Grass Valley 8985PRC User Manual v.1.1.0

8985PRC

SD/HD PROCESSING AMPLIFIER

Instruction Manual

Software Version 1.1.0

071866601
APRIL 2010

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8985PRC

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Instruction Manual

Software Version 1.1.0

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Contents

Preface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

8985PRC SD/HD
Processing Amplifier Module

About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Module Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Software Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Module Placement in the GeckoFlex Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Module Installation Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Rear Module Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Front Module Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Optional Fiber Optic Submodule Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Fiber Optic Cleaning Requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Video Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Video Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

J1 – J4 BNCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Power Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Operation Indicator LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Configuration Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Video Input Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Split Screen Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Color Correction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Video Processing Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

User Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Video Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Remote Configuration and Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

8900NET Module Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Newton Control Panel Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Status Web Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

I/O Config Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Video Input Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

System Config Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Color Correction Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Video Proc Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

User Settings Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Video Out Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Slot Config Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Software Updating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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Contents

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Status Monitoring Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

External Frame Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

LED Reporting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Web Browser Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

SNMP Reporting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Power-Up Diagnostic Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Electronic Circuit Breaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Module Repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Contacting Grass Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Functional Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

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Preface

About This Manual

This manual describes the features of the 8985PRC modules in the Gecko­Flex Signal Processing System family. As part of this module family, it is
subject to Safety and Regulatory Compliance described in the GeckoFlex

Frames 8900FX/FF/FFN Signal Processing System Instruction Manual.

All Modular product documentation can be found on-line in PDF format at
this link:

www.grassvalley.com/docs/modular

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Preface

8 8985PRC — Instruction Manual

8985PRC SD/HD Processing Amplifier Module

Introduction

This manual covers installation, configuration, and operation for the
8985PRC SD/HD Processing Amplifier module. The 8985PRC offers the
full-spectrum of video processing controls to correct colors and avoid
illegal signal levels for applications not requiring a timed signal.

Module Features

This module provides video processing for environments utilizing SD and
HD signals in both broadcast and ProAV applications. These environments
require video signals to be processed for video quality.

The following features are available with this module:

• Two module set including a hot-swappable front and rear module.

• Up to ten audio or video modules in the same 2 RU GeckoFlex frame,
including all 8900 Gecko Series modules.

• A fiber optic submodule option provides optical input/output inter­faces for all models. Refer to Table 1 on page 15 for a list of SFP submod-
ules used with these modules.

• Supports both HD or SD formats and passes embedded audio present
in the incoming video stream.

• Split screen mode allows the input to be compared to the processed
output.

• SNMP and product health monitoring is supported through the
8900NET module with applications such as NetCentral.

• Software updating using the NetConfig Networking application.

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Installation

Software Requirements

Installation

The latest version of 8985PRC software requires the presence of an
8900NET (Net Card) Network Interface module running software version

4.3.0 or later for software updating and is this version is recommended for
proper operation. The front edge configuration controls for this module are
not used.

Check the software version of your 8900NET module by navigating to the
Frame Status web page (
version given below the frame graphic. The latest version is recommended
for optimum operation. Check the Grass Valley ftp server at this link for the
latest 8900NET release:

ftp://ftp.grassvalley.com/modular/8900/8900NET

Figure 8 on page 25) and noting the software

The 8985PRC consists of a front and rear module set that installs into a
GeckoFlex frame.

Installation of the 8985PRC module set is a process of:

1. Placing the 8900GFR-R rear module in a rear frame slot (page 13),

2. Placing the front module in the corresponding front slot (page 14),

3. Installing the optional SFP Fiber Optic submodule (page 15), and

4. Cabling the signal ports (page 17).

All GeckoFlex front and rear modules can be inserted and removed from an
GeckoFlex frame with power on.

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Module Placement in the GeckoFlex Frame

There are ten front and rear cell locations in the 2 RU Gecko Flex frame
(

Figure 1) to accommodate either audio or analog and digital video module

sets. The 8985 module set uses the 8900GFR-R rear module that can be
installed in any one of the ten rear locations.

Figure 1. GeckoFlex Frame

Installation

8985PRC — Instruction Manual 11

Installation

Module Installation Precautions

Please read and follow the precautions listed below before installing the
front and rear modules and any fiber optic option submodules:

• Use standard anti-static procedures during installation. As modules
can be installed or removed when the GeckoFlex frame is powered up,
before removing the cover, please use an anti-static bracelet tied to a
metal part of the frame.

• Install the rear module first, then the front module, then the optical sub­module option (if used).

• When installing or removing a rear module, loosen or tighten the
screws holding the retainer clips to the frame manually with the
retainer clip tool provided inside the front cover of the frame or use a
2 mm (5/64”) hex screwdriver. Please do not use an electric screw­driver.

Note On newer 751- version GeckoFlex frames, a Rear Retainer Clip removal tool

and 2 extra retainer clips and screws for installing them are provided on the
inside of the frame cover.

• Make every effort to leave the screws holding the retainer clips in place
(do not remove them completely). They are very small and can easily
drop into other equipment causing a shorting hazard. (Two turns of the
screw should be enough to loosen the screws, 3 turns or more will
remove it.)

• When installing a rear module, tighten the screws on the retainer clips
just until snug. Refer to the Mechanical specifications for the retainer
clip screw torque (Table 3 on page 47).

• If using a fiber optic submodule, handle it carefully, use anti-static pre­cautions, and read the Fiber Optic Cleaning Requirement on page 15
before cabling.

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Rear Module Installation

8444 23r0

To install the rear module, refer to Figure 2 and the instructions below:

1. To remove a blank rear adapter cover (or a rear module already

present), manually loosen the two screws holding each retainer clip on
the rear adapter cover or rear module to the frame with the retainer clip
tool provided inside the front cover of the frame (newer model frames
only) or a 2 mm (5/64”) hex screwdriver. Do not remove the screws.

1. After loosening the retainer clip screws, pull up on each retainer clip

and completely remove it, leaving the screws in place.

2. Remove the blank rear adapter cover by inserting needlenose pliers

into the slots in the blank cover and pulling it off.

3. Insert the rear module into the empty slot, guiding it carefully into

place.

4. Replace each retainer clip over the two screws on both sides of the

module and push down to seat the retainer clip.

Installation

5. Tighten the two screws on each retainer clip just until they come into

contract with the retainer clip then tighten about a 1/4 turn more
(snug). The retainer clip screw maximum torque specification is
4-5 inch-lb/0.45-0.6Nm. The retainer clips should not bend or be
bowed.

Note All unused rear slots in a GeckoFlex frame should have a blank rear adapter

cover installed.

Figure 2. Installing Rear Module (751- Version Frame Shown)

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Installation

Front Module Installation

After installing the rear module and the Genlock submodule if required,
install the front module as follows:

1. Remove the front cover of the frame if required.

2. Locate the corresponding front slot.

3. Set on-board jumper Local/Remote, J5, for local and remote operation

(LOC/REM position, pins 2-3) or to lock out remote control (LOCAL
position, pins 1-2).

4. Insert the front module so that the plastic card guides on the module

top and bottom edges go over the upper and lower raised rail guides on
the right of the top and bottom of the slot (Figure 3).

