Quartz Q16 User guide

Manual-01
Quartz
Q16/Q32
Routing Switcher
System Manual
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PREFACE
Thank you for buying a Quartz routing switcher. We are confident that you have made a sound
investment in equipment that will give satisfaction for many years to come. This manual is a complete
guide to the installation, operation and maintenance of your system.

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SAFETY
WARNING: Dangerously high voltages are present inside this equipment.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or
moisture.
WARNING: This equipment uses power/mains connectors fitted with earth pins. It is most
important as a matter of personal safety that the equipment is properly earthed.
CAUTION: This equipment may have more than one power supply cord. To reduce the risk of electric
shock, disconnect all power supply cords before servicing.
CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions
unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, plug each power supply cord into separate branch
circuits employing separate service grounds.
NEVER use flammable or combustible chemicals for cleaning components.
NEVER operate this product with any covers removed.
NEVER wet the inside of this product with any liquid.
NEVER bypass any fuse or replace any fuse with a value or type other than those specified.
NEVER operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.
NEVER block the airflow through ventilation slots.
NEVER expose this product to extremely low or high temperatures.
This product complies with the requirements of the product family standards for video, audio, audio-
visual entertainment, and lighting control apparatus for professional use as mentioned below.
EN60950 Safety
EN55103-1: 1996 Emission
EN55103-2: 1996 Immunity
EN504192 2005
Waste electrical products
should not be disposed of with
household waste. Contact
your Local Authority for
recycling advice
Quartz Electronics Ltd
Tested to comply
with FCC
Standards
For Home or Office Use
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) This device may cause harmful interference,
and
2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

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Contents
INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................................................6
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................................6
Unpacking...................................................................................................................................................................................6
Physical Installation ....................................................................................................................................................................6
Electrical Connections ................................................................................................................................................................6
Video Inputs and Outputs.....................................................................................................................................................6
Video Reference...................................................................................................................................................................7
Audio Inputs and Outputs.....................................................................................................................................................8
RS422 Data Routers ............................................................................................................................................................12
Relay Routers.......................................................................................................................................................................14
Remote Control - Q-link........................................................................................................................................................16
Remote Control - RS232/422 Computer Port.......................................................................................................................18
Alarm Connector ..................................................................................................................................................................19
Power ...................................................................................................................................................................................19
Configuring The Frames .............................................................................................................................................................21
Frame Mode: Master or Slave..............................................................................................................................................21
Serial Port Mode: Diagnostics or Protocol............................................................................................................................21
Serial Port Baud Rate: Default or User ................................................................................................................................21
Force Input: Force input or use battery back settings .........................................................................................................21
Address Switch.....................................................................................................................................................................22
Buzzer ..................................................................................................................................................................................22
Analogue Video Routers ......................................................................................................................................................22
Serial Digital Video Routers .................................................................................................................................................23
Analogue Audio Routers ......................................................................................................................................................23
AES/EBU Digital Audio Routers ...........................................................................................................................................23
WinSetup ....................................................................................................................................................................................23
GENERAL DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................................................................24
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................................24
Control System ...........................................................................................................................................................................26
Embedded Control: FU-0003 ...............................................................................................................................................27
System Controller: SC-1000.................................................................................................................................................27
Firmware Versions ...............................................................................................................................................................27
Address Switches.................................................................................................................................................................27
DIP Switches ........................................................................................................................................................................27
Status LED’s.........................................................................................................................................................................28
System Control Bus: Q-Link .................................................................................................................................................28
Serial Port.............................................................................................................................................................................29
Local Control Panel ..............................................................................................................................................................29
Serial Digital Video Routing........................................................................................................................................................29
Analogue Video Routing .............................................................................................................................................................30
Analogue Audio Routing .............................................................................................................................................................31
AES/EBU Digital Audio Routing..................................................................................................................................................33
RS422 Control Level Routing .....................................................................................................................................................34
Q32-PR- ...............................................................................................................................................................................34
Q1600-RR-1600 ...................................................................................................................................................................35
Tally Routing...............................................................................................................................................................................35
Power System.............................................................................................................................................................................35
Remote Control Panels...............................................................................................................................................................35
Technical Specification...............................................................................................................................................................37
Analog Video ........................................................................................................................................................................37
Analogue Audio ....................................................................................................................................................................38
Serial Digital Video ...............................................................................................................................................................39
AES/EBU Digital Audio.........................................................................................................................................................40
RS422 Control Level ............................................................................................................................................................41
MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................................................42
Maintenance Philosophy.............................................................................................................................................................42
Module Removal and Replacement............................................................................................................................................42
Fault Finding ...............................................................................................................................................................................42
Some Common Faults ................................................................................................................................................................43
Further Fault Finding ..................................................................................................................................................................43
Alignment....................................................................................................................................................................................43
Routine Maintenance..................................................................................................................................................................43

