Opengear MUX-6258-A-35, MUX-6258-A-29, MUX-6258-A-31, MUX-6258-A-33, MUX-6258-A-37 User Manual

MUX-6258-A Series

CWDM AES/EBU Audio Multiplexer with Fiber Optic

Output

User Manual

MUX-6258-A Series User Manual

• Ross Part Number: 6258ADR-004-04

• Release Date: February 19, 2013.

The information in this manual is subject to change without notice or obligation.

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© 2013 Ross Video Limited. All rights reserved.

This work is proprietary and confidential to Ross Video Limited, its subsidiaries and its other
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without the express written permission of Ross Video Limited. Reproduction or reverse
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Patents

This product is protected by the following US Patents: 4,205,346; 5,115,314; 5,280,346;
5,561,404; 7,304,886; 7,508,455; 7,602,446; 7,834,886; 7,914,332. This product is protected by
the following Canadian Patents: 2039277; 1237518; 1127289. Other patents pending.

Notice

The material in this manual is furnished for informational use only. It is subject to change without
notice and should not be construed as commitment by Ross Video Limited. Ross Video Limited
assumes no responsibility or liability for errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.

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Important Regulatory and Safety Notices to Service Personnel

Before using this product and nay associated equipment, refer to the “Important Safety
Instructions” listed below to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage.

Product may require specific equipment, and/or installation procedures to be carried out to satisfy
certain regulatory compliance requirements. Notices have been included in this publication to call
attention to these specific requirements.

Symbol Meanings

This symbol on the equipment refers you to important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions within the Product Manual Documentation. Failure to heed this information may
present a major risk of damage to persons or equipment.

Warning — The symbol with the word “Warning” within the equipment manual indicates a

potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Caution — The symbol with the word “Caution” within the equipment manual indicates a

potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It
may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

Notice — The symbol with the word “Notice” within the equipment manual indicates a

potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in major or minor equipment
damage or a situation which could place the equipment in a non-compliant operating state.

ESD Susceptibility — This symbol is used to alert the user that an electrical or electronic

device or assembly is susceptible to damage from an ESD event.

Important Safety Instructions

Caution — This product is intended to be a component product of the DFR-8300 series

frame. Refer to the DFR-8300 Series Frame User Manual for important safety instructions
regarding the proper installation and safe operation of the frame as well as its component
products.

Warning — Certain parts of this equipment namely the power supply area still present a

safety hazard, with the power switch in the OFF position. To avoid electrical shock, disconnect
all A/C power cords from the chassis’ rear appliance connectors before servicing this area.

Warning — Service barriers within this product are intended to protect the operator and

service personnel from hazardous voltages. For continued safety, replace all barriers after any
servicing.

This product contains safety critical parts, which if incorrectly replaced may present a risk of
fire or electrical shock. Components contained with the product’s power supplies and power
supply area, are not intended to be customer serviced and should be returned to the factory for
repair. To reduce the risk of fire, replacements fuses must be the same time and rating. Only
use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

EMC Notices

United States of America
FCC Part 15

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A Digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own
expense.

Notice — Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Ross Video

Limited could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

CANADA

This Class “A” digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appariel numerique de la classe “A” est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

EUROPE

This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of
CE Directive 93/68/EEC.

INTERNATIONAL

This equipment has been tested to CISPR 22:1997 along with amendments A1:2000 and
A2:2002, and found to comply with the limits for a Class A Digital device.

Notice — This is a Class A product. In domestic environments, this product may cause radio

interference, in which case the user may have to take adequate measures.

Maintenance/User Serviceable Parts

Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required. This product contains no user
serviceable parts. If the module does not appear to be working properly, please contact Technical
Support using the numbers listed under the “Contact Us” section on the last page of this manual.
All openGear products are covered by a generous 5-year warranty and will be repaired without
charge for materials or labor within this period. See the “Warranty and Repair Policy” section in
this manual for details.

Important Laser Safety Measures and Notices

Before using this product and any associated equipment, refer to the sections below so as to avoid
personnel injury and to prevent product damage. For further safety information when using fiber
products, consult the following publications:

• IEC-60825- 2, Safety of Laser Products - Part 2: Safety of Optical Fiber
Communication Systems (OFCS) (for use outside of the U.S.A.)

• ANSI Z136.2, Safe Use of Optical Fiber Communication Systems Utilizing Laser
Diode and LED Sources (for use in the U.S.A.)

Products may require specific equipment, and /or installation procedures be carried out to satisfy
certain regulatory compliance requirements.

Caution — Before operating or servicing this product, all personnel should be

familiar with laser safety and fiber handling practices.

Safety Measures for Operation

During normal operation of this product, heed the following safety measures:

• Do not stare at, or into, broken, or damaged, fibers.

• Do not stare at, or into, optical connectors.

• Only properly trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to perform laser/fiber
optic operations.

• Ensure that appropriate labels are displayed in plain view and in close proximity to the
optical port on the protective housing/access panel of the terminal equipment.

Safety Measures for Maintenance and Servicing

Warning — Do not use optical equipment, such as a microscope or an eye loupe,

to stare at the energized fiber end. Doing so may damage your eyes.

During maintenance and servicing of this product, only properly trained and authorized personnel
shall be allowed to use optical test or diagnostic equipment.

Laser Information

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
IEC 60825-1:2007

Caution — INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO

THE BEAM.

Environmental Information

The equipment that you purchased required the extraction and use of natural
resources for its production. It may contain hazardous substances that could
impact health and the environment.

To avoid the potential release of those substances into the environment and to diminish the need
for the extraction of natural resources, Ross Video encourages you to use the appropriate
take-back systems. These systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials from your
end-of-life equipment in an environmentally friendly and health conscious manner.

The crossed out wheelie bin symbol invites you to use these systems.

If you need more information on the collection, re-use, and recycling systems, please contact your
local or regional waste administration.

You can also contact Ross Video for more information on the environmental performance of our
products.

Company Address

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Iroquois, Ontario, K0E 1K0 Ogdensburg, New York

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Website: http://www.rossvideo.com

Contents

Introduction 1

Overview.............................................................................................................................. 1-2

Functional Block Diagram................................................................................................... 1-4

User Interfaces ..................................................................................................................... 1-5

Documentation Terms and Conventions.............................................................................. 1-6

Installation 2

Before You Begin ................................................................................................................2-2

Installing the MUX-6258-A Series...................................................................................... 2-3

Cabling................................................................................................................................. 2-5

Software Upgrades...............................................................................................................2-7

MUX-6258-A ........................................................................................................ 1-2

MUX-6258-A CWDM Series................................................................................ 1-2

Features.................................................................................................................. 1-3

DashBoard Control System™ ............................................................................... 1-5

Card-edge Controls................................................................................................ 1-5

SNMP Monitoring and Control............................................................................. 1-5

Static Discharge..................................................................................................... 2-2

Unpacking.............................................................................................................. 2-2

Working with Fiber Optic Connectors .................................................................. 2-2

Supported Rear Modules ....................................................................................... 2-3

Installing a Rear Module ....................................................................................... 2-3

Installing the Card ................................................................................................. 2-4

MUX-6258-A Cabling Overview.......................................................................... 2-5

MUX-6258-A CWDM Series Cabling Overview ................................................. 2-5

User Controls 3

Card Overview..................................................................................................................... 3-2

Control and Monitoring Features......................................................................................... 3-3

Reference Compatibility ...................................................................................................... 3-5

Operation Notes ................................................................................................................... 3-6

DashBoard Menus 4

Status Tabs........................................................................................................................... 4-2

Setup Tab ............................................................................................................................. 4-5

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Status and Selection LEDs .................................................................................... 3-3

