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8900NET
NETWORK INTERFACE MODULE
Instruction Manual
SOFTWARE VERSION 3.2.0
071061202
JUNE 2003

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  • Page 1 8900NET NETWORK INTERFACE MODULE Instruction Manual SOFTWARE VERSION 3.2.0 071061202 JUNE 2003...
  • Page 2 Contacting Grass Valley Region Voice North America (800) 547-8949 Support: 530-478-4148 Pacific Operations +852-2585-6688 Support: 852-2585-6579 U.K., Europe, Asia, Middle East +44 1753 218 777 France +33 1 45 29 73 00 Germany +49 221 1791 234 Copyright © Thomson Broadcast and Media Solutions All rights reserved. Grass Valley Web Site Online User Documentation data sheets, ordering guides, planning guides, manuals, and release notes...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface ..............About This Manual .
  • Page 4 Contents Updating Software ..........Overview .

  • Page 5: Preface

    Preface About This Manual This manual describes the features of a specific 8900 module in the Gecko Signal Processing System family. As part of this module family, it is subject to Safety and Regulatory Compliance described in the Gecko 8900 Series frame and power supply documentation (see the Gecko 8900 Frames Instruc- tion Manual).
  • Page 6 Preface 8900NET Instruction Manual...

  • Page 7: 8900Net Network Interface Module

    8900NET Network Interface Module Introduction The 8900 Network Interface module (8900NET) is designed to operate in all Gecko 8900 Signal Processing frame versions. Note The 8900NET module provides control and monitor access to the frame and its audio/video modules through a web browser graphical user interface (GUI).

  • Page 8: Remote Control Panel

    Introduction Remote Control Panel The 8900NET module with version 2.1 or later software allows the frame to be remotely controlled by external control panels. These panels are con- nected via the Ethernet port. Refer to the control panel documentation for details.

  • Page 9: Installation

    Installation This section describes placing the module in the Gecko 8900 frame and cabling the communications ports. Procedures for power-up, DIP switch settings, and network configuration of the module are described in fol- lowing sections. Module Placement in the Gecko 8900 Frame There are ten cell locations in the frame to accommodate either analog or digital modules.
  • Page 10 Installation To install the 8900NET module in the frame: 1. Insert the module, connector end first (see component side of the module facing to the right side of the frame. Instead of an ejector tab, the 8900NET module has a connector tab with a circular finger-hole for pulling the module.

  • Page 11: Cabling

    Cabling This section describes physical connections, the connectors and cables, used for network communications. Setup procedures for each type of con- nection are described in An example of control and monitoring connectors on the 8900TFN frame are illustrated in Note Figure 5.
  • Page 12 Installation Note The communication parameters for the RS-232 connection are: • Baud rate: 9600 • Data bits: 8 • Parity: none • Stop bits: 1 • Flow control: none The male end connects to J102–Video/BNC or J7–Audio RS-232 connector on the 8900 TFN frame (see Com1 or Com2 on the PC, depending upon the configuration of the com- puter’s I/O ports.
  • Page 13 If the PC uses a 25-pin RS-232 connector, use a cable adapter as shown in Figure Note Figure 7. DB-9 Cable and DB-25 Cable Adaptor Pinout DB-9 Male 8900NET Instruction Manual The 25-pin adaptor is available from Grass Valley as part of cable kit model 8900CAB.

  • Page 14: Ethernet Cable

    Installation Ethernet Cable The 8900NET module enables the frame’s RJ-45 Ethernet connector. Through this port the 8900 frame can connect to: • A single PC with a network card (point-to-point), or • A local area network (LAN) through a network hub. Point-to-Point Connection Figure 8 to-point connection to the controlling PC.
  • Page 15 Local Area Network (LAN) Connection Figure 9 hub. Note Figure 9. LAN RJ-45 Connection and Cable 8900TFN Frame Ethernet RJ-45 connector 8900NET Instruction Manual illustrates the cable connection for a LAN connection to a network Because of varying length requirements and ready availability from network equipment suppliers, this cable is not supplied by Grass Valley.

  • Page 16: Power Up

    Power Up Power Up The various front LED indicators and configuration switches are illustrated Figure initialization process. After initialization the Power LED will be on and the red Network Module LED (labeled NM) should go off. All other LEDs report detected conditions within the frame and the installed modules. If the NM LED does not go off, the board needs servicing.

