JLCooper Electronics Gangway16 User manual

9Pin Gang Roll Router
User Manual

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Gangway and Gangway16 are trademarks of JLCooper Electronics. All other
brand names are the property of their respective owners.
Gangway16 User Manual, First Edition (July 7, 2006)
Part Number 932461
2006 JLCooper Electronics, 142 Arena Street, El Segundo, CA 90245 USA
[phone] ¬[phone] www.jlcooper.com

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Table of Contents
Introduction................................................................................... 4
Installation..................................................................................... 5
Unpacking................................................................................... 5
Setup............................................................................................ 5
Connecting the Gangway16........................................................ 6
Using the Gangway16 ................................................................... 6
Using the Gangway16 ................................................................... 7
Technical Reference...................................................................... 9
Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 11
Care and Service....................................................................... 11

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Introduction
The Gangway16 is a 16-port “gang roll” router for RS-422 decks.
This allows you to control up to 16 decks or video servers from
one 9-pin controller.
The unit has 22 illuminated pushbutton switches to configure and
show the port routing.
Connections include two 9-pin D-Sub connectors for controllers (1
on the rear panel, 1 on the front panel) and 16 9-pin D-Sub
connectors for devices such as VTR decks, video servers and
switchers.
The unit can be powered from the supplied power adaptor or
powered from 9-12 volts DC.

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Installation
Unpacking
When you receive your Gangway16, you should receive the
following items:
• Gangway16
• This Users Manual
• 9 volt DC power supply
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This will allow us to notify you of important updates and changes.
Setup
The Gangway16’s compact 1U rack mount design makes it easy to
locate wherever you need it. The Gangway16 must be setup up in
a location that does not experience vibration, excessive humidity,
dust or temperature extremes. The Gangway16 can be mounted in
any orientation.

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Connecting the Gangway16
Connecting the Gangway16 is quite straightforward. The
Gangway16 typically connects between one or two controller(s)
and up to 16 slave devices as shown in the following diagram.
Connect your deck controller into the Controller port on the rear
panel. Alternately, your deck controller can be plugged into the
Controller port on the front panel if it is more convenient. In this
case, make sure the front panel Enable button is illuminated.
Connect your slave devices to the numbered ports on the rear
panel. You can connect up to 16 slave devices to the Gangway16.

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Using the Gangway16
The Gangway16 has 22 illuminated switches on the front panel to
set and indicate the routing configuration of the Gangway16.
1 - 16
These numbered switches allow the user to enable a slave device
connected to the corresponding numbered port on the rear panel.
This allows commands from the controller port to be routed to the
selected numbered port(s).
All
The All switch toggles between setting all numbered ports on or
off. The All switch lights up when the All switch has been pressed
to select all the slave devices. The All switch will extinguish when
the All switch has been pressed again to deselect all the slave
devices or one of the numbered switches has been pressed.
Tally Select
The Tally Select switch allows you to route Tally messages (device
status and responses) back to the controller. Pressing this button
allows you to use the numbered buttons to select the slave device
that returns tally messages back to the controller. Only one slave
device at a time can return tally back to the controller.
Group Select
The Group Select switches allow you to save and recall prestored
configurations in nonvolatile memory. These settings are retained
after the power has been switched off to the unit.
To save the state current front panel configuration, press and hold
the desired Group Select (1, 2 or 3). The numbered switches will
briefly blink to indicate that the routing configuration has been
stored.
To recall a configuration, merely press one of the Group Select (1,
2 or 3) buttons. The front panel will instantly update with the

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selected configuration and illuminate the selected Group Select
button.
Notes:
The Group Select buttons are disabled when the Tally Select is lit.
The state of the Front Panel Enable LED is not stored.
The All button is turned off.
Enable
The Enable button selects the front panel controller port. If the
Enable button is illuminated, the Gangway16 uses the front panel
controller port. If the Enable button is extinguished, the
Gangway16 uses the rear panel controller port.

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Technical Reference
Serial Port Interface
The pinout of the serial ports is listed in the table below.
Pin Slave Devices Controller
1 Ground Ground
2 Receive A Transmit A
3 Transmit B Receive B
4 Ground Ground
5 Not connected Not connected
6 Ground Ground
7 Receive B Transmit B
8 Transmit A Receive A
9 Ground Ground
RS-422 Pinout
GPI Input
The Gangway16 has 16 General Purpose Interface inputs and 16
General Purpose Interface outputs.
The inputs can be used to sense external signals such as tallies and
alarms. These pins are a CMOS input. The input signal must be
limited to between 0 and 5 volts referenced to ground. This input
is pulled up to +5 volts with an internal pullup resistor. This
makes it compatible with dry relay contacts, optoisolators and open
collector outputs.
The outputs can be used to trigger external devices such as
indicators and alarms. These pins are a CMOS outputs. The
outputs must be limited to between 0 and 5 volts referenced to
ground.
The pinout of the GPI ports is listed in the table on the following
page.

