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Anton/Bauer One World. One Smart Choise AB-HDRX Owner's Manual

Hd/sd cofdm dual diversity receiver

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AB-HDRX
HD/SD COFDM Dual Diversity Receiver
Owner's Manual
A7595-0438 Rev A

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Summary of Contents for Anton/Bauer One World. One Smart Choise AB-HDRX

  • Page 1 ® AB-HDRX HD/SD COFDM Dual Diversity Receiver Owner’s Manual A7595-0438 Rev A...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT INTRODUCTION QUICK SET-UP 10-12 SPECIFICATIONS 13-14 THEORY OF OPERATION WARRANTY...
  • Page 3: Important

    IMPORTANT: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.”...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION: The AB-HDRX is a compact, narrowband COFDM microwave receiver that utilizes dual antenna diversity for robust, error free signal reception. The AB-HDRX is ideal for applications requiring a full featured high performance HD or SD receiver housed in a compact enclosure. ASI, HD-SDI, SD-SDI, Composite video, User Data and streaming video outputs are available from the AB-HDRX.
  • Page 5: Quick Set-Up

    QUICK SET-UP AB-HDRX Quick Set-up • Remove AB-HDRX Receiver from the case. • Attach AB-HDRX to the Manfrotto Magic Arm using the tripod mounting bracket. • Connect Video output as needed (BNC connector). • Connect Audio output as needed (RCA jacks). •...
  • Page 6 QUICK SET-UP Figure 1: AB-HDRX Antenna Connectors The AB-HDRX has a wide range of programmable settings. Before using the AB-HDRX in your application, you should pre-configure it to for the settings you want to use in your application. Settings are selected and configured using the AB Control Software. Please refer to the AB Control Software Manual for details.
  • Page 7 QUICK SET-UP Streaming Modes There are three selections for streaming modes: • Off - The unit does not stream in the “Off” mode. • RTSP - In the RTSP mode the video streaming is sent only as clients request it. This can occur via unicast (single client) or multicast (multiple client) calls.
  • Page 8 QUICK SET-UP Streaming in the Manual Mode This mode requires manual configuration of the streaming parameters in order to replicate the four types of streaming listed above. The data packets are streamed constantly. Set the destination port to the port that your application uses to receive video. Set your PC network adapter to a static IP address with the same subnet as the AB-HDRX unit.
  • Page 9 QUICK SET-UP LEFT RIGHT VIDEO REMOTE/USER DATA Figure 4: Output Connectors Item Description Connectors Left, Right Audio Line Outputs 75 Ohm RCA HD-SDI or SD-SDI Output Video Composite Video (PAL or NTSC) Encoded Video Output DC In Via Anton/Bauer Logic Series Battery Gold Mount Ethernet Port 100mbps LAN Interface...
  • Page 10 QUICK SET-UP Local User Interface The AB-HDRX has two control buttons and several status LED’s on the front panel. Any changes made via a remote control interface will be reflected by the front panel LED’s. The AB-HDRX can be pre-configured using the programmable serial interface and then quickly changed between preset modes using the “Set” pushbutton. AB-HDRX Receiver User Interface Control/Indicator Description...
  • Page 11: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Frequency Bands and RF Performance Base Part Number Frequency (GHz) Power Consumption 58AB-HDRX 5.725-5.850 9 Watts Typical Tuning step size 250 KHz Frequency stability ± 10ppm Modulation Modes Modes are auto detected within modulation format Format: COFDM (DVB-T) Carriers: Constellation: QPSK, 16QAM...
  • Page 12 SPECIFICATIONS Standard Rate Mode Latency 59.94 4 frames 4 frames 29.97 4 frames 4 frames 4 frames 23.98 4 frames 1080 4 frames 1080 59.94 4 frames 1080 29.97 4 frames 1080 4 frames 1080 4 frames 1080 23.98 4 frames 1080 29.97 5 frames...
  • Page 13 SPECIFICATIONS Physical Characteristics Size (including connectors): 3.69” x 6.75” x 2.31” Volume (including connectors); 57.5 in³ Weight: 1.4 lbs (620 grams) 3.69 4.11 6.75 1.75 3.69 2.31 Figure 6: AB-HDRX Outline Drawings (Dimensions in Inches)
  • Page 14: Theory Of Operation

    THEORY OF OPERATION Functional Block Diagram Major blocks in the AB-HDRX diagram include: • Dual Antenna Inputs • Dual Microwave Receiver and COFDM Demodulator Circuits • Dual Input Maximal Ratio Combining Circuit • MPEG4 Video Decoding Circuit • Video Output Interfaces: ASI, SDI, and Composite Video •...
  • Page 15 THEORY OF OPERATION Maximal-Ratio Combining Circuit This feature enhances the robustness of the receiver when line of site obstructions occur in the transmission path. MPEG4 and MPEG 2 Decoder The AB-HDRX contains a built-in auto-detect MPEG4 (H.264 part 10) compliant and MPEG2 decoder. The decoder audio and video output is available on the SDI output jack.
  • Page 16: Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY This two (2) year limited warranty for the product specified in this Connecticut. Should any action of law or in equity be brought by any document (“Product”) is given by Anton/Bauer, Inc. (“Anton/Bauer”), person under this Warranty, such action shall be brought only in the 14 Progress Drive, Shelton, Connecticut 06484.
  • Page 17 The following are trademarks of Anton/Bauer, Inc.: Anton/Bauer, Anton/Bauer logo and parallelogram design, Aspekt, Automatique, DataTap, DIONIC, Elipz, Egripz, Elightz, Essentialz, Gold Mount, HubZ, HyTRON, Impac, Interactive and design, LifeSaver, Logic Series, Logic Series Logo, Maxx man logo design, Nexus, PowerStrap, Proformer, Probe, ProPac, RealTime, Satellight, Snap-On, Stasis, Stasis Flex, Tandem, TrimPac, Ultrakit, Ultralight, “One World.