THOMSON Grass Valley KAM-XM Series User manual

KAM-XM-SERIES
HD UDC/UPC/UNC/DNC/UGC MODULES
Instruction Manual
SOFTWARE VERSION 1.0.7.5
071833000
JUNE 2004

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Contents
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Module Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Supported Up/Down Conversion Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Quick Start Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Module Placement in the 2000 Frame. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
KAM-XM-R Rear Module Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
GPI0 Connections for GPI Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Power Up and Module Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Configuration Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Up and Down Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Format Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Aspect Ratio Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Proc Amp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Detail Enhance Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Noise Reduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Spike Filtering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Brickwall Filtering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Temporal Recursive Filtering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Color Legalizer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
GPI and User Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Configuration Summary Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Remote Control and Monitoring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Web Page Operations and Functional Elements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Status and Identification Headers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Links and Web Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Status Web Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
License Web Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Format Web Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Reference Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Aspect Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Proc Amp Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Detail Enhance Web Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Spike Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Brickwall Web Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Temporal Recursive Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Mosquito Web Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Advanced Aperture Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Color Legalizer Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Presets Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

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Contents
GPI Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Slot Config Web Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Software Update Web Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Newton Control Panel Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Power-up Diagnostics Failure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Module Repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Index
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Preface
About This Manual
This manual describes the features of a specific 2000 Series module in the
Kameleon Media Processing System. As part of this module family, it is
subject to Safety and Regulatory Compliance described in the 2000 Series
frame and power supply documentation (see the 2000 Series Frames Instruc-
tion Manual ).

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Preface

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KAM-XM Series
Up/Down Conversion
Modules
Introduction
This manual covers installation, configuration and operation of the fol-
lowing Kameleon KAM-XM Series modules:
• KAM-XM-UDC – HDTV Up/Down Converter
• KAM-XM-UPC – HDTV High Quality Up Converter
• KAM-XM-UNC – HDTV Up Converter with Advanced SDTV Noise
Reduction
• KAM-XM-UCG – HDTV Character Generator Quality Up Converter
•KAM-XM-DNC – HDTV Down Converter
Module functionality is summarized in Table 1.
Table 1. KAM-XM Up and Down Converter Module Summary
Function KM-XM-UDC KM-XM-UPC KM-XM-UNC KM-XM-UGC KM-XM-DNC
Aspect Ratio Control X X X X X
Proc Amp Adjustments (for video processing) X X X X X
Color Space Conversion X X X X X
Detail Enhancement X X X X X
Spike Filter (Adaptive Median filtering) X X
Brickwall Filter X X
Temporal Recursive Filter (Auto or Manual mode) X X
GPI Control (3 external GPI inputs controlling presets) X X X X X
Color Legalizer Control X X X X X
First 2 audio groups of HD video are re-embedded into
SDI stream. X
First 2 audio groups of SDTV video re-embedded into HD
output stream with compensating delay. XX
Re-insertion of Closed Caption data into HD output
stream. XX

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Module Descriptions
The KAM-XM Up/Down conversion series modules also feature:
•Proprietary Teranex™ PixelMotion™ De-interlacing,
• Support of SD and HD video with embedded audio, including
Dolby-E,
•Hot-swap capability,
•Operates in the same frame with other 2000 and Kameleon modules,
• Three external GPI inputs to trigger selectable Preset 1-10 registers,
•Network control with the Newton Control Panel or Kameleon web con-
trol, and
• Support of NetConfig™ configuration tool and NetCentral™
SNMP-based monitoring system.
Module Descriptions
Each KAM-XM module uses the same circuit board with the application
software enabled for the particular module type. The module type is iden-
tified by a sticker on the circuit board and the Model name is identified in
the web page header. For up/down conversion rates supported, refer to
Table 2 on page 9.
The modules described in this manual include the following:
•KAM-XM-UDC – supports broadcast quality up and down conversion
of SD and HD video with embedded audio with the standard conver-
sion controls. In addition, it also offers noise reduction controls with
adaptive median spike, brickwall, and temporal recursive filters. This
application utilizes de-interlacing on a pixel-by-pixel basis for pre-
serving fine detail from the original image. Down conversion offers an
anti-aliasing filter.
• KAM-XM-UNC – supports broadcast quality HD up conversion for
SDI video with or without embedded audio with the standard conver-
sion controls. In addition, this module also offers advanced noise
reduction with adaptive median spike, brickwall, and temporal recur-
sive filter controls. This application utilizes de-interlacing on a
pixel-by-pixel basis for preserving fine detail from the original image.
•KAM-XM-UPC – supports broadcast quality HD up conversion for SDI
video with or without embedded audio with the standard conversion
controls. This application utilizes de-interlacing on a pixel-by-pixel
basis for preserving fine detail from the original image.
• KAM-XM-UCG – a high quality SDTV character generator up con-
verter with the standard up conversion controls that performs de-inter-
lacing on a field by field basis depending on the amount of motion in
the material.

