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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW..................................................................................................................................1-1
1.1. OVERVIEW .........................................................................................................................1-1
1.2. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL............................................................................................1-2
1.3. DEFINITIONS......................................................................................................................1-3
2. INSTALLATION...........................................................................................................................2-1
2.1. REAR PANEL OVERVIEW.................................................................................................2-1
2.1.1. Video Connections................................................................................................... 2-1
2.1.2. Reference Video Connections ................................................................................. 2-2
2.1.3. Serial I/O Connections ............................................................................................. 2-2
2.1.3.1. Serial Port Pin Out Definitions................................................................... 2-3
2.1.4. GPI/O Connections .................................................................................................. 2-4
2.1.5. Ethernet Network Connections ................................................................................ 2-4
2.2. MOUNTING.........................................................................................................................2-4
2.3. POWER REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................. 2-5
2.4. CONNECTING THE REMOTE CONTROL PANEL............................................................ 2-5
2.5. CONNECTING THE VIDEO ................................................................................................ 2-6
2.5.1. Video Inputs .............................................................................................................2-6
2.5.2. Video Outputs .......................................................................................................... 2-6
2.5.3. Genlock Reference .................................................................................................. 2-6
2.6. CONNECTING THE LINEAR TIME CODE.........................................................................2-7
2.7. CONNECTING TO AN ETHERNET NETWORK.................................................................2-7
2.8. CONNECTING THE GENERAL PURPOSE INPUTS AND OUTPUTS .............................. 2-8
2.9. CONNECTING THE OPTIONAL TEMPERATURE PROBE............................................. 2-12
2.10.MODULE CONFIGURATION............................................................................................ 2-13
2.11.CONFIGURING THE MODULE USING THE MODULE SERIAL PORT ..........................2-13
2.11.1. Network Configuration ........................................................................................... 2-14
2.12.HOW TO INCORPORATE A ROUTER.............................................................................2-15
2.12.1. Using a Xenon Router............................................................................................ 2-15
2.12.2. Using a X1200 Series Router ................................................................................ 2-15
3. HOW TO OPERATE THE DOWNSTREAM KEYER
USING VISTALINK®PRO............................................................................................................3-1
3.1. WHAT IS VISTALINK®?.......................................................................................................3-1
3.2. VIDEO TAB.........................................................................................................................3-2
3.2.1. Video Standard ........................................................................................................ 3-2
3.2.2. Reference Type ....................................................................................................... 3-3
3.2.3. Horizontal Output Offset .......................................................................................... 3-3
3.2.4. Vertical Output Offset............................................................................................... 3-3

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3.3. TIME TAB............................................................................................................................3-4
3.3.1. Displaying Real Time Clock ..................................................................................... 3-4
3.3.2. Displaying the Universal Time Clock Time .............................................................. 3-4
3.3.3. Displaying the Local Time........................................................................................ 3-4
3.3.4. Displaying the Local Date ........................................................................................ 3-5
3.3.5. Displaying the Universal Date.................................................................................. 3-5
3.3.6. Displaying the Real Time Date ................................................................................ 3-5
3.3.7. Enabling Daylight Saving Time Compensation........................................................ 3-5
3.3.8. Selecting Whether the Time Code input is UTC or Local Time ............................... 3-6
3.3.9. Setting the LTC Date Format ................................................................................... 3-6
3.3.10. LTC Presence .......................................................................................................... 3-6
3.3.11. Synchronizing the Real Time Clock to the UTC Time.............................................. 3-6
3.3.12. Setting the Time Zone Offset ................................................................................... 3-7
3.3.13. Up Down Timer ........................................................................................................ 3-7
3.3.13.1. Setting the Up Down Timer ....................................................................... 3-7
3.4. NETWORK TAB..................................................................................................................3-8
3.4.1. IP Address ...............................................................................................................3-8
3.4.2. Sub Net Mask .......................................................................................................... 3-8
3.4.3. Gateway................................................................................................................... 3-8
3.4.4. MAC Address........................................................................................................... 3-8
3.5. GENERAL TAB...................................................................................................................3-9
3.5.1. Port Entry ................................................................................................................. 3-9
3.5.2. General ..................................................................................................................3-10
3.5.2.1. Automation Debug Functions.................................................................. 3-10
3.5.3. Firmware Version................................................................................................... 3-11
