GSS PMDQ 1000 User manual

Grundig SAT SystEms
GSS
Grundig SAT Systems GmbH
Beuthener Strasse 43
D-90471 Nuremberg
Phone: +49 (0) 911 / 703 8877
Fax: +49 (0) 911 / 703 9210
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: http://www.gss.de
Assembly Instructions
Assembly Instructions
English
A
A
CLASS
CLASS
KLASSE
KLASSE
PMDQ 1000
Head-End IP Converter to QAM
MPTS to QAM

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Contents
1 Safety regulations and notes......................................................................................4
2 General information..................................................................................................5
2.1 Packing contents..........................................................................................5
2.2 Meaning of the symbols used........................................................................5
2.3 Technical data.............................................................................................5
2.4 Description .................................................................................................6
2.4.1 Input signal path “INROUTE”..............................................................6
2.4.1.1 Menu setting “1=MA 2=MB” ..............................................6
2.4.1.2 Menu setting “A+B=1 2=OFF” ............................................7
2.4.2 Output signal path “OUTROUTE” ........................................................7
2.4.2.1 Menu setting “1=>MA 2=>MB” ..........................................7
2.4.2.2 Menu setting “1=>ASI MA=OFF” ........................................8
2.4.2.3 Menu setting “2=>ASI MB=OFF”.........................................8
2.4.3 General ...........................................................................................8
2.5 Software query............................................................................................9
2.6 How the TPS module works.........................................................................10
2.7 Explanation of the term “symbol rate” ..........................................................11
3 Assembly................................................................................................................12
3.1 Installing the cassette..................................................................................12
3.2 EMC regulations........................................................................................12
3.3 Cassette overview......................................................................................13
3.4 Connecting the cassette..............................................................................14
3.5 Retrofitting a CA module ............................................................................14
4 The control panel at a glance...................................................................................15
4.1 Menu items...............................................................................................15
4.2 Control panel............................................................................................16
5 Programming..........................................................................................................16
5.1 Preparation...............................................................................................16
5.2 Programming procedure.............................................................................17
5.2.1 Channel strips “A” (without CA module) and “B” ........................................17
5.2.2 Channel strip “A” – Tuner settings .............................................................20
5.2.3 Channel strip “A” with CA module............................................................20
5.3 Programming the cassette ..........................................................................21
Selecting the cassette, displaying the software version....................................21
Setting the Ethernet parameters ...................................................................22
Setting the IP address of the cassette ............................................................22
Setting the address range ...........................................................................23
Setting the address of the gateway ..............................................................24
Setting the UDP port...................................................................................24
Selecting the input signal path.....................................................................25
Selecting the output signal path...................................................................25
Setting the ASI transfer rate.........................................................................26
Setting the ASI options ...............................................................................27

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Selecting the channel strip ..........................................................................28
Selecting channel / frequency setting...........................................................28
Setting the output channel...........................................................................29
Setting the output frequency........................................................................29
Switching the modulator off or on................................................................30
Adjusting the output levels of the channel strips .............................................30
Selecting the input transport stream..............................................................31
Switching the IP address off or on................................................................32
Selecting the transmission protocol...............................................................32
Setting the port number ..............................................................................32
Setting the IP address of the input transport stream.........................................33
Setting the station filter ...............................................................................33
Setting the QAM modulation ......................................................................37
Inverting the user signal..............................................................................37
Setting stuffing...........................................................................................38
Setting a substitute signal in the case of an incorrect input signal ....................39
Setting the transport stream / ORGNET-ID ....................................................39
Network Information Table (NIT)..................................................................40
Setting the network/operator identification ...................................................41
Deleting a PID...........................................................................................42
Renaming a PID.........................................................................................43
Saving settings ..........................................................................................43
5.3.1 Tuner settings..................................................................................44
Setting the LNB oscillator frequency...................................................44
Setting the input symbol rate.............................................................44
Setting the DVB mode ......................................................................44
Setting the input frequency ...............................................................45
Testing the signal to noise ratio .........................................................46
5.3.2 Operation with a CA module............................................................48
Setting the operating voltage for the CA module .................................48
Setting the PID monitoring ................................................................48
Configuring the CA module..............................................................49
Decoding services ...........................................................................50
6 Final procedures......................................................................................................52
7 Channel and frequency tables..................................................................................53

