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SE4000
DVB MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder
Installation and Operation Manual
01-0934-401
Tiernan Radyne ComStream, Inc. • 6340 Sequence Dr. • San Diego, CA 92121 • (858) 458-1800 • Fax: (858) 657-5400 • www.radn.com

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  • Page 1 SE4000 DVB MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Installation and Operation Manual 01-0934-401 Tiernan Radyne ComStream, Inc. • 6340 Sequence Dr. • San Diego, CA 92121 • (858) 458-1800 • Fax: (858) 657-5400 • www.radn.com...
  • Page 3 Warranty Policy Notice This manual and its contents are proprietary to Tiernan Radyne ComStream, Inc. (Tiernan) and are intended solely for the contractual use of its customers for no other purpose than to install and operate the equipment des cribed herein. This manual and its contents shall not be used or distributed for any other purpose and/or otherwise communicated, disclosed, or reproduced, in any way whatsoever, without prior written consent of Tiernan.
  • Page 4 Do Not Open The Equipment! Service Only by Tiernan Radyne ComStream, Inc. Gefährliche Spannung! Öffuen des Gerätes und Service nur dur Tiernan Radyne ComStream, Inc. The SE4000 contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Any attempt to do so will invalidate any and all warranties.
  • Page 5 Preface Using This Manual This manual is your sourcebook for using the Tiernan SE4000 and describes the installation, operation, and configuration for this product. An overview of system and product level requirements, technical specifications, and troubleshooting procedures are also provided.
  • Page 6 Preface SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder A note icon identifies information for the proper operation of your equipment, including helpful hints, shortcuts, or important reminders Illustrations Some illustrations contained in this manual may differ slightly from those shown on your front panel display, rear panel, or remote terminal due to variations in your system components, configuration, or customization.
  • Page 7 858-657-5454 Fax: 858-657-5455 Email: support@tiernan.com (Tiernan Video Products) custservice@radn.com (All other Radyne ComStream Products) Website: http://www.radn.com Product Shipments Please verify that your company name and address are correct on the packing slip that is included with your equipment. Notify Tiernan Product Support if any of the information is incorrect.
  • Page 8 Preface SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder LCD Display When you receive your SE4000, the LCD display may be covered with a plastic protective covering. To remove the protective covering, gently lift one of the corners and peel off the covering. Warranty Information For warranty or return material authorization information, refer to the Warranty booklet that accompanied the product shipment.
  • Page 9 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Preface Provide Adequate Ventilation Slots and openings on the SE4000 are provided for ventilation that is needed to ensure reliable operation. To avoid overheating and ensure that the ventilation slots are not blocked, place the SE4000 on a smooth, hard surface that has at least two inches of clearance around the unit and adequate air circulation.
  • Page 10 There are no user-serviceable parts inside the SE4000. If an object falls into the equipment, unplug the unit and contact the Radyne ComStream, Inc. Customer Service Department, as serious damage could occur to the SE4000 or its components.
  • Page 11 Do not attempt to service the SE4000 yourself, as there are no user-serviceable parts. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards as well as void your warranty. Contact the Tiernan Radyne ComStream, Inc. Customer Service Department to obtain qualified service personnel.
  • Page 12 Preface SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 01-0934-401-B...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Table of Contents Table of Contents Overview 1.0 Features ________________________________________________________ 1-1 1.1 Video ________________________________________________________ 1-2 1.2 Audio ________________________________________________________ 1-2 1.3 Auxiliary Data ______________________________________________________ 1-2 1.4 Conditional Ac cess _________________________________________________ 1-2 1.5 VBI (Vertical Blanking Interval) ________________________________________ 1-2 1.6 Modulator ________________________________________________________ 1-2 1.7 Modulator Control Buttons ____________________________________________ 1-2 1.8 ASI Output ________________________________________________________ 1-3...
  • Page 14 Table of Contents SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 2.6.2 Connecting to the RS-232 Control Port ________________________________ 2-9 2.6.3 Ethernet Control Port ______________________________________________ 2-9 2.6.3.1 Connecting to a Network Using the Ethernet Port ______________________ 2-9 2.6.4 Fault Relay _____________________________________________________ 2-11 2.7 Transport Connection Ports__________________________________________ 2-11 2.7.1 ASI Out Primary _________________________________________________ 2-11 2.7.2 ASI Out Secondary_______________________________________________ 2-12 2.8 Modulator Output to Upconverter _____________________________________ 2-12...
  • Page 15 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Table of Contents 3.11.2 Unlocking the Front Panel ________________________________________ 3-31 3.12 Date and Time ___________________________________________________ 3-31 3.12.1 Setting the Date ________________________________________________ 3-31 3.12.2 Setting the Time ________________________________________________ 3-32 3.13 System Reset____________________________________________________ 3-32 3.14 Embedded Audio Configuration _____________________________________ 3-32 3.14.1 Configuring the Encoder for Embedded Audio ________________________ 3-32 3.15 Embedded Audio Configuration (BISS/PGCA) __________________________ 3-32 3.16 VBI: Teletext, Closed Captions, and Expanded Windows _________________ 3-32...
  • Page 16 Table of Contents SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Maintenance and Software Upgrades 7.0 Maintenance ______________________________________________________ 7-1 7.1 Field Software Upgrades _____________________________________________ 7-1 Technical Specifications _______________________________________________A-1 VBI Data Transmission B.0 MPEG and VBI ____________________________________________________B-1 B.1 System Configuration _______________________________________________B-2 B.1.1 DVB Teletext ____________________________________________________B-2 B.1.1.1 Hardware Requirements __________________________________________B-2 B.1.1.2 Operational Considerations________________________________________B-2 B.1.1.3 End-to-End Configuration _________________________________________B-2...
  • Page 17 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Table of Contents C.8 Configuring PGCA from a Remote Unit ________________________________ C-8 C.8.1 Connect to a Remote Unit _________________________________________ C-8 C.8.2 Enable PGCA at the System Level __________________________________ C-8 C.8.2.1 Enter the PGCA Scramble Key____________________________________ C-8 C.8.3 Manage the IRD List _____________________________________________ C-8 C.8.3.1 View the IRD Conditional Access List ______________________________ C-8 C.8.3.2 Add IRDs to the Conditional Access List ____________________________ C-9...

