evertz HD9010-SIE User manual

HD9010-SIE
HDTV Source ID Encoder
Instruction Manual
© Copyright 2005, 2006
EVERTZ MICROSYSTEMS LTD.
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Version 1.2 July 2006
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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 and 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 MOSITURE”
WARNING
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND ENSURE THAT
NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, 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
This equipment with the CE marking complies with bother 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
0.1 Preliminary Version Aug 05
1.0 First release – added VCG DISABLE GPI input. Formatting changes Oct 05
1.1 Corrected procedure for entering Source ID message Oct 05
1.2 Add description for Drop Frame Conversion mode, document changes Jul 06
to Preset Save and Preset Load functions
Fix Typos in Special Indicators section
Add note that unit required Video Input for normal operation
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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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................................................1-1
1.1. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .................................................................................................1-2
1.2. DEFINITIONS ...........................................................................................................................1-3
2. INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................................2-1
2.1. REAR PANEL ..........................................................................................................................2-1
2.1.1. Video Connections........................................................................................................2-1
2.1.2. Gen Lock Reference Connections................................................................................2-1
2.1.3. Linear Timecode ...........................................................................................................2-2
2.1.4. Parallel I/O Connections ...............................................................................................2-2
2.1.5. Serial I/O Connections..................................................................................................2-2
2.1.6. Power Connections.......................................................................................................2-3
2.2. MOUNTING ..............................................................................................................................2-3
2.3. POWER REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................................2-4
2.4. CONNECTING THE VIDEO .....................................................................................................2-4
2.4.1. High Definition Video Input ...........................................................................................2-4
2.4.2. High Definition Video Output.........................................................................................2-4
2.5. CONNECTING THE LINEAR TIME CODE ..............................................................................2-5
2.5.1. Connecting the Primary LTC Generator .......................................................................2-5
2.5.2. Connecting the Primary LTC Reader............................................................................2-6
2.6. CONNECTING THE AUXILLIARY TIME CODE ......................................................................2-6
2.6.1. Connecting the Auxiliary LTC Generator ......................................................................2-6
2.6.2. Connecting the Auxiliary LTC Reader...........................................................................2-6
2.7. CONNECTING TO A VTR RS-422 PORT................................................................................2-6
2.7.1. Passively listening to a VTR under Edit Control ...........................................................2-6
2.7.2. Actively Polling a VTR for Time Code and Status.........................................................2-7
2.8. CONNECTING TO A PROFILE RS-232 PORT .......................................................................2-8
2.9. CONNECTING THE HD9010-SIE TO A COMPUTER .............................................................2-8
2.9.1. Physical Connections....................................................................................................2-8
3. HOW TO OPERATE THE SOURCE ID ENCODER .........................................................................3-1
3.1. AN OVERVIEW OF KEY AND DISPLAY FUNCTIONS...........................................................3-1
3.1.1. The Setup Menu Pushbutton Group .............................................................................3-1
3.1.2. The Display Button Group.............................................................................................3-2
3.1.3. Panel Lock Key Functions ............................................................................................3-2
3.1.4. The Character Window Pushbutton Group ...................................................................3-2
3.1.5. The Function Button Group...........................................................................................3-3
3.1.6. The Preset Button Group ..............................................................................................3-3
3.1.7. An Overview of the SHIFT Key functions......................................................................3-4
3.1.8. Shaft Encoder Knob......................................................................................................3-4
3.1.9. An Overview of the Status Indicators............................................................................3-5
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3.2. FRONT PANEL DISPLAY FUNCTIONS..................................................................................3-6
3.2.1. Front Panel Displays.....................................................................................................3-6
3.2.2. Special Front Panel Indicators......................................................................................3-6
3.3. PROGRAMMING A SOURCE ID MESSAGE INTO THE ENCODER......................................3-6
3.3.1. Source ID Data Entry Mode ..........................................................................................3-6
3.4. AN OVERVIEW OF THE SETUP MENU SYSTEM..................................................................3-7
3.5. CONFIGURING THE GENERATOR ........................................................................................3-2
