Product User Manual

DC1000/SC2000/MC3000
SW Version 1.08.x and higher

Document Revision: 1.1

Aug 2007

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Table of Contents

1 ABBREVIATIONS ..........................................................................................................................5
2 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................6
3 SYSTEM OVERVIEW ...................................................................................................................7
4 INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................................8
4.1 GENERAL ......................................................................................................................................8
4.2 CONNECTING POWER ...................................................................................................................8
4.3 CONNECTING INPUT SIGNALS ......................................................................................................8
4.3.1 IP input ..................................................................................................................................8
4.3.2 ASI input ................................................................................................................................8
4.3.3 QPSK input............................................................................................................................8
4.3.4 COFDM input .......................................................................................................................9
4.3.5 QAM input .............................................................................................................................9
4.4 CONNECTING OUTPUT SIGNALS ...................................................................................................9
4.4.1 IP output ................................................................................................................................9
4.4.2 ASI output ............................................................................................................................10
4.4.3 Decoder outputs ..................................................................................................................10
4.4.3.1 Video Composite output ................................................................................................................. 10
4.4.3.2 Audio (1 slots decoder module)..................................................................................................... 10
4.4.3.3 Audio (2 slots decoder module)...................................................................................................... 10
4.4.3.4 RF upconverted output.................................................................................................................... 11
4.4.3.5 Alarm Relay .................................................................................................................................... 11
5 CONFIGURATION.......................................................................................................................13
5.1 NETWORK SETTINGS ..................................................................................................................13
5.1.1 Assign IP address................................................................................................................13
5.1.2 Network Time Protocol (NTP) Server ................................................................................16
5.1.3 Optional Languages............................................................................................................16
5.2 CONFIGURE INPUTS ....................................................................................................................17
5.2.1 QPSK Input .........................................................................................................................19
5.2.2 ASI input ..............................................................................................................................23
5.2.3 QAM Input...........................................................................................................................25
5.2.4 COFDM Input .....................................................................................................................28
5.2.5 IP input ................................................................................................................................30
5.3 CONDITIONAL ACCESS ...............................................................................................................33
5.3.1 Descrambling ......................................................................................................................33
5.3.2 Scrambling ..........................................................................................................................33
5.3.2.1 Scrambler card configuration.......................................................................................................... 35
5.3.2.2 ECM / EMM Configuration............................................................................................................ 36
5.4 CONFIGURE DECODERS ..............................................................................................................40
5.4.1 Channel Configuration .......................................................................................................40
5.4.2 Parameter Configuration – Baseband................................................................................41
5.4.2.1 Video Sync Control......................................................................................................................... 45
5.4.3 Parameter Configuration – RF...........................................................................................46
5.4.3.1 Additional RF Parameters............................................................................................................... 48
5.4.4 Parameter Configuration – RF and NICAM ......................................................................48
5.4.5 Parameter Configuration – RF and A2 Stereo...................................................................50
5.4.6 On Screen Display (OSD) Messaging (optional) ...............................................................51

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 5.5 CONFIGURE OUTPUTS.................................................................................................................54
5.5.1 PSI .......................................................................................................................................54
5.5.2 IP Output .............................................................................................................................54
5.5.2.1 Generation of SPTS Streams .......................................................................................................... 55
5.5.2.2 Generation of MPTS Streams ......................................................................................................... 58
5.5.3 ASI output ............................................................................................................................62
6 CONTROL AND MONITORING...............................................................................................67
6.1 SYSTEM STATUS .........................................................................................................................67
6.1.1 Service View ........................................................................................................................67
6.1.2 Hardware View ...................................................................................................................68
6.1.3 Active Alarms ......................................................................................................................69
6.1.4 Alarm History......................................................................................................................70
6.1.5 Alarm Filter.........................................................................................................................70
6.2 SNMP.........................................................................................................................................72
6.2.1 Setup ....................................................................................................................................72
6.2.2 Interpretation of traps.........................................................................................................72
6.2.3 Worked example on SNMP usage.......................................................................................73
6.3 SOAP XML INTERFACE ..............................................................................................................73
7 MAINTENANCE ...........................................................................................................................74
7.1 SOFTWARE UPGRADE .................................................................................................................74
7.2 CONFIGURATION BACK-UP SYSTEM ...........................................................................................74
7.3 CONFIGURATION BACKUP GUIDELINES .....................................................................................74
7.4 HOT SWAPPING ...........................................................................................................................75
7.4.1 How to perform a hot-swap ................................................................................................75
7.4.2 Input Module hot-swap .......................................................................................................75
7.4.3 Switch Card hot-swap .........................................................................................................76
7.4.4 Decoder module hot-swap ..................................................................................................76
7.4.5 Output Module hot-swap.....................................................................................................76
7.5 ADDING / REPLACING /REMOVING MODULES TO THE CHASSIS ..................................................76
7.6 RESTORE TO DEFAULT IP ADDRESS ............................................................................................77
8 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................80
8.1 UNABLE TO CONNECT TO DEVICE ...............................................................................................80
8.2 MISSING VIDEO/AUDIO OUTPUT FROM A DECODER CARD ........................................................80
8.3 MISSING VIDEO/AUDIO OUTPUTS FROM ALL OUTPUT MODULES .............................................81
8.4 NO AUDIO BUT VIDEO .................................................................................................................81
8.5 UNABLE TO DESCRAMBLE A SERVICE.........................................................................................81
9 APPENDIX .....................................................................................................................................82
A HARDWARE MODULES ............................................................................................................83
A.1 SWITCH MODULE ........................................................................................................................83
A.2 IP INPUT MODULE ......................................................................................................................84
A.3 QPSK RECEIVER MODULE.........................................................................................................84
A.4 ASI INPUT MODULE ...................................................................................................................85
A.5 QAM INPUT MODULE ................................................................................................................85
A.6 COFDM INPUT MODULE ...........................................................................................................86
A.7 DESCRAMBLER MODULE ............................................................................................................86
A.8 DUAL DECODER MODULE ..........................................................................................................87
A.9 DUAL DECODER WITH DVB CA.................................................................................................87
A.10 DUAL DECODER WITH RF OUTPUT .............................................................................................88
A.11 DUAL DECODER WITH NICAM ENCODER AND RF OUTPUT .......................................................88
A.12 DUAL DECODER WITH A2 STEREO ENCODER AND RF OUTPUT ..................................................89
A.13 SCRAMBLER MODULE ................................................................................................................89
A.14 IP OUTPUT MODULE ..................................................................................................................90
A.15 ASI OUTPUT MODULE ...............................................................................................................90
A.16 DUAL POWER SUPPLY ................................................................................................................91
B SOFTWARE OPTIONS................................................................................................................91

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 B.1 LATENS CONDITIONAL ACCESS (FOR DESCRAMBLER MODULE) ...............................................91
C ALARM MESSAGES....................................................................................................................92
C.1 DUAL DECODER MODULES ........................................................................................................92
C.2 DESCRAMBLER MODULE ............................................................................................................94
C.3 PSI ALARMS ON ALL INPUT CARDS .............................................................................................94
C.4 ASI INPUT MODULE ...................................................................................................................95
C.5 QPSK INPUT MODULE ...............................................................................................................95
C.6 COFDM INPUT MODULE ...........................................................................................................95
C.7 QAM INPUT MODULE ................................................................................................................96
C.8 IP INPUT MODULE ......................................................................................................................96
C.9 MMI MODULE ............................................................................................................................97
C.10 ASI OUTPUT MODULE ...............................................................................................................97
C.11 IP OUTPUT MODULE ..................................................................................................................97
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................99
C.12 GENERAL ....................................................................................................................................99
C.13 INPUT SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................................................................................99
C.14 BASEBAND OUTPUT SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................100
C.15 RF OUTPUT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................................101
C.16 STEREO SOUND SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................101
C.17 ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................102

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1 Abbreviations

ASI - Asynchronous Serial Interface

CAM - Conditional Access Module

ECM - Entitlement Control Message

QPSK - Quadrature Phase Shift Keying

SC2000 - IP Streamer

CI - Common Interface

NTP - Network Time Protocol

DVB - Digital Video Broadcasting

EBU - European Broadcasting Union

VBI - Vertical Blanking Interval

DDM - Dual Decoder Module

SPTS - Single Program Transport Stream

MPTS - Multiple Program Transport Stream

VPS - Video Programming System

SI - Service Information

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2 Introduction
This manual describes how to install, configure and operate the unit. The product range
consists of high quality products aimed at the professional segment of the video distribution
market.

This manual is written for professional operators of video distribution systems and some level
of general technical know how is required.

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3 System Overview
The chassis has been designed to offer operators a high level of reliability and flexibility. In
order to match specific system requirements, the chassis can be configured to host the
functional modules best suited for a given scenario.

The Chassis consists of a total of 18 slots which can all host functional modules. Slot number
zero is dedicated to host the Switch module and slot number 17 can only host multi-slot
functional modules. The remaining 16 slots are identical and can be occupied by any of the
functional modules available. A basic chassis configuration including a mandatory Switch
module and power supply connectors is shown in Figure 1.

Figure 1. Basic Chassis Configuration without any functional modules.

The Chassis shown in Figure 1 can be configured to host any combination of functional
modules to accommodate the specific system requirements. Please see Appendix A for a full
listing of available functional modules.

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4 Installation
This chapter describes the installation procedure with respect wiring and initial network
configuration.

4.1 General
The chassis is designed to be installed in a standard 19” rack. It has forced air flow from front
to back in the chassis, and therefore multiple units can be stacked above each other with no
space in between. Please ensure that there is adequate space in front and in the back of the
unit to provide effective ventilation.

4.2 Connecting Power

This equipment is fitted with power supply with voltage input span from 110-240 V AC
at 50/60 Hz nominal. Power consumption is maximum 300W.

As an option, the unit can be fitted with dual redundant hot-swappable power. Each of
the power is rated for 300W. In normal operation where both powers are connected, the
two powers will load share. In case of power failure, the remaining power can handle the
power consumption of a full chassis. The recommendation is to connect the two power
inlets are connected to different mains power circuits.

4.3 Connecting Input Signals

4.3.1 IP input
The IP input card is equipped with both an Electrical (RJ45 connector) and Optical (via SPF
module) for data. In addition, IP input module is equipped with a second Electrical (RJ45
connector) for management.

All Ethernet copper connection support auto sense 10/100/1000 Mbit connection. For 1000
Mbit connection, the Ethernet cable needs to be a category 6 cable.

Both the Electrical and the SPF connectors for data have the same IP address and can
consequently not be used simultaneously. Both inputs are automatically activated. The first
port activated (establishing a link towards the router) will be the active port. To activate the
other port, the cable on the active port must first be removed.

4.3.2 ASI input

Each ASI input module has 3 independent ASI inputs. The ASI connector is 75Ω BNC
connector.

The ASI module is equipped with an Electrical (RJ45 connector) for management. The
connection support auto sense 10/100/1000 Mbit connection. For 1000 Mbit connection,
the Ethernet cable needs to be a category 6 cable.

4.3.3 QPSK input

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Each QPSK input module has 4 independent QPSK L-Band inputs. Each input can either be
connected directly to an LNB, or alternatively to an L-Band distribution amplifier or switch.
Each input is 75Ω F connector. Maximum input level is -25 dBm. Recommended level is
between -30 dBm and -40 dBm.

One ASI output port is available for monitoring. Any of the four QPSK inputs can be copied
to the ASI output without affecting the services in use. The ASI connector is 75Ω BNC
connector.

The QPSK module is equipped with an Electrical (RJ45 connector) for management. The
connection support auto sense 10/100/1000 Mbit connection. For 1000 Mbit connection,
the Ethernet cable needs to be a category 6 cable.

4.3.4 COFDM input

Each COFDM input module has one 75Ω F connector and can tune up to 4 independent
frequencies. Maximum input level is -25 dBm. Recommended level is between -30 dBm and -
40 dBm.

One ASI output port is available for monitoring. Any of the four COFDM inputs can be
copied to the ASI output without affecting the services in use. The ASI connector is 75Ω
BNC connector.

The COFDM module is equipped with an Electrical (RJ45 connector) for management. The
connection support auto sense 10/100/1000 Mbit connection. For 1000 Mbit connection,
the Ethernet cable needs to be a category 6 cable.

4.3.5 QAM input

Each QAM input module has one 75Ω F connector and can tune up to 4 independent
frequencies.

One ASI output port is available for monitoring. Any of the four QAM inputs can be copied
to the ASI output without affecting the services in use. The ASI connector is 75Ω BNC
connector.

The QAM module is equipped with an Electrical (RJ45 connector) for management. The
connection support auto sense 10/100/1000 Mbit connection. For 1000 Mbit connection,
the Ethernet cable needs to be a category 6 cable.

