IRD-2900 Series: Professional Integrated Receiver Decoders

IRD-2900 Series
Professional Integrated Receiver Decoders
USER MANUAL
SCOPUS DOCUMENTS (P/N 100793)
(REV. 2.5 /JANUARY 2006)
IRD-2900 Series
Professional Integrated Receiver Decoders
USER MANUAL
SCOPUS DOCUMENTS (P/N 100793)
(REV. 2.5 /JANUARY 2006)
Scopus Video Networks Ltd. International Headquarters 10 Haamal St., Park Afek Rosh Haayin, 48092 Israel Tel: (972) 3-9007777 Fax: (972) 3-9007888 Email: info@scopus.net Web: www.scopus.net
Scopus Video Networks Inc. America 100 Overlook Center Drive, 3rd Floor Princeton, NJ, 08540 USA Tel: (609)-987-8090 Fax: (609)-987-8095 Email: info@scopususa.com Web: www.scopususa.com
DOCUMENT HISTORY VERSION

Rev. 1.0 Rev. 1.4 Rev. 2.0 Rev. 2.5
DATE
April 2005 June 2005 August 2005 January 2005
DETAILS
IRD-2900/1.1 software version Adding new features included in SW v1.16 Adding new features included in SW v1.18 Adding new features included in SW v1.4
2005 Scopus Video Networks Ltd. All rights reserved.
Scopus Video Networks Ltd. Reserves the rights to alter the equipment specifications and descriptions in this publication without prior notice. No part of this publication shall be deemed to be part of any contract or warranty unless specifically incorporated by reference into such contract or warranty. The information contained herein is merely descriptive in nature, and does not constitute a binding offer for sale of the product described herein.
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IRD-2900 Series Professional Integrated Receiver Decoders
INTRODUCTION
Scopus Video Networks Ltd. takes great pride in delivery of its products and makes every endeavor to ensure its clients full satisfaction. On behalf of the whole Scopus team, we would like to extend our
congratulations on your investment in the IRD-2900 Series of Professional Integrated Receiver Decoders.
MANUAL SCOPE AND STRUCTURE

The IRD-2900 Series Professional Integrated Receiver Decoders User manual is comprised of the following main chapters: 1. OVERVIEW This chapter provides the introduction and product description, including: highlights, benefits and typical applications, functional and physical descriptions, and main capabilities and specifications. 2. INSTALLATION This chapter provides the information and procedures required to install and activate the unit. The procedures include: site preparation and requirements, installation in a 19" rack, cable connections, rear panel options, pin-out descriptions, initial settings, and the serviceability check. 3. OPERATION This chapter provides information on unit operation, as well as data and instructions on operating the control and monitoring functions. 4. APPENDIXES This chapter provides information on software loading and downloading.
Scopus Documents (p/n 100793)
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User Manual Front Matter
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
In case of technical problems with the IRD components, refer to additional system documentation. Usually, this may assist you to resolve technical difficulties. Call your local distributor for technical support if required.
RETURNING FAULTY PARTS

Before Returning an Item:
Request an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) tracking number from your local distributor. Scopus Video Networks Support will assign the number; this must accompany the item being returned and is referred to in all correspondence. Send the item to Scopus Video Networks with the number included in the accompanying documentation (shipping and customs forms).
CUSTOMER SUPPORT POINT OF CONTACT (POC)

Scopus Video Networks Ltd. International Headquarters Scopus Video Networks Inc. Americas
10 Haamal St., Park Afek Rosh Haayin, 48092 Israel Tel: (972) 3-9007777 Fax: (972) 3-9007888
100 Overlook Center Drive, 3rd Floor Princeton, NJ 08540. USA Tel: (609)-987-8090 Fax: (609)-987-8095 Email: support@scopus.net Web: www.scopus.net
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Warranty
SCOPUS Video Networks Ltd. warrants that the product and any part thereof, including but not limited to spare parts will, when properly installed, conform to SCOPUS Video Networks Ltd. published specifications. Also, the product and any parts thereof, including but not limited to spare parts, will be free from defects deriving from faulty workmanship and faulty materials under standard use and service, for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of manufacture thereof. The supply of spare parts at a reasonable cost shall be available for a period of three (3) years from the date of delivery. This warranty does not cover ordinary wear and tear of the product or other defects due to circumstances beyond SCOPUS Video Networks Ltd. control, such as: unsuitable operating means, chemicals, electro-mechanical issues, or electrical influences and damages, which may be caused by interference by the CUSTOMER or any unauthorized third party. Defective cards and assemblies will be sent to SCOPUS Video Networks Ltd. for repair. The repaired cards and assemblies will be returned to the CUSTOMER within 30 days from their receipt by SCOPUS Video Networks Ltd. Cards and assemblies repaired during the twelve (12) month warranty period will carry a warranty of six (6) months from date of repair or until the end of original warranty period, whichever is the later date. SCOPUS Video Networks Ltd.s sole liability under this warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement with equivalent units at SCOPUS Video Networks Ltd. facilities, of any product or parts thereof that do not conform to SCOPUS Video Networks Ltd. published specifications or that are defective in material or workmanship, as specified above. The expense of installing repaired or replaced parts shall be borne by the CUSTOMER. SCOPUS Video Networks Ltd. sole obligation under this warranty is to be the supplier of the product to the CUSTOMER and to provide such services as set out in this warranty according to the SCOPUS Video Networks Ltd. terms and conditions provided for herein. In no event will SCOPUS Video Networks Ltd. be liable to the CUSTOMER for any: business expenses, loss of profits, or incidental, indirect, or consequential damages, however caused, unless such expenses, loss, or damages shall have derived from an infringement of patents of copyrights. THE WARRANTIES STATED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Beyond the warranty period, SCOPUS Video Networks Ltd. shall repair or replace defective cards and assemblies according to its standard and relevant price list at such time. Cards and assemblies thus repaired shall carry a warranty of six (6) months.
COMPLIANCE
EMC
EN55022 (CISPR 22) EN55024 (CISPR 24) EN55013 (CISPR 13) EN55020 (CISPR 20) FCC part 15 (class A) CB
SAFETY
EN60950 CB (IEC60950) UL60950 cTUVus
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CE Certification
The IRD-2900 meets all the CE Class A requirements. In order to meet CE requirements, the following cables must be connected on all ASI outputs (when applicable). When cables are connected to these outputs then the device is compliant with the use of FAIR-RITE 0443164151.
FCC Compliance Notice

Trade Name Product Name Product Model Number Scopus Integrated Receiver Decoder IRD-2900 Series
These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:

These devices do not cause harmful interference. These devices must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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The FCC Wants You to Know

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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case you will be required to correct the interference at his expense.
FCC Warning
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void your authority to operate the equipment under FCC Rules.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1
1.1. 1.2. 1.3. 1.4. 1.5. 1.5.1. 1.5.2. 1.6. 1.6.1. 1.6.2. 1.7. 1.7.1. 1.7.2. 1.7.3. 1.7.4. 1.7.5. 1.7.6. 1.7.7.
Overview........................................................................................ 1-1
General Information....................................................................................... 1-1 Highlights and Benefits .................................................................................. 1-2 Applications .................................................................................................... 1-3 Functionality ................................................................................................... 1-4 Mechanical Structure...................................................................................... 1-5 Front Panel ..................................................................................1-5 Model Options ..............................................................................1-6 Management ................................................................................................. 1-16 Local Management ...................................................................... 1-16 Remote Management .................................................................. 1-16 Characteristics and Specifications ............................................................... 1-17 Transport Stream Interface Options ............................................... 1-17 Decoder Outputs ........................................................................ 1-19 Conditional Access ...................................................................... 1-20 Control and Monitoring ................................................................ 1-21 Compliance................................................................................ 1-22 Environmental Conditions............................................................. 1-22 Physical and Power Specifications .................................................. 1-23
Chapter 2
2.1. 2.1.1. 2.1.2. 2.2. 2.2.1. 2.2.2. 2.2.3. 2.3. 2.4. 2.4.1. 2.4.2. 2.4.3. 2.4.4.
Installation.................................................................................... 2-1
General Information....................................................................................... 2-1 Safety Precautions ........................................................................2-1 Inventory Check ...........................................................................2-1 Installation Instructions ................................................................................. 2-2 Site Preparation ...........................................................................2-2 Mechanical Installation ..................................................................2-2 Insertion of the DVB-CI Module (PCMCIA) .........................................2-3 Cable Connection............................................................................................ 2-3 Initialization And Configuration ..................................................................... 2-7 Electrical Power Connection ............................................................2-7 Powering Up ................................................................................2-8 Tuning ........................................................................................2-8 Performing Serviceability Check ......................................................2-9
Chapter 3
3.1. 3.1.1. 3.1.2. 3.1.3. 3.1.4.
IRD Control Interfaces................................................................ 3-1

Front Panel Control Interface ........................................................................ 3-1 Introduction.................................................................................3-1 Front Panel Controls and Displays....................................................3-1 IRD Front Panel Screen Types.........................................................3-2 IRD Menu Tree .............................................................................3-8
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3.1.5. 3.2. IRD Initial Menu Operation ............................................................ 3-9 Web Management Control Interface ............................................................3-10 3.2.1. Introduction ...............................................................................3-10 3.2.2. Controls and Displays ..................................................................3-11
Chapter 4
4.1. 4.2. 4.3. 4.3.1. 4.3.2. 4.3.3. 4.3.4. 4.3.5. 4.3.6. 4.3.7. 4.3.8. 4.4. 4.4.1. 4.4.2. 4.4.3. 4.4.4. 4.4.5. 4.4.6. 4.4.7. 4.4.8.
IRD Operation and Management ............................................... 4-1

General ........................................................................................................... 4-1 Preset Menu ................................................................................................... 4-1 Configuration Menu........................................................................................ 4-2 Receiver Module Configuration Menu ............................................... 4-4 Stream Configuration Menu ..........................................................4-27 Service Configuration Menu ..........................................................4-37 Video Configuration Menu.............................................................4-52 Audio Configuration Menu.............................................................4-81 Data Configuration Menu ..............................................................4-96 Conditional Access Configuration Menu ......................................... 4-104 Unit Configuration Menu............................................................. 4-111 IRD Status Menu......................................................................................... 4-120 Receiver Status Menu ................................................................ 4-121 Stream Status Menu.................................................................. 4-129 Service Status Menu.................................................................. 4-131 Video Status Menu .................................................................... 4-132 Audio Status Menu .................................................................... 4-136 Data Status Menu ..................................................................... 4-138 Conditional Access Status Menu................................................... 4-141 Unit Status Menu ...................................................................... 4-145
Appendix A.
A.1 A.2
Software Download......................................................................A-1
Downloading Software Using FTP.................................................................. A-1 Loading Software to the IRD-2900 through the Serial Port ........................ A-6
Appendix B.
B.1 B.2 B.3
IRD Aspect Ratio Configuration Process..................................B-1

General ........................................................................................................... B-1 IRD Aspect Ratio Conversion Machine .......................................................... B-1 Table of Conversions ..................................................................................... B-3
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LIST OF FIGURES
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Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure 4-15: 4-16: 4-17: 4-18: 4-19: 4-20: 4-21: 4-22: 4-23: 4-24: 4-25: 4-26: 4-27: 4-28: 4-29: 4-30: 4-31: 4-32: 4-33: 4-34: 4-35: 4-36: 4-37: 4-38: 4-39: 4-40: 4-41: 4-42: 4-43: 4-44: 4-45: 4-46: 4-47: 4-48: 4-49: 4-50: 4-51: 4-52: 4-53: 4-54: 4-55: 4-56: 4-57: Stream Parameters (QPSK).................................................................. 4-28 Stream Parameters Decoder Stream Source (IP) ................................. 4-29 Stream Parameters Decoder Stream Source (QPSK) ............................ 4-31 Stream Parameters Stream Rate Range.............................................. 4-33 Stream Parameters Stream Type ....................................................... 4-33 Stream Parameters ASI Output Source............................................... 4-34 Stream Parameters 27MHz Synchronization ........................................ 4-36 Service Configuration Menu ................................................................. 4-37 Service TV # Select ......................................................................... 4-50 Service TV # Select Available Services............................................. 4-51 Video Configuration Menu ................................................................... 4-52 Video # Parameters............................................................................ 4-55 Video # Parameters - Format............................................................... 4-56 Video # Parameters - Interpolation ...................................................... 4-57 Video # Parameters Monitor Aspect Ratio........................................... 4-59 Video # Parameters Lip-Sync Mode ................................................... 4-60 Video # Parameters Blanking Mode ................................................... 4-62 VBI # Parameters............................................................................... 4-64 VBI # Parameters CC (Closed Captioning) .......................................... 4-67 VBI # Parameters VITS (Vertical Interval Test Signal).......................... 4-70 VBI # Parameters VITC (Vertical Interval Time Code) .......................... 4-72 VBI # Parameters TTX (Teletext EBU) ............................................. 4-75 VBI # Parameters VPS (Video Program System) .................................. 4-76 VBI Parameters Line # Drop Down Menu ........................................... 4-77 Audio Configuration Menu ................................................................... 4-81 Audio # Parameters............................................................................ 4-84 Audio # Parameters Decoder Mode ................................................... 4-86 Audio # Parameters - AC-3 Downmix Mode ........................................... 4-88 Audio # Parameters AC-3 Operational Mode ....................................... 4-89 Audio # Parameters PassThru Sample Rate ........................................ 4-91 Audio # Parameters Analog Output ................................................... 4-92 Audio # Parameters Analog Mixer...................................................... 4-94 Data Configuration Menu..................................................................... 4-96 Conditional Access Configuration Menu ............................................... 4-104 Unit Configuration Menu.................................................................... 4-111 IRD Status Main Menu ...................................................................... 4-120 QPSK Receiver Status Menu............................................................... 4-122 QPSK Receiver Status ....................................................................... 4-124 IP Receiver Status Menu ................................................................... 4-125 MPEG Over IP Input 1 Status ............................................................. 4-126 MPEG Over IP General Status ............................................................ 4-128 Stream Status Menu ......................................................................... 4-129 Video Status Menu ........................................................................... 4-132
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Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure 4-58: 4-59: 4-60: 4-61: 4-62: 4-63: 4-64: 4-65: Audio Status Menu ............................................................................4-136 Data Status Menu .............................................................................4-138 Conditional Access Status Menu ..........................................................4-141 Unit Status Menu ..............................................................................4-145 Status Unit Identity (IP) ...............................................................4-147 Aspect Ratio Conversion Machine........................................................... B-1 Normal 4:3 Aspect Ratio ....................................................................... B-3 Normal 16:9 Aspect Ratio ..................................................................... B-3
LIST OF TABLES
Table Table Table Table Table Table Table Table Table Table Table Table 2-1: 2-2: 2-3: 2-4: 2-5: 2-6: 2-7: 4-1: 4-2: 4-3: 4-4: 4-5: IRD-2900 Rear Panel Connectors and Cables........................................ 2-4 RS-232 and RS-485 Control Connector Pin-Out Descriptions...................... 2-5 RS-232 Low Speed Data and GPI Output Pin-Out Descriptions .................. 2-5 RJ-45 High Speed Data Pin-Out Description ............................................ 2-6 Audio 3-4 Breakout Cable (Scopus P/N 204346) Pin Out Description .......... 2-6 AES/EBU Balanced Breakout Cable (Scopus P/N 204345) Pin Out Descriptions ........................................................................................ 2-6 IRD Serviceability Check ....................................................................... 2-9 Band Frequency Range ......................................................................... 4-7 RS-232 Control Cable Pin-to-Pin............................................................. A-6 RS-485 Control Cable Pin-to-Pin Designations.......................................... A-6 Table of Conversions: 4:3 Stream Option................................................ B-4 Table of Conversions: 16:9 Options........................................................ B-5
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Chapter 1
OVERVIEW
1.1. GENERAL INFORMATION
The IRD-2900 professional MPEG-2 DVB and ATSC processing platform is designed to meet even most demanding application requirements while maximizing ease of use and flexibility. With a graphical front-panel display, the IRD-2900 Series includes: Variety of Telco and cable front-end options Dual MPEG-over-IP inputs MPEG-over-IP output ASI transport-stream input SNMP and web based management support
The IRD-2900 Series concurrently decodes up to two video programs and up to four audio channels from the transport stream. The IRD-2900 Series features the following product lines: IRD-296x: Professional single 4:2:0 decoder IRD IRD-298x: Professional single 4:2:0/4:2:2 decoder IRD IRD-299x: Professional dual 4:2:0 decoders IRD
Housed in a true 1RU slim-line chassis and featuring low power consumption, the IRD fully integrates with the Scopus product platform.
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User Manual Overview
1.2.
HIGHLIGHTS AND BENEFITS

The IRD-2900 processing platforms main features and options include: Variety of front-end options including DVB-S2 and MPEG-over-IP Dual MPEG-over-IP (MPEGoIP) inputs supporting up to 60Mbps (SPTS and MPTS), including link redundancy and logical redundancy MPEGoIP output supporting up to 60Mbps with PID dropping and PCR re-stamping IP-over-MPEG output up to 60Mbps (MPE decapsulation) Up to 4 QPSK L-Band inputs ASI transport stream input and output DVB common interface (2 slots) SDI and AESE/BU as well as analogue outputs Up to 4 pairs of audio outputs supporting: Musicam Dolby Digital AC-3 Pass-through Dolby Digital AC-3 2.0 Down mixing Linear PCM Audio and Dolby-E Pass-through
Embedded audio in SDI and re-insertion of VBI VBI re-insertion in composite and SDI Genlock for high-end contribution applications accurate frame synchronization required by
Redundancy support, 2 GPI Dry Contact relays with separate control. OSD (On-Screen Display) on 2 video outputs or monitoring outputs only, providing one uninterrupted broadcast for video, and one uninterrupted broadcast for diagnostics and monitoring SNMP and web-based management
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1.3.
APPLICATIONS
The IRD-2900 processing platform is a technologically advanced choice for a wide range of applications. Some typical uses for the IRD-2900 include: Digital turnaround CATV IP head-end receiver/decoder CATV IP distribution edge decoder Satellite distribution Telco distribution DSNG Syndication
Scopus offers this series of professional IRDs in a wide range of standard configurations, with the flexibility to select specific interfaces and features required by the application.
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1.4.
FUNCTIONALITY
The TS Router block receives input streams from one of the available sources, for example: QPSK, MPEG-over-IP IN, ASI IN, and routes the selected input to the Master and Slave decoders. Each decoder decodes one program from the input stream, routed by the TS router block, and provides decoded digital audio and video streams. These streams are provided to the Video Router block that would route them to the relevant outputs as well as to the Analog Video Output. The Analog Video Output receives a Digital Video, converts the digital video into analog video, and outputs the analog video. The Analog and Digital Audio Output component outputs the digital and analog audio.
Legend Audio Path A/V Digital Path Analog Video Path TS Path CPU Bus
TAP1 TAP2 TAP3
JTAG
4:2:2/4:2:0 AV Decoder
27 MHz Clock
Analog Video Outputs
CVBS
TS input
Front End
TS Router
4:2:0 AV Decoder
Video Router
SDI
MPE IP Data Out
AES/EBU
CAS (CI+S.C)
Management
2 Audio Decoder
nd
Analog/Digital Audio Outputs
Analog
10/100 Base-T
10/100 Base-T
Figure 1-1: Signal Path in the IRD Functionality Block Diagram
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1.5.
MECHANICAL STRUCTURE
The IRD is housed in a rugged industrial enclosure, 1RU by 19" (rack mount).
1.5.1.
Front Panel
The front panel allows control using a four-way touch pad, an [Enter] key, an [Esc] key, and two programmable [F1]/[F2] keys. Operational commands and parameters are displayed on a graphical LCD. The four-way touch pad allows parameter modification and scrolling through the menus of the embedded VBI. Two LEDs show the WARNING and PWR/FAIL status (see Figure 1-2).
Figure 1-2: Front View of the IRD
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1.5.2.
Model Options
Each IRD model supports the following interfaces: DVB-S (QPSK) Single Input DVB-S (QPSK) Dual Input Decoder Only (except for IRD-2960) MPEG over IP (MPEGoIP) ASI
In this manual all rear panels are shown with the DVB-S interface. Each model has basic-standard features and interfaces as well as features requiring software license to be activated. The MPEGoIP input interface can be supported in all IRD-2900 devices. Figure 1-3 displays the IRD-2961 rear panel with an MPEGoIP input interface.
Figure 1-3: IRD-2961 Rear Panel (IP Input interface) Figure 1-4 displays the IRD-2961 rear panel in Dual Input configuration.
Figure 1-4: IRD-2961 Rear Panel (Dual Input interface) Figure 1-5 displays the IRD-2961 rear panel in Decoder Only configuration.
Figure 1-5: IRD-2961 Rear Panel (Decoder Only interface)
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NOTE
IRD-2900 models supporting MPEGoIP output and IP data out (MPE decapsulation) output can be configured to support either MPEGoIP or IP data out.
1.5.2.1.
IRD-2960 Interfaces and Features

The IRD-2960 is a single 4:2:0 Decoder IRD. The IRD-296x devices consist of two composite video interfaces. The CVBS #1 connector is used for broadcasting quality video and the CVBS #2 connector can be used for monitoring. Figure 1-6 illustrates the IRD-2960 rear panel. The IRD-2960 basic features and software-licensed features are described below.
Figure 1-6: IRD-2960 Rear Panel (Basic Standard) Basic Features Software-Licensed Features
2 composite video interfaces 2 analog audio stereo balanced interfaces 1 Active analog stereo pair RS-232 low speed data GPI
st
Russian SECAM D/K (composite video only) 2

nd
Active analog stereo pair
RS-422 high speed data output Dolby digital (AC-3) LT/RT downmixing
NOTE
The IRD-2960 does not support the Decoder Only configuration.
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1.5.2.2.

