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- Page 1 SRA-8901 Series Single 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD SDI Reclocking Distribution Amplifiers User Manual...
- Page 2 Ross has become well known for the Ross Video Code of Ethics. It guides our interactions and empowers our employees. I hope you enjoy reading it below. If anything at all with your Ross experience does not live up to your expectations be sure to reach out to us at solutions@rossvideo.com.
- Page 3 Ross Video. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this document, Ross Video assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.
- Page 4 Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Notice — Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Ross Video Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Canada This Class “A”...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Configuring the Invalid Signal Alarms ..............3-5 DashBoard Menus Status Tabs ........................... 4-2 Signal Tab......................4-2 Product Tab ......................4-3 Hardware Tab ......................4-3 Setup Tab ..........................4-4 Alarms Tab .......................... 4-5 Specifications Technical Specifications ...................... 5-2 SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) Contents • i... - Page 8 Service Information Troubleshooting Checklist ....................6-2 Bootload Button..................... 6-2 Warranty and Repair Policy ....................6-3 ii • Contents SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02)
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Page 9: Introduction
A Word of Thanks Congratulations on choosing an openGear SRA-8901 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD SDI Reclocking Distribution Amplifier. Thank you for joining the group of worldwide satisfied Ross Video customers! Should you have a question pertaining to the installation or operation of your SRA-8901, please contact us at the numbers listed on the back cover of this manual. -
Page 10: Overview
ASI distribution amplifier. An LED indicator at the front of the card identifies the presence of incoming video, simplifying system troubleshooting. The SRA-8901 series includes two products: the SRA-8901-4 and the SRA-8901-10. Table 1.1 summarizes the number of inputs and outputs for each product. -
Page 11: Functional Block Diagrams
Reclocker SDI OUT 3 SDI OUT 4 SDI OUT 5 SDI OUT 6 SDI OUT 7 SDI OUT 8 SDI OUT 9 SDI OUT 10 Figure 1.2 Simplified Diagram — SRA-8901-10 SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) Introduction • 1–3... -
Page 12: User Interfaces
• SNMP controls on your card, refer to your SRA-8901 Management Information Base (MIB) file. • SNMP Monitoring and Control for the openGear frame, refer to your MFC-OG3 Series User Manual. 1–4 • Introduction SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) -
Page 13: Documentation Terms And Conventions
“System” and “Video system” both refer to the mix of interconnected production and terminal equipment in which the card operates. Conventions The following conventions are used: • The “Operating Tips” and “Note” boxes are used to provide additional user information. SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) Introduction • 1–5... - Page 14 1–6 • Introduction SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02)
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Page 15: Installation
The following topics are discussed: • Before You Begin • Installing the SRA-8901 • Cabling • Software Upgrades SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) Installation • 2–1... -
Page 16: Before You Begin
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. 2–2 • Installation SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) -
Page 17: Installing The Sra-8901
Figure 2.1 Rear Module Installation in an OG3-FR Series Frame (Cards not shown) 5. Align the top hole of the rear module with the screw hole on the top edge of the frame back plane. SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) Installation • 2–3... -
Page 18: Removing A Card Or Rear Module
You will feel a click when the bullet connectors fully mate into the rear module. Removing a Card or Rear Module Removing a rear module without removing the associated cards/assemblies is very difficult and could result in damage to the connectors 2–4 • Installation SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) -
Page 19: Cabling
SDI OUT 7 SDI OUT 1 SDI OUT 8 SDI OUT 2 SDI OUT 9 SDI OUT 3 SDI OUT 10 SDI OUT 4 Figure 2.5 Cable Connections for the SRA-8901-10 SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) Installation • 2–5... -
Page 20: Software Upgrades
The SRA-8901 can be upgraded in the field via DashBoard. Note that DashBoard version 8.0 or higher is required. To upgrade the software on a card 1. Contact Ross Technical Support for the latest software version file. 2. Display the Device View of the card by double-clicking its status indicator in the Basic Tree View. -
Page 21: Configuration
This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on your SRA-8901. The following topics are discussed: • Card Overview • Monitoring Features • Using DashBoard • Configuring the SRA-8901 SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) Configuration • 3–1... -
