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- Page 1 Hardware Setup Guide Selenio VMG‐14+ 01‐Jun‐2015 Revision A...
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Page 2: Publication Information
This publication does not in any way warrant description accuracy or guarantee the use for the product to which it refers. Imagine Communications reserves the right, without notice to make such changes in equipment, design, specifications, components, or documentation as progress may warrant to improve the performance of the product. - Page 3 Document Change History Selenio VMG-14+ Hardware Setup Guide Document History Part Number Software Version Release Date Changes 250-0350-01 Rev A 06/01/2015 • Updated graphics and verbiage to Imagine Communications branding 250-0248-01 Rev A 12/19/13 • Recommended Ethernet cable routing information, and doc maintenance. •...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Publication Information ............2 Notice . - Page 5 Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Site Equipment ............36 Personnel .
- Page 6 Imagine Communications Technical Response Center......66 Imagine Communications Customer Portal........67 Event Log Analysis .
- Page 7 Figure 45: Fan Tray Removal ............65 Figure 46: Imagine Communications Customer Portal home page......67 Figure 47: Customer Portal home page - Direct and Reseller.
- Page 8 List of Tables Table 1: Document Conventions ............10 Table 2: Contact Information for Product Returns .
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Page 9: Chapter 1: Introduction
CHAPTER 1 Introduction All Selenio Video Multiprocessing Gateway (VMG) systems from Imagine Communications deliver the industry's highest density digital video solution—per Rack Unit (RU)—for grooming, statistical multiplexing, transrating, digital program insertion (DPI), and MPEG-2 / H.264 transcoding. Based on a flexible, scalable and modular platform, VMG systems expedite deployments of advanced video services and simplify operation and management, while reducing operational and capital costs. -
Page 10: Related Documentation
Related Documentation Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Related Documentation Video Multiprocessing Gateway, Element Manager User Guide. • Video Multiprocessing Gateway, Software Upgrade Guide. • Video Multiprocessing Gateway Software Release Notes. • Application Media Processor (AMP) Install Guide for GEN1 VMG Systems. • Document Conventions Table 1 provides an easy way to recognize information of particular importance in this manual Table 1. -
Page 11: Graphics
Email support@rgbnetworks.com Affix proper address on the Company Address Use address and RMA number, as advised by return shipment your Imagine Communications Customer RMA Number Support contact. See also the RBG Networks web site at http://www.rgbnetworks.com/support for more details. Selenio... -
Page 12: Chapter 2: Overview
CHAPTER 2 Overview The Imagine Communications Video Multiprocessing Gateway (VMG) products provide stream routing, switching and video processing for deployment of digital simulcast, digital broadcast and IPTV streaming in advanced digital cable TV and Telco IPTV networks. The 14-slot (300-watt) Video Multiprocessing Gateway “Plus” system (VMG-14+) from Imagine Communications is provides high-level carrier-class service availability through the chassis, service- level, and module-level redundancy and is engineered for future-proof operations. -
Page 13: In This Chapter
In This Chapter: Gen2 Release 1.4.0 In This Chapter: “Product Features,” next. • “VMG-14+ Chassis and Components” on page • “Network Processor Modules” on page • “VMG-14+ System Modules” on page • “System Power” on page • “Cable Management” on page • “Filler Panels”... -
Page 14: Vmg-14+ Chassis And Components
VMG-14+ Chassis and Components Gen2 Release 1.4.0 VMG‐14+ Chassis and Components The VMG-14+ utilizes a chassis platform fitted either for 13 RU (DC system) or 14 RU (AC system). The front of the VMG-14+ chassis cage accommodates all system and application modules. For AC systems (Figure 3), the front also includes the AC PSUs located in the power bay at the base of the system. -
