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- Page 1 Ross Video Limited HDC-8222A HD-Down Converter and Distribution Amplifier User Manual...
- Page 2 The material in this manual is furnished for informational use only. It is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as commitment by Ross Video Limited. Ross Video Limited assumes no responsibility or liability for errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Important Regulatory and Safety Notices Before using this product and any associated equipment, refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” listed below to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage. Products may require specific equipment, and/or installation procedures to be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements. - Page 4 Notice — Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Ross Video Limited could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. CANADA This Class “A” digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
- Page 5 The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use these systems. If you need more information on the collection, reuse, and recycling systems, please contact your local or regional waste administration. You can also contact Ross Video for more information on the environmental performances of our products.
- Page 6 Company Address Ross Video Limited Ross Video Incorporated 8 John Street P.O. Box 880 Iroquois, Ontario Ogdensburg, New York Canada, K0E 1K0 USA 13669-0880 General Business Office: (+1) 613 • 652 • 4886 Fax: (+1) 613 • 652 • 4425 Technical Support: (+1) 613 •...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Before You Begin ........................ 2-2 Static Discharge..................... 2-2 Unpacking......................2-2 Installing the HDC-8222A....................2-3 Rear Modules for the HDC-8222A ............... 2-3 Installing a Rear Module ..................2-3 Installing the HDC-8222A ..................2-4 Cabling for the HDC-8222A....................2-5 DFR-8310 Series Frame Cabling Overview............2-5 DFR-8321 Series Frame Cabling Overview............ - Page 8 Saving and Loading via the Card-edge Controls ..........4-14 Saving and Loading via DashBoard ..............4-14 Loading the Factory Defaults..................... 4-15 Specifications Technical Specifications ...................... 5-2 Service Information Troubleshooting Checklist ....................6-2 Warranty and Repair Policy ....................6-3 ii • Contents HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02)
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Page 9: Introduction
A Word of Thanks Congratulations on choosing an openGear HDC-8222A HD-Down Converter and Distribution Amplifier. Your HDC-8222A is part of a full line of Digital Products within the openGear Terminal Equipment family of products, backed by Ross Video's experience in engineering and design expertise since 1974. -
Page 10: Overview
The HDC-8222A is a high quality 10-bit, HD-Down Converter with Serial Digital pass-through and individual Aspect Ratio Controls for HD and SD inputs. The HDC-8222A bridges SMPTE 292 high definition (HD) and 259M-C standard definition (SD) signal formats; allowing high density and low power conversion of HD signals. -
Page 11: Available Format Conversions
Available Format Conversions The HDC-8222A has extensive re-format and down conversion capabilities. It can act as a down-converter, Aspect Ratio Converter (ARC), and frame rate converter. The format conversions are listed in Table 1.1. Table 1.1 Supported Format Conversions From HD to SD 1080pSF 23.98Hz... -
Page 12: Functional Block Diagrams
Functional Block Diagrams This section provides functional block diagrams that outline the workflow of the HDC-8222A. Input RCLK Copy 1 Input RCLK Copy 2 Re-clocked Outputs Input RCLK Copy 3 Input RCLK Copy 4 Dual Rate HD / SD-SDI Input... -
Page 13: Overview
(S7, S8, S9, and S10) that allow you to select analog composite or SDI for the outputs. The HDC-8222A also has a special feature called Field Lock for 720p down-converts. The 720p signals do not carry information indicating which frame should become a down-converted even field and which should be a down-converted odd field. -
Page 14: Documentation Terms And Conventions
20-slot (DFR-8321 series) frames and any available options unless otherwise noted. • “Dual Rate” refers to multi-definition. • “Frame” refers to DFR-8300 series frame that houses the HDC-8222A card, as well as any openGear frames. • “Lift” refers to black offset. -
Page 15: Installation
Installation In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for installing the Rear Module(s) for the HDC-8222A, installing the card into the frame, cabling details, and updating the card software. The following topics are discussed: • Before You Begin • Installing the HDC-8222A •... -
Page 16: Before You Begin
Unpacking Unpack each HDC-8222A you received from the shipping container and ensure that all items are included. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your sales representative or Ross Video directly. -
Page 17: Installing The Hdc-8222A
However, the specific Rear Module you need to install depends on the frame you are using. Rear Modules for the HDC-8222A The Rear Module for the HDC-8222A depends on the openGear frame you are installing the card into. •... -
Page 18: Installing The Hdc-8222A
Installing the HDC-8222A This section outlines how to install the HDC-8222A in a DFR-8300 series frame. If the HDC-8222A is to be installed in any compatible frame other than a Ross Video product, refer to the frame manufacturer’s manual for specific instructions. -
