Cobalt Digital Inc 9901-UDX User manual

9901-UDX
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Product Manual
9901-UDX-OM (V1.18)
Cobalt Digital Inc.
3G/HD/SD Up/Down/Cross
Converter / Frame Sync /
Audio Embed / De-Embed

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is assumed for inaccuracies. Furthermore, Cobalt Digital Inc. reserves the right to make changes to any products herein to improve
readability, function, or design. Cobalt Digital Inc. does not assume any liability arising out of the application or use of any
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FUSION3G®and COMPASS® are registered trademarks of Cobalt Digital Inc.
openGear®is a registered trademark of Ross Video Limited. DashBoard™ is a trademark of Ross Video Limited. Dolby®
encoder technology on this card is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby®is a registered trademark of
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Other product names or trademarks appearing in this manual are the property of their respective owners.
Linear Acoustic®, AEROMAX®, and UPMAX®are registered trademarks of Linear Acoustic, Inc. 2.0-to-5.1 audio upmixer
licensed feature uses the AutoMAX-II™ upmix algorithm provided under license from Linear Acoustic Inc. Loudness processor
licensed feature uses AEROMAX®algorithms provided under license from Linear Acoustic Inc. Linear Acoustic, the "LA"
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Congratulations on choosing the Cobalt®9901-UDX 3G/HD/SD Up/Down/Cross Converter / Frame Sync / Audio
Embed / De-Embed. The 9901-UDX 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 9901-UDX, please contact us at the contact information on the front
cover.
Manual No.: 9901UDX-OM
Document Version: V1.18
Release Date: December 29, 2016
Applicable for card
firmware version:
(or greater)
7207
Description of
product/manual
changes:
- Update manual to reflect product functional changes of latest firmware
release.
9901-UDX-OM (V1.18)

9901-UDX-OM (V1.18) 9901-UDX PRODUCT MANUAL i
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Overview ............................................................................................................................. 1-1
9901-UDX Card Software Versions and this Manual......................................................... 1-2
Cobalt Reference Guides..................................................................................................... 1-2
Manual Conventions............................................................................................................ 1-3
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes .............................................................................. 1-3
Labeling Symbol Definitions ................................................................................. 1-4
Safety Summary ..................................................................................................................1-4
Warnings................................................................................................................. 1-4
Cautions.................................................................................................................. 1-4
9901-UDX Base Model and Options................................................................................... 1-5
9901-UDX Functional Description ..................................................................................... 1-6
9901-UDX Video/Audio Signal Types .................................................................. 1-6
9901-UDX Video and Audio Options.................................................................... 1-7
Video Subsystem Description ................................................................................ 1-8
Audio Subsection Description.............................................................................. 1-15
Control and Data Input/Output Interfaces............................................................ 1-23
User Control Interface.......................................................................................... 1-24
9901-UDX Rear Modules..................................................................................... 1-26
Audio and Video Formats Supported by the 9901-UDX..................................... 1-28
Technical Specifications.................................................................................................... 1-28
Warranty and Service Information .................................................................................... 1-33
Cobalt Digital Inc. Limited Warranty .................................................................. 1-33
Contact Cobalt Digital Inc................................................................................................. 1-34
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Overview ............................................................................................................................. 2-1
Setting I/O Switches for Analog Audio (1-8) Ports ............................................................ 2-1
Installing the 9901-UDX Into a Frame Slot ........................................................................ 2-2
Installing a Rear Module ..................................................................................................... 2-4
9901-UDX Rear Modules....................................................................................... 2-7
Connecting To Phoenix Terminal Connectors .................................................................. 2-15
Setting Up 9901-UDX Network Remote Control ............................................................. 2-16

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Chapter 3 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Overview ............................................................................................................................. 3-1
Control and Display Descriptions ....................................................................................... 3-1
Function Menu/Parameter Menu Overview........................................................... 3-2
9901-UDX Card Edge Controls, Indicators, and Display...................................... 3-3
DashBoard™User Interface.................................................................................. 3-4
Cobalt®Remote Control Panel User Interfaces ..................................................... 3-5
Accessing the 9901-UDX Card via Remote Control .......................................................... 3-6
Accessing the 9901-UDX Card Using DashBoard™............................................ 3-6
Accessing the 9901-UDX Card Using a Cobalt®Remote
Control Panel........................................................................................................ 3-7
Checking Card Information................................................................................................. 3-8
Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges........................................................... 3-9
9901-UDX Function Menu List and Descriptions............................................................ 3-10
Video Input Control ............................................................................................ 3-11
Video Proc/Color Correction .............................................................................. 3-11
Timecode ............................................................................................................. 3-15
Closed Captioning ............................................................................................... 3-19
ANC Data Packet Reporter ................................................................................. 3-21
Framesync ........................................................................................................... 3-21
Scaler ................................................................................................................... 3-24
AFD/WSS/VI ARC Controls .............................................................................. 3-26
Video Output Crosspoint Control ....................................................................... 3-32
Input Audio Status ............................................................................................... 3-33
Audio Bus Input Routing/Controls ..................................................................... 3-34
Output Audio Routing/Controls .......................................................................... 3-44
Upmixing ............................................................................................................. 3-49
COM and Metadata Routing ............................................................................... 3-52
GPIO Controls ..................................................................................................... 3-54
Presets .................................................................................................................. 3-56
Event Based Preset Loading ................................................................................ 3-57
Audio Routing with GPI Control Example.......................................................... 3-60
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................3-65
Error and Failure Indicator Overview.................................................................. 3-65
Basic Troubleshooting Checks............................................................................. 3-69
9901-UDX Processing Error Troubleshooting..................................................... 3-69
Troubleshooting Network/Remote Control Errors............................................... 3-72
What To Do If Your Card Locks Up.................................................................... 3-72
In Case of Problems ............................................................................................. 3-73

