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DMX-8259 Series · User Guide
• Ross Part Number: 8259DR-004-08
• Release Date: August 1, 2019.
The information contained in this Guide is subject to change without notice or obligation.
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case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
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Warning — This equipment is compliant with Class A of CISPR 32. In a residential environment this
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Policy” section in this manual for details.
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Contents
Introduction 9
Related Publications .................................................................................................................................................9
Documentation Conventions ....................................................................................................................................9
Interface Elements .................................................................................................................................................9
User Entered Text .................................................................................................................................................9
Referenced Guides ................................................................................................................................................9
Menu Sequences ..................................................................................................................................................10
Important Instructions .........................................................................................................................................10
Contacting Technical Support ................................................................................................................................ 10
Before You Begin 11
DMX-8259-A and DMX-8259-B Overview ..........................................................................................................11
DMX-8259-C Overview ........................................................................................................................................11
Features ..................................................................................................................................................................11
Functional Block Diagrams ...................................................................................................................................12
User Interfaces .......................................................................................................................................................13
DashBoard Control System .................................................................................................................................13
Card-edge Controls ............................................................................................................................................. 13
SNMP Monitoring and Control ...........................................................................................................................13
Hardware Overview 15
Card Overview ....................................................................................................................................................... 15
Control and Monitoring Features ........................................................................................................................... 15
Status and Selection LEDs on the DMX-8259 ...................................................................................................... 16
Cabling for the DMX-8259-A ............................................................................................................................... 17
Cabling for the DMX-8259-B ................................................................................................................................18
Cabling for the DMX-8259-4C ..............................................................................................................................18
Cabling for the DMX-8259-8C ..............................................................................................................................19
Audio Cabling for the DMX-8259-B and DMX-8259-C ...................................................................................... 19
Physical Installation 21
Before You Begin ..................................................................................................................................................21
Static Discharge .................................................................................................................................................. 21
Unpacking ...........................................................................................................................................................21
Installing a Rear Module ........................................................................................................................................ 21
Installing the DMX-8259 ....................................................................................................................................22
Configuration 23
Reference Compatibility ........................................................................................................................................23
Frame Rate Compatibility ...................................................................................................................................23
Using DashBoard ...................................................................................................................................................23
Operation Notes .....................................................................................................................................................23
Audio Proc Amp Controls ................................................................................................................................... 24
Minimum Delay Overview .................................................................................................................................24
De-embedding Non-PCM Signals ......................................................................................................................24
HANC Processing ...............................................................................................................................................24
VANC Processing ...............................................................................................................................................25
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Software Upgrades 27
DashBoard Menus 29
Status Tabs .............................................................................................................................................................29
Signal Tab ............................................................................................................................................................29
Product Tab .........................................................................................................................................................30
Hardware Tab ......................................................................................................................................................30
Setup Tab ................................................................................................................................................................31
Input Status Tab .....................................................................................................................................................32
AES Outputs 1-8 Tabs ............................................................................................................................................33
Analog Outputs Tabs ..............................................................................................................................................34
Embedded Outputs Tab ..........................................................................................................................................34
VANC Processing Tab ...........................................................................................................................................35
Alarm Enables Tab .................................................................................................................................................35
Card-edge Menus 39
Navigating the Card-edge Menus ...........................................................................................................................39
Card-edge Menus ...................................................................................................................................................39
Menu Descriptions .................................................................................................................................................40
Specifications 43
DMX-8259-A Technical Specifications .................................................................................................................43
DMX-8259-B Technical Specifications .................................................................................................................44
DMX-8259-C Technical Specifications .................................................................................................................45
Channel Status Data Table .....................................................................................................................................46
Passing the Status Bytes ......................................................................................................................................47
Service Information 49
Troubleshooting Checklist .....................................................................................................................................49
Bootload Button ..................................................................................................................................................49
Warranty and Repair Policy ...................................................................................................................................49
Glossary 51
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Introduction
This guide covers the installation, configuration, and use of the DMX-8259 series cards. The following chapters are
included:
• “Introduction” summarizes the guide and provides important terms, and conventions.
•“Before You Begin”provides general information to keep in mind before installing and configuring your card.
•“Hardware Overview” provides a basic introduction to the hardware features including the cabling and
monitoring features of the rear module.
• “Physical Installation” provides instructions for the physical installation of the card and rear module, and an
overview of connecting input and output devices to the rear module.
• “Configuration” provides a general overview of the user controls available on the DMX-8259.
•“Software Upgrades” provides instructions for upgrading the software for your DMX-8259 using DashBoard.
•“DashBoard Menus” summarizes the DMX-8259 menus, items, and parameters available in DashBoard.
•“Card-edge Menus” summarizes the card-edge menu system of the DMX-8259 and how to navigate the menus
and options using the switches on the DMX-8259 card-edge.
•“Specifications” provides technical specification details on the DMX-8259.
•“Service Information”provides information on the warranty and repair policy for your card.
•“Glossary” provides a list of terms used throughout this guide.
Related Publications
It is recommended to consult the following Ross documentation before installing and configuring your DMX-8259
series card:
• DashBoard User Manual, Ross Part Number: 8351DR-004
• MFC-OG3-N and MFC-8322-S User Manual, Ross Part Number: 8322DR-004
• OG3-FR Series User Manual, Ross Part Number: 8322DR-005
• OGX-FR Series User Manual, Ross Part Number: 8322DR-204
Documentation Conventions
Special text formats are used in this guide to identify parts of the user interface, text that a user must enter, or a
sequence of menus and sub-menus that must be followed to reach a particular command.
Interface Elements
Bold text is used to identify a user interface element such as a dialog box, menu item, or button. For example:
In the Network tab, click
User Entered Text
Courier text is used to identify text that a user must enter. For example:
Apply.
In the Language box, enter
English.
Referenced Guides
Text set in bold and italic represent the titles of referenced guides, manuals, or documents. For example:
For more information, refer to the DashBoard User Manual.
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Menu Sequences
Menu arrows are used in procedures to identify a sequence of menu items that you must follow. For example, if a
step reads “File > Save As,” you would click the File menu and then click Save As.
Important Instructions
Star icons are used to identify important instructions or features. For example:
Contact your IT department before connecting to your facility network to ensure that there are no conflicts. They
will provide you with an appropriate value for the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway for your device.
Contacting Technical Support
At Ross Video, we take pride in the quality of our products, but if problems occur, help is as close as the nearest
telephone.
Our 24-hour Hot Line service ensures you have access to technical expertise around the clock. After-sales service
and technical support is provided directly by Ross Video personnel. During business hours (Eastern Time),
technical support personnel are available by telephone. After hours and on weekends, a direct emergency technical
support phone line is available. If the technical support person who is on call does not answer this line immediately,
a voice message can be left and the call will be returned shortly. This team of highly trained staff is available to
react to any problem and to do whatever is necessary to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Technical Support: (+1) 613-652-4886
• After Hours Emergency: (+1) 613-349-0006
• E-mail: [email protected]
• Web site: http://www.rossvideo.com
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Before You Begin
The DMX-8259 AES/EBU/Analog Audio De-Multiplexer is a high quality program audio de-multiplexer.Various
configuration options, including internally generated patterns and tones, are available for audio and video output
scenarios should a loss of input occur.