Audio Proc Amp Controls..................................................................................... 3-6

Minimum Delay Overview.................................................................................... 3-6

Embedding PCM Signals ...................................................................................... 3-6

Embedding Non-PCM Signals .............................................................................. 3-7

HANC Processing ................................................................................................. 3-7

VANC Processing ................................................................................................. 3-7

Signal Tab.............................................................................................................. 4-2

Hardware Tab ........................................................................................................ 4-4

Input Status Tab ...................................................................................................................4-7

AES Inputs 1-8 Tabs ............................................................................................................4-8

Embedded Outputs Tab........................................................................................................4-9

Alarm Enables Tab.............................................................................................................4-10

VANC Processing Tab.......................................................................................................4-12

Card-edge Menus 5

Navigating the Card-edge Menus......................................................................................... 5-2

Card-edge Menus .................................................................................................................5-3

Menu Descriptions ...............................................................................................................5-5

Specifications 6

Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................... 6-2

Channel Status Data Table ...................................................................................................6-4

Passing the Status Bytes ........................................................................................6-4

Service Information 7

Troubleshooting Checklist ...................................................................................................7-2

Bootload Button.....................................................................................................7-2

Warranty and Repair Policy .................................................................................................7-3

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Introduction

In This Chapter

This chapter contains the following sections:

• Overview

• Functional Block Diagram

• User Interfaces

• Documentation Terms and Conventions

A Word of Thanks

Congratulations on choosing an openGear MUX-6258-A Series AES/EBU Audio Multiplexer
with Fiber Optic Output. Your MUX-6258-A is part of a full line of Digital Products within the
openGear Terminal Equipment family of products, backed by Ross Video’s experience in
engineering and design expertise since 1974.

You will be pleased at how easily your new MUX-6258-A fits into your overall working
environment. Equally pleasing is the product quality, reliability and functionality. Thank you for
joining the group of worldwide satisfied Ross Video customers!

Should you have a question pertaining to the installation or operation of your MUX-6258-A,
please contact us at the numbers listed on the back cover of this manual. Our technical support
staff is always available for consultation, training, or service.

MUX-6258-A Series User Manual (Iss. 04) Introduction • 1–1

Overview

MUX-6258-A

MUX-6258-A CWDM Series

This section provides a brief summary of the features for your MUX-6258-A series card.

The MUX-6258-A is a broadcast quality embedder with one multi-rate SDI input which supports
up to 16 channels of embedded audio and eight AES 75ohm unbalanced audio inputs. A single
mode fiber interface with an LC/UPC connector provides an SDI output. The output is also
available as an SDI output on BNC 2.

The MUX-6258-A can take in up to eight AES inputs and embed them into any of the 16 possible
audio channels in an SD or HD-SDI output. If the input is a synchronous 48kHz signal, the audio
will be embedded into the SDI signal unaltered. If the input is not a synchronous 48kHz signal, it
may be converted using Sample Rate Conversion (SRC) before it is embedded on the SDI output.

The MUX-6258-A CWDM Series include all the features of the MUX-6258-A described above,
but are equipped with Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexing (CWDM) lasers. This enables
you to expand your current fiber infrastructure from one wavelength to up to 16 wavelengths on a
fiber. These models are identified with a two digit suffix as indicated in Tab le 1. 1. The output
wavelengths for each model are also indicated.

Table 1.1 Supported Output Wavelengths

Model Output Wavelength

MUX-6258-A-27 1270nm

MUX-6258-A-29 1290nm

MUX-6258-A-31 1310nm

MUX-6258-A-33 1330nm

MUX-6258-A-35 1350nm

MUX-6258-A-37 1370nm

MUX-6258-A-43 1430nm

MUX-6258-A-45 1450nm

MUX-6258-A-47 1470nm

MUX-6258-A-49 1490nm

MUX-6258-A-51 1510nm

MUX-6258-A-53 1530nm

MUX-6258-A-55 1550nm

MUX-6258-A-57 1570nm

MUX-6258-A-59 1590nm

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MUX-6258-A-61 1610nm

Features

The MUX-6258-A Series includes the following features:

• Supports HD-SD SDI SMPTE 292M (1.5Gbps) and SMPTE 259M (270Mbps)

• Supports AES-3id-2001, and EBU tech 3250

• Supports embedding of non-PCM data such as Dolby® Digital and Dolby® E

• Audio embedding for all popular formats 480i, 576i, 720p, and 1080i

• Embeds four audio groups with selection of primary and backup sources

• Eight AES-3id 75ohm unbalanced inputs with SRC on DIN 1.0/2.3 connectors

• MUX-6258-A CWDM Series only: Optical output wavelengths from 1270nm to 1610nm,
Distributed Feedback (DFB) Laser with 0 to +3dBm optical output power

• One SDI processed output

• Automatic input video format detection

• SNMP support available

• Input buffer with a bypass option

• User defined loss of signal output

• AES input controls such as gain, invert, delay, and sum

• Internally generated test patterns and test tones

• Ability to strip VANC data from specific or all lines of a video output

• Reports status and configuration remotely via the DashBoard Control System™

• Fits DFR-8321 series frames

• 5-year transferable warranty

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Functional Block Diagram

SDI
Video In
(BNC 1)

Sample Rate Converter

16

CHANNELS

MUX-6258-A

AES Inputs

SDI

Receiver

Line

Buffer

16

CHANNELS

16 Channel

DMX

Fiber

Out

Audio

Embed

Te st

Pattern

SDI

Transmitter

SDI
Video Out
(BNC 2)

Audio Proc

&

Ton e

Generator

16

CHANNELS

Up to 16

CHANNELS

SDI
Fiber Out
(FIB 2)

This section provides a functional block diagram that outlines the workflow of the MUX-6258-A
series cards.

Figure 1.1 MUX-6258-A — Simplified Block Diagram

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User Interfaces

The MUX-6258-A series cards include the following interfaces.

DashBoard Control System™

The DashBoard Control System™ enables you to monitor and control openGear frames and cards
from a computer. DashBoard communicates with other cards in the DFR-8321 series frames
through the MFC-8300 Series Network Controller Card. The DashBoard Control System
software and manual are available for download from our website.

For More Information on...

• installing and using DashBoard, refer to the DashBoard User Manual.

• the MUX-6258-A menus in DashBoard, refer to the chapter “DashBoard Menus” on

Card-edge Controls

The front-edge of the MUX-6258-A series cards feature LED indicators for the power, video
input status and communication activity. The card-edge also includes the SW2 and SW3
switches that are used in conjunction to navigate the card-edge menu system.

page 4-1.

For More Information on...

• the card-edge controls and LEDs, refer to the section “Card Overview” on page 3-2.

• the card-edge menus, refer to the chapter “Card-edge Menus” on page 5-1.

SNMP Monitoring and Control

The MFC-8300 Series Network Controller Card in the DFR-8321 series frames can provide
optional support for remote monitoring of your frame and using Simple Network Management
Protocol (SNMP), which is compatible with many third-party monitoring and control tools.

For More Information on...

• enabling SNMP Monitoring and Control for your frame, refer to the MFC-8300 Series
User Manual.

• SNMP controls for the card, refer to the Management Information Base (MIB) for your
card.

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Documentation Terms and Conventions

The following terms and conventions are used throughout this manual.

Terms

The following terms are used:

•“525-line mode” refers to broadcast situations using NTSC composite (analog) signal
reference inputs.

•“625-line mode” refers to broadcast situations using PAL -B composite (analog) signal
reference inputs.

•“Board”, and “Card” refer to openGear terminal devices within openGear frames,
including all components and switches.

•“DFR-8321 series” includes all versions of the DFR-8321 series frames and any
available options unless otherwise noted.

