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Axis Series – RX User Guide
Rev. 2.5 – 2/12/2015
Wave Central LLC
99 Garden Parkway, Suite C., Carlisle, PA 17013
+1 888 736 9283 www.wave-central.com

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  • Page 1 Axis Series – RX User Guide Rev. 2.5 – 2/12/2015 Wave Central LLC 99 Garden Parkway, Suite C., Carlisle, PA 17013 +1 888 736 9283 www.wave-central.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Contents Contents ..................0-1 0. Systems Description ..............0-1 0.1  What is the AXRX1 Broadcast Receiver? ............. 0-1  0.2  What are the Features and Benefits of AXRX1? ..........0-2 ...
  • Page 3 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above 6. Advanced Setup ............... 6-39 6.1  About Advanced Setup ..................6-39  6.2  Installing the Browser Application on your PC............ 6-39  6.3  Connecting your PC to the AXRX1 using IP ............6-40 ...

  • Page 4: Systems Description

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above 0. Systems Description The subject equipment of this User Guide is: Equipment Title Part Number AXRX1- Axis Series Diversity Receiver (AXRX2 2-Way, AXRX4 4-Way, AXRX6 6-Way and AXRX8 8-Way) Figure 0-1 –...

  • Page 5: What Are The Features And Benefits Of Axrx1

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above The AXRX1 incorporates an extremely flexible decoding platform, with low-delay SD and HD H.264 decoding capability plus an SD MPEG2 decoder for compatibility with existing systems.
  • Page 6 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Key Features Key Benefits Composite video output (with optional Low cost of ownership - Easy integration with HD down-conversion) Composite systems. HDMI Output (Cost Option) Industry standard linking.

  • Page 7: Getting An Overview Of The Axrx1

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Getting an Overview of the AXRX1 Diagram: AXRX1 Main System Figure 0-2 Main System Diagram Revision 2.5 Page 0-4 February 2015...
  • Page 8 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Item Function Antenna. Matched to band of the down converter. Do not over tighten – hand tight only. Down converter. Enables the AXRX1 to be used in various RF bands.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above 1. Getting Started Identifying your Device There is only one type of AXRX1 Receiver described in this User Guide. This is a AXRX1 Receiver. Its type designation is: AXRX1- Size: 358mm (L) x 220mm (W) x 87.5...
  • Page 10 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Diagram: Unpacking your AXRX1 Figure 1-2 – AXRX1 Packing Diagram Revision 2.5 Page 1-7 February 2015...

  • Page 11: Planning The Hardware Installation

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Item Notes Main Unit. AXRX1-2 for example, 2-way diversity, DVBT demodulation, includes MPEG2 and H.264 SD decoder, Composite and SDI out, Genlock, Web-browser interface, with BNC connectors, excludes antennas and down converters.

  • Page 12: Identifying The Variants Of Axrx1

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Identifying the Variants of AXRX1 Step 1: Identify the Variants Equipment Title Part Number 2-way diversity, DVBT demodulation, includes MPEG2 and AXRX1-2 and AXRX1-2NA H.264 SD decoder, Composite and SDI out, Genlock, Web- browser interface, with BNC connectors, excludes antennas and down converters.

  • Page 13: About The Software With Your Axrx1

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 2: Identify the Licensing Options Equipment Title Part Number License for Receiver Streaming Upgrade (Professional NETAXRX1IPUP Receiver Broadcast). About the Software with your AXRX1 The AXRX1 has two software elements: Firmware that runs inside the device on the boards.
  • Page 14 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Screenshot: AXRX1 Control Page Figure 1-3 – AXRX1 Control Page Revision 2.5 Page 1-11 February 2015...

  • Page 15: Controls, Connections And Indicators

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above 2. Controls, Connections and Indicators About Controls, Connections and Indicators You’ll need to be able to find all the controls and connections on the unit. You’ll also need to be able to identify and interpret any alarms or indicators.