DMX-8259-A and DMX-8259-B Overview
The DMX-8259-A and DMX-8259-B AES/EBU Audio De-Multiplexers are capable of de-embedding up to 8
AES/EBU pairs (16 audio channels) from an HD/SD-SDI signal. Audio proc control on each channel allows for
audio processing with gain of +/-20dB, audio delay up to 1 second and channel invert. Each card supports full
channel assignment to the discrete outputs.
Note that the DMX-8259-A provides eight unbalanced 75ohm connections while the DMX-8259-B provides eight
balanced 110ohm connections.
DMX-8259-C Overview
The DMX-8259-C Analog Audio De-Multiplexer is capable of de-embedding up to either four or eight analog
audio channels from an HD/SD-SDI signal with one multi-rate SDI input. (DMX-8259-4C and DMX-8259-8C
respectively)
The DMX-8259-C includes audio proc control on each channel that allows for audio processing with gain of
+/-10dB, audio delay up to 1 second, and channel invert. The DMX-8259-C supports any channel assignment to the
discrete inputs and can re-map any of the existing embedded channels.
Features
The following features make the DMX-8259 the ideal solution for de-multiplexing audio sources from and
HD/SD-SDI signal:
• Supports HD-SD SDI SMPTE 292M (1.5Gbps), SMPTE 259M (270Mbps), and SMPTE 424M (3Gbps)
• Audio de-embedding for all popular formats 480i, 576i, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p (Level A)
• DMX-8259-A provides eight AES-3id 75ohm unbalanced outputs
• DMX-8259-B provides eight AES-3id 110ohm balanced outputs
• DMX-8259-4C provides four analog outputs
• DMX-8259-8C provides eight analog outputs
• DMX-8259-A and DMX-8259-B support de-embedding of non-PCM data such as Dolby® Digital and Dolby®
E
• Audio controls such as gain, invert, and delay
• Analog gain control done entirely in the analog domain
• Assign any embedded channel to any discrete audio output
• Ability to re-map channels in embedded video stream
• Ability to strip VANC data from specific or all lines of a video output
• Programmable video output on SDI input loss
• Silence output on loss of audio input
• Programmable silence detection and timeout thresholds
1
1
1. Not supported when the card is installed in the DFR-8310 series frames.
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• No audio breakout cable required
• Reports status and configuration remotely via the DashBoard
• Fits openGear frames
• Fully compliant with openGear specifications
• 5-year transferable warranty
Functional Block Diagrams
This section provides functional block diagrams that outline the workflow of the DMX-8259.
Figure 2.1 DMX-8259-A and DMX-8259-B — Simplified Block Diagram
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Figure 2.2 DMX-8259-C — Simplified Block Diagram
User Interfaces
The DMX-8259 includes the following interfaces for control and monitoring for your card.
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 openGear frame through the Network Controller Card. The
DashBoard software and user manual are available for download from our website.
For More Information on...
• the DMX-8259 menus in DashBoard, refer to the chapter “DashBoard Menus” on page 29.
• using DashBoard, refer to the DashBoard User Manual.
Card-edge Controls
The front-edge of the DMX-8259 features LED indicators for the power, signal status, and communication activity.
For More Information on...
• the card-edge LEDs, refer to the chapter “User Controls” on page 1.
SNMP Monitoring and Control
The Network Controller Card in the openGear frame can provide optional support for remote monitoring of your
frame and the using Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), which is compatible with many third-party
monitoring and control tools.
For More Information on...
• enabling SNMP Monitoring and Control for your frame, refer to the MFC-8300 Series User Manual.
• SNMP controls on the DMX-8259, refer to your DMX-8259 Management Information Base (MIB) file.
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Hardware Overview
Bootload Button
This chapter provides a general overview of the DMX-8259 components, supported rear modules, and cabling
designations.
Card Overview
This section provides a general overview of the DMX-8259 components. For information on the card-edge LEDs,
refer to the section “Control and Monitoring Features” on page 15.
Figure 3.1 DMX-8259 — Card-edge Components
Bootload Button (SW1)
SW1 is used for factory service in the unlikely event of a complete card failure. Do not press this button unless
instructed to do so by Ross Technical Support.
Function Selection Switch (SW2), not shown
On legacy DMX-8259 series cards,
functions and menu items. Refer to the chapter “Card-edge Menus” on page 39 for details.
Mode Select Switch (SW3), not shown
On legacy DMX-8259 series cards,
operational function mode menus. Refer to the chapter “Card-edge Menus” on page 39 for details.
For More Information on...
• the LEDs located on the card-edge, refer to the section “Status and Selection LEDs on the DMX-8259” on
page 16.
SW2 works in conjunction with the Mode Select Switch (SW3) to select general
SW3 is used to enable, disable, and select specific configuration within the
Control and Monitoring Features
This section outlines the card-edge LEDs for the DMX-8259. Refer to Figure 3.2.
Legacy DMX-8259 series cards will include a card-edge 4-character display and the SW2 and SW3 switches.
Refer to the chapter “Card-edge Menus” on page 39 for details on the card-edge menu system.
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OK/ERROR LED
VIDEO OK LED
REF OK LED
AES 1 OK LED
AES 2 OK LED
AES 3 OK LED
AES 4 OK LED
AES 5 OK LED
AES 6 OK LED
AES 7 OK LED
AES 8 OK LED
Bootload Button (SW1)
Figure 3.2 DMX-8259 Card-edge Controls
Status and Selection LEDs on the DMX-8259
The front-edge of the DMX-8259 has LED indicators for the power, video input status, and communication activity.
Basic LED displays and descriptions are provided in Ta bl e 3 .1 .
Table 3.1 LEDs on the DMX-8259
LED Color Display and Description
OK/ERROR
Green When lit green, this LED indicates that the card is functioning
normal and that no anomalies have been detected. The following
conditions must be satisfied:
• a valid input signal is present
• a valid reference signal is present when a reference is required,
and that the reference standard matches the input standard.
Flashing Green When flashing green, this LED indicates the bootloader is
waiting for a software upload.
Flashing Green
and Orange
When lit green with flashing orange, this LED indicates there is a
signal error such as a missing or invalid input or reference.
Orange When lit orange, this LED indicates the card is powering on.
Red When lit red, this LED indicates the card is not operational.
Off When off, this LED indicates there is no power to the card.
VIDEO OK
Green When lit, this LED indicates that the video input is valid.
Flashing Green When flashing, this LED indicates that video is present, but the
input format is unsupported.
Off When unlit, this LED indicates the absence of an input signal.
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Table 3.1 LEDs on the DMX-8259
LED Color Display and Description
REF OK
Green When lit green, this LED indicates a valid reference signal.
Flashing Green When flashing, this LED indicates that the reference signal is
present but the format is invalid.
Off When unlit, this LED indicates that a reference signal is not
present, or is not compatible with the input format.
AES 1 OK
Orange When lit, this LED indicates the presence of the embedded audio
Group 1 on the video input.
