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Содержание GoQAM

Страница 1: ...GoQAM Modulator RF Output and IF Output Hardware Installation and Operation Guide ...

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Страница 3: ...Please Read Important Please read this entire guide If this guide provides installation or operation instructions give particular attention to all safety statements included in this guide ...

Страница 4: ...ht to change this publication at any time without notice This document is not to be construed as conferring by implication estoppel or otherwise any license or right under any copyright or patent whether or not the use of any information in this document employs an invention claimed in any existing or later issued patent Copyright 2007 2012 Cisco and or its affiliates All rights reserved Printed i...

Страница 5: ...he GoQAM 18 Record the MAC Address 19 Stacking Guidelines 20 Install the Modulator Into a Rack 24 Connect Power Sources 27 Connect the DVB ASI Input Ports 29 Connect the 10 100BaseT Ethernet Port 31 Connect the RF OUT or IF OUT Ports 33 Chapter 3 Provision the RF GoQAM 37 Understand the RF GoQAM GUIs 38 Provision GoQAMs on the DNCS 46 Chapter 4 Provision the IF GoQAM 53 Understand the IF GoQAM GUI...

Страница 6: ...ter 6 Operating the IF GoQAM 101 Understand the Boot Process 102 Change the Boot Mode 105 Read the Default Status Screen 107 Use the Front Panel Keys to Change Configuration Settings 108 Adjust the IF Output Level of a Selected Carrier 110 Mute the IF Output of a Selected Carrier 111 Change the Carrier Mode of a Selected Carrier 112 Monitor Setup Options 113 Select an IF Channel or Carrier 121 Cha...

Страница 7: ...lation and Operation Requirements 150 IF Specifications 152 RF Specifications 153 ASI Input Specifications 154 Modulation Specifications 155 Digital I O Performance Specifications 156 Connector Type 157 Factory Default Settings 158 Standard Output Frequencies 159 Index 161 ...

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Страница 9: ... this icon affixed to this product and in this document to alert you of electrical safety hazards On this product this icon indicates a live terminal the arrowhead points to the terminal device You may find this icon affixed to this product This icon indicates a protective earth terminal You may find this icon affixed to this product This icon indicates excessive or dangerous heat You may find thi...

Страница 10: ...ct this product against damage from overheating do the following This product has openings for ventilation to protect it from overheating To ensure product reliability do not block or cover these openings Do not open this product unless otherwise instructed to do so Do not push objects through openings in the product or enclosure Placement To protect this product against damage from breakage do th...

Страница 11: ...The correct type and rating are indicated on this product Grounding This Product U S A and Canada Only Safety Plugs If this product is equipped with either a three prong grounding pin safety plug or a two prong polarized safety plug do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug Follow these safety guidelines to properly ground this product For a 3 prong plug consists of ...

Страница 12: ...If this product is equipped with an external grounding terminal attach one end of an 18 gauge wire or larger to the grounding terminal then attach the other end of the wire to an earth ground such as an equipment rack that is grounded 20050727 Headend Rack ...

Страница 13: ...is equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case users will be required to correct the interfere...

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Страница 15: ...systems can coexist in a coherent manner Overlay technology allows a PowerKEY DBDS network to be laid over an existing cable network that uses a different CA system Important The GoQAM requires System Release SR 2 5 SR 3 5 or later with the Overlay feature enabled Purpose This guide provides detailed specifications and component descriptions for the GoQAM and how the GoQAM functions in Cisco s Ove...

Страница 16: ... are responsible for installing operating maintaining and troubleshooting the GoQAM Document Version This is the fourth release of this document In addition to minor text and graphic changes the following table provides the technical changes to this document Description See Topic Removed references to locking the front panel Throughout document Updated compliance information Throughout document ...

Страница 17: ...ions and descriptions of the front and back panel components for both the IF and the RF versions of the GoQAM Important You must be operating SR 2 5 SR 3 5 or later to install and provision configure a GoQAM on your system 1 Chapter 1 Introducing the GoQAM In This Chapter System Overview 2 GoQAM Input Pairs 6 Input Output Process 7 Front Panel Overview 10 Back Panel Overview 12 ...

Страница 18: ...upported in SR 2 5 SR 3 5 or later Depending on the system architecture the GoQAM can be used in either headends or hubs The following illustrations are examples of typical Overlay environment setups Overlay Environment Without a Multiplexer With an IRT In an Overlay environment without a multiplexer MUX the Integrated Receiver Transcoder IRT does the encryption for the non Cisco set tops The foll...

Страница 19: ...erfaces to a non Cisco headend that uses a multiplexer followed by an MPS The MPS performs Mediacipher Encryption and may perform QAM modulation depending upon the specific device Example 1 Example 2 Note The MPS is being replaced by the SmartStream Encryptor Modulator SEM As with the MPS a number of different options are available for interfacing Overlay technology with the SEM Specific details c...

Страница 20: ...plexed with the portion of clear stream that has not been encrypted 10 100BaseT Ethernet Interface Provides a control and management interface to the DNCS Multiplexing Functionality Provides program and packet identifier PID remapping and filtering MPEG Stream Management Provides program clock reference PCR timestamp correction Provides program specific information PSI reconstruction Provides tran...

Страница 21: ...llows an adjustable output center frequency range of 91 MHz to 869 MHz Provides a switched filter bank for superior broadband combined noise performance Supports International Telecommunications Union ITU J 83 Annex A and Annex B and Annex C standards User Interface Features Allows local setting of RF power levels and display of diagnostic and debug information through the front panel and user int...

Страница 22: ...e ASI IN 1 and ASI IN 2 carry the clear and encrypted forms of the same digital transport stream respectively GoQAM Input Pairs Diagram RF GoQAM Example The following illustration depicts the fixed input and output combinations for an RF GoQAM Note For the RF GoQAM input pair 1 can only be mapped to RF OUT 1 and input pair 2 can only be mapped to RF OUT 3 IF GoQAM Example The following illustratio...

Страница 23: ...bove I O diagram Stage Description 1 A pair of transport streams a clear version and a third party encrypted version of the same stream are input to the modulator 2 The digital I O board timestamps the MPEG packets in each stream then filters and routes them according to their PID values 3 The digital I O board selects the packets to pass from both the clear and third party encrypted streams 4 Pow...

Страница 24: ...lustrates the stages of the input output I O process for the IF GoQAM Note The stage numbers correspond with the following table Input Output Stage Description Table The following table describes the stages of the I O process of the IF GoQAM The numbers correspond to the above I O diagram Stage Description 1 A pair of transport streams a clear version and a third party encrypted version of the sam...

Страница 25: ...The clear and encrypted streams are synchronized 6 An overlay output stream is created by muxing multiplexing the clear S A encrypted and third party encrypted packets 7 The output stream is modulated at 64 QAM or 256 QAM and sent out one of the two IF ports ...

Страница 26: ...tor This LED is yellow and lights for a minor alarm condition Minor alarms indicate a less critical error condition The GoQAM may continue to operate with some loss of functionality The LED goes off when all minor alarms have cleared 3 CW indicator This LED is yellow and lights when any one of the RF carriers is set to continuous wave CW mode 4 LCD alphanumeric display screen This screen displays ...

Страница 27: ...utput Level screen on which you can adjust the RF output power level and mute the RF output 42 dBmV to 56 dBmV IF Version The Level key selects the IF Output Level screen on which you can adjust the IF output power level and mute the IF output 27 dBmV to 37 dBmV 9 CW The Continuous Wave CW key selects the Continuous Wave Screen on which you can set the GoQAM modulator to output either a modulated ...

