Ensemble Designs 7555 User Manual
Model 7555 HD/SD,
Model 9550 3G/HD/SD,
Model 9550-XA 3G/HD/SD
Video Processing Frame Synchronizer
User Guide
Revision 1.1 SW v2.2.10
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Contents
Video Processing Frame Sync Modules Overview 7
Shared Functionality 7
Shared Options 7
Key Differences 7
Flexible Synchronization 7
Uncompressed Bandwidth 7
Complete Proc Amp Functions 8
Audio Support 8
Dolby Decoding and Encoding 8
LevelTrack Audio Loudness Control AGC and Compliance Options 8
Configurable Mux or Demux 8
In-Line Processing 9
Software Requirements 9
Avenue System Control Modules 9
Download Link for Avenue System Control Software Version 2.2.12 9
Avenue PC Control Application 9
Download Link for Avenue PC Software Version 2.0.15 9
Installation and Cabling 10
Configuring the Analog Audio and Balanced Digital Data Jumper Connectors 10
The 15-Pin D Connector and Digital Data (Dolby Metadata) 10
Frame Slot Placement 11
Cabling for the Avenue 7555 12
Cabling for the Avenue 9550 13
Cabling for the Avenue 9550-XA 14
Functional Block Diagrams 15
For the Avenue 7555 15
For the Avenue 9550 16
For the Avenue 9550-XA 17
Applications 18
Timing of an Asynchronous Input 18
Embedding AES Audio and Adjusting Video with Internal Proc Amp 18
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Three Use Cases for the 9615 AES, Analog Audio, and Data I/O Software Key Option 19
Embedding 19
Disembedding 20
In-Line Processing 20
Module Configuration and Control 21
Avenue PC Option 21
Avenue Touch Screen Option 21
Front Panel Controls and Indicators 21
For the Avenue 7555 21
For the Avenue 9550 22
For the Avenue 9550-XA 23
Avenue PC Remote Configuration 24
Avenue PC and Avenue Touch Screen Menus 24
Input Menu 24
Signal Types Accepted by 7555 24
Signal Types Accepted by 9550 and 9550-XA 24
Incoming Video Signal Reporting 24
Reference Menu 27
Setting the Reference Input Source 27
Timing Menu 28
Conguring the Frame Synchronizer 28
Proc Menu 30
Adjusting Video Processing Parameters 30
Aud Stat Menu 32
Reporting Audio Input Sync Status 32
Aud Cfg Menu 33
Conguring Analog Audio Outputs and LevelTrack Audio Loudness Control
AGC Software Option 33
Meter Mode 33
Meter Position 33
LKFS Average Time 34
Mux Out Menu 35
Selecting the Audio Channels to Embed into the Outgoing SDI Signal 35
Placing the Encoder Output 35
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Aud AGC Menu 37
LevelTrack Conguration 37
AGC Master 37
Final Gain 37
Silence Limit 37
Target Level 37
Spread 38
Transition Time 38
Max Atten 38
Max Gain 38
Chart 40
Mix 1:4, Mix 5:8, Mix 9:12, Mix 13:16 Menus 41
Combinations of Input Channels 41
Out Bus Assignments 42
Automatic Gain Control (AGC) (Optional) 43
Conguring Audio Output (9615 Software Key Option Required) 43
Conguring Digital Audio Outputs (9615 Software Key Option Required) 43
In 1:4, In 5:8, In 9:12, In 13:16 Menus 44
Selecting Audio Input Type and Routing to Mixer Input Channels 44
Using the In 1:4, In 5:8, In 9:12, In 13:16 Menus for Embedding 45
Using the In 1:4, In 5:8, In 9:12, In 13:16 Menus for Disembedding 46
Using the In 1:4, In 5:8, In 9:12, In 13:16 Menus for Disembedding (Cont’d) 47
Using the In 1:4, In 5:8, In 9:12, In 13:16 Menus for In-line Processing 48
Using the In 1:4, In 5:8, In 9:12, In 13:16 Menus for In-line Processing (Cont’d) 49
Audio Mode, Data Mode, Auto Mode 50
Decoder Menu 51
Decoding Dolby E, Dolby D/AC-3 (7615 Software Key Option Required) 51
Encoder Menu 53
Encoding Dolby E, Dolby D/AC-3 (7630, 7635 Software Key Option Required) 53
BNC Status Menu 55
Verifying BNC Directional Status 55
License Menu 56
Entering the Key and Activating AGC 56
Memory Menu 57
Saving and Recalling Conguration Settings 57
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Software Updating 58
Warranty and Factory Service 58
Specifications 59
Glossary 61
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Video Processing Frame Sync Modules Overview
The 7555 HD/SD, 9550 3G/HD/SD, and 9550-XA 3G/HD/SD video processing frame sync modules are
used for processing, synchronizing and timing 3 Gb/s or 1.5 Gb/s high definition video or standard
definition video signals. They share the same essential functions, with a couple of key differences.
