Cobalt Digital Inc 9083, 9083+ENCD, 9083+ENCE Product Manual

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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.

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property of their respective owners.

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and FUSION3G® are registered trademarks of Cobalt Digital Inc.

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and AEROMAX® are registered trademarks of Linear Acoustic, Inc. Loudness processor licensed feature uses

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Congratulations on choosing the Cobalt

Dolby

Encoder. The 9083 is part of a full line of modular processing and conversion gear for broadcast TV

9083 HD/SD Frame Sync with Audio Embedding/ De-Embedding and

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 9083, please contact us at t he contact informati on on the front cover.

Manual No.: 9083-ENC-OM Document Version: V4.4 Release Date: April 10, 2013 Applicable for

Firmware Version

3299

(or greater): Description of

product/manual changes:

- Update to add new Rear I/O Modules.

- Revise manual for latest functionality with latest firmware, and minor edits.

- Clarification of Framesync control descriptions.

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Table of Contents

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

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

9083 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

9083 Functional Description .................................................................................. 1-5

9083 Input/Output Formats ........................................................................ 1-5

Video Functions Description...................................................................... 1-7

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

AES Audio Input Advanced Features ...................................................... 1-13

Audio LKFS Monitor Description............................................................ 1-14

Dolby® Digital (AC-3) Encoder Description (+ENCD only)................... 1-14

Dolby® E Encoder Description (+ENCE only) ........................................ 1-17

User Control Interface .............................................................................. 1-19

9083 Rear I/O Modules ............................................................................ 1-21

Audio and Video Formats Supported by the 9083................................... 1-23

Technical Specifications....................................................................................... 1-24

Warranty and Service Information ....................................................................... 1-28

Cobalt Digital Inc. Limited Warranty....................................................... 1-28

Contact Cobalt Digital Inc.................................................................................... 1-29

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

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

Setting I/O Switches for AES I/O (1-4) Ports ........................................................ 2-1

Installing the 9083 Into a Frame Slot ..................................................................... 2-2

Installing a Rear I/O Module.................................................................................. 2-5

9083 Rear I/O Modules .............................................................................. 2-6

Setting Up 9083 Network Remote Control .......................................................... 2-12

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Chapter 3 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Overview................................................................................................................. 3-1

Control and Display Descriptions........................................................................... 3-1

Function Submenu/Parameter Submenu Overview .................................... 3-2

DashBoard™ User Interface ....................................................................... 3-3

Cobalt® Remote Control Panel User Interfaces .......................................... 3-4

Accessing the 9083 Card via Remote Control........................................................ 3-5

Accessing the 9083 Card Using DashBoard™ ........................................... 3-5

Accessing the 9083 Card Using a Cobalt® Remote Control Panel ............. 3-6

Checking 9083 Card Information............................................................................ 3-7

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

9083 Function Submenu List and Descriptions...................................................... 3-9

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

AFD .......................................................................................................... 3-13

Framesync ................................................................................................ 3-14

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

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

Audio LKFS Monitor ............................................................................... 3-24

AES Audio Out Pairs 1-4 ......................................................................... 3-27

Audio Mixing ........................................................................................... 3-31

Timecode .................................................................................................. 3-36

Tone Generator ......................................................................................... 3-40

Licensable Features .................................................................................. 3-40

Presets ...................................................................................................... 3-41

Dolby® Digital (Option +ENCD Only) Functions Submenu List............. 3-43

Dolby Digital Encoder ............................................................................. 3-43

Dolby Digital External Metadata ............................................................. 3-46

Dolby Digital Internal Metadata .............................................................. 3-48

Dolby Digital Channel Mapping .............................................................. 3-49

Dolby

Dolby E Encoder ...................................................................................... 3-51

Dolby E External Metadata ...................................................................... 3-52

Dolby E Internal Metadata ....................................................................... 3-55

Dolby E Channel Mapping ....................................................................... 3-56

E (Option +ENCE Only) Functions Submenu List...................... 3-51

Example Setups Using The 9083 and DashBoard™ ............................................ 3-58

Audio Routing Example Using DashBoard™ .......................................... 3-58

Dolby

Digital™ (AC-3) Setup and

Routing Example (Option +ENCD only)............................................... 3-61

Dolby® E Setup and Routing Example (Option +ENCE only)................. 3-63

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Troubleshooting............................................................................................................... 3-65

Error and Failure Indicator Overview................................................................. 3-65

Basic Troubleshooting Checks ........................................................................... 3-69

9083 Processing Error Troubleshooting ............................................................. 3-70

Troubleshooting Network/Remote Control Errors ............................................. 3-74

In Case of Problems............................................................................................ 3-74

Chapter 1 Loudness Measurement Guidelines and Techniques. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

About Loudness Measurement Applied to Program Material.......................................... A-1

About Target LKFS Value................................................................................................ A-2

Measurement Techniques For Various Program Material Forms..................................... A-3

Importance of an Anchor Element........................................................................ A-4

Assumptions and Conditions For Meaningful LKFS Measurements.................. A-4

Specific Measurement Techniques for Various Material Forms ......................... A-6

Modifying LKFS Assessments Using Parametric Settings ................................. A-7

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Overview

Chapter 1

Chapter 1 Introduction

This manual provides installation and operating instructions for the 9083 HD/SD Frame Sync with Audio Embedding/De-Embedding and Dolby Encoder card (also referred to herein as the 9083+ENCD, 9083+ENCE, or collectively as the “9083”).

Note: This manual covers the 9083 card equipped with an optional Dolby® Digital™

encoder as an option (option optional Dolby related exclusively to either the +ENCD or the +ENCE equipped cards are respectively denoted by (+ENCD only) or (+ENCE only). In all other aspects, both cards function identically as described in this manual.

E encoder (option +ENCE). Where applicable, descriptions

+ENCD), and the 9083 card equipped with an

This manual consists of the following chapters:

• Chapter 1, “Introduction” – Provid es informati on about this manual

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

9083.

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

installing the 9083 i n a fr ame, and option ally i nsta lling 9083 Rear I/O Modules.

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

operating controls and instructions for using the 9083.

This chapter contains the following information:

• 9083 Card Software Versions and this Manual (p. 1-2)

• Manual Conventions (p. 1-3)

• Safety Summary (p. 1-4)

• 9083 Functional Description (p. 1-5)

• Technical Specifications (p. 1-24)

• Warranty and Service Information (p. 1-28)

• Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. ( p. 1-29)

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1 9083 Card Software Versions and this Manual

9083 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 vi ewi ng the Card Inf o menu in DashBoard™. See Checking 9083 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 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 9083 itself. Examples are provided below.

• Card-edge display messages are shown like this:

Ch01

• Connector names are shown like this: AES IN 1

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.

• 9083+ENCD refers to the 9083 HD/SD Frame Sync with Audio

Embedding/De-Embedding and Dolby

Digital™ (AC-3) Encoder

card.

• 9083+ENCE refers to the 9083 HD/SD Frame Sync with Audio

Embedding/De-Embedding and Dolby

• Frame refers to the 8321 (or similar) frame that houses the Cobalt

COMPASS

• Device and/or Card refers to a COMPASS

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

cards.

E Encoder card.

card.

production and terminal equipment in which the 9083 and other COMPASS

• Functions and/or features that are available only as an option are

cards operate.

denoted in th is manual like this:

Warnings

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 acco mpanying documents.

Electronic device or assembly is susceptible to damage from an ESD event. Han dle only using appropri ate ESD prevention practices.

If ESD wrist strap is not available, handle card only by edges and avoid contact with any connectors or components.

Symbol (WEEE 2002/96/EC) For product disposal, ensure the following:

• Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste.

• Collect this product separately.

• Use collection and return systems available to you.

Safety Summary

Warnings

! WARNING !

Cautions

CAUTION

T o redu ce risk of electr ic shock do not remove line voltage service barrier cover on frame equipment containing an AC power supply. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This device is intended for environmentally controlled use only in appropriate video terminal equipment operating environments.

This product is intended to be a component product of an openGear® frame. Refer to the openGear frame Owner's Manual for important safety instructions regarding the proper installation and safe operation of the frame as well as its component products.

Heat and power distribution requirements within a frame may dictate specific slot placement of cards. Cards with many heat-producing components should be arranged to avoid areas of excess heat build-up, particularly in frames using only convection cooling. The 9083 has a moderate power dissipation (15 W max.). As such, avoiding placing the card adjacent to other cards with similar dissipation values if possible.

CAUTION

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If required, make certain Rear I/O Module(s) is installed before installing the 9083 into the frame slot. Damage to card and/or Rear I/O Module can occur if module installation is attempted with card already installed in slot.

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

Introduction 9083 Functional Description

9083 Functional Description

Figure 1-1 shows a functional block diagram of the 9083. The 9083 frame synchronizer also in cludes a full 16-channel a udio embedder/ de-embedder , an 8-channel, and a 24-bit balanced analog-to-digital audio converter. The 9083 also handles AFD code detection/insertion. Additionally, the provides Dolby

Digital™ (AC-3) encoding using any of the audio sources supported by the 9083, and using either external or internally generated metadata. Similarly, the

+ENCE option provides Dolby

of the audio sources supported by the 9083, and using either external or internally generated m etadata.

+ENCD option

E encoding usin g any

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

9083 Input/Output Formats

DashBoard™, or Cobalt

OGCP-9000 or OGCP-9000/CC Remote Control Panels use r int erf ace s. Re fer to User Con tro l Int erf ace ( p. 1- 19) for us er inter face descriptions.

The 9083 provides the following inputs and outputs:

• Inputs:

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

• AES I/O (1-4) – user-switchable as AES inputs or AES outputs

• AES IN (5-8) – dedicated AES inputs

• AN-AUD IN (1-8) – balanced analog audio inputs

• DOLBY META IN – RS-485 external Dolby

• Outputs:

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

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

• AES OUT (1-4) – dedicated AES outputs

• AES I/O (1-4) – user-switchable as AES inputs or AES outputs

• ENCD COPY (1-4) – four Dolby

encoded pair copies (available on

metadata input

discrete AES output channels 9/10 thru 15/16 over the

AES OUT 5-8 BNC connectors)

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

of the 9083. The practical input/output complement is determined by the particular Rear I/O Module used with the 9083. Refer to 9083 Rear I/O Modules (p. 1-21) for more information.

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1 9083 Functional Description

RCK OUT

AFD Code

(p. 1-14) for +ENCD

encoder functional block

diagram.

Refer to Dolby

Encoder Description

(+ENCE only) (p. 1-17) for

+ENCE encoder

functional block diagram.

3. Optional 2.0-to-5.1

upmixer licensable

feature.

Serializer/

AES OUT

SDI OUT

ENCD

Cable

Drivers

COPY (1-4)

(1-4)

Digital

(AC-3) Encoder

depicts full input/output

capability. Practical input/

output signal availability is

determined by Rear I/O

Module used. Refer to

“9083 Rear I/O Modules,”

1-21 for more information.

Description (+ENCD only)

2. Refer to Dolby

Notes: 1. Signal connections shown

LKFS

Monitor

(NOTE 3)

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 origi nal ch annels

pass unaffected.

Audio

Embed

AES

Encode

Insertion

Gain

Audio

Control

Routing/

Tracking

Delay and

Framesync

User Offset

Sync

Frame

Reclock

Timecode

Processing

Audio

De-Embed

SRC

AES Decode/

Differential Analog

[AES OUT (1-4)]

(NOTE 2)

Dolby

Audio A/D

Encode

S11–S14

[AES IN (1-4)]

Audio Processor

Deserialize

IN (1,2)

EXT REF

HD/SD SDI IN

AES IN (5-8)

IN (1-8)

AN-AUD

DOLBY

(NOTE 2)

META IN

AES I/O (1-4)

9083ENCV4

Figure 1-1 9083 Functional Block Diagram

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Introduction 9083 Functional Description

Video Functions Description

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 also allows horizontal and/or vertical offset to be added

between 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 3 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 manipulation. Conversely, 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).

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 ancillary data line number for the outputted AFD code.

Timecode Processor

(See Figure 1-2.) This fun ct ion provi de s for ext rac ti on of time code data fro m the input video, and in turn re-insertion of timecode data into the output SDI. The function can monitor the SDI video input of the card for supported timecode formats, and then select and prioritize among SDI VITC, SDI ATC VITC, and SDI ATC LTC timecode sources. I f the pr ef err ed format 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.

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1 9083 Functional Description

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 or AES input.

HD/SD–SDI

(From Video Proc)

SDI VITC

Timecode

Proc/Embed

SDI

Video

Input

SDI VITC

Detect/Extract

SDI ATC_VITC

Detect/Extract

SDI ATC_LTC

Detect/Extract

Priority/

Select

Buffer/ Format

ATC_VITC

Timecode

Proc/Embed

ATC_LTC

Timecode

Proc/Embed

HD/SD–SDI Video Output

Insert

Control

Line

Number

Control

Audio/

RS-485 LTC

Audio LTC

Select/Extract

Audio/RS-485 LTC Generate

Audio LTC Out RS-485 LTC Out

Figure 1-2 Timecode Processor

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Introduction 9083 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

• 16 channels (8 pairs) of discrete AES input

• 8 channels of balanced analog audio input

• Four independent internal tone generators (described below)

• Digital silence (mute) setting

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

• (+ENCD only) Dolby

• (+ENCE only) Dolby

The router function provides the following audio outputs:

• 16 channels of embedded audio on the SDI output

• 8 channels of discrete AES output on four discrete AES pairs

• Dolby

encoded pair, which can be routed on embedded or discrete

AES channels

Digital (AC-3) encoded pair

E encoded pair

The router acts as a full audio cross point. Each of th e 24 out put cha nnels (16 embedded, 8 discrete AES) can receive signal from any one of the 40 (16 embedded, 16 discrete AES, 8 analog) input channels, four internal tone generators, or several mixer sources. Unused output channels can be mapped to a “Silence” source. Each output also provides gain adjustment and selectable polarity inversion.

