evertz X0400 Series - User Manual

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Overview

Function Description
Important Technical Specifications
Video Specifications
AES Audio Specifications (AES4 versions only)
Control Ports
Electrical
Physical
Usage Features
Maintenance Features

The X0400 Series Routers are a line of four-input routing switchers designed for routing Standard, High Definition (HD), and 3G serial digital signals. These routers offer a cost-effective solution for various video and audio routing needs in a compact 1RU rack-mount frame.

Function Description:

The primary function of the X0400 series is to route serial digital video signals. Different models cater to specific signal types:

X0401S routers: Handle 270, 360, and 540 Mb/s standard definition serial digital signals.
X0401H routers: Route 1.5 Gb/s HDTV serial digital signals.
X-0401-3G routers: Support 2.97 Gb/s 3G signals.

Many models also include AES audio routing capabilities. The AES output buses can operate in an Audio Follow Video (AFV) mode, where audio switches with its associated video, or in a breakaway mode, allowing independent audio routing.

Important Technical Specifications:

Video Specifications:

SD Video Inputs (X0401S Series):
- Standards: SMPTE 259M (270Mb/s, 360Mb/s, 540Mb/s), DVB-ASI; SMPTE 310M (19.4Mb/s) in non-reclocked mode only.
- Number of Inputs: 4.
- Connector: BNC per IEC 61169-8 Annex A.
- Equalization: Automatic up to 250m @ 270 Mb/s with Belden 8281 or equivalent cable.
- Return Loss: > 15 dB up to 540 Mb/s.
- Input Timing (SoftSwitch™ equipped Models only): Measured with respect to the Genlock reference, ± one half line when V phase = 1, Line phase = 0.
SD Video Outputs (X0401S Series):
- Standard: Same as Input.
- Number of Outputs: 2 reclocked outputs (reclocking may be turned off). Input 1 is bypass protected to output 1 when the bypass relay option is installed.
- Signal Level: 800mV nominal.
- DC Offset: 0V ±0.5V.
- Rise and Fall Time: 950ps nominal.
- Overshoot: <10% of amplitude.
- Return Loss: > 15 dB up to 540 Mb/s.
- Wide Band Jitter: < 0.2 UI.
- Output Timing (SoftSwitch™ and Embedded SoftSwitch™ equipped Models only): Measured with respect to the Genlock reference, 1 line to a full frame of delay – set by V phase parameter.
HD Video Inputs (X0401H Series):
- Standards: SMPTE 292M (1.5 Gb/s), SMPTE 259M (270Mb/s, 360Mb/s, 540Mb/s), DVB-ASI; SMPTE 310M (19.4Mb/s) in non-reclocked mode only.
- Number of Inputs: 4.
- Equalization: Automatic up to 100m with Belden 1694 (HD Video Stds); Automatic up to 250m with Belden 8281 (SD Video Stds).
- Return Loss: > 15 dB up to 1.5 Gb/s.
HD Video Outputs (X0401H Series):
- Rise and Fall Time: 200ps nominal (HD Video Stds); 950ps nominal (SD Video Stds).
- Wide Band Jitter: < 0.2 UI.
3G Video Inputs (X0401-3G Series):
- Standards: SMPTE 424M (2.97 Gb/s), SMPTE 292M (1.5 Gb/s), SMPTE 259M (270Mb/s, 360Mb/s, 540Mb/s), DVB-ASI; SMPTE 310M (19.4Mb/s) in non-reclocked mode only.
- Equalization: Automatic up to 100m with Belden 1694 (3G Video Stds); Automatic up to 150m with Belden 1694 (HD Video Stds); Automatic up to 250m with Belden 8281 (SD Video Stds).
- Return Loss: <= 10dB from 1.5GHz to clock frequency.
3G Video Outputs (X0401-3G Series):
- Rise and Fall Time: 135ps nominal (3G Video Stds); 200ps nominal (HD Video Stds); 950ps nominal (SD Video Stds).
- Wide Band Jitter: < 0.3 UI.
Video Reference: Menu selectable (NTSC or PAL Colour Black 1 V p-p, Composite Bi-level sync (525i/59.94 or 625i/50) 300 mV, HD Tri-level Sync (X0401H versions only)). High impedance loop through or 75 ohm non-looping (jumper selectable for SoftSwitch™ models).

