Phabrix RX1000 User manual

Copyright © PHABRIX Ltd 2014
PHRX1000-201 2
Rx 1000/500 Operation Manual
Software Release 0.09.0024
Manual Revision 2
PHABRIX®
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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.
The BNC connectors fitted on this unit are 75Ω type which are not compatible with 50Ω plugs.
The use of 50Ω plugs will permanently damage the connectors on the unit. The
use of 50Ω plugs is considered to be misuse of the equipment and will therefore
invalidate the unit’s warranty.
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.
RoHS Compliance
PHABRIX products are designed and manufactured using only RoHS compliant components
and materials. Therefore based on information provided by our suppliers, PHABRIX certifies
that ALL products that it manufactures are “RoHS-5” compliant and that they do not exceed
the designated levels of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated
biphenyl (PBB) and polybrominated diphenyl ether flame retardants (PBDE) legislated under
the provisions of the “European Parliament and Council Directive” on the “Restriction of the
Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (2011/65/EC)” and
associated regulations collective known as the “RoHS Regulations”.
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
RoHS Compliance........................................................................................................iv
Disposal of Equipment ................................................................................................iv
Description
Rx Platform 1–3
Overview..................................................................................................................... 1–3
Rx 1000 Rasteriser..................................................................................................... 1–4
Description............................................................................................................. 1–4
Front Panel............................................................................................................. 1–4
Rear Panel ............................................................................................................. 1–4
Specifications ......................................................................................................... 1–4
Rx 500 Rasteriser....................................................................................................... 1–5
Description............................................................................................................. 1–5
Front Panel............................................................................................................. 1–5
Rear Panel ............................................................................................................. 1–5
Specifications ......................................................................................................... 1–5
Rx Modules................................................................................................................. 1–6
Overview ................................................................................................................ 1–6
CPU Module........................................................................................................... 1–6
Single Analyzer, Dual Input..................................................................................... 1–7
Single Analyzer, Dual Input, Physical Layer Measurement ..................................... 1–7
Single Analyzer, Single Generator ........................................................................... 1–7
AES Digital Audio Input / Output ............................................................................ 1–8
Single Analyzer, Single Generator, Physical Layer Measurement ............................ 1–8
Dual Output Generator Module.............................................................................. 1–8
Rx Software Options ................................................................................................... 1–9
Overview ................................................................................................................ 1–9
3G-SDI and advanced formats upgrade for Rx chassis........................................... 1–9
HD/SD-SDI Data Analyzer and Ancillary Packet analyzer ....................................... 1–9
Dolby analysis ....................................................................................................... 1–10
Dual analyzer for SDI input modules ...................................................................... 1–10
Advanced physical layer analysis........................................................................... 1–10
Enhanced remote control........................................................................................ 1–11
SDI-2K Formats...................................................................................................... 1–11
4 Channel Loudness ............................................................................................... 1–12
4 Channel Closed Caption....................................................................................... 1–12

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Front Panel
Front Panel Control 2–3
Turning on and off the instrument ............................................................................... 2–3
Navigation .................................................................................................................. 2–3
Preset Menu ............................................................................................................... 2–3
Inputs Menu................................................................................................................ 2–4
DHCP Mode Menu...................................................................................................... 2–4
Network Name............................................................................................................ 2–4
IP Address Menu......................................................................................................... 2–5
Gateway Menu ............................................................................................................ 2–5
Sub Net Mask Menu ................................................................................................... 2–6
DNS Server Menu ....................................................................................................... 2–6
GEN Type Menu .......................................................................................................... 2–6
GEN Lines Menu ......................................................................................................... 2–6
GEN Rate Menu .......................................................................................................... 2–6
GEN Pattern Menu...................................................................................................... 2–7
HDMI Output Menu.................................................................................................... 2–7
HDMI Rate Menu........................................................................................................ 2–7
Brightness Menu......................................................................................................... 2–7
Screensaver Menu....................................................................................................... 2–7
Software Version Menu ............................................................................................... 2–7
Remote Control Menu................................................................................................. 2–7
Monitor Output
Overview 3–3
HDMI Output.............................................................................................................. 3–3
Display Area................................................................................................................ 3–3
Locking Reference VITC and LTC .................................................................................. 3–4
Instrument Panel Re-sizing .......................................................................................... 3–4
Managing the Monitor Output .................................................................................... 3–5
Closing Open Panels (Windows).............................................................................. 3–5
Working with Multiple Analyzers ............................................................................ 3–5
Working with Multiple Generators .......................................................................... 3–6
Saving Monitor Display Layouts............................................................................. 3–6
Contextual Menus .................................................................................................. 3–6
Generator Panels 3–7
Overview..................................................................................................................... 3–7
Generator Video.......................................................................................................... 3–8
Output On.............................................................................................................. 3–8
Standard ................................................................................................................ 3–8
Colour Format ........................................................................................................ 3–8
Pattern................................................................................................................... 3–9
EDH........................................................................................................................ 3–13
Errors..................................................................................................................... 3–13
SMPTE 352............................................................................................................ 3–13
Ident ...................................................................................................................... 3–13
Generator Reference ................................................................................................... 3–14
Source.................................................................................................................... 3–14
Delay ..................................................................................................................... 3–14