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INSTALLATION
Introduction
This section describes how to install your Q16/Q32 system with the minimum of fuss and time. The
system has been designed with the aim of being simple to install.
Unpacking
Carefully remove the equipment from the boxes and check it against the Packing List. This shows
what items have been shipped against your order and includes all options. Any error should be
reported to your supplier immediately. After you have unpacked the equipment please save all the
packing material as this could be useful in the future if the unit needs to be returned for maintenance.
Check each item supplied for transit damage. Any damage should be reported in detail to your
supplier. You must state the serial number of the unit (to be found on the rear or side of each unit).
Check that power cords supplied are suitable for your country and that the equipment has been set to
the correct mains (line) voltage. Note that standard remote panels are mains powered and must also
be checked. Instructions are to be found later in this section on how to change the voltage.
Do NOT change any DIP switch or rotary switch settings at this stage as these will have been
correctly set before leaving the factory.
Physical Installation
All frames are designed for mounting in standard 19" equipment racks. When preparing for
installation bear in mind that the modules are plugged in from the front and extra space is required for
the modules to mount on an extender module. You should allow at least 800mm clearance at the front
for maintenance.
The depth of most router frames is 485mm plus connectors from the front of the equipment rack. In
addition allowance must be made for the high numbers of cables to be installed at the rear of the
frame.
Power dissipation in most frames is relatively low and cooling is achieved by natural convection
through the sides of the frame. In the interests of long term reliability it is advisable, where possible, to
leave a 1U gap or to fit a unit with a depth of less than 200mm above every fourth 1U or 2U frame.
The Q16 & Q32 Serial Digital Video Routers are fan cooled, drawing cool air in from the front of the
frame and expelling it to the left-hand and right-hand sides of the frame. It is important that the
ventilation slots in the lid of this unit are not obstructed; it is perfectly acceptable to install a control
panel or another shallow unit immediately above the unit but not another frame.
The Q32 Analogue Audio Router is fan cooled, drawing cool air in from the front of the frame and
expelling it at the left-hand and right-hand sides of the frame.
In all cases, it is important to keep the apertures clear of obstructions e.g. cables.
Electrical Connections
The views of the rear panel of the Q16 and Q32 frames at the end of this section show the
connections.
Video Inputs and Outputs
These connections are made using standard video 75Ωcoaxial cable. A high quality cable such as
PSF1/2 (TF3255) or PSF1/3 (TF3304) or equivalents should be used for optimum performance. It is
both important and good practice that cables are properly supported and not hanging on the