Page 15: Chassis Front
VMG-14+ Chassis and Components Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Chassis Front The VMG-14+ chassis cage front provides 14 vertical slots for loading of the application modules. Two of these slots are dedicated for use by Network Processor Modules (NPM or NPM2) for 1:1 redundancy configuration. -
Page 16: Figure 5: Vmg-14+ Front-Dc System
VMG-14+ Chassis and Components Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Figure 5. VMG-14+ Front—DC System ESD Jack SCM 2 Card Cage: Shelf Control Modules Slots 1 through 14 SCM 1 Cable Management Bracket Fan Filter Tray Fan Trays Air Intake Grid Selenio VMG-14+ Hardware Setup Guide... -
Page 17: Chassis Rear
VMG-14+ Chassis and Components Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Chassis Rear The rear chassis cage contains the power entry modules at the base of the system. All slots at the rear card cage are covered with RTMs. These must not be removed. Figure 6. VMG-14+ Rear —AC System Card Cage: ... -
Page 18: Basic Chassis Populations
VMG-14+ Chassis and Components Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Basic Chassis Populations Slot assignments determine where to load the system modules, SCMs, fan trays, air filter, and (for AC) power supply units. The VMG-14+ supports the components and modules listed in Table Table 3. VMG-14+ Chassis Modules and Components System Name... -
Page 19: Shelf Control Managers
VMG-14+ Chassis and Components Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Table 3. VMG-14+ Chassis Modules and Components (Continued) System Name Description Slot Assignments Capacity Filler Panels • Front Filler See also “Filler Panels” on page all empty slots • RTM Filler Panels Fan Tray See also “Fan Trays”... - Page 20 VMG-14+ Chassis and Components Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Table 4. Shelf Control Manager—Front Panel (Continued) LED Name Color/Condition Description SCM Status (ShMM) Solid Green Active. This LED illuminates upon system powerup. Blinking Green Standby. Failure. Hot Swap (FRU) SCM is not ready to be removed or disconnected from the chassis.
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Page 21: Fan Trays
VMG-14+ Chassis and Components Gen2 Release 1.4.0 10/100 Ethernet Connector Pinouts for the SCM RJ-45 port are provided in Table Table 5. RJ-45 Port Pinouts—VMG-14+ SCM Description 4, 5 Unused pair 7, 8 Unused pair Fan Trays The fan trays operate continuously to provide cooling to the system and are monitored by the SCM. In the event of a failure—such as a fan problem or removal of both SCMs—the remaining fans continue to run at full speed. -
Page 22: Fan Filter Tray
VMG-14+ Chassis and Components Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Table 6. Fan Tray LEDs Color Description Status Condition Alarm LED Solid Indicates a failure condition. Also, this LED is lit upon system power- up. Thereafter the LED is either OFF or ON. •... -
Page 23: Network Processor Modules
Network Processor Modules Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Network Processor Modules The Network Processor Modules are the NPM and NPM2 cards. These modules share common physical characteristics (Figure 12 Table 7) which provide the interfaces, indicators and functions described in the following sections: “NPM and NPM2 Interfaces” on page •... -
Page 24: Npm And Npm2 Interfaces
Network Processor Modules Gen2 Release 1.4.0 NPM and NPM2 Interfaces Management Interfaces Eight bi-directional GigE ports: • Each GigE port supports small form factor pluggable (SFP) (16mm H x 42mm D) optical modules with a data rate of 1.0625Gbps according to IEEE-802.3z. Each GigE port supports either single mode or multimode SFP optical modules (the NPM supports both types simultaneously), and operates on frequencies compliant with the optical channel plan defined in ITU G.692, 100 GHz channel plan appendix IV. -
