Tektronix TG700 User manual

TG700 and TG8000
Multiformat Test Signal Generators
Module Installation and Upgrade
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Instructions
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Table of Contents
Important safety information...................................................................................... 1
General safety summary ...................................................................................... 1
Service safety summary....................................................................................... 3
Terms in this manual .......................................................................................... 4
Symbols and terms on the product........................................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................................................................................... 5
Covered module installations and upgrades ................................................................ 5
Document overview ........................................................................................... 6
Standard accessories........................................................................................... 6
Product documentation........................................................................................ 7
Firmware upgrade .................................................................................................. 9
Check if a firmware upgrade is required ................................................................... 10
TG700 firmware upgrade .................................................................................... 11
TG8000 firmware upgrade................................................................................... 18
Module and TG8UP PW installation............................................................................ 27
Preventing component damage.............................................................................. 27
Installing a module ............. ................................ .................. .................. .......... 28
Removing a module .......................................................................................... 32
SDI7UP 3G and DBT upgrades.................................................................................. 34
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ii TG700 and TG8000 Module Installation and Upgrade Instructions

Important safety information
This manual contains information and warnings that must be followed by the user
for safe operation and to keep the product in a safe condition.
To safely perform service on this product, additional information is provided at
the end of this section. (See page 3, Service safety summary.)
General safety summary
Use the product only as specified. Review the following safety precautions to
avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it.
Carefully read all instructions. Retain these instructions for future reference.
Comply with local and national safety codes.
For correct and safe operation of the product, it is essential that you follow
generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the safety precautions specified
in this manual.
The product is designed to be used by trained personnel only.
Only qualified personnel who are aware of the hazards involved should remove
the cover for repair, maintenance, or adjustment.
Before use, always check the product with a known source to be sure it is
operating correctly.
This product is not intended for detection of hazardous voltages.
Use personal protective equipment to prevent shock and arc blast injury where
hazardous live conductors are exposed.
While using this product, you may need to access other parts of a larger system.
Read the safety sections of the other component manuals for warnings and
cautions related to operating the system.
When incorporating this equipment into a system, the safety of that system is the
responsibility of the assembler of the system.
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Important safety information
To avoid fire or personal
injury
Use proper power cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and
certified for the country of use.
Do not use the provided power cord for other products.
Ground the product. This product is grounded through the grounding conductor
of the power cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding conductor must be
connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input or output
terminals of the product, make sure that the product is properly grounded.
Do not disable the power cord grounding connection.
Power disconnect. The power cord disconnects the product from the power
source. See instructions for the location. Do not position the equipment so that it
is difficult to disconnect the power cord; it must remain accessible to the user at
all times to allow for quick disconnection if needed.
Observe all terminal ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings
and markings on the product. Consult the product manual for further ratings
information before making connections to the product.
Do not apply a potential to any terminal, including the common terminal, that
exceeds the maximum rating of that terminal.
Do not operate without covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels
removed, or with the case open. Hazardous voltage exposure is possible.
Avoid exposed circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components
when power is present.
Do not operate with suspected failures. If you suspect that there is damage to this
product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Disable the product if it is damaged. Do not use the product if it is damaged
or operates incorrectly. If in doubt about safety of the product, turn it off and
disconnect the power cord. Clearly mark the product to prevent its further
operation.
Before use, inspect voltage probes, test leads, and accessories for mechanical
damage and replace when damaged. Do not use probes or test leads if they are
damaged, if there is exposed metal, or if a wear indicator shows.
Examine the exterior of the product before you use it. Look for cracks or missing
pieces.
Use only specified replacement parts.
Do not operate in wet/damp conditions. Be aware that condensation may occur if
a unit is moved from a cold to a warm environment.
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Important safety information
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.
Keep product surfaces clean and dry. Remove the input signals before you clean
the product.
Provide proper ventilation. Refer to the installation instructions in the manual for
details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.
Slots and openings are provided for ventilation and should never be covered or
otherwise obstructed. Do not push objects into any of the openings.
Provide a safe working environment. Always place the product in a location
convenient for viewing the display and indicators.
Avoid improper or prolonged use of keyboards, pointers, and button pads.
Improper or prolonged keyboard or pointer use may result in serious injury.
