GRASS VALLEY 8960ENC - User manual

8960ENC
4:2:2 TO NTSC/PAL ENCODER
Instruction Manual
SOFTWARE VERSION 8.0.2
071064204
JULY 2005

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Contents
Preface
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About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
8960ENC 4:2:2 to NTSC/PAL Encoder
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Frame Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Module Placement in the 8900 Frame. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Frame Sync Submodule (8900FSS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Termination. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Loop-through Input. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Reference Inputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Power Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Operation Indicator LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Configuration Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Configuration Summary Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Local Onboard Module Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Onboard Module Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Adding/Deleting Setup for 525 Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Remote Configuration and Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
8900NET Module Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Newton Control Panel Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
8960ENC Links and Web Pages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Functional Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Serial 4:2:2 Input Stage & Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Cross-Color Remover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Synchronizer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
10-bit Encoder and Output Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Color-frame Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Microcontroller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Regulator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Status Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Frame Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Web Browser Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
SNMP Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

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Contents
Index
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8960ENC Instruction Manual 5
Preface
About This Manual
This manual describes the features of a specific module of the Gecko 8900
Signal Processing System. As part of this module family, it is subject to
Safety and Regulatory Compliance described in the Gecko 8900 Series
frame and power supply documentation (see the Gecko 8900 Frames Instruc-
tion Manual ).

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Preface

8960ENC Instruction Manual 7
8960ENC 4:2:2 to NTSC/PAL
Encoder
Introduction
The 8960ENC module is an encoder solution for converting 4:2:2 compo-
nent serial digital video input into multi-standard composite analog video
signals by using 10-bit processing throughout the conversion process.
The 8960ENC features:
• 10-bit signal processing,
• 4 NTSC/PAL outputs,
• 2 reclocked SDI (Serial Digital Interface standard) outputs,
• Full-frame output phasing with 8900FSS frame sync submodule option,
• 2 reference inputs for multiformat facilities,
• EDH detection, and
• Remote interface with the 8900NET module (version 3.2.2 or later) pro-
viding support for the following:
• Web browser configuration and control
• SNMP trap reports for use with NetCentral and other SNMP appli-
cations
• NetConfig Networking application
• Newton Control Panel control

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Installation
Installation
Installation of the 8960ENC module is a process of:
1.
Placing the module in the proper frame slot, and
2.
Cabling and terminating signal ports.
Note If you are installing the optional Frame Sync Submodule on the 8900ENC, see
Frame Sync Submodule (8900FSS) on page 10.
The 8960ENC module can be plugged in and removed from an 8900 Series
frame with power on. When power is applied to the module, LED indica-
tors reflect the initialization process (see Power Up on page 12).
Frame Capacity
The 8960ENC module can be installed in all 8900 Series video frames but
with varying maximum quantities determined by frame cooling capacity.
Table 1 provides the power capacity, cooling capacity, and maximum
8960ENC module count for each frame type.
Note Module capacity figures assume no other modules are in the frame.
X = Not recommended without forced air cooling.
Module Placement in the 8900 Frame
There are ten slot locations in the frame to accommodate either analog or
digital modules. These are the left ten locations. Refer to Figure 1 on page 9.
The two slots on the right are allocated for the power supplies. For addi-
tional information concerning the Power Supply module, refer to the 8900
Power Supply manual.
The third slot from the right is allocated for the controller module—either
a Frame Monitor Module or a 2000NET Network Interface Module. For
additional information concerning the controller module options, refer to
the Gecko 8900TX/8900TF/8900TFN Frames Instruction Manual.
Table 1. Power, Cooling, and Module Capacity of 8900 Frames
Capacity Calculated 8900TX
Frame
8900TF-V
Frame
8900TFN-V
Frame
Power (W) 100 100 100
Recommended Module Cooling (W) 30 90 90
8960ENC Modules 5 10 10
8960ENC Modules with 8900FSS X 10 10

