AJA OG-FiDO-12G Series Operating instructions

OG-FiDO-12G-Series
openGear Card
Version 3.2.1
Published April 14, 2022
Installation and Operation Guide

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Notices
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Contents
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Contacting AJA Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Chapter 1 – OG-FiDO-12G-Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Card Series Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Block Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Signal Indicators in the DashBoard Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
User Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
DashBoard Control System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
openGear and AJA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Parts Supplied . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Rear OG-FiDO-12G-Series Card Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Front OG-FiDO-12G-Series Card Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Chapter 2 – Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Using the DashBoard Control System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Conguration Settings Stored in OG Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Control Interface Basic Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Basic Tree View of Frames and Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Card Information and Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Parameter Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Card Tab Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Signal Status Tab Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
SFP Tab Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Setup Tab Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Uploading New Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
To Upload New Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Rebooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
To Reboot the OG-FiDO-12G-Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Appendix A – Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
OG-FiDO-TR-12G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
OG-FiDO-T-12G-ST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
OG-FiDO-R-12G-ST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
OG-FiDO-2T-12G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
OG-FiDO-2R-12G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Appendix B – Safety and Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Warranty and Liability Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Limited Warranty on Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Limitation of Liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Governing Law and Language; Your Rights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

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Chapter 1 – OG-FiDO-12G-Series
Card Series Overview
The OG-FiDO-12G-Series cards are state-of-the-art, openGear-compatible,
12G-SDI to/from Fiber converter cards, enabling SDI signals to be extended up to
10km over standard Single-Mode fiber optic cable.
Five AJA cards are available in the OG-FiDO-12G-Series:
• OG-FiDO-TR-12G, 1-Channel 12G-SDI/LC Single-Mode LC Fiber Transceiver
• OG-FiDO-T-12G-ST, 1-Channel 12G-SDI to Single-Mode ST Fiber Transmitter
• OG-FiDO-R-12G-ST, 1-Channel Single-Mode ST Fiber to 12G-SDI Receiver
• OG-FiDO-2T-12G, 2-Channel 12G-SDI to Single-Mode LC Fiber Transmitter
• OG-FiDO-2R-12G, 2-Channel Single-Mode LC Fiber to 12G-SDI Receiver
The inputs are re-clocked with best-in-class input jitter tolerance. The two
channel cards (including the Transceiver card) have completely independent
paths, allowing different SDI rates to be carried on each channel.
The fiber SFP cage is attached to the main card for added reliability and for the
best signal integrity.
NOTE: In order to allow direct fiber connection to the card, and avoid problematic
optical couplers, AJA FiDO openGear cards have the SFP cage attached to the
front card. This means that the card cannot be removed from the frame with the
SFP module, cables, and/or BNC retaining nuts installed.

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Features
• Video Formats: 270 Mbps - 12 Gbps, format agnostic
• OG-FiDO-TR-12G
• Inputs: 1x 12G-SDI BNC; 1x Single-Mode LC Fiber Connectors
• Outputs: 1x 12G-SDI BNC; 1x Single-Mode LC Fiber Connectors
• OG-FiDO-T-12G-ST
• Inputs: 1x 12G-SDI BNC with SDI Loop out
• Outputs: 1x 12G-SDI BNC; 1x Single-Mode ST Connectors
• OG-FiDO-R-12G-ST
• Inputs: 1x Single-Mode ST Fiber Connectors
• Outputs: 1x 12G-SDI BNC with SDI Loop out
• OG-FiDO-2T-12G
• Inputs: 2x Independent 12G-SDI Inputs, BNC connectors
• Outputs: 2x Independent Single-Mode LC Fiber Connectors
• OG-FiDO-2R-12G
• Inputs: 2x Independent Single-Mode LC Fiber Connectors
• Outputs: 2x Independent 12G-SDI, BNC connectors
• LC Fiber connectors (for models -TR-12G, -2T-12G, -2R-12G)
• ST Fiber connectors (for models -T-12G-ST, -R-12G-ST)
• Input Present and Input SMPTE Lock LEDs
• Automatic detection and re-clocking of 270Mb, 1.5Gb, 3Gb, 6Gb and 12Gb SDI
data rates
• All SDI or ber inputs are re-clocked, and SDI inputs are also cable equalized
• All outputs are DVB-ASI compatible
• Nominal Wavelength; Tx: 1310 nm (typ), Rx :1260-1620 nm (model -TR-12G)
• Nominal Wavelength; Tx: 1310 nm (typ) (models -T-12G-ST, -2T-12G)
• Nominal Wavelength; Rx :1260-1620 nm (models -R-12G-ST, -2R-12G)
• Power: 3 watts Max
• Hot-swappable
• Remote Ethernet Monitoring and Firmware Updating through Ross DashBoard
software
• Appropriate Fiber SFP included
• Rear I/O card included
• Two slots required for each card
• Compatible with OG-X-FR, OG-3-FR, and DFR-8321 openGear frames
• Five year warranty

