Ross HDC-8222A User Manual

Ross Video Limited

HDC-8222A

HD-Down Converter and Distribution Amplifier

User Manual

HDC-8222A • HD-Down Converter and Distribution Amplifier User Manual

• Ross Part Number: 8222ADR-004-02

• Release Date: February 1, 2012.

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

Copyright

© 2012 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; 7,034,886; 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

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

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

• All other product names and any registered and unregistered trademarks mentioned in
this guide are used for identification purposes only and remain the exclusive property of
their respective owners.

®

are registered trademarks of Ross Video Limited.

Important Regulatory and Safety Notices

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

Products 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 or injury 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 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 cards 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
ba rr ie rs aft er an y s er vi cin g.
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 his 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 wheeled 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 performances of our products.

Company Address

Ross Video Limited

8 John Street
Iroquois, Ontario
Canada, K0E 1K0

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

Technical Support: (+1) 613 • 652 • 4886

After Hours Emergency: (+1) 613 • 349 • 0006

E-mail (Technical Support): [e-mail]

E-mail (General Information): [e-mail]

Website: http://www.rossvideo.com

Ross Video Incorporated

P.O. Box 880
Ogdensburg, New York
USA 13669-0880

Fax: (+1) 613 • 652 • 4425

Contents

Introduction 1

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

Functional Block Diagrams ................................................................................................. 1-4

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

Installation 2

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

Installing the HDC-8222A................................................................................................... 2-3

Cabling for the HDC-8222A................................................................................................ 2-5

Software Upgrades...............................................................................................................2-6

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

Available Format Conversions .............................................................................. 1-3

Overview ............................................................................................................... 1-5

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

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

Rear Modules for the HDC-8222A ....................................................................... 2-3

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

Installing the HDC-8222A .................................................................................... 2-4

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

DFR-8321 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 LEDs........................................................................................................... 3-5

Adjusting Menu Parameters on the Card-edge...................................................... 3-6

Menus 4

DashBoard Menus for the HDC-8222A .............................................................................. 4-2

Card Info Tab ........................................................................................................ 4-2

Scalar Tab.............................................................................................................. 4-3

Ancillary Data Tab ................................................................................................ 4-4

Proc Control Tab ................................................................................................... 4-5

Reticules (Overlay) Tab ........................................................................................ 4-5

Analog Output Tab................................................................................................ 4-7

Miscellaneous Tab................................................................................................. 4-7

Downmixer Tab..................................................................................................... 4-8

Card-edge Menu System.................................................................................................... 4-10

Navigation ........................................................................................................... 4-10

Card-edge Menus................................................................................................. 4-10

HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02) Contents • i

Managing Card Settings.....................................................................................................4-14

Using DataSafe™ ................................................................................................ 4-14

Saving and Loading via the Card-edge Controls .................................................4-14

Saving and Loading via DashBoard ....................................................................4-14

Loading the Factory Defaults.............................................................................................4-15

Specifications 5

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

Service Information 6

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

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

ii • Contents HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02)

Introduction

In This Chapter

This chapter contains the following sections:

• Overview

• Functional Block Diagrams

• Documentation Terms and Conventions

A Word of Thanks

Congratulations on choosing an openGear HDC-8222A HD-Down Converter and Distribution
Amplifier. Your HDC-8222A 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 HDC-8222A 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 HDC-8222A, 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.

HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02) Introduction • 1–1

Overview

The HDC-8222A is a high quality 10-bit, HD-Down Converter with Serial Digital pass-through
and individual Aspect Ratio Controls for HD and SD inputs. The HDC-8222A bridges SMPTE
292 high definition (HD) and 259M-C standard definition (SD) signal formats; allowing high
density and low power conversion of HD signals.

