Ross NK-16, NK-32, NK-34 User Manual

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NK Series

Compact Routers

User Guide

NK Series · User Guide

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• Ross Part Number: 9807DR-0100-1.0

• Release Date: March 18, 2011. Printed in Canada.

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

Copyright

© 2011 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. 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

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Before using this product and any associated equipment, read all the Important Safety Instructions listed below so
as to avoid personal injury and to prevent product damage.

Symbol Meanings

Protective Earth — This symbol identifies a Protective Earth (PE) terminal, which is provided for

connection of the supply system’s protective earth (green or green/yellow) conductor.

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.

Warning Hazardous Voltages — This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of

uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of shock to persons.

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

Read these instructions and heed all warnings.

Warning

Warning

The safe operation of this product requires that a protective earth connection be provided.
A grounding conductor in the equipment's supply cord provides this protective earth. To
reduce the risk of electrical shock to the operator and service personnel, this ground
conductor must be connected to an earthed ground.

Use only power cords specified for this product and certified for the country of use. Refer
to the Product Power Cord Requirement Section that follows.

Do not defeat safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The third prong is prong is provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit in to your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of
the obsolete outlet.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinching particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and point where they exit from the apparatus.

Indoor Use: “WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE”

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions.

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

Warning

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Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug damage, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Caution

Warning

Product Power Cord Requirements

To reduce the risk of fire, replacement fuses must be the same type and rating.

This product contains safety critical parts, which if incorrectly replaced may present a risk
of fire or electrical shock. Components contained within 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

Warning North American Line Voltages 100 - 120 Volt

This product is supplied with certified 10A/125V SVT type supply cords.

Conductors are color coded white (neutral), black (line) and green or green/yellow
(ground).

Operation of this equipment at line voltages exceeding 130V requires that alternative
supply cords with appropriate voltage and current ratings be used.

Warning International Line Voltages 200 - 240 Volt

This product has been designed for use with certified IEC 320- C13 10A/250V - H03
VV-F3G 1.00mm2 type line cord.

International product orders are supplied with a certified 10A/250V line cords, utilizing a
molded 3-pin IEC 320-C13 type connector at one end and stripped conductors on the
other. One line cord is provided. Conductors are CEE color coded; blue (neutral), brown
(line), and green/yellow (ground).

Installation by a qualified Electrician, of an appropriately approved A/C wall plug
certified for the country of use, is required.

Alternatively, other IEC 320 C-13 type power cords may be used, provided that they meet
the necessary safety certification requirements for the country in which they are to be
used. Refer to the correctly specified line cord above.

EMC Notices

US 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 Ltd. could

void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

CANADA

This Class “A” digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe “A” est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

EUROPE

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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.

CE/C-tick approval

The equipment meets the requirements of the Australian Communications and Media Authority (Limits & Methods
Of Measurement Of Radio Interference Characteristics Of Information Technology Equipment (EN55022/CISPR

22)).

Warranty and Repair Policy

The product is backed by a comprehensive one-year warranty on all components.

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

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

If an item becomes defective within the warranty period Ross will repair or replace the defective item, as
determined solely by Ross.

Warranty repairs will be conducted at Ross, with all shipping FOB Ross dock. If repairs are conducted at the
customer site, reasonable out-of-pocket charges will apply. At the discretion of Ross, and on a temporary loan basis,
plug in circuit boards or other replacement parts may be supplied free of charge while defective items undergo
repair. Return packing, shipping, and special handling costs are the responsibility of the customer.

This warranty is void if products are subjected to misuse, neglect, accident, improper installation or application, or
unauthorized modification.

In no event shall Ross Video Limited be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages
(including loss of profit). Implied warranties, including that of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose,
are expressly limited to the duration of this warranty.

This warranty is TRANSFERABLE to subsequent owners, subject to Ross’ notification of change of ownership.

