User`s Manual Standard Definition Messenger Transmitter (SDMT

User’s Manual
The most important thing we build is trust.
Standard Definition Messenger Transmitter
(SDMT-C)
(SDMT-S)
100-M0065X2D
05/29/09
Cobham Surveillance
GMS Products
1916 Palomar Oaks Way Ste 100
Carlsbad, CA 92008
T: 760-496-0055
F: 760-496-0057
www.cobham.com/gms
Table of Contents
1.0 ACRONYMS................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.0 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Key System Features ............................................................................................................................................ 5
3.0 THEORY OF OPERATION......................................................................................................................................... 5
4.0 HARDWARE OVERVIEW.......................................................................................................................................... 6
4.1 SDMT-C...................................................................................................................................................................... 6
4.1.1 SDMT-C Connectors.................................................................................................................................... 6
4.1.1.1 RF Output ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
4.1.1.2 I/O.................................................................................................................................................................... 7
4.1.2 Frequency Select Switches....................................................................................................................... 8
4.2 SDMT-S ...................................................................................................................................................................... 9
4.2.1 SDMT-S Connectors................................................................................................................................... 9
4.2.1.1 RF Output ..................................................................................................................................................... 9
4.2.1.2 I/O..................................................................................................................................................................10
4.2.1.3 SDI/ASI BNC Input Connector..........................................................................................................10
4.2.2 Frequency Select Switches.....................................................................................................................10
4.3 Inline Camera Unit (optional).........................................................................................................................10
4.3.1 SDMT Inline Camera Mount Connectors .........................................................................................10
4.3.1.1 RF Output ...................................................................................................................................................10
4.3.1.2 I/O..................................................................................................................................................................11
4.3.1.3 Video Input ...............................................................................................................................................11
4.3.1.4 Power Switch............................................................................................................................................12
4.3.1.5 LCD Display ...............................................................................................................................................12
4.3.1.6 SDI/ASI Input (optional)......................................................................................................................12
5.0 SOFTWARE OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................................ 12
5.1 System Requirements ........................................................................................................................................12
5.2 Installation..............................................................................................................................................................12
5.3 SDMT Configurator Functions .......................................................................................................................12
5.3.1 Function Buttons.........................................................................................................................................14
5.3.2 Field Definitions...........................................................................................................................................15
5.3.3 Pull-Down Menu Definitions ..................................................................................................................16
5.3.3.1 File.................................................................................................................................................................16
5.3.3.2 Configuration ...........................................................................................................................................16
5.3.3.3 Help...............................................................................................................................................................20
6.0 GETTING STARTED ................................................................................................................................................ 22
6.1 Initial Checkout ....................................................................................................................................................22
7.0 SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................................... 24
7.1 Video Encoding.....................................................................................................................................................24
7.2 Audio Encoding ....................................................................................................................................................24
7.3 Transport Stream .................................................................................................................................................24
7.4 RS-232 Interfaces/RCU/USB...........................................................................................................................24
7.5 COFDM RF Output...............................................................................................................................................24
7.6 Modulation .............................................................................................................................................................25
7.7 Power ........................................................................................................................................................................25
7.8 Physical Dimensions (without mating connectors)...............................................................................25
7.9 Environmental .......................................................................................................................................................25
7.10 SDMT Special Features......................................................................................................................................25
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8.0 THE D/C (DOWN CONVERTER)/IF FREQUENCIES EXPLAINED ........................................................... 26
8.1 IF Frequencies.......................................................................................................................................................26
8.2 Local and Remote Power ..................................................................................................................................26
9.0 CABLE LOSSES .......................................................................................................................................................... 28
9.1 Coax Cable..............................................................................................................................................................28
List of Tables
Table 1 - I/O DB-44 Connector Pin Out......................................................................................................................... 7
Table 2 - I/O DB-15 Connector Pin Out.......................................................................................................................11
Table 3 - SDMT Field Definitions....................................................................................................................................15
Table 4 - DB-9 Connector Pin Out for the D/C .........................................................................................................27
List of Figures
Figure 1 – SDMT-C Connectors .........................................................................................................................................6
Figure 2 – SDMT-S Connectors..........................................................................................................................................9
Figure 3 - SDMT Inline Camera Unit.............................................................................................................................10
Figure 4 – SDMT Configurator Main Screen .............................................................................................................13
Figure 5 - SDMT Configurator Main Screen ..............................................................................................................14
Figure 6A - Scrambling Mode Setup .............................................................................................................................17
Figure 6B - Scrambling Mode Setup..............................................................................................................................17
Figure 7 - Scrambling Key Setup.....................................................................................................................................18
Figure 8 – Others Menu Screen.......................................................................................................................................19
Figure 8A – RF Power Off...................................................................................................................................................20
Figure 9 - Channel Rate Guide .........................................................................................................................................21
Figure 10 - FW Version .......................................................................................................................................................21
Figure 12 - Basic SDML Setup..........................................................................................................................................23
Figure 13 - BDC Connectors.............................................................................................................................................27
Appendix
Appendix A – Cable, SDMT External Breakout .........................................................................................................29
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1.0 Acronyms
This section lists and describes the various acronyms used in this document.