9901-UDX-OM (V1.18) 9901-UDX PRODUCT MANUAL 1-1
Chapter 1
Chapter 1 Introduction
Overview
This manual provides installation and operating instructions for the
9901-UDX 3G/HD/SD Up/Down/Cross Converter and Frame Sync card (also
referred to herein as the 9901-UDX).
Note: This manual also is applicable for reduced functionality versions:
•9901-UC (pass/up-convert only)
•9901-DC (pass/down-convert only)
•9901-XC (pass/cross-convert only).
In all other aspects, all cards function identically as described in this manual.
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
9901-UDX.
•Chapter 2, “Installation and Setup”–Provides instructions for
installing the 9901-UDX in a frame, and optionally installing
9901-UDX Rear Modules.
•Chapter 3, “Operating Instructions”–Provides overviews of
operating controls and instructions for using the 9901-UDX.
This chapter contains the following information:
•9901-UDX Card Software Versions and this Manual (p. 1-2)
•Manual Conventions (p. 1-3)
•Safety Summary (p. 1-4)
•9901-UDX Base Model and Options (p. 1-5)
•9901-UDX Functional Description (p. 1-6)
•Technical Specifications (p. 1-28)
•Warranty and Service Information (p. 1-33)
•Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. (p. 1-34)

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9901-UDX Card Software Versions and this Manual
When applicable, Cobalt Digital Inc. provides for continual product
enhancements through software updates. As such, functions described in this
manual may pertain specifically to cards loaded with a particular software
build. Cards loaded with initial software builds may not reflect all
functionality described in “9901-UDX Functional Description”of this
chapter. Also note that some functions described here are options, and
may not appear on all 9901 cards.
The Software Version of your card can be checked by viewing the Card Info
menu in DashBoard™. See Checking Card Information (p. 3-8) in Chapter 3,
“Operating Instructions”for more information. You can then check our
website for the latest software version currently released for the card as
described below.
Check our website and proceed as follows if your card’s software does not
match the latest version:
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.
Card Software earlier than
latest version Card is not loaded with the latest software. Not all
functions and/or specified performance described in
this manual may be available.
You can update your card with new Update software by
going to the Support>Firmware Downloads link at
www.cobaltdigital.com. Download “Firmware Update
Guide”, which provides simple instructions for
downloading the latest firmware for your card onto your
computer, and then uploading it to your card through
DashBoard™.
Software updates are field-installed without any
need to remove the card from its frame.
Card Software newer than
version in manual A new manual is expediently released whenever a
card’s software is updated and specifications
and/or functionality have changed as compared to
an earlier version (a new manual is not necessarily
released if specifications and/or functionality have not
changed). A manual earlier than a card’s software
version may not completely or accurately describe all
functions available for your card.
If your card shows features not described in this
manual, you can check for the latest manual (if
applicable) and download it by going to the card’s web
page on www.cobaltdigital.com.

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Introduction Manual Conventions
Manual Conventions
In this manual, display messages and connectors are shown using the exact
name shown on the 9901-UDX itself. Examples are provided below.
•Card-edge display messages are shown like this:
•Connector and control names are shown like this: AES I/O 8
In this manual, the terms below are applicable as follows:
•9901-UDX refers to the 9901-UDX 3G/HD/SD Up/Down/Cross
Converter and Frame Sync card.
•Frame refers to the 20-slot frame that houses the Cobalt®
COMPASS®and/or FUSION3G®cards.
•Device and/or Card refers to a COMPASS®and/or FUSION3G®
card.
•System and/or Video System refers to the mix of interconnected
production and terminal equipment in which the 9901-UDX and
other COMPASS®and/or FUSION3G®cards operate.
•Functions and/or features that are available only as an option are
denoted in this manual like this:
Not all options are covered in this manual. In these cases, Manual
Supplement(s) for the option(s) ordered have been included in the
binder containing this manual.
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.
Ch01

