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1. OVERVIEW.........................................................................................................................................1
2. INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................................2
2.1. INSTALLING THE MODULE REAR PLATE.............................................................................2
2.2. INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE MODULE........................................................................4
2.3. REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................4
2.3.1. Ethernet Connection ......................................................................................................4
2.3.2. Serial I/O Connections...................................................................................................6
2.4. REPLACING THE BATTERY....................................................................................................6
2.4.1. Safety Guidelines and Precautions concerning the Use of 3V Lithium Batteries...........6
3. SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................................................7
3.1. ETHERNET................................................................................................................................7
1.2. SERIAL I/O................................................................................................................................7
3.1. ELECTRICAL ............................................................................................................................7
3.2. PHYSICAL.................................................................................................................................7
4. STATUS LEDS...................................................................................................................................8
4.1. MODULE STATUS LEDS..........................................................................................................8
4.2. ETHERNET STATUS LEDS......................................................................................................8
4.2.1. Card Edge Ethernet LEDs..............................................................................................8
5. JUMPERS...........................................................................................................................................9
5.1. SELECTING WHETHER LOCAL FAULTS WILL BE MONITORED BY THE GLOBAL
FRAME STATUS.......................................................................................................................9
5.2. CONFIGURING THE MODULE FOR FIRMWARE UPGRADES ..............................................9
6. CONFIGURING THE FRAME CONTROLLER.................................................................................10
6.1. ESTABLISHING COMMUNICATION WITH THE FRAME CONTROLLER.................................................10
6.1.1. Connecting the Computer to the Card Edge Serial Port ..............................................10
6.1.2. Terminal Program Setup..............................................................................................10
6.2. CONFIGURING THE NETWORK SETTINGS .....................................................................................11
6.2.1. Network Setup..............................................................................................................11
6.2.2. SNMP Setup.................................................................................................................13

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6.2.2.1. Community Strings..........................................................................................13
6.2.2.2. Trap Setup ......................................................................................................14
6.2.3. Exiting the Setup Menu................................................................................................14
7. UPGRADING THE FRAME CONTROLLER IMAGE VistaLINK®....................................................15
7.1. PROCEDURES FOR UPGRADING THE FRAME CONTROLLER IMAGE VISTALINK®............................15
7.1.1. Determining 7700FC Image using VistaLINK®.............................................................15
7.1.2. Determining fcboot version...........................................................................................16
7.1.2.1. Connecting the Computer to the Card Edge Serial Port.................................16
7.1.2.2. Viewing Startup Information............................................................................17
7.2. REMOTE UPGRADE PROCEDURE USING VISTALINK®....................................................................17
7.2.1. Downloading the 7700FC Frame Controller Image......................................................17
7.2.2. Upgrading the Frame Controller Image using VistaLINK®............................................18
7.3. SERIAL CARD EDGE UPGRADE PROCEDURE................................................................................19
7.3.1. Downloading Upgrade Files.........................................................................................19
7.3.2. Linking the Frame Controller to the Network adapter...................................................19
7.3.3. Connecting the computer to the card edge serial port .................................................19
7.3.4. Setting the 7700FC Frame Controller to Upgrade Mode..............................................19
7.3.5. Viewing Startup Information.........................................................................................20
7.3.6. Upgrading The 7700FC Boot Loader...........................................................................20
7.3.7. Upgrading the 7700FC Frame Controller.....................................................................21
8. UPGRADING MODULE FIRMWARE THROUGH THE 7700FC FRAME CONTROLLER..............23
Figures:
Figure 1: 7700FC Block Diagram............................................................................................................1
Figure 2: 7700FR-C Rear Panel with Cover Plate Installed....................................................................2
Figure 3: 7700FR-C Rear Panel Kit Installation......................................................................................3
Figure 4: 7700FC Rear Panel .................................................................................................................4
Figure 5: Crossover Cable Wiring Diagram.............................................................................................6
Figure 6: 7700FC Status LED Location...................................................................................................8
Figure 7 : Location of Jumpers................................................................................................................9
Tables:
Table 1: Standard RJ45 Wiring Colour Codes for “Straight Through” Cables.........................................5
Table 2: Serial I/O Connector Pin Definitions..........................................................................................6
Table 3: 7700 Upgrade Cable (WA-S76) ..............................................................................................10

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REVISION HISTORY
REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
0.1 Original Version – Preliminary Jun 00
1.0 Update to revision 0.1 including September 27, 2000 modification note,
RS-232 specifications and tables, block diagrams & LED update.