These differences have to do with the type of video signal accepted (HD versus 3G), the number
of BNC ports available for digital audio, and the number of BNC ports available for SDI video signal
output.
Shared Functionality
All three modules can do video processing. All three have frame synchronizing functionality. Both the
7555 and 9550 have one SDI input, one reference input, four SDI outputs, and four AES I/O ports.
Shared Options
All three modules share the following set of options that extend their capabilities with software keys:
• 7615 Dolby™ E, Dolby D/AC-3 Decoder sub module and software key option
• 7630 Dolby E Encoder sub module and software key option
• 7635 Dolby D/AC-3 Encoder sub module and software key option
• 9615 AES, analog audio, and data I/O software key option
• 9670 LevelTrack™ Audio Loudness Control AGC software key option
• 9690 Audio Compliance and Monitoring software key option
Key Differences
The 7555 accepts a 1.5 Gb/s high definition or standard definition video signal. The 9550 has the
additional capability of accepting a 3 Gb/s high definition video signal.
The 9550-XA option adds two AES I/O ports (for a total of six rather than four), and removes two SDI
outputs (for a total of two rather than four).
Flexible Synchronization
An adjustable timing system genlocks to house reference. The modules genlock to either composite
video (PAL or NTSC) or to HD Tri-Level Sync. The modules can lock to the frame’s master reference or
reference can be connected directly to the modules’ external reference BNC. The serial output timing
can be set anywhere within a frame of the selected input reference.
Upon loss of signal, the modules provide freeze frame or black until the signal is recovered. In freeze
mode, audio can be muted or passed.
Uncompressed Bandwidth
The 3G, HD or SD SDI input is carried at full, uncompressed bandwidth throughout the entire module.
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Complete Proc Amp Functions
The modules have a full-featured Proc Amp capability for adjustment of every signal parameter. Proc
controls include Gain, Chroma, Pedestal and Hue.
Audio Support
All three modules include a full-featured, sixteen-channel audio mixer. The channel swap and shuffle
capability allows you to completely rearrange and remix audio channels. It provides precise control
over audio level, with up to 12 dB of gain to compensate for low level sources. Delay is adjustable up
to one second. The audio mixer can be used for embedded audio and for audio sourced from the AES
or analog inputs.
The 9615 AES and analog audio I/O software key option is required if you want to use the AES or
analog inputs and outputs. For the 7555 and 9550 modules, the 9615 option provides four AES input/
output ports for eight channels of I/O and also provides four channels of analog audio I/O. For the
9550-XA module, the 9615 option provides six AES input/output ports for twelve channels of I/O,
along with four channels of analog audio I/O.
Dolby Decoding and Encoding
Any of the three modules can be fitted with Dolby encoding and decoding options. The 7615 Dolby
decoding option can be fed from either an AES input or an AES stream disembedded from the
incoming SDI signal. The resulting discrete surround signals are then selectable as inputs to the sixteen
channel mixer/shuffler.
The 7630 Dolby E encoder and 7635 Dolby D/AC-3 encoder are fed from selected outputs of the
sixteen channel mixer/shuffler. The resulting encoded bitstream can be output both on an AES output
and embedded into the SDI outputs.
Additionally, the 7555, 9550 and 9550-XA fully support embedding and disembedding of encoded
multi-channel bitstreams such as Dolby E and Dolby D/AC-3.
LevelTrack Audio Loudness Control AGC and Compliance Options
The 9670 LevelTrack Audio Loudness Control AGC software key can be added as an option. LevelTrack
provides control for keeping audio levels consistent in program material. The 9690 Audio Compliance
and Monitoring Software can be added for compliance verification and archiving.
