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Streambox SBT3-9200 Product Manual

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SBT3-9200 HD/SD Encoder/Decoder
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REV. 0.93

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  • Page 1 SBT3-9200 HD/SD Encoder/Decoder Product Manual REV. 0.93...

  • Page 3: Operation Notes

    REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL Operation Notes  Do not remove cover for any reason unless authorized by a Streambox support representative  Use only in a clean, temperature controlled environment with ambient temperature between 15º and 26º Celsius ...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ® ACT-L3™ C ........1 TREAMBOX ODEC 1.3 S ........... 2 OLUTION EATURES Streambox SBT3-9200 Front ........3 Streambox SBT3-9200 Rear ........3 2 SPECIFICATIONS ............. 4 3 UNPACKING AND INSTALLING ........ 6 3.1 P ........... 6 ACKAGE ONTENTS 3.2 R ............
  • Page 6 IRMWARE Replacing the SSD Firmware drive ......26 APPENDIX A: FUNCTIONAL TEST ......27 ........... 27 THERNET ENCH Connect the Streambox Units ........27 Enter IP Address Information ........27 Set Test Parameters ..........28 Test the System ............28...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    This manual is written to provide installation and configuration instructions for the SBT3-9200 HD/SD Encoder/Decoder. For detailed information on configuration of the ACT-L3 Transport included with the SBT3-9200 HD/SD Encoder/Decoder please refer to the Streambox ACT-L3 HD Transport Manual and Streambox ACT-L3 SD Transport Manual.

  • Page 10: Solution Features

    1 Introduction Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual higher HD and SD video quality at much lower data rates than MPEG and H.264 compression. The ACT-L3™ codec is adaptable to user selectable data rate requirements with constant bit rate and variable bit rate modes.

  • Page 11: Streambox Sbt3-9200 Front

    Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual 1 Introduction Streambox SBT3-9200 Front Streambox SBT3-9200 Rear...

  • Page 12: Specifications

    2 Specifications Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual 2 SPECIFICATIONS Connections Video In Type Standard HD-SDI SMPTE 292/296 1,2,4,6, 8 Channel embedded SDI audio, 24-bit SMPTE-259 Genlock Analog color, HD-Tri-level (for decoding only) Audio In Type Standard 1,2,4,6,8 Channel embedded SDI audio, 24-bit SMPTE-259...
  • Page 13 Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual 2 Specifications Video post- Advanced interlaced/progressive post filtering, including de-blocking, de- filtering mosquito, and anti-aliasing Bandwidth Adjustable from 512kbps to 15Mbps Encoding Adjustable from 200 to 8000 milliseconds latency Network protocol Multicast, Unicast UDP for IP, one-way...

  • Page 14: Unpacking And Installing

    All packaging should be kept in case there is a need to ship the product to another location or to ship the unit to Streambox for repairs. Streambox does not warranty products which are shipped without original packaging materials.

  • Page 15: Making Connections

    CAT-5, 5e or 6. Connect the Ethernet jack to your network device using a category 5/6 Ethernet cable. 4.2 Utility Connections Utility connections are used for administering the Streambox unit using the Microsoft Windows graphical user interface GUI or for troubleshooting purposes.

  • Page 16: Encoder Connections

    4.3 Encoder Connections Various inputs are provided on ACT-L3™ Encoders to provide flexibility where different video standards are used. SBT3-9200 Series also includes an audio breakout cable for additional audio inputs and outputs. Video Input Rack mount units use BNC connectors for positive fit and reliable connection.

  • Page 17: Audio Input

    IFB input accepts a single microphone channel for the optional IFB server. 4.4 Decoder Connections Video and Audio Output Streambox SBT3-9200 uses BNC connectors for positive fit and reliable connection. To connect video BNC connectors, push the connector onto the port and turn the connector clockwise until it is locked into place.

  • Page 18: Turning The Unit On And Off

    Press the blue power button located on the left side of the chassis to turn the unit on. 5.1 Auto Power On In the event of a power loss or disconnection, the Streambox unit is designed to automatically power on when power is restored.

  • Page 19: Normal Power Off

    Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual 5 Turning the Unit On and Off Normal Power Off Quickly press the blue power button located on the left front of the chassis. The unit will save its settings and power down within 20 seconds...

  • Page 20: Configuring The Network Settings

    6 Configuring the Network Settings Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual 6 CONFIGURING THE NETWORK SETTINGS For each Streambox unit to function properly over an IP connection it will need an IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway. The TCP/IP settings should be provided by the network administrator or Internet Service Provider.

