Nevion TVG480 User Manual
TVG480
JPEG2000 Post Production Gateway
User’s Manual
Revision: 2.8.24 (4422)
2014-06-02
Valid for SW version 2.8.24 and newer
Contents
1 History 9
2 Introduction 11
2.1 Scope 11
2.2 Warnings, cautions and notes 11
2.3 Heed warnings 12
2.4 Contact information 12
3 Short Product Description 13
3.1 Software options 14
4 Getting Started 15
4.1 Configure the management Ethernet interface 15
4.2 Configure device name and time settings 16
4.3 Select the operational mode 16
4.4 Connect the signals 16
5 Installing the Equipment 19
5.1 Inspect the package content 19
5.2 Installation Environment 19
5.3 Equipment installation 20
5.4 Ventilation 20
5.5 Power supply 21
5.5.1 AC power supply 21
5.5.2 Dual AC power supplies 21
5.5.2.1 AC power cable 21
5.5.2.2 Protective Earth/technical Earth 22
5.5.2.3 Connecting to the AC power supply 22
5.5.3 DC power supply 23
5.5.3.1 DC power cable 23
5.5.4 Powering up/down 23
5.6 Connecting the TVG480 24
5.6.1 Physical description overview 24
5.6.2 SDI ports 24
5.6.3 Ethernet Ports 24
5.6.4 Power Supply 25
5.6.5 Technical Earth 25
5.6.6 Alarm/Reset 26
5.6.7 Serial USB interface 26
6 Operating the Equipment 27
6.1 Accessing the graphical user interface 27
6.2 Password protection 27
6.2.1 Resetting the password list 28
6.3 Changing the IP address of the unit 28
6.3.1 Changing IP address via the Web GUI 28
6.3.2 Changing the management port IP address via the terminal interface 30
6.3.3 Configuring automatic IP address assignment 30
6.4 Stereoscopic 3D operation 31
6.4.1 Requirements 31
6.4.2 Configuration 32
6.5 Hitless switching 32
7 WEB Interface 35
7.1 Login 35
7.2 Status header 36
7.3 WEB pages overview 37
7.3.1 Status 37
7.3.2 Device info 37
7.3.3 Encoders 38
7.3.4 Decoders 38
7.3.5 SDI Ports 38
7.3.6 IP Status 39
7.4 Status 39
7.4.1 Current Status 39
7.4.2 Alarm log 41
7.5 Device Info 42
7.5.1 Product info 43
7.5.2 Alarms 45
7.5.2.1 Device alarms 46
7.5.2.2 Global configuration 46
7.5.2.3 Relays and LED 47
7.5.2.4 Alarm log settings 49
7.5.3 Time Settings 50
7.5.4 Reference Sync 53
7.5.4.1 IP RX Video RefSync 53
7.5.4.2 Alarms 54
7.5.5 Network 54
7.5.5.1 Interfaces 55
7.5.5.1.1 Main 55
7.5.5.1.2 Interface Settings 56
7.5.5.1.3 DHCP Settings 56
7.5.5.1.4 DHCP Status 57
7.5.5.1.5 Manual IP Settings 58
7.5.5.1.6 Interface Status 58
7.5.5.1.7 Detect Settings 59
7.5.5.1.8 Alarms 59
7.5.5.1.9 Advanced 59
7.5.5.1.10 Status 60
7.5.5.1.11 VLAN 62
7.5.5.1.12 Main Settings 62
7.5.5.1.13 Manual IP Settings 63
7.5.5.1.14 Advanced Settings 63
7.5.5.1.15 DHCP settings and status 63
7.5.5.1.16 SFP 63
7.5.5.2 DNS Settings 72
7.5.5.3 IP Routing 72
7.5.5.4 TXP Settings 73
7.5.5.5 SNMP Settings 74
7.5.5.6 Tools 75
7.5.5.6.1 Ping 76
7.5.5.6.2 Traceroute 77
7.5.6 Save/Load Config 78
7.5.6.1 Save/Load Configs 79
7.5.6.1.1 Save Configuration 79
7.5.6.1.2 Load Configuration From file 80
7.5.6.1.3 Load Configuration from Remote Device 80
7.5.6.1.4 Load options 81
7.5.6.2 Boot Log 81
7.5.6.3 Stored Configs 82
7.5.6.4 Emergency Switch 83
7.5.7 Maintenance 86
7.5.7.1 General 86
7.5.7.2 Software Upgrade 87
7.5.7.3 Feature Upgrade 89
7.5.8 Users 89
7.5.9 GUI Preferences 90
7.6 Encoders 91
7.6.1 Encoders overview 91
7.6.2 Encoder 92
7.6.2.1 Main 92
7.6.2.2 Alarms 95
7.6.2.3 JPEG2000 95
7.6.2.4 Audio 96
7.6.2.5 HD VBI 97
7.6.2.6 ANC 97
7.6.2.7 Advanced 98
7.6.3 Encoder, Source 99
7.6.3.1 Main 99
7.6.3.2 Alarms 100
7.6.4 Encoder, IP Destination 101
7.6.4.1 Main 101
7.6.4.2 FEC 103
7.6.4.3 Ping 104
7.7 Decoders 105
7.7.1 Decoders overview 105
