6800/7000 series audio and video multi-demultiplexing products (230 pages)
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6800/7000 Series Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Edition B 175-000076-00...
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6800/7000 Series Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Edition B February 2003...
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Purpose Audience Writing Conventions 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual This manual details the features, installation procedures, operational procedures, and specifications of the 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products. This manual is written for technicians and operators responsible for installation, setup, and/or operation of the 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products.
Preface Revision History Edition Date May 1998 February 2003 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Revision History Initial release. • Updated information. • General reformatting and reorganization of material.
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Summary of the 6800/7000 Series Product Manuals 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Audio/Video/Mux and Demultiplexing Manual Chapter 1 ADC-6801 CAV to SDI Converter Module Chapter 2 ADC-6880 Analog to AES/EBU Digital Converter Chapter 3 ADM/ASM-680x Embedded Audio Monitoring Module Chapter 4 DAC-6801 Digital to Analog Component Converter...
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VSM-6804 Digital Composite Video Signal Monitor Module Chapter 14 VSR-4041 Serial Video Router Module LogoMotion Manual Chapter 1 Logo Utilities for 6800 Series Modules Chapter 2 LGI-6801 Serial Digital Logo Generator/Inserter Module Chapter 3 VES-6801 Flash EPROM Side Module Chapter 4...
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6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Frames and Power Supply Manual Chapter 1 Mounting Frames Chapter 2 FR-6801/FR-6801-1 Frames Chapter 3 FR-6804/FR-6804-1 Frames Chapter 4 CF-6801 Cooling Frame Chapter 5 FR-7001 and FR-7000MB MIXBOX Chapter 6 6801PS Power Supply Module Chapter 7 6804(-1) Power Supply Module...
Unpacking/Shipping Information Installation Information 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual This product has been carefully inspected, tested and calibrated before shipment to ensure years of stable and troublefree service. Please check the equipment for any visible damage which may have occurred during transit.
Preface Important Safety Instructions Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Servicing Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
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Injury Precautions 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Protective ground (earth) terminal. Fuse: Replace with same type and rating of fuse. Observe precautions for handling electrostatic-sensitive devices. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
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Preface 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual AVIS - Risque de choc electrique. Ne pas ouvrir.
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Preface Use Proper Power Cord To avoid fire hazard, use only the power cord specified for this product. Ground the Product Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
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Preface Product Damage Precautions Use Proper Power Source Do not operate this product from a power source that supplies more than the specified voltage. Use Proper Voltage Setting Before applying power, ensure that the line selector is in the proper position for the power source being used.
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Preface Do not use this apparatus near water Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing water. Ensure that no objects filled with liquid, such as vases or cups, are placed on the apparatus. Clean only with a dry cloth Keep Product Away from Heat Sources Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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Preface Battery Use Warnings CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY PLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER. DISCARD USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS. [FI Finland] VAROITUS: Paristo voi rajahtaa, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu.
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Preventing Electrostatic Discharge 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage components in the product. To prevent ESD, observe these precautions when directed to do so: • Use a Ground Strap. Wear a grounded antistatic wrist strap to discharge the static voltage from your body while installing or removing sensitive components.
Preface Certifications and Compliances This product has been tested and found to comply with the following CE, FCC, UL, ICES and CSA standards: EMC Standards EN55014 EN55022 EN55103-1 EN55103-2 EN61000-4-2 EN61000-4-3 EN61000-4-4 EN61000-4-5 EN61000-4-6 EN61000-4-11 Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations- Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance characteristics of electric motor-operated and thermal appliances for household and similar purposes, electric...
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Safety Standards Safety Standards (6801PS-48) Only 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual per the provision of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/ 336/EEC of 3 May 1989 as amended by 92/31EEC of 28 April 1992 and 93/68/EEC, Article 5 of 22 July 1993.
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Preface Safety Standards: (6801PS-1-48) Only xviii EN 60950-2000 Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment (IEC-60950:1999), per the provision of the Low-Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC of February 19, 1973 as amended by 93/68/EEC. UL 1950 Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment.
6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 1: AES-6880 AES/EBU Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier Module ...1 Overview ... 1 Board Layout and Functionality ... 2 Functional Block Diagram ...2 Equalization Adjustment ... 3 Manual Equalization ... 3 Automatic Equalization ...
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Contents Chapter 3: EDH-6800-2 EDH Detection/Insertion Serial Distribution Amplifier Module... 23 Chapter 4: USM-6800 PAL/NTSC Monitoring Encoder Module... 33 xxii Network Configurations ... 17 Small Network ... 17 Mid-Size Network ... 18 Large Network ... 19 User Interface ... 20 Indicators and Controls ...
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6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 5: VDA-6830 Video Distribution Amplifier Module ...43 Overview ... 43 Specifications ... 44 Input ... 44 Output ... 44 Performance ... 45 Temperature ... 45 Installation ... 46 Operational Adjustments ...
