LG Pro:Centric PCS200S Operating and maintenance manual

© Copyright 2015 LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
PCS200S Pro:Centric ®
Server
Installation & Setup Guide
Warranty
P/N: 206-4270 (Rev B)

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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
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
For Customer Support/Service, please call: 1-888-865-3026
The latest product information and documentation is available online at: www.LGsolutions.com
Marketed and Distributed in the United States by LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
2000 Millbrook Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
© Copyright 2015 LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
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.
WARNING:
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
FCC NOTICE (For USA and Canada):
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 environment. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions
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 will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Any changes or modifications in
construction of this device which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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.
COMPLIANCE:
The responsible party for this product’s compliance is: LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
2000 Millbrook Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069, USA • Phone: [phone]

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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
recommended 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.
(Continued on next page)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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21. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall power
outlet 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.
Caution: Refer all servicing to qualied
service personnel.
22. Servicing
Caution: These servicing
instructions 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.
25. Handling Notice
Caution: Only qualified service
personnel should handle and install
this unit. A series of screws with
lock washers are used to secure the top
and bottom covers of the unit. Use
caution when handling the unit as the
lock washers may have rough edges. Do
NOT run your fingers over the top and
bottom covers of the unit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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PCS200S Rack Installation
(also see pages 11 to 12)
• Wear a properly grounded, antistatic wrist strap
to avoid causing electrostatic (ESD) damage to
the PCS200S.
• Carefully slide the PCS200S 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 PCS200S.
• Rear cabling must be dressed and supported
so that the weight of the cabling is not a strain
on the PCS200S 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 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 nor-
mally and avoid overheating, leave at least
1 inch (2.5 cm) on each side (including top
and bottom) of the PCS200S. Do NOT stack
other equipment on the top of the PCS200S.
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Table of Contents
Safety Warnings ....................... 2
Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . 3 – 5
Table of Contents ...................... 6
PCS200S Product Description ............ 7
Setup Information ................... 8 – 9
Rear and Front Panel Overviews ......... 10
Rack Installation ...................11 – 12
Typical Rack Installation ...............11
Rack-mount Considerations............ 12
System Setup .....................13 – 19
Typical Setup Flow Chart for PCS200S
with ASI Output .......................13
Typical Setup Flow Chart for PCS200S
with RF Output........................14
Typical Setup Flow Chart for PCS200S
with IP Output ........................15
VPN Network Connections Overview .... 15
Typical System Installation............. 16
Network and Communication Setup ....... 20
PCS200S Configuration Options.......21 – 30
Log In to the PCS200S and Access
the Main Menu ...................... 21
View System Information .............. 22
Configure Network Settings ............ 22
Set the Time Zone ................... 25
Set the Date and Time ................ 27
Change the Login Password ........... 28
Monitor the System .................. 29
Format the Solid State Drive File System . 30
Update the PCS200S Operating System
via Ethernet ........................ 30
Update the PCS200S Operating System
via Serial Link....................... 31
Update the VPN Setup................ 31
Shut Down the System ............... 32
Reset the System.................... 32
Exit the Current Session .............. 32
Reference: Using an SSD Storage
Device with the PCS200S ............33 – 34
Troubleshooting................... 35 – 36
PCS200S Setup ..................... 35
PCS200S Communication ............. 36
Specifications ........................ 37
Document Revision History / Notes ....... 38
Open Source Software Notice............ 39
Warranty .....................Back Cover
Notes
• Design and specications subject to change without prior notice.
• This document provides examples of typical command line interface displays. Your displays may vary from those
shown in this document.

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PCS200S Product Description
The LG PCS200S 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 ASI, RF,
or IP.
Features
• Three output options: ASI, RF, or IP
−ASI output: The PCS200S generates one channel for GEM data only or multiplexed
GEM/site data.
−RF output: Both QAM-B (6 MHz) and DVB-C (7 MHz or 8 MHz) modulations are supported.
The PCS200S generates one 256-QAM or 64-QAM RF channel for GEM/site data.
