Phabrix PHABRIX Rx User manual

Copyright © PHABRIX Ltd 2012
PHRX2000-200 2
PHABRIX Rx Operation Manual
Software Release 0.03.0015
Manual Revision 2
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About this Manual
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Getting Started
Package Contents
The shipping box should contain the following
PHABRIX Rx unit
Power Supply Unit
Mains lead
CD Manual
Allen Key
The shipping box will also contain this Manual on a CD, note that the Web Site always contains
the latest version of the manual. The version of software that this manual supports is on the
front page.
General Safety
Avoiding Personal Injury
This instrument is designed for use by qualified personnel only.
No user serviceable parts are provided. Units should be returned to your local
PHABRIX agent for servicing.
The Operator should NOT remove the case from the unit.
Do not spill any liquid onto the unit or its power adaptor.
Power Supply
Make sure that the unit is connected to the correct power supply voltage. A power supply
adaptor is supplied with the unit which may be connected to any AC power supply between
100 and 240VAC at 50-60Hz. Only the supplied power adaptor should be used with the
unit. Do not use a damaged AC cable with the unit as it may cause a shock or fire hazard.
Replacement AC cables are available from your local PHABRIX agent.

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Installation Environment
Operating Temperature
The unit should only be operated between 0 and 40 °Centigrade. If the unit is
operated at a higher temperature there is a possibility of a fire hazard. If the
temperature is changed rapidly from a cold environment to a hot environment,
moisture can be created internally which can cause malfunction or damage the
unit. Allow the unit to sit for 30 minutes without power applied to reduce any
possibility of condensation. If the temperature rises above 60°Centigrade a
warning dialog will be given. If the temperature rises above 65°Centigrade the
unit will be turned OFF. Under both conditions, an event will be added to the
event log to show what happened.
Input/Output Terminals
Do not connect the input or output BNC connectors to external power as this can damage the
internal circuitry and cause the unit to work incorrectly.
When Not In Use
Disconnect the unit from the power supply and AC power source when not in use.
Maintenance
Wipe the case, and knobs gently with a soft cloth, lightly dampened with a neutral cleaning
agent. A screen cleaning cloth may be used to clean the LCD. Do not apply force to the LCD
when cleaning or it may be damaged.
Remove the power supply from the unit and turn OFF before cleaning. Do not
allow any water or other liquid to enter the unit while cleaning.
Disposal of Equipment
This product is subject to the European WEEE (Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment) directive and should be disposed of according to the
regulations of each country.

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Getting Started iii
Package Contents........................................................................................................iii
General Safety.............................................................................................................iii
Avoiding Personal Injury.........................................................................................iii
Power Supply .........................................................................................................iii
Installation Environment .............................................................................................iv
Operating Temperature ..........................................................................................iv
Input/Output Terminals...........................................................................................iv
When Not In Use ....................................................................................................iv
Maintenance ..........................................................................................................iv
Disposal of Equipment ................................................................................................iv
Description
Rx Platform 1–3
Overview..................................................................................................................... 1–3
Rx2000 ...................................................................................................................... 1–4
Description............................................................................................................. 1–4
Front Panel............................................................................................................. 1–4
Rear Panel ............................................................................................................. 1–4
Specifications ......................................................................................................... 1–4
Rx1000 Rasteriser...................................................................................................... 1–5
Description............................................................................................................. 1–5
Front Panel............................................................................................................. 1–5
Rear Panel ............................................................................................................. 1–5
Specifications ......................................................................................................... 1–5
Rx500 Rasteriser........................................................................................................ 1–6
Description............................................................................................................. 1–6
Front Panel............................................................................................................. 1–6
Rear Panel ............................................................................................................. 1–6
Specifications ......................................................................................................... 1–6
Rx Modules................................................................................................................. 1–7
Overview ................................................................................................................ 1–7
CPU Module........................................................................................................... 1–7
Single Analyzer, Dual Input..................................................................................... 1–8
Single Analyzer, Dual Input, Physical Layer Measurement ..................................... 1–8
Single Analyzer, Single Generator ........................................................................... 1–9
Single Analyzer, Single Generator, Physical Layer Measurement ............................ 1–9
Dual Output Generator Module.............................................................................. 1–10
Rx Software Options ................................................................................................... 1–11
Overview ................................................................................................................ 1–11
3G-SDI and advanced formats upgrade for Rx chassis........................................... 1–11
HD/SD-SDI Data Analyzer and Ancillary Packet analyzer ....................................... 1–11
Dolby - E analysis................................................................................................... 1–12
Dual analyzer for SDI input modules ...................................................................... 1–12
Advanced physical layer analysis........................................................................... 1–12

