Signal Interface Hardware Upgrades for
MTM400 MPEG Transport Stream Monitor
075-0768-06
This document applies to firmware version 2.3.8
and above.
Warning
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personnel only. To avoid personal injury, do not
perform any servicing unless you are qualified to
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performing service.
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General Safety Summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to
this product or any products connected to it.
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
ToAvoidFireor
Personal Injury
Use Proper Power Cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and
certified for the country of use.
Ground the Product. This product is grounded through the grounding conductor
of the power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding conductor must be
connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input or output
terminals of the product, ensure that the product is properly grounded.
Ground Equipment Connected to the Product. Ensure that any equipment
connected to this product is grounded and at the same potential.
Observe All Terminal Ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings
and markings on the product. Consult the product manual for further ratings
information before making connections to the product.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels
removed.
Use Proper Fuse. Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this product.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components
when power is present.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage to this
product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
Provide Proper Ventilation. Refer to the manual’s installation instructions for
details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.
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Symbols and Terms
Terms in this Manual. These terms may appear in this manual:
WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result
in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in
damage to this product or other property.
Terms on the Product. These terms may appear on the product:
DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the
marking.
WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you read the
marking.
CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.
Symbols on the Product. The following symbols may appear on the product:
CAUTION
Refer to Manual
Protective Ground
(Earth) Terminal
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Service Safety Summary
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures. Read this Service
Safety Summary and the General Safety Summary before performing any service
procedures.
Do Not Service Alone. Do not perform internal service or adjustments of this
product unless another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation is
present.
Disconnect Power. To avoid electric shock, switch off the instrument power, then
disconnect the power cord from the mains power.
Use Care When Servicing With Power On. Dangerous voltages or currents may
exist in this product. Disconnect power, remove battery (if applicable), and
disconnect test leads before removing protective panels, soldering, or replacing
components.
To avoid electric shock, do not touch exposed connections.
Use only Tektronix approved components when servicing the unit.
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Kit Description
This document provides instructions for installing interface hardware upgrades
into an existing Tektronix MTM400 MPEG Transport Stream Monitor. Removal
of any currently installed interface hardware is also described.
The following MTM400 interface hardware upgrades are covered by this kit:
HMTM4FQA. Adds a QAM (Annex A) interface board.
HMTM4FQB2. Adds a QAM (Annex B, Level 1 and 2) interface board.
HMTM4FQC. Adds a QAM (Annex C) interface board.
HMTM4FQP. Adds a QPSK (L-Band) interface board.
HMTM4FEP. Adds a 8PSK interface board.
HMTM4FVS. Adds a 8VSB interface board.
HMTM4FCF. Adds a COFDM interface board.
HMTM4FGE. Adds a GbE interface board.
NOTE. With the release of MTM400 firmware version 2.1.0, the MTM4FQB
interface option was supply depleted and is no longer available. That option has
been replaced by the MTM4FQB2 interface option.
The discontinued MTM4FQB interface option will still operate properly with
MTM400 firmware versions 2.1.0 through 2.3.8.
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Kit Description
Products
The following products are supported by this kit (except as noted under MTM400
Serial Number Variants below):
MTM400 MPEG Transport Stream Monitor
WebMSM Web Monitoring System Manager
WebMSM Configuration Editor
MTM400 Serial Number
Variants
Two variants in the construction of the MTM400 have been available. They are
differentiated by the format of the Serial Number as shown below. The serial
number of each unit is printed on a label attached to the rear panel of the unit.
Serial number formats
GB400-xxxx (Example: GB400-1234)
Bxxxxxx (Example: B010100)
NOTE. These instructions do not apply to units carrying the GB* serial number.
If your unit carries this form of serial number, you will be advised on the correct
procedure when you order your upgrade.
Minimum Tool and Equipment List
You will need the equipment listed below to install the interface hardware.
Required tools and equipmentPart number
Anti-static wrist strapNA
A screwdriver with T10, T15, and T20 TORX tipsNA
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Kit Parts Lists
Kit Description
The following tables list the parts supplied with each of the interface hardware
upgrade kits.
