APEX DIGITAL AUDIO ROUTER Installation and Service Manual Standard Software Version: 3.0 Apex Plus Software Release: 2.
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APEX DIGITAL AUDIO ROUTER Installation and Service Manual Standard Software Version: 3.0 Apex Plus Software Release: 2.
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Contents Contents Preface About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Additional Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Safety Summary Safety Terms and Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Terms in This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Multi-frame Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Redundancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Control Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Matrix Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Supply . . . .
Contents Master Clock Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Crosspoint Bus Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MNC-XPT-CBL-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MNC-XPT-CBL-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MNC-XPT-CBL-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 10 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface About This Manual This manual provides system planning, installation and troubleshooting information specific to the Apex Digital Audio Router. The Apex Digital Audio Router can be controlled by the Grass Valley Jupiter or Encore control systems. Configuration information for the control system itself is contained in the control system’s documentation set: Jupiter Control System Release Notes series, 0718275xx. Jupiter VM-3000 Installation and Operating Manual, 0718305xx.
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Safety Summary Read and follow the important safety information below, noting especially those instructions related to risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons. Additional specific warnings not listed here may be found throughout the manual. WARNING Any instructions in this manual that require opening the equipment cover or enclosure are for use by qualified service personnel only.
Safety Summary Symbols on the Product The following symbols may appear on the product: Indicates that dangerous high voltage is present within the equipment enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. Indicates that user, operator or service technician should refer to product manual(s) for important operating, maintenance, or service instructions. This is a prompt to note fuse rating when replacing fuse(s).
Safety Summary Use proper power cord — Use only the power cord supplied or specified for this product. Ground product — Connect the grounding conductor of the power cord to earth ground. Operate only with covers and enclosure panels in place — Do not operate this product when covers or enclosure panels are removed. Use correct fuse — Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this product. Use only in dry environment — Do not operate in wet or damp conditions.
Safety Summary Do not operate with suspected equipment failure — If you suspect product damage or equipment failure, have the equipment inspected by qualified service personnel. Ensure mains disconnect — If mains switch is not provided, the power cord(s) of this equipment provide the means of disconnection. The socket outlet must be installed near the equipment and must be easily accessible. Verify that all mains power is disconnected before installing or removing power supplies and/or options.
Safety Summary Sicherheit – Überblick Lesen und befolgen Sie die wichtigen Sicherheitsinformationen dieses Abschnitts. Beachten Sie insbesondere die Anweisungen bezüglich Brand-, Stromschlag- und Verletzungsgefahren. Weitere spezifische, hier nicht aufgeführte Warnungen finden Sie im gesamten Handbuch. WARNUNG Alle Anweisungen in diesem Handbuch, die das Abnehmen der Geräteabdeckung oder des Gerätegehäuses erfordern, dürfen nur von qualifiziertem Servicepersonal ausgeführt werden.
Safety Summary Symbole am Produkt Die folgenden Symbole können sich am Produkt befinden: Weist auf eine gefährliche Hochspannung im Gerätegehäuse hin, die stark genug sein kann, um eine Stromschlaggefahr darzustellen. Weist darauf hin, dass der Benutzer, Bediener oder Servicetechniker wichtige Bedienungs-, Wartungs- oder Serviceanweisungen in den Produkthandbüchern lesen sollte. Dies ist eine Aufforderung, beim Wechsel von Sicherungen auf deren Nennwert zu achten.
Safety Summary Keine offen liegenden Leiter berühren — Berühren Sie bei eingeschalteter Strom- zufuhr keine offen liegenden Leitungen, Komponenten oder Schaltungen. Richtiges Netzkabel verwenden — Verwenden Sie nur das mitgelieferte Netzk- abel oder ein Netzkabel, das den Spezifikationen für dieses Produkt entspricht. Gerät erden — Schließen Sie den Erdleiter des Netzkabels an den Erdung- skontakt an.
Safety Summary Gerät ausreichend belüften — Um eine Überhitzung des Geräts zu vermeiden, müssen die Ausrüstungskomponenten entsprechend den Installationsanweisungen belüftet werden. Legen Sie kein Papier unter das Gerät. Es könnte die Belüftung behindern. Platzieren Sie das Gerät auf einer ebenen Oberfläche. Antistatische Vorkehrungen treffen — Es gibt statisch empfindliche Kompo- nenten, die durch eine elektrostatische Entladung beschädigt werden können.
Safety Summary Consignes de sécurité Il est recommandé de lire, de bien comprendre et surtout de respecter les informations relatives à la sécurité qui sont exposées ci-après, notamment les consignes destinées à prévenir les risques d’incendie, les décharges électriques et les blessures aux personnes. Les avertissements complémentaires, qui ne sont pas nécessairement repris ci-dessous, mais présents dans toutes les sections du manuel, sont également à prendre en considération.
Safety Summary Symboles apposés sur le produit Les symboles suivants peut être apposés sur le produit: Signale la présence d’une tension élevée et dangereuse dans le boîtier de l’équipement ; cette tension peut être suffisante pour constituer un risque de décharge électrique. Signale que l’utilisateur, l’opérateur ou le technicien de maintenance doit faire référence au(x) manuel(s) pour prendre connaissance des instructions d’utilisation, de maintenance ou d’entretien.
Safety Summary Évitez tout contact avec les circuits exposés — Évitez tout contact avec les connex- ions, les composants ou les circuits exposés s’ils sont sous tension. Utilisez le cordon d’alimentation approprié — Utilisez exclusivement le cordon d’alimentation fourni avec ce produit ou spécifié pour ce produit. Raccordez le produit à la masse — Raccordez le conducteur de masse du cordon d’alimentation à la borne de masse de la prise secteur.
