Sierra Video MV-XX User Manual

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Sierra View Multi-Viewer MV-XX

User’s Manual

SIERRA VIEW MULTI-VIEWER

User’s Manual

 Sierra Video

P.O. Box 2462 Grass Valley, CA 95945

Tel: (530) 478-1000

Fax: (530) 478-1105

Email: info@sierravideo.com

Version 6.0

Publication Date: February 2012

The information contained in this manual is subject to change by Sierra Video

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

System concept 1

Features and benefits 3 Powerful alarms 4 Captions and UMDs 4 Using bitmaps 4 Keeping time 4 Genlocking 5 Using GPI I/O 5

Bargraph scales 5 Regulatory Warnings & Safety Information 6 Warnings 6 Cautions 6 Cautions (continued) 7 FCC Notice 7 Warning 7 CE Notice 8 Warning 8 ICAN Class A Digital Equipment 8 Power Supply Cords 10

North American Power Supply Cords 10

International Power Supply Cords 10 EMC Regulatory Notices 10 Delivery Damage Inspection 10

Model SV 11

Factors Affecting Quality of Results 12

Installation 13

Introduction 13

Power and fuses 14 Dimensions 14

Hardware Configuration 14

Configuration rules 14

Video and audio cards 14

Slots 17 and 18 14

Video Cards 14

Rear connector modules 14

Double rear connector modules 15

Mixed DVI and composite/SDI

configurations 18

RM-SV42 rear module limitation 18

RM-SV10 RGB/YUV rear module limitation 18

Contents - 1

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Summary of rear connector modules 19 Connector I/O 20 Input card configurations 21

Video Inputs 21

Video Outputs 22

Audio I/O 22 Serial port assignments 23 Global GPI I/O pin assignments 24 Video card GPI I/O pin assignments 25 Audio I/O connector pin assignments 25

Optional Backup Power Supply 27 Remote Panel 28

Configuration mode 29

Connection 30

Network connection and setup 30

Cascading multiple SV-REMOTE 30

Uploading graphics files 31 Upgrading firmware 32

Updating the scalers 32

Operation 33

Initial setup 33 Using the web interface 34

Navigating the User Interface 37 Main menus 38

Layout Menu 40

Group Menu 42

Object Menu 43

Grid Menu 44

Help Menu 44

Module Properties 45

Source Properties Window 54

Edit Object Window 60

Troubleshooting 75

Introduction 75

Sample problems and their solutions 76

Technical Support 77

Specifications 79

Backup power supply (POWER-xx) 84

Remote panel (SV-Remote) 85

Warranty 87

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Introduction

The Sierra Video multi-viewer enables up to 64 channels of video to be viewed on a single display device. However, each multi-viewer has a pair of DVI-I outputs that may be independently configured if required. The video inputs are auto-sensing for composite/S-Video/YUV/RGB/DVII/SDI/HD-SDI sources. Multi-definition standards up to 3G 1080p are supported. Comprehensive alarm functions, audio metering and monitoring capabilities are also incorporated.

The Sierra View is designed to optimize monitoring flexibility within the multi-channel video environment, including video production, television broadcast, CCTV, medical, aerospace, exhibition and conference applications. It is supplied in either single or dual multi-viewer configurations as a 3U rack mounting frame. Options include an external backup power supply (POWER-xx) and remote control panel (SV-Remote). The SV is easily controlled from a PC web browser hosted by the frame itself, either directly via an Ethernet cable or over a network.

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The SV can also be used as a multi-channel audio matrix, de-embedder and analog to AES/EBU digital cross converter, depending on the I/O cards fitted.

Any combination of inputs can be used. The maximum number of audio outputs is 196 channels (using 6 x output boards). Any input may be routed to single or multiple outputs.

System concept

The modular architecture is designed for scalability. Of the two 3U frame types available, the single multi-viewer frame, is equipped with one controller (CPU) and one power supply module (PSU). The dual multi-viewer frame is centrally divided and capable of housing two separate multi-viewers, each with its own CPU and PSU modules.

