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Installation and Operation Manual
Selenio 6800™ HDX6800
+B2 & HDX- 6800+B4/C4
HDTV Two- and Four-Channel
AES Demul iplexers
Edition C
175-000231-00
Delivering the Moment

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  • Page 1 Installation and Operation Manual Selenio 6800™ HDX6800 +B2 & HDX- 6800+B4/C4 HDTV Two- and Four-Channel AES Demul iplexers Edition C 175-000231-00 Delivering the Moment...
  • Page 2 This publication does not in any way warrant description accuracy or guarantee the use for the product to which it refers. Imagine Communications reserves the right, without notice to make such changes in equipment, design, specifications, components, or documentation as progress may warrant to improve the performance of the product.
  • Page 3 HDX6800+B2/C2 HDX6800+B4/C4 HDTV Two- and Four-Channel AES Demultiplexers Installation and Operation Manual Edition C May 2007...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Safety Terms and Symbols in this Manual ........vi Chapter 1: Introduction Overview ....................1 Product Description ..................2 General Description ................2 Main Features ...................3 Module Descriptions ................4 Front Module ..................4 Back Connectors ................6 Signal Flow ..................10 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 6 Channel Fade Rate ................. 29 Changing Parameter Settings ..............30 Recalling Default Parameter Settings ..........31 Reading Software and Hardware Versions ........31 Setting HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Control Parameters 32 LEDs and Alarms .................. 52 Monitoring LEDs ................52 Module Status LEDs ..............54 Alarms ....................
  • Page 7 Alarm Query Fails When a Device Reboots ........74 Hardware Communication and Control Issues ........75 Frames Fail to Communicate with the PC after a Power Failure ...75 Module Does Not Seem to Work ............75 Contacting Customer Service ..............75 Index Keywords ....................77 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 8 Contents HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 9: Preface

    Preface Manual Information Purpose This manual details the features, installation procedures, operational procedures, and specifications of the HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 HDTV Two- and Four-Channel AES Demultiplexers. Audience This manual is written for engineers, technicians, and operators responsible for the installation, setup, and/or operation of HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 HDTV Two- and Four-Channel AES Demultiplexers.

  • Page 10: Writing Conventions

    Indicates important information that helps to avoid and Note troubleshoot problems. Obtaining Documents Product support documents can be viewed or downloaded from our Web site. Alternatively, contact your Customer Service representative to request a document. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 11: Unpacking/Shipping Information

    Keep at least one set of original packaging, in the event that you need to return a product for servicing. Product Servicing Except for firmware upgrades, HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 modules are not designed for field servicing. All hardware upgrades, modifications, or repairs require you to return the modules to the Customer Service center.

  • Page 12: Restriction On Hazardous Substances (Rohs) Compliance

    July 1, 2006 are exempt from the legislation. Equipment that complies with the EU directive will be marked with a RoHS-compliant emblem, as shown in Figure P-1. Figure P-1. RoHS Compliance Emblem HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 13: Waste From Electrical And Electronic Equipment (Weee) Compliance

    Contact your local sales representative for information on returning these products for recycling. Equipment that complies with the EU directive will be marked with a WEEE-compliant emblem, as shown in Figure P-2. Figure P-2. WEEE Compliance Emblem HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 14: Safety

    Statements identifying conditions or practices that may result in personal injury or loss of life. High voltage is present. CAUTION Statements identifying conditions or practices that can result in damage to the equipment or other property. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 15: Overview

    Overview The HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 are two- and four-channel high-definition audio demultiplexers, respectively. The HDX6800+B2 and HDX6800+C2 modules can de-embed two AES audio signals from a provided HD video signal, while the HDX6800+B4 and HDX6800+C4 can de-embed four AES audio signals.

  • Page 16: Product Description

    Chapter 1: Introduction Product Description General Description The HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 HDTV Two and Four Channel AES Demultiplexers can (respectively) de-embed two and four AES audio signals from a single 1.5 Gb/s HD video signal in both balanced (B2 and B4) and unbalanced (C2 and C4) formats.