1Safety Summary
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Labeling Symbol Definitions
Safety Summary
Warnings
Cautions
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.
! 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.
! WARNING ! Adhere to GPO port maximum voltage/current limits. This port is specified for
low-voltage/low-current control circuits only. Using this port for any other purpose may
result in an unsafe condition and can damage the card.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT - IEC 60825-1:2007. Never look into fiber connector or cable
end of device transmitting an optical signal. The transmitted light is not visible and can
cause permanent eye damage. Do not perform connection/disconnection with sending or
receiving device powered.
CAUTION This device is intended for environmentally controlled use only in appropriate video
terminal equipment operating environments.
CAUTION This product is intended to be a component product of an openGear®frame. Refer to the
openGear®frame Owner's Manual for important safety instructions regarding the proper
installation and safe operation of the frame as well as its component products.
CAUTION Heat and power distribution requirements within a frame may dictate specific slot
placement 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.
The 9901-UDX has a moderate power dissipation (30 W max.). As such, avoiding placing
the card adjacent to other cards with similar dissipation values if possible.
CAUTION If required, make certain Rear Module(s) is installed before installing the 9901-UDX into
the frame slot. Damage to card and/or Rear Module can occur if module installation is
attempted with card already installed in slot.
CAUTION If card resists fully engaging in Rear Module mating connector, check for alignment and
proper insertion in slot tracks. Damage to card and/or Rear Module may occur if improper
card insertion is attempted.

9901-UDX-OM (V1.18) 9901-UDX PRODUCT MANUAL 1-5
Introduction 9901-UDX Base Model and Options
9901-UDX Base Model and Options
(See Figure 1-1.) The base model 9901-UDX provides up/down/cross
conversions across 3G/HD, and SD formats, frame sync, video processing,
ARC with AFD, embedded audio support, and timecode/closed captioning
support. Options add various I/O, video, and audio expanded capabilities to
the base model as shown in Figure 1-1 and described below. The various
options are described in detail in 9901-UDX Video and Audio Options (p.
1-7), and as applicable throughout this manual.
As such, the 9901-UDX is highly suited as a universal processing card with
comprehensive audio and video support for environments requiring legacy,
current, and advanced platform support.
Figure 1-1 9901-UDX Simplified Overview of Base and Option Features/Functions
Base Features/Functions
• 3G/HD/SD-SDI coax (BNC) input/
output
• Up/down/cross format conversions
• Advanced audio processing with
full routing, gain, and delay control
• Video Proc controls
• Per-channel audio-video delay
control
• Frame sync with reference
selectable from multiple sources
• SMPTE timecode support, with
translation across formats
• GPI ports with user-definable
functions
• Centralized GUI remote control
using DashBoard™ software and
Cobalt OGCP-9000 Remote
Control Panels
Option Features/Functions
• 3G/HD/SD-SDI Fiber input/output.
Blind mate interface allows card
swapping with no cable
disconnection.
• Passive relay bypass for SDI coax
input/output path
• Linear Acoustic® loudness
processing and automatic upmixing
• Universal HD/SD analog video
input. 3D comb decoder on analog
video input. Composite video
output is color-framed to match
reference burst, plus user offset.
• Wings insertion and
general-purpose keying
• AES ports GUI-selectable as input
or output. Independent SRCs for
each input.
• Analog audio inputs and outputs.
Full 24-bit conversion.
• Complete Dolby®E/AC-3encoder
and decoder options
Up/Down/
Cross
Convert Frame
Sync
Audio
Proc
VANC Data
Controls
Wings/
Keying
Support*
Video Proc
Color
Correction*
3G/HD/SD-SDI (BNC)
3G/HD/SD Fiber*
AES Audio*
Analog Audio*
Analog Video*
3G/HD/SD-SDI (BNC)
3G/HD/SD Fiber*
AES Audio*
Analog Audio*
Analog Video*
Input
Video
Routing
Audio
Mux/
De-mux/
Routing
Output
Video
Routing
Audio
Mux/
De-mux/
Routing
9901-UC –Pass and
up-convert only
9901-DC –Pass and
down-convert only
9901-XC –Pass and
cross-convert only
16-Channel Internal Audio Bus
* denotes option