5. Carefully slide the module into the rear connector.

6. Lock the front module ejector tab into the locking pin.

Note Before removing the front module, first remove the Fiber Optic submodule if

present, from the rear module.

Figure 3. Front Module Installation

Card Carriers

Card Carriers

Front Module Side View

Locking Pin

8431_07

Module installed

Slide top and bottom card carriers on module
over top and bottom guides on right of slot.

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Optional Fiber Optic Submodule Installation

After the front and rear modules have been installed, install the SFP Fiber
Optic submodule option if being used into the rear module metal cage
labeled FIBER (
and may be installed or removed with power applied to the module.

CAUTION Use anti-static precautions and handle the submodule carefully when

installing and the removing it.
to clean all fiber connections as described in Fiber Optic Cleaning Require-

ment below.

Refer to Tab le 1 for the correct model of submodule to use with different
software versions.

Table 1. Fiber Optic Submodule Summary

Submodule Type SW 1.3.2 and later SW 1.3.2 and earlier

SFP-13103G-M1DRX Dual Receiver X –

SFP-13103G-M1DTX Dual Transmitter X –

SFP-13103G-M1TRX Transceiver X –

1310nm-DRL Dual Receiver X X

1310nm-DTL Dual Transmitter X X

1310nm-TRL Transceiver X X

Figure 4 on page 16). The SFP submodule is hot-pluggable

Before inserting the fiber cable, it is important

Installation

Fiber Optic Cleaning Requirement

Before making any fiber optic cable mating connections, including installa­tion, and after every de-mating cycle, use an industry standard fiber optic
cleaning kit, including oil-free compressed air, to clean the fiber connectors
and the connectorized fiber end faces. This helps ensure optimum perfor
mance of the fiber optic interface. Industry standard fiber optic cleaning
kits can be purchased on the web and in electronics stores.

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Installation

To install the fiber optic submodule:

1. Slide the fiber optic device into the metal fiber cage with the label and

handle to the right.

2. Push the device in as far as it will go without forcing it. It will not go

completely into the cage.

3. Cable the fiber optic connectors according to the instructions given in

Video Inputs on page 17 and Video Outp ut s on page 18.

Note Fiber inputs or outputs must be enabled in configuration.

Figure 4. Installing Fiber Optics Submodule

J7J9J8

FIBER

Label

Arrow Indicators:

Handle

SFP-13103G-M1DRX

SFP-13103G-M1DTX

8431_03r1

SFP-13103G-M1TRX

Removing an SFP Submodule

If you need to remove an SFP submodule, uncable the fiber optic connec­tion on the rear module first. Then snap the handle out and pull the sub­module slowly out of the metal cage.

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Cabling

Cabling is done on the rear BNCs of the 8900GFR-R module illustrated in

Figure 5. Inputs and outputs are also illustrated on the I/0 Config web page

(I/O Config Web Page on page 32).

Figure 5. 8900GFR-R Rear Module

8900GFR-R

J1 J2

Not Used

J3 J4

Not Used

Installation

Not Used

J5: SDI Out

J7: SDI Out

J9: Coax In

Video Inputs

Connect an HD or SD digital video signal to the Coax input at BNC J9,
and/or to one or both of the fiber inputs at fiber connector J10 (depending
on the type of fiber submodule installed).

J5 J6

J7J9J8

FIBER

Not Used

J6: SDI Out

J8: SDI Out

Fiber Inputs/Outputs
(See Fiber Optic Cabling
at right.)

8666_01r1

Fiber Optic Cabling

SFP-13103G-M1DRX

Fiber Rx 2

Fiber Rx 1

SFP-13103G-M1DTX

Fiber Tx 2

Fiber Tx 1

SFP-13103G-M1TRX

Fiber Tx 2

Fiber Rx 1

Note Refer to Table 3 on page 47 for important video input and external genlock

reference input video frame rate compatibility information.

For fiber optic inputs, a Dual Receiver or Transceiver SFP optical sub­module must be installed. Fiber inputs must be enabled with remote con­trols. Only one video input can be used at a time and must also be selected
with remote controls.

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Installation

Video Outputs

There are four electrical coax video outputs at BNCs J5, J6, J7, and J8.

If a Transceiver SFP optical submodule is installed, one fiber optic output
(TX2) is also available. If a Dual Transmitter SFP optical submodule is
installed, two fiber optic outputs (TX1 and TX2) are also available. Each
fiber optic output must be enabled using remote controls. All coax and fiber
optic outputs can be active at the same time.

J1 – J4 BNCs

These BNCs are not used on the 8985PRC module. BNCs J1 and J3 are
looping inputs that support the optional Genlock submodule on the
8985FSP/FS modules with an external genlock reference. BNCs J2 and J4
output an auto tracking delay signal on the 8985FSP/FS that can be fed to
audio modules to synchronize the audio to the Genlock reference.

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Power Up

Operation Indicator LEDs

Power Up

The front LED indicators and configuration switches are illustrated in

Figure 6. Upon power-up, the green PWR LED should light and the yellow

CONF LED should illuminate for a few seconds for the duration of module
initialization. The on-board configuration switches are not used on this
module even though they may be present on the module.

Note When a media module is first plugged into a GeckoFlex frame, the 8900NET

module (if present) may report a momentary fault. This will clear once the
media module has booted up.

With factory default configuration and a valid input signal connected, the
green PWR and (
illuminate (refer to Tabl e 2 on page 20 to see the possible operating indi­cator combinations).

Figure 6) on the top side of the module front edge should

Figure 6. Front Panel LED Indicators

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Power Up

Table 2. Board Front Edge LED Names and Meaning

LED Indication Condition

FAULT

(red)

COMM

(yellow)

CONF

(yellow)

PWR

(green)

REM OVR

(green)

FRM1

(green)

FRM2

(green)

VID IN

(green)

REF IN

(green)

Off Normal operation.

On continuously Module has detected an internal fault.

Flashing Indicates a warning condition such as configuration problems or missing video. Check inputs and configuration settings.

Off No activity on frame communication bus.

3 Quick Pulses Locate Module command received by the module from a remote control system.

Short flash Activity present on the frame communication bus.

Off Module is in normal operating mode.

On continuously Module is initializing, changing operating modes or programming hardware.

3 Quick Pulses Locate Module command received by the module from a remote control system.

Off No power to module or module’s DC/DC converter failed.

On continuously Normal operation, module is powered.

Off

On

Off

On

Off

On

Off Indicates no valid input signal is being detected.

On Indicates a valid input signal is being detected.

On

Off

Not used on this module.

Not used on this module.

Not used on this module.

Not used on this module.

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Configuration

Configuration Overview

Configuration

The 8985PRC module can only be configured remotely using the 8900NET
network interface GUI or a networked Newton control panel. An 8900NET
module running software version 4.3.0 is required. (See

ments on page 10 for instructions for upgrading this software.)

Refer to the following sections for configuration instructions:

• Configuration Overview (page 21)

• Remote Control and Monitoring (page 23)

• Configuration Parameter Summary (page 53)

Operation of these control types is explained in detail in their respective
sections of this manual.

