evertz EQT‑3232 User manual

EQT SERIES ROUTERS

SYSTEM MANUAL

EVERTZ MICROSYSTEMS LTD.

5288 John Lucas Drive,

Burlington, Ontario,

Canada,

L7L 5Z9

Phone: +1 905-335-3700 Internet: Sales: sales@evertz.com

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Version 1.9.1, January 2014

The material contained in this manual consists of information that is the property of Evertz Microsystems and is intended solely

for the use of purchasers of the EQT Routers. Evertz Microsystems expressly prohibits the use of this manual for any purpose

other than the operation of the Routers.

guide can be ordered from your Evertz products dealer or from Evertz Microsystems Ltd. Copies of this guide can be ordered

from your Evertz products dealer or from Evertz Microsystems.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is

intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated “Dangerous voltage”

within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a

risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user

to the presence of important operating and maintenance (Servicing) instructions

in the literature accompanying the product.

• Read these instructions.

• Keep these instructions.

• Heed all warnings.

• Follow all instructions.

• Do not use this apparatus near water.

• Clean only with dry cloth.

• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has

two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third

grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided

plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience

receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer

• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has

been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been

spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or

moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC – SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

WARNING

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND ENSURE THAT NO

OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS ARE PLACED ON THE EQUIPMENT

WARNING

TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS, DISCONNECT THE

POWER SUPPLY CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE

WARNING

THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY OPERABLE

FIBER OPTIC DEVICES

Some modules in this product may have fiber optic outputs. The following safety information applies to

the optical outputs of these modules. Consult individual chapters for specific safety information for

handling fiber optics.

WARNING

CAUTION –

CLASS 1 VISIBLE & INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN

DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY OR WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.

ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICES

The hand symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user

to instructions related to precautions for handling electrostatic-sensitive

devices. See “Electro Static Discharge (ESD) Precautions” section for

further details.

INFORMATION FOR NEBS COMPLIANT VERSIONS

The intra-

building port(s) of this equipment is suitable for connection to

intra-building or unexposed wiring or cabling only. The intra-building

port(s) of the equipment MUST NOT be metallically connected to interfaces

that connect to the OSP or its wiring. These interfaces are designed for use

as intra-building interfaces only (Type 2 or Type 4 ports as described in GR-

1089-CORE, Issue 4) and require isolation from the exposed OSP cabling.

The addition of Primary Protectors is not sufficient protection in order to

connect these interfaces metallically to OSP wiring.

The intra-building port(s) of the equipment or subassembly must use

shielded intra-building cabling/wiring that is grounded at both ends.

This equipment is to be connected to a Common Bonding Network. See

Installation section for further information.

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This equipment is to be installed in the network telecommunication

facilities.

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To ensure that radiated emissions do not exceed NEBS requirements, all

Ethernet (Cat-5 or better) connections must use shielded cable.

The use of unshielded Ethernet cable may cause excessive electromagnetic

radiation in excess of NEBS specifications.

INFORMATION TO USERS IN EUROPE

NOTE

This equipment with the CE marking complies with both the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Low Voltage

Directive (2006/95/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.

Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European standards:

• EN60065 Product Safety

• EN55103-1 Electromagnetic Interference Class A (Emission)

• EN55103-2 Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to the

European Union EMC directive. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and

can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may

cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to

cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

INFORMATION TO USERS IN THE U.S.A.

NOTE

FCC CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE OR PERIPHERAL

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part

15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference

when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate

radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause

harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause

harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

WARNING

Changes or Modifications not expressly approved by Evertz Microsystems Ltd. could void the user’s authority to

operate the equipment.

Use of unshielded plugs or cables may cause radiation interference. Properly shielded interface cables with the shield

connected to the chassis ground of the device must be used.

