1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. evertz Manuals
  4. Network Hardware
  5. X-9512
  6. Instruction manual

evertz X-9512 Instruction Manual

12 x 1 sdi router & 12 x 1 high definition router
Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
© Copyright 1999, 2000, 2001
EVERTZ MICROSYSTEMS LTD.
5288 John Lucas Drive,
Burlington, Ontario, Canada,
L7L 5Z9
Phone:
905-335-3700
Sales Fax:
905-335-3573
Support Fax:
905-335-0909
Internet:
Sales:
Tech Support: service@evertz.com
Web Page:
Version 1.2 May 2001
The material contained in this manual consists of information that is the property of Evertz Microsystems and is
intended solely for the use of purchasers of the X-9512 and X-HD9512 Routers. Evertz Microsystems expressly
prohibits the use of this manual for any purpose other than the operation of the Router.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the express written permission of Evertz
Microsystems Ltd.
Copies of this guide can be ordered from your Evertz products dealer or from Evertz
Microsystems.
Model X-9512
12 x 1 SDI Router
Model X-HD9512
12 x 1 High Definition Router
Instruction Manual
sales@evertz.com
http://www.evertz.com
&

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the X-9512 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Related Manuals for evertz X-9512

Summary of Contents for evertz X-9512

  • Page 1 Version 1.2 May 2001 The material contained in this manual consists of information that is the property of Evertz Microsystems and is intended solely for the use of purchasers of the X-9512 and X-HD9512 Routers. Evertz Microsystems expressly prohibits the use of this manual for any purpose other than the operation of the Router.
  • Page 3 WARNING Changes or Modifications not expressly approved by Evertz Microsystems Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Use of unshielded plugs or cables may cause radiation interference. Properly shielded interface cables with the shield connected to the chassis ground of the device must be used.
  • Page 4 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual REVISION HISTORY REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE Original Version June 99 Updated Menu structure to support GVG Ten XL protocol and GPI Mode Aug 00 Updated Table 2-4 to correct Pinout labels May 01 Added DIP switch 5 to Table 4-1...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    1.1. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL..................... 1-1 1.2. GLOSSARY ..........................1-2 INSTALLATION..........................2-1 2.1. REAR PANEL ..........................2-1 2.1.1. Digital Video Connections (X-9512) ..................2-1 2.1.2. High Definition Digital Video Connections (X-HD9512) ............2-1 2.1.3. Remote Control Connections ....................2-1 2.1.4. Gen Lock Video Connections....................2-2 2.1.5.
  • Page 6 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual 3.3.8. Selecting the Serial Data Control Mode ................3-5 3.3.9. Selecting the General Purpose Contact Closure Output Functions ........3-5 3.3.10. Selecting the Operating Mode of the General Purpose Inputs..........3-6 3.3.11. Setting the Front Panel Display Brightness................3-6 3.3.12.
  • Page 7 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual 5.4. COMMAND EXAMPLES: ......................5-3 5.4.1. Input Selection – Audio Follow Mode..................5-3 5.4.2. Input Selection – Breakaway Mode..................5-4 5.4.3. Router Status Request......................5-4 Figures Figure 2-1: Rear Panel Layout ......................2-1 Figure 2-2: General Purpose I/O Schematic ..................2-6 Figure 2-3: Powering the General Purpose Input Opto Isolators from the Router ........
  • Page 8 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual This page left intentionally blank TABLE OF CONTENTS Revision 1.2...
  • Page 9 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS OVERVIEW............................1-1 1.1. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL..................... 1-1 1.2. GLOSSARY ..........................1-2 Revision 1.3...
  • Page 10 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual This page left intentionally blank Revision 1.3...

  • Page 11: Overview

    The X-9512 and X-HD9512 series twelve input routing switchers provide a convenient, low cost way to route Standard and High definition serial digital signals. The X-9512 series routers are used for 270, 360 & 540Mb/s standard definition serial digital signals, while the X-HD9512 routers are used for 1.5Gb/s HDTV serial digital signals.

