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RX1290 Multi-Format Receiver
Software Version 3.0.0 (and later)
REFERENCE GUIDE
EN/LZT 790 0003/2 R1A
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Preliminary Pages ENGLISH (UK) - READ THIS FIRST! ITALIANO - LEGGERE QUESTO AVVISO PER PRIMO! If you do not understand the contents of this manual. DO NOT OPERATE Se non si capisce il contenuto del presente manuale. NON UTILIZZARE THIS EQUIPMENT. Also, translation into any EC official language of this L’APPARECCHIATURA.. È anche disponibile la versione italiana di questo manual can be made available, at your cost. manuale, ma il costo è a carico dell’utente. NEDERLANDS - LEES DIT
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Preliminary Pages Contents Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter identifies the equipment versions covered by this Reference Guide; describes the purpose of the equipment in a typical system; provides a summary of its main features; identifies the controls, indicators and connectors. Chapter 2: Installing the Equipment This chapter provides a guide to the suitability of an installation; gives detailed procedures for the preparation, installation and configuration of the equipment inclu
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Preliminary Pages Introduction This Reference Guide provides instructions and information for the installation and operation of the RX1290 Multi-Format Receiver. This Reference Guide should be kept in a safe place for reference for the life of the equipment. It is not intended that this Reference Guide will be amended by the issue of individual pages. Any revision will be by a complete reissue. Further copies of this Reference Guide can be ordered from the address listed in Customer Se
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Preliminary Pages Registered Trademarks ® Ethernet Registered trademark of Xerox Corporation. ® ® Dolby /AC-3 Registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Trademarks ™ Alteia Trademark of Ericsson AB. Macrovision This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and
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Preliminary Pages Caution! Cautions give information which, if strictly followed, will prevent damage to equipment or other goods. They are highlighted for emphasis, as in this example, and are placed immediately preceding the point at which the reader requires them. Note: Notes provide supplementary information. They are highlighted for emphasis, as in this example, and are placed immediately after the relevant text. EMC Compliance This equipment is certified to the EMC requirements
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Preliminary Pages Customer Services Europe, Middle East Tel: +44 (0) 23 8048 4455 and Africa Fax: +44 (0) 23 8048 4467 Email: tvsupportemea@ericsson.com Americas Tel: +888 671 1268 US and Canada Tel: +678 812 6255 International Fax: +678 812 6262 Email: tvsupportamericas@ericsson.com Compression Email: tvsupport@ericsson.com Software Support Centre China Tel: +86 10 8476 8676 Beijing Fax: +86 10 8476 7741 Beijing Tel: +852 2590 2388 Hong Kong Fax: +852 2590 9550 Hong Kong
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Preliminary Pages Return of Equipment If you need to return equipment for repair please contact your local Ericsson Customer Services Department. Please refer to the Customer Services Contact Information on Page vii You will then be directed to return the faulty equipment to a repair centre with the appropriate facilities for that equipment. A tracking number will be issued that should be used if you need to enquire about the progress of the repair. The equipment should be properly p
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1 Introduction Chapter 1 Contents 1.1 Scope of This Reference Guide ...........................................................1-3 1.1.1 Who Should Use This Reference Guide...............................................1-3 1.1.2 What Equipment is Covered by This Reference Guide ........................1-3 1.1.2.1 The Equipment Models.........................................................................1-3 1.1.2.2 Software Version ..................................................
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Introduction List of Figures Figure 1.1 Front View of a RX1290 Multi-Format Receiver................................... 1-3 Figure 1.2 Typical Satellite Compression System................................................. 1-8 Figure 1.3 What the Satellite Receiver Does......................................................... 1-9 Figure 1.4 Typical Compression System............................................................. 1-10 Figure 1.5 Role of the Decoder ..........................
