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IQFDA31

Dual Channel 3G/HD/SD-SDI Re-clocking Distribution Amplifier with Fiber I/O

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IQFDA31 Information and Notices

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IQFDA31 Contents

Contents

Information and Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

1.1 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

1.2 Block Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

1.3 Feature Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

1.4 Order Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

1.5 Rear Panel View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

1.6 Enclosures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

1.6.1 B-style Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

1.6.2 A-style Enclosures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

2 Technical Specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

3 Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3.1 SDI Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3.2 SDI Outputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3.3 SFP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

4 Card Edge LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

5 Operation Using the RollCall Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

5.1 Information Window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

5.1.1 Unit Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

5.1.2 SFP Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

5.2 Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

5.2.1 Input 1 and 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

5.2.2 Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

5.3 SFP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

5.3.1 SFP Transmit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

5.3.2 SFP Receive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

5.4 Memory 1-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

5.4.1 Recall Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

5.4.2 Save Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

5.4.3 Last Recalled Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

5.4.4 Save Memory Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

5.5 Logging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

5.5.1 Logging Misc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

5.5.2 Logging Inputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

5.5.3 Logging SFP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

5.5.4 Log Field Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

5.6 RollTrack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

5.6.1 Disable All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

5.6.2 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

5.6.3 Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

5.6.4 Address. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

5.6.5 Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

5.6.6 RollTrack Sending . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

5.6.7 RollTrack Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

5.7 Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

5.7.1 Default Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

5.7.2 Factory Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

5.7.3 Restart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

5.7.4 Input Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

5.8 SFP Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

5.8.1 Restart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

5.8.2 Configure Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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IQFDA31 Introduction

1 Introduction

1.1 Description

The IQFDA31 provides dual HD-SDI 3 Gbit/s, 1.5 Gbit/s, or 270 Mbit/s SD-SDI inputs with both SDI and fiber optic outputs in a single-width package. Flexible routing of inputs and outputs allows the module to operate as a single- o r dual-channel mixing fiber an d copper I/O. Input signal loss detection enables switching from a main feed to a back-up feed automatically, providing emergency changeover functionality. Its 80m 3G, 170m HD, and 300m SD input equalization performance and non re-clocking distribution of wide-band signals make it ideal for all distribution applications.

1.2 Block Diagram

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1.3 Feature Summary

The IQFDA31 provides the following features:

• Dual-channel intelligent 3 Gbit/s SDI, HD-SDI, and SD-SDI re-clocking distribution amplifier.

• Flexible selection of inputs allows single- or dual-channel operation.

• Input signal monitoring allows auto-changeover emergency switching.

• Provides distribution for DVB-ASI and other wide-band signals.

• Equalizes up to 80 m at 3 Gbit/s, 170 m at 1.5 Gbit/s and 300 m at 270 Mbit/s when using Belden 1694A cable.

• Standards supported:

• 3G-HD to SMPTE 424M

• HD-SDI to SMPTE 292M

• SD-SDI to SMPTE 259M-C

• DVB-ASI

• SMPTE 297-2006

• 1310 nm, 1550 nm, and CWDM output waveleng th s ava ilab l e .

• RollCall monitoring allows all signal paths to be managed.

1.4 Order Codes

The following product order codes are covered by this manual:

The following SFP modules are available for this product:

1.5 Rear Panel View

Note:

Modules with “A” order codes (for example, IQFDA3100-1 A3) can only be fitted into A-style enclosures. Modules with “B” order codes (for example, IQFDA3100-1B3) can be fitted into either A- or B-style enclosures. See page 6.

IQFDA3100-1A3 IQFDA3100-1B3

Dual-channel 3G/HD/SD-SDI re-clocking distribution amplifier with fiber I/O. 2 SDI inputs, 2 optical inputs/outputs, 4 SDI outputs, selectable per input.

FC1-13T1 1310 nm 1 TX FC1-13T2 1310 nm 2 TX FC1-15T1 1550 nm 1 TX FC1-15T2 1550 nm 2 TX FC1-R1 1 RX FC1-TR 1 TX, 1 RX

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IQFDA31 Introduction

1.6 Enclosures

The module can be fitted into the enclosure types shown.