Each video input card handles 4 sources. The single frame will accommodate up to 16 video cards, providing a maximum capacity of 64 video channels. The dual frame provides a maximum capacity of 32 video channels for each multi-viewer (8 video cards per side). The video cards include support for SDI embedded audio. If external audio interfacing is required, audio input or output cards may be fitted. These will reduce the capacity available for video cards.

For maximum flexibility, separate rear connector modules provide a variety of possibilities, including fiber interfacing for video cards.

The video input cards will simultaneously support sources of differing rate, for example, 50Hz and 60Hz. However, synchronisation is achieved by frame add and drop rather than standards conversion. The system rate is either locked to the reference signal provided or a designated video input source.

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A scaler on each video card processes one of the possible input sources and scales it to the desired tile size for the selected position on the display output. A mixer on each video card combines all the video tiles and sends the resulting image to the next video card. The final display output comprises all of the tiles in a single picture.

Possible inputs are:

Card Type VIP1 - Composite, S-video, RGB, YUV, SDI, DVI-I

Card Type VIP2 - Composite, S-video, RGB, YUV, SDI, HD-SDI, DVI-I

(Identical DVI resolutions are supported by the VIP1 and VIP2 cards)

Overlay of audio and graphics information is performed inside each scaler, which receives control data from the main CPU in real-time for external audio sources, or from the video card itself in the case of embedded SDI/HD-SDI audio.

To allow arbitrary layering of sources, each input board has information about all of the tile positions, allowing each tile to be displayed as required and enabling picture overlay with complex borders.

Non-embedded external audio sources are supported by dedicated input cards:

Card Type AIP1A – Analog, 32 channels (16 pairs)

Card Type AIP1D – Digital, 16 AES/EBU pairs

Card Type AIP1Dolby – Dolby Digital, 8 streams (64 channels)

Card Type AIP1DolbyE – Dolby E, 3 streams (32 channels)

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Features and benefits

Single multi-viewer with up to 64 auto-sensing video inputs, or dual multi-viewer with up to 2 x 32 video inputs in a 3U frame (multi-definition capable up to 3G 1080p)

DVI-I output up to 1080p60 (1920x1080) in 16:9

Genlocked inputs for flicker-free and full frame operation

Teletext (analog), subtitles, AFD, WSS, VITC decoding & monitoring

Audio metering is supported for up to 16 channels per display tile

Audio may be sourced from SDI / HD-SDI embedded audio groups, or externally via optional analog and AES/EBU interfaces

Additional external audio interfacing can be provided by using the Sierra Video AM-xx multichannel audio meter in conjunction with the Sierra View

4 pairs of assignable analog audio monitor outputs

Up to 32 channels of demuxed audio per output card (analog or AES/EBU)

Alarms for video, audio and metadata, with outputs to, GPI O/Ps, LAN and/or SNMP traps

Assignable tallies

Under Monitor Displays (UMD) entered via keyboard, LAN or serial cable, supporting TSL and other protocols

Clock display receiving time information via NTP network protocol or LTC

3 RU compact design, ideal for OB-vans and other space restricted installations

Optional 1U remote control panel

Optional external backup power supply

User-friendly set-up via browser software

All main cards hot-swappable

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Powerful alarms

Alarms may be created for video sync loss, black (loss of luminance), freeze-frame, embedded audio loss, external audio loss, over level, out of phase (of chosen pairs), teletext loss, closed caption loss and V-chip loss.

The colors used for on-screen alarms are as follows:

Audio Loss: Yellow – position (left or right) indicates channel

Audio Over: Red – position (left or right) indicates channel

Anti-Phase: Cyan – middle alarm

Carrier Loss: White – middle alarm

If carrier loss occurs, only that alarm will flash, unless audio loss had already been active for the same channel.

The decoding of closed caption is available on each scaler, together with an associated alarm. Analog Teletext decoding is available in the scaler.

On screen alarm indication may be a stationary or flashing colored tile border. External alarm indication may be via the GPI I/O or the LAN/software application.

Optional triggering of SNMP traps for each alarm function or group is also supported.

Tiles have an optional color coded border to provide status indication, such as tally or alarms.

VITC loss is indicated by the burnt in VITC display flashing. Burnt in VITC is available from SDI sources only.