Safety Summary Assurez une ventilation adéquate — Pour éviter toute surchauffe du produit, assurez une ventilation de l’équipement conformément aux instructions d’installation. Ne déposez aucun document sous l’appareil — ils peuvent gêner la ventilation. Placez l’appareil sur une surface plane. Utilisez des procédures antistatiques - Les composants sensibles à l’électricité statique présents dans l’équipement sont susceptibles d’être endommagés par une décharge électrostatique.
Regulatory Notices Certifications and Compliances FCC Emission Control This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Regulatory Notices Canadian Certified Power Cords Canadian approval includes the products and power cords appropriate for use in the North America power network. All other power cords supplied are approved for the country of use. Canadian Certified AC Adapter Canadian approval includes the AC adapters appropriate for use in the North America power network. All other AC adapters supplied are approved for the country of use.
Regulatory Notices FCC Emission Limits This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may no cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation.
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Section 1 Introduction Apex Features • High-density, large-scale digital audio router based on 11 RU frame with either 75 ohm unbalanced BNC connectors or 110 ohm balanced DB25 connectors • In-frame expansion in blocks of 32 inputs/outputs, up to 256 x 256 AES pairs • Connect multiple frames for larger systems: • Standard Apex frames for systems up to 1024 x 1024 AES pairs • Apex Plus frames for systems up to 2048 x 2048 AES pairs • Simultaneous synchronous/asynchronous support for 30 kHz to 100
Section 1 — Introduction The Apex Digital Audio Router is designed to provide the highest density and most reliable audio router available for large-scale infrastructures, offering adaptability, reliability, and serviceability while using less power and less space than comparable systems.
Section 2 Planning Guide This section provides details necessary for planning, ordering, and installing an Apex Digital Audio Router. The beginning of this section includes conceptual descriptions and drawings for those who need a basic understanding of the product and the configuration options. Later subsections provide additional detail such as Router specifications and ordering information. Note If you are actually installing the router at this time, please refer to Section 3-Installation.
Section 2 — Planning Guide Space and Ventilation Requirements The Apex frame requires 11 rack units (19.25 inches) of vertical space and is approximately 10.3 inches deep. The ventilation system draws cooling air through openings all along the bottom and in the top third of the left side. Warm air is exhausted through two fans located in the top right side. The left and right sides must therefore be kept clear of obstructions. It is not necessary to leave open space above or below the chassis.
Space and Ventilation Requirements Figure 3.
Section 2 — Planning Guide Figure 4.
Alarm connector (SMPTE standard 269M-1999) (see page 61) APEX — Installation and Service Manual OUT Power inputs 100 to 240 V, 50-60 Hz E X P A SW 1 Apex Plus system size select OUT MC A LOWEST 1 IN 2 3 4 HIGHEST AES REF A E X P B OUT Not used Video Reference Input A VID REF A Factory use Frame number.
Section 2 — Planning Guide Expanded (Multi-Chassis) Systems Standard Apex Models With a standard Apex chassis, 256 x 256 frames can be connected to form 512 x 512, 768 x 768, or 1024 x 1024 systems. The frames are connected by four-meter (13 ft.) InfiniBand cables. Note The InfiniBand cables cannot be longer than four meters (13 feet). Figure 6 on page 38 shows a fully expanded (1024 x 1024) system with 6 InfiniBand expansion cables.
Expanded (Multi-Chassis) Systems Expanded Apex Plus systems require RG-59 or RG-6 coax Master Clock connections in addition to the InfiniBand cables. Master Clock cabling is shown for all systems in the following figures: • 512 inputs (Figure 9 on page 41), • 1024 inputs (Figure 10 on page 42), • 1536 inputs (Figure 11 on page 43), and • 2048 inputs (Figure 12 on page 44). Refer to Table 2 on page 40 for cabling information.
Section 2 — Planning Guide Figure 6. Standard Apex Expansion InfiniBand Cabling (optional redundant cables not shown) Chassis 0 Inputs 1-256 1024 x 1024 Expansion connector 1 2 3 4 2 Expansion connector 3 Expansion 3 connector 2 Inputs 257-512 Chassis 3 1 1 Chassis 1 4 4 Inputs 769-1024 2 1 3 4 Expansion connector Chassis 2 Inputs 513-768 Figure 7.
Expanded (Multi-Chassis) Systems Figure 8.
Section 2 — Planning Guide Table 2.
Expanded (Multi-Chassis) Systems Figure 9.
Section 2 — Planning Guide Figure 10.
Expanded (Multi-Chassis) Systems Figure 11.
Section 2 — Planning Guide Figure 12.
Expanded (Multi-Chassis) Systems Fiber Extenders (Standard Apex Only) Fiber Extenders are used to connect a Remote chassis or system to a Local chassis. In general, you need one Fiber extender per individual or group of remote Apex chassis. Any local chassis (chassis that are located closer than four meters) can use InfiniBand cables.
Section 2 — Planning Guide Figure 14. Example of Standard Apex Expansion InfiniBand Cabling with Fiber Extenders Chassis 0 Inputs 1-256 Expansion connector 1 2 3 4 1024 x 1024 InfiniBand cable T 1 2 3 4 TT TT TT TT Transceiver Fiber optic cable pair (SFP transceivers required) T Fiber Extender 5 km max.
Facility Interface Facility Interface Audio Signals The multi-format support of the Apex router includes AES digital audio 75 Ohm unbalanced, and AES digital audio 110 Ohm balanced. Multiplexed Audio Digital Interface (MADI)1 and Dolby E support is provided.