EN60065

Safety

EN504192 2005

Waste electrical products should not

be disposed of with household

waste. Contact your Local Authority

for recycling advice

EN55103-1: 1996

Emission

EN55103-2: 1996

Immunity

Evertz Microsystems Ltd

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may cause harmful interference, and

This device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

Tested to comply with

FCC Standards

For Home or Office Use

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REVISION HISTORY

REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE

0.1 Preliminary Version Aug 2008

1.0 Added –F Fiber version information Oct 2008

1.1 Updated Specifications May 2009

1.2 Added panel configuration information Jun 2009

1.3 Revised configuration information and added 16x16 and 16x4 versions Mar 2010

1.4 Removed references to using Q-Link to connect frames

in Manual Remote Control section July 2011

1.5 Added –CS Clean Switch version information Aug 2011

1.6 Updated “RS-422 Pin Out” table Jun 2012

1.7 Added NEBS documentation Oct 2012

1.8 Updates throughout May 2013

1.8.1 Added additional NEBS warning re shielded Cat-5 cables May 2013

1.8.2 Updated Cable Equalization information Jul 2013

1.9 Updates throughout Dec 2013

1.9.1 Updated notes and figures Jan 2014

Information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Evertz assumes no responsibility for the use thereof nor

for the rights of third parties, which may be affected in any way by the use thereof. Any representations in this document concerning

performance of Evertz products are for informational use only and are not warranties of future performance, either expressed or implied. The

only warranty offered by Evertz in relation to this product is the Evertz standard limited warranty, stated in the sales contract or order

confirmation form.

Although every attempt has been made to accurately describe the features, installation and operation of this product in this manual, no

warranty is granted nor liability assumed in relation to any errors or omissions unless specifically undertaken in the Evertz sales contract or

order confirmation. Information contained in this manual is periodically updated and changes will be incorporated into subsequent editions. If

you encounter an error, please notify Evertz Customer Service department. Evertz reserves the right, without notice or liability, to make

changes in equipment design or specifications.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................... 1

1.1. CONFIGURATION ............................................................................................................. 2

1.2. CONTROL ......................................................................................................................... 2

1.3. POWER SUPPLY ............................................................................................................... 2

1.4. TECHNICAL ...................................................................................................................... 2

1.5. FEATURES (ALL VERSIONS)............................................................................................ 2

1.6. FEATURES (-CS VERSION ONLY) .................................................................................... 3

1.7. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ............................................................................................ 3

1.8. DEFINITIONS ..................................................................................................................... 4

2. INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................ 7

2.1. UNPACKING...................................................................................................................... 7

2.2. PHYSICAL INSTALLATION ............................................................................................... 7

2.2.1. Router Frames ........................................................................................................ 7

2.2.2. Remote Panels ....................................................................................................... 7

2.3. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS........................................................................................... 7

2.3.1. Video Inputs and Outputs ........................................................................................ 8

2.3.2. Video Reference ..................................................................................................... 8

2.3.3. Fiber Input and Output Connections (EQT-3232-3G-F ONLY) ................................... 8

2.3.3.1 Optical Fiber Handling and Care .................................................................. 9

2.3.3.2 Installing an SFP Module ........................................................................... 10

2.3.3.3 Removing an SFP module ......................................................................... 10

2.3.4. Q-LINK Connections (Coax versions ONLY)........................................................... 10

2.3.4.1 Manual Remote Control - Using Q-Link ...................................................... 11

2.4. SERIAL CONNECTIONS .................................................................................................. 11

2.5. MICRO-D SERIAL CONNECTION (-CS AND EQT-3224 NEW REAR PLATE ONLY) ........ 12

2.6. ETHERNET CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................ 13

2.6.1. Connecting to an Ethernet Network ........................................................................ 13

2.7. ALARM CONNECTOR ..................................................................................................... 15

2.8. REFERENCE ................................................................................................................... 16

2.8.1. Video Reference ................................................................................................... 16

2.8.2. Selecting Whether the Video Reference is Terminated ........................................... 16

2.9. POWER SUPPLY ............................................................................................................. 16

2.9.1. Removing the Power Supply .................................................................................. 17

2.10. GROUNDING AND BONDING – NEBS APPLICATIONS .................................................. 19

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3. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................. 21

