Algolith Dual SD/HD Video Delay VLD-1002-MD User manual

VLD-1002-MD
Guide to installation and operation
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Overview.4
Main Features.4
The Algogear Series.5
Static Discharge.6
Board Installation.6
Power Consumption.8
Front Module.8
Rear Input / Output Module Labels.9
Output Channels.10
Controls.11
Product Status Area.11
Basic Tree View.11
The Dashboard Software Interface.11
The Basic Tree View Window.12
The Product Status Area.12
The Card Info Window.12
The Card Status Window.12
The Card License Window.13
Control.13
Login to administrator level.14
Adjusting Parameters.14
The Administrator Level.14
Recall & apply settings.15
Save settings.15
The Card Setup Window.15
Selecting the Reference.16
Video Setup Window.18
The Alarm Setup Window.21
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Guide to installation and operation
VLD-1002-MD

VLD-1002-MD
Guide to installation and operation
The Algogear VLD-1002-MD Video Delay is designed for delay applications
in both standard and high-definition SDI environments on up to 2 channels.
It supports all popular standard-definition and high-definition video formats
including 480i59.94, 576150, 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080i50,
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Main Features

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The Algogear Series

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Static Discharge
A Whenever handling the VLD-1002-MD and other related equipment, please
observe all static discharge precautions as described in the following
note:
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 fiber clothing. Always
exercise proper grounding precautions when working on circuit boards
and related equipment.
Board Installation
Use the following procedure to install the VLD-1002-MD in an openGear
(DFR-8310-N) distribution frame with cooling fans:
A Due to power consumption and heat dissipation requirements, the VLD-
1002-MD must only be installed in a frame with the cooling fan option
installed.
1. Refer to the User Manual of the openGear 8300 series frame
to ensure that the frame is properly installed according to
instructions.
A 2. A maximum of 8 VLD-1002-MD or other Algogear cards can be
installed in the DFR-8310 series frame.
Do not populate the openGear frame with more than 8 Algogear
cards. Attempting to do so may damage the cards, the frame
3. After selecting the desired frame and installation slot, hold the
VLD-1002-MD card by the edges and carefully align the card
edges with the slots in the frame. Then fully insert the card into
the frame until the rear connection plugs are properly seated
on the midplane and rear modules.

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The VLD-1002-MD card requires a BNC rear output module. Depending on the
frame model you purchased, your frame may be equipped with a fixed 100
BNC rear panel.
Your frame model may have a modular rear panel, to accommodate different
types of cards. You will then need to purchase and install a 10 BNC single rear
module for each VLD-1002-MD card in your openGear frame.

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Power Consumption

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Output Channels
The VLD-1002-MD has 2 HD/SD-SDI inputs and 4 HD/SD-SDI outputs. Each
channel in the Dashboard user interface corresponds to the matching
input number. The label on the card's BNC rear output module, at the back
of the openGear frame, identifies the inputs and outputs.
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The Product Stat
The product status area of the Dashboard interface displays the selected
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The Card License Window
In order to be able to repurpose your Algogear card, a license must be
available within the card for the Algogear product you want to switch to.
The Card License Window displays the Algogear product that were
available at the time of your purchase, and for which you have a license.
For more information on how to repurpose your Algogear card, see the
-How to Repurpose your Algogear Card » section, on page 22.
Control
The user can control the VLD-1002-MD’s various parameters in the
Card Setup, Video Setup and Alarm Setup windows.
The following section describes how to adjust these parameters.

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The Card Setup Window
The Card Setup window allows the configuration of parameters affecting
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Video Setup Window
The Video Setup window allows the configuration of video parameters
affecting the individual channels of the card.

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Video Delay - Apply
In order for your settings to be applied, you must check the Video Delay
- Apply check box. The video delay is not automatically applied to your
input video while you are changing the values in the seconds and frames
fields of the dialog box.