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9901-UDX Functional Description
Figures 1-2 and 1-5 show functional block diagrams of the 9901-UDX video/
control and audio subsystems, respectively.
9901-UDX Video/Audio Signal Types
Table 1-1 lists the video/audio inputs and outputs (available via rear module
connections) provided by the 9901-UDX. Note that some signal types are
supported through the use of options, and also require a rear module that
supports the connections described here; the complete option/rear module
requirement is specified in Table 1-1.
Table 1-1 9901-UDX Video/Audio Signal Types
Signal ID Description Option/Rear Module Package Required
SDI IN A thru SDI IN D Four 3G/HD-SD-SDI BNC video
inputs; routable to card processing
via input crosspoint
SDI IN A is standard. Other inputs
are active when options are installed
(such as wings and keyer)
❑Various Rear Modules offer various
SDI BNC input complements. See
9901-UDX Rear Modules (p. 2-7)
for more information.
Fiber Rx-A I/O,
Fiber Rx-B I/O Up to two 3G/HD-SD-SDI fiber LC
video inputs; routable to card
processing via input crosspoint
•Option +FRx (1 Fiber input)
•Option +FRx/Tx (1 Fiber input; 1
Fiber output)
•Option +FRx/Rx (2 Fiber inputs)
❑Requires Expansion Rear Module
supporting fiber I/O. See
9901-UDX Rear Modules (p. 2-7)
for more information.
AES Audio I/O (1-16) Eight AES 3-id BNC pairs; each pair
user GUI-selectable as either input
or output.
•Option +AES
❑Various Rear Modules offer various
number of AES pairs supported.
See 9901-UDX Rear Modules (p.
2-7) for more information.
Analog Video/Audio I/O Up to eight balanced analog audio
channels (using Phoenix™3-wire
terminations); each channel
switch-selectable as either input or
output.
HD/SD composite and component
analog I/O
Refer to option Manual Supplement
OPT-F3GAN-MS for descriptions of
analog video/audio I/O options
available.
SDI OUT A thru SDI OUT D Four 3G/HD-SD-SDI BNC video
outputs; routable from card
processing via output crosspoint
Standard
❑Various Rear Modules offer various
SDI BNC output complements.
See 9901-UDX Rear Modules (p.
2-6) for more information.
Note: The input/output complement listed above and shown in Figures 1-2 and 1-5 represents the maximum capability of the
9901-UDX. The practical input/output complement is determined by the particular Rear Module used with the 9901-UDX. Not all
options are available concurrently on a single card.

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Introduction 9901-UDX Functional Description
9901-UDX Video and Audio Options
In addition to the I/O options described in Table 1-1 above, the 9901-UDX
offers several video and audio options described in Table 1-2. Note that
several options also require a rear I/O option that supports the video and/or
audio options described here; the complete option requirement is specified in
Table 1-2.
Table 1-2 9901-UDX Video/Audio Options
Option Description Option/Rear Module Package Required
Note: Options are periodically added for this card. Check for latest options on the card web page at cobaltdigital.com. Most
options, in addition to licensing, require that card be loaded with the latest available firmware.
Video Options
Color Correction In addition to standard video proc controls,
provides independent RGB channel controls
for luma, black, and gamma.
•Option +COLOR
Wings Insertion Provides wings insertion using an independent
SDI input provided for wings insertion, with
software-configurable insertion width/pan
controls.
Refer to option Manual Supplement
OPT-SW-F3GWINGS-MS for
description and signal connection
information.
Keying Provides keying using independent SDI inputs
for key and fill signals. Also provides a
separate dedicated key preview SDI output.
Refer to option Manual Supplement
OPT-F3KEY-MS for description and
signal connection information.
Audio Options
Note: Software options below can be field-installed on a card without removal of the card from its frame.
Linear Acoustic®
Loudness Processing
software
Linear Acoustic®AEROMAX®5.1-channel or
stereo audio output loudness processing;
several combinations available
•Option +LP51 (5.1-Ch loudness
processing)
•Option +2LP20 (dual independent
stereo loudness processing)
•Option +LP20 (stereo loudness
processing)
OGCP Loudness Meter
software
(Note 1)
5.1-channel loudness meter in accordance with
EBU R128, ATSC A/85 and ITU BS.1770.
Allows OGCP-9000 to provide user interface.
•Option +LM
Linear Acoustic®
Upmixing software
(Note 2)
Linear Acoustic®AUTOMAX™converts legacy
stereo program audio (from any source
received by the card) to 5.1-channel audio.
•Option +UM
Automatic Downmixing Provides a stereo downmix from selected
alternate multi-channel sources if selected
primary L/R channels lose signal.
•Option +ADM
Automatic Audio Failover Provides failover to alternate (“secondary”)
channels to substitute for the primary channels
in the event of audio signal loss.
•Option +AFO