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Front Panel Control 1–13
Rx2000 ...................................................................................................................... 1–13
Turning on and off the instrument........................................................................... 1–13
Main Menu ............................................................................................................ 1–13
Instrument Status................................................................................................... 1–14
Using the Menus .................................................................................................... 1–14
Multiple Analyzers.................................................................................................. 1–15
Rx1000 & Rx500 ....................................................................................................... 1–16
Turning on and off the instrument........................................................................... 1–16
Navigation ............................................................................................................. 1–16
Monitor Output 1–19
Overview..................................................................................................................... 1–19
Display Area .......................................................................................................... 1–19
Window Panel Types.................................................................................................... 1–20
New Picture............................................................................................................ 1–20
New Waveform....................................................................................................... 1–20
New Vectorscope.................................................................................................... 1–21
New Eye ................................................................................................................. 1–21
New Jitter............................................................................................................... 1–21
New SDI Errors....................................................................................................... 1–22
New Input Status.................................................................................................... 1–22
New Input Timing ................................................................................................... 1–22
New Data View....................................................................................................... 1–23
New ANC Status ..................................................................................................... 1–23
New ANC Inspector ................................................................................................ 1–23
New Audio Meters.................................................................................................. 1–24
New Audio Status................................................................................................... 1–24
New Dolby Meta-data ............................................................................................ 1–24
New Generator ....................................................................................................... 1–25
New Generator Audio 1-4....................................................................................... 1–25
New Generator Audio 5-8....................................................................................... 1–25
New Generator Reference....................................................................................... 1–26
New Event Log ....................................................................................................... 1–26
New Log setup ....................................................................................................... 1–26
New Eye Log setup................................................................................................. 1–27
New ANC Log setup................................................................................................ 1–27
Network Setup ....................................................................................................... 1–27
System Info ............................................................................................................ 1–28
Engineer Setup ....................................................................................................... 1–28
Date/Time Setup..................................................................................................... 1–28
HDMI/CPU SDI Setup ............................................................................................. 1–29
System Status ........................................................................................................ 1–29
Setup Login ............................................................................................................ 1–29
Managing the Monitor Output .................................................................................... 1–30
Closing Open Panels (Windows).............................................................................. 1–30
Working with Multiple Analyzers ............................................................................ 1–30
Working with Multiple Generators .......................................................................... 1–31
Saving Monitor Display Layouts............................................................................. 1–31
Browser Control 1–33
Overview..................................................................................................................... 1–33
Using the Menus .................................................................................................... 1–34

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Menu Reference
Generator Menu 2–3
Video Out.................................................................................................................... 2–3
Output On.............................................................................................................. 2–3
Standard ................................................................................................................ 2–3
Colour Format ........................................................................................................ 2–3
Pattern ................................................................................................................... 2–4
EDH........................................................................................................................ 2–6
Errors ..................................................................................................................... 2–6
SMPTE 352............................................................................................................ 2–6
Ident ...................................................................................................................... 2–6
Genlock Menu............................................................................................................. 2–7
Source.................................................................................................................... 2–7
Audio Group Menu...................................................................................................... 2–8
Group n.................................................................................................................. 2–8
Source.................................................................................................................... 2–8
Inv.......................................................................................................................... 2–8
Link ........................................................................................................................ 2–8
Master ................................................................................................................... 2–8
AES O/P ................................................................................................................. 2–8
Dolby .......................................................................................................................... 2–9
Overview ................................................................................................................ 2–9
Dolby E .................................................................................................................. 2–9
Dolby Synchronisation - Generator Reference ........................................................ 2–10
Editing Program Information .................................................................................. 2–10
Program Meta Data Editing ................................................................................... 2–11
Default Program Meta Data................................................................................... 2–13
Embedding Dolby on SDI Stream............................................................................ 2–13
Embedding Dolby Signals on AES Stream............................................................... 2–13
Analyzer Menu 2–15
Overview..................................................................................................................... 2–15
Picture ........................................................................................................................ 2–16
Signal Data ................................................................................................................. 2–17
Type ....................................................................................................................... 2–17
Source.................................................................................................................... 2–17
Waveform Monitor ...................................................................................................... 2–18
Cursors................................................................................................................... 2–19
Setup Button Dialogue ........................................................................................... 2–19
Vectorscope................................................................................................................. 2–20
Eye.............................................................................................................................. 2–21
Eye Display ............................................................................................................ 2–22
Jitter Filters............................................................................................................ 2–23
Jitter Meter Ranges ............................................................................................... 2–23
Setup ..................................................................................................................... 2–24
Advanced Jitter Analysis (Option)........................................................................... 2–25
Jitter ........................................................................................................................... 2–26

