evertz 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18 User manual

3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18
High Density MPEG-2 SD Decoder
User Guide
© Copyright 2008
EVERTZ MICROSYSTEMS LTD.
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Version 0.1 September 2008
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intended solely for the use of purchasers of the 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18. Evertz Microsystems expressly
prohibits the use of this manual for any purpose other than the operation of the device.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the express written permission of
Evertz Microsystems Ltd. Copies of this guide can be ordered from your Evertz products dealer or from Evertz
Microsystems.

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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW..................................................................................................................................... 1
2. INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................................. 2
2.1. REAR PANEL.........................................................................................................................................2
2.2. CONNECTING THE DECODER TO AN ETHERNET CONNECTOR ...................................................2
2.3. POWER CONNECTIONS.......................................................................................................................4
2.3.1. Changing the Fuses.................................................................................................... 4
2.4. MOUNTING.............................................................................................................................................4
2.4.1. Accessing the Serial Port Menu.................................................................................. 5
2.5. CONFIGURING THE BASIC NETWORK SETTINGS...........................................................................7
2.6. CONNECTING TO VLPRO ....................................................................................................................8
3. CARD CONFIGURATION............................................................................................................... 9
3.1. ROOT MENU ..........................................................................................................................................9
3.1.1. General Tab................................................................................................................ 9
3.1.2. FPGA Monitor TAB..................................................................................................... 9
3.2. ASI INPUTS..........................................................................................................................................10
3.2.1. PID Monitor Tab........................................................................................................ 10
3.2.2. ASI Input Monitor...................................................................................................... 11
3.2.3. ASI Input Control....................................................................................................... 11
3.2.4. ASI Faults ................................................................................................................. 12
This tab is divided into two windows: Faults and Trap Enable. ............................................ 12
3.3. DECODER ............................................................................................................................................13
3.3.1. Input Select............................................................................................................... 14
3.3.2. Program Tuning........................................................................................................ 15
3.3.3. Program Info............................................................................................................. 17
3.3.4. Output Audio............................................................................................................. 18
4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................... 19
4.1. INPUTS AND OUTPUTS......................................................................................................................19
4.2. DECODING SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................................................................19
4.3. AUDIO DECODER................................................................................................................................19
4.4. EMBEDDING OF HANC & VANC........................................................................................................19
4.5. AC-3 DECODING OPTION (+18AC3-2C)............................................................................................19
4.6. AUDIO VIDEO MONITORING (+AVM) ................................................................................................19
4.7. A/V LEVEL ADJUSTMENT (+PROC)..................................................................................................19
4.8. INTELLIGAN (+IG) ...............................................................................................................................19

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5. TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................................................. 20
5.1. VLPRO DOES NOT DISPLAY THE 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18 ALARMS ......................................20
5.2. UPDATING VLPRO SERVER JAR FILE.............................................................................................20
6. ABBREVIATIONS......................................................................................................................... 22
Figures
Figure 1-1: 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18...........................................................................................................1
Figure 2-1: 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18...........................................................................................................2
Figure 2-2: COM Properties Window................................................................................................................5
Figure 2-3: COM1 Properties ...........................................................................................................................5
Figure 2-4: HyperTerminal Main Menu.............................................................................................................6
Figure 2-5: Network Configuration Sub-Menu..................................................................................................7
Figure 2-6: VistaLINK®PRO Hardware Configuration .....................................................................................8
Figure 3-1: General Tab ...................................................................................................................................9
Figure 3-2: FPGA Monitor Tab .........................................................................................................................9
Figure 3-3: VistaLINK®PRO – PID Monitor....................................................................................................10
Figure 3-4: ASI Input Monitor Tab ..................................................................................................................11
Figure 3-5: ASI Input Control..........................................................................................................................11
Figure 3-6: ASI Faults.....................................................................................................................................12
Figure 3-7: Decoder Window..........................................................................................................................13
Figure 3-8: Decoder Input Select Drop Down Menu ......................................................................................14
Figure 3-9: VistaLINK®PRO – Program Tuning.............................................................................................15
Figure 3-10 VistaLINK®PRO – Program Info.................................................................................................17
Figure 3-11: Output Audio ..............................................................................................................................18
Figure 5-1: VistaLINK®PRO Server...............................................................................................................20
Figure 5-2: VistaLINK®PRO – Applying JAR Updates ..................................................................................21
Tables
Table 2-1: Pin Out for Serial Port (Default RS-232 DCE Configuration)..........................................................2
Table 2-2: Standard RJ45 Wiring Colour Codes..............................................................................................3