Страница 28: ...k Panel Components Important The cooling fans for the GoQAM are mounted on the side panel Item Component Description 1 Power Switch On off rocker type power switch 2 Fuse Holder 4 0 A SLO BLO 250 V fuse Cisco part number 188106 3 AC Power Inlet IEC 320 conductor grounded outlet 4 RF OUT and IF OUT Ports F connectors for RF or IF output 75 Ω Note The RF GoQAM uses only RF OUT ports 1 and 3 5 Gigabi...

Страница 29: ...ator Lights The following illustration and table show the back panel indicator lights Item Indicator Light Description 1 ACTIVE green Not used disabled in the Overlay solution 2 LINK green Not used disabled in the Overlay solution 3 DATA 1 green Lights when the DVB ASI Input 1 port is receiving valid MPEG 2 transport stream TS packets 4 DATA 2 green Lights when the DVB ASI Input 2 port is receivin...

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Страница 31: ...pecifications on page 149 for additional technical specifications and requirements to help you install and configure the GoQAM in your system 2 Chapter 2 Installing the GoQAM In This Chapter Installation Process Summary 16 Unpack and Inspect the GoQAM 18 Record the MAC Address 19 Stacking Guidelines 20 Install the Modulator Into a Rack 24 Connect Power Sources 27 Connect the DVB ASI Input Ports 29...

Страница 32: ...ons N A 2 Consult your Bandwidth Management Plan and the GoQAM input and output specifications to allocate your bandwidth resources properly N A 3 Unpack and inspect the GoQAM Unpack and Inspect the GoQAM on page 18 4 Record the MAC address from the label located on the underside of the GoQAM unit Record the MAC Address on page 19 5 Install the GoQAM into a rack Stacking Guidelines on page 20 Inst...

Страница 33: ...r IF output ports Connect the RF OUT or IF OUT Ports on page 33 12 Set the power output level in accordance with your network wiring diagram and spectrum analyzer measurements Adjust the RF Output Level of a Selected Carrier on page 87 Adjust the IF Output Level of a Selected Carrier on page 110 13 If sessions have been defined for the GoQAM path verify the correct session count by pressing the OP...

Страница 34: ...s Retain all boxes for future equipment shipping needs The boxes are specifically designed for shipping the GoQAM Unpacking and Inspecting Procedure Complete the following steps to unpack and inspect the modulator 1 Review the Safety Precautions 2 Inspect the shipping carton for visible damage 3 Open the shipping carton 4 Remove all packing material 5 Inspect the product for visible damage 6 Inspe...

Страница 35: ...rtant The GbE MAC addresses are typically the MAC address of the modulator plus 1 one Examples GQAM MAC Address 00 02 de 41 51 03 GbE MAC Address Main 00 02 de 41 51 04 GbE MAC Address Backup 00 02 de 41 51 05 3 Record the MAC addresses here GQAM MAC Address ______________________________________ GbE MAC Address Main _______________________________________ GbE MAC Address Backup __________________...

Страница 36: ...ve the unit without restriction When you install the GoQAM in the rack using the rack mounts provided you can install them directly above and below each other with no requirements for vented spacers Using these rack mounts also provides support for the modulator The GoQAM is not intended to be suspended or hung in the rack by only mounting the front bezel support Controlling Operating Temperature ...

Страница 37: ... measure the temperature of the inlet air in the actual rack as you plan to use it You should have all cabling in place and all adjacent units installed and running Important Opening the door on the back panel of the rack can have an adverse effect on the managed airflow If access to the door on the back panel is not controlled you should take the inlet air temperature with the back panel door ope...

Страница 38: ...an located on top of the rack to draw the heated air upward and out of the rack The 4 RU space at the top allows the ventilation space needed for the exhaust fan to operate efficiently The exhaust fan should be chosen so that a minimum of 600 cubic feet per minute cfm flows through the rack with 2000 cfm being the ideal amount Example ...

Страница 39: ...es a 40 RU configuration containing up to 32 GoQAMs In Option 2 however the lower 4 RU space is covered with a solid panel instead of a vented one The upper 4 RU space is vented along with the entire top of the rack The floor plenum forced airflow must also be a minimum of 600 cfm with 2000 cfm being the ideal amount Example ...

Страница 40: ...ions necessary for installation Power Requirements Table The following table describes the power specifications for the GoQAM Item Specification Supply Voltage 90V to 130V AC 47 to 63 Hz AC unit 180V to 264V AC 47 to 63 Hz AC unit 42V to 57V DC DC unit Fuses 4 0 A SLO BLO 250V AC unit 6 3 A SLO BLO 250V DC unit Line Frequency 47 Hz to 63 Hz AC unit only Power Required RF GoQAM 155 VA typical IF Go...

Страница 41: ...truction of air flow The obstruction can occur at the side air vents of the GoQAM or the vent fans at the GoQAM side panel Important You must use the supplied notched rack mounts Cisco part numbers 734845 and 734846 to mount this modulator into the rack These rack mounts allow correct air circulation through the unit Storage Temperature Range 10 to 70 C 14 to 158 F Operating Humidity 5 to 95 non c...

Страница 42: ... The supplied rack mounts Cisco part numbers 734845 and 734846 must be used When you use the supplied rack mounts you can install these modulators above or below each other in the rack with no space required These rack mounts provide additional support along with the following features Attaches directly to the rack Allows you to slide modulators partially out of the rack for service Allows appropr...

Страница 43: ...onto the ground lug marked GND on back of the GoQAM then use your fingers to tighten the ground lug to secure the ground wire 2 Connect the other end of the ground wire to the rack or earth ground Connecting a DC Power Source Complete the following steps to connect a DC power source to the 48 V DC Dual SFP GQAM 1 Verify that the DC power source is set to the Off position 2 Insert the wires from th...

Страница 44: ... 29 Connecting anAC Power Source Complete the following steps to connect an AC power source to the 120 230 V AC GoQAM 1 Verify that the power switch on the back panel is placed in the Off position 2 Connect the power cord to the AC power inlet on the back panel of the 120 230 V AC GoQAM 3 Connect the other end of the power cord to an AC electrical outlet 4 Keep the power switch in the Off position...

Страница 45: ...iver Transcoders IRTs and MPEG multiplexers These ASI inputs conform to the DVB document A010 The DVB ASI Input ports are BNC type connectors and connect to 75 Ω coaxial cables Each DVB ASI Input port allows for the input of MPEG 2 transport stream TS data at a maximum rate of 216 Mbps Location of DVBASI Input Ports The following illustration shows an example of an IF GoQAM connected to DVB ASI so...

Страница 46: ...t connect a DHEI cable to a DHEI to ASI converter before connecting to the GoQAM 2 To connect input pair 1 connect clear feed 1 to ASI input port 1 and encrypted feed 1 to ASI input port 2 Note The maximum recommended length for the cable is 100 meters 3 To connect input pair 2 connect clear feed 2 to ASI input port 3 and encrypted feed 2 to ASI input port 4 Note The maximum recommended length for...

Страница 47: ...es the DNCS to perform software downloads provision the GoQAM set up broadcast sessions monitor alarms and check system performance Note Connect the 10 100BaseT Ethernet port on the GoQAM to an Ethernet hub as part of an Ethernet connection Do not connect it directly to a DNCS workstation or another PC Location of 10 100BaseT Ethernet Port The following illustration shows an example of a 10 100Bas...