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Contents Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series ... 63 xxiv Overview ... 63 VPD-6830 Series DAs ... 64 Cables ... 64 Installation ... 65 VPD-6830-CLP ... 65 VPD-6830-CLP Specifications ... 67 Input ... 67 Output ... 67 Performance ... 67 Clamp ...
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6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual VPD-6830 DLY Specifications ... 85 Input ... 85 Output ... 85 Performance ... 85 Clamp ... 87 Temperature ... 87 Power Requirements ... 87 VPD-6830-DLY240 ... 88 Configuration ... 88 VPD-6830-DLY Series ...
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Contents Chapter 12: VSM-6802 Digital Composite Video Signal Monitor Module... 105 Chapter 13: VSM-6804 Digital Composite Video Signal Monitor Module... 109 Chapter 14: VSR-4041 Serial Video Router Module...115 xxvi Overview ... 105 Specifications ... 106 Video ... 106 Serial Outputs ... 106 Analog Output (NTSC or PAL) ...
Chapter 1 AES-6880 AES/EBU Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier Module Overview The AES-6880 is a differential input, eight output; AES/EBU digital audio distribution amplifier. Using Coaxial Cable, The AES-6880 digital audio distribution amplifier features cable auto-equalization, data reclocking, and incoming data error detection and reporting.The error detection and reporting features utilize front-mounted LEDs and an external alarm contact closure.
Chapter 1: AES-6880 AES/EBU Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier Module Board Layout and Functionality The following diagrams show the layout and functionality of the AES-6880 board. Functional Block Diagram Cable Coax Input Manual Auto Mode Select Auto Manual EQ Adjust Figure 1-1. AES-6880 Printed Circuit Board Reclocked Reconstruction ALL OK...
Equalization Adjustment Equalization Adjustment Manual Equalization Automatic Equalization The factory default configurations for J1 is in the “Auto” position, and the Manual equalization adjustment potentiometer (R19) is set for zero compensation. 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 1: AES-6880 AES/EBU Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier Module The AES-6880 distribution amplifier provides two options for equalization adjustment: Manual and Automatic.
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Chapter 1: AES-6880 AES/EBU Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier Module Manual EQ Adjust Green LED All OK No Lock Red LED Bi-Phase Code Red LED Parity Red LED Red LED Confidence Red LED Validity Red LED Alarm Red LED Figure 1-3. AES-6880 Card-Edge View 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Equalization Adjustment Auto...
Error Detection and Reporting Error Detection and Reporting 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 1: AES-6880 AES/EBU Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier Module The AES-6880 DA constantly monitors the incoming AES data stream and reports the following error conditions via the LED indicators mounted near the card’s front edge.
Chapter 1: AES-6880 AES/EBU Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier Module User Configurable Contact Closure Alarm Indicator A red LED mounted under the Error LEDs on the front edge of the DA card provides a user-configurable Contact Closure alarm indicator. When this LED is on, the external alarm contact closure is asserted, indicating an error has occurred.
Error Detection and Reporting External Alarm 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 1: AES-6880 AES/EBU Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier Module An external alarm may be connected to an FR-6800 or FR-7000 series frame housing this and other DAs. The alarm is shared by all the DA modules housed within the frame.
Chapter 1: AES-6880 AES/EBU Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier Module Specifications Inputs Output Item Specification Number of Inputs Input Coupling Transformer Coupling 75 W Input Impedance Input Return Loss >30 dB Normal Input Signal 1.0 Vp-p Level Minimum Input 0.1 Vp-p Signal Level Item Specification...
Specifications Power Supply 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 1: AES-6880 AES/EBU Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier Module The power supply equipped in either an FR-6800 or FR-7000 series frame is appropriate for the AES-6880. The power supply supplies ±6.5 V to the module.
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Chapter 1: AES-6880 AES/EBU Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier Module Specifications 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual...
Chapter 2 DNH-6800 DigiNet Hub Module Overview The DNH-6800 DigiNet Hub module connects up to nine separate DigiNet cable segments into one logical control network, making it possible to span large physical distances and support a greater number of unit nodes without degradation of signal quality due to attenuation and return loss.
Specifications Specifications Total Power Dissipation DigiNet Ports 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Opertion Manual Item Maximum (heavy traffic) Minimum (no traffic) Item Number Type Location Number Type Location Network Protocol Signaling Levels Return Loss Chapter 2: DNH-6800 DigiNet Hub Module Specification 250 mA @ 6.5V (positive rail 1.50 W, negative rail 0.3 W,...
Chapter 2: DNH-6800 DigiNet Hub Module Maximum Unit Nodes Item Specification Per Port (Channels 1- 8) Maximum Cable Length 1000 ft (300 m) with new transceivers 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Opertion Manual Specifications...
Installation Installation Mounting Requirements Cooling 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Opertion Manual The DNH-6800 is designed to be used in a 1RU FR-680x and FR-7001 frame, or a 2RU FR-680x frame. A 1RU frame will accommodate a maximum of Four DNH-6800s, while a 2RU will accommodate a maximum of Ten DNH-6800s.
