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Delivering the Moment

Installation and Operation Manual

Neo® DMX-3901H-B4, and DMX-3901H-C4HDTV Audio Demultiplexers

Edition B

175-000091-00

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© 2014 Imagine Communications Corp. Proprietary and Confidential

Edition BSeptember 2005

DMX-3901H-B4 and DMX-3901H-C4HDTV Audio Demultiplexers

Installation and Operation Manual

Contents

Trademarks and Copyrights .................................................................... iiWarranty Information ............................................................................. ii

PrefaceManual Information .............................................................................. vii

Purpose ........................................................................................... viiAudience ........................................................................................ viiRevision History ............................................................................ viiWriting Conventions ..................................................................... viiiObtaining Leitch Documents .......................................................... ix

Unpacking the Module ........................................................................... ixSafety Standards and Compliances ..........................................................x

Safety Terms and Symbols ...............................................................xRestriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive ....................... xiWaste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive .. xii

Chapter 1: IntroductionOverview ..................................................................................................1Product Description ..................................................................................2

Main Features ...................................................................................3Front and Back Modules ..........................................................................4

Front Module ....................................................................................4Back Modules ...................................................................................5Plug-In Adapter .................................................................................6

Signal Flow ..............................................................................................7

Chapter 2: Installation and RemovalOverview ..................................................................................................9

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Packing List ........................................................................................... 10Installing DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 Modules ..................................... 10Removing DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 Modules .................................... 10Setting Jumpers ..................................................................................... 11Upgrading DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 Firmware .................................. 12

Upgrading the Firmware (Discovery Method) ............................... 12Upgrading the Firmware (Drag-and-Drop Method) ...................... 14

Correcting a Failed Upgrading Procedure ............................................. 16Setting the Module to Fail-Safe Loader Mode ............................... 16Upgrading the Firmware in Fail-Safe Mode .................................. 16Rebooting the Module .................................................................... 18

Chapter 3: OperationOverview ............................................................................................... 19Operation Notes ..................................................................................... 20Descriptions of Selected Parameter Values .......................................... 21

Audio Output Channel Status (Out1aStat to Out4b Stat) .............. 21Input Channel V-Bit Feedback (In01VbitFb to In16VbitFb) ........ 21Demux Group Control (Grp1Ctrl to Grp4Ctrl) .............................. 21Audio Group Sample Rate (G1SmplRate to G4SmplRate) ........... 22HD-SDI Input Presence Detection (SdiPrsnt) ................................ 22

Cross-Functional Parameter Changes ................................................... 23Channel Dithering .......................................................................... 25Channel Word Length .................................................................... 25

Navigating the Operator and All Lists .................................................. 26Operator and All List Parameters .......................................................... 27Setup Parameters ................................................................................... 34Alarms ................................................................................................... 35

Alarm Synchronization .................................................................. 35Identifying the Cause of an Alarm ................................................. 35Enabling or Disabling an Alarm Parameter ................................... 36Restoring Default Settings ............................................................. 36DARS Balanced/Unbalanced Input Selection (DMX-3901H-B4 only) ........................................ 37

NEOScope ............................................................................................. 38State Recovery Parameter Availability ................................................. 38LEDs and Indicators .............................................................................. 39General Information .............................................................................. 39

Card-Edge LED Locations ............................................................. 40

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LED descriptions ............................................................................41Module Indicator Descriptions .......................................................42

Chapter 4: SpecificationsOverview ................................................................................................43Inputs ......................................................................................................44

SDI Video Input ..............................................................................44DARS Input ....................................................................................44

Outputs ...................................................................................................45AES Balanced Audio (DMX-3901H-B4) .......................................45AES Unbalanced Audio (DMX-3901H-C4) ...................................45HD-SDI Reclocked Video ..............................................................46

Miscellaneous .........................................................................................47Power Consumption ........................................................................47Start-Up Time .................................................................................47Propagation Delay ...........................................................................47

Appendix A: Tree-View NavigationOverview ................................................................................................49Navigating the Tree View ......................................................................50Tree View Parameters ............................................................................51

Appendix B: Audio Bit ManipulationOverview ................................................................................................57Channel Status Bits ................................................................................58

Notes — Channel Status .................................................................61Validity and User Bits .....................................................................61Audio Sampling Frequency (kHz) ..................................................62Audio Sampling Word Length (bits) ..............................................62

IndexKeywords ...............................................................................................63

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vi DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 Installation and Operation Manual

Preface

Manual Information

PurposeThis manual details the features, installation, operation, maintenance, and specifications of the NEO™ DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 HDTV Audio Demultiplexers.

AudienceThis manual is written for engineers, technicians and operators responsible for the installation, setup, maintenance, and operation of the NEO DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 HDTV Audio Demultiplexers.

Revision History

Table P-1. Revision History of Manual

Edition Date Revision HistoryA November 2003 Initial Release

B September 2005 Revision of product codes and template updates

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Writing ConventionsThis manual adheres to the following writing conventions.

Table P-2. Writing Conventions

Term or Convention DescriptionBold Indicates dialog box, property sheet, field,

button, check box, list box, combo box, menu, submenu, window, list, and selection names

Italics Indicates email addresses, names of books and publications, and first instances of new terms and specialized words that need emphasis

CAPS Indicates a specific key on the keyboard, such as ENTER, TAB, CTRL, ALT, DELETE

Code Indicates variables or command-line entries, such as a DOS entry or something you type into a field.

> Indicates the direction of navigation through a hierarchy of menus and windows.

hyperlink Indicates a jump to another location within the electronic document or elsewhere

Internet address Indicates a jump to a Web site or URL

NoteIndicates important information that helps to avoid and troubleshoot problems

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Obtaining Leitch DocumentsInstallation, navigation, configuration, and setup information is now included in the NEO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual. If your current NEO frame manual is Edition A, B, C, or D, you will need to download an updated version from the Leitch Web site to access this information.Leitch documents can be viewed or downloaded from the Leitch Web site at www.leitch.com (go to Support>Documentation). Alternatively, contact your Leitch customer service representative to request a document.

Unpacking the ModuleBefore you install and configure NEO modules, follow these steps:1. Check the equipment for any visible damage that may have

occurred during transit.2. Confirm that you have received all items listed on the packing list.3. Remove the anti-static shipping pouch, if present, and all other

packaging material.4. Retain the original packaging materials for possible reuse.5. Contact your Leitch sales representative if parts are missing or

damaged.

Keep at least one set of original packaging in the event that a product needs to be returned for service. If the original package is not available, you can purchase replacement packaging from Leitch Technology. Otherwise, you can supply your own packaging as long as it meets the following criteria:• The packaging must be able to withstand the product’s weight.• The product must be held rigid within the packaging.• There must be at least two inches (five centimeters) of space

between the product and the container.• The corners of the product must be protected.

If the product is still within the warranty period, Leitch Technology will return it to you by prepaid shipment after servicing.

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Safety Standards and CompliancesSee the NEO Safety Instructions and Standards Manual to find the safety standards and compliances for this NEO series product. A safety manual is shipped with every FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual and can be downloaded from the Leitch Web site at www.leitch.com. Alternatively, contact your Leitch customer service representative for a copy of this safety manual.

Safety Terms and SymbolsThis manual uses the following safety terms and symbols. See your NEO Safety Instructions and Precautions Guide for more information.

Table P-3. Safety Terms and Symbols Used in Manual

WARNING: Statements identifying conditions or practices that can result in personal injury or loss of life: High voltage is present. Uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure may be sufficient to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

CAUTION:Statements identifying conditions or practices that can result in damage to the equipment or other property: Important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

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Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive

Directive 2002/95/EC—commonly known as the European Union (EU) Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS)—sets limits on the use of certain substances found in electrical and electronic equipment. The intent of this legislation is to reduce the amount of hazardous chemicals that may leach out of landfill sites or otherwise contaminate the environment during end-of-life recycling. The Directive takes effect on July 1, 2006, and it refers to the following hazardous substances: • Lead (Pb)• Mercury (Hg)• Cadmium (Cd)• Hexavalent Chromium (Cr-V1)• Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB)• Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE)In accordance with this EU Directive, all Leitch Technology products sold in the European Union will be fully RoHS-compliant and “lead-free.” (See the Leitch Web site, www.leitch.com, for more information on dates and deadlines for compliance.) Spare parts supplied for the repair and upgrade of equipment sold before July 1, 2006 are exempt from the legislation. Leitch equipment that complies with the EU directive will be marked with a RoHS-compliant symbol, as shown in Figure 1.

Figure 1. RoHS Compliance Symbol

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Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive

The European Union (EU) Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) deals with the collection, treatment, recovery, and recycling of electrical and electronic waste products. The objective of the WEEE Directive is to assign the responsibility for the disposal of associated hazardous waste to either the producers or users of these products. Effective August 13, 2005, producers or users will be required to recycle electrical and electronic equipment at end of its useful life, and must not dispose of the equipment in landfills or by using other unapproved methods. (Some EU member states may have different deadlines.)In accordance with this EU Directive, Leitch Technology International, Inc. and other companies selling electric or electronic devices in the EU will affix labels indicating that such products must be properly recycled. (See the Leitch Web site, www.leitch.com, for more information on dates and deadlines for compliance.) Contact your local Leitch sales representative for information on returning these products for recycling. Leitch equipment that complies with the EU directive will be marked with a WEEE-compliant symbol, as shown in Figure 2.

