evertz 7815VPDA Series User manual

7815VPDA Series
Video Processor and Distribution Amplifier
User Manual
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Version 1.6, December 2018
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “Dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating and maintenance (Servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the product.
•Read these instructions
•Keep these instructions.
•Heed all warnings.
•Follow all instructions.
•Do not use this apparatus near water
•Clean only with dry cloth.
•Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
•Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
•Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
•Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
•Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer
•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
•Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC –
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
WARNING
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND ENSURE THAT NO
OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS ARE PLACED ON THE EQUIPMENT
WARNING
TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS, DISCONNECT THE
POWER SUPPLY CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE
WARNING
THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY OPERABLE

INFORMATION TO USERS IN EUROPE
NOTE
CISPR 22 CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE OR PERIPHERAL
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant
to the European Union EMC directive. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
INFORMATION TO USERS IN THE U.S.A.
NOTE
FCC CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE OR PERIPHERAL
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
WARNING
Changes or Modifications not expressly approved by Evertz Microsystems Ltd. could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Use of unshielded plugs or cables may cause radiation interference. Properly shielded interface cables
with the shield connected to the chassis ground of the device must be used.
EN60065
Safety
EN504192 2005
Waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with household waste. Contact
your Local Authority for recycling advice
EN55103-1: 1996
Emission
EN55103-2: 1996
Immunity

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW ...................................................................................................................................1
1.1. PRODUCT OPTIONS ...........................................................................................................3
2. GETTING STARTED.....................................................................................................................7
2.1. INPUT / OUTPUT CONNECTIONS.......................................................................................8
2.2. ETHERNET CONNECTIONS................................................................................................9
2.2.1. Ethernet Ports..........................................................................................................10
2.2.2. Ethernet Status LEDs ..............................................................................................10
3. SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................................................................11
3.1. SERIAL DIGITAL VIDEO INPUT ........................................................................................11
3.2. SERIAL DIGITAL VIDEO OUTPUT ....................................................................................11
3.3. OPTICAL DIGITAL VIDEO INPUT......................................................................................11
3.4. OPTICAL DIGITAL VIDEO OUTPUT..................................................................................11
3.5. REFERENCE VIDEO INPUT...............................................................................................12
3.6. ELECTRICAL .....................................................................................................................12
3.7. PHYSICAL..........................................................................................................................12
4. STATUS LEDS............................................................................................................................13
4.1. MODULE STATUS LEDS...................................................................................................13
5. VISTALINK PRO INTERFACE....................................................................................................15
5.1. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ..............................................................................................16
5.1.1. General....................................................................................................................16
5.1.2. Reference................................................................................................................17
5.1.3. IP.............................................................................................................................19
5.1.4. Change Product.......................................................................................................19
5.1.5. Fiber RX ..................................................................................................................21
5.1.6. Fiber TX...................................................................................................................22
5.1.7. NTP [+UDX2]...........................................................................................................23
5.1.8. Time Code [+UDX2].................................................................................................24
5.2. VIDEO PATH CONFIGURATION .......................................................................................26
5.2.1. Video.......................................................................................................................26
5.2.2. Video Monitoring......................................................................................................30
5.2.3. SCTE 104 Control (+SCTE104 Option Only) ...........................................................33
5.2.4. SCTE104 Status (+SCTE104 Option Only)..............................................................34
5.2.5. Reference................................................................................................................36
5.2.6. Video Proc...............................................................................................................37
5.2.7. Image Enhancement................................................................................................39
5.2.8. Noise Reduction [+UDX2]........................................................................................40
5.2.9. Deinterlacer [+UDX2]...............................................................................................41
5.2.10. AFD [+UDX2]...........................................................................................................43
5.2.11. AFD Monitor [+UDX2]..............................................................................................45

