Nevion SD256256L User Manual

Nevion Europe AS

P.O. Box 1020, 3204 Sandefjord, Norway – Tel: [phone] – Fax: [phone]

www.nevion.com

3GHD256256L / SD256256L

VikinX Modular 256x256 Router

User manual

Rev. 4

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Nevion Support

Nevion Europe
P.O. Box 1020

3204 Sandefjord, Norway

Support phone 1: [phone]
Support phone 2: [phone]

Nevion USA

1600 Emerson Avenue

Oxnard, CA 93033, USA

Toll free North America: [phone]

Outside North America: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

See http://www.nevion.com/support/ for service hours for customer support globally.

Revision history

Current revision of this document is the uppermost in the table below.

Rev.

Repl.

Date

Sign

Change description

4 3 2011-01-26

NBS

Added information about minimum PSU load in
Chapters 2.2 and 3.3.3.
Changes in text due to required use of two PSUs in
each section as standard solution.
Added description of ground strap connection in
chapter 3.3.1.
Added pictures in Chapters 3.5.1 and 3.5.2.
Updated Declaration of Conformity.

3 2 2010-09-27

NBS

Corrected Cable EQ specification for 3Gbps.

2 1 2010-07-21

MR/RB

Major update.

1 0 2010-03-02

NBS

Added some signal specs in Chapter 2 + minor
changes.

0 - 2010-01-28

NBS

First release of new 3G frame.

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Contents

1 Product overview ..................................................................................................... 4

1.1 Main features ................................................................................................................... 4

1.2 Product versions .............................................................................................................. 4

2 Specifications .......................................................................................................... 5

2.1 Mechanics ....................................................................................................................... 5

2.2 Power supply ................................................................................................................... 5

2.3 Control ............................................................................................................................. 5

2.4 Video specifications ......................................................................................................... 6

2.5 Front view ........................................................................................................................ 7

2.6 Rear view ........................................................................................................................ 8

3 Modules inside the Modular 256x256 router .......................................................... 10

3.1 How to access the modules ............................................................................................10

3.2 How to configure the router and modules .......................................................................10

3.3 Power supply module .....................................................................................................10

3.4 System Controller – Multicon ................................................................ ..........................13

3.5 Main X-point modules – XC-M256128-3GHD .................................................................16

3.6 I/O X-point modules – XC-3GHD-M3232 ........................................................................20

3.7 Flashlink section .............................................................................................................22

4 Router communication and control ........................................................................ 26

5 Connecting signal cables to the router................................................................... 27

6 Before calling Nevion Support ............................................................................... 28

7 Serial number overview ......................................................................................... 29

General environmental requirements for Nevion equipment..................................... 30

Product Warranty ...................................................................................................... 31

Important notes regarding Software in the VikinX Modular router family range ........ 32

Appendix A Materials declaration and recycling information..................................... 33

EC Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................... 34

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1 Product overview

The Modular SDI Router is part of the VikinX Modular products range, offering up to 256x256
3G-SDI, HD-SDI or SD-SDI X-points.

This top of the line router provides a very compact frame, fully hot-swappable architecture,
built-in dual redundant power supply and fully redundant controller functions.

Starting with the size of 32x32, the router can be expanded under operation with 32x32
increments. Advanced control features like TCP/IP interface and SNMP agent, as well as
comprehensive surveillance of the router’s vital parameters are available via the Multicon
Monitoring and Control system.

The Modular 3G/HD/SD-SDI router provides output reclocking and input (cable) equalization;
all of which can be turned on/off on an individual basis.

As for our well known VikinX compact router series low power consumption has been
important.

VikinX Modular provides a fully hot-swappable architecture, meaning that all components are
front loaded without any active components on the rear panel.

VikinX Modular provides all important 3rd party control interfaces allowing the control of our
routers through 3rd party management software. On top of that the THOR management
package allows control of the most common 3rd party routers. This enables you to utilize
existing routers and management systems from other manufacturers and still draw the
advantages of implementing VikinX Modular in your routing application.

1.1 Main features

 256x256 3G/HD/SD-SDI router
 Uses VikinX Modular components I/O boards, PSU and controller
 Additional 8 Monitor outputs
 Extended router lines (16x8); makes it possible to add standard Flashlink cards in the

router and control them like a regular router input/output

 Provides all main features known from VikinX Modular HD/SD routers
 Lowest power consumption available, approx. 560W
 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, SD-SDI, DVB-ASI, MADI and AES-3id Audio in one frame
 All active components hot-swappable and front loaded

1.2 Product versions

The following versions of the VikinX Modular 256x256 Router are available:

FR-256256-MR-3GHD

256x256 L frame for Multi rate 3G-/HD-/SD-SDI (19.4Mbps,
143Mbps - 2.97Gbps), 21RU. Incl. single Power Supply
(2x Power-SM1) and Multicon VX-MOD.

3GHD256256L

Router for 3G-SDI (Multi rate; 143Mbps - 2.97Gbps), 19" 21RU,
fully equipped 256x256. Incl. single Power Supply (2x Power-SM1)
and Multicon VX-MOD.

