User guide

1 Introduction
Chapter 1
Contents
1.1 Terminology..........................................................................................1-3
1.2 Scope of this Guide ..............................................................................1-3
1.2.1 Who Should Use this Guide .................................................................1-3
1.2.2 What this Guide Describes ................................................................... 1-3
1.2.2.1 Identifying the Equipment ..................................................................... 1-3
1.2.2.2 Product Codes......................................................................................1-4
1.2.3 Equipment Information Label................................................................ 1-5
1.2.3.1 Contents of Label .................................................................................1-5
1.2.3.2 Firmware/Software Versions ................................................................1-5
1.3 Summary of Features ...........................................................................1-6
1.3.1 Overview............................................................................................... 1-6
1.3.2 Main Features....................................................................................... 1-6
1.3.2.1 Program Specific Information Generator (PSIG) .................................. 1-7
1.3.2.2 Program Clock Reference (PCR) ......................................................... 1-7
1.3.2.3 Frequency Synchronization .................................................................. 1-8
1.3.2.4 Table Generation..................................................................................1-8
1.3.2.5 TS IP Summary of Features .................................................................1-8
1.3.2.6 ASI Input/Output Summary of Features ...............................................1-8
1.3.2.7 Dual PSU..............................................................................................1-9
1.3.3 Remote Reflex......................................................................................1-9
1.3.3.1 Statistical Multiplexing ..........................................................................1-9
1.3.3.2 Remote Statistical Multiplexing............................................................. 1-9
1.3.3.3 Reflex Operation................................................................................... 1-9
1.3.3.4 Reflex Static Parameters.................................................................... 1-10
1.3.4 Conditional Access ............................................................................. 1-11
1.3.4.1 DVB CA (Option) ................................................................................1-11
1.3.4.2 BISS ...................................................................................................1-11
1.3.5 Single Frequency Networks Functionality...........................................1-11
1.3.6 Extended Functionality .......................................................................1-11
1.4 Role of the MX8400 Multiplexer .........................................................1-12
1.4.1 The MX8400 Multiplexer as an iSIS 8000 Solution Component.........1-12
1.4.2 MX8400 Multiplexer Control Using nCompass................................... 1-12
1.5 Guided Tour........................................................................................ 1-12
1.5.1 Construction .......................................................................................1-12
1.5.2 Indicators ............................................................................................ 1-13
1.5.2.1 Front Panel Indicators ........................................................................1-13
1.5.2.2 Rear Panel Connectors ......................................................................1-13
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