Ross ADA-8405-C User Manual

ADA-8405-C

Analog Audio and Timecode Distribution Amplifier

User Manual

ADA-8405-C User Manual

• Ross Part Number: 8405CDR-004-02

• Release Date: July 16, 2013.

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

Copyright

© 2013 Ross Video Limited. All rights reserved.

Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without the written permission of
Ross Video Limited. Reproduction or reverse engineering of copyrighted software is prohibited.

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.

Trademarks

• is a registered trademark of Ross Video Limited.

• Ross, ROSS, ROSS®, and MLE are registered trademarks of Ross Video Limited.

• openGear® is a registered trademark of Ross Video Limited.

• DashBoard Control System™ is a trademark of Ross Video Limited.

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• All other product names and any registered and unregistered trademarks mentioned in
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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 and

OG3-FR series frame. Refer to the DFR-8300 and OG3-FR 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, replacement 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.

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, reuse, 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

Ross Video Limited Ross Video Incorporated

8 John Street P.O. Box 880

Iroquois, Ontario, K0E 1K0 Ogdensburg, New York

Canada USA 13669-0880

General Business Office: (+1) 613 • 652 • 4886

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Website: http://www.rossvideo.com

Contents

Introduction 1

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

Functional Block Diagrams ................................................................................................. 1-3

User Interfaces ..................................................................................................................... 1-4

Documentation Terms and Conventions.............................................................................. 1-5

Installation 2

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

Installing the ADA-8405-C ................................................................................................. 2-3

Cabling for the ADA-8405-C .............................................................................................. 2-5

Software Upgrades for the ADA-8405-C ............................................................................ 2-6

Features.................................................................................................................. 1-2

DashBoard Control System™ ............................................................................... 1-4

Card-edge Controls................................................................................................ 1-4

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

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

Rear Modules for the ADA-8405-C...................................................................... 2-3

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

Installing the ADA-8405-C ................................................................................... 2-4

DFR-8310 Series Frame Cabling Overview.......................................................... 2-5

DFR-8321 and OG3-FR Series Frame Cabling Overview.................................... 2-5

User Controls 3

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

Configuring the DIP Switches ............................................................................................. 3-3

Control and Monitoring Features......................................................................................... 3-5

Status and Selection LEDs on the ADA-8405-C .................................................. 3-5

DashBoard Menus 4

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

Product Tab ........................................................................................................... 4-2

Settings Tab ......................................................................................................................... 4-3

Specifications 5

Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................... 5-2

Service Information 6

Troubleshooting Checklist................................................................................................... 6-2

Warranty and Repair Policy................................................................................................. 6-3

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ii • Contents ADA-8405-C User Manual (Iss. 02)

Introduction

In This Chapter

This chapter contains the following sections:

• Overview

• Functional Block Diagrams

• User Interfaces

• Documentation Terms and Conventions

A Word of Thanks

Congratulations on choosing an openGear ADA-8405-C Analog Audio and Timecode
Distribution Amplifier with Remote Gain. The ADA-8405-C is part of a full line of 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 ADA-8405-C 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 ADA-8405-C,
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.

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Overview

Features

The ADA-8405-C is a remote gain analog audio distribution amplifier designed for broadcast use.
It can be used as either a mono 1x8, or two channel (stereo) 1x4 audio DA. When used with a Full
Rear Module, it provides eight copies of the single (mono) input signal or four copies each of the
two (stereo) inputs.

The 8320AR-043 Split Rear Module can support two ADA-8405-C cards, each operating as a
1x4 audio DA. This can be used to separate left and right stereo pair signals to be amplified in
separate paths for critical signals.

The ADA-8405-C is also ideal to distribute Timecode (LTC) throughout a facility. In single
channel, 1x8 mode, the ADA-8405-C provides eight copies of the incoming single when used
with the Full Rear Modules or four copies of the incoming signal when used with the
8320AR-043 Split Rear Module.