  • Page 16: Exploring The Rear Panel

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Item Used for... Cancel / Back Button. Press to cancel action or go back one level. Joystick / Confirm Button Move the joystick for UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT.
  • Page 17 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Item Used for... XLR 4 pin female connector POWER Power input to the AXRX1. 12V 4A. BNC female connectors x 8 marked 1 Connect your IF cables from the down to 8.

  • Page 18: Setting Up Your Axrx1

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above 3. Setting up your AXRX1 Connecting the Antennas This topic describes connecting systems designed mainly for transporting the RF signals. Of all the variables affecting single-channel broadcast communications, the one factor that an operator has the most control over is the antenna.

  • Page 19: Connecting Ac Power

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 4: Attach IF Cable to the Down converter 1. Connect the BNC connector on the IF Cable to the BNC male connector on the bottom panel of each block down converter.

  • Page 20: Basic Operation

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above 4. Basic Operation Starting and Stopping the AXRX1 AXRX1 units have a power switch on the right side of the front panel. Before you Begin You’ll need:...

  • Page 21: Navigating The Menu Pages On The Control Panel

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Diagram: Control Panel Figure 4-1 AXRX1 Control Panel Item Used for... Display Screen. This two line OLED display screen forms part of the Control Panel where you can quickly set up many of the features of the AXRX1.
  • Page 22 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Before you Begin You’ll need: A fully powered AXRX1.  Step 1: Select the Status or Configuration Menu 1. On the front panel, press the Cancel/Back Button.

  • Page 23: Exploring The Status Menu

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Figure 4-2 Select the Status or Configuration Menu Next Steps Explore the Status Menu. Exploring the Status Menu Before you Begin You’ll need: A fully powered AXRX1 ...
  • Page 24 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 1: Select Status Menu 1. From the menu, choose Status. 2. Press the center of the Joystick/Confirm button to select the Status menu. 3. Use the Joystick/Confirm button to move up and down the status menu...

  • Page 25: Exploring The Config Menu

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Menu Sub-Menu Notes TX Status If the transmitter has been configured to send its status information then it will be Video Lock: ___ displayed here.
  • Page 26 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Menu First Sub- Second Sub- Notes Menu Menu IP Address 192.168.2.65 IP Netmask 255.255.255.0 IP Gateway 192.168.2.254 Rest. Defaults RF Setup RF Frequency 2405.00 MHz...
  • Page 27 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Menu First Sub- Second Sub- Notes Menu Menu Service Mode Defaults Prog. List (0) No Service Default Service Unit 1 Default ID Man. Video PID1 0300 Man.

  • Page 28: Changing Numbers In The Config Menu

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Menu First Sub- Second Sub- Notes Menu Menu Freeze Frame Table 4-3 – Config Menu Changing Numbers in the Config Menu Sometimes you’ll need to change numbers in the Config menu, like frequencies for example.
  • Page 29 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Note: If you do not understand any of the parameters mentioned above, they are all fully covered in the chapter about the control pages. Figure 4-3 Changing Numbers in the Configuration Menu Revision 2.5...

  • Page 30: Toggling Dhcp On Or Off

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Toggling DHCP On or Off When shipped, the AXRX1 is set to be given an IP address by an external DHCP server. You may need to switch this DHCP facility off.

  • Page 31: Setting The Receiver Configuration

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 1: Select Config Menu 1. From the menu, choose Config. 2. Press the center of the Joystick/Confirm button to select the Config menu. Step 2: Select Global Setup Sub-Menu 1.
  • Page 32 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 2: Select Global Setup Sub-Menu 1. Use the Joystick/Confirm button to move up and down the Config menu and choose Global Setup. 2. Press the center of the Joystick/Confirm button to select the Global Setup sub- menu.

  • Page 33: Advanced Operation

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above 5. Advanced Operation About Encryption Note: This section is only relevant only to customers that have the Streaming license loaded onto their AXRX1 unit. The target is focused on intercepting your radio signal. To do this, all that they need is a radio receiver that operates in the same mode and on the same frequency you are using to transmit.
  • Page 34 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Screenshot: Select the Encryption Mode AXRX1 Figure 5-1 Select the Encryption Mode Step 2: Change the Descrambling Keys The encryption key is a 128bit value for AES128 and a 256bit value for AES256, and is entered as 32 or 64 ASCII hexadecimal characters (0..9, A..F).