−IP output: The PCS200S generates two multicast streams for GEM/site data.
• Customer may work with content provider to create Pro:Idiom ®encrypted content on a
SATA solid state drive (SSD) for RF or IP video playout channels
−RF output: In addition to the GEM/site data channel, the PCS200S generates up to seven
contiguous 256-QAM or 64-QAM RF channels for video playout. Each of these channels
supports either two or three program streams multiplexed on each channel. This capability
provides output of up to 21 programs of video content.
−IP output: In addition to two multicast streams for GEM/site data, the PCS200S generates
21 multicast data streams for video playout. Each data stream supports one program. This
capability provides output of up to 21 programs of video content.
• Provides 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,
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Check the following items before you begin the PCS200S installation and setup procedures.
Note: Once the PCS200S hardware is installed and the initial setup completed, output parameters
are congured in the Pro:Centric server Admin Client. Along with this document, it is recommended
that you have a copy of the Pro:Centric Server Admin Client User Guide readily available.
PCS200S
__ Unpack the PCS200S Pro:Centric server unit and all accessories.
PCS200S Accessories: • AC Power Cord and Adapter
• Four M3 x 5 mm screws for (optional) SATA SSD assembly
• Four lock washers for (optional) SATA SSD assembly
__ Select the location for mounting the PCS200S. Ensure adequate ventilation is available .
__ Obtain the necessary attachment hardware to mount the PCS200S chassis in its targeted
location.
__ Plan and install the necessary cabling and network (Ethernet) and AC power access for
the PCS200S. You also will need the following to connect a PC directly to the PCS200S for
system setup purposes: FTDI TTL-USB cable (P/N TTL-232R-5V-AJ).
SATA Solid State Drive (Optional)
__ To provide additional media/video playout channels, a customer-supplied SATA solid state
drive may be installed in the SSD slot on the PCS200S rear panel. The solid state drive used
must be UL listed, FCC compliant, and/or other applicable agency-recognized/listed. (Maximum
current draw = +5V DC @ 2.0 Amps)
Video Channel Assignments for RF Output (QAM-B) with Solid State Drive
Each input program is limited to one-half or one-third of the output channel bitrates (Mbps), which
in turn are dependent on the modulation format. 256-QAM modulation supports up to 38.8 Mbps,
and 64-QAM modulation supports up to 26.97 Mbps.
__ Create a channel assignment plan for the installation site, or modify an existing plan to
incorporate the RF output of the PCS200S. Ensure that up to eight contiguous CATV broad-
cast channels are allocated for the PCS200S RF output. The PCS200S uses a 256-QAM or
64-QAM modulation format, thereby occupying approximately 48 MHz of frequency spectrum.
The RF start channel is user-assigned during system setup (in the Admin Client), and the
remaining channels (up to seven) are then automatically assigned per EIA-542 STD CATV
frequency allocation standards. For example, if the RF start channel assignment is channel 2,
the seven remaining channels will be 3, 4, 5, 6, 95, 96, and 97. Refer to EIA-542 STD CATV
frequency allocation tables for further information as required.
The highest available RF channel number for the PCS200S is 135. Thus, to allocate all eight
channels available for PCS200S RF output, the RF start channel must be set no higher than 128.
__ Find a location on the frequency spectrum that is free of existing noise.
Setup Information

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Video Channel Assignments for RF Output (DVB-C) with Solid State Drive
Each input program is limited to one-half or one-third of the output channel bitrates (Mbps), which
in turn are dependent on the modulation format. 256-QAM modulation supports up to 45.05 Mbps
(7 MHz bandwidth) or 50.87 Mbps (8 MHz bandwidth), and 64-QAM modulation supports up to
33.79 Mbps (7 MHz bandwidth) or 38.15 Mbps (8 MHz bandwidth).
__ Create a channel assignment plan for the installation site, or modify an existing plan to
incorporate the RF output of the PCS200S. Ensure that up to eight contiguous CATV channel
frequencies are allocated for the PCS200S RF output. The PCS200S uses a 256-QAM or
64-QAM modulation format, thereby occupying approximately 56 MHz or 64 MHz (depending
on channel bandwidth) of frequency spectrum.
