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Table of Contents
PREFACE.................................................................................................................................... V
Customer Support....................................................................................................................................... v
About this Manual .....................................................................................................................................vi
Reporting Comments or Suggestions Concerning this Manual............................................................... vi
Conventions and References.....................................................................................................................vi
Cautions and Warnings............................................................................................................................vi
EN60950................................................................................................................................................ viii
Low Voltage Directive (LVD) ..............................................................................................................viii
Contact the Comtech EF Data Customer Support Department for:
• Product support or training
• Reporting comments or suggestions concerning manuals
• Information on upgrading or returning a product
A Customer Support representative may be reached at:
Comtech EF Data
Attention: Customer Support Department
2114 West 7th Street
Tempe, Arizona 85281 USA
480.333.2200 (Main Comtech EF Data number)
480.333.4357 (Customer Support Desk)
To return a Comtech EF Data product (in-warranty and out-of-warranty) for repair or replaceme nt:
For Online Customer Support:
An RMA number request can be requested electronically by contacting the Customer Support
Department through the online support page at
For information regarding this product’s warranty policy, refer to the Warranty Policy, p. ix.
480.333.2161 FAX
• Contact the Comtech EF Data Customer Support Department. Be prepared to supply the
Customer Support representative with the model number, serial number, and a description
of the problem.
• Request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from the Comtech EF Data
Customer Support representative.
• Pack the product in its original shipping carton/packaging to ensure that the product is not
damaged during shipping.
• Ship the product back to Comtech EF Data. (Shipping charges should be prepaid.)
• Click on “Return Material Authorization” for detailed instructions on our return
procedures.
• Click on the “RMA Request Form” hyperlink, then fill out the form completely before
sending.
• Send e-mail to the Customer Support Department at service@comtechefdata.com.
Preface
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About this Manual
This manual provides installation and operation information, functional capabilities,
and performance specifications for the Comtech EF Data (CEFD) CMR-5940 Digicast
Media Router PID Filter RS-422. This publication additionally provides information on
how to connect the CMR-5940 to other data transport equipment.
This is a technical document intended for earth station engineers, technicians, and
operators responsible for the operation and maintenance of this product.
Reporting Comments or Suggestions Concerning this Manual
Comments and suggestions regarding the content and design of this manual are
appreciated. To submit comments, send e-mail to the Comtech EF Data Technical
Publications Department at
techpub@comtechefdata.com.
Conventions and References
Cautions and Warnings
IMPORTANT or NOTE indicates a statement that is associated with the task
being performed or information critical for proper equipment function.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury. CAUTION may also be used to indicate other
unsafe practices or risks of property damage.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
IMPORTANT
\
Examples of
Multi-Hazard Formats
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Metric Conversion
Metric conversion information is located on the inside back cover of this manual. This
information is provided to assist the operator in cross-referencing non-Metric to Metric
conversions.
Recommended Standard Designations
Recommended Standard (RS) Designations are interchangeable with the designation of
the Electronic Industries Association (EIA).
Trademarks
Windows is a trademark of the Microsoft Corporation.
Other product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged. Comtech EF
Data neither endorses nor otherwise sponsors any such production or services referred
herein.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference that
requires the user to take adequate protection measures.
Emissions Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commision (FCC) rules, and
EN55022 Class B requirements (pending).
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
EN61000 Compliance
This equipment meets the EMC/immunity characteristics for the limits and methods of
measurement for information technology equipment as per EN61000-4-2, EN61000-4-3,
EN61000-4-4, EN61000-4-5 and EN61000-4-11 (pending).
This equipment meets the EMC/immunity characteristics for the limits and methods of
measurement of mains harmonics & flicker for information technology equipment as per
EN61000-3-2 and EN61000-3-3 (pending).
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Safety Compliance
EN60950
Applicable testing is routinely performed as a condition of manufacturing on all units to
ensure compliance with safety requirements of EN60950. This equipment meets the
Safety of Information Technology Equipment specification as defined in EN60950.
Low Voltage Directive (LVD)
The following information is applicable for the European Low Voltage Directive
(EN60950):
<HAR> Type of power cord required for use in the European Community.
!
International Symbols:
Symbol Definition Symbol Definition
~
NOTE
CAUTION: Double-pole/Neutral Fusing
ACHTUNG: Zweipolige bzw. Neutralleiter-Sicherung
Alternating Current
For additional symbols, refer to Cautions and Warnings listed
earlier in this Preface.
Fuse
Protective Earth /
Safety Ground
Chassis Ground
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Warrant y Policy
Comtech EF Data products are warranted against defects in material and
workmanship for a period of two years from the date of shipment. During the
warranty period, Comtech EF Data will, at its option, repair or replace products
that prove to be defective.