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Signal Information Menu 2–27
Overview..................................................................................................................... 2–27
Video Status................................................................................................................ 2–27
EDH/CRC ERRORS.................................................................................................. 2–27
EDH DATA .............................................................................................................. 2–27
Cable Length .......................................................................................................... 2–28
Active Picture CRC.................................................................................................. 2–28
MISC Status ................................................................................................................ 2–29
Payload ID – SMPTE 352 ...................................................................................... 2–29
Video Format ......................................................................................................... 2–29
Video Timing ............................................................................................................... 2–30
ANC Status (ANC Option) ........................................................................................... 2–31
ANC Inspector (SDI Data Option) ................................................................................ 2–32
ANC Inspector Setup .............................................................................................. 2–33
Error Triggers ......................................................................................................... 2–33
Audio Menu 2–35
Audio Meters .............................................................................................................. 2–35
Audio Status ............................................................................................................... 2–36
Dolby-E Status (Dolby-E Analyzer Option) ................................................................... 2–37
Overview ................................................................................................................ 2–37
Dolby E .................................................................................................................. 2–37
Analyser Reference ................................................................................................ 2–38
Source selection ..................................................................................................... 2–38
Dolby Framing Values ............................................................................................ 2–38
Programme configuration....................................................................................... 2–39
Programme Metadata............................................................................................ 2–40
Peak Metering........................................................................................................ 2–41
System Menu 2–43
Memories.................................................................................................................... 2–43
Saving Memories ................................................................................................... 2–43
Recalling Memories................................................................................................ 2–43
Renaming Memories .............................................................................................. 2–43
Adding Additional Memories .................................................................................. 2–44
Clearing Memories ................................................................................................. 2–44
Exporting Memories............................................................................................... 2–44
Disk Space ............................................................................................................. 2–44
Network ...................................................................................................................... 2–45
Misc............................................................................................................................ 2–46
Changing The Date/Time ........................................................................................ 2–46
Changing the Date Format: .................................................................................... 2–46
Setting LCD Brightness........................................................................................... 2–46
Setting User Language ........................................................................................... 2–46
Changing Options Security Code ............................................................................ 2–46
Utils ............................................................................................................................ 2–47
Dealer Features...................................................................................................... 2–47
Board (Module) ...................................................................................................... 2–47
Hardware Status .................................................................................................... 2–47
System Temperature............................................................................................... 2–47
Voltages ................................................................................................................. 2–48
SFP ........................................................................................................................ 2–48

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Engineer...................................................................................................................... 2–49
Clear Memories...................................................................................................... 2–49
Default Settings...................................................................................................... 2–49
Set User Login........................................................................................................ 2–49
Adding/Deleting Users............................................................................................ 2–49
Editing The Prompt Text ......................................................................................... 2–50
Software Upgrade .................................................................................................. 2–50
HDMI/SDI Output ....................................................................................................... 2–52
Logging Menu 2–53
Overview..................................................................................................................... 2–53
Event Log.................................................................................................................... 2–53
Log Setup.................................................................................................................... 2–54
Audio Thresholds.................................................................................................... 2–54
Video Status........................................................................................................... 2–54
AES Status ............................................................................................................. 2–55
Dolby-E Status (Requires Dolby-E Analysis Option) ................................................ 2–55
Logging .................................................................................................................. 2–55
Log Time Limit........................................................................................................ 2–55
Log Eye Jitter.............................................................................................................. 2–56
Jitter Thresholds .................................................................................................... 2–56
Eye Timings............................................................................................................ 2–56
Eye Amplitude........................................................................................................ 2–56
Log ANC Status........................................................................................................... 2–57
Speaker Menu 2–59
Overview..................................................................................................................... 2–59
Glossary
Glossary of Terms A–3