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Connectors
Figure 1. Rear View of Empty Rear Card and Installed Dual Channel FiDO Cards
Output
BNC 1
(J1)
Input
Fiber 1
Input
Fiber 2
Output
BNC 2
(J2)
OG-FiDO-2R-12G
Card Installed
Input
BNC 1
(J1)
Output
Fiber 2
Output
Fiber 1
Input
BNC 2
(J2)
OG-FiDO-2T-12G
Card Installed
Output
BNC
(J1)
Input
Fiber
Output
Fiber
Input
BNC
(J2)
OG-FiDO-TR-12G
Card Installed
OG-FiDO-12G
Rear Card
Seating tab to be inserted into frame seating slot.
NOTE: On the OG-FiDO-2T-12G card, Output Fiber 2 is located above Output Fiber 1.
Figure 2. Rear View of Empty Rear Card and Installed Single Channel FiDO
Cards
Output
BNC 1
(J1)
Input
Fiber
Output
BNC 2
(J2)
All outputs
are non-
inverting
and
DVB-ASI
compatible
OG-FiDO-R-12G-ST
Card Installed
Input
BNC
(J1)
Output
Fiber
Output
Loop
BNC
(J2)
OG-FiDO-T-12G-ST
Card Installed
OG-FiDO-12G
Rear Card
Seating tab to be inserted into frame seating slot.
LED Indicators
LEDs on the front (near door) of each card indicate, from top to bottom:
OG-FiDO-2T and -2R Cards
Power LED
The Power LED indicates the state of the card as displayed in DashBoard. When
power is present, it can be green, yellow or red.
• Green: no DashBoard card state alarm is present.
• Yellow: a yellow DashBoard card state alarm is present. See DashBoard for
more information.
• Red: a red DashBoard card state alarm is present. See DashBoard for more
information.
Pres LED
• Ch 1 signal present (green)
• Ch 2 signal present (green)

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Lock LED
The RGB Lock LEDs adjacent to each SDI channel label indicate by color the
detected signal data rate:
• O: no signal
• Green: SD
• Red: HD
• Amber: 3G
• Purple: 6G
• Blue: 12G
OG-FiDO-TR Cards
Power LED
The Power LED indicates the state of the card as displayed in DashBoard. When
power is present, it can be green, yellow or red.
• Green: no DashBoard card state alarm is present.
• Yellow: a yellow DashBoard card state alarm is present. See DashBoard for
more information.
• Red: a red DashBoard card state alarm is present. See DashBoard for more
information.
Pres LED
• Ch 1 (receive) signal present (green)
• Ch 2 (transmit) signal present (green)
Lock LED
The RGB Lock LEDs adjacent to each SDI channel label indicate by color the
detected signal data rate:
• O: no signal
• Green: SD
• Red: HD
• Amber: 3G
• Purple: 6G
• Blue: 12G
OG-FiDO-T and -R Cards
Power LED
The Power LED indicates the state of the card as displayed in DashBoard. When
power is present, it can be green, yellow or red.
• Green: no DashBoard card state alarm is present.
• Yellow: a yellow DashBoard card state alarm is present. See DashBoard for
more information.
• Red: a red DashBoard card state alarm is present. See DashBoard for more
information.
Pres LED
• Ch 1 signal present (green)