  • Page 17: Monitor Module Indicator Leds

    Monitor Module Indicator LEDs The possible LED status and conditions indicated are shown in Table 1. Indicator LEDs and Conditions Indicated POWER (green) TEMP (red) (red) (red) (red) (red) Long continuous flashing (red) INHIB (yellow) FAULT (red) COMM (yellow) ETHER (yellow) REM OVR (yellow)

  • Page 18: Enabling Alarms And Fan Speed Control Option

    Enabling Alarms and Fan Speed Control Option Enabling Alarms and Fan Speed Control Option The 8900NET module has two eight-position DIP switches (S1 and S2) that enable or disable the fault reporting functions and the variable fan speed option (see also be sent to SNMP monitoring stations when the SNMP network and Agent software has been installed and configured (see figuration for SNMP on page...

  • Page 19: Establishing Frame Network Identity

    Establishing Frame Network Identity The initial configuration of the 8900NET module, using the RS-232 port (refer to enable the operation of the Web-based GUI. A PC running a terminal emu- lation application is used to set the initial parameters for network commu- nication.

  • Page 20: Setting Frame Network Identity

    Establishing Frame Network Identity Figure 12. Local IP and Subnet Addressing Subnet 1 LOCK 8900TFN frame 127.1.2.3 LOCK 8900TFN frame 127.1.2.4 Setting Frame Network Identity After you have connected the PC to the RS-232 port (refer to munication Port Cable on page terminal emulation application, press the enter/return key several times to see the active prompt.
  • Page 21 Establishing Frame Network Identity If a change is made, it is necessary to reboot this machine. This will occur automatically when you have completed making changes. Do you wish to change any of the values? y/n (n): y For each parameter, you will be given the name of the parameter and its current value in parenthesis.

  • Page 22: Network Configuration Storage

    Web Browser Setup Network Configuration Storage 8900NET software version 3.0.0 and later enables storage of the IP addresses (network configuration) on the frame backplane on frames that are equipped with storage capability (see versions of software and frame types with no storage capacity, the IP addresses are stored on the 8900NET module and stay with the module when it is moved to another frame.

  • Page 23: Web Browser Notes

    Web Browser Notes • If applicable, configure the browser for direct HTTP requests to the frame rather than addressing a Proxy Web Server. The Modular Frame Web Server will typically be installed inside the firewall. • For older Netscape browsers, the Cache should be configured to always refresh.

  • Page 24: Using The 8900Net Gui

    Using the 8900NET GUI Using the 8900NET GUI Once the frame’s first page—Frame Status—has been accessed (see Figure 13 on page in the left column. The Link List is a two-tier list with the frame’s devices at the highest tier and sub-pages for each device in a secondary tier (sub-list) below the parent device.
  • Page 25 Figure 13. 8900NET GUI for Frame Control The Links section lists the frame and its current modules. The selected link's Status page is first displayed and the sub-list of links for the selection is opened. The sub-list allows you to select a particular information page for the selected device. Module Slot Status Module Slot Status icons report one of the following Table 4.

  • Page 26: Older And Legacy Module Support

    Using the 8900NET GUI During initial polling, modules that do not respond immediately may tran- sition to a porary status until a maximum number of sequential attempts fail and a Fault is reported. Note Note Frame Properties The Properties section on the Frame Status page reports: •...
  • Page 27 Legacy Module Support Installation of 8500 and 8800 modules shipped prior to November 15, 1999 will cause interruption of the 8900TFN frame communication bus. Modules shipped after this date have pins removed in the rear connector to provide compatibility. Compatible modules can be identified by the absence of connector pins 10 and 50 (see modules can be returned to Grass Valley for upgrade to the new connector.

  • Page 28: Frame Configuration Page

    Using the 8900NET GUI Frame Configuration Page Use the Frame Configuration page shown in • Activate the Locate Frame function, • Save or recall a frame configuration to a default file, • Assign the frame a name, index number, and location, •...