Figure 2. WEEE Compliance Symbol

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Chapter 1

Introduction

OverviewThe DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 modules are HDTV audio demultiplexers designed for NEO 1RU and 3RU rack-mounted frames.This chapter covers the following topics:• “Product Description” on page 2• “Front and Back Modules” on page 4• “Signal Flow” on page 7

See the FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Installation and Operation Manual for information about NEO frames. The frame manual includes information about these items: • General information about module unpacking, installation,

removal, navigation, configuration, and setup• Card-edge screen savers• State recovery parameters• Fan modules• Resource modules• Alarm interconnect modules• Power supplies• Servicing instructions

NoteInstallation, navigation, configuration, and setup information is now included in the NEO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual. If your current NEO frame manual is Edition A, B, C, or D, you will need to download an updated version from the Leitch Web site (www.leitch.com) to access this information.

DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 Installation and Operation Manual 1

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Product DescriptionThe DMX-3901H HDTV Audio Demultiplexer is a processing module that has the capability to de-embed eight channels of audio from HD-SDI video sources and provide AES audio out in both balanced (DMX-3901H-B4) and unbalanced (DMX-3901H-C4) forms. In addition, an audio processing amplifier enables control over the audio.The module provides a high definition video serial digital input, four AES digital audio outputs, one active reclocked HD-SDI output, and a DARS reference input. Like other NEO products, each DMX-3901H module can be operated by card-edge controls, local and remote control panels, and GUI-based control software applications, such as CCS Pilot™ or Navigator™.

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Main FeaturesThese are the main features of the DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 modules:• Inputs:

• SMPTE 292M HD-SDI video• DARS AES input

• Outputs: • 1 reclocked serial digital SMPTE 292M• 4 AES digital audio (SMPTE 276M for C4 version)

• Auto-detect or user-forced input video standard• 16-bit, 20-bit or 24-bit audio processing• Digital equalization (supports Belden 8281 and newer, thin coax

cables such as Alcate® SD02)• Audio processing amplifier with controls for delay, gain, invert and

channel multiplexing and averaging• Audio delay is provided to compensate for processing delay in the

video path• NEOscope video signal monitoring at card edge• Capability for card-edge control panel and remote GUI application

control (3901RES-E resource module is required for Ethernet control)

• Audio test tone generator• CCS capability

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Front and Back Modules

Front ModuleFigure 1-1 illustrates the position of the LEDs and card-edge controls on the front modules of the DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 . Front modules are designated by the suffix “-FM”. For example, the front module of the DMX-3901H-B4 is the “DMX-3901H-B4-FM.”

Figure 1-1. Card-Edge Controls of DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 Front Modules

Top view

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Enter button Extractor handle

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Back ModulesIn the NEO frame, back modules are placed directly behind the front modules. Back modules are designated by the suffix “-BM.” For example, the back module of the DMX-3901H-B4 is the “DMX-3901H-B4-BM.” Figure 1-2 and Figure 1-3 illustrate the DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 back modules.

Figure 1-2. DMX-3901H-B4-BM Back Module

Figure 1-3. DMX-3901H-C4-BM Back Module

Back Module PinoutsFigure 1-4 shows the pinouts for the balanced AES Output connector on the DMX-3901H-B4-BM back module

Figure 1-4. DMX-3901H-B4-BM Back Module Pinouts

DARSBALANCED DARS/BALANCED AES OUTPUT HD SDI ACTIVE LOOP D

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DB-25 connector pinoutsDMX-3901-B4-BM back module

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Plug-In AdapterThe balanced back module (DMX-3901H-B4-BM) is shipped with a detachable plug-in adapter (AIB-25-3901MF) for connecting twisted pair audio cables directly to the back modules. Figure 1-5 illustrates the pinouts and screw terminals for the plug-in adapter module.

Figure 1-5. Pinouts for the AIB-25-3901MF Plug-In Adapter

NoteThe AIB-25-3901MF is a universal adapter. Some terminals on this adapter are not used with the DMX-3901-B4-BM back module.

DMX-3901H-B4

DB25male

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Balanced input/output connections

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Signal FlowFigure 1-6 illustrates the signal flow of the DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 modules.

Figure 1-6. Functional Block Diagram of the DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 Modules

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Chapter 2

Installation and Removal

OverviewInstallation, navigation, configuration, and setup information is now included in the NEO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual. If your current NEO frame manual is Edition A, B, C, or D, you will need to download an updated version from the Leitch Web site (www.leitch.com) to access this information.In this chapter, you can find information on the following topics:• “Packing List” on page 10• “Installing DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 Modules” on page 10• “Removing DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 Modules” on page 10• “Setting Jumpers” on page 11• “Upgrading DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 Firmware” on page 12• “Correcting a Failed Upgrading Procedure” on page 16

CautionBefore installation, please read the NEO Safety Instructions and Precautions Manual. This document contains important information about the safe installation and operation of NEO products.

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Packing ListThe NEO DMX-3901H-B4/C4 module packages include these items:• One DMX-3901H-B4 or -C4-FM front module• One DMX-3901H-B4 or -C4-BM back module• One DMX-3901H-B4/C4 HDTV Audio Demultiplexers Installation

and Operation Manual• One AIB-25-3901MF plug-in adapter module

(DMX-3901H-B4 module only)

Installing DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 ModulesThis module requires no specialized installation procedures. For general information about installing NEO modules, see your NEO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual.

Removing DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 ModulesThis module requires no specialized removal procedures. For general information about removing NEO modules, see your NEO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual.

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Setting JumpersTable 2-1 illustrates the jumper settings to select the type of DARS input for the DMX-3901H-B4 module..

Table 2-1. Jumper Selection

Jumper Name

DARS Input SelectionDMX-3901H-B4 Jumper Setting

C Balanced Pins 1-2

Unbalanced Pins 2-3

D Balanced Pins 1-2

Unbalanced Pins 2-3

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Upgrading DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 FirmwareFirmware upgrading is a routine procedure that you must perform to install newer versions of software on the DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 modules. Pilot, Co-Pilot, or Navigator software applications are required for this procedure. You can use either the Discovery or the drag-and-drop method. When performing the upgrading procedure, check the appropriate readme file to confirm which files are needed. Use care to ensure that you upload the correct files to the intended module.If for some reason the upgrade fails, the module may not respond to controls and will appear to be non-functional. In that event, follow the procedures described in “Correcting a Failed Upgrading Procedure” on page 16.

Upgrading the Firmware (Discovery Method)Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware using the Discovery method:1. Download the most recent appropriate upgrade package from the

Leitch Web site or from your CD-ROM, and then unzip the upgrade package.

2. If the affected module has not been discovered, perform the Discovery operation, as described in your CCS software application manual or online help.

3. Double-click the device icon.The Configuration... window opens. On the Software Upgrade tab, the /slotx/boot (where x is the slot number) directory appears in the Select the device directory to transfer to: field.

4. Click Add, and in the Add Upgrade Files box, browse and select the boot folder in the module’s upgrade; click OK.The Add Upgrade Files box appears.

5. Select the file and then click OK.6. Click Perform Transfer and then click Yes.

This may take several minutes.7. Wait for the message File transfer to device succeeded in the

status bar.

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If an fl0 folder is included in the .zip file, the files within that folder must now be uploaded as shown below. (In some cases, the readme file may indicate other separate files must be uploaded instead.)Follow these steps to upload the remaining files:1. On the Software Upgrade tab, select the /slotx/fl0 (where x is the

slot number) directory in the Select the device directory to transfer to: field.

2. Click Add, and in the Add Upgrade Files box, browse and select the fl0 folder in the module’s upgrade package.

3. Click OK.4. Select the files shown in the Add Upgrade Files box, and then

click OK.5. Select and delete unwanted files (for example: vxWorks.lzs) in the

Add upgrade files for transfer to device: field by clicking Remove.

6. Click Perform Transfer and then click Yes.7. Wait for the message File transfer to device succeeded.

This may take a moment.8. Click Reboot Device and then click Yes.9. Wait 30 seconds, and then close the Configuration... box.

The module name appears at the card edge.

CautionYou must delete unwanted files in the Add upgrade files for transfer to device: field before transferring the files. Otherwise, the upgrading procedure will fail.

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Upgrading the Firmware (Drag-and-Drop Method)Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware using the drag-and-drop method:1. Download the appropriate most recent upgrade package from the

Leitch Web site or from your CD-ROM, and then unzip the upgrade package.

2. If the affected module has not been discovered by your CCS software application, enter the Build mode, and then drag or copy and paste the module’s device icon from the catalog folder into the Network or Discovery folder.

3. Right-click the device icon and then select Properties. 4. On the NRO or Device tab of the Navigation Properties box, enter

the IP address of the frame that holds the module. (See Figure 2-1.)

Figure 2-1. Navigation Properties Box

5. In the last field, enter the slot number of the module, and then close the window.

6. Double-click the device icon.The Configuration... window opens. On the Software Upgrade tab, the /slotx/boot (where x is the slot number) directory appears in the Select the device directory to transfer to: field.

7. Click Add, and in the Add Upgrade Files box, browse and select the boot folder in the module’s upgrade.

CautionDo not make changes in the third field (located above and to the right of the Set Default button.)

Do not make changes in this field

Enter frame IP number here

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8. Click OK.The Add Upgrade Files box appears.

9. Select the file and then click OK.10. Click Perform Transfer and then click Yes.

This may take several minutes.11. Wait for the message File transfer to device succeeded in the

status bar.If an fl0 folder is included in the .zip file, the files within that folder must now be uploaded as shown below. (In some cases, the readme file may indicate other separate files must be uploaded instead.)Follow these steps to upload the remaining files:1. On the Software Upgrade tab, select the /slotx/fl0 (where x is the

slot number) directory in the Select the device directory to transfer to: field.