Configurable Mux or Demux
When configured as a multiplexer, the 7555 and 9550 have one serial digital video input and four AES
audio inputs. These four AES streams are embedded into the video stream. AES inputs are sample rate
converted, allowing the use of asynchronous audio. The output of the module is a digital stream that
contains the original video signal and four AES pairs, or eight channels.
The 9550-XA has one serial digital video input and six AES audio inputs, supporting six AES pairs, or
twelve channels.
When configured as a demultiplexer, audio signals present in the incoming video signal are extracted
and delivered as standard AES digital audio streams.
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All three modules include a sixteen-channel audio mixer. The channel swap and shuffle capability
allows you to completely rearrange and remix audio channels. It provides precise control over audio
level, with up to 12 dB of gain to compensate for low level sources. Delay is adjustable up to one
second.
In-Line Processing
Because the 7555, 9550 and 9550-XA have simultaneous disembedding and embedding, they are
in-line processors for embedded audio. They can take embedded content, adjust levels and remap
channels, and deliver it to the output as an embedded signal.
Software Requirements
The Avenue System Control Modules and the Avenue PC Control Software require the latest software
versions in order to work properly with the 7555, 9550 and 9550-XA modules.
Avenue System Control Modules
The Avenue System Control Modules provide the Serial, Ethernet and AveNet interface connections to
an Avenue frame, whether you are using the 5030 3RU System Control Module, the 5035 1RU System
Control Module, or the Tabletop Touch Screen Control Panel.
Download Link for Avenue System Control Software Version 2.2.12
Download and install Avenue System Control software version 2.2.12 from the Ensemble Designs web
site at the following link:
http://www.ensembledesigns.com/support/avenue-support/avenue-software
Avenue PC Control Application
Every function and parameter on the 7555, 9550 and 9550-XA can be controlled from the Avenue PC
Control Application.
Download Link for Avenue PC Software Version 2.0.15
Download and install Avenue PC software version 2.0.15 from the Ensemble Designs web site at the
following link:
http://www.ensembledesigns.com/support/avenue-support/avenue-pc-software
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Installation and Cabling
Configuring the Analog Audio and Balanced Digital Data Jumper
Connectors
Note: This functionality requires the 9615 AES, analog audio, and data I/O software key
option.
Before you can use the 15-pin D connector for analog audio out, analog audio in or digital, you must
first install analog audio and balanced digital data jumper connectors onto the module’s board.
There are eight connectors (four pairs) that map to the 15-pin D connector. Each connector has three
possible configurations—analog out, analog in, and digital data.
The 15-Pin D Connector and Digital Data (Dolby Metadata)
Unlike some other Avenue modules, the only purpose for the digital data capability of the 15-pin D
connector is for Dolby metadata; it cannot be used for serial control.
CH4-
CH4+
CH3-
CH3+
CH1+
CH1-
CH2-
ANLG OUT
ANLG IN
DIGITAL
DATA
Note the portion of the board pictured above (outlined in
red) that resembles the illustration to the left.
CH2+
The illustration to the left of the above photo reflects the placement of the connectors on the 7555,
9550 and 9550-XA boards (shown in the photograph on the right) for channels 1 through 4. The
positive and negative connectors for each channel are indicated on the board.
For each of the eight connectors, use the jumper to connect the top pair for analog audio out, the
middle pair for analog audio in, and the lower pair for digital data.
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Frame Slot Placement
Plug the 7555, 9550 or 9550-XA module into any one of the slots (except slot 1) in the 3RU frame or
any slot (except slot 3) in the 1RU 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.
Note: We recommend installing the 7555, 9550 or 9550-XA in slots 2 through 10 rather
than slot 1 for the 3RU frame.
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Cabling for the Avenue 7555
Refer to the 3RU and 1RU backplane diagrams of the module below for cabling instructions. Note that
unless stated otherwise, the 1RU cabling explanations are identical to those given in the 3RU diagram.
Four independent AES ports
SDI Out 3 and 4: Serial
digital video output
supporting 1.5 Gb/s HD
or 270 Mb/s SD video
signals.
15-pin D connector
supports up to four
channels of analog
audio selectable as
inputs or outputs. For
decoding and encoding,
it also supports Dolby
metadata. The D
connector does not
support serial control.