Section 2 — Planning Guide Reference Connections Each Apex chassis must have a video reference or an AES reference in order for switches to occur on the proper audio frame boundary. The Video reference can be used to synchronize AES audio. Dolby E operation requires use of a video reference. This video reference can be either NTSC, PAL video, or black burst. The video reference input uses looping 75 Ohm BNC connectors; if the signal does not continue to another device a 75 Ohm terminator must be installed.
Facility Interface Single Video Reference Since there is only one video reference in this example (Figure 15), it must be selected for use by all input and output boards. On systems with the CX-34000 Control Crosspoint boards (all present systems). This selection is made with DIP switches. Details concerning DIP switch settings are found in Section 3-Installation of this manual. Figure 15.
Section 2 — Planning Guide Single AES Reference Since there is only one AES reference in this example (Figure 16), it must be selected for use by all input and output boards. On systems with the CX-34000 Control Crosspoint boards (all present systems). This selection is made with DIP switches. Details concerning DIP switch settings are found in Section 3-Installation of this manual. Figure 16.
Facility Interface Single Video Reference – Redundant Operation In this arrangement (Figure 17), the same video reference is brought to the Primary and Secondary Matrix boards. If the Primary board fails the system will switch automatically to the Secondary board. The system will detect that the same reference signal is connected to both inputs and automatically combine Sync Bus 0 with Sync Bus 2. When configuring the output boards, only Bus 0 is a valid selection. Figure 17.
Section 2 — Planning Guide Dual References – Redundant Operation In this arrangement (Figure 18), the same video reference is brought to the Primary and Secondary Matrix boards, and the same AES reference is brought to both boards. If the Primary board fails the system will switch automatically to the Secondary board. The system will detect that the same reference signals are connected to both boards and automatically combine Sync Bus 0 with Sync Bus 2 and Sync Bus 1 with Sync bus 3.
Facility Interface MADI Support Apex I/O boards are presently supplied with a BNC MADI hardware port. The MADI port operates as follows: • When a MADI signal is connected to an input board, signals arriving on the other input connectors are ignored. • The signal present at the MADI connector on an output board consists of a multiplexed stream of all 64 channels (32 pairs) on the board. V-Fade (Silent Switching) Apex routers feature a silent-switching design that eliminates unwanted clicks and pops.
Section 2 — Planning Guide Output Monitoring Note Output Monitoring applies only to standard Apex systems. Output monitoring allows verification of switcher performance without interrupting normal operations. A separate internal switching system is used to switch the selected output signal to the Output Monitor connector. See Figure 19. Figure 19.
Facility Interface The signal selected by the control system for monitoring is always present on both the BNC and the D connectors. Multi-frame Systems On multi-frame systems, each frame is monitored separately. For example, in a 512 x 512 (2-frame) system, outputs 1-256 are monitored using the OP MON connector(s) on Frame 0; outputs 257-512 are monitored using the OP MON connector(s) on Frame 1. See Figure 20.
Section 2 — Planning Guide Redundancy To maximize uptime and reliability, the Apex system can be equipped with the redundant components described below. Control Board A secondary CX-34000 Control Crosspoint board can be installed and configured to assume control if the primary board fails. Note The configuration switches in both control cards must match to ensure proper system operation. Matrix Board Should the primary MX-34000 Matrix board fail, the secondary board will take over immediately.
Control Systems Control Systems Jupiter Facility Control System Jupiter control requires connection of a CM-4000 or VM-3000 Crosspoint bus cable to an Apex equipped with a CX-34000 Control XPT board (Figure 21). The VM/CM can receive switching commands from a variety of serial sources, including Jupiter control panels or an automation computer. Note Systems larger than 512 x 512 stereo (or larger than 1024 x 1024 mono) cannot be controlled by a VM-3000. Stereo mode switching (mix, reverse, etc.
Section 2 — Planning Guide CC-2010 Matrix (Crosspoint Bus) Cable Connection from a Jupiter VM-3000 or CM-4000 System Controller is via a Crosspoint bus cable, which can be supplied in 3, 10, 25, or 50 foot lengths. In multi-frame systems, the Crosspoint bus is connected only to the chassis containing the CX-34000 Control Crosspoint board(s). For this reason, a CB-3000 Control Buffer is not required for expanded systems. The CC-2010 is a 10-conductor (plus ground) cable.
Control Systems Encore Control Encore Control via NR-33000 Broadlinx Board This control method uses an Ethernet connection to an NR-33000 Sync/NIC/OPM (Broadlinx) board, which in turn is connected to the Apex via a CC-2010 Matrix (Crosspoint bus) cable. The NR-33000 board may be the same as the one controlling a Trinix video router; if there is no Trinix router associated with the Apex, the NR-33000 can be mounted in a separate dedicated chassis.
Section 2 — Planning Guide Figure 22.
Alarm System Alarm System All major components (except the fan module) include a local alarm LED. Fan failure is indicated by the Fan A and Fan B Alarm LEDs on the MX-34000 Matrix board. (For more information about these and other LEDs, see Section 4-Section.) The master alarm indicator is an LED on the front panel (Power/Alarm) where green indicates normal operation and red indicates an alarm condition. The rear panel Alarm BNC operates according to SMPTE standard 269M-1999.