AES 2 OK
Orange When lit, this LED indicates the presence of the embedded audio
Group 2 on the video input.
AES 3 OK
Orange When lit, this LED indicates the presence of the embedded audio
Group 3 on the video input.
AES 4 OK
Orange When lit, this LED indicates the presence of the embedded audio
Group 4 on the video input.
AES 5 OK
AES 6 OK
AES 7 OK
AES 8 OK
This LED is not implemented.
This LED is not implemented.
This LED is not implemented.
This LED is not implemented.
Cabling for the DMX-8259-A
When installing the DMX-8259-A:
• DFR-8310 series frames — The 8310AR-030 Rear Module is required. The DMX-8259-A is also compatible
with the DFR-8310-BNC frame (with the cooling fan option installed). Each rear module occupies one slot and
accommodates one card. This rear module provides one SDI input, one SDI output, and eight AES unbalanced
outputs at 75ohm. (Figure 3.3)
• DFR-8320, OG3-FR, and OGX-FR series frames — The 8320AR-041 Rear Module is required. Each rear
module occupies two slots and accommodates one card. This rear module provides one SDI input, one SDI
output, and eight AES unbalanced outputs at 75ohm.(Figure 3.3)
Figure 3.3 Cable Connections for the DMX-8259-A
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Cabling for the DMX-8259-B
AES 1 Out AES 5 Out
AES 6 Out
AES 7 Out
AES 8 Out
AES 2 Out
AES 3 Out
AES 4 Out
When installing the DMX-8259-B:
• DFR-8310 series frames — The 8310AR-034 Rear Module is required. The DMX-8259-B is not compatible
with the DFR-8310-BNC frames. Each rear module occupies one slot and accommodates one card. This rear
module provides one SDI input, one SDI output, and eight balanced AES outputs at 110ohm. (Figure 3.4)
• DFR-8320, OG3-FR, and OGX-FR series frames — The 8320AR-034 Rear Module is required. Each rear
module occupies two slots and accommodates one card. This rear module and provides one SDI input, one SDI
output, and eight balanced AES outputs at 110ohm. (Figure 3.4)
Figure 3.4 Cable Connections for the DMX-8259-B
Cabling for the DMX-8259-4C
When installing the DMX-8259-4C:
• DFR-8310 series frames — The 8310AR-034 Rear Module is required. The DMX-8259-4C is not compatible
with the DFR-8310-BNC frame. Each rear module occupies one slot and accommodates one card. This rear
module provides one SDI Input, one SDI output, and four analog outputs. (Figure 3.5)
• DFR-8320, OG3-FR, and OGX-FR series frames — The 8320AR-034 Rear Module is required. Each rear
module occupies one slot and accommodates one card. This rear module provides one SDI Input, one SDI
output, and four analog outputs. (Figure 3.5)
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Figure 3.5 Cable Connections for the DMX-8259-4C
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Cabling for the DMX-8259-8C
When installing the DMX-8259-8C:
• DFR-8310 series frames — The 8310AR-034 Rear Module is required. The DMX-8259-8C is not compatible
with the DFR-8310-BNC frame. Each rear module occupies one slot and accommodates one card. This rear
module provides one SDI Input, one SDI output, and eight analog outputs. (Figure 3.6)
• DFR-8320, OG3-FR, and OGX-FR series frames — The 8320AR-034 Rear Module is required. Each rear
module occupies two slots and accommodates one card. This rear module provides one SDI Input, one SDI
output, and eight analog outputs. (Figure 3.6)
Figure 3.6 Cable Connections for the DMX-8259-8C
Audio Cabling for the DMX-8259-B and DMX-8259-C
The 8310AR-034 and 8320AR-034 Rear Modules provide 3-pin audio terminal blocks with removable connectors
for audio sources. Each connector has locations for the positive, negative, and grounded wires of a balanced audio
cable.
To cable the audio connections
1. Insert an audio wire to the designated polarity slot on the connector of the rear module.
2. Use a tweaker screwdriver to tighten the corresponding capture screw.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each wire on each connector.
4. Once the cables are wired to the connectors, install the connectors on the terminal blocks for the rear module.
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Physical Installation
Screw Hole
Module Seating Slots
This chapter 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 your application and the
frame you are using.
Before You Begin
Before proceeding with the instructions in this chapter, ensure that your openGear frame is properly installed
according to the instructions in its 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 DMX-8259 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.
Installing a Rear Module
If the Rear Module is already installed, proceed to the section “Installing the DMX-8259” on page 22.
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 DMX-8259 installation. If there is no Blank
Plate installed, proceed to the next step.
3. Install the bottom of the Rear Module in the Module Seating Slot at the base of the frame’s back plane.
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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.
6. Ensure proper frame cooling and ventilation by having all rear frame slots covered with Rear Modules or Blank
Plates.
Installing the DMX-8259
This section outlines how to install the DMX-8259 in an openGear frame. If the DMX-8259 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 DMX-8259 in an openGear frame
1. Locate the Rear Module you installed in the procedure “Installing a Rear Module” on page 21.
2. Hold the DMX-8259 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 is properly seated in the Rear Module.
4. Verify whether your Rear Module Label is self-adhesive by checking the back of the label for a thin wax sheet.
You must remove the wax sheet before affixing the label.
Caution — Do not populate Slot 10 in the DFR-8310 series frame with an DMX-8259-C. Attempting to
populate Slot 10 may damage the MFC-8300 series Frame Controller card, the DMX-8259-C, or both.
5. Affix the supplied Rear Module Label to the BNC area of the Rear Module.
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Configuration
This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on the DMX-8259.
Reference Compatibility
It is important to remember that if you are using Frame 1 or Frame 2 as the reference, the input video frame rate
must match the reference frame rate.
Frame Rate Compatibility
Refer to Ta bl e 5 .1 for frame rate compatibility.
Table 5.1 Output/Reference Compatibility
Reference
480i 59.94Hz
720p 59.94Hz
1080i 59.94Hz
576i 50Hz
720p 50Hz
1080i 50Hz
480i 59.94Hz 720p 59.94Hz 1080i 59.94Hz 1080p 59.94Hz 576i 50Hz 720p 50Hz 1080i 50Hz 1080p 50Hz
Output
Using DashBoard
Before proceeding, ensure that the DashBoard client software is installed on a computer connected to your facility
network. The DashBoard software and user manual area available from the Ross Video website.
For More Information on...
• installing DashBoard, refer to the DashBoard User Manual.
To launch DashBoard
1. Ensure that you are running DashBoard software version 8.2.0 or higher.
2. Launch DashBoard by double-clicking its icon on your desktop.
3. Ensure that the openGear frame with your DMX-8259 card(s) is displayed in the Tree View located on the
left-side of the DashBoard window.
It may take 30 seconds or more to update the Tree View. Consult the MFC-OG3 Series User Manual and
DashBoard User Manual should the Tree View not display the card.
To access a card in DashBoard
1. From the Tree View, expand the node for the openGear frame your cards are installed in. A list of cards
installed in the frame is now displayed. In the example below, a DMX-8259 is installed in slot 4 in Frame 6.