SD256256L

Router for SD-SDI (19.4Mbps, 143Mbps - 540Mbps), 19" 21RU,
fully equipped 256x256. Incl. single Power Supply (2x Power-SM1)
and Multicon VX-MOD.

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Specify AC or DC option upon purchase.

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2 Specifications

2.1 Mechanics

Dimensions:

HxWxD = 924x483x340mm, (19”, 21RU).

Frame weights:

35.4kg;
Weights above include standard equipment according to
Price List item specification.

Router weights:

3GHD256256L / SD256256L (21RU): 48.2kg
Weight of fully populated router frame.

Backplane card:

256x256 (21RU).

X-point Modules:

- Main X-point modules: 256x128

- I/O X-point modules: 32x32

System Controller:

1 Multicon2 card required, 1 redundant card is optional.

2.1.1 Emission/Immunity and safety standards

Emission/Immunity standards:

Compliant with CE EN55103-1 and 2, FCC part 15.

Safety standards:

Compliant with CE EN60950, UL-1950/CSA22.2.

2.2 Power supply

Built-in power supply

4 modules included (2 per section).

Total power consumption:

<600W.

AC Supply voltage range:

90-130VAC / 180-254VAC, switchable, 50-60Hz, 2x300W.

Minimum load:

10% of maximum load.

AC Mains connector:

IEC 320, separate input for each PSU module.

Optional DC/DC power supply:

DC Supply voltage range:

36 - 72VDC, 2x300W.

DC Mains connector:

Screw terminal, separate input for each PSU module.

Alarms:

Power failure alarm on relay contact closure, LED in front,
and Open Collector.

Alarms connector:

RJ45.

2.3 Control

Standard Features:

Serial ports:

Connector:

RS-232/RS-422 for protocol conversion, to VikinX compact
control protocol, or to third party protocols. (2x per Multicon2
card).
DB9, female.

Ethernet ports:
Connector:

10/100BaseT Ethernet bus for external router control with
new protocol. (1x per Multicon2 card).
RJ45.

EDH & Monitoring:

Connector:

Error Detection and Handling integrated in monitoring
outputs.
1 channel available for switch through inputs.
BNC.

Monitored parameters:
(via Multicon2)

- Loss of signal.

- Lock and clock rate on reclockers.

- Module temperature.

- Internal module voltages.

Status surveillance:

On each board with LED, and via system controller.

Reclocker option:

Bypass of reclocking (from system controller).

2

Syscon may be applied instead of Multicon VX-MOD in the router until further notice.

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Input Equalizer option:

Bypass of input equalization (from system controller).

Synchronization handled by
Multicon2:

Connector(s):

- Analog Black&Burst, looped. Both PAL and NTSC
supported.

- Tri-Level, Looped. For HD signal formats only.

- Distribution of synchronization signals between
several routers.

BNC.

Configuration storage:

Removable compact flash card.

Other Features:

- Video switching synchronized on selectable field- and line number.

- Monitoring output on separate channel from each module. 32x1 switch on separate
level. (Same as EDH channel).

- SNMP agent, included with Multicon3.

Optional Features:

Redundant control:

Redundant Matrix Control using 2x Multicon2.

2.4 Video specifications

Supported formats:

Broadcast:

- 19.4Mbps and 143Mbps – 2.97Gbps.

- DVB-ASI, SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE
310M and SMPTE 424M.

Electrical signal inputs, SD256256L:

Standard:

SMPTE 259M.

Data rate:

19.4Mbps, 143Mbps – 540Mbps.

Connector:

75 ohm BNC female.

Impedance:

75 ohm nominal.

Return loss:

> 15dB (5 – 540MHz).

Cable equalization:

0 to 250m, typical Belden 8281.

Electrical signal inputs, 3GHD256256L:

Standard:

SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M and SMPTE 424M.

Data rate:

19.4Mbps, 143Mbps – 2.97Gbps.

Connector:

75 ohm BNC female.

Impedance:

75 ohm nominal.

Return loss:

- >15dB (5MHz – 1.5GHz);

- >10dB (1.5GHz – 3GHz).

Cable equalization:

- 0 to 70m @ 3Gbps, typical Belden 1694A;

- 0 to 100m @ 1.5Gbps, typical Belden 1694A;

- 0 to 200m @ 270Mbps, typical Belden 1694A;

Electrical signal outputs, SD256256L:

Connector:

75 ohm BNC female.

Impedance:

75 ohm nominal.

Return loss:

> 15dB (5 – 540MHz).

Signal level:

800mVp-p ±10%.

Signal polarity:

Non-inverting with respect to inputs.

Electrical signal outputs, 3GHD256256L:

Connector:

75 ohm BNC female.

Impedance:

75 ohm nominal.

Return loss:

- >15dB (5MHz – 1.5GHz);

- >10dB (1.5GHz – 3GHz).