4.4 Connecting Output Signals

4.4.1 IP output
The IP output card is equipped with both an Electrical (RJ45 connector) and Optical (via SPF
module) for data. The RJ45 connector marked control is not in use.

The Ethernet copper connection supports auto sense 10/100/1000 Mbit connection. For
1000 Mbit connection, the Ethernet cable needs to be a category 6 cable.

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Both the Electrical and the SPF connectors for data have the same IP address and can
consequently not be used simultaneously. Both inputs are automatically activated. The first
port activated (establishing a link towards the router) will be the active port. To activate the
other port, the cable on the active port must first be removed.

4.4.2 ASI output

Each ASI output module has 4 independent ASI outputs. The ASI connector is a 75Ω BNC
connector.

4.4.3 Decoder outputs

4.4.3.1 Video Composite output
For modules with composite output, the upper BNC is video A while the lower is video B.

4.4.3.2 Audio (1 slots decoder module)

The 1 slot composite video output card has a DSUB9 male connector for audio, carrying both
services. The pinout of the male connector is shown below.

1
6 2
7 3
8 4
9
5

Pin 1 Audio 1 Right positive

Pin 2 Audio 1 Right negative

Pin 3 GND GND

Pin 4 Audio 2 Right positive

Pin 5 Audio 2 Right negative

Pin 6 Audio 1 Left positive

Pin 7 Audio 1 Left negative

Pin 8 Audio 2 Left positive

Pin 9 Audio 2 Left negative

4.4.3.3 Audio (2 slots decoder module)

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The 2 slots baseband output card has 2 Switchcraft TRAPC5M connectors for audio, one for
each service. The upper connector is Audio 1 and the lower is Audio 2. The pinout of the
connector is shown below.

Pin 1 Left positive

Pin 2 Left negative 1 5 4

Pin 3 Right negative
2 3
Pin 4 Right positive

Pin 5 GND

The female connector which fits into the connector on the card is a Switchcraft TA5FLB.

4.4.3.4 RF upconverted output

For modules with built in modulation and RF up conversion, the RF up converted output is a
female F-Connector, one for each TV channel. The upper connector is channel A while the
lower is channel B.

The standard version of the RF output covers the complete band from 47 MHz to 862 MHz.
Alternatively the RF modules can be delivered with a low spurious option. For the low
spurious option, the frequency range is divided into the following three bands:

Low Band : 47 MHz to 340 MHz

Medium Band: 330 MHz to 620 MHz

High Band: 500 MHz to 862 MHz

For the low spurious option, each output will be marked with frequency band. The available
frequency range is reflected in the GUI by only presenting legal values.

4.4.3.5 Alarm Relay

On the 3 slots module including RF up-converter and NICAM encoder, a female DSUB9
interface connector can be used for redundancy switching. If a critical alarm is detected, the
DSUB9 interface will go from OK state to ALARM state after a set period and the built in
relay will change its pin configuration according to the following table:

Pin 1-6 open

OK Pin 2-6 closed

Channel A
Pin 1-6 closed
5
9 4
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3
7 2
6
1
 ALARM Pin 2-6 open

Pin 5-9 open

OK Pin 4-9 closed

Channel B
Pin 5-9 closed

ALARM Pin 4-9 open

Table 1. Alarm Relay alarm state.

In order to avoid unnecessary switching on the output, a hysteresis scheme has been
implemented. The output state is set according to the following scheme:

Initial state is OK:

A critical alarm is detected by the system.

If the alarm is still present after 5 seconds the DSUB9 interface will enter into its ALARM
state. The configuration of the DSUB9 interface will change according to Table 1.

Initial state is ALARM:

All critical alarms are turned off.

If no critical alarms occurs for the next 60 seconds after the last critical alarm was cleared, the
relay state will go back to OK and the DSUB9 interface configuration will change according to
Table 1.

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5 Configuration
Please refer to Appendix A. Hardware Modules before connecting to functional modules.

All units are controlled via the web interface running on the module configured as Man
Machine Interface (MMI). Any input module can be configured as MMI board, normally the
MMI functionality is installed on the module in slot 1. Only one module in the chassis should
be configured with the MMI option.

5.1 Network Settings

This chapter describes how to connect to the unit for the first time and how to make
appropriate changes to the network configuration.

5.1.1 Assign IP address

All modules with MMI interface are configured from factory with a default IP address of
192.168.1.100. To change the network settings of the device please follow the steps described
below.

1. Connect a PC directly to the device with an Ethernet cable

2. Set the IP address of the Ethernet adapter of the PC to a fixed address in the
same segment. (E.g. 192.168.1.99). Please refer to the operating system manual
for setting the IP address on the PC.

3. Start an internet web-browser and type 192.168.1.100 in the address field.

4. The following screen will appear (exact configuration of the unit will vary):

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 Figure 2. WEB Home Page

Please note that if you have previously connected to a unit with the same IP address, the arp
table on your computer might be wrong. Please type at a DOS prompt “arp –d
192.168.1.100” to delete the old arp entry.

5. Click on the Admin folder in the navigation panel and the window in Figure 3
will be displayed. The installed modules will now show up with their respective
network settings.

Figure 3. Admin page

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 6. Click on the module hosting the management interface (MMI) and the module
configuration will look similar to the one shown in Figure 4.

Figure 4. Admin Properties Page

7. Under the Management Port and Data Port (if available) the following settings
can be configured:

IP Address - specify the IP address of the management

interface

Gateway address - enter the gateway address of your network in

order to access external resources

Subnet Mask - specify the subnet mask

8. Save the settings by clicking the Apply button. Please reboot the card by re-
powering the unit.

9. Connect the unit to your local network.

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5.1.2 Network Time Protocol (NTP) Server

The unit relies on a Network Time Protocol (NTP) Server to set and update the system’s date
and time.

1. Go to the Admin folder in the navigation pane and select the module hosting
the management interface (MMI). See Figure 4.

2. Under the NTP Server settings the following must be configured:

IP Address - specify the IP address of the NTP Server (Please

make sure the Gateway address has been
correctly configured in the above Management
Port settings)

Local Timezone - enter your local time zone

Man. daylight saving - daylight savings adjustment will be performed

automatically if not selected

3. Save the settings by clicking the Apply button.

5.1.3 Optional Languages

It is possible to specify one or two default languages which will always be available when
configuring a decoder module. Since available languages listed in the drop-down list only
shows the languages currently present in the transport stream, this enables the operator to
select languages expected to be present in the transport stream at a later point in time.

1. Go to the Admin folder in the navigation pane and select the module hosting
the management interface (MMI).

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 Figure 5. Optional Languages

2. Enter up to two additional languages in the Optional Languages box

Eg. <nor,dan>

3. Save the settings by clicking the Apply button

5.2 Configure Inputs

The unit can be configured to host a number of different input modules. Select the Inputs
folder from the navigation pane to view all available input modules. See Figure 6.

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Figure 6. Inputs view

The following information is available from the Inputs view:

Slot - slot position in the chassis

Type - type of input module

Services - the number of services present in the transport stream

Total Rate [Mbps]- the total bandwidth of the incoming transport stream

CC Errors - the number of CC errors detected on all input ports

The next sections contain detailed information on how to configure the different input
modules available.

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5.2.1 QPSK Input

Each QPSK module is capable of receiving up to 4 individual QPSK input streams. Please
follow the procedure below to configure the module.

1. Navigate to the Inputs folder, click on the QPSK module you want to configure and
the window in Figure 7 will be displayed. The services available on all 4 QPSK input
ports will be listed in the same view by default.

Figure 7. QPSK input

2. The QPSK input window shows all configurable settings as well as the current bit rate
and service information. The following parameters are available:

Port - shows the port on the QPSK input module

Rate[Mbps] - shows the incoming data rate

CC Err - Bit Error Rate is a quality indication of the input signal.

Incorrect configuration of the transponder parameters
will display "no sync".

Service - Filtering of the displayed service information. When

selected, only the services available from the selected
input port are displayed under Services.

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 PID - Packet Identifier. When selected, all available PIDs
from the selected input port are displayed instead of the
service list. See Figure 10.

Mode - switch between DVB and MPEG mode. Default is

DVB. Please use the MPEG mode if the incoming
transport stream is not DVB compliant.

SATF[GHz] - Satellite Frequency. Set the satellite transponder

frequency.

LNBF[GHz] - Low Noise Block Frequency. Set the L-band

frequency offset.

SRate - Symbol Rate. Set the symbol rate of the incoming

QPSK signal. The valid range is 1 - 45 MSymbols/s.

ICode - Inner Code. Set the FEC overhead fraction. E.g. ¾.

LNBV - Low Noise Block Voltage. Switch between 0V, 13V or

18V.

22 kHz - Switch On/Off the 22kHz output signal

Enable - Enable the corresponding input port

3. In order to monitor any of the demodulated QPSK input signals it is possible to

assign one of the input ports to the output ASI Monitor interface. The demodulated
QPSK input signal will then be copied onto the Monitor port for further analyzing or
monitoring of the transport stream. Normal operation will not be affected by using
the monitoring port.

4. Save the settings by clicking the Apply button

Clicking on one of the listed services will display more detailed information about the service
including different PIDs in the transport stream like PMT, PCR, video, audio, etc.

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Figure 8. QPSK Detailed Service View

It is possible to apply filters on the information displayed in the GUI. Selecting the QPSK
Service View, only the services associated with the selected input will be displayed.

Figure 9. QPSK Service View

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Selecting the QPSK PID View will display only the PIDs associated with the selected input. It
is also possible to click on any of the PIDs to get more detailed information about that PID.

Figure 10. QPSK PID View

The status parameters for the QPSK module are shown in figure below. Click on the letter
representing the Input channel (A, B, C or D) to display the status parameters for the specific
input port.

Figure 11: QPSK status view

Sync – MPEG sync. No, 188 or 204

Effective Bitrate – The effective bitrate of the input stream

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Total Bitrate – The total bitrate of the input stream

Input Power – Input Power for the QPSK signal in dBm.

EbN0 – Signal to Noise Ratio.

CNR – Channel to Noise Ratio

LNB Voltage – actual LNB voltage

Lock Status – Lock status of the tuner.

The status parameters EbN0 and CNR will be 0 when the tuner is not locked.

5.2.2 ASI input

The ASI input module is capable of receiving up to 3 individual ASI input streams. Each ASI
input can support up to 213 Mbit/s and each module can handle up to 250 services. The
number of ASI input ports and number of services can be increased by adding more modules
to the chassis. Please follow the procedure below to configure the module.

1. Navigate to the Inputs folder, click on the ASI module you want to configure and the
window in Figure 12 will be displayed. The services available on all 3 ASI input ports
will be listed in the same view by default.

Figure 12. ASI Input

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 2. The ASI input window shows all configurable settings as well as the current bit rate
and service information. The following parameters are available:

Port - shows the port on the ASI input module

Rate[Mbps] - shows the incoming data rate

CC Err - Bit Error Rate is a quality indication of the input signal.

No input signal will display "no sync".

Service - Filtering of the displayed service information. It shows

only the services available from the selected input port.

PID - Packet Identifier. When selected, all available PIDs

from the selected input port are displayed instead of the
service list.

Mode - switch between DVB and MPEG mode. Default is

DVB. Please use the MPEG mode if the incoming
transport stream is not DVB compliant.

Enable - Enable the corresponding input port

3. Save the settings by clicking the Apply button

It is possible to apply filters on the information displayed in the GUI . Selecting the ASI
Service View, only the services associated with the selected input will be displayed and clicking
on one of the listed services will display more detailed information about the different PIDs
like PMT, PCR, video, audio, etc. Selecting the ASI PID View will display only the PIDs
associated with the selected input. It is also possible to click on any of the PIDs to get more
detailed information about that PID.

The status parameters for the ASI module are shown in figure below. Click on the letter
representing the Input channel (A, B or C) to display the status parameters for the specific
input port.

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Figure 13: ASI status view

Sync – MPEG sync. No, 188 or 204

Effective Bitrate – The effective bitrate of the input

Total Bitrate – The total bitrate of the input

5.2.3 QAM Input

The QAM input module is capable of receiving up to 4 individual QAM frequencies. The
number of QAM frequencies can be increased by adding more modules to the chassis. Please
follow the procedure below to configure the module.

1. Navigate to the Inputs folder, click on the QAM module you want to configure and
the window in Figure 14 will be displayed. The services available on all 4 QAM inputs
will be listed in the same view by default.

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 Figure 14. QAM Input

2. The QAM input window shows all configurable settings as well as the current bit rate
and service information. The following parameters are available:

Input - shows the different QAM inputs

Rate[Mbps] - shows the incoming data rate

CC Err - Bit Error Rate is a quality indication of the input

signal. No input signal will display "no sync".