Name
16 QAM
64 QAM
A/V
AES
ABS
ASI
COFDM
CVBS/Y
C
D/C
DDR
DVB-T
FEC
GUI
I/O
Kbaud
Kbps
Mbps
MDL
MDR
MDT
MER
MPEG
MSR
NTSC
PAL
QPSK
RF
RX
SDI
SDML
SDMT
S/N
THD
TX
VDC
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Meaning
16-state Quadrature Amplitude Modulation
64-state Quadrature Amplitude Modulation
Audio/Video
Advanced Encryption System (32 bit)
Messenger Basic Scrambling (8 bit)
Asynchronous Serial Interface
Coded Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing
Composite video/Luminance with S-video
Chroma video
Down-Converter
Digital Diversity Receiver
Digital Video Broadcasting-Terrestrial
Forward Error Correction
Graphical User Interface
Input/ Output
Kilobaud per second
Kilobits per second
Megabits per second
Messenger Digital Link
Messenger Digital Receiver
Messenger Digital Transmitter
Modulation Error Rate
Moving Picture Experts Group
Messenger Smart Receiver
National Television System Committee
Phase Alternation Line
Quadrature Phase Shift Keying
Radio Frequency
Receiver
Serial Digital Interface
Standard Definition Messenger Link
Standard Definition Messenger Transmitter
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Total Harmonic Distortion
Transmitter
Volts (Direct Current)
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2.0 Introduction
GMS’ Standard Definition Messenger Transmitter (SDMT-C) is one of the smallest and lowest power
consumption DVD-T (Digital Video Broadcasting-Terrestrial) compliant
COFDM (Coded Orthogonal
Frequency Division Multiplexed) transmitter available. There are three SDMT models; the SDMT-C
supports standard analog video and audio signals, the SDMT-S which adds an SDI interface, and the
SDMT-A. The SMDT-A supports ASI Transport Stream inputs only. Note that the MPEG Encoder is
removed on this model. These transmitters may be supplied as standalone products or may be
configured in an optional Camera Box that is compatible with most professional cameras. Additionally,
GMS offers a wide variety of companion products required to form a complete link.
A Standard Definition Messenger Link (SDML) is formed when one of the SDMT models is combined
with one of GMS’ Messenger Digital Receivers, one or two external Down-Converters, antennas, and a
SD MPEG-2 decoder. The SDML uses a robust digital modulation system known as Coded Orthogonal
Frequency Division Multiplexed (COFDM) that provides frequency diversity and powerful Forward
Error Correction (FEC) algorithms. The SDML provides a robust wireless link that is effective against the
multi-path interference experienced by analog systems, and provides crisp, clear pictures in the most
difficult of terrains.
Additionally, the SDMT/DDR (Standard Definition Messenger Transmitter and Digital Diversity
Receiver) combination in SP@ML mode can provide an end-to-end latency down to approx. 198ms
without the introduction of any further MPEG encoding artifacts. This ensures that the picture you see
is what is happening now – crucial for applications such as sports coverage, surveillance, and law
enforcement, where personnel are reacting to real-time events.
This manual provides information on how to operate each of the SDMT models as well as pertinent
technical information related to the overall system. Also, refer to model identifier (on-line document,
100-MNI0034) at GMS website, www.cobham.com/gms , for available frequency and power
configurations along with available options.
2.1
Key System Features
• Component, S-Video & Composite with Optional SDI/ASI or ASI Only Interfaces
• Built in 4:2:0 MPEG-2 Video Encoder and MPEG-1 Layer II Audio Encoder
• Coded Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexed (COFDM) Modulation
• Output Frequency 0.36 to 6 GHz (In-Bands)
• Low Power Consumption
• Local and Remote Control Interfaces
• Rugged and Compact Portable Design
3.0 Theory of Operation
The SDMT accepts Composite, S-Video, Component video, SDI/ASI (optional) as well as up to two
audio channels (Mic or line level). The video and audio are compressed (ASI data streams are passed
through bypassing the MPEG encoder) according to MPEG specifications (Video MPEG-2 and Audio
MPEG-1 layer II). The MPEG-2 supports 4:2:0 Chroma sampling, MP@ML and SP@ML profiles and
maintains the original signal’s video fidelity. The audio and video program element streams are
multiplexed with basic service data to indicate the service name into a DVB compliant Transport
Stream (TS).
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The TS stream is then sent through a DVB-T compliant FEC encoder and COFDM modulator. This is
output from the FPGA based modulator core as digital I/Q signals that are converted to Analog I/Q
signals and applied to an I/Q Modulator. The LO that provides the carrier to this I/Q modulator comes
from a low phase-noise programmable synthesizer. The modulated RF output of the I/Q modulator IC
is sent through amplifier chain and ultimately output to the outside world. Programmable attenuators
in the RF processing chain provide signal leveling.
The transmitter is microprocessor controlled. Normally the transmitter is controlled either through an
RS-232 or USB interface via either GMS’ MS Windows control SW or a simple command line interface.
Local Frequency control is also available via rotary switches on the side of the housing.
4.0 Hardware Overview
There are two basic transmitter configurations for the SDMT:
1) The SDMT-C which accepts Composite, S-Video and Component Video,
2) The SDMT-S which accepts Composite, S-Video, Component Video, SDI and ASI inputs
In addition all two configurations of the SDMT can be mounted in an inline professional camera unit
(this is an optional enclosure for mounting the SDMT for professional camera applications). The
hardware for each configuration is shown below:
4.1
SDMT-C
“RF OUT” SMA Connector)
DB-44 Connector
(I/O and Power)
SW100
Frequency
Select Switches.
Figure 1 – SDMT-C Connectors
4.1.1 SDMT-C Connectors
4.1.1.1 RF Output
The SDMT uses a female SMA bulkhead connector for its ‘RF Output’ port.
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4.1.1.2
Note: Transmitters should not be powered on without a load. Doing so could
cause the output PA to stop working. A proper heat sink is also required.
I/O
The ‘I/O’ connector is a male, high-density DB-44. It is used to provide the interface for
external power, audio, analog video, USB and RS-232 signals. The SDMT has a separate
RS232 channel (labeled “Control” on the external breakout cable) for control and
monitoring the unit. GMS SDMT Configurator software program (as explained in section
6) makes use of the RS232 control lines. The RS-232 channel utilizes a 3-wire
configuration. The pin out for the I/O connector is shown in Table 1. NOTE: An
additional RS232 channel (labeled “USER DATA”) is currently provided with the external
breakout cable. The “USER Data” RS232 channel is dedicated for low-rate data to be
transmitted along with the audio and video.
