MXA-3901H-B4, and MXA-3901H-C4 HDTV Audio Multiplexers. Installation and Operation Manual. Edition B

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1 MXA-3901H-B4, and MXA-3901H-C4 HDTV Audio Multiplexers Installation and Operation Manual Edition B

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3 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 HDTV Audio Multiplexers Installation and Operation Manual Edition B ovember 2005

4 Trademarks and Copyrights Warranty Information CCS, CCS CoPilot, CCS avigator, CCS Pilot, Command Control System, CineTone, CinePhase, CineSound, DigiBus, DigiPeek, Digital Glue, DigiWorks, DTV Glue, EventWORKS, EZ HD, Genesis, HDTV Glue, Image Q, Inca, Inca Station, InfoCaster, Inscriber, Inscriber CG FX, Integrator, LeFont, Leitch, LogoMotion, MediaFile, MIX BOX, EO, the EO design, EOSCOPE, ewsflash, exio, Opus, Panacea, PanelMAPPER, Portal, PROM-Slide, RouterMAPPER, RouterWORKS, Signal Quality Manager, SpyderWeb, SuiteView, TitleMotion, UIFRAME, Velocity, VelocityHD, VideoCarte, Videotek, and X75 are trademarks of Leitch Technology International Inc. which may be registered in the United States, Canada, and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Copyright 2005, Leitch Technology International Inc. All rights reserved. This publication supersedes all previous releases. Printed in Canada. The Leitch Limited Warranty Policy provides a complete description of your warranty coverage, limitations, and exclusions, as well as procedures for obtaining warranty service. See the inside back cover of this manual for a warranty summary. To view the complete warranty, visit ii MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

5 Contents Trademarks and Copyrights... ii Warranty Information... ii Preface Manual Information... vii Purpose... vii Audience... vii Revision History... vii Writing Conventions... viii Obtaining Leitch Documents... ix Unpacking the Module... ix Safety Standards and Compliances...x Safety Terms and Symbols...x Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive... xi Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive.. xii Chapter 1: Introduction Overview...1 Product Descriptions...2 Main Features...3 Front and Back Modules...4 Front Module...4 Back Modules...5 Plug-In Adapter...6 Signal Flow...7 Chapter 2: Installation and Removal Overview...9 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual iii

6 Contents Packing List Installing MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Modules Removing MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Modules Setting Jumpers Upgrading MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Firmware Upgrading the Firmware (Discovery Method) Upgrading the Firmware (Drag-and-Drop Method) Correcting a Failed Upgrading Procedure Setting the Module to Fail-Safe Loader Mode Upgrading the Firmware in Fail-Safe Mode Rebooting the Module Chapter 3: Operation Overview Operation otes Audio Embedding Modes Audio Embedding Errors Audio Output Channel Status (OutxxStat) Input Channel V-Bit Feedback (InxxVbitFb) Audio Embedding Channel Source Selection Input Audio Rate HD-SDI Presence Indicator PCM and on-pcm Processing Channel Summing (PCM Processing only) on-pcm Processing Cross-Functional Parameter Changes Channel Dithering Channel Word Length avigating the Operator and All Lists Operator and All List Parameters Setup Parameters Alarms Alarm Synchronization Identifying the Cause of an Alarm Enabling or Disabling an Alarm Parameter Restoring Default Settings EOScope State Recovery Parameter Availability LEDs and Module Indicators iv MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

7 Contents General Overview...43 Card-Edge LED Locations...44 LED Descriptions...45 Module Indicator Descriptions...46 Chapter 4: Specifications Overview...47 Inputs...48 HD-SDI Video Input...48 AES Balanced Audio Input (MXA-3901H-B4)...48 AES Unbalanced Audio Input (MXA-3901H-C4)...49 Outputs...50 HD-SDI Video Output...50 Miscellaneous...51 Power Consumption...51 Start-Up Time...51 Propagation Delay...51 Appendix A: Tree-View avigation Overview...53 avigating the Tree View...54 Tree View Parameters...55 Appendix B: Audio Bit Manipulation Overview...59 Channel Status Bits...60 otes Channel Status...63 Validity and User Bits...64 Audio Sampling...64 Index Keywords...65 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual v

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9 Preface Manual Information Purpose Audience This manual details the features, installation, operation, maintenance, and specifications of the Leitch EO MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 HDTV Audio Multiplexers. This manual is written for engineers, technicians, and operators responsible for the installation, setup, maintenance, and operation of the EO MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 HDTV Audio Multiplexers. Revision History Table P-1. Revision History Edition Date Revision History A ovember 2003 Initial Release B ovember 2005 Revisions to product codes, updates to system capacity limitations, SDIPrsnt parameter, and manual templates. MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual vii

10 Preface Writing Conventions This manual adheres to the following writing conventions. Table P-2. Writing Conventions Term or Convention Bold Italics CAPS Description Indicates dialog box, property sheet, field, button, check box, list box, combo box, menu, submenu, window, list, and selection names Indicates addresses, names of books and publications, and first instances of new terms and specialized words that need emphasis Indicates a specific key on the keyboard, such as ETER, TAB, CTRL, ALT, DELETE Code Indicates variables or command-line entries, such as a DOS entry or something you type into a field. > Indicates the direction of navigation through a hierarchy of menus and windows. hyperlink Internet address ote Indicates a jump to another location within the electronic document or elsewhere Indicates a jump to a Web site or URL Indicates important information that helps to avoid and troubleshoot problems viii MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