Extended Warranty

For customers that require a longer warranty period, Ross offers an extended warranty plan to extend the standard
warranty period by one year increments. For more information, contact your regional sales manager.

Environmental Information

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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

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Ross Video Limited

8 John Street
Iroquois, Ontario
Canada, K0E 1K0

Ross Video Incorporated

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

General Business Office:

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

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

E-mail for Technical Support: [e-mail]

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Website: http://www.rossvideo.com

(+1) 613 • 652 • 4886

(+1) 613 • 652 • 4425

Fax:

Ross Video Australia

Unit 3, 49 London Drive
Bayswater VIC 3153
Australia

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Contents

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Introduction 1

Overview of this Guide..........................................................................................................................................1-1

Overview 2

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

Installation 3

NK-16, NK-32 and NK-34 Routers .......................................................................................................................3-1

SDI Video Level ................................................................................................................................................3-1

Multi-Definition Video Level ............................................................................................................................3-1

AES/EBU Digital Audio Level ..........................................................................................................................3-2

Analog Video Level ...........................................................................................................................................3-4

Stereo Analog Audio Level ................................................................................................................................3-6

Machine Control / Data Level ............................................................................................................................3-8

NK-64 and NK-72 Router Formats........................................................................................................................3-9

SDI Video Level ................................................................................................................................................3-9

Multi-Definition Video Level ............................................................................................................................3-9

3G/HD/SD SDI Level ........................................................................................................................................3-9

AES/EBU Digital Audio Level ........................................................................................................................3-10

Stereo Analog Audio Level ..............................................................................................................................3-12

Control Panels......................................................................................................................................................3-13

RCP-NK1 .........................................................................................................................................................3-13

RCP-NKM .......................................................................................................................................................3-14

RCP-NKQ ........................................................................................................................................................3-14

NK-VCP ...........................................................................................................................................................3-15

NK-VRC ..........................................................................................................................................................3-16

Interface and Connectivity ...................................................................................................................................3-16

The NK-IPS ......................................................................................................................................................3-16

The NK Hub .....................................................................................................................................................3-17

The NK-3RD ....................................................................................................................................................3-18

The NK-SCP ....................................................................................................................................................3-19

The NK-GPI .....................................................................................................................................................3-19

The T-Bus Control System ..............................................................................................................................3-20

The Heartbeat ...................................................................................................................................................3-20

NK Series Router Power Supplies ...................................................................................................................3-20

Connecting NK Components ...............................................................................................................................3-21

Unpacking and Pre-Installation ........................................................................................................................3-21

Connection Overview .......................................................................................................................................3-21

Connecting the NK-SCP ..................................................................................................................................3-23

Connecting the NK-GPI ...................................................................................................................................3-25

Customizing RCP-NK1 Control Panels...............................................................................................................3-27

Overview ..........................................................................................................................................................3-27

Localizing the Panel .........................................................................................................................................3-27

Configuration 4

Default Configuration ............................................................................................................................................4-1

Overview ............................................................................................................................................................4-1

RCP-NK1 Control Panel Default Configuration ...............................................................................................4-1

RCP-NKM/Q Control Panel Default Configuration ..........................................................................................4-3

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Configuring Routers.............................................................................................................................................. 4-4

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Overview ........................................................................................................................................................... 4-4

Configuration Options — NK-IPS .................................................................................................................... 4-4

Configuration Options — Phoenix .................................................................................................................... 4-9

Configuring the RCP-NK1 Panel........................................................................................................................ 4-13

Overview ......................................................................................................................................................... 4-13

RCP-NK1 Configuration ................................................................................................................................. 4-14

Configuring the NK-SCP .................................................................................................................................... 4-21

NK-SCP/A Configuration ............................................................................................................................... 4-21

NK-SCP/K2 Configuration ............................................................................................................................. 4-24

Configuring the GPI ............................................................................................................................................ 4-27