•“Frame” refers to the openGear frame that houses the MUX-6258-A series card.

•“MUX-6258-A” refers to the card version that does not include CWDM lasers.

•“MUX-6258-A CWDM Series” refers to all the card versions that do include CWDM
lasers.

•“MUX-6258-A series” refers to all versions of the card and any available options unless
otherwise indicated.

•“Operator” and “User” refer to the person who uses MUX-6258-A series card.

•“PAL” refers to PAL-B unless otherwise stated.

•“System” and “Video system” refer to the mix of interconnected production and terminal
equipment in your environment.

Conventions

The following conventions are used:

•“Operating Tips” and “Note” boxes are used to provide additional user information.

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Installation

In This Chapter

This chapter provides instructions for installing the rear module(s), installing the card into the
frame, cabling details, and updating the card software.

The following topics are discussed:

• Before You Begin

• Installing the MUX-6258-A Series

•Cabling

• Software Upgrades

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Before You Begin

Card-edge
Connector

Connection to Fiber 1 Port on

Rear Module (Dust Cap On)

Fiber 1 Port

to Card (Dust Cap On)

Fiber 1 Port for Cable (Dust Cap On)

Before proceeding with the instructions in this chapter, ensure that your DFR-8321 series frame is
properly installed according to the instructions in the DFR-8300 Series User Manual.

Static Discharge

Throughout this chapter, please heed the following cautionary note:

ESD Susceptibility — Static discharge can cause serious damage to sensitive

semiconductor devices. Avoid handling circuit boards in high static environments such as
carpeted areas and when synthetic fiber clothing is worn. Always exercise proper grounding
precautions when working on circuit boards and related equipment.

Unpacking

Unpack each card you received from the shipping container and ensure that all items are included.
If any items are missing or damaged, contact your sales representative or Ross Video directly.

Working with Fiber Optic Connectors

Keep the following in mind when working with fiber optic connectors:

• Every time you are required to insert a connector into a device or mating sleeve, you must
clean the connector. All exposed surfaces of the ceramic ferrule must be clean. Follow
your facility practices of cleaning fiber optic connectors.

• Connectors must always be inserted into a device or have a dust cap on. Refer to Figure

2.1 for dust cap locations.

• A poor optical connection is often similar to a poor electrical connection. Try removing
the connector, cleaning, and re-inserting the connector. A bad connection can result in
experiencing instability of signal, high loss, or a noisy signal.

Figure 2.1 Card Connectors with Dust Caps Installed — MUX-6258-A

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Installing the MUX-6258-A Series

Dust Cap for

Fiber 1 Port Connector

Dust Cap for

Card Ceramic Ferrule

Card-edge
Connector

Ceramic Ferrule to

Fiber 1 Port on Rear Module

(Dust Cap Off)

Fiber 1 Port

to Card (Dust Cap Off)

Fiber 1 Port for Cable (Dust Cap Off)

This section outlines how to install a rear module and card in an DFR-8321 series frame. You
cannot install the MUX-6258-A series card in a DFR-8310 series or a DFR-8320 series frame.

Caution — Never attempt to look down the barrel of a connected fiber or device transmitting

an optical signal. The transmitted light is not in the visible spectrum and may cause permanent
eye damage. Turn off all laser sources before disconnecting devices.

Supported Rear Modules

This section outlines the rear modules supported by each model of the MUX-6258-A series card.

MUX-6258-A

The 8320AR-048A Full Rear Module is required when installing the MUX-6258-A.

MUX-6258-A CWDM Series

The 8320AR-048A Full Rear Module is required when installing the MUX-6258-A CWDM
series card.

Installing a Rear Module

If the Rear Module is already installed, proceed to the section “Installing the Card” on page 2-4.

To install a Rear Module in your DFR-8321 series frame

1. Locate the card frame slots on the rear of the DFR-8321 series frame.

2. Remove the Blank Plate from the slot you have chosen for the card installation.

3. Remove the dust caps from the Fiber ports on the Rear Module that face the interior of

the frame. Refer to Figure 2.1 and Figure 2.2 for dust cap locations.

Figure 2.2 Card Connectors with Dust Caps Removed — MUX-6258-A

4. Install the bottom of the Rear Module in the Module Seating Slot at the base of the

frame’s back plane.

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5. Align the top hole of the Rear Module with the screw on the top-edge of the frame back

plane.

6. Using a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screw, fasten the Rear Module to the back

plane of the frame. Do not over tighten.

7. Ensure proper frame cooling and ventilation by having all rear frame slots covered with

Rear Modules or Blank Plates.

Installing the Card

The MUX-6258-A series uses a single mode, LC/UPC connector to interface with the Rear
Modules. The procedure in this section is applicable to all versions of the MUX-6258-A series
cards.

To install the card in a DFR-8321 series frame

1. Locate the Rear Module you installed in the procedure “Installing a Rear Module” on

page 2-3.

2. Ensure the Rear Module is the 8320AR-048A Full Rear Module.

3. Remove the dust cap from the connector on the card end.

• Refer to Figure 2.1 and Figure 2.2 for dust cap locations.

• Refer to the section “Important Laser Safety Measures and Notices” at the
beginning of this manual for safety information when handling fiber optic
components.

4. Ensure that the exposed surface of the ceramic ferrule of the connector is clean. Refer to

the section “Working with Fiber Optic Connectors” on page 2-2.

5. Hold the card by the edges and carefully align the card-edges with the slots in the frame.

6. Fully insert the card into the frame until the rear connection plus is properly seated in the

Rear Module. You will feel a click when the card mates onto the rear module.

7. Affix the supplied Rear Module Label to the BNC area of the Rear Module.

8. Remove the dust cap from the Fiber 1 port (the topmost fiber optic port) on the Rear

Module that faces the exterior of the frame.

9. Ensure the ceramic ferrule of the Fiber 1 port connector is clean.

10. Cable your rear module as outlined in the section “Cabling” on page 2-5.

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Cabling

MUX-6258-A Cabling Overview

This section provides information for connecting cables to the installed Rear Modules on the
DFR-8321 series frames. Connect the input and output cables according to the following sections.

Each card accommodates eight synchronous AES input streams at 48kHz or any asynchronous
AES streams from 32kHz to 96kHz with SRC enabled. Note that SRC should only be used with
Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) digital audio and not any form of compressed signal, such as
Dolby®.

The optical connector used to mate the card to the rear module is designed for blind mate optical
connectors. All fiber interfaces are single mode fibers.

Notice — Every time you are required to insert a connector into a device or mating

sleeve, you must clean the connector. All exposed surfaces of the ceramic ferrule
must be clean. Follow your facility practices of cleaning fiber optic connectors.

Connectors must always be inserted into a device or have a dust cap on.

In the DFR-8321 series frames, the MUX-6258-A is used with the 8320AR-048A Full Rear
Module. Each rear module occupies two slots and accommodates one card. This rear module
provides one SDI input, one SDI output, one fiber output, and eight unbalanced AES inputs.
(Figure 2.3)

SDI Fiber Out

Not Used

SDI In

SDI Out

AES In 8

AES In 7

Figure 2.3 Cable Connections for the 8320AR-048A Rear Module

AES In 1

AES In 2

AES In 3

AES In 4

AES In 5

AES In 6

MUX-6258-A CWDM Series Cabling Overview

The MUX-6258-A CWDM series use the same rear module as the MUX-6258-A, but require a
different cabling scheme. The wavelength of the optical output of your card is dependent on the
card model. For the MUX-6258-A CWDM series, the wavelength designation replaces the SD
Fiber Out (Figure 2.3) designations as specified in Tab le 2. 1.