The IRD-2961 is a single 4:2:0 decoder IRD. The IRD-296x family consists of two composite video interfaces. The CVBS #1 connector is used for broadcast quality video and the CVBS #2 connector can be used for monitoring. Figure 1-7 illustrates the IRD-2961 rear panel. The IRD-2961 basic features and software-licensed features are described below.
Figure 1-7: IRD-2961 Rear Panel Basic Features Software-Licensed Features
2 composite video interfaces 2 analog audio stereo balanced interfaces 1 Active analog stereo pair SNMP management (10/100 Base-T) Web based management (10/100 Base-T) RS-232 low speed data GPI
st
ASI input Dual ASI output MPEG-over-IP output IPdata output (MPE de-capsulation) Russian SECAM D/K (composite video only) 2
nd
Dolby Digital (AC-3) LT/RT downmixing
NOTE
In the case of power failure or system shutdown, ASI OUT 1 output will become ASI loopthrough. Use ASI OUT 1 output for cascading a chain of IRD-2900
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1.5.2.3.

The IRD-2962 is a single 4:2:0 decoder IRD. All IRD-296x family consists of two composite video interfaces. The CVBS #1 connector is used for broadcast quality video and the CVBS #2 connector can be used for monitoring. Figure 1-8 illustrates the IRD-2962 rear panel. The IRD-2962 basic features and software-licensed features are described below.
2 composite video interfaces 2 SDI interfaces Embedded VBI and audio in SDI 2 analog-audio-stereo balanced interfaces 1 Active analog stereo pair 2
nd st
ASI input Dual ASI outputs MPEG-over-IP output IP data output Genlock input and loop-through output Dolby Digital (AC-3) LT/RT downmixing Linear PCM (SMPTE 302M 2000), Dolby-E Pass-through
(MPE de-capsulation)
2 AES/EBU-SPDIF audio-unbalanced interfaces 1 and 2

st ND
Active AES/EBU-SPDIF
SNMP management (10/100 Base-T) Web-based management (10/100 Base-T) RS-232 low speed data GPI Front panel monitoring connectors
NOTE
In the case of power failure or system shutdown, ASI OUT 1 output will become ASI loopthrough. Use ASI OUT 1 output for cascading a chain of IRD-2900
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1.5.2.4.

The IRD-2963 is a single 4:2:0 decoder IRD. All IRD-296X family consists of two composite video interfaces. The CVBS #1 connector is used for broadcast quality video and the CVBS #2 connector can be used for monitoring. Figure 1-9 illustrates the IRD-2963 rear panel. The IRD-2963 basic features and software-licensed features are described below.
2 composite video interfaces 2 SDI interfaces Embedded VBI and up to 2 stereo channels in SDI 2 analog-audio-stereo balanced interfaces 1 Active analog stereo pair 2
ND st

ND
2 AES/EBU-SPDIF audio-balanced interfaces 1

ST
ASI input Dual ASI output MPEG-over-IP output IP data output (MPE de-capsulation) Genlock input and loop-through output Dolby Digital (AC-3) LT/RT downmixing Linear PCM (SMPTE 302M 2000), Dolby-E Pass-through
and 2
NOTES
This model requires a breakout cable to connect to the AES/EBU interfaces. In the case of power failure or system shutdown, ASI OUT 1 output will become ASI loopthrough. Use ASI OUT 1 output for cascading a chain of IRD-2900
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1.5.2.5.

The IRD-2980 is a single 4:2:0/4:2:2 decoder IRD. The IRD-298x family consists of two composite video interfaces. Both CVBS connectors are for broadcast quality video. Figure 1-10 illustrates the IRD-2980 rear panel. The IRD-2980 basic features and software-licensed features are described below. #1 and CVBS #2
2 composite video interfaces 2 SDI interfaces Embedded VBI and up to 4 stereo channels in SDI Decoding 4:2:2 PP@ML (1.550 Mbps) 4 analog-audio-stereo balanced interfaces 1 2
ST ND
Active analog stereo pair Active analog stereo pair
4 AES/EBU-SPDIF audio unbalanced interfaces 1

ST
and 2
ND
ASI input Dual ASI output MPEG-over-IP output IP data output (MPE de-capsulation) 3 4 3 4
RD TH RD TH
Active analog stereo pair Active analog stereo pair Active AES/EBU-SPDIF Active AES/EBU-SPDIF
Dolby Digital (AC-3) LT/RT downmixing Linear PCM (SMPTE 302M 2000), Dolby-E Pass-through
NOTES
This model requires a breakout cable to connect to the 3rd and 4th analog stereo pairs. In the case of power failure or system shutdown, ASI OUT 1 output will become ASI loopthrough. Use ASI OUT 1 output for cascading a chain of IRD-2900
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1.5.2.6.

The IRD-2981 is a single 4:2:2 decoder IRD. The IRD-298x family consists of two composite video interfaces. Both CVBS interfaces are for service broadcast video quality. Figure 1-11 illustrates the IRD-2981 rear panel. The IRD-2981 basic features and software-licensed features are described below.
2 composite video interfaces 2 SDI interfaces Embedded VBI and up to 4 stereo channels in SDI Decoding 4:2:2 PP@ML (1.550 Mbps) 4 analog-audio-stereo balanced interfaces 1 Active analog stereo pair 2
nd st
4 AES/EBU-SPDIF audio-balanced interfaces SNMP management (10/100 Base-T) Web-based management (10/100 Base-T) RS-232 low speed data GPI Front panel monitoring connectors
ASI input Dual ASI output MPEG-over-IP output IP data output (MPE de-capsulation) Genlock input and loop-through output 3 Active analog stereo pair 4 Active analog stereo pair 3 Active AES/EBU-SPDIF 4 Active AES/EBU-SPDIF Dolby Digital (AC-3) LT/RT downmixing Linear PCM (SMPTE 302M 2000), Dolby-E Pass-through
th rd th rd
NOTES
This model requires a breakout cable to connect to the AES/EBU interfaces and to connect to the third and fourth analog stereo pairs. In the case of power failure or system shutdown, ASI OUT 1 output will become ASI loopthrough. Use ASI OUT 1 output for cascading a chain of IRD-2900
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1.5.2.7.

The IRD-2990 is a dual 4:2:0 decoders IRD. The IRD-299x family consists of three composite video interfaces. The CVBS #1 connector is for a broadcast quality video of decoder #1. The CVBS #2 can be used for monitoring. The CVBS #3 connector is for broadcast quality video of decoder #2. Figure 1-12 illustrates the IRD-2990 rear panel. The IRD-2990 basic features and software-licensed features are described below.
Figure 1-12: IRD-2990 Rear Panel Basic Features Software Licensed Features
3 composite video Interfaces 4 analog-audio-stereo balanced interfaces 1 Active analog stereo pair 2
nd rd th st
3 Active analog stereo pair 4 Active analog stereo pair SNMP management (10/100 Base-T) Web-based management (10/100 Base-T) RS-232 low speed data GPI
ASI input Dual ASI output RS-422 high speed data output Russian SECAM D/K (composite video only) Dolby Digital (AC-3) LT/RT downmixing
NOTE
In the case of power failure or system shutdown, ASI OUT 1 output will become as ASI loopthrough. Use ASI OUT 1 output for cascading a chain of IRD-2900
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1.5.2.8.

The IRD-2991 is a dual 4:2:0 decoders IRD. The IRD-299x family consists of three composite video interfaces. The CVBS #1 connector is for a broadcast quality video of decoder #1. The CVBS #2 can be used for monitoring. The CVBS #3 connector is for broadcast quality video of decoder #2. Figure 1-13 illustrates the IRD-2991 rear panel. The IRD-2991 basic features and software-licensed features are described below.
Figure 1-13: IRD-2991 Rear Panel
Basic Features
Software-Licensed Features
3 composite video Interfaces 2 SDI interfaces Embedded VBI and up to 4 stereo channels in SDI 4 analog-audio-stereo balanced interfaces 1 Active analog stereo pair 2
nd rd st
ASI input Dual ASI output MPEG-over-IP output IP data output (MPE de-capsulation) Dolby Digital (AC-3) LT/RT downmixing Linear PCM (SMPTE 302M 2000), Dolby-E Pass-through
3 Active analog stereo pair 4th Active analog stereo pair 4 AES/EBU-SPDIF audio unbalanced interface 1 and 2
rd th st nd
3 Active AES/EBU-SPDIF 4 Active AES/EBU-SPDIF SNMP management (10/100 Base-T) Web-based management (10/100 Base-T) RS-232 low speed data GPI
NOTES
This model requires a breakout cable to connect to the 3rd and 4th analog stereo pairs. In the case of power failure or system shutdown, ASI OUT 1 output will become ASI loopthrough. Use ASI OUT 1 output for cascading a chain of IRD-2900
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1.5.2.9.

The IRD-2992 is a dual 4:2:0 decoders IRD. The IRD-299x family consists of three composite video interfaces. The CVBS #1 is for service broadcast video quality. The CVBS #2 is for service monitoring and OSD video quality. The CVBS #3 is for an additional service broadcast video quality. Figure 1-14 illustrates the IRD-2992 rear panel. The IRD-2992 basic features and software-licensed features are described below.
3 composite video interfaces 2 SDI interfaces Embedded VBI and up to 4 stereo channels in SDI 4 analog-audio-stereo balanced interfaces 1 Active analog stereo pair 2
nd rd th st
3 Active analog stereo pair 4 Active analog stereo pair 4 AES/EBU-SPDIF audio balanced interfaces 1 and 2
rd th st nd
ASI input Dual ASI output MPEG-over-IP output IP data output (MPE de-capsulation) Genlock input and loop-through output Dolby Digital (AC-3) LT/RT downmixing Linear PCM (SMPTE 302M 2000), Dolby-E Pass-through
3 Active AES/EBU-SPDIF 4 Active AES/EBU-SPDIF SNMP management (10/100 Base-T) Web-based management (10/100 Base-T) RS-232 low speed data GPI
NOTES
This model requires a breakout cable to connect to the AES/EBU interfaces and to connect to the 3rd and 4th analog stereo pairs In the case of power failure or system shutdown, ASI OUT 1 output will become ASI loopthrough. Use ASI OUT 1 output for cascading a chain of IRD-2900
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1.6.
1.6.1.
MANAGEMENT
Local Management
The IRD-2900 supports local management using the front-panel or a PC terminal control.
1.6.1.1.
Front Panel Control

The IRD-2900 front panel provides an easy to use graphical display with a large LCD screen and intuitive control.
1.6.1.2.
PC Terminal Control
The IRD-2900 supports PC terminal control from a standard PC terminal (over RS-232 or RS-485). The terminal provides access to control and monitor functions that are not available when using any IRD front panel features.
1.6.2.
Remote Management
IRD-2900 supports remote management through NMS-4000, web-based control, or Telnet.
1.6.2.1.
NMS-4000 and Future NMS-7000

The NMS-4000 Network Management System enables management of the IRD-2900 via the transmission link. The NMS-4000 provides a menu and dialog-driven interface from which control, modification, and upgrade operations can be performed on the IRD.
1.6.2.2.
Web Based Management

IRD-2900 supports web-based management. Managing IRD-2900 parameters using web-based control is as easy as point-and-click.
1.6.2.3.
Telnet
The IRD-2900 supports remote control throughout the Internet. The IRD can be controlled and configured from a standard PC terminal (over Ethernet). The terminal provides access to control and monitor functions that are not available when using any IRD front panel features.
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1.7.
1.7.1.
CHARACTERISTICS AND SPECIFICATIONS

Transport Stream Interface Options
FEATURE MPEGOIP INPUT SPECIFICATIONS
MPEGOIP OUTPUT
TS bit rate: up to 60 Mbps SPTS/MPTS UDP, RTP (optional) Unicast/Multicast IGMPv2, (IGMPv3 ready in future SW release) Network de-Jittering Pro MPEG de-Jittering Link redundancy (optional) Pro-MPEG FEC (optional in future SW release) Interface: dual 10/100 Base-T, RJ-45 TS bit rate: up to 60 Mbps SPTS/MPTS UDP, RTP (optional) PID dropping with PCR re-stamping (optional, available in future release) Pro-MPEG FEC (optional) Interface: 10/100 Base-T, RJ-45 DVB-S2 ready (new front end) Constellation: QPSK Single L-band input Frequency range: 950-2150 MHz Symbol rate range: 1-45M Sym/s L-Band RF input with LNB control and loop-through output
DVB-S2 DVB-S SINGLE INPUT
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FEATURE DVB-S DUAL INPUT
SPECIFICATIONS
DVB-ASI INPUT DVB-ASI OUTPUT
Constellation: QPSK Dual L-band input Dual independent demodulators Manual selection between inputs Frequency range: 950-2150 MHz Symbol rate range: 1-45M Sym/s L-Band RF input with LNB control and loop-through output Interface: copper, BNC 75 ohm TS bit rate: up to 150 Mbps 2 ASI connectors: copper, BNC 75 ohm ASI options:
ASI OUT 1 - output stream with decrypted selected program, output stream and loopthrough ASI OUT 2 - output stream with decrypted selected program, output stream
PID dropping with PCR re-stamping (optional, available in future releases).
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1.7.2.
Decoder Outputs
FEATURE VIDEO SPECIFICATIONS
Up to 2 decoders in 1RU Analog video interfaces: - Up to 3 composite - Single S-video Digital Video Interfaces: - SDI with embedded VBI and audio - Additional SDI with embedded VBI audio Video Formats: - PAL-B/G/I/M/N/D, NTSC, SECAM L/B/G/K1 - Russian SECAM D/K (composite video only. Supported only by IRD-2960, IRD-2961, IRD-2990) Decoding: - 4:2:0 MP@ML (1.5 15 Mbps) - 4:2:2 PP@ML (1.5 50 Mbps) Video resolution interpolation: Pan-scan, letter box or Pass-through Aspect ratios: 4:3/16:9 and 14:9 Graphical processing: OSD, DVB subtitling, EBU (Teletext) subtitling (optional) OSD only on monitoring output (optional) Genlock input and loop-through output Video monitor output connector Audio monitor output connector In composite video and embedded SDI WST Teletext and inverted Teletext WSS VPS VITC CC AMOL I, AMOL II V-CHIP Enhanced VITS with built-in generator
FRONT PANEL MONITORING VBI RE-INSERTION
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FEATURE AUDIO
SPECIFICATIONS
Up to 4 analog audio stereo pairs interfaces Up to 4 digital audio AES/EBU-SPDIF interfaces Up to 4 stereo channels embedded in SDI Modes: stereo, joint stereo, dual channel, single channel Max output level: +18 dBu analog, 0 dBFs digital Gain control: -64 dB to 0 dB/mute Dolby Digital (AC-3) Pass-through Dolby Digital (AC-3) LT/RT downmixing (optional) Linear PCM (SMPTE 302M 2000), Dolby-E Pass-through (optional) Low speed data: RS-232 up to 115.2 Kbps, DB9 (will be supported in future SW release) High speed data: RS-422 Up to 20 Mbps, DB9 (supported by IRD-2960, IRD-2990) IP Data Out: up to 60Mbps (MPE de-capsulation) (optional)
DATA
1.7.3.
Conditional Access
FEATURE EMBEDDED DVBDESCRAMBLING SPECIFICATIONS
DVB-CI
BISS mode-1 BISS-E CAS-5000 Interface 2 CI slots EN-50221 CA methods Multicrypt, Simulcrypt CASs Viaccess, Irdeto, Conax, MediaGuard, Nagravision, Cryptoworks, VideoGuard, OnDigital, CODICrypt
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1.7.4.
Control and Monitoring

FEATURE LOCAL SPECIFICATIONS
Graphical easy-to-use front panel Up to 100 stored setups (will be supported in future SW release) Advanced satellite scanning Operates in service and PID modes 2 GPI dry contacts for various status and fault indications Front panel display: signal quality, Eb/N0, BER, ASI format, network and service information, CA information, CI slots, video and audio decoded information OSD: PSI tables, receiver and decoder status information SNMP management Web-based management Telnet Terminal via RS-232 or RS-485 Software download Control Software download
ENHANCED DVB MONITORING
REMOTE
OVER THE AIR
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1.7.5.
Compliance
FEATURE EMC SPECIFICATIONS
SAFETY
EN55013 (CISPR 13) EN55020 (CISPR 20) EN55022 (CISPR 22) EN55024 (CISPR 24) FCC part 15 (Class A) CB EN60950 CB (IEC60950) UL60950 CTUVus
1.7.6.
Environmental Conditions
FEATURE OPERATION STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature: 0 - 50C C Humidity: 5% - 90% (non-condensing) Temperature: -40 - 70 C C Humidity: 0% - 95% (non-condensing)
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1.7.7.
Physical and Power Specifications