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Installation
Figure 1. 8900 Series Frame
8900 module slots are interchangeable within the frame. There are 10 BNC
connectors in each slot’s I/O group. The functional assignment of each con-
nector in a group is determined by the module that is placed in that slot.
The maximum number of modules an 8900 frame can accept is ten. Figure 2
illustrates the rear connector plate for an 8900 Series frame.
Figure 2. 8900 Series Frame Rear Connector
To install a module in the frame:
1.
Insert the module, connector end first, with the component side of the
module facing to the right and the ejector tab to the top.
2.
Verify that the module connector seats properly against the backplane.
3.
Press in the ejector tab to seat the module.
Frame Monitor or
8900NET Network
Interface Module
Any 8900 Module Power
Supplies
(only)
0642_04r1
0642-03
J1 J2
J3 J4
J5 J6
J7 J8
J9 J10
IN
DA1
J2
J4
J6
J8
J1 J2
J3 J4
J5 J6
J7 J8
J9 J10
IN
DA3
J1 J2
J3 J4
J5 J6
J7 J8
J9 J10
IN
DA5
J1 J2
J3 J4
J5 J6
J7 J8
J9 J10
IN
DA2
J1 J2
J3 J4
J5 J6
J7 J8
J9 J10
IN
DA7
J1 J2
J3 J4
J5 J6
J7 J8
J9 J10
IN
DA9
J1 J2
J3 J4
J5 J6
J7 J8
J9 J10
IN
DA4
J2
J4
J6
J8
J1 J2
J3 J4
J5 J6
J7 J8
J9 J10
IN
DA6
J2
J4
J6
J8
J1 J2
J3 J4
J5 J6
J7 J8
J9 J10
IN
DA8
J2
J4
J6
J8
J1 J2
J3 J4
J5 J6
J7 J8
J9 J10
IN
DA10
O
U
T
O
U
T
O
U
T
O
U
T
O
U
T
O
U
T
O
U
T
O
U
T
O
U
T
O
U
T

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Installation
Frame Sync Submodule (8900FSS)
An optional Frame Sync submodule is available for providing frame syn-
chronization to an external reference. The submodule installs on the
8960ENC circuit board.
Installation
Install the submodule onto the main circuit board by lining up the two con-
nectors on the submodule with the connectors on the module. Make sure
the connectors are aligned properly then press to seat the submodule.
Insert and tighten the center screw to secure the submodule and assure that
the connectors are in proper alignment.
Termination
When used on the 8960ENC host module, the Frame Sync Submodule ref-
erence signal input termination should be set to high impedance (see
Figure 3).
Figure 3. Frame Sync Submodule Reference Signal Termination Selection
8900FSS
0642-08r1
Temination
jumpers in
high impedance
position
JP3 NTSC
Ref.
JP4 PAL
Ref. 75
75
HI IMP
HI IMP
Insert and tighten screw
to secure submodule.

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Cabling
Cabling
Note At the back of this manual are overlay cards that can be placed over the rear
connector BNCs to identify the specific 8960ENC connector functions.
Loop-through Input
Connect an input source to one of the loop-through input connectors, J9 or
J10 (see Figure 4). The 8960ENC input will accept serial digital video con-
forming to SMPTE 259M 10-bit, 4:2:2 component digital standard. Termi-
nate the unused connector into 75
Ω if the signal is not looped to other
equipment.
Figure 4. 8960 Input/Output Connectors
Outputs
The 8960ENC has four analog NTSC/PAL outputs—J1 through J4. Connec-
tors J-5 and J-6 are reclocked SDI outputs.
Reference Inputs
Separate input BNCs are provided for either 625-line (J7) or 525-line (J8)
black burst reference signals. The reference inputs are 75
Ω or high imped-
ance (jumper selectable, see Local Onboard Module Configuration on page 18).
J2
J4
J6
J8
J1
J9 J10
IN
Four NTSC/PAL
Outputs J1 - J4
X
O
U
T
J3
J5
J7
J2
J4
J6
J8
0642_02
SDI Loop-through
Input
625 Reference
Input
525 Reference
Input
Reclocked SDI OutputReclocked SDI Output

