Nevion Ventura VS103 User Manual

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VS103

Ventura 4U chassis, power supplies and element management

User Manual

Document No. 22260-3103

Rev. F

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Revision history

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

Rev.

Repl.

Date

Sign

Change description

F Oct 31,2016

LK

Updated to reflect features introduced. Including
new FCS193 and high-speed back panel.

Discontinued chassis products removed.

E Feb 25, 2015

SH

Revision History order corrected

D Nov 5, 2013

SH

Changed document format. Updated ordering
options. New module installation table. Add new
FTH chassis photos.

C May 8, 2013

MF

Updated to reflect new functionality introduced in
firmware releases V1.4 onwards.

B Feb 5, 2013

EM

New Fig1 & minor changes

A Nov 6, 2012

JC

Initial Release

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Contents

1 Product overview ................................................................................................... 5

1.1 Warnings, Cautions and Notes ...................................................................................... 5

2 Description ............................................................................................................ 6

2.1 Ordering Options ........................................................................................................... 7

3 Applications ......................................................................................................... 10

4 Specifications ...................................................................................................... 11

4.1 VS103 ..........................................................................................................................11

4.1.1 Internal A.C. Power Supply VS134-AC ......................................................................11

4.1.2 Internal D.C. Power Supply VS134-DC .....................................................................11

4.1.3 General .....................................................................................................................12

4.1.4 Relay Alarm Outputs .................................................................................................12

5 VS103 Chassis ................................................................ ................................ .... 13

6 Installation ........................................................................................................... 15

6.1 Inspection .....................................................................................................................15

6.2 Handling .......................................................................................................................15

6.3 Location .......................................................................................................................15

6.4 Grounding ................................................................ ....................................................15

6.5 Chassis Installation/Ventilation .....................................................................................16

6.6 Installation Environment ................................................................ ...............................17

6.7 AC Power Operation ....................................................................................................18

6.8 DC Power Operation ....................................................................................................18

6.9 Ventura Card Module Installation ................................................................ .................19

6.10 Ventura Fan Module Removal and Installation ...........................................................22

7 Connections ........................................................................................................ 24

7.1 VS103-AC Rear Panel Connections .............................................................................24

7.2 VS103-DC Rear Panel Connections .............................................................................24

7.3 Rear Connector Panel ..................................................................................................24

7.4 Rear Panel Alarms .......................................................................................................25

7.5 Front Panel LED's ........................................................................................................26

8 Element Management ......................................................................................... 27

8.1 Element Management LED Indicators ..........................................................................28

8.2 Element Manager Module Installation ..........................................................................29

9 Maintenance and Storage ................................................................................... 30

9.1 Maintenance ................................................................................................................30

9.2 Storage ........................................................................................................................30

9.3 Operational Safety .......................................................................................................30

Appendix A - Glossary ............................................................................................ 31

Table of Figures

Figure 1: VS103 Chassis..................................................................................................... 6

Figure 2: VS103 Chassis Block Diagram ............................................................................. 7

Figure 3: VS103-AC-FTH Chassis Front View ....................................................................13

Figure 4: VS103-AC-FTH Oblique View* ............................................................................13

Figure 5: VS103-AC-IFAH Chassis Front View ..................................................................13

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Figure 6: VS103 internal chassis with redundant PSU modules .........................................14

Figure 7: VS103 Rear Chassis Panel & AC & Connectors .................................................14

Figure 8: VS103 Chassis ventilation ...................................................................................16

Figure 9: Internal Power Supply .........................................................................................18

Figure 10: Rear Panel AC Power Connections ...................................................................24

Figure 11: Rear Panel DC Power Connections ..................................................................24

Figure 12: Power alarm contact board................................................................................25

Figure 13: LED Indicators...................................................................................................26

Figure 14: FCS183-AEMS Element Management Card .....................................................27

Figure 15: FCS193-AEMS Element Management Card .....................................................27

Table of Tables

Table 1: VS103 AC Chassis Hardware Options .................................................................. 8

Table 2: VS103 DC Chassis Hardware Options .................................................................. 9

Table 3: VS103 Chassis/PSU Replacement Hardware Options .......................................... 9

Table 4: VS103 Rear Panel Connections ...........................................................................24

Table 5: Alarm Contact Connector Pin Out ........................................................................25

Table 6: Description of VS103 Front Panel LED's ..............................................................26

Table 7: Description of Front Panel FCS183-AEMS LED's .................................................28

Table 8: Description of FCS193 Front Panel LEDs.............................................................29

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1 Product overview

This manual is written for users of the Nevion Ventura VS103 4RU chassis. It provides the
necessary information for installation, configuration and operation of the product.