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Generator Output Audio Menu.................................................................................... 3–15
Group n.................................................................................................................. 3–15
Source.................................................................................................................... 3–15
Inv.......................................................................................................................... 3–15
Link ........................................................................................................................ 3–15
Master ................................................................................................................... 3–15
4AES Module ......................................................................................................... 3–16
Analyzer Panels 3–17
Overview..................................................................................................................... 3–17
Picture ........................................................................................................................ 3–18
Timecode Display................................................................................................... 3–18
Safe Area Generator............................................................................................... 3–19
Sample, Line and Field Selection ............................................................................ 3–19
Cursors and Zoom .................................................................................................. 3–19
Closed Caption / Subtitle Display............................................................................ 3–20
Gamut Error Indication........................................................................................... 3–21
Native Resolution Picture Display .......................................................................... 3–21
Data View / Signal Data............................................................................................... 3–22
Type ....................................................................................................................... 3–22
Waveform Monitor ...................................................................................................... 3–23
Waveform Type ...................................................................................................... 3–23
Waveform Scale ..................................................................................................... 3–23
Cursors................................................................................................................... 3–24
All, Line and Sample............................................................................................... 3–25
Setup Button Dialogue ........................................................................................... 3–25
Vectorscope................................................................................................................. 3–26
Eye.............................................................................................................................. 3–27
Overview ................................................................................................................ 3–27
Causes of Jitter ...................................................................................................... 3–27
Eye Display ............................................................................................................ 3–28
Jitter Filters............................................................................................................ 3–29
Jitter Meter Ranges ............................................................................................... 3–29
Advanced Jitter Analysis (Option)........................................................................... 3–30
Jitter ........................................................................................................................... 3–31
SDI Errors ................................................................................................................... 3–32
EDH/CRC ERRORS.................................................................................................. 3–32
EDH DATA .............................................................................................................. 3–32
Cable Length .......................................................................................................... 3–33
Active Picture CRC.................................................................................................. 3–33
Input Status ................................................................................................................ 3–34
Payload ID – SMPTE 352 ...................................................................................... 3–34
Video Format ......................................................................................................... 3–34
Video Timing ............................................................................................................... 3–35
ANC Status (SDI Analysis Option) ............................................................................... 3–36
ANC Inspector (SDI Analysis Option)........................................................................... 3–39
ANC Inspector Setup .............................................................................................. 3–40
Error Triggers ......................................................................................................... 3–40
Audio Meters .............................................................................................................. 3–41
Audio Phase Meters ............................................................................................... 3–41
Meter Setup ........................................................................................................... 3–42
4AES Module ......................................................................................................... 3–42
Dolby Metadata Analysis....................................................................................... 3–42
Dolby Decoder module........................................................................................... 3–42

