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Page 1: User Manual
Ross Video Limited DAC-8013A SDI to Analog Component Converter User Manual Ross Part Number: 8013ADR-004 Issue: 01... - Page 2 The information contained in this User Manual is subject to change without notice or obligation. Copyright © 2008 Ross Video Limited. All rights reserved. Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without the written permission of Ross Video Limited. Reproduction or reverse engineering of copyrighted software is prohibited. Notice The material in this manual is furnished for informational use only.
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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 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. - Page 4 Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case users will be required to correct the interference at their own expense. Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Ross Video Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
- 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.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Equipment Supplied ....................4-1 Socket and Button Locations..................4-2 Software Upgrade.....................4-2 Confirming the Upgrade...................4-3 SMPTE 269M Fault Reporting In This Chapter ........................5-1 Overview ........................5-1 Jumper Setup ......................5-2 Frame Connections....................5-2 Details........................5-2 Specifications In This Chapter ........................6-1 Contents • i DAC-8013A User Manual (Iss. 01) - Page 8 Service Information In This Chapter ........................7-1 Troubleshooting Checklist ..................7-1 Warranty and Repair Policy ..................7-2 Ordering Information DAC-8013A and Related Products..................8-1 ii • Contents DAC-8013A User Manual (Iss. 01)
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Page 9: Introduction
Congratulations on choosing the Ross Video DAC-8013A SDI to Analog Component Converter. The DAC-8013A is part of a full line of products within the RossGear Terminal Equipment family, backed by Ross Video’s experience in engineering and design expertise since 1974. -
Page 10: Overview
The ability to monitor certain signal faults and report in SMPTE 269M format is also available. The DAC-8013A occupies one slot in the Ross DFR-8104 1RU and the DFR-8110 2RU digital rack frames. It is also fully compatible with the Leitch* 6800 series digital rack frame. -
Page 11: Features
Features The following features make the DAC-8013A the best solution for converting SDI to analog: • RGB and YPrPb color spaces are supported • Betacam, SMPTE/EBU N10 and MII component modes • Separate high-level sync or composite output • 10-bit processing and conversion •... - Page 12 1-4 • Introduction DAC-8013A User Manual (Iss. 01)
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Page 13: Installation And Setup
Unpacking Unpack each DAC-8013A 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. -
Page 14: Board Installation
Board Installation Use the following procedure to install the DAC-8013A in a RossGear 8000 series digital distribution frame: 1. Refer to the User Manual of the RossGear 8000 series frame, to ensure that the frame is properly installed according to instructions. If this card 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 15: User Controls
User Controls In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections: • Jumper Locations • Input Status LED User Controls • 3-1 DAC-8013A User Manual (Iss. 01) -
Page 16: Jumper Locations
Jumper Locations Use the following information to set up the DAC-8013A jumpers. Figure 3. Jumper Locations ⎯ Fault Report JP1 – Fault Report enables or disables SMPTE 269M Fault Reporting. Select one of the following settings: • EN — Enables SMPTE 269M fault reporting. -
Page 17: Input Status Led
SYNC 4V — Provides 4V p-p sync for equipment that require it. • Composite — Provides a composite signal for monitoring. The DAC-8013A uses the required NTSC or PAL signal to match the input signal. This is the default setting. - Page 18 • The card does not recognize the line format. • The selected output format is not supported for the input format present. 3-4 • User Controls DAC-8013A User Manual (Iss. 01)
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Page 19: Upgrades
Upgrades In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions to properly upgrade your DAC-8013A. To order a DAC-8013A Upgrade Kit, contact Ross Video Technical Support using the information located in the “Contact Us” section of this manual. This chapter contains the following sections: •... -
Page 20: Socket And Button Locations
Figure 5. DAC-8013A Upgrade Socket and Bootload Button Locations Software Upgrade This procedure applies to any software upgrade you may perform on the DAC-8013A. If you are upgrading multiple cards, repeat this procedure for each card to be upgraded. Use the following procedure to upgrade a card: 1. -
Page 21: Confirming The Upgrade
When confirming a card upgrade, the version number of the software is reported by the LED flashing the same number of times as the version. When contacting Ross Video Technical Support, ensure you have the software numbers ready. Reading Software Version Numbers Use the following procedure to read software version numbers: 1. - Page 22 4-4 • Upgrades DAC-8013A User Manual (Iss. 01)
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Page 23: Smpte 269M Fault Reporting
The SMPTE 269M Fault Reporting system, also known as a SMPTE “alarm”, indicates if one or more frame modules encounter a fault or an abnormal condition. The DAC-8013A provides a jumper to enable SMPTE-269M fault reporting. The card connects by means of an internal interface circuit to an auxiliary telco connector on RossGear 8000 series frames. - Page 24 Use the following procedure to set up SMPTE Fault Reporting for the DAC-8013A: 1. To access the JP1, remove the card from the frame by pressing down the white card ejector tab and pulling the card from the frame slot.
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Page 25: Specifications
Specifications In This Chapter This chapter includes the technical specifications for the DAC-8013A card. Specifications • 6-1 DAC-8013A User Manual (Iss. 01) -
Page 26: Video Outputs
Table 2. DAC-8013A Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification Number of Inputs Standards SMPTE 259M-C 270Mb/s 525/625 Lines SDI Input Return Loss >22dB to 300MHz Equalization Automatic, up to 200 meters Input Impedance 75Ω Number of Outputs Standards SMPTE 259M-C 270Mb/s 525/625 Lines Output Impedance 75Ω... -
Page 27: Troubleshooting Checklist
Routine maintenance to this RossGear product is not required. In the event of problems with your DAC-8013A, the following basic troubleshooting checklist may help identify the source of the problem. If the module still does not appear to be working properly after checking all possible causes, please contact your Ross Video products distributor, or the Ross Video Technical Support department at the numbers listed under the “Contact Us”... -
Page 28: Warranty And Repair Policy
FIVE (5) years from the date of shipment from our factory. In the event that your DAC-8013A 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 29: Ordering Information
Ordering Information DAC-8013A and Related Products Your DAC-8013A SDI to Analog Component Converter is a part of the RossGear family of products. Ross Video offers a full line of RossGear terminal equipment including distribution, conversion, monitoring, synchronizers, encoders, decoders, keyers, switchers, as well as analog audio and video products. - Page 30 Notes: 8-2 • Ordering Information DAC-8013A User Manual (Iss. 01)
- Page 31 Notes: Ordering Information • 8-3 DAC-8013A User Manual (Iss. 01)
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Page 32: General Information
613 • 349 • 0006 After-hours Emergency 613 • 652 • 4425 General Information solutions@rossvideo.com E-MAIL Technical Support techsupport@rossvideo.com 8 John Street, Ross Video Limited Iroquois, Ontario, Canada POSTAL K0E 1K0 SERVICE P.O. Box 880, Ross Video Incorporated Ogdensburg, New York, USA 13669-0880...
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