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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW.......................................................................................................................................... 1
2. INSTALLATION................................................................................................................................... 3
2.1. CARE AND HANDLING OF OPTICAL FIBER............................................................................ 4
2.1.1. Safety.............................................................................................................................. 4
2.1.2. Assembly......................................................................................................................... 4
2.1.3. Labeling........................................................................................................................... 4
2.1.4. Handling and Connecting Fibers..................................................................................... 5
3. SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................... 6
3.1. SERIAL VIDEO INPUT ............................................................................................................... 6
3.2. SERIAL VIDEO OUTPUTS......................................................................................................... 6
3.3. OPTICAL OUTPUT..................................................................................................................... 6
3.4. ELECTRICAL ............................................................................................................................. 6
3.5. COMPLIANCE............................................................................................................................ 7
3.6. PHYSICAL.................................................................................................................................. 7
4. STATUS INDICATORS AND DISPLAYS ........................................................................................... 8
4.1. STATUS INDICATOR LEDS....................................................................................................... 8
4.2. DOT-MATRIX DISPLAY............................................................................................................. 9
4.2.1. Displaying the Video Standard........................................................................................ 9
4.2.2. Displaying The Equalization Strength........................................................................... 10
4.2.3. Selecting a Source for the Controllable Output............................................................. 10
4.2.4. Setting the Behavior of Laser When There is no Applied Video................................... 10
4.2.5. Signal BLOCK Configuration......................................................................................... 11
4.2.6. Setting the Orientation of the Text on the Card Edge Display....................................... 11
4.2.7. Displaying the Firmware Version................................................................................... 11
5. JUMPERS.......................................................................................................................................... 12
5.1. SELECTING WHETHER LOCAL FAULTS WILL BE MONITORED
BY THE GLOBAL FRAME STATUS ........................................................................................ 13
5.2. CONFIGURING THE MODULE FOR FIRMWARE UPGRADES.............................................. 13
5.2.1. Using the Upgrade Jumper........................................................................................... 14
5.2.2. Upgrade Serial Port Command..................................................................................... 14

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6. VistaLINK®REMOTE MONITORING/CONTROL............................................................................. 15
6.1. WHAT IS VISTALINK®?............................................................................................................... 15
6.2. VISTALINK®MONITORED PARAMETERS .............................................................................. 15
6.3. VISTALINK®CONTROLLED PARAMETERS ........................................................................... 16
6.4. VISTALINK®TRAPS.................................................................................................................. 16
Figures
Figure 1-1: 7707VT-8 Block Diagram....................................................................................................................2
Figure 2-1: 7707VT-8 Rear Panel.........................................................................................................................3
Figure 2-2: Reproduction of Laser Certification and Identification Label..............................................................5
Figure 4-1: Location of Status Indicators and Controls.........................................................................................8
Figure 4-2: Display Menu Structure ......................................................................................................................9
Figure 5-1: Location of Status Indicators and Jumpers – Bottom board (A).......................................................12
Figure 5-2: Location of Status Indicators and Jumpers – Top board (B)............................................................13
Tables
Table 6-1: VistaLINK®Monitored Parameters.....................................................................................................15
Table 6-2: VistaLINK®Controlled Parameters....................................................................................................16
Table 6-3: VistaLINK®Traps...............................................................................................................................16