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Introduction 1.1 Scope of This Reference Guide 1.1.1 Who Should Use This Reference Guide This Reference Guide is written for operators/users of the RX1290 Multi-Format Receiver. It describes the unit’s functions and operation. The Reference Guide is written to assist in the installation and day-to-day care and operation of the unit. Maintenance information requiring the covers to be removed is not included. Warning! Do not remove the covers of this equipment. Hazardous voltages are pre
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Introduction Table 1.2 Hardware Options Marketing Code Price Object Supply Object Description Number Number RX1290/HWO/DVBS2 FAZ 101 0116/3 ROA 128 3800 DVBS2 I/P SAT DEMOD OPTION RX1290/HWO/DVBS2/IF/C FAZ 101 0116/5 ROA 128 3801 DVBS2 I/P SAT DEMOD+CONST O/P RX1290/HWO/IP/PROFEC FAZ 101 0116/8 ROA 128 3802 IP, PRO-MPEG INPUT OPTION RX1290/HWO/G703 FAZ 101 0116/6 ROA 128 3803 G.703 INPUT OPTION CARD RX1290/HWO/IP/GIGE FAZ 101 0116/7 ROA 128 3804 100/1000 BASE-T INPUT OPTION Ta
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Introduction Marketing Code Price Object Supply Object Description Number Number RX1290/SWO/LDELAY FAZ 101 0116/21 FAT 102 0223 LOW LATENCY DECODE MODE (4:2:0 ONLY) RX1290/SWO/HSETHER FAZ 101 0116/19 FAT 102 0224 HIGH SPEED DATA PIPING LICENSE RX1290/SWO/PAA FAZ 101 0116/25 FAT 102 0229 QUAD PHASE ALIGNED MPEG-1 LAYER 2 AUDIO RX1290/SWO/4AUD FAZ 101 0116/9 FAT 102 0221 DIGITAL AUDIO 3&4 LICENSE RX1290/SWO/EBU/3.6.2 FAZ 101 0116/34 FAT 102 0227 RX1290 SW 3.6.2 FOR EBU RX1290/SW
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Introduction - Up to 40 preselected choices can be stored within the unit. • Multiple Inputs (Satellite Receivers): - L-band Satellite Receivers have four inputs. • Video Decoding: - MPEG 4:2:0 mode support. - MPEG 4:2:2 mode support (MPEG-2 Only). • Audio Decoding: - Sampling rate 48 kHz. - All MPEG-1 data rates. - AAC decode. - All Dolby Digital AC-3 data rates, decoded as a Dolby Stereo downmix. - Dolby E pass-through. - Linear uncompressed audio, data rates as defined by SMPT
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Introduction - Front Panel User Interface. 1.2.2 Inputs 1.2.2.1 ASI Input (Decoder) One BNC connector supporting both byte-mode and single packet burst mode. 1.2.2.2 Remote Control An RJ-45 Ethernet connector for connection to a PC or network switch to provide SNMP control. 1.2.2.3 DVB-S / DVB-S2 L-Band Inputs (Satellite Receivers) (Option) Four F-type connectors connect the L-band output of a suitable LNB either directly or via a suitable attenuator giving lightning and surge protec
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Introduction • Four BNC connectors providing unbalanced audio output. 1.2.3.4 Data Output • RS-232 asynchronous low-speed data output carried on a 9-way, D-type, female connector. • RJ-45 high speed data over Ethernet output (option). 1.2.3.5 Alarm Output A 9-way, D-type connector for interfacing to the alarm and failure monitoring within the Multi-Format Receiver. This includes a summary alarm signal that coincides with the general front-panel ALARM LED. There is one relay for fai
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Introduction 1.3.2 Input Connections The Satellite Receiver interfaces directly to Low-Noise Block (LNB) and accepts an intermediate frequency (IF) input in the band 950 - 2150 MHz (L-band) for operation in the specified symbol-rate range (see Annex B, Technical Specification). The unit can provide dc power and polarization switching to the LNB. 1.3.3 What the Satellite Receiver Does The Receiver can be tuned to a specified satellite channel frequency and polarization. The input is do
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Introduction 1.4 The Telco Receiver/Decoder 1.4.1 Typical Decoder System The Decoder is a component of Ericsson’s range of equipment. It is designed for use by broadcasters and distributors of video and audio Services. It can be used as a Transport Stream monitor or to decode signals received over a telecommunications network. Figure 1.4 Typical Compression System 1.4.2 What the Decoder Does The ASI interface is used to present the Transport Stream in the format required by the in
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Introduction Figure 1.5 Role of the Decoder 1.5 Control Modes 1.5.1 Introduction The Multi-Format Receiver is designed for unattended operation. Once set-up, the unit requires no further attention except to ensure the fans are working. There are up to three control modes associated with the Receiver (dependent upon options fitted). The unit remains in the chosen control mode until another mode is requested. Note: Local (Front Panel) Control is the factory default if Director is not i
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Introduction 1.6 Guided Tour 1.6.1 Construction The Multi-Format Receiver is constructed using a screened self-ventilated modular system. All operational inputs and outputs are via rear-panel connectors. The unit may be operated freestanding or mounted in a 19-inch rack. 1.6.2 Front Panel Controls The physical interface for the Front Panel consists of an alphanumeric LCD display, pushbuttons, and status LEDs that are used to set-up and monitor the unit. The general layout is shown i