Output audio rates are always 48 kHz, locked to output video, but discrete AES inputs can be set to use sa mple rate converters to ali gn t hes e in puts with the output timing. (AES must be nominally 48 kHz input; 32, 44.1, 96, and 192 kHz inputs are not compatib le with the 90 83.) The sample r ate conver ters are disabled by default. Output AES is always precisely synchronized with the output video. The balanc ed analog audio i nput is sampled at 48 kHz with a +24 dBu clipping level (+24 dBu => 0 dBFS).

As set with the default settings, t he routing be tween embedded aud io channels

Embed Ch 1 thru Embed Ch 16 and discrete AES a udi o ch anne ls AES Ch1 thru AES Ch 16 is as shown in Figure 1-3. In this mode, the routing is basic 1-to-1

embedding/de-embedding for the 16 embedded and AES discrete audio channels. Other sources and/or destinations (described below) for each channel are selected using the card edge controls or a remote control system.

Note: As shown in Figure 1-1, the 9083 equipped with either the +ENCD or +ENCE

option provides eight discrete AES input pair ports and four discrete AES output pair ports. On Rear I/O Modules having limited AES I/O capabilities, switches S11 thru S14 allow available rear module BNC connectors to be allotted between AES inputs and outputs as desired. Buffered copies of

OUT (1-4)

through S11 – S14 on the card.

are available as dedicated outputs and as respective outputs fed

AES

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1 9083 Functional Description

AES Ch 1

AES Ch 8

AES Ch 9

AES Ch 16

Embedded Audio

Group 1/2

Embed Ch 1

•

Embedded Audio

•

Embed Ch 8

Group 3/4

Embed Ch 9

•

Embed Ch 16

AES Audio Out

Pairs 1-4

AES Ch 1

•

AES Ch 8

Note: The 9083 with +ENCD or +ENCE

option receives up to 16 channels of discrete AES audio, but is not equipped with AES output pairs 5 thru 8. These outputs instead provide copies of the

encoded output pair.

Dolby

Figure 1-3 Default Embed/De-Embed Audio Routing

Audio Down Mixer and Mono Mixer Function

(See Figure 1-4.) The audi o down mixer funct ion provid es for the se lection of any five embedded, AES discre te, or analog audio source s serving as Left ( Right ( signals to be mult iplexe d int o a s tereo pa ir ( Down Mix L eft ( Mix Right ( routed and processed just like any of the other au dio so urces des cribe d earli er.

R), Center (C), Left Surround ( Ls), a nd Right Surroun d (Rs) indi vidual

DM-L) and Down

DM-R)). The resulting stereo pair DM-L and DM-R can in turn be

Embed Ch 1 - Ch 16

L),

AES Ch 1 - Ch 16

AN-AUD Ch 1- Ch 8

Embedded Ch 1 Embedded Ch 2

AES Ch 6 Embedded Ch 4 Embedded Ch 5

L R C Ls Rs

DM-L

DM-R

Figure 1-4 Audio Down Mix Functional Block Diagram with Example Sources

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Introduction 9083 Functional Description

The mono mixer function (Figure 1-5) generates an additional mono-mixed channel from two sel ec ted embedded, AES discrete, or analog input channels serving as left and ri ght i nputs. Th e resul ting mon o mix chann el turn be routed a nd process ed just like any of the other au dio sourc es descri bed earlier.

Emb Ch 1 - Ch 16

AES Ch 1 - Ch 16

AN-AUD Ch 1- Ch 8

MONO can in

Emb Ch 12 Emb Ch 16

Figure 1-5 Audio Mono Mix Functional Block Diagram with Example Sources

L R

DM-Mono

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 fr om the Audio Routing/Gain Control function and upmixes the pair to provide 5.1 channels (Left ( Surround ( overwrites the six selected channels with the new 5.1 upmix signals (including replacing the original source stereo

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 sig nal l evels on the sele cted chann els and c ompares th em to a selectable level threshold. It then determines whether or not to generate 5.1 upmixing from the stereo 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 new L and

• 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 o verwrites 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 to the upmixer that the channel(s) are already carrying viable 5.1 content. In t his cas e, the upmix er is bypa ssed, al lo wing the original channels to pass unaffected.

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1 9083 Functional Description

The examples in Figure 1-6 show t he automatic enable/di sable up-mixing function applied to example selected channels shown and described, the processing is contingent upon the signal levels of the channe ls selected to carry the new 5.1 upmix relative to the selected threshold (in this example, -60 dBFS). Note also that this function is applied after the Audio Routi ng/Ga in Cont rol f uncti on. Beca use al l aud io inputs pass through the Audio Routing/Gain Control functio n be for e t he up mi xer, the up mixer can use embedded, AES discrete, and/or analog audio sources.

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

Emb Ch 1 thru Emb Ch 6. As

Detect

L R

(C)

(LFE)

(Ls)

(Rs)

5.1 Up Mix

L – Emb Ch 1 R – Emb Ch 2 C – Emb Ch 3 LFE – Emb Ch 4 Ls – Emb Ch 5 Rs – Emb Ch 6

- 60 dBFS

From Audio

Routing/Gain

Control

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

- 20 dBFS

- 60 dBFS

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.

Below Threshold

(Overwrite)

Emb Ch 1 – Ch 16

Above Threshold

(Bypass)

To Audio

Embed

To Audio

Embed

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

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

Threshold

Detect

(C)

(LFE)

(Ls)

(Rs)

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

5.1 Up Mix

X X

Figure 1-6 Up Mix Auto Enable/Bypass with Example Sources

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Tone Generator Function

The 9083 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 f or the embedded or AES audio outputs.

18 discrete sine wave frequencies are a vailable, ranging from 50 Hz to 16 kHz (default frequency is 1.0 kHz).

AES Audio Input Advanced Features

AES Sample Rate Converter

The 9083 AES inputs have sample rate converters that can be independently enabled for each AES pair to allow the card to interface with asynchronous AES sources (sources in which AES timing does not match the video input timing). The sample rate converters are set to disabled (bypassed) by default; this is necessary when embedding undecoded, non-PCM audio such as

Dolby Dolby AES or embedded audio signal, SRC is automatically bypassed along with gain and polarity controls.

E or Dolby® Digital™ audio streams. When a valid Dolby® E or

Digita l™ sign al ( in a ccord ance wit h SMPTE 337M ) is det ected on an

Zero-Delay Audio Embedding

In cases where additiona l delay must be avoided, it may be desirable to e mbed AES with minimum latency. Using zero-delay embedding, the video can then be delayed by one frame to account for any remaining audio delay. In this manner, any delay between video and audio can be cleanly contained and managed within one frame period.

When zero-delay audio emb edding is en abled for a give n AES pair , th e pair is directly embedded int o its corres ponding group (for example , AES Pair 1 in to embedded channels 1 an d 2; AES Pai r 2 int o embedde d channe ls 3 an d 4, a nd so on) with the normal frame sync audio delay being bypassed.

This function overrides the audio routing system (for example, if AES Pair 1 is selected then the cont rols to route AES Pair 1 int o other embedded cha nnels will not apply). Gain and polarity control is not available when this option is selected. Zero-delay audio embedding is set to Off by default.

Low-Latency AES Passthrough

This function is similar to zero-delay audio embedding. If low-latency AES passthrough is selected for a given input pair, it causes the corresponding AES output pair to act as a bit-for-bit copy of the corresponding AES input pair.

This control overrides the normal audio routing and delay. Gain and polarity control is not available when this option is selected. Passthrough is set to Off by default.

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Audio LKFS Monitor Description

Note: Refer to Appendix A, “Loudness Measurement Guidelines and Techniques”

for more information about LKFS parameters and this function, as well as practical measurement techniques.

This function monitors selected output (“destination”) channels from the Audio Routing/Gain Control function and applies signal analysis based on ITU-R BS.1770-1 – ATSC A/85 criteria to produce an LKFS measurement and provide indications of under-threshold and over-threshold level conditions.

The function can monitor any combination of embedded, AES, or analog channels (or channels fed to the Dolby and Rs ITU-R BS.1770-1 channels (note that the LFE and AUX channels are not included in any LKFS calculations). Because the LKFS monitor uses output (post-processed “destination”) channels, LKFS under/over conditions can be corrected using the Dashboard™ controls on this card for the monitored channels (Dolb y

channel selections use the channels routed to the

Dolby encoder inputs). The functions pro vides a configura ble moving avera ge perio d for t ailorin g the

measurement to suit various program material conditions, as well as configurable thresholds which provide an unambiguous alarm indication if the measured LKFS deviates from the thresholds. This function uses the encoder metadata dialnorm setting as the LKFS target reference.

Dolby® Digital (AC-3) Encoder Description (+ENCD only)

(See Figure 1-7.) The Dolby® Digital (AC-3) Encoder receives up to six different audio sources ( Routing/Control and produces an encoded Dolby external metadata or internally generated metadata that can be user-defined using the encoder controls. The encoded pair can be sent from the card as embedded audio or over discrete AES-3id connections as a SMPTE 337M-formatted non-PCM signal.

Input Audio IN 1 thru IN 6) from the card Au dio

encoder) selected as the L, R, C, Ls,

pair using either received

Note: On cards equipped with a Rear I/O Module accommodating AES OUT pairs

5-8, the encoded pair is available as copies on AES channels 9 thru 16.

Input Audio Mapping

Any audio input supported by the card can serve as audio inputs for the

Dolby mapped to Encode function.

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Digital (AC-3) Encoder. The six user-selected audio sources are

Encr Ch 1 thru Encr Ch 6, which are then fed to the Dolby

Audio

Introduction 9083 Functional Description

Dolby® Metadat a Selection/Control

When externa l metadata is being used for encoding, the Dolby® Digital (AC-3) Encoder allows user selection of the following external metadata sources:

• Input Video – De-muxed metadata extracted from SDI input video

VBI portion in accordance with SMPTE 2020.

• RS-485 Input Port – Metadata received from external device/system

External

Metadata

SMPTE 2020 De-muxed M etad ata (from SDI IN)

RS-485 Metadata

using the card’s

When an external source is selected, its status is displayed showing the following:

• Presence of data on selected source.

• Program configuration status (AC-3 modes for the various program

configurations defined in the metadata).

Metadata

Select/

Control

DOLBY MET A IN RS-485 connector.

Program

Select

Control

External Metadata

Internal Metadata

Input

Audio

(Emb 1- 16) (AES 1- 16)

(AN-AUD 1- 8)

(DM-L,R)

(MONO)

(Tone 1- 4)

(Silence)

Program Status Mode

Audio Setup Controls

Coding Mode Controls

Bitstream Mode Controls

IN 1

•

IN 6

Display

Internal

Metadata

Internal

Metadata

Generator

Audio Input

Mapping/

Control

Metadata

Encr Ch 1 – 6

Status Display

Failover

Select

Dolby®

Audio

Encode

Figure 1-7 Dolby® Digital (AC-3) Encoder Functional Block Diagram

To Audio Routing/ Control

To AES OUT 5-8 (4X Copies)

Dolby Encoded Pair

(Encd Pair 1/2)

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1 9083 Functional Description

Where multiple external source programs are available (up to eight separate programs), the descriptions and audio settings for each program 1 thru 8 are displayed. This function i n tur n allows selection of the desir ed AC-3 external source program. The external metadata selected here is fed to Failover Select.

Failover Select allows user sele ction of the action to take in the event of loss of external metadata, with the choices being:

• Switch to internal metadata

• Use last received metadata

• Stop encoding

The available metadata following this function is fed to the Dolby

Audio

Encode function.

Internal Metadata Generator

The Internal Metadata Generator provides full audio setup, program coding, and bitstream definition controls, allowing user-generated metadata for providing Dolby

Digital (AC-3) encoding without any external metatdata

being required. Full audio production controls are provided in general conformance with

ATSC A/52B definitions, as well as extended bi tstr eam contr ols. The In terna l Metadata Generator can be used as a stable, known source of metadata/ encoding, or can be used as a failover in the event of loss of external metadata.

Dolby® Audio Encode

In accordance wit h t he selected metadata, the Dolby® Audio Encode functi on receives the audio inputs and provides the Dolby

Encd Pair 1/2. The pair is available as a source as an embedded channel pair

(allowing the encode d pair to be e mbedde d in the SDI output ) and as a sou rce for an AES output pair (allowing the encoded pair to be available over a discrete AES-3id port).

Encr Ch 1- Ch 6 from Audio Input Mapping/Control

Digital (AC-3) encoded SMPTE 337M pair

Note: On the encoder-equipped 9083, AES Audio Out pairs 5-8 serve as four dedi-

cated copies of the encoded pair in addition to any other encoded pair routing.

