Radyne ComStream TIERNAN SE4000 User manual

SE4000
DVB MPEG-2 Contribution Encoder
Installation and Operation Manual
01-0934-401
Tiernan Radyne ComStream, Inc. •6340 Sequence Dr. •San Diego, CA 92121 •[phone] •Fax: [phone] •www.radn.com

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Notice N
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described herein. This manual and its contents shall not be used or distributed for any other purpose and/or
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Tiernan.
Only experienced personnel should install and/or operate this equipment. Prior to installing or operating any
equipment or parts thereof, personnel must carefully read and understand all of the contents of this manual.
To properly install and operate this equipment and/or all parts thereof, personnel must strictly and explicitly
follow all of the instructions in this manual.
Failure to completely read and fully understand and follow all of the contents of this manual prior to installing
and/or operating this equipment, or parts thereof, may result in injury to personnel and/or damage to the
equipment, or parts thereof.
Tiernan does not assume any liability arising out of the application or use of any products, component parts,
circuits, software, or firmware described herein. Tiernan further does not convey any license under its
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the right to make any changes in any products, or parts thereof, described herein without notice.
©2004 Tiernan Radyne ComStream, Inc. All rights reserved.
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[OCT. 1988] clause at DFARS 252.227-7013 and subparagraphs (a) through (d) of the Commercial
Computer Software-Restricted Rights [JUNE 1987] clause at FAR 52.227-19, as applicable. Manufacturer is
Tiernan Radyne ComStream, Inc., 6340 Sequence Drive, San Diego, CA 92121 USA.
Contents of this manual are provided as is without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied,
including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and
non-infringement.
Content could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are incorporated in new
editions of this manual. Tiernan may make improvements and/or changes in the product(s) and/or the
program(s) described in this manual at any time without notice.
In no event will Tiernan be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, economic, cover, or consequential
damages arising out of the use or inability to use the contents even if advised of the possibility of such
damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties, or the limitation of
liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
For further information on legal and intellectual property matters, contact Tiernan Radyne ComStream
Corporate Counsel.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at their own expense.

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WARNING! Electric Shock Hazard
Do Not Open The Equipment!
Service Only by Tiernan Radyne ComStream, Inc.
Gefährliche Spannung!
Öffuen des Gerätes und Service nur dur Tiernan Radyne ComStream, Inc.
The SE4000 contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not attempt to
service this product yourself. Any attempt to do so will invalidate any
and all warranties.

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Using This Manual
This manual is your sourcebook for using the Tiernan SE4000 and describes the installation,
operation, and configuration for this product. An overview of system and product level
requirements, technical specifications, and troubleshooting procedures are also provided.
This manual is designed to help you find information quickly and easily. To take full advantage of
this design, please take a moment to review the specific formats.
Locating Information
To help you quickly locate information, this manual includes:
•Table of contents
•Index
•Glossary
•Quick reference cards
Important Information
Throughout this manual you will find icons designed to help you identify important information.
These icons are the:
A caution icon indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury. Caution may also be used to indicate other unsafe practices or risks of property damage.
A warning icon indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.

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A note icon identifies information for the proper operation of your equipment, including helpful
hints, shortcuts, or important reminders
Illustrations
Some illustrations contained in this manual may differ slightly from those shown on your front
panel display, rear panel, or remote terminal due to variations in your system components,
configuration, or customization.
Figures depicting equipment may differ from those at your site; therefore, refer tothe labeling on
your Tiernan equipment to identify the components. An effort has been made to use illustrations
that reflect basic equipment and configurations of the majority of customers.
Issuing Commands
Tasks and examples are presented in a series of step-by-step instructions. Commands or
information that you enter into the system appear in a different type, as shown in the following
example:
To restore the factory default configuration, select Quickset>dvb from the front panel, or
issue the remote command cm restore dvb.
If the command contains variable information that is to be typed into the system, the variable
information is found within karats < >. In the following example, TCA DELETE then the correct
value for <label> is typed:
Type TCA DELETE <label>
Front Panel Navigation
This manual uses right angle brackets (>) to indicate a sequence of menus, submenus, and
menu items.
For example, select Control>DateTime>03 September, 2003 means:
•From the main menu, select control.
•From the control menu, select clock.
•From the Date time menu, select date.
•At the date option, enter the date, 03 September, 2003, in the correct format.
Displays
The system may return values and messages on a front panel LCD, remote terminal, or both. In
this manual these values and messages appear in a different type:
date = 06/23/2003
restore = dvb

