Meinberg IMS VSI180 User manual

SETUP GUIDE
IMS VSI180
Hot-Plug Module
22nd February 2021
Meinberg Funkuhren GmbH & Co. KG

Table of Contents
1 Imprint 1
2 Introduction 2
3 Important Safety Hints 3
3.1 AdditionalSafetyHints ........................................... 4
3.2 PreventionofESDDamage......................................... 5
3.3 SupplyVoltage ................................................ 6
3.4 Cabling..................................................... 6
4 Front Connectors IMS VSI180 7
4.1 StatusLEDs.................................................. 8
4.2 BlackburstInput ............................................... 9
4.3 LTCInput ................................................... 9
4.4 WordClockInput............................................... 9
4.5 PulsePerSecondInput ........................................... 10
5 Before you start 11
5.1 ScopeofDelivery............................................... 11
5.2 DisposalofPackagingMaterials...................................... 11
6 System Installation 12
6.1 Important Hints for hot-pluggable IMS Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
6.2 Installation of hot-pluggable IMS modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
6.3 ConnectingtheSystem ........................................... 14
7 Configuration of VSI180 via Webinterface 15
7.1 Status Monitoring of the IMS-VSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
8 RoHS and WEEE 18
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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
Internet: https://www.meinbergglobal.com
Mail: [email protected]
Date: 22.02.2021
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2 Introduction
This Setup Guide is a systematically structured guideline which supports you during the set-up of your Mein-
berg product.
The IMS-VSI180 (Video Synchronization Input) is able to provide video signals as reference to an IMS clock
module. It can process Black Burst (PAL) with VITC, LTC (Longitudinal Time and Control Code) as well as
Word Clock frequencies.
Further, the module has a pulse per second input (1PPS) for synchronization of the receiver module.
Role as Black Burst-to-PTP converter
The IMS-VSI enables users to set up a Black Burst-to-PTP converter with a LANTIME IMS system. This
requires a VSI input module and an HPS100 module in PTP Grandmaster mode. The internal clock module is
synchronized via the video input signal. The receiver module then serves the HPS100 module with an accurate
and stable time base.
The LTOS7 manual provides a complete description of all configurations and status monitoring options of
your Meinberg product.
Download LTOS7 firmware manual:
https://www.meinbergglobal.com/download/docs/manuals/english/ltos_7-00.pdf
Compatibility
The IMS-VSI180 is compatible with all LANTIME systems of the IMS family. It can be used as reference
module in MRI and ESI slots.
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3 Important Safety Hints
3 Important Safety Hints
Please make sure that IMS modules that can be exchanged during operation are always handled with utmost
care.
Before any maintenance work on the system:
•Backup of stored configurations is recommended (e.g. via USB stick or Web UI)
•Please note the chapter "Prevention of ESD damage".
•Please note the chapter "Supply voltage".
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3.1 Additional Safety Hints
This manual contains important information for the installation and operation of this device as well as for your
safety. Make sure to read carefully before installing and commissioning the device.
Certain operating conditions may require the observance of additional safety regulations not covered by this
manual. Nonobservance of this manual will lead to a significant abatement of the security provided by this
device. Security of the facility where this product is integrated lies in the responsibility of the installer.
The device must be used only for purpose named in this manual, any other use especially opteration above the
limits specified in this document is considered as improper use.
Keep all documents provided with the device for later reference.
This manual is exclusively for qualified electricians or by a qualified electrician trained personnel who are
familiar with the applicable national standards and specifications, in particular for the construction of high
voltage devices.
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3 Important Safety Hints
3.2 Prevention of ESD Damage
ATTENTION!
The designation ESD (Electrostatic Sensitive Devices) refers to measures which are used
to protect electrostatically endangered components from electrostatic discharge and thus
to prevent destruction. Systems and assemblies with electrostatically endangered components
usually have the following characteristics:
Indicator for assemblies with electrostatic endangered components
The following measures protect electrostatically endangered components from destruction:
Prepare removal and installation of assemblies
Unload yourself (for example, by touching a grounded object) before touching assemblies.