The encoded AC-3 data rate can be selected from multiple choices with associated audio quality trade-offs.

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Dolby® E Encoder Description (+ENCE only)

(See Figure 1-8.) The Dolby® E Encoder receives up to eight different audio

External

Metadata

sources ( produces an encoded Dolby internally generated metadata that can be user-defined using the encoder controls. The encoded pair can be sent from the card as embedded audio or over discrete AES-3id connections as a SMPTE 337M-formatted non-PCM signal.

Note: On cards equipped with a Rear I/O Module accommodating AES OUT pairs

5-8, the encoded pair is available as copies on AES channels 9 thru 16.

SMPTE 2020 De-muxed M etad ata (from SDI IN)

RS-485 Metadata

Input Audio IN 1 thru IN 8) from the card Audio Routing/Control and

pair using either received external metadata or

Program

Select

Control

External

Metadata

Select/

Control

Metadata Internal

Metadata

Input

Audio

(Emb 1- 16) (AES 1- 16)

(AN-AUD 1- 8)

(DM-L,R)

(MONO)

(Tone 1- 4)

(Silence)

Audio Setup Controls

Coding Mode Controls

IN 1

•

IN 8

Program Status Mode Display

Internal

Metadata

Internal

Metadata

Generator

Audio Input

Mapping/

Control

Metadata

Encr Ch 1 – 8

Status Display

Failover

Select

Dolby®

Audio

Encode

Figure 1-8 Dolby® E Encoder Functional Block Diagram

To Audio Routing/ Control

To AES OUT 5-8 (4X Copies)

Dolby Encoded Pair

(Encd Pair 1/2)

Input Audio Mapping

Any audio input supported by the card can serve as audio inputs for the

Dolby

Encr Ch 1 thru Encr Ch 8, which are then fed to the Dolby

function.

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E Encoder. The eight user-selected audio sources are mapped to

Audio Encode

1 9083 Functional Description

Dolby® Metadata Selection/Control

When external metadata is being used for encoding, the Dolby® E Encoder allows user selection of the following external metadata sources:

• Input Video – De-muxed metadata extracted from SDI input video

VBI portion in accordance with SMPTE 2020.

• RS-485 Input Port – Metadata received fro m extern al device /syst em

using the card’s

When an external source is selected, its status is displayed showing the following:

• Presence of data on selected source.

• Program configuration status (program descriptions for the various

program configurations defined in the metadata).

Where multiple external source programs are available (up to eight separate programs), the descriptions and audio settings for each program 1 thru 8 are displayed. The external metadata selected here is fed to Failover Select.

Failover Select allows user sele ction of the action to take in the event of loss of external metadata, with the choices being:

DOLBY META IN RS-485 connector.

• Switch to internal metadata

• Use last received metadata

• Stop encoding

The available metadata following this function is fed to the Dolby

Audio

Encode function.

Internal Metadata Generator

The Internal Metadata Generator provides full audio setup, program coding, and bitstream definition controls, allowing user-generated metadata for providing Dolby

E encoding without any external metatdata being required.

Full audio production controls are provided in general conformance with ATSC A/52B definitions. The Internal Metadata Generator can be used as a stable, known source of metadata /encoding , or can be used as a fail over in the event of loss of external metadata.

Dolby® Audio Encode

In accordance wit h t he selected metadata, the Dolby® Audio Encode functi on receives the audio inputs and provides the Dolby pair is available as a source as an embedded channel pair (allowing the encoded pair to be embedded in the SDI output) and as a source for an AES output pair (allowing t he encoded p air to be a vailable over a disc rete AES-3i d port).

Encr Ch 1- Ch 8 from Audio Input Mapping/Control

E encoded SMPTE 337M pair Encd Pair 1/2. The

Note: On the encoder-equipped 9083, AES Audio Out pairs 5-8 serve as four dedi-

cated copies of the encoded pair in addition to any other encoded pair routing.

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User Control Interface

Figure 1-9 shows the user control interface options for the 9083. 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/CC Control Panel

OGCP-9000 Control Panel

Card Edge Controls

9083 card can be controlled using built-in card edge controls

Computer with NIC

DashBoard™ Remote Control

Using a computer with DashBoard™ installed, 9083 card can be remotely controlled over a LAN

Remote Control Panel

Using the Control Panel, 9083 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, 9083 card can be remotely controlled over a LAN

Note: • To communicate with DashBoard™ or a Cobalt® OGCP-9000/CC or OGCP-9000 Control Panel,

the frame must have the optional MFC-8320-N or MFC-8320-N network controller card installed.

• DashBoard™ and the Remote Control Panels provide network control of the 9084 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 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 1-9 9083 User Control Interface

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1 9083 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.

Note: Some of the 9083 functions described in this manual are available only when

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

• DashBoard™ User Interfa ce – Using DashBoard™, the 9083 and

other cards installed in openGear®

OGCP-9000 or OGCP-9000/CC Remote

frames such as the Cobalt® 8321

or HPF-9000 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.

Download the free DashBoard™ software by going to www.cobaltdigital.com

and selecting “DashBoard Contr ol and Monitoring” on the home page. 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 Remote Control Panel product manuals have complete instructions for setting up remote control using a Remote Contr ol 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. 1-29).

reference guide Remote Control

OGCP-9000 and OGCP-9000/CC

as listed in

• Cobalt

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

Control Panels – The OGCP-9000, OGCP-9000/CC, and W i nOGCP

Remote Control Panels conveniently and intui ti vel y provi de parameter monitor and control of the cards within the 8321 or HPF-9000 frame.

The remote control panels allow quick and intuitive access to hundreds of cards in a fa ci lity , and can monitor and all 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 Ros s Video Limited.

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9083 Rear I/O Modules

The 9083 physically inte rfaces to sy stem video and audio con necti ons using a Rear I/O Module. Figure 1-10 shows a typical 9083 Rear I/O Module.

All inputs and outputs shown in the 9083 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 9083 card edge connections to industry standard connecti ons that interface wit h ot her components and systems in the 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 t s th e 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 9083 Rear I/O Modules is shown and described in 9083 Rear I/O Modules (p. 2-6) in Chapter 2, “Installation and Setup”.

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

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 9083 cards in slots 1 and 2, the right column serves 9083, slot 1 and the left column serves 9083, slot 2.

In this example, an RM20-9083-G Rear I/O Module provides a connection interface for the signal types shown here.

BNC connectors for coaxial video and AES audio signals

RM-9083-G.PNG

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 RM20-9083-A/S shown here accommodates the signal complement shown for two adjacent 9083 cards. (Split modules are identified by “/S” in the part number.)

Figure 1-10 Typical 9083 Rear I/O Modules

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1 9083 Functional Description

Figure 1-11 shows a 9083 card using an RM20-9083-B Rear I/O Module. Using this Rear I/O Mo dule, this module provides indu stry standa rd break-out connections for the following inputs and outputs required by this application:

• Inputs:

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

• AN-AUD IN (1-6) – balanced analog audio inputs (inputs 7- 8 unus ed)

• Outputs:

• SDI OUT – HD/SD-SDI buffered video outputs

The other 9083 inputs and outputs not accommodated by this Rear I/O Module (shown in gray in Figure 1-11) remain unterminated.

9083

RCK OUT

Video Processo r

HD/SD SDI IN

AN-AUD

IN (1-6)

AES IN (5-8)

AN-AUD

IN (7-8)

DOLBY

META IN

AES I/O

(1-4)

Audio Processor

ENCD COPY (1-4)

AES OUT (1-4)

SDI OUT

Figure 1-11 9083 with RM20-9083-B Rear I/O Module

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Audio and Video Formats Supported by the 9083

The 9083 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 9083.

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 1080i

(1)

25; 29.97; 30 720p 23.98; 24; 25; 29.97; 30; 50; 59.94; 60 486i 575i

(1)

29.97

Embedded Audio The 9083 supports all four groups (16 channels) of embedded audio at

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

Analog Audio The 9083 supports 8 channels of balanced (differential) analog audio.

The analog audio is encoded such that a +24 dBu input is equivalent to digital 0 dBFS.

Discrete AES Audio Input The 9083 can accept 16 channels (8 pairs) of discrete AES audio on

75Ω BNC connections. Sample rate conversion can be employed to account for minor clock rate differences in the AES stream and the input video stream.

Note: The AES signal must have a nominal rate of approximately

48 kHz. The 9083 does not support AES input at 32 kHz,

44.1 kHz, 96 kHz or 192 kHz rates.

Discrete AES Audio Output The 9083 can provide 8 channels (AES pairs 1 thru 4) of discrete AES

audio on 75Ω BNC connections.

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

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1 Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications

Table 1-2 lists the technical specifications for the 9083 HD/SD Frame Sync with Audio Embedding/De-Embedding and Dolby

Table 1-2 Technical Specifications

Item Characteristic

Part number, nomenclature • 9083+ENCD – HD/SD Frame Sync with Audio Embedding/

De-Embedding and Dolby

• 9083+ENCE – HD/SD Frame Sync with Audio Embedding/ De-Embedding and Dolby

Installation/usage environment Intended for installation and usage in frame meeting openGear

modular system definition. Power consumption < 15 Watts maximum Environmental:

Operating temperature:

Relative humidity (operating or storage): Frame communication 10/100 Mbps Ethernet with Auto-MDIX. Indicators Card edge display and indicators as follows:

32° – 104° F (0° – 40° C) < 95%, non-condensing

• 4-character alphanumeric display

• Status/Error LED indicator

• Input Format LED indicator

Digital™ (AC-3) Encoder Option

E Encoder Option

Encoder Option card.

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.

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Table 1-2 Technical Specifica tions — continued

Item Characteristic

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

Serial Digital Video Outputs Number of Outputs:

Two processed HD/SD-SDI BNC per IEC 60169-8 Amendment 2 Two buffered reclocked input copies

Pre-Processor (Reclocked) Serial Digital Video Outputs

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%

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:

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

Impedance:

75 Ω

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Table 1-2 Technical Specifications — continued

Item Characteristic

AES Audio Input Standard:

SMPTE 276M

Number of Inputs (maximum):

8 unbalanced

Input Level:

0.1 to 2.5 Vp-p (5 Vp-p tolerant)

Input Impedance:

75 Ω

Return Loss:

> 12 dB at 100 kHz to 6 MHz

Resolution:

24-bit only

Sample Rate:

48 kHz

SRC:

32-channel; 142 dB S/N

AES Audio Output Standard:

SMPTE 276M

Number of Outputs (maximum):

• 4 unbalanced AES

• 4 unbalanced Dolby

Output Impedance:

75 Ω

Return Loss:

> 30 dB 100 kHz to 6 MHz

Sample Rate:

48 kHz

(+ENCD only) Dolby Input Encode

Digital™ Audio

Supports up to six audio inputs and provides Dolby® Digital™ (AC-3) encoded pair (available as embedded or discrete AES) per

SMPTE 337M.

(+ENCE only) Dolby Encode

E Audio Input

Supports up to eight audio inputs and provides Dolby® E encoded pair (available as embedded or discrete AES) per SMPTE 337M.

encoded pair output copies

RS-485 Metadata / L TC I/O Metadata extracted from input video (per SMPTE 2020-1-2008) or

input to Dolby

encoder, or LTC I/O on RS-485 interface; 3-wire

balanced via Phoenix terminal block connector.

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Table 1-2 Technical Specifica tions — continued

Item Characteristic

Analog Audio Input Number of Inputs (maximum):

Eight, 3-wire balanced analog audio using Phoenix connectors with removable screw terminal blocks (Phoenix PN 1803581; Cobalt PN 5000-0013-000R)

Sampling Rate:

48 kHz (locked to video input)

Signal Level:

+24 dBu => 0 dBFS

A/D Frequency Response:

20 – 20 kHz ± 0.25 dB

Reference Video Input Number of Inputs:

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 Ref Input:

±1.0 V

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1 Warranty and Service Information

Warranty and Service Information

Cobalt Digital Inc. Limited Warranty

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

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

This limited warranty applies onl y to the original end-purchaser of the pr oduct, and is not assigna ble or transferrable therefrom. This warranty is limited to defects i n material a nd workman shi p, and shal l not apply to acts of God, accidents, or negligence on behalf of the purchaser, and shall be voided upon the misuse, abuse, alteration, or modification of the product. Only Cobalt authorized factory representatives are authorized to make repairs to the product, and any unauthorized attempt to repair this product shall immediately void the warranty. Please contact Cobalt Technical Support for more information.

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

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

Cobalt Digital Inc. Factory Service Center

2406 E. University Avenue Office: (217) 344-1243 Urbana, IL 61802 USA Fax: (217) 344-1245 www.cobaltdigital.com Email: info@cobaltdigital.com

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND OF ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON COBALT'S PART. ANY SOFTWARE PROVIDED WITH, OR FOR USE WITH, THE PRODUCT IS PROVIDED “AS IS.” THE BUYER OF THE PRODUCT ACK NOWLEDGES THAT N O OTHER REPRESENTATIONS WERE MADE OR RELIED UPON WITH RESPECT TO THE QUALITY AND FUNCTION OF THE GOODS HEREIN SOLD. COBALT PRODUCTS ARE NOT AUTHORIZED FOR USE IN LIFE SUP PORT APPLICATIONS.