FEATURE PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1RU unit, 19 rack mountable Dimensions (HxWxD) 1RU X 19 X 14/44mm X 482.6mm X 357mm Weight 3.5Kg. /7.7lbs. Voltage: - 100 - 240V AC, 50/60Hz - 48v DC (optional) Power consumption up to 50w max
POWER
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Chapter 2
INSTALLATION
2.1.
2.1.1.
GENERAL INFORMATION
This chapter describes the installing the IRD-2900 Series.
Safety Precautions
To avoid injury and prevent equipment damage, observe the following safety precautions: Do not move or ship equipment unless it is correctly packaged in its original wrapping and shipping containers. Only Scopus trained personnel can perform service and maintenance for the equipment. To prevent lightning damage, ground the unit according to local regulations. Do no permit unqualified personnel to operate the unit.
2.1.2.
Inventory Check
CAUTION
IF ANYTHING IS MISSING OR DAMAGED, DO NOT CONTINUE WITH THE INSTALLATION. SEE THE PROCEDURES IN THE FRONT OF THIS MANUAL FOR SCOPUS SUPPORT.
Before installing the unit, ensure that all the equipment has arrived and check for damage according to the following list:
ITEM
IRD-2900 Professional Integrated Receiver Decoder Power cable User manual, IRD-2900 Professional Integrated Receiver Decoder Breakout cable if applicable
QUANTITY
1 1 1 1/2
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User Manual Installation
2.2.
2.2.1.
NOTE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Site Preparation
If the IRD is to be installed in a standard 19" rack, verify that the rack is fully prepared for the installation. To facilitate easy access during installation and maintenance, leave sufficient space behind the rack.
The IRD must be installed within 1.5m (5 feet) from an easily accessible grounded AC outlet, capable of furnishing the required supply voltage as detailed below (see Paragraph 2.4.1). The use of a UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply) and an AVR (Automated Voltage Regulation) is highly recommended to ensure uninterrupted operation of the IRD. Ensure that a qualified electrician has installed the mains power supply in accordance with local power authority regulations. All powering should be wired with an earth leakage in accordance with local regulations.
CAUTION
ENSURE THAT THE RACK HAS BEEN CORRECTLY GROUNDED BEFORE SWITCHING ON THE IRD-2900 DEVICE. WHEN REMOVING THE UNIT, REMOVE THE GROUNDED CONNECTION ONLY AFTER THE UNIT IS SWITCHED OFF AND UNPLUGGED.
2.2.2.
Mechanical Installation
The unit includes two mounting brackets. The brackets are fastened with screws on the sides of the IRD Chassis. To prepare the IRD for rack installation: 1. Fasten the brackets to the side rails of the rack with four screws (not included in the kit), two per side. Several IRD devices can be installed in a standard 19" rack, one above the other.
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2.2.3.
Insertion of the DVB-CI Module (PCMCIA)
WARNING
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE OR INSERT THE DVB-CI MODULE OR THE SMART CARD WHILE THE IRD IS POWERING UP ON OR INNITIALIZING
The figure to the left illustrates the IRD with the DVB-CI module (PCMCIA card) and the Smart Card used to decrypt the incoming signal. The IRD is provided with two PCMCIA slots for up to two DVB-CI modules. The PCMCIA should be firmly inserted into one of the two slots provided to ensure contact. Each DVB-CI module accommodates one Smart Card, inserted with the UP mark pointing upwards and forward.
2.3.
CABLE CONNECTION
The IRD-2900 provides all the connections on its rear panel. The rear panel is comprised of audio outputs, video outputs, data outputs, and control interfaces (see Table 2-1 for cable information). Figure 1-13 illustrates the IRD-2992 rear panel, as an example for connector types.
Figure 2-1:
IRD-2992 Rear Panel
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Table 2-1:
IRD-2900 Rear Panel Connectors and Cables
INTERFACE
QPSK Front-end RF IN QPSK Front-end Loop Out Connector MPEGoIP Input Management MPEGoIP/DATA Output Analog Audio Out1 left Analog Audio Out1 right Analog Audio Out2 left Analog Audio Out2 right Video Out, S-Video Y/C Composite Video Out, CVBS1
CONNECTOR TYPE
75 F-Type 75 F-Type RJ-45 RJ-45 RJ-45 600 XLR (balanced) 600 XLR (balanced) 600 XLR (balanced) 600 XLR (balanced) 75 DIN connector 75 BNC 75 BNC 75 BNC 9 PIN D-Type 9 PIN D-Type 600 D-sub 15p to 4XLR 75 4xBNC or 75 D-sub 15p 75 BNC 75 BNC 75 BNC 75 BNC
CABLE TYPE
RG-6 RG-6 FTP Cat 5 FTP Cat 5 FTP Cat 5 Shielded audio cable Shielded audio cable Shielded audio cable Shielded audio cable Super video cable RG-59 RG11 A/U (recommended)
Composite Video Out, CVBS2 Composite Video Out, CVBS3 Data Output (RS-232/RS-422) Control (RS-232/RS-485) Audio Balanced 3 & 4
RG-59 RG11 A/U (recommended) RG-59 RG11 A/U (recommended) Serial Cable Serial Cable Breakout Cable 204346 (Scopus material) BNC Cable
AES/EBU 1-4 Unbalanced
ASI in/out1/out2 Genlock In
RG-59 RG11 A/U (recommended) RG-59 RG11 A/U (recommended)
Genlock Out
RG-59 RG11 A/U (recommended)
SDI out 1 &2
RG-59
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The IRD supports terminal control from a standard PC through a serial RS-232, RS-485, and GPI cable. Table 2-2 and Table 2-3 detail the pin-to-pin and signal assignments of the RS-232 and RS-485 cables respectively.
Table 2-2:
RS-232 and RS-485 Control Connector Pin-Out Descriptions
PIN
1 2 3 4 5
DESIGNATION
RS-232 CD/RS-485 TX (+) RS-232 RXD RS-232 TXD RS-232 DTR Common
PIN
6 7 8 9
DESIGNATION
RS-232 DSR/RS-485 TX (-) RS-232 RTS RS-232 CTS/RS-485 RX (+) RS-232 Ring/RS-485 RX (-)
Table 2-3 also details the pin designations for data output (RS-232 and GPI). These two data flow protocols can be simultaneously enabled over the connector interface. Table 2-3: RS-232 Low Speed Data and GPI Output Pin-Out Descriptions
PIN
1 2 3 4 5
DESIGNATION
GPI1 NC RX Data TX Data GPI2 Common Common
PIN
6 7 8 9
DESIGNATION
GPI1 Common GPI1 NO GPI2 NC GPI2 NO
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Table 2-4:
RJ-45 High Speed Data Pin-Out Description
PIN
3 4 5
DESIGNATION
Enable (-) Data (-) Data (+)
PIN
6 7 8
DESIGNATION
Enable (+) Clock (-) Clock (+)
Table 2-5:
Audio 3-4 Breakout Cable (Scopus P/N 204346) Pin Out Description
PIN
1 2 3 4 5 7
DESIGNATION
Audio 4 XLR Right (+) Audio 4 XLR Left (+) Audio 3 XLR Right Common Audio 3 XLR Right (+) Audio 3 XLR Left (+) Audio 4 XLR Right Common
PIN
8 10 11 12 14 15
DESIGNATION
Audio 4 XLR Left Common Audio 3 XLR Left Common Audio 4 XLR Right (-) Audio 4 XLR Left (-) Audio 3 XLR Right (-) Audio 3 XLR Left (-)
Table 2-6:
AES/EBU Balanced Breakout Cable (Scopus P/N 204345) Pin Out Descriptions
PIN
1 2 3 4 5 7
DESIGNATION
AES/EBU 4 (+) AES/EBU 3 (+) AES/EBU 2 Common AES/EBU 2 (+) AES/EBU 1 (+) AES/EBU 4 Common
PIN
8 10 11 12 14 15
DESIGNATION
AES/EBU 3 Common AES/EBU 1 Common AES/EBU 4 (-) AES/EBU 3 (-) AES/EBU 2 (-) AES/EBU 1 (-)
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2.4.
INITIALIZATION AND CONFIGURATION

Prior to turning on the IRD, ensure that all cabling is correct. Ensure that the unit is connected to the mains power supply and grounded according to local instructions.
2.4.1.
Electrical Power Connection

The IRD is powered by AC power. Connecting the AC power cable to the IRD AC connector makes the ground connection to the IRD. When the IRD is rack-mounted, the jackscrew must be connected to the rack housing, which in turn should be correctly grounded. For a view on the jackscrew, see Figure 2-2. AC Power Supply Configuration 1 AC Power Supply Configuration 2
Figure 2-2: IRD Jackscrew Ground Connections
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2.4.2.
Powering Up
When powering up the IRD and the receiver is not tuned, expect one of the following warnings: Front-End warning Demodulator not sync Bit Stream warning No sync 0x47 detected Bit Stream warning PSI not detected
In case the IRD warning LED is lit orange, the operator must perform the following: Tuning or configuring the IRD device Selecting a service from the input stream
When the IRD is correctly configured the display shows All OK and both LEDs are lit green.
NOTE
Prior to initialization, review the IRD Operation and Management (see Chapter 4) for how to use and navigate through the menus and for explanations of configuration parameters.
2.4.3.
Tuning
The IRD receiver must be configured in order to receive a transport stream. For details about an IRD device with a DVB-S receiver module, see Paragraph 4.3.1.1. For details about an IRD device with an MPEG-over-IP front-end module, see Paragraph 4.3.1.2.
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2.4.4.
Performing Serviceability Check

After installing, initializing, or configuring the IRD, maintenance checks must be performed to ensure that the unit is serviceable. A video monitor must be connected to the IRD in order to perform the check. Table 2-7 lists systematic instructions for performing a serviceability check. Table 2-7: IRD Serviceability Check
STEP
1 2 3 4 5
CHECK
On the LCD display the LCD status message reads STATUS OK On the IRD front panel the two LEDs are green Service selected is displayed on the LCD display Video picture on monitor Audio channels left and right
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Chapter 3
IRD CONTROL INTERFACES

There are two control interfaces for operating, configuring, and monitoring the IRD-2900: Front Panel control interface Web Management control interface
This chapter describes the appearance of the controls and displays of these interfaces, and provides general explanations on how they are used.
3.1.
3.1.1.
FRONT PANEL CONTROL INTERFACE

Introduction
This section describes the IRD-2900s Front Panel control interface, which is the most direct, basic, and extensive control of the device.
3.1.2.
Front Panel Controls and Displays

The front panel is used for extensive local control and for monitoring the operation. Figure 3-1 illustrates the IRD-2900 front panel.
Figure 3-1: IRD-2900 Front Panel The IRD-2900 front panel contains: LCD Display The LCD display is a large, easy to use, graphical display. It is used to display enhanced menus with graphical interfaces, such as: charts, radio buttons, tables, and icons.
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User Manual IRD Control Interfaces
Status LEDs The two LEDs show WARNING and PWR/FAIL statuses, when both LEDs are green the IRD status is OK. The WARNING LED (Green/Orange) indicates the operational status. The PWR/FAIL LED (Green/Red) indicates the hardware status.
Arrow Keys The arrow keys include [Up], [Down], [Right], [Left]. The keys are used to navigate between the different menu items and sub-menus. They are also used to select and change parameters during setup and configuration procedures.
[Enter] Key The [Enter] key is used to select or enter a configuration setup. [Esc] Key The [Esc] key is used to abort a configuration setup or to return to the menu's previous level.
Short Cut Keys The short cut keys include the [F1]/[F2] buttons. These buttons are operatorprogrammable for immediate activation of predefined procedures (in future software version).
3.1.3.
IRD Front Panel Screen Types

The IRD-2900 display has access to the following five screen types: Menu navigation screen Edit Menu screen Table Menu screen Edit value screen Select value screen
NOTE
When a menu has more than four items, the manual displays two screens: dark grey and light grey. The dark grey screen displays the first four items visible followed by are shown in a grey screen and can be accessed using [up]/[down]. . Additional items
NOTE
Move up or use [Enter] to select the item.
The following paragraphs describe the different front panel screen types.
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3.1.3.1.
Menu Navigation Screen

The Menu Navigation screen enables navigating through the tree structure of the IRD-2900 menu. In this example, the Menu Navigation screen displays the following items:
Configuration Receiver Stream 3 Service 4 Video

1 2
1-2
Audio 6 Data 7 Conditional Access 8 Unit

5
A. Top line indicates the menu name (Configuration) and the menu hierarchal position (1-2, for example Configuration under the Root menu). [ Up]/[ Up/Down]/[ is possible. Down] symbols indicate that up or down scrolling
B. Next up to four displayed lines is a list of numbered items. C. Additional Available Items The list can include more than four items, but only four items are visible at a time. When more than four items are enabled, you can scroll using the [UP]/[Down] arrow keys on the IRD-2900 front panel. The currently selected option is displayed with white characters over a black background (see Item #3 in the example). To access the next menu level press [Enter] to select the marked item (either another Menu Navigation screen or an Edit Menu screen).
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3.1.3.2.
Edit Menu Screen

The Edit menu screen enables you to select, change or display the value of a parameter or set of parameters. In this example, the Edit Menu screen displays the following items:
Stream
1 2
1-2-2
Decoder Stream Source 27MHz Synchronization
FRONT-END (QPSK) STREAM PCR
A. Top line indicates the menu name (Stream) and the menu hierarchal position (1-2-2, for example Root-Configuration-Stream) in the IRD2900 Menu Tree. [ Up]/[ Up/Down]/[ or down scrolling is possible. Down] symbols indicate that up
B. Next up to four displayed lines is a list of numbered items relevant to the menu and their current values. The information provided for each item in the list is: Left-aligned column displays a numbered list of parameters. Right-aligned column displays the value of the parameter. Editable parameters have a pencil icon next to them. Parameters without the pencil icon are informative only.
C. Additional Available Items The list can include more than four items, but only four items are visible at a time. When more than four items are enabled, you can scroll the list using the [UP]/[Down] arrow keys. The currently selected option is displayed with white characters over a black background (see Item #1 in the example). Press [ESC] to abort the selection or to return to the menus previous level. Press [Enter] to select the pointed editable option; a parameterediting screen is displayed. This can be a Table Menu screen, an Edit Value screen, or a Select Value screen.
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3.1.3.3.
Table Menu Screen

The Table menu screen displays information about various parameters using a table format. In this example, the Table Menu screen displays the following columns:
Name
1 2 3 4
ID 1 2 3 4 000A 0046 0050 01F7
Type TV TV TV TV
Mode FTA FTA CAS CAS
PROGRAM PROGRAM PROGRAM PROGRAM
A. Top line displays the headers for each table column. B. Next up to four displayed lines is a numbered list of parameters relevant to the menu and their current values. A radio button indicates which parameter is currently active ( currently enabled and currently disabled) C. Additional Available Items The list can include more than four items, but only four items are visible at a time. When more than four items are available, you can scroll the list using the [UP]/[Down] arrow keys. The currently selected option is displayed with white characters over a black background (see Item #2 in the example). Press [ESC] to abort the selection and return to the Edit Menu screen without changing the parameters. Press [Enter] to select the currently enabled button . The selected option becomes enabled and the former active option is disabled.
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3.1.3.4.
Edit Value Screen

The Edit Value screen enables setting up a parameter value. The parameter value can be a number or a string of characters. Each digit or character is set up individually. In this example, the Edit Value screen displays the following information:
Pcr1 1062 [Hex] <0000 1FFF>

A. Top line displays the parameter name (Pcr1). The pencil icon that the parameter value is editable. indicates
B. Second line displays the current value of the parameter. Changing the value of the parameter is performed using the arrow keys: [Left] and [Right] arrow keys are used to mark a digit or a character for change. The marked digit or a character is displayed with white character over black background (see example above) [Up] and [Down] arrow keys are used to scroll up or down the digits (range 0 thru 9) or the characters (a to z, A to Z, 0 to 9 and ctr.). The scroll range can be limited to prevent setting up values out of range.
C. Third line displays the allowed range of values for the parameter. Press [ESC] to abort the setup and return one level up to the Edit Value Screen without changing the parameters. Press [Enter] to accept the value. The display returns one level up to the Edit Value Screen and the new value is displayed as the current value of the parameter.
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3.1.3.5.
Select Value Screen (Multiple Choices)

The Select Value screen displays a list of selectable items. In this example, the Select Value screen displays the following information:
Format
3 4 5 6
PAL PAL PAL PAL
M BG D N
A. Top line displays the parameter name (Format). The pencil icon indicates that the items are selectable from a list of displayed options. [ Up]/[ Up/Down]/[ Down] symbols indicate that up or down scrolling is possible. B. Next up to four displayed lines is a numbered list of parameters relevant to the menu and their current values. A radio button indicates which parameters are currently activated ( currently enabled and currently disabled) C. Additional Available Items The list can include more than four items, but only four items are visible at a time. When more than four items exist, you can scroll the list using the [UP]/[Down] arrow keys. The currently selected option is displayed with white characters over a black background (see Item #4 in the example). Press [ESC] to abort setup and return one level up of the Select Value Screen without changing the parameters. Press [Enter] to select the marked option (the selected option becomes enabled and the former enabled option is disabled ). The display returns up one level to the Select Value screen; the new option is displayed as the current option of the parameter.
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3.1.4.
IRD Menu Tree

Setup, control, and monitoring of the IRD-2900 operation can be performed locally by using the IRD-2900 Menu. This menu is displayed on the front panel LCD display and is operated using the front panel control keys. The basic tree structure of the IRD front panel menu is illustrated in Figure 3-2.
Figure 3-2: IRD-2900 Front Panel Menu (Root Menu) - Basic Structure
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3.1.5.
IRD Initial Menu Operation

To activate the IRD Front Panel Root Menu perform the following: 1. Power up the IRD-2900. The IRD initialization phase begins. The IRD displays the initialization display:
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MPEG-2 I.R. Service1: Initializing Please Wait...

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2. When the initialization process is completed, the IRD displays one of the two options: Status OK Both green LEDs are lit.
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Status OK
Click Enter for menu
Service1: TV TRT INT

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Front-End Warning The warning LED turns orange.

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Service1:

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3. Click [Enter] to activate and enter the IRD Root Menu:
Root Preset Configuration 3 Status

1 2
The IRD Root Menu provides the following main branch options: IRD Preset Menu See Paragraph 4.2 for a detailed description. IRD Configuration Menu See Paragraph 4.3 for a detailed description. IRD Status Menu See Paragraph 4.4 for a detailed description.
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3.2.
3.2.1.
WEB MANAGEMENT CONTROL INTERFACE

Introduction
The IRD-2900s Web Management software is a user-friendly graphical interface that allows easy control and configuration of the device through a remote computer, using a regular Web Browser. No other software needs to be installed. Managing the IRD-2900 parameters using the Web-based control is as easy as point-and-click. The Web Management interface is used for controlling, configuring, and monitoring the device remotely, using a regular PC and any standard Web Browser. Figure 3-3 displays an example of an IRD-2900 Web Management interface screen.
Figure 3-3: IRD-2900 Front Panel The IRD-2900 Web Management interface contains a number of elements and controls that are explained and demonstrated in the following paragraph.
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3.2.2.
Controls and Displays

FREE TEXT WINDOW
Figure 3-4 displays an example of a Free Text Window. To use this element, simply type the required value into the window.
Figure 3-4: Free Text window
DROP DOWN MENU

Figure 3-4 displays an example of a Drop Down Menu. To use this element, simply click the triangle-shaped Down-arrow, and select the required value from the list of options that appears.
Figure 3-5: Drop Down Menu
SUBMIT BUTTON
The Submit Button is situated at the bottom of the Web Management interface window. This button physically sets the IRD-2900s configuration according to the parameter values that were selected/inserted in the current control screen. Figure 3-6 displays the Submit button.
Figure 3-6: Submit Button
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REFRESH BUTTON
The Refresh Button is situated at the bottom of the Web Management interface window. This button displays the actual values of the current screens parameters, queried directly from the IRD-2900. Figure 3-7 displays the Refresh button.
Figure 3-7: Refresh Button
WEB-BROWSERS ADDRESS BAR

Figure 3-8 displays an example of a Web-Browsers address bar. The address bar is responsible for providing the Web browser access to the IRD-2900s Web Management interface.
Figure 3-8: Web-Browsers Address Bar
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NAVIGATION MENU TREE

The Navigation Menu Tree displays a root menu to the IRD Configuration and Status menus. This element in the IRD-2900 Web Management interface is of great importance to the operator. It fulfills two major purposes: 1. An easy-to-use navigation tool, for navigating between all of the IRD-2900 control menus. 2. A highly informative tree-diagram that makes orientation within the IRD2900 control menus as easy as can be. Figure 3-9 is an example of a Navigation Menu Tree
Figure 3-9: Navigation Menu Tree
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Chapter 4
IRD OPERATION AND MANAGEMENT

4.1. GENERAL
This chapter provides an encompassing description of controlling the IRD-2900 through its Front Panel, and Web Management interfaces. The Front Panel control interface contains all the existing IRD-2900 control parameters, while the Web Management interface allows easy access to the same parameters from a remote computer. Therefore the description of these two interfaces is interlaced, and brought together in this chapter.
4.2.
PRESET MENU
The IRD Preset main menu will be supported in future software releases.
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User Manual IRD Operation and Management
4.3.
CONFIGURATION MENU
The IRD Configuration Menu allows configuring parameters, including general operating, control, and setup procedures. To access the Configuration Menu, select the Configuration option in the Root Menu (navigate vertically by using the [Up]/[Down] arrow keys, and select by pressing [Enter]).
Root Preset 2 Configuration 3 Status

1
The Configuration Menu is displayed in the following menu navigation screen (eight selectable items):
Configuration Receiver 2 Stream 3 Service 4 Video

1
1-2
Audio 6 Data 7 Conditional Access 8 Unit

5
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Figure 4-1 displays a tree diagram of the IRD Configuration menu.
IRD-2900 Root
Receiver
Stream
Service
Video
Audio
Data
Conditional Access
Unit
Figure 4-1: IRD Configuration Main Menu
NOTE
The IRD-2900 can support either IP or QPSK receiving modules. The configuration menu structure changes in accordance to each of these available module options.
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4.3.1.
Receiver Module Configuration Menu