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Table 2.1 MUX-6258-A CWDM Series Wavelengths

Model Output Wavelength

SDI Fiber Out

MUX-6258-A-27 1270nm OUT

MUX-6258-A-29 1290nm OUT

MUX-6258-A-31 1310nm OUT

MUX-6258-A-33 1330nm OUT

MUX-6258-A-35 1350nm OUT

MUX-6258-A-37 1370nm OUT

MUX-6258-A-43 1430nm OUT

MUX-6258-A-45 1450nm OUT

MUX-6258-A-47 1470nm OUT

MUX-6258-A-49 1490nm OUT

MUX-6258-A-51 1510nm OUT

MUX-6258-A-53 1530nm OUT

MUX-6258-A-55 1550nm OUT

MUX-6258-A-57 1570nm OUT

MUX-6258-A-59 1590nm OUT

MUX-6258-A-61 1610nm OUT

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Software Upgrades

This section provides instructions for upgrading the software for your card using the DashBoard
Control System™ client software. The DashBoard client enables you to upload software updates
to the card.

To upload software to the card

1. Contact Ross Technical Support for the latest software version file.

2. In DashBoard, display the Device tab of the card by double-clicking its status indicator

in the Basic Tree View.

3. From the Device tab, click Upload to display the Select File for upload dialog box.

4. Navigate to the *.bin upgrade file you wish to upload. DashBoard automatically selects

the last directory that you loaded from.

5. Click Open to display a confirmation dialog box. This dialog box displays the selected

file name, type, size, and the file creation date.

6. From the Confirmation dialog box, select one of the following:

• Cancel — Select this option to cancel the upload of the file and return to the

Device View.

• Continue — Select this option to upload the file. While uploading, an Uploading

Progress dialog box opens.

Important — Clicking Cancel while uploading will leave the card in an invalid state.

Do not click Cancel unless the uploading progress has stopped completely for 60
seconds or more. If upload fails, repeat the upload process from DashBoard. If the
upload process fails again, refer to the section “Bootload Button” on page 7-2.

7. Monitor the upgrade progress bar displayed in DashBoard while the software is

upgraded on your card.

8. To complete the upgrade process, the card automatically reboots.

Note — The communications processor of the card requires approximately 30

seconds to re-start and re-establish network communications.

• The card automatically saves all your settings before starting the reboot process.

• The status of all the cards in the frame are grayed out until the reboot process is
complete.

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User Controls

In This Chapter

This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on the front edge of the
card. Additional operation information on reference compatibility, embedding non-PCM signals,
and processing HANC or VANC data is also provided.

The following topics are discussed:

• Card Overview

• Control and Monitoring Features

• Reference Compatibility

• Operation Notes

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Card Overview

This section provides a general overview of the card components. For information on the LEDs
available on the card-edge, refer to the section “Control and Monitoring Features” on page 3-3.

Figure 3.1 MUX-6258-A — Card-edge Components

1) Function Select Switch 3) Four Character Display 5) Fiber Optic Connector

2) Mode Select Switch 4) Bootload Button

1. Function Select Switch

Use this switch to select general operation functions and menu items. This switch works in
conjunction with the Mode Select Switch.

2. Mode Select Switch

Use this switch to enable, disable, and select specific configurations within the operational
function modes menu (selected first with the Function Select Switch).

3. Four Character Display

This display is located on the card-edge and reports the menu and options selected using the
Function Select Switch and the Mode Select Switch.

4. Bootload Button

This button for factory service in the unlikely event of a complete card failure. Do not press this
button unless instructed to do so by Ross Technical Support personnel.

5. Fiber Optic Connector

The cards use a blind mate, single mode, LC/UPC connector to interface with the Full Rear
Module (8320AR-048A). The rear module is passive, which allows for the card to be replaced
without the need to remove any connected BNC or fiber optic cables.

The fiber optic connector for the card includes a dust cap. The dust cap must stay on at all times
when the card is not installed in a frame. Ensure to keep the fibers end face clean and use the caps
to protect the fiber from scratches and collecting dust.

For More Information on...

• using the switches, refer to the section “Navigating the Card-edge Menus” on page 5-2.

• the LEDs located on the card-edge, refer to the section “Status and Selection LEDs” on
page 3-3.

• safety information when handling fiber optic components, refer to the section
“Important Laser Safety Measures and Notices” at the beginning of this manual.

• fiber optic connectors, refer to the section “Working with Fiber Optic Connectors” on
page 2-2.

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Control and Monitoring Features

This section provides information on the card-edge LEDs for the card. Refer to Figure 3.2 for the
location of the LEDs and controls.

Figure 3.2 Card-edge Controls

Status and Selection LEDs

The front-edge of the card has LED indicators for the power, video input status, and
communication activity. Basic LED displays and descriptions are provided in Tab le 3. 1.

Table 3.1 LEDs on the Card-edge

LED Color Display and Description

When lit green, this LED indicates that the card is functioning
normal and that no anomalies have been detected. The following
conditions must be satisfied:

• a valid input signal is present

• a valid reference signal is present when a reference is required,
and that the reference standard matches the input standard.

When flashing green, this LED indicates the bootloader is
waiting for a software upload.

When lit green with flashing orange, this LED indicates there is a
signal error, such as a missing or invalid input or reference.

OK/ERROR

Green

Flashing Green

Flashing Green
and Orange

Orange When lit orange, this LED indicates the card is powering on.

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Red When lit red, this LED indicates the card is not operational.

Off When off, this LED indicates there is no power to the card.

Table 3.1 LEDs on the Card-edge

LED Color Display and Description

Green When lit, this LED indicates that the video input is valid.

VIDEO OK

REF OK

AES # OK

Flashing Green

When flashing, this LED indicates that video is present, but the
input format is unsupported.

Off When unlit, this LED indicates the absence of an input signal.

Green When lit, this LED indicates a valid reference signal.

Flashing Green

Off

Ye ll o w

When flashing, this LED indicates that the reference signal is
present but the format is invalid.

When unlit, this LED indicates that a reference signal is not
present or is not supported.

When lit, an LED indicates a valid signal is detected on the
corresponding AES input.

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Reference Compatibility

It is important to remember that if you are using the source connected to either Frame 1 or
Frame 2 BNCs on the DFR-8321 series frame as the reference, the input video frame rate must

match the reference frame rate. Refer to Ta bl e 3. 2 for frame rate compatibility.

Table 3.2 Frame Rate Compatible Video Formats

Reference

480i/59.94

720p/59.94

1080i/59.94

576i/50

720p/50

1080i/50

480i/59.94 720p/59.94 1080i/59.94 576i/50 1080i/50 720p/50







Output







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Operation Notes

This section provides additional information for operating the card such as audio proc amp
controls, the minimum delay, embedding PCM versus Non-PCM signals, and ancillary data
processing.

Audio Proc Amp Controls

The card includes Processing Amplifiers (Proc Amps) for the audio inputs on the card. Note that
these features are not available when using the card-edge controls.

Proc Amp adjustments are applied in the following order:

1. Sum — This option enables both channels to carry the average of the two input

channels (A+B/2). When the input is summed, the original signals are no longer
available for output. This option only operates with AES input pairs.

2. Delay — This option enables you to adjust the delay of the audio channel. If you have

enabled the Delay Lock feature, changing the delay value for one channel automatically
changes the value for the other channel.

3. Gain — This option provides a +/- 20dB gain range in 1dB increments. If you have

enabled the Gain Lock feature, changing the gain value for one channel automatically
changes the value for the other channel.

4. Invert — This option enables you to invert the polarity of the audio signal for the

selected channel.

Minimum Delay Overview

The line buffer stores incoming video in relation to the incoming video clock timing. The video
data is then read out in relation to the reference timing. This allows the input video to be switched
between sources that may not be perfectly timed without timing glitches. Video source timing
must remain within the buffer window to properly switch between sources. Ta bl e 3.3 provides
information on the buffer window available depending on how the Minimum Delay option is
configured in DashBoard.