  • Page 12: Glossary

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual 1.2. GLOSSARY CCIR-601 (This document now known as ITU-R601). An international standard for component digital television from which was derived SMPTE 125M and EBU 3246-E standards. CCIR-601 defines the sampling systems, matrix values and filter characteristics for both Y, B-Y, R-Y and RGB component digital television signals.
  • Page 13 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual CABLE EQUALIZATION: The process of altering the frequency response of a video amplifier to compensate for high frequency losses in coaxial cable. CCIR (International Radio Consultative Committee): An international standards committee. (This organization is now known as ITU.) CCIR-601: (This document now known as ITU-R601).
  • Page 14 GVG TEN-XL: A 10 x 1 router made by the Grass Valley Group. The serial control protocol used for this router has become an industry standard. The control protocol used to control the Evertz 95XX series routers is an extension of this protocol.
  • Page 15 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual SMPTE 259M: The SMPTE standard for 525 line serial digital component and composite interfaces. SMPTE 292M: The SMPTE standard for 1125 line serial digital high definition video interfaces. SMPTE 299M: The SMPTE standard for embedding AES audio into SMPTE 292M serial digital high definition video.
  • Page 16 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual This page left intentionally blank Page 1-6 Revision 1.3 OVERVIEW...
  • Page 17 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTALLATION..........................2-1 2.1. REAR PANEL ..........................2-1 2.1.1. Digital Video Connections (X-9512) ..................2-1 2.1.2. High Definition Digital Video Connections (X-HD9512) ............2-1 2.1.3. Remote Control Connections ....................2-1 2.1.4. Gen Lock Video Connections....................2-3 2.1.5.
  • Page 18 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual This page left intentionally blank Revision 1.3...

  • Page 19: Installation

    Figure 2-1: Rear Panel Layout The following sections describe the purpose of the rear panel connectors of the X-9512 and X-HD9512 4 X 1 Router. Sections 2.1.1 to 2.1.5 describe the specific signals that should be connected to the units.

  • Page 20: Table 2-1: Com 1 Pin Definitions

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual Name Description Chassis ground RS-232 Transmit Output RS-232 Receive Input Sig Gnd RS-232 Signal Ground RS-232 RTS Input RS-232 CTS Output Table 2-1: COM 1 Pin Definitions GPI / COM 2 This female high density 15 pin D is a dual function connector. Some of the pins function as an RS-422 serial interface to the optional remote control panel.

  • Page 21: Gen Lock Video Connections

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual 2.1.4. Gen Lock Video Connections GENLOCK is a high impedance loop through for connecting an analog video or tri-level sync (X-HD9512 only) reference. The VIDEO REFERENCE setup menu item is used to select the correct type of video reference being used.

  • Page 22: Changing The Fuses

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual If the router is fitted with dual power supplies, make sure that power is removed from both supplies before performing any work on the unit. The IEC 320 power entry module combines a standard power inlet connector, two 5 x 20 mm fuse holders and an EMI line filter.

  • Page 23: Connecting The General Purpose Inputs And Outputs

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual GPIO 9512 Remote Panel End Loop Through GPIO/COM 2 End 15 Pin D 1 Foot 15 Pin D 5 Feet 9 pin D Female Male Belden 9729 Female --------------- ----drain 1--- -------1b------ GPO1 ---------------...
  • Page 24 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual used to select Video Bus 1 to 12 crosspoint controls. When these GPI inputs set according to the chart in Table 3-1 and GPI input 5 is activated, the corresponding Video Input Bus is routed to the video router output.

  • Page 25: Figure 2-2: General Purpose I/O Schematic

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual Figure 2-2: General Purpose I/O Schematic INSTALLATION Page 2-7 Revision 1.3...

  • Page 26: Figure 2-3: Powering The General Purpose Input Opto Isolators From The Router

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual Figure 2-3: Powering the General Purpose Input Opto Isolators from the Router Alternately, an external voltage source may be applied (Figure 2-4). The Vext voltage must be greater than the voltage supplied to GPI by at least 5v.