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Power Up
Power Up
The front LED indicators and configuration switches are illustrated in
Figure 5. Upon power-up, the green PWR LED should light and the yellow
CONF LED should illuminate for the duration of module initialization.
Operation Indicator LEDs
With factory default configuration and a valid input signal connected, the
green PWR LED, the yellow AUTO, and one of the green signal standard
LEDs (525 or 625) should illuminate (refer to Table 2 on page 13 to see the
possible operating indicator combinations).
Video input presence is indicated by the 525 or 625 LED (indicating a
525-line or 625-line input signal has been detected). The AUTO LED indi-
cates that automatic standard selection is enabled.
Figure 5. LEDs and Configuration Switches
16-position
Rotary switch
Momentary toggle switch
525 – Green LED on indicates 525-line input is present
PWR – Green LED on indicates power OK
FAULT – Red LED is off during normal operation
Ejector Tab
COMM – Yellow LED indicates communication activity
CONF – Yellow LED indicates configuration activity
Auto/Manual MODE – Yellow LED on indicates automatic input detection mode
625 – Green LED on indicates 625-line input is present
Filter – Yellow LED on indicates signal is being cross-color filtered
Module Configuration Switches and LED
GND
2nd Function
(yellow)
0642_06r1
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
C
D
E
F

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Power Up
A red FAULT LED indicates an error situation and, with the previously
described LEDs, can indicate the operational conditions presented in
Table 2. The table describes LED indications and the signal input/output
conditions and user settings that are indicated.
Table 3 describes the outputs that will be seen for the operating modes and
input conditions listed.
Table 2. Input Conditions and Resulting Output signals and Indicators
Fault
(red)
525
(green)
625
(green) Input Condition Output Signal
OFF ON OFF Normal operation; SDI input signal and 525 reference
standard selected.
Correct encoded signal with correct color-framing.
OFF OFF ON Normal operation; SDI input signal and 625 reference
standard selected.
Correct encoded signal with correct color-framing.
Flashing OFF OFF Missing SDI input signal. No signal.
Flashing ON OFF EDH or format error in the input signal. Output signal has errors.
Flashing OFF ON EDH or format error in the input signal. Output signal has errors.
OFF OFF Flashing SDI 625 signal present; selected 625 reference missing. Correct encoded output; color framing and delay adjust-
ment from frame sync submodule is free running.
OFF Flashing OFF SDI 525 signal present; selected 525 reference missing. Correct encoded output; color framing and delay adjust-
ment from frame sync submodule is free running.
Table 3. Operating Mode, Input Conditions and Resulting Outputs
Mode Standard
Selection Video Input Reference Input Output
Frame Sync Submodule Present — Module In Sync Mode
AUTO
Video present Valid reference present Correct output signal with correct timing
No video signal present Valid reference present Corrupted output signal
Or last field if autofreeze is on
Video present Reference not present Correct output signal with free run timing
Video present Invalid reference input Corrupted output signal
Manual 525-line
Video present Valid reference present Correct output signal with correct timing
No signal present Valid reference present Corrupted output signal
Or last field if autofreeze is on
Video present Reference not present Correct output signal with free run timing
Video present Invalid reference input Corrupted output signal
Invalid Video present Valid reference present Corrupted output signal
Invalid Video present Invalid reference input Corrupted output signal
Manual 625-line
Video present Valid reference present Correct output signal with correct timing
No video signal present Valid reference present Corrupted output signal
Or last field if autofreeze is on
Video present Reference not present Correct output signal with free run timing
Video present Invalid reference input Corrupted output signal
Invalid Video present Valid reference present Corrupted output signal
Invalid Video present Invalid reference input Corrupted output signal

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Power Up
Frame Sync Submodule Present
Module In Delay Mode
AUTO
Video present Not needed Correct output signal w correct timing
No video signal present Not needed Corrupted output signal
Or last field if autofreeze is on
Manual 525-line
Video present Not needed Correct output signal w correct timing.
No video signal present Not needed Corrupted output signal
Or last field if autofreeze is on
Invalid Video input Not needed Corrupted output signal
Manual 625-line
Video present Not needed Correct output signal w correct timing
No video signal present Not needed Corrupted output signal
Or last field if autofreeze is on
Invalid Video input Not needed Corrupted output signal
No Frame Sync Submodule
AUTO Video present Not needed Correct output signal
No video signal present Not needed No output signal
Manual 525-line
Video present Not needed Correct output signal
No video signal present Not needed No output signal
Invalid Video input Not needed Corrupted output signal
Manual 625-line
Video present Not needed Correct output signal
No video signal present Not needed No output signal
Invalid Video input Not needed Corrupted output signal
Table 3. Operating Mode, Input Conditions and Resulting Outputs - (continued)
Mode Standard
Selection Video Input Reference Input Output