Section 2 — Planning Guide Specifications 75 Ohm Version AES–3id–1995 coaxial transmission of AES signals SMPTE 276M for coaxial transmission of AES signals AES–11–1997 synchronization standard (in development) Inputs Input connector: 75 Ohm BNC unbalanced (50 Ohm compatible) Input Sample Rate: 30 to 100 kHz Outputs Output connector: 75 Ohm BNC unbalanced (50 Ohm compatible) Output impedance: 75 Ohm Output sample rate: 30 to 100 kHz (sync/async) 110 Ohm Version AES–3–1992 with the exception of 75 Ohm co
Specifications Environmental 0° to +35° C 10 to 90%, Non-condensing Physical Chassis: 19.25 inches (11 RU) high x 19 in. wide x 11 in. deep (489 x 483 x 279 mm) Weight: 63 lbs. (29 kg) fully stuffed Alarm The alarm connector is a BNC type and meets SMPTE 269M-1999. AC Power Input Mains connection: IEC connector, separate mains input for each power supply module Voltage range: 100 to 240 V, 50-60 Hz, universal, auto-ranging Inrush current for 75 Ohm system: 10.2A Inrush current for 110 Ohm system: 9.
Section 2 — Planning Guide APX-SFP-M300 Small form-factor plug-in multi-mode transceiver that is to be used with 300 meter optical cable. Two transceivers are required per optical cable pair. Manufacturer (Stratos) part no. SPLC-20-4-1-B-R6. See Fiber Extenders (Standard Apex Only). APX-SFP-S5000 Small form-factor plug-in single-mode transceiver. For use with 5000 meter optical cable. Two transceivers are required per optical cable pair. Manufacturer (Stratos) part no. SPLC-20-4-2M-B-R6.
Ordering Information Ordering Information Apex router is configured by selecting a frame, Matrix boards, I/O boards and redundancy and spares where needed. The fan module, one power supply and a configuration board is included with a chassis. Control Board APX-CX-34000 Apex Control XPT board, Crosspoint bus control only. One each CX-34000 must be ordered with all systems, and only 1 is required (regardless of number of chassis). A second board should be ordered separately if redundancy is required.
Section 2 — Planning Guide APX-34075-OUT frame(s). Includes 1 PS-34000 Power Supply, 1 FM-34000 Dual Fan Module, and 1 APX-CL-35075-IN 75 Ohm License Board. Accepts up to 16 each input boards. APX-35075-OUT Apex Plus chassis, unbalanced (75 Ohm), output only. Expandable to 2048 outputs with four (total) frames of this type. Must be used with APX-34075-IN frame(s). Includes 1 PS-34000 Power Supply, 1 FM-34000 Dual Fan Module, and 1 APX-CL-35075-OUT 75 Ohm License Board. Accepts up to 16 each output boards.
Ordering Information APX-OP-34075 Apex Output 75 Ohm board – 32 outputs APX-OP-34110 Apex Output 110 Ohm board – 32 outputs Matrix Boards APX-MX-34000A Apex matrix board – 1024 x 256 and 2048 x 512 when configured as APEX PLUS License (Configuration) Boards License (Configuration) Boards are used to configure the frame according to the signal type (7h or 110 Ohm) and version (Apex standard or Apex Plus).
Section 2 — Planning Guide InfiniBand Cables APX-INFI-CABL Cable assembly, 4 meter (13 foot) 4x equalized InfiniBand. To determine number of cables needed, see Table 1 on page 38 (Standard Apex) or Table 2 on page 40 (Apex Plus). Note The InfiniBand cables cannot be longer than four meters (13 feet). Master Clock Cables The Apex Master Clock signals are connected using standard RG-59 or RG-6 coaxial cable with BNC connectors.
Ordering Information Crosspoint Bus Items One Crosspoint bus cable required per system. MNC-XPT-CBL-3 Crosspoint Bus Cable, 3 ft. (0.91 m) MNC-XPT-CBL-10 Crosspoint Bus Cable, 10 ft. (3 m) MNC-XPT-CBL-25 Crosspoint Bus Cable, 25 ft. (7.6 m) MNC-XPT-CBL-50 Crosspoint Bus Cable, 50 ft. (15.2 m) Crosspoint Bus Terminator For systems controlled by Encore through Trinix (see Figure 22 on page 60). Part number: 01-053050-001. (This terminator is normally supplied with Trinix routers.
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Section 3 Installation Summary of Installation Procedure The following is a summary of the steps needed for installation of the Apex Routing Switcher System. Additional details may be found elsewhere in this manual as indicated. 1. Before unpacking the equipment, inspect the shipping carton for evidence of freight damage. After unpacking carefully inspect all equipment for freight damage.
Section 3 — Installation 4. Make sure all cards are all seated in their backplane sockets. This should not normally be an issue since the boards are held in place with locking extractors. 5. On multi-chassis systems, InfiniBand® and Master Clock cables must be used to connect the frames. The cables cannot be longer than four meters, See Expanded (Multi-Chassis) Systems on page 79. Note InfiniBand cables must be installed correctly to ensure proper system operation.
Summary of Installation Procedure 10. Check the rear panel rotary switches: For Standard Apex, check the Maximum Size (page 102) and Frame number (page 103) settings. For Apex Plus, check the SW 1 (Figure 44 on page 101) and Frame number (Figure 46 on page 103) rotary switch settings. 11. Connect the switcher to the control system: For Jupiter control system connections and settings, see Jupiter Control on page 104. For Encore control system connections and settings, see Encore Control on page 109. 12.
Section 3 — Installation Figure 24. Apex RF-34075 75 Ohm Frame (Apex RF-34110 110 Ohm Frame Similar) Exhaust fans Air intake openings 10.281 9.100 19.
Summary of Installation Procedure Figure 25.
Section 3 — Installation Figure 26.