Be sure your work area meets applicable ergonomic standards. Consult with an
ergonomics professional to avoid stress injuries.
Use only the Tektronix rackmount hardware specified for this product.
Service safety summary
The Service safety summary section contains additional information required to
safely perform service on the product. Only qualified personnel should perform
service procedures. Read this Service safety summary and the General safety
summary before performing any service procedures.
To avoid electric shock. Do not touch exposed connections.
Do not service alone. Do not perform internal service or adjustments of this
product unless another person capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation is
present.
Disconnect power. To avoid electric shock, switch off the product power and
disconnect the power cord from the mains power before removing any covers or
panels, or opening the case for servicing.
Use care when servicing with power on. Dangerous voltages or currents may exist
in this product. Disconnect power, remove battery (if applicable), and disconnect
test leads before removing protective panels, soldering, or replacing components.
Verify safety after repair. Always recheck ground continuity and mains dielectric
strength after performing a repair.
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Important safety information
Termsinthismanual
These terms may appear in this manual:
WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result
in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in
damage to this product or other property.
Symbols and terms on the product
These terms may appear on the product:
DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read
the marking.
WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you
read the marking.
CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.
When this symbol is marked on the product, be sure to consult the manual
to find out the nature of the potential hazards and any actions which have to
betakentoavoidthem. (Thissymbolmayalsobeusedtorefertheuserto
ratings in the manual.)
The following symbol(s) may appear on the product:
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Introduction
Introduction
This document provides instructions for installing modules and upgrades in the
TG700 and TG8000 Multiformat Test Signal Generator mainframes.
Covered module installations and upgrades
Module installations The following module installations are covered by this document:
AG7 Audio Generator module
AGL7 Analog Genlock module
ATG7 Analog Test Generator module
AVG7 Analog Video Generator module
AWVG7 Analog Wideband Video Generator module
BG7 Black Generator module
DVG7 Digital Video Generator module
GPS7 GPS Synchronization and Timecode module
HD3G7 HD 3 Gb/s SDI Video Generator module
HDLG7 HD Dual Link Generator module
HDVG7 HDTV Digital Video Generator module
SDI7 Dual Channel SD/HD/3G SDI Video Generator module
TG8UP PW (replacement Power Supply module for the TG8000 mainframe)
SDI7 module upgrades The following SDI7UP software upgrades for the SDI7 module are covered by
this document:
Option 3G – add 3G-SDI signal generation
(TG700 and TG8000)
Option DBT – add embedded audio Dolby E program generation
(TG8000 only)
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Introduction
Document overview
These instructions are composed of the following sections:
Firmware upgrade describes how to upgrade the firmware of the TG700 and
TG8000 mainframes. The instrument firmware should be upgraded to the
latest version before you install new modules or upgrade the SDI7 module
with software options. (See page 9.)
Module and TG8UP PW installation describes how to install a generator or
special function module in the TG700 and TG8000 mainframes and how to
install a replacement Power Supply module in a TG8000 mainframe.
(See page 27.)
SDI7UP 3G and DBT upgrades describes how to enter the option key that
is requiredtoenableOption3Gand/orDBTonanexistingSDI7module.
(See page 34.)
Standard accessories
Modules The following accessories are shipped with each new generator or special function
module:
TG700 and TG8000 Module Installation Instructions (this document)
Tektronix part number: 075-1045-XX
TG700 and TG8000 Software Library and Documentation DVD
Tektronix part number: 063-4440-XX
TG8UP PW The following accessory is shipped with the replacement Power Supply module:
TG700 and TG8000 Module Installation Instructions (this document)
Tektronix part number: 075-1045-XX
SDI7UP 3G and DBT The following accessories are shipped with each SDI7 module upgrade:
TG700 and TG8000 Module Installation Instructions (this document)
Tektronix part number: 075-1045-XX
Printed document listing the serial number of the SDI7 module being
upgraded and the new option key for that module
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Introduction
Product documentation
For detailed information about module features and specifications, refer to
the appropriate User Manual or Specifications and Performance Verification
Technical Reference document for your product.
If you ordered a new module, the user documentation for your product is located
on the TG700 and TG8000 SW Library and Documentation DVD supplied with
this upgrade kit.