3.5.1. Configuring the Generator Mode ..................................................................................3-3
3.5.2. Setting the Generator Time...........................................................................................3-3
3.5.3. Turning the ATC Generator On.....................................................................................3-4
3.5.4. Setting the ATC Packet Type........................................................................................3-4
3.5.5. Selecting the Line to Insert VANC Packets On.............................................................3-4
3.5.6. Selecting the Generator Drop Frame Mode
(29.97 and 59.94 FPS video standards only)................................................................3-5
3.5.6.1. Conversion Between Drop Frame and Non Drop Frame Counting Modes......3-6
3.5.7. Generator LTC Parity Mode Selection ..........................................................................3-2
3.5.8. Configuring how the RDR SID and RDR LVS Modes Works
when there is no Primary reader Code .........................................................................3-2
3.6. CONFIGURING THE READERS..............................................................................................3-3
3.6.1. Setting the Primary reader ............................................................................................3-3
3.6.2. Setting the ATC Reader Packet Type...........................................................................3-3
3.6.3. Selecting the Format of the ATC Reader Time and User Bit Data ...............................3-4
3.6.4. Selecting the Format of the LTC Reader Time and User Bit Data................................3-4
3.6.5. Selecting the Format of the Auxiliary LTC Reader Time and User Bit Data .................3-4
3.7. CONFIGURING THE CHARACTER GENERATOR FUNCTIONS...........................................3-5
3.7.1. Selecting the Character Style .......................................................................................3-5
3.7.2. Selecting whether the Frames, Fields and Symbols will be displayed on the VCG......3-6
3.7.3. Selecting and Positioning the Individual Character Inserter Windows..........................3-6
3.7.4. Positioning the Overall Character Display ....................................................................3-6
3.7.5. Special VCG Indicators.................................................................................................3-7
3.8. GENERAL CONFIGURATION ITEMS .....................................................................................3-7
3.8.1. Selecting the Video Standard .......................................................................................3-8
3.8.2. Selecting the Generator Framing Reference ................................................................3-8
3.8.3. Adjusting the Output Level of the LTC Generators .......................................................3-9
3.8.4. Adjusting the Baud Rate of the Serial Ports..................................................................3-9
3.8.5. Selecting Active or Passive VTR Communications on the AUXCOM Port ...................3-9
3.8.6. Turning off the HDSDI Characters When The Program Source is ‘ON AIR’...............3-10
3.8.7. Setting the LVS address .............................................................................................3-10
3.8.8. Working with System Parameters...............................................................................3-10
3.8.9. Viewing the Firmware Version ....................................................................................3-11
3.8.10. Upgrading the Firmware .............................................................................................3-11
3.8.11. Resetting the HD9010-SIE to its Factory Defaults......................................................3-11
3.9. CONFIGURING THE GENERAL PURPOSE INPUTS AND OUTPUTS ................................3-11
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4. SERIAL REMOTE CONTROL PROTOCOL .....................................................................................4-1
4.1. VTR MODE - COMMUNICATING WITH A VTR ......................................................................4-1
4.1.1. Data Format ..................................................................................................................4-1
4.1.2. Communications Protocol .............................................................................................4-1
4.1.3. Message Block Format .................................................................................................4-2
4.1.4. Commands Supported ..................................................................................................4-3
4.1.5. Time Code Sense Command........................................................................................4-3
4.1.6. Status Sense Command ...............................................................................................4-4
4.2. LVS MODE - COMMUNICATING WITH A PROFILE DISK RECORDER ...............................4-4
4.2.1. Data Format ..................................................................................................................4-4
4.2.2. Message Block Format .................................................................................................4-4
4.2.3. Command Processing...................................................................................................4-5
5. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................5-1
5.1. SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................................................................5-1
5.1.1. HDTV Serial Digital Video Input....................................................................................5-1
5.1.2. HDTV Serial Digital Video Outputs ...............................................................................5-1
5.1.3. Reference Input ............................................................................................................5-1
5.1.4. LTC Generators ............................................................................................................5-1
5.1.5. LTC Readers.................................................................................................................5-1
5.1.6. Serial Ports ...................................................................................................................5-2
5.1.7. Physical.........................................................................................................................5-2
5.1.8. Electrical .......................................................................................................................5-2
5.2. UPGRADING THE FIRMWARE ...............................................................................................5-2