Captions and UMDs

Captions or Under Monitor Display (UMD) information may be generated manually from a keyboard connected to a front panel USB-2 port, the SV-Remote USB-2 port, or automatically from remote sources via the LAN, using browser software operating on a remote PC, or via the RS232/422 port using TSL or other protocols. Up to two lines of UMD text can be left, centre, or right justified and may be placed anywhere in the tile.

Using bitmaps

There is storage capacity (approximately 200MB) for bitmaps. These can be used as backgrounds, or to display station idents, etc. The bitmaps must be in bmp or png file format and can be uploaded to the frame via the LAN. Up to four bitmaps may be displayed at any one time.

Keeping time

Clock/date display data can be derived from several sources; the system clock, NTP

synchronisation, LTC, or VITC from a chosen SDI input. The clock source is set by going to the Set Time item in the Module menu. Here there are two tabs, Timezone and Time. The timezone should be set to the appropriate region before adjusting the clock. To set the clock mode, go to the Time tab and select the desired mode – Manual, NTP, LTC or VITC. The setup procedures for each mode are: Manual: In this mode the time and date of the system clock will be shown and can be adjusted. Press the Get button to show the current time. To adjust the time enter the new time and date in the appropriate fields and then press the Set button. A battery on the CPU board ensures that time data is retained should the unit be powered down. NTP: In this mode the time is sourced from an NTP server (or multiple NTP servers can be entered). Press the Add button to add a new server, and enter the host name or IP address of the new server.

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LTC: In this mode the time is sourced from the LTC input on the rear of the frame. There is nothing to setup here; there just needs to be LTC present for this to work properly. If no LTC is present then the system clock will be used. (If LTC is present but later disappears then the clock will continue advancing without any discontinuity). VITC: Here the time can come from VITC that is present on any SDI input. Select the chosen SDI source number that contains VITC. If no VITC is present then the system clock will be used. (If VITC is present but later disappears then the clock will continue advancing without any discontinuity).

Genlocking

Genlocking of the MV-xx is via SD colour black or HD tri-level sync, using the genlock input.

Using GPI I/O

Assignable GPI I/O with 16 inputs and 8 outputs for external alarm indication and recall of predetermined video channels or screen configurations.

Bargraph scales

The following audio scales are supported:

Break points and colors used for the upper and lower ranges of each bar type can be customised to satisfy any in-house monitoring style for each of the six scale types.

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Regulatory Warnings & Safety Information

The information in the following section provides important warnings and safety guidelines for both the operator and service personnel. Specific warnings and cautions may be found throughout this manual. Please read and follow the important safety precautions noting especially those instructions relating to risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to persons.

Any instructions in this manual that require opening the equipment cover or enclosure are intended for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not perform any servicing other than what is contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified.

Warnings

 Heed all warnings on the unit and in the operating instru ctions.  Disconnect AC power before installing or removing device or servicing unit.  Do not use this product in or near water.  This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cord.

To avoid electrical shock, plug the power cord into a properly wired receptacle before connecting inputs or outputs.

 Route power cords and other cables so that they are not likely to be damaged, or

 Dangerous voltages exist at seve ral points in this product. To avoid personal

 To avoid fire hazard, use only the specified type, correct voltage, and current

 Have qualified personnel perform safety checks after any completed service.  To reduce risk of electrical shock, be certain to plug each power supply cord

 If equipped with redundant power, this unit has two power cords. To reduce the

 Operate only with covers and enclosure panels in place – Do Not operate this

 This is an FCC class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may

Cautions

 Use the proper AC voltage to supply power to the switcher. When installing

create a hazard.

injury, do not touch unsafe connections and com ponents when the power is on.

rating of fuse. Always refer fuse replacement to qualified service personnel.

into a separate branch circuit employing a separat e ser vi ce gr o und.

risk of electrical shock, disconnect both power cords before servicing.

product when covers or enclosure panels are removed.

cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take necessary measures.

equipment, do not attach the power cord to building surfaces.

 To prevent damage to equipment when replacing fuses, locate and correct

trouble that caused the fuse to blow before applying power.

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Cautions (continued)

 Use only the recommended interconnect cables to connect the switcher to other

frames.