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connectors as this can put unnecessary stresses on the connectors and possibly reduce their working
life.
The video inputs are terminated within the equipment. The video outputs are single outputs on Q16
and Q32.
The Q16 (1U) Serial Video and Analog Video Frame
The Q32 (2U) Serial Video and Analog Video Frame
The 2U video frame shown above can also be used for unbalanced digital audio, refer to the audio
information later in this section.
The 2U frame has an alarm connector used to report the status of the power supplies and control
processor. Each PSU and the controller have a relay with normally open contacts that are held
closed for a working system. Three contact pairs are provided as follows:
Pins 1, 2 Upper PSU
Pins 3, 4 Lower PSU
Pins 5, 6 Processor major error (Major Error LED, Reset)
Pins 7, 8 No connection
Video Reference
The Ref input is a looping input. Any video signal with standard syncs may be used as a reference
signal to determine when cuts are made during vertical (picture) blanking. Whilst a burst is not
required the use of colour black is the most commonly available signal and is preferred. This can be
looped through into a video input on composite video systems.
Mixed sync pulses of 2v amplitude may also be used. 4v pulses can be used but a modification is
required to the main video router module and involves the addition of a single 4.7K 5% resistor.
Note: If one of the looping input connectors is not used then a 75Ωterminator plug must be fitted on
the unused connector. Otherwise the level on the line will be twice that expected, and may cause
incorrect operation of other equipment attached to the line.
If no reference signal is connected then the unit will switch at random intervals at a rate of about
40Hz.

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Audio Inputs and Outputs
The connections of the audio signals to the equipment are made using 50 way multi-way connectors.
One connector is used for 16 inputs and another for 16 outputs. The same type or polarity of
connector is used for inputs and outputs. A larger drawing is included at the end of this section.
Standard D50 pin-out
D50 pin-out for 16x4 dual audio
D50 pin- out for 16x8 dual audio
The mating halves of these connectors are PLUG types and available as options (AK-0006). They are
not supplied as standard because many customers prefer to buy their connectors in bulk and prepare
the cables in advance of the equipment being shipped.
Each connector has three pins for each signal: signal hot (+), signal cold (-) and screen. The same
pattern of wiring is used on all connectors (except Q16-AA-1604 and 1608, see above), i.e. Input 1 is
wired the same as Output 1. All the connectors on the rear of the frames are sockets. It is sound
analogue audio practice not to earth the cable screens at both ends, as sometimes hum can be
introduced owing to earth potential differences. However, with digital audio is better to ground at both
ends.
For unbalanced AES audio, standard video cable and frames with BNC connectors are used.
The 1U and 2U audio frames are used for many different router types and sizes. As such, the rear
panel connectors have different functions and it is important to refer to the following list before
installation.
The Q16 (1U) Analog Audio or Balanced AES Frame

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J4 J3 J2 J1
Q16-AA-1604-S N/C In 1-16 (A2) Out 1-4 (A1+A2) In 1-16 (A1)
Q16-AA-1608-S N/C In 1-16 (A2) Out 1-8 (A1+A2) In 1-16 (A1)
Q16-AA-1616-S Out 1-16 (A2) In 1-16 (A2) Out 1-16 (A1) In 1-16 (A1)
Q16-AA-3208-M N/C In 17-32 Out 1-8 In 1-16
Q16-AA-3216-M N/C In 17-32 Out 1-16 In 1-16
Q16-AA-3232-M Out 17-32 In 17-32 Out 1-16 In 1-16
Q16-DA-1616-BA N/C N/C Out 1-16 In 1-16
Q16-DA-3232-BA Out 17-32 In 17-32 Out 1-16 In 1-16
Q16-DA-1616-BS N/C N/C Out 1-16 In 1-16
Q16-DA-3232-BS Out 17-32 In 17-32 Out 1-16 In 1-16
Synchronous Digital audio routers Q16-DA-1616-BS and Q16-DA-3232-BS must have an AES or
video reference connected for proper operation. The video or unbalanced AES reference signal is
connected to the BNC reference connector. The balanced AES reference is connected to the D9
plug, which has the following pin-out.
D9 Reference Connector
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 0V 6 n/c
2 AES - 7 n/c
3 AES + 8 0V
4 0V 9 n/c
5 n/c
On the digital audio main router module 3 links must be correctly set to enable the reference circuits.
AES Balanced (D9) AES Unbalanced (BNC) Video (BNC)
LK4=A LK4=B LK4=B
LK5=A LK5=A LK5=B
LK6=A LK6=B LK6=B
The Q16 (1U) Digital Audio Unbalanced AES Frame
This frame can be fitted with asynchronous or synchronous modules in a 16x16 matrix size to give
two different products, part numbers
Q16-DA-1616-UA Asynchronous (crash switch)
Q16-DA-1616-US Synchronous (soft switch and shuffle)
Synchronous Digital audio router Q16-DA-1616-US must have an AES or video reference connected
for proper operation. The video or unbalanced AES reference signal is connected to the BNC
reference connector.
On the digital audio main router module 3 links must be correctly set to enable the reference circuits.
AES Unbalanced (BNC) Video (BNC)
LK4=B LK4=B
LK5=A LK5=B
LK6=B LK6=B