Page 25: Npm And Npm2 Management And Serial Ports
Note: For a list of SFP and XFP modules approved for use with the NPM or NPM2, please refer to the VMG release notes and/or Imagine Communications Customer Portal. NPM and NPM2 Management and Serial Ports The NPM and NPM2 provides one 10/100BaseT Ethernet interface with an RJ-45 connector, compliant with IEEE-802.3ab. -
Page 26: Vmg-14+ System Modules
VMG-14+ System Modules Gen2 Release 1.4.0 VMG‐14+ System Modules The VMG-14+ platform supports the service module suite listed in Table 10. These modules are inserted into the front of the chassis cage for connection to the chassis backplane. During operations, the installed modules provide high speed routing and inter-module communication paths. Note: All VMG-14+ modules are hot swappable.System indicators are provided to ensure safe card swaps (see also... -
Page 27: Video Processor Module
VMG-14+ System Modules Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Video Processor Module The VPM (Figure 14) provides the indicators described in the following section: “VPM LEDs” on page • Figure 14. VPM Front Panel Statu Fault Reset Backup Swap Config VPM LEDs The VMP faceplate provides the LEDs list in Table Table 11. -
Page 28: Transcoding Modules
VMG-14+ System Modules Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Transcoding Modules The family of transcoding modules includes the TCM, TCM2, and TCM2+, which share common characteristics at their faceplates (Figure 15) and provides the indicators and functions described in “TCM, TCM2, TCM2+ LEDs,” on this page. Figure 15. -
Page 29: Application Media Processor
VMG-14+ System Modules Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Application Media Processor The AMP (Figure 16) provides the interface, indicators and functions described in the following sections: “AMP Interfaces” on page • “AMP LEDs” on page • Figure 16. AMP Module Front Panel. ETH 1 ETH 2 Serial 1 Reset... -
Page 30: System Power
The SCM monitors each power supply for presence and operational status. Status indicators are provided on the AC PSU (Table 14). The VMG-14+ AC system uses Imagine Communications-supplied power cords. Ordering information is provided in the “FRU Reference” on page Overall input specifications per AC PSU are 209-240V, 14-10A, 12-7A, 47-63Hz. -
Page 31: Figure 17: Ac Psus
System Power Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Figure 17. AC PSUs PSU 4 PSU 3 PSU 2 PSU 1 Figure 18. AC PSU Faceplate Thumbscrew Push buttons for voltage adjustments (disabled) Insertion/Extraction Lever AC PSU LEDs AC PSU LEDs The front panel of the AC power supply unit provides the LEDs listed in Table Table 14. -
Page 32: Dc System Power
System Power Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Figure 19. AC PEMs Imagine Communications power cords for VMG-14+ AC s REAR DC System Power The VMG-14+ can be powered using a regular telecommunications power supply of -48 nominal VDC with a VDC return. The specified voltage range is from -41 VDC to -60 VDC. The VMG-14+ supports redundant power supplies;... -
Page 33: Cable Management
Figure 22. Cable Management Bracket (closed) U-brackets Right Opening Front Left Opening Imagine Communications recommends the following usage with the VMG-14+ Cable Tray Selenio VMG-14+ Hardware Setup Guide... -
Page 34: Filler Panels
To maintain proper airflow through the chassis, all empty slots must be shielded by a filler panel. Specific panels are designed for use with front and rear of the VMG-14+, as described in this section. Imagine Communications provides filler panels for use at the front and rear cage slots of the VMG systems. - Page 35 RTMs are filler panels that cover each of the numbered slots at the rear of the chassis. Each is a blank cover that is one slot wide with screws at the left and right. The system ships with these installed and Imagine Communications recommends that these always remain in place to ensure proper airflow throughout the VMG-14+ system.