11 Preface Obtaining Leitch Documents Unpacking the Module Installation, navigation, configuration, and setup information is now included in the EO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual. If your current EO frame manual is Edition A, B, C, or D, you will need to download an updated version from the Leitch Web site to access this information. Leitch documents can be viewed or downloaded from the Leitch Web site at (go to Support>Documentation). Alternatively, contact your Leitch customer service representative to request a document. Before you install and configure EO modules, follow these steps: 1. Check the equipment for any visible damage that may have occurred during transit. 2. Confirm that you have received all items listed on the packing list. 3. Remove the anti-static shipping pouch, if present, and all other packaging material. 4. Retain the original packaging materials for possible reuse. 5. Contact your Leitch sales representative if parts are missing or damaged. Keep at least one set of original packaging in the event that a product needs to be returned for service. If the original package is not available, you can purchase replacement packaging from Leitch Technology. Otherwise, you can supply your own packaging as long as it meets the following criteria: The packaging must be able to withstand the product s weight. The product must be held rigid within the packaging. There must be at least two inches (five centimeters) of space between the product and the container. The corners of the product must be protected. If the product is still within the warranty period, Leitch Technology will return it to you by prepaid shipment after servicing. MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual ix

12 Preface Safety Standards and Compliances Safety Terms and Symbols See the EO Safety Instructions and Standards Manual to find the safety standards and compliances for this EO series product. A safety manual is shipped with every FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual and can be downloaded from the Leitch Web site at Alternatively, contact your Leitch customer service representative for a copy of this safety manual. This manual uses the following safety terms and symbols. See your EO Safety Instructions and Precautions Guide for more information. Table P-3. Safety Terms and Symbols Used in Manual WARIG: Statements identifying conditions or practices that can result in personal injury or loss of life: High voltage is present. Uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure may be sufficient to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTIO: Statements identifying conditions or practices that can result in damage to the equipment or other property: Important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. x MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

13 Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Preface Directive 2002/95/EC commonly known as the European Union (EU) Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS) sets limits on the use of certain substances found in electrical and electronic equipment. The intent of this legislation is to reduce the amount of hazardous chemicals that may leach out of landfill sites or otherwise contaminate the environment during end-of-life recycling. The Directive takes effect on July 1, 2006, and it refers to the following hazardous substances: Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Cadmium (Cd) Hexavalent Chromium (Cr-V1) Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB) Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE) In accordance with this EU Directive, all Leitch Technology products sold in the European Union will be fully RoHS-compliant and lead-free. (See the Leitch Web site, for more information on dates and deadlines for compliance.) Spare parts supplied for the repair and upgrade of equipment sold before July 1, 2006 are exempt from the legislation. Leitch equipment that complies with the EU directive will be marked with a RoHS-compliant symbol, as shown in Figure 1. Figure 1. RoHS Compliance Symbol MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual xi

14 Preface Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive The European Union (EU) Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) deals with the collection, treatment, recovery, and recycling of electrical and electronic waste products. The objective of the WEEE Directive is to assign the responsibility for the disposal of associated hazardous waste to either the producers or users of these products. Effective August 13, 2005, producers or users will be required to recycle electrical and electronic equipment at the end of its useful life, and must not dispose of the equipment in landfills or by using other unapproved methods. (Some EU member states may have different deadlines.) In accordance with this EU Directive, Leitch Technology International, Inc. and other companies selling electric or electronic devices in the EU will affix labels indicating that such products must be properly recycled. (See the Leitch Web site, for more information on dates and deadlines for compliance.) Contact your local Leitch sales representative for information on returning these products for recycling. Leitch equipment that complies with the EU directive will be marked with a WEEE-compliant symbol, as shown in Figure 2. Figure 2. WEEE Compliance Symbol xii MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

15 Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ote Installation, navigation, configuration, and setup information for EO modules is now included in the EO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual. If your current EO frame manual is Edition A, B, C, or D, you will need to download an updated version from the Leitch Web site ( to access this information. The MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 modules are HDTV audio multiplexers designed for EO 1RU and 3RU rack-mounted frames. This chapter covers the following topics: Product Descriptions on page 2 Front and Back Modules on page 4 Signal Flow on page 7 See the FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Installation and Operation Manual for information about EO frames. The frame manual includes information about these items: General information about module unpacking, installation, removal, navigation, configuration, and setup Card-edge screen savers State recovery parameters Fan modules Resource modules Alarm interconnect modules Power supplies Servicing instructions MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 1

16 Chapter 1: Introduction Product Descriptions The MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Multiplexers are processing modules that have the capability to embed four groups of AES audio into HD-SDI video. The MXA-3901H-B4 embeds audio from balanced sources, while the MXA-3901H-C4 embeds audio from unbalanced sources. As well, an audio processing amplifier allows for control over the audio. Audio delay is provided to compensate for processing delay in the video path. The modules each provide one HD video serial digital input, four AES digital audio inputs, one active reclocked HD-SDI output, and three HD-SDI outputs with embedded audio. A standard module, based on a PowerPC processor, provides module control and data processing. The MXA-3901H comes in two versions: MXA-3901H-B4 Balanced MXA-3901H-C4 Unbalanced Like other EO products, each MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 module can be operated by card-edge controls, local and remote control panels, and Command Control System TM software. 2 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

