ATX MDU Solutions DVISf User manual

DVISf - Fiber Optic Digital Video Insertion System for
Verizon FiOS®Networks
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DVISf
Installation & Operation Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SAFETY ............................................................. 1-1
1.1 Laser Safety ..................................................... 1-2
2. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ................................................ 2-1
2.1 In this Chapter ................................................... 2-1
2.2 Model Description................................................. 2-1
2.3 The DVISf Digital Audio/Video Insertion System ......................... 2-2
2.4 Optical Insertion Operation.......................................... 2-2
2.5 Key Features .................................................... 2-2
2.6 Simplied Block Diagram of DVISf Product ............................. 2-3
2.7 Available Hardware ............................................... 2-4
3. INSTALLATION........................................................ 3-1
3.1 In this Chapter ................................................... 3-1
3.2 Recommended Installation Environment ............................... 3-1
3.3 Equipment Safety Grounding.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3.4 Mounting the DVISf Cabinet ......................................... 3-2
3.5 Environment and Power ............................................ 3-4
3.6 Audio & Video Connections ......................................... 3-5
3.7 RF Cable Link.................................................... 3-6
3.8 Ethernet Network ................................................. 3-6
3.9 Installing Modules................................................. 3-6
3.10 Optical Conguration .............................................. 3-7
3.11 Cable Management Bar ........................................... 3-10
4. MANAGEMENT INTERFACE ............................................. 4-1
4.1 In this Chapter ................................................... 4-1
4.2 DVISf Conguration Pages.......................................... 4-2
4.3 Minimum Computer Requirements.................................... 4-2
4.4 Starting the Management Interface ................................... 4-3
4.5 Connecting DVISf Unit to the Management Computer..................... 4-5
4.6 Factory Default IP Address Settings................................... 4-8
4.7 Default Username and Password..................................... 4-8
4.8 Resetting the Username or Password ................................. 4-9
5. ENCODER SETTINGS TAB - CONFIGURATION ............................. 5-1
5.1 In this Chapter ................................................... 5-1
5.2 Encoder Types ................................................... 5-1
5.3 Encoder Settings Tab .............................................. 5-1
5.4 Encoder Page Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
6. MUX TAB - CONFIGURATION ............................................ 6-1
6.1 In this Chapter ................................................... 6-1
6.2 Mux Settings..................................................... 6-1
6.3 Legacy STB Settings .............................................. 6-1
6.4 No Video Slide Enable ............................................. 6-2
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6.5 Install a New Custom Slide.......................................... 6-2
6.6 Mux Page Controls ................................................ 6-3
7. RF OUTPUT TAB - CONFIGURATION ..................................... 7-1
7.1 In this Chapter ................................................... 7-1
7.2 RF Settings...................................................... 7-1
7.3 RF Output Page Controls ........................................... 7-2
8. MAINTENANCE TAB - CONFIGURATION .................................. 8-1
8.1 In this Chapter ................................................... 8-1
8.2 DVISf Information ................................................. 8-1
8.3 DVISf Hardware Status............................................. 8-2
8.4 SNMP Settings ................................................... 8-2
8.5 Maintenance Page Controls ......................................... 8-3
8.6 Network Settings.................................................. 8-3
8.7 Change Username & Password ...................................... 8-4
8.8 Network Controls ................................................. 8-5
9. FIRMWARE UPGRADE & RECOVERY ..................................... 9-1
9.1 In this Chapter ................................................... 9-1
9.2 DVIS Product Update Process ....................................... 9-1
9.3 Types of upgrades available ......................................... 9-1
9.4 Identifying currently installed rmware version........................... 9-2
9.5 Backing up your conguration ....................................... 9-2
9.6 Firmware Upgrade ................................................ 9-3
9.7 Firmware Recovery to Previous Version. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
9.8 Restore a Conguration Backup...................................... 9-8
10. FIELD REPLACEMENT OF MODULES.................................... 10-1
10.1 Field Replacement of CMOS Battery ................................. 10-1
10.2 Field Replacement of Cooling Fans .................................. 10-1
10.3 Field Replacement of Plug-in Cards.................................. 10-2
11. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 11-1
11.1 In this Chapter ...................................................11-1
11.2 Optical Troubleshooting ............................................11-1
11.3 Management Interface Error Codes ...................................11-2
12. SPECIFICATIONS..................................................... 12-1
12.1 DVISf Product Specications ....................................... 12-1
12.2 MPEG Encoder Specications ...................................... 12-2
12.3 Optical Transmitter Specications ................................... 12-3
12.4 Single Port and Quad Port EDFA Specications ........................ 12-4
13. SERVICE & SUPPORT................................................. 13-1
13.1 Contact ATX Networks ............................................ 13-1
13.2 Warranty Information ............................................. 13-1