Table 1: MTM4FQA parts list for QAM (Annex A) interface
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Installation Instructions
These instructions are for personnel who are familiar with servicing the product.
If you need further details for disassembling or reassembling the product, refer to
the appropriate product manual. Contact your nearest Tektronix, Inc., Service
Center or Tektronix Factory Service for installation assistance.
CAUTION. To prevent static discharge damage, service the product only in a
static-free environment. Observe standard handling precautions for static-sensitive devices while installing this kit. Always wear a grounded wrist strap,
grounded foot strap, and static resistant apparel while installing this kit.
The following software activities require access to the MTM400, using either the
Remote User Interface or a W ebMSM interface. (Refer to the MTM400 UserManual supplied in this kit, Tektronix part number: 071-1224-xx.)
The activities for adding any of the hardware options to the MTM400 are
essentially the same. The steps required are listed below and are detailed on the
following pages:
HIf necessary, upgrade the BIOS version
HUpgrade the Processor board software version
HEnter and upload the new license key
HInstall the new interface board and, if required, install the RF cable
HConfigure the MTM400 for the new interface type
HIf necessary, configure the new interface board
HReinstall the WebMSM software
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Identify the Current BIOS and Firmware Versions
Before proceeding, identify the current BIOS and firmware versions. Ensure that
power and networking are available; a signal source is not required.
1. Power up the MTM400 and wait for initialization to complete.
2. From a client PC, open the MTM400 remote user interface.
a. At a networked PC, launch Microsoft Internet Explorer.
b. In the browser address bar, enter the network identity or IP address of the
MTM400 unit. For example:
http://TSMonitor01 or http://192.168.200.100.
When the Enter key is pressed, a Java applet is downloaded from the
MTM400 unit and launched. The file size is approximately 1.5 MB; the
download time will depend on the network speed and traffic.
When the Java applet has launched, the MTM400 splash screen is
displayed, overlaid shortly thereafter by the Login Details dialog as
shown in Figure 1.
NOTE. The MTM400 user interface can also be accessed using the Web
Monitoring Systems Manager (WebMSM). Instructions are located in the
WebMSM User Manual.
Figure 1: Logging on
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3. Select the User name (Administrator) and enter the password.
NOTE. The upgrade can only be done by logging on as an administrator; the
default password is ’tek’.
4. Select OK to accept the details. Select Cancel to close the dialog.
(To redisplay the Login Details dialog, either reenter the network identity of
the MTM400 or select the Refresh button in the browser.)
5. After you select OK, the Hotspot view is displayed (see Figure 2).
Figure 2: Hotspot view
6. In the Hotspot view, select Device to open the Device view.
7. In the Device view, select Info to display the Device Information view (see
Figure 3).
Figure 3: Device view - Information
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8. Note the Processor Board Software and BIOS version values shown in the
Device Information view.
NOTE. The Device Information view details the software and hardware build
state of the MTM400. The values shown in Figure 3 will differ from the values
shown for your instrument.
9. Refer to Figure 4 and identify which upgrade steps are required for your
instrument.
Start
BIOS loader Upgrade
Version 2.07
or later
Which
version of the BIOS
do you have?
Earlier than
Version 2.07
Install the BIOS loader
Upgrade the BIOS
Upgrade the firmware
END
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Figure 4: MTM400 upgrade path
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Install the Upgrade Files
NOTE. For the update to be successful, the upgrade file(s) must be copied from
the CD-ROM to a writable location such as the local hard drive.
Perform the following steps to copy the upgrade files from the CD-ROM to the
local hard drive:
1. Insert the MTM400 CD-ROM supplied with this kit into the CD-ROM drive
2. Locate the following upgrade files on the CD-ROM:
3. If the BIOS version on your instrument is earlier than version 2.07, then
copy both of the *.hex files listed above to your local hard drive.
4. If the BIOS version on your instrument is version 2.07 or later, then copy
only the MTM400 <Processor board software version>.hex file to your local
hard drive.