The following features make the ADA-8405-C the best solution for distributing analog audio
signals:

• 1x8 Mono or 1x4 stereo analog audio distribution

• +/- 15dB remote gain control

• Summing capability

• Low distortion

• 1x8 or high density 1x4 Timecode (LTC) Distribution

• Higher density with up to 20 cards per frame in the DFR-8321 and OG3-FR series frames
using 8320AR-043 Split Rear Modules

• Balanced inputs/outputs

• 5-year transferable warranty

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Functional Block Diagrams

ANLG Out 1-1

ANLG Out 1-2

ANLG Out 1-3

ANLG Out 1-4

ANLG Out 2-1

ANLG Out 2-2

ANLG Out 2-3

ANLG Out 2-4

This section provides the functional block diagrams that outline the workflow of the
ADA-8405-C.

Figure 1.1 illustrates the ADA-8405-C when the Operating Mode is set to Stereo DA (2x4) and
using the 8310AR-042 or 8320AR-042 rear modules.

Figure 1.1 Simplified Block Diagram — 8310AR-042 and 8320AR-042 Full Rear Module

Figure 1.2 illustrates the ADA-8405-C when using the 8320AR-043 split rear module.

Figure 1.2 Simplified Block Diagram — 8320AR-043 Split Rear Module

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User Interfaces

The ADA-8405-C offers the following interfaces for control and monitoring.

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 frame through the MFC-8300
Series Network Controller Card.

For More Information on...

• the menus in DashBoard, refer to the chapter “DashBoard Menus” on page 4-1.

• using DashBoard, refer to the DashBoard User Manual available from our website.

Card-edge Controls

The ADA-8405-C provides card-edge controls for adjusting the output levels, selecting the
operation mode, and configuring remote control options. The front-edge of the ADA-8405-C also
includes LEDs that display the status of the input signals. As selections are made in the menus,
the LEDs display the status of the input signals.

For More Information on...

• adjusting the output levels, refer to the section “Card Overview” on page 3-2.

• using the DIP switches on the card-edge, refer to the section “Configuring the DIP

• monitoring the status using the card-edge LEDs, refer to the section “Control and

Switches” on page 3-3.

Monitoring Features” on page 3-5.

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Documentation Terms and Conventions

The following terms and conventions are used throughout this manual.

Terms

The following terms are used:

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

•“DashBoard” refers to the DashBoard Control System™.

•“DFR-8300 series frame” refers to all versions of the 10-slot (DFR-8310 series) and
20-slot (DFR-8321 series) frames and any available options unless otherwise noted.

•“OG3-FR series frame” refers to all versions of the OG3-FR series frame and any
available options unless otherwise noted.

•“openGear frame” refers to DFR-8300 series frame and the OG3-FR series frame that
houses the ADA-8405-C card.

•“Operator” and “User” refer to the person who uses ADA-8405-C.

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

Conventions

The following conventions are used:

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

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Installation

In This Chapter

This chapter provides instructions for installing the Rear Module(s) for the ADA-8405-C,
installing the card into the frame, cabling details, and updating the card software.

The following topics are discussed:

• Before You Begin

• Installing the ADA-8405-C

• Cabling for the ADA-8405-C

• Software Upgrades for the ADA-8405-C

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Before You Begin

Before proceeding with the instructions in this chapter, ensure that your openGear frame is
properly installed according to the instructions in the DFR-8300 and OG3-FR Series User
Manual.

Static Discharge

Whenever handling the ADA-8405-C and other related equipment, please observe all static
discharge precautions as described in the following 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 ADA-8405-C 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.

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Installing the ADA-8405-C

Screw Hole

Module Seating Slots

This section outlines how to install a Rear Module in an openGear frame. The same procedure
applies regardless of the frame or card type. However, the specific Rear Module you need to
install depends on the frame you are using.

Rear Modules for the ADA-8405-C

The Rear Module for the ADA-8405-C depends on the openGear frame you are installing the
card into.

• DFR-8310 series frame — The 8310AR-042 Full Rear Module is required. The
ADA-8405-C is not compatible with the DFR-8310-BNC frames.

• DFR-8321 and OG3-FR series frames — The 8320AR-042 Full Rear Module, or the
8320AR-043 Split Rear Module can be used. When using a Full Rear Module, use the
even numbered slots, such as 2 or 4, to ensure that the card aligns with the rear module.