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Video Subsystem Description
Note: Descriptions below include some functions and features that are available
only as options.
(See Figure 1-2.) The 9901-UDX features a scaler that provides up, down,
and cross-conversion using de-interlacing and motion adaptation for high
quality up-conversions. The scaler also provides user-adjustable aspect ratio
control and zoom control.
Frame sync can select from either of two card frame reference sources, input
video, or free-run (internal clock) video sync. Selectable failover allows
alternate reference selection should the initial reference source become
unavailable or invalid. In the event of input video loss of signal, the output
can be set to disable video, go to black, go to an internal test signal generator
pattern, or freeze to the last intact frame (for SDI, last frame having valid
SAV and EAV codes).
Video Processor
The 9901-UDX provides full color processing control (luma gain and lift,
chroma saturation, and color phase) of the output video. The color correction
option (+COLOR) provides independent RGB channel controls for luma,
black, and gamma. The color correction function converts the YCbCr SDI
input video to the 4:4:4 RGB color space (where the color correction is
applied), and then back to YCbCr SDI on the output of the function. Controls
are available to adjust each RGB level independently for both white levels
(gain) and black levels (offset). Gamma can also be independently adjusted
for each RGB channels. Various controls can be ganged to provide adjustment
for all three color channels simultaneously.
Dolby®E/AC-3 Decoding Provides Dolby®E and/or AC-3 decoding from
embedded and AES sources. •Option +DEC
❑If serial metadata Rx/Tx support is
needed, requires Rear Module with
RS-485 port
Dolby®Digital (AC-3),
Digital Plus™Encoding Provides Dolby®AC-3 encoding from any audio source used by the card (including mixed
and loudness-processed audio).
Accommodates internally generated and
external metadata.
•Option +ENCD
❑If serial metadata Rx/Tx support is
needed, requires Rear Module with
RS-485 port
Dolby®E Encoding Provides Dolby®E encoding from any audio
source used by the card (including mixed and
loudness-processed audio). Accommodates
internally generated and external metadata.
•Option +ENCE
❑If serial metadata Rx/Tx support is
needed, requires Rear Module with
RS-485 port
Notes: 1. This option must be used in conjunction with a Cobalt®OGCP-9000 Remote Control Panel. The control panel serves as the
control/display portal.
2. Option +UM can be used in conjunction with Loudness Processing options.
Table 1-2 9901-UDX Video/Audio Options — continued
Option Description Option/Rear Module Package Required

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Introduction 9901-UDX Functional Description
Ancillary Data (ANC) Extract/Processing
This function extracts and preserves VANC and HANC data prior to scaling,
and in turn allows the data to be re-inserted in the output SDI. The card
monitors SDI program video (and, where applicable, analog Y-channel VANC
and the reference signal) for the following ANC data and reports status and
line number:
•Closed Captioning
•VBI Dolby®Metadata
•SMPTE embedded video timecode
This function allows insertion enable/disable of the ANC data items, as well
as output line control and prioritization selection for timecode formats. The
various ANC data items are forwarded to related functional blocks within the
card where the ANC items are applied to perform their functions (for
example, closed captioning waveform-to-packet translation/regeneration
using the extracted closed captioning ANC).
Following the scaler function, the processed ANC data is reintegrated into the
SDI stream in accordance with the ANC control performed within this block.
Scaler Function
The scaler function provides up, down, and cross-conversions (UDX)
between multiple standard SD and HD video formats, multiple frame rates,
and cross-conversion between interlaced and progressive formats.
Table 1-3 lists the 9901-UDX conversion choices available for various input
formats and frame rates. To use the table, locate the input format on the
respective Input Format row in the far left column. Valid conversions are
shown in Scaler Output Selections columns to the right. Where an Xappears,
this denotes a conversion that is not available for a given input format.
Note: In no case is the Scaler capable of converting from a clock standard to a dif-
ferent unrelated standard (e.g., 59.94 Hz NTSC to 50 Hz PAL).
The scaler function also provides aspect ratio conversion that provides a
choice from several standard aspect ratios. Additionally, user defined and
“Follow AFD Settings”conversion can be applied. User defined settings
allow custom user-defined H and V aspect ratio control. “Follow AFD
Settings”sets the output aspect ratio to track with AFD (Active Format
Description) settings embedded in the received video signal.