Signal level:

800mVp-p ±10%.

Signal polarity:

Non-inverting with respect to inputs.

Signal transition (both video formats):

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GYDA-VX must be applied for SNMP agent if Syscon is used; only Multicon includes SNMP agent.

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Jitter:

- < 0.2 UI (HD-SDI and SD-SDI);

- < 0.3 UI (3G-SDI).

Reference inputs:

Number of inputs:

2 standard, both reference signals supplied to both system
controllers when used in redundant mode.

Connector:

75 ohm BNC female, loop-thru.

Return loss:

>40dB (100kHz – 5MHz)
>35dB (5 – 10MHz).

Signal format:

NTSC or PAL Black&Burst or HD Tri-Level according to
SMPTE 274M, SMPTE 276M.

Signal level:

Nominal 1.0Vp-p.

Field selectivity:

Odd/Even field selectable.

Timing adj. range:

- 0-20 lines in 1 line steps.

- Vertical Interval Switching Point: Manual
configuration with options fully in accordance with
SMPTE RP168.

2.5 Front view

Note that XC-3GHD-M3232 in the figure above can also be XC-SD-M3232, for an
“SD only” version, or part of the router.

Flashlink modules

I/O X-point modules – XC­3GHD-M3232 (#5-8)

Main X-point modules –
XC-M256128-3GHD

I/O X-point modules – XC­3GHD-M3232 #1-4)

Multicon Gyda*

System Controller –
Multicon

Dual Power supply modules
(C+D)

Dual Power supply modules
(A+B)

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*When using a Multicon Gyda board for controlling the Flashlink section, the
position closest to the frame wall shall be used. The other position shall never be
populated.

2.6 Rear view

The following service connectors can be found on the rear of the Modular 256x256 Router:

AC Mains A+B:

AC mains power supplies for the lower part of the frame.

AC Mains C+D:

AC mains power supplies for the upper part of the frame.

±48V A+B:

Optional DC battery power supplies for the lower part of the frame.

±48V C+D:

Optional DC battery power supplies for the upper part of the frame.

Serial A1 and A2:

RS-232 or RS-422 for external control protocols.

Serial B1 and B2:

RS-232 or RS-422 for external control protocols
(If redundant system controller is installed).

Ethernet A:

10/100Base-T Ethernet bus for external router control.

Ethernet B:

10/100Base-T Ethernet bus for external router control (if redundant
system controller is installed).

Serial GYDA A:

RS-232 or RS-422 for external control protocols (if Multicon Gyda for
control of the Flashlink section is installed).

Serial GYDA B:

Not in use

Ethernet GYDA A:

10/100Base-T Ethernet bus for external router control (if Multicon
Gyda for control of the Flashlink section is installed).

Ethernet GYDA B:

Not in use

Service connectors

I/O #129 - 256

I/O #1 - 128

Service connectors

Flashlink section

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Sync 1 and 2:

Synchronization signal 1 and 2 (in/out). Black&Burst/composite/tri­level sync reference input with passive loop-through for vertical
interval switching.
Vertical Interval Switching Point: Manual configuration with options
fully in accordance with SMPTE RP168.

Power Alarm:

Power fail alarm relay contacts. Separate contact pair for each PSU
module that is installed. Contact closes on power failure. See Chapter

3.3.4 for further description.

SW 1:

Configurations switch 1. For address set of Multicon Gyda controlling
the Flashlink section. Switch 1-3 shall be in “on” position (up), the
others shall be in “off” position. See also description in Chapter 3.7.

SW 2:

Configurations switch 2 (not in use).

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3 Modules inside the Modular 256x256 router

In order to get an overview of the parts that form the Modular 256x256 Router this chapter
will highlight some of the main components.

3.1 How to access the modules

All active modules are accessible through the front of the router frame. If service or
inspection is required, open the unit from the front. The door may be removed for easy
access to the modules.

An important feature of all the modules in the Modular 256x256 Router frame is that they are
all hot-swappable. The user does not have to turn off the power in order to
remove/reinstall/replace a module with active components inside the Modular 256x256
Router.

When a board is hot-swapped and the reset button pushed, the router will restore the current
setting within seconds.

3.2 How to configure the router and modules

Setting up and configuring the router and its modules are done with the Nevion Configurator
software. The Nevion Configurator is shipped with the router, or could be downloaded from

www.nevion.com.

For further instructions on router configuration, please see the online documentation in the
Nevion Configurator.

When the size of the router is changed by adding or removing of Main X-point
modules and/or I/O X-point modules, the Nevion Configurator must be
reconfigured to fit to the new router size.

3.3 Power supply module

Each Modular 256x256 router frame comes with four power supply modules. The first two
power supply modules are inserted in the slots marked with (A and C), and the second power
supply pair is inserted in the slots marked (B and D).

3.3.1 Module insertion

In order to insert a power supply module one must insert the module via the special plastic
guide rails into its position. Once the module is inserted, fix the module by lifting up the
handle on the front and pushing it to the upright position.

