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  • Page 1 4018055 Rev B Continuum® DVP™ eXtra Dense QAM Array 24 Configuration Guide...

  • Page 3: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety For Your Safety Explanation of Warning and Caution Icons Avoid personal injury and product damage! Do not proceed beyond any symbol until you fully understand the indicated conditions. The following warning and caution icons alert you to important information about the safe operation of this product: You may find this symbol in the document that accompanies this product.
  • Page 4 For Your Safety 4018055 Rev B...
  • Page 5 For Your Safety Notices Trademark Acknowledgments Cisco, Cisco Systems, the Cisco logo, the Cisco Systems logo, Scientific Atlanta, the Scientific Atlanta logo, ROSA, Copernicus, and SciCare are registered trademarks or trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Block Diagram of the XDQA24 system..............3 Modular Concept ........................4 Introduction ......................... 4 Continuum DVP eXtra Dense QAM Array 24 Housing ........4 XDQA24 Power Supply Unit ..................5 Quad Channel QAM Card..................6 Introducing the Web Browser User Interface ..............7 Viewing Information .......................
  • Page 8 Contents Setting the Device Clock ..................23 Configuring the GbE Input....................25 Changing the Input Selection.................. 25 Changing the GbE Interface Settings ..............26 Changing the Backup Interface Settings..............26 Changing the Network Settings................29 Configuring the Quad Channel QAM Card ..............31 Introduction .......................
  • Page 9 Contents Appendix A Customer Information Product Support........................70 Obtaining Support ....................70 Support Telephone Numbers.................. 70 Return Products for Repair....................72 Introduction ....................... 72 Obtaining an RMA Number and Shipping Address ........... 72 Packing and Shipping the Product................. 73 Appendix B EIA Channel Numbers EIA Digital Channel Numbers.....................

  • Page 11: Safe Operations

    Safe Operations Safe Operations The software described in this guide is used to monitor and / or manage Cisco equipment. Certain safety precautions should be observed when operating equipment of this nature. For product specific safety requirements refer to the appropriate section of the documentation accompanying your product.

  • Page 13: Preface

    Continuum DVP eXtra Dense QAM Array 24 - System Guide, part number 4003083 Continuum DVP eXtra Dense QAM Array 24 for Video-on-Demand Delivery - Data Sheet, this data sheet can be found on the Scientific Atlanta web site at the following location: http://www.scientificatlanta.com/products/customers/catalog_transmission.htm...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Introducing The Xdqa24 System

    Chapter 1 Introducing the XDQA24 System Introduction This chapter provides an introduction to the Continuum DVP™ eXtra ® Dense QAM Array system. In This Chapter General ..................... 2 Functional Description................3 Modular Concept ..................4 Introducing the Web Browser User Interface ........7 Viewing Information ................

  • Page 16: General

    Chapter 1 Introducing the XDQA24 System General The Continuum DVP eXtra Dense QAM Array 24 (XDQA24) system is a compact QAM array designed for routing, multiplexing, QAM modulation, and RF up-conversion and allows participating into XoD, broadcast, and data applications.

  • Page 17: Functional Description

    Functional Description Functional Description Block Diagram of the XDQA24 system The following illustration shows the block diagram of the XDQA24 system. QAM Mod Routing converter QAM Mod QAM Mod Routing converter QAM Mod QAM Mod Routing converter QAM Mod QAM Mod Routing converter QAM Mod...

  • Page 18: Modular Concept

    -48 V dc or 100 – 240 V ac Power Supply Unit (PSU) Quad Channel QAM Card Continuum DVP eXtra Dense QAM Array 24 Housing The XDQA24 housing is a compact, modular 1RU high 19-inch housing provided with a system controller/input board, which controls the Quad Channel QAM Cards in the housing.

  • Page 19: Xdqa24 Power Supply Unit

    Modular Concept The following illustration is a front view of an empty XDQA24 housing. XDQA24 Power Supply Unit The XDQA24 system has 1+1 redundancy concept. This means the system can tolerate the removal or failure of one of the power supplies and remains fully operational.