Coincides with 7700FC firmware/image release 1.0
Jun 01
1.1 Added Frame Controller configuration guidelines. Jul 01
1.2 Updated Frame Controller Block Diagram Aug 01
1.2.1 Minor updates to improve document clarity Oct 01
1.3 Added section on 7700FC Image Upgrade Procedure Jan 02
1.3.1 Minor update to section reference Apr 02
1.3.2 Minor correction to section 7.1.6, step 6 Jul 02
1.4.0 Support for ftp upgrades and Frame MIB; new rear plate assembly Aug 02
1.4.1 Minor corrections to sections 6.1.1 and 8 Mar 04
1.4.2 Added rear plate installation drawings Sep 04
1.4.3 Updated Firmware upgrade instructions in section 7 Dec 04
1.4.4 Safety precautions re battery replacement added Apr 05
1.4.5 Minor typographical errors fixed Aug 05
1.4.6 Added Ethernet Crossover cable instructions Aug 06
1.4.7 Updated the frame controller upgrade instructions in section 7
Changed “route” to “gateway” throughout manual
Included info on disabling the DHCP in section 6.2.1
Nov 06
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 effected in any way by the use thereof. Any representations in this document concerning performance of
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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
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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
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1. OVERVIEW
The 7700FC Frame Controller card provides a single point of access to communicate with VistaLINK®
enabled 7700 series of cards. The 7700FC provides a 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet port and
communication is facilitated through the use of Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). The
7700FC handles all SNMP communications between the frame (7700FR-C) and the network manager
(NMS), and serves as a gateway to individual cards in the frame. The 7700FC also provides a RS-232
serial port for customer configurations.
Features:
• Complies with IEEE 802.3 100Base-TX and 10Base-T Ethernet standards
• 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet or 10 Mbps Ethernet data transfer, selected by auto-negotiation
• Full duplex or half-duplex operation, selected by auto negotiation
• RJ-45 connector for network cable connection
• RS-232 serial control port for configuration
• Front panel LEDs indicate module fault, microprocessor state, activity and link status
• Rear panel LEDs indicate Ethernet link, activity and speed
• Supports “ftp” upgrades for frame-wide firmware upgrades (product specific)
• Provides frame/chassis status information through enabled hardware via VistaLINK®including power
supply status, frame status, card insertion/removal counters, 7700FC software version number, LED
control
Female DB-9
RS-232
Processor
State LEDs
Diagnositic
LEDs
Activity
Link
Speed
RJ-45
Ethernet
10 Base T
100 Base Tx
CPU
USB
Host
Controller
32 MB
SDRAM
64 MB
Flash
Frame Status
Upgrade Port
Frame Communication
10/100
Ethernet
MAC/PHY
Figure 1: 7700FC Block Diagram
This product includes software developed by the University of California, Berkeley and its contributors. Copyright (c) 1982, 1986, 1991, 1993 The
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2. INSTALLATION
The 7700FC Frame Controller module can only be installed into 7700FR-C frames that have been fitted
with the proper module interconnect circuit board. These frames have an ‘L’ shaped cover plate installed,
adjacent to the IEC power inlet connector as shown in Figure 2. If your frame does not have this L shaped
cover plate then the 7700FC Frame controller card can not be installed in this frame.
Figure 2: 7700FR-C Rear Panel with Cover Plate Installed
2.1. INSTALLING THE MODULE REAR PLATE
The 7700FC rear panel kit consists of a screw and lock
washer, and two subassemblies, the 7700CM-2
connector module and the 7700FC rear panel plate
which houses the appropriate connectors for the module.
To install the 7700FC rear panel kit, locate the slot 1 at
the right side of the frame rear panel. Remove the filler
plates from the slot as shown in step 1 of Figure 3.