The IRD-2900 series is provided with a wide range of TS interface options. The Receiver Configuration Menu provides access to the relevant receiver module. The following input interface options are supported by the IRD-2900:
1. QPSK RECEIVER CONFIGURATION MENU

The QPSK Receiver Configuration menu is used for configuring the QPSK receiver parameters for tuning the IRD to the required Transport Stream. This menu provides configuration options for the QPSK modulated input signal. It is available only in an IRD-2900 equipped with a Satellite QPSK Receiver Front-End Module. For details, see Paragraph 4.3.1.1
2. IP RECEIVER CONFIGURATION MENU:

The IP Receiver Configuration menu is used for configuring the MPEG-over-IP interface, defining IP connectivity and Transport Stream parameter values. This menu provides configuration options for parameters used for defining IP-network connectivity parameters for the IRD device and the source Transport Stream. It is available only in an IRD-2900 equipped with an IP front-end module. For details, see Paragraph 4.3.1.2.
4.3.1.1.
QPSK Receiver Configuration Menu

The QPSK Receiver Configuration Menu is available only when a QPSK card is installed in the IRD. The QPSK Receiver Configuration Menu contains the following parameters, used to tune the receiver to the input signal: Frequency Satellite transponder frequency. Can be acquired from satellite transponder information. Symbol Rate Can be acquired from satellite transponder information. Viterbi Rate Can be detected automatically or acquired from satellite transponder information. Spectral Inversion Can be detected automatically or acquired from satellite transponder information. Horizontal and Vertical Polarization Can be acquired from satellite transponder information. LNB L.O. type Can be acquired in accordance to the frequency range and antenna installation. Freq Range possible frequency ranges: Ku-Band, C-Band, or L-Band
NOTE
The LNB local oscillator (L.O.) Frequency parameter is activated when the Ku/C-Band is selected.
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To access the QPSK Receiver Configuration Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Receiver The following figure illustrates the QPSK Receiver configuration menu:
Receiver
01 02 03 04
1-2-1
Frequency Symbol Rate Viterbi Rate Spectral Inversion
1.068000 [GHz] 29.818000 [Mbaud] AUTOMATIC AUTOMATIC
05 06 07 08 09 10 11
LNB Power Supply LNB 22 KHz Freq Drift Compensate LNB L.O. Frequency LNB L.O. Type Frequency Range Frequency Band Scan
18V (HORIZONTAL) OFF (Low Band) OFF 09.750000[GHz] UNIVERSAL <9.75,... L BAND OFF
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Figure 4-2 displays the corresponding Web Management window.
Figure 4-2: QPSK Receiver Parameters Menu
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The following paragraphs describe the QPSK Receiver Configuration options.
FREQUENCY SETUP
The Frequency parameter must be set in accordance with the required satellite transponder frequency. The frequency can be acquired from the satellite transponder information.
Frequency 1.068000 [GHz] <0.950000 - 2.150000>

In this example, the valid frequency range is between 0.95 and 2.15GHz. Valid frequency range varies according to the selected Band (see Table 4-1). Table 4-1: Band Frequency Range
BAND
Ku-Band C-Band L-Band
MINIMUM FREQUENCY
10.700000GHz 3.200000GHz 0.950000GHz
MAXIMUM FREQUENCY
12.750000GHz 4.200000GHz 2.150000GHz
SYMBOL RATE SETUP

The Symbol Rate parameter must be set in accordance with the satellite transponder symbol rate. The Symbol Rate value can be acquired from the satellite transponder information or can be calculated, with the bit rate information.
Symbol Rate 29.818000 [Mbaud] <01.000000 45.000000>

Valid Rate Range is between 01.000000 and 45.000000Mbaud.
NOTE
It is important to input the accurate Symbol Rate down to the sixth digit after the decimal point.
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VITERBI SETUP
The Viterbi Rate parameter sets the Viterbi error correction rate value. The Viterbi parameter can be acquired from the satellite transponder information or can be set to automatic. When set to automatic mode, the IRD-2900 device tries all Viterbi rates until locking the rate to the transport stream.
1 2 3 4
Viterbi Rate AUTOMATIC 1/2 2/3 3/4
5 6
5/6 7/8
Possible options are: Automatic 1/2 2/3 3/4 5/6 7/8
NOTE
If the specific Viterbi rate is not provided, selecting the Automatic option enables the IRD to automatically detect the Viterbi rate.
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Figure 4-3: QPSK Receiver Parameters Viterbi Rate
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SPECTRAL INVERSION SETUP

The Spectral Inversion parameter sets the spectral mode of operation. This parameter is configured according to the information provided from the broadcast head-end or can be set to automatic. When set to automatic mode, the IRD-2900 tries the two spectral modes until obtaining synchronization.
1 2 3
Spectral Inversion AUTOMATIC INVERTED NORMAL

Possible options are: Automatic Automatically selects between Normal and Inverted spectral mode Inverted Inverted spectral mode Normal Normal spectral mode Figure 4-4 displays the corresponding Web Management window.
Figure 4-4: QPSK Receiver Parameters Spectral Inversion
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LNB POWER SUPPLY SETUP

The IRD sets the polarization of the receiving antenna by providing different voltage levels to the LNB, 13v for vertical polarization and 18v for horizontal polarization. The polarization of the receiving antenna is determined according to the polarity of the satellite transponder.
1 2 3
LNB Power Supply 13V (VERTICAL) 18V (HORIZONTAL) OFF

Possible options are: OFF: No voltage is supplied to the LNB. Use this option either when cascading IRDs using the loop-through connector on the QPSK interface or when this voltage is supplied to the LNB by external source. 13V (Vertical) Vertical polarization 18V (Horizontal) Horizontal polarization Figure 4-5 displays the corresponding Web Management window.
Figure 4-5: QPSK Receiver Parameters LNB Power Supply
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LNB 22 KHZ SETUP

The receiver controls the LNB band by sending a 22KHz signal. When the signal is sent, the LNB uses its High Band Local Oscillator (L.O.). When the signal is not sent, the LNB uses its Low Band L.O. The local oscillator is used to convert the signal from Ku-Band or C-Band to L-Band. Two local oscillators exist one for each band to leverage full spectrum.
1 2
LNB 22 KHz OFF (Low Band) ON (High Band)
Possible options are: OFF Low band L.O. ON High band L.O.
Figure 4-6: QPSK Receiver Parameters LNB 22KHz
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FREQ DRIFT COMPENSATE SETUP:
This option enables or disables the frequency drift compensation function. When frequency drift compensate mode is enabled, the IRD tracks frequency drifts that are caused by a drift in the LNB L.O. and caused by environmental changes.
Freq Drift Compensate

1 2
OFF ON
Possible options are: OFF ON
LNB L.O. TYPE SETUP

The LNB L.O. type parameter defines the LNB oscillator type in use. Two standards are generally used: Universal and Wide Band. In addition, the oscillator value can be manually configured. The LNB L.O. type can be acquired from satellite transponder information. Most satellites use the Universal type of L.O. unless specified otherwise.
NOTE
Manual configuration of the oscillator frequency is rarely used and is intended for advanced users only.
1 2 3 4
LNB L.O. Type UNIVERSAL (9.75,10.6) WIDE BAND (9.75,10.75) Ku BAND C BAND
DiSEqC (9.75, 10.6)

Possible options are: Universal (9.75,10.6) Defines LNB universal L.O. type Wide Band (9.75, 10.75) Defines LNB wide band L.O. type Ku-Band Defines Ku-Band LNB L.O. type C-Band Defines C-Band LNB L.O. type DiSEqC (9.75, 10.75)
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Figure 4-7: QPSK Receiver Parameters LNB L.O. Type
NOTE
When selecting the Ku-Band or the C-Band, you must manually set the L.O. frequency (see the following Section I in this chapter).
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LNB L.O. FREQUENCY SETUP

The LNB L.O. Frequency parameter defines the down converting frequency. The carrier is converted from either Ku Band or C Band to L Band. The LNB L.O. frequency parameter is displayed when the Ku or C-Band is entered from the LNB L.O. type menu. This is used by the IRD to tune the input filters to the incoming signal frequency.
LNB L.O. Frequency 09.750000 [GHz] <09.000000 - 20.000000>

Valid LNB L.O. 20.000000GHz frequency range is between 9.000000 and
NOTE
The LNB L.O. frequency range changes in accordance with the band type: Ku-Band L.O. frequency range, 9.000000 20.000000 C-Band L.O. frequency range, 5.000000 6.000000
FREQUENCY RANGE SETUP

The Frequency Range parameter defines the input frequency band: Ku-Band, C-Band, or L-Band. This parameter affects the displayed frequencies and ranges of the IRD QPSK receiver parameters.
Frequency Range
1 2 3
L BAND Ku BAND C BAND

Possible options are: L-Band Receiving in the L-Band frequency range Ku-Band Receiving in the Ku-Band frequency range C-Band Receiving in the C-Band frequency range
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Figure 4-8: QPSK Receiver Parameters Frequency Range
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FREQUENCY BAND SCAN COMMAND:

The Frequency Band Scan Command allows scanning the selected frequency range if the frequency is unknown. The symbol rate must be known and set in the IRD. The IRD scan the frequency range, while seeking a valid DVB stream. Upon locating a valid DVB stream, the IRD marks the located frequency and service name. Results output either to the RS-232 port (terminal) or Telnet. The following figure displays the Frequency Band Scan Screen
NOTE
The IRD scans only the L-band frequency range. Located frequencies are shown in L-Band and must be modified for the relevant frequency value if they are tuned to either C-band or Ku-band.
Frequency Band Scan

1 2
OFF ON
Possible options are: OFF Frequency scan is disabled ON Frequency scan is enabled
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Figure 4-9: QPSK Receiver Parameters Frequency Band Scan
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4.3.1.2.
IP Receiver Configuration Menu

The IP Receiver Configuration Menu is available only when an IP receiver card is installed in the IRD.
NOTE
Make sure all switches and routers are IGMPv2 enabled and that all transport stream sources have unique multicast IP addresses.
The IP Receiver Configuration Menu contains parameters that are used for connecting the IRD to the IP network for connecting to a relevant TS source. Figure 4-10 displays a tree diagram of the IP Receiver Configuration Menu.
IRD-2900 Root
Receiver
IP Address
IP Address
Operational Input
Subnet Mask
Subnet Mask
Failover Delay
Default Gateway
Default Gateway
Source IP Address
Source IP Address
UDP Port
UDP Port
Figure 4-10: IP Receiver Configuration Menu
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NOTE
When IP data (IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway etc.) configuration is not done properly, a Front-End Warning IP Configuration Error appears on the IRDs LCD. Operator must make sure all parameter values were set in accordance with IP standards.
To access the IP Receiver Configuration Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Receiver. The following figure illustrates the IP Receiver configuration menu:
Receiver MPEGoIP Input 1 2 MPEGoIP Input 2 3 General

1
1-2-1
The following paragraphs describe the IP Receiver menu items.
MPEGOIP INPUT 1 (OR 2i) MPEGoIP Input 1

1 2 3 4 1-2-1-1
IP Address Network Mask Default Gateway Source IP Address
195.025.000.035 255.255.255.000 195.025.000.001 224.010.010.010
UDP Port
02000
In a Dual Input device, the MPEGoIP Input 2 menu exists, and is identical
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Figure 4-11: MPEG Over IP Input # Parameters
NOTE
All Web Management Figures that describe the IRD IP parameters were taken from a Dual Input device. The number of inputs can be easily deduced by looking at the IRDs Web Menu Tree. Notice the parameter duality throughout the tree (e.g. Video2, VBI2, and Audio3 and Audio4 correspond with MPEGoIP Input 2).
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IP ADDRESS
The IP Address parameter defines the IP interface IP address.
IP Address 191.025.000.035
The value in each field must be a number between 0 and 255.
NETWORK MASK Network Mask 255.255.255.000
DEFAULT GATEWAY
The Default Gateway parameter defines the network default gateway address. This is the address of a local IP router on the same network as the IRD-2900 that is used to forward traffic beyond the local network.
Default Gateway 195.025.000.001
SOURCE IP ADDRESS
The Source IP Address parameter defines the transport stream IP address. IP address could be either Unicast or Multicast.
Subnet MasSource IP Addressk 255.255.255.000
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NOTE
The above parameters (IP Address, Network Mask, Default Gateway, Source IP Address) all appear on the same Web page within the Web Management interface (See Figure 4-11). This helps in configuring IP definitions correctly, and easily.
UDP PORT
The UDP Port parameter defines the port number of the transport stream source.
UDP Port 02000 <00000 - 65535>

Valid UDP port number is between 0 and 65535.
GENERAL General
1 2 1-2-1-3
Operational Input Failover Delay
01 00000[mSec]
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Figure 4-12: General Parameters
OPERATIONAL INPUT
The Operational Input parameter defines and activates the primary port.
Operational Input 01 <01 - 02>

Acceptable values are 01 and 02. Figure 4-13 displays the corresponding Web Management window.
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Figure 4-13 General Parameters Operational Input
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FAILOVER DELAY
When a failure occurs The Failover Delay parameter defines the amount of time in mSec before switching to the redundant port.
Failover Delay 00000 [mSec] <00000 - 20000>

Valid range is between 0 and 20000msec.
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4.3.2.
Stream Configuration Menu

To access the Stream Configuration Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Stream. Figure 4-14 displays a tree diagram of the Stream Configuration Menu.
IRD-2900 Root
Stream
Source
Type
Rate Range
ASI Output Source
27MHz
Synchronization
Figure 4-14: Stream Configuration Menu
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The following figure illustrates the Stream configuration menu:
Stream
1 2 3 4
1-2-2
Source Type ASI Input-Rate Range ASI Output Source
FRONT-END (QPSK) DVB UPTO 72Mb/s AFTER DECRYPTION
27MHz Synchronization
STREAM PCR
Figure 4-15: Stream Parameters (QPSK)
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NOTE
All the following Stream Parameters Web Management screens are examples taken from a QPSK device. In case an IP receiver is installed in the IRD-2900, the only visible change in the Stream Parameters window is in the Decoder Stream parameter (see Figure 4-17; notice Front-End (IP) in the drop down menu, which replaces Front-End (QPSK)). All other Stream Parameters options remain the same.
Figure 4-16: Stream Parameters Decoder Stream Source (IP)
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The following paragraphs describe the Stream Configuration parameters.
DECODER STREAM SOURCE

The IRD supports a wide range of optional input interfaces, allowing the IRD to receive input streams from different sources. The Decoder Stream Source parameter defines the input stream source. When a QPSK receiver is active in the IRD, the following menu is displayed:
1 2 3 4
Decoder Stream Source FRONT-END (QPSK) ASI SERIAL RS422 None

When an IP receiver interface is active in the IRD, the following menu appears:
1 2 3 4
Decoder Stream Source FRONT-END (IP) ASI SERIAL RS422 None
NOTE
The Decoder Stream Source screen is dynamic and it changes according to the currently active IRD interface. Possible options are: Front-end (QPSK) (if applicable) Selects the QPSK Receiver Frontend Interface as the source for the input transport stream Front-end (IP) (if applicable) Selects the IP Front-End Interface as the source for the input transport stream ASI Select the ASI digital input as the source for the input transport stream Serial RS422 Selects the RS-422 serial input as the source for the input transport stream
NOTE
Qualified personnel should handle serial RS-422 option only.
None: No input source is selected for the IRD-2900.
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NOTE
When Front-End (IP) is selected, the 27Mhz Synchronization option must be set to FixedValue (see the following Section D in this chapter).
Figure 4-17: Stream Parameters Decoder Stream Source (QPSK)
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ASI INPUT-RATE RANGE

The ASI Input-Rate Range parameter defines the range of the ASI input rates.
1 2 3
ASI Input-Rate Range UPTO 72Mb/s UPTO 108Mb/s ABOVE 108Mb/s

Possible options are: UPTO 72Mb/s Selected when using a CAM for descrambling UPTO 108Mb/s Selected when bypassing the CI ABOVE 108Mb/s Selected when using PID dropping option (PID dropping will be supported in future SW release).
Figure 4-18 displays the corresponding Web Management window (note that this parameter is named Stream Rate Range in the Web Management interface).
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Figure 4-18: Stream Parameters Stream Rate Range
STREAM TYPE
The Stream Type parameter allows choosing between ATSC format and DVB format.
Type
1 2
ATSC DVB
Figure 4-19: Stream Parameters Stream Type
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ASI OUTPUT SOURCE

The ASI Output Source defines the type of output source.
1 2 3
ASI Output Source DECODER SOURCE AFTER DECRYPTION DISABLED

Possible options are: Decoder Source Input stream is directly routed to the ASI output After Decryption Stream traverses the CAM and then is directed to the ASI output Disabled ASI output signal is disabled
Figure 4-20: Stream Parameters ASI Output Source
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27 MHZ SYNCHRONIZATION
The 27 MHz Synchronization Configuration Option defines the synchronization source for the IRD VCXO. The Decoder Synchronization Source is a 27 MHz clock, generated by a Voltage Controlled Cristal Oscillator (VCXO). It is used to synchronize the IRD to the MPEG stream.
1 2 3
27MHz Synchronization STREM PCR FIXED VALUE SYNC/GEN-LOCK

Possible options are: Stream PCR The VCXO is synchronized to the program clock recovered from the PCR data. Fixed Value The VCXO is running in free mode. Sync/Gen-Lock Synchronizes the IRD according to external video signal
NOTE
The VCXO is factory calibrated to a fixed 27 MHz clock.
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Figure 4-21: Stream Parameters 27MHz Synchronization
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4.3.3.
Service Configuration Menu

The Service Configuration Menu contains parameter setups for video and VBI services. Figure 4-22 displays a tree diagram of the Service Configuration Menu.
Figure 4-22: Service Configuration Menu
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To access the Service Configuration Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Service. The following figure illustrates the Service configuration menu:
Service TV1 Select TV2 Select 3 Stand-Alone Select 4 Preferred Language

1 2
1-2-3
PID Select 6 Mapping Port to Service 7 General Configuration

5
The Service Configuration Menu parameters are as follows: TV1 and TV2 Select (if applicable) Enables to assign a service from the incoming TS to a decoder. In the case of a dual decoder, a user can assign two services from the incoming TS, one for each decoder (see Paragraph 4.3.3.1). Stand-Alone This feature will be supported in future software releases. Preferred Language This group contains parameters that define the preferred language (see Paragraph 4.3.3.3). PID Select This group contains parameters that define the PID components in the elementary stream (see Paragraph 4.3.3.4). Mapping Port to Service This group contains parameters that define the port mapping and service components for each elementary stream (see Paragraph 4.3.3.5). General Configuration This group contains parameters that define the response of the IRD to various operational states (see Paragraph 4.3.3.6).
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4.3.3.1.
TV1 Select (and TV2 Select)

The TV1 Select (and TV2 Select in dual decoder IRDs) screen lists the services analyzed from the service descriptor contained in the SDT. The services in the TV1 Select and TV2 Select Configuration are displayed as a four-column table. To access the TV1 Select (and TV2 Select) Table Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Service TV1 Select (or TV2 Select). The following figure illustrates the TV1 Select (and TV2 Select) menu:
Name 1 PROGRAM 2 PROGRAM 3 PROGRAM 4 PROGRAM
1 2 3 4
ID 000A 0046 0050 01F7
Type TV TV TV TV
Mode FTA FTA CAS CAS
The table headers are as follows: a. Name Service name b. ID Service identification (ID) c. TYPE The service type. Options: TV, Radio, TLTX, NVOD, MOSAIC, PAL, SECAM, MAC, FM, NTSC, and Data.
d. MODE Indicates if the service is encrypted (CAS) or free to air (FTA). Selecting a service from the TV1 and TV2 Table displays the following Service Information table screen relevant to the selected service:
TYPE 1 PCR 2 Video 3 Audio 4 Vbi
PID 1262 1262 1273 1269
Port PCR1 Video1 English-eng AUDIO101 691.Swedish-swe VBI1
Description
The following paragraphs describe possible types elementary streams.
PCR
The PCR elementary stream is a read only parameter.
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VIDEO
The following figure displays the TV1 Video screen:
Video
1 2
None Video1
The following figure displays the TV2 Video screen:
Video
1 2
None Video2
Possible options are: None Video 1 (or Video 2 correspondingly) is not assigned to this Service. Video 1 (or Video 2) Video 1 (or Video 2 correspondingly) is assigned to the Service.
AUDIO
The following figure displays the TV1 Audio screen:
Audio
1 2
None Audio1 Audio2