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Specification
Rx Platform B–3
Overview.....................................................................................................................B–3
Rx2000 B–5
Description .................................................................................................................B–5
Description.............................................................................................................B–5
Environmental Requirements ......................................................................................B–5
Dimensions .................................................................................................................B–6
Front Panel Dimensions..........................................................................................B–6
Back Panel Dimensions ..........................................................................................B–6
Top Panel Dimensions.............................................................................................B–6
Side Panel Dimensions ...........................................................................................B–6
Front Panel .................................................................................................................B–7
Front Panel Display................................................................................................B–7
Loud Speakers .......................................................................................................B–7
Headphone Output.................................................................................................B–7
Rear Panel ..................................................................................................................B–7
Power Connection...................................................................................................B–7
External Locking Reference ....................................................................................B–8
AES Input ...............................................................................................................B–8
SDI Out ..................................................................................................................B–8
HDMI .....................................................................................................................B–8
Local Control..........................................................................................................B–8
Networking.............................................................................................................B–8
GPIO - Terminal ......................................................................................................B–9
GPIO - Longitudinal Timecode (LTC) .......................................................................B–9
GPIO - Analogue Audio Output...............................................................................B–9
GPIO .....................................................................................................................B–9
Rx1000 Rasteriser B–11
Description .................................................................................................................B–11
Environmental Requirements ......................................................................................B–11
Dimensions .................................................................................................................B–12
Front Panel Dimensions..........................................................................................B–12
Top Panel Dimensions.............................................................................................B–12
Side Panel Dimensions ...........................................................................................B–12
Front Panel .................................................................................................................B–13
Front Panel Display................................................................................................B–13
Rear Panel ..................................................................................................................B–13
Power Connection...................................................................................................B–13
External Locking Reference ....................................................................................B–13
AES Input ...............................................................................................................B–14
SDI Out ..................................................................................................................B–14
HDMI .....................................................................................................................B–14
Local Control..........................................................................................................B–14
Networking.............................................................................................................B–14
GPIO - Terminal ......................................................................................................B–14
GPIO - Longitudinal Timecode (LTC) .......................................................................B–15
GPIO - Analogue Audio Output...............................................................................B–15
GPIO - ...................................................................................................................B–15

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Rx500 Rasteriser B–17
Description .................................................................................................................B–17
Environmental Requirements ......................................................................................B–17
Dimensions .................................................................................................................B–18
Front Panel Dimensions..........................................................................................B–18
Top Panel Dimensions.............................................................................................B–18
Side Panel Dimensions ...........................................................................................B–18
Front Panel .................................................................................................................B–19
Front Panel Display................................................................................................B–19
Rear Panel ..................................................................................................................B–19
Power Connection...................................................................................................B–19
External Locking Reference ....................................................................................B–19
AES Input ...............................................................................................................B–20
SDI Out ..................................................................................................................B–20
HDMI .....................................................................................................................B–20
Local Control..........................................................................................................B–20
Networking.............................................................................................................B–20
GPIO - Terminal ......................................................................................................B–20
GPIO - Longitudinal Timecode (LTC) .......................................................................B–21
GPIO - Analogue Audio Output...............................................................................B–21
GPIO - ...................................................................................................................B–21
Rx Modules B–23
Single Analyzer, Dual Input .........................................................................................B–23
Analyzer SDI Inputs................................................................................................B–23
Analyzer SDI Outputs.............................................................................................B–23
Analyzer Optical Inputs..........................................................................................B–23
Analyzer Functionality............................................................................................B–24
Single Analyzer, Dual Input, Physical Layer Measurement ...........................................B–25
Analyzer SDI Inputs................................................................................................B–25
Analyzer SDI Outputs.............................................................................................B–25
Analyzer Optical Inputs..........................................................................................B–25
Analyzer Functionality............................................................................................B–26
Single Analyzer, Single Generator................................................................................B–27
Analyzer SDI Input..................................................................................................B–27
Analyzer SDI Output...............................................................................................B–27
Analyzer Optical Input............................................................................................B–27
Generator Optical Ouput........................................................................................B–27
Analyzer Functionality............................................................................................B–28
Generator Functionality..........................................................................................B–28
Single Analyzer, Single Generator, Physical Layer Measurement..................................B–29
Analyzer SDI Input..................................................................................................B–29
Analyzer SDI Output...............................................................................................B–29
Analyzer Optical Input............................................................................................B–29
Generator Optical Output ......................................................................................B–29
Generator Functionality..........................................................................................B–30
Analyzer Functionality............................................................................................B–30
Single/Dual Analyzer, Dual Input, Physical Layer Measurement...................................B–31
Analyzer SDI Inputs................................................................................................B–31
Analyzer SDI Outputs.............................................................................................B–31
Analyzer Optical Inputs..........................................................................................B–31
Analyzer Functionality............................................................................................B–32