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Revision History
This manual is periodically updated and revised. For documentation updates, call Customer
Service Support.
Revision Date Type of Revision
A09-22-03 Initial release.
B11-24-03 Front panel command revisions
Product Support
We hope this manual provides all the information and instructions you need to operate the
SE4000. However, if you need assistance, contact Tiernan Product Support at our corporate
headquarters, located in the United States, through any of the following methods:
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected] (Tiernan Video Products) [email protected]
(All other Radyne ComStream Products)
Website: http://www.radn.com
Product Shipments
Please verify that your company name and address are correct on the packing slip that is
included with your equipment. Notify Tiernan Product Support if any of the information is
incorrect.
Ensure that you write down the following numbers and include them in any correspondence with
Tiernan concerning your order:
•Purchase order
•Model
•Reference line
•Sales order
Errors
If any part of your shipment is missing or incorrect, call Tiernan Product Support.
Cartons and Packing Materials
The factory-shipping carton and packing materials are designed to protect the equipment from
excessive shock and vibration that can occur during shipping.
Use the original shipping carton and packing materials to repack the unit for shipment to another
location or to return the unit to Tiernan for repair.
For additional information on equipment repacking, refer to the Warranty booklet that
accompanied the product shipment.

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LCD Display
When you receive your SE4000, the LCD display may be covered with a plastic protective
covering. To remove the protective covering, gently lift one of the corners and peel off the
covering.
Warranty Information
For warranty or return material authorization information, refer to the Warranty booklet that
accompanied the product shipment.
Other Tiernan Products
Visit the corporate website at www.radn.com. This provides information about the entire line of
Tiernan products and systems, including encoders, integrated receivers/decoders (IRD),
switches, ATM products, network interfaces, and network management software.
Safety Precautions
Carefully read and follow all safety, use, and operating instructions before operating the SE4000.
Heed all warnings and cautions contained in this manual. Retain these instructions for future
reference.
Follow Startup Procedure
Do not plug in the SE4000 until you have connected the system and read the chapter on
installation.
Provide a Safe Location
Place the SE4000 in a rack or on a stable surface of sufficient size and strength, where it will not
be jarred, hit, or pushed off its surface. Ensure that all cables and cords are out of the way and
will not be tripped over, as this could cause personal injury or serious damage to the equipment.
Avoid Water and Moisture
If the equipment is exposed to any liquid, contact Tiernan, as serious damage could occur to the
SE4000 or its components.
Avoid Heat, Humidity, and Dust
To avoid internal damage, the SE4000 should be placed away from all heat sources, including
radiators, heater ducts, and so on, out of direct sunlight and away from high humidity, excessive
dust, or mechanical vibrations that can cause damage to internal parts.