7.7.2 Decoder 106
7.7.2.1 Main 106
7.7.2.2 Alarms 108
7.7.2.3 JPEG2000 108
7.7.2.4 Audio 110
7.7.2.5 HD VBI 110
7.7.2.6 ANC 111
7.7.2.7 Advanced 111
7.7.3 Decoder, Source 113
7.7.3.1 Main 113
7.7.3.2 Alarms 114
7.7.3.3 FEC 115
7.7.3.4 Ping 115
7.7.3.5 Stat 115
7.7.4 Decoder, IP Diversity RX 115
7.7.5 Decoder, SDI Out 117
7.7.5.1 Main 117
7.7.5.2 Decoder SDI Out Alarms page 117
7.8 SDI Ports 117
7.8.1 Main 117
7.8.1.1 SDI-IN 118
7.8.1.2 SDI-OUT 119
7.8.1.3 Alarms 119
7.9 IP Status 120
8 SNMP 121
8.1 SNMP agent characteristics 121
8.2 MIB naming conventions 121
8.3 MIB overview 121
8.3.1 Supported standard MIBs 121
8.3.2 Custom MIBs 121
8.4 SNMP related configuration settings 123
8.4.1 Community strings 124
8.4.2 Trap destination table 124
8.4.3 Trap configuration 124
8.5 Alarm/status related SNMP TRAPs 125
8.5.1 The main trap messages 125
8.5.2 Severity indications 125
8.5.3 Alarm event fields 126
8.5.4 Matching of on/off traps 127
8.5.5 Legacy trap messages 127
8.6 Using net-snmp to access MIB information 128
8.6.1 Reading a parameter with snmpget 128
8.6.2 Writing a parameter with snmpset 128
9 Preventive Maintenance and Fault-finding 131
9.1 Preventive maintenance 131
9.1.1 Routine inspection 131
9.1.2 Cleaning 131
9.1.3 Servicing 131
9.1.4 Warranty 132
9.2 Fault-finding 132
9.2.1 Preliminary checks 132
9.2.2 PSU LED not lit / power supply problem 133
9.2.3 Fan(s) not working / unit overheating 134
9.3 Disposing of this equipment 134
9.4 Returning the unit 134
A Glossary 135
B Technical Specification 141
B.1 Physical details 141
B.1.1 Half-width version 141
B.1.2 Full-width (dual power) version 141
B.2 Environmental conditions 141
B.3 Power 142
B.3.1 AC Mains supply 142
B.3.2 DC supply 142
B.4 Input/output ports 142
B.4.1 HD-SDI port 142
B.4.2 Ethernet ports 143
B.4.3 Serial USB interface 143
B.5 Alarm ports 143
B.5.1 Alarm relay/reset port specification 143
B.6 Compliance 144
B.6.1 Safety 144
B.6.2 Electromagnetic compatibility - EMC 144
B.6.3 CE marking 145
B.6.4 Interface to “public telecommunication system” 145
C Forward Error Correction in IP Networks 147
C.1 IP stream distortion 147
C.2 Standardisation 148
C.3 FEC matrix 148
C.4 Transmission aspects 151
C.5 Quality of service and packet loss in IP networks 152
C.6 Error improvement 153
C.7 Latency and overhead 154
D Quality of Service, Setting Packet Priority 157
D.1 MPLS 157
D.2 Layer 3 routing 157
D.2.1 TVG480 configuration 158
D.3 Layer 2 priority 158
D.3.1 TVG480 configuration 158
E Alarms 159
F References 169
1 History
Revision Date SW version Comments
2.8.24 June 2014 2.8.24 Updated for sw version 2.8.24
2.6.8 April 2013 2.6.8 Updated for sw version 2.6.8
2.4.4 March 2012 2.4.4 Updated for sw version 2.4.4
2.2.8 January 2012 2.2.8 Updated for sw version 2.2.8
2.0.20 August 2011 2.0.20 Updated for sw version 2.0.20
1.2.22 December 2010 1.2.22 Updated for sw version 1.2.22
1.0.0 October 2009 1.0.0 Initial release
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2 Introduction
2.1 Scope
This manual is written for operators and users of the TVG480 JPEG2000 Post Production Gateway and provides necessary information for installation, operation and day-to-day maintenance
of the unit. The manual covers the functionality of the software version 2.8.24 or later, and continues to be relevant to subsequent software versions where the functionality of the equipment
has not been changed. When a new software version changes the functionality of the product,
an updated version of this manual will be provided.
