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- Page 1 DRA-8902 Series Dual 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD Reclocking Distribution Amplifier 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
Contents Introduction Overview..........................1-2 Features........................1-2 Functional Block Diagrams ....................1-3 User Interfaces ........................1-4 DashBoard Control System ................... 1-4 Card-edge Monitoring ................... 1-4 SNMP Monitoring and Control ................1-4 Documentation Terms and Conventions................1-5 Installation Before You Begin ........................ 2-2 Static Discharge..................... - Page 8 Service Information Troubleshooting Checklist ....................6-2 Bootload Button..................... 6-2 Warranty and Repair Policy ....................6-3 ii • Contents DRA-8902 Series User Manual (Iss. 02)
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Page 9: Introduction
A Word of Thanks Congratulations on choosing an openGear DRA-8902 Dual 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD Reclocking 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 DRA-8902, please contact us at the numbers listed on the back cover of this manual. -
Page 10: Overview
Overview Your DRA-8902 is a Dual 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD Reclocking Amplifier, capable of equalizing and reclocking all common serial digital signals. An LED indicator for each channel, at the front of the card, identify the presence of incoming video, simplifying system troubleshooting. The DRA-8902 series includes two products: the DRA-8902-10 and the DRA-8902-16. -
Page 11: Functional Block Diagrams
Functional Block Diagrams Figure 1.1 describes the signal flow of the DRA-8902-10. Equalizer SDI OUT 1 SDI IN A SDI OUT 2 Reclocker Crosspoint Equalizer SDI OUT 3 SDI IN B SDI OUT 4 Reclocker SDI OUT 5 SDI OUT 6 SDI OUT 7 SDI OUT 8 SDI OUT 9... -
Page 12: User Interfaces
User Interfaces The following interfaces are available for control and monitoring of your DRA-8902. DashBoard Control System DashBoard enables you to monitor and control openGear frames and cards from a computer. DashBoard communicates with other cards in the openGear frame through the Network Controller Card. -
Page 13: Documentation Terms And Conventions
Documentation Terms and Conventions The following terms and conventions are used throughout this manual. Terms The following terms are used: • “Board” and “Card” both refer to the card, including all components and switches. • “DashBoard” refers to the DashBoard Control System. •... - Page 14 1–6 • Introduction DRA-8902 Series User Manual (Iss. 02)
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Page 15: Installation
Installation In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for installing the rear module for your DRA-8902, installing the card in the openGear frame, cabling details, and how to upgrade the software on your card(s). The following topics are discussed: • Before You Begin •... -
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 DRA-8902 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) -
Page 17: Installing The Dra-8902
Installing the DRA-8902 The DRA-8902 can be installed in the OG3-FR series frames using one of the supported rear modules.The procedure for installing the rear module and card in your openGear frame is the same regardless of the card model. Supported Rear Modules Notice —... - Page 18 6. Using a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screw, fasten the rear module to the back plane. Do not over-tighten. 7. Ensure proper frame cooling and ventilation by having all rear frame slots covered with rear modules or blank metal plates. To install the card in the openGear frame 1.
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Page 19: Cabling
Cabling This section provides Belden 1694A cabling details based on the card model. Note — It is recommended to terminate unused outputs. You can also mute an unused output via the Mute Outputs options available in the Setup tab of DashBoard. DRA-8902-10 Cabling The 8322AR-313 Full Rear Module is required for the DRA-8902-10. -
Page 20: Software Upgrades
The DRA-8902 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
Configuration In This Chapter This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on your DRA-8902. The following topics are discussed: • Card Overview • Monitoring Features • Using DashBoard • Configuring the DRA-8902 DRA-8902 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) Configuration •... -
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 cable connections, or call Ross Video Technical Support. When off, this LED indicates there is no power to the card. -
Page 24: Using Dashboard
Using DashBoard Before proceeding, ensure that the DashBoard client software is installed on a computer connected to your facility network. The DashBoard software and user manual are available from the Ross Video website. For More Information on... • installing DashBoard, refer to the DashBoard User Manual. -
Page 25: Configuring The Dra-8902
Configuring the DRA-8902 This section briefly outlines how to configure the DRA-8902 using the options available in DashBoard. Configuring the Reclocker This section summarizes how to select a data rate for the reclocker. This enables the card to reclock to a specific data rate or automatically detect and reclock the data rate. It also sets the input signal rate type that the DRA-8902 will process. -
