Harris HFS6801+ Installation And Operation Manual

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HFS6801+
HD/SD TV Video Frame Synchronizer
Installation and Operation Manual
Edition B April 2007
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Copyright Information

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This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are periodically added to the information herein; these changes will be incorporated into new editions of the publication. Harris Corporation may make improvements and/or changes in the product(s) and/or the program(s) described in this publication at any time.
All trademarks are property of their respective owners.

Warranty Information

The Limited Warranty Policy provides a complete description of your warranty coverage, limitations, and exclusions, as well as procedures for obtaining warranty service. To view the complete warranty, visit
www.broadcast.harris.com/leitch
This publication is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability , fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
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Contents
Preface
Manual Information .................................. ............................................ vii
Purpose ...........................................................................................vii
Audience ........................................................................................ vii
Revision History ............................................................................vii
Writing Conventions .....................................................................viii
Obtaining Documents ...................................................................viii
Unpacking/Shipping Information ..........................................................ix
Unpacking a Product ....................................................................... ix
Product Servicing ............................................................................ ix
Returning a Product ........................................................................ ix
Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Compliance ....................x
Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Compliance xi
Safety .................................................................................................... xii
Safety Terms and Symbols in this Manual ........... ... ......................xii
Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview ..................................................................................................1
Product Description ..................................................................................2
General Description ..........................................................................2
Main Features ...................................................................................3
Module Descriptions ................................................................................4
Front Module ....................................................................................4
Back Connectors ...............................................................................6
Signal Flow ........................................................... ............................7
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Chapter 2: Installation
Overview ................................................................................................. 9
Maximum 6800+ Frame Power Ratings ...............................................10
Unpacking the Module .......................................................................... 11
Preparing the Product for Installation ............................................11
Checking the Packing List .............................................................11
Setting Jumpers ..................................................................................... 12
Installing 6800+ Modules .....................................................................14
Required Frames and Back Connector Types ................................14
Installing and Removing Modules ................................................. 14
Making Connections .............................................................................15
Upgrading Module Firmware ................................................................ 16
Upgrading the Firmware ................................................................16
Correcting a Failed Upgrading Procedure ..................................... 20
Chapter 3: Operation
Overview ............................................................................................... 23
Operating Notes .....................................................................................24
Parameter Availability based on Operating Mode ................................ 25
Changing Parameter Settings ....................................................... ......... 26
Recalling Default Parameter Settings ............................................27
Reading Software and Hardware Versions .................................... 27
Setting HFS6801+ Control Parameters .................................................28
Cross-Functional Parameter Changes ............................................ 34
LEDs and Alarms ..................................................................................35
Monitoring LEDs ....... .................................... ................................35
Module Status LEDs ...................................................................... 37
Alarms ............................................................................................ 38
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Chapter 4: Specifications
Overview ................................................................................................39
Inputs ......................................................................................................40
SDI Video Input ..............................................................................40
Outputs ...................................................................................................41
SDI Video Output ...........................................................................41
Reference Video .............................................................................42
Propagation Delay ...........................................................................42
Power Consumption ............................................. ..................................43
Operating Temperature ..........................................................................43
Appendix A: Communication and Control Troubleshooting Tips
Overview ................................................................................................45
General Troubleshooting Steps ..............................................................46
Software Communication and Control Issues ........................................47
+ Pilot Lite Fails to Communicate with Installed Modules ...........47
+ Pilot Lite Does Not Find All Modules in Frame ........................48
+ Pilot Lite or CCS Software Application Not Responding ..........49
+ Pilot Lite Cannot Control a Module Showing
in the Control Window ...................................................................49
+ Pilot Lite Status Bar Reports “Not Ready” .................................49
CCS Software Application or Remote Control Panel Does Not
Communicate with Module ............................................................50
Alarm Query Fails When a Device Reboots ...................................50
Hardware Communication and Control Issues ......................................51
Frames Fail to Communicate with the PC after a Power Failure ...51
Module Does Not Seem to Work ....................................................51
Contacting Customer Service .................................................................51
Contents
Index
Keywords ...............................................................................................53
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Manual Information

Purpose

This manual details the features, installation procedures, operational procedures, and specifications of the HFS6801+ HD / SD TV Video Frame Synchronizers.

Preface

Audience

Revision History

This manual is written for engineers, technicians, and operators responsible for the installation, setup, and/or operation of HFS6801+ HD / SD TV Video Frame Synchronizers.
Table P-1. Document Revision History
Edition Date Revision History
A August 2005 Initial release B April 200 7 Addition of firmware upgrade
procedure and minor updates to content
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Writing Conventions

To enhance your understanding, the authors of this manual have adhered to the following text conventions:
Table P-2. Writing Conventions
Term or Convention
Bold Indicates dialog boxes, property sheets, fields, buttons,
Italics Indicates email addresses, the names of books or
CAPS Indicates a specific key on the keyboard, such as ENTER,
Code
> Indicates the direction of navigation through a hierarchy
hyperlink Indicates a jump to another location within the electronic
Internet address
Description
check boxes, list boxes, combo boxes, menus, submenus, windows, lists, and selection names.
publications, and the first instances of new terms and specialized words that need emphasis.
TAB, CTRL, ALT, or DELETE. Indicates variables or command-line entries, such as a
DOS entry or something you type into a field.
of menus and windows.
document or elsewhere Indicates a jump to a Web site or URL
Indicates important information that helps to avoid and troubleshoot problems.

Obtaining Documents

Product support documents can be viewed or downloaded from our Web site at www.broadcast.harris.com/leitch Documentation). Alternatively, contact your Customer Service representative to request a document.
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Unpacking/Shipping Information

Unpacking a Product

This product was carefully inspected, tested, and calibrated before shipment to ensure years of stable and trouble-free service.
1. Check equipment for any visible damage that may have occurred during transit.
2. Confirm that you have received all items listed on the packing list.
3. Contact your dealer if any item on the packing list is missing.
4. Contact the carrier if any item is damaged.
5. Remove all packaging material from the product and its associated components before you install the unit.
Keep at least one set of original packaging, in the event that you need to return a product for servicing.

Product Servicing

Preface
Except for firmware upgrades, HSFS6800+ modules are not designed for field servicing. All hardware upgrades, modifications, or repairs require you to return the modules to the Customer Service center.

