Lynx D VA 5120 L, Reference Manual

Page 1: ...Series 5000 Reference Manual D VA 5120 L Dual Analog Video Distribution Amplifier CardModule Version 1 3 LYNX Technik AG Brunnenweg 3 D 64331 Weiterstadt Germany www lynx technik com ...

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Page 3: ...arranty shall not apply to any defect failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate maintenance and care LYNX Technik shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a to repair damage resulting from attempts by personnel other than LYNX Technik representatives to install repair or service the product b to repair damage resulting from improper use or connection t...

Page 4: ...perated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own...

Page 5: ...ettings and Control 13 Switch Settings 13 Switch Function Detail 14 Factory Preset Condition 14 Link Settings 15 Input coupling 15 Input Clamp 15 Adjustment Procedures 17 Set Dual 1 4 or 1 8 mode 18 Set Video Gain 19 Set Equalization 20 Set Unity Gain 21 Set Unity Equalization 22 Auto Store 22 Alarm LED Status Indicators 23 Channel Condition Indicators 23 Front Panel Alarm Indicator 23 Locate Func...

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Page 7: ...re provided for each channel The module is microprocessor controlled and all settings are stored in internal flash ram Presence detection is provided via status LED s and a front side alarm LED is also provided Optional remote control status reporting and SNMP error reporting is supported when using the LYNX central control system The LYNX control system is set up to do this most of the time The D...

Page 8: ...0 L Functional Diagram Module Layout Figure 2 shows the physical layout of the D VA 5120 L CardModule Video I O is made on the supplied connection plate through standard BNC video connectors Module configuration is set via a small dip switch and a up down push button located on the front of the PCB When used in single mode 1x1 6 IN 1 is used as the input signal ...

Page 9: ...Reference Manual D VA 5120 L Version1 3 Page 9 Figure 2 Module Layout ...

Page 10: ...Reference Manual D VA 5120 L Version1 3 Page 10 Caution Use static precautions when handling the PCB Static discharge could result in serious damage to the module ...

Page 11: ...5 Ohm BNC connectors Connection is self explanatory We recommend the use of high quality video cables to reduce the risk of interference or errors due to excessive cable attenuation Note Due to the compact design of the rear connection plate it will be necessary to use a connection tool to secure the BNC video connectors to the module ...

Page 12: ...be located b Remove the blank connection panel from the rear of the rack if fitted c Install the rear connection panel using the screws supplied Do not tighten the screws fully d Slide the card module into the card frame and carefully check the CardModule easily connects to the rear connection plate The card should fit easily and should not require excessive force to insert if you feel high resist...

Page 13: ...are defined Switch function is described in more detail after the table below When in single mode the IN 1 video input is used Switch Setting Function ON Dual 1 3 mode 1 OFF Single 1 6 mode ON Gain adjustment selected 2 OFF Equalizer adjustment selected ON Unity selected 3 OFF Unity not selected ON Channel 1 selected 4 OFF Channel 2 selected Alarm LED Ana Video Dist Amp D AA 5320 Channel 2 UP DN U...

Page 14: ... dual 1 6 mode Dip Switch 2 This switch selects the parameter for adjustment using the module push buttons ON selects gain OFF selects equalization Dip Switch 3 This switch sets unity gain equalization for the module ON selects unity OFF allows for adjustment Dip Switch 4 This switch selects the channel for adjustment ON selects channel 1 OFF selects channel 2 Factory Preset Condition The D VA 512...

Page 15: ...ure 3 shows the locations and settings Input Clamp The input clamping can be turned on or off for each input channel This is done using physical links on the card and the card will need to be removed from the card frame for changes to be made Figure 3 shows the locations and settings Note When set to single 1 6 mode of operation only channel 1 is used Note It is not necessary to power down the fra...