Table 3.3 Minimum Delay Option

If the option is... Format Minimum Delay Maximum Delay

Disabled

Enabled

Embedding PCM Signals

The card can embed PCM audio from two sources: the AES input or from the embedded audio of
the source video. Processing also includes embedding channel status data as per Ta bl e 6. 2.

SD 1/4 line 1/2 line

HD 1/4 line 1/2 line

SD 1/8 line 1/4 line

HD 1/16 line 1/8 line

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Embedding Non-PCM Signals

You can configure the card to embed non-PCM signals, such as Dolby® Digital and Dolby® E,
using the options available in DashBoard.

Note — When embedding the non-PCM signal, the A and B channels of the input

signal must be embedded on Channels 1 and 2, or Channels 3 and 4 of a given
group. For example, you would embed AES1A in G1Ch1, and AES1B in G1Ch2.

To configure the card to embed non-PCM signals

1. Launch DashBoard on your computer.

2. Display the Device View for the card you wish to configure.

3. Select the AES Inputs tab for the input channel you wish to configure.

4. Set the Sample Rate Conversion to Off.

5. Clear the Sum box to disable channel summing.

6. Set the Channel Gain to 0.

7. Clear the applicable Ch Invert check box to disable inverting on the channel.

HANC Processing

SMPTE 291M formatted ancillary packets, such as SMPTE 12M-2 (timecode), that are found in
the Luma portion (Y stream) of the HANC in an HD video signal (other than audio related
packets) will be passed from input to output.

VANC Processing

The VANC Processing tab in DashBoard provides options for replacing the full active portion of
selected lines of video with black. The tab is divided into separate sub-tabs for each format
(1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576i, and 480i) to provide selection of the lines. This enables you to
individually select any combination of lines, from line 1 up to the third line after the VI for the
current video format. For interlaced formats, the lines in the two fields are separately configured.
Tab le 3 .4 lists the allowable line selections based on format.

Table 3.4 VANC Processing — Line Selection

Format Field 1 Lines Field 2 Lines

1080p 1-44 -

1080i 1-23 562-586

720p 1-28 -

576i 1-25 313-338

480i 1-23 264-285

To delete the VANC components in a line:

1. Display the Device View in DashBoard for the card you wish to configure.

2. Select the VANC Processing tab.

3. Select the sub-tab, located at the bottom of the VANC Processing tab, for the applicable

video format.

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4. In the Line column, locate the line you wish to delete the VANC components for. Notice

for interlaced formats that the Line column on the left lists the lines in Field 1, and the
Line column on the right lists the lines in Field 2.

5. To delete the VANC components:

• for a specific line — Select Strip for that line. The default for each line is Pass.

• for all lines of a video format — Click the Strip button located near the bottom of

the applicable sub-tab.

Operating Tip — To pass the VANC components without modification for all lines

in a specific video format, click Pass (button is located near the bottom of the
sub-tab).

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DashBoard Menus

In This Chapter

This chapter briefly summarizes the menus, items, and parameters available from the DashBoard
Control System™ for the MUX-6258-A series cards. Parameters marked with an asterisk (*) are
the factory default values.

The following topics are discussed:

• Status Tabs

• Setup Tab

• Input Status Tab

• AES Inputs 1-8 Tabs

• Embedded Outputs Tab

•Alarm Enables Tab

• VANC Processing Tab

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Status Tabs

This section summarizes the read-only information displayed in the Status tabs. The fields in the
Status tabs vary in severity from green (valid), yellow (caution), to red (alarm). DashBoard
reports the most severe alarm for a single field.

Signal Tab

Tab le 4 .1 summarizes the read-only information displayed in the Status tabs.

Table 4.1 Status Tab Items

Tab Title Item Parameters Description

OK

No Input

Invalid Format

Signal Status

Incompatible

Non-Sync Video

Group Not Present

Group Channel Silent

OK

Indicates when the card is functioning
normally or if errors are detected

General

Audio Status

Reference Status

AES Input Not Present

Source Missing

Source Async

AES Input Silent

Group 4 Reduced to 20bit

Backup Source Missing

Backup Source Async

OK

No Ref - Video

No Ref - Free Run

Indicates the status of the audio source

a

Indicates that a valid reference source is
present

The following conditions are occurring:

• Card reference is set to Frame 1 or
Frame 2

• A valid reference signal is not present

• Card has gone to Video Timing Mode

The following conditions are occurring:

• Card reference is set to Frame 1 or
Frame 2

• A valid reference signal is not present

• A valid video signal is not present

• Card has gone to Free Run Mode

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Table 4.1 Status Tab Items

Tab Title Item Parameters Description

Card has detected an invalid

Invalid Format - Video

format and has switched to Video Timing
Mode

b

reference

General

Reference Status

Invalid Format - Free Run

The following conditions are occurring:

• Card has detected an invalid

b

reference

format

• Input video is missing or invalid

• Card has switched to Free Run Mode

Input Format # Indicates the input video format

Reference Format # Indicates the reference video format

Output Format # Indicates the output video format

OK

Optical Module
Status

Temp High

Temp Low

Tx Power High

Indicates the status of the card Optical
Module

Tx Power Low

Tx Fault

Indicates the status of the card Optical
Module

Not Detected

Optical Tx Power
(dBm)

#

Indicates the output power of the Optical
Module

PCM

No Input

Embedded Audio
Status - Group #

PCM-Silent

Indicates the presence of input

Non-PCM

Async

Mixed

PCM

No Input

Signal - AES

Inputs

AES #

PCM-Silent

Indicates the presence of input

Non-PCM

Async

Mixed

a. This parameter indicates that there are more than 3 groups of 24bit SD embedded audio sources.
b. Refer to the section “Reference Compatibility” on page 3-5 for a complete list of supported formats.

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Product Tab

Tab le 4 .2 summarizes the read-only information displayed in the Product tab.

Table 4.2 Product Tab Items

Tab Title Item Parameters Description

MUX-6258-A or
MUX-6258-A-xx

Product

Product

Supplier Ross Video Ltd.

Board Rev ## Indicates the board version

Rear Module # Indicates the rear module installed

Board S/N ###### Indicates the board serial number

Software Rev ##.## Indicates the software version

Firmware Rev #.### Indicates the firmware version

Hardware Tab

Tab le 4 .3 summarizes the read-only information displayed in the Hardware tab.

Table 4.3 Hardware Tab Items

Tab Title Item Parameters Description

OK

Hardware

FPGA load invalid

Incomp I/O module

Current out of spec

Internal Error

HW Status

Voltage (mV) # Supply Voltage

Current (mA) # Current consumption of card

Optical Module
Temperature (C)

Optical Tx
Wavelength (nm)

CPU Headroom # Processing power available

SFP Temp Low

SFP Temp High

SFP Power High

SFP Power Low

SFP Tx Fault

SFP Not Detected

#

#

Indicates the status of the hardware
including the SFP module. Some
messages displayed are dependent on the
settings in the Alarms Enable tab.

Indicates the temperature of the Optical
Module

Indicates the wavelength being
transmitted

RAM Available #/## On-board processing memory available

Uptime (h) #

Configuration Bank # Storage count

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Displays the number of hours since the
last reboot of the card

Setup Tab

Tab le 4 .4 summarizes the Setup options available in DashBoard.

Table 4.4 Setup Menu Items

Menu Title Item Parameters Description

Frame 1*

Setup

Reference

Minimum Delay

Loss of Input

Vid eo

Selected

Cleared*

Black

Blue

Custom*

Y slider

Cr slider

Cb slider

Selects the reference sourceFrame 2

Provides the shortest video delay through
the card. Refer to Tab le 3 .3 on page 3-6
for delay specifications.