-
AUD 1
-
+
AUD 2
+
7555 VAP
SDI Out 4
SDI Out 3
AES 1/2
AES 3/4
AES 5/6
AES 7/8
SDI Out 2
SDI Out 1
Fail-safe
(supporting four AES pairs or
eight channels), each
configurable as input or
output. Embedding and
disembedding may be
performed simultaneously.
AES ports also serve as inputs
or outputs for decoding or
encoding Dolby E and AC-3
multichannel bitstreams, and
for non-audio PCM data
packaged into AES audio
format per SMPTE 337M.
SDI Out 1 and 2: Serial
digital video output
supporting 1.5 Gb/s HD
or 270 Mb/s SD video
signals.
Ref In
1
6
11
HD/SD In
Serial/Analog Audio
Ref In: Accepts PAL or NTSC
composite video or
HD Tri-Level Sync.
SDI In: Serial digital video
input. Supports 1.5 Gb/s HD
or 270 Mb/s SD video signals.
+
AUD 4
-
+
AUD 3
-
AUD 1 is on pins 1 and 2 and the associated ground is pin 7. Pin 1 is positive. AUD 2 is on pins 4 and
5 and the associated ground is pin 8. Pin 5 is positive. AUD 3 is on pins 11 and 12 and the associated
ground is pin 9. Pin 11 is positive. AUD 4 is on pins 14 and 15 and the associated ground is pin 10. Pin
15 is positive.
Dolby metadata can be connected in place of audio on any of the audio pairs.
SDI Out 3
SDI Out 4
7555 VAP
AES 3/4
AES 1/2 AES 5/6
AES 7/8
SDI Out 1
Fail-safe
SDI Out 2
HD/SD In
Ref In
Serial/Analog Audio
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Cabling for the Avenue 9550
Refer to the 3RU and 1RU backplane diagrams of the module below for cabling instructions. Note that
unless stated otherwise, the 1RU cabling explanations are identical to those given in the 3RU diagram.
Four independent AES ports
SDI Out 3 and 4: Serial
digital video output
supporting 3 Gb/s,
1.5 Gb/s HD or 270 Mb/s
SD video signals.
15-pin D connector
supports up to four
channels of analog
audio selectable as
inputs or outputs. For
decoding and encoding,
it also supports Dolby
metadata. The D
connector does not
support serial control.
-
AUD 1
-
+
AUD 2
+
9550 VAP
SDI Out 4
SDI Out 3
AES 1/2
AES 3/4
AES 5/6
AES 7/8
SDI Out 2
SDI Out 1
Fail-safe
(supporting four AES pairs or
eight channels), each
configurable as input or
output. Embedding and
disembedding may be
performed simultaneously.
AES ports also serve as inputs
or outputs for decoding or
encoding Dolby E and AC-3
multichannel bitstreams, and
for non-audio PCM data
packaged into AES audio
format per SMPTE 337M.
SDI Out 1 and 2: Serial
digital video output
supporting 3 Gb/s,
1.5 Gb/s HD or 270 Mb/s
SD video signals.
Ref In
1
6
11
3G/HD/SD In
Serial/Analog Audio
Ref In: Accepts PAL or NTSC
composite video or
HD Tri-Level Sync.
SDI In: Serial digital video
input. Supports 3 Gb/s,
1.5 Gb/s HD or 270 Mb/s SD
+
AUD 4
-
-
AUD 3
+
video signals.
AUD 1 is on pins 1 and 2 and the associated ground is pin 7. Pin 1 is positive. AUD 2 is on pins 4 and
5 and the associated ground is pin 8. Pin 5 is positive. AUD 3 is on pins 11 and 12 and the associated
ground is pin 9. Pin 11 is positive. AUD 4 is on pins 14 and 15 and the associated ground is pin 10. Pin
15 is positive.
Dolby metadata can be connected in place of audio on any of the audio pairs.
SDI Out 3
SDI Out 4
9550 VAP
AES 3/4
AES 1/2 AES 5/6
AES 7/8
SDI Out 1
Fail-safe
SDI Out 2
3G/HD/SD In
Ref In
Serial/Analog Audio
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Cabling for the Avenue 9550-XA
Refer to the 3RU and 1RU backplane diagrams of the module below for cabling instructions. Note that
unless stated otherwise, the 1RU cabling explanations are identical to those given in the 3RU diagram.
SDI Out 2: Serial digital
video output supporting
3 Gb/s, 1.5 Gb/s HD or 270
Mb/s SD video signals.