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Lock LED
The RGB Lock LED adjacent to the SDI channel label indicates by color the
detected signal data rate:
• O: no signal
• Green: SD
• Red: HD
• Amber: 3G
• Purple: 6G
• Blue: 12G
Block Diagram
12G-SDI
Non-Inverting
DVB-ASI
Compatible
Second Output
Optical
Fiber
Input
12G-SDI
Output
OG-FiDO-R-12G-ST
Optical
Receiver Reclock
Optical
Fiber
Out
12G-SDI
Input
12G-SDI
Re-clocked
Loop Thru Output
OG-FiDO-T-12G-ST
Equalize &
Reclock Optical
Transmitter
Optical
Fiber
Out
12G-SDI
Input
Optical
Fiber
Input
12G-SDI
Output
OG-FiDO-TR-12G
Optical
Receiver Reclock
Equalize &
Reclock Optical
Transmitter
Optical
Fiber
Input 1
12G-SDI
Output 1
Optical
Fiber
Input 2
12G-SDI
Output 2
OG-FiDO-2R-12G
Optical
Receiver Reclock
Optical
Receiver Reclock
Optical
Fiber
Out 1
12G-SDI
Input 1
Optical
Fiber
Out 2
12G-SDI
Input 2
OG-FiDO-2T-12G
Equalize &
Reclock Optical
Transmitter
Equalize &
Reclock Optical
Transmitter

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Signal Indicators in the DashBoard Control System
Card Alarm State – Yellow
SDI Signal Not Present, Fiber Signal Not Present
When the signal is either not present or is not locked, the DashBoard Control
System shows a yellow Card State alarm: "Signal Status No Signal."
Additionally, under the Signal Status tab for both SDI IN and FIBER IN, the Signal
Status is shown as "No Signal," and the Input Lock is shown as "No Lock."
For 2 channel models, this alarm will be on if either of the inputs is not present.
Figure 3. Signal Status No Signal
NOTE: The description above for one SDI input and one fiber input applies only to the TR
model. The other cards in this series are very similar in their behavior with respect
to signal status indicators.

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Card Alarm State – Yellow
SDI Signal Present, Fiber Signal Not Present
The screen capture below shows an example in which there is an SDI signal
present and locked, but there is no Fiber signal present. In that case, the
DashBoard Control System shows a yellow Card State with the message "Signal
Status No Signal."
Additionally, under the Signal Status tab, the SDI IN Signal Status is shown as
"Signal Present," and the Input Lock is shown as "Locked," while the FIBER IN
Signal Status displays "No Signal," and the Input Lock displays "No Lock."
Figure 4. SDI Input Signal present and locked, Fiber Input Signal not present
NOTE: The description above for one SDI input and one fiber input applies only to the TR
model. The other cards in this series are very similar in their behavior with respect
to signal status indicators.

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Card Alarm State – Green
SDI and Fiber Signals Present
When there is a valid input signal detected for both SDI IN and FIBER IN, the
DashBoard Control System shows a green Card State.
Additionally, under the Signal Status tab for both SDI IN and FIBER IN, the Signal
Status is shown as "Signal Present," and the Input Lock is shown as "Locked." The
detected Data Rate of the SDI and Fiber Signals are also indicated (for example,
"12 Gbps").
Figure 5. Signal is present and locked
NOTE: The description above for one SDI input and one fiber input applies only to the TR
model. The other cards in this series are very similar in their behavior with respect
to signal status indicators.
User Controls
The OG-FiDO-12G-Series cards can be used right out of the box for many
applications, since they are designed to recognize inputs and perform
standard actions automatically. However, you can also remotely monitor the
OG-FiDO-12G-Series through the DashBoard Control System for an openGear
Frame.