1.6.1 B-style Enclosure

Enclosure order codes: IQH3B-S-0, IQH3B-S-P

1.6.2 A-style Enclosures

Enclosure order code: IQH1A-S-P

Enclosure order codes: IQH3A-S-0, IQH3A-S-P

Enclosure order codes: IQH3A-E-0, IQH3A-E-P, IQH3A-0-0, IQH3A-0-P

Enclosure order code: IQH1A-S-P

Important:

Although IQ modules are interchangeable between enclosures, their rear panels are enclosure specific. An IQH3B enclosure accepts modules with either “A” or “B” order codes. An IQH3A or IQH1A enclosure accepts modules with “A” order codes only. See page 5.

Note:

The IQH3B enclosure provides two internal analog reference inputs. These inputs are applicable to modules with “B” order codes only.

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IQFDA31 Technical Specification

2 Technical Specification

Inputs and Outputs Signal Inputs

SDI Inputs 2 x 3G/HD/SD-SD Connector/Format BNC/75 Ohm panel jack on standard SAM connector panel Input Cable Length Up to 80 m Belden 1694A @ 3 Gbit/s

Up to 170 m Belden 1694A @ 1.5 Gbit/s Up to 300 m Belden 1694A @ 270 Mbit/s

Note: When using mixed HD and SD inputs, it is recommended that cable lengths do not exceed the HD specification of 140 m.

Fiber Signal Input*

SDI Inputs Up to 2 Optical 3 Gbit/s HD-SDI

1.485 Gbit/s HD-SDI

270 Mbit/s SD-SDI Connector/Format LC single mode Conforms to SMPTE 297-2006

SMPTE 424M (HD level A/B)

SMPTE 292M (HD)

SMPTE 259M-C (SD)

Signal Outputs

SDI Outputs Up to 12, group selectable Connector / Format BNC/75 Ohm panel jack on standard SAM connector panel Conforms to video

standards

SMPTE 297-2006

SMPTE 424M (HD level A/B)

SMPTE 292M (HD)

SMPTE 259M-C (SD)

Fiber Signal Output*

SDI Outputs Up to 2, selectable per channel Optical 3 Gbit/s HD-SDI

1.485 Gbit/s HD-SDI

270 Mbit/s SD-SDI Connector/Format LC single mode Conforms to SMPTE 297-2006

SMPTE 424M (HD level A/B)

SMPTE 292M (HD)

SMPTE 259M-C (SD) *Dependant on SFP

fitted

Control Interface

GPI Up to 2 x GPI (I/O configurable) Electrical TTL compatible, active low driven Connector/Format BNC/ 75 Ohm panel jack on standard SAM connector panel

Controls

Indicators Power OK (Green) CPU OK (Green flashing) Input 1 OK (Green), Bypass (Orange), Loss (Red)

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Input 2 OK (Green), Bypass (Orange), Loss (Red) SFP A OK (Green), Bypass (Orange), Loss (Red) SFP B OK (Green), Bypass (Orange), Loss (Red)

RollCall Functions

Video Controls Input 1 Format Select SDI, Rx Input 2 Format Select SDI, Rx Output 1 Select Serial 1, Serial 2 Output 2 Select Serial 1, Serial 2 Output 3 Select Serial 1, Serial 2 Output 4 Select Serial 1, Serial 2 Laser Disable On/Off Input 1 (2) Auto, 3G, HD, SD, DVB-ASI, Bypass (re-clocking off), Output Input Status Present, Loss, Unknown, Data Rate

Other Controls

User Memories Name, save, and recall 16 user memories Memory Naming User configurable naming of memories 1–16 GPI Input Activates on contact closure – select config 1 or 2 GPI Output Produces an output for: Config 1 selected, Config 2 selected, Input 1 error, Input 2

error Information Window Unit Status, SFP Status Logging Input 1(2) Type

Input 1 (2) Data Rate

Input 1 (2) Present

Input 1 (2) Error

Input 1 (2) Loss Optical Logging Tx Laser Bias High Warning

Tx Power Low Warning

Tx Power High Warning Laser Wavelength Input 1 (2) Rx Power High Warning

Input 1 (2) Rx Power Low Warning

Input 1 (2) Rx Power Measurement RollTrack Index Up to 16 RollTrack destinations RollTrack Controls On/Off, Index, Source, Address, Command, Status, Sending Roll Track Sources Unused, Input Present (1 & 2, Fiber 1 & 2), Input Loss (1 & 2, Fiber 1 & 2), Output