Summary of Installation Procedure Figure 27. Standard Apex FRM-34110 256 x 256 110 Ohm Frame 1536 1792 2048 E X P A 1 2 EXPANSION VID REF A 3 LOWEST MC A HIGHEST IN OP MON A E X P B 1 OUT OP MON B IN 4 AES REF B OUT - + G G + 7 - + G - G + 2 - 1 16 4 17 + + G 3 15 3 6 G - 4 14 2 5 + 5 G 1 - 6 - The numbers shown in boxes (1 through 8) are representative of typical input/output numbering.
78 E X P A OUT Power inputs 100 to 240 V, 50-60 Hz Alarm connector (SMPTE standard 269M-1999) OUT MC A LOWEST 1 SW1 Apex Plus system size select. See page 101.
Expanded (Multi-Chassis) Systems Expanded (Multi-Chassis) Systems Standard Apex Models With a standard Apex chassis, 256 x 256 frames are connected to form 512 x 512, 768 x 768, or 1024 x 1024 systems. The frames are connected by four-meter (13 ft.) InfiniBand cables. Note The InfiniBand cables cannot be longer than four meters (13 feet.) Figure 29 on page 81 shows a fully expanded (1024 x 1024) system with 6 InfiniBand cables.
Section 3 — Installation Clock Out connectors are functionally identical, i.e., they can be connected to any chassis. For both frame types, the frame numbers are determined by the position of the rear panel Frame switch.
Expanded (Multi-Chassis) Systems Figure 29. Standard Apex Expansion Infiniband Cabling (optional redundant cables not shown) Chassis 0 Inputs 1-256 Expansion connector 1 2 3 4 Chassis 1 1 1 Chassis 3 2 Expansion connector 3 Expansion 3 connector 2 Inputs 257-512 1024 x 1024 4 4 Inputs 769-1024 2 1 3 4 Expansion connector Chassis 2 Inputs 513-768 Figure 30.
Section 3 — Installation Figure 31.
Expanded (Multi-Chassis) Systems Installation Rack Mounting The Apex Fiber Extender is mounted in a standard 483 mm (19-inch) rack. Rear frame support is not required. Position the unit in the rack and secure the panel in place using rack screws or bolts and nuts (depending on your equipment rack type). Cooling is provided by an internal fan and vent opening located on the sides of the unit; these areas must be kept clear of obstructions.
Section 3 — Installation Figure 32.
Expanded (Multi-Chassis) Systems Fiber Extenders (Standard Apex Only) Fiber Extenders are used to connect a Remote chassis or system to a Local chassis. In general, you need one Fiber extender per individual or group of remote Apex chassis. Any local chassis (chassis that are located closer than four meters) can use InfiniBand cables.
Section 3 — Installation Figure 34. Example of Standard Apex Expansion InfiniBand Cabling with Fiber Extenders Chassis 0 Inputs 1-256 Expansion connector 1 2 3 4 1024 x 1024 InfiniBand cable T 1 2 3 4 TT TT TT TT Transceiver Fiber optic cable pair (SFP transceivers required) T Fiber Extender 5 km max.
Expanded (Multi-Chassis) Systems Cabling Figure 35 shows the cabling details between a remote chassis (Chassis 0) and a local chassis (Chassis 1). Each chassis is connected to an adjacent Fiber Extender using an InfiniBand cable. The extenders are connected using two fiber optic cables, each of which is actually a pair of cables. In this case, a total of four transceivers are installed, i.e., two transceivers in each Fiber Extender.
Section 3 — Installation Power Supply Notes Ventilation is critical for Apex power supplies, which should not be run with the fans not working. The use of redundant power supplies is highly recommended. Power supplies are factory-installed and designed to be hot-swappable. Note Fuses must be selected and installed as appropriate for mains voltage. See the AC Power Input section for specifications. Note Some chassis may be labeled with incorrect fuse values.
Reference Connections Reference Connections Each Apex chassis must have a video reference or an AES reference in order for switches to occur on the proper audio frame boundary. If a video reference is being used in the facility to synchronize AES audio, then this reference can be employed. (Dolby E operation requires use of a video reference.) The video reference can be NTSC or PAL video, or black burst.
Section 3 — Installation Single Video Reference Since there is only one video reference in this example shown in Figure 37, it must be selected for use by all input and output boards. On systems with the CX-34000 Control Crosspoint boards (all present systems), this selection is made with DIP switches marked REF; all these switches would be set to binary 0. For the location of these switches, see page 98. Figure 37.
Reference Connections Single AES Reference Since there is only one AES reference in this example shown in Figure 38, it must be selected for use by all input and output boards. On systems with the CX-34000 Control Crosspoint boards (all present systems), this selection is made with DIP switches marked REF; all these switches would be set to binary 1. For the location of these switches, see Figure 41 on page 98. Figure 38.
Section 3 — Installation Single Video Reference – Redundant Operation In the arrangement shown in Figure 39, the same video reference is brought to the Primary and Secondary Matrix boards. If the Primary board fails the system will switch automatically to the Secondary board. The system will detect that the same reference signal is connected to both inputs and automatically combine Sync Bus 0 with Sync Bus 2. When configuring the output boards, only Bus 0 is a valid selection. Figure 39.
Reference Connections Dual References - Redundant Operation In this arrangement shown in Figure 40, the same video reference is brought to the Primary and Secondary Matrix boards, and the same AES reference is brought to both boards. If the Primary board fails the system will switch automatically to the Secondary board. The system will detect that the same reference signals are connected to both boards and automatically combine Sync Bus 0 with Sync Bus 2 and Sync Bus 1 with Sync bus 3.