This section provides a brief overview of all parameters that can be config­ured on the 8985PRC module. Use this section in conjunction with the spe­cific configuration method instructions for each configuration type. Tab le 6

on page 53 provides a summary in table format of all parameters and their

ranges, default values, and remote web page and Newton control panel
function names and locations for setting each value.

Software Require-

Video Input Selection

Set the type of input connection from a coaxial electrical input or, if an
optional SFP Fiber Optic submodule is installed, one of the fiber optic
inputs.

System Configuration

System configuration is required for the input type and line rate and allows
enabling of the colorbars test signal.

Split Screen Control

A Split Screen function can be enabled for comparing the unprocessed
input to the processed output. This function is very useful when using the
color correction or video processor controls. The Split Screen orientation
can be set vertically or horizontally and can be adjusted for the amount of
video to be displayed (10-90%). Interactive Split Screen controls are present
on the System Config, Video Processing, and Color Correction web pages.

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Color Correction

Color correction controls are provided for making RGB gain, offset and
gamma correction adjustments. Each color channel can be adjusted sepa
rately or a total gain or total gamma can be applied to all channels.

Gamma controls brighten and darken the gray intensity of the signal.
Raising the gamma above 1.0, brightens the gray intensity. Lowering the
gamma below 1.0, darkens the gray intensity.

Video Processing Adjustments

Component level (Y, Cr, Cb) adjustments are provided in the Video pro­cessor for video gain and offset, chroma gain, phase control (hue), and color
saturation. Each color component can be adjusted separately or the total
gain can be adjusted.

User Settings

Module default parameters and default signal names can be recalled at any
time for the entire module or subsets of parameters such as the color cor
rector or video processor.

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On the web pages, a Defaults button at the bottom of each applicable web
page is available to return the parameters on that page to the factory
defaults.

Save and load module configuration to/from a file are also provided on the
web pages.

Video Outputs

When there is a Dual Transmitter (2 outputs) or Transceiver (1 output) fiber
optic submodule installed, one or both fiber outputs must be enabled for
operation.

The SD or HD horizontal video output delay can also be set in pixels.

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Remote Configuration and Monitoring

8985PRC module configuration and monitoring must be performed
remotely using a web browser GUI interface or a networked Newton
Control Panel when the 8900NET Network Interface module is present in
the GeckoFlex frame. Each of these interfaces is described below.

Note The local configuration switches are present but not active on this module.

8900NET Module Information

Refer to the 8900NET Network Interface Module Instruction Manual for infor­mation on the 8900NET Network Interface module and setting up and
operating the GeckoFlex frame network.

Note The 8900NET module in the GeckoFlex frame must be running software

version 4.3.0 or higher for proper remote and control panel operation.
Upgrade software and instructions for the 8900NET can be downloaded from
the Grass Valley web site.

Configuration

Newton Control Panel Configuration

A Newton Control Panel (hard or soft version) can be interfaced to the
GeckoFlex frame over the local network. Refer to the documentation that
accompanies the Newton Modular Control System for installation, config
uration, and operation information.

Control panel access offers the following considerations for module config­uration and monitoring:

• Ability to separate system level tasks from operation ones, minimizing

the potential for on-air mistakes.

• Ability to group modular products—regardless of their physical loca-

tions—into logical groups (channels) that you can easily manipulate
with user-configured knobs.

• Update software for applicable modules and assign frame and panel IP

addresses with the NetConfig Networking application.

• Recommended for real-time control of module configuration parame-

ters, providing the fastest response time.

Note Not all module functions are available with the control panel, such as E-MEM

and factory default recalls. The available control panel controls for the
8985PRC module are listed in Table 6 on page 53.

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An example of the Newton Configurator is shown in Figure 7 on page 24.

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Figure 7. Newton Configurator Example

Web Browser Interface

The web browser interface provides a graphical representation of module
configuration and monitoring.

Use of the web interface offers the following considerations:

• Provides complete access to all module status and configuration func­tions, including naming of inputs and outputs, factory parameter and
name default recalls, E-MEM functions, slot configuration, and SNMP
monitoring controls.

• Web access will require some normal network time delays for pro­cessing of information.

• Configuration parameter changes may require pressing

Enter, upload processing time, and a manual screen refresh to become

effective.

• Web interface recommended for setting up module signal and slot
names, E-MEMS, and reporting status for SNMP and monitoring.

Apply button or

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Configuration

8431_08r3

The Links section lists the frame and its current modules. The selected link's Status
page is first displayed and the sub-list of links for the selection is opened. The sub-list
allows you to select a particular information page for the selected device.

Content display section

displays the information page
for the selected frame or module (frame slot icons are also
active links).

Refresh button for manual
update of page

Refer to the Frame Status page shown in Figure 8. The modules can be
addressed by clicking either on a specific module icon in the frame status
display or on a module name or slot number in the link list on the left.

Note The physical appearance of the menu displays on the web pages shown in

this manual represent the use of a particular platform, browser and version
of 8900NET module software. They are provided for reference only. Displays
will differ depending on the type of platform and browser you are using and
the version of the 8900NET software installed in your system. This manual
reflects Windows XP and an 8900NET module with software version 4.3.0.

For information on status and fault monitoring and reporting shown on the
Status page, refer to

Figure 8. GeckoFlex Frame Status Page

Status Monitoring Summary on page 49.

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Configuration

Web Page Operations and Functional Elements

The following conventions and functional elements (shown at left) are used
in GeckoFlex web page operations. (The examples shown throughout this
manual represent 8900NET software version 4.3.0 and later):

Pulldown Menus

Button

Radio button

Check box

Refresh button

Coarse Adjust

Fine Adjust

Enter

Low Limit

Status Indicator

Entry Field

High Limit

• Pulldown menus allow you to choose selections from a list.

• Clicking on a button performs an immediate action such as recall of
defaults, clearing of states, learning configurations, and selecting all or
none of a selection.

• Radio buttons are used to make a choice of one parameter in a group.

• Check boxes are used when a selection can be enabled or included in a
group. Multiple check box selections or enables can be made for some
parameters.

Refresh button (circular arrow) is provided at the top of each web page

•A
for manual refresh to view recently changed parameters.

• Each numerical adjustment control has a

Coarse adjust button (left and

right top double arrows) which increases or decreases the step value by
a factor of 10. The

Fine adjust button (left and right inside single arrows)

increases or decreases the step value by 1.

To change a value, use the arrow button controls or enter a value into
the number field and select the

Enter button (*) or use the Enter key on

your keyboard. The Status Indicator bar will follow the value selected.

Use the Low and High Limit buttons to go directly to the lowest and
highest limits for the parameter.

Status LED

• An entry field allows naming of various module functions such as

8341_13

input or output signals, asset tag, and slot identification.

•The

Status LED icon indicates module status and is a link to the module

Status web page where status is reported.

Status LED colors indicate:

• Green = Pass – no problems detected

• Yellow = Configuration error warning

• Red = Fault condition detected

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Web Page Headers

Each configuration web page has a Status and Identification Header as
shown in Figure 9.

Figure 9. 8985PRC Web Page Header

The header information on each web page of the 8985PRC module includes
the following:

• Model and Description are read-only generated by the module.

