Sencore MRD 6000 User manual

November 2018
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MRD 6000
4K UHD Receiver Decoder
User Manual

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Revision History
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Safety Instructions
•Read these instructions
•Keep these instructions
•Heed all warnings
•Follow all instructions
•Do not use this apparatus near water
•Clean only with dry cloth
•Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions
•Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat
•Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
•Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
•Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
•Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
•Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.
•To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the
power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.
•The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.
•Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
oWhen the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
oIf liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
oIf the product has been exposed to rain or water.
oIf the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions as an improper adjustment of the controls may
result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
oIf the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
oThe product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
•Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician uses replacement parts specified by Sencore, or parts having the
same operating characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized part
substitutions made may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
There is always a danger present when using electronic equipment.
Unexpected high voltages can be present at unusual locations in defective
equipment and signal distribution systems. Become familiar with the equipment
that you are working with and observe the following safety precautions.
•Every precaution has been taken in the design of your MRD 6000 to ensure that
it is as safe as possible. However, safe operation depends on you the operator.
•Always be sure your equipment is in good working order. Ensure that all points
of connection are secure to the chassis and that protective covers are in place
and secured with fasteners.
•Never work alone when working in hazardous conditions. Always have another
person close by in case of an accident.
•Always refer to the manual for safe operation. If you have a question about the
application or operation call Sencore for assistance.
•WARNING –To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock never allow your
equipment to be exposed to water, rain or high moisture environments. If
exposed to a liquid, remove power safely (at the breaker) and send your
equipment to be serviced by a qualified technician.
•To reduce the risk of shock the MRD 6000 must be connected to a mains socket
outlet with a protective earthing connection.
•For the MRD 6000 the mains plug is the main disconnect and should remain
readily accessible and operable at all times.
The MRD 6000 is equipped with an internal system battery. The MRD 6000
must be sent to Sencore service for replacement of this battery.
•When installing the MRD 6000 utilizing the DC power supply, the power supply
MUST be used in conjunction with an over-current protective device rated at 50
V, 5 A, type: Slow-blo, as part of battery-supply circuit.
•To reduce the risk of shock and damage to equipment, it is recommended that
the chassis grounding screw located on the rear of the MRD 6000 –be
connected to the installation’s rack, the vehicle’s chassis, the battery’s negative
terminal, and/or earth ground.
CAUTION –Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type.

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FCC Class A Information
The MRD 6000 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 instructions, 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 his or her own expense.
Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class A FCC
limits.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Dolby Digital Information
This product has been manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby Digital”, “AC-3”, and “Dolby Digital Plus”are licensed trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.

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Package Contents
The following is a list of the items that are included along with the MRD 6000:
1. Declaration of Conformity
2. AC Power Cable
3. Quick Start Guide
Note: If any option cables were ordered with the MRD 6000, they will be included in the
box as well.
If any of these items were omitted from the packaging of the MRD 6000 please call 1-
800-SENCORE to obtain a replacement. Manuals for Sencore products can be
downloaded at www.sencore.com
1) Declaration of Conformity
2) AC Power Cable
3) Quick Start Guide

