evertz EQT Series User guide

EQT SERIES ROUTERS
SYSTEM MANUAL
© Copyright 2008 - 2014
EVERTZ MICROSYSTEMS LTD.
5288 John Lucas Drive,
Burlington, Ontario,
Canada,
L7L 5Z9
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Version 1.9.1, January 2014
The material contained in this manual consists of information that is the property of Evertz Microsystems and is intended solely
for the use of purchasers of the EQT Routers. Evertz Microsystems expressly prohibits the use of this manual for any purpose
other than the operation of the Routers.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the express written permission of Copies of this
guide can be ordered from your Evertz products dealer or from Evertz Microsystems Ltd. Copies of this guide can be ordered
from your Evertz products dealer or from Evertz Microsystems.

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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 un-insulated “Dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating and maintenance (Servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the product.
•Read these instructions.
•Keep these instructions.
•Heed all warnings.
•Follow all instructions.
•Do not use this apparatus near water.
•Clean only with dry cloth.
•Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
•Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
•Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
•Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
•Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer
•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
•Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC – SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
WARNING
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND ENSURE THAT NO
OBJECTS FILLEDWITH LIQUIDS AREPLACED 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

FIBER OPTIC DEVICES
Some modules in this product may have fiber optic outputs. The following safety information applies to
the optical outputs of these modules. Consult individual chapters for specific safety information for
handling fiber optics.
WARNING
CAUTION –
CLASS 1 VISIBLE & INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN
DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY OR WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICES
The hand symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user
to instructions related to precautions for handling electrostatic-sensitive
devices. See “Electro Static Discharge (ESD) Precautions” section for
further details.

INFORMATION FOR NEBS COMPLIANT VERSIONS
The intra-
building port(s) of this equipment is suitable for connection to
intra-building or unexposed wiring or cabling only. The intra-building
port(s) of the equipment MUST NOT be metallically connected to interfaces
that connect to the OSP or its wiring. These interfaces are designed for use
as intra-building interfaces only (Type 2 or Type 4 ports as described in GR-
1089-CORE, Issue 4) and require isolation from the exposed OSP cabling.
The addition of Primary Protectors is not sufficient protection in order to
connect these interfaces metallically to OSP wiring.
The intra-building port(s) of the equipment or subassembly must use
shielded intra-building cabling/wiring that is grounded at both ends.
This equipment is to be connected to a Common Bonding Network. See
Installation section for further information.

This equipment is to be installed in the network telecommunication
facilities.

To ensure that radiated emissions do not exceed NEBS requirements, all
Ethernet (Cat-5 or better) connections must use shielded cable.
The use of unshielded Ethernet cable may cause excessive electromagnetic
radiation in excess of NEBS specifications.

INFORMATION TO USERS IN EUROPE
NOTE
This equipment with the CE marking complies with both the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Low Voltage
Directive (2006/95/EC) 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.
EN60065
Safety
EN504192 2005
Waste electrical products should not
be disposed of with household
waste. Contact your Local Authority
for recycling advice
EN55103-1: 1996
Emission
EN55103-2: 1996
Immunity
Evertz Microsystems Ltd
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Tested to comply with
FCC Standards
For Home or Office Use

