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Page 1 Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Installation and Operation Manual Edition D 175-000243-00...
Page 3 X75HD/X75SD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Installation and Operation Manual Edition D March 2006...
Page 4 RouterWORKS, Signal Quality Manager, SpyderWeb, SuiteView, TitleMotion, UNIFRAME, Velocity, VelocityHD, VideoCarte, Videotek, and X75 are trademarks of Leitch Technology International Inc. which may be registered in the United States, Canada, and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Purpose ..................xiii Audience ..................xiii Revision History ................xiii Writing Conventions ................xiv Obtaining Leitch Documents ............... xiv Unpacking/Shipping Information ............xv Safety Terms and Symbols ..............xvi Terms and Symbols Used in this Manual ........xvi Terms and Symbols Found on the Product ........xvi Section I—Startup...
Page 6 Contents Video Functional Block Diagram ..........25 Default (Auto Detect) vs. Video Routing and Simulcast Modes ... 26 X75OPT-HDDUOCON Option ............. 27 Simulcast Operation ............... 32 Chapter 2: Applications Overview ....................35 Input Video Processing ................. 36 Output Video Processing ............... 43 Input Video and Audio Processing ............
Page 7 Contents Preparing for Installation ...............70 Meeting Electrical Requirements ............70 Meeting Environmental Requirements ...........70 Installing Rack Support Brackets and Cable Relief Bar ......72 Making Cable and System Connections ..........75 Multi-Purpose Breakout Cable and Connections ......76 Video Connections ................78 Audio Connections .................81 Remote Control Ports ..............82 Chapter 5: Initial Configuration Overview ....................85...
Page 8 Contents Section II—Operation Chapter 6: Operation via Front Panel Controls Overview ..................... 115 Front Panel Description ............... 116 Using the Control Knob and Menu Control Buttons ......117 Setting the Direction of the Control Knob ........117 Using Multi-Function Buttons ............. 118 Navigating Through the Menus ...........
Page 9 Contents Procedure ..................145 Adjusting Video Levels ...............146 Video/Audio Timing Tool ..............147 Transmitter ..................148 Receiver ..................149 Typical Applications ..............150 Chapter 9: Audio Configuration Overview ....................151 General Information ................152 Selecting an Audio Source ..............153 Adjusting Audio Levels ...............155 Audio LED and Buttons Map ..............156 Selecting an Audio Input ..............156 Accessing Audio Level Controls ..........157 Tracking and Delaying Audio ............157...
Page 10 Contents Display Screen Setup Parameters ............191 Scroll Mode .................. 191 Display Intensity ................191 Screen Saver Timeout ..............191 Screen Saver Select ..............192 Shaft Direction ................192 1 Click Favorite ................192 Backlite ..................192 Section III—Appendixes Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Overview .....................
Page 11 Contents Audio ....................235 Lip sync problems .................235 Not passing the embedded audio ..........238 Analog input audio control menu not showing up ......239 Alarms ....................240 Major and Minor Alarms are on ...........240 Softkey Installation ................242 Can’t activate softkeys ..............242 Flash Memory ..................244 Flash memory is locked ..............244 Upgrading Firmware ................247 Software can’t upload ..............247...
Page 12 Upgrading Module Firmware .............. 304 Upgrading the Firmware .............. 304 Configuring SNMP Support ..............311 Configuring Third-Party SNMP Software Control ...... 315 Monitoring and Control Using Leitch MIBs ........317 Appendix E: Alarms Overview ..................... 321 Configure Alarms Options ..............322 Alarms List ..................
Page 13 Contents Index Keywords .....................355 X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 14 Contents X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 15: Preface
Preface Manual Information Purpose This manual details the features, installation procedures, operational procedures, and specifications of the X75HD/X75SD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers. Audience This manual is written for engineers, technicians, and operators responsible for the installation, setup, and/or operation of the X75HD/ X75SD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers.
Page 16: Writing Conventions
Indicates important information that helps to avoid and Note troubleshoot problems Obtaining Leitch Documents Leitch documents can be viewed or downloaded from the Leitch Web site at (go to Support>Documentation). www.leitch.com Alternatively, contact your Leitch customer service representative to request a document.
Page 17: Unpacking/Shipping Information
5. Remove all packaging material from the product and its associated components before you install the unit. Keep at least one set of original Leitch packaging, in the event that you need to return a product for servicing. If the original packaging is not...
Page 18: Safety Terms And Symbols
Preface Safety Terms and Symbols Terms and Symbols Used in this Manual WARNING statements and icons identify conditions or practices that can result in personal injury or loss of life. High voltage is present. Uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure may be sufficient to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Page 19: Section I-Startup
Section I—Startup This section contains the following topics: • “Chapter 1: Introduction” on page 3 • “Chapter 2: Applications” on page 35 • “Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions” on page 51 • “Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections” on page 67 •...
Page 21: Overview
Chapter 1 Introduction Overview Leitch Technology’s X75™HD/SD models are standard and high-definition utility synchronizers and converters that combine video and audio processing capabilities with the ability to upconvert, downconvert, and crossconvert from most common input and output video formats. X75HD/X75SD models are available in HD-SDI, SD-SDI, and DPS-575-compatible versions in both simultaneous or single-channel configurations.
Page 22: General Description
Chapter 1: Introduction General Description Offering unparalleled flexibility, the X75HD/X75SD provides up to Note nine video inputs and ten video output formats, depending upon the following available options: “Product Packages” on page 12 for more specific • One HDTV optical fiber serial component digital video input and information on what each output X75HD/X75SD system package...
Page 23 Chapter 1: Introduction Audio Processing Processing for audio includes level control, analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion, and SD-SDI and HD-SDI serial digital signal embedding and de-embedding. Other capabilities include the following: • Sample rate conversions, synchronization, and timing-to-video for correction of lip sync errors •...
Page 24: Main Features
• Analog-to-digital conversion X75OPT-HDDUOCON software key option. Contact • Digital-to-analog conversion your Leitch sales representative • Proc amps for analog, SDTV and HDTV to enable this option. • Video test generation • Optional video noise reduction and enhancement •...
Page 25 Chapter 1: Introduction Input/Outputs • Auto-detected inputs • Two SD-SDI and two HD-SDI inputs • Color black, tri-level sync and DARS reference inputs • Optional NTSC/PAL-M/PAL-B/SECAM input with CAV and S-video inputs • Ability to provide many outputs, including composite, component, SD-SDI, HD-SDI, HDTV fiber, DVI-D, and S-video •...
Page 26 Chapter 1: Introduction Summary of Benefits Among the many benefits provided by the X75HD/X75SD, a major advantage is a reduction in the amount of equipment needed to perform everything that the X75HD/X75SD can do in just one 1RU. In a single system, the X75HD/X75SD combines HDTV frame synchronization along with up/down and cross/down conversion.
Page 27: Front And Rear Panels
Ctrl • SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) and third-party button are not accessible control software offered through Leitch CCS Protocol remotely via a DPS-575 unit. In these cases, the affected Blank front panels provide LEDs for alarm and status monitoring,...
Page 28 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-2. Front View of X75HD/X75SD with Local Control Panel X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 29 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-3. Rear View of X75HD/X75SD With All Available Options X75SD/X75HD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 30: Product Packages
Chapter 1: Introduction Product Packages X75HD/X75SD models are available in a wide range of product packages, and with a large number of options for modules, connectors, cables, software, and documentation. All of the frames described in the next pages are capable of single-channel up, down, and cross conversion.
Page 31 Chapter 1: Introduction Table 1-1. X75HD/X75SD Single-Channel Module and System Packages (Continued) Product Code Description Major Features • Same features as the X75HD (including local X75HD-AV 1RU up/down/cross converter and control panel) synchronizer (video and audio), with local control panel •...
Page 32 Chapter 1: Introduction Table 1-1. X75HD/X75SD Single-Channel Module and System Packages (Continued) Product Code Description Major Features • Same features as the X75HD, excluding the X75HD-LCAV-2PS 1RU up/down/cross converter and local control panel synchronizer (video and audio), with blank front panel and redundant •...
Page 33 Chapter 1: Introduction Table 1-1. X75HD/X75SD Single-Channel Module and System Packages (Continued) Product Code Description Major Features • Same features as the X75SD, including local X75SD-AV-2PS 1RU digital synchronizer, (video control panel and audio), local control panel, and redundant power supply •...
Page 34 Chapter 1: Introduction Table 1-1. X75HD/X75SD Single-Channel Module and System Packages (Continued) Product Code Description Major Features • Same as X75-DPS-575 X75-DPS-575AV 1RU digital synchronizer, with PQM video submodule, 8-channel • Includes X75OPTPT-AS-8 internal 8-channel digital audio synchronization, and digital audio synchronizer module for local control panel separate/embedded audio •...
Page 35: Options
Chapter 1: Introduction Options Table 1-2 describes the various options available for X75HD/X75SD systems. Some can be installed in the factory at the time of purchase, while other options and upgrades can be ordered and installed at a later time. The X75OPT-HDDUOCON software key option (see page 21) is required for simultaneous up, down, and cross conversion.
Page 36 Chapter 1: Introduction Table 1-2. X75HD/X75SD System Options(Continued) Product Code Description Major Features X75OPT-AS-16 16-channel audio synchronizer with Mounts inside any X75HD/X75SD system, 4-channel analog / 5 AES / 4 groups and includes the following: of SD and HD de-embedding and •...
Page 37 Chapter 1: Introduction Table 1-2. X75HD/X75SD System Options(Continued) Product Code Description Major Features X75OPT-STR Optional video and audio streaming Streaming submodule, field-upgradable for Ethernet monitoring (SDTV and down-converted HDTV) X75-RCP Remote control panel for Can control DPS-475/575 X75HD/X75SD Cable Options X75OPTCAB-MULTI Cable set for multi input/output 1 ft (30 cm) multi I/O breakout cable with the...
Page 38 Chapter 1: Introduction Table 1-2. X75HD/X75SD System Options(Continued) Product Code Description Major Features X75OPTCAB-16-C 2 cable sets for 16-channel audio 2 X 1 ft (30 cm) breakout cables with the synchronizer, with unbalanced coax following connector types: AES connectors • DB26(M) to 5 x BNC(F) •...
Page 39 Chapter 1: Introduction Table 1-2. X75HD/X75SD System Options(Continued) Product Code Description Major Features Software Upgrades X75OPT-ASL Audio limiter for X75OPT-AS-16 or Field-upgradable software key X75OPT-AS-8 digital audio synchronizers X75OPT-HDDUOCON Software key, required for Field-upgradable software key simultaneous up, down, or cross conversions.
Page 40 The CD also includes the Control Parameter List HTML document that contains specific descriptions about available menus, submenus, parameters, or options. All documentation is also available for download from the Leitch Web site at www.leitch.com. X75MANUAL-RCP Control Panels for X75HD/X75SD See above.
Page 41: Typical Control Configurations
CCS™ (Command and Control System) applications such as Pilot or Navigator (see the CCS application online help for details) • SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) and third-party Note control software through Leitch CCS Protocol (see“Configuring Third-Party SNMP Software Control” on page 315 for details) The maximum recommended All remote methods of operation involve Ethernet connections.
Page 42 Microsoft Internet Explorer CCS application SNMP Third-party Web browser control software Remote PC-based software control and monitoring options X75-RCP Remote control hardware panel DPS-575 Existing Leitch product Figure 1-4. Typical Configuration, Control, and Monitoring Methods X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 43: Overview Of Operating Modes
Chapter 1: Introduction Overview of Operating Modes Video Functional Block Diagram Fully loaded X75HD/X75SD frames are the aggregate of discrete modular solutions as indicated in Figure 1-5. The X75HD/X75SD contains four independent video frame synchronizers (each with its own video processing capabilities) and support for multiple processing functions including up/cross/down conversion, test signal generation, noise reduction, and aspect ratio conversion.
Page 44: Default (Auto Detect) Vs. Video Routing And Simulcast Modes
Chapter 1: Introduction The controls for those processing blocks are located in the submenu located at Video Setup>Processing, and will appear automatically as the respective hardware and software options are installed. Default (Auto Detect) vs. Video Routing and Simulcast Modes There are two main operational modes for defining the input video: M-Path (multiple-path) processing, and Simulcast processing.
Page 45: X75Opt-Hdduocon Option
Chapter 1: Introduction X75OPT-HDDUOCON Option An X75 provides up, down, or crossconversion. With the addition of the HDDUOCON option, simultaneous up and down, or cross and down conversions are possible. Table 1-3. “DUOCON” Conversion Capability With Without Conversion X75OPT-HDDUOCON X75OPT-HDDUOCON Upconversion and downconversion Upconversion and crossconversion Downconversion and crossconversion...
Page 46 Chapter 1: Introduction • SD—Selects the demuxed audio from SDI input for processing • DV—Selects the DV input audio for processing (future release) • HD—Selects the demuxed audio from HD-SDI input for processing • Dolby Dec—Selects the internally decoded Dolby audio signals for processing For complex audio processing applications, you can also manually Note...
Page 47 Chapter 1: Introduction Video CBVS SVID Synchronizer, upconverter CBVS SVID Synchronizer, downconverter RGB/S The X75OPT-HDDUCON module is required for this application. Audio Synchronizer Figure 1-7. M-Path (Dual Source Video and Audio) Processing Audio Processing Depending upon your unit’s options, the X75HD/X75SD can process up to 16 or 8 channels (8 or 4 stereo channels) of audio simultaneously with video.
Page 48 Chapter 1: Introduction Audio inputs are processed as a If the input is compressed audio, the Processing includes input gain, pair or summed at this point SRC is bypassed and all processing invert, synchronization with video is turned off with the exception of and delay Audio inputs are selected Output pairs can be swapped...
Page 49 Chapter 1: Introduction Audio inputs are processed as a If the input is compressed audio, the Processing includes input gain, pair or summed at this point SRC is bypassed and all processing invert, synchronization with video is turned off with the exception of and delay Audio inputs are selected Output pairs can be swapped...
