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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW..................................................................................................................................... 1
2. CARD EDGE CONTROLS..............................................................................................................2
2.1. DETERMINING CURRENT IP ADDRESS SETTINGS.......................................................... 2
2.2. RESTORING FACTORY DEFAULTS.................................................................................... 2
2.3. CARD EDGE LEDS ............................................................................................................... 2
3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................... 3
3.1. DATA INPUT SERIAL PORT................................................................................................. 3
3.2. ELECTRICAL......................................................................................................................... 3
3.3. PHYSICAL ............................................................................................................................. 3
4. CONFIGURATION.......................................................................................................................... 4
4.1. EXAMPLE CONFIGURATION: UMDS, TALLIES, SOURCE NAMES.................................. 4
4.2. EXAMPLE CONFIGURATION: TALLIES.............................................................................. 6
4.3. STEP 1: PREPARE MVP OUTPUT CARD TO RECEIVE UMD
AND/OR VGPI (TALLY) DATA.............................................................................................. 7
4.4. STEP 2: CONNECT 7700PTX-MVS TO THE SWITCHER.................................................... 8
4.5. STEP 3: CONNECT A PC TO THE DEBUG/MONITOR PORT............................................. 9
4.6. STEP 4: CONFIGURE NETWORK PARAMETERS............................................................ 11
4.7. STEP 5: OPEN 7700PTX-MVS VLPRO CONFIGURATION VIEW.....................................13
4.8. STEP 6: CONFIGURE SWITCHER PARAMETERS........................................................... 14
4.9. STEP 7: CONFIGURE UMD/VGPI (TALLY) PEERS........................................................... 17
4.10. STEP 8: CONFIGURE ROUTER PARAMETERS (OPTIONAL) ......................................... 18
4.11. STEP 9: REBOOT THE 7700PTX-MVS .............................................................................. 22
4.12. STEP 10: CHECK SWITCHER COMMUNICATION............................................................ 23
4.13. STEP 11: CHECK UMD/VGPI (TALLY) PEER COMMUNICATION ................................... 25
4.14. STEP 12: CHECK ROUTER COMMUNICATION (OPTIONAL).......................................... 26
4.15. STEP 13: ASSOCIATE UMD PROTOCOL IDS WITH ROUTER
DESTINATIONS (OPTIONAL)............................................................................................. 27
4.16. STEP 14: ASSOCIATE ROUTER DESTINATIONS WITH
SWITCHER SOURCES (OPTIONAL).................................................................................. 28
5. ROUTER CONTROL..................................................................................................................... 30
5.1. CROSSPOINT CONTROL................................................................................................... 30

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6. FIRMWARE UPGRADE................................................................................................................31
6.1. FTP PROCEDURE............................................................................................................... 31
6.2. SERIAL PROCEDURE ........................................................................................................31
7. VISTALINK®REMOTE MONITORING/CONTROL ......................................................................33
7.1. WHAT IS VISTALINK®?.......................................................................................................33
Figures
Figure 2-1: PTX Card Edge..............................................................................................................................2
Figure 4-1: Example Setup with Quartz Router................................................................................................4
Figure 4-2: Example Setup without Quartz Router...........................................................................................6
Figure 4-3: RS-422 Pins...................................................................................................................................8
Figure 4-4: Upgrade Jumper ............................................................................................................................9
Figure 4-5: ‘Connect To’ Window...................................................................................................................10
Figure 4-6: COM1 Properties .........................................................................................................................10
Figure 4-7: 7700PTX-MVS Main Menu ..........................................................................................................11
Figure 4-8: 7700PTX-MVS Network Configuration Menu ..............................................................................11
Figure 2-9: VLPro Hardware Navigation Tree................................................................................................13
Figure 4-10: Switcher Parameters..................................................................................................................14
Figure 4-11: UMD Peer Parameters...............................................................................................................17
Figure 4-12: Router Parameters.....................................................................................................................18
Figure 4-13: WinSetup Port Protocol Settings................................................................................................20
Figure 4-14: WinSetup System Levels...........................................................................................................21
Figure 4-15: Rebooting the 7700PTX-MVS....................................................................................................22
Figure 4-16: Switcher Communication ...........................................................................................................23
Figure 4-17: UMD Peer Communication ........................................................................................................25
Figure 4-18: Router Communication ..............................................................................................................26
Figure 4-19: Configuring UMD Protocol IDs (PIDs)........................................................................................27
Figure 4-20: Associating Switcher Sources With Router Destinations ..........................................................28
Figure 5-1: Changing Router Crosspoints......................................................................................................30
Tables
Table 4-1: RS-422 Wiring.................................................................................................................................9
Table 4-2: Primary Source/VGPI....................................................................................................................16
Table 4-3: Switcher Status Parameters..........................................................................................................24
Table 4-4: Router Status Parameters.............................................................................................................26