Frame Location is defined on the 8900 Series GeckoFlex Frame Configura-

•

tion web page.

Slot number reports the module’s location in the frame.

•

Input Video Standard reports the input video type and rate selected on the

•

System Config web page.

•

Input Video reports the status of the video input to the module.

Output Timing Source reports the output timing source. This module has no

•

frame sync controls and will always report

Split Screen status is reported (Enabled or Disabled) as set on the System

•

Config, Color Correction, or Video Proc Amp web pages.

Fiber Module Type is reported on the Video Input and Video Output web

•

page headers only on this module.

Web pages with configuration parameters each have a
bottom of the page to allow resetting of
page. Default values for all parameters are listed in Tab le 6 on page 53.

default parameters for only that

Input.

Defaults button at the

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Web Page Links

The web interface GUI provides the following links and web pages for the
8985PRC module (see links at left):

• Status – reports input and output sign
tion status, module status and information, warnings and errors
(page 29),

• I/O Config – shows a graphic representation of inputs and outputs of
the module and allows naming of each input and enabling and dis­abling of signal reporting (page 32),

• Video Input – allows selection of the video input source and provides
the status of all sources, including fiber optic submodule option inputs
(page 33),

• System Config – set input video rate and line standard, enable colorbars
test signal, and controls for the Split Screen functions (page 34),

• Color Correction – provides RGB gain, offset and gamma correction
adjustments and controls for the Split Screen functions (page 36),

• Video Proc – provides overall video processing for the HD or SD signal
and a control for Split Screen functions (page 38),

• User Settings – allows recalling of factory defaults for all module
parameters or factory signal names, and provides a save/load configu­ration file function (page 40),

• Video Out – enable and disable the fiber optic outputs when a fiber
module is installed and set SD or HD horizontal video output delay
(page 43), and

al status, frame bus communica-

• Slot Config – provides Locate Module, Slot Identification, and Slot
Memory functions along with links to the 8900NET SNMP, LED
Reporting, and Frame Alarm configuration web pages (page 44).

A summary table of all module paramete
Newton Control panel controls is given in Tab le 6 on page 53.

rs including defaults, ranges, and

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Status Web Page

Use
this
link

The Status web page (Figure 10 on page 31) reports information and status
about the front media and rear modules and any submodules present (if

licable for the module) in both graphical (using color to indicate status)

app
and textual formats. It also reports the status of the input and reference
video signals to the module and submodules, and the Frame Bus status.
Video and reference signal reporting can be enabled and disabled at the
module level on the I/O Config web page (page 32).

Configuration

In general, graphics and text colors us
lowing:

• Green = Pass – signal or reference present, no problems detected.

Red = Fault – fault condition.

•

• Yellow = Warning – signal is absent, has errors, or is mis-configured.

• Gray = Not monitored.

Note Always refresh the page first with the Refresh button at the top of the page

(shown at left) to update the current status of the web page.

ed for status indication are the fol-

Web Page Header

The content of the web page header for the module is described in detail in

Web Page Header on

page 29.

Module Physical Structure

Status is reported for the front, rear, and optional submodules as follows:

• Rear Module – the presence, name, an

module is reported in the graphic on the left. If the rear module is the
wrong type or missing, the graphic will indicate the status by color and
text within the graphic.

d internal status of the rear

• Front Processing Module – the presence, name, and internal status of

the front processing module is reported in the graphic on the right. The
graphic will indicate the status of the front module by color and text
within the graphic.

• Fiber Module – the optional fiber optic submodule status will be shown

in the box on the front module graphic. When a fiber optic submodule
is installed, the type will be reported in the top header and the Status
text below the graphic on the right.

• Genlock Submodule – the 8900GEN-SM submodule is not used on this

module.

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Configuration

Status is reported for each of the following video or reference signals:

• Video In – indicates the status of the video input to the module from the
coax BNC, or one of two possible fiber optic inputs (depending on the
type of fiber optic connector installed).

• Video Out – (gray) not monitored in this application.

• Genlock Ref In – (gray) not applicable so not monitored on this module.

• Frame Bus – indicates the status of the communication bus between the
8900NET module and the module.

Warning/Fault/Message Reporting

Faults, warnings, and informational messages from the module are dis­played between the double bars below the graphic.

Note Many of these warnings are informational only and concern frame rate com-

patiblilty. Pay close attention to the frame rate compatibility explanations and
tables in this manual.

Module Status

Module status for the front and rear modules (and any submodules if appli­cable) are reported as PASS, WARNING, ERROR, or EMPTY on the right at
the bottom of the display.

Front Module Information

Information about the module, such as part number, serial number, hard­ware revision and software, firmware, and boot versions, and asset tag
number (assigned on the
left at the bottom of the display.

Slot Config Web Page on page 44) are given on the

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Figure 10. 8985PRC Status Web Page

Configuration

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Configuration

Use
this
link

I/O Config Web Page

Use the I/O Config web page (Figure 11) for the following:

Rear Connectors

All of the input and output connectors on the corresponding 8985PRC rear
module are illustrated on the I/O Config web page. BNCs J1, J2, J3, and J4
are not used for this module.

The inputs can be configured with

Signal Naming – type the desired input name (up to 11 characters) into the

•
corresponding boxes for each input. Each signal has a default name. To
recall default factory names, refer to Recall Factory Defaults and Names on

page 40. The status of each input is indicated by the color of the display.

Reporting Enabling – status reporting of each input type can be enabled or

•
disabled by selecting or deselecting the corresponding checkbox in the

Reporting Enabled column for each input type. You may disable reporting

for inputs not being used if desired to avoid error messages. The

Reporting Enabled column is also used when an SNMP monitoring appli-

cation such as NetCentral is installed.

Refer to on page 48 for an explanation of the color coding and using an
SNMP monitoring application.

Note Outputs are not monitored in this application.

Figure 11. 8985PRC I/O Config Web Page

the following controls:

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Video Input Web Page

Use
this
link

Use the Video Input web page (Figure 12) to select and monitor the video
input source to the module with the following:

Video Input Selection

This section provides the following for the video input signal:

Select Input Video – select the input source from the rear module from one

•

of the following:

•

Coax – corresponds to BNC input J9.

Fiber RX 1 – will be present when either a Dual Receiver or Trans-

•
ceiver fiber optic submodule is installed, or

Fiber RX 2 – will be present when a Dual Receiver submodule is

•
installed.

Signal Name – the signal name defined on the I/O Config web page will

•
appear in each field.

Configuration

•

Signal State – this field reports the status of the input video signal as
Present, Not Present, or Not Supported (no fiber submodule installed).

Figure 12. Video In Web Page

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Use
this
link

Refresh button

System Config Web Page

Use the System Config web page (Figure 14 on page 35) to set the following
system configuration parameters for the module:

Input Video

Use the following controls to set the video input type and rate. Refer to

Ta bl e 6 on page 53 for a complete list of available input types and rates.

Input Type – select the radio button corresponding to the input type.

•

Input Rate – select the desired input rate from the pulldown.