Page 50: Simulcast Operation
Chapter 1: Introduction Simulcast Operation General Description Using the Simulcast mode, you can quickly switch between the two input sources (Input A, and Input B) out of the many possible inputs. Select the video sources to both Input A and Input B via the following path: Video Setup>Routing Setup>Simulcast.
Page 51 Chapter 1: Introduction Switcher Application As a switcher, the X75HD switches between two SDTV inputs with clean outputs and voice-over (see Figure 1-11). X75SD Video Synchronizer, up/down/cross converter Audio Synchronizer Figure 1-11. Simulcast Switcher Application X75SD/X75HD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 52 Chapter 1: Introduction X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 53: Overview
Chapter 2 Applications Overview X75HD and X75SD units function in many different ways, taking on a wide variety of roles. This chapter includes some common applications that may apply in your facility: • “Input Video Processing” on page 36 • “Output Video Processing”...
Page 54: Chapter 2: Applications
Chapter 2: Applications Input Video Processing This section includes the following common input video processing applications: • Table 2-1: "Input Video Processing for Mobile or Outside Broadcast Vehicles" on page 37 • Table 2-2: "Critical Input Video Processing for Satellite/Microwave Reception" on page 38 •...
Page 55 Chapter 2: Applications Table 2-1. Input Video Processing for Mobile or Outside Broadcast Vehicles Description Products The X75HD auto-detects a composite, SD-SDI or HD-SDI input and X75HD with these options: then sends it through the video processing engine to provide multiple •...
Page 56 Chapter 2: Applications Table 2-2. Critical Input Video Processing for Satellite/Microwave Reception Description Products The X75HD auto-detects and then switches HD-SDI main and backup X75HD-AV with X75OPT-A3D receivers (with an SDTV backup receiver) through the video processing analog video input option engine to provide multiple types of outputs.
Page 57 Chapter 2: Applications Table 2-2. Critical Input Video Processing for Satellite/Microwave Reception Additional Factory Default Settings AA Out1 Audio Setup>Routing>Output>SRC1a AA Out2 Audio Setup>Routing>Output>SRC1b AES1 OutA Audio Setup>Routing>Output>SRC1a AES1 OutB Audio Setup>Routing>Output>SRC1b SD 1/HD1 OutA Audio Setup>Routing>Output>SRC1a SD 1/HD1 OutB Audio Setup>Routing>Output>SRC1b X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 58 Chapter 2: Applications Table 2-3. Input Video Processing for News Production Description Products The X75HD selects and accepts inputs from various composite, X75HD-AV with X75OPT-A3D SD-SDI or HD-SDI tape machines, and then sends the signal through analog video input option the video processing engine to provide multiple types of outputs.
Page 59 Chapter 2: Applications Table 2-4. Ingest Input Video Processing with Audio Decompressing and Processing Description Products The X75HD processes HD-SDI signals with embedded compressed X75HD and audio decompressor audio using an external audio decompressor. (for example, Dolby™ Digital AC-3™, or E™). The system will also de-embed an embedded compressed audio stream and provide it as an AES stream into the audio decompressor.
Page 60 Chapter 2: Applications Table 2-5. Ingest Input Video Processing with Internal Audio Decompression and Processing Description Products HD-SDI video with embedded compressed audio is processed using the X75HD with optional Dolby-X75 X75HD with the optional internal audio decompressor. internal audio decompressor The embedded compressed audio stream is de-embedded and provided as an AES stream into the internal audio decompressor.
Page 61: Output Video Processing
Chapter 2: Applications Output Video Processing Table 2-6 describes a sample output video processing application commonly used with audio compression and processing. Table 2-6. Output Video Processing with Audio Compression and Processing Description Products The X75HD synchronizes and processes HDTV and AES signals. X75HD-AV with an external audio Using an external audio compressor, the four AES signals get compressor (for example, DOLBY™...
Page 62: Input Video And Audio Processing
Chapter 2: Applications Input Video and Audio Processing Tables describe common input video and audio processing applications. Table 2-7. Input Video, Embedded Audio, and Compressed Audio Processing with External Audio Compression and Decompression Description Products The X75HD processes HD-SDI video with embedded audio and X75HD-AV and external audio embedded compressed audio using an external audio decompressor compressor and decompressor (for...
Page 63 Chapter 2: Applications Table 2-8. Input Video, Embedded Audio, and Compressed Audio Processing with External Audio Compression and Internal Audio Decompression Description Products HD-SDI video with embedded audio and embedded compressed X75HD-AV, Dolby-X75 internal audio audio is processed using the X75HD, an internal audio decompressor, and external audio decompressor, and an external audio compressor.
Page 64 Chapter 2: Applications Table 2-8. Input Video, Embedded Audio, and Compressed Audio Processing with External Audio Compression and Internal Audio Decompression (Continued) Dolby Input Select Audio Setup>Routing>Input>HDX1/2 (Assuming the compressed audio is in Group 1: channels 1 and 2) SRC1 Input Select Audio Setup>Routing>Input>Dolby1/2 SRC2 Input Select Audio Setup>Routing>Input>Dolby3/4...
Page 65: Video And Audio Converting
Chapter 2: Applications Video and Audio Converting Table 2-9 describes a common video and audio converting application, Note using a wrap-around for tape transports. (The X75OPT-HDDUOCON software key option is required for this application.) Many input and output choices are possible. This example is based on SD 1+AES1 inputs for up-conversion and CVBS+AA (analog audio) outputs for...
Page 66 Chapter 2: Applications Table 2-9. Wrap-Around for Tape Transports Required Settings Navigation Path I/P Video Mode Video Setup>Routing Setup>M-Path (User) HD Out Sel Video Setup>Routing Setup>Video M-Path>SD 1 Analog Out Sel Video Setup>Routing Setup>Video M-Path>HD 1 SRC1 Input Select Audio Setup>Routing>Input>AES1a/1b SRC2 Input Select Audio Setup>Routing>Input>AES1a/1b SRC3 Input Select...
Page 67: Bridging Router Switchers
Chapter 2: Applications Bridging Router Switchers Table 2-10 describes a common application for bridging router Note switchers. To configure the X75HD for this application, use the parameter settings shown for “Wrap-Around for Tape Transports” on The X75OPT-HDDUOCON page software key option is required for this application.
Page 68: Simulcast Switching
Chapter 2: Applications Simulcast Switching Table 2-11 describes a common application for simulcast switching of SDTV and HDTV signals. Table 2-11. Simulcast Switching of Standard and High Definition Signals Description Products You can configure the X75HD to do an A/B switch using any two X75HD-AV inputs;...
Page 69: Overview
Chapter 3 Module and Back Panel Descriptions Overview This chapter briefly describes the X75HD/X75SD modules and their corresponding back panels, including card-edge LEDs and controls, jumper settings, and connector information. The following topics are included: • “X75OPT-AS-16/X75OPT-AS-8 Modules and Back Panels” on page 52 •...
Page 70: Chapter 3: Module And Back Panel Descriptions
Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions X75OPT-AS-16/X75OPT-AS-8 Modules and Back Panels General Description The X75OPT-AS-16/8 audio modules and associated back panels provide two/five AES inputs and outputs, one DARS input, a four-channel analog audio input, and a four-channel analog audio output.
Page 71: Required Jumper Settings And Local Configuration
Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions Required Jumper Settings and Local Configuration Setting Jumpers To configure the impedances of analog audio inputs and outputs, you must set specific jumpers. Jumpers 1 through 12 are located at the rear of the module. Figure 3-2 on page 54 shows the location of the jumpers.
Page 72 Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions J4/12 J3/11 J2/10 J1/9 4 3 2 1 4 3 2 1 4 3 2 1 4 3 2 1 Jumpers for Jumpers for outputs 4, 3, 2, 1 inputs 4, 3, 2, 1 Figure 3-2.
Page 73 Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions Installing Audio Receptacles To make analog audio input and output connections, you need to properly connect stripped wires for each audio channel to the provided audio receptacle. Once done, install the wired receptacle to the back panel audio input and output connectors.
Page 74: Special Control Considerations
Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions Special Control Considerations For the AES input signals on DB-26 and DB-44 connectors, you can select either an Unbalanced or Balanced input from the Audio Setup submenu (accessed from the Main menu). For coaxial connections, select the default setting Unbalanced.
Page 75 Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions Table 3-2. Audio Limiter Options Option Description • Sets the threshold level for the input audio signal, measured in dB (decibels), Soft Limit Level where the audio signal limiter's attack and decaying function will be based •...
Page 76: X75Opt-A3D
Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions X75OPT-A3D Module and Back Panel General Description The optional X75OPT-A3D analog video input module and associated back panel provide selectable analog composite, component Betacam (CAV), and S-video inputs (see Figure 3-5). The composite input is processed through a high-performance industry- leading 3D adaptive comb filter.
Page 77: Special Control Considerations
Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions Special Control Considerations Unlike SD-SDI inputs, only a single analog video source can be auto-detected. Therefore, you must pre-select the desired analog input video source (composite, S-video, or CAV) in order for the auto-detection to work across the HD-SDI/SD-SDI/analog inputs.
Page 78: X75Opt-Pqm Module And Back Panel
Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions X75OPT-PQM Module and Back Panel General Description The optional X75OPT-PQM module and associated back panel provide selectable analog composite, component Betacam (CAV), and S-video inputs (see Figure 3-6). This module is an economical alternative to the X75OPT-A3D option.
Page 79: Special Control Considerations
Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions Special Control Considerations Unlike SD-SDI inputs, only a single analog video source can be auto-detected. Therefore, you must pre-select the desired analog input video source (composite, S-video, or CAV) in order for the auto-detection to work across the HD-SDI/SD-SDI/analog inputs.
Page 80 Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions X75 with X75OPT-PQM SDI (quality is diminished due to how new PQM decoder PQM color separates luma and chroma into digital domain ) color NTSC decoder encoder NTSC (quality is improved for back -to-back PQM decoder and encoder and is not dependent on output timing or picture position ) New PQM algorithm Figure 3-8.
Page 81: X75Hd Module And Back Panel
Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions X75HD Module and Back Panel General Description The X75HD (or X75OPT-HDUPG) module and associated back panel provides two HDTV coaxial inputs, two HDTV coaxial outputs, one HDTV fiber input, and one HDTV fiber output. This module provides and processes on-board up/down/cross-conversions.
Page 82: Special Control Considerations
Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions Precautions The HD-X75 fiber optic module is a CLASS 1 laser product. Caution Avoid looking directly at a laser. Laser radiation is invisible and can USE OF CONTROLS OR cause serious eye damage. ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF !DANGER!
Page 83: X75Opt-Str Module And Back Panel
Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions X75OPT-STR Module and Back Panel General Description X75HD/X75SD units provide the following two types of streaming: Note • A small “thumbnail” 128 x 96 pixel feed, which is available from The streaming module requires the Ctrl/Strm port on all X75 frames (see page 138 for details)
Page 84: Minimum Requirements
Chapter 3: Module and Back Panel Descriptions Minimum Requirements The PC that monitors the X75HD/X75SD’s streaming video using QuickTime should have the following minimum specifications when the lowest bit rate is used (200 KBps): • Pentium 3 processor (16 MHz) •...
Page 85: Overview
Chapter 4 System Installation and Connections Overview This chapter contains the following information: • “Checking the Packing List” on page 68 • “Preparing for Installation” on page 70 • “Installing Rack Support Brackets and Cable Relief Bar” on page 72 •...
Page 86: Chapter 4: System Installation And Connections
Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections Checking the Packing List Before unpacking your product, read the “Unpacking/Shipping Information” on page Standard Items The following items are included with every X75HD/X75SD system: • One X75HD/X75SD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers •...
Page 87 Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections • X75OPT-STR streaming module • X75-RCP remote control panel • X75OPTCAB-MULTI breakout cable • X75OPTCAB-16-C breakout cable set • X75OPTCAB-16-X breakout cable set • X75OPTCAB-16-XC combination BNC/XLR audio breakout cable • X75OPTCAB-8-C breakout cable •...
Page 88: Preparing For Installation
Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections Preparing for Installation Prior to installing your system, ensure that certain environmental and electrical conditions are met. Meeting Electrical Requirements The X75HD/X75SD power supply has a universal input of 100-240 VAC at 47 to 63 Hz (nominal). There is no voltage selector switch. Ensure that a proper power supply source is available prior to operating your system.
Page 89 Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections After unpacking the unit, and before installing into a console or rack, allow at least 30 minutes for temperatures to equalize and to eliminate any condensation that may have developed. The X75 requires an ambient temperature of between 41°...
Page 90: Installing Rack Support Brackets And Cable Relief Bar
Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections Installing Rack Support Brackets and Cable Relief Bar Although the front-mounting ears provide the main support for the X75 within a rack, you must install additional brackets and a cable relief bar at the rear of the unit to support the weight of cabling and frame stacking.
Page 91 Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections Installing short rack support bracket Remove this screw from the frame, place the short bracket over the hole, and then secure the bracket to the frame with the screw. Figure 4-2. Location of Short Bracket Support Screw 3.
Page 92 Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections 4. Using the screws that are provided, attach the ends of the rack support brackets to the rear of the rack. Ensure that the holes on the rack support brackets face outward, away from the frame. (See Figure 4-4.) Long rack support bracket...
Page 93: Making Cable And System Connections
Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections Making Cable and System Connections Some connections to the X75HD/X75SD are provided via supplied breakout cable(s), while others are made directly to the frame via single-link cabling. Figure 4-6 identifies the various connectors on the X75HD/X75SD back panel: Figure 4-6.
Page 94: Multi-Purpose Breakout Cable And Connections
Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections Multi-Purpose Breakout Cable and Connections The optional X75OPTCAB-MULTI breakout cable connects to the high-density DB-26M connector on the back of the unit labelled Multi I/O. Input connections include GPI 1 and GPI 2. The cable provides the following output connections: •...