Rate/Std (1 & 2), Out 1 Selects (In 1 & 2 & Rx 1 & Rx 2), Fiber Rx Power OK (1 & 2),

Fiber Rx Power Fail (1 & 2), Fiber Tx Bias OK (1 & 2), Fiber Tx Bias High (1 & 2), Fiber

Tx Bias Low (1 & 2) Factory Default Resets all module settings to factory specified default va lues and clears memories Default Settings Resets all module settings to factory specified default values but does not clear

memories Restart Software restart of the module Module Information Reports the following module information: Software Version, Serial Number, Build

Number, KOS Version, Firmware Version, PCB Version

Specifications

Electrical 3 Gbit/s SDI, SMPTE 424M

1.5 Gbit/s HD-SDI, SMPTE 292M

270 Mbit/s SDI, SMPTE 259M-C / DVB-ASI

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IQFDA31 Technical Specification

Connector / Format BNC/ 75 Ohm

LC singlemode SFP Return Loss >-15 dB (270 Mbit/s, 1.5 Gbit/s)

>-10 dB (3 Gbit/s) Output Jitter SD-SDI 0.2 UI (10 Hz) / 0.2 UI (1 kHz)

3G/HD-SDI 1.0 UI (10 Hz) / 0.2 UI (100 kHz)

Optical 1310 nm Tx

Wavelength 1310 nm Spectral Widt h (FWHM) >1.5 nm (typical) Output Power 0 to -5 dBm (-2 dBm typical) Rise and Fall Time 135 ps @ 3 Gbit/s

270 ps @ 1.5 Gbit/s

1.5 ns @ 270 Mbit/s Extinction Ratio >7.5:1 (typical) Optical Return Loss -27 dB Link Distance Up to 30 Km @ 3 Gbit/s

Up to 21 Km @ 1.5 Gbit/s Up to 10 Km @ 270 Mbit/s

Optical Rx

Input Wavelength Range 1260 nm (min.), 1620 nm (max.) Input Sensitivity -21 dBm Optical Power Input

Range

>0 dBm, <-20 dBm

Link Distance Up to 30 Km @ 3 Gbit/s

Up to 21 Km @ 1.5 Gbit/s Up to 10 Km @ 270 Mbit/s

Power Consumption

Module Power Consumption

4 W Max (A frames) 4 PR Max (B frames)

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IQFDA31 Connections

3 Connections

This section describes the physical input and output connections provided by the IQFDA31.

3.1 SDI Input

3.2 SDI Outputs

3.3 SFP

Serial digital input is made to the unit via two BNC connectors which terminate in 75 Ohms.

Serial digital outputs from the unit are made via four BNC connectors which terminate in 75 Ohms.

An SFP cage provides a range of connectivity options.

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IQFDA31 Card Edge LEDs

4 Card Edge LEDs

The LEDs on the edge of the module indicate its operating status.

POWER+POWER-MON

RUN

OK WARN ERR RATE SFP

CHANNEL B (Input 2) STATUS – Not usedCHANNEL A (Input 1)

WARN ERR RATE SFP

LED Color State Indication

POWER + Green Illuminated A positive power supply is present. POWER - Green Illuminated A negative power supply is present. MON RUN Green Flashing The CPU is running.

CHANNEL A

OK Green Illuminated Input channel 1 is locked to the input signal. WARN Yellow Illuminated The signal on input channel 1 is not being

re-clocked. That is, in re-clock bypass mode. ERR Red Illuminated Unknown or no input on input channel 1. RATE Green Illuminated The rate on input channel 1:

• Both LEDs illuminated: 3 Gbit/s

• Left LED illuminated: 1.5 Gbit/s

• Right LED illuminated: 270 Mbit/s

• Both LEDs off: Rate unknown

SFP Green Illuminated Input SFP Rx A selected.

CHANNEL B

OK Green Illuminated Input channel 2 is locked to the input signal. WARN Yellow Illuminated The signal on input channel 2 is not being

re-clocked. That is, in re-clock bypass mode. ERR Red Illuminated Unknown or no input on input channel 2. RATE Green Illuminated The rate on input channel 2:

• Both LEDs illuminated: 3 Gbit/s

• Left LED illuminated: 1.5 Gbit/s

• Right LED illuminated: 270 Mbit/s

• Both LEDs off: Rate unknown

SFP Green Illuminated Input SFP Rx selected.