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5.2.12. SD Aperture [+UDX2]..............................................................................................46
5.2.13. User ARC [+UDX2] .................................................................................................47
5.2.14. AFD ARC [+UDX2]..................................................................................................49
5.2.15. Scaler [+UDX2].......................................................................................................52
5.2.16. Video Encoder [+SLKE2] ........................................................................................55
5.2.17. Video Encoder Downmix [+SLKE2].........................................................................59
5.2.18. Audio.......................................................................................................................61
5.2.19. Audio Monitoring.....................................................................................................63
5.2.20. Embedded AIC........................................................................................................65
5.2.21. Embedded Audio Mixer...........................................................................................66
5.2.22. Downmix.................................................................................................................68
5.2.23. Downmix Mixer .......................................................................................................70
Upmix [+UMX2] ..................................................................................................................71
5.2.24. Upmix Mixer [+UMX2].............................................................................................73
5.2.25. IntelliGain®[+IG2]....................................................................................................75
5.2.26. Time Code [+UDX2]................................................................................................87
5.2.27. Closed Captioning [+UDX2] ....................................................................................89
5.2.28. Closed Captioning Traps [+UDX2] ..........................................................................91
5.2.29. SID (Source Identification) ......................................................................................92
5.2.30. ANC PassThru........................................................................................................94
5.2.31. WST OP42/47.........................................................................................................98
5.2.32. Presets..................................................................................................................101
5.2.33. SubPresets ...........................................................................................................103
6. JUMPERS.................................................................................................................................105
6.1. LOCAL FAULT MONITORING USING THE GLOBAL FRAME STATUS........................ 106
6.2. 7815VPDA SERIES SLOT BLOCKER............................................................................. 106
7. UPGRADE PROCEDURES ......................................................................................................107
7.1. VISTALINK® PRO PRODUCT JAR UPGRADE.............................................................. 107
7.2. FIRMWARE UPGRADE...................................................................................................110
7.3. PRODUCT STRING UPGRADE....................................................................................... 112
8. APPENDIX A – VERSION INFORMATION............................................................................... 115
8.1. HARDWARE OPTIONS ................................................................................................... 115
8.2. SOFTWARE VERSIONS..................................................................................................115

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FIGURES
Figure 1-1 : 7815VPDA System Block Diagram.............................................................................4
Figure 1-2 : 7815VPDA Audio Block Diagram................................................................................5
Figure 2-1 : 7815XX-F-2 Rear Plate Layout...................................................................................7
Figure 4-1 : 7815VPDA Status LEDs ...........................................................................................13
Figure 5-1 : 7815VPDA in VistaLINK®PRO Hardware Tree.........................................................15
Figure 5-2 : System Configuration - General................................................................................16
Figure 5-3 : System Configuration - Reference............................................................................17
Figure 5-4 : System Configuration - IP.........................................................................................19
Figure 5-5 : System Configuration - Change Product...................................................................20
Figure 5-6 : System Configuration - Fiber RX...............................................................................21
Figure 5-7 : System Configuration - Fiber TX...............................................................................22
Figure 5-8 : System Configuration - NTP .....................................................................................23
Figure 5-9 : System Configuration - Time Code...........................................................................24
Figure 5-10 : Video Path Configuration - Video............................................................................26
Figure 5-11 : Video Path Configuration - Video Monitoring...........................................................30
Figure 5-12 : Video Path Configuration – SCTE104 Control.........................................................33
Figure 5-13 : Video Path Configuration – SCTE104 Status..........................................................34
Figure 5-14 : Video Path Configuration - Card Reference............................................................36
Figure 5-15 : Video Path Configuration - Video Proc....................................................................37
Figure 5-16: Video Path Configuration - Image Enhancement .....................................................39
Figure 5-17: Video Path Configuration - Noise Control.................................................................40
Figure 5-18 : Video Path Configuration - DeInterlacer Control .....................................................41
Figure 5-19 : Video Path Configuration - AFD Control..................................................................43
Figure 5-20 : Video Path Configuration - AFD Monitor.................................................................45
Figure 5-21 : Video Path Configuration - SD Aperture..................................................................46
Figure 5-22 : Video Path Configuration - User AFD......................................................................47
Figure 5-23 : Video Path Configuration - AFD ARC......................................................................50
Figure 5-24 : Video Path Configuration - Scaler...........................................................................52
Figure 5-25 : Video Path Configuration - Video Encoder..............................................................55
Figure 5-26 : Video Path Configuration - Video Encoder Downmix ..............................................59
Figure 5-27 : Video Path Configuration - Audio............................................................................61
Figure 5-28 : Video Path Configuration - Audio Monitoring...........................................................63
Figure 5-29 : Video Path Configuration - Embedded AIC.............................................................65
Figure 5-30 : Video Path Configuration - Embedded Audio Mixer ................................................67
Figure 5-31 : Video Path Configuration - Downmix ......................................................................68
Figure 5-32 : Video Path Configuration - Downmix Mixer.............................................................70
Figure 5-33 : Video Path Configuration - Upmix...........................................................................72
Figure 5-34 : Video Path Configuration - Upmix Mixer .................................................................74
Figure 5-35 : Video Path Configuration - IntelliGain® Mixer.........................................................77
Figure 5-36 : Video Path Configuration - IntelliGain®Configuration..............................................78
Figure 5-37 : Video Path Configuration - IntelliGain® Program Control.........................................81
Figure 5-38 : Video Path Configuration - IntelliGain® Traps..........................................................86
Figure 5-39 : Video Path Configuration - Time Code....................................................................87
Figure 5-40 : Video Path Configuration – Closed Captioning .......................................................89
Figure 5-41 : Video Path Configuration - CC Fault.......................................................................91
Figure 5-42 : Video Path Configuration - SID...............................................................................93
Figure 5-43 : Video Path Configuration - ANC PassThru .............................................................96
Figure 5-44 : Video Path Configuration - WST OP42/47..............................................................99
Figure 5-45 : Video Path Configuration - Presets.......................................................................101
Figure 5-46 : Video Path Configuration - SubPresets.................................................................103