CAUTION. To prevent upgrade problems, disconnect all transport stream inputs
and outputs from the MTM400 before attempting the upgrade procedure.
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Upgrade the MTM400 BIOS
The BIOS is upgraded by installing a program (BIOS Loader) which, when
activated, automatically installs the new BIOS.
CAUTION. The BIOS upgrade is a critical process. If, for any reason, the BIOS
upgrade procedure fails, the unit may need to be returned to Tektronix service for
reprogramming.
Therefore, this procedure should only be carried out when monitoring is not
required or when alternative arrangements can be made for system monitoring.
Do not remove power or manually reboot the MTM400 during the following
procedures, unless instructed to do so.
Perform this procedure only if the BIOS version of your instrument is earlier
than v2.07 (see Figure 4 on page 10).
Install the BIOS Loader
Perform the following steps to install the BIOS loader:
CAUTION. You must clear the Device Log immediately before uploading the
firmware.
1. In the Device view, select Log to display the Device Log view.
2. Select Clear Log to clear the device log (see Figure 5). A message is
displayed in the Device Log view confirming that the log has been cleared.
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Figure 5: Device view - Log
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3. In the Device View, select Config to display the Device Configuration screen
shown in Figure 6.
Figure 6: Device view - Configuration
4. In the Configuration screen, select Upload Device Firmware. This opens the
Device Firmware Upload window shown in Figure 7.
5. Click the Browse button and navigate to the location of the upgrade files.
Select the BIOS loader file.
For example, MTM400 v2.0.6.1 BIOSLDR v2.07.hex.
NOTE. For the BIOS update to be successful, the file must be copied from the
CD-ROM to a writable location such as the local hard drive.
Figure 7: Device Firmware Upload window
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6. After you select the upgrade file, click Start (see Figure 7). The BIOS
loading process may take a few minutes. While the process completes, the
four buttons in the Device view will be grayed. The MTM400 will be
automatically restarted when the process has completed.
7. When all four buttons in the Device view have been active (colored red,
green, or yellow) for longer than 20 seconds, and the progress bar in the
Device Firmware Upload dialog is full as shown in Figure 8, the BIOS
Loader is successfully loaded.
CAUTION. Do not proceed until all four buttons in the Device view have been
active (colored red, green, or yellow) for more than 20 seconds.
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Figure 8: Completing the BIOS upload
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Upgrade the BIOS
With the BIOS Loader successfully loaded, the BIOS can now be upgraded.
CAUTION. To prevent damage to the instrument that will require the instrument to
be returned to Tektronix for repair, do not remove power or manually reboot the
MTM400 during the following procedures, unless instructed to do so.
8. From the client PC, launch a second instance of Microsoft Internet Explorer.
9. In the address bar of the browser, enter the following command and then
press the Enter key (see Figure 9):
<IP address>/cgi--bin/biosupgrade
where : <IP address> is the IP address of the MTM400 unit.
Figure 9: Entering the BIOS upgrade command
10. This begins the BIOS upgrade. The process should take no longer than 15
seconds. On successful completion of the BIOS upgrade, a message is
displayed in the browser and the buttons in the Device view are active.
CAUTION. Do not proceed until all four buttons in the Device view have been
active (either red, green, or yellow) for more than 20 seconds.
If the upgrade is unsuccessful, the original BIOS will be reinstated, if possible,
and the MTM400 will automatically restart.
11. Close the Internet Explorer and then close the Device Firmware Upload
dialog box.
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Verify the BIOS Version
12. Using the Device view Information screen, check that the BIOS version
matches the BIOS uploader version as shown in Figure 10.
Figure 10: Verifying the BIOS version
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Upgrade the MTM400 Firmware
CAUTION. To prevent upgrading problems, you must clear the Device Log
immediately before uploading the firmware.
1. In the Device view, select Log to display the Device Log screen. Select
Clear Log to clear the device log (see Figure 11).
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Figure 11: Clearing the Device Log
2. In the Device view, select Config to display the Device Configuration screen.
3. To upload the device firmware, select Upload Device Firmware as shown in
Figure 6 on page 13. This opens the Device Firmware Upload window (see
Figure 12).