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The Q32 (2U) Analog Audio or Balanced AES Frame
J8
J4
J7
J3
J6
J2
J5
J1
Q32-AA-1608-S(P) N/C
N/C
N/C
In 1-16 (A2)
N/C
Out 1-8 (A1+A2)
N/C
In 1-16 (A1)
Q32-AA-1616-S(P) N/C
Out 1-16 (A2)
N/C
In 1-16 (A2)
N/C
Out 1-16 (A1)
N/C
In 1-16 (A1)
Q32-AA-3208-M N/C
N/C
N/C
In 17-32
N/C
Out 1-8
N/C
In 1-16
Q32-AA-3216-M N/C
N/C
N/C
In 17-32
N/C
Out 1-16
N/C
In 1-16
Q32-AA-3232-M N/C
Out 17-32
N/C
In 17-32
N/C
Out 1-16
N/C
In 1-16
Q32-AA-3208-S N/C
N/C
In 17-32 (A2)
In 17-32 (A1)
Out 1-8 (A2)
Out 1-8 (A1)
In 1-16 (A2)
In 1-16 (A1)
Q32-AA-3216-S N/C
N/C
In 17-32 (A2)
In 17-32 (A1)
Out 1-16 (A2)
Out 1-16 (A1)
In 1-16 (A2)
In 1-16 (A1)
Q32-AA-3232-S Out 17-32 (A2)
Out 17-32 (A1)
In 17-32 (A2)
In 17-32 (A1)
Out 1-16 (A2)
Out 1-16 (A1)
In 1-16 (A2)
In 1-16 (A1)
Q32-DA-3232-BA(P) N/C
Out 17-32
N/C
In 17-32
N/C
Out 1-16
N/C
In 1-16
Q32-DA-3232-BS(P) N/C
Out 17-32
N/C
In 17-32
N/C
Out 1-16
N/C
In 1-16
Synchronous Digital audio router Q32-DA-3232-BS must have an AES or video reference connected
for proper operation. The video or unbalanced AES reference signal is connected to the BNC
reference connector. The balanced AES reference is connected to the D9 plug, which has the
following pin-out.
D9 Reference Connector
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 0V 6 n/c
2 AES - 7 n/c
3 AES + 8 0V
4 0V 9 n/c
5 n/c
On the digital audio main router module three links must be correctly set to enable the reference
circuits.
AES Balanced (D9) AES Unbalanced (BNC) Video (BNC)
LK4=A LK4=B LK4=B
LK5=A LK5=A LK5=B
LK6=A LK6=B LK6=B

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For digital audio it is important to use data cable with a characteristic impedance of 110Ωrather than
audio cable. For error free transmission, care should be taken to ensure the cable losses are
acceptable over the intended length.
The Q32 (2U) Digital Audio Unbalanced AES Frame
This frame can be fitted with asynchronous or synchronous modules in 16x16 or 32x32 matrix sizes
to give four different products, part numbers:
Q32-DA-1616-UA(P) Asynchronous (crash switch)
Q32-DA-3232-UA(P) Asynchronous (crash switch)
Q32-DA-1616-US(P) Synchronous (soft switch and shuffle)
Q32-DA-3232-US(P) Synchronous (soft switch and shuffle)
Synchronous Digital audio routers Q32-DA-1616-US and Q32-DA-3232-US must have an AES or
video reference connected for proper operation. The video or unbalanced AES reference signal is
connected to the BNC reference connector.
On the digital audio main router module 3 links must be correctly set to enable the reference circuits.
AES Unbalanced (BNC) Video (BNC)
LK4=B LK4=B
LK5=A LK5=B
LK6=B LK6=B