The RF start channel frequency is user-assigned, in KHz, during system setup (in the Admin
Client), and the remaining channel frequencies (up to seven) are then automatically assigned in
accordance with the specied bandwidth. For example, if the RF start channel frequency assign-
ment is 57000 KHz with a 7 MHz bandwidth, the seven remaining channel frequencies will be
64000 KHz, 71000 KHz, 78000 KHz, 85000 KHz, 92000 KHz, 99000 KHz, and 106000 KHz.
The highest available RF channel frequency for the PCS200S is 861000 KHz.
__ Find a location on the frequency spectrum that is free of existing noise.
Video Channel Assignments for IP Output with Solid State Drive
Each IP stream is limited to 19.4 Mbps.
__ The PCS200S outputs IPv4 multicast streams. Ensure the institution’s IP network and room
receivers support IPv4 multicast and that the network is capable of selectively routing multi-
cast traffic. Refer to vendor equipment documentation for further information.
__ Create a channel assignment plan for the installation site, or modify an existing plan to
incorporate the IP output of the PCS200S. Ensure that up to 23 unused and unreserved IPv4
multicast addresses, within the designated range 224.0.0.0 to 239.255.255.255, are allocated
for the PCS200S IP output.
The IP start channel is user-assigned during system setup (in the Admin Client), and the
remaining channel assignments are then automatically incremented. For example, if the IP start
channel assignment is 227.0.0.40, the remaining channels will be 227.0.0.41, 227.0.0.42, etc.
__ Reserve one User Datagram Protocol (UDP) port for the multicast data streams. You can use
the system default (1234) or another unassigned port number, for example, 50000, 50001,
etc. The port must avoid conict with other protocols in use.
Note: Refer to the IANA IPv4 Multicast Address Space Registry and/or the IANA Service Name
and Transport Protocol Port Number Registry for further IP address/port information as required.
ASI Output (Optional)
ASI output supports up to 19.4 Mbps each for GEM and site data (total of 38.8 Mbps).
__ If the system is using ASI output, install the modulator and upconverter that will receive
the ASI output signal from the PCS200S. Refer to the manufacturer’s documentation.
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Rear and Front Panel Overviews
POWER
19V
Service Port
Feature Port ControlPort
RF-OUT
ASI-OUT
RF OUT
(0 dBmV)
AC Power
Cord & Adapter
SSD Slot
(for SATA solid state
drive functionality)
RF OUT
FEATURE
& CONTROL
(Ethernet) Ports
Service Port
USB Port
(service use
only)
RF-OUT
0 dBmV
SSD (OPTIONAL)
MAXIMUM CURRENT +5V DC @ 2.0A
FIRMWAREVER:
Rx.x
MACADDRESS:
<Eth0>
xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx
<Eth1>
xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx
MODEL:PCS200S DATE:xx/xx/xx
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ASI OUT
SERVICE USE ONLY
Disconnect Device
The AC mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The disconnect device
must remain readily operable.
PWR
POWER LED
PCS200S Rear View
PCS200S Front View
Ventilation
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 PCS200S. Do NOT stack other equipment on the top of the PCS200S.
RF OUT (0 dBmV) Connector
Reserved for service technician use only. When not in use, this connector must
remain terminated with attached terminator accessory.
Screws with Lock Washers
Only qualified service personnel should handle and install the PCS200S. A series
of screws with lock washers are used to secure the top and bottom covers of the
PCS200S. Use caution when handling the unit as the lock washers may have
rough edges. Do NOT run your fingers over the top and bottom covers of the unit.
USB Port
Reserved for service technician use only.

