Promax ATLAS NG User manual

ATLAS NG
UNIVERSAL BROADCAST
ANALYZER
-0 MI2130 -

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SAFETY NOTES
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paragraph.
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also appear as a Caution or Warning symbol.
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hazard or damage to this product or other property.
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USER’S MANUAL VERSION
Please update your equipment to the latest software version available.
Manual Version Web Publication Date Firmware Version
F0.0 February 2023 1.0.6

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SAFETY RULES
* The safety could not be assured if the instructions for use are not closely followed.
* Use this equipment connected only to systems with their negative of measurement
connected to ground potential.
* The AL-103 external DC charger is a Class I equipment, for safety reasons plug it to
a supply line with the corresponding ground terminal.
* This equipment can be used in Overvoltage Category I installations and Pollution
Degree 2 environments.
* External DC charger can be used in Overvoltage Category II, installation and Pollution
Degree 1 environments.
* When using some of the following accessories use only the specified ones to ensure
safety:
Rechargeable battery
External DC charger
Car lighter charger cable
Power cord
* Observe all specified ratings both of supply and measurement.
* Remember that voltages higher than 70 V DC or 33 V AC rms are dangerous.
* Use this instrument under the specified environmental conditions.
* When using the power adaptor, the negative of measurement is at ground potential.
* Do not obstruct the ventilation system of the instrument.
* Use for the signal inputs/outputs, specially when working with high levels, appropriate
low radiation cables.
* Follow the cleaning instructions described in the Maintenance paragraph.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
DESCRIPTIVE EXAMPLES OF OVER-VOLTAGE CATEGORIES
* Cat I: Low voltage installations isolated from the mains.
* Cat II: Portable domestic installations.
* Cat III: Fixed domestic installations.
* Cat IV: Industrial installations.
CAUTION: The battery used can present danger of fire or chemical burn if it is
severely mistreat. Do not disassembly, cremate or heat the battery
above 100 °C under no circumstances.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................ 1
1.1. Description ............................................................................................ 1
2. SETTING UP .............................................................................................. 3
2.1. Package Content .................................................................................... 3
2.2. Power ................................................................................................... 3
2.2.2.Charging the Battery ................................................................................................. 4
2.2.1.First Charge .............................................................................................................4
2.2.3.Charge / Discharge Times .......................................................................................... 5
2.2.4.Energy Saving .......................................................................................................... 5
2.2.5.Smart Control Battery ................................................................................................ 5
2.2.6.Usage Tips ...............................................................................................................6
2.3. Equipment Details .................................................................................. 7
2.5. Reset...................................................................................................10
2.4. Switching On/Off...................................................................................10
2.6. Icons ...................................................................................................11
2.7. Home Menu ..........................................................................................12
2.8.1.RF Terrestrial signal tuning ........................................................................................13
2.8.2.RF Satellite signal tuning ...........................................................................................13
2.8. Practical examples.................................................................................13
3. SETTINGS AND PREFERENCES ................................................................. 15
3.1. Settings Menu.......................................................................................15
3.1.1.General Settings ......................................................................................................15
3.1.2.TV Analyzer Settings .................................................................................................17
3.1.3.IPTV Settings ...........................................................................................................18
3.1.4.Spectrum Analyzer Settings .......................................................................................19
3.2. Interface Menu .....................................................................................19
4. TV ANALYZER .......................................................................................... 21
4.1. Introduction .........................................................................................21
4.2. TV Analyzer Screen ...............................................................................22
4.3. Tuning Settings.....................................................................................23
4.4. Tools ...................................................................................................24
4.4.1.Spectrum ................................................................................................................24
4.4.2.Measurement ...........................................................................................................26
4.4.3.Signal Parameters ....................................................................................................28
4.4.4.Video ......................................................................................................................29
4.4.5.Recording ................................................................................................................30
4.4.6.Constellation ...........................................................................................................31
4.4.7.Video Values ............................................................................................................33
4.4.8.MER by Carrier .........................................................................................................34
4.4.9.Echoes ....................................................................................................................35
4.4.10.FM RDS Parameters ................................................................................................36
4.4.11.Transport Stream Analyzer ......................................................................................38
4.4.12.Transport Stream Tables .........................................................................................38
4.4.13.Transport Stream Bitrate .........................................................................................39
4.4.14.Transport Stream PIDs ............................................................................................41
4.4.15.Transport Stream Alarms .........................................................................................42
5. SPECIFICATIONS ATLAS NG ................................................................... 44
5.1. General................................................................................................44
5.2. TV Analyzer Mode..................................................................................48
5.2.1.Supported Standards ................................................................................................48
5.2.2.TV Analyzer Tools .....................................................................................................53
5.3. Spectrum Analyzer Mode........................................................................54
5.4. IPTV Mode............................................................................................55

