evertz 9625SW Series User manual

9625SW Series
Mini Master Control Switchers
Instruction Manual
© Copyright 2003 - 2009
EVERTZ MICROSYSTEMS LTD.
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Version 1.1, August 2009
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intended solely for the use of purchasers of the 9625SW Series Mini Master Control Switchers. Evertz
Microsystems expressly prohibits the use of this manual for any purpose other than the operation of the device.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the express written permission of
Evertz Microsystems Ltd. Copies of this guide can be ordered from your Evertz products dealer or from Evertz
Microsystems.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “Dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating and maintenance (Servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the product.
•Read 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 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 FILLED WITH LIQUIDS ARE PLACED ON THE EQUIPMENT.
WARNING
TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS, DISCONNECT THE
POWER SUPPLY CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE.
WARNING
THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY OPERABLE.

INFORMATION TO USERS IN EUROPE
NOTE
CISPR 22 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 the European Union EMC directive. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
INFORMATION TO USERS IN THE U.S.A.
NOTE
FCC CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE OR PERIPHERAL
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
WARNING
Changes or Modifications not expressly approved by Evertz Microsystems Ltd. could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Use of unshielded plugs or cables may cause radiation interference. Properly shielded interface
cables with the shield connected to the chassis ground of the device must be used.

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Revision 1.1
REVISION HISTORY
REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
0.1 Preliminary Version HD9625SW only Mar 03
0.2 Added 9625SW Oct 03
0.3 Typographical errors fixed, Configuration drawings and serial port pinouts corrected Dec 03
0.4 Added information about connecting temperature probe Jan 04
1.0 Released Version Oct 07
1.1 Added note below table 2-6 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
changes in equipment design or specifications.

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1. OVERVIEW..................................................................................................................................1-1
1.1. OVERVIEW .........................................................................................................................1-1
1.2. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL............................................................................................. 1-3
1.3. DEFINITIONS......................................................................................................................1-3
2. INSTALLATION...........................................................................................................................2-1
2.1. ROUTER UNIT REAR PANEL OVERVIEW ........................................................................ 2-1
2.1.1. Standard Definition Digital Video Connections (X1204S-SW).................................2-1
2.1.2. High Definition Digital Video Connections (X1204H-SW)........................................2-1
2.1.3. AES Audio Connections...........................................................................................2-2
2.1.4. Reference Video Connections.................................................................................2-3
2.1.5. Remote Control Connections...................................................................................2-3
2.1.6. Power Connections..................................................................................................2-4
2.2. KEYER UNIT REAR PANEL OVERVIEW........................................................................... 2-5
2.2.1. Standard Definition Video Connections (9625SW)..................................................2-5
2.2.2. High Definition Video Connections (HD9625SW).................................................... 2-5
2.2.3. Reference Video Connections.................................................................................2-6
2.2.4. AES AUDIO Connections ........................................................................................2-6
2.2.5. Linear Timecode......................................................................................................2-6
2.2.6. Serial I/O Connections.............................................................................................2-7
2.2.7. GPI/O Connections..................................................................................................2-8
2.2.8. Ethernet Network Connections................................................................................2-9
2.2.9. Power Connections..................................................................................................2-9
2.3. MOUNTING.........................................................................................................................2-9
2.4. POWER REQUIREMENTS ...............................................................................................2-10
2.4.1. Changing the Fuse................................................................................................. 2-10
2.5. TYPICAL CONNECTIONS................................................................................................ 2-11
2.6. CONNECTING THE REMOTE CONTROL PANEL........................................................... 2-12
2.7. CONNECTING THE VIDEO...............................................................................................2-12
2.7.1. Standard Definition Video Inputs (PKG9625SW only)...........................................2-12
2.7.2. Standard Definition Video Outputs (PKG9625SW only) ........................................2-13
2.7.3. High Definition Video Inputs (PKGHD9625SW only).............................................2-13
2.7.4. High Definition Video Outputs (PKGHD9625SW only) ..........................................2-13
2.7.5. Gen Lock Reference..............................................................................................2-14
2.8. CONNECTING THE AUDIO..............................................................................................2-14
2.8.1. AES Inputs.............................................................................................................2-14
2.8.2. AES Outputs..........................................................................................................2-14
2.8.3. Connecting Voice Over or EAS Audio ...................................................................2-14
2.9. CONNECTING THE LINEAR TIME CODE........................................................................2-15
2.10.CONNECTING TO AN ETHERNET NETWORK ...............................................................2-15
2.11.CONNECTING THE GENERAL PURPOSE INPUTS AND OUTPUTS .............................2-16