3.1. SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................21

3.1.1. Configuration ......................................................................................................... 21

3.1.2. Video Inputs .......................................................................................................... 21

3.1.3. Video Outputs ........................................................................................................ 21

3.1.4. Fiber Inputs (-F Fiber version) ................................................................................ 21

3.1.5. Fiber Outputs (-F Fiber version) .............................................................................. 22

3.1.6. Reference Timing .................................................................................................. 22

3.1.7. Control .................................................................................................................. 22

3.1.8. Physical................................................................................................................. 22

3.1.9. Electrical ............................................................................................................... 22

4. OPERATION ........................................................................................................................... 23

4.1. SYSTEM OVERVIEW........................................................................................................23

4.1.1. Front View ............................................................................................................. 26

4.1.2. Rear View.............................................................................................................. 26

4.2. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION .............................................................................................28

4.2.1. Communication Settings from the Front Panel (Except EQT-3224 and –

CS versions).......................................................................................................... 28

4.2.2. Setting the IP Addressing for the EQT Clean Switch ................................................ 28

4.2.3. Accessing the Configuration and Monitoring Menu .................................................. 31

4.2.4. Configuration and Monitoring Menu ........................................................................ 31

4.2.5. Configuring Network Settings ................................................................................. 32

4.2.6. Setting the SNMP Setup ........................................................................................ 32

4.2.7. Setting the Status Monitoring .................................................................................. 32

4.2.8. Setting the Engineering/Debug ............................................................................... 33

4.2.9. Viewing / Setting the Frame Configuration .............................................................. 33

4.2.10. Viewing / Setting the Clean Switch Configuration (-CS Version Only) ....................... 34

4.2.11. Viewing / Setting the Video Signal Configuration ..................................................... 34

4.3. SIGNAL AND SYSTEM MONITORING ..............................................................................35

4.4. CONTROL SYSTEM .........................................................................................................35

4.4.1. Controlling the EQT Using Ethernet ........................................................................ 35

4.4.2. Controlling the EQT Using Q-Link ........................................................................... 36

4.4.3. Controlling the EQT Using Serial ............................................................................ 36

5. VISTALINK® REMOTE MONITORING/CONTROL ............................................................. 37

5.1. WHAT IS VISTALINK®? ....................................................................................................37

5.2. GENERAL MONITORING AND CONTROL PARAMETERS ..............................................38

5.3. INPUT MONITORING PARAMETERS ...............................................................................39

5.4. OUTPUT CONTROL PARAMETERS ................................................................................40

5.5. CLEAN SWITCH OUTPUT CONTROL PARAMETERS (–CS VERSIONS ONLY) ...............41

5.6. RECLOCKER CONTROL PARAMETERS .........................................................................42

5.7. CROSSPOINT CONTROL PARAMETERS ........................................................................43

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5.8. GENERAL FAULT PARAMETERS ................................................................................... 44

5.9. CLEAN SWITCH OUTPUT MODULE CONTROL PARAMETERS (–CS VERSIONS

ONLY).............................................................................................................................. 45

5.10. CLEAN SWITCH OUTPUT AUDIO CONTROL PARAMETERS (–CS VERSIONS

ONLY).............................................................................................................................. 46

5.11. CLEAN SWITCH OUTPUT AUDIO MIXER PARAMETERS (–CS VERSIONS ONLY) ........ 47

5.12. CLEAN SWITCH OUTPUT FAULT PARAMETERS (-CS VERSIONS ONLY) .................... 48

6. CONFIGURING THE SYSTEM USING WINSETUP ............................................................. 49

6.1. COMMUNICATION PORT SETUP .................................................................................... 53

6.1.1. Control Panel Ethernet Interface ............................................................................ 53

6.1.2. Control Panel Q-Link Interface ............................................................................... 54

6.1.3. Serial Interface ...................................................................................................... 55

6.1.4. Ethernet Interface.................................................................................................. 55