Service - Filtering of the displayed service information. Only

the services available from the selected input port
are shown.

PID - Packet Identifier. All available PIDs from the

selected input port are shown.

RF Freq [MHz] - set the QAM frequency in MHz. Valid range is 170k
– 887 MHz.

Symbol Rate [MBd] - set the symbol rate in Mega Baud. Valid range is
0.452 – 7.23 Mega Baud.

Modulation - set the type of modulation. Valid entries are QAM4,

QAM16, QAM32, QAM64, QAM128 and QAM
256.

Spectral Inv - set the Spectral Inversion to Auto, Normal or

Inverted.

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 3. Save the settings by clicking the Apply button

It is possible to apply filters on the information displayed in the GUI . Selecting the QAM
Service View, only the services associated with the selected input will be displayed and clicking
on one of the listed services will display more detailed information about the different PIDs
like PMT, PCR, video, audio, etc. Selecting the QAM PID View will display only the PIDs
associated with the selected input. It is also possible to click on any of the PIDs to get more
detailed information about that PID.

The status parameters for the QAM module are shown in figure below. Click on the letter
representing the Input channel (A, B, C or D) to display the status parameters for the specific
input port.

Figure 15: QAM status view

Sync – MPEG sync. No, 188 or 204

Effective Bitrate – The effective bitrate of the input

Total Bitrate – The total bitrate of the input

Frequency – The currently tuned frequency in MHz

Bandwidth – The Bandwidth of the currently tuned channel

Modulation – Current Modulation of the tuned channel

BER – Bit Error Rate

SNR – Signal to Noise Ratio

Power Level – Power Level of the COFDM input signal

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State – Current State

Carrier Status – Status of the tuning process

Front End Locked – Current Tuner lock status: Yes or No

5.2.4 COFDM Input

The COFDM input module is capable of receiving up to 4 individual COFDM frequencies.

The number of COFDM frequencies can be increased by adding more modules to the
chassis. Please follow the procedure below to configure the module.

1. Navigate to the Inputs folder, click on the COFDM module you want to configure
and the window in Figure 16 will be displayed. The services available on all 4
COFDM input frequencies will be listed in the same view by default.

Figure 16. COFDM Input

2. The COFDM input window shows all configurable settings as well as the current bit
rate and service information. The following parameters are available:

Port - shows the port on the ASI input module

Rate[Mbps] - shows the incoming data rate

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 CC Err - Bit Error Rate is a quality indication of the input
signal. No input signal will display "no sync".

Service - Filtering of the displayed service information.

Shows only the services available from the selected
input port

PID - Packet Identifier. Shows all available PIDs from

the selected input port

RF Freq [MHz] - set the QAM frequency in MHz

Bandwidth [MHz] - choose the bandwidth to be 6, 7 or 8 MHz

Spectral Inv - set the Spectral Inversion to Normal or Inverted.

3. Save the settings by clicking the Apply button

It is possible to apply filters on the information displayed in the GUI . Selecting the COFDM
Service View, only the services associated with the selected input will be displayed and clicking
on one of the listed services will display more detailed information about the different PIDs
like PMT, PCR, video, audio, etc. Selecting the COFDM PID View will display only the PIDs
associated with the selected input. It is also possible to click on any of the PIDs to get more
detailed information about that PID.

The status parameters for the ASI module are shown in figure below. Click on the letter
representing the Input channel (A, B or C) to display the status parameters for the specific
input port.

Sync – MPEG sync. No, 188 or 204

Effective Bitrate – The effective bitrate of the input

Total Bitrate – The total bitrate of the input

Frequency – The currently tuned frequency (950 – 2150 MHz) in MHz

Frequency Offset – The offset between the configured frequency and the actual
lock in kHz.

Bandwidth – The Bandwidth of the currently tuned channel

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Figure 17: COFDM status view

Spectral Inversion – The current spectral inversion (Normal or Inverted)

Modulation – Current Modulation of the tuned channel

Guard Interval – Current Guard Interval of the tuned channel

FFT – Current FFT size of the downstream signal

BER – Bit Error Rate

CBER – Channel Bit Error Rate.

SNR – Signal to Noise Ratio

Power Level – Power Level of the COFDM input signal

State – Current State

Carrier Status – Status of the tuning process

Front End Locked – Current Tuner lock status: Yes or No

5.2.5 IP input
The unit can be equipped with a number of different IP input modules. Each IP input module
is capable of receiving up to 250 individual input streams. The input streams can be either
SPTS or MPTS encoded.

In order to add new inputs, remove input or view info regarding existing inputs:

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 1. Navigate to the Inputs page and choose the IP input module applicable. See Figure
18. The services available on all inputs will be listed in the same view by default.

Figure 18. IP input page

2. The IP input window shows all configurable settings as well as the current bit rate and
service information. The following parameters are available:

Input - shows the input number

IP - shows the IP address of the multicast/unicast.

Port - shows the port.

Service - Filtering of the displayed service information.

Shows only the services available from the selected
input port

PID - Packet Identifier. Shows all available PIDs from

the selected input port

Rate[Mbps] - shows the incoming data rate

CC Err - Bit Error Rate gives quality indication of the input

signal. No input signal will display "no sync".

RTP Err Real Time Protocol Error.

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Add a new input stream

1. In the Input Control pane, add the multicast/unicast IP address and port.

2. Press the Add button. The input module will now issue an IGMP join for the selected
multicast and start to analyse the incoming stream. The service found on the selected
multicast will be listed in the service view in the lower part of the input page.

Remove a multicast input

1. Select the input to be removed by activating the tick box on the left hand side of the
input entry.

2. Press the “Selected” button under the Remove input part of the input control.

It is possible to apply filters on the information displayed in the GUI. Selecting the Service
View for a selected multicast, only the services associated with this multicast will be displayed
and clicking on one of the listed services will display more detailed information about the
different PIDs like PMT, PCR, video, audio, etc. Selecting the ASI PID View will display only
the PIDs associated with the selected input. It is also possible to click on any of the PIDs to
get more detailed information about that PID.

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5.3 Conditional Access
The unit may perform descrambling and scrambling given the required cards is available in the
unit. These functions are regarded as processing elements and hence not listed in the input or
output sections in the GUI.

5.3.1 Descrambling
The unit is capable of descrambling a number of incoming services. This requires a
Descrambler module to be available in the chassis configuration. The Descrambler module
comes with two Common Interface slots and can therefore host two Conditional Access
Modules (CAM). Each Common Interface slot supports descrambling of several services
depending on which CAM is used. Please note that all services must originate from the same
input source.

Please take the following steps to prepare for descrambling services:

1. Insert the CAM into an available Common Interface slot

2. Insert your Smart Card into the CAM.

3. Assign the Common Interface slot to a service that needs to be descrambled. Please
refer to the Troubleshooting section for detailed instructions on how to do this.

5.3.2 Scrambling
When scrambling of the services is required, the unit utilizes two separate cards. The
Simulcrypt Synchronizer Card (SCS) which is responsible for the Generation of
ControlWords and encryption of these, and the scrambler card which performs the actual
scrambling.

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Figure 19. Scrambler Overview

The SCS card is the master of the scrambling system. It is aware of the ECMG and the
scrambler card. Upon configuration the SCS card generates a CW, sends it to the ECMG,
which returns the ECM. The SCS then sends the CW to the selected scrambler and the ECM
to the correct output card.

Before it is possible to define an output stream with the scrambling properties it is necessary
to define the ECM generator, as the SCS needs to know where to contact the encryption
system. Next step is to define an ECM. The ECM definition associates a CW id and access
criteria. The output can now be defined and scrambled. When configuring the output to be
scrambled the ECM selection list implicitly represents the CW and access criteria while the
scrambler indicates which scrambler card to use.

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5.3.2.1 Scrambler card configuration
The scrambler functionality runs on a dedicated card which supports the CSA and the AES
scrambling algorithm. The algorithm is implemented in separate FPGA images which are
loaded during boot. Consequently the card cannot support both algorithms simultaneously
and an option file needs to be loaded. The card also supports selective scrambling which is a
software controlled configuration per card.
SCR OPTION FILE
To change between the AES and the CSA algorithm it is necessary to load an option file. This
file describes the desired characteristics of the card, and is read during boot.

Two option files currently exists:

• DDM_SCRAMBLER_AES_MQ.img
• DDM_SCRAMBLER_CSA_MQ.img

Typical Option file for AES scrambler :

<atvHeader protocol="ddmOptionsProtocol" version="1.0"/>
<atvBody>
<DDM_HWDef>
<SCRAMBLER is_scrambler_card="Yes" algorithm="aes"/>
<MQ use_mq_protocols="Yes"/>
</DDM_HWDef>
</atvBody>
</atvMessage>

To load an option file follow the same procedure as applies for loading application software to
the scrambler card.

SELECTIVE SCRAMBLING
The scrambler card also supports selective scrambling. This implies that parts of the content
are sent in clear. This selection is also per card basis but is controlled from software.

For each card detected by the system it allows for changes to the selective scrambling mode
per card. To change the selective scrambling go to the Scramblers node in the Navigation
pane, select the desired mode and press Apply.

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Figure 20 Selective scrambling setup

Selective - Off = Selective scrambling is not enabled,

mpeg2= Selective scrambling for mpeg2 streams
mpeg4= Selective scrambling for mpeg4 streams

CAS-id - CA-Vendor specific algorithm options

5.3.2.2 ECM / EMM Configuration

Adding/Editing an ECM Generator

To add an ECM Generator, go to the Scrambler node in the navigation tree, insert
appropriate values and press insert.

Figure 21 Adding ECM Generator

ID - The Simulcrypt Channel ID used towards the CA system

Name - Used for reference in the GUI only
CAS-id - CA-Vendor specific ID
Sub-id - CA-Vendor specific sub-id
IP - IP Address of ECM Generator
Port - TCP/UDP port of ECM generator

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To change an ECMG configuration click on the ECMG to change, do the changes and press
apply.

Figure 22 Editing ECM Generators

Adding / Editing an ECM

The definition of an ECM is done from the ECM node in the navigation tree. The ECM entry
links a CW and Access criteria to an ECM generator.

Figure 23 Adding ECM

ID - The Simulcrypt Stream ID used towards the CA system

Name - Used for reference in the GUI only
ECM Generator - Links the ECM to the pre-defined ECM generator
SCG-id - CW selection. All ECMs with the same SCG-id will share
the same CW
Access Criteria - The Access Criteria in decimal or hex. To enter in hex
use the “0x” prefix.

To change an ECM configuration click on the ECM to change, do the changes and press
apply.

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Figure 24 Editing an existing ECM

Adding /Editing an EMM Generator

To add an EMM Generator, go to the Scrambler node in the navigation tree, insert
appropriate values and press insert.

Figure 25 Adding EMM Generator

ID - The Simulcrypt Channel ID used towards the CA system

Name - Used for reference in the GUI only
CAS-id - CA-Vendor specific ID
Sub-id - CA-Vendor specific sub-id
IP - IP Address of EMM Generator
Port - TCP/UDP port of EMM generator

To change an EMMG configuration click on the EMMG to change, do the changes and press
apply.

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Figure 26 Editing EMM Generator

Adding/Editing an EMM

The definition of an EMM is done from the EMM node in the navigation tree. The EMM
links a particular EMM to a EMM generator

Figure 27Adding EMM

ID - The Simulcrypt Stream ID used towards the CA system

Name - Used for reference in the GUI only
EMM Generator - Links the EMM to the pre-defined EMM generator

To change an EMMG configuration click on the EMMG to change, do the changes and press
apply.

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Figure 28 Edit EMM

5.4 Configure Decoders

The Decoders are configured under the Decoder node on the navigation tree. All
Available decoder module cards will be listed by their slot position. The two decoders for each
decoder module are identified with ‘Channel A’ and ‘Channel B’.

5.4.1 Channel Configuration

The chassis can be configured with multiple Dual Decoder Modules. The Dual Decoder
module will decode the MPEG-2 DVB transport stream and output a PAL baseband signal
on one of the BNC connectors. Please follow the procedure below to configure the module.

1. Navigate to the Decoders folder and the window in Figure 29 will be displayed

Figure 29. Dual Decoder Modules

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 2. The following information is available from the Decoders view:

Slot - slot position in the chassis

Output - shows either channel A or B

Service Name - assigning a service to the output. The service list is

automatically generated from the input modules. For an
MPTS input stream, all available services will be listed. If
Service Definition Table (SDT) tables are available in
input streams, the service list will consist of service
names together with the Service ID (SID) and a local
input ID. Whenever the SDT table is not present, the
services will be listed as service 1, service 2, etc.

RF Ch - the assigned channel

RF Freq - the assigned frequency

RF Enable - shows if the channel is enabled or not. If not enabled the

RF carrier is turned off.

