Grass Valley 8985PRC v.1.1.0 - Manual (Page 10)

10 8985PRC — Instruction Manual
Installation
Software Requirements
The latest version of 8985PRC software requires the presence of an
8900NET (Net Card) Network Interface module running software version
4.3.0 or later for software updating and is this version is recommended for
proper operation. The front edge configuration controls for this module are
not used.
Check the software version of your 8900NET module by navigating to the
Frame Status web page (
Figure 8 on page 25 ) and noting the software
version given below the frame graphic. The latest version is recommended
for optimum operation. Check the Grass Valley ftp server at this link for the
latest 8900NET release:
ftp://ftp.grassvalley.com/modular/8900/8900NET
Installation
The 8985PRC consists of a front and rear module set that installs into a
GeckoFlex frame.
Installation of the 8985PRC module set is a process of:
1. Placing the 8900GFR-R rear module in a rear frame slot ( page 13 ),
2. Placing the front module in the corresponding front slot ( page 14 ),
3. Installing the optional SFP Fiber Optic submodule ( page 15 ), and
4. Cabling the signal ports ( page 17 ).
All GeckoFlex front and rear modules can be inserted and removed from an
GeckoFlex frame with power on.