FOR-A RS-HD808 User manual

RS-HD808
Routing Switcher *S/*C
1st Edition
OPERATION
MANUAL

Precautions
Important Safety Warnings
[Power]
Operate unit only on the specified supply voltage.
Disconnect power cord by connector only. Do not pull on cable portion.
Do not place or drop heavy or sharp-edged objects on power cord. A damaged cord
can cause fire or electrical shock hazards. Regularly check power cord for
excessive wear or damage to avoid possible fire / electrical hazards.
[Grounding]
Ensure unit is properly grounded at all times to prevent electrical shock hazard.
Do not ground the unit to gas lines, units, or fixtures of an explosive or dangerous
nature.
Ensure power cord is firmly plugged into AC outlet.
[Operation]
Do not operate unit in hazardous or potentially explosive atmospheres. Doing so
could result in fire, explosion, or other dangerous results.
Do not allow liquids, metal pieces, or other foreign materials to enter the unit. Doing
so could result in fire, other hazards, or unit malfunction.
If foreign material does enter the unit, turn power off and disconnect power cord
immediately. Remove material and contact authorized service representative if
damage has occurred.
[Transportation]
Handle with care to avoid shocks in transit. Shocks may cause malfunction. When
you need to transport the unit, use the original packing materials or alternate
adequate packing.
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[Circuitry Access]
Do not remove covers, panels, casing, or access circuitry with power applied to the
unit! Turn power off and disconnect power cord prior to removal. Internal servicing /
adjustment of unit should only be performed by qualified personnel.
Do not touch any parts / circuitry with a high heat factor.
Capacitors can retain enough electric charge to cause mild to serious shock, even
after power is disconnected. Capacitors associated with the power supply are
especially hazardous. Avoid contact with any capacitors.
Unit should not be operated or stored with cover, panels, and / or casing removed.
Operating unit with circuitry exposed could result in electric shock / fire hazards or
unit malfunction.
[Potential Hazards]
If abnormal smells or noises are noticed coming from the unit, turn power off
immediately and disconnect power cord to avoid potentially hazardous conditions. If
problems similar to above occur, contact authorized service representative before
attempting to again operate unit.
[Rack Mount Brackets, Ground Terminal, and Rubber Feet]
To rack mount or ground the unit, or to install rubber feet, do not use screws or
materials other than those supplied. Otherwise, it may cause damage to the internal
circuits or components of the unit. If you remove the rubber feet attached on the unit,
do not reinsert the screws securing the rubber feet.
[Consumables]
The consumables used in unit must be replaced periodically. For further details on
which parts are consumables and when they should be replaced, refer to the
specifications at the end of the Operation Manual. Since the service life of the
consumables varies greatly depending on the environment in which they are used,
they should be replaced at an early date. For details on replacing the consumables,
contact your dealer.
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Upon Receipt
Unpacking
RS-HD series units are fully inspected and adjusted prior to shipment and can be operated
immediately upon completing all required connections and operational settings.
Check your received items against the packing list below.
ITEM QTY REMARKS
RS-HD808 1
AC cord/AC cord clip 1ea. To secure AC power cord to unit
Connector assembly 1 HR 10A-7P-6P (Hirose), male
Rack mount brackets 1 pr. EIA standard type
Screws 1 set 8 screws for use with rack mount brackets
Control Software 1 set CD-ROM, Windows™ OS 95 / 98 / 2000 /
NT4.0 compatible (RS-232C protocol)
Operation manual 1 This manual
Routing Switcher
RS Series Command 1 Separate manual
Routing Switcher RS/VSF
Series Control Software 1 Separate manual
75Ωtermination plug 1 To terminate REF connector
Check
Check to ensure no damage has occurred during shipment. If damage has occurred, or items
are missing, inform your supplier immediately.
Rack Mounting
The RS-HD series units can be mounted to EIA standard rack units. When rack mounting a unit,
remove the rubber feet and use the accessory rack mount brackets (rack ears).