Edit - detailed configuration of the output

3. Assign a service to an output by selecting it from the drop down list. Figure 29 shows
a possible configuration scenario where Hallmark and VH1 has been assigned to
Decoder outputs A and B. In the Service Name field additional information about the
corresponding input module can be found just after the service name. In this scenario
the first service originates from the input module placed in slot position 1, port C,
whereas the second one comes from the input module in slot position 2, port A. The
service IDs are respectively 303 and 204.

4. The selected services will automatically be assigned to the output immediately after
they have been selected.

5. In order to configure audio language, subtitling, etc., click Edit for the service you
want to configure.

If a service is scrambled, the service must be descrambled before decoding. Inserting a CAM
module for the required CA system and a valid smart card into the decoder module with
CAM slots, the service will be automatically routed through the descrambler and the service
will be descrambled. No configuration is required.

5.4.2 Parameter Configuration – Baseband

When clicking Edit for the service you want to configure. It will take you to the page shown
in Figure 30.

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 Figure 30. Dual Decoder Detailed Configuration

The following parameters are available for the Decoder module:

Video parameters

Please choose the video parameter that best matches your display of choice.

Service - displays the selected service

AR Conversion - select the aspect ratio of the video output

from the drop down list. Valid choices are
Pan Scan, Letterbox (default), Combined
and Off. The Aspect Ratio (AR)
Conversion provides options regarding the
video aspect ratio output of the decoder
when the source is widescreen (16:9). The
possible options are shown in the figure
below.

AR Conversion Standard - select the aspect ration conversion

standard from the drop down list:
Normal, DTG, AFD manual. See table
below. The standard chosen affects the
AR conversion and WSS value.

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 Signal Standard - select video signal standard between PAL
(default) and SECAM (SECAM L).

Figure 31. Illustration of the Video Aspect Ratio Conversion parameter

AR Description
Conversion
Standard
Normal The selected AR Conversion is used. WSS value: Source is Aspect
Ratio from video stream
DTG Digital Video Group 4.0: AR Conversion and WSS values are handled
according to this specification
AFD Manual The selected AR conversion is used. WSS value: Source is AFD in
user data sections in video stream (ETSI TS 101 154)
Table 2: AR Conversion Standard

Audio parameters

The different audio languages available for the selected service will be visible in
the respective drop down list. All available audio languages will be shown, either
as separate stereo streams or as dual mono stream. In dual-mono streams, the L
and R channel carries different languages. The user interface will give a notice if
the selected service carries dual mono audio and the selected language will be
output on both L+R audio channel.

Current - displays the active audio language

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 1st Priority Language - select the 1st preferred audio language
from the drop down list. This audio
language is chosen whenever available.

2nd Priority Language - select the 2nd preferred audio language

from the drop down list. This audio
language is chosen if available and the 1st
Priority Language is not available.

Audio Level - set the audio signal strength. The value

entered has to be in the range from -10 to
+6 dB. The default value is 0.

If none of the selected priority audio languages are available from the incoming
service, the first audio language listed in the service will be chosen.

Teletext parameters

Enable - enable Teletext by ticking the indicated

box. Teletext will be inserted into the VBI
field of the output video signal.

Subtitling parameters

The subtitling drop down list provides available languages for both DVB
Subtitling and EBU Teletext subtitling.

Current - displays the active subtitling language

1st Priority Language - select the 1st preferred subtitling language

from the drop down list.

2nd Priority Language - select the 2nd preferred subtitling language

from the drop down list.

Priority - specify the subtitling priority order. Valid

entries in the priority list are DVB, EBU,
DVB-HH (hearing impaired) and EBU-
HH (hearing impaired). Click on the Edit
link to change the priority order.

The subtitling prioritizing search will start using the 1st Priority Language
and try to match the entries in the priority order list. If no match is found
the same search is done with the 2nd Priority Language. Subtitling will be
disabled when there is no match.

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 Please note that only currently available languages in the video service can
be selected from the drop down list. Additional languages can be selected
after adding these under the Admin folder.

VBI/Testlines parameters

Testlines - select the number of Vertical Blanking

Interval (VBI) test lines. Valid entries are
Off (default), 17 or 17 and 18 as defined
by ITU-T J.63 (625-Line System)

Sinc Testlines - select which line number in VBI to insert

the Sinc test signal in. Valid entries are Off
(default), 319 or 335. The Sinc (or
Sin(x)/x) test signal is used to measure the
group delay and amplitude response
versus frequency. “Off” will disable the
Sinc Testlines function.

WSS signalling - Wide Screen Signalling (WSS) is enabled

by ticking indicated box. The AR
Conversion parameter is then inserted into
the VBI data field in order to allow WSS
enabled widescreen TVs to display the
aspect ratio as intended. WSS follows
ETSI EN 300 294. The WSS information
can be extracted “From Video” or “From
AFD”. The default value is “Off”.

VPS signalling - The Video Programming Stream (VPS) is

enabled by ticking the indicated box. The
VPS data is then inserted into the VBI
data field is they exist. VPS follows ETSI
TS 101 231. The default value is “Off”.

5.4.2.1 Video Sync Control

The video sync can be turned off during critical video alarms. When a critical video alarm is
turned on, the video sync is turned off. A user defined delay specifies the time between the
alarm situations goes off and the sync is turned back on again. The page is shown in Figure 32.

Parameters:

Alrm S.Ctrl - Alarm Synch Control can be turned on/off.

Alrm S. Delay - Alarm Sync Delay can be adjusted from 0 to

99 seconds.

When sync control is on, the following alarms will turn off the video sync:

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 • Transport Stream Missing

• Video PID Missing

• Video PID Scrambled

• Video Missing

• Video Data Error

The parameters are found on the hidden Decoder Configuration page at address: <ip-
address>/cgi-bin/rf-setup.cgi

Figure 32: Hidden Decoder Configuration Page

5.4.3 Parameter Configuration – RF

If an up-converter module is available, the GUI will look like in Figure 33.

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Figure 33. Dual Decoder with Up-Converter

The following up-converter configuration parameters can be changed:

RF Frequency - RF Frequency sets the modulation

frequency of the service. It is possible to
select from a set of predefined frequencies
(C.C.I.R frequency table), or alternatively
by entering a specific frequency in the text
box.

RF Power Level - Determines the power of the output

signal. This value has to be in the range
105 to 118 dBuV.

RF Enable - Enables the RF-signal on the output. The

RF output signal will be turned off when
this is not enabled.

The decoder will perform an auto calibration of the power level to match the selected power
output level every time the system boots or a change has been applied to the RF Frequency,
the RF Power Level or the RF Enable. After the decoder has performed this calibration it is
possible to fine-tune the power level through the Fine Level Adjust parameter. The slider
makes it possible to adjust the power level ±1dB. Fine Level Adjustment should only be used
in conjunction with an external power measurement (for example power meter). The
following steps should be used to fine calibrate power:

1. Select Power Level and RF frequency and click the Change button. This will
configure the decoder and RF calibration will be performed (picture is

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 automatically turned to black while calibration is being performed). The power
accuracy will be ± 1.0 dB. Please note that the unit should be warm to assure
accurate power setting.

2. If accuracy better than ± 1.0 dB is required, fine level adjustment must be done.
Before starting fine adjustment, turn the channel off on the main input page.
Turning the channel off will provide a black picture.

3. Click the checkbox next to the fine level adjust slider-bar. Adjust the power
setting using external power measurements and click the Apply button. The fine
level adjust setting will not be activated before pushing the Apply button. Please
also note that fine level adjustment should only be performed when the unit is at
operational temperature (allow 15-30 minutes operation before performing fine
calibration).

4. When the fine level adjustment has been completed, turn back on the service
from the main input page.

When the fine level adjustment has been enabled, the automatic calibration is turned off since
this only have an accuracy of ± 1.0 dB. All power calibration settings are stored in the flash.
At a power recycle, these power calibration settings are recovered. When the unit comes back
to the operational temperature, the power accuracy is within ± 0.25 dB assuming same
operational temperature.

Since the fine calibration is only valid for the selected frequency, frequency selection and
course power setting is disabled when fine level adjustment has been selected. To change
frequency or course power level, please deselect the fine level adjustment and adjust the
settings as required. A new automatic calibration will be performed when the frequency or the
course power level settings are changed.

5.4.3.1 Additional RF Parameters

There are some other RF parameters that are placed on a hidden WEB page. These
parameters are configured in production and shall not be changed. The parameters are found
on the hidden Decoder Configuration page at address: <ip-address>/cgi-bin/rf-setup.cgi. See
Figure 32.

Preset Filters – The Filter setting should be set to match the physical filter.

AVCR – Audio /Video Carrier Ratio

VMDept – Video Modulation Depth

5.4.4 Parameter Configuration – RF and NICAM

If a module supports NICAM, the Decoder page will look like in Figure 34.

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Figure 34. Dual Decoder with NICAM

The following configuration parameters are available. Please refer to ETSI standard
EN300163 v.1.2.1 before changing the default configuration for NICAM:

Nicam Enable - The enable/disable parameter will turn

On or Off the NICAM carrier on the
RF output.

Nicam/Video Carrier Ratio - The nominal output level for the

NICAM carrier is 20 dB down from
the video carrier. Please note that this is
power and not amplitude. The level
can be adjusted from -3 dB to +7dB.

Nicam Mode - Select between Stereo and Single

Mono

Nicam Reserved - Turn the reserved flag On or Off.

Default value is On (Avail. on carrier).
Please note that some TVs require the
reserved flag to be turned On to enable
NICAM.

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5.4.5 Parameter Configuration – RF and A2 Stereo

If a module supports A2 Stereo, the Decoder page will look like in Figure 35.

Figure 35. Dual Decoder with A2 Stereo

The following configuration parameters are available:

A2 Mode - Select the appropriate A2 Mode:

Mono – mono audio

Stereo – stereo audio
Dual Mono – static Dual Mono
Controlled by VPS – audio is dynamically set
according to information retrieved from the VPS
Controlled by SI - audio is dynamically set
according to information retrieved from the SI

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5.4.6 On Screen Display (OSD) Messaging (optional)

The unit supports On Screen Display (OSD) Messaging enabling service providers to display
short information messages on a given channel. This function is optional and requires a
licence.

Enable OSD Messages

In order to add OSD messages to a input streams the following procedure should be used:

1. Click on the OSDM tab to display the On Screen Display (OSD) Messaging window
Figure 36.

Figure 36. On Screen Display (OSD) Messaging.

2. Choose which message number to enable (#0-4) by clicking on the appropriate

message number. The message numbers are listed in red on the left side.

3. Add/Remove the channels you want the message to appear in by using the arrow
buttons. The channels will then be listed in the “Show on” textbox. Only one
Message Text can be displayed at a given channel at a given time and therefore all
selected channels will be removed from the “Available” textbox.

4. Write the message to be displayed in the Message Text box. The message can contain
up to 255 ASCII characters.

5. Choose vertical position by choosing Top or Bottom position.

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 6. Choose message appearance to be either Scrolling or Fixed.

7. Choose “Enable OSD Messaging” to activate the message. The message would
otherwise be disabled until you enable it.

8. Click the Submit button to register the message (see Figure 37 for example
configuration)

Figure 37. Enable OSD Messages.

Disable OSD Messages

In order to disable OSD Messages the following procedure should be used:

1. Click on the OSDM tab to display the On Screen Display (OSD) Messaging window.

2. Choose which message number to disable (#0-4) by clicking on the appropriate

message number. The message numbers are listed in red.

3. Deselect “Enable OSD Messaging” to disable the message. Note that the message
will still be available and can be enabled again later.

4. Click the Submit button to register the message (see Figure 38 for example
configuration)

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 Figure 38. Disable OSD Messages

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5.5 Configure Outputs

5.5.1 PSI
The below tables are supported by the ATV streamer. In general all tables are transferred
through the system via the PSI regenerator and played out from the playout-module on the
respective output card.

Table Repetition Supported function

rate(ms)
PAT 200 Always transmitted, regenerated from input.
CAT 1000 Transmitted if EMMs are specified to be transmitted. (Pass-through or
broadcast)
PMT 200 Regenerated from input. SPTS output Service ID’s is extracted from
the input service and cannot be modified. Service ID for MPTS
services may be modified.
NIT 1000 Supported in MPTS mode only. NIT is generated based on the values
entered by user. All transports’ defined in the same network will be
included in NIT.
NIT Other is not supported.
IF NIT is not enabled then PID 16 will not be transmitted.
SDT- 1000 Always transmitted. Regenerated from Input. In MPTS mode the
A Service name can be modified.

The SDT sorting is based on the input slot, port and the incoming
SDT. I.e. the service listed first in the SDT is the first service from port
0 in slot 1.
SDT- Not supported
O
EIT 1000 Supported in MPTS mode only.
P/F-A
EIT 5000 Supported in MPTS mode only.
P/F-O

Configuration of the PSI is done in the Edit Multiplex dialog explained in more detail below.