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REVISION HISTORY
REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
0.1 Preliminary Version May 05
1.0 First release -updated drawings, and menu items Jun 05
1.1 Updated safety section and added assembly and labeling sections July 05
1.2 Updated specifications, VistaLINK®tables Aug 05
1.2.1 Formatting, typos fixed Jan 06
1.3 Updated menu items and VistaLINK®description Jan 07
1.4 Updated menu structure layout Oct 08
Information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Evertz assumes no responsibility for the use thereof nor for
the rights of third parties, which may be effected in any way by the use thereof. Any representations in this document concerning performance of
Evertz products are for informational use only and are not warranties of future performance, either express or implied. The only warranty offered by
Evertz in relation to this product is the Evertz standard limited warranty, stated in the sales contract or order confirmation form.
Although every attempt has been made to accurately describe the features, installation and operation of this product in this manual, no warranty is
granted nor liability assumed in relation to any errors or omissions unless specifically undertaken in the Evertz sales contract or order confirmation.
Information contained in this manual is periodically updated and changes will be incorporated into subsequent editions. If you encounter an error,
please notify Evertz Customer Service department. Evertz reserves the right, without notice or liability, to make changes in equipment design or
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WARNING
Never look directly into an optical fiber. Non-reversible damage to the eye can
occur in a matter of milliseconds.
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Do not hook up the 7707VT-8 DWDM and 7707VR-8 cards directly with a short
fiber optic cable. The 7707VT-8 DWDM card produces +7dBm of power,
which will damage the receiver if connected directly.
"
Do not hook up the 7707VT-8 cards that output more than -7dBm of power
(see 7707VT-8 specifications for output power of various laser types) and
7707VR-8-H high sensitivity receiver cards directly with a short fiber optic
cable. The 7707VT-8 cards that produce more than -7dBm of power will
damage the receiver if connected directly.

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1. OVERVIEW
The 7707VT-8 is a VistaLINK®enabled, fiber transmitter for SDI, DVB-ASI or SDTi video signals. This
double card combines up to eight SDI, DVB-ASI or SDTi signals using Time Domain Multiplex (TDM)
technology and transmits them over a single fiber. The companion 7707VR-8 Octal SDI Receiver
demultiplexes the signals and converts them back to separate SDI video feeds.
The 7707VT-8 and companion 7707VR-8 will transparently pass incoming SDI video feeds with embedded
AES audio or any other data in the horizontal or vertical ancillary data space. Monitoring and control of
card status and parameters is provided locally at the card edge or remotely via VistaLINK®.
The fiber output is available in an assortment of optical wavelengths, accommodating standard, CWDM or
DWDM transmission schemes.
7707VT13-8 1310 nm FP -7dBm output, suitable for distances up to 50 Km
7707VT15-8 1550 nm DFB 0dBm output, suitable for distances up to 75 Km
There are several versions with built in isolators specifically suited to coarse wave division multiplexing
(CWDM) applications. These versions all have 0dBm output and are suitable for distances up to 75 Km.
7707VT27-8 1270 nm DFB
7707VT29-8 1290 nm DFB
7707VT31-8 1310 nm DFB
7707VT33-8 1330 nm DFB
7707VT35-8 1350 nm DFB
7707VT37-8 1370 nm DFB
7707VT43-8 1430 nm DFB
7707VT45-8 1450 nm DFB
7707VT47-8 1470 nm DFB
7707VT49-8 1490 nm DFB
7707VT51-8 1510 nm DFB
7707VT53-8 1530 nm DFB
7707VT55-8 1550 nm DFB
7707VT57-8 1570 nm DFB
7707VT59-8 1590 nm DFB
7707VT61-8 1610 nm DFB
There are several versions with built in isolators specifically suited to dense wave division multiplexing
(DWDM) applications. The DWDM versions are suitable for distances >120 km @ 270 Mb/s (for DWDM
applications contact factory).
7707VTDyyy-8 DWDM DFB laser output, yyy – ITU channel number
The 7707VT-8 occupies two card slots in the 3 RU frame, which will hold up to 7 modules or one card slot
in the 1RU frame, which will hold up to three modules. One 7707VT-8 module can also be installed in the
S7701 stand-alone enclosure.