Page 26: Enabling The Failover Feature
Enabling the Failover Feature The failover feature enables the DRA-8902 to use a backup input source when the primary input source is lost and a valid backup input is detected. Once the DRA-8902 determines that the primary input source is stable (valid and locked), it automatically switches back to the primary source. -
Page 27: Enabling The Failover Alarm
To enable the alarm for an invalid input signal 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 area of the tab for the input you wish to monitor. Alarms Tab The Input Status fields in the Signal tab and the Status tab report when an invalid input signal is detected on the corresponding Input BNC. - Page 28 Alarms Tab — Failover Alarm Boxes The corresponding Output Status field in the Signal tab reports when an invalid input signal is detected. 3–8 • Configuration DRA-8902 Series User Manual (Iss. 02)
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Page 29: Dashboard Menus
DashBoard Menus In This Chapter This chapter briefly summarizes the menus, items, and parameters available from DashBoard for your card. Default parameters are noted with an asterisk (*). The following topics are discussed: • Status Tabs • Setup Tab • Alarms Tab Operating Tip —... -
Page 30: Status Tabs
Status Tabs This section summarizes the read-only information displayed in the Status tabs. The fields in the Signal tab vary in severity from green (valid), yellow (caution), to red (alarm). DashBoard reports the most severe alarm for a single field. Alarm colors are noted within the tables as text set in brackets next to the menu parameter name. -
Page 31: Product Tab
Tab Title Item Parameters Description Product DRA-8902-# Displays the card model Supplier Ross Video Ltd. Indicates the manufacturer of your card Board Rev Indicates the version of the PCB Board S/N ###### Indicates the card serial number Software Rev ##.##... -
Page 32: Hardware Tab
Hardware Tab Table 4.3 outlines the read-only information displayed in the Hardware tab. Table 4.3 Hardware Tab Items Tab Title Item Parameters Description Voltage (mV) Supply voltage Current consumption of card in Current (mA) milliamperes CPU Headroom Processing power available Hardware RAM Available On-board processing memory available... -
Page 33: Setup Tab
Setup Tab Table 4.4 summarizes the Setup options available in DashBoard. Table 4.4 Setup Menu Items Menu Title Item Parameters Description A MADI signal detected at 125Mbps is 125M (MADI) (Green) present 270M (SD) (Green) A valid 270Mbps input signal is present 1.5G (HD) (Green) A valid 1.485Gbps input signal is present 3G (Green) - Page 34 Table 4.4 Setup Menu Items Menu Title Item Parameters Description The input signal is automatically switched Selected to the backup when the card detects the Loss of Input Failover primary is unavailable Cleared Disables the failover feature Normal* Click this button to force the specified Outputs - channel to use the backup input when the Channel #...
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Page 35: Alarms Tab
Alarms Tab Table 4.5 summarizes the Alarms options available in DashBoard. Table 4.5 Alarms Menu Items Menu Title Item Parameters Description The Status field in the Signal tab reports Selected* the loss of the input as an error/alarm The Status field in the Signal tab reports Invalid Signal Input # the loss of the input as information only... - Page 36 4–8 • DashBoard Menus DRA-8902 Series User Manual (Iss. 02)
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Page 37: Specifications
Specifications In This Chapter This chapter includes the technical specifications for the DRA-8902. Note that specifications are subject to change without notice. The following topics are discussed: • Technical Specifications DRA-8902 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) Specifications • 5–1... -
Page 38: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications This section lists the technical specifications for the DRA-8902. Table 5.1 Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification Number of Inputs 19.39Mbps, 38.78Mbps, SMPTE 310 MADI, AES10-2008 270Mbps, 525/625 Component, SMPTE 259M 270Mbps, DVB-ASI Data Rates and SMPTE Standards Accommodated 1.485Gbps Component, SMPTE 292M 2.97Gbps Component, SMPTE 424M 5.94Gbps Component, SMPTE 2081... - Page 39 Table 5.1 Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification MADI: <2.0UI (<4.0nS) 270Mbps: <0.2UI, jitter measured 10Hz-1kHz 1.485Gbps: <1.0UI jitter measured 10Hz-100kHz, <0.2UI above 100kHz 2.97Gbps: <1.0UI jitter measured 10Hz-100kHz, Jitter <0.3UI above 100kHz 5.94Gbps: <2.0UI jitter measured 10Hz-100kHz, <0.3UI above 100kHz, band limit @594MHz SDI Outputs 11.88Gbps: <2.0UI jitter measured 10Hz-100kHz, <0.3UI above 100kHz, band limit @1188MHz...
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- Page 41 Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections: • Troubleshooting Checklist • Warranty and Repair Policy DRA-8902 Series User Manual (Iss. 02) Service Information • 6–1...
- Page 42 Bootload Button In the unlikely event of a complete card failure, you may be instructed by a Ross Technical Support specialist to reload the software on the card. To reload the software on the card 1.
- Page 43 In the event that your DRA-8902 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 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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