Sencore Omnihub cmp203 User manual

January 2020

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OmniHub MP203

Media Platform

User Manual

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About Sencore

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world-class portfolio includes video delivery products, system monitoring and analysis solutions, and test and

measurement equipment, all designed to support system interoperability and backed by bestin-class

customer support. Sencore meets the rapidly changing needs of modern media by ensuring the efficient

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Revision History

Date Version Description Author

12/27/18 1.0 First Draft SW

04/02/19 1.1 Add new modules and new features DA

05/23/19 1.2 Add new modules RS

12/06/19 1.3 Add new Modules and new features EH

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Safety nstructions

• Read these instructions

• Keep these instructions

• Heed all warnings

• Follow all instructions

• Do not use this apparatus near water

• lean 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 A Mains, disconnect the

power supply cord plug from the A 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:

o When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

o If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

o If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

o If 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.

o If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

o The 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 PRECAUT ONS

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 product 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 email Pro are@Sencore.com

• 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 power supply must be connected to a mains socket

outlet with a protective earthing connection.

• For the mains plug the main disconnect and should always remain readily

accessible and operable .

• When utilizing D 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 to

ground the unit to the installation’s rack, the vehicle’s chassis, the battery’s

negative terminal, and/or earth ground.

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.

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Package Contents

The following is a list of the items that are included:

1. OmniHub MP203 chassis

2. OmniHub MP203 Quick Start Guide

3. A power cables

4. Breakout or adapter cables depending on option modules

If any of these items were omitted from the packaging please email

Pro [email protected]to obtain a replacement.

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Table of Contents

COPYRIGHT ............................................................................................................................................. 2

ABOUT SENCORE ..................................................................................................................................... 2

REVISION HISTORY .................................................................................................................................. 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................... 7

SECTION 1 OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................. 9

1.1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................10

1.2 FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................................10

1.3 REAR PANEL OVERVIEW ....................................................................................................................10

1.4 OPTION MODULE OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................11

SECTION 2 INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................................... 15

2.1 RACK INSTALLATION..........................................................................................................................16

2.2 AC POWER CONNECTION ..................................................................................................................16

SECTION 3 WEB INTERFACE OPERATION ............................................................................................... 18

3.1 OMNIHUB CMP203 WEB INTERFACE OVERVIEW ..................................................................................19

3.1.1 Connecting to the Management Port .....................................................................................19

3.1.2 LOGGING INTO THE CMP203 WEB INTERFACE ......................................................................................19

3.2 STATUS OVERVIEW ...........................................................................................................................19

3.2.1 STATUS ..........................................................................................................................................20

3.2.2 SYSTEM SETTING ..............................................................................................................................21

3.2.3 IP INPUT ........................................................................................................................................23

3.2.4 IP OUTPUT .....................................................................................................................................2

3.3 MODULE CONFIGURATION .................................................................................................................31

RECEIVER MODULES ......................................................................................................................................31

3.3.1 CR2-DVBC-00...........................................................................................................................31

3.3.2 CR2-DVBC-01...........................................................................................................................36

3.3.3 CR2-DVBS2CI-00 ......................................................................................................................37

3.3.4 CR2-DVBS2 TA-00/00A ...........................................................................................................38

3.3.5 CR2-8VSB-00 ...........................................................................................................................38

3.3.5.1 Module Status ....................................................................................................................39

3.3.5.2 Module Settings ..................................................................................................................39

3.3.6 CR2-DVBT2CI-00 ......................................................................................................................43

ENCODER MODULES ......................................................................................................................................45

3.3.7 CE2-HDMI-00/R01 ...................................................................................................................45

3.3.8 CE2-HDMI-02 ..........................................................................................................................53

3.3.9 CE2-HDMI-02C ........................................................................................................................57

3.3.10 CE2-HDMI-05/05A ..............................................................................................................61

3.3.11 CE2-SDI-00 ..........................................................................................................................65