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2.12.CONNECTING THE OPTIONAL TEMPERATURE PROBE..............................................2-20
2.12.1. Connecting the Temperature Probe via Ethernet (COM E) ...................................2-21
3. HOW TO OPERATE THE MINI MASTER CONTROL SWITCHER
USING THE RACK MOUNT CONTROL PANEL.........................................................................3-1
3.1. AN OVERVIEW OF KEY AND DISPLAY FUNCTIONS.......................................................3-1
3.1.1. Input Selection Button Group...................................................................................3-1
3.1.2. The Function Button Group......................................................................................3-1
3.1.3. Setup Key Group .....................................................................................................3-3
3.1.4. Control Panel Status Indicators ...............................................................................3-4
3.1.5. Electronics Unit Status Indicators............................................................................3-5
3.1.6. Front Panel Display Functions.................................................................................3-5
3.2. OVERVIEW OF FRONT PANEL OPERATION ...................................................................3-5
3.2.1. Audio Follow Video Switching..................................................................................3-5
3.2.2. Displaying Logos......................................................................................................3-6
3.3. AN OVERVIEW OF THE SETUP MENU SYSTEM..............................................................3-7
3.4. NAVIGATING THE SETUP MENU......................................................................................3-8
3.5. FRONT PANEL SETUP MENU –MAIN MENU...................................................................3-9
3.6. GENERAL CONFIGURATION ITEMS ..............................................................................3-10
3.6.1. Selecting the Video Standard ................................................................................3-10
3.6.2. Setting the Video Output Timing With Respect To Reference...............................3-11
3.6.3. Viewing and Updating the Firmware Version.........................................................3-12
3.6.4. Configuring the Real Time Clock in the Switcher...................................................3-12
3.6.4.1. Setting the Real Time Clock....................................................................3-13
3.6.4.2. Displaying the UTC Time ........................................................................3-13
3.6.4.3. Displaying the Local Time.......................................................................3-13
3.6.4.4. Setting the LTC Date Format ..................................................................3-13
3.6.4.5. Setting the Real Time Date.....................................................................3-14
3.6.4.6. Displaying the UTC Date.........................................................................3-14
3.6.4.7. Displaying the Local Date .......................................................................3-14
3.6.4.8. Setting the Time Zone Offset ..................................................................3-14
3.6.4.9. Enabling Daylight Saving Time Compensation.......................................3-15
3.6.4.10.Selecting Whether the Time Code input is UTC or Local Time...............3-15
3.6.4.11.Synchronizing the Real Time Clock to the UTC Time.............................3-15
3.6.5. Setting Up the Switcher Network Addresses .........................................................3-16
3.6.5.1. Setting Up the IP Address.......................................................................3-16
3.6.5.2. Setting Up the Sub Net Mask..................................................................3-16
3.6.5.3. Setting Up the Gateway ..........................................................................3-16
3.6.5.4. Displaying the Ethernet Hardware Address ............................................3-16
3.6.6. Setting the IP Address of the Desktop Control Panel ............................................3-17
3.6.7. Setting the Serial Protocol for the Serial Ports.......................................................3-17
3.6.8. Protecting Line 21 Captions (standard definition units only)..................................3-19
3.6.9. Setting the M2100 Unit Name................................................................................3-19
3.6.10. Configuring the Up/Down Timers...........................................................................3-19
3.7. FILE MANAGEMENT CONFIGURATION ITEMS.............................................................3-21
3.7.1. Selecting the Source Media...................................................................................3-21
3.7.2. Selecting the Media File Name..............................................................................3-21
3.7.3. Selecting the Destination Media ............................................................................3-22

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3.7.4. Copying a File from one Drive to Another..............................................................3-22
3.7.5. Deleting a File........................................................................................................3-22
3.7.6. Erasing all the Files from a Media Disk..................................................................3-22
3.8. MATTE CONFIGURATION ITEMS ................................................................................... 3-23
3.8.1. Turning the Matte On and Off................................................................................3-23
3.8.2. Setting the Matte Aspect Ratio .............................................................................. 3-23
3.8.3. Setting a User Defined Matte Aspect Ratio ...........................................................3-23
3.9. DOWNSTREAM KEYER CONFIGURATION ITEMS........................................................ 3-24
3.9.1. Setting the Downstream Key Type ........................................................................3-24
3.9.2. Setting the Downstream Key Object Transparency...............................................3-24
3.9.3. Setting the Downstream Key Object Offset ...........................................................3-25
3.9.4. Setting the Downstream Self Key Threshold.........................................................3-25
3.9.5. Allowing Automation to Control the Media Layer...................................................3-25
3.10.TRANSITION CONFIGURATION ITEMS.......................................................................... 3-25
3.10.1. Setting the Transition Type....................................................................................3-26
3.10.2. Setting the Transition Rate ....................................................................................3-26
3.10.3. Setting the Transition Swap Mode.........................................................................3-27
3.10.4. Pausing a Transition.............................................................................................. 3-27
3.10.5. Selecting How the Program Bus Handles Crosspoint Switching...........................3-27
3.11.PRESET CONFIGURATION ITEMS .................................................................................3-27
3.11.1. Recalling a User Preset.........................................................................................3-28
3.11.2. Storing a User Preset............................................................................................. 3-28
3.11.3. Viewing the Preset Settings...................................................................................3-29
3.11.4. Selecting the Source of the Preset Settings ..........................................................3-29
3.11.5. Configuring the GPI Inputs.....................................................................................3-29
3.11.5.1.Selecting One of the GPI Inputs to Configure.........................................3-29
3.11.5.2.Configuring the GPI Actions....................................................................3-30
3.11.6. Configuring the GPO Outputs................................................................................3-32
3.12.VOICE OVER TRANSITION CONFIGURATION ITEMS................................................... 3-33
3.12.1. Setting the Voice Over In Rate .............................................................................. 3-33
3.12.2. Setting the Voice Over Out Rate............................................................................3-33
3.13.TEMPERATURE CONFIGURATION ITEMS.....................................................................3-33
3.13.1. Setting the Temperature Source............................................................................3-34
3.13.2. Setting the Temperature........................................................................................3-34
3.13.3. Setting the Temperature Format............................................................................3-34
3.14.EAS CONFIGURATION ITEMS (EAS OPTIONED UNITS ONLY).................................... 3-35
3.14.1. Setting the EAS Display Type................................................................................3-35
3.14.2. Setting the Vertical Position of EAS Crawl Display................................................3-36
3.14.3. Setting the Font used for the EAS Crawl Display ..................................................3-36
3.14.4. Setting the Font Size for the EAS Crawl Display...................................................3-36
3.14.5. Setting the Crawl Rate for the EAS Crawl Display.................................................3-37
3.14.6. Setting the Colours for the EAS Crawl Display......................................................3-37
3.15.MEDIA CONFIGURATION ITEMS .................................................................................... 3-38
3.15.1. Setting the Logo Horizontal Position......................................................................3-39
3.15.2. Setting the Logo Vertical Position..........................................................................3-39
3.15.3. Setting the Logo Fade In Duration.........................................................................3-39
3.15.4. Setting the Logo Display Time...............................................................................3-39
3.15.5. Setting the Logo Fade Out Duration......................................................................3-39

