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Ross TES9 Hardware User Manual

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  • Page 1 TES9 Multi-Function HD/SD-SDI VANC Processor Hardware 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 © 2015 Ross Video Limited. Ross®, openGear®, and any related marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Ross Video Ltd. All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies. PATENTS ISSUED and PENDING. All rights reserved. No part of this publication...
  • Page 4 Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Ross Video could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 5 Important Safety Notices to Service Personnel Before using this product and nay associated equipment, refer to the section “Important Safety Instructions” listed below to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage. Symbol Meanings This symbol identifies a Protective Earth (PE) terminal, which is provided for connection of the supply system’s protective earth (green or green/yellow) conductor.
  • Page 6 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Warning — Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug damage, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
  • Page 7 The crossed out wheelie bin symbol invites you to use these systems. If you need more information on the collection, reuse, and recycling systems, please contact your local or regional waste administration. You can also contact Ross Video for more information on the environmental performance of our products.
  • Page 8 Company Address Ross Video Limited Ross Video Incorporated 8 John Street P.O. Box 880 Iroquois, Ontario, K0E 1K0 Ogdensburg, New York Canada USA 13669-0880 General Business Office: (+1) 613 • 652 • 4886 Fax: (+1) 613 • 652 • 4425 Technical Support: (+1) 613 •...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Data Ports ......................2-8 GPIO Connections....................2-8 LOAD Button ......................2-8 Installation Unpacking the TES9 ......................3-2 Mounting the TES9 in a Rack....................3-3 Before You Begin....................3-3 Installing the TES9 in the Rack................3-3 Basic Connections........................ 3-5 Video Connections ....................3-5 Connecting a PC for Setup ..................
  • Page 10 • Contents TES9 Hardware User Manual (Iss. 04)

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Ross Terminal Equipment family of products, backed by Ross Video’s experience in engineering and design expertise since 1974. You will be pleased at how easily your new TES9 fits into your overall working environment. Equally pleasing is the product quality, reliability and functionality. Thank you for joining the...

  • Page 12: Overview

    These VANC data streams comply with SMPTE standards 291M and 334M. The TES9 is also capable of extracting VANC data from its video input signal(s). This allows it to forward the data to other systems, combine locally generated data with that already carried in the input, and bridge data from one video signal to the other.
  • Page 13 An unbalanced LTC input is provided for applications that require time-code input. • The TES9 software is stored in internal “flash” memory, which allows the software to be updated through a data port, such as the LAN. Scope of this Manual This manual covers the following topics: •...

  • Page 14: Documentation Terms And Conventions

    The following terms and conventions are used throughout this manual. Terms The following terms are used: • “Operator” and “User” refer to the person who uses TES9. • “System” and “Video system” refer to the mix of interconnected production and terminal equipment in your environment.

  • Page 15: Hardware Overview

    Hardware Overview In This Chapter This chapter provides an overview of the TES9. The following topics are discussed: • Before You Begin • Front Panel • Rear Panel TES9 Hardware User Manual (Iss. 04) Hardware Overview • 2–1...

  • Page 16: Before You Begin

    Unpacking Unpack each TES9 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.

  • Page 17: Front Panel

    Front Panel The front panel of the TES9 is shown in Figure 2.1.The indicators and controls on the front panel of the TES9 are described in the following sections. TES9 PROGRAM 1 PROGRAM 2 VIDEO VIDEO PORT A ENCODE ENCODE...

  • Page 18: Program 1 And 2 Video Leds And Switches

    STATUS 2 LED The STATUS 2 LED is off when the TES9 is operating normally. Once the TES9 has started up, the presence of any red on this LED indicates an application error that can probably be corrected by changing settings or inputs.
  • Page 19 • A command from a remote computer. For example, while starting up new software that has been loaded into the TES9, the software may bypass the video to avoid “glitching” it. • An internal fault condition, such as a power-supply failure.
  • Page 20 The ENCODE LED is illuminated green when the TES9 is inserting data into the corresponding video signal. The TES9 can be configured to append VANC data to a line that already contains VANC packets. In this case, there is a possibility that some of the data will not fit in the available space in the line.

  • Page 21: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel The rear panel of the TES9 is shown in Figure 2.2 and Figure 2.3. The following sections describe the connections and controls on the rear panel. MON OUT PORT B GPIO PROGRAM PORT A LOAD LTC IN MODEM LINE...

  • Page 22: Data Ports

    If you press and hold the button with the TES9 power off and keep it pressed until two seconds after turning the power on, the TES9 will be ready to accept a software update, via the LAN, from a computer.
  • Page 23 If you press and hold the button for two seconds while the TES9 is operating normally, it will suspend normal operation and prepare to accept a connection, via PORT A, from a computer running the TES9 setup software. TES9 Hardware User Manual (Iss. 04)
  • Page 24 2–10 • Hardware Overview TES9 Hardware User Manual (Iss. 04)

  • Page 25: Installation

    Installation In This Chapter This chapter provides a general overview of how to install the TES9. The following topics are discussed: • Unpacking the TES9 • Mounting the TES9 in a Rack • Basic Connections TES9 Hardware User Manual (Iss. 04)

  • Page 26: Unpacking The Tes9

    Unpacking the TES9 In the shipping box for your TES9, you should find the following items: • A TES9 unit; • An RS-232 null modem cable; • A CD-ROM containing setup software; • A DVD-ROM containing the TES9 Hardware User Manual and TES9 Software User Manual •...