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5.6. SDI Mode .............................................................................................56
5.5. ASI Mode .............................................................................................56
5.7. Options................................................................................................57
6. MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................ 58
6.1. Instructions for Returning by Mail ............................................................58
6.2. Considerations about the Screen .............................................................58
6.3. Cleaning Recommendations ....................................................................58
7. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ................................................................... 60
8. MULTIMEDIA CONTENT ........................................................................... 61
9. INDEX ..................................................................................................... 62

February 2023 1 Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION
UNIVERSAL BROADCAST ANALYZER
ATLAS
NG
1 INTRODUCTION
The new ATLAS NG is the eighth generation of field meters that PROMAX
launches. As each new generation, it represents an evolution from the previous,
since it integrates the latest technological innovations and develops applications
for the new demands and needs that have emerged in recent years.
The new ATLAS NG has been created with the aim to make easy the user
experience. Everything has been designed so the equipment can be fully
operated using the 10” multitouch display (even using wearing gloves). The
friendly interface has been designed so the user has a simple tool to use but
powerful. The new outer frame offers extreme ruggedness maximizing grip and
ease of handling.
Figure 1.
The ATLAS NG is a universal analyzer that covers the most stringent
requirements for broadcast professionals. It covers all standards developed by
the DVB consortium, as well as the ATSC standard, including the next generation
versions for these standards, like the 3.0 and S2X.
Besides the basic functions of TV meter and spectrum analyzer for terrestrial and
satellite band, the ATLAS NG can analyze signals from IPTV, Transport
Streams, SDI, WiFi, OTT and fiber optics. The frequency range arrives to 6 GHz,
covering the S and C bands, used by technologies like teleports or broadband
wireless.
1.1 Description

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The ATLAS NG has a variety of input-output connectors that allows it to work
with most of the broadcast signals: N-type universal, 1PPS, FC/APC, ASI-SDI,
SFP+, HDMI, Ethernet among others. It can be connected to a network and be
remotely managed very easily using a standard browser.
In an effort to facilitate its work to professionals, our long experience ensures
an after sales quality service. In addition, there are software updates
periodically released, that add functions and improvements to the equipment.
The ATLAS NG
has been designed and developed entirely in the European
Union. A multidisciplinary team of highly qualified professionals has dedicated
effort and commitment to the development of a powerful, efficient and reliable
tool. During the manufacturing process, all used materials have been subjected
to a strict quality control.
Figure 2.
Introducing the ATLAS NG (01:30s)
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2 SETTING UP
Check that your package contains the following elements:
ATLAS NG Universal Analyzer.
External DC charger.
Mains cord for external DC charger.
Car lighter charger.
GPS receiver.
Dongle WiFi.
BNC/m-TV/f IEC adapter.
Aero N/m-F/f adapter.
N/m-BNC/f adapter.
Carrying bag.
Support belt.
4V/RCA Jack Cable.
Monopod.
Transport suitcase.
Quick Start Guide.
The ATLAS NG is powered by a 7.4 V built-in rechargeable Li-Po battery of high
quality and long operation time. This equipment can operate on battery or
connected to the mains using a DC adapter. An adapter is also supplied to use
with the power connector car (cigarette lighter).
2.1 Package Content
NOTE: Keep the original packaging, since it is specially designed to protect the
equipment. You may need it in the future to send the analyzer to be
calibrated.
2.2 Power

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The equipment comes with the battery half charged. Depending on the time
elapsed from first charge and environmental conditions may have lost some of
the charge. You should check the battery level. It is advisable a first full charge.
Connect the DC power adapter to the equipment through the power connector
on the left side panel (see figure).
Figure 2.
Then connect the DC power adapter to the mains via the mains cord. Ensure that
your mains voltage is compatible with the adapter voltage.
For a fast charging is necessary to switch off the equipment.
If the equipment is ON, the battery charge will be slower, depending on the type
of work you are doing. When connecting the equipment to the mains the mains
connected symbol appears inside the battery icon.
The Charger led indicates the battery status:
Red: Low charge level (below 30%).
Orange: Medium charge level (above 30%).
Green: High charge level (above 75%).
Blinking: Battery not detected.
Off: Battery is discharging.
When switching on the equipment, the battery voltage is checked. If the tension
is too weak to start, the equipment does not start up. In this case please charge
the battery immediately.
2.2.1 First Charge
2.2.2 Charging the Battery