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1 Safety regulations and notes
• Assembly, installation and servicing should be carried out by authorised
electricians.
• Switch off the operating voltage of the system before beginning with as-
sembly or service work or pull out the mains plug.
• Do not perform installation and service work during thunderstorms.
• Install the system so it will not be able to vibrate…
- in a dust-free, dry environment
- in such a manner that it is protected from moisture, fumes, splashing
water and dampness
- somewhere protected from direct sunlight
- not within the immediate vicinity of heat sources
- in an ambient temperature of -20 °C to +50 °C.
• Ensure that the head-end station is adequately ventilated. Do not cover
the ventilation slots.
• Beware of short circuits
• No liability is accepted for any damage caused by faulty connections or
inappropriate handling.
• Observe the relevant standards, regulations and guidelines on the instal-
lation and operation of antenna systems.
• Earth the SAT receiver in accordance with DIN EN 50083-1 / 60728-11
and VDE 0855 (earthing, equipotential bonding rail).
• Test the software versions of the head-end station and the cassette and
update them if necessary. The current software versions can be found at
”www.gss.de”.
• For further information please read the assembly instructions for the
head-end station used.
Take action to prevent static discharge when working on the device.
Electronic devices should never be disposed of in the household rubbish. In
accordance with directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and
the European Council from January 27, 2003 which addresses old elec-
tronic and electrical devices, such devices must be disposed of at a desig-
nated collection facility. At the end of its service life, please take your
device to one of these public collection facilities for proper disposal.

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2 General information
2.1 Packing contents
1 Cassette PMDQ 1000
1 HF cable
1 CD (assembly instructions)
1 Brief assembly instructions
1 Measuring log
2.2 Meaning of the symbols used
Important note
—> General note
• Performing works
2.3 Technical data
The devices meet the following EU directives:
2006/95/EC, 2004/108/EC
The product fulfils the guidelines and standards for CE labelling.
HF input
Frequency range: 925 … 2150 MHz
Level range: 60 dBµV … 80 dBµV
Return loss: > 8 dB
DVB-S modes: DVB-S 1/2 , 2/3 , 3/4 , 5/6 , 7/8
DVB-S2 modes: QPSK 1/2 , 3/5 , 2/3 , 3/4 , 4/5 , 5/6 , 8/9 , 9/10
8PSK
3/5 , 2/3 , 3/4 , 5/6 , 8/9 , 9/10
Symbol rate DVB-S: QPSK: 2 … 45 MSymb/s
Symbol rate DVB-S2: QPSK: 10 … 30 MSymb/s
8PSK: 10 … 31 MSymb/s
HF output
Channels: S21 … C69
Frequency range: 42.0 MHz … 860.0 MHz
Output level: max. 96 dBµV
Output impedance: 75 Ω
LAN interface
Standard: 100-BASE-T

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Data rate: ≤80 MBit
Protocols: UDP (User Data Protocol),
RTP (Real-Time Transport Protocol)
ASI interfaces
Standard: DIN EN 50083-9
Format: MPEG ISO IEC 13818-1
User data rate: 2 … 90 Mbit/s
Level (input / output): 800 mVPP ± 10%
Return loss (input): > 17 dB (5 … 270 MHz)
Connections
SAT inputs: 2 F sockets
HF output: 1 IEC socket
ASI input: 1 BNC socket, 75 Ω
ASI output: 1 BNC socket, 75 Ω
Connection strip (10-pin): supply voltages and control circuits
RS 232 socket: serial interface for software update
Conditional access: 1 (several services can be decoded)
2.4 Description
The cassette is a ”MPTS / QAM” -converter, which converts services (stations)
modulated according to DVB-S / DVB-S2 standard and the transport stream fed
via the LAN interface into one or two QAM-modulated cable signals dependent
on the input and output signal paths. The cassette has one SAT IF input and one
HF output. Additionally it is equipped with a LAN interface and an ASI output
(ASI – Asynchronous Serial Interface acc. DIN EN 50083-9).
The transport stream fed via the LAN socket can be inserted into the transport
stream of the receiving stage via the TPS module. T he signal path is set in the menu
items input signal path “INROUTE” and output signal path ”OUTROUTE” .
2.4.1 Input signal path “INROUTE”
2.4.1.1 Menu setting “1=MA 2=MB”
The transport streams of the receiving stage channel strip “A” and of the LAN
input channel strip “A” generate optionally the transport stream 1. The transport
stream of the LAN input channel strip “B” generate the transport stream 2.