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REVISION HISTORY
REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
0.1 Preliminary Sept 08
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 Evertz products are for informational use only and are not warranties of future performance, either express 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
As broadcasters, cable companies, satellite providers and IPTV companies are moving toward an all
digital domain, all distribution is done in the compressed domain. These service providers have a need
for a bulk, easy to use, cost effective professional video decoder.
The 3480DEC-MP2SD-ASI18 Series is a professional high quality bulk, high density MPEG-2 SD
decoder. It offers high end SD decoding of a signal coming from ASI input.
The 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18 series is perfect for monitoring applications or decoding for
downstream baseband video and audio processing.
The 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18 Series can reconstruct in the most flexible way all VANC & HANC data
in the SDI outputs.
Figure 1-1: 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18

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2. INSTALLATION
2.1. REAR PANEL
The 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18 rear panel is shown in Figure 2-1.
Figure 2-1: 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18
ASI INPUTS (1-18): ASI input per DVB TR 101 891-270Mb/s maximum bit rate 180Mb/s
SDI OUTPUTS (1-18): Eighteen BNC serial digital video outputs are present. Each output corresponds
to a specific decoder. For example, Output 1 is connected to Decoder 1,
Output 2 is connected to Decoder 2, and so on. The output standard is 525
(NTSC) or 625 (PAL).
UPGRADE: A 9 pin female ‘D’ connector for connection to the RS-232 serial
communications. This port is configured for a ‘straight through’ RS-232
connection to a PC COM port and can be used for uploading firmware, and
updating/changing the units IP address. Table 2-1 shows the pin out of the
serial port in its default RS-232 DCE configuration.
PIN # Name Description
1
2 TxD RS-232 Transmit Output
3 RxD RS-232 Receive Input
4
5 Sig Gnd RS-232 Signal Ground
6
7 RTS RS-232 RTS Input
8 CTS RS-232 CTS Input
9
Table 2-1: Pin Out for Serial Port (Default RS-232 DCE Configuration)
2.2. CONNECTING THE DECODER TO AN ETHERNET CONNECTOR
The decoder 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 RJ-45 connector at each end. Make the network connection by plugging one
end of the cable into the RJ-45 receptacle of the decoder and the other end into a port of the
supporting hub. If you are connecting the decoder directly to a PC, then you will have to use a
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The straight through RJ-45 cable can be purchased or can be constructed using the pinout information
in Table 2-2. A colour code wiring table is provided in Table 2-2 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/Oran
g
e X
2 Transmit
–
Green/White or White Oran
g
e/White or Oran
g
e X
3 Receive + White/Oran
g
e White/Green X
4 N/
A
Blue/White or Blue Blue/White or Blue Not used
(
re
q
uired
)
5 N/
A
White/Blue White/Blue Not used
(
re
q
uired
)
6 Receive
–
Oran
g
e/White or Oran
g
e Green/White or Green X
7 N/
A
White/Brown White/Brown Not used
(
re
q
uired
)
Pin 1
8 N/A Brown/White or Brown Brown/White or Brown Not used (required)
Table 2-2: Standard RJ45 Wiring Colour Codes
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 cables must use Category 5 rated connectors.
The maximum cable run between the decoder and the supporting hub is 300 ft (90 m). The maximum
combined cable runs between any two end points (i.e. decoder 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 decoder 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 decoder has established a valid linkage to
its hub, and indicates whether the decoder is sending or receiving data. This LED will be
ON when the decoder 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 decoder is
sending or receiving data. The LED will be OFF if there is no valid connection.
Once you have established a valid link you will have to set up the network I/P address for the decoder.
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2.3. POWER CONNECTIONS
The 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18 has two universal power supplies (main and backup) that operate on
either 100-115 or 220-240 volts AC at 50 or 60 Hz and automatically sense the input voltage. Power
should be applied by connecting a 3-wire grounding type power supply cord to the power entry modules
on the rear panel.
2.3.1. Changing the Fuses
"Check that the line fuse is rated for the correct value marked on the rear panel.
Never replace with a fuse of greater value.
The fuse holder is located inside the power entry module. To change the fuses, pull out the fuse holder
from the power entry module using a small screwdriver. The fuse holder contains two fuses, one for
the line and one for the neutral side of the mains connection. Pull out the blown fuse and place a fuse
of the correct value in its place. If the fuse blows, replace with a fuse of the correct type only in this
case T3.15AL250V; Use of any higher amperage value will void the warranty.
"
NOTE: Fuses are for your protection. Never substitute a fuse of a higher rating, or
bypass it.
NOTE: The fuse will not blow unless the unit is overstressed. Before replacing the
fuse, correct the condition that caused it to fail.
2.4. MOUNTING
To successfully install the 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18:
1. Unused IP address on the network or a DHCP server
2. Serial cable
3. VLPro Server IP address
The 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18 is equipped with rack mounting angles and fits into a standard 19 inch
by 1 ¾ inch rack space.

