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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW..................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1. 7780ASI-IP2 OVERVIEW.......................................................................................................................1
1.2. 7780IP-ASI2 OVERVIEW.......................................................................................................................2
2. INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................................. 3
2.1. HARDWARE INSTALLATION ...............................................................................................................3
2.2. CONFIGURING THE BASIC NETWORK SETTINGS...........................................................................8
2.3. CONNECTING TO VLPRO ....................................................................................................................9
3. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................ 12
3.1. 7780ASI-IP2 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION..........................................................................................12
3.1.1. Inputs and Outputs.................................................................................................... 12
3.1.2. Encapsulation Parameters........................................................................................ 12
3.1.3. Monitored Parameters .............................................................................................. 12
3.2. 7780IP-ASI2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................12
3.2.1. Inputs and Outputs.................................................................................................... 12
3.2.2. De-encapsulation Parameters .................................................................................. 13
3.2.3. Basic Included Monitoring IP Input ........................................................................... 13
4. 7780ASI-IP2 CARD CONFIGURATION ....................................................................................... 14
4.1. MONITOR TAB.....................................................................................................................................14
4.2. ACTIVE PID LIST TAB.........................................................................................................................15
4.3. CONTROL TAB....................................................................................................................................16
4.3.1. ASI Port Control........................................................................................................ 16
4.3.2. Ethernet Setup (Data Ports)...................................................................................... 16
4.3.3. Trap Destination (Control Port)................................................................................. 17
4.4. NOTIFICATION.....................................................................................................................................17
4.5. OUTPUT STREAM CONFIGURATION................................................................................................18
4.5.1. Monitor Section......................................................................................................... 19
4.5.2. Control Section ......................................................................................................... 19
5. 7780IP-ASI2 CARD CONFIGURATION ....................................................................................... 21
5.1. MONITOR TAB.....................................................................................................................................21
5.2. CONTROL TAB....................................................................................................................................22
5.2.1. ASI Port Control........................................................................................................ 22
5.2.2. Ethernet Setup (Data Ports)...................................................................................... 22
5.2.3. Trap Destination (Control Port)................................................................................. 23
5.3. NOTIFICATION.....................................................................................................................................23
5.4. INPUT STREAM CONFIGURATION....................................................................................................24
5.4.1. Monitor Section......................................................................................................... 26

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5.4.2. Control Section ......................................................................................................... 26
6. TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................................................. 27
6.1. UPDATING VLPRO SERVER JAR FILE.............................................................................................27
Figures
Figure 1-1: 7780ASI-IP2 Block Diagram ..........................................................................................................1
Figure 1-2: 7780IP-ASI Block Diagram ............................................................................................................2
Figure 2-1: 7700 Chassis Rear Panel ..............................................................................................................3
Figure 2-2: 7780ASI-IP2 and 7780IP-ASI2 Rear Plates ..................................................................................4
Figure 2-3: 7700 Frame Controller...................................................................................................................4
Figure 2-4: COM Port Properties Window........................................................................................................5
Figure 2-5: 7780ASI-IP2 HyperTerminal Main Menu.......................................................................................6
Figure 2-6: 7780IP-ASI2 HyperTerminal Main Menu.......................................................................................7
Figure 2-7: 7780ASI-IP2 Network Configuration Sub-Menu............................................................................8
Figure 2-8: 7780IP-ASI2 Network Configuration Sub-Menu............................................................................9
Figure 2-9: 7780ASI-IP2 VistaLINK®PRO Hardware Configuration..............................................................10
Figure 2-10: 7780IP-ASI2 VistaLINK®PRO Hardware Configuration............................................................10
Figure 4-1: Monitor Tab..................................................................................................................................14
Figure 4-2: Active PID List Tab.......................................................................................................................15
Figure 4-3: Control Tab...................................................................................................................................16
Figure 4-4: Ethernet Setup (Data Ports).........................................................................................................17
Figure 4-5: Speed Mode Drop Down Menu....................................................................................................17
Figure 4-6: Notification Tab ............................................................................................................................18
Figure 4-7: Output Stream..............................................................................................................................19
Figure 5-1: VistaLINK®PRO – Monitor Tab ...................................................................................................21
Figure 5-2: VistaLINK®PRO – Control Tab....................................................................................................22
Figure 5-3: Ethernet Setup (Data Ports).........................................................................................................23
Figure 5-4: Speed Mode Drop Down Menu....................................................................................................23
Figure 5-5: Notification Tab ............................................................................................................................24
Figure 5-6: VistaLINK®PRO Configuration....................................................................................................25
Figure 5-7: Input Stream.................................................................................................................................25
Figure 6-1: VistaLINK®PRO Server...............................................................................................................27
Figure 6-2: VistaLINK®PRO – Applying JAR Updates ..................................................................................28