The manual covers the following topics:
• Getting started
• Equipment installation
• Operating instructions
• WEB interface description
• Preventive maintenance and fault finding
• Alarm listing
• Technical specifications
2.2 Warnings, cautions and notes
Throughout this manual warnings, cautions and notes are highlighted as shown below:
Warning: This is a warning. Warnings give information, which if strictly
observed, will prevent personal injury and death, or damage to personal
property or the environment.
Caution: This is a caution. Cautions give information, which if strictly
followed, will prevent damage to equipment or other goods.
Note: Notes provide supplementary information. They are highlighted for
emphasis, as in this example, and are placed immediately after the relevant
text.
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2.3 Heed warnings
• All warnings marked on the product and in this manual should be adhered to. The
manufacturer cannot be held responsible for injury or damage resulting from negligence of warnings and cautions given.
• All the safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is installed and operated.
• All operating and usage instructions should be followed.
• The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
2.4 Contact information
Our primary goal is to provide first class customer care tailored to your specific business and
operational requirements.
Please contact us at:
Telephone +47 22 88 97 50
Fax +47 22 88 97 51
E-mail support@t-vips.com
WEB www.t-vips.com
Mail and visiting address T-VIPS AS
Nils Hansens vei 2
NO-0667 Oslo
Norway
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3 Short Product Description
The TVG480 JPEG2000 Post Production Gateway represents the next generation solution for
transport of high definition TV over IP networks.
The TVG480 JPEG2000 Post Production Gateway is a member of the T-VIPS Video Gateway suite;
a line of compact, powerful and cost-effective products designed for real-time contribution and
distribution of broadcast quality video over IP networks.
The TVG480 JPEG2000 Post Production Gateway provides encoding or decoding of up to two
HD-SDI channels simultaneously.
TVG480 JPEG2000 Post Production Gateway takes advantage of the unmatched quality of JPEG2000
compression combined with the inherent flexibility of IP. JPEG2000 wavelet compression technology enables transmission of compressed 3G HD, HDTV and SD television over Gigabit Ethernet. Broadcasters are offered an efficient, affordable and scalable solution for studio quality,
high definition, video contribution.
TVG480 enables operators to utilize Ethernet technology to build cost effective SONET, IPMPLS or Metro Ethernet networks for video transport. Built in Quality of Service functionality
combined with Forward Error Correction and error concealment secures flawless operation from
end to end even in presence of IP impairments as packet loss or heavy jitter.
Salient features of the TVG480 are:
• Up to two JPEG2000 compressed simultaneous HD-SDI video channels, depending on
licensed features.
• High Quality Video
− Programmable JPEG2000 compression
− 10 bit video resolution
− Frame-by-frame encoding
• Robust transmission of HD-SDI signals
− Flexible Forward Error Correction (option)
− Error concealment
− Ethernet interfaces, electrical or SFP
− Smallcast
− Hitless switching (using RTP/IP diversity reception (option))
• Very Low Delay
− Aggregate encoding and decoding delay less than 60 ms (mode dependent)
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• MXF encapsulation
− Suitable for file-based workflow
• Ancillary data support
− Transparent transfer of embedded audio and vertical interval data
• Compact, flexible cost-effective solutions
− Half-width 19 inch 1 RU version, sideways stackable
− Full-width 19 inch 1 RU version with dual power.
• User-friendly configuration and control
− WEB/XML based remote control
− SNMP agent for easy integration with network management systems (NMS)
− Can be integrated with T-VIPS Connect
3.1 Software options
The TVG480 JPEG2000 Post Production Gateway functionality depends on software modules
that may be individually enabled through a software licensing scheme. Software licences may
be purchased from T-VIPS and installed by the user.
The following table describes features available as software options. Please refer to
for more information about how to enable new software features.
Table 3.1 Functionality enabled through software licences
Functionality Function
Connect Control Supervision of the unit through the Connect software. This must be enabled in order to
allow remote supervision.
Forward Error Correction Pro-MPEG Forward Error Correction.
Encoding Enables encoding functionality.
Decoding Enables decoding functionality.
SFP Module Enables use of the SFP module.
Allow Stereo 3D operation Enables encoding/decoding of stereoscopic 3D signals.