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Page 36: Chapter 3: Physical Installation
“Unpacking and Inspection” on page • “Installation Instructions” on page • Site Preparation Imagine Communications recommends that the VMG operations site be prepared as described in the following topics: “Tools and Equipment,” in next section. “Site Space Requirements” on page •... -
Page 37: Personnel
Site Preparation Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Dedicated primary branch circuit protection for each line feed supplied to the chassis. It is recommended to use appropriately-sized circuit breakers that conform to local codes. See also “Power Connectivity” on page For AC power: •... -
Page 38: Rack Allocation
Site Preparation Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on over-current protection and supply wiring. When connecting equipment to a supply circuit, proper consideration should be taken to avoid overloading the supply circuits. -
Page 39: Electrostatic Discharge (Esd) Prevention
Once you begin to unpack, do not discard any of the packing materials until you have completed the unpacking procedures and verified the integrity of your Selenio VMG shipment. You may need to reuse the materials if returning the product to Imagine Communications. Caution: When opening the shipping carton, use caution to avoid damaging the Selenio VMG. -
Page 40: Inspect Contents
Selenio VMG. If any components are missing, contact your Imagine Communications representative. • If you need assistance, use the contact information provided in “Technical Assistance”... -
Page 41: Use Esd Protection
Installation Instructions Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Use ESD Protection Ground yourself by attaching the plug from the ESD wrist strap to one of the ESD jacks on the chassis (Figure 25). Warning! Danger of electrostatic discharge. Static electricity can harm delicate components inside the Selenio VMG. -
Page 42: Preparing The Power Supply (For Dc)
Installation Instructions Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Figure 26. Card insertion—alignment Thumbscrew Alignment pin 3. After pressing the card into the backplane, press the ejector handles down to the faceplate, to set each in closed position. 4. Tighten the thumb screws at both ends of the module faceplate. Preparing the Power Supply (For DC) Use information in the following sections to set up the DC power supply for the Selenio VMG. -
Page 43: Figure 27: Chassis (Rear) Ground And Logic Ground-Dc System
(Figure 28). “DC-Power Cables” on page 38 for cable specifications appropriate for use with these studs. Use the snap-on DC PEM terminal block cover provided by Imagine Communications to protect cabled DC connectors. Figure 28. DC PEM Cable Connectors Connectors Exposed... -
Page 44: Preparing The Power Supply (For Ac)
Installation Instructions Gen2 Release 1.4.0 To connect DC cables to the Selenio VMG DC PEM: 1. Ensure that the power supply is turned off. 2. Connect the power cables to the power terminal. You can opt to position both cables either upwards or downwards of the connector. -
Page 45: Figure 29: Chassis Ground And Logic Ground-Ac Systems
Installation Instructions Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Grounding the Chassis The Selenio VMG provides a chassis and logic ground terminals—labelled CG and LG (Figure 27)—at the rear of the chassis. The CG terminal provides two threaded screws (10-32 UNF) with a 15.88 mm (.625 in.) spacing between thread centers to connect a double lug Shelf ground terminal cable. Figure 29. -
Page 46: Figure 31: Ac Power Supply Unit: Ejector/Insertion Lever (Close)
REAR AC Power Cord Use only the AC power cords provided by Imagine Communications. Insert one into each applicable AC PEM socket and plug it into the dedicated wall outlet near the installation rack. There are no circuit breakers or ON/OFF switches. AC power is applied to the system directly from the site source. -
Page 47: Loading The Application Modules
Installation Instructions Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Loading the Application Modules Use the guidelines from “Inserting VMG Modules—New System” on page 41, to re-insert the modules into the chassis. Warning! At the front of the chassis, any empty card slot must be fitted with a filler panel to maintain proper air flow. -
Page 48: Figure 34: Amp Card