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Provide Adequate Ventilation
Slots and openings on the SE4000 are provided for ventilation that is needed to ensure reliable
operation. To avoid overheating and ensure that the ventilation slots are not blocked, place the
SE4000 on a smooth, hard surface that has at least two inches of clearance around the unit and
adequate air circulation. If the equipment is placed in a closed area, such as a rack, ensure that
proper ventilation is provided and that the internal rack operating temperature does not exceed
the maximum rated temperature at the position of the SE4000.
Never place the SE4000 on a soft surface that would obstruct the required airflow into the
ventilation slots.
Use the Correct Power Source
For units equipped with a North American power cord, the cord has an IEC-compatible female
plug on one end, and a male plug on the other end. This cord is UL and CSA approved up to 125
VAC at 10 A and is ready to use with no user wiring required.
For units equipped with an International power cord, the cord has an IEC-compatible female plug
on one end, and three stripped and tinned bare wires on the other end. This cord is approved up
to 250 VAC at 6 A and complies with the international color codes of green/yellow (ground), blue
(neutral), and brown (line).
If these color codes do not correspond to the colored markings on the terminals in the plug, use
the following standards:
The green/yellow wire must be connected to the plug terminal marked by the letter E or by the
earth symbol ( ) or color-coded green and yellow.
The blue wire must be connected to the plug terminal marked with the letter N or color-
coded black.
The brown wire must be connected to the plug terminal marked with the letter L or color-
coded red.
An AC plug must be attached to the International power cord in accordance with government
standards and codes in effect at the installation site. If an unterminated power cord is supplied
with the unit, the appropriate certified termination plug must be installed. The following is a list of
the required certifying agencies for various countries:
Country Agency Country Agency
Australia SAA Italy IMQ
Austria OVE Japan MITI
Belgium CEBEC Netherlands KEMA
Canada CSA New Zealand SECV, SECQ, SECWA, EANSW,
ETSA, HECT, SANZ
Denmark DEMKO Norway NEMKO
Finland FEI Rep. S. Africa SABS
France UTE Spain AEE
Germany VDE Sweden SEMKO
India ISI Switzerland SEV
Ireland IIRS United Kingdom (UK) ASTA, BSI

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Route Power Cords Safely
Route power cords so they are not walked on or pinched. Pay particular attention to cords and
connections at the plugs, receptacles (such as power strips), and the point where they exit from
the SE4000 and attach to other equipment. Do not place any items on or against power cords.
No Stacking
Do not place or stack any objects on top of the SE4000. Other equipment may be placed in a
rack or on a shelf above or below the SE4000, but never stacked directly on top of it.
Protect Against Lightning and Power Surges
When the SE4000 is installed, have the professional installer ground the system to protect
against voltage surges and built-up static charges. For information on grounding standards for
electrical and radio equipment, refer to the electrical code in the country of installation.
Protect the SE4000 from lightning and power-line surges during a storm by unplugging it from the
wall outlet and disconnecting the coaxial cable.
Do Not Open the SE4000
There are no user serviceable parts inside the SE4000. It should be returned to and/or serviced
by Tiernan Radyne ComStream, Inc.
Keep Objects Outside
Touching internal SE4000 parts is dangerous to both the user and equipment. Never put any
object, including fingers, through slots or openings, as this could result in touching dangerous
voltage points, short-circuiting parts, electric shock, or fire.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the SE4000. If an object falls into the equipment,
unplug the unit and contact the Radyne ComStream, Inc. Customer Service Department, as
serious damage could occur to the SE4000 or its components.
Clean the SE4000
Before cleaning the SE4000, unplug it from the wall outlet. Do not use any type of abrasive pads,
scouring powders, aerosol cleaners, or solvents such as alcohol or benzene.
Use only a clean, soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Wipe all equipment
with a clean, soft cloth lightly moistened with water to remove the detergent solution.

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Service the SE4000
Do not attempt to service the SE4000 yourself, as there are no user-serviceable parts. Opening
or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards as well as void your
warranty. Contact the Tiernan Radyne ComStream, Inc. Customer Service Department to obtain
qualified service personnel.
The following are some of the conditions that indicate the equipment needs servicing:
•The power cord or plug has been damaged.
•An object has fallen into the SE4000.
•Liquid has been spilled into the SE4000, or it has been exposed to rain or water.
•The unit has been dropped or the cover has been damaged.
The SE4000 does not operate normally, or it shows a marked change in performance.
Perform Safety Checks
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the SE4000, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to verify that the system is in safe operating condition.