For equipment under warranty, the owner is responsible for freight to Comtech EF
Data and all related customs, taxes, tariffs, insurance, etc. Comtech EF Data is
responsible for the freight charges only for return of the equipment from the factory
to the owner. Comtech EF Data will return the equipment by the same method (i.e.,
Air, Express, Surface) as the equipment was sent to Comtech EF Data.
All equipment returned for warranty repair must have a valid RMA number issued
prior to return and be marked clearly on the return packaging. Comtech EF Data
strongly recommends all equipment be returned in its original packaging.
Comtech EF Data Corporation’s obligations under this warranty are limited to
repair or replacement of failed parts, and the return shipment to the buyer of the
repaired or replaced parts.
Limitations of Warranty
The warranty does not apply to any part of a product that has been installed,
altered, repaired, or misused in any way that, in the opinion of Comtech EF Data
Corporation, would affect the reliability or detracts from the performance of any
part of the product, or is damaged as the result of use in a way or with equipment
that had not been previously approved by Comtech EF Data Corporation.
The warranty does not apply to any produ ct or parts thereof where the serial number
or the serial number of any of its parts has been altered, defaced, or removed.
The warranty does not cover damage or loss incurred in transportation of the product.
The warranty does not cover replacement or repair necessitated by loss or damage
from any cause beyond the control of Comtech EF Data Corporation, such as
lightning or other natural and weather related events or wartime environments.
The warranty does not cover any labor involved in the removal and or
reinstallation of warranted equipment or parts on site, or any labor required to
diagnose the necessity for repair or replacement.
The warranty excludes any responsibility by Comtech EF Data Corporation for
incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of the equipment or
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products, or for any inability to use them either separate from or in combination
with any other equipment or products.
A fixed charge established for each product will be imposed for all equipment
returned for warranty repair where Comtech EF Data Corporation cannot identify
the cause of the reported failure.
Exclusive Remedies
Comtech EF Data Corporation’s warranty, as stated is in lieu of all other
warranties, expressed, implied, or statutory, including those of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose. The buyer shall pass on to any purchaser,
lessee, or other user of Comtech EF Data Corporation’s products, the
aforementioned warranty, and shall indemnify and hold harmless Comtech EF
Data Corporation from any claims or liability of such purchaser, lessee, or user
based upon allegations that the buyer, its agents, or employees have made
additional warranties or representations as to product preference or use.
The remedies provided herein are the buyer’s sole and exclusive remedies.
Comtech EF Data shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages, whether based on contract, tort, or any other legal theory.
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Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION
Figure 1-1. CMR-5940 Digicast PID Filter RS-422 – Front Panel
1.1 Introduction
The Comtech EF Data (CEFD) CMR-5940 Digicast PID Filter RS-422 – referred to
throughout this manual as the CMR-5940 – receives an MPEG-2 Asynchronous Serial
Interface (ASI) input and outputs an MPEG-2 RS-422 stream that has been filtered,
Program Clock Reference (PCR) restamped, and the egress rate is adjusted to the user’s
desired configured rate.
The CMR-5940 provides unparalleled price vers us perf ormance, a nd is c urrentl y the m ost
economical ASI-to-RS-422 conditioning device available.
1.2 Standard Features
Based on an embedded architecture utilizing a Freescale MPC859 CPU and eCOS
Operating System, the CMR-5940 provides the following features:
• High Reliability
• ASI Input and RS-422 Output rates as high as 8.192 Mbps
• Support for all valid PIDs in 8192 range
• 128 PIDs
• MPEG-2 188/204-byte operation
• Configurable Telnet and HTTP ports for security
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• Color LEDs for status monitoring and rapid fault isolation
• Management (monitor, control and configuration):
o Web Interface
o Terminal Interface
o TFTP for remote field software/firmware upgrade
o Telnet
o SNMP V2 (Private and MIB II) Support (Future)
1.3 Performance
The CMR-5940 features the following performance characteristics:
Item Value
Maximum Ingress Rate Setting (ASI) 213 Mbps
Maximum Egress Rate Setting (RS-422) 8.192 Mbps
Frame Modes 188 or 204 Byte Mode
PCR Restamping
Latency Less than 10 ms
Yes
(Less than 100nS maximum additional jitter)
1.3.1 ASI-to-RS-422 Support
The CMR-5940 provides state-of-the-art ASI-to-RS-422 conditioning and filtering based
on the ISO/IEC 13818-1 and DVB MPE Specification for Data Broadcasting (EN 301
192).