Table of Contents
1. Prior to Starting ........................................................................................................................1
1-1. Welcome ...........................................................................................................................1
1-2. About the RS-HD series....................................................................................................1
1-3. About This Manual ............................................................................................................1
2. Panel Descriptions ...................................................................................................................2
2-1. Front Panel........................................................................................................................2
2-2. Rear Panel ........................................................................................................................3
3. Set up.......................................................................................................................................4
3-1. Board Settings...................................................................................................................4
3-1-1. Accessing Internal CPU .............................................................................................4
3-2. Removal and Adjustment of the I/F Card ..........................................................................6
3-3. CPU Settings.....................................................................................................................7
3-4. MTX settings ................................................................................................................... 10
4. Connection.............................................................................................................................11
4-1. Reference Connection..................................................................................................... 11
4-1-1. Reference Switching Point Signals........................................................................... 12
4-2. Connection......................................................................................................................13
4-2-1. AC Power Cord Securing Clip.................................................................................. 13
4-2-2. Basic Connection .....................................................................................................14
4-2-3. Computer Control Connection..................................................................................15
4-2-4. RS-RU Series Remote Control Connection.............................................................. 16
4-3. System Configuration Example.......................................................................................17
4-4. ALARM Connector ..........................................................................................................19
4-5. REMOTE Connector .......................................................................................................21
5. Control Operation...................................................................................................................23
5-1. General ........................................................................................................................... 23
5-2. Communication Parameters............................................................................................ 23
5-3. Protocol Flow...................................................................................................................23
5-4. Operational Flow.............................................................................................................24
5-5. RS-232C Control Commands.......................................................................................... 26
5-5-1. Command Blocks.....................................................................................................26
5-5-2. Output Off.................................................................................................................27
5-5-3. Status Request Commands .....................................................................................28
5-5-4. Response Commands.............................................................................................. 29
5-5-5. Control Commands and ASCII Codes......................................................................30
5-6. RS-232C Control Commands.......................................................................................... 31
5-7. Control Software..............................................................................................................31
6. If Problems Occur...................................................................................................................32
7. Specifications & Dimensions..................................................................................................33
7-1. Unit Specifications...........................................................................................................33
7-2. External Dimensions .......................................................................................................34

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1. Prior to Starting
1-1. Welcome
Congratulations! By purchasing the RS-HD808 you have entered the world of FOR.A and its
many innovative products. Thank you for your patronage and we hope you will turn to FOR.A
products again and again to satisfy your video and audio production needs.
FOR.A provides a wide range of products, from basic support units to complex system
controllers, which have been increasingly joined by products for computer video based systems.
Whatever your needs, talk to your FOR.A representative. We will do our best to be of continuing
service to you.
1-2. About the RS-HD series
The RS-HD808 Routing Switcher provides dependable and high performance video signal
routing support for SD SDI / HD SDI systems. Separate purchase system components allow
each user to configure the routing system and system size best suited to their operational and
budget requirements. Easily control routing setups and switchovers via either our RS-RU series
remote control unit’s control software or computer command.
Features
 8 input x 8 output video router.
 Accepts and outputs SD - HD SDI 143Mbps to 1.5Gbps (auto selected, re-clocked at
1.5Gbps).
 Crosspoint switchover during V blanking possible.
 Free assign where signals logically appear in system.
 Store crosspoints to memory, group (take) when execute simultaneously upon command
input.
 Program predefined lists of simultaneous crosspoint operations (salvos) for quick execution.
 Inhibit specific crosspoints from being changed.
 Routing setups maintained in memory during power loss.
 Control operation via accessory control software and / or RS-RU series units (separate
purchase).
 Auto cable compensation performed up to 100m (when 5C-FB equivalent cable used).
 Easily installs to limited space situations.
 Provides an economical solution to video signal routing requirements.
1-3. About This Manual
This manual is intended to help the user easily operate the RS-HD808 and make full use of its
functions during operations. Before connecting or operating your unit, read this operation
manual thoroughly to ensure you understand the product. After reading, it is important to keep
this manual in a safe place and available for reference.

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2. Panel Descriptions
2-1. Front Panel
Where:
①Power Switch and Indicator
Switch used to turn unit power ON / OFF.
Power indication will be lit green whenever power switch is ON and power is applied to the unit.
①

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2-2. Rear Panel
Where:
①INPUT Connectors
Used for SDI (component or composite) or HD SDI video input connection from VTRs or other
system video equipment. (Input format auto detected.) BNC connectors.
②OUTPUT Connectors
Used to output routed SDI (component or composite) or HD SDI video inputs to destination
equipment. BNC connectors.
Signal output at OUTPUT 1- 8 will follow input signal format input.
③ALARM Connector
Used for fan alarm output connection. HR10A-7R-6S (Hirose) connector (female). (See sec. 4-4.
‘ALARM Connector’ for pin assignments and other details.)
④REF IN Connectors
Top connector used for input of external reference signal (tri-level sync, black burst or composite
sync) for system synchronization use. (Connection will help minimize signal jitter at monitors
during switchovers.)
Bottom connector used to output loopthru external reference. If no loopthru connection is made,
bottom connector must be 75Ωterminated. BNC connectors.
⑤CONTROL Connector
Used for control IN / OUT connection between RS series switchers and remote control units. If
no loopthru connection is made, bottom connector must be 75Ωterminated. BNC connectors.
⑥REMOTE Connector
Used for serial control crosspoint selection via computer command. Selectable as RS-232C or
RS-422 protocol. (Factory set to RS-232C protocol. See sec. 3-3 ‘CPU Settings’ for details on
setting.) 9-pin D-sub connector, (male). Note that connector lock screws are inch type screws.
⑦Ground Terminal
Used to ground unit to protect operators against static electricity and/or electrical shocks.
⑧AC IN
Used for connecting to AC power source via supplied accessory cord.
②
①③④⑤
⑧⑦⑥