The USB connector is an alternate method of interfacing to the PC if DB-9 connectors
are not available.
Table 1 - I/O DB-44 Connector Pin Out
Pin
Signal
Notes
1
RS232 USER Data Tx
2
RS232 USER Data Rx
3
RS232 GND
4
Not connected
5
SDA
I^2 C bus
6
SCL
I^2 C bus
7
CVBS/Y
Dual use input. 1. Composite video in; 2.
Luminance in (when used with S or Component
Video). Must be selected with GMS Control Software
or through the front panel of the in-line camera
mount box
8
GND
GND for composite video
9
C/Pr
Dual use input. 1.Chroma video (when used with Svideo); 2. Pr (red component when used with
Component Video). Must be selected with GMS
Control Software or through the front panel of the inline camera mount box.
10
GND
GND for Chroma video/Pr component
11
Pb
Blue component when used with Component Video.
12
GND
GND for Pb component
13
GND
GND
14
11-15Vdc
Input power to unit
15
Not connected
+5V
16
USB power, Reset
17
USB Data 18
USB Data +
19
USB Gnd
20-29 Not connected
30
PA_Shut_DN
Provides a TTL signal [+3V} to enable an external PA.
31
RS232 Control Tx
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32
33
34-36
37
38
39
4.1.2
RS232 Control-Rx
RS232 GND
Not connected
Audio right +
Audio right Audio right line opt.
40
41
42
43
Audio right GND
Audio left +
Audio left Audio left line opt
44
Audio left GND
Pin 39 is connected to pin 38 for audio right channel
input impedance of 600 ohms, balance in (mic or line
level)
Pin 43 is connected to pin 42 for audio left channel
input impedance of 600 ohms; balance in (mic or line
level).
Frequency Select Switches
There are four external rotary switches mounted into the chassis of the SDMT (see
Figure 1 & 2). They are used to control RF frequency selection manually. Frequency
selection can also be controlled through GMS control software; see section 6. The rotary
switches can be disable or enable using GMS control software; refer to section 6.3.3.2
under Configuration/Special Setup/Others. The most significant switch (SW100)
represents 1000MHz (0-9) units, the second switch (SW101) represents 100MHz (0-9)
units, the third switch (SW102) represents 10MHz (0-9) units and the fourth switch
(SW103) represents 1MHz (0-9) units. Hence the highest switch selection can be
9999MHz and the lowest is 0000MHz.
For example with the switches in the following positions, the frequency will read
2014MHz:
SW100
9 0 1
8
7
6 5
2
2
3
4
9 0 1
8
7
6 5
0
2
3
4
9 0 1
8
7
6 5
1
2
3
4
9 0 1
8
7
6 5
4
2
3
4
And with the switches in the following positions the frequency will read 924MHz:
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SW100
9 0 1
8
7
6 5
0
2
3
4
9 0 1
8
7
6 5
9
2
3
4
9 0 1
8
7
6 5
2
2
3
4
9 0 1
8
7
6 5
4
2
3
4
Note the following: if the switches are selected for a frequency outside the range of the
frequency band of the SDMT: the transmitter will default to the high side of the frequency
band if the switches are set for a frequency higher than the transmitter frequency band. It
will default to the low side of the frequency band if the switches are set for a frequency
lower than the transmitter frequency band.
4.2
SDMT-S
“RF OUT” SMA Connector)
“SDI/ASI Input”
(BNC Connector)
SW100
DB-44 Connector
(I/O and Power)
Frequency
Select Switches.
Figure 2 – SDMT-S Connectors
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4.2.1 SDMT-S Connectors
4.2.1.1 RF Output
The RF Output connector is the same as the SDMT-C. Refer to section 5.1.1.1 above for
the description.
4.2.1.2
I/O
The I/O connector for the SDMT-S is the same as for the SDMT-C. Refer to section
5.1.1.2 and Table 1 above for the description and pin functions. For the SDMT-A the I/O
connector is limited to only power, ground, USB connections and RS232 functions.
Analog video input functions are not provided.
4.2.1.3
SDI/ASI BNC Input Connector
The BNC connector is provided for inserting SDI (Serial Data Interface) and ASI
(Asynchronous Serial Interface) data. The SDMT-S can accept either SDI or ASI. The
selection for which input data stream is accepted is made through the GMS PC Windows
Control software. See section 6.
Frequency Select Switches
The frequency select switches are the same as the SDMT-C. See section 5.1.2 above for the
operational description.
4.2.2
4.3
Inline Camera Unit (optional)
DB-15
Connector
Balance
audio,
A1&A2
Pr
Pb
BNC J2=Chroma C
video input when
used with S-video.
When used with
BNC J7 = SDI
or ASI input.
BNC J3, Y/COMP
=Composite video
input. When used with
S or Component video
= Luminance input
Power
“on/off”
switch.
BNC J8 = Pb when
used with
Component video.
Figure 3 - SDMT Inline Camera Unit
4.3.1
RF out
LCD panel with controls
SDMT Inline Camera Mount Connectors
There are four BNC connectors, two audio XLR, one DB-15 connector, one N type connector
and one rocker on/off power switch located on the SDMT inline camera unit for interfacing the
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RF, audio, video, power and RS-232 signals. An optional LCD control front panel is also available.
Inline camera mount is shown in Figure 3.
4.3.1.1
RF Output
The SDMT in line camera enclosure uses a female N type connector (flange mount) for
its ‘RF Output’ port.
Note: Transmitters should not be powered on without a load. Doing so could
cause the output PA to stop working.
