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NV5128 Multi-Format Router • User’s Guide

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Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Chapter Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
The PDF Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Terms, Conventions and Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Chapter 2

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Product Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Signals Types and Rates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Signal Rates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Using Video and Audio References. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Mixing Analog and Digital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Mono Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Switching Configurations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Classic SWB Switching Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Standard SWB Switching Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Module Slots and Rear Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Front Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Rear Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Backplanes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Video Backplanes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Machine Control Breakout Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Backplane Types and Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

System Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Summary of Contents for NV5128

Page 1: ...User s Guide NV5128 Multi Format Router...

Page 2: ...the software is prohibited Due to continued product development the accuracy of the information in this document may change without notice The information and intellectual property contained herein i...

Page 3: ...ment and product warranty Technical Support Contact Information NVISION has made every effort to ensure that the equipment you receive is in perfect working order and that the equipment fits your need...

Page 4: ...escription Approved By 1 0 01 Feb 03 Initial Release 2 0 2 1 24 Sep 07 13619 Document corrected and brought up to date Many modifications DEM 2 2 22 Jan 08 14014 AES 3 pin reference pinout added p 59...

Page 5: ...tions The Ground symbol represents a protective grounding terminal Such a terminal must be connected to earth ground prior to making any other connections to the equipment The fuse symbol indicates th...

Page 6: ...use s with the correct type number voltage and current ratings as referenced in the appropriate locations in the service instructions or on the equipment Always refer fuse replacements to qualified se...

Page 7: ...o References 7 Mixing Analog and Digital 7 Mono Channels 8 Switching Configurations 8 Classic SWB Switching Configurations 9 Standard SWB Switching Configurations 9 Module Slots and Rear Connectors 10...

Page 8: ...7 Connecting the Router to Power 38 Power Supply Monitor and Alarms Connections 38 Power Cords and Branch Circuits 38 Making Power Connections 38 Installing Backplanes 40 Installing Classic SWB Backpl...

Page 9: ...Control Connections 61 GSC Node Bus Router Control Connections 61 Making Diagnostic Connections 62 Temporarily Connecting to UniConfig 62 Permanently Connecting to UniConfig 63 Making Alarm Connection...

Page 10: ...Backplanes 79 SWB Input Output and SD Input Backplanes 79 Troubleshooting 79 Obtaining Service 81 Chapter 7 Technical Details 83 Power Specifications Internal PS6000 83 Physical Specifications 84 Env...

Page 11: ...onfiguration instructions Chapter 5 Operation provides operating instructions Chapter 6 Maintenance provides maintenance and trouble shooting instructions Chapter 7 Technical Details provides electric...

Page 12: ...comprehensive searches as required Terms Conventions and Abbreviations The following conventions are used throughout this guide The symbol S denotes either an example or a special message Notes Cautio...

Page 13: ...g analog signals to digital and outgoing digital signals to analog as needed For video signals the router can manage Standard Definition SD separately or SD and High Def inition HD signals combined re...

Page 14: ...er Temperature sensors on the fans sense the exiting temperature and speed up or slow down the spinning of the fan as required By spinning only as needed to meet cooling needs fan noise is significant...

Page 15: ...ower supply module Each fan pulls a small quantity of air across internal heat sinks Signals Types and Rates The NV5128 supports several signals within a single router Supported audio signals are anal...

Page 16: ...tereo outputs Audio Analog Sample rate 48kHz 24 bits 16 stereo inputs or 32 mono inputs Converts analog to internal digital for mat 16 stereo outputs or 32 mono outputs Converts internal digital forma...

Page 17: ...following is a list of audio and video inter mix options and related delay times Input Signal Format Video Ref AES Ref Analog Audio Stereo Analog Audio Mono Synchronous AES Digital Audio Stereo Yes Sy...

Page 18: ...n be paired with a different background noise right channel If only one channel is present the other channel is silent To perform mono switching an external AES reference signal must be connected to m...

Page 19: ...ssic SWB cards must be installed in specific router slots For installation instructions see Installing Classic SWB Backplanes on page 41 For more information about the card architecture see Classic SW...

Page 20: ...router is a back plate into which backplanes housing connectors for receiving and distributing signals are installed The back plate also contains connections to system functions such as a router contr...

Page 21: ...nnels 113 to 128 slot 14 switches 97 to 112 slot 15 switches 81 to 96 and slot 16 switches 65 to 80 The reverse order of the output channels in the right hand side of the frame is intentional it makes...