Page 19: Cabling For The Hdc-8222A
Note that the number and type of outputs is dependent on the rear module you are using. DFR-8310 Series Frame Cabling Overview In the DFR-8310 series frames, the HDC-8222A is used with the following Rear Modules: • 8310AR-030 Rear Module — Each card occupies one slot and provides one HD/SD-SDI input, four output copies of the re-clocked input, and four SD-SDI/CVBS outputs. -
Page 20: Software Upgrades
— DashBoard version 3.0.0 or higher is required for this procedure. To upgrade the software on a card 1. Contact Ross Technical Support for the latest software version file. 2. Display the Device View of the card by double-clicking its status indicator in the Basic Tree View. -
Page 21: User Controls
User Controls In This Chapter There are two methods for monitoring the HDC-8222A: via DashBoard™, or using the LEDs and switches on the card-edge. This chapter provides a general overview of the controls available on the card-edge of the HDC-8222A. -
Page 22: Card Overview
Menu selection utilizing a bi-directional upper and lower range limit. 3. Function Select Switches (S3 and S4) Use S3 and S4 in conjunction with S2, to select parameters to configure for the HDC-8222A. The parameter number (00-99) is selected with the rotary switches as follows: •... -
Page 23: Configuring The Dip Switches
This section outlines the Control Settings (S1) which enables you to control the primary functions of the HDC-8222A from the card-edge. There are eight DIP Switches numbered S1.1 to S1.8. Use these DIP Switches, sometimes in conjunction, to access and configure various features of the HDC-8222A. - Page 24 This switch enables or disables color on the SD analog output. Field Lock (S1.8) This switch enables or disables the Field Lock feature on the HDC-8222A. The Field Lock feature is used to ensure that the output SD signals have the correct field polarity when 720p 59.94Hz and 720p 50Hz signals are used as the input.
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Page 25: Control And Monitoring Features
Control and Monitoring Features The front-edge of the HDC-8222A has LED indicators for communication activity. This section provides information on the LEDs located on the card-edge of the HDC-8222A. Refer to Figure 3.3 for the location of the LEDs. POWER LED... -
Page 26: Adjusting Menu Parameters On The Card-Edge
Table 3.2 LEDs on the HDC-8222A Color Display and Description Green When lit green, this LED indicates an HD lock. LOCK Flashing When flashing, this LED indicates that there is no signal present. STATUS Orange When lit orange, this LED indicates an SD lock. -
Page 27: Menus
Menus In This Chapter This chapter provides a summary of the menus available for the HDC-8222A. The following topics are discussed: • DashBoard Menus for the HDC-8222A • Card-edge Menu System • Managing Card Settings • Loading the Factory Defaults HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. -
Page 28: Dashboard Menus For The Hdc-8222A
This section briefly summarizes the menus, items, and parameters available from the DashBoard Control System™ for the HDC-8222A. Parameters marked with an asterisk (*) are the factory default values. The DashBoard Control System™ enables you to monitor and control openGear frames and cards from a computer. -
Page 29: Scalar Tab
The default setting for this menu item is dependant on the HD to SD ARC setting. Refer to the section “H Zoom and V Zoom Default Values” below. The default setting is 50. The default setting is 10. HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02) Menus • 4–3... -
Page 30: Ancillary Data Tab
Disables this feature Time Code Output Specifies the output line to embed Range 6-22 Line D-VITC on When using NTSC formats, you must select a line between 12-22. The default value is 14. 4–4 • Menus HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02) -
Page 31: Proc Control Tab
Enables the reticules on the Enable analog/composite output Analog Reticule Disable* Disables this feature Enable 4x3 Safe Area Reticules Disable* (Overlay) Enable 4x3 Full Aperture Disable* Enable 16x9 Safe Area Disable* Enable Center Cross Disable* HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02) Menus • 4–5... - Page 32 • If Modify is set to Center Cross — The Horizontal Size defaults to 9, the Vertical Size defaults to 15, Horizontal Thickness defaults to 1, and Vertical Thickness defaults to 1. 4–6 • Menus HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02)
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Page 33: Analog Output Tab
Refer to the section “Card-edge Menu System” on page 4-10 for details on reporting the status of SW1, position 8. This feature is not fully implemented at this time. Adjusting this feature may produce undesired results. The buttons are disabled when S1.1 is set for (local) card-edge control. HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02) Menus • 4–7... -
Page 34: Downmixer Tab
(non-downmix) as selected using the Pass Through Group Deembed setting (configured in the Analog Audio Analog Output tab) Downmix Select Routes downmix L and R to analog audio Ch 1/2 outputs Channel 1 and Channel 2 4–8 • Menus HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02) - Page 35 Channel 3 and Channel 4 Embedded audio channels not selected for downmixing or de-embedding are not affected by these controls. Other groups are passed unaffected as embedded audio on the card SDI output. HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02) Menus • 4–9...
