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- Page 1 ASI-310 User Guide...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction Related Publications ..............................9 Documentation Conventions ............................ 9 Interface Elements ..............................9 User Entered Text ..............................9 Referenced Guides ..............................9 Menu Sequences ..............................9 Important Instructions ............................10 Contacting Technical Support ..........................10 Before You Begin Overview ................................11 Features ................................ - Page 8 Alarms Status Tab ...............................25 GPIO Status Tab ..............................26 Alarm Counters Tab ............................26 Resetting the Alarm Counters ..........................26 Loading the Factory Defaults ..........................26 Upgrading the Software Technical Specifications Service Information Troubleshooting Checklist .............................31 Warranty and Repair Policy ...........................31 Glossary ii • Contents ASI-310 User Guide (v5.0)
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Page 9: Introduction
• “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 ASI-310: • DashBoard User Guide, Ross Part Number: 8351DR-004 • MFC-OG3-N and MFC-8322-S User Guide, Ross Part Number: 8322DR-004 •... -
Page 10: Important Instructions
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 11: Before You Begin
• The combination of a second 310M output and the 310-to-ASI converter allows in-service monitoring of the 310M output with ASI-based equipment such as the Ross Video TSM-100. • Error conditions such as loss of input, or a net input rate exceeding the output rate, are reported through the GUI and can be assigned to GPI/O outputs for connection to an external alarm or monitoring system. -
Page 12: Functional Block Diagram
Functional Block Diagram This section provides a functional block diagram that outlines the work-flow of the ASI-310. 310 OUT EQUALIZE/ CONVERT RE-STAMP ASI IN SERIALIZE DESERIALIZE ASI-310 310 MON OUT GPI/Os TC/VCXO CONVERT 310 IN SERIALIZE ASI OUT 310-ASI Figure 1.1 Simplified Block Diagram — ASI-310 User Interfaces The ASI-310 includes the following user interfaces: DashBoard Control System... -
Page 13: Hardware Overview
Hardware Overview This chapter presents information on the ASI-310 hardware components and features. Overview The ASI-310 is an openGear modular system composed of two sub-systems. • a main PCB which connects to a rear module and the openGear frame midplane •... -
Page 14: Status And Selection Leds On The Asi-310
POWER LED (DS1) DS2 LED DS3 LED DS4 LED ASI IN LED (DS5) ASI OUT LED (DS6) UNKNOWN REAR MODULE LED (DS7) VIDEO ERROR LED (DS8) DS9 LED ASI IN LED (DS10) 310 IN LED (DS11) ASI OVERFLOW LED (DS12) Reset Button (SW3) Figure 1.2 ASI-310 Card-edge Controls Status and Selection LEDs on the ASI-310... -
Page 15: Supported Rear Modules
Table 1.1 LEDs on the ASI-310 Color Display and Description Green When lit green, this LED indicates the rear module is supported by Unknown Rear Module the card. (DS7) When lit red, this LED indicates that the rear module connected to the ASI-310 is not suitable for use with the ASI-310. -
Page 16: Mdl-R20 Rear Module
MDL-R20 Rear Module The MDL-R20 Rear Module is required when installing the ASI-310 in the DFR-8321 series frame, OG3-FR series frames, and OGX-FR series frames. Each MDL-R20 Full Rear Module accommodates one card and uses two slots. Each MDL-R20 provides a SMPTE 310M input, an ASI input, a SMPTE 310M monitoring output, one SMPTE 310M output, and an ASI output. -
Page 17: Asi Out - Bnc 5 Or Bnc 6
ASI Out — BNC 5 or BNC 6 on the MDL-R20 ( on the MDL-R10) is the output of the 310-to-ASI converter. BNC 5 BNC 6 GPI/O Outputs The GPI/O outputs are provided on a nine-pin connector with eight logic outputs (3.3V) and one ground connection. - Page 18 18 • Hardware Overview ASI-310 User Guide (v5.0)
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Page 19: Physical Installation
Unpacking Unpack each ASI-310 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. Quick Start Assuming you have an openGear frame, an ASI-310 card and a suitable rear module, the following steps will get you started with ASI-to-310 conversion: Connect the frame to your LAN. -
Page 20: Installing The Asi-310
15. If desired, connect wires from the GPI/O jacks on the rear panel to your monitoring equipment, as described in the section “Connections Overview” on page 16. Installing the ASI-310 This section outlines how to install a rear module and card in a openGear frame. Refer to the section “Connections Overview”... -
Page 21: Installing The Asi-310 In An Opengear Frame Slot
Installing the ASI-310 in an openGear Frame Slot Notice — Heat and power distribution requirements within a frame may dictate specific slot placements of cards. Cards with many heat-producing components should be arranged to avoid areas of excess heat build-up, particularly in frames using convectional cooling. To install the ASI-310 card in an openGear frame Locate the Rear Module you installed in the procedure “Installing a Rear Module”... - Page 22 22 • Physical Installation ASI-310 User Guide (v5.0)
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Page 23: Configuration
Configuration This chapter explains how to use the options in DashBoard to set up the ASI-310. This discussion is based on the use of DashBoard through a network connection. The order of sections in this chapter follows the work-flow required to setup the ASI-310 for operation. It is recommended that you proceed through the following sections in order to achieve the best possible understanding of the product. -
Page 24: Gpi/O Settings
This is normally 188 bytes, but you can set it as needed for your application. If the input packet size is different from the output size you specify, the converter adjusts the number of dummy error-correction bytes appended to the basic 188-byte payload to achieve the desired total packet length. Use the 310 Input Bit Rate to set the 310 input data rate. -
Page 25: Monitoring
For a more complete description of DashBoard and its capabilities, refer to the DashBoard User Guide. Product Tab The Product tab displays read-only information that is useful in discussing the operation of the card with Ross Video’s Technical Support staff. -
Page 26: Gpio Status Tab
GPIO Status Tab The GPIO Status tab displays the following read-only information: • The Card Status, Incoming ASI, Incoming SMPTE 310, and Outgoing 310 Null Rate fields report the same information as described in the Alarm Status tab. • The GPIO 1-8 fields indicate the state of the eight GPI/O outputs. The normal non-error state of these GPI/Os is typically “low”;... -
Page 27: Upgrading The Software
Your ASI-310 can be upgraded in the field via DashBoard. To upgrade the software on a ASI-310 Contact Ross Technical Support for the latest software version file. Launch the DashBoard client on your computer. Display a tab for the card you wish to upgrade by double-clicking its status indicator in the Basic Tree View. - Page 28 28 • Upgrading the Software ASI-310 User Guide (v5.0)
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Page 29: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications This chapter provides the technical specification information for the ASI-310. Technical specifications are subject to change without notice. Table 5.1 ASI-310 Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification Transport Number of Inputs Stream Inputs Signal Standards Accommodated 1 input: DVB-ASI (EN 50083-9) 1 input: SMPTE 310 Impedance 75ohm terminating... - Page 30 30 • Technical Specifications ASI-310 User Guide (v5.0)
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Page 31: Service Information
FIVE (5) years from the date of shipment from our factory. In the event that your ASI-310 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 32 Ross Video Limited will be shipped collect. The Ross Video Technical Support Department will continue to provide advice on any product manufactured by Ross Video Limited, beyond the warranty period without charge, for the life of the equipment.
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Page 33: 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 pillar-box bars. Card — openGear terminal devices within openGear frames, including all components and switches. CBR —... - Page 34 34 • Glossary ASI-310 User Guide (v5.0)
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