4. Click the Browse button and navigate to the location of the upgrade files.
Select the MTM400 firmware file.
For example, MTM400 v2.1.0.hex.
NOTE. For the MTM400 firmware upgrade to be successful, the file must be
copied from the CD-ROM to a writable location such as the local hard drive.
5. Select Start to upload the firmware (see Figure 12).
6. The firmware upgrade process may take a few minutes to complete. While
the process completes, the four buttons in the Device view will remain
grayed out. The MTM400 will be automatically restarted when the process
has completed.
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Figure 12: Device Firmware Upload window
7. When all four buttons in the Device view have been active for more than
20 seconds (colored red, green, or yellow), and the progress bar in the
Device Firmware Upload dialog is full as shown in Figure 13, the firmware
is successfully loaded.
CAUTION. Do not proceed until all four buttons in the Device view have been
active (colored red, green or yellow) for more than 20 seconds.
8. Select Close when the process is complete or to terminate the process.
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Figure 13: Completing the MTM400 firmware upload
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9. When the MTM400 instrument contains an interface card, or when an
interface card is added, programming of the card will start automatically as
soon as the processor firmware has finished uploading or when the unit is
restarted.
The progress of the programming can be observed in the Device Log view.
The following messages will be displayed:
<Date> <Time> <Event ID> Interface card: CIP Firmware
Programming Started
The Input Card button on the Stream view bar will not be displayed until
programming of the interface card is complete.
CAUTION. Programming of the interface card can take up to ten minutes. Do not
remove power from or restart the MTM400 unit during that time. If the process
fails, programming will automatically restart.
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Verify the Upgrade
To verify the upgrade, check the values displayed in the Device Information
view. Before this can be done, the MTM400 user interface (including the
browser) must be closed and restarted.
1. Open the MTM400 user interface and log on (refer to Identify the Current
BIOS and Firmware Versions on page 8).
2. In the Device view, select Info to display the Device Information view as
shown in Figure 14. The view details the software and hardware build state
of the MTM400. (The values shown in Figure 14 may differ from the values
shown on your display.)
NOTE. With firmware version 2.1.0, the information shown in the Device
Information view (see Figure 14) changed from the previous firmware version.
The Device Information view for firmware version 2.0.7 and earlier is shown in
Figure 3 on page 9.
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Figure 14: Device view - Information
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3. In the Device Information view, verify that the following items:
CAUTION. The BIOS version displayed should not be less than 2.07. Earlier
BIOS versions are not able to decompress the new Processor board software
uploads correctly.
Enter the New License Key
Each MTM400 requires a license key to enable functionality. When new or
upgraded functions are added to the MTM400, you may have to enter a new
license key before the new functions will be enabled. If a new license key was
shipped with this upgrade kit, perform the following steps to enter the new
license key:
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HApplication Firmware Version. This version number should now match
the MTM400 firmware number listed in the name of the firmware .hex
file you copied from the CD-ROM supplied with this kit.
HBIOS Version. This version number should be 2.07 or higher.
1. Select Upload License from the Device Configuration window (see Figure 6
on page 13) to open the License Upload dialog box.
2. In the License Upload dialog box (see Figure 15), enter the new License Key
supplied with this kit, and then click Upload.
3. A progress message will be displayed as the license key is loaded.
NOTE. Once the license key is entered, it is stored on the MTM400. The license is
specific to a single MTM400 instrument.
Figure 15: Entering the software license key
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Install the New Interface Board
Perform the following steps to install the interface board supplied with this kit.
CAUTION. To prevent installation failure of the GbE interface board, install the
software provided in the upgrade kit before you install the GbE circuit board.
Preparation
Remove the Instrument
Cover
If necessary, disconnect any signal and power cables from the instrument,
remove the instrument from the instrument rack, and then place the instrument
on a static-free workbench.
WARNING. To prevent serious injury or death from electrical shock, do not
operate the instrument with the cover or panels removed. Disconnect power from
the instrument before removing the covers or panels.