5.5.2 IP Output

The unit can be configured to host a number of different IP output modules. Select the
Outputs folder from the navigation pane to view all available output modules. See Figure 39.

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Figure 39. Outputs View

The following information is available from the Outputs view:

Slot - slot position in the chassis

Type - type of output module
Services - the number of services assigned to the output
module
Output Rate [Mbps] - the total data rate of all configured services. The
rate shown includes all overhead data such as IP
headers.

The IP Output module must be configured before the unit can output multicast transport
streams. The IP Output module supports both SPTS and MPTS streams.

5.5.2.1 Generation of SPTS Streams

The following procedure shows how to create a Single Program Transport Stream (SPTS).

1. Navigate to the Outputs folder, click on the IP module you want to configure and a
window similar to the one in Figure 40 will be displayed.

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 Figure 40. IP Output

2. Before assigning a service to the IP output some default parameters must be specified
such as the IP address, port number, etc. These settings can be found under the
Default Service Properties heading. The following parameter can be configured by
the operator:

IP - set the IP address of the SPTS

Port - set the Port number
Component mode - select PID forwarding mode:
Auto All – all components are forwarded
Auto A/V – only Audio and Video
Auto A/V/TTXT – Audio, Video and Teletext

Descrambler - if descrambling is required you can choose which

descrambler module to use from the poll down
menu. The Poll down menu will display available
descramblers.
Scrambler - if a Scrambler module is installed you can choose to
scramble the selected service by selecting one of the
available scramblers from the pull down menu
ECM - If scrambling has been selected, assign the output
stream to the appropriate scrambled subscriber
package. Please refer to chapter on scrambling to
set up subscriber packages.
Type of Service - specify the Type-of-Service (TOS) value to prioritize
between Delay, Throughput and Reliability. Please
refer to the IP protocol specification for details.

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 Time to Live - set the time-to-live (TTL) value defined for the IP
multicast protocol:
0 - restricted to the same host
1 - restricted to the same subnet
32 - restricted to the same site
64 - restricted to the same region
128 - restricted to the same continent
255 - unrestricted

MPEG P/F - Number of MPEG packets per UDP frame.

Default is 7.
RTP - Enable Real Time Protocol
Include EMM - Forward CAT/EMM tables for services that are
received scrambled and not descrambled in the
chassis.
3. Next, add an input service to the IP output. Under the Input Services heading you
will find all the available services. Just drag-and-drop the service you want to assign to
output over to the IP Output window and the service is assigned to the IP address
specified under Default Service Properties. Please notice that the IP address under
the Default Service Properties is incremented for every service you assign to the
output.

4. Add all required services to the IP Output. Remember to adjust the default
parameters if required. The IP Output window may look similar to the window
shown in Figure 41.

Figure 41. Assigned IP outputs

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 5. In order to change the settings for an assigned service just double-click the service and
the Stream Properties for that service will be displayed (see above for parameter
details).

Figure 42. IP Output Stream Properties

6. It is possible to reconfigure all parameters from the Default Service Properties as well
as adding a monitor port for monitoring the service (requires an available Decoder
module to be present in the chassis). It is possible to stream and decode the same
service up to 4 times.

7. Save and activate the settings by pressing the Apply button at the bottom of the page.

5.5.2.2 Generation of MPTS Streams

The ATV streamer is capable of generating MPTS outputs for both IP and ASI. First step is
to set the Transport related parameters which is done in the Edit Multiplex dialog. The next
step is to add services to the MPTS. Adding services is drag and drop based.

An MPTS stream provides some more PSI options than SPTS, as well as it provides the
option to map through External PIDs which is not signaled or related in any way to the
MPTS services.

The following procedure shows how to create a Multiple Program Transport Stream (MPTS).

1. Navigate to the Outputs folder, click on the IP module you want to configure and a
window similar to the one in Figure 43 will be displayed.

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 Figure 43. IP Output

2. Click the “Add MPTS” button to create a new MPTS stream. A new window will
open where the MPTS parameters can be entered.

Figure 44. IP MPTS Generation

3. The basic MPTS parameters are first configured. These parameters are listed below
with a short explanation:

Network Id - set the Network Identification tag

TS Id - set the Transport Stream Identification tag

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 IP - set the IP address of the generated MPTS
Port - set the Port number
Rate [Mbps] - set the bandwidth of the multiplex. Stuffing is used
to ensure the configured bandwidth
Time to Live - set the time-to-live (TTL) value defined for the IP
multicast protocol:
0 - restricted to the same host
1 - restricted to the same subnet
32 - restricted to the same site
64 - restricted to the same region
128 - restricted to the same continent
255 - unrestricted

Type of Service - specify the Type-of-Service (TOS) value to prioritize

between Delay, Throughput and Reliability. Please
refer to the IP protocol specification for details.
MPEG P/F - Number of MPEG packets per UDP frame.
Default is 7
RTP - enable Real-Time Protocol (RTP)

4. It is possible to configure NIT Generation by ticking the box associated with the text.
This will expand the current window and the window in Figure 45 will be displayed.

Figure 45. NIT Generation

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 5. The following NIT parameters can be configured:

Frequency - set the carrier frequency in MHz

Inner FEC - valid Inner FEC values are 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8,
8/9, 3/5, 4/5 or 9/10
Modulation - modulation type can be 16-QAM, 32-QAM, 64-
QAM, 128-QAM or 256-QAM
Symbol Rate - set the Symbol Rate of the QAM Modulator
Outer FEC - enable outer FEC

6. Tick the box next to the text “Import TS PIDs” to configure PIDs not signaled in the
transport stream. The following window will open.

Figure 46. Import TS PIDs

7. The following parameters needs to be filled in:

Slot - the slot position of the input module containing the

PID to be forwarded

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 Input - enter an integer number for the input port. Port A
= 0, Port B = 1, Port C = 2 and Port D = 3.
PID - input PID to be forwarded
Out PID - input PID is mapped to this output PID number.
Note that each output PID occupies one channel
through the output card like any other channel. The
maximum number of channels through the output
card is 250.

8. Save and activate the settings by pressing the Apply button at the bottom of the page

9. In order to add services to the Multiplex just created, just drag and drop services from
the Input pane to the output pane. See example in Figure 47.

Figure 47. Create MPTS streams

5.5.3 ASI output

The configuration of an ASI output port consist of first defining port specific setting such as
total bite rate, whether the port shall be enabled or not etc. This setup is done in the Edit
Multiplex dialog. This dialog is activated by double-clicking on the respective port on the ASI
output card. The next step is to configure the services to be mapped to this port. This service
setup is drag and drop based.

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The following procedure shows how to configure ASI Output Streams.

1. Navigate to the Outputs folder, click on the ASI module you want to configure and a
window similar to the one in Figure 48 will be displayed.

Figure 48. ASI Output

2. To change port specific parameters double-click on the Port node on the right hand
pane to open the dialog shown below.

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 This dialog is like the Edit Multiplex dialog in the IP out card except that the ASI
settings has replaced IP settings field. The ASI parameters are:

Rate[Mbps] – The total ASI output rate. The stream will be stuffed with NULL
packets to maintain the correct fixed bitrate.

Enable - Enable/Disable the output port.

Packet Size - The TS packet Size (188/204)

Byte Mode - The byte mode specifies how the TS data is transported over the ASI
link. In burst mode all the TS-data-bytes are sent without any idle symbols in
between. In Spread mode the ASI specification requires at least one idle byte between
each data-byte, and that each packet start indicator (0x47) is preceded with at least two
idle bytes. The ASI output stream in spread mode guarantees that each data-byte is
preceded with two idle symbols. This effectively reduces the maximum datarate to
1/3 of the maximum ASI output rate, i.e. (213/3) Mbps. If higher rates are required
use burst mode.

3. Before assigning a service to one of the ASI Output ports some default parameters
must be specified under the Default Stream Properties heading. The following
parameters can be configured by the operator:

Component mode - select PID forwarding mode:

Auto All – all components are forwarded

Auto A/V – only Audio and Video
Auto A/V/TTXT – Audio, Video and Teletext
Descrambler - if descrambling is required you can choose which
descrambler module to use from the poll down
menu. The Poll down menu will display available
descramblers.
Scrambler - if a Scrambler module is installed you can choose to
scramble the selected service by selecting one of the
available scramblers from the pull down menu
ECM - If scrambling has been selected, assign the output
stream to the appropriate scrambled subscriber
package. Please refer to chapter on scrambling to
set up subscriber packages.

4. Next, add an input service to an ASI output Port. Under the Input Services heading
you will find all the available services. Just drag-and-drop the service of choice to an
output port and the service will inherit the properties defined in the Default Stream
Properties window.

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 5. Add all required services to the ASI Output. Remember to adjust the default
parameters if required. The ASI Output window may look similar to the window
shown in Figure 49.

Figure 49. Add ASI outputs

6. In order to change the settings for an assigned service just double-click the service and
the Stream Properties window for that service will be displayed (see figure below).

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 Figure 50. Reconfigure ASI Properties

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6 Control And Monitoring
6.1 System Status
The system status of the unit can easily be monitored from the web-based user interface.
Information about the currently configured services, active alarms and alarm history is
available.

6.1.1 Service View

Expand the Status folder in the navigation pane and click the Service View icon. The
Service View will be displayed as shown in Figure 51.

Figure 51. Service View

The information in the status view can be sorted by clicking on the column headers.

The Service View shows all configured services by default and the following information is
available:

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 Inputs - input information about the corresponding service. The notation is
<X:Y:Z> where X is the slot position of the input module, Y is the
port on the input module and Z is the service PID.

Service - the name of the service

Output - output information about the corresponding service. The notation is

<X-Y:Z> where X is the output module, Y is the multicast address
and Z is the multicast port number.

Descr - the assigned descrambler module. The notation is <X-Y> where X

is the slot position of the descrambler module and Y is the
Common Interface (CI) slot on the descrambler module

Scramble - the assigned Scrambler ECM

ECM - the defined scrambling group

Monitor - the monitor module used for monitoring the service

6.1.2 Hardware View

The hardware view shows graphically the unit status. In the below figure there are 3 modules
with an associated critical alarm status, shown in red. A description of the alarm status is
shown in the status pane at the bottom of the screen.

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Figure 52. Hardware Vie

6.1.3 Active Alarms

Expand the Status folder in the navigation pane and click the Active Alarms icon. All active
alarms will be displayed as shown in Figure 53. Please note that all active alarms will also be
displayed in the bottom pane.

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Figure 53. Active Alarms

Level - indicates the alarm level. Valid levels are CRITICAL, MAJOR,
WARNING and NOTE. All alarm levels are colored according
to:
CRITICAL -> Red
MAJOR -> Orange
WARNING -> Yellow
NOTE -> White

Set - when the alarm was set

Application - which module the alarm is referring to
Error Code - type of alarm. Please see Appendix C for further details.

6.1.4 Alarm History

Expand the Status folder in the navigation pane and click the Alarm History icon. The alarm
history will be displayed as shown in Figure 54.

Figure 54. Alarm History

6.1.5 Alarm Filter

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The alarm module provides filtering based on slot, port and alarm ID. If an incoming alarm
does not pass the filter the alarm is discarded, i.e. it is not shown in the active alarms view; it is
not recorded in the alarm history and not indicated on the LED on the module.

To define an alarm filter, go to the “Alarm filter” page.

Figure 55. Alarm Filter

The alarm filter page lists all the relevant alarms for the card type selected (if no specific card is
selected all alarms are listed). When an alarm filter is removed any active alarms which are
filtered will re-appear with the timestamp according to when the filter was removed.

The filter also applies for the SNMP trap system.

Note that the alarms shown in the alarm drop down list are all the alarms that are registered by
each module in the system. A module is most often represented by a card. From the above list
the SCR module equals a scrambler card. When an alarm is raised by the respective module
detecting an error condition it is possible for the module reporting the alarm to override the
alarm description.

In the two figures below this is shown for the SCS cards Channel Errors alarm. During boot
the SCS card registers a general ECMG Channel Error alarm. This alarm is visible in the filter
list as shown below. Then when the card detects a problem with the channel the alarm is
triggered, with some additional information conveyed in the alarm description, in this case the
channel error is no connection with the CA system.

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Figure 56 Registered Alarm is

Figure 57 Actual alarm with specialized alarm description

6.2 SNMP
The SNMP Agent uses the same IP address as MMI. All alarms are forwarded as SNMP
traps. The Appear TV sub tree in the MIB contains a table with the trap destinations where
traps are sent, a table of active alarms, and the sequence numbers of the newest, oldest and
maximum possible active alarms.