Returning a Product

In the unlikely event that your product fails to operate properly, please contact Customer Service to obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number, then send the unit back for servicing.
Keep at least one set of original packaging in the event that a product needs to be returned for service. If the original package is not available, you can supply your own packaging as long as it meets the following criteria:
The packaging must be able to withstand the product’s weight.
The product must be held rigid within the packaging.
There must be at least 2 in. (5 cm) of space between the product and
The corners of the product must be protected.
Ship products back to us for servicing prepaid and, if possible, in the original packaging material. If the product is still within the warranty period, we will return the product prepaid after servicing.
the container.
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Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Compliance

Directive 2002/95/EC—commonly known as the European Union (EU) Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS)—sets limits on the use of certain substances found in electrical and electronic equipment. The intent of this legislation is to reduce the amount of hazardous chemicals that may leach out of landfill sites or otherwise contaminate the environment during end-of-life recycling. The Directive, which took effect on July 1, 2006, refers to the following hazardous substances:
Lead (Pb)
Mercury (Hg)
Cadmium (Cd)
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr-V1)
Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB)
Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE) According to this EU Directive, all products sold in the European Union
will be fully RoHS-compliant and “lead-free.” (See our Web site,
www.broadcast.harris.com/leitch
deadlines for compliance.) Spare parts supplied for the repair and upgrade of equipment sold before July 1, 2006 are exempt from the legislation. Equipment that complies with the EU directive will be marked with a RoHS-compliant emblem, as shown in Figure P-1.
Figure P-1. RoHS Compliance Emblem
, for more information on dates and
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Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Compliance

The European Union (EU) Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) deals with the collection, treatment, recovery, and recycling of electrical and electronic waste products. The objective of the WEEE Directive is to assign the responsibility for the disposal of associated hazardous waste to either the producers or users of these products. As of August 13, 2005, the producers or users of these products were required to recycle electrical and electronic equipment at end of its useful life, and may not dispose of the equipment in landfills or by using other unapproved methods. (Some EU member states may have different deadlines.)
In accordance with this EU Directive, companies selling electric or electronic devices in the EU will affix labels indicating that such products must be properly recycled. (See our Web site,
www.broadcast.harris.com/leitch
deadlines for compliance.) Contact your local sales representative for information on returning these products for recycling. Equipment that complies with the EU directive will be marked with a WEEE-compliant emblem, as shown in Figure P-2.
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Figure P-2. WEEE Compliance Emblem
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Safety

Carefully review all safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it. If this product is rack-mountable, it should be mounted in an appropriate rack using the rack-mounting positions and rear support guides provided. It is recommended that each frame be connected to a separate electrical circuit for protection against circuit overloading. If this product relies on forced air cooling, it is recommended that all obstructions to the air flow be removed prior to mounting the frame in the rack.
If this product has a provision for external earth grounding, it is recommended that the frame be grounded to earth via the protective earth ground on the rear panel.
IMPORTANT! Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.

Safety Terms and Symbols in this Manual

WARNING
Statements identifying conditions or practices that may result in personal injury or loss of life. High voltage is present.
CAUTION
Statements identifying conditions or practices that can result in damage to the equipment or other property.
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Overview

Chapter 1

Introduction

The HFS6801+ is an HD and SD TV processing module capable of retiming an I/O signal to a local station clock and allowing the clean processing of all synchronized signals. The module provides video frame synchronization and delay for HD and SD TV signals, and picture control through a video-processing amplifier.
The following topics are described in this chapter:
“Product Description” on page 2
“Module Descriptions” on page 4
“Signal Flow” on page 7
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Product Description

General Description

The HFS6801+ HD and SD TV Video Frame Synchronizer module provides a SDI digital input, two active reclocked SDI outputs, four synchronized SDI outputs, and a genlock reference video input. A special output provides hot switch and I/O delay signals for tracking audio processing.
The HFS6801+ module’s reference input (located on the back connector) and the 6800+ frame’s genlock connector both provide a reference signal.
This module can be controlled locally (via card edge) or controlled and monitored remotely with control software applications such as +Pilot Lite remote control panels and other products.
The back connectors for HFS6801+ requires two frame slots within an FR6802+ frame (there is no backward-compatibility provided for use with 6800/7000 series frames).
, CCS™ Pilot™, and CCS Naviga tor™, or CCS-compliant
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Main Features

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Important HFS6801+ features include the following:
Inputs:
One serial digital SMPTE 292M/SMPTE 259M SDI input
Genlock (composite or Tri-Level sync)
•Outputs:
Two serial digital SMPTE 292M/SMPTE 259M SDI reclocked
outputs
Four synchronized serial digital SMPTE 292M/SMPTE 259M
SDI reclocked outputs
One DATA I/O signal for tracking audio processing
Capability for operating the following video standards:
1080i (interlaced), 25/29.97/30 Hz
1080p (progressive), 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 Hz
720p (progressive), 50/59.94/60 Hz
Standard definition 525/625
Auto-detect or user-forced input video standard
10-bit video processing
Digital equalization (supports Belden 8281 and newer, thin coax cables like Alcatel SD02)
VANC and HANC sample passing capability
Clean handling of hot switch on input
Up to 8 frames less 2 lines of video delay for 1080i/1080p standards, 16 frames less 2 lines for 720p standards, and 1 frame for 525/625 standards
Pass, black, and freeze loss of video modes
Video processing amplifier with luminance gain, luminance offset, and chrominance gain controls
Shadowed / restored parameter settings when switching video standards
Card-edge control
Serial and Ethernet remote control and monitoring
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Module status LEDs
Mode select rotary switch
Navigation toggle switch
Monitoring LEDs
Remote/local control jumper
Extractor handle
Control LEDs

Module Descriptions

Front Module

Figure 1-1 is a generic top-front view of a typical 6800+ module and
shows the general location of standard LEDs, controls, and jumpers. The number of Control and Monitoring LEDs on 6800+ modules varies.
Figure 1-1. Typical 6800+ Module
Table 1 -1 on page 5 briefly describes generic 6800+ LEDs, switches,
and jumpers. See “Chapter 3: Operation” for more information on specific HFS6801+ module controls, LEDs, and jumpers.
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Table 1-1. Generic 6800+ Module Features
Feature Description
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Module status LEDs
Mode select rotary switch
Navigation toggle switch
Control LEDs Various lighting combinations of these Control LEDs
Monitoring LEDs
Local/remote control jumper
Various color and lighting combinations of these LEDs indicate the module state. See “Monitoring LEDs” on
page 35 for more information.
This switch selects between various control and feedback parameters.
This switch navigates up and down through the available control parameters:
Down: Moves down through the parameters
Up: Moves up through the parameters
(sometimes referred to as “Bank Select LEDs”) indicate the currently selected bank. See Table 3-2 “Selected
Bank as Indicated by Control LEDs” for more
information. Each 6800+ module has a number of LEDs assigned to
indicate varying states/functions. See “Monitoring
LEDs” on page 35 for a description of these LEDs.
Local: Locks out external control panels and allows
card-edge control only; limits the functionality of remote software applications to monitoring
Remote: Allows remote or local (card-edge)
configuration, operation, and monitoring of the HFS6801+
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SDI IN
AUX IN
GENLOCK
2
4
5
6
1
3
SDI
OUT
SDI
OUT/
RCLK
DATA I/O
SDI video in
Auxiliary input
SDI video outputs
SDI5 and SDI6 outputs are reclocked
SDI video
outputs
Analog
reference input
Audio/video
timing output