3.3.12 CE2-CVBS-00/R01/R01A .....................................................................................................68

MODULATION MODULES ................................................................................................................................ 2

3.3.13 CM2-QAMA-00/R00 ...........................................................................................................72

3.3.14 CM2-QAMA-R01/R01A .......................................................................................................76

3.3.15 CM2-QAMB-00/R00 ............................................................................................................77

3.3.16 CM2-QAMB-R01/R01A .......................................................................................................78

3.3.17 CM2-8VSB-R01/R01A .........................................................................................................78

3.3.18 CM2-O DM-R01/R01A .......................................................................................................79

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3.3.19 CM2-ISDBT-R01/R01A ........................................................................................................80

FUNCTION MODULES .....................................................................................................................................82

3.3.20 CP2-EAS-00 .........................................................................................................................82

3.3.21 CP2-CAM-00 .......................................................................................................................86

SECTION 4 APPENDICES ......................................................................................................................... 88

APPENDIX A - ACRONYMS AND GLOSSARY .......................................................................................................89

APPENDIX B - A MONROE ONENETSE CONFIGURATION AND TESTING .................................................................90

APPENDIX C - SPECIFICATION ........................................................................................................................94

APPENDIX D - WARRANTY ......................................................................................................................... 109

APPENDIX E - SUPPORT AND CONTACT INFORMATION .................................................................................... 109

1 Returning for Service or Calibration ......................................................................................... 109

2 RMA Number ............................................................................................................................ 109

3 Shipping the Product ................................................................................................................ 109

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Section 1 Overview

SECTION 1 OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................. 9

1.1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................10

1.2 FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................................10

1.3 REAR PANEL OVERVIEW ....................................................................................................................10

1.4 OPTION MODULE OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................11

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1.1 Product Overview

OmniHub MP203 is a new generation of ompact Media Platform in Modular design

which focuses on cost-effective commercial TV market and traditional DTV market. This

is a 1RU chassis with single power supply unit and six hot modules at the back and one

modulator output in front of the unit. Thanks to the benefit of high-density, strong-

performance and large-flexibility, OmniHub MP203 product can meet all the major

video delivery requirements or signal receiving, descrambling, encoding, multiplexing,

modulation and IP processing depending on variety of model.

With powerful embedded Gigabit switch, optional commercial/broadcast encoder and

multi-mode receiver and modulator modules, it can be configured flexibly to meet any

video delivery requirements .Due to its compact design and powerful function, it can be

widely used at hotel, hospital, community, club, campus and DTV headend room where

massive programs are required to be processed in a cost-effective way. MP203 also

provides a straight-forward web interface accessible via all major browsers and

complete control of the unit. Every MP203 ships with the software suite pre-loaded on

appropriate hardware. The physical connectors available on the back of the chassis will

be depending on the optional input/output configuration.

1.2 Front Panel Overview

1. Modulation Status and Modulation Power Indicators, Modulation Output Tuner

(Only be embedded in Encoder Modulator, Receiver Modulator)

2. ooling Air Intake

3. Reset button and Power LED indicator

4. Status LED indicator

5. 2 RJ45 Management ports

6. 2 RJ45 Data ports

1.3 Rear Panel Overview

The OmniHub MP203 have exhaust fans at the top of the unit. Please mind not to

obstruct the air intake at the front and air exhaust at the top.

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1. Slot 1 for Option Module

2. Slot 2 for Option Module

3. Slot 3 for Option Module

4. Slot 4 for Option Module

5. Slot 5 for Option Module

6. Slot 6 for Option Module

7. hassis ground

8. Power Supply

9. On/Off switch

1.4 Option Module Overview

This describe the MP203 platform and all available modules that can expand the

functionality of the MP203 platform.