The following figure displays the TV2 Audio screen:
Audio
1 2
None Audio3 Audio4

Possible options are: None No Audio is assigned to this Service. Audio 1 (and Audio 3 correspondingly) Audio 1 (or Audio 3 correspondingly) is assigned to the Service. Audio 2 (and Audio 4 correspondingly) - Audio 2 (or Audio 4 correspondingly) is assigned to the Service.
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VBI
The IRD-2900 series supports decoding and displaying Teletext Subtitling graphics (according to DVB VBI standard EN 301 775, which specifies EBU Teletext subtitling data, used for language translation). Differently from DVB subtitling, Teletext Subtitling requires the decoder to have the ability to create appropriate language fonts. The IRD-2900 has the following Teletext Subtitling fonts installed: English, English Old German Italian French Portuguese, Spanish Dutch, Finnish, Swedish Norwegian, Danish
Assigning a VBI to a Service through this menu allows adding Teletext Subtitles to that Service (for this purpose, the selected VBI PID must contain Teletext Subtitling Data). When choosing Teletext Subtitling here, operator must also enable TLTX Subtitle Mode. For enabling TLTX Subtitle Mode see paragraph 4.3.4.3. The following figure displays the TV1 VBI screen:
Vbi
1 2
None Vbi1
The following figure displays the TV2 VBI screen:
Vbi
1 2
None Vbi2
Possible options are: None This VBI PID is not assigned to the Service. VBI 1 (and VBI 2 correspondingly) correspondingly) is assigned to this Service. VBI 1 (or VBI 2
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4.3.3.2.
Stand-Alone Select
This feature will be supported in future software release.
4.3.3.3.
Preferred Language
The Preferred Language Edit Menu screen lists the audio channels available for the received services. To access the Preferred Language Edit Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Service Preferred Language.
Preferred Language
1 2 3 4
1-2-3-4
Audio 1 Audio 2 Audio 3 Audio 4
ALL LANGUAGES English Old-ang Romanian - ron Zuylu - zul
05 06 07 08
Vbi 1 Vbi 2 Subtitling 1 Subtitling 2
1073 101F 1073 001F
NOTE
The number of audio channels provided in the Preferred Languages Menu is dynamic and is determined by the IRD-2900 model. Audio 3 and Audio 4 channels are available in dual decoders, IRD-2980, and IRD 2981 models only.
The operator can assign a preferred language to each of the Audio channels, as well as to the available VBIs and Subtitling.
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Selecting one of the mentioned options displays a Select Value screen that lists the following available languages: 01. ALL Languages 02. Albanian - alb 03. English Old - ang 04. Arabic - ara. 05. Armenian - arm. 06. Byelorussian - bel. 07. Bulgarian - bul. 08. Chechen - che 09. Chinese - chi 10. Check - cze 11. Danish - dan 12. German - deu 13. Dutch - dut 14. Egyptian - egy 15. English - eng 16. Spanish - esl 17. Finnish - fin 18. French - fra 19. French - fre 20. Gaelic - gae 21. German - ger 22. Greek Modern - gre 23. Hebrew - heb 24. Hindi - hin 25. Hungarian - hun 26. Indonesian - ind 27. Irish - iri 28. Italian - ita 29. Japanese - jpn 30. Latin - lat 31. Macedonian - mac 32. Miscellaneous - mis 33. Multiple - mul 34. Norvegian - nor 35. Turkish - ota 36. Persian - per 37. Polish - pol 38. Portuguese - por 39. Romany - rom 40. Romanian - ron 41. Russian - rus 42. Spanish - spa 43. Swedish - swe 44. Swedish - swe 45. Tamil -tam 46. Thai - tha 47. Zuylu - zul
NOTE
Option 01. ALL Languages (default) No specific language is selected. The audio language is set according to the Service PID.
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4.3.3.4.
PID Select
This option is intended for advanced users only and should not be used normally. Creating a Service should only be done through Configuration Service TV1 (TV2) Select. The PID Select menu allows operator to assign an ES to an output port directly, without attaching it to a Service. This option can be useful when the PMT is not available or is defective. Before assigning the ES to an output, operator must make sure the new PID entered is correct.
CAUTION
USING THIS CONTROL MENU DISASSOCIATES THE SELECTED ELEMENTARY STREAM FROM ANY SERVICE, AND MAKES IT A STAND ALONE STREAM WITH NO ATTAHCED SYNCHRONIZATION, AND NO OTHER ASSOCIATED SIGNAL. THIS MAY CAUSE VIDEO AND AUDIO ISSUES IF NOT HANDLED PROPERLY. IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT SCOPUS CUSTOMER SUPPORT BEFORE USING THIS CONTROL MENU.
To access the PID Select Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Service PID Select. The following figure illustrates the PID Select menu:
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PID Select
01 02 03 04
1-2-3-4
Pcr1 Pcr2 Video1 Video2
1062 1062 1062 1062
05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14
Audio 1 Audio 2 Audio 3 Audio 4 Vbi 1 Vbi 2 Subtitling 1 Subtitling 2 LS Data RS232 HS Data RS422
Possible options are: Pcr1 Pcr2 (if applicable) Video1 Video2 (if applicable) Audio1 Audio2 Audio3 (if applicable) Audio4 (if applicable) VBI1 VBI2 (if applicable) Subtitling1 Subtitling2 (if applicable) LS Data RS232 HS Data RS422
1073 101F 1073 001F 1064 1069 1069 001F 001F 001F
All PID-Assigning screens are identical in structure and functionality. The only difference is the screen header, which changes according to the chosen port.
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The following figure is an example of a PID Assigning screen, as it appears in the IRD front panel control interface (the selected port in this example is Video1):
Video1 1062 [Hex] <0000 - 1FFF>

Valid range of values is between 0 and 1FFF (Hexadecimal).
NOTES
The IRD-2900 decodes and displays DVB Subtitling according to the DVB-Subtitling Standard ETS 300 743. This standard specifies the coding method of subtitles, logos, and other graphical elements for DVB, and the method of carrying them within a DVB Bit Stream. Dual Decoder IRDs can decode two different programs, each with its own subtitling simultaneously.
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4.3.3.5.
Mapping Port to Service

The Mapping Port to Service Menu enables operator to manually map IRD physical ports to Service 1 and to Service 2. The factory default mapping (in dual decoders) is symmetrical. Service 1 is assigned Video1, Audio1, Audio2, VBI1 etc. and Service 2 is assigned Video2, Audio3, Audio4, VBI2, etc. Operator must not change these settings unless they are highly familiar with IRD internal properties.
CAUTION
MAPPING PORT TO SERVICE IS INTENDED FOR ADVANCED USERS ONLY. CHANGING THIS OPTIONS VALUES IS NOT RECOMMENDED. IT IS RECOMMENDED IN ALL CASES TO USE MAPPING PORT TO SERVICE FACTORY DEFAULTS.
To access the Mapping Port to Service Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Service Mapping Port to Service Menu.
The following figure illustrates the Mapping Port to Service Menu:
Mapping Port to Service

01 02 03 04
1-2-3-6
Pcr1 Pcr2 Video1 Video2
TV1 TV2 TV1 TV2
05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14
Audio 1 Audio 2 Audio 3 Audio 4 Vbi 1 Vbi 2 Subtitling 1 Subtitling 2 LS Data RS232 HS Data RS422
TV1 TV1 TV2 TV2 TV1 TV1 STAND ALONE STAND ALONE TV1 STAND ALONE
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Possible options are: Pcr1 Pcr2 (if applicable) Video1 Video2 (if applicable) Audio1 Audio2 Audio3 (if applicable) Audio4 (if applicable) VBI1 VBI2 (if applicable) Subtitling1 Subtitling2 (if applicable) LS Data RS232 HS Data RS422 IP Data
Selecting a service from the Mapping Port To Service Configuration Edit Menu screen displays the following Select Value screen. It allows you to view and set the port for the selected service:
1 2 3
PCR1 STAND ALONE TV1 TV2
A. Top Line Displays the PID name selected for setup B. Next Two Lines Displays the options available for the parameter Possible options are: Stand Alone This mode indicates that you can assign the elementary stream PID. In this mode, the elementary stream is independent of the services selected for decoder#1 and decoder#2. TV1 This mode indicates that the elementary stream is related to the service assigned to decoder#1. TV2 This mode indicates that the elementary stream is related to the service assigned to decoder#2.
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4.3.3.6.
General Configuration
The General Configuration Menu enables you to configure IRD behavior when locking to a signal. To access the General Configuration Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Service General Configuration. The following figure illustrates the General Configuration menu:
General Configuration
1
1-2-3-7
Service Strategy
AUTO. Call 1st'.
SERVICE STRATEGY
The Service Strategy parameter sets the IRD-2900 response to changes in tables or when receiving a new TS.
1 2
Service Strategy AUTO. CALL 1st ACTIVE WAIT FOR USER SELECT
a. Top Line Displays the name of the Edit Menu b. Next Two Lines Displays the options available for the parameter AUTO. Call 1st Active The IRD locks to the first active service located. Wait for User Select The IRD waits for user input to select a service.
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In the Web Management interface, the only available Service configuration menu is TV1 Select (and TV2 Select if in a dual channel device), displayed in Figure 4-23.
Figure 4-23: Service TV # Select
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Figure 4-24 displays an example of the Available Services drop down menu
Figure 4-24: Service TV # Select Available Services
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4.3.4.
Video Configuration Menu

The Video Configuration Menu contains parameters that set the video decoder mode of operation. Figure 4-25 displays a tree diagram of the Video Configuration Menu.
IRD-2900 Root
Video
Figure 4-25: Video Configuration Menu
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NOTE
The number of Video Channel Configurations (as well as the VBI) provided in the Video Configuration menu is dynamic and is determined by the IRD-2900 model.
To access the Video Configuration Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Video. The following figure illustrates the Video menu:
Video Video 1 2 Vbi 1 3 Osd 1 4 Video 2

1
1-2-4
5 6
Vbi 2 Osd 2
The Video Configuration parameters are as follows: Video 1 This group contains parameters that define the format, lip-sync mode and STC-PCR delay parameters for the video stream for a signal to decoder #1. For details on the Video 1 Parameter, see Paragraph 4.3.4.1. VBI 1 This group contains parameters that define VBI functioning for Decoder #1. For details on the VBI 1 Parameter, see Paragraph 4.3.4.2. OSD 1 This group contains parameters that define OSD functioning for Decoder #1. Video 2 (if available) This group contains parameters that define the format, lip-sync mode and STC-PCR delay parameters for the video stream for a signal to decoder #2. For details on the Video 2 Parameter, see Paragraph 4.3.4.1. VBI 2 (if available) This group contains parameters that define VBI functioning for the IRD Decoder #2. For details on the VBI 2 Parameter, see Paragraph 4.3.4.2. OSD 2 (if available) This group contains parameters that define OSD functioning for Decoder #2.
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NOTE
In the Web Management interface, to select between Video1 and Video2 (and VBI1 and VBI2) simply click the required link in the Navigation Menu Tree (see Figure 4-26).
4.3.4.1.
Video 1 and Video 2 Configuration Options

The Video 1 and Video 2 Menu contains parameters for Video 1 and Video 2 (if applicable). These menus are entered from the IRD Video Configuration Menu (see Paragraph 4.3.4). The following figure displays the Video 1 and Video 2 menu:
Video #
1 2 3 4
1-2-4-1
Format Interpolation Monitor Aspect-Ratio Lip-sync Mode
PAL BG PAN-SCAN 4:3 STANDARD LOCK
STC-PCR Delay
Possible options are: Format Interpolation Monitor Aspect-Ratio Lip-sync Mode STC-PCR Delay Blanking Mode
040 [mSec] Black
6 Blanking Mode
NOTE
After selecting an option under the Video # menu, the front panel returns to the Video # menu and displays the current selection.
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Figure 4-26: Video # Parameters
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The following paragraphs describe Video Configuration options.
FORMAT
The Format parameter selects the format of the video signal.
1 2 3 4
Format NTSC (SETUP ON) NTSC (SETUP OFF) PAL M PAL BG PAL D PAL N SECAM RUSSIAN SECAM
Possible options are: NTSC, PAL M, PAL BG, PAL D, PAL N, SECAM, RUSSIAN SECAM.
5 6 7 8
Figure 4-27: Video # Parameters - Format
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INTERPOLATION
The Interpolation parameter sets the re-sampling method of the image (should be set in respect to the Aspect Ratio parameter setting, and according to the actual aspect ratio of the received video signal)
NOTE
See 0Appendix B for extensive description of how Interpolation configuration affects the resulting image.
Interpolation
1 2 3
PAN-SCAN LETTER-BOX PASS-THRU

Possible options are: Pan-Scan Set interpolation to Pan & Scan Letter-Box Set interpolation to Letter-Box Pass-Thru No interpolation takes place.
Figure 4-28: Video # Parameters - Interpolation
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MONITOR ASPECT-RATIO
This parameter sets the intended image aspect ratio. It is used along with Interpolation to determine the desired Aspect Ratio Conversion.
NOTE
See 0Appendix B for extensive description of how Monitor Aspect-Ratio configuration affects the resulting image.
1 2 3 4
Monitor Aspect-Ratio VIDEO Source 16:9 16:9 Box 4:3 14:9 14:9 Box
Possible options are: VIDEO Source Monitor aspect ratio is determined by the video sequence 16:9 Monitor aspect ratio is set to 16:9 16:9 Box Monitor aspect ratio is set to 16:9 with letter-box 4:3 Monitor aspect ratio is set to 4:3 14:9 This option will be supported in future IRD versions. 14:9 Box This option will be supported in future IRD versions.
5 6
NOTE
The option VIDEO Source should not be chosen along with choosing TV MONITOR under Configuration Video VBI 1 / 2 WSS, since the two A/R may contradict each other and cause unexpected results.
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Figure 4-29: Video # Parameters Monitor Aspect Ratio
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LIP-SYNC MODE
The Lip-sync parameter selects the IRD lip-sync mode of operation.
1 2 3 4
Lip-sync Mode STANDARD LOCK 2mSec LOCK (ONCE) 2mSec LOCK (NO DRIFT) OFF
Possible options are: Standard Delay Standard sync of video and audio data within 40mSec 2msec DELAY (ONCE) Sync audio to video within 2 mSec. In this mode, the IRD synchronize the audio to the video only once, monitoring audio sync to video stops. Only IRD-2980 and IRD-2981 Audio 3 and Audio 4 support this feature. 2msec DELAY (NO DRIFT) Sync audio to video within 2 mSec. In this mode, the IRD continuously monitor the audio sync to video to maintain synchronization within 2 mSec. Only IRD-2980 and IRD2981 Audio 3 and Audio 4 support this feature. OFF No Lip-Sync
Figure 4-30: Video # Parameters Lip-Sync Mode
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STC-PCR DELAY
The STC PCR Delay parameter sets the delay between the System Time Clock (STC) and the IRD clock. The IRD clock is recovered from PCR data to compensate for: Delay between STC and PCR Correctly processing the Presentation Time Setup (PTS) Preventing a buffer underflow
STC-PCR DELAY 040 [mSec] <000 - 200>

Available delay range is a number from 0 to 200 mSec.
NOTE
In the Web Management interface, set the STC PCR Delay by typing the required delay (in Milliseconds) into the parameters free text window.
BLANKING MODE
The Blanking Mode parameter sets the display mode of a service when reception stops.
Blanking Mode
1 2 3 4
Black Last Field Last Frame 75% BAR Null

Possible options are: Black video output signal is a black screen Last Field video-output signal is the last field displayed Last Frame video output signal is the last frame displayed 75% BAR video output signal is a colour-bar display Null video outputs shut down no output signal
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Figure 4-31: Video # Parameters Blanking Mode
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4.3.4.2.
VBI 1 and VBI 2

The VBI 1 (and VBI 2 in dual decoder IRDs) Menu contains all VBI (Vertical Blanking Interval) parameters that are available through the IRD. To access the VBI 1 and VBI 2 Menus in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Video Vbi1 (or Vbi2). The following figure illustrates the VBI configuration menu:
CC AMOL 3 VITS 4 VITC

1 2
Vbi # (Close Captioning) (Automated Measurements Of Line-ups) (Vertical Interval Test Signals) (Vertical Interval Time Code) (Wide Screen Signaling) (Teletext-EBU) (Video Programme System) (Sound Mode Control)
1-2-4-2
WSS 6 TTX 7 VPS 8 SMC

5
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Figure 4-32: VBI # Parameters The following paragraphs describe the VBI Configuration options.
CC (CLOSED CAPTION) PARAMETER

When the Closed Caption (CC) VBI parameter is selected, the following screen is displayed:
CC Source 2 Line1
1
1-2-4-2-1
DISABLE 21
When selecting the Source option, the following screen is displayed:
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1 2 3 4
Source DISABLE E.S (EN-301-775) DVB VIDEO VIDEO (ATSC A/53)

Possible options are: DISABLED CC is disabled. E.S (EN-301-775) The IRD complies with the DVB EN 301-775 CC standard. VIDEO The IRD automatically detects which CC standard exists in the transport stream. The IRD supports the following CC standards: - CCube standard - Harmonic Divicom standard - ATSC DVS-53 (Rev 57) EIA 608 - ATSC DVS-53 (Rev 57) caption type 4 - GI DVS-157 VIDEO (ATSC A/53) The IRD automatically detects which CC standard exists in the transport stream starting with the ATSC standard. The IRD supports the following CC standards: - CCube standard - Harmonic Divicom standard - ATSC DVS-53 (Rev 57) EIA 608 - ATSC DVS-53 (Rev 57) caption type 4 - GI DVS-157
NOTE
CC is re-inserted to line 21, thus this parameter is not editable.
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AMOL (AUTOMATIC MEASUREMENTS OF LINE-UPS)

When the Automatic Measurements Of Line-ups (AMOL) VBI parameter is selected, the following screen is displayed:
AMOL Source 2 Line1 3 Line2

1
1-2-4-2-2
Disable 20 22
1 2
Source DISABLE E.S (EN-301-775)
Possible options are: Disabled AMOL is disabled. E.S (EN-301-775) The IRD complies with DVB EN 301-775 AMOL standard.
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Figure 4-33: VBI # Parameters CC (Closed Captioning)
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VITS (VERTICAL INTERVAL TEST SIGNALS) PARAMETER

The IRD-2900 supports 10 different VITS signals: 4 signals for PAL, 2 signals for NTSC and 4 signals for SECAM and Russian SECAM. The VITS signals are automatically selected according to the selected video format (PAL, TSC or SECAM/R.SECAM). The PAL and NTSC VITS signals are in accordance with ITU-T J.63 standard: PAL: Lines 17, 18, 330, 331 NTSC: Line 17 Field 1, Line 17 Field 2 SECAM/R.SECAM: Lines 17, 18, 330, 331 When working in PAL or SECAM/R.SECAM video format, the user can select two lines. The factory setting is to Line 1: 17 and Line 2: 18. In this case, the IRD-2900 will re-insert the VITS signals automatically to lines 17, 18, 330, 331. In the case of selecting different line numbers for VITS, the IRD-2900 calculates the new line numbers in which to re-insert the VITS signals. For example, changing Line 2 to 19 (instead of 18) will result in VITS signals re-inserted to lines: 17, 19, 330, 332. When the VBI Vertical Interval Test Signals (VITS) parameter is selected, the following screen is displayed:
VITS
1 2 3
1-2-4-2-3
Source Line1 Line2
INTERNAL 17 18
Source
1 2
DISABLE INTERNAL
Possible options are: DISABLED VITS is disabled. INTERNAL The IRD inserts the VITS signal in accordance with ITU-T standard J. 63.
When selecting the Line 1 option, the following screen is displayed:
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Line1 17 <00 - 23>

