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Ross Video Limited TEA-8207 Triple MD-SDI Equalizing Amplifier User Manual...
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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 •...
Connectors for the DFR-8321 Series Frames............2-5 User Controls Card Overview ........................3-2 Control and Monitoring ....................... 3-3 Status LEDs on the TEA-8207 ................3-3 Factory Default Values..................3-4 Menus SNMP Monitoring and Control ................... 4-2 DashBoard Control System Software .................. 4-3 Status Menus ......................
Congratulations on choosing an openGear TEA-8207 Triple MD-SDI Equalizing Amplifier. Your TEA-8207 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.
TEA-8207 an extremely versatile SDI distribution amplifier. Each channel of the TEA-8207 equalizes the incoming SDI signal, compensating for up to 300m of cable at 270Mbps and over 120m of cable at 1.485Gbps. One SDI channel provides 3 outputs, and the two other SDI channels provide 2 outputs each.
Functional Block Diagram This section provides a functional block diagram that outlines the workflow of the TEA-8207. SDI OUT SDI IN BNC 2 Channel A Equalizer (BNC 1) BNC 4 BNC 3 Channel C Equalizer (BNC 10) BNC 5 BNC 6...
• “Operator” and “User” both refer to the person who uses the TEA-8207. • “Board” and “Card” all refer to the TEA-8207 itself, including all components and switches. • “System” and “Video system” refers to the mix of interconnected production and terminal equipment in which the TEA-8207 operates.
Installation In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for installing the rear modules for the TEA-8207, installing the card into the frame, and cabling details. The following topics are discussed: • Before You Begin • Installing the TEA-8207 • Cabling for the TEA-8207 TEA-8207 User Manual (Iss.
Unpacking Unpack each TEA-8207 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.
2. After selecting the desired frame installation slot, hold the TEA-8207 card by the edges and carefully align the card edges with the slots in the frame.
Connections for the DFR-8310 Series Frames In the DFR-8310 series frame, the TEA-8207 each occupy one slot and provide seven outputs and three SDI inputs. Connect the input and output cables according to Figure 2.2.
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User Controls In This Chapter This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on the TEA-8207. The following topics are discussed: • Card Overview • Control and Monitoring TEA-8207 User Manual (Iss. 06) User Controls • 3–1...
540MBps rates. 4. Bootload Button In the unlikely event of a complete card failure, you may be instructed by a Ross Technical Support specialist to perform a software reload on the card. Refer to the section “Bootload Button” on page 6-2 for details.
Control and Monitoring The TEA-8207 is a three channel distribution amplifier and has components installed into CHANNEL A, B, and C sections of the card. This section describes the TEA-8207 LEDs and Channel Rate Selection buttons. PWR LED OK/ERROR LED...
When lit red or flashing red, this LED indicates the card is not operational. Re-seat card in frame, check the rear module type and connections, or call Ross Video Technical Support. When off, this LED indicates there is no power to the card.
In This Chapter This section provides a detailed explanation on using remote control functions with your TEA-8207. The following topics are discussed: • SNMP Monitoring and Control • DashBoard Control System Software TEA-8207 User Manual (Iss. 06) Menus • 4–1...
TEA-8207 using SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), which is compatible with many third-party monitoring and control tools. Refer to your TEA-8207 MIB (Management Information Base) file for a breakdown of SNMP controls on this card.
DashBoard communicates with other cards in the DFR-8300 series frame through the Network Controller Card. This section briefly summarizes the menus, items, and parameters available from DashBoard for the TEA-8207. Default parameters are noted with an asterisk (*).
Setup Menus Table 4.2 summarizes the Setup menu items available in DashBoard for the TEA-8207. Table 4.2 Setup Menu Items Menu Title Item Parameters Description Sets the rate of Channel A to HD (1.485Gbps). Select this option if a mix of...
Specifications In This Chapter This chapter provides technical specification details on the TEA-8207. Note that specifications are subject to change without notice. The following topics are discussed: • Technical Specifications TEA-8207 User Manual (Iss. 06) Specifications • 5–1...
Technical Specifications This section includes the technical specifications for the TEA-8207. Table 5.1 TEA-8207 Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification Number of Inputs Data Rates Supported Impedance 75Ω terminating SDI Input <300m of Belden 1694A cable @ 270Mbps Equalization <120m of Belden 1694A cable @ 1.485Gbps Return Loss >15dB to 1.485GHz...
Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections: • Troubleshooting Checklist • Warranty and Repair Policy TEA-8207 User Manual (Iss. 06) Service Information • 6–1...
Bootload Button In the unlikely event of a complete card failure, you may be instructed by a Ross Technical Support specialist to perform a complete software reload on the TEA-8207. To perform this task, perform the following steps: 1.
FIVE (5) years from the date of shipment from our factory. In the event that your TEA-8207 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.
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P.O. Box 880, Ross Video Incorporated Ogdensburg, New York, USA 13669-0880 Visit Us Please visit us at our website for: • Company information • Related products and full product lines • On-line catalog • News • Testimonials Ross Part Number: 8207DR-004-06...
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