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3.15.6. Setting the Logo Transparency..............................................................................3-40
3.15.7. Selecting the Up/Down Timer for a Logo...............................................................3-40
3.15.8. Setting the Crawl Speed........................................................................................3-40
3.15.9. Setting the Crawl Repeat Count ............................................................................3-40
3.15.10. Setting the Interval Between Crawl Repeats.......................................................3-41
3.15.11. Setting the Size of the Font for a Crawl...............................................................3-41
3.15.12. Selecting the Font to be Used for a Crawl...........................................................3-41
3.15.13. Setting the Crawl Background Opacity................................................................3-41
3.15.14. Setting the Crawl Text Opacity............................................................................3-42
3.15.15. Setting the Colour for the Crawl Background ......................................................3-42
3.15.16. Setting the Colour for the Crawl Text ..................................................................3-42
3.16.HTML SETUP PAGE.........................................................................................................3-43
3.16.1. HTML Audio Setup Page .......................................................................................3-44
3.16.2. HTML Source Setup Page.....................................................................................3-46
3.16.3. HTML Audio Shuffle Setup Page...........................................................................3-47
3.16.4. METAR Setup Page...............................................................................................3-48
3.16.5. Audio Monitor Setup ..............................................................................................3-49
3.17.GPI SCRIPTING................................................................................................................3-50
3.17.1. Scripting Object Syntax..........................................................................................3-52
3.17.2. Scenario Samples..................................................................................................3-54
3.17.2.1.SAP Programming...................................................................................3-54
3.17.2.2.Bring up a Trouble Slide Called “trouble”................................................3-55
3.17.2.3.EAS for Audio Voice Over.......................................................................3-55
3.17.2.4.EAS for Audio Voice Over using 1 other Voice Over ..............................3-55
4. OPTIONAL EAS DECODER INTERFACE
(EAS OPTIONED UNITS ONLY) .................................................................................................4-1
4.1. CONNECTING THE SWITCHER TO THE EAS DECODER................................................4-1
4.1.1. Connecting the Serial Port.......................................................................................4-1
4.1.2. Sage Decoder Configuration....................................................................................4-2
4.1.3. TFT Decoder Configuration .....................................................................................4-3
4.1.4. Connecting the Audio...............................................................................................4-3
4.1.5. Connecting the GPI Tally Control ............................................................................4-3
4.2. CONFIGURING THE 9625SW FOR EAS............................................................................4-4
4.2.1. Configuring the Serial Port.......................................................................................4-4
4.2.2. Configuring the GPI Input ........................................................................................4-4
4.2.3. Configuring the EAS Controls..................................................................................4-4
4.3. TESTING THE SYSTEM......................................................................................................4-5
4.3.1. Testing the Sage Decoder.......................................................................................4-5
4.3.2. Testing the TFT Decoder.........................................................................................4-5
5. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................................5-1
5.1. SPECIFICATIONS...............................................................................................................5-1
5.1.1. Video Specifications (PKG9625SW)........................................................................5-1
5.1.1.1. Standard Definition Serial Digital Video Input ...........................................5-1
5.1.1.2. Standard Definition Serial Digital Video Outputs.......................................5-1
5.1.2. Video Specifications (PKGHD9625SW)...................................................................5-1
5.1.2.1. HDTV Serial Digital Video Input................................................................5-1
5.1.2.2. HDTV Serial Digital Video Outputs............................................................5-1