Configuration Options ..................................................................................................................................... 4-27

Operation 5

NK Series Operation ............................................................................................................................................. 5-1

Start-up Process ................................................................................................................................................. 5-1

Router Start-up .................................................................................................................................................. 5-1

Control Panel Start-up ....................................................................................................................................... 5-1

Single Panel RCP-NK1 Operation ........................................................................................................................ 5-1

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

Operation Basics ................................................................................................................................................ 5-2

Linked RCP-NK1 Panel Operation ..................................................................................................................... 5-10

Overview ......................................................................................................................................................... 5-10

NK-A64 Control Layer ....................................................................................................................................... 5-10

Overview ......................................................................................................................................................... 5-10

Control Layer Operation via NK Control Panels ............................................................................................ 5-11

NK-SCP Operation.............................................................................................................................................. 5-13

NK-SCP/A Operation Overview ..................................................................................................................... 5-13

Using the ASCII Protocol ................................................................................................................................ 5-13

NK-SCP/K2 Operation .................................................................................................................................... 5-15

Video Referencing............................................................................................................................................... 5-15

Overview ......................................................................................................................................................... 5-15

Connecting a Video Reference to NK Routers ............................................................................................... 5-15

Appendix A: Connectors and Pinouts 6

DB-25 Pinouts for Analog and Digital Audio Routers ......................................................................................... 6-1

16x16 Routers .................................................................................................................................................... 6-1

32x32 Routers .................................................................................................................................................... 6-2

64x64 Routers .................................................................................................................................................... 6-3

Power Connector - DB-9 (All NK-16 and NK-32 Routers).................................................................................. 6-5

Machine Control DB-9 Pinouts (NK-M16 and NK-M32) .................................................................................... 6-5

GPI Alarm (NK-64 & NK-72 Models only) ......................................................................................................... 6-6

T-Bus RJ-45 Connector......................................................................................................................................... 6-6

SCP/A DB-9 Pinouts............................................................................................................................................. 6-7

SCP/K2 DB-9 Pinouts........................................................................................................................................... 6-7

Appendix B: Analog Audio Router I/O Levels 7

Overview ............................................................................................................................................................... 7-1

NK-A16 and NK-A32 Routers (Input).................................................................................................................. 7-1

NK-A16 and NK-A32 Routers (Output)............................................................................................................... 7-2

NK-A64 Router (Input)......................................................................................................................................... 7-2

NK-A64 Router (Output) ...................................................................................................................................... 7-3

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Appendix C: Multi-Definition Router Format Selection 8

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Output Rise Time DIP Switches ............................................................................................................................8-1

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Introduction

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Thank you for purchasing the Ross Video NK Series Routing System. With Ross Video’s reputation for delivering
leading-edge routing switcher equipment and our unsurpassed level of customer service and support, you can look
forward to many years of reliable broadcasting. Please read this guide thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

Overview of this Guide

This guide is for system administrators, installers and operators of the Ross Video NK Series Routing System. It
provides instructions on how to connect and configure the routing switcher system. It assumes that you are
experienced with general broadcast concepts, and that you are familiar with the planning requirements for a routing
switcher system.

A separate user manual is available for the following products:

• NK-3G320 Routing Switcher

• NK-3G144 Routing Switcher

• NK-IPS Internet Protocol Server

• NK-VRC Virtual Routing Core

• NK-3RD Third Party Interface

• RCP-NKM Remote Control Panel

• RCP-NKQ Remote Control Panel

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Overview

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Ross Video's NK Series Routing Systems are a comprehensive family of routing solutions with a wide variety of
matrix sizes and types to choose from, several flexible control panels, and a powerful control system tying it all
together.

Features

The NK Series of routers are available in a variety of sizes and signal types.