17 Chapter 1: Introduction Main Features ote Future firmware releases may support additional video standards and frame rates. These are the main features of the MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 modules: SMPTE 292M HD serial inputs Four AES digital audio inputs One reclocked serial digital SMPTE 292M output Three serial digital SMPTE 292M outputs with SMPTE 299M embedded audio Auto-detect or user-forced input video standard 16-bit, 20-bit or 24-bit audio processor Digital equalizer (supports Belden 8281 and newer thin coax cables like Alcatel SD02) Capability to pass VAC Audio processing amplifier with controls for delay, gain, invert, and channel multiplexing and averaging Capability for control via card-edge, hardware control panel (EO frame) and remote GUI applications such as CCS Pilot (a 3901RES-E resource module is required for Ethernet control) EOScope video signal monitor at card-edge Audio test tone generator MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 3

18 SDI I PRESET (green) AUTO (green) 720P (green) 1080I (green) 1035I (green) 1080P/sF (green) REFERECE PRESET (white) FREEZE (white) DARS PRESET (white) EMBED ERROR (red) DEEMBED ERROR (white) Chapter 1: Introduction Front and Back Modules Front Module Figure 1-1 shows the position of the LEDs and card-edge controls on the front modules of the MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4. Front modules are designated by the suffix -FM. For example, the front module of the MXA-3901H-B4 is the MXA-3901H-B4-FM. Front view Escape button 64 X 16 VFD submodule Remote/Local switch (hidden) Visible display area Extractor handle av+/av- switch (up/down) Enter button Top view Module indicators Remote/Local switch Remote Local SW1 REM LOC av + av - Enter Esc Majo r Alar m Mino r Alar m Powe r Module Status LEDs MAJOR ALARM ALARM MIOR POWER MODULE STATUS Escape button av+/av- switch (up/down) Enter button Extractor handle Figure 1-1. Card-Edge Controls of MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Front Modules 4 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

19 Chapter 1: Introduction Back Modules In the EO frame, back modules are placed directly behind the front modules. Back modules are designated by the suffix -BM. For example, the back module of the MXA-3901H-B4 is the MXA-3901H-B4-BM. Figure 1-2 and Figure 1-3 show the back module connections for the MXA-3901H-B4-BM and MXA-3901H-C4-BM back modules. BALACED AES IPUT OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 HD SDI IPUT OUTPUT HD SDI ACTIVE LOOP MXA-3901H-B4 Figure 1-2. MXA-3901H-B4 Back Module I 1 AES I 2 AES I 3 AES I 4 AES OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 HD SDI IPUT OUTPUT HD SDI ACTIVE LOOP MXA-3901H-C4 Figure 1-3. MXA-3901H-C4 Back Module Back Module Pinouts Figure 1-4 shows the pinouts for the Balanced AES Output connector on the MXA-3901H-B4-BM back module AES 1 In + G - AES 3 In + G - + G - + G - AES 2 In AES 4 In 14 1 Figure 1-4. Pinouts on the MXA-3901H-B4 -BM Back Module MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 5

20 Chapter 1: Introduction Plug-In Adapter ote The AIB MF is a universal adapter. Some terminals on this adapter are not used with the MXA-3901H-B4-BM back module. The balanced back modules (MXA-3901H-B4-BM) are shipped with a detachable plug-in adapter (AIB MF) for connecting twisted pair audio cables directly to the back modules. Figure 1-5 shows the locations of the pinouts and screw terminals for the plug-in adapter. Balanced input/output connections AES 2 out AES 1 out DARS in G - + G - + G - + AES 1 input AES 2 input AES 3 input AES 4 input AES 1 in G + - AES 3 out G + - AES 4 out G + - DB25 male DB25 female Audio processing AES 2 in AES 3 in AES 4 in G + - G + - G + - AIB MF MXA-3901H-B4 Figure 1-5. Pinouts for the AIB MF Plug-In Adapter 6 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

21 Chapter 1: Introduction Signal Flow Figure 1-6 illustrates the signal flow of the MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 modules. Reclocked SDI out HD SDI in Re-clock & EQ Deserializer Audio embedding Serializer HD SDI out 4 AES coax or 4 AES balanced audio inputs AES 1 SRC CPU control interface AES 2 AES 3 SRC SRC Audio processing AES 4 SRC SDRAM Figure 1-6. Functional Block Diagram of the MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Modules MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 7

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23 Chapter 2 Installation and Removal Overview Caution Before installation, please read the EO Safety Instructions and Precautions Manual. This document contains important information about the safe installation and operation of EO products. Installation, navigation, configuration, and setup information is now included in the EO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual. If your current EO frame manual is Edition A, B, C, or D, you will need to download an updated version from the Leitch Web site ( to access this information. In this chapter, you can find information on the following topics: Packing List on page 10 Installing MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Modules on page 10 Removing MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Modules on page 10 Setting Jumpers on page 10 Upgrading MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Firmware on page 11 Correcting a Failed Upgrading Procedure on page 15 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 9

24 Chapter 2: Installation and Removal Packing List Each EO MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 module package includes the following: One MXA-3901H-B4 or C4-FM front module One MXA-3901H-B4 or C4-BM back module One MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 HDTV Audio Multiplexers Installation and Operation Manual per order One AIB MF plug-in adapter module (MXA-3901H-B4) Installing MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Modules EO FR-3903-E and FR-3923-E frames that have more than ten MXA-3901H-B4 and/or MXA-3901H-C4 modules installed will not be able to support remote Ethernet communications. Leitch recommends installing a maximum of ten of these modules in EO 3RU frames where remote control is required. The remaining two slots should not be used. In cases where remote control is not required, twelve MXA-3901H-B4 and/or MXA-3901H-C4 modules may be installed in EO 3RU frame. For general information about installing EO modules, see your EO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual. Removing MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Modules Setting Jumpers This module requires no specialized removal procedures. For general information about removing EO modules, see your EO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual. This module does not require you to set any local jumpers. 10 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