Ensure that you wear a grounding strap on the wrist when working with such assemblies, which
you attach to an unpainted, non-conductive metal part of the system.
Use only tools and devices that are free from static electricity.
Transporting Assemblies
Assemblies may only be touched at the edge. Do not touch any pins or conductors on assemblies.
Installing and Removing Assemblies
Do not touch persons who are not grounded while removing or installing components. This could
result in a loss of grounding protection from your electrostatic discharge.
Storing Assemblies
Always keep assemblies in ESD protective covers. These protective covers must be undamaged.
ESD protective covers, which are extremely wrinkled or even have holes, no longer protect against
electrostatic discharge.
ESD protective covers must not be low-resistance and metallically conductive if a lithium battery
is installed on the assembly.
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3.3 Supply Voltage
WARNING!
The IMS system in which the module is used operates at a dangerous voltage. The specific safety instruc-
tions can be found in the manual of the respective IMS System.
If the module is a hot-pluggable power supply unit, disconnect its power cable before removing it from the
IMS System.
Never open a power supply unit cause dangerous voltages can even exist after it has been disconnected from
the electrical supply. If a power supply is not working anymore, e.g. due to a defect, please send it back to
Meinberg for necessary repairs.
Non-observance of these safety instructions can cause serious personal injury and material damage. Installation,
initial start-up and operation of the IMS System may only be performed by qualified technical experts.
3.4 Cabling
WARNING!
Danger to life through electric shock! Never work with voltage applied! When working on the plugs and
terminals of connected cables, always disconnect both sides of the cables from the respective devices!
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4 Front Connectors IMS VSI180
4 Front Connectors IMS VSI180
1
2
3
4
5
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4.1 Status LEDs
Status indicator
LED St: Status of VSI180
LED In: Synchronization status
LED A: Status of input signals 1 u. 2
LED B: Status of input signals 3 u. 4
The status messages of the LEDs result as follows:.
LED St:
Blue During initialization
Green During operation
LED In:
Shows status after initialization
Green Accurate (accuracy of ≤200 ns to reference).
Green Flashing Timesync
Yellow Insufficient quality of the reference signal.
Red Reference signal not available / VSI180 is not synchronous
LED A - Status
1 sec Red -> 1 sec Yellow -> 1 sec Green -> 1 sec Off
Off No signal is present at the inputs
Flashing green Only a Black In signal is present.
Flashing yellow Only a LTC In signal is present.
Green on Black In and LTC In signals are present.
LED B - Status
1 sec Red -> 1 sec Yellow -> 1 sec Green -> 1 sec Off
Off No signal is present at the inputs
Flashing Green Only a Word Clk In signal is present.
Flashing yellow Only a PPS is present.
Green on Word Clk In and PPS are present.
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4 Front Connectors IMS VSI180
4.2 Blackburst Input
Input Signal Black Burst (PAL)
Input with VITC Reader
Input with Prescaler mode
(Frequency only)
Signal level: 300 mVss
into 75 ohms (unbalanced)
Time Code Formats: PAL SMPTE259M / ITU-R BT.470-6
SMPTE12M-1 / SMPTE ST309M
Connection type: BNC female connector
Cable: Coaxial cable, shielded
4.3 LTC Input
Input Signal: LTC Reader (25 fps)
Connection type: BNC female
Cable: shielded coax line
4.4 Word Clock Input
Input signal: Word Clock Input with
programmable frequency range
Signal level: TTL
Frequency range: 1 kHz - 10 MHz
Connection type: BNC female
Cable: Coaxial cable, shielded
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4.5 Pulse Per Second Input
Input signal PPS (pulse per second)
Signal level: TTL
Pulse lenght: ≥5µs, active high
Connection type: BNC, female
Cable: shielded coax line
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5 Before you start
5 Before you start
5.1 Scope of Delivery
Unpack the IMS-VSI180 carefully and check the scope of delivery against the enclosed packing list to en-
sure that no parts are missing. If any of the listed items are missing, please contact our sales department:
[email protected]
Check the system for shipping damage. If the system is damaged or cannot be put into operation, contact
Meinberg immediately. Only the recipient (the person or company receiving the system) can assert a claim
against freight forwarder for shipping damage.