CHAPTER 1: SAFETY
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SAFETY
1. Safety
WARNING! FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LISTED BELOW MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE
OR PERSONAL INJURY. PLEASE READ AND COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING:
SAFETY GROUND: The connection to earth of the supplementary grounding conductor shall be in compliance with the
appropriate rules for terminating bonding jumpers in Part V of Article 250 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, and
Section 10 of Part I of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, CSA C22.1.
WATER AND MOISTURE: Care should be taken to prevent entry of splashed or dripping water, other liquids, and physical
objects through enclosure openings.
DAMAGE: Do not operate the device if damage to any components is suspected.
POWER SOURCES: Only connect the unit to a power supply of the type and capacity specied in the operating instructions
or as marked on the device.
NOTE: (a) For 120 VAC operation, use the power cord supplied for operation from a 120 VAC source.
(b) For 230 VAC operation, use the power cord supplied for operation from a 230 VAC source.
GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: Electrical grounding and polarization means must not be defeated.
PROVISION OF POWER SOCKET. The power socket or receptacle shall be installed near the equipment and be readily
accessible to connect the equipment without the use of an extension cord.
POWER SUPPLY CORD PROTECTION: Care must be taken during installation to route or arrange the power supply cord to
prevent and avoid the possibility of damage to the cord by external objects. Pay particular attention to the exit point from the
device and plug.
POWER SUPPLY CORD ROUTING: The power supply cord shall not be attached to the building surface, nor run through
walls, ceilings, oors and similar openings in the building structure.
FUSING: This device is equipped with a fuse; replace the fuse only with the same type. Refer to replacement text on the unit
for correct fuse type.
NOTE: (a) Replace fuse in units operating on 120 VAC supply by fuse rated 3.0 A, 250 V, slow blow.
(b) Replace fuse in units operating on 230 VAC supply by fuse rated 1.5 A, 250 V, slow blow.
CAUTION: For continued protection against the risk of re, replace only with the same type and rating of fuse.
POWER SUPPLY REMOVAL: Disconnect power (AC or DC) from the equipment before removing it for replacement or
service. This is accomplished by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet.
BATTERY REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT: Replace the battery with Panasonic Part No. CR2032 or exact replacement
only.
CAUTION: Use of a different battery type may present a risk of re or explosion.
SERVICE: Do not attempt to service the device beyond procedures provided the operating instructions. All other servicing
should be referred to qualied service personnel.
MODIFICATIONS: Modications should not be made to the device or any of its components for applications other than those
specied in the operating instructions.
SAFETY CODES AND REGULATIONS: The device should be installed and operated in compliance with all applicable local
safety by-laws, codes and regulations.

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1.1 Laser Safety
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE: EDFAs emit invisible laser radiation that may cause permanent eye damage. Avoid direct
exposure to the laser output. The output power of light with wavelengths in the infrared range may exceed +19 dBm (100 mW).
OPERATE EDFA WITH CONNECTOR INSTALLED: Operate the EDFA only with an optical ber connector installed in the
optical connector. EDFA output should never be activated without an attached ber. This will ensure that all light is conned
within the ber waveguide, virtually eliminating all risk of eye damage.
CONNECT FIBER TO DEACTIVATED EDFA: ALWAYS connect a ber to the output of the EDFA before the EDFA output is
activated.
DEACTIVATE EDFA OUTPUT TO CONNECT FIBER: EDFA output should be turned off whenever the optical connector cover
is opened and there is no installed ber.
NEVER LOOK INTO OUTPUT PORT: DO NOT look directly into the output port of the EDFA or transmitter to avoid damaging
your eyes. Fiber optic laser transmitter outputs at 1550 nm are totally invisible to the unaided eye and will cause permanent
damage. NEVER look into the output connector of the transmitter or EDFA or a ber connected to a transmitter or EDFA.
NEVER LOOK INTO FIBER END: NEVER look at the end of the ber to see if light is coming out. Fiber optic laser transmitter
outputs at 1550 nm are totally invisible to the unaided eye and will cause permanent damage. NEVER look into or use any
optical instrument to view the end of a ber that may be connected directly or via an optical splitter, to a transmitter or EDFA
that may be operating at any distance from the viewing end. Use extreme care with magnifying glasses, microscopes, etc.
USE POWER METER TO VERIFY OUTPUT: ALWAYS use an instrument such as an optical power meter to verify light output.
NEVER CLEAN CONNECTORS WITH ACTIVE LASER OUTPUT: NEVER clean an optical connector with optical power
present.
READ PRODUCT DATA SHEET: ALWAYS read the product data sheet and the laser safety label before powering or operating
the product.
USE APPROPRIATE EYE PROTECTION: Note the operation wavelength, optical output power and safety classications.
If safety goggles or other eye protection are used, be certain that the protection is effective at the wavelength emitted by the
device before applying power.
ATTENTION: PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE
INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE UNIT! ALL OPERATION STEPS SHOULD BE CARRIED
OUT IN THE PRESCRIBED SEQUENCE! USING THE EQUIPMENT IMPROPERLY CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS DANGER FOR PERSONS OR DAMAGE THE DEVICES.