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Table of Contents ToC
Overview
1.0 Features ________________________________________________________1-1
1.1 Video ________________________________________________________1-2
1.2 Audio ________________________________________________________1-2
1.3 Auxiliary Data______________________________________________________1-2
1.4 Conditional Access _________________________________________________1-2
1.5 VBI (Vertical Blanking Interval) ________________________________________1-2
1.6 Modulator ________________________________________________________1-2
1.7 Modulator Control Buttons____________________________________________1-2
1.8 ASI Output ________________________________________________________1-3
1.9 Monitor and Control Functions ________________________________________1-3
1.10 Front Panel ______________________________________________________1-3
1.11 Remote Control ___________________________________________________1-3
1.12 Programmable Memory_____________________________________________1-3
1.13 Configuration Sets _________________________________________________1-4
1.14 Construction______________________________________________________1-4
Introduction
2.0 Placement ________________________________________________________2-1
2.0.1 Ventilation _______________________________________________________2-1
2.1 Powering On The SE4000____________________________________________2-2
2.1.1 AC Power Cords__________________________________________________2-2
2.1.2 North American Applications ________________________________________2-2
2.1.3 International Applications ___________________________________________2-2
2.1.4 Connecting to a Power Source_______________________________________2-2
2.1.5 Power-up Sequence_______________________________________________2-3
2.2 Rear Panel Connections _____________________________________________2-4
2.3 Video Ports________________________________________________________2-4
2.3.1 Analog Video In___________________________________________________2-4
2.4 Audio Ports________________________________________________________2-4
2.4.1 Analog Audio_____________________________________________________2-4
2.4.2 Digital Audio Ports ________________________________________________2-5
2.5 Data Ports ________________________________________________________2-5
2.5.1 Synchronous Port_________________________________________________2-5
2.5.2 Configuring the DTE and SE4000 Clock Interfaces_______________________2-6
2.5.2.1 Clock Interface Configuration 1_____________________________________2-6
2.5.2.2 Clock Interface Configuration 2_____________________________________2-7
2.5.2.3 Clock Interface Configuration 3_____________________________________2-7
2.5.3 Asynchronous Configuration ________________________________________2-8
2.5.3.1 RS-232________________________________________________________2-8
2.6 Remote Control Ports _______________________________________________2-8
2.6.1 RS-232 Control Port _______________________________________________2-8
2.6.1.1 DCE Configuration_______________________________________________2-9

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2.6.2 Connecting to the RS-232 Control Port ________________________________2-9
2.6.3 Ethernet Control Port ______________________________________________2-9
2.6.3.1 Connecting to a Network Using the Ethernet Port ______________________2-9
2.6.4 Fault Relay _____________________________________________________2-11
2.7 Transport Connection Ports__________________________________________2-11
2.7.1 ASI Out Primary _________________________________________________2-11
2.7.2 ASI Out Secondary_______________________________________________2-12
2.8 Modulator Output to Upconverter _____________________________________2-12
Using the Front Panel
3.0 Front Panel Components_____________________________________________3-1
3.1 SE4000 Menu Structure _____________________________________________3-2
3.2 Navigating Through the Menus ________________________________________3-3
3.3 LCD Display_______________________________________________________3-3
3.4 LCD Symbols______________________________________________________3-3
3.4.1 Brackets ________________________________________________________3-3
3.4.2 Arrows ________________________________________________________3-3
3.4.3 Asterisk ________________________________________________________3-3
3.4.4 Equal Sign_______________________________________________________3-3
3.4.5 Colon ________________________________________________________3-3
3.5 LCD Text Formats __________________________________________________3-4
3.5.1 Menus ________________________________________________________3-4
3.5.2 Parameter Options ________________________________________________3-4
3.5.3 Information ______________________________________________________3-5
3.6 Screen Saver______________________________________________________3-5
3.7 Right and Left Buttons _______________________________________________3-6
3.8 Enter Button_______________________________________________________3-6
3.9 Exit Button ________________________________________________________3-7
3.10 Up and Down Buttons ______________________________________________3-7
3.11 Alphanumeric Keypad ______________________________________________3-7
3.11.1 Alphabetic Entries________________________________________________3-7
3.11.2 Numeric Entries _________________________________________________3-8
3.11.3 Status Button ___________________________________________________3-9
3.5 Issuing Commands _________________________________________________3-9
3.6 Correcting Mistakes ________________________________________________3-10
3.6.1 Selecting Options________________________________________________3-10
3.6.2 Using the Keypad________________________________________________3-10
3.6.3 Leaving a Parameter _____________________________________________3-10
3.6.4 After Pressing the Enter Button _____________________________________3-10
3.7 Modulator Control Buttons___________________________________________3-11
3.8 Front Panel Menu Summary_________________________________________3-12
3.9 SE4000 Procedures________________________________________________3-28
3.10 Configuration Sets ________________________________________________3-28
3.10.1 Restoring a Default Factory Configuration____________________________3-28
3.10.2 Creating a New User Configuration _________________________________3-29
3.10.3 Saving a User Configuration Under an Existing Label___________________3-29
3.10.4 Deleting a User Configuration Label ________________________________3-30
3.10.5 Renaming a User Configuration Label _______________________________3-30
3.11 Front Panel Lock/Unlock___________________________________________3-30
3.11.1 Locking the Front Panel __________________________________________3-30