Installing a Rear Module

If the Rear Module is already installed, proceed to the section “Installing the ADA-8405-C” on
page 2-4.

To install a Rear Module in your openGear frame

1. Locate the card frame slots on the rear of the frame.

2. Remove the Blank Plate from the slot you have chosen for the ADA-8405-C installation.

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

frame’s back plane. (Figure 2.1)

Figure 2.1 Rear Module Installation in an openGear Frame (ADA-8405-C not shown)

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

plane.

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

plane of the frame. Do not over tighten.

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

Rear Modules or Blank Plates.

Installing the ADA-8405-C

This section outlines how to install the ADA-8405-C in an openGear frame. If the ADA-8405-C
is to be installed in any compatible frame other than a Ross Video product, refer to the frame
manufacturer's manual for specific instructions.

To install the ADA-8405-C in an openGear frame

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

page 2-3.

2. Hold the ADA-8405-C by the edges and carefully align the card-edges with the slots in

the frame.

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

Rear Module.

4. Verify whether your label is self-adhesive by checking the back of the label before

applying the label to the rear module surface.

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

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Cabling for the ADA-8405-C

This section provides information for connecting cables to the installed Rear Modules. Connect
the input and output cables according to the following sections.

DFR-8310 Series Frame Cabling Overview

The ADA-8405-C is used with the following Rear Modules:

• 8310AR-042 Full Rear Module — Each module occupies one slot and accommodates
one card. This rear module provides two analog inputs, and eight analog outputs. (Figure

2.2)

DFR-8321 and OG3-FR Series Frame Cabling Overview

The ADA-8405-C is used with the following Rear Modules:

• 8320AR-042 Full Rear Module — Each module occupies two slots and accommodates
one card. This rear module provides two analog inputs and eight analog outputs. (Figure

2.2)

• 8320AR-043 Split Rear Module — Each module occupies two slots and accommodates
two cards. This rear module provides one analog input and four analog outputs per card.
(Figure 2.3)

ANLG In 1

ANLG Out 1-1

Figure 2.2 Cable Connections for the 8310AR-042

and 8320AR-042 Full Rear Modules

ANLG In 2

ANLG Out 2-1

ANLG Out 2-2ANLG Out 1-2

ANLG Out 2-3ANLG Out 1-3

ANLG Out 2-4ANLG Out 1-4

ANLG In

ANLG Out 1

ANLG Out 2

ANLG Out 3

Figure 2.3 Cable Connections for the 8320AR-043

Split Rear Module

ANLG In

ANLG Out 1

ANLG Out 2

ANLG Out 3

ANLG Out 4ANLG Out 4

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Software Upgrades for the ADA-8405-C

The card can be upgraded in the field via the MFC-8300 series Network Controller card in your
frame.

Note — DashBoard version 3.0.0 or higher is required for this procedure.

To upgrade the software on the ADA-8405-C

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

2. Display the Device View of the card by double-clicking its status indicator in the Basic

Tree View.

3. From the Device View, click Upload to display the Select file for upload dialog.

4. Navigate to the *.bin upload file you wish to upload.

5. Click Open.

6. If you are upgrading a single card, click Finish. Proceed to step 8.

7. If you are upgrading multiple cards:

•Click Next > to display the Select Destination menu. This menu provides a list of

the compatible cards based on the card selected in step 2.

• Specify the card(s) to upload the file to by selecting the check box(es) for the cards
you wish to upload the file to.

• Verify that the card(s) you wish to upload the file to. The Error/Warning fields
indicate any errors, such as incompatible software or card type mismatch.

•Click Finish.

8. Monitor the upgrade.

• Monitor the upgrade progress bar displayed in DashBoard.

• The card(s) are automatically re-booted and temporarily taken offline during the
re-boot process. The process is complete once the status indicators for the Card
State and Connection fields return to their previous status.

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User Controls

In This Chapter

This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on the ADA-8405-C.