CAUTION. Only qualified personnel should perform this procedure. Read the
Service Safety Summary located at the beginning of these instructions before
performing the following procedure.
1. Remove the 21 cover retaining screws (see Figure 16) and lift the cover clear
of the instrument.
21 off x T10
TORX screws
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Figure 16: Removing the instrument cover
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Remove the Installed
Interface Board
2. Locate the interface board in your instrument (see Figure 17 and Figure 18).
The interface board is mounted on the right side of the instrument as viewed
from the rear.
3. If your instrument does not have an interface board already installed, proceed
to step 10 on page 29.
4. If your instrument has an interface board already installed, use Figure 17,
Figure 18, and Figure 19 to determine which type of interface board is
installed.
CAUTION. To avoid incorrectly installing the interface board, be sure to follow
the removal directions for the type of interface board that is installed in your
instrument. There are three types of interface boards as shown in Figure 17,
Figure 18, and Figure 19. Each board type has different cable connections.
5. If a QAM (Annex A), QAM (Annex B, old version), QAM (Annex C), or
QPSK (L-Band) interface board is currently installed, perform the following
steps. Table 9 describes the cable connections to these interface boards.
Otherwise, proceed to step 6.
a. Disconnect the two coaxial cables from the SMB connectors labeled
I/P and O/P (see Figure 17). These are push-fit connectors.
b. If you are going to install a QAM (Annex B, new version), 8PSK,
8VSB, COFDM, or GbE interface board, completely remove the two
coaxial cables by removing them from the connectors labeled I/P A and
O/P A on the TS Processor board.
NOTE. Leave the two coaxial cables connected to the TS Processor board if you
are going to install a QAM (Annex A), QAM (Annex B, old version), QAM
(Annex C), or QPSK (L-Band) interface board.
c.Disconnect the eight-wire power cable from the connector labeled J7 on
the interface board.
d. Proceed to step 8 on page 26.
Table 9: QAM (Annex A), QAM (Annex B, old version), QAM (Annex C), and QPSK (L-Band) board connectors
Interface board connectionCable typeConnects to locationFunction
P1Eight wiresJ7 on Power Distribution boardPower
O/PMiniature coaxialI/P A on TS Processor boardData (serializer)
I/PMiniature coaxialO/P A on TS Processor boardData (serializer)
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Coaxial
cables
Eight-wire
power cable
Interface
board
Figure 17: QAM (Annex A), QAM (Annex B, old version), QAM (Annex C), and QPSK
(L-Band) interface board installation
Ribbon
cable
Eight-wire
power cable
Interface
board
Figure 18: QAM (Annex B, new version), 8PSK, 8VSB, and COFDM interface board
installation
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Ribbon
cable
Eight-wire
power cable
Interface
board
Figure 19: GbE interface board installation
6. If a QAM (Annex B, new version), 8PSK, 8VSB, or COFDM interface
board is currently installed, perform the following steps. Table 10 describes
the cable connections to these interface boards. Otherwise, proceed to step 7.
a. Disconnect the ribbon cable from the connector labeled J14 on the
interface board (see Figure 18).
b. If you are going to install a QAM (Annex A), QAM (Annex B, old
version), QAM (Annex C), or QPSK (L-Band) interface board,
completely remove the ribbon cable by removing it from the connector
labeled J750 on the TS Processor board.
NOTE. Leave the ribbon cable connected to the TS Processor board if your are
going to install a QAM (Annex B, new version), 8PSK, 8VSB, COFDM, or GbE
interface board.
c.Disconnect the eight-wire power cable from the connector labeled JR1
on the interface board.
d. Proceed to step 8 on page 26.
Table 10: QAM (Annex B, new version), 8PSK, 8VSB, and COFDM interface board connectors
Interface board connectionCable typeConnects to locationFunction
JR1Eight wiresJ7 on Power Distribution boardPower
J14RibbonJ750 on TS Processor boardData (serializer)
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7. If a GbE interface board is currently installed, perform the following steps.