  • Page 35: About The Encryption Key Characters Required

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Screenshot: Change the Encryption Key AXRX1 Figure 5-2 Change the Encryption Key About the Encryption Key Characters Required In our example above we used AES128 encryption. This needed a key of 32 characters. If...

  • Page 36: About Streaming Over Ip

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Key Type Number of Characters Needed AES128 AES256 64 (32 in each field) Table 5-1 – Encryption Key Characters Required About Streaming Over IP Note: This section is relevant only to customers that have the Streaming licence loaded onto their AXRX1 unit.
  • Page 37 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 2: Configure the IP Settings Pane - Gateway For multicast operations it is very important that you configure the gateway in the IP settings pane even though we might not have a gateway in our network.

  • Page 38: Recovering A Udp Multicast Stream - Vlc

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Figure 5-5 Configure the Streaming Settings Pane Recovering a UDP Multicast Stream - VLC Now you have configured your multicast stream at the AXRX1, you’ll want to recover that stream on you PC.
  • Page 39 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Your PC must have VLC loaded.  Step 1: Open VLC 1. On your desktop, double-click the VLC Media Player Icon. 2. The VLC Media Player window opens.
  • Page 40 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Screenshot: Recovering a UDP Multicast Stream Figure 5-6 Recovering a UDP Multicast Stream - VLC Revision 2.5 Page 5-37 February 2015...

  • Page 41: About Rtsp Multicast And Unicast

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above About RTSP Multicast and Unicast If you set the streaming mode on the AXRX1 to be RTSP Multicast or RTSP Unicast then the Network URL you’ll need in VLC or Mission Commander will be: rtsp://192.168.2.65/stream1.sdp...

  • Page 42: Advanced Setup

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above 6. Advanced Setup About Advanced Setup To get the most from your radio system you must customise the programming for your operations and area. CAUTION: Before you start programming your radio make sure the batteries are fresh and fully charged.

  • Page 43: Connecting Your Pc To The Axrx1 Using Ip

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Connecting your PC to the AXRX1 using IP You’ll want to configure your AXRX1 to do useful work right away. The AXRX1 has Control Pages accessed from your web browser which enables you to perform many configuration tasks quickly and easily.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 3 - Open your Web Browser and Log on 1. On your PC, double-click your Internet Browser icon. 2. The Web browser Home Page window opens.

  • Page 45: Exploring The Main Window

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Next Steps Explore the Main Window. Exploring the Main Window Before you Begin You’ll need: To have connected your PC to the AXRX1 using IP.

  • Page 46: Configuring The Basic Settings

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Notes Uploads tab Enables you to upload a license file to enable licensable features, and send software upgrade files to the AXRX1. Frequency tab The AXRX1 is able to scan frequencies and find active channels for you for quick tuning.