Page 22: Card Overview
Bootload Button This button is used for factory service in the unlikely event of a complete card failure. Do not use this button unless advised by Ross Technical Support. Bullet Connectors The bullet connectors on the card-edge insert into the backplane of the rear module, to connect the card to the rear module. -
Page 23: Monitoring Features
When lit red or flashing red, this LED indicates the card is not operational. Re-seat card in frame, check the rear module type and connections, or call Ross Video Technical Support. When off, this LED indicates there is no power to the card. -
Page 24: Using Dashboard
Frame 6 is expanded to show a list of cards including the SRA-8901-10. 2. Double-click the node for a card to display its menus in the Device View of DashBoard (right-side of the DashBoard window). Example of a SRA-8901-10 in DashBoard 3–4 • Configuration SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) -
Page 25: Configuring The Sra-8901
1. From the Device View, select the Alarms tab. 2. To raise an alarm when an invalid input signal is detected, select the Invalid Signal check box in the Input A area of the tab. SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) Configuration • 3–5... - Page 26 Channel area of the tab for the output you wish to monitor. The corresponding Output Status field in the Signal tab reports when an invalid input signal is detected. 3–6 • Configuration SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02)
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Page 27: Dashboard Menus
• Setup Tab • Alarms Tab Operating Tip — Wait 30 seconds after the last setting change to ensure all changes are saved to the non-volatile memory of the card. SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) DashBoard Menus • 4–1... -
Page 28: Status Tabs
Invalid Signal alarm (in the Alarms tab) is enabled. Indicates the approximate Belden 1694A cable length used for the input signal Input A Cable Length A valid input source was not detected on the input BNC. 4–2 • DashBoard Menus SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) -
Page 29: Product Tab
CPU Headroom Processing power available Hardware RAM Available On-board processing memory available Configuration Bank Storage count Displays the number of hours since the Uptime (h) last reboot of the card SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) DashBoard Menus • 4–3... -
Page 30: Setup Tab
Resets all editable parameters to the Factory Defaults Reset factory default values When using MADI signals, you must set the Reclocker Data Rate to 125M (MADI) and not Auto. 4–4 • DashBoard Menus SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) -
Page 31: Alarms Tab
Invalid Signal Channel # Status area of the Signal tab reports that an Cleared invalid input is detected, but as information only (status indicator does not report an alarm condition) SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) DashBoard Menus • 4–5... - Page 32 4–6 • DashBoard Menus SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02)
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Page 33: Specifications
Specifications In This Chapter This chapter includes the technical specifications for the SRA-8901. Note that specifications are subject to change without notice. The following topics are discussed: • Technical Specifications SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) Specifications • 5–1... -
Page 34: Technical Specifications
>4dB to 11.88Gbps MADI: 1.0-3.0nS, <0.5nS difference 270Mbps: 0.4-1.5nS, <0.5nS difference 1.485Gbps: <270ps, <100ps difference Rise & Fall Times 2.97Gbps: <135ps, <50ps difference 5.94Gbps: <80ps, <30ps difference 11.88Gbps: <45ps, <18ps difference 5–2 • Specifications SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) - Page 35 It is recommended to terminate unused outputs. You can also mute an output via the Mute Outputs options available in the Setup tab of DashBoard. All outputs are non-inverting when using DVB-ASI and 270Mbps signals. SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) Specifications • 5–3...
- Page 36 5–4 • Specifications SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02)
- Page 37 Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections: • Troubleshooting Checklist • Warranty and Repair Policy SRA-8901 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) Service Information • 6–1...
- Page 38 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.
- Page 39 In the event that your SRA-8901 proves to be defective in any way during this warranty period, Ross Video Limited reserves the right to repair or replace this piece of equipment with a unit of equal or superior performance characteristics.
- Page 40 Contact Us Contact our friendly and professional support representatives for the following: • Name and address of your local dealer • Product information and pricing • Technical support • Upcoming trade show information Telephone: +1 613 • 652 • 4886 Technical After Hours Emergency: +1 613 •...
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