 Follow static precautions at all times when handling the equipment.  Power this product only as described in the installation section of this manual.  Leave the side, top, and bottom of the frame clear for air convection cooling and

to allow room for cabling. Slot and openings in the frame are provided for ventilation and should not be blocked.

 Only an authorized Sierra Video Systems technician should service the

switchers. Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of Sierra Video Systems will void the warranty.

 If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient

temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the room ambient temperature. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient temperature (TMRA).

 Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow

required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.

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 Use a shielded data cable conn ection between the parallel data ports and

peripherals of this equipment.

 Other connections between peripherals of this equipment may be made with low

voltage non-sheilded computer data cables.

 Network connections may consist of non-sheilded CAT 5 cable.  Do not cover chassis ventilatio n slots or block enclosure openings.

FCC Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at the expense of the user.

The user may find the following publication prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: “How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems” (Stock number 004-000-00345-4). Available exclusively from the Superintendent of Documents, Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402 (telephone 202 512-1800).

Warning

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance to Part 15 of the FCC Rules could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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CE Notice

INFORMATION FOR THE USER

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A or Class 1 digital device, pursuant to EN 550022 Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at the expense of the user.

Warning

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance to EN 55022 Rules could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

ICAN Class A Digital Equipment

This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet apparel numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigencies due Réglement sur le materiel brouiller du Canada.

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Pulver Laboratories Inc. and Sierra Video Systems Inc. hereby certify that the Sierra View SVxx is in compliance with VFG 523/1969, DIN 57871 / VDE 0871 / 09.84, and DIN 5785 Part 1 A2 /

10.90 (product standards) and is RFI suppressed.

The marketing and sale of this equipment in Germany has been reported to the German Postal service. They have also been given the right to retest this equipment to verify compliance with product regulations.

Compliance with applicable regulations depends on the use of shielded cables. The user is responsible for procuring the appropriate cables.

This equipment has been tested concerning compliance with the relevant RFI protection requirements both individually and on a system level (to simulate normal operation conditions). However, it is possible that these RFI requirements are not met under certain unfavorable conditions in other installations. The user is responsible for compliance of his particular installation.

Pulver Laboratories Inc. Testing and Certification Laboratories Sierra Video Name of Manufacturer

Bescheinigung des Pulver Laboratories Inc. und Sierra Video hiermit wird bescheinigt, dass die Sierra View SVxx in Űbereinstimmung mit den Bestimmungen der VFG 523/1969, DIN 57871 / VDE 0871 / 09.84, und DIN 57875 Part 1 A2 / 10.90 (Amtsblattvertugung) funk-entstőrt ist.

Der deutschen Bundespost wurde das Inverkehrbringen dieses Geräts angezeigt und die Berechtigungen zur Űberprűfung der Serie auf Einhaltung der Bestimmungen eingeräumt.

Einhaltung mit betreffenden Bestimmungen kommt darauf an, dass geschirmte Ausfűhrungen gerbraucht warden. Fűr die Beschaffung richtiger Ausfűhrungen ist der Betreiber Verantwortlich.

Dieses Gerät wurde sowohl einzeln als auch in einer Anlage, die einen normalen Anwendungsfall nachbildet, auf die Einhaltung der Funk-entstőrbestimmungen unter Ungűnstigen Umständen bei anderen Gerätekombinationen nicht Eingehalten warden. Der Betreiber ist fűr die Einhaltung der funk-eutstőrungsbestimmungen seiner gesamten Anlage verantwortlich, in der dieses Gerät betrieben wird.

Pulver Laboratories Inc. Testing and Certification Laboratories Sierra Video Name des Herstellers / Importeurs

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Power Supply Cords

Use only power cord(s) supplied with the unit.

If power cord(s) were not supplied with the unit, select as follows:

For units installed in the USA and Canada: select a flexible, three-conductor power cord that is UL listed and CSA certified, with individual conductor wire size of #18 AWG, and a maximum length of 4.5 meters. The power cord terminations should be NEMA Type 5-15P (three-prong earthing) at one end and IEC appliance inlet coupler at the other end. Any of the following types of power cords are acceptable; SV, SVE, SVO, SVT, SVTO, SVTOO, S, SE, SO, SOO, ST, STO, STOO, SJ, SJE, SJO, SJOO, SJT, SJTOO, SP-3, G, W.