The following topics are discussed:

• Card Overview

• Configuring the DIP Switches

• Control and Monitoring Features

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Card Overview

DIP SW1-10

This section provides a general overview of the ADA-8405-C DIP Switches. Refer to Figure 3.1
for DIP Switch location.

SW1 — Remote Control

Use SW1 to disable remote control of the ADA-8405-C from DashBoard.

Set SW1 as follows:

• ON — Select this setting to disable remote control from DashBoard. The parameters and

• OFF — Select this setting to control the ADA-8405-C exclusively from DashBoard. The

Figure 3.1 ADA-8405-C — Components

settings cannot be changed via DashBoard and must be changed using the card-edge
controls. You can still monitor the status of the card using DashBoard.

card-edge controls are ignored. This is the default setting.

SW2 — DIP Switch Control

Use SW2 to determine whether DIP Switch settings are applied or ignored.

Set SW2 as follows:

• ON — DIP Switch status is reported in DashBoard, and DIP Switch settings are applied.
Any parameter adjustments made in DashBoard are ignored.

• OFF — DIP Switch status is reported in DashBoard, however DIP Switch settings are
ignored. Parameter adjustments made in DashBoard are applied. This is the default
setting.

SW3, SW4 — Output Mode Selection

SW3 and SW4 are used in conjunction to set the output mode of the ADA-8405-C. Refer to the

section “Setting the Output Mode” on page 3-3 for details.

SW5

This DIP Switch is not implemented.

SW6 - SW10 — Gain Control

These switches are used in conjunction to apply a specific Gain value (dB). Refer to the section
“Specifying the Gain” on page 3-3 for details.

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Configuring the DIP Switches

This section provides a brief summary of the DIP Switches of the ADA-8405-C. Refer to Figure

3.1 for the DIP Switch locations. Figure 3.2 shows all the DIP Switches in the OFF position.

O N

123456789

Figure 3.2 DIP Switches — OFF Positions

10

Enabling Card-edge Control

Ensure that SW1 is set to ON and SW2 is set to ON if you are going to use the card-edge DIP
Switches to change settings on the card. You can still monitor the card status in DashBoard.

Setting the Output Mode

SW3 and SW4 are used in conjunction to set the output mode of the ADA-8405-C. Ta bl e 3. 1
lists the combinations of DIP Switch settings for SW3 and SW4.

Table 3.1 Setting the Output Mode

SW3 SW4 Mode Selected

OFF OFF Stereo DA (1x4)

OFF ON Mono DA (1x8)

ON ON Stereo Sum

Specifying the Gain

SW6-SW10 are used in conjunction to specify the coarse level gain adjustment applied to the

output of the ADA-8405-C. Ta bl e 3. 2 lists the combinations of DIP Switch settings for
SW6-SW10.

Table 3.2 Specifying the Gain

SW6 SW7 SW8 SW9 SW10 Gain (dB)

OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF UNITY

OFF OFF OFF OFF ON 1

OFF OFF OFF ON OFF 2

OFF OFF OFF ON ON 3

OFF OFF ON OFF OFF 4

OFF OFF ON OFF ON 5

OFF OFF ON ON OFF 6

OFF OFF ON ON ON 7

OFF ON OFF OFF OFF 8

OFF ON OFF OFF ON 9

OFF ON OFF ON OFF 10

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Table 3.2 Specifying the Gain

SW6 SW7 SW8 SW9 SW10 Gain (dB)

OFF ON OFF ON ON 11

OFF ON ON OFF OFF 12

OFF ON ON OFF ON 13

OFF ON ON ON OFF 14

OFFONONONON 15

ON OFF OFF OFF OFF UNITY

ON OFF OFF OFF ON -1

ON OFF OFF ON OFF -2

ON OFF OFF ON ON -3

ON OFF ON OFF OFF -4

ON OFF ON OFF ON -5

ON OFF ON ON OFF -6

ON OFF ON ON ON -7

ON ON OFF OFF OFF -8

ON ON OFF OFF ON -9

ON ON OFF ON OFF -10

ON ON OFF ON ON -11

ON ON ON OFF OFF -12

ON ON ON OFF ON -13

ON ON ON ON OFF -14

ON ON ON ON ON -15

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Control and Monitoring Features

PWR LED

Card Ejector

This section provides information on the card-edge LEDs for the ADA-8405-C. Refer to Figure

3.3 for the location of the LEDs.