Page 95 Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections To trigger external devices, use the two RCA-jack GPI outputs provided on the Multi I/O breakout cable. Configure the functionality of this output by navigating to System Config>Setup>GPO Output. SD Audio Delay Output This BNC connector provides the varying width TTL pulse that is directly proportional to input-to-output propagation delay of the selected SDTV signal path.
Page 96: Video Connections
Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections Video Connections The following are direct single-link video connections (not via breakout cables) visible on the rear of the X75HD/X75SD. Digital Video Input This six-pin IEEE-1394 connector, labelled DV, is reserved for future use. Serial Digital Input These BNC connectors, labelled SDI In 1 and SDI In 2, accept serial digital ITU-R BT.601 video and embedded audio data at a rate of...
Page 97 Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections • Loop-thru disconnects the internal terminations, connects the loop-through path and feeds the looped signal to the genlock subsystem • Split-525 disconnects the loop-through path and connects the terminations to both ports (the genlock source becomes the 525 Genlock BNC connector) •...
Page 98 Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections DVI Output This connector, labelled DVI-Out, is a digital-only transmitter that provides up to 330 MHz bandwidth signal and supports 1080i/59.94, 1080i/50, and 720p/59.94, and 720p/50 outputs. From this output, connect the optional X75OPTCAB-DVI DVI-D to DVI-D (digital, single-link) cable to your DVI monitor.
Page 99: Audio Connections
Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections Audio Connections On X75HD/X75SD systems equipped with an HDTV audio option, up to eight stereo channels can be processed from any of the following inputs: • 4 analog mono channels • 2 or 5 x AES •...
Page 100: Remote Control Ports
Web browser program such as Internet Explorer™ or Netscape™ • SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) and third-party control software through Leitch CCS Protocol • GPI (General Purpose Interface) input/output used for remote triggering of functions such as Freeze or triggering of external...
Page 101 Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections A second port, labelled Streaming, is activated when the optional X75OPT-STR module is installed. For more details, see “X75OPT-STR Module and Back Panel” on page X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 102 Chapter 4: System Installation and Connections X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 103: Overview
Chapter 5 Initial Configuration Overview This chapter describes the various configurations and settings that are required before you begin operating the X75HD/X75SD. Although you can modify all parameters and settings at any point during operation, there are certain control options and configurations that you need to set first, including those listed below: •...
Page 104: Initial Power-Up And Control Steps
• Machine name: Leitch X75 panel VFD screen. If you do not (Upon request, Leitch can preconfigure X75HD/X75SD systems have access to a control panel, with specific IP addresses and network settings. Please contact your and cannot remember the set IP Leitch customer service representative for more details.)
Page 105 Chapter 5: Initial Configuration 8. Configure your video (and audio) input settings prior to operation (see “Configuring Video” on page 105 “Configuring Audio” on page 107 for details). X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 106: Configuring Network Settings
PC) does not require any IP configuration. Supported Network Protocols The X75HD/X75SD supports the following network protocols for remote/network control: • Leitch CCS Protocol (for example, using an X75-RCP remote control panel). “Remotely Controlling X75HD/X75SD Systems” on page 95 for details. •...
Page 107: Setting Ip And Subnet Mask Addresses
Chapter 5: Initial Configuration Setting IP and Subnet Mask Addresses To allow devices to communicate on a network, you need to set all devices to the same subnet (network location). When shipped, X75HD/X75SD units are configured with the same default IP (device identifier) and subnet addresses.
Page 108 Chapter 5: Initial Configuration 5. Scroll to the Subnet Mask parameter, and then press Enter. If this is a new unit being configured, the default subnet mask displays. Otherwise, the current subnet displays. 6. Repeat the procedure described in step 4, this time for the subnet mask.
Page 109 Chapter 5: Initial Configuration 6. Connect all X75HD/X75SD systems and remote panels to a network hub or switch using a 10/100Base-T Ethernet cable. 7. Ensure that all configured X75HD/X75SD units are detected on the Note network. If configured to be on the same To do this, press Remote on the front panel of either an RCP or a network, the following items frame-mounted local control panel.
Page 110: Changing The Pc Network Settings
Chapter 5: Initial Configuration Changing the PC Network Settings In unusual situations, such as correcting a failed software upgrade, you may need to change your PC network settings. Follow these steps to change the settings: 1. Change the IP Address of the PC to match that of the Note X75HD/X75SD, by following theses steps: You will probably require...
Page 111 Chapter 5: Initial Configuration Select Use the following IP address, and in the IP address box, type a new computer IP Address to match the first three octets of the IP Address of the X75HD/X75SD, and then add a different fourth octet. (For example, if the X75’s IP Address is 192.168.100.50, you could type 192.168.100.181).
Page 112 Chapter 5: Initial Configuration c. Write down the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway numbers of your PC. d. Compare the network numbers of the X75HD/X75SD, with the Note numbers found in step 2c. Where more than one network is In general, the two Subnet Mask and Default Gateway numbers involved and the Point-to-Point should be identical.
Page 113: Remotely Controlling X75Hd/X75Sd Systems
Chapter 5: Initial Configuration Remotely Controlling X75HD/X75SD Systems This section provides the following general configuration procedures: • “Preparing for Remote Control via Control Panel” (below) • “Selecting a Remote Unit to Control” on page 96 See your Control Panels for X75 Systems Installation and Operation Manual for more information about using an X75-RCP remote control panel.
Page 114: Selecting A Remote Unit To Control
Chapter 5: Initial Configuration Selecting a Remote Unit to Control You can remotely control all X75HD/X75SD systems that share the Note same subnet, using an X75-RCP panel or a frame-mounted local control panel. Both examples of remote control are described in the sections If the network settings are not that follow.
Page 115 Chapter 5: Initial Configuration 4. Wait a few moments. The menu of the selected X75HD/X75SD unit appears along with all of that unit’s settings. 5. Operate the selected unit as required. Note Once a unit is selected for remote control, all front panel features The light on the Remote button operate as if you were actually at the front panel of the selected flashes while the unit is...
Page 116: Configuring For Http Control Via Web Browser
HTML 4.0 (and later). • Although most standard Web browsers can be used with the X75HD/X75SD for HTTP control, the following browsers have been tested and approved by Leitch: Microsoft® Internet Explorer 6.0, Netscape® Navigator™ 7.2, and Mozilla® Firefox™ 1.0. Procedure To select a unit for control, follow these steps: 1.
Page 117: Configuring For Ccs Software Control
Chapter 5: Initial Configuration Configuring for CCS Software Control The Windows-based CCS software applications, such as Pilot and Navigator, provide control of the X75HD/X75SD via a Windows-based PC and enables you to accomplish these tasks: • Discover remote CCS devices dynamically on your CCS network without knowing their IP addresses •...
Page 118: Configuring For Snmp And Third-Party Software Control
SNMP is an industry-standard protocol that allows other (non-Leitch) control software to remotely monitor and control X75HD/X75SD units. Leitch provides a MIB file that you can download off the Leitch Web site for this purpose. The file defines the parameters of the X75HD/X75SD, and is required for third-party software control.
Page 119: Processing Modes
Chapter 5: Initial Configuration Processing Modes General Information Video M-Path configuration is performed on the following groups of Note video outputs: If you are missing certain option • Analog (includes five analog output types: composite, CAV modules, the corresponding (Y, B-Y, R-Y), S-video, RGB, Aux-composite) outputs will not be available.
Page 120: Input Video Modes
Chapter 5: Initial Configuration Input Video Modes The Input Video Mode for manual configuration is M-Path (User). In Note this mode you assign input sources to each output group. However, if you set the Input Video Mode to Auto Detect, the X75HD/X75SD If you make manual changes to system will automatically detect the incoming input signal(s) and then the input/output paths, Auto...
Page 121: Configuration Exceptions And Further Information
Chapter 5: Initial Configuration Configuration Exceptions and Further Information There are a few exceptions to the input source/output group mapping process described in the previous sections, including the following: • “Mutually Exclusive Inputs” • “AllOutSelect Limitations” • “SD-ARC Limitation” • “Strobe or Film Mode and Closed Captioning”...
Page 122 Chapter 5: Initial Configuration SD-ARC Limitation When SD-ARC selects one of the standard definition inputs, it uses the data path from the main board to the HD board for SD aspect ratio conversion. The same data path is also used for the up-conversion. Due to this limitation, when the HD-output selects any one of the standard definition inputs, the software also changes the SD-ARC source selection.
Page 123: Configuring Video
Chapter 5: Initial Configuration Configuring Video Selecting a Video Source X75HD/X75SD units are shipped with Auto Detect video mode as the Note factory default setting. This mode sets the X75HD/X75SD to automatically detect composite, S-video, CAV, SD-SDI 1, SD-SDI 2, If you press the Video In button future-use DV, HD-SDI Fiber, HD-SDI 1, and/or HD-SDI 2 inputs.
Page 124: Adjusting Video Levels
Chapter 5: Initial Configuration Using the Video Switch Delay parameter in the Video Setup>Routing Setup>Auto Detect Setup menu, you can enter the delay value in seconds to prevent inadvertent switching of the input video sources. Figure 5-5 graphically illustrates a single-source signal process, where one selected video input is fed to all outputs.
Page 125: Configuring Audio
Chapter 5: Initial Configuration Configuring Audio This section briefly describes how to select a single audio source and how to quickly adjust audio levels. For more information about audio configuration, see “Audio Configuration” on page 151. For more information on using a local or remote control panel, see “Operation via Front Panel Controls”...
Page 126: Configuring The Gpi
Chapter 5: Initial Configuration Configuring the GPI The GPI inputs are internally pulled HIGH. External contact closure to ground will trigger the assigned function set by the user. In the System Config>Setup menu, the two GPI-1 Function and GPI-2 Function parameters allow the selection of pre-defined or user assigned GPI functions: •...
Page 127: Configuring An X75Opt-A3D-1 Module
Follow these steps to configure the X75OPT-A3D-1 module: 1. Turn the X75 power on while simultaneously holding the SHIFT + CTRL buttons. 2. When the Leitch logo appears on the display screen, release the buttons. The factory calibration mode is now enabled.
Page 128: Launching Quicktime Player For Streaming Video
Chapter 5: Initial Configuration Launching QuickTime Player for Streaming Video Using the X75OPT-STR streaming option, you can play streaming video in a Graphical Navigation window of CCS Navigator. You can also view the streaming video separately, without CCS Navigator. In either case, you must have QuickTime Player version 7.0 or later installed on your PC.
Page 129 Chapter 5: Initial Configuration 8. Click OK to close the Action Properties dialog box, and then close the Object Properties window. When you enter Control mode, the new button will open a QuickTime Player and play streaming video from the X75HD/X75SD.
Page 130 Chapter 5: Initial Configuration X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 131 Section II—Operation This section contains the following topics: • “Operation via Front Panel Controls” on page 115 • “Web Server Software Control” on page 129 • “Video Configuration” on page 143 • “Audio Configuration” on page 151 • “Special Function Buttons” on page 163...
Page 133: Overview
“Control Mode Status LEDs” on page 127 This chapter does not give specific descriptions about available menus, submenus, parameters, or options. See the X75HD Control Options html file available from the Leitch Web site at www.leitch.com or on the accompanying X75HD/X75SD CD.
Page 134: Chapter 6: Operation Via Front Panel Controls
Chapter 6: Operation via Front Panel Controls Front Panel Description The front panel (Figure 6-1) is divided into several areas for control and monitoring, including the following: • VFD screen for viewing menu options, selections, feedback, and device information Changes to the display intensity and screen saver functionality can be made within the Setup submenu (press the Option button) in order to prolong the life of the VFD •...
Page 135: Using The Control Knob And Menu Control Buttons
Chapter 6: Operation via Front Panel Controls Using the Control Knob and Menu Control Buttons All menus and device settings for the X75HD/X75SD can be selected and configured by using the control knob and menu control buttons. Figure 6-2 shows the location of the control knob and various menu control buttons on the device.
Page 136: Using Multi-Function Buttons
Chapter 6: Operation via Front Panel Controls Using Multi-Function Buttons Many of the buttons on the X75HD/X75SD control panel are multi-functional, and can have up to three functions assigned to them. To select a certain function from a multi-function button, perform one of the following steps: •...
Page 137 Chapter 6: Operation via Front Panel Controls Procedure To navigate through the menus of an active X75HD/X75SD system, follow these steps: 1. With the X75HD/X75SD Main menu displayed, rotate the control knob to scroll through the menu items. 2. Press Enter to open a selected submenu. 3.
Page 138: Changing Parameters
Chapter 6: Operation via Front Panel Controls Changing Parameters Once you have selected an option from a particular menu or submenu, use the control knob on the front panel to set the new value for the parameter by following the methods described below. Alternatively, you can use the X75-RCP to remotely control the X75HD/X75SD.
Page 139 Chapter 6: Operation via Front Panel Controls Setting a Numeric Value For parameters that have a numerical range of values, the VFD panel shows both a numeric and a visual representation of the range. Figure 6-3 shows this representation. Numerical representation of parameter value Visual representation of parameter value...
Page 140: Getting Visual Feedback: Status And Alarm Leds
Chapter 6: Operation via Front Panel Controls Getting Visual Feedback: Status and Alarm LEDs The status and alarm LEDs provide visual feedback on the current mode and operating conditions of the unit. These LEDs are located together in the center of the panels, as shown in Figure 6-4.
Page 141: Edh Status Led
Chapter 6: Operation via Front Panel Controls EDH Status LED The EDH LED indicates the current configuration and status of Error Detection Handling (EDH) in the input standard serial digital video stream. The EDH LED receives both SD-SDI 1 and HD-SDI 2 inputs for status reporting.
Page 142: Autotrack Status Led
Chapter 6: Operation via Front Panel Controls Autotrack Status LED The Autotrack LED indicates whether or not the audio Auto Track mode is enabled. You can independently set each audio synchronizer to track the selected output video channel to auto compensate the propagation delay introduced in the processed video path.