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5.1.3. Video Reference......................................................................................................5-2
5.1.4. AES Audio Inputs.....................................................................................................5-2
5.1.5. AES Audio Outputs..................................................................................................5-2
5.1.6. LTC Reader .............................................................................................................5-2
5.1.7. Control .....................................................................................................................5-2
5.1.8. General Purpose Inputs and Outputs ......................................................................5-3
5.1.9. Processing Delay.....................................................................................................5-3
5.1.10. Physical....................................................................................................................5-3
5.1.11. Electrical ..................................................................................................................5-3
5.2. UPGRADING THE FIRMWARE .......................................................................................... 5-4
5.2.1. Overview..................................................................................................................5-4
5.2.2. Terminal Program Setup..........................................................................................5-4
5.2.3. Initiating Firmware Upgrade Mode Via The Front Panel (Keyer units only).............5-5
5.2.4. Initiating Firmware Upgrade Mode from the Terminal Program............................... 5-5
5.2.5. Uploading the New Firmware...................................................................................5-6
5.2.6. Completing the Upgrade..........................................................................................5-6
5.2.7. Upgrading the Firmware via Overture......................................................................5-7
6. INDEX...........................................................................................................................................6-1

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Figures
Figure 1-1: 9625SW Mini Master Control Switcher Block Diagram...................................................................1-2
Figure 2-1: X1204S-SW Rear Panel ................................................................................................................. 2-1
Figure 2-2: X1204H-SW Rear Panel................................................................................................................. 2-1
Figure 2-3: X1202ABO Audio Breakout Panel Layout ...................................................................................... 2-2
Figure 2-4: 9625SW Rear Panel ....................................................................................................................... 2-5
Figure 2-5: HD9625SW Rear Panel.................................................................................................................. 2-5
Figure 2-6: Typical System Interconnect......................................................................................................... 2-11
Figure 2-7: Keyer GPIO Opto Isolator Circuitry............................................................................................... 2-17
Figure 2-8: Powering the General Purpose Input Opto Isolators from the Unit .............................................. 2-18
Figure 2-9: Powering the General Purpose Input Opto Isolators from an External Power Supply................. 2-18
Figure 2-10: Powering the General Purpose Output Opto Isolators from the Unit.......................................... 2-19
Figure 2-11: Powering the General Purpose Output Opto Isolators from an External Power Supply ............ 2-19
Figure 3-1: HD9625SW Front Panel Layout...................................................................................................... 3-1
Figure 3-2: Overview of the Setup Menu........................................................................................................... 3-7
Figure 3-3: HTML Audio Setup Page .............................................................................................................. 3-44
Figure 3-4: Bottom of HTML Audio Page ........................................................................................................ 3-46
Figure 3-5: Source Setup Page....................................................................................................................... 3-47
Figure 3-6: Audio Shuffle Setup Page............................................................................................................. 3-48
Figure 3-7: METAR Setup Page...................................................................................................................... 3-49
Figure 3-8: Audio Monitor Setup Page............................................................................................................ 3-49
Figure 4-1: EAS Decoder Connection............................................................................................................... 4-1
Figure 5-1: Overture Icon................................................................................................................................... 5-7
Figure 5-2: Select Device to Upgrade ............................................................................................................... 5-7
Figure 5-3: Select Upgrade Binary window....................................................................................................... 5-8
Figure 5-4: Transfer Queue............................................................................................................................... 5-8
Tables
Table 2-1: Router RS-232 Port Pin Definitions.................................................................................................. 2-3
Table 2-2: GPI/O Pin Definitions ....................................................................................................................... 2-4
Table 2-3: Upgrade RS232 Port A Pin Definitions ............................................................................................ 2-7
Table 2-4: Remote Panel Port Pin Definitions................................................................................................... 2-7
Table 2-5: Serial Port D – RS422 Pin Definitions.............................................................................................. 2-8
Table 2-6: GPI/O Connector Pin Definitions...................................................................................................... 2-9
Table 2-7: Remote Control Panel Extender Cable.......................................................................................... 2-12
Table 2-8: Standard Definition Video Input Formats....................................................................................... 2-12
Table 2-9: High Definition Video Input Formats .............................................................................................. 2-13
Table 2-10: Standard RJ45 Wiring Color Codes............................................................................................. 2-15
Table 2-11: GPIO Maximum Ratings............................................................................................................... 2-16
Table 2-12: Temperature Probe Extender Cable............................................................................................ 2-20
Table 3-1: Top Level of the General Setup Menu........................................................................................... 3-10
Table 3-2: Top Level of the Manage Files Setup Menu .................................................................................. 3-21
Table 3-3: Top Level of the Matte Setup Menu............................................................................................... 3-23
Table 3-4: Top Level of the Matte Setup Menu............................................................................................... 3-24
Table 3-5: Top Level of the Transition Setup Menu........................................................................................ 3-25
Table 3-6: Top Level of the Preset Setup Menu.............................................................................................. 3-28
Table 3-7: Voice Over Transition Setup Menu ................................................................................................ 3-33
Table 3-8: Top Level of Temperature Setup Menu ........................................................................................ 3-33
Table 3-9: Top Level of the EAS Setup Menu................................................................................................. 3-35
Table 3-10: Top Level of the Media Setup Menu............................................................................................ 3-38
Table 4-1: EAS Decoder Extender Cable.......................................................................................................... 4-2
Table 4-2: GPI settings for EAS Tally Control................................................................................................... 4-4