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Table of Contents
Section 1 Overview...........................................................................................10
1.1 Product Introduction...................................................................................................11
1.2 Front Panel Overview ................................................................................................11
1.3 Rear Panel Overview.................................................................................................12
1.4 Cooling.......................................................................................................................12
1.5 Rack Information........................................................................................................12
Section 2 Installation........................................................................................13
2.1 Rack Installation ........................................................................................................14
2.2 Power Connection .....................................................................................................14
2.3 AC Power Connection ...............................................................................................14
2.4 Maintenance ..............................................................................................................15
2.5 Network Setup via Front Panel..................................................................................15
Section 3 Operating the Front Panel...............................................................17
3.1 MRD 6000 Front Panel Overview..............................................................................18
Section 4 Operating the Web Interface ...........................................................20
4.1 MRD 6000 Web Interface Overview..........................................................................21
4.1.1 Logging into the MRD 6000 Web Interface..........................................................21
4.1.2 Hiding Unused Inputs .....................................................................21
4.1.3 Buttons and Status Indicators .....................................................................21
4.1.4 Drag and Drop Menus .....................................................................22
4.2 Main Panel.................................................................................................................22
4.2.1 Configuring Active Inputs .....................................................................23
4.2.2 Configuring ASI Input .....................................................................25
4.2.3 Configuring MPEG/IP Input .....................................................................26
4.2.4 Configuring DVB-S/S2/S2X Input .....................................................................29
4.2.5 Configuring DVB-S/S2 Input .....................................................................31
4.2.6 Configuring 8VSB/QAM Input .....................................................................33
4.2.7 Configuring Turbo PSK Input (Currently Not Available).......................................34
4.2.8 Configuring DVB-T2/C2/ISDB-T Input..................................................................34
4.2.9 Configuring DVB-CI Descrambling .....................................................................36
4.2.10 Configuring BISS Descrambling .....................................................................37
4.2.11 Configuring Service Selection .....................................................................40
4.2.12 Configuring Video Services .....................................................................43
4.2.13 Configuring Audio .....................................................................44
4.2.14 Configuring SDI Ports - SD & HD Interface.........................................................45
4.2.15 Configuring SDI Ports- UHD –4K Interface..........................................................46
4.2.16 Configuring SDI Audio Embedding .....................................................................48
4.2.17 Configuring Analog Audio Output .....................................................................49
4.2.18 Configuring Digital Audio Output .....................................................................49
4.2.19 PID Filter .....................................................................50
4.2.20 Configuring ASI Output .....................................................................51
4.2.21 Configuring the MPEG/IP Outputs .....................................................................52
4.2.22 Configuring the MPEG/IP MPE Outputs...............................................................54
4.2.23 Viewing PSIP Information .....................................................................56
4.3 Admin Panel ..............................................................................................................57
4.3.1 Changing Unit Password .....................................................................58
4.3.2 Profiles .....................................................................58
4.3.3 General Settings .....................................................................59
4.3.4 Unit Network Configuration .....................................................................59
4.3.5 MPEG/IP Network Configuration .....................................................................61

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4.3.6 Licensing .....................................................................62
4.3.7 Date/Time .....................................................................63
4.3.8 Configuring SNMP .....................................................................64
4.3.9Syslog .....................................................................65
4.3.10 In-Band Control .....................................................................66
4.3.11 Updating the MRD 6000 .....................................................................67
4.3.12 Reboot Unit .....................................................................68
4.3.13 Reset Defaults .....................................................................68
4.4 Reporting Panel.........................................................................................................69
4.4.1 Active Alarms .....................................................................69
4.4.2 Event Logs .....................................................................70
4.4.3 Configuring the Logs .....................................................................71
4.5 About Panel ..................................................................................................................73
4.6 System Recovery..........................................................................................................73
Section 5 Appendices.......................................................................................74
Appendix A –Acronyms and Glossary....................................................75
Appendix B –Error and Event List...........................................................78
Appendix C - Specifications .....................................................................80
Appendix D –Pinouts for Analog Audio and Relay Connectors...........89
Appendix E –MRD 6000 Audio Explanation ...........................................91
Appendix F –MRD 6000 Discrete Audio Configuration .........................94
Appendix G –Open Source Software.......................................................94
Appendix H –Warranty .............................................................................96
Appendix I –Support and Contact Information.....................................96

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Section 1 Overview
Introduction
This section includes the following topics:
1.1 Product Introduction...................................................................................................11
1.2 Front Panel Overview ................................................................................................11
1.3 Rear Panel Overview.................................................................................................12
1.4 Cooling.......................................................................................................................12
1.5 Rack Information........................................................................................................12