Installation Instructions Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Application Media Processor Slot Assignment: VMG chassis-front, slot 3 and/or 4 Note: The quantity of AMPs installed must equal the quantity of NPMs installed. Use the guidelines in “Inserting VMG Modules—New System” on page 41 to place and secure the AMP(s) (Figure 34). -
Page 49: Amp-To-Npm Cabling
The AMP-to-NPM cabling described in this section applies only to VMG-14+ system loaded with a pair of VMG GEN 1 NPM cards. Once the AMP card is installed, use the cable Ethernet cable provided by Imagine Communications to connect the AMP card to its corresponding NPM card: Connect the AMP card in slot 3 to the NPM in slot 1. -
Page 50: Double-Checking The Physical Installation
Ensure that the thumb screws for all modules are tightly secured. • Caution: Ensure that Imagine Communications-supplied filler panels are installed in empty slots. This is necessary to maintain proper airflow and prevent air from escaping out of the front of an open slot. -
Page 51: System Initialization Preparation
Required equipment Workstation with terminal emulation program (such as Microsoft Hyperterminal). • Imagine Communications-specific serial cable (included in accessory package). • Steps 1. Connect the serial cable from your workstation directly to the serial port of the NPM or the NPM2 in slot 1 of the VMG. -
Page 52: Chapter 4: Initial Configuration
CHAPTER 4 Initial Configuration Completion of the initial configuration enables management of the VMG by the management platform—Element Manager—which is built into the NPM or NPM2. The NPM system management system is the VMG Element Manager, which is a a Web-based GUI for configuration, monitoring and management of the chassis, NPMs, AMPs, TCMs, and VPMs. -
Page 53: Prerequisites
Prerequisites Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Prerequisites Before beginning, be sure the console is connected to an NPM or NPM2, as described in Chapter 3, “System Initialization Preparation.” In a Selenio VMG system containing two NPMs, the configuration requires the following network addresses: Three IPv4 addresses (all in the same IP subnet). -
Page 54: The Tcon Main Menu
Using TCON (Temporary Console) to Set Initial Configuration Gen2 Release 1.4.0 The TCON Main Menu The TCON welcome screen is the TCON main menu, which contains five options. Welcome to the Selenio VMG Choose action: 1)Display Mgmt IF configuration 2)Configure Mgmt IF IP address, netmask, and gateway 3)Check connectivity from Mgmt IF to gateway 4)Reboot NPM 5)Display build info... -
Page 55: Setting Network Addresses For The Npm
Using TCON (Temporary Console) to Set Initial Configuration Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Setting Network Addresses for the NPM To set the network addresses for the NPM, select 2 from the TCON main menu. Output similar to the following example will be displayed. Enter number of your choice: 2 Enter the mgmt interface IP address, netmask, gateway address, and DNS address Format is a single line of 4 dotted quads, for example:... -
Page 56: Viewing Vmg Build Information
Enter number of your choice: 5 Build info ----------------------------------------------------------------- Software Version: 1.1.1 Build# 65583 Imagine Communications Date: 2013-09-11 01:43:45 VMG-TCM ----------------------------------------------------------------- Using Element Manager to Finalize Initial Configuration Using a web browser, type the physical IP address of the active NPM’s management interface. Note: If two NPMs are installed, the active NPM will be the module in Slot 1. -
Page 57: Figure 38: Vmg Element Manager Login
Gen2 Release 1.4.0 To obtain installation instructions and the latest version of JRE that is compatible with the VMG Element Manager, log in to Imagine Communications’ Customer Portal and search for Download Java Runtime Environment. 1. Click the Launch Selenio VMG Element Manager link. -
Page 58: Figure 39: Element Manager - Chassis View
Using Element Manager to Finalize Initial Configuration Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Figure 39. Element Manager - Chassis View alarm status here syslog 4. From the main menu bar, select Configuration -> Global from the drop down menu to present the Global Configuration window, which defaults to display of the System tab (Figure 40). -
Page 59: Figure 41: Global Configuration - Management Interface Tab