  • Page 29: 8900Net Module Interface

    8900NET Module Interface This section describes GUI functions for the 8900NET module. Viewing Network Module Status The Status page illustrated in • Module identity, location and internal diagnostic Pass/Fail /Warning, status, • Hardware and software properties, and • Status of on-board hardware configuration switches (set as described in Enabling Alarms and Fan Speed Control Option on page A Status LED icon on each module page changes color to report status of network interface, frame bus, and internal diagnostics:...

  • Page 30: Network Module Configuration For Snmp

    Using the 8900NET GUI Network Module Configuration for SNMP The Grass Valley Modular Control and Monitoring System uses the Simple Network Monitoring Protocol (SNMP) internet standard for reporting status information to remote monitoring stations. The 8900NET Configura- tion page provides SNMP setup. When SNMP Agent software is installed on the 8900NET module, enabled status reports are sent to an SNMP Manager such as the Grass Valley’s NetCentral application.
  • Page 31 Using the 8900NET GUI After reading the agreement, click on to finish installing the SNMP Agree Agent (Figure 18). Clicking the button will abort the SNMP Agent Decline installation and return you to the Configuration page. Figure 18. Installing the SNMP Agent 8900NET Instruction Manual...
  • Page 32 Using the 8900NET GUI When the SNMP Agent is successfully installed, the Configuration page will contain the setup items shown in Figure 19. Configuring the 8900 Network Module with SNMP Agent Installed Select Configuration Enable/disable SNMP status reporting Enable/disable SNMP level of report severity Enter a destination IP address and...

  • Page 33: Snmp Report Activation

    SNMP Report Activation Each report destination has an activation control that can select one of the following modes of operation: • CREATE – GO the next module reboot. • CREATE – WAIT service until the user selects active and then reboots the module. •...

  • Page 34: Media Module Slot Configuration

    Using the 8900NET GUI Media Module Slot Configuration Media module slots may be named to reflect specific functions for that slot or module within the facility. The assigned name is stored on the 8900NET module and travels with that module if it is moved to another frame. To assign a slot name you must access the specific slot’s page and open the Slot Config menu for that slot.

  • Page 35: Hardware Switch Controls

    Assign a name to the input signal to the module in the The slot configuration for each media module is automatically saved peri- odically (once an hour) to the 8900NET module in that frame. You may also select the ration for this slot. The configuration is saved on the 8900NET module. If the 8900NET module is removed or powered down, the stored configura- tions are not saved.

  • Page 36: Rebooting The Net Module

    Using the 8900NET GUI Figure 21. 8900NET Module Network Identification Page Select Network Frame machine address After initial frame network addressing is done using the RS-232 port, sub- sequent address changes may be made using the menu shown above. Note Rebooting the NET Module You can reboot the 8900NET module from the Network page by clicking Reboot...

  • Page 37: Updating Software

    Updating Software The following procedure describes the software download process for the 8900NET module running version 3.2.0 and later. Software download pro- cedures for media modules residing in the networked Gecko 8900 frame will vary according to release date and hardware version. Modules can use the following procedure or may require a special cable assembly as detailed in the Compatibility Matrix in the Appendix on Note...