  • Page 20: Quad Channel Qam Card

    Chapter 1 Introducing the XDQA24 System Quad Channel QAM Card The Quad Channel QAM Card contains four QAM modulators and two up converter. Each RF output signal contains two combined adjacent QAM channels. You can install a maximum of six Quad Channel QAM Cards inside the XDQA24 Housing.

  • Page 21: Introducing The Web Browser User Interface

    Introducing the Web Browser User Interface Introducing the Web Browser User Interface The web browser user interface of the XDQA24 is a pure HTML based Graphical User Interface (GUI) that can be opened using Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher. By entering the IP Address of the XDQA24 in the address box of Internet Explorer web browser, the web browser user interface of the device will be opened.

  • Page 22: Viewing Information

    Chapter 1 Introducing the XDQA24 System Viewing Information To View the System Information With the exception of the Quad Channel QAM card information all information concerning the XDQA24 system is categorized on the About page. The following steps explain how to view the system information of the XDQA24. On the web browser user interface of the XDQA24 system site, click on the About link.

  • Page 23: Viewing The Dual Qam Card Information

    Viewing Information Viewing the Dual QAM Card Information The information about the QAM card can be found on the QAMs page. The following explains how to view the QAM card information. On the web browser user interface of the XDQA24 system, click the QAMs link. Result: The QAMs page is displayed.

  • Page 25: Chapter 2 Securing The Xdqa24 System

    Chapter 2 Securing the XDQA24 System Introduction This chapter describes the security feature of the Continuum DVP™ ® eXtra Dense QAM Array system and gives information on how to configure this security feature. In This Chapter Introducing the Security ..............12 Configuring the Security System............

  • Page 26: Introducing The Security

    Chapter 2 Securing the XDQA24 System Introducing the Security To prevent people from gaining access to the XDQA24 system, the system is provided with a security feature. This system security feature confirms the identity of the users who are attempting to access the device, protects the device configuration from inappropriate access by users, and provides a simple and efficient way to set up and maintain the security on the device.

  • Page 27: Configuring The Security System

    Configuring the Security System Configuring the Security System Adding a User Account The following steps explain how to add a user account. On the web browser user interface of the XDQA24 system, click the Security link. Result: The Security page is displayed. Point to the Add User command button.

  • Page 28: Deleting A User Account

    Chapter 2 Securing the XDQA24 System Enter the password for this account in the Password box. Note: The password can be up to 20 characters in length and is also case-sensitive. Confirm the password in the Re-enter password box. In the Access-level drop down box select the access level for this account, viz.: Guest, User or Administrator.

  • Page 29: Changing The Session Time Out

    Configuring the Security System Changing the Session Time Out The following steps explain how to change the session time out. On the web browser user interface of the XDQA24 system, click the Security link. Result: The Security page is displayed. In the Session timeout box enter the period of time the web browser user interface can remain unused before the authorization of the web browser user interface expires.

  • Page 30: Modifying The Parameters Of A User Account

    Chapter 2 Securing the XDQA24 System Modifying the Parameters of a User Account Perform the following steps to modify the parameters of a user account. On the web browser user interface of the XDQA24 system, click the Security link. Result: The Security page is displayed. In the User Accounts list point to the Modify command button in the row of the account that must be removed.

  • Page 31: Logging On Or Off The Xdqa24 System

    Logging On or Off the XDQA24 System Logging On or Off the XDQA24 System To Logon The following procedure explains how to log to the XDQA24 system. In the Address box of the Web browser, enter the IP address of the XDQA24 system.

  • Page 33: Chapter 3 Configuring The Xdqa24 System

    Chapter 3 Configuring the XDQA24 System Introduction This chapter describes how to configure the Continuum DVP™ eXtra ® Dense QAM Array system using the web browser user interface. In This Chapter Changing the Device Settings ............. 20 Configuring the GbE Input..............25 Configuring the Quad Channel QAM Card ........