25 Chapter 2: Installation and Removal Upgrading MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Firmware Firmware upgrading is a routine procedure that you must perform to install newer versions of software on the MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 modules. Pilot, Co-Pilot, or avigator software applications are required for this procedure. You can use either the Discovery or the drag-and-drop method. When performing the upgrading procedure, check the appropriate readme file to confirm which files are needed. Use care to ensure that you upload the correct files to the intended module. If for some reason the upgrade fails, the module may not respond to controls and will appear to be non-functional. In that event, follow the procedures described in Correcting a Failed Upgrading Procedure on page 15. Upgrading the Firmware (Discovery Method) Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware using the Discovery method: 1. Download the most recent appropriate upgrade package from the Leitch Web site or from your CD-ROM, and then unzip the upgrade package. 2. If the affected module has not been discovered, perform the Discovery operation, as described in your CCS software application manual or online help. 3. Double-click the device icon. The Configuration... window opens. On the Software Upgrade tab, the /slotx/boot (where x is the slot number) directory appears in the Select the device directory to transfer to: field. 4. Click Add, and in the Add Upgrade Files box, browse and select the boot folder in the module s upgrade; click OK. The Add Upgrade Files box appears. 5. Select the file and then click OK. 6. Click Perform Transfer and then click Yes. This may take several minutes. MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 11

26 Chapter 2: Installation and Removal Caution You must delete unwanted files in the Add upgrade files for transfer to device: field before transferring the files. Otherwise, the upgrading procedure will fail. 7. Wait for the message File transfer to device succeeded in the status bar. If an fl0 folder is included in the.zip file, the files within that folder must now be uploaded as shown below. (In some cases, the readme file may indicate other separate files must be uploaded instead.) Follow these steps to upload the remaining files: 1. On the Software Upgrade tab, select the /slotx/fl0 (where x is the slot number) directory in the Select the device directory to transfer to: field. 2. Click Add, and in the Add Upgrade Files box, browse and select the fl0 folder in the module s upgrade package. 3. Click OK. 4. Select the files shown in the Add Upgrade Files box, and then click OK. 5. Select and delete unwanted files (for example: vxworks.lzs) in the Add upgrade files for transfer to device: field by clicking Remove. 6. Click Perform Transfer and then click Yes. 7. Wait for the message File transfer to device succeeded. This may take a moment. 8. Click Reboot Device and then click Yes. 9. Wait 30 seconds, and then close the Configuration... box. The module name appears at the card edge. 12 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

27 Chapter 2: Installation and Removal Upgrading the Firmware (Drag-and-Drop Method) Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware using the drag-and-drop method: 1. Download the appropriate most recent upgrade package from the Leitch Web site or from your CD-ROM, and then unzip the upgrade package. 2. If the affected module has not been discovered by your CCS software application, enter the Build mode, and then drag or copy and paste the module s device icon from the catalog folder into the etwork or Discovery folder. 3. Right-click the device icon and then select Properties. 4. On the RO or Device tab of the avigation Properties box, enter the IP address of the frame that holds the module. (See Figure 2-1.) Caution Do not make changes in the third field (located above and to the right of the Set Default button.) Enter frame IP number here Do not make changes in this field Figure 2-1. avigation Properties Box 5. In the last field, enter the slot number of the module, and then close the window. 6. Double-click the device icon. The Configuration... window opens. On the Software Upgrade tab, the /slotx/boot (where x is the slot number) directory appears in the Select the device directory to transfer to: field. 7. Click Add, and in the Add Upgrade Files box, browse and select the boot folder in the module s upgrade. MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 13

28 Chapter 2: Installation and Removal Caution You must delete unwanted files in the Add upgrade files for transfer to device: field before transferring the files. Otherwise, the upgrading procedure will fail. 8. Click OK. The Add Upgrade Files box appears. 9. Select the file and then click OK. 10. Click Perform Transfer and then click Yes. This may take several minutes. 11. Wait for the message File transfer to device succeeded in the status bar. If an fl0 folder is included in the.zip file, the files within that folder must now be uploaded as shown below. (In some cases, the readme file may indicate other separate files must be uploaded instead.) Follow these steps to upload the remaining files: 1. On the Software Upgrade tab, select the /slotx/fl0 (where x is the slot number) directory in the Select the device directory to transfer to: field. 2. Click Add, and in the Add Upgrade Files box, browse and select the fl0 folder in the module s upgrade package. 3. Click OK. 4. Select the files shown in the Add Upgrade Files box, and then click OK. 5. Select and delete unwanted files (for example: vxworks.lzs) in the Add upgrade files for transfer to device: field by clicking Remove. 6. Click Perform Transfer and then click Yes. 7. Wait for the message File transfer to device succeeded. This may take a moment. 8. Click Reboot Device and then click Yes. 9. Wait 30 seconds and then close the Configuration... box. The module name appears at the card edge. 14 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