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REVISION HISTORY
REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
1.0 First Release Oct 07
1.1 Updated card edge drawing and RS-422 Wiring table Nov 07
1.2 Added Tally Support Information Jan 08
1.3 Tally groups are now GPx Red and Green Apr 08
1.4 Added overview, block diagram, technical specifications, and VistaLINK section Nov 08
1.5 Removed references to GPI, GPO, LTC specifications Apr 09
1.6 Removed block diagram Nov 09
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1. OVERVIEW
The 7700PTX Universal Protocol Translator module provides an interface between third-party and
Evertz equipment. The 7700PTX communicates with third-party equipment either via one of four serial
ports or via a built in Ethernet port. These ports can provide bi-directional protocol support.
Function:
The function of the 7700PTX generally falls into one of four categories:
1. Third-Party Router Control: In this mode the 7700PTX affords VistaLINK®the ability to control
and monitor third-party routers. The 7700PTX can convey UMD information to Evertz
monitoring equipment.
2. Third-Party UMD Interface: In this mode the 7700PTX translates third-party UMD protocol data
into a format suitable for Evertz monitoring equipment.
3. Third-Party Switcher Interface: In this mode the 7700PTX extracts tally information from third-
party switchers and translates and conveys that tally information to Evertz monitoring
equipment.
4. Third-Party Device Control: In this mode the 7700PTX allows VistaLINK®to control third-party
devices such as satellite controllers.
Features:
•4 serial ports RS232/422 selectable
•Modular, conveniently fits into 7700FR-C 3RU frame
•Frame status trigger
•VistaLINK®- capable for remote monitoring and control via SNMP (using VistaLINK®PRO)

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2. CARD EDGE CONTROLS
2.1. DETERMINING CURRENT IP ADDRESS SETTINGS
To read the current IP address during normal operation, press the front switch DOWN. The IP address
can be read on the four-character alphanumeric display.
2.2. RESTORING FACTORY DEFAULTS
To restore all settings to factory defaults, apply power to the card while holding the toggle switch UP
until the green LED is illuminated.
2.3. CARD EDGE LEDS
LED 22 is illuminated when Ethernet activity is detected.
All other card edge LEDs are for factory use only.
LED 15 LED 12
LED 19LED 13LED 20LED 14
LED 22
Red Gr
LED 7LED 2LED 8LED 3 LED 1
Toggle
P
T
X
Figure 2-1: PTX Card Edge

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3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
3.1. DATA INPUT SERIAL PORT
Number of Ports: 4 RS-232 or 3 RS-422
Connector: Phoenix Terminal Block pins
Baud Rate: Up to 1Mbaud
3.2. ELECTRICAL
Voltage: +12V DC
Power: < 6W
Safety: ETL Listed, complies with EU safety directives
EMI/RFI: Complies with FCC Part 15, Class A
EU EMC Directive
3.3. PHYSICAL
Number of slots: 2

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4. CONFIGURATION
4.1. EXAMPLE CONFIGURATION: UMDS, TALLIES, SOURCE NAMES
The setup of Figure 4-1 will be used to demonstrate how to configure the 7700PTX-MVS when:
•A Quartz router is part of the setup.
•UMDs are to be passed along to the MVP.
•Source names are to be conveyed to the switcher.
•Tally information (via VGPIs) is to be sent to the MVP.
Figure 4-1: Example Setup with Quartz Router