Install the 7700CM-2 subassembly first. Remove the
screw PART 1 as shown in Step 2. Carefully align the
7700CM-2 socket with the frame header and press firmly
into place as shown in step 3. Secure the 7700CM-2
subassembly with the M2.5x16 mm screw and M2.5 lock
washer as shown in Step 4.
Orient the 7700FC plate so that the labeling is visible
when the plate is installed (see Step 5). Loosely fasten
the plate to the extrusions using the mounting screws
you removed in Step 1. You will tighten the screws after
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2.2. INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE MODULE
In order to insert or remove modules you will have to open the front panel. Turn the two captive screws
located on the front panel counter clockwise several turns until they release completely from the front
extrusions. Carefully lower the front panel door so that the front edge of the door is lower than the rear of
the door.
To install the frame controller module, orient the module vertically such that the white card ejector is on the
bottom. Align the card with the card guide corresponding to the slot number where you installed the rear
panel plate. Carefully slide the module into the frame and press it completely into the rear panel
connectors. Make sure that the connectors are fully seated in the rear panel. When this is done, close the
front panel and then tighten the screws that hold the rear panel in place.
To remove the frame controller module, press the card ejector down to release the module from the back
panel connectors. Grasp the card using the card ejector and pull the module out from the frame. As the
card ejector goes past the front extrusion, you will have to pull it with slightly more force. Carefully place
the module in a safe place, free from static discharge.
2.3. REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS
Figure 4: 7700FC Rear Panel
2.3.1. Ethernet Connection
The 7700FC is designed to be used with 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. The cable must be “straight-through” with a
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cable into the RJ-45 receptacle of the 7700FC and the other end into a port of the supporting hub. When
connecting a 7700FC directly to the Ethernet port on a computer you will have to use a “crossover” cable
as shown in Figure 5.
The straight-through RJ-45 cable can be purchased or can be constructed using the pinout information in
Table 1. A colour code wiring table is provided in Table 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 # 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)
Pin
1
8 N/A Brown/White or Brown Brown/White or Brown Not used (required)
Table 1: Standard RJ45 Wiring Colour Codes for “Straight Through” Cables
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 also work with the
other.
• Pairs may be solid colours and not have a stripe.
• Category 5 cable must use Category 5 rated connectors.
The maximum cable run between the 7700FC and the supporting hub is 300 ft (100 m). The maximum
combined cable run between any two end points (i.e. 7700FC and PC/laptop via network hub) is 675 feet
(205 m).
Devices on the Ethernet network continually monitor the receive data path for activity as a means of
checking that the link is working correctly. When the network is idle, the devices also send a link test
signal to one another to verify link integrity. The 7700FC rear panel is fitted with two LEDs to monitor the
Ethernet connection.
10/100 This Amber LED is ON when a 100Base-TX link is last detected. The LED is OFF
when a 10Base-T link is last detected (the LINK LED is ON). Upon power-up the
LED is OFF as the last detected rate is not known and therefore defaults to the
10Base-T state until rate detection is completed.
LN/ACT This dual purpose Green LED indicates that the 7700FC has established a valid
linkage to its hub, whether the 7700FC is sending or receiving data. This LED will
be ON when the 7700FC has established a good link to its supporting hub. This
gives you a good indication that the segment is wired correctly. The LED will BLINK
when the 7700FC is sending or receiving data. The LED will be OFF if there is no
valid connection.
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Figure 5: Crossover Cable Wiring Diagram
2.3.2. Serial I/O Connections
SERIAL I/O: A 9 pin female 'D' connector for connection to a computer. Currently this port is not used.
Pin
# Name Description
1 GND Chassis ground
2 Tx RS-232 Transmit Output
3 Rx RS-232 Receive Input
4
5 Sig Gnd RS-232 Signal Ground
6
7 RTS RS-232 RTS Input
8 CTS RS-232 CTS Output
9
Table 2: Serial I/O Connector Pin Definitions
2.4. REPLACING THE BATTERY
The Frame Controller is fitted with a 3V Lithium battery type CR2032. This battery is used to power non-
volatile memory of some of the frame controller’s parameters while power is removed from the frame.
Before attempting to change the battery remove power from the 7700FC card.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced
Replace only with the same or equivalent type
2.4.1. Safety Guidelines and Precautions concerning the Use of 3V Lithium Batteries
Please observe the following warnings strictly. If misused, the batteries may explode or leak, causing
injury or damage to the equipment.