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1.1 Product Introduction
The MRD 6000 4K/UHD receiver decoder continues Sencore’s long history of leadership
and innovation in professional receiver/decoders. It is built with the latest-generation
4K/UHD ASIC decoder technology delivering reliable, cost-effective monitoring, turn-
around, signage, hospitality, and enterprise solutions.
The product boasts a full complement of cutting-edge features, including HEVC
decoding up to MP@HT and M10P@HT to L4.1 on streams to 40 Mbps for decoding
professional 4K and consumer UHD formats with 4:2:0 chroma 8 and 10 bit. It outputs
HDMI 2.0 and 4x3G-SDI of 4K/UHD to 4Kp60 and 2160p60 formats. It includes legacy
format decoding of MPEG 2 and H.264 up to HP@L4.2.
The MRD 6000 decodes and outputs 4K/UHD video with dual audio and includes core
features required in professional video delivery networks. Every MRD 6000 ships with a
full complement of basic inputs and outputs, including ASI input and output, SD/HD/SDI
outputs, and an HDMI digital video output. The HDMI output makes monitoring as easy
as finding the nearest standard consumer television or PC monitor.
The MRD6000 further features MPEG/IP I/O, DVB-S/S2/S2X satellite inputs, QAM/VSB
RF receiver, DVB-T/T2, C/C2, & ISDB-T inputs, BISS descrambling, and dual DVB-CI
CAM slot options. Its configurable feature set makes the MRD 6000 the ideal choice for
contribution reception or demanding distribution applications which require a future-proof
set of specifications.
The receiver maintains Sencore’s long tradition of ease of use, with a straight-forward
web interface accessible via all major browsers and complete control of the unit via the
front panel keypad, and is backed by Sencore’s best-in-class staff of ProCare support
engineers.
1.2 Front Panel Overview
The MRD 6000 can be controlled from the front panel using the LCD screen and buttons
that are shown below. A detailed description of using the front panel can found in
Section 0. All hardware listed below comes standard except for the DVB-CI slots which
are a factory installed option.
1. LCD screen: Shows menus for user status and unit control
2. Input Indicator: Light indicates input signal presence (green) or absent (red)
3. Error Indicator: Light indicates red when unit is in alarmed condition
4. Up, Down, Left, Right buttons: Provides navigation/entry within LCD screen
menus
5. Back and Enter Buttons: Provides navigation within LCD screen menus
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1.3 Rear Panel Overview
The MRD 6000 comes standard with all of the hardware back panel features shown and
listed below except where noted as a factory installed option. Option cards are available
for the MRD 6000. Examples include a Quad Input DVB-S/S2/S2X card or dual port
MPEG/IP Input/Output card. ASI is a standard input and output on all MRD 6000 units.
The external genlock reference connection (3) is not currently an option for the MRD
6000 model.
1. RJ45 Management Network Port(s)
2. Relay Output Connector
3. Digital Audio Outputs
4. 15-Pin Analog Audio Connectos (See Appendix D)
5. Composite Video Output (BNC connector)
6. SDI Outputs (Five BNC provide Quad3G/3G/HD/SD-SDI)
7. Digital Video Output Connector (HDMI)
8. ASI Input and ASI Output Connectors
9. Option Card Slot #1 (factory installed)
10. Option Card Slot #2 (factory Installed)
11. Chassis ground
12. Unit Venting
1.4 Cooling
The MRD 6000 is cooled via forced induction through the front of the unit and
exhausted through the vents in the rear of the chassis. The MRD 6000 is equipped
with a temperature controlled status indicator. If the temperature inside the unit
exceeds 60°C the red “Error” text will illuminate on the front panel and a description
of the error will appear in the “Error List.”
1.5 Rack Information
The MRD 6000 is intended to be mounted in a standard 19” rack. It occupies 1RU of
rack space and the connections are all on the rear of the unit.
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Section 2 Installation
Introduction
This section includes the following topics:
2.1 Rack Installation ........................................................................................................14
2.2 Power Connection .....................................................................................................14
2.3 AC Power Connection ...............................................................................................14
2.4 AC Dual Redundant Power Connection (optional)....................................................15
2.5 DC Power Connection...............................................................................................15
2.6 Maintenance ..............................................................................................................15
2.7 Network Setup via Front Panel..................................................................................15

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2.1 Rack Installation
To install the MRD 6000 into a rack use the following steps:
1. Determine the desired position in the rack for the MRD
6000 making sure that the air intake on the front of the
unit and the exhausts on the sides of the unit will not be
obstructed.
2. Insert the rack mount clips into place over the mounting
holes in the rack.
3. Slide the MRD 6000 into position in the rack.
4. Secure the MRD 6000 to the rack by installing the four
supplied screws through the front mounting holes and
tightening.
5. If needed, secure a grounding wire use the grounding
location on the rear panel of the MRD 6000. See Section
1.3 for grounding location.
2.2 Power Connection
Using the proper power connections is vital to the safe operation of the MRD 6000.
Only use the supplied 3-prong power connector or one with equal specifications.
NEVER tamper with or remove the 3rd –prong grounding pin. This could cause
damage to the MRD 6000, personnel, or property.
2.3 AC Power Connection
The MRD 6000 is intended for use on either 120V or 240V systems. The power
supply will automatically detect the system it is connected to. To hook up the power
use the following steps:
1. Locate the AC power cord that was included with the MRD 6000.
2. Plug the female end of the power cord (end with no prongs) into the back of the
unit.
3. Locate a protected outlet (usually inside of the rack) to plug the male end of the
power cable into.