29 Chapter 2: Installation and Removal Correcting a Failed Upgrading Procedure Firmware upgrades may fail in the event of network interruptions, power failures, or if too much data is uploaded to the EO module. Often, uploads of too much data can occur for one of the following reasons: The boot file (typically vxworks.lzs) was accidentally uploaded during the fl0 procedure, instead of the boot procedure. Files were sent to the wrong EO module. The particular hardware version of the module requires only some (but not all) of the available fl0 files. The upgrade.zip file was mistakenly sent to the module. All of these problems can be corrected by re-installing the firmware while in a fail-safe mode, as described in the following pages. When you are performing this procedure, check the appropriate readme file to confirm which files are needed. Use care to ensure that you upload the correct files to the intended module. Setting the Module to Fail-Safe Loader Mode Follow these steps to set a EO module to the fail-safe loader mode: 1. Remove the affected module from the EO frame. 2. Press the av switch down while simultaneously pressing both the Escape and Enter buttons. 3. While still pressing the buttons and the navigation switch, reinsert the module into the frame and hold for approximately three seconds until the display on the module reads Offline-H (or Offline-L) Upload Required. Upgrading the Firmware in Fail-Safe Mode ote To successfully upgrade the firmware, you must follow these steps in the exact sequence described. Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware in the fail-safe mode: 1. Download the most recent appropriate upgrade package from the Leitch Web site or from your CD-ROM, and then unzip the upgrade package. MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 15

30 Chapter 2: Installation and Removal 2. If the affected module has not been discovered by your CCS software application, enter the Build mode, and then drag or copy and paste the module s device icon from the catalog folder into the etwork or Discovery folder. 3. Right-click the device icon and then select Properties. 4. On the RO or Device tab of the avigation Properties box, enter the IP address of the frame that holds the module. (See Figure 2-2.) Caution Do not make changes in the third field (located above and to the right of the Set Default button.) Enter frame IP number here Do not make changes in this field Figure 2-2. avigation Properties Box 5. In the last field, enter the slot number of the module, and then close the window. 6. Double-click the device icon. The Configuration... box opens. On the Software Upgrade tab, the /slotx/boot (where x is the slot number) directory appears in the Select the device directory to transfer to: field. 7. Click Add, and in the Add Upgrade Files box, browse and select the boot folder in the module s upgrade. 8. Click OK. 9. Select the file and then click OK. 10. Click Perform Transfer and then click Yes. This may take several minutes. 11. Wait for the message File transfer to device succeeded in the status bar. 16 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

31 Chapter 2: Installation and Removal Rebooting the Module ote Some EO modules will reboot automatically. In these cases, the Reboot button will be grayed out. During this time, the module s card-edge display will show the word Rebooting before the name of the module appears. These modules do not require the fl0 file. Caution You must delete unwanted files in the Add upgrade files for transfer to device: field before transferring the files. Otherwise, the upgrading procedure will fail. Follow these steps to reboot the affected EO module: 1. Click Reboot Device, and then click Yes. After the module has rebooted, a message box advises you to wait until the device has rebooted. 2. Wait 30 seconds. 3. On the Software Upgrade tab, select the /slotx/fl0 (where x is the slot number) directory in the Select the device directory to transfer to: field. 4. Click Add, and then browse and select the fl0 folder in the module s upgrade package. 5. Click OK. 6. Select the files shown in the Add Upgrade Files box, and then click OK. 7. Select and delete unwanted files (for example: vxworks.lzs) in the Add upgrade files for transfer to device: field by clicking Remove. 8. Click Perform Transfer and then click Yes. 9. Wait for the message File transfer to device succeeded. This may take a moment. 10. Click Reboot Device and then click Yes. 11. Wait 30 seconds, and then close the Configuration... box. The module name appears at the card edge. MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 17

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33 Chapter 3 Operation Overview Installation, navigation, configuration, and setup information is now included in the EO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual. If your current EO frame manual is Edition A, B, C, or D, you will need to download an updated version from the Leitch Web site ( to access this information. This chapter describes how to operate the MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 modules using card-edge controls. The following topics are found in this chapter: Operation otes on page 20 PCM and on-pcm Processing on page 25 Cross-Functional Parameter Changes on page 27 avigating the Operator and All Lists on page 31 Operator and All List Parameters on page 32 Setup Parameters on page 39 Alarms on page 40 EOScope on page 42 State Recovery Parameter Availability on page 42 LEDs and Module Indicators on page 43 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 19

34 Chapter 3: Operation Operation otes Caution Failure to observe these Operation otes will result in accidental changes to the module s parameter settings. When using the MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 modules, observe the following operation notes: If you change parameters within 16 seconds after the MXA-3901H-B4 or MXA-3901H-C4 banner first appears on the VFD, your changes will not be saved. Parameter changes that you make after this 16-second delay will be saved and restored if the module loses power and must be restarted. Although the effect of a parameter change may appear to be immediate, the module requires 20 seconds to save the latest change. If another change is made during these 20 seconds, the first parameter change and the second parameter change will not be saved until 20 seconds after the second parameter change. There is no limit to the number of changes that can be made within 20 seconds of each other. However, none of these changes will be saved until 20 seconds after the last parameter change. When the FctryRcl (factory recall) parameter is set to Yes, the module takes several seconds to reset all of the parameters. (See the Operator and All List Parameters on page 32 or the Tree View Parameters on page 55 to view the factory recall default settings.) Setup parameters are not affected by the factory recall mode. Changes in some parameters will cause additional changes in other parameters, or lock them out entirely. See page 27 for more information on these cross-functional parameter changes. Leitch recommends that you terminate any unused coaxial output connectors with a 75Ω terminator. 20 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