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Figure 6-1 : Location of Jumpers - Top View Main Module........................................................105
Figure 6-2 : Location of Slot Blocker - Bottom View Main Module .............................................105
Figure 6-3 : Slot Blocker............................................................................................................106
Figure 7-1 : VistaLINK®PRO JAR Upgrade - Upgrade Window ................................................107
Figure 7-2 : VistaLINK®PRO JAR Upgrade - Module Dropdown Menu..................................... 108
Figure 7-3 : VistaLINK®PRO JAR Upgrade - Version Information Window............................... 109
Figure 7-4 : Firmware Upgrade - Version Information Selection................................................110
Figure 7-5 : Firmware Upgrade - Version Information Window.................................................. 111
Figure 7-6 : Product String Upgrade - Opening 7815VPDA Module Configuration .................... 112
Figure 7-7 : Product String Upgrade – 7815VPDA Global Configuration View........................... 113
TABLES
Table 2-1 : Colour Code Wiring for the Current RJ 45 Standards..................................................9
Table 5-1 : Video - Supported Input Video Standards .................................................................27
Table 5-2 : Video - Supported Input to Output Video Standard Conversions [+UDX2].................27
Table 5-3 : User ARC - Aspect Ratio Conversion........................................................................48
Table 5-4 : User ARC - User Aspect Ratio Settings.....................................................................49
Table 5-5 : AFD ARC - All Supported AFD Codes.......................................................................51
Table 5-6 : Scaler - H Filter Cutoff...............................................................................................53
Table 5-7 : Scaler - V Filter Cutoff...............................................................................................53
Table 5-8 : Video Encoder - Supported Video Conversions.........................................................56
Table 5-9 : Video Encoder - Supported Audio Bit Rates..............................................................57
Table 5-10 : Embedded Audio Mixer - Selectable Audio Sources................................................66
Table 5-11 : Downmix Mixer - Selectable Audio Sources............................................................70
Table 5-12 : Upmix - LFE Gain Levels.........................................................................................73
Table 5-13 : Upmix Mixer - Selectable Audio Sources................................................................. 74
Table 5-14 : IntelliGain® Mixer - Selectable Audio Sources ........................................................76
Table 5-15 : IntelliGain® - Relationship between IntelliGain®Audio Programs and Audio Channels79
Table 5-16 : IntelliGain® - Channel Mapping Abbreviations..........................................................80
Table 5-17 : Time Code - D-VITC Valid Line Numbers................................................................87
Table 5-18 : Time Code - Modes of Operation ............................................................................88
Table 5-19 : Source ID - VANC Packet Payload..........................................................................92
Table 5-20 : ANC PassThru - Mapped ANC Packet Pass Through Status Values.......................97
Table 5-21 : Presets - Input Video Standard Preset Triggers..................................................... 102