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1.1. OVERVIEW .........................................................................................................................1-1
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1.3. DEFINITIONS......................................................................................................................1-3

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1. OVERVIEW
1.1. OVERVIEW
The Evertz 9625SW Series Mini Master Control Switchers are an excellent addition to your high
definition or standard definition control room. These dual unit solutions incorporate the best switching
technology with the proven transition and channel branding techniques that has brought Evertz to the
forefront of High Definition Television. Add to these, Emergency Alert Services and SoftSwitch™audio
processing, and you have the most advanced media switcher available today.
The 9625SW Series Switchers are available in versions that support both standard definition and high
definition video. Throughout this manual the term 9625SW will be used to reference the common
features of the switchers. When necessary, the specific model numbers will be used to distinguish
features only available on one model.
Model
Standard
Definition
SDI Inputs
High
Definition
SDI Inputs
AES Audio
Inputs Bypass Relays
PKG9625SW 12 --- 12 x 4 Standard
PKGHD9625SW --- 12 12 x 4 Optional
The 9625SW series units include all the functionality found in our X Series Routers seamlessly
integrated with our advanced Logo Inserter and Downstream keyer hardware. These complete
systems allow you to fully control up to 12 input video signals and up to 48 AES audio inputs. You can
perform voice-overs, wipes, fades, fade to black and a host of other features, all from the convenience
of the single remote control panel.
Features
HD9625SW:
•12 Input High Definition Video Switcher with quad 12 input AES switcher for discrete 5.1 Dolby
•Optional video and audio input bypass relay for power failure bypass protection
9625SW:
•12 Input Standard Definition Video Switcher with quad 12 input AES switcher for discrete 5.1
Dolby
•Standard video and audio input bypass relay for power failure bypass protection
Features of both the HD9625SW and 9625SW Models:
•Program/Preview Transition Mixer for HD or SD video and up to 4 audio pairs
•Downstream keyer with mix and additive modes
•Variety of smooth Transitions including Cut, Fade, Fade to-from Black and 8 angles of Wipes
•Multiple logo inserter with Animation
•LTC input for Breakfast Clocks
•Built-in Black Generator
•12 Bit Video Processing
•Control of key gain & offset are provided