  • Page 18: Overview

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Overview Overview The SE4000 is a rugged, compact MPEG-2 encoder designed for newsgathering and professional broadcast applications. Video input may be analog, PAL or NTSC, or serial digital 525/625. Two stereo audio inputs may be either analog or AES/EBU. Video encoding may be 4:2:0 in accordance with MPEG-2 Main Profile @ Mail Level or optional 4:2:2 Studio Profile @ ®...

  • Page 19: Video

    Overview SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 1.1 Video The SE4000 uses an advanced video compression ship-set which encodes the input video following either the 4:2:0 Main Profile @ Main Level or the optional 4:2:2 Studio @ Main Level, according to MPEG-2 standards (ISO/IEC 13818-2). The SE4000 supports the following compressed video rates: •...

  • Page 20: Asi Output

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Overview 1.8 ASI Output An ASI output is also available for connection to an external multiplexer or modulator. The SE4000 accepts all commonly used video and audio input formats and provides an MPEG-2 ® DVB compliant transport stream in addition to a DVB -compatible QPSK modulator with a 70 MHz, 140 MHz, and direct L-Band output.

  • Page 21: Configuration Sets

    Overview SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 1.13 Configuration Sets The SE4000 has a number of default configurations that can be restored as well as numerous user-defined configuration sets that can be saved and restored. 1.14 Construction The SE4000 is a small, rugged, 1RU (4.45 cm/1.75”) high, 19” wide rack-mount chassis with an international, auto-sensing, AC power supply.

  • Page 22: Introduction

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Introduction Introduction This chapter provides step-by-step procedures for installing and cabling the SE4000. Do Not Remove the SE4000 Top Cover! The SE4000 is powered by an exposed, switching AC power supply, which presents an electric shock hazard when the top cover is removed.

  • Page 23: Powering On The Se4000

    Introduction SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 2.1 Powering On The SE4000 The rear panel AC power supply interface includes a fuse holder, and an IEC 320 power cord receptacle. The typical SE4000 configuration requires 70 Watts. An auto-sensing, auto-ranging AC switching power supply powers the SE4000 unit. The supply accepts 100 to 240 VAC nominal input voltage levels cycling at 50 to 60 Hz.

  • Page 24: Power-Up Sequence

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Introduction Corrupted AC input power can interrupt SE4000 operations and cause permanent damage to the unit. You should purchase and install a commercially available, external power conditioning surge suppressor to protect the SE4000 against power spikes and line transients..

  • Page 25: Rear Panel Connections

    Introduction SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 2.2 Rear Panel Connections All SE4000 external connections are located on the rear panel, as shown in the following illustration. 2.3 Video Ports The SE4000 provides connections for both analog and digital video. 2.3.1 Analog Video In Analog Video In is a female BNC connector with 75O impedance, accepting a NTSC or PAL composite analog video input that is 1.0 Vp-p nominal level.

  • Page 26: Digital Audio Ports

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Introduction The pin assignments for all the analog audio ports are listed in the following table: Audio Port Pin Assignments Pins Signal 2.4.2 Digital Audio Ports The SE4000 has the following two digital audio input ports: •...

  • Page 27: Configuring The Dte And Se4000 Clock Interfaces

    Introduction SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 2.5.2 Configuring the DTE and SE4000 Clock Interfaces After you have cabled the data termination equipment (DTE) to the SE4000, you must determine the most effective SE4000 and DTE clock source arrangements. There are three different ways to configure the clock interface for the SE4000 and the DTE: •...

  • Page 28: Clock Interface Configuration 2

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Introduction 2.5.2.2 Clock Interface Configuration 2 If the DTE cannot turn around the ST, but has an internal clock source that can be provided as TT to the SE4000, use this option to configure the auxiliary data channel. The following block diagram shows the clock configuration for a DTE providing an internal clock source as TT to the SE4000.

  • Page 29: Asynchronous Configuration

    Introduction SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder If the internal clock is used to latch the data, the length of cable between the DTE and the SE4000 must be limited to one meter (3 feet). Additionally, the auxiliary data rate must be limited to not more than 64 Kbps.

  • Page 30: Dce Configuration

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Introduction 2.6.1.1 DCE Configuration The pinouts for the RS-232 port configured as DCE are listed in the following table: RS-232 Port Pin Assignments: DTE Pins Signal Direction Definition Unused Transmit Data Receive Data Data Set Ready Ground Data Terminal Ready Clear to Send...
  • Page 31 Introduction SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder When connecting the SE4000 to a LAN using Ethernet, contact your Information System department to coordinate installation and setup. Perform the following steps to connect to the network using the Ethernet port: Connect a Category 5 cable with RJ-45 connectors (standard Ethernet cable) between the SE4000 Ethernet port and a LAN hub.

  • Page 32: Fault Relay

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Introduction 2.6.4 Fault Relay The Fault Relay is an RJ-11 connector. The fault relay is used in a redundant configuration. In this configuration input is fed from distribution amplifiers into each of two SE4000s. A Tiernan redundancy switch monitors the output through the Fault Relay.

  • Page 33: Asi Out Secondary

    Introduction SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 2.7.2 ASI Out Secondary ASI Out Secondary is a female BNC connector with 75O impedance. The port outputs a copy of the primary transport out. ASI Out Secondary port can be used to output the transport stream of one SE4000 to the multiplexer of the SE4000 for MPTS operation.

  • Page 34: Using The Front Panel

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using the Front Panel Using the Front Panel This chapter describes the following SE4000 front panel information: • Components • Commands, including navigating, setting and changing parameters • Menus, options, and parameters 3.0 Front Panel Components The front panel enables you to easily and efficiently configure and monitor the SE4000.

  • Page 35: Se4000 Menu Structure

    Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 3.1 SE4000 Menu Structure The following illustration shows the SE4000 menu structure: 01-0934-401-B...