Check the Tektronix Web site for the latest version of the documents
(www.tektronix.com\downloads).
TG8000 documentation The following table lists the user documents for the TG8000 and its related
modules:
Table 1: TG8000 Multiformat Test Signal Generator documentation
Availability
Document Tektronix part number Description Print Web DVD
User Manual 071-3036-xx (English)
071-3037-xx (Japanese)
071-3038-xx (Russian)
Describes how to install, operate, and
configure the instrument
PC Tools Technical Reference 077-0684-xx Describes how to use the PC tools software
that is supplied with the instrument
Specifications and
Performance Verification
077-0685-xx Lists the product specifications and
provides procedures for verifying the
performance of the instrument
Programmer Manual 077-0686-xx Provides programming information for the
mainframe and related modules
Service Manual 077-0687-xx Describes how to service the mainframe to
the module level (such as circuit boards
and fuses) and provides information about
servicing generator modules
Declassification and Security
Instructions
077-0688-xx Describes how to clear or sanitize the data
storage (memory) devices in the product
for customers with data security concerns.
Release Notes 077-0689-xx Describes the new features, improvements,
and limitations of the instrument firmware
Video Sync Pulse Generator
and Electronic Changeover
Unit System Integration
Technical Reference
077-0563-xx
(ECO422D)
077-0877-xx
(ECO8000 / ECO8020)
Provides information for system
integrators who are designing systems for
high-definition (HD) and standard-definition
(SD) digital video content where Tektronix
electronic changeover units and video
sync pulse generators are to be deployed.
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Introduction
TG700 documentation The following table lists the user documents for the TG700 and its related
modules:
Table 2: TG700 TV Signal Generator Platform documentation
Availability
Document Tektronix part number Description Print Web DVD
User Manual 071-1970-xx (English)
071-1971-xx (Japanese)
Describes how to install, operate, and
configure the instrument
PC Tools Technical Reference 077-0138-xxDescribes how to use the PC tools software
that is supplied with the instrument
Specifications and
Performance Verification
077-0137-xx Lists the product specifications and
provides procedures for verifying the
performance of the instrument
Programmer Manual 077-0139-xx Provides programming information for the
mainframe and related modules
Service Manual 077-0230-xx Describes how to service the mainframe to
the module level (such as circuit boards
and fuses) and provides information about
servicing generator modules
Release Notes 077-0228-xx (English)
077-0443-xx (Japanese)
Describes the new features, improvements,
and limitations of the instrument firmware
Video Sync Pulse Generator
and Electronic Changeover
Unit System Integration
Technical Reference
077-0563-xx Provides information for system
integrators who are designing systems for
high-definition (HD) and standard-definition
(SD) digital video content where Tektronix
electronic changeover units and video
sync pulse generators are to be deployed.
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Firmware upgrade
Firmware upgrade
CAUTION. The instrument firmware should be upgraded to the latest version
before you install new modules or upgrade the SDI7 module with software options.
This section describes how to upgrade the firmware of the TG700 and TG8000
mainframes.
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Firmware upgrade
Check if a firmware upgrade is required
Perform the following procedure to determine if a firmware upgrade is required
for your instrument:
1. Check the firmware version on your instrument:
a. Press the front-panel MODULE button to display the main menu.
Depending on the type of instrument, either TG700 : PRESET or
TG8000 : PRESET will be displayed.
b. Use the up (▲)ordown(▼) arrow button to select UTILITY,andthen
press the ENTER button to access the UTILITY menu.
c. Use the up (▲)ordown(▼)arrowbuttontoselectVERSION INFO
(F/W).
d. TG700 only: If necessary, use the left (◄)orright(►) arrow button to
select CPU[0].
e. The firmware version number is displayed in the menu.
2. Check the latest firmware version available on the Tektronix Web site:
a. Use a Web browser on your PC to access the downloads page on the
Tektronix Web site (www.tektronix.com/downloads).
b. In the Model or Keyword search box, enter TG700 or TG8000.
c. In the Select Download Type drop-down list, select Software,andthen
click GO.
d. Check the version number of the available TG700 or TG8000 firmware
download.
3. If the firmware version on the Web site is later than the version installed on
your instrument or on the DVD supplied with new modules, download the
firmware package to your PC and proceed to the upgrade procedure for your
instrument:
TG700 firmwareupgrade(Seepage11.)