35 Chapter 3: Operation Audio Embedding Modes ote The Append and OverWrt settings are only valid if the audio group to be embedded does not already exist. ote Refer to the G1Exists, G2Exists, G3Exists and G4Exists parameters to determine what audio groups are already present in the incoming HD signal. The audio embedding modes are G1EmbMode, G2EmbMode, G3EmbMode and G4EmbMode. Below is a brief description of the Off, Append, OverWrt and Auto settings. Off This setting disables embedding of the selected audio group. Append The embedder will attempt to insert the audio data and control packets immediately following the last existing audio data/control packet in the horizontal ancillary region. OverWrt The embedder will attempt to overwrite existing audio data and control packets of the same group number with the new audio data. In this setting, if the new sample distribution does not exactly match the existing audio data packet sample distribution, the embedder will mark some audio data packets for deletion (DID word will be set to 180h). Auto The embedder will first attempt to overwrite existing audio data and control packets of the same audio group number. Failing that, the embedder will append the new audio data and control packets immediately following the last existing audio data/control packet. MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 21

36 Chapter 3: Operation Audio Embedding Errors Below are descriptions of the G1-4AppErr and G1-4OvrWtErr audio embedding errors. G1-4AppErr This error will occur if the embedder is set to Append mode for a particular audio group, but that audio group already exists in the incoming HD signal. In this case, the embedder will not embed another audio data and control packet of the same audio group, as this will result in incorrect audio sample distribution. G1-4OvrWtErr This error will occur if the embedder is set to Overwrite mode for a particular audio group, but that audio group does not already exist in the incoming HD signal. Audio Output Channel Status (OutxxStat) Below are descriptions of the three parameter options for audio output channel level status. Peak The audio output level has reached a level of 0 dbfs. Silence The audio output level is lower than -96 dbfs. ormal The audio output level is between the Peak and Silence threshold levels. Input Channel V-Bit Feedback (InxxVbitFb) Below are descriptions of the two parameter options for input channel validity bit status. On The V-Bit of the incoming audio channel is set to 1. This can indicate that the audio sample word data is invalid (or possibly compressed audio) and is not suitable for D/A conversion. Off The V-Bit of the incoming audio channel is set to 0. This can indicate that the audio sample word data is valid and is suitable for D/A conversion. 22 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

37 Chapter 3: Operation Audio Embedding Channel Source Selection On the MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 modules, the following audio source selections are available for each OutxSrc parameter: AES 1A AES 1B AES 2A AES 2B AES 3A AES 3B AES 4A AES 4B AES 1 Sum AES 2 Sum AES 3 Sum AES 4 Sum Test Tone 1 (750 Hz, -20 dbfs) Test Tone 2 (1.5 khz, -20 dbfs) Test Tone 3 (3 khz, -20 dbfs) Test Tone 4 (6 khz, -20 dbfs) If any of the AES input channels are of a on-pcm format, then a channel summation (AES x Sum) of the channel for any OutxSrc is not a valid selection. For example, if AES 1A or AES 1B (or both) are on-pcm, then AES 1 SUM is not a valid selection for any OutxSrc parameter. See on-pcm Processing on page 26 for the handling of on-pcm input channels. MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 23

38 Chapter 3: Operation Input Audio Rate When embedding audio in PCM mode (OutxxFrmt = PCM or OutxxFrmt = Auto and OutxxFrmFb = PCM), the input audio rate may be from 32 khz to 108 khz. This input audio will be sample rate converted to 48 khz prior to embedding in the HD video signal; as well, the embedder will indicate 48 khz in the "Rate" word of the audio control packet for each embedded audio group. When embedding audio in on-pcm mode (OutxxFrmt = on-pcm or OutxxFrmt = Auto and OutxxFrmFb = on-pcm), the input audio rate must be 48 khz and frequency locked to the source video. In this scenario, the sample rate conversion function is bypassed and the embedder will indicate 48 khz in the "Rate" word of the audio control packet for each embedded audio group. HD-SDI Presence Indicator The following table describes how the MXA-3901H-B4 or MXA-3901H-C4 indicates the presence of the HD-SDI signal. SdiPrsnt Value Yes o Description One of the following conditions has taken place: The SdiStdSet parameter is set to Auto and the StiStdFb parameter is recognized as being on the supported video standards. The video standard for the StiStdSet parameter that matches the detected standard as reported in the SdiStdFb parameter. One of the following conditions has taken place: The HD-SDI signal is physically not connected to the module. In this situation, the SdiStdFb parameter will report Unknown. The SdiStdSet parameter does not match the SdiStdFb parameter. As a result, the module indicates that the user-selected video standard is not present. 24 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

39 Chapter 3: Operation PCM and on-pcm Processing Channel Summing (PCM Processing only) If you select AES 1 Sum, AES 2 Sum, AES 3 Sum, or AES 4 Sum as the source, the result is the sum of the two parts of the channel divided by two (the mean average). For example, AES 1 Sum = (AES 1A + AES 1B) 2 Therefore, the stereo signal is averaged, creating a monaural signal. See Figure 3-1 for an illustration of this process. Mute AES1 AES1a AES1b AES2 AES2a AES2b Out16 AES3 AES3a Out03 AES4 AES3b AES4a Out02 Out01 AES4b AES1 AES1a AES1b (A+B)/2 AES1sum AES2 AES2a AES2b (A+B)/2 AES2sum AES3 AES3a AES3b (A+B)/2 AES3sum AES4 AES4a AES4b (A+B)/2 AES4sum Test Tone 1 Test Tone 2 Test Tone 3 Test Tone Hz 1.5 khz 3 khz 6 khz Figure 3-1. PCM Processing of the Audio Mux Signal MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 25