Section 3 — Installation CX-34000 Control Crosspoint Board Configuration Please refer to the CX-34000 assembly drawing in Figure 41 on page 98 for the following configuration switch instructions. S34-1/2 – Stereo/Mono Mode Selection The Apex is normally operated in two-level stereo mode (both switches OFF). This mode, which is also referred to as split stereo, allows for stereo mode switching such as mix, reverse, etc.
CX-34000 Control Crosspoint Board Configuration Note S34-8 must be set to ON for APEX PLUS systems. • S1 through S4 • S7 through S10 • S13 through S16 • S19 through S22 • S25 through S28 If S34-8 is OFF, REF and V-fade can be set on a board-by-board basis using the switches listed above. S28 5-8 Reference/V-fade Settings These settings will be assigned to all output boards when S34-8 is ON. Otherwise, they will apply only to output board zero in chassis zero.
Section 3 — Installation Output Card Switches • S1 through S4 • S7 through S10 • S13 through S16 • S19 through S22 • S25 through S28 These switches are enabled by S34-8 as described above. Switch settings are the same as those shown for S28 5-6 in the CX-34000 drawing in Figure 41 on page 98. Input Card Switches • S5 and S6 • S11 and S12 • S17 and S18 • S23 and S24 • S29 and S30 These switches, when S34-8 is OFF, can be used to select the MADI reference on a board-by-board basis.
CX-34000 Control Crosspoint Board Configuration V-fade (Silent Switching) The Apex utilizes a silent-switching design to minimize unwanted clicks and pops. You can turn this feature on or off for each output board (i.e., in blocks of 32 outputs) in the Standard Apex systems. Note Output boards must be using a Video (not AES) reference to perform V-fades. The V-fade starts 20 msec before the start of the frame boundary at which the switch is going to occur.
Section 3 — Installation Figure 41. DIP Switch Settings on CX-34000 Control Crosspoint Board On 2-level stereo mode = AES ("locked") mode = = Standard Apex: Enable all “Output Card” switches and all “Input Card” (MADI) switches. = Apply settings of S28 5-8 to all “Output cards” and apply settings of S30 7-8 to all “Input cards” (MADI). Mono mode = Apex Plus must use this setting. Mono mode = OUTPUT CARDS INPUT CARDS (MADI) S34-8 must be set to ON for APEX PLUS systems.
Output Monitoring Output Monitoring Note Output monitoring is a standard Apex system feature. Output monitoring allows verification of switcher performance without interrupting normal operations. A separate internal switching system is used to switch the selected output signal to the Output Monitor connector. See Figure 42. Figure 42.
Section 3 — Installation Multi-frame Systems On multi-frame systems, each frame is monitored separately. For example, in a 512 x 512 (2-frame) system, outputs 1-256 are monitored using the OP MON connector(s) on Frame 0; outputs 257-512 are monitored using the OP MON connector(s) on Frame 1. See Figure 43 below. Note For redundant Matrix board systems, note that the same signal will be present on the A and B connector sets. Figure 43.
Frame Settings Frame Settings Note On all the rotary switches, use the triangular arrowhead for pointing to the desired setting (not the screwdriver slot). SW1 Switch (Apex Plus Systems Only) Switch SW1 (Figure 44) applies only to Apex Plus systems. Positions for setting switch settings for system size and number of chassis with SW1 are given in Table 3 Figure 44. SW1 Switch SW1 0 14 15 1 2 13 3 11 5 12 4 10 9 7 6 8 Table 3.
Section 3 — Installation Max Size Switch The Max Size switch (Figure 45) applies only to Standard Apex systems. Settings are shown in Table 4. Figure 45. Max Size Switch MAX SIZE 256 512 768 1024 1280 1536 1792 2048 Table 4. Max Size Switch Settings (Standard Apex only) Total number of chassis in system Switch setting (setting applies to all chassis in system) 1 256 2 512 3 768 4 1024 The following information will help determine the Output Monitor address.
Frame Settings Frame Number Switch Up to eight Apex chassis can be configured to operate as a single router. The Frame rotary switch (Figure 46) on the rear panel is used to indicate the frame number. Settings are given in Table 5. Figure 46. Frame Number Switch (Standard Apex Frame Version Shown) FRAME 0 2 1 3 4 Table 5.
Section 3 — Installation Jupiter Control Jupiter control requires connection of a CM-4000 or VM-3000 Crosspoint bus cable to an Apex equipped with a CX-34000 Control XPT board (Figure 47). The VM/CM can receive switching commands from a variety of serial sources, including Jupiter control panels or an automation computer. Note Systems larger than 512 x 512 stereo (or larger than 1024 x 1024 mono) cannot be controlled by a VM-3000. Note Stereo mode switching (mix, reverse, etc.
Jupiter Control 1. Install the CC-2010 Matrix (Crosspoint bus) cable. Interconnection from a Jupiter VM-3000 or CM-4000 control board is via Crosspoint bus cable, which can be supplied in 3, 10, 25, or 50 foot lengths. In multi-frame systems, the Crosspoint bus is connected only to the chassis containing the CX-34000 Control Crosspoint board(s). The CC-2010 is a 10-conductor (plus ground) cable.
Section 3 — Installation VDE EMI/RFI Modifications to Matrix Cables – user-supplied matrix cables for VDE installations require a ferrite core over each end of the cable, adjacent to the connector as described in Figure 49. Figure 49. Matrix Cable VDE Modifications Type 43 material 0.375 inch (9.53 mm) or larger inside diameter 0.95 inch (24.13 mm) length (or longer) 106 Type 43 material sources Fair-Rite, part no. 2643625102 Fair-Rite Products Corp., P.O.