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Rack Installation
PWR
POWER
19V
Service Port
Feature Port Control Port
RF-OUT
ASI-OUT
RF-OUT
0 dBmV
FIRMWAREVER:
Rx.x
MACADDRESS:
<Eth0>
xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx
<Eth1>
xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx
MODEL:PCS200S DATE:xx/xx/xx
IIIIII IIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
*201-1252008*
SSD (OPTIONAL)
MAXIMUM CURRENT +5V DC @ 2.0A
SERVICE USE ONLY
Typical Rack Installation
1. To avoid causing electrostatic (ESD) damage to the PCS200S during installation, attach an
antistatic wrist strap to a properly grounded rack/object and put it on.
2. (Optional) As shipped, the PCS200S mounting brackets are attached ush with the front of
the unit (see diagram a). If desired, the mounting brackets may be detached from the unit
and reattached, for example, so that they are ush with the rear of the unit (see diagram b).
If you wish to change the location/orientation of the mounting brackets, carefully remove
each of the four (M4 x 10 mm) screws and attendant washers (one at and one lock washer
per screw) holding each bracket in place. Then, use the same screws and washers to
reattach the mounting brackets in the desired location.
3. Carefully slide the chassis into a standard 19-inch equipment rack.
4. Use all four mounting screws to secure the chassis to the rack.
PWR
POWER
19V
Service Port
Feature Port Control Port
RF-OUT
ASI-OUT
RF-OUT
0 dBmV
FIRMWAREVER:
Rx.x
MACADDRESS:
<Eth0>
xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx
<Eth1>
xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx
MODEL:PCS200S DATE:xx/xx/xx
IIIIII IIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
*201-1252008*
SSD (OPTIONAL)
MAXIMUM CURRENT +5V DC @ 2.0A
SERVICE USE ONLY
To rack
Use at washer and
lock washer with each
M4 x 10 mm mounting
bracket screw.
To rack
(a)
(b)

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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
PCS200S. Do NOT stack other equipment on the top of the PCS200S 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.
Rack Installation (Cont.)
PWR
Front View
of Rack Cabinet
1 inch minimum
1 inch minimum

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System Setup
PCS200S
Feature Port
Control Port
Laptop
PC
Service Port
Connection
Network
RF Out
ASI Out
RF
Coaxial
Cable
IF Out
QAM
Modulator
ASI In IF In
RF Out
DTV
Upconverter
ASI
Coaxial
Cable
RF Out
(0 dBmV) RF
Cable
Room
Receiver
Room
Receiver
Room
Receiver
RF
Distribution
System
Combiner
Refer to the following diagrams, and complete the system installation as described on pages
16 to 19.
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 PCS200S with ASI Output

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System Setup (Cont.)
Typical Setup Flow Chart for PCS200S with RF Output
PCS200S
Feature Port
Control Port
Laptop
PC
Service Port
Connection
Network
RF
Cable
RF Out
(0 dBmV)
RF Out
ASI Out
Room
Receiver
Room
Receiver
Room
Receiver
RF
Distribution
System
Combiner

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PCS200S
Feature Port
Control Port
Service Port
Connection
Network
IP
Distribution
Network
Room
Receiver
Room
Receiver
Room
Receiver
RF Out
ASI Out
CAT5E
Cable
1000BaseT (default)
Full Duplex
Laptop
PC
RF Out
(0 dBmV)
System Setup (Cont.)
Typical Setup Flow Chart for PCS200S with IP Output
Pro:Centric
VPN Server
Internet/
VPN
VPN Client
VPN Client
PCS200S
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. (Optional) To provide capacity for additional media/video playout channels, install a SATA
solid state drive (customer-supplied) in the SSD slot on the PCS200S rear panel. See
Reference section, “Using an SSD Storage Device with the PCS200S,” for further information.
2. If your system is using ASI output, make the following connections; otherwise, go to step 3.
• Connect a 75 ohm BNC-to-BNC coaxial cable between ASI OUT on the PCS200S 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.
3. To enable remote management, connect one end of a CAT5 RJ-45 Ethernet cable to the
Control Port on the PCS200S rear panel, and connect the other end of the cable to the
institution’s network.