2. Double-click the node for a card to display its menus in the Device View of DashBoard (right-side of the
DashBoard window).
Operation Notes
This section provides brief notes when operating the DMX-8259.
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Audio Proc Amp Controls
The DMX-8259 includes Processing Amplifiers (Proc Amps) for the audio outputs on the card.
These features are not available when using the card-edge controls.
Proc Amp adjustments are applied in the following order:
1.
Delay — This option enables you to adjust the delay of the audio channel. If you have enabled the Delay Lock
feature, changing the delay value for one channel automatically changes the value for the other channel.
2.
Gain — This option allows you to adjust the gain by +/- 20dB in 1dB increments. If you have enabled the Gain
Lock feature, changing the gain value for one channel automatically changes the value for the other channel.
Note that when using a DMX-8259-C, you can adjust the gain by +/- 10dB.
3.
Invert — This option enables you to invert the polarity of the audio signal for the selected channel.
Minimum Delay Overview
The line buffer stores incoming video in relation to the incoming video clock timing. The video data is then read out
in relation to the reference timing. This allows the input video to be switched between sources that may not be
perfectly timed without timing glitches. Video source timing must remain within the buffer window to properly
switch between sources. Tab le 5. 2 provides information on the buffer window available depending on how the
Minimum Delay feature is configured in DashBoard.
Table 5.2 Minimum Delay
If the option is... Format Minimum Delay Maximum Delay
SD 1/4 line 1/2 line
Disabled
Enabled
HD 1/4 line 1/2 line
3G 1/4 line 1/2 line
SD 1/8 line 1/4 line
HD 1/16 line 1/8 line
3G 1/16 line 1/8 line
De-embedding Non-PCM Signals
This section is applicable to the DMX-8259-A and DMX-8259-B. Note that when de-embedding non-PCM signals,
channel pairs must be kept together.
To configure the card to de-embed non-PCM signals
1. Launch DashBoard on your computer and display the Device View for the card you wish to configure.
2. Select the AES Outputs tab for the output channel you wish to configure.
3. Set the Channel Gain to
4. Clear the applicable Ch Invert checkbox to disable inverting on the channel.
0.
HANC Processing
SMPTE 291M formatted ancillary packets, such as SMPTE 12M-2 (timecode), that are found in the Luma portion
(Y stream) of the HANC in an HD video signal (other than audio related packets) will be passed from input to
output.
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VANC Processing
The VANC Processing tab in DashBoard provides options for replacing the full active portion of selected lines of
video with black.
The VANC Processing tab is divided into separate sub-tabs for each format (1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576i, and 480i) to
provide selection of the lines. This enables you to individually select any combination of lines, from line 1 up to the
third line after the VI for the current video format. For interlaced formats, the lines in the two fields are separately
configured. Tab le 5 .3 lists the allowable line selections based on format.
Table 5.3 VANC Processing — Line Selection
Format Field 1 Lines Field 2 Lines
1080p 1-44 -
1080i 1-23 562-586
720p 1-28 -
576i 1-25 313-338
480i 1-23 264-285
To delete the VANC components in a line
1. Display the Device View in DashBoard for the DMX-8259 you wish to configure.
2. Select the VANC Processing tab.
3. Select the sub-tab, located at the bottom of the VANC Processing tab, for the applicable video format.
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Software Upgrades
This chapter provides instructions for upgrading the software for your DMX-8259 using the DashBoard Control
System.
To upload software to the DMX-8259
1. Contact Ross Technical Support for the latest software version file.
2. In DashBoard, display the Device tab of the DMX-8259 by double-clicking its status indicator in the Basic
Tre e Vi e w.
3. From the Device tab, click
4. Navigate to the *.bin upload file you wish to upload. DashBoard automatically selects the last directory that
you loaded from.
5. Click
6. From the Confirmation dialog box, select one of the following:
Open to display a confirmation dialog box. This dialog box displays the selected upload file name, type,
size, and the file creation date.
•
Cancel — Select this option to cancel the upload of the file and return to the Device View.
•
Continue — Select this option to upload the file. While uploading, an Uploading Progress dialog opens.
Upload to display the Select File for upload dialog box.
Notice — Clicking the Cancel button while uploading will leave the card in an invalid state. Do not click
Cancel unless the uploading progress has stopped completely for 60 seconds or more.
7. Monitor the upgrade progress bar displayed in DashBoard while the software is upgraded on your DMX-8259.
8. To complete the upgrade process, you must reboot the card as follows:
• From the Device tab, click
Reboot to reboot DMX-8259. The reboot process takes up to 30 seconds.
The communications processor of the MUX-8258 requires approximately 30 seconds to re-start and re-establish
network communications.
• The DMX-8259 automatically saves all your settings before starting the reboot process.
• The status of all the cards in the frame are grayed out until the reboot process is complete.
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DashBoard Menus
This chapter briefly summarizes the menus, items, and parameters available in the DashBoard Control System for
the DMX-8259. Parameters marked with an asterisk (*) are the factory default values.
Wait 30 seconds after the last setting change to ensure all changes are saved to the non-volatile memory of the
card.
Status Tabs
This section summarizes the read-only information displayed in the Status tabs. The fields in the Status tabs vary in
severity from green (valid), yellow (caution), to red (alarm). DashBoard reports the most severe alarm for a single
field.
Signal Tab
Tab le 2 .1 summarizes the read-only information displayed in the Signal tab.
Table 2.1 Status Tab Items
Item Parameters Description
Signal Status OK Indicates when the card is functioning normally or if
Invalid Format
anomalies are detected
Incompatible
Non-Sync Video
Group Not Present
Group Channel
Silent
Audio Status OK Indicates the status of the audio source
Source Missing
Source Async
PCM-Silent
Group 4 reduced to
a
20bit
Reference Status OK Indicates that a valid reference source is present
No Ref - Video The following conditions are occurring:
• Card reference is set to Frame 1 or Frame 2
• A valid reference signal is not present
• Card has gone to Video Timing Mode
No Ref - Free Run The following conditions are occurring:
• Card reference is set to Frame 1 or Frame 2
• A valid reference signal is not present
• A valid video signal is not present
• Card has gone to Free Run Mode
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Table 2.1 Status Tab Items
Item Parameters Description
Reference Status Invalid Format -
Video
Card has detected an invalid
b
reference format and has
switched to Video Timing Mode
Invalid Format Free Run
The following conditions are occurring:
• Card has detected an invalid
c
reference format
• Input video is missing or invalid
• Card has switched to Free Run Mode
Input Format # Indicates the input video format
Reference Format # Indicates the reference video format
Output Format # Indicates the output video format
Embedded Audio
Status - Group #
PCM Indicates the presence of output
No Input
PCM-Silent
Non-PCM
Async
Mixed
a. This parameter indicates that there are more than 3 groups of 24bit SD embedded audio sources.
b. Refer to the section “Reference Compatibility” on page 5 for a complete list of supported formats.
Product Tab
Tab le 2 .2 summarizes the Product tab fields available in DashBoard for the DMX-8259.