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3.11.2 Unlocking the Front Panel ________________________________________3-31
3.12 Date and Time___________________________________________________3-31
3.12.1 Setting the Date ________________________________________________3-31
3.12.2 Setting the Time ________________________________________________3-32
3.13 System Reset____________________________________________________3-32
3.14 Embedded Audio Configuration _____________________________________3-32
3.14.1 Configuring the Encoder for Embedded Audio ________________________3-32
3.15 Embedded Audio Configuration (BISS/PGCA) __________________________3-32
3.16 VBI: Teletext, Closed Captions, and Expanded Windows _________________3-32
Using a Remote Unit
4.0 Configuring the Remote Control Software Parameters _____________________4-1
4.1 Ethernet Port Telnet_________________________________________________4-2
4.1 Ethernet Port Browser Window _______________________________________4-3
4.2 Remote Communications Overview ____________________________________4-3
4.2.1 Command Types _________________________________________________4-3
4.2.2 Command Elements_______________________________________________4-4
4.3 Issuing Remote Commands __________________________________________4-4
4.3.1 Typing Remote Commands _________________________________________4-5
4.3.2 Entering Parameter Values _________________________________________4-5
4.4 Error Messages ____________________________________________________4-5
4.5 Remote Command Descriptions _______________________________________4-7
Configuring the SE4000
5.0 SE4000 Configuration Procedure ______________________________________5-1
5.1 Setting the Default Configuration ______________________________________5-2
5.1.1 Using the Front Panel to Set the Default Factory Configuration_____________5-2
5.1.2 Using a Remote Unit to Set the Default Configuration ____________________5-3
5.2.2 Configuring a Simple SCPC Setup Using the Remote Unit_________________5-4
Troubleshooting
6.0 Fault Reporting and Monitoring________________________________________6-1
6.1 Status LED________________________________________________________6-1
6.2 Current Faults _____________________________________________________6-2
6.2.1 Viewing Current Faults on the Front Panel _____________________________6-2
6.2.2 Viewing Current Faults Using a Remote Device _________________________6-3
6.3 Fault History Log ___________________________________________________6-3
6.3.1 Viewing Fault History Log on the Front Panel ___________________________6-4
6.3.2 Viewing the Fault History Log Using a Remote Unit ______________________6-5
6.4 Fault Relay Monitoring_______________________________________________6-5
6.4.1 Viewing Fault Relay Log on the Front Panel ____________________________6-6
6.5 Initialization Self-Test Function ________________________________________6-7
6.6 Fault Summary_____________________________________________________6-7
6.7 Fault Summary____________________________________________________6-11