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3. Set up
3-1. Board Settings
Depending on your system configuration, settings for dipswitches and jumpers on the internal
CPU and MAIN boards may have to be changed from factory defaults.
3-1-1. Accessing Internal CPU
IMPORTANT
Always switch unit power OFF and disconnect power cord before accessing unit
interior to make setting changes.
 To access unit interior to make settings on the MTX board and internal CPU, proceed as
follows.
①Loosen front panel thumb screws shown below.
②Completely remove front panel. After panel is removed, slide out the MTX board and CPU
board from inside the unit as shown below.
③Remove the CPU card from the MTX board as shown below.
CPU
card MTX card
Place fingers here and at
tab other side to remove.
CPU board
MTX board
CPU SW2 MTX S1
CPU SW1
Place fingers here and
at tab other side to
remove.

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④Refer to sec. (See sec. 3-3 ‘CPU Settings’.) following and make settings on The MTX
board and CPU as required for your system configuration.
⑤The layout of the MTX Switches S1 and S2 are shown below.
⑥After all required settings are made, replace unit front panel and re-secure it in place with
the screws removed in step ①.
MTX
MTX S2
MTX S1
Front edge
Front edge
JP2 SW1 SW2
JP12
JP10
JP11
JP1
GND OPEN
A
CV NOR
RS-422 RS-232C
A
CV NOR
BF NOR
CPU

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3-2. Removal and Adjustment of the I/F Card
Use the following procedure when removing the I/F board.
①Remove the screw located on the back panel and removed the I/F card by pulling the I/F card
out through the front.
The jumpers are located inside the I/F Card.
②I/F Card：JP1
RS-232C Interface RS-422 Interface
③I/F Card：JP2
RS-232C Interface RS-422 Interface
(The unit is preset to the RS-232C interface specification at the factory).
④After all required settings are made, replace unit front panel and re-secure it in place with the
screws removed in step ①.
RS-232C
1
3
RS-422
RS-232C
1
3
RS-422
Front
Edge
Front edge
JP1
232 422
JP2
232 422
※Factory default settings are shown.
RS-232C
1
3
RS-422
RS-232C
1
3
RS-422
Front
Edge

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3-3. CPU Settings
Once you have accessed the internal CPU board, dipswitches and jumpers will be located on
the board as indicated in the figure below.
①Dipswitch and Jumper Locations.
②SW1 Settings
Note that if you have more than one unit configured in your system, SW1-1, SW1-2 and
SW1-3 factory settings must be changed to a different ID setting unless the unit is used as
the master unit.
 SW1-1, SW1-2 and SW1-3
Combined settings determine unit ID number.
Unit ID SW1-1 SW1-2 SW1-3
0 (master) * OFF OFF OFF
1 ON OFF OFF
2 OFF ON OFF
3 ON ON OFF
4 OFF OFF ON
5 ON OFF ON
6 OFF ON ON
7 ON ON ON
(* Factory setting is to 0 (master). This setting must be changed at all slave units if more than
one unit (the master) is configured in your system and each slave must be set to a different
number (1-up.)
Front edge
JP2 SW1 SW2
JP12
JP10
JP11
JP1
GND OPEN
A
CV NOR
RS-422 RS-232C
A
CV NOR
BF NOR
CPU

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 SW1-4, SW1-5 and SW1-6
Combined settings determine signal switchover level of unit.
Unit Level SW1-4 SW1-5 SW1-6
1 * OFF OFF OFF
2 ON OFF OFF
3 OFF ON OFF
4 ON ON OFF
5 OFF OFF ON
6 ON OFF ON
7 OFF ON ON
8 ON ON ON
(* Factory setting is to level 1.)
 SW1-7
SW1-7 is also used to return all crosspoints to factory defaults. To return crosspoint settings to
INn = OUTn factory defaults (IN1 = OUT1, IN2 = OUT2, etc., where n equals 1-8) follow the
procedure in table below.
How To Reinitialize Unit
1)Set SW1-7 on internal CPU to ON.
2)Briefly turn unit power ON to re-initialize, then turn OFF again.
3)Reset SW1-7 to OFF.
 SW1-8
Used to set REMOTE connector to RS-232C or RS-422 protocol when controlling RS-HD
series units via REMOTE connector or computer command. Setting here must be to the same
protocol as set at JP2 (④below). If not, you cannot remote control the unit.
SW1-8 Response
ON RS-422 protocol
OFF * RS-232C protocol
(* Factory set to RS-232C protocol.)
③SW2 Settings
For maintenance use only. Do not change settings.
CPU Card：SW2
All dipswitches are preset OFF at the factory before shipping.
12345678
ON