Page 22: ...rame In the left hand region are connections for system functions as shown in Figure 2 7 on page 16 Two AC power connections are located in the right hand region Figure 2 4 shows the router with backp...

Page 23: ...buting signals The number of connectors on a backplane and the type of connector is determined by the type of signal Figure 2 5 shows the four types of connectors available on backplanes There are fiv...

Page 24: ...ackplane type associated connectors signal types managed and the number of signals each backplane can receive or distribute For the part number for each backplane list see Cards Card Sets and Backplan...

Page 25: ...nnectors on one side and DE9 female connectors on the other side It allows you to use DE9 cables to connect machine control ports to devices Analog Video Analog video BNC 16 16 Time Code AES TC Phoeni...

Page 26: ...system using either serial Ethernet or GSC Node Bus con nectors A stable source of audio and or video signal for reference purposes The UniConfig application installed on a configuration PC A system a...

Page 27: ...d 10 100 BASE T as shown in Figure 2 9 Both connections are shared by both the primary control card and the second ary control card See Control Cards on page 21 Because Ethernet network connections ca...

Page 28: ...ic serial connection is located on the front of each control card See Control Cards on page 21 Per manent diagnostic connections are located on the rear of the router labeled DIAG as shown in Figure 2...

Page 29: ...AES reference is required when using synchronous AES output cards See AES Synchronous on page 23 While it is possible to let the clock generator on the control card free run the synchro nous AES outpu...

Page 30: ...properly The alarm connection can be connected to external equip ment that display visual signals when an alarm is activated Creation of external monitoring equip ment is outside the scope of this man...

Page 31: ...ommands from the router control system and in turn controls the input and output cards In addition the control card manages reference signals supplies appropriate timing and control signals to the inp...

Page 32: ...stalled For more information see Backplanes on page 13 Analog and AES synchronous signals may be converted between analog and digital within the NV5128 router frame See Mixing Analog and Digital on pa...

Page 33: ...signals balanced or unbalanced are received or distrib uted through passive connectors housed on backplanes 16 BNC connectors for unbalanced signals or 16 Phoenix connectors for balanced signals See...

Page 34: ...that of the AES synchronous input card except that signals are not synchronized to the systems clock on the control card See AES Synchronous on page 23 Output Card The AES asynchronous output card EM...

Page 35: ...operating level of the facility By matching the incoming signal level there is less degradation of the signal when it is converted to digital for internal routing in the router For information on sett...

Page 36: ...upport SWB signals Classic SWB card sets and Standard SWB cards Both types of cards receive switch and distribute SWB signals The two sets of cards differ in the switching configuration each supports...

Page 37: ...isted by the signal type supported Standard Definition Incoming and outgoing SD signals are received and distributed through 16 BNC connectors housed on a backplane The backplane for SD incoming signa...

Page 38: ...le Classic SWB card set can switch 16 inputs x 16 outputs Two card sets can be linked together such that the inputs from each card set is sent to the other card set to create a switching configuration...

Page 39: ...ed signal is forwarded to the input card The input card buffers the equalized incoming signals from the backplane and forwards the signal to the motherboard Output Cards There are two Standard SWB out...

Page 40: ...ignals through backplane I O connectors Incoming signals are directly coupled to a differential Op amp which act as input buffers The buffered outputs are applied to balanced bus drivers that forward...

Page 41: ...spect to reference AVC input cards and output cards provide an economical way to convert NTSC PAL inputs where signal timing is not critical there is a processing delay of approximately 4 pixels when...

Page 42: ...ssive backplanes each con taining 16 RJ 45 connectors See Backplanes on page 13 The Machine Control card set differs from other modules in that it is bi directional A Machine Control card set is neith...

Page 43: ...planes on page 13 16 differential input receivers accept time code input signals from the input backplane The receivers send the single ended outputs to Low Voltage Differential Signal LVDS buffers an...

Page 44: ...34 Rev 2 3 14 Oct 08 2 Introduction Active Cards...

Page 45: ...in the following order 1 Mount the router in a rack If reconfiguring skip this step if the router is already rack mounted and not being remounted See Rack Mount on page 37 2 Connect power being sure...

Page 46: ...ur NV5128 products from NVISION arrive immediately inspect the shipping container for any obvious damage If the container is damaged unpack and inspect the contents If the con tents are damaged notify...