The CMR-5940 provides the following configuration features:
• ASI Input:
o Automatic 188/204-byte mode format detection
o Input rates up to 213 Mbps supported
• RS-422 Output:
o Configurable 188/204-byte mode egress format
o External Clocking – clock is provided by the attached
o Internal Clocking with output rates up to 8.192 Mbps
1.4 Configuration
The CMR-5940 receives an MPEG-2 Asynchronous Serial Interface (ASI) input and
outputs an MPEG-2 RS-422 stream that has been filtered, Program Clock Reference
(PCR) restamped, and the egress rate is adjusted to the user’s desired configured rate.
A typical CMR-5940 application is shown in
equipment
supported – clock is provided by the CMR-5940
Figure 1-2.
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Asynchronous Serial Interface
Address Resolution Protocol
Comtech EF Data
Common Scrambling Algorithm
Digital Video Broadcasting
Digital Video Broadcasting – Satellite
Digital Video Broadcasting – Satellite (Second Generation)
European Broadcasting Union
Entitlement Control Message Generator
Entitlement Management Message Generator
European Telecommunications Standard
File Transfer Protocol
HyperText Markup Language
HyperText Transport Protocol
Internet Assigned Number Authority
Internet Gateway Messaging Protocol
Internet Protocol
Integrated Receiver Decoder
Local Area Network
Media Access Control
Mega bits per second
Management Information Base
Multi-Protocol Encapsulation
Moving Pictures Expert Group
Transport Stream Demultiplexer
User Datagram Protocol
Virtual Local Area Network
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Chapter 2. INSTALLATION &
INITIAL CONFIGURATION
2.1 Major Assembly
The CMR-5940 is available in a standalone configuration. Table 2-1 lists the components
provided with a standard configuration. In the event any listed item is missing, please
contact Comtech EF Data Customer Support:
1 CMR-5940 Digicast PID Filter RS-422
1 SPU24-102 Power Supply
1 IEC Power Cable
1 CA-TERMINAL Terminal Cable
1 CD (includes this manu al and Quick Start reference)
1 Quick Start sheet
2.2 Unpacking
The shipping container and packing materials should be retained for possible reshipment.
Perform a receiving inspection as follows:
• Inspect the shipping container for damage. If there is damage to the shipping
• Check to determine that all parts, materials and documentation have been
• Inspect the CMR-5940 for possible physical damage.
• Test the CMR-5940 for proper operation.
container,
shipped with the CMR-5940.
notify the carrier.
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• Contact Comtech EF Data Customer Support if the shipment is:
! Incomplete
! Physically damaged
! Inoperable
2.3 Installation
The CMR-5940 is designed for ease of installation and configuration. Once the unit
has been removed from the packing container, follow these instructions:
Step Procedure
1 Place the CMR-5940 on a flat surface with free-air flow where the LEDs can be
clearly observed with unrestricted access to the rear panel of the unit.
2 Connect the DC power connection to the connection labeled PWR on the back
of the unit and tighten the restraining nut to ensure secure operation.
3 Connect an RJ-45 Ethernet cable (patch cord) to the port labeled ETHERNET.
This cable should be connected to an Ethernet concentrator (hub) or switch.
4 Connect a terminal cable (supplied) to the port labeled TERM. This cable should
be connected to a PC’s serial port (DB-9) to initially configure the CMR-5940.
5 Connect the AC power cord between a standard wall outlet and the power
supply. The blue LED will illuminate.
6
IMPORTANT
7 Upon startup, the LEDs on the CMR-5940 front panel become operational as
follows:
LED
Blue
Red
Green
Green
Amber
Green
Green
Green
It is recommend that the ASI and RS-422 cables NOT be connected
until the unit has been completely configured.
Function
Label
PWR
ALARM
SYNC
RED
E-COL
E-RX
E-TX
E-LINK
Description
LED illuminates if power is properly applied
LED may illuminate since the unit is not yet
configured
LED illuminates if the ASI in SYNC is detected
LED will not illuminate – reserved for future
redundancy functionality
LED flashes if there are collisions on the
Ethernet switch
LED flashes if there is activity on the switch
LED flashes if the unit is transmitting data to
the Ethernet
LED illuminates if the Ethernet connection to
the Hub/Switch is operational
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2.4 Initial Configuration
The initial configuration involves setting up the IP parameters via the terminal cable.
Once the IP parameters have been configured, the terminal cable can be removed. The
terminal cable should be stored in a known location, since it may be needed in the future.
Step Procedure
1 Using a terminal emulator on a PC such as HyperTerminal™ or
TeraTerm™, set up the communication port as follows:
• 38,400 BAUD
• 8 Data Bits
• 1 Stop Bit
• No Parity
• No Flow Control
2 Press the <ENTER> key on the PC – the CMR-5940 Main Menu should
be displayed.