The total video delay through the card will
be the values above plus half a video line

Sets the output to Black in the event of a
loss of video input

Sets the output to Blue in the event of a
loss of video input

Sets the output to a custom color in the
event of a loss of video input. Use the Y,
Cr, and Cb sliders to configure the color.

Sets the luminance component of the Loss
of Input Custom video signal.

Sets the Cr component of the Loss of
Input Custom video signal.

Sets the Cb component of the Loss of
Input Custom video signal.

None* Disables the test pattern feature

100% Bars

Frequency Sweep

Black

Test Pattern

SD Audio

Silence Threshold (dB) -96 to 0

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Blue

Matrix Pathological

Luma Ramp

Y/C Ramp

75% SMPTE Bars

20 Bit* Embeds 20bits

24 Bit Embeds 24bits

Auto

Specifies the type of test pattern to output.
Note that this setting is not retained on
power down.

Embeds 20-24bit depending on the audio
source and the number of bits

Audio below the specified threshold value
is considered silent

Table 4.4 Setup Menu Items

Menu Title Item Parameters Description

Silence Timeout (sec) 1 to 60

Audio silent for longer than the specified
value raises an alarm

Setup

Unlocked*

All menu options are unlocked and can be
edited

Edit Permission

Locked

All menu items, except this one, are
locked and read-only

Resets the parameters in the Audio Inputs

All Audio Reset

and Embedded Audio Outputs tabs to
factory defaults

Factory Defaults Reset Resets all parameters to factory defaults

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Input Status Tab

Tab le 4 .5 summarizes the Input Status options available in DashBoard.

Table 4.5 Input Status Menu Items

Menu Title Item Parameters Description

Video Input &

Embed

Input Format
(read-only)

CRC Errors
(read-only)

Error Count Reset Resets the CRC Errors field

Embedded Audio -

Group #

Channel # (read-only)

# Displays the format of the video input

Displays the count of the CRC errors on
the video input. This 14bit counter is reset
on loss of video, or by user request. The
counter is non-latching, and will roll over

#

PCM

No Input

PCM-Silent

Non-PCM

Async

from maximum count to zero.

• For SD formats, it displays both active
picture and full frame errors.

• For HD formats, it displays the total
count of errors.

Displays the status of each group and
channel of embedded audio

Audio - AES #

Word Length
(read-only)

Ch A Status
(read-only)

Ch B Status
(read-only)

Word Length
(read-only)

Emphasis (read-only)

Sample Rate
(read-only)

Mixed

#bit

PCM

No Input

PCM-Silent

Non-PCM

a

Async

Mixed

Same as above

#bit Displays the number of bits of audio

Present

Not Present

# Displays the sample rate of the AES input

Displays the word length of the audio in
number of bits

Displays the status of the Channel A input

The incoming AES signal is indicating
50/15 or CCiTT J.17 emphasis

The incoming AES signal is indicating no
emphasis or the emphasis is not indicated

a. If the SRC is ON, an Aysnc PCM incoming AES signal is processed to be PCM and indicated as such.

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AES Inputs 1-8 Tabs

Tab le 4 .6 summarizes the AES Inputs 1-4 and AES Inputs 5-8 options available in DashBoard.

Table 4.6 AES Inputs Menu Items

Menu Title Item Parameters Description

Both channels will carry the average of

Sum

Selected

Cleared* Disables this feature

the two input channels (A+B/2). When the
input is summed, the original signals are
no longer available for output.

AES #

Sample Rate
Conversion

Ch A Delay (ms) 0* to 1000 Adjusts the delay of the audio channel

Ch B Delay (ms) Same as above

Delay Lock

Ch A Gain (dB)

Ch B Gain (dB) Same as above

Gain Lock

Ch A Invert

Off

On* SRC is used on an input

Selected

Cleared* The Delay slider is unlocked

-18 to +18

Selected

Cleared* The Gain slider is unlocked

Selected Inverts the audio signal of the channel

Cleared* The audio signal is not inverted

a

SRC is not used on an input. Select this
option when using non-PCM audio data.

Locks the Delay slider of both channels
together. If the values for the two channels
are different, that change is maintained
when the channels are locked.

Adjusts the gain of the audio channel

Locks the Gain slider of both channels
together. If the values for the two channels
are different, that change is maintained
when the channels are locked.

Ch B Invert Same as above

Input Reset

Inputs #-# Reset

a. The default value is 0.

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Resets the parameters for the selected
input to the default values

Resets the indicated input parameters to
the default values

Embedded Outputs Tab

Tab le 4 .7 summarizes the Embedded Outputs options available in DashBoard.

Table 4.7 Embedded Outputs Menu Items

Menu Title Item Parameters Description

Enable

Selected*

Cleared

Mute

Determines if the group is inserted in the
output or not

Group #

Ch # Source

Ch # Backup Source

Presets

Group# Ch#*

AES #

#Hz Tone

#kHz Tone

Mute

Group# Ch#

AES #*

#Hz Tone

#kHz Tone

Pass

Insert*

Overwrite

Configures the Primary Source that is
inserted in to the embedded group if
present

Configures the Backup Source that is
inserted when the Primary Source is
unavailable

Configures the group source settings with
the original group as the Primary Source
and original group as the Backup Source

Configures the group source settings with
the original group as the Primary Source,
and AES inputs as the Backup Source

Configures the group source settings with
AES inputs as the Primary Source, and
embed as the Backup Source

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Alarm Enables Tab

Tab le 4 .8 summarizes the Alarm Enables options available in DashBoard.

Table 4.8 Alarms Menu Items

Menu Title Item Parameters Description

No Input

Invalid Input

Incompatible Input

Video Input &

Reference

Alarm

Non-Sync Video

Selected* Signal Status field reports a loss of input

Cleared Disables the alarm

Input Format field displays an alarm when

Selected*

Cleared Disables the alarm

Selected*

Cleared Disables the alarm

Selected*

Cleared Disables the alarm

the input video is a format that is not
supported

Input Format field reports when the video
frame rate is not the same as the reference
input

Signal Status field reports if the video
input is asynchronous to the reference

Hardware

Optical Module

Alarms

No Reference

Invalid Reference

Incompat Rear Module

Alarm on Abnormal
Temperature

Alarm on Abnormal
Power

Alarm on Not Detected

Selected*

Cleared Disables the alarm

Selected*

Cleared Disables the alarm

Selected*

Cleared Disables the alarm

Selected*

Cleared Disables the alarm

Selected*

Cleared Disables the alarm

Selected*

Cleared Disables the alarm

Reference Status field reports loss of input
conditions

Reference Format field reports when the
reference is a format that is not supported

HW Status field reports when a rear
module is not compatible with the card

HW Status field reports when the
temperature of the SFP module is not in
range (high/low)

HW Status field reports when the power
consumption of the SFP module is not in
range (high/low)

HW Status field reports when the optical
module is not detected

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Table 4.8 Alarms Menu Items

Menu Title Item Parameters Description

Signal Status field reports when a group is
not present on the input

Signal Status field reports when the
specified channel is detected as silent

Embedded

Input Audio -

Group #

Group not present

Selected*

Cleared Disables the alarm

Selected*

Channel # Silent

Cleared Disables the alarm

AES Inputs -

AES #

Embedded

Outputs -

Group #

Input not present

Channel # Silent

Source Missing

Source Async

Backup Source
Missing

Backup Source Async

Selected*

Signal Status field reports when the source
for the specified input is not present

Cleared Disables the alarm

Selected*

Signal Status field reports when the
specified channel is detected as silent

Cleared Disables the alarm

Embedded Audio Status field reports

Selected*

when the selected source is not present or
is silent

Cleared Disables the alarm

Embedded Audio Status field reports

Selected*

when the selected source is asynchronous
to the input video

Cleared Disables the alarm

Selected*

An alarm is displayed when the selected
Backup Source is not present or is silent

Cleared Disables the alarm

An alarm is displayed when the selected

Selected*

Backup Source is not synchronous to the
input video

Cleared Disables the alarm

Audio Status field displays an alarm when

SD 24Bit

Selected*

the selected configuration would embed 4
groups of 24bit audio in an SD output.
Group 4 is down-sampled to 20bit audio.