Page 143: Major And Minor Alarm Leds
Chapter 6: Operation via Front Panel Controls Major and Minor Alarm LEDs The Major and Minor Alarm LEDs are activated from the enabled list of alarms found in the selected frame’s parameters. Local and remote control panels only detect alarms that are activated on X75HD/X75SD models that are currently being accessed.
Page 144: Video Input Leds
Chapter 6: Operation via Front Panel Controls Video Input LEDs Directly press the Video In button to select a video source manually and to send out to all outputs. The LEDs to the left side of this button indicate which input is currently selected. The M-Path selection allows any output group to be assigned with the video input sources.
Page 145: Control Mode Status Leds
Chapter 6: Operation via Front Panel Controls Control Mode Status LEDs The Audio, Video, and DV LEDs indicate the current focus of control. • The Audio LED lights when an audio parameter adjustment is made. • The Video LED lights when a video parameter adjustment is made. •...
Page 146 Chapter 6: Operation via Front Panel Controls X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 147: Chapter 7: Web Server Software Control
Chapter 7 Web Server Software Control Overview Once the networking parameters of the X75HD/X75SD have been Note configured appropriately, and it is connected to the Ethernet network, you can control the unit through standard Web browsing software (for Web browsers do not example, Microsoft®...
Page 148: Launching The Web Server Software
Chapter 7: Web Server Software Control Launching the Web Server Software To access the X75HD/X75SD, open a supported Web browser on your computer (supported browsers include Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0, Netscape Navigator 7.2, and Mozilla Firefox 1.0, among others). In the Address, Location, or URL field of your Web browser (the name depends on the browser), type http:// followed by the IP Address of the X75HD/X75SD you want to control.
Page 149: Controlling Devices
Chapter 7: Web Server Software Control Controlling Devices Click Menu Navigation from the Home page to open the Main menu page. The Main menu page provides access to all available X75HD/ X75SD menus and options. These menus mirror those menus that are accessible through the local and remote control panels.
Page 150 Chapter 7: Web Server Software Control Available submenus Current location in menu structure Click a menu name to open the corresponding configuration page. Current value Main menu parameter options General parameter description description Click a parameter name to change the corresponding value. Figure 7-2.
Page 151 Chapter 7: Web Server Software Control 1. Main menu page Click Routing Setup to open the corresponding menu page. 2. Routing Setup menu page Click Auto Detect Setup to open the corresponding menu page. 3. Auto Detect Setup menu page Click a parameter name from the table (in this example, SD 1 In) to open the corresponding...
Page 152: Setting A Selected Value
Chapter 7: Web Server Software Control Setting a Selected Value To set a parameter value, navigate through the required menu and submenu structure until you reach the desired option. Click the parameter name from the table to open the corresponding parameter page and to modify its value.
Page 153 Chapter 7: Web Server Software Control For parameter options with discrete values, all of the available values are displayed. Click one of the values to set the option for that value. Alternatively, you can click the --- --- arrows to cycle through the >...
Page 154 Chapter 7: Web Server Software Control Current parameter setting or status Read only information Click Read Only to open a Help page with information about read-only and disabled parameters. Figure 7-6. Viewing a Read Only Parameter X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 155: Navigating Menus And Options Via The Menu Navigation Tree
Chapter 7: Web Server Software Control Navigating Menus and Options via the Menu Navigation Tree Click Menu Navigation Tree from the Home page to present the X75HD/X75SD menu structure for selecting and setting options. These menus mirror the menus that are accessible through the local and remote control panels of the unit.
Page 156: Monitoring Alarms
Chapter 7: Web Server Software Control Monitoring Alarms Click Monitoring from the Home page to open the Leitch X75 Alarms page. On this page, you can view or change the status of the active and disabled alarms (see Figure 7-9 on page 139).
Page 157 Chapter 7: Web Server Software Control Leitch X75 Control : Monitoring Configure Alarms : Disable Streaming Leitch X75 : Alarms Active Alarms Alarm Name Alarm Priority Acknowledged AV I/P video missing Major AV I/P video missing Major SD1 I/P missing...
Page 158 Chapter 7: Web Server Software Control Leitch X75 Control : Configure Alarms Monitoring Leitch X75 : Configure Alarms Trigger Clear Alarm Alarm Alarm Name Acknowledged Action Time Time Priority Disabled AV I/P video missing Edit AV I/P Burst missing Edit...
Page 159: Getting Help
Chapter 7: Web Server Software Control Getting Help For certain parameters, help text is provided to answer why a parameter may be disabled or is available only as a “read-only” item. On parameter setting pages where you cannot change the value, click Read Only to open the provided Help page.
Page 160 Chapter 7: Web Server Software Control X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 161: Overview
• X75HD/X75SD Control Parameter List HTML document (available for download from either the Leitch Web site at www.leitch.com or from the included Documentation for X75 Systems and Control Panels CD) for lists of all available menus and...
Page 162: Chapter 8: Video Configuration
Chapter 8: Video Configuration Selecting a Video Source General Information With control panel video shortcuts, you can select an input (or multiple Note inputs) and immediately send it to all video outputs by pressing the Video In button. The LEDs on the left side of this button indicate which If you have not installed the input is currently selected.
Page 163 Chapter 8: Video Configuration Procedure X75HD/X75SD units are shipped with Auto Detect video mode as the Note factory default setting. This mode sets the X75HD/X75SD to automatically detect analog, SD-SDI 1, SD-SDI 2, future-use DV, If you press the Video In button HD-SDI Fiber, HD-SDI 1, HD-SDI 2, composite, and S-video inputs.
Page 164 Chapter 8: Video Configuration Figure 8-1 graphically illustrates a single-source signal process, where one selected video input is fed to all outputs. Figure 8-1. Single-Source Processing Adjusting Video Levels Various control panel buttons provide quick access to the video processing parameters of a selected video source. Simply press a button and use the control knob to change the selection.
Page 165 Chapter 8: Video Configuration Video/Audio Timing Tool The X75OPT-V2A video/audio timing tool is a software upgrade that makes it possible to correct lip sync problems that occur during conversions. (The video/audio timing tools consists of a receiver and transmitter; the transmitter is free; the receiver is an optional upgrade requiring a software key.) The V2A enables a receiving X75HD/X75SD to analyze video and audio test signals and then detect any time propagation differences that may occur during the following processes:...
Page 166 Chapter 8: Video Configuration Video and audio Video and audio Video and audio zero timed untimed zero timed transmitting receiving test Analog< >digital test mode mode up< > down < >cross (transmitting capability encode/decode Analog video Analog video is standard with every (requires X75OPT- X75 using v 1.7 or later Analog audio...
Page 167 Chapter 8: Video Configuration Receiver The V2A receiver simultaneously monitors the inputs to the X75’s Note audio sources and compares them against one of the unit's video inputs. To configure an X75 unit for V2A reception, follow these steps: To prevent processing errors, you must ensure all unused 1.
Page 168 Chapter 8: Video Configuration Typical Applications Figure 8-3 illustrates three typical applications for the timing tool. Application #1 Step 1: Use current method to adjust for any video-to-audio timing issues V2A transmitter V2A receiver Unknown signal Step 2: X75 determines whether there have been any changes to the relative video-to-audio timing and can be set to correct for those changes.
Page 169 • X75HD/X75SD Control Parameter List HTML document (available for download from either the Leitch Web site at www.leitch.com or from the included Documentation for X75 Systems and Control Panels CD) for lists of all available menus and...
Page 170 Chapter 9: Audio Configuration General Information With control panel shortcuts, you can select an input (or multiple inputs) and immediately send it to all audio outputs. Directly press the Audio In button to select any one set of audio inputs to be sent out to all audio multiple output sets.
Page 171 Chapter 9: Audio Configuration Selecting an Audio Source Press the Audio In button to select any one set of audio inputs to be sent out to all audio multiple output sets. The LEDs to the top, right side of this button indicate which input is currently selected. This table shows how the signals are routed internally and mapped to audio outputs.
Page 172 Chapter 9: Audio Configuration Table 9-1. Audio Source Groupings (Continued) Default Output Input Audio Source Groups Mapping SD3/HD3_OutB AES3b SDX6 HDX6 Dolby6 SD4/HD4_OutA AES4a SDX7 HDX7 Dolby7 SD4/HD4_OutB AES4b SDX8 HDX8 Dolby8 SD5/HD5_OutA AES5a SDX9 HDX9 SD5/HD5_OutB AES5b SDX10 HDX10 SD6/HD6_OutA SDX11 HDX11...
Page 173 Chapter 9: Audio Configuration Adjusting Audio Levels When an audio source group is selected and sent to all outputs, press the Ctrl and A. Proc buttons to quickly access the audio level controls of the selected audio input.The selected audio input channels’ gain controls are mapped to the numbered buttons on the control panel accordingly.
Page 174 Chapter 9: Audio Configuration Audio LED and Buttons Map When you press the Audio In or Ctrl + A Proc button on a local or Note remote control panel, or if you make audio input selections via your Web browser software or other control application, certain parameters For audio input configuration, and audio proc amp buttons get mapped, and various Channel LEDs an optional X75OPT-AS-8/16...
Page 175 Chapter 9: Audio Configuration Audio mode LED Ctrl button Audio proc LEDs Audio input LEDs Audio In/A Proc button Audio Channel LEDs Figure 9-2. Location of Audio LEDs Accessing Audio Level Controls Press the Ctrl and A Proc buttons together to quickly access the audio level controls of a selected audio input.
Page 176 Chapter 9: Audio Configuration AFV (Audio Follows Video) Mode In AFV mode, each of the selectable video inputs has an audio input Note selection linked to it. With this feature enabled, the audio input selection for the channel automatically changes when the video input is The AFV mode currently changed.
Page 177 Chapter 9: Audio Configuration Video Inputs Toggles between inputs Cmpst S-Vid AA1/2 AA1/2 AES1a/1b SDX1/2 SDX1/2 DV_a/b HDX1/2 HDX1/2 HDX1/2 AA3/4 AA3/4 AES2a/2b SDX3/4 SDX3/4 DV_a/b HDX3/4 HDX3/4 HDX3/4 AA1/2 AA1/2 AES3a/3b SDX5/6 DV_a/b HDX5/6 HDX5/6 HDX5/6 SDX5/6 AA3/4 AA3/4 AES4a/4b SDX7/8 DV_a/b...
Page 178 Chapter 9: Audio Configuration Advanced Audio Inputs and Outputs Selection In hybrid analog and digital standard definition processing for audio, typically 4 audio channels are used. Users of X75 for hybrid analog/ digital standard definition video processing with audio have discovered the M-PATH video and audio multiple path processing capabilities and have asked for an enhancement.
Page 179 Chapter 9: Audio Configuration Figure 9-4. Advanced Audio Signal Routing X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 180 Chapter 9: Audio Configuration X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 181 Chapter 10 Special Function Buttons Overview This chapter describes various special function buttons found on the frame-mounted local control panel or X75-RCP remote control panel, including the following: • “Using the Freeze Control” on page 165 • “Using Proc Amp Controls” on page 166 •...
Page 182 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons • X75HD/X75SD Control Parameter List HTML document (available for download from either the Leitch Web site at www.leitch.com or from the included Documentation for X75 Systems and Control Panels CD) for lists of all available menus and...
Page 183 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Using the Freeze Control The freeze control freezes individual frames or fields of the incoming video source. The Freeze mode only affects the currently active video proc amp block. To use the freeze shortcut, follow these steps: 1.
Page 184 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Using Proc Amp Controls Video Proc Amp There are four internal input video proc amps: HD-SDI, SD-SDI 1, SD-SDI 2, and Analog. • HD-SDI 1, HD-SDI 2, and HD-SDI Fiber inputs share the HD video proc amp. •...
Page 185 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Audio Proc Amp When an X75OPT-AS-8 or X75OPT-AS-16 module is installed, you can synchronize, delay, and process up to 8 or 16 mono channels for each of the two embedder (SD-SDI and HD-SDI) inputs. Depending on the selected audio source group type, the numbered buttons 1 through 8/ 16 are mapped accordingly to allow quick access to its audio gain controls.
Page 186 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Table 10-2. AES Audio Inputs Selected Mapped Selected Lit Channel Lit Audio Mapped Buttons on Lit Audio Inputs LEDs Input LEDs Parameters Control Proc LEDs Panel AES1 Gain1, Gain2 1, 2 Digital AES2 Gain3, Gain4 3, 4 AES3 Gain5, Gain6...
Page 187 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Table 10-4. HD-SDI Demuxed Audio Selected (HDX) Mapped Selected Lit Channel Lit Audio Mapped Buttons on Lit Audio Inputs LEDs Input LEDs Parameters Control Proc LEDs Panel HD1/2 Gain1, Gain2 1, 2 HD3/4 Gain3, Gain4 3, 4 HD5/6 Gain5, Gain6...
Page 188 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Table 10-6. Ctrl + A Proc Buttons Pressed Mapped Lit LED Buttons on Lit Audio Channels Control Proc LEDs Panel 1, 2 Analog 3, 4 5, 6 7, 8 9, 10 11, 12 13, 14 15, 16 Appendix to Tables Tables...
Page 189 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Table 10-7. Table Definitions (Continued) Item Description Lit Audio Input This identifies the audio input LED that lights when an LEDs input source is selected. Find these LEDs above, and to the right, of the Audio In/A Proc button on a control panel.
Page 190 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Using the Memory Function Using the Memory button, you can store and recall user settings for up Note to 100 presets on an SD card, or up to 10 presets in the X75 itself. A preset can not be saved if When storing each “package”...
Page 191 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Example 2 “my preset w24 characters.psf” (24 characters) Result: Will work Example 3 “non-proper ext.txt” (Extension is.txt) Result: Will not work (will not display) Example 4 “test.txt.psf” (the last four characters are is “.psf”, making the filename valid) Result: Will work.
Page 192 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons 2. Select Save Presets to save the settings to the X75, or press SD Card Save Presets to save the settings to the SD card. A list of ten slots appears in the X75 memory, or up to 1000 filenames appear in the SD card.
