Instruction Manual: evolution 5000 E5710 and E5720 Encoder
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ST.TM.E10074.1
Chapter 1
1.
Introduction to the Basic Encoder
Contents
1.1 Scope of this Manual................................................. 1-3
1.1.1 Who Should Use This Manual ...................... 1-3
1.1.2 Build Version................................................. 1-3
1.1.3 What Equipment is Covered by This
Manual.......................................................... 1-4
Equipment Models........................................ 1-4
Information Label.......................................... 1-4
Hardware Configuration................................ 1-5
Build Revision............................................... 1-5
1.2 Role of the Encoder in a System............................... 1-5
1.2.1 Typical System ............................................. 1-5
1.2.2 Single Programme Transport Stream........... 1-6
1.2.3 Multiple Channels Per Carrier....................... 1-6
1.3 Summary of Features................................................ 1-8
1.3.1 Video Encoding............................................. 1-8
MPEG-2 Encoding........................................ 1-8
Video Encoding Modes................................. 1-8
Video Inputs.................................................. 1-8
Video Input Types......................................... 1-8
Serial Digital Video Input Error Detection
and Handling (EDH)...................................... 1-8
Video Encoding Functions............................ 1-8
Motion Estimation ......................................... 1-9
Video Variable Bit-rate.................................. 1-9
Coding Resolutions....................................... 1-9
Internal Frame Synchroniser ...................... 1-10
Output on Video Loss ................................. 1-10
1.3.2 Audio Encoding........................................... 1-10
General....................................................... 1-10
Audio Inputs................................................ 1-11
Audio Channels .......................................... 1-11
MPEG Encoding Modes..............................1-11
Dolby Digital (AC-3) Encoding Modes.........1-11
Test Tones ..................................................1-12
Audio Variable Bit-rate ................................1-12
Dolby Digital (AC-3).....................................1-12
1.3.3 Vertical Blanking Interval (VBI) Line
Processing Modes.......................................1-13
Introduction .................................................1-13
VBI in Picture...............................................1-13
VBI User Data .............................................1-13
VBI in PID....................................................1-14
Teletext Extraction.......................................1-14
1.3.4 Outputs........................................................1-14
1.3.5 Control and Monitoring................................1-14
1.3.6 Options and Upgrades ................................1-15
1.4 Guided Tour.............................................................1-15
1.4.1 Enclosure ....................................................1-15
1.4.2 The User Interface ......................................1-15
1.4.3 Front Panel Description...............................1-15
Front Panel Display, Navigation Keys,
Softkeys, Keyboard .....................................1-15
Power Supply Stand-by Switch (E5720
Only)............................................................1-16
1.4.4 Rear Panel Description ...............................1-17
Introduction .................................................1-17
1U Chassis..................................................1-17
2U Chassis..................................................1-17
1.4.5 Boards in the Basic Encoder.......................1-17
List of Figures
Figure 1.1: E5710 Encoder Front View.......................................... 1-4
Figure 1.2: E5720 Encoder Front View.......................................... 1-4
Figure 1.3: Information Label 1...................................................... 1-4