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Configuration
Configuration
The 8960ENC can be configured locally using onboard switches or
remotely using the 8900NET network interface GUI or a networked control
panel.
Refer to the following sections for configuration instructions:
• Configuration Summary (page 15)
• Local Onboard Module Configuration (page 18)
• Remote Control and Monitoring (page 22)
Operation of these control types is explained in detail in their respective
sections of this manual.
Configuration Summary
The configuration of the 8960ENC establishes:
• Reference signal input impedance (jumper selection),
• Local only or Remote/Local control (jumper selection),
• Input/Output standard setup,
• Signal processing adjustment,
• Signal filtering setup, and
• Optional Frame Sync module setup.
Output standard setup provides multi-standard support of analog output
signals such as NTSC, Japanese NTSC, PAL-B, PAL-M.
The factory (default) settings for signal processing functions are set to pass
a calibrated broadcast quality signal at optimum levels. Signal processing
amplifier adjustments are available to correct deficiencies in the input
signal.
Table 4 on page 16 provides a summary in table format of all parameters
and their ranges, default values, and remote, local, and control panel func-
tion names and locations for setting each value.

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Configuration
Configuration Summary Table
Table 4 provides a complete summary of the 8960ENC functions and a
comparison of the functionality available with each control type along with
the ranges and default values for each parameter.
Table 4. Summary of Configuration Functions
Function
Type Default Range/Choices
Resolution
Web Page/
Function Name
Function Switch
Bank/Setting
Newton
Control
Panel
Notes/
Conditions
Standard Recognition Auto Auto or Manual Standard Selection/
Standard Recognition pulldown 1:0 Auto Std
Manual Standard
Selection 525 525 or 625 Standard Selection/
Manual Selection pulldown 1:1 Lines
Manual mode
selected in
Standard Rec-
ognition above.
Output Video Setup Setup Setup or No Setup Standard Selection/
Output Video Setup pulldown 1:2 FF Setup
525 only
Vertical Interval Setup Off On or Off Standard Selection/
VI Setup pulldown 2:F VI Setup
Line 21 Setup Off On or Off Standard Selection/
Line 21 Setup pulldown 1:D L21Setup
Line 22 Setup Off On or Off Standard Selection/
Line 22 Setup pulldown 1:E L22Setup
NTSC or PAL-M
selection NTSC NTSC or PAL-M Standard Selection/
NTSC/PAL-M Select pulldown 1:3 525 Std
Standards Selection
Controls Type Numeric Numeric1or Slider Standard Selection/
Controls Type pulldown N/A N/A Web page only
Output Video Level 97.09% 41.5 to 171.55%1
(0.51% steps)
Standard Selection/
Output Video Level (% 1Vpp)
Slider or arrow controls
1:4 Video
User Adjustments Calibrate Calibrate or User Levels/
User Adjustments pulldown 1:5 Levels
Levels Control Type Numeric Numeric1or Slider Levels/
Controls Type pulldown N/A N/A Web page only
Luma Level adjustment
to set luma gain 99.74% 89.5 to109.9%1
(0.08% steps)
Levels/
Luma Level (% White)
Luma Level slider
or arrow controls
1:6 Luma
User mode
selected in User
Adjustments
above
Chroma Level adjust-
ment to set chroma gain 99.52% 88 to 110.95%1
(0.09% steps)
Levels/
Chroma Level (% saturation)
Chroma Level slider
or arrow controls
1:8 Chroma
Hue Level adjustment
(525 only) 0 degrees 0 to 358.05 degrees1
(0.35 degree steps)
Levels/
Hue (degrees)
Hue Level slider
or arrow controls
1:9 Hue
Black Level adjustment 7.54% -14.22 to 21.48%1
(0.34% steps)
Levels/
Black Level (% White)
Black Level slider or arrow
controls
1:7 Black
Lock Source selection Reference Video or Reference Timing/
Lock Source pulldown 2:0 Lock To

