LG Centric PCS150R Pro User manual

© Copyright 2013 LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
PCS150R Pro:Centric
®
Server
Installation & Setup Guide
Warranty
P/N: 206-4157 (Rev B)

2206-4157
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
L’appareil ne doit pas être exposé à des égouttements d’eau ou des éclaboussures et de plus
qu’aucun objet rempli de liquide tel que des vases ne doit être placé sur l’appareil.
REGULATORY INFORMATION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial envi-
ronment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user should be required to correct the interference at
his own expense.
CAUTION:
Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from LG
Electronics U.S.A., Inc. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate
this product.
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WARNING
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1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufac-
turer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources,
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A polar-
ized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding-type plug has
two blades and a third grounding prong.
The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point
where it exits from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination in
order to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Refer all servicing to qualied service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
14. Power Sources
This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your INSTALLATION, consult your
product dealer or local power company.
15. Overloading
Do not overload wall power outlets and
extension cords as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.
16. Disconnect Device
The AC mains plug is used as the disconnect
device. The disconnect device must remain
readily operable.
17. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this
product through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short-out parts
that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
18. Outdoor Use
Warning: To prevent fire or shock
hazards, do not expose this product
to rain or moisture.
19. Wet Location
Do not use this product near water or mois-
ture or in an area, such as a basement, that
might become flooded. The apparatus shall
not be exposed to dripping or splashing and
no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
20. Test Equipment
In some cases, LG has supplied or recom-
mended the use of test equipment and
devices for the setup and testing of the equip-
ment. The operation and maintenance of test
equipment is described in their associated
instruction manuals. Please refer to these
manuals for explicit instructions regarding the
safe use and handling of the equipment.
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21. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall power out-
let and refer servicing to qualied service
personnel under the following conditions:
a. If the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have
fallen into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or
water.
d. If the product does not operate normally
by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions, as an
improper adjustment of other controls may
result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualied technician to
restore the product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance.
22. Servicing
Caution: These servicing instruc-
tions are for use by qualied service
personnel only. To reduce the risk
of electrical shock, do not perform any
servicing other than that described in the
operating instructions unless you are
qualied to do so.
23. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician uses replacement
parts specied by the manufacturer or that
have the same characteristics as the original
parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result
in re, electric shock, or other hazards.
24. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to
this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the
product is in proper operating condition.
PCS150R Rack Installation (also see page 10)
To install the PCS150R in a rack:
• Carefully slide the PCS150R into a standard
19-inch equipment rack.
• When mounting in the rack, make sure to use
the appropriate hardware. ALL FOUR MOUNT-
ING SCREWS MUST BE USED.
• This equipment is not designed to support
other devices. Do NOT stack other equipment
on the top of the PCS150R.
• Rear cabling must be dressed and supported
so that the weight of the cabling is not a strain
on the PCS150R connectors.
• MOUNTING OF THE EQUIPMENT IN THE
RACK SHOULD BE SUCH THAT A HAZARD-
OUS CONDITION IS NOT ACHIEVED DUE TO
UNEVEN MECHANICAL LOADING.
Rack-mount Considerations
A. Elevated Operating Ambient
If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack
assembly, the operating ambient tempera-
ture of the rack environment may be greater
than room ambient. Therefore, consideration
should be given to installing the equipment in
an environment compatible with the maximum
ambient temperature (Tma) specified by the
manufacturer (see Specifications information
in this document).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Caution: Refer all servicing to qualied
service personnel.
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B. Reduced Air Flow
Installation of the equipment in a rack should
be such that the amount of air flow required
for safe operation of the equipment is not
compromised. To ventilate the system nor-
mally and avoid overheating, leave at least
1 inch (2.5 cm) on each side (including top
and bottom) of the PCS150R. Do NOT stack
other equipment on the top of the PCS150R.
Also, ensure the unit’s AC power adapter
is never stacked or bundled with other AC
power adapters. Each adapter should have
adequate ventilation and should be isolated
from other heat sources.