• The batteries must be inserted into the equipment with the correct polarity (+ and -).
• Do not attempt to revive used batteries by heating, charging or other means.
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• Do not short circuit batteries.
• Do not expose batteries to high temperatures, moisture or direct sunlight.
• Do not place batteries on a conductive surface (anti-static work mat, packaging bag or form trays)
as it can cause the battery to short.
3. SPECIFICATIONS
3.1. ETHERNET
Network Type: Fast Ethernet 100 Base-TX IEEE 802.3u standard for 100 Mbps baseband
CSMA/CD local area network
Ethernet 10 Base-T IEEE 802.3 standard for 10 Mbps baseband CSMA/CD local
area network
Connector: RJ-45
3.2. SERIAL I/O
Standard: RS-232
Connector: Female DB-9
Baud Rate: 57600
Format: 8 bits, no parity, 2 stop bits, no flow control
3.1. ELECTRICAL
Voltage: + 12VDC
Power: 7 Watts
EMI/RFI: Complies with FCC Part 15
Class A and EU EMC directive
3.2. PHYSICAL
7700FR-C frame mounting:
Number of slots: 1 (must be in slot 1 of 7700FR-C)

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4. STATUS LEDS
The location of the status LEDs is shown in Figure 6.
SPEED
LINK
ACTIVITY
DIAGNOSTIC
LEDS
Fault
OK 1/2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Figure 6: 7700FC Status LED Location
4.1. MODULE STATUS LEDS
The Frame MIB allows the user to enable/control LEDs 1 thru 9
MODULE STATUS (1/2) Upon power-up, and if disabled through the Frame MIB, only LED 2 will be
ON (“green”) when the module is operating properly. When both LEDs ½ are
enabled through the Frame MIB (VistaLINK®), both will flash alternatively.
DIAGNOSTIC LEDs When LEDs 3 through 9 are enabled, they will start flashing as defined
through the Frame MIB.
4.2. ETHERNET STATUS LEDS
4.2.1. Card Edge Ethernet LEDs
There are three red LEDs on the front card edge which provide Ethernet connection status at a glance.
ACTIVITY This LED will BLINK when the 7700FC is sending or receiving data.
LINK This LED will be ON when the 7700FC has established a good link to its supporting hub. This
indicates that the segment is wired correctly.
SPEED This LED is ON when a 100Base-TX link is last detected. The LED is OFF when a 10Base-T
link is last detected (the LINK LED is ON). Upon power-up, LED is OFF as the last detected
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5. JUMPERS
MODULE STATUS
SFF POWER +12V
RUN UPGRD
J5
J2
J3
ON - BUS - OFF
EVERTZ (2) 7700FC
GND
Figure 7 : Location of Jumpers
5.1. SELECTING WHETHER LOCAL FAULTS WILL BE MONITORED BY THE GLOBAL
FRAME STATUS
BUS The BUS jumper J3 located at the front of the module determines whether local faults (as
shown by the Local Fault indicator) will be connected to the 7700FR-C frame's global status
bus.
To monitor faults on this module with the frame status indicators (on the Power Supply
FRAME STATUS LED's and on the Frame's Fault Tally output) install this jumper in the On
position. (Default)
When this jumper is installed in the Off position, local faults on this module will not be
monitored.
5.2. CONFIGURING THE MODULE FOR FIRMWARE UPGRADES
UPGRADE The UPGRADE jumper J5 located behind the serial port header J2 is used when
firmware upgrades are being done to the module. For normal operation it should be
installed in the RUN position. See the Upgrading Firmware section 7 for more
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6. CONFIGURING THE FRAME CONTROLLER
The 7700FC Frame Controller is configured by connecting its serial port to a computer running a readily
available terminal program such as HyperTerminal. The following procedure will guide you through each
step of the configuration process.
You will need the following equipment in order to configure the 7700FC Frame Controller
• PC with available communications port. The communication speed is 57600 baud, therefore a 486 PC
or better with a 16550 UART based communications port is recommended.