Figure 2.1 16x4 Utility Switchers and 16x16 Routers (1RU)

Figure 2.2 32x32 Routers (2RU)

Figure 2.3 64x64 and 72x72 Routers (3RU)

Matrix Sizes Signal Types

• Fixed size 16x4 and 16x16 in 1RU • 3G/HD/SD Multi-Definition SDI

• Fixed size 32x32 and 34x34 in 2RU • HD/SD Multi-Definition SDI

• Expandable up to 64x64 and 72x72 in 3RU • SD SDI

• Expandable up to 144x144 in 10RU • 75 Ohm and 110 Ohm AES/EBU Digital Audio

• Expandable up to 320x320 in 19RU • Analog Video

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• Stereo Analog Audio

• Machine / Data Control (RS422)

Control of the routers can be done using a variety of methods, including:

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• 40 Button Remote Control Panel (RCP-NK1)

• 40 Button & LCD Display Remote Control Panel (RCP-NKM)

• 17 LCD Button Remote Control Panel (RCP-NKQ)

• Phoenix Control Surface software for setup and control

• 10/100 Ethernet Interface

• Virtual routing

• Third Party RS422 serial control

• RS232 and GPI/Tally Interface

Figure 2.4 RCP-NKQ Control Panel

Figure 2.5 RCP-NKM Control Panel

Figure 2.6 RCP-NK1 Control Panel

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Installation

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NK-16, NK-32 and NK-34 Routers

SDI Video Level

The SDI level of the NK-16 and NK-34 range conforms to SMPTE standard 259M and is available in 16x4
(NK-S164), 16x16 (NK-S16), and 34x34 (NK-S34) sizes.

Multi-Definition Video Level

The Multi-Definition (MD) level of the NK-16 and NK-34 range conforms to SMPTE standards 259M, 292M and
344M, 16x4 (NK-MD164), 16x16 (NK-MD16), and 34x34 (NK-MD34) sizes.

All NK Multi-Definition level routers have a selectable output rise and fall times, via on-board DIP switches; please

refer to “Appendix C: Multi-Definition Router Format Selection” on page 8–1.

Video Reference Loop

T-Bus Connections

Power

Video Reference Loop

T-Bus Connections

Power

Video Reference Loop

Inputs

Figure 3.1 NK-S164 & NK-MD164 – 16x4 Rear IO

Inputs

Figure 3.2 NK-S16 & NK-MD16 – 16x16 Rear IO

Inputs

Outputs

Outputs

Outputs

T-Bus Connections

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Power

Figure 3.3 NK-S34 & NK-MD34 – 34x34 Rear IO

Specifications

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Table 3.1 Inputs

SDI Video Level Multi-Definition Video Level

Connection 75 Ω BNC 75 Ω BNC

Return Loss > 22 dB > 17 dB

Cable EQ Up to 350 m Belden 8281 Up to 100 m Belden 8281

Table 3.2 Outputs

SDI Video Level Multi-Definition Video Level

Connection 75 Ω BNC 75 Ω BNC

Clocking Non-reclocking Non-reclocking

Return Loss > 22 dB 15 dB

Level 800 mV p-p 800 mV p-p

Table 3.3 Performance

SDI Video Level Multi-Definition Video Level

Jitter < 370 ps (.09 UI) < 0.2 UI

Data Rates 143 Mb/s to 540 Mb/s 143 Mb/s to 1.485 Gb/s

Overshoot < 10 % < 10 %

Rise/Fall Time 700 ps (typical) 700 ps (typical SD)

120 ps (typical HD)

Table 3.4 General

SDI Video Level Multi-Definition Video Level

Partitioning Up to 8 partitions with independent

level assignment

Configuration Phoenix or web browser via NK-IPS Phoenix or web browser via NK-IPS

Dimensions 1 RU x 64 mm deep (NK-S16 and

NK-S164)
2 RU x 64 mm deep (NK-S34)

Power Consumption 10.5 W (NK-S16 and NK-S164) 30

W (NK-S34)

Power Supply +15 V DC +15 V DC

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Up to 8 partitions with independent
level assignment

1 RU x 64 mm deep (NK-MD16 and
NK-MD164)
2 RU x 64 mm deep (NK-MD34)

10.5 W (NK-MD16 and NK-MD164)
30 W (NK-MD34)

AES/EBU Digital Audio Level

The AES/EBU level of the NK-16 and NK-32 range conforms to AES/EBU standards for digital audio. It is
available in 16x4 (NK-D164), 16x16 (NK-D16), and 32x32 (NK-D32) sizes.