•

Pressing the
the System Config web page or with an E-MEM recall will cause the
module to reboot. It will take approximately 30 seconds to re-initialize.
During this time a Wait Page (Figure 13) will appear. Wait for the operation
to complete then select the

Figure 13. Wait Page

Defaults button or changing the Input Type from HD to SD on

Refresh button to update the web page.

Test Output

An internally generated colorbars test signal may be enabled on the output
of the module by checking the
output before going on-air.

Enabled checkbox. Be sure to disable this

Split Screen

Use a horizontal or vertical split screen to compare the unprocessed input
video (top or right) to the processed output video (bottom or left). This
control is duplicated and tied together with the Split Screen controls on the
Color Correction and Video Proc web pages. Changes made on any one of
the Split Screen controls will control all three screens.

Split Enable – enable the split screen by checking the Split Enabled

•
checkbox.

Orientation – select the orientation of the split screen with the Vertical or

•

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Horizontal radio button.

Configuration

• Position – use this control to set the amount of horizontal or vertical split

(10 to 90%) of unprocessed video to appear on the screen.

Figure 14. System Config Web Page

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Configuration

Use
this
link

Color Correction Web Page

Use the Color Correction web page (Figure 15 on page 37) to make RGB
gain, offset and gamma corr
function.

The Color Correction processing must be enabled before adjustments can
be made. Select the

Color Correction

The Color Correction section provides the following RGB controls:

Gain Adjustments – set the gain from 0 to 200% for the R, G, and/or

•
B channel with the corresponding control or adjust all of the gains
together by adjusting the

Offset Adjustments – set the offset from ± 100% for the R, G, or B channel

•
with the corresponding control or adjust all of the offsets together by
adjusting the

Gamma Correction – set gamma correction with the R Gamma Correction,

•

G Gamma Correction, and/or B Gamma Correction or adjust all channels

together using the
above 1.0, brightens the gray intensity. Lowering the gamma below 1.0,
darkens the gray intensity.

RGB Offset control.

ection adjustments and control the Split Screen

VCC Enable checkbox to enable these controls.

Total Gain control.

Total Gamma Correction control. Raising the gamma

Split Screen

Use a horizontal or vertical split screen to compare the unprocessed input
video (top or right) to the processed output video (bottom or left). This
control is duplicated and tied together with the Split Screen controls on the
System Config and Video Proc web pages. Changes made on any one of the
Split Screen controls will control all three screens.

Split Enable – enable the split screen by checking the Split Enabled

•
checkbox.

Orientation – select the orientation of the split screen with the Vertical or

•

Horizontal radio button.

Position – use this control to set the amount of horizontal or vertical split

•
(10 to 90%) of unprocessed video to appear on the screen.

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Figure 15. Color Correction Web Page

Configuration

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Configuration

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this
link

Video Proc Web Page

The Video Proc web page (Figure 16 on page 39) provides overall video
processing for the HD or SD sign

Video Processing Controls

The Video Proc controls must be enabled by checking the VPA Enable
checkbox.

The following controls are provided for video processing:

Y/Cb/Cr Gain – set the gain for the Y, Cb, or Cr channel from 0 to 200% with

•
the corresponding control or adjust all gains together by using the

Gain

control.

Y/Cb/Cr Offset – set the offset ± 100% for the Y, Cb, and Cr channels with

•
the corresponding control.

•

Color Saturation – adjust the percentage of color saturation relative to

100%.

al for the 8985PRC module.

Total

Split Screen

Use a horizontal or vertical split screen to compare the unprocessed input
video (top or right) to the processed output video (bottom or left). This
control is duplicated and tied together with the Split Screen controls on the
System Config and Color Correction web pages. Changes made on any one
of the Split Screen controls will control all three screens.

Split Enable – enable the split screen by checking the Split Enabled

•
checkbox.

Orientation – select the orientation of the split screen with the Vertical or

•

Horizontal radio button.

Position – use this control to set the amount of horizontal or vertical split

•
(10 to 90%) of unprocessed video to appear on the screen.

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Figure 16. Video Proc Web Pager

Configuration

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this
link

User Settings Web Page

The User Settings web page (Figure 17) provides a save/load function for
configuration files and a way to recall
signal names for the entire module.

Recall Factory Defaults and Names

Use the two button at the bottom of the web page to do the following:

Set Factory Defaults – select the Set Factory Defaults button to recall factory

•
settings to the module. Defaults for all module parameters are listed in

Table 6 on page 53.

Set Factory Names – select the Set Factory Names button to recall factory

•
signal names to the module. Defaults for all signal names are displayed
on the I/O Config web page shown in Figure 11 on page 32.

Figure 17. User Settings Web Page

factory defaults parameters and

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File Operations

Configuration files from the 8985PRC module may be saved to a file and
stored offline for later recall.

To save a file, do the following:

1. Save the current configuration on the module to a file by selecting the

Save to... button on the User Settings web page (Figure 17 on page 40)

which will bring up the File Download screen (not shown).

2. In the File Download screen select Save.

3. This will bring up the Save As screen shown in Figure 18.

4. Enter a name in the File name field. This file is saved as a .bin type.

Figure 18. Save As Screen.

To load and recall a file, do the following:

1. Selecting the Load From... button on the User Settings web page

(Figure 17 on page 40) which will bring up the Load Settings web page
shown in Figure 19 on page 42.

2. Enter a path and file name or select Browse... to locate the directory

where the files have been saved.

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Figure 19. Load Settings Web Page.

3. This will bring up the Choose File screen shown in Figure 20.

4. Select a file to load and then press Open to bring the file into the filename

field.

5. Press the Load button in the Load Settings web page (Figure 19) to load

the file to the module.

Note The parameters stored in this file will immediately be loaded to the module.

This could change the status of the output so be sure to be aware of the
changes or be off air before uploading a configuration file.

Figure 20. Choose File Screen

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Video Out Web Page

Use
this
link

Use the Video Out web page (Figure 21) to enable or disable the SFP Fiber
Optic submodule outputs when present and set the horizontal video delay
on the video output.

Note Fiber optic outputs will be present when either a Dual Transmitter (TX1 and

TX2) or a Transceiver (TX2) Fiber Optic submodule is installed.

Output Enables

This section provides the following for the video output signal:

Fiber TX1 – check the Enabled checkbox to enable the output (Dual Trans-

•

mitter fiber optic submodule installed).

Fiber TX2 – check the Enabled checkbox to enable the output (Dual Trans-

•

mitter or Transceiver fiber optic submodule installed).

SD/HD Video Delay (pixels)

Configuration

The horizontal video delay can be adjusted in 1.0 pixel steps for HD video
and 0.5 pixel steps for SD video.

Figure 21. Video Output Web Page

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this
link

Slot Config Web Page

Use the Slot Config web page shown in Figure 22 on page 45 to perform the
following functions on the module:

Locate Module

Selecting Flash from the Locate Module pulldown flashes the yellow COMM
and CONF LEDs on the front of the module so it can be located in the
frame.

Slot Identification

You may identify the module by typing a specific name in the Name field.
The assigned name is stored on the 8900NET module and travels with the
8900NET module if it is moved to another frame. Select
factory default module name.