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Features:
•Multiplexor for eight synchronous or asynchronous 270Mb/s SDI, DVB-ASI or SDTi video signals.
•Signal transport uninterrupted by loss of any SDI, DVB-ASI or SDTi input feed.
•Transparently passes embedded AES or any other data in the horizontal or vertical ancillary data
space.
•Comprehensive signal and card status monitoring via four character card-edge display.
•VistaLINK®– enabled offering remote monitoring, control and configuration capabilities via SNMP.
VistaLINK®is available when modules are used with the 3RU 7700FR-C frame, a 7700FC
VistaLINK®Frame Controller module in slot 1 of the frame using the 9000NCP Network Control
Panel or Evertz VistaLINK®PRO or other third party SNMP manager software.
•Automatic coaxial equalization up to 250m at 270Mb/s (Belden 8281).
•Fully hot swappable from front of frame with no fiber/coax disconnect/reconnect required.
•Supports single-mode and multi-mode fiber optic cable.
•Optical output wavelengths of 1310nm, 1550nm and up to 16 CWDM wavelengths.
•DWDM wavelengths also available.
•SC/PC, ST/PC, FC/PC fiber connectors available.
•Input selection feature allows user to route 1 of the 8 incoming video signals to the SDI output
FIBER
OUTPUT
OPTICAL
TRANSMITTER
TDM
MUX
8 SDI/ASI
INPUTS
SDI/ASI VIDEO
OUTPUT
INPUT
STAGE
1
INPUT
STAGE
2
INPUT
STAGE
3
INPUT
STAGE
4
INPUT
STAGE
5
INPUT
STAGE
6
INPUT
STAGE
7
INPUT
STAGE
8
INPUT
SELECTOR
CABLE
DRIVER
CONTROL/
INDICATION
VistaLINK
®
Interface
LOCAL
CONTROL
LOCAL
INDICATION
Figure 1-1: 7707VT-8 Block Diagram

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2. INSTALLATION
The 7707VT-8 comes with a companion rear plate that has nine BNC connectors and one SC/PC (see
Figure 2-1), ST/PC or FC/PC optical connector. For information on mounting the rear plate and inserting
the module into the frame see section 3 of the 7700FR chapter.
Figure 2-1: 7707VT-8 Rear Panel
SDI INPUT: Eight independent BNC input connectors for 10-bit serial digital video signals
compatible with the SMPTE 259M-C, DVB-ASI or SMPTE 305M standards. These inputs
provide adaptive compensation for up to 250m of industry standard Belden 8281 cable, at
270Mb/s.
SDI OUTPUT: User selectable video loopback output. Any of the inputs can source this output for
reclocked loop back functionality. Selection controlled via card edge menu or VistaLINK®.
FIBER OUTPUT: Output SC/PC, SC/PC with cover (shown), ST/PC or FC/PC female connector. This
optical output contains the eight input SDI video signals. Any ancillary data (e.g. embedded
audio, closed captioning, etc) present in the input SDI video stream prior to multiplexing is
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Do not hook up the 7707VT-8 DWDM and 7707VR-8 cards directly with a short
fiber optic cable. The 7707VT-8 DWDM card produces +7dBm of power that
will damage the receiver if connected directly.
"
Do not hook up the 7707VT-8 cards that output more than -7dBm of power
(see the 7707VT-8 specifications for output power of various laser types) and
7707VR-8-H high sensitivity receiver cards directly with a short fiber optic
cable. The 7707VT-8 cards that produce more than -7dBm of power will
damage the receiver if connected directly.
2.1. CARE AND HANDLING OF OPTICAL FIBER
2.1.1. Safety
!
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Background colour: yellow
Triangular band: black
Symbol: black
2.1.2. Assembly
Assembly or repair of the laser sub-module is done only at Evertz facility and performed only by qualified
Evertz technical personnel.
2.1.3. Labeling
Certification and Identification labels are combined into one label. As there is not enough room on the
product to place the label, it is reproduced here in the manual.
•There is no date of manufacture on this label as it can be traced by the bar code label placed on
the Printed circuit board of each Evertz plug-in module
•The Model number is one of: 7707VT13-8, 7707VT15-8,
7707VTxx-8, (xx = 27, 29, 31, 33, 35, 37, 43, 45, 47, 49, 51, 53, 55, 57, 59, 61)
7707VTDyyy-8 (Dyyy represents ITU Grid Channel: D200, D210, D220, D230, D240, D250, D260,
D270, D280, D290, D300, D310, D320, D330, D340, D350, D360, D370, D380, D390, D400,
D410, D420, D430, D440, D450, D460, D470, D480, D490, D500, D510, D520, D530, D540,
D550, D570, D580, D590, D600)

