Lynx P VD 5600 User manual

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Reference Manual
P VD 5600
SD/HD Multi-rate Frame Synchronizer
Revision 2.0 - August 2007
This Manual Supports Device Revisions:
P VD 5600 Firmware Revision 198
Control System GUI Release 3.12.2
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced or
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LYNX Technik AG
Brunnenweg 3
D 64331 Weiterstadt
Germany
www.lynx-technik.com

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Contents
CONTENTS..................................................................................................................................... 2
WARRANTY.................................................................................................................................... 4
REGULATORY INFORMATION..................................................................................................... 5
Europe......................................................................................................................................... 5
USA............................................................................................................................................. 5
GETTING STARTED....................................................................................................................... 6
Packaging.................................................................................................................................... 6
ESD Warning............................................................................................................................... 6
Preventing ESD Damage............................................................................................................ 6
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION............................................................................................................. 7
Input Video Formats.................................................................................................................... 7
Output Video Formats................................................................................................................. 7
Connected Reference Signals .................................................................................................... 9
Frame Synchronization ............................................................................................................... 9
Audio Processing ........................................................................................................................ 9
DOWN Conversion Option........................................................................................................ 10
Down Conversion.................................................................................................................. 10
4:3 Letterbox....................................................................................................................................10
4:3 Center Cut .................................................................................................................................10
4:3 Stretch to Fill..............................................................................................................................10
SDTV Aspect Ratio Conversion ................................................................................................11
Conversion from 16:9 Input Aspect Ratio to 4:3 Output Aspect Ratio..............................................11
4:3 Letterbox.............................................................................................................................................. 11
4:3 Center Cut............................................................................................................................................ 11
4:3 Stretch to Fill ....................................................................................................................................... 11
Conversion from 4:3 Input Aspect Ratio to 16:9 Output Aspect Ratio .............................................12
16:9 PillarBox............................................................................................................................................ 12
16:9 Center Cut.......................................................................................................................................... 12
16:9 Stretch to Fill ..................................................................................................................................... 12
Color Space Conversion..................................................................................................................12
Video Processing.................................................................................................................. 13
Proc Amp Functions ........................................................................................................................13
Aperture Correction .........................................................................................................................13
Test Patterns ...................................................................................................................................13
Programmable Video Delay.............................................................................................................13
Functional Diagram................................................................................................................... 13
Module Layout........................................................................................................................... 15
CONNECTIONS............................................................................................................................ 16
Video ......................................................................................................................................... 16
INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................ 16
SETTINGS AND CONTROL......................................................................................................... 18
Multi Function Switch ................................................................................................................ 18
Using the Local Display Menus................................................................................................. 18
Menu Structure.......................................................................................................................... 19
LED STATUS INDICATORS......................................................................................................... 20

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SDI Status LED 1...................................................................................................................... 20
Ref Status LED 3....................................................................................................................... 20
ALARM LED.............................................................................................................................. 20
CONTROL SYSTEM GUI..............................................................................................................21
Main Tab ................................................................................................................................... 22
REF in Select........................................................................................................................ 22
Signal Routing....................................................................................................................... 23
Test Patterns......................................................................................................................... 23
Video Proc Tab.......................................................................................................................... 23
General Video Settings......................................................................................................... 24
External Reference Source................................................................................................... 24
Frequency Pre-select............................................................................................................24
Device Status........................................................................................................................ 24
SDI Input............................................................................................................................... 24
Video Converter.................................................................................................................... 25
Down Converter Mode.....................................................................................................................25
SDTV Aspect Ratio Converter Mode...............................................................................................25
16:9 to 4:3 conversion................................................................................................................................ 25
4:3 to 16:9 conversion................................................................................................................................ 25
Output Proc Tabs...................................................................................................................... 26
Color Space Conversion....................................................................................................... 26
Aperture Correction............................................................................................................... 26
H and V Blanking.................................................................................................................. 27
Video Delay Adjustment........................................................................................................ 27
Settings................................................................................................................................. 27
Freeze Mode......................................................................................................................... 27
Test Pattern Pre-select.........................................................................................................28
Test Pattern Standard...........................................................................................................28
Test Pattern Enable.............................................................................................................. 28
Video Adjustments................................................................................................................ 28
Options Tab............................................................................................................................... 29
Events Tab................................................................................................................................ 30
Log in GUI Function.............................................................................................................. 30
Alarm Activation.................................................................................................................... 30
SNMP Support...................................................................................................................... 31
SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................................... 32
SERVICE....................................................................................................................................... 34
Parts List ................................................................................................................................... 34
Technical Support ..................................................................................................................... 34