  • Page 36: Navigating Through The Menus

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using the Front Panel 3.2 Navigating Through the Menus The front panel LCD display and buttons were designed maximize speed and efficiency of navigation through the SE4000 menu structure. 3.3 LCD Display The flowing figure shows a sample SE4000 menu on the front panel: SE4000/SERVICE/VIDEO/INPUT >...

  • Page 37: Lcd Text Formats

    Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 3.5 LCD Text Formats All menus, parameter options, and system information are displayed on the front panel LCD. 3.5.1 Menus All menus are displayed in the following format: SE4000/SERVICE/VIDEO/INPUT > VIDEO INPUT = SDI •...

  • Page 38: Information

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using the Front Panel 3.5.3 Information Information, such as current faults, faults in the history log, and system messages are displayed as ASCII text strings as shown in the following example: SE4000/STATUS/CURRENT > AUDIO ENCODER AUDB SRATE MISMATCH •...

  • Page 39: Right And Left Buttons

    Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 3.7 Right and Left Buttons The Right and Left buttons are used to scroll through menu items, or through a list of parameters. These buttons movement through the menu structure in the following manner: At a menu level these buttons move the selection brackets [ ] and scroll right and left, (forward and backwards), respectively, through all available menu items at that current level.

  • Page 40: Exit Button

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using the Front Panel To set a parameter option, such as a new video frame rate, use the Up/Down buttons until the brackets encompass the option (the option should be flashing) then press the Enter button. The SE4000 is configured with the new parameter value and the new value is stored in nonvolatile memory.

  • Page 41: Numeric Entries

    Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder The first press of a number key displays the first character in the set; sequential presses of the same key advance through the character set, in a circular fashion. The cursor is advanced by either pressing another number key, or by pressing the right arrow key.

  • Page 42: Status Button

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using the Front Panel 3.11.3 Status Button The Status button is a hot key, which enables immediate viewing of any faults currently occurring on the SE4000 and then toggling back to the front panel menu on which work was being done. When leaving the current faults using the Status button hot key, you are returned to the menu level at which you were working, not to the parameter level.

  • Page 43: Correcting Mistakes

    Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 3.6 Correcting Mistakes 3.6.1 Selecting Options If an option is selected and the Enter button has not been pressed, use the Up or Down buttons to scroll to the correct option. 3.6.2 Using the Keypad If a value is entered via the keypad and the Enter button has not been pressed, the following may be done: •...

  • Page 44: Modulator Control Buttons

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using the Front Panel Select Video. SE4000/SERVICE/VIDEO > [INPUT] ENCODER Select encoder. Press the Right button to move the brackets to Encoder. Press Enter. SE4000/SERVICE/VIDEO/ENCODER > ENABLE = ON The enable menu displays. Use the up and down buttons to select On. Then press enter to select.

  • Page 45: Front Panel Menu Summary

    Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Pressing the modulator control buttons causes the SE4000 to toggle the modulator as follows: Current Key Press Resulting Modulator Modulator State State Modulate On Carrier Off Carrier On Modulate On Carrier Off Modulator On All Off Carrier...
  • Page 46 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using the Front Panel Front Panel Menu Summary Command Function Options/Response Format configuration in non-volatile saved. Configuration sets must be saved to (flash) memory under the existing user-defined labels. If there are no user selected user configuration label. labels defined, <empty list>...
  • Page 47 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Front Panel Menu Summary Command Function Options/Response Format Config>Service Used to configure the SE4000 video encoding parameters. #>Video>Enco Enable Setting determines whether or ? on – video is included in the output transport not video is included in the stream (default).
  • Page 48 MPEG compression theory and encoder commands, and, if set incorrectly, the video performance maybe adversely affected. It is recommended that users consult with the Radyne ComStream customer Service Department before using a custom configuration. PTS Delay Sets the video delay +1000 to –1000 ms adjustable in 1 ms increments...
  • Page 49 ? Tiernan CC - Configures the encoder to transmit Tiernan closed captioning information. The Tiernan CC transmission described in this document is Radyne ComStream proprietary. Only Tiernan decoders accommodate the Tiernan CC feature described in this document: Note: Tiernan CC should not be implemented in...
  • Page 50 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using the Front Panel Front Panel Menu Summary Command Function Options/Response Format Config>Service Used to configure the SE4000 audio. Once the audio transmission is selected # >Audio as Digital or Analog, the audio channel (or slot) to configure is configured. (A or B) Audio Channels A or B can be configured as either Analog, Digital or Embedded.
  • Page 51 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Front Panel Menu Summary Command Function Options/Response Format Sample Rate Determines how often the 32, 44.1, 48 kHz SE4000 samples the analog default: 48 kHz waveform during the audio analog to digital conversion process.
  • Page 52 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using the Front Panel Front Panel Menu Summary Command Function Options/Response Format Channel Format Sets the audio compression ? Stereo – left and right audio channels are format which determines how the compressed separately into two output left and right channels of the waveforms.
  • Page 53 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Front Panel Menu Summary Command Function Options/Response Format Main>Service # Used to configure the SE4000 auxiliary data. The Data menu has two data >Data channels, A and B. Both data channels have identical parameters and options that are used to configure the auxiliary data ports.
  • Page 54 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using the Front Panel Front Panel Menu Summary Command Function Options/Response Format Clock Source Sets the clock source for the internal – uses ST to latch the data synchronous auxiliary data (default) channel external – uses TT to latch the data Note: Clock Source is only available for the synchronous data channel.
  • Page 55 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Front Panel Menu Summary Command Function Options/Response Format Config>Output Used to configure and monitor the SE4000 internal modulator and the ASI transport stream output. When the initial SE4000 installation and configuration is begun, the modulator output (Mod State) should be turned off until ready to begin satellite transmissions.
  • Page 56 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using the Front Panel Front Panel Menu Summary Command Function Options/Response Format Modulation Sets the output transmit power of -25.0 to -5.0 dBm Power the SE4000 modulator. default: -5.0 dBm Rate Control Sets whether the modulator ? Auto –...
  • Page 57 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Front Panel Menu Summary Command Function Options/Response Format Control>Serial Used to configure the remote control port. Baud Rate Sets the asynchronous interface 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 bps baud rate for the remote port. default: 38400 bps Data Bits Sets the number of data bits for...
  • Page 58 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using the Front Panel Front Panel Menu Summary Command Function Options/Response Format Main>CA menu Conditional access (CA) is a method for securing and scrambling transmission streams so that only those decoders which are authorized to do so can receive the transmitted streams.
  • Page 59 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Front Panel Menu Summary Command Function Options/Response Format On (enable) and Off (disable) parameters for the selected IRD. Del IRD Deletes a Tiernan decoder from Displays a list of Tiernan decoders and their MAC the conditional access database.
  • Page 60 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using the Front Panel Front Panel Menu Summary Command Function Options/Response Format Version Menu Used to display the version of firmware and hardware currently in use on the SE4000. Version Queries the version of firmware Firmware version labels. currently in use on the SE4000.