Using Element Manager to Finalize Initial Configuration Gen2 Release 1.4.0 5. In the System tab, enter the value for (minimally) one NTP server address and the Time Zone. 6. Optionally, enter the Syslog Server IP Address and Port number (the typically UDP port for syslog is 514). -
Page 60: Chapter 5: Troubleshooting And Maintenance
CHAPTER 5 Troubleshooting and Maintenance This chapter provides recommended procedures for maintenance of VMG-14+ system components. Troubleshooting advice and Imagine Communications Customer Support information is also included in this chapter. In This Chapter: “Hot Swap Indicators,” next. • “Handling Application Modules-Live System” on page •... -
Page 61: Handling Application Modules-Live System
Handling Application Modules-Live System Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Handling Application Modules‐Live System This section describes how to handle the NPM and application modules in a VMG system that is up and running, in the following topics: “Removing VMG Modules from a Live System” on page •... -
Page 62: Replacing Vmg Modules At A Live System
DC Power Servicing Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Replacing VMG Modules at a Live System 1. Use steps provided in “Inserting VMG Modules—New System” on page 2. After securing the module in the slot, check the LEDs on the faceplate to ensure that the module is functioning as expected (Table 19). -
Page 63: Ac Psu Servicing
AC PSU Servicing Gen2 Release 1.4.0 AC PSU Servicing Each AC PSU is a fully serviceable FRU (Figure 43) fits into a slot in the front power bay of a VMG-14+ AC system; the system accommodates up to four AC PSUs. Figure 43. AC PSU for VMG-14+ AC System REAR Thumbscrew... -
Page 64: Shelf Control Manager Servicing
Shelf Control Manager Servicing Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Shelf Control Manager Servicing For a front panel view of the SCM, see Figure 8 on page SCM Removal 1. Unscrew the thumb screws at the opposite ends of the SCM. 2. Open the extraction levers slowly and simultaneously until the Hot Swap (blue) LED begins blinking. -
Page 65: Fan Tray Replacement
The Fan Filter tray should be checked periodically to rule out excess dust collection. A dirty air filter can cause overheating of the system. Imagine Communications recommends that air filters be replaced every three to six months, or more often (as dependent on conditions in the operations site). -
Page 66: Fru Reference
“Event Log Analysis” on page • Imagine Communications Technical Response Center For issues beyond the scope of this manual, contact the Imagine Communications Technical Response Center (TRC). Imagine Communications’ TRC provides 24x7 access to professional services, via phone, email, and web (see also “Technical Assistance” on page 11). -
Page 67: Imagine Communications Customer Portal
If You Need Assistance Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Imagine Communications Customer Portal To search the Imagine Communications Customer Portal for a specific document or solution, proceed as follows: 1. Log in to the Imagine Communications Customer Portal site (http://support.rgbnetworks.com). Figure 46. Imagine Communications Customer Portal home page 2. -
Page 68: Chapter 6: System Specifications
CHAPTER 6 System Specifications This chapter provides system specifications for the VMG-14+. In This Chapter: “Application Modules,” next. • “Input / Output Interfaces” on page • “Redundancy” on page • “Compliance” on page • “Physical Dimensions” on page • “Weight Specifications” on page •... -
Page 69: Input / Output Interfaces
Input / Output Interfaces Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Input / Output Interfaces The VMG-14+ chassis contains no interface ports. Input/output interfaces described in this section are associated with various modules, as listed in Table Table 22. Input/Output interfaces Interface Type Applicable Modules Ethernet 2 x 10GigE, 8 x GigE interfaces - copper or NPM, AMP optical 4 x 10GigE, 8x GigE interfaces - copper or... -
Page 70: Compliance
Compliance Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Compliance Table 24. Regulatory Standards Compliance Category Standard Safety cTUVus 60950-1:2005 2nd Edition CB Certificate FCC - Title 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B Canada - ICES-003, Issue 2, April 1995 CE Mark - EN55022 2006 and EN55024:1998 + A1:2001 + A2:2003 FCC part 15 Class A Conducted Emissions EN 55022 Class A Radiated Emissions EN 55022 Class A... -
Page 71: Physical Dimensions