CMP

chassis

Description

Baseboard MP203-SEN 1RU chassis, Single PSU, 4xGbE ports, 14

LEDs and six hot swappable slots with 1

Modulator output in front panel

Receiver Modules

Description

R2-DVB -00 4 channel DVB- Annex A/ /DTMB

receiving module, 1 RF input connector with

4 tuners and 2 I slots

R2-DVB -01 4 channel DVB- Annex B/ISDBT receiving

module, 1 RF input connected with 4 tuners

and 2 I slots

R2-DVBS2 I-00 4 channel DVB-S2 receiving module, 2 input

connectors each with 2 transponders

receiving, with 2 I slots and independent

power supplies for each LNB.

R2-DVBS2FTA-00 4 channel DVB-S2 receiving module, 4 input

connectors. Independent power supplies for

LNB 1 and 3 only.

R2-DVBS2FTA-00A 8 channel DVB-S2 receiving module,

another interface card added on R2-

DVBS2FTA-00, each module occupies 2

slots.

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R2-8VSB-00 4 channel 8VSB receiving module, 4 input

connectors with 4 tuners.

R2-DVBT2 I-00 4 channel DVB-T/T2 receiving module, 1

input connected with 4 tuners and 2 I slots.

* R2-DVB -00, R2-DVB -01, R2-DVBT2 I-00, R2-DVBS2 I-00 are Different Hardware

but share the same Software.

* R2-DVBS2FTA-00, R2-DVBS2FTA-00A are Different Hardware but share the same

Software.

Encoder Modules

Description

E2-HDMI-00 4 channel HDMI encoding module, supports

H.264 HD/SD, MPEG-2 SD, MPEG1L2, A 3

and AA audio.

E2-HDMI-R01 4 channel HDMI encoding module, supports

H.264 HD/SD, MPEG-2 SD, MPEG1L2, A 3

and AA audio. Support OSD subtitle, logo

picture and QR code overlay

E2-HDMI-02 2 channel HDMI encoding module, supports

H.264 HD/SD, MPEG-2 SD, MPEG1L2, A 3

and AA audio, and supports input.

E2-HDMI-02 2 channel HDMI encoding module, supports

H.264 HD/SD, MPEG-2 SD, MPEG1L2, A 3

and AA audio. Module also supports

and analog audio input.

E2-HDMI-05 4 channel HDMI encoding module, supports

H.264/H.265 HD/SD, MPEG-2 SD,

MPEG1L2, A 3 and AA audio, and support

OSD subtitle, logo picture and QR code

overlay.

E2-HDMI-05 8 channel HDMI encoding module, supports

H.264/H.265 HD/SD, MPEG-2 SD,

MPEG1L2,A 3 and AA audio, and support

OSD subtitle, logo picture and QR code

overlay, each module occupies 2 slots,

E2- VBS-00 6 channel VBS encoding module, supports

H.264/MPEG-2 SD, MPEG1L2.

E2- VBS-R01 8 channel VBS encoding module, supports

H.264, MPEG1L2.

E2- VBS-R01A 16 channel VBS encoding module,

supports H.264, MPEG1L2, the modules

occupy 2 slots.

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E2-SDI-00 2 channel SDI encoder bitrate supports

H.264/MPEG-2 HD/SD, MPEG1L2, AA

and A 3 audio, and supports and

analog audio input.

Modulator Module

Description

M2-QAMA-R00 16 channel QAM modulator module, Annex

A/ , non-adjacent output, and 1 RF female

port for output

M2-QAMB-R00 16 channel QAM modulator module, Annex

B, non-adjacent output, and 1 RF female

port for output

M2-QAMA-R01 4 channel QAM modulator module, Annex

A/ , adjacent output, and 1 RF female port

for output

M2-QAMA-R01A 8 channel QAM modulation module, Annex

A/ , adjacent output, and 1 RF female port

for output

M2-QAMB-R01 4 channel QAM modulation module, Annex

B, adjacent output, and 1 RF female port for

output

M2-QAMB-R01A 8 channel QAM modulation module, Annex

B, adjacent output, and 1 RF female port for

output

M2-OFDM-R01 4 channel OFDM modulation module,