ASI-310 User Guide (v5.0)
Physical Installation • 19
Physical Installation
This chapter provides instructions for installing the ASI-310 into the openGear frame.
Before You Begin
Before proceeding with the instructions in this chapter, ensure that your openGear frame is properly installed
according to the instructions in its manual.
Static Discharge
Throughout this chapter, please heed the following cautionary note:
Unpacking
Unpack each ASI-310 you received from the shipping container and ensure that all items are included. If any items
are missing or damaged, contact your sales representative or Ross Video directly.
Quick Start
Assuming you have an openGear frame, an ASI-310 card and a suitable rear module, the following steps will get
you started with ASI-to-310 conversion:
1. Connect the frame to your LAN. Refer to the
OGX-FR Series User Guide
and the
MFC-OG3-N and
MFC-8322-S User Guide
for details.
2. Install DashBoard on a computer connected to the LAN. The DashBoard Control System software and user
manual is also available for download from the Ross Video website.
3. Install the rear module in the frame, as described in the section ““
4. Install the ASI-310 into the rear module, as described in the section “
Installing the ASI-310 in an openGear
5. Connect an ASI signal to the
ASI IN
BNC on the rear module as described in the section “
6. Connect the
310 Out
BNC to an appropriate analyzer or other downstream equipment.
7. Power on the frame.
8. Launch DashBoard on your computer. It should automatically find your frame within a minute or two.
9. Click the “
+
” next to the frame name to show the cards in the frame.
10. Double-click the ASI-310 node to display a Device Editor tab in the DashBoard client.
11. Select the
Settings
tab.
12. Select the
310 bit rate and sync
method. The output should now be a valid 310M signal and the card status in
DashBoard should be green, and display “OK”.
13. If desired, connect cables to the
310 IN
and
ASI OUT
jacks.
14. In DashBoard, set the
310 Input rate
and
ASI output mode
as needed.
ESD Susceptibility
— Static discharge can cause serious damage to sensitive semiconductor
devices. Avoid handling circuit boards in high static environments such as carpeted areas and when
synthetic fiber clothing is worn. Always exercise proper grounding precautions when working on circuit
boards and related equipment.
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