Table 2.2 Product Tab Items
Item Parameters Description
Product DMX-8259-#
Supplier Ross Video Ltd.
Board Rev ## Indicates the board version
Rear Module # Type of rear module in the slot
Board S/N ###### Indicates the board serial number
Software Rev ##.## Indicates the software version
Firmware Rev #.### Indicates the firmware version
a
Daughter Card Type
a. This field is not available when using an DMX-8259-A.
## Indicates if a daughter card is installed
Hardware Tab
Tab le 2 .3 summarizes the Hardware tab fields available in DashBoard for the DMX-8259.
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Table 2.3 Hardware Tab Items
Item Parameters Description
HW Status OK Indicates the status of the hardware. Some messages
FPGA load invalid
Incomp I/O
module
Current out of spec
Internal Error
Voltage (mV) # Supply Voltage
Current (mA) # Current consumption of card
CPU Headroom # Processing power available
RAM Available #/## On-board processing memory available
Uptime (h) Reports the number of hours since the last reboot of the
Configuration Bank # Storage count
displayed are dependent on the settings in the Alarms
Enable tab.
card
Setup Tab
Tab le 2 .4 summarizes the Setup options available in DashBoard for the DMX-8259.
Table 2.4 Setup Menu Items
Item Parameters Description
Reference Frame 1* Selects the reference source
Frame 2
Vid eo
Minimum Delay Selected Provides the shortest video delay through the card.
• When using SD, the delay is 7us.
• When using HD, the delay is 1.5us.
Cleared* The total video delay through the card will be the values
above plus half a video line
Loss of Input Black Configures the output in the event of a loss of video
Blue
Custom* Sets the output to a custom color in the event of a loss
Y slider Sets the luminance component of the Loss of Input
input
of video input. Use the Y, Cr, and Cb sliders to
configure the color
and/or Test Pattern Custom video signal
Cr slider Sets the Cr component of the Loss of Input and/or Test
Pattern Custom video signal
Cb slider Sets the Cb component of the Loss of Input and/or Test
Pattern Custom video signal
Test Pattern
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None* Disables the test pattern feature
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Table 2.4 Setup Menu Items
Item Parameters Description
Test Pattern Black Specifies the type of test pattern to output. This setting
Blue
Custom Color
is not retained on power down. Note that the test pattern
replaces all of output picture but not the HANC, while
the VANC is blanked.
75% Color Bars
100% Color Bars
75% SMPTE Bars
Matrix
Pathological
Luma Ramp
Y/C Ramp
SD Audio 20 Bit* Embeds 20bit audio
24 Bit Embeds 24bit audio
Auto Embeds 20-24bit audio depending on the source and
number of bits
Silence Threshold (dB) -96 to 0 Audio at the specified threshold value is considered
silent
Silence Timeout (sec) 1 to 60 Audio silent for longer than the specified value raises
an alarm
Analog Output
Input # - De-Emphasis
Off* Analog de-emphasis is always disabled
b
On Analog de-emphasis is always enabled
Auto Analog de-emphasis is enabled depending on the
channel status emphasis bits
Edit Permission Unlocked All menu options are unlocked and can be edited
Locked All menu items, except this one, are locked and
read-only
All Audio Reset Resets the parameters in the Embedded Audio Outputs
tab to factory defaults
Factory Defaults Reset Resets all parameters to factory defaults
a. This setting is not retained on power down.
b. Only available when using a DMX-8259-C.
Input Status Tab
Tab le 2 .5 summarizes the Input Status options available in DashBoard for the DMX-8259.
Table 2.5 Input Status Menu Items
Item Parameters Description
Video Input & Embed
Input Format
# Displays the format of the video input
(Read-only)
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Table 2.5 Input Status Menu Items
Item Parameters Description
CRC Errors
(Read-only)
# Displays the count of the CRC errors on
the video input. This 14bit counter is reset
on loss of video, or by user request. The
counter is non-latching, and will roll over
from maximum count to zero.
• For SD formats, it displays both active
picture and full frame errors.
• For HD formats, it displays the total
count of errors.
Error Count Reset Resets the CRC Errors field
Embedded Audio - Group # Channel #
Channel #
(Read-only)
PCM Displays the status of the Channel A input
No Input
PCM-Silent
Non-PCM
Async
Mixed
Word L eng th
#bit Displays the number of audio bits
(Read-only)
AES Outputs 1-8 Tabs
Tab le 2 .6 summarizes the AES Outputs 1-4 and AES Outputs 5-8 options available in DashBoard for the
DMX-8259-A and DMX-8259-B.
Table 2.6 AES Outputs Menu Items
Item Parameters Description
AES #
Ch # Source Mute Selects the source of the specified AES output
Group # Ch #
#Hz
#kHz
Ch # Delay (ms) 0* to 1000 Adjusts the delay of the specified audio channel
Delay Lock Selected Locks the Delay slider of both channels together. If the
values for the two channels are different, that change is
maintained when the channels are locked.
Cleared* The Delay slider is unlocked
Ch # Gain (dB)
-20 to +20
a
Adjusts the gain of the specified audio channel
Gain Lock Selected* Locks the Gain slider of both channels together. If the
values for the two channels are different, that change is
maintained when the channels are locked.
Cleared The Gain slider is unlocked
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Table 2.6 AES Outputs Menu Items
Item Parameters Description
Ch # Invert Selected Inverts the audio signal of the specified channel
Cleared* The audio signal is not inverted
Output Reset Resets the parameters for the selected output to the
default values
Outputs #-# Reset Resets the indicated output parameters to the default
values
a. The default value is 0.
Analog Outputs Tabs
Tab le 2 .7 summarizes the Analog Outputs options available in DashBoard for the DMX-8259-4C and
DMX-8259-8C.
Table 2.7 Analog Outputs Menu Items
Item Parameters Description
Output #
Source Mute Selects the source of the analog output.
Group # Channel #
#Hz
#kHz
Delay (ms) 0* to 1000 Adjusts the delay of the audio channel
Gain (dB)
-10 to +10
a
Adjusts the gain of the audio channel
Invert Selected Inverts the audio signal of the channel
Cleared* The audio signal is not inverted
Output Reset Resets the parameters for the selected input to the
default values
a. The default value is 0.
Embedded Outputs Tab
Tab le 2 .8 summarizes the Embedded Outputs options available in DashBoard.
Table 2.8 Embedded Outputs Menu Items
Item Parameters Description
Group #
Enable Selected* Determines if the group is inserted in the output or not.
Cleared
Ch # Source Mute Configures the Primary Source that is inserted in to the
Group# Ch#
embedded group if present.
#kHz Tone
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Table 2.8 Embedded Outputs Menu Items
Item Parameters Description
Group # Reset Resets the specific group sources to the default values
All Groups Reset Resets all groups to the default values
VANC Processing Tab
Tab le 2 .9 summarizes the VANC Processing options available in DashBoard.