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IQFDA31 Operation Using the RollCall Control Panel

5 Operation Using the RollCall Control Panel

5.1 Information Window

The Information Window is displayed in the upper-right corner of each screen and displays basic information about the input and output status of the module.

5.1.1 Unit Status

The Unit Status pane provides basic information about the status of the video inputs, video outputs, product settings, and status.

5.1.2 SFP Status

Note:

The IQFDA31 will dynamically configure itself depending on rear and SFP options. The RollCall control panel will change to reflect the current product configuration.

The screens shown in this section are for guidance and reference only, and may be slightly different to those on your module.

Name Description

IN1: IN2:

Displays the status of Input 1 and Input 2, the detected rate, and whether the signal is locked or in byp ass mode. If no valid input is detected, asterisks (**) are displayed.

OUT:

The first line represents the outputs (1–4 ). The second line is character aligned with the first and indicates the input routed to that output. If no valid input signal is detected for the output, an E is displayed.

Name Description

Type:

Shows the type of SFP installed. This is supplemented

with a simple report for each SFP. Status: Shows the operational status of the SFP. Connector: Shows the physical connector type, for example, Fiber LC.

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5.2 Input

The Input screen enables the inputs and outputs to be configured, and can be used to determine how the module behaves in the event of an input error.

5.2.1 Input 1 and 2

• SD/DVB-ASI (270 Mb): When selected, the unit will re-clock SD/DVB-ASI (270 Mb) signals.

• HD (1.5 Gb): When selected, the unit will re-clock HD (1.5 Gb) signals.

• 3G (3 Gb): When selected, the unit will re-clock 3G (3 Gb) signals.

• Others: When selected, signals that are not of any of the above rates will be re-clocked.

• Reclock Bypass: When selected, the unit will not re-clock the input signal. If a supported rate is detected, the Unit Status will display the detected rate, otherwise, *** will be displayed.

• Input Select: Use the radio buttons to select the input.

5.2.2 Outputs

Use the radio buttons to specify the input for each of the outputs. Select Mute On Inp Err to apply a mute to the output if any rate other than those specified as

valid in the Input 1 and Input 2 sections is detected. Select Mute to manually apply a mute to the output.

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IQFDA31 Operation Using the RollCall Control Panel

5.3 SFP

5.3.1 SFP Transmit

For an SFP transmitter channel, the SFP screen is used to select whether the output is turned off – either permanently, or when an error condition on the selected input is detected.

5.3.1.1 SFP B Tx

• Output OFF: Enables the fiber optic output to be turned off manually.

• Output OFF- On Input Error: When selected, enables the fiber optic output to be turned off automatically when the signal is lost at the associated fiber optic receiver input.

• Tx Power State: Displays the state of the transmitted output signal (options include OK, WARN:HI, WARN:LO, FAIL:LO and FAIL:HI).

• Tx Power: Displays the signal level of the transmitted output signal (in dBm).

• Tx Wavelength: Displays the wavele ngth of the transmitted output signal (either 1310 nm or 1550 nm).

• Laser Bias: Displays the bias level (in mA).

• Laser Bias Stat e: Displays the bias st ate (options include OK, WARN:HI, WARN:LO, FAIL:LO and FAIL:HI).

5.3.2 SFP Receive

For an SFP receiver channel, the SFP report s the status of the SFP. If a deselected data rate is presented to the module t will cause an “On Error” condition and the module will handle this as per its On Error settings on the Translate screen.

5.3.2.1 SFP A Rx

• Rx Power State: Displays the state of the received signal (options include OK, WARN:HI, WARN:LO, FAIL:LO and FAIL:HI).

• Rx Power: Displays the signal level received at the input (in dBm).

Note:

This screen is only displayed when the module is fitted with a rear that supports SFPs.

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5.4 Memory 1-16

The Memory 1-16 screen enables up to 16 setups to be saved and recalled later. Default memory names can be changed to provide more meaningful descriptions.

5.4.1 Recall Memory

This column lists the settings that have been previously saved. If no settings have been saved, None Selected is displayed.

To recall the settings saved in a memory:

• In the Recall Memory column, select the memory to recall by clicking on it. The recalled settings will be applied and the memory name will appear in the Last

Recalled Memory section.