  • Page 21: Ip Configuration - Front Panel Control

    DNS server addresses as the Streambox units are not used to browse named network services. 8. Click OK, OK to save the settings 9. Restart the Streambox software for the settings to take effect 6.2 IP Configuration – Front Panel Control...

  • Page 22: Refreshing Network Settings "Reconnect

    Follow the steps below to configure a static IP address on the Streambox unit. Refreshing Network Settings “RECONNECT” The network settings may need to be refreshed when the unit is configured differently or when resolving issues with DHCP.

  • Page 23: Setting A Static Ip Address

    Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual 6 Configuring the Network Settings represent the system’s naming convention for the hardware used for each interface. The interfaces may have different names due to hardware differences. NOTE: On multiple IP interface units, the first network...
  • Page 24 6 Configuring the Network Settings Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual 3. Select NET ADAPTERS, press “ENTER”. 4. Select the network adapter you would like to configure, (Intel Pro….rt) and press “ENTER”. The adapter names represent the system’s naming convention for the hardware used for each interface.
  • Page 25 Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual 6 Configuring the Network Settings 10. Select GW [ADDRESS] to set the IP gateway or router address and press “ENTER”. 11. Select SET STATIC and press “ENTER”. NOTE: If “SET STATIC” is not selected before exiting the configuration menu, the settings will not take effect.

  • Page 26: Setting Hd Or Sd Mode

    Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual 7 SETTING HD OR SD MODE Each Streambox SBT3-9200 unit must be set to the proper mode in order to encode or decode SD or HD video. example, the unit will not function if it is receiving SD video and is set to HD mode.
  • Page 27 Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual 7 Setting HD or SD Mode Click on “Start” “Run” 2. In the “Open” dialog type: notepad c:\streambox\2000.txt and click “OK”. Notepad will open the file 2000.txt from the C:\Streamobx folder for editing. 3. Edit the text in the file to represent the desired mode.
  • Page 28 Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual 5. Close and launch the Streambox ACT-L3 software by closing all open windows and clicking on the Streambox ACT-L3 icon on the desktop.

  • Page 29: Remote Administration

    Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual 8 Remote administration 8 REMOTE ADMINISTRATION Both Encoder and Decoder may be remotely managed over a TCP/IP network from your PC via Microsoft® Windows Remote Desktop client. 8.1 Windows Remote Desktop To begin a session, simply start the Remote Desktop client...

  • Page 30: Accounts And Passwords

    9 Accounts and Passwords Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual 9 ACCOUNTS AND PASSWORDS For security reasons it is recommended that the units administrative passwords are changed upon installation to prevent unauthorized access. 9.1 GUI (Windows) Interface Password The console interface is used for both console access and remote desktop access (RDP).
  • Page 31 Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual 9 Accounts and Passwords will appear 2. Click the “Change Password” button, the Change Password window will appear 3. Enter the current password and the new password and click OK to apply the changes. Auto-logon must be adjusted to reflect the new password.
  • Page 32 9 Accounts and Passwords Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual and click “OK” to open the User Accounts control panel 6. Check, then uncheck the box the reads “Users must enter a user name and password to use this computer.”...

  • Page 33: Web Interface

    If the unit is equipped with a web interface the user account settings are separate from the console interface. Refer to the Streambox ACT-L3 HD Transport Manual or Streambox ACT-L3 SD Transport Manual for instructions on how to manage web interface passwords.

  • Page 34: Maintenance

    10.1 Upgrading the Firmware The Streambox SBT3-9200 uses a solid state disk (SSD) to store its operating system and Streambox software. firmware may be upgraded easily by swapping out the SSD with an updated version.

  • Page 35: Appendix A: Functional Test

    Ethernet hub or switch may be used for bench testing. Connect the Streambox Units Make all required video, audio, and network connections for testing at this time. After the Streambox units are installed and connected, power them on and verify operation. Enter IP Address Information After the units have powered on, enter a private static IP address for each system to test with.

  • Page 36: Set Test Parameters

    Appendix A: Functional Test Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual Set Test Parameters After network connectivity has been established the ACT- L3™ Transport must be configured. 1. Start by entering the decoder IP address (10.0.2.131) on the encoder and setting a target bitrate.
  • Page 37 Streambox SBT3-9200 Installation Manual Contact Information CONTACT INFORMATION +1 206.956.0544 Tel +1 206.956.0570 Fax Technical Support support@streambox.com +1 206.956.0544, Option 2 Corporate Headquarters 1848 Westlake Avenue N; Suite 200 Seattle, WA 98109 USA Sales and Information sales@streambox.com +1 206.956.0544, Option 1 International Sales and Information internationalsales@streambox.com...

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