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REVISION HISTORY
REVISION
DESCRIPTION
DATE
1.0
First Release
Sep 2013
1.1
Updated Section 7.14 and 7.32
Oct 2014
1.2
Added Section 7.36 and 7.37
Nov 2014
1.3
Updates throughout
Jan 2015
1.4
Updated AVM and Video Encoder Control Sets (3.13 build 412)
Jun 2015
1.5
Updated Manual for latest firmware feature set (4.16 build 466)
Dec 2015
1.6
Added SCTE104 Option
Dec 2018
Information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Evertz assumes no responsibility for the use thereof nor
for the rights of third parties, which may be affected in any way by the use thereof. Any representations in this document concerning
performance of Evertz products are for informational use only and are not warranties of future performance, either expressed or implied. The
only warranty offered by Evertz in relation to this product is the Evertz standard limited warranty, stated in the sales contract or order
confirmation form.
Although every attempt has been made to accurately describe the features, installation and operation of this product in this manual, no
warranty is granted nor liability assumed in relation to any errors or omissions unless specifically undertaken in the Evertz sales contract or
order confirmation. Information contained in this manual is periodically updated and changes will be incorporated into subsequent editions. If
you encounter an error, please notify Evertz Customer Service department. Evertz reserves the right, without notice or liability, to make
changes in equipment design or specifications.

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1. OVERVIEW
The 7815VPDA-3G-F-2 and 7815VPDA-HD-F-2 are dual path broadcast quality Video Processors and
Distribution Amplifiers that support SD, HD and 3G ([-3G] option) video formats. The 7815VPDA series
supports one coax and one fiber optic input on a per path basis. Using a software selection process,
the fiber optic or coax input signal may be utilized for subsequent module processing that feeds the
program outputs (PGM OUT). Fiber inputs/outputs are supported via pluggable Evertz SFP modules
(Rx: SFP3R-2, Tx: SFP3T13-2). Coax inputs are supported via HD-BNCs or DINs ([+DIN] Rear-plate
ordering option). Two re-clocked DA outputs of either the Fiber or Coax input signal are present on
HD-BNC/DIN outputs for connection to external elements like patch panels. Four fully processed fiber
outputs and six fully processed coax outputs are presented on a per path basis.
The core processing features of the 7815VPDA include Source Identification (Source ID) tag insertion,
frame synchronization to external reference with H/V phase adjustment, feature rich video adjustment
(colour correction, hue/gain/video level adjustments), image enhancement, audio channel shuffling,
audio and video delay adjustments, 5.1 audio downmix processing and advanced audio & video
monitoring. See Figure 1-1 for a detailed system block diagram illustrating signal flow and processing
from input to output.
The 7815VPDA series also supports substantial additional video processing features with the [+UDX2]
and [+SLKE2] product options. The [+UDX2] product option adds up/down/cross video conversion
capabilities including all necessary translation to closed caption (CEA608, CEA708), teletext
(OP42,OP47) and time code data (SMPTE 12M). The [+UDX2] product option also provides noise
reduction, motion adaptive deinterlacing, and a high-quality, fully user configurable scaler. The
[+SLKE2] product option adds a fully configurable IP streamed H.264 or MPEG-2 video encoding of
both video processing paths with stereo (2-ch) audio encoding (MPEG-2 Layer 1/ HE-AAC-V1 / HE-
AAC-V2 / AAC-LC). The [+SLKE2] product option includes a dedicated 5.1 down-mix processor that
can be used to produce 2-ch audio for encoding.
Additional audio processing features available on the 7815VPDA include IntelliGain®Audio Loudness
Processing [+IG2], and stereo to 5.1 up-mixing [+UMX2]. See Figure 1-2 for a system level view of the
7815VPDA audio processing.
Source ID tags inserted by the 7815VPDA include extensive information about the video signal and its
transmission history. The 7815VPDA supports processing of up to 16 Source ID tags. Key information
elements inserted into each Source ID tag include DATE, TIME, BASE LABEL, ALIAS LABEL and
USER CODE information.
The 7815VPDA is a dual slot card. A 7800FR or 7800FR-QT can therefore support 14 paths of
processing within a 3RU form factor. The 7815VPDA shares a common rear panel with both the
7815IDA and the 7847FSEDA series. This allows 7815VPDA modules to be interchanged with
7815IDA or 7847FSEDA without requiring a change to the backplane interconnect.
These modules are SNMP capable for remote monitoring, control and configuration purposes using
VistaLINK® PRO. VistaLINK® PRO control and monitoring is available when modules are used with a
7800FC in slot 1 of the 7800FR frame.
Summary of 7815VPDA Series Features:
•Dual path Video Processor and Distribution Amplifier
•14x paths of processing in 3RU

