Ensemble Designs 7410 User Manual

This data pack provides detailed installation, configuration and operation information for
the 7410 Quad HD Tri-Level Sync Generator 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 7410

Quad HD Tri-Level

Sync Generator

Data Pack

ENSEMBLE

DESIGNS

Revision 1.1 SW v2.0

MODULE OVERVIEW

The 7410 module is a stable timing source suitable for local reference generation for use
in broadcast, remote trucks and post-production. Four simultaneous HD tri-level sync
reference outputs are provided. Each output can each be set to a different HD standard.

The 7410 can operate from an internal precision frequency reference as a stand alone
master sync generator or lock to a PAL or NTSC video reference from an external source.
There are two video reference inputs on the 7410 module for maximum system flexibility.
The module can also lock to an external 10 MHz source such as an atomic standard or
GPS receiver for more precision.

Each of the four outputs can be timed with respect to the selected reference to any point
in the television frame. Timing adjustments are configured independently and the 7410
can be configured to output 525 and 625 standards simultaneously.

As shown in the block diagram below, the time base reference is selected from either the
Master reference or of of two Genlock (external) references. The selected reference passes
through a precision sync separator to derive the required sync components. The separated
sync signal provides the timing reference for the PLLs.

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.

The on-board CPU can monitor and report module ID information (slot location, software
version and board revision), and power status to the optional frame System Control
module. This information can be accessed by the user or set to register an alarm if desired
using the remote control options available.

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TLS Gen 1

Outputs

TLS Gen 2

Outputs

TLS Gen 3

Outputs

TLS Gen 4

Outputs

Ref 1
Input

Frame

Master Ref

Ref 2
Input

>

10Mhz

Detector

Sync

Stripper

Sync

Stripper

Internal

Precision

Reference

Reference

Selection

Logic

&

Timing

Control

TLS Gen 1

TLS Gen 2

TLS Gen 3

TLS Gen 4

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7410 HD TLS Gen Block Diagram

APPLICATIONS

Simultaneous References

As shown in the application below, the 7410 module can provide simultaneous HD
Tri-Level Sync reference outputs that are different standards.

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HD TLS

Gen

625 Reference

525 Reference

720p 59.94

1080p 59.94

1080p 24

720p 50

Router

Switcher

Edit Suite

Camera

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Digital, Analog and Audio Reference Generation and Distribution

Another application shown below, illustrates how the 7410 HD TLS Generator module
and the 5400 SPG/TSG module can be combined to provide complete digital, analog and
audio reference outputs which can then be distributed throughout a facility.

7410 HD TLS Gen Block Diagram

Test Signals

5400
Sync

Generator

625 Ref

AES Ref

7410

HD

TLS Gen

HD
TLS

HD

Production

Switcher

HD TLS

HD

Router

INSTALLATION

Plug the 7410 module into any one of the slots in the 3 RU frame or 1 RU frame. 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 on the next page for
cabling instructions. Note that unless stated otherwise, the 1 RU cabling explanations are
identical to those given in the 3 RU diagram.

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MODULE CONFIGURATION AND CONTROL

The configuration parameters for each Avenue module must be selected after installation.
This can be done remotely using one of the Avenue remote control options or locally using
the module front panel controls. Each module has a REMOTE/LOCAL switch on the
front edge of the circuit board which must first be set to the desired control mode.

The configuration parameter choices for the module will differ between Remote and
Local modes. In Remote mode, the choices are made through software and allow more
selections.

If you are not using a remote control option, the module parameters must be configured
from the front panel switches. Parameters that have no front panel control will be set to a
default value. The Local switches are illustrated in the following section called Front
Panel Controls and Indicators.

Avenue module parameters can be configured and controlled remotely from one or both of
the remote control options, the Avenue Touch Screen or the Avenue PC Application. Once
the module parameters have been set remotely, the information is stored on the module
CPU. This allows the module be moved to a different cell in the frame at your discretion
without losing the stored information. Remote configuration will override whatever the
switch settings are on the front edge of the module.

For setting the parameters remotely using the Avenue PC option, refer to the Avenue PC
Remote Configuration section of this document.

For setting the parameters remotely using the Avenue Touch Screen option, refer to the
Avenue Touch Screen Remote Configuration section of this data pack following
Avenue PC.

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Making Reference Choices

Each generator can be independently set to operate either as a Master Sync Generator
(using an internal precision frequency reference), or genlocked to either of the two
external reference sources of composite video. The frame’s Master Reference input accepts
a 625 or 525 composite reference or A 10 MHz sine or square wave.