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SDI Audio Status......................................................................................................... 3–43
Lissajous ..................................................................................................................... 3–43
Loudness Meters......................................................................................................... 3–44
Mode ..................................................................................................................... 3–44
Input and Source.................................................................................................... 3–44
Setup ..................................................................................................................... 3–45
Loudness Logging................................................................................................... 3–45
Confidence Check ................................................................................................... 3–46
Dolby Meta-data (Dolby Analyzer Option) ................................................................... 3–47
Overview ................................................................................................................ 3–47
Dolby E .................................................................................................................. 3–47
Dolby Digital .......................................................................................................... 3–47
Dolby Digital Plus................................................................................................... 3–48
Analyser Reference ................................................................................................ 3–48
Source selection ..................................................................................................... 3–49
Dolby Framing Values ............................................................................................ 3–49
Dolby E Programme configuration.......................................................................... 3–49
Dolby Digital Programme configuration ................................................................. 3–50
Dolby Digital Plus Programme configuration.......................................................... 3–50
Programme Metadata............................................................................................ 3–50
Peak Metering........................................................................................................ 3–52
System Panels 3–53
Overview..................................................................................................................... 3–53
Network ...................................................................................................................... 3–54
Network Setup ....................................................................................................... 3–54
Remote Control of Rx Instrument (Cost Option) ...................................................... 3–55
Engineer...................................................................................................................... 3–56
Clear Memories...................................................................................................... 3–56
Default Settings...................................................................................................... 3–56
Software Upgrade .................................................................................................. 3–56
HDMI/CPU SDI Setup / HDMI/SDI Output................................................................... 3–58
HDMI Output ......................................................................................................... 3–58
CPU SDI Output ..................................................................................................... 3–58
Using SDI output as Test Pattern Generator ........................................................... 3–59
Using HDMI over SDI ............................................................................................. 3–59
External Locking Reference .................................................................................... 3–59
System Info ................................................................................................................. 3–60
Setting User Language ........................................................................................... 3–60
Changing Options Security Code ............................................................................ 3–60
Software Upgrade .................................................................................................. 3–60
Board Status............................................................................................................... 3–62
Board (Module) ...................................................................................................... 3–62
Hardware Status .................................................................................................... 3–62
System Temperature............................................................................................... 3–62
Voltages ................................................................................................................. 3–62
SFP ........................................................................................................................ 3–62
Date/Time Setup ......................................................................................................... 3–63
Changing The Date/Time ........................................................................................ 3–63
Changing the Date Format: .................................................................................... 3–63
Audio Monitoring Setup .............................................................................................. 3–64
Speaker / Headphone............................................................................................. 3–64
Rear Panel Audio ................................................................................................... 3–64
Time Code Setup......................................................................................................... 3–65
Default Window Size.................................................................................................... 3–65

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Logging Panels 3–67
Overview..................................................................................................................... 3–67
Event Log.................................................................................................................... 3–67
Log Setup.................................................................................................................... 3–68
Audio Thresholds.................................................................................................... 3–68
Video Status........................................................................................................... 3–68
AES Status ............................................................................................................. 3–69
Dolby E Status (Requires Dolby E Analysis Option) ................................................ 3–69
Logging .................................................................................................................. 3–69
Log Time Limit........................................................................................................ 3–69
Eye Log Setup / Log Eye Jitter..................................................................................... 3–70
Jitter Thresholds .................................................................................................... 3–70
Eye Timings............................................................................................................ 3–70
Eye Amplitude........................................................................................................ 3–70
Log ANC Status........................................................................................................... 3–71
Preset Memories 3–73
Overview..................................................................................................................... 3–73
Defining Preset Content .............................................................................................. 3–73
Generator Section .................................................................................................. 3–73
Analyser Section .................................................................................................... 3–74
Misc Section........................................................................................................... 3–74
Saving Presets ............................................................................................................ 3–74
Recalling Presets......................................................................................................... 3–74
Renaming Presets ....................................................................................................... 3–75
Adding Additional Presets........................................................................................... 3–75
Clearing Presets.......................................................................................................... 3–75
Exporting Presets ....................................................................................................... 3–75
Disk Space Considerations .......................................................................................... 3–75
System Reference 3–77
Overview..................................................................................................................... 3–77
Free Run ..................................................................................................................... 3–78
External Reference...................................................................................................... 3–78
SDI / FIB ..................................................................................................................... 3–78
Admin Menus 3–79
USB Disk Connected Window ...................................................................................... 3–79

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Browser Control
Browser Control 4–3
Overview..................................................................................................................... 4–3
HDMI Link .................................................................................................................. 4–3
Event Log Link ............................................................................................................ 4–3
Status Link.................................................................................................................. 4–4
Screen Dumps Link ..................................................................................................... 4–4
Glossary
Glossary of Terms A–3
Specification
Rx Platform B–3
Overview.....................................................................................................................B–3
Rx1000 Rasteriser B–5
Description .................................................................................................................B–5
Environmental Requirements ......................................................................................B–5
Dimensions .................................................................................................................B–6
Front Panel Dimensions..........................................................................................B–6
Top Panel Dimensions.............................................................................................B–6
Side Panel Dimensions ...........................................................................................B–6
Front Panel .................................................................................................................B–7
Front Panel Display ................................................................................................B–7
Rear Panel ..................................................................................................................B–7
Power Connection...................................................................................................B–7
External Locking Reference ....................................................................................B–7
AES Input ...............................................................................................................B–8
SDI Out ..................................................................................................................B–8
HDMI .....................................................................................................................B–8
Local Control..........................................................................................................B–8
Networking.............................................................................................................B–8
GPIO ......................................................................................................................B–9
Rx500 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

