evertz EMX Series User manual

EMX Series Multiframes
User Manual
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EVERTZ MICROSYSTEMS LTD.
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Version 1.6, Jan 2021
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purchasers of the EMX Series Multiframes. Evertz Microsystems expressly prohibits the use of this manual for any purpose other than the
operation of the EMX Series Multiframes. Due to on going research and development, features and specifications in this manual are subject to
change without notice.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the express written permission of Evertz Microsystems Ltd. Copies of
this manual can be ordered from your Evertz dealer or from Evertz Microsystems.

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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 this information
•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 COMP
LETELY 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
This equipment with the CE marking complies with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low
Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European standards:
•EN60065 Product Safety
•EN55103-1 Electromagnetic Interference Class A (Emission)
•EN55103-2 Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity)
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.

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REVISION HISTORY
REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
1.0 First Release Feb 2011
1.1 Updated power supply specs May 2013
1.2 Updated EMX1-FR May 2014
1.3 Added EMX-FC information Aug 2014
1.4 Some minor changes Oct 2015
1.5 Updated electrical installation and service instructions Dec 2020
1.6 Updated section 4.2 and 5.1.1 safety instructions Jan 2021
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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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW.........................................................................................................................................1
2. INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................................................3
2.1. COOLING – EMX1-FR...............................................................................................................4
2.1.1. Fan Exhaust....................................................................................................................4
2.2. COOLING - EMX3-FR................................................................................................................5
2.2.1. Fan Exhaust....................................................................................................................5
2.3. COOLING – EMX6-FR...............................................................................................................5
2.3.1. Fan Exhaust....................................................................................................................5
2.4. MOUNTING................................................................................................................................6
2.5. POWER......................................................................................................................................6
2.5.1. Power Cord .....................................................................................................................6
2.5.2. Power Supply Status Indicators.......................................................................................7
2.5.2.1. EMX1-FR ..............................................................................................................8
2.5.2.2. EMX3-FR and EMX6-FR.......................................................................................8
2.6. FRAME CONTROLLER .............................................................................................................9
2.6.1. Configuring Basic Network settings...............................................................................10
2.6.2. Ethernet Connection .....................................................................................................10
3. SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................11
3.1. ELECTRICAL...........................................................................................................................11
3.2. PHYSICAL ...............................................................................................................................11
3.2.1. Compliance ...................................................................................................................12
3.3. STATUS INDICATORS ............................................................................................................
12
3.4. PHYSICAL ...............................................................................................................................13
3.5. MODULE CAPACITY...............................................................................................................13
3.6. WEIGHT...................................................................................................................................13
4. INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE MODULES .............................................................................15
4.1. ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) PRECAUTIONS .......................................................15
4.2. RESTRICTED ACCESS AREA ................................................................................................15
4.3. INSTALLING THE MODULE REAR PLATES..........................................................................15

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4.4. OPENING AND CLOSING THE FRONT PANEL .....................................................................15
4.4.1. EMX3 and EMX6...........................................................................................................16
4.4.2. EMX1 ............................................................................................................................16
4.5. INSTALLING THE MODULES .................................................................................................16
4.6. REMOVING THE MODULES...................................................................................................16
5. SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................................................17
5.1. INSTRUCTIONAL SAFEGUARDS...........................................................................................17
5.1.1. IEC 60417-5041 Hot Surface ........................................................................................ 17
5.1.2. The IEC 60417-6042 Lightning Flash Symbol ............................................................... 18
5.1.3. IEC 60417-6172 Multiple Power Sources Symbol ......................................................... 18
5.2. CHANGING THE FUSES (NOT APPLICABLE TO EXM1) ......................................................18
5.3. REPLACING THE POWER SUPPLY.......................................................................................18
Figures
Figure 2-1: EMX1-FR Rear View............................................................................................................3
Figure 2-2: EMX3-FR Rear View............................................................................................................3
Figure 2-3: EMX6-FR Rear View............................................................................................................4
Figure 2-4: EMX1-PS, EMX3-PS & EMX6-PS Status Indicators ............................................................ 7
Figure 2-5: Serial Connection ................................................................................................................9
Figure 2-6: Tera Term Main Menu .........................................................................................................9
Figure 2-7: Tera Term Network Configuration...................................................................................... 10
Tables
Table 2-1: LED Status............................................................................................................................8