Jupiter Control 2. Set Level switches: Two back-panel rotary switches shown in Figure 50 are used to set the level address of the router. Figure 50. Level Switches LEVEL SUPER 0 96 112 16 32 80 48 2 3 80 11 5 112 96 10 64 48 32 16 1 13 64 ULTRA 0 14 15 0 12 4 9 7 6 8 For Jupiter VM-3000 control: Super Crosspoint bus settings must be used.
Section 3 — Installation As described on S34-1/2 – Stereo/Mono Mode Selection on page 94, Apex is normally set for two-level stereo operation; this allows for stereo mode switching such as mix, reverse, etc. In this mode the Apex boards are programmed so that the right channel is always 4 physical level numbers higher than the left channel. In the case of Jupiter control, the router would have a two-row entry in the Switcher Description table, e.g.
Encore Control Encore Control Encore Control via NR-33000 Broadlinx board This control method uses an Ethernet connection to an NR-33000 Sync/NIC/OPM (Broadlinx) board, which in turn is connected to the Apex via a Crosspoint bus cable. The NR-33000 board may be the same as the one controlling a Trinix video router; if there is no Trinix router associated with the Apex, the NR-33000 can be mounted in a separate dedicated chassis. 1. Install the CC-2010 Matrix (Crosspoint bus) cable.
Section 3 — Installation Figure 51.
Encore Control 3. Set Level switches: Two back-panel rotary switches are used to set the level address of the router. See Figure 52. Figure 52. Level Switch Illustration LEVEL SUPER 0 96 112 16 32 80 48 2 3 80 11 5 112 96 10 64 48 32 16 1 13 64 ULTRA 0 14 15 0 12 4 9 7 6 8 For Encore control, Ultra Crosspoint bus settings must be used.
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Section 4 Troubleshooting Use the tables below for determining the status of the device LEDs for use in troubleshooting. LEDs Table 6. Front Panel Display POWER / ALARM Meaning Amber Master alarm for this chassis: check internal alarm LEDs Green Power on, chassis OK Off System is not powered Table 7.
Section 4 — Troubleshooting VID REF A VID REF B AES REF A AES REF B Off No link or bad link Green Reference signal is present and unit is locked to it Off Bad reference or no reference Green Reference signal is present and unit is locked to it Off Bad reference or no reference Green Reference signal is present and unit is locked to it Off Bad reference or no reference Green Reference signal is present and unit is locked to it Off Bad reference or no reference Table 8.
LEDs ALARM DS6 Off Board is not running Red Bad power supply Off No power problems *Older version of this board (671-6538-sax) has incorrect silk screening on solder side. Silk screening on part side is correct. Table 10. CL-34000 License Board Ref ALRM Display DS3 BUSY DS2 DONE DS1 Meaning Red Bad power Off No power problems Amber Configuration in progress Off Waiting Green All boards configured Off All boards not configured Table 11.
Section 4 — Troubleshooting - - LS A REF V REF READY ERROR SPARE FAN A FAN B PS A PS B ALARM 116 DS21 DS22 DS23 DS24 DS25 DS26 DS27 DS28 DS29 DS30 DS31 DS32 DS33 Off Link bad or not present Green Next numbered link (3) OK Off Link bad or not present Green Next numbered link (2) OK Off Link bad or not present Green Lowest numbered link (1) OK Off Link bad or not present Green AES reference OK Off Bad reference or no reference Green Video reference OK Off Bad r
LEDs §If DS27 and DS28 are both illuminated, the Master Clock input is missing. Table 12.
Section 4 — Troubleshooting Table 13.
Reset Procedures Reset Procedures • Individual boards can be reset by pulling and re-seating them (power can be left on); this will cause the system to be reconfigured from the CL-34000 License board. Depending on the board being reset, this may cause an interruption to one or all signals. The duration of this interruption depends on the size of the system. • All boards in a chassis can be reset by pressing switch S1 located on the top of the CL-34000 License board.
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Glossary Note: terms set in SMALL CAPS are defined within this glossary. AES11 AES Recommended Practice for digital audio engineering -- Synchronization of digital audio equipment in studio operations. 10Base2 Coax version of ETHERNET. Uses a 4.9 mm (0.19 inch) diameter, 50-ohm coaxial cable (RG-58) and BNC connectors, but runs at the same speed (10Mb/s) as ETHERNET. The Jupiter system uses this standard between VM/ SI controllers and Saturn. It is also used by the original BCS 3000 controllers.
Glossary C CP 3310 category/number selection method Operator first picks category (example: VTR); then unit within category. chop Rapid, back-and-forth switching between two inputs. CM 4000 Hardware platform developed as follow-on to VM-3000. Presently available for use with ACCU SWITCH and JUPITER XPRESS applications. CODA Internal name for Apex Plus router (expandable to 2048 x 2048) configuration set File server directory containing files that are downloaded to CONTROLLER BOARDS.
Glossary For additional information, refer to the “Switcher Control Rule Book” appendix of the Party Line Control Maintenance Manual, Thomson part no. 04-043473-010. D E EBU European Broadcasting Union. Internet address: http://www.ebu.ch/. ESbus DA board Digital audio processor for Saturn Master Control switcher. DDE Dynamic Data Exchange. A form of interprotocol communication that uses shared memory to ex change data between applications.