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Configuration
Timing Control Type Numeric Numeric or Slider Timing/
Controls Type pulldown N/A N/A Web page only
Fine Delay control 0 ns 0 to 40.80 ns
(0.16 ns steps)
Timing/
Fine Delay
Fine Delay slider or arrow
controls
2:1 Fine Dly No submodule
required
Horizontal Delay 0
0 to 63418 ns (525)
0 to 63862 ns (625)
(37 ns steps)
Timing/
Horizontal Delay slider or arrow
controls
2:2 H Delay
8900FSS
submodule
installed.
Vertical Delay 0
0 to 524 lines (525)
0 to 624 lines (625)
(1line steps)
Timing/
Vertical Delay slider or arrow
controls
2:3 V Delay
Freeze Recognition Manual Manual or Auto Timing/
Freeze Recognition pulldown 2:4 Frz Rec
Freeze Mode Frame Field or Frame Timing/
Freeze Mode pulldown 2:6 Frz Mode
Freeze Field Field 1 Field 1 or Field 2 Timing/
Freeze Field pulldown 2:7 FrzField
Freeze Signal Last Field Last Field or Black Timing/
Freeze Signal pulldown 2:8 Frz Sig
Force Manual Freeze Off On or Off Timing/
Freeze button 2:5 Freeze
Cross Color Removal Disable Enable or Disable Video Processing/
Cross Color Removal pulldown 2:A CrossClr
Output signal
processing
Chrominance Signal Disable Enable or Disable Video Processing/
Chrominance Signal pulldown 2:A Chr Sig
Burst Signal Disable Enable or Disable Video Processing/
Burst Signal pulldown 1:B Burst
VI Processing Pass Pass or Delete Video Processing/
VI Processing pulldown 1:C VI Proc
Test Mode Disable Enable or Disable Video Processing/
Test Mode pulldown 2:D Tst Mode Replace output
signal with test
pattern
Test Signal Colorbar Colorbar or Linearity Video Processing/
Test Signal Select pulldown 2:C Tst Sel
Recall factory defaults N/A See Defaults column Recall Factory Defaults/
Factory Defaults button 1:F (down) N/A
1 The numeric displays are approximate values only. Calculation of displayed values are subject to decimal place truncation. Variation from the
absolute value increases at higher adjustment levels.
Table 4. Summary of Configuration Functions
Function
Type Default Range/Choices
Resolution
Web Page/
Function Name
Function Switch
Bank/Setting
Newton
Control
Panel
Notes/
Conditions