7. UPGRADING FIRMWARE ..................................................................................................... 57

7.1. UPGRADING A STANDARD EQT .................................................................................... 57

7.2. UPGRADING –CS VERSIONS OF THE EQT .................................................................... 59

7.3. UPGRADING FROM OLDER VERSIONS OF FIRMWARE ................................................ 60

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Figures

Figure 1-1: The EQT Signal Processing Router ............................................................................. 1

Figure 2-1: EQT Rear View (EQT-3232) ........................................................................................ 7

Figure 2-2: EQT Rear View (EQT-1616 and EQT-1604) ................................................................. 8

Figure 2-3: EQT Rear View (EQT-1602-CS (Newer Rear Plate)) .................................................... 8

Figure 2-4: EQT Rear View (EQT-3204-CS and EQT-3224 (Newer Rear Plate)) ............................. 8

Figure 2-5: EQT Rear View with Fiber Inputs and Outputs.............................................................. 9

Figure 2-6: Micro-D to DB9 Split Cable .........................................................................................13

Figure 2-7: Example Alarm Circuit ................................................................................................15

Figure 2-8: PSU Mounting Screw Locations ..................................................................................18

Figure 4-1: EQT Block Diagram ...................................................................................................23

Figure 4-2: EQT Fiber Block Diagram ...........................................................................................24

Figure 4-3: EQT Clean Switch Block Diagram ...............................................................................24

Figure 4-4: EQT-3204-3G-CS Block Diagram ...............................................................................25

Figure 4-5: Front View of EQT-3232 .............................................................................................26

Figure 4-6: Front View of EQT-1616 and EQT-1604......................................................................26

Figure 4-7: Front View of EQT Clean Switch Versions (with Control Panel) ....................................26

Figure 4-8: Front View of EQT with Door Open .............................................................................26

Figure 4-9: Rear Communication Connections on the EQT-3232 ...................................................27

Figure 4-10: Rear Communication Connections on the EQT-1616 and EQT-1604 ..........................27

Figure 4-11: Rear Communication Connections on the newer versions of EQT Fiber Input/Output

Version ................................................................................................................................27

Figure 4-12: Rear Communication Connections on EQT-1602-CS Newer Rear Plates ...................27

Figure 4-13: Rear Communication Connections on EQT-3204-CS and EQT 3224 Newer Rear Plates

............................................................................................................................................27

Figure 5-1: General Tab (For the 3204) ........................................................................................38

Figure 5-2: Input Monitor Tab .......................................................................................................39

Figure 5-3: Output Control Tab.....................................................................................................40

Figure 5-4: Clean Switch Output Control Tab ................................................................................41

Figure 5-5: Reclocker Control Tab ................................................................................................42

Figure 5-6: Crosspoint Control Tab...............................................................................................43

Figure 5-7: General Faults Tab ....................................................................................................44

Figure 5-8: Module Control Tab....................................................................................................45

Figure 5-9: Audio Control Tab ......................................................................................................46

Figure 5-10: Audio Mixer Tab .......................................................................................................47

Figure 5-11: Clean Switch Output Faults Tab................................................................................48

Figure 6-1: WinSetup Configuration Editor ....................................................................................49

Figure 6-2: WinSetup Frame Editor ..............................................................................................50

Figure 6-3: WinSetup Source Definition ........................................................................................51

Figure 6-4: WinSetup Panel Configuration ....................................................................................52

Figure 6-5: Port Setup .................................................................................................................53

Figure 6-6: Ethernet Panels Port Settings .....................................................................................54

Figure 6-7: Q-Link Hosted Panels Port Settings ............................................................................54

Figure 6-8: Serial Port Settings ....................................................................................................55

Figure 6-9: Ethernet Port Settings ................................................................................................55

Figure 7-1: EQT Upgrade Screen for Browse ................................................................................57

Figure 7-2: EQT Upgrade Screen for Upload ................................................................................58

Figure 7-3: EQT Upgrade Screen for Upgrade ..............................................................................58