2. Click Add, and in the Add Upgrade Files box, browse and select the fl0 folder in the module’s upgrade package.

3. Click OK.4. Select the files shown in the Add Upgrade Files box, and then

click OK.5. Select and delete unwanted files (for example: vxWorks.lzs) in the

Add upgrade files for transfer to device: field by clicking Remove.

6. Click Perform Transfer and then click Yes.7. Wait for the message File transfer to device succeeded.

This may take a moment.8. Click Reboot Device and then click Yes.9. Wait 30 seconds and then close the Configuration... box.

The module name appears at the card edge.

CautionYou must delete unwanted files in the Add upgrade files for transfer to device: field before transferring the files. Otherwise, the upgrading procedure will fail.

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Correcting a Failed Upgrading ProcedureFirmware upgrades may fail in the event of network interruptions, power failures, or if too much data is uploaded to the NEO module. Often, uploads of too much data can occur for one of the following reasons:• The boot file (typically vxWorks.lzs) was accidentally uploaded

during the fl0 procedure, instead of the boot procedure.• Files were sent to the wrong NEO module.• The particular hardware version of the module requires only some

(but not all) of the available fl0 files.• The upgrade .zip file was mistakenly sent to the module.All of these problems can be corrected by re-installing the firmware while in a fail-safe mode, as described in the following pages. When you are performing this procedure, check the appropriate readme file to confirm which files are needed. Use care to ensure that you upload the correct files to the intended module.

Setting the Module to Fail-Safe Loader ModeFollow these steps to set a NEO module to the fail-safe loader mode:1. Remove the affected module from the NEO frame.2. Press the Nav switch down while simultaneously pressing both the

Escape and Enter buttons.3. While still pressing the buttons and the navigation switch, reinsert

the module into the frame and hold for approximately three seconds until the display on the module reads Offline-H (or Offline-L) Upload Required.

Upgrading the Firmware in Fail-Safe ModeFollow these steps to upgrade the firmware in the fail-safe mode:1. Download the most recent appropriate upgrade package from the

Leitch Web site or from your CD-ROM, and then unzip the upgrade package.

NoteTo successfully upgrade the firmware, you must follow these steps in the exact sequence described.

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2. If the affected module has not been discovered by your CCS software application, enter the Build mode, and then drag or copy and paste the module’s device icon from the catalog folder into the Network or Discovery folder.

3. Right-click the device icon and then select Properties. 4. On the NRO or Device tab of the Navigation Properties box, enter

the IP address of the frame that holds the module. (See Figure 2-2.)

Figure 2-2. Navigation Properties Box

5. In the last field, enter the slot number of the module, and then close the window.

6. Double-click the device icon. The Configuration... box opens. On the Software Upgrade tab, the /slotx/boot (where x is the slot number) directory appears in the Select the device directory to transfer to: field.

7. Click Add, and in the Add Upgrade Files box, browse and select the boot folder in the module’s upgrade.

8. Click OK.9. Select the file and then click OK.10. Click Perform Transfer and then click Yes.

This may take several minutes.11. Wait for the message File transfer to device succeeded in the

status bar.

CautionDo not make changes in the third field (located above and to the right of the Set Default button.)

Do not make changes in this field

Enter frame IP number here

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Rebooting the ModuleFollow these steps to reboot the affected NEO module:1. Click Reboot Device, and then click Yes.

After the module has rebooted, a message box advises you to wait until the device has rebooted.

2. Wait 30 seconds.3. On the Software Upgrade tab, select the /slotx/fl0 (where x is the

slot number) directory in the Select the device directory to transfer to: field.

4. Click Add, and then browse and select the fl0 folder in the module’s upgrade package.

5. Click OK.6. Select the files shown in the Add Upgrade Files box, and then

click OK.7. Select and delete unwanted files (for example: vxWorks.lzs) in the

Add upgrade files for transfer to device: field by clicking Remove.

8. Click Perform Transfer and then click Yes.9. Wait for the message File transfer to device succeeded.

This may take a moment.10. Click Reboot Device and then click Yes.11. Wait 30 seconds, and then close the Configuration... box.

The module name appears at the card edge.

NoteSome NEO modules will reboot automatically. In these cases, the Reboot button will be grayed out. During this time, the module’s card-edge display will show the word Rebooting before the name of the module appears. These modules do not require the fl0 file.

CautionYou must delete unwanted files in the Add upgrade files for transfer to device: field before transferring the files. Otherwise, the upgrading procedure will fail.

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Operation

OverviewInstallation, navigation, configuration, and setup information is now included in the NEO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual. If your current NEO frame manual is Edition A, B, C, or D, you will need to download an updated version from the Leitch Web site (www.leitch.com) to access this information.This chapter describes how to operate the DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 module using card-edge controls. The following topics are found in this chapter:• “Operation Notes” on page 20• “Descriptions of Selected Parameter Values” on page 21• “Cross-Functional Parameter Changes” on page 23• “Navigating the Operator and All Lists” on page 26• “Operator and All List Parameters” on page 27• “Setup Parameters” on page 34• “Alarms” on page 35• “NEOScope” on page 38• “State Recovery Parameter Availability” on page 38• “LEDs and Indicators” on page 39

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Operation NotesWhen using the DMX-3901H-B4 or the DMX-3901H-C4 modules, observe the following operation notes:• If you change parameters within 16 seconds after the

DMX-3901H banner first appears on the VFD, your changes will not be saved. Parameter changes that you make after this 16-second delay will be saved and restored if the module loses power and must be restarted.

• Although the effect of a parameter change may appear to be immediate, the module requires 20 seconds to save the latest change. If another change is made during these 20 seconds, the first parameter change and the second parameter change will not be saved until 20 seconds after the second parameter change. There is no limit to the number of changes that can be made within 20 seconds of each other. However, none of these changes will be saved until 20 seconds after the last parameter change.

• When you set the FctryRcl (factory recall) parameter to Yes, the module takes several seconds to reset all of the parameters. (Setup parameters are not affected by this factory recall mode.) The lists of “Operator and All List Parameters” on page 27 and “Tree View Parameters” on page 51 indicate parameter default settings that are restored when FctryRcl is set to Yes.

• Changes in some parameters will cause additional changes in other parameters, or lock them out entirely. See page 23 for more information on these cross-functional parameter changes.

• Leitch recommends that you terminate any unused coaxial output connectors with a 75Ω terminator.

CautionFailure to observe these Operation Notes will result in accidental changes to the module’s parameter settings.

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Descriptions of Selected Parameter Values

Audio Output Channel Status (Out1aStat to Out4b Stat)Table 3-1 describes the audio output channel status read-only values.

Input Channel V-Bit Feedback (In01VbitFb to In16VbitFb)Table 3-2 describes the input channel v-bit feedback read-only values.

Demux Group Control (Grp1Ctrl to Grp4Ctrl)Table 3-3 describes the demux group control options.

Table 3-1. Audio Output Channel Status

Item DescriptionPeak The audio output level has reached a level of 0 dBFS.

Silence The audio output level is lower than -96 dBFS.

Normal The audio output level is between the Peak and Silence threshold levels.

Table 3-2. Input Channel V-Bit Feedback

Item DescriptionOn The V-Bit of the incoming audio channel is set to 1. This can

indicate that the audio sample word data is invalid (or possibly compressed audio) and is not suitable for D/A conversion.

Off The V-Bit of the incoming audio channel is set to 0. This can indicate that the audio sample word data is valid and is suitable for D/A conversion.

Table 3-3. Demux Group Control

Item DescriptionRepeat Upon detection of a de-embedding error, the de-embedder will

repeat the last good AES sample.

Mute Upon detection of a de-embedding error, the de-embedder will mute the current outgoing AES sample.

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Audio Group Sample Rate (G1SmplRate to G4SmplRate)The output audio rate of the DMX-3901H is always 48 kHz. De-embedding audio that was embedded at a rate other than 48 kHz is not supported. The DMX-3901H will report the embedded audio group sampling rates, as indicated by the "Rate" word of the audio control packet, in the G1SmplRate, G2SmplRate, G3SmplRate and G4SmplRate parameters.

HD-SDI Input Presence Detection (SdiPrsnt)Table 3-4 describes the meaning of the read-only values in the SdiPrsnt parameter..

Table 3-4. HD-SDI Input Signal

SdiPrsnt Value Description

Yes One of the following conditions has taken place:• The SdiStdSet parameter is set to Auto and the SdiStdFb

parameter is recognized as being one of the supported video standards.

• The SdiStdSet parameter matches the detected standard as reported in the SdiStdFb parameter.

No One of the following conditions has taken place:• The HD-SDI signal is physically not connected to the

module. In this situation, the SdiStdFb parameter will report Unknown.

• The SdiStdSet parameter does not match the SdiStdFb parameter. As a result, the module indicates that the user-selected video standard is not present.

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Cross-Functional Parameter ChangesWhen you select values in certain specific parameters, you force changes to occur in other parameters. Table 3-5 lists the forced settings and disabled parameters that result when you change certain parameter settings.