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Dual Output Generator Module ..................................................................................B–33
Generator Optical Outputs.....................................................................................B–33
Generator Functionality..........................................................................................B–33
Supported Video Formats B–35
SD 270 Mb/s ..............................................................................................................B–35
HD 1.485 Gb/s (SMPTE 292M) ..................................................................................B–35
Dual Link 1.485 Gb/s (SMPTE 327M).........................................................................B–36
3G Level-A 2.97 Gb/s (SMPTE 425M-A) .....................................................................B–38
3G Level-B 2.97 Gb/s (SMPTE 425-B).........................................................................B–39
Built-in Generator Formats (CPU Module) ...................................................................B–40
Maintenance
Warranty C–3
Overview.....................................................................................................................C–3
Warranty Exceptions ...................................................................................................C–3
Product Registration ...................................................................................................C–3
Maintenance C–5
General Maintenance ..................................................................................................C–5
Preventative Maintenance...........................................................................................C–5
Software Maintenance C–7
Installing New Software...............................................................................................C–7
Using a USB Pen Drive ...........................................................................................C–7
Software Download from Internet...........................................................................C–8
FTP Transfer from a connected PC..........................................................................C–9
Reverting to a Earlier Version of Software ...................................................................C–9
FTP Connection...........................................................................................................C–10
Rx File Structure .........................................................................................................C–10
Patterns .................................................................................................................C–10
Scripts....................................................................................................................C–10
Setup .....................................................................................................................C–11
Idents.....................................................................................................................C–11
Fonts ......................................................................................................................C–11

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Rx Platform
Overview
The ‘Rx platform’ has been designed to serve the varied test and measurement needs of the
broadcast industry. PHABRIX has developed not a single product in the traditional sense but a
modular system from which specific broadcast client requirements can be satisfied.
The Rx platform allows a flexible approach to test and measurement on a new technological
platform designed for longevity. The system has been created to allow broadcast engineers to
specify features according to the complexity of the required test and measurement application
by simply adding additional modules and software licenses to their chosen core chassis.
Adding modules is like adding independent new instruments, each module providing a
dedicated set of instruments for the task required.
The Rx Platform is available in a choice of chassis types:
Rx2000 – a unique audio video monitoring solution combining front panel
instrumentation, via dual TFT screens, and integrated full range stereo speakers. Unique
2U tapered ‘tilt-in-bay’ engineering with four Rx module bays.
Rx1000 rasterizer – a compact 1U 19” rack-mount chassis with OLED display interface
with four Rx module bays.
Rx500 rasterizer – a compact 1U ½ rack width chassis with OLED display interface with
two Rx module bays.

