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Ensemble Designs Avenue 7400 HD/SD Manual

Sync pulse generator and test signal generator data pack including 7400-gps option & 7400-ex option
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  • Page 1 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator Test Signal Generator Data Pack including 7400-GPS Option 7400-EX Option Revision 1.2 SW v2.2.1 N S E M B L E www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-1...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Contents MODULE OVERVIEW 7400 SPG/TSG—Reliable and Easy-To-Use Favorite Test Patterns Customizable Test Patterns Audio Generators Multiple Timecode Generators 7400-EX Expando Module for Total Flexibility 7400-GPS Option for Maximum Precision Reference APPLICATIONS A Complete SPG and TSG System Broadcast...
  • Page 3 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Audio Embedded in the SDI Outputs INSTALLATION 7400-GPS Installation 7400 without GPS 7400-GPS Option Kit 7400-GPS Cabling Detail 7400-GPS Rear View H1 Jumper Safety and Outdoor Antenna Grounding 7400-EX Installation CABLING Generator A Additional Outputs Available with 7400-EX Option...
  • Page 4 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Audio Generation and Routing Parameters for Audio Generator A (Aud Gen A Menu) Setting the Parameters for Timecode A (TCode A Menu) Setting the Parameters for Slate A (Slate A Menu) Selecting the Reference Source and Output Standard for Sync Pulse Generator B (SPG B Menu) Selecting the Pattern Type, Output Standard and Y, Cr and Cb...
  • Page 5 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Parameters for Timecode A (TCode A Menu) Setting the Parameters for Slate A (Slate A Menu) Selecting the Reference Source and Output Standard for Sync Pulse Generator B (SPG B Menu) Selecting the Pattern Type, Output Standard and Y, Cr and Cb Channels for Test Signal Generator B (TSG B Menu) Setting the Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing and Fine Phase...

  • Page 6: Module Overview

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator MODULE OVERVIEW 7400 SPG/TSG—Reliable and Easy-To-Use The 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator/Test Signal Generator is a stable timing source that is perfect for local reference generation in broadcast, remote trucks and post. The 7400 generates the following reference outputs: •...

  • Page 7: Customizable Test Patterns

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Customizable Test Patterns In addition to the standard suite of test patterns, users can create custom test patterns on a computer. Simply transfer test patterns to the included Secure Digital flash memory card using Avenue Logo software and a standard card reader, then insert the memory card into the 7400.
  • Page 8 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator The 7400-GPS option seamlessly integrates into the Avenue system by plugging directly onto the 7400 module. It can be easily installed in the field. The 7400-GPS option consists of a compact, weatherproof antenna (with internal high-gain pre-amp) and a receiver sub module which mounts directly to the 7400 module.
  • Page 9 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-9...

  • Page 10: Applications

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator APPLICATIONS A Complete SPG and TSG System The 7400 can be combined with other Avenue modules to create a complete sync pulse and test signal chain. The 7410 is a four channel HD Tri-Level Sync generator that can output four different types of Tri-Level Sync simultaneously and is very useful in post and hybrid facilities.

  • Page 11: Broadcast

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Broadcast The Avenue 7400 provides a comprehensive set of signals for TV stations. Analog sync, SD bars and black, HD bars and black and audio reference are simultaneously available. You can even output multiple kinds of Tri-Level Sync to support all of your HD equipment.

  • Page 12: Mobile

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Mobile All of the Avenue SPG/TSGs are rugged enough for use in mobile trucks, ENG and helicopters. The Avenue frame has a retainer bar on it that ensures modules in the frame are completely stable. The Avenue 7400 has a wide range of test signals to choose from.

  • Page 13: Post Production

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Post Production The 7400 can output multiple formats of Tri-Level Sync at the same time, fitting the requirements of busy post production houses. At the same time, the 7400 will output HD-SDI test signals, SD SDI and composite test signals, and color black reference.
  • Page 14 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Post House Configuration Example www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-14...