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1. OVERVIEW
The EMX series frames are designed to house the EMR series router, the EMC master controller and
other high-density system products. This advanced rack frame design comes in three sizes. The EMX1-
FR occupies 1RU rack space and can house up to 2 single-slot modules. The EMX3-FR occupies 3RU
rack space and can house up to 5 single-slot modules of any combination of the EMR and EMC products.
The EMX6-FR occupies 6RU rack space and can house up to 15 single-slot modules of the same
products.
Special care was taken during the design process to ensure that the EMX1-FR, EMX3-FR and EMX6-FR
frames meet the demanding needs of television studios today and have the sufficient flexibility to satisfy
the emerging demands of the future. The EMX1-FR, EMX3-FR and EMX6-FR frames are designed with a
high density capacity to conserve on precious equipment rack space. Care has been taken to ensure
sufficient thermal relief for up to 140 W (EMX1-FR), up to 360 W (EMX3-FR) and 650 W (EMX6-FR) of
processing power per frame, to meet the increasing power demands of future high speed processing
cards. Hot swappable redundant switching power supplies and cooling fans allow power supply or fan
replacement without compromising the integrity of critical signal paths. The EMX1-FR, EMX3-FR and
EMX6-FR frames are available with auto ranging 100-240 VAC power supplies. The front loading design
permits extraction of the power supplies and active modules from the front without compromising
performance even at 3.0Gb/s. Thus, there is no need for time consuming re-cabling nor is there need to
have access to the rear of the frame to replace or exchange modules.
The EMX1-FR, EMX3-FR and EMX6-FR frames can both accommodate a main and redundant frame
controller (EMX-FC) to provide reference, Ethernet control and serial control for certain applications.
Features:
•Houses up to 2 (EMX1-FR), 5 (EMX3-FR) or 15 (EMX6-FR) single-slot processing modules
•Each slot has individually configurable inputs and outputs
•Front extractable modules, power supplies and fans
•Auto-ranging power supply that operates from 100-240VAC at 50/60 Hz
•Power supply and frame cooling fans are fully redundant and hot-swappable
•High-speed busing and control system provided for modular applications
•Slots available for main and redundant EMX-FC frame controllers, in EMX3-FR and EMX6-FR
•140 W (EMX1-FR), 360 W (EMX3-FR) or 650 W (EMX6-FR) power supplies and cooling to support
EMR and EMC modules
•Two BNCs for connecting two separate genlock references for modules equipped to take a frame
reference input

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2. INSTALLATION
The EMX1-FR, EMX6-FR and EMX3-FR frames use an EMX-FC frame controller which provides two
network connections via RJ-45 connectors and two references via BNC connectors. The BNC labeled Ref
1 is the main reference and the BNC labeled Ref 2 is the backup reference. Figure 2-2 and Figure 2-3
show the rear of the EMX3-FR and EMX6-FR frames respectively.
The EMX3-FR and EMX6-FR frames have optional redundant frame controller configurations; however
the EMX1-FR only houses one frame controller.
Figure 2-1: EMX1-FR Rear View
Figure 2-2: EMX3-FR Rear View

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Figure 2-3: EMX6-FR Rear View
2.1. COOLING – EMX1-FR
The EMX1-FR frame is designed to ensure adequate cooling for up to 140 watts of processing power per
frame. PSU’s are cooled with their own internal fans. Adjacent equipment may be mounted immediately
to the top and bottom of the EMX1-FR. Module cooling is provided by fans mounted to the front of panel
of the frame.
2.1.1. Fan Exhaust
The power supply fans draw air in the front and exhaust out the back of the frame. The module fans draw
in air from the front and exhaust out the right hand side of the frame.
CAUTION: To ensure adequate cooling, care should be taken to ensure that the
fan inlets and exhaust openings are free of obstructions.
CAUTION: To ensure adequate cooling of modules, the front panel must always
be securely mounted to the frame.

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2.2. COOLING - EMX3-FR
The EMX3-FR is designed to ensure adequate cooling for up to 360 watts of processing power per frame.
Fans at the front and rear of each power supply module accomplish forced air cooling. Adjacent
equipment may be mounted immediately to the top and bottom of the EMX3-FR frame. Additional module
cooling is provided by interior cooling channels to ensure that even fully loaded frames mounted vertically
adjacent to each other will operate within the normal temperature range.
2.2.1. Fan Exhaust
The cooling fans for the power supplies, located at the front of the frame, draw air in the front and exhaust
out the sides of the frame. The cooling fans for the modules, located at the rear of the frame, draw air in
the front and the exhaust out the rear of the frame.
CAUTION:
To ensure adequate cooling, care should be taken to ensure that the
fan inlets and exhaust openings are free of obstructions.
2.3. COOLING – EMX6-FR
The EMX6-FR frame is designed to ensure adequate cooling for up to 650 watts of processing power per
frame. Fans at the front and rear of each power supply module accomplish forced air cooling. Adjacent
equipment may be mounted immediately to the top and bottom of the EMX6-FR. Additional module
cooling is provided by interior cooling channels to ensure that even fully loaded frames mounted vertically
adjacent to each other will operate within the normal temperature range.
2.3.1. Fan Exhaust
The cooling fans for the power supplies, located at the front of the frame, draw air in the front and exhaust
out the sides of the frame. The cooling fans for the modules, located at the sides of the frame, draw air in
the front and the exhaust out the left and right sides of the frame.
CAUTION: To ensure adequate cool
ing, care should be taken to ensure that the
fan inlets and exhaust openings are free of obstructions.