4.3.1.2
I/O
The ‘I/O’ connector is a female, DB-15. It is used to provide the interface for RS-232
signals (control and monitoring). GMS SDMT Configurator software program (as
explained in section 6) makes use of the RS232 control lines, pins 2, 3 and 5 of the DB-15
connector. The RS-232 channel utilizes a 3-wire configuration. The pin out for I/O
connector is shown in Table 2. A USB connection is also provided if RS232 port is not
available.
Table 2 - I/O DB-15 Connector Pin Out
Pin
1
2
Signal
+12Vdc
RS232-Rx (CTRL)
3
RS232-Tx (CTRL)
4
5
Not connected
RS232-GND
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
I^2C_D
I^2C_C
USB Reset
USB Data USB Data +
USB GND
Not connected
RS232-Tx (DATA)
RS232-Rx (DATA)
RS232-GND
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Relative to SDMT (i.e., control data is input on this
pin)
Relative to SDMT (i.e., control data is output on this
pin)
Common ground for both RS232 Data and Control
lines
+5V
Video Input
The SDMT in-line camera enclosure uses female BNC connectors for video input.
Component, Composite or S-Video input is accepted (see section 6 for setting video
input type). J3 BNC connector marked “Y/COMP” is a dual use input connector; a)
Composite Video or b) Luminance when used with Component video. J2 BNC connector
marked “C/Pr” is a dual use input connector; a) Chroma when used with S-Video or b) Pr,
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the red component minus the luminance information used with Component Video. J8
BNC connector marked “Pb” is the blue component minus the luminance information
used with Component Video. These video inputs are applicable to the SDMT-C and
SDMT-S units.
4.3.1.4
Power Switch
An LED indicator rocker switch is provided for controlling power to the unit.
4.3.1.5
LCD Display
An optional LCD display with a front control panel is available for the inline camera
mount unit. Many of the control functions which are normally handled through the
software interface and a PC can now be accessed directly with the front control panel
and displayed on the LCD such as changing frequencies, checking video lock status
among many others.
4.3.1.6
SDI/ASI Input (optional)
A BNC connector is provided for Serial Digital Interface or Asynchronous Digital
Interface input data streams. This input is only applicable to the SDMT-S unit.
5.0 Software Overview
Configuration, control and monitoring of the SDMT unit is accomplished by using GMS’ optional (sold
separately) MS Windows-based SDMT Configurator software program. This Graphical User Interface
(GUI) program provides the end user with a straightforward way to interface with the SDMT. During
normal operation, once a SDMT link is established, the SDMT Configurator GUI does not need to be
active and can be disconnected from the SDMT.
5.1
System Requirements
The SDMT Configurator program has been developed and tested on Windows 2000, Windows XP
and Windows NT. Although the SDMT Configurator program may work properly on other
operating systems, only the Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows NT environments have
been used at GMS and no support or assistance can be provided concerning other operating
systems.
5.2
Installation
The following instructions outline the installation process for the SDMT Configurator program:
1. Insert provided CD-ROM into computer.
2. Click on ‘setup.exe’ file. This will launch the GMS_SDMT Configurator Setup program and
several initial setup files will begin to be copied onto the computer.
3. After the initial setup files are copied over, the GMS_SDMT Configurator Setup program
will prompt the user to close any applications that are running. Once all other programs are
exited, click on the ‘OK’ button.
4. The GMS_SDMT Setup program will prompt the user to click on the ‘computer icon’ button
to begin installation. If desired, the user can change the destination directory from the
default. Click on the ‘computer icon’ button.
5. The GMS_SDMT Setup program will then prompt the user to ‘Choose Program Group’. If
desired, the user can change the program group from the default. Click on the ‘Continue’
button.
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6. After installing the SDMT Configurator program, it will display a window indicating that
setup was completed successfully. Click ‘OK’.
5.3
SDMT Configurator Functions
The SDMT Configurator program provides the user access to many different configuration, control
and monitoring options. When the SDMT Configurator program is launched, the screen shown in
Figure 4 is displayed. The user should first select the serial port their computer is connected to via
the Serial Port Selector and Status region. If the selected serial port is valid, the gray-colored status
box will show ‘Ready. To configure a SDMT, select the ‘SDMT’ box in the Device Selector region.
Once the ‘SDMT’ box is selected, the screen shown in Figure 5 is displayed. The SDMT
Configurator program contains function buttons and all the configurable settings available on a
SDMT. The following sections explain, in detail, the various options.
Figure 4 – SDMT Configurator Main Screen
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Figure 5 - SDMT Configurator Main Screen
5.3.1 Function Buttons
• “Reset Tx Button: Clicking on this button re-boots the transmitter to an initial known state.
Note that it takes 30 seconds to fully initialize the transmitter.
•
“Store All Setup Pages” Button: Clicking on this button will store all setup pages, even if
they are not shown.
•
“Enable All” Button: Clicking on this button enables all the check boxes on the screen. This
operation is done to prepare all the fields to be written to (or read from). Alternatively, the end
user can individually select a given field by using the mouse and clicking its corresponding
check box
•
“Disable All” Button: Clicking on this button disables all the check boxes on the screen. This
operation is done to inhibit all the fields to be written to (or read from). Alternatively, the end
user can individually deselect a given field by using the mouse and clicking its corresponding
check box.
•
“Query” Button: Clicking on this button performs a read operation on all the fields that have
their check box enabled. Once clicked, all the selected fields will be read back reflecting their
current configuration.
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•
“Update” Button: Clicking on this button performs a write operation on all the fields that
have their check box enabled. Once clicked, all the selected fields will be written to with the
value denoted in their respective field.