In frames where two ground straps are mounted in the upper power section, these must be
connected to the power supply modules as described in the pictures below.

Just unscrew the screws. Then remount through the eye of the ground straps.

Be aware the horizontal direction.

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3.3.2 Module removal

In order to remove a power supply module, one must pull down the handle on the front
downwards to a horizontal position, and pull the module out with the bar on top of the power
module.

3.3.3 How to connect power to the Modular 256x256 Router

On the back of the frame, there are eight power connectors. Four of these connectors are for
AC mains connections; the other four connectors are for optional DC battery connections.

Use an IEC 320 connector to connect AC mains to the Modular 256x256 router frame.

There is a switch on the right hand side of the power supply module that selects
mains voltage. The mains voltage can be either 110VAC or 230VAC. This switch
must be set in the correct position, depending on the mains voltage on the
router’s site.

Failing to select correct AC mains voltage properly may damage the Power
Supply Unit.

Since all power supply modules shall be mounted, all 4 AC mains connectors must be used,
each pair (A+C and B+D) preferably from two different mains circuits.

DC battery power is connected to the frame with screw terminals.
If the frame is equipped with two power supply modules, two DC battery connections are

used. However, if the frame is equipped with redundant power supply modules, all four DC
battery connectors must be used, each pair (A+C and B+D) preferably from two different
battery circuits.

A combination of redundant power supply, using both AC mains and DC battery, is possible.
The frame must then be equipped with two power supply modules of each type, and two AC
connectors and two DC connectors must be used.

Minimum load specification for VikinX Modular PSU is 10% of maximum load.
This means that unused PSU modules should not be connected to AC mains, or
DC battery. Unused PSU modules that are connected to AC mains, or DC
battery, may show blinking alarm LEDs and produce clicking sounds.

This is not dangerous, but we recommend that the user disconnects
unused PSU modules from their respective sources.

3.3.4 Status LEDs and relay contacts

The Status LED indications on AC PSU modules are slightly different from those of DC PSU
modules.

There are 2 LEDs on the front of each power supply module, and they indicate the following:

AC PSU modules:

Upper, RED LED:

Normally OFF. If it is ON, there is a power supply failure, indicating
that the power supply module must be replaced.

Lower, GREEN LED:

Normally ON. If it is OFF, there is no mains power supplying the
frame.

DC PSU modules:

Upper, RED LED:

Normally OFF. If it is ON, there is a faulty output voltage, indicating
that the power supply module must be replaced.

Lower, GREEN LED:

Normally ON. If it is OFF, there is no input power supplying the
frame.

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There are also two Power fail alarm relay contacts on the rear side of the frame; see
Chapters 2.2 and 2.5 for details. Each installed PSU module has a separate pair of contacts.
The relay contact is normally open, and the contact closes on power failure.

 The PSU module A alarm is formed by contact between Pin 3 and Pin 6 (Green pair)
 The PSU module B alarm is formed by contact between Pin 1 and Pin 2 (Orange pair)

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3.4 System Controller – Multicon

Each VikinX Modular frame comes with either one or two system controller cards, Multicon
VX-MOD. One Multicon VX-MOD is necessary to control the router; dual redundant Multicon
VX-MOD is an option.

Please see separate Multicon VX-MOD manual for details about configuration
and control.

Multicon VX-MOD can be enabled for 3rd party control interfaces as an option. Please
contact your Nevion representative for details. Further, Multicon provides the user with an
SNMP agent.

Your Multicon VX-MOD card(s) may be inserted in any of the two slots (A) and (B).
All the configuration parameters, control parameters, etc. are stored in the Compact Flash

(CF) memory of the Multicon card. This provides a high grade of security for the user, as he
just needs to remove the CF card if the Multicon card fails, and install this CF card on a new
Multicon card. The router will not notice the difference.

3.4.1 Card insertion

The frame is equipped with plastic guide rails to align the Multicon cards into their respective
positions. Slide the card into the plastic guide rails inside the frame until the red handle is
close to the frame front. A detailed description of the last part of the insertion process is
shown in the figure below.

On the top of the card tray, there is a hole above each module slot. When the tip of the
handle is just below this hole, start to push the handle downwards as in the figure. The tip of
the handle enters the hole and the card is locked and proper contact ensured when the
handle is in downright position.

Do not use excessive force; the card should enter easily – proper insertion is
almost effortless.

3.4.2 Card removal

To remove a module card from the sub-rack frame, release the card by moving the red
handle until it is in horizontal position, as shown in the figure below. Then pull the card out of
the sub-rack with the red handle.

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3.4.3 Status LEDs and reset button

There are 4 LEDs on the front side of the Multicon VX-MOD card, and a reset button on the
rear side.

Status LEDs

The LEDs indicate the following:

Diode

Red LED

Yellow LED

Green LED

No light

Status

Card error.

Not applicable.

Overall status of
the card is OK

Card has no
power, or is not
inserted correctly.

Eth

Not applicable.

Full duplex
connection.