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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 ......................................................................................................................B–15
Rx Modules B–17
Single Analyzer, Dual Input .........................................................................................B–17
Analyzer SDI Inputs................................................................................................B–17
Analyzer SDI Outputs.............................................................................................B–17
Analyzer Optical Inputs..........................................................................................B–17
Analyzer Functionality............................................................................................B–17
Single Analyzer, Dual Input, Physical Layer Measurement ...........................................B–18
Analyzer SDI Inputs................................................................................................B–18
Analyzer SDI Outputs.............................................................................................B–18
Analyzer Optical Inputs..........................................................................................B–18
Analyzer Functionality............................................................................................B–19
Single Analyzer, Single Generator................................................................................B–20
Analyzer SDI Input..................................................................................................B–20
Analyzer SDI Output...............................................................................................B–20
Analyzer Optical Input............................................................................................B–20
Generator Optical Ouput........................................................................................B–20
Analyzer Functionality............................................................................................B–21
Generator Functionality..........................................................................................B–21
Single Analyzer, Single Generator, Physical Layer Measurement..................................B–22
Analyzer SDI Input..................................................................................................B–22
Analyzer SDI Output...............................................................................................B–22
Analyzer Optical Input............................................................................................B–22
Generator Optical Output ......................................................................................B–22
Generator Functionality..........................................................................................B–23
Analyzer Functionality............................................................................................B–23
Dual Output Generator Module ..................................................................................B–24
Generator Optical Outputs.....................................................................................B–24
Generator Functionality..........................................................................................B–24
AES Digital Audio Input / Output.................................................................................B–25
Supported Video Formats B–27
SD 270 Mb/s..........................................................................................................B–27
HD 1.485 Gb/s (SMPTE 292M)..............................................................................B–27
Dual Link 1.485 Gb/s (SMPTE 327M) ....................................................................B–28
3G Level-A 2.97 Gb/s (SMPTE 425M-A).................................................................B–30
3G Level-B 2.97 Gb/s (SMPTE 425-B) ....................................................................B–31
Built-in Generator Formats (CPU Module)...............................................................B–32

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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–9
Reverting to a Earlier Version of Software ...................................................................C–9
FTP Connection...........................................................................................................C–10
Rx File Structure .........................................................................................................C–10
Backups .................................................................................................................C–10
Patterns .................................................................................................................C–10
Scripts....................................................................................................................C–11
Setup .....................................................................................................................C–11
Idents.....................................................................................................................C–11
Fonts ......................................................................................................................C–11
Loudness................................................................................................................C–11
Applications
Audio Configuration D–3
Overview.....................................................................................................................D–3
Audio Channel Selection for Measurement and Analysis .............................................D–3
Embedded Audio Input ...........................................................................................D–3
AES Audio Input .....................................................................................................D–4
Decoded Dolby Audio (Dolby Decoder module) ......................................................D–5
Audio Monitoring ........................................................................................................D–6
Speaker / Headphone Audio monitoring .................................................................D–6
Rear Panel monitoring............................................................................................D–7
HDMI output monitoring ........................................................................................D–7
HDMI over SDI monitoring .....................................................................................D–7
Audio Routing .............................................................................................................D–8
AES Audio Output ..................................................................................................D–8
Generator SDI Audio Output...................................................................................D–8

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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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Rx 1000 Rasteriser
Description
The Rx 1000 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
PresetRemote CTRL
Vol:-30dB Group 1
Input
Next/Prev
Memory
1Memory 2Memory 3Memory 4
Memory
1Memory 5Memory 6
The front panel provides access to the OLED 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 500 Rasteriser
Description
The Rx 500 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
PresetRemote CTRL
Vol:-30dB Group 1
Input
Next/Prev
Memory
1Memory 2Memory 3Memory 4
Memory
1Memory 5Memory 6
The front panel provides access to the OLED 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. 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 Bi/Tri level looping reference that allows the Rx instrument to be locked to a studio
reference.
AES IN Is an AES audio input
SDI OUT 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 Is a DVI 1920 x 1080 resolution monitor output that allows up to 16 individual
instrument panels (or windows) to be displayed.
Note that on some HDMI® monitors this output may appear too sharp causing
ringing on the edges of text and menus. This can be resolved by reducing the
monitor’s image sharpness setting.
USB Are standard USB 2 connections provided for connection of a keyboard and
mouse to control the HDMI® monitor output.
LAN 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 Provides a GPI (general purpose input), LTC control and analogue audio
connections.