•
“CLR” Button: Clicking on this button clears out all fields on the screen, regardless of whether
the fields’ check boxes are selected or not. This button proves useful when the end user wants
to verify that a write operation has been correctly performed. An example scenario would be
to 1) enable all fields, 2) change desired field(s), 3) perform a ‘Update’ (write) operation, 4)
perform a ‘CLR’ operation and 5) perform a ‘Query’ operation. As a result of the ‘Query’
operation, the fields on the screen should all update to those values that were written during
the ‘Update’ operation.
5.3.2
Field Definitions
There are several different fields that can be configured by the SDMT Configurator. The fields
located in the main screen of Figure 5 and their associated values are defined in Table 3 below.
Also noted in the table is whether the field is read, write-able or both
Table 3 - SDMT Field Definitions
Field
Unit Name
Unit Number
R/W
R/W
R/W
RF Freq
(MHz)
R/W
Modulation
Mode
R/W
COFDM
Bandwidth
COFDM Mode
R/W
R/W
Mod Guard
Interval
R/W
Modulation
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Description
Allows the user to assign a unique unit name to the
MDT.
Allows the user to assign a unique unit number to
the MDT
RF output frequency. Desired frequency is entered
in MHz (i.e., 1.296GHz would be entered as 1296).
Default frequency step size is 500KHz. For S2 band
it’s 250KHz.
Modulation mode. Desired modulation mode is
selected from the following values: COFDM
(default) Off (shuts off modulation) or I/Q CAL ON
(puts unit in calibration mode).
COFDM transmit bandwidth. Desired bandwidth is
selected from the following values: 6, 7 or 8 MHz.
COFDM modulation type. Desired COFDM
modulation type is selected from the following
values: QPSK, 16QAM or 64QAM (only in ASI
mode)
Modulation guard interval size. Desired modulation
guard interval size is selected from the following
values: 1/32, 1/16, 1/8 or ¼. (not all values
available to SDMT-C and SDMT-S units,
configuration type dependent).
Modulation FEC (Forward Error Correction) rate.
Desired modulation FEC rate is selected from the
following values: ½, 2/3, ¾, 5/6, 7/8 (not all values
available to SDMT-C and SDMT-S units,
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Field
•
5.3.3
R/W
Description
configuration type dependent.).
Channel rate is displayed based on parameters
Channel Rate
selected such as COFDM mode, FEC and Guard
(Mbps)
R
Interval. Channel rate is limited to 15Mbps when
Analog Video input or SDI input is selected.
Choice between Analog video (SDMT-C/S units),
Input Mode
SDI, serial digital interface (SDMT-S units) or ASI,
R/W
asynchronous digital interface (SDMT-S and
SDMT-A units)
Video input format. Desired video input format is
Video Input
selected from the following values: PAL, NTSC w/
Pedestal, NTSC, S-video PAL, S-video NTSC, and
R/W
Component Video. Some of these choices may or
may not be shown in the pull down box
depending on which user profile has been loaded.
Analog
video lock status. This read-only field
Video Locked
indicates that the SDMT-C and SDMT-S has lineStatus
R
locked onto the analog video input signal [not
applicable when the “Input Mode” is set to either
SDI or ASI]
Analog audio encoder enable. Desired mode of
Audio Enable
*
R/W operation of the audio encoder is selected from the
following values: Off or On.
*
R/W Choice between mute or un-mute audio stream
Audio Mute
Audio Level * R/W Choice between mic or line level audio
Audio Gain * R/W Adjustable gain between 0- 100
Not applicable for embedded audio applications.
Pull-Down Menu Definitions
There are several different pull-down menus that are included in the SDMT Configurator
program. Each of these pull-down menus contains further user-configurable options or
commands. The following sections describe these menus in detail.
5.3.3.1
File
This pull-down menu offers to exit the SDMT Configurator program. Alternatively the ‘X’
box in the upper right hand corner of the window can be used to exit the program. The
“Store All Setup Pages” button on the main menu will save all parameters.
5.3.3.2
Configuration
This pull-down menu contains several different configuration options. These are outlined
below:
Special Setup
o
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Scrambling Mode (Option, this menu not available if option
is not purchased) – This pull down menu displays the
following (see Figure 6A & 6B):
OFF- Scrambling (Encryption) turned off (disabled).
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AES, Never Store the key in the TX – Scrambling is turned on
(Enabled). When scrambling is turned on, a key code (a series
of 32 Hex characters) must be entered. Entering the key
code is discussed in the following section (Scrambling Key).
In this mode the key code is not stored in the transmitters
memory. When power is removed the key code will be lost
and must be re-entered when power is re-applied. The same
key code must be entered in the DDPC of the MSR. See DDPC manual
100-M0070.
AES, Store the key in the Tx – Scrambling is turned on (Enabled). In
this mode the key is stored in the transmitters memory. When power is
removed the key code will not be lost.
Query – Clicking this button performs a read operation which will read
back the current scrambling mode configuration.
Apply – Clicking this button will perform a write operation of the
selected mode.
Exit - Exit the scrambling mode.
Figure 6A - Scrambling Mode Setup
Figure 6B - Scrambling Mode Setup
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o Scrambling Key (Option, This menu not available if option not
purchased)) – This menu displays the following (see Figure 7):
Enter Scrambling Key from Keyboard – The 32 character key
code can be manually entered from the keyboard. The characters must
be Hex numbers. When the numbers have been
typed, use the Apply button to enter the code.
Load Scrambling from a file – The key code can be selected
from a file. The browser button can be used to search thru the
Directory for a file containing the key code. Once a path has been
established it can be saved using the Save Path button.
The Load Key from File is used to retrieve a key code from
a file as specified by the path. Use the Exit key to close this
window.
Figure 7 - Scrambling Key Setup
o Others (see figure 8)- This menu displays the following:
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RF Output attenuation – The RF out can be attenuated in 0.5 or 1 dB
increments up to defined max. Both increment step and max value are
frequency band dependant.