  • Page 17: Main Features

    Chapter 1: Introduction Main Features Other HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 features include the following: • Inputs: • One SMPTE 292M HD-SDI input • One unbalanced DARS AES reference input • One balanced DARS AES reference input (HDX6800+B2/B4 versions only) • Outputs: •...

  • Page 18: Module Descriptions

    Figure 1-1. Typical 6800+ Module Table 1-1 on page 5 briefly describes generic 6800+ LEDs, switches, and jumpers. See “Chapter 3: Operation” for more information on specific HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 module controls, LEDs, and jumpers. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 19 • Local: Locks out external control panels and allows Local/remote card-edge control only; limits the functionality of control jumper remote software applications to alarm monitoring • Remote: Allows remote or local (card-edge) configuration, operation, and monitoring of the HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 20: Back Connectors

    Chapter 1: Introduction Back Connectors HDX6800+B2 Figure 1-2 shows the double-slot back connector used by the HDX6800+B2 module when installed in an FR6802+XF frame. DARS IN Unbalanced DARS HD video input input HD IN DARS IN BAL Balanced DARS input...
  • Page 21 HDX6800+B4 module when installed in an FR6802+XF frame. DARS IN Unbalanced DARS HD video input input HD IN DARS IN BAL Balanced DARS input HD-SDI reclocked RECLK Balanced AES outputs outputs Figure 1-3. HDX6800+B4 Back Connector HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 22 HDX6800+C2 module when installed in an FR6802+XF frame. DARS IN Unbalanced DARS HD video input input HD IN Unbalanced AES outputs HD-SDI RECLK reclocked outputs Reserved for future use Figure 1-4. HDX6800+C2 Back Connector HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 23 HDX6800+C4 module when installed in an FR6802+XF frame. DARS IN Unbalanced DARS HD video input input HD IN Unbalanced AES HD-SDI outputs RECLK reclocked outputs Figure 1-5. HDX6800+C4 Back Connector HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 24: Signal Flow

    Chapter 1: Introduction Signal Flow Figure 1-6 shows the basic signal flow of the HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 modules. Serializer Driver 1 Reclocked HD-SDI input/output HD-SDI input Deserializer outputs De-embedder Equalizer input/output Driver 2 Serializer input/output Audio processing DARS outputs amplifier...

  • Page 25: Chapter 2: Installation Overview

    Chapter 2 Installation Overview This chapter describes the HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 installation process, including the following topics: • “Maximum 6800+ Frame Power Ratings” on page 12 • “Unpacking the Module” on page 13 • “Setting Jumpers” on page 14 •...

  • Page 26: Maximum 6800+ Frame Power Ratings

    Chapter 2: Installation Maximum 6800+ Frame Power Ratings The power consumption for HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 modules is 7 W from the positive supply and 0.3 W from the negative supply. Power consumption information is also listed in Chapter 4: “Specifications”.

  • Page 27: Unpacking The Module

    Chapter 2: Installation Unpacking the Module Preparing the Product for Installation Before you install the HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4, perform the following: • Check the equipment for any visible damage that may have occurred during transit. • Confirm receipt of all items on the packing list. See “Checking the...

  • Page 28: Setting Jumpers

    Chapter 2: Installation Setting Jumpers The HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 modules have one standard jumper for remote or local control. Figure 2-1 shows the location of the REM/LOC jumper. REM/LOC jumper Remote/local Figure 2-1. Location of the REM/LOC Jumper Follow this procedure to set the REM/LOC jumper for either remote or local control: 1.
  • Page 29 The white triangle near the jumper pins on the module indicates pin 1. Table 1-1 on page 5 for more information on local/remote control jumper functionality. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 30: Installing Hdx6800+ Modules

    Likewise, ensure that the front module is unplugged from the frame before removing the rear module. See the FR6802+ Frames Installation and Operation Manual for information about installing and operating an FR6802+ frame and its components. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 31: Upgrading Module Firmware