• “Straight-thru” serial extension cable (DB9 female to DB9 male) or (DB25 female to DB9 male)
• Terminal program such as HyperTerminal
• Special upgrade cable supplied with the 7700FR frame. This cable is normally in the vinyl pouch at
the front of this manual. (Evertz part #WA S76).
6.1. ESTABLISHING COMMUNICATION WITH THE FRAME CONTROLLER
6.1.1. Connecting the Computer to the Card Edge Serial Port
Connect the 7700 serial upgrade cable to the 2x3 header (J2) at the front edge of the 7700FC card. Note
that pins 1 and 5 on the header should be removed and pins 1 and 5 on the cable connector should also
be plugged. If the cable is not keyed, make sure that you install it so that the cable is away from the front
of the frame when the module is installed (i.e. so that it passes over the full length of the card). Pin 1 of the
ribbon cable is brown and will be facing the edge of the module with the card ejector when the cable is
correctly installed.
7700FC End PC End
2 row X
3 pin Berg Pin 6 Conductor
Ribbon Cable 9 pin D
Female Pin
Key 1 Blue 1
Rx 2 Green Tx 2
Tx 3 Yellow Rx 3
Tx Gnd 4 Orange Gnd 5
Key 5 Red
--- 6 Brown
Table 3: 7700 Upgrade Cable (WA-S76)
6.1.2. Terminal Program Setup
1. Start the terminal program and configure the port settings of the terminal program as follows:
Baud 57600
Data bits 8
Parity no
Stop bits 2
Flow Control no
2. Install the 7700FC card into the frame. After the card powers up and the boot-up messages are
finished, a “login” prompt will appear in the terminal window. (For future reference 7700FC software
version information is displayed prior to the “login” prompt and should be quoted to Service staff when
required.)

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For example:
Kernel Build Date : Jul 17 2002 09:52:05
Software : v2.01 Build 3
Tag : fc_release-2-01-b3
Software Build Date : Jul 30 2002 13:47:25
Wed Feb 21 16:44:00 PST 2001
NetBSD/evertz (fc-default) (tty00)
login:
3. If the prompt does not appear, the following is a list of possible reasons for failed communications:
• Defective 7700 Serial Upgrade cable.
• Wrong communications port selected in the terminal program.
• Improper port settings in the terminal program. (Refer to step 2 for settings).
4. At the “login” prompt, enter:
• “customer” for user name <Enter>
• “customer” for password <Enter>
(NOTE - neither username nor password can be modified at the time of this manual revision release.)
5. A menu for Network and SNMP Configuration appears and is detailed in the next section.
6.2. CONFIGURING THE NETWORK SETTINGS
From main menu, two selections are available - Network Setup and SNMP Setup.
• Network Setup is used to set network IP addresses as well as broadcasting and routing instructions
• SNMP Setup is used to identify up to five trap destination IP addresses.
**** Main Menu ****
<1> Network Setup
<2> SNMP Setup
<X> Exit
<W> Exit without saving to flash
>
To choose one of the menu choices, press the letter or number shown on the left and then press <Enter>.
If you choose menu item 1 or 2 you will be presented with an additional menu. Choose menu items on
these sub menus in the same way or press Xto return to the main menu.
6.2.1. Network Setup
The Network Setup menu has six network parameters that need to be configured. If the network is using a
DHCP server, set the DHCP parameter to yes before proceeding to change the other parameters. When
the DHCP setting is set to yes, the IP Address, Netmask, Gateway, and Broadcast addresses are
automatically assigned and their corresponding menu items are disabled.
If the network is not using a DHCP server, set the DHCP parameter to No before proceeding to change
the IP Address, Netmask, Gateway, and Broadcast addresses.
The following screen displays the network settings on the 7700FC frame controller.

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**** Network Setup ****
(1) Use DHCP [N]
(2) Hostname [fc-default]
(3) IP Address [192.168.1.187]
(4) Netmask [255.255.255.0]
(5) Gateway [192.168.1.1]
(6) Broadcast [192.168.1.255]
(X) Exit
>
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The DHCP mode should be disabled before proceeding with the 7700FC Frame
Controller upgrade, which is outlined in section 7.3.7. In order to successfully
upgrade the device, select No [N] when prompted for DHCP mode, as shown in the
above network setup screen. If the DHCP is enabled you will be unable to proceed
further with the upgrade. See section 7.3.7 for instructions on upgrading the
7700FC Frame Controller.