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Warranty
LYNX Technik AG warrants that the product will be free from defects in materials
and workmanship for a period of two (2) year from the date of shipment. If this
product proves defective during the warranty period, LYNX Technik AG at its
option will either repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor,
or will provide a replacement in exchange for the defective product.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, customer must notify LYNX
Technik of the defect before expiration of the warranty period and make suitable
arrangements for the performance of service. Customer shall be responsible for
packaging and shipping the defective product to the service center designated by
LYNX Technik, with shipping charges prepaid. LYNX Technik shall pay for the
return of the product to the customer if the shipment is within the country which
the LYNX Technik service center is located. Customer shall be responsible for
payment of all shipping charges, duties, taxes and any other charges for
products returned to any other locations.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure, or damage caused by
improper use or improper or inadequate maintenance and care. LYNX Technik
shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage
resulting from attempts by personnel other than LYNX Technik representatives to
install, repair or service the product; b) to repair damage resulting from improper
use or connection to incompatible equipment; c) to repair any damage or
malfunction caused by the use of non LYNX Technik supplies; or d) to service a
product which has been modified or integrated with other products when the
effect of such modification or integration increases the time or difficulty servicing
the product.
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY LYNX TECHNIK WITH RESPECT TO THIS
PRODUCT IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
LYNX TECHNIK AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. LYNX
TECHNIK`S RESPONISIBILITY TO REPAIR AND REPLACE DEFECTIVE
PRODUCTS IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO THE
CUSTOMER FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. LYNX TECHNIK AND ITS
VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
INCIDENTIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IRRESPECTIVE OF
WHETHER LYNX TECHNIK OR THE VENDOR HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF
THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

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Regulatory information
Europe
Declaration of Conformity
USA
FCC 47 Part 15
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.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to the 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 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 will be required to correct the interference at his own expense
We LYNX Technik AG
Brunnenweg 3
D-64331 Weiterstadt
Germany
Declare under our sole responsibility that the product
TYPE: P VD 5600
To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following
standards (environments E1-E3):
EN 55103-1 /1996
EN 55103-2 /1996
EN 60950 /2001
Following the provisions of 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC directives.
Winfried Deckelmann
Weiterstadt, March 2007
Place and date of issue Legal Signature

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Getting Started
Most CardModules are installed into the rack frames and system tested in the factory. If
this is an upgrade part or service exchange item then the module is supplied in a padded
cardboard carton which includes the CardModule, rear connection plate and mounting
screws.
Packaging
The shipping carton and packaging materials provide protection for the module during
transit. Please retain the shipping cartons in case subsequent shipping of the product
becomes necessary. Do not remove the module from its protective static bag unless
observing adequate ESD precautions. Please see below.
ESD Warning
This product is static sensitive. Please use caution and use preventative measures to
prevent static discharge or damage could result to module.
Preventing ESD Damage
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage occurs when electronic assemblies or the
components are improperly handled and can result in complete or intermittent failure.
Do not handle the module unless using an ESD-preventative wrist strap and ensure that
it makes good skin contact. Connect the strap to any solid grounding source such as any
exposed metal on the rack chassis or any other unpainted metal surface.
Caution
Periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap. The measurement should
be between 1 and 10 Megohms.

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Product Description
The P VD 5600 is a high performance SD/HD frame. Firmware options provide the ability
to easily add integral Down Conversion, SDTV Aspect Ratio Conversion capability is part
of the basic unit.
Input Video Formats
The module has one multi-format serial digital input with automatic input detection. The
module will detect the following input standards and configure the input stage
automatically for operation in the connected format.
SDTV Formats HDTV Formats
525 / 59.94Hz 1080i / 59.94Hz
625 / 50Hz 1080i / 60Hz
1080i / 50Hz
720P / 59.94Hz
720P / 60Hz
720P / 50Hz
Output Video Formats
The module provides four SDI outputs, user assignable in two sets of two outputs; these
sets can be mapped independently to any of the internal channels. Supported output
video formats are:
SDTV Formats HDTV Formats
525 / 59.94Hz 1080i / 59.94Hz
625 / 50Hz 1080i / 60Hz
1080i / 50Hz
720P / 59.94Hz
720P / 60Hz
720P / 50Hz
The output format frequency (or frame rate) is determined by the connected reference
signal and the output will remain fixed to this reference regardless of the connected input
signals (except module is locked to signal input format). For mismatches in the input to
output frame rates (standards) the module will perform a very basic internal format
standards conversion to ensure frame rate continuity is always maintained on the module
outputs.