COFDM Spectrum Inversion - choices include normal or inverted.
The transmitter is configured with the receiver it ships with and the
inversion mode shouldn’t have to be changed. However if a different
receiver is used, it may be necessary to change the inversion mode.
Some receivers will accept either inversion mode. Check the parameters
of the receivers to ensure the correct inversion mode is selected.
RF Power Mode-Can be used to put transmitter in a sleep mode, a low
power mode where the encoder functions and many of the power
regulators are shut down enabling a saving in current (approx. 40%)
when transmitter is not active. The OFF state of the unit is displayed on
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the main window (see figure 8A). To have the unit in the desired RF
Power Mode on Power up, it is necessary to store settings in the
Others window. If the settings are stored in the main page, the state of
the RF Power Mode will not be saved.
Frequency switch – choices offered are enabled or disabled. These
are the four frequency select switches discussed under section 5.1.2. If
disabled the switches will not respond to changes (frequency changes
could still be accomplish by changing the “RF FREQ MHz” field in the
GMS SDMT control software. Enabling them allows the frequency to be
changed when the switches are moved. Factory default enables the
switches. Keep in mind that you must click on the “Store All Setup
Pages” button for any new selection to take place.
Video Profile - Pull down box offers a choice between the SP@ML
profile (default profile) and the MP@ML profile.
GOP Length- Group of pictures size (1-19) can be adjusted by
selecting various values from the pull down boxes.
Ctrl Port Baud Rate- The control port baud rate menu allows different baud rates to
be selected when attached to the PC RS232 port. 115200-baud rate is the default
value. Some computers may need the baud rate adjusted for optimal communications
Factory Setup – reserved for factory use and is password protected.
Figure 8 – Others Menu Screen
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Figure 8A – RF Power Off
5.3.3.3
Help
This pull-down menu contains information about the SDMT firmware and the SDMT
Configurator software. This information is outlined below:
Channel Rate Guide: This selection pulls up a table which displays the relationship
between the Modulation mode, Modulation Guard Interval and FEC mode in which the
channel rate (Mbps) is derived. Table values will change depending on which COFDM
Bandwidth is selected. See figure 9. Also keep in mind that all values may not be
available, they are SDMT configuration type dependant.
FW version: This selection pulls up a window that displays the SDMT Software Version
date, the FPGA Version and Serial Number. See Figure 10.
About: This selection pulls up a window that displays the Version Number of the GMS
SDMT Configurator program. See Figure 11.
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Figure 9 - Channel Rate Guide
Figure 10 - FW Version
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Figure 11 About
6.0 Getting Started
The standard SDMT kit includes the following items:
SDMT unit (example GMS p/n SDMTCCBA0NXXX)
SDMT full breakout cable (GMS p/n 780-C0224)
(Power, A/V, Data, Control interfaces)
NOTE: Based on customer application GMS may deliver additional cables and antennas. Contact GMS
for further information.
The SDMT is pre-configured by GMS prior to shipment (based on customer requirements), thus is
ready to work “right out of the box”.
6.1
Initial Checkout
Prior to installing a SDMT unit into the desired target environment, an initial checkout should be
performed to ensure proper operation of the unit. The initial checkout consists of configuring a
basic SDML (Standard Definition Messenger Link).
Figure 9 shows a basic interconnection configuration to establish a wireless SDML (NOTE:
Receivers, down converters (D/C) units and their associated hardware are sold separately). As
mentioned in section 4.0 the SDMT may be shipped as a stand-alone unit or mounted in an Inline
Camera Mount box. SDMT stand-alone units require the use of GMS’ breakout cable to provide
power and the necessary interfacing to communicate to the transmitter. The Inline Camera Mount
boxes require a +12 battery and most of the necessary communications can be done through the
LCD front panel. The steps necessary to set up the configuration shown in Figure 12 are shown
below; the differences between the Inline Camera Mount box and stand-alone unit are noted
where applicable.
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Power Source
MDT
D/C
Power Supply
DVB-T
MDR
SDMT
Video Source
Monitor
Figure 12 - Basic SDML Setup
1. Install omni-directional antennas onto the SDMT RF output port and Down- Converter (D/C) RF
input port. Note: Transmitters should not be powered on without a load. Doing so
could cause the output PA to stop working. A proper heat sink is also required.
2. Attach the breakout cable (DB-44 end) to the SDMT unit (if unit is mounted in an Inline
Camera Mount Box this step does not apply).
3. Attach a RF cable from the D/C IF output port to RF in port of the receiver.
4. Attach a composite video source to SDMT BNC video input cable (marked CVBS/Y) that is
located on the breakout cable. S-video and Component video input are also available. If unit is
mounted in an Inline Camera Mount Box then attach video to appropriate BNC video input
connector
5. Attach a video cable from one of the BNC video output ports on the receiver to a video
monitor.
6. To prepare to power the SDMT unit, attach the red and black wires from the breakout cable to
+12V terminal and ground of power supply, respectively (if unit is mounted in an Inline Camera
Mount box then attach +12 Volt battery). NOTE: The power supply (for the transmitter) needs
to be able to provide at least 1 Amp of current at a nominal +12VDC input. If using a
commercial DVB-T receiver follow the manufacturers’s instructions for powering the unit.
7. Turn on the video source and video monitor equipment.
8. Apply power to the SDMT and the receiver unit (Inline Camera Mount boxes have power
switches which must be turned on). Also ensure the down converter is powered (+12 Vdc to
pin 1, GND to pin 3 of the DB-9 pin connector located on the bottom side of the D/C). If the
down converter is installed in a camera mount box it will have a power switch on the side of
the unit. Ensure the switch is turned to the “On” position.
9. After approximately 10 seconds, the link should be established and video provided by the
source should be displayed on the monitor.