C. Circuit Overloading
Consideration should be given to the con-
nection of the equipment to the supply circuit
and the effect that overloading of the circuits
might have on overcurrent protection and
supply wiring.
D. Reliable Earthing
Maintain reliable earthing of rack-mounted
equipment. Particular attention should be
given to supply connections other than direct
connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of
power strips).
E. Mains Outlet Earthing
The apparatus with Class I construction must
be connected to a mains socket outlet with a
protective earthing connection.
PCS150R Installation on a Flat Surface
To install the PCS150R on a level surface (table
top, shelf, etc.):
• Install the equipment in an environment
compatible with the maximum operating
ambient temperature (Tma) specied by the
manufacturer (see Specications information
in this document).
• Place spacers or rubber feet (not provided) on
the bottom of the PCS150R.
• Carefully place the PCS150R on the level
surface.
• To ventilate the system normally and avoid
overheating, leave at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) on
each side (including top and bottom) of the
PCS150R. Do NOT stack other equipment on
the top of the PCS150R.
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Safety Warnings ....................... 2
Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . 3 – 5
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
PCS150R Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Setup Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Rear and Front Panel Overviews . . . . . . . . . . 9
Rack Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Typical Rack Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Rack-mount Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
System Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 – 17
Typical Setup Flow Chart for PCS150R
with ASI Output .......................11
Typical Setup Flow Chart for PCS150R
with RF Output ........................12
Typical Setup Flow Chart for PCS150R
with IP Output ........................13
VPN Network Connections Overview . . . . 13
Typical System Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Network and Communication Setup . . . . . . . 18
PCS150R Configuration Options. . . . . . . 19 – 29
Log In to the PCS150R and Access
the Main Menu ...................... 19
View System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Configure Video Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Configure Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Set the Time Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Set the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Change the Login Password . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Update the PCS150R Operating System
via Ethernet ........................ 28
Update the PCS150R Operating System
via Serial Link ....................... 28
Update the VPN Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Reset the PCS150R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Exit the Current Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 – 31
PCS150R Setup ..................... 30
PCS150R Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Specifications ........................ 32
Document Revision History / Notes . . . . . . . 33
Open Source Software Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
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PCS150R Product Description
The LG PCS150R Pro:Centric
® server is a stand-alone, remotely-controlled processor and
controller for the Pro:Centric system. The server can be used to capture data from an Internet
source, assemble the data as display pages, and output the pages in DTV format over an ASI or
RF interface or an IP stream.
Features
• Three output options: ASI, RF, or IP
• Remote management capability over Ethernet
• Small, lightweight chassis
• 19-inch rack-mountable
• 1U height prole to minimize rack space usage
An Internet browser-based Admin Client graphical user interface (GUI), provided for system
integrator (SI) partners and lodging/institution administrators, facilitates support and maintenance
of the Pro:Centric system. The Admin Client enables users to remotely manage system backups,
output conguration, software updates, portal/information section content, TV conguration
settings, etc.
Note: Design and specifications subject to change without prior notice.

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Setup Information
Check the following items before you begin the PCS150R installation and setup procedures.
ASI Output (Optional)
__ If the system is using ASI ouput, install the modulator and upconverter that will receive the
ASI output signal from the PCS150R. Refer to the manufacturer’s documentation.
PCS150R
__ Unpack the PCS150R Pro:Centric server unit and all accessories.
PCS150R Accessories: • AC Power Cord and Adapter
__ Select the location for mounting the PCS150R. Ensure that adequate ventilation is
available .
__ Obtain the necessary attachment hardware to mount the PCS150R chassis in its targeted
location.
__ Plan and install the necessary cabling and network (Ethernet) and AC power access for
the PCS150R.
You also will need the following to connect a PC directly to the PCS150R for system setup
verification purposes:
• DB9 Male-to-DB9 Female RS-232 straight-through serial cable (Example: Cables Unlimited
PCM-2100-06 serial cable).
• (Optional) USB 2.0-to-serial DB9 adapter (Example: Cables Unlimited USB-2920 adapter).