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•System comprised of two 1RU rack frames, a 1RU remote control panel for router/keyer/logo
functions and two 1RU AES audio breakout panels
•Multiple control interface options including GPI, RS422 automation control, rackmount control
panel, third party control panels
•Built-in +/- 1/2 line autotimers for video
•"Pop" free AES audio switch with Evertz patented SoftSwitch™ Technology
•Audio bypass mode for Dolby E
EAS Option:
•Emergency alert crawls
•Interfaces to TFT and Sage EAS decoders.
Variable
Transparency
Mixer
Matte
Generator
Wipe/Fade
Key
Generator
Black
Generator
Bypass
Key
Fill
Program Background
Source B
Logo
Storage
Clock
EAS
Audio/First Source
Audio/Second Source
Source A
Video
Router
Auto
Synchronizing
&
Source
Unit
Audio
Storage
Bypass
Relay
Audio
Router Audio
Mixer
Relay
Preview
Program
48
AES
Inputs
Preview
Output
Program
Output
Multi-
Mixing
Engine
12-bit
Linear Mixer
(Fade-in &
Fade-Out)
1
Analog
Reference
Preview Background
12A
12B
12C
12D
12 Video
Inputs
Genlock
A
D
C
B
A
D
C
B
AES
Outputs
External
GPI
Control
Ethernet 100BaseT
RCP Control Panel
Serial Control
Control
Unit
Fill
Source C
Key
Source D
Audio
De-embedder
P/S
P/S
Audio
Embedder
Optional
Bypass
12
2
1A
1B
1C
1D
Chrome/Luma
Processor
& Filter
/8 AES /8 AES
Video
Outputs
Figure 1-1: 9625SW Mini Master Control Switcher Block Diagram

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1.2. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This manual is organized into 5 chapters: Overview, Installation, Operation, Optional EAS Features,
and Technical Description. Chapter 1 contains a brief overview of the 9625SW operation and features
as well as a glossary to define concepts and terms used throughout the remainder of the manual. We
highly recommend taking the time to become familiar with the terms and concepts described here
before proceeding into the remainder of the manual.
Chapter 2 gives a detailed description of the rear panel connectors, and how the 9625SW should be
connected into your system.
Chapter 3 shows how to operate the 9625SW using the Front panel controls and Menu system.
Chapter 4 shows how to control the 9625SW using third party control panels.
Chapter 5 gives technical information such as the specifications and how to update the firmware in the
9625SW.
"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 wide screen television format such as HDTV in which the aspect ratio of the screen is 16
units wide by 9 high as opposed to the 4x3 of normal TV.
AES/EBU:(Sometimes abbreviated as AES) Refers to the digital audio standard (AES3-1992) set by
the Audio Engineering Society and European Broadcast Union and used by most forms of
digital audio from CDs to professional digital video.
Aspect Ratio:The ratio of width to height in a picture. Theatre screens generally have an aspect ratio
of 1.85 to 1, widescreen TV (16x9) is 1.77 to 1, and normal TV (4x3) is 1.33 to 1.
CCIR (International Radio Consultative Committee) An international standards committee. (This
organisation is now known as ITU.)
CCIR-601:See ITU-R601.
Cliff effect: (also referred to as the ‘digital cliff’) This is a phenomenon found in digital video systems
that describes the sudden deterioration of picture quality when due to excessive bit errors,
often caused by excessive cable lengths. The digital signal will be perfect even though one
of its signal parameters is approaching or passing the specified limits. At a given moment
however, the parameter will reach a point where the data can no longer be interpreted
correctly, and the picture will be totally unrecognisable.