COBALT'S 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 (INCL UDING LOST PROFITS), EVEN IF IT HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

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Introduction Contact Cobalt Digital Inc.

Contact Cobalt Digital Inc.

Feel free to contact ou r th oro ugh and professional support rep re sentatives for any of the following:

• Name and address of your local dealer

• Product information and pricing

• Technical support

• Upcoming trade show i nformation

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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Overview

Chapter 2

Chapter 2 Installation and Setup

This chapter contains the following information:

• Setting I/O Switches for AES I/O (1-4) Ports (p. 2-1)

• Installing the 9083 Into a Frame Slot (p. 2-2)

• Installing a Rear I/O Module (p. 2-5)

• Setting Up 9083 Network Remote Control (p. 2-12)

Setting I/O Switches for AES I/O (1-4) Ports

Note: This procedure is applicable only if any of the four AES I/O (1-4) ports on the

9083 are to be used as outputs (the switches are set to input mode by factory default). The 9083 is equipped with a four-section red DIP switch that sets AES pairs 1 thru 4 as either inputs or outputs. The factory default position is the input position for each pair.

• If all of the AES I/O (1-4) ports are to be used as inputs (or not used at all), omit this procedure.

• If any of the AES I/O (1-4) ports are to be used as outputs, set the switches as described in this procedure.

Note switch S11 thru S14 settings for AES I/O 1 thru AES I/O 4 mode shown in Figure 2-1. For port to be used as an output, set switch to down position as shown in Figure 2-1.

Note: Regardless of S11 thru S14 settings for AES I/O 1 thru AES I/O 4, outputs AES

OUT (1-4) are still available on cards equipped with a Rear I/O Module having

dedicated

AES OUT BNC connectors.

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2 Installing the 9083 Into a Frame Slot

Rear of Card

AES I/O 4

AES I/O 3

AES I/O 2

AES I/O 1

S11S12S13S14

••••

Figure 2-1 9083 AES I/O (1-4) Mode Switches

Installing the 9083 Into a Frame Slot

CAUTION

INPUT MODE (Factory Default)

OUTPUT MODE

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.

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Installation and Setup Installing the 9083 Into a Frame Slot

Note: • If installing the 9083 in an 8310-C-BNC or 8310-BNC frame (which is

pre-equipped with a 100-BNC rear I/O module installed across the entire backplane) or a slot already equipped with a suitable I/O module, proceed to card installation steps below.

• If installing the 9083 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. 2-5) for rear I/O module installation procedure.

CAUTION

Note: Check the packaging in which the 9083 was shipped for any extra items such

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

Install the 9083 into a frame slot as follows:

1. Determine the slot in which the 9083 is to be installed.

2. Open the frame front access panel.

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

plastic ejector tab is on the bottom.

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

card is being installed.

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

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

CAUTION

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

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

7. Close the frame front access panel.

8. Connect the input and output cables as follows:

• If the 9083 is being installed in a PN 8310-BNC or 8310-C-BNC

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

• If the 9083 is being installed in a frame using a specific 9083 Rear

I/O Module, connect cabling in accordance with the appropriate diagram shown in Table 2-1, “9083 Rear I/O Modules” (p. 2-6).

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9. Repeat steps 1 through 8 for other 9083 cards.

Note: The 9083 BNC inputs are internally 75-ohm terminated. It is not necessary to

terminate unused BNC inputs or outputs.

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

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

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

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

10. If network rem ote control is to be used for the fram e and the frame has

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

Cobalt 9000RCS-RM)”.

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

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

reference guide “COMPASS™ Remote Control User Guide (PN

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Installation and Setup Installing a Rear I/O Module

Installing a Rear I/O Module

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

installed in the slot where the 9083 is to be installed.

If installing the 9083 in a 8310-C-BNC or 8310-BNC frame (which is pre-equipped with a 100-BNC rear I/O module installed across the entire backplane) or a slot already equipped with a suitable I/O module, omit this procedure.

The full assortment of 9083 Rear I/O Modules is shown and described in 9083 Rear I/O Modules (p. 2-6). Install a Rear I/O Module as follows:

1. On the frame, determine the slot in which the 9083 is to be installed.

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

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

DSCN3483A.JPG

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

on rear of frame chassis.

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

Lightly tighten captive screw.

Note: Rear I/O Modules RM-9083-C, -D, -E, and -H occupy two

rear module slot mounting locations and use two captive screws. Rear I/O Module RM-9083-G occupies three rear module slot mounting locations and uses three captive screws.

DSCN3487A.JPG

Figure 2-2 Rear I/O Module Installation

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9083 Rear I/O Modules

Table 2-1 shows and describes the full assortment of Rear I/O Modules specifically for use with the 9083.

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

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

• Rear I/O Modules with DOLBY META port provide RS-485 port usable for Dolby metadata decoder output (where equipped with option +DEC) or serial LTC I/O (where licensed for option +LTC).

• RM20-x Rear I/O Modules compatible only with 20-slot frames.

Table 2-1 9083 Rear I/O Modules

9083 Rear I/O Module Description RM20-9083-A Provides the following conne cti on s:

• HD/SD-SDI coaxial input (SDI IN)

• Two HD/SD-SDI reclocked input copies

(RCK OUT 1 and RCK OUT 2)

• Four AES I/O coaxial input/outputs (AES I/O 1 thru AES I/O 4; I/O function of each connection is

user-configurable)

• Two buffered SDI coaxial outputs (SDI OUT 1 and SDI OUT 2)

RM20-9083-A/S Split Rear Module. Provides each of the following

connections for two 9083 cards:

• HD/SD-SDI coaxial input (SDI IN)

• HD/SD-SDI reclocked input copy (RCK OUT 1)

• Two AES I/O coaxial input/outputs (AES I/O 1 and

AES I/O 2; I/O function of each connection is user-configurable)

• Buffered SDI coaxial output (SDI OUT 1)

Note: For AES I/O 1 and AES I/O 2 on

RM20-9083-A/S Rear I/O Module to function as inputs, AES I/O switches S11 – S12 must be set to Input (factory default). See Setting I/O Switches for AES I/O (1-4) Ports (p. 2-1) for more information.

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Table 2-1 9083 Rear I/O Modules — continued

9083 Rear I/O Module Description RM20-9083-B Provides the following connections:

• HD/SD-SDI coaxial input (SDI IN)

• Six analog balanced audio inputs (AN-AUD IN 1

thru AN-AUD IN 6)

• Two buffered SDI coaxial outputs (SDI OUT 1 and SDI OUT 2)

RM20-9083-C Provides the following connections:

• HD/SD-SDI coaxial input (SDI IN)

• Four AES I/O coaxial input/outputs (AES I/O 1 thru

AES I/O 4; I/O function of each connection is user-configurable)

• Two dedicated AES coaxial audio inputs (AES IN 5 and AES IN 6)

• Two dedicated AES coaxial audio outputs (AES OUT 1 and AES OUT 2)

• Eight analog balanced audio inputs (AN-AUD IN 1 thru AN-AUD IN 8)

• Two buffered SDI coaxial outputs (SDI OUT 1 and SDI OUT 2)

Note: For AES I/O 1 and AES I/O 2 on

RM20-9083-C Rear I/O Module to function as inputs, AES I/O switches S11 – S12 must be set to Input (factory default). See Setting I/O Switches for AES I/O (1-4) Ports (p. 2-1) for more information.

Note: AES OUT 1 and AES OUT 2 on RM-9083-C

Rear I/O Module always function as outputs regardless of whether AES I/O 1 or AES I/O 2 are used as inputs or outputs.

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Table 2-1 9083 Rear I/O Modules — continued

9083 Rear I/O Module Description RM20-9083-D Provides the following conne cti on s:

• HD/SD-SDI coaxial input (SDI IN)

• Four AES I/O coaxial input/outputs (AES I/O 1 thru

AES I/O 4; I/O function of each connection is user-configurable)

• Two dedicated AES coaxial audio outputs (AES OUT 1 and AES OUT 2)

• Eight analog balanced audio inputs (AN-AUD IN 1 thru AN-AUD IN 8)

• RS-485 metadata/LTC I/O output (DOLBY META)

• Two buffered SDI coaxial outputs (SDI OUT 1 and

SDI OUT 2)

Note: For AES I/O 1 thru AES I/O 4 on

RM20-9083-D Rear I/O Module to function as inputs, AES I/O switches S11 – S14 must be set to Input (factory default). See Setting I/O Switches for AES I/O (1-4) Ports (p. 2-1) for more information.

Note: AES OUT 1 and AES OUT 2 on

RM20-9083-D Rear I/O Module always function as outputs regardless of whether AES I/O 1 or AES I/O 2 are used as inputs or outputs.

RM20-9083-E Pr ov id es the fol lowin g conne cti on s:

• HD/SD-SDI coaxial input (SDI IN)

• Four AES I/O coaxial input/outputs (AES I/O 1 thru

AES I/O 4; I/O function of each connection is user-configurable)

• Two dedicated AES coaxial audio inputs (AES IN 5 and AES IN 6)

• Eight dedicated AES coaxial audio outputs (AES OUT 1 thru AES OUT 8)

• Dolby

• Two buffered SDI coaxial outputs (SDI OUT 1 and

Note: For AES I/O 1 thru AES I/O 4 on

Note: AES OUT 1 thru AES OUT 4 on

RS-485 metadata output (DOLBY META)

SDI OUT 2)

RM20-9083-E Rear I/O Module to function as inputs, AES I/O switches S11 – S14 must be set to Input (factory default). See Setting I/O Switches for AES I/O (1-4) Ports (p. 2-1) for more information.

RM20-9083-E Rear I/O Module always function as outputs regardless of whether AES I/O 1 thru AES I/O 4 are used as inputs or outputs.

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Table 2-1 9083 Rear I/O Modules — continued

9083 Rear I/O Module Description RM20-9083-F Provides the following connections:

• HD/SD-SDI coaxial input (SDI IN)

• Five AES coaxial inputs (AES IN 1 thru AES IN 4;

AES IN 8)

• Two dedicated AES coaxial audio outputs (AES OUT 1 and AES OUT 2)

• Two buffered SDI coaxial outputs (SDI OUT 1 and SDI OUT 2)

Note: For AES IN 1 thru AES IN 4 on RM20-9083-F

Rear I/O Module to function as inputs, AES I/O switches S11 – S14 must be set to Input (factory default). See Setting I/O Switches for AES I/O (1-4) Ports (p. 2-1) for more information.

RM20-9083-G Provides the following connections:

• HD/SD-SDI coaxial input (SDI IN)

• Two HD/SD-SDI reclocked input copies

(RCK OUT 1 and RCK OUT 2)

• Four dedicated AES coaxial audio inputs (AES IN 5 thru AES IN 8)

• Four AES I/O coaxial input/outputs (AES I/O 1 thru AES I/O 4; I/O function of each connection is

user-configurable)

• Eight dedicated AES coaxial audio outputs (AES OUT 1 thru AES OUT 8)

• Eight analog balanced audio inputs (AN-AUD IN 1 thru AN-AUD IN 8)

• Two buffered SDI coaxial outputs (SDI OUT 1 and SDI OUT 2)

Note: For AES I/O 1 thru AES I/O 4 on

RM20-9083-G Rear I/O Module to function as inputs, AES I/O switches S11 – S14 must be set to Input (factory default). See Setting I/O Switches for AES I/O (1-4) Ports (p. 2-1) for more information.

Note: AES OUT 1 thru AES OUT 4 on

RM20-9083-G Rear I/O Module always function as outputs regardless of whether AES I/O 1 thru AES I/O 4 are used as inputs or outputs.

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Table 2-1 9083 Rear I/O Modules — continued

9083 Rear I/O Module Description RM20-9083-H Provides the following conne cti on s:

• HD/SD-SDI coaxial input (SDI IN)

• Four dedicated AES coaxial audio inputs

(AES IN 5 thru AES IN 8)

• Eight dedicated AES coaxial audio outputs (AES OUT 1 thru AES OUT 8)

• Four AES I/O coaxial input/outputs (AES I/O 1 thru AES I/O 4; I/O function of each connection is

user-configurable)

• Two buffered SDI coaxial outputs (SDI OUT 1 and SDI OUT 2)

Note: For AES I/O 1 thru AES I/O 4 on

RM20-9083-H Rear I/O Module to function as inputs, AES I/O switches S11 – S14 must be set to Input (factory default). See Setting I/O Switches for AES I/O (1-4) Ports (p. 2-1) for more information.

Note: AES OUT 1 thru AES OUT 4 on

RM20-9083-H Rear I/O Module always function as outputs regardless of whether AES I/O 1 thru AES I/O 4 are used as inputs or outputs.

RM20-9083-J P r ov id es the fol lowing connections:

• HD/SD-SDI coaxial input (SDI IN)

• Two HD/SD-SDI reclocked input copies

(RCK OUT 1 and RCK OUT 2)

• Four AES I/O coaxial input/outputs (AES I/O 1 thru AES I/O 4; I/O function of each connection is

user-configurable)

• RS-485 metadata/LTC I/O output (DOLBY META)

• Two buffered SDI coaxial outputs (SDI OUT 1 and

SDI OUT 2)

Note: For AES I/O 1 thru AES I/O 4 on RM-9083-J

Rear I/O Module to function as inputs, AES I/O switches S11 – S14 must be set to Input (factory default). See Setting I/O Switches for AES I/O (1-4) Ports (p. 2-1) for more information.