3.5.4. AFD........................................................................................................................ 3-11
3.5.5. Controls.................................................................................................................. 3-11
3.5.6. MCP Controls......................................................................................................... 3-12
3.6. DSK TAB...........................................................................................................................3-12
3.6.1.1. Setting the Key Type............................................................................... 3-12
3.6.1.2. Setting the Key Gain ............................................................................... 3-13
3.6.1.3. Setting the Key Offset ............................................................................. 3-13
3.6.1.4. Setting the Key Threshold....................................................................... 3-13
3.6.1.5. Setting the Auto Key Enable ................................................................... 3-13
3.7. MATTE TAB......................................................................................................................3-14
3.7.1. Matte Parameters .................................................................................................. 3-14
3.7.1.1. Setting the Matte Enable Function .......................................................... 3-14
3.7.2. Setting a User Defined Matte Aspect Ratio ........................................................... 3-15
3.7.2.1. Setting the Matte Top.............................................................................. 3-15
3.7.2.2. Setting the Matte Bottom......................................................................... 3-15
3.7.3. Setting the Matte Aspect Ratio .............................................................................. 3-15
3.8. GPI/GPO CONTROL TAB.................................................................................................3-16
3.8.1. Configuring the GPO Outputs ................................................................................ 3-17
3.8.2. Configuring the GPI Inputs..................................................................................... 3-18
3.8.2.1. Configuring the Perform Transition Function........................................... 3-18
3.8.2.2. Configuring the Load Preset Function..................................................... 3-18
3.8.2.3. Configuring the Action............................................................................. 3-18
3.8.2.4. Configuring the Logo Function ................................................................ 3-19

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3.9. TEMPERATURE TAB....................................................................................................... 3-20
3.9.1. Setting the Temperature Format............................................................................ 3-20
3.9.2. Setting the Temperature Source............................................................................ 3-21
3.9.3. Setting the Static Temperature .............................................................................. 3-21
3.9.4. Temperature Read Loss ........................................................................................ 3-21
3.10.TRANISITION TAB ...........................................................................................................3-22
3.10.1. Setting the Transition Type .................................................................................... 3-22
3.10.2. Setting the Transition Rate .................................................................................... 3-23
3.10.3. Setting the Transition Swap Mode ......................................................................... 3-23
3.10.4. Pausing a Transition .............................................................................................. 3-23
3.10.5. Setting Program Bus Change ................................................................................ 3-24
3.11.EAS TAB...........................................................................................................................3-24
3.11.1. EAS over TCP/IP ................................................................................................... 3-24
3.11.2. EAS Values............................................................................................................ 3-25
3.11.2.1. Setting the EAS Vertical Position ............................................................ 3-25
3.11.2.2. Setting the EAS Font............................................................................... 3-25
3.11.2.3. Setting the EAS Height ........................................................................... 3-25
3.11.2.4. Setting the EAS Rate .............................................................................. 3-25
3.11.3. EAS Colour Settings .............................................................................................. 3-25
3.12.PRESETS TAB..................................................................................................................3-26
3.13.MEDIA TAB.......................................................................................................................3-27
3.13.1. General Control...................................................................................................... 3-28
3.13.1.1. Setting the Control Bypass...................................................................... 3-28
3.13.2. Preview Channel.................................................................................................... 3-28
3.13.2.1. Setting the Video Input............................................................................ 3-28
3.13.2.2. Setting the DSK Layer............................................................................. 3-28
3.13.2.3. Setting the Logo Layer ............................................................................ 3-28
3.13.3. Program Control..................................................................................................... 3-28
3.13.3.1. Setting the Video Input............................................................................ 3-28
3.13.3.2. Setting the DSK Layer............................................................................. 3-28
3.13.3.3. Setting the Logo Layer ............................................................................ 3-28
3.13.4. Voice Over Control................................................................................................. 3-28
3.13.5. Transition Control................................................................................................... 3-29
3.13.6. Static Logo Configuration Settings......................................................................... 3-30
3.13.6.1. Setting the Logo Horizontal Position ....................................................... 3-30
3.13.6.2. Setting the Logo Vertical Position ........................................................... 3-30
3.13.6.3. Setting the Logo Transparency (Gain) .................................................... 3-30
3.13.6.4. Setting the Logo Fade In Duration .......................................................... 3-31
3.13.6.5. Setting the Logo Display Time (Hold) ..................................................... 3-31
3.13.6.6. Setting the Logo Fade Out Duration ....................................................... 3-31
3.13.6.7. Setting the Up Down Timer ..................................................................... 3-31
3.13.7. Crawl Logo Configuration Settings ........................................................................ 3-31