Figure 7-4: EQT Upgrade Screen for Success ..............................................................................59

Figure 7-5: Run Window for FTP Access ......................................................................................60

Figure 7-6: Run Window for FTP Access ......................................................................................60

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Figure 7-7: Run Window for Telnet Access .................................................................................. 61

Tables

Table 1: RS422 Pin Out .............................................................................................................. 11

Table 2: RS232 Pin Out .............................................................................................................. 12

Table 3: RS232 Micro-D Port Pin Out .......................................................................................... 12

Table 4: Micro-D to DB9 Split Cable Number ............................................................................... 13

Table 5: Standard RJ-45 Wiring Colour Codes ............................................................................. 14

Table 6: General Parameters ...................................................................................................... 38

Table 7: Input Monitor Parameters............................................................................................... 39

Table 8: Output Control Parameters ............................................................................................ 40

Table 9: Clean Switch Output Control Parameters........................................................................ 41

Table 10: Reclocker Control Parameters...................................................................................... 42

Table 11: Crosspoint Control Parameters .................................................................................... 43

Table 12: General Fault Parameters ............................................................................................ 44

Table 13: Module Control Parameters.......................................................................................... 45

Table 14: Audio Control Parameters ............................................................................................ 46

Table 15: Audio Mixer Parameters............................................................................................... 47

Table 16: Clean Switch Output Fault Parameters ......................................................................... 48

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1. OVERVIEW

The EQT is a routing solution for mission critical applications. It has the ability to route up to 32x32

signals in a compact 2RU frame or 16x16, 16x4, 16x2, 32x4 and 32x24 signals in a compact 1RU

frame. The EQT is ideal for all mission critical and demanding 24/7 environments.

The EQT has format independent data paths which support digital signals from 3Mb/s to 3Gb/s

including SD-SDI, HD-SDI, DVB-ASI, and SMPTE310.

Figure 1-1: The EQT Signal Processing Router

The EQT comes in multiple configurations: EQT-3232-H, EQT-3232-3G, EQT-3232-3G-F, EQT-1616-

H, EQT-1616-3G, EQT-1604-H, EQT-1604-3G, EQT-1602-3G-CS, EQT-3204-3G-CS and EQT-3224-

3G. The EQT HD coax versions support digital signals from 3MB/s to 1.5Gb/s, while the 3G coax

versions support digital signals from 3Mb/s to 3Gb/s. The EQT-3232-3G–F fiber version supports

reclocked video signals over fiber up to 3Gb/s. Signals supported are 270Mb/s, 1.485Gb/s and

2.970Gb/s. The EQT CS versions provide a line buffer for clean switching video and SoftSwitching

audio.

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1.1. CONFIGURATION

The EQT-3232 is housed in a 2RU frame and switches 32 sources to 32 destinations. The EQT-1616,

EQT-1604, and EQT-1602-3G-CS are housed in a 1RU frame and switches 16 sources and either 16,

4 or 8 (2 clean/quiet, and 6 auxiliary) destinations respectively. The EQT-3204 and EQT-3224 are

housed in 1RU frames and switches 32 inputs and 24 outputs. There are 4 clean switches: 1, 2, 13,

and 14 (-CS version). Both the input and output stage of the EQT are fixed and not expandable.

1.2. CONTROL

The EQT router is compatible with the existing range of Quartz routers, remote control panels and

control systems. The EQT router has a number of control options, which include:

• Remote Control Panel: Any panel(s) from the entire series of Quartz remote control panels

can be used with the EQT router connected via Q-Link or Ethernet.

• External Third Party Control: The EQT router can be remotely controlled via an external

third party control device, such as an automation system, when connected to the routers

serial port.

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Note: The –F fiber version for the EQT does not support Q-Link.

1.3. POWER SUPPLY

The power supply for the EQT router is internal. The EQT router can be fitted with an optional

redundant internal power supply.