Страница 48: ...port on the GoQAM to the 10 100BaseT Ethernet hub using CAT 5 Ethernet 10 100BaseT wiring with RJ 45 connectors Note Use a screened or shielded cable to connect the GoQAM to the 10 100BaseT Ethernet hub 5 Your next step is to provision the GoQAM on the DNCS See Provision the RF GoQAM on page 37 or Provision the IF GoQAM on page 53 for further details about provisioning the GoQAM on the DNCS Then g...

Страница 49: ...es only two of the RF OUT ports RF OUT 1 and RF OUT 3 on the RF GoQAM modulator CAUTION Turning on the GoQAM with default RF output level may cause RF interference with the services of other units connected to the network Therefore set the RF output frequency and RF output level before you connect any RF OUT ports to the network Important We strongly recommend that you configure and adjust frequen...

Страница 50: ...s 1 Refer to your network wiring diagram to connect the GoQAM properly 2 Locate the RF OUT or IF OUT ports on the back panel of the GoQAM 3 Connect one end of a 75 Ω coaxial cable to each port to be used for the GoQAM 4 Verify that you have established the correct output level for the RF OUT or the IF OUT ports by completing the following steps a Connect the GoQAM to a spectrum analyzer to measure...

Страница 51: ...ts 4004834 Rev D 35 5 Choose one of the following options For the RF GoQAM connect the other end of each 75 Ω coaxial cable to the distribution plant For the IF GoQAM connect the other end of each 75 Ω coaxial cable to an upconverter ...

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Страница 53: ... or later to use a GoQAM on your system You must also have the Overlay feature enabled Note See Technical Specifications on page 149 for the technical specifications of the RF GoQAM and consult your network wiring diagram when you provision the GoQAM to ensure a proper allocation of bandwidth For more information about the DNCS and operating the DNCS software refer to the Digital Network Control S...

Страница 54: ...lds Basic Parameters Advanced Parameters Connectivity Note This section includes examples and descriptions of all of the areas within these fields Understanding Basic Parameters The Basic Parameters fields allow you to identify the GoQAM assign it to a headend and specify the modulation type for each of the RF Out ports If you want to view the Basic Parameters fields while reading this section fol...

Страница 55: ...ds and their descriptions Field Description Headend Name Displays the name of the headend with which the modulator is associated QAM Name Displays the name used for the modulator IP Address Displays the IP address of the Ethernet interface through which the DNCS manages and controls the modulator Modulation Type Allows you to specify one of the following modulation types for each of the carriers I...

Страница 56: ... Stream IDs TSIDs Input Block 1 ASI 1 Clear Transport Stream ID Identifies the Transport Stream ID for input block 1 at ASI 1 Input Block 2 ASI 3 Clear Transport Stream ID Identifies the Transport Stream ID for input block 2 at ASI 3 Port to Hubs Allows you to specify which hub is associated to any selected RF output port The default is all hubs under the defined headend RF Out Parameters The foll...

Страница 57: ...QAM resources Existing sessions are not affected and continue to function as expected May be selected for each RF output Interleaver Depth Allows you to select the Interleave setting based on the type of set top you are using on your system Interleaving is a technique to overcome correlated channel noise Interleaving spreads out bursts of errors to remain within the error correcting ability of a d...

Страница 58: ...ed RF GoQAM Understanding the File Selection Dialog Screen The File Selection Dialog screen allows you to specify the configuration file for the RF GoQAM To view the File Selection Dialog screen while reading this section click the Select button on the Advanced Parameters tab Understanding the BOOTP TFTP Process The BOOTP TFTP process allows the GoQAM after power on or reset to request an IP addre...

Страница 59: ...on keys appear in the File Selection Dialog screen Key Function OK Places the selected file name into the Configuration File Name field and closes the File Selection Dialog window Filter Enables the contents of the directory to display in the Directories and Files fields Cancel Closes the File Selection Dialog window without changing the original settings ...

Страница 60: ... you first provision the RF GoQAM the Connectivity fields are accessible only after you click Apply or Save from the Set Up RF GOQAM window Thereafter the Connectivity fields are accessible for viewing or modification To view the Connectivity fields while reading this section click the Connectivity tab in the Set Up RF GOQAM window The following diagram shows an example of the Connectivity fields ...

Страница 61: ...connected Device Name Identifies the name of the input device to which the RF GoQAM is connected Port Number Identifies the port number of the device that is connected to the RF GoQAM The server should be entered in the DNCS as a generic MPEG source Create as many ports as are available for the server and connect to the RF GoQAM Show TSIDs IPs Displays the Transport Stream TS IDs and Internet Prot...

Страница 62: ...oQAM will use Transport Stream IDs for each port of the GoQAM Interleaver Depth for this GoQAM Provisioning an RF GoQAM on the DNCS Follow these steps to provision a new RF GoQAM or to adjust the settings for an existing RF GoQAM on the DNCS 1 Verify that you have provisioned the RF GoQAM in accordance with your network wiring diagram and the input output specifications for the RF GoQAM see Techni...

Страница 63: ... QAM The QAM List window opens 4 Choose one of the following options To provision a new RF GoQAM go to step 5 To change the settings for an existing RF GoQAM go to step 7 5 From the QAM List select File New GOQAM RF GOQAM The Set Up RF GOQAM window opens ...

Страница 64: ...lect File Open The Set Up RF GOQAM window opens with the Basic Parameters tab to the forefront displaying the Basic Parameters configuration fields 8 Enter or change the desired information in the Basic Parameters fields Important Be sure to associate the port with a hub by clicking the Port to Hubs button to open the RF Output Port window Notes See the Basic Parameters field descriptions earlier ...

Страница 65: ...the Digital Network Control System Online Help for your system release for more details about required DNCS procedures 11 To define the Configuration File Name click Select The File Selection Dialog window opens 12 Enter the configuration file in the Selection field then click OK The File Selection Dialog window closes Note See the File Selection Dialog tab description earlier in this section for ...

Страница 66: ...laying the Connectivity configuration fields 16 Select the RF GoQAM input port you want to connect to the network 17 Select the device you want to connect to the RF GoQAM in the Connect To fields of the Connectivity tab then click Save The QAM List updates to include the RF GoQAM Notes The fields available in the Connect To panel of the Connectivity tab vary according to which device is selected S...

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Страница 69: ...u must also have the Overlay feature enabled Note See Technical Specifications on page 149 for the technical specifications of the IF GoQAM and consult your network wiring diagram when you provision the GoQAM to ensure a proper allocation of bandwidth For more information about the DNCS and operating the DNCS software refer to the Digital Network Control System Online Help for your system release ...

Страница 70: ...ter Directories Displays a list of available directories at the current path specified in the Filter field Files Displays a list of files within the current path specified in the Filter field Selection Displays the selected file Understanding the IF GoQAM GUIs Use the DNCS IF GoQAM GUIs to provision the IF GoQAM on the DNCS The main GUIs are the Set Up IF GOQAM window the UpConverter List window a...

Страница 71: ...asic Parameters fields while reading this section follow these steps to examine the Set Up IF GOQAM window 1 From the DNCS Administrative Console select one of the following tabs For SR 2 7 3 7 4 2 and later click the Network Element Provisioning tab For SR 2 5 3 5 4 0 and earlier click the Element Provisioning tab 2 Click QAM The QAM List window opens 3 Select File New GOQAM IF GOQAM The Set Up I...

Страница 72: ...he default value is ITU J 83 Annex B 6 MHz Administrative State Specifies whether the GoQAM is active within the system The values are Offline Default Online Active MAC Address Displays the MAC address of the GoQAM Subnet Mask Displays the IP Subnet mask assigned by the system administrator Default Gateway Displays the network default gateway assigned by the system administrator Ports The followin...