Back Connectors

Figure 1-2 shows the double-slot back connector used by the
HFS6801+ module when installed in an FR6802+XF frame.
Figure 1-2. HFS6801+ Back Connector
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Signal Flow

SDI input
EQ/
reclock
CCS control/ monitor port
Genlock
Re-clocked SDI outputs
Four SDI outputs
DATA I/O (audio tracking)
Frame sync/
proc amp
Reference inputs
Module
Frame
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Figure 1-3 shows the basic signal flow of the HFS6801+ modules.
Figure 1-3. HFS6801+ Signal Flow Diagram
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Overview

Caution
Chapter 2

Installation

This chapter describes the HFS6801+ installation process, including the following topics:
“Maximum 6800+ Frame Power Ratings” on page 10
“Unpacking the Module” on page 11
“Setting Jumpers” on page 12
“Installing 6800+ Modules” on page 14
“Making Connections” on page 15
“Upgrading Module Firmware” on page 16
See the FR6802+ Frame Installation and Operation Manual for information about installing and operating an FR6802+XF frame and its components.
Before installing this product, read the 6800+ Series Safety Instructions and Standards Manual shipped with every FR6802+ Frame Installation and Operation Manual or downloadable fro m our
Web site at www.broadcast.harris.com/leitch contains important information about the safe installation and operation of 6800+ series products.
. This safety manual
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Maximum 6800+ Frame Power Ratings

The power consumption for a HFS6801+ module is 7 W from the positive supply and 0.3 W from the negative supply.
Table 2-1 describes the maximum allowable power ratings for 6800+
frames. Note the given maximums before installing any 6800+ modules in your frame.
Table 2-1. Maximum Power Ratings for 6800+ Frames
6800+ Frame Type
FR6802+XF (frame with AC power supply)
FR6802+XF48 (frame with DC power supply)
FR6802+QXF frame (with AC or DC power supply)
Max. Frame Power Dissipation
120 W 20 6 W
105 W 20 5.25 W
120W 20 6 W
Number of Usable Slots
Max. Power Dissipation Per Slot
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Note

Unpacking the Module

Preparing the Product for Installation

Before you install the HFS6801+, perform the following:
Check the equipment for any visible damage that may have occurred during transit.
Confirm receipt of all items on the packing list. See “Checking the
Packing List” for more information.
Remove the anti-static shipping pouch, if present, and all other packaging material.
Contact your Customer Service representative if parts are missing or damaged.
Retain the original packaging materials for possible re-use.
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See “Unpacking/Shipping Information” on page ix for information about returning a product for servicing.

Checking the Packing List

Table 2-2. Available Product Packages
Ordered Product Content Description
HFS6801+
HFS6801+D
HFS6801+DR One back connector
• One front module
• One HFS6801+ HD / SD TV Video
Frame Synchronizers Installation and Operation Manual
• One front module
• One back connector
• One HFS6801+ HD / SD TV Video
Frame Synchronizers Installation and
Operation Manual
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Note
REM/LOC jumper
Remote/local

Setting Jumpers

The HFS6801+ module has one standard jumper for remote or local control. Figure 2-1 shows the location of the REM/LOC jumper.
Figure 2-1. Location of the REM/LOC Jumper
Y ou nee d to configure modules for local or r emote operation prior to power-up. To change the configuration, first remove power from the module, reset the jumper, and then reapply power.
Follow this procedure to set the REM/LOC jumper for either remote or local control:
1. Locate the REM/LOC control jumper on the module (beside the
extractor handle).
Figure 2-1 shows the standard location of the REM/LOC jumper.
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1 2 3 1 2 3
Remote control setting
Local control setting
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2. Place a jumper on pins 1 and 2 to set the module for Remote control or pins 2 and 3 to set the module for Local control. See Figure 2-2.
The white triangle near the jumper pins on the module indicates p in
1.
Figure 2-2. REM/LOC Settings for Remote and Local Control
See Table 1-1 on page 5 for more information on local/remote control jumper functionality.
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Installing 6800+ Modules

Required Frames and Back Connector Types

The HFS6801+ modules have double-width back connectors that can be installed in an FR6802+XF or FR6802+QXF frame. HFS6801+ modules cannot be installed in a FR6802+DM frame, a FR6800/7000 frame, or a frame without fans.
See the FR6802+ Frame Installation and Operation Manual for details on installing back connectors in an FR6802+ frame.
A FR6802+RM (Rear Support Extension Rails for 6800+ series frames) option is recommended for the HFS6801+ modules. See your FR6802+ Frame Installation and Operation Manual for installation instructions.

Installing and Removing Modules

These modules require no specialized installation or removal procedures. However, if installing both front and rear modules, ensure that the back module is installed first before plugging in the front module.
Before removing, inserting, or replacing a back module in your frame, you must remove power from the frame. Failure to power down the frame could result in damage to the frame, modules, or power supply.
When removing both the front and rear modules, ensure that the front module is unplugged from the frame first, before removing the rear module.
See the FR6802+ Frame Installation and Operation Manual for information about installing and operating an FR6802+ frame and its components.
See the 6800+ Safety Instructions and Standards Manual for important information about safely installing your module.
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Making Connections

Once you have installed the HFS6801+ module, you can connect it to the appropriate input and outputs.
Note that the data I/O output provides reference signals for 6800+ audio tracking modules. It can drive up to four chained audio modules over coaxial cable up to 985 ft (300 m) long. If you wish to connect to more than one audio module, you will achieve the best results if yoou use T-connectors.
See the applicable audio module Installation and Operation manual for complete connection instructions.
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Caution
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Upgrading Module Firmware

Firmware upgrading is a routine procedure that you must perform to install newer versions of software on 6800+ modules. CCS Pilot, CoPilot, or Navigator software version 3.1.1 or later is required for this procedure. The frame must contain or be connected to another frame that contains an ICE6800+ or a 6800+Eth module.
Firmware for the HFS6801+ must be updated in Boot Loader mode.
In the unlikely event that the upgrade fails (because of such situations as network interruptions, power failures, etc.), the module may not respond to controls and will appear to be non-functional. In that event, follow the procedures described in “Correcting a Failed Upgrading
Procedure” on page 20.