  • Page 15: Timecode

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator TIMECODE How the Timecode is Generated Each of the two (independent) SPG/TSGs on a 7400 module has its own timecode generator. The timecode generator will always run at the same frame rate as the SDI output of that SPG/TSG. SDI Output TC Frame Rate VITC on SD Output...

  • Page 16: Vertical Interval Timecode (Vitc) And Digital Vertical Interval Timecode (Dvitc)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Vertical Interval Timecode (VITC) and Digital Vertical Interval Timecode (DVITC) The 7400 offers the following ways to have Vertical Interval Timecode (VITC) and Digital Vertical Interval Timecode (DVITC): The Analog Composite output of each generator (User-Progammable Output 1) can have VITC carried in the vertical interval.
  • Page 17 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator 7400 Audio Generation and Routing Diagram, portrait www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-17...
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  • Page 19: Installation

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator INSTALLATION Plug the 7400 module into any one of the slots in the 3RU frame or any slot (except slot 3) in the 1RU frame. Install the plastic overlay provided onto the corresponding group of rear BNC connectors associated with the module location.

  • Page 20: 7400-Gps Option Kit

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator 7400-GPS Option Kit The 7400-GPS Option consists of the following components, depicted in the photograph below: • GPS Option submodule • Three coaxial jumper cables • Power and control cable •...

  • Page 21: 7400-Gps Rear View

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator 7400-GPS cabling detail 7400-GPS Rear View The next photo, “7400-GPS rear view, ” shows the installed GPS submodule from the back of the 7400 board. This photo shows the four screws that retain the GPS submodule to the main 7400 module. 7400-GPS rear view www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-21...

  • Page 22: H1 Jumper

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Even if you do not connect the GPS antenna to the 7400-GPS module, it will nevertheless provide greater accuracy than the module’s internal TCXO (Temperature Compensated Crystal Oscillator). H1 Jumper For the 7400-GPS option to function properly, you must install the H1 jumper onto the 7400 module.

  • Page 23: Safety And Outdoor Antenna Grounding

    ” 7400-EX Installation Ensemble Designs is not yet shipping the 7400-EX option. www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-23...

  • Page 24: Cabling

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator CABLING Refer to the 3RU and 1RU backplane diagrams of the module below for cabling instructions. Note that unless stated otherwise, the 1RU cabling explanations are identical to those given in the 3RU diagram. Outputs HD or SD test 7400 SPG signals.
  • Page 25 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator 7400 EX Outputs digital black. SDI Black Out B Outputs composite Cpst Black Out black. Out 4 B Outputs one of the Out 5 B following: Tri-Level Sync Gen 2 - Out 6 B within the selected frame rate family, can...

  • Page 26: Generator A

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Generator A SDI Out A – Outputs HD or SD test signals. Select frame rate family for all of Generator A; 59.94, 50 or 60. Output can include 16 channels of embedded audio – tone, silence, external audio, or audio file. Can also include DVITC.

  • Page 27: Module Configuration And Control

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator MODULE CONFIGURATION AND CONTROL Avenue module parameters can be configured and controlled remotely from one or both of the remote control options: the Avenue Touch Screen or the Avenue PC Application. Once the module parameters have been set remotely, the information is stored on the module CPU.

  • Page 28: Avenue Pc Remote Configuration

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Avenue PC Remote Configuration The Avenue PC remote control status menu for this module is illustrated and explained below. Refer to each menu’s description in the following pages for a summary of available parameters that can be set remotely through the menus illustrated.

  • Page 29: 7400 Avenue Pc Menus

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator 7400 Avenue PC Menus Selecting the Reference Source and Output Standard for Sync Pulse Generator A (SPG A Menu) The SPG A menu controls the SDI Out A BNC. The standard selected determines what signal will be output on the SDI Out A BNC.
  • Page 30 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-30...

