Grass Valley TR6442i User Manual

CommLink TR6442i User Guide

M4050-9900-102

24 July 2014

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Title CommLink TR6442i User Guide

Part Number M4050-9900-102

Revision 24 July 2014

Table of Contents

1 About CommLink TR6442i . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

About CommLink TR6442i . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

About this User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Unpacking the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Product Returns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Ordering Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2 System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Fiber Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Wavelength-Division Multiplexing (WDM). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Fiber Optic Intercom Link Components9

CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Fiber Optic Intercom Link Front Panel9

Area A - System Configuration Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Area B - Auto Null Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Area C - System Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Fiber Optic Intercom Link Back Panel12 CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Matrix and Station Connectors . .14

Clear-Com Mode Wiring and Switch Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

RTS Mode Wiring and Switch Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Power Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Port State and Power Options . . .17

Mussel Shell MTR6442i Power Connector - 4 Pin XLR Connector Wiring. . . . . . . . .17

Fiber ADAP Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Block Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

3 Setting Up the CommLink TR6442i. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

About Setting up the CommLink TR6442i . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Example CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Usage Scenarios . . . . . . .22

Connecting a Two Channel Base System with Remote Belt Packs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Connecting a Matrix Frame System with Two Remote Matrix Stations . . . . . . . . . .23

Connecting a Matrix Frame with Remote Belt Packs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Connecting a Two Matrix Stations System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Converting a Two Channel System to work with a Matrix Frame. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

CommLink Physical Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

TWO-WIRE PARTYLINE MODE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

ADVANCED DSP AUTO-NULLING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

BELT PACK POWER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

FOUR-WIRE MATRIX MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

HYBRID MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Switch Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

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4 CommLink TR6442i Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Using the Auto-Null Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Best Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

5 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

A CommLink TR6442i Installation Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Installing the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link in the Viper II Rack . . . . .39

Converting the TR6442i Viper II Rack Mount Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

About CommLink TR6442i

This chapter provides an overview of the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link and includes the safety and warranty information about it.

About CommLink TR6442i . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Unpacking the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

About CommLink TR6442i

CommLink™ TR6442i Intercom Link is a fiber-optic transceiver system that uses one strand of fiber to carry two channels of production intercom, allowing robust voice and data connectivity over distances up to 40KM (about 25 miles). The CommLink utilizes Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) for bidirectional signal transmission on a single fiber strand. Hence, all fiber links must consist of a 1310nm unit at one end and a 1550nm unit at the other. See Wavelength-Division Multiplexing (WDM) and the use of CommLink units.

The CommLink is compatible with the industry's most popular intercom systems:

•Party line

• Digital Matrix

• Generic 4-Wire and Data

Wavelength-Division Multiplexing (WDM) on page 7 for information about

•Clear-Com®

•RTS® TW

• Clear-Com® MatrixPlus/Eclipse

•RTS® Adam/Cronus/Zeus

• Two Channels of bidirectional audio

• Two paths of bidirectional dataRS422 or RS485

In a special usage case, multi-strand fiber optic cable can be used to more than one signal one to the CommLink TR6442 and one carrying HD Video (see

Fiber Optic Intercom Link Usage Scenarios on page 22).

About this User Guide

This User Guide is designed to cover all of the various options, so not every page in this guide will apply to your specific system.

Example CommLink TR6442i

CommLink TR6442i

Unpacking the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link

Individual items shipped with a CommLink TR6442i system depend on the particular configuration.

Please consult your packing slip and purchase order to ensure that you have received all of the expected components. Inspect all components for scratches and other mechanical damage, and inspect the electrical connectors for bent or damaged pins and latches. Report any missing or damaged components to Grass Valley. See page 3.

You must use your own video and audio cables to make connections for Video, Tally, Black Burst/Genlock, Base Station monitor, intercom, and other ancillary signals and equipment. Suggestions for these cables are discussed later in this User Guide.

Product Returns

In the unlikely event of damage to your CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link during shipping or delivery, take note of any damage with the delivery or shipping service. If any component does not work correctly out of the box, contact Grass Valley (see

Us on page 37).