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REVISION HISTORY
REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
1.0 First Release Feb 08
1.1 Updated figures and network setting information May 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
1.1. 7780ASI-IP2 OVERVIEW
The 7780ASI-IP2 is a complete hardware based solution for encapsulating two MPEG-2 transport
streams into IP. As more providers are trying to deliver contribution and distribution quality video over
IP networks, the 7780ASI-IP2 is capable of bridging traditional compressed world (ASI) with the
standard IP networks.
Controlled by the industry leading VistaLINK®PRO, the 7780ASI-IP2 offers signal providers the
capability to encapsulate two MPEG-2 transport stream payload to a unicast or multicast standardized
IP stream. For contribution application, the 7780ASI-IP2 offers industry standard FEC encoding to allow
data recovery on the de-encapsulation side. The 7780ASI-IP2 offers input monitoring for detecting
problems prior to the encapsulator. The 7780ASI-IP2 MPEG over IP encapsulator can be paired to the
7780IP-ASI2 De-encapsulator for an end-to-end solution.
The 7780ASI-IP2 occupies two card slots and can be housed in a 1RU frame which will hold up to
three modules, a 3RU frame which will hold up to 7 modules or a standalone enclosure.
• Fully integrated with the Industry leading Evertz VistaLINK®PRO NMS system
• 2 ASI inputs and 2 IP outputs
• Bitrate measurement and basic error on both ASI inputs
• Passive loop through on ASI inputs
• IP output encapsulated over GigaE RJ 45 for up to 2 TS on ASI inputs
• Optional FEC encoding- Pro MPEG forum code of practice #3- release 2<cop3>
TS processor
IP
encapsulators
CPU
Controller
8 GPO
General Purpose I/O
GPO
ASI 1
input
10/100
RJ45
ASI 1 Ouput 1
Equalizer
(Bypass Protected)
ASI 2
input Equalizer
Card
Edge Input
Present
Module
Status
ASI 2 Ouput 1
(Bypass Protected)
FEC
Generator
Output processor
10/100/1000
RJ45
10/100/1000
RJ45
Figure 1-1: 7780ASI-IP2 Block Diagram

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1.2. 7780IP-ASI2 OVERVIEW
The 7780IP-ASI2 is a complete hardware based solution for de-encapsulating MPEG-2 transport
streams from IP to ASI. As more providers are trying to deliver contribution and distribution quality
video over IP networks, the 7780IP-ASI2 is capable of bridging traditional compressed world (ASI) with
the standard IP networks.
Controlled by the industry leading VistaLINK®PRO, the 7780IP-ASI2 offers signal providers the
capability to de-encapsulate two IP streams carrying MPEG-2 transport stream payload to standardized
ASI streams. For contribution application the 7780IP-ASI2 offers industry standard FEC decoding to
allow data recovery in case of transmission problems in the IP cloud. It offers real time FEC statistics
for IP link quality monitoring. The 7780IP-ASI2 offers basic MPEG-2 TS input monitoring for detecting
problems prior to the de-encapsulator. The 7780IP-ASI2 MPEG over IP de-encapsulator can be paired
with the 7780ASI-IP2 encapsulator for an end-to-end solution.
The 7780IP-ASI2 occupies two card slots and can be housed in a 1RU frame which will hold up to
three modules, a 3RU frame which will hold up to 7 modules or a standalone enclosure.
7780IP-ASI2 Features
• Fully integrated with the Industry leading Evertz VistaLINK®PRO NMS system
• 2 IP inputs and 4 ASI outputs
• Bitrate measurement and basic monitoring on MPEG-2 streams
• Subscription to desired multicast using IGMP- V2/V3
• De-encapsulation of MPEG-2 TS to 2 separate ASI outputs
• Optional FEC decoding- Pro MPEG forum code of practice #3- release 2<cop3>
• Complete customization of status view and error report in VistaLINK®PRO
10/100
RJ45
10/100/1000
RJ45
VistaLINK®
Interface
Controller
MAC
PHY
IGMP
10/100/1000
RJ45
FEC
decoder
MPEG over IP
processor
ASI processor
IP De- encapsulators
ASI Out 1
ASI Out 2
ASI Out 3
Card
Edge Input
Present
Module
Status
8 GPO
General Purpose I/O
GPO
ASI Out 4
MAC
PHY
IGMP ASI processor
IP De- encapsulators
Figure 1-2: 7780IP-ASI Block Diagram