In order to provide the ultimate in flexibility, each generator can then be set to an HD
standard. These output choices are possible even when the generators are locked to a
genlock input in a different standard.

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3 RU Backplane

Connect an NTSC/PAL
reference input signal to the
Ref 2 In BNC to provide the
external genlock reference.

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Connect the

HD Tri-Level Sync
Out BNCs to high

definition destinations.

Connect an NTSC/PAL
reference input signal to the
Ref 1 In BNC to provide the
external genlock reference.

1 RU

Backplane

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Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Each front edge indicator and switch setting is shown in the diagram below:

Remote/Local switch:
Set to the mode you
will be using.

Pwr green LED:
Indicates the presence (ON) or

absence (OFF) of power (+5V).

Run green LED:
OFF:

A power fault or halted CPU
ON:
A halted CPU
FAST BLINK:
CPU Run error
SLOW BLINK:

System OK. (If SPI control is
active from the main frame
System Control Module, all
Run indicators will be syn­chronized.).

Ref 525, 625 and 10 MHz

green LEDs:
One LED will light to indicate
which reference rate is currently
being detected.

OFF when rate is not detected.

Ref 525/625

green LEDs:
One LED will light to indicate
which reference rate is currently
being detected.

OFF when rate is not detected.

HD TLS
1080/720p switch:

Set to either 1080 (left) or 720p
(right) for the type of tri-level HD
sync output desired for Gen 1. Do
the same for Gen 2, Gen 3 and
Gen 4.

59.94/50

switch:
After selecting the above 1080 or
720p, then select either 59.94 or 50
Hz for Gen 1. Do the same for
Gen 2, Gen 3 and Gen 4.

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Quad

TLS
Gen

E

N S EMBLE

DESIGNS

525

Ref 1 Ref 2

625

10 Mhz

Gen

1

2

3

4

Run

Pwr

525

625

Remote

Local

1080/720p

59.94/50
1080/720p

59.94/50
1080/720p

59.94/50
1080/720p

59.94/50

7410 Avenue Touch Screen Menus

The TLS Gen 1 menu screen shown below allows you to set the following parameters for
the first generator output:

• HD Standard – select the HD Standard desired: 720p 50 Hz, 720p 59.94, 720p 60,
1080i 50, 1080i 59.95, 1080i 60, 1080p 23.98, 1080p 24, 1080p 25, 1080sF 23.98,
1080sF 24, or 1080sF 25.

• TLS 1 Status – reports the lock status as one of the following: Ext 10 Mhz Ref,
Internal Ref, Video Lock to Ref 1, Clk lock to Ref 1, Vid Lock to Ref 2,
Clk Lock to Ref 2, or No Ref - Freerun. .

Use the controls to set the timing of the Primary composite output in relation to the
reference with the following controls. For numerical choices, use the slider control to select
a value or touch the number field at right to bring up a pop-up keypad. Enter a value and
press the Enter key.

• Vert Timing – set the vertical timing in lines.

• Hor Timing – set the horizontal timing in clocks.

Use the same process for adjusting parameters for TLS Gen 2, Gen 3 and Gen 4.

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The Config menu allows you to configure the reference from the two external inputs (525,
625 or 10 MHz sine wave) or the Master Frame Reference:

• Config Ref – select the desired module reference , either Genlock or Internal.

• Ref 1 Source – select Master Ref (frame reference) or Ext Ref (module reference).

• Ref 1 Source – reports 525 Ref, 625 Ref, 10Mhz Ref, or None

• Ref 2 Source – reports 525 Ref, 625 Ref, 10Mhz Ref, or None

Avenue Touch Screen Remote Configuration

The Avenue Touch Screen remote control status menu for this module is illustrated and
explained below. For more information on using Avenue Touch Screen, refer to the Avenue
Touch Screen data pack that came with the option.

Parameter fields that are grayed out can indicate one of the following conditions:

• An option is not installed.

• The function is not active.

• The module is locked.

• The User Level set with Avenue PC is not accessible from the current User Level.

7410 Avenue Touch Screen Menus

The TLS Gen 1 menu screen shown below allows you to set the following parameters for
the first generator output:

• HD Standard – select the HD Standard desired: 720p 50 Hz, 720p 59.94, 720p 60,
1080i 50, 1080i 59.95, 1080i 60, 1080p 23.98, 1080p 24, 1080p 25, 1080sF 23.98,
1080sF 24, or 1080sF 25.