  • Page 31: Selecting The Pattern Type, Output Standard And Y, Cr And Cb Channels For Test Signal Generator A (Tsg A Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Selecting the Pattern Type, Output Standard and Y, Cr and Cb Channels for Test Signal Generator A (TSG A Menu) The TSG A menu affects the SDI Out A BNC. It also affects the Out 1A BNC if it has been set to “Follow SDI.
  • Page 32 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator • Number – Select from 0 to 255. This refers to the number associated with up to 255 custom test patterns. • Name – Each of the up to 255 custom test patterns will have a name when loaded from the storage card.

  • Page 33: Setting The Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing And Fine Phase For Generator A (Timing A Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing and Fine Phase for Generator A (Timing A Menu) The Timing A menu shown below allows you to set the timing of the Generator A outputs with respect to the reference selected in the SPG A menu.

  • Page 34: Setting The Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing And Fine Phase For Programmable Output 1A (Pgm 1A Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing and Fine Phase for Programmable Output 1A (Pgm 1A Menu) The Pgm 1 A menu shown below allows you to set the Programmable Output 1A, the Tri-Level Sync output standard, vertical and horizontal timing and fine phase.
  • Page 35 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-35...

  • Page 36: Setting The Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing For Programmable Output 2A And 3A (Pgm 2/3 A Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing for Programmable Output 2A and 3A (Pgm 2/3 A Menu) The Pgm 2/3 A menu shown below allows you to set the Programmable Output 2A and 3A, the output standard and the vertical and horizontal timing for Tri-Level Sync Generator 2.
  • Page 37 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator • TLS Gen 2 Std – Choose the output standard for Tri-Level Sync Generator 2. Choose from: 720p/50 720p/59.94 720p/60 1080i/50 1080i/59.94 1080i/60 1080p/25 1080p/23.98 1080p/24 1080sF/25 1080sF/23.98 1080sF/24 • TLS 2 V Time –...

  • Page 38: Setting The Audio Generation And Routing Parameters For Audio Generator A (Aud Gen A Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Audio Generation and Routing Parameters for Audio Generator A (Aud Gen A Menu) There are two generators on each 7400, Generator A and Generator B. Each of the two generators on the 7400 are identical, with completely independent controls.
  • Page 39 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator • Analog Out – Available selections are: Channels 1/2 Channels 3/4 Channels 5/6 Channels 7/8 Channels 9/10 Channels 11/12 Channels 13/14 Channels 15/16 www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-39...

  • Page 40: Setting The Parameters For Timecode A (Tcode A Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Parameters for Timecode A (TCode A Menu) The TCode A menu shown below allows you to set the parameters for Timecode A. Use the controls to set the following: •...

  • Page 41: Setting The Parameters For Slate A (Slate A Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Parameters for Slate A (Slate A Menu) The Slate A menu shown below allows you to set the parameters for Slate A, an ID Slate with user- programmable text that can overlay the test pattern. Use the controls to set the following: •...

  • Page 42: Selecting The Reference Source And Output Standard For Sync Pulse Generator B (Spg B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Selecting the Reference Source and Output Standard for Sync Pulse Generator B (SPG B Menu) The SPG B menu controls the SDI Out B BNC. The standard selected determines what signal will be output on the SDI Out B BNC.
  • Page 43 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-43...

  • Page 44: Selecting The Pattern Type, Output Standard And Y, Cr And Cb Channels For Test Signal Generator B (Tsg B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Selecting the Pattern Type, Output Standard and Y, Cr and Cb Channels for Test Signal Generator B (TSG B Menu) The TSG B menu affects the SDI Out B BNC. It also affects the Out 1B BNC if it has been set to “Follow SDI.
  • Page 45 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator • Number – Select from 0 to 255. This refers to the number associated with up to 255 custom test patterns. • Name – Each of the up to 255 custom test patterns will have a name when loaded from the storage card.

  • Page 46: Setting The Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing And Fine Phase For Generator B (Timing B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing and Fine Phase for Generator B (Timing B Menu) The Timing B menu shown below allows you to set the timing of the Generator B outputs with respect to the reference selected in the SPG B menu.