Connections Channel 0 is connected to the dedicated DigiNet port (AUX B) of a given 6800 series frame. To allow several DNHs to be contained within a single frame without excessive loading of the transceivers, it is not terminated. Auxiliary B (Channel 0) can be disabled to allow several DNH modules in a single frame to be isolated from each other.
Network Configurations Network Configurations Small Network DigiNet DigiNet Node Node Termination 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Opertion Manual The most suitable configuration for a network is dependent upon its size. Examples of small, medium, and large networks are shown in the following sections.
Chapter 2: DNH-6800 DigiNet Hub Module Mid-Size Network A mid-size network is defined as having between 50 to 500 unit nodes. It includes DigiNet Hub modules. DNH-6800 Figure 2-3. DNH-6800 Mid-Size Network 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Opertion Manual Network Configurations NODE NODE...
Network Configurations Large Network Nodes This type of configuration limits delay by ensuring that the signal travels through a maximum of three Hubs. 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Opertion Manual A large network is defined as having over 500 unit nodes. Figure 2-4 illustrates a constant signal delay.
Chapter 2: DNH-6800 DigiNet Hub Module User Interface Indicators and Controls The user interface consists of LEDs that indicate various states or activities, a jumper for disabling Channel 0, and a Reset button. These are described in the table below and shown in Figure 2-5 on page 21. Indicators and Controls Power LED...
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User Interface Status LEDs Red = Collision Green = Activity Port 0 (Internal) Port 1 Port 2 Port 3 Port 4 Port 5 Port 6 Port 7 Port 8 Power LED Jam LED 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Opertion Manual FR-680X Internal Port Disable Reset Button...
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Chapter 2: DNH-6800 DigiNet Hub Module User Interface 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Opertion Manual...
EDH-6800-2 EDH Detection/Insertion Serial Distribution Amplifier Module Overview EDH analysis is not currently available for 360 Mb/s mode. 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual The EDH-6800-2 is a versatile serial distribution amplifier that also functions as a digital video Error Detection and Handling (EDH) check word analyzer and decoder.
Chapter 3: EDH-6800-2 EDH Detection/Insertion Serial Distribution Amplifier Module Specifications Serial Video Input Item Standards Connector Impedance Return Loss Signal Level Common Mode Rej. Equalization Serial Video Outputs Item Number of Outputs Standards Connector Impedance Return Loss Signal Level Specification •...
Specifications Control Interface Power 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 3: EDH-6800-2 EDH Detection/Insertion Serial Distribution Amplifier Module Item Specification DC Offset 0 V ± 0.5 V Rise and Fall Time 400-700 ps (20 to 80% amplitude) 10% of amplitude (all output t Overshoot Item...
Chapter 3: EDH-6800-2 EDH Detection/Insertion Serial Distribution Amplifier Module Installation The EDH-6800-2 module can be installed in an FR-680x and FR-7001 series frame, as well as either an FR-7000MB or EDH-6800-2MB MIX BOX frame. When installed into a FR-7001 or MIX BOX frame, a corresponding back module is required.
Controls, Indicators, and Jumpers Controls, Indicators, and Jumpers Switches 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 3: EDH-6800-2 EDH Detection/Insertion Serial Distribution Amplifier Module The following sections list the EDH-6800-2 switches, LEDs, and jumpers. Switch Description Con/Lat (SW1) Latching/continuous error indication switch.
Chapter 3: EDH-6800-2 EDH Detection/Insertion Serial Distribution Amplifier Module Switch Frame ID (SW4, SW5) All EDH-6800-2 (and similar) modules should have the same setting for the Frame ID switches. This is not strictly necessary if 9000SSN Frame ID is in use, since all modules in the same frame will use the same 9000SSN Frame ID.
Controls, Indicators, and Jumpers 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 3: EDH-6800-2 EDH Detection/Insertion Serial Distribution Amplifier Module Description Alarm Alarm indication. This LED lights when errors are detected in the input digital video data. The type of error that triggers this LED is configured by the FF/AP jumper.
Chapter 3: EDH-6800-2 EDH Detection/Insertion Serial Distribution Amplifier Module Jumpers Jumper 525/625 FF/AP Remote EN/ EDH On/Off Description Forces the line standard to 525, 625, or auto. This jumper allows you to set the EDH-6800-2 configuration to the known line standard of either 525 or 625.
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Controls, Indicators, and Jumpers Both jumpers (J5 and J8) must be configured identically. And all EDH-6800-2 (and similar) modules in the same frame must be configured identically (FR-ID On or Off). 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 3: EDH-6800-2 EDH Detection/Insertion Serial Distribution Amplifier Module Jumper Description...
Chapter 3: EDH-6800-2 EDH Detection/Insertion Serial Distribution Amplifier Module Fault Reporting Output The fault-reporting optically-isolated output is accessible at the rear RJ11 connector of the FR-680X series frame. RJ11 pins 3 and 4 are used as negative and positive terminals respectively. The output is open when no errors are occurring, is closed with frame power removed, and pulses closed for the duration of a field with EDH errors (as configured by the FF/AP jumper).