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Module Descriptions
• KAM-XM-DNC – this broadcast quality down converter application
also utilizes de-interlacing on a pixel-by-pixel basis. Once the image
has been de-interlaced and down converted, detail enhancement can be
applied to the image to further shape the output. The first two groups
of audio from the HD video are re-embedded into the standard defini-
tion SDI video signal.
Supported Up/Down Conversion Rates
The modules support the conversion rates summarized in Table 2.
Table 2. Format Conversion Input/Output Combinations
KAM-XM-
Input Format Output Format UNC UPC UCG DNC UDC
480i59.94 480i59.94 X X X X
480i59.94 720p59.94 X X X X
480i59.94 1080i59.94 X X X X
576i50 576i50 X X X X
576i50 720p50 X X X X
576i50 1080i50 X X X X
720p50 576i50 X X
720p59.94 480i59.94 X X
1080i50 576i50 X X
1080i59.94 480i59.94 X X

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System Requirements
System Requirements
Operation of the KAM-XM modules in 2000 Series frames has the following
hardware and software requirements:
•Modules must be installed in a 2000T1DNG or 2000T3DNG Kameleon
2000 Series frame containing a a 2000GEN module.
• The frame must have a 2000NET module with assembly number
671-5231-01 or later running software version 3.2.2 or later.
Note These requirements are necessary for proper cooling support and interface
to the Newton Control Panel configuration, NetConfig and GUI control, and
SNMP monitoring.
Existing Kameleon frames can be upgraded with the necessary
modules and software for proper operation. Contact your sales repre-
sentative for more information.
All KAM-XM module sets require two vertical module slots of frame space.
Frame density for the 1 RU frame is two module sets and six module sets
for a fully stuffed 3 RU frame. Both dual and single height Kameleon and
2000 modules can be mixed in the frames.

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Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide
This Quick Start Guide is provided for an overview of installing the
KAM-XM modules. Each step gives you a link to a more detailed descrip-
tion of each process.
1.
Install the KAM-XM modules in the 2000 Kameleon frame. Install the
XM-IO-1 Rear module first, then install the front module in the
corresponding front slot ( Module Placement in the 2000 Frame on page 12 ).
2.
Connect the 2000 frame to the network and navigate the web browser
to the frame. This process is described in detail in the 2000NET
Instruction Manual available on-line.
3.
Navigate to the module you would like to configure and click on the
appropriate slot to access the module links ( Links and Web Pages on
page 34 ).
4.
Click on the Slot Config link on the left side of the page ( Slot Config Web
Page on page 52 ). This page allows you to assign a name to this module.
Assigning easily recognizable names will help later in the configuration
process.
5.
Cable the rear module signal connections ( Cabling on page 15 ).
6.
Configure the input and output formats on the Format web page
( Format Web Page on page 38 ).
7.
Configure the Reference source on the Reference web page ( Reference
Web Page on page 39 ). Select the type of reference from either the input
signal or an external reference (2000GEN module installed in the 2000
frame).
8.
Continue with module configuration depending on the module type.

