Blonder tongue AQD Series User manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
One Jake Brown Road
Old Bridge, NJ 08857-1000 USA
www.blondertongue.com
MADE IN USA
651217100G
AQD Series
ATSC/QAM Demodulator
AQD 6245 ATSC/QAM Demodulator Module
AQD PLUS ASI 6244-10 ATSC/QAM Demodulator PLUS Module with Dual ASI outputs
AQD-PCM 6246 ATSC/QAM Demodulator - Power and Control Module
QTRC 6233 AQD/QAM Transcoder Rack Chassis
Accessories
AQD-SPS 6253 AQD Standby Power Supply Unit
Assemblies
A = “1” for QT-PCM; “2” for AQD-PCM; and “3” for AQT-PCM
Status Date Document No. Issue No. Author
August 27, 2009 651217100G 7 AB
Obsolete July 12, 2009 6 AB
Obsolete May 7, 2009 651217100E 5 AB
Obsolete October 7, 2008 651217100D 4
2AQD Series
Blonder Tongue Laboratories, Inc.
One Jake Brown Road
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
651217100G
Printed in the United States of America.
acknowledged to be the proprietary property of the registered owners.
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Table of Contents
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2.1 REVISION HISTORY & REASON ...................................................................................................................................... 7
2.2 PRODUCT SERIES APPLICATION & DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................................... 7
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3.1 UNPACKING.................................................................................................................................................................. 10
3.2 INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................................................... 10
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4.1 GENERAL ...................................................................................................................................................................... 12
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4.3 LOOP SEQUENCE.......................................................................................................................................................... 14
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6.1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION............................................................................................................................................... 21
6.2 INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................................................... 21
6.3 OPERATION .................................................................................................................................................................. 22
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➥ Unplug the unit from the AC power outlet before cleaning. Use only a damp cloth for cleaning the exterior of the unit.
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➥ Do not operate the unit in high-humidity areas, or expose it to water or moisture.
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➥ Operate the unit using only the type of power source indicated on the marking label. Unplug the unit power cord by gripping the plug, not the cord.
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plug into the outlet, contact an electrician to replace the outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the ground-type plug.
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❏ The power supply cord or plug is damaged;
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❏ The unit has been exposed to rain or water;
❏ The unit has been dropped or the chassis has been damaged;
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(b) to reformat the document for added clarity on some of the procedures.
AQD
the same content.
AQD, AQD PLUS, and AQD PLUS ASI modules.
QTRC
PLUS ASI modules.
AQD RCS
651214100 series.
AQD Series
ASI MONITOR
ASI (ONLY AVAILABLE ON THE AQD PLUS ASI MODEL)
the primary ASI output
the power supply and control module that can support up to eight AQD modules
the 19”-wide, 3RU-high rack chassis
the LCD has 2 lines, each capable of displaying 16 characters. The key-pad has 5 push-down
the IEC power socket and fuse holder (4 amp, 250 VDC, Slo Blo)