Default to enter the

An asset identification may be
on the module Status web page and in the NetConfig inventory report.

entered in the Asset Tag field. This will appear

Slot Memory

The slot configuration for each media module is automatically polled and
refreshed periodically (about every 50 minutes) by the 8900NET module
when the
page (with version 4.3.0 software) and/or the
on any media module Slot Config web page (Figure 22 on page 45) is
selected.

When the
web page has been selected, the current configuration from that module is
saved in slot memory on the 8900NET module. This allows the current
module to be removed and when another module of the same type, part
number, and software version is installed, the configuration saved to the
8900NET module will be downloaded to the new module. The

Install

configuration is removed.

Note Make sure all modules of the same type are running the same software

Always Slot Refresh checkbox on the 8900NET Configuration web

Restore upon Install checkbox

Restore upon Install checkbox on any media module Slot Config

Restore upon

checkbox must be selected before the current module with the saved

version and have the same part number silk-screened on the printed circuit
board. Downloading a configuration to a module with a different software
version or part number can produce unexpected results.

If a different type of module is installed in this slot, a warning message will
state that the original module type has been replaced with another module
type. In this case, a
configuration from the previous module.

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Clear button will appear allowing you to clear the stored

Configuration

You may also select the Learn Module Config button at any time to save the
current configuration for this slot. The configuration is saved on the
8900NET module. If the 8900NET module is removed or powered down,
the stored configurations are not saved.

When no Restore upon Install checkboxes on any of the media module Slot
Config web pages are selected and the
8900NET Configuration web page is unchecked, the slot refresh polling
function on the 8900NET module will be disabled. See the
checkbox description in the 8900NET (Net Card) Network Interface Instruc
tion Manual for more details.

Note Uncheck the Restore Upon Install button before downloading new software.

Figure 22. Slot Config Web Page

Always Slot Refresh checkbox on the

Always Slot Refresh

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Software Updating

Frame Health Reports Link

Select the Frame Health Reports link to open the 8900NET module Frame
Alarm Reporting web page. This web page allows configuration of the
alarms and warnings that are reported to the external Frame Health Alarm
connector on the rear of the GeckoFlex frame.

LED Reports Link

Select the LED Reports link to open the 8900NET LED Reporting web page.
Normally, every module in the frame will report to the 8900NET module
any Fault, Signal Loss, Reference Loss, or Config Error conditions. These
conditions will be reflected by the status LEDs on the 8900NET module.
Using this web page, any of these conditions can be disabled from being
reported to the 8900NET module for each individual module in the frame.

SNMP Trap Reports Link

Select the SNMP Trap Reports link to open the 8900NET SNMP Reporting
web page. This link will only be present when SNMP Agent software has
been installed on the 8900NET module. This web page allows configura
tion of which alarms and warnings that are reported to the SNMP manage­ment software.

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Refer to the 8900NET Instruction Manual for complete details on using the
8900NET web pages.

Software Updating

Software updating of the 8985PRC modules is done using the NetConfig
Networking Application PC option. This application is available free of
charge from the Grass Valley web site. Refer to the current 8985PRC Release
Notes for software updating instructions.

Software updating requires the presence of the 8900NET module running
software version 4.3.0. Refer to
acquiring the latest version 8900NET software.

All modular product documentation can be found in PDF format on the
Grass Valley web site at this link:

www.grassvalley.com/docs/modular

Software Requirements on page 10 for

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Specifications

Table 3. 8985PRC Specifications

Parameter Value

Serial Digital Input

Number and type of input 1 non-isolated terminating BNC

Input impedance 75 ohm

Input return loss > 15 dB from 5 MHz to 1.5 GHz

Input signal level 800 mV +/- 10%

Input DC tolerance +/- 0.25 mV maximum

Serial mode hum voltage 1 V p-p to 60 Hz maximum

Common mode rejection ratio (CMMR) N/A

Auto equalization 325 meters of Belden 1694A or 270 Mb/s

Reclocking Yes

Input lock range +/- 100 PPM

Input signal type HD-SDI:

Serial Digital Outputs

Connector type Coax BNC, optional fiber optic SFP

Number of outputs 4

Output impedance 75 ohm

Return loss > 15 dB 5 MHz-270 MHz

Output signal level SDI 800 mV p-p, +/- 10%

Rise/fall time (20-80%) 140 ps for HD

Output jitter
(in low jitter mode)

Electrical Length (Delay)

HD modes 104 pixels

SD mode 90 pixels

Precision ± 1 pixel

Power

Power dissipation < 8.0 W (with fiber optic submodule)

125 meters of Belden 1694A for 1.5 Gb/s

• 1080i 59.9 / 50

• 1080p24/sF24

• 720p 59.9 /50

SD-SDI:

• 480i59.9

• 576i50

> 15 dB typical 270 MHz - 1.5 GHz

500 ps for SD

< 0.2 UI HD > 100 kHz
< 1.0 UI HD 10 Hz-100 kHz
< 0.2 UI SD < 1 kHz

Specifications

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Specifications

Table 3. 8985PRC Specifications - (continued)

Parameter Value

Mechanical

Frame type GeckoFlex

Number of rear slots required 1 slot

Rear module type 8900GFR-R

Rear module retainer clip screw torque 4-5 inch-lb/0.45-0.60Nm

Environmental

Frame temperature range

Operating humidity range

Non-operating temperature

Refer to GeckoFlex Frames 8900FX/FF/FFN Signal Processing
Systems Instruction Manual at:

www.grassvalley.com/docs/modular

Table 4. SFP Receiver/Transceiver Fiber Optic Submodule Specifications

Model Number SFP-13103G-M1DRX SFP-13103G-M1TRX

Low wavelength 1260nm 1260nm

High wavelength 1620nm 1620nm

Receiver channels 2 1

Connector type LC

Fiber support Single mode

Data rate 50Mb/s to 3Gb/s

Maximum distance @ 3Gb/s 10km

Minimum distance 30km

Tab l e 5 . S F P Tr a ns m it te r /Tr a ns c ei v er Fiber Optic Submodule Specifications

Model Number SFP-13103G-M1DTX SFP-13103G-M1TRX

Wavelength 1 1310 nm 1310 nm

Wavelength 2 1310 nm N/A

Transmit channels 2 1

Connector type LC

Fiber support Single-mode

Data rate 143 Mb/s to 2.97 Gb/s

Power output -5 to 0 dBm (-2dBm typical)

Maximum distance 10 km

Maximum distance 20 km

1

The 1310 nm Dual Transmitter and Transceiver require no attenuation between fiber transmitter and receiver con-

nections at any length.

1

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Status Monitoring Summary

There are a number of ways to monitor frame and module status. These
methods are summarized here. For more detailed information, refer to the

8900NET (Net Card) Network Interface Module Instruction Manual and the
8900 Gecko or 8900 GeckoFlex Frame Instruction Manuals.

All modular product documentation is available on-line in PDF format at
this link:

www.grassvalley.com/docs/modular

The main status monitoring methods include the following:

• External frame alarm output on the rear of the 8900 frame with

reporting from the Module Health Bus and other frame status alarm
reports,

• LEDs on the Frame, 8900NET module, and individual frame media

modules,

• Web browser status reporting for each frame component, and

Status Monitoring Summary

• SNMP traps, captured by Grass Valley’s NetCentral or another SNMP

Manager Application.

