3g/hd/sd-sdi/asi/madi reconfigurable video sfp transceiver/distribution amplifier with full-flexibility crosspoint and externally-accessible sfp module
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.
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Control and Display Descriptions ................3-1 Function Menu/Parameter Overview ............3-2 DashBoard™ User Interface ............... 3-3 Accessing the 9415DA-SFP Card via Remote Control .......... 3-4 Accessing the 9415DA-SFP Card Using DashBoard™ ......3-4 Checking 9415DA-SFP Card Information.............. 3-6 9415DA-SFP Function Menu List and Descriptions ..........3-7 Routing Crosspoint Controls ..............
Also provides general information regarding the 9415DA-SFP. Chapter 2, “Installation and Setup” – Provides instructions for • installing the 9415DA-SFP in a frame, and optionally installing a Rear I/O Module(s). Chapter 3, “Operating Instructions” – Provides overviews of •...
The Software Version of your card can be checked by viewing the Card Info menu in DashBoard™. See Checking 9415DA-SFP Card Information (p. 3-6) in Chapter 3, “Operating Instructions” for more information. You can then check our website for the latest software version currently released for the card as described below.
Introduction Manual Conventions Manual Conventions In this manual, display messages and connectors are shown using the exact name shown on the 9415DA-SFP itself. Examples are provided below. Connector names are shown like this: COAX A I/O • In this manual, the terms below are applicable as follows: 9415DA-SFP refers to the 9415DA-SFP 3G/HD/SD-SDI / ASI / •...
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United States of America FCC "Code of Federal Regulations" Title 47 Part 15, Subpart B, Class A Canada ICES-003 International/CE CISPR 24:2010 IEC 61000-4-2:2008 IEC 61000-4-3:2006 with A1:2007 and A2:2010 IEC 61000-4-4:2004 IEC 61000-4-6:2008 CISPR 22:2008 9415DA-OM (V1.0) 9415DA-SFP PRODUCT MANUAL...
9415DA-SFP Functional Description 9415DA-SFP Functional Description Figure 1-1 shows a functional block diagram of the 9415DA-SFP. The card is multi-rate, and supports SDI and ASI/DVB on all inputs and outputs with non-inverting outputs. The card provides automatic format detect and reclock at 2.970, 1.485, and 0.270 Gb/s, with reclocking for unrecognized formats...
DashBoard™ User Interface – Using DashBoard™, the • 9415DA-SFP and other cards installed in openGear® frames can be controlled from a computer and monitor. DashBoard™ allows users to view all frames on a network with control and monitoring for all populated slots inside a frame.
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• DashBoard™ and the Remote Control Panels provide network control of the 9415DA-SFP as shown. The value displayed at any time on the card, or via DashBoard™ or a Control Panel is the actual value as set on the card, with the current value displayed being the actual value as effected by the card.
All inputs and outputs shown in the 9415DA-SFP Functional Block Diagram (Figure 1-1) enter and exit the card via the card edge backplane connector. The Rear I/O Module breaks out the 9415DA-SFP card edge connections to BNC and other connectors that interface with other components and systems in the signal chain.
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Embrionix™ GO2927 or equivalent • SFP-H-TO-S HDMI-to-SDI Video Optical Receiver (H-TO-S); Embrionix™ EB34TD1R-SX or equivalent • SFP-S-TO-H SDI-to-HDMI Video Optical Transmitter (S-TO-H); Embrionix™ EB34TD1T-SM/N or equivalent. Compatible with SMPTE 259M, 292M, 425A (Mapping 1), 425B (372M Mapping) 1-10 9415DA-SFP PRODUCT MANUAL 9415DA-OM (V1.0)
(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 •...
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Chapter 2 Overview This chapter contains the following information: Installing the 9415DA-SFP Into a Frame Slot (p. 2-1) • Installing a Rear I/O Module (p. 2-3) • Setting Up 9415DA-SFP Network Remote Control (p. 2-6) •...
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Verify that the card is fully engaged in rear I/O module mating connector. Close the frame front access panel. Connect the input and output cables as shown in 9415DA-SFP Rear I/O Modules (p. 2-4). Repeat steps 1 through 8 for other cards.
I/O Module with the module seating slot on rear of frame chassis. Hold top of Rear I/O Module flush against frame chassis and start the captive screw. Lightly tighten captive screw. Figure 2-1 Rear I/O Module Installation 9415DA-OM (V1.0) 9415DA-SFP PRODUCT MANUAL...
Installing a Rear I/O Module 9415DA-SFP Rear I/O Modules Table 2-1 shows and describes the full assortment of Rear I/O Modules specifically for use with the 9415DA-SFP. Table 2-1 9415DA-SFP Rear I/O Modules 9415DA-SFP Rear I/O Module Description CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT - IEC 60825-1:2007. Never look into fiber connector or cable end of device transmitting an optical signal.
Installation and Setup SFP Installation and Cabling Connections Table 2-1 9415DA-SFP Rear I/O Modules — continued 9415DA-SFP Rear I/O Module Description RM20-9415DA-SFP-C/S Split Rear Module. Provides each of the following connections for two 9415DA-SFP cards: • Two 3G/HD/SD-SDI / ASI / MADI coaxial input/ outputs (COAX A I/O and COAX B I/O) •...
Setting Up 9415DA-SFP Network Remote Control Figure 2-3 shows the port locations and correlation to 9415DA-SFP DashBoard controls designations of various Embrionix™/Gennum™ SFP modules. (Embrionix™ G02918) (Embrionix™ G02917) SFP-A In SFP 1 Out (Embrionix™ G02928) (Embrionix™ G02927) SFP 2 Out...
The format in which the 9415DA-SFP functional controls, indicators, and displays appear and are used varies depending on the user interface being used. Regardless of the user interface being used, access to the 9415DA-SFP functions (and the controls, indicators, and displays related to a particular...
Figure 3-1 shows how the 9415DA-SFP card and its menus are organized, and also provides an overview of how navigation is performed between cards, function menus, and parameters.
When a tab is selected, each selection list item associated with the function is displayed. Items in a list can then be selected using GUI drop-down lists. Typical Selection List DashBoard Tabs Typical Button Control Figure 3-2 Typical DashBoard Tabs and Controls 9415DA-OM (V1.0) 9415DA-SFP PRODUCT MANUAL...
On the computer connected to the frame LAN, open DashBoard™. As shown below, in the left side Basic View Tree locate the Network Controller Card associated with the frame containing the 9415DA-SFP card to be accessed (in this example, “HFP-9000_SW-A”).
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Operating Instructions Accessing the 9415DA-SFP Card via Remote Control Card Access/Navigation Card Info Card Function Menu and Tree Pane Pane Controls Pane 9415DA-OM (V1.0) 9415DA-SFP PRODUCT MANUAL...
Checking 9415DA-SFP Card Information Checking 9415DA-SFP Card Information The operating status and software version the 9415DA-SFP card can be checked using DashBoard™ or the card edge control user interface. Figure 3-3 shows and describes the 9415DA-SFP card information screen using DashBoard™.
9415DA-SFP Function Menu List and Descriptions 9415DA-SFP Function Menu List and Descriptions Table 3-1 individually lists and describes each 9415DA-SFP 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™...
9415DA-SFP Function Menu List and Descriptions Table 3-1 9415DA-SFP Function Menu List Provides a consolidated crosspoint for routing all inputs to all available outputs. Also provides direction controls for bidirectional Coax-A and Coax-B ports. Routing Crosspoint Controls Shown below is the Routing tab controls which provide crosspoint controls for all inputs and available outputs. (In this example, the card is fitted with an EOOE SFP.
(such as indications of a bad upstream optical connection). In the example here, a Gennum/Embrionix 2929 (EOOE) SFP is fitted to a Cobalt 9415DA-SFP. Note: The Block-1 and Block-2 fields are both populated only when a dual-path SFP is installed (e.g., 2EO or 2OE). For single-path devices/card (e.g., EOOE, EO, or OE) only Block-1 fields are populated (with null data shown for the unused...
Status/Error Input Status Indicators Indicators Item Function COM LED Blue LED flashes when 9415DA-SFP is receiving control message from remote network control (e.g., ® DashBoard™ or Cobalt Remote Control Panel) ERR LED This function is currently reserved. Input Status Four blue LEDs indicate input presence (when illuminated) as follows: LEDs •...
Item Checks Verify power presence and On both the frame Network Controller Card and the 9415DA-SFP, in all cases characteristics 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. 1-12) in Chapter 1, “Introduction“ for contact information. 3-12 9415DA-SFP PRODUCT MANUAL 9415DA-OM (V1.0)
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