  • Page 47: Setting The Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing And Fine Phase For Programmable Output 1B (Pgm 1B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing and Fine Phase for Programmable Output 1B (Pgm 1B Menu) The Pgm 1 B menu shown below allows you to set the Programmable Output 1B, the Tri-Level Sync output standard, vertical and horizontal timing and fine phase.
  • Page 48 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-48...

  • Page 49: Setting The Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing For Programmable Output 2B And 3B (Pgm 2/3 B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing for Programmable Output 2B and 3B (Pgm 2/3 B Menu) The Pgm 2/3 B menu shown below allows you to set the Programmable Output 2B and 3B, the output standard and the vertical and horizontal timing for Tri-Level Sync Generator 2.
  • Page 50 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator • TLS Gen 2 Std – Choose the output standard for Tri-Level Sync Generator 2. Choose from: 720p/50 720p/59.94 720p/60 1080i/50 1080i/59.94 1080i/60 1080p/25 1080p/23.98 1080p/24 1080sF/25 1080sF/23.98 1080sF/24 • TLS 2 V Time –...

  • Page 51: Setting The Audio Generation And Routing Parameters For Audio Generator B (Aud Gen B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Audio Generation and Routing Parameters for Audio Generator B (Aud Gen B Menu) There are two generators on each 7400, Generator A and Generator B. Each of the two generators on the 7400 are identical, with completely independent controls.
  • Page 52 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator • Analog Out – Available selections are: Channels 1/2 Channels 3/4 Channels 5/6 Channels 7/8 Channels 9/10 Channels 11/12 Channels 13/14 Channels 15/16 www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-52...

  • Page 53: Setting The Parameters For Timecode B (Tcode B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Parameters for Timecode B (TCode B Menu) The TCode B menu shown below allows you to set the parameters for Timecode B. Use the controls to set the following: •...

  • Page 54: Setting The Parameters For Slate B (Slate B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Parameters for Slate B (Slate B Menu) The Slate B menu shown below allows you to set the parameters for Slate B, an ID Slate with user- programmable text that can overlay the test pattern. Use the controls to set the following: •...

  • Page 55: Setting Global Parameters For Module Reference And Audio Reference Levels (Global Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting Global Parameters for Module Reference and Audio Reference Levels (Global Menu) The parameters set in the Global menu affect the entire 7400 module. These settings can be applied to Generator A and Generator B. The Global menu shown below allows you to set the parameters for Configuration Reference, Digital Audio Reference Level, Analog Audio Tone Output and Composite Setup.

  • Page 56: Loading Custom Test Signals, Viewing Status (Storage Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Loading Custom Test Signals, Viewing Status (Storage Menu) With the Storage menu shown below, you can load custom test signals from an SD card, view the SD Card Status, Project Name, the Date and Time of the test signal, and the RAM for both generators. Use the controls to set the following: •...

  • Page 57: 7400 Avenue Touch Screen Remote Configuration

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator 7400 Avenue Touch Screen Remote Configuration Selecting the Reference Source and Output Standard for Sync Pulse Generator A (SPG A Menu) The SPG A menu controls the SDI Out A BNC. The standard selected determines what signal will be output on the SDI Out A BNC.
  • Page 58 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-58...

  • Page 59: Selecting The Pattern Type, Output Standard And Y, Cr And Cb Channels For Test Signal Generator A (Tsg A Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Selecting the Pattern Type, Output Standard and Y, Cr and Cb Channels for Test Signal Generator A (TSG A Menu) The TSG A menu affects the SDI Out A BNC. It also affects the Out 1A BNC if it has been set to “Follow SDI.
  • Page 60 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator • Number – Select from 0 to 255. This refers to the number associated with up to 255 custom test patterns. • Name – Each of the up to 255 custom test patterns will have a name when loaded from the storage card.