For units installed in all other countries; select only a flexible, three-conductor power cord, approved by the cognizant safety organization of your country. The power cord must be Type HAR (Harmonized), with individual conductor wire size of 0.75 mm². The power cord terminations should be a suitably rated earthing-type plug at one end and IEC appliance inlet coupler at the other end. Both of the power cord terminations must carry the certification label (mark) of the cognizant safety organization of your country.

A non-shielded power cord may be used to connect AC power to every component and peripheral of the system.

Connect an external 16 AWG wire from earth ground to the chassis of the system as designated by the earth ground symbol.

North American Power Supply Cords

This equipment is supplied with North American power cords with molded grounded plug (NEMA15P) at one end and molded grounding connector (IEC 320-C13) at the other end. Conductors are CEE color coded, light blue(neutral), brown(line), and green/yellow(ground). Operation of the equipment at voltages exceeding 130VAC will require power supply cords that comply with NEMA configurations.

International Power Supply Cords

If shipped outside North America, this equipment is supplied with molded ground connector (IEC 320-C13) at one end and stripped connectors (50/5mm) at the other end. Connections are CEE color coded, light blue (neutral), brown(line), and green/yellow(ground). Other IEC 320-C13 type power cords can be used if they comply with safety regulations of the country in which they are installed.

EMC Regulatory Notices

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 15 Information: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC standard rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference

This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesirable operations.

Delivery Damage Inspection

Carefully inspect the frame and exterior components to be sure that there has been no shipping damage. Make sure all modules are seated correctly and have not detached during shipment.

Model SV

Frame Front Panel

Frame Back Panel

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Note

The models shown here and in the

subsequent sections are fully populated. In

some cases, these frames may be configured

with fewer video inputs. Sierra View models

also offer redundant power supplies. Consult

the rear panel serial number and model

number to verify your order and product.

The system you receive is customized for the

size & type requested at time of purchase

from Sierra Video.

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Factors Affecting Quality of Results

There are many factors affecting the quality of results when signals are transmitted from a source to a destination.

 Signal cables — Use only the best quality cables to avoid interference and

degraded signal quality and elevated noise levels.

 Sockets and connectors of the sources and destinations — Use only the highest

quality, since "zero ohm" connection resistance is the target. Connectors should also match the required impedance (75 ohm in video) to minimize return loss.

 Amplifying circuitry — Must have quality performance wh en the desired end

result is high linearity, low distortion, and low noise.

 Distance between sources and destinations — Plays a major role in the final

result. For long distances (over 15 meters) between sources and destinations, special measures should be taken to avoid high frequency cable losses. These measures include using higher quality cables and/or adding line cable equalizing amplifiers.

 Interference from neighboring electrical appliances — These can have an

adverse affect on signal quality. Balanced audio lines are less prone to interference, but unbalanced audio should be installed away from any main power lines, electric motors, transmitters, etc. even when the cables are shielded.

CAUTION!

Only an authorized Sierra Video technician can service the switchers. Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void the warranty

Use the proper AC voltage to supply power to the switcher. Use only the recommended interconnect cables to connect the switcher to other frames

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Installation

Introduction

The Sierra View 3U frame may be installed in 19 inch bays and has a depth of approximately 462mm, including connectors. Ventilation is assisted by cooling fans located on the removable front panel of the frame. Exhaust grilles are located on the upper panel, at a depth of approximately 370mm from the front panel. If installing other equipment immediately above, it is essential that the ventilation outlet is not obstructed. Frames should be installed into bays such that airflow is not impeded in any way.

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Note:

The front rack ears are intended to provide a means of retaining the unit in the rack. To insure adequate support the unit MUST also be supported at the rear of the frame.

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Power and fuses

The mains voltage (240/100 volts) will be auto detected provided it is in the range 84 – 260 V AC 50/60Hz. A 5A fuse is fitted and a spare fuse should be located under the pullout flap.

Dimensions

The Sierra View frame is 19” wide, and 17.5” deep and 3 RU high.