TG8000 firmware upgrade (See page 18.)
4. If the firmware version on the Web site is the same as the firmware version
already installed on your instrument or on the DVD supplied with new
modules, proceed as follows:
If you are installing a new module or a replacement Power Supply module,
proceed to Module and TG8UP PW installation.(Seepage27.)
If you are installing a firmware upgrade for your SDI7 module, proceed to
SDI7UP 3G and DBT upgrades. (See page 34.)
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Firmware upgrade
TG700 firmware upgrade
This section describes how to upgrade the firmware of the TG700 mainframe.
Required equipment The following equipment is required to upgrade the firmware:
PC with Windows OS (2000, Vista, XP, or 7) and an Ethernet interface
installed
10 BASE-T Ethernet cable (crossover or straight)
Firmware upgrade package (available on the Tektronix Web site or located on
the TG700 and TG8000 Software Library and Documentation DVD provided
with new modules)
TG700 mainframe memory
requirements
With firmware version 5.6, the TG700 mainframe must have at least 32 MB of
memory installed. If you intend to install frame picture files (*.pic), created by the
Frame Picture Generator application for the DVG7, HDVG7, AVG7, or AWVG7
modules, or if you intend to install bitmap frame picture files (*.bmp) for the SDI7
module, then the mainframe must have 64 MB of memory installed.
Firmware upgrades. If your existing mainframe has 32 MB of memory and you
have loaded the TG700 memory with frame picture files, you may not be able to
upgrade the instrument to firmware version 5.6.
If you receive a memory error while attempting to upgrade the firmware version,
you need to delete some of the frame picture files.
Memory upgrades not available. TG700 Option FP and an upgrade kit
(040-1698-xx) provided extra memory, which allowed the TG700 mainframe to
support the Frame Picture Generator application. These upgrades are no longer
available for TG700 mainframes.
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Firmware upgrade
TG700 upgrade procedure NOTE. Refer to Mainframe Memory Requirements before you perform the
upgrade procedures. (See page 11.)
Perform the following procedure to upgrade the firmware. It is not necessary to
uninstall the earlier version.
1. If you are connecting the TG700 directly to a PC:
a. Using a crossover Ethernet cable, connect between the 10 BASE-T port
on the TG700 and the Ethernet port or NIC on the PC.
b. Power on the TG700 and the PC.
c. Identify the PC’s IP address and subnet mask.
NOTE. You can find the PC’s IP address and subnet mask by bringing up the
“Command Prompt”, using the “Startup” menu under “Accessories” and
typing “ipconfig” at the prompt.
d. Set the IP address of the TG700 such that all the digits are the same except
for the last digit, which should be changed by 1.
e. Set the subnet mask of the TG700 to the same subnet as the PC.
f. Proceedtostep4.
2. If you are connecting the TG700 to your local Ethernet network using a
static IP address:
CAUTION. Using an IP address that is already in use can cause network conflicts,
resulting in system instability and/or the system locking up. Ensure that the IP
address is not already in use before connecting to the network. Contact the
network administrator for assistance.
a. Power on the TG700.
b. Set the IP address of the TG700 as specified by the network administrator.
c. Set the subnet mask of the TG700 as specified by the network
administrator.
d. Using a straight Ethernet cable, connect between the 10 BASE-T port
on the TG700 and the Ethernet hub port of your local network. By
connecting to an Ethernet network, you can access the TG700 using any
PC on the network.
e. Power on a PC connected to the network and proceed to step 4.
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Firmware upgrade
3. If you are connecting the TG700 to your local Ethernet network using a
DHCP server (dynamically allocated IP addresses):
a. Power on the TG700.
b. Set the NET SETUP:DHCP setting to Enable on the TG700.
c. Power off the TG700.
d. Using a straight Ethernet cable, connect the 10 BASE-T port on the
TG700 to the Ethernet hub port of your local network. By connecting to
an Ethernet network, you can access the TG700 using any PC on the
network.
e. Power on the TG700 and a PC connected to the network.
f. Identify the IP address assigned to the TG700 by the DHCP server.
g. Proceed to step 4.