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2.4.1.2 Menu setting “A+B=1 2=OFF”
The transport streams of the receiving stage channel strip “A” and optionally
of the LAN input channel strip “A” generate in conjunction with the transport
stream of the LAN input channel strip ”B” the transport stream 1. The transport
stream 2 is switched off.
2.4.2 Output signal path “OUTROUTE”
2.4.2.1 Menu setting “1=>MA 2=>MB”
Transport stream 1 is made available via modulator “A”, transport stream 2 via
modulator “B”.
TPS
Channel strip "B"
LAN
interface
SAT IF
input ”A“
LAN
interface
Receiving stage
Channel strip "A"
Channel strip "A"
CA module
Transport stream 1
Transport stream 2
TPS
LAN
interface
SAT IF
input ”A“
LAN
interface
Receiving stage
Channel strip "A"
Channel strip "A"
CA module
Transport stream 1
Transport stream 2
Channel strip "B"
Combiner
Modulator
"A"
Modulator
"B"
Transport stream 1
Transport stream 2
HF output

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2.4.2.2 Menu setting “1=>ASI MA=OFF”
Transport stream 1 is made available via the ASI output, transport stream 2 via
modulator “B”. The signal path via modulator “A” (MA) is switched off.
2.4.2.3 Menu setting “2=>ASI MB=OFF”
Transport stream 1 is made available via modulator “A”, transport stream 2 via
the ASI output. The signal path via modulator “B” (MB) is switched off.
2.4.3 General
The cassette is equipped with two channel strips (“A” and “B”). The “A” channel
strip has a digital SAT tuner and can process both the transport stream fed in via
the LAN interface and the transport stream from the SAT tuner.
Using an appro-
priate CA module, encoded services coming from the SAT tuner can be decoded
in channel strip “A”. The “B” channel strip only processes the transport stream
fed in via the LAN interface. The transport streams are directed to the ASI output
or the output converter depending on the set output signal route “OUTROUTE”
via the digital signal processing levels. The HF output signals are sent through
the HF output on the cassette to the output collector. The common output level
of the channel strips can be set in the output collector on the head-end station.
An LED in channel strip “A” provides an indication of the signal quality for the
SAT IF input signal and shows whether the modulator of the channel strip is ac-
Modulator
"B"
Modulator
"A"
Combiner
Transport stream 2
ASI output
HF output
Transport stream 1
Modulator
"B"
Modulator
"A"
Combiner
Transport stream 1 HF output
ASI output
Transport stream 2

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tivated (LED lights up) or deactivated. The quality of the transport stream being
received is also shown in the display (“CN…”).
The integrated TPS module (Transport Stream Processing) processes the data
from the transport streams.
The channel strips are indicated in the head-end station display with “Bx …A”
and “Bx …B”. The control of the cassette takes place via the control unit of the
head-end station.
When the head-end station is switched on, the two-line LC display shows the
software version of the control unit.
To operate this cassette the software version of the control unit must be “V 40”
or higher. You can find the current operating software for the control unit and
the cassette, the software “BE-Flash” and the current assembly instructions on
the website “www.gss.de”.
The cassette is designed for use in the following head-end stations:
– PSU 12
– PSU 8
– PGT 8
2.5 Software query
Control unit
If necessary, you can activate the indication of the software version of the con-
trol unit manually:
• Press any two keys on the control unit of the head-end station simultaneously
until the display goes dark and the software version, e.g. “V 40” appears.
Cassette
After activating the cassette the software version of the cassette is displayed
(s. page 21).