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④JP2 Settings
Used to set REMOTE connector to RS-232C or RS-422 protocol when controlling RS-HD
series units via the REMOTE connector or computer command. Setting here must be to the
same protocol as set at SW1-8 (②above). If not, you cannot remote control the unit.
(* Factory set to RS-232C protocol.)
⑤Other Jumper Settings
Do not change from factory settings given below.
Jumper Settings
JP1 NOR
JP10 GND
JP11 NOR
JP12 NOR
REMOTE connector to RS-422
JP2 Front panel
REMOTE connector to RS-232C *
JP2 Front panel
RS-422 RS-232C RS-422 RS-232C

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3-4. MTX settings
The following settings are preset at the factory. DO NOT change any of these settings.
①MTX Card：S1
All dipswitches are preset OFF at the factory before shipping.
②MTX Card：S2
All dipswitches are preset OFF at the factory before shipping.
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
MTX
MTX S2
MTX S1
Front edge
CPU
card MTX card

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4. Connection
4-1. Reference Connection
The REF IN connectors must be used to connect the same reference signal between all units
configured in your routing system.
 If external reference used for all router units
※See sec.4-1-1, 'Reference Switching Point Signals’ following for more information.
External reference signal
Loopthru
from REF IN
Loopthru
from REF IN
Master
Slave
To other slave units
or
75Ωterminated.

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ODD
EVEN
［１０８０ｉ］
スイッチングポイント
スイッチングポイント
1112511241123 2 3 4 5 6 20 21
Ｖブランキング期間
7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
563562561560 564 565 566 567 568 583 584
Ｖブランキング期間
569 570 571 572 573 574 575 576
スイッチングポイント
1750746745 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 25 26
Ｖブランキング期間
［７２０ｐ］
4-1-1. Reference Switching Point Signals
REF IN external sync input signal should appear as one of the forms below for your particular
system. HD signals are shown below
Both VIDEO INPUT and EXTERNAL REFERENCE signals must match (be in sync).
Even side of SMPTE switching point signal changes 1 line quickly. The signals shown below
are SD.
Switching point
Switching point
Blanking Chase
Switching point
Blanking Chase
Blanking Chase
ODD
EVEN
Vertical Blanking Period
Vertical Blanking Period
Vertical Blanking Period
スイッチングポイント
54 61 7 8 9 10 20
Ｖブランキング期間
ODD
［ＮＴＳＣ］
スイッチングポイント
EVEN
267266 268264 269 270 271 272 282
Ｖブランキング期間
265
スイッチングポイント
ODD
［ＰＡＬ］
21 3623 4 5 6 7 23
Ｖブランキング期間
スイッチングポイント
EVEN
314313 315311 316 317 318 319 335
Ｖブランキング期間
312
Blanking Chase
Switching point
Blanking Chase
Blanking Chase
Blanking Chase
Switching point
Switching point
Switching point
Vertical Blanking Period
Vertical Blanking Period
Vertical Blanking Period
Vertical Blanking Period

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4-2. Connection
4-2-1. AC Power Cord Securing Clip
Use the AC Power Cord Securing Clip included with your unit to ensure the AC power cord
remains securely connected to the unit.
①Connect AC power cord to AC IN on the unit rear panel. From the right side of AC cord
connector base, slide clip around AC connector cord.
②Squeeze the back of AC clip and insert the prongs in the rear panel clip bracket as
indicated below.
③AC clip should circle the back of the AC power cord base and be secured in the bracket as
shown in figure 1 below when properly attached.
Figure 1

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4-2-2. Basic Connection
Video input and output connections should generally be made as below. Further note that an
external system sync signal (black burst or composite sync reference) can be connected to /
from each configured unit to ensure all signals being routed are synced.
◇ Video Setting
External reference
Digital video
input
Digital
Monitor 8
RS-HD808
VTR1
VTR8
Digital
Monitor 1
User fabricated
fan alarm device
Looped thru REF IN signal
or internally generated reference signal