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Figure 2-2: Reproduction of Laser Certification and Identification Label
2.1.4. Handling and Connecting Fibers
"
Never touch the end face of an optical fiber. Always keep dust caps on optical fiber
connectors when not connected and always remember to properly clean the optical
end face of a connector before making a connection.
The transmission characteristics of the fiber are dependent on the shape of the optical core and therefore
care must be taken to prevent fiber damage due to heavy objects or abrupt fiber bending. Evertz
recommends that you maintain a minimum bending radius of 5 cm to avoid fiber-bending loss that will
decrease the maximum attainable distance of the fiber cable. The Evertz fiber optic modules come with
cable lockout devices to prevent the user from damaging the fiber by installing a module into a slot in the
frame that does not have a suitable I/O module. For further information about the care and handling of
fiber optic cable, see section 3 of the Fiber Optics System Design section of this manual binder.

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3. SPECIFICATIONS
3.1. SERIAL VIDEO INPUT
Standards: SMPTE 259M-C, SMPTE 305M, DVB-ASI
Number of Inputs: 8 independent SDI, SDTi or DVB-ASI 270Mb/s signals
Connector: 8 BNC input per IEC 61169-8 Annex A
Equalization: Automatic 250m (min) @ 270 Mb/s with Belden 8281 or equivalent cable
Return Loss: > 15 dB up to 270 Mb/s
3.2. SERIAL VIDEO OUTPUTS
Standards: SMPTE 259M-C, SMPTE 305M, DVB-ASI
Number of Outputs: 1 Independent SDI, SDTi or DVB-ASI 270Mb/s signals
Connectors: 1 BNC per IEC 61169-8 Annex A
Signal Level: 800mV(nominal)
DC Offset: 0V ±0.5V
Rise and Fall Time: 900ps(nominal)
Overshoot: < 10% of amplitude
Return Loss: > 15dB to 270Mb/s
Wide Band Jitter: < 0.2UI
3.3. OPTICAL OUTPUT
Number of Outputs: 1
Connector: Female SC/PC, ST/PC or FC/PC
Return Loss: > 14 dB
Rise and Fall Time: 200 ps nominal
Wide Band Jitter: < 0.2UI
Fiber Size: 9 µm core / 125 µm overall
Wavelengths:
Standard: 1310nm, 1550nm (nominal)
CWDM: 1270nm to 1610nm (See ordering information)
DWDM: ITU channel 20 to 60, 100GHz spacing (ITU-T G.694.1 compliant)
Output Power:
1310nm FP: -7dBm ±1dBm
1550nm & CWDM: 0 dBm ±1dBm
DWDM: +7dBm ±1dBm
3.4. ELECTRICAL
Voltage: +12VDC
Power: 12 Watts (Non DWDM)
15 Watts (DWDM)

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3.5. COMPLIANCE
Electrical Safety: CSA Listed to CSA C22.2 No. 60065-03, UL 60065-03
IEC 60065-(2001-12) 7th Edition
Complies with CE Low voltage directive 93/68/EEC
Laser Safety: Complies with 24 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations
pursuant to LN No. 50, dated July 26, 2001
Complies with IEC 60825-1, Am. 2
EMI/RFI: Complies with FCC regulations for class A devices.
Complies with EU EMC directive 89/336/EEC.
3.6. PHYSICAL
7700 or 7701 frame mounting:
Number of slots: 2