Half duplex
connection.

No Ethernet link
established; check
cable.

Warn

Abnormal
situation: no
functional error,
but a situation that
requires attention.

Not applicable.

Normal situation.

Not applicable.

Load

High load4 on the

μController. May

occur during
system start up
and software
reconfigurations /
upgrades.

Medium load on
the μController.

Low or normal load
on the μController.

Not applicable.

4

Red LED means 100% load on the Multicon. This may occur for intervals up to approximately 20

seconds. Longer periods may indicate that there is something wrong with the Multicon.

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Reset button

The reset button on the rear side is used to perform a hard reset of the card. Do not perform
a hard reset, unless the situation demands this. By performing a hard reset, the user looses
control of the router, and will not get control of the router until approximately 20 seconds after
releasing the reset button.

3.4.4 CF-card and battery

All the information regarding the router configuration, as well as information regarding control
panels that are connected to the router, is stored in the Compact Flash card on the Multicon
card.

If it is necessary to remove and/or insert a CF card, the following must be done:

1. Remove the Multicon card from its slot, according to the description earlier in this manual.

2. Slide the CF card out of its socket, and insert the new CF card into the socket.

3. Insert the Multicon card into its slot, according to the description earlier in this manual.
The battery is to ensure proper working of the on-board real time clock used by Multicon,

even when the router is powered down.
If it is necessary to remove and/or insert a battery, the following must be done:

1. Remove the Multicon card from its slot, according to the description earlier in this manual.

2. Slide the battery out of its socket, and insert the new battery into the socket.

3. Insert the Multicon card into its slot, according to the description earlier in this manual.

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3.5 Main X-point modules – XC-M256128-3GHD

The XC-M256128-3GHD is the main X-point card in the VikinX Modular 256x256 router
frame.

A maximum of two XC-M256128-3GHD cards can be inserted into the 21RU frame, providing
control of signals between each 32x32 X-point module. An FR-256256-MR-3GHD equipped
with 8x 32x32 X-point modules and 2x XC-M256128-3GHD modules builds a 256x256
router; with only 1x XC-M256128-3GHD module inside, the router size becomes 256x128.

Note that it is not possible to build a 128x256 router; only 256x128 or 256x256.

If there are no XC-M256128-3GHD cards in the frame, or the present XC-M256128-3GHD
cards are not working, the user has still the ability to control each of the XC-3GHD-M32325
cards in the frame as independent 32x32 routers. This feature is useful when configuring the
router, considering protection of important I/O combinations by configuring them to the same
32x32 I/O part of the VikinX Modular 256x256 router frame.

Input 1-32

Input 33-64

Input 65-96

Input 97-128

Input 129-160

Input 161-192

Input 193-224

Input 225-256

Output 1-32

Output 33-64

Output 65-96

Output 97-128

Output 129-160

Output 161-192

Output 193-224

Output 225-256

3.5.1 Card insertion

To insert an XC-M256128-3GHD card, slide the module along the plastic guide rails into its
position. On both sides of the card tray there is a hole next to each module slot. Use the two
handles, which are located on the front of the module to seat the module.

5

Note that XC-3GHD-M3232(-B) in this chapter also applies to XC-SD-M3232.

XC-3GHD-M3232

XC-M256128-3GHD

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When the tip of both handles is just next to these holes, start to push the handles
simultaneously inwards the card.

The tip of the handles enters the hole and the card is locked and proper contact ensured
when you hear a click from both handles.

Note that it may be necessary to press hard when inserting the X-point card(s).
Be sure to press the card(s) firmly into the frame, before locking the handles.

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Note that the reset button shall always be pushed immediately after card insertion
to ensure a shortest possible start-up time.

3.5.2 Card removal

To remove an XC-M256128-3GHD card from the frame, release the card by pushing the red
knobs on each handle until each handle releases from its locked position.

Then pull both handles simultaneously, and pull the card out of the frame.

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3.5.3 Status LEDs

The front view of an XC-M256128-3GHD card is as follows:

A detailed look at the LEDs is shown below:

The 10 LEDs on the front of each XC-M256128-3GHD card indicate the following:

Diode

Red LED

Green LED

BEAT

Blinks when the μController is running

(heartbeat).

SYST.ERR

A fault is detected on the card. The
system controller lights, or turns off
this LED. This is used for simplifying
the identification of a module.

SER.CH2

Blinks each time the μController of the

X-point card answers a message from
the system controller on
communication channel 2.

SER.CH1

Blinks each time the μController of the
X-point card answers a message from
the system controller on
communication channel 1.

TEST 1

No special function; for internal testing purpose only.

FAN 2

Fan error, when the fan speed is
outside its normal range. FAN2 is the
innermost fan on the X-point card.

The fan speed of FAN2 is in its normal
range. FAN2 is the innermost fan on
the X-point card.

PWR*

Any of the voltages on the card is
outside their legal range.

All internal voltages are OK.

TEMP

The temperature of the card is outside
its legal range.

The temperature of the card is OK.