NK-D16, NK-D164 and NK-D32 models are available in 75 Ω BNC models or 110 Ω DB-25 models.

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Video Reference Loop

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T-Bus Connections

Power

Video Reference Loop

T-Bus Connections

Power

Video Reference Loop

T-Bus Connections

Inputs

Outputs

Figure 3.4 NK-D164/75 – 75 Ω, 16x4 Rear IO

Inputs

Outputs

Figure 3.5 NK-D164 /110 – 110 Ω, 16x4 Rear IO

Inputs

Outputs

Power

Video Reference Loop

T-Bus Connections

Power

Video Reference Loop

T-Bus Connections

Figure 3.6 NK-D16/75 – 75 Ω, 16x16 Rear IO

Inputs

Figure 3.7 NK-D16/110 – 110 Ω, 16x16 Rear IO

Inputs

Power

Figure 3.8 NK-D32/75 – 75 Ω, 32x32 Rear IO

Outputs

Outputs

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Video Reference Loop

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Inputs

Outputs

T-Bus Connections

Specifications

Connection 75 Ω BNC (D16/75 and D32/75)

Level 1 V p-p (75 Ω)

Cable EQ Up to 300 m RG59/U

Connection 75 Ω BNC (D16/75 and D32/75)

Clocking Non-reclocking

Level 1 V p-p (75 Ω)

Power

Figure 3.9 NK-D32/110 – 110 Ω, 32x32 Rear IO

Table 3.5 Inputs

110 Ω DB-25 connectors (D16/110 and D32/110)

2-7 V p-p (110 Ω)

Table 3.6 Outputs

110 Ω DB-25 connectors (D16/110 and D32/110)

3-4 V p-p (110 Ω)

Table 3.7 Performance

Jitter < 2 ns (.013 UI)

Data Rates 32 kHz to 192 kHz

Table 3.8 General

Partitioning Up to 8 partitions with independent level assignment

Configuration Phoenix or web browser via NK-IPS

Dimensions 1 RU x 64 mm deep (NK-D16 and NK-D164)

2 RU x 64 mm deep (NK-D32)

Power Consumption 7.5 W (NK-D16 and NK-D164) 10.5 W (NK-D32)

Power Supply +15 V DC

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Analog Video Level

The Analog Video level of the NK-16 and NK-32 range is a wide bandwidth, high performance router available in
16x4 (NK-V164-HQ), 16x16 (NK-V16-HQ), and 32x32 (NK-V32-HQ) sizes.