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The initial checkout described above is simply to check the basic video operation of the SDMT
unit. For further details on monitoring and controlling the SDMT using GMS’ optional MS
Windows-based SDMT Configurator software program, see Section 6.0.
7.0 Specifications
The following sections outline the overall specifications for the SDMT unit.
7.1
Video Encoding
Interfaces: SDI (optional), Component, Composite or S-Video Input
Standards: NTSC or PAL
Compression Standard: MPEG-2 (per ISO/IEC 13818-2)
Profiles: MP@ML, SP@ML
Video Bit Rate: 3.7Mbps to 15Mbps (MP@ML)
Chrominance Profile: 4:2:0
Line Standard: 525 or 625
Horizontal Resolution: 704 pixels
Vertical Resolution: 576 (625 line) and 480 (525 line)
System Latency end to end delay: 198mS with SDMT/DDR combination in SP@ML mode.
7.2
Audio Encoding
Analog Audio: Dual, Line-Level or Mic-Level, Differential or Single-Ended, Clip Level 12dBm
Impedance: 600 Ohms input impedance (changeable to 2K Ohms)
Compression Standard: MPEG layer II
Audio Enable: On or Off
Bit Rates: 256Kbit/s/ch
Sampling Frequency: 32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz
THD: < 0.1% maximum
Response: 20Hz to 12kHz, +/- 0.25dB
Crosstalk: >55dB minimum
S/N: >60dB RMS
7.3
Transport Stream
Standard: per ISO/IEC 13818-1
Packet Size: 188 byte
Bit Rate: Automatically set from active service settings.
ASI Input (optional): Allows MPEG2 transport stream to be inserted into the SDMT-A and
SDMT-S units through the BNC connector
7.4
RS-232 Interfaces/RCU/USB
Control Port: 3-wire interface (Tx,Rx,Gnd)
USB 1.0
RCU A remote portable control unit is also available
In addition a “Data” RS232 channel is available dedicated for low-rate data to be transmitted
along with the audio and video.
7.5
COFDM RF Output
Output Frequency: 0.36 to 6 GHz (In-Bands).
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Frequency step size is 500 KHz for all bands except S2 (1999-2500MHz) which is 250 KHz.
Bandwidth: Selectable 6, 7 or 8 MHz
Output Power: Up to100mW (programmable) [200mW on some models]
Connector: SMA-F
Note: Transmitters should not be powered on without a load. Doing so could cause
the output PA to stop working. A proper heat sink is also required.
7.6
Modulation
Modulation Type: COFDM w/ QPSK, 16 QAM (64 QAM available with SDMT-S and SDMT-A
units when ASI input is selected).
FEC: ½, 2/3, ¾, 7/8 (not all available, SDMT configuration type dependent)
Guard Intervals: 1/32, 1/16, 1/8, ¼ (not all available, SDMT configuration type dependent)
Spurious: 50dBc
Number of COFDM Carriers: 2k
COFDM MER: > -45dB
Standard: DVB-T compliant
7.7
Power
SDMT (Frequency 0.36 to 6GHz In-Bands
DC Input Voltage Range: 9 to 15 VDC
Power Consumption: 8.5 Watts to 10.8watts (SDMT configuration type dependent)
7.8
Physical Dimensions (without mating connectors)
SDMT (Frequency 0.36 to 6GHz In-Bands)
SDMT-C unit
Size: 3.25 in. (W) x 4.5 in. (D) x 1.00 in. (H)
(8.26 cm x 11.43cm x 2.54cm)
Weight: 10.69 oz
(303.1 grams)
SDMT-S/A units
Size: 3.25 in. (W) x 4.5 in. (D) x 1.76 in. (H)
(8.26 cm x 11.43cm x 4.47cm)
Weight: 13.4 oz
(379.9grams)
7.9
Environmental
Operational Temperature: -10 to +70 °C
Humidity: Up to 100% (non-condensing)
7.10 SDMT Special Features
Video Only Mode
In applications where audio is not required, the audio channels can automatically be switched off. Bit rate
is automatically switched over to the video channel in this situation.
Monochrome Video Mode (custom option, consult factory)
Surveillance applications often do not require chrominance data in the video. SDMT has been provided
with a luminance (monochrome) only mode. When in this mode, bit rate is saved giving sharper
monochrome pictures.
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Security Option
The SDMT can optionally be provided with an Advanced Encryption System (AES) for protecting the signal
in sensitive applications.
8.0 The D/C (Down Converter)/IF frequencies explained
8.1
IF Frequencies
• GMS’ MDRs (Messenger Digital Receivers) and MSRs (Messenger Smart Receivers) are capable of
receiving direct frequencies in the range of approximately 49 MHz to 861 MHz. If the transmitter
is not in this range then a down-converter is used to convert the frequency to this range. The
frequency from the down-converter is called the IF (intermediate frequency) which is fed to the
receiver.
Down-converters have a LO (local oscillator) which is mixed with the transmitter frequency (SDMT)
and converts it to the IF frequency. MDRs need to know the LO (local oscillator) of the downconverter and is factory programmed with this information (MSRs also need the LO information
but is not factory programmed with this information). The receiver then automatically calculates
the IF frequency once the RF (transmitter frequency) is entered. Thus as the desired RF frequency
is dialed in on the MDR (or MSR) the IF is taken care of automatically. For example, if the
transmitter frequency (SDMT) is set for 2000 MHz, then the MDR can be set for 2000 MHz (it
automatically calculates the IF frequency based on pre-programmed LO information of the downconverter). The IF frequency changes as the RF frequency changes; the LO remains constant.