FAN1

Fan error, when the fan speed is
outside its normal range. FAN1 is the
outermost fan on the X-point card.

The fan speed of the first fan is in its
normal range. FAN1 is the outermost
fan on the X-point card.

TEST 2

No special function; for internal testing purpose only.

Note that all alarm ranges are configurable from the system controller.
*When only a Main X-point module and no I/O X-point module is mounted in a

section, the “PWR” LED of the Main X-point module may indicate an alarm (red)
though everything is all right. The LED will turn green immediately when one I/O
X-point module is mounted in the connected section. This problem has been
resolved for new boards and is valid only with the first release of boards.

3.5.4 Service switch and reset button

There is one slide-switch and one push-button switch on the board, as shown in the figure
below.

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When the RESET button is pushed and released, the μController of the X-point card resets
and restarts its operation with its default settings, or the settings stored in EEPROM.

The slide switch next to the RESET button is a service switch: The knob must always stay in

the position indicated with “NORMAL”. The slide switch is for factory use only.

3.6 I/O X-point modules – XC-3GHD-M3232

Note that XC-3GHD-M3232 in this chapter also applies to XC-SD-M3232.

Each VikinX Modular 256x256 router frame must be equipped with at least one 32x32
X-point card, XC-3GHD-M3232.

A maximum of eight XC-3GHD-M3232 cards can be inserted into the 21RU frame, providing
router sizes from 32x32, via 64x64, 96x96, up to 256x256.

It is also possible to combine 3GHD and SD routers in the same frame. You may add SD
X-point cards into a 3GHD-SDI frame, and vice versa.

3.6.1 Card insertion

The XC-3GHD-M3232 cards are inserted in the exact same way as the XC-M256128-3GHD
cards. See Chapter 3.5.1

Note that the reset button shall always be pushed immediately after card insertion
to ensure a shortest possible start-up time.

3.6.2 Card removal

The XC-D-M3232 cards are removed in the exact same way as the XC-256128 cards. See
Chapter 3.5.2

3.6.3 Status LEDs

The front view of an XC-D-M3232 card is as follows:

A detailed look at the LEDs is shown below:

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The 10 LEDs on the front of each X-point card indicate the following:

Diode

Red LED

Green LED

BEAT

Blinks when the μController is running
(heartbeat).

SYST.ERR

A fault is detected on the card. The
system controller lights, or turns off
this LED. This is used for simplifying
the identification of a module.

SER.CH2

Blinks each time the μController of the

X-point card answers a message from
the system controller on
communication channel 2.

SER.CH1

Blinks each time the μController of the

X-point card answers a message from
the system controller on
communication channel 1.

TEST 1

No special function; for internal testing purpose only.

FAN 2

Fan error, when the fan speed is
outside its normal range. FAN2 is the
innermost fan on the X-point card.

The fan speed of FAN2 is in its normal
range. FAN2 is the innermost fan on
the X-point card.

PWR

Any of the voltages on the card is
outside their legal range.

All internal voltages are OK.

TEMP

The temperature of the card is outside
its legal range.

The temperature of the card is OK.

FAN1

Fan error, when the fan speed is
outside its normal range. FAN1 is the
outermost fan on the X-point card.

The fan speed of the first fan is in its
normal range. FAN1 is the outermost
fan on the X-point card.

EDH.ERR

Indicates EDH status for the selected
monitor output.
The monitoring output monitors the
selected input, but the EDH counter is
on the output.

Note that all alarm ranges are configurable from the system controller.

3.6.4 Service switch and reset button

There are one slide-switch and one push-button switch on the board, as shown in the figures
below.

The push-button switch (SW2001) is the RESET switch. When this button is pushed and
released, the μController of the X-point card resets and restarts its operation with its default
settings, or the settings stored in EEPROM.

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The slide switch: The knob must always stay in the position away from the card front. The

slide switch is for factory use only.

3.7 Flashlink section

The Flashlink section in the upper, left part of the router makes it possible to switch signals
via Flashlink modules and even from one module to another. In this way several Flashlink
functions can be introduced in the signal path.

Please contact Nevion Sales Dept., or your local Nevion representative for a complete
survey of Flashlink modules that are available for this purpose.

There are four slots for Flashlink modules and one for the 15V PSU module available in the
VikinX Modular 256x256 frame.

For connection to/from the router there are a total of 32pcs. SMA connectors; 2x8 inputs (two
and two in parallel) and 16 separate outputs.