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2.4 Maintenance
The MRD 6000 is a maintenance-free piece of equipment. There are no user
serviceable parts on the inside of the unit
2.5 Network Setup via Front Panel
The MRD 6000 can be setup on a network connection to allow remote management and
SNMP configuration. For these features to work, the network settings for the MRD 6000
must first be configured properly for the network it is connected to.
Static IP Address
To setup the MRD 6000 with a static IP address, use the following steps:
1. Press the button.
2. Use the and buttons to
move the cursor to “Admin”, then
press the button.
3. Use the and buttons to
move the cursor to “Unit Networking”,
then press the button.
Note: The first menu displayed is status
menu. In order to begin making
changes to networking settings press
the button.
4. Use the and buttons to
move the cursor to “DHCP”, then
press the button.
5. Use the and buttons to
change the selection to “Disabled”
then press the button.
IP Address/Subnet Mask/Gateway
1. Use the and buttons to
move the cursor to “IP”, then press the
button.
Main Menu ↔↕
Baseband Outputs
Transport Stream Outputs
>Admin
Active Errors
Admin ↔↕
>Unit Networking
System Time
About System
Voltage Levels
Configure Network ↔↕
Host Name:
>DHCP: Disabled
Configure Network ↔↕
Host Name:
DHCP: Disabled
>IP: 0.0.0.0
Mask: 0.0.0.0

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2. Use the and buttons to
select the column to edit and use the
and buttons to change the
IP, then press the button to
save the selection.
3. The cursor will now be on “Mask”.
4. Use the and buttons to
select the column to edit and use the
and buttons to change the
Subnet Mask, then press the
button to save the selection.
5. The cursor will now be on “Gateway”.
6. Use the and buttons to
select the column to edit and use the
and buttons to change the
Gateway, then press the button
to save the selection.
DHCP
The MRD 6000 can be configured to use DHCP to obtain an IP address/Subnet
Mask/Gateway.
1. Use the and buttons to move the
cursor to “DHCP:” then press the
button.
2. Use the and buttons to change
the selection to “Enabled” then press the
button to save the selection.
Note: It may take up to a minute for the MRD 6000 to obtain an IP address. During
this time the unit will display a “busy” message next to DHCP.
Configure Network ↔↕
Host Name:
DHCP: Disabled
>IP: 000.000.000.000
Mask: 0.0.0.0
Configure Network ↔↕
Host Name:
DHCP: Disabled
IP: 0.0.0.0
>Mask: 000.000.000.000
Configure Network ↔↕
DHCP: Disabled
IP: 0.0.0.0
Mask: 0.0.0.0
>Gateway: 000.000.000.000
Configure Network ↔↕
Host Name:
>DHCP: Enabled

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Section 3 Operating the Front
Panel
Introduction
This section includes the following topics:
3.1 MRD 6000 Front Panel Overview..............................................................................18

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3.1 MRD 6000 Front Panel Overview
The MRD 6000 front panel allows the user to configure all settings that are present in the
web interface using the buttons located on the front of the unit. The screen below is the
idle screen of the MRD 6000. This idle screen allows the user to view the incoming
bitrate of the active input, which input is set to active, the management IP address of the
unit and the service currently set to decode.
1. Bitrate of incoming stream displayed in Mbps.
2. Current active input.
3. IP address of management port.
4. Current decoded service.
The following figure shows a typical screen on the front panel. Several important
features have been circled and noted below. These features are common to all screens
and assist when navigating, viewing and editing unit information. The button allows
the user to return to the home screen, cancel settings and go back a menu. In order to
edit a selected parameter the button must be pressed. Once a parameter has been
changed the button must be pressed again before the change takes effect on the
unit.
↔↕
Bitrate: 68.502 Mbps
Input: MPEG/IP 2 Stream 1
IP: 10.0.7.106
Service: NBA TV HD
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1. Screen title.
2. Icons indicate which control buttons are currently valid for entry.
3. Cursor shows which line is active.
4. When editing, active character or item is highlighted.
Configure Network ↔↕
Host Name:
DHCP: Disabled
>IP: 000.000.000.000
Mask: 0.0.0.0
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Section 4 Operating the Web
Interface
Introduction
This section includes the following topics:
4.1 MRD 6000 Web Interface Overview..........................................................................21
4.2 Main Panel.................................................................................................................22
4.3 Admin Panel ..............................................................................................................57
4.4 Reporting Panel.........................................................................................................69
4.5 About Panel ...............................................................................................................73