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Table 2-1 9083 Rear I/O Modules — continued

9083 Rear I/O Module Description RM20-9083-E-DIN-HDBNC High-density rear modules provides the following

connections:

• HD/SD-SDI coaxial input (SDI IN)

• Eight AES coaxial inputs (AES IN 1 thru AES IN 8)

• Eight AES coaxial outputs (AES OUT 1 thru

AES OUT 8)

• One HD/SD-SDI reclocked input copy (RCK OUT 1)

• Two buffered SDI coaxial outputs (SDI OUT)

Note: Available equipped with High-Density BNC

(HDBNC) or DIN1.0/2.3 connectors as: RM20-9083-E-HDBNC or RM20-9083-E-DIN, respectively.

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2 Setting Up 9083 Network Remote Control

Setting Up 9083 Network Remote Control

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

Note: • If network remote control is to be used for the frame and the frame has not

yet been set up for remote control, Cobalt Control User Guide (PN 9000RCS-RM) provides thorough information and step-by-step instructions for setting up network remote control of COMPASS™ cards using DashBoard™. (Cobalt OGCP-9000/CC Remote Control Panel product manuals have complete instructions for setting up remote control using a Remote Control Panel.)

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

reference guide Remote

OGCP-9000 and

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Overview

Chapter 3

Chapter 3 Operating Instructions

This chapter contains the following information:

If you are already familiar

with using DashBoard or a

Cobalt Remote Control Panel to control Cobalt

cards, please skip to 9083

Function Submenu Li st and

Descriptions (p. 3-9).

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

• Accessing the 9083 Card via Remote Control (p. 3-5)

• Checking 9083 Card Information (p. 3-7)

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

• 9083 Function Submenu List and Descriptions (p. 3-9)

• Troubleshooting (p. 3-65)

Control and Display Descriptions

This secti on describes the user interface controls, indicators, and displays for using the 9083 card. The 9083 function s can be acces sed and contr olle d using any of the user interfaces described here.

The format in which the 9083 functional controls, indicators, and displays appear and are used varies depending on the user interface being used. Regardless of the user interface being used, access to the 9083 functions (and the controls, ind icato rs, an d disp lays r elat ed to a particul ar f uncti on) fo llows a general arrangement of Function Submenus under which related controls can be accessed (as described in Function Submenu/Parameter Submenu Overview below).

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

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

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Card-edge (Local) Control

3 Control and Display Descriptions

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

Control Panel) are the settings as effected by the 9083 card itself and reported back to the remote control; the value displayed at any time is the actual value as set on the card.

Function Submenu/Parameter Submenu Overview

The functions and related pa rameters avai lable on the 9083 car d are organ ized into function submenus, which consist of parameter groups as shown below.

Figure 3-1 shows how the 9083 card an d its submenus ar e orga nized, and also provides an overview of how navig ation is performed be tween cards, func tion submenus, and parameters.

If using DashBoard™ or a Remote Control Panel, the desired 9083 card is first selected.

9083

Submenu a Submenu b

Individual Parameters

Each submenu consists of groups of parameters related to the function submenu. Using the “Framesync” function submenu example, the individual parameters for this function consist of various framesync parameters such as Vertical Delay, Horizontal Delay, and so on.

Figure 3-1 Function Submenu/Parameter Submenu Overvie w

• • •

The desired function submenu is next selected. Function Submenus consist of parameter groups related to a particular 9083 card function (for example, “Framesync”).

Submenu z

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Operating Instructions Control and Display Descriptions

DashBoard™ User Interface

(See Figure 3-2.) Th e 9083 fu nction submenus are or gani zed i n DashBoa rd™ using tabs. When a tab is selected, each parametric control or selection list item associated with the function is displayed. Scalar (numeric) parametric values can then be adjusted as desired using the GUI slider controls. Items in a list can then be selected using GUI drop-down lists. (In this manner, the setting effected using controls and selection lists displayed in DashBoard™ are comparable to the su bmenu ite ms access ed and commi tted using the 9083 card edge c ontrols.)

Typical On/Off Control

Typical Parametric Control

Typical Selection List

DashBoard Tabs

Figure 3-2 Typical DashBoard Tabs and Controls

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Cobalt® Remote Control Panel User Interfaces

(See Figure 3-3.) Similar to the function submenu tabs using DashBoard™, the OGCP-9000 (and OGCP-9000/CC) Remote Control Panels have a Select Submenu key that is used to display a list of function submenus. From this list, a control knob on the Control Panel is used to select a function from the list of displayed function submenu items.

When the desired function submenu is selected, each parametric control or selection list item associated with the function is displayed. Scalar (numeric) parametric values can then be adjusted as desired using the control knobs, which act like potentiometers. It ems in a list can then be selected using the control knobs which correspo ndingly act like rotar y switches. (In thi s manner , the setting effected using co ntr ol s and selection list s d isplayed on the Control Panel are comparable to t he submenu i tems acce ssed and committed u sing the 9083 card edge controls.)

Figure 3-3 shows accessing a function submenu and its parameters (in this example, “Embedded Audio Output Group 1/2”) using the Control Panel as compared to using the card edge controls.

Embedded Audio Group 1/2 function (among others) is accessed using the Control Panel Select Submenu key. Embedded Audio Group 1/2 function is selected from the list of functions (submenu items) using any knob

When the Embedded Audio Group 1/2 function submenu is selected, its related parameters are now displayed.

In this example, Gain for Embedded Channel 1 is adjusted using the corresponding Gain control knob.

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

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

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Ch 1 Gain

20.0 dB

Ch 3 Gain

0.0 dB

Ch 2 Gain

0.0 dB

Ch 1 Gain

0.0 dB

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Figure 3-3 Control Panel Setup of Example Audio Control Function

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Operating Instructions Accessing the 9083 Card via Remote Control

Accessing the 9083 Card via Remote Control

Access the 9083 card using DashBoard™ or Cobalt® Remote Control Panel as described below.

Accessing the 9083 Card Using DashBoard™

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

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

Controller Card associated with the frame containing the 9083 card to be accessed (in this example, “MFC-8320-N SN: 00108053”).

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

Click on the card to be accessed (in this example, “Slot 7: CDI-9083 RCVR21”).

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As shown on the next page, when th e car d is access ed a DashBoa rd™ its function submenu screen showing tabs for each function is displayed. (The particular submenu screen displayed is the previously displayed screen from the last time the card was accessed by DashBoard™).

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3 Accessing the 9083 Card via Remote Control

Card Access/Navigation

Tree Pane

Card Info

Pane

Card Function Submenu

and Controls Pane

Accessing the 9083 Card Using a Cobalt® Remote Control Panel

Press the Select Device key and select a card as shown i n the example bel ow.

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

This display shows the devices assigned to the Control Panel.

• Rotate any knob to select from the list of devices. The device selected using a knob is displayed with a reversed background (in this example, “1 9083 - Receiver 21 Input Processing”).

• Directly enter a device by entering its list number using the numeric keypad, and then pressing Enter or pressing in any knob).

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Operating Instructions Checking 9083 Card Information

Checking 9083 Card Information

The operating status and software version the card can be checked using DashBoard™ or the card edge control user interface. Figure 3-4 shows and describes the 9083 card i nformati on screen usi ng DashBoard™ a nd acces sing card information using the card edg e control user interfac e.

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

tus indicators shown in Figure 3-4. Yellow or red icons respectively indicate an alert or failure condition. Refer to Troubleshooting (p. 3-65) for corrective action.

The Tree View shows the cards seen by DashBoard™. In this example, Network Controller Card MFC-8320-N (serial number ...8053) is hosting a 9083 card in slot 7.

Software Version Number

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

regarding this card.

Power Consumption and Temperature Displays

This display shows the power consumed by the 9083 for both the +12V and -7.5V rails, as well as key device temperatures.

Status Displays

These displays show the status the signal being received by the 9083. Green Settings icon shows that any changes made on DashBoard™ are sucessfully saved on the card’s memory.

Figure 3-4 9083 Card Info Utility

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3 Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges

Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges

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

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

Default Line No. / Range

Item

SD HD

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

Dolby

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

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

2. While range indicated b y d rop -dow n li st o n G UI m ay al lo w a particular range of ch oi ces , t he a ct ual range

is automatically cl amped (limi ted) to c ert ain rang es to preven t inadv ertent con fli ct with a ctive pictu re ar ea depending on video format. Limiting ranges for various output formats are as follows:

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

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

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

ATC_VITC = 9/8 CC = 10

Dolby Meta data = 13

Card 1

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

Card 1

AFD Insertion attempted usin g VANC line 9 (default)

AFD Insertion corrected to us e VANC line 18

ATC_VITC = 9/8 AFD = 9

CC = 10 Dolby Meta data = 13

Card n

ATC_VITC = 9/8

CC = 10 Dolby Metadata = 13

AFD = 18

Card n

Conflict between ATC_VITC and AFD both on VANC line 9

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

Figure 3-5 Example VANC Line Number Allocation Example

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Operating Instructions 9083 Function Submenu List and Descriptions

9083 Function Submenu List and Descriptions

T able 3 -2 indiv iduall y list s and desc ribes ea ch 9083 fu nctio n submenu (“tab”) and its related list selections, co ntrols, and parameters . Where helpful, examples showing usage of a function are also provided. Table 3-2 is primarily based upon using DashBoard™ to access each function and its corresponding submenus and parameters.

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

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

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

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

Function Submenu Item Page Function Submenu Item Page

Audio Input Controls 3-10 Option +ENCD Dolby® Functions (Table 3-3) AFD 3-13 Dolby Digital Encoder 3-43 Framesync 3-14 Dolby Digital External Metadata 3-46 Embedded Audio Group 1/2 3-18 Dolby Digital Internal Metadata 3-48 Embedded Audio Group 3/4 3-22 Dolby Digital Channel Mapping 3-49 Audio LKFS Monitor 3-24 Option +ENCE Dolby AES Audio Out Pairs 1-4 3-27 Dolby E Enc ode r 3-51 Audio Mixing 3-31 Dolby E External Metadata 3-52 Timecode 3-36 Dolby E Internal Metadata 3-55 Tone Generator 3-40 Dolby E Channel Mapping 3-56 Licensable Features 3-40 Presets 3-41

Functions (Table 3-4)

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3 9083 Function Submenu List and Descriptions

Table 3-2 9083 Function Submenu List

Controls the AES Audio Input features for the eight AES input pairs, and displays signal status for the AES pairs

Audio Input Controls

and the 16 embedded audio channels. Also provides global unity routing/parameter control resets.

Note: Also refer to AES Audio Input Advanced Features (p.

1-13) in Chapter 1,“Introduction” for detailed informati on regarding these functions.

• AES SRC Individual SRC Disable control for each AES pair (1 thru 8) disables or

•

• AES Passthrough Individual AES Passthrough On/Off control for each AES pair (1 thru 8)

•

enables Sample Rate Conversion (SRC) bypass as follows:

• Disabled: In this mode, AES SRC for the corresponding AES pair is bypassed. SRC is set to Disabled by default. This mode is

preferred where the AES rate matches the input video rate. This mode is necessary when embedding non-PCM AES audio such a

E or Dolby Digital™ audio streams.

Dolby

Note: In this mode AES rate must match the input video rate or

audio dropouts will occur.

Note: AES audio must be nominally 48 kHz.

• Enabled: In this mode, AES SRC for the corresponding AES input pair is enabled. SRC enabled allows the 9083 to interface with asynchronous AES sources (sources in which the AES timing does not match the video reference timing). SRC can be used to compensate for minor clock rate differences in the AES stream and the input video stream.

disables or enables Passthrough as follows:

• Off: Disables AES passthrough for the selected AES input pair. Passthrough is set to Off by default.

• On: Passthrough is turned on, with the corresponding AES output pair to act as a bit-for-bit copy with zero delay of the corresponding AES input pair.

Note: AES Passthrough set to On overrides normal audio routing.

Gain and polarity control is not available when AES passthrough is enabled.

• AES Zero Delay Embedding Individual AES Zero-Delay Embedding On/Off control for each AES pair

•

(1 thru 8) disables or enables Zero-Delay Embedding as follows:

• Off: Disables Zero-Delay Embedding for the selected AES input pair. Zero-delay embedding is set to Off by default.

• On: The selected pair directly embeds into its corresponding group (AES Pair 1 embeds into embedded channels 1 and 2; AES pair 2 embeds into embedded channels 3 and 4, and so on) with the normal frame sync audio delay being bypassed.

Note: Zero Delay Embedding overrides the standard audio routing

system. For example, if AES Pair 1 is selected, then the controls to route into embedded channels 1 and 2 will not apply. Gain and polarity control is not available when zero-delay embedding is enabled.

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(continued)

• Status Displays Individual signal status displays for AES pairs 1-8, and embedded audio

•

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

channels 1-16 as follows:

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

Note: Channel displaying Not Present may still carry usable audio

data with Not Present being displayed due to invalid headers.