3 Press “N” for Network Configuration Menu.
4 Press “I” for the IP Address. Enter the IP Address and select <ENTER>.
5 Press “M” for the Subnet Mask. Enter the Subnet Mask and press
<ENTER>.
6 Press “G” for the Default Gateway IP Address. Enter the Default
Gateway Address and press <ENTER>.
7 Press “S” to save the parameters.
8 Press “Y” to confirm the saving of parameters.
9 Press “X” to exit to the Main Menu.
To configure the IP parameters:
10 Press “E” to enter the Egress Configuration Menu.
11 Press “F” to set the Framing Mode to 188 or 204.
12 Press “E” to set the Clock Mode to Internal or External.
13 If the Clock Mode has been set to Internal, press “R” and enter the clock
rate up to a maximum of 8.192 Mbps.
14 Press “S” to save the parameters.
15 Press “Y” to confirm the saving of parameters.
16 Press “X” to exit to the Main Menu.
17 Press “D” to enter the ASI Configuration Menu.
18 Press “F” to configure the PIDs on the ASI Service Filter Configuration
Menu. Select a number to enter a valid PID.
19 Press “S” to save the parameters.
20 Press “Y” to confirm the saving of parameters.
21 Press “X” to exit the menu.
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At this point, the unit has been configured for full operation on ASI-RX (input) to
RS-422 (output) and the terminal cable may be removed. The ASI input and RS-422
output cables may now be safely attached to their respective ports.
For continued operation, the unit may be managed via the Terminal Interface; however, it
is recommended to use the Web Interface for ease of management.
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Chapter 3. INTERFACE PINOUTS
3.1 Pinout Overview
The rear panel interface (Figure 3-1) provides all necessary external connections between
the CMR-5940 and other equipment.
Management of the CMR-5940 is simple and intuitive. There are a variety of ways to
configure and manage the CMR-5940:
• Web Interface via a LAN-based desktop Web browser
• Terminal Interface via direct connection to a PC’s asynchronous serial port
• Telnet Interface via a LAN
• TFTP for remote terminal upgrades
• SNMP Private MIB and MIB II (Future)
4.2 Web Interface
The Web Interface, operating under standard HyperText Transport Protocol (HTTP), is
used to communicate with and command the CMR-5940 via a HyperText Markup
Language-based Graphical User Interface (GUI). To utilize the Web Interface, a LAN
connection must exist between the PC with a browser and the CMR-5940.
Once a valid IP Address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway have been entered into the
CMR-5940, activate a Web browser on the desktop, then enter the IP address for the
CMR-5940 into the URL field as shown in the
has been modified from the standard 80 via the Terminal Interface, then the port number
must be appended with a colon to the IP address.
Figure 4-1. Connecting to the CMR-5940
A successful connection between the PC and the CMR-5940 will result in the display of
the “splash page” shown in the
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Figure 4-1 example. If the port number
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Figure 4-2. Home (“Splash”) page
4.2.1 Administrative Configuration
Figure 4-3. Administrative Configuration page
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Beginning with the Administrative Configuration Menu page (Figure 4-3),
es containing configurable parameters feature a login dialog bo
IMPORTANT
all pa
at the bottom of the page. Changes to the CMR-5940 configuration wil
not be accepted without a valid user name and password.
The CMR-5940 Administrative Configuration page contains the following configurable
parameters:
User Name
The CMR-5940’s User Name is user configurable and is used for connecting to
the unit via IP management services.
The default user name is
comtech.
Password
The CMR-5940’s Password is user configurable and is used for authenticating a
user when connecting via IP management services.
The default password is
entered carefully.
When the password is changed, the user will be prompted to enter the password
twice to verify it is correct.
System Contact
Contact information of the system administrator for support.
System Location
The physical location where the unit has been installed.
SNMP server IP Address
Defines the SNMP server that can connect to the unit.
Enable Telnet
Enables Telnet application on the CMR-5940.
Login Required
A user name and password are required to make any changes to the CMR-5940
configuration.
Update Firmware
Allows software/firmware changes to be made. User name and password is
required for security.
comtech. The password is case sensitive and must be
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4.2.2 Syslog Configuration
Figure 4-4. Syslog Configuration page
Syslog is a common feature of the Linux operating system. Syslog allows the events that
occur on the CMR-5940 to be sent to a server where they can be logged. The events are
delivered to a configured server over Ethernet IP.
Enable
Enables or disables the Syslog feature.
IP Address
The IP address of the Syslog server.
Port
The port of the Syslog server. The default port number is
514.
Login Required
A user name and password are required to make any changes to the CMR-5940
configuration.
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4.2.3 Network Configuration
Figure 4-5. Network Configuration page
The Network Configuration page has the following configurable parameters:
IP Address
The IP Address assigned to the CMR-5940’s LAN interface. The IP Address is
entered in dotted decimal format.
