TANDBERG Voyager E5784 User manual

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E5784/E5788 Encoder
ENGLISH (UK)
USER GUIDE
Voyager E5784 and E5788
HD DSNG Encoder
Software Version 3.6.0
(and later)

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Trademarks
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Issue 2 first published in 2005 by:
TANDBERG Television Ltd
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Contents
1Who Should Use This User Guide? .................................................5
1.1 What Equipment is Covered by This User Guide? .................................. 5
1.2 Hardware and Software Options.........................................................6
2Installing the Equipment...............................................................8
2.1 Introduction.................................................................................... 8
2.2 Operating Voltage............................................................................ 8
2.3 Power Cable and Earthing .................................................................8
2.4 Power Supply Stand-by Switch........................................................... 9
2.5 Connecting Up the Basic Encoder ..................................................... 10
2.6 Connecting the Encoder to the Power Supply ..................................... 12
3Operating the Equipment From the Front Panel...........................14
3.1 Introduction.................................................................................. 14
3.2 Establishing Local Control................................................................ 14
3.3 Navigating the Menus..................................................................... 15
4Typical Operation and Setting of Parameters............................... 17
4.1 Select Syntax................................................................................ 18
4.2 Load Default Configuration/Restore Factory Defaults........................... 18
4.3 Set the Remote Control Options....................................................... 18
4.4 Set the Mux Options....................................................................... 19
4.5 Set the Video Options..................................................................... 19
4.6 Set the VBI Options........................................................................ 20
4.7 Set the Audio Options..................................................................... 22
4.8 Set the Data Options...................................................................... 23
4.9 Set the Output Options................................................................... 23
4.10 Configuring Option Cards ................................................................ 23
4.11 Satellite Modulator Control.............................................................. 23
4.12 Configuring the Encoder for Minimum Bit-rate.................................... 24
5Typical Configurations ................................................................26
5.1 Single Channel DSNG Link............................................................... 26
5.2 Multichannel DSNG Link.................................................................. 27

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List of Figures
Figure 2.1: Stand-by Switch ..................................................................... 9
Figure 2.2: IF Rear Panel Component Parts and Connectors......................... 10
Figure 2.3: L-band Rear Panel Component Parts and Connectors.................. 10
Figure 3.1: Input Monitor in SD............................................................... 14
Figure 3.2: Summary Screen .................................................................. 15
Figure 3.3: Keypad and Display Functions................................................. 15
Figure 3.4: Accessing Inscriptions on the Keypad....................................... 15
Figure 3.5: Functions Associated With Softkeys ......................................... 16
Figure 4.1: Menu Structure..................................................................... 17
Figure 5.1: Block Diagram – One Stage of Remultiplexing ........................... 27
List of Tables
Table 1.1: Equipment Model Descriptions.................................................... 5
Table 1.2: Hardware Options .................................................................... 6
Table 1.3: Software Options ..................................................................... 6
Table 2.1: Types of Connector................................................................. 11
Table 2.2: Fuse Type and Rating ............................................................. 13

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1 Who Should Use This User Guide?
This User Guide is written for operators/users of the E5784 and E5788
HD DSNG Encoders to assist in installation and operation. It is not
intended to be a detailed source of information. This can be found in the
Reference Guide companion document which is issued on CD.
WARNING
Do not remove the covers of this equipment. Hazardous voltages are
present within this equipment and may be exposed if the covers are
removed. Only TANDBERG Television trained and approved service
engineers are permitted to service this equipment.
CAUTION
Unauthorised maintenance or the use of non-approved replacements may
affect the equipment specification and invalidate any warranties.
1.1 What Equipment is Covered by This User Guide?
Table 1.1: Equipment Model Descriptions
Model Number Marketing Code Description
E5784 M2/VOY/E5784-IF MPEG-2 HD DSNG Encoder with 4:2:0
video encoding and IF output satellite
modulator.
E5784 M2/VOY/E5784-LBAND MPEG-2 HD DSNG Encoder with 4:2:0
video encoding and L-Band output
satellite modulator.
E5788 M2/VOY/E5788-IF MPEG-2 HD DSNG Encoder with
4:2:0/4:2:2 video encoding and IF
output satellite modulator.
E5788 M2/VOY/E5788-LBAND MPEG-2 HD DSNG Encoder with
4:2:0/4:2:2 video encoding and L-Band
output satellite modulator.