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2.4. MOUNTING
The EMX1-FR requires a 19” x 1.75” x 18.75” (483 mm x 45mm x 477mm) space, the EMX3-FR requires
a 19” x 5.25” x 15.75” (483 mm x 133 mm x 400 mm) space and the EMX6-FR requires a 19” x 10.5” x
15.75” (483 mm x 260 mm x 400 mm) space. To securely fasten the frame to the equipment rack, make
sure that all four mounting screws on each mounting rail are tightened securely.

Note: The EMX6-FR, EMX3-FR and EMX1-
FR have front mounted cooling fans
and require that the area below is flush so that there is sufficient room to open
the frame completely to be able to remove the modules.
After the unit has been installed in a rack, all cards in the frame should be checked to ensure they are
fully seated within the frame. This is best accomplished by simply pushing (simultaneously, with moderate
force) on each card’s top and bottom insertion/extraction levers. This step should be repeated any time
the frame is shipped, or relocated within a facility.
2.5. POWER
2.5.1. Power Cord
Power should be applied by connecting a 3-wire grounding type power supply cord to the power entry
module on the rear panel of each power supply. For use in North America, the power cord should be a
minmum 14AWG wire, type SVT marked VW-1, maximum 2.5m in length. For use outside North America
use a power cord approved for the country of use with a minimum 1.00mm2wire size.
CAUTION – To reduce risk of electric shock, grounding of the ground pin of the
mains plug must be maintained.

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2.5.2. Power Supply Status Indicators
Figure 2-4: EMX1-PS, EMX3-PS & EMX6-PS Status Indicators

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2.5.2.1. EMX1-FR
EMX1-FR power supplies have 2 LEDs which are located on the rear side of the frame, showing the
status of each supply. Top LED is green and indicated AC power is on or off. Bottom LED is bi-colored:
green and yellow. This indicated DC power presence or fault situations. For the position of LEDs see
Figure 2-4. The following table shows different LED states:
Operating Condition
LED Signaling
AC LED
AC Line within range
Solid Green
AC Line UV condition
Off
DC LED
12V DC
Solid Yellow
Over temperature shutdown
Output over voltage shutdown (12V DC)
Output over current shutdown (12V DC)
PSU Fan Error (>15%)
Over temperature warning
Blinking Yellow/Green (2:1)
Minor fan regulation error (>5%, <15%)
Blinking Yellow/Green (1:1)
12V DC Good
Solid Green
Table 2-1: LED Status
2.5.2.2. EMX3-FR and EMX6-FR
Each power supply has two status indicator LEDs. The green PSU STATUS LED indicates the health of
the local power supply and its fans. The green PSU STATUS LED will be On under normal conditions.
The FRAME STATUS LED indicates the health of the entire frame and is operated by the frame status
bus of the frame. The red FRAME STATUS LED will be Off under normal conditions and On when there
are Frame Status Fault conditions.
If one of the power supplies malfunctions, (power cord disconnected, power switch is off, fuse is blown,
rear fan is stopped, etc,) then its green PSU STATUS LED will go Off, and the red FRAME STATUS LED
on both power supplies will turn On and the Frame Status fault will be signaled to the Frame status buss.
The PSU STATUS LED on the power supply that is functioning will remain On.