RTP/IP Diversity Reception Enables hitless switching between two identical IP input streams
The feature list for the TVG480 JPEG2000 Post Production Gateway will show more features
than listed here. For available upgrade options, please contact sales@t-vips.com.
Chapter 7
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4 Getting Started
This section provides a short description of the minimum steps that must be taken in order to
start operating the TVG480.
If you are an experienced user of T-VIPS equipment or similar types of encoding/decoding
equipment the following description should enable you to quickly install the TVG480 JPEG2000
Post Production Gateway and start operation. If this is your first time to install such equipment
you are strongly adviced to read the full installation procedure. To gain full benefit of the
product functionality and capabilities refer to the user interface description.
The procedures outlined below are based on the assumption that the unit is in the factory
default state.
4.1 Configure the management Ethernet interface
Since the primary interface for controlling the TVG480 is Web based, the first step is to set up
the IP address for the management interface.
Changing the default IP address using the Web interface requires that your management computer may be configured with a static IP address. If a static IP address cannot be configured on
your computer the IP address may be configured via the terminal interface. The procedure is
described in the user manual.
Note: Avoid connecting through a network at this stage, as this may give
unpredictable results due to possible IP address conflict.
1. Connect an Ethernet cable directly between the PC and the Ethernet 1 port of the
TVG480. The default IP address of the TVG480 is 10.0.0.10/255.255.255.0. Configure the
PC to be on the same subnet as the TVG480.
2. Open your Web browser and type http://10.0.0.10 in the address field of the browser.
Log into the GUI with username admin and password salvador.
3. Browse to Device Info > Network > Ethernet 1 in the GUI, and set the IP address
settings required for your network. Click Apply to activate the new parameters.
4. The connection with your management PC will now be lost. To re-connect to the
TVG480 connect both the Ethernet 1 port of the unit and the management PC to the
network. The IP settings of the management PC must now be set to agree with the
network used.
5. Again, open your Web browser and type http: (New-IP-Address) in the address field of
the browser. Log into the GUI with username admin and password salvador.
An alternative to using the WEB browser to configure the IP address is to set up the address
using a local USB cable. This procedure is explained in Section 6.3.2.
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4.2 Configure device name and time settings
1. Assign a name for the device in order to more easily identify the unit in the network.
Browse to Device Info > Product Info and enter a Name and Inventory ID. Click Apply
to activate.
2. Set date and time of the real time clock to ensure correct time stamping of the alarm
log entries. Browse to Device Info > Time Settings. The internal clock may be used to
time stamp alarm log entries, in which case a manual Date and Time adjust is all that
is needed. Click Apply to activate.
You may enable an external time source to provide a common reference for alarm logs
of all units of a system. Refer to the user manual for details.
4.3 Select the operational mode
Before starting to use the TVG480, it is essential to understand the fundamental operational
modes of the unit.
Note: Changing the operational mode requires reboot of the unit.
For the TVG480, there are three fundamental operational modes that need to be configured.
These are listed in the following table.
The operational modes are configured on the Device Info > Maintenance subpage as shown in
Figure 4.1.
To change an operational mode, select the new mode from the drop down lists/radio buttons.
When pressing the Apply button, you are asked to confirm reboot of the device. By accepting
the request, the unit will reboot and the device will start up in the new configured mode.
4.4 Connect the signals
After configuring the IP address and operational mode, the product is ready to do encoding or
decoding of video signals. To configure parameters needed for encoding, see Section 7.6. To
configure parameters needed for decoding, see Section 7.7.
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Operational mode Description Values
Encode/Decode This mode selects whether the device shall operate as
a pure encoder, a pure decoder or a combined
encoder/decoder (“bidirectional mode”).
Ethernet Interface The TVG480 in standard configuration has three
network ports, but only two of them can be used
simultaneously. Depending on the operational mode,
it can operate with either two electrical Gigabit
Ethernet ports, or one SFP and one electrical Gigabit
Ethernet.
As a HW-option, the TVG480 can be delivered with
two additional network ports, one electrical and one
SFP. Except for Ethernet port 1 (electrical Gigabit),
which is always available, only ports of the same type,
electrical or SFP, can be used simultaneously.
Depending on the operational mode, it can thus
operate with either three electrical Gigabit Ethernet
ports, or one electrical Gigabit Ethernet port and two
SFP ports.
Video Field Rate Selects the fundamental video field rate of the unit.
It must be set to match the video formats that will
be used during operation.
Encode, Decode or Encode/Decode
SFP, 1000Base-T
50Hz/24Hz, 59.94Hz/23.98Hz and 60Hz
Figure 4.1 Operational modes for the TVG480
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5 Installing the Equipment
Caution: The TVG480 must be handled carefully to prevent safety hazards
and equipment damage. Ensure that the personnel designated to install
the unit have the required skill and knowledge. Follow the instructions
for installation and use only installation accessories recommended by the
manufacturers.