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Table 1-3 Scaler Function Conversions
Input
Format
Scaler Output Selections
SD
(NTSC/
PAL) 720p 720p
half-rate 720p (film) 1080i 1080p 1080p (film) 1080PsF (film) 1080p 3G
525i 59.94 525i59.94 720p 59.94 720p 29.97 720p23.98(4) 1080i 59.94 1080p 29.97 1080p 23.98(4) 1080PsF 23.98(4) 1080p 59.94
625i 50 625i50 720p 50 720p 25 X1080i 50 1080p 25 X1080PsF 25 1080p 50
720p 60 X720p 60 720p 30 720p24(4) 1080i 60 1080p 30 1080p 24(4) 1080PsF 24(4) 1080p 60
720p 59.94 525i59.94 720p 59.94 720p 29.97 720p23.98(4) 1080i 59.94 1080p 29.97 1080p 23.98(4) 1080PsF 23.98(4) 1080p 59.94
720p 50 625i50 720p 50 720p 25 X1080i 50 1080p 25 X1080PsF 25 1080p 50
720p 30 X720p 60 720p 30 720p24(5) 1080i 60 1080p 30 1080p 24(5) 1080PsF 24(5) 1080p 60
720p 29.97 525i59.94 720p 59.94 720p 29.97 720p23.98(5) 1080i 59.94 1080p 29.97 1080p 23.98(5) 1080PsF 23.98(5) 1080p 59.94
720p 25 625i50 720p 50 720p 25 X1080i 50 1080p 25 X1080PsF 25 1080p 50
720p 24 X720p 60 720p 30 720p24 1080i 60 1080p 30 1080p 24 1080PsF 24 1080p 60
720p 23.98 525i59.94 720p 59.94 720p 29.97 720p23.98 1080i 59.94 1080p 29.97 1080p 23.98 1080PsF 23.98 1080p 59.94
1080i 60 X720p 60 720p 30 720p24(4) 1080i 60 1080p 30 1080p 24(4) 1080PsF 24(4) 1080p 60
1080i 59.94 525i59.94 720p 59.94 720p 29.97 720p23.98(4) 1080i 59.94 1080p 29.97 1080p 23.98(4) 1080PsF 23.98(4) 1080p 59.94
1080i 50 625i50 720p 50 720p 25 X1080i 50 1080p 25 X1080PsF 25 1080p 50
1080p 30 X720p 60 720p 30 720p24(5) 1080i 60 1080p 30 1080p 24(5) 1080PsF 24(5) 1080p 60
1080p 29.97 525i59.94 720p 59.94 720p 29.97 720p23.98(5) 1080i 59.94 1080p 29.97 1080p 23.98(5) 1080PsF 23.98(5) 1080p 59.94
1080p 25 625i50 720p 50 720p 25 X1080i 50 1080p 25 X1080PsF 25 1080p 50
1080p 24 X720p 60 720p 30 720p24 1080i 60 1080p 30 1080p 24 1080PsF 24 1080p 60
1080p 23.98 525i59.94 720p 59.94 720p 29.97 720p23.98 1080i 59.94 1080p 29.97 1080p 23.98 1080PsF 23.98 1080p 59.94
1080PsF 24 X720p 60 720p 30 720p 24 1080i 60 1080p 30 1080p 24 1080PsF 24 1080p 60
1080PsF 25 625i 50 720p 50 720p 25 X1080i 50 1080p 25 1080PsF 25 1080p 50
1080PsF 23.98 525i 59.94 720p 59.94 720p 29.97 720p23.98 1080i 59.94 1080p 29.97 1080p 23.98 1080PsF 23.98 1080p 59.94
1080p 60 X720p 60 720p 30 720p24(4) 1080i 60 1080p 30 1080p 24(4) 1080PsF 24(4) 1080p 60
1080p 59.94 525i59.94 720p 59.94 720p 29.97 720p23.98(4) 1080i 59.94 1080p 29.97 1080p 23.98(4) 1080PsF 23.98(4) 1080p 59.94
1080p 50 625i50 720p 50 720p 25 X1080i 50 1080p 25 X1080PsF 25 1080p 50
Notes: 1. The drop-down list choice of “Match Input”is used when no conversion is desired. For clarity, it is not redundantly listed here.
2. “X”denotes conversions not available or invalid conversions.
3. Interlaced formats rates listed are field rates. Progressive format rates listed are frame rates.
4. If the original material does not have a proper 3-2 cadence suitable for conversion to film rates, the conversion reverts to standard
de-interlacing. While this video can be converted to film rates, the resulting image motion will lack smoothness. Therefore, make
certain interlaced video is appropriately constructed for 3-2 reverse pulldown when converting video to film rates.
5. Formats using a 30/29.97 Hz progressive frame rate can be converted to a 24/23.98 Hz progressive frame rate, however some
image motion irregularity will appear in the converted output.
6. “NTSC”and “PAL”in this manual respectively denote 525i5994 and 625i50 SD analog formats, and informally 486i5994 and
575i50 SD-SDI video formats.
7. 3G rates above (as inputs or outputs) are for SDI or fiber ports only. Analog video input/output is limited to SD and HD only.

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F9901UDX_VID4_11
PGM VID IN
HD/SD
Analog
Video IN
Audio
Demux
De-embed audio to
audio subystem
Video Filter/
ADC
Y/Cmpst IN
Pb/C IN
Pr IN
Video Proc/
Color Correction
ANC
Extract/
Processing
UDX/
ARC
ANC Control/
Re-Insert
Video Framesync/
H-V Offset
Program Video
ANC
Wings
Insertion
Keying
Control/
Insertion
KEY VID IN
FILL VID IN
Audio
Mux
Audio from audio
subsystem
Output Video
Crosspoint
PROGRAM VIDEO
KEY PREVIEW
RCLK INPUT VID
HD/SD Analog Video OUT
Video
DAC
Y/Cmpst OUT
Pb/C OUT Pr OUT
Serialize
SDI OUT A SDI OUT B SDI OUT C SDI OUT D
Cable
Drivers
EQ
Frame Ref
Select/Failover
FRAME REF IN 1
FRAME REF IN 2
Audiooffsetcontrol
to audio subystem
Y-channel analog VANC
WINGS VID IN
Fiber
Rx
Rx A
Rx B
FIBER Rx-A IN FIBER Rx-B IN
SDI IN A SDI IN B SDI IN C SDI IN D
Input
Deserialize/
Select
Crosspoint
Fiber
Tx
Tx A
Tx B
FIBER Tx-A OUT
FIBER Tx-B OUT
Serialize
(NOTE 4)
Relay
Bypass
(NOTE 6)
Timecode and
Closed Captioning
Processors
TC/CC ANC
Data In TC/CC ANC
Data Out
Network Remote
Control
Ethernet 10/100 (on frame)
Serial Rx/Tx
Interface
COM 1, 2 (Metadata I/O; RS-485 LTC I/O)
GPI
GPI 1,2
Reclock
Figure 1-2 9901-UDX Video/Control Block Diagram
Notes: 1. All video input/outputs are 3G/HD/SD-SDI coaxial unless otherwise specified.
2. Some functional blocks shown are available only as options. Refer to text. 3. Refer to 9901-UDX Audio Block Diagram for audio embed/de-embed/routing audio subsystem. 4. Reclocked input video fed to the Output Video Crosspoint is available only from SDI IN A input. 5. Input/output complement shown depicts full capacity. Practical I/O complement is determined by I/O module(s),
options package, and card firmware version.
6. Optional relay bypass provides fully passive failover located on rear module. Card presence not required for
passive failover connection. Relay bypass is available only between the SDI IN B and SDI OUT B ports.