5.2.1. Overview .......................................................................................................................5-2
5.2.2. Terminal Program Setup...............................................................................................5-3
5.2.3. Initiating Firmware Upgrade Mode Via The Front Panel...............................................5-3
5.2.4. Initiating Firmware Upgrade Mode From The Terminal Program..................................5-3
5.2.5. Uploading the new firmware .........................................................................................5-4
5.2.6. Completing the Upgrade ...............................................................................................5-5
5.3. SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................................5-5
5.3.1. Changing The Fuses.....................................................................................................5-5
5.3.2. Changing DIP Switch Settings ......................................................................................5-6
Figures
Figure 1-1: HD9010-SIE Block Diagram ........................................................................................................... 1-2
Figure 2-1: HD9010-SIE Rear Panel ................................................................................................................. 2-1
Figure 2-2: Connection of HD9010-SIE in Eavesdropping Mode......................................................................2-7
Figure 3-1: HD9010-SIE Front Panel Layout .................................................................................................... 3-1
Figure 3-2: Overview of the Setup Menu........................................................................................................... 3-8
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Tables
Table 2-1: Parallel I/O Connector Pin Definitions.............................................................................................. 2-2
Table 2-2: COM1 Pin Definitions ....................................................................................................................... 2-3
Table 2-3: AUX COM Pin Definitions - RS-422 Controller Configuration.......................................................... 2-3
Table 2-4: High Definition Video Input Formats ................................................................................................ 2-5
Table 2-5: RS-422 Eavesdrop Cable................................................................................................................. 2-7
Table 2-6: RS-422 Straight Through Cable....................................................................................................... 2-8
Table 3-1: Top Level of the Generator Setup Menu.......................................................................................... 3-2
Table 3-2: Top Level of the Generator Setup Menu.......................................................................................... 3-3
Table 3-3: Top Level of the VCG Setup Menu .................................................................................................. 3-5
Table 3-4: Top Level of the Utility Setup Menu ................................................................................................. 3-7
Table 3-5: Parallel I/O Connector Pin Definitions............................................................................................ 3-12
Table 4-1: VTR Commands and their Valid Responses ................................................................................... 4-3
Table 4-2: Interpretation of Messages in LVS Mode ......................................................................................... 4-5
Table 5-1: DIP Switch Functions ....................................................................................................................... 5-6
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................................................1-1
1.1. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .................................................................................................1-2
1.2. DEFINITIONS ...........................................................................................................................1-3
Figures
Figure 1-1: HD9010-SIE Block Diagram ........................................................................................................... 1-2
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1. OVERVIEW
The HD9010-SIE HDTV Source ID Encoder provides a cost-effective method of inserting timecode, source
ID and machine status information into the high definition digital video. The HD9010-SIE uses RP188
Ancillary Time Code (ATC) to encode the source ID information into the video. The HD9010-SIE is a
combination dual generator/ dual reader for Linear Time Code (LTC) and RP188 Ancillary Time Code
(ATC), and contains a high resolution character inserter which can be burn the generator or reader
numbers and source ID directly into the serial digital program output.
The HD9010-SIE operates in one of four modes. In VTR mode, it is designed to listen to communications
between a VTR and its controller, and take time code and machine status. In LVS mode, the HD9010-SIE
is designed to interface to a Profile Disk recorder running the LVS software. The serial port of the LVS
device sends recorder status, scene and control information to the HD9010-SIE. In RDR mode, the
HD9010-SIE takes time from its LTC or VITC reader and in GEN mode it allows the user to preset a time
into the time code generator. In all modes, the source ID name is programmed from the front panel of the
HD9010-SIE and encoded into the user bits.
The HD9010-SIE will accept SMPTE 292M (1.5 Gb/s) high definition serial digital video. The HD9010-SIE
generators can be slaved to incoming LTC or ATC or can be set to free run. The generators may also be
momentarily synchronized to one of the readers, and then it continues to increment normally regardless of
the reader code. The second LTC output normally follows the primary output, however the two generators
can be operated at different frame rates to supply both 24Fps and 30Fps time code when shooting in a
1080p/24 environment.
The high-resolution character inserter provides independently positionable windows to show time, source
ID, status, LVS info and control information on the program output. The choice of white or black
characters with or without contrasting background mask is selected from the front panel menu.
Features:
• Video formats supported: 1080i/60, 1080i/50, 1080p/30sF, 1080p/25sF, 1080p/24sF, 1035i/60,
720p/60, 720p/50 and the 1/1.001 divisor versions where applicable.
• Embeds source ID information into RP188 LTC and VITC ancillary time code packets on output video.