1.4. TECHNICAL

The EQT router offers a full 3Gb/s bandwidth to handle uncompressed HD signals. Automatic Bit Rate

Detection on the input equalizer allows any mix of HD and SD signals in the same unit. The –F fiber

version supports bandwidth up to 3Gb/s and is comprised of 270Mb/s, 1.485Gb/s and 2.970Gb/s.

1.5. FEATURES (ALL VERSIONS)

• 143 to 540Mbit compatible SDI (coax version)

• 143 to 2.97Gbit compatible HD-SDI/SDI (coax version)

• 270Mb/s, 1.485Gb/s, and 2.970Gb/s rates for –F fiber version

• Fiber input/output version available (utilizing hot swappable SFP modules).

• Equalizer bypass for sub 143Mbit operation (coax version)

• System-wide environmental monitoring

• Modular architecture

• Compact design

• Software and firmware updates after installation

• Remote monitoring over Ethernet

• Optional power supply redundancy

• Automatic input equalization

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1.6. FEATURES (-CS VERSION ONLY)

• Units can be genlocked to an external source so that a “clean switch” can be achieved for sources

that are +/- ½ line with respect to genlock reference

• SoftSwitch provides popless AES switching audio outputs

• Switch point is fully controllable

• Front panel available

1.7. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

This manual will assist you in the use of the EQT router, and contains all the necessary information to

successfully operate this product. If further product information or assistance is required, please contact

Evertz or your local Evertz/Quartz distributor.

This manual is organized into 7 sections: Overview, Installation, Technical Description, System Control

Overview, VistaLINK® Remote Monitoring/Control, Configuration and Upgrading Firmware.

Section 1 contains a brief overview of the EQT operation, features and a glossary to define concepts

and terms used throughout the remainder of the manual. We highly recommend taking the time to

become familiar with the terms and concepts described in this section before proceeding into the rest of

the manual.

Section 2 provides instructions on how to unpack, install and setup the EQT.

Section 3 provides technical specifications and information on configuring the connector pin-outs of the

EQT system.

Section 4 describes how to control the EQT. More specifically, front and rear view control, video

signals, and system monitoring and control are outlined in this chapter.

Section 5 describes how to control and monitor some of the features of the EQT using VistaLINK®.

Section 6 provides instructions on how to configure the EQT.

Section 7 provides instructions on how to upgrade the firmware on the EQT.

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This symbol is intended to alert the user to important operating

instructions.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the

user to the presence of important safety related operating and maintenance

(Servicing) instructions in this manual.

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1.8. DEFINITIONS

4:2:2: The sampling ratio used in the HDTV digital video signal. For every 4 samples of

luminance there are 2 samples each of R-Y (Red minus Luminance) and B-Y (Blue

minus Luminance).

16x9: A wide screen television format such as HDTV in which the aspect ratio of the screen

is 16 units wide by 9 high as opposed to the 4x3 of normal TV.

AES/EBU: (Sometimes abbreviated as AES) Refers to the digital audio standard (AES3-1992) set

by the Audio Engineering Society and European Broadcast Union and used by most

forms of digital audio from CDs to professional digital video.

ASPECT RATIO: The ratio of width to height in a picture. Theatre screens generally have an aspect

ratio of 1.85 to 1, widescreen TV (16x9) is 1.77 to 1, and normal TV (4x3) is 1.33 to 1.

CCIR (International Radio Consultative Committee): An international standards committee. (This

organization is now known as ITU.)

CCIR-601: See ITU-R601.

CLIFF EFFECT: (also referred to as the ‘digital cliff’) This is a phenomenon found in digital video

systems that describes the sudden deterioration of picture quality when due to

excessive bit errors, often caused by excessive cable lengths. The digital signal will

be perfect even though one of its signal parameters is approaching or passing the

specified limits. At a given moment however, the parameter will reach a point where

the data can no longer be interpreted correctly, and the picture will be totally

unrecognizable.

COMPONENT ANALOG: The non-encoded output of a camera, video tape recorder, etc.,

consisting of the three primary colour signals: red, green, and blue (RGB) that together

convey all necessary picture information. In some component video formats these

three components have been translated into a luminance signal and two colour

difference signals, for example Y, B-Y, R-Y.