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Page 36: Card-Edge Menu System
This section summarizes the Card-edge Menu system of the HDC-8222A. Navigation The HDC-8222A has additional parameters which will need to be accessed less frequently. These are controlled via the rotary switches (S3 and S4) and the up/down thumb switch (S2) located on the card-edge. - Page 37 UP — Enable DOWN — Disable Downmixer Downmix Enable: UP — Enable DOWN — Disable (default) Input Channel Select: UP — Increment channel select DOWN — Decrement channel select (default is chnl 1) HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02) Menus • 4–11...
- Page 38 4x3 Full Aperture (Vertical Bars) 4x3 Full Aperture (Vertical Bars) size 4x3 Full Aperture (Vertical Bars) thickness 4x3 Save Area Enable 4x3 Safe Area Horizontal Size 4x3 Safe Area Vertical Size 4x3 Safe Area Horizontal Thickness 4–12 • Menus HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02)
- Page 39 Ensure that S1.8 is set to On in order to validate the selection for this item. The Vbit Correction feature is not fully implemented at this time. Adjusting this feature may produce undesirable results. HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02) Menus • 4–13...
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Page 40: Managing Card Settings
5. Toggle the Menu Select Switch (S2) up. All LEDs will flash when the operation is complete. Saving and Loading via DashBoard This section outlines how to save and load the settings for your HDC-8222A using the options in DashBoard. To use DashBoard: 1. -
Page 41: Loading The Factory Defaults
4. Toggle the Menu Select Switch (S2) up. The three LEDs will flash. To reset to the default settings using DashBoard: 1. Ensure that S1.1 is set to ON on the card-edge. This enables the HDC-8222A to be controlled remotely via DashBoard. - Page 42 4–16 • Menus HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02)
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Page 43: Specifications
Specifications In This Chapter This chapter provides the technical specification information for the HDC-8222A. Note that specifications are subject to change without notice. The following topics are discussed: • Technical Specifications HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02) Specifications • 5–1... -
Page 44: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications This section includes the technical specifications for the HDC-8222A. Table 5.1 HDC-8222A Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification Number of Inputs SMPTE-292 HD-SDI: 1.485Gpbs or 1.485/M Gbps Data Rates Supported SMPTE 259M-C SD-SDI: 270Mbps 720p 25Hz 720p 29.97Hz 720p 50Hz 720p 59.94Hz... - Page 45 Table 5.1 HDC-8222A Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification Differential Gain <0.6% Differential Phase <0.6° Analog Video Signal Level 1V p-p Outputs NTSC: -220mV DC Offset PAL: -350mV Analog Audio Number of Outputs 4 balanced Outputs Power Consumption Power HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02)
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Page 47: Service Information
Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections: • Troubleshooting Checklist • Warranty and Repair Policy HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02) Service Information • 6–1... -
Page 48: Troubleshooting Checklist
Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required. In the event of problems with your HDC-8222A, the following basic troubleshooting checklist may help identify the source of the problem. If the frame still does not appear to be working properly after checking all possible causes, please contact your openGear products distributor, or the Technical Support department at the numbers listed under the “Contact Us”... -
Page 49: Warranty And Repair Policy
FIVE (5) years from the date of shipment from our factory. In the event that your HDC-8222A proves to be defective in any way during this warranty period, Ross Video Limited reserves the right to repair or replace this piece of equipment with a unit of equal or superior performance characteristics. - Page 50 Notes: 6–4 • Service Information HDC-8222A User Manual (Iss. 02)
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