The manual covers the following topics:

• Technical Specification

• Installation

• WEB interface description including configuration

• Alarm listings

• Maintenance

1.1 Warnings, Cautions and Notes

The following warnings, cautions and notes are used and highlighted in this manual 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 Description

The Ventura VS103 4RU chassis is designed for both studio & network applications.
Single or dual redundant power supply options are available, using VS134-AC or VS134-

DC power units. These power supplies are field serviceable and are hot swappable.
Monitoring of all modules & power supplies within the chassis are sent to LED’s on the
chassis front panel. The VS103 chassis is NEBS Level 3 compliant.

A fan tray is integrated into the chassis to provide internal cooling. The fan modules
prevent the maximum operating temperature limit of the power units from being exceeded,
under high ambient temperature conditions. Fan alarms are generated in the event of a fan
failure and the fan tray can be easily replaced without affecting the operation of the chassis.

The VS103 chassis is compatible with the FCS183-AEMS and FCS193-AEMS (Advanced
Network Management System) that provides remote status, alarms and configurations via a
web GUI and SNMP. The FCS1x3-AEMS card is available for use in slot 1 of the chassis.
For more information on this Card, please see the respective FCS1x3-AEMS user manual.

All Ventura card modules housed in the VS103 chassis can be interrogated for
comprehensive status, control and alarm information using the chassis Element Manager
(AEMS). The latest version of the chassis (VS103-AC-IFAH-90X) adds a high-speed
Ethernet connection between the FCS193-AEMS and all cards slots. This feature has to be
supported by the firmware installed on the functional cards.

The Element Manager card is a field serviceable unit & is hot-swappable.
All Ventura cards (video, audio etc.) can be mixed in the same chassis, with all cards, hot-

swappable. Fiber, video, audio & alarm connections are made to the rear of the chassis,
via individual, card specific, rear connector panels. The VS103 chassis is shown in Figure
1 below.

The chassis options are detailed in the Ordering Options section below.
The Nevion Ventura VS103 is a carrier class, NEBS Level 3 certified chassis platform. It is

designed to meet the exacting requirements of broadcast and production facilities, the
VS103 is a future-proof solution for professional video processing and transport.

Figure 1: VS103 Chassis

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To

slots

2 -10

Power

Supply 1

Slots 2-10

Element

Management

Card

(Optional)

Power

Supply 2

Element

Management

Indication &

Control

AC or DC

AC or DC

ETH

RS232

+12V

-12V

+5V

+3.3V

Alarms

I2C

Fan

Assembly

Slot 1

LED

Alarm

Module

Alarms

ETH

Figure 2: VS103 Chassis Block Diagram

2.1 Ordering Options

There are two chassis options:

 VS103-xx-IFAH

10-slot 4RU chassis with front venting cooling

 VS103-xx-FTH

10-slot 4RU chassis with rear venting cooling

Both versions are available with AC or DC internal power supply modules.
Each of these chassis options can be ordered with no power supply modules, a single

power supply modules (-PS option) or an additional second redundant power supply
module (-RPS suffix). Note the -NC option defines that no power cord will be supplied.
These can be ordered separately (or supplied locally) to suit the region of installation.

The field serviceable replacement parts can also be ordered.
The chassis and replacement part options are listed in the tables below.
Ventura chassis products with “-90X” in the product name are fitted with high-speed back

panel (Ethernet). This type of chassis requires the new generation element manager,
FCS193-AEMS, and is compatible with Ventura cards VS902, VS906 and VS909. Other
types of cards should not be fitted in this chassis (including VS901).

The integrated Ethernet comms in the -90x option chassis allows for fast upgrading of cards
(~10x quicker than via the I2C bus) without the need for any external cabling.