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For down conversion functionality an additional firmware option is required. Without this
option installed the frame synchronizer passes the video in the connected input format.
Basic function (with down conversion option installed)
With a 59.94Hz Reference Signal Connected (Bi-level or Tri-level)
Input Format Output
525 / 59.94Hz 525 / 59.94Hz
1080i / 59.94Hz 1080i / 59.94Hz
720P / 59.94Hz 720P / 59.94Hz
With a 50Hz Reference Signal Connected (Bi-level or Tri-level)
Input Format Output
625 / 50Hz 625 / 50Hz
1080i / 50Hz 1080i / 50Hz
720P / 50Hz 720P / 50Hz
With a 60Hz Reference Signal Connected (Bi level or Tri level)
Input Format Output
525 / 59.94Hz 525 / 60Hz (adding frames / fields)
1080i / 59.94Hz 1080i / 60Hz (adding frames / fields)
1080i / 60Hz 1080i / 60Hz
720P / 59.94Hz 720P / 60Hz (adding frames)
720P / 60Hz 720P / 60Hz

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Connected Reference Signals
The module has a very flexible input reference stage which facilitates the use of either
SDTV analog bi-phase sync (i.e. Black) or HDTV analog tri-level sync. The reference
input is “cross lock” compatible so a SDTV reference can be used to frequency lock
HDTV signals (and visa versa). The connected reference is auto detected and the
synchronizer automatically configures the three available outputs to the frame rate of the
connected reference signal.
Supported reference signals are shown below.
SDTV Analog Bi-Level Sync HDTV Analog Tri-Level Sync
525 / 59.94Hz 1080i / 59.94Hz
625 / 50Hz 1080i / 60Hz
1080i / 50Hz
720P / 59.94Hz
720P / 60Hz
720P / 50Hz
Frame Synchronization
The algorithms used for frame synchronization are extremely robust and very tolerant of
poor input signals. The Synchronizer uses a “Flywheel” functionality. This allows the
module to recover from any missing sync pulses on the input signal by predicting where
they should be and then re-inserting them.
Audio Processing
There is no audio processing provided in this module. If the embedded audio signals
have to be preserved in the video outputs the P VD 5630 should be used. This module
provides full audio processing for embedded and external audio signals.

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DOWN Conversion Option
With the addition of the F/W option to add conversion capability to the frame synchronizer
the following features are provided. (The addition of this option does not require re-
programming it’s a simple option code to enable the extended functions)
Down Conversion
The module has a selectable independent down converter and this will convert the
connected HD input standard into a SDTV output signal. Modes supported are as follows:
4:3 Letterbox
This takes the 16:9 aspect ratio of the input HD signal and fits it into the 4:3 SD aspect
ratio screen with black bars at the top and bottom of the image.
4:3 Center Cut
This mode cuts the center portion of the 16:9 input signal and fills the 4:3 SD aspect ratio
screen.
4:3 Stretch to Fill
This mode takes the 16:9 input signal and distorts (vertically stretches) the image to fit
the available 4:3 SD aspect ratio space.

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SDTV Aspect Ratio Conversion
Each channel has a selectable independent SDTV Aspect Ratio converter and this will
convert the connected SD input standard either from a 4:3 input signal to a 16:9 output or
a 16:9 input signal to a 4:3 output signal.
Modes supported are as follows:
Conversion from 16:9 Input Aspect Ratio to 4:3 Output Aspect Ratio
4:3 Letterbox
This takes the 16:9 aspect ratio of the input signal and fits it into the 4:3 SD aspect ratio
screen with black bars at the top and bottom of the image.
4:3 Center Cut
This mode cuts the center portion of the 16:9 input signal and fills the 4:3 SD aspect ratio
screen.
4:3 Stretch to Fill
This mode takes the 16:9 input signal and distorts (vertically stretches) the image to fit
the available 4:3 SD aspect ratio space.