Table 11 describes the cable connections to this interface board.
a. Disconnect the ribbon cable from the connector labeled J10 on the
interface board (see Figure 19).
b. If you are going to install a QAM (Annex A), QAM (Annex B, old
version), QAM (Annex C), or QPSK (L-Band) interface board,
completely remove the ribbon cable by removing it from the connector
labeled J750 on the TS Processor board.
NOTE. Leave the ribbon cable connected to the TS Processor board if your are
going to install a QAM (Annex B, new version), 8PSK, 8VSB, or COFDM
interface board.
c.Disconnect the eight-wire power cable from the connector labeled J8 on
the interface board.
Table 11: GbE interface board connectors
Interface board connectionCable typeConnects to locationFunction
J8Eight wiresJ7 on Power Distribution boardPower
J10RibbonJ750 on TS Processor boardControl data
8. Remove the retaining screws from the interface board as described below:
a. For QAM (Annex A), QAM (Annex B, old version), QAM (Annex C),
and QPSK (L-Band) interface boards, remove the four retaining screws
from the board and remove the three retaining screws from the rear panel
as shown in Figure 20.
b. For QAM (Annex B, new version), 8PSK, 8VSB, and COFDM,
interface boards, remove the six retaining screws from the board and
remove the three retaining screws from the rear panel as shown in
Figure 21.
c.For GbE interface boards, remove the six retaining screws from the
board and remove the three retaining screws from the rear panel as
shown in Figure 22.
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Retaining
screws (4)
Retaining screws (3)
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Figure 20: Retaining screw locations for QAM (Annex A), QAM (Annex B, old
version), QAM (Annex C), and QPSK (L-BAND) interface boards
Retaining screws (6)
Retaining screws (3)
Figure 21: Retaining screw locations for QAM (Annex B, new version), 8PSK, 8VSB,
and COFDM interface boards
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Retaining screws (6)
Retaining screws (3)
Figure 22: Retaining screw locations for GbE interface board
9. Lift the interface board clear of the instrument and place the board on a
static-free surface.
CAUTION. To prevent static damage to the removed board, be sure to store the
board in static-free packaging. Failure to properly store the board may result in
the board needing repair before it will operate properly when reinstalled.
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Install the New Interface
Board
10. If an interface board was not previously installed in the instrument, a blank
cover is installed on the right side of the rear panel (as viewed from the rear
of the instrument). If your instrument has a blank cover, remove the three
retaining screws and remove the blank cover.
11. Place the new interface board into the right side of the instrument (as viewed
from the rear of the instrument). See Figure 17 and Figure 18 on page 24.
12. Line up the mounting points and install the retaining screws as described
below:
a. For QAM (Annex A), QAM (Annex B, old version), QAM (Annex C),
and QPSK (L-Band) interface boards, install the four retaining screws in
the board and install the three retaining screws in the rear panel as shown
in Figure 20.
b. For QAM (Annex B, new version), 8PSK, 8VSB, and COFDM interface
boards, install the six retaining screws in the board and install the three
retaining screws in the rear panel as shown in Figure 21.
c.For GbE interface boards, install the six retaining screws in the board
and install the three retaining screws in the rear panel as shown in
Figure 22.
13. Connect the signal and power cables as described below.
CAUTION. To prevent damage to the interface board connectors, do not use
unnecessary force to connect the cables. All of the connectors are polarized and
they will only fit into their respective socket in one way.
a. For QAM (Annex A), QAM (Annex B, old version), QAM (Annex C),
and QPSK (L-Band) interface boards, make the following cable
connections. Refer to Table 9 on page 23 for a description of the cable
connections for these interface boards.
HConnect one coaxial cable from the connector labeled O/P on the
interface board to the connecter labeled I/P A on the TS Processor
board. This is a push-fit connector. See Figure 23 for cable locations.
HConnect the other coaxial cable from the connector labeled I/P on
the interface board to the connecter labeled O/P A on the TS
Processor board.
HConnect the eight-wire power cable from P1 on the interface board
to J7 on the Power Distribution board.
