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- Page 1 IP-SDI 4i IPTV Decoder Product Manual 972.931.2728 | 888.972.2728 | www.contemporaryresearch.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Overview ..................................3 Connecting the IP-SDI 4i ............................. 4 IPTV – Unicast/Multicast ............................. 4 Channel List .................................. 4 Front Panel Setup Menus.............................. 6 Front-Panel Button Sequences ............................. 6 Setup Notes .................................. 7 On-Screen AV Menu ..............................7 Web Pages ..................................9 Creating and Loading the Channel List ........................ -
Page 3: Overview
Channel up/down commands will step through the channels in the list. CR Toolbox software is a free PC application designed to connect and update CR products. It may be used to create and edit the channel list and upload the list to one or more IP-SDI 4i units. Individual channels may be added to or deleted from the list using CR Toolbox software or via RS-232 command. -
Page 4: Connecting The Ip-Sdi 4I
Unicast communication is used when the IPTV stream is to be transmitted from one encoder directly to one decoder. Only one decoder can view the content of the IPTV stream at a time. The encoder can be connected to the IP-SDI 4i directly or through a network switch. This mode is for simple one-to-one communication from the encoder to the decoder. - Page 5 On board web pages are available control and configuration. Connect the ethernet port of the IP-SDI 4i to a PC. A crossover cable is not required. Open a web browser in the PC and enter the IP address of the IP-SDI 4i into the address bar to access the web pages.
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Page 6: Front Panel Setup Menus
Press Power and Up together when at the System: Firmware front panel setup menu to reset to the default settings. Display IP Address Hold Setup to display the IP address. Display Info Banner Hold Select to display the on-screen info banner. Page | 6 IP-SDI 4i Product Manual 042020... -
Page 7: Setup Notes
The IP-SDI 4i will respond to a universal remote with the TV type set to Sharp. Captioning Embedded captioning data is available on the SDI video output as EIA-708 caption data. On-screen captioning may be enabled from the on- screen menu, IR remote, web page control, or RS-232 commands. - Page 8 Multi-Track Sound – Select available audio tracks Digital Output – Select AC-3, PCM, or PCM Variable Auto Volume – Enable/Disable dynamic range compression Menu Language Select the language for the on-screen AV menus and graphics. Page | 8 IP-SDI 4i Product Manual 042020...
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Page 9: Web Pages
Web Pages The IP-SDI 4i features web pages accessible by any browser over IP. Launch the web browser and enter the IP address of the IP–SDI 4i in the address bar. The current IP address may be displayed on the front panel by holding down the Setup button. - Page 10 Page | 10 IP-SDI 4i Product Manual 042020...
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Page 11: Creating And Loading The Channel List
Creating and Loading the Channel List A list of available channels will need to be entered into the IP-SDI 4i in order to view the IPTV streams. Each channel entry will include UDP/RTP, channel number, IP address and port, program number, and channel name. Each channel’s IP address can be that of a unicast or multicast stream. - Page 12 Click on the IP-SDI 4i tab in the device section to view the list of IP-SDI 4i units. Click on the Ch List tab to create a channel list. Channel information will need to be entered in the appropriate fields for each IPTV stream. After the fields are complete, click on the Add/Modify button and the channel list will be updated.
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Page 13: Hd2-Rc Ir Remote
HD2-RC IR Remote The optional HD2-RC IR Remote can be used to setup the IP-SDI 4i and for daily operation. All functions on the remote have equivalent commands in RS-232, Ethernet, and wired IR formats. Power Press to toggle on and off. -
Page 14: Control Commands
General Protocol Specifications Command strings sent to the IP-SDI 4i begin with the ASCII > (greater than symbol) as an ‘Attention’ character and end with a carriage return (ASCII CR, Hex $0D, or keyboard Enter) as an ‘End of command’ character. - Page 15 Returns T Channel/Source status string Request V mode status Returns V Audio status string Request S Mode status Returns S Front Panel status string Request Q Mode status Returns Q Mode status string Page | 15 IP-SDI 4i Product Manual 042020...
- Page 16 7=230.4K Miscellaneous Commands Help Returns a list of serial commands Set Name Sets the IP-SDI 4i name. Limited to 20 characters Get Name Returns the IP-SDI 4i name Returns the product model and application firmware version Reload factory default settings Reconfigures unit for all factory default settings.
- Page 17 IP-SDI 4i status response strings contain ASCII characters similar to those used for the same functions in command strings. An ASCII 'carriage return' and 'line feed' follow each response string. Functions shown as N/A are not applicable or available for the IP-SDI 4i; characters will appear in status strings as lower-case x.
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Page 18: Rs-232 Cable Connection
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Page 19: Firmware Update
Firmware Update CR Toolbox searches for new firmware and prompts the user to add the update to its database. The IP-SDI 4i Update tab will display the latest versions available, and the Refresh button will restart a search for new software. If the Application version is higher than the version shown in the IP-SDI 4i list: ... -
Page 20: Universal Rack Mount Kit
Universal Rack Mount Kit The IP-SDI 4i is shipped with a Universal Rack Mounting Kit (RKU). The RKU will allow for mounting of a single unit or two units side-by-side in a 19" rack. One Universal Rack Mounting Kit will be included with the purchase of each product and will include the following parts: Two (2) Short Rack Ears ... -
Page 21: Ip-Sdi 4I Specifications
A/C: N/A SDI: SD/HD/3G Level A HDMI: Type A, HD video and digital audio RS-232: DB-9 male data link to control system 12VDC: 2.1mm coaxial jack (inside center conductor positive), 1.1A max Page | 21 IP-SDI 4i Product Manual 042020... - Page 22 HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories, Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Laboratories Page | 22 IP-SDI 4i Product Manual 042020...
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Page 23: Safety Instructions And Warranty
Product Service: Contemporary Research will test, repair, or replace the product or products without charge if the unit is under warranty. If the product is out of warranty, Contemporary Research will test, and then repair the product or products. The parts and labor charge will be estimated by a technician and confirmed by the customer prior to repair. - Page 24 Products not under Warranty: Payment arrangements are required before outbound shipment for all out of warranty products. General RMA Terms and Procedures: RMA’s are valid for 30 days and will be issued only to authorized active Contemporary Research dealers and distributors.
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