Table 2.9 VANC Processing Menu Items
Item Parameters Description
480i, 576i, 1080i
Line
Field # Pass* VANC components are passed unmodified to the card
720p, 1080p
Line
a
#
Indicates the specific line the VANC components will
be deleted from
output
Strip VANC components are deleted from the card output
a
#
Indicates the specific line the VANC components will
be deleted from
Option Pass* VANC components are passed unmodified to the card
output
Strip VANC components are deleted from the card output
All Lines Pass All VANC components are passed unmodified to the
card output
Strip All VANC components are deleted from the card output
a. The range is dependent on the format.
Alarm Enables Tab
Tab le 2 .1 0 summarizes the Alarm Enables options available in DashBoard for the DMX-8259.
Table 2.10 Alarms Menu Items
Item Parameters Description
Video Input & Reference Alarm
No Input Selected* Signal Status field reports loss of input.
Cleared Disables the alarm
Invalid Input Selected* Input Format field reports when the input video is a
format that is not accepted
Cleared Disables the alarm
Incompatible Input Selected* Input Format field reports when the frame rate is not the
same as the reference input
Cleared Disables the alarm
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Table 2.10 Alarms Menu Items
Item Parameters Description
Non-Sync Input Selected* Signal Status field reports if the video input is
asynchronous to the reference
Cleared Disables the alarm
No Reference Selected* Reference Status field reports loss of input conditions
Cleared Disables the alarm
Invalid Reference Selected* Reference Format field reports when the reference is a
format that is not acceptable
Cleared Disables the alarm
Hardware
Incompat Rear Module Selected* HW Status field reports when the rear module is not
compatible with the card
Cleared Disables the alarm
Incompat Daughter
Card
Selected* HW Status field reports when the daughter card is not
compatible with the board
Cleared Disables the alarm
Embedded Input Audio - Group #
Group not present Selected* Signal Status field reports when a group is not present
on the input
Cleared Disables the alarm
Channel # Silent Selected* Signal Status field reports when the specified channel is
detected as silent
Cleared Disables the alarm
AES Outputs - AES # (DMX-8259-A, DMX-8259-B)
Source Missing Selected Audio Status field reports when the source is not
detected
Cleared Disables the alarm
Source Async Selected Audio Status field reports when the selected output
source is asynchronous to the input video
Cleared Disables the alarm
Analog Outputs - Output # (DMX-8259-C)
Source Missing Selected* Audio Status field reports when the selected output is
not present or is silent
Cleared Disables the alarm
Source Async Selected* Audio Status field reports when the selected output is
asynchronous to the input video
Cleared Disables the alarm
Embedded Outputs - Group #
Source Missing Selected* Embedded Audio Status field reports when the selected
source is not present or is silent
Cleared Disables the alarm
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Table 2.10 Alarms Menu Items
Item Parameters Description
Source Async Selected* Embedded Audio Status field reports when the selected
source is asynchronous to the input video
Cleared Disables the alarm
SD 24Bit Selected* Audio Status field reports when the selected
configuration would embed 4 groups of 24bit audio in
an SD output. Group 4 is down-sampled to 20bit audio
Cleared Disables the alarm
All Alarms Set Enables all alarms
All Alarms Clear Disables all alarms
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Card-edge Menus
This section summarizes the Card-edge Menu system of the DMX-8259 and how to navigate the menus and options
using the
This chapter only applies to legacy DMX-8259 series cards with the card-edge 4-character display and the SW2
Navigating the Card-edge Menus
Use the following procedure to navigate the card-edge menus of the DMX-8259:
SW2 and SW3 switches on the DMX-8259 card-edge.
SW3 switches.
and
1. Locate
2. Rotate
3. Toggle
SW2 and SW3 on the DMX-8259 card-edge. Refer to Figure 3.2 on on page 3 for locations.
SW2 to the required menu.
SW3 to select the required parameter.
Do not power down the card before ensuring that all edited parameters are saved. Saving edited parameters can
take up to 10 seconds.
Card-edge Menus
Tab le 3 .1 lists all the menus, and menu items, available using the card-edge controls. To activate some of these
parameters, it may be necessary to toggle
direction for a few seconds. Default values are indicated with an asterisk (*). Refer to the section “Menu
Descriptions” on page 40 for a brief summary of the menus available on the card-edge.
Table 3.1 Card-edge Menus and Items
Menu
Select
Card-Edge Menu Label Menu Name
0
DMX-8259-X slot # Home
1
Fact Def Factory Default n/a Factory Default
2
Ref Src Reference Source Fr 1* Frame 1 Reference
SW3 in either direction, or it may require that SW3 be held in either
Card-Edge
Item Label
Fr 2 Frame 2 Reference
Vid Vide o
Item Name
3
LOI Loss of Input Black
Blue
Custom*
4
Test Patt Test Pattern None*
75% SMPTE Bars
YC Ramp Y/C Ramp
L Ramp Luma Ramp
Matr Path Matrix Pathological
Blue Flat Field Blue
Black Flat Field Black
100% 100% Full Field Bars
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Menu
Select
5
6
7
8
9
Table 3.1 Card-edge Menus and Items
Card-Edge Menu Label Menu Name
Card-Edge
Item Label
Grp Sel Group Select Grp 1 Group 1
Grp 2 Group 2
Grp 3 Group 3
Grp 4 Group 4
Grp Enbl Group Enable Enabled*
Disabled
Ch1 Src Channel 1 Source Mute
T4k 4kHz Tone
T2k 2kHz Tone
T1k 1kHz Tone
T.5k 500Hz Tone
G1C1 - G4C4 Group 1, Channel 1 to
Group 4, Channel 4
Ch2 Src Channel 2 Source Same as above
Ch3 Src Channel 3 Source Same as above
Item Name
A
Ch4 Src Channel 4 Source Same as above
B
AES Sel (DMX-8259-A,
AES Output Select AES1*- AES8 AES 1 to AES 8
DMX-8259-B)
Alg Sel (DMX-8259-4C) Analog Channel Select 1-4 Alg1 - Alg4 Analog 1 to Analog 4
Alg Sel (DMX-8259-8C) Analog Channel Select 1-8 Alg1 - Alg8 Analog 1 to Analog 8
C
ChA Src (DMX-8259-A,
DMX-8259-B)
Channel A Source G1C1 - G4C4 Group 1, Channel 1 to
Group 4, Channel 4
Source (DMX-8259-4C) Analog Source G1C1 - G4C4 Group 1, Channel 1 to
Group 4, Channel 4
Source (DMX-8259-8C) Analog Source G1C1 - G4C4 Group 1, Channel 1 to
Group 4, Channel 4
D
ChB Src (DMX-8259-A,
DMX-8259-B)
Channel B Source G1C1 - G4C4 Group 1, Channel 1 to
Group 4, Channel 4
Menu Descriptions
This section briefly summarizes the menu parameters available in the card-edge display of the DMX-8259.
0 — Home
This read-only menu displays the product name and the slot the card is installed in the frame.
1 — Factory Defaults
This function enables you to return all controls to their factory default values. Use the following procedure to reset
the card parameters to factory default values using the card-edge controls:
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1. Rotate SW2 to 1. The Four Character Display displays “Fact Def”.
2. Toggle
3. Release
SW3 down and hold for 3 seconds.