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Video Reference Loop

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T-Bus Connections

Power

Video Reference Loop

T-Bus Connections

Power

Video Reference Loop

Inputs

Figure 3.10 NK-V164-HQ – 16x4 Rear IO

Inputs

Figure 3.11 NK-V16-HQ – 16x16 Rear IO

Inputs

Outputs

Outputs

Outputs

T-Bus Connections

Specifications

Power

Figure 3.12 NK-V32-HQ – 32x32 Rear IO

Table 3.9 Inputs

Connection 75 Ω BNC

Nominal Input Level 1 V p-p

Maximum Input Level 2 V p-p

Clamping Method AC coupled with sync tip Clamping

Clamping DC Adjustment Between blanking = 0 V and sync tip = 0 V

Return Loss 44 dB

Table 3.10 Outputs

Connection 75 Ω BNC

Level 1 V p-p

Coupling DC coupled

Return Loss 30 dB

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Table 3.11 Performance

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Differential Gain 0.05 deg

Differential Phase 0.05 deg

Frequency Response 30 MHz, ±0.1 dB

60 Mhz, ±1 dB
230 Mhz, -3 dB

Noise -76 dB peak

Crosstalk -60 dB, 5 MHz

Propagation Delay 2 ns

Timing Scatter 0.5 deg fsc

Table 3.12 General

Partitioning Up to 8 partitions with independent level assignment

Configuration Phoenix or web browser via NK-IPS

Dimensions 1 RU x 64 mm deep (NK-V16-HQ and NK-V164-HQ)

2 RU x 64 mm deep (NK-V32-HQ)

Power Consumption 8 W (NK-V16-HQ and NK-V164-HQ)

20 W (NK-V32-HQ)

Power Supply +/-15 V DC

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Stereo Analog Audio Level

The Stereo Analog Audio level of the NK-16 and NK-32 range is a wide bandwidth, high performance router,
available in 16x4 (NK-A164-HQ), 16x16 (NK-A16-HQ), and 32x32 (NK-A32-HQ) sizes.

All Analog Audio level routers have selectable +4 / -10 dBu input and output levels, via on-board solder links,

please refer to “Appendix B: Analog Audio Router I/O Levels” on page 7–1.

Video Reference Loop

T-Bus Connections

Power

Video Reference Loop

T-Bus Connections

Inputs Outputs

Figure 3.13 NK-A164-HQ – 16x4 Rear IO

Inputs Outputs

LEFT RIGHT

Outputs Inputs

LEFT RIGHT

Outputs Inputs

Power

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Figure 3.14 NK-V16-HQ – 16x16 Rear IO

Video Reference Loop

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Inputs Outputs

LEFT RIGHT

Outputs Inputs

T-Bus Connections

Specifications

Connection DB-25 Female on chassis (8 audio channels)

Connection Type Balanced active differential

Input Z 24 K Ω

Nominal Input Level +4 dBu or -10 dBu (selectable via solder links)

Maximum Input Level +24 dBu

CMRR 60 dB

Connection DB-25 Female on chassis (8 audio channels)

Connection Type Balanced active differential

Output Z 50 Ω differential

Nominal Output Level +4 dBu or -10 dBu (selectable via solder links)

Power

Figure 3.15 NK-A32-HQ – 32x32 Rear IO

Table 3.13 Inputs

Table 3.14 Outputs

Maximum Output Level +24 dBu

Table 3.15 Performance

Frequency Response ±0.1 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz

-3 dB, 100 kHz

Distortion .005 %

Noise -90 dB below +4 dBu

Crosstalk -86 dB below +4 dBu Below noise

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Table 3.16 General

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Partitioning Up to 8 partitions with independent level assignment

Configuration Phoenix or web browser via NK-IPS

Dimensions 1 RU x 64 mm deep (NK-A16-HQ and NK-A164-HQ)

2 RU x 64 mm deep (NK-A32-HQ)

Power Consumption 13.5 W (NK-A16-HQ and NK-A164-HQ)

33 W (NK-A32-HQ)

Power Supply ±15 V DC

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Machine Control / Data Level

The Machine Control level of the NK-16 and NK-32 range is capable of routing RS-422 signals for reciprocal
switches. It is available both 16x16 (NK-M16), and 32x32 (NK-M32) models.

T-Bus Connections

T-Bus Connections

Specifications

Bi-directional RS-422 Ports

Power

Figure 3.16 NK-M16 – 16x16 Rear IO

Bi-directional RS-422 Ports

Power

Figure 3.17 NK-M32 – 32x32 Rear IO

Connection DB-9 Female on chassis

Electrical Standard RS-422

Direction Auto port direction switching

Data Rates Up to 115.2 kBd

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Table 3.17 Inputs

Table 3.18 Performance

Table 3.19 General

USO RESTRITO

Configuration Phoenix or web browser via NK-IPS

Dimensions 1RU x 64 mm deep (NK-M16)

2RU x 64 mm deep (NK-M32)

Power Consumption 10.5 W (NK-M16)

18 W (NK-M32)

Power Supply +15 V DC

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

NK-64 and NK-72 Router Formats

SDI Video Level

The SDI level conforms to SMPTE standard 259M.