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REVISION HISTORY
REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
0.1 Preliminary Version Aug 2008
1.0 Added –F Fiber version information Oct 2008
1.1 Updated Specifications May 2009
1.2 Added panel configuration information Jun 2009
1.3 Revised configuration information and added 16x16 and 16x4 versions Mar 2010
1.4 Removed references to using Q-Link to connect frames
in Manual Remote Control section July 2011
1.5 Added –CS Clean Switch version information Aug 2011
1.6 Updated “RS-422 Pin Out” table Jun 2012
1.7 Added NEBS documentation Oct 2012
1.8 Updates throughout May 2013
1.8.1 Added additional NEBS warning re shielded Cat-5 cables May 2013
1.8.2 Updated Cable Equalization information Jul 2013
1.9 Updates throughout Dec 2013
1.9.1 Updated notes and figures Jan 2014
Information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Evertz assumes no responsibility for the use thereof nor
for the rights of third parties, which may be affected in any way by the use thereof. Any representations in this document concerning
performance of Evertz 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
changes in equipment design or specifications.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW...............................................................................................................................1
1.1. CONFIGURATION .............................................................................................................2
1.2. CONTROL .........................................................................................................................2
1.3. POWER SUPPLY...............................................................................................................2
1.4. TECHNICAL ......................................................................................................................2
1.5. FEATURES (ALL VERSIONS)............................................................................................2
1.6. FEATURES (-CS VERSION ONLY)....................................................................................3
1.7. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL............................................................................................3
1.8. DEFINITIONS.....................................................................................................................4
2. INSTALLATION........................................................................................................................7
2.1. UNPACKING......................................................................................................................7
2.2. PHYSICAL INSTALLATION...............................................................................................7
2.2.1. Router Frames........................................................................................................7
2.2.2. Remote Panels ....................................................................................................... 7
2.3. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS...........................................................................................7
2.3.1. Video Inputs and Outputs........................................................................................8
2.3.2. Video Reference ..................................................................................................... 8
2.3.3. Fiber Input and Output Connections (EQT-3232-3G-F ONLY)...................................8
2.3.3.1 Optical Fiber Handling and Care ..................................................................9
2.3.3.2 Installing an SFP Module...........................................................................10
2.3.3.3 Removing an SFP module......................................................................... 10
2.3.4. Q-LINK Connections (Coax versions ONLY)........................................................... 10
2.3.4.1 Manual Remote Control - Using Q-Link......................................................11
2.4. SERIAL CONNECTIONS.................................................................................................. 11
2.5. MICRO-D SERIAL CONNECTION (-CS AND EQT-3224 NEW REAR PLATE ONLY) ........ 12
2.6. ETHERNET CONNECTIONS............................................................................................ 13
2.6.1. Connecting to an Ethernet Network........................................................................ 13
2.7. ALARM CONNECTOR.....................................................................................................15
2.8. REFERENCE................................................................................................................... 16
2.8.1. Video Reference ................................................................................................... 16
2.8.2. Selecting Whether the Video Reference is Terminated ........................................... 16
2.9. POWER SUPPLY............................................................................................................. 16
2.9.1. Removing the Power Supply.................................................................................. 17
2.10. GROUNDING AND BONDING – NEBS APPLICATIONS .................................................. 19

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3. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION.................................................................................................21
3.1. SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................21
3.1.1. Configuration.........................................................................................................21
3.1.2. Video Inputs ..........................................................................................................21
3.1.3. Video Outputs........................................................................................................21
3.1.4. Fiber Inputs (-F Fiber version) ................................................................................21
3.1.5. Fiber Outputs (-F Fiber version)..............................................................................22
3.1.6. Reference Timing ..................................................................................................22
3.1.7. Control ..................................................................................................................22
3.1.8. Physical.................................................................................................................22
3.1.9. Electrical ...............................................................................................................22
4. OPERATION...........................................................................................................................23
4.1. SYSTEM OVERVIEW........................................................................................................23
4.1.1. Front View.............................................................................................................26
4.1.2. Rear View..............................................................................................................26
4.2. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION .............................................................................................28
4.2.1. Communication Settings from the Front Panel (Except EQT-3224 and –
CS versions)..........................................................................................................28
4.2.2. Setting the IP Addressing for the EQT Clean Switch................................................28
4.2.3. Accessing the Configuration and Monitoring Menu..................................................31
4.2.4. Configuration and Monitoring Menu ........................................................................31
4.2.5. Configuring Network Settings.................................................................................32
4.2.6. Setting the SNMP Setup ........................................................................................32
4.2.7. Setting the Status Monitoring..................................................................................32
4.2.8. Setting the Engineering/Debug...............................................................................33
4.2.9. Viewing / Setting the Frame Configuration ..............................................................33
4.2.10. Viewing / Setting the Clean Switch Configuration (-CS Version Only).......................34
4.2.11. Viewing / Setting the Video Signal Configuration .....................................................34
4.3. SIGNAL AND SYSTEM MONITORING..............................................................................35
4.4. CONTROL SYSTEM.........................................................................................................35
4.4.1. Controlling the EQT Using Ethernet........................................................................35
4.4.2. Controlling the EQT Using Q-Link...........................................................................36
4.4.3. Controlling the EQT Using Serial ............................................................................36
5. VISTALINK® REMOTE MONITORING/CONTROL .............................................................37
5.1. WHAT IS VISTALINK®? ....................................................................................................37
5.2. GENERAL MONITORING AND CONTROL PARAMETERS ..............................................38
5.3. INPUT MONITORING PARAMETERS...............................................................................39
5.4. OUTPUT CONTROL PARAMETERS ................................................................................40
5.5. CLEAN SWITCH OUTPUT CONTROL PARAMETERS (–CS VERSIONS ONLY)...............41
5.6. RECLOCKER CONTROL PARAMETERS.........................................................................42
5.7. CROSSPOINT CONTROL PARAMETERS........................................................................43