6.2.1 Setup

The trap destination table must be edited to receive traps. It contains five entries, hence
allowing five different trap destinations to be used at the same time. Additional rows can not
be created. The tdIpAddr field contains the IP address of the NMS, while the tdRowStatus
field is used to determine whether traps should be forwarded. To enable traps towards a
specified address the corresponding tdRowStatus must be set to active (1). To disable traps,
set the tdRowStatus field to notInUse (2). Errors are reported when trying to send traffic
towards IP address 0.0.0.0, which is the default IP address.

6.2.2 Interpretation of traps

Each trap is uniquely identified with the combination of msgId, msgSlot, msgPort, and
msgInstance. The type of error is specified with msgId, while the location is specified with the
rest, where msgSlot is the slot, msgPort is the port on the slot, while msgInstance is used
when further differentiation is necessary.

The other fields correspond to the fields in the GUI: msgSeverity to Level, msgSourceName
to Application, msgText to Error Code, and msgGenerationTime to Set.

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6.2.3 Worked example on SNMP usage

To test the Appear TV SNMP implementation with net-SNMP, install the mibs in the mibs
directory. This directory may be "/usr/share/snmp/mibs". Depending on the
installation.

* To browse the entire mib tree for the mmi on IP address <src ip address>:
snmpwalk -m ALL -v 2c -c public <src ip address> .
(note the dot at the end of the line)

* To only browse the Appear TV subtree:

snmpwalk -m ALL -v 2c -c public <src ip address> appeartv

* To send traps to ip address <dest ip address> First set the trap destination
address:
snmpset -c private -m ALL -v 2c <src ip address>
APPEARTV-TRAPDESTINATION-MIB::tdIpAddr.1 a <dest ip address>

Then set the community string may be changed if needed to <new community
string>
snmpset -c private -m ALL -v 2c <src ip address>
APPEARTV-TRAPDESTINATION-MIB::tdCommunityString.1 s <new community string>

Finally the entry must be activated with snmpset -c private -m ALL -v 2c <src ip
address>
APPEARTV-TRAPDESTINATION-MIB::tdRowStatus.1 i 1

To send the traps to stderr without forking the shell:

snmptrapd -m ALL -f -Le

6.3 Soap XML interface

The Soap XML interface can be used for external control and monitoring of the unit. Please
contact Customer Support for more information about this feature.

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7 Maintenance
This chapter describes how to perform maintenance tasks such as software upgrade, replacing
faulty modules, etc.

7.1 Software Upgrade

SW can be uploaded to the unit remotely via ftp. The new SW is not activated before the
module is either remotely rebooted or the card rebooted by re-powering the chassis or the
module (removing and reinserting a module).

If it is required to software upgrade a unit the relevant software together with a separate
document containing instructions on how to perform this upgrade will be provided.

7.2 Configuration back-up system

The ASIO based software platform provides means of automatic backup of the service
configuration. The mechanism is relatively simple. It is a Linux Cron job running every night
at 04.00. A history of 4 copies will be preserved before the system starts to override backup
files. The script looks for other ASIO cards, of found it exports the database to a text file and
copies it to the remote cards found. In case the backup is needed it is a script provided to
retrieve the backup. This script will erase the current configuration and create a new database
with the exported data. A card reboot is necessary for the new configuration to be
activated – THIS IS automatically done by restore script.

atvdbsnapshot dist dumps the live configuration to file on a

remote card within the unit

atvsdbsnapshot restore <database> restores the earlier files dumped to the

remote card ex:
atvsdbsnapshot restore atvconfig.db

7.3 Configuration Backup Guidelines

Although the internal backup system will automatically back up the configuration database it is
good practice to keep a copy of the database somewhere externally to the unit. The larger
configuration, the more important.

To make an external backup of the configuration copy the /etc/atv/atvconfig.db file to an

external location. FTP or SCP to the MMI board may be used for this operation.

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If the external copy is to be used it is necessary to stop the application process on the card
before the configuration database may be copied. To do this log into the MMI board using
telnet or SSH. Then type

stop asio - observe that the processes are stopped.

Now ftp the atvconfig.db to /etc/atv/atvconfig.db (If this fails, stop the boa server, it may
occupy the database.)
reboot - Reboots the card to activate the new configuration.

7.4 Hot swapping

The platform supports module hot-swap, i.e. the different modules (decoder modules, input
module and switch-module) can be replaced during operation. Removing a module and
replacing it with a new will not cause any damage to the module. Hot-swapping of a module
will only directly affect the signal through the relevant module. The direct and indirect effects
of a module hot-swap are explained in detail in the sections below.

7.4.1 How to perform a hot-swap

A module is removed by first loosening screws on top and bottom of the module (one is
located in the ejector). Press the white button inside the card ejector and pushing the ejector
down. This will release the module from the chassis.

When inserting the new module into the chassis it is important to align the module card’s
edges with the module-guides in the chassis. Make sure the jack on the module is in open
position as illustrated in Figure 58. Slide the module into the unit on the module-guides until
the jack touches the chassis. Move the jack upwards. This will insert the module all the way
into the unit.

Figure 58 : Module jack in open position

7.4.2 Input Module hot-swap

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Support for hot-swap of all input modules allows modules to be replaced during normal
operation only affecting the services related to the relevant modules. The unit will
automatically re-configure the new input module with identical values to the board that has
been replaced.

One of the available input modules will always be configured as the Man Machine Interface
(MMI). This module manages all the other modules in the unit and stores all configuration
information in a database. Replacing the input module with MMI will cause all services to
stop. Hence replacement of the MMI board must be performed with care, and a full backup
of the configuration database is recommended.

7.4.3 Switch Card hot-swap

All communications between different modules in unit are facilitated by the switch-module.
Removing this module will disable all backplane communication. The effect of this is loss of
all services. The color of the status on the modules will change to blue. Once a replacement
switch card is inserted into the device the LED change back to red/green and the services will
resume. No configuration of the switch module is required.

7.4.4 Decoder module hot-swap

Decoder modules can be replaced during normal operation only affecting the relevant
modules with a minimum disruption of services. The unit will automatically re-configure the
new module with identical values to the board that has been replaced. The module will
therefore automatically start decoding the same service which was decoded previously.

NOTE – It is important to insert the new decoder module in the same slot as the decoder
module it is replacing and that the new decoder module has the same configuration (same
options).

7.4.5 Output Module hot-swap

Output modules can be replaced during normal operation only affecting the services related to
the relevant modules. The unit will automatically re-configure the new output module with
identical values to the board that has been replaced.

7.5 Adding / Replacing /Removing modules

to the chassis
Before upgrading a unit with additional channels, please check that there is sufficient space in
the chassis to support the additional module(s).

The left most slots seen from the front (slot 0) can only hold the switch card, while the last
slot (slot 17) contains power connectors only designed for sandwiched card configurations, i.e.
it may not be used for single slot modules.

Before inserting new module(s) into the chassis, please remove required front plates. With a
screw driver (or equivalent) open the air vents in the bottom of the chassis as illustrated in
Figure 59. Each air vent is opened by pushing down on the left side seen from the front.
Each air vent should be opened 90 degrees. Make sure that the air vents both in front and in

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the back is opened for each card position in use. Please make sure air went on each sides of a
card guide is open. For decoder modules which are 2 slots wide, air vents in two card
positions must be opened. For decoder modules which are 3 slots wide, air vents in three card
positions must be opened.

Figure 59 : Opening of air vents

When all the new modules have been inserted into the chassis, please make sure that the front
is completely closed using front panels. Leaving a slot position open without a module or
front panel will cause the unit to draw false air and consequently could result in over heating
of the modules in the chassis.

To permanently remove modules in a specific slot position, the modules should first be
removed from the chassis. Next, select the About folder in the navigation tree. All missing
modules will be shown as red. To permanently remove the configuration of the module from
the chassis, select Accept Changes. This will permanently remove the missing modules from
the database.

When replacing an existing card be aware that a card configuration always follows the slot
position and not the module itself. Consequently, if a module is moved from one position in
the chassis to a new position, the unit will report the original slot position as HW missing,
while the new slot position will be configured as a new card with default configuration. Hence
if a card is to be replaced it is important that the same slot is re-used for the replaced card.

7.6 Restore to default IP address

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It is possible to restore to the factory configured IP address on the MMI module. This can be
useful if the software configured IP address is lost. The restore is done by setting a jumper on
the two pins identified in Figure 60 or in Figure 61 depending on which module the MMI is
installed. Please note that your PCB layout can be slightly different. When the jumper has
been added, the MMI will be configured according to the tables below regardless of what is
stored in memory.

The default IP settings are:

IP Address: 192.168.1.100
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway : 192.168.1.1

VLAN: turned off

After connecting the jumper, the MMI card has to be rebooted. The factory default IP
settings will be active as long as the jumper is connected. While the jumper is inserted, all IP
parameters in memory can be changed and saved via the web interface. Once the jumper is
removed and the card is rebooted, the IP settings in memory will be activated.

Figure 60. Restore default IP address (GB IP IO based board)

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Figure 61. Restore default IP address (ASI based board)

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8 Troubleshooting
The following chapter provides hints and advice to the most commonly know issues an
operator may experience when operating the unit.

8.1 Unable to connect to device

Check the LED on the Ethernet port of input module. If there is activity it will be blinking. If
there is no activity on the LED it means the input card has no connection to the network. Try
to connect to the unit from a PC as explained in section 5.1.1 (use the IP address that was set
during the initial configuration). If the unit responds it indicates is a network problem. Try a
new Ethernet cable and troubleshoot the network.

If the unit is unresponsive but there is LED activity, check IP settings by restoring default IP
settings as described in 7.6.

8.2 Missing Video/Audio Output from a

decoder card
The status LED on the DDM front panel provides information about whether the module
has active alarms. If the LED is red, consult web interface for detailed error messages. The
error messages will provide more information about why the DDM card is not operating
properly.

If the status LED is green, there might be issues with the configuration of the module. Verify
that the input stream is set up correctly. Access the inputs list as described in section 5.2.
Ensure there is incoming data on the input stream which is serving the decoder module in
question. If the bit-rate entry in the list reports 0 Mbps there is no data in the input stream and
it is necessary to examine the stream source.

Verify that correct service has been configured for the decoder.

Check all cabling. Make sure it is not damaged.

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8.3 Missing Video/Audio Outputs from all
Output Modules
Verify that the device is connected to the network as described in 8.1. If the unit is connected
to the network, check if status LEDs on the modules are all blue. If they are all blue, it may be
the switch-module experiencing difficulties. Try to reboot the unit. If all the status LEDs
remains blue after the reboot, the switch module needs to be replaced.

If the statuses LEDs are all green, use the web interface to check that input and outputs are
configured properly.

Check all cabling. Make sure it is not damaged.

8.4 No audio but video

Verify that correct audio language is selected in the configuration page as discussed under
section 5.4.2. If the audio is configured correctly, check alarm LED and status page in the
web interface. If the module has problems decoding the audio it will be reported here.

8.5 Unable to descramble a service

Please make sure you have inserted the CA-module correctly into the common interface slot.
Also make sure the smart card is properly inserted and capable of descrambling the service in
question. Please follow the procedure below:

1. Make sure your smart card has been updated with the necessary entitlements. Contact
your CA provider for further instructions on how to do this.

2. Pull out the CA-module from the decoder module and re-insert it into the common
interface slot. Wait for approximately 15 seconds and check if your problem still exists.

3. Pull out the complete decoder module and re-insert it. Allow a few seconds for it to
boot up again.

4. Contact the CA supplier for further assistance

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9 Appendix

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A Hardware modules
The chassis can host a number of different functional modules. These modules can be chosen
in such a way to optimize the overall functionality of the unit for a given scenario.

A.1 Switch module

Function: Routing traffic between modules in the Chassis (required for all configurations)

‰ No external connectors
‰ 1 slot wide (must be placed in slot position 0)

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A.2 IP Input Module

Function: Receiving the IP input data

‰ 10/100/1000BaseT input (RJ45) for Control

interface
‰ 10/100/1000BaseT input (RJ45) or SPF Optical
for Data interface. Only connect one interface at
a time. Automatic detection of interface
connected.
‰ Supports UDP/RTP Multicast/Unicast
‰ System Status LED
‰ 1 slot wide

A.3 QPSK Receiver Module

Function: Receiving and demodulating up to 4 individual QPSK transport streams.

Optional MMI interface.

‰ 4 F-connectors for QPSK inputs

‰ 1 BNC connector for ASI Monitoring Port
‰ 10/100/1000BaseT MMI (optional)
‰ System Status LED
‰ 2 slots wide

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A.4 ASI Input Module

Function: Receiving an ASI transport stream. Optional MMI interface.