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1.2 Hardware and Software Options
See Table 1.2 and Table 1.3 for a list of hardware and software options
available with the Encoder. Detailed information is in the Reference
Guide.
Table 1.2: Hardware Options
Marketing Code Description
Daughter Card Options
M2/EDCOM2/BISS BISS1scrambling option - Mode 0, 1 and BISS-E
Hardware Options
M2/EOM2/AUDLIN2 Additional Audio + Linear PCM
M2/EOM2/DAT Data Input Option
M2/EOM2/REMUX Remux Option Module
M2/EOM2/ASI-OPT SMPTE 310 (SSI) and ASI Optical Outputs
M2/EOM2/SSI-US SMPTE 310 (SSI) Outputs
M2/EOM2/ATMS155MM STM-1 OC3 Multimode Physical Interface Module
(SDH STM-1/SONET STS-3c Multimode Optical)
M2/EOM2/ATMS155SM STM-1 OC3 Monomode Physical Interface Module
(SDH STM-1/SONET STS-3c Monomode Optical)
M2/EOM2/ATMS34 PDH/E3 Module
M2/EOM2/ATMS45 PDH/DS3 Module
M2/EOM2/ATMS155E STM-1 Electrical Module
M2/EOM2/G703 G.703 Output Interface Card
M2/EOM2/IP IP Output Card
M2/EOM2/GPI GPI Card
Table 1.3: Software Options
Marketing Code Description
M2/ESO2/NR Noise Reduction - three levels of professional-grade
adaptive noise reduction.
M2/ESO2/VBR Reflex and VBR - automatic variable bit-rate at a fixed
quality setting for optimum bandwidth usage in
stand-alone or Reflex statistical multiplexing modes.
M2/ESO2/422 MPEG-2 422P@ML - for professional editing quality
pictures, 1.5 Mbit/s to 50 Mbit/s.
1BISS is implemented according to Tech 3290 March 2000 and BISS-E is implemented
according to Tech 3292 April 2001.

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Marketing Code Description
M2/ESO2/RAS RAS (Remote Authorisation System) - allows material
to be protected from illegal viewing using TANDBERG
Television’s proprietary scrambling system.
M2/ESO2/ACON Auto Concatenation - aligns the Encoder to the
previous Encoder’s GOP structure to significantly
reduce coding artefacts caused by successive coding
and decoding.
M2/ESO2/AC3 Dolby Digital (AC-3) - enables Dolby AC-3 stereo
encoding.
M2/EOS2/SM38PSK 8PSK Modulation.
M2/EOS2/SM316QAM 16QAM Modulation.
M2/EOS2/LSYM Low symbol Rate Capability.
M2/ESO2/DVB-MHP MHP Timing Events
M2/ESO2/DTS DTS Audio
M2/ESO2/525VBIDATA NABTS and GEMSTAR 2.0 VBI extraction
M2/ESO2/SCTE-352Licence key for Splice Points
HD Options
M2/ESO2/HDNR HD Noise Reduction.
M2/ESO2/HDVBR Reflex and VBR - automatic variable bit-rate at a fixed
quality setting for optimum bandwidth usage in stand-
alone or Reflex statistical multiplexing modes.
M2/ESO2/HD422 MPEG-2 422P@ML - for professional editing quality
pictures.
2M2/ESO2/SCTE-35 only available when M2/EOM2/GPI purchasable option installed.

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2 Installing the Equipment
2.1 Introduction
For best performance and reliability follow the instructions for site
requirements and installation in the Reference Guide and only use
installation accessories recommended by the manufacturers.
2.2 Operating Voltage
AC models are fitted with a wide-ranging power supply. It is suitable for
supply voltages of 100-120 Vac -10% +6% or 220-240 Vac -10% +6%
at 50/60 Hz nominal.
CAUTION
This product should be operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your business, consult a qualified electrical engineer or your
local power company.
NOTE
Refer to the Reference Guide for details of the colour codes used on
the mains leads.
See Table 2.2 for fuse information and also the Reference Guide for a
full power supply specification.
2.3 Power Cable and Earthing
Check that the power cable is suitable for the country in which the
Encoder is to be used.
WARNINGS
1. The Technical Earth is not a Protective earth for electric shock
protection.
2. This unit must be correctly earthed through the moulded plug
supplied. If the local mains supply does not have an earth
conductor do not connect the unit. Contact Customer Services
for advice.
3. Before connecting the unit to the supply, check the supply
requirements in Annex B of the Reference Guide.