40 Chapter 3: Operation on-pcm Processing Compressed non-pcm audio signals cannot be summed and averaged out. Therefore, if you select one of these options, the sources that appear in the Out01Src to Out16Src parameters are arbitrarily matched odd/even to left/right. Example: AES 1A and AES 1B inputs are of a on-pcm format, and AES 1 Sum is selected for the Out01Src and Out02Src parameters. Since the on-pcm channels cannot be summed and averaged, then the output channel assignments are as follows: Out01Src is assigned AES 1A (matched Odd number to Left channel) Out02Src is assigned AES 1B (matched Even number to Right channel) 26 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

41 Chapter 3: Operation Cross-Functional Parameter Changes Table 3-1. Cross-Functional Parameters When you select values in certain specific parameters, you force changes to occur in other parameters. Table 3-1 lists the forced settings and disabled parameters that result when you change certain parameter settings. Condition Forced Setting Disabled Parameters Out01Frmt = on-pcm or Out01Frmt = Auto & Out01FrmFb = on-pcm Out01Frmt = PCM or Out01Frmt = Auto & Out01FrmFb = PCM Out02Frmt = on-pcm or Out02Frmt = Auto & Out02FrmFb = on-pcm Out02Frmt = PCM or Out02Frmt = Auto & Out02FrmFb = PCM Out03Frmt = on-pcm or Out03Frmt = Auto & Out03FrmFb = on-pcm Out03Frmt = PCM or Out03Frmt = Auto & Out03FrmFb = PCM Out04Frmt = on-pcm or Out04Frmt = Auto & Out04FrmFb = on-pcm Out04Frmt = PCM or Out04Frmt = Auto & Out04FrmFb = PCM Out05Frmt = on-pcm or Out05Frmt = Auto & Out05FrmFb = on-pcm Out01Gain = 0 db Out01Invrt = o Out02Gain = 0 db Out02Invrt = o Out03Gain = 0 db Out03Invrt = o Out04Gain = 0 db Out04Invrt = o Out05Gain = 0 db Out05Invrt = o Out01Gain = Disabled Out01Invrt = Disabled Out01Gain = Enabled Out01Invrt = Enabled Out02Gain = Disabled Out02Invrt = Disabled Out02Gain = Enabled Out02Invrt = Enabled Out03Gain = Disabled Out03Invrt = Disabled Out03Gain = Enabled Out03Invrt = Enabled Out04Gain = Disabled Out04Invrt = Disabled Out04Gain = Enabled Out04Invrt = Enabled Out05Gain = Disabled Out05Invrt = Disabled MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 27

42 Chapter 3: Operation Table 3-1. Cross-Functional Parameters (Continued) Condition Forced Setting Disabled Parameters Out05Frmt = PCM or Out05Frmt = Auto & Out05FrmFb = PCM Out06Frmt = on-pcm or Out06Frmt = Auto & Out06FrmFb = on-pcm Out06Frmt = PCM or Out06Frmt = Auto & Out06FrmFb = PCM Out07Frmt = on-pcm or Out07Frmt = Auto & Out07FrmFb = on-pcm Out07Frmt = PCM or Out07Frmt = Auto & Out07FrmFb = PCM Out08Frmt = on-pcm or Out08Frmt = Auto & Out08FrmFb = on-pcm Out08Frmt = PCM or Out08Frmt = Auto & Out08FrmFb = PCM Out09Frmt = on-pcm or Out09Frmt = Auto & Out09FrmFb = on-pcm Out09Frmt = PCM or Out09Frmt = Auto & Out09FrmFb = PCM Out10Frmt = on-pcm or Out10Frmt = Auto & Out10FrmFb = on-pcm Out10Frmt = PCM or Out10Frmt = Auto & Out10FrmFb = PCM Out11Frmt = on-pcm or Out11Frmt = Auto & Out11FrmFb = on-pcm Out06Gain = 0 db Out06Invrt = o Out07Gain = 0 db Out07Invrt = o Out08Gain = 0 db Out08Invrt = o Out09Gain = 0 db Out09Invrt = o Out10Gain = 0 db Out10Invrt = o Out11Gain = 0 db Out11Invrt = o Out05Gain = Enabled Out05Invrt = Enabled Out06Gain = Disabled Out06Invrt = Disabled Out06Gain = Enabled Out06Invrt = Enabled Out07Gain = Disabled Out07Invrt = Disabled Out07Gain = Enabled Out07Invrt = Enabled Out08Gain = Disabled Out08Invrt = Disabled Out08Gain = Enabled Out08Invrt = Enabled Out09Gain = Disabled Out09Invrt = Disabled Out09Gain = Enabled Out09Invrt = Enabled Out10Gain = Disabled Out10Invrt = Disabled Out10Gain = Enabled Out10Invrt = Enabled Out11Gain = Disabled Out11Invrt = Disabled 28 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