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Average charging time with the equipment off (fast charge):
3 hours to achieve an 80% charge.
5 hours to achieve a 100% charge.
With the equipment on (slow charge):
5 hours to achieve an 80% charge.
8 hours to achieve a 100% charge.
Average discharge time (with external supply disabled):
With the battery full charge the average battery time is 5:00 hours.
With the battery at 80% charge the average battery time is 4 h.
These options are available in the menu Settings -> Appearance.
Power Off: It allows the user to select the time to power off, which is the
time after which the equipment shuts down automatically unless pressing
any key. Time options are: off, 1, 5, 10, 15, 30 o 60 minutes.
TFT Screen: User can select a time after which the TFT screen turns off,
but the equipment is still running normally. The equipment can measure
(for example, making a datalogger or channel exploration) and the battery
will last longer, about 10% more. The screen turns on by pressing any
key. Time options are: off, 1, 5, 10 or 30 minutes.
The built-in battery of the equipment is of the "smart" type, which means that
reports its state of charge. This information is displayed inside the battery icon
in the form of the average time available. In this way the user can know at any
time the remaining battery level.
The remaining time charge that appears is calculated according to the work that
has been doing. If you activate the external supply of the equipment, the
2.2.3 Charge / Discharge Times
2.2.4 Energy Saving
2.2.5 Smart Control Battery

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average time would be reduced according to the increase in consumption that
occurs.
The battery is losing storage capacity as you go through its life. Contact your
PROMAX distributor when necessary to replace the battery.
To extend battery life the user should follow these tips:
In case of providing a long inactivity period of the equipment it is
advisable to make every 3 months a charge / discharge cycle and a
subsequent partial charge (40% aprox.).
It is advisable to keep it in a cool place and away from heat.
You should avoid keeping the battery for a long period of time at full load
or fully discharged.
There is not necessary to wait to fully discharge before a charge because
these batteries have no memory effect.
2.2.6 Usage Tips

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Figure 3. Front View.
2.3 Equipment Details
Inputs and Outputs (03:13s)
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Figure 4. Left Side View.
1 HDMI output for HDMI 1.4 (UHD 4K).
2 USB Host/Device connector (selectable).
3 RJ45 connection for remote management.
4 Analogue Video/Audio input/output.
5 Power input connector.
6 LED indicator for battery charge level.

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Figure 5. Top View.
1 ON/OFF. Press for an instant to switch on/off.
2 USB 3.0 port for WiFi dongle, GPS receivers or USB drives.
3 RJ45 connector for IPTV or OTT signal analysis.
4 SFP+ transceiver compatible with GE and fiber optics.
5 ASI/SDI output signal.
6 ASI/SDI input signal.
7 Input for reference synchronism signal 1PPS or 10 MHz.
8 Radio frequency input signal (RF).
9 Fiber optics input*.
10 CAM module slot.
*. Available as option.

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►Switching On:
1 Press the ON/OFF button placed on the top of the equipment for few seconds.
2 The boot screen appears and also a progress bar that indicates the system
is loading.
3 After the system loads, it shows the same status before power off.
►Switching Off by button:
1 Press the ON/OFF button placed on the top of the equipment.
►Switching Off by software:
1 Press the switching off icon at the main screen.
2 Select “Power Off” or “Reboot”.
►Switching Off by software (Energy save):
1 Press the Settings icon from the main screen.
2 Press the Appearance icon .
3 The option "Power Off" allows the user to enable the automatic shutdown
option. Select a waiting time (time without pressing any key and the meter
not working) after which the equipment turns off automatically.
How to RESET: Hold down the ON/OFF key for few seconds until the equipment
switches off.
2.4 Switching On/Off
NOTE: The equipment keeps its last status (mode and screen) which is
recovered when power on.
2.5 Reset

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When to RESET:
When it crashes and does not respond to any key.
When it does not switch on.
When it does not finish the boot process.
Icons on screen provide useful information about the equipoment:
2.6 Icons
Icon Description Icon Description
Attenuator: The input signal has an
adequate level.
Signal Quality according to threshold: Correct
quality.
Attenuator: The input signal is over-
attenuatedl.
Signal Quality according to threshold: Quality
close to threshold.
Attenuator: The input signal is
saturated.
Signal Quality according to threshold: Not
acceptable quality.
RF Input Impedance: 50 Ohms. Outdoor unit power supply: Power off.
RF Input Impedance: 75 Ohms. Outdoor unit power supply: It shows selected
voltage.
Battery charging. Outdoor unit power supply: It shows selected
voltage and 22 kHz signal activated.
Battery in use.