3.13.7.1. Setting the Crawl Logo Horizontal Position............................................. 3-32
3.13.7.2. Setting the Crawl Logo Vertical Position ................................................. 3-32
3.13.7.3. Setting the Crawl Logo Transparency (Gain).......................................... 3-32
3.13.7.4. Setting the Crawl Logo Fade In Duration ................................................ 3-32
3.13.7.5. Setting the Crawl Logo Display Time (Hold) ........................................... 3-33
3.13.7.6. Setting the Crawl Logo Fade Out Duration ............................................. 3-33
3.13.7.7. Setting the Up Down Timer ..................................................................... 3-33
3.13.7.8. Setting the Crawl Rate ............................................................................ 3-33

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3.13.7.9. Setting the Crawl Repeats Count ............................................................ 3-33
3.13.7.10. Setting the Crawl Pause Frequency ..................................................... 3-33
3.13.7.11. Setting the Crawl BG Opacity............................................................... 3-33
3.13.7.12. Setting the Font Height......................................................................... 3-34
3.13.7.13. Setting the Font Name.......................................................................... 3-34
3.13.8. Setting the Crawl Logo Colours ............................................................................. 3-34
3.13.8.1. Setting the Crawl Outline Opacity ........................................................... 3-34
3.13.9. Selecting a Logo or Media Item and Issuing a Fade/Cue/Fade Out ...................... 3-35
3.13.10. Audio Clip Configuration Settings........................................................................ 3-36
3.13.11. Setting the Audio Clip Repeat Count................................................................... 3-36
4. HOW TO OPERATE THE DOWNSTREAM KEYER
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL PANEL..................................................................................4-1
4.1. AN OVERVIEW OF KEY AND DISPLAY FUNCTIONS......................................................4-1
4.1.1. Preview Bus Button Group....................................................................................... 4-1
4.1.2. Program Bus Button Group...................................................................................... 4-2
4.1.3. The Function Button Group...................................................................................... 4-2
4.1.4. Setup Button Group ................................................................................................. 4-3
4.1.5. Control Panel Status Indicators ............................................................................... 4-4
4.1.5.1. Preview Bus Status Indicators................................................................... 4-4
4.1.5.2. Program Bus Status Indicators.................................................................. 4-4
4.1.5.3. Function Status Indicators......................................................................... 4-4
4.1.6. Electronics Unit Status Indicators ............................................................................ 4-5
4.1.7. Front Panel Display Functions ................................................................................. 4-5
4.2. OVERVIEW OF FRONT REMOTE CONTROL PANEL OPERATION................................4-5
4.2.1. Displaying Logos...................................................................................................... 4-5
4.3. AN OVERVIEW OF THE SETUP MENU SYSTEM.............................................................4-5
4.4. NAVIGATING THE SETUP MENU......................................................................................4-6
4.5. FRONT PANEL SETUP MENU – MAIN MENU..................................................................4-8
4.6. GENERAL CONFIGURATION ITEMS................................................................................4-9
4.6.1. Selecting the Video Standard ................................................................................ 4-10
4.6.2. Setting the Video Output Timing With Respect To Reference............................... 4-10
4.6.3. Firmware Version and Evoking an Upgrade .......................................................... 4-11
4.6.4. Configuring the Real Time Clock ........................................................................... 4-11
4.6.4.1. Displaying the Local Time ....................................................................... 4-12
4.6.4.2. Displaying the UTC Time ........................................................................ 4-12
4.6.4.3. Setting the Real Time Clock.................................................................... 4-12
4.6.4.4. Setting the Time Zone Offset .................................................................. 4-13
4.6.4.5. Enabling Daylight Saving Time Compensation ....................................... 4-13
4.6.4.6. Selecting Whether the Time Code input is UTC or Local Time............... 4-13
4.6.4.7. Synchronizing the Real Time Clock to the UTC Time ............................. 4-14
4.6.4.8. Displaying the Local Date ....................................................................... 4-14
4.6.4.9. Displaying the UTC Date......................................................................... 4-14
4.6.4.10. Setting the Real Time Date ..................................................................... 4-14
4.6.4.11. Setting the LTC Date Format .................................................................. 4-15
4.6.5. Setting Up the Network Addresses ........................................................................ 4-15
4.6.5.1. Setting Up the IP Address....................................................................... 4-15
4.6.5.2. Setting Up the Sub Net Mask.................................................................. 4-15
4.6.5.3. Setting Up the Gateway .......................................................................... 4-15

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4.6.5.4. Displaying the Ethernet Hardware Address ............................................ 4-16
4.6.6. Displaying SNMP Trap Destination........................................................................ 4-16
4.6.7. Displaying AFD Logo Trigger................................................................................. 4-16
4.6.8. Setting the Serial Protocol for COM Ports D and E ............................................... 4-16
4.6.9. Setting the Genlock Status .................................................................................... 4-17
4.6.10. Protecting Line 21 Captions................................................................................... 4-18
4.6.11. Setting the Unit Name............................................................................................ 4-18
4.6.12. Setting the Up Down Timer.................................................................................... 4-18
4.6.13. Automation Debug Functions................................................................................. 4-19
4.7. FILE MANAGEMENT CONFIGURATION ITEMS.............................................................4-19
4.7.1. Selecting the Source Media ................................................................................... 4-20
4.7.2. Selecting the Media File Name .............................................................................. 4-20