• TLS 1 Status – reports the lock status as one of the following: Ext 10 Mhz Ref,
Internal Ref, Video Lock to Ref 1, Clk lock to Ref 1, Vid Lock to Ref 2,
Clk Lock to Ref 2, or No Ref - Freerun. .

Use the controls to set the timing of the Primary composite output in relation to the
reference with the following controls. For numerical choices, use the slider control to select
a value or touch the number field at right to bring up a pop-up keypad. Enter a value and
press the Enter key.

• Vert Timing – set the vertical timing in lines.

• Hor Timing – set the horizontal timing in clocks.

Use the same process for adjusting parameters for TLS Gen 2, Gen 3 and Gen 4.

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The Config menu allows you to configure the reference from the two external inputs (525,
625 or 10 MHz sine wave) or the Master Frame Reference:

• Config Ref – select the desired module reference , either Genlock or Internal.

• Ref 1 Source – select Master Ref (frame reference) or Ext Ref (module reference).

• Ref 1 Source – reports 525 Ref, 625 Ref, 10Mhz Ref, or None

• Ref 2 Source – reports 525 Ref, 625 Ref, 10Mhz Ref, or None

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TROUBLESHOOTING

As a troubleshooting aid, the reference signal status and presence, power and CPU status
can be easily monitored from the front panel of this module using the front panel indica­tors.

Refer to the overall troubleshooting tips given below for the 7410 module:

Error light is lit on front panel:

• Module is not locking to a selected reference. At least one of the Ref LEDs
should be lit to indicate presence and status of reference input

No Ref 1 or Ref 2 indication:

• Module is not locking to 525 or 625. At least one of the Ref LEDs LEDs
should be lit to indicate locking status.

Can’t control module:

• Check status of CPU Run green LED. Should be blinking slowly and in
unison with other modules if System module is present. If not, try removing
it and plugging it in again to be sure it is seated properly.

• System module may not be working properly if installed.

Module controls are grayed out:

• Module is locked or access to module controls is restricted by User Level.

• Local/Remote switch on module is in the Local position.

No signal out of module:

• Check status of Ref green LEDs. One should be lit. If not, check the
reference input or master frame signal for presence and quality.

• Check cabling to input of module.

You may also refer to the technical support section of the Ensemble Designs web site for
the latest information on your equipment at the URL below:

http://www

.ensembledesigns.com/support

SOFTWARE UPDATING

Software upgrades for each module can be downloaded remotely if the optional System
Control module is installed. These can be downloaded onto your PC and then Avenue PC
will distribute the update to the individual module. (Refer to the Avenue PC documenta­tion for more information) Periodically updates will be posted on our web site. If you do
not have the required System Control Module and Avenue PC, modules can be sent back
to the factory for software upgrades.

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WARRANTY AND FACTORY SERVICE

Warranty

This module is covered by a five year limited warranty, as stated in the main Preface of

this manual. If you require service (under warranty or not), please contact Ensemble
Designs and ask for customer service before you return the unit. This will allow the
service technician to provide any other suggestions for identifying the problem and
recommend possible solutions.

Factory Service

If you return equipment for repair, please get a Return Material Authorization Number
(RMA) from the factory first.

Ship the product and a written description of the problem to:

Ensemble Designs, Inc.

Attention: Customer Service RMA #####

870 Gold Flat Rd.

Nevada City, CA. 95959 USA

[phone]

Fax: [phone]

[e-mail]

http://www.ensembledesigns.com

Be sure to put your RMA number on the outside of the box.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Model 7410 HD T

ri-Level Sync Generator

Reference Input Signal

Number Two on module (and one alternate: Frame Master Reference)
Signal Type 1V p-p PAL, NTSC, or 10 MHz
Return Loss >40 dB DC to 5.5 MHz

Tri-Level Sync Output

Number Eight, 75 Ω
Type 1080i (SMPTE 274M -4,5,6)

50, 59.94 or 60 Hz
720p (SMPTE 296M -1,2,3)
50, 59.94 or 60 Hz
1080p (SMPTE 274M -9,10,11)

23.98, 24, 25 Hz
1080sF (RP211 -14,15,16)

23.98, 24, 25 Hz
Output DC ±50 mV
Return Loss >30 dB to 30 MHz

General Specifications:

Power Consumption: 7 Watts
Temperature Range: 0 to 40 degrees C ambient (all specs met)
Relative Humidity: 0 to 95% noncondensing
Altitude: 0 to 10,000 ft
Fusing: 1.5 Amp PTC resettable fuse

Due to ongoing product development, all specifications subject to change.

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