Table 3-5. Cross-Functional Parameters

Condition Forced Setting Enabled/Disabled Parameters

Out1aFrmt = Non-PCM or Out1aFrmt = Auto & Out1aFrmFb = Non-PCM

Out1aGain = 0 dBOut1aInvrt = No

Out1aGain = DisabledOut1aInvrt = Disabled

Out1aFrmt = PCM or Out1aFrmt = Auto & Out1aFrmFb = PCM

Out1aGain = EnabledOut1aInvrt = Enabled

Out1bFrmt = Non-PCM or Out1bFrmt = Auto & Out1bFrmFb = Non-PCM

Out1bGain = 0 dBOut1bInvrt = No

Out1bGain = DisabledOut1bInvrt = Disabled

Out1bFrmt = PCM or Out1bFrmt = Auto & Out1bFrmFb = PCM

Out1bGain = EnabledOut1bInvrt = Enabled

Out2aFrmt = Non-PCM or Out2aFrmt = Auto & Out2aFrmFb = Non-PCM

Out2aGain = 0 dBOut2aInvrt = No

Out2aGain = DisabledOut2aInvrt = Disabled

Out2aFrmt = PCM or Out2aFrmt = Auto & Out2aFrmFb = PCM

Out2aGain = EnabledOut2aInvrt = Enabled

Out2bFrmt = Non-PCM or Out2bFrmt = Auto & Out2bFrmFb = Non-PCM

Out2bGain = 0 dBOut2bInvrt = No

Out2bGain = DisabledOut2bInvrt = Disabled

Out2bFrmt = PCM or Out2bFrmt = Auto & Out2bFrmFb = PCM

Out2bGain = EnabledOut2bInvrt = Enabled

Out3aFrmt = Non-PCM or Out3aFrmt = Auto & Out3aFrmFb = Non-PCM

Out3aGain = 0 dBOut3aInvrt = No

Out3aGain = DisabledOut3aInvrt = Disabled

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Out3aFrmt = PCM or Out3aFrmt = Auto & Out3aFrmFb = PCM

Out3aGain = EnabledOut3aInvrt = Enabled

Out3bFrmt = Non-PCM or Out3bFrmt = Auto & Out3bFrmFb = Non-PCM

Out3bGain = 0 dBOut3bInvrt = No

Out3bGain = DisabledOut3bInvrt = Disabled

Out3bFrmt = PCM or Out3bFrmt = Auto & Out3bFrmFb = PCM

Out3bGain = EnabledOut3bInvrt = Enabled

Out4aFrmt = Non-PCM or Out4aFrmt = Auto & Out4aFrmFb = Non-PCM

Out4aGain = 0 dBOut4aInvrt = No

Out4aGain = DisabledOut4aInvrt = Disabled

Out4aFrmt = PCM or Out4aFrmt = Auto & Out4aFrmFb = PCM

Out4aGain = EnabledOut4aInvrt = Enabled

Out4bFrmt = Non-PCM or Out4bFrmt = Auto & Out4bFrmFb = Non-PCM

Out4bGain = 0 dBOut4bInvrt = No

Out4bGain = DisabledOut4bInvrt = Disabled

Out4bFrmt = PCM or Out4bFrmt = Auto & Out4bFrmFb = PCM

Out4bGain = EnabledOut4bInvrt = Enabled

Table 3-5. Cross-Functional Parameters (Continued)

Condition Forced Setting Enabled/Disabled Parameters

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Channel DitheringWhen any audio output channel is of a Non-PCM format (OutxxFrmt=Non-PCM or OutxxFrmt=Auto and OutxxFrmFb=Non-PCM), the Dithering feature for that channel pair is disabled, even if only one channel of the pair is Non-PCM. Both channels in the pair must be of a PCM format for the Dithering feature for that channel pair to be re-enabled. For example, if Out1aFrmt is set to Non-PCM (or Out1aFrmt=Auto and Out1aFrmFb=Non-PCM), then AES output 1 has dithering disabled (DM_Out1 is set to None and the parameter is disabled), even if Out1bFrmt is PCM. If both Out1aFrmt and Out1bFrmt are changed to PCM (or Auto, and the associated feedback parameters are PCM), then the DM_Out1 parameter is re-enabled.

Channel Word LengthWhen any audio output channel is of a Non-PCM format, the Word Length feature for that channel pair is forced to 24-bits and the parameter is disabled, even if only one channel of the pair is Non-PCM.Both channels in the pair must be of a PCM format for the Word Length feature for that channel pair to be re-enabled.For example, if Out1aFrmt is set to Non-PCM, then the WL_Out1 parameter is set to 24 bits and that parameter is disabled, even if Out1bFrmt is PCM. If both Out1aFrmt and Out1bFrmt are changed to PCM (or Auto, and the associated feedback parameters are PCM), then the WL_Out1 parameter is re-enabled.

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Navigating the Operator and All ListsTo navigate, and then view or change a parameter from the Operator and All Lists, follow these steps:1. Open the front panel of the NEO frame.2. Press any card-edge control to turn on the VFD screen.

The message DMX-3901H appears. If a previous user has left the display at a different parameter name, repeatedly press the Escape button until the message DMX-3901H appears.

3. Push the Enter button.The name of the first parameter option in the list appears.

4. Push the Enter button again to access the options for the parameter displayed on the VFD screen.ORPress the Nav+/Nav- switch down repeatedly to view other parameters, and then press Enter to access an item’s parameter options.

5. Press the Nav+/Nav- switch up or down to scroll through the different selectable parameter options, and then press Enter to select the value you want.ORPress the Nav+/Nav- switch up or down to adjust the numeric parameter value, and then press Enter.

6. Close the front panel of the frame to ensure the cooling system continues to operate properly.

NoteAfter several seconds of inactivity, a scrolling message will appear, describing the purpose of the currently selected parameter.

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Operator and All List ParametersThis complete list of parameter settings is arranged so that the settings most likely requiring changes are placed at the top of the list. Items on the bottom of the list are the least likely to require changing. Parameters with the designation [RO] are “read-only.” An asterisk (*) indicates the default user range or value.The All List is a long flat list of all the available parameters, arranged from the most-used to least-used. It is intended for a “Supervisor” security designation. The Operator List is a condensed version of the All List, and is intended for an “Operator” security designation. The following table shows all available parameters. Parameters accessed only from within the All List are shaded in gray.See “Navigating the Operator and All Lists” on page 26 for instructions on navigating this list using card-edge controls.

NoteYou can reset the default values for all of the parameters automatically via the FctryRcl parameter, found in this table.

Table 3-6. Operator and All List Parameters

Card-Edge ID Parameter Name Function User RangeSdiStdSet SDI Input Video

Standard SetSelects the HDTV SDI input video signal standard

• Auto* • 1035i30 • 1035i29.97 • 1080i25 (295M)• 1080i30 • 1080i29.97 • 1080i25 • 1080p30 • 1080p29.97 • 1080p25 • 1080p24 • 1080p23.98 • 720p60 • 720p59.94

SdiPrsnt[RO]

SDI Input Video Present

Reports the presence of the HD-SDI video signal (see “HD-SDI Input Presence Detection (SdiPrsnt)” on page 22)

• Yes • No

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SdiStdFb[RO]

SDI Input Video Standard Feedback

Reports the detected HD-SDI input video signal standard

• Unknown • 1080p25 • 1035i29.97 • 1035i30 • 1080i25 (295M) • 1080i29.97 • 1080i30 • 720p59.94 • 720p60 • 1080p23.98 • 1080p24 • 1080p29.97 • 1080p30 • 1080i25

YCrcErrCnt[RO]

Luminance CRC Error Counter

Reports the number of occurred luminance CRC errors

0 to 16777215

YCrcErrClr Luminance CRC Error Counter Clear

Clears the luminance CRC error counter • Yes • No*

CCrcErrCnt[RO]

Chrominance CRC Error Counter

Reports the number of occurred chrominance CRC errors

0 to 16777215

CCrcErrClr Chrominance CRC Error Counter Clear

Clears the chrominance CRC error counter

• Yes • No*

Grp1Prsnt toGrp4Prsnt [RO]

Group 1 PresenttoGroup 4 Present

Reports the presence of audio group 1 to group 4 in the HD-SDI stream

• Yes • No

DARSPrsnt[RO]

DARS Input Present Reports the presence of the DARS input signal

• Yes • No

DARSLock[RO]

DARS Locked to Video

Reports the locked status of the DARS input signal

• Yes • No

Grp1Dly1_2[RO]

Group Channels 1-2 Delay

Reports the delay, relative to video, of channel pair 1-2 in audio group 1

-699050.666 msecto699050.645 msec

Table 3-6. Operator and All List Parameters (Continued)

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Grp1Dly3_4[RO]

Group 1 Channels 3-4 Delay

Reports the delay, relative to video, of channel pair 3-4 in audio group 1

-699050.666 msecto699050.645 msec

Grp2Dly1_2[RO]

Group 2 Channels 1-2 Delay

Reports the delay, relative to video, of channel pair 1-2 in audio group 2

-699050.666 msecto699050.645 msec

Grp2Dly3_4[RO]

Group 2 Channels 3-4 Delay

Reports the delay, relative to video, of channel pair 3-4 in audio group 2

-699050.666 msecto699050.645 msec

Grp3Dly1_2[RO]

Group 3 Channels 1-2 Delay

Reports the delay, relative to video, of channel pair 1-2 in audio group 3

-699050.666 msecto699050.645 msec

Grp3Dly3_4[RO]

Group 3 Channels 3-4 Delay

Reports the delay, relative to video, of channel pair 3-4 in audio group 3

-699050.666 msecto699050.645 msec

Grp4Dly1_2[RO]

Group 4 Channels 1-2 Delay

Reports the delay, relative to video, of channel pair 1-2 in audio group 4

-699050.666 msecto699050.645 msec

Grp4Dly3_4[RO]