4.7.3. Selecting the Destination Media ............................................................................ 4-20
4.7.4. Deleting a File ........................................................................................................ 4-20
4.7.5. Erasing all the Files from a Media Disk.................................................................. 4-20
4.8. MATTE CONFIGURATION ITEMS...................................................................................4-21
4.8.1. Turning the Matte On and Off ................................................................................ 4-21
4.8.2. Setting the Matte Aspect Ratio .............................................................................. 4-21
4.8.3. Setting a User Defined Matte Aspect Ratio ........................................................... 4-22
4.9. DOWNSTREAM KEYER CONFIGURATION ITEMS........................................................4-22
4.9.1. Setting the Downstream Key Type ........................................................................ 4-22
4.9.2. Setting the Downstream Key Object Transparency ............................................... 4-23
4.9.3. Setting the Downstream Key Object Offset ........................................................... 4-23
4.9.4. Setting the Downstream Self Key Threshold ......................................................... 4-23
4.9.5. Allowing Automation to Control the Media Layer ................................................... 4-23
4.10.TRANSITION CONFIGURATION ITEMS.......................................................................... 4-24
4.10.1. Setting the Transition Type .................................................................................... 4-24
4.10.2. Setting the Transition Rate .................................................................................... 4-25
4.10.3. Setting the Transition Swap Mode ......................................................................... 4-25
4.10.4. Pausing a Transition .............................................................................................. 4-25
4.10.5. Setting Program Bus Change ................................................................................ 4-25
4.11.PRESET CONFIGURATION ITEMS................................................................................. 4-26
4.11.1. Configuring the GPI Inputs..................................................................................... 4-26
4.11.1.1. Selecting One of the GPI Inputs to Configure ......................................... 4-27
4.11.1.2. Configuring the GPI Actions.................................................................... 4-27
4.11.2. Configuring the GPO Outputs ................................................................................ 4-29
4.11.3. Recalling a User Preset ......................................................................................... 4-30
4.11.4. Storing a User Preset............................................................................................. 4-30
4.11.5. Exporting a User Preset......................................................................................... 4-30
4.11.6. Selecting the Source of the Preset Settings .......................................................... 4-30
4.12.TEMPERATURE CONFIGURATION ITEMS....................................................................4-31
4.12.1. Setting the Temperature Source............................................................................ 4-31
4.12.2. Setting the Temperature Format............................................................................ 4-31
4.12.3. Setting the Static Temperature .............................................................................. 4-32
4.12.4. Temperature Read Loss ........................................................................................ 4-32
4.13.EAS CONFIGURATION ITEMS (+E OPTIONED UNITS ONLY)...................................... 4-32
4.13.1. Setting the EAS Display Type................................................................................ 4-33
4.13.2. Setting the Vertical Position of EAS Crawl Display................................................ 4-33

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4.13.3. Setting the Font used for the EAS Crawl Display .................................................. 4-34
4.13.4. Setting the Font Size for the EAS Crawl Display ................................................... 4-34
4.13.5. Setting the Crawl Rate for the EAS Crawl Display................................................. 4-34
4.13.6. Setting the Colours for the EAS Crawl Display ...................................................... 4-34
4.14.MEDIA CONFIGURATION ITEMS....................................................................................4-35
4.14.1. Setting the Logo Horizontal Position...................................................................... 4-36
4.14.2. Setting the Logo Vertical Position .......................................................................... 4-37
4.14.3. Setting the Logo Transparency.............................................................................. 4-37
4.14.4. Setting the Logo Fade In Duration ......................................................................... 4-37
4.14.5. Setting the Logo Display Time ............................................................................... 4-37
4.14.6. Setting the Logo Fade Out Duration ...................................................................... 4-38
4.14.7. Setting the Up Down Timer.................................................................................... 4-38
4.14.8. Crawl Logo Configuration Items (Crawl Optioned Units Only)............................... 4-38
4.14.8.1. Setting the Crawl Logo Horizontal Crawl Rate ........................................ 4-38
4.14.8.2. Setting the Crawl Logo Repeat Count..................................................... 4-38
4.14.8.3. Setting the Crawl Logo Pause Time between Repeats........................... 4-39
4.14.8.4. Setting the Crawl Logo Text Font Size.................................................... 4-39
4.14.8.5. Setting the Crawl Logo Text Font............................................................ 4-39
4.14.8.6. Setting the Crawl Logo Transparency ..................................................... 4-39
4.14.8.7. Setting the Crawl Logo Colours............................................................... 4-39
4.14.9. Audio Clip Configuration Items .............................................................................. 4-40
4.14.9.1. Setting the Audio Clip Repeat Count....................................................... 4-40
4.14.9.2. Audio Clip Configuration ......................................................................... 4-40
5. HTML AUDIO SETUP PAGE.......................................................................................................5-1
5.1. HTML SETUP PAGE...........................................................................................................5-1
5.1.1. Main Index Page ...................................................................................................... 5-1
5.1.2. Wav File Playout ...................................................................................................... 5-4
5.1.3. METAR Setup Page................................................................................................. 5-4
5.1.4. Reboot Page ............................................................................................................ 5-5
5.1.5. GPI Scripting............................................................................................................5-6
