Ericsson MX8400, Reference Manual

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1 Introduction
Chapter 1
Contents
1.1 Terminology.......................................................................................... 1-3
1.2 Scope of this Guide .............................................................................. 1-3
1.2.1 Who Should Use this Guide ................................................................. 1-3
1.2.2 What this Guide Describes ................................................................... 1-3
1.2.2.1 Identifying the Equipment ..................................................................... 1-3
1.2.2.2 Product Codes...................................................................................... 1-4
1.2.3 Equipment Information Label................................................................ 1-5
1.2.3.1 Contents of Label ................................................................................. 1-5
1.2.3.2 Firmware/Software Versions ................................................................ 1-5
1.3 Summary of Features ........................................................................... 1-6
1.3.1 Overview............................................................................................... 1-6
1.3.2 Main Features....................................................................................... 1-6
1.3.2.1 Program Specific Information Generator (PSIG) .................................. 1-7
1.3.2.2 Program Clock Reference (PCR) ......................................................... 1-7
1.3.2.3 Frequency Synchronization .................................................................. 1-8
1.3.2.4 Table Generation.................................................................................. 1-8
1.3.2.5 TS IP Summary of Features ................................................................. 1-8
1.3.2.6 ASI Input/Output Summary of Features ............................................... 1-8
1.3.2.7 Dual PSU.............................................................................................. 1-9
1.3.3 Remote Reflex...................................................................................... 1-9
1.3.3.1 Statistical Multiplexing .......................................................................... 1-9
1.3.3.2 Remote Statistical Multiplexing............................................................. 1-9
1.3.3.3 Reflex Operation................................................................................... 1-9
1.3.3.4 Reflex Static Parameters.................................................................... 1-10
1.3.4 Conditional Access ............................................................................. 1-11
1.3.4.1 DVB CA (Option) ................................................................................ 1-11
1.3.4.2 BISS ................................................................................................... 1-11
1.3.5 Single Frequency Networks Functionality........................................... 1-11
1.3.6 Extended Functionality ....................................................................... 1-11
1.4 Role of the MX8400 Multiplexer ......................................................... 1-12
1.4.1 The MX8400 Multiplexer as an iSIS 8000 Solution Component......... 1-12
1.4.2 MX8400 Multiplexer Control Using nCompass ................................... 1-12
1.5 Guided Tour........................................................................................ 1-12
1.5.1 Construction ....................................................................................... 1-12
1.5.2 Indicators ............................................................................................ 1-13
1.5.2.1 Front Panel Indicators ........................................................................ 1-13
1.5.2.2 Rear Panel Connectors ...................................................................... 1-13
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