Страница 73: ...tinuous Wave Mode Provides an unmodulated carrier Note Continuous wave mode may be selected for each carrier Mute RF Output Disables the RF output May be selected for each output Note The RF Output should be provisioned from the front panel of the GoQAM with the Mute RF option enabled before you connect the IF GoQAM to the distribution plant Disabled Prevents the DNCS from creating new sessions on...

Страница 74: ...s the Set Up IF GOQAM window without saving changes that have not been previously applied to GoQAM settings Help Opens the DNCS Online Help UnderstandingAdvanced Parameters The Advanced Parameters fields of the Set Up IF GOQAM window allow you to select the configuration file To view the Advanced Parameters fields while reading this section click the Advanced Parameters tab in the Set Up IF GOQAM ...

Страница 75: ...QAM To view the File Selection Dialog screen while reading this section click the Select button on the Advanced Parameters tab Understanding the BOOTP TFTP Process The BOOTP TFTP process allows the GoQAM after power on or reset to request an IP address and receive configuration parameters application downloads and provisioning from the network BOOTP server The DNCS which is a BOOTP server uses a B...

Страница 76: ...r Displays the path and filename wildcard used by the system to search for files Enter the UNIX path ending with This field displays the contents of the directory in the Directories and Files fields of this window when you click Filter Directories Displays a list of available directories at the current path specified in the Filter field Files Displays a list of files within the current path specif...

Страница 77: ... Connectivity tab in the Set Up GoQAM window The following diagram shows an example of the Connectivity fields within the window Connectivity The following table lists the Connectivity field descriptions Field Description QAM Name Identifies the name of the selected GoQAM and allows you to specify the Input Port 1 or 3 Port Number Identifies the port number of the device that is connected to the G...

Страница 78: ...SIDs IPs Displays the Transport Stream TS IDs and Internet Protocol addresses IPs Show slot port Displays the slot and port of the card connected to the GoQAM Legend Displays a group of icons that represent network elements that may be displayed in the graphical drawing area ...

Страница 79: ...AM in order to use the procedures in this section Understanding the Set Up UpConverter GUI Follow these steps to open the UpConverter List window 1 From the DNCS Administrative Console select one of the following tabs For SR 2 7 3 7 4 2 and later click the Network Element Provisioning tab For SR 2 5 3 5 4 0 and earlier click the Element Provisioning tab 2 Click UpConverter The UpConverter List win...

Страница 80: ...erter window opens with Basic Parameters tab to the forefront Important For a description of the fields in the Set Up UpConverter window go to Set Up UpConverter Basic Parameters later in this section 5 Enter the required configuration information into the blank fields of the Set Up UpConverter window then go to step 7 ...

Страница 81: ... Parameters tab to the forefront Note The IF GoQAM transmits a 44 00 MHz IF stream to an upconverter The upconverter converts the 44 00 MHZ IF stream to RF output at a specific RF output port for transmission on the network Use the Set Up UpConverter window to add edit or delete these RF output ports 7 Do you want to add an RF Output Port If yes go to step 8 If no go to step 10 ...

Страница 82: ...ant For a description of the fields in the RF Output Port window go to the RF Output Ports section in Set Up UpConverter Basic Parameters on page 68 9 Enter correct information in the RF Output Port window and move an Available Hub to the Selected Hubs field 10 Do you want to view or edit an RF Output port If yes go to step 11 If no go to step 13 ...

Страница 83: ...lar to the following opens Note For a description of the fields in the RF Output Port window go to the RF Output Ports section in Set Up UpConverter Basic Parameters on page 68 12 Did you make changes in the RF Output Port window If yes click Save If no click Cancel 13 On the Set Up UpConverter window click Apply The system applies the settings ...

Страница 84: ...scriptions Field Description Modulation Displays the frequency modulation for the RF Output ports Note The default is 64 QAM for ITU J 83 Annex B Transport Stream ID Displays the identifier of the transport stream ID for each RF Output ports Channel Center Frequency MHz Displays the frequency assigned to the upconverter Continuous Wave Mode This option is not operational at this time Mute RF Outpu...

Страница 85: ...ify the IF GoQAM connected to each of the Input ports on the upconverter Note When you first provision the upconverter the Connectivity fields only appear after you click Apply or Save from the Set Up UpConverter window Thereafter the Connectivity fields are accessible for viewing or modifying To view the Connectivity fields while reading this section click the Connectivity tab in the Set Up UpCon...

Страница 86: ...ifies the headend in which the input device exists Device Type Identifies the type of input device to which the IF GoQAM is connected Device Name Identifies the name of the input device to which the IF GoQAM is connected Show TSIDs IPs Displays the Transport Stream TS IDs and Internet Protocol addresses IPs Show slot port Displays the slot and port of the card connected to the RF GoQAM Legend Disp...

Страница 87: ...this GoQAM will use Transport Stream IDs for each port of the GoQAM Interleaver Depth for this GoQAM Provisioning an IF GoQAM on the DNCS Follow these steps to provision a new IF GoQAM or to adjust the settings for an existing IF GoQAM on the DNCS 1 Verify that you have provisioned the IF GoQAM in accordance with your network wiring diagram and the input output specifications for the IF GoQAM Appe...

Страница 88: ...v D 3 Click QAM The QAM List window opens 4 Choose one of the following options To provision a new IF GoQAM go to step 5 To change the settings for an existing IF GoQAM go to step 7 5 Select File New GOQAM IF GOQAM The Set UP IF GOQAM window opens ...

Страница 89: ...pen The Set Up IF GoQAM window opens with the Basic Parameters tab to the forefront displaying the Basic Parameters configuration fields 8 Enter or change the desired information in the Basic Parameters fields then go to step 9 Notes See the Basic Parameters field descriptions earlier in this section for descriptions of each field Refer to the Digital Network Control System Online Help for your sy...

Страница 90: ...e the Advanced Parameters field descriptions earlier in this section for more details Refer to the Digital Network Control System Online Help for your system release for more details about required DNCS procedures 11 To define the Configuration File Name click Select The File Selection Dialog window opens 12 Enter the configuration file in the Selection field then click OK The File Selection Dialo...

Страница 91: ...Apply Results The system saves the settings for the new IF GoQAM The Connectivity tab becomes sensitized Note When you first provision the IF GoQAM the Connectivity tab is accessible only after you click Apply or Save from the Set Up IF GOQAM window Thereafter the Connectivity tab is accessible for viewing or modification 15 Click the Connectivity tab The Set Up IF GOQAM window opens with the Conn...

Страница 92: ...tivity tab then click Save The QAM List is updated to include the IF GoQAM Notes The fields available in the Connect To panel of the Connectivity tab vary according to which device is selected See the Connectivity field descriptions earlier in this section for descriptions of each field Refer to the Digital Network Control System Online Help for your system release for more details about required ...

Страница 93: ...ide 5 Chapter 5 Operating the RF Modulator In This Chapter Understand the Boot Process 78 Change the Boot Mode 81 Read the Default Status Screen 83 Use the Front Panel Keys to Change Configuration Settings 84 Adjust the Frequencies of a Selected Carrier 86 Adjust the RF Output Level of a Selected Carrier 87 Mute the RF Output of a Selected Carrier 88 Change the Carrier Mode of a Selected Carrier 8...

Страница 94: ...143 for troubleshooting booting conditions 1 The GoQAM sends a BOOTP request to the DNCS 2 The DNCS responds to the BOOTP request sending the IP address for the GoQAM 3 The GoQAM sends a TFTP request for the configuration file Note The configuration file goqam config contains environment variables download files and server addresses 4 The DNCS sends the TFTP goqam config file 5 If the files in the...