• Read line auto detected, insertion line for RP188 programmable
• Two LTC readers and two LTC generators operate at 24, 25 or 30 Fps nominal rate in accordance with
SMPTE 12M specification.
• Genlocks to NTSC/PAL colour black or HD Tri-level sync
• Character Inserter displays timecode, source ID and VTR status in the picture. Windows can be
positioned and turned off and on independently
• White or black characters on contrasting background,
• Serial interface reads status LVS info and CTL information from the Profile in LVS mode and Timecode
and VTR status from a Sony protocol VTR in VTR mode
• LTC and ATC Time Code reader to supply time code in RDR modes
• Front panel display and control using menu system
• Optional: dual power supply configuration
• Parallel GPI/O and serial remote control
• Field upgradeable firmware as new features become available
• Optional input relay bypass for power failure bypass protection
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Sync
Extraction
S / P
RP-188
ANC
Reader
Tri Level
or Bi Level
Reference
Input Loop
LTC Input 1 LTC Output 1
Equalizer Serial Outputs
1.5 Gb/s
(SMPTE 292M)
+ RP188 Time Code
and
Characters
Serial Input
1.5Gb/s
(SMPTE 292M)
Cable
Driver
P / S
RP-188
ANC
Inserter
Character
Keyer
Central
Processing
Unit
Serial Control
RS 232 / RS 422
Parallel I/O
LTC Output 2LTC Input 2
Aux Serial Port
RS 232 / RS 422
Optional
Bypass
Optional
Bypass
Front Panel Control
Figure 1-1: HD9010-SIE Block Diagram
1.1. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This manual is organised into 5 chapters: Overview, Installation, Calibration, System Parameters, and
Technical Description. The overview section contains a brief overview of the HD9010-SIE operation and a
glossary to define concepts and terms used throughout the remainder of the manual. We highly
recommend taking the time to become familiar with the terms and concepts described here before
proceeding into the rest of the manual.
Chapter 2 gives a detailed description of the rear panel connectors, and how the HD9010-SIE should be
connected into your system.
Chapter 3 shows how to calibrate the system timing and verify that the HD9010-SIE is accurately
numbering the film and video frames.
Chapter 4 gives a discussion of how the default operation of the HD9010-SIE can be changed using
System Parameters. The system parameters can affect the system timing through the Afterburner,
placement of characters on the raster, 2:3 cadence control, functions of parallel inputs and outputs to
name a few.
Chapter 5 gives technical information such as the specifications and how to update the firmware in the
HD9010-SIE.
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This symbol is intended to alert the user to important operating
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The exclamation point within an equi-lateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important safety related operating and maintenance
(Servicing) instructions in this manual.
1.2. DEFINITIONS
24p: A progressively scanned high definition video format with 1920 pixels and 1080 lines. (See also
description sF.)
4:2:2 The sampling ratio used in the HDTV digital video signal. For every 4 samples of luminance
there are 2 samples each of R-Y (Red minus Luminance) and B-Y (Blue minus luminance).
4:4:4 A sampling ratio that has equal amounts of the luminance and both chrominance channels.
16x9 A wide screen television format such as HDTV in which the aspect ratio of the screen is 16
units wide by 9 high as opposed to the 4x3 of normal TV.
AES/EBU: (Sometimes abbreviated as AES) Refers to the digital audio standard (AES3-1992) set by the
Audio Engineering Society and European Broadcast Union and used by most forms of digital
audio from CDs to professional digital video.
Aspect Ratio: The ratio of width to height in a picture. Theatre screens generally have an aspect ratio of
1.85 to 1, widescreen TV (16x9) is 1.77 to 1, and normal TV (4x3) is 1.33 to 1.
CCIR (International Radio Consultative Committee) An international standards committee. (This
organisation is now known as ITU.)
CCIR-601: See ITU-R601.
Cliff effect: (also referred to as the ‘digital cliff’) This is a phenomenon found in digital video systems
that describes the sudden deterioration of picture quality when due to excessive bit errors,
often caused by excessive cable lengths. The digital signal will be perfect even though one of
its signal parameters is approaching or passing the specified limits. At a given moment
however, the parameter will reach a point where the data can no longer be interpreted
correctly, and the picture will be totally unrecognisable.