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2.4 Power Supply Stand-by Switch
This switch puts the Encoder into stand-by mode. It powers down the
supply rails of the display and internal circuits within the unit. The
switch type avoids accidental powering-down of the Encoder. For normal
use, using a screwdriver, ensure that the Iis always at the top (see
Figure 2.1).
NOTES
1. This product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label.
2. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your
business, consult a qualified electrical engineer or your local
power company.
WARNING
This is NOT a mains switch and will not isolate the Encoder from the
power supply. Disconnect the power cord to isolate the unit.
Figure 2.1: Stand-by Switch
On
p
osition
Stand-b
y
p
osition

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2.5 Connecting Up the Basic Encoder
Always use the specified cables supplied for signal integrity and
compliance with EMC requirements (see the Reference Guide).
Only those connectors used are labelled in Figure 2.2, Figure 2.3 and
described in Table 2.1.
Figure 2.2: IF Rear Panel Component Parts and Connectors
Figure 2.3: L-band Rear Panel Component Parts and Connectors
Technical
Earth
O
p
tion Slot
Composite
Video
Audio In and
Audio Reference
Out
Option Slot
H S
y
nc
ASI
Out
p
uts
RS-232
Data
RS-422
Data
Alarm
Remote
Control
SDI In
Ethernet
1 and 2
HD SDI In
p
ut IF Out Main IF Out Monito
r
O
p
tion Slot
Composite
Video
Audio In and
Audio Reference
Out Technical
Earth
O
p
tion Slot
H S
y
nc
ASI
Outputs
RS-232
Data
RS-422
Data
Alarm
Remote
Control
SDI In
Ethernet
1 and 2
HD SDI In
p
ut L-Band Out
Main L-Band Out
Monitor
L-Band
In

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Table 2.1: Types of Connector
Type of Connector Description
SDI IN A 75 WBNC connector provides a serial digital video input
to the unit. This input is terminated in 75 W.
HD SDI INPUT A 75 WBNC connector provides an HD serial digital video
input to the unit. This input is terminated in 75 W.
COMP VIDEO A 75 WBNC connector provides a high quality analogue
video input to the unit.
H SYNC Optional - Studio Black and Burst should be fed to the
75 WBNC connector (H SYNC). This genlocks the
Encoder to the Studio system. This method may be
required with some audio formats, or for locking
Encoders to an evolution 5000 Multiplexer.
Audio In The 15-way, D-type male connector is used in different
ways according to the audio input and the encoding
configuration selected.
The connector provides two stereo pairs which may be
independently configured as either analogue or digital.
The left channel is used to input digital audio.
The Encoder is supplied with a break-out cable which
plugs into this connector, and provides a more
convenient means of connecting the audio signals via
five connectors. There are four XLR female connectors,
with the fifth cable being a BNC which provides an
AES/EBU 75 Wdigital reference output. This is for when
the unit is connected to an external Dolby Digital
Encoder.
ASI OUT 1, 2 and 3 A 75 WBNC connector provides the output from the
Encoder. Connect the Multiplexer or Modulator ASI cable
to the appropriate ASI OUT connector, using good
quality 75 Wcoaxial cable (for example, BBC PSF 1/3).
Ethernet #1 and #2 An 8-way, RJ-45 connector provides a 10BaseT Ethernet
interface for communications with the TDC/MEM for
control and monitoring. The Encoder has a single
switched Ethernet channel. Ethernet#1 is selected as
default at power-up. If a carrier is not detected on
Ethernet#1 then the input switches to Ethernet#2. This
gives a redundant Ethernet control via two hubs.
RS-232/RS-485
Control A 9-way, D-type male connector provides an
RS-232/RS-485 port for remote control of the Encoder.
This connector is wired as a DTE.
Alarm If required, connect an external status monitoring device
to the ALARM connector. A 9-way, D-type male
connector provides an alarm relay interface which can
be used to send a signal to remote equipment.
RS-232 RS-232 data is available on the Base Board and the
option module M2/EOM2/DAT.
RS-422 A 15-way, D-type female connector provides an RS-422
synchronous, serial communications data input interface.