Upgrading the Firmware

You can upgrade your 6800 + module’s firmware using the Software Upgrade tool. This tool is included with CCS Pilot, Co-Pilot, or Navigator software version 3.1.1 or later.
The File Transfer tab is not meant to be used for firmware upgrades. For best results, use the Software Uprade tool to upgrade module firmware.
To upgrade your module’s firmware, follow these steps:
1. Download the most recent appropriate upgrade package from our Web site or from your CD-ROM.
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Mode select rotary (hex) switch
Navigation toggle switch
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2. Remove the module from the 6800+ frame.
Figure 2-3. Buttons on a Typical Card Edge
3. Set the Hex switch to F.
4. While pressing the Navigation toggle switch down, reinsert the
module into the frame and then release the Navigation toggle switch.
5. Perform a Discovery operation to discover the module, as described
in “Discovering a DAV6800+ Module” on page 30.
Information about discovering modules can also be found in your CCS software application manual or online help. (If you cannot discover the device, see “Manually Adding a Device to
the Discovery or Network Folder” on page 21.)
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Package Info includes a list of the components contained in the ZIP file.
Version Info lists the firmware version currently installed on the module.
6. From the Tools menu, select Software Upgrade. The Software Upgrade window opens or is brought to the
foreground.
Figure 2-4. Software Upgrade Tool’s New Transfer Tab
7. On the New Transfer tab, click Add. The Device Selection dialog opens.
8. Select one or more devices, and then click OK to close the Add Device dialog box.
You can only add one unit from each IP address. All items in a frame have the same IP address.
The selected devices appear in the table under Device Name. These devices will receive the same upgrade package.
9. Before proceeding with the firmware upgrade, you can—
Highlight the module’s position in the Navigation window by
clicking Find Device.
View the firmware version currently installed on the module by
clicking Version Info.
10. Press Browse... to select the software upgrade package (ZIP file). A standard Windows File Selection dialog opens.
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11. Choose the upgrade ZIP file on a local or network drive.
The selected file’s path name is displayed in the edit box to the left of the Browse… button.
The extraction process on the ZIP file is handled as part of the upgrade process. You do not need to extract the files yourself. You can view the contents of the ZIP file by clicking Package
Info.
12. Press Submit Transfer...
A dialog box opens, requesting confirmation that you want to proceed with the request. If you have multiple devices selected, multiple transfer tasks are submitted—one per device.
The transfer now progresses. You may minimize the Software
Upgrade window, continue with other tasks, or switch to the Progress tab to view the status of the transfers.
Closing the Software Upgrade window does not effect any of the transfer processes that may be running in th e ba ckg ro u nd . If you try to log off or exit the CCS software while a transfer is underway, a notification window will alert you that processes are still active and will ask if you want to terminate these processes.
13. Click on the Log tab and look at the Progress column to ensure that
all files have correctly updated.
14. When the update is complete, reboot the module by manual ly
pulling it out and then pushing it back into its slot in the frame. You cannot click Reboot Device to reboot 6800+ modules that
must be upgraded in Boot Loader mode. Your upgrade procedure is complete. If for some reason the upgrade fails, the module may not respond to
controls and will appear to be non-functional. In that event, follow the procedures described in “Correcting a Failed Upgrading Procedure” on
page 20.
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Hex switch (mode select rotary switch)
Navigation toggle switch
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Correcting a Failed Upgrading Procedure

Firmware upgrades may fail in the event of network interruptions, power failures, or if the wrong upgrade package was transferred to the module. These problems can be corrected by upgrading the firmware while the module is in Boot Loader mode. The upgrade won't work unless you put the module in Boot Loader mode.
If you have not already downloaded the most recent appropriate upgrade package from our Web site o r from your CD-ROM, do so now.
Putting the Module in Boot Loader Mode
Follow these steps to put your the module in Boot Loader mode:
1. Remove the affected module from the 6800+ frame.
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2. Set the hex switch to F.
3. While pressing the Navigation toggle switch down, reinsert the
If your device is listed in the Discovery or Network folder, you can continue the firmware upgrade as described in “Upgrading the
Firmware” begining with step 6 on page 18. If not, you must manually
add the device to the Discovery or Network folder. To do this, see the next section.
Figure 2-5. Buttons on a Typical Card Edge
module into the frame.
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Do not make changes in this field
Enter frame IP address here
Frame number=0
Slot number=17
Must be set to 1
Manually Adding a Device to the Discovery or Network Folder
If your device is not listed in the Discovery or Network folder, you must manually add it to these folders. After you add the device, you can use the Software Upgrade dialog box to continue with the module firmware upgrade.
To manually add a device to the Discovery or Network folder, follow these steps:
1. Enter Build mode, and then drag or copy and paste the module’s
device icon from the Catalog folder into the Network or Discovery
folder.
2. Right-click the device icon, and then select Properties.
3. On the Device tab of the Navigation Properties box, enter the IP
address of the frame that holds the module. (See Figure 2-6.)
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Figure 2-6. Navigation Properties Box
If you make changes in the last field (located above and to the r ight
of the Set Default button), you may lose your connection to the
module. If this happens, you will need to rediscover the module.
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4. In the third field, enter
1.0.[slotnumber]
(where, for example, 1.0.5 would refer to the module in slot 5 of the frame number 0).
5. Close the window.
6. You can now continue your firmware upgrade as described in
“Upgrading the Firmware” begining with step 6 on page 18.
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Chapter 3

Operation

This chapter describes how to operate the HFS6801+ using card-edge controls only. See the following documents for information on how to operate this product remotely:
+Pilot Lite User Manual for serial control interface
CCS Pilot, CoPilot, Navigator, or RCP-CCS-1U Remote Control
Panel manual for Ethernet control interface
The following topics are discussed in this chapter:
“Operating Notes” on page 24
“Parameter Availability based on Operating Mode” on page 25
“Changing Parameter Settings” on page 26
“Setting HFS6801+ Control Parameters” on page 28
“LEDs and Alarms” on page 35
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Operating Notes

When setting the control parameters on the HFS6801+, observe the following:
If you make changes to certain parameters, other related parameters
When you change a parameter, the effect is immediate. However,
When you set the Factory Recall parameter to Yes, the module
For proper operation, the output HD standard frame rate should
For best results, terminate any unused coaxial output connectors
may also be affected. See the section “Setting HFS6801+ Control
Parameters” on page 28 for more information.
the module requires up to 20 seconds to save the latest change. After 20 seconds, the new settings are saved and will be restored if the module loses power and must be restarted.
takes several seconds to reset all of the parameters to their default settings.
match or be double the reference standard frame rate.
with a 75Ω terminator.
See “Parameter Availability based on Operating Mode” on page 25 for more operational information.
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Parameter Availability based on Operating Mode