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2. INSTALLATION
To successfully install the 7780ASI-IP2 or 7780IP-ASI2, you will require the following items:
1. Unused IP address on the network or a DHCP server
2. Evertz serial cable
3. VLPro Server IP address
2.1. HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Before handling the card it is important to minimize the potential effects of static electricity. It is
therefore recommended that an ESD strap be worn.
Locate on a 7700 chassis two adjacent vacant slots. Unpack the card and separate the rear card from
the main card. Locate on the rear of the rack the two slots and remove the blanking panels. Insert the
rear card into the back of the chassis and secure using the four screws provided.
Figure 2-1: 7700 Chassis Rear Panel

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Figure 2-2: 7780ASI-IP2 and 7780IP-ASI2 Rear Plates
Before inserting the front card, connect the serial cable to the board using the serial cable provided.
Now insert the card into the corresponding front slots ensuring the card lines up with the slot runners on
the bottom and the top of the chassis. Push the card firmly into the slot ensuring that when it mates
with the rear plate that is has been securely pushed into a seated position. This can be confirmed when
the connectivity lights for the Ethernet port are illuminated. Do not connect any cables to the rear card
until the initial configuration has been completed (failure to do this could cause unwanted network
issues).
Figure 2-3: 7700 Frame Controller

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Figure 2-4: COM Port Properties Window
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:
Click OK to apply these settings and press the enter button on your keyboard. The card Main Menu
should appear as shown in Figure 2-6:
Bits per second 115200
Data Bits 8
Parity None
Stop Bits 2
Flow Control None

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Figure 2-5: 7780ASI-IP2 HyperTerminal Main Menu

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Figure 2-6: 7780IP-ASI2 HyperTerminal Main Menu
(1) Control Network Configuration
This sub-menu enables the user to configure the control network settings. Th Configuring this sub-
menu allows the user to access the card through the VLPro Client interface.
(2) Data Network Configuration
This sub-menu enables the user to configure the data port network settings. This setup can
alternatively be completed from VLPro once the control network settings have been established.
(3) 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.
(4) Debug Interface
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. Refer to section 2.2.

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2.2. CONFIGURING THE BASIC NETWORK SETTINGS
From the terminal session window select option (1) Control Network Configuration, the Control Network
Configuration menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 2-7.
1. Select option (1) Set IP Address and configure the card IP address, ensuring that the IP
address is not already in use on the network.
2. 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 the Network Configuration menu using (s) Save and Exit, NOT (x) Exit.
Figure 2-7: 7780ASI-IP2 Network Configuration Sub-Menu

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Figure 2-8: 7780IP-ASI2 Network Configuration Sub-Menu
You have now completed the necessary minimum configuration and can connect the cables to the rear
card when ready.
2.3. 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 appropriate jar file (either for the 7780ASI-IP2 or 7780IP-ASI2) to
the server, and both the client and server applications have been restarted. Please refer to the
VistaLINK®manual for instruction on how to load a jar file. If you are the network administrator refer to
section 6.1 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 “+” button.
Your card 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).
As shown in Figure 2-10, the card will list two inputs (numbered one and two).

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Figure 2-9: 7780ASI-IP2 VistaLINK®PRO Hardware Configuration
Figure 2-10: 7780IP-ASI2 VistaLINK®PRO Hardware Configuration