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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.
IN1 - LP1 SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal, high impedance loop through that allows the Rx
instrument to analyse the connected input.
IN2 - LP2 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.
Note that for Dual Link analysis the Link 1 signal must be connected to “IN1” BNC connector
and the Link 2 signal must be connected to “IN2” BNC connector on the same Anayzer module.
Likewise if Fibre is being used Link 1 should connect to “OPTICAL A” and Link 2 should connect
to “OPTICAL B”.
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.
IN1 - LP1 Is an SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal, high impedance loop through that allows the
Rx instrument to analyse the connected input.
IN2 - LP2 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.
Note that for Dual Link analysis the Link 1 signal must be connected to “IN1” BNC connector
and the Link 2 signal must be connected to “IN2” BNC connector on the same Anayzer module.
Likewise if Fibre is being used Link 1 should connect to “OPTICAL A” and Link 2 should connect
to “OPTICAL B”
Single Analyzer, Single Generator
OPTICAL
AG ANAGEN
OUT INOUTOUT
SDI
GEN
SDI
ANA
The PHRXM-AG module allows a single
connected SDI or Optical video signal to
be monitored continuously and allows the
generation of a single SDI or Optical video
test signal.
SDI ANA IN Is an SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal, high impedance loop through to “SDI ANA
OUT” that allows the Rx instrument to analyse the input.
SDI GEN OUT Are 2 identical SD-SDI or HD-SDI generator output that provide a test signal
generated by the PHRXM-AG module.
OPTICAL Allows a Video Transceiver (SFP Optical) module to be installed.
GEN - provides a test signal generated by the PHRXM-AG module.
ANA - allows the Rx instrument to analyse the connected input.

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Description
AES Digital Audio Input / Output
AES
AES AESAESAES
IO_B IO_AIO_CIO_D
The PHRXM-4AES module allows 4 x AES
digital audio pairs to be routed to the Audio
Meter and Loudness instruments. It also
allows AES audio to be used by Generator
modules and allows Embedded SDI audio
channels to be output as AES audio
AES IO_A Is an AES digital audio pair input/output.
AES IO_B Is an AES digital audio pair input/output.
AES IO_C Is an AES digital audio pair input/output.
AES IO_D Is an AES digital audio pair input/output.
Single Analyzer, Single Generator, Physical Layer Measurement
OPTICAL
AGE ANAGEN
OUT INOUTOUT
SDI
GEN
SDI
ANA
The PHRXM-AGE module allows a single
connected SDI or Optical video signal to
be monitored continuously and allows the
generation of a single SDI or Optical video
test signal.
SDI ANA IN Is an SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal, high impedance loop through to “SDI ANA
OUT” that allows the Rx instrument to analyse the input.
SDI GEN OUT Are 2 identical SD-SDI or HD-SDI generator output that provide a test signal
generated by the PHRXM-AG module.
OPTICAL Allows a Video Transceiver (SFP Optical) module to be installed.
GEN - provides a test signal generated by the PHRXM-AG module.
ANA - allows the Rx instrument to analyse the connected input.
Dual Output Generator Module
OPTICAL
GG GEN-AGEN-B
OUT OUTOUTOUT
SDI
GEN-B
SDI
GEN-A
OPTICAL
GG GEN-AGEN-B
OUT OUTOUTOUT
SDI
GEN-B
SDI
GEN-A
The PHRXM-GDL module allows the
generation of a two independent SDI or
Optical video test signals with the same
video format, colour space and frame rate
for Dual link use.
SDI GEN-A OUT Are 2 identical SD-SDI or HD-SDI generator output that provide a test signal
generated by the PHRXM-GDL module.
SDI GEN-B OUT Are 2 identical SD-SDI or HD-SDI generator output that provide a test signal
generated by the PHRXM-GDL module.
OPTICAL Allows a Video Transceiver (SFP Optical) module to be installed.
GEN-A - provides a test signal generated by the PHRXM-GG module.
GEN-B - provides a test signal generated by the PHRXM-GG module.
Note that for Dual Link test pattern generation both Output 1 and Output 2 must be enabled
on the Generator. The Link 1 signal is produced on the module’s “GEN A” output and the Link
2 signal is produced on the module’s “GEN B” output. Likewise if a Fibre connection is being
used the Link 1 signal is produced on “OPTICAL GEN A” and the Link 2 signal is produced on
“OPTICAL GEN B”.