evertz VistaLINK 7801FC User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................................. 1
2. INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................ 2
2.1. REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS............................................................................................ 2
2.1.1. Ethernet Connection ..................................................................................................2
2.1.2. Serial I/O Connections............................................................................................... 4
2.2. REPLACING THE BATTERY............................................................................................... 4
2.2.1. Safety Guidelines and Precautions concerning the Use of 3V Lithium Batteries............4
3. SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................................ 5
ETHERNET.................................................................................................................................. 5
3.1. ELECTRICAL ...................................................................................................................... 5
3.2. PHYSICAL (NUMBER OF SLOTS)....................................................................................... 5
4. STATUS LEDS ............................................................................................................................ 6
4.1. MODULE STATUS LEDS ....................................................................................................6
4.2. ETHERNET STATUS LEDS ................................................................................................ 6
5. JUMPERS.................................................................................................................................... 7
5.1. SELECTING WHETHER LOCAL FAULTS WILL BE MONITORED BY THE GLOBAL
FRAME STATUS ................................................................................................................. 7
5.2. CONFIGURING THE MODULE FOR FIRMWARE UPGRADES............................................. 7
6. CONFIGURING THE FRAME CONTROLLER............................................................................... 8
6.1. ESTABLISHING COMMUNICATION WITH THE FRAME CONTROLLER............................. 8
6.1.1. Connecting the Computer to the Card Edge Serial Port...............................................8
6.1.2. Terminal Program Setup............................................................................................ 8
6.2. CONFIGURING THE NETWORK SETTINGS....................................................................... 9
6.2.1. Network Setup......................................................................................................... 10
6.2.2. SNMP Setup........................................................................................................... 12
6.2.2.1. SNMP V1 Setup ......................................................................................... 12
6.2.2.2. SNMP V3 Setup ......................................................................................... 13
6.2.3. Exiting the Setup Menu............................................................................................ 15
7. UPGRADING THE FRAME CONTROLLER IMAGE VISTALINK®................................................ 17
Follow these instructions to establish a connection to the Frame Controller and program a local IP
address to permit Vistalink Pro acess for setup and frame sync timing

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7.1. PROCEDURES FOR UPGRADING THE FRAME CONTROLLER IMAGE VISTALINK®.......17
7.2. REMOTE UPGRADE PROCEDURE USING VISTALINK®...................................................17
7.2.1. Downloading the 7801FC 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 ......................................................................................20
7.3.2. Linking the Frame Controller to the Network Adapter .................................................20
7.3.3. Connecting the Computer to the Card Edge Serial Port..............................................20
7.3.4. Setting the 7801FC Frame Controller to Upgrade Mode.............................................20
7.3.5. Viewing Startup Information......................................................................................20
7.3.6. Upgrading the 7801FC Boot Loader..........................................................................21
7.3.7. Upgrading the 7801FC Frame Controller...................................................................21
8. WEBEASY®WEB INTERFACE...................................................................................................24
8.1. UPGRADING CARDS USING WEBEASY®..........................................................................25
8.1.1. Upgrading Modules Using WebEASY®......................................................................25
8.1.2. Upgrading 7801FC Using WebEASY®......................................................................26
Figures
Figure 1-1: 7801FC Block Diagram.....................................................................................................1
Figure 2-1: 7801FR Rear Panel..........................................................................................................2
Figure 2-2: Crossover Cable Wiring Diagram ......................................................................................3
Figure 4-1: 7801FC Status LED Location............................................................................................6
Figure 5-1 : Location of Jumpers ........................................................................................................7
Figure 7-1: FC shown in the Hardware Tree......................................................................................18
Figure 7-2: Control Tab for the FC Configuration View.......................................................................19
Figure 7-3: Send File Window..........................................................................................................21
Figure 8-1: WebEASY®Home Page.................................................................................................24
Figure 8-2: WebEASY®Firmware Upgrade Page..............................................................................25
Figure 8-3: WebEASY®Firmware Upgrade Page for 7801FC............................................................26
Tables
Table 2-1: Standard RJ45 Wiring Colour Codes for “Straight Through” Cables .....................................2
Table 2-2: Serial I/O Connector Pin Definitions....................................................................................4
Table 6-1: Upgrade Cable (WA-S76)..................................................................................................8
Table 6-2: Port Settings for Terminal Program Setup...........................................................................8