  • Page 47: Working With The Status Tab

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Working with the Status Tab The Status Tab displays detailed status information of received signal quality and decoded video and audio services. The Status Tab is divided into four sub-tabs: Overview ...
  • Page 48 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Preset Name 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, This is the configuration you are currently 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, working on. Only 1 to 16.
  • Page 49 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Screenshot: Input Sub-Tab Figure 6-5 Status Tab showing Input Sub-Tab Step 4: Interpret the Demod 1 Pane Screenshot: Demod 1 Pane Figure 6-6 Input Sub-Tab showing Demod 1 Pane Revision 2.5...
  • Page 50 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Lock Status Locked (steady Tells you if the unit has successfully locked green background) to the incoming bit stream. or Not Locked (steady red background.
  • Page 51 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Guard interval DVBT: The guard interval which is being applied to the narrowband mode in use. 1/32, 1/16, 1/8, The guard interval is a deliberate extension of the RF symbol period to give immunity to reflections.
  • Page 52 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Screenshot: Demod 1 Pane, Show Details Checked Figure 6-7 Demod 1 Pane with Show Details Checked Name Options Notes Pre-Errors 0 is ideal. Could The bit error rate for pre-errors.
  • Page 53 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Screenshot: Transmitter 1 Pane Figure 6-8 Input Sub-Tab showing Transmitter 1 Pane Name Options Notes Video Lock Locked (steady Tells you if the transmitter has successfully green background) locked to its incoming video signal.
  • Page 54 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Battery Any voltage on a This field reports the current voltage of the Voltage green or red field transmitter’s battery in VDC.
  • Page 55 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Video Lock Locked (steady Tells you if the unit has successfully locked green background) to the incoming video signal. or Not Locked (steady red background.
  • Page 56 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 9: Interpret the Genlock Pane Screenshot: Genlock Pane Figure 6-11 Input Sub-Tab showing Genlock Pane Name Options Notes Input Yes (steady green Tells you if the unit has successfully...
  • Page 57 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 10: Interpret the IP Pane Screenshot: IP Pane Figure 6-12 Input Sub-Tab showing IP Pane Name Options Notes IP Status Locked (steady Tells you if the unit has successfully locked green background) an IP signal.
  • Page 58 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Frequency L, S and C Bands The frequency in megahertz (MHz) to which (MHz). the receiver is currently tuned. Bandwidth. DVBT/UMVL: The bandwidth which is currently in use.
  • Page 59 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 13: Interpret the Service 1 Pane Screenshot: Service 1 Pane Figure 6-15 Service Sub-Tab showing Service 1 Pane Name Options Notes Service Name H.264 Unit 1 is...
  • Page 60 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Line Standard SD: PAL or NTSC Reports the line standard of the video that was set at the transmitter. HD: 720p50, 720p59, 720p60,...
  • Page 61 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Screenshot: Service 1 Pane, Show Details Checked Figure 6-16 Service 1 Pane with Show Details Checked Name Options Notes Video PID Default or Each table or elementary stream in a...
  • Page 62 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes PCR PID Default or Each table or elementary stream in a 0x0020 to 0x1FFE transport stream is identified by a 13-bit PCR=Program packet ID (PID).
  • Page 63 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Battery Any voltage on a This field reports the current voltage of the Voltage green or red field transmitter’s battery in VDC.

  • Page 64: Working With The Global Settings Tab

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Note: Service 2 and Service List 2 work in exactly the same way as Service 1 and Service List 1. Working with the Global Settings Tab...
  • Page 65 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Screenshot: Global Settings Tab Figure 6-18 Global Settings Tab Revision 2.5 Page 6-62 February 2015...
  • Page 66 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 2: Configure the General Settings Pane Screenshot: General Settings Pane Figure 6-19 General Settings Pane Name Options Notes Unit Name AXRX1 or any The name for the receiver. Used when the combination of AXRX1 is streaming to identify the source.
  • Page 67 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes HD Down Off, 4:3 or 16:9 When licensed for HD down conversion, Conversion offers the option to enable and select the video output aspect ratio.
  • Page 68 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Presets Select Manual mode, means you will have Manual mode to type in the LO Frequency and LO Side in the next two fields yourself.
  • Page 69 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes BDC Gain 30 typically, but Most down converters introduce gain to the Offset can be changed to RF path. A 2 GHz BDC for example 10 dB.
  • Page 70 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes LO Frequency 1720 or any valid All our receiver units use down (MHz) down converter converters to lower the frequency from frequency.
  • Page 71 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 4: Configure the IP Settings Pane Screenshot: IP Settings Pane Figure 6-22 IP Settings Pane Name Options Notes DHCP Enable Checked or When checked the AXRX1 is given an IP Unchecked address by an external DHCP server.
  • Page 72 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Gateway Example: A default gateway is used by a host when an IP packet's destination address belongs 192.168.2.254 to someplace outside the local subnet. The default gateway address is usually an interface belonging to the LAN’s border...
  • Page 73 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 5: Configure the Streaming Settings Pane Screenshot: Streaming Settings Pane Figure 6-23 Streaming Settings Pane Name Options Notes Streaming Checked or Unchecked Switches the streaming feature on or Enable off.
  • Page 74 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Streamer You choose the source that will provide Select the stream from this box. Demod 1 for example means the stream will come from the first receiver channel.
  • Page 75 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Channel 2 All the controls are exactly the same for the second channel. Table 6-18 – Streaming Settings Pane Key Step 6: Configure the OSD Settings Pane...
  • Page 76 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Eng. Mode Spectra If you selected Engineering in Mode earlier, these fields become active. Scan Spectra – Displays a graph on the OSD of...
  • Page 77 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 7: Configure the Genlock Settings Pane Screenshot: Genlock Settings Pane Figure 6-25 Genlock Settings Pane Name Options Notes Genlock Mode Off=Genlock switched off and systems is not locked.