Subnet Mask
The Subnet Mask assigned to the CMR-5940’s LAN interface. The Subnet Mask
is entered in dotted decimal format and is typically 255.0.0.0 for an A-Class
mask , 255.255.0.0 for a B-Class mask, or 255.255.255.0 for a C-Class mask.
Default Gateway
The Default Gateway assigned to the CMR-5940’s LAN interface. The Default
Gateway is entered in dotted decimal format and must be within the subnet of the
IP Address assigned to the LAN interface. The Default Gateway is the address of
a local router to which all non-local subnet traffic will be directed.
Link configuration
Allows the user to configure the Ethernet port configuration. The valid options
are:
• Auto - the unit will auto negotiate the best Ethernet rate and duplicity.
• 10BaseT Half Duplex (HDX) - fixes the Ethernet configuration to
10BaseT Half Duplex.
• 10BaseT Full Duplex (FDX) - fixes the Ethernet configuration to
10BaseT Full Duplex.
• 100BaseT Half Duplex (HDX) - fixes the Ethernet configuration to
100BaseT Half Duplex.
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• 100BaseT Full Duplex (FDX) - fixes the Ethernet configuration to
100BaseT Full Duplex
Login Required
A user name and password are required to make any changes to the CMR-5940
configuration.
4.2.4 Egress Configuration
Figure 4-6. Egress Configuration page
The Egress Configuration page addresses the CMR-5940’s configuration for the RS-422
egress interface, and has following configurable parameters:
Framing Mode
Selects whether the RS-422 operates with either 188-byte or 204-byte packets.
Clock Select
Selects clock as
Internal (generated by the CMR-5940) or External (generated
by the connected device).
Clock Rate
Sets the bit rate of the RS-422 Output interface in Mbps.
Login Required
A user name and password are required to make any changes to the CMR-5940
configuration.
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4.2.5 IGMP Configuration
Figure 4-7. IGMP Configuration page
Enable
Select the Boolean if IGMP version 3 (IGMPv3) is to be supported. If the
Boolean is not selected, all received Multicast IP is forwarded to the Ethernet,
but if support is enabled, no Multicast IP will be forwarded to the Ethernet, until
a subscriber has joined the Multicast group.
Query period
How often a solicitation is made for Multicast subscribers.
Maximum tries
The maximum number of attempts the CMR-5940 will make for soliciting for
Multicast subscribers before the Multicast stream is pruned off.
Response timeout
The maximum amount of time the CMR-5940 will wait for a Multicast
Subscriber before the Multicast stream is pruned off.
Login Required
A user name and password are required to make any changes to the CMR-5940
configuration.
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4.2.6 Unicast Routing Configuration
Figure 4-8. Unicast Routing Configuration page
The Unicast Routing Configuration page addresses the CMR-5940’s configuration for
handling Unicast traffic over the transport stream. This feature is only used in the
MPE/IP configuration.
Allow Unicast
Selects whether the CMR-5940 will support the routing of Unicast traffic.
Route unknown to default gateway
If an Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) cannot be achieved, then incoming
Unicast is directed to the configured default gateway.
Filter on TSD MAC (MPE/IP)
Allows the CMR-5940 to route only Unicast that is specifically destined to this
unit. The MAC address in the MPE header must exactly match the configured
TSD MAC field.
TSD MAC (MPE/IP
The hardware Media Access Control (MAC) address assigned for Unicast
operation.
Login Required
A user name and password are required to make any changes to the CMR-5940
configuration.
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4.2.7 ASI MPE/IP Configuration
Figure 4-9. ASI MPE/IP Configuration page
The CMR-5940 can be configured to support three modes of operation – MPE/IP, Service
Filter, and MPEGTS. All three modes can operate simultaneously.
Name
The name assigned to the route.
PID
The MPEG-2 PID in Hexadecimal that should be filtered and MPE extracted
from the incoming ASI stream and delivered to the Ethernet as IP. MPE mode
supports both Unicast and Multicast operation.
Mode
• MPE/IP – MPE coming in over the ASI input is decapsulated and delivered
to the Ethernet as IP.
• Service Filter – Incoming Program Streams over the ASI input can be filtered
into individual MPEG-2 elements (PIDs) and delivered to the egress RS-422
port or to the Ethernet as MPEG-2 Transport Stream over IP.
• MPEGTS – the incoming MPEG-2 Transport Stream is routed to the Ethernet
port where it is encapsulated into IP.
IP (DVB-TS)
The IP Address assigned to the Transport Stream over IP.
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Port (DVB-TS)
The Port Number assigned to the Transport Stream over IP.
VLAN
• None – No support for VLAN.
• ID – User enters a valid VLAN ID.