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REVISION HISTORY
REVISION
DESCRIPTION
DATE
1.0
First release
Jan 2014
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
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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
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1. OVERVIEW
The 7801FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller card provides a single point of access to communicate with
VistaLINK®-capable modules in the 7801FR frame. The 7801FC VistaLINK®Frame Controller provides a
10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T Ethernet port, and communication is facilitated through the use of
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).
The 7801FC VistaLINK®Frame Controller handles all SNMP communications between the frame
(7801FR) and the network manager (NMS), and serves as a gateway to individual cards in the frame.
Features:
•Complies with IEEE 802.3 1000Base-T, 100Base-TX and 10Base-T Ethernet standards
•1000Mb/s, 100Mb/s or 10Mb/s Ethernet data transfer, selected by auto-negotiation
•Full-duplex or half-duplex operation, selected by auto-negotiation
•RJ-45 connector for network cable connection
•Card edge 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)
•Includes VistaLINK® PRO (VLPRO-C) module software configuration tool
•Provides frame/chassis status information through VistaLINK® including power supply status, frame
status, card insertion/removal counters and version information
Figure 1-1: 7801FC Block Diagram

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2. INSTALLATION
The 7801FC Frame Controller module is installed into a 7801FR frame.
MADE IN CANADA
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ETHERNET
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2
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Figure 2-1: 7801FR Rear Panel
2.1. REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS
2.1.1. Ethernet Connection
The 7801FC is designed to be used with 10Base-T (10 Mbps), 100Base-TX (100 Mbps) and 1000Base-T
(1000Mbps) 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. When connecting for 1000Base-T system,
category 5, 5e, 6, or 7 UTP cable is required. The cable must be “straight-through” with a RJ-45 connector
at each end (See Table 2-1). Make the network connection by plugging one end of the cable into the RJ-45
receptacle of the 7801FC and the other end into a port of the supporting hub. When connecting a 7801FC
directly to the Ethernet port on a computer you will have to use a “crossover” cable as shown in Figure 2-2.
The straight-through RJ-45 cable can be purchased or can be constructed using the pinout information in
Table 2-1. A colour code wiring table is provided 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 # SignalEIA/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: 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.
•10Base-T, 100Base-TX, and 1000Base-TX 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.

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The maximum cable run between the 7801FC and the supporting hub is 300 ft (100 m). The maximum
combined cable run between any two end points (i.e. 7801FC 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 7801FC rear panel is fitted with two LEDs to monitor the
Ethernet connection.
10/100/1000:This LED is ON and amber when a 1000Base-TX link is last detected. This LED is ON
and green 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 7801FC has established a valid linkage to
its hub, whether the 7801FC is sending or receiving data. This LED will be ON when the
7801FC 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 7801FC is sending or
receiving data. The LED will be OFF if there is no valid connection.
If you are building a “crossover” cable you must wire it according to Figure 2-2:
Figure 2-2: Crossover Cable Wiring Diagram

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2.1.2. 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 2-2: Serial I/O Connector Pin Definitions
2.2. 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 7801FC card.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is exposed to excessive heat such as direct
sunlight, fire, etc.
2.2.1. 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.
•Do not dispose of batteries in fire. Do not dismantle batteries.
•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.

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3. SPECIFICATIONS
ETHERNET
Network Type: Gigabit Ethernet 1000 Base-T IEEE 802.3ab standard for 1000Mb/s baseband
CSMA/CD local area network
Fast Ethernet 100 Base-TX IEEE 802.3u standard for 100Mb/s baseband CSMA/CD
local area network
Ethernet 10 Base-T IEEE 802.3 standard for 10Mb/s baseband CSMA/CD local area
network
Connector: RJ-45
3.1. ELECTRICAL
Voltage: +12V DC
Power: 8W
EMI/RFI: Complies with FCC Part 15, Class A
EU EMC directive
3.2. PHYSICAL (NUMBER OF SLOTS)
7801FR: 0 (User dedicated slot)

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4. STATUS LEDS
The location of the status LEDs is shown in Figure 4-1:
Shaft
Encoder
7801FC
3
1245
LEDs
Figure 4-1: 7801FC Status LED Location
4.1. MODULE STATUS LEDS
DIAGNOSTIC LEDs: When LED 1 and 3 are green all the time. The rest are off. When the board
is in a bad state, LED 4 will be red.
4.2. ETHERNET STATUS LEDS
There are three red LEDs near the back of the card, which provide Ethernet connection status at a glance.
The description of the LED as seen from left to right are as follows:
LNK/ACT:This is the link and activity LED. This LED will be ON when the 7801FC has established a
good link to its supporting hub. This indicates that the segment is wired correctly. This
same LED will BLINK when the 7801FC is sending or receiving data.
SP1000:This LED is ON when a 1000Base-T link is last detected. The LED is OFF when other link
speeds are last detected (the LINK LED is ON). Upon power-up, this LED is OFF as the last
detected rate is not known and therefore defaults to 10Base-T state until rate detection is
completed.
SP100: This LED is ON when a 100Base-T link is last detected. The LED is OFF when other link
speeds are last detected (the LINK LED is ON). Upon power-up, this LED is OFF as the last
detected rate is not known and therefore defaults to 10Base-T state until rate detection is
completed.