    The frame must contain or be connected to another frame that contains an ICE6800+ or a 6800+Eth module. Note Firmware for the HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 must be updated in Boot Loader mode. In the unlikely event that the upgrade fails (because of such situations as network interruptions, power failures, etc.), the module may not...
  • Page 32 Information about discovering modules can also be found in your CCS software application manual or online help. (If you cannot discover the device, see “Manually Adding a Device to the Discovery or Network Folder” on page 22.) HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 33 9. Before proceeding with the firmware upgrade, you can— • Highlight the module’s position in the Navigation window by clicking Find Device. • View the firmware version currently installed on the module by clicking Version Info. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 34 If for some reason the upgrade fails, the module may not respond to controls and will appear to be non-functional. In that event, follow the procedures described in “Correcting a Failed Upgrading Procedure” on page HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 35: Correcting A Failed Upgrading Procedure

    “Upgrading the Firmware” beginning with step 6 on page 19. If not, you must manually add the device to the Discovery or Network folder. To do this, see the next section. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 36 If you make changes in the last field (located above and to the right of the Set Default button), you may lose your connection to the module. If this happens, you will need to rediscover the module. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 37: Overview

    Chapter 3 Operation Overview This chapter describes how to operate the HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 using card-edge controls only. See the following documents for information on how to operate this product remotely: +Pilot Lite User Manual for serial control interface •...

  • Page 38: Operating Notes

    Chapter 2: Installation Operating Notes When setting the control parameters on the HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4, observe the following: • If you make changes to certain parameters, other related parameters may also be affected. See the section “Setting HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Control Parameters” on page 32 for more information.

  • Page 39: Audio Processing Information

    (or possibly compressed audio) and is not suitable for D/ A conversion. The V-bit of the incoming audio channel is set to 0. This can indicate that the audio sample word data is valid and is suitable for D/A conversion. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 40: Demux Group Control (Grp1-4 Ctrl)

    The output audio rate of the HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 modules are always 48 kHz. De-embedding audio that was embedded at a rate other than 48 kHz is not supported. The HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 modules will report the embedded audio group sampling rates, as indicated by the “Rate”...

  • Page 41: Non-Pcm Processing

    • Output Ch2B Invert=Disabled Output Ch2B Format=Auto and Out Ch2B Format Fb= Non-PCM • Output Ch2B Gain=Enabled Output Ch2B Format=PCM • Output Ch2B Invert=Enabled Output Ch2B Format=Auto and Out Ch2B Format Fb= PCM HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 42 • Output Ch4B Invert= Enabled Output Ch4A Format=Auto and Out Ch4B Format Fb=PCM • 1 Conditions for parameters related to output channels 3A, 3B, 4A, and 4B apply only to HDX6800+B4 and HDX6800+C4 module versions. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 43: Channel Dithering

    The channel fade rate is a single control for all output channels. This feature is only applied to output channels operating in PCM format. It is automatically disabled for individual output channels operating in Non-PCM format. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 44: Changing Parameter Settings

    Chapter 2: Installation Changing Parameter Settings Follow these steps to change the HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 parameter settings: 1. Rotate the mode select rotary switch (hex switch) to “0.” 2. Once the hex switch is set to “0,” toggle the navigation switch up or down to select a bank.

  • Page 45: Recalling Default Parameter Settings

    Reading Software and Hardware Versions The current software version of your HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 module can only be viewed using a CCS-enabled control panel or a CCS software application, such as Pilot or +Pilot Lite.