On non-GMS commercial digital receiver it may be necessary to program the receiver with the IF
frequency directly. The user may have to do the simple math to arrive at the IF frequency so that it
can be entered into the receiver. The down-converter LO must be known. The math involve is
as follows: “ RF (transmitter frequency) – LO (local oscillator) = IF frequency”. For example, it the
transmitter is set for 2000 MHz and the LO of the down-converter is 2800 MHz then the IF
frequency is -800 MHz (2000-2800MHz = -800). The receiver will need to be set to 800 MHz to
receive the transmitter frequency of 2000 MHz. Each time the transmitter frequency is changed the
IF must be re-calculated and entered into the receiver. It must also be mentioned, as you may have
noticed, a negative LO may indicate the receiver wants the signal to be inverted. See section 6.3.3.2
for inverting the signal.
8.2
Local and Remote Power
Customers may have the option of using remote or local power to power up a down converter
depending on the receiver used. GMS’ MDRs (Messenger Digital Receiver) and MSRs (Messenger Smart
Receiver) can provide DC +12 volts to power the D/C remotely through the RF cables. Refer to GMS’
MDRs or MSRs operating instructions for turning on the DC power for the D/C when using remote
power.
If the D/C is located relatively close to the receiver then using remote power makes sense. However, if
the D/C is located at great distances away from the receiver there may be excessive DC voltage drop in
the coax cable (due to cable resistances). If this is the case then local DC power should be considered
as discussed below. If unsure of the DC voltage drop measure the DC voltage present (using a DMM) at
the end of the coax cable run. The D/C normal operating voltage is approximately +12 Vdc but can
operate down to +10 Vdc.
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•
Local power is provided by applying +12 Vdc to pin 1, GND to pin 3 of the DB-9 connector located on
the bottom of the D/C. The +12 Volt power supply must be able to source at least 500 mA. The power
switch (located on the side of the D/C) enables the user to control the ‘ON’/’OFF’ positions for local
power. If using local power then ensure the remote power (if the receivers have this capability) is
turned off.
Power Switch
for local
BNC connector – IF frequency
output
RF N type
connector
DB-9 connector for local
power
Figure 13 - BDC Connectors
Table 4 - DB-9 Connector Pin Out for the D/C
Pin
1
3
2, 4-9
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+12Vdc
GND
NC
Notes
Power supply must be able to source at least
500mA. Voltage should not drop below +10Vdc.
Power ground
Not Connected
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9.0 Cable Losses
9.1
Coax Cable
Cable losses must be taken into consideration if the D/C is located a great distance from the
receiver. As mentioned above long cable runs can contribute to more resistance in the lines and also
can contribute to signal attenuation because of the additional capacitance. Even when using a good
coax cable such as RG59/U the attenuation of the signal can be significant. For example, RG59/U
coax will drop approximately 2 dB per 100 feet at 50 MHz and 8 dB per 100 feet at 900 MHz. The
intermediate frequency (IF) in this system can fall between 49 MHz to 850 MHz. An inline amplifier
matching the cable losses should be considered if losses exceed 6dB
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Appendix A – Cable, SDMT External Breakout
REVISIONS
NOTES:
1. REFERENCE BOM 780-C0224X2 FOR REFERENCE DESIGNATIONS (SHOWN AS [] ON DRAWING) AND PART DESCRIPTIONS .
2 LABEL FINAL CABLE ASSEMBLY WITH PART NUMBER 780-C0224X2 USING BEST COMMERCIAL METHOD.
3 LABEL CONNECTOR WITH REFERENCE DESIGNATOR AND DESCRIPTION AS SHOWN USING BEST COMMERCIAL METHOD. LABEL
TO BE WITHIN 3.0 OF CONNECTOR.
4 REFERENCE MANUFACTURING INSTRUCTION 100-MI0112.
ECO
REV
DESCRIPTION
DATE
E0355X1
X1
INITIAL RELEASE
01/19/04 SLP
E0355X3
X2
Correct polarity marks of USB, pins17&18
APPROVED
11/9/05 TG
5 THIS CABLE IS SET-UP FOR BALANCED AUDIO ONLY.
P100
5
5
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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44
DATA-TX
RED
DATA-RX
WHT
GND
BLK
N/C
N/C
N/C
CVBS/Y
GND
C/Pr
GND
Pb
GND
GND
BLK
RED
11-15VDC
N/C
RED
USB RESET
WHT
USB DATA GRN
USB DATA +
BLK
USB GND
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
RED
CTRL-TX
CTRL-RX
WHT
GND
BLK
N/C
N/C
N/C
AUDIO1 (RIGHT) +
AUDIO1 (RIGHT) -
RED
WHT
BLK
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
P3
DATA 3
W5
W1
P1 CVBS/Y
3
W2
P2 C/Pr 3
P7 Pb 3
W4
W3
USB
BLK
J1
RED
J2
DC
POWER
3
USB 3
W6
RED
WHT
BLK
W7
W7
RED
GND
AUDIO2 (LEFT) +
AUDIO2 (LEFT) -
RED
BLK
RED
BLK
GND
GND
P4
CTRL 3
2
3
1
P5
AUDIO1 3
2
3
1
P6
AUDIO 2
W7
BLK
RED
BLK
GND
W7
BLK
6
7
8
9
W7
RED
RED
BLK
GND
1
2
3
4
5
GND
FIGURE 1
CABLE WIRING
DIAGRAM
TOLERANCES
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES
DO NOT SCALE DRAWING
LINEAR
X.X = ± 0.5
X.XX = ± 0.125
X.XXX = ± 0.020
ENG/TECH
DRAWN
ENG
PROD
QC
3
T. Giotta
gnd/shield
DWG TITLE
SLP
CABLE, MDT2-B EXTERNAL BREAKOUT FOR
BROADCAST VERSION
GMS Products
SIZE
DATE
DWG NO
REV
B
11/9/05
100-C0224X2
X2
SCALE:
NONE
SHEET
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