Alpermann+Velte RUBIDIUM User manual

Installation & Systems Manual
Version: 4.1
September 26, 2012
RUBIDIUM SERIES
Universal Video Data Processor

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CONTENTS
A1 REVISION HISTORY
A2 COPYRIGHT
A3 WARRANTY
A4 UNPACKING/SHIPPING/REPACKAGING INFORMATION
A5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
A6 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
1INTRODUCING THE RUBIDIUM SERIES 16
1.1 OVERVIEW 16
1.2 CONFIGURATION OF THE MODULES: THE PC CONNECTOR 17
1.3 SYSTEM EXTENSIONS: THE RLC CONNECTOR AND FURTHER INTERFACES
18
1.3.1 The “TC_link” Interface 18
1.3.2 The FAIL Signals: Error Detecting 19
1.3.3 24 VDC 19
1.3.4 Ethernet: The Gate to a Local Area Network 19
1.3.5 Local Serial Interfaces 19
1.4 MODULE AND SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 20
1.4.1 Overview 20
1.4.2 Unique Identification of a Module and a Frame 20
1.4.3 Installation of a Module 21
1.4.4 Update 21
2THE RUBIDIUM FRAMES 22
2.1 RUBIDIUM SERIES 1 22
2.1.1 The “RUB1 S1” and “RUB1 T1” Chassis 22
2.1.2 The “RUB1 H1” Frame 24
2.1.3 The “RUB1 D1” Frame 25
2.1.4 The “RUB1 Q1” Frame 27
2.1.5 Plug-In a Module 29
2.1.6 Remove a Module 30
2.1.7 The Fan Module: Fan, Frame Address, TC_link Termination 31
2.2 RUBIDIUM SERIES 3 32
2.2.1 The “RUB3 H3” Frame 32
2.2.2 Plug-In a Module 33
2.2.3 Remove a Module 34
2.2.4 The RC Module: Fan Control, Frame Address, TC_link Termination 35
2.2.5 Exchange a Fan 35

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3MODULES OF THE SYSTEM 36
3.1 PS: 60 W POWER SUPPLY OF RUBIDIUM SERIES 1 36
3.2 PT: 60 W POWER SUPPLY OF RUBIDIUM SERIES 3 37
3.3 PQ: 60 W POWER SUPPLY WITH OLED DISPLAY 38
3.4 PD: POWER DISTRIBUTION 39
3.5 AT: ANALOGUE VIDEO TIME CODE 40
3.6 AV: ANALOGUE VIDEO 41
3.7 AT/AV STANDARD OPTIONS 42
3.8 AI: ANALOGUE VIDEO FOR SPECIAL APPLICATIONS 43
3.9 DT: DIGITAL VIDEO TIME CODE 44
3.10 DV: DIGITAL VIDEO 45
3.11 DT/DV STANDARD OPTIONS 46
3.12 DI: DIGITAL VIDEO FOR SPECIAL APPLICATIONS 47
3.13 HT: HD/SD VIDEO DATA AND TIME CODE (DISCONT.) 48
3.14 HV: HD/SD VIDEO DATA (DISCONT.) 49
3.15 XT: 3G/HD/SD VIDEO DATA AND TIME CODE 50
3.16 XV: 3G/HD/SD VIDEO DATA 51
3.17 XT/XV STANDARD OPTIONS 52
3.18 XI: DIGITAL VIDEO FOR SPECIAL APPLICATIONS 53
3.19 GT: MASTER TIME CODE GENERATOR 54
3.20 GI: MASTER IRIG-B GENERATOR 55
3.21 GL: LTC(MTD) GENERATOR 56
3.22 GT/GI/GL: STANDARD OPTIONS 57
3.23 GW: MASTER WORD CLOCK GENERATOR 58
3.24 GB: MASTER BLACK BURST GENERATOR 59
3.25 VD: DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER 60
3.26 VI: LTC OR IRIG DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER 61
3.27 VM: CONTINUOUS WAVE DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER 62
3.28 VL: LTC DISTRIBUTION AND CONVERTER MODULE 63
3.29 VT: TELEGRAM DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER 64
3.30 IE: INTERFACE ETHERNET 65
3.31 GPS 10 MHZ: GPS SATELLITE RECEIVER 66
3.32 GLS 10 MHZ: GLONASS/GPS SATELLITE RECEIVER 67
3.33 SL: LTC MONITORING AND CHANGEOVER UNIT 68
3.34 SV: VITC MONITORING AND CHANGEOVER UNIT 69
3.35 SR: REFERENCE MONITORING AND CHANGEOVER UNIT 70
3.36 SI: IRIG MONITORING AND CHANGEOVER UNIT 71
3.37 SW: WORD CLOCK MONITORING AND CHANGEOVER UNIT 72
3.38 SB: ANALOGUE VIDEO MONITORING AND CHANGEOVER 73