43 Chapter 3: Operation Table 3-1. Cross-Functional Parameters (Continued) Condition Forced Setting Disabled Parameters Out11Frmt = PCM or Out11Frmt = Auto & Out11FrmFb = PCM Out12Frmt = on-pcm or Out12Frmt = Auto & Out12FrmFb = on-pcm Out12Frmt = PCM or Out12Frmt = Auto & Out12FrmFb = PCM Out13Frmt = on-pcm or Out13Frmt = Auto & Out13FrmFb = on-pcm Out13Frmt = PCM or Out13Frmt = Auto & Out13FrmFb = PCM Out14Frmt = on-pcm or Out14Frmt = Auto & Out14FrmFb = on-pcm Out14Frmt = PCM or Out14Frmt = Auto & Out14FrmFb = PCM Out15Frmt = on-pcm or Out15Frmt = Auto & Out15FrmFb = on-pcm Out15Frmt = PCM or Out15Frmt = Auto & Out15FrmFb = PCM Out16Frmt = on-pcm or Out16Frmt = Auto & Out16FrmFb = on-pcm Out16Frmt = PCM or Out16Frmt = Auto & Out16FrmFb = PCM Out12Gain = 0 db Out12Invrt = o Out13Gain = 0 db Out13Invrt = o Out14Gain = 0 db Out14Invrt = o Out15Gain = 0 db Out15Invrt = o Out16Gain = 0 db Out16Invrt = o Out11Gain = Enabled Out11Invrt = Enabled Out12Gain = Disabled Out12Invrt = Disabled Out12Gain = Enabled Out12Invrt = Enabled Out13Gain = Disabled Out13Invrt = Disabled Out13Gain = Enabled Out13Invrt = Enabled Out14Gain = Disabled Out14Invrt = Disabled Out14Gain = Enabled Out14Invrt = Enabled Out15Gain = Disabled Out15Invrt = Disabled Out15Gain = Enabled Out15Invrt = Enabled Out16Gain = Disabled Out16Invrt = Disabled Out16Gain = Enabled Out16Invrt = Enabled MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 29

44 Chapter 3: Operation Channel Dithering Channel Word Length When any audio output channel is of a on-pcm format (OutxxFrmt=on-PCM or OutxxFrmt=Auto and OutxxFrmFb=on-PCM), the Dithering feature for that channel pair (1-2, 3-4, etc.) is disabled, even if only one channel of the pair is on-pcm. Both channels in the pair must be of a PCM format for the Dithering feature for that channel pair to be re-enabled. For example, if Out01Frmt is set to on-pcm (or Out01Frmt=Auto and Out01FrmFb=on-PCM), then output channel pair has dithering disabled (DMOut01-02 is set to one and the parameter is disabled), even if Out02Frmt is PCM. If both Out01Frmt and Out02Frmt are changed to PCM, then the DMOut01-02 parameter is re-enabled. When any audio output channel is of a on-pcm format, the Word Length feature for that channel pair is forced to 24-bits and the parameter is disabled, even if only one channel of the pair is on-pcm. Both channels in the pair must be of a PCM format for the Word Length feature for that channel pair to be re-enabled. For example, if Out01Frmt is set to on-pcm, then the WLOut01-02 parameter is set to 24 bits and that parameter is disabled, even if Out02Frmt is PCM. If both Out01Frmt and Out02Frmt are changed to PCM (or Auto, and the associated feedback parameters are PCM), then the WLOut01-02 parameter is re-enabled. 30 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

45 Chapter 3: Operation avigating the Operator and All Lists ote After several seconds of inactivity, a scrolling message will appear, describing the purpose of the currently selected parameter. To navigate, and then view or change a parameter from the Operator and All Lists, follow these steps: 1. Open the front panel of the EO frame. 2. Press any card-edge control to turn on the VFD screen. The message MXA-3901H-B4 or MXA-3901H-C4 appears. If a previous user has left the display at a different parameter name, repeatedly press the Escape button until the message MXA-3901H-B4 or MXA-3901H-C4 appears. 3. Push the Enter button. The name of the first parameter option in the list appears. 4. Push the Enter button again to access the options for the parameter displayed on the VFD screen. OR Press the av+/av- switch down repeatedly to view other parameters, and then press Enter to access an item s parameter options. 5. Press the av+/av- switch up or down to scroll through the different selectable parameter options, and then press Enter to select the value you want. OR Press the av+/av- switch up or down to adjust the numeric parameter value, and then press Enter. 6. Close the front panel of the frame to ensure the cooling system continues to operate properly. MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 31

46 Chapter 3: Operation Operator and All List Parameters ote You can reset the default values for all of the parameters automatically via the FctryRcl parameter, found in this table. This complete list of parameter settings is arranged so that the settings most likely requiring changes are placed at the top of the list. Items on the bottom of the list are the least likely to require changing. Parameters with the designation [RO] are read-only. An asterisk (*) indicates the default user range or value. The All List is a long flat list of all the available parameters, arranged from the most-used to least-used. It is intended for a Supervisor security designation. The Operator List is a condensed version of the All List, and is intended for an Operator security designation. The following table shows all available parameters. Parameters accessed only from within the All List are shaded in gray. See avigating the Operator and All Lists on page 31 for instructions on navigating this list using card-edge controls. 32 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual

47 Chapter 3: Operation Table 3-2. Operator and All List Parameters Card-Edge ID Parameter ame Function SdiStdSet SdiStdFb [RO] SDI Input Video Standard Set SDI Input Video Standard Feedback Selects the HDTV SDI input video signal standard Reports the detected HDTV SDI input video signal standard User Range or Options Auto* 1035I I I25 (295M) 1080I I I P P P P P P60 720P59.94 Unknown 1080P I I I25 (295M) 1080I I30 720P P P P P P I25 MXA-3901H-B4 and MXA-3901H-C4 Installation and Operation Manual 33