Страница 95: ...e GoQAM is set to run in a Standalone mode boot mode 0 the following Standalone mode boot screen appears instead of the Starting GoQAM boot screen The IP address boot screen remains visible for approximately 2 seconds If no errors occur and no downloads are attempted the boot code starts the application code and the following screen appears Next a screen similar to the following appears Then the d...

Страница 96: ...v vv vv MM DD YY GoQAM Boot xxx xxx xxx xxx Host Processor Application Code Downloading Host Code Please Wait Writing App Code Flash Please Wait RF Code Downloading RF Code Please Wait where 1 4 Input Processor Boot Code Downloading NP1 Code Please Wait Output Processor 1 2 Boot Code Downloading NP2 3 Code Please Wait GoQAM Boot vv vv vv MM DD YY GoQAM Boot xxx xxx xxx xxx Input Processor Applicat...

Страница 97: ... attempts each BOOTP and TFTP step only once If a failure occurs during any step the step is skipped the GoQAM attempts the remaining steps and eventually attempts to start the application If the BOOTP and or configuration file TFTP steps are aborted due to errors the GoQAM may not communicate with the DNCS 2 Bootp Until Successful Boot Until Successful mode This is the default mode This mode cont...

Страница 98: ... 4 Press any key on the PC to display the boot prompt The following boot prompt appears boot Note If you do not press a key in time to get the boot prompt do one of the following Cycle power to the GoQAM and repeat this step See Resetting the Modulator for more details At the GoQAM prompt type boot then after the Type any key message appears press any key to display the boot prompt 5 At the boot p...

Страница 99: ...xample of the Default Status screen Reading the Default Status Screen The following table describes the information displayed on the default status screen Display Function CH1 Current RF Channel output selected The CH number corresponds to the channel number Note The GoQAM uses only CH1 and CH2 285 00 MHz Established RF frequency setting for the selected RF modulator 91 MHz to 869 MHz 50 0 dBmV Co...

Страница 100: ...ee alarm indicators There are also several keys on the front panel to allow you to change parameters See the Front Panel Overview on page 10 section for more information on the front panel components Diagram of RF GoQAM Menu Structure The following diagram illustrates the RF GoQAM menu structure in sequential order Note The settings on this menu are examples not recommended settings ...

Страница 101: ...ected Carrier OPTIONS Monitor GoQAM Setup Options RF SEL Change an RF Carrier Frequency Note See Front Panel Overview on page 10 for detailed descriptions of these keys Navigating Within a Menu or Changing a Screen Value The Up and Down arrow keys are used in conjunction with the other front panel keys to increment or decrement the values of a selected parameter within a screen or to scroll up and...

Страница 102: ...Q on the front panel of the GoQAM An output frequency setting CH1 or CH2 appears with the frequency setting blinking Note Each frequency setting CH1 or CH2 reflects the channel number 2 Press RF SEL to select a channel frequency setting Note Press the RF SEL key repeatedly to view the RF output frequencies CH1 or CH2 3 Press the Up or Down Arrow keys to increase or decrease the output frequency va...

Страница 103: ... pressed Adjusting the RF Output Level 1 Press LEVEL The RF Output Level screen appears 2 Press RF SEL to choose a channel 3 Press and hold the Up or Down Arrow keys to increase or decrease the output level Notes The level changes in 0 1 dB increments from 42 dBmV to 56 dBmV The output level is valid in the range between 44 dBmV and 54 dBmV The range on the front panel extends 2 dB above and below...

Страница 104: ... of the GoQAM is not recorded by the DNCS At the next GoQAM restart the RF output state reverts to the value stored in the DNCS 1 On a GoQAM that has power connected and has finished booting press the LEVEL key twice The Output Mute screen appears 2 Press RF SEL to choose a channel CH1 or CH2 3 Press the Up and Down Arrow keys to toggle the selected RF Mute between Off and Mute Note When the selec...

Страница 105: ...ated or Continuous Wave Carrier Mode Follow these steps to change the carrier mode for an RF module 1 Press CW The Carrier Mode screen appears 2 Press RF SEL to choose a channel CH1 or CH2 3 Press the Up and Down Arrow keys to toggle the carrier mode between Modulated normal and CW not modulated or continuous wave Note The factory default for the carrier mode setting is Modulated 4 Press ENTER The...

Страница 106: ...r when you press the OPTIONS key repeatedly These screens allow you to monitor alarms the number of sessions and the program count for the GoQAM This section provides instructions for viewing the RF GoQAM settings on each screen and explanations of screen information Important The screens in the following diagram are examples not recommended settings ...

Страница 107: ...e The Session Count screen appears CH1 Session Count 10 Note The session count for the GoQAM will differ from the session count on the DNCS if the GoQAM does not find needed MPEG programs within MPEG Program Specific Information PSI By design the GoQAM responds positively to a session setup request even if the requested MPEG program is not present on the input transport stream 2 Press RF SEL to vi...

Страница 108: ...e MAC address used for GoQAM Ethernet communication complete the following steps 1 Press OPTIONS until the MAC Address screen appears 2 Press ENTER to return to the default screen Viewing the Netmask Screen To display the currently assigned Netmask for all Ethernet communications complete the following steps 1 Press OPTIONS until the Netmask screen appears 2 Press ENTER to return to the default sc...

Страница 109: ...t screen Viewing the Host Software Revision Level The Host Software Revision screen displays the revision level for the host processor in the GoQAM To display the Host Software Revision screen complete the following steps 1 Press OPTIONS until the Host Software Revision screen appears Notes In the above example App is the application code and Boot is the boot code This revision number for the appl...

Страница 110: ...ndicates that the code version is a mismatch to the GoQAM software package version 2 Press ENTER to return to the default screen Viewing the NP2 Software Revision Level The NP2 software revision screen displays the revision level for Output 1 processor in the GoQAM To display the NP2 software revision screen follow these steps 1 Press OPTIONS until the NP2 Software Revision screen appears NP2 SW A...

Страница 111: ...tes that the code version is a mismatch to the GoQAM software package version 2 Press ENTER to return to the default screen Viewing the Module Revision Numbers The Module Revision screen displays the revision numbers for the hardware and software of the selected RF channel To display the Module Revision screen complete the following steps 1 Press OPTIONS until the Module Revision screen appears No...

Страница 112: ...NS until the Revision Control screen appears 2 Press the Up or Down Arrow keys to display the next or previous eight characters of the hardware revision string Note The indicates that more characters are available 3 Press ENTER to return to the default screen Setting the Modulation Type RF GoQAM The Modulation Type screen allows you to set the modulation type for each of the RF channels Important ...

Страница 113: ... reliably over the cable channel Important The recommended setting for this screen is 128 4 Only Cisco service representatives should modify this setting Viewing the Interleave Values To display the ITUB Interleave screen follow these steps 1 Press OPTIONS until the ITUB Interleave screen appears 2 Press RF SEL to choose a Channel Important You can edit this value from the front panel but this val...

Страница 114: ...ext GoQAM restart the frequencies are reset to the values stored in the DNCS Changing an RF Carrier Frequency Follow these steps to change an RF carrier frequency 1 Press the FREQ key on the front panel of the GoQAM The current carrier frequency for CH1 appears in the front panel LCD screen 2 Press the Up or Down Arrow keys to scroll through the carrier frequency settings until you select the desi...

