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Redbox RB-VHEDD8 & RB-VHDDD8 User Handbook
INTRODUCTION
INTRODUC
TION
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For the RB-VHEDD8, Dolby E metadata is presented to the unit via a 9 way female D-type
connection on the rear panel. Metadata can also be selected to be de-embedded from the
video input.
For the RB-VHDDD8, Dolby E metadata is output from the unit via a 9 way female D-type
connection on the rear panel. Metadata is only available when the unit is decoding a valid
Dolby E bitstream or when PCM metadata is enabled and the decoder is receiving a PCM
bitstream. Metadata can also be selected to be embedded into the video.
The metadata connectors pin assignations are as follows:
Metadata Connector (9-pin female D-type)
Pin No.
Function
1
Shield
2
Transmit Data (Negative)
3
Receive Data (Positive)
4
Ground
5
No connection
6
Ground
7
Transmit Data (Positive)
8
Receive Data (Negative)
9
Shield
Serial Video I/O
SDI Input
The SDI input is connected using a single female BNC and has a 75 ohm input impedance. It
is a triple rate SDI receiver with automatic input rate detection and equalisation. It supports
the full range of 3G, SD and HD standards from NTSC and PAL up to 1080p 60Hz. The status
of the input is available on the video status screen on the front panel display..
SDI Outputs
The two SDI outputs are connected using the two female BNC connectors on the rear panel.
They have a 75 ohm output impedance in accordance with the SMPTE standard and are
both re-clocked and independently buffered. Each output can be configured separately for
embedding and group deletion settings.
Ref Loop and Ref In
These connections are not currently used and should be left unconnected. These may be
defined for use in later versions of firmware.
RB-VHEDD8 Audio Connections
The RB-VHEDD8 has 4 digital audio input connections and a dedicated Dolby E encoded
digital output connection available on the rear panel. The digital audio connections are
transformer-coupled balanced line interfaces and can be configured to be either 75ohm
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