  • Page 61: Se4000 Procedures

    Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 3.9 SE4000 Procedures This section provides detailed steps for performing various SE4000 tasks. Before beginning initial SE4000 installation and configuration, the modulator output (Mod State) should be turned off until ready to begin satellite transmissions.

  • Page 62: Creating A New User Configuration

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using the Front Panel 3.10.2 Creating a New User Configuration To create a new user-defined configuration label: Select Config from the main menu. The Configuration menu displays. Select Presets. The Preset menu appears. Select New. The New Preset menu and its option Enter Name = 0 displays. The zero is replaced with the first alphanumeric key press.

  • Page 63: Deleting A User Configuration Label

    Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 3.10.4 Deleting a User Configuration Label To delete a user-defined configuration set: From the main menu, select Config. The Configuration menu displays. Select Presets. The Preset menu displays. Select Delete. The Delete menu displays. Scroll through the list and select the label that will be deleted.

  • Page 64: Unlocking The Front Panel

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using the Front Panel 3.11.2 Unlocking the Front Panel To unlock the front panel: From the main menu, select Config. The Configuration menu displays. Select Control. The Control menu displays. Select FP Lock. The status State = Locked displays. Press the Left or Right button once.

  • Page 65: Setting The Time

    Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 3.12.2 Setting the Time The time is in a 24-hour format and must be set from 00 to 23, where 00 is midnight and 23 is 11 PM. For example, for 8 AM the hours would be set to 08, and for 8 PM the hours would be set to 20.

  • Page 66: Using A Remote Unit

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using a Remote Unit Using a Remote Unit In addition to the front panel, a remote unit can be used to configure and monitor the SE4000. The chapter presents the following information for remote command operation: •...

  • Page 67: Ethernet Port Telnet

    • Ensure that the DTE/DCE switch is set to the DTE position. For assistance, contact the Radyne ComStream Customer Support Department. 4.1 Ethernet Port Telnet After the SE4000 has been cabled to a network through the SE4000 Ethernet port, perform the...

  • Page 68: Ethernet Port Browser Window

    • Check with the Information Systems to determine if problems exist with the LAN. For assistance, contact the Radyne ComStream Customer Support Department. 4.1 Ethernet Port Browser Window The SE4000 contains an easy to use Browser configuration web-like interface. To configure the SE4000 through the browser interface, follow the instructions below.

  • Page 69: Command Elements

    Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 4.2.2 Command Elements All commands consists of a command mnemonic, which is followed by a space, and the command instruction. The SE4000 uses the following command mnemonics to group various commands: • Execute commands have an additional parameter which follows the command instruction.

  • Page 70: Typing Remote Commands

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using a Remote Unit Query commands are issued by typing the command, without a parameter, and pressing Enter. The SE4000 responds to the query by displaying information on the remote display. For example, to query the remote port baud rate, issue the command MC BAUD and press Enter.
  • Page 71 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder proper syntax and format. ERROR:COMMIT_ERROR While attempting to set a Reset the command to a known command, the SE4000 may have valid state. Then re-issue the new entered an inconsistent state and command.