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•Comprehensive video processing DA functionality with 6x processed coax outputs and 4x
processed fiber outputs per path
•Re-clocked, non-proceed outputs and processed outputs may be independently sourced from
the SFP or coaxial inputs (software selectable)
•Mini DIN 1.0/2.3 I/O support with +DIN rear panel option
•Fiber inputs and outputs are available when fiber SFP transmit and/or receive modules are
installed
•Coaxial SFP’s may also be installed in SFP ports to provide alternate coaxial inputs and/or
additional processed coaxial outputs
•Input may be sourced from coaxial or SFP sources, and through software selection may be
manually forced to either input or may operate in an automatic mode based on loss of video
•Economical SCTE104 message insertion over IP via the SCTE104 API with+SCTE104-2 option
•Support for 16 channels of embedded audio
•5.1 to stereo down-mixing (LoRo or LtRt)
•VistaLink Pro and SNMP enabled
•Optional monitoring quality MPEG2/H.264 encoder
•User selectable encode bit rate
•Compatible with PC, STB or dedicated modular decoders
•AAC-LC, HE-AAC-V1/2 encoded audio
•Optional Frame Sync and Up/Down/Cross conversion
•Broadcast quality up/down/cross conversion with de-interlacing
•Video proc, detail enhancement, color space conversions
•Full processing of CEA 608/708 Closed Captions and time code with all required data
translations and time code re-calculations
[+UMX2] Auto Stereo to 5.1 Upmix Processor Features:
•Auto detection of stereo (2-ch) or surround (5.1 ch) input audio
•Automatically upmixes stereo (2-ch) to surround (5.1 ch)
•Audio input mixer processing (source / gain / invert)
[+IG2] IntelliGain® 16-channel Loudness Processor Features:
•Normalize loudness of audio programs to a target level
•Supports up to 16 programs and 16 channels (per video path)
•Relatively constant gain within a program interval to preserve audio dynamic range
•Simultaneously process multiple multi-channel programs
•User adjustable attack and release times
•Loudness algorithm based on ITU-R BS.1770-3
•Peak limiting
•LKFS calculations
•Momentary, short term and integrated loudness measurements

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[+UDX2] Advanced Video Processing Up/Down/Cross Conversion with Frame Synchronization
Features:
•Independently configurable for both video paths
•Up/Down/Cross conversion between supported video standards
•Full translation of time code (SMPTE 12M: D-VITC, ANC-LTC, ANC-VITC)
•Full translation of closed caption data (CEA608, CEA708)
•Full translation of teletext (OP42, OP47)
•User configurable ANC data pass through during video standard conversion
•Temporal Noise Reduction (TNR)
•Motion adaptive deinterlacing (MAD)
•Fully user configurable, high quality scaler
•AFD input processing and output AFD authoring
•System time code generation with NTP synchronization
[+SLKE2] IP Streaming H.264/MPEG-2 Video Encoder Features:
•Independently configurable for both video paths
•H.264 or MPEG-2 video encoding
•Constant or Variable Bitrate Modes
•User configurable bitrates between 0.5 Mbps to 25 Mbps per path.
•MPEG-2 Layer 1/ HE-AAC-V1 / HE-AAC-V2 / AAC-LC Stereo (2-ch) audio encoding
•Dedicated surround sound (5.1 ch) to stereo (2 ch) audio down-mixer
•Closed caption support
•Supports multicast or unicast destination IP addresses
1.1. PRODUCT OPTIONS
This manual covers all variations and ordering options for the 7815VPDA series platform. There are a
number of different possible configurations of the 7815VPDA. The supported product options can be
easily described using the product formula below. All product configurations that satisfy the formula
are valid, and are supported by the 7815VPDA series.
7815VPDA {-HD/-3G}-F-2 [+UDX2] [+UMX2][+IG2][+SLKE2][SCTE104]
Where:
{ } = Mandatory
[ ] = Optional
/ = OR logic