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Frame Sync Function
This function provides for frame sync control using either one of two external
FRAME REF IN (1,2) reference signals distributed with the card frame, or the
input video as a frame sync reference.
This function also allows horizontal and/or vertical offset to be added
between the output video and the frame sync reference.
Frame sync can select from either of two card frame reference sources, or
free-run input video sync. Selectable failover allows alternate reference
selection should the initial reference source become unavailable or invalid. In
the event of input video loss of signal, the output can be set to disable video,
go to black, go to an internal test signal generator pattern, or freeze to the last
intact frame (last frame having valid SAV and EAV codes).
An internal test signal generator provides a selection of 10 standard patterns
such as color bars, sweep patterns, and other technical patterns. The generator
output can be invoked upon loss of program video input, or applied to the
program video output via user controls.
ARC Processor
(See Figure 1-4.) This function uses extracted Aspect Ratio Control (ARC)
data from the input video (in either AFD, WSS, or VI formats) and provides:
•Format translation between AFD, WSS, and VI ARC formats.
•H/V cross-conversion matrix in which a received code directs a same
or other user-selectable alternate H/V ratio on the output for any of
several H/V ratios.
•(Scaler-equipped card only) Directs scaler automatic active ARC in
response to received and/or converted ARC code (Scaler Follows
ARC).
The input video is checked for ARC formats and can be set to provide a
trigger upon when a selected ARC format is received, the code associated
with the received format can be applied to the output as a translated format
(for, example, from WSS to AFD). Received H/V codes can also be applied
through an H/V conversion matrix that allows alternate H/V ratios for a given
received input code. The ARC code format priority works in that AFD has
highest priority, with WSS or VI selectable as the next priority. In conjunction
with a user-accessible cross-matrix table, the received code then in turn
directs any of several user-selectable H/V settings to be inserted on the output
video as AFD, WSS, and/or VI codes. AFD, WSS and/or VI can be rejected
for input consideration. On cards equipped with a scaler, the selected output
H/V ratio can be set to automatically apply this aspect ratio to the program
video.

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Introduction 9901-UDX Functional Description
Figure 1-3 ARC Processor
Timecode Processor
(See Figure 1-4.) This function uses extracted timecode data from the input
video (waveform or ATC), reference VITC waveform, or internal (free run)
and in turn re-inserts selected timecode data into the program video signal. In
this manner, timecode data can be preserved, even after format conversion.
The function can monitor video input and reference input for supported
timecode formats, and then select and prioritize among SDI VITC waveform,
SDI ATC_VITC, and SDI ATC_LTC timecode sources. If the preferred
format is detected, the preferred format is used by the card; if the preferred
format is not detected, the card uses other formats (where available) as
desired.
The function also provides conversion between various timecode formats and
provides independent insertion and line number controls for each SDI
timecode output format.
When licensed with option +LTC, this function also can
receive, send and translate between audio/RS-485 LTC timecode formats and
the VBI formats described above. Refer to catalog or Fusion3G®manual
supplement OPT-F3GLTC-MS for more information.
Format
Detect/
Select
Output
ARC
Cross-
Matrix
Program
Video
Input
AFD Generate/
Insert Control
WSS Generate/
Insert Control
VI Generate/
Insert Control
Scaler ARC Command
(Note 1)
AFD
WSS
VI
Program
Video
Output
Note: 1. ActiveARCcontrolavailableonlywith
card equipped with scaler. On
non-scaler card, ARC control/convert
function only manipulates output SDI
ARC codes and has no local effect on
card output aspect ratio.
2. Line number control available only
for AFD format. WSS and VI use
fixed line numbers per applicable
standards.
3. Some AFD codes are not supported
in VI and WSS formats.