Page 47: ...removing active cards be sure to note which card was installed in which slot for later reinstallation 4 Lift the router frame into position and attach the router frame to the front of the rack with t...

Page 48: ...ted at the same time the power connections are made Power Cords and Branch Circuits For added protection in the event of a mains power failure it is recommended that each power cord connected to the r...

Page 49: ...65 809 81 96 1 0 97 112 11 113 128 1 2 INP U TS OUTP U TS OUTP U TS 113 128 1 3 97 112 1 4 81 96 1 5 65 80 1 6 1 16 1 17 322 33 483 49 644 113 128 12 49 64 8 33 48 7 17 32 6 1 16 5 97 112 11 81 96 10...

Page 50: ...28 features backplanes that correspond to different signal types A backplane is a sepa rate metal plate that contains connectors for receiving or distributing signals for an associated input card or o...

Page 51: ...the existing leg ends Each Classic SWB card set requires two backplanes One is a 16 input active backplane it includes automatic cable equalization circuits for the 16 inputs The other is an output ba...

Page 52: ...lling two Machine Control card sets 64 port configura tion the two backplanes must be installed in specific slots NVISION offers an optional connector breakout panel that can be used to convert up to...

Page 53: ...kplanes After installing any Classic SWB or Machine Control backplanes you can install any other needed video audio or time code backplanes Install input and output backplanes in their respective loca...

Page 54: ...d for easy removal For a description of each card see Active Cards on page 21 Cards are held in place by pressure from the closed router door against the metal plate on the front of each card All card...

Page 55: ...tline card and card set installation rules Rules for Partitions and Card Installation When installing or reconfiguring input cards and output cards in the router frame it is important to keep in mind...

Page 56: ...active backplane it includes automatic cable equalization circuits for the 16 inputs The other is an output backplane with active line drivers for the 16 outputs For more information see Backplanes on...

Page 57: ...synchronous AES signals locked to a sam ple rate of 48kHz Classic SWB card sets can configure the output cards for DVB ASI operation Standard SWB cards enable automatic re clocking of the output signa...

Page 58: ...6 Outputs 17 32 Outputs 33 48 Outputs 49 64 Inputs 1 16 Outputs 113 128 Outputs 97 112 Outputs 81 96 Outputs 65 80 Inputs 17 32 Inputs 33 48 Inputs 49 64 Inputs 65 80 Inputs 81 96 Inputs 97 112 Inputs...

Page 59: ...and a clock generator in the secondary control card slot See Systems Clock Generator Card on page 44 Insert input cards for AES analog video analog audio or time code signals in the eight center slots...

Page 60: ...g signals properly the I O connections housed on backplanes on the rear of the router must be connected to cables that receive and distribute the sig nals See Backplanes on page 13 The NV5128 contains...

Page 61: ...and so on up to 16 The labels correspond to the signal numbers assigned to the signal passing through that connector For more information on backplanes see Backplanes on page 13 About Phoenix Connect...

Page 62: ...al destination 7 Make other signal connections as needed Analog Signals The NV5128 can manage analog signals Signals are received and distributed through DB25 con nections housed on backplanes See Bac...

Page 63: ...a clearer audio signal For instructions on setting gain mute detection and operating levels see Analog Audio Switches on page 69 How to make connections for analog signals 1 Locate the analog input c...

Page 64: ...labeled 1 2 and so on up to 16 Connections are housed on a backplane installed in the back plate The labels correspond to the signal number assigned to the signal pass ing through that connector See...

Page 65: ...ix connector and 110 twisted pair cable or coaxial cable whichever you prefer See About Phoenix Connectors on page 51 3 Connect the other end of the cable to the source of the time code signals 4 Loca...

Page 66: ...ws SMPTE defined pin assignment standards For more information on the converter back plane see Machine Control Breakout Panel on page 14 If you are using the breakout panel you might need to know the...

Page 67: ...s timing circuits For optimum audio output signals must be clock locked to the same reference Input impedance is selected by setting jumper located on the control card See Control Card Jumper Setting...

Page 68: ...e video reference connections are labeled VIDEO REF 1 and VIDEO REF 2 For more information on signal switching when a reference is or is not present and a detailed description of the video reference c...

Page 69: ...tems requiring a serial control connection See Serial Router Control Connections on page 59 Ethernet Use to connect to the NVISION NV9000 router control system and to create network connections See Et...