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Figure 1-1 : 7815VPDA System Block Diagram

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16-channel
Audio
De-embedder
Coax/Fiber
SDI
Input Video
Global
Audio Delay
Mono
Mix
16 channel
IntelliGain
(+IG2 Option)
5.1 to Stereo
Down-Mix
Coax/Fiber
SDI
Output Video
Mono
Mix
Embedded
Mixer Output
16-channel
Audio
Embedder
Input Audio
Correction
Path 1 Path 2
Stereo to 5.1
Auto Up-Mix
(+UMX2 Option)
x16 x16 x16
x16
x8
x16
x16
x2 x1
Audio Mixer
x6 x8
x8
x16
x16
16-channel
Audio
De-embedder
Coax/Fiber
SDI
Input Video
Global
Audio Delay
Mono
Mix
16 channel
IntelliGain
(+IG2 Option)
5.1 to Stereo
Down-Mix
Coax/Fiber
SDI
Output Video
Mono
Mix
Embedded
Mixer Output
16-channel
Audio
Embedder
Input Audio
Correction Stereo to 5.1
Auto Up-Mix
(+UMX2 Option)
x16 x16 x16
x16
x8
x16
x16
x2 x1
Audio Mixer
x6 x8
x8
x16
x16
SDI
Program
Output Video
SDI
Program
Output Video
x16
x16
Figure 1-2 : 7815VPDA Audio Block Diagram

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2. GETTING STARTED
All 7815 series modules come with a companion rear plate and occupy two slots in the 7800FR frame
or three slots in the 7700FR-C. If a 7815 series module is installed in a 7700FR-C without the slot
blocker installed, the card will not power-up and the LOCAL FAULT LED will be on. For information on
mounting the rear plate and inserting the module into the frame see section 3 of the 7700FR manual.
Refer to Figure 2-1for 7815 series rear plate layout.

NOTE: For proper operation in the 7700FR-C, the on-board slot blocker must be installed.

NOTE: The 7815IDA, 7847FSEDA and 7815VPDA all use an identical rear-plate. This
allows 7815IDA or 7847FSEDA modules to be interchanged with 7815VPDA modules for
additional video processing capabilities, such as Up/Down/Cross conversion and IP video
encoding, without requiring a change to the backplane interconnect.
Figure 2-1 : 7815XX-F-2 Rear Plate Layout

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2.1. INPUT / OUTPUT CONNECTIONS
PGM IN: Accepts a 10-bit serial digital video signal (SDI) compatible with SMPTE 259M,
SMPTE 292M and SMPTE 425M. The module can be set to receive a specific
video standard or set to automatically detect the supplied input video standard.
PGM IN or FIBER IN can be selected for subsequent video processing.
FIBER IN: Accepts a 10-bit SDI compatible with SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M and SMPTE
425M. The module can be set to receive a specific video standard or set to
automatically detect the supplied input video standard. PGM IN or FIBER IN can
be selected for subsequent video processing.
COAX OUT (1-6): These BNC connectors are used to output 10-bit SDI compatible with SMPTE
292M, SMPTE 259M or SMPTE 425M.
FIBER OUT (1-4): These fiber connectors are used to output 10-bit SDI video compatible with
SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 259M or SMPTE 425M.
DA OUT (1-2): These BNC connectors are used to output reclocked 10-bit SDI input video
compatible with SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 259M or SMPTE 425M.
REF IN: This BNC is for connecting a bi-level or tri-level reference. Reference format is
auto-detected by the module. Reference may also be supplied via the 7700FR-G
and 7800FR FRAME REFERENCE inputs. User can select the reference source
to be either the card’s external reference or one of the FRAME REFERENCE
BNC.
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NOTE: The 7815VPDA series does not lock to external reference without the [+UDX2]
product option. The external reference is only used for the extraction of time and date
information from the VITC embedded in the external reference signal. With the [+UDX2]
product option, full support for frame synchronization and phase alignment relative to an
external reference signal is supported.