CHAPTER 2: SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
2. System Description
2.1 In this Chapter
• “Model Description”
• “The DVISf Digital Audio/Video Insertion System”
• “Optical Insertion Operation”
• “Key Features”
• “Simplied Block Diagram of DVISf Product”
• “Available Hardware”
In this chapter we introduce the key features of the ATX Networks Digital Video/Audio Insertion System (DVISf) and describe
some attributes that make the DVISf device a powerful addition to the Verizon PON architecture.
2.2 Model Description
DVISf
The DVISf device contains up to 10 channels of MPEG2 encoding, integrated Optical transmitter and up to EDFAs. This
model is used in applications where up to 10 channels of in-house video are required in commercial sites such as stadiums,
hospitals and other health care facilities where in-house educational channels are implemented. The integrated optical ITU
Grid transmitter and associated EDFAs simplies the distribution of the inserted programs into the Verizon PON Network.

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2.3 The DVISf Digital Audio/Video Insertion System
The DVISf device is a network-edge local content insertion device for digital video networks where distribution and insertion is
optical. It encodes local baseband analog content into a digital format for use in a property provisioned with digital only TVs,
STBs or DTAs and a cable system with PON architecture where analog spectrum is not available.
Target applications include:
• Security or surveillance camera feeds (MDUs, retirement homes)
• Text/character generator or local information channel (hotels, conference centers, gated communities)
• Distribution of ‘in-house’ or private channels throughout a cable system plant or property (e.g., sports stadiums,
network studios)
All deployments of digital signals in a modern cable TV system are presented with challenges which did not exist in the
former analog deployments. Specic challenges are faced when MDUs and institutions within the cable plant require locally
inserted content which must be received by the installed base of cable TV set top boxes (STB). The DVISf unit can be used in
these properties to encode local analog video cameras, message boards, instructional and advertising channels into MPEG2
streams and insert the content into a blank EIA channel or perform digital drop and insert into pre-existing QAM carriers. The
exible architecture of the DVISf product makes it an ideal candidate for any number of programs that an MDU or similar
property is likely to require.
2.4 Optical Insertion Operation
The DVISf product supports installation into a PON topology. The equipment contains an integrated optical transmitter and up
to four EDFAs. The unit may be used to insert a single QAM channel into an optical network where the RF spectrum of the
target insertion channel has been left unoccupied. Optical channels from the broadcast transmitter and the DVISf narrow-cast
transmitter are combined using passive optical splitters. When the 1550 nm ITU band is received at the PON the DVISf QAM
channel will be present in an unoccupied EIA channel on the cable system. Availability of optical transmitters with a wide range
of ITU Grid channels allows placing the inserted optical carrier in relation to occupied 1550 nm spectrum.
2.5 Key Features
2.5.1 Flexible MPEG2 Digital Program Insertion
Designed for deployment in PON architectures, the DVISf product is capable of inserting digital programs into an EIA RF
channel where there is no pre-existing carrier on the broadcast Optical Network. The integrated QAM modulator is pre-set to
825 MHz for the Verizon PON Architecture.
2.5.2 Remote Monitoring Via SNMP
The DVISf product fully supports Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) which allows the monitoring of the built in
alarm points by a remote SNMP management console. The available DVISf MIB may be compiled into the remote Management
Console to provide notication of the triggering of any alarm either across a private network or the internet if available. Upon
triggering of a predened alarm, a trap is automatically sent by the unit to a listening SNMP management console.
The traps sent from the DVISf equipment are as follows:
• Internal Temperature beyond Threshold.
• Cooling Fan Failure.
• Video Status Changed (for each of up to 10 channels).
2.5.3 Simplied Mass Deployment and Backup with Conguration Export
The DVISf product allows the operator to export the programmed conguration as a le. The exported le may be used for
backup and archive purposes or to allow fast and easy deployment of multiple DVISf units with similar conguration. The le
may be imported to any number of units requiring similar settings, thus saving the time to manually program each unit before
deployment.
2.5.4 IPv4 Network Address Support
The DVISf unit uses IPv4 IP addressing and maybe congured with any valid IPv4 address to allow access from private
networks or from across the internet. For security against internet intrusion, the device forces assignment of a username and
password which may be changed at any time.