Group 4 Channels 3-4 Delay

Reports the delay, relative to video, of channel pair 3-4 in audio group 4

-699050.666 msecto699050.645 msec

G1SmplRate toG4SmplRate[RO]

Group 1 Sample Rate toGroup 4 Sample Rate

Reports the sampling rate from the control packet of audio group 1 to audio group 4

• 48.0 kHz • 44.1 kHz • 32.0 kHz • N/A • FreeRun

Grp1Ctrl,toGrp4Ctrl

Demux Group 1 ControltoDemux Group 4 Control

Controls the audio option when demuxed group 1 to group 4 is present with an error

• Mute • Repeat*

Grp1DBNErr toGrp4DBNErr[RO]

Group 1 DBN ErrortoGroup 4 DBN Error

Reports if a data block number error has occurred in the group 1 to group 4 de-embedders

• Yes • No

Table 3-6. Operator and All List Parameters (Continued)

Card-Edge ID Parameter Name Function User Range

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Grp1ChkErr toGrp4ChkErr[RO]

Group 1 Checksum ErrortoGroup 4 Checksum Error

Reports if a checksum error has occurred in the group 1 de-embedder to the group 4 de-embedder

• Yes • No

Grp1ParErrtoGrp4ParErr[RO]

Group 1 Parity ErrortoGroup 4 Parity Error

Reports if a parity error has occurred in the group 1 de-embedder to the group 4 de-embedder

• Yes • No

Grp1ECCErrtoGrp4ECCErr[RO]

Group 1 Error Correct Code ErrortoGroup 4 Error Correct Code Error

Reports if an error correction code error has occurred in the group 1 de-embedder to the group 4 de-embedder

• Yes • No

Grp1ActChtoGrp4ActCh[RO]

Group 1 Active Channel to Group 4 Active Channel

Reports the active channels from the control packets of audio groups 1 to 4

• ==== • 1=== • =2=4 • 12=4 • ==34 • 1=34 • =234 • 1234 • =2== • 12== • ==3= • 1=3= • =23= • 123= • ===4 • 1==4

In01VbitFbtoIn16VbitFb[RO]

Input Channel 01 Vbit FeebacktoInput Channel 16 Vbit Feedback

Reports the validity bit status of input channels 01 to 16

• On • Off

Table 3-6. Operator and All List Parameters (Continued)

Card-Edge ID Parameter Name Function User Range

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DBN_Ctrl DBN Control Controls handling of DBN (Data Block Number) error reporting

• Alert* • Ignore

InCh01DlytoInCh16Dly

Input Channel 01 Delay toInput Channel 16 Delay

Adjusts the delay for the de-embedded channels 01 to 16

0.0 msec*to 1320.0 msec

VbitMuteEn V-Bit Mute Enable Enables the audio channel muting upon detection of an incoming set V-bit

• Yes • No*

Out1aSrc,Out1bSrc,Out2aSrc,Out2bSrc,Out3aSrc,Out3bSrc,Out4aSrc,Out4bSrc

Out 1a Source SelecttoOut 4b Source Select

Selects the source for AES output 1a through to output 4b

• Ch01 (for Out1a*)• Ch02 (for Out1b*) • Ch03 (for Out2a*) • Ch04 (for Out2b*) • Ch05 (for Out3a*)• Ch06 (for Out3b*)• Ch07 (for Out4a*)• Ch08 (for Out4b*)• Ch09 • Ch10 • Ch11 • Ch12 • Ch13 • Ch14 • Ch15 • Ch16 • TstTone 1

(750 Hz, -20 dBFS)• TstTone 2

(1.5 kHz, -20 dBFS)• TstTone 3

(3 kHz, -20 dBFS)• TstTone 4

(6 kHz, -20 dBFS)

Table 3-6. Operator and All List Parameters (Continued)

Card-Edge ID Parameter Name Function User Range

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Out1aFrmt,Out1bFrmt,Out2aFrmt,Out2bFrmt,Out3aFrmt,Out3bFrmt,Out4aFrmt,Out4bFrmt

Out Channel 1a FormattoOut Channel 4b Format

Selects the AES format for output channel 1a through to output channel 4b

• PCM • Non-PCM • Auto*

Out1aFrmFb,Out1bFrmFb,Out2aFrmFb,Out2bFrmFb,Out3aFrmFb,Out3bFrmFb,Out4aFrmFb,Out4bFrmFb [RO]

Out Channel 1a Format Fb toOut Channel 4b Format Fb

Reports the AES format of output channel 1a through to output channel 4b

• PCM • Non-PCM

Out1aGain,Out1bGain,Out2aGain,Out2bGain,Out3aGain,Out3bGain,Out4aGain,Out4bGain

Output Channel 1a GaintoOutput Channel 4b Gain

Adjusts the gain for the output channel 1a to output channel 4b

± 18.0 dB(0 dB*)

Out1aInvrt,Out1bInvrt,Out2aInvrt,Out2bInvrt,Out3aInvrt,Out3bInvrt,Out4aInvrt,Out4bInvrt

Output Channel 1a InverttoOutput Channel 4b Invert

Inverts the control for the output channel 1a through to output channel 4b

• Yes • No*

Table 3-6. Operator and All List Parameters (Continued)

Card-Edge ID Parameter Name Function User Range

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Out1aMute,Out1bMute,Out2aMute,Out2bMute,Out3aMute,Out3bMute,Out4aMute,Out4bMute

Output Channel 1a MutetoOutput Channel 4b Mute

Enables the muting for the output channel 1a to output channel 4b

• On • Off*

Out1aStat,Out1bStat,Out2aStat,Out2bStat,Out3aStat,Out3bStat,Out4aStat,Out4bStat [RO]

Out Channel 1a StatustoOut Channel 4b Status

Reports the status (peak/silence/normal) of output channel 1a to output channel 4b

• Peak • Silence • Normal

DM_Out1,DM_Out2,DM_Out3,DM_Out4

Output 1 Dither Mode toOutput 4 Dither Mode

Selects the dithering mode for output channel pair 1 to output channel pair 4

• None*• On

WL_Out1,WL_Out2,WL_Out3,WL_Out4

Output 1 Word Length toOutput 4 Word Length

Selects the word length for output audio channel pair 1 to output audio channel pair 4

• 24 bits* • 20 bits • 16 bits

FadeRate Fade Rate Controls the rate of fading when channels are swapped or muted

0.0 sec to 10.0 sec (1.0 sec*)

ALOVMode Audio Loss of Video Mode

Selects the output audio mode when the input video is disrupted

• Pass • Mute*

FctryRcl Factory Recall Recalls the factory settings. • On • Off*

Setup Setup Parameters Sets the parameters for display and usability (see page 54 for a complete list of Setup parameters and their factory default settings)

Various

Table 3-6. Operator and All List Parameters (Continued)

Card-Edge ID Parameter Name Function User Range

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Setup ParametersYou can modify the Setup parameters to configure the card-edge controls for your personal needs. The Setup section appears at the end of all three navigation lists and consists of these items:• Alarms• NEOScope• Navigation modes• Adjustment modes• Browse modes• Scroll modes• Display intensity• Parameter descriptions• Name• FrameIP• Sync full• About mode

The structure of the Setup menu is located at the end of Appendix A: “Tree View Navigation.” See your NEO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual for more information on Setup items, including descriptions and operation notes.

NoteSetup parameters on a local or remote control panel may be different from the card-edge parameters described here.

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AlarmsDMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 modules provide a default list of 23 alarms. You can disable any alarm by modifying the Alarms parameter in the Setup section.When you select Alarms, all of the active alarms are visible in the display, below Config (Configurations). If no alarms are active, only Config appears.

Alarm SynchronizationAlarm synchronization is available for this module if your NEO frame contains a 3901RES-E resource module that supports the feature. When active, alarm synchronization ensures that the alarm configuration settings of card-edge controls and the CCS control software and control panels are consistent.If the DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 modules are set for local control, the alarm settings will appear the same at both the card edge and via CCS, but the settings can only be changed using the card-edge controls. If the module is set for remote control, the alarm settings can be changed via both the card edge and CCS control software and control panels.Alarm configuration settings undergo DejaView (state recovery) automatically. This means that when a module is hot-swapped, the alarm configuration for the new module is updated to the settings of the module that was previously in that slot. See “State Recovery Parameter Availability” in this chapter for more information.

Identifying the Cause of an AlarmTo identify the reason for an alarm, select the active alarm, and then press Enter. A scrolling message appears on the VFD describing the cause of the fault.

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Enabling or Disabling an Alarm ParameterTo enable or disable an alarm parameter, follow these steps:1. Select Alarms, then select Config, and then press Enter.2. Select one of the alarm parameters, and then press Enter.3. Press Enabled or Disabled. 4. Press Enter to activate the selection.

Restoring Default SettingsTo restore the alarms to their default settings, follow these steps:1. Select Alarms, select Config, and then press Enter.2. Scroll down the list of alarms, and then select Reset.3. Press Enter to activate the selection.

The following table lists the default alarms for the DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 modules. You can enable or disable these settings, but you cannot change the level of the alarm.