• All – All VLANs will be output to Ethernet.
VLAN ID
If “ID” is selected on VLAN, then the user enters an ID.
Login Required
A user name and password are required to make any changes to the CMR-5940
configuration.
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4.2.8 ASI MPEG TS Route Configuration
Figure 4-10. ASI MPEG TS Route Configuration page
The ASI MPEG TS Route Configuration page features a pop-up window that notifies the
user of available configurable programs/services.
Enable
Enables or disables the route.
Name
The name of the incoming program that is extracted from the Program Service
Information.
Program Number
The program number to be routed to the Ethernet as Transport Stream over IP.
Destination IP
The IP address to be used when routing the Transport Stream over Ethernet IP.
Destination Port
The Port Number to be used when routing the Transport Stream over Ethernet IP.
PMT PID
The PID assigned to the PMT.
Login Required
A user name and password are required to make any changes to the CMR-5940
configuration.
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4.2.9 Service Filter Route Configuration
Figure 4-11. Service Filter Route Configuration page
Enable
Enables or disables the program.
Name
The name of the incoming program that is extracted from the Program Service
Information.
PID (In/Out)
The PID number for the element and the configured egress PID number. The
incoming and outgoing PIDs may be different.
Program (In/Out)
The program number for the program and the configured egress program number.
The incoming and outgoing programs may be different.
PMT PID (In/Out)
The hexadecimal value of the PMT PID to the PID Filter. The incoming and
outgoing PMT PIDs may be different.
Login Required
A user name and password are required to make any changes to the CMR-5940
configuration.
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4.2.10 Statistics
a) Statistics page view with ASI MPE/IP Route Statistics selected
b) Statistics page view with ASI MPEG TS Route Statistics selected
Figure 4-12. Statistics page
Statistical reports are available from the CMR-5940 using this page. A pull-down must be
used to select which view of statistics is desired:
MPE/IP, MPEG TS, or Service Filter.
When selected, the statistics displayed on screen are automatically refreshed so the user
does not have to constantly refresh the screen.
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4.3 Terminal Interface
The Terminal Interface provides the user with a textual configuration dialog for
configuring the CMR-5940. This method of configuration should be used for initial
configuration of the unit; i.e., configuring the network parameters for the unit but not for
normal operation. The Web (HTTP) Interface is recommended for operational
management.
The Terminal Interface allows the entire unit to be configured and managed, but this
interface can only be used while a serial connection is present between the CMR-5940
and a PC.
The screens shown in this section are displayed via a Terminal connection. The same
menu information is displayed via the Telnet or serial interface with some specific
features only available via this access method – these ‘serial interface only’ features are
noted in this section. Detailed information is provided about the menu features in
Chapter 4.2 Web Interface.
Figure 4-13 shows the hierarchal structure of the Terminal Interface-based menus, and
the sections in this chapter which provide figures of these submenu pages.
Main Menu
(4.3.1)
Administration
Menu (4.3.2)
ASI Configuration
Menu (4.3.3)
IGMP Menu
(4.3.4)
Egress Menu
(4.3.5)
Stats Menu
(4.3.6)
Network Menu
(4.3.7)
Unicast Routing Menu
(4.3.8)
ASI MPE/IP
(4.3.3.1)
ASI Service Filter
Menu (4.3.3.2)
ASI MPEG TS
(4.3.3.3)
See Figure 4-24
for hierarchy
Figure 4-13. Menu Hierarchy (via Terminal Interface)
Once the terminal interface is connected, as described in Chapter 2.4 Initi al C onfigurat ion,
press the
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<ENTER> key . The user should observe the the Main menu as shown in Figure
.
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4.3.1 Main Menu
Figure 4-14. Main Menu
4.3.2 Administration Menu
Figure 4-15. Administration Menu
4.3.2.1 Port Number Configuration
In addition to the features illustrated, one additional feature is available, for security
reasons, via the serial interface only. Modifying the port numbers prevents attacks on “well
known” ports by devices known as port scanners. This feature is configuration of the TCP
Port number for Telnet and HTTP protocols. Option
standard port numbers for Telnet (23) and HTTP (80) to prevent unauthorized access to the
device. Care should be taken not to use a reserved standard port number.
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4.3.3 ASI Configuration Menu
Figure 4-16. ASI Configuration Menu
4.3.3.1 ASI MPE/IP Configuration Menu
Figure 4-17. ASI MPE/IP Configuration Menu
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4.3.3.2 ASI Service Filter Configuration Menu
Figure 4-18. ASI Service Filter Configuration Menu
4.3.3.3 ASI MPEG TS Configuration Menu
Figure 4-19. ASI MPEG TS Configuration Menu
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4.3.4 IGMP Configuration Menu
Figure 4-20. IGMP Configuration Menu
4.3.5 Egress Configuration Menu
Figure 4-21. Egress Configuration Menu
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4.3.6 Stats menu
Figure 4-22 shows the Terminal Interface-based Stats menu, w hile Figu re 4-23 illustra tes
the Stats menu hierarchy and its corresponding subsections in this chapter.