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Rx2000
Description
The Rx2000 is a 2U rack mounted instrument that provides the following:
Two front panel TFT screens, one to display the selected input image and the other to
display the generator and analyzer menus and selected analyzer instrument panels such
as Waveform monitor, Vectorscope and Eye Pattern display.
Rasterised HDMI/SDI outputs to allow up to 16 individual instrument panels (windows)
to be displayed on a single DVI 1920 x 1080 resolution monitor. Ideal for outside
broadcast facilities and engineering bays where space is at a premium.
Individual input selection, for instant confidence and monitoring of feeds, using
dedicated source selection buttons.
Control via front panel controls, for in-bay use and remotely via a network connection
using a web browser.
Front panel audio monitoring, provided by high quality speakers and/or a head phone
socket, to allow the monitoring of the selected Audio channel.
4 Module slots allowing the installation of Analyzer and Generator modules.
Front Panel
The front panel provides access to the Video Confidence Display, the Instrument Display and
menu system.
Rear Panel
The rear panel provides the Rx instrument’s connections via the CPU module and the installed
Analyzer or Generator modules. See the “Modules” section for details of the different module
types.
The power for the Rx instrument is provided by a separate PSU unit that connects to the 4-pin
male XLR connector at the left of the instrument.
Specifications
See Appendix B for specifications

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Rx1000 Rasteriser
Description
The Rx1000 is a 1U rack mounted instrument that provides the following:
OLED display to allow the monitoring inputs and the selection of Monitor display,
Analyzer and Generator presets.
Rasterised HDMI/SDI outputs to allow up to 16 individual instrument panels (windows)
to be displayed on a single DVI 1920 x 1080 resolution monitor. Ideal for outside
broadcast facilities and engineering bays where space is at a premium.
Control via front panel controls, for in-bay use and remotely via a network connection
using a web browser.
Front panel audio monitoring, provided by high quality speakers and/or a head phone
socket, to allow the monitoring of the selected Audio channel.
4 Module slots allowing the installation of Analyzer and Generator modules.
Front Panel
The front panel provides access to the LCD Display and menu system to allow the instrument
to be configured and preset Monitor display, Analyzer and Generator settings to be recalled.
Rear Panel
The rear panel provides the Rx instrument’s connections via the CPU module and the installed
Analyzer or Generator modules. See the “Modules” section for details of the different module
types.
The power for the Rx instrument is provided by a separate PSU unit that connects to the 4-pin
male XLR connector at the left of the instrument.
Specifications
See Appendix B for specifications

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Description
Rx500 Rasteriser
Description
The Rx500 is a 1U, half rack width instrument (available with optional rack mount kit) that
provides the following:
OLED display to allow the monitoring inputs and the selection of Monitor display,
Analyzer and Generator presets.
Rasterised HDMI/SDI outputs to allow up to 16 individual instrument panels (windows)
to be displayed on a single DVI 1920 x 1080 resolution monitor. Ideal for outside
broadcast facilities and engineering bays where space is at a premium.
Control via front panel controls, for in-bay use and remotely via a network connection
using a web browser.
Front panel head phone socket to allow the monitoring of the selected Audio channel.
2 Module slots allowing the installation of Analyzer and Generator modules.
Front Panel
The front panel provides access to the LCD Display and menu system to allow the instrument
to be configured and preset Monitor display, Analyzer and Generator settings to be recalled.
Rear Panel
The rear panel provides the Rx instrument’s connections via the CPU module and the installed
Analyzer or Generator modules. See the “Modules” section for details of the different module
types.
The power for the Rx instrument is provided by a separate PSU unit that connects to the 4-pin
male XLR connector at the left of the instrument.
Specifications
See Appendix B for specifications