4. Connect the PCS200S power supply to the POWER connector on the PCS200S rear panel.
Then, plug the AC power cord into a powered AC line receptacle. When power is applied,
the PWR (Power) LED on the PCS200S front panel will initially flash red and then turn green
(blinking during boot-up).
The boot-up process for the PCS200S may take up to two minutes. When boot-up is
complete, the PWR LED on the PCS200S front panel will light continuously green.
5. Once the PWR LED is lit continuously (no longer blinking), use the FTDI TTL-232R-5V-AJ
cable to connect a PC to the Service Port on the PCS200S rear panel.
6. Using HyperTerminal or an equivalent terminal emulation program on the PC, congure the
serial port as follows: Bits per second/baud = 115200; Data bits = 8; Parity = None; Stop
bits = 1; Flow Control = None
Note: To avoid conguration errors, make sure the keyboard settings on the terminal
emulator assign the backspace character to Ctrl + H (ASCII 8).
Once the connection is established, you should see a login prompt. (If the login prompt is
not automatically displayed, press Enter to refresh the screen.)
7. At the login as: prompt, type admin and press Enter. Then, at the password:
prompt, type Password4Partners (case-sensitive) and press Enter.
8. At the Command > prompt, type info and press Enter. (You can press Enter at any
PCS200S command prompt to view current menu, if desired.)
Note: After the system setup is complete, it is highly recommended that you
change the admin user password from its default value. See “Change the Login
Password” on page 28 for further information.
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The initial System Information display identies PCS200S default conguration settings,
including the Control Port IP address and the output conguration, for example:
PCS200S Pro:Centric Server v7.4
Copyright (c) 2010 - 2015 Zenith Electronics LLC
SN:
Hardware ID:
OS version:
OS release:
Ctrl MAC:
Ctrl IP:
Feat MAC:
Feat IP:
VPN IP:
RF config:
RF channel:
Channels:
Local time:
201-12301011
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Linux 3.4.0-zenith-pcs200+
#121 SMP Mon Dec 8 10:38:49 CST 2014
00:0C:63:40:36:14
10.1.2.3
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n/a
n/a
Mode 3, 256-QAM-B, RF: 6 MHz, 5.36 MSps, ASI: 38.81 Mbps
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Mon Jan 26 14:42:02 EDT 2015
9. Check the Ctrl IP (Control Port IP address) eld in the System Information display. By
default, the PCS200S uses DHCP; thus, the DHCP server, if congured, assigns an IP
address to the Control Port once the PCS200S successfully connects to the network.
• If the Crtl IP eld shows an IP address, the PCS200S is up and running on the network.
If you wish to congure a static IP address for the Control Port and/or if you need to
congure a static IP address for the Feature Port (for IP output purposes), continue with
step 10. Otherwise, you can go to step 11 at this time.
• If the network is congured for DHCP but the Ctrl IP eld is blank, refer to “Network Setup”
troubleshooting information on page 35.
• If the network is not congured for DHCP, you will need to congure a static IP address
for the PCS200S Control Port as described in step 10.
10. This step describes how to set a static IP address for the Control Port and/or Feature Port.
Caution: Setting a static IP address for the Control Port (for remote management
purposes) is optional. However, if you will be using IP output from the PCS200S,
you MUST configure the Feature Port as described in step (c) below.
a) At the Command > prompt, type setip and press Enter. The system will display the
current network configuration, followed by the Network Configuration Menu.
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Use the Network Configuration Menu commands indicated below and follow the system
prompts to configure the port(s). See “Configure Network Settings” on pages 22 to 25
for further information.
b) Use the “eth0” and “dns” commands to congure the Control Port, as necessary.
c) Use the “eth1” command to congure the Feature Port, if required, for PCS200S IP
output.
Note that the Feature Port MUST be congured with a static IP address that is on a
different subnet than the Control Port IP address. Also, make sure the Feature Port
speed (default: 1000 Mbps) is appropriate for your system. If necessary, at the prompt
for the port speed, change the value to 100 Mbps.
d) When you are nished with network conguration, type exit 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 yor nand 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.