Physical Dimensions Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Physical Dimensions Table 26. Physical Dimensions Parameter Value Height DC System: 578 mm (22.75”) 13 RU AC System: 622 mm (24.5”) 14 RU Width (with flanges) 448.2 mm (19”) DC system: 533.4 mm (21”) Depth (with PEM covers & handles) AC system: 508 mm (20”) a. -
Page 72: Power Specifications
Power Specifications Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Power Specifications DC Power Table 28. DC Power Specifications Parameter Value Input Voltage Four DC inputs each rated: -41 VDC to -60 VDC, 70A Input Power • DC 60A per power feed. • 3+1 power feeds. Power Consumption 5400W maximum - fully loaded. -
Page 73: Environmental Specifications
Environmental Specifications Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Environmental Specifications Table 31. Environmental Specifications Parameter Value Storage temperature -40º to 70º C (-40º to 158º F) Operating temperature 0º to 45º C (32º to 113º F) Ambient temperature (transient operation) +5 º to +55 ºC (41º to 131ºF) Humidity +5% to +90%, non-condensing Humidity (transient operation) -
Page 74: Appendix A: Localized Cautions And Warnings
APPENDIX A Localized Cautions and Warnings This appendix provides French and German translations for the Caution and Warning statements in this manual. In This Appendix “Earth Connectivity Advisory,” next • “Power Source Safety -- Connection Cables and Terminals Advisory” on page 75 • “Filler Panels” on page 75 •... -
Page 75: Earth Connectivity Advisory
Statement type Statement Page 50, Rack Caution Ensure that Imagine Communications-supplied filler panels are Requirements, installed in empty slots. This is necessary to maintain proper airflow Filler Panels and prevent air from escaping out of the front of an open slot. -
Page 76: Power Safety -- Hazardous Voltage Advisory
In This Appendix Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Power Safety ‐‐ Hazardous Voltage Advisory Page number and subject Statement type Statement Page 42, DC Warning Hazardous voltage! Before working, ensure that the power connection Power Supply, cables are disconnected from power. When the system is powered Electrical on, do NOT touch the power terminals. -
Page 77: Electric Overload Advisory
In This Appendix Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Electric Overload Advisory Page number and subject Statement type Statement Page 42, DC Warning Avoid electric overload. To avoid electrical hazard, do not make Power Supply, connections to terminals outside the specified voltage range for the Electrical Selenio VMG. -
Page 78: Lifting
In This Appendix Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Lifting Page number and subject Statement type Statement Page Caution Do NOT use module handles to lift the VMG system. The handles Page 41 provided on the fan trays, PEMs, or cable trays cannot support the weight of the chassis. -
Page 79: Handling Computer Equipment - Static Electricity (3)
In This Appendix Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Handling Computer Equipment ‐ Static Electricity (3) Page number and subject Statement type Statement Page 60 Warning Static electricity can harm delicate components inside the chassis. You must wear an ESD wrist strap exchanging any part or electrical ESD advisory component. -
Page 80: Appendix A: Conformity And Safety Information
• EN 61000-3-3:2008 – AC Voltage Fluctuations • This product follows the provisions of the EMC Directive 2004 / 108 / EC and carries the CE marking accordingly. Imagine Communications Customer Support: Tel: 877-RGB-NETW • FAX: (408) 701-2710 • Selenio... -
Page 81: Declarations Of Conformity
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Modifying the equipment without Imagine Communications’ authorization may result in the equipment no longer complying with FCC requirements for Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules for Class A or Class B digital devices. -
Page 82: Europe
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. EN 55024 Imagine Communications Corp., declares that the VMG-14+ complies with EN 55024:2010 “Information Technology Equipment—Immunity Characteristics, Limits and method of measurements. EN 55024 references various... -
Page 83: Japan