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Coaxial
cables
Eight-wire
power cable
Interface
board
Figure 23: Cable connections for QAM (Annex A), QAM (Annex B, old version),
QAM (Annex C), and QPSK (L-Band) interface boards
b. For QAM (Annex B, new version), 8PSK, 8VSB, and COFDM interface
boards, make the following cable connections. Refer to Table 10 on
page 25 for a description of the cable connections for these interface
boards.
HConnect the ribbon cable from the connector labeled J14 on the
interface board to the connecter labeled J750 on the TS Processor
board. See Figure 24 for cable locations.
HConnect the eight-wire power cable from JR1 on the interface board
to J7 on the Power Distribution board.
HVerify that the two coaxial cables on the interface board are firmly
attached to their connectors.
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Ribbon
cable
Installation Instructions
Eight-wire
cable
Coaxial
cables
Interface
board
Figure 24: Cable connections for QAM (Annex B, new version), 8PSK, 8VSB, and
COFDM interface boards
Eight-wire
cable
Ribbon
cable
Interface
board
Figure 25: Cable connections for GbE interface board
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14. Line up the instrument top cover and replace the 21 retaining screws (see
Affix the Installation Label
Affix the label supplied in the kit to the top of the instrument. Instructions are
supplied with the new label.
c.For GbE interface boards, make the following cable connections. Refer
to Table 11 on page 26 for a description of the cable connections for
these interface boards.
HConnect the ribbon cable from the connector labeled J10 on the
interface board to the connecter labeled J750 on the TS Processor
board. See Figure 25 for cable locations.
HConnect the eight-wire power cable from J8 on the interface board to
J7 on the Power Distribution board.
Figure 16 on page 22).
Connect the ASI Cable
The QAM (Annex B, new version), 8PSK, 8VSB, COFDM, and GbE interface
boards are shipped with an ASI cable that enables you to monitor ASI and RF
signals (for example, both the input and output of a modulator). Perform the
following steps to install the cable:
1. For QAM (Annex B, new version), 8PSK, 8VSB, and COFDM interface
boards only, perform the following steps:
a. Connect an ASI signal from the modulator to the interface card ASI In.
b. Connect the ASI cable supplied in this kit between the ASI/
SMPTE310M Out connector on the interface card to the ASI In
connector on the Transport Stream Processor card (see Figure 26).
c.Select the signal to monitor using the Stream view configuration screen.
NOTE. The QAM (Annex A), QAM (Annex B, old version), QAM (Annex C), and
QPSK (L-Band) interface cards do not need an external cable connection since
these interface boards are connected to the Transport Stream Processor card
inside the instrument.
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Figure 26: Monitoring ASI and RF signals - QAM (Annex B, new version), 8PSK, 8VSB, and COFDM interfaces only
2. For GbE interface boards only, if you want to monitor ASI and GbE signals,
perform the following steps:
a. Connect an ASI signal from the modulator to the interface card
ASI/SMPTE310M In connector.
b. Connect the ASI cable supplied in this kit between the ASI/
SMPTE310M Out connector on the interface card to the ASI In
connector on the Transport Stream Processor card (see Figure 27).
c.Select the signal to monitor using the Stream view configuration screen.
Figure 27: Monitoring ASI and GbE signals - GbE interface only
SFP module
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Install the SFP Module (GbE Interface Only)
WARNING. To prevent possible exposure to hazardous laser radiation, use only
Class 1 lasers as defined in the USA Federal Regulations CDRH 21 CFR 1040
and IEC/EN 60825/A2:2001.
For GbE interface boards only, perform the following steps to install the SFP
module supplied with your board. Figure 28 shows an SFP module with the
optical port plug.
Figure 28: SFP module and optical port plug
CAUTION. To prevent damage to the SFP module, remove power from the
instrument before removing or inserting the SFP module.
1. If necessary, remove power from the instrument.
2. Insert the SFP module into the rear-panel SFP 1000 connector as shown
below. When fully inserted, the SFP module is latched in position.
SFP module installed
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Figure 29: SFP module - installed
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WARNING. To prevent possible exposure to hazardous laser radiation, be sure to
install the optical port plug in the SFP module when no fiber cable is connected
to the module.