COMPONENT DIGITAL: A digital representation of a component analog signal set, most often Y,

B-Y, R-Y. The encoding parameters are specified by ITU-R709 for HDTV signals.

SMPTE 274M and SMPTE 296M specify the parallel interface.

COMPOSITE ANALOG: An encoded video signal such as NTSC or PAL video that includes

horizontal and vertical synchronizing information.

COMPOSITE DIGITAL: A digitally encoded video signal, such as NTSC or PAL video that

includes horizontal and vertical synchronizing information.

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DROP FRAME: In NTSC systems, where the frame rate is 29.97002618 frames per second, the drop

frame mode permits time of day indexing of the frame numbers by dropping certain

frame numbers. Specifically frames 0, and 1 at the beginning of each minute except

minutes 0,10,20,30,40, & 50, are omitted, to compensate for an approximate timing

error of 108 frames (3 seconds 18 frames) per hour. A flag bit is set in the time code

to signal when the drop frame mode is in effect.

EBU (European Broadcasting Union): An organization of European broadcasters that among

other activities provides technical recommendations for the 625/50 line television

systems.

EMBEDDED AUDIO: Digital audio is multiplexed onto a serial digital video data stream.

ITU: The United Nations regulatory body governing all forms of communications. ITU-R

(previously CCIR) regulates the radio frequency spectrum, while ITU-T (previously

CCITT) deals with the telecommunications standards.

ITU-R601: An international standard for standard definition component digital television from

which was derived SMPTE 125M and EBU 3246-E standards. ITU-R601 defines the

sampling systems, matrix values and filter characteristics for Y, B-Y, R-Y and RGB

component digital television signals.

NTSC: National Television Standards Committee established the television and video

standard in use in the United States, Canada, Japan and several other countries.

NTSC video consists of 525 horizontal lines at a field rate of approximately 60 fields

per second. (Two fields equals one complete Frame). Only 487 of these lines are used

for picture. The rest are used for sync or extra information such as VITC and Closed

Captioning.

PAL: Phase Alternating Line. The television and video standard in use in most of Europe.

Consists of 625 horizontal lines at a field rate of 50 fields per second. (Two fields equal

one complete Frame). Only 576 of these lines are used for picture. The rest are used

for sync or extra information such as VITC and Teletext.

PIXEL: The smallest distinguishable and resolvable area in a video image. A single point on

the screen. In digital video, a single sample of the picture. Derived from the words

picture element.

SMPTE (Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers): A professional organization that

recommends standards for the film and television industries.

SMPTE 12M: The SMPTE standard for Time and address code. SMPTE 12M defines the

parameters required for both linear and vertical interval time codes.

SMPTE 125M: The SMPTE standard for bit parallel digital interface for component video signals.

SMPTE 125M defines the parameters required to generate and distribute component

video signals on a parallel interface.

SMPTE 259M-C: The SMPTE standard for 525 and 625 line serial digital component and composite

interfaces.

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SMPTE 272M: The SMPTE standard for embedding audio in serial digital standard definition

(SMPTE 259M-C) video signals.

SMPTE 274M: The SMPTE standard for bit parallel digital interface for high definition component

video signals with an active picture of 1080 lines x 1920 pixels.

SMPTE 276M: The SMPTE standard for transmission of AES/EBU Digital Audio Signals Over Coaxial

Cable.

SMPTE 292M: The SMPTE standard for high definition serial digital component interfaces.

SMPTE 296M: The SMPTE standard for bit parallel digital interface for high definition component

video signals with an active picture of 720 lines x 1280 pixels.

SMPTE 299M: The SMPTE standard for embedding audio in serial digital high definition

(SMPTE 292M) video signals.

TRS: Timing reference signals used in composite digital systems. (It is four words long).

TRS-ID: Abbreviation for "Timing Reference Signal Identification". A reference signal used to

maintain timing in composite digital systems. (It is four words long.)

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