Component analog: The non-encoded output of a camera, video tape recorder, etc., consisting of the
three primary colour signals: red, green, and blue (RGB) that together convey all necessary
picture information. In some component video formats these three components have been
translated into a luminance signal and two colour difference signals, for example Y, B-Y, R-Y.
Component digital: A digital representation of a component analog signal set, most often Y, B-Y, R-Y.
The encoding parameters are specified by ITU-R709 for HDTV signals. SMPTE 274M and
SMPTE 296M specify the parallel interface.
Composite analog: An encoded video signal such as NTSC or PAL video that includes horizontal and
vertical synchronizing information.
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Composite digital: A digitally encoded video signal, such as NTSC or PAL video that includes
horizontal and vertical synchronizing information.
D1: A component digital video recording format that uses data conforming to the ITU-R601
standard. Records on 19 mm magnetic tape. (Often used incorrectly to refer to component
digital video.)
D2: A composite digital video recording format that uses data conforming to SMPTE 244M.
Records on 19 mm magnetic tape. (Often used incorrectly to refer to composite digital video.)
D3: A composite digital video recording format that uses data conforming to SMPTE 244M.
Records on 1/2" magnetic tape.
D5: A component digital video recording format that uses data conforming to the ITU-R601
standard. Records on 1/2" magnetic tape.
HD-D5: A component digital video recording format that uses data conforming to the ITU-R709
standard. Records on 1/2" magnetic tape.
Drop frame: In NTSC systems, where the frame rate is 29.97002618 frames per second, the drop frame
mode permits time of day indexing of the frame numbers by dropping certain frame numbers.
Specifically, frames 0, and 1 at the beginning of each minute except minutes 0,10,20,30,40, &
50, are omitted, to compensate for an approximate timing error of 108 frames (3 seconds 18
frames) per hour. A flag bit is set in the time code to signal when the drop frame mode is in
effect.
EBU (European Broadcasting Union): An organisation of European broadcasters that among other
activities provides technical recommendations for the 625/50 line television systems.
Embedded audio: Digital audio is multiplexed onto a serial digital video data stream.
Gen lock: In order to derive the 6 Hz relationship between 23.98 Fps and 29.97 Fps frame boundaries,
and to ensure that the timecode to 6 Hz relationship is fixed, an NTSC colour black video
reference must be supplied to the HDHD9010-SIE Film Footage Encoder. Normally, the gen
lock signal is the colour black system reference to which the 24p tri-level sync generator is gen
locked. The gen lock reference is only necessary when the system video type is
1080p/23.98sF.
ITU: The United Nations regulatory body governing all forms of communications. ITU-R (previously
CCIR) regulates the radio frequency spectrum, while ITU-T (previously CCITT) deals with the
telecommunications standards.
ITU-R601: An international standard for standard definition component digital television from which was
derived SMPTE 125M and EBU 3246-E standards. ITU-R601 defines the sampling systems,
matrix values and filter characteristics for both Y, B-Y, R-Y and RGB component digital
television signals.
ITU-R709: An international standard for High definition component digital television from which was
derived SMPTE 274M and SMPTE 296M standards. ITU-R709 defines the sampling systems,
matrix values and filter characteristics for both Y, B-Y, R-Y and RGB component digital
television signals.
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Jam sync:Refers to the operation of slaving the generator to data coming from the reader. Jam sync
should be used when dubbing time code from one tape to another, as the quality of the time
code signal deteriorates with each generation, and will become unusable after the third
generation.
In the jam sync mode, the generator and reader times are compared with each other during
each frame, automatically compensating for the decoding offsets. If for any reason they are not
equal, the jam is bypassed, and the generator substitutes the next frame number. If the
number of consecutive jam bypass errors exceeds 5, the last valid reader time is jammed into
the generator again. In the absence of valid reader data within the last 5 frames, the generator
continues to increment normally until valid reader code resumes. At this time it will be re-
jammed to the reader, thus repairing large dropouts on the reader tape.
Letterbox:Placing a wide screen image on a conventional TV by placing black bands at the top and
bottom of the screen.