If there is no serial port on the PC, use the adapter to connect the serial cable to the PC.

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Rear and Front Panel Overviews
RF-OUT
ASI-OUT
AC Power
Cord & Adapter
RF OUT
ASI OUT
NETWORK
(Ethernet) Ports
RS-232 Port
USB Ports
ETHERNET-1 / ETHERNET-0
POWER-IN
12V DC
RS-232
.....
....
FIRMWARE VER:
R 4.6
MAC ADDRESS:
<Eth0>
xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx
<Eth1>
xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx
MODEL: PCS150R DATE: xx/xx/xx
I IIIII IIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
*201-12150025*
USB
Disconnect Device
The AC mains plug is used as the
disconnect device. The disconnect
device must remain readily operable.
STATUS LED
STATUS
PCS150R Rear View
PCS150R Front View
Ventilation Holes
Air flow must not be obstructed. To ventilate
the system normally and avoid overheating,
leave at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) on each side
(including top and bottom) of the PCS150R.
Do NOT stack other equipment on the top of
the PCS150R.

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Rack Installation
Typical Rack Installation
1. Carefully slide the chassis into a standard 19-inch equipment rack.
2. Use all four mounting screws to secure the chassis to the rack.
STATUS LED
STATUS
Rack-mount Considerations
A. Elevated Operating Ambient
If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack
environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to
installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature
(Tma) specified by the manufacturer (see Specifications information in this document).
B. Reduced Air Flow
Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required for
safe operation of the equipment is not compromised. To ventilate the system normally and
avoid overheating, leave at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) on each side (including top and bottom) of the
PCS150R. Do NOT stack other equipment on the top of the PCS150R unit. Also, ensure that
the unit’s AC power adapter is never stacked or bundled with other AC power adapters. Each
adapter should have adequate ventilation and should be isolated from other heat sources.
C. Circuit Overloading
Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the
effect that overloading of the circuits might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring.
D. Reliable Earthing
Maintain reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment. Particular attention should be given to
supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips).
E. Mains Outlet Earthing
The apparatus with Class I construction must be connected to a mains socket outlet with a
protective earthing connection.

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System Setup
Laptop
PC
RS-232 Port
Connection
Network
RF
Cable
Room
Receiver
Room
Receiver
Room
Receiver
RF
Coaxial
Cable
IF Out
QAM
Modulator
ASI In IF In
RF Out
DTV
Upconverter
ASI
Coaxial
Cable
PCS150R
eth1
eth0
RF Out
RS-232
ASI Out
RF
Distribution
System
Combiner
Refer to the following diagrams, and complete the system installation as described on pages
14 to 17.
Caution: Do NOT make system connections until instructed to do so during the
system installation procedure. In some instances, configuration steps must be
performed before physical connections are made.
Typical Setup Flow Chart for PCS150R with ASI Output

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Typical Setup Flow Chart for PCS150R with RF Output
System Setup (Cont.)
Laptop
PC
RS-232 Port
Connection
Network
RF
Cable
Room
Receiver
Room
Receiver
Room
Receiver
PCS150R
eth1
eth0
RF Out
RS-232
ASI Out
RF
Distribution
System
Combiner

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System Setup (Cont.)
Typical Setup Flow Chart for PCS150R with IP Output
IP
Distribution
Network
Room
Receiver
Room
Receiver
Room
Receiver
CAT5E
Cable
Laptop
PC
RS-232 Port
Connection
Network
PCS150R
eth1
eth0
RF Out
RS-232
ASI Out
Pro:Centric
VPN Server
Internet/
VPN
VPN Client
VPN Client
PCS150R
Laptop
PC
VPN Network Connections Overview

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Typical System Installation
(see also Typical Setup Flow Charts and VPN Network Connections Overview diagrams)
1. If your system is using ASI output, make the following two connections; otherwise, go to
step 2.
• Connect a 75 ohm BNC-to-BNC coaxial cable between ASI OUT on the PCS150R and
ASI IN on the modulator.
