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Important Regulatory and Safety Notices to Service Personnel Before using this product and any associated equipment, refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” listed below so as to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage. Products may require specific equipment, and /or installation procedures be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements.
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OR MOISTURE” Do not block ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not use this apparatus near water. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
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If the module does not appear to be working properly, please contact Technical Support using the numbers listed under the “Contact Us” section on the last page of this manual. All RossGear GearLite products are covered by a generous 3-year warranty and will be repaired without charge for materials or labor within this period.
Status Indicator LED ............3-5 Specifications In This Chapter................4-1 Technical Specifications............ 4-1 Analog Video Levels ............4-2 Service Information In This Chapter................5-1 Warranty and Repair Policy ..........5-1 Ordering Information In This Chapter................6-1 Contents • i UMA-9017 User Manual (Iss. 03C)
A 10-bit DAC and special filtering techniques used in the design achieve a low-artifact video output. The front panel of the UMA-9017 chassis provides a power status LED for visual reference. In addition, user-selectable settings are available to place the UMA-9017 into the proper operating mode.
Functional Block Diagram Figure 1. Simplified Block Diagram of UMA-9017 Functions Features The UMA-9017 SDI Utility Monitoring Amplifier has the following features: • NTSC, PAL, or PAL-N operation • 10-bit DAC resolution • 8-bit data processing • One SDI input •...
Unpacking Unpack each UMA-9017 module you received from the shipping container and check the contents against the packing list to ensure that all items are included. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your sales representative or Ross Video directly.
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BNC connectors. Velcro Strips The included Velcro strips allow the GearLite chassis and power supply to be affixed to a permanent location during use and easily removed for adjustments. Carefully consider the installation location before proceeding; the adhesive is very aggressive and is not easily removed.
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4. To mount the power adaptor, apply the remaining mating Velcro strip set, repeating the previous steps. Installation • 2-3 UMA-9017 User Manual (Iss. 03C)
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Two pads can be used at the rear of the module to help support it when mounted in the GRF-9000 GearLite Rack Frame (see Optional Mounting Accessories). 2-4 • Installation...
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90° angle. Figure 4. BMP-9000 90° Mounting Bracket GRF-9000 The GRF-9000 GearLite Rack Frame is a rack mounting frame system for GearLite modules. The mounting system provides convenient organization for up to nine GearLite modules in only a 2RU space.
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The flat metal plate and small plastic label (see Figure 6) included with every GearLite module are used to mount a module into the GRF-9000. Complete instructions are included in the GRF-9000 User Manual. Figure 6. Flat Metal Plate and Label Positions for GRF-9000 Mounting 2-6 •...
In This Chapter This section provides details of all operating modes and features. The following topics are discussed: • Cable Connections • User Controls • DIP Switches • Status Indicator LED Setup and Operation • 3-1 UMA-9017 User Manual (Iss. 03C)
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Cable Connections Connect the cables to the UMA-9017 according to the designations indicated on the chassis label. The input is internally terminated at 75 Ohms. It is not necessary to terminate unused outputs. Figure 7. UMA-9017 Cable Connections Indicator Label Figure 8.
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See the Important Regulatory and Safety Notices section at the beginning of this manual for details. User Controls The UMA-9017 has the following front edge user controls: • DIP Switches • Status Indicator LED Figure 9. User Controls Setup and Operation •...
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DIP Switches An 8-position DIP switch allows the user to configure the UMA-9017 to fit into almost any installation. Settings are as described in the following table: Table 1. UMA-9017 DIP Switch Menu Vertical Video Standard Chroma Setup Mode Output...
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Status Indicator LED The front edge of the module has an LED indicator to show the status of the amplifier. The module is operating correctly when the Status LED is lit. Table 2. UMA-9017 LED Status Descriptions Display Status Description...
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Specifications In This Chapter This chapter contains the Technical Specifications and Analog Video Levels tables. Technical Specifications Table 3. UMA-9017 - Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification Number of Inputs Signal Standards SMPTE 259M (conversion at Accommodated 270Mb/s only) Serial Digital Input Impedance 75Ω...
>425 mA typical Total Power >2.2 W typical Other Warranty 3-year transferable Specifications are subject to change without notification Analog Video Levels Table 3. UMA-9017 Analog Video Levels NTSC Composite 1Vpp PAL-B/G Video PAL- N Video Level 714mV 525 SETUP ON...
This chapter contains Warranty and Repair Policy information. Warranty and Repair Policy The RossGear UMA-9017 is warranted to be free of any defect with respect to performance, quality, reliability, and workmanship for a period of THREE (3) years from the date of delivery to the customer. In the event that your RossGear...
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In Case of Problems Should any problem arise with your RossGear UMA-9017, please contact the Ross Video Technical Support Department. (Contact information is supplied at the end of this publication.) A Return Material Authorization number (RMA) will be issued to you, as well as specific shipping instructions, should you wish our factory to repair your RossGear UMA-9017.
(Front of rack frame for mounting up to nine GearLite modules in 2RU space) Your UMA-9017 SDI Utility Monitoring Amplifier is part of the GearLite line of the RossGEAR family of products. Ross Video Limited offers a full line of...
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Contact Us Contact our friendly and professional support representatives for the following: • Name and address of your local dealer • Product information and pricing • Technical support • Upcoming trade show information General Business Office 613 • 652 • 4886 and Technical Support PHONE After Hours Emergency...
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