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4SOFTWARE TOOLS FOR RUBIDIUM SERIES 74
4.1 THE RUBIDIUM CONFIGURATION PC PROGRAM 74
4.1.1 Overview 74
4.1.2 Installation 74
4.1.3 Connection to RUBIDIUM SERIES Chassis 75
4.1.4 Starting the Program 76
4.1.5 Overview of Tab Functions 77
4.1.6 Store a Set-Up to a File, Load and Update the Set-Up of a Module 78
4.1.7 The “Profile” Tab: Store and Load a Complete Set-Up on the Module 79
4.1.8 The “System” Tab: Module Identification, Reset, SNMP, Fan Control 80
4.2 THE RUBIDIUM SERIES HTTP SERVER 82
4.2.1 Overview, Connecting the IE Module 82
4.2.2 IP Configuration 83
4.2.3 The Rubidium Homepage 84
4.2.4 Browser Requirements 84
4.2.5 Accessing a Configurable Module 85
4.2.6 The “Functions“ Page 86
4.2.7 The “Profile“ Page: Store and Load Set-Ups on the Module or on the PC 87
4.2.8 The “System“ Page: Module Identification, Reset, SNMP, Fan Control 89
4.3 THE STATUS MONITOR 90
4.3.1 Status Monitor by IE Module 90
4.3.2 Status Monitor by PC Program 91
4.3.3 Status of Fans and Power Supplies 92

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A1 Revision History
No. Date Subject
2.0 January 12, 2005 New title and new arrangement of the document: old title “Installation & Operation
Manual” changed to “Installation & Systems Manual”. Modules description will be
found in separate documents.
2.1 January 27, 2005 Extended and revised.
2.2 February 09, 2005 Description of RUBIDIUM SERIES 3.
Description of module GPS 10MHz.
2.3 June 02, 2005 Extended and revised.
3.0 July 28, 2005 New revision of RUB H1 frame.
3.1 November 08, 2005 New modules VI, VM, GI, SI.
3.2 December 23, 2005 S1 frame.
3.3 June 16, 2006 New modules: PQ, VL, HT, HV.
T1 chassis.
Chapter “Software Tools for RUBIDIUM SERIES” revised.
3.4 November 22, 2006 Chapter 2.1.5 (fan module), 4.1.8 and 4.2.6 (system) revised.
3.5 April 16, 2007 - “TC-link” instead of RS485.
- Remove a module: maintain the air flow.
- RUB H1 fan module: revised.
- RUB H3 RC module: new.
3.6 June 25, 2007 Revised.
3.7 November 20, 2007 Revised.
3.8 April 24, 2008 Extended and revised.
3.9 August 26, 2010 Revised.
New modules: GW, SW, GB.
3.A May 20, 2011 RUB H3 PC connector: USB.
4.0 July 06, 2012 D1: revised.
HT/HV: discontinued.
IRIG-B 03: removed.
New: Q1, XT/XV, GLS 10 MHz, SB.
Completely revised.
4.1 September 26, 2012 New chapter: RUBIDIUM SERIES 3 – Exchange a Fan.
New hardware version DT/DV: version 3.
New LTC output gain specifications.