Cleared Disables the alarm

All Alarms Set Enables all alarms

All Alarms Clear Disables all alarms

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VANC Processing Tab

Tab le 4 .9 summarizes the VANC Processing options available in DashBoard.

Table 4.9 VANC Processing Menu Items

Menu Title Item Parameters Description

Line

a

#

Indicates the specific line the VANC
components will be deleted from

480i, 576i, 1080i

Field #

Line

720p, 1080p

Option

All Lines

a. The range is dependent on the format.

Pass*

Strip

a

#

Pass*

Strip

Pass

Strip

VANC components are passed unmodified
to the card output

VANC components are deleted from the
card output

Indicates the specific line the VANC
components will be deleted from

VANC components are passed unmodified
to the card output

VANC components are deleted from the
card output

All VANC components are passed
unmodified to the card output

All VANC components are deleted from
the card output

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Card-edge Menus

In This Chapter

This chapter summarizes the Card-edge Menu system of the card and how to navigate the menus
and options using the SW1 and SW2 on the card-edge.

The following topics are discussed:

• Navigating the Card-edge Menus

• Card-edge Menus

• Menu Descriptions

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Navigating the Card-edge Menus

Use the following procedure to navigate the card-edge menus of the card:

1. Locate SW1 and SW2 on the front card-edge. Refer to Figure 3.1 on page 3-2 for

switch locations.

2. Rotate SW1 to the required menu.

3. Toggle SW2 to select the required parameter.

Note — Do not power down the card before ensuring that all edited parameters are

saved. Saving edited parameters can take up to 10 seconds.

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Card-edge Menus

Tab le 5 .1 lists all the menus, and menu items available using the card-edge controls. To activate
some of these parameters, it may be necessary to toggle SW2 in either direction, or it may require
that SW2 be held in either direction for a few seconds. Default values are indicated with an
asterisk (*). Refer to the section “Menu Descriptions” on page 5-5 for a brief summary of the
menus available on the card-edge.

Menu

Select

Card-Edge Menu Label Menu Name

MUX-6258-A slot # or

0

MUX-6258-A-xx slot #

Fact Def Factory Default n/a Factory Default

1

Table 5.1 Card-edge Menus and Items

Card-Edge
Item Label

Home

Fr 1* Frame 1 Reference

Item Name

Ref Src Reference Source

2

LOI Loss of Input

3

Test Patt Test P a t te r n

4

Grp Sel Group Select

5

Fr 2 Frame 2 Reference

Vid Video

Black

Blue

Custom*

None*

75% SMPTE Bars

YC Ramp Y/C Ramp

L Ramp Luma Ramp

Matr Path Matrix Pathological

Blue Flat Field Blue

Black Flat Field Black

Frq Swp Frequency Sweep

100% 100% Full Field Bars

Grp 1 Group 1

Grp 2 Group 2

Grp 3 Group 3

Grp Enbl Group Enable

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Grp 4 Group 4

Enabled*

Disabled

Menu

Select

Table 5.1 Card-edge Menus and Items

Card-Edge Menu Label Menu Name

Card-Edge
Item Label

Item Name

Mute

T4k 4kHz Tone

T2k 2kHz Tone

Ch1 Src Channel 1 Source

7

Ch2 Src Channel 2 Source Same as above

8

Ch3 Src Channel 3 Source Same as above

9

Ch4 Src Channel 4 Source Same as above

A

Ch1 Bkp Channel 1 Backup Source

B

Ch2 Bkp Channel 2 Backup Source Same as above

C

Ch3 Bkp Channel 3 Backup Source Same as above

D

Ch4 Bkp Channel 4 Backup Source Same as above

E

T1k 1kHz Tone

T.5k 500Hz Tone

A1A - A8B AES 1A to AES 8B

G1C1-G4C4

Group 1, Channel 1 to
Group 4, Channel 4

Mute

T4k 4kHz Tone

T2k 2kHz Tone

T1k 1kHz Tone

T.5k 500Hz Tone

A1A - A8B AES 1A to AES 8B

G1C1-G4C4

Group 1, Channel 1 to
Group 4, Channel 4

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Menu Descriptions

This section briefly summarizes the menu parameters available in the card-edge display of the
card.

0 — Home

This read-only menu displays the product name and the slot the card is installed in the frame.

1 — Factory Defaults

This function enables you to return all controls to their factory default values.

To reset the card parameters to factory default values using the card-edge controls:

1. Rotate SW1 to 1. The Four Character Display displays “Fact Def”.

2. Toggle SW2 down and hold for 3 seconds.

3. Release SW2.

2 — Reference Source

This menu enables you to select where the card will look for a reference. The choices are Frame
Reference 1 (Fr 1), Frame Reference 2 (Fr 2), and Video (Vid). Refer to the section “Reference
Compatibility” on page 3-5 for a list of supported reference formats.

3 — Loss of Input

Use this menu to select what type of video displays at the system’s outputs when the input video
signal is lost or invalid.

4 — Test Pattern

This menu enables you to specify the type of test pattern to output. Note that this setting is not
retained on power down.

5 — Group Select

This menu enables you to select the embedded group before enabling the group, assigning
sources to the channels, and backup sources. This menu is used in conjunction with Menus 6 to E.

6 — Group Enable

Use this menu to determine if the selected group is embedded in the output or not.

MUX-6258-A Series User Manual (Iss. 04) Card-edge Menus • 5–5

7, 8, 9, A — Channel # Source

Use Menus 7 to A to configure the Primary Source that is inserted into the embedded group if
present. These menus are used in conjunction with Menu 5 (Group Select). The following are the
default values based on the group selected:

Table 5.2 Primary Source Default Values

SW1-5 SW1-7 SW1-8 SW1-9 SW1-A

G1 G1C1 G1C2 G1C3 G1C4

G2 G2C1 G2C2 G2C3 G2C4

G3 G3C1 G3C2 G3C3 G3C4

G4 G4C1 G4C2 G4C3 G4C4

B, C, D, E — Channel # Backup Source

Use Menus B to E to configure the Backup Source that is inserted when the Primary Source is
unavailable. This menu is used in conjunction with Menu 5 (Group Select). The following are the
default values based on the group selected:

Table 5.3 Backup Source Default Values

SW1-5 SW1-B SW1-C SW1-D SW1-E

G1 A1A A1B A2A A2B

G2 A3A A3B A4A A4B

G3 A5A A5B A6A A6B

G4 A7A A7B A8A A8B

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Specifications

In This Chapter

This chapter provides technical specification details for the MUX-6258-A series. Note that
specifications are subject to change without notice.

The following topics are discussed:

• Technical Specifications

• Channel Status Data Table

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Technical Specifications

This section includes the technical specifications for the MUX-6258-A series cards.