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2.4.1. Accessing the Serial Port Menu
Connect a serial cable to the UPGRADE port at the back of the unit. 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. Connect the 9-pin d-type end of the serial cable to the serial port of your computer.
Open a Terminal session and configure the port for the following configuration:
Figure 2-2: COM Properties Window
Figure 2-3: COM1 Properties
Click OK to apply these settings and press the <enter> button. The session should respond with the
3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18 Main Menu as shown in Figure 2-4:
Bits per second 115200
Data Bits 8
Parity None
Stop Bits 2
Flow Control None

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Figure 2-4: HyperTerminal Main Menu
(1) Network Configuration
This sub-menu enables the user to configure the network settings for the card.
(2) SNMP Configuration
This sub-menu enables the user to configure the Simple Network Management Protocol settings. In this
menu you can set or remove the SNMP trap IP address and the SNMP Read and Set community
strings.
(3) XPT Menu
This sub-menu is used to configure the decoder parameters. As this configuration can also be
performed via VLPro this sub-menu will not be covered in this section.
(4) Decoder Menu
This sub-menu contains two utilities. One command is for clearing the memory, and the other for
clearing the flash. In normal operation it should not be necessary to use either of these options.
(5) Engineering Debug Utility
This menu is for Evertz personnel only. You may be requested to access and execute options within
this menu when seeking technical support from Evertz. Guidance will be given should this be required.
Before is it possible to configure the card via VLPro it is first necessary to configure the initial basic
network settings via the serial cable; this configuration is described in section 2.5.

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2.5. CONFIGURING THE BASIC NETWORK SETTINGS
Select option (1) Network Configuration, the Network Configuration menu will be displayed as shown in
Figure 2-5. If you prefer to use DHCP then you may select option (5) Use DHCP, and then continue
from step 4:
1. Select option (1) Set IP Address and configure the IP address for the 3480DEC18-MP2SD-
ASI18 ensuring that the IP address is not already in use on the network.
2. Now select option (2) Set Netmask and configure the correct subnet mask for your network.
3. If required also configure option (3) Set Gateway.
4. Exit from the Network Configuration menu using (s) Save and Exit, NOT (x) Exit.
Figure 2-5: Network Configuration Sub-Menu
From the Main Menu select option (2) SNMP Configuration. Normally it is only necessary to configure
option (1) Set IP Address, and enter here the IP address of your VLPro Server. Exit using option (S)
Save and Exit. Now extract the card from the rack, remove the serial cable and re-insert it.
You have now completed the necessary minimum configuration and can connect the cables to the rear
of the card when ready.

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2.6. CONNECTING TO VLPRO
This chapter assumes that the VLPro server and VLPro client are already configured for your network
and you have basic knowledge of the VLPro interface. It also assumes that the user or network
administrator has already added the 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18 jar file to the server and both the client
and server applications have been restarted. If you are the network administrator refer to section 5.2 for
information on updating the VLPro Server Jar File.
Open VLPro and click on the refresh tree icon. Expand the hardware tree by clicking on the “+” symbol.
Your 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18 should appear as a newly listed device with the IP address used to
configure the card in Step 1 above. It may take up to a minute to appear while the card and switch
negotiate network settings (this can be verified directly on the switch if necessary).
Listed below the 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18 IP address will be two sub-menu ASI inputs and
Decoders.
Figure 2-6: VistaLINK®PRO Hardware Configuration
"
Note: If after a couple of minutes the card has still not appeared try selecting
Add Agent from the Tree> Add/Update Agent menu. Enter the IP address used
in the configuration stage earlier and select OK. The card should now be listed
and will remain greyed out for a moment while VLPro finds the card and
confirms its configuration.
Please consult your network administrator if you continue to have problems connecting the card with
VLPro, alternatively contact Evertz Microsystems Ltd. or your authorized reseller for technical support.