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Product Name

Description

VS103-AC-IFAH-NC

VS103-AC-IFAH, High airflow 4RU x 19" rack mount chassis for up
to 10 Ventura modules, integrated high airflow fan assembly. Can be
fitted with 1 or 2 internal AC power supplies (VS134-AC, sold
separately).
(-NC denotes no power cord)

VS103-AC-IFAH-NC-PS

VS103-AC-IFAH, High airflow 4RU x 19" rack mount chassis for up
to 10 Ventura modules, integrated high airflow fan assembly. Fitted
with 1 internal AC power supply (VS134-AC).
(-NC denotes no power cord)

VS103-AC-IFAH-NC-RPS

VS103-AC-IFAH, High airflow 4RU x 19" rack mount chassis for up
to 10 Ventura modules, integrated high airflow fan assembly. Fitted
with redundant internal AC power supplies (2x VS134-AC).
(-NC denotes no power cord)

VS103-AC-FTH-NC

VS103-AC-FTH, High airflow 4RU x 19" rack mount chassis for up to
10 Ventura modules, integrated high airflow flat top fan assembly.
Can be fitted with 1 or 2 internal AC power supplies (VS134-AC, sold
separately).
(-NC denotes no power cord)

VS103-AC-FTH-NC-PS

VS103-AC-FTH, High airflow 4RU x 19" rack mount chassis for up to
10 Ventura modules, integrated high airflow flat top fan assembly.
Fitted with 1 internal AC power supplies (VS134-AC).
(-NC denotes no power cord)

VS103-AC-FTH-NC-RPS

VS103-AC-FTH, High airflow 4RU x 19" rack mount chassis for up to
10 Ventura modules, integrated high airflow flat top fan assembly.
Fitted with redundant internal AC power supplies (2x VS134-AC),
(-NC denotes no power cord)

VS103-AC-IFAH-90X-NC

High airflow 4RU x 19" rack mount chassis. Can hold element
manager (FCS193) and up to 9 additional VS90X modules.
Integrated high airflow fan assembly (bottom to front airflow). Can
be fitted with 1 or 2 internal AC power supplies (VS134-AC, sold
separately). No power cord.

VS103-AC-IFAH-90X-NC-RPS

High airflow 4RU x 19" rack mount chassis. Can hold element
manager (FCS193) and can hold up to 9 additional VS90X
modules. Integrated high airflow fan assembly (bottom to front
airflow). Fitted with redundant internal AC power supplies (2x
VS134-AC). No power cord.

VS103-AC-IFAH-90X-NC-RPS-EM

High airflow 4RU x 19" rack mount chassis. Includes element
manager (FCS193) and can hold up to 9 additional VS90X
modules. Integrated high airflow fan assembly (bottom to front
airflow). Fitted with redundant internal AC power supplies (2x
VS134-AC). No power cord.

Table 1: VS103 AC Chassis Hardware Options

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Product Name

Description

VS103-DC-FTH

VS103-DC-FTH-PS

VS103-DC-FTH-RPS

VS103-DC-FTH, High airflow 4RU x 19" rack mount chassis for up to
10 Ventura modules, integrated high airflow flat top fan assembly.
Can be fitted with 1 or 2 internal DC power supplies (VS134-DC,
sold separately).
(-PS denotes supplied with 1x VS134-DC)
(-RPS denotes supplied with 2x VS134-DC)

VS103-DC-IFAH

VS103-DC-IFAH-PS

VS103-DC-IFAH-RPS

VS103-DC-IFAH, High airflow 4RU x 19" rack mount chassis for up
to 10 Ventura modules, integrated high airflow fan assembly. Can be
fitted with 1 or 2 internal DC power supplies (VS134-DC, sold
separately).
(-PS denotes supplied with 1x VS134-DC)
(-RPS denotes supplied with 2x VS134-DC)

Table 2: VS103 DC Chassis Hardware Options

Product Name

Description

VS111

1RU Heat Deflector for the Ventura VS103 chassis.

VS112-H

VS112-HFTB

1RU Heat Baffle with Fans for Ventura VS103 chassis.

-H denotes for Ventura VS103 High airflow chassis

-HFTB denotes front to back airflow

VS134-AC

AC power supply for VS103 High Airflow chassis, 110-240VAC,
300W

VS134-DC

DC power supply for VS103 High Airflow chassis, -48VDC, 300W

VS113

AC power supply for VS103 chassis, 110-240VAC, 200W

VS123

DC power supply for VS103 chassis, -48VDC, 200W

Table 3: VS103 Chassis/PSU Replacement Hardware Options

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3 Applications

The VS103 chassis is designed for a range of application including both broadcast and
telco applications. The 4RU chassis is ideal for installations where high channel density in
minimal rack space is required.

