Ensemble Designs 9430 Flexible Matrix Router for 3G / HD / SD / ASI User Manual

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Model 9430

Flexible Matrix Router

3G/HD/SD/ASI/310M

Installation, Configuration and

Operations Guide

Revision 1.2 SW v1.1.2

This manual is related to the following products:

9440 Flexible Matrix Router for 3G / HD / SD / ASI

Table of contents

Document Outline

Preface
Document Organization at a Glance
- Chapter 1: Introduction
In this Chapter
Purpose of Document
Intended Audience
Introductory Video from David Wood, Chief Design Engineer
Additional Resources
- Chapter 2: System Overview
In this Chapter
Hardware Elements
- 9430 Router Module
  - Built-in Signal Diagnostics
  - Fail-Safe Relay Bypass Mechanism
- 9440 I/O Expansion Module Option
- 9435 Dual Clean Switch Submodule Option
- 5830 Router Control Panel
  - Long Distance Capability
Applications
- Cuts-Only Master Control
- Master Control Bypass
- Quality Control and Signal Monitoring
- Monitors and Projectors for Venues
Example Diagram of Complete Router System with All Options Installed
Router Expansion Example for a 21 In x 9 Out Router Configuration
Example Diagram of Router System Using One 9430, One 9440 and One 9435
- Chapter 3: Installation
In this Chapter
PART ONE: MODULE ASSEMBLY
Original Orders Preassembled
9430 Router Module
9435 Dual Clean Switch Option
- 9430 and 9435 Fit in a Single Frame Slot
9440 I/O Expansion Option
- Two Types of Routing Backplane Kits
- Sliding Routing Backplanes through Slots in the 9430
- Installing Stand-Offs on the 9440
- Aligning the 9440 with Routing Backplanes
- Example of Completed Assembly
PART TWO: REQUIRED CABLE CONNECTIONS
Seating the Board Set Firmly in the Frame
- Avenue 3RU Frame Partition Divider Consideration
Installing the BNC Plastic Overlays
Digital Signal Connections
- Cable Length Considerations
- Fail-Safe Bypass from Input 1 to Output 1
Router Control Connections
- RS-232 and 100Mb Ethernet Interface Adaptor Cable
Connecting a Timing Reference to the Avenue Frame
Connecting a Timing Reference to the 9430 Router
Router Control Panel Installation
- Connecting Ethernet Cable to RJ-45 Port
- Long Distance Capability
- Labeling Buttons
  - First Method: Key Cap Inserts
  - Second Method: Customizable Label Template
- GPI Control
  - Chapter 4: Configuration
In this Chapter
The Router's Network Environment
Avenue Touch Screen and Avenue PC Controls
Initially Connecting to the Router
- Establishing Network Connectivity between Controlling Computer and 9430
Assigning the Router a New IP Address and Subnet Mask
- Method One: For Customers Using Avenue Touch Screen or Avenue PC
  - To Set the IP Address
  - To Set the Subnet Mask
- Method Two: For Customers Not Using Avenue Touch Screen or Avenue PC
Establishing Initial Control Point and Profile for Administrator Functions
- To Create an Initial Control Point
- To Assign the Factory Default Profile to the Router Admin Control Point
Security and Administrative Access to Settings
- To Limit Access to the Router’s Settings
Configuring the Router's Ports
- Planning Router Port Configuration
- Cabling Router to Match Plan
- Components Chosen Determines Quantity and Types of Ports Available
- Definitions of Port Configuration Choices
- Port Configuration Choices Available According to Port Type
- Implementing Router Port Configuration Plan
  - To Configure the Router’s Ports
Creating and Editing Profiles
- Characteristics of Profiles
- Creating an Initial Set of Profiles
  - To Create a Profile
- Examples of Profiles
Establishing Control Points and Access Authentication
- Characteristics of Control Points
- Examples of Control Points
- Configuring the 5830 Router Control Panel
- Assigning an IP Address to the 1RU Control Panel
- Creating a Control Point for the 5830 Panel
- Configuring Other Control Points
  - First Method: Requesting Access from a Control Point
  - Second Method: Assigning an IP Address as a Control Point
- Approving Pending Authorizations
- Number of Control Points That Can Operate Simultaneously
  - Asymmetrical Bandwidth Requirements
  - Best Practice: Closing Web Browser Control Points When Not In Use
Setting Up Timing and Genlock
- System Frame Rate
- Vertical Interval Switch Point
- Note on Frame Rates
Configuring Internal Test Signal Generators
- Test Signal Generator Configuration
Switch Point Identification
Working with the Clean Switch Option
- Clean Switch Configuration
In this Chapter
Router Control Panel (5830) Operation
- Orientation of Front Panel
- Performing Takes with the Router Control Panel
  - To Perform a Take by Selecting a Source and a Destination
  - To Perform a Take by Selecting Only a New Source
- Performing Direct Takes with the Router Control Panel
  - To Perform a Direct Take
  - To Exit Direct Take Mode
- Accessing Ancillary Data with the Router Control Panel
  - To Access Ancillary Data
Router Operation with the Web Browser Interface
- Prerequisites
- Accessing the Web Browser Control Interface
- About the Web Browser Interface
- Preferences
  - Message Bar
- Performing Takes with a Web Browser
  - To Perform a Take by Selecting a Source and a Destination
  - To Perform a Take by Selecting Only a New Source
- Performing Direct Takes with a Web Browser
  - To Perform a Direct Take
  - To Exit Direct Take Mode
- Performing Gang Takes with a Web Browser
  - To Perform a Gang Take
  - To Exit Gang Mode
- Performing Direct Gang Takes with a Web Browser
  - To Perform a Direct Gang Take
  - To Exit Direct Gang Mode
    - Chapter 6: External Control
The Router’s Approach to Control Integration
RS-232 Interface and 9-Pin D Connector Pin Out
Router Control Panel (5830) GPI Inputs
Overview of Supported Control Protocols
- Avenue FMR
  - Simultaneous Support for Multiple Protocols
  - Control Profiles for External Interfaces
- Grass Valley TenXL
- Grass Valley 100
- Generic ASCII
- RS-232
- Telnet
- TCP/IP
Additional GPI and Serial Connections through JL Cooper eBOX
SNMP Interface
- Programming Reference Document
Software Development Kit (SDK)
- Accessing Features Unique to the 9430 Flexible Matrix Router
Configuring External Control
- Chapter 7: Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting the Router Module (9430)
- Cannot Connect to the Router
- Router Not Running
  - To Determine if the Router is Running
- Resetting the Router
  - Rebooting
  - Resetting to Factory Default Settings
- Authorized Control Point Unable to Connect to Router
Troubleshooting the Router Control Panel (5830)
- Router Control Panel has Lost its Connection to the Router
  - Rebooting the Router Control Panel
  - Resetting the Router Control Panel to Factory Default Settings
- Configuration Changes are not Taking Effect
Troubleshooting the Web Browser Control UI
- If the Take Button is Grayed Out
- Supported Browsers
Software Updating
Warranty and Factory Service
- Specifications
9430
9440
- Appendix A: Automation Protocols
1 Introduction
2 Conventions
3 Overview
4 Before You Begin
5 Understanding Profiles
6 Configuration
- 6.1 Profile Configuration
- 6.2 External Control Configuration
7 Protocols
- 7.1 GV TEN-XL ASCII Protocol
  - 7.1.1 Protocol Requirements
  - 7.1.2 Commands
- 7.2 GV Performer ASCII Protocol
- 7.3 Generic ASCII Protocol