Page 193 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons 4. In the new list, select Rename Preset, and then press Enter. You will be prompted to enter a new name. 5. Enter a new name. Deleting a Preset To delete preset, follow these steps: 1.
Page 194 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Using the FAV1 and FAV2 Function The Fav1 and Fav2 buttons store lists of favorite menu locations or Note controllable parameters. Using these buttons, you can “go to” a Favorite, delete a Favorite, or set a Favorite to be activated by GPI. If the listed favorite is a menu mode (video M-Path), it cannot The procedures described below apply when the 1 Click Fav capability...
Page 195 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Setting a GPI Activation To set a parameter to be activated by a GPI input signal, follow these steps: 1. Press Fav1 or Fav2. A menu pops up with the following options: • List Favorites •...
Page 196 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Using the Bypass Function In Bypass mode, no processing is applied to the SDI 1 In video signal; the signal is instead passed directly to the SDI 1 Out connector that is closest to the SDI 1 In connector. (Only one of the two SDI 1 Out connectors provides a bypass output.) To activate Bypass mode, press the Bypass button.
Page 197 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons SD NR/Enhancement The optional video noise and artifact reducer is based on Leitch's AVARI (Advanced Video Artifact Reducer I) technology. This feature is capable of impulse noise reduction, Gaussian random noise reduction, compression blockiness and mosquito artifact reduction and the sharpening and softening of images.
Page 198 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Using the Test Signal Generator An X75HD/X75SD unit provides HDTV(8-bits) and SDTV(10-bits) internal test signals. Table 10-9 on page 181 Table 10-10 on page 182 respectively show the list of test signals for each standard, and these options are directly accesible through the TSG button.The SD Keyer and the test signals function share the same processing block.
Page 199 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Table 10-9. HDTV Test Signals HD-SDI 1080 HD-SDI 720 Black Black Color Bars 100% Color Bars 100% Color Bars 75% Color Bars 75% Color Bars 100% 4:3 Color Bars 100% 4:3 Horizontal Sweep Y-only Horizontal Sweep Y-only Horizontal Sweep Horizontal Sweep White...
Page 200 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Table 10-10. SDTV Test Signals SD-SDI 525 SD-SDI 625 SMPTE Bars Bars 100% EIA Bars Black Full Field Bars Gray Bars/Reverse White Bars/Red Luma Ramp Bars 100% Modulated Ramp Black Luma 5-Step Gray Modulated 5-Step White Shallow Ramp Luma Ramp...
Page 201 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Table 10-10. SDTV Test Signals (Continued) SD-SDI 525 SD-SDI 625 Matrix 1 Pulse & Bar 2410t Matrix 2 Pulse & Bar 248t FF Bounce Pulse & Bar 2t SDI EQ Test Luma 10-Step SDI PLL Test Valid Ramp Zone Plate Multipulse 5.8MHz...
Page 202 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Using the ARC Function The SD-ARC Insert parameter under the Video Setup>Processing> Note ARC (SD-SDI Out) menu selects a video input source to be processed by the SD aspect ratio converter. All video output groups using the The ARC mode requires an video input source selected by the SD-ARC Insert parameter will HD-SDI module to operate in...
Page 203 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons ARC (HD-SDI Out) Figure 10-1 on page 186 illustrates the options in the ARC (HD-SDI Out) preset. The following viewing modes are available: • Anamorphic • Pillar Box • Middle Cut • 14:9 Pillar Box •...
Page 204 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons 4:3 Input 16:9 Display Output Viewing Options Source Source 4:3 Display Input Signal 16:9 Display Anamorphic Stretch Source 16:9 Display Middle Cut Source 16:9 Display Pillar Box Source 16:9 Display 14:9 Pillar Box Source 16:9 Display 21:9 Letter Box Figure 10-1.
Page 205 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons 16:9 Input 4:3 Display Output Viewing Options 16:9 16:9 Source Source Anamorphic 16:9 Display Input Signal 4:3 Display Squeeze 16:9 Source 4:3 Display Center Cut 16:9 Source 4:3 Display 16:9 Letter Box 16:9 Source 4:3 Display 14:9 Letter Box 16:9 Source...
Page 206 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Using the Timing Control Using the Timing button, you can quickly access the currently selected video processing block's phase controls. When multiple input video sources are selected and processed, pressing the Ctrl and V Proc buttons allows you to switch between the processing blocks and leads you directly to the selected timing controls.
Page 207 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons • Priority • Alarm Mute • Acknowledged • Alarms Log: The last 20 alarms (minor and major) are listed in the Alarms Log. This is a read-only list; it can only be cleared by disconnecting power to the control panel. •...
Page 208 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons • Path: Using this feature, you can establish the path of the parameter that you are currently viewing or adjusting. To obtain the path, select Path from the options list, and then press Enter. Rotate the control knob to view the entire path.
Page 209 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Display Screen Setup Parameters The display screen Setup parameters affect the way in which the display screen functions on your panel. These settings do not affect how parameters are seen on other panels. To access the display screen Setup Menu, follow these steps: 1.
Page 210 Chapter 10: Special Function Buttons Screen Saver Select The screen saver can be set to either Blank or Default. The Default screen saver consists of a line of scrolling text. Shaft Direction Using this parameter, you can determine whether the clockwise rotation of the control knob moves a parameter list up or down.
Page 211 Section III—Appendixes This section contains the following topics: • “Cables and Pinouts” on page 195 • Troubleshooting on page 221 • Servicing on page 255 • Software on page 303 • Alarms on page 321 These appendixes contain extra information useful for configuring, operating, and servicing your X75HD/X75SD system.
Page 213 Appendix A Cables and Pinouts Overview This appendix describes various cable options and I/O, video, and audio cable pinouts (both standard and optional) available for use with the X75HD/X75SD. The following topics are covered in this chapter: • “Summary of Cables and Cable Sets” on page 196 •...
Page 214 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Summary of Cables and Cable Sets Table A-1 lists all of the standard and optional cables and cable sets used in different X75HD/X75SD packages. Details begin on page 203. Table A-1. Cables and Cable Sets Part Number Type Components...
Page 215 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Standard/Optional Description Major Features One cable for multi input/output 1 ft (30 cm) multi I/O breakout cable with the Optional connectors following connector types: • Sync/comp out • DB26(M) to 6 x BNC(F), 1 x XLR(F), 1 x •...
Page 216 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Cables and Cable Sets (Continued) Part Number Type Components Audio Cables and Cable Sets (Continued) X75OPTCAB-8-CX Single cable X75OPTCAB-8-CX (BNC and XLR) X75OPTCAB-16-C Cable set X75OPTCAB-8-C and CAB-X75HD-COAX (BNC) X75OPTCAB-16-X Cable set X75OPTCAB-8-X and CAB-X75HD-XLR (XLR)
Page 217 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Cables and Cable Sets (Continued) Standard/Optional Description Major Features Optional One cable for 8-channel audio 1 ft (30 cm) breakout cable with the following synchronizer, with the following connector types: unbalanced coax AES and XLR •...
Page 218 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Table A-2. Part Number Type Components Audio Cables and Cable Sets (Continued) X75OPTCAB-16-CX Cable set X75OPTCAB-8-CX and CAB-X75HD-COMBO (BNC and XLR)
Page 219 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Table A-3. Standard/Optional Description Major Features Optional Two cables for 16-channel audio 2 X 1 ft (30 cm) breakout cables synchronizer, unbalanced coax with the following connector types: AES and balanced XLR AES • DB26(M) to 5 x BNC(F), 3 x •...
Page 220 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Analog Audio Connections Figure A-1 shows the analog audio input and output terminal blocks. Analog audio input Analog audio output (Left terminal from rear) (Right terminal from rear) Step 1: Rectangular slot Insert flathead screwdriver into a rectangular slot to open a corresponding round connection point (above or below) Step 2: Round Hole Insert a stripped audio cable into a round hole and...
Page 221 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Multi I/O Cable (X75OPTCAB-MULTI) Figure A-2 identifies the cable connectors available on the optional multiple input/output X75OPTCAB-MULTI cable. FUTURE USE Figure A-2. X75OPTCAB-MULTI Cable Connectors Figure A-3 shows the pinouts for the X75OPTCAB-MULTI DB-26M connector. Sync/composite Red out Green out...
Page 222 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Table A-4 describes each pin on the X75OPTCAB-MULTI DB-26M connector and its connection type. Table A-4. X75OPTCAB-MULTI Pinout Descriptions Pin Number Connection Type Description BNC-Gnd Sync/composite out ground Sync/composite out signal BNC-Gnd Blue out ground Blue out signal BNC-Gnd Green out ground...
Page 223 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts DVI-D Output Cable (X75OPTCAB-DVI) The optional DVI-D to DVI-D digital single-link cable connects a monitor to the DVI Out port on the back of the X75HD/X75SD unit. This is a straight connection cable with no breakouts, and a single DVI-D connector for digital video output.
Page 224 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Audio Coax Cable (X75OPTCAB-8-C) Figure A-5 identifies the cable connectors available on the AES/EBU audio X75OPTCAB-8-C coax cable, supplied standard with each X75SD unit. Figure A-5. X75OPTCAB-8-C Cable Connectors Figure A-6 shows the pinouts for the X75OPTCAB-8-C DB-26M connector.
Page 225 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Table A-5. X75OPTCAB-8-C Pinout Description (Continued) Pin Number Connection Type Description Unbalanced AES2 out BNC-GND Unbalanced DARS in ground BNC-GND Unbalanced AES1 in ground BNC-GND Unbalanced AES1 out ground BNC-GND Unbalanced AES2 out ground Unbalanced DARS in Unbalanced AES2 in BNC-GND Unbalanced AES2 in...
Page 226 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Audio Coax Cable (CAB-X75HD-COAX) Figure A-7 identifies the cable connectors available on the CAB-X75HD-COAX cable, which is one of two parts in the X75OPTCAB-16-C cable set (the X75OPTCAB-8-C is the second cable in the set). The CAB-X75HD-COAX supports unbalanced audio signals.
Page 227 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Table A-6 describes each pin on the CAB-X75HD-COAX DB-44M connector and its connection type. Table A-6. CAB-X75HD-COAX Pinout Description Pin Number Connection Type Description 1 through 30 Unbalanced AES5 out BNC-Gnd Unbalanced AES5 out Ground Unbalanced AES4 out BNC-Gnd Unbalanced AES4 out...
Page 228 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Audio BNC/XLR Cable (X75OPTCAB-8-XC) Figure A-9 identifies the cable connectors available on the optional AES/EBU X75OPT-CAB-8-XC combination BNC/XLR audio cable, supporting both unbalanced and balanced audio signals. Figure A-9. X75OPTCAB-8-XC Cable Connectors Figure A-10 shows the pinouts for the X75OPTCAB-8-XC DB-26M connector.
Page 229 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Table A-7 describes each pin on the X75OPTCAB-8-XC DB-26M connector and its connection type. Table A-7. X75OPTCAB-8-XC Pinout Description Pin Number Connection Type Description XLR-2 Balanced DARS in (+) XLR-3 Balanced DARS in (-) Unbalanced AES1 in XLR-2 Balanced AES2 in (+) XLR-3...
Page 230 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Table A-7. X75OPTCAB-8-XC Pinout Description (Continued) Pin Number Connection Type Description Unbalanced AES1 out XLR-3 Balanced AES2 out (-) XLR-2 Balanced AES2 out (+) X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 231 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Audio BNC/XLR Cable (CAB-X75HD-COMBO) Figure A-11 identifies the cable connectors available on the optional AES/EBU CAB-X75HD-COMBO combination BNC/XLR audio cable, which supports both unbalanced and balanced audio signals. Figure A-11. CAB-X75HD-COMBO Cable Connectors Figure A-12 shows the pinouts for the X75OPTCAB-16-CX DB-44M connector.
Page 232 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Table A-8 describes each pin on the CAB-X75HD-COMBO DB-44M connector and its connection type. Table A-8. CAB-X75HD-COMBO Pinout Description Pin Number Connection Type Description XLR-2 Balanced AES5 out (+) XLR-3 Balanced AES5 out (-) XLR-2 Balanced AES4 out (+) XLR-2 Balanced AES3 out (+)
Page 233 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Table A-8. CAB-X75HD-COMBO Pinout Description (Continued) Pin Number Connection Type Description XLR-1-Gnd Balanced AES4 in ground XLR-3 Balanced AES4 in (-) XLR-1-Gnd Balanced AES3 in ground Unbalanced AES5 out BNC-Gnd Unbalanced AES5 out ground Unbalanced AES4 out BNC-Gnd Unbalanced AES4 out ground...
Page 234 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Optional Audio XLR Cable (X75OPTCAB-8-X) Figure A-13 identifies the cable connectors available on the optional AES/EBU X75OPTCAB-8-X XLR audio cable, which supports balanced audio signals. Figure A-13. X75OPTCAB-8-X Cable Connectors Figure A-14 shows the pinouts for the X75OPTCAB-8-X DB-26M connector.
Page 235 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Table A-9. X75OPTCAB-8-X Pinout Description (Continued) Pin Number Connection Type Description XLR-2 Balanced AES2 in (+) XLR-3 Balanced AES2 in (-) XLR-2 Balanced AES1 out (+) XLR-3 Balanced AES1 out (-) XLR-1-GND Balanced DARS in ground XLR-1-GND Balanced AES1 in ground XLR-1-GND...
Page 236 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Optional Audio XLR Cable (X75OPTCAB-XLR) Figure A-15 identifies the cable connectors available on the optional AES/EBU X75OPTCAB-XLR audio cable, which is one of the cables in the X75OPTCAB-16-X set. This cable supports balanced audio signals. Figure A-15.