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4. STATUS INDICATORS AND DISPLAYS
The 7707VT-8 has 10 LED Status indicators and a 4 digit alphanumeric display on the front card edge to
show operational status of the card at a glance. The card edge pushbutton and toggle switch are used to
select various displays on the alphanumeric display. Figure 4-1 shows the locations of the indicators,
pushbutton and toggle switch.
B Board
Red Local Fault LED
Green Module OK LED
Alpha-numeric
Display
Video Present LEDs
Card Extractor
A Board
Green Module OK LED
5678
1234
Video Present LEDs
Toggle Switch
Pushbutton
Red Local Fault LED
Figure 4-1: Location of Status Indicators and Controls
4.1. STATUS INDICATOR LEDS
LOCAL FAULT: On the 7707VT-8A main board, this Red LED will be ON if a laser fault exists, if the
laser is set to Discontinuous mode with no valid inputs present, or if a local input
power fault exists (i.e.: a blown fuse).
On the 7707VT-8B sub-board this Red LED will be ON if a local input power fault
exists (i.e.: a blown fuse).
The LOCAL FAULT indications can also be reported to the frame through the
FRAME STATUS jumper.
MODULE OK: This Green LED indicates good module health. It will be ON when a valid input
signal is present, and the laser and board power are good.
On the 7707VT-8, there are eight small LEDs on the front of the boards that indicate the status of video
inputs.
VIDEO 1 STATUS LED:
GREEN Valid signal input. No errors.
RED Valid signal input. Errors detected.
OFF No valid input detected.
YELLOW Input is blocked from being transported through fiber by the user
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4.2. DOT-MATRIX DISPLAY
Additional signal and status monitoring is provided via the 4-digit dot-matrix display located at the card-
edge. The card-edge pushbutton and toggle switch are used to navigate through the display menu. Figure
4-2 provides a quick reference to the display menu structure. The details of the each of the displays are
described in the sections 4.2.1 to 4.2.7.
CH1 VSD
Top Level
Toggle
Switch
Push Button
OK
Laser is ON
CH8
N270 P270 2398 ASI
UNKN LSV
EQ 0 - 100 %
VSD N270 P270 2398 ASI
UNKN LSV
EQ 0 - 100 %
VOUT OFF,VID1...VID8
LASR DISC/CONT
PSWD PWSL
0 - 9999
VCH1
DIS / EN
VCH8 DIS / EN
0 - 9999
DISP HORZ / VERT
VER Software ID
VCH1
Figure 4-2: Display Menu Structure
4.2.1. Displaying the Video Standard
The 7707VT-8 detects the Video standards of the signal present at its input. To display the Video
Standard, press the pushbutton, select the appropriate input and navigate the pushbutton to the VSD
option. For the sake of brevity, only the menu item for Channel 1 (CH 1) will be described in this manual.
CH1
VSD
N270
P270
2398
ASI
None
The following video standard options are available:
N270 SMPTE 259M-C, 270 Mb/s 4:2:2 Component 525 line, 4:3 or
SMPTE 305M
P270 SMPTE 259M-C, 270 Mb/s 4:2:2 Component 625 line, 4:3 or
SMPTE 305M
2398 270Mb/s 4:2:2 Component 525 line; 4:3 at 23.98Hz
ASI Indicates DVB-ASI Signal at Input
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4.2.2. Displaying The Equalization Strength
To exhibit the Equalization strength, depress the pushbutton, select the appropriate input and pushbutton
to the EQ option.
CH1
EQ
0% to 100%
The following options are available:
0% to 100% Indicates applied equalization. 0% indicating short cable
length.
4.2.3. Selecting a Source for the Controllable Output
To actuate the user configurable output, select the VOUT menu. The Output can be configured to any of
the inputs or turned off.
VOUT
OFF
VID1 to VID 8
The following options are available:
OFF Video Output becomes driven LOW
VID1 The signal on video input 1 is driven to the output.
The functionality is similar for menu selections VID2 through VID8.
4.2.4. Setting the Behavior of Laser When There is no Applied Video
On the 7707VT-8, the LASR menu item enables the user to set the behavior of the laser transmitter when
there is no video signal applied to the coaxial video inputs. To set the laser behavior, toggle the switch
one or more times until the LASR message is shown on the display, and press the push button to enter the
LASR sub-menu. Use the toggle switch to chose between CONT and DISC, and press the push button to
select the mode of operation.
VOUT
CONT
DISC
The following options are available:
CONT Laser will transmit continuously regardless of whether there
are valid input video signals present on coaxial inputs of the
7707VT-8.
DISC The laser will turn off when there is no recognizable video
on any of the coaxial inputs.