Страница 115: ...ing the GoQAM 4004834 Rev D 99 Resetting the GoQAM Follow these steps to reboot the GoQAM from the front panel 1 Press OPTIONS until the Unit Reset screen appears 2 Press the Down Arrow key The GoQAM reboots ...

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Страница 117: ...the examples presented in this guide 6 Chapter 6 Operating the IF GoQAM In This Chapter Understand the Boot Process 102 Change the Boot Mode 105 Read the Default Status Screen 107 Use the Front Panel Keys to Change Configuration Settings 108 Adjust the IF Output Level of a Selected Carrier 110 Mute the IF Output of a Selected Carrier 111 Change the Carrier Mode of a Selected Carrier 112 Monitor Se...

Страница 118: ...s on page 143 for troubleshooting booting conditions 1 The GoQAM sends a BOOTP request to the DNCS 2 The DNCS responds to the BOOTP request sending the IP address for the GoQAM 3 The GoQAM sends a TFTP request for the configuration file Note The configuration file goqam config contains environment variables download files and server addresses 4 The DNCS sends the TFTP goqam config file 5 If the fi...

Страница 119: ...e GoQAM is set to run in a Standalone mode boot mode 0 the following Standalone mode boot screen appears instead of the Starting GoQAM boot screen The IP address boot screen remains visible for approximately 2 seconds If no errors occur and no downloads are attempted the boot code starts the application code and the following screen appears Next a screen similar to the following appears Then the d...

Страница 120: ...Code Do Not Power Off GOQAM Boot vv vv vv MM DD YY GOQAM Boot xxx xxx xxx xxx Host Processor Application Code Downloading Host Code Please Wait Writing App Code Flash Please Wait Input Processor Boot Code Downloading NP1 Code Please Wait Output Processor 1 2 Boot Code Downloading NP2 3 Code Please Wait GOQAM Boot vv vv vv MM DD YY GOQAM Boot xxx xxx xxx xxx Input Processor Application Code Downloa...

Страница 121: ... attempts each BOOTP and TFTP step only once If a failure occurs during any step the step is skipped the GoQAM attempts the remaining steps and eventually attempts to start the application If the BOOTP and or configuration file TFTP steps are aborted due to errors the GoQAM may not communicate with the DNCS 2 Bootp Until Successful Boot Until Successful mode This is the default mode This mode cont...

Страница 122: ... Press any key on the PC to display the boot prompt The following boot prompt appears boot Note If you do not press a key in time to get the boot prompt do one of the following Cycle power to the GoQAM and repeat this step See Resetting the Modulator for more details At the GoQAM prompt type boot then after the Type any key message appears press any key to display the boot prompt 5 At the boot pro...

Страница 123: ...t Status screen IF1 44 00 MHz 30 0 dBmV ITUB 64QAM Alarm 0 Reading the Default Status Screen The following table describes the information displayed on the Default Status screen Display Function IF1 Current IF Channel output selected The IF number corresponds to the channel number Note The GoQAM uses only IF1 and IF2 44 00 MHz Established IF frequency setting for the selected IF modulator 30 00 dB...

Страница 124: ...e alarm indicators There are also several keys on the front panel to allow you to change parameters See the Front Panel Overview on page 10 section for more information on the front panel components Diagram of IF GoQAM Menu Structure The following diagram illustrates the IF GoQAM menu structure in sequential order Note The settings on this menu are examples not recommended settings ...

Страница 125: ...lected Carrier OPTIONS Monitor GoQAM Setup Options RF SEL Change an RF Carrier Frequency Note See Front Panel Overview on page 10 for detailed descriptions of these keys Navigating Within a Menu or Changing a Screen Value The Up and Down arrow keys are used in conjunction with the other front panel keys to increment or decrement the values of a selected parameter within a screen or to scroll up an...

Страница 126: ...e IF Output Level 1 Press LEVEL The IF Output Level screen appears 2 Press RF SEL to choose a channel IF1 or IF2 3 Press and hold the Up or Down Arrow keys to increase or decrease the output level Note The level changes in 0 1 dB increments from 27 dBmV to 37 dBmV The output level is valid in the range between 29 dBmV and 35 dBmV The range on the front panel extends 2 dB above and below this range...

Страница 127: ...from the front panel of the GoQAM is not recorded by the DNCS At the next GoQAM restart the IF output state reverts to the value stored in the DNCS 1 On a GoQAM that has power connected and has finished booting press the LEVEL key twice The Output Mute screen appears 2 Press RF SEL to choose a channel IF1 or IF2 3 Press the Up and Down Arrow keys to toggle the selected IF Mute between Off and Mute...

Страница 128: ...e for an IF module 1 Press CW The Carrier Mode screen appears 2 Press RF SEL to choose a channel IF1 or IF2 3 Press the Up and Down Arrow keys to toggle the carrier mode between Modulated normal and CW not modulated or continuous wave Note The factory default for the carrier mode setting is Modulated 4 Press ENTER The system saves the carrier mode setting changes to NVRAM and the default screen ap...

Страница 129: ...you press the OPTIONS key repeatedly These screens allow you to monitor alarms the number of sessions and the program count for the GoQAM This section provides instructions for viewing the GoQAM settings on each screen and explanations of screen information Important The screens in the following diagram are examples not recommended settings ...

Страница 130: ...IONS until the Session Count screen appears IF1 Session Count 10 Note The session count for the GoQAM will differ from the session count on the DNCS if the GoQAM does not find needed MPEG programs within MPEG Program Specific Information PSI By design the GoQAM responds positively to a session setup request even if the requested MPEG program is not present on the input transport stream 2 Press RF ...

Страница 131: ...ddress used for GoQAM Ethernet communication complete the following steps 1 Press OPTIONS until the MAC Address screen appears 2 Press ENTER to return to the default screen Viewing the Netmask Screen To display the currently assigned Netmask for all Ethernet communications complete the following steps 1 Press OPTIONS until the Netmask screen appears 2 Press ENTER to return to the default screen Vi...

Страница 132: ...default screen Viewing the Host Software Revision Level The Host Software Revision screen displays the revision level for the host processor in the GoQAM To display the Host Software Revision screen complete the following steps 1 Press OPTIONS until the Host Software Revision screen appears Notes In the above example App is the application code and Boot is the boot code This revision number for th...

Страница 133: ...s that the code version is a mismatch to the GoQAM software package version 2 Press ENTER to return to the default screen Viewing the NP2 Software Revision Level The NP2 software revision screen displays the revision level for Output 1 processor in the GoQAM To display the NP2 software revision screen follow these steps 1 Press OPTIONS until the NP2 Software Revision screen appears NP2 SW App Boot...

Страница 134: ... minor release number and the point release number Important If an asterisk appears after one of the code version numbers this indicates that the code version is a mismatch to the GoQAM software package version 2 Press ENTER to return to the default screen Viewing the HW Rev String GoQAM The Revision Control screen displays the hardware revision string of the GoQAM This string is 31 bytes long and...

Страница 135: ...n type for the GoQAM reverts to the value stored in the DNCS To set the modulation type follow these steps 1 Press OPTIONS fourteen times The Modulation Type screen appears 2 Press the RF SEL key to display information for each channel IF1 or IF2 3 Press the Up or Down Arrow keys to scroll through the following available modulation types DAVIC 16QAM DAVIC 64QAM DAVIC 256QAM ITUB 64QAM ITUB 256QAM ...

Страница 136: ...ve screen follow these steps 1 Press OPTIONS until the ITUB Interleave screen appears 2 Press RF SEL to choose a Channel Important You can edit this value from the front panel but this value will be overwritten by the value stored on the DNCS 3 Press ENTER to return to the default screen Adjusting the LCD Contrast 1 Press OPTIONS until the LCD Contrast screen appears 2 Press the Up or Down Arrow k...