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Rx Modules
Overview
The Rx range can be configured with a range of plug-in modules (printed circuit boards with
dedicated hardware for specific functions) that enable functionality in the software an allow
different menus to be selected on the front panel (Rx2000) and allow different Instrument
panels (windows) to be created on the Monitor output.
Note that the Monitor Output - “System Status” menu can be used to inspect which Modules
have been installed in the Rx instrument. See the “Monitor Output” section for details.
CPU Module
At the heart of every Rx product is the CPU module. Here signals from each installed
instrument module are processed to provide a variety of instrument displays. Unhindered by
stacked processing restraints, the CPU board creates an output display at an industry leading
1920 x 1080 pixels with perfect scaling via simultaneous HDMI and/or SDI outputs. In practice
the Rx acts like a Test & Measurement multi-viewer providing scaled instruments from any
selected video/audio input.
REF
CPU
AES
IN SDI OUT HDMI USB LAN GPIO
REF
CPU
AES
IN SDI OUT HDMI USB LAN GPIO
The CPU board also provides AES input, Bi/Tri level looping reference, 8 channel GPI, LTC
input and stereo analogue audio output to meet ‘competitive tender’ requirements. Dual USB
ports are provided for mouse and keyboard control. Ethernet provides remote access via web
browser and is also the method for updating firmware and software from PHABRIX’s dedicated
server.
REF [75 Ω BNC] Is an SD-SDI or HD-SDI locking reference signal, high impeadance loop
through that allows the Rx instrument to be locked to a studio reference.
AES IN [75 Ω BNC] Is an AES audio input conforming to AES3-2003 and SMPTE-276M
SDI OUT [75 Ω BNC] Is an SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal generator output that provides test
signals generated by the on-board Generator module on the CPU board. This
output can also be used to provide an SDI monitor output tied to the HDMI
monitor output.
HDMI [HDMI Type A] Is a DVI 1920 x 1080 resolution monitor output that allows upto
16 individual instrument panels (or windows) to be displayed.
USB [USB Series A] Are standard USB 2 connections provided for connection of a
keyboard and mouse to control the HDMI monitor output.
LAN [RJ-45] Is a 10/100-base-T connection allowing the Rx instrument to be connected
into a network and accessed via TCP/IP so that it can be controlled remotely.
GPIO [26-way D-type] provides a GPI (general purpose input), LTC control and analogue
audio connections.
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1 Data Terminal Equipment - Transmit (TX) (RS-232 compatible)
2 Data Terminal Equipment - Receive (RX) (RS-232 compatible)
3 Data Terminal Equipment - Request to Send (RTS)
4 Data Terminal Equipment - Clear to Send (CTS)

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Description
5 Longitudinal Timecode (LTC) - Receive (RX) P (RS-422 compatible)
6 Longitudinal Timecode (LTC) - Receive (RX) N (RS-422 compatible)
7 Audio Line Out - Right (1V peak-to-peak analogue audio, full scale 0dBFS)
8 Audio Line Out - Left (1V peak-to-peak analogue audio, full scale 0dBFS)
9 5 Volt, current-limted GPIO supply for ‘open drain’ input/outputs.
10-18signal ground / 0 Volt
19 GPIO - 0 (open drain with 10K ohm pull-up to +5 Volts)
20 GPIO - 1 (open drain with 10K ohm pull-up to +5 Volts)
21 GPIO - 2 (open drain with 10K ohm pull-up to +5 Volts)
22 GPIO - 3 (open drain with 10K ohm pull-up to +5 Volts)
23 GPIO - 4 (open drain with 10K ohm pull-up to +5 Volts)
24 GPIO - 5 (open drain with 10K ohm pull-up to +5 Volts)
25 GPIO - 6 (open drain with 10K ohm pull-up to +5 Volts)
26 GPIO - 7 (open drain with 10K ohm pull-up to +5 Volts)
Single Analyzer, Dual Input
OPTICAL
A AB LP2 IN2 LP1 IN1
The PHRXM-A module allows 2 connected
SDI or Optical video signals to be present
continuously and switched for analysis or
display by the single analyzer channel as
required.
The PHRXM-A module provides the following connections:
IN1 - LP1 [75 Ω BNC] Is an SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal, high impedance loop through
that allows the Rx instrument to analyse the connected input.
IN2 - LP2 [75 Ω BNC] Is a second SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal, high impedance loop
through that allows the Rx instrument to analyse the connected input.
OPTICAL Allows a Video Transceiver (SFP Optical) module to be installed.
Only single transmitter, single receiver modules that are compliant to
SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 292M, and SMPTE 259M are supported.
Single Analyzer, Dual Input, Physical Layer Measurement
OPTICAL
AE AB LP2 IN2 LP1 IN1
OPTICAL
AE AB LP2 IN2 LP1 IN1
The PHRXM-AE module allows 2 connected
SDI or Optical video signals to be present
continuously and selected for analysis or
display as required.
The PHRXM-AE module provides the following connections:
IN1 - LP1 [75 Ω BNC] Is an SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal, high impedance loop through
that allows the Rx instrument to analyse the connected input.
IN2 - LP2 [75 Ω BNC] Is a second SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal, high impedance loop
through that allows the Rx instrument to analyse the connected input.
OPTICAL Allows a Video Transceiver (SFP Optical) module to be installed.
Only single transmitter, single receiver modules that are compliant to
SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 292M, and SMPTE 259M are supported.