‰ 3 BNC connectors for ASI input

‰ 10/100/1000BaseT for management (RJ45)
‰ System Status LED
‰ 1 slot wide

A.5 QAM Input Module

Function: Receiving a QAM modulated transport stream. Optional MMI interface.

QAM INPUT
CONTROL
‰ 4xQAM inputs
QAM
F connector
Status
‰

‰ 0.87-6.9 Ms/s
ASI Monitor Quad Input

‰ Supports reception of MPTS and SPTS

‰ Service filtering
‰ PCR regeneration
‰ ASI Monitoring port
‰ 10/100/1000BaseT management port (RJ45) Control

‰ Enables WEB management

‰ 2 slots wide

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A.6 COFDM Input Module

Function: Receiving a DVB-T modulated transport stream. Optional MMI interface.

‰ 4xCOFDM inputs
‰ F connector
‰ 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8 FEC
‰ 2k and 8k carrier mode
‰ QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM modulation
‰ Supports reception of MPTS and SPTS
‰ Service filtering
‰ PCR regeneration
‰ ASI Monitoring port
‰ 10/100/1000BaseT management port (RJ45)
Enables WEB management
‰ 2 slots wide

A.7 Descrambler Module

Function: Descrambling of incoming services

‰ Common Interface
‰ Supports 2 CAM modules with smart card
‰ Compatible with most CA systems
‰ Plug-and-Play functionality
‰ Descrambles up to 8 services (each CAM can
handle up to 4 services depending on the CAM
module used)
‰ 1 slot wide

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A.8 Dual Decoder Module

Function: Decoding of two MPEG-2 encoded services

‰ 2 decoders per module

‰ MPEG-2 DVB 4:2:0 MP@ML decoding
‰ VBI re-insertion
• Wide Screen Signalling (WSS)
• World Standard Teletext (WST/EBU)
• Video Programming System (VPS)
• Teletext Subtitling
• VITS (Video Inserted Test Signals)
‰ DVB subtitling
‰ Composite PAL Video output
‰ Balanced Stereo Audio output
‰ 2 BNC connectors for PAL output. 1 for each
channel
‰ 1 D-sub audio connector carrying both channels
‰ 1 slot wide

A.9 Dual decoder with DVB CA

Function: Decoding and possibly descrambling using DVB common interface of two
MPEG-2 encoded services

‰ 2 decoders per module

‰ MPEG-2 DVB 4:2:0 MP@ML decoding
‰ AES descrambling (option)
‰ VBI re-insertion
• Wide Screen Signalling (WSS)
• World Standard Teletext (WST/EBU)
• Video Programming System (VPS)
• Teletext Subtitling
• VITS (Video Inserted Test Signals)
‰ DVB subtitling
‰ 2 DVB Common Interfaces. 1 per channel
‰ Composite PAL Video output
‰ Balanced Stereo Audio output
‰ 2 BNC connectors for PAL output. 1 for each
channel.
‰ 2 multiple connector for audio output. 1 for each
channel.
‰ 2 slots wide

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A.10 Dual decoder with RF output

Function: Decoding and possibly descrambling using DVB common interface of two
MPEG-2 encoded services. Each service is independently PAL modulated and up
converted to programmable frequency in the VHF/UHF band

‰ 2 decoders per module

‰ MPEG-2 DVB 4:2:0 MP@ML decoding
‰ AES descrambling (option)
‰ VBI re-insertion
• Wide Screen Signalling (WSS)
• World Standard Teletext (WST/EBU)
• Video Programming System (VPS)
• Teletext Subtitling
• VITS (Video Inserted Test Signals)
‰ DVB subtitling
‰ 2 DVB Common Interfaces. 1 per channel
‰ RF modulation (VHF/UHF) output
‰ Remote mute of RF output
‰ 2 F-connectors for RF signal output. 1 per
channel.
‰ 2 slots wide

A.11 Dual decoder with NICAM encoder and RF output

Function: Decoding and possibly descrambling using DVB common interface of two
MPEG-2 encoded services. Each service is independently PAL modulated and up
converted to programmable frequency in the VHF/UHF band. The module comes with a
NICAM encoder that will add a NICAM stereo carrier to each output.

‰ 2 decoders per module

‰ MPEG-2 DVB 4:2:0 MP@ML decoding
‰ AES descrambling (option)
‰ VBI re-insertion
• Wide Screen Signalling (WSS)
• World Standard Teletext (WST/EBU)
• Video Programming System (VPS)
• Teletext Subtitling
• VITS (Video Inserted Test Signals)
‰ DVB subtitling
‰ 2 DVB Common Interfaces. 1 per channel
‰ RF modulation (VHF/UHF) output
‰ Remote mute of RF output
‰ 2 F-connectors for RF signal output. 1 per
channel.
‰ NICAM encoder. One for each channel.
‰ Alarm relay reflecting all critical alarms. Separate
relay for each channel.
‰ 3 slot wide

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A.12 Dual decoder with A2 Stereo encoder and RF output

Function: Decoding and possibly descrambling using DVB common interface of two
MPEG-2 encoded services. Each service is independently PAL modulated and up
converted to programmable frequency in the VHF/UHF band. The module comes with an A2
Stereo encoder that will add an A2 Stereo carrier to each output.

‰ 2 decoders per module

‰ MPEG-2 DVB 4:2:0 MP@ML decoding
‰ AES descrambling (option)
‰ VBI re-insertion
• Wide Screen Signalling (WSS)
• World Standard Teletext (WST/EBU)
• Video Programming System (VPS)
• Teletext Subtitling
• VITS (Video Inserted Test Signals)
‰ DVB subtitling
‰ 2 DVB Common Interfaces. 1 per channel
‰ RF modulation (VHF/UHF) output
‰ Remote mute of RF output
‰ 2 F-connectors for RF signal output. 1 per
channel.
‰ A2 Stereo encoder. One for each channel.
‰ Alarm relay reflecting all critical alarms. Separate
relay for each channel.
‰ 3 slot wide

A.13 Scrambler Module

Function: Scrambles selected services using the preferred CA system. Simulcrypt

Interface can communicate with multiple CA Servers.

‰ 10/100/1000BaseT interface (RJ45)

‰ Optional SPF for optical input
• Single Mode
• Multi Mode
‰ Compatible with most CA systems
‰ Supports scrambling using multiple CA systems
‰ 2 System Status LEDs
‰ 1 slot wide

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A.14 IP Output Module

Function: Transmitting the IP output data

‰ 10/100/1000BaseT input/output (RJ45)

‰ Supports UDP/RTP Multicast/Unicast
‰ Optional SPF for optical input
• Single Mode
• Multi Mode
‰ System Status LED
‰ 1 slot wide

A.15 ASI Output Module

Function: Transmitting ASI output data

‰ 4xASI outputs
‰ BNC connectors
‰ 213 Mbit/s per output
‰ 4 Different multiplexed outputs
‰ Maximum 250 services per card
‰ PSI/SI regeneration
‰ PCR regeneration
‰ 1 slot wide

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A.16 Dual Power Supply

Function: Enables power supply redundancy

‰ 2 Male Power Connectors

‰ 85-264 VAC
‰ 47-63 Hz
‰ 5AT 250V Fuse
‰ 2 System Status LEDs

B Software options

B.1 Latens Conditional Access (for Descrambler module)

Function: Descrambling of Latens AES scrambled services

‰ SW option
‰ Descrambling is performed on CA module

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C Alarm messages

C.1 Dual Decoder Modules

Error Code Alarm Level Description

Audio Data Error MAJOR The decoder found errors in the decoded audio.

Audio Decoder Output CRITICAL The decoder has not received enough data to feed the audio
Error output. May get audible jitter in the audio.

Audio Frames missing MAJOR The decoder has not decoded Audio the last second. May be due
to no audio in the Audio PID.

Audio PID Missing CRITICAL No TS packed with this PID has been received by the decoder
the last second.

Audio PID Scrambled CRITICAL

DVB Subtitles WARNING The DVB subtitling contains errors which will lead to low quality
LQ/ERROR DVB subtitles or no subtitling at all.

FPGA TS packet CRITICAL The FPGA has run out of TS packet buffer. TS packets are being
overflow discarded.

GBIO CRITICAL The decoder card is not responding. This is highly likely because
the decoder has stopped functioning or has been removed.

High Continuity Error CRITICAL Input stream error detected

Rate

Low Power Level CRITICAL RF Output Power is below expected level

RF Modulator No Lock CRITICAL PLL on RF modulator is not locked. Indicates HW error.

Nicam board Mismatch WARNING The decoder is configured with an option file that specifies that a
Nicam board shall be present, but no Nicam board is detected.

No PCR on PCR PID. WARNING There is no PCR signaled on the PCR PID.

Power Adapter Error WARNING There is a problem with one of the power supplies.

PCR PID Missing WARNING No TS packed associated with this PID has been received by the
decoder the last second.

Stream Continuity Error WARNING The CC has been changed non-incrementally. Most likely due to
network issues.

Software download in NOTIFY Software is being downloaded to the specified decoder.

progress

Time Update Failed WARNING Could not connect to NTP server

Transport stream CRITICAL The decoder has not received any TS packets the last second.
missing

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Error Code Alarm Level Description

Unit Fan Error WARNING There is a problem with one of the fans

RF Upconverter no lock CRITICAL PLL on upconverter is not locked. Indicates HW error.

VBI No valid data MAJOR The data received on the VBI PID is not valid VBI data.

VBI PID Missing MAJOR No TS packed associated with this PID has been received by the
decoder the last second.

Video Data Error MAJOR The decoder found errors in the decoded video.

Video Missing CRITICAL No video data in the TS packed identified by the Video PID.

Video PID Missing CRITICAL No TS packed associated with this PID has been received by the
decoder the last second.

Video PID Scrambled CRITICAL Video PID received by decoder is scrambled. Check descrambling
(CAM and Smartcard)

WSS AFD-data missing WARNING The decoder has been configured to enable WSS-AFD, but does
not receive any WSS AFD data.

WSS VBI-data missing WARNING The decoder has been configured to enable WSS-VBI, but does
not receive any WSS VBI data.

PTS synch error MAJOR PTS is out of synch

Audio Output PCM MAJOR Audio buffer is running low. Signal error. Try to tune a different
underflow source to exclude system error.

VBI-data missing MINOR VBI data is missing

AFD-data missing MINOR AFD data is missing

RF Board mismatch MINOR The decoder is configured with an option file that specifies that a
RF board shall be present, but no RF board is detected.

Common IF board MINOR The decoder is configured with an option file that specifies that
mismatch the decoder shall have Common Interface support, but no
Common Interface hardware is detected. This is not related to the
CAM itself.

SW/HW mismatch MAJOR The HW platform used by the decoder is also used for the
Descrambler and Scrambler cards. During boot an option file is
scanned which tells the card what it is. If the card is told it is a
descrambler, but detects that it is the decoder software running
then this SW/HW mismatch alarm is raised.

A2 board mismatch MINOR The decoder is configured with an option file that specifies that a
A2 board shall be present, but no A2 board is detected

No Latens SSM MINOR Missing Latens SW

RF overheated CRITICAL Temperature on RF module is too high. Check the position of the
air flow vent in the lower part of the chassis.

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Error Code Alarm Level Description

RF Output Low Power CRITICAL RF power level has dropped too much since calibration.
Level
Card should be replaced

Bad backplane frame MAJOR Communication error with backplane

* UPC is short for UPCONVERTER

C.2 Descrambler Module

Error Code Alarm Level Description

FPGA TS packet CRITICAL Buffer overflow into the Descrambler card. Try to reduce bitrate.
overflow

Transport stream CRITICAL Descrambler module is not receiving configured transport stream
missing

High Continuity Error CRITICAL Transport stream received by descrambler module has lost more
Rate then 18 packages during a 6 second period.

Stream Continuity Error MINOR Transport stream received by descrambler module has lost one or
more packages (is superseded by High Continuity Error Rate)

Software download in NOTIFY Software is being downloaded to the specified descrambler.

progress

SW/HW mismatch MAJOR The HW platform used by the descrambler is also used for the
Decoder and Scrambler cards. During boot an option file is
scanned which tells the card what it is. If the card is told it is a
decoder, but detects that it is the descrambler software running
then this SW/HW mismatch alarm is raised.

Component map MINOR The number of pids mapped through the Descrambler has
overflow exceeded the capacity of the card. Try to remove some service
pids.

No CAM CRITICAL CAM module is missing or not responding

CAM communication CRITICAL Error in communication with CAM module.

error
Currently not in use.

Descrambling failure CRITICAL Descrambler unable to descramble selected service. Please check
that smartcard has access to service.

Bad backplane frame MAJOR Data received were corrupt from the backplane. If this happens in
large number hardware should be investigated.

C.3 PSI alarms on all input cards

Error Code Alarm Level Description

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Error Code Alarm Level Description

PAT Missing CRITICAL PAT is missing for the indicated input ID.

