Cobalt Digital Inc WAVE 64 User manual

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Product Manual
Cobalt Digital Inc.
WAVE 64
WAVE 64
WAVE RTR-64x64 Router

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Congratulations on choosing the Cobalt® WAVE RTR-64x64 Router. The WAVE 64 is part of a full line of
modular processing and conversion gear for broadcast TV environments. The Cobalt Digital Inc. line includes
video decoders and encoders, audio embedders and de-embedders, distribution amplifiers, format converters,
remote control systems and much more.
Should you have questions pertaining to the installation or operation of your
WAVE 64, please contact us at the contact information on the front cover.
Manual No.: WAVE 64-OM
Document Version: V1.1
Release Date: November 29, 2023
Applicable for
Firmware Version
(or greater):
1.010 or greater
Description of
product/manual
changes:
- Initial Release
WAVE RTR-64x64-OM (V1.1)

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Cobalt Reference Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Labeling Symbol Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Safety and Regulatory Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Warnings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
WAVE 64 Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
WAVE RTR-64x64 Functional Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
WAVE RTR-64x64 Rear Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Functional Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
User Control Interfaces. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Warranty and Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Cobalt Digital Inc. Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Installing and Setting Up the WAVE RTR-64x64 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Initial WAVE RTR-64x64 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Installing the Optional Fan Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Chapter 3 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Control and Display Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

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WAVE Routers User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Cobalt® Remote Control Panel User Interfaces. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Accessing the WAVE RTR-64x64 User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
WAVE RTR-64x64 Tab Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Router Table Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Salvos Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Status Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Protocols Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Settings Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Error and Failure Indicator Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Basic Troubleshooting Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
In Case of Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23

WAVE RTR-64x64-OM (V1.1) WAVE 64X64-RTR ROUTER PRODUCT MANUAL 1-1
Chapter 1
Chapter 1 Introduction
Overview
This manual provides installation and operating instructions for the WAVE
64x64-RTR 12G SDI / ASI / MADI router (also referred to herein as the
WAVE 64).
This manual consists of the following chapters:
•Chapter 1, “Introduction” – Provides information about this manual
and what is covered. Also provides general information regarding the
WAVE RTR-64x64.
•Chapter 2, “Installation and Setup” – Provides instructions for
installing the WAVE RTR-64x64 in a frame.
•Chapter 3, “Operating Instructions” – Provides overviews of
operating controls and instructions for using the WAVE RTR-64x64.
This chapter contains the following information:
•Safety and Regulatory Summary (p. 1-3)
•WAVE RTR-64x64 Functional Description (p. 1-5)
•Technical Specifications (p. 1-9)
•Warranty and Service Information (p. 1-10)
•Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. (p. 1-11)
Cobalt Reference Guides
From the Cobalt® web home page, go to Support>Reference Documents for
easy to use guides covering network remote control, card firmware updates,
example card processing UI setups and other topics.

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Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Certain items in this manual are highlighted by special messages. The
definitions are provided below.
Warnings
Warning messages indicate a possible hazard which, if not avoided, could
result in personal injury or death.
Cautions
Caution messages indicate a problem or incorrect practice which, if not
avoided, could result in improper operation or damage to the product.
Notes
Notes provide supplemental information to the accompanying text. Notes
typically precede the text to which they apply.
Labeling Symbol Definitions
Important note regarding product usage. Failure to observe may result in
unexpected or incorrect operation.
Electronic device or assembly is susceptible to damage from an ESD
event. Handle only using appropriate ESD prevention practices.
If ESD wrist strap is not available, handle card only by edges and avoid
contact with any connectors or components.
Symbol (WEEE 2002/96/EC)
For product disposal, ensure the following:
• Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste.
• Collect this product separately.
• Use collection and return systems available to you.