Depending on whether the operating mode is HD or SD, some parameters will be enabled and some disabled. The HD parameters will apply when SdiStdSet is set to one of the HD operating modes, or when the SdiStdSet is set to Auto and SdiStdFdbk is one of the HD operating modes. The SD parameters will apply when SdiStdSet is set to either SD 525 or SD 625, or the SdiStdSet is set to Auto and SdiStdFdbk is SD 525 or SD 625.
The parameter Hue is only available in SD 525 mode.
Table 3-1. Parameter Availability Based on Operating Mode
Condition
HD Operating Mode:
• 1080i/30
• 1080i/29.97
• 1080i/25
• 1080p/30
• 1080p/29.97
• 1080p/25
• 1080p/24
• 1080p/23.98
• 720p/60
• 720p/59.94
• 720p/50 SDI Operating Mode:
• SD 525
• SD 625
Enabled Parameters
• Y CRC Error Counter
• Y CRC Err Cnt Clear
• C CRC Error Counter
• C CRC Err Cnt Clear
•Hue
• EDH Present
• EDH Error Count
• EDH Error Clear
• In Field Detection
Disabled Parameters
•Hue
•EDH Present
• EDH Error Count
• EDH Error Clear
• In Field Detection
• Y CRC Error Counter
• Y CRC Err Cnt Clear
• C CRC Error Counter
• C CRC Err Cnt Clear
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Changing Parameter Settings

For best results, use the available 6800+ software control options (serial/local or Ethernet/remote) to aid in viewing, setting, and confirming parameter values.
Follow these steps to change the HFS6801+ parameter settings:
1. Rotate the mode select rotary switch (hex switch) to “0.”
2. Once the hex switch is set to “0,” toggle the navigation switch up or down to select a bank.
View the two control LEDs next to the navigation toggle switch to see which bank is currently selected.
Table 3-2. Selected Bank as Indicated by Control LEDs
Bank Select LED 1
(first top LED)
Off Off Off 0 On Off Off 1 Off On Off 2 On On Off 3 Off Off On 4 On Off On 5 OffOnOn6 On On On 7
Bank Select LED 2
(second top LED)
Bank Select LED 3
(third top LED)
Bank Number
See Table 3-3 on page 29 to view the various banks, hex switch positions, and corresponding parameter options and values.
3. Rotate the hex switch to the parameter number (1 to 9) or letter (A to F) of the option you want to set.
4. Toggle the navigation switc h to select and set the value of the chosen parameter.
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5. Rotate the hex switch to another parameter number/letter in the
current bank, and then repeat step 4. or Rotate the hex switch to “0” again to select a different bank, and
then repeat steps 3 and 4.

Recalling Default Parameter Settings

Table 3 -3 on page 29 describes all of the parameter settings for the
HFS6801+ modules, including the original factory defaults. To return this module to its default settings, you can either reset each parameter individually or do a global recall following this procedure:
1. Rotate the hex switch to “0.”
2. To ggle the navigation switch to the bank number “0.”
Use the control LEDs to verify which bank you have selected, or use an available 6800+ software control option (serial/local or Ethernet/remote) to aid in confirming your bank selection.
3. Rotate the hex switch to the global recall parameter “F.
4. To ggle the navigation switch to “On.”
Use an available 6800+ software control option to aid in viewing, setting, and confirming the parameter value.

Reading Software and Hardware Versions

The current software version of your HFS6801+ modules can only be viewed using a CCS-enabled control panel or a CCS software application, such as Pilot or +Pilot Lite. See your RCP-CCS-1U Installation and Operation Manual, CCS software application user manual, or CCS software application online help for information on viewing software and hardware version numbers.
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Setting HFS6801+ Control Parameters

Table 3-3 lists all of the available parameters and options for the
HFS6801+. All parameters clip unless otherwise indicated.
The sequence of options listed in the Options column mirr ors the sequence achieved when you move the Navigation Toggle switch up.
The On/Off combinations of the control LEDs on the card-edge indicate the active bank number. See “Changing Parameter Settings” on page 26 for more information.
Legend
Bold option = Indicates that this is the default setting for the parameter [RO] = Indicates that parameters are read-only/feedback, and cannot be
used to select controls
1(superscript digit)
entry, found at the end of the tables
= Indicates that there is a footnote for this parameter
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Table 3-3. Parameter Options
Bank, Rotary
Parameter Name Function Options
Switch
Bank 0
0, 1 SDI IP Video Std Set Selects the SDI input video signal standard
0, 2 Y CRC Err Cnt Clear Clears the luminance CRC error counter
0, 3 C CRC Err Cnt Clear Clears the chrominance CRC error counter
0, 4 EDH Error Cnt Clear Clears ED H erro r counter
0, 5 Frame Sync Mode Selects the operational mode for the frame
synchronizer
0, 6 Force Freeze Forces the output video to freeze
0, 7 Freeze Type Selects the type of manual video freeze
0, 8 Video OP Mode Selects the output video mode when the
input video is disrupted
•SD 525
•SD 625
• 1080I 30
• 1080I 29.97
• 1080I 25
• 1080P 30
• 1080P 29.97
• 1080P 25
• 1080P 24
• 1080P 23.98
• 720P 60
• 720P 59.94
• 720P 50
•On
•Off
•On
•Off
•On
•Off
• Sync Mode
• Delay Mode
•Off
•On
Field 1
•Field 2
•Frame
• Pass
• Black
• Freeze
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Table 3-3. Parameter Options (Continued)
Bank, Rotary
Parameter Name Function Options
Switch
0, 9 Vertical Phase * Adjusts the vertical timing
0, A Horizontal Phase * Adjusts the horizontal timing
0, B Delay Range * Adjusts the amount of frame delay
0, C Y Offset Adjusts offset for the Y channel -100.685 to 100.685 mV
0, D Cb Offset Adjusts offset for the Cb channel -100.685 to 100.685 mV
0, E Cr Offset Adjusts offset for the Cr channel -100.685 to 100.685 mV
0, F Factory Recall Recalls the factory settings
Bank 1
• 0 to 1124 Ln
• 0 to 524 Ln
• 0 to 624 Ln
• 0 to 749 Ln (see “Cross-Functional
Parameter Changes” on page 34)
• 0.0 to 35.542 µs
• 0.0 to 22.209 µs
• 0.0 to 22.231 µs
• 0.0 to 26.653 µs
• 0.0 to 29.616 µs
• 0.0 to 29.646 µs
• 0.0 to 37.024 µs
• 0.0 to 37.061 µs
• 0.0 to 63.519 µs
• 0.0 to 63.963 µs (see cross-functional
parameter changes table)
0 to 7 frm
0 to 1 frm
0 to 15 frm (see “Cross-Functional
Parameter Changes” on page 34)
(0.0)
(0.0)
(0.0)
•Off
•On
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Table 3-3. Parameter Options (Continued)
Bank, Rotary
Parameter Name Function Options
Switch
1, 1 Y Gain Adjusts gain to the luminance channel -3.0 to 3.0 dB
(0.0)
1, 2 Cb Gain Adjusts gain to the Cb color difference
component
1, 3 Cr Gain Adjusts gain to the Cr color difference
component
1, 4 Black Clip Level Sets the black clip level -47.9 to 47.9 mV
1, 5 Black Clip Controls the activation of Black Clip
1, 6 White Clip Level Sets the white clipping level 636.87 to 763.13 mV
1, 7 White Clip Controls the activation of White Clip
1, 8 Hue Adjusts the hue of the incoming digital
video signal
1, 9 Test Signal Enable Controls the activation of the internal test
signal generator
1, A GL Lock Source Selects the reference source for the on-board
genlock circuit
1, B In Field Detection Selects the input field detection by either
V-bit or F-bit
Remote Control Only
-3.0 to 3.0 dB
(0.0)
-3.0 to 3.0 dB
(0.0)
(0.0)
•Off
•On
(700.0)
Off
•On
-180 to 180 °
(0)
•Off
•On
Card Ref
•Frame Ref
•V-bit
•F-bit
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Table 3-3. Parameter Options (Continued)
Bank, Rotary
Parameter Name Function Options
Switch
[RO] SDI IP Video Std Fb Reports the detected HD SDI input video
signal standard
[RO] SDI IP Video Present Reports the presence of the HD SDI input
video signal
[RO] Y CRC Error Counter Reports the number of occurred luminance
CRC errors
[RO] C CRC Error Counter Reports the number of occurred
chrominance CRC errors
• Unknown
• 1080P 25
• 720P 59.94
• 720P 60
• 1080P 23.98
• 1080P 24
• 1080P 29.97
• 1080P 30
• 1080I 25
• 1035I 29.97
• 1035I 30
• 1080I 25 (295M)
• 1080I 29.97
• 1080I 30
•SD 525
•SD 625
• 720P 50
• 1080PsF 23.98
• 1080PsF 24
• 720P 29.97
• 720P 30
• 720P 25
• 720P 23.98
• 720P 24
• 1080PsF 29.97
• 1080PsF 30
•No
•Yes 0 to 16777215
0 to 16777215
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Table 3-3. Parameter Options (Continued)
Bank, Rotary
Parameter Name Function Options
Switch
[RO] EDH Present Reports the presence of EDH in the input
SDI signal
[RO] EDH Error Count Reports the number of occurred EDH errors 0 to 32767 [RO] Vieo Frozen Reports the output video frozen status
[RO] GL Video Present Reports the presence of the video signal
from the external reference source
[RO] GL Video Locked Reports the locked status of the external
reference signal
[RO] Genlo c k Std
Feedback
Notes:
1. The frame rate for both input video and reference video must match.
Reports the detected Genlock standard
•No
•Yes
•No
•Yes
•No
•Yes
•No
•Yes
• Unknown
• 1080P 25
• 720P 59.94
• 720P 60
• 1080P 23.98
• 1080P 24
• 1080P 29.97
• 1080P 30
• 1080I 25
• 1080I 29.97
• 1080I 30
• SD525
• SD625
• 720P 50
• 1080Psf 23.98
• 1080Psf 24
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Cross-Functional Parameter Changes