5.1 Inspect the package content
• Inspect the shipping container for damage. Keep the shipping container and cushioning
material until you have inspected the contents of the shipment for completeness and
have checked that the TVG480 is mechanically and electrically in order.
• Verify that you received the following items:
− TVG480 with correct power supply option
− Power cord(s)
− CD-ROM containing documentation and Flash Player installation files
− Any optional accessories you have ordered
Note: 48 VDC versions do not ship with a power cord; instead a Power
D-SUB male connector for soldering to the supply leads is supplied.
5.2 Installation Environment
As with any electronic device, the TVG480 should be placed where it will not be subjected to
extreme temperatures, humidity, or electromagnetic interference. Specifically, the selected site
should meet the following requirements:
• The ambient temperature should be between 0 and 50◦C (32 and 122◦F).
• The relative humidity should be less than 95 %, non-condensing. Do not install the
unit in areas of high humidity or where there is danger of water ingress.
• Surrounding electric devices should comply with the electromagnetic field (EMC) standard IEC 801-3, Level 2 (less than 3 V/m field strength).
• The AC power outlet (when applicable) should be within 1.8 meters (6 feet) of the
TVG480.
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• Where appropriate, ensure that this product has an adequate level of lightning protection. Alternatively, during a lightning storm or if it is left unused and unattended for
long periods of time, unplug it from the power supply and disconnect signal cables.
This prevents damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
Warning: If the TVG480 has been subject to a lightning strike or a power
surge which has stopped it working, disconnect the power immediately.
Do not re-apply power until it has been checked for safety. If in doubt
contact T-VIPS.
5.3 Equipment installation
The TVG480 is designed for stationary use in a standard 19" rack. When installing please observe
the following points:
• Route cables safely to avoid them being pinched, crushed or otherwise interfered with.
Do not run AC power cables and signal cables in the same duct or conduit.
• The TVG480 has all connectors at the rear. When mounting the unit, ensure that the
installation allows easy access to the rear of the unit.
• The fans contained in this unit are not fitted with dust/insect filters. Pay particular
attention to this when considering the environment in which it shall be used.
• Make sure that the equipment is adequately ventilated. Do not block the ventilation
holes on each side of the TVG480.
5.4 Ventilation
Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to protect it from overheating and ensure
reliable operation. The openings must not be blocked or covered. Allow at least 50 mm free
air-space each side of the unit.
Warning: Never insert objects of any kind into this equipment through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or create shorts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on or
into the product.
• This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. Do not
place in a built-in installation (e.g. a rack) unless proper ventilation is provided in
accordance with the device airflow design as depicted in Figure 5.1.
• The TVG480 may be vertically stacked in 19" racks without intermediate ventilation
panels. In systems with stacked units forced-air cooling may be required to reduce the
operating ambient temperature.
Figure 5.1 shows the air path through the unit, where cool air is taken from the left
hand side, seen from the front.
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CP541
Cool
Air In
Warm
Air Out
Figure 5.1 Air path through the unit
5.5 Power supply
The TVG480 may be delivered rated for AC or DC operation, respectively.
Warning: This product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. Please consult a qualified electrical
engineer or your local power company if you are not sure of the power
supplied at your premises.
5.5.1 AC power supply
The TVG480 has a wide-range power supply accepting the voltage range 100-240 VAC, 50/60
Hz. Please refer to Appendix B for a detailed specification of the AC power supply.
5.5.2 Dual AC power supplies
Alternatively, the TVG480 may be fitted with dual internal wide-range AC power supplies. If so,
the size of the cabinet is full-width 19" rack, 1RU. The power supplies cover the voltage range
100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
During normal operation, load-sharing is used between the internal supplies. In case of a single
power supply failure alarms will be raised and the unit will continue operating off the second
power supply. To guard against failure in the external power circuitry it is imperative to connect
each power supply to separate AC mains circuits.
Please refer to
Appendix B for a detailed specification of the AC power supply.
5.5.2.1 AC power cable
Ensure that the AC power cable is suitable for the country in which the unit is to be operated.
Caution: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely
to be trod on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay
particular attention to cords at plugs and convenience receptacles.
The unit is supplied with a two meter detachable mains supply cable equipped with a moulded
plug suitable for Europe, UK or USA, as appropriate. The wires in the mains cable are coloured
in accordance with the wire colour code shown in Table 5.1.