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Pin GPI 1-8 GPI 9-16
1 Input 4 Input 12
2 Input 3 Input 11
3 Input 2 Input 10
4 Input 1 Input 9
5 Ground Ground
6 Ground Ground
7 + 5 Volts + 5 Volts
8 Ground Ground
9 Ground Ground
10 Output 8 Output 16
11 Output 5 Output 13
12 Output 3 Output 11
13 Output 1 Output 9
14 Input 5 Input 13
15 Input 6 Input 14
16 Input 7 Input 15
17 Input 8 Input 16
18 Ground Ground
19 Ground Ground
20 Ground Ground
21 Ground Ground
22 Output 7 Output 15
23 Output 6 Output 14
24 Output 4 Output 12
25 Output 2 Output 10
GPI Pinout
Power
The Gangway16 requires a 9-12 volt DC power supply capable of
delivering at the minimum, 0.5 amps. The unit comes with a
power supply (JLCooper part number PSDC117). If you need a
power supply specific to your location, please contact your local
distributor or JLCooper Electronics.
Warning: Using a power supply other than, the unit specified could
result in damage to the Gangway16 and/or other equipment, which is
not covered by the JLCooper Factory Warranty.

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Troubleshooting
If for some reason the Gangway16 does not give you the expected
results, take a moment to do some investigating. The most
important concept is that you have your Gangway16 connected
properly as outlined in Installation and Use. Take a moment to
double check your setup.
A common problem is forgetting to turn the power switch on or
turning the unit on after the software application has launched.
In addition, the JLCooper website (www.jlcooper.com) will
contain current information on drivers, applications and
troubleshooting.
Below are listed some possible issues and solutions.
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If all else fails, you can contact the JLCooper Service Department
at: [email protected].
Care and Service
If properly cared for, your Gangway16 should provide years of
troublefree performance. While the Gangway16 is built in a rugged
enclosure, please avoid dropping the Gangway16.
Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not allow liquids, dust or other
foreign matter to get inside the unit.
There are no user-serviceable parts in the Gangway16. Please refer
to the JLCooper Electronics Limited Factory Warranty on the
following page for detailed warranty and service information.

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JLCooper Electronics Limited Factory Warranty
JLCooper Electronics ("JLCooper") warrants this product to be free of defects in
materials or workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. This
warranty is non-transferable and the benefits apply only to the original owner. Proof of
purchase in the form of an itemized sales receipt is required for warranty coverage. To
receive service under this warranty, customers in the United States should contact the
JLCooper factory at [phone] and talk to a service technician. If necessary, a
Return Authorization number may be issued. For our customers outside the United States,
it is recommended that you first contact your Dealer or Distributor, since they may offer
their own service or support policy. If local support is not obtainable, please send a FAX
to JLCooper's Service Department at [phone] with a detailed description of the
service required. Upon issuance of return authorization, the product should be packed in
the original shipping materials and shipped prepaid and insured to: Service Department,
JLCooper Electronics, 142 Arena Street, El Segundo, CA 90245. Please include the
following: copy of the sales receipt, your name and address (no P.O. Boxes, please), a
brief description of the problem, and any other related items discussed with the service
department and considered necessary to evaluate the product or effect a repair. The return
authorization number must be clearly written on the outside of the package. JLCooper
will at its option, without charge for parts or labor, either repair or replace the defective
part(s) or unit. Shipping costs are not covered by this warranty. JLCooper's normal repair
turn around time at the factory is approximately 15 business days from receipt of product
to shipping. Your actual turn around time will include return shipping. Actual turn around
time will vary depending upon many factors including the repeatability of the customer's
reported complaint, the availability of parts required for repair, the availability of related
products needed to evaluate the product if necessary. Priority services are available at
additional cost. These should be discussed with the service technician at the time the
return authorization is issued. This warranty provides only the benefits specified and does
not cover defects or repairs needed as result of acts beyond the control of JLCooper
including but not limited to: abuse, damage by accident/negligence, damage from using
incorrect power supply, modification, alteration, improper use, unauthorized servicing,
tampering, or failure to operate in accordance with the procedures outlined in the owner's
manual; nor for natural or man-made events such as, but not limited to flooding,
lightning, tornadoes, earthquake, fire, civil unrest, war, terrorism, etc.
THE DURATION OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER IMPLIED OR
EXPRESS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS
WARRANTY HEREIN. JLCOOPER HEREBY EXCLUDES INCIDENTAL AND
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: LOSS OF
TIME, INCONVENIENCE, DELAY IN PERFORMANCE OF THIS WARRANTY, THE
LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR COMMERCIAL LOSS, AND FOR BREACH
OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANT-
ABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. JLCOOPER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR DAMAGES OR LOSS RESULTING FROM THE NEGLIGENT OR
INTENTIONAL ACTS OF THE SHIPPER OR HIS CONTRACT AFFILIATES. THE
CUSTOMER SHOULD CONTACT THE SHIPPER FOR PROPER CLAIMS
PROCEDURES IN THE EVENT OF DAMAGE OR LOSS RESULTING FROM
SHIPMENT. THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE GOVERENED BY THE LAWS OF THE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA.