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- Page 1 SFS-8622 Series User Guide...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction Related Publications ............................... 11 Documentation Conventions ..........................11 Interface Elements ............................... 11 User Entered Text ............................... 11 Referenced Guides .............................. 11 Menu Sequences ..............................12 Important Instructions ............................12 Contacting Technical Support ..........................12 Before You Begin Overview ................................13 Features ................................ - Page 8 Four AES Inputs and Four Analog Inputs ......................31 Four Analog Inputs and Four AES Outputs ......................31 SFS-8622-AOC Cabling ............................32 Four AES Inputs and Four Analog Outputs ......................32 Four AES Outputs and Four Analog Outputs .....................32 Using DashBoard Before You Begin ..............................33 Accessing the SFS-8622 in DashBoard .........................33 Video Setup Overview ................................35...
- Page 9 AES Outputs Tabs ..............................65 Alarm Enables Tab ..............................66 Technical Specifications SDI Input ................................69 SDI Outputs ................................. 69 AES Inputs ................................70 AES Outputs ............................... 70 Analog Inputs ..............................70 Analog Outputs ..............................71 Environmental ..............................71 Total Power Consumption ..........................71 Channel Status Data Channel Status Data Table .............................
- Page 10 iv • Contents SFS-8622 Series User Guide (v4.0)
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Page 11: Introduction
• “Service Information” provides information on the warranty and repair policy for your card. • “Glossary” provides a list of terms used throughout this guide. Related Publications It is recommended to consult the following Ross documentation before installing and configuring your SFS-8622 series card: • DashBoard User Manual, Ross Part Number: 8351DR-004 •... -
Page 12: Menu Sequences
IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway for your device. Contacting Technical Support At Ross Video, we take pride in the quality of our products, but if problems occur, help is as close as the nearest telephone. -
Page 13: Before You Begin
Before You Begin Should you have a question pertaining to the installation or operation of your SFS-8622, please contact us at the numbers listed in “Contacting Technical Support” on page 12. Our technical support staff is always available for consultation, training, or service. Overview Each card is a single channel 3G/HD/SD SDI frame synchronizer that automatically detects the incoming video format. -
Page 14: Sfs-8622-A Functional Block Diagrams
• Configurable AES connections (see Table 2.1 for mode options) • Support for multiple frames of video delay • Support for different reference format locking (frame rates must match) • Programmable video output on SDI input loss • Automatic input video format detection •... - Page 15 FRAME REF IN SDI VIDEO OUT 1 (BNC 2) FRAME PROC TEST AUDIO SYNC PATTERN EMBED TRANSMITTER SDI VIDEO OUT 2 (BNC 3) VIDEO IN RECEIVER (BNC 1) CHANNELS 16 CHANNEL WITH SRC CHANNELS AES OUTPUTS AUDIO PROC CHANNELS & Up to 16 TONE CHANNELS...
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Page 16: Sfs-8622-B Functional Block Diagrams
SFS-8622-B Functional Block Diagrams This section provides functional block diagrams that outline the work flow of the SFS-8622-B. FRAME REF IN SDI VIDEO OUT 1 (BNC 2) FRAME PROC TEST AUDIO SYNC PATTERN EMBED TRANSMITTER SDI VIDEO OUT 2 (BNC 3) VIDEO IN RECEIVER (BNC 1) -
Page 17: Sfs-8622-Ic Functional Block Diagram
FRAME REF IN SDI VIDEO OUT 1 (BNC 2) FRAME PROC TEST AUDIO SYNC PATTERN EMBED TRANSMITTER SDI VIDEO OUT 2 (BNC 3) VIDEO IN RECEIVER (BNC 1) 16 CHANNEL WITH SRC CHANNELS CHANNELS AES OUTPUTS CHANNELS AES INPUTS AUDIO PROC &... -
Page 18: Sfs-8622-Oc Functional Block Diagram
SFS-8622-OC Functional Block Diagram This section provides the functional block diagram that outlines the work flow of the SFS-8622-OC. FRAME REF IN SDI VIDEO OUT 1 (BNC 2) FRAME PROC TEST AUDIO SYNC PATTERN EMBED TRANSMITTER SDI VIDEO OUT 2 (BNC 3) VIDEO IN RECEIVER (BNC 1) -
Page 19: Sfs-8622-Aoc Functional Block Diagram
FRAME REF IN SDI VIDEO OUT 1 (BNC 2) FRAME PROC TEST AUDIO SYNC PATTERN EMBED TRANSMITTER SDI VIDEO OUT 2 (BNC 3) VIDEO IN RECEIVER (BNC 1) 16 CHANNEL WITH SRC CHANNELS CHANNELS AES OUTPUTS CHANNELS ANLG INPUTS AUDIO PROC &... -
Page 20: Frame Synchronizer Overview
FRAME REF IN SDI VIDEO OUT 1 (BNC 2) FRAME PROC TEST AUDIO SYNC PATTERN EMBED TRANSMITTER SDI VIDEO OUT 2 (BNC 3) VIDEO IN RECEIVER (BNC 1) 16 CHANNEL WITH SRC CHANNELS CHANNELS AES OUTPUTS CHANNELS ANLG OUTPUTS AUDIO PROC CHANNELS &... -
Page 21: User Interfaces
Figure 2.13 should be re-drawn with the Up Arrows of the Selected Reference and Video Input aligned vertically. 3. Video Input The SDI video input is derived from the rear module. When the video input is not locked to the selected reference, the video input start of frame will drift compared to the reference. - Page 22 22 • Before You Begin SFS-8622 Series User Guide (v4.0)
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Page 23: Hardware Overview
1. Bootload Button (SW1) SW1 is used for factory service in the unlikely event of a complete card failure. Do not press this button unless instructed to do so by Ross Technical Support personnel. For More Information on... • the LEDs located on the card-edge, refer to the section “Control and Monitoring Features” on page 23. -
Page 24: Status And Selection Leds
Status and Selection LEDs Basic LED displays and descriptions are provided in Table 3.1. Table 3.1 Card-edge LEDs Color Display and Description OK/ERROR Green When lit green, this LED indicates that the card is functioning normal and that no anomalies have been detected. The following conditions must be satisfied: •... -
Page 25: Physical Installation
Unpacking Unpack each card you received from the shipping container and ensure that all items are included. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your sales representative or Ross Video directly. Supported Rear Modules Table 4.1 summarizes the required rear modules based on the card type. Each rear module occupies two slots in the openGear frame and accommodates one card. -
Page 26: Installing A Card
Installing a Card This section outlines how to install a card in an openGear frame. If the card is to be installed in any compatible frame other than a Ross Video product, refer to the frame manufacturer’s manual for specific instructions. ... -
Page 27: Cabling
Cabling This chapter provides cabling designations for each card, operating mode, and supported rear module. The number of inputs and outputs is dependent on the selection made in the AES I/O Config menu. SFS-8622-A Cabling This section illustrates the cabling designations for the SFS-8622-A. ... -
Page 28: Three Aes Inputs And Three Aes Outputs
Three AES Inputs and Three AES Outputs Figure 5.3 illustrates the cabling designations for one SDI input, two SDI outputs, three AES-3id 75ohm unbalanced inputs, and three AES-3id 75ohm unbalanced outputs. The AES I/O Config is set to 3 in, 3 out. SDI IN SDI OUT 1 SDI OUT 2... -
Page 29: Eight Aes Outputs
Eight AES Outputs Figure 5.5 illustrates the cabling designations for one SDI input, two SDI outputs, and eight AES-3id balanced AES outputs. The AES I/O Config is set to 0 in, 8 out. SDI IN SDI OUT 1 SDI OUT 2 Not Used AES OUT 1 AES OUT 5... -
Page 30: Sfs-8622-Ic Cabling
SFS-8622-IC Cabling Figure 5.7 illustrates the cabling designations for the SFS-8622-IC and the 8320AR-062 Full Rear Module. This rear module provides one SDI input, two SDI outputs, and eight analog inputs. SDI IN SDI OUT 1 SDI OUT 2 Not Used ANLG IN 1 ANLG IN 5 ANLG IN 2... -
Page 31: Sfs-8622-Aic Cabling
SFS-8622-AIC Cabling This section illustrates the cabling designations for the SFS-8622-AIC. AES inputs and outputs are configured in groups of four. Four AES Inputs and Four Analog Inputs Figure 5.9 illustrates the cabling designations for one SDI input, two SDI outputs, four AES-3id unbalanced inputs, and four analog balanced inputs. -
Page 32: Sfs-8622-Aoc Cabling
SFS-8622-AOC Cabling This section illustrates the cabling designations for the SFS-8622-AOC. AES inputs and outputs are configured in groups of four. Four AES Inputs and Four Analog Outputs Figure 5.11 illustrates the cabling designations for one SDI input, two SDI outputs, four AES-3id 75ohm unbalanced inputs, and four analog balanced outputs. -
Page 33: Using Dashboard
Before You Begin Before proceeding, ensure that DashBoard software version 6.2.0 or higher is installed on a PC connected to your facility network. The DashBoard software and user manual are available from the Ross Video website. For More Information on... - Page 34 34 • Using DashBoard SFS-8622 Series User Guide (v4.0)
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Page 35: Video Setup
Video Setup This chapter provides a general overview of the video setup options available for your card. Overview Each card provides a valid video output frame with formatted TRS codes. In certain conditions, however, the video output of the card will have to be re-synchronized and while doing so, the card will not be able to maintain a valid output. -
Page 36: Selecting A Reference Source
Table 7.1 Output/Reference Compatibility Reference Format Video Format 480i 59.94 720p 59.94Hz 1080i 59.94Hz 1080p 59.94Hz 1080p 29.97Hz 576i 50Hz ... -
Page 37: Adding A Delay
Select a reference input from the Reference Setup area. Refer to Table 10.4 on page 58 for a list of options. If you are using Frame 1 or Frame 2 as the reference, the card input video frame rate must match the reference frame rate. - Page 38 Table 7.2 Delay Range Range of Values Horizontal Delay Vertical Delay Frame Delay Format (pixels) (lines) (frames) 1080p 24 0-2749 0-1124 0-28 1080p 23.98 0-2749 0-1124 0-28 1080pSF 24 0-2749 0-1124 0-28 1080pSF 23.98 0-2749 0-1124 0-28 720p 60 0-1649 0-749 0-75 720p 59.94...
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Page 39: Adjusting With Video Proc Amps
Adjusting with Video Proc Amps The output on the card has a Proc Amp that can adjust the black offset, the video gain, the C gain, and the C gain. This section briefly outlines how to adjust the options available in the Proc Amp tab. For More Information on... -
Page 40: Vanc Processing
VANC Processing The card provides options for replacing the full active portion of selected lines of video with black. The VANC Processing tab is divided into separate sub-tabs for each format to provide selection of the lines. This enables you to individually select any combination of lines, from line 1 up to the third line after the active video for the current video format. -
Page 41: Configuring The Moving Box Test Feature
Use the Test Pattern menu to select a pattern to display on the output. Refer to Table 10.4 for a list of options. If you selected Custom Color in step 2, specify the color as outlined in the section “Specifying a Custom Color”... -
Page 42: Specifying The Output During A Loss Of Input
If you selected Custom Color in 2, specify the color fill for the box as outlined in the section “Specifying a Custom Color” on page 42. Specifying the Output During a Loss of Input The card enables you to specify the output during a loss of input, or during a change of input format. The embedded audio will also go silent if passing from input to output (when another audio is not selected). - Page 43 Use the Hue options to specify whether the color is red yellow, green, blue, purple etc. Or you can select the hue from the provided vertical color grid in the dialog. Use the Saturation options to specify the depth of the color. Use the Lightness options to specify the amount of white or black mixed with the hue selected in 3 Confirm that the field beneath the color grids displays the selected color.