The chart below gives a brief description of each menu item and what the parameter does. To choose
one of the menu choices, press the letter or number shown on the left and then press <Enter>. You will
be prompted to enter the required parameter value. When you are done configuring the Network Setup
menu items press Xto return to the main menu. If you are unclear about how to configure your network,
consult your network administrator.
Use DHCP This setting allows the Frame Controller to be automatically assigned an IP
address for the parameters below from a DHCP server during boot-up. If not
running a DHCP server, set this parameter to “No” first before making any
changes to other parameters.
Hostname A user-configurable 7700FC identifier. This menu item can be used to name the
specific frame, service or location of the 7700FC.
IP Address This control sets the unique IP address of the 7700FC within the network.
192.168.1.XXX is an example of an IP address in a private (internal) network. If
connecting multiple frames (each with its own frame controller), take care not to
use the same IP address for each.
Netmask
This menu item defines the “subnet mask” of the network. Specifically, this
parameter outlines all the IP addresses that can communicate with the 7700FC.
This parameter can be set to 255.255.255.0 for a private network.
Gateway This item identifies the IP address of the “gateway” (in previous versions of the
software, “gateway” is referred to as “route”). In its simplest sense the gateway
is a device that routes packets to different networks . If configured, the IP
address of the gateway must reside in the frame controller local subnet
that was defined by the subnet mask. In a private network, this gateway could
be identified as 192.168.1.1
Broadcast This menu item sets the “broadcast” IP address. For example, in a private
network with a subnet mask configured as 255.255.255.0, this parameter can
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To communicate beyond the private (internal) network and into the internet, all
messages must be relayed via the gateway (firewall). As a result, the firewall must
be configured separately by the end-user to facilitate communication. Consult your
network administrator if establishing communication link beyond the private
network.
For convenience and future reference, a chart is provided below to record IP configuration for this SNMP
network. (Additional blank charts have also been added at the end of this manual.)
Frame Controller Parameters IP Address
Hostname
IP Address
Netmask
Gateway
Broadcast
Once the Network Setup parameters have been configured, exit Network Setup by pressing Xthen
<Enter>. Proceed to the SNMP Setup menu option by entering 2then <Enter> at the Main Menu
prompt.
6.2.2. SNMP Setup
In the SNMP Setup menu, three parameters are configured:
Read Community
String Factory default “public” (No changes required. However, if these settings are
changed, the manager must have the identical settings. Otherwise no
communication will occur between the 7700FC and manager.)
Read/Write
Community String Factory default “private” (No changes required. However, if these settings are
changed, the manager must have the identical settings. Otherwise no
communication will occur between the 7700FC and manager.)
Trap Setup
This menu item identifies the destination IP addresses (SNMP Trap Handlers)
to which TRAPS are sent via SNMP. A maximum of five IP addresses may be
entered.
Once the SNMP Setup parameters have been configured, exit SNMP Setup by pressing Xthen <Enter>.
6.2.2.1. Community Strings
Community Strings are considered as “passwords” within SNMP, controlling the ability to read (“GET”)
and/or read/write (“SET”) values to a specific destination. “GET” and “SET” messages include the
community strings within their PDU (protocol data units). By factory default, community strings are set to
“public” and “private”, respectively. If these settings are changed, the SNMP manager’s community string
must agree with the “SET” string. Otherwise no communication will occur between the 7700FC and
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For example:
**** SNMP Setup ****
<1> Read Community String [public]
<2> Read/Write Community String [private]
<3> Trap Setup
<X> Exit
>
6.2.2.2. Trap Setup
“Trap Setup” allows the user to define IP addresses of the trap listeners for when the asynchronous
fault messages are sent. A maximum of five IP addresses can be stored in the Frame Controller. After
selecting “Add…” or “Remove…”, IP address are entered one at a time.
Add Trap
Destinations Add a SNMP trap server IP address to the TRAP distribution list.
