Sencore OmniHub 6 User manual

OmniHub 6/6D
User Manual

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Revision History
Date
Version
Description
Author
06/27/19
1.1
Initial Release
JTF
12/06/19
1.2
Add New Modules
EH
05/24/20
1.3
Update UI and add new modules
RS
07/26/20
1.4
Update descrambling configuration descriptions
SW
1/12/22
1.5
Add new Modules and Delete old Modules
RF
This guide contains some symbols to call your attention.
DANGER
The DANGER symbol calls your attention to a situation
that, if ignored, may cause physical harm to the user.
CAUTION
The CAUTION symbol calls your attention to a situation
that, if ignored, may cause damage to Our product.
NOTE
The NOTE symbol calls your attention to important
information.
TIP
The TIP symbol calls your attention to additional
information that, if followed, can make procedures more
efficient.
Red Arrow
The Red Arrow symbols point to import details mention the
context above or below an image.
Blue Arrow
The Blue Arrow symbol indicates the motion path of an
item in an operation step.
Thick Arrow
The thick Arrow symbol calls your attention to a serial of
operation csteps mentioned in the context.
This guide also contains the following text conventions.

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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 the unit 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 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 [e-mail]
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 it is
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 remain readily accessible
and operable at all times.
When utilizing 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-blow, 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 should be contained:
1. OmniHub 6 chassis
2. OmniHub 6 software
3. AC power cables
4. Breakout or adapter cables depending on option modules
If any of these items were omitted from the packaging please email
[e-mail] 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............................................................................................................................ 11
1.4 OPTION MODULE OVERVIEW..................................................................................................................... 11
SECTION 2 INSTALLATION..............................................................................................................................16
2.1 RACK INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................................17
2.2 AC POWER CONNECTION.......................................................................................................................... 17
SECTION 3 WEB INTERFACE OPERATION...................................................................................................... 19
3.1 OMNIHUB 6/6D WEB INTERFACE OVERVIEW............................................................................................... 20
3.1.1 Connecting to the Management Port.......................................................................................... 20
3.1.2 Logging into the OmniHub 6/6D Web Interface.......................................................................... 20
3.2 STATUS OVERVIEW................................................................................................................................... 20
3.2.1 Status........................................................................................................................................... 21
3.2.2 System Setting..............................................................................................................................21
3.2.3 IP Input.........................................................................................................................................23
3.2.4 IP Output...................................................................................................................................... 27
3.2.5 Admin........................................................................................................................................... 30
3.3 RECEIVER MODULES..................................................................................................................................31
3.3.1 OHR6-DVBC-00.............................................................................................................................31
3.3.2 OHR6-DVBC-ISDBT-01.................................................................................................................. 35
3.3.3 OHR6-DVBS2CI-00........................................................................................................................36
3.3.4 OHR-DVBS2FTA-01/01A...............................................................................................................37
3.3.5 OHR6-8VSB-00............................................................................................................................. 38
3.3.6 OHR6-DVBT2CI-00........................................................................................................................43
3.4 ENCODER MODULES................................................................................................................................. 46
3.4.1 OHE6-HDMI-R01.......................................................................................................................... 46
3.4.2 OHE6-HDMI-02.............................................................................................................................52
3.4.3 OHE6-HDMI-02C.......................................................................................................................... 57
3.4.4 OHE6-HDMI-05/05A.....................................................................................................................61
3.4.5 OHE6-HMDI-06.............................................................................................................................69
3.4.5 OHE6-SDI-01.................................................................................................................................73
3.4.6 OHE6-CVBS-00/R01/R01A............................................................................................................77
3.5 MODULATION MODULES........................................................................................................................... 82
3.5.1 OHM6-QAMA-00/R00..................................................................................................................82
3.5.2 OHM6-QAMA-R01/R01A............................................................................................................. 86
3.5.3 OHM6-QAMB-00/R00.................................................................................................................. 86
3.5.4 OHM6-QAMB-R01/R01A..............................................................................................................87
3.5.5 OHM6-8VSB-R01/R01A................................................................................................................88
3.5.6 OHM6-OFDM-R01/R01A..............................................................................................................89
3.5.7 OHM6-ISDBT-R01/R01A........................................................................................................... 90
3.5.8 OHM-QAMA-02/02A 、 OHM-QAMB-02/02A.............................................................................. 90

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3.6 FUNCTION MODULES.............................................................................................................................. 116
3.6.1 OHP6-ASI.................................................................................................................................116
3.6.2 OHP6-CAM-00............................................................................................................................ 124
3.6.3 OHP6-EIT-00............................................................................................................................126
3.6.4 OHP6-IP-00............................................................................................................................. 127
Adding a Channel................................................................................................................................ 128
SECTION 4 APPENDICES............................................................................................................................... 162
APPENDIX A - ACRONYMS AND GLOSSARY..................................................................................................... 163
APPENDIX B - A MONROE ONENETSE CONFIGURATION AND TESTING............................................................... 164
APPENDIX C - SPECIFICATION....................................................................................................................... 167
APPENDIX D - WARRANTY...........................................................................................................................181
APPENDIX E - SUPPORT AND CONTACT INFORMATION......................................................................................181
1 Returning for Service or Calibration............................................................................................181
2 RMA Number...............................................................................................................................181
3 Shipping the Product...................................................................................................................181

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

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1.1 Product Overview
OmniHub 6/6D is a compact, highly integrated and flexible solutions that focuses on both
cost-effective commercial TV market and traditional DTV market. Thanks to the benefits
of high-density, strong-performance and large-flexibility, OmniHub 6/6D can meet all the
major video delivery requirements of receiving, descrambling, encoding, multiplexing,
modulation, and IP processing of signal in one unit.
With optional commercial/broadcast encoder, multi-mode receiver and modulator module,
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, communities, clubs,
campuses and or other places with DTV headend, where massive programs are required
to be processed in a cost-effective way. OmniHub 6/6D provides a straight-forward web
interface accessible via all major browsers and complete control of the unit. Every
OmniHub 6/6D is shipped with the software suite pre-loaded on appropriate hardware.
There are optional input and output configurations that will change the physical
connectors available on the chassis.
1.2 Front Panel Overview
As a 1RU unit, on the front panel, OmniHub 6 has exhaust fans, ports for data and
management, and LED for the status of the unit. See the image below for the reference
of the OmniHub 6 front panel.
1. Vent holes for cooling intake
2. Four 1GbE RJ45 ports: two for management and two for MPEG over IP purposes
3. Status indicators of the chassis and modules
Power indicators of the chassis and modules