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Page 45: Audio Setup
Audio Setup This chapter provides a general overview of the options in DashBoard for configuring the audio features of your card. Selecting an AES Configuration Depending on the card model, you can configure the number of AES inputs and outputs. Table 1.1 on page 12 outlines the audio mode options for each card model. -
Page 46: Configuring The Aes Inputs
When the De-EMB SRC is enabled, the Word Length status field always reports that the audio word length is 24bit. Use the Silence Threshold slider to specify a threshold value for silence. Audio with an amplitude (dBFS) equal to or below this value will be considered silent. Use the Silence Timeout slider to define how long (in seconds) that audio is silent before an alarm is raised in the Audio Status field of the Signal tab. -
Page 47: Configuring The Analog Inputs
To configure the AES outputs From the Device View, select the AES Outputs tab. Use the associated Ch# Source menu to specify the channel source of an AES output. To set the gain for a channel of an AES output, use the associated Ch # Gain slider to select a value between -20dB and 20dB. -
Page 48: Configuring The Analog Outputs
Use the associated Trim slider for an analog input to select a trim value between -10dB and 10dB. To configure the analog inputs alarm From the Device View, select the Alarm Enables tab. Locate the Analog Inputs area in the Alarm Enables tab. You may need to scroll down the tab. In the Analog Inputs area, select the box for each input you wish to monitor via the Audio Status field in the Signal tab. -
Page 49: Embedded Outputs
Use the associated Source menu to specify the channel source of an analog output. Use the associated Trim slider for an analog output to select a trim value between -10dB and 10dB. To set the delay for a channel of an analog output, use the associated Delay slider to select a value between 0ms and 1000ms. -
Page 50: Setting Up Embedded Outputs
Setting up Embedded Outputs Before proceeding, you will need to configure some of the embedded audio options in the Setup tab. To set up the embedded audio for an output source From the Device View, select the Setup tab. In the Embedded Audio Setup area, select the Enable box for the group(s) to embed in the video output. Use the SD Audio menu to specify the type of SD audio to embed. -
Page 51: Embedding Pcm And Non-Pcm Signals
To configure the embedded audio outputs From the Device View, select the Embedded Outputs tab. If required, select the sub-tab that includes the embedded group you wish to configure. To map a channel: • From the associated Ch # Source menu, select an audio source that is inserted into the embedded group if present. - Page 52 must be embedded on Channels 1 and 2, or Channels 3 and 4 of a given group. For example, you would embed AES1A in Group1Ch1, and AES1B in Group1Ch2. To embed non-PCM signals Display the Device View in DashBoard for the card you wish to configure. Select the AES Inputs tab.
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Page 53: Software Upgrades
This section provides instructions for upgrading the software for your card using the DashBoard Control System. To upload software to the card Contact Ross Technical Support for the latest software version file. In DashBoard, double-click the card status indicator in the Basic Tree View. - Page 54 54 • Software Upgrades SFS-8622 Series User Guide (v4.0)
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Page 55: Dashboard Menus
DashBoard Menus This chapter summarize the menus, items, and parameters available from DashBoard for your card. Parameters marked with an asterisk (*) are the factory default values. Wait 30 seconds after the last setting change to ensure all changes are saved to the non-volatile memory of the card. - Page 56 Table 10.1 Signal Tab Items Item Parameters Description Audio Status Analog Input The analog input signal has an amplitude at or below Silent the Silence Threshold. This message is only available for the SFS-8622-IC. Analog Input Not The analog input signal is not detected. This message is Present only available for the SFS-8622-IC.
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Page 57: Hardware Tab
Item Parameters Description Product SFS-8622-# Indicates the product name Supplier Ross Video Ltd. Indicates the manufacturer of your card Board Rev Indicates the board version of your card Rear Module Type of rear module in the slot Board S/N ######... -
Page 58: Setup Tab
Setup Tab Table 10.4 summarizes the Setup options available in DashBoard. Table 10.4 Setup Menu Items Item Parameters Description Video Setup Reference Frame 1* Assigns the external analog reference connected to port on the openGear frame Frame 2 Assigns the external analog reference connected to port on the openGear frame Video Reference is taken from the... - Page 59 Table 10.4 Setup Menu Items Item Parameters Description Moving Box Black An overlay in the shape of a box, filled with black, moves across the screen in a pre-determined pattern Inverse Video An overlay in the shape of a box, filled with the inverse image of the current video signal, moves across the screen in a pre-determined pattern Loss of Video Input Setup...
- Page 60 Table 10.4 Setup Menu Items Item Parameters Description AES I/O Config 0 in, 6 out Card is configured to manage six AES outputs and no AES inputs. This option is only available for the SFS-8622-A. 3 in, 3 out Card is configured to manage three AES inputs and three AES outputs.
