Meinberg IMS-VSG181H User manual

SETUP GUIDE
IMS-VSG181H
Hot-Plug Module
March 2, 2022
Meinberg Funkuhren GmbH & Co. KG

Table of Contents
1 Imprint 1
2 Change Log 2
3 Introduction 3
4 Important Safety Information 4
4.1 AdditionalSafetyInformation........................................ 4
4.2 PreventionofESDDamage......................................... 5
4.3 PowerSupply................................................. 6
4.4 Cabling..................................................... 6
5 IMS-VSG181H Module Connectors and Indicators 7
5.1 StatusLEDs.................................................. 8
5.2 BlackOutOutput............................................... 10
5.3 DARSOutput(Unbalanced)......................................... 10
5.4 D-Sub15-PinMulti-Output ........................................ 11
5.4.1 LTCOutput.............................................. 12
5.4.2 DARSOutput(Balanced)...................................... 12
5.4.3 WordClockOutput ......................................... 12
6 Before You Start 13
6.1 ContentsofDelivery............................................. 13
6.2 DisposalofPackagingMaterials...................................... 13
7 System Installation 14
7.1 Important Information Regarding Hot-Pluggable IMS Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.2 Installation of Hot-Pluggable IMS Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
7.3 DataandSignalCables........................................... 16
8 Configuration and Setup via Web Interface 17
8.1 Output1:BlackOut............................................. 18
8.2 Output2&4:DARS............................................. 20
8.3 Output3&6:LTC.............................................. 21
8.4 Output5:WordClock ............................................ 22
8.5 Misc ...................................................... 23
9 Troubleshooting 24
10 Your Opinion Matters to Us 25
11 RoHS and WEEE 26
12 List of Abbreviations 27
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1 Imprint
1 Imprint
Meinberg Funkuhren GmbH & Co. KG
Lange Wand 9, 31812 Bad Pyrmont, Germany
Phone: + 49 (0) 52 81 / 93 09 - 0
Fax: + 49 (0) 52 81 / 93 09 - 230
Website: https://www.meinbergglobal.com
Email: [email protected]
Date: February 23, 2022
Manual
Version: 1.1
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2 Change Log
Version Date Revision Notes
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1.0 10/29/2021 Initial version
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1.01 12/16/2021 Addition of change log & troubleshooting chapter, minor corrections
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1.1 2/23/2022 Corrections to frame rate support via LTC output, adjustments to Web
Interface following firmware updates, new screenshots, clarification
of information regarding LEDs, on-board oscillator and time zone
setting
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3 Introduction
3 Introduction
This Setup Guide is a systematically structured guideline to assist you with the set-up of your Meinberg product.
The IMS-VSG181H is used to provide a reference video or audio signal for studio equipment, with gener-
ated signals output through two BNC outputs and a 15-pin D-Sub output. The "Black Out" BNC output is
used to deliver bi-level ("black & burst") and tri-level sync signals, while the "DARS Out" BNC output provides
an unbalanced Digital Audio Receiver Signal (DARS). The D-Sub connector serves as a multi-output solution
for several signal types, specifically balanced and unbalanced LTC signals, balanced DARS signals, and word
clock signals.
To ensure that the output signals remain highly precise even when switching between clocks using the RSC
module (in IMS systems with receiver redundancy), the IMS-VSG181H may be fitted with a dedicated oscillator.
Functionality
The IMS-VSG181H is synchronized against an external reference frequency (10 MHz), a pulse-per-second sig-
nal (PPS), and a time string from an upstream clock. These synchronization signals are essential to maintaining
the precision of the output signals. The Web Interface provides a wide range of adjustment and customization
options for all output signal types. The signal outputs are phase-matched with the PPS signal.
Please refer to the LANTIME Firmware Manual for a more detailed description of all of the status moni-
toring configuration options and features available for your Meinberg product.