Table 3-7. DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 Default Alarms

Card-Edge Alarm ID Name of Alarm Alarm

Level Meaning

SDI_Prsnt HD-SDI Input Video Present Major Loss of HD-SDI input video

Grp1Prsnt Group 1 Present Major Group 1 embedded audio is not present

Grp2Prsnt Group 2 Present Major Group 2 embedded audio is not present

Grp3Prsnt Group 3 Present Major Group 3 embedded audio is not present

Grp4Prsnt Group 4 Present Major Group 4 embedded audio is not present

DARSPrsnt DARS Input Present Minor DARS input is not present

DARSLock DARS Lock Minor DARS input and video are not locked

Grp1DBNErr Group 1 Data Block Number Error

Minor Group 1 data block number error has occurred

Grp1ChkErr Group 1 Checksum Error Minor Group 1 checksum error has occurred

Grp1ParErr Group 1 Parity Error Minor Group 1 parity error has occurred

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DARS Balanced/Unbalanced Input Selection (DMX-3901H-B4 only)

The DMX-3901H-B4 module has the capability to use either a balanced or an unbalanced DARS reference input. Two jumpers are located in the right rear part of the front module to select between balanced and unbalanced DARS input (see Table 2-1 on page 11).

Grp1ECCErr Group 1 ECC Error Minor Group 1 error correction code error has occurred

Grp2DBNErr Group 2 DBN Error Minor Group 2 data block number error has occurred

Grp2ChkErr Group 2 Checksum Error Minor Group 2 checksum error has occurred

Grp2ParErr Group 2 Parity Error Minor Group 2 parity error has occurred

Grp2ECCErr Group 2 ECC Error Minor Group 2 error correction code error has occurred

Grp3DBNErr Group 3 DBN Error Minor Group 3 data block number error occurred

Grp3ChkErr Group 3 Checksum Error Minor Group 3 checksum error has occurred

Grp3ParErr Group 3 Parity Error Minor Group 3 parity error has occurred

Grp3ECCErr Group 3 ECC Error Minor Group 3 error correction code error has occurred

Grp4DBNErr Group 4 DBN Error Minor Group 4 data block number error has occurred

Grp4ChkErr Group 4 Checksum Error Minor Group 4 checksum error has occurred

Grp4ParErr Group 4 Parity Error Minor Group 4 parity error has occurred

Grp4ECCErr Group 4 ECC Error Minor Group 4 error correction code error has occurred

Table 3-7. DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 Default Alarms (Continued)

Card-Edge Alarm ID Name of Alarm Alarm

Level Meaning

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NEOScopeThe display screen of the DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 can be used as a confidence monitor to view outgoing video images. To activate this feature, scroll through the Setup list to NEOScope, and then press the Enter button. The screen will show the outgoing video image. To turn this feature off, press any card-edge button or the Nav-/Nav+ switch.

State Recovery Parameter AvailabilityThe parameter settings for this module are automatically saved onto the 3901RES-E resource module installed in your NEO frame every five minutes. If a module should fail and be replaced with a cold spare, the state parameters can be automatically recovered. For more information on this feature, see the NEO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual (Edition E and above).

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LEDs and Indicators

General InformationThe DMX-3901H Audio Demultiplexer modules have eleven functional card-edge LEDs and four module indicators.The module indicators include Major Alarm and Minor Alarm. These alarms alert users to failures or impending failures within the module. They are also found in the following locations:• As red or yellow LEDs on the 3901AIC Alarm Interconnect

Module or the 3901RES-E Resource Module (visible via light pipes through the frame’s front panel)

• As part of a list of activated alarms in the Setup menu• In external systems connected to the alarm contact closures at the

back of the NEO frames• On a PC screen where you use CCS Pilot or another GUI-based

control application

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Card-Edge LED LocationsFigure 3-1 illustrates the locations of the LEDs and module indicators on the DMX-3901H-FM front module.

Figure 3-1. Card-Edge LEDs and Module Indicators, Top View

Top view

Nav+/Nav- switch(up/down) Extractor handleEscape button

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LED descriptionsSee Figure 3-1 on page 40 for the locations of the card-edge LEDs decribed in Table 3-8.

Table 3-8. Card-Edge LED Color and Meaning

LED Color* Meaning (When Lit)SDI In Present

Green HD-SDI video input is present

Auto Green Detection of the input video signal is enabled

720p Green A 720p video source is present

1080i Green A 1080i video source is present

1080p Green A 1080p video source is present.

1035i Green A 1035i video source is present

Reference Present

None (Not functional on the DMX-3901H)

Freeze None (Not functional on the DMX-3901H)

DARS Present

Green The DARS reference is present

Embed Error

None (Not functional on the DMX-3901H)

Deembed Error

Red An audio deembedding error has occurred

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Module Indicator DescriptionsSee Figure 3-1 on page 40 for the locations of the module indicators described in Table 3-9.

Table 3-9. Module Indicator Color and Meaning

Module Indicator Color Meaning (When Lit)

Major Alarm Red The module detects one or more of the following problems:• Loss of HD-SDI input video signal• Loss of Group 1 embedded audio• Loss of Group 2 embedded audio• Loss of Group 3 embedded audio• Loss of Group 4 embedded audio

Minor Alarm Yellow The module detects one or more of the following problems:• Loss of DARS input• Loss of DARS/video lock• Group 1-4 DBN error • Group 1-4 Checksum error • Group 1-4 Parity error • Group 1-4 ECC error

Power Green The module is receiving power.

Module Status Green The module is configured, loaded, and operational.

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Specifications

OverviewThe tables in this chapter list the following specifications for the DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 modules: • “Inputs” on page 44• “Outputs” on page 45• “Miscellaneous” on page 47

Specifications and designs are subject to change without notice.

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Inputs

SDI Video Input

DARS Input

Table 4-1. SDI Video Input Specifications

Item SpecificationNumber 1

Standard SMPTE 292M HD serial input over coaxial cable

Connector BNC per IEC 169-8

Impedance 75Ω

Return Loss >18 dB (typical) from 5 MHz to 1.485 MHz

Equalization Adaptive cable equalization for up to 388 ft (100 m) typical of Belden 8281 or 492 ft (150 m) typical of Belden 1694A co-axial cable

Table 4-2. DARS Input Specifications

Item SpecificationType • DMX-3901H-C4: Unbalanced, AC

coupled• DMX-3901H-B4: Unbalanced, AC

coupled or Balanced, transformer coupled (jumper selectable)

Connector • DMX-3901H-C4: BNC (IEC169-8)• DMX-3901H-B4: BNC (IEC169-8) or

DB-25 female

Impedance 75Ω (unbalanced) and 110Ω (balanced)

Return Loss >25 dB, 0.1 to 6.0 MHz (applies to coax input only)

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Outputs

AES Balanced Audio (DMX-3901H-B4)

AES Unbalanced Audio (DMX-3901H-C4)

Table 4-3. AES Balanced Audio (-B4)

Item SpecificationStandard AES3

Type Balanced, transformer coupled

Connector DB-25 female

Impedance 110Ω ±20% (0.1 to 6 MHz)

Signal Amplitude 2 to 7 pk-to pk into 110Ω load

Audio Rate 48 kHz

Jitter <±20 ns

Rise and Fall Time 5 to 30 ns (10% to 90%)

Bits 24-bits, 20-bits or 16-bits

Channel Status and User Bits

Maintained, but professional mode, 48 kHzSee Appendix B for full details.

Table 4-4. AES Unbalanced Audio (-C4)

Item SpecificationStandard AES3, SMPTE 276M

Type Unbalanced, AC coupled

Connector BNC (IEC169-8)

Impedance 75Ω

Return Loss >25 dB, 0.1 to 6.0 MHz

Signal Amplitude 1.0 Vpk-to-pk ±10% into 75Ω load

Audio Rate 48 kHz

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HD-SDI Reclocked Video

Rise and Fall Time 30 to 44 ns (10% to 90%)

Bits 24-bits, 20-bits or 16-bits

Channel Status and User Bits

Maintained, but professional mode, 48 kHzSee Appendix B: “Overview” on page 57 for full details.

Table 4-4. AES Unbalanced Audio (-C4) (Continued)

Item Specification

Table 4-5. HD-SDI Reclocked Video Specifications

Item SpecificationNumber 1 reclocked

Standards SMPTE 292M

Connector BNC (IEC 169-8)

Impedance 75Ω

Return Loss >18 dB (typical) from 5 MHz to 1485 MHz

Signal Level 800 mV ±10%

Dc Offset 0 V ±0.5 V

Rise and Fall Time <270 ps, within 100 ps of each other

Overshoot <10% of amplitude

Jitter <135 ps pk-to-pk

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Miscellaneous

Power Consumption

Start-Up Time

Propagation Delay

Table 4-6. Power Consumption Specifications

Item SpecificationPower Consumption 8.7 W

Table 4-7. Start-Up Time Specifications

Item SpecificationStart-up Time <10 sec

Table 4-8. Propagation Delay Specifications

Item SpecificationAudio (minimum delay setting)

2.6 msec - combined embedding and de-embedding (applicable to combinations of the DMX-3901H (-B4 or -C4) and the MXA-3901H-B4 or MXA-3901H-C4)

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Appendix A

Tree-View Navigation

OverviewThe Tree View is one of the three navigation modes available on the DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 module. Unlike the other navigation modes, the Tree View is a multi-level list of parameters, arranged in the following main groups:• “Input” on page 51• “Other” on page 52• “Output” on page 52• “Processing” on page 53• “Setup” on page 54(See page 34 for more information on the Setup parameters which govern the operation of the card-edge controls.)

This appendix consists of instructions for navigating the lists (see page 50) and the Tree View Parameter list.

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Navigating the Tree ViewTo navigate and then view or change a parameter from the Tree View, follow these steps:1. Open the front panel of the NEO frame.2. Press any card-edge control to turn on the VFD display.