Chapter 4 USM-6800 PAL/NTSC Monitoring Encoder Module Overview The USM-6800 offers the combination of a 4 output NTSC/PAL encoder and a 4 Output serial distribution amplifier. It is capable of removing jitter from the 4:2:2 serial signal before encoding and conversion to analog.
Chapter 4: USM-6800 PAL/NTSC Monitoring Encoder Module Features The USM-6800 has the following features: • Vertical blanking Pass/Blank If the serial input is lost, the • On/Off Set Up outputs will be black. • • On/Off Chroma • • • •...
Specifications Specifications Serial Video Input Serial Video Outputs 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4: USM-6800 PAL/NTSC Monitoring Encoder Module Item Specification Standards SMPTE: 259 M-C; 270 Mb/s, 525/625 Connector BNC per IEC 169-8 75 W Impedance Return Loss...
Chapter 4: USM-6800 PAL/NTSC Monitoring Encoder Module Composite Analog Outputs Item Number of Outputs Type Impedance Return Loss Signal Level DC Offset Differential Gain Differential Phase Chroma-Luma Delay Power Dissipation Component Analog Outputs Specification NTSC or PAL (input line rate dependent) 75 W 36 dB to 5 MHz 1.0 Vp-p ±...
Chapter 4: USM-6800 PAL/NTSC Monitoring Encoder Module Controls and Indicators The controls and indicators described in the tables below are located at the front edge of the module. Switch 16-position rotary switch 3-position up/down momentary switch Gain and frequency multi-turn potentiometer Status LEDs LEDs...
User Interface User Interface Data is stored to the *EEPROM under the following conditions: Any change in the Mode Select switch position, only if data has changed. -After 30 seconds of inactivity, only if data has changed. There are discrete sets of data for 525 and 625;...
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Chapter 4: USM-6800 PAL/NTSC Monitoring Encoder Module Mode Select Switch Toggle Switch Position ***This configuration decreases board power consumption from 5.4 to 5.0 W and requires that the jumpers be set to Position B. In all other cases, they should be in position A.
User Interface Converting from Component YUV to Four Composite Outputs An extender module is necessary to perform this procedure. Output 7 Video level MUST be set before adjusting the levels at outputs 5, 6 and 8. 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4: USM-6800 PAL/NTSC Monitoring Encoder Module To convert from component YUV to four composite outputs, perform the following procedure:...
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Chapter 4: USM-6800 PAL/NTSC Monitoring Encoder Module User Interface 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual...
Chapter 5 VDA-6830 Video Distribution Amplifier Module Overview The VDA-6830 is a high-performance, high reliability, general-purpose analog video distribution amplifier. This module features a differential input, eight outputs, gain adjustment with a range of -3 dB to +3 dB, and high-frequency response adjustment on the front edge of the module.
Chapter 5: VDA-6830 Video Distribution Amplifier Module Specifications Input Item Video Input Level Subcarrier Input Level Input Impedance Input Return Loss Coupling Common Mode Rejection Ratio Max. Common Mode Signal Range Output Item Number of Outputs Output Impedance Output Return Loss Output Isolation Response Variation Specification...
Specifications Performance Temperature 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 5: VDA-6830 Video Distribution Amplifier Module Item Specification Gain Range -3 dB to + 3 dB 0.02 dB per 10 ° C Gain Stability Frequency Response <...
Chapter 5: VDA-6830 Video Distribution Amplifier Module Installation The VDA-6830 module can be installed in a Leitch FR-680x or FR-7001 series frame, or an FR-7000MB MIX BOX frame. If this module is installed in an FR-7001 series or FR-7000 MB MIX BOX frame, a 6800-M back module is required.
Chapter 6 VEA-6830 Video Distribution Amplifier Module Overview The VEA-6830 is a reliable, high-performance video equalizing distribution amplifier. This module provides continuous variable equalization for up to 1000 ft (300 m) of Belden 8281 coaxial cable. It can also be customized to accommodate other cable types. The VEA-6830 features differential input, eight outputs, gain adjustment with a range of -3 dB to +3 dB, and high-frequency response adjustment on the front edge of the board.
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Equalizing video distribution amplifier for 650 ft (200 m) PSF 1/3 cable VEA-6830-5 Equalizing video distribution amplifier for 800 ft (250 m) Nokia 0.6/2.8 cable VEA-6830-6 Equalizing video distribution amplifier for 800 ft (250 m) VPM2000 cable 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual...
Specifications Specifications Input Output 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 6: VEA-6830 Video Distribution Amplifier Module Item Specification Video Level 1 Vp-p nominal Between 75 W unterminated (jumper-selectable) Impedance Coupling Return Loss • 50 dB to 5 MHz •...