4. If you downloaded the upgrade files from the Web in the Check if a firmware
upgrade is required procedure (See page 10.), perform these steps:
a. Navigate to the upgrade files on your PC.
b. If necessary, click on the self-extracting archive to extract the following
files into the directory of your choice: transfer.exe and firmware.pkg.
There may also be a readme.txt file.
NOTE. If the firmware upgrade package contains a readme.txt file,besureto
read the file before you attempt to upgrade the firmware on your instrument.
The transfer.exe and firmware.pkg files must be located in the same directory
on the PC.
c. Proceed to step 6.
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Firmware upgrade
5. If you are upgrading the firmware using the TG700 and TG8000 Signal
Generator Platform SW Library and Documentation DVD supplied with new
modules, perform these steps:
a. Insert the DVD into the DVD drive on your PC.
NOTE. If the DVD browser does not automatically start, double-click
launch.exe in the root directory of the DVD.
b. When the TG700 and TG8000 Test Signal Generators browser window
appears, select the TG700 link.
c. Select the Mainframe and module software link.
d. Select one of the following upgrade options:
Select Upgrade to V5.X if your mainframe has 32 MB or more of
memory.
Select Upgrade to V4.1 if your mainframe has 16 MB of memory.
The PC will open a Windows Explorer window displaying the contents of
the selected upgrade folder.
NOTE. With firmware version 5.6 and later, it is strongly recommended that
the TG700 mainframe have 64 MB of memory if you intend to install logo
and/or frame picture files into a DVG7, HDVG7, or SDI7 module. (See
page 11, TG700 mainframe memory requirements.)
6. Double-click the tgUpgrade.exe icon in the folder. The TG700 Upgrade
dialog box appears as shown in the following figure.
NOTE. In the following cases, an error message appears when you double-click
the tgUpgrade.exe icon. If this happens, copy all of the files in the Upgrade folder
to the hard disk, and then repeat the operation.
■When you upgrade the TG700 with firmware version 1.3 or earlier and use the
ATG7, AVG7, or AWVG7 module in it.
■When you upgrade the TG700 with firmware version 2.1 or earlier and use the
AVG7 or AWVG7 module in it.
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Firmware upgrade
Figure 1: TG700 Upgrade dialog box
7. In the dialog box, enter the IP address that you assigned to your TG700.
8. If you want to download the signals for the specified module(s), use the check
boxes at the bottom of the dialog box. Normally, you do not need to select
any check boxes. Select the appropriate check box(es) in the following cases:
ATG7 check box: when you upgrade the TG700 mainframe with firmware
version 1.3 or earlier and use the ATG7 module in the mainframe.
AVG7 check box: when you upgrade the TG700 mainframe with firmware
version 2.1 or earlier and use the AVG7 module in the mainframe.
AWVG7 check box: when you upgrade the TG700 mainframe with
firmware version 2.1 or earlier and use the AWVG7 module in the
mainframe.
9. Click the Copy button. The PC will start transferring the files in the Upgrade
folder to the TG700.
CAUTION. Do not power off the TG700 until the file transfer is complete. Doing
so will prevent the instrument from starting up normally.
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Firmware upgrade
10. When the file transfer is complete, the message box shown below appears.
Figure 2: Message box appearing after the file transfer is complete
11. Click the OK button in the message box.
12. Disconnect the power cable from the power cord connector on the TG700 rear
panel, and then connect it again to restart the instrument.
13. If your TG700 includes an HDLG7 module, proceed with the following steps
to complete the upgrade:
CAUTION. While upgrading, do not press the front panel buttons or cycle the
instrument power. Doing so can corrupt the module memory and FPGA image.
a. Power on the TG700.
b. Press the MODULE button until the name of the module you are
upgrading appears.
c. Press and hold the ENTER button until “Upgrade FPGA” appears .
d. Press the ENTER button to upgrade the module.
e. The upgrade will take approximately three minutes. After it is complete,
remove power from the TG700 and then reapply power to reboot the
system.
NOTE. If you are upgrading the FPGA of multiple modules, you need to upgrade
them separately and reboot the instrument after each upgrade. For example, if
you have three HDLG7s, the FPGA upgrade process sequence will be: select and
upgrade a module, then reboot, then select and upgrade another module, then
reboot, select and upgrade the final module, then reboot. You do not need to
upgrade the modules in any particular order.
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