Page 237 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Table A-10 describes each pin on the X75OPTCAB-XLR DB-44M connector and its connection type. Table A-10. X75OPTCAB-XLR Pinout Description Pin Number Connection Type Description XLR-2 Balanced AES5 out (+) XLR-3 Balanced AES5 out (-) XLR-2 Balanced AES4 out (+) XLR-2 Balanced AES3 out (+)
Page 238 Appendix A: Cables and Pinouts Table A-10. X75OPTCAB-XLR Pinout Description (Continued) Pin Number Connection Type Description XLR-1-Gnd Balanced AES4 in ground XLR-3 Balanced AES4 in (-) XLR-1-Gnd Balanced AES3 in ground 31 through 44 X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 239 Appendix B Troubleshooting Overview The following appendix describes some of the more common problems you might encounter while using the X75HD/X75SD, and it offers tips on how to correct these problems. The following problems areas are covered: • “Network Connectivity” on page 222 •...
Page 240 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Network Connectivity Forgotten IP address Problem You can’t remember the set IP address for a specific X75HD/SD unit and are having a problem communicating with it on the network. Solution Temporarily set the unit into the factory default IP Address. Follow these steps to set the default IP address: 1.
Page 241 Appendix B: Troubleshooting 2. Launch the X75 Web browser software, and then navigate to the System Config>Setup menu. 3. Select the Device IP parameter to view the currently set IP address and then use this IP address to access the unit again. 4.
Page 242 SNMPWalk command. Solution Obtain and reinstall the latest version CCS application from Leitch and then rewrite the SNMP configuration back into the X75HD/X75SD unit. (CCS CoPilot/Pilot 2.99 and Navigator 2.1 do not write back the proper community strings within the x75agent.xnv file.)
Page 243 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Front Panel Display Control panel display is blank Problem Even though the unit has been powered up, no information appears on the VFD screen. However, the LEDs on the control panel seem to be functioning. Solution 1 The F.S.
Page 244 VFD (Vacuum Florescent Display). Obtain the serial number of the X75HD/X75SD unit and the original PO number. Then contact Leitch customer support. The front control panel assembly (part number 170-000483-00) will be exchanged free of charge. No special programming or configuration is required.
Page 245 If you have verified that capacitor C38 is good, but there is still no display on the VFD, it is most likely that the VFD (part number 123-000003-00) has failed. Contact Leitch customer service for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Then return or exchange the control panel assembly (part number 170-000483-00).
Page 246 A3D or PQM submodule is available, swap the submodule to determine if the original is defective. If the submodule is proven defective, contact Leitch customer service for an RMA number, and then return the module to Leitch. X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 247 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Power LEDs are off and there is no display on the LCP Problem The local control panel appears to be “dead.” There are no functioning LEDs, no buttons are lit, and the VFD is blank. Solution 1 The unit is not receiving power.
Page 248 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Table B-1. Main DC Cable Pinouts Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 5 Pin 6 +24V +24V +24V Ground Ground Ground Solution 3 The internal flash memory is corrupted or locked up. See page 244 details on restarting the flash memory.
Page 249 2. If the option is not installed, follow this path to find and record the unit’s serial number: System Config>Status/Version Info>Serial Number 3. Contact Leitch’s sales department and then purchase the option. Enter the softkey using either an X75HD/X75SD control panel, the X75HD/X75SD Web Browser, or a CCS software application. (The valid key character sets are numbers 2~9 and letters A~Z.)
Page 250 Appendix B: Troubleshooting To enter the softkey number using the Web Browser, follow these steps: 1. Type the IP address of the X75HD/X75SD unit you are upgrading into the Address field of your browser (Figure B-5). Address field Figure B-5. IP Address Insertion to Add X75OPT-HDDUOCON Option 2.
Page 251 2. If the option is not installed, follow this path to find the unit’s serial number: System Config>Status/Version Info>Serial Number 3. Contact Leitch’s sales department and then purchase the option. Enter the softkey using either an X75HD/X75SD control panel, the X75HD/X75SD Web Browser, or a CCS software application. (The valid key character sets are numbers 2~9 and letters A~Z.)
Page 252 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Address field Figure B-6. IP Address Insertion to Add X75OPT-HDDUOCON Option 2. Navigate to System Config>Setup>License Key. 3. Type in the supplied softkey codes. The option should now function. To enter the softkey number using a CCS software application, follow these steps: 1.
Page 253 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Audio Lip sync problems Problem 1 During normal audio processing, the audio and video are out of sync. Solution 1 Each audio sample rate converter (SRC) can be configured to automatically track the processing delay of one of the video outputs. To apply the internal audio tracking feature, follow this path: Audio Setup>Global Audio Config>I/O Delay Config and then select one of the four or eight I/O Delay SRCx parameters.
Page 254 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Other Other Scramble/ Frame sync processing processing insertion serialize block block SDI output input VD_F VD_L Audio frame sychronizer delay signal Reference timing Video propagation delay = FS Delay + V-, H-phase difference between FS output video and serializer input video Figure B-7.
Page 255 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Application Example The application example below describes how to set the X75 for Delay mode operation. The X75HD takes a 1080i or 720p HD signal with embedded audio that is compressed, and at the output, provides fixed 720p with embedded audio.
Page 256 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Not passing the embedded audio Without the optional audio submodule, the SD-SDI with embedded audio will pass through the SD-SDI output. The HD-SDI signal with the embedded audio will not pass through the HD-SDI output. When the video frame sync repeats or drops a frame, or if there is a hot-switch, there will be a disturbance in the embedded audio data stream.
Page 257 The X75OPT-AS-8 or X75OPT-AS-16 submodule may be defective. If another module of the same type is available, swap the module. If the submodule is proven defective, contact Leitch customer service for an RMA number, and then return the module to Leitch.
Page 258 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Alarms Major and Minor Alarms are on Problem When the unit is powered up, all or many of the Alarm LEDs and network alarms are activated. Solution 1 The X75 monitors all video and audio inputs, fans, and power supplies. When it detects failure conditions, it activates alarms because the factory default is set to monitor all alarms.
Page 259 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Address field Figure B-8. IP Address Insertion to Access X75HD/X75SD Alarms 3. From the Main web page, select the Monitoring hyperlink. 4. Select the Configure Alarms hyperlink. 5. Press the Edit button corresponding to the alarm that you wish to enable and configure it.
Page 260 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Softkey Installation Can’t activate softkeys To activate software options that you have purchased (including Dolby decoding) you must enter a softkey code into the License Key menu. The code, consisting of fourteen hexadecimal digits, will be provided when you purchase the option.
Page 261 The writing process includes a validation step to prevent you from writing an invalid license key. There is a different procedure for installing free firmware upgrades that appear on the Leitch Web site. See “Appendix D: Software” on page for details.
Page 262 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Flash Memory Flash memory is locked Problem The firmware update process was interrupted either by turning off the unit or breaking from the PC during the file transfer. The flash memory is now locked up. Solution A manual unlock procedure is required. Follow these steps to unlock the flash memory: 1.
Page 263 ENTER. 6. Type the following case sensitive login information into the Telnet session: a. login: leitch and then press ENTER b. Password: LeitchAdmin and then press ENTER 7. In the Telnet session, follow these steps: a. In the .vxWorks shell, type: m 0x4000000,2...
Page 264 ENTER. 8. Close the Command Prompt DOS Box to quit the Telnet session. 9. Obtain the latest version of the release software from the Leitch Web site and then follow the instruction to upload the files. 10. When completed, put both the Def IP and F.S. DIP switches at the back of the X75 unit to the up position.
Page 265 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Upgrading Firmware Software can’t upload Problem: Many attempts were made to update the X75HD/X75SD software, but there are network problems interfering with the procedure. Solution: It’s likely that the file system became corrupted. In this case, the frame can be updated by using both the Fail-safe and Default IP switches.
Page 266 ENTER. 6. Type the following case sensitive login information into the Telnet session: a. login: leitch and then press ENTER b. Password: LeitchAdmin and then press ENTER 7. In the Telnet session, follow these steps: a. In the vxWorks shell, type: m 0x4000000,2...
Page 267 ENTER. 8. Close the Command Prompt DOS Box to quit the Telnet session. 9. Obtain the latest version of the release software from the Leitch Web site and then follow the instruction to upload the files. 10. When completed, put both the Def IP and F.S. DIP switches at the back of the X75 unit to the up position.
Page 268 Appendix B: Troubleshooting RCP is not booting up properly after upgrade Problem: An X75HD/X75SD batch file was accidently uploaded to an X75-RCP. Now the Remote Control Panel is not booting up properly. The VFD screen appears “dead” and none of the buttons and LEDs are lit. Solution: It is likely that the remote control panel is in fail-safe mode, with the factory default IP Address of 192.168.100.251.
Page 269 Appendix B: Troubleshooting 6. Go to the directory where the RCP files are extracted. Note: This assumes you had downloaded and unzipped the latest X75-RCP files to C:\X75RCP directory. For example: CD \X75RCP <ENTER> 7. Within this directory, type the following: x75rcp 192.168.100.251 , and then press ENTER.
Page 270 (such as IP Address, Default Gateway, Subnet Mask, etc.). The current release of your X75HD/X75SD system only provides limited support for CoPilot. Contact your Leitch customer support representative for more information. Push this tab down to enter the Fail-safe mode Figure B-12.
Page 271 Appendix B: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Software Installation If you are not able to ping the X75HD/X75SD from your PC, the cause may be one of the following: • The X75HD/X75SD is not powered up. • The Ethernet cabling between your PC, the X75HD/X75SD, and any other network devices—such as hubs, switches, or routers—is not set up properly.
Page 272 Appendix B: Troubleshooting X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 273 Appendix C Servicing Overview This appendix includes the following information and procedures: • “Safety Precautions” on page 256 • “Understanding and Working With Fiber Optics” on page 257 • “Preparing the X75HD/X75SD for Servicing” on page 261 • “Common Replacement Part Numbers” on page 262 •...
Page 274 Appendix C: Servicing Safety Precautions Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures. Refer to the X75HD/X75SD Product Safety Instructions booklet before servicing the X75HD/X75SD or its components. Laser Caution This product may contain lasers! Heed the following caution: Laser Radiation When Open CAUTION: To avoid damage from laser radiation, do not remove or displace any connections or protective panels.
Page 275 Appendix C: Servicing Understanding and Working With Fiber Optics Input and output modules using optical fibre transmitters and receivers were developed in response to a growing demand for a flexible method of transporting very high speed digital video and audio over long distances.
Page 276 Appendix C: Servicing Table C-1. Function and Description of Fiber Optic Components Item Function Composition • Laser diode Optical transmitter Converts a data signal into an equivalent optical power • Laser diode driver waveform and couples it The role of the driver is to bias the laser. Some laser into an optical fiber.
Page 277 Appendix C: Servicing General Precautions Please take the following precautions when working with fiber optics: Note • Never touch the end face of an optical fiber. The X75SPR-HD is supplied • Do not place optical fibers under heavy objects. with an SC interconnection housing built into the module.
Page 278 Appendix C: Servicing Cleaning Technique Use the following method to clean the fibers: 1. Fold the tissue twice so that it is four layers thick. 2. Saturate the tissue with alcohol. 3. Clean the sides of the connector ferrule. Note Place the connector ferrule in the tissue and apply pressure Dry air can be used to remove to the sides of the ferrule.
Page 279 Appendix C: Servicing Preparing the X75HD/X75SD for Servicing Some versions of X75HD/X75SD units use a two-part chassis cover, making it possible for you to perform maintenance on power supplies without removing the frame from the rack. Other versions use a full-size cover.
Page 280 Appendix C: Servicing Common Replacement Part Numbers The following parts are the most commonly ordered as replacements. Table C-2. Common Replacement Part Numbers Part Number Part Identification 122-000024-00 Power supply 131-000014-00 164-000262-00 Rubber keymat 134-000212-00 Board stacker 2x15 pin 134-000228-00 Single 2x7 analog audio connector 170-000483-00 X75 Whole local control panel assembly...
Page 281 Appendix C: Servicing Installing a Frame-Mounted Local Control Panel To remove a blank front panel and replace it with a frame-mounted local control panel, follow these steps: 1. Remove all power from the X75HD/X75SD unit, disconnect all cabling, and then remove the mounted unit from the rack. 2.
Page 282 Appendix C: Servicing Installing and Removing an Audio Synchronizer Module Installing a New Module If you have ordered an audio synchronizer module (X75OPT-AS-8, Caution X75OPT-AS-8-L, X75OPT-AS-16, or X75OPT-AS-16-L) separately to upgrade your system, follow these installation steps: This module is not hot-swappable.
Page 283 Appendix C: Servicing 5. Return the module to its upright position, and then align it with the installed standoffs on the main board. There are two standoffs on the back of the main board, and one in the middle. To assist with alignment, the standoff in the back left corner is higher than the others in order.
Page 284 Appendix C: Servicing 6. Inspect the connectors on both the module and the main board to ensure that all pins are straight, and then push the board gently over the main board stacker connection points until they lock into place. Figure C-7 illustrates the area of the module you should push so that the stackers lock firmly into place.
Page 285 Appendix C: Servicing Securing the module to the main board Screw the module to the main board via the three standoffs. Figure C-8. Securing the Module to the Main Board 8. Screw the back panel into place using the screws removed in step 2. Securing the back connector to the frame Screw the back connector to...
Page 286 Appendix C: Servicing Removing an Existing Module If you must remove an existing audio synchronizer module from a unit, follow these steps: 1. Remove the screws along the back edge and each side of the X75’s chassis cover (see Figure C-2 on page 261), and then slide the cover off.
Page 287 Appendix C: Servicing Installing and Removing HDTV Modules Installing a New Module If you have ordered a replacement or spare HDTV module, follow these Caution installation steps: This module is not 1. Remove the chassis cover (see “Preparing the X75HD/X75SD for hot-swappable.
Page 288 Appendix C: Servicing 5. Return the module to its upright position, and then align it with the installed standoffs on the main board. There are three standoffs on the back edge of the main board, and one in the middle. The middle standoff along the back edge of the module is higher than the others in order to assist with alignment.