Chapter 6: VEA-6830 Video Distribution Amplifier Module Performance Item Gain Range Gain Stability Frequency Response Differential Gain Item Differential Gain (10-90% APL) Differential Phase (10-90% APL) Line Rate Window Tilt Field Rate Window Tilt S/N Ratio (RMS noise/0.714V) Equalization Range Response Temperature Item...
Installation Installation 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 6: VEA-6830 Video Distribution Amplifier Module The VEA-6830 Video Equalizing Amplifier and VEA-6830-70 Video Equalizing Amplifier for FR-7000 series frames (includes 6800-M rear connector) can be installed into any of the following Leitch mounting frames: Leitch Mounting Frames FR-6801...
Chapter 6: VEA-6830 Video Distribution Amplifier Module Operation A multi-turn Gain potentiometer provides adjustment over a range of -3 to +3 dB. The gain is increased when this pot is adjusted clockwise. Another multi-turn Equalizing potentiometer is used to adjust cable equalization.
Chapter 7 VEA-6840 Video Equalizing Amplifier Module Overview The VEA-6840 is a reliable, high-performance and full-featured equalizing video distribution amplifier. This DA provides a jumper-selectable input coupling mode (DC or AC coupling), and is capable of hard and soft clamping to the composite NTSC and PAL video signal.
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Chapter 7: VEA-6840 Video Equalizing Amplifier Module The VEA-6840 also can compensate various types of cables using different equalization network sub modules installed in the main module. Input Differential Amplifier GAIN Input Coupling Section CLAMP Clamp Mode Selection Soft Clamp Hard Figure 7-1.
Modules 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 7: VEA-6840 Video Equalizing Amplifier Module The VEA-6840 video equalizing amplifier works in an FR-6800 series frame. The following chart describes the available module types: Leitch Product...
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Leitch Product VEA-6840-RMV-5 VEA-6840-RMV-6 Equalization Cable Types Equalizing video distribution amplifier for 800 ft (250 m) Nokia 0.6/2.8 cable with Removable Gain/EQ setting submodule Equalizing video distribution amplifier for 800 ft (250 m) VPM2000 cable with Removable Gain/EQ setting submodule...
Specifications Specifications Input Output 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 7: VEA-6840 Video Equalizing Amplifier Module Item Specification Video Input Level 1 Vp-p nominal Maximum Input Level 2.5 Vp-p centered at 0 V 75 W or high impedance selectable Impedance Coupling DC and AC jumper selectable...
• 0-1000 ft (0 to 300 m) Belden 1694A cable • 0-650 ft (0 to 200 m) PSF 1/3 cable • 0-800 ft (0 to 250 m) Nokia 0.6/2.8 cable • 0-800 ft (0 to 250 m) VPM2000 cable < ±0.05 to 5 MHz <...
Specifications Clamp Temperature Power Requirements 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 7: VEA-6840 Video Equalizing Amplifier Module Item Specification Clamping Accuracy ± 25 mV ± 5 mV 10-90 APL APL Effect Time Constant 3 lines and 7 lines selectable by jumper Item Specification 41°...
Chapter 7: VEA-6840 Video Equalizing Amplifier Module Installation The VEA-6840 module can be installed in any of the Leitch FR-6800 series video equalizing amplifier frames. Termination of unused outputs are not required; however, a perfect response can be obtained if unused outputs are terminated. Removing and Installing the RMV Submodule The VEA-6840-RMV has a Removable Gain/EQ submodule installed that contains the R5 Gain Adjustment potentiometer and the R6 EQ...
Configuration Configuration Clamp Mode HARD CLAMP Input Coupling Shunt positions for Clamp Mode and Input Coupling are illustrated by the symbols printed on the circuit board. Clamp Mode 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 7: VEA-6840 Video Equalizing Amplifier Module SOFT Figure 7-2.
Chapter 7: VEA-6840 Video Equalizing Amplifier Module Operation Submodule A multi-turn potentiometer Gain (R5) allows for adjustment to the gain over a range of ±3 dB. The gain is increased when this potentiometer is adjusted clockwise. Another multi-turn potentiometer EQ (R6) allows for adjustment to the equalization.
Chapter 8 VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series Overview The VPD-6830 Programmable Video DAs are a series of reliable, high- performance, specialized function DAs for some common DA applications. The VPD-6830 series of DAs provide a differential input, eight outputs, a jumper-selectable input coupling mode for DC and AC coupling, soft and hard clamping capability for composite NTSC and PAL video signals, and a continuously variable equalization for various types of...
0 to 3250 ft (1000 m) VPD-6830-DEQ Video Equalizing DA with dual EQ for 1000 ft (300 m) Belden 8281 (or equivalent) and 800 ft (250 m) Nokia 0.6/2.8 VPD-6830-DLY240 Video Equalizing DA with Delay 0 to 240 ns VPD-6830-DLY435...
Installation Installation VPD-6830-CLP Input Differential Amplifier GAIN Input Coupling Section Clamp Mode Selection 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual The VPD-6830 series DAs may be installed into any Leitch FR-6800 series video distribution amplifier. Termination of unused outputs is not required; however, a perfect response can be obtained if unused outputs are terminated.