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Maintenance and Software Upgrades
7.0 Maintenance ______________________________________________________7-1
7.1 Field Software Upgrades_____________________________________________7-1
Technical Specifications _______________________________________________A-1
VBI Data Transmission
B.0 MPEG and VBI ____________________________________________________B-1
B.1 System Configuration _______________________________________________B-2
B.1.1 DVB Teletext ____________________________________________________B-2
B.1.1.1 Hardware Requirements__________________________________________B-2
B.1.1.2 Operational Considerations________________________________________B-2
B.1.1.3 End-to-End Configuration _________________________________________B-2
B.1.2 ATSC Closed Captions ____________________________________________B-3
B.1.2.1 Operational Considerations________________________________________B-3
B.1.2.2 End-to-End Configuration _________________________________________B-3
B.1.3 Tiernan Proprietary Closed Captions (Tiernan CC) ______________________B-4
B.1.3.1 Operational Considerations________________________________________B-4
B.1.3.2 End-to-End Configuration _________________________________________B-4
B.1.3.3 DVB 4:2:2 Expanded Windows, 16-Line and 32-Line ___________________B-5
B.1.3.4 Operational Considerations________________________________________B-5
B.1.3.5 Hardware Requirements__________________________________________B-5
B.1.3.6 End-to-End Configuration _________________________________________B-5
B.4 Decoder Command Listing ___________________________________________B-7
B.4.1 Front Panel Commands for Decoder Configuration ______________________B-7
B.4.2 Remote Commands for Decoder Configuration _________________________B-8
Conditional Access
C.0 Conditional Access Overview ________________________________________ C-1
C.1 BISS Overview ___________________________________________________ C-1
C.2 High-Level BISS Procedure _________________________________________ C-1
C.3 Configuring BISS from the Front Panel ________________________________ C-1
C.4 Configuring BISS from a Remote Unit _________________________________ C-3
C.5 Tiernan PGCA Overview____________________________________________ C-4
C.6 High-Level PGCA Overview _________________________________________ C-5
C.7 High-Level PGCA Overview _________________________________________ C-6
C.7.1 Manage the IRD List _____________________________________________ C-6
C.7.1.1 Review the IRD Conditional Access List ____________________________ C-6
C.7.1.2 Add IRDs to the Conditional Access List, as Needed __________________ C-6
C.7.1.3 Delete an IRD from the Conditional Access List, if Required_____________ C-7
C.7.1.4 View the IRD Conditional Access List ______________________________ C-7
C.7.1.5 Enable and Disable Individual IRDs________________________________ C-7
C.7.2 Enable PGCA at the System Level __________________________________ C-7
C.7.2.1 Enable PGCA _________________________________________________ C-7
C.7.2.2 Enter the Scramble Key _________________________________________ C-7
C.7.3 To Disable PGCA at the System Level _______________________________ C-7

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C.8 Configuring PGCA from a Remote Unit ________________________________ C-8
C.8.1 Connect to a Remote Unit _________________________________________ C-8
C.8.2 Enable PGCA at the System Level __________________________________ C-8
C.8.2.1 Enter the PGCA Scramble Key____________________________________ C-8
C.8.3 Manage the IRD List _____________________________________________ C-8
C.8.3.1 View the IRD Conditional Access List ______________________________ C-8
C.8.3.2 Add IRDs to the Conditional Access List ____________________________ C-9
C.8.3.3 Delete IRDs from the Conditional Access List________________________ C-9
C.8.3.4 Enable Individual IRDs __________________________________________ C-9
C.8.3.5 Disable Individual IRDs__________________________________________ C-9
C.8.3.6 SE4000 is Now Processing Using the Current PGCA Configuration ______ C-9
C.8.4 Save the Current PGCA Configuration _______________________________ C-9
C.8.4.1 To Disable PGCA at the System Level_____________________________ C-10
C.9 Configuring PGCA from a Remote Unit _______________________________ C-10
C.9.1 Enable PGCA__________________________________________________ C-10
C.9.2 Enter the PGCA Scramble Key ____________________________________ C-10
C.9.3 Deauthorize decoder –decoder1 is disabled, or deauthorized____________ C-10
C.9.4 Remove decoder –decoder2 is deleted from the PGCA database ________ C-10
C.9.5 Add decoders –three decoders are added to the PGCA database________ C-10
C.9.6 Review the IRD conditional access list to ensure it is correct_____________ C-11
C.9.7 The list is correct, save the PGCA configuration changes to flash_________ C-11
SE4000 Default Settings_______________________________________________ D-1
Table Top/Rack Mount Installation Instructions
E.0 Table Top Installation _______________________________________________E-1
E.1 Rack Mount Installation______________________________________________E-1
E.4 Safety Precautions _________________________________________________E-3
E.4.1 Ambient Temperature______________________________________________E-3
E.4.2 Rack Stability ____________________________________________________E-3
E.4.3 Input Supply _____________________________________________________E-3
E.4.4 Grounding_______________________________________________________E-3
E.4.5 Radiation Performance_____________________________________________E-3
Glossary___________________________________________________________ GL-1