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Page 61: Proc Amp Tab
Proc Amp Tab Table 10.5 summarizes the Proc Amps options available in DashBoard. Table 10.5 Proc Amps Menu Items Item Parameters Description Enable Selected Enables the Proc Amp using the displayed settings for the selected output Cleared* The Proc Amp color correction is not applied to the selected output. -
Page 62: Input Status Tab
Input Status Tab This section summarizes the sub-tabs available in the Input Status tab. Video Input & Embedded Tab Table 10.7 summarizes the read-only information displayed in the Video Input & Embedded sub-tab. Table 10.7 Video Input & Embedded Menu Items Item Parameters Description... -
Page 63: Embedded Outputs Tab
Table 10.8 Audio Menu Items Item Parameters Description Emphasis Present The incoming AES signal is indicating 50/15 or CCiTT J.17 emphasis Not Present The incoming AES signal is indicating no emphasis or the emphasis is not indicated Sample Rate Displays the sample rate of the AES input If the SRC is ON, an async AES signal is processed to be PCM and indicated as such. -
Page 64: Analog Inputs Tab
Table 10.9 Embedded Outputs Menu Items Item Parameters Description Channel Pair Reset Resets the settings for the specified channel pair only to the default values Groups # Reset Resets the settings for all groups of the specified sub-tab to the default values This option is only available for the SFS-8622-IC and SFS-8622-AIC. -
Page 65: Aes Inputs Tab
AES Inputs Tab Table 10.12 summarizes the AES Inputs tab available in DashBoard. The number of AES inputs available depends on how the AES I/O Config is set on the Setup tab. Table 10.12 AES Inputs Menu Items Item Parameters Description AES #... -
Page 66: Alarm Enables Tab
Table 10.13 AES Outputs Menu Items Item Parameters Description Selected Both channels will carry the average of the two input channels (A+B/2) Cleared* Disables this feature Channel Reset Resets the settings for the selected input to the default values AES Page Reset Resets the indicated input settings to the default values This option is only available for the SFS-8622-IC and SFS-8622-AIC. - Page 67 Table 10.14 Alarms Menu Items Item Parameters Description Channel # Silent Selected* SDI Status field reports when the specified channel is detected as silent Cleared Disables the alarm AES Inputs - AES # Input not present Selected* SDI Status field reports when the AES input is not detected Cleared Disables the alarm...
- Page 68 Table 10.14 Alarms Menu Items Item Parameters Description Source Async Selected* Embedded Audio Status field reports when the selected source is not synchronous to the input video, or not a 48kHz sample rate Cleared Disables the alarm Selected* Audio Status field reports when the selected SD 24Bit configuration would embed 4 groups of 24bit audio in an SD output.
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Page 69: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications This chapter provides technical specification details. Note that not all inputs and outputs outlined here are available for all card models Specifications are subject to change without notice. For More Information on... • the inputs and outputs for your card, refer to the Table 1.1 on page 12. SDI Input Table 11.1 SDI Input Technical Specifications Parameter... -
Page 70: Aes Inputs
AES Inputs Table 11.3 AES Inputs Technical Specifications Parameter Specification Standards Accommodated AES-3id-2001, AES3 Impedance 75ohm Minimum Input 50mV p-p Maximum Input 2.5V p-p @ 48kHz 1.5V p-p @ 96kHz Minimum Audio Delay SRC on: 1.35mS SRC off: 0.37mS Sampling Rate 48kHz compliant with AES-3id or any rate from 32kHz to 96kHz with SRC on Equalization... -
Page 71: Analog Outputs
Analog Outputs Table 11.6 Analog Outputs Technical Specifications Parameter Specification Maximum Output Level + 27dBu Frequency Response ± 0.07dB 20Hz to 20kHz @ Fs = 48kHz Signal to Noise Ratio -90dB > -76dB Amplitude Linearity < 0.5dB @ -100dBFS Crosstalk <-80dB (20Hz to 20kHz) Environmental Table 11.7 Environmental Specifications... - Page 72 72 • Technical Specifications SFS-8622 Series User Guide (v4.0)
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Page 73: Channel Status Data
Channel Status Data This chapter provides additional information for channel status bits. Channel Status Data Table Table 12.1 shows the channel status bit information that is used for all output audio. Table 12.1 Channel Status Data Byte Function Transmitted Professional or Consumer use of Channel Status Block Professional (1) Normal Audio or Non-Audio Mode Normal Audio (0) - Page 74 74 • Channel Status Data SFS-8622 Series User Guide (v4.0)
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Page 75: Service Information
Bootload Button In the unlikely event of a complete card failure, you may be instructed by a Ross Technical Support specialist to perform a complete software reload on the card. To reload the software on the card Eject the card from the frame. - Page 76 This User Manual provides all pertinent information for the safe installation and operation of your openGear product. Ross Video policy dictates that all repairs to the card are to be conducted only by an authorized Ross Video Limited factory representative. Therefore, any unauthorized attempt to repair this product, by anyone other than an authorized Ross Video Limited factory representative, will automatically void the warranty.
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Page 77: Glossary
Glossary The following terms are used throughout this guide: Active image — the portion of the video picture area (production aperture) that is being utilized for output content. Active image excludes letterbox bars and pillarbox bars. Card — openGear terminal devices within openGear frames, including all components and switches. DashBoard —... - Page 78 78 • Glossary SFS-8622 Series User Guide (v4.0)
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