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Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series Installation Figure 8-2. VPD-6830-CLP Video Equalizing DA with Hard and Soft White Clip. 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual...
VPD-6830-CLP Specifications VPD-6830-CLP Specifications Input Output Performance 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Item Specification Video Input Level 1 Vp-p nominal Maximum Video 2.5 Vp-p centered at 0 V Input Level 75 W or high-impedance-selectable Impedance Coupling DC and AC jumper-selectable...
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• 0 to 1000 ft (300 m) Belden 1694A cable • 0 to 650 ft (200 m) PSF 1/3 cable • 0 to 800 ft (250 m) NOKIA 0.6/2.8 cable • 0 to 800 ft (250 m) VPM2000 cable 125 IRE 110 IRE <...
Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series VPD-6830-CLP Configuration 1. Set the input coupling for either AC or DC coupling using jumpers 2. Set the Clamping mode on jumper J1 to either Soft, Hard or No 3. Adjust the gain over a range of -3 dB to +3 dB using the R5 4.
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VPD-6830-CLP Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series Figure 8-3. VPD-6830-CLP Configuration Figure 8-4. VPD-6830-CLP Card-Edge View 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual...
Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series VPD-6830-XEQ The VPD-6830-XEQ is used to compensate extremely long running cable, up to 3250 ft (1000 m) of Belden 8281. The following diagram describes its functionality: Input Differential Amplifier GAIN Input Coupling Section Clamp Mode Selection CLAMP...
VPD-6830-XEQ Specifications VPD-6830-XEQ Specifications Input Output Performance 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Item Specification Video Input Level 1 Vp-p nominal Maximum Video 2.5 Vp-p centered at 0 V Input Level 75 W or high impedance-selectable Impedance Coupling DC and AC jumper-selectable...
Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series Item EQ Range Response Differential Gain Differential Phase Propagation Delay Clamp Item Clamping Accuracy APL Effect Time Constant Temperature Item Performance Operating Power Requirements Item Power Dissipation Specification > 70 dB measured by VM700A <...
VPD-6830-XEQ VPD-6830-XEQ Configuration The R6 equalization potentiometer on the VEA-6840 (Figure 8-7) is used for continuous equalization adjustments from 0 to 1000 ft (300 m). 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual 1. Set the Input Coupling for either AC or DC coupling using jumpers J2 and J3.
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Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series VPD-6830-XEQ Figure 8-7. VPD-6830-XEQ Jumper Locations Figure 8-8. VPD-6830-XE Card-Edge View 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual...
VPD-6830-DEQ VPD-6830-DEQ 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual The VPD-6830-DEQ uses a different type of cable than is used by the main EQ. The following diagram describes the VPD-6830-DEQ signal flow: Figure 8-9. VPD-6830-DEQ Functional Block Diagram Figure 8-10.
Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series VPD-6830-DEQ Specifications Input Item Video Input Level Maximum Video Input Level Input Impedance Coupling Input Return Loss Max. Common Mode Signal Range Common Mode Rejection Ratio Output Item Number of Outputs Level Impedance Return Loss Output Isolation Response Variation...
• < ±0.05 to 5 MHz Main EQ Response • < ±0.15 dB to 10 MHz Second EQ Range 800 ft (0-250 m) Nokia 0.6/2.8 • < ±0.1 dB to 5 MHz Second EQ Response • < ±0.2 dB to 10 MHz Differential Gain <...
Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series Power Requirements Item Power Dissipation Specifications and designs are subject to change without notice. Specification < 2 W 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual VPD-6830-DEQ Specifications...
Readjustment is not recommended without precise test equipment. See Figure 8-12 on page 82. 6. Turn-off R6 on the main board (counterclockwise to minimum). Adjust R5 on the SBDEQ to obtain the required equalization for Nokia 0.6/2.8 cable. Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series...
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Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series VPD-6830-DEQ Figure 8-11. VPD-6830-DEQ Jumper Locations Figure 8-12. VPD-6830-DEQ Card-Edge View 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual...
VPD-6830-DLY Series VPD-6830-DLY Series Input Differential Amplifier GAIN Input Coupling Section Clamp Mode Selection Clamp 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual The VPD-6830-DLY module series provides selectable amounts of delay, up to 1235 ns. The delay submodule includes a delay line with jumper-selectable delay (0 to 235 ns), fine delay adjust (5 ns range), and a socket for an additional fixed delay line that can be one of 200, 400, 600, 800, or 1000 ns increments.
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Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series VPD-6830-DLY240 VEA-684-RMV VEA-684-RMV VEA-6840 VPD-6830-D VPD-6830-DEQ DELAY VEA-6840 10nS 20nS 40nS 80nS 80nS VPD-6830-D GAIN VPD-6830-XEQ VPD-6830-CLP VPD-6830-DEQ -RMV FARADAY TECHNOLOGY DELAY 10nS 20nS 40nS 80nS 80nS GAIN -RMV Figure 8-14. VPD-6830-DLY Series Version Comparison 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual VPD-6830-DLY Series INPUT COUPLING SETTING FOR J2 AND J3...