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Overview 1
The SE4000 is a rugged, compact MPEG-2 encoder designed for newsgathering and
professional broadcast applications. Video input may be analog, PAL or NTSC, or serial digital
525/625. Two stereo audio inputs may be either analog or AES/EBU. Video encoding may be
4:2:0 in accordance with MPEG-2 Main Profile @ Mail Level or optional 4:2:2 Studio Profile @
Main Level. The compressed digital output is a DVB®MPEG-2 or ATSC-compliant transport
stream. Audio compression may be MPEG, AC-3 2.0, or uncompressed pass-through.
The SE4000 compresses the incoming video with the latest adaptive field-frame MPEG-2
algorithm. The video compression is performed with I, B, and P frames using bi-directional
predictive coding and motion estimation. The two stereo or four mono audio channels are
compressed using either MPEG or AC-3 2.0 audio encoding standard. The two auxiliary data
channels support both synchronous and asynchronous serial formats.
A push button front panel with an illuminated LCD and bright LED indicators provides control and
system status. The optional integrated DVB®, QPSK, 8PSK, 16QAM satellite modulator is
controlled by one-touch buttons for carrier on/off and modulate. Additionally, remote control is
available using ASCII or SNMP commands via the EIA-232 remote control and Ethernet ports.
The SE4000’s rugged chassis is a 1U high (4.45 cm), 19” width rack-mount unit providing full rear
panel cabling. The main power switch is conveniently located on the front panel.
1.0 Features
The SE4000 consists of the following standard feature set:
•Advanced video compression chip-set which encodes the input video following either
4:2:0 Main Profile @ Mail Level or optional 4:2:2 Studio Profile @ Main Level standards.
•A high-quality horizon decimation filter for intermediate horizontal resolutions.
•Supports compressed audio rates of 64 to 384 Kbps and four different audio channel
compression methods.
•MPEG or AC-3 2.0 coding.
•Accepts two high-speed, independently programmable auxiliary data channels.
•Automatic configuration of video and audio rates to match the available transmission
bandwidth for optimum performance.
•Dedicated modulator control buttons are provided on the front panel for one-touch control.
•Optional BISS conditional access.
•Extensive VBI data support of DVB teletext.
•Front panel lockout to prevent accidental configuration changes.
•At-a-glance status monitoring via a tri-colored Status LED indicator.
•Status hot key enables the user to toggle between fault lists and other front panel menus.
•Remote control via Ethernet or EIA-232 providing all configuration, monitor, and control
functions
•Built-in self-tests and extensive self-diagnostics to assist with system checkout and
problem solving.
•Non-volatile, field-programmable memory.
•User configuration sets that can store and recall commonly used parameters sets
•Auto-ranging, auto-sensing power supply
•Rugged chassis construction