Figure 3.3 ADA-8405-C Card-edge LEDs

Status and Selection LEDs on the ADA-8405-C

Tab le 3 .3 describes the PWR LED.

Table 3.3 LEDs on the ADA-8405-C

LED Color Display and Description

PWR

Green When lit, this LED indicates the card is powered on.

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DashBoard Menus

In This Chapter

This chapter briefly summarize the menus, items, and parameters available from the DashBoard
Control System™ for the ADA-8405-C. Parameters marked with an asterisk (*) are the factory
default values.

The following topic is discussed:

• Status Tabs

• Settings Tab

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Status Tabs

This section summarizes the read-only information displayed in the Status tabs.

Product Tab

Tab le 4 .1 summarizes the read-only information displayed in the Product tab.

Table 4.1 Product Tab Items

Tab Title Item Parameters Description

Card Name Analog Audio and Timecode Distribution Amplifier

Product ADA-8405-C

Card Info

(Read-only)

Supplier Ross Video Ltd.

Serial Number # Indicates the serial number of the board

Software Rev #.## Indicates the software version

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Settings Tab

Tab le 4 .2 summarizes the Settings options available in DashBoard.

Table 4.2 Settings Menu Items

Tab Ti t l e Item Parameters Description

ANLG In 1 outputs to ANLG Out 1-1,

Stereo DA (2x4)

Mode

Mono DA (1x8)

1-2, 1-3, and 1-4

ANLG In 2 outputs to ANLG Out 2-1,
2-2, 2-3, and 2-4

ANLG In 1 outputs to all eight ANLG
outputs

Settings

Stereo Sum

STEREO Gain Control 0 to 100 Adjusts the audio gain for all outputs

Left Trim Control (dB) -15 to +15

Right Trim Control
(dB)

-15 to +15

Card outputs a sum of ANLG In 1 and 2 to
all eight ANLG outputs

Specifies the coarse level gain adjustment
applied to ANLG In 1

Specifies the coarse level gain adjustment
applied to ANLG In 2

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Specifications

In This Chapter

This chapter provides the technical specification information for the ADA-8405-C. Note that
specifications are subject to change without notice.

The following topics are discussed:

• Technical Specifications

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Technical Specifications

This section provides the technical specifications for the ADA-8405-C.

Table 5.1 ADA-8405-C Technical Specifications

Category Parameter Specification

Number of Inputs

8310AR-042 and 8320AR-042: 2

8320AR-043: 1

Analog Inputs

Performance

Analog Outputs

Power

Input Impedance >20Kohm, balanced

Connector WECO®

Maximum Input Level +27.5dBu

Gain -15dB to +15dB

Frequency Response ±0.1dB from 20Hz to 20kHz

Noise <-85dBu, 10kHz to 22kHz at unity gain

Inter-channel Crosstalk <90dB 20Hz to 20kHz

Harmonic Distortion <0.01%

Maximum Output Level +27dBu

Impedance 66ohm balanced

Isolation >60dB

Maximum Power Consumption >4.5W

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Service Information

In This Chapter

This chapter contains the following sections:

• Troubleshooting Checklist

• Warranty and Repair Policy

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Troubleshooting Checklist

Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required. In the event of problems with your
ADA-8405-C, 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. Re-seat the Card in the Frame — Eject the card and reinsert it in the frame.

4. Check Control Settings — Refer to the Installation and Operation sections of the

manual and verify all user-adjustable component settings.

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

valid signal is being supplied.

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

receiving a valid signal.

7. Card Exchange — Exchanging a suspect card with a card that is known to be working

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

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Warranty and Repair Policy

The ADA-8405-C 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 ADA-8405-C 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 ADA-8405-C 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 ADA-8405-C 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
ADA-8405-C 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 ADA-8405-C, 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 ADA-8405-C. 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.

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