RS232 serial data interfaces to daisy chain AQD units for remote monitoring and control when applicable
AQD Series
OutputInput
Alarms/Monitoring/Control
General
Indicators
AQD Module:
AQD-RCS Module:
Lock (Green LED)
Link/Transmit/Receive (3 x Green LEDs)
Local Monitoring:
Local Control:
Front-panel 16-character, 2-line LCD screen
Front-panel Navigational Key-pad
Remote Monitoring/Control: GUI-based menu via Web browser
(Available if the optional AQD-RCS module is installed)
Dimensions (W x D x H)
AQD/AQD-RCS Module:
AQD-PCM Module:
QTRC Chassis:
1.5 x 11.31 x 5.25 inches (38 x 287 x 133 mm)
4.5 x 10.625 x 5.25 inches (114 x 270 x 133 mm)
19 x 12.0 x 5.25 inches (483 x 305 x 133 mm)
Power: 110 VAC/60 Hz (Fuse:1 A, 250 VDC, SloBlo)
Power Dissipation: 10 W (per AQD module)
Weight
AQD/AQD-RCS Module:
Fully Loaded Chassis:
1.5 lbs (0.68 kg)
24 lbs (10.9 kg)
Operating Temperature: 32 to 122 °F (0 to 50 °C)
Storage Temperature: -13 to 158 °F (-25 to 70 °C)
Operating Humidity: 0 to 95% RH @ 35 °C max, non-condensation
Storage Humidity: 0 to 95% RH @ 35 °C max, non-condensation
Connector: “F” Female
Standards
8VSB:
QAM:
ATSC Digital Television Standard A/53E
ITU-T J.83 (64 and 256 QAM)
8VSB Mode
Tuning Range:
Symbol Rate:
Bandwidth:
UHF (NTSC Ch. 14-78), VHF (NTSC Ch. 2-13)
10.762 Msymbols/sec
6 MHz
QAM Mode
Tuning Range:
Symbol Rate:
Bandwidth:
CATV (NTSC Ch. 2-135)
5.3606 Msymbols/sec (QAM 256);
5.057 Msymbols/sec (QAM 64) – Auto Detect
6 MHz
8VSB Power Level:
QAM Power Level:
Impedance:
-20 to +20 dBmV
-20 to +20 dBmV
75 Ω
Connector
Video:
Audio:
“F” Female
RCA; Left & Right
NTSC Composite Video
Level:
Flatness:
Video to Noise Ratio:
Differential Gain:
Differential Phase:
Format:
Aspect Ratio:
Closed Captioning:
1 Volt Peak-to-Peak
1.0 dB p/v (30 Hz to 4.2 MHz)
70 dB
± 1.0%
± 1.0 degree
480i
Center Cut, Letterbox, Full, Zoom 1, Zoom 2
EIA-608
L/R Analog Audio
Level:
Frequency Response:
Modes:
1.0 to 1.2 Volt Peak-to-Peak (at -20 dBFs input)
2.0 dB p/v (30 Hz to 20 KHz)
Stereo, Mono, SAP
ASI Output
(AQD PLUS ASI ONLY)
Standard:
No. of Streams:
Data Bit Rate:
Transport Stream Rate:
Output Impedance:
DVB-ASI; 50083-9
Two identical streams
270 Mbps
160 Mbps (Max)
75 Ω
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connector adapter cable.
AQD PCM module is shipped with (i) one (1) power cord with IEC C13 line socket and 3-pin Type B NEMA 5 plug, (ii) one (1)
cable wire bracket, and (iii) two (2) 50 pin-to-12-pin power/data cable assemblies.
The AQD/AQD PLUS/AQD PLUS ASI module is designed to be installed in QTRC (QT Rack Chassis) in a standard 19-inch (483 mm)
rack (EIA 310-D, IEC 60297, and DIN 41494 SC48D).
QTRC to reduce heat build-up in the rack which helps to extend the product’s life span.
1. Slide the AQD-PCM module in the QTRC chassis in the three slots on the right of the chassis (when facing the chassis).
2. Tighten the front and rear retaining screw to secure the module in place.
3. Install any AQD/AQD PLUS/AQD PLUS ASI modules in the QTRC chassis in the same manner.
6. Connect the power/data cables to the AQD-PCM module’s rear-panel 50-pin female connectors labeled “MOD
power/data connectors are not secured properly.
7. Slightly loosen the rear-panel retaining screw on AQD-PCM module and AQD module #8 (nearest to AQD-PCM).
8. Connect the 12-pin end of the power/data cables, each labeled “1” to “8”, to each ADQ module’s rear-panel connector
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If applicable, connect the 12-pin power cable from the standby power unit to AQD-PCM module’s rear-panel 12-pin connector
The AQD/AQD PLUS/AQD PLUS ASI module is hot-swappable. To replace a module without powering down any other
1. Disconnect the 12-pin power/data cable from the module.
2. Disconnect the input and output cables.
module from the chassis.
5. Reconnect all input and output cables.
6. Reconnect the 12-pin power/data cable to the module from the AQD-PCM.
#1 IS
PRESENT
AQD-PCM
ADDRESS
00004455
PRIMARY
POWER
#2 NOT
PRESENT
#3 IS
PRESENT
#4 IS
PRESENT
#5 IS
PRESENT
AQD IS
READY
#6 IS
PRESENT
#7 IS
PRESENT
#8 IS
PRESENT
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t(L) in this document
u(R) in this document
p(UP) in this document
q(DN) in this document
ENTER in this document
The t(L), u(R)
The p(UP), q(DN)
The ENTER
Using the p(UP), q(DN)
on the LDC screen for each AQD module.