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1.1 Video
The SE4000 uses an advanced video compression ship-set which encodes the input video
following either the 4:2:0 Main Profile @ Main Level or the optional 4:2:2 Studio @ Main Level,
according to MPEG-2 standards (ISO/IEC 13818-2).
The SE4000 supports the following compressed video rates:
•MPEG-2 4:2:0 Main Profile @ Main Level: 1 to 15 Mbps
•MPEG-2 4:2:2 Studio Profile @ Main Level (optional): 2.5 to 50 Mbps, which provides
superior quality compressed images at high data rates.
The video encoder features a low latency mode for interactive applications and a Tiernan
proprietary, high-quality horizontal resampling filter for intermediate horizontal resolutions.
1.2 Audio
Two stereo or four mono audio channels are compressed using MPEG or AC-3 2.0 audio
encoding standards.
The SE4000 supports compressed audio output rates of 64 to 384 Kbps and four different audio
channel compression methods.
1.3 Auxiliary Data
One channel of synchronous data up to 20 Mbps (RS-422) and one channel of asynchronous
data up to 115 Kbps (RS-232) are supported by the SE4000.
1.4 Conditional Access
The SE4000 optionally supports BISS, Modes 1 and E, as well as Tiernan’s proprietary
conditional access schemes.
1.5 VBI (Vertical Blanking Interval)
Extensive VBI data support is provided via the SE4000. Supported formats include:
•Proprietary passage of NTSC line 21 closed-caption.
•ATSC closed captioning.
•DVB Teletext for World System Teletext (WST) on PAL.
•DVB 4:2:2 expanded windows carries WSS, VPS, VITC, CC, AMOL, XDS, etc.
1.6 Modulator
The SE4000 has a built-in DVB®-compatible QPSK, 8PSK and 16QAM modulator with a 70 MHz,
140 MHz, and direct L-Band output carrier capable of supporting up to 45 Msps. An L-Band
monitor output is provided for direct IRD connection.
1.7 Modulator Control Buttons
The SE4000 provides dedicated modulator control buttons on the front panel. These are
designed to bring carriers up onto satellites in a fast and efficient manner.

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1.8 ASI Output
An ASI output is also available for connection to an external multiplexer or modulator.
The SE4000 accepts all commonly used video and audio input formats and provides an MPEG-2
DVB compliant transport stream in addition to a DVB®-compatible QPSK modulator with a 70
MHz, 140 MHz, and direct L-Band output.
Within the data rate limitations of the channel, the SE4000 can be reconfigured for different video
resolutions, video optimization, and audio compressed bit rates to get the best video
performance. Higher compressed bit rates result in better-decoded video quality.
For high reliability applications, the SE4000 provides exceptional MTBF performance with its
extensive digital processing and proprietary FPGA circuits. In addition, the SE4000 can
automatically configure the video and audio rates in order to match the available transmission
bandwidth for optimum performance.
1.9 Monitor and Control Functions
The SE4000 monitor and control functions include:
•Fault Relay with passive normally open and normally closed contacts.
•Front panel operator control utilizing an easy-to-use, intuitive menu and backlit push
buttons.
•Remote control using either an Ethernet or RS-232 interface.
1.10 Front Panel
The SE4000 front panel interface allows you to scroll through a standard set of menus to easily
set your operating parameters. All configuration and monitoring functions can be efficiently
performed using the front panel.
At-a-glance system status can be quickly determined by checking the tri-colored front panel
status LED:
•Green: indicates that the unit is receiving AC power and that there are no faults.
•Yellow: indicates that the unit has a current fault.
•Red: indicates that the unit has a hard fault.
If the Status LED indicates that there is a fault, the Status hot key enables you to go directly to
the current faults list with the press of a button.
1.11 Remote Control
A remote unit, such as a computer terminal, is easily connected to either the EIA-232 remote
control port or Ethernet port allowing the SE4000 to be configured, monitored, and controlled
using character-based ASCII protocol or SNMP.
1.12 Programmable Memory
The SE4000 is a field-deployable unit with non-volatile, field-programmable memory that ensures
retention of configuration parameters during power outages, power off, and transportation. The
SE4000 maintains the last user configuration in flash memory.