Page 16: ...6 T8 T7 T9 T4 T5 Channel 1 DC Input Coupling 1 3 1 3 Channel 1 AC Input Coupling 1 3 1 3 T6 T7 Channel 2 DC Input Coupling 1 3 1 3 Channel 2 AC Input Coupling 1 3 1 3 T8 T9 Channel 1 Clamp ON 1 3 Channel 1 Clamp OFF 1 3 T4 Channel 2 Clamp ON 1 3 Channel 2 Clamp OFF 1 3 T5 Link Locations ...

Page 17: ...h setting process The adjustments are made through imbedded micro controller and settings stored on internal flash ram To simplify the configuration and setting of the module a series of procedures has been defined to make setting the module easier These are Set Dual 1 3 or 1 6 Mode Set Video Gain Set Equalization Set Unity Gain Set Unity Equalization These procedures capture most things you would...

Page 18: ...to 6 Video amplifier The signal on the IN 1 input channel is passed through the amplifier providing eight outputs Use this procedure to select 2 x 1 to 3 or 1 x 1 to 6 modes of operation 1 Set Switch 1 to OFF for 1 6 mode or ON for dual 1 3 mode 2 If 10 seconds pass with no further adjustment both channel status LEDS will flash yellow four times This confirms setting has been written into flash ra...

Page 19: ...el 5 Press the push button either UP or DN to make the necessary gain adjustment for the selected channel 6 If using dual mode set switch 4 to select the second channel and repeat 5 above 7 If 10 seconds pass with no further adjustments being made both channel status LEDS will flash yellow four times This confirms settings have been written into flash ram and stored This switch is only used functi...

Page 20: ...nnel 5 Press the push button either UP or DN to make the necessary equalization adjustment for the selected channel 6 If using dual mode set switch 4 to select the second channel and repeat 5 above 7 If 10 seconds pass with no further adjustments being made both channel status LEDS will flash yellow four times This confirms settings have been written into flash ram and stored This switch is only u...

Page 21: ...selected channel 5 Press the push button either UP or DN once to set unity gain for the selected channel 6 If using dual mode set switch 4 to select the second channel and repeat 5 above 7 If 10 seconds pass with no further adjustments being made both channel status LEDS will flash yellow four times This confirms settings have been written into flash ram and stored This switch is only used functio...

Page 22: ... channel 6 If using dual mode set switch 4 to select the second channel and repeat 5 above 7 If 10 seconds pass with no further adjustments being made both channel status LEDS will flash yellow four times This confirms settings have been written into flash ram and stored This switch is only used functional when the module is configured for dual 1 3 mode of operation If 1 6 mode of operation is sel...

Page 23: ... figure 2 Function described below Front Panel Alarm Indicator There is also a single alarm LED that is designed for quick and easy indication of a problem condition This is visible through the front cover of the rack frame when fitted LED OFF indicates power is lost or there is a power supply fault LED Color Indication Green Input Present Yellow Adjustment aid Red No input LED Color Indication Gr...

Page 24: ...selected on the control system there is a locate button on the top of the GUI Locate Function in Control System When Locate is selected the status indicator on the GUI and the module LEDs will flash yellow in the following continuous sequence 3 short flashes Pause 3 short flashes This uses the alarm LED located on the front of the module and in some cases any channel or status LEDs that may be use...

Page 25: ...requency Response 0 1dB to 30 MHz 3dB at 66 MHz Differential Gain 0 20 Differential Phase 0 15 Hor Vert tilt 0 5 Signal to noise ratio 69 dB to 17MHz RMS noise 700mV unweighted Hum 0 5 mV Gain 3 2 db 3 6 db in 256 increments Cable Equalization Up to 200m using Belden 8281 Control Local settings dip switch Status Monitoring LED Signal presence and alarm Electrical Specifications Operating Voltage 5...

Page 26: ...rd Frame R CT 5030 Master controller with TCP IP interface for the R FR 5010 Card Frame R CT 5010 Rack Bus Extension for the R FR 5010 Card Frame In combination with R CT 5020 Parts List Due to the very dense design and miniature surface mount technology the module is not field serviceable The information for a replacement assembly is below D VA 5120 L Card Module complete Description Dual Analog ...

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