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Installation
Installation
Installation of a KAM-XM module set is a process of:
• Placing the KAM-XM rear module in a frame slot,
• Placing the front media module in the corresponding front slot, and
•Cabling signal ports.
Module Placement in the 2000 Frame
There are twelve slot locations in both the front and rear of a Kameleon
3 RU frame to accommodate KAM-XM modules. A KAM-XM module set
consists of a front media module and a dual height rear module that
requires two module slots.
Each KAM-XM front media module plugs into the front of the 2000 frame
mid-plane. The rear module plugs into the corresponding rear slot to
provide the input and output interface connectors.
A 3 RU 2000T3 frame fully stuffed with KAM-XM front and rear modules
will accommodate up to six module sets. A 1 RU 2000T1 frame will accom-
modate up to 2 module sets.
The KAM-XM front and rear module can be plugged in and removed from
a Kameleon 2000 Series frame with power on. When power is applied to the
module, LED indicators reflect the initialization process (see Power Up on
page 11).
To install a KAM-XM module set in the frame:
1.
For fully stuffing a 3 RU frame with KAM-XM modules, locate a vacant
slot in slot 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 of the rear of the frame (Figure 1 on
page 13). The rear module uses two slots.
Note This configuration (using slots 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10) is only suggested when fully
stuffing the frame with KAM-XM modules. There are no restrictions on which
slot to use as long as there is room in the frame. You may use any two slots
(odd or even numbered) for a KAM-XM module with any Kameleon or 2000
module combination.

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Installation
Figure 1. Fully Stuffed 3 RU Frame, Rear View
2.
Insert the rear module into vacant rear slot 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 of the
frame as illustrated in Figure 2.
3.
Verify that the module connector seats properly against the midplane.
4.
Using a crossblade screwdriver, tighten the two screw locks to secure
the module in the frame.
Figure 2. Installing KAM_XM Rear Module
5.
Locate the front slot 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 in the frame corresponding to the
rear module circuit board. The 3 RU frame front view is illustrated in
Figure 3. Module slots where the KAM-XM should be installed are
highlighted in gray for a fully stuffed 2000 frame.
Mid-frame motherboard
with power and
communication buses
Use rear media module slots 2, 4, and 6Use rear media module slots 8, 10, and 12
8330_05
Slot 6
Slot 4
Slot 2
Slot 8
Slot 10
Slot 12
Alignment post
and receptacle
Screw locks
(both sides)
8330_03
2000 frame (rear view) Board edge guides
(both sides)
J1
LOOPINOUT2OUT1
RS-232 GP10
J2
J4J5
J5
J7

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Installation
Figure 3. 2000 Series 3 RU Frame, Front Slots
6. With the component side up, insert the front media module in the
corresponding front slot (see Figure 4).
7.
Verify that the module connector seats properly against the midplane
and rear module connector.
8.
Press firmly on both ejector tabs to seat the module.
Figure 4. Installing Front Media Module
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(12)
(1)
Install Front Media modules
into slots 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12.
8330_01
KAM-XM
Alignment post and receptacle
8330-10
2000 Frame (front view)
Board edge
guides
Board edge
guides

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Installation
Cabling
All cabling to the KAM-XM module set is done on the corresponding Dual
Height KAM-XM-R rear module (XM-IO-1) at the back of the 2000 frame.
KAM-XM-R Rear Module Connections
Refer to Figure 5 for an illustration of the KAM-XM rear module.
The KAM-XM rear module provides the following input and output and
control connections.
•IN (BNC)– a serial digital input that may be either standard definition
(SD) or high definition (HD) video depending on the front module
type.
•LOOP (BNC)– provides an output for the input signal to be looped to
another destination.
• OUT1 (BNC)– this serial digital output connection can be either SD or
HD depending on the front module type and the output format
selected.
• OUT2 (BNC)– this serial digital output connection can be either SD or
HD depending on the front module type and the output format
selected.
•RS-232 Port (DB-9, Male) – this serial port allows a direct interface to the
module for testing and configuration purposes. This port is not nor-
mally used.
•GPI0 Port (DB-9, Female) – this port allows connection of external GPI
(General Purpose Interface) signals to the module as described in GPI0
Connections for GPI Control on page 17 .
Figure 5. KAM-XM Rear Module Input/Output Connectors
J1
LOOPINOUT2OUT1
RS-232
XM-IO-1
GPI0
J2
J4J5
J6
J7
8330_02