  • Page 34: Changing The Device Settings

    Chapter 3 Configuring the XDQA24 System Changing the Device Settings General Configuration Settings Introduction The general configuration settings of the XDQA24 system are categorized on the Device page of the web browser user interface. These settings are: Device Settings QAM Encoding Type parameter The XDQA24 system can participate in ITU-A (DVB), ITU-B (OpenCable), or ITU-C (Japan) applications.
  • Page 35 Changing the Device Settings PSI Settings PAT Rate and PMT Rate parameters The playout rate for the PAT and PMT can be set between 0.0 and 30.0 seconds in steps of 0.1 seconds. A playout rate equal to 0 disables the playout of the table. The playout rate for the PAT is default set to 0.1 second and for the PMT to 0.5 seconds.
  • Page 36 Chapter 3 Configuring the XDQA24 System To Change the General Configuration Settings The following procedure explains how to change the general configuration settings of the XDQA24. On the web browser user interface of the XDQA24 system, click on the Device link.

  • Page 37: Setting The Device Clock

    Changing the Device Settings Setting the Device Clock About the Device Clock The internal clock of the XDQA24 system can be set manually or can be synchronized with an external device (e.g. Time-server…). The clock settings are grouped under the Clock page.
  • Page 38 Chapter 3 Configuring the XDQA24 System Press the Apply command button to confirm or the Reload command button to abort the operation. Note: You can force time synchronization by pressing the Synchronize Time Now command button. This function has no influence on the running synchronization cycle.

  • Page 39: Configuring The Gbe Input

    Configuring the GbE Input Configuring the GbE Input Changing the Input Selection Changing the Main Input The XDQA24 allows you to select which Gigabit Ethernet port you wish to use as main input. The following steps explain how to change the Main Input configuration. On the web browser user interface of the XDQA24 system, click the Input link.

  • Page 40: Changing The Gbe Interface Settings

    Chapter 3 Configuring the XDQA24 System - Non-Promiscuous: only data NOT addressed to the Main input is passed to the Backup input. Press the Apply command button to confirm or the Reload command button to abort the operation. Changing the GbE Interface Settings Auto-Negotiation is a function where a device learns the capabilities of the device at the other end of the link and configures itself to the highest common set of capabilities.
  • Page 41 Configuring the GbE Input MAC Addresses: This is an advanced setting and sets the number of MAC addresses in the system. The number of MAC Addresses can be set to one of two: - one : the MAC address of GbE Input1 is used, and the same MAC address will be used for GbE Input2.
  • Page 42 Chapter 3 Configuring the XDQA24 System Note: After changing the MAC Addresses parameter the device has to be rebooted. Rebooting can be done by pointing to the Please Reboot Device link and clicking on the Reboot command button. The Please Reboot Device link is only displayed if a reboot of the device is required.

  • Page 43: Changing The Network Settings

    Configuring the GbE Input Changing the Network Settings Introduction The XDQA24 system is provided with a 10/100Base-T Ethernet port and two Gigabit Ethernet Ports. Both the IP Address and the Net Mask of these ports and the Gateway of the XDQA24 system can be changed. Changing the Network Settings The following explains how to change the network settings of the system.
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  • Page 45: Configuring The Quad Channel Qam Card

    Configuring the Quad Channel QAM Card Configuring the Quad Channel QAM Card Introduction Before starting the configuration of the Quad Channel QAM cards, the QAM Encoding type (ITU-A, ITU-B or ITU-C) of the XDQA24 system must be set. The procedure to set this parameter can be found in topic General Configuration Settings on page 20.
  • Page 46 Chapter 3 Configuring the XDQA24 System Output Level The output level of a RF output depends on the Channel Mode parameter. When the Channel Mode parameter is set to Dual Channel, the output level can be adjusted between 45 and 55 dBmV. When this parameter is set to Single Lower Channel or Single Upper Channel mode the output level can be adjusted between 50 and 60 dBmV.
  • Page 47 Configuring the Quad Channel QAM Card PRBS Stuffing: 256 QAM signals with many MPEG2 stuffing packets might cause signal lock problems on some set-top boxes. This can be solved by using pseudo random binary sequence (PRBS) stuffing packets. Note: PRBS stuffing packets are stuffing packets filled with random data. Interleaving The ITU-B version XDQA24 system allows modifying the interleaving type.

