Ensemble Designs 4110 User Manual

This data pack provides detailed installation, configuration and operation information for
the 4110 DVB-ASI Distribution Amplifier (DA) as part of the Avenue Signal
Integration System.

The module information in this data pack is organized into the following sections:

• Module Overview

• Applications

• Installation

• Cabling

• Module Configuration and Control
°

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

°

Avenue PC Remote Control

°

Avenue Touch Screen Remote Control

• Troubleshooting

• Software Updating

• Warranty and Factory Service

• Specifications

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Model 4110

DVB-ASI DA

Data Pack

ENSEMBLE

DESIGNS

Revision 1.1 SW v1.1.0

MODULE OVERVIEW

The 4110 DVB-ASI DAprovides distribution of a DVB-ASI, DVB-SSI or SMPTE 310M
input signal to eight outputs. The module handles data rates from 19.39 Mb/s to 270 Mb/s.
Signal presence detection and cable equalization is provided on the module.

As shown in the block diagram below, the input signal passes through a receiver/equalizer
circuit. The signal strength of the equalized output is monitored by the module processor
for cable equalization and EQ warning information available to the user via the optional
Avenue control interfaces. The DVB-ASI outputs are buffered then AC coupled to the
BNCs on the rear of the frame providing eight serial outputs for distribution.

Power is derived from the ± 12 volt frame power. It is regulated to the required +5 volts
for the module by on-board regulator. The module is fused with a resettable fuse device. If
the fuse opens due to an overcurrent condition, the module will lose power. After pulling
the module, the fuse will reset automatically requiring no replacement fuse.

Module ID information (slot location, software version and board revision) can be
monitored by the optional frame System Control module and read using the optional
interfaces available.

Model 4110 DVB-ASI DA

4110 DVB-ASI DA Functional Block Diagram

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APPLICATIONS

The 4110 DVB-ASI Distribution Amplifier is ideal for applications where distribution of
ASI signals from a server to other ASI-compatible destinations is required. Use the 4110
module to distribute signals as shown in the example below.

Model 4110 DVB-ASI DA

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4110 DVB-ASI Distribution Amplifier and 4430 ASI Router Application

SERVER

4110 ASI DA

ENCODERS

4430 ASI ROUTER

ASI OUT

ASI IN

OTHER SERVERS

OTHER ASI DESTINATIONS

Model 4110 DVB-ASI DA

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INSTALLATION

Plug the 4110 module into any one of the slots in the 1 RU or 3 RU frame and install the
plastic overlay provided onto the corresponding group of rear BNC connectors associated
with the module location. Note that the plastic overlay has an optional adhesive backing
for securing it to the frame. Use of the adhesive backing is only necessary if you would
like the location to be permanent and is not recommended if you need to change module
locations. This module may be hot-swapped (inserted or removed) without powering down
or disturbing performance of the other modules in the system.

CABLING

Refer to the 3 RU and 1 RU backplane diagrams of the module below for cabling
instructions. Note that unless stated otherwise, the 1 RU cabling explanations are
identical to those given in the 3 RU diagram.

Connect the DVB-ASI
signal to be distributed to
the DVB-ASI In BNC.

Connect DVB-ASI
output destinations to
the outputs at BNCs

Out 1 – Out 8.

3 RU Backplane

1 RU Backplane