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Installation
KAM-XM-UPC
For a KAM-XM-UPC HDTV Up Converter, connect the SD signal to be up
converted to the IN (J2) BNC. Loop the signal from the LOOP (J1) BNC to
another destination if required.
Connect the OUT1 (J5) and OUT2 (J4) BNCs to the HDTV device.
KAM-XM-UDC
For a KAM-XM-UDC HDTV Up/Down Converter, connect the SD signal
to be up converted or the HD signal to be down converted to the IN (J2)
BNC. Loop the signal from the LOOP (J1) BNC to another destination if
required.
Connect the OUT1 (J5) and OUT2 (J4) BNCs to the HDTV device if up con-
verting or the SDTV device if down converting.
KAM-XM-UNC
For a KAM-XM-UNC HDTV Up Converter with advanced SDTV noise
reduction, connect the SD signal to be up converted to the IN (J2) BNC.
Loop the signal from the LOOP (J1) BNC to another destination if required.
Connect the OUT1 (J5) and OUT2 (J4) BNCs to the HDTV device.
KAM-XM-UCG
For a KAM-XM-UCG HDTV Character Generator Up Converter, connect
the SD signal to be up converted to the IN (J2) BNC. Loop the signal from
the LOOP (J1) BNC to another destination if required.
Connect the OUT1 (J5) and OUT2 (J4) BNCs to the HDTV device.
KAM-XM-DNC
For a KAM-XM-DNC Down Converter, connect the HDTV signal to be
down converted to the IN (J2) BNC. Loop the signal from the LOOP (J1)
BNC to another destination if required.
Connect the OUT1 (J5) and OUT2 (J4) BNCs to the SDTV device.

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Installation
GPI0 Connections for GPI Control
The KAM-XM modules can receive up to three General Purpose Interface
(GPI) external triggers to automatically activate specific user presets con-
figured on the GPI (page 51) and Presets web pages (page 50). Cus-
tomer-supplied external GPI triggers are wired through connector J6
(GPIO) on the rear module.
Inputs to the GPI are held high and expect a contact closure to ground to
activate the programmed presets. There is a 100 mA maximum sink to
ground.
Table 3 provides pinouts for the GPI I/O control port, connector J6.
Table 3. Connector GP10 Wiring for GPI Control
GPIO Control Pin Connector J6
1 GPI Input 1
2 GPI Input 2
3 GPI Input 3
4 Reserved
5 System Ground
6 System Ground
7 Not Connected
8 Reserved
9 Reserved
Pin 1
Pin 6
Pin 5
Pin 9
D-9 Female
8330_12

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Power Up and Module Status
Power Up and Module Status
The front LED indicators are illustrated in Figure 6.
Upon power-up, the green PWR LED should light.
Note The KAM-XM module will take approximately 25 seconds to boot up.
Refer to Table 4 on page 19 to see a complete list of possible operating con-
ditions and the resulting indicator status.
Figure 6. Front Edge LEDs Indicators
8269_07
FAULT
COMM
CONF
GND
PWR
+3.3
SEQ
ACT
TC
PRSNT
AUD
PRSNT
FRM
LOCK
FBREF
ERR
UCREF
ERR
OFF
ERR
IFF
ERR
VOLT
TRIP
CH2
STAT
CH1
STAT
RESET
SEQ ACT (green)
TC PRSNT (green)
AUD PRSNT (green)
FRM LOCK (green)
FBREF ERR (red)
UCREF ERR (red)
OFF ERR (red)
IFF ERR (red)
VOLT TRIP (red)
CH1 STAT (yellow)
RESET (green)
FAULT (red)
COMM (yellow)
CONF (yellow)
PWR +3.3 (green)