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Type of Connector Description
Technical Earth Connect the Encoder's Technical earth to a suitable
point.
IF Version
IF Out Main A 75 WBNC connector provides the main satellite
modulator IF output.
IF Out Mon A 75 WBNC connector provides the a satellite modulator
IF output. which is approximately –20dB relative to IF
Main.
L-Band Version
L-Band In A 50 WSMA connector provides the L-Band input, which
is summed with the modulator output.
L-Band Out (Main) A 50 WSMA connector provides the main satellite
modulator L-Band output. This output can also provide
+24V DC at up to 500 mA to power an up-converter.
Both models can also provide a 10 MHz reference
frequency output.
L-Band Out (Mon) A 75 WF-type connector provides the a satellite
modulator L-band output. which is approximately –30dB
relative to the main output.
NOTE
Refer to the Reference Guide for all power supply, fuse, safety, EMC
information and operating conditions.
2.6 Connecting the Encoder to the Power Supply
WARNINGS
1. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
2. As no mains switch is fitted to this unit, ensure the local power
supply is switched OFF before connecting the supply cord.
3. The Encoder is not fitted with an on/off switch. Ensure that the
socket-outlet is installed near the equipment so that it is easily
accessible. Failure to isolate the equipment properly may cause
a safety hazard.

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Connect the Encoder to the power supply as follows:
> Power Supply
Ensure the power supply is isolated and switched off.
> Encoder
Ensure the correct fuse type and rating has been fitted to both the
equipment and the power cable.
> Supply Cord
Connect the lead to the Encoder input connector and then to the
power supply. Switch on the power supply.
Table 2.2: Fuse Type and Rating
Power Supply Fuse Type and Rating
100-120 Vac / 220-240 Vac IEC/EN 60127-2 Sheet 5
Bussmann S505/Littelfuse 215
5 A 250 V T HBC

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3 Operating the Equipment From the Front Panel
3.1 Introduction
The front panel display and keypad may be used to configure, control
and monitor the Encoder when an external control system is not used.
3.2 Establishing Local Control
3.2.1 Input Monitor / Keyboard Lock
At power-on the Encoder runs through a boot sequence (boot time
without any option modules is approximately 45 seconds). An initial
Input Monitor screen is shown.
Figure 3.1: Input Monitor in SD
The softkeys can be locked out to prevent inadvertent operation (see
the key icon in Figure 3.1). Press the softkey adjacent to the key icon.
This shows the Keyboard Lock screen. Press the Yes softkey to disable
the softkeys. They are all disabled with the exception of Unlock.
To enable and restore the softkey functions, press the Unlock softkey.
This shows the Keyboard Lock screen. Press the Yes softkey.
Key icon, shown in the
unlocked position.

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3.2.2 Summary Screen
Figure 3.2: Summary Screen
3.3 Navigating the Menus
3.3.1 Moving Through the Menu Screens
Figure 3.3: Keypad and Display Functions
3.3.2 How to Use the Keypad
Figure 3.4: Accessing Inscriptions on the Keypad
Each softke
y
on each side of
the display is used to
access, select and
sometimes amend the menu
item associated with it.
Where there is a +/-
si
g
n associated with a
softkey, this scrolls
through a set of
options.
This keypad is used to
amend the menu option
which has been selected
(
unless indicated otherwise
)
.
Press the softkey twice in rapid
succession for an Ato appear on
the display screen
Press the softkey three times in ra
p
id
succession to have a Bappear on the
display screen
Press the softkey once to have a
2appear on the display screen
Press the softkey four times in ra
p
id
succession to have a Cappear on
the display screen
2
A
BC
Press More softkey to
access the Advanced
(Top Level) menu
This gives quick access
to the Configurations
menu
Clear or Scrambled.
Indicates whether or not the
output is scrambled.
On or Off Air.
Indicates whether or not the mux
On Air o
p
tion is set to on or off.

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3.3.3 How to Use the Functions Associated with Softkeys
The following display screens show the different functions associated
with the options.
Figure 3.5: Functions Associated With Softkeys
NOTE
A black diagonal cross enclosed by a white circle ( ) means that
the Encoder is under remote control and the user does not have
access to change that parameter.
Press +and -to
scroll through the
choices in the option.
Press Left and Right to
move the underscore to
the next letter that
y
ou
want to change.
Press Quit to revert to
previous menu.
Press Enter to accept
the option choice.
Scramble means that
scrambling is enabled.
Clear means that it is not.
Press Ins to insert a
space where the
underscore is.
Press Del to delete
where the
underscore is. Softkeys mean those at the side of the
screen and those on the keypad.
On Air / Off Air indicates
whether the mux On Air
option is set to on or off.