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RS422 Data Routers
There are several different types of RS422 data router to support different applications. Port routers
allow any one connector to be routed to any one other connector, making a point-to-point connection.
Matrix routers have both input and output connectors that are permanently connected to either
controlling devices such as edit controllers or controlled devices such as VTR’s. See application note
AN-0014 for further information.
The Q32-PR Port RS422 & RS232 Router
The Q32-PR port router can be supplied with 16 or 32 ports. Extra ports can be added by installing
internal dual channel SIMM modules. Ports can work in an electronic ‘auto-sense’ mode to
correctly assign the RS422 Tx/Rx pairs to pins 3 & 6 or 5 & 4. This allows a mixture of controlling
and controlled devices to be connected through the port router with the minimum of effort.
RJ45 (RS422) RJ45 (RS232)
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 GND 1 0V
2 Sony 2 n/c
3 TX+ (Note A) 3 TXD
4 RX- (Note A) 4 CTS
5 RX+ (Note A) 5 RXD
6 TX- (Note A) 6 RTS
7 Not used 7 Not used
8 Not used 8 Not used
Note A: The TX+/- and RX+/- pairs are assigned electronically and normally work in auto-sense mode to detect the type of
device connected to the port. Auto-sense mode can be disabled from WinSetup.
In some installations the auto-sense capability can cause problems. This is possible with controlled
(slave) devices that tri-state their RS422 drivers when not transmitting. This then stops the auto-
sense circuit from ever configuring the correct pin-out. If a direct connection between the
controlling and controlled device works but routing through the port routers does NOT work then try
using WinSetup to configure the controlled (slave) device port to have a fixed Tx/Rx pair. See
WinSetup, Frame Dialog, Frame System Data.
RJ45 RS422
Fixed Tx/Rx Mode
(WinSetup data 10)
RJ45 RS422
Fixed Rx/Tx Mode
(WinSetup data 11)
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 GND 1 GND
2 Not used 2 Not used
3 RX+ 3 TX+
4 TX- 4 RX-
5 TX+ 5 RX+
6 RX- 6 TX-
7 Not used 7 Not used
8 Not used 8 Not used
If one of the above Tx/Rx configurations does not work on the controlled (slave) device port then
the controlling (master) device port might also need to be configured to have a fixed Tx/Rx pair.

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The Q1600-RR-1600 Port RS422 or RS232 Router
The internal design of the Q1600-RR port router uses a relay matrix. This means that the D9
connector signal pins 2, 3, 7, 8 have no specific function and pin 2 of one connector is connected to
pin 2 of a corresponding connector when a route is made.

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Relay Routers
There are two types of relay router, two pole and four pole, available in two different chassis sizes.
Two pole routers support two independent signals or one pair of signals. Four pole routers support
four independent signals or two pairs or signals. The chassis sizes are the Q16 (1U) supporting
matrix sizes up to 16x8 and the Q32 (2U) supporting matrix sizes up to 16x16. The Q32 chassis also
supports a redundant PSU where required.
The Q16-RR Relay Router
J4 J3 J2 J1
Q16-RR-1608-02 Out 1-8 (pair 1) N/C In 1-16 (pair 1) N/C
Q16-RR-1608-04 Out 1-8 (pair 1) Out 1-8 (pair 2) In 1-16 (pair 1) In 1-16 (pair 2)
The Q32-RR Relay Router
J8
J4
J7
J3
J6
J2
J5
J1
Q32-RR-1608-02(P) N/C
Out 1-8 (pair 1)
N/C
N/C
N/C
In 1-16 (pair 1)
N/C
N/C
Q32-RR-1608-04(P) N/C
Out 1-8 (pair 1)
N/C
Out 1-8 (pair 2)
N/C
In 1-16 (pair 1)
N/C
In 1-16 (pair 2)
Q32-RR-1616-02(P) Out 9-16 (pair 1)
Out 1-8 (pair 1)
N/C
N/C
External loop
In 1-16 (pair 1)
N/C
N/C
Q32-RR-1616-04(P) Out 9-16 (pair 1)
Out 1-8 (pair 1)
Out 9-16 (pair 2)
Out 1-8 (pair 2)
In 1-16 (pair 1) (a)
In 1-16 (pair 1)
In 1-16 (pair 1) (a)
In 1-16 (pair 2)
Note (a): The 16x16 relay router is formed from 2 independent 16x8 modules. To work as a pair
the input signals from the J2 connector must be externally joined to the J6 connector. In a four
pole router the J1 and J5 connectors must also be externally joined.
Router sizes above 16x8 that are to be controlled only using the Serial connector must have a 75R
termination on the main Q-Link.
The connection of signals to the relay routers is made using 50 way multi-way connectors. The same
type or polarity of connector is used for inputs and outputs. The inputs are shown on the drawing
below as pairs labelled ‘+’ and ‘-‘ but the signals do not have to be pairs. When a route is made the
input pair 1 ‘+’ signal will be connected to the output pair 1 ‘+’ signal, and similarly for the ‘-‘ signal and
the pair 2 signals.