Страница 137: ...s The RF SEL key allows you to select another carrier channel Important The IF output is fixed at 44 00 MHz on the IF GoQAM Example A frequency setting of 44 00 MHz for IF1 in the following illustration means that carrier channel 1 IF1 has a frequency of 44 00 MHz Each frequency setting also applies to the corresponding carrier channel Note Press the RF SEL key to select and view the other IF carr...

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Страница 139: ...nstructions to troubleshoot the GoQAM and to address alarm conditions that occur in the GoQAM This chapter includes information on inspecting the GoQAM modulator replacing the fuse and diagnosing and replacing the fan 7 Chapter 7 Inspect the Modulator In This Chapter Quarterly Inspection 124 Replace the Fuse 125 Diagnose the Fan 127 Replace the Fan 128 ...

Страница 140: ... the following items during a visual inspection Cables and connectors Verify that all cables are mated properly and all retaining screws are tight Inspect cables for stress and chafing Cover and rear panel If necessary clean the cover and rear panel with a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution Fan intakes on side panel Check the fan intakes on the side panel for excessive lint or dust...

Страница 141: ...pe and rating To replace the SLO BLO 250 V fuse follow these steps 1 Power down the GoQAM and remove the power cord 2 Locate the fuse holder on the left side of the back panel of your RF GoQAM model 3 Choose one of the following options For the 120 230V AC model use a small flat blade screwdriver to pry out the fuse holder then go to step 7 For the 48V DC model go to step 4 4 Loosen the fuse holde...

Страница 142: ...ment where you removed the spare This fuse will now be your spare fuse 10 Insert the fuse holder into the back panel 11 Choose one of the following options For the 120 230V AC model snap the fuse holder in place For the 48V DC model tighten the fuse holder by using a small flat blade screwdriver to turn the fuse holder clockwise 12 Replace the power cord and power on the GoQAM ...

Страница 143: ...oduct Replace the fan only with a genuine replacement fan from Cisco Contact Cisco Services to order replacement fans Diagnosing the Fan The following illustrations are examples of the alarm displays you will see on the front panel LCD screen Fan Failure Alarm Notes The fan failure alarm is a Major alarm The fan failure alarm can display for fan number 1 through fan number 6 Excessive Temperature ...

Страница 144: ...er off the unit disconnect all cords and cables and completely remove the GoQAM from the rack to replace a dual fan unit that has failed Important If a fan fails or is failing contact Cisco Services to obtain a replacement fan Notes The part number for the replacement fan unit is 4003088 The part number for the kit that includes the replacement fan and instruction sheet is 4007620 40 This section ...

Страница 145: ...5 CAUTION You must be able to externally support the GoQAM with a cart or table or with the assistance of another person when you slide the chassis forward in the rack If no go to step 2 2 If you cannot slide the GoQAM forward in the rack because some or all of the cables in the rack are not long enough to access the fan wait to replace the fan until you have a maintenance window Then choose one o...

Страница 146: ... screws that secure the fan to the side panel Important Do not over tighten or cross thread the screws 10 Carefully insert the 9 pin connector into the 9 pin socket and then replace and carefully tighten the screws that secure the 9 pin connector to the side panel Important Do not over tighten or cross thread the screws 11 Did you have to remove the GoQAM completely from the rack If yes go to step...

Страница 147: ...sage with additional information for resolving alarm conditions In addition this chapter provides examples of boot screen error messages identifying booting and software loading errors or failures Important The RF alarms listed in this chapter apply only to the RF GoQAM RF alarms do not occur on the IF GoQAM 8 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting the GoQAM In This Chapter Alarm Conditions 132 Troubleshooting...

Страница 148: ...dicates a fatal error that is a complete loss of functionality Major alarms occur for hardware or software conditions that indicate a serious disruption of service or the malfunctioning or failure of important circuits These situations require the immediate response of the technician to restore or maintain system operability The front panel of the GoQAM contains a MAJOR LED to alert the operator t...

Страница 149: ... the message indicates a loss of signal to the ASI Input which is a major alarm condition Reading the Display To display the list of active alarms follow these steps 1 Press OPTIONS The Alarm Status Level screen appears Alarm at 11 51 40 Input1 loss of signal Note Each alarm description appears for approximately 1 second before displaying the next alarm If no alarms are active a NO Active Alarms m...

Страница 150: ... the two outputs RF or IF or the four ASI input ports are listed only once The numbers in parentheses indicate the range of port numbers that might be affected by the alarm Example The Input 1 4 errored MPEG packet description corresponds to the Input port that is affected LCD Description Alarm Level Probable Cause Check and Correct Craft event change Status Someone viewed or changed the GoQAM set...

Страница 151: ... Reduce the data rate of input to the GoQAM by doing the following Reducing the amount of incoming data Reducing the amount of data added to the stream Increasing the GoQAM modulation mode Verify and correct session rate targets and threshold values Contact Cisco Services Input 1 4 loss of signal Major No signal This indicates one or more of the following conditions An upstream device that provide...

Страница 152: ... DNCS for the GoQAM session is too low which also means that the data rate of the ASI input to the GoQAM is too high Hardware problem Incorrect modulation mode Reduce the data rate of input to the GoQAM by doing the following Reducing the amount of incoming data Reducing the amount of data added to the stream Increasing the GoQAM modulation mode Run the Doctor Report to troubleshoot network connec...

Страница 153: ...arm and does not clear Yo may need to reboot the GoQAM to re acquire the input stream OUT 1 2 FIFO overflow Minor A FIFO overflow occurred and packet data has been lost indicating one or more of the following conditions Too many sessions defined from the DNCS for the GoQAM The data rate as defined from the DNCS for the GoQAM session is too low which also means that the data rate of the ASI input t...

Страница 154: ... the data rate of input to the GoQAM by doing the following Reducing the amount of incoming data Reducing the amount of data added to the stream Increasing the GoQAM modulation mode Verify and correct session rate targets and threshold values Reduce the total number of MPEG programs by deleting sessions Use a TV to verify program availability Contact Cisco Services Reset detected Status The GoQAM ...

Страница 155: ...nnot correctly detect locked or unlocked status the RF Output field displays MUTED when this condition exists The output converter synthesizer lock detect circuitry has malfunctioned Contact Cisco Services RF 1 2 DC PLL unlocked RF GoQAM only Major The downconverter DC PLL synthesizer cannot lock The output frequency may not be correct The RF Output field displays MUTED when this condition exists ...

Страница 156: ...g incorrectly The RF Output field displays MUTED when this condition exists Contact Cisco Services RF 1 2 UC PLL unlocked RF GoQAM only Major Modulator UC PLL is unlocked The output frequency may not be correct The RF Output field displays MUTED when this condition exists Contact Cisco Services Runtime error Operating System Major General purpose software error Reset the GoQAM by the power switch ...

Страница 157: ...e events Glue frames prevent macroblocking Excess glue frame events indicate that the associated output port is receiving too much data When the MPEG engine in the GoQAM nears full output capacity it begins to selectively choose video PIDs on which it will issue a freeze frame code in the MPEG video stream for that program and will drop the video packets for that session momentarily If this alarm ...

Страница 158: ...conflict Cause Code 7 Entitlement Control Message ECM PID conflict Cause Code 8 Program number conflict Delete the session This is for information only No action is required Teardown and rebuild the session Check the upstream MPEG input sources connected to the GoQAM For Cause Code 8 teardown and rebuild the session with a program number that does not conflict with the session If the alarm does no...