  • Page 78: Setting The Clock

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Setting the Clock Before you Begin You’ll need: To have connected your PC to the AXRX1 using IP.  To be logged on to the AXRX1 unit.

  • Page 79: Working With The Configuration Tab

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Screenshot: Set the Clock Figure 6-26 Set the Clock Working with the Configuration Tab The Configuration tab contains the list of 16 presets. Each preset enables you to specify demodulation parameters, decoding modes, and descrambling configuration.
  • Page 80 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Basic Configuration  Demod 1 Configuration  Decoder 1 Configuration  Demod 2 Configuration  Decoder 2 Configuration  Before you Begin You’ll need: To have connected your PC to the AXRX1 using IP.
  • Page 81 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 2: Understand the Preset Tab Colours 1. The green box shows which preset is currently active in the receiver. 2. The light blue tab shows presets available for you to use (There are 16).
  • Page 82 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 5: Configure the Basic Configuration Pane Screenshot: Basic Configuration Pane Figure 6-29 Basic Configuration Pane Name Options Notes Preset Name Config 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6,...
  • Page 83 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes DVBT Carrier 2K or 4K If you selected DVBT as your Modulation Mode Type earlier, you can now select how many carriers will be used.
  • Page 84 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Video De- Off or On. MPEG ASP mode only. Filter which by blocking Filter default is on, helps provide a softening effect on sharp edged boundaries.
  • Page 85 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Figure 6-30 Demod 1 Configuration Panes Name Options Notes Frequency 2, 5.8, 6.4, 7.1GHz The frequency in megahertz (MHz) that you (MHz) want to use for this preset.
  • Page 86 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 7: Configure the Decoder 1 Configuration Pane Screenshot: Decoder 1 Configuration Pane Figure 6-31 Decoder 1 Configuration Pane Name Options Notes Decoder 1 Demod 1 Source feeding the decoder.
  • Page 87 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Default Up to 20 ASCII The default is Unit 1. If the received stream Service characters. contains multiple services, this service name will be checked for a match and used as preference.
  • Page 88 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Name Options Notes Multicast 239.16.33.254 This text box enables you to change the Address multicast address to be received by the unit. The default value is 239.16.33.254.

  • Page 89: Working With The Copy From Config Button

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above 6.10 Working with the Copy from Config Button Sometimes you want to create a new configuration from one that already exists. For example, you may have a complex configuration you like to use but just need to change the frequency.
  • Page 90 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Figure 6-32 Working with the Copy from Config Button Revision 2.5 Page 6-87 February 2015...

  • Page 91: Working With The Log Tab

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above 6.11 Working with the Log Tab The AXRX1 receiver has the facility for generating log files of receiver status information. Before you Begin You’ll need: To have connected your PC to the AXRX1 using IP.

  • Page 92: Before You Begin

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Before you Begin You’ll need: To have connected your PC to the AXRX1 using IP.  To be logged on to the AXRX1 unit. ...

  • Page 93: Working With The Frequency Tab

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 3: Upgrade your AXRX1 When a new software release is available for the AXRX1, we can supply customers with a software upgrade. We can generate a new upgrade file (with the file extension .upg) which we’ll send to you.
  • Page 94 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Screenshot: Frequency Tab Figure 6-35 Frequency Tab Step 2: Configure the Scan Settings Pane 1. Click the Refresh button – this resets any previous scans in the frequency scanner.
  • Page 95 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Screenshot: Scan Settings Pane Figure 6-36 Scan Settings Pane Step 3: Start the Scan 1. Click the Start button. 2. The Confirm Scan message window opens. This reminds you normal operations will stop.
  • Page 96 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Screenshot: Graph Pane Figure 6-37 Graph Pane Step 4: Check the Scan Results 1. Look at the Scan Results pane – It will list any frequencies it has found that it is able to tune for you.