Glossary ESbus Tributary protocol (a.k.a. “ESTR” and “ES-trib”). Full tributary ESBus automation protocol, compliant with SMPTE EG 29-1993, and all associated normative references. The protocol supports all standard bit rates from 300 to 115.2 kBPS. Flow control is an advantage with this protocol. full-matrix control Ability to select any source for any destination. G gateware Configuration data downloaded to FPGA device. exclusion Lockout of selected inputs from selected outputs.
Glossary J L JNIA level Jupiter Network Interface Application. A program that supports operation of a Logger, Log Viewer, Party Line Download software, Physical Control (Switching), CP-3200, and Force Unprotect/Unlock. JNS Jupiter Network Suite. A collection of many programs designed as a replacement and enhancement to the JNIA software. Includes the Router Save/Restore Utility, Physical Diagnostic Utility, Physical Remap ping Utility (PRU) and the I/O Editor.
Glossary 2. On the MC 3020L Linkage panel, the LOCK button is used to prevent any interruption in the assignment of a machine to a control panel. mnemonic Abbreviation, usually four characters long, for a particular input or output. Mnemonics appear in the LED status windows of the control panels. However, the term is sometimes used to define an input or output in the sense of a logical device name.
Glossary output monitoring Feature of routing switcher which allows control system to verify switcher performance without interrupting normal operations. A separate, internal switching system is used to switch the Monitor Output to any output of the switcher. polling name Unique address assigned to a switcher control panel. When transmitted by the polling and control card, allows communication between that panel and the switcher matrix. PPM Peak program meter.
Glossary remote switcher segment Non-Thomson distribution switcher under Jupiter control. Portion of a LAN. In 10BASE2 systems, a segment is limited to 185 meters and 30 nodes. However, segments can be joined by repeaters. repeater Device for connecting two LAN segments. sequencing retained level Term used in connection with Jupiter for single-command switching of one or more sources to one or more destinations.
Glossary SMPTE 259M-1997 Television standard: “10-Bit 4:2:2 Component and 4fsc Composite Digital Signals - Serial Digital Interface.” T three-stage switching Architecture used for very large switchers as a means of reducing crosspoints needed for a given number of inputs/outputs. An array of relatively small matrixes is arranged in an input stage, an intermediate stage, and an output stage.
Glossary VM 3000B VM-3000 with minor electrical changes and “crescent” style front panel. Functionally identical to VM-3000. X X-Y selection method Full-matrix control of switcher, where source is described as (x) and destination is described as (y). Y Y line In Jupiter systems, term relating to editing environment where some VTRs can act as controllers or tributaries.
Index Numerics B 10/100BaseT defined 121 110-ohm D connector pinout 77 4000 series defined 121 Belden 9505 105 Binary super crosspoint bus defined 121 Breakaway defined 121 Bus defined 121 BUSY LED 115 Button-per-input Defined 121 A A REF LED 116 AccuSwitch defined 121 AES defined 121 reference 48 AES mode (switch setting) 94 AES REF switch setting 96 AES REF A/B connector pinout 89 AES REF A/B LEDs 114 AES11 defined 121 AES3-1992 defined 121 AFV defined 121 Air flow 32 Alarm system 61 BNC connector 35
Index Controller board Defined 122 CP board defined 122 CP-3300 defined 122 CP-3310 defined 122 CP-3320 defined 122 CPL 59 defined 122 Crosspoint Defined 122 Crosspoint board.
Index FAQ database 6 FCC 25 Ferrite 106 Fiber Extenders installation 72 planning 45 fiber optic cable 45 File server Defined 124 FM-34000 general 32 Ordering information 66 Follow switch Defined 124 Force unprotect/unlock Defined 124 FPGA Defined 124 Frame switch 103 Freight damage 71 frequently asked questions 6 Front panel LEDs 113 Full-matrix control Defined 124 Fuse specifications 63 G gateware defined 124 Gateway Defined 124 Grass Valley web site 6 GUI defined 124 GV Native 59 H Hardware address defi
Index Defined 125 Lock Defined 125 Logging defined 126 Logical level mapping defined 126 Logical level name defined 125 Logical level number defined 125 LOS defined 126 M MADI 53 Defined 126 MADI LED (IN-34075) 117, 118 Master clock Fiber extender 45 Master Clock cable installation 36, 79 planning 40 Matrix Cable, VDE modifications 106 MATRIX A/B IN USE/OK LEDs (CX-34000) 114 MATRIX A/B IN USE/OK LEDs (IN-34075) 117, 118 Matrix Board.
Index Pinout 110 ohm D connector 77 OP MON / AES REF connector 89 Planning Guide 31 Pmem Defined 127 Polling and polling names Defined 127 Power specifications 63 Power Supply Notes 88 Power up sequence 73 POWER/ALARM LED (front panel) 113 POWER/ALARM LED (power supply) 114 PPM Defined 127 Primary status instruction Defined 127 Protect Defined 127 PS A/B LED 116 PS-34000 installation 71 LEDs 114 Ordering information 66 R Rack mounting 71 READY LED (CX-34000) 114 READY LED (MX-34000) 116 Rear panel LEDs 113
Index software download from web 6 Space requirements 32 SPD defined 129 SPDIF defined 129 Specifications 62 Split Defined 129 split stereo (switch setting) 94 SR AREF/VREF (switches) 96 SR-33000 89 Status Defined 129 STATUS LAN A/B LEDs 113 Stereo mode switch setting 94 with Jupiter 108 Sticky levels defined 129 Super crosspoint bus Defined 122 SW 1 35 Switcher Description table 108 T TEMP LED 116 Terminator 59, 109 Three-stage switching Defined 129 Tie line defined 129 Time code connector 35 transceivers