5.4.2 Save Memory

This column lists the 16 pre-set memory names that are available for use. To save settings:

• In the Save Memory column, select a memory location, and then click Save. The current settings are saved and the memory appears in the Recall Memory column.

To clear a memory location:

• In the Save Memory column, select a memory location, and then click Clear. The current settings stored for that memory are cleared. After you clear a memory location, it disappears from the Recall Memory list.

5.4.3 Last Recalled Memory

The Last Recalled Memory pane displays the most recently recalled memory. If any o f the settings have been changed since it was recalled, an asterisk will be displayed after the memory name.

Note:

User memories do not recall log field “states” – that is, whether a log value has been enabled or disabled.

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5.4.4 Save Memory Name

This option enables the pre-set memory names to be changed (to something more memorable or meaningful), if required.

To change a memory name:

• In the Save Memory Name field, type the new memory name, and then click the S button. To return the memory to its default preset value, click P button.

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IQFDA31 Operation Using the RollCall Control Panel

5.5 Logging

Information about several parameters can be made available to a logging device that is connected to the RollCall network.

Each logging screen comprises three columns:

• Log Enable: Select the check boxes that correspond to the parameters for which log information should be collected.

• Log Field: Displays the name of the logging field.

• Log Value: Displays the current log value.

5.5.1 Logging Misc

The Logging Misc screen displays the current log information about the unit’s basic parameters.

5.5.2 Logging Inputs

The Logging Inputs screen is used to select which fields should be enabled for each of the serial inputs.

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5.5.3 Logging SFP

The Logging SFP screen is used to select which fields should be enabled for each of the SFP inputs.

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5.5.4 Log Field Descriptions

Log Field Description

SN= The module’s unique serial number. OS_VERSION= The operating system version. BUILD_NUMBER= The software build number. HARDWARE_VERSION The hardware build version. UPTIME= Shows the time since the last restart (format

ddd:hh:mm:ss). LICENSED_OPTIONS= The licensed features installed in the module. ROL_STATES= The status of any RollTracks that have been enabled. REAR_ID= The rear panel type. REAR_STATUS= The status of the rear panel. SLOT_WIDTH= The number of slots used by rear and module.1 or 2. SLOT_START= The first slot number the rear occupies. Use in

conjunction with SLOT_WIDTH to determine the slots

that the unit occupies. LAST_RECALLED_MEMORY= The last recalled memory. POWER USAGE= The power rating for the module. Note: this is not a live

power reading. INPUT_N_IDENT= The identifier of the serial data input. INPUT_N_NAME= The name of the serial data input. INPUT_N_TYPE= This displays the type of input as specified by the unit’s

configuration. Valid values are HD /SD SDI. INPUT_N_STATE= Displays the current input state. Valid values are:

•OK

• WARN:Mismatch

•FAIL:Lost

•FAIL:Error

Note: WARN:Mismatch indicates that the input and

output standards are not the same.

INPUT_N_SDIRATE= The current bit rate for the serial data input. SFP_N_TYPE= The transmitter type. SFP_N_STATUS= The status of the SFPs as reported by the SFPs. SFP_N_CONNECTOR= The physical connector type, for example, Fiber LC. OUTPUT_N_TX_POWER_STATE= Displays the TX power status. Valid values are:

•OK

•WARN:HI

•WARN:LO

•FAIL:LO

•FAIL:HI OUTPUT_N_TX_POWER= The power level of the TX input, in dBm. OUTPUT_N_WAVELENGTH= The wavelength of the transmitted output signal.

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OUTPUT_N_LASER_BIAS= The bias level, in mA. OUTPUT_N_LASER_BIAS_STATE= Displays the laser bias status. Valid values are:

•OK

•WARN:HI

•WARN:LO

•FAIL:LO

•FAIL:HI

Log Field Description

Note:

N should be replaced with the respective SFP/output identifier, for example, 1 for an SFP and B for an output.

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5.6 RollTrack

The RollTrack screen allows information to be sent, via the RollCall™ network, to other compatible units connected on the same network.

5.6.1 Disable All

When checked, all RollTrack items are disabled.

5.6.2 Index

This slider enables up to 16 RollTrack outputs to be setup. Dragging the slider selects the RollTrack Index number, displayed below the slider. Clicking the P button selects the default preset value.