When you configure certain parameters, you force a change in other associated parameters. The following table describes those parameters affected by other option selections.
An example of a cross-functional change concerns the Horizontal Phase and Vertical Phase parameters. When the Horizontal Phase is controlled from the card edge, any wrap around of the values will cause a corresponding increment or decrement of the Vertical Phase value.
Table 3-4. Parameters That Are Affected by Input Standard and Frame Rate
Parameter Name
Vertical Phase
Horizontal Phase
Delay Range
Freeze Type
1 In SD mode (SD 525 and SD 625), Vertical Phase and Horizontal Phase are disabled when Delay Range equals 1.
SDI Input Video Standard and Frame Rate
SD 525 SD 625
0 to 524 lines
0 to
63.519 µs
0 to 1
1
frm
• Field 1
• Field 2
• Frame
0 to 624 lines
0 to
63.963 µs
0 to 1
1
frm
• Field 1
• Field 2
• Frame
1080I/30, 29.97, and 251080P/30, 29.97, 25,
0 to 1124 lines 0 to 1124 lines 0 to 749 lines
30: 0 to 29.616 µs
29.97: 0 to 29.646 µs 25: 0 to 35.542 µs
0 to 7 frm 0 to 7 frm 0 to 15 frm
• Field 1
• Field 2
• Frame
24 and 23.98
30: 0 to 29.616 µs
29.97: 0 to 29.646 µs 25: 0 to 35.542 µs 24: 0 to 37.024 µs
23.98: 0 to 37.061 µs
Frame Frame
720P/60, 59.94, and 50
60: 0 to 22.209 µs
59.94: 0 to 22.231 µs 50: 0 to 26.653 µs
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Monitoring LEDs

Module status LEDs

LEDs and Alarms

Monitoring LEDs
The HFS6801+ has 9 monitoring LEDs that serve as a quick monitoring reference. Figure 3-1 shows the general location of the monitoring LEDs on a generic 6800+ module. The table that follows,
Table 3-5, describes each LED in more detail.
Figure 3-1. Location of Card-Edge LEDs
The 9 monitoring LEDs on the card-edge of HFS6801+ modules are identified in Figure 3-1 (left to right).
Table 3-5. Monitoring LEDs
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LED Description Color Indication
Auto Indicates if auto detection of
the input video signal is activated
720P Indicates if a 720P video
source is present
• GREEN: Auto detect enabled
• OFF: Auto detect disabled
• GREEN: 720P video present
• OFF: 720P video not present
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Table 3-5. Monitoring LEDs (Continued)
LED Description Color Indication
1080I Indicates if a 1080I video
source is present
1035I Indicates if a 1035I video
source is present
1080P/sF Indicates if a 1080P/sF video
source is present
525 Indicates if a 525 video source
is present
625 Indicates if a 625 video source
is present
Reference Present Indicates the presence of the
reference signal either from the back module or internally from the NEO frame
Freeze Illuminates if the frame
synchronizer circuitry is currently freezing the output video
• GREEN: 1080I video present
• OFF: 1080I video not present
• GREEN: 1035I video present
• OFF: 1035I video not present
• GREEN: 1080P/sF video present
• OFF: 1080P/sF video not present
• GREEN: 525 video present
• OFF: 525 video not present
• GREEN: 625 video present
• OFF: 625 video not present
• GREEN: Genlock present
• OFF: Genlock absent
• AMBER: Output video frozen
• OFF: Output video not frozen
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Note

Module Status LEDs

The HFS6801+ module does not have any card-edge alarms. Instead, module status LEDs on the corner of the module light up if an error is detected. See Figure 3-1 on page 35 for the location of these LEDs, and
Table 3-6 below for a definition of the LED colors.
Table 3-6. Module Status LED Descriptions
LED Color Sequence Meaning
Off There is no power to the module; the module
Green There is power to the module; the module is
If the LED is flashing red, please contact your Customer Service representative.
is not operational.
operating properly. Red There is an alarm condition. Flashing red The module has detected a
hardware/firmware fault. Amber The module is undergoing configuration.
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Alarms