Linear time code: (Also known as Longitudinal Time Code) A digital code used for timing and control
purposes on videotape and associated audio tape machines. It is recorded on a linear track
with audio characteristics and is referred to as LTC. Each 80 bit code word is associated with
one television frame, and consists of 26 time bits, 6 flag bits, 32 user bits and 16 sync bits. This
time code may run at 24, 25 or 30 frames per second depending on the video format. See also
SMPTE 12M
LTC: See Linear Time Code
NTSC: National Television Standards Committee established the television and video standard in use
in the United States, Canada, Japan and several other countries. NTSC video consists of 525
horizontal lines at a field rate of approximately 60 fields per second. (Two fields equals one
complete Frame). Only 487 of these lines are used for picture. The rest are used for sync or
extra information such as VITC and Closed Captioning.
PAL: Phase Alternating Line. The television and video standard in use in most of Europe. Consists of
625 horizontal lines at a field rate of 50 fields per second. (Two fields equals one complete
Frame). Only 576 of these lines are used for picture. The rest are used for sync or extra
information such as VITC and Teletext.
Pixel: The smallest distinguishable and resolvable area in a video image. A single point on the
screen. In digital video, a single sample of the picture. Derived from the words picture
element.
Serial digital: Digital information that is transmitted in serial form. Often used informally to refer to serial
digital television signals.
SMPTE (Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers): A professional organisation that
recommends standards for the film and television industries.
SMPTE 12M: The SMPTE standard for Time and address code. SMPTE 12M defines the parameters
required for both linear and vertical interval time codes.
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SMPTE 274M: The SMPTE standard for bit parallel digital interface for high definition component video
signals with an active picture of 1080 lines x 1920 pixels.
SMPTE 291M: The SMPTE standard for encoding ancillary data packets in serial digital video signals.
SMPTE 292M: The SMPTE standard for high definition serial digital component interfaces.
SMPTE 296M: The SMPTE standard for bit parallel digital interface for high definition component video
signals with an active picture of 720 lines x 1280 pixels.
SMPTE 299M: The SMPTE standard for embedding audio in serial digital high definition
(SMPTE 292M) video signals.
SMPTE RP188: The SMPTE recommended practice for embedding SMPTE 12M timecode into ancillary
data packets in serial digital video signals.
sF: (Also known as segmented frame) The picture is progressively scanned, however divided into
two segments, containing the odd and even lines. The segments are then sent out the serial
digital interface in the same way that the fields of an interlaced video signal are. This format is
often used at nominal frame rates of 24, 25 or 30 frames per second.
TRS: Timing reference signals used in composite digital systems. (It is four words long).
TRS-ID: Abbreviation for "Timing Reference Signal Identification". A reference signal used to maintain
timing in composite digital systems. (It is four words long.)
User bits: 32 bits in the time code are user assignable. They typically are used to contain reel numbers,
scene and take numbers, or other user-oriented data.
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CHAPTER 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2. INSTALLATION...............................................................................................................................2-1
2.1. REAR PANEL.........................................................................................................................2-1
2.1.1. Video Connections ......................................................................................................2-1
2.1.2. Gen Lock Reference Connections ..............................................................................2-1
2.1.3. Linear Timecode .........................................................................................................2-2
2.1.4. Parallel I/O Connections .............................................................................................2-2
2.1.5. Serial I/O Connections ................................................................................................2-2
2.1.6. Power Connections .....................................................................................................2-3
2.2. MOUNTING.............................................................................................................................2-3
2.3. POWER REQUIREMENTS.....................................................................................................2-4
2.4. CONNECTING THE VIDEO....................................................................................................2-4
2.4.1. High Definition Video Input..........................................................................................2-4
2.4.2. High Definition Video Output.......................................................................................2-4
2.5. CONNECTING THE LINEAR TIME CODE ............................................................................2-5
2.5.1. Connecting the Primary LTC Generator......................................................................2-5
2.5.2. Connecting the Primary LTC Reader ..........................................................................2-6
2.6. CONNECTING THE AUXILLIARY TIME CODE ....................................................................2-6
2.6.1. Connecting the Auxiliary LTC Generator.....................................................................2-6
2.6.2. Connecting the Auxiliary LTC Reader.........................................................................2-6
2.7. CONNECTING TO A VTR RS-422 PORT ..............................................................................2-6
2.7.1. Passively listening to a VTR under Edit Control..........................................................2-6
2.7.2. Actively Polling a VTR for Time Code and Status.......................................................2-7
2.8. CONNECTING TO A PROFILE RS-232 PORT......................................................................2-8
2.9. CONNECTING THE HD9010-SIE TO A COMPUTER............................................................2-8
2.9.1. Physical Connections..................................................................................................2-8
Figures
Figure 2-1: HD9010-SIE Rear Panel................................................................................................................ 2-1
Figure 2-2: Connection of HD9010-SIE in Eavesdropping Mode .................................................................... 2-7
Tables
Table 2-1: Parallel I/O Connector Pin Definitions............................................................................................. 2-2
Table 2-2: COM1 Pin Definitions...................................................................................................................... 2-3
Table 2-3: AUX COM Pin Definitions - RS-422 Controller Configuration ........................................................ 2-3
Table 2-4: High Definition Video Input Formats ............................................................................................... 2-5
Table 2-5: RS-422 Eavesdrop Cable ............................................................................................................... 2-7
Table 2-6: RS-422 Straight Through Cable...................................................................................................... 2-8
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2.1. REAR PANEL
Figure 2-1: HD9010-SIE Rear Panel
The following sections describe the purpose of the rear panel connectors of the HD9010-SIE. Sections
2.1.1 to 2.1.6 describe the specific generator, reader, and video signals that should be connected to the
HD9010-SIE.