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Figure 4-1 contains the following elements:
•A 64x64 Xenon router with IP address 192.168.18.35. The router is configured so that Ethernet
1 port, as a server, will receive the Quartz standard protocol on port number 4000.
•A MVP with a single output card. The output card has IP address 192.168.18.40. It is
configured to receive UMD/VGPI data using Image Video over a network link using TCP port
9800. A monitor is connected to the output card.
•Destination 1 of the router is monitored by Display 1. Display 1 has a UMD with protocol ID
(PID) set to 1. This UMD displays the name of the router source associated with router
destination 1. VGPI 1 is associated with Display 1.
•Destination 1 of the router is connected to source 1 of the switcher.
•Destination 2 of the router is monitored by Display 2. Display 2 has a UMD with a PID of 2.
This UMD displays the name of the router source associated with router destination 2. VGPI 2
is associated with Display 2.
•Destination 2 of the router is connected to source 2 of the switcher.
•Destination 3 of the router is monitored by Display 3. Display 3 has a UMD with a PID of 3.
This UMD displays the name of the router source associated with router destination 3. VGPI 3
is associated with Display 3.
•Destination 3 of the router is connected to source 3 of the switcher.
•A 7700PTX-MVS has IP address 192.168.18.52. It conveys UMD and/or tally (VGPI)
information via TCP to the MVP’s output card. It uses TCP to retrieve source names and
crosspoint information from the Xenon router. It uses the MVS-8000 protocol over a serial link
to set the names of switcher sources 1, 2, and 3. It can retrieve tally information from the
switcher and convey this as VGPIs to the MVP’s output card. Switcher source names 1, 2 and
3 will correspond to the router sources associated with router destinations 1, 2, and 3
respectively.
•A computer, having IP address 192.168.18.45, with VLPro installed. Apart from its network
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4.2. EXAMPLE CONFIGURATION: TALLIES
The setup of Figure 4-2 will be used to demonstrate how to configure the 7700PTX-MVS when:
•Tally information (via VGPIs) is to be sent to the MVP.
Figure 4-2: Example Setup without Quartz Router

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Figure 4-2 contains the following elements:
•A 128x80 router whose outputs are connected to the primary sources of the switcher.
•A MVP with a single output card. The output card has IP address 192.168.18.40. It is
configured to receive VGPI data using Image Video over a network link using TCP port 9800. A
monitor is connected to the output card.
•Destination 1 of the router is monitored by Display 1. VGPI 1 is associated with Display 1.
•Destination 1 of the router is connected to source 1 of the switcher.
•Destination 2 of the router is monitored by Display 2. VGPI 2 is associated with Display 2.
•Destination 2 of the router is connected to source 2 of the switcher.
•Destination 3 of the router is monitored by Display 3. VGPI 3 is associated with Display 3.
•Destination 3 of the router is connected to source 3 of the switcher.
•A 7700PTX-MVS has the IP address 192.168.18.52. It conveys tally (VGPI) information via
TCP to the MVP’s output card.
•A computer, having IP address 192.168.18.45, with VLPro installed. Apart from its network
settings, VLPro is used to configure the parameters of the 7700PTX-MVS.
4.3. STEP 1: PREPARE MVP OUTPUT CARD TO RECEIVE UMD AND/OR VGPI (TALLY) DATA
1. Connect a console application, such as HyperTerminal, to the output card using a procedure
similar to that of section 4.5.
2. From the output card’s Main Menu select Under Monitor Display Setup.
3. Select Set protocol.
4. Select Image Video.
5. Select Network as the input type.
6. Enter 9800 for the TCP port.
7. Select Sto Save and Exit.
8. Reboot the output card.
9. During the subsequent boot process you should see the message Ready to accept ImageVideo
Protocol on the console. This message indicates the output card is listening on TCP port 9800
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4.4. STEP 2: CONNECT 7700PTX-MVS TO THE SWITCHER
1. Ensure there is no power applied to the 7700PTX-MVS.
2. Connect the RS-422 pins of the 7700PTX-MVS to those of the switcher. See Figure 4-3 and
Table 4-1.
3. Apply power to the 7700PTX-MVS.
Figure 4-3: RS-422 Pins