• Connect an RF coaxial cable between IF OUT on the modulator and IF IN on the upconverter.
Note: The BNC cable must be less than 30 feet (9.2 meters) in length.
2. To enable remote management, connect one end of a CAT5 RJ-45 Ethernet cable to the
ETHERNET-0 port on the PCS150R rear panel, and connect the other end of the cable to the
institution’s network.
3. Connect the PCS150R power supply to the POWER connector on the PCS150R rear panel.
4. Use the straight-through serial cable and, if necessary, the USB adapter to connect a PC to
the RS-232 port on the PCS150R rear panel. (This step will enable you to verify the network
connection once power is applied in step 6.)
5. Using HyperTerminal or an equivalent terminal emulation program on the PC, congure the
serial port as follows: Bits per second = 115200; Data bits = 8; Parity = None; Stop bits = 1;
Flow Control = None
6. Plug the AC power cord into a powered AC line receptacle. When power is applied, the
STATUS LED on the PCS150R front panel will light, and you will see boot-up messages on
the PC.
When the boot-up is complete, a System Information display identies important information
about the PCS150R, including the unit serial number, hardware ID (rmware version), software
versions, MAC addresses, and IP addresses, for example:
PCS150R Pro:Centric Server v5.2
SN: 001-12150025
Hardware ID: 1.1.0.17
OS version: Linux 2.6.38-zenith+
OS release: #204 Mon May 2 17:21:54 CDT 2011
Eth0 MAC: 00:0C:63:3B:00:55
Eth0 IP: 192.168.10.77
Eth1 MAC: 00:0C:63:3B:00:65
Eth1 IP: n/a
VPN IP: 10.7.0.1
RF config: Mode 3, QAM-B, RF: 6 MHz, 5.36 MSps, ASI: 38.81 Mbps
RF channel: 75
Local time: Wed Mar 6 16:08:12 EST 2013
System Setup (Cont.)
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7. Check the Eth0 IP (ETHERNET-0 IP Address) eld in the System Information display. By
default, the PCS150R uses DHCP; thus, the DHCP server, if congured, assigns an IP
address to the PCS150R once the PCS150R successfully connects to the network.
• If the Eth0 IP eld shows an IP address, the PCS150R is up and running on the network. If
you wish to congure a static IP address for the ETHERNET-0 port and/or if you need to
congure a static IP address for the ETHERNET-1 port (for IP output purposes), continue
with step 8. Otherwise, you can go to step 9 at this time.
• If the network is congured for DHCP, but the Eth0 IP eld is blank, refer to “Network
Setup” troubleshooting information on page 30.
• If the network is not congured for DHCP, you will need to congure a static IP address
for the PCS150R ETHERNET-0 port as described in step 8.
8. This step describes how to set a static IP address for the ETHERNET-0 and/or ETHERNET-1
port(s).
Caution: Setting a static IP address for the PCS150R ETHERNET-0 port (for
remote management purposes) is optional. However, if you will be using IP
output from the PCS150R, you MUST configure the ETHERNET-1 port as
described in step (d) below.
a) This step requires that you log in to the PCS150R. Below the initial System Information
display, you should see a login prompt. (If the prompt is not automatically displayed,
press Enter to refresh the screen.)
At the login as: prompt, type admin and press Enter. Then, type the admin user
password (provided by LG) at the password: prompt.
b) At the Command > prompt, type setip and press Enter. The system will display the
current network configuration, followed by the Network Configuration Menu.
Use the Network Configuration Menu commands and follow the system prompts to
configure the port(s). See “Configure Network Settings” on pages 22 to 24 for further
information.
c) Use the “eth0” and “dns” commands to congure the ETHERNET-0 port, as necessary.
d) Use the “eth1” command to congure the ETHERNET-1 port, if required, for PCS150R
IP output. Note the following additional requirements for the eth1 port conguration:
• The ETHERNET-1 port must be congured with a static IP address that is on the same
network as the TV(s).
