Cobalt Digital Inc BBG-1000 Series User manual

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Product Manual
BBG-1023-DSKLG-OM (V1.2)
Cobalt Digital Inc.
3G/HD/SD-SDI Standalone Downstream Keyer
with Dual Key/Fill Paths and Logo Insertion
BBG-1023-DSK-LG
BBG-1023-DSK-LG

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Congratulations on choosing the Cobalt®BBG-1023-DSK-LG 3G/HD/SD-SDI Standalone Downstream Keyer
with Dual Key/Fill Paths and Logo Insertion. The BBG-1023-DSK-LG 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
BBG-1023-DSK-LG, please contact us at the contact information on the front cover.
Manual No.: BBG-1023-DSKLG-OM
Document Version: V1.2
Release Date: June 22, 2020
Applicable for
Firmware Version
(or greater): 2.051 or greater
Description of
product/manual
changes: - Update manual for minor consistency edits
BBG-1023-DSKLG-OM (V1.2)

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Overview ................................................................................................................ 1-1
Cobalt Reference Guides........................................................................................ 1-2
Manual Conventions............................................................................................... 1-2
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes .................................................................. 1-3
Labeling Symbol Definitions...................................................................... 1-3
Safety and Regulatory Summary............................................................................ 1-4
Warnings..................................................................................................... 1-4
Cautions...................................................................................................... 1-4
EMC Compliance Per Market .................................................................... 1-4
BBG-1023-DSK-LG Functional Description......................................................... 1-5
BBG-1023-DSK-LG Input/Output Formats............................................... 1-5
Video Processor Description ...................................................................... 1-6
User Control Interface ................................................................................ 1-8
Technical Specifications......................................................................................... 1-8
Warranty and Service Information ....................................................................... 1-11
Cobalt Digital Inc. Limited Warranty....................................................... 1-11
Contact Cobalt Digital Inc.................................................................................... 1-12
Chapter 2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Overview ................................................................................................................ 2-1
Installing the BBG-1023-DSK-LG......................................................................... 2-1
Installing Using BBG-1000-TRAY Optional Mounting Tray ................... 2-1
BBG-1023-DSK-LG Unit Dimensions ...................................................... 2-2
Rear Panel Connections.......................................................................................... 2-2
GPI Connections..................................................................................................... 2-4
Chapter 3 Setup/Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Overview ................................................................................................................ 3-1
BBG-1023 Front Panel Display and Menu-Accessed Control............................... 3-1
Connecting BBG-1023 To Your Network.............................................................. 3-3
Finding a BBG-1023 Device in DashBoard............................................... 3-4
Control and Display Descriptions........................................................................... 3-5
Function Submenu/Parameter Submenu Overview.................................... 3-5
Web User Interface..................................................................................... 3-6
Display Theme............................................................................................ 3-7
Checking BBG-1023-DSK-LG Device Information.............................................. 3-8

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BBG-1023-DSK-LG Function Menu List and Descriptions................................... 3-9
Character Burner ...................................................................................... 3-10
GPI Setup Controls .................................................................................. 3-15
Output Video Routing Controls ............................................................... 3-16
Logo Upload/Insertion Controls .............................................................. 3-17
Keyer ........................................................................................................ 3-19
Presets ...................................................................................................... 3-21
Event Setup Controls ................................................................................ 3-23
Admin ....................................................................................................... 3-27
User Log ................................................................................................... 3-29
Uploading Firmware Using Web Interface and GUI............................................ 3-30
Front Panel User Menus........................................................................................ 3-31
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................... 3-32
Error and Failure Indicator Overview....................................................... 3-32
Basic Troubleshooting Checks.................................................................. 3-34
BBG-1023-DSK-LG Processing Error Troubleshooting.......................... 3-35
In Case of Problems .................................................................................. 3-36

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Chapter 1
Chapter 1 Introduction
Overview
This manual provides installation and operating instructions for the
BBG-1023-DSK-LG 3G/HD/SD-SDI Standalone Downstream Keyer with
Dual Key/Fill Paths and Logo Insertion unit (also referred to herein as the
BBG-1023-DSK-LG).
This manual consists of the following chapters:
•Chapter 1, “Introduction”–Provides information about thismanual
and what is covered. Also provides general information regarding the
BBG-1023-DSK-LG.
•Chapter 2, “Installation”–Provides instructions for installing the
BBG-1023-DSK-LG and setting up its network access.
•Chapter 3, “Setup/Operating Instructions”–Provides overviews
of operating controls and instructions for using the
BBG-1023-DSK-LG.
This chapter contains the following information:
•Cobalt Reference Guides (p. 1-2)
•Manual Conventions (p. 1-2)
•Safety and Regulatory Summary (p. 1-4)
•BBG-1023-DSK-LG Functional Description (p. 1-5)
•Technical Specifications (p. 1-8)
•Warranty and Service Information (p. 1-11)
•Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. (p. 1-12)

1Cobalt Reference Guides
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Cobalt Reference Guides
From the Cobalt®web home page, go to Support>Reference Documents for
easy to use guides covering network remote control, device firmware updates,
example processing UI setups and other topics.
Manual Conventions
In this manual, display messages and connectors are shown using the exact
name shown on the BBG-1023-DSK-LG itself. Examples are provided below.
•Device display messages are shown like this:
•Connector names are shown like this: SDI IN A
In this manual, the terms below are applicable as follows:
•BBG-1023-DSK-LG refers to the BBG-1023-DSK-LG 3G/HD/
SD-SDI Standalone Downstream Keyer with Dual Key/Fill Paths and
Logo Insertion unit.
•Frame refers to the HPF-9000, oGx, OG3-FR, 8321, or similar
20-slot frame that houses Cobalt®or other cards.
•Device and/or Card refers to a Cobalt®or other card.
•System and/or Video System refers to the mix of interconnected
production and terminal equipment in which the BBG-1023-DSK-LG
and other cards and devices operate.
•Functions and/or features that are available only as an option are
denoted in this manual like this:
BBG-1023-DSK-LG

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Introduction Manual Conventions
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 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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Safety and Regulatory Summary
Warnings
Cautions
EMC Compliance Per Market
! 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 This device is intended for environmentally controlled use only in appropriate video
terminal equipment operating environments.
CAUTION This device contains no user-serviceable components. Refer servicing to authorized
personnel.
CAUTION This device is intended for use ONLY with specified power supplies. Power connection to
unauthorized sources may cause product damage, unreliable operation, and invalidate
warranty.
CAUTION The BBG-1023-DSK-LG FPGA is designed for a normal-range operating temperature
around 85° C core temperature. Operation in severe conditions exceeding this limit for
non-sustained usage are within device operating safe parameters, and can be allowed by
setting this control to Disable. However, the disable (override) setting should be avoided
under normal conditions to ensure maximum device protection.
Market Regulatory Standard or Code
United States of America FCC "Code of Federal Regulations" Title 47 Part15, Subpart B, Class A
Canada ICES-003
International CISPR 24:2010
IEC 61000-4-2:2008
IEC 61000-4-3:2006 with A1:2007 and A2:2010 IEC 61000-4-4:2004
IEC 61000-4-6:2008
IEC 61000-6-3:2006 with A1:2010
CISPR 22:2008

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Introduction BBG-1023-DSK-LG Functional Description
BBG-1023-DSK-LG Functional Description
Figure 1-1 shows a functional block diagram of the BBG-1023-DSK-LG. The
BBG-1023-DSK-LG includes input routing to accommodate up to five 3G/
HD/SD-SDI inputs (a single program input and two pairs of key/fill SDI
inputs). The single program video input can be directed to either or both of
two key/fill/logo insertion paths (Path 1 and Path 2), allowing changing from
one key/fill/insertion scheme to the other as desired. The
BBG-1023-DSK-LG can also store up to four logo graphic files which can be
flexibly inserted into either key/fill path. Two key/fill paths can be outputted
simultaneously, with each path using uniquely different key/fill and logo
insertions as desired.
KEY/FILL SDI IN 1 receives a key/fill pair that is used by Key/Fill Engine 1,
and KEY/FILL SDI IN 2 receives a key/fill pair that is used by Key/Fill Engine
2. Both of these engines are duplicated on both program paths, allowing Key/
Fill Engine 1 or Key/Fill Engine 2 to be used on either program path as
desired. Two independent character burn strings and timecode burn can be
inserted on output video Path 1 and/or Path 2.
BBG-1023-DSK-LG Input/Output Formats
The BBG-1023-DSK-LG provides the following inputs and outputs:
•Inputs:
•PGM SDI IN –3G/HD/SD-SDI program video input
•KEY/FILL SDI IN 1 –3G/HD/SD-SDI key/fill video input pair for
key/fill engine 1
•KEY/FILL SDI IN 2 –3G/HD/SD-SDI key/fill video input pair for
key/fill engine 2
•Outputs:
•SDI OUT 1 and SDI OUT 2 –Two SDI outputs which can carry Path 1
and Path 2 simultaneously, or serve as a 2x DA for either path
output
•HDMI/DVI OUT –HDMI/DVI preview out (video only)

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Figure 1-1 BBG-1023-DSK-LG Functional Block Diagram
Video Processor Description
Key/Fill Insertion
Two independent key/fill engines (KEYER 1 and KEYER 2) are available which
can be independently applied to either of the output processing paths (PATH 1
or PATH 2). The keyer engines each are equipped with a corresponding pair of
SDI key/fill inputs. This function provides chroma keying using the KEY VID
IN signal. The FILL VID IN signal provides the fill video that is inserted in the
area “cleared out”by the key. The keying user interface displays key and fill
timing relative to the device output video, allowing timing offset to be
adjusted such that key and fill can be properly framed. (The device key/fill
engines do not provide timing offset control of the key/fill video nor the
program video; offset must be provided by external frame sync cards or
devices controlling the key/fill and program video feeds.)
Alpha threshold keyer modes allow full-color key/fill from cost-effective
generic sources such as a standard PC (with appropriate HDMI-to-SDI output
conversion) hosting simple .png graphic files. In these modes, a common key/
fill SDI input provides both the key and fill input.
Character Burn-in Functions
User text, video format, and timecode can be burned into the output video.
Burn-in attributes such as size, position, background, color, and opacity are
user-configurable. Two independent character burn strings can be inserted on
output video path 1 and/or path 2.
Path Select
Output
Crosspoint
3G/HD/SD
PGM SDI IN
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Key/Fill
Engine 1
Path 1/2
PGM VIDEO
3G/HD/SD-
SDI OUT
Eng 1 K/F 1
2
Path 1
Key/Fill
Engine 2
Logo Select/
Insert (4x)
Key/Fill
Engine 1
Path 2
Key/Fill
Engine 2
Logo Select/
Insert (4x)
Eng 2 K/F
3G/HD/SD
KEY/FILL
INPUTS
Logo File
Import/Buffer (4x)
HDMI
Encode
Path 1/2
PGM VIDEO
HDMI OUT