SW3.
2 — Reference Source
This menu enables you to select where the card will look for a reference. The choices are Frame Reference 1 (Fr 1),
Frame Reference 2 (Fr 2), and Video (Vid). Refer to the section “Frame Rate Compatibility” on page 23 for a list
of support reference formats.
3 — Loss of Input
Use this menu to select what type of video displays at the system’s outputs when the input video signal is lost or
invalid.
4 — Test Pattern
This menu enables you to specify the type of test pattern to output. Note that this setting is not retained on power
down.
5 — Group Select
This menu enables you to select the embedded group before assigning sources to the channels, enabling the group,
and selecting backup sources. This menu is used in conjunction with Menus 6 to E.
6 — Group Enable
Use this menu to determine if the selected group is embedded in the output or not.
7, 8, 9, A — Channel # Source
Use Menus 7 to A to configure the source that is inserted into the embedded group if present. These menus are used
in conjunction with Menu 5 (Group Select). The following are the default values based on the group selected:
• Group 1 — When Menu 5 is set to Grp1, the default value of Menu 7 is G1C1.
• Group 2 — When Menu 5 is set to Grp 2, the default value of Menu 8 is G2C2.
• Group 3 — When Menu 5 is set to Grp 3, the default value of Menu 9 is G3C3.
• Group 4 — When Menu 5 is set to Grp 4, the default value of Menu A is G4C4.
B — AES Select
Use Menu B to specify an AES output to configure on the DMX-8259-A or DMX-8259-B. This menu is also used
to identify an analog channel to configure for the DMX-8259-C. This menu is used in conjunction with Menus C
(Channel A Source) and D (Channel B Source). The default value is 1.
C — Channel A Source
Use Menu C to select the Channel A source for a specific AES output (DMX-8259-A or DMX-8259-B) or the
analog channel output (DMX-8259-C). This menu is used in conjunction with Menu B.
The following are the DMX-8259-A or DMX-8259-B default values based on the AES source selected:
• When Menu B is set to AES1, the default value of Menu C is G1C1.
• When Menu B is set to AES2, the default value of Menu C is G1C3.
• When Menu B is set to AES3, the default value of Menu C is G2C1.
• When Menu B is set to AES4, the default value of Menu C is G2C3.
• When Menu B is set to AES5, the default value of Menu C is G3C1.
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• When Menu B is set to AES6, the default value of Menu C is G3C3.
• When Menu B is set to AES7, the default value of Menu C is G4C1.
• When Menu B is set to AES8, the default value of Menu C is G4C3.
The following are the DMX-8259-C default values based on the analog channel source selected:
• When Menu B is set to 1, the default value of Menu C is G1C1.
• When Menu B is set to 2, the default value of Menu C is G1C2.
• When Menu B is set to 3, the default value of Menu C is G1C3.
• When Menu B is set to 4, the default value of Menu C is G1C4.
• When Menu B is set to 5, the default value of Menu C is G2C1. (DMX-8259-8C only)
• When Menu B is set to 6, the default value of Menu C is G2C2. (DMX-8259-8C only)
• When Menu B is set to 7, the default value of Menu C is G2C3. (DMX-8259-8C only)
• When Menu B is set to 8, the default value of Menu C is G2C4. (DMX-8259-8C only)
D — Channel B Source (DMX-8259-A, DMX-8259-B only)
Use Menu D to select the Channel B source for a specific AES output. This menu is used in conjunction with Menu
B (AES Select). The following are the default values based on the AES selected:
• When Menu B is set to AES1, the default value of Menu D is G1C2.
• When Menu B is set to AES2, the default value of Menu D is G1C4.
• When Menu B is set to AES3, the default value of Menu D is G2C2.
• When Menu B is set to AES4, the default value of Menu D is G2C4.
• When Menu B is set to AES5, the default value of Menu D is G3C2.
• When Menu B is set to AES6, the default value of Menu D is G3C4.
• When Menu B is set to AES7, the default value of Menu D is G4C2.
• When Menu B is set to AES8, the default value of Menu D is G4C4.
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Specifications
This chapter provides technical specification details on the DMX-8259. Note that specifications are subject to
change without notice.
DMX-8259-A Technical Specifications
This section includes the technical specifications for the DMX-8259-A.
Table 4.1 DMX-8259-A Technical Specifications
Category Parameter Specification
SDI Input
Number of Inputs 1 HD-SDI
SDI Data Rates and SMPTE
Standards Accommodated
Impedance 75ohm
Return Loss >15dB to 1.5GHz
SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 424M
>15dB to 3.00GHz
a
SDI Output
Equalization (Belden 1694A
cable)
Connector Type BNC
Number of Outputs 1
SDI Data Rates and SMPTE
Standards Accommodated
Impedance 75ohm
Return Loss >15dB to 1.5GHz
Signal Level 800mV, +/- 10%
DC Offset <50mV
Rise and Fall Time (20-80%) SD: 600ps typical
Overshoot <10%
Minimum Video Delay SD: 7us
SD: < 450m (1476ft)
HD: < 170m (558ft)
3G: < 100m (328ft)
SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 424M
>8dB to 3.0GHz
HD: 120ps typical
3G: 130ps typical
HD: 2.2us
3G: 1.1us
a
Connector Type BNC
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Table 4.1 DMX-8259-A Technical Specifications
Category Parameter Specification
AES Outputs
Number of Outputs 8
AES Standards Accommodated AES-3id-2001
Impedance 75ohm
Output Level 1V p-p
Sampling Rate 48kHz
Connector Type BNC
Environmental
Power
a. Not supported when using the DFR-8310 series frames.
Operating Range 5°C to 40°C ambient
Total Power Consumption 7W
DMX-8259-B Technical Specifications
This section includes the technical specifications for the DMX-8259-B.
Table 4.2 DMX-8259-B Technical Specifications
Category Parameter Specification
SDI Input
Number of Inputs 1 HD-SDI
SDI Data Rates and SMPTE
SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 424M
Standards Accommodated
Impedance 75ohm
Return Loss >15dB to 1.5GHz
>10dB to 3.0GHz
Equalization (Belden 1694A
cable)
SD: < 450m (1476ft)
HD: < 170m (558ft)
3G: < 100m (328ft)
Connector Type BNC
a
SDI Output
Number of Outputs 1 HD-SDI
SDI Data Rates and SMPTE
SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 424M
a
Standards Accommodated
Impedance 75ohm
Return Loss >15dB to 1.5GHz
>10dB to 3.0GHz
Signal Level 800mV, +/- 10%
DC Offset <50mV
Rise and Fall Time (20-80%) SD: 600ps typical
HD: 120ps typical
3G: 130ps typical
Overshoot <10%
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Table 4.2 DMX-8259-B Technical Specifications
Category Parameter Specification
SDI Output
Minimum Video Delay SD: 7us
HD: 2.2us
3G: 1.1us
Connector Type BNC
AES Outputs
Number of Outputs 8
SDI Data Rates and SMPTE
Standards Accommodated
Impedance 110ohm
Minimum Input 100mV
Maximum Input 10Vp-p
Minimum Audio Delay 2.3ms (SRC enabled)
Sampling Rate up to 96KHz
Equalization >450m of Belden 1492 cable
Return Loss >26dB 100KHz to 6MHz
Output Amplitude 4Vp-p
Rise and Fall Times 30ns
Jitter 4.5mUI
Connector Type WECO™
Environmental
Power
a. Not supported when using the DFR-8310 series frames.