  • Page 48: To Configure The Quad Channel Qam Card

    Chapter 3 Configuring the XDQA24 System To Configure the Quad Channel QAM Card Perform the following steps to configure the Quad Channel QAM card settings. On the web browser user interface of the XDQA24 system, click the QAMs link. Result: The QAMs configuration page is displayed. In the Lower Channel Center Frequency box enter the center frequency of the lower channel.
  • Page 49 Configuring the Quad Channel QAM Card In the RF Output drop down box, select Enable or Disable to switch on or off the RF output. In the Lower Channel Signal Format or Upper Channel Signal Format drop down box, select the signal format for the channel in question. Perform this step for both RF outputs.

  • Page 50: Service Routing

    Chapter 3 Configuring the XDQA24 System Service Routing General Service routing allows routing input services from the GbE input to a QAM channel. Mapping Rule The IP-encapsulated MPEG2 Single Program Transport Streams (SPTS) on one of the two Gigabit Ethernet interfaces will be de-encapsulated and routed to one of the Multiple Program Transport Streams (MPTS) on one of the 24 QAM outputs.
  • Page 51 Service Routing Lower Upper Lower Upper Lower Upper Lower Upper The mapping rules can be defined using the following formulas: UDP port = 49152 + 256 x (QAM Channel No - 1) + 2 x Program Number with - QAM Channel No = a number between 1 and 24 (see table) - Program Number: a number between 2 and 33 PMT PID = (PID Map value + 1) x 16 with...

  • Page 52: Changing The Transport Stream Identifier

    Chapter 3 Configuring the XDQA24 System Note: The XDQA24 system allows changing the default settings of the mapping rule. For more information concerning the mapping rules, please refer to the Continuum DVP (X)DQA(24), DQA Mapping Assistant Tool for User-Defined UDP Port Mapping Application Note.

  • Page 53: Changing Snmp Settings

    Changing SNMP Settings Changing SNMP Settings Introduction The SNMP Trap Destinations table on the SNMP page represents to which destinations IP address the traps are sent. Traps can be logged into the ROSA system as messages. More information concerning ROSA can be found in the ROSA User’s Guide.
  • Page 54 Chapter 3 Configuring the XDQA24 System Press the Apply command button to confirm or the Reload command button to abort the operation. Notes: When a destination entry is not complete or you have to disable an entry, press the Show Advanced Settings command button and select NotInService in the Row Status drop down box.

  • Page 55: Chapter 4 Viewing The Measurements

    Chapter 4 Viewing the Measurements Introduction This chapter outlines the measurement feature of the Continuum ® DVP™ eXtra Dense QAM Array system. In This Chapter Introduction................... 42 Viewing the System and GbE Input Measurements......43 Viewing GbE Statistics ................. 45 Viewing the Measurements per Output ..........

  • Page 56: Introduction

    Chapter 4 Viewing the Measurements Introduction The XDQA24 system is provided with a powerful measurement system. The measurement results are categorized on the measure page of the web browser user interface. The XDQA24 measurements are divided in 5 groups, viz.: The system measurements The GbE input measurements The GbE statistics...

  • Page 57: Viewing The System And Gbe Input Measurements

    Viewing the System and GbE Input Measurements Viewing the System and GbE Input Measurements The following explains how to view the system and GbE input measurements. On the web browser user interface of the XDQA24 system, click on the Measure link.
  • Page 58 Chapter 4 Viewing the Measurements - Transmit bitrate: Total outgoing bitrate on the port - Error bitrate: Total bitrate of errored data on the input Note: When another measurement sub page is selected, press the Overview command button to select the system measurements. 4018055 Rev B...