Figure 4-22. Stats Menu
Ethernet Stats
Stats Menu
(4.3.6)
(4.3.6.1)
SI Stats
(4.3.6.2)
Detailed MPE/IP
Stats (4.3.6.2.1.1)
Detailed MPE/IP
Advanced Stats
(4.3.6.2.1.2)
Detailed MPEG TS
Stats (4.3.6.2.2.1)
Detailed MPEG TS
Advanced Stats
(4.3.6.2.2.2)
SI MPE/IP
Stats (4.3.6.2.1)
SI MPEG TS
Stats (4.3.6.2.2)
SI Service
Filter Stats
(4.3.6.2.3)
Figure 4-23. Stats Menu Hierarchy (via Terminal Interface)
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4.3.6.1 Ethernet Stats Menus
Figure 4-24. Ethernet Stats Menu
4.3.6.2 ASI Stats menu
Figure 4-25. ASI Stats Menu
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4.3.6.2.1 ASI MPE/IP Stats Menu
Figure 4-26. ASI MPE/IP Stats Menu
4.3.6.2.1.1 Detailed ASI MPE/IP Stats Menu
Figure 4-27. Detailed ASI MPE/IP Stats Menu
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4.3.6.2.1.2 Detailed MPE/IP Advanced Stats Menu
Figure 4-28. Detailed MPE/IP Advanced Stats Menu
4.3.6.2.2 ASI MPEG TS St ats Menu
Figure 4-29. ASI MPEG TS Stats Menu
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4.3.6.2.2.1 Detailed ASI MPEG TS Stats Menu
Figure 4-30. Detailed ASI MPEG TS Stats Menu
4.3.6.2.2.2 Detailed ASI MPEG TS Advanced Stats Menu
Figure 4-31. Detailed ASI MPEG TS Stats Menu
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4.3.6.2.3 ASI Service Filter St ats Menu
Figure 4-32. ASI Service Filter Stats Menu
4.3.7 Network Configuration Menu
Figure 4-33. Network Configuration Menu
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4.3.8 Unicast Routing Configuration Menu
Figure 4-34. Unicast Routing Configuration Menu
4.4 Telnet Interface
Telnet provides a textual interface over a LAN. Most PCs have the capability to use
Telnet. To use Telnet on a Microsoft Windows
The Run dialog box is shown in
Figure 4-35. In the Open: text window, enter “telnet
®
product, click , then .
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx,” where xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx is the IP address of the CMR-5940. If the port
number has been modified from the
standard 23 via the Terminal Interface, then the port
number must be appended with a colon to the IP address.
Figure 4-35. Starting Telnet Session
The user will be prompted to enter the user name and password to gain access to the
Telnet interface.
NOTE
The default username is comtech and the default password is
comtech, both of which are case sensitive.
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Once the menu is started, press <ENTER> and the CMR-5940 Main Menu will display as
shown in
Figure 4-36.
Figure 4-36. Main Menu via Telnet
The user may navigate the menus in the same manner as the Terminal Interface. With
specific exceptions as noted in the Terminal Interface section, the menus available via
Telnet and Serial interfaces are identical.
4.5 Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP)
The CMR-5940 supports changes to the resident software and firmware by means of the
Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP). This enables changes to be made remotely via the
LAN interface. It is recommended to use Solarwinds TFTP server application (available
at
To modify the software and/or firmware, use the following procedures:
Configure the server as follows:
a)
File ! Configuration ! Select the ‘TFTP Root Directory’. Set up the location
of the CMR-5940 files.
b)
File ! Configuration ! Select the ‘Security’ tab and make sure ‘Transmit and
Receive
c) Save configuration.
The server is now configured for the file transfer process.
IMPORTAN
’ are selected.
Because the CMR-5940 stops processing data traffic during the
download process, it is recommended that this upgrade procedure
be performed during scheduled network down time.
Do NOT remove power from the unit during the download process.
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To modify code via Telnet:
Step Procedure
1 Start up Solarwinds TFTP server – Ensure configuration as described
previously
2 Ensure that the code provided by CEFD is located in the TFTP Root
directory
3 Start up Telnet client and initiate a session with the CMR-5940 as
described in the Telnet Interface section
4 Select ‘A’ for Administration
5 Select ‘D’ for Download
6 Enter ‘1’ for Application code or ‘2’ for FPGA code (the user will be
directed to select Application or FPGA code in the download
instructions provided by CEFD when new code is provided)
7 Enter the IP address of the TFTP server and wait for the message
“Upgrade complete. Press any key to continue”
This code modification process can also be conducted via the Web Interface, under the
Administration page, or the Terminal Interface under the Main Menu.