Table 6.1 Technical Specifications

Category Parameter Specification

Number of Inputs 1

SDI Input

SDI Data Rates and SMPTE
Standards Accommodated

Impedance 75ohm terminating

Return Loss

Cable Length with Equalizer

Connector Type BNC

Number of Outputs 1

SMPTE Standards
Accommodated

SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M

>15dB to 1.485GHz

>10dB from 1.485GHz to 2.97GHz

>300m of Belden 1694A cable @ 270Mbps

>120m of Belden 1694A cable @ 1.485Gbps

>80m of Belden 1694A cable @ 2.97Gbps

SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M

MUX-6258-A: 1310nm

MUX-6258-A-27: 1270nm

MUX-6258-A-29: 1290nm

MUX-6258-A-31: 1310nm

MUX-6258-A-33: 1330nm

MUX-6258-A-35: 1350nm

MUX-6258-A-37: 1370nm

MUX-6258-A-43: 1430nm

Optical Output

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Nominal Wavelength

Output Power

Connector Type Single Mode, LC/UPC

MUX-6258-A-45: 1450nm

MUX-6258-A-47: 1470nm

MUX-6258-A-49: 1490nm

MUX-6258-A-51: 1510nm

MUX-6258-A-53: 1530nm

MUX-6258-A-55: 1550nm

MUX-6258-A-57: 1570nm

MUX-6258-A-59: 1590nm

MUX-6258-A-61: 1610nm

MUX-6258-A: -7dBm to -2dBm

MUX-6258-A CWDM Series: 0dBm to +3dBm

Table 6.1 Technical Specifications

Category Parameter Specification

Number of Outputs 1

SDI Outputs

AES Inputs

SDI Data Rates and SMPTE
Standards Accommodated

SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M

Impedance 75ohm

Return Loss

>15dB to 1.485GHz

>10dB 1.485GHz to 2.97GHz

Signal Level 800mV, ±10%

DC Offset 0V ±50mV

Rise and Fall Time (20-80%)

• 700ps typical (270Mbps)

• 120ps typical (1.485Gbps, 2.97Gbps)

Overshoot <10%

Connector Type BNC

Number of Inputs 8 AES-3id inputs

Impedance 75ohm

Input Resolution 24bits

Nominal Signal Level 1V p-p

Sampling Rate

48kHz compliant with SMPTE 272M or any rate from
20kHz to 96kHz with SRC on

Connector Type DIN 1.0/2.3

Environmental

Power

Operating Range 5°C to 40°C ambient

Total Power Consumption <8W

MUX-6258-A Series User Manual (Iss. 04) Specifications • 6–3

Channel Status Data Table

The following table shows the channel status bit information that is used for all output audio.

Table 6.2 Channel Status Data

Byte Bit Function Transm itted

Professional or Consumer use of Channel

0

Status Block

1 Normal Audio or Non-Audio Mode Normal Audio (0)

0

1

2-4 Emphasis No Emphasis (100)

5 Lock Indication Locked (0)

6-7 Sampling Rate 48kHz (01)

0-3 Channel Mode 2 channel stereo (0001)

4-7 User Bit Mode 192-bit (0001)

0-2 Auxiliary Bit Usage 20-bit audio sample, Aux bits undefined (000)

Professional (1)

2

3

4

5

6-9

10-13

14-17

18-21

22

23

3-5 Sample Word Length 20- or 24-bits (101)

6-7 Alignment Level Not Indicated (00)

0-7 Multi-channel Modes Undefined (0)

0-1 Digital Audio Reference Signal Not a Reference (0)

2 Reserved 0

3-6 Sampling Frequency Not Indicated (0000)

7 Sampling Frequency Scaling Flag No Scaling (0)

0-7 Reserved Unused (0)

ASCII Source ID Unused (0)

ASCII Destination ID Unused (0)

Local Sample Address Unused (0)

Time of Day Unused (0)

0-7 C Data Reliability

0-7 CRC Calculated CRC

Only the first 5 Status Bytes are marked as Reliable

All other Status Bytes are marked as Unreliable

Passing the Status Bytes

The MUX-6258-A series card replaces Channel Status Bytes according to Tabl e 6. 2 or passes
Status Bytes through from input to output. The following conditions must be met for Status Bytes
to pass:

• AES inputs must be 48kHz synchronous

• SRC is set to OFF

• Data Word Length in the Channel Status Bytes must match what is embedded

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Service Information

In This Chapter

This chapter contains the following sections:

• Troubleshooting Checklist

• Warranty and Repair Policy

MUX-6258-A Series User Manual (Iss. 04) Service Information • 7–1

Troubleshooting Checklist

Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required. In the event of problems with your
MUX-6258-A series card, the following basic troubleshooting checklist may help identify the
source of the problem. If the frame still does not appear to be working properly after checking all
possible causes, please contact your openGear products distributor, or the Technical Support
department at the numbers listed under the “Contact Us” section.

1. Visual Review — Performing a quick visual check may reveal many problems, such as

connectors not properly seated or loose cables. Check the card, the frame, and any
associated peripheral equipment for signs of trouble.

2. Power Check — Check the power indicator LED on the distribution frame front panel

for the presence of power. If the power LED is not illuminated, verify that the power
cable is connected to a power source and that power is available at the power main.
Confirm that the power supplies are fully seated in their slots. If the power LED is still
not illuminated, replace the power supply with one that is verified to work.

3. Input Signal Status — Verify that source equipment is operating correctly and that a

valid signal is being supplied.

4. Output Signal Path — Verify that destination equipment is operating correctly and

receiving a valid signal.

5. Unit Exchange — Exchanging a suspect unit with a unit that is known to be working

correctly is an efficient method for localizing problems to individual units.

Bootload Button

In the unlikely event of a complete card failure, you may be instructed by a Ross Technical
Support specialist to perform a complete software reload on the card.

To reload the software

1. Eject the card from the frame.

2. Press and hold the Bootload button, while re-inserting the card into the frame.

3. Release the button.

• The STATUS OK LED will flash green while the card is waiting for a new software
load.

• If a new software load is not sent to the card within 60 seconds, the card will
attempt to restart with its last operational software load.

• Software loads can be sent to the card via DashBoard.

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Warranty and Repair Policy

The MUX-6258-A series card is warranted to be free of any defect with respect to performance,
quality, reliability, and workmanship for a period of FIVE (5) years from the date of shipment
from our factory. In the event that your MUX-6258-A series card proves to be defective in any
way during this warranty period, Ross Video Limited reserves the right to repair or replace this
piece of equipment with a unit of equal or superior performance characteristics.

Should you find that this MUX-6258-A series card has failed after your warranty period has
expired, we will repair your defective product should suitable replacement components be
available. You, the owner, will bear any labor and/or part costs incurred in the repair or
refurbishment of said equipment beyond the FIVE (5) year warranty period.

In no event shall Ross Video Limited be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages (including loss of profits) incurred by the use of this product. Implied
warranties are expressly limited to the duration of this warranty.

This User Manual provides all pertinent information for the safe installation and operation of
your openGear Product. Ross Video policy dictates that all repairs to the MUX-6258-A series
card are to be conducted only by an authorized Ross Video Limited factory representative.
Therefore, any unauthorized attempt to repair this product, by anyone other than an authorized
Ross Video Limited factory representative, will automatically void the warranty. Please contact
Ross Video Technical Support for more information.

In Case of Problems

Should any problem arise with your MUX-6258-A series card, please contact the Ross Video
Technical Support Department. (Contact information is supplied at the end of this publication.)

A Return Material Authorization number (RMA) will be issued to you, as well as specific
shipping instructions, should you wish our factory to repair your card. If required, a temporary
replacement frame will be made available at a nominal charge. Any shipping costs incurred will
be the responsibility of you, the customer. All products shipped to you from Ross Video Limited
will be shipped collect.

The Ross Video Technical Support Department will continue to provide advice on any product
manufactured by Ross Video Limited, beyond the warranty period without charge, for the life of
the equipment.

MUX-6258-A Series User Manual (Iss. 04) Service Information • 7–3

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