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7700PTX-MVS Switcher
Port Pin Name Pin Pin Name CCP Editor
Pin DCU Serial Tally Pin
TX- 1 RX - 2 2
TX+ 3 RX + 10 7
RX- 2 TX - 11 8
RX+ 4 TX + 3 3
GND 6 RX Common 1 4
1
GND 5 TX Common 4 6
Table 4-1: RS-422 Wiring
4.5. STEP 3: CONNECT A PC TO THE DEBUG/MONITOR PORT
The network parameters of the 7700PTX-MVS must be configured via its debug/monitor port, the
header of which is labeled J1. A special Evertz adapter cable allows this port to connect to the COM
port of a personal computer. The following steps describe this procedure.
1. Locate the small, keyed, four–pin end of the upgrade cable provided by Evertz.
2. Connect it to the four-pin interface (J1) near the front of the 7700PTX, directly above the card
unlock latch.
Figure 4-4: Upgrade Jumper
3. Connect the other end of the upgrade cable to a straight-through serial cable. Connect the
serial cable to the serial or COM port of the computer.
4. Initiate HyperTerminal on your computer by selecting:
“Start\Programs\Accessories\Communications\HyperTerminal”.
5. Enter a name for your connection, for example: PTX.
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Figure 4-5: ‘Connect To’ Window
7. From the “Connect using” drop down menu, select COM1 from the drop down list. If COM1 is in
use, select an alternate COM port.
8. Press the <Enter> key or select OK. This opens the “COM Properties” window as shown in.
Figure 4-6: COM1 Properties
9. Enter the information for the COM1 Properties settings as listed in Figure 4-6.
10. Press the <Enter> key or select OK. The “COM Properties” window closes, leaving the
HyperTerminal window open.
11. Apply power if the 7700PTX-MVS does not have power. The boot sequence and Main Menu
are displayed in the HyperTerminal window.

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12. If the 7700PTX-MVS has power, press the <Enter> key to view the 7700PTX-MVS’s menu
system.
13. Various 7700PTX-MVS parameters are configurable via the 7700PTX-MVS’s menu system, the
root of which is called Main Menu. This is shown in Figure 4-7.
Figure 4-7: 7700PTX-MVS Main Menu
4.6. STEP 4: CONFIGURE NETWORK PARAMETERS
Figure 4-8: 7700PTX-MVS Network Configuration Menu

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The network parameters of the 7700PTX-MVS can only be configured using its menu system.
1. From the Main Menu select Network Configuration.
2. Select Set IP Address then enter the IP address, 192.168.18.52, of the 770PTX-MVS.
3. Select Set Netmask then enter the subnet mask, 255.255.255.0, of the 7700PTX-MVS.
4. For example, the MVP output card and Xenon router reside on the same IP network as the
7700PTX-MVS. Thus, the gateway can be left as 0.0.0.0. If the 7700PTX-MVS were on a
different IP network then the IP address of the gateway would need to be entered by selecting
Set Gateway and entering the appropriate IP address.
5. For a manually entered network configuration, ensure DHCP enabled is set to False. A setting
of True means the 7700PTX-MVS will, upon boot, try to fetch network settings from a DHCP
server. The Use DHCP entry permits changes to this parameter.
6. Once the network settings are configured, select Save and Exit before exiting the Network
Configuration to save the settings, otherwise select Exit.
7. Reboot the 7700PTX-MVS.
8. Ensure the VLPro machine can ping the 7700PTX-MVS. If it can, the menu system of the
7700PTX-MVS is no longer required and the adapter cable can be removed from the
debug/monitor port.
"The 7700PTX-MVS must be rebooted for any network setting changes to take
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4.7. STEP 5: OPEN 7700PTX-MVS VLPRO CONFIGURATION VIEW
Figure 4-9: VLPro Hardware Navigation Tree
1. Launch VLPro. The IP address of the 7700PTX-MVS, 192.168.18.52, should appear in the
hardware navigation tree.
2. Right click on the IP address.
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4.8. STEP 6: CONFIGURE SWITCHER PARAMETERS
Figure 4-10: Switcher Parameters
1. From the VLPro configuration view, click the Switcher tab.
2. Select the baud rate to match that of the switcher. Typically, this value is 38400.
3. Select the number of data bits to match that of the switcher. Typically, this value is 8.
4. Select the parity to match that of the switcher. Typically, odd parity is used.