2.1.1. Video Connections
HD INPUT Input BNC connector for 10-bit serial digital video signals, compatible with the SMPTE 292M
standard. The HD9010-SIE is capable of working with the high definition video formats shown
in Table 2-4.
HD BYPASS OUTPUT High definition serial digital video output, compatible with the SMPTE 292M
standard, with the RP188 Ancillary Time Code and optional characters inserted. When the
optional bypass relay (HBP option) is activated (on power failure or from the front panel) the
HD BYPASS OUTPUT will be a direct relay connection to the HD INPUT.
HD OUTPUT High definition serial digital video output, compatible with the SMPTE 292M standard, with
the RP188 Ancillary Time Code and optional characters inserted. When the optional bypass
relay (HBP option) is activated (on power failure or from the front panel) the HD OUTPUT
BNCs will not have any video signal on them.
2.1.2. Gen Lock Reference Connections
REFERENCE LOOP Input BNC loop for a genlock reference. The input can be either a 1 V p-p colour
black or Tri-level reference. The REFERENCE LOOP is a high impedance input therefore, the
reference signal must be properly terminated at the end of the line. The sync format must be
one of the valid sync types for the video standard in use as shown in Table 2-4. See section
3.8.2 for information on selecting the REFERENCE MODE of the HD9010-SIE.
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2.1.3. Linear Timecode
LTC OUT: A Male XLR connector for the output of SMPTE/EBU linear time code.
LTC IN: A Female XLR connector for input of SMPTE/EBU linear time code.
AUX LTC OUT: A Male XLR connector for the output of SMPTE/EBU linear time code.
AUX LTC IN: A Female XLR connector for input of SMPTE/EBU linear time code.
2.1.4. Parallel I/O Connections
PARALLEL I/O: A 9 pin female 'D' connector contains several other general purpose parallel remote
control inputs and outputs. The inputs and outputs operate at TTL levels. There are two
different versions of hardware that may be installed in the HD9010-SIE. The HARDWARE
VERSION menu item will tell you whether you have Rev 1 (7700PB3) or Rev 2 (7700PH4)
hardware installed. GPI3 and GPI4 inputs are not available on the Rev 1 hardware.
Table 2-1 shows the power up default functions of the PARALLEL I/O connector pins when the
GEN MODE is NOT set to time rctl mode, however, the functions of pins 1, 4, 5, 8, and 9 may
be changed using system parameter values. (See section 3.9 for information about the default
function of the inputs.)
Pin
#
Name Description
1 GPI1 GPI0 1 Input/Output
2 GPI6 GPI 6 Input
3 GPI8 GPI 8 Input
4 GPI3 GPIO 3 Input/Output
5 GPI5 GPIO 5 Input/Output
6 GND Ground
7 GPI7 GPI 7 Input
8 GPI2 GPIO 2 Input/Output
9 GPI4 GPIO 4 Input/Output
Table 2-1: Parallel I/O Connector Pin Definitions
2.1.5. Serial I/O Connections
COM1: A 9 pin female 'D' connector for connection to a computer is used for firmware upgrades to the
unit or connecting to a Profile server (when the HD9010-SIE is in LVS-SID mode) See section
2.8 for a cable wiring diagram and more information on connecting the HD9010-SIE to the
Profile Server.
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