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Outputs 1-8 appear on the J4 connector signals 1-8. Outputs 9-16 (Q32-RR-1616-xx only) appear
on the J8 connector but also using signals 1-8.
The mating halves of these connectors are PLUG types and available as options (AK-0006). They are
not supplied as standard because many customers prefer to buy their connectors in bulk and prepare
the cables in advance of the equipment being shipped.

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Remote Control - Q-link
All the frames and remote control panels are connected by a single coaxial link called Q-link. This link
uses standard 75Ωvideo cable daisy-chained from frame to frame and panel to panel. Each end of
the link must be terminated in 75Ω. A pair of connectors is fitted to the frames and the link looped
through them.
On frames with several Q-Link connectors the “Q-Link-1” or “Q-Link 1a/1b” is always available. The
extra Q-link connectors are only supported when a CI-0004 module is installed on to the FU-0003
processor. Only one connector is fitted on the panels and a T-piece needed to tap off the Q-link. In
this way a panel can be removed from service and replaced without disrupting the link, even
temporarily.
This daisy chain method ensures the best transmission quality of the control signals down the
cable. Short cuts that might save cable, such as running stubs to some panels, are not
recommended as this may cause data errors under certain circumstances. The maximum cable
length is shown in the Technical Specification in Section 2 of this manual.
A total of 64 devices (V5 firmware) can be supported, normally organised as 16 frames and 48
panels. Each unit connected to the Q-link has its own address switch that is set up as part of the
system setup.
In medium sized systems it may be more suitable to have several Q-Links on the master frame and to
wire off in different directions. This requires a CI-0004 module in the master router. Only routers of
32x32 and above have the extra BNC connectors to support a CI-0004.

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In larger systems the extra processing power of the SC-1000 is often required. This is a separate 2U
controller that supports an optional backup controller and backup PSU. The large number of Q-Links
allows a system to be split into physical areas such as vision control, audio, production, and
engineering.
As a system design guide the SC-1000 should be considered when the router grows above 128x128
single level or has more than 10-15 total Q-Link devices. See section 6.10 for further information on
the SC-1000.
In large buildings or outside broadcast vehicles (OB trucks) the Q-Link system can be affected by
mains earth differences between physically remote areas. This causes currents to flow in the outer of
the Q-Link cable that can disrupt the Q-Link communications. To prevent this problem Quartz can
supply a SI-0004 Q-Link opto-isolator unit.
In large buildings the SI-0004 would only be installed once a problem had been identified. In OB
trucks it is good practice to install an SI-0004 between the internal Q-Link and any external ‘tail gate’
or bulk head patch panels. Multiple SI-0004 units can be used where several external Q-Links are
required.