The message DMX-3901H will appear as the banner on the card-edge display.

3. Press the Enter button.The first two items in the Level One list will appear.

4. Click Nav- (down) on the Nav-/Nav+ switch to view more items in the Level One list.

5. Select the desired item in the Level One list, and then press Enter.This leads you to the Level Two list.

6. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to view more items in Levels Two, Three, and Four.

7. If the parameter is selectable, slide the bar to the desired parameter using the Nav+/Nav-switch.ORSelect the desired item in the Level Four list, and then press Enter.

Once the Level Four parameter is set or viewed, you can leave the parameter in its current state, or return to the banner. To return to the DMX-3901H banner, repeatedly press the Escape button. Close the front panel again after you have completed the procedure to prevent the frame from overheating.

NoteIf you do not wish to make changes to your settings, return to the previously selected item in the list, and then press Escape to move up a level. See SelPar Adj Mode in the Setup section at the end of the Tree View to enable or disable this delayed adjust mode feature.

NoteAfter several seconds of inactivity, a scrolling message will appear, describing the purpose of the currently selected parameter.

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Tree View ParametersUnlike the Operator and All List navigation modes, the Tree View is a multi-level structure that includes all of the available card-edge parameters. Parameters with the designation [RO] are “read-only.” An asterisk (*) indicates the default user range or value.See page 50 for instructions on navigating the Tree View.

Input AudioProc

VbitMuteEn(Options: Yes, No*)

In01VbitFb to In16VbitFb [RO](Options: On, Off)

DeMultiplx Grp1Prsnt to Grp4Prsnt [RO]

(Options: Yes, No) Grp1ActCh to Grp4ActCh [RO]

(Options: ====, 1===, =2=4, 12=4, ==34, 1=34, =234, 1234, =2==, 12==, ==3=, 1=3=, =23=, 123=, ===4, 1==4)

G1SmplRate to G4SmplRate [RO](Options: 48.0 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32.0 kHz, N/A, FreeRun)

Grp1Dly1_2, Grp1Dly3_4, Grp2Dly1_2, Grp2Dly3_4, Grp3Dly1_2, Grp3Dly3_4, Grp4Dly1_2, Grp4Dly3_4 [RO]

(Range: -699050.666 to 699050.645 msec) DBN_Ctrl

(Options: Alert*, Ignore) Grp1DBNErr to Grp4DBNErr [RO]

(Options: Yes, No) Grp1ChkErr to Grp4ChkErr [RO]

(Options: Yes, No) Grp1ParErr to Grp4ParErr [RO]

(Options: Yes, No) Grp1ECCErr to Grp4ECCErr [RO]

(Options: Yes, No) Other

SdiStdSet(Options: Auto*, 1035I30, 1035I29.97, 1080I25 (295M),

1080I30, 1080I29.97, 1080I25, 1080P30, 1080P29.97, 1080P25, 1080P24, 1080P23.98, 720P60, 720P59.94)

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SdiStdFb [RO] (Options: Unknown, 1080P25, 1035I29.97, 1035I30,

1080I25 (295M), 1080I29.97, 1080I30, 720P59.94, 720P60, 1080P23.98, 1080P24, 1080P29.97, 1080P30, 1080I25)

SdiPrsnt [RO](Options: Yes, No)

YCrcErrCnt [RO](Range: 0 to 16777215)

YCrcErrClr(Options: Yes, No*)

CCrcErrCnt [RO](Range: 0 to 16777215)

CCrcErrClr (Options: Yes, No*)

DARSPrsnt [RO](Options: Yes, No)

DARSLock [RO](Options: Yes, No)

Other FctryRcl

(Options: On, Off*) Output

AudioProc Out1aFrmt, Out1bFrmt, Out2aFrmt, Out2bFrmt,

Out3aFrmt, Out3bFrmt, Out4aFrmt, Out4bFrmt(Options: PCM, Non-PCM, Auto*)

Out1aFrmFb, Out1bFrmFb, Out2aFrmFb, Out2bFrmFb, Out3aFrmFb, Out3bFrmFb, Out4aFrmFb, Out4bFrmFb [RO]

(Options: PCM, Non-PCM)Out1aStat, Out1bStat, Out2aStat, Out2bStat,

Out3bStat, Out4aStat, Out4bStat [RO](Options: Peak, Silence, Normal)

DeMultiplx Out1aSrc

(Options: Ch01*, Ch02, Ch03, Ch04, Ch05, Ch06, Ch07, Ch08, Ch09, Ch10, Ch11, Ch12, Ch13, Ch14, Ch15, Ch16, TstTone 1, TstTone 2, TstTone 3, TstTone 4)

Out1bSrc (Options: Ch01, Ch02*, Ch03, Ch04, Ch05, Ch06, Ch07,

Ch08, Ch09, Ch10, Ch11, Ch12, Ch13, Ch14, Ch15, Ch16, TstTone 1, TstTone 2, TstTone 3, TstTone 4)

Out2aSrc (Options: Ch01, Ch02, Ch03*, Ch04, Ch05, Ch06, Ch07,

Ch08, Ch09, Ch10, Ch11, Ch12, Ch13, Ch14, Ch15, Ch16, TstTone 1, TstTone 2, TstTone 3, TstTone 4)

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Out2bSrc (Options: Ch01, Ch02, Ch03, Ch04*, Ch05, Ch06, Ch07,

Ch08, Ch09, Ch10, Ch11, Ch12, Ch13, Ch14, Ch15, Ch16, TstTone 1, TstTone 2, TstTone 3, TstTone 4)

Out3aSrc(Options: Ch01, Ch02, Ch03, Ch04, Ch05*, Ch06, Ch07,

Ch08, Ch09, Ch10, Ch11, Ch12, Ch13, Ch14, Ch15, Ch16, TstTone 1, TstTone 2, TstTone 3, TstTone 4)

Out3bSrc (Options: Ch01, Ch02, Ch03, Ch04, Ch05, Ch06*, Ch07,

Ch08, Ch09, Ch10, Ch11, Ch12, Ch13, Ch14, Ch15, Ch16, TstTone 1, TstTone 2, TstTone 3, TstTone 4)

Out4aSrc (Options: Ch01, Ch02, Ch03, Ch04, Ch05, Ch06, Ch07*,

Ch08, Ch09, Ch10, Ch11, Ch12, Ch13, Ch14, Ch15, Ch16, TstTone 1, TstTone 2, TstTone 3, TstTone 4)

Out4bSrc (Options: Ch01, Ch02, Ch03, Ch04, Ch05, Ch06, Ch07,

Ch08*, Ch09, Ch10, Ch11, Ch12, Ch13, Ch14, Ch15, Ch16, TstTone 1, TstTone 2, TstTone 3, TstTone 4)

Processing AudioProc

Out1aGain, Out1bGain, Out2aGain, Out2bGain, Out3aGain, Out3bGain, Out4aGain, Out4bGain

(Range: -18.0 to 18.0 dB; 0 dB*) Out1aInvrt, Out1bInvrt, Out2aInvrt, Out3aInvrt,

Out3bInvrt, Out4aInvrt, Out4bInvrt(Options: Yes, No*)

Out1aMute, Out1bMute, Out2aMute, Out2bMute, Out3bMute, Out4aMute, Out4bMute

(Options: On, Off*) DM_Out1 to DM_Out4

(Options: None*, On) WL_Out1 to WL_Out4

(Options: 24-bits*, 20-bits, 16-bits) FadeRate

(Range: 0.0 to 10.0 seconds; 1.0 sec*) ALOVMode

(Options: Pass, Mute*) Delaying

InCh01Dly to InCh16Dly(Range: 0.00* to 1320.00 msec)

DeMultiplx Grp1Ctrl to Grp4Ctrl

(Options: Mute, Repeat*)

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SetupAlarms

ConfigSdiPrsnt (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp1Prsnt to Grp4Prsnt (Options: Enable*, Disable)DARSPrsnt (Options: Enable*, Disable)DARSLock (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp1DBNErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp1ChkErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp1ParErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp1ECCErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp2DBNErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp2ChkErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp2ParErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp2ECCErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp3DBNErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp3ChkErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp3ParErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp3ECCErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp4DBNErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp4ChkErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp4ParErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Grp4ECCErr (Options: Enable*, Disable)Reset

Active Alarms (if applicable)SdiPrsnt (if alarm is active)Grp1Prsnt to Grp4Prsnt (if alarm is active)DARSPrsnt (if alarm is active)DARSLock (if alarm is active)Grp1DBNErr (if alarm is active)Grp1ChkErr (if alarm is active)Grp1ParErr (if alarm is active)Grp1ECCErr (if alarm is active)Grp2DBNErr (if alarm is active)Grp2ChkErr (if alarm is active)Grp2ParErr (if alarm is active)Grp2ECCErr (if alarm is active)Grp3DBNErr (if alarm is active)Grp3ChkErr (if alarm is active)Grp3ParErr (if alarm is active)Grp3ECCErr (if alarm is active)Grp4DBNErr (if alarm is active)Grp4ChkErr (if alarm is active)Grp4ParErr (if alarm is active)Grp4ECCErr (if alarm is active)

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NEOScopeNav Mode (Navigation Mode)

(Options: All List, Tree View, Oper List*SelPar Adj Mode (Selectable Parameter Adjust Mode)

(Options: Immediate, Delayed*)Brws Mode (Browse Mode)

(Options: Param List, Param+Val*)Scrl Mode (Scroll Mode)

(Options: Wrap*, Don't Wrap)Disp Intensity (Display Intensity)

(Options: 100%, 50%*, 25%, 12%)Param Desc (Parameter Description)

(Options: Disabled, Enabled*)Name

DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4*Frame IP (*see note for default settings)

(Options: IP Address, Subnet, Gateway)Sync Full

(Options: No*, Yes)About [RO]

(Options: DMX_HwId, AP_HwId, Sw_Ver)

Note*Default settings for Frame IP options are as follows: IP Address (192.168.100.250), Subnet (255.255.255.0), and Gateway (192.168.100.250).