  • Page 38: Software Update Procedure

    Using the 8900NET GUI Software Update Procedure 1. Acquire the software update files from Grass Valley (refer to Software upgrade packages may be available on the Grass Valley web site. The free FTP server software is also available. a. Connect to the Grass Valley modular software upgrade site using http://www.thomsongrassvalley.com/downloads/ b.
  • Page 39 2. Move or extract the module update files into an FTPD modular directory. The module software update files must reside in a directory that the FTPD can access. The Grass Valley supplied FTPD is configured to access a directory designated: \modular\8900 The new software for the 8900 module will be either a binary file (.bin extension) or a field update file (.fld extension).
  • Page 40 Using the 8900NET GUI b. Double click on the .exe file and extract the files to the temporary • xic3223c.exe – the Xitami installation file, • defaults.cfg – an FTPD configuration file that has been modified • ftpusers.sms – the FTPD’s admin file specifying user names and 4.
  • Page 41 e. You will see Select Destination Directory Figure 24. Select Destination Directory 8900NET Instruction Manual the default settings. Click on Next > Using the 8900NET GUI (Figure 24). Do not change...
  • Page 42 Using the 8900NET GUI g. You will see the Select Program Group screen h. Click on Next > . Figure 25. Select Program Group change the default settings. (Figure 25). Do not 8900NET Instruction Manual...
  • Page 43 Figure 26. Automatic Startup Query 8900NET Instruction Manual You will see the Automatic Startup Query screen Click on Next >. Using the 8900NET GUI (Figure 26). Select...
  • Page 44 Using the 8900NET GUI k. You will see the Administration Password screen Figure 27. FTPD Server Administration Password not enter anything in these fields. Click on Next > (Figure 27). Do 8900NET Instruction Manual...
  • Page 45 m. You will see the Choose Server Profile screen n. Click on Next > . Figure 28. Choose Server Profile o. You will see the Ready To Install screen. Click on Next > . p. Click on Finish . 8900NET Instruction Manual Tiny - never block another task An installation meter box will appear, and upon completion, you will see the Installation Complete! screen.
  • Page 46 Using the 8900NET GUI Figure 29. FTPD Icon in Program Group Window 5. Move the FTP Daemon Start-up Configuration Files. The FTP Daemon has now been installed and requires configuration files be placed in the Xitami directory. a. Open Windows Explorer. b.
  • Page 47 6. Edit the ftpusers.sms file adding the user name information illustrated at the bottom of Figure 30. User Name and Password File ftpuser.sms Modular product user information Note 7. Start the FTPD. If the Xitami Web Server (FTPD) is not already running, start it. a.
  • Page 48 Using the 8900NET GUI Figure 31. Typical FTPD Console Screen ready for FTP connections on port 21 8. With the FTPD running, use the 8900 GUI to initiate software updates. Use the web-browser to: • Access the appropriate Software Update page for a given module, •...
  • Page 49 Figure 32. Serial Port Console and PC Network Connections 8900TFN Frame RS-232 8900TFN Frame Ethernet RJ-45 connector 8900NET Instruction Manual PC running Hyperterm Terminal Emulation Serial Connection for console interface Comm. Parameters: 9600 baud, 8 bits, parity-none, 1 stop, flow-none PC running web browser GUI Ethernet Hub Using the 8900NET GUI...
  • Page 50 Using the 8900NET GUI a. Open a web browser on a PC that is connected over the network to b. Enter the URL of the frame where the module to be updated c. Click on the module’s link and then click on Software Update (the Note Figure 33.
  • Page 51 h. Submit the form and start the update process by entering the user Figure 34. 8900NET Software Download Progress Monitor Figure 35. Login Incorrect 8900NET Instruction Manual name and password and clicking on After you click on , the web page will display a Progress Mon- Apply itor.
  • Page 52 Using the 8900NET GUI k. Once the download has started and there are no error messages, Note Figure 36. 8900NET Software Update Failure Notice 9. Verify the software update results by checking the Installed Software Version in Properties portion of the 8900NET Status web page. The software and firmware (if applicable) numbers should match that indicated in the .bin or .fld file name (see names and version numbers).

  • Page 53: Specifications

    Specifications Table 5. 8900NET Specifications Recommended Software Web browser PC operating system Terminal emulation Environmental Frame temperature range Operating humidity range Non-operating temperature Mechanical Frame type RS-232 connector Ethernet connector Frame alarm connector Power Requirements Supply voltage Power consumption 8900NET Instruction Manual Parameter Netscape 4.x or Internet Explorer 4.x or later Windows 95/98 or later...