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#1 DEMOD MODE
8VSDB
#1 CHANNEL PLAN
BROADCAST
#1 SCAN MENU
EXIT
#1 TUNE CHANNEL
02-1 WCBS-HD
pq
pq
pq
STANDARD CATV
HRC
IRC
BROADCAST
QAM B
8VSB
YES
ALL MODULES
STATUS
STOP SCAN
EXIT
Press UP to access all
Major & Minor Channels
Press DN to Skip to
Major Channels only
DISPLAYS
AVAILABLE
CHANNELS
FROM
SCAN
#1 AUDIO MODE
STEREO
#1 CC:EIA-608
ENABLE
#1 AQD LOCK 16:9
UHF:44=653 MHz
#1 PICTURE SHAPE
ZOOM1 16:9
#1 OUTPUT AUDIO
99% STEREO
pq
pq
pq
pq
MONO
STEREO
DISABLE
ENABLE
LETTER BOX
FULL
ZOOM1
SMART ZOOM1
DELOT
RANGE IS 0 to 100%
0% Mutes Audio
#1 AQD PWR RESET
EXIT
#1 MODULE
VER X PROD 4 6.3 ms
AQD-PCM ADDRESS
00004159
AQD-PCM
FIRMWARE XV:X 2.12
3.3VIN
3.5V
pq
pq
pq
pq
YES
ALL MODULES
EXIT
DISPLAY ONLY
DISPLAY ONLY
DISPLAY ONLY
DISPLAY ONLY
RANGE IS 3.1 TO 3.6
POWER STATUS
PRIMARY
# AFD MENU
6VIN
6.2V
10VIN
9.5V
29VIN
=28.5V
pq
pq
pq
pq
PRIMARY
STANDBY
NEED AQD PLUS
DISPLAY ONLY
RANGE IS 5.5 TO 6.5
DISPLAY ONLY
RANGE IS 9.4 TO 10.8
DISPLAY ONLY
RANGE IS 26.0 TO 31.5
DISPLAY ONLY
ZOOM1
PRIMARY
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Excellent Greater than 30 dB Greater than 38 dB Greater than 38 dB
Good 25 to 30 dB 30 to 38 dB 35 to 38 dB
Marginal 18 to 25 dB 23 to 30 dB 30 to 35 dB
Below 18 dB Below 23 dB Below 30 dB
#1 AQD LOCK
SNR = 38.50 dB
#4 AQD LOCK
SNR = 27.50 dB
#2 AQD LOCK
SNR = 32.50 dB
#5 AQD LOCK
SNR = 32.00 dB
#6 AQD NOT LOCK
NO SIGNAL
#8 AQD LOCK
√SNR = 25.50 dB
#3 AQD NOT
PRESENT
#7 AQD NOT
PRESENT
MODULE 1 MODULE 2 MODULE 3 MODULE 4 MODULE 5 MODULE 6 MODULE 7 MODULE 8
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change them.
The factory default is 8VSB.
(1) Use the p(UP) or q(DN)
(2) Press and hold for three seconds the ENTER
a new parameter. Use the p(UP) or q(DN)
(3) Press the ENTER
The factory default is Broadcast.
(1) Use the p(UP) or q(DN)
(2) Press and hold for three seconds the ENTER
a new parameter. Use the p(UP) or q(DN)
(3) Press the ENTER
MODE CHANGED
PLEASE RE-SCAN
ENTRY
ACCEPTED
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STATUS displays the channels found during the scan process.
STOP SCAN allows you to stop an on-going scan.
(1) Use the p(UP) or q(DN)
(2) Press and hold for three seconds the ENTER
new parameter. Use the p(UP) or q(DN)
(3) Press the ENTER
(1) Use the p(UP) or q(DN)
(2) Press and hold for three seconds the ENTER
new parameter.
(3) Use the p(UP)
corresponding Sub-channels are displayed.
(4) Press the ENTER
ENTRY
ACCEPTED
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PICTURE SHAPE
WARNING 4:3
of the TV screen.
no black bars on the screen.
(1) Use the p(UP) or q(DN
(2) Press and hold for three seconds the ENTER
new parameter. Use the p(UP) or q
(3) Press the ENTER
ENTRY
ACCEPTED
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The range is from 0 to 100%.
(1) Use the p(UP) or q(DN
(2) Press and hold for three seconds the ENTER
can enter a percentage. Use the p(UP) or q(DN
(3) Use the u(R)
Then use the p(UP) or q(DN
(5) Once all the digits of the desired percentage are entered, press the ENTER
(1) Use the p(UP) or q(DN
(2) Press and hold for three seconds the ENTER
new parameter. Use the p(UP) or q(DN
(3) Press the ENTER
(1) Use the p(UP) or q(DN
(2) Press and hold for three seconds the ENTER
new parameter. Use the p(UP) or q(DN
(3) Press the ENTER
ENTRY
ACCEPTED
ENTRY
ACCEPTED
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This is to power-cycle one or all the AQD modules.
(1) Use the p(UP) or q(DN
(2) Press and hold for three seconds the ENTER
new parameter. Use the p(UP) or q(DN
(3) Press the ENTER
ENTRY
ACCEPTED
VER PROD 6.3ms
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The PRIMARY selects the power source to be from the AQD-PCM module.
The Standby selects the power source to be, if applicable, from the AQD SPS module.
(1) Use the p(UP) or q(DN)
(2) Press and hold for three seconds the ENTER
new parameter. Use the p(UP) or q(DN)
(3) Press the ENTER
ENTRY
ACCEPTED
or not present in the broadcast stream.
not present in the broadcast stream.
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