Product Returns on

User Guide

Contact

If the problem cannot be remedied through a service telephone, you will receive an RMA number (Return of Merchandise Authorization). Take note this RMA number inside and outside of all shipping boxes and on all documentation provided with the items to be returned.

About CommLink TR6442i

Ordering Information

Part Number Description

MTR6442i-MML-13 Intercom transceiver & 4W/2W hybrid (w/autonull), RTS & C-C,

MTR6442i-MML-15 Intercom transceiver & 4W/2W hybrid (w/autonull), RTS & C-C,

TR6442i-13 Intercom transceiver & 4W/2W hybrid (w/autonull), RTS & C-C,

TR6442i-15 Intercom transceiver & 4W/2W hybrid (w/autonull), RTS & C-C,

MTR6442i-13 Intercom transceiver & 4W/2W hybrid (w/autonull), RTS & C-C,

MiniMussel, 1 SM fiber: int WDM @ 1310nm, ST connector. Requires (M)TR64421-15.

MiniMussel, 1 SM fiber: int WDM @ 1550nm, ST connector. Requires (M)TR64421-13.

V2 rackmount, 1 SM fiber: int WDM @ 1310nm, ST connector. Requires (M)TR64421-15.

V2 rackmount, 1 SM fiber: int WDM @ 1550nm, ST connector. Requires (M)TR64421-13.

V2 throw down, 1 SM fiber: int WDM @ 1310nm, ST connector. Requires (M)TR64421-15.

MTR6442i-15 Intercom transceiver & 4W/2W hybrid (w/autonull), RTS & C-C,

V2 throwdown, 1 SM fiber: int WDM @ 1550nm, ST connector. Requires (M)TR64421-13.

ADAP-AC-04 AC Power Adapter for MML units; 120/240 VAC in; 4-pin XLR;

4A; 15 VDC

ADAP-AC-04LC AC Power Adapter for Viper2 units; 120/240 VAC in; 2.5mm circ;

4A; 15 VDC

TDK-TR6442i-13 and TDK-TR6442i-15

RMK-TR6442i-13 and RMK-TR6442i-15

Rack-mount to Throw Down conversion kit

Throw Down to Rack-mount conversion kit

System Overview

This chapter presents an overview of the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link componenets and options.

Fiber Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Fiber Optic Intercom Link Components . . . 9

CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Power Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

System Overview

Fiber Overview

Fiber Optics and Fiber Optic Cable are at the heart of the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Fiber Optic Intercom Link System. The Commlink system features the ability to multiplex and de-multiplex a variety of video, audio, and data signals so that they can be carried over a thin strand of Fiber Optic cable for long distances.

The specific theory and operation of Fiber Optics is beyond the scope of this document, but you need to be aware of the different types of Fiber Optic Cable and Fiber Optic Cable Connectors. Most CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link applications will use Single Mode Fiber with ST Connectors.

Fig. 2-1: Single Mode Fiber Optic Cable Cross-Section

Wavelength-Division Multiplexing (WDM)

Fiber optic transmission depends on Wavelength-Division Multiplexing (WDM). With WDM, a number of optical carrier signals can be carried on a single optical fiber by using different wavelengths of laser light. The full theory of WDM is beyond the scope of this manual, but it is important to understand that by using equipment with different WDM factors on either end of a fiber optic cable, signals can be sent in both directions over that single cable. The CommLink units use a WDM factor of 1310 nm and a WDM of 1550 nm to provide a complementary pair.

In practice, any CommLink setup requires one unit with a 1310 nm WDM factor and one unit with a 1550 nm WDM factor. Any 1310 nm unit can be used with any 1550 nm unit regardless of physical form. Two units with the same WDM factor will not work regardless of the physical form.

Figure 2-2 displays how any 1310 nm WDM CommLink unit can be paired with any 1550 nm

WDM unit. Select one form factor at 1310 nm and pair the 1310 nm unit with one form factor at 1550 nm.

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Fig. 2-2: Pairing Different WDM Factor CommLink Units

System Overview

Wavelength-Division Multiplexing (WDM)

Fig. 2-3: CommLink Block Diagram

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CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Fiber Optic Intercom Link Components

The three physical types of the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Fiber Optic Intercom Link work identically. The variations between them lie in their physical appearance and in how they are powered.