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2.2. ETHERNET CONNECTIONS
All 7815 series modules are designed to use either 10Base-T (10 Mbps) or 100Base-TX (100 Mbps)
also known as Fast Ethernet, twisted pair Ethernet cabling systems. When connecting for 10Base-T
systems, category 3, 4, or 5 UTP cable as well as EIA/TIA – 568-100ΩSTP cable may be used. When
connecting for 100Base-TX systems, category 5 UTP cable is required. Make the network connection
by plugging one end of a “straight through” cable into the RJ-45 receptacle of the 7815 modules and
the other end into a port of the supporting hub. If you are connecting the 7815 series module directly to
an Ethernet port on a computer, you will have to use a “crossover” cable.
Straight-through RJ-45 cables can be purchased or can be constructed using the pin out information in
Table 2-1 for the current RJ-45 standards (AT&T 258A or EIA/TIA 258B colour coding shown). Also,
refer to the notes following the table for additional wiring guide information.
Pin
1
Pin #
Signal
EIA/TIA 568A
AT&T 258A or
EIA/TIA 568B
10BaseT
or 100BaseT
1 Transmit + White/Green White/Orange X
2 Transmit – Green/White or White
Orange/White or
Orange
X
3 Receive + White/Orange White/Green X
4 N/A Blue/White or Blue Blue/White or Blue
Not used
(required)
5 N/A White/Blue White/Blue
Not used
(required)
6 Receive –
Orange/White or
Orange
Green/White or Green X
7 N/A White/Brown White/Brown
Not used
(required)
8 N/A Brown/White or Brown Brown/White or Brown
Not used
(required)
Table 2-1 : Colour Code Wiring for the Current RJ 45 Standards
Note the following cabling information for this wiring guide:
•Only two pairs of wires are used in the 8-pin RJ 45 connector to carry Ethernet signals.
•Even though pins 4, 5, 7 and 8 are not used, it is mandatory that they be present in the cable.
•10BaseT and 100BaseT use the same pins; a crossover cable made for one will work with the
other.
•Pairs may be solid colours and not have a stripe.
•Category 5 cables must use Category 5 rated connectors.
The maximum cable run between the 7815 series modules and the supporting hub is 300 ft (90 m).
Note that the two LEDs on the Ethernet connector are not used and will not light up when connected to
an Ethernet network. Ethernet functionality is not impacted by the lack of these LEDs lighting up.

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2.2.1. Ethernet Ports
CONTROL: This port is purposed for connection to the facilities control network. The network
IP configuration can be setup for the CONTROL port in the IP tab of the
VistaLINK® PRO 7815 module global configuration view.
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NOTE: The 7815VPDA series does not currently support SNMP configuration via the
CONTROL port. A 7700FC/7800FC must be used for module configuration.
DATA: This port is purposed for connection to the facilities data network. This port is
only functional with the [+SLKE2] IP streaming video encoder product option. The
network IP configuration can be setup for the DATA port in the IP tab of the
VistaLINK® PRO 7815 module global configuration view.
2.2.2. Ethernet Status LEDs
GREEN LED: The GREEN LED reports Link/Act activity. When it is GREEN FLASHING, traffic
is present on the port (either Tx or Rx). When it is OFF, no activity is present on
the port.
YELLOW LED: The YELLOW LED reports connection speed. When it is ON, a 1Gbps link has
been established. When it is OFF, either a 10Mbps or 100Mbps link has been
established.
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NOTE: The 7815VPDA does not support configuration of the DATA port without the
[+SLKE2] product option. The DATA port is used exclusively for IP streaming encoded
video.