  • Page 61: Setting The Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing And Fine Phase For Generator A (Timing A Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing and Fine Phase for Generator A (Timing A Menu) The Timing A menu shown below allows you to set the timing of the Generator A outputs with respect to the reference selected in the SPG A menu.

  • Page 62: Setting The Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing And Fine Phase For Programmable Output 1A (Pgm 1A Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing and Fine Phase for Programmable Output 1A (Pgm 1A Menu) The Pgm 1 A menu shown below allows you to set the Programmable Output 1A, the Tri-Level Sync output standard, vertical and horizontal timing and fine phase.
  • Page 63 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-63...

  • Page 64: Setting The Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing For Programmable Output 2A And 3A (Pgm 2/3 A Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing for Programmable Output 2A and 3A (Pgm 2/3 A Menu) The Pgm 2/3 A menu shown below allows you to set the Programmable Output 2A and 3A, the output standard and the vertical and horizontal timing for Tri-Level Sync Generator 2.
  • Page 65 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator • TLS Gen 2 Std – Choose the output standard for Tri-Level Sync Generator 2. Choose from: 720p/50 720p/59.94 720p/60 1080i/50 1080i/59.94 1080i/60 1080p/25 1080p/23.98 1080p/24 1080sF/25 1080sF/23.98 1080sF/24 • TLS 2 V Time –...

  • Page 66: Setting The Audio Generation And Routing Parameters For Audio Generator A (Aud Gen A Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Audio Generation and Routing Parameters for Audio Generator A (Aud Gen A Menu) There are two generators on each 7400, Generator A and Generator B. Each of the two generators on the 7400 are identical, with completely independent controls.
  • Page 67 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator • Analog Out – Available selections are: Channels 1/2 Channels 3/4 Channels 5/6 Channels 7/8 Channels 9/10 Channels 11/12 Channels 13/14 Channels 15/16 www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-67...

  • Page 68: Setting The Parameters For Timecode A (Tcode A Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Parameters for Timecode A (TCode A Menu) The TCode A menu shown below allows you to set the parameters for Timecode A. Use the controls to set the following: •...

  • Page 69: Setting The Parameters For Slate A (Slate A Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Parameters for Slate A (Slate A Menu) The Slate A menu shown below allows you to set the parameters for Slate A, an ID Slate with user- programmable text that can overlay the test pattern. Use the controls to set the following: •...

  • Page 70: Selecting The Reference Source And Output Standard For Sync Pulse Generator B (Spg B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Selecting the Reference Source and Output Standard for Sync Pulse Generator B (SPG B Menu) The SPG B menu controls the SDI Out B BNC. The standard selected determines what signal will be output on the SDI Out B BNC.
  • Page 71 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-71...

  • Page 72: Selecting The Pattern Type, Output Standard And Y, Cr And Cb Channels For Test Signal Generator B (Tsg B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Selecting the Pattern Type, Output Standard and Y, Cr and Cb Channels for Test Signal Generator B (TSG B Menu) The TSG B menu affects the SDI Out B BNC. It also affects the Out 1B BNC if it has been set to “Follow SDI.
  • Page 73 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator • Number – Select from 0 to 255. This refers to the number associated with up to 255 custom test patterns. • Name – Each of the up to 255 custom test patterns will have a name when loaded from the storage card.

  • Page 74: Setting The Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing And Fine Phase For Generator B (Timing B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing and Fine Phase for Generator B (Timing B Menu) The Timing B menu shown below allows you to set the timing of the Generator B outputs with respect to the reference selected in the SPG B menu.

  • Page 75: Setting The Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing And Fine Phase For Programmable Output 1B (Pgm 1B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing and Fine Phase for Programmable Output 1B (Pgm 1B Menu) The Pgm 1 B menu shown below allows you to set the Programmable Output 1B, the Tri-Level Sync output standard, vertical and horizontal timing and fine phase.
  • Page 76 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-76...