Note: If you changed the conguration of the port(s), you will be prompted to reset the
system. You may wait to reset the system until you are directed to do so in step 13.
11. (Optional) Set the date and time on the PCS200S.
By default, the PCS200S is synchronized with an NTP server and congured for the US
Eastern time zone. If the PCS200S is connected to the Internet, the NTP client will
periodically update the time setting on the PCS200S. You can set the time zone as
required. If the PCS200S is not connected to the Internet, you also have the option to
disable NTP synchronization and specify date and time data manually.
Use the PCS200S “tz” and/or “time” commands (available from the Command > prompt),
as necessary, to set the date and time on the PCS200S.
• 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 PCS200S.
See “Set the Time Zone” and “Set the Date and Time” on pages 25 to 28 for further
information.
Note: If you changed the time zone and/or the NTP conguration, you will be prompted to
reset the system. You may wait to reset the system until you are directed to do so in step 13.
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12. If a SATA solid state drive is installed (see step 1), the drive’s le system must be properly
formatted. If the drive was previously formatted for use with another PCS200S, you do not
need to reformat the drive. Otherwise, at the Command > prompt, type format and press
Enter. Then, follow the system prompts to initiate the formatting.
Caution: This operation deletes any les that are currently present on the
drive. See “Format the Solid State Drive File System” on page 30 for further
information.
13. If you made any conguration changes in steps 10 and 11 that require a system reset, at
the Command > prompt, type reset and press Enter.
The reset process may take up to two minutes, after which the PCS200S resumes normal
operation.
14. Make the appropriate connection to the RF distribution system or IP distribution network
depending on the PCS200S 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 PCS200S 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 Feature Port on the
PCS200S 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.
Caution: When not in use, the RF OUT (0 dBmV) connector must remain
terminated with attached terminator accessory.
15. Congure the ASI/RF or IP output parameters and/or the Video Playout settings in the
Pro:Centric server Admin Client. Refer to the Pro:Centric Server Admin Client User
Guide for further information.
Note: By default, the server output is enabled for 256-QAM-B modulation (RF output), with
the data channel set to 75.
16. Check one or more room receivers to make sure all content is properly mapped and
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This section describes PCS200S communication options for configuration purposes.
Note: Before you proceed with any additional configuration, the system should
be installed and operating as described in the system installation procedure on
pages 16 to 19.
Also note that configuration updates periodically require that you reset the PCS200S. Make
sure to reset the unit when directed to do so.
There are two options for communicating with the PCS200S:
• When the PCS200S is connected to an IP network, you can use an SSH client to communicate
with the PCS200S via a command line interface.
• To establish a direct connection to the PCS200S, connect a PC to the serial port on the
PCS200S rear panel using the FTDI TTL-USB cable (P/N TTL-232R-5V-AJ). Plug the USB
end of the cable into an open USB port on your PC. If necessary, install the device driver.
Plug the other end of the cable into the Service Port jack on the PCS200S rear panel.
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
Note: To avoid conguration errors, make sure the keyboard settings on the terminal
emulator assign the backspace character to Ctrl + H (ASCII 8).
You will need to know the “admin” user password in order to log in to the command line
interface. The default admin user password is “Password4Partners” (case-sensitive). If
necessary, for example, if the password has been changed from its default value, consult the
system administrator to obtain the current admin user password.
Note: The default network setting for the PCS200S is DHCP, in which case the server assigns
an IP address to the PCS200S. If necessary, consult the network administrator to obtain the IP
address that has been assigned to the PCS200S.
Note: If you want to connect the PC directly to the PCS200S Control Port using an Ethernet
CAT5E cable, in order to establish communication you must rst connect the PC to the
PCS200S Service Port and set the PCS200S’s IP address (see “Congure Network Settings”
on pages 22 to 25). The PCS200S’s IP address must be on the same subnet as the PC’s IP
address.
Network and Communication Setup