3. Remove the optical port plug (see Figure 28) from the SFP module and
insert the optical fiber cable into the SFP module. When fully inserted, the
cable connector is latched in position.
Figure 30: SFP module - connected
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Verify the Hardware Options
Perform the procedures in this section to verify that the required hardware option
has been installed and is functioning correctly.
Preparation
The verification procedures require the following conditions:
HThe MTM400 is powered up and connected to a network
HA suitable input signal is connected to the interface board
HThe signal under test is known to be good
HThe user is familiar with the technical characteristics of the signal under test
HThe user is familiar with the MTM400 user interface (refer to the MTM400
MPEG Transport Stream Monitor User Manual included with this kit)
HThe user is logged on to the MTM400 as the Administrator (instructions are
provided in Identify the Current BIOS and Firmware Versions starting on
page 8)
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Verify the Hardware Options
Select the Interface Board
Perform the following steps to select the new interface board:
1. From the user interface Hot Spot view, see Figure 31, click the Stream
Figure 31: Hotspot view
2. Select Config from the Stream view button bar (see Figure 32).
button.
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Figure 32: Stream view button bar
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Verify the Hardware Options
3. On the Stream Configuration screen, select the desired interface from the
Interface drop-down list. Figure 33 shows the QAM (Annex A) interface
being selected.
NOTE. If the required interface entry is not available in the drop-down list, one
of the following events has occurred:
HInsufficient time was allowed for the interface board to be detected and
programmed. After upgrading the firmware, installing the board and
powering up the unit, the interface board will take up to ten minutes to be
programmed and recognized.
HThe startup routine failed to detect the new board after ten minutes.
Remedy: Power down the instrument and reapply power.
HThe interface board was not installed correctly in the instrument.
Remedy: After powering down and disconnecting any cables, remove the top
cover and verify the presence of the board and its connections. Replace the
top cover, reconnect any cables to the instrument, and apply power.
Figure 33: Selecting the interface
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Verify the Hardware Options
Configure the Interface
After you select the desired interface board type, click the Config button to
access the Settings window for the selected interface type. Figure 34 shows the
Settings window for the QPSK (L-Band) interface. The Settings windows for the
other interfaces have a similar appearance.
Refer to the MTM400 MPEG Transport Stream Monitor User Manual for
detailed information about the configuration settings for your interface type, and
then use the Settings window to configure the interface as needed for your
application.
NOTE. Refer to the Specification sectionintheMTM400 MPEG Transport
Stream Monitor Technical Reference (071-1560-xx) for information about the
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Reinstall the WebMSM Software
If you own the WebMSM software, you must reinstall WebMSM and the
WebMSM Configuration Editor as part of this upgrade. The necessary files are
available on the Tektronix Web site, www.tektronix.com.
The following steps are required:
HDownload the WebMSM software from the Tektronix Web site. There are
two software files to download: WebMSM Application and WebMSM
Configuration Editor.
HUninstall WebMSM and WebMSM Configuration Editor.
HInstall WebMSM and WebMSM Configuration Editor.
All configuration files and enabled options will be retained.
Uninstall the WebMSM Software
1. At the computer containing WebMSM, run Setup for the WebMSM
application.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions and remove the WebMSM application.
Uninstall the WebMSM Configuration Editor
1. At the computer containing the WebMSM Configuration Editor, run Setup
for the WebMSM Configuration Editor.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions and remove the WebMSM Configuration
Editor.
Install the WebMSM Software
1. Run Setup for the WebMSM application.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions and install the WebMSM application.
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Reinstall the WebMSM Software
Install the WebMSM Configuration Editor
1. Run Setup for the WebMSM Configuration Editor.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions and install the WebMSM Configuration
Editor.
If you require further information regarding either WebMSM or the WebMSM
Configuration Editor, refer to the Web Monitoring System Manager User Manual
(Tektronix part number 071-1239-xx).
Technical Support
If the upgrade is unsuccessful, please contact Tektronix Technical Support.
Ensure that the serial number for your MTM400 is available.
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