Multi-Definition Video Level

The Multi-Definition (MD) level conforms to SMPTE standards 259M, 292M and 344M.

All NK MD level routers have a selectable output rise and fall times, via on-board DIP switches.

3G/HD/SD SDI Level

The NK-3G72 supports SMPTE standards 424M, 344M, 259M, and 292M with output reclocking. The input EQ
and reclocker are bypassable through the control system. The output slew rates are automatically set.

Inputs Outputs

Inputs Outputs

Figure 3.18 NK-S72, NK-MD72 & NK-3G72 – 72x72 Rear IO

Specifications

Connection 75 Ω BNC 75 Ω BNC 75 Ω BNC

Return Loss >22 dB > 17 dB > 17 dB

T-Bus Connections Video Reference Loop

GPI AlarmsPower

Table 3.20 Inputs

SD SDI

NK-72

Multi-Definition SDI

NK-MD72

3G/HD/SD SDI

NK-3G72

Cable EQ Up to 350 m Belden

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8281

Up to 100 m Belden
8281

Up to 100 m Belden
8281

Table 3.21 Outputs

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SDI Video

Level

Connection 75 Ω BNC 75 Ω BNC 75 Ω BNC

Clocking Non-relocking Non-reclocking Reclocking

Return Loss >22 dB 15 dB 15 dB

Level 800 mV p-p 800 mV p-p 800 mV p-p

Table 3.22 Performance

SDI Video

Level

Jitter < 370 ps (.09 UI) < 0.2 UI < 0.2 UI

Data Rates 143 Mb/s to 540 Mb/s 143 Mb/s to 1.485 Gb/s 143 Mb/s to 3 Gb/s

Overshoot < 10% < 10 % < 10 %

Rise Time

Partitioning Up to 8 partitions with

–

Table 3.23 General

SDI Video

Level

independent level
assignment

Multi-Definition Video

Level

Multi-Definition Video

Level

Selectable SD/HD rise
time via on-board DIP
switches

Multi-Definition Video

Level

Up to 8 partitions with
independent level
assignment

NK-3G72

NK-3G72

Auto SD/HD

NK-3G72

Up to 8 partitions with
independent level
assignment

Configuration Phoenix or web browser

via NK-IPS

Dimensions 3 RU x 120 mm deep 3 RU x 120 mm deep 3 RU x 120 mm deep

Power Supply +15 V DC +15 V DC +15 V DC

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

AES/EBU Digital Audio Level

The AES/EBU level conforms to AES/EBU standards in digital audio streaming.

The NK-D64 is available in 75 Ω BNC models or optional 110 Ω DB-25 models.

Phoenix or web browser
via NK-IPS

Phoenix or web browser
via NK-IPS

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Inputs Outputs

USO RESTRITO

T-Bus Connections Video Reference Loop

Inputs Outputs

Figure 3.19 NK-D64/75 – 75 Ω, 64x64 Rear IO

T-Bus Connections Video Reference Loop

Inputs Outputs

Inputs Outputs

Figure 3.20 NK-D64/110 – 110 Ω, 64x64 Rear IO

Specifications

Table 3.24 Inputs

Connection 75 Ω BNC (D64/75) 110 Ω DB-25 connectors (D64/110)

GPI AlarmsPower

GPI AlarmsPower

Level 1 V p-p (75 Ω)

Cable EQ Up to 300 m RG59/U

Connection 75 Ω BNC (D64/75) 110 Ω DB-25 connectors (D64/110)