  • Page 27: Figure 2-5: Powering The General Purpose Output Opto Isolators From The Router

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual Figure 2-5: Powering the General Purpose Output Opto Isolators from the Router Figure 2-6: Powering the General Purpose Output Opto Isolators from an External Power Supply INSTALLATION Page 2-9 Revision 1.3...

  • Page 28: Controlling The Router Using The External Serial Protocol

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual 2.6. CONTROLLING THE ROUTER USING THE EXTERNAL SERIAL PROTOCOL The 9512 series routers can be controlled from router control devices or it can control other devices employing industry standard router control protocols. Currently the only control protocol supported is the Grass Valley Ten-XL ASCII protocol.
  • Page 29 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual This page left intentionally blank INSTALLATION Page 2-11 Revision 1.3...
  • Page 30 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION............................. 3-1 3.1. OVERVIEW OF THE FRONT PANEL DISPLAY AND CONTROLS ........... 3-1 3.1.1. Video Router Controls......................3-1 3.1.2. Setup Key Group........................3-1 3.1.3. Dual Button Keystrokes......................3-2 3.2. LED STATUS INDICATORS......................3-2 3.3.
  • Page 31 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual This page left intentionally blank Revision 1.3...

  • Page 32: Operation

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual OPERATION The router electronics is housed in a 1RU rack mount frame and is controlled from the built-in front panel controls. Each model can also be purchased with an optional rack mount remote control panel that replaces the built-in control panel.

  • Page 33: Dual Button Keystrokes

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual 3.1.3. Dual Button Keystrokes When two keys are held down at the same time the standard meanings of the keys are modified. Throughout this manual two button keystrokes are referred to as SELECT + ↑ for example. When you see this it means to hold the first key while pressing the second key.

  • Page 34: Front Panel Setup Menu

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual 3.3. FRONT PANEL SETUP MENU The SETUP menu system uses the 16 digit alphanumeric display and provides a quick, intuitive method of configuring the Router. The SETUP Menu contains items that pertain to the overall operation of the router.

  • Page 35: Selecting How The Analog Video Reference Aligns With The Digital Hd Signals (X-Hd9512 Series Only)

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual definition X-9512 series router can accept only NTSC or PAL video references. The high definition X-HD9512 can accept either standard definiton or high definition video references depending on the setting of an internal jumper and DIP switch. See section 2.1.4 for information on setting the jumper and DIP switch.

  • Page 36: Selecting The Serial Data Format For External Remote Control Port

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual 3.3.6. Selecting the Serial Data Format for External Remote Control Port Serial Format 8.n.1 8.o.1 8.e.1 7.n.1 7.o.1 7.e.1 This menu item is used to select the serial data format used by the External Remote Control port. The data format normally will vary depending on the routing switcher control device.

  • Page 37: Selecting The Operating Mode Of The General Purpose Inputs

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual 3.3.10. Selecting the Operating Mode of the General Purpose Inputs GPI Mode Default Input #1 Hold Selection Each of the general purpose inputs is opto-isolated with a pull-up to an externally supplied voltage. See Installation section 2.5 for details about connecting the general purpose inputs.

  • Page 38: Labelling The Sources

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual 3.4. LABELLING THE SOURCES The 9512 Routers provide a simple method of identifying each of the video sources with a 16 character name. To enter the source labeling mode, press and hold the SELECT button and then press the VIDEO BUS button corresponding to the video source you wish to label.
  • Page 39 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual Hold Selection When GPI1 to GPI4 inputs are high and GPI5 is activated, the last Video Input Bus that was routed to the video router output will continue to be routed to the output bus.
  • Page 40 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION......................4-1 4.1. SPECIFICATIONS ........................4-1 4.1.1. Video Specifications X-9512 ....................4-1 4.1.1.1. SD Video Inputs ......................4-1 4.1.1.2. SD Video Output ......................4-1 4.1.2. Video Specifications X-HD9512 .................... 4-1 4.1.2.1.
  • Page 41 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual This page left intentionally blank Revision 1.3...