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2.6 How the TPS module works
After decoding QPSK- or 8PSK-modulated signals, the demodulated data stream
can be accessed via the integrated TPS module. This data stream, also called
transport stream, contains several stations in all their components (video, audio,
data and service information), which can be changed using the TPS module.
The individual functions
Station filter
Individual stations can be deleted. This reduces the data rate and, consequently,
the output symbol rate required. Additionally stations of the different transport
streams can be assembled to a new transport stream.
Stuffing
The transport stream is padded using what is known as zero data. This ensures
a steady and constant output symbol rate.
Changing the NIT
The transport stream contains data in the form of tables which the receivers eval-
uate and require for convenient use. The TPS module can adjust the “Network
Information Table” (NIT) to accommodate the new station data. The “NIT” con-
tains data which is required by the set-top box for the automatic search feature.
Changing the operator ID (CAT)
Some network operators transmit an operator ID in the data stream (e.g. visAvi-
sion). By changing the CAT the operator ID can be adjusted to the demands.

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2.7 Explanation of the term “symbol rate”
Modulation schemes such as QPSK and QAM transmit multiple bits simultane-
ously. These are referred to as symbols. In addition to the user data flow which
transmits video and audio information, error correction bits are transferred. The
FEC number states the ratio of user bits to the complete transmitted bits. The
output symbol rate is calculated as follows:
256-QAM: SR (A) = FEC x 1/4x SR (E)
128-QAM: SR (A) = FEC x 2/7x SR (E)
64-QAM: SR (A) = FEC x 1/3x SR (E)
32-QAM: SR (A) = FEC x 2/5x SR (E)
16-QAM: SR (A) = FEC x 1/2x SR (E)
4-QAM: SR (A) = FEC x 1/1x SR (E)
Example:
Output symbol rate 64-QAM, FEC= 3/4,
Input symbol rate SR (E) = 27,500 kSymb/s
SR (A) = 3/4x 1/3x 27,500 kSymb/s
SR (A) = 6,875 kSymb/s
Note:
If no “FEC” is stated in the station lists, it can be assumed to be
“FEC =
3/4
”.
Reception from a transponder with a very low symbol rate
(SCPC station)
The extremely low data rate means that the output symbol rate is very low. If
there are reception problems with different digital receivers, set output symbol
rate to a higher value.
Defined symbol rates
Some cable operators specify a fixed symbol rate (e.g. 6,900 kSymb/s).

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3 Assembly
3.1 Installing the cassette
– Ensure the head-end station is mounted so it will not be able to vibrate.
Avoid, for example, mounting the head-end station onto a lift shaft or any
other wall or floor construction that vibrates in a similar way.
– Before installing or changing a cassette unplug the power cable from the
mains power socket.
• Remove the fastening screws 1of an unoccupied slot from the bracket of the
head-end station.
• Insert the cassette in this slot and push it into the housing.
• Align the cassette and apply slight pressure to connect it to the connections of
the board and the HF bus bar.
• Fasten the cassette with the screws 1.
3.2 EMC regulations
To comply with the current EMC regulations, it is necessary to connect the
lines leading in and out of the head-end station using cable terminals.
When mounting the cassette in a head-end station which is installed in a
19” cabinet, make sure the connections leading in and out for the 19” cabi-
net are made using cable terminals.
The attenuation of shielding of the connection lines must meet the require-
ments for “Class A”.
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• Insert the required number of cable terminals in the openings provided in the
head-end station or in the 19 " cabinet.
—> Cable terminals are not included in the scope of delivery.
Tighten the nut on the cable terminal until the teeth on the lock washer have
penetrated the exterior coating and a good connection is made between the
housing and cable terminal.
3.3 Cassette overview
1Not used
2Not used
3Status LED of channel strip “ A ”
4SAT IF input of channel strip “ A ”
5Status LED of the LAN interface (yellow LED – data transfer)
6 LAN socket
7Status LED of the LAN interface (green LED – network connection)
8Not used
9ASI output
0Type label
!Slot for a CA module
@D-SUB socket “RS 232“
The operating software of the cassette can be updated via the 9-pin D-SUB
socket “RS 232” using a PC or notebook and the software “BE-Flash”.
You can find the current operating software on the website “www.gss.de”.
#MAC address
5678 9 ! @2143 #0