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DashBoard Control System
The DashBoard Control System, created by Ross Video, provides a control
interface between Windows, macOS and Linux computers and the cards installed
in an openGear frame. DashBoard operates through TCP/IP communication
and requires an Ethernet connection between the controlling computer and an
openGear frame.
For details about acquiring and using the DashBoard Control System, refer to
"Using the DashBoard Control System" on page 17.
openGear and AJA
openGear is an open-architecture, modular frame system designed by Ross
Video and supported by a diverse range of terminal equipment manufacturers,
including AJA. Ross Video manufactures the frames, power supplies and network
cards for openGear. AJA is a reseller of the openGear frames.
AJA Video is a leading manufacturer of video interface technologies, converters,
digital video recording solutions and professional cameras, bringing high-
quality, cost-effective products to the professional, broadcast and post-
production markets. AJA products, including openGear cards, are designed and
manufactured at our facilities in Grass Valley, California.
Installation
CLASS 1
LASER
PRODUCT
Warning! Active ber-optic cables emit radiation invisible to the human eye. Do
not look directly at the end of an active ber-optic cable or the ber connector
on an OG-FiDO-2T-12G, OG-FiDO-TR-12G, OG-FiDO-T-12G-ST; these models are
Class 1 Laser Products.
Summary
Installing an OG-FiDO-12G card into a DFR-8321, OG3 or OGX openGear frame
consists of the following steps:
1. Install a Rear Fiber Card into the frame.
2. Ensure the SFP module is removed from the Front FiDO Card.
3. Insert the Front FiDO card in the left (odd numbered) slot of the pair.
NOTE: When seating the card, it may be necessary to slightly lift and pull the card's
BNC connectors from the rear of the openGear frame in order to align the card
correctly.
4. Install BNC connector retaining nuts and washers.
5. Insert the SFP module into the card from the rear of the frame.
6. Connect the BNC and Fiber cabling.
ESD Susceptibility - Static discharge can cause serious damage to sensitive
semiconductor devices. Avoid handling circuit boards in high static
environments such as carpeted areas, and when wearing synthetic ber clothing.
Always exercise proper grounding precautions when working on circuit boards
and related equipment.

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Unpacking
Unpack each openGear product you received from the shipping container and
ensure that all items are included. If any items are missing or damaged, contact
your sales representative or AJA directly.
Parts Supplied
Each OG-FiDO-12G card is shipped with:
• OG-FiDO-12G card in an ESD bag
• Fiber Rear Card
• SFP module in ESD bag
• BNC nuts and star washers
Rear OG-FiDO-12G-Series Card Installation
1. Ensure that the frame is properly installed.
2. Locate the card frame slot on the rear of the openGear frame into which you
wish to install the openGear card.
NOTE: An OG-FiDO-12G card occupies two slots in the frame.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the top screw from the desired blank
rear plate and remove the rear plate.
4. Seat the bottom of the Rear Card in the seating slot at the base of the frame
back plane (Figure 6).
Figure 6. Rear Card Inserted Into Frame Seating Slot
5. Align the top screw of the Rear Card with the screw hole on the top edge of
the frame back plane.
6. Ensure the Rear Card aligns with the desired card slot before tightening the
screw.
NOTE: To correctly orient the rear panel, make sure that the AJA logo is facing out.
7. Using a Phillips screwdriver, fasten the Rear Card to the frame back plane.
Do not over tighten.
8. Ensure proper frame cooling and ventilation by having all rear frame slots
covered with rear modules or blank metal plates if plates are not pre-
installed.

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Front OG-FiDO-12G-Series Card Installation
Caution! The SFP module must be removed from an OG-FiDO-12G card before
inserting the card into or removing the card from an openGear frame.
1. If necessary, remove the SFP module from the Front Card by lifting the lever
(also referred to as a "bale") and pulling out the module.
2. If nuts and washers are pre-installed on the BNC connectors, they must be
removed before inserting the card in the frame.
3. Open the openGear frame door as follows:
A. Gently pull the side door tabs towards the center of the door, releasing the
door from the frame.
B. Using both hands, pull the door towards you. The door extender arms
prevent the door from falling.
4. Locate the Rear Card you installed as described above. The interior slot
number is dependent on the slot combinations into which you installed the
Rear Card. This allows adequate spacing to avoid damaging the card, the
cards installed in the neighboring slots, or both.
5. Hold the card by the edges and carefully align the card edges with the rails
inside the frame. The slots are numbered starting from the left-most slot
when facing the fame front.
NOTE: OG-FiDO-12G cards are installed into the left (odd numbered) slot of the pair.
6. Fully insert the card into the frame until the card is properly seated in the
Rear Card. There are two stages to inserting the card:
A. After you feel the card's rst click, its position in the frame will resemble the
photograph below in Figure 7.
B. Next, press against the white plastic tab again until you feel the second
click. The card's position will resemble the photograph below in Figure 8.
NOTE: Some cards require more pressure than others to be fully inserted. Make sure that
the plastic tab at the bottom of the front edge of the card is completely upright. If
it is tilting forward, the card is not yet fully inserted.
Figure 7. The card on the left is already fully inserted. The card on the right is
not yet fully inserted, as indicated by the white plastic tab tilting forward.