• Depending on the PCS150R software version, you may be prompted to enter a gateway
IP address. Do NOT specify a gateway IP address for this port. If the prompt for the
gateway IP address shows a default value in square brackets, press the space bar
once and then press Enter to ensure the eld remains empty.
System Setup (Cont.)
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System Setup (Cont.)
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e) When you are nished with network conguration, type exit and press Enter at the
Network Conguration Menu > prompt. The system will display an overview of the new
network conguration and then prompt for conrmation to save the changes:
Do you want to save the new configuration? (Y/N):
Type y or n and press Enter, as appropriate.
Note: Review the New Network Configuration overview carefully before you confirm the
configuration settings. Ensure each of the addresses was entered correctly.
f) If you changed the conguration of the port(s), you will be prompted to reset the system.
At the Command > prompt, type reset and press Enter. The reset process may take up
to two minutes, after which the PCS150R resumes normal operation.
9. (Optional) Set the date and time on the PCS150R.
By default, the PCS150R is synchronized with an NTP client and congured for the US
Eastern time zone. If the PCS150R is connected to the Internet, the NTP client will periodi-
cally update the time setting on the PCS150R. You can set the time zone as required. If the
PCS150R is not connected to the Internet, you also have the option to disable NTP client
synchronization and specify date and time data manually.
Note: The Time setup (“time”) command indicated below is available only with PCS150R
version 5.2 or later software. (Check the System Information display header, as necessary,
to verify the PCS150R software version.)
a) This step requires that you log in to the PCS150R.
• If you are already logged in, continue with step (b).
• Otherwise, below the System Information display (after boot-up), you should see a
login prompt. (If the prompt is not automatically displayed, press Enter to refresh the
screen.)
At the login as: prompt, type admin and press Enter. Then, type the admin user
password (provided by LG) at the password: prompt.
b) Use the PCS150R “tz” and/or “time” commands, as necessary, to set the date and time
on the PCS150R.
• Use the “tz” command and follow the system prompts to change the time zone.
• Use the “time” command and follow the system prompts to change the NTP
conguration or manually congure the date and time parameters on the PCS150R.
Refer to “Set the Time Zone” and “Set the Date and Time,” respectively, on pages 24 to 27
for further information on these commands.
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System Setup (Cont.)
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c) If you changed the time zone and/or the NTP conguration, you will be prompted to reset
the system. When you have completed your date and time conguration activities, at the
Command > prompt, type reset and press Enter. The reset process may take up to two
minutes, after which the PCS150R resumes normal operation.
10. Make the appropriate connection to the RF distribution system or IP distribution network
depending on the PCS150R output option to be used.
• ASI output: Connect the RF output on the upconverter to the RF distribution center
combiner, and balance the RF signal so that the Pro:Centric signal level at the TV(s) is
between 0 to +7 dBmV.
• RF output: Connect RF OUT on the PCS150R to the RF distribution center combiner,
and balance the RF signal so that the Pro:Centric signal level at the TV(s) is between 0
to +7 dBmV.
• IP output: Connect a CAT5E or better Ethernet cable between the ETHERNET-1 port on
the PCS150R rear panel and the institution’s IP distribution network.
Caution (ASI/RF Output only): For proper system performance, the Pro:Centric
signal level at the TV input (ANTENNA IN) must be between 0 to +7 dBmV. Note
that additional equipment may be required to adjust the signal level.
11. Configure the ASI/RF or IP output parameters in the Pro:Centric server Admin Client “RF/
IP Configuration” screen. Refer to the Pro:Centric Server Admin Client User Guide for
further information.
Note: By default, the server output is enabled for QAM-B modulation (RF output).
12. Check one or more room receivers to make sure all content is properly mapped and
available.

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This section describes PCS150R communication options for configuration purposes.
Note: Before you proceed with any additional server configuration, the system
should be installed and operating as described in the system setup procedure on
pages 14 to 17.
Also note that configuration updates periodically require that you reset the PCS150R. Make
sure to reset the unit when directed to do so.
There are two options for communicating with the PCS150R:
• When the PCS150R is connected to an IP network, you can use an SSH client to communicate
with the PCS150R via a command line interface.