5.1.5.1. Scripting Object Syntax............................................................................. 5-8
5.1.5.2. Scenario Samples SAP Programming .................................................... 5-11
5.1.5.3. Bring Up a Trouble Slide Called “trouble”................................................ 5-12
6. HOW TO OPERATE THE DOWNSTREAM KEYER
USING THE DESKTOP CONTROL PANEL................................................................................6-1
6.1. AN OVERVIEW OF KEY AND DISPLAY FUNCTIONS......................................................6-2
6.1.1. Output Bus Button Group......................................................................................... 6-2
6.1.2. Transition Button Group........................................................................................... 6-3
6.1.3. Function Button Group............................................................................................. 6-4
6.1.4. Shaft Encoder Knobs ............................................................................................... 6-5
6.1.5. Setup Button Group ................................................................................................. 6-5
6.1.6. Control Panel Status Indicators ............................................................................... 6-6
6.2. OVERVIEW OF DESKTOP CONTROL PANEL OPERATION...........................................6-6
6.2.1. Displaying Logos...................................................................................................... 6-6
6.3. AN OVERVIEW OF THE SETUP MENU SYSTEM.............................................................6-6
6.3.1. Navigating the Setup Menu...................................................................................... 6-6

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7. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................................7-1
7.1. SPECIFICATIONS...............................................................................................................7-1
7.1.1. Serial Digital Video Input.......................................................................................... 7-1
7.1.2. Serial Digital Video Outputs ..................................................................................... 7-1
7.1.3. Video Reference ...................................................................................................... 7-1
7.1.4. LTC Reader (on breakout cable) ............................................................................. 7-1
7.1.5. Control (on breakout cable) ..................................................................................... 7-1
7.1.6. General Purpose Inputs and Outputs ...................................................................... 7-2
7.1.7. Electrical .................................................................................................................. 7-2
7.1.8. Physical.................................................................................................................... 7-2
8. UPGRADING THE FIRMWARE................................................................................................... 8-1
8.1. OVERVIEW .........................................................................................................................8-1
8.2. FIRMWARE UPGRADE VIA OVERTURE APPLICATION (RECOMMENDED
PROCEDURE) ....................................................................................................................8-2
8.3. FIRMWARE UPGRADE VIA TERMINAL PROGRAM........................................................ 8-3
8.3.1. Step 1: Transferring the File to the CF..................................................................... 8-3
8.3.1.1. Method 1: Using Overture 2 ...................................................................... 8-3
8.3.1.2. Method 2: Copy Using a CF Reader ......................................................... 8-4
8.3.2. Step 2: Serial Upgrade Procedure ........................................................................... 8-4
8.3.2.1. Terminal Program Setup ........................................................................... 8-4
8.3.2.2. Initiating Firmware Upgrade Mode from the Terminal Program ................ 8-5
8.3.2.3. Uploading the New Firmware.................................................................... 8-6
8.3.2.4. Completing the Upgrade ........................................................................... 8-7
9. INDEX...........................................................................................................................................9-1
Figures
Figure 1-1: 7725DSK-LG Block Diagram ..................................................................................................... 1-2
Figure 2-1: 7725DSK-LG and 7725DSK-LG-HD Rear Panel....................................................................... 2-1
Figure 2-2: Keyer GPIO Opto Isolator Circuitry ............................................................................................ 2-9
Figure 2-3: Powering the General Purpose Input Opto-Isolators from the Unit ......................................... 2-10
Figure 2-4: Powering the General Purpose Input Opto-Isolators from an External Power Supply ............ 2-10
Figure 2-5: Powering the General Purpose Output Opto-Isolators from the Unit....................................... 2-11
Figure 2-6: Powering the General Purpose Output Opto-Isolators from an External Power Supply ......... 2-11
Figure 2-7: HyperTerminal – Main Menu................................................................................................... 2-14
Figure 2-8: HyperTerminal – Network Configuration................................................................................. 2-14
Figure 3-1: Video Window ............................................................................................................................ 3-2
Figure 3-2: Time Window.............................................................................................................................. 3-4
Figure 3-3: Network Window ........................................................................................................................ 3-8
Figure 3-4: General Window......................................................................................................................... 3-9
Figure 3-5: DSK Window ............................................................................................................................ 3-12
Figure 3-6: Matte Window........................................................................................................................... 3-14
Figure 3-7: GPI/GPO Control Window........................................................................................................ 3-16
Figure 3-8: Temperature Window ............................................................................................................... 3-20
Figure 3-9: Transition Window.................................................................................................................... 3-22
Figure 3-10: Wipe Pattern Angles............................................................................................................... 3-23
Figure 3-11: EAS Window .......................................................................................................................... 3-24
Figure 3-12: Presets Window ..................................................................................................................... 3-26
Figure 3-13: Media Window........................................................................................................................ 3-27
Figure 3-14: Voice Over Control Options ................................................................................................... 3-28

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Figure 3-15: Static Logo Configuration Settings......................................................................................... 3-30
Figure 3-16: Crawl Logo Configuration Settings ........................................................................................ 3-32
Figure 3-17: “Choose a Colour” Dialog Box ............................................................................................... 3-34
Figure 3-18: Issuing a Fade/Cue/Fade Out................................................................................................ 3-35
Figure 3-19: Command Status Table ......................................................................................................... 3-35
Figure 3-20: Audio Clip Configuration Settings .......................................................................................... 3-36
Figure 4-1: 7725DSK-LG – Front Remote Control Panel Layout..................................................................4-1
Figure 4-2: 7725DSK-LG – Back Remote Control Panel Layout ..................................................................4-1
Figure 4-3: Overview of the Setup Menu System..........................................................................................4-7
Figure 5-1: Main Index Page .........................................................................................................................5-1
Figure 5-2: HTML Audio Setup Page ............................................................................................................5-2
Figure 5-3: Metar Setup Page .......................................................................................................................5-4
Figure 5-4: HTML Reboot Page ....................................................................................................................5-5
Figure 6-1: 7725DSK-LG – Desktop Control Panel Layout...........................................................................6-1
Figure 8-1: Upgrading via Overture ...............................................................................................................8-2
Figure 8-2: Transferring File in Overture .......................................................................................................8-4
Figure 8-3: 7700FC Boot Monitor ..................................................................................................................8-5
Figure 8-4: Second Stage Boot Loader .........................................................................................................8-6
Figure 8-5: Main Menu...................................................................................................................................8-6
Tables
Table 2-1: Remote Panel Port Pin Definitions...............................................................................................2-2
Table 2-2: Serial Port C and D – RS422 Pin Definitions ...............................................................................2-3
Table 2-3: Serial Port Pin Definitions.............................................................................................................2-3
Table 2-4: GPI/O Connector Pin Definitions..................................................................................................2-4
Table 2-5: Remote Control Panel Extender Cable ........................................................................................2-5
Table 2-6: Video Input Formats .....................................................................................................................2-6
Table 2-7: Standard RJ45 Wiring Colour Codes ...........................................................................................2-7
Table 2-8: GPIO Maximum Ratings............................................................................................................ 2-12
Table 2-9: Temperature Probe Extender Cable ......................................................................................... 2-12
Table 4-1: Top Level of the General Setup Menu .........................................................................................4-9
Table 4-2: Top Level of the Manage Files Setup Menu .............................................................................4-19
Table 4-3: Top Level of the Matte Setup Menu .......................................................................................... 4-21
Table 4-4: Top Level of the DSK Setup Menu............................................................................................ 4-22
Table 4-5: Top Level of the Transition Setup Menu ................................................................................... 4-24
Table 4-6: Top Level of the Preset Setup Menu......................................................................................... 4-26
Table 4-7: Top Level of the EAS Setup Menu ............................................................................................ 4-33
Table 4-8: Top Level of the Media Setup Menu ......................................................................................... 4-36

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REVISION HISTORY
REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
0.1 Preliminary Version June 07
0.2 Added new menu items to section 3, change Rear Panel drawings Nov 07
Added VistaLINK®section
1.0 Added VLPro section, added Router configuration section,
updated Firmware information, reformatted layout & sections. Jul 08
1.1 Updated Pin Out Description Oct 08
1.2 Updated playout cache Nov 08
1.3 Updated Ethernet and VistaLINK®description Nov 08
1.4 Removed reference to Port A in section 2.1.3 Aug 09
Information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Evertz assumes no responsibility for the use thereof nor
for the rights of third parties, which may be affected in any way by the use thereof. Any representations in this document concerning
performance of Evertz products are for informational use only and are not warranties of future performance, either expressed 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
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW..................................................................................................................................1-1
1.1. OVERVIEW .........................................................................................................................1-1
1.2. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL............................................................................................1-2
1.3. DEFINITIONS......................................................................................................................1-3
Figures
Figure 1-1: 7725DSK-LG Block Diagram ..................................................................................................... 1-2

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1. OVERVIEW
1.1. OVERVIEW
The Evertz 7725DSK-LG/7725DSK-LG-HD Downstream Keyer and Logo Inserter is a complete
package that will insert simultaneous static or animated logos over a full bandwidth HD/SD program
video signal. The 7725DSK-LG has been designed to manage and store multiple logo objects. Logos
are stored in non-volatile Flash memory and may be downloaded to the hardware via an RS-232 serial
interface or via Ethernet FTP using the Overture™ software. The 7725DSK-LG has a key and fill input
to allow for external keyer sources. It supports two video input sources and preview and program bus
outputs.
In addition to the support for an external keyer, one animated logo or up to 16 static logos can be
keyed simultaneously with independent fade control for each static logo. The size of each logo varies
and ranges from 1/25th to full screen. The position of the logo, fade rates, clip association and
animation rates are also user controllable. The 7725DSK-LG comes with 192MB of playout cache and
1GB compact flash storage.
The onboard preview allows you to cue your logos for position and content verification prior to going
"On Air". Audio clips are stored as stereo 16-bit, 48kHz WAV format. The optional features of the
7725DSK-LG are: a crawl option that provides the ability to insert crawls with static content and an
interface for Emergency Alert Systems (EAS).
Features
•HD/SD mixer or downstream keyer with full preview.
•Supports 525i/59.94, 16x9 525i, and 625i/50 video formats (in 7725DSK-LG only).
•Supports 525i/59.94, 16x9 525i, 625i/50, 720p/50, 720p/59.94, 1080i/50, and 1080i/59.94 video
formats (in 7725DSK-LG-HD only).
•Variety of smooth transitions including cut, fade and 8 angles of wipes.
•Full 12 bit linear keyer with video fade-in and fade-out processing.
•Stores and inserts 1 animated or up to 16 static logos with independent control of logo position,
transparency and offset. Independent controls of fade in and fade out for static logos.
•Download logos from a standard PC via Ethernet using overture software.
•192MB of playout cache; 1GB of compact flash storage.
•LTC input for analog or digital 'Breakfast Clock' logos.
•Built-in Black Generator.
•8 channel embedded audio support.
•Automatic equalization up to 250m (Belden 8281 or equivalent cable).
•Video input bypass relays for power failure bypass protection.
•Multiple control interface options including GPI, RS232 automation control.
•Optional rack mount control panel.
•Optional crawl support for static crawls.
•Optional desktop remote control panel available.
•Optional temperature probe for temperature logos.

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Background
2 Program
Outputs
Preview
Output
12-bit
Linear
Mixer
Output
Timing
Generator
S/P
S/P
Ref In
Auto
Synchronizing
Unit Fill
Chroma/Luma
Processor &
Filter
Logo
Storage
Matte
Generator
Wipe/Fade
Key
Generator
Black
Generator
S/P
S/PKey
Fill
HD/SD
Input B
HD/SD
Input A
P/S Cable
Driver
Bypass
Relay
Protected
P/S Cable
Driver
Control GPO Status
GPI Control
1
2
Video
Status
VistaLINK®
Interface
Ethernet Serial
Comms
Audio
Deembedder
Audio
Embedder
Audio
Mixer
Audio
Deembedder
Audio
Embedder
Figure 1-1: 7725DSK-LG Block Diagram
1.2. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This manual is organized into 8 main chapters: Overview, Installation, VistaLINK® PRO Front Panel
Operation, Front Panel Operation, HTML Audio Setup, Desktop Remote Panel Operation, Technical
Description, and Upgrading the Firmware. The overview section contains a brief overview of the
7725DSK-LG operations, technical features 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 further into the manual. Unless otherwise
specified, the term 7725DSK-LG will be used throughout this manual to refer to both the Standard
Definition 7725DSK-LG and High Definition 7725DSK-LG-HD units.
Chapter 2 provides a detailed description of the rear panel connectors, and how the 7725DSK-LG
should be connected into your system.
Chapter 3 describes how to operate the 7725DSK-LG using VistaLINK® PRO.
Chapter 4 describes how to operate the 7725DSK-LG using the Front Panel Controls or Rackmount
Remote Control Panel. This chapter also includes information on the Setup Menu system.