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

• Present, Consumer: Indicates AES pair or embedded channel contains audio PCM data other than AES (for example, S/PDIF).

• Present, Dolby E: Indicates AES pair or embedded channel contains Dolby

• Present, Dolby Digital: Indicates AES pair or embedded channel contains Dolby

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

re-establishes default 1-to-1 routing as follows:

• Embedded: Routes Embedded Ch 1 thru Ch 16 as sources to destination channels Embedded Ch 1 thru Embedded Ch 16.

• AES: Routes AES Ch 1 thru Ch 16 as sources to destination channels Embedded Ch 1 thru Embedded Ch 16.

• Analog: Routes Analog Ch 1 thru Ch 8 as sources to destination channels Embedded Ch 1 thru Embedded Ch 8. Sets Embedded Ch 9 thru Ch 16 to Silence.

E encoded data.

Digital encoded data.

Dolby

signals meeting SMPTE 337M standard.

The 9083 card does not perform Dolby signal. Although the 9083 controls will appear to be usable for this signal tag, the signal is passed with 1-to-1 routing and all related gain and polarity controls set to unity.

decoding on the

• AES Unity Channel Selection Selects unity reset of AES Outputs Pairs 1-4 and 5-8 controls and

• Dolby Encoder Unity Channel Selection Maps selected audio source as the encoder audio inputs and applies

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re-establishes default 1-to-1 routing as follows:

• Embedded: Routes Embedded Ch 1 thru Ch 8 as sources to destination channels AES Ch 1 thru AES Ch 8.

• AES: Routes AES Ch 1 thru Ch 8 as sources to destination channels AES Ch 1 thru AES Ch 8.

• Analog: Routes Analog Ch 1 thru Ch 8 as sources to destination channels AES Ch 1 thru AES Ch 8.

default unity parametric settings in Dolby Channel Mapping function tab as described below.

Note: • (Option +ENCD only) Up to six channels can be sources for

encoder inputs Encoder Ch1 thru Encoder Ch 6.

• (Option +ENCE only) Up to eight channels can be sources for encoder inputs Encoder Ch1 thru Encoder Ch 8.

• Embedded: Routes embedded channel sources as sources to encoder audio inputs.

• AES: Routes AES channel sources to encoder audio inputs.

• Analog: Routes analog channel sources to encoder audio inputs.

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(continued)

Applies embedded and AES unity channel selection (as set in the above drop-down lists). To apply the selections, click the Confirm button. When Confirm is clicked, a Confirm? pop-up appears, requesting confirmation.

• Click Yes to proceed with the unity reset.

• Click No to reject unity reset.

For any selection following confirm, the destination channel controls are default reset as follows:

• Gain is to unity

• Phase control is set to Normal

• Channel is set to Unmuted

• Tie AES and Embedded Controls

When set to Enabled, gangs Gain, Phase, and Mute controls for same-numbered Embedded and AES channels 1 thru 8. Ganging is bilateral, with Embedded channel control settings affecting corresponding AES channel controls, and vice-versa.

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Allows assignment of AFD (Active Format Description)

AFD

codes to the SDI output video.

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

downstream card or system that recognizes an AFD code assigned here.

• Framesync must be enabled for proper AFD insertion.

• Incoming AFD Displays incoming AFD setting as follows:

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

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

AFD

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

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

4:3 Coded Frame

AFD Code

•

16:9 Coded Frame

AFD Code

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

(1)

Description AFD Code

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

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

1000 Full frame 1111 16:9 (with alternate

(1)

Description AFD Code

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

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

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

1000 Full frame 1111 16:9 (with alternate

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

(1)

Description

14:9 center)

4:3 center)

Description

protected)

14:9 center)

4:3 center)

(2)

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Off: Video path bypasses frame sync entirely; output video timing tracks with input video timing.

• Reference 1: Allows Frame Sync function to use external Reference 1 as the reference (“house”) standard.

• Reference 2: Allows Frame Sync function to use external Reference 2 as the reference (“house”) standard.

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

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

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

• Input Video: Allows full framesync functionality (such as delay

offset), but instead uses the input video signal as the reference standard.

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

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

indication appears in the Card Info

• Vertical Delay Control

• Horizontal Delay Control

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

When Framesync is enabled, sets vertical delay (in number of lines of output video/forma t) between the output video and the frame sync reference.

(Range is -1124 thru 1124 lines.) Note: Lines refer to lines in the output video format, and not to the

reference format.

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

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

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

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

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

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

(Range is 0.0000 thru 300.0 msec.)

• Framesync Audio SRC On/Off Control When Framesync is enabled and set to Input Video, allows disabling audio SRC. This is required if the card is to pass non-PCM audio such as Dolby® audio to downstream devices.

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• Minimum Latency Control

Minimum Latency Frames Control

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Latency frames selection within limits.

• Latency frames selection exceeds limits.

exceeds threshold (see below). Hard resync provides fastest snyc-up suitable for off-air manipulation. Conversely, a threshold setting that avoids hard resync allows glitch-free on-air manipulation.

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

Video:

40 msec

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

Video:

40 msec

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Audio:

240 msec

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

Audio:

440 msec

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

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(continued)

• Audio Offset Control

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Note: If using Audio Offset control to perform off-air co rrections, i t i s

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

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

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

• Framesync status OK.

• Framesync Enable set to Off.

• I mpr oper or missing framesy nc refere nce.

• Latency frames selection exceeds limits.

Note: See Minimum Latency Frames Control ( p. 3-15) for more

information about this message.

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

• Disable Outputs: Disab le all outputs.

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

having valid SAV and EAV codes).

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

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• Framesync LOS Freeze Color In the event of LOS with Freeze to Color enabled above, sets the image

• Custom Color Hue Adjusts raster hue (phase angle) for custom LOS color.

• Custom Color Saturation Adjusts raster saturation level for custom LOS color.

raster color from choices shown to the left.

(-360° to 360° range in 0.1° steps; null = 0°)

(0% to 100% range in 0.1% steps)

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

• Reset/Resync Framesync

Reset Framesync

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

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

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

• Click Yes to reset the frame sync.

• Click No to reject reset.

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

receiving a stable, continuous frame sync reference.

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

Embedded Audio Group 1/2

also provides Gain, Mute, and Phase Invert controls for each channel.

Embedded

Audio Group 1

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

CH6

CH7

CH8

Embedded

Audio Group 2

The example above shows various Source selections and individual audio control settings for various audio sources fed to the Destination channels Embedded Ch 1 thru Embedded Ch 8 in Embedded Audio Groups 1 and 2, with the resulting setup (right).

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

The controls shown here are described in detail on the following pages. Refer to Audio Routing Example Using DashBoard™ (p. 3-58) for more examples of using these controls.

Emb Ch1 – 16

AES I/O (1-4)

AES IN (5-8)

AN-AUD

IN (1-8)

Downmix

DM–(L, R, Mono)

Dolby

Encoded Pair

0 dB

20 dB

Embed Ch 1

Embed Ch 4 AES Ch 1

AES Ch 3

Analog Ch 3

DM-Mono

Encd Pair 1/2

Note: After familiarizing yourself with the controls described in the audio routing/control sections that follow, see “Audio

Routing Example Using DashBoard™” (p. 3-58) in “Example Setu ps Using The 9083 and DashBoard™” for a fu l l example using these controls.

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(continued)

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

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

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

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

compatible with 24-bit SD audio data.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

•

• AES Ch 1 thru AES Ch 16 as Source AES Ch 1 thru AES Ch 16 range in Source drop-down list enables a

•

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

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

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

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

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(continued)

• An alog Ch 1 thru Ch 8 as Source Analog Ch 1 thru Analog Ch 8 range in Source drop-down list enables a

•

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

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

balanced-input analog channel (Ch 1 thru Ch 8) to be the source for the selected destination Embedded Audio Group channel.

(In this example, Analog Ch1 is the source for destination Embedded Ch 1)

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

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

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

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

Refer to Audio Mixing function description on page 3-31 for more information.

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

Embedded Ch 1)

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

Audio Mixing function). Refe r to Audio Mixing function description on page 3-31 for more information.

• Dolby

• Tone Generator 1 thru 4 as Source Tone Ge nerator 1 thru T o ne Ge nerat or 4 range in Source drop-down list

Encoded Pair as Source Dolby Encoder selection in Source drop-down list allows Dolby® Encoder

encoded pair to be the source for the selected destination Embedded Audio Group channel pair. When either channel of a companion pair is sourced from the encoder, the companion channel is automatically similarly selected.

(In this example, the encoder output is the source for destination Embedded channel pair 1/2)

Note: Encoded channel pairs selected can only be applied to companion

intact pairs (e.g., signals can be applied to embedded pair 1/2, or embedded pair 3/4 and so on, but not split to route through fabricated unrelated pairs such as embedded ch 2/ch 3).

Note: Although the Gain, Muting, and Phase controls will appear to be

usable when an encoded pair is selected, the controls are disabled.

enables one of four tone generators (Tone 1 thru T one 4) to be the source for the selected destination Embedded Audio Group channel.

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

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

tone generator sources. Refer to Tone Generator function description on page 3-40 for

more information.

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

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

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

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

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

disabled.

• Refer to Timecode function description on page 3-36 for more information.

Embedded Audio Group channel. Use this setting for unused

destination channels.

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

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

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

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

phase) for the destination Embedded Audio Group channel.

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

Embedded Audio Group 3/4

It also provides Gain, Mute, and Phase Invert controls for each channel.

Embedded

Audio Group 3

CH9

CH10

CH11

CH12

CH13

CH14

CH15

CH16

Embedded

Audio Group 4

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

Embedded Ch 9 thru Embedded Ch 16 in Embedded

Audio Groups 3 and 4, with the resulting setup (right).

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

Emb Ch 1 – 16

AES I/O (1-4)

AES IN (5-8)

AN-AUD

IN (1-8)

Downmix

DM–(L, R, Mono)

Encoded Pair

D 1/2

Embed Ch 4

Embed Ch 8

AES Ch 1

AES Ch 2

AES Ch 14

Analog Ch 1

DM-L

DM-R

10 dB

0 dB

6 dB

10 dB

–20 dB

6 dB

–

–15 dB

0 dB

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

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

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

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

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

§3.10 (default is 20-bit per SMPTE 272M, §3.5). Note: • If 24-bit depth is desired, make certain downstream equipment is

compatible with 24-bit SD audio data.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Provides an ITU-R BS.1770-1 / ATSC A/85 Audio Loudness (LKFS) measurement of selected channels

Audio LKFS Monitor

Note: • This function provides only LKFS monitoring as described here; this function does not provide active LKFS correction.

Selected channels are passed through the card unaffected by settings made for this function.

• The Audio LKFS Monitor target LKFS uses the Dialnorm value setting per the received selected external metadata (or per the internal metadata settings where used). See Appendix A, “Loudness Measurement Guidelines and Techniques” for more information about LKFS parameters and measurement techniques. Read and understand the informat ion

in this appendix before ch a nging LKFS parameters from defaul t va lues.

comprising the L, R, C, Ls, and Rs channels of a

5.1-channel complement. Also provide a configurable alert if summation LKFS result exceeds configurable thresholds.

• Monitor Channel Selection Separate drop-down lists for Left, Right, Center, Left Surround (Ls), and Right Surround (Rs) for applying any combination of card audio outputs to each of the five LKFS monitor inputs as shown below.

Note: Set any unused LKFS monitor channel inputs to Silence.

•

The example below shows selection from various channel sources applied to the LKFS monitor inputs. Because the LKFS monitor uses output (post-processed “destination”) channels, LKFS under/over conditions can be corrected using the Dashboard™ controls for the monitored channels. (Dolby to the Dolby encoder inputs.).

channel selections use the channels routed

LKFS

AES Ch 1 Out AES Ch 2 Out

Emb Ch 1

– Ch 16 Out

AES Ch 1 AES Ch 2 Emb Ch 3 Emb Ch 5 Emb Ch 6

Monitor

L R (C) (Ls) (Rs)

LKFS Value

Display

• Measured Loudness Display

Displays the current aggregate ITU-R BS.1770-1 LKFS loudness for the selected monitored channels.

Note: -inf LKFS display indicates LKFS monitor is not receiving any input

(for example, as in the case of intended channels not being “seen” by the LKFS monitor due to desired embedded channels being directed to AES output and not embedded output channels).

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• LKFS/Dialnorm Deviation Alarm Control When set to On, provides indication (in the Card Info pane) of LKFS

• Tar ge t LKFS Setting

The Audio LKFS Monitor uses the currently selected Dolby

compliance or violation vs. target LKFS/dialnorm as shown. LKFS target value, averaging, and thresholds are set as described below.

dialnorm setting as its target LKFS (see examples below).

If External Metadata is being used, reported dialnorm value of selected AC-3 program coding serves as target LKFS value (in this example, -27 LK FS)

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If Internal Metadata is being used, dialnorm (as set using Dashboard-configurable internal metadata setting) serves as target LKFS value (in this example, -24 LKFS)

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• Measurement Window Control Sets the duration (in seconds) that sampling time accumulates before

In this example, the last 3 measurement periods are averaged in each reported LKFS value. This cycle is continually repeated. The Measurement Window parameter sets the sampling time accumulated before each averaging recalculation.