Line2 18 <00 - 23>

The VITS signal is inserted differently if using PAL or NTSC. When selecting PAL, VITS signals are inserted to lines 17 and 18 and to lines 330 and 331. When selecting NTSC, VITS signals are inserted to line 17field 1 and line 17-field 2. The IRD enables the insertion of VITS signals to lines 17 and 18 as well as to any other line between 0 and 23.
NOTE
In Russian SECAM format, there are special VITS signals, different in their format from PAL VITS. The Russian SECAM VITS are inserted in lines 17 and 18, and in lines 330, and 331. Only the IRD-2960, IRD-2961, and IRD-2990 support special Russian SECAM VITS
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Figure 4-34: VBI # Parameters VITS (Vertical Interval Test Signal)
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VITC (VERTICAL INTERVAL TIME CODE) PARAMETER

When the Vertical Interval Time Code (VITC) VBI parameter is selected, the following screen is displayed:
VITC
1 2 3
1-2-4-2-4
Source Line1 Line2
DISABLE 12 14
Source
1 2 3
DISABLE INTERNAL VIDEO

Possible options are: Disabled VITC is disabled. Internal The IRD re-inserts the IRD uptime.
Video The IRD re-inserts the VITC signal as included in the transport stream. When selecting the Line 1 option, the following screen is displayed:
Line1 12 <00 - 23>

Line2 14 <00 - 23>

The IRD allows inserting VITC to any line between 0 and 23.
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Figure 4-35: VBI # Parameters VITC (Vertical Interval Time Code)
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WSS (WIDE-SCREEN SIGNALLING) PARAMETER

Selecting Wide-Screen Signaling (WSS) displays the following screen:
WSS
1 2
1-2-4-2-5
Source Line1
Selecting Source, displays the following screen:
E.S (EN-301-775) 23
Source
1 2 3 4
DISABLE TV MONITOR E.S (EN-301-775) VIDEO

Possible options are: DISABLE The IRD does not output a WSS signal. TV MONITOR The IRD generates the WSS signal according to the Aspect Ratio value entered by the operator through Root Configuration Video# Monitor Aspect-Ratio (complies with ITU-T standard J. 63).
NOTE
The option TV MONITOR should not be chosen along with choosing VIDEO Source under Configuration Video Video 1 / 2 Monitor Aspect Ratio, since the two A/R may contradict each other and cause unexpected results.
E.S.(EN-301-775) The IRD generates the WSS signal according to the WSS information taken from the VBI Elementary Stream (complies with DVB EN 301-775 WSS standard). VIDEO The IRD generates the WSS signal according to the WSS information taken from the Video Header in the Video Elementary Stream.
NOTE
See Appendix B for extensive description of how WSS configuration affects the resulting image. Selecting Line1, displays the following screen:
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Line1 23 <00 - 23>

The WSS signal can be inserted into a line between 0 and 23.
TTX (TELETEXT-EBU) PARAMETER

When the Teletext-EBU (TTX) VBI parameter is selected, the following screen is displayed:
TTX (Teletext EBU)

1
1-2-4-2-6
Source
DISABLE
Selecting Source displays the following screen:
Source
1 2
DISABLE E.S (EN-301-775)
Possible options are: DISABLE Teletext is disabled. E.S (EN-301-775) The IRD re-inserts the Teletext signal as included in the transport stream in accordance with EN 301-775.
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Figure 4-36: VBI # Parameters TTX (Teletext EBU)
VPS (VIDEO PROGRAM SYSTEM) PARAMETER

When the Video Program System (VPS) VBI parameter is selected, the following screen is displayed:
VPS
1 2
1-2-4-2-7
Source Line1
DISABLE 16
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1 2
Source DISABLE E.S (EN-301-775)
Possible options are: DISABLED VPS is disabled. E.S (EN-301-775) The IRD re-inserts the signal as included in the transport stream in accordance with EN 301-775.
Figure 4-37: VBI # Parameters VPS (Video Program System)
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NOTE
All Line1, Line2 drop down menus are identical in form and in values (0 to 23). An example of Line1 drop down menu is displayed in Figure 4-38. Use scroll bar within the drop down menu to reach hidden values. Then click a numerical value to select it.
Figure 4-38: VBI Parameters Line # Drop Down Menu
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4.3.4.3.
OSD 1 and OSD 2

The OSD 1 and OSD 2 Menu contains parameters for Video 1 and Video 2 (if applicable). These menus are entered from the IRD Video Configuration Menu (see Paragraph 4.3.4). The following figure displays the Video 1 and Video 2 menu:
Osd 1
1 2 3 4
1-2-4-1
Monitor Output Broadcast Output X Position Offset Y Position Offset
ENABLE ENABLE 000 [Pixel] 000 [Pixel]
DVB Subtitle Mode

Possible options are: Monitor Output Broadcast Output X Position Offset Y Position Offset DVB Subtitle Mode TLTX Subtitle Mode
NO PAGE FILTER DISABLE
6 TLTX Subtitle Mode
The following paragraphs describe the OSD 1 and OSD 2 parameters:
MONITOR OUTPUT
Selecting Monitor Output displays the following screen:
Monitor Output
1 2
DISABLE ENABLE
Possible options are: DISABLE Disables Monitor Output (IRD rear panel) ENABLE Enables Monitor Output
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BROADCAST OUTPUT
Selecting Broadcast Output displays the following screen:
Broadcast Output
1 2
DISABLE ENABLE
Possible options are: DISABLE Disables Broadcast Output (IRD rear panel) ENABLE Enables Broadcast Output
X POSITION OFFSET
Selecting X Position Offset displays the following screen:
X Position Offset +000 [Pixel]
<-300 - +300>
This function determines the horizontal offset of the OSD signal. Valid range of values is between (-300) and (+300) pixels
Y POSITION OFFSET
Selecting Y Position Offset displays the following screen:
Y Position Offset +000 [Pixel]
<-300 - +300>
This function determines the vertical offset of the OSD signal. Valid range of values is between (-300) and (+300) pixels
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DVB SUBTITLE MODE

Selecting DVB Subtitle Mode displays the following screen:
1 2 3
DVB Subtitle Mode DISABLE NO PAGE FILTER USE PAGE FILTER

Possible options are: DISABLE Disables DVB Subtitling. NO PAGE FILTER This is the IRD default setting. USE PAGE FILTER Use this option when more than one DVB subtitling pages exist in the OSD PID. The Page Filter identifies the page that contains actual subtitling data.
TLTX SUBTITLE MODE

Selecting TLTX Subtitle Mode displays the following screen:
TLTX Subtitle Mode

1 2
DISABLE ENABLE
Possible options are: DISABLE Disables Teletext Subtitling. ENABLE Enables Teletext Subtitling.
NOTE
When choosing DVB Subtitle Mode, TLTX Subtitle Mode is automatically disabled, and vice versa, since only one set of subtitling is allowed per Program.
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4.3.5.
Audio Configuration Menu

The Audio Configuration Menu contains parameters that define the audio decoder mode of operation. Figure 4-39 displays a tree diagram of the Audio Configuration Menu.
IRD-2900 Root
Audio
Audio #
Decoder Mode
AC3 Operational PassThru Sample Rate
Volume
Analog Output
Analog Mixer
Digital Format
Figure 4-39: Audio Configuration Menu
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NOTE
The number of Audio Channel Configurations provided in the Audio Configuration menu is dynamic and is set by the configuration of the IRD-2900 unit.
To access the Audio Configuration Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Audio. The following figure illustrates the Audio Configuration Menu:
Audio Audio 2 Audio 3 Audio 4 Audio

1
1-2-5
1 2 3 4
Possible options are: Audio 1 Audio 2 Audio 3 (in dual decoder IRDs) Audio 4 (in dual decoder IRDs)
Audios 1 through 4 have identical parameters, and are accessible through identical controls. The following is an example of Audio 1 front panel control screen. Audio 2, 3, and 4 control screens are exactly the same (except for the screen header).
NOTE
Audio1 and Audio2 correspond with Video1, and are always available. Audio3 and Audio4 correspond with Video2, and are available only in dual decoder IRDs.
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4.3.5.1.
Audio 1
To access the Audio 1 Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Audio Audio1. The following figure illustrates the Audio 1 menu:
Audio1#
1 2 3 4
1-2-5-1
Decoder Mode AC3 Downmix Mode AC3 Operational PassThru Sample Rate
MUSICAM 2/0 L,R STEREO LINE OUT MODE 48.0 [KHz]
5 6 7 8
Volume Analog Output Analog Mixer Digital Format

Possible options are: Decoder Mode AC3 Downmix Mode AC3 Operational PassThru Sample Rate Volume Analog Output Analog Mixer Digital Format
00.0 [Db] UNMUTE (PLAY) STEREO (L & R) Professional
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Figure 4-40: Audio # Parameters
NOTES
Digital Format will be supported by the IRD Web Control interface in future SW release. In the Web Management, window, AC3 Downmix Mode, and AC3 Operational Mode are effective only when Dolby AC3 is selected in Decoder Mode In the Web Management, window PassThru Sample Rate is effective only when PassThru is selected in Decoder Mode. Although AC3 Downmix Mode, AC3 Operational Mode, and PassThru Sample Rate parameters can always be accessed in the Audio # Parameters window, they are affective only when their corresponding mode is selected in Decoder Mode.
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The following paragraphs describe the Audio Configuration options.
AUDIO DECODER MODE SETUP

The Audio Decoder mode option allows you to set the following parameters for an Audio channel:
Decoder Mode
1 2 3 4
MUSICAM DOLBY-AC3 AC3 PASSTHRU LINEAR-PCM
AUTOMATIC
This menu controls the decoder audio mode; Possible options are: MUSICAM Sets the audio decoder mode to MUSICAM DOLBY-AC3 Sets the audio decoder mode for the AC-3 downmix AC3 PASSTHRU Sets the audio decoder mode to AC-3 Pass-through LINEAR-PCM Sets the audio decoder mode to Linear PCM and Dolby E Pass-through. Only IRD-2980, IRD-2981, IRD-2991, and IRD-2991 Audio 3 and Audio 4 support this feature. AUTOMATIC Automatically detects the audio decoding mode
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Figure 4-41: Audio # Parameters Decoder Mode
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AC3 DOWNMIX MODE SETUP

The AC-3 Downmix mode allows you to set the downmix mode to 2/0.
1 2 3 4
2/0 1/0 2/0 3/0
AC3 Downmix Mode L,R C MONO L,R STEREO L,C,R
5 6 7 8
2/1 3/1 2/2 2/2

L,R,S L,C,R,S L,R,Ls,Rs L,C,R,Ls,Rs

L, R C mono L, R stereo L, C, R L, R, S L, C, R, S L, R, Ls, Rs L, C, R, Ls, Rs
Possible options are: 2/0 2/0 2/0 3/0 2/1 3/1 2/2 2/2
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Figure 4-42: Audio # Parameters - AC-3 Downmix Mode
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AUDIO AC3 OPERATIONAL SETUP

The Audio AC3 Operational parameter selects the audio output mode of operation on a specific audio for the Dolby AC-3 processed audio information (for example, Audio 1 output).
1 2 3 4
AC3 Operational CUSTOM MODE 0 CUSTOM MODE 1 LINE OUT MODE RF REMOD MODE
Possible options are: Custom Mode 0 Custom Mode 1 Line Out Mode RF Remod Mode
Figure 4-43: Audio # Parameters AC-3 Operational Mode
NOTE
The default for Audio AC-3 Operational output is Line Out Mode.
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PASSTHRU SAMPLE RATE

The Passthru Sample Rate parameter allows you to set the sampling frequency for the AC3 Pass-through.
1 2 3
PassThru Sample Rate 48.0 [KHz] 44.1 [KHz] 32.0 [KHz]

Possible options are: 48.0 [KHz] 44.1 [KHz] 32.0 [KHz]
VOLUME
The Volume parameter allows you to set the audio volume of the audio channel. A graphical volume display illustrates the volume level.
Volume 00 < -64 - 00 > [dB]
Possible values are between ()64 and 0dB.
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Figure 4-44: Audio # Parameters PassThru Sample Rate
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ANALOG OUTPUT
The Analog Output parameter sets mute or play mode in an audio channel output.
1 2
Analog Output MUTE UNMUTE (PLAY)
Possible options are: Mute Silences the analog audio signal in a specific audio channel (for example Audio 1). Unmute (play) The current analog audio is heard on a specific audio channel (for example Audio 1).
Figure 4-45: Audio # Parameters Analog Output
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ANALOG MIXER
The Analog Mixer parameter allows setting the stereo and mono options of the stereo channels.
1 2 3 4
Analog Mixer STEREO(L & R) MONO MIXING SWAP (R & L) BOTH RIGHT
BOTH LEFT
Possible options are: Stereo (L & R) Standard stereo output on the respective left and right connectors Mono Mixing Mixes left and right stereo channel signals for mono output on both left and right connectors Swap (R & L) Swaps channels: -Left channel on right connectors -Right channel on left connectors Both Right Outputs right channels on both left and right connectors Both Left Outputs left channels on both left and right connectors
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Figure 4-46: Audio # Parameters Analog Mixer
NOTES
Audio 2 Parameters menu is identical in its form and functionality to the Audio 1 Parameters menu (see Figure 4-40). Recall that Audio 3 and Audio 4 menus correspond with Video2, and are also identical in form and functionality to Audio 1 and Audio 2.
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DIGITAL FORMAT
The Analog Output parameter sets mute or play mode in an audio channel output.
1 2
Digital Format CONSUMER PROFESSIONAL
Possible options are: CONSUMER Selects AES/EBU, SPDIF Consumer Mode. PROFESSIONAL Selects AES/EBU Professional Mode.
NOTE
When choosing PROFESSIONAL, the IRD-2900 will set the Audio headers Pro flag to 1(Pro) whether the received value was 1 or 0.
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4.3.6.
Data Configuration Menu

The Data Configuration Menu allows setting parameters to handle a data output stream. Figure 4-47 displays a tree diagram of the Data Configuration Menu.
IRD-2900 Root
Operational Mode
Protocol
Subnet Mask
Default Gateway Dest IP Address UDP Source Port UDP Destination Port Num Of Packets
Figure 4-47: Data Configuration Menu
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To access the Data Configuration Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Data. High Speed Data Port is supported in IRD-2960 and IRD-2990 models. The Data Configuration Menu is displayed as follows:
Data Low Speed Data Port 2 High Speed Data Port

1
1-2-6
IP-Out-Port is supported in all IRD-2900 models, except for the IRD-2960 and IRD-2990 models. The Data Configuration Menu is displayed as follows:
Data 1 Low Speed Data Port 2 IP Out Port
1-2-6
The Data Configuration Menu parameters are as follows: Low Speed Data Port Contains parameters that allow setting filtering mode to Low Speed Data (LSH PID) information. For details, see Paragraph 4.3.6.1. High Speed Data Port Contains parameters that allow setting filtering mode to High Speed Data (HSD PID) information. For details, see Paragraph 4.3.6.2. IP Out Port Contains parameters that define the IP-Out-Port mode of operation as well as parameters required for MPEGoIP and IPoMPEG (MPE) operations. For details, see Paragraph 4.3.6.3.
4.3.6.1.
Low Speed Data Port

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4.3.6.2.
High Speed Data

This parameter is only available in IRD-2960 and IRD-2990. The High Speed Data Menu selects the filtering applied to the High Speed Data (HSD PID) information. To access the High Speed Data Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Data High Speed Data. The following figure illustrates the High Speed Data menu:
High Speed Data Tx Clock Tx Direction 3 Layer Filtering

1 2
1-2-6-2
08.307692 [Mb/s] MSB -> LSB T.S PAYLOAD
The following paragraphs describe the High Speed Data Configuration parameters.
TX CLOCK
The Tx Clock parameter sets the speed of the high speed data port.
Tx Clock 01.0 [Mb/s)
<00.064000 - 27.000000>
Valid range is a between 00.064000 and 27.000000Mbps.
TX DIRECTION
The Tx Direction parameter defines whether MSB or LSB is sent first.
1 2
Tx Directions MSB -> LSB LSB -> MSB
Possible options are: MSB LSB LSB MSB sent first MSB LSB sent first
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LAYER FILTERING
The Layer Filtering parameter selects filtering mode to data.
1 2 1
Layer Filtering P.E.S PAYLOAD T.S PAYLOAD T.S PACKET

Possible options are: P.E.S Payload Strips the header of the packetized elementary stream (PES). T.S Payload Strips the transport stream header (first 4 bytes out of the 188 bytes packet) T.S Packet Enables the entire transport stream packet (188 bytes)
4.3.6.3. NOTE
IP-Out-Port Configuration Menu
When selecting MPE mode you must verify that the MPE encapsulator setup is such that the MPEG packet contains data of a single IP frame (for example, a single MPEG packet cannot contain data belonging to two separate IP frames).
The IP-Out-Port Menu enables configuring the parameters of the IP-Out-Port. To access the IP-Out-Port Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Data IP Out Port. The following figure illustrates the IP Out Port menu:
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IP Out Port
1 2 3 4
1-2-6-2
Operational Mode Protocol IP Address Network Mask
MPEGoIP UDP 010.008.000.216 255.255.255.000
5 6 7 8 9
Default Gateway Dest IP Address UDP Source Port UDP Destination Port Num of Packets
010.008.000.001 010.013.100.003 02000 02000 07
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Possible options are: Operational Mode Protocol IP Address Network Mask Default Gateway Dest IP Address UDP Source Port UDP Destination Port Num of Packets
OPERATIONAL MODE
Displays the currently active mode of operation and allows setting the mode required (using the following Select Value screen).
Operational Mode
1 2
MPEGoIp MPE
Possible options are: MPEGoIp MPEG-over-IP mode MPE IP data (MPE de-capsulation)
NOTE
When Operational mode is set to MPEG-over-IP, all other items in the IP-Out-Port menu must be configured. When the Operational mode is set to MPE, then the IP address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway items must be configured.
PROTOCOL
Displays the currently active L3 protocol and allows setting the required protocol (using the following Select Value screen).
Protocol
1 2
UDP RTP
Possible options are: UDP User Datagram Protocol RTP Real Time Protocol (this feature will be supported in future software releases)
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IP ADDRESS
The IP Address parameter allows setting the IP Address of the output port.
IP Address 010.008.000.216
SUBNET MASK
The Subnet Mask parameter defines the network sub-mask.
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.000
DEFAULT GATEWAY
The Default Gateway parameter allows setting the network default gateway address. This is the address of a local IP router on the same network as the IRD-2900 that is used to forward traffic beyond the local network.
DESTINATION IP ADDRESS
The Destination IP Address parameter allows setting the required destination IP address.
Dest IP Address 242.001.001.026
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UDP SOURCE PORT

The UDP Source Port parameter allows setting the source UDP port number.
UDP Source Port 02000 <00000-65535>

The value is a number between 0 and 65535.
UDP DESTINATION PORT

The UDP destination Port parameter allows setting the UDP Destination port number.
UDP Destination Port 02000 [Hex] <00000-65535>

The value is a number between 0 and 65535.
NUMBER OF PACKETS
The Number of Packets parameter allows setting the number of MPEG packets to be contained in an IP frame (using the following Edit Value Screen).
Num of Packets 07 <00-07>

Possible values are between 0 and 7.
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4.3.7.
Conditional Access Configuration Menu

This menu allows access to all IRD-2900 CA (Conditional Access) parameters. Figure 4-48 displays a tree diagram of the Conditional Access Configuration Menu.
IRD-2900 Root
Conditional Access
Figure 4-48: Conditional Access Configuration Menu To access the Conditional Access Configuration Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Conditional Access.
The following figure illustrates the Conditional Access menu:
Conditional Access Common Interface 2 BISS 3 Embedded

1
1-2-7
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The Conditional Access Menu parameters are as follows: Common Interface (CI) Enable setting up the configuration of the CAMS in the IRD using the DVBCI standard. For details see Paragraph 4.3.7.1. BISS Mode Enable setting up the BISS encryption mode. For details see Paragraph 4.3.7.2. Embedded Mode Enable setting up the embedded encryption mode. For details see Paragraph 4.3.7.3.
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4.3.7.1.
Common Interface Configuration Menu

