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Ross Video Limited UDA-8705A Analog Utility Distribution 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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Environmental Information The equipment that you purchased required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment. To avoid the potential release of those substances into the environment and to diminish the need for the extraction of natural resources, Ross Video encourages you to use the appropriate take-back systems.
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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 •...
Before You Begin ........................ 2-2 Static Discharge..................... 2-2 Unpacking......................2-2 Installing the UDA-8705A....................2-3 Rear Modules for the UDA-8705A ............... 2-3 Installing a Rear Module ..................2-3 Installing the UDA-8705A ..................2-4 Cabling for the UDA-8705A ....................2-5 DFR-8310 Series Frame Cabling Overview............2-5 DFR-8321 Series Frame Cabling Overview............
A Word of Thanks Congratulations on choosing an openGear UDA-8705A Analog Utility Distribution Amplifier. Your UDA-8705A is part of a full line of Analog Products within the openGear Terminal Equipment family of products, backed by Ross Video’s experience in engineering and design expertise since 1974.
Overview The UDA-8705A is an analog general-purpose distribution amplifier. It is very useful in digital systems when there is a requirement for the distribution of a few analog signals, such as a color black reference. The UDA-8705A is a general-purpose amplifier for use in the distribution of analog SD-video, Tri-level sync or AES3id audio.
Functional Block Diagrams This section provides a functional block diagrams that outline the workflow of the UDA-8705A. Figure 1.1 UDA-8705A without Looping, Full Rear Module — Simplified Block Diagram Figure 1.2 UDA-8705A without Looping, Split Rear Module — Simplified Block Diagram Figure 1.3 UDA-8705A with Looping, Full Rear Module —...
Documentation Terms and Conventions The following terms and conventions are used throughout this manual: • “Frame” refers to DFR-8300 series frame that houses the UDA-8705A, as well as any openGear frames. • All references to the DFR-8300 series frame also includes all version of the 10-slot (DFR-8310 series) and 20-slot (DFR-8321 series) frames and any available options unless otherwise noted.
Installation In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for installing the Rear Module(s) for the UDA-8705A, installing the card into the frame, and cabling details. The following topics are discussed: • Before You Begin • Installing the UDA-8705A • Cabling for the UDA-8705A UDA-8705A User Manual (Iss.
Unpacking Unpack each UDA-8705A 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.
JP1 to TERM. Installing a Rear Module If you are installing the UDA-8705A in a DFR-8310-BNC frame, or the Rear Module is already installed, proceed to the section “Installing the UDA-8705A” on page 2-4.
Cards with many heat-producing components should be arranged to avoid areas of excess heat build-up, particularly in frames using convectional cooling. 2. Hold the UDA-8705A by the edges and carefully align the card-edges with the slots in the frame.
This section provides information for connecting cables to the installed Rear Modules on the DFR-8300 series frames. The input of the UDA-8705A can be terminated on the card depending on the rear module used. It is not necessary to terminate unused outputs.
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Card 1 ANLG In ANLG In ANLG Out ANLG Out ANLG Out ANLG Out ANLG Out ANLG Out 9 10 ANLG Out ANLG Out Figure 2.4 Cable Connections for the 8320AR-031 Rear Module 2–6 • Installation UDA-8705A User Manual (Iss. 02)
User Controls In This Chapter This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on the UDA-8705A. The following topics are discussed: • Card Overview • Control and Monitoring Features UDA-8705A User Manual (Iss. 02) User Controls • 3–1...
2) Bootload Button (SW1) 3) Local Termination (JP1) 1. Gain Adjustment (RV2) Use RV2 to adjust the Gain level of the UDA-8705A. This control provides a gain range of +/- 3dB. 2. Bootload Button (SW1) This button is used for factory service in the unlikely event of a complete card failure.
Control and Monitoring Features This section describes the LEDs on the UDA-8705A. Refer to Figure 3.2 for the LED locations. PWR LED GAIN Adjustment (RV2) VIDEO LED AES/OTHER LED Bootload Button (SW1) Figure 3.2 UDA-8705A Card-edge Controls Status LEDs on the UDA-8705A Table 3.1 provides information on the LEDs located on the UDA-8705A card-edge.
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3–4 • User Controls UDA-8705A User Manual (Iss. 02)
Menus In This Chapter This chapter provides a summary of the menus available for the UDA-8705A. The following topics are discussed: • SNMP Monitoring and Control • DashBoard Menus for the UDA-8705A UDA-8705A User Manual (Iss. 02) Menus • 4–1...
Protocol (SNMP), which is compatible with many third-party monitoring and control tools. Refer to your UDA-8705A Management Information Base (MIB) file for a breakdown of SNMP controls on this card. Refer to the DFR-8300 Series User Manual for additional information on SNMP Monitoring and Control.
DashBoard communicates with other cards in the DFR-8300 series frame through the MFC-8300 Series Network Controller Card. This section briefly summarizes the menus, items, and parameters available from the DashBoard Control System™ for the UDA-8705A. Parameters marked with an asterisk (*) are the factory default values. Status Tabs The Status tabs provide read-only information such as software revision issue, signal status, and power consumption of the UDA-8705A.
Serial Number ###### Indicates the serial number of the card Software Rev Indicates the software version Setup Menus Table 4.4 summarizes the Setup options available in DashBoard for the UDA-8705A. Table 4.4 Setup Menu Items Tab Title Item Parameters Description...
Specifications In This Chapter This chapter provides the technical specification information for the UDA-8705A. Note that specifications are subject to change without notice. The following topics are discussed: • Technical Specifications UDA-8705A User Manual (Iss. 02) Specifications • 5–1...
Technical Specifications This section provides the technical specifications for the UDA-8705A. Table 5.1 UDA-8705A Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification 8310AR-030, 8320AR-030: 1 Number of Inputs 8310AR-032, 8320AR-032: 1 8320AR-031: 1 Impedance 75ohm terminating Analog Input 43dB to 5MHz Return Loss...
Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections: • Troubleshooting Checklist • Warranty and Repair Policy UDA-8705A User Manual (Iss. 02) Service Information • 6–1...
If a new software load is not sent to the card within 60 seconds, the card will attempt to restart with its last operational software load. • Software loads can be sent to the UDA-8705A via the connection on the rear of the frame. This completes the procedure for reload the software on a UDA-8705A.
FIVE (5) years from the date of shipment from our factory. In the event that your UDA-8705A 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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