Note SNMP trap information is only available when an SNMP Agent has been

installed and configured.

External Frame Alarm

An external Frame Alarm output is available on pins 8 and 9 of the RS-232
connector on the rear of the frame. The Frame Alarm outputs a voltage
level indicating there is an alarm condition on the Module Health Bus or
one of the other frame components reported to the Frame Monitor module
in a Gecko 8900TF or GeckoFlex 8900FF frame or the 8900NET module in
an 8900TFN and GeckoFlex 8900FFN frame.

• The Module Health bus is a separate line on the frame motherboard

that provides a means for older or less capable modules (such as DAs
with no microprocessor) that cannot communicate over the Frame
(serial) bus to report warning and alarm conditions to the external
Frame Alarm. All media modules in the frame report a voltage level to
this line when a warning condition occurs on the module. The specific
warning or module location is not reported, only an indication that an
warning condition has occurred.

• Frame alarm reporting from other frame components can be enabled

and disabled using DIP switches on the Frame Monitor and 8900NET
module. For frames with an 8900NET module, the Frame Alarm
Reporting web page allows configuration of the alarms and warnings
that are reported to this external Frame Health Alarm.

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Status Monitoring Summary

LED Reporting

Web Browser Interface

LEDs on the front of media modules, the Frame Monitor or 8900NET mod­ules, and the front covers of the 8900TF/TFN and GeckoFlex FF/FFN
frames indicate status of the frame and the installed power supplies, fans
in the front covers, and module status. (The 8900TX-V/A and GeckoFlex
8900FX frames have no LED indicators on the front cover.)

LED reporting from the modules in the frame to the 8900NET module is
configurable using the 8900NET LED Reporting web page. LEDs for the
8900NET module are described in the 8900NET (Net Card) Network Interface
Instruction Manual.

The Status LEDs for this module are described in Operation Indicator LEDs

on page 19.

The 8900NET module controls a web browser GUI that indicates frame and
module status on the following web pages:

• Frame Status web page – reports overall frame and module status in

• Module Status web page (Figure 8 on page 25) – shows specific input

• A Status LED icon on each web page reflects the module status on the

SNMP Reporting

The Gecko 8900 Series system uses the Simple Network Monitoring Pro­tocol (SNMP) internet standard for reporting status information to remote
monitoring stations. When SNMP Agent software is installed on the
8900NET module, enabled status reports are sent to an SNMP Manager
such as the Grass Valley’s NetCentral application.

Status reporting for the frame is enabled or disabled with the configuration
DIP switches on the 8900NET module. Most module status reporting items
can be enabled or disabled on individual configuration web pages.

colored graphical and text formats. Refer to the Figure 8 on page 25 for
an example.

and reference signal configuration error status to the module along
with module status and information (part number, serial number, hard­ware version, software/firmware/boot versions, and Asset number (as
assigned on the Slot Config web page).

module Status web page where warnings and faults are displayed and
is a link to the module Status web page.

50 8985PRC — Instruction Manual

Service

Power-Up Diagnostic Failure

Troubleshooting

Service

The 8985PRC modules make extensive use of surface-mount technology
and programmed parts to achieve compact size and adherence to
demanding technical specifications. Circuit boards should not be serviced
in the field unless directed otherwise by Customer Service.

If the module has not passed self-diagnostics, do not attempt to trouble­shoot. Return the unit to Grass Valley (see Module Repair).

Electronic Circuit Breaker

An electronic circuit breaker on the module works during a fault condition
or an overcurrent to cut off power to the module in place of a fuse.

If power has been cut off to module, remove the module and replace it in
the frame to reset. If the problem persists contact Grass Valley Customer
Service.

Module Repair

If the module is still not operating correctly, replace it with a known good
spare and return the faulty module to a designated Grass Valley repair
depot. Call your Grass Valley Customer Service representative for depot
locations.

Contacting Grass Valley

If you need to contact Grass Valley for any module issues, refer to Con­tacting Grass Valley on page 4 at the front of this document for the Grass

Valley Customer Service Information number.

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Functional Description

Option

HD/SD

SDI in

SD/HD

Optical In

4X HD/SD
SDI Out

RX 2

Fiber

Receiver

RX 1

RGB Video
Proc Amp

YUV Video
Proc Amp

Equalizer

Functional Description

A block diagram of the 8985PRC module is shown in Figure 23.

Figure 23. 898PRC Block Diagram

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Configuration Parameter Summary

Ta bl e 6 provides a complete summary of the 8985PRC functions and a com-

parison of the functionality available with the web page and Newton
control panel control type along with the ranges and default values for each
parameter.

Table 6. Summary of 8985PRC Configuration Functions

Function

Type

Reference Signal Loss Reporting N/A

Coax Input Signal Loss Reporting On On or Off

Fiber Input 1 and 2 Signal Loss
Reporting

Video Input Selection COAX

Input video type HD 59.94

Input video rate 1080i

Test Output Color Bars signal Disabled Enable or Disable

Enable or disable split screen Disabled Enabled or Disabled

Split screen orientation Vertical Horizontal or Vertical

Split Screen position
(% of unprocessed video)

Default

On On or Off

50%

Range/Choices

Resolution

COAX,

Fiber RX 1,

or Fiber RX 2

HD 59.94,

SD,

HD 50, or

HD 24

HD 59.94:

1080i/59.94 or 720p/59.94

SD:

480i/59.94 or 576i/50

HD 50:

1080i/50 or 720p/50

HD 24:

1080sf/24 or 1080p/24

10 to 90%

(1% steps)

Web Page/

Function Name

I/O Config/

COAX In

Reporting Enabled checkbox

I/O Config/

Fiber Video in/Out 1 and 2

Reporting Enabled checkbox

Video In/

Video Input Select

Video Input Selection

radio button

System Config/

Input Video

Input Rate radio button

System Config/

Input Video

Input Type pulldown

System Config/

Test Output

Colorbars Enabled checkbox

System Config/, or

Color Correction/, or

Video Proc/, or

Split Screen

Split: Enabled checkbox

System Config/, or

Color Correction/, or

Video Proc/, or

Split Screen: Orientation:

radio button

System Config/, or

Color Correction/, or

Video Proc/, or

Split Screen: Position (%)

Newton
Control

Panel

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

ClrBars

SplitEn

SSOrt

SSPos

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Configuration Parameter Summary

Table 6. Summary of 8985PRC Configuration Functions

Function

Type

VCC (Video Color Correction)
enable control

Adjust R gain 100%

Adjust G gain 100%

Adjust B gain 100%

Adjust total gain 100%

Adjust R offset 0

Adjust G offset 0

Adjust B offset 0

Adjust total offset 0

Adjust R gamma 1.0

Adjust G gamma 1.0

Adjust B gamma 1.0

Adjust total gamma 100

Set Color Correction to unity N/A See Defaults column

VPA (Video Proc Amp)
enable control

Adjust Y gain (contrast) 100%

Adjust color saturation
(chroma gain)

Adjust Cb gain 100%

Adjust Cr gain 100%

Adjust Y Offset
(brightness)