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5. Select the number of stop bits to match that of the switcher. Typically, this value is 1.
6. Select the standard to match that of the switcher. Typically, this value is RS-422.
7. If desired, the tallies of the switcher can be monitored. The switcher will indicate which of its
primary sources are contributing to the switcher’s outputs. Tally information is conveyed as
VGPIs to the MVP’s output card. A VGPI is associated with each of the switcher’s 80 primary
sources. The 7700PTX-MVP supports up to 4 VGPI groups. Each VGPI group consists of 80
VGPI’s – one for each primary source of the switcher. A VGPI group can be assigned an
owner. An owner corresponds to one of the switcher’s outputs. Thus, if a VGPI is on the
switcher’s primary source it is contributing to the monitored output. If a VGPI is off the primary
source it is not contributing to the monitored output. For instance, suppose we wish to monitor
the switcher’s program/preview output. As shown in Figure 4-10, GP1 Red is selected as the
owner of VGPI group 1 (GP1 Red is typically associated with PP on-air). Thus VGPIs 1 – 80
will be associated with the program/preview output. Table 4-2 shows the primary source/VGPI
relationship.
8. Click the Apply button.
9. A reboot of the 7700PTX-MVS is required in order for changes to the switcher interface
parameters to take effect. However, this step will be delayed until all parameters of the
7700PTX-MVS are configured.
Primary Source VGPI Group 1 VGPI Group 2 VGPI Group 3 VGPI Group 4
1 1 81 161 241
2 2 82 162 242
3 3 83 163 243
4 4 84 164 244
5 5 85 165 245
6 6 86 166 246
7 7 87 167 247
8 8 88 168 248
9 9 89 169 249
10 10 90 170 250
11 11 91 171 251
12 12 92 172 252
13 13 93 173 253
14 14 94 174 254
15 15 95 175 255
16 16 96 176 256
17 17 97 177 257
18 18 98 178 258
19 19 99 179 259
20 20 100 180 260
21 21 101 181 261
22 22 102 182 262
23 23 103 183 263
24 24 104 184 264
25 25 105 185 265
26 26 106 186 266
27 27 107 187 267
28 28 108 188 268
29 29 109 189 269
30 30 110 190 270
31 31 111 191 271
32 32 112 192 272
33 33 113 193 273

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34 34 114 194 274
35 35 115 195 275
36 36 116 196 276
37 37 117 197 277
38 38 118 198 278
39 39 119 199 279
40 40 120 200 280
41 41 121 201 281
42 42 122 202 282
43 43 123 203 283
44 44 124 204 284
45 45 125 205 285
46 46 126 206 286
47 47 127 207 287
48 48 128 208 288
49 49 129 209 289
50 50 130 210 290
51 51 131 211 291
52 52 132 212 292
53 53 133 213 293
54 54 134 214 294
55 55 135 215 295
56 56 136 216 296
57 57 137 217 297
58 58 138 218 298
59 59 139 219 299
60 60 140 220 300
61 61 141 221 301
62 62 142 222 302
63 63 143 223 303
64 64 144 224 304
65 65 145 225 305
66 66 146 226 306
67 67 147 227 307
68 68 148 228 308
69 69 149 229 309
70 70 150 230 310
71 71 151 231 311
72 72 152 232 312
73 73 153 233 313
74 74 154 234 314
75 75 155 235 315
76 76 156 236 316
77 77 157 237 317
78 78 158 238 318
79 79 159 239 319
80 80 160 240 320
Table 4-2: Primary Source/VGPI