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A2 Copyright
Copyright © Alpermann+Velte Electronic Engineering GmbH 2002. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be
reproduced, translated into another language, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means,
electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written consent of Alpermann+Velte Electronic
Engineering GmbH.
Printed in Germany.
Technical changes are reserved.
All brand and product names mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only, and are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective holders.
Information in this publication replaces all previously published information. Alpermann+Velte Electronic Engineering GmbH
assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the
information contained herein.
For further information please contact your local dealer or:
Alpermann+Velte
Electronic Engineering GmbH
Otto-Hahn-Str. 42
D-42369 Wuppertal
Phone: ++49 - (0)202 – 244 111 0
Fax: ++49 - (0)202 – 244 111 5
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Internet: http://www.alpermann-velte.com

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A3 Warranty
Alpermann+Velte warrants that their products will be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of two years from the date of shipment. If this product proves
defective during the warranty period, Alpermann+Velte, at its option, will repair or replace the
defective product without charge, provided this product are returned to Alpermann+Velte
freight prepaid.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, Customer must notify Alpermann+Velte of the
defect before expiration of the warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the
performance of service. Customer shall be responsible for packaging and shipping the
defective product to Alpermann+Velte, please notice the Shipping Information given below.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by abuse, misuse,
improper use, negligence, accident, modification, alteration, or improper or inadequate
maintenance and care.
This warranty is given by Alpermann+Velte with respect to this product in lieu of any other
warranties, express or implied. Alpermann+Velte and its vendors disclaim any implied
warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Alpermann+Velte’s responsi-
bility to repair or replace defective products is the sole and exclusive remedy provided to the
customer for breach of this warranty. Alpermann+Velte and its vendors will not be liable for
any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages irrespective of whether
Alpermann+Velte or the vendor has advance notice of the possibility of such damages.

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A4 Unpacking/Shipping/Repackaging Information
This product has been carefully inspected, tested and calibrated before shipment to ensure
years of stable and trouble-free service.
The shipping carton and pads provide protection for the product during transit. Retain the
shipping cartons in case subsequent shipment becomes necessary.
Carefully unpack the product from its transit material and carefully check the product for signs
of damage. In the event that the product has been damaged during transit, contact the carrier
and your Alpermann+Velte dealer.
Please confirm that all items listed on the packing list have been received. Check the items
against your original order to ensure that you have received the correct parts. If any item is
missing, please contact your Alpermann+Velte dealer.
Ensure that all packaging material is removed from the product and its associated
components before installing the unit.
Products returned to Alpermann+Velte for servicing or repair should have a tag attached
showing:
Name and complete address of the owner and the name of the person that can be
contacted.
Unit’s serial number and a description of the service required or failure detected.
Products returned should be shipped prepaid in the original packaging material if possible. If
the original packaging is not available or is unfit for use, supply an adequate packaging
which should meet the following criteria:
Packaging must be able to withstand the product weight.
Product must be held rigid within the packaging.
Allow at least two inches of space between the product and the container.
The corners of the product must be protected.
Seal the carton with shipping tape or an industrial stapler.
If the product is still within the warranty period, the product will be returned by prepaid
shipment after servicing.

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A5 Safety Instructions
The general safety information in this part is for both operating and service personnel.
Alpermann+Velte products are only to be used as directed. Specific warnings and cautions will
be found throughout the manual where they apply.
Review the following safety instructions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or
any products connected to it.
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Safety Terms and Symbols
Terms and Symbols in this manual:
WARNING: Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could
result in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION: Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result
in damage to this product or other property.
Terms and Symbols which may be found on the product:
DANGER: High Voltage.
ATTENTION: Refer to the manual.
Protective Ground (Earth) Terminal.
Disconnect the power cord if Power Supply module is removed from the frame.
Off (power entry switch ‘off’).
On (power entry switch ‘on’).
Observe precautions for handling electrostatic-sensitive devices.
Signal Ground.