The layout (seen from the front of the router) is as follows:

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Block schematic 256256:

The picture is illustrating the matrix cards in the frame and the interconnection between them
and the SMA connectors for the Flashlink section. There are 2 main X-point cards in the
middle, each sending 32+1 signals to 4 IO-cards. Each of the 8 IO-cards are receiving 32

Mon.8 (280)
Input 225-256
Output 225-256

Mon.7 (279)
Input 193-224
Output 193-224

Mon.6 (278)
Input 161-192
Output 161-192

Mon.5 (277)
Input 129-160
Output 129-160

Mon.4 (276)
Input 97-128
Output 97-128

Mon.3 (275)
Input 65-96
Output 65-96

Mon.2 (274)
Input 33-64
Output 33-64

Mon.1 (273)
Input 1-32
Output 1-32

Input 1-256 and 257-264 (main 256x128)
Output 1-128 and 257-264 and 273-276

1

2

3 4 5

6 7 8 9 111

11111 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1

2 3 4

5 6 7

8

8 8 8

8

16 outputs to Flashlink modules

8x2 (mirrored) inputs from Flashlink modules

Multicon VX-MOD

Multicon GYDA

Router control
(opt. redundant)

Flashlink control

32

32

33

33

Input 1-256 and 257-264 (main 256x128)
Output 129-256 and 265-272 and 277-280

(257-264)

(265-272)

(257-

264)

The layout of the 32 pcs. SMA
connectors as seen from the front of the
router.

Control of the
Flashlink cards

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main plus 1 monitor line from its related X-point card and sending 32 signals to both X-point
cards.
The 32 SMA connectors are located at the upper, left end of the main backplane. Please
observe that the Flashlink modules must have dual outputs in order to provide two identical
signals to the main X-point cards. The lower X-point card is sending signals to Flashlink
output 1-8 (main matrix output 257-264) and the upper one is sending signals to Flashlink
output 9-16 (265-272).

The Multicon GYDA has to be configured to an address that is not in conflict with the
Flashlink cards in the upper section of the router. This is done with the dip switches at the
lower backplane, located at the right side on the rear of the router. Configure it to card
number 5 by setting SW13 up and the rest down (ref. drawing).

Please observe the following notes when applying Flashlink modules in the VikinX
Modular 256x256 frame:

The function of the Flashlink section must be decided prior to ordering. This is
because the solution will be mounted and fully tested at Nevion before shipping.
The solution is not at all suitable for retrofitting and will therefore not be offered as
a solution for already delivered routers.

SW 14 13 12 11

SW 24 23 22 21

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Only Nevion provided cable solutions shall be used for connection between
Flashlink modules and the router.

The 2x8 inputs and 16 outputs are found in the router control system (Multicon)
as inputs 257 to 264 and outputs 257 to 272.

For control and monitoring of Flashlink modules, one or two (redundant) Multicon
Gyda board (s) must be mounted in dedicated slot (s) at the bottom section of the
router.

Input EQs and Output Reclockers must always be activated in Flashlink modules
that are used in the router frame.

Input EQs and Output Reclockers in the router’s signal paths connecting to/from
the Flashlink section must be activated.

When connecting two Flashlink modules via the router, the signal must be looped

externally, via the router’s backplane. And Input EQ and Output Reclocker must

be activated for the employed backplane ports.

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4 Router communication and control

You gain access to router for communication and control purposes by connecting either the
router’s serial port to your computer and/or by using an Ethernet connection.

Please refer to the manual for Multicon VX-MOD for a detailed description of the applicable
communication interfaces for your modular router.

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5 Connecting signal cables to the router

The Modular 256x256 router offers standard 75Ohms BNC connectors for all in- and outputs.
See also Chapter 2.6 for rear layout.

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6 Before calling Nevion Support

The following table shows possible symptoms, and what to do in order to correct possible
error sources. Every user should read this before calling Nevion Technical Support.

Symptom

What to do…

The lower, GREEN LED on the Power
Supply is OFF

Depends on AC or DC PSU option. See
Chapter 3.3.4.

The upper, RED LED on the Power Supply is
ON

Depends on AC or DC PSU option. See
Chapter 3.3.4.

The Status LED on the Multicon card is RED

There is a card error, indicating that the
Multicon card must be replaced.

The Warn LED on the Multicon card is RED

An abnormal situation has occurred. See
Chapter 3.4.3. If the router has redundant
PSU modules, check that both modules are
properly installed, and are working. If the
router has redundant Multicon cards, check
that both cards are properly inserted, and are
working.

The SYST.ERR. LED on one of the X-point
cards is RED

A fault is detected on the X-point card. Check
that it is properly connected. If it is properly
connected, the X-point card needs
replacement.

A FAN LED on one of the X-point cards is
RED

The fan speed is outside its legal range,
indicating that service is necessary.

The PWR. LED on one of the X-point cards is
RED

Any of the voltages on the card is outside its
legal range, indicating that service in
necessary.

The TEMP. LED on one of the X-point cards
is RED

Any of the temperatures on the card is
outside its legal range, indicating that service
is necessary.

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7 Serial number overview

The following table shows the serial numbers of all parts of your Modular 256x256 Router.
Please refer to these numbers when contacting Nevion Europe for product support.