  • Page 46: Setting Hdx6800+B2/C2 And Hdx6800+B4/C4 Control Parameters

    [RO] = Indicates that parameters are read-only/feedback, and cannot be used to select controls * = Indicates that this parameter is only available on HDX6800+B2 and HDX6800+B4 module versions ** = Indicates that this parameter is only available on HDX6800+B4...
  • Page 47 Controls handling of DBN (Data Block Number) error reporting • Ignore 0, A to 0, E Input Ch01 to Ch05 Adjusts delay for de-embedded channels 0.0 to 1320.0 msec Delay 01 to 05, respectively HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 48 • Ch06 • Ch07 • Ch08 • Ch09 • Ch10 • Ch11 • Ch12 • Ch13 • Ch14 • Ch15 • Ch16 • TstTone 1 • TstTone 2 • TstTone 3 • TstTone 4 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 49 • Ch06 • Ch07 • Ch08 • Ch09 • Ch10 • Ch11 • Ch12 • Ch13 • Ch14 • Ch15 • Ch16 • TstTone 1 • TstTone 2 • TstTone 3 • TstTone 4 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 50 • Ch06 • Ch07 • Ch08 • Ch09 • Ch10 • Ch11 • Ch12 • Ch13 • Ch14 • Ch15 • Ch16 • TstTone 1 • TstTone 2 • TstTone 3 • TstTone 4 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 51 • Ch06 • Ch07 • Ch08 • Ch09 • Ch10 • Ch11 • Ch12 • Ch13 • Ch14 • Ch15 • Ch16 • TstTone 1 • TstTone 2 • TstTone 3 • TstTone 4 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 52 • Ch06 • Ch07 • Ch08 • Ch09 • Ch10 • Ch11 • Ch12 • Ch13 • Ch14 • Ch15 • Ch16 • TstTone 1 • TstTone 2 • TstTone 3 • TstTone 4 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 53 • Ch06 • Ch07 • Ch08 • Ch09 • Ch10 • Ch11 • Ch12 • Ch13 • Ch14 • Ch15 • Ch16 • TstTone 1 • TstTone 2 • TstTone 3 • TstTone 4 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 54 • Ch06 • Ch07 • Ch08 • Ch09 • Ch10 • Ch11 • Ch12 • Ch13 • Ch14 • Ch15 • Ch16 • TstTone 1 • TstTone 2 • TstTone 3 • TstTone 4 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 55 2, 8 Output Ch2A Format Selects the AES format for output channel • Non-PCM • Auto • PCM 2, 9 Output Ch2B Format Selects the AES format for output channel • Non-PCM • Auto HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 56 Invert** • Yes • No 3, D Output Ch4A Invert control for output channel 4A Invert** • Yes • No 3, E Output Ch4B Invert control for output channel 4B Invert** • Yes HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 57 3 • 20 bits • 16 bits • 24 bits 4, F Output 4 Word Selects the word length for output audio Length** channel pair 4 • 20 bits • 16 bits HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 58 Group 4 Present Reports the presence of audio group 4 in the HD SDI stream • Yes • No [RO] DARS Input Present Reports the presence of the DARS input signal • Yes HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 59 1 • 1=== • =2=4 • 12=4 • ==34 • 1=34 • =234 • 1234 • =2== • 12== • ==3= • 1=3= • =23= • 123= • ===4 • 1==4 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 60 2 • 1=== • =2=4 • 12=4 • ==34 • 1=34 • =234 • 1234 • =2== • 12== • ==3= • 1=3= • =23= • 123= • ===4 • 1==4 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 61 3 • 1=== • =2=4 • 12=4 • ==34 • 1=34 • =234 • 1234 • =2== • 12== • ==3= • 1=3= • =23= • 123= • ===4 • 1==4 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 62 • N/A • FreeRun • 48.0 kHz [RO] Group 3 Smpl Rate Reports the sampling rate from the control packet of audio group 3 • 44.1 kHz • 32.0 kHz • N/A • FreeRun HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 63 Reports if a parity error has occurred in the group 2 de-embedder • Yes • No [RO] Group 2 ECC Error Reports if an error correction code error has occurred in the group 2 de-embedder • Yes HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 64 • PCM [RO] Out Ch4B Format Reports the AES format of output channel Fb** • Non-PCM • Peak [RO] Out Ch1A Status Reports the status (peak/silence/normal) of output channel 1A • Silence • Normal HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 65 HD stream, positive values indicate that the video leads the audio, while negative values indicate that the audio leads the video. Note that these parameters only notify the network if there is a change in value; typically, these values do not change. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 66: Leds And Alarms