  • Page 97: Working With The Information Tab

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Screenshot: Scan Results Pane Figure 6-38 Scan Results Pane Working with the Information Tab The Information tab contains generic information including software versions and unit specific data.
  • Page 98 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 1: Open the Information Tab Click on Information tab. Screenshot: Information Tab Figure 6-39 Information Tab Step 2: Check the Software Version This field returns the current version of software loaded onto the AXRX1 unit. When you do an upgrade, you’ll probably want to check here to see that the upgrade went well.
  • Page 99 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Step 6: Check the H264 Decoder Serial Number During a support call we’ll often ask you for the Serial Number of your H264 Decoder unit.

  • Page 100: Appendix A - Cautions And Warnings

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above 7. Appendix A – Cautions and Warnings Cautions and Warnings Serial Area Note Enclosures Do not remove any factory installed screws or fastenings. Damage to the units may result and void any warranties.
  • Page 101 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Serial Area Note Thermal Any powered device will always produce heat as a by-product of Control System its operation. If you operate this device in an enclosed space you must ensure it has adequate airflow to keep it cool.

  • Page 102: Appendix B - Care And Maintenance

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above 8. Appendix B - Care and Maintenance Caring for your Equipment Do not subject the radio to physical abuse, excessive shock or vibration  Do not drop, jar or throw the radio ...

  • Page 103: Cleaning

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above For extended periods of storage (more than one year) charge before storage and  recharge every six to nine months. Always fully recharge the battery after any storage period greater than one month before ...

  • Page 104: Appendix C-Glossary

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above 9. Appendix C-Glossary Glossary Means… 16QAM 16-state Quadrature Amplitude Modulation. 64QAM 64-state Quadrature Amplitude Modulation. Means… Alternating Current. Current that is continually changing in magnitude and periodically in direction from a zero reference level.

  • Page 105: February

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Means… Analogue Analog transmission is a transmission method of conveying voice, data, image, signal or video information using a continuous signal which varies in amplitude, phase, or some other property in proportion to that of a variable.
  • Page 106 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Means… Decoder Processor in a video receiver that converts digital video data to analogue signals for replay on analogue monitors; or in certain cases a software decoder, a program that decodes digital data for replay on the PC (decompression etc.).
  • Page 107 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Means… Fading A periodic decrease in received signal strength Frequency The rate at which a process repeats itself. In radio communications, frequency is expressed in cycles per second.
  • Page 108 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Means… LOS and NLOS Line-of-sight propagation refers to electro-magnetic radiation including light emissions travelling in a straight line. The rays or waves are diffracted, refracted, reflected, or absorbed by atmosphere and obstructions with material and generally cannot travel over the horizon or behind obstacles.
  • Page 109 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Means… NMEA 0183 NMEA 0183 is a combined electrical and data specification for communication between marine electronic devices such as echo sounder, sonar, anemometer, gyrocompass, autopilot, GPS receivers and many other types of instruments.
  • Page 110 Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Means… RTSP Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) is a network control protocol designed for use in entertainment and communications systems to control streaming media servers. The protocol is used for establishing and controlling media sessions between end points.

  • Page 111: Contents

    Axis Series – RX User Guide User Guide – Ver. 2.5 Software v2.0 and above Means… The TNC (threaded Neill-Concelman) connector is a threaded version of the BNC connector. The connector has a 50 Ω impedance and operates best in the 0–11 GHz frequency spectrum.
  • Page 112 High Power amplifier to the antenna. Information contained in this manual, may be subject to error or omissions. Wave Central LLC is not liable for any consequences resulting from this document. Thank you for reading the AXRX1 operations manual. No materials containing radon were used in the production of this manual.

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