Page 70: ...e CTRL 1 con nection in the SEC CTRL section as described in Step 2 and Step 3 5 If an alternate router control system e g for redundancy or dual control is being used make connections as follows a Co...

Page 71: ...eled 10 100 BASE T Figure 3 14 Ethernet Connections to Router Control System Rear View 2 Connect to either 10 100 BASE T connection using a RJ45 connector and Category 5 Ether net cable or better 3 Co...

Page 72: ...e are two types of diagnostic connections temporary and permanent A temporary diagnostic serial connection is located on the front of each control card Permanent diagnostic serial connec tions are loc...

Page 73: ...g UniConfig For more informa tion see the UniConfig User s Guide How to make a permanent diagnostic connection 1 Locate the diagnostic connections on the rear of the router as shown in Figure 3 16 The...

Page 74: ...ipment but does provide instructions on wiring the alarm connections See e Alarm Indicator Equipment on page 64 The router also sends status information to the router con trol system For a detailed de...

Page 75: ...ure the router is operating properly On each PS6000 power supply module check that all 5 green power LEDs on the front of each module are lit If any or all LEDs are off Check that the power supply mod...

Page 76: ...rol cards and output cards are lit and indicating a healthy system See Indicator LEDs on page 76 for a list of normal and alert LED states Make sure that the flow of air through the front of the route...

Page 77: ...ings Jumpers and switches should be set before putting the cards and router into service How to set jumpers 1 Facing the front of the router locate the card or card set For a detailed description of e...

Page 78: ...ignore the 177Mb s sub harmonic in the signal thereby re clocking the signal correctly When set to DVB ASI mode the output re clockers work properly with all standard SWB signals except those at 177Mb...

Page 79: ...y plugged into slot 13 when another port module is already plugged into slot 11 If the jumper is placed in the upper position the port card set functions as a single standalone 32 port module regardle...

Page 80: ...igital for internal routing in the router Operating levels can be set for 15 dBu 18dBu or 24 dBu The DIP is SW4 on the input card and S1 on the output card Only the first two switches on the DIP are u...

Page 81: ...ormation is to be maintained To accommodate these differences DIP switches are provided to preserve as best as possible the color and luminance integrity of signals processed using AVC cards While com...

Page 82: ...pedestal settings on the AVC input card For exam ple if the input card s S1 1 is set to ON then the output card s S1 and S2 must have all 16 switches set to ON Refer to the silk screen markings on th...

Page 83: ...ormation on compatible control systems See Technical Support Contact Information on page iii NVISION s NV9000 Router Control System Most facilities require multi level switching capability audio follo...

Page 84: ...party control systems However because NVISION does not manufacture or warrant control systems from other vendors we cannot guarantee overall performance or answer all possible con figuration related...

Page 85: ...he best way to prevent unplanned out ages The following items will be helpful when performing this inspection Begin the inspection at the front of the frame Open the door to the router and make these...

Page 86: ...Fuse Replacement If a problem occurs on a card the first thing to do is check the fuses Fuses are located on each of the router s active cards Each card features either a fast blow or a fuse that can...

Page 87: ...only for voltages actually present on the module The matrix controller also provides front card edge mounted test points These are in a slightly dif ferent pattern than the matrix modules but are cle...

Page 88: ...nplug the connector Intake Filter Screen Cleaning The intake filter is located on the front door assembly of the NV5128 Multi Format Router To access the filter open the router door by releasing the t...

Page 89: ...housing BNC connectors are especially easy to install in the wrong location because they look very similar However no damage will normally occur from an unintentional mismatch SWB Input Output and SD...

Page 90: ...could affect only certain modules in the frame Replace the power supply Check PS6000 fuses See Fuse Replacement on page 76 Intermittent signal on one or two outputs Check input and output cable conti...

Page 91: ...ion For out of warranty equipment the NVISION Technical Support Engineer estimates the cost of repair when you call and requests a purchase order payable to NVISION If repair or exchange is required p...

Page 92: ...82 Rev 2 3 14 Oct 08 6 Maintenance Obtaining Service...

Page 93: ...tion Details AC input 90 130 or 180 250VAC 50 60Hz Auto ranging AC fuses Power Supplies 8A part number HB0145 00 slow blow 90 130V 6 3A part number HB0031 00 slow blow 180 250V AC connectors 2 IEC 320...