• To establish a direct connection to the PCS150R, connect a PC to the RS-232 port on the
PSC150R rear panel using a DB9 Male-to-DB9 Female RS-232 straight-through serial cable
(Example: Cables Unlimited PCM-2100-06 serial cable) and, if necessary, a USB 2.0-to-serial
DB9 adapter (Example: Cables Unlimited USB-2920 adapter).
Using HyperTerminal or an equivalent terminal emulation program on the PC, configure the
serial port as follows:
− Bits per second/baud = 115200
− Data bits = 8
− Parity = None
− Stop bits = 1
− Flow Control = None
You will need to know the “admin” user password in order to log in to the command line
interface. If necessary, consult the system administrator to obtain the “admin” user password.
Note: The default network setting for the PCS150R is DHCP, in which case the server assigns
an IP address to the PCS150R. If necessary, consult the network administrator to obtain the IP
address that has been assigned to the PCS150R.
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Log In to the PCS150R and Access the Main Menu
Note: The PCS150R must be connected to an IP network for SSH client access. For direct
access to the PCS150R RS-232 port, use a DB9 Male-to-DB9 Female RS-232 straight-
through serial cable. See also “Network and Communication Setup” on page 18 for further
information.
If necessary, consult the network administrator to obtain the “admin” user password before
proceeding.
1. Establish communication with the PCS150R using an SSH client or via a direct connection
to the PCS150R RS-232 port.
Once communication is established, you should see a login prompt. (If the login prompt is
not automatically displayed, press Enter to refresh the screen.)
2. At the login as: prompt, type admin and press Enter.
3. At the Password: prompt, type the admin password and press Enter.
4. At the Command > prompt, either:
• Press Enter to display the PCS150R Main Menu (see example below).
• Type the desired command and press Enter.
The following sections describe each of the configuration commands.
Note: You can always press Enter at the Command > prompt to display the PCS150R Main
Menu.
Example: PCS150R Main Menu
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Main Menu
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info System information
video Configure video parameters
setip Setup TCP/IP
tz Timezone setup
time Time setup *
pwd Change password
update Update
updser Update via serial link
vpn VPN setup
reset Reset board
exit End the session
Command >
* Available only with PCS150R version 5.2 or later software.
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View System Information
1. Log in to the PCS150R as described on the previous page.
2. At the Command > prompt, type info and press Enter.
The System Information display identies important information about the PCS150R, including
the unit serial number, hardware ID (rmware version), software versions, MAC addresses, and
IP addresses, for example:
PCS150R Pro:Centric Server v5.2
SN: 201-12150025
Hardware ID: 1.1.0.17
OS version: Linux 2.6.38-zenith+
OS release: #204 Mon May 2 17:21:54 CDT 2011
Eth0 MAC: 00:0C:63:3B:00:55
Eth0 IP: 192.168.10.77
Eth1 MAC: 00:0C:63:3B:00:65
Eth1 IP: n/a
VPN IP: 10.7.0.1
RF config: Mode 3, QAM-B, RF: 6 MHz, 5.36 MSps, ASI: 38.81 Mbps
RF channel: 75
Local time: Wed Mar 6 15:10:40 CST 2013
It is recommended that you record this information for future reference. If you find it necessary
to call customer service or engineering support, please have this information available.
Note: If RF output is configured for DVB-C modulation, the display will identify the RF
frequency (in KHz) in place of the RF channel.
Configure Video Parameters
This option enables you to view current settings and/or configure new settings, as required.
1. Log in to the PCS150R as described on the previous page.
2. At the Command > prompt, type video and press Enter.
The system displays the current video parameters and prompts for a selection, for example:
Current video configuration:
1) Program number 47 (default)
2) PMT PID 4096 (default)
3) Video PID 4097 (default)
4) Elementary PID1 4098 (default)
5) Elementary PID2 4099 (default)
6) Elementary PID3 4100 (default)
7) Elementary PID4 4101 (default)
Select parameter to change or press Enter to accept:
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