Page 289 Appendix C: Servicing 6. Inspect the connectors on both the module and the main board to ensure that all pins are straight, and then push the board gently over the main board stacker connection points until they lock into place. Figure C-13 illustrates the area of the module you should push so that the stackers lock firmly into place.
Page 290 Appendix C: Servicing Securing the module to the main board Screw the module to the main board via three standoffs. Figure C-14. Securing the Module to the Main Board 8. Screw the back panel into place using the screws removed in step 2. Securing the back connector to the frame Screw the back connector to the frame...
Page 291 Appendix C: Servicing Removing an Existing Module If you must remove an existing HDTV module from an X75, follow these steps: 1. Remove the screws along the back edge and each side of the X75’s chassis cover (see Figure C-2 on page 261), and then slide off the cover.
Page 292 Appendix C: Servicing Installing and Removing X75OPT-A3D or X75OPT-PQM Modules Installing a New Module If you have ordered an optional X75OPT-A3D or X75OPT-PQM Caution module separately, follow these installation steps: This module is not 1. Remove the chassis cover (see “Preparing the X75HD/X75SD for hot-swappable.
Page 293 Appendix C: Servicing 5. Return the module to its upright position, and then align it with the installed standoffs on the main board. There are three standoffs on the back edge of the main board, and one in the middle. The middle standoff along the back edge of the module is higher than the others in order to assist with alignment.
Page 294 Appendix C: Servicing 6. Inspect the connectors on both the module and the main board to ensure that all pins are straight, and then push the board gently over the main board stacker connection points until they lock into place. Figure C-19 illustrates the area of the module you should push so that the stackers lock firmly into place.
Page 295 Appendix C: Servicing Securing the module to the main board Screw the module to the main board via three standoffs. Figure C-20. Securing the Module to the Main Board 8. Screw the back panel into place using the screws removed in step 2. 9.
Page 296 Appendix C: Servicing Removing an Existing Module If you must remove an existing X75OPT-A3D or X75OPT-PQM module, follow these steps: 1. Remove the screws along the back edge and each side of the frame’s chassis cover (see Figure C-2 on page 261), and then slide the cover off.
Page 297 Appendix C: Servicing Installing and Removing the Streaming Module Installing a New Module If you have ordered an X75OPT-STR streaming module separately, Caution follow these installation steps: This module is not 1. Inspect the connectors on both the module and the main board to hot-swappable.
Page 298 Appendix C: Servicing Securing the module to the main board Screw the module to the main board via four standoffs. Figure C-22. Securing the Module to the Main Board 3. Replace the chassis cover using the original screws. See page 261 for more information on replacing the cover.
Page 299 Appendix C: Servicing 8. Type the following text into the Open URL field (where ipaddr represents the IP Address of the streaming module): rtsp://ipaddr:554/X75streaming The QuickTime player should begin receiving streaming media from the X75HD/X75SD after a delay of 4 seconds. Table C-3.
Page 300 Appendix C: Servicing Removing an Existing Module If you must remove an existing streaming module from a unit, follow these steps: 1. Remove the screws along the back edge and each side of the frame’s chassis cover (see Figure C-2 on page 261), and then slide the cover off.
Page 301 Appendix C: Servicing 3. Select the Command tab, and fill it in with the following information: Operation: Control Command: c:\program files\quicktime\quicktimeplayer.exe (Or the complete path to your QuickTime Player installation, if it differs from the above) Arguments: rtsp://[IP address]:554/x75streaming (Replace [IP address] with the IP address of the X75 streaming Ethernet port) You can leave the Initial Directory field blank.
Page 302 Appendix C: Servicing 6. Click the Action Properties button. The Action Property dialog box opens. Fill it in with the following information: • Command: c:\program files\quicktime\quicktimeplayer.exe • Arguments: rtsp://[ip address]:554/ x75Streaming You can leave the Initial Directory field blank. 7. Click OK to close the Action Properties dialog box. 8.
Page 303 Appendix C: Servicing Installing Noise Reduction, Auto Audio/Video Timing, and Audio Limiter Software Options Installing a Software Option If you have ordered the or X75OPT-ASL, X75OPT-DOLBY-1, X75OPT-NR, X75OPT-SNMP, or X75OPT-V2A software options separately, you will require a soft keycode. This unlock code, consisting of fourteen hexadecimal digits, will be provided when you purchase the option.
Page 304 Appendix C: Servicing Table C-4. Audio Limiter Options Option Description • Sets the threshold level for the input audio signal, measured in dB (decibels), Soft Limit Level where the audio signal limiter's attack and decaying function will be based • When a signal exceeds this level, compression will be applied •...
Page 305 Appendix C: Servicing Figure C-23 shows the transfer function of the Audio Limiter: Output (dB) Slope = 1.0 Slope = 0.75 Slope = 0.5 Slope = 0.25 Slope = 0.0 Threshold Input (dB) Figure C-23. Audio Limiter Transfer Function X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 306 Appendix C: Servicing Installing a Dolby Decoder Module If you have ordered a Dolby decoder module (X75OPT-DOLBY-1) separately to add to your X75HD/X75SD system, you must first remove the existing audio submodule from the main board. There are two levels of installation for the Dolby decoder module: hardware and softkey.
Page 307 Appendix C: Servicing Figure C-24. Dolby Decoder Module Installation Softkey Installation The Dolby decoder requires a softkey code to operate. The softkey can be entered using the control panel or the Web Server software application. Follow these instructions to enable the softkey option: 1.
Page 308 Appendix C: Servicing Replacing a Power Supply This section describes the replacement of a failed X75OPT-PS Power Supply. To install an additional, redundant power supply, see page 293. Follow these steps to remove and replace an original power supply: 1. Remove all power from the frame, and then remove the chassis cover (see “Preparing the X75HD/X75SD for Servicing”...
Page 309 Appendix C: Servicing 3. Remove the main DC power cable and secondary DC ribbon cable that connect the power supply. (See Figure C-26.) Remove main DC power cable Remove secondary DC ribbon connector Figure C-26. Removing the DC and Ribbon Cables 4.
Page 310 Appendix C: Servicing 5. Unscrew the power supply from the chassis floor. Figure C-28 shows the location of the four screws you need to remove. Keep these screws for later reuse. Screw locations Remove these four screws to unfasten the power supply from the chassis floor.
Page 311 Appendix C: Servicing Installing a Redundant Power Supply Follow this procedure to install a new, redundant power supply when there is only one power supply currently in the frame: 1. Remove all power from the frame, and then remove the chassis cover.
Page 312 Appendix C: Servicing Secondary Main Secondary Main DC cable DC cable DC cable DC cable Main board Secondary (redundant) Primary power power supply supply Figure C-30. Connecting DC and Ribbon Cables 4. Plug the end of the AC cable assembly with a two-pin connector into the power supply.
Page 313 Appendix C: Servicing AC cable assembly Neutral wire (left) Live wire (right) Figure C-31. Connecting AC Cables to Power Supply 5. Secure the AC cabling to the chassis. (See Figure C-32 on page 296.) To do this, follow these steps: a.
Page 314 Appendix C: Servicing Tie holder locations Rear of frame Self-stick tie holder Attach to chassis floor. Tie wrap Feed the tie wrap through tie holder, and then wrap it around the AC cabling. Figure C-32. Attaching Tie Wraps to AC Cabling 6.
Page 315 Appendix C: Servicing AC inlet Install inlet into the uncovered slot. AC inlet cover plate location Remove this screw in order to take off the cover plate. Figure C-33. Removing Cover Plate and Installing AC Inlet 7. Securely plug the AC wires into the appropriate AC inlet blade terminals.
Page 316 Appendix C: Servicing 8. Place the attached ring terminal on the end of the ground wire over the stud on the chassis floor, and then secure it into place with the supplied nut to ground the unit. Grounding screw location Using the provided ring terminal and nut, attach the end of the grounding wire to the chassis floor to ground the unit.
Page 317 Appendix C: Servicing Installing Fans To replace a fan, or individual fans within the assembly, follow these steps: 1. Remove the four front mounting-ear screws, and then pull the frame out a few inches from the rack. Retain the screws. 2.
Page 318 Appendix C: Servicing 3. Pull the front panel away from the frame. (See Figure C-37.) Although a frame-mounted local control panel is shown below, this procedure also applies to blank front panels. Pull out the front panel Once the top and bottom front panel screws are removed, pull the panel out from the frame.
Page 319 Appendix C: Servicing 6. Fasten a new fan into place on the assembly with the supplied screws. (See Figure C-39.) Screw fan into place Insert header wire Figure C-39. Replacing a Fan within the Assembly 7. Connect the new fan’s header wires to the corresponding fan assembly connector.
Page 320 Appendix C: Servicing X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 321 This appendix provides information about upgrading the software used in X75HD/X75SD units. The following topics are covered: • “Upgrading Module Firmware” on page 304 • “Configuring SNMP Support” on page 311 • “Monitoring and Control Using Leitch MIBs” on page 317 X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 322 Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware: 1. Download the most recent appropriate upgrade package from the Leitch Web site or from your CD-ROM. 2. If the affected module has not been discovered, perform the Discovery operation, as described in your CCS software application manual or online help.
Page 323 Appendix D: Software The Software Upgrade window opens or is brought to the foreground. Click here to access options for entering Telnet and FTP user name and password and creating automatic backups. Package Info includes a list of the components contained in the ZIP file.
Page 324 Appendix D: Software 6. For each X75, click Options. Figure D-2. Software Upgrade Options Box 7. If they are not already entered, fill out the Telnet Username, Telnet Password, FTP Username, and FTP Password fields. 8. Place a check beside Automatic Backup. This creates a backup of the current software installed on the X75.
Page 325 Appendix D: Software 12. Press Submit Transfer... A dialog box opens, requesting confirmation that you want to Note proceed with the request. If you have multiple devices selected, multiple transfer tasks are submitted—one per device. If you try to log off or exit the CCS software while a transfer is The transfer now progresses.
Page 326 Appendix D: Software Using the Software Upgrade Progress Tab Use the Progress tab to monitor the status of all the transfer requests in Note the queue. The grid displays the status of each transfer task, with each row in the grid representing a single device-package combination The Resume button is always (transfer task).
Page 327 Appendix D: Software Using the Log Tab The Log tab displays a running log of all the transfer operations completed since application startup. It contains information such as the package filename, versions being transferred, start times, errors during transfer, and so on. The log text is selectable, allowing you to copy and paste log information to another application.
Page 328 Appendix D: Software Correcting a Failed Upgrade Procedure A firmware upgrade may fail in the event of a network interruption or power failure. If one of these events occurs, you will be able to ping the device, but Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers will not be able to discover it.
Page 329 Activating Your SNMP License Key A license key may have been included in your purchase of an SNMP-enabled system. Contact Leitch customer service to purchase one at a later date. 1. While your CCS Software is in Build mode, right click on the discovered X75HD/X75SD and choose Configuration.
Page 330 Appendix D: Software 2. Click the SNMP tab, and then click the Read button. The CCS network polls the module and retrieves its current settings. It fills in all the fields on the SNMP tab of the Configuration window with the settings that are on the device. Figure D-5.
Page 331 MIB browser. Table D-4. System Fields of SNMP Tab - MIB-2 System Information Field Explanation Description The default is “Leitch SNMP Agent” Location The physical location of the device Contact The contact person for this device Name...
Page 332 Appendix D: Software 3. To add new Trap Destination IP Addresses, see “Adding New Addresses for SNMP Traps” on page 314. To modify them, see “Modifying an SNMP Trap Destination” on page 315. 4. (Optional) If you wish the device to reboot automatically when you Note send the new configuration to it, place a check beside Reboot device after performing transfer.
Page 333 SNMP is an industry-standard protocol that allows other (non Leitch) control software to remotely monitor and control the X75HD/X75SD. Leitch provides MIB files that can be downloaded from the Leitch Web site. Two general Leitch MIB files (leitch.mib and ccsAlarm.mib) set up the structure to define parameters and alarms.
Page 334 311. 2. Load the leitch.mib file into your SNMP browser/control software. This MIB sets up the basic structure for product specific Leitch MIBs. It can be found under the Private > Enterprise branch, and sets up the leitchProducts and leitchCommon sub-branches.
Page 335 Appendix D: Software Monitoring and Control Using Leitch MIBs Each X75HD/X75SD unit’s MIB can be fully expanded. When you expand an X75 MIB node in the tree view, there are three sub-folders (see Table D-5). Table D-5. MIB Sub-Folders Tree View Item...
Page 336 Appendix D: Software Navigating Parameters in a Leitch MIB Leitch product MIBs contain functionality so that you can view a parameter’s range, walk a device or a frame, or receive alarm traps for a device. See Figure D-9 for an example of alarms shown in a MIB browser.
Page 337 The sub-branches described in Table D-6 are shown inFigure D-8 on page 317. Table D-6. Sub-Branches Under a Parameter in a Leitch MIB Sub-Branch Contains Slot ID (Does not apply to the X75.) Value The current setting of this parameter...
Page 338 Appendix D: Software X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 339 Appendix E Alarms Overview This appendix lists the alarms as they are shown in the Configure Alarms menu. Alarms on X75HD/X75SD units are divided into Major and Minor categories, and this list shows the default category. You can change the priority of the individual alarms by assigning them a number between 1 and 10.
Page 340 Appendix E: Alarms Configure Alarms Options Table E-1 lists the options available in the Configure Alarms menu and their meanings. To reach the individual alarms, press the Option button, and then select Configure Alarms. Table E-1. Configure Alarms Menu Menu Item Description Trigger Time A filter that sets the duration (in seconds) between the time an alarm is detected, and the...
Page 341 Appendix E: Alarms Alarms List Table E-2. X75HD/X75SD Alarms List Trigger Time Clear Time Default Default Alarm Name Priority Setting Setting (seconds) (seconds) AV I/P video missing Major AV I/P burst missing Major AV I/P not locked Major AV I/P frozen Minor AV I/P video low Major...