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Refer to Application Note AN-0016 for further information on the SI-0004 interface.
Remote Control - RS232/422 Computer Port
The connectors (9 way D-type or RJ45 sockets) for the computer ports are fitted on the rear of each
router frame. All routers fitted with the FU-0003 processor have one computer port driver fitted, and
this normally connects to the ‘Computer’ or ‘Serial 1’ connector. Second serial ports may require a
CI-0001 or CI-0004 module to be installed, refer to the Router Options manual for further details.
For real time or high-speed control it is essential that the serial port on the master router be used. As
Serial 1 is normally required to configure the routing system from WinSetup, Serial 2 would normally be
used for the high-speed connection and this requires a CI-0001 or CI-0004 module.
The Q16 range of routers only support one serial port due to limited rear panel space. The Q16 and
Q32 routers have a link on the backplane to allocate the rear panel Q-Link BNC connectors to looping
single Q-Link or dual Q-Link operation.

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All Quartz products use the same pin-out for the serial D9 connectors. The wiring of the connectors is
different for RS232 and RS422.
1
2
6
7
3
8
4
9
5
0V
GND
RTS
TXD
RXD
CTS
0V
Not Used
Not Used
1
2
6
7
3
8
4
9
5
TX 0V
GND
TX-
TX+
RX+
RX-
RX 0V
Not Used
Not Used
RS-232 RS-422
The cable between the PC and the router (RS232) only needs to use TX, RX, and GND as shown below.
1
2
6
7
3
8
4
9
5
TXD
RXD
GND
2
3
5
1
2
6
7
3
8
4
9
5
Cable 9-way to 9-way
RS-232 1
2
6
7
3
8
4
9
5
RXD
TXD
GND
7
3
6
1
2
6
7
3
8
4
9
5
Computer
D-9
Plug
D-9
Socket
Router
D-9
Socket
D-9
Plug
The computer port connector on the rear of a remote control panel only functions if a CI-0003 module
is installed. Controlling the routing system through a panel computer port is possible but is not
recommended, these ports are only provided for stand-alone S7 panels i.e. CP-3200-S7.
Alarm Connector
This connector allows remote sensing of a power supply failure in dual PSU systems or control
processor failure. The exact connection details vary depending on the product.
Product Alarm Functions
Q1600-RS Pins 1, 2 = PSU
Q1600-RR-1600 Pins 1, 2 = PSU
Q32-AA Pins 1, 2 = Upper PSU, Pins 3, 4 = Lower PSU
Q32-AV Pins 1, 2 = Upper PSU, Pins 3, 4 = Lower PSU, Pins 5,6 = Processor
Q32-DA-xxxx-B Pins 1, 2 = Upper PSU, Pins 3, 4 = Lower PSU, Pins 5,6 = Processor
Q32-DA-xxxx-D Pins 1, 2 = Upper PSU, Pins 3, 4 = Lower PSU
Q32-SV Pins 1, 2 = Upper PSU, Pins 3, 4 = Lower PSU, Pins 5,6 = Processor
Each PSU and the controller alarm is a relay with normally open contacts that are held closed for a
working system. An alarm will therefore be indicated for a fault, loss of power, or a
disconnected/broken cable. Alarm functions can be daisy-chained together to give a single alarm or
wired back individually to give more information.
Power
IEC connectors are used to supply power to frames and panels alike. Each connector has an
earth pin and as matter of safety this earth pin must be connected to a solid ground to ensure
proper earthing of the metalwork.

Quartz Q16/Q32 System Manual
18 May 2004 Issue 5.00 Page 20
In the UK equipment is often supplied with a power cord suitable for wiring into a plug of the user's
choice. Please wire the plug using the colour code below:
Brown Live (Line or Phase)
Blue Neutral (Return)
Green/Yellow Earth (Ground)
Some of the frames are fitted with screw terminals so that the CHASSIS and TECHNICAL earth can
be wired to different earth points. The equipment is shipped with a wire link fitted between these
terminals. If the link is disconnected then it is imperative for personal safety that a proper earth
connection is established.
Setting the Power Line Voltage in the Frames and Panels
On all Q16/Q32 products the PSU is auto ranging and the power line voltage does not need to be
set.