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Configuration
Local Onboard Module Configuration
The 8960ENC module can be configured locally using the rotary and toggle
switches shown in Figure 6. Two LEDs (CONF and 2nd) indicate status of
the configuration process. These four components perform the following:
• Function (rotary) switch addresses a desired function for configuration
and provides two sets (banks) of 16 functions (0 through 9, A through
F), although not all positions are used.
• 2nd (second function) LED when on, indicates that the rotary switch is
addressing the second (Bank 2) of functions (see Table 5 on page 20)
that control the optional 8900FSS Frame Sync Submodule.
• SW1 (paddle) switch actuates or selects the desired setting for the
selected function when the switch is held momentarily in either the up
or down position.
• CONF (configuring) LED when on, indicates the module is initializing
or processing configuration information.
Note Function switch position F (Recall) in Bank 1 can be used to return the
module configuration to the factory default.
The following onboard jumpers are used to permit or lockout remote
control and set reference input impedance.
• Remote Control Lockout – When a jumper is placed across pins 1 and 2
of jumper block JP1 (see Figure 6), module output mode settings are
adjustable from the Local on-board switches only. To have both Local
and Remote access, set the jumper across pins 2 and 3.
• Reference Input Impedance – When a jumper is placed across pins 1
and 2 of jumper block JP10 (525 line reference) or JP11 (625 line refer-
ence), Reference Input is terminated into 75 Ω(see Figure 6). To have
high impedance termination, set the jumper across pins 2 and 3 of the
appropriate jumper block.
Figure 6. Module Configuration Switches, LEDs, and Jumpers
GRASS VALLEY GROUP 8960ENC COMPOSITE ENCODER 671-4698-
GND
FUNCTION – rotary switch
SW1 – actuator toggle switch
2nd – second function LED
CONF – configuration LED
JP1 Place jumper in
Local position to
lock out remote
access.
Local
Local &
Remote
JP1
JP10 JP11
Remote Lockout
Reference Input
Impedance
75 ΩHi Z
JP11 (625)
75 ΩHi Z
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Configuration
Onboard Module Configuration
To make configuration settings:
1. Rotate the Function Switch to Bank 1 (2nd LED off) or Bank 2 (2nd LED
on) and to the desired function within that bank.
Note The Function switch should be kept in Bank 2 position E when not in use to
avoid any inadvertent change in configuration. E is an inactive position.
2. Move the paddle switch to the up or down position and hold
momentarily to set the desired function (refer to Table 5 on page 20).
3. Return the Function switch to Bank 2 position E when finished with
entire configuration process.
Adding/Deleting Setup for 525 Format
Bank 1, Position 2
Bank 1, position 2 is an overall setup on/off selection which overwrites all
other setup controls. When Setup (on) is selected for NTSC 525 format, all
lines in the full-field (FF) picture—which is composed ofAP (active picture)
and VI (vertical interval)—have 54 mV setup added. The luma chroma gain
is reduced to provide a 1 V peak-to-peak nominal level. When No Setup (off)
is selected, AP and VI have no setup, and luma chroma gain is increased to
provide a 1 V peak-to-peak nominal level.
When Setup is selected, setup can be selectively removed from lines 21, 22
or the vertical interval. When No Setup is selected, setup cannot be added to
any line.
Bank 1, Position D
Bank 1, position D controls setup ON/OFF for line 21 in both fields.
Bank 1, Position E
Bank 1, position E controls setup ON/OFF for line 22 in both fields.
Bank 2, Position F
Bank 2, position F controls setup ON/OFF VI lines only both fields.
When Factory Default is selected setup is on AP lines, no setup on VI lines, no
setup on line 21, setup on line 22.

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Table 5. Encoder Configuration Functions
Function
Switch
Paddle
Switch Up
Paddle
Switch Down Function Description
Bank 1 - 2nd LED Off
Input/Output Signal Adjustments
0 Auto Manual Standard Recognition – Automatic standard recognition or man-
ual select enable.
1 525 625
Manual Standard – Selection of 525-line or 625-line signal. The
internal automatic standard detection is disabled when Manual is
selected.
2 On Off Setup in the output video (this function is disabled if the standard
is 625). Select On for NTSC, select Off for Japanese NTSC.
3 NTSC PAL-M 525 NTSC/PALM Selection – Defines the subcarrier frequency of
the output video signal (Function is Disabled if standard is 625).
4 Increase Decrease Output Video Level – controls ± 6 dB gain adjustment of the out-
put video signal in 256 steps.
Signal Processing Adjustments
5 Enable Calibrated †User Adjustments – Enables processing amplifier functions (6-9)
or selects Calibrated presets optimized for a calibrated video out-
put.
6 Increase Decrease Luma Level 1– Can be adjusted ±10% in 256 incremental steps.
7 Increase Decrease Black Level 1 – Can be adjusted ±100 mV in 256 incremental
steps.
8 Increase Decrease Chroma Level 1 – Can be adjusted ±10% in 256 incremental
steps.
9+ –
Hue 1 – Chroma phase can be rotated from 0 to 360 degrees.
Disabled if standard is PAL.
Signal Filtering Setup
A Enable Disable Enable/Disable modulated chroma signal
B Enable Disable Enable/Disable burst reference in the output signal
C Pass Delete VI Processing Options – Select Pass for picture content pro-
cessed and passed through, or Delete to remove picture content.
D On Off Adds or removes setup for line 21 in both fields
E On Off Adds or removes setup for line 22 in both fields
F Recall Factory Default – Resets all user adjustable parameters to opti-
mized setting for a calibrated SDI input signal.