Clocking Non-reclocking

Level 1 V p-p (75 Ω)

Jitter < 2 ns (0.13 UI)

Data Rates 32 kHz to 192 kHz

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2-7 V p-p (110 Ω)

Table 3.25 Outputs

3-4 V p-p (110 Ω)

Table 3.26 Performance

Table 3.27 General

USO RESTRITO

Partitioning Up to 8 partitions with independent level assignment

Configuration Phoenix or web browser via NK-IPS

Dimensions 3 RU x 120 mm deep

Power Supply +15 V DC

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Stereo Analog Audio Level

All Analog Audio level routers have selectable +4 / -10 dBu input and output levels, via on-board solder links,

please refer to “Appendix B: Analog Audio Router I/O Levels” on page 7–1.

Inputs Outputs

Inputs Outputs

Specifications

Connection DB-25 Female on chassis (8 audio channels)

Connection Type Balanced active differential

Input Z 24 K Ω

T-Bus Connections Video Reference Loop

GPI AlarmsPower

Figure 3.21 NK-A64 – 64x64 Rear IO

Table 3.28 Inputs

Nominal Input Level +4 dBu or -10 dBu (selectable via solder links)

Maximum Input Level +25 dBu

CMRR 60 dB

Connection DB-25 Female on chassis (8 audio channels)

Connection Type Balanced active differential

Output Z 50 Ω

Nominal Input Level +4 dBu or -10 dBu (selectable via solder links)

Maximum Input Level +24 dBu

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Table 3.29 Outputs

Table 3.30 Performance

USO RESTRITO

THD (Typical) 0.0025 % @ 1 kHz, +4 dB

THD + Noise (Typical) 0.0094 % @ 1 kHz, +4 dB

Level Deviation ±0.02 dB

Channel Separation -80 dB maximum

Table 3.31 General

Partitioning Up to 8 partitions with independent level assignment

Configuration Phoenix or web browser via NK-IPS

Dimensions 3 RU x 120 mm deep

Power Supply ±15 V DC

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Control Panels

RCP-NK1

The RCP-NK1 40 button panel controls NK Series Routers, it switches and protects outputs, it can also display
router status. It has 40 soft, programmable backlit keys, arranged in a 32 + 8 configuration for convenient function
key layout.

T-Bus Connections

Connected via the T-Bus Control System, with CAT5 cables, the RCP-NK1 is phantom powered by the router it is
connected to. Multiple control panels can be linked together and powered from the one router.

Panel layout has been designed with 2 rows of 16 keys on the left-hand side, and 2 rows of 4 keys on the right-hand
side for users who wish to keep function keys separate from their source, destination and breakaway keys. The LED
brightness can be set through the NK-IPS for both on and off states.

Specifications

Number 40 backlit keys

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Figure 3.22 Front and Rear of RCP-NK1

Table 3.32 Keys

Table 3.33 General

USO RESTRITO

Configuration Phoenix or web browser via NK-IPS

Dimensions 1 RU x 25 mm deep

Power Consumption 1.5 watts

Power Supply +15 V DC phantom power

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

RCP-NKM

The RCP-NKM 40 button panel controls NK Series Routers, has a variety of assignable functions, and it can also be
used for virtual routing. It has 40 programmable backlit keys, a 16 character by 2 line backlit LCD screen, and can
control up to 32 router levels.

T-Bus Connections

Figure 3.23 Front and Rear of RCP-NKM

See the RCP-NKM Remote Control Panel User Guide for more information.

RCP-NKQ

The RCP-NKQ control panel has a variety of assignable functions and it can also be used for virtual routing. It has
17 programmable backlit keys, panel linking with other remote control panels, and can control up to 32 router
levels.

T-Bus Connections

Figure 3.24 Front and Rear of RCP-NKQ

See the RCP-NKQ Remote Control Panel User Guide for more information.

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