  • Page 72: Remote Command Descriptions

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using a Remote Unit <mnemonic>.<designator> ? Lists all commands associated with that mnemonic. For example: AE.A? <mnemonic>.<designators> <instruction> ? Lists information available for that particular command, For example: AE.A BRP? including all valid parameters. 4.5 Remote Command Descriptions All standard SE4000 remote commands are listed in alphabetical order in the following tables, which provide the following information: •...
  • Page 73 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default AE.<port> CHFMT Dual, Mono, Stereo Compressed audio format ; determines how the Stereo, Jstereo SE4000 will compress the audio channels. ? Dual – left and right audio channels are compressed separately into two output waveforms.
  • Page 74 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using a Remote Unit SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default AE.<port> DELAY -1000 to +1000 0 (zero) Compressed audio stream time delay; enter a msec. numeric value to adjust the audio presentation time stamp;...
  • Page 75 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default CCITTJ.17 AE.<port> user_ext ON/OFF User extensive processing enabled or disabled AE.<port> 1 - 14 PES_BLOCKS 4-10 01-0934-401-B...
  • Page 76 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using a Remote Unit SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default AXD.A BAUD 1200, 2400, 38400 bps Sets the asynchronous serial auxiliary data baud 4800, 9600, rate. 19200, 38400 Front panel command equivalent: Config>Service>Data>Baud AXD.B DR 1200 to...
  • Page 77 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default configuration labels. Front panel command equivalent: none 4-12 01-0934-401-B...
  • Page 78 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using a Remote Unit SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default CM RENAME <old Where <old Renames an existing label label>;<new label> label> Fwont panel command equivalent: specifies the Config>Presets>Rename current user- defined label and <new label>...
  • Page 79 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default FM LOG_LIST Query-only command; displays the fault history log with time stamps. For a complete description of the fault history log, refer to the chapter on troubleshooting. Front panel command equivalent: Status>History>List FM RELAY_CLR...
  • Page 80 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using a Remote Unit SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default MC FPLOCK Locked Unlocked Used to query or set the state of the front panel. If queried, responses are: unlocked = the front panel is unlocked, operators can use the front panel to configure, monitor, and control SE4000 operations;...
  • Page 81 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default MC RE Resets the SE4000, reloads all programmable logic and firmware, and restarts the system. All parameters return to the last settings stored in flash memory or the last changes made using the front panel.
  • Page 82 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using a Remote Unit SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default MOD CAR_TYPE NORM, CW NORM Norm – Normal modulation CW – Pure CW carrier MOD CODE_RATE 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, Viterbi code rate; sets the code rate for forward 5/6, 7/8 error correction (FEC) of the modulated signal.
  • Page 83 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default MOD SYM_RATE MOD SR Used to enter the modulator symbol rate. The 1000000 to symbol rate is the number of symbols required to 20000000 sps transmit the data stream over a satellite link using quadrature phase shift keying (QPSK).
  • Page 84 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using a Remote Unit SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default OUT OUT_RATE 1,000,000 to 8448000 Sets the transport output rate 216,000,000 OUT ENABLE ON/OFF Enables or disables the ASI output OUT PACKET_SIZE 188, 204PAD, Sets the ASI output mode 204ENC...
  • Page 85 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default Front panel command equivalent: none 4-20 01-0934-401-B...
  • Page 86 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using a Remote Unit SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default TAB NIT_NAME <string> MPEG-2 Used to enter the network name, up to 115 Encoder characters may be used. Front panel command equivalent: none TAB NIT_NETID 0 to 65535 Used to enter the Network ID in the NIT.
  • Page 87 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default TAB USR_B_PID Where # is a Sets the Data B PID to be included in the output <#> valid PID. transport stream. Zero is the default PID. Front panel command equivalent: none TAB VID_PID <#>...
  • Page 88 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using a Remote Unit SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default TCA ENABLE Off, On Enables and disables PGCA at a system level. Parameters are: ? on – enables PGCA; this setting ensures that only those Tiernan decoders listed in the PGCA database and authorized at an individual level can receive the broadcast...
  • Page 89 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default (PAL) NO_VIDEO 4-24 01-0934-401-B...
  • Page 90 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using a Remote Unit SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default VI.A FMTCTL PAL_N, NTSC, AUTO Sets t he analog video input format detection. NTSC_0SU, Auto = automatically detect video input. AUTO PAL_N = Set for PAL only NTSC_0SU = NTSC mode with no pedestal NTSC = Normal NTSC...
  • Page 91 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default VE LATENCY Quality, Quality Sets the video compression optimization. Low_Delay, Parameters are: Low_Buff, Edit, ? Quality = optimizes the video performance Custom without regard for throughput delay time.
  • Page 92 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using a Remote Unit SE4000 Remote Command Descriptions Remote Command Parameter Factory Description Range Default VBI MODE Off, Configures the encoder to transmit either 16 or 32 16_LINES_PT, lines of VBI information or Tiernan proprietary 32_LINES_PT, closed caption mode TIERNAN_CC ? Off –...
  • Page 93 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Configuration examples: Here is a sample power up initialization screen: >mc re System is resetting... SE4000 SDTV MPEG Encoder Software Version: 1.0302 Date of Make: 12/23/2003 Time of Make: 14:38:39 Initializing Master Controller ...Done. Investigating Optional Feature authorization ...Done.
  • Page 94 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Using a Remote Unit NIT_MOD QPSK NIT_NETID 65535 NIT_NAME MPEG-2 Encoder NIT_SATPOS 019.2 NIT_POL VERT SATFREQ 011.75725 NIT_SR 005.5002 NIT_WSTFLG WEST PROVIDER Unnamed SDT_NAME Service 2 ATSC_NAME is UNAVAILABLE in the current state of the system. - Only applicable for ATSC tables MAJORCH is UNAVAILABLE in the current state of the system.
  • Page 95 Using a Remote Unit SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder VBI_END ENABLE MOD_TYPE DVB_QPSK SYM_RATE 5500187 DATA_RATE 8447999 CODE_RATE 70000000 -500 SPEC_INV NORMAL STATUS Minor Tx Alarm CAR_TYPE NORM TERR_TYPE DVB188 RATE_CTRL SYMBOL_RATE MOD_ROLLOFF 422_FEATURE Chroma 4:2:2 feature is now avaiable 70_140_FEATURE feature not available.
  • Page 96 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder User Interfaces Here is a sample of a Status dump using the STATUS or ST command: >statusAUD6022 Audio A Status Audio FPGA Version: 0x1c DSP Software Version: CS8420 Active: Yes Information From CS8420 Receiver: Subcode CRC Error: Channel Status CRC Error: No PLL Unlock: Data Invalid:...
  • Page 97 User Interfaces SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder AGC is on. Digital Video Operational Status ------------------------------------------------- Main SDI video input type NTSC is present. Encoder Init: Initialized Video Input: Present Video Valid: VBV size: 1835008 bits Throughput delay: STC/PTS Status: STC FIFO Level: STC Value: 2160696 PTS Value:...

  • Page 98: Configuring The Se4000

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Configuring the SE4000 Configuring the SE4000 This chapter presents the following information: • Configuration prerequisites. • A high-level procedure used to configure a SE4000 using either the front panel or a remote unit. • Detailed procedures for configuring a SE4000 to the default standards, using either the front panel or a remote unit •...

  • Page 99: Setting The Default Configuration

    Configuring the SE4000 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 5.1 Setting the Default Configuration The SE4000 is configured with a set of default, DVB-compliant parameters before it is shipped from the factory. This DVB configuration consists of a standard set of operating parameters that allow the user to quickly and easily begin operations.

  • Page 100: Using A Remote Unit To Set The Default Configuration

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Configuring the SE4000 A message appears to confirm the selection. This helps to prevent accidental re- configuration. Press Enter to continue. SE4000/QUICKSET/DVB > Press Enter to restore DVB Config. A “last chance to turn back” menu appears. Press Enter to continue. SE4000/QUICKSET/DVB >...

  • Page 101: Configuring A Simple Scpc Setup Using The Remote Unit

    Configuring the SE4000 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 5.2.2 Configuring a Simple SCPC Setup Using the Remote Unit This example configures the SE4000 to a simple SCPC setup. Use this example as a guideline, substituting site-specific parameter values as required. Step 1 In this example, assume that the following is a list of your SE4000 operational parameters: Input channels: •...
  • Page 102 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Configuring the SE4000 Step 5 To configure the SE4000 for this example, the unit must first be initialized to the DVB default settings. Issue the DVB default command CM RESTORE DVB. When the remote unit displays the system prompt (>), all of the SE4000 parameters have been set to the DVB default settings.
  • Page 103 Configuring the SE4000 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 01-0934-401-B...

  • Page 104: Troubleshooting

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter includes the following information: • Fault reporting and monitoring, including the status LED and status button, viewing current faults, and viewing the fault history and fault relay logs. • Initialization self-test diagnostic functions. •...

  • Page 105: Current Faults

    Troubleshooting SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 6.2 Current Faults Current faults are reported real-time, which means that only conditions that are present at the time of the query are displayed, regardless of what fault conditions have existed in the past. A current fault exists when the Status LED is yellow.

  • Page 106: Viewing Current Faults Using A Remote Device

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Troubleshooting All current faults are recorded in the fault history log; however, not all faults that are detected by the SE4000 are shown on the current faults log. To determine if other hardware or operational problems e xist, the fault history log must be viewed.

  • Page 107: Viewing Fault History Log On The Front Panel

    Troubleshooting SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 6.3.1 Viewing Fault History Log on the Front Panel To view the fault history log on the front panel, perform these steps. From the main menu, select the Status menu. SE4000 > QUICKSET SERVICE OUTPUT [STATUS] The Status menu displays.

  • Page 108: Viewing The Fault History Log Using A Remote Unit

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Troubleshooting To view all faults in the history log, use the up or down buttons. Faults stored in the fault history log are displayed on the front panel LCD in ASCII string format and consist of: •...

  • Page 109: Viewing Fault Relay Log On The Front Panel

    Troubleshooting SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Once a fault condition sets the fault relay and illuminate the status LED on the front panel, they must be cleared manually by either: • Selecting the front panel Status>Relay>Clear option. • Issuing a remote FM RELAY_CLR command. 6.4.1 Viewing Fault Relay Log on the Front Panel The Relay fault History works similarly to the History and Current menus.

  • Page 110: Initialization Self-Test Function

    Query and review the fault history log. Correct all faults, if possible. • Clear all faults. • Query the current faults and fault history log. If the unit continues to fail, record the fault history and contact the Radyne ComStream Customer Support Department for assistance. 01-0934-401-B...
  • Page 111 Troubleshooting SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder All SE4000 faults, whether current faults, faults listed in the fault history log, or faults that cause the fault relay to trip, are listed in alphabetical order in the following table: 01-0934-401-B...
  • Page 112 If faults continue check connection; ensure input source is in proper format and conforms to specified input levels. If unit continues to fail, contact the Radyne ComStream Customer Service Department. AE.x L-Ch AE.x Left Left Channel Idle Status message –...
  • Page 113 S/W Error: Internal software error. Reset the unit. panel fault VxWorks If normal operations do not resume, internal signal contact the Radyne ComStream caught. Customer Service Department. no front S/W Error: Internal software error> Reset the unit. panel fault...

  • Page 114: Fault Summary

    The following troubleshooting tips were designed to help diagnosing and correcting minor operational problems in the unlikely event that there are difficulties encountered with the SE4000. If all of suggested solutions are tried and the unit still fails, contact the Radyne ComStream Customer Service Department.
  • Page 115 Troubleshooting SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 6-12 01-0934-401-B...

  • Page 116: Maintenance And Software Upgrades

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Maintenance and Software Upgrades Maintenance and Software Upgrades 7.0 Maintenance SE4000 encoders require no periodic or preventive maintenance other than keeping the cooling fan intake grills free of obstruction. 7.1 Field Software Upgrades The SE4000 is controlled by a built-in microcontroller equipped with a non-volatile memory that is used to store configuration settings, operational software, operational firmware, and field programmable gate array (FPGA) configuration files.
  • Page 117 Maintenance and Software Upgrades SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 01-0934-401-B...

  • Page 118: Technical Specifications

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Technical Specifications Technical Specifications STANDARD FEATURES • Video Input PAL (625 line) or NTSC (525 line) formats. • Analog SMPTE 170M NTSC or ITU-R BT.470-6 PAL- I/B/D, BNC connector. Serial Digital • SMPTE 259M SDI @ 270 Mbps, BNC connector.
  • Page 119 Technical Specifications SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder • Timing Lip synchronization adjustment ±500 ms. • Transport Output MPEG-2, DVB-compliant transport stream. • Two DVB ASI outputs (75O BNC connectors), 1 to 80 Mbps, in units of 1 bps. • Front Panel Control Back-lit, full-travel push buttons;...
  • Page 120 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Technical Specifications • Conditional Access BISS (Basic Interoperable Scrambling System) Modes 1, and E Contact closure for programmable alarm conditions on an RJ-11 connector. 01-0934-401-B...
  • Page 121 Technical Specifications SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 01-0934-401-B...

  • Page 122: Vbi Data Transmission

    VBI Data Transmission VBI Data Transmission The Tiernan SE4000 and the latest series of Tiernan decoders, such as the TDR60, can be configured to transmit various types of Vertical Blanking Interval (VBI) data when it is present in the input video.

  • Page 123: System Configuration

    VBI Data Transmission SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Tiernan’s TE6000 and SE4000 encoders and the TDR60 decoder can process data contained in the VBI region of a video signal according to the following methods and standards: • DVB-Teletext: – DVB standard for transmission of World System Teletext (WST) included on a composite analog PAL format video signal.

  • Page 124: Atsc Closed Captions

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder VBI Data Transmission Set the data ID to 1. Issue the front panel command Config>Service>VBI>Teletext>Data ID=1 or the remote TT DATA_ID 1 command. Set the data unit ID to 2 or 3 as appropriate. Issue the front panel command Config>Service>VBI>Teletext>Data Unit ID=# or the remote TT UNIT_ID # command (where # = 2 or 3).

  • Page 125: Tiernan Proprietary Closed Captions (Tiernan Cc)

    VBI Data Transmission SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder To configure the encoder and decoder for ATSC closed captioning, follow these steps: Encoder Ensure that Teletext is disabled. Issue the front panel command Config>Service>VBI>Teletext>Enable=off or the remote TT ENABLE OFF command. Ensure that closed caption VBI data is included in the selected service video input signal. Enable the encoder for ATSC closed captions.

  • Page 126: Dvb 4:2:2 Expanded Windows, 16-Line And 32-Line

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder VBI Data Transmission Decoder Ensure that Teletext mode is set to off. Issue the front panel command VBI>Teletext>Mode=Off or the remote VBI TELETEXT MODE OFF command. Set the decoder VBI format control to automatically detect the type of VBI data to decode. Issue the front panel command VBI>Format>VBI Format Cntrl=Auto or the remote VBI CONTROL AUTO command.
  • Page 127 VBI Data Transmission SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Ensure that all other VBI schemes are disabled, including Teletext, ATSC closed captions, and Tiernan closed captions. Ensure that VBI data is included in the selected service vi deo input signal. Set chroma to 4:2:2 mode. Issue the front panel command Config>Service>Video>Chroma=4:2:2 or the remote VE CHROMA 4_2_2 command.

  • Page 128: Decoder Command Listing

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder VBI Data Transmission B.4 Decoder Command Listing B.4.1 Front Panel Commands for Decoder Configuration The following front panel commands are used to configure the decoder for VBI teletext. TDR60 Decoder VBI Front Panel Menu Menu>SubMenu Description Parameters or Response Format VBI>Teletext: used to set the teletext parameters.

  • Page 129: Remote Commands For Decoder Configuration

    VBI Data Transmission SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder B.4.2 Remote Commands for Decoder Configuration The following front panel and remote commands are used to configure the decoder for VBI teletext. Remote Parameter Range Description Command Mnemonic VBI CONTROL Auto, Manual Setting determines if the TDR60 will automatically detect incoming VBI data or if the VBI format will be manually configured by the operator.

  • Page 130: Conditional Access

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Conditional Access Conditional Access C.0 Conditional Access Overview Conditional access (CA) is a method for securing and scrambling transmission streams so that only those decoders which are authorized to do so can receive the transmitted streams. The SE4000 provides two methods for conditional access: •...
  • Page 131 Conditional Access SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Select a Service From the main menu, select Config>CA>Setup>Service. A list of all available services displays. If only one service is available, the service parameter is query-only, as this one service is automatically selected. Scroll through the list to select the service to be configured for BISS scrambling and press Enter.

  • Page 132: Configuring Biss From A Remote Unit

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Conditional Access C.4 Configuring BISS from a Remote Unit Before beginning to configure the encoder for BISS conditional access, remote unit with a communications program installed, such as ProComm must be present. Connect to a Remote Unit Ensure that the remote unit has a communications program installed, such as ProComm.

  • Page 133: Tiernan Pgca Overview

    Conditional Access SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Save the Current BISS Configuration Save the current BISS configuration to either: • Flash memory using the CM Save command. • A user-defined configuration set, using the cm create and cm save_cfg commands. Any parameter changes, including conditional access changes, that are made using a remote unit are not automatically stored in flash memory.

  • Page 134: High-Level Pgca Overview

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Conditional Access C.6 High-Level PGCA Overview PGCA is managed at an individual IRD level and enabled at the system level. To configure the SE4000 for PGCA operations, follow these steps: Manage the IRD List. Review the IRD conditional access list to ensure that all IRDs are listed and that all IRD information is correctly.

  • Page 135: Manage The Ird List

    Conditional Access SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder The high-level procedure for configuring PGCA from the front panel or a remote unit is the same, however, at the detailed step-by-step level, there are a few important differences which must be followed. Before configuring the SE4000 from the front panel or remote unit, carefully read and follow these instructions.

  • Page 136: Delete An Ird From The Conditional Access List, If Required

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Conditional Access C.7.1.3 Delete an IRD from the Conditional Access List, if Required From the PGCAcfg menu, select DEL IRD. The IRD Delete menu displays. Use the Up and Down buttons to scroll through the list and select the required IRD. Press Enter.

  • Page 137: Configuring Pgca From A Remote Unit

    Conditional Access SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder C.8 Configuring PGCA from a Remote Unit Before you begin configuring the encoder for PGCA, you must have the following: • A remote unit with a communications program installed, such as ProComm. • The TMA addresses for each of the decoders in your system. C.8.1 Connect to a Remote Unit Ensure that the remote unit has a communications program installed, such as ProComm.

  • Page 138: Add Irds To The Conditional Access List

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Conditional Access C.8.3.2 Add IRDs to the Conditional Access List Type tca add <decoder name>@<decoder TMA Address> and press Enter. Decoder names are limited to 15 characters in length or less. Decoders are automatically authorized when they are added to the list. Repeat for all required decoders.

  • Page 139: To Disable Pgca At The System Level

    Conditional Access SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder C.8.4.1 To Disable PGCA at the System Level Type tca enable off and press Enter. C.9 Configuring PGCA from a Remote Unit The following example shows how to add, delete, enable (authorize) and disable (de-authorize) decoders using a remote unit connected to a SE4000.

  • Page 140: Review The Ird Conditional Access List To Ensure It Is Correct

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Conditional Access C.9.6 Review the IRD conditional access list to ensure it is correct tca list The SE4000 displays the following: Decoder 0x586bd0 ID: 11.22.33.44.55.66.77.88 Auth: Deauthorized Name: decoder1 Decoder 0x586dd0 ID: 33.44.55.66.77.88.99.00 Auth: Authorized Name: decoder3 Decoder 0x586ad0 ID: 44.55.66.77.88.99.00.11 Auth: Authorized...
  • Page 141 Conditional Access SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder C-12 01-0934-401-B...