IMPORTAN
Under heavy traffic conditions, the TFTP transfer may take several
minutes. The transfer process reported by Solarwinds may show greater
than 100% transferred, but this is a normal condition. Be patient and
allow the transfer to take place.
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) has not been enabled on this product and
is planned as a future release. However, when enabled, SNMP allows an SNMP Manager
such as OpenView or Castle Rock to be used to remotely manage the CMR-5940 in an
automated fashion.
The CMR-5940 supports SNMP versions 1 and 2 (SNMPv1 and SNMPv2). Two types of
Management Information Bases (MIBs) are supported: MIB II and private MIB.
MIB II is the default MIB that is used to gather generic information about the unit, such
as system ‘up’ time, packets sent or received on an interface, etc. MIB II is designed for
only read access, not write access. To read and write configuration parameters over
SNMP requires a private MIB. The CMR-5940’s private MIB allows parameters that
can be set on the Web, Terminal, or Telnet interfaces.
The elements Object Identifiers (OIDs) of the MIB will be listed in the appendix of a
future revision of this manual. CEFD has been assigned an SNMP designator by the
IEEE, which will be found in all elements of the CMR-5940’s MIB.
NOTE
The assigned designator for CEFD (enterprise OID) is 1.3.6.4.1.18723.
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The CMR-5940 supports configurable community strings for added security. As a
security precaution, passwords cannot be remotely queried over SNMP.
For SNMP access from a remote network via the public Internet, a VPN connection to the
CMR-5940 will need to be established using third-party VPN client/server access.
The default community string for the public elements is
community string is
private.
Notes:
public and the private
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A.1 Introduction
The CMR-5940 is enabled to receive an upgrade via Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP)
transmission. It is recommended to use the Solarwinds TFTP server application (available
at
http://support.solarwinds.net/updates/SelectProgramFree.cfm) for upgrading the product.
Once the TFTP server is enabled and the new file (
copied to the TFTP server, the following procedures may be used to upgrade the unit.
NOTE
Appendix A. SOFTWARE
UPGRADE
The user will be instructed whether to select Application or FPGA
code in the download instructions provided by CEFD when new code is
provided.
Application or FPGA) has been
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A.2 Web Interface
Access the Administrative Configuration page (Figure A-1):
a) In the
b) Select
c) In the second
d) When the unit upgrade is complete, reset the unit by entering a valid
Update Firmware section, enter the Unit TFTP Server IP Address.
Application or FPGA for the Image Type to be upgraded.
Login Required section, enter a valid username and password,
then select
IMPORTANT
username and password in the first
Reset Unit.
Update. The software update will begin to download.
Do NOT power the unit down during the upgrade process.
Login Required section and selecting
Figure A-1. TFTP Download (via Web Interface)
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A.3 Terminal or Telnet Interface
Access the Administration Menu (Figure A-2):
a) Select
b) At the “Image type” prompt, enter
c) Enter the TFTP IP server address. Once the TFTP IP server address is
Do NOT power the unit down during the upgrade process.
d) When the update is complete, the message “Press any key to continue”
e) When the unit has been upgraded, reset the unit by selecting (R) for Reset
(D) for Download Image.
1 for Application or 2 for FPGA (Figure
).
A-3
entered, the software update will begin to download.
IMPORTANT
will be displayed (
and ‘
Figure A-4).
Y’ to confirm the reset.
Figure A-2. Administration Menu (Terminal Interface shown)
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The CMR-5940 supports a feature known as system logging, more commonly called
Syslog.
This section illustrates how a system logger can be set up on a Linux or Unix system
allowing the CMR-5940 to report system events to a logger attached via an Ethernet
connection.
B.2 Enabling a System Logger
To enable system logging, add the following command string to the bottom of the
/etc/syslog.conf file on the Logging Server:
CONFIGURATION
1
,
# log the mux messages to here
*.=info /var/log/mux.log
Where:
*.=info tells the logger to send all messages it receives from the Mux to the Dir/file
1
Note that this is merely a sample configuration. CEFD does not support the setup of a syslog
server, since it is assumed that one is already configured and operational for use.
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Looking in the top of file /etc/init.d/syslog2, the following is usually displayed:
#!/bin/bash
#
# syslog Starts syslogd/klogd.
#
#
# chkconfig: 2345 12 88
# description: Syslog is the facility by which many daemons use to log \
# messages to various system log files. It is a good idea to always \
# run syslog.
# Source function library.
. /etc/init.d/functions