Page 94: ...terminal Copper accepts 14 6 AWG Modules and slots 8 input cards 16 signals each 8 output cards 16 signals each 2 control cards 1 primary 1 optional secondary 1 fan module 2 PS6000 power modules 1 re...

Page 95: ...el 200mV to 10Vpp Output level 2Vpp AES3 id inputs and outputs Standard AES3 id unbalanced digital audio Sample rate synchronous 48kHz asynchronous 32 96kHz Connector BNC Impedance 75 Input Level 100m...

Page 96: ...cable at 270Mb s Router path non inverting Input and output return loss 15dB 5 to 270MHz Output level 800mVpp 10 Output rise fall time 600ps 10 Output overshoot 10 of max amplitude Output alignment ji...

Page 97: ...lot 16 outputs 1 0degrees any input to any single output Noise spectrum 80dB with pedestal unweighted to 7MHz CMRR 60dB to 10kHz Crosstalk 57dBrms worst case 100 PAL color bars 72dBrms worst case sing...

Page 98: ...nput Type 1 BNC 1 Phoenix Standard SMPTE 12M Connector BNC terminating Phoenix Data Rates 1 30th to 80 times normal Impedance 75 or 110 Time code inputs and outputs Type longitudinal time code Standar...

Page 99: ...eo Conversion NVISION uses this abbreviation to describe a simple conversion technique used to create an SD digital output signal from a composite analog video input or to describe the means by which...

Page 100: ...which comprise the NV5128 2 An X Y array of crosspoint switches a crosspoint matrix Module 1 In the NV5128 modules are electronic assemblies that plug into the matrix Modules include but are not limit...

Page 101: ...such a device would be a monitor A device can be both a source and destination An example of such a device is a VTR SWB Super Wide Band A term originated by NVISION that refers to the ability of a rou...

Page 102: ...92 Rev 2 3 14 Oct 08 8 Glossary Glossary...

Page 103: ...ut EM0390 sync AES out EM0390 AES synchronous output module EM0394 BNC EM0392 TP 1 EM0585 analog audio in EM0389 sync AES in EM0387 AES asynchronous input module EM0393 BNC EM0391 TP 1 EM0388 async AE...

Page 104: ...Analog to SD video input module AVC Video In EM0377 BNC 1 EM0384 SD video out EM0433 AVC video out EM0433 SD to analog video output module AVC video out EM0378 BNC 1 EM0383 SD video in EM0432 AVC vid...

Page 105: ...for redundancy Single controllers should be inserted in slot 1 Redundant backup modules should be inserted in slot 2 Part Name or Function Backplane s Slots Compatible with EM0482 32 port machine con...

Page 106: ...96 Rev 2 3 14 Oct 08 A Part Numbers Power Supplies...

Page 107: ...log audio defined 89 Analog backplane 13 Analog signals about 5 Analog Video Conversion 31 Analog video modules part numbers 94 Analog Digital Video Conversion modules part numbers 94 Analog to digita...

Page 108: ...4 Typical combinations 48 Cards types of 21 CE declaration ii Channels mono signals 8 Chapter structure 1 Chapters 1 Preface 1 2 Introduction 3 3 Installation 35 4 Configuration 67 5 Operation 73 6 Ma...

Page 109: ...56 DE9 connector 37 Declaration of conformance CE ii Destination defined 91 Device defined 89 Diagnostic connections 18 62 Digital and analog mixing 7 Digital audio 89 Digital signals about 5 Digital...

Page 110: ...control connections 59 Signal I O connections 50 System clock generator 22 Time code backplanes 43 Time code reference connections 59 Video backplanes 43 Video reference connections 58 Video referenc...

Page 111: ...tion 73 Operation overview 73 Operator defined 90 Output signal connections 50 Overview of configuration 67 Overview of operation 73 Overview of product 3 P Package contents 36 Part number document ii...

Page 112: ...ling cards 45 S Sales number iii Sample Rate Converter AES 24 SD modules part numbers 94 Search Acrobat 2 Serial control connections 59 Serial control system connections 17 Service 81 Shipping address...

Page 113: ...defined 91 Toll free number iii Trademarks iii Troubleshooting 79 Types of backplanes 14 Types of signals 5 Typical combinations of cards 48 U UniConfig connecting to 62 Uniconfig connections to 18 U...

Page 114: ...104 Rev 2 3 14 Oct 08 Index...

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