Страница 159: ...to a bad checksum Bad TFTP App Checksum Restarting The GoQAM automatically reboots Unable to TFTP App Code Boot Mode 2 The following message appears if the GoQAM is unable to download application code execution files from the TFTP server during boot mode 2 Unable to TFTP App Code Restarting The GoQAM automatically reboots Unable to TFTP App Code Boot Mode 1 The following message appears if the GoQ...

Страница 160: ... condition Check IP connectivity Contact Cisco Services Default Status Screen If an RF carrier channel cannot be accessed or is missing the following message appears CH1 Info Not Available A possible RF hardware problem occurred Contact Cisco Services Incorrect Configuration File Screens Invalid Config File Boot Mode 1 The following message appears when in boot mode 1 and the configuration file ty...

Страница 161: ...error condition Check IP connectivity Contact Cisco Services Unable to Boot Successfully Unable to perform BootP Boot Mode 1 The following message appears if the GoQAM is in boot mode 1 while unable to perform a successful boot process BootP Unable to perform BootP Continuing Startup The GoQAM then starts the application program Unable to perform Bootp Boot Mode 2 The following message appears if ...

Страница 162: ...le Continuing Startup The GoQAM then starts the application program Unable to TFTP Config File Boot Mode 2 The following message appears when in boot mode 2 and the GoQAM is unable to download the configuration file from the TFTP server Problem with Config File Restarting The GoQAM then automatically reboots Verify that the configuration file provisioned on the DNCS is present in the DNCS File sys...

Страница 163: ...e menu options to speak with a service engineer Access your company s extranet site to view or order additional technical publications For accessing instructions contact the representative who handles your account Check your extranet site often as the information is updated frequently 9 Chapter 9 Customer Information ...

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Страница 165: ...s for installing the GoQAM and provides technical specifications In This Appendix Installation and Operation Requirements 150 IF Specifications 152 RF Specifications 153 ASI Input Specifications 154 Modulation Specifications 155 Digital I O Performance Specifications 156 Connector Type 157 Factory Default Settings 158 Standard Output Frequencies 159 ...

Страница 166: ...to 264V AC 47 to 63 Hz AC unit 42V to 57V DC DC unit Fuses 4 0 A SLO BLO 250V AC unit 6 3 A SLO BLO 250V DC unit Line Frequency 47 to 63 Hz AC unit only Power Required RF GoQAM 155 VA typical IF GoQAM 85 VA typical Power Dissipated RF GoQAM 151 Watts typical IF GoQAM 80 Watts typical In Rush Current 35 amps maximum Vin 130V AC AC unit 75 amps maximum Vin 264V AC AC unit 15 amps maximum Vin 57V DC ...

Страница 167: ...t of the vent fans at the GoQAM side panel Important You must use the supplied notched rack mounts Cisco part numbers 734845 and 734846 to mount the GoQAM in the rack These rack mounts allow correct air circulation through the unit Storage Temperature Range 10 to 70 C 14 to 158 F Operating Humidity 5 to 95 non condensing Vibration Susceptibility No data errors with a chassis vibration of 0 5 Gs No...

Страница 168: ... 44 00 MHz Minimum Tuning Step Size N A Output Power Level 27 to 37 dBmV minimum range Output Impedance 75 Ω Spurious Outputs 44 MHz to 20 MHz single frequency modulated output related Less than 60 dB relative to the average power of the QAM channel with the highest power level Phase Noise 100 dBc Hz 10 kHz from carrier 100 dBc Hz 10 kHz from carrier typical Output Frequency Error over temperature...

Страница 169: ... Loss carrier on 12 dB within output channel Spurious Outputs 50 MHz to 1 1 GHz single frequency modulated output related 60 dB relative to the average power of the QAM channel with the highest power level Noise Floor out of band 136 dBc Hz 40 MHz from center frequency Phase Noise 84 dBc Hz 10 kHz from carrier 86 dBc Hz 10 kHz from carrier typical Output Power Level Change Over Tuning Range 2 0 dB...

Страница 170: ... Technical Specifications 154 4004834 Rev D ASI Input Specifications Specification Value Minimum Sensitivity 200 mV p p Maximum Input Voltage 880 mV p p Input Impedance 75 Ω Input Return Loss 17 dB 27 to 270 MHz ...

Страница 171: ...the GoQAM 6 MHz Spec Type Alpha Interleaver Symbol Rate Msymbols sec Data Rate megabits sec Bandwidth ITU A DAVIC DVB 64 12 I 12 J 17 5 304 29 328 6 MHz ITU A DAVIC 256 12 I 204 J 1 5 304 39 104 6 MHz ITU B QAM 64 18 I 128 J 4 5 056941 26 971 Mb s 6 MHz ITU B QAM 256 12 I 128 J 4 5 360537 38 811 Mb s 6 MHz ITU C DAVIC DVB 64 13 I 12 J 17 5 274 29 162 Mb s 6 MHz ...

Страница 172: ...s for each of the four ASI input ports Maximum Aggregate Output Rate including data insertion 39 104 Mbps for each of the RF output ports 620 Mbps Maximum Total Sessions 122 Maximum Number of Sessions per Output 61 sessions per channel Maximum Number of PIDs per Session 16 Maximum Number of PIDs per Input Transport 8192 per MPEG spec Maximum Number of PIDs for all Input Transports 32K Maximum Pack...

Страница 173: ...owing table lists the various types of connectors for the GoQAM Item Connector 10 100 Base T Ethernet RJ 45 AC Power IEC 320 connector DC Power 2 Termi Blok 90 degree header ASI Inputs 4 BNC 75 Ω Craft serial port I O DB 9 female RF Output only 2 are used Type F connectors 75 Ω ...

Страница 174: ...lt settings for the GoQAM Value Factory Setting Boot Mode 2 Carrier Mode Modulated Encryption PowerKEY ITUB Interleave 128 4 LCD Contrast 80 Modulation Type ITUB 64 RF Freq RF GoQAM only Highest Center Frequency Setting 867 MHz IF Freq IF GoQAM only 44 MHz RF Mute Off the output is not muted RF Output Level IF GoQAM 37 dBmV RF GoQAM 50 dBmV ...

Страница 175: ...ble is for reference purposes only 93 99 105 111 117 123 129 135 141 147 153 159 165 171 177 183 189 195 201 207 213 219 225 231 237 243 249 255 261 267 273 279 285 291 297 303 309 315 321 327 333 339 345 351 357 363 369 375 381 387 393 399 405 411 417 423 429 435 441 447 453 459 465 471 477 483 489 495 501 507 513 519 525 531 537 543 549 555 561 567 573 579 585 591 597 603 609 615 621 627 633 639...

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Страница 177: ... I Install the Modulator Into a Rack 16 O Operating the RF Modulator 50 P Provision an IF GoQAM on the DNCS 33 34 Provision GoQAMs on the DNCS 33 34 Provision the IF GoQAM 17 32 34 Provision the RF GoQAM 17 32 34 R Record the MAC Address 16 18 S Set Up UpConverter Basic Parameters 66 67 Stacking Guidelines 16 19 24 T Troubleshooting Alarm Messages 17 132 Troubleshooting Boot Screen Error Messages ...

Страница 178: ...s various trademarks of Cisco Systems Inc Please see the Notices section of this document for a list of the Cisco Systems Inc trademarks used in this document Product and service availability are subject to change without notice 2007 2012 Cisco and or its affiliates All rights reserved April 2012 Printed in USA Part Number 4004834 Rev D ...

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