Adjust Cb offset 0

Adjust Cr offset 0

Default

Enable Enable or Disable

On On or Off

100%

0

Range/Choices

Resolution

0 to 200%
(1% steps)

0 to 200%
(1% steps)

0 to 200%
(1% steps)

0 to 200%
(1% steps)

± 100%

(1% steps)

± 100%

(1% steps)

± 100%

(1% steps)

0 to 200%
(1% steps)

0.25 to 4.00

(0.01 unit steps)

0.25 to 4.00

(0.01 unit steps)

0.25 to 4.00

(0.01 unit steps)

0.25 to 4.00

(0.01 unit steps)

0 to 200%
(1% steps)

0 to 200%
(1% steps)

0 to 200%
(1% steps)

0 to 200%
(1% steps)

± 100%

(1% steps)

± 100%

(1% steps)

± 100%

(1% steps)

Web Page/

Function Name

Color Correction/

VCC Enable

Enable checkbox

Color Correction/

R Gain (%)

Color Correction/

G Gain (%)

Color Correction/

B Gain (%)

Color Correction/

Total Gain (%)

Color Correction/

R Offset (%)

Color Correction/

G Offset (%)

Color Correction/

B Offset (%)

Color Correction/

Total Offset (%)

Color Correction/

R Gamma Correction

Color Correction/

G Gamma Correction

Color Correction/

B Gamma Correction

Color Correction/

Total Gamma Correction

Color Correction/

Defaults button

Video Proc/
VPA Enable

Enable checkbox

Video Proc/

Video Processing Controls

Y Gain (%)

Video Proc/

Video Processing Controls

Color Saturation (%)

Video Proc/

Video Processing controls

Cb Gain (%)

Video Proc/

Video Processing Controls

Cr Gain (%)

Video Proc/

Video Processing Controls

Y Offset (%)

Video Proc/

Video Processing Controls

Cb Offset (%)

Video Proc/

Video Processing Controls

Cr Offset (%)

Newton

Control

Panel

CC-Enable

R Gn

G Gn

B Gn

RGB Gn

R Off

G Off

B Off

RGB Off

RGmC

GGmC

BGmC

RGBGmC

Unity-VCC

VPrc-Enable

Y Gain

Chro Gn

Cb Gain

Cr Gain

Y Off

Cb Off

Cr Off

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Table 6. Summary of 8985PRC Configuration Functions

Function

Type

Adjust hue 0

Adjust total gain 0

Reset VPA to unity N/A See Defaults column

Recall factory default
parameters

Recall factory default signal names N/A

Enable Fiber TX1 output
(Dual Transmitter fiber optic submod­ule installed.)

Enable Fiber TX2 output
(Dual Transmitter or Transceiver fiber
optic submodule installed.

SD/HD Video Delay
(display follows SD or HD input stan­dard)

Default

N/A See Defaults column

Not Enabled Enabled or Not Enabled

Not Enabled Enabled or Not Enabled

0

Range/Choices

Resolution

-180 to +179 degrees
(1 degree steps)

0 to 200%

(1% steps)

See 8985PRC I/O Config Web

Page on page 32.

0 to 4094 pixels

(SD: 0.5 pixel steps

HD: 1 pixel steps)

Web Page/

Function Name

Video Proc/

Video Processing Controls

Hue (Deg)

Video Proc/

Video Processing Controls

Total Gain

Video Proc/

Default button

User Settings/

Recall Factory Defaults

Set Factory Defaults button

User Settings/

Recall Factory Names

Set Factory Names button

Video Output/

Fiber TX1 Enabled Checkbox

Video Output/

Fiber TX2 Enabled Checkbox

Video Output/

SD/HD Video Delay (pixels) control

Newton
Control

Panel

Hue

VPA Gain

Unity-VPA

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

SD-Delay
HD-Delay

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Configuration Parameter Summary

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Index

Numerics

8900GFR-R rear module

cabling
installation 13
retainer clip screw torque specification 13

8900NET module

required software version
software requirements 10

8985PRC module

block diagram
features 9

17

52

B

blank rear cover 13

C

cabling 17
circuit breaker 51
Clear button 44
Coarse adjust button

overview

coax outputs

cabling

coax video input

cabling
configuration and input type 34

color correction (VCC)

overview
remote control 36

summary table 54
Color Correction web page 36
COMM LED 20
CONF LED

LED table
configuration

Remote, GUI

summary table 53
control panel 23

26

18

17

22

20

23

23

D

documentation online 4

E

external frame alarm 49

F

factory default names

I/O Config web page
remote control 40

factory defaults

recall with remote controls

summary table 53
FAQ database 4
FAULT LED

20

states
fiber optic cleaning kit 15
file operations (save and load) 41
Fine adjust button

overview
Frame Health Reporting 46
Frame Status web page 50
frequently asked questions 4
FRM1 LED 20
FRM2 LED 20
front edge configuration controls 23
front module

installation

removal 14

26

14

32

40

G

gamma correction

overview

summary table 54
Gecko Flex frame

module placement
GeckoFlex frame

22

11

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Index

external frame alarm 49

Genlock Loop

I/O Config web page
graphical user interface (GUI) 28
Grass Valley web site 4

32

I

I/O Config web page 32
input video rate

remote control

summary table 53
input video type

remote control

summary table 53
inputs

specifications
installation

8900GFR-R rear module

front module 14

overview 10

precautions 12

34

34

47

13

updating software

Newton Control Panel

overview
summary table 53

23

46

O

online documentation 4

P

PWR LED 20

R

rear module

installation precautions

retainer clip tool 13
REF IN LED 20
Refresh button 26
REM OVR LED 20
Restore upon Install checkbox 44

12

L

LED Reporting 46
LEDs

front edge
Names and Meanings table 20

Local/Remote jumper

operation
Locate Module function 44
loss of signal reporting

remote controls

summary table 53

19

14

32

M

Module Health Bus 49
module installation precautions 12
module repair 51
Module Status web page 50

N

NetConfig

S

service 51
SFP Fiber Optic submodule

cabling
input cabling 17
models available 15
output cabling 18

signal naming

on I/O Config web page
Slot Config web page 44
slot memory 44
SNMP reporting

enabling

overview 50
software download from web 4
software requirements

8900NET module
software updating 46
specifications 47
split screen

overview

remote control, Color Correction web page 36

17

32

46

10

21

58 8985PRC — Instruction Manual

Index

remote control, System Config web page 34
remote control, Video Proc web page 38

summary table 53
Status LED icon 26
status monitoring

summary
Status web page 29
System Config web page 34
system configuration

overview

remote controls 34

49

21

T

troubleshooting 51

U

user settings

overview
User Settings web page 40

22

recommended 25

web site

documentation
FAQ database 4
Grass Valley 4
software download 4

4

V

VID IN LED 20
video delay control 43
Video Input web page 33
video inputs

configuring, remote control

summary table 53
Video Output web page 43
video outputs

cabling

fiber optic, summary table 55

overview 22
video proc amp (VPA)

overview

remote controls 38

summary table 54
Video Proc web page 38

17, 18

22

W

Wait web pge 34
web browser

overview

24

33

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Index

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