LTOS7 Firmware Manual Download:
http://www.mbg.link/docg-fw-ltos
Compatibility
The IMS-VSG181H is an IMS module that is compatible with the following systems in the IMS product family
and can be used in the following slots:
PWR
CLK
CPU
MRI
ESI
I/O
M500
M1000
M1000 S
M2000 S
M3000
M3000 S
M4000
System Compatibility - IMS VSG181H
IMS System
Compatible
Compatible
IMS Slot
Slot Compatibility - IMS VSG181H
To eliminate any risk of compatibility problems, your IMS system should have at least LANTIME OS Version
7.04 installed.
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4 Important Safety Information
Please ensure that IMS modules designed for "hot-plugging" (modules that are removable and insertable while
a system is in operation) are always handled with the utmost care.
Before performing any maintenance work on the system:
•We recommend making a backup of any stored configurations (e.g. using a USB flash drive or from the
Web UI)
•Take note of the chapter "Prevention of ESD Damage".
•Take note of the chapter "Power Supply".
4.1 Additional Safety Information
This manual contains important safety information regarding the installation and use of the device. Please read
it through fully before setting up the device for use.
This device may only be used for the purpose described in this manual. In particular, the specified operat-
ing limits of the device must be heeded. The person setting up the device is responsible for safety matters in
relation to any larger system in which the device is installed!
Failure to observe these instructions may have an adverse impact on device safety!
Please keep this manual in a safe and accessible place.
Target Readership
This manual is only intended to be used by qualified electricians, or by persons who have been appropriately
instructed by qualified electricians and who are familiar with applicable national standards and safety rules &
regulations, especially in relation to the installation of low-voltage (< 1000 V) installations.
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4 Important Safety Information
4.2 Prevention of ESD Damage
ATTENTION!
An ESDS device (electrostatic discharge-sensitive device) is any device at risk of damage or
malfunction due to electrostatic discharges (ESD) and thus requires special measures to prevent
such damage or malfunction. Systems and modules with ESDS devices usually bear the following
symbol:
Symbol Indicating Devices with ESDS Components
The following measures will help to protect ESDS components from damage and malfunction.
When preparing to dismantle or install devices:
Ground your body (for example, by touching a grounded object) before touching sensitive devices.
Ensure that you wear a grounding strap on your wrist when handling such devices. These straps must
in turn be attached to an uncoated, non-conductive metal part of the system.
Use only tools and devices that are free of static electricity.
When transporting devices:
Devices must only be touched or held by the edges. Never touch any pins or conductors on the device.
When dismantling or installing devices:
Avoid coming into contact with persons who are not grounded. Such contact may compromise your
connection with the earth conductor and thus also compromise the device’s protection from any
static charges you may be carrying.
When storing devices:
Always store devices in ESD-proof ("antistatic") bags. These bags must not be damaged in any way.
ESD-proof bags that are crumpled or have holes cannot provide effective protection against
electrostatic discharges.
ESD-proof bags must have a sufficient electrical resistance and must not be made of conductive
metals if the device has a lithium battery fitted on it.
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4.3 Power Supply
WARNING!
The IMS system in which the module is used is operated at a dangerous voltage. Please refer to your IMS
Manual for more information about safety.
When removing a hot-pluggable power supply unit, always disconnect its power cable before removing it from
the IMS system.
Never open a power supply unit—there may still be hazardous residual voltages present even after disconnec-
tion from the mains supply. In the event that a power supply unit is no longer working (e.g. defective), please
return it to Meinberg for repair.
Failure to observe these safety instructions may result in serious injury and/or property damage. The IMS
system must only be installed, set up, and operated by qualified personnel.
4.4 Cabling
WARNING!
Danger of death from electric shock! Never work on the system while the power is live! Always disconnect the
cables from the devices at both ends before working on the plugs and terminals of connected cables!
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5 IMS-VSG181H Module Connectors and Indicators
5 IMS-VSG181H Module Connectors and
Indicators
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2
3
4
The numbering in the drawing above relates to the relevant subsection in this chapter.
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