VPD-6830 DLY Specifications VPD-6830 DLY Specifications Input Output Performance 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series Input Specification Video Input Level 1 Vp-p nominal Maximum Video 2.5 Vp-p centered at 0 V Input Level 75 W or high impedance selectable Input Impedance...
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• 0 to 1000 ft (300 m) Belden 1694A cable • 0 to 650 ft (200 m) PSF 1/3 cable • 0 to 800 ft (250 m) NOKIA 0.6/2.8 cable • 0 to 800 ft (250 m) VPM2000 cable • 30 to 35 ns VPD-6830-D005 •...
VPD-6830 DLY Specifications Clamp Temperature Power Requirements 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series Item Specification Clamping Accuracy <± 25 mV APL Effect <± 5 mV 10-90 APL Time Constant 3 lines and 7 lines selectable Response <...
Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series VPD-6830-DLY240 Configuration The VPD-6830-DLY240 provides adjustable delay from 0 to 240 ns. The additional delay submodule is shown on the VEA-6840 base card in Figure 8-15 on page 91. To configure the VPD-6830-DLY240: 1.
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VPD-6830-DLY240 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual where a designated amount of delay is used to select a total amount of delay. Each vertical jumper set that is used represents the amount of delay which can be added together to equal the total amount of delay of the DA’s configuration.
Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series VPD-6830-DLY Series Configurations The VPD-6830-DLY435, VPD-6830-DLY635, VPD-883-DLY1035, and the VPD-6830-DLY1235 series provides adjustable delay from 0 to 1235 ns delay. The additional delay submodule is shown on the VEA-6840 base card in Figure 8-15 on page 91. To configure a VPD-6830-DLY series module: 1.
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VPD-6830-DLY Series 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual where a designated amount of delay is used to select a total amount of delay. Each Vertical jumper set that is used represents the amount of delay which can be added together to equal the total amount of delay of the DA’s configuration.
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Chapter 8: VPD-6830 Programmable Video DA Series VPD-6830-DLY Series Figure 8-16. VPD-6830-DLY Series Card-Edge View 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual...
Chapter 9: VSE-6801 Serial Equalizing Amplifier Module Serial Video Outputs Specifications and designs are subject to change without notice. Item Specification Number of Outputs • 259 M-B 143 Mb/s NTSC Standards • 259 M-B 177 Mb/s PAL • 259 M-C 270 Mb/s 525/625 •...
Operation Operation Jumpers LED Indicators 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 9: VSE-6801 Serial Equalizing Amplifier Module Jumper Function Error Reporting The on error closing contact can report the following conditions: J1- No data J2- Equalizer has exceeded the preset cable length Operating Standard J3- Selects Composite operation 143 Mb/s or 177...
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Chapter 9: VSE-6801 Serial Equalizing Amplifier Module EQ Warning Adjust: This sets the point at which the Max EQ indicator is illuminated, factory set to 700 ft (225 m) of Belden. There is one front adjustment on the VSE-6801 (two on the VSE-6801-V) which is factory-set but can be changed if required.
The VSE-6802 also provides an automatic bypass switch to a non-reclock path if the input signal cannot be locked. As are the other distribution amplifiers in the 6800 series, the VSE-6802 is equipped with LED indicators for working conditions and a contact closure port for alarm reporting (See “LED Indicators”, page 100).
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Chapter 10: VSE-6802 Serial Equalizing Distribution Amplifier Module Overview Serial Equalizing Distribution Figure 10-1. VSE-6802 Amplifier 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual...
Specification Specification Operation 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 10: VSE-6802 Serial Equalizing Distribution Amplifier Module Item Specification Input Coupling Transformer Input connector 75 W Input impedance Input Return Loss >18 dB/270 MHz Input Signal Level 800 mV ±...
Chapter 10: VSE-6802 Serial Equalizing Distribution Amplifier Module LED Indicators Name D1 (Green) Data Present D3 (Red) No Data D5 (Red) No Locked D2 (Yellow) 143 MHz D4 (Yellow) 177 MHz D6 (Yellow) 270 MHz D7 (Yellow) 360 MHz D8 (Yellow) 540 MHz 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Specification...
Specification Jumper and Potentiometer 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 10: VSE-6802 Serial Equalizing Distribution Amplifier Module Jumpers and Name Potentiometer Auto Reclock/ 270MHz No-lock Disable No-data Disable R2 (pot) Threshold Level Function This jumper provides the selection of the reclocking mode.
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Chapter 11: VSD-6801 Serial Digital Distribution Amplifier Module Serial Video Outputs Specifications and designs are subject to change without notice Item Specification 75 W Unbalanced Input Impedance Input Return Loss > 18 dB to clock frequency Typical Cable Length 82 ft (25 m) Item Specification Number Of Outputs...