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Component analog: The non-encoded output of a camera, video tape recorder, etc., consisting of the
three primary colour signals: red, green, and blue (RGB) that together convey all necessary
picture information. In some component video formats these three components have been
translated into a luminance signal and two colour difference signals, for example Y, B-Y, R-
Y.
Component digital: A digital representation of a component analog signal set, most often Y, B-Y, R-
Y. The encoding parameters are specified by ITU-R709 for HDTV signals. SMPTE 274M
and SMPTE 296M specify the parallel interface.
Composite analog: An encoded video signal such as NTSC or PAL video that includes horizontal
and vertical synchronizing information.
Composite digital: A digitally encoded video signal, such as NTSC or PAL video that includes
horizontal and vertical synchronizing information.
D1: A component digital video recording format that uses data conforming to the ITU-R601
standard. Records on 19 mm magnetic tape. (Often used incorrectly to refer to component
digital video.)
D2: A composite digital video recording format that uses data conforming to SMPTE 244M.
Records on 19 mm magnetic tape. (Often used incorrectly to refer to composite digital
video.)
D3: A composite digital video recording format that uses data conforming to SMPTE 244M.
Records on 1/2" magnetic tape.
D5: A component digital video recording format that uses data conforming to the ITU-R601
standard. Records on 1/2" magnetic tape.
HD-D5: A component digital video recording format that uses data conforming to the ITU-R709
standard. Records on 1/2" magnetic tape.
Drop frame: In NTSC systems, where the frame rate is 29.97002618 frames per second, the drop
frame mode permits time of day indexing of the frame numbers by dropping certain frame
numbers. Specifically, frames 0, and 1 at the beginning of each minute except minutes
0,10,20,30,40, & 50, are omitted, to compensate for an approximate timing error of 108
frames (3 seconds 18 frames) per hour. A flag bit is set in the time code to signal when the
drop frame mode is in effect.
EBU (European Broadcasting Union): An organisation of European broadcasters that among
other activities provides technical recommendations for the 625/50 line television systems.
Embedded audio: Digital audio is multiplexed onto a serial digital video data stream.
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.

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ITU-R601: An international standard for standard definition component digital television from which was
derived SMPTE 125M and EBU 3246-E standards. ITU-R601 defines the sampling
systems, matrix values and filter characteristics for both Y, B-Y, R-Y and RGB component
digital television signals.
ITU-R709: An international standard for High definition component digital television from which was
derived SMPTE 274M and SMPTE 296M standards. ITU-R709 defines the sampling
systems, matrix values and filter characteristics for both Y, B-Y, R-Y and RGB component
digital television signals.
Letterbox:Placing a wide screen image on a conventional TV by placing black bands at the top and
bottom of the screen.
Linear time code: (Also known as Longitudinal Time Code) A digital code used for timing and
control purposes on videotape and associated audio tape machines. It is recorded on a
linear track with audio characteristics and is referred to as LTC. Each 80 bit code word is
associated with one television frame, and consists of 26 time bits, 6 flag bits, 32 user bits
and 16 sync bits. This time code may run at 24, 25 or 30 frames per second depending on
the video format. See also SMPTE 12M
LTC: See Linear Time Code
NTSC: National Television Standards Committee established the television and video standard in
use in the United States, Canada, Japan and several other countries. NTSC video consists
of 525 horizontal lines at a field rate of approximately 60 fields per second. (Two fields
equals one complete Frame). Only 487 of these lines are used for picture. The rest are used
for sync or extra information such as VITC and Closed Captioning.
PAL: Phase Alternating Line. The television and video standard in use in most of Europe.
Consists of 625 horizontal lines at a field rate of 50 fields per second. (Two fields equals one
complete Frame). Only 576 of these lines are used for picture. The rest are used for sync or
extra information such as VITC and Teletext.
Pixel: The smallest distinguishable and resolvable area in a video image. A single point on the
screen. In digital video, a single sample of the picture. Derived from the words picture
element.
Serial digital: Digital information that is transmitted in serial form. Often used informally to refer to
serial digital television signals.
SMPTE (Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers): A professional organisation that
recommends standards for the film and television industries.
SMPTE 12M: The SMPTE standard for Time and address code. SMPTE 12M defines the
parameters required for both linear and vertical interval time codes.
SMPTE 272M: The SMPTE standard for embedding audio in serial digital standard definition
(SMPTE 259M) 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.

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SMPTE 292M: The SMPTE standard for high definition serial digital component interfaces.
SMPTE 296M: The SMPTE standard for bit parallel digital interface for high definition component
video signals with an active picture of 720 lines x 1280 pixels.
SMPTE 299M: The SMPTE standard for embedding audio in serial digital high definition
(SMPTE 292M) video signals.
SMPTE RP188: The SMPTE recommended practice for embedding SMPTE 12M timecode into
ancillary data packets in serial digital video signals.
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.)