  • Page 27: Mounting The Tes9 In A Rack

    This section describes how to mount the TES9 in the rack. In using these instructions, consult Figure 3.1. Note that the TES9 should be attached to both the front and rear of the rack; because of the weight of the potentially large number of cables connected to the rear of the TES9, rear rack mounting is strongly advised.
  • Page 28 TES9; that is, they should be closer to the center of the rack than the ones on the TES9. The slots in these brackets should also be approximately aligned with the screw holes in the TES9 brackets.

  • Page 29: Basic Connections

    “A” and “B”, select a time when a loss of video on this path will not cause an outage. 2. Disconnect the video cable from the input to B and connect it to IN of the TES9. 3. Connect another HD-grade coax from the TES9 OUT to the input of B.

  • Page 30: Connecting A Pc For Setup

    9-pin COM port on your PC. 2. Connect the other end of the null modem cable to PORT A of the TES9. If the cable is not long enough, you can add a 9-pin extension cable up to 25ft (8 m) long.
  • Page 31 Avoid using a digital telephone line, since these tend to reduce the quality and therefore the speed of the modem connection. If the telephone line goes outside your building, you should ensure that it is equipped with a surge suppressor, to protect the TES9’s modem from external high-energy discharges.
  • Page 32 3–8 • Installation TES9 Hardware User Manual (Iss. 04)

  • Page 33: Specifications

    Specifications In This Chapter This chapter provides the technical specification information for the TES9. Note that specifications are subject to change without notice. The following topics are discussed: • Technical Specifications • Cabling Information TES9 Hardware User Manual (Iss. 04)

  • Page 34: Technical Specifications

    1.72" (4.4cm) Height 12.2" (31cm) Depth 6.6lbs (3.0kg) Weight Front and rear mount in standard 19" rack Mounting Environmental Specifications The TES9 operating temperature range is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). 4–2 • Specifications TES9 Hardware User Manual (Iss. 04)
  • Page 35 Video Specifications The TES9 inputs and outputs comply with SMPTE 259M and 292M. The following table lists the video formats that are supported: Table 4.3 TES9 Video Specifications Category Format Description Defining Standards 525 lines, 59.94 Hz ITU-R BT.601, SMPTE 125M...

  • Page 36: Cabling Information

    The following table shows the wiring of the 91-09497-01 null modem cable supplied with the TES9. This table can be used to construct a cable to connect PORT A, PORT B or PORT C to a COM port on a PC or other such equipment. This shows, for example, that the DTR signal on pin 4 of the TES9 drives pins1 (DCD) and 6 (DSR) on the PC.

  • Page 37: Gpio

    Program 1 Bypass Indicator A and B When the TES9’s Program 1 video channel is active, these pins are connected together by internal relay contacts. When it is in bypass, there is no connection between these pins. These pins are rated at 25V DC and 200ma maximum.
  • Page 38 Program 2 Bypass Indicator A and B When the TES9’s Program 2 video channel is active, these pins are connected together by internal relay contacts. When it is in bypass, there is no connection between these pins. These pins are rated at 25V DC and 200ma maximum.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    Other error conditions not outlined in this chapter may depend on the software modules loaded into the TES9, and on the application software that provides the data for encoding. Please refer to the manuals for these software packages for additional troubleshooting assistance.

  • Page 40: Replacing A Fuse

    If the power cord is attached to the TES9 and plugged into a live AC outlet, and the power switch is in the ON position, yet none of the LEDs on the TES9's front panel come on, the fuse has probably blown.

  • Page 41: Fails To Start

    Fails to Start When power is first applied to the TES9: 1. The three STATUS LEDs should illuminate red. Refer to the section “Front Panel” on page 2-3 for LED locations. 2. After approximately 35 seconds: • the STATUS 1 LED should turn green, and •...

  • Page 42: Stays In Bypass

    • VIDEO OUT terminated. If the BYPASS LED stays on after the TES9 has fully powered up, even though all the above conditions are met, please check that the video input uses one of the formats defined in the section “Technical Specifications” on page 4-2. If so, there may be an internal fault in the TES9.

  • Page 43: Cannot Decode Tes9 Encoded Data

    Cannot Decode TES9 Encoded Data If the TES9 is out of bypass, and it has been set up to encode VANC services, these services should be injected into the designated lines of the Video Out signal. If you believe that they are not, please check the following: 1.
  • Page 44 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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