Tektronix MTS415 Use and care manual

Technical Reference
MTS400 Series
MPEG Test Systems
Specifications and Performance Verification
077-0207-00
This document applies to firmware version 1.7
and above.
Warning
The servicing instructions are for use by qualified
personnel only. To avoid personal injury, do not
perform any servicing unless you are qualified to
do so. Refer to all safety summaries prior to
performing service.
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Table of Contents
General Safety Summary iii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Safety Summary v. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface vii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Related Manuals vii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications
Electrical Specifications 1−2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical Characteristics 1−18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Environmental Characteristics 1−19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performance Verification
Preparation 2−1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Verification Procedures 2−3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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List of Figures
Figure 2−1: Cable connections on the MTS400 Series system 2−3. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2−2: Clock settings dialog box 2−4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2−3: PCR Initial Value settings dialog box 2−5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2−4: Others settings dialog box and
Select Update Item settings dialog box 2−6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2−5: Select ASI interface 2−7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2−6: ASI interface analysis results 2−8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2−7: Record Settings dialog box 2−9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2−8: Record Settings window with the recording function armed 2−10. . . . .
Figure 2−9: MPEG Player playing a SMPTE310M transport stream 2−12. . . . . . . .
Figure 2−10: SMPTE310M interface analysis results 2−13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2−11: SPI interface analysis results 2−15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2−12: RF interface selection and settings 2−16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
List of Tables
Table i: MTS400 Series product documentation vii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−1: Platform characteristics 1−2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−2: A11 and A12 Main MPEG I/O card electrical characteristics 1−4. . . .
Table 1−3: A170 LVDS/ASI/SMPTE310M Interface card
electrical characteristics 1−6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−4: QPSK/8PSK interface card
electrical characteristics with a QPSK input 1−8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−5: QPSK/8PSK interface card
electrical characteristics with an 8PSK input 1−8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−6: 8PSK and QPSK measurements 1−9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−7: COFDM interface card electrical characteristics 1−10. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−8: COFDM measurements 1−11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−9: 8VSB board electrical characteristics 1−13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−10: 8VSB measurements 1−13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−11: QAM Annex B board characteristics 1−14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−12: QAM Annex B measurements 1−15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−13: Video Over IP board - Ethernet Electrical Port 1−16. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−14: Video Over IP board - Ethernet Optical port 1−16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−15: AC power source electrical characteristics 1−17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−16: Mechanical characteristics 1−18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 1−17: Environmental characteristics 1−19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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General Safety Summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to
this product or any products connected to it.
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
While using this product, you may need to access other parts of the system. Read
the General Safety Summary in other system manuals for warnings and cautions
related to operating the system.
Use Proper Power Cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and
certified for the country of use.
Connect and Disconnect Properly. Do not connect or disconnect probes or test
leads while they are connected to a voltage source.
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, ensure that the product is properly grounded.
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.
Powering Off. The power cord provides Mains disconnect.
Replace Batteries Properly. Replace batteries only with the proper type and rating
specified.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels
removed.
Use Proper Fuse. Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this product.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components
when power is present.
Wear Eye Protection. Wear eye protection if exposure to high-intensity rays or
laser radiation exists.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect there is damage to this
product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
To Avoid Fire or
Personal Injury

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Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
Provide Proper Ventilation. Refer to the manual’s installation instructions for
details on installing the product so it has proper ventilation.
Terms in this Manual. 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.
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.
Symbols on the Product. The following symbols may appear on the product:
CAUTION
Refer to Manual
WARNING
High Voltage
Protective Ground
(Earth) Terminal Standby
Symbols and Terms

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Service Safety Summary
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures. Read this Service
Safety Summary and the General Safety Summary before performing any service
procedures.
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 instrument power, then
disconnect the power cord from the mains power.
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.
To avoid electric shock, do not touch exposed connections.

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Preface
This manual lists the electrical, mechanical, and environmental specifications,
and the certification and compliance statements for the Tektronix MTS400 Series
MPEG Test Systems instruments, covering both the MTS415 and MTS430 test
systems. Also provided are procedures for verifying the performance of the test
systems.
NOTE. Text in this manual about the MPEG Player refers to the MPEG player
application installed in the MTS400 Series systems (MTS415 and MTS430).
Related Manuals
The following manuals are also available to use with the MTS400 Series MPEG
Test Systems. These manuals are available on the MTS400 Series Product
Documentation CD-ROM (Tektronix part number 063-4197-xx) that was
supplied with the test system and from the Tektronix Web site.
Table i: MTS400 Series product documentation
Item (Tektronix part number) Description
MTS400 Series Quick Start User Manual
(071-2607-xx English,
071-2608-xx Japanese)
Provides installation and high-level operational
overviews
MTS400 Series Analyzer Applications User
Manual
(077-2505-xx)
Provides in-depth operating information for the
MTS400 analyzer applications
MTS400 Series Generator Applications User
Manual
(077-0204-xx)
Provides in-depth operating information for the
MTS400 Series generator applications
MTS400 Series Carousel Applications User
Manual
(077-0203-xx)
Provides in-depth operating information for the
MTS400 Series carousel applications
MTS400 Series Programmer Manual
(077-0206-xx)
Describes the remote control commands
available for the MPEG Player application
MTS400 Series Specifications and Perfor-
mance Verification Technical Reference
(077-0207-xx) (this manual)
Provides complete product specifications and
a procedure for verifying the operation of the
instrument
MTS400 Series Release Notes
(077-0200-xx)
Provides information about software problems
and behaviors

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