Hardware Configuration

Configuration rules

Video and audio cards

The cards and their associated rear connector modules are installed in the frame in a fixed sequence, which cannot be changed. This applies to each separate multi-viewer system, whether using the single or dual frame types.

Viewing from the front of the frame, the card sequence runs from right to left, starting with the video input cards. The first card slot position is adjacent to the CPU card.

Audio interface cards (if required), are installed to the left of the video input cards. Continuing the sequence from right to left, audio input cards are followed by audio output cards.

Slots 17 and 18

In single multi-viewer frame configurations, slots 17 and 18 are for audio cards only.

Video Cards

Video input cards are always installed working from right to left (from the front of the frame). Where double width rear connector modules are needed, video loop through (VidLoop) cards must be used. See ‘Double rear connector modules’ for more information.

Rear connector modules

A variety of rear connector modules are available to suit different signal formats and interfacing requirements. These may be single width (occupying one card slot), or double width (occupying two card slots).

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Double rear connector modules

Double width rear connector modules are sometimes required to allow sufficient space for the connectors used for certain signal types. There are three types of double width connector modules for the SV. For example, the RM-SV100 Video Loop rear module needs 8 x BNCs plus a 9 pin D-Type connector. This requires twice the space compared with the RM-SV20 video input rear module, which has 4 x BNCs and a 9 pin D-Type connector.

RM-SV20 RM-SV100

When using the double width rear connector modules, the video loop card is always required. This is because the system architecture requires video signals to pass through each card slot position. If a video loop card is not fitted, there would be an empty slot in the frame and no path for the video to pass though.

Video I/P Card 1 in Slot 1

Video I/P Card 2 in Slot 2

Video I/P Card 3 in Slot 3

Video path carrying scaled images from video I/P input card 1

Video path carrying scaled images from video I/P cards 1 & 2

The example above illustrates the signal path when video input cards occupy each card slot. This configuration is correct.

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The example above illustrates what happens if, for example, a double width rear connector is use for the card in slot one, but no video loop card is installed in slot two. The next video card is in slot three, but due to the break in the signal path at slot 2, it receives no video from the card in slot one. This configuration is incorrect and will not work.

Video I/P Card 1 in Slot 1

Video path carrying scaled images from video I/P input card 1

Slot 2 Empty

Video I/P Card 2 in Slot 3

This video path carries nothing since slot 2 is empty

Video I/P Card 1 in Slot 1

Video Loop Card in Slot 2

Video I/P Card 2 in Slot 3

Video path carrying scaled images from video I/P input card 1

Video path carrying scaled images from video I/P card 1

The example above illustrates how the video loop card allows the video path to remain unbroken when using a dual width rear connector in slot 1.

Even if the last card in the chain has a double width rear, a video loop card is still required. Another vital function of the video loop card is to pass the signals from the additional connectors on the dual width rear module back to the card with which it is associated.

The double width rear modules have two PCBs that connect to the mid-plane within the SV.

Video Loop Card

Video I/P Card

Double Width Rear with Two PCBs

The illustration above shows the internal layout with a double rear fitted.

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Video Input Card

Single Rear Connector with One PCB

The illustration above shows the internal layout with a single rear module fitted.

When double width rear connector modules are used, the input capacity of the Sierra View is reduced. For example, if the unit were to be configured for DVI inputs only, dual width rear modules would be required (RM-SV42), each carrying 4 x DVI ports. In this case, the total video input capacity of the frame is reduced from a possible 64 to 32 inputs. Eight video input cards and eight video loop cards would be needed for this configuration to work, which would fully populate the 16 usable video card slots in the frame.

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Mixed DVI and composite/SDI configurations

Taking into account the requirements for double width rear connector modules and the reduction in capacity they incur, there are other types of rear connector that can sometimes be used to avoid this compromise. When video input loop throughs are not needed, but a number of both DVI-I and composite/SDI inputs are required, the RM-SV40 rear connector module can be specified. The RM-SV40 is single width and has two composite/SDI inputs, plus 2 x DVI-I inputs. This means that the maximum capacity of 64 video inputs in a single type frame, or 32 video inputs per multi-viewer in the dual type frame can be utilised. In the example described, there would be 32 composite/SDI inputs and 32 DVI-I inputs using the single frame, or 16 composite/SDI inputs and 16 DVI-I inputs per multi-viewer using the dual frame, assuming double rear modules are not required for other inputs.