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Conversion from 4:3 Input Aspect Ratio to 16:9 Output Aspect Ratio
16:9 PillarBox
This takes the 4.3 aspect ratio of the input signal and fits it into the 16:9 SD aspect ratio
screen with black bars at the left and right of the image.
16:9 Center Cut
This mode cuts the horizontal center portion of the 4:3 input signal and fills the 16:9 SD
aspect ratio screen.
16:9 Stretch to Fill
This mode takes the 4:4 input signal and distorts (horizontally stretches) the image to fit
the available 16:9 SD aspect ratio space.
Color Space Conversion
The Conversion options also provide integrated color space conversion capability which
will automatically compensate for the conversion of the wider 709 HD color space into the
more narrow 601 SDTV color space ensuring legal color reproduction. (Color space
conversion is supplied as part of the UP/DOWN/CROSS conversion option)
NOTE. Color space conversion can be bypassed or set to only process
chrominance if desired.

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Video Processing
Proc Amp Functions
Each of the two output channels has an associated video proc amp which provides user
adjustable Gain / Saturation / Black Level and Hue using on screen sliders.
Aperture Correction
An adjustable horizontal aperture corrector is provided for each of the two output
channels. This can be used to add (or remove) image sharpness as required.
Note. When using the down converter the filtering process results in a very slight
loss of high frequency information (which is normal), the aperture corrector can
be used to compensate for this slight loss.
Test Patterns
Each of the two output channels has its own independent test pattern generator which
provides a wide selection of test patterns which can be switched into each output. (The
Test pattern will follow the selected output standard selected for each channel).
The selected test pattern is also available as one of the modes the synchronizer will
switch to when excessive video TRS errors are encountered. Possible synchronizer
actions when the input video errors become excessive are:
•Freeze Field 1
•Freeze Field 2
•Freeze Frame
•Selected Test Pattern
•Black
Programmable Video Delay
Each of the two SDI outputs has separate programmable video delays which can be set
(independently) between 0 and 5 frames (max). The adjustment is available in pixel, line
and full frame increments.
Note The Synchronizer (including the conversion options, if installed) has a fixed
one frame delay. The 0 > 5 frame user adjustment is additional delay relative to
the fixed one frame delay.
This adjustment will delay the video output relative to the connected reference by the
delay setting specified. (+ 1 frame fixed delay)
Functional Diagram
A functional diagram of the PVD 5600 is shown below:

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NOTE. Some functions are
not shown or are shown as
“not implemented yet”. These
features will be added at a
later date. The module is fully
programmable so these
features can be easily added
to existing modules via
firmware upgrades.

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Module Layout
Module Front Panel Module Rear Termination Panel
CardModule Layout
Note. Cooling fan operation is monitored and alarmed with the module alarm
LED and also within the LYNX control system.
Cooling Fan

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Connections
Video
The PVD 5600 uses standard 75 Ohm BNC connectors. We recommend the use of high
quality video cable for digital video connections to reduce the risk of errors due to
excessive cable attenuation. Max cable lengths the module will support are shown below.
SDTV = 250m Belden 8281 (270Mbits/s)
HDTV = 140m Belden 1694A (1.4Gbits/s)
Note. Due to the compact design of the connection plate it will be necessary to
use a connection tool to secure the BNC video connectors.
Installation
If this module was supplied as part of a system it is already installed in the rack
enclosure. If the module was supplied as a field upgrade please follow the installation
procedure below.
NOTE Observe static precautions when handling card. Please see ESD
warnings on Page 5.
This module has a double width rear connection panel, meaning it will occupy two slots of
a standard Series 5000 Card Rack. This is to accommodate the additional connections
needed for this module and to also provide adequate space for cooling in the rack. Up to
five P VD 5600 modules can be accommodated in a single Series 5000 rack frame.
NOTE. When using this module we highly recommend the use of the R FR 5011
Fan Front Rack Frame which provides additional airflow into the rack. If you
plan to install this module into empty slots in an existing rack with no fan front
cover - then please purchase the R FR 5001 Fan Front update kit.
Each Card Module is supplied with a rear connection panel and mounting screws. Please
follow the procedure below for the installation of the card module into the Series 5000
Card Frame.
We recommend you power the rack down before installing any additional modules into an
existing card frame.
1. Select a free two slot space in the card frame where the CardModule will be
located.
2. Remove the blank connection panels from the rear of the rack (if fitted)
3. Install the rear connection panel using the screws supplied. Do not tighten the
screws fully
4. Slide the card module into the card frame and carefully check the CardModule
connects to the rear connection plate. The card should fit easily and should not
require excessive force to insert - if you feel any resistance, there could be
something wrong with the rear connection panel location. Do not try and force