5.6.3 Source

This slider enables the source of information that triggers the transmission of data to be selected. Dragging the slider selects the RollTrack source, displayed below the slider. Clicking the P button selects the default preset value. When no source is selected, Unused is displayed.

Unused No RollTracks sent. Input N OK Valid serial data input received. Input N None No serial data input received. Input N Bitrate 270 Received bitrate is 270 Mbit/s. Input Bitrate 1.5 Received bitrate is 1.5 Gbit/s. Input N Bitrate 3G Received bitrate is 3 Gbit/s. Input N Bitrate Un. Received bitrate is unknown. TX N Bias OK LASER Bias current within limits. TX N Bias High LASER Bias current above limits. TX N Bias Low LASER Bias current below limits. RX N Power OK Receive power is within limits. RX N Power High Receive power is above limits. RX N Power Low Receive power is below limits.

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5.6.4 Address

This item enables the address of the selected destination unit to be set. The address may be changed by typing the new destination in the text area and then

selecting the S button to save the selection. Clicking the P button returns to the default preset destination.

The RollTrack address consists of four sets of numbers, for example, 0000:10:01*99.

• The first set (0000) is the network segment code number.

• The second set (10) is the number identifying the (enclosure/mainframe) unit.

• The third set (01) is the slot number in the unit.

• The fourth set (99) is a user-defined unique identification number for the destination unit in a multi-unit system. This ensures that only the correct unit will respond to the command. If left at 00 an incorrectly fitted unit may respond unexpectedly.

5.6.5 Command

This item enables a command to be sent to the selected destination unit. The command may be changed by typing a code in the text area and then selecting the S

button to save the selection. Clicking the P button returns to the default preset command. The RollTrack command consists of two sets of numbers, for example: 84:156.

• The first number (84) is the actual RollTrack command.

• The second number (156) is the value sent with the RollTrack command.

5.6.6 RollT rack Se nding

A message is displayed here when the unit is actively sending a RollTrack command. Possible RollTrack Sending messages are:

5.6.7 RollT rack Status

A message is displayed here to indicate the status of the currently selected RollTrack index. Possible RollTrack Status messages are:

String A string value is always being sent. Number A number value is always being sent. No The message is not being sent. Yes The message is be ing sen t. Internal Type Error Inconsistent behavior. Please contact your local SAM agent.

OK RollTrack message sent and received OK. Unknown RollTrack message has been sent but it has not yet completed. Timeout RollTrack message sent but acknowledgement not received. This

could be because the destination unit is not at the location specified.

Bad RollTrack message has not been correctly acknowledged at the

destination unit. This could be because the destination unit is not of the type specified.

Disabled RollTrack sending is disabled.

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5.7 Setup

The Setup screen display basic information about the module, such as th e serial numb er and software versions. Use the functions on the screen to restart the module or return all settings to their factory or default settings.

• Product: The name of the module.

• Software Version: The currently installed software version number.

• Serial No: The module serial number.

• Build: The factory build number. This number identifies all parameters of the module.

• KOS: The operating system version number.

• PCB: The Printed Circuit Board revision number.

• Rear Type: The rear panel type.

• Licensed Options: The installed licensed options.

5.7.1 Default Settings

The Default Settings button enables module settings to be reset to their factory defaults, leaving user memories intact.

5.7.2 Factory Defaults

The Factory Defaults button ena bles the mo du le settings to be re se t to their factory defaults.

5.7.3 Restart

The Restart button enables the module to be rebooted, simulating a power-up/power-down cycle.

5.7.4 Input Name

These are the input names displayed in logging. To change the name of Input 1 or Input 2, type the name in the text field and click S. To return

the name to its factory default, click P.

Note:

Resetting the module to its factory defaults also clears all the saved memory settings.

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5.8 SFP Setup

The SFP Setup screen displays basic information about the SFP configuration. If the SFP is not recognized, manual configuration is available.

5.8.1 Restart

The Restart button enables the module to be rebooted, simulating a power-down/power-up cycle.

5.8.2 Configure Type

In the event of the module not recognizing the SFP, the Configure T ype controls will become available for manual selection.

Note:

The SFP Setup screen is only displayed when the module is fitted with a rear that supports SFPs, even if no SFP is fitted.

Note:

When changing an SFP, the module needs to be restarted in order for the SFP to become active.

Before configuring the SFP, ensure that the correct SFP is installed.