In this section, the "throwdown" version of the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Fiber Optic Intercom Link is used to illustrate functionality. The variations for the other two types of CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Fiber Optic Intercom Link (Rack Mount and Mini-Mussel Shell) are explained in later sections. See

TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link in the Viper II Rack on page 39 for information about the

installation of the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link rack mount version in the Viper II rack.

CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Fiber Optic Intercom Link Front Panel

Installing the CommLink

Fig. 2-4: CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Throw Down Front Panel

The CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link has three features:

• Area A: System Configuration Switches

• Area B: Auto Null Control and Indicators

• Area C: System Status Indicators

System Overview

CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Fiber Optic Intercom Link Front Panel

Area A - System Configuration Switches

The four switches in this section allow the configuration of the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link for the particular intercom environment in use. See

CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Usage Scenarios on page 22 below on

operation of the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link for examples of how these switches interact.

Fig. 2-5: System Configuration switches

Example

• 1: System Switch - sets the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link in either RTS mode or Clear-Com (C-C) mode

• 2: Mode Switch - sets the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link in either Two Wire (2W) or Four Wire (4W) mode

• 3: 2W Power Switch - sets the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link power mode to either externally powered (EXT) or internally powered (INT). This switch is only operational when the Mode Switch is set to 2W.

• 4: 4W Mode Switch - sets the CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link to run in Station (STA) mode or Matrix (MTX) mode. This switch is only operational when the Mode Switch is in 4W mode.

When connecting two CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link units via fiber cable each CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link unit must be independently set for the configuration requirements at that CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link unit.

Area B - Auto Null Operation

Fig. 2-6: Auto Null switch and indicator

Please see Using the Auto-Null Function on page 32 below on the Auto Null function.

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• 5: Auto Null switch: this three-position spring-loaded momentary switch activates the Auto Null process for either Channel 1 (CH1) or Channel 2 (CH2).

• 6: Channel 1 Auto Null Activity Indicator: blinks Green while the Nulling process occurs.

• This indicator will be asolid Green to indicate the process is complete and good.

• This indicator will be Red if there was a problem with the null. (see Using the Auto-

Null Function on page 32 on operating the Auto Null feature)

• 7: Channel 2 Auto Null Activity Indicator: behaves the same as the Ch1 Auto Null activity indicator

Area C - System Status Indicators

Fig. 2-7: System Status Indicators

• 8: Audio Activity Indicator

• Green when audio activity is below 0 db

• Red when audio activity is above 0 db

•9: Data Activity Indicator

• Green when there is data activity on the particular channel

•10: Power Indicator

• Green indicates power

• 11: Link Status Indicator

• Green indicates link is good

• Red indicates link is bad or non-existent.

System Overview

CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Fiber Optic Intercom Link Back Panel

Fig. 2-8: CommLink Throw Down Back Panel

• 1: Power Connector (MTR6442i Throw Down and TR6442i Rack Mount versions only)

This connector takes a 2.5 mm locking power plug. The recommended power unit is the ADAP-AC-04LC (see

CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Power Options

on page 16 for more information regarding CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link power options)

• 2: RTS/CC-1 Chassis Mounted XLR Connector - for RTS TW operation or Channel 1 of Clear-Com two wire operation

• 3: CC-2 Chassis Mounted XLR Connector - for Channel 2 of Clear-Com two wire operation. Not active when the system is in RTS-TW mode.

Connectors 4 and 5 operate in one of 4 modes, depending on system configuration. These connectors can be used with RJ45 cables or RJ11 cables. See

CommLink TR6442i Fiber Optic Intercom Link Matrix and Station Connectors on page 14 for more

information and for wiring information.

• 4: 4W-CH1 Connector - 8 Conductor RJ45/RJ11 connector for Channel 1

• 5: 4W-CH2 Connector - 8 Conductor RJ45/RJ11 connector for Channel 2

• 6: Fiber Connector - ST Connector for Fiber Optic Cable

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