Operating Range 5°C to 40°C ambient
Total Power Consumption 12W
AES-3id-2001
DMX-8259-C Technical Specifications
This section includes the technical specifications for the DMX-8259-4C and DMX-8259-8C.
Table 4.3 DMX-8259-4C and DMX-8259-8C Technical Specifications
Category Parameter Specification
SDI Input
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Number of Inputs 1
SDI Data Rates and SMPTE
SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 424M
Standards Accommodated
Impedance 75ohm
Return Loss >15dB to 1.5GHz
>10dB to 3.0GHz
Equalization (Belden 1694A
cable)
SD: < 450m (1476ft)
HD: < 170m (558ft)
3G: < 100m (328ft)
Connector Type BNC
a
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Table 4.3 DMX-8259-4C and DMX-8259-8C Technical Specifications
Category Parameter Specification
SDI Output
Number of Outputs 1
SDI Data Rates and SMPTE
SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 424M
Standards Accommodated
Impedance 75ohm
Return Loss >15dB to 1.5GHz
>10dB to 3.0GHz
Signal Level 800mV, +/- 10%
DC Offset <50mV
a
Analog Audio
Outputs
Environmental
Rise and Fall Time
(20-80%)
SD: 600ps typical
HD: 120ps typical
3G: 130ps typical
Overshoot <10%
Minimum Video Delay SD: 7us
HD: 2.2us
3G: 1.1us
Connector Type BNC
Number of Outputs DMX-8259-4C: 4 outputs
DMX-8259-8C: 8 outputs
Maximum Output Level + 27dBu
Frequency Response ± 0.07dB 20Hz to 20kHz @ Fs = 48kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio -90dB
THD > -76dB
Amplitude Linearity < 0.5dB @ -100dBFS
Crosstalk <-80dB (20Hz to 20kHz)
Operating Range 5°C to 40°C ambient
Power
Total Power Consumption DMX-8259-4C: 8W
DMX-8259-8C: 9W
a. Not supported when using the DFR-8310 series frames.
Channel Status Data Table
The following table shows the channel status bit information that is used for all output audio.
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Table 4.4 Channel Status Data
Byte Bit Function Transmitted
0
Professional or Consumer use of Channel
0
Status Block
Professional (1)
1 Normal Audio or Non-Audio Mode Normal Audio (0)
2-4 Emphasis No Emphasis (100)
5 Lock Indication Locked (0)
6-7 Sampling Rate 48kHz (01)
1
2
3
4
5
6-9
10-13
14-17
18-21
22
0-3 Channel Mode 2 channel stereo (0001)
4-7 User Bit Mode 192-bit (0001)
0-2 Auxiliary Bit Usage 20-bit audio sample, Aux bits undefined (000)
3-5 Sample Word Length 20- or 24-bits (101)
6-7 Alignment Level Not Indicated (00)
0-7 Multi-channel Modes Undefined (0)
0-1 Digital Audio Reference Signal Not a Reference (0)
2 Reserved 0
3-6 Sampling Frequency Not Indicated (0000)
7 Sampling Frequency Scaling Flag No Scaling (0)
0-7 Reserved Unused (0)
ASCII Source ID Unused (0)
ASCII Destination ID Unused (0)
Local Sample Address Unused (0)
Time of Day Unused (0)
0-7
C data reliability Only the first 5 Status Bytes are marked as Reliable.
All other Status Bytes are marked as Unreliable.
23
0-7 CRC Calculated CRC
Passing the Status Bytes
The DMX-8259 replaces Channel Status Bytes according to Tab le 4 .4 or passes Status Bytes through from input to
output. In order for the Channel Status Bytes on the incoming embedded stream to be re-embedded, the outgoing
Data Word Length must match the specified word length in the Channel Status bits.
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Service Information
Troubleshooting Checklist
Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required. In the event of problems with your DMX-8259, 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 “Contacting Technical Support” on page 10.
1. Visual Review — Performing a quick visual check may reveal many problems, such as connectors not
properly seated or loose cables. Check the card, the frame, and any associated peripheral equipment for signs of
trouble.
2. Power Check — Check the power indicator LED on the distribution frame front panel for the presence of
power. If the power LED is not illuminated, verify that the power cable is connected to a power source and that
power is available at the power main. Confirm that the power supplies are fully seated in their slots. If the
power LED is still not illuminated, replace the power supply with one that is verified to work.
3. Input Signal Status — Verify that source equipment is operating correctly and that a valid signal is being
supplied.
4. Output Signal Path — Verify that destination equipment is operating correctly and receiving a valid signal.
5. Unit Exchange — Exchanging a suspect unit with a unit that is known to be working correctly is an efficient
method for localizing problems to individual units.
Bootload Button
In the unlikely event of a complete card failure, you may be instructed by a Ross Technical Support specialist to
perform a complete software reload on the DMX-8259.
To reload the software on a DMX-8259
1. Eject the card from the frame.
2. Press and hold the
3. Release the button.
• The OK/ERROR LED flashes green while the card is waiting for a new software load.
• If a new software load is not sent to the card within 60 seconds, the card will attempt to restart with its last
operational software load.
• Software loads can be sent to the DMX-8259 via the ethernet connection on the rear of the frame.
Bootload button, while re-inserting the card into the frame.
Warranty and Repair Policy
The DMX-8259 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
DMX-8259 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 DMX-8259 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.
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This DMX-8259 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 DMX-8259 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 DMX-8259, 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 DMX-8259. 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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Glossary
The following terms are used throughout this guide:
Active image — the portion of the video picture area (production aperture) that is being utilized for output content.
Active image excludes letterbox bars and pillar-box bars.
Auto Select Key — a key in which two video signals are required to insert the key. The Key Alpha is used to cut
the hole in the video, and the Key Video is used to fill that hole.
Card — refers to all DMX-8259 models unless otherwise noted.
DashBoard — the DashBoard Control System.
DMX-8259 series — refers to all models unless otherwise noted.
DTVCC captions — CEA-708 captions.
Frame — the openGear frame that houses the DMX-8259 unless otherwise noted.
MIB — management information base.
Network Controller Card — the MFC-OG3-N and any available options unless otherwise noted.
NTSC captions — the CEA-608-D: Line 21 Data Services captions.
openGear Frame — refers to the OG3-FR series and OGX-FR series frames unless otherwise noted.
PAL — PAL-B and PAL-G unless otherwise noted.
Production aperture — the image lattice that represents the maximum possible image extent in a given standard
(e.g. the full size of all active pixels and active lines). For example, the 1080i production aperture would be
1920x1080.
System— the mix of interconnected production and terminal equipment in your environment.
UDP — User Datagram Protocol.
User — the person who uses the DMX-8259.
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