  • Page 142: Se4000 Default Settings

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Default Settings SE4000 Default Settings Video Encoder Default Settings Parameter DVB and ATSC Exceptions Defaults Data Rate Calc Auto Enable Format Mode Auto Optimize Quality 33 decimal Resolution Data Rate 7.46630 Mbps Chroma 4:2:0 Timebase Video Input Source Analog PGCA...
  • Page 143 Default Settings SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Compression MPEG Data Rate 256 Kbps Format Stereo 37 decimal Sample Rate 48 Ksps Source Analog Lip Sync 0 msec Aux Data Channels Default Settings Parameter DVB and ATSC Exceptions Defaults Aux Data Async Channel Enable Communication Asynchronous...
  • Page 144 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Default Settings PSI/SI Tables Default Settings Parameter DVB and ATSC Exceptions Defaults Event Information Table (EIT) Enable Transmission Interval 15 dsec Network Information Table (NIT) Enable FEC Convolution Code Rate Network ID Network Name MPEG-2 Encoder Satellite Frequency 011.75725 GHz Satellite Modulation...
  • Page 145 Default Settings SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Service Name Service 1 (DVB) Ch2 (ATSC) Service Provider Unnamed Transmission Interval 15 dsec Enable 20 decimal Transmission Interval 100 dsec Remote Control Port Default Settings Parameter DVB and ATSC Exceptions Defaults Baud Rate 38400 bps Data Bits Stop Bits...

  • Page 146: Rack Mount Installation

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Table Top/Rack Mount Installation Instructions Table Top/Rack Mount Installation Instructions This appendix presents step-by step instructions for the installation of Tiernan 1U, 2U, and 4U products. Instructions are presented for installing products: Instructions are for installation of 1U, 2U and 4U products. A 2U product is shown for illustrative purposes.
  • Page 147 Table Top/Rack Mount Installation Instructions SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Ensure that there are two brackets and four screws in the front bracket kit. One side of each bracket has small holes while the other side has large holes. The small holes are counter-sunk on one side.

  • Page 148: Safety Precautions

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Table Top/Rack Mount Installation Instructions Ensure that the installation provides the minimum required air flow clearances at the sides and rear of the unit. E.4 Safety Precautions If rack-mounted units are installed in a closed or multi-unit rack, consider the following items; further evaluation by a Certifying Agency may be required.
  • Page 149 Table Top/Rack Mount Installation Instructions SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder 01-0934-401-B...

  • Page 150: Glossary

    SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Glossary Glossary Ampere AAL1 ATM Adaptation Layer 1. AAL5 ATM Adaptation Layer 5. Alternating Current AC Switching A pulse-width modulation, AC to DC converter. Power Supply Analog to Digital Converter Add/Drop Multiplexer. A device that provides an interface between SONET and other network signals, converting DSn signals into or from an OC-n signal.
  • Page 151 Glossary SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Baseband The non-modulated transmission of audio and video signals. Multimedia Baud Rate A measure of transmission speed over a transmission medium. Bit Error Rate BERT Bit Error Rate Test Bit/BIT Binary Digit or Built-In Test Bit Rate Refers to the number of bits of data transmitted over a given time period.
  • Page 152 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Glossary Clock Centimeter Common Cells per second Central Processing Unit Cyclic Redundancy Check. A system of error checking performed at the transmitting and receiving stations. Canadian Standards Association — The Canadian counterpart of the U.S. Underwriters Laboratories. Continuous Wave Carrier to Noise Ratio Digital to Analog Converter...
  • Page 153 Glossary SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder = Energy per information bit; N = Noise energy per Hertz. Signal energy with respect to noise, expressed in energy per bit/noise in 1 Hz bandwidth. EEPROM Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory Electronic Industries Association Electromagnetic Interference Engineering Service Circuits ES-ES...
  • Page 154 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Glossary Intelsat Business Services Intermediate Data Rate Input/Output International Electrotechnical Commission. A Geneva-based organization that sets international electrical and electronics standards and includes national committees from over 40 countries. IEEE International Electrical and Electronic Engineers IESS INTELSAT Earth Station Standards Intermediate Frequency.
  • Page 155 Glossary SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder kbps Kilobits per second. A ratio of 1000 bits transmitted per second. For example, 10 kbps is equal to 10,000 bits transmitted per second. Kbps Kilobytes per second. A ratio of 1000 bytes transmitted per second. For example, 10 Kbps is equal to 10,000 bytes transmitted per second.
  • Page 156 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Glossary Milliampere Mbps Megabits per second. A ratio of 1,000,000 bits transmitted per second. For example, 15 Mbps is equal to 15,000,000 bits transmitted per second. MCPC See multi-channel-per-carrier. MFAS Multi-Frame Acquisition Sync. See FAS. Megahertz Management Information Base Modulator or Modulated Mono Channel...
  • Page 157 Glossary SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder NTSC National Television Standards Committee of the Electronic Industries Association (EIA). A committee which determines the video standards for broadcast in the U.S. The U.S. standard for video broadcast which uses a 3.57945 MHz subcarrier whose phase varies with the instantaneous hue of the televised color, and whose amplitude varies with the instantaneous saturation of the color.
  • Page 158 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Glossary Pixel Picture Element. The smallest unit of area of a video screen image that can be turned on or off, or varied in intensity. The smallest division that makes up the raster scan line for a video display.
  • Page 159 Glossary SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Sample Rate The number of times per second that an analog signal is measured and converted to a binary number in order to convert the analog signal to a digital signal. Satellite Within a satellite system, the frequency, either C-Band or Ku-Band, of the signal Downlink transmitted to the receiving dish.
  • Page 160 SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder Glossary UART Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter Underwriters Laboratories. Unit Under Test Volts Volts, Alternating Current Voltage Controlled Oscillator Volts, Direct Current Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker. The German counterpart of the U.S. Underwriters Laboratories. Viterbi Decoding. See Viterbi Code Rate Viterbi Code Forward error-correction scheme.
  • Page 161 Glossary SE4000 MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder GL-12 01-0934-401-B...

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