Using the RM-SV40 type rear module also overcomes an input limitation of the RM-SV42 that affects the number of analog (VGA type) sources that can be used. See RM-SV42 Limitation below.

RM-SV42 rear module limitation

Each video input card has a maximum number of 10 conductors that accept video signals from the rear connector module. This means the RM-SV42 rear module cannot support analog (VGA Type) sources on all four DVI ports. Two ports have full DVI-I capability, accepting both digital and analog sources. The other two ports are DVI-D (digital) only. So it may be more appropriate to use the RM-SV40 which has two DVI-I ports accepting both analog and digital sources, plus two composite/SDI inputs. This is likely to be applicable to applications were a large number of both analog (VGA style) DVI inputs and composite/SDI inputs are required. However, please note that the RM-SV40 does not have a GPI connector and therefore cannot provide tally inputs.

RM-SV10 RGB/YUV rear module limitation

Each video input card has a maximum number of 10 conductors that accept video signals from the rear connector module. While this is not a problem with single wire formats such as composite or SDI, it presents a limitation with multi-wire formats such as YUV and RGB. Therefore, the maximum number of RGB/YUV type sources that can be accommodated by the RM-SV10 is three, leaving one BNC available for a composite or SDI source. Some examples of source combinations that can be served by the RM-SV10 are shown below.

3 x YUV/RGB Plus 1 x Composite or SDI 2 x YUV/RGB Plus 2 x Composite and/or SDI 2 x YUV/RGB Plus 2 x Y/C (S-Video) 1 x YUV/RGB Plus 3 x Composite and/or SDI 4 x Y/C(S-Video) 3 x Y/C(S-Video) Plus 1 x Composite or SDI 2 x Y/C(S-Video) Plus 2 x Composite and/or SDI 1 x YUV/RGB plus 1 x YC (S-Video) plus 2 x Composite and/or SDI

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Summary of rear connector modules

Rear Module

Model

RM-SV10

RM-SV20

RM-SV21

RM-SV30

RM-SV40

3x YUV/RGB Video Inputs plus 1x GPI Input connector (8 GPI Inputs). Vid Loop card required.

4x SD/HD-SDI/Composite Inputs with 1x GPI input connector (8 GPI inputs)

2x SD/HD-SDI/Composite Inputs plus 2x S-Video inputs with 1x GPI input connector (8 GPI inputs)

4x S-Video Inputs with 1x GPI input connector (8 GPI inputs)

2x DVI-I plus 2x SD/HD-SDI/Composite inputs. Please note that this rear has no GPI connector

1x DVI-I Inputs plus 3x SD/HD-SDI/Composite

RM-SV41

Inputs. Please note that this rear has no GPI connector.

RM-SV42

4x DVI-I Inputs plus GPI input connector (8 GPI inputs). Vid loop card required.

RM-SV50 4x Fiber inputs for SDI/HD-SDI Single

RM-SV51

1x Fiber input for CWDM fiber systems, for SDI/HD-SDI

4x SD/HD-SDI with loop through plus 1x GPI

RM-SV100

input connector (8GPI inputs). Vid loop card required.

RM-SV200 32x Analog/Digital Audio inputs/outputs. Single

Description Width

Double

Single

Double

Single

Double

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Connector I/O

The Sierra View uses coaxial BNCs for the video inputs, LTC and sync inputs. Microcross connectors are used for DVI-I inputs and outputs. The global GPI I/O connector is a high density 26 way female 'D' connector. Local video card GPI I/O connections are via 15 way female ‘D’ connectors. External audio connections (input or output) are via female 44 way ‘D’ connectors, with audio monitoring outputs on a male 25 way 'D’ connector. The serial ports comprise a pair of 9 way female 'D' connectors. A pair of standard RJ45 connectors is provided for LAN connection and there are two USB connectors on the front panel for keyboard connection and auxiliary functions. Note that only the upper LAN and serial ports are operative on the single type frame. In the case of the dual frame, the lower ports serve the system on the left side of the frame when viewed from the front.