The table below describes the specific alarms for the HFS6801+ module. You can only identify specific alarms using a software control application (for example, +Pilot Lite or Pilot). For more information, see the following:
Table 3-7 (below) for a list of HFS6801+ alarms that are logged
and monitored via CCS applications
The appropriate software control user manual or online help for more information
The RefPresAlarm, RefLockedAlarm and RefStdMismatch alarms are disabled when the Frame Sync Mode parameter is set to Delay Mode.
Table 3-7. Alarm Descriptions
Alarm Name Alarm Description Alarm Level
SDI IP Video Present Loss of SDI Major Video Frozen Video freeze Minor RefPresAlarm Loss of reference Major RefLockedAlarm Loss of
reference_locked
RefStdMismatch Mismatch between
reference video and video standard
StdMisMtch Video format selection
error
Major
Major
Major
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Overview

Chapter 4

Specifications

The following specification tables appear in this chapter:
“SDI Video Input” on page 40
“SDI Video Output” on page 41
“Propagation Delay” on page 42
“Power Consumption” on page 43
“Operating Temperature” on page 43
Specifications and designs are subject to change without notice.
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Inputs

SDI Video Input

Item Specification
Number 1 Standard SMPTE 292M HD-SDI and 259M-C SD-SDI Connector BNC (IEC169-8) Impedance 75Ω Return loss
Equalization Adaptive cable equalization for up to 393 ft (120 m)
• >18 dB (typical) from 5 MHz to 1485 MHz HD-SDI mode
• >18 dB (typical) to 270 MHz SD-SDI mode
(typical) of Belden 1694A coaxial cable for HD-SDI and 753 ft (230 m) (typical) of Belden 8281 coaxial cable for SD-SDI video
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Outputs

SDI Video Output

Item Specification
Number 2 reclocked, 4 synchronized Standard
Connector BNC (IEC169-8) Impedance 75Ω Return loss
• 1080i (SMPTE 274M) at 25/29.97/30 Hz
• 1080p (SMPTE 274M) at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 Hz
• 720p (SMPTE 296M) at 50/59.94/60 Hz
• 525/625 (SMPTE 259M)
• >18 dB (typical) from 5 MHz to 1485 MHz HD-SDI mode
• >18 dB (typical) to 270 MHz SD-SDI mode
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Signal level 800 mV ±10% D.C. offset 0.0 V pk-to-pk ±0.5 V Rise/fall time
Overshoot <10% of am plitude Jitter
Delay
Frame Synchronizer Locking Range
• < 270 ps, within 100 ps of each other HD-SDI mode
• 400-1500 ps (20 to 80% amplitude) SD-SDI mode
• >100 kHz: <135ps 10 Hz to 100 kHz: <675 ps in HD-SDI mode
• < 0.2 UI (740 ps) peak-to-peak in SD-SDI mode
• 1080i/1080p: up to 8 frames less 2 lines
• 720p: up to 16 frames less 2 lines
• 525/625: up to 1 frame
At least ±50 ppm
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Reference Video

Propagation Delay

Item Specification
Level 1 V pk-to-pk ± 3dB Signal type Analog composite NTSC/PAL-B or
±300 mV tri-level sync
(1080i/1080p/720p) Connector BNC per IEC 169-8 Impedance 75Ω Return loss >35 dB to 30 MHz
Item Specification
Processed video (minimum delay setting)
Re-clocked video 4.5 ns in SD-SDI mode and
SD 525: 5.07µs
SD 625: 5.07µs
1080i/29.97 Hz: 8.50µs
1080i/30 Hz: 8.50µs
1080p/29.97 Hz: 8.50µs
1080p/30 Hz: 8.50µs
720p/59.94 Hz: 8.40µs
720p/60 Hz 8.40µs
720p/50 Hz: 8.16µs
1080i/25 Hz: 8.40µs
1080p/25 Hz: 8.40µs
1080p/24 Hz: 8.0µs
1080p/23.98 Hz: 8.0µs
1 ns in HD-SDI mode
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Power Consumption

The total power consumption for the HFS6801+ is approximately 7 W from the positive rail and 0.3 W from the negative rail.

Operating Temperature

The operating temperature for the HFS6801+ module is 41° to 113°F (5° to 45°C).
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Appendix A
Communication and Control
Troubleshooting Tips
Find the following troubleshooting information in this appendix:
“General Troubleshooting Steps” on page 46
“Software Communication and Control Issues” on page 47
“Hardware Communication and Control Issues” on page 51
“Contacting Customer Service” on page 51
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General Troubleshooting Steps

Follow these steps in troubleshooting 6800+ product problems:
1. Review the “Software Communication and Control Issues” on
page 47 outlined in this chapter.
2. Search this product manual and other associated documentation for answers to your question.
Associated documentation for 6800+ series products can generally be found in the product-specific ma nu al th at accompanies every module, in the FR6802+ Frame Installation
and Operation Manual, and in the 6800+ Safety Instructions and Standards Manual.
Product documentation (including manuals, online help, application notes, erratas, product release notes, and more) can be found on our Web site at www.broadcast.harris.com/leitch along with technical support information, training information, product downloads, and a product knowledge base.
(Support section),
3. Contact your Customer Service representative if, after following these initial steps, you cannot resolve the issue.
To contact Customer Service, see “Contacting Customer Service”
on page 51.
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Software Communication and Control Issues