Declarations of Conformity Table 32. EN55024 Referenced Standards Referenced Standard Description Standard Used CISPR 20:2006 Sound and television broadcast receivers and associated CISPR 20-2006 equipment—Immunity characteristics—Limits and EN 55020-2007 EN 55020:2007 methods of measurement CISPR 22:2008 (mod) Information technology equipment—Radio disturbance CISPR 22-2008 (mod) characteristics—Limits and methods of measurement. -
Page 84: Australia/New Zealand
Safety VCCI regulations reference various national and internal standards and for clarity, the standards utilizaed are provided in Table Table 34. VCCI Referenced Standards Referenced Standard Description CISPR 22: Ed 6:2008 Information Technology Equipment – Radio disturbance characteristics - Limits and methods of measurement CISPR 16-1-1 Specification for radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus and method... -
Page 85: Glossary
Glossary This glossary describes some of the terminology used in this document. AMP—Application Media Processor The VMG module that performs audio transcoding. ANSI—American National Standards Institute ATSC—Advanced Television Systems Committee ATSC is working to coordinate television standards among different communications media. ATSC is also developing digital television implementation strategies. Bandwidth The maximum amount of data that a transmission device is capable of carrying. - Page 86 Gen2 Release 1.4.0 FCC—Federal Communications Commission The agency that regulates communications services, including cable television, that originate in the United States. FPGA—Field Programmable Gate Array An array of logic gates that can be hardware-programmed to fulfill user-specified tasks. FTP—File Transfer Protocol A network protocol used to transfer data from one computer to another through a network. GigE—Gigabit Ethernet Technology for transmitting Ethernet frames at data transfer rates of 1 Gigabit (1,000 megabits) per second.
- Page 87 Gen2 Release 1.4.0 IPTV—Internet Protocol Television A system where digital television is delivered to a network infrastructure using Internet Protocol through a broadband connection. Often, IPTV is delivered in conjunction with Video on Demand and other Internet services, such as web access and Voice over IP. ITU—International Telecommunication Union An international organization through which governments and the private sector coordinate global telecommunications networks and devices.
- Page 88 Gen2 Release 1.4.0 PEM—Power Entry Module PSU—Power Supply Unit RADIUS—Remote Authentication Dial In User Service A networking protocol that provides centralized AAA services. Redundancy A method of providing a backup for critical system components to ensure uninterruptible service in the event of a failure. High availability and reliability. RF—Radio Frequency Television signals are modulated onto RF signals and are then demodulated by the television tuner.
- Page 89 UDP provides a direct way to send information over an IP network. It is used primarily for broadcasting messages over a network. VBR—Variable Bit Rate VBR streams vary in bandwidth over time. VIA—Video Intelligence Architecture An FPGA based modular architecture developed by Imagine Communications. VMG‐6—Video Multiprocessing Gateway, 6‐slot chassis VMG‐8—Video Multiprocessing Gateway, 8‐slot chassis VMG‐14—Video Multiprocessing Gateway, 14‐slot chassis VMG‐14+—Video Multiprocessing Gateway, 14‐slot chassis (300 watts) VPM—Video Processor Module...
- Page 90 Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Serial GbE optical interface XFP—10 Gigabit Small Form Factor Pluggable 10 Gigabit Small Form Factor Pluggable (SFP). The XFP is a pluggable, hot-swappable optical interface for 10 Gigabit SONET/SDH, Fibre Channel, Gigabit Ethernet, and other applications. XFP modules are optical transceivers, typically 1310nm or 1550nm. Optical XFPs include digital diagnostics. Selenio VMG-14+ Hardware Setup Guide...
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Page 91: Index
Index using TCON Intelligent Platform Management Bus (IPMB) AC power interfaces 13, 26 IPTV Application Media Processor (AMP) 13, 29 Java cable circuit overloading compliance LEDs console AC PEM NPM RJ-11 AC power supply console parameters 20, 25 constant bit rate (CBR) 24, 26 DC PEM 31, 33... - Page 92 Gen2 Release 1.4.0 Power Entry Module (PEM) power specifications Rack Unit (RU) chassis size Rear Transition Module (RTM) 31, 33 reduced air flow redundancy 13, 69 reliable earthing RJ-11 NPM connector RJ-11 port RJ-11 serial console interface RJ-45 NPM connector SCTE 30 server 53, 59...