  • Page 42: Technical Description

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 4.1. SPECIFICATIONS 4.1.1. Video Specifications X-9512 4.1.1.1. SD Video Inputs Standards: SMPTE 259M (270Mb/s, 360Mb/s, 540Mb/s) Number of Inputs: Connector: BNC per IEC 169-8 Equalization: Automatic up to 225m @ 270 Mb/s...

  • Page 43: Hd Video Outputs

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual 4.1.2.2. HD Video Outputs Standard: Same as Input Number of Outputs: 1 (reclocked) Connector: BNC per IEC 169-8 Signal Level: 800mV nominal DC Offset: 0V ±0.5V Rise and Fall Time: 200ps nominal Overshoot: <10% of amplitude Wide Band Jitter: <...

  • Page 44: Updating The Firmware In The Router

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual 4.3. UPDATING THE FIRMWARE IN THE ROUTER The firmware in the 9512 series routers is contained on a FLASH EPROM built into the microcontroller chip (MCU), and can be upgraded easily using a computer running Windows 95 or later, and the appropriate cable connected to the COM1 port on the router rear panel.

  • Page 45: Programming The Mcu Using Winisp

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual This method should only be attempted if the present software in the unit is not functioning sufficiently enough to allow the user to access the UPGRADE SOFTWARE? item on the Setup menu. This method requires the unit to be powered down, the top cover removed, and the DIP switch 7 placed in the ON position.

  • Page 46: Confirming Communications With The Router

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual Care must be taken at this point to ensure that the Vector value of the flash microcontroller is not over written as this can force the MCU into a mode that only can be only corrected by returning the unit to the factory. To prevent this from happening do NOT press the WRITE button in the MISC box.
  • Page 47 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual Then press the ERASE button and a message will appear indicating how long the erase function will take. This is a worst case timing and you should not be alarmed if the erase function is much quicker than indicated.
  • Page 48 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual Power down and then re power the unit and you will have successfully upgraded the software. If you used the DIP switch method to initiate programming, remember to restore DIP switch 7 to its original position.
  • Page 49 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual This page left intentionally blank Page 4-8 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION Revision 1.3...
  • Page 50 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTROLLING 95XX ROUTERS USING GVG TEN-XL ASCII PROTOCOL ........ 5-1 5.1. SERIAL DATA FORMAT ......................5-1 5.2. DEFINITIONS..........................5-1 5.3. COMMAND FORMATS........................ 5-2 5.3.1. Write or Take Command ....................... 5-2 5.3.2. Read or Query Command ..................... 5-2 5.3.3.
  • Page 51 X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual This page left intentionally blank Revision 1.3...

  • Page 52: Controlling 95Xx Routers Using Gvg Ten-Xl Ascii Protocol

    Internal crosspoint numbers are ‘zero-based’, meaning that crosspoint number 1 is accessed as source 0. Since GVG TEN-XL protocol is based on 10 internal crosspoints and the Evertz 12 x 1 router family contains 12 internal crosspoints it was necessary to extend the protocol to include crosspoint #11 and #12.

  • Page 53: Command Formats

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual Data Byte Corresponding Source Hex Value ASCII Character 0x30 0x31 0x32 0x33 0x34 0x35 0x36 0x37 0x38 0x39 0x41 0x42 *- Not found in regular GVG TEN-XL protocol. Table 5-1: Crosspoint numbers and their Internal Source Numbers 5.3.

  • Page 54: Reply Command String

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual [STX][HI ADDR][LO ADDR][ENQ] 5.3.3. Reply Command String This reply is sent back from the router in response to the Write or Read command. It indicates which audio and video crosspoints are active, and the current status of the power supplies.

  • Page 55: Input Selection - Breakaway Mode

    X-9512 and X-HD9512 Series Router Manual 5.4.2. Input Selection – Breakaway Mode Switch the video of the router at address 01 to video input 2 (crosspoint # 1). Switch the audio of the router at address 01 to audio input 4 (crosspoint # 3)

This manual is also suitable for:

X-hd9512

Table of Contents