  • Page 59: Viewing Gbe Statistics

    Viewing GbE Statistics Viewing GbE Statistics The followng explains how to view the GbE Statistics. On the web browser user interface of the XDQA24 system, click on the Measure link and point to the GbE Stats command button. Result: The Measure page with GbE Statistics is displayed. 4018055 Rev B...
  • Page 60 Chapter 4 Viewing the Measurements The following statistics can be checked: GbE input - Bytes received In good octets: represents the amount of error-free octets received by the – corresponding port. In errored octets: represents the amount of errored octets received by the –...
  • Page 61 Viewing GbE Statistics GbE input - Bytes transmitted Out good octets: represents the total amount of error-free packets – transmitted by the corresponding port. Out errored octets: represents the total amount of errored packets – transmitted by the corresponding port. GbE input - Packets transmitted Unicast packets: represents the number of error-free packets transmitted –...

  • Page 62: Viewing The Measurements Per Output

    Chapter 4 Viewing the Measurements Viewing the Measurements per Output The following explains how to view the measurements per output. On the web browser user interface of the XDQA24 system, click on the Measure link and point to the Outputs command button. Result: The Measure page with the measurements per output is displayed.

  • Page 63: Viewing The Measurements Per Stream

    Viewing the Measurements per Stream Viewing the Measurements per Stream The following explains how to view the measurements per stream. On the web browser user interface of the XDQA24 system, click on the Measure link and point the Streams command button. Result: The Measure page with the measurements per stream is displayed.

  • Page 65: Chapter 5 Viewing Alarm Messages

    Chapter 5 Viewing Alarm Messages Introduction This chapter describes the procedure to check the alarms using the web browser user interface and contains a list with explanation of all of Continuum DVP™ eXtra Dense QAM Array system alarms. ® In This Chapter Viewing Alarms ..................

  • Page 66: Viewing Alarms

    Chapter 5 Viewing Alarm Messages Viewing Alarms Perform the following steps to check the alarms. On the web browser user interface of the XDQA24 system, click on the Alarms link. Result: The Alarms page is displayed. 4018055 Rev B...

  • Page 67: Alarm Messages

    Alarm Messages Alarm Messages Checking Alarm Messages TheXDQA24 system is able to generate alarm messages and to forward them as SNMP traps to a number of SNMP managers. On the web browser user interface you can also view an alarm log on the Alarms page.

  • Page 68: General Errors

    Chapter 5 Viewing Alarm Messages General Errors The following table contains the general errors. Alarm/Reference/Detail Description Alarm: Qam Card <X>: This alarm is generated when one of the QAM cards is removed Removed from the system. Ref: Removed <X> represents the QAM card position. Detail: Card no longer installed Alarm: Qam Card <X>: RF...

  • Page 69: Hardware Errors

    Detail: (see description) alarm still persists then the card should be removed and re-inserted again. If this action does not clear the alarm then a Scientific Atlanta representative should be contacted. This alarm clears when the communication is established with the device.
  • Page 70 If after 1 minute the alarm still persists then the card Detail: - - - - should be removed and re-inserted again. If this action does not clear the alarm then a Scientific Atlanta representative should be contacted. This alarm clears when the communication is established with the device.

  • Page 71: Psu Errors

    Alarm Messages PSU Errors The following table lists the errors concerning the Power Supply Unit. Alarm/Reference/Detail Description Alarm: Alarm Main Psu The MAIN power supply unit (PSU) fails and the BACKUP PSU Ref: PSU malfunction became active. Detail: Main PSU failed Remove the MAIN PSU and reinsert the module after a while.

  • Page 72: Configuration Errors

    Chapter 5 Viewing Alarm Messages Configuration Errors The Continuum DVP eXtra Dense QAM Array 24 device uses a configuration file to store the settings for the QAM cards and the system. If there is problem with this file, either with the value of a parameter or because a parameter is missing, a configuration alarm is raised.
  • Page 73 Description Alarm: Qam Card <X>: If an Output Level parameter is missing from the configuration file Configuration then this alarm is raised. A Scientific Atlanta representative should be Ref: Output <Y> Level contacted. missing <X> represents the QAM card number and <Y> the RF output Detail: Output Level default number.
  • Page 74 Detail: - Alarm: Configuration file If the QAM Encoding Type parameter is missing from the Ref: QAM Encoding Type configuration file then this alarm is raised. A Scientific Atlanta missing from configuration representative should be contacted. file Detail: Range Errors The following table contains the range errors.
  • Page 75 Alarm Messages SI Processor Errors One of the modules of the Continuum DVP Dense QAM Array 24 is an SI processor. This module is responsible for the processing of the incoming SI and the routing of the video/audio to the QAM channels. The following table contains the SI processor errors.
  • Page 76 Chapter 5 Viewing Alarm Messages Alarm/Reference/Detail Description Alarm: Qam Card <X>: Misc If there is too much video and data being routed to the QAM channel Ref: Lower Channel Output and the QAM card is dropping packets of data, then this alarm will be <Y>...