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Figure 1-4 Timecode Processor
Closed Captioning Processor
This function provides support for closed captioning setup. When enabled,
the function allows passage of timecode data. When up-conversion from SD
to an HD is active, the function converts waveform-based timecode data to
packet-based timecode data. The function also allows the selection of the
ancillary data line number where the ancillary closed caption data is outputted
when the output is HD. When receiving HD-SDI, both CEA 608 and
CEA 708 are supported, with CEA 608 and CEA 708 (containing CEA 608
packets) converted to line 21 closed captioning on outputs down-converted to
SD (on up-convert of SD, only CEA 608 closed captioning is generated).
Wings Insertion
Option +WINGS allows a symmetrical L-R wings insertion to be integrated
into the card program video output. Wings video is accommodated using a
separate wings SDI input. The wings user interface displays wings timing
relative to the card output video, allowing wings timing offset to be adjusted
such that wings can be properly framed. (The option and its host card does not
provide timing offset control of the wings video; offset must be provided by a
external frame sync card or device controlling the wings video feed.)
The wings L/R insertion width can be manually configured, or can be set to
automatically track with aspect ratio as set by the host card (on cards
equipped with aspect ratio control).
Frame
Reference
SDI VITC
Waveform
Detect/Extract
SDI ATC_LTC
Detect/Extract
SDI ATC_VITC
Detect/Extract
Priority/
Select
Program
Video
Input
SDI VITC
Timecode
Proc/Embed
ATC_VITC
Timecode
Proc/Embed
ATC_LTC
Timecode
Proc/Embed
Insert
Control
Line
Number
Control
Buffer/
Format
3G/HD/SD–SDI
(From UDX Scaler)
Free Run
(Internal Count)
Ref VITC
Waveform
Detect/Extract
Audio LTC
Select/Extract
Audio/
RS-485 LTC Audio/RS-485
LTC Generate
Audio LTC Out
RS-485 LTC Out

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Introduction 9901-UDX Functional Description
Video Output Crosspoint
A four-output video matrix crosspoint allows independently applying the card
video processing paths (PROGRAM VIDEO, KEY PREVIEW, RECLOCKED) to
any of the four card discrete coaxial outputs (SDI OUT A thru SDI OUT D).
A video D/A converter provides either composite or component analog video
outputs of program video using choices from several formats appropriate for
SD or HD analog video.
Notes: •Rear Module relay bypass is available only between the SDI OUT B and
SDI OUT B ports. This is a passive bypass and does not require card opera-
tion or presence for bypass.
•Output reclocked video can only be obtained from SDI input SDI OUT A.
Audio Subsection Description
Note: Descriptions below include some functions and features that are available
only as options.
(See Figure 1-5.) The 9901-UDX audio processing subsection is built around
a card internal 16-channel bus. This 16-channel bus receives inputs from an
input routing crosspoint that routes de-embedded and discrete AES signals
over the 16-channel bus. Correspondingly, at the output end of the 16-channel
bus is an output routing crosspoint that in turn distributes the 16-channel bus
signals to embedded and discrete AES audio outputs.
An Input Audio Status display shows the presence and peak level of each
input audio channel received by the card. For digital audio inputs, payload is
identified (PCM or data such as Dolby®Digital or E), as well as sample rate
for discrete AES inputs. Discrete AES inputs can have sample rate conversion
applied to align these inputs with the output timing (received sample rates
from 32 kHz to 96 kHz are supported).
An Audio DSP function (which interfaces with the output routing block)
provides eight tone generators and advanced functions such as loudness
processing and upmixing. The routing and Audio DSP functions are described
in detail later in this section.
As such, the audio subsection provides a full crosspoint between all supported
audio inputs and output formats.
The audio subsection allows choices from the following audio inputs:
•16 channels of de-embedded audio from the SDI program video path
•Up to 16 channels (8 pairs) of discrete AES input
•Up to 8 channels of balanced analog audio input
•Up to 10 channels of decoded Dolby®E or AC-3 audio
•Digital silence (mute) setting

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The audio subsection allows routing to the following audio outputs:
•16 channels of embedded audio on the SDI output
•Up to 16 channels of discrete AES output on eight AES pairs
•Up to 8 channels of balanced analog audio output
Note: Practical AES channel count handled by the card is 8 pairs, of which each
pair can be user GUI-selectable as an input or output.
All embedded and AES channels have status displays that show the following
for each channel pair:
•PCM signal presence
•Dolby E signal presence
•Dolby Digital signal presence
•Missing (no signal detected)
Embedded, AES, and analog input channel pairs also have displays showing
slow-ballistics true peak levels for each pair. Embedded and AES channels at
digital silence signal level show Mute; analog channels with levels below -96
dBFS digital equivalent show Silence.
Output audio rates are always 48 kHz locked to output video, but discrete
AES inputs can pass through the sample rate converters to align these inputs
with the output timing. Output AES is always precisely synchronized with the
output video. The balanced analog audio input is sampled at 48 kHz with a
+24 dBu clipping level (+24 dBu => 0 dBFS).
Note: AES Dolby-encoded inputs routed directly to card optional Dolby decoder are
detected and use a special path that automatically bypasses SRC.