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4.2.5. Signal BLOCK Configuration
Depress the pushbutton and select the PSWD option. Actuate the toggle switch to achieve the correct
code number (Factory Default = 7154).
PSWD
PWSL
VCH1
The following options are available:
PWSL Store a new passcode (0-9999) required for BLOCK
configuration. This menu is not available without entering
the correct passcode.
VCH1 Enable / Disable. When Disabled the data input signal 1 is
not placed on the fiber link data stream. This menu item is
not modifiable without entering the correct passcode, though
its current state is viewable.
The functionality is similar for menu selections VCH2 through VCH8.
4.2.6. Setting the Orientation of the Text on the Card Edge Display
On the 7707VT-8 the DISP display enables the user to set a horizontal or vertical orientation for the card
edge display messages. After one second the display will show a message indicating the current
orientation of the display. When this message is showing press the pushbutton to change the orientation
of the display.
DISP
HOR
VERT
The following options are available:
HOR Horizontal display is used when the module is housed in the
1 rack unit 7701FR frame or the stand-alone enclosure.
VERT Vertical display is used when the module is housed in the 3-
rack unit 7700FR frame.
4.2.7. Displaying the Firmware Version
The VER display shows the firmware version and build number of the 7707VT-8 firmware. The following
message will scroll across the display:
VER
VER xx BLD xxx
The following is an example of the firmware version build number:
For example: VER 1.00 BLD 67

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5. JUMPERS
Several jumpers, located at the front of the module, are used to preset various operating modes. Figure
5-1 and Figure 5-2 show the locations of the jumpers on the bottom and top board respectively.
FRAME STATUS
/ MODULE OK
LOCAL FAULT
RUN / UPGRADE
J7
SERIAL
VIDEO 1 STATUS
VIDEO 2 STATUS
VIDEO 3 STATUS
VIDEO 4 STATUS
ON / OFF
Figure 5-1: Location of Status Indicators and Jumpers – Bottom board (A)