    Chapter 2: Installation LEDs and Alarms Monitoring LEDs The HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 has 10 monitoring LEDs that serve as a quick monitoring reference. Figure 3-1 shows the general location of the monitoring LEDs on a generic 6800+ module. The table that follows, “Monitoring...
  • Page 67 • OFF: Group 3 audio is not present • GREEN: Group 4 AUDIO4 Reports the presence of audio audio is present group 4 in the HD SDI stream • OFF: Group 4 audio is not present HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 68: Module Status Leds

    Chapter 2: Installation Module Status LEDs The HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 modules do not have any card-edge alarms. Instead, module status LEDs on the corner of the module light up if an error is detected. See Figure 3-1 on page 52...

  • Page 69: Alarms

    Chapter 3: Operation Alarms The table below describes the specific alarms for HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 modules. You can only identify specific alarms using a software control application. Table 3-9. Alarm Descriptions Alarm Name Alarm Description Alarm Level SDI IP Video Present...
  • Page 70 Group 4 ECC Error Group4 demux error Minor LossOfAudioAlarm Loss of audio Major Video Standard Video format selection error Major Mismatch Note LossOfAudioAlarm activates when no embedded audio groups are detected in the HD-SDI stream. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 71: Overview

    • “HD-SDI Video Input” on page 58 • “DARS Input” on page 58 • “AES Balanced Output (HDX6800+B2/B4 Only)” on page 59 • “AES Unbalanced Output (HDX6800+C2/C4 Only)” on page 59 • “HD-SDI Video Output (Reclocked)” on page 60 •...

  • Page 72: Chapter 4: Specifications

    • HDX6800+C2/C4: Unbalanced, AC coupled • HDX6800+B2/B42: BNC (IEC169-8) Connector or 3-pin WECO • HDX6800+C2/C4: BNC (IEC169-8) Impedance 75Ω (unbalanced)/110Ω (balanced) Return loss >25 dB, 0.1 to 6 MHz (applies to coax input only) HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 73: Outputs

    Rise/fall time 30 to 44 ns (10% to 90%) Bits 16, 20, or 24 Channel status and user bits Maintained, but professional mode, 48 kHz (see “Appendix A: Audio Bit Manipulation” for more information) HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 74: Hd-Sdi Video Output (Reclocked)

    D.C. offset 0.0 V pk-to-pk ±0.5 V Rise/fall time <270 ps, within 100 ps of each other Overshoot <10% of amplitude • >100 kHz: <135ps Jitter • 10 Hz to 100 kHz: <675 ps HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 75: Propagation Delay

    Audio (minimum delay setting) 3.9 msec, combined embedding and de-embedding (applicable to combinations of the HDX6800+ and HMX6800+) Power Consumption The total power consumption for the HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 is approximately 7 W from the positive rail and 0.3 W from the negative rail. Operating Temperature The operating temperature for HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 modules is 41°...
  • Page 76 Chapter 4: Specifications HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 77: Appendix A: Audio Bit Manipulation

    Appendix A Audio Bit Manipulation Overview The tables in this appendix contain information on the manipulation of bits that occur when using HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 modules. The following items are documented: • C-bit • V-bit and U-bit • Audio sampling frequency and word length Table A-1.