15-pin D connector
supports up to four
channels of analog
audio selectable as
inputs or outputs. For
decoding and encoding,
it also supports Dolby
metadata. The D
connector does not
support serial control.
-
-
AUD 1
-
-
AUD 3
+
1
6
11
+
AUD 2
+
+
AUD 4
9550-XA VAP
SDI Out 2
AES 1/2
AES 3/4
AES 5/6
AES 7/8
AES 9/10
AES 11/12
SDI Out 1
Fail-safe
Ref In
3G/HD/SD In
Audio
Six independent AES ports
(supporting six AES pairs or
twelve channels), each
configurable as input or
output. Embedding and
disembedding may be
performed simultaneously.
AES ports also serve as inputs
or outputs for decoding or
encoding Dolby E and AC-3
multichannel bitstreams, and
for non-audio PCM data
packaged into AES audio
format per SMPTE 337M.
SDI Out 1: Serial digital video
output supporting 3 Gb/s, 1.5 Gb/s
HD or 270 Mb/s SD video signals.
Ref In: Accepts PAL or NTSC
composite video or
HD Tri-Level Sync.
SDI In: Serial digital video
input. Supports 3 Gb/s,
1.5 Gb/s HD or 270 Mb/s SD
video signals.
AUD 1 is on pins 1 and 2 and the associated ground is pin 7. Pin 1 is positive. AUD 2 is on pins 4 and
5 and the associated ground is pin 8. Pin 5 is positive. AUD 3 is on pins 11 and 12 and the associated
ground is pin 9. Pin 11 is positive. AUD 4 is on pins 14 and 15 and the associated ground is pin 10. Pin
15 is positive.
Dolby metadata can be connected in place of audio on any of the audio pairs.
AES 1/2 AES 5/6
SDI Out 2
9550 VAP
AES 3/4
AES 9/10
AES 7/8
SDI Out 1
Fail-safe
AES 11/12
SDI In
Ref In
Serial/Analog Audio
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Functional Block Diagrams
For the Avenue 7555
Shown below is the functional block diagram for the Avenue 7555. The following two pages show the
functional block diagrams for the Avenue 9550 and 9550-XA.
HD/SD
SDI Input
Ref
Master
Ref
Group 1
Disembedder
Ch 1:4
Group 2
Disembedder
Ch 5:8
Group 3
Disembedder
Ch 9:12
Group 4
Disembedder
Ch 13:16
Frame
Store
Memory
Genlock
Input Bus
32 Sources
Option
7615
AC-3
Dolby D/E
Decoding
Video Processing
Gains
Pedestal
Legalizer
Input
Audio
Routing
Fail-safe Bypass
Group 1
Embedder
Ch 1:4
Option
9670
LevelTrack™
Audio AGC
16 x 16 Channel
Mixer / Combiner
Data Bypass
Group 2
Embedder
Ch 5:8
Memory Buffer
for Audio Delay
Group 3
Embedder
Ch 9:12
Output
Audio
Routing
SRC SRC SRC SRC
Group 4
Embedder
Ch 13:16
Output Bus
32 Destinations
Option
7630
AC-3
Dolby D/E
Encoding
Fail-safe
Output
HD/SD
SDI Outputs
9615 Audio Option Software Key Enables
4 Balanced Audio In/Out
Supports Dolby Metadata
Option
9615 Audio Option Software Key Enables
4 Independent AES3id Input/Output Ports
Option
Functional Block Diagram of the Avenue 7555
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For the Avenue 9550
Shown below is the functional block diagram for the Avenue 9550. The 9550 is identical to the 7555
except for the 9550’s ability to accept 3G.