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Table 5.1 Supply cable wiring colours
Wire UK (BS 1363) EUROPE (CEE 7/7) USA (NEMA 5-15P)
Earth Green-and yellow Green-and yellow Green
Neutral Blue Blue White
Live Brown Brown Black
5.5.2.2 Protective Earth/technical Earth
To achieve protection against earth faults in the installation introduced by connecting signal
cables etc., the equipment should always be connected to protective earth. If the mains supply
cable is disconnected while signal cables are connected to the equipment, an earth connection
should be ensured using the Technical Earth connection terminal on the rear panel of the unit.
Warning: This unit must be correctly earthed through the moulded plug
supplied. If the local mains supply does not provide an earth connection
do not connect the unit.
Caution: Consult the supply requirements in Appendix B prior to connecting the unit to the supply.
The unit has a Technical Earth terminal located in the rear panel. Its use is recommended. This
is not a protective earth for electrical shock protection; the terminal is provided in order to:
1. Ensure that all equipment chassis fixed in the rack are at the same technical earth
potential. To achieve this, connect a wire between the Technical Earth terminal and a
suitable point in the rack. To be effective all interconnected units should be earthed
this way.
2. Eliminate the migration of stray charges when interconnecting equipment.
Warning: If the terminal screw has to be replaced, use an M4x12mm long
pozidrive pan head. Using a longer screw may imply a safety hazard.
5.5.2.3 Connecting to the AC power supply
Warning: Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can
result in fire hazard or electrical shock. The unit is not equipped with an
on/off switch. Ensure that the outlet socket is installed near the equipment
so that it is easily accessible. Failure to isolate the equipment properly may
cause a safety hazard.
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To connect the unit to the local AC power supply, connect the AC power lead to the TVG480
mains input connector(s) and then to the local mains supply.
5.5.3 DC power supply
The TVG480 can be delivered with a 48 VDC power supply for use in environments where this
is required. The DC power supply accepts an input voltage range of 36-72 VDC. Please refer to
Appendix B for detailed specification of the power supply.
5.5.3.1 DC power cable
Units delivered with DC power supply have a 3-pin male D-SUB power connector instead of
the standard mains power connector. Also a female 3-pin D-SUB connector is supplied. The
pin assignment is shown in Table 5.2. The power cable itself is not supplied.
Table 5.2 DC power connector pin
assignment
Pin Placement Specification
1 top + (positive terminal)
2 middle - (negative terminal)
3 bottom Chassis Ground
To connect the unit to the local DC power supply:
1. Use an electronics soldering iron or a hot air workstation to attach the supplied female
D-SUB power connector to suitable power leads.
2. Connect the power leads to your local power supply.
3. Connect the DC power connector, with attached power leads, to the TVG480 power
input connector.
5.5.4 Powering up/down
Before powering-up the unit, please ensure that:
• The unit is installed in a suitable location
• The unit has been connected to external equipment as required
Power up the unit by inserting the power cable connected to the power source. When the unit
has finished the start-up procedure, the fans will run at normal speed. Please check that all
cooling fans are rotating. If they are not, power down the unit immediately.
Power down the unit by removing the power supply connector at the rear of the unit.
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5.6 Connecting the TVG480
5.6.1 Physical description overview
The front panel provides two LEDs per TVG480. The meaning of each LED indicator is shown
in Table 5.3.
Table 5.3 Front panel LED descriptions
Indicator Colour Description
PSU Green
Alarm Red This LED is lit when a failure is detected by the unit
These LEDs are also replicated on the rear panel, shown in Figure 5.2.
Normal operation
Unlit
During system boot
Figure 5.2 Rear panel
Disconnect mains supply before moving or installing the equipment. Ensure ESD precautions
are observed while interconnecting equipment.
5.6.2 SDI ports
The TVG480 has 2 HD-SDI input ports and 4 HD-SDI output ports. The ports are physically
capable of both HD-SDI and 3G-SDI.
Note: Input ports 3 and 4 are not used for the TVG480.
5.6.3 Ethernet Ports
The TVG480 in standard configuration provides three Ethernet ports, of which two can be used
simultaneously. Ethernet 1 is always active, together with either Ethernet 2 or SFP (Small FormFactor Pluggable). (Switching between the modes is done by changing the operational mode
parameter described in Section 4.3).
The default interface speed mode for the electrical Ethernet ports is 1000Base-T. In this mode
the port can auto sense between 10, 100 and 1000 Mbit/s. The operator is able to force the
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interface speed to various fixed speeds. This is normally not necessary, but may be useful for
minimizing the synchronisation time when reconnecting signal cables.