  • Page 78: Manipulating Channel Status Bits (C-Bit)

    [10] 44.1 kHz [11] 32 kHz • RX ignores bits 0 to 3 [0000] Not indicated [0001] Two channel • TX sets bits to [0000] [0010] Mono [0011] Prim/sec [0100] Stereo [0101] to [1111] Undefined HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 79 0 to 1 [00] Not a reference [01] Grade 1 reference • TX sets bits to [00] [10] Grade 2 reference [11] Undefined • RX ignores bits Reserved • TX sets bits to [0] HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 80 • TX passed bits unmodified • RX ignores bits 0 to 3 Reserved • TX passed bits unmodified • RX ignores bits Bytes 0 to 5 reliability flag • TX passed bits unmodified HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 81: Manipulating Validity And User Bits (V-Bit And U-Bit)

    Table A-3. V-Bit and U-Bit Data Descriptions Item Remarks • RX optionally mutes data if Validity (V) bit enabled • TX passes bit unmodified • RX ignores bits User (U) bit • TX passed bits unmodified HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 82: Identifying Audio Characteristics (Audio Sampling Frequency And Word Length)

    Table A-4. Audio Sampling Frequency and Word Length Item Remarks • RX: 48 kHz Audio sampling frequency • TX: 48 kHz • RX: 16 to 24 bits Audio word length • TX: 16 to 24 bits HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 83: Overview

    Find the following troubleshooting information in this appendix: • “General Troubleshooting Steps” on page 70 • “Software Communication and Control Issues” on page 71 • “Hardware Communication and Control Issues” on page 75 • “Contacting Customer Service” on page 75 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 84: General Troubleshooting Steps

    Operation Manual, and in the 6800+ Safety Instructions and Standards Manual. 3. Contact your Customer Service representative if, after following these initial steps, you cannot resolve the issue. To contact your Customer Service, see “Contacting Customer Service” on page HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 85: Software Communication And Control Issues

    5 to 5 for ground. • An ICE6800+ module is installed in the frame (+ Pilot Lite control is disabled if an ICE6800+ module is installed in the frame; ICE6800+ modules are used for CCS control). HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 86 If there are bent pins, carefully re-position them to their correct positions. If this is not possible, then a back module can be exchanged from manufacturer. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 87: Pilot Lite Does Not Find All Modules In Frame

    Is the module properly seated in the frame? Check the positioning of the module in its slot in the frame. • Does the Control window indicate the device is “ready”? The device may be powered off or disconnected from the network. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 88: Pilot Lite Status Bar Reports 'Not Ready

    While the query does not automatically retry, it will post an “Alarm query failed” message to the Diagnostics window. To clear an “Alarm query failed” message, right-click inside the Diagnostics window, and then select Refresh from the resulting context menu. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 89: Hardware Communication And Control Issues

    We are committed to providing round-the-clock, 24-hour service to our customers around the world. Visit the Support sections of our Web site www.broadcast.harris.com/leitch for information on how to contact the Customer Service team in your geographical region. HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 90 Appendix B: Communication and Control Troubleshooting Tips HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 91: Index

    25 Correcting failed upgrades 21 processing information 25 cross-functional parameter changes 27 repeat 26 sampling frequency 68 sampling rate 48 DARS input 33 silence 25 DBN errors 33 test tones 26 de-embedder 26 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 92 26 hardware versions 31 hex switch 30 Navigation Properties box 22 navigation switch 4 Navigator 23 ICE6800+ 71 network connection 74 input channel feedback 25 non-PCM processing 27 inputs 2 normal audio 25 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 93 74 user bit 67 rem/loc jumper 14 location 4 remote control 14 Removing and installing modules 16 validity bit 25 repeat audio 26 v-bit 25 restore defaults 31 versions, software and hardware 31 HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 94 Index word length 29 writing conventions ii Warranty information ii www.broadcast.harris.com/leitch ii WEEE compliance v HDX6800+B2/C2 and HDX6800+B4/C4 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 96 Customer Service Support +1 416 445 4032 +1 888 LEITCH-6 +1 888 534 8246 Harris is a registered trademark of Harris Corporation. Trademarks and tradenames are the property of their respective companies. Broadcast Communications Division 4393 Digital Way | Mason, OH USA 45040 | Tel: 1 (513) 459 3400 www.broadcast.harris.com ©2006 Harris Corporation...

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