Chapter 5 provides an overview of the HTML setup page.
Chapter 6 describes how to control the 7725DSK-LG using the Desktop Remote Control Panel.
Chapter 7 provides technical information such as the specifications.
Chapter 8 describes how to upgrade the firmware in the 7725DSK-LG.

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"Items of special note are indicated with a double box like this.
1.3. DEFINITIONS
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).
16x9: A widescreen 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
organization 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 synchronising information.
Composite digital: A digitally encoded video signal, such as NTSC or PAL video that includes
horizontal and vertical synchronising 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
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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.
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.
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 Y, B-Y, R-Y and RGB component digital
television signals.
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 equal
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.
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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.
SMPTE 125M: The SMPTE standard for bit parallel digital interface for component video signals.
SMPTE 125M defines the parameters required to generate and distribute component video
signals on a parallel interface.
SMPTE 259M-C: The SMPTE standard for 525 and 625 line serial digital component and composite
interfaces.
SMPTE 272M: The SMPTE standard for embedding audio in serial digital standard definition
(SMPTE 259M-C) video signals.
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 276M: The SMPTE standard for transmission of AES/EBU Digital Audio Signals Over
Coaxial Cable
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.
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.)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
2. INSTALLATION...........................................................................................................................2-1
2.1. REAR PANEL OVERVIEW.................................................................................................2-1
2.1.1. Video Connections................................................................................................... 2-1
2.1.2. Reference Video Connections ................................................................................. 2-2
2.1.3. Serial I/O Connections ............................................................................................. 2-2
2.1.3.1. Serial Port Pin Out Definitions................................................................... 2-3
2.1.4. GPI/O Connections .................................................................................................. 2-4
2.1.5. Ethernet Network Connections ................................................................................ 2-4
2.2. MOUNTING.........................................................................................................................2-4
2.3. POWER REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................. 2-5
2.4. CONNECTING THE REMOTE CONTROL PANEL............................................................ 2-5
2.5. CONNECTING THE VIDEO ................................................................................................ 2-6
2.5.1. Video Inputs .............................................................................................................2-6
2.5.2. Video Outputs .......................................................................................................... 2-6
2.5.3. Genlock Reference .................................................................................................. 2-6
2.6. CONNECTING THE LINEAR TIME CODE.........................................................................2-7
2.7. CONNECTING TO AN ETHERNET NETWORK.................................................................2-7
2.8. CONNECTING THE GENERAL PURPOSE INPUTS AND OUTPUTS .............................. 2-8
2.9. CONNECTING THE OPTIONAL TEMPERATURE PROBE............................................. 2-12
2.10.MODULE CONFIGURATION............................................................................................ 2-13
2.11.CONFIGURING THE MODULE USING THE MODULE SERIAL PORT ..........................2-13
2.11.1. Network Configuration ........................................................................................... 2-14
2.12.HOW TO INCORPORATE A ROUTER.............................................................................2-15
2.12.1. Using a Xenon Router............................................................................................ 2-15
2.12.2. Using a X1200 Series Router ................................................................................ 2-15

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Figure 2-1: 7725DSK-LG and 7725DSK-LG-HD Rear Panel........................................................................2-1
Figure 2-2: Keyer GPIO Opto Isolator Circuitry.............................................................................................2-9
Figure 2-3: Powering the General Purpose Input Opto-Isolators from the Unit ......................................... 2-10
Figure 2-4: Powering the General Purpose Input Opto-Isolators from an External Power Supply ............ 2-10
Figure 2-5: Powering the General Purpose Output Opto-Isolators from the Unit ...................................... 2-11
Figure 2-6: Powering the General Purpose Output Opto-Isolators from an External Power Supply ......... 2-11
Figure 2-7: HyperTerminal – Main Menu................................................................................................... 2-14
Figure 2-8: HyperTerminal – Network Configuration................................................................................. 2-14
Tables
Table 2-1: Remote Panel Port Pin Definitions...............................................................................................2-2
Table 2-2: Serial Port C and D – RS422 Pin Definitions ...............................................................................2-3
Table 2-3: Serial Port Pin Definitions.............................................................................................................2-3
Table 2-4: GPI/O Connector Pin Definitions..................................................................................................2-4
Table 2-5: Remote Control Panel Extender Cable ........................................................................................2-5
Table 2-6: Video Input Formats .....................................................................................................................2-6
Table 2-7: Standard RJ45 Wiring Colour Codes ...........................................................................................2-7
Table 2-8: GPIO Maximum Ratings............................................................................................................ 2-12
Table 2-9: Temperature Probe Extender Cable ......................................................................................... 2-12