  • Page 77: System Errors

    Detail: - - - - re-inserted again. If this action does not clear the alarm then a Scientific Atlanta representative should be contacted. The alarm clears when the VCO locks. <X> represents the QAM card number.

  • Page 78: Warnings

    Chapter 5 Viewing Alarm Messages Warnings The following table contains the warnings. Alarm/Reference/Detail Description Alarm: Qam Card <X>: Misc This warning shows that the upper channel has been set to output a Ref: Upper channel Output continuous wave. When the signal format is set to normal this <Y>...

  • Page 79: Chapter 6 Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Chapter 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting This part provides information to assist you in maintaining and troubleshooting your Continuum DVP™ eXtra Dense QAM Array ® system. In This Chapter Maintaining the Equipment ..............66 Troubleshooting ..................67 4018055 Rev B...

  • Page 80: Maintaining The Equipment

    Chapter 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintaining the Equipment To ensure optimal performance, the following maintenance is recommended. Frequency Maintenance Required Weekly Check all parameters. Quarterly Make sure all cables are mated properly. Inspect cables for stress and chafing. Make sure all retaining screws are tight. When needed Carefully clean the module with a soft cloth that is dampened with mild...

  • Page 81: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting About This troubleshooting information describes the most common alarms and gives typical symptoms, causes and items to check before consulting the customer services department. Additional Assistance If you need additional assistance, call one of our customer services centers or your local sales representative.
  • Page 82 Chapter 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes Solutions BACKUP PS LED BACKUP PSU is active. illuminates green ALARM LED is on Pending alarm or error Troubleshoot the alarm or detected by the CPU module. error message. All LED indicators The device is in startup state.

  • Page 83: Appendix A Customer Information

    Appx auto letter Appendix A Customer Information Introduction This chapter contains information on obtaining product support. In This Appendix Product Support..................70 Return Products for Repair..............72 4018055 Rev B...

  • Page 84: Product Support

    Technical Support center or product Scientific Atlanta office. you have customer service questions or call the nearest Customer Service center or need a return material authorization Scientific Atlanta office.
  • Page 85 Region Centers Telephone and Fax Numbers Telephone: 852-2588-4746 All other Hong Kong Fax: 852-2588-3139 Asia-Pacific countries & E-mail: support.apr@sciatl.com Australia Brazil Brazil For Technical Support, call: Telephone: 55-11-3845-9154 ext 230 Fax: 55-11-3845-2514 For Customer Service or to request an RMA number, call: Telephone: 55-11-3845-9154, ext 109 Fax: 55-11-3845-2514 E-mail: luiz.fattinger@sciatl.com...

  • Page 86: Return Products For Repair

    You must have a return material authorization (RMA) number to return a product. Contact the nearest customer service center and follow their instructions. Returning a product to Scientific Atlanta for repair includes the following steps: Obtaining a RMA number Obtaining a customer service center shipping address...

  • Page 87: Packing And Shipping The Product

    Proceed to Packing and Shipping the Product. Packing and Shipping the Product Follow these instructions to pack the product and ship it to Scientific Atlanta. Are the product’s original container and packing material available? If yes, pack the product in the container using the packing material.

  • Page 89: Appendix B Eia Channel Numbers

    Appx auto letter Appendix B EIA Channel Numbers Introduction This appendix provides a table showing the relations between EIA channels numbers and channel center frequency. In This Appendix EIA Digital Channel Numbers............76 4018055 Rev B...