Note:

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Input card configurations

The Sierra View may be fitted with up to sixteen VIP1 or VIP2 video input cards, or any combination of the two types. Frame configuration options also include video loopthrough and external audio I/O cards, which will reduce the total capacity available for video input cards.

VIP1 video cards support the following standards:

Composite video PAL/NTSC, CVBS - 1Vpp

SDI - SMPTE 259M

DVI-I - digital or analog component, 1920 x 1080

S-Video (Y/C)

Component video RGB/YUV

The VIP2 video card supports HD-SDI up to SMPTE 292M 3G, in addition to the standards supported by the VIP1 card.

The CPU and PSU modules are located in fixed positions within both the single and dual multi-viewer frames. Video and audio cards are installed in the remaining slots.

I/O cards are hot-swappable and may be freely inserted and removed while the unit is powered. Changes are normally recognized immediately, however inserting ana log cards may force a system reset. This is not harmful and the inserted cards will always be recognized following a reboot.

Video Inputs

Separate rear connector modules of the required type are fitted to allow interfacing with each input card. These are available with different combinations of BNC and Microcross DVI-I connectors to suit the application. Alternative interfaces, such as for fiber, are also available. A single BNC connector is used for formats such as SDI, HD-SDI and composite video. For S-Video, two BNC connectors are required, for RGB/YUV three BNC connectors are required.

Most video input card connector modules are also equipped with an 8 x GPI port, although in some instances, insufficient space is available.

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Video Outputs

The two DVI-I display outputs (per multi-viewer) support resolutions up to HD 1080p60, 16:9 (1920 x 1080). Both digital and analog outputs are available on these connectors. Tiles displayed via the outputs can be varied continuously in size and position, cropped or displayed in pre-configured screen layouts on a chosen colored background. The pair of outputs may either be set to provide two identical display configurations, or they may have differing arrangements.

Audio I/O

Audio levels may be displayed using up to 16 bargraphs in each tile, either superimposed on each video image or outside active video. Audio is derived from the incoming embedded audio (when using SDI or HDSDI inputs), or from external sources, for which the appropriate audio input card option must be installed.

Additionally, external audio sources may be monitored using level data from the Sierra Video AM-xx via the LAN, or by connecting the AM-xx DVI-I display output to one of the video inputs for a multi-channel bargraph display with up to 64 channels (32 pairs).

Optional audio output cards (32 channels analog or 16 AES/EBU pairs) may be fitted to provide demuxed outputs from embedded audio.

Audio input and output cards must be fitted in conjunction with the appropriate rear connector modules.

There is an 8 channel analog audio monitor output, which may be assigned from any input channel of any format, excluding incoming external audio level data.

Note:

The number of audio channels described always refers to individual channels, not channel pairs. For example, eight monitor outputs relate to eight individual analog channels or 4 pairs AES/EBU channels.

All bargraph scales and ballistics conform to international standards and include BBC PPM, DIN PPM, Nordic PPM, VU, extended VU, and AES/EBU digital.

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Serial port assignments

Each multi-viewer is equipped with a serial data port that can be configured for either RS232 or RS422 operation. The mode of operation is set by means of jumpers (J13 and J14) on the CPU board. Note that only the upper port is active on the single type frame. The lower port is only used for the dual type frame, where it serves the system on the left

side of the frame when viewed from the front.

Female 9 way ‘D’ connector RS422 assignments

Pin No Function

1 GND 2 RX 3 TX 7 RX+ 8 TX+

Female 9 way ‘D’ connector RS232 assignments

Pin No Function

2 TX 3 RX (inactive in half duplex mode) 4 DTR 5 GND 7 RTS

Jumpers J1, J13 and J14 are located on the Controller (CPU) card. Access requires the removal of the CPU card from the front of the unit with the power removed.

J1 – Position 1/2 used for debugging. Position 2/3 normal. J13 – Position 1/2 RS422. Position 2/3 RS232 (set in conjunction with J14). J14 – Position 1/2 RS422. Position 2/3 RS232 (set in conjunction with J13).

Note:

Pin 1 is indicated on the PCB. Other CPU card settings and controls are for factory use only.

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