For flexibility, the TVG480 provides a Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) slot to carry a copper or
optical SFP, allowing customers to use different SFPs for special distance, cost, existing infrastructure, and future expansion requirements. The TVG480 is prepared for electrical (1000Base-T) or
optical 1000BASE-SX and 1000BASE-LX SFP transceivers.
The LEDs for the electrical Ethernet ports are used as follows:
Table 5.4 Electrical
Ethernet port LEDs
LED indicator Location Description Colour
Activity Left 10 Mbit/s
100 Mbit/s
1000 Mbit/s
Link Right Lit=Link Green
In an extended configuration, two additional Ethernet ports are provided, one electrical (Ethernet
3) and one SFP (SFP 2). These have the same specifications as the standard Ethernet ports, and
their usage is restricted so that each one is only active together with the ports Ethernet 2 or SFP,
respectively.
Green
Yellow
Orange
The rear panel when configured with these additional Ethernet ports is shown in Figure 5.3.
Figure 5.3 Rear panel in extended configuration
5.6.4 Power Supply
Section 5.5 provides details of the power supply, protective earth and security. Read all these
instructions prior to connecting the unit’s power cable.
5.6.5 Technical Earth
Connect the Technical Earth to a suitable earth point.
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5.6.6 Alarm/Reset
The unit is equipped with a 9-pin male DSub connector to provide alarm information. The
connector is labelled Alarm on the back panel.
Two programmable relays are provided. The first relay is always activated on a critical alarm or
when the unit is not powered. Please refer to
the relays.
The pin out of the connector is shown in Table 5.5.
Table 5.5 Alarm/Reset
connector pin out
Pin Function
1. Relay 2 - Closed on alarm (NC)
2. Relay 2 Common
3. Relay 2 - Open on alarm (NO)
4. Prepared for +5V Output
5. Ground
6. Relay 1 - Closed on alarm (NC)
7. Relay 1 Common
8. Relay 1 - Open on alarm (NO)
9. Optional Reset Input / GPI
Section 7.5.2.3 for a description how to program
When there is a critical (level 6) alarm in the unit, if the unit has no power or any other
programmed condition for relay 1 is satisfied, there will be a connection between pin 6 and pin
7. Otherwise, there will be a connection between pin 7 and pin 8.
The optional (additional) relay will follow the same behaviour, except that it can also be programmed not to be activated for a critical (level 6) alarm.
A connection between pins 9 and 5 (or a TTL low on pin 9) will hold the unit reset, provided
this function has been enabled. The connection must be held for more than 0.5 seconds in order
to activate the reset. This can be used to force a hard reset of the unit from an external control
system. This pin can also be used as a general purpose input (GPI).
For more details regarding the alarm relay, please refer to Technical Specifications,
Appendix
B.
5.6.7 Serial USB interface
The TVG480 is also provided with a USB interface to communicate with the administrator PC.
USB 1.1 is supported and the physical interface is a mini USB connector.
The USB interface requires a special COM port driver in the PC that shall communicate with the
device. This driver is provided on the product CD shipped with the device. The USB interface
is intended for initial IP address setup.
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6 Operating the Equipment
The TVG480 is configured and controlled locally and remotely through a Flash-based Web
interface. The only application required on the computer to use this interface is a Web browser
and the Adobe Flash Player.
Note: Adobe Flash Player 9.0 or newer is required to use the Web interface
of the TVG480. As a general rule it is recommended to always use the
latest official release of Flash Player (version 10 or newer). If the Flash
Player is not installed on the adminstrator PC, a copy is provided on the CD delivered
with the device. Alternatively, the latest Adobe Flash Player can be downloaded
free of charge from
Note: When using Microsoft Internet Explorer, version 6.0 or higher is
required. It is however recommended to upgrade to version 8.0 or newer
for best performance.
http://www.adobe.com.
6.1 Accessing the graphical user interface
The default IP address of the TVG480 will most probably not be suitable for the network where
the unit will operate. Initially therefore, the user should change the IP address of the management interface so that access may be gained from the network.
The TVG480 offers two options to alter the user interface IP address; through an Ethernet
connection or using a USB terminal interface. If your management computer allows setting a
fixed IP address, change the IP address using the Ethernet option described in Section 6.3.1.
If a static address cannot be configured on your management computer, Section 6.3.2 gives the
procedure to initially configure device network parameters (IP, netmask, etc...) using the USB
terminal interface.
Configuring the device functionality according to operational needs is done using the Web
interface, see Chapter 7.
6.2 Password protection
Remote access to the device is controlled by password protection. If you access the TVG480
using the USB terminal interface a password is not required.
There are 3 user levels providing different user privileges, each with a separate default password:
Username Default password Privileges
admin salvador Full access to device
operator natal Configure setting, cannot alter passwords
guest guest View configuration and alarm logs
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The passwords can later be changed, either from the Web GUI or via the terminal.