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4 Typical Operation and Setting of Parameters
Summary
Screen
Ops
Cfgs....
More....
Quit
Config
Menu
Setup....
Errors....
Diagnostics....
Ops
Configs....
Quit
Advanced
Menu
Front Panel
Diagnostics
Menu
Setup
Menu
System....
Video....
Audio....
Data....
Output....
Mux....
Quit
Errors
Menu
Data
Menu
Mux
Menu
Mux....
Audio
Menu
Audio A....
Audio B....
Audio XLR....
Audio Languages
System
Menu
Service Info....
RemoteControl....
General....
Advanced....
MbdServices....
Build....
Quit
Output
Menu
Output Format
Delivery Descriptor....
Sat Modulator....
Video
Menu
Video Source....
Video Encoder....
VBI....
Data A -RS232....
Data B -RS422....
Figure 4.1: Menu Structure

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Refer the following steps for a typical set-up. See Figure 4.1 for the
menu tree structure and Section 4.1 onwards on how to navigate the
menus. For more detailed information or parameters not mentioned
refer to the Reference Guide.
> Select the syntax.
> Optional - load a default configuration and amend if necessary or
restore the factory defaults. Refer to Section 5 for examples of
typical configurations.
> Set the remote control options.
> Set the mux options.
> Set the video options.
> Set the audio options.
> Set the data options.
> Set the Satellite modulator options.
4.1 Select Syntax
Navigate to the Service Info Menu and select the Syntax option.
Choose DVB or ATSC, as required. For DSNG applications DVB syntax is
usually used. The service information for the service can then be set in
the Service Info Menu.
4.2 Load Default Configuration/Restore Factory Defaults
From the Summary screen navigate to the Configs Menu. Select Load
Active Config and choose one of the configurations. Amend the
parameters as necessary.
4.3 Set the Remote Control Options
If the Encoder is to be controlled via its Ethernet interface the unit's IP
address and associated parameters must be set in the Remote Control
Menu.
Navigate to the Remote Control Menu. Select the following options:
> IP Address Option – enter or change the IP address of the unit.
> Change other options as required.

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4.4 Set the Mux Options
Navigate to the Mux Menu. Select the following options:
> Packet Length Option – if the satellite modulator is selected as
the output, then the packet length is forced to be 204 bytes.
> On Air – set to On to send the output of the Encoder to the
Multiplexer.
> Bit-rate (188) / Bit-rate (204) Options – select the required
bit-rate.
NOTE
If the Packet Length option is set to 188 bytes then only the Bit-
rate (188) option is displayed. If the Packet Length option is set to
204 bytes then both the Bit-rate (188) and Bit-rate (204) options
are displayed.
4.5 Set the Video Options
Navigate to the Video Menu and select the Video Encoder Menu to
configure the video input to the Encoder. Select the following options:
> Profile\Level Option – select MP@ML, 422P@ML, MP@HL or
422P@HL.
NOTE
This option is always MP@ML or MP@HL on an E5784.

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> Compression Mode – select the required compression mode.
Standard is the default mode. The various seamless modes allow
the bit-rate to be changed, over a defined range, without a break in
transmission. The low delay modes use various techniques to
reduce the encoding delay, but picture quality may reduce (see the
Reference Guide for more details).
NOTE
In SD changing compression mode can change the GOP structure
and length.
> Bit-Rate – select the required video bit-rate. This defaults to the
maximum possible bit-rate given the current mux bit-rate set, and
the bit-rates set for the other elements such as audio and data.
NOTE
In SD, high bit-rates in low resolutions cannot always generate
sufficient bits to match the requested bit-rate. However, a valid
picture is still produced.
> Exit the Video Encoder Menu and then select the Video Source
Menu to configure the following option.
> Video Input – select the video input required. The video input
options depend upon the profile selected. If the selected input is SD
SDI, the frame rate must also be set. For HD formats choose the
correct input (see the Reference Guide for details).
4.6 Set the VBI Options
Navigate to the Video Menu and select the VBI Menu. The options
available depend on whether the video source is 625 lines, 25 Hz or
525 lines, 29.97 Hz.
VBI In Picture (SD only) - if the video profile level is 422P@ML, then a
VBI In Picture option is available. This transmits the VBI lines as part
of the picture. They will suffer some distortion, and so this is not
suitable for all VBI types, e.g. Video Index.