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3.4 Connecting the cassette
• Connect the SAT IF input cable to the SAT IF input 4
(channel strip “ A ”) /
(fig. chap. 3.3).
• Connect the LAN socket 6 .
• Connect the ASI output 9 to the peripheral ASI device.
3.5 Retrofitting a CA module
The cassette is equipped with a common interface. It allows you to connect
a CA module for various encryption systems and service providers. Encoded
services (channels) can only be decoded with a CA module suitable for the
encoding system and the corresponding smart card. The smart card contains all
the information for authorisation, decoding and subscription.
– Check with the distributor or manufacturer of the CA module to be
used to ensure that it is suitable for decoding several services.
– The hardware and software of this cassette have been thoroughly pre-
pared and tested.
Any changes made by service providers in the data structures might im-
pair or even prevent this function.
– When working with the CA module, please read the corresponding op-
erating manual from the respective provider.
• Insert the smart card 1 into the CA module 2 so that the chip 3 on the
smart card faces the thicker side (top) of the CA module.
• Insert the CA module into the guide rails of the CA slot 4with the top side
of the CA module facing the top side of the cassette.
• Push the CA module without canting into the guide rails of the CA slot 4and
contact it to the common interface.
3
4
1
2

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4 The control panel at a glance
4.1 Menu items
Program the cassette using the buttons on the control unit of the head-end station.
The two-line display of the control unit then shows the menus.
The parameters and functions to be set are underlined.
Use the key to select the following main menu items:
– Setting Ethernet parameters
– Input signal path
– Output signal path
– Channel strip
– Selecting channel / frequency setting
– Output channel / output frequency
– Output level
– Selecting the input
– IP parameters
– IP address of the input transport stream
– LNB oscillator frequency
– Input symbol rate
– Input frequency
– Station filter
– CA module (if available)
– QAM modulation
– Stuffing
– Substitute signal
– Transport stream / ORGNET-ID
– Network Information Table (NIT)
– Network/operator identification
– Deleting a PID
– Renaming a PID
BE–Remote
PROFESSIONAL
V 40

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4.2 Control panel
The key pad on the head-end station is used to scroll through the menus and
menu items one at a time:
scrolls forward through the menus.
▶
◀/
select parameters in the menus.
set values, initiate actions.
selects sub-menus.
AUDIO
scrolls backward through the menus.
Msaves all entries.
5 Programming
5.1 Preparation
• Test the software versions of the head-end station and the cassette and update
them if necessary. The current software versions can be found on the website
”www.gss.de”.
• Connect the test receiver to the HF output or the test output of the head-end
station.
• Set the output channel / output frequency of the
cassette (page 28) and adjust
the TV test receiver to this channel / this frequency.
• Switch on the channel strip ”A” (modulator) if necessary (page 30). For the
channel strip, there is a status LED which glows if the channel strip is switched
on.
• Balance the output levels of the channel strips “A” and “B” if the difference in
level is ≥1 dB (page 30).
Status LED
Channel strip "A"