The HDC-8222A will down-convert HD to SD serial component digital and analog composite
video. This unit can re-aspect the image with separate rules for HD and SD inputs, and adds 3:2
pull-down to 23.98 progressive segmented frame (pSF) or interlaced (i) inputs. In addition,
reticule overlays, for full aperture and safe area, in both 16x9 and 4x3 can be enabled, as well as a
center cross-hairs. Reticules can be separately enabled on the SD-SDI and composite outputs.

The image processing is full 10-bit using a 24-tap spatial filter. Down-conversions of HD to SD
signals are de-jittered to reduce the chroma phase jitter of the SD composite outputs.

The HDC-8222A also preserves several key non-video signals across a down-conversion or
ARC. Embedded audio is de-embedded at the input, delayed appropriately, and then embedded at
the output in the new format. Timecode signals (as VITC or as in SMPTE RP-188) are extracted,
delayed the appropriate amount, and then embedded in the output video. Standard definition
closed captioning data (NTSC Line 21) is decoded, delayed, and embedded in the output video,
regardless of aspect ratio correction.

With the 8320AR-1821 Full Rear Module, the HDC-8222A also supports audio de-embedding
with four analog audio outputs.

This product also provides full color proc control of the output video, with separate controls for
Gain, Lift, Saturation and Color Phase.

Features

The HDC-8222A also includes the following features:

• Preserves several non-video signals across a down-conversion or aspect ratio conversion

• Embedded audio is de-embedded at the input, delayed appropriately, and then embedded
at the output, in the new format

• Timecode signals, as D-VITC (SMPTE 266M) or as ATC (RP188), are extracted, delayed
the appropriate amount, and then embedded in the output video

• Closed captioning support: CEA-608 Line 21 style closed captioning or CEA-608 within
a CEA-708 packet, extracted and inserted into the output video

• Provides full color proc-amp control of the output video, with separate controls for Gain,
Lift, Saturation, and Color Phase

• Provides one dual-rate HD/SD-SDI input

• Optional four-channel analog audio de-embedding available with the 8320AR-1821 Full
Rear Module

• Depending the rear module used, the following outputs are provided:

› 8310AR-030 and 8320AR-030 Full Rear Modules — four re-clocked HD/SD-SDI

copies of the input, and four user selectable (SD-SDI or Composite) down-converted
HD or SD ARC outputs.

› 8320AR-1821 Full Rear Module — two re-clocked HD/SD-SDI copies of the input,

two user selectable (SD-SDI or Composite) down-converted HD or SD ARC
outputs, and four analog audio outputs.

1–2 • Introduction HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02)

Available Format Conversions

The HDC-8222A has extensive re-format and down conversion capabilities. It can act as a
down-converter, Aspect Ratio Converter (ARC), and frame rate converter. The format
conversions are listed in Tab le 1. 1.

Table 1.1 Supported Format Conversions

1080pSF 23.98Hz 480i 59.94Hz

1080p 29.97Hz 480i 59.94Hz

1080p 50Hz 576i 50Hz

1080p 23.98Hz 480i 59.94Hz

1080i 59.94Hz 480i 59.94Hz

1080i 25Hz 576i 50Hz

720p 25Hz 576i 50Hz

720p 29.97Hz 480i 59.94Hz

720p 50Hz 576i 50Hz

720p 59.94Hz 480i 59.94Hzz

480i 59.94Hz 480i 59.94Hz

From HD to SD

576i 50Hz 576i 50Hz

Notes:

Note the following when calculating format conversions:

• An interlaced video format (i) contains two fields per frame, but the frame rate
designation for that video format is actually the field rate. For example;

› 1080i 59.94Hz is 29.97 frames per second. There are two fields per frame, thus the

interlaced frame rate is 59.94Hz.

› 1080p 29.97Hz is 29.97 frames per second.

• SD active line rates are PAL (575) and NTSC (486).

• The HDC-8222A cannot accept native 720p 23.98Hz or 720pSF 23.98Hz; however it can
convert those signals if they are delivered inside a 720p 59.94Hz transportation wrapper
(as typically done with this format) and processed as 720p 59.94Hz.

HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02) Introduction • 1–3

Functional Block Diagrams

SW

Input RCLK Copy 1

Input RCLK Copy 2

Input RCLK Copy 3

Input RCLK Copy 4

SD-SDI CVBS 1

Dual Rate

Input

Equalizer

HD / SD-SDI

Input

SD

Serializer

SD

Driver

SD

Encoder

SD Analog

Output

SD-SDI CVBS 4

SD-SDI CVBS 3

SD-SDI CVBS 2

Dual Rate

Reclock,
Decode and
De-serialize

Down

Conversion

and

ARC

Audio

Memory

Path

Routing

and
Reticule
Overlay

Re-clocked

Outputs

Input RCLK Copy 1

Input RCLK Copy 2

Dual Rate

Input

Equalizer

HD / SD-SDI

Input

SD

Serializer

SD

Driver

SD

Encoder

SD Analog

Output

SD-SDI CVBS 1

SD-SDI CVBS 2

Dual Rate

Reclock,
Decode and
De-serialize

Down

Conversion

and

ARC

Audio

Memory

Path

Routing

and
Reticule
Overlay

Re-clocked

Outputs

ANLG Audio Out 1

ANLG Audio Out 3

ANLG Audio Out 4

Audio

DA

ANLG Audio Out 2

SW

This section provides functional block diagrams that outline the workflow of the HDC-8222A.

Figure 1.1 HDC-8222A — Simplified Block Diagram (8310AR-030 and 8320AR-030 Rear Modules)

Figure 1.2 HDC-8222A — Simplified Block Diagram (8320AR-1821 Rear Module)

1–4 • Introduction HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02)

Overview

Starting in the upper left of the block diagrams, the dual-rate (HD/SD) serial digital signal is
equalized, re-clocked and then de-serialized. A re-clocked copy of the input is driven out of up to
four BNCs (number of BNCs is dependent on the rear module you are using). Once de-serialized,
the video standard and frame rate is determined.

Coming out of the de-serializer, the parallel video data path goes to the image scalar circuitry,
where it is down, aspect and/or frame rate converted depending on the signal input and user
settings. After conversion audio, timecode, and closed captioning signals are embedded. Finally
the reticule overlays (if any) are applied, and the signal passes through circuitry to reduce output
clock jitter.

Up to four copies of SD analog composite and SD-SDI are generated and sent to four, 2x1
switches (S7, S8, S9, and S10) that allow you to select analog composite or SDI for the outputs.

The HDC-8222A also has a special feature called Field Lock for 720p down-converts. The 720p
signals do not carry information indicating which frame should become a down-converted even
field and which should be a down-converted odd field. When Field Lock is enabled, the card uses
the frame reference as a guide to ensure that the down-converted odd/even sequence matches the
odd/even sequence of the reference.

HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02) Introduction • 1–5

Documentation Terms and Conventions

The following terms and conventions are used throughout this manual:

•“ARC” refers to Aspect Ratio Converter.

•“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.

•“Dual Rate” refers to multi-definition.

•“Frame” refers to DFR-8300 series frame that houses the HDC-8222A card, as well as
any openGear frames.

•“Lift” refers to black offset.

•“Operator” and “User” refer to the person who uses HDC-8222A.

•“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.

•“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.

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

1–6 • Introduction HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02)

Installation

In This Chapter

This chapter provides instructions for installing the Rear Module(s) for the HDC-8222A,
installing the card into the frame, cabling details, and updating the card software.

The following topics are discussed:

• Before You Begin

• Installing the HDC-8222A

• Cabling for the HDC-8222A

• Software Upgrades

HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02) Installation • 2–1

Before You Begin

Before proceeding with the instructions in this chapter, ensure that your DFR-8300 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 HDC-8222A 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.

2–2 • Installation HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02)