3G/HD/SD
SDI Input
Ref
Master
Ref
Group 1
Disembedder
Ch 1:4
Group 2
Disembedder
Ch 5:8
Group 3
Disembedder
Ch 9:12
Group 4
Disembedder
Ch 13:16
7615
AC-3
Video Processing
Gains
Pedestal
Legalizer
Input
Audio
Routing
Option
Frame
Store
Memory
Genlock
Input Bus
32 Sources
Option
Dolby D/E
Decoding
9615 Audio Option Software Key Enables
4 Balanced Audio In/Out
Supports Dolby Metadata
Fail-safe Bypass
Group 1
Embedder
Ch 1:4
Option
9670
LevelTrack™
Audio AGC
16 x 16 Channel
Mixer / Combiner
Data Bypass
Group 2
Embedder
Ch 5:8
Memory Buffer
for Audio Delay
Group 3
Embedder
Ch 9:12
Output
Audio
Routing
SRC SRC SRC SRC
9615 Audio Option Software Key Enables
4 Independent AES3id Input/Output Ports
Group 4
Embedder
Ch 13:16
Output Bus
32 Destinations
Option
7630
AC-3
Dolby D/E
Encoding
Option
Fail-safe
Output
3G/HD/SD
SDI Outputs
Functional Block Diagram of the Avenue 9550
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For the Avenue 9550-XA
Shown below is the functional block diagram for the Avenue 9550-XA. Relative to the 9550, the
9550-XA option adds two AES I/O ports and removes two SDI outputs. The 9550-XA option provides 12
channels of AES I/O and 2 SDI outputs.
3G/HD/SD
SDI Input
Ref
Master
Ref
Group 1
Disembedder
Ch 1:4
Group 2
Disembedder
Ch 5:8
Group 3
Disembedder
Ch 9:12
Group 4
Disembedder
Ch 13:16
Frame
Store
Memory
Genlock
Input Bus
32 Sources
Option
Dolby D/E
Decoding
9615 Audio Option Software Key Enables
Video Processing
Gains
Pedestal
Legalizer
Option
Input
Audio
Routing
7615
AC-3
4 Balanced Audio In/Out
Supports Dolby Metadata
Fail-safe Bypass
Group 1
Embedder
Ch 1:4
Option
9670
LevelTrack™
Audio AGC
16 x 16 Channel
Mixer / Combiner
Data Bypass
Group 2
Embedder
Ch 5:8
Memory Buffer
for Audio Delay
Output
Routing
SRC SRC
SRC SRC SRC SRC
9615 Audio Option Software Key Enables
6 Independent AES3id Input/Output Ports
Embedder
Audio
Group 3
Ch 9:12
Group 4
Embedder
Ch 13:16
Output Bus
32 Destinations
Option
7630
AC-3
Dolby D/E
Encoding
Option
Fail-safe
Output
3G/HD/SD
SDI Outputs
Functional Block Diagram of the Avenue 9550-XA
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Applications
This section provides two typical applications for utilizing the versatility of the 7555, 9550 and 9550-XA
Video Processing and Frame Synchronizer modules.
Timing of an Asynchronous Input
As shown in the illustration below, the 7555 module can accept an asynchronous video input such
as the feed from a satellite receiver. The module can time the signal to a house reference, preserving
audio lip sync, and send the timed output to a router for distribution throughout the facility.
Satellite
Feed
Router
7555
House
Ref. In
HD or SD
Video with
Embedded Audio
7555 Module Timing an Asynchronous Satellite Input Signal
Embedding AES Audio and Adjusting Video with Internal Proc Amp
In the example shown below, the 9550 module is embedding AES audio into the SDI output of a
production switcher (requiring the 7630 and 9615 software key options). The Proc Amp function on
the 9550 is used to make final adjustments to the video which is then output to a video server.
3G, HD or SD
Production
Switcher
AES
Audio
9550
7630 and 9615
software key options
3G, HD or SD
Video with
Embedded Audio
Video
Server
9550 Module Embedding AES Audio into SDI and Making Proc Amp Adjustments
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Three Use Cases for the 9615 AES, Analog Audio, and Data I/O Software Key Option
The primary functions relating to the 9615 AES, analog audio, and data I/O software key option are
addressed in the following three use cases:
• Embedding (using the module as a multiplexer)
• Disembedding (using the module as a demultiplexer)
• In-line processing
Each use case is presented as a list of sequential steps. For further details about a specific process,
see the corresponding menu discussion. The menu references in each use case are linked to their
respective menu discussion pages. The overall menu discussion begins on page 24.
Embedding
These are the sequential steps to embedding:
1. Connect the video signal to the SDI In BNC input (page 12).
2. Route digital audio into the module through the AES BNC inputs; route analog audio through
the 15-pin D connector (page 12).
3. Select and configure the pathways of the incoming audio signals to go to the desired mixer
input channels by using the In 1:4, In 5:8, In 9:12, and In 13:16 menus (page 45).