The Common Interface (CI) menu displays the current status of the IRD-2900 CI slots. To access the Common Interface in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Conditional Access Common Interface. The following figure illustrates the Common Interface menu:
Common Interface
1 2
1-2-7-1
Slot 1 Slot 2
Once a CI Slot is selected, an Edit Menu screen is displayed. The Slot 1 and Slot 2 Configuration edit menu provides access to the CI parameters for the respective IRD CI Slot:
Slot #
1 2 3
1-2-7-1-1
Operation Send MMI Command Send PIN Code
ENABLE MENU-menu 1111
The following paragraphs describe the Slot Configuration options.
OPERATION
The Operation parameter enables or disables the slot.
Operation
1 2
ENABLE DISABLE
Possible options are: ENABLE DISABLE
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SEND MMI (MAN-MACHINE INTERFACE) COMMAND

The Send MMI Command sets and sends the MMI command to the CAM installed in the CI slot. This MMI contains a set of commands that can be sent to the CA application in the Conditional Access Module (CAM). The CAM response is displayed either on the CLI or using OSD on the video monitoring port.
01 02 03 04
Send MMI Command MENU - menu ESC - escape ARL -arrow left ARR - arrow right ARU- arrow up ARD - arrow down BS - cancel action RS - default action (OK) 0 - cancelled prev menu 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Possible options are: Menu (menu); ESC (escape); ARL (arrow left); ARR (arrow right); ARU (arrow up); ARD (arrow down); BS (cancel action), RS (default action), 0-9 digits
05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
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SEND PIN CODE

The Send PIN Code parameter allows setting and sending a PIN code to the CAM.
Send PIN Code 1111 <0000 - 9999>
4.3.7.2.
BISS Mode
The IRD-2900 supports all the following encryption modes: Even-Odd Encryption (Scopus private mode) BISS Mode 1 BISS-E Clear Session Word BISS-E with Injected ID BISS-E with Buried ID
All of the above BISS options operate in accordance with EBU-UER Tech 3292 Document. Even-Odd Encryption is a Scopus-developed encryption option that uses both an even and an odd key. This is another encryption option that is available for the operator. The following is an illustration of the BISS Menu Navigation Screen:
BISS TV1 2 TV2 3 General

1
1-2-7-2
The BISS Menu parameters are: TV# - Enables operator to set Encryption Keys values of the selected input. General Allows operator to select between the different encryption modes.
The following paragraphs provide and explanation of the BISS parameters.
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TV1
Below is an illustration of the TV1 Edit Menu Screen:
TV1
1 2
1-2-7-2
Even Key Odd Key
000000-000000 000000-000000
The TV1 menu available parameters are: Even Key Allows operator to set the Even Key encryption value.
Even Key 000000-000000
Odd Key Allows operator to set the Odd Key encryption value.
Odd Key 000000-000000
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GENERAL
Below is an illustration of the General Edit Menu Screen:
General Encryption Mode
1-2-7-2-2
EVEN-ODD
The General Menu parameters are:
ENCRYPTION MODE
Allows operator to select between the IRDs different encryption modes.
1 2 3
Encryption Mode EVEN-ODD BISS-MODE 1 BISS-E-CLEAR SW BISS-E-INJECTED ID BISS-E-BURIED ID

Possible options are: EVEN-ODD BISS-MODE 1 BISS-E-CLEAR SW BISS-E-INJECTED ID BISS-E-BURIED ID
05
4.3.7.3.
Embedded Mode
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4.3.8.
Unit Configuration Menu

The Unit Configuration Menu allows setting general IRD parameters. Figure 4-49 displays a tree diagram of the Unit Configuration Menu.
IRD-2900 Root
Unit
General
Serial Control Port
Ethernet Management Port
Licensing
Dry Contact
LCD Contrast
HW Interface
MAC Address
GPI 1 / GPI 2
Soft Reset
SW Protocol
IP Address
Delay
Baud Rate
Network Mask
Sync Loss
Address
Default Gateway
HW Failure
Invalid PSI
Test
Figure 4-49: Unit Configuration Menu
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To access the Unit Configuration Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Unit. The following figure illustrates the Unit menu:
Unit General 2 Serial Control Port 3 Ethernet Management Port 4 Licensing

1
1-2-8
Dry Contact
The Unit Configuration Menu parameters are as follows:
GENERAL
Allows operator to set the LCD contrast value and perform soft reset (see Paragraph 4.3.8.1).
SERIAL CONTROL PORT

Allows operator to configure the control port parameters (see Paragraph 4.3.8.2).
ETHERNET MANAGEMENT PORT

Allows operator to configure the Ethernet management Paragraph 4.3.8.3). port (see
LICENSING
Allows operator to activate features that require software license (see Paragraph 4.3.8.4).
DRY CONTACT
Allows operator to configure GPI-1 and GPI-2 parameters (see Paragraph 4.3.8.5)
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4.3.8.1.
General Configuration Menu

The General Menu adjusts the LCD contrast level and enables soft reset of the device. To access the General Menu in the front panel control interface go to
Configuration Unit General. The following figure illustrates the General menu:
General
1 2
1-2-8-1
LCD Contrast Soft Reset
02[LEVEL] OFF
The following paragraphs describe the General menu parameters.
LCD CONTRAST
The LCD Contrast option sets the IRD-2900 LCD contrast.
LCD Contrast 02 [LEVEL] <00 - 31>

Valid range is a between 0 and 31, where 0 is Brightest and 31 is Darkest.
SOFT RESET
The Soft Reset option restarts the IRD-2900.
Soft Reset
1 2
OFF ON
Possible options are: OFF ON Activates soft reset
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4.3.8.2.
Serial Control Port Configuration

The Serial Control Port Menu allows you to set the serial control port parameters. To access the Serial Control Port Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Unit Serial Control Port.
The following figure illustrates the Serial Control Port menu:
Serial Control Port

1 2 3 4
1-2-8-2
HW Interface SW Protocol Baud Rate Address
RS232 TERMINAL ECHO 115200 [Baud] FFFF
The following paragraphs describe the Unit Serial Control Port configuration options.
1 2
HW INTERFACE HW Interface RS232 RS485
Possible options are: RS-232 RS-485
1 2 3
SW PROTOCOL SW Protocol TERMINAL ECHO TERMINAL NO-ECHO MASTER-SLAVE

Possible options are: Terminal Echo Terminal No-Echo Master-Slave
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1 2 3 4
BAUD RATE 4800 9600 19200 38400 Baud Rate [Baud] [Baud] [Baud] [Baud]
5 6
57600 [Baud] 115200 [Baud]

Possible options are: 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200 Baud
ADDRESS Address FFFF [HEX] <0000-FFFF>

Valid range is between 0 and FFFF (Hexadecimal).
4.3.8.3.
Ethernet Management Port

The Ethernet Management Port Menu allows setting the Ethernet management port parameters. To access the Ethernet Management Menu in the front panel control interface go to Configuration Unit Ethernet Management Port. The following figure illustrates the Ethernet Management Port menu:
Ethernet 1 MAC Address

2 3 4
1-2-8-3
00-58-34-25-95-67 010.008.000.216 255.255.255.000 010.008.000.001

describe the Ethernet Management Port
IP Address Network Mask Default Gateway

following paragraphs
The
Configuration parameters.
MAC ADDRESS
The MAC Address parameter displays the MAC address of the IRD management.
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IP ADDRESS
The IP Address parameter displays and allows setting the currently active IP Address of the management port
IP Address 010.008.000.216
NETWORK MASK
The Network Mask parameter allows setting the network sub-mask.
Network Mask 255.255.255.000
DEFAULT GATEWAY
The Default Gateway parameter allows setting the network default gateway address. This is the address of a local IP router on the same network as the IRD-2900, which is used to forward traffic beyond the local network.
4.3.8.4.
Licensing Menu
This feature will be supported in a future software release.
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4.3.8.5.
Dry Contact Menu

This menu allows choosing between the GPI 1 and the GPI 2 configuration menus. The GPI (General Purpose Interface) is a dry contact relay, used by the IRD for outputting indications about warnings that appear in the device. This is useful, for example, in case the operator wishes to receive an IRD warning indication somewhere other than on the IRDs display.
Dry Contact
1 2
1-2-8-5
GPI 1 GPI 2
The GPI 1 and GPI 2 configuration menus are identical. The following is the GPI 1 Edit Menu screen:
GPI 1
1 2 3 4
1-2-8-5-1
Delay Sync Loss HW Failure Invalid PSI Test DELAY
000.0[sec] OFF OFF OFF
The IRD-2900 can delay the notification of warnings through the GPI. To do this, set the Delay parameter to a value between zero (no delay) and 600 (in seconds).
Delay 000.0 [sec] <000.0-600.0>
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SYNC LOSS
Defines whether or not a Sync Loss warning will cause a GPI warning indication.
Sync Loss
1 2
OFF ON
Possible options are: OFF Sync Loss GPI warning indication is turned off ON Sync Loss GPI warning indication is turned on
HW FAILURE
Defines whether or not a Hardware Failure warning will cause a GPI warning indication.
HW Failure
1 2
OFF ON
Possible options are: OFF Hardware Failure GPI warning indication is turned off ON Hardware Failure GPI warning indication is turned on
INVALID PSI
Defines whether or not an Invalid PSI warning will cause a GPI warning indication.
Invalid PSI
1 2
OFF ON
Possible options are: OFF Invalid PSI GPI warning indication is turned off ON Invalid PSI GPI warning indication is turned on
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TEST
Allows operator to manually enable/disable the relevant GPI.
Test
1 2
OFF ON
Possible options are: OFF Disable this GPI. ON Enable this GPI.
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4.4.
IRD STATUS MENU

The IRD Status Menu allows operator to view different IRD parameters status, as will be described in the following. Figure 4-50 displays a tree diagram of the IRD Status Main Menu.
IRD-2900 Root
Receiver
Stream
Service
Video
Audio
Data
Conditional Access
Unit
Figure 4-50: IRD Status Main Menu
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To access the IRD Status menu, select Status in the Root Menu (navigate vertically by using the [Up]/[Down] arrow keys and confirm selection by pressing [Enter]).
Root Preset 2 Configuration 3 Status

1
The IRD Status Menu is displayed in the following Menu Navigation screen (eight options):
Status Receiver 2 Stream 3 Service 4 Video

1
1-3
Audio Data 7 Conditional Access 8 Unit

5 6
4.4.1.
Receiver Status Menu

The QPSK Receiver Status menu items differ from IP Receiver Status menu items, as demonstrated in the following.
4.4.1.1.
QPSK Receiver Status Menu

The QPSK Receiver Status Menu is available only when a QPSK card is installed in the IRD. Figure 4-51 displays a tree diagram of the QPSK Receiver Status Menu.
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IRD-2900 Root
Receiver
Signal Quality
Eb/N0
Link Margin
Viterbi BER
Frequency Tune Frequency offset
Viterbi Rate
Spectral Inversion
Figure 4-51: QPSK Receiver Status Menu
NOTE
The LNB L.O. Frequency parameter is activated when the Ku and C-Band is selected.
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To access the QPSK Receiver Status Menu in the front panel control interface go to Status Receiver. The following figure illustrates the QPSK Receiver Status menu:
Receiver Signal Quality 2 Eb/N0 3 Link Margin 4 Viterbi BER

1
1-2-1
100[%] 09.94[dB] +04.9dB] 0.0e-7
Frequency Tune Frequency Offset 7 Viterbi Rate 8 Spectral Inversion

5 6
1.068000 [GHz] +02214[KHz] 5/6 NORMAL
Possible options are: Signal Quality Qualitative indicator of the received signal C/N relative to the maximum C/N that can be measured without forcing the receiver to saturation.
Signal Quality 100 <

[%]
000 - 100
>
Values range from 0 to 100% Eb/N0 Received signal Eb/N0 measurement Link Margin The estimated C/N of the received signal relative to the C/N in EN 300-421 for a given Viterbi rate Viterbi BER Errored bits that the Viterbi error correction did not correct. BER is measured over 107 symbols. Frequency Tune The value is dependent on the mode selected in Root Configuration Receiver Freq Drift Compensate (see Paragraph 4.3.1.1/7) When Frequency Drift Compensate is set to On, the value of the frequency tune displays the frequency of the incoming signal after frequency offset set-off. When Frequency drift Compensate is set to Off, the value of the frequency tune displays the actual frequency.
NOTE
Displayed frequencies are L-Band frequencies.
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Frequency Offset - Displays the offset from the frequency as was set in Configuration Receiver Frequency (see Paragraph 4.3.1.1). When Frequency Drift Compensate is set to On, the frequency offset displays the value 0. When Frequency Drift Compensate is set to Off, frequency offset displays the value of the offset from the tuned frequency in KHz. Viterbi Rate When Viterbi rate mode is set to automatic (see Paragraph 4.3.1.1), the value displayed is IRD selected. When Viterbi rate is manually configured to specific rate, the value displayed is user selected. Spectral Inversion When the Spectral Inversion mode is set to automatic (see Paragraph 4.3.1.1), the value displayed is IRD selected. When you set the Spectral Inversion manually, the value displayed is usermade selected.
Figure 4-52 displays the corresponding Web Management window. Note that this is an example of a single input QPSK device Receiver Status screen.
Figure 4-52: QPSK Receiver Status
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4.4.1.2.
IP Receiver Status Menu

The IP Receiver Status Menu displays the status of IRD parameters that are used for connecting to a TS source through the IP network. Figure 4-53 displays a tree diagram of the IP Receiver Status Menu.
IRD-2900 Root
Receiver
MPEGoIP Input 1 MPEGoIP Input 2
General
Figure 4-53: IP Receiver Status Menu To access the IP Receiver Status Menu in the front panel control interface go to Status Receiver The following figure illustrates the IP Receiver Status menu:
Receiver 1 MPEGoIP Input 1 2 MPEGoIP Input 2 3 General
1-3-1
MPEGOIP INPUT # MPEGoIP Input 1 MAC Address 2 Link Status

1 1-3-1-1
00-78-34-25-95-AC Down
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The MPEGoIP Input Menu parameters are as follows: MAC Address displays the MPEG over IP front-end MAC address. Link Status displays the current link status The link status available parameters: - Down Link down - Up Link is up and connection established - 10 Base-T, 100 Base-T IP Data Port Speed - Full Full Duplex, IP Data Port Duplex - Half Half Duplex. IP Data Port Duplex
The horizontal bars [--] appear when the IP Data Port link is Down or when the IP Data Port is disconnected. Figure 4-54 displays the corresponding Web Management window.
Figure 4-54: MPEG Over IP Input 1 Status
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NOTE
MPEG Over IP Input 2 Status is available only in dual a input device and is identical in form and functionality to the MPEG Over IP Input 1 Status screen.
GENERAL General HW Revision 2 SW Version dd/mm/yy.mn 3 Configuration 4 Receive Mode

1 1-3-1-3
53 18/04/05 01.01 OK UDP
5 6
MPEGoIP Packet Size Rx Bitrate Current

The MPEGoIP Input Menu parameters are as follows: HW Revision displays the hardware Revision
188 3.214883 [MHz]
SW Version displays the software date and version number Configuration displays the OK or Mismatch self test status result Receive Mode displays the UDP or RTP protocol receive mode MPEGoIP Packet Size displays the packet size in bytes Rx Bitrate Current displays the calculated bit rate received un the input
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Figure 4-55: MPEG Over IP General Status
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4.4.2.
Stream Status Menu

The Stream Status Menu provides an extended menu of status monitoring options on the input stream. Displays Figure 4-56 displays a tree diagram of the Stream Status Menu.
IRD-2900 Root
Stream
Figure 4-56: Stream Status Menu
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To access the Stream Status Menu in the front panel control interface go to Status Stream. The following figure illustrates the Stream Status menu:
Stream Quality 2 Information

1
1-3-2
4.4.2.1.
Quality
The Quality Menu displays information about the quality of the Input Stream. To access the Quality Status Stream Quality. The following figure illustrates the Quality menu: Menu in the front panel control interface go to
Quality Sync-Ox47 Loss 2 Continuity Counter 3 T.S Fifo Overflow 4 T.S Error Indicator
1
1-3-2-1
000007 000006 000000 000007 NOT DETECT NOT DETECT
5 6
ASI Input RS422 Input
The Quality Menu parameters are as follows: Sync-0x47 Loss Counts the number of sync loss events Continuity Counter Counts the number of a continuity of error events TS FIFO overflow Count the number of FIFO buffer events TS Error Indicator Counts the number of MPEG packets that were received by the IRD-2900 and had the TS error indicator bit set RS422 Input Has three modes: -NOT DETECTED No input -188 DETECTED MPEG packets without FEC -204 DETECTED MPEG packets with FEC
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4.4.2.2.
Information
The Information Menu displays information about the transport stream and network. To access the Information Menu in the front panel control interface go to Status Stream Information. The following figure illustrates the Information menu:
1 2 3 4
Information Transport Stream Rate Transport Stream ID Original Network ID Network Name
1-3-2-2
045.792 [Mbps] 0005 0888 CCTV
Stream Date 6 Stream Time

5
05-Oct-2004 14:23:19
The Information Menu parameters are as follows: Transport Stream Rate Displays the Transport Stream rate Transport Stream ID Displays the identification code of the current transport stream ID in Hexadecimal values Original Network ID Displays the identification code of the current network in Hexadecimal values Network Name Displays the provider name of the current network Stream Time Displays the time (HH:MM:SS) of the current incoming stream Stream Date Displays the date (DD-MMMM-YYYY) of the current incoming stream
4.4.3.
Service Status Menu

This feature will be supported in future software releases.
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4.4.4.
Video Status Menu

The Video Status Menu displays the status of Video and VBI parameters. OSD parameter status will be available in future software versions. Figure 4-57 displays a tree diagram of the Video Status Menu.
IRD-2900 Root
Video
Figure 4-57: Video Status Menu
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The Video Status Menu provides an extended menu of status monitoring options on Video and VBI data. To access the Video Status Menu in the front panel control interface go to Status Video. The following figure illustrates the Video Status menu:
Video Video 1 2 Vbi 1 3 Video 2 4 Vbi 2

1
1-3-4
The Video Status Menu parameters are as follows: Video 1 This group displays information about the video for decoder #1. For details on the Video 1 Parameter, see Paragraph 4.3.4. VBI 1 This group displays information about the VBI for decoder #1. For details on the VBI 1 Parameter, see Paragraph 4.3.4 Video 2 (if applicable) This group displays information about the video for decoder #2. For details on the Video 2 Parameter, see Paragraph 4.3.4. VBI 2 (if applicable) This group displays information about the VBI for decoder #2. For details on the VBI 2 Parameter, see Paragraph 4.3.4.
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4.4.4.1.
Video 1 (and Video 2)

The Video 1 (and Video 2 in dual decoder IRDs) Menus display video parameters Status. To access the Video 1 Status Video Video 1. The following figure illustrates the Video 1 menu: Menu in the front panel control interface go to
1 2 3 4
Video 1 Standard Format Frame Rate Chroma Format Resolution
1-3-4-1
625 [Ln] 25 [Hz] 4:2:0 H:720 * V:608
Aspect Ratio 6 Bit Rate 7 VBV Buffer Size 8 Decoding Errors

5
4:3 11080800 [Bps] 04096000 [Bit] 000000
NOTE
The Decoding Errors parameter indicates the video stream health. The available information is: Standard Format Indicates the number of lines in the incoming video. In this example, 625 lines indicate PAL video format. Frame Rate Displays the frame rate of the incoming video stream Chroma Format Displays the Chroma format currently used for the incoming video stream Resolution Displays the horizontal and vertical video resolutions for the incoming video stream (for example, the number of pixels per horizontal and vertical screen lines) Aspect Ratio Displays the aspect ratio for the incoming video stream Bit Rate Displays the bit rate, in bits/sec, for the incoming video stream VBV Buffer Size Displays the VBV buffer size Decoding Errors Displays the total number of decoding errors
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4.4.4.2.
VBI 1 (and VBI 2)

The VBI 1 (and VBI 2 in dual decoder IRDs) Menus display VBI parameters Status. To access the VBI Status Video Vbi 1. The following figure illustrates the VBI 1 menu: 1 Menu in the front panel control interface go to
1 2 3 4
Vbi # Video Fullness E.S Fullness E.S Top Num Lines E.S Bottom Num Lines
The available information is:
1-3-4-2
020 [%] 012 [%] 05 [Ln] 05 [Ln]
Video Fullness The fullness level of the buffer containing VBIs derived from the video stream E.S Fullness The fullness of the buffer containing VBIs derived from the elementary stream E.S Top Num Lines Counts the number of E.S VBI lines in a field E.S Bottom Num Lines Counts the number of E.S VBI lines in a field
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4.4.5.
Audio Status Menu