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2.5.5 Powerful Management Interface
Management and conguration of the DVISf equipment is through a built-in web server which presents the conguration pages
in an intuitive tabbed interface. Access to the Management Interface may be congured to allow remotely connecting across
any private network or over the Internet if a connection is made available. For Internet security, a username and password
provides controlled access against unauthorized persons.
2.5.6 MDU Application Secure Enclosure
The DVISf equipment is constructed in a durable and lockable enclosure designed for the typical MDU wall mount installation
environment. Integral cooling fans allow the equipment to be installed and operate in a wide range of uncontrolled environmental
conditions where room cooling is not available. All controls and modules are securely located inside the cabinet.
2.6 Simplied Block Diagram of DVISf Product
2.7 Available Hardware
More information on available hardware options and accessories may be obtained from ATX Networks Customer service.
See “Service & Support” on page 13-1 for contact phone numbers. Please refer to “Specications” on page 12-1 for detailed
information on the DVISf system.
DVISf
VIDEO IN
PLUG-IN ENCODER
CARDS
FAN
#4
POWER
SUPPLY
90-264 VAC
L/R AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
L/R AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
L/R AUDIO IN
ENCODER CARDS
FAN
#1
RESET REBOOT
RJ-45
INTERFACE
L/R AUDIO IN
SLOT 1
SLOT 5
OPTICAL OUT #1
OPTICAL OUT #2
OPTICAL OUT #3
OPTICAL OUT #4
TEST POINT
OPTICAL OUT #1
OPTICAL OUT #2
OPTICAL OUT #3
OPTICAL OUT #4
TEST POINT
MONITOR & CONTROL
1 OR 2 CHANNEL
ENCODER
DV1CE / DV2CE
1 OR 2 CHANNEL
ENCODER
DV1CE / DV2CE
TS MULTIPLEXER QAM MODULATOR
RF-UPCONVERTER
OPTICAL
TRANSMITTER
MODULE
4 PORT EDFA
MODULE
#1
4 PORT EDFA
MODULE
#4
INPUT
VOLTAGE
120 VAC
230 VAC
INPUT
CURRENT
1.8A
0.9A
FREQ 50/60Hz
I.T.E.
E325862
40RH
ON/OFF
1550nm Level 0 dBm -1 dBm -2 dBm -3 dBm -4 dBm -5 dBm -6 dBm -7 dBm -8 dBm -9 dBm
Attenuator 0123456789
For 2xN FDH, use the engineered calculated optical level at the output of the 2xN FDH splitter, as noted on the Engineering Work
Order (EWO), to set attenuator according to table below

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2.7.1 Ordering Information
2.7.2 Available Modules
DV1CE Encoder
DV2CE Encoder DVFTX Transmitter DVF1E EDFA DVF4E EDFA
Part Number Description
DVF*ExO^(1)
Optical A/V Insertion Unit with * Encoders ( * = Number of Encoders, ie. 1, 2, …10) , x Optical Outputs (x = 1-10, 12, 13 or 16)
and ^ Wavelength (^ = ITU 22, 23….46 ), includes 19”/23” Universal Mounting Brackets (1 & 2 Output Versions use DVF1E
EDFA Module(s))
DV1CE(1) Separate 1-channel Encoder Plug-in Card (1 Video + 2 Audio Inputs) for Subsequent Plug-in Installation
DV2CE(1) Separate 2-channel Encoder Plug-in Card (2 Video + 4 Audio Inputs) for Subsequent Plug-in Installation
DVFTX^ Optical Transmitter Module for DVISf Base Unit, four 2.5 dBm Output Ports, ^ ITU Wavelength (^ = 22,23…46), SC/APC
Connectors
DVF1E 1-port EDFA Module with -30 dB Tap Port, SC/APC Connectors; 10-19 dBm
DVF4E 4-port EDFA Module with -24 dB Tap Port, SC/APC Connectors; 10-19 dBm
DVFAN Replacement/Spare Fan for DVISf
DVFPWRSUP Replacement/Spare Power Supply for DVISf
NOTE:
(1) To order PAL/MPEG-1 Layer II Encoding, add letter M to the end of part number.
Part Number Optical
Outputs Tx Module 1 Port EDFA
4 Port
EDFA
EDFA
Modules
Max Number
of ONTs
DVF*E1O^ 1    1 512
DVF*E2O^ 2    2 1024
DVF*E3O^ 3    3 1536
DVF*E4O^ 4    1 2048
DVF*E5O^ 5    2 2560
DVF*E6O^ 6    3 3072
DVF*E7O^ 7    4 3584
DVF*E8O^ 8    2 4096
DVF*E9O^ 9    3 4608
DVF*E10O^ 10    4 5120
DVF*E12O^ 12    3 6144
DVF*E13O^ 13    4 6656
DVF*E16O^ 16    4 8192
NOTES:
* = Number of Encoders (1,2…10)
^ = Wavelength (ITU 22,23…46)