6.2.1 Resetting the password list
If a password is lost, the password list can be reset to factory defaults via the local USB terminal
interface. To reset the password list, type the following command in the terminal interface:
userdb factory_defaults
Note: The factory_defaults option on the userdb command is avail-
able without administrator previledges only when accessing the terminal
via the local USB interface. In remote terminal sessions with a Telnet
client, administrator privileges are required to run the same command.
6.3 Changing the IP address of the unit
The default IP configuration on the Ethernet ports is described in Table 6.1.
Table 6.1 Default
IP configuration
Interface IP address Subnet mask
Ethernet 1 10.0.0.10 255.255.255.0
Ethernet 2 169.254.1.11 255.255.255.0
SFP 169.254.2.12 255.255.255.0
Ethernet 3 169.254.3.13 255.255.255.0
SFP 2 169.254.4.14 255.255.255.0
Note that the ports Ethernet 3 and SFP 2 are only available as a HW option.
6.3.1 Changing IP address via the Web GUI
Figure 6.1 Configuring network
settings via the Web GUI
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1. Connect an Ethernet cable directly between the PC and the Ethernet port of choice on
the TVG480. Configure the PC to be on the same subnet as the TVG480. See Figure
6.2.
2. Open your Web browser and type the default ip address of the chosen interface in the
address field of the browser (for instance http://10.0.0.10 for Ethernet 1). Log into the
GUI with username admin and password salvador.
3. Browse to Device Info -> Network -> Ethernet 1 (resp. Ethernet 2) in the GUI, and set
the correct IP address settings. Click Apply to activate the new parameters. Figure 6.1
shows this GUI screen.
Note: Contact with the unit’s GUI will now be lost. Please type
http://<your new IP address> in your browser to reconnect to the unit.
Windows XP example
The screen-shot in Figure 6.2 shows how to configure the network interface in Windows
XP to communicate with the TVG480 via Ethernet 1 with factory default settings. The
IP address/netmask is set to 10.0.0.11/255.255.255.0 which is on the same subnet as the
TVG480, and does not conflict with the IP address of the device.
Figure 6.2 Setting static IP address 10.0.0.11 in Windows XP
Note: If several new devices are accessed one after the other, the ARP
cache of the computer from which the devices are being accessed may
have to be flushed between each new device access, since the same IP
address will be used for different MAC addresses. On Windows XP this is done on
the command line typing the command ’arp -d *’
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6.3.2 Changing the management port IP address via the terminal interface
If a static IP address cannot be configured on your computer, follow the procedure below to
configure the IP address via the terminal interface.
1. Install the USB driver from the product CD (setup_ftdi_usb_drivers.exe). (This step may
be omitted if the driver has already been installed.)
2. Connect your computer to the TVG480 via a USB cable to the USB port.
3. Access the terminal interface using a suitable terminal program, emulating an ANSI
terminal, on your PC (e.g. HyperTerminal). The USB will appear as a virtual COM
port on your PC. No specific serial port settings are required. Assure scroll lock is not
on. Type <enter> and see that you have a prompt (app>).
4. In the terminal, type the following command and press <Enter>:
net ipconfig --ip <ip address> --mask <subnet mask> --gw <default gateway> --if <interface
number>
Example:
app>net ipconfig --ip 10.40.80.100 --mask 255.255.255.0 --gw 10.40.80.1 --if 0
This will result in the IP address 10.40.80.100 being set on interface 0 (Ethernet 1). The subnet
mask is set to 255.255.255.0 and the default gateway to 10.40.80.1.
Note: The product CD shipped with the TVG480 contains a USB driver
to use for serial communication with the device on the USB port. The
MS Windows driver installation script is configured to give a one-to-one
relationship between the physical USB port number on the PC and the COM port
number to use on the PC. Drivers retrieved from http://www.ftdichip.com will also
work, but these may not have the same COM port number mapping.
6.3.3 Configuring automatic IP address assignment
The TVG480 can be configured to obtain an IP address automatically from a DHCP server on the
network. See section 6.3.1 for how to connect, and section 7.5.5.1.1.1 for how to configure this
from the GUI. Alternatively, configure it in the terminal by connecting as in 6.3.2 and issuing
the following command:
ipconfig --dhcp 1 --hostname <your_device_name> --if <interface-number>
Example:
ipconfig --dhcp 1 --hostname bonemachine-100 --if 0
Replace <your_device_name> with the name to register in the DNS system for your device.
After this, it should be possible to contact the unit in a browser using the URL:
http://<your_device_name>
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