Raised for inputs in which is used as part of the live

configuration only.

PMT Missing CRITICAL PMT is missing for the indicated input and service id.
Raised for services in which is used as part of the live
configuration only.

C.4 ASI Input Module

Error Code Alarm Level Description

No synch CRITICAL No ASI input synch detected

Input buffer overflow. CRITICAL Transport stream input buffer is overflowing. Packages are
Packet dropped. dropped.

In the rare cases when this happens it is usually due to a

configuration where one service has been used for multiple
outputs. The input card is able to copy services in this manner but
at some point the copy process will be too time consuming which
causes input packets to be lost.

Output buffer overflow. CRITICAL Transport stream output buffer towards backplane is overflowing.
Packet dropped. Packages are dropped.

This is can happen if the destination card is overloaded. In this

case the output card will send flow control messages to the
backplane switch telling it is not able to receive more packets, the
switch then tells the input card not to transmit packets to the
backplane. Hence if destination card is overloaded this alarm will
be triggered.

C.5 QPSK Input Module

Error Code Alarm Level Description

No Lock CRITICAL No valid transport stream detected on input port

BER > 2x104 CRITICAL Bit Error Rate is considerable.

I2C ERROR CRITICAL Communication error with QPSK-on card. If this is a recurring
problem the card should be rebooted.

C.6 COFDM Input Module

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Error Code Alarm Level Description

Input buffer overflow. CRITICAL Transport stream input buffer is overflowing. Packages are
Packet dropped. dropped.

See description for the same alarm on the ASI input card.

Output buffer overflow. CRITICAL Transport stream output buffer towards backplane is overflowing.
Packet dropped. Packages are dropped.

See description for the same alarm on the ASI input card.

No Lock CRITICAL No valid transport stream detected on input port

I2C ERROR CRITICAL Communication error with COFDM-on card. . If this is a

recurring problem the card should be rebooted.

C.7 QAM Input Module

Error Code Alarm Level Description

Input buffer overflow. CRITICAL Transport stream input buffer is overflowing. Packages are
Packet dropped. dropped.

See description for the same alarm on the ASI input card.

Output buffer overflow. CRITICAL Transport stream output buffer towards backplane is overflowing.
Packet dropped. Packages are dropped.

See description for the same alarm on the ASI input card.

No Lock CRITICAL No valid transport stream detected on input port

I2C ERROR CRITICAL Communication error with COFDM-on card. . If this is a

recurring problem the card should be rebooted.

C.8 IP Input Module

Error Code Alarm Level Description

Link down CRITICAL No link with network equipment

No bitrate CRITICAL Ni bit-rate detected on multicast/unicast address on the indicated

input interface.

Half duplex link CRITICAL Only half duplex link has been negotiated with network
equipment. Please change configuration on network equipment
to full duplex and reboot input card.

IP dejitter buffer > 75% MINOR Jitter on incoming data is high. Possible problem with the pcr on
the input stream.

IP dejitter buffer > 95% CRITICAL Jitter on incoming data is close to exceeding buffer. Possible
problem with the pcr on the input stream.

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Error Code Alarm Level Description

Input buffer overflow. CRITICAL Transport stream input buffer is overflowing. Packages are
Packet dropped. dropped.

See description for the same alarm on the ASI input card.

Output buffer overflow. CRITICAL Transport stream output buffer towards backplane is overflowing.
Packet dropped. Packages are dropped.

See description for the same alarm on the ASI input card.

Receive frame error CRITICAL A low level protocol error was detected in the incoming Ethernet
packet.

C.9 MMI Module

Error Code Alarm Level Description

Card missing CRITICAL A previously registered module is not present in the chassis

Power adapter error CRITICAL One of the two power adapter needs maintenance

Unit Fan Error CRITICAL One or more of the fans needs maintenance

C.10 ASI Output Module

Error Code Alarm Level Description

No bitrate CRITICAL No bit rate detected on the specified channel into the
output card. The output port affected will appear in
the alarm text.

Input buffer CRITICAL The card bit rate exceeds the max capacity of the card.
overflow, packet
dropped.
CRITICAL This may be because the total bit rate of the MPTS
ASIOUT output buffer components exceeds the maximum rate configured
overflow for the port.

C.11 IP Output Module

Error Code Alarm Level Description

Link down CRITICAL No link detected on the indicated Ethernet port.

Half duplex link CRITICAL See description for the same alarm on the IP input
module.

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Error Code Alarm Level Description

IP dejitter buffer > 75% MINOR Jitter on incoming data is high. Possible problem with the pcr on
the input stream.

IP dejitter buffer > 95% CRITICAL Jitter on incoming data is close to exceeding buffer. Possible
problem with the pcr on the input stream.

Input buffer overflow. CRITICAL The card bit rate exceeds the max capacity of the card.
Packet dropped.

Receive frame error CRITICAL A corrupt Ethernet frame was received on the
specified interface.
IPOUT output buffer CRITICAL The total output rate exceeds the capacity of the IP
overflow output card.
Missing ecm update CRITICAL The output card does not receive ECMs from the SCS
card.
Received late ecm MINOR The ECM received from the SCS card had a play-out
time stamp that had already elapsed.
Lost ecm MINOR The ECM received from the SCS card did not have
the expected sequence number.

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Technical Specifications

C.12 General
The IP cards support Real Time Protocol (RTP).

C.13 Input Specifications

IP interface Interface : 100/1000BaseT Ethernet output

Optional SPF interface
Maximum MPEG data rate : 850 Mbit/s
Data format : UDP Multicast/Unicast, RTP
Transport stream : SPTS and MPTS

ASI input Connector : BNC female, 75Ohm

(EN 50083-9) Number of inputs per chassis : 3 or 7
Maximum bit-rate per port : up to 213.7Mbit/s
Maximum bit-rate module : up to 854.8Mbit/s

DVB-S input Connector : F female, 75Ohm

(QPSK Number of inputs per chassis :4
demodulator) Number of inputs per module :4
Symbol rate range: : 1-45 Ms/s
Input level : -25 to -80 dBm
Frequency range : 950-2150 MHz
LNB voltage : 0/13/18 Volt
Maximum LNB supply current : 500 mA
LNB signaling : LNB voltage + 22kHz continuous tone

DVB-S2 input Connector : F female, 75Ohm

(Available Q3 Number of inputs per chassis :4
2007) Number of inputs per module :4
Symbol rate range: : TBD
Input level : TBD
Frequency range : 950-2150 MHz
LNB voltage : 0/13/18 Volt
Maximum LNB supply current : TBD
LNB signaling : TBD

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C.14 Baseband Output Specifications

Decoding: Decoding of MPEG2 MP@ML Video (DVB) (max. bit rate 15Mbits/s)
The following resolutions shall be supported (Note: 525 line resolutions will not be supported in
the initial release):

525 lines 625 lines

720×480 720×576

704×480 704×576

544×480 544×576

480×480 480×576

352×480 352×576

352×240 352×288

The video format is interpreted from the video PES header. 4:3 and 16:9 video is supported

Video Output: Connector : BNC female, 75Ohm

Return Loss : TBD
Luminance non-linearity (measured on ramp) : < 2%
Chrominance/Luminance Gain Error : < 3%
Chrominance/Luminance Delay Error : < 37.5ns
Chrominance Sub carriers : +/- 2kHz
Chrominance Burst Level : 300mV +/-5%
Differential Gain : <2%
Differential Phase : <1deg
SECAM Identification : Line ID
2T K Factor : <1%
Signal to noise ratio : >54dB weighted
Group Delay (0.0 to 5.0MHz) : +/-40ns

Parameters specific to 625 line video

Frequency Response 0.0 to 5.0MHz : +/-0.5dB
0.0 to 5.5MHz : +0.5dB/–1.5dB
5.5 to 5.8MHz : +0.5dB/-3dB
Video Output Level (700mV) : +/-3%
Synchronization Level (300mV) : +/-3%

Parameters specific to 525 line video

Frequency Response 0.0 to 4.2MHz : +/-0.5dB
4.2 to 4.5MHz : +/-0.5dB/-1.5dB
Video Output Level : +/-3 IRE
Line Synchronization Level : +/- 1.5IRE

Audio Output: Number of stereo outputs per video :1

Decoding of the following formats is supported: : MPEG-1 layers 1 and 2 (Musicam)

MPEG-2 layer 2

Bitrates : 32kbps to 384kbps

Sampling rates : 32kHz, 44.1kHz and 48kHz
Connector : Mini-XLR or D-SUB (depends on version)
Output format : Balanced
Lip synch : Assumed correct in TS
Output Level : 0dBm in 600Ohm (0dBu)
Output Level Adjustment : -6dB to +6dB, step size 0.5dB
Output Impedance : <50ohm
Frequency response : fs=44.1 or 48kHz
+/- 0.5dB (20Hz to 20kHz)
fs=32kHz
+/-0.5dB (20Hz to 14.5kHz)
+0.5dB/-1.5dB (14.5kHz–
15kHz)

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 THD+N at +9dB : <-63dB (20Hz – 20kHz)
IMD at 9.95 – 10.05kHz 0dB : <-50dB
Inter channel phase : <3deg
Idle Channel Noise (DAC active) : <-74dB

C.15 RF Output Specifications

VHF/UHF: Analogue modulation : PAL B/G

RF Output Frequency Range : 47– 862MHz
RF Tuning Step Size : 12.5 kHz (TBD)
Output Level : 105 to 117 dBµV
Output Level Adjustment Step Size (GUI) : 0.1 dB
Connector : Type F, female
Output Impedance : 75ohm
Return loss : ≥ 14dB (typical 16dB)
Audio Carrier Output Level (relative to video carrier) : -13dB, min -15dB, max -12dB
Video Carrier frequency stability : ± 30 kHz
Audio inter carrier frequency stability : ± 5 kHz
C/N in channel* : Typically 57 dB
Carrier to Spurious (in-channel) : >60dB
Carrier to Spurious, full band (40 – 862MHz) : >60dB (47-400 MHz)
>55dB (400-862 MHz)
Carrier to Spurious, Low Spurious versions** : ≥ 65dB
Carrier local oscillator (at minimum output level) : ≥ 60dB (47-862 MHz)
Single channel intermodulation : ≥ 65dB (47-600 MHz)
≥ 60dB (600-862 MHz)

Video (demodulated Differential Gain : <3 %

video) Differential Phase (B/G/I) : <2 º
Group Delay Variations (B/G/I) : 80 ns (to be confirmed)
Luminance Non-Linearity (B/G/I) :<2%
2T K Factor : <1.5 %

*Measured on the output of one carrier after demodulation in the 200 kHz to 5 MHz band, unified weighting.
**For the low spurious versions, the maximum carrier to spurious is better then 65dB. The low spurious
version comes in the following bands:

Low band : 47-340 MHz

Mid band : 330-640 MHz
High band: 480-862 MHz

C.16 Stereo Sound Specifications

NICAM NICAM modulation : According to ETSI EN 300 163 v1.2.1

Fully synchronous operation
Digital J17 pre-emphasis.
Modes : B/G or I
Carrier frequency : 5.85 and 6.552 MHz
Audio input : Stereo/ single mono mode
(Reserve sound flag on/off)
Input precision : 16 bit, 32 kbit/s
Latency : 1 ms (for stereo)
Output precision : 10 bits
NICAM Carrier level relative to vision carrier : 20dB, adjustable ± 3dB
Frequency accuracy : ± 1ppm

A2 Stereo Two sound-carrier FM system (A2) : According to ITU-R BS.707, Annex 1

Frequency referred to vision carrier : f1=5.5 MHz, f2=5.742 MHz
Power referred to peak vision : f1= -13dB, f2= -20dB
Modulation : FM
Audio-bandwidth : 40 to 15 000 Hz
Audio output modes : Stereo/Dual Mono/Mono

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C.17 Environmental Specifications

Conditions: Operational Temperature : 0ºC to +40 ºC

Operational Humidity : 0% to 95% (non-condensing)
Storage Temperature : -20ºC to +70 ºC
Storage Humidity : 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

Power: Power : Input voltage 110V/240V, 47-63 Hz

Power supply rating : 300W each
Fuse : T250V 5A
Number of power supplies : 1 or optionally 2
Control : Power supplies are monitored from
GUI and via diodes on chassis
Interface : Hot-swappable, mounted on opposite
side of input/output cards.

Fans: Cooling : Integrated fans (airflow front-to-back)

#of fans :4
Control : Fans are monitored from GUI and via
diodes on chassis
Interface : Hot-swappable, mounted on opposite
side of input/output cards.

Physical: Dimensions : 19” x 4RU

Mounting options : Telco – cable in front
Broadcast style – cable in back

Specifications and product availability are subject to change without notice.

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