Meinberg recommends that you keep the original packaging materials for possible future transport.
5.2 Disposal of Packaging Materials
The packaging materials we use are fully recyclable:
Material Use for Disposal
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Cardboard Shipping packaging, Paper recycling
accessories packaging
Foil Shipping packaging, Household waste or recycling depot
accessories packaging
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6 System Installation
6.1 Important Hints for hot-pluggable IMS Modules
The following points should be strictly observed when replacing IMS modules during operation. Not all IMS
modules are fully hot-pluggable. Of course, it is not possible to replace a power supply unit of a non-redundant
system without first having installed a second power source in operational mode.
The following applies to the individual IMS slots:
PWR: "hot swappable" If you operate your system with only one
power supply, a second power supply must
be installed before removing/replacing it
to keep your system functioning.
I/O, ESI and MRI Slots: "hot plugable".
CLK1, CLK2: "hot plugable" Afer the exchange or the installation of a
clock module a rescan of the reference clocks
(Rescan Refclocks) must be executed in the web
interface menu "System".
CPU: "hot plugable" The NTP service and access to the web interface
are interrupted while the CPU is disconnected.
Also the management and monitoring functions are
no longer available.
RSC/SPT: "hot plugable" The switching function or the distribution of
generated signals is interrupted while the RSC/SPT
is disconnected.
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6 System Installation
6.2 Installation of hot-pluggable IMS modules.
If the system is supplied with an antenna and antenna cable, it is advisable to first mount the antenna in a
suitable location (see chapter Antenna Mounting) and lay the antenna cable.
Please use a Torx screwdriver (T8 x 60) for removal and installation of the module.
1. Follow the safety instructions at the beginning
of this manual!
2. Remove the two marked Torx screws from the
module holder plate or the cover plate of
the empty slot.
3. Note when removing!
Pull the module carefully out of the guide
rail. Note that the module is firmly anchored
in the connector block of the housing. You need
a certain amount of force to release the module
from this link. Once the connection to the
connector block of the system’s backplane is
loosened, the module can be easily pulled out.
4. Note during installation!
Please ensure that the module is correctly inserted into the
two guide rails of the system housing as otherwise damage to the module and the housing could be caused.
Make sure that the module is securely locked into the connector block before you fasten the two screws.
5. Now you can put the installed module into operation.
Attachment points of an 1U IMS system
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6.3 Connecting the System
The following schematic diagram shows an IMS-LANTIME M1000, which is synchronized by a VSI input card
(Black Burst →PTP converter).
GNSS Ant.
Sync to:
Black Burst, LTC or Word Clock
IMS - LANTIME M1000
mit VSI180 - Audio- Video-Referenzeingang /
with VSG181 - audio and video signal reference input
IEEE 1588 Masterclock
Figure: M1000 with HPS in master mode - synchronized by audio/video signal generator
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7 Configuration of VSI180 via Webinterface
7 Configuration of VSI180 via Webinterface
VSI - Video Signal Input References
Menü "IO Config →Input Configuration →VSI-Karte"
Video Sync Interface: configurable Inputs
Input 1: Video Sync In
Format: PAL 625i
Epoch: TAI
Signal Source: Single-ended signal input
Time Code Modes: VITC
Time Code Line: 6 - 22
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Input 2: LTC In
Type: LTC 25 FPS (Frames per Second)
Input 3: Word Clk In
Frequency: 1 kHz - 10 MHz
Max Slip: 0.5 - 3.0 oscillations
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7 Configuration of VSI180 via Webinterface
Input 4: PPS In
Pulse length: ≥5µs, active high
7.1 Status Monitoring of the IMS-VSI
The submenu "Status" of the "IO Config" allows you to view the status of each port of the installed IMS-VSI
module. In addition, the current operating temperature of the module is displayed in this menu.
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