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5.2 Programming procedure
5.2.1 Channel strips “A” (without CA module) and “B”
Ein / On
BE–Remote
PROFESSIONAL
V 40
Box 4
V 9
LAN-DVBC
– – –
Box
1
………
………
………
Box 5
………
………
………
+
t > 10 s
Bx 4
A=1
INROUTE
B=2 A=1 B=2 /
A+B=1 2=OFF
1=>MA 2=>MB
1=>ASI MA=>OFF
2=>ASI MB=>OFF
Bx 4
1=>MA
OUTROUTE
2=>MB
Bx 4
108000 KBits
ASI RATE Å
Ï/
Bx 4
stat =>
ETHERNET
Options
stat / DHCP
A
Bx 4
192.168. 0. 1
IP-GATEWAY
Bx 4
255.255.255. 0
IP-MASK Å
Ï/
Bx 4
192.168. 0.128
IP-ADDR Å
Ï/
Å
Ï/
Bx 4
60000
UDP-PORT Å
Ï/
Å
0 … 65535
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Bx 4A
Channel
OUTPUT
Channel / Freq.
Bx 4A
S21
OUTPUT
on
on / off
S21 … C69
Å
Ï/
Å
Ï/
Bx 4A
0 dB
LEVEL
0 … -10 dB
Bx 4
Line A <=
LINE
=> Line B Line A / Line B
B
2=>ASI MB=>OFF
188 / 204
positive / negativ
continuous / burst
Bx 4
188 pos. cont.
ASI OPTION Å
Ï/
Bx 4A
Lan
INPUT Tuner
Line B
Bx 4A
227. 40. 50. 60
IN-IP Å
Ï/
Bx 4A
on UDP
MODE/PORT
1234
Å
Ï/on / off
UDP / RTP,
0 … 65535
Bx 4A
Filter
PROGRAM
off
01/07Bx 4A TV +
Das Erste
Services entfernen / hinzufügen
Removing / activating services
nächster Service (Programm)
next service (station)
Å
Ï/
Lan /
Tuner
Lan
E
F
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Bx 4A
Filter
PROGRAM
on on / off
C
D
Kanalzug ”A” mit CA-Modul
Channel strip ”A” with CA module
ohne CA-Modul
without CA module
Kanalzug ”B”
Channel strip ”B”
A
M
B
Bx 4A
SR=6900 (6325)
STUFFING
Bx 4A
Null Packets
FAILURE
Bx 4A
64-QAM
QAM
normal
Å
Ï/
Å
Ï/
4 … 256 normal / inverse
Null Packets … Single Carrier
Bx 4A
off
NIT
=> Make Å
on / off Make
Bx 4A
PID 0x0000
DROP
off
Bx 4A
0xDE00
CAT-ID
off
Å
Ï/
Bx 4A
0x0000 –> 0000
REMAP
off
Å
Ï/
on / off
Å
Ï/
on / off
Å
Ï/
Å
Ï/
on / off
Å
Ï/
Å
Ï/Bx 4A
0x0001,0100
TS/ONID
off
Å
Ï/
off / on
Å
Å
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5.2.2 Channel strip “A” – Tuner settings
5.2.3 Channel strip “A” with CA module
Bx 4A
27500
SYMBOL
DVB-S
Bx 4A
11836 -1.8
FREQ
CN 12
Å
Ï/
Bx 4A
10600 MHz
LNB
Anzeige: Signalqualität
Display: Signal quality
Å
Ï/
10600 / 9750
Å
Ï/
DVB-S / QPSK… /
8PSK… / DTV…
27500 / 22000
Å
Ï/
E
F
Bx 4A
12.0 dB
C/N
(+ 9.6) OK
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Bx 4A
Menu <=
CA
=> Edit
*) Die angezeigte Information ist
abhängig vom verwendeten
CA-Modul.
The information displayed is
dependent on the CA module
used.
Bx 4A 01/03
Information *)
MENU Bx 4A TV X
. . . .
04/09
S
X – entschlüsselt
decrypted
0 – verschlüsselt
encrypted
X / 0
nächster Service
next service
Bx 4A
PID Check
CA
on
Å
Ï
on / off
M
Å
Ï/
D
Bx 4A
Menu <=
CA
=> Edit
Bx 4A
Supply
CA
5.0 V 3.3 V / 5.0 V
C
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