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Appendix B

Audio Bit Manipulation

OverviewThe following tables contain information on the manipulation of bits that occur when using the DMX-3901H-B4 and -C4 modules. RX Key: N = not recognized, Y = recognized, S = recognized and stored or passed through or bothTX Key: N = not transmitted, Y = transmitted

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Channel Status BitsTable B-1. C-Bit Manipulation

Byte Bit Function RX TX Remarks0 0 [0] Consumer Use

[1] Professional UseNY

NY

• RX ignores bit• TX sets bit to 1

0 1 [0] Audio[1] Non-Audio

SS

YY

• RX sets up audio channel to pass data (Gain=0dB, Invert=off)

• TX bit passes unmodified or forced, according to OutxxFrmt and OutxxFrmFb parameters

0 2 to 4 [000] Not Indicated[100] No Emphasis[110] 50/15 us[111] CCITTJ17

SSSS

YYYY

• RX ignores bits• TX passed bits unmodified

0 5 [0] Locked[1] Unlocked

NN

YN

• RX ignores bits• TX sets bit to 0

0 6 to 7 [00] Not Indicated[01] 48 kHz[10] 44.1 kHz[11] 32 kHz

YYYY

NYNN

• RX ignores bits • TX sets bits to [01]

1 0 to 3 [0000] Not Indicated[0001] Two Channel[0010] Mono[0011] Prim/sec[0100] Stereo[0101] to [1111] Undefined

NNNNNN

YNNNNN

• RX ignores bits • TX sets bits to [0000]

1 4 to 7 [0000] Not Indicated[0001] 192 Bit Block[0010] AES18 (HDLC)[0011] User Defined[0100] to [1111] Undefined

SSSSS

YYYYY

• RX ignores bits• TX passed bits unmodified

2 0 to 2 [000] Aux. Bit Use is Not Indicated[001] Aux. Bit Use is Audio Data[010] Aux. Bit Use is Co-ordination Signal[011] to [111] Undefined

NNNN

YYNN

• RX ignores bits• TX sets bits according to

transmitted word length

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2 3 to 5 [000] Not Indicated[001] Max Length - 1[010] Max Length - 2[011] Max Length - 3[100] Max Length - 4[101] Max Length[110] to [111] Undefined

NNNNNNN

NNNNYYN

• RX ignores bits• TX sets bits according to

transmitted word length

2 6 to 7 [00] Alignment Level Not Indicated[01] Alignment to SMPTE RP155[10] Alignment to EBU R68[11] Reserved

N Y • RX ignores bits• TX sets bits to [00]

3 0 to 6 bit 7 = 0: Channel NumberBit 7 = 1: [0,1,2,3] Channel Number[4,5,6] Multi-channel Mode

N Y • RX ignores bits• TX sets bits to [0000000]

3 7 [0] Undefined Multi-channel Mode[1] Defined Multi-channel Mode

N Y • RX ignores bits• TX sets bits to [0]

4 0 to 1 [00] Not A Reference [01] Grade 1 Reference[10] Grade 2 Reference[11] Undefined

NNNN

YNNN

• RX ignores bits. • TX sets bits to [00]

4 2 Reserved N Y • RX ignores bits• TX sets bits to [0]

4 3 to 6 [0000] Not Indicated[1000] 24 kHz[0100] 96 kHz[1100] 192 kHz[1001] 22.05 kHz[0101] 88.2 kHz[1101] 176.4 Hz[1111] User Defined

N Y • RX ignores bits • TX sets bits to [0000]

4 7 [0] SAmple Frequency Not Scaled[1] Sample Frequency Scaled by 1/1.001

N Y • RX ignores bits• TX sets bits to [0]

5 0 to 7 Reserved N Y • RX ignores bits• TX sets bits to [00000000]

6 to 9 0 to 7 Alphanumeric Channel Origin Data S Y • RX ignores bits• TX passed bits unmodified

Table B-1. C-Bit Manipulation (Continued)

Byte Bit Function RX TX Remarks

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10 to 13 0 to 7 Alphanumeric Channel Destination Data S Y • RX ignores bits• TX passed bits unmodified

14 to 17 0 to 7 Local Sample Address Code S Y • RX ignores bits• TX passed bits unmodified.

18 to 21 0 to 7 Time-of-day Sample Address Code S Y • RX ignores bits• TX passed bits unmodified

22 0 to 3 Reserved N Y • RX ignores bits• TX passed bits unmodified

22 4 Bytes 0 to 5 Reliability Flag N Y • RX ignores bits• TX passed bits unmodified

22 5 Bytes 6 to 13 Reliability Flag S Y • RX ignores bits• TX passed bits unmodified

22 6 Bytes 14 to 17 Reliability Flag S Y • RX ignores bits• TX passed bits unmodified

22 7 Bytes 17 to 21 Reliability Flag S Y • RX ignores bits• TX passed bits unmodified

23 0 to 7 CRC Y Y • RX ignores bits• TX calculates CRC on output

Table B-1. C-Bit Manipulation (Continued)

Byte Bit Function RX TX Remarks

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Appendix B: Audio Bit Manipulation

Notes — Channel Status

Validity and User Bits

Table B-2. Notes — Channel Status

RX Key TX Key Sample Rate Indication Audio Word Length

N = not recognized N = not transmitted

Byte 0 Bits [6,7], Byte 4 Bits [3,4,5,6]• [00,0100] = 96 kHz• [01,0000] = 48 kHz• [11,0000] = 32 kHz• [00,1000] = 24 kHz• [00,0101] = 88.2 kHz• [10,0000] = 44.1 kHz• [00,1001] = 22.05 kHz

Byte 2 Bits [0,1,2]• [000] = Maximum word length

20 bits (auxiliary bit use not indicated)

• [001] = Maximum word length 24 bits (auxiliary bits used for audio)

Byte 2 Bits [3,4,5]• [100] = Encoded word length =

Maximum word length - 4 bits• [101] = Encoded word length =

Maximum word length - 0 bits

Y = recognized Y = transmitted

S = recognized and stored or passed through or both

Table B-3. V-Bit and U-Bit Manipulation

Bit Manipulation RX TX RemarksValidity (V) Bit S Y • RX optionally mutes data if

enabled• TX passes bit unmodified

User (U) Bit S Y • RX ignores bits• TX passes bits unmodified

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Audio Sampling Frequency (kHz)

Audio Sampling Word Length (bits)

Table B-4. Audio Sampling Frequency

Bit Manipulation RemarksAudio Sampling Frequency (kHz) RX => 48

TX => 48

Table B-5. Audio Sampling Word Length

Bit Manipulation RemarksAudio Sampling Word Length (bits) RX => 16 to 24

TX => 16 to 24

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Index

KeywordsAAdd Upgrade Files box 12–17AES audio output specifications 45alarms 35–36All List and Operator List 27–33audio output channel status 21

Bback modules 5boot file 12, 14–16buying manuals ix

Ccard-edge led locations 40causes of alarms 35compliance and certification information xconfidence monitoring 38Configuration... window 12–18configuring the module 19correcting a failed upgrade 16cross-functional parameter changes 23

DDARS input specifications 44default settings for alarms 36

DejaView 35demux group control 21disabling or enabling alarms 36Discovery method of upgrading 12–13display screen, confidence monitoring 38drag-and-drop method of upgrading 14–15

Eenabling or disabling alarms 36

Ffail-safe procedure 16FctryRcl parameters 27firmware upgrading 12–18fl0 folder 13, 15, 18front module 4functional block diagram 7

HHD-SDI input reference detection 22HD-SDI reclocked video specifications 46

Iidentifying causes of alarm 35input channel v-bit feedback 21installing and removing modules 10

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Index

Jjumper settings 11

LLED descriptions 41LEDs and indicators 39–42

Mmanuals, purchasing ixmodule indicator descriptions 42module installation 10

Nnavigating parameter lists 26, 50Navigation Properties box 14, 17NEOScope 38, 55

Ooperating the module 19Operator and All List 27–33

Ppacking equipment for shipping ixpacking list 10parameter lists

Operator and All 27Tree View 51

parametersFctryRcl 27

pinouts 5plug-in adapter 6power consumption specifications 47propagation delay specifications 47

Rrebooting the module 13, 18removing and installing modules 10

restoring default settings for alarms 36returning equipment ixrevision history vii

Ssafety standards and compliances xSDI video input specifications 44setting jumpers 11setting up the module 19Setup parameters 34shipping equipment ixsignal flow 7Software Upgrade tab 13–18specifications

AES audio input 45DARS input 44HD-SDI reclocked video 46power consumption 47propagation delay 47SDI video input 44

state recovery of alarms 35, 38synchronizing alarms 35

Ttrademarks and copyrights iiTree View parameter list 51–55

Uunpacking ixupgrading firmware 12–18

Vviewing outgoing video on display screen 38vxWorks.lzs file 13, 15–16, 18

Wwarranty information iiWeb site, location of manuals ix

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