The VS103 provides accommodation for up to a total of 9 modules in the Nevion Ventura
220mm Eurocard range, in any combination of cards. Slot 1 is reserved for the FCS183­AEMS or FCS193-AEMS element management card, when this option is required.

The chassis can be mounted in standard 19” racks & depending upon the ordering options

you can have the airflow, back to front or front to back.
The VS134-AC & VS134-DC power units are designed to provide the maximum load

possible with all ten chassis slots occupied & with only one power unit installed. When two
power units are installed, full power redundancy is achieved.

Two AC or two DC power units may be installed, depending upon ordering option.

Key Features

• Robust carrier-class design

• 10 slots for any combination of cards from the Ventura series (max. chassis power

limit applies).

• Dual redundant power supplies (AC or DC) ensure maximum system up time

• Hot swappable cards and power supplies

• Field serviceable fans ensure system longevity

• Front panel summary LEDs of power supply status, board monitors and fan monitors

• Drop-down front door for card access

• Passive chassis backplane

• 19” rack mountable

• Optional Advanced Element Management System that provides remote status,

alarms and configurations via SNMP and Ethernet, without occupying a card slot

• NEBS Level 3 certified for reliable performance in harsh environments

• High speed back plane with integrated Ethernet comms (only with -90x option

chassis and FCS193-AEMS)

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4 Specifications

4.1 VS103

4.1.1 Internal A.C. Power Supply VS134-AC

Power input connectors:

IEC 320

Power Unit:

VS134-AC

Voltage:

Auto ranging, 90-264V, 42-70Hz

Power:

300W

Current:

4.3A max

Efficiency:

78-83% typical at AC 115V, full load

Fusing:

6.3A, internal line fuse provided, non-user
serviceable

Output:

+5V, +3.3V, 12V

Redundant/Hot Swap:

Full power 1+1 redundant, hot swap capable

LED Indicator:

Green = input power ON and outputs within
regulation

Amber = output power fault.

Weight:

Approx: 2.32 lbs / 1.052 kgs

Operating Temperature:

0º – 50ºC

Storage Temperature:

-40º to 85ºC

Relative Humidity:

Up to 90% RH, non-condensing

4.1.2 Internal D.C. Power Supply VS134-DC

Power input connectors:

IEC 320

Power Unit:

VS134-DC

Voltage:

Auto ranging, 36-72V, 42-70Hz

Power:

300W

Current:

7.58A max @ 48V nom, full load: 0.16A, no load

Efficiency:

83% typical

Fusing:

6.3A, internal line fuse provided, non-user
serviceable

Output:

+5V, +3.3V, 12V

Redundant/Hot Swap:

Full power 1+1 redundant, hot swap capable

LED Indicator:

Green = input power ON and outputs within
regulation

Amber = input and/or output power fault.

Weight:

Approx: 1.47 lbs / 0.66 kgs

Operating Temperature:

0º – 50ºC

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Storage Temperature:

-40º to 85ºC

Relative Humidity:

Up to 90% RH, non-condensing

4.1.3 General

Compliance:

NEBS Level 3, UL, CSA, CE, FCC

(Part15,Class A), C-Tick

Operating temperature:

0 to 50°C ambient.

Storage temperature:

-40 to 85°C ambient.

Relative humidity:

5% to 85%

Mechanical:

4RU x 19" rack

Size:

5.25” x 19”x 14”

Weight:

5.1Kg (11.22 lbs)

Blanking panels:

For rear unused slots.

Safety ground & ESD:

Rear panel knurled nut connection. Use 18AWG
or thicker

4.1.4 Relay Alarm Outputs

Power unit 1 Major & Minor alarm

TTL alarms via 37w D type connector.
(0V=alarm)

Power unit 2 Major & Minor alarm:

TTL alarms via 37w D type connector.
(0V=alarm)

Fan Major & Minor alarm:

TTL alarms via 37w D type connector.
(0V=alarm)

Individual Card Major alarms:

TTL alarms via 37w D type connector.
(0V=alarm)
Individual isolated relay contacts on card rear
panels NO

Individual Card Minor alarms:

TTL alarms via 37w D type connector.
(0V=alarm)

Individual isolated relay contacts on card rear
panels NO