Device / Part

Part / Serial number

Frame, including all static cards

Power Supply Module #1

Power Supply Module #2

Power Supply Module #3, if included

Power Supply Module #4, if included

Multicon Card #1

Multicon Card #2, if included

Syscon Card #16

Syscon Card #26, if included

XC-M256128-3GHD Card #1

XC-M256128-3GHD Card #2, if included

XC-3GHD-M3232 Card #1, if included

XC-3GHD-M3232 Card #2, if included

XC-3GHD-M3232 Card #3, if included

XC-3GHD-M3232 Card #4, if included

XC-3GHD-M3232 Card #5, if included

XC-3GHD-M3232 Card #6, if included

XC-3GHD-M3232 Card #7, if included

XC-3GHD-M3232 Card #8, if included

And/Or…

XC-SD-M3232 Card #1, if included

XC-SD-M3232 Card #2, if included

XC-SD-M3232 Card #3, if included

XC-SD-M3232 Card #4, if included

XC-SD-M3232 Card #5, if included

XC-SD-M3232 Card #6, if included

XC-SD-M3232 Card #7, if included

XC-SD-M3232 Card #8, if included

Additional cards, if applicable…

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Only if Multicon is not applied.

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General environmental requirements for Nevion equipment

1.

The equipment will meet the guaranteed performance specification under the following
environmental conditions:

-

Operating room temperature range:

0°C to 45°C

-

Operating relative humidity range:

<95% (non-condensing)

2.

The equipment will operate without damage under the following environmental
conditions:

-

Temperature range:

-10°C to 55°C

-

Relative humidity range:

<95% (non-condensing)

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Product Warranty

The warranty terms and conditions for the product(s) covered by this manual follow the
General Sales Conditions by Nevion, which are available on the company web site:

www.nevion.com

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Important notes regarding Software in the VikinX Modular router

family range

This product utilizes software components that are licensed with open source licenses. The
source code for these components and our modifications are available from:

http://labs.nevion.com/open-source/

You may also send Nevion Europe a recordable CD and a self-addressed envelope, and we
will burn the contents of http://labs.nevion.com/open-source/ to your CD and send it back to
you.

This offer is valid for 3 years after purchase of this product.

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Appendix A Materials declaration and recycling information

A.1 Materials declaration

For product sold into China after 1st March 2007, we comply with the “Administrative

Measure on the Control of Pollution by Electronic Information Products”. In the first stage of

this legislation, content of six hazardous materials has to be declared. The table below
shows the required information.

Part Name

Toxic or hazardous substances and elements

Lead

(Pb)

Mercury

(Hg)

Cadmium

(Cd)

Hexavalent

Chromium

(Cr(VI))

Polybrominated

biphenyls

(PBB)

Polybrominated

diphenyl ethers

(PBDE)

FR-256256-MR­3GHD

O O O O O

O

XC-M256128­3GHD

O O O O O

O

XC-3GHD-M3232
/ XC-SD-M3232

O O O O O

O

Multicon VX-MOD

O O O O O

O

POWER-SM AC /
POWER-SM-DC

O O O O O

O

O: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for
this part is below the limit requirement in SJ/T11363-2006.

X: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous
materials used for this part is above the limit requirement in SJ/T11363-2006.

Parts without any of the above mentioned hazardous substances are indicated by the
product marking:

A.2 Recycling information

Nevion provides assistance to customers and recyclers through our web site

http://www.nevion.com/. Please contact Nevion’s Customer Support for assistance with

recycling if this site does not show the information you require.
Where it is not possible to return the product to Nevion or its agents for recycling, the

following general information may be of assistance:
 Before attempting disassembly, ensure the product is completely disconnected from

power and signal connections.

 All major parts are marked or labeled to show their material content.
 Some circuit boards may contain battery-backed memory devices.

Nevion Europe AS

P.O. Box 1020, 3204 Sandefjord, Norway – Tel: [phone] – Fax: [phone]

www.nevion.com

EC Declaration of Conformity

MANUFACTURER

Nevion Europe AS
P.O. Box 1020, 3204 Sandefjord, Norway

AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
(Established within the EEA)

Not applicable

MODEL NUMBER(S)

3GHD256256L / SD256256L

DESCRIPTION

VikinX Modular 256x256 Router

DIRECTIVES this equipment complies with

Low voltage (EU Directive 2006/95/EC)
EMC (EU Directive 2004/108/EC)
RoHS (EU Directive 2002/95/EC)
China RoHS7
WEEE (EU Directive 2002/96/EC)
REACH

HARMONISED STANDARDS applied in order
to verify compliance with Directive(s)

EN 55103-1:1996
EN 55103-2:1996

TEST REPORTS ISSUED BY

Notified/Competent Body

Report no:

Nemko

E10100.00

TECHNICAL CONSTRUCTION FILE NO

Not applicable

YEAR WHICH THE CE-MARK WAS AFFIXED

2010

TEST AUTHORIZED SIGNATORY

MANUFACTURER

AUTHORIZED
REPRESENTATIVE
(Established within EEA)

Date of Issue

2010-07-21

Place of Issue

Not applicable

Sandefjord, Norway

Name

Thomas Øhrbom

Position

VP of Quality, Nevion
(authorized signature)

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