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To access the Home Menu from any screen press the PROMAX logo at the
left bottom corner.
From the Main Menu you can access the main tools as described below.
TV Analyzer: Tool to analyze and demodulate terrestrial, CATV or
FM signals (from 45 to 1000 MHz) and satellite (from 250 to 2350 MHz)
(for more details refer to “TV ANALYZER” on page 21).
Spectrum Analyzer: Tool to tune and measure RF (power and C/N)
signal from 5 MHz to 6 GHz.
IPTV: Tool to inspect in detail IPTV streams.
ASI: Tool to analyze TS signals.
SDI: Tool to analyze SD-SDI, HD-SDI and 3G-SDI.
Manual: Quick guide and complete user manual.
Settings: Access the settings menu (for more details refer to
“SETTINGS AND PREFERENCES” on page 15).
You can also swipe down from top screen to show the “Inputs & outputs menu”
to manage dataloggers, notifications, workspaces and also to adjust volume and
brightness.
2.7 Home Menu
Main Menu (05:23s)
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The next section is a general explanation of how to tune a terrestrial or a satellite
RF signal, step by step. If you have any doubt, check the specific chapter to get
more details.
1 Connect the RF input signal cable to the RF input connector.
2 Press Settings .
3 Press StealthID and select the type of signals you want to identify
automatically when it is searching a signal (in this case should be terrestrial
signals as DVB-T, DVB-T2, etc.).
4 Press to return to the Home menu.
5 From the Home Menu press on the TV Analyzer .
6 On the main panel, press and select the Spectrum tool. On the small
panels, you can select other tools, like the video tool to watch the
demodulated signal or the measurements tool to check power and MER.
7 Swipe right from the left side or press on the bottom bar to display the tuning
menu.
8 Select the terrestrial band .
9 Select type of tuning: frequency or channel .
10 If you tune by channel, then previously you have to select a channel plan
that contains the channels in your area. In case you do not find a proper
channel plan, you can add or create a new one.
11 Select Span (recommended value for terrestrial: 50 MHz).
12 Adjust the reference level.
13 Adjust your frequency or select a channel. You can also search your
frequency or channel by dragging left or right on the screen.
14 When you are on the carrier, it must be automatically locked and the bottom
tool bar should turn green. If is not locked, the bottom bar turns red.
15 If locked, it is automatically demodulated. On video tool shows the image
and on signal parameters shows all related parameters.
1 Connect the RF input signal cable to the RF input connector.
2.8 Practical examples
2.8.1 RF Terrestrial signal tuning
2.8.2 RF Satellite signal tuning

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2 Press Settings .
3 Press StealthID and select the type of signals you want to identify
automatically when it is searching a signal (in this case should be satellite
signals as DVB-S, DVB-S2, etc.).
4 Press to return to the Home menu.
5 From the Home Menu press on the TV Analyzer .
6 On the main panel, press and select the Spectrum tool on the main
panel. On the small panels, you can select another tools, like the video tool
to watch the demodulated signal or the measurements tool to check power
and MER.
7 Swipe right from the left side or press on the bottom bar to display the tuning
menu.
8 Select the satellite band .
9 Select type of tuning: frequency or channel .
10 If you tune by frequency, select the settings parameters: Supply voltage,
polarization and satellite band.
11 If you tune by channel, then previously you have to select a channel plan
that contains the channels for the satellite. In case you do not find a proper
channel plan, you can add or create a new one. Channels from channel
plan have pre-set parameters (supply voltage, polarization and satellite
band), so they cannot be changed from the Settings menu.
12 Select Span (recommended value for satellite: 100 MHz).
13 Adjust the reference level.
14 Adjust your frequency or select a channel. You can also search your
frequency or channel by dragging left or right on the screen.
15 When the marker is on the carrier, it must be automatically locked and the
bottom tool bar should turn green. If is not locked, the bottom bar turns red.
16 If locked, the signal is automatically demodulated. On video tool shows the
image and on signal parameters shows all parameters related.