  • Page 54: Service

    Service Service The 8900NET modules make extensive use of surface-mount technology and programmed parts to achieve compact size and adherence to demanding technical specifications. Circuit modules should not be ser- viced in the field. If your module is not operating correctly, proceed as follows: •...
  • Page 55 3. Is the correct IP Address/URL being used to address the frame? If a Domain Name is being used to address the frame, try to connect using the frame IP Address instead. The Domain Name may not be properly assigned in the local Domain Name Server or in the workstation’s host file.
  • Page 56 Service 7. Check that network traffic can be routed between the workstation and the frame. a. If the workstation supports a network ping, ping the frame. For b. If the workstation does not support a network ping, ping the c. If the network ping failed, there may be a network problem 8.
  • Page 57 c. Check for possible Ethernet MAC Address collisions. Cannot modify parameters on Web Page 1. Check if parameters can be set for other modules. If so, the module may be in a remote lockout state. a. Check if the LOC/REM – LOCAL jumper on the module is set for b.
  • Page 58 Service Cannot Connect to the Frame From a VTECS1 VideoFrame Control Panel 1. Check that the frame is powered and configured with a 8900NET module on the network. 2. Check that the 8900NET module in the frame is loaded with software version 2 or later.
  • Page 59 Event Messages From the Frame Are Not Being Displayed by NetCentral or Another SNMP Manager Application 1. Check that the frame is powered on and configured with an 8900NET module on the Network. 2. Check that the 8900NET module in the frame is loaded with software version 2.1 or later.
  • Page 60 Service 5. Check that the particular event has been enabled in the frame. • For all events, check that the STATUS switch (Switch 1) on the S2 • For Module Failure-Fixed events: • For Power Supply Failure-Fixed events: • For 8900NET module Failure-Fixed events, check that the •...
  • Page 61 • Check that the SNMP Manager is properly configured to receive the 6. Check the network connectivity between the SNMP Manager and the frame as described in the steps on 8900NET Instruction Manual block of the 8900NET module is Enabled, and Check that the MODULE HEALTH REPORTING page is Enabled.

  • Page 62: Functional Description

    Functional Description Functional Description Refer to the block diagram in tional description. Figure 37. 8900NET Block Diagram +12 V On-board Regulator LEDs User Setup User Setup Temperature Sensing Two temperature sensors on the module report to the microprocessor when they detect: •...

  • Page 63: Rom And Ram

    ROM and RAM Software updates can be made to the 8900NET ROM through the Web- based interface. Non-volatile RAM is provided to store key setup values when power is cycled. Ethernet Port The 10Base-T Ethernet port provides configuration and monitoring access to the frame, frame modules and the 8900NET module using a Web browser.

  • Page 64: Fan Speed Control And Monitor

    Functional Description Fan Speed Control and Monitor The fan speed circuit controls the speed of the fans based upon the ambient temperature in the area in which the frame is located. If the temperature is 30° C or lower, the fans are set to minimum speed. For temperatures above 30°...

  • Page 65: Appendix

    Appendix Compatibility Matrix The compatibility matrix in 8900TFN frame, features that are supported, the module assembly numbers and how software updates are handled. For the latest information on any module, software available and the Release Notes and latest Instruction Manual, visit the Support link on the Grass Valley web site (refer to Table 6.
  • Page 66 Appendix Table 6. 8900 Software Compatibility Matrix - (continued) Model # 8950DAC 8950ADC 8960DEC 8960ENC 8964DEC 8964ENC 8990ARC 8981FS 8981NR 8500 Series 8800 Series Control & Assembly # Monitoring Support 671-4798-00 basic status 671-4798-01 671-4798-02 full c&m 671-4798-03 671-4799-00 basic status 671-4799-01 671-4799-02 full c&m...

  • Page 67: Control And Monitoring Support

    Control and Monitoring Support The following abbreviations are used to indicate the features supported or not supported by the modules listed in • No comm — The module does not support any remote control or mon- itoring functions. • Basic status — The module responds to only low-level probe from the Network module and only returns model number and description.
  • Page 68 Appendix 8900NET Instruction Manual...

  • Page 69: Index

    Index Numerics 25-pin adaptor agent software (SNMP) alarm reporting backplane baud rate block diagram cable crossover Ethernet RS-232 cable kit Comm 1 port compatibility matrix control panel controller module daemon default MAC address DIP switch disables disabling fault reports documentation online domain name server enable SNMP 8900NET Instruction Manual...
  • Page 70 Index J102–RS-232 on Video frame J7–RS-232 on Audio frame LED indicators link list local area network (LAN) locate module MAC (machine) address module installation module compatibility module slot names navigation NET module reboot NetConfig feature software updating Netscape Navigator network addresses network configuration storage network conflicts network identity...
  • Page 71 Index variable fan speed VideoFrame control panel voltage Web browser web site documentation web site FAQ database web site Grass Valley Group web site software download 8900NET Instruction Manual...
  • Page 72 Index 8900NET Instruction Manual...

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