Remove Trap
Destinations Remove a SNMP trap server IP address from the TRAP distribution list. For
example, selecting this option reveals the list of IP addresses with the prompt to
remove one from the list:
Trap #1: 192.168.1.76
Trap #2: 192.168.8.140
Remove trap # > 2
Show All Trap
Destinations Displays a list of all entered SNMP trap server IP addresses. For example:
Trap #1: 192.168.1.76
Trap #2: 192.168.8.140
Trap #3: 192.168.8.112
6.2.3. Exiting the Setup Menu
When you are at the main menu, press X to save the configuration to memory. After 30 seconds, A
successful save of the configuration is acknowledged with a commit successful statement, and the user is
returned to the “login” prompt.
For example: (after pressing X<enter>)
**** Main Menu ****
<1> Network Setup
<2> SNMP Setup
<X> Exit
<W> Exit without saving to flash
X
Please wait 30 seconds to save settings to flash…
Commit successful.
NetBSD/evertz <fc-default>
login:
Press Wif you made an error during configuration and want to exit the setup menu without saving the new
settings. In either case you will return to the “login:” prompt.

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**** Main Menu ****
<1> Network Setup
<2> SNMP Setup
<X> Exit
<W> Exit without saving to flash
W
NetBSD/evertz <fc-default>
login:
At this point, the serial connector can be removed from the Frame Controller and the terminal program
closed. An SNMP manager using the previously specified IP can now be initiated.
7. UPGRADING THE FRAME CONTROLLER IMAGE VistaLINK®
7.1. PROCEDURES FOR UPGRADING THE FRAME CONTROLLER IMAGE VistaLINK®
The 7700FC Frame Controller facilitates communication between the SNMP-enabled (VistaLINK®) cards,
residing in a frame and the SNMP Manager (VistaLINK®PRO). Frequently, new cards or new features for
existing cards are added to the VistaLINK®product family. In both cases, a new Management Information
Base (“MIB”) exists. Subsequently, the 7700FC should also be upgraded with the latest information
(“image”) to maintain the most up to date monitoring and control capabilities.
The 7700FC Frame Controller image can be upgraded by two different procedures, which are outlined in
sections 7.2 and 7.3. Using the procedures outlined in sections 7.1.1 and 7.1.2 determine which
procedure is needed based on the following criteria:
The two criteria are:
1. 7700FC Image is “fc_release-2-19-b1” or greater.
2. 7700FC Boot version is “Revision 2.0 Build 12”.
If both the criteria are met, then the 7700FC Frame Controller can be upgraded using the Remote
Upgrade procedure outlined in section 7.2. If both of the criteria is not met then you will have to use the
Serial Card Edge Upgrade procedure outlined in section 7.3.
7.1.1. Determining 7700FC Image using VistaLINK®
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1. Start a VistaLINK®Pro client and login
using the Administrator user account
(VLPRO-C does not use login accounts).
2. Expose the 7700FC in the hardware tree
using ‘Add/Update Frame’ and collapsing
the nodes in the tree appropriately.
3. Use the right-click mouse button on the
‘FC’ in the tree and select ‘View
configuration’.
4. Select the ‘Software Status’ tab in the
configuration view.
5. Compare the ‘Tag Name’ with criteria 1
in section 7.1.
FC shown in the hardware tree
Software Status tab for the FC Configuration view
7.1.2. Determining fcboot version
7.1.2.1. Connecting the Computer to the Card Edge Serial Port
You will need the following equipment in order to connect to the serial port on the 7700FC Frame
Controller.
• PC with available communications port. The communication speed is 57600 baud, therefore a 486
PC or better with a 165500 UART based communications port is recommended.
• “Straight-thru” serial extension cable (DB9 female to DB9 male) or (DB25 female to DB9 male)
• Terminal program such as HyperTerminal
• Special upgrade cable supplied with the 7700FR frame. This cable is normally in the vinyl pouch
at the front of the 7700FR manual binder. (Evertz part #WA S76).
Connect the 7700PB serial upgrade cable to the 2x3 header (J2) at the front edge of the 7700FC card.
Note that pins 1 and 5 on the header should be removed and pins 1 and 5 on the cable connector should
also be plugged. If the cable is not keyed, make sure that you install it so that the cable is away from front
of the frame when the module is installed (i.e. so that it passes over the full length of the card). Pin 1 of
the ribbon cable is brown and will be facing the edge of the module with the card ejector when the cable is
correctly installed.