The Audio Status Menu displays information on the audio channels. Figure 4-58 displays a tree diagram of the Audio Status Menu.
Figure 4-58: Audio Status Menu To access the Audio Status Menu in the front panel control interface go to Status Audio. The following figure illustrates the Audio Status menu:
Audio Audio Audio 3 Audio 4 Audio

1 2
1-3-5
1 2 3 1
4.4.5.1.
Audio #
Select Audio 1 through 4. The Audio # Menu displays information on the audio decoding process.
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When Musicam mode is activated, the following screen is displayed:
Audio # ID Layer 3 Bit Rate 4 Sample Rate

1 2
1-3-5-1
MPEG LAYER2 129000 [Bps] 48 [KHz]
Mode 6 Decoding Errors

5
STEREO 000894
NOTE
The Decoding Errors parameter indicates the video stream health.
When Dolby-AC3 mode is activated, the screen below is displayed:
Audio # ID 2 Bit Rate 3 Sample Rate 4 AC Mode

1
1-3-5-1
DOLBY AC3 128000[Bps] 48[KHz] 2/0 L,R STEREO
5 6
BS Mode Decoding Errors
COMPLETE MAIN 083914
When Linear PCM mode is activated, the screen below is displayed:
Audio # ID 2 Sample Rate 3 Bits per Sample 4 Channel ID

1
1-3-5-1
LINEAR 48 [KHz] 20 BITS 2
5 6
Output Mode Decoding Errors
2/0 L,R 0003
NOTE
The Channel ID parameter value is according to the channel number of the AC3 header.
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4.4.6.
Data Status Menu

The Data Status Menu displays information about the data input stream. Figure 4-59 displays a tree diagram of the Data Status Menu.
IRD-2900 Root
Data
MAC Address
Link Status
Figure 4-59: Data Status Menu To access the Data Status Menu in the front panel control interface go to Status Data. The following figure illustrates the Data Status menu: High Speed Data Port is supported in IRD-2960 and IRD-2990 models. For these models, the Data Status menu is displayed as follows:
Data 1 Low Speed Data Port 2 High Speed Data Port
1-3-6
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IP-Out-Port is supported in all IRD-2900 models, except for the IRD-2960 and IRD-2990 models. For these models, the Data Status menu is displayed as follows:
Data 1 Low Speed Data Port 2 IP Out Port
1-3-6
The Data Status menu parameters are as follows: Low Speed Data Port See Paragraph 4.4.6.1. High Speed Data Port See Paragraph 4.4.6.2. IP Out Port See Paragraph 4.4.6.3.
4.4.6.1.
Low Speed Data Port

This feature will be supported in future software release
4.4.6.2.
High Speed Data Port

This feature will be supported in future software release
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4.4.6.3.
IP-Out-Port Status Menu

The IP-Out-Port Status Menu provides IP and Port related parameter statuses. To access the IP-Out-Port Status Menu in the front panel control interface go to Status Data IP Output Port. The following figure illustrates the Output Port Status menu:
IP MAC Address 2 IP Data Port 3 IP Data Port 4 IP Data Port

1
Out Port Link Speed Duplex
1-3-6-3
00-OC-A2-03-3A-64 Down ---
Possible options are: MAC Address Displays the IP MAC address. IP Data Port Link Displays the status of the IP out link. The link statuses: - Down Link is down - Up Link is up and connection established IP Data Port Speed 10 Base-T, 100 Base-T
IP Data Port Duplex - Full: Full duplex - Half: Half duplex The horizontal bars [--] are displayed when the IP Data Port link status is down or when the IP-Data Port is disconnected.
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4.4.7.
Conditional Access Status Menu

The Conditional Access Status Menu allows operator to view Conditional Access parameters status. Figure 4-60 displays a tree diagram of the Conditional Access Status Menu.
IRD-2900 Root
Conditional Access
Figure 4-60: Conditional Access Status Menu
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To access the Conditional Access Status Menu in the front panel control interface go to Status Conditional Access The following figure illustrates the Conditional Access Status menu:
Conditional Access Common Interface 2 BISS 3 Embedded

1
1-3-7
NOTE
The Conditional Access Status menu is for qualified users only. You must be familiar with the DVB-C2 standard and the protocols.
COMMON INTERFACE
The Common Interface Menu displays information on the CAMs inserted to the IRD CI Slot. The status menu for Slot 1 and Slot 2 is identical unless one of the CI Slots is not equipped with a CAM. To access the Common Interface Menu in the front panel control interface go to Status Conditional Access Common Interface.. The following figure illustrates the Common Interface Status menu:
Common Interface Slot1 2 Slot2

1
1-3-7-1
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SLOT #
The Slot # Menu displays information on a CAM in Slot #. To access the Slot 1 Menu in the front panel control interface go to
Status Conditional Access Common Interface Slot 1. The following figure illustrates the Slot 1 Status menu:
Slot # Card Type Applic Manufacture 3 Manufacture Code 4 Main Menu

1 2
1-3-7-1-1
DVB CI Module 2200 2200 CodiCrypt
Available Sessions 6 Supported CA SysID

5
Possible options are: Card Type Displays card type Applic Manufacture Displays application manufacturer value Manufacture Code Displays the manufacturer code. Note that this value is defined by the CAM manufacturer. Main Menu Displays CA vendor name Available Sessions Displays currently available sessions. The following figure displays the Available Sessions Table screen:
tSession 0001 0002 3 0003 4 0004

1 2
Resource ID 00010041 00020041 00030041 00240041
Resource MANAGER AI CAS DATA-TIME
0005
00400041
MMI
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Supported CA SysID: Displays supported CA SysID. The following figure displays the Supported CA SysID Table screen:
System ID 2200 2201 03 2202 04 2203

01 02
CA Specifier Scopus Scopus Scopus Scopus
05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
2204 2205 2206 2207 2208 2209 220A 220B 220C 220D 220E 220F
Scopus Scopus Scopus Scopus Scopus Scopus Scopus Scopus Scopus Scopus Scopus Scopus
NOTE
To see Available Sessions and supported CA SysID values, select an item and press [Enter].
B. BISS
C. EMBEDDED
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4.4.8.
Unit Status Menu

This menu displays the Unit Menu parameters status. Figure 4-61 displays a tree diagram of the Unit Status Menu.
IRD-2900 Root
Unit
Figure 4-61: Unit Status Menu
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To access the Unit Status Menu in the front panel control interface go to Status Unit. The following figure illustrates the Unit Status menu:
Unit Identity 2 Versions 3 Monitoring

1
1-3-8
4.4.8.1.
Identity
The Identity Menu displays information on the IRD hardware. To access the Identity Menu in the front panel control interface go to Status Unit Identity The following figure illustrates the Identity Status menu:
Identity Configuration ID 2 Serial Number 3 Decoder Board 4 Front-End Board

1
1-3-8-1
IRD-2983 00000920 SPN-29 REV-C QPSK-29 REV-A
Possible options are: Configuration ID Displays the IRD software configuration model as recognized by the software. Note that the configuration ID may not be identical to the IRD model number as printed on the front panel. Serial Number Displays the IRD serial number Decoder Board Displays the hardware revision of the IRD main board Front-End Board Displays the hardware revision of the IRD FrontEnd
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Figure 4-62 displays the corresponding Web Management window. Although this is an example of a Dual-Input, IP-Receiver device, all IRD-2900 have Identity Menus that are identical in form and functionality.
Figure 4-62: Status Unit Identity (IP)
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4.4.8.2.
Versions
The Version Menu displays information on the IRD software versions. To access the Versions Menu in the front panel control interface go to Status Unit Versions. The following figure illustrates the Versions Status menu:
Boot Main 3 Main 4 Main

1 2
Versions Application Application Application Date Application Time
1-3-8-2
00.03 00.07 Dec 19 2004 15:50:26
Possible options are: Boot Application Displays the boot application software version Main Application Displays the main application software version Main Application Date Displays the date when the main application was created Main Application Time Displays the time when the main application was created
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4.4.8.3.
Monitoring
The Monitoring Menu displays temperature and management port statuses. To access the Monitoring Menu in the front panel control interface go to Status Unit Monitoring. The following figure illustrates the Monitoring Status menu:
Monitoring Temperature 2 Management Port Link 3 Management Port Speed 4 Management Port Duplex
1
1-3-8-3
+20 [C] DOWN ---
Possible options are: Temperature Displays the internal temperature of the IRD as measured by the temperature sensor Management Port Link Displays the status of the Management Port link. Link statuses are: - Down: Link is down - Up: Link is up and connection established
Management Port Speed 10 Base-T, 100 Base-T Management Port Duplex: - Full: Full duplex - Half: Half duplex The horizontal bars [--] are displayed when the Management Port link status is down or when the IP Data Port is disconnected.
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Appendix A.
SOFTWARE DOWNLOAD
A.1
A.1.1 A.1.1.1
DOWNLOADING SOFTWARE USING FTP

INTRODUCTION IRD SETUP IP
Configure the IRD-2900 IP Management Port according to local network specifications. The IRD IP Management is configured from the front-panel by accessing Configuration Unit Ethernet Management Port. The IP Management must set the following parameters: IP Address, Network Mask, and Gateway.
A.1.1.2
PC FTP APPLICATION
There are many PC Software Applications that support FTP. The software download procedure in this document is performed using the builtin MS Windows FTP utility.
NOTE
Viewing the IRD version is available through the front-panel: Status Unit Versions Main Application.
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User Manual Software Download
A.1.2 A.1.2.1
INSTALLATION LOADING THROUGH FTP

To open an FTP session, perform the following: 1. Click Start. The Start Menu is displayed. 2. From the Start Menu click Run. The Run dialog box is opened.
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3. Type cmd in the combo-box and click OK. The Teminal window is opened.
4. Type ftp <IRD Management IP address> and press [Enter]. FTP session is opened. See the example below.
IRD IP Address
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LOG ON
1. Log on to the IRD with the user name and password, both are empty for the IRD. 2. Reply with [Enter] for both user and password requests.
Blank Blank
3. After connecting to the IRD through FTP, type bin and Click [Enter].
Bin
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LOADING THE FILE

To load a source file to the IRD from a local PC: 1. Type put and Click [Enter] 2. After Local File, type the file name with the suffix (Notice - the software file name and path in the PC should be known). 3. After Remote File, type /rom/sw_image.bin.
The file must be in the same path!!!
File name with Suffix

After confirmation, the IRD progress is displayed in a loading screen on the IRD front-panel. In the left frame window the loading progress is indicated by a percentage and a blinking progress bar. The following figure displays the IRD loading screen.
___________________________________________
Service1: CAS CNN

________________________________________________________________________________________
Service2: CAS Yes

___________________________________________
WARNING
IF THE IRD IS, FOR ANY REASON, SHUT DOWN DURING THE SOFTWARE DOWNLOAD, THE PROGRAM MUST BE REINSTALLED THROUGH BOOT SOFTWARE DOWNLOAD. REINSTALLATION IS AVAILABLE THROUGH RS-232. SEE PARAGRAPH A.2.2.2.
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A.2
A.2.1.1
LOADING SOFTWARE TO THE IRD-2900 THROUGH THE SERIAL PORT

PC CONNECTION TO THE IRD-2900 SERIAL PORT
The IRD-2900 can be controlled from a standard PC through a serial RS-232 or RS-485 cable. Table 4-2 and Table 4-3 detail the pin-to-pin and signal assignments of the RS-232 and RS-485 cables, respectively.
Table 4-2:
RS-232 Control Cable Pin-to-Pin
9 PIN D-TYPE CONNECTOR (PC)

2 3 5 Table 4-3:
9 PIN D-TYPE CONNECTOR (IRD)

3 2 5
SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
Pc-RxD Pc-RxD GND
RS-485 Control Cable Pin-to-Pin Designations
PC RS-485 9 PIN D-TYPE CONNECTOR PIN

1 6 8 9
IRD RS-485 9 PIN D-TYPE CONNECTOR PIN

1 6 8 0
DESIGNATIONS
RB RA TB TA
DESIGNATIONS
TX+ TXRX+ RX-
A.2.1.2
PC SERIAL-COM (TERMINAL) SOFTWARE

There are many Terminal Applications that support Serial-COM. The software download procedure in this document is performed on the built-in MS Windows hyperterminal.
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A.2.1.3
OPENING HYPERTERMINAL FROM MS WINDOWS

1. To access the HyperTerminal application, by selecting Start Program Accessories Communication HyperTerminal
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A.2.1.4
DEFINING THE COMMUNICATION

When the HyperTerminal starts the window below is displayed, which defines the communication: 1. Type the name of the connection, for example IRD2900. Click OK.
2. Select a PC COM port that is the specific PC COM to which the IRD is connected.
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3. Select the Baud Rate this must be identical to the IRD-2900 baud rate parameter. See Configuration Unit Serial Control Port Baud Rate. 4. Select Flow Control None.
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A.2.1.5
CHECKING PC TERMINAL COMMUNICATION WITH THE IRD

After setting the PC - hyperTerminal, the Terminal is opened and you can check the connection to the IRD. Press [Enter]. If you see the word Root on the terminal windiw, you have a connection with the IRD. /root> indicates the main path to the IRD. You can also type help to see the IRD help commands.
You can check the current IRD version with command status/unit/sw_info or follow the Status Unit Versions Main Application path in the front panel (see Paragraph 0).
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A.2.2 A.2.2.1
INSTALLATION: LOADING NEW SOFTWARE SEQUENCE

1. After the PC-to-IRD Communication is checked, in the Root directory type command config/unit/upgrade_sw and confirm the message by typing yes.
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The IRD erases the previous software version when updating. This process can take approximately 30 seconds (see example).
After the previous software is erased, message Ready For Receive is displayed. 2. In the HyperTerminal, select Transfer send file.
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3. Specify to which used protocol to send the software file. It can be Xmodem or 1K Xmodem protocol.
NOTE
1K Xmodem is faster than the XModem.
4. Specify the path of the software file in your PC, for example:
5. Click Send. The loading starts. This may take a few minutes. The status is displayed in the window below or over the IRD front panel main menu.
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When the process is complete, a confirmation is display, indicating that the file was loaded. Then the IRD performs reboot. 6. Wait until the IRD is finished rebooting with the new software. 7. On the front panel or serial check that the new version is installed.
A.2.2.2
LOADING SOFTWARE VERSION THRU IRD BOOT APPLICATION

When the IRD is shut down during software download, the IRD startup sequence is set with the boot application. Perform the following: 1. Stop the previous Hyper Terminal sending process and restart standard communication with the IRD. 2. When the IRD starts the BOOT application, the following hyperterminal window is displayed.
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We do not have any version installed therefore we can see that we do not have the /root>.
The following figure displays the IRD Boot Software download screen:
MPEG-2 DVB/ATSC I.R.D - BOOT APPLICATION UPGRADE Thru SERIAL - Progress = 14%
After download is complete, the IRD restarts standard operation with the new software version. 3. To use the Boot Application, type upgrade_sw applic. The IRD starts to erase and after few minutes the Ready for Receive... message is displayed. Continue loading the new version according to the standard procedure.
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Appendix B.
IRD ASPECT RATIO CONFIGURATION PROCESS

B.1 GENERAL
This Appendix explains in detail the configuring of the IRD-2900 for fitting the A/R (Aspect Ratio) of the incoming Video to the A/R of the destination monitor.
B.2
IRD ASPECT RATIO CONVERSION MACHINE

The IRD-2900 provides the ability, using an interpolation process, to produce different image formats; enabling the displaying of the incoming Video on either a 4:3 or a 16:9 monitor. 16:9 Video Streams can be fitted for display on 4:3 monitors, and vice versa, in more than one format as summarized in Table 4-4 and Table 4-5. The A/R fitting process is referred to as Conversion. The IRD-2900 contains an Aspect Ratio Conversion Machine, responsible for all image conversions. Figure 4-63 displays a simplified illustration of this machine.
Figure 4-63: Aspect Ratio Conversion Machine
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When fitting the received Video signal A/R to the monitors A/R, the following three IRD-2900 parameters values must be set in order to achieve the required conversion: WSS Monitor Aspect Ratio Interpolation
WSS (WIDE SCREEN SIGNALING)

The purpose of the WSS signal is to inform the destination monitor of the received Videos A/R. The IRD extracts the WSS information from an operatorselected source, generates a new WSS signal (see WSS Signal Generator in Figure 4-63), and outputs it to the monitor. The WSS menu in the IRD contains two items: Source the source from which the IRD extracts the WSS information. Possible options are: DISABLE, TV MONITOR, E.S. (EN-301-775), and VIDEO (see WSS explanation in Paragraph 4.3.4.2 for further details). Line1 the Video line into which the IRD inserts the generated WSS signal (see WSS explanation in Paragraph 4.3.4.2 for further details).
MONITOR ASPECT RATIO

This parameter informs the Conversion Machine of the destination monitors A/R. This is one of two parameter values the Conversion Machine needs for its operation (see Figure 4-63). Possible options are: VIDEO SOURCE, 16:9, 16:9 BOX, and 4:3 (see Monitor Aspect Ratio explanation in Paragraph 4.3.4.1 for further details).
INTERPOLATION
This parameter sets the method of interpolation the Conversion Machine will use when converting the Video Stream.
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B.3
TABLE OF CONVERSIONS
After setting the values of WSS, Monitor Aspect Ratio, and Interpolation, the IRD-2900 receives all required A/R information for re-creating the image. Table 4-4 and Table 4-5illustrates the format of the image after conversion in all IRD-2900 possible settings combinations, and depending upon the incoming signal's A/R. The resulting image is affected by the combination of four variables displayed in the A/R Conversion Table: The actual Video Stream A/R (Stream column) The Destination Monitor A/R (Monitor Column) The Interpolation value, set in the Conversion Machine (Interpolation Column) The Monitor Aspect Ratio value, set in the Conversion Machine (WSS Column)
The following Video Bar figures are used in the table to demonstrate the image format changes. Figure 4-64illustrates a normal 4:3 Video image
Figure 4-64: Normal 4:3 Aspect Ratio Figure 4-65 illustrates a normal 16:9 Video image
Figure 4-65: Normal 16:9 Aspect Ratio
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Table 4-4:
Table of Conversions: 4:3 Stream Option 4:3 16:9 or 4:3 Pan Scan or Letter Box TV Monitor or Video Stream Conversion is not possible. Always displays Normal picture on 4:3 TV and short and fat on the 16:9 TV. WSS 4:3 Full Format 0001.0000.000.000 Can be output if WSS is set as Video Stream.
STREAM MONITOR INTERPOLATION WSS OUTPUT DESCRIPTION
OUTPUT DISPLAY
4:3
16:9
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Table 4-5:
Table of Conversions: 16:9 Options 16:9 16:9 Pan Scan TV Monitor or Video Stream No conversion Always displays Normal picture on 16:9 and tall and thin on the 4:3 TV. WSS 16:9 Full Format 1110.0000.00.000 Can be output if WSS is set as Video Stream. 16:9 4:3 Pan Scan TV Monitor or Video Stream Conversion horizontally upsamples the center portion of the picture to fill the 720. WSS 4:3 Full Format 0001.0000.000.000 Can be output if WSS is set as Monitor. 16:9 Full Format 1110.0000.000.000 Can be output if WSS is set as Video Stream. 16:9 4:3 Letter Box TV Monitor or Video Stream Conversion vertically downstamps the picture and applies black bars the top and bottom of the screen. WSS 4:3 Full Format 0001.0000.000.000 Can be output if WSS is set as Monitor. 16:9 Letter Box 1101.0000.000.000 Can be output is WSS is set as Video Stream.
STREAM MONITOR INTERPOLATION WSS OUTPUT DESCRIPTION
NOTE
With 16:9 L/B signalling as auto sense, 16:9 monitor can convert the picture to Normal 16:9 picture.
OUTPUT DISPLAY
4:3
4:3
4:3
16:9
16:9
16:9
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