  • Page 90: Eia Digital Channel Numbers

    Appendix B EIA Channel Numbers EIA Digital Channel Numbers The following table reflects the relation between the EIA digital channel number and the channel center frequency. EIA Channel No. Center Frequency EIA Channel No. Center Frequency (No Offset) (No Offset) 501.0 57.0 507.0...
  • Page 91 EIA Digital Channel Numbers EIA Channel No. Center Frequency EIA Channel No. Center Frequency (No Offset) (No Offset) 267.0 651.0 273.0 657.0 279.0 663.0 285.0 669.0 291.0 675.0 297.0 681.0 303.0 687.0 309.0 693.0 315.0 699.0 321.0 705.0 327.0 711.0 333.0 717.0 339.0...
  • Page 92 Appendix B EIA Channel Numbers EIA Channel No. Center Frequency EIA Channel No. Center Frequency (No Offset) (No Offset) 477.0 861.0 483.0 867.0 489.0 873.0 495.0 4018055 Rev B...

  • Page 93: Appendix C Cisco Wideband Applications

    Appx auto letter Appendix C Cisco Wideband Applications Introduction This appendix outlines the set-up of the Continuum DVP™ eXtra ® Dense QAM Array 24 system for use into Cisco Wideband applications. In This Appendix Cisco Wideband Applications............. 80 4018055 Rev B...

  • Page 94: Cisco Wideband Applications

    Appendix C Cisco Wideband Applications Cisco Wideband Applications Introduction In a Cisco Wideband application a Wideband cable modem receives data from multiple RF channels. These channels are logically bonded by the Cable Modem Termination System (CMTS) and transmitted onto the HFC network through the XDQA24 system to form a Wideband channel.
  • Page 95 Cisco Wideband Applications For more information, please refer to the Continuum DVP (X)DQA(24), DQA Mapping Assistant Tool for User-Defined UDP Port Mapping Application Note. Enable PRBS stuffing. The procedure to enable and disable PRBS stuffing can be found in topic Configuring the Quad Channel QAM Card on page 31. For ITU-B QAM encoding set the Interleaving parameter to I=32, J=4.

  • Page 97: Glossary

    Glossary asynchronous serial interface. Allows the intermittent transfer of data one bit at a time rather than in a steady stream. A standard developed by the Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) Group, which is a European organization that has authored many specifications for satellite and cable broadcasting of digital signals.
  • Page 98 Glossary Internet protocol. A standard that was originally developed by the United States Department of Defense to support the internetworking of dissimilar computers across a network. IP is perhaps the most important of the protocols on which the Internet is based. It is the standard that describes software that keeps track of the internetwork addresses for different nodes, routes, and outgoing/incoming messages on a network.
  • Page 99 Glossary program map table. Identifies and indicates the locations of the streams that make up each service, and the location of the Program Clock Reference fields for a service. PRBS psuedo random bit sequence. A sequence of bits that is satisfactorily statistically random for a given purpose.
  • Page 100 Glossary video-on-demand. A service that allows a subscriber to use the remote control to select, purchase, and view an event. Once purchased, the viewer can then forward, reverse, pause, and play the event just as he or she would with a VCR. XDQA24 extra dense QAM array 24.

  • Page 101: Index

    Index Access-level parameter • 13 Hardware Version • 9 Add/Modify user details table • 13, 15 Administrator access level • 12 Alarm messages • 47 Input page • 23, 24 Auto Negotiation parameter • 24 Input selection Changing • 23 IP Address p •...
  • Page 102 Index Configuring • 28 Introduction • 7 Information • 9 Opening • 7 Introduction • 6 XDQA24 Housing • 4 Range errors • 56 XDQA24 Power Supply Unit • 5 RF Output parameter • 30 XDQA24 system Configuring • 17 Logging off •...
  • Page 104 Scientific-Atlanta Europe NV Luipaardstraat 12 B-8500 Kortrijk, Belgium www.scientificatlanta.com This document includes various trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. Please see the Trademarks section of this document for a list of the Cisco Systems, Inc., trademarks used in this document. All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners. Product and service availability subject to change without notice.

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