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Figure 8. The white plastic tab for the card on the right is now upright. Both
cards are shown fully inserted.
7. Close the frame door as follows:
A. Slide the door into the frame.
B. Pull and release the door tabs to ensure the frame door is securely locked
to the frame.
8. Secure the card in the frame by the BNC connectors using the star washers
and nuts provided (Figure 9).
Figure 9. BNC Star Washer and Nut Installation
9. Insert the SFP ber module into the socket until it clicks and locks. The lever
handle is on the left (Figure 10).
Figure 10. Fiber SFP Installation

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NOTE: The SFP module must match the card’s capabilities for proper operation. Input
and output triangles next to the fiber ports identify which are inputs and which
are outputs (Figure 11).
Figure 11. SFP Modules
10. Close the frame door as follows:
A. Slide the door into the frame.
B. Pull and release the door tabs to ensure the frame door is securely locked
to the frame.
Cabling
Refer to Figure 1 on page 6 and Figure 2 on page 6 to identify the input and
output signal connectors.
NOTE: Keep the protective dust cap in the SFP module until the fiber cabling is actually
connected to the module.

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Chapter 2 – Operation
Using the DashBoard Control System
The DashBoard Control System is available as a free download from the openGear
DashBoard Software Download webpage:
https://www.opengear.tv/frame-and-control/control-system/download/
Ross Video offers comprehensive documentation that covers the extensive
capabilities of the DashBoard Control System:
https://www.rossvideo.com/support/product-documentation/dashboard/
This AJA OG-FiDO-12G-Series manual addresses only those essential aspects of
the DashBoard Control System needed to control the OG-FiDO-12G-Series cards.
Requirements
The DashBoard Control System requires the following components:
• openGear frame with a Frame Controller card
• Ethernet connection between the controlling computer and the openGear
frame
NOTE: The openGear frame ships from AJA with the MFC-8322-S Frame Controller card
for controlling the new AJA DashBoard cards. The openGear frame also supports
the MFC-0G3-N Advanced Networking Frame Controller card, which can be used
to control compatible OG cards.
DashBoard automatically discovers openGear and DashBoard Connect devices,
such as openGear frames and cards that are present and accessible on your
network.
Configuration Settings Stored in OG Card
Configuration settings made through DashBoard are stored in the
OG-FiDO-12G-Series units through subsequent power cycles.
Control Interface Basic Components
The basic components of the DashBoard Control System user interface consist of
the basic tree view of frames and cards, the card information and status panel,
and the parameter controls panel. These elements are shown below.

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Figure 12. Main Sections of the DashBoard User Interface
Parameter
Controls
Card Information
and Status
Basic Tree View of
Frames and Cards
Basic Tree View of Frames and Cards
The basic tree view in the left column shows the frames and cards that are
discoverable by DashBoard on your network.
Card Information and Status
The card information and status panel, shown in the middle panel, display the
basic status of the card currently selected in DashBoard. The yellow fields in this
panel indicate that they are read-only.
Parameter Controls
The parameter controls panel on the right side of DashBoard shows the tabs and
parameters that are configurable for the selected card.

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Card Tab Screen
Figure 13. OG-FiDO-12G-Series Card Tab Screen in DashBoard
The Card tab screen indicates the basic information about the card itself such
as the card name, hardware status, product, supplier, assembly, serial number,
software version and other items.

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Signal Status Tab Screen
Figure 14. OG-FiDO-12G-Series Signal Status Tab Screen in DashBoard
The Signal Status fields report the Signal Status, the Input Lock Status, and the
Data Rate for SDI IN and FIBER IN.
NOTE: The description above for one SDI input and one fiber input applies only to the TR
model. The other cards in this series are very similar in their behavior with respect
to signal status indicators.