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3. CARD CONFIGURATION
The 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18 has three different types of menus:
1) Root Menu: Present card type and FPGA monitoring parameters.
2) ASI Inputs Menu: Each one of the eighteen ASI inputs has its own menu for monitoring
and alarming capabilities.
3) Decoders Menu: Each one of the eighteen decoders has its own menu for ASI input
selection, program tuning, alarming … etc.
3.1. ROOT MENU
Right click the IP address (selected earlier) of the 3480DEC18-MP2SD-ASI18 and select “View
Configuration”. The configuration page will open; this page contains two different tabs General and
FPGA Monitor.
3.1.1. General Tab
The General tab provides the product name of the selected device.
Figure 3-1: General Tab
3.1.2. FPGA Monitor TAB
The FPGA Monitor tab provides a reading of the FPGA current core temperature. These values can be
used for engineering troubleshooting purposes.
Figure 3-2: FPGA Monitor Tab

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3.2. ASI INPUTS
Click the ‘+’ sign next to the IP address, followed by the ‘+’ sign next to ASI Inputs to view the eighteen
ASI inputs that are present. For simplicity a description of one of the inputs will be provided, this
description applies to all eighteen different ASI inputs. Right click Input 1 and select view configuration.
This configuration window is divided into 6 different tabs, the following sections 3.2.1 to 3.3.4 provide
detailed descriptions of each tab.
3.2.1. PID Monitor Tab
The PID Monitor tab is where VLPro displays the standard Transport Stream parameters. As shown in
Figure 3-3 it is possible to see a basic view of most of the packets within the TS stream. They are
organized in ascending order by Service ID but can also be re-ordered by Prog #. This can be done by
double clicking the column header, make sure you are not in the auto refresh mode when doing this.
Figure 3-3: VistaLINK®PRO – PID Monitor
For each individual PID it is possible to view its type and encoding standard.
"Note: The PID Monitor is a dynamic view; by clicking the auto refresh button it is
possible to see near instantaneous values for the stream.

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3.2.2. ASI Input Monitor
This tab reports back the Input state, Number of programs present and the Transport stream ID.
•Input State: Displays either Active or Inactive, this shows the state of the current input. An
input is active if a sync byte (x47) can be detected, otherwise it is considered inactive.
•Number of Programs: This field displays the number of programs present within the PAT.
•Transport Stream ID: This field displays the transport stream ID as it appears within the PAT.
Figure 3-4: ASI Input Monitor Tab
3.2.3. ASI Input Control
•Expected TS ID: Enter here the expected transport stream ID, this number is checked against
the transport stream ID displayed under the ASI Input Monitor tab, if the numbers do not match
an alarm will be set.
•Expected Num Programs: Enter here the expected number of Programs, this number is
checked against the transport stream ID displayed under the ASI Input Monitor tab, if the
numbers do not match an alarm will be set.
•Input Mode Select: Options available are ATSC, DVB and MPEG.
It is important to select the standard to which the stream is being coded as this affects the context of
the alarms for ETSI TR 101 290 priority 3 and the handling of AC3 Audio.
Figure 3-5: ASI Input Control

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3.2.4. ASI Faults
This tab is divided into two windows: Faults and Trap Enable.
3.2.4.1. Faults
•TS Sync Error: The presence of the sync byte (x47) is monitored here, this indicator will stay
green as long as a sync byte is present, if a sync byte cannot be detected this indicator will turn
red.
•TS ID Error: This indicator checks the TS ID present within the PAT against the value entered
by the user under the ASI Input Control tab; if the values match the indicator will remain green,
otherwise it will turn red.
•Number of Programs: This indicator checks the Number of Programs present within the PAT
against the value entered by the user under the ASI Input Control tab; if the values match the
indicator will remain green, otherwise it will turn red.
•ASI Fault Condition 1: The conditions that will trigger this indicator can be configured under
the ASI Fault Trigger.
3.2.4.2. Trap Enable
Using the trap enable section the user can enable or disable traps from being sent. To enable any of
the traps/alarms simply click the check box that corresponds to the alarm you wish to enable.
Figure 3-6: ASI Faults