  • Page 77: Setting The Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing For Programmable Output 2B And 3B (Pgm 2/3 B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Output, Tri-Level Sync Output Standard, Vertical Timing, Horizontal Timing for Programmable Output 2B and 3B (Pgm 2/3 B Menu) The Pgm 2/3 B menu shown below allows you to set the Programmable Output 2B and 3B, the output standard and the vertical and horizontal timing for Tri-Level Sync Generator 2.
  • Page 78 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator • TLS Gen 2 Std – Choose the output standard for Tri-Level Sync Generator 2. Choose from: 720p/50 720p/59.94 720p/60 1080i/50 1080i/59.94 1080i/60 1080p/25 1080p/23.98 1080p/24 1080sF/25 1080sF/23.98 1080sF/24 • TLS 2 V Time –...

  • Page 79: Setting The Audio Generation And Routing Parameters For Audio Generator B (Aud Gen B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Audio Generation and Routing Parameters for Audio Generator B (Aud Gen B Menu) There are two generators on each 7400, Generator A and Generator B. Each of the two generators on the 7400 are identical, with completely independent controls.
  • Page 80 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator • Analog Out – Available selections are: Channels 1/2 Channels 3/4 Channels 5/6 Channels 7/8 Channels 9/10 Channels 11/12 Channels 13/14 Channels 15/16 www.ensembledesigns.com 7400-80...

  • Page 81: Setting The Parameters For Timecode B (Tcode B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Parameters for Timecode B (TCode B Menu) The TCode B menu shown below allows you to set the parameters for Timecode B. Use the controls to set the following: •...

  • Page 82: Setting The Parameters For Slate B (Slate B Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting the Parameters for Slate B (Slate B Menu) The Slate B menu shown below allows you to set the parameters for Slate B, an ID Slate with user- programmable text that can overlay the test pattern. Use the controls to set the following: •...

  • Page 83: Setting Global Parameters For Module Reference And Audio Reference Levels (Global Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Setting Global Parameters for Module Reference and Audio Reference Levels (Global Menu) The parameters set in the Global menu affect the entire 7400 module. These settings can be applied to Generator A and Generator B. The Global menu shown below allows you to set the parameters for Configuration Reference, Digital Audio Reference Level, Analog Audio Tone Output and Composite Setup.

  • Page 84: Loading Custom Test Signals, Viewing Status (Storage Menu)

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Loading Custom Test Signals, Viewing Status (Storage Menu) With the Storage menu shown below, you can load custom test signals from an SD card, view the SD Card Status, Project Name, the Date and Time of the test signal, and the RAM for both generators. Use the controls to set the following: •...

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting

    • Check cabling to input of module. You may also refer to the technical support section of the Ensemble Designs web site for the latest information on your equipment at the URL below: http://www.ensembledesigns.com/support www.ensembledesigns.com...

  • Page 86: Software Updating

    This module is covered by a five year limited warranty, as stated in the main Preface of this manual. If you require service (under warranty or not), please contact Ensemble Designs and ask for customer service before you return the unit. This will allow the service technician to provide any other suggestions for identifying the problem and recommend possible solutions.

  • Page 87: Specifications

    Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator SPECIFICATIONS Standards Supported 1080i (SMPTE 274M -4,5,6) 50, 59.94 or 60 Hz 720p (SMPTE 296M -1,2,3) 50, 59.94 or 60 Hz 1080p (SMPTE 274M -9,10,11) 23.98, 24, 25 Hz 1080sF (RP211 -14,15,16) 23.98, 24, 25 Hz 625i 50, 525i 59.94 Frame Rate Families Each 7400 has 2 identical Generators, each with a variety of outputs.
  • Page 88 Model 7400 HD/SD Sync Pulse Generator and Test Signal Generator Accuracy and Timing Stability Internal TCXO PAL Fsc 4.43361875 MHz +/- 1 Hz NTSC Fsc 3.579545 MHz +/- 1 Hz Digital Clock Freq Error <0.2 ppm Analog Jitter <1 ns Digital Jitter <0.2 UI (0.13 UI typical) AES Audio Outputs...

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