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Power Up and Module Status
A red FAULT LED indicates an error situation and, when noted with the
other indicator LEDs, can indicate a specific problem area. Table 4 describes
signal output and LED indications for the various input combinations and
user settings.
Table 4. Indicator LEDs and Conditions Indicated
LED Indication Condition
FAULT
(red)
Off Normal operation.
On continuously Module has detected an Optic 1 or Optic 2 internal fault from the submodule or a write failure has
occurred on the front module.
Long flash No input is detected for the input or the input does not match the format selected manually, no rear
module is present, or the wrong rear module is present.
COMM
(yellow)
Off No activity on frame communication bus.
3 Short Flashes Location Command received by the module from a remote control system.
Short flash Activity present on the frame communication bus.
CONF
(yellow)
On Module is initializing, changing operating modes, or updating firmware.
Off Module is in normal operating mode.
PWR +3.3
(green)
Off No power to module, fuse blown, or module’s DC/DC converter failed.
On continuously Normal operation, module is powered.
SEQ ACT
(green)
Off Input video not detected or PLL unlocked.
Blinking Normal operation, Sequencer Active LED should be blinking to Indicate good video input and PLLs
locked.
TC PRSNT
(green)
Off No timecode or bad timecode.
On Good timecode is detected.
AUD PRSNT
(green)
Off No embedded audio detected.
On Embedded audio detected.
FRM LOCK
(green)
Off Input to output frame rates are not locked.
On Normal operation, input to output frame rates are locked.
FBREF ERR
(yellow)
Off No FrameBuilder refresh error detected.
On FrameBuffer refresh error detected, output could be corrupted such as bad output image.
UCREF ERR
(yellow)
Off No Microcode refresh error detected.
On Microcode refresh error detected, Microcode memory could be corrupted.
OFF ERR
(yellow)
Off Normal operation, no Output FIFO underflow/overflow error detected.
On Output FIFO underflow/overflow error condition detected.
IFF ERR
(yellow)
Off Normal operation, no input FIFO underflow/overflow error condition detected.
On Input FIFO is detecting underflow/overflow error condition.
VOLT TRIP
(yellow)
Off Normal state, no under voltage trip detected.
On Under voltage trip detected, one or more supply voltages is below specification.
CH1 STAT
(green)
Off No input detected or bad input.
On Normal operation, good input detected.
RESET
(red)
Off Normal operation, board is not in Reset mode.
On Module is in reset mode, including FPGA configuration sequence.

20 KAM-XM-SERIES Instruction Manual
Configuration
Configuration
The KAM-XM modules are configured remotely using the 2000NET
network interface GUI and/or a networked Newton Control Panel.
Refer to the following sections for configuration instructions:
•Configuration Summary (page 20)
•Remote Control and Monitoring Web Pages (page 30)
•Newton Control Panel Configuration (page 55)
Operation of these control types is explained in detail in their respective
sections of this manual.
Before configuration, verify that system requirements have been met as
described in System Requirements on page 10.
Configuration Summary
This section provides a summary of all available filters and controls that
can be adjusted on the KAM-XM module. Use this section for a summary
of what adjustments can be made. Table 5 on page 27 provides a summary
in table format of all controls and their ranges, default values, and remote
and control panel function names and locations for setting each value.
Up and Down Conversion
Up and down conversion in today’s facilities is required for interconnec-
tion between video formats that have different numbers of pixels/line,
lines/field, and in some cases, a different number of fields or
frames/second. This interconnection requires the use of up and down
format conversion devices.
Up conversion involves a three dimensional process for dealing with con-
version of a moving image. Moving images exist in three dimensions. The
horizontal dimension is made up of individual pixels. The vertical dimen-
sion is made up of lines contained in the field or frame. These exist in what
is referred to as the spatial domain. The number of fields or frames per
second is known as the temporal domain.
Generally, the process of up conversion deals with changing the number of
pixels and lines in a format (spatial domain). This process is a form of
sample rate conversion. One main issue with this process is that of resolu-
tion. Resolution cannot be created so the resolution of the original input
signal must be carefully recovered and passed to the up converted output.