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FRAME STATUS
/ MODULE OK
LOCAL FAULT
RUN / UPGRADE
J7
SERIAL
VIDEO 5 STATUS
VIDEO 6 STATUS
VIDEO 7 STATUS
VIDEO 8 STATUS
ON / OFF
Figure 5-2: Location of Status Indicators and Jumpers – Top board (B)
5.1. SELECTING WHETHER LOCAL FAULTS WILL BE MONITORED
BY THE GLOBAL FRAME STATUS
The FRAME STATUS jumper determines whether local faults (as shown by the Local Fault indicator) will
be connected to the 7700FR frame's global status bus. Each of the cards of the module pair has a frame
status jumper. Be sure to change both jumpers to the same state.
FRAME STATUS: To monitor faults on this module with the frame status indicators (on the Power
Supply FRAME STATUS LED's and on the Frame's Fault Tally output), install this jumper in the
ON position. (default)
When this jumper is installed in the OFF position, local faults on this module will not be
monitored.
5.2. CONFIGURING THE MODULE FOR FIRMWARE UPGRADES
Each of the cards of the module pair needs to be upgraded with its specific firmware (A & B). Follow the
same procedure for both the top and bottom modules. The module can be configured for firmware
upgrades using the UPGRADE jumpers or with the serial port ‘upgrade’ command as described below.
For the A board (bottom) of the module pair use the file with a name similar to:
7707VT8A.BIN
For the B board (top) of the module pair:
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5.2.1. Using the Upgrade Jumper
UPGRADE: The UPGRADE jumper is used when firmware upgrades are performed on the module. For
normal operation it should be installed in the RUN position. See the Upgrading Firmware
section of this manual for more information on upgrading the firmware.
To upgrade the firmware in the module unit pull it out of the frame. Move the UPGRADE
jumper into the UPGRADE position. Install the Upgrade cable provided (located in the vinyl
pouch in the front of this manual) onto the SERIAL header at the card edge. Re-install the
module into the frame. Run the upgrade as described in the Upgrading Firmware section in the
front of this manual binder. Once the upgrade is complete remove the module from the frame,
move the UPGRADE jumper into the RUN position, remove the upgrade cable and re-install
the module. The module is now ready for normal operation.
5.2.2. Upgrade Serial Port Command
Install the Upgrade cable provided (located in the vinyl pouch in the front of this manual) onto
the SERIAL header at the card edge of the card to be upgraded. Connect this cable to your
computer and run a terminal program as described in the Upgrading Firmware section in the
front of this manual binder. Type in “upgrade” without the quotes and hit Enter. Follow the
prompts that are presented on your terminal screen and proceed to download the new firmware
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6. VistaLINK®REMOTE MONITORING/CONTROL
6.1. WHAT IS VistaLINK®?
VistaLINK®is Evertz’s remote monitoring and configuration platform which operates over an Ethernet
network using Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). SNMP is a standard computer network
protocol that enables different devices sharing the same network to communicate with each other.
VistaLINK®provides centralized alarm management, which monitors, reports, and logs all incoming alarm
events and dispatches alerts to all the VLPro Clients connected to the server. Card configuration through
VistaLINK®PRO can be performed on an individual or multi-card basis using simple copy and paste
routines, which reduces the time to configure each module separately. Finally, VistaLINK®enables the
user to configure devices in the network from a central station and receive feedback that the configuration
has been carried out.
There are 3 components of SNMP:
1. An SNMP manager, also known as a Network Management System (NMS), is a computer running
special software that communicates with the devices in the network. Evertz VL-Fiber demo Manager
graphical user interface (GUI), third party or custom manager software may be used to monitor and
control Evertz VistaLINK®enabled fiber optic products.
2. Managed devices (such as 7707VT-8 and 7707VR-8 cards), each with a unique address (OID),
communicate with the NMS through an SNMP Agent. Evertz VistaLINK®enabled 7700 series modules
reside in the 3RU 7700FR-C MultiFrame and communicate with the manager via the 7700FC
VistaLINK®frame controller module, which serves as the Agent.
3. A virtual database, known as the Management Information Base (MIB), lists all the variables being
monitored, which both the Manager and Agent understand. Please contact Evertz for further
information about obtaining a copy of the MIB for interfacing to a third party Manager/NMS.
For more information on connecting and configuring the VistaLINK®network, see the 7700FC Frame
Controller chapter.
6.2. VistaLINK®MONITORED PARAMETERS
The following parameters can be remotely monitored through the VistaLINK®interface.
Parameter Description
Video 1 to 8: Input Video Standard Indicates the presence of a valid video input signal.
Video 1 to 8: Cable Length Indicates equalization applied to input video as a percent.
Shorter cable length should have low percent equalization.
Table 6-1: VistaLINK®Monitored Parameters

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6.3. VistaLINK®CONTROLLED PARAMETERS
The following parameters can be remotely controlled through the VistaLINK®interface.
Parameter Description
EDH Insert 1 to 8 Enables recalculated EDH packets to be inserted into video stream,
with updated error flags.
Monitoring Video Select the input to source the video monitor output port or turn monitor
output OFF.
Video Enable 1 to 8 Allows the User to enable/disable specific video paths. Disabled input
data will not be placed on the fiber link.
Change Password Setup the Password used to access the Video Blocking features.
Cable Length Threshold Set the equalization strength that trips an alarm if the signal degrades.
Laser
Allows the user to control the laser behavior when no video is present
on coaxial inputs. In Discontinuous mode the laser will be shut off with
no valid input signals. In Continuous mode the laser will continuously
transmit and maintain the link to the VR-8.
Table 6-2: VistaLINK®Controlled Parameters
6.4. VistaLINK®TRAPS
The following traps can be VistaLINK®enabled and monitored.
Trap Description
Video Loss 1 to 8 Triggers when there is a loss of a valid video signal.
Video Error 1 to 8 Triggers when a video error has occurred.
EDH Packet Missing 1 to 8 Triggers upon loss of EDH Error Detection packets in video input.
EDH Error 1 to 8 Triggers when an EDH error has occurred.
Cable Length Fault 1 to 8 Triggers when equalization is higher than set Cable Length Threshold.
Laser Fault Triggers when there is a laser fault.
Table 6-3: VistaLINK®Traps