4. If you are encoding audio signals into Dolby E or Dolby D/AC-3, select which mixer channels
you want to send to the encoder (up to four pairs) by using the Encoder menu (page 53).
5. Work with the mixer to configure gain levels, output bus assignments, Mix Mode selections,
and the LevelTrack Audio Loudness Control AGC software (optional) by using the Mix 1:4, Mix
5:8, Mix 9:12, and Mix 13:16 menus (page 41).
6. Determine which channel groups to embed into the outgoing SDI signal by using the Mux
Out menu (page 35).
7. If you are encoding audio signals into Dolby E or Dolby D/AC-3, use the Encoder Insert control
on the Mux Out menu to place the encoder output onto a pair of audio channels on the
outgoing SDI signal (page 35).
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Disembedding
These are the sequential steps to disembedding:
1. Connect the video signal with embedded audio to the SDI In BNC input (page 12).
2. If you are decoding a Dolby E or Dolby D/AC-3 audio signal, indicate which pair of channels
you want to decode by using the Decoder menu (page 51).
3. Route the decoded signal to the mixer by using the In 1:4, In 5:8, In 9:12, and In 13:16 menus
(page 44).
4. Route the disembedded audio to the mixer input channels by using the In 1:4, In 5:8, In 9:12,
and In 13:16 menus (page 44).
5. Work with the mixer to configure gain levels, Mix Mode selections, and LevelTrack Audio
Loudness Control AGC software (optional) by using the Mix 1:4, Mix 5:8, Mix 9:12, and Mix
13:16 menus (page 41).
6. Configure audio output using a combination of the mixer output bus assignments (page 42)
for digital audio output and the Aud Cfg menu (page 33) for analog audio output.
In-Line Processing
These are the sequential steps to in-line processing:
1. Connect the video signal with embedded audio to the SDI In BNC input (page 12).
2. If you are decoding a Dolby E or Dolby D/AC-3 audio signal:
• Indicate which pair of channels you want to decode by using the Decoder menu
(page 51).
• Route the decoded signal to the mixer by using the In 1:4, In 5:8, In 9:12 and In 13:16
menus (page 47).
3. Route the disembedded audio to the mixer input channels by using the In 1:4, In 5:8, In 9:12,
and In 13:16 menus (page 46).
4. Work with the mixer to configure gain levels, output bus assignments, Mix Mode selections,
and LevelTrack Audio Loudness Control AGC software (optional) by using the Mix 1:4, Mix 5:8,
Mix 9:12, and Mix 13:16 menus (page 41).
5. Determine which channel groups to embed into the outgoing SDI signal using the Mux Out
menu (page 35).
6. If you are encoding audio signals into Dolby E or Dolby D/AC-3, place the encoder output onto
a pair of audio channels on the outgoing SDI signal by using the Encoder Insert control on
the Mux Out menu (page 35).
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Module Configuration and Control
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 slot in the frame at your discretion without losing the stored
information.
Avenue PC Option
For setting the parameters remotely using the Avenue PC option, refer to the Avenue PC Remote
Configuration section of this document starting on page 24.
Avenue Touch Screen Option
The Avenue Touch Screen option works with the same menus and controls as the Avenue PC option.
Note: At this time, the mixer menus (Mix 1:4, Mix 5:8, Mix 9:12, Mix 13:16) do not
function with the Touch Screen interface. A pending software update will fix this
issue. However, all the mixer functionality is currently available through the Avenue
PC interface.
Front Panel Controls and Indicators
For the Avenue 7555
Each front edge indicator and switch setting is shown in the diagram below:
SDI In Video and Audio green
LEDs: One or both LEDs will light
to indicate which type of
signal is currently being detected.
OFF when a signal is not
detected.
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.)
7555
HD/SD
Video Audio
Processor
SDI InAES Audio
Video
Audio
1/2 In
3/4 In
5/6 In
7/8 In
Ref In
AES Audio green LEDs:
For each pair of AES audio
channels, the LED will light when
there is a valid AES input on the
corresponding BNC rear
connector and that AES signal
has been selected as an input to
the mixer or to the decoder.
OFF if a pair of AES audio
channels has no input or if it is
being used as an output.
Ref green LED:
ON when Reference input is
detected and locked.
OFF when no Reference input is
detected.
Pwr green LED:
Indicates the presence (ON) or
absence (OFF) of power (+5V).
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