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Introduction Safety and Regulatory Summary
Safety and Regulatory Summary
Warnings
Cautions
! WARNING ! To reduce risk of electric shock do not remove line voltage service barrier cover on frame
equipment containing an AC power supply. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
CAUTION This device is intended for environmentally controlled use only in appropriate video
terminal equipment operating environments.
CAUTION
CAUTION Refer to this Owner's Manual for important safety instructions regarding the proper
installation and safe operation of the router frame as well as its component products.
CAUTION
CAUTION Heat and power distribution requirements within a frame may dictate specific slot place-
ment of cards. Cards with many heat-producing components should be arranged to avoid
areas of excess heat build-up, particularly in frames using only convection cooling. If in
doubt about the placement and heat load in the area of the Cobalt Digital router frame, con-
sider ordering the optional fan kit.

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WAVE 64 Overview
The WAVE RTR-64x64 router is a midsize 64x64 Crosspoint solution
contained within a compact 4U (7 inch) tall frame. The frame is a thin 3.75
inch deep chassis. The router provides a high density solution that offers
unprecedented flexibility, ease of use & integration.
The router provides a single 10/100/1000 Ethernet port for IP-based controls
such as General Remote protocol SW-P-08 and PESA PNET.
The unit also has RS-422 and RS-232 9pin serial communication ports. The
integrated web server supports browser control and system setups which can
be saved and recalled quickly.
This compact design is specifically optimized for 12G SDI operation but
handles lower SDI rates with ease.
Features
The WAVE RTR-64x64 includes the following features:
•High-density 4RU 12G SDI router with full size 75 ohm BNC
connectors
•64x64 Crosspoint with support for signals up to 12G
•Supported signals include 12G, 6G, 3G, HD, SD-SDI, ASI, and MADI
•External analog reference for RP-168 switch point timing
•Direct interface compatibility with SW-P-08 and PESA PNET remote
control protocols
•Redundant power supply connections
•Quiet fan-less design
•Includes a fan option for environments above 55 degrees C
•Compatible with Cobalt Digital WAVE control panels

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Introduction WAVE RTR-64x64 Functional Description
WAVE RTR-64x64 Functional Description
This section describes the front and real panels of the router.
Front Panel
The WAVE RTR-64x64 front panel contains three LED indicators as
described in Table 1-1. The front panel bezel is also removable to access the
DIP switches used to set the IP address and install an optional second fan. See
Figure 1-1.
Figure 1-1 WAVE RTR-64 Front Panel
Table 1-1 Front Panel LED Indicators
Indicator Name Description Indicator Meaning
Status Router Status Green: Operating
correctly
Blue: Info indicating a
setting has been
changed, but not yet
saved in Autosave. Note:
After settings have been
made and the system has
been idle, the settings are
saved in the internal
FLASH after 30 seconds.
Red: Error condition
affecting service.
PS1
PS2
Power Supply 1
Power Supply 2
Blue: (On) Power good
Gray: (Off) No power

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WAVE RTR-64x64 Rear Panel Components
The WAVE RTR-64x64 router rear panel consists of full size BNC - SDI 12G
video inputs 1-64 (top rows) and BNC - SDI 12G video outputs 1-64 (bottom
rows).
Two redundant power supply connectors are located on the lower left of the
router. External power supplies that accept 110-240VAC 50/60Hz power
inputs and supply +12VDC to the WAVE 64x64 frame can be connected. The
64x64-RTR-12G SDI Router requires one power supply to operate properly.
For redundant operation, a second power supply can be purchased separately.
An optional fan kit is available for continuous operation in environments
above 50° C. If the optional fan kit is installed, both power supplies are
required to be installed and operating.
A RJ-45 Ethernet 10/100/1000 LAN connector is located on the lower center
of the frame. The RJ-45 Ethernet connector allows you to connect the router
to a 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN using CAT5 or greater cable and will be able
to access the router's built-in web server with an Internet browser. Multiple
configurations are possible, including standalone control, a local LAN, or
even a WAN control set-up. This Ethernet connection also allows control over
the network using the WAVE Routers user interface or other control
protocols.
One RS-232 9 pin Serial female D connector is located to the left of the LAN
connector and one RS-422 Serial 9 pin female D connector is located to the
right of the LAN connector.
Three status LED indicators for router, power supply 1 and power supply 2.
See x for information.