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the connection this may damage the connectors. Remove the rear connection
panel and check alignment with the CardModule.
5. Insert and remove the CardModule a few times to ensure correct alignment and
then tighten the two screws to secure the rear connection plate.
6. Power up the rack and check the module LED’s and matrix display illuminate.
Check the module is automatically logged into the control system device tree.
(It may take a few seconds for the control system to “discover” the new module)
NOTE. The use of the optional control system is mandatory for the
control and setup of this module. If you do not have the control system,
then please contact your LYNX representative for details on how to
upgrade your rack with the LYNX control system.

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Settings and Control
The P VD 5600 module has an integrated micro-controller, which enables the module to
be configured and controlled locally using the multifunction switch and 4 character dot
matrix display, or from remote using a GUI interface when using one of the optional
controllers and control software.
NOTE. This module is extremely compact and flexible with hundreds of possible
user settings. It is not practical to make all these settings available on the local
dot matrix display. The use of the control system is mandatory to access the
vast array of settings possible. Please refer to the GUI section of this manual for
details on the control provided. Some basic module settings are possible via the
local controls, which are detailed below.
Once set, all settings are automatically saved in non-volatile internal memory. (Flash
RAM) The module will always recall the last used settings.
Multi Function Switch
The CardModule is equipped with a multi-function switch located on the front bottom
edge of the card. (See above)
Using the Local Display Menus
Making local adjustments to the module is done using the multifunction switch and the
integrated 4-character dot matrix display. The menu system is layered, and navigation
through the system is done using the UP and DOWN functions of the switch. ENTER is
used to move between menu levels and also enter a selection.
Up Down Enter
Switch Operations
Multi-function Switch
Side Front
Switch Function Operation
UP Move UP within a level
DOWN Move down within a level
ENTER Change levels / Make selection
!

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Menu Structure
The Menu structure is defined in the next table, and can be used to help navigating
through the menu system.
ENTER moves between levels
UP/DOWN moves between items within the level
When a new setting is entered the system will jump back one level in the menu system.
•The “back” selection in the menu structure will take you back one level when
selected.
•When an item is selected which has several setting possibilities the first value
displayed will be the value currently stored in the system. The order of the
available settings for any menu item in the table supplied does not represent the
order the settings will actually be displayed.
•If left unattended, the menu will default to the root display after a short timeout.
LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 Notes
P VD 5600 Root Display
REF Reference Selection
EXT Reference taken from module rear connection panel
INT Reference taken from common rack reference
back
FPS Output frame rate selection
60 All outputs jammed to 60Hz frequency frame rate*
59 All outputs jammed to 59.94Hz frequency frame rate*
50 All outputs jammed to 50Hz frequency frame rate*
AUTO Output frame rate is derived from connected reference (default)
back
RSET Reset Factory Defaults
NO
YES Reset factory defaults
back
back

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LED Status Indicators
The P VD 5600 module has LED indicators that serve as alarm and status indication for
the module. Function is described below.
SDI Status LED 1
Ref Status LED 3
ALARM LED
LED Color Indication
Green Normal Operation
Red Problem with SDI input
Red Flashing Cooling Fan Failure
Note. The Alarm LED can be seen with the rack front cover
fitted
LED Color Indication
Green Reference Present
Yellow Reference Present, but not used
(Module is set to free run with no lock to
external reference)
Red Reference not present – but required
(Module is set to “lock to reference”)
LED Color Indication
Green SDI Present and OK
Yellow SDI Frame Rate Mismatch
(Mismatch between the fixed output frame
rate and the SDI input. Conversion taking
place)
Red No SDI 1 Signal Connected