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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. SPECIFICATIONS
3.1. 7780ASI-IP2 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
3.1.1. Inputs and Outputs
• 2xASI input per DVB TR 101 891 270Mb/s (2 loop through)
• Min ASI TS input bitrate 100kb/s
• Max ASI TS input bitrate 213Mb/s
• 2xRJ45 10/100/1000 GigaE output for MPEG over IP
• 1xRJ45 10/100 control port
• 1xDB25 Output relay (8 GPO)
3.1.2. Encapsulation Parameters
• IP encapsulation for each ASI input:
• MAC 802.3>IPV4>RTP>UDP>MPEG (RTP can be turned on and off)
• Select 1 to 7 MPEG packets per IP frame
• Optional FEC encoding (Pro MPEG forum code of practice #3- release 2<cop3>) with L&D
following the below mentioned range:
L*D ≤100
1 ≤ L ≤ 20
4 ≤ D ≤ 20
• IP address (IP, Subnet mask, Gateway) for the source
• IP address for the destination (Unicast and Multicast)
• Selection of the source port and destination port
• Set Local MAC address of the equipment
3.1.3. Monitored Parameters
• Input Status
• Ethernet and ASI Port Status
• Ethernet and ASI TS Bitrate
• Useful Bitrate
• Null Packet Bitrate
• TS Sync Loss
• Continuity Count Error
• TS Input Packet Size
• PID List
3.2. 7780IP-ASI2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
3.2.1. Inputs and Outputs
• 2xRJ45 10/100/1000 GigaE input for MPEG over IP
• 4xASI outputs per DVB TR 101 891-270Mb/s
• Min ASI TS output bitrate 100kb/s
• Max total ASI TS output bitrate 213Mb/s

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• 1xRJ45 10/100 control port
• 1xDB25 Output relay (8 GPO)
3.2.2. De-encapsulation Parameters
• De-encapsulation of MPEG-2 packets following:
• MAC 802.3>IPV4>(RTP)>UDP>MPEG
• Accept 1 to 7 MPEG packets per IP frame
• Optional FEC decoding (Pro MPEG forum code of practice #3- release 2<cop3>) with L&D
following the below mentioned range:
L*D ≤100
1 ≤ L ≤ 20
4 ≤ D ≤20
• Join Multicast by providing correct messaging using IGMP V2/V3
• Selection of the UDP ports, IP Addresses
• Set Local MAC address of the equipment
3.2.3. Basic Included Monitoring IP Input
• Stream Type
• Received Ethernet Bandwidth
• Received IP Packets
• Received TS Packets
• Protocol Type
• TS Packet Size
• FEC Statistics:
o FEC Mode
o FEC Columns
o FEC Rows
o Corrected FEC Packets
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4. 7780ASI-IP2 CARD CONFIGURATION
Right click the IP address of the 7780ASI-IP2 to access the sub-menu, and then select “View
Configuration”. The configuration page will open enabling the user to toggle the configuration tabs in
order to configure the parameters of the 7780ASI-IP2. Sections 4.1 to 4.5 provide an explanation of the
features and functions of the 7780ASI-IP2 card.
4.1. MONITOR TAB
The Monitor page displays the status of the Ethernet Data ports and the ASI input ports. The Ethernet
Output Monitor section displays the port’s mode of operation in the Status field and the Total Bit rate
that is being output.
The ASI Input Monitor section displays the status of the ASI inputs. The status will not change unless
a valid ASI feed is detected (you may be required to refresh the status or select auto-refresh to view the
change). Using the auto refresh button can aid troubleshooting of connectivity issues, however, it will
prevent any configuration changes. The ASI monitoring fields can be reset at any time by clicking on
the “Clear ASI 1 Stats” button.
There are no user configurable items on this page. This page is for information purposes only.
Figure 4-1: Monitor Tab

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4.2. ACTIVE PID LIST TAB
The Active Pid List displays the number of Pids active within the applied ASI Transport Stream. The
user may be required to refresh the status or select auto-refresh to view the changes.
Figure 4-2: Active PID List Tab

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4.3. CONTROL TAB
The control tab is divided into three sub-sections, which include: ASI Port Control, Ethernet Setup
(Data Ports) and Trap Destination (Control Port).
Figure 4-3: Control Tab
4.3.1. ASI Port Control
The ASI Port Control allows the user to enable or disable the physical ASI input on the card.
4.3.2. Ethernet Setup (Data Ports)
The Ethernet Setup (Data Ports) refers to the physical data port of the 7780ASI-IP2 card. An IP
address and subnet mask must be entered in this section. Entering these fields establishes a presence
on the data network. The broadcast address will automatically calculate based on your Net Mask.
The user has the ability to assign a custom MAC address to the card (Not recommended). To use a
custom MAC address, enable the custom MAC address by selecting the enabled button, as shown in
Figure 4-4. Once enabled is selected enter a new MAC address in the "Custom MAC Address" field.
Select the Apply button to allow changes to take effect.