+ Pilot Lite Fails to Communicate with Installed Modules” on
page 47
+ Pilot Lite Does Not Find All Modules in Frame” on page 48
+ Pilot Lite or CCS Software Application Not Responding” on
page 49
+ Pilot Lite Cannot Control a Module Showing
in the Control Window” on page 49
+ Pilot Lite Status Bar Reports “Not Ready”” on page 49
“CCS Software Application or Remote Control Panel Does Not
Communicate with Module” on page 50
“Alarm Query Fails When a Device Reboots” on page 50
+
Pilot Lite Fails to Communicate with Installed Modules
Confirm that the following items are not the reason for the communication failure:
Proper module slot has not been specified (+ Pilot Lite is not
communicating with the appropriate slot). See your FR6802+ Frame Installation and Operation Manual for more information on slot identification.
COM port is used elsewhere (Check that the correct COM port is
configured in + Pilot Lite and that another application is not using that COM port).
Actual frame ID does not match with the two DIP switch settings in
the back of the frame (+ Pilot Lite is not communicating with the proper frame). See your FR6802+ Frame Installation and Operation Manual for more information on frame ID switch settings.
Null modem cable is not being used. Between the PC running
+ Pilot Lite and the FR6802+ frame, there should be a null RS-232 modem cable. At minimum, this requires that pins 2 and 3 are crossed and 5 to 5 for ground.
ICE6800+ module is installed in the frame (+ Pilot Lite control is
disabled if an ICE6800+ module is installed in the frame; ICE6800+ modules are used for CCS control).
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20-pin connector
Appendix A: Communication and Control Troubleshooting Tips
A legacy 6800 series product is in the frame. + Pilot Lite cannot communicate with legacy 6800 series products. They will not be discovered or controlled by + Pilot Lite, although they can be installed in the FR6802+XF frame and work using card edge controls. The module must be from the 6800+ product family.
Check that the back module does not have any bent pins, following this procedure:
a. Unplug the front module. b. Unscrew and remove the back module. c. View the 20-pin spring connector at the bottom of the back
module.( See Figure A-1.)
Figure A-1. Back Module to Front Module Connector
This connector should not have any bent or pressed pins. Even a slightly depressed or bent pin may cause genlock issues.
d. If there are bent pins, carefully reposition them to their correct
positions. If this is not possible, you can exchange the back module for a
new one (order part number HFS6801+DR).
+
Pilot Lite Does Not Find All Modules in Frame
If a discovery is started too soon after frame power-up, + Pilot Lite will not find all the installed modules. Refresh + Pilot Lite (File > Refresh), and ensure that installed modules are fully powered-up first before discovery.
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If a module is plugged into the frame after a discovery, + Pilot Lite does not automatically detect the module. Refresh + Pilot Lite (File > Refresh) to discover the newly installed module.
If a Legacy 6800 series product is in the frame, + Pilot Lite will not detect it. + Pilot Lite cannot communicate with legacy 6800 series products. They will not be discovered or controlled by + Pilot Lite although they can be installed in the FR6802+XF frame and work using card edge controls. For + Pilot Lite to find a module, it must be from the 6800+ product family.
+
Pilot Lite or CCS Software Application Not Responding
+ Pilot Lite and CCS applications such as Navigator or Pilot cannot run on the same PC at the same time. Both applications can be installed, but only one can be opened at a time.
+
Pilot Lite Cannot Control a Module Showing
in the Control Window
Consider these questions:
Did you physically set the jumper for local control? If so, set this
jumper to the REM position for remote control.
Does the card name in the control window physically match the
card type in the frame?
Is the module properly seated in the frame? Check the positioning
of the module in its slot in the frame.
Does the Control window indicate the device is “ready”? The
device may be powered off or disconnected from the network.
+
Pilot Lite Status Bar Reports “Not Ready”
+ Pilot Lite reports each device’s connection status in the status bar. If the connection status message reads “Not Ready,” check the following:
Is the module properly seated in the frame? Check the position of
the module in the frame.
Is the frame connected to the network? Check the device’s network
connection.
If the status bar still reports no status or “Not Ready” for the frame or device, try restarting + Pilot Lite.
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CCS Software Application or Remote Control Panel Does Not Communicate with Module

CCS software applications (such as Pilot, CoPilot, and Navigator) and remote control panels require the purchase and installation of an ICE6800+ module in an FR6802+ frame in order to communicate remotely via Ethernet.

Alarm Query Fails When a Device Reboots

When you reboot a device connected to your PC, the alarm traffic hitting the network may cause an alarm query request to time out and fail. While the query does not automatically retry , it will post an “Alarm query failed” message to the Diagnostics window.
To clear an “Alarm query failed” message, right-click inside the Diagnostics window, and then select Refresh from the resulting context menu.
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Appendix A: Communication and Control Troubleshooting Tips

Hardware Communication and Control Issues

“Frames Fail to Communicate with the PC after a Power Failure”
on page 51
“Module Does Not Seem to Work” on page 51

Frames Fail to Communicate with the PC after a Power Failure

You must exit the software and restart after the frame recovers from its power failure. To restore communications between the PC and the frames, ensure that the frames have three or more minutes to recover from the power failure before you exit the application and restart the PC.

Module Does Not Seem to Work

Although the following troubleshooting tips may seem obvious, please take the time to ensure the following:
All appropriate rear connections are securely made
The board is securely installed (with no bent pins)
The frame is turned on

Contacting Customer Service

We are committed to providing round-the-clock, 24-hour service to our customers around the world. Visit our Web site at
/www.broadcast.harris.com/leitch
Support for information on how to contact the Customer Service team in your geographical region.
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Index

A
Alarms

Keywords

alarm query failed
alarms
38
Application not responding audience audio processing auto-detection
vii
3
50
49
3
B
Back connector
installing back connectors bank, selecting black clip level
14
6
26
31
C
CCS application 49 changing parameter settings chrominance CRC error counter clipping level Communication failure, frame
Connections
internal Control problems CoPilot Correcting failed upgrades
31
14
49
49
26
20
51
29
D
DC offset 41 default parameter settings, recalling delay range description, general Discovery failure
30
2
48
E
equalization 3 external reference source
33
F
factory defaults 27 factory recall features Firmware updating, modules force freeze FR6802+ frames frame delay frame sync mode Front module front module
30
3
1622
29
14
30
29
14
4
G
gain 31 genlock
3, 31, 36
feedback
33
27
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H
hardware version 27 HD operating mode parameters horizontal phase hue
31
30
25
I
impedance 41 input field detection input video signal standard input, SDI video inputs
3
Installation installation Installed modules 48 internal test signal generator
14 14–??
31
29
40
31
J
jitter 41
L
LEDs 4
module status monitoring
Local control local control locked status loss of video modes luminance CRC error counter
37
35
49
12
33
3, 29
29
M
making connections 15 Maximum allowable power ratings Module not found Module software upgrading module status LEDs
48
1622
37
10
monitoring LEDs
35
N
Navigation Properties box 21 Navigator Network connection Not ready status
49
49
49
O
offset, DC 41 offsets
30
operating temperature outputs
3
overshoot
41
43
P
packing list 11 parameter settings
changing default
Pilot
49
Pilot Lite Power
failure power consumption Precautions, safety product description Product servicing propagation delay
26
27
47
51
10, 43
xii
2
ix
42
R
Reboot device 50 REM/LOC jumper Remote control remote control Required frames return loss
41
12
49
12
14
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Returning a product ix Revision History rise/fall time RoHS-compliance
vii
41
x
S
Safety precautions xii SD operating mode parameters SDI video input selecting bank setting jumpers Shipping information signal flow signal level Software upgrading software version specifications standard, video
Standards
RoHS compliance
WEEE compliance Status not ready Support documents
40
26
12
ix
7
41
1622
27
3943
41
x
xi
49
viii
25
T
test signal generator 31 Troubleshooting
communication control installation
4551
47
50
51
U
unpacking 11 Unpacking information Upgrading module firmware Usable slots
10
ix
V
vertical phase 30 video output mode video signal detection video standard
29
32
41
W
WEEE compliance xi Writing Conventions
viii
1622
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