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2.6. FRAME CONTROLLER
To successfully install the EMX-FC, you will require the following:
1. Unused IP address on the network or a DHCP server.
2. Evertz serial cable.
Before handling the card it is important to minimize the potential effects of static electricity. It is therefore
recommended that an ESD strap be worn.
Before inserting the card, connect the serial cable to the board using the serial cable provided as shown in
Figure 2-5. Now insert the FC card into the dedicated front slot ensuring the card lines up with the slot
runners on the bottom and the top of the chassis. Push the card firmly into the slot ensuring that when it
mates with the rear card it has been firmly pushed into a seated position. Do not connect any cables to
the rear card (failure to do this could cause unwanted network issues) until the initial configuration has
been completed.
Figure 2-5: Serial Connection
Connect the 9-pin D-type end of the serial cable to the serial port of your computer.
Open Tera Term (if using Windows XP or older operating systems, open Hyper Terminal) to make the
required changes to the IP address on the card. Set the required Baud rate to 115200 and use username
customer and password customer to login.
Figure 2-6: Tera Term Main Menu

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2.6.1. Configuring Basic Network settings
To make changes to the IP address select Network Setup. Set the IP address of the B Network as well
as the Netmask and the Gateway. Make the same changes for the IP address and Gateway of Network
A and C as required. When done Exit (X) the Network Setup and Save and Exit (X) from the Main Menu
to ensure all changes are saved. Reboot the card to ensure the changes take effect.
Figure 2-7: Tera Term Network Configuration
2.6.2. Ethernet Connection
For the EMX6 and EMX3 frames, ensure the Ethernet connection is made through Ethernet port 1B. For
the EMX1 frame, ensure the Ethernet connection is made through Ethernet port 1.

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3. SPECIFICATIONS
3.1. ELECTRICAL
EMX6-FR:
AC Mains Input: Auto ranging, 100 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Max Operating Current: 9.5 A (@ 115 VAC nominal), 4.0 A (@ 220 VAC nominal)
Max Power Consumption: 850 W
Max Module Load: 650 W (40 W per slot)
Power Supply Configuration: 1 supply standard, optional redundant supply requires separate inlet
Connector: IEC 60320 - 1 per power supply
EMX3-FR:
AC Mains Input: Auto ranging, 100 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Max Operating Current: 4.6 A (@ 100 V/60Hz), 1.85A (@ 240 V/50Hz)
Max Power Consumption: 450 W
Max Module Load: 360 W (24 W per slot)
Power Supply Configuration: 1 supply standard, optional redundant supply requires separate inlet
Connector: IEC 60320 - 1 per power supply
EMX1-FR:
AC Mains Input: Auto ranging, 100 240 V AC, 50/60Hz
Max Operating Current: 8.5 A (@ 100V/60Hz), 3.0 A (@ 240V/50Hz)
Max Power Consumption: 600 W
Max Module Load: 140 W (70 W per slot)
Power Supply Configuration: 1 supply standard, optional redundant supply required separate inlet
Connector: IEC 60320 – 1 per power supply
3.2. PHYSICAL
EMX6-FR:
Height: 10.5” (266mm)
Width: 19.0” (483mm)
Depth: 15.75” (400mm)
Module Capacity: 15 single slot EMR series modules
Weight Approx.: 34.8lbs (15.8kg) with 2 power supplies, no slots occupied
64.0lbs (29kg) with 2 power supplies, all slots occupied
EMX3-FR:
Height: 5.25” (133mm)
Width: 19.0” (483mm)
Depth: 15.75” (400mm)
Module Capacity: 5 single slot EMR series modules
Weight Approx.: 17.4lbs (7.9kg) with 2 power supplies, no slots occupied
32.0lbs (14.5kg) with 2 power supplies, all slots occupied

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EMX1-FR:
Height: 1.75” (45 mm)
Width: 19.0” (483 mm)
Depth: 18.75” (477 mm)
Module Capacity: 2 single slot EMX series modules
Weight: 15 lbs (6.8kg) with 2 power supplies, no slots occupied
22.0lbs (10kg) with 2 power supplies, all slots occupied
3.2.1. Compliance
EMX6-FR:
Safety: CSA Listed to CSA C22.2 No. 60065-03, UL 60065-03
IEC 60065-(2001-12) 7th Edition
Complies with CE Low voltage Directive 93/68/EEC
EMC: Complies with FCC part 15, class A
Complies with EU EMC directive 89/336/EEC
EMX3-FR:
Safety: CSA Listed to CSA C22.2 No. 60065-03, UL 60065-03
IEC 60065-(2001-12) 7th Edition
Complies with CE Low voltage Directive 93/68/EEC
EMC: Complies with FCC part 15, class A
Complies with EU EMC directive 89/336/EEC
EMX1-FR:
Safety: CSA Listed to CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1-07, Amendment
1:2011(MOD)
ANSI/UL Std. No. 60950-1-2011
Complies with CE Low voltage Directive 2004/108/EC
EMC: Complies with FCC part 15, class A
Complies with EU EMC directive 89/336/EEC
3.3. STATUS INDICATORS
•PSU status LED
•Local Error/Failure LED