3g/hd/sd-sdi/asi/madi reconfigurable video sfp transceiver/distribution amplifier with full-flexibility crosspoint and externally-accessible sfp module (36 pages)
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9911DA-8-BPX 9911DA-8-BPX Dual-Input 3G/HD/SD-SDI / ASI 1x8 Distribution Amplifier and Bypass Switch with Passive Relay Protected Output Product Manual Cobalt Digital Inc. 2506 Galen Drive Champaign, IL 61821 Voice 217.344.1243 • Fax 217.344.1245 www.cobaltdigital.com 9911DA-6-BPX-OM (V1.0)
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Furthermore, Cobalt Digital Inc. reserves the right to make changes to any products herein to improve readability, function, or design. Cobalt Digital Inc. does not assume any liability arising out of the application or use of any product or circuit described herein.
Chapter 1 Overview This manual provides installation and operating instructions for the 9911DA-8-BPX Dual-Input 3G/HD/SD-SDI / ASI 1x8 Distribution Amplifier and Bypass Switch with Passive Relay Protected Output card (also referred to herein as the 9911DA-8-BPX). This manual consists of the following chapters: Chapter 1, “Introduction”...
Manual Conventions Manual Conventions In this manual, display messages and connectors are shown using the exact name shown on the 9911DA-8-BPX itself (for example, connector names are shown like this: ANLG IN). In this manual, the terms below are applicable as follows: 9911DA-8-BPX refers to the 9911DA-8-BPX Dual-Input 3G/HD/ •...
Refer to the frame Product Manual for important safety instructions regarding the proper installation and safe operation of the frame as well as its component products. If required, make certain Rear I/O Module(s) is installed before installing the 9911DA-8-BPX CAUTION into the frame slot.
9911DA-8-BPX Functional Description Figure 1-1 shows a functional block diagram of the 9911DA-8-BPX. The 9911DA-8-BPX can provide up to eight DA input copies with EQ and reclocking, and automatically choose from primary (PRI) and secondary backup (BKUP) inputs. A relay-bypass path (with relay located on the Rear I/O Module) provides a passive bypass signal path if card power is lost or the card is removed from its slot.
The 9911DA-8-BPX physically interfaces to system video connections at the rear of its frame using a Rear I/O Module. The full assortment of 9911DA-8-BPX Rear I/O Modules is shown and described in 9911DA-8-BPX Rear I/O Modules (p. 2-4) in Chapter 2, “Installation and Setup”. 9911DA-8-BPX-OM (V1.0)
Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Table 1-1 lists the technical specifications for the 9911DA-8-BPX 9911DA-8-BPX Dual-Input 3G/HD/SD-SDI / ASI 1x8 Distribution Amplifier and Bypass Switch with Passive Relay Protected Output card. Table 1-1 Technical Specifications Item Characteristic Part number, nomenclature 9911DA-8-BPX-3G Dual-Input 3G/HD/SD-SDI / ASI 1x8...
(1) year. Cobalt Digital Inc.'s (“Cobalt”) sole obligation under this warranty shall be limited to, at its option, (i) the repair or (ii) replacement of the product, and the determination of whether a defect is covered under this limited warranty shall be made at the sole discretion of Cobalt.
Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. Feel free to contact our thorough and professional support representatives for any of the following: Name and address of your local dealer • Product information and pricing • Technical support • Upcoming trade show information •...
Note: If installing the 9911DA-8-BPX in a slot with no rear I/O module, a Rear I/O Module is required before cabling can be connected. Refer to Installing a Rear I/O Module (p. 2-3) for rear I/O module installation procedure.
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Installing the 9911DA-8-BPX Into a Frame Slot Determine the slot in which the 9911DA-8-BPX is to be installed. Open the frame front access panel. While holding the card by the card edges, align the card such that the plastic ejector tab is on the bottom.
This procedure is applicable only if a Rear I/O Module is not currently installed in the slot where the 9911DA-8-BPX is to be installed. If installing the 9911DA-8-BPX in a slot already equipped with a suitable I/O module, omit this procedure.
Installing a Rear I/O Module 9911DA-8-BPX Rear I/O Modules Table 2-1 shows and describes the full assortment of Rear I/O Modules specifically for use with the 9911DA-8-BPX. Table 2-1 9911DA-8-BPX Rear I/O Modules 9911DA-8-BPX Rear I/O Module Description RM20-9911DA-A Provides the following connections: •...
• List and Descriptions (p. 3-3). Troubleshooting (p. 3-7) • Accessing the 9911DA-8-BPX Card via Remote Control The 9911DA-8-BPX card can be remote monitored via DashBoard™ or ® Cobalt Remote Control Panel. Access the 9911DA-8-BPX card using ® DashBoard™ or Cobalt Remote Control Panel as described below.
Click on the card to be accessed (in this example, “Slot 12: 9911DA-8-BPX”). Checking 9911DA-8-BPX Card Information and Input Status The operating status of the 9911DA-8-BPX card can be checked using DashBoard™. Figure 3-1 shows and describes the 9911DA-8-BPX card information screen using DashBoard™.
9911DA-8-BPX Function Menu List and Descriptions 9911DA-8-BPX Function Menu List and Descriptions Table 3-1 individually lists and describes each 9911DA-8-BPX function menu and its related list selections, controls, and parameters. Where helpful, examples showing usage of a function are also provided. Table 3-1 is primarily based upon using DashBoard™...
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9911DA-8-BPX Function Menu List and Descriptions Table 3-1 9911DA-8-BPX Function Menu List Provides Primary (PRI) and Backup (BKUP) input status monitors. Also provides lock detect (type) setup and reclock enable/disable. Control (Status/Setup) •Input Status Displays Displays the current status/signal presence for the PRI and BKUP coaxial video inputs.
DashBoard page as well in the DashBoard Basic Tree View. (Note that the custom name augments the basic device name of “9911DA-8-BPX”. The custom name is most useful for modifying the name to display a custom card function or place within a processing chain, as in this example here of “Routing IRD 1A”.)
9911DA-8-BPX Function Menu List and Descriptions Card Edge Indicators Figure 3-2 shows and describes the 9911DA-8-BPX card edge indicators. 9911DA Remote (RMT) PRI Input SDI Status BKUP Input SDI Status Status LEDs LEDs (3G-HD-SD) (3G-HD-SD) Item Function Remote When illuminated, remote control is enabled...
Item Checks Verify power presence and • On both the frame Network Controller Card and the 9911DA-8-BPX, in all characteristics cases when power is being properly supplied there is always at least one indicator illuminated. Any card showing no illuminated indicators should be cause for concern.
The Cobalt Digital Inc. Technical Support Department will continue to provide advice on any product manufactured by Cobalt Digital Inc., beyond the warranty period without charge, for the life of the product. See Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. (p. 1-8) in Chapter 1, “Introduction“ for contact information. 9911DA-8-BPX PRODUCT MANUAL...
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Cobalt Digital Inc. 2506 Galen Drive Champaign, IL 61821 Voice 217.344.1243 • Fax 217.344.1245 www.cobaltdigital.com 9911DA-8-BPX-OM (V1.0) Printed in USA...
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