Chapter 12 VSM-6802 Digital Composite Video Signal Monitor Module Overview The VSM-6802 is a monitoring quality digital-to-analog converter for serial digital 4 fsc NTSC signals (4fsc PAL-B signals are not supported). This module has one serial digital input and provides four reclocked serial digital and four composite analog outputs.
Chapter 12: VSM-6802 Digital Composite Video Signal Monitor Module Specifications Video Serial Outputs Analog Output (NTSC or PAL) Item Specification Format Compatibility Serial Component Connector Type BNC per IEC 169-8 Serial Input 75 W Input Impedance Type Unbalanced Return Loss >18 dB to clock frequency Maximum Input 1000 ft (300 m) of Belden 8281 or equivalent (350 m...
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Specifications 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 12: VSM-6802 Digital Composite Video Signal Monitor Module Item Specification Level DC Offset ± 100 mV Frequency Response ± 0.25 dB to 5 MHz Differential Gain 1.5% 2 °...
VSM-6802 module is installed into an FR-7001 series or FR-7000MB MIX BOX frame, a matching back box module is installed on the back of the frame. When this module is installed into a 6800 series frame, only a back panel overlay is required.
Chapter 13 VSM-6804 Digital Composite Video Signal Monitor Module Overview The VSM-6804 is a monitoring quality digital-to-analog converter and color encoder for 4:2:2 component serial digital signals. This module has one serial digital input and provides four reclocked serial digital and four composite analog outputs.
Chapter 13: VSM-6804 Digital Composite Video Signal Monitor Module Specifications Serial Input Serial Outputs Item Specification Format Compatibility 4:2:2 serial component Connector Type BNC per IEC 169-8 75 W Impedance Return Loss >18 dB from 5 MHz to 270 MHz Signal Level 800 mVp-p ±10% Max.
Specifications Composite Analog Output 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 13: VSM-6804 Digital Composite Video Signal Monitor Module Item Specification Standards NTSC, PAL-B, PAL-M Number of Outputs 4 BNC Signal Level 1 Vp-p nominal ± 3 dB adjustable DC Offset ±...
Chapter 13: VSM-6804 Digital Composite Video Signal Monitor Module Installation The VSM-6804 can be installed into a FR-680X Series mounting frame, a FR-7001 series mounting frame or a FR-7000MB MIX BOX frame. A matching back module is required when installed into the FR-7001 or MIX BOX frames.
Installation LED Indicators Interface Switches 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 13: VSM-6804 Digital Composite Video Signal Monitor Module 525 or 625 LED Error LED Switch Setting Standard Select Force 525 Standard Vertical Blanking Vblank Chroma Indication On indicates that the module is operational...
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Chapter 13: VSM-6804 Digital Composite Video Signal Monitor Module Switch Setting Chroma On-Off Setup On-Off Mode Mono Burst Chroma Bandwidth Function Toggles chrominance On/Off. Toggles setup On/Off (active in 525 line input mode only). In the Test mode, the input signal is replaced by internally generated modulated ramp signal;...
VSR-4041 Serial Video Router Module Specifications Video Input Operating Standards 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Item Specification Number of Inputs Connectors 75 W Input Impedance Return Loss Better than 16 dB Equalization Automatic for 200M at 270 Mb/s using Belden Common Mode 30Vp-p up to 60 Hz Range...
Chapter 14: VSR-4041 Serial Video Router Module Switching Point Specifications and designs are subject to change without notice. Item Specification Output Level Fixed 800 mV nominal variable 600 mV to 1 V Equalization Automatic for 650 ft (200 m) at 270 Mb/s using Belden 75 W Output Impedance...
Installation Installation Selecting a Bus Selecting an Operating Standard When Auto is selected, it will cycle through all the standards before selecting the correct standard. If the system operates on a single, known standard, it is recommended that the user select that standard.
Chapter 14: VSR-4041 Serial Video Router Module Selecting V-trig (J10) The V-trig detector circuit uses the embedded line count for 143/177 Mb/s D2 data and the vertical end of active picture information in 270 Mb/s D1 data. If this information is in error or missing, turn the V-trig detector Off.
Adjustment Adjustment 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual Three adjustments are required. To implement these, the following instructions should be carried out: 1. Monitor the output using a deserializer and digital to analog converter and a video monitor. 2.
Chapter 14: VSR-4041 Serial Video Router Module Test Points Other test points, located at the rear of the assembly, are used for factory testing. Item Specifications Vertical sync pulse Control data ECL “1” for input 2/4 Control data ECL “1” for inputs 1/2 Horizontal sync pulse present on D1 for first 8 lines of vertical pulse +5 V...
Control Panel Control Panel 6800/7000 Series - Distribution and Routing Products Installation and Operation Manual The video serial routing (VSR-4041) module uses a Remote Control Panel (RCP-4x1MB). It can be located up to 2000 ft (600 m) from the routing switcher. Connection is carried out via a single coaxial cable with convenient BNC connectors.
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