Page 342 Appendix E: Alarms Table E-2. X75HD/X75SD Alarms List Trigger Time Clear Time Default Default Alarm Name Priority Setting Setting (seconds) (seconds) Ref video missing Major Ref burst missing Major Ref not locked Major Ref SC/H error Major AA1 peaked Major AA1 silent Minor 30.0...
Page 343 Appendix E: Alarms Table E-2. X75HD/X75SD Alarms List Trigger Time Clear Time Default Default Alarm Name Priority Setting Setting (seconds) (seconds) AES2b silent Minor 30.0 HDX Ch1/2 missing Major HDX Ch1 peaked Major HDX Ch1 silent Minor 30.0 HDX Ch2 peaked Major HDX Ch2 silent Minor...
Page 344 Appendix E: Alarms Table E-2. X75HD/X75SD Alarms List Trigger Time Clear Time Default Default Alarm Name Priority Setting Setting (seconds) (seconds) HDX Ch11/12 missing Major HDX Ch11 peaked Major HDX Ch11 silent Minor 30.0 HDX Ch12 peaked Major HDX Ch12 silent Minor 30.0 HDX Ch13/14 missing...
Page 345 Appendix E: Alarms Table E-2. X75HD/X75SD Alarms List Trigger Time Clear Time Default Default Alarm Name Priority Setting Setting (seconds) (seconds) SDX Ch5 peaked Major SDX Ch5 silent Minor 30.0 SDX Ch6 peaked Major SDX Ch6 silent Minor 30.0 SDX Ch7/8 missing Major SDX Ch7 peaked Major...
Page 346 Appendix E: Alarms Table E-2. X75HD/X75SD Alarms List Trigger Time Clear Time Default Default Alarm Name Priority Setting Setting (seconds) (seconds) SDX Ch15 silent Minor 30.0 SDX Ch16 peaked Major SDX Ch16 silent Minor 30.0 Power Supply failed Major Fan failed Major Frozen Video Detected Minor...
Page 347 Appendix E: Alarms Table E-2. X75HD/X75SD Alarms List Trigger Time Clear Time Default Default Alarm Name Priority Setting Setting (seconds) (seconds) Dolby Decoder Ch7 silent Minor 30.0 Dolby Decoder Ch8 peaked Major Dolby Decoder Ch8 silent Minor 30.0 Dolby Decoder Aux missing Major Dolby Decoder AuxL Major...
Page 348 Appendix E: Alarms X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 349 Appendix F Specifications Overview This chapter describes all X75HD/X75SD video, audio, and other miscellaneous performance and hardware specifications. The following specifications are included: • “Video Specifications” on page 332 • “Audio Specifications” on page 340 • “I/O Specifications” on page 343 •...
Page 350 Appendix F: Specifications Video Specifications Input Table F-1. HD-SDI Video Input Specifications Item Specification Standard SMPTE292M (See “HD Conversion Capabilities” on page 349 for more information.) Connector BNC (IEC169-8) Impedance 75Ω Return loss >18 dB, typical, from 5 MHz to 1485 MHz Equalization Adaptive cable equalization for up to—...
Page 351 Appendix F: Specifications Table F-3. SD-SDI Video Input Specifications Item Specification Standard SMPTE259M-C, 270 Mbps, 525/625 component Connector BNC (IEC169-8) Impedance 75Ω Return loss >18 dB from 5 MHz to 270 MHz Equalization >23 dB Belden 8281 cable Table F-4. S-Video Input Specifications Item Specification •...
Page 352 Appendix F: Specifications Table F-5. X75OPT-A3D and X75OPT-PQM Analog Composite Video Input Specifications (Continued) Item Specification Input level 1.0 V pk-to-pk Impedance 75Ω Return loss >40 dB, 0.1 MHz to 6 MHz Common mode range 5.0 V CMRR 60 dB @ 50/60 Hz, 5 V pk-to-pk Setup level range ±7.5 IRE Frequency response...
Page 353 Appendix F: Specifications Table F-6. Component Input Specifications (Continued) Item Specification Return loss >40 dB, 1 kHz to 6 MHz • Y: ±0.15 dB to 5.5 MHz Frequency response • Pb/Pr: ±0.10 dB to 3.0 MHz >60 dB Table F-7. Genlock Input Specifications Item Specification Connector...
Page 354 Appendix F: Specifications Output Table F-8. HD-SDI Video Output Specifications Item Specification Standard SMPTE292M (See “HD Conversion Capabilities” on page 349 for more information.) Connector BNC (IEC169-8) 75 Ω Impedance Return loss >18 dB, typical, from 5 MHz to 1485 MHz 800 mV ±...
Page 355 Appendix F: Specifications Table F-10. SD-SDI Video Output Specifications Item Specification Standard SMPTE259M-C, 270 Mbps, 525/625 component Quantization 10 bits Connector BNC (IEC169-8) Impedance 75Ω Return loss >18 dB from 5 MHz to 270 MHz Signal level 800 mV ± 10% DC offset 0.0 ±...
Page 356 Appendix F: Specifications Table F-12. Component Output Specifications Item Specification Format Betacam Connector BNC (IEC169-8) • Y: 12 bits Quantization • Cb: 10 bits • Cr: 10 bits Impedance 75Ω Return loss >40 dB (1 kHz to 6 MHz) • Y: ±0.1 dB to 5.5 MHz Frequency response •...
Page 357 Appendix F: Specifications Table F-14. DVI Output Specifications Item Specification • 1080i/59.94 Standard • 1080i/50 • 720p/59.94 • 720p/50 Connector DVI-D Rise/fall times 75 ps to 0.4 UI (20% to 80%) Level 1.0 V ± 0.2 V (differential, pk-to-pk) Jitter 0.25 UI X75HD/X75SD Installation and Operation Manual...
Page 358 Appendix F: Specifications Audio Specifications Input Table F-15. AES/DARS Input Specifications Item Specification Balanced Standard AES3 Type Balanced, transformer coupled Connector 2 female DB-26/DB-44 connector with breakout cable Sensitivity <200 mV 110Ω ± 20% (0.1 MHz to 6 MHz) Impedance Common mode rejection 0 V to 7 V (0 kHz to 20 kHz) Input audio rate...
Page 359 Appendix F: Specifications Table F-16. Analog Audio Input Specifications Item Specification Connector Removable barrier strip Input impedance Jumper selectable with J5~J8 • Pin 2-3: 100 kΩ • Pin 1-2: 600 Ω Input analog level 28 dBu to 16 dBu (adjustable by 2 dB increments) CMRR >80 dB @ 60 Hz, typical...
Page 360 Appendix F: Specifications Table F-17. AES Output Specifications (Continued) Item Specification Connector BNC (IEC169-8) Signal level 1.0 V ± 10% (pk-to-pk) Impedance 75Ω Return loss >25 dB, 0.1 MHz to 6 MHz Jitter <± 4 ns, peak value DC offset 0.0 ±...
Page 361 Appendix F: Specifications I/O Specifications Table F-19. Multi-I/O Specifications Item Specification • NTSC Composite output • PAL-B • SECAM • Sync Component output Quantization 8 bits all Time code Input • Number: 2 GPI inputs • Internally pulled HIGH • External contact closure to ground to trigger •...
Page 362 Appendix F: Specifications Table F-21. Thumbnail Streaming Specifications Item Specification Connector RJ-45 • CCS Protocols • SNMP • HTTP Table F-22. V2A Specifications Note Item Specification The measurement result has Measurement window ± 1.64 - 1.66ms delay for HD de- 1.2 seconds between video and audio embedded audio and 1.28 - Time to provide measurement...
Page 363 Appendix F: Specifications Hardware Specifications Table F-24. Weight and Dimension Measurements Item Specification • Fully loaded unit, no power cords: Weight 11 lbs (4.9 kg) • Breakout cables (each): 2.5 lbs (1.1 kg) Height 1RU, 1.75 in. (4.5 cm) Width 19 in.
Page 364 Appendix F: Specifications Power Consumption Table F-25. Power Consumption by Individual Component Component Description Power Consumption @ 115V AC X75HD/X75SD frame with mainboard 17.19 W Local control panel 6.96 W Blank front panel 5.25 W HDTV submodule 28.35 W 8- or 16-channel audio submodule 19.69 W Analog video in submodule (A3D or PQM) 7.88 W...
Page 365 Appendix F: Specifications Table F-26. Power Consumption of Complete Packages Power Systems Individual Description Consumption Configuration Components @115VAC X75HD-LC-2PS 1+3+4+8 X75HD frame with mainboard, blank front 53 W panel, HDTV submodule, and second power supply X75HD-LCAV 1+3+4+5 X75HD frame with mainboard, blank front 70 W panel, HDTV submodule and 16-channel audio submodule...
Page 366 Appendix F: Specifications Table F-26. Power Consumption of Complete Packages Power Systems Individual Description Consumption Configuration Components @115VAC X75-DPS-575AV 1+2+5+6 X75SD equivalent frame to DPS-575AV with 52 W mainboard, local control panel, PQM analog video in and 8-channel audio submodule. X75-DPS-575LC 1+3+6 X75SD equivalent frame to DPS-575LC with...
Page 367 Appendix F: Specifications HD Conversion Capabilities The X75HD model can convert any of the input signals and formats Note listed in Table F-27 to any of the specified output signals and formats. “Y” indicates that this format conversion is supported. Table F-27.
Page 368 Appendix F: Specifications Table F-28. Propagation Delay For CVBS, S-Video/CAV;SD1/SD2/DV, 1080i/59.94, and 720p/59.94 Input HD User SD User Video Decoding FrameSync Up/Dn/Cross SD NR Video Delay Delay CVBS 1 line 0~1 I-frame 1 line ~ 1 I-field 0 ~ 4 I-frames CVBS 1 line 0~1 I-frame...
Page 369 Appendix F: Specifications Output Minimum/Maximum Delays Min. Total Min. Total Max. Total SD ARC Encoding Max. Total Delay (ms) Delay Delay (ms) Delay 1 ~ 3 I-field 6.28uS CVBS, CAV, < 3 lines <0.192 (PAL), Up to: 7 I-frames <280 (PAL), <234(NTSC) S-Vid <0.191(NTSC) 1 ~ 3 I-field...
Page 370 Appendix F: Specifications Table F-29. Propagation Delay For 1080i/50, 1080p/25, and 720p/50 Input HD User SD User Decod- Frame Video Up/Dn/Cross SD NR Video Sync Delay Delay 1080i/50 0~1 I-frame 0~7 I-frames Dn: 1 I-field to 3 I-fields. By default 1 I-frame 1 line ~ 1 I-field 0 ~ 4 I-frames 1080i/50...
Page 371 Appendix F: Specifications Output Minimum/Maximum Delays Min. Min. Total Max. Total SD ARC Encoding Total Max. Total Delay Delay (ms) Delay (ms) Delay 6.28uS CVBS, CAV, S-Vid 1 I-field <20 Up to: 14 I-frames <560 SD-SDI 1 I-field <20 Up to: 14 I-frames <560 1080i/50 1 I-field...
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Page 373 Index Keywords Symbols output specifications terminal blocks – 1 Click Fav parameter Analog Video LED 10/100Base-T cable length button – function Attack Time parameter – A. Proc button Audio Acknowledgement of alarms (AES) inputs Active Alarms parameter (SD-SDI) demuxed Adjusting –...
Page 374 Index – – specifications Option – – synchronizer module Remote tracking Take Audio Channel LEDs Timing Audio Delay parameter – Audio Follows Video mode V Proc – – Audio In button Video In Audio In Src Select parameter Audio Input LEDs Audio Mode LED –...
Page 375 Index GPI inputs Digital audio LEDs – multiple source audio DIP switch – network settings Discrete options – single source audio Display Intensity parameter – – video Display screen Setup parameters X75OPT-A3D-1 module Distribution amplifier X75OPT-AS-16 module Documentation Connections Dolby –...
Page 376 Index – Firmware upgrading Frame-mounted local control panel, installing Impulse Noise Level control Freeze control Ingest video processing Front panels – Initial power-up and control Frz Mode button Input Functional block diagram, video – video and audio processing – video modes –...
Page 377 Modules SD-SDI audio – Dolby Digital Simulcast Status – X75HD TBC status X75HD-AV video input X75OPT-A3 Video Proc Amp – X75OPT-A3D Leitch Web site X75OPT-A3D-1 License key – X75OPT-AS-16/8 Limitations – X75OPT-HDUPG of AllOutSelect – X75OPT-PQM of SD-ARC – X75OPT-STR –...
Page 378 Audio Delay – Noise reducer and audio limiter installation Audio In Src Select – Noise reduction/enhancement Backlight Noise/Artifact Level control Ch1-AFV-SD Non-Leitch control software Configure Alarms Notch filter, A3D module Decay Time NR button Default Numeric values Device IP Display Intensity –...
Page 379 Index – Mute In Freeze Proc Amp controls MuteKeepAlive Processing menu – Noise Gate Level and Noise Gate Time Processing modes – One Click Fav Product packages – Option Path – Preset – QuickTime Player Reference Setup Rename Preset Screen Saver Select Screen Saver Timeout Rear panel description Scroll Mode...
Page 380 Index Simulcast – operation Safety status LED precautions switching terms and symbols Simulcast Enable parameter Sample rate converter Single source Satellite and microwave reception – audio configuration Screen Saver Select parameter video processing Screen Saver Timeout parameter Siting requirements – Scroll knob operation Slope parameter Scroll Mode parameter...
Page 381 Index hardware HD conversion capabilities Take button HD-SDI video input Tape transport wrap-around HD-SDI video output TBC status LED HDTV fiber video input Temperature range HDTV fiber video output – Test signal generator multi-I/O Third-party software control – power consumption Thumbnail streaming RS-232/RS-422 Timing button...
Page 382 X75SD available modules and systems browser control – server software control server software launch Weight and dimension specifications – Working with fiber optics Wrap parameter Writing conventions www.leitch.com X75HD – – modules and systems X75HD-AV module – X75OPT-A3D module – installation and removal X75OPT-A3D-1 module –...
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