Session

3rd Report

2nd Report

1st Report

• Allowed Deviation (dB) Control Sets the allowable deviation above or below dialnorm (LKFS) target level,

each averaging recalculation (see below) (0.1 to 30.0 seconds range in 0.1-second steps; default = 10.0 sec)

t (sec)

at which where exceeded the measured LKFS is considered out of range. (0.0 to 40.0 dB (LKFS) range in 0.1 dB steps; default of ±4.0 dB (LKFS))

• Deviation Alarm Time Control Sets the allowable time an out of range measured LKFS (as set above) can loiter, after which results in an LKFS out of range alarm display.

(0 to 30 sec range in 1-second steps; default = 1.0 sec)

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Routes audio sources to discrete AES output channels 1 thru 8 (AES Audio Out Pairs 1-4). Also provides Gain,

AES Audio Out Pairs 1-4

Mute, and Phase Invert controls for each channel.

The example above shows various Source selections and individual audio control settings for various audio sources fed to the Destination channels AES Ch 1 thru AES Ch 8, with the resulting setup (right).

The source-to-destination correlation shown here is only an example; any of the sources on the left can connect to any of the destinations on the right.

The controls shown here are described in detail on the following pages. Refer to Audio Routing Example Using DashBoard™ (p. 3-58) for more examples of using these controls.

Emb Ch 1 – 16

AES I/O (1-4)

AES IN (5-8)

AN-AUD

IN (1-8)

Downmix

DM–(L, R, Mono)

Dolby

Encoded Pair

AES Audio Out

Pairs 1-4

(Ch 1-8)

0 dB

10 dB

6 dB

–6 dB

TG4

AES Ch 1

AES Ch 2

AES Ch 3

AES Ch 4

AES Ch 5

AES Ch 6

AES Ch 7

AES Ch 8

Embed Ch 4 Embed Ch 5 Embed Ch 6 Embed Ch 7

AES Ch 4

Encd Pair 1/2

10 dB

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Note: • AES Ch 2 thru AES Ch 8 have controls that are identical to the Source, Gain, Mute, and Phase controls described

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

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

• Option +ENCD and Option +ENCE do not have flexible routing/control for AES Audio Out pairs 5-8, therefore controls similar to these for AES Out 5-8 are not included. Instead, AES Audio Out Pairs 5-8 serve as four copies of the Dolby encoded pair in addition to any other encoded pair routing.

• AES Channel Source Using the Source drop-down list, selects the audio source to be routed to

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

•

• AE S Ch 1 thru AES Ch 16 as Source AES Ch 1 thru AES Ch 16 range in Source drop-down list enables a

•

• An alog Ch 1 thru Ch 8 as Source Analog Ch 1 thru Analog Ch 8 range in Source drop-down list enables a

the corresponding AES output channel from the choices described below.

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

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

discrete AES channel (Ch 1 thru Ch 16) to be the source for the selected destination AES channel.

(In this example, AES Ch 5 is the source for destination AES Ch 1)

balanced-input analog channel (Ch 1 thru Ch 8) to be the source for the selected destination AES channel.

(In this example, Analog Ch1 is the source for destination AES Ch 1)

•

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

• Mono Mix as Source Mono selection in Source drop-down list allows mono mix content to be

• Dolby

Encoded Pair as Source Dolby Encoder selection in Source drop-down list allows Dolby® Encoder

allow either downmix left or right channel to be the source for the selected destination AES channel.

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

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

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

Refer to Audio Mixing function description on page 3-31 for more information.

the source for the selected destination AES channel. (In this example, the mono content is the source for destination AES Ch 1)

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

Audio Mixing function). Refer to Audio Mixing function

description on page 3-31 for more information.

encoded pair to be the source for the selected destination AES output channel pair. When either channel of a companion pair is sourced from the encoder, the companion channel is automatically similarly selected.

(In this example, the encoder output is the source for destination AES channel pair 1/2)

Note: Encoded channel pairs selected can only be applied to companion

intact pairs (e.g., signals can be applied to AES pair 1/2, or AES pair 3/4 and so on, but not split to route through fabricated unrelated pairs such as AES ch 2/ch 3).

Note: Although the Gain, Muting, and Phase controls will appear to be

usable when an encoded pair is selected, the controls are disabled.

• Tone Generator 1 thru 4 as Source Tone G e ne r a tor 1 thru T one Generator 4 range in Source drop-down list

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

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enables one of four tone generators (Tone 1 thru Tone 4) to be the source for the selected destination AES channel.

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

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

tone generator sources. Refer to Tone Ge ne r a tor function description on page 3-40 for

more information.

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

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

disabled.

• Refer to Timecode function description on page 3-36 for more information.

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

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

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

AES channel. Use this setting for unused destination channels. (In this example, silence (muting) is applied to AES Ch 1)

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

• Phase Control Selects between Normal and Invert phase (relative to source original phase) for the destination AES channel.

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Provides down-mix audio routing selections that multiplexes any five embedded, AES, or analog audio

Audio Mixing

channel sources into a stereo pair (Down Mix Left and Down Mix Right), or selection of any two audio sources to be mono-mixed to serve as a monaural source.

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

• Down Mixer Selection Separate drop-down lists for Left, Right, Center, Left Surround (Ls), and Right Surround (Rs) inputs allow embedded, AES, or analog channel audio source selection for each of the five inputs as shown below.

•

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

Embed Ch 1 - Ch 16

AES Ch 1 - Ch 16

AN-AUD Ch 1- Ch 8

Embedded Ch 1 Embedded Ch 2

AES Ch 6 Embedded Ch 4 Embedded Ch 5

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

encoded information.

L R C Ls Rs

DM-L

DM-R

• Center Mix Ratio Control

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

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

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

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

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

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• Surround Mix Ratio Control

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

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

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

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

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

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

embedded, AES, analog, or the DM-L / DM-R input channels to provide an additional mono-mixed channel.

The resulting mono mix (Mono) is available as an audio source for any of the 32 destination embedded or AES output channels as shown below.

Emb Ch 1 - Ch 16

AES Ch 1 - Ch 16

AN-AUD Ch 1- Ch 8

Emb Ch 12 Emb Ch 16

MONO

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

source channels themselves.

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

key is entered and activated. Refer to Licensable Features function description on page 3-40 for more information.

• Channel sources used by the upmixer are post-processed signals received from the Audio Routing/Gain Control function. When active, the channel selections made using this function are directly embedded in the output SDI or AES discrete pairs. Refer to 2.0-to-5.1 Upmix Function (p. 1-11) in Chapter 1, “Introduction” for detailed functional description and signal flow.

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

• 2.0-to-5.1 Up Mixer Selection Separate drop-down lists for Left, Right, Center, LFE, Left Surrou nd, and Right Surround allow embedded, AES, or analog channel audio source selection, and embedded or AES discrete channel assignments for the six generated 5.1 channels.

•

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

Using the setup shown in the example, when upmix is active the embedded channel 1/2 stereo pair is overwritten with the new stereo pair L/R on channels 1/2. As selected in the example, the additional 5.1 channels C, LFE, Left Surround (Ls), and Right Surround (Rs) overwrite EmbCh3 – Ch 6, respectively.

Emb Ch 1 – Ch 16

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

(C)

(LFE)

(Ls)

(Rs)

L – Emb Ch 1 R – Emb Ch 2 C – Emb Ch 3 LFE – Emb Ch 4 Ls – Emb Ch 5 Rs – Emb Ch 6

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Auto Crossfade Speed Controls Individual controls select the relative crossfade transition speed between Upmix to Bypass (going to inactive; from 5.1 to 2.0) and Bypass to Upmix (going to active; from 2.0 to 5.1) when upmixer enable is set to Auto and the active threshold (as set by the 5.1 Detection Threshold control) is crossed in either direction.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

- 20 dBFS

- 60 dBFS

Above Threshold

(Bypass)

Below Threshold

(Overwrite)

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

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

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

• Center Width Control

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

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

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

• Higher settings progressively blend respective L and R mono content

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

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

• Surround Depth Control

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

• Maximum setting results in greatest surround channel levels.

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

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

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

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

Timecode

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

controls for inserting the timecode into the output video.

525i 5994

w/ VITC

Waveform

Noting that the incoming video contains VITC

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

In this example, it is desired to provide SDI

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

In the example here, the line numbers are set to the default SMPTE 12M-2-2008 recommended values.

525i SDI

w/ VITC

Waveform

SDI VITC

Detect/Extract

Priority/

Select

Buffer/

Format

SDI VITC

Timecode

Proc/Embed

ATC_VITC Timecode

Proc/Embed

SDI ATC_VITC

Detect/Extract

ATC_LTC Timecode

Line

Number

Control

Proc/Embed

525i SDI w/ATC_VITC

ATC_VITC Insertion = Enabled ATC_LTC Insertion = Enabled

ATC_VITC1 = Line 9 (default SMPTE 12M-2) ATC_VITC2 = Line 8 (571) (default SMPTE 12M-2) ATC_LTC = Line 10 (default SMPTE 12M-2)

SDI ATC_LTC

Detect/Extract

LTC Detect/

Extract

Insert

Control

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Audio LTC and RS-485 LTC controls described below only appear on cards with +LTC licensed optional

feature. This feature allows bidirectional conversion between VBI-based timecode and LTC timecode on audio and RS-485 interfaces.

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

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

formats shown to the left.

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

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

• If Audio LTC is being received, the timecode running count is

displayed.

• Audio LTC Source selects audio source to be used by card audio LTC function as listed below.

• Emb Ch 1 thru Ch 16

• AES Ch 1 thru Ch 16

• Analog audio Ch 1 thru Ch 8

Note: Audio LTC Source must be appropriately set for card to receive and process audio LTC.

port as follows:

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

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

• Incoming ATC Packet Removal Control Enables or disables removal of existing input video ATC timecode p ackets

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from the output. This allows removal of undesired existing timecodes from the output, resulting in a “clean slate” where only desired timecodes are then re-inserted into the output. (For example, if both SD VITC Waveform and SD ATC_VITC timecode data are present on the input video, and only ATC_VITC is desired, using the Removal control will remove both timecodes from the output. The ATC_VITC timecode by itself can then be re-inserted on the output using the other controls discussed here.)

Note: When the Scaler is enabled, ATC packets are automatically

removed. The Timecode function must be used to re-insert the timecode data into the output video.

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

• Output Stat us Dis play Displays the current content and source being used for the timecode data

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

source priority from the following choices:

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

as follows:

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

• Timecode not available due to lack of appropriate input timecode data on

enabled formats.

Note: Timecode output requires that source and priority are appropriately

selected (as described above in Source Priority). Also, video input must contain appropriate timecode data.

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

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

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

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

0.0 Frame 0

0.1 Frame 1

1.0 Frame 2

1.1 Frame 3

•

29.1 Frame 59

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

• Offset Advance or Delay selects offset advance or delay.

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

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

frames.

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

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Note: • Although the output line drop-down on the controls described below will allow a particular range of choices, the actual

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

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

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

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

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

• HD ATC_VITC Insertion Control

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

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

line number.

• SD VITC Waveform Insertion control only affects VITC waveforms inserted (or copied to a new line number) by this function.

the output video, and selects the line number for ATC_VITC.

output video, and selects the line number for ATC_LTC timecode data.

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

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

line number.

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

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

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

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Sets the test tone frequency for each of four tone

Tone Generator

• Frequency Selection Lists

Licensable Features

generators (Tone Generator 1 thru 4).

Selects the frequency for each of the four tone generators. 18 discrete sine wave frequencies are available, ranging from 50 Hz to 16 kHz (default frequency is 1.0 kHz).

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

Allows activation of optional licensed features.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• A licensable feature can be de-activated using this entry box by entering the feature string[space]revoke[return].

sales at

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Allows up to 16 card user settings configuration presets to be saved in a Preset and then recalled

Presets

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

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

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

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

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

• Preset Save and Load

• Selected Preset

•

• Card Name

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

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

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

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

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

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

confirmation.

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

rewrites the previous preset contents with the invoked contents.

Make certain change is desired before confirming preset change.

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

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

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

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

Note: Card name can be 31 ASCII characters maximum.

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• Reset Current Preset resets all parameters (including preset custom

• Reset Current Preset

• Preset Name

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

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

With one of 16 presets selected, provides for entry of custom name for the preset (as shown in example below).

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

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

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

added automatically.

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

• Download Presets

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

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

Download (save) card presets to a network computer by clicking

Download Presets – Save

at the bottom of the Presets page.

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

Documents\Cobalt Presets).

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

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

cards. In this manner, presets built up

Upload (open) card presets from a network

computer by clicking Upload at the bottom of DashBoard.

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

My Documents\Cobalt Presets).

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

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

Note: • Preset transfer between card download and file

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

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

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Dolby® Digital (Option +ENCD Only) Functions Submenu List

Table 3-3 Dolby® Digital Encoder (Option +ENCD only) Function Submenu List

Provides Dolby

metadata source selection/failover controls, AC-3 data handling controls, and metadata/ encoding status displays.

Dolby Digital Encoder

Note: After familiarizing yourself with the controls described in the Dolby® functions sections that follow, see “Dolby® Digital™

(AC-3) Setup and Routing Example” (p. 3-61) in “Example Setups Using The 9083 and DashBoard™” (p. 3-58) for a full example using these controls.

• Encoding Mode

• Encoding Status Display

Selects audio input fed to the encoder as shown to the left. Encode Input Audio selection routes program material audio as selected

using the Dolby Digital Channel Mapping tab (p. 3-49).

Displays encoding status as follows:

• Encoding Active: Indicates encoder is receiving valid metadata

(either from selected source or selected failover if desired source is not present), and encoded audio is being generated.

• Encoding Stoppe d:Indicates encoder is not receiving valid

metadata from selected source.

Note: • If external metadata is selected as source, intended

physical source (SMPTE 2020 de-mux from SDI or RS-485) must be appropriately selected. See Dolby External Metadata function for more information.

• Encoding can be set to failover to internal metadata if desired (as described later).

• Encoded AC-3 Stream Contr ols Basic controls for assigning bitstream numbers, format and rates as

• Encoded AC-3 Stream Number

•

• Encoded AC-3 Bitstream Format

described below. Note: These controls is not required to produce the encoded output.

These controls offer expanded functions, as desired, in conformance with

Digital (AC-3) encoding capabilities.

Dolby

Sets stream ID number (0 thru 6) to identify the current stream to subsequent downstream processes or devices.

Sets AC-3 bitstream as full 32-bit, or channel-divided 16-bit bitstream.

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• Encoded AC-3 Data Rate Where desired, allows selection of alternate AC-3 data rates. Lower

•

• AC-3 Metadata Source Selects metadata source as follows:

•

Where external metadata is used, the details of each resulting AC-3 program can be checked by viewing the External Metadata Program Status displays in the Dolby External Metadata tab.

After observing the program status/description, the desired external source can be selected using the AC-3 Metadata Source drop-down list described above (Program 1 as shown here and selected in the example above).

settings (where appropriate when used in conjunction with compressed audio formatting) allows for more packet free space. (Output and AES stream always runs at 3.072 Mbps.)

• From External Source: Allows encoding using selected metadata from external source and selects the desired AC-3 program (1 thru 8).

Note:If external metadata is selected as source, intended physical

source (SMPTE 2020 de-mux from SDI or RS-485) must be appropriately selected. See Dolby External Metadata function for more information.

Encoding can be set to failover to internal metadata if desired (as described later).

• From Internal Metadata Controls: Allows encoding using internal metadata generator.

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• On Loss of External Metadata Selects the action to take in the event of loss of external metadata as

• Metadata Status Display Displays the metadata source currently being used as follows:

shown to the left.

• Internal Met a da ta is being used: Indicates internal metadata usage (either by manual selection or failover).

• External Metadata is being used: Indicates external metadata usage; external metadata selected and available.

• Last Received External Metadata is being used: When enabled (as described above), indicates last received external metadata is being used as a failover in lieu of valid current external metadata.

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Provides selection of external metadata physical source and control, and provides status and audio

Dolby Digital External Metadata

programming detail displays for the external metadata.

• Ext ernal Metadata Sour ce Selects the physical source of external metadata to be used as shown to

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

• External Metadata Status Display Displays the current external metadata source status as follows:

the left. Note: • RS-485 metadata is available only on cards equipped with

appropriate Rear I/O Module having a DOLBY META IN port.

• No failover exists to switch between loss of RS-485 metadata and Input Video SMPTE 2020 VBI metadata. If selected metadata is lost, the function reverts to failovers described for the On Loss of External Metadata control described on the previous page.

removal from the SDI video output.

• W hen set to On, metadata is removed from the SDI output.

• W hen set to Off, metadata is allowed to pass on the SDI output.

Note: When encoding is active, it is recommended to set Metadata Removal to On. Because the valid metadata for the newly encoded audio is now carried in the encoded audio stream, removal of previous SMPTE 2020 VBI metadata is recommended.

• Valid: Indicates valid external metadata being received. If extended bitstream is present, this is also displayed.

• Not Present: Indicates external metadata is not available from selected physical source.

• External Metadata Program Configuration

Status Display

• Update Metadata Updates the external metadata status and program configuration display

Displays the program configuration of the currently received external metadata (5.1+2 in this example).

screen. The display always shows the last initiated metadata transaction; to refresh screen for any changes, click Update.

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

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• External Metadata Program Details Displays the status and programming details for each AC-3 program

Status and programming details are displayed for up to eight Dolby an AC-3 program. (AC-3 programs are selected for the encoder using the AC-3 Metadata Source drop-down list in the Audio Input Controls tab described on page 3-44.)

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

dictated by the received external metadata. Note: • This display is read-only. No changes can be made to the

settings. All displays are reports per the received metadata.

• Information provided here is intended as an overview of the screen. Displayed parameters are per ATSC A/52B definitions. Refer to ATSC A/52B for detailed descriptions and background.

AC-3 programs in each column corresponding to

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

•

For each AC-3 program as applicable, individual audio production

parametric settings and bitstream information is displayed in accordance

with the programming inherent in the received metadata.

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Provides the audio production/parametric controls and bitstream controls required for setting up and using

Dolby Digital Internal Metadata

• Internal Metadata Programming Controls Prov ides audio production and bitstream controls for internal metadata.

internal metadata generation.

Note: • Informat ion provided here is intended as an overview of the

screen. Displayed parameters are per ATSC A/52B definitions. Refer to ATSC A/52B for detailed descriptions and background.

• When internal metadata is used, settings performed here have a profound effect on program material technical and aesthetic aspects. Setup should only be performed by authorized personnel.

Note: (USA) ATSC A/85 and the CALM Act (H.R. 1084/S. 2847) requires that when real-time loudness processing is

applied using a fixed target loudness of -24 LKFS, downstream AC-3 encoding must correspondingly use a fixed dialnorm value of -24.

•

For an internally generated metadata, individual audio production parametric settings and bitstream information controls allow setup. Drop-down lists provide on/off settings or selection from a range of appropriate choices in general conformance with Dolby

Digital (AC-3) encoding and ATSC A/52B practices.

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Provides mapping selection and basic parametric

Dolby Digital Channel Mapping

control of the up to six audio channels that comprise the audio channels carried by the Dolby encoded pair.

Digital (AC-3)

Note: • Encoder input channels shown in DashBoard™ (destination channels Encoder Ch 1 thru Encoder Ch 6) correlate to

typical channel designations as shown below. Note that channel designations are a function of encoding. Based on encoding, actual channel designations may vary from the examples shown here.

LS/RS = Left Surround/Right Surround LFE = Low-Frequency Effects C = Center (or mono as applicable) S = Surround mono

— = Not available; do not use

• “L” modes (e.g., “3/0L”) are LFE-enabled modes (Internal Metadata controls or external metadata coding set to

produce an LFE channel).

Encoder Input Channel 1/0 2/0 3/0 2/1 3/1 2/2 3/2

Ch 1 — LLLLLL Ch 2 — RRRRRR Ch 3 C — C — C — C Ch 4 ——————— Ch 5 ———S S LS LS Ch 6 —————RS RS

Encoder Input Channel

Ch 1 LLLLL Ch 2 RRRRR Ch 3 C — C — C Ch 4 LFE LFE LFE LFE LFE Ch 5 — S S LS LS Ch 6 ———RS RS

• Audio Input Source Select

3/0L 2/1L 3/1L 2/2L 3/2L

Selects the input channel mapping. Drop-down lists for encoder inputs Destination Encoder Ch 1 thru Encoder Ch 6 can be independently sourced from embedded, discrete AES, analog, downmix, mono, or tone generator audio source as shown to the left.

•

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• Gain (dB) Control Adjusts relative gain (in dB) applied to the corresponding encoder input. (-80 to +40 dB range in 0.1 dB steps; unity = 0.0 dB)

• Muting Control Allows pushbutton On/Off muting of the corresponding encoder input

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

while saving all other settings.

phase) for the corresponding encoder input.

Routes encoded channel pair to SDI output and/or discrete

Encoded Pair Output Routing

AES outputs using the Embedded Audio Group and AES Audio Out Pair controls as described below.

• Encoded Pair Carried By Embedded

Channel Pair

Using the Source drop-down list in the Embedded Audio Group 1/2 or Embedded Audio Group 3/4 tab, select s the encoded pair using the

drop-down list as shown to the left. When either channel of a companion pair is sourced from the Dolby automatically similarly selected.

Note: Encoded channel pairs selected can only be applied to companion

intact pairs (e.g., signals can be applied to embedded pair 1/2, or embedded pair 3/4 and so on, but not split to route through fabricated unrelated pairs such as embedded ch 2/ch 3).

Note: Although the Gain, Muting, and Phase controls will appear to be

usable when an encoded pair is selected, the controls are disabled.

Encoder, the companion channel is

• Encoded Pair Carried By AES Output

Channel Pair

Dolby® E (Option +ENCE Only) Functions Submenu List

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Using the Source drop-down list in AES Audio Out Pairs 1-4 tab, selects the encoded pair using the drop-down list as shown to the left. When either channel of a companion pair is sourced from the Dolby the companion channel is automatically similarly selected.

Note: Encoded channel pairs selected can only be applied to companion

intact pairs (e.g., signals can be applied to AES pair 1/2, or AES pair 3/4 and so on, but not split to route through fabricated unrelated pairs such as AES Ch 2/Ch 3).

Note: Although the Gain, Muting, and Phase controls will appear to be

usable when an encoded pair is selected, the controls are disabled.

Note: The AES Audio Out Pairs 5-8 tab is not available or displayed in

DashBoard™for the 9083. Instead, the encoded pair (when active) is available as copies on AES Out pairs 5 thru 8 regardless of other output routing selections.

Encoder,

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Table 3-4 Dolby® E Encoder (Option +ENCE only) Function Submenu List

Provides Dolby® metadata source selection/failover controls, AC-3 data handling controls, and metadata/

Dolby E Encoder

Note: After familiarizing yourself with the controls described in the Dolby® functions sections that follow, see “Dolby® E Setup

and Routing Example” (p. 3-63) in “E xample Setups Using The 9083 and DashBoard™” (p. 3-58) for a full example using these controls.

• Encoding Mode Selects audio input fed to the encoder as shown to the left.

• Encoding Status Display Displays encoding status as follows:

encoding status displays.

Encode Input Audio selection routes program material audio as selected using the Dolby E Channel Mapping tab (p. 3-56).

• Encoding Active: Indicates encoder is receiving valid metadata (either from selected source or selected failover if desired source is not present), and encoded audio is being generated.

• Encoding Stoppe d:Indicates encoder is not receiving valid metadata from selected source.

• AC-3 Metadat a Sourc e Selects metadata source as follows:

• From External Source :Allows encoding using selected metadata from external source.

Note: If external metadata is selected as source, intended physical

source (SMPTE 2020 de-mux from SDI or RS-485) must be appropriately selected. See Dolby External Metadata function for more information. Encoding can be set to failover to internal metadata if desired (as described later).

• From Internal Metadata Controls: Allows encoding using internal metadata generator.

• On Loss of External Metadata Selects the action to take in the event of loss of external metadata as

• Metadata Status Display Displays the metadata source currently being used as follows:

shown to the left.

• Internal Met a da ta is being used: Indicates internal metadata usage (either by manual selection or failover).

• External Metadata is being used: Indicates external metadata usage; external metadata selected and available.

• Last Received External Metadata is being used: When enabled (as described above), indicates last received external metadata is being used as a failover in lieu of valid current external metadata.

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Provides selection of external metadata physical source and control, and provides status and audio

Dolby E External Metadata

Where external metadata is used, the details of each resulting AC-3 program can be checked by viewing the External Metadata Program Status displays in the Dolby External Metadata tab. Where external metadata does not specify all eight available AC-3 programs, the columns for the unspecified programs are collapsed (as shown here when Dolby

E2+2 is specified by the external metadata).

programming detail displays for the external metadata.

• Ext ernal Metadata Sour ce Selects the physical source of external metadata to be used as shown to

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

the left. Note: • RS-485 metadata is available only on cards equipped with

appropriate Rear I/O Module having a DOLBY META IN port.

removal from the SDI video output.

• W hen set to On, metadata is removed from the SDI output.

• W hen set to Off, metadata is allowed to pass on the SDI output.

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Cobalt Digital Inc 9083, 9083+ENCD, 9083+ENCE Product Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Overview

Chapter 1 Introduction

9083 Card Software Versions and this Manual

Cobalt Reference Guides

Manual Conventions

Safety Summary

9083 Functional Description

Technical Specifications

Warranty and Service Information

Contact Cobalt Digital Inc.

Overview

Chapter 2 Installation and Setup

Setting I/O Switches for AES I/O (1-4) Ports

Installing the 9083 Into a Frame Slot

Installing a Rear I/O Module

Setting Up 9083 Network Remote Control

Overview

Chapter 3 Operating Instructions

Control and Display Descriptions

Accessing the 9083 Card via Remote Control

Checking 9083 Card Information

Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges

9083 Function Submenu List and Descriptions

Audio Input Controls

Embedded Audio Group 1/2

Embedded Audio Group 3/4

Audio LKFS Monitor

AES Audio Out Pairs 1-4

Audio Mixing

Timecode

Tone Generator

Licensable Features

Presets

Dolby Digital Encoder

Dolby Digital External Metadata

Dolby Digital Internal Metadata

Dolby Digital Channel Mapping

Dolby E Encoder

Dolby E External Metadata