AES Audio Specifications (AES4 versions only):

Inputs: SMPTE 276M single ended AES, 4 Groups of 4 inputs. Signal Level: 1 V p-p ± 10%. Return Loss: > 25 dB up to 6 MHz.
Outputs: SMPTE 276M single ended AES, 4 busses, 2 outputs per bus. Signal Level: 1 v p-p. Return Loss: > 35 dB up to 6 MHz.
DARS Reference (SoftSwitch™ and Embedded SoftSwitch™ equipped routers only): Digital Audio Signal with 48Khz sample rate, SMPTE 276M-1995 single ended AES.

Control Ports:

GPI Control Port: 8 opto-isolated programmable inputs, 4 sets of relay contacts (normally closed) programmable outputs. Relay Max Current: 1 A at 30 V DC.
Serial Remote Control: RS-232 or RS-422, programmable baud rate. 9 pin female “D” connector. Protocol: GVG Ten XL ASCII (master or slave) or Remote Control Panel.
Remote Control Panel Port: RS-422, 9600 baud rate. 6 pins on GPIO 25 pin female “D”. Protocol: Remote Control Panel.
Ethernet Port (Routers fitted with +ET option only): Fast Ethernet 100 Base-TX IEEE 802.3u or Ethernet 10 Base-T IEEE 802.3. RJ-45 connector. Function: Crosspoint control using SNMP with VistaLINK® or 9000NCP panel.

Electrical:

Voltage: Auto-ranging 100 to 240 Volts AC, 50/60 Hz, 40W.
Fuse Rating: 250 V, 1 amp time delay.
Power: 30 VA.
Safety: TüV Listed, complies with EU safety directives.
EMI/RFI: Complies with FCC Part 15 Class A regulations, complies with EU EMC directive.

Physical:

Dimensions: 19” W x 1.75” H x 7.75” D (483mm W x 45mm H x 196mm D).
Weight: 8 lbs. (3.5Kg).

Usage Features:

Front Panel Control: Standard routers have built-in front panel controls. An optional rack-mount remote control panel (RCP version) replaces the built-in panel. An additional remote control panel (X0401S-PANEL or X0401H-PANEL) can be added to any version.
Video Router Controls: Four buttons (1 to 4) select video inputs and AES audio inputs. Five buttons (V1, 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B) select the bus to be controlled.
Panel Lock: Locks out the use of the control panel, though GPI inputs or serial remote control can still operate the router.
Breakaway Function: Allows selection of a different audio input than what the video bus normally dictates. Initiated by the BREAKAWAY key, which blinks to indicate breakaway mode.
Setup Menu: Accessed via the SETUP button, this menu allows configuration of operating modes, references, transitions, input/output settings, GPI/GPO functions, and remote control port operation.
Navigation: Arrow keys (↑ & ↓) navigate menu items, and the SELECT key chooses sub-menus or confirms selections.
Input Labelling: Video and audio inputs can be identified with 16-character labels, which can be uploaded/downloaded from a text file or changed directly from the front panel.
Video Output Reclocking: Configurable reclocking mode for video outputs (reclocked or non-reclocked). Automatically turns off reclocker for SMPTE 310M signals in reclocked mode.
Bypass Relays: Optional feature for power failure bypass protection. Input 1 is protected by a bypass relay to output 1. Relays can be manually activated from the front panel menu.
General Purpose Inputs (GPI): 8 programmable opto-isolated inputs for activating video and audio bus crosspoints. Can be configured in various encoded modes (Standard, HEX, AFV HEX, Standard 2) or assigned specific functions. GPIs can be edge or level activated.
General Purpose Outputs (GPO): 4 programmable isolated relay outputs for triggering alarms or providing tally capabilities. Can be configured in encoded modes (HEX V1) or assigned specific functions. GPO outputs can be latched or momentary.
Remote Control Port Operation: Configurable baud rate, serial data format, serial address, and control mode (master/slave). Supports GVG TEN-XL ASCII and Performer protocols.
Configuration Presets: Ability to save and recall two user preset configurations, and restore factory default settings.
XPT Panel Lock: Allows blocking of crosspoint changes from local, remote, GPI, or all control functions.
Network Configurations: For routers with the +ET option, allows configuration of DHCP mode, IP address, netmask, gateway, broadcast address, and trap addresses for VistaLINK® monitoring and control via SNMP.
SoftSwitch™ Technology: (SS and ESS versions) Provides clean video switches and popless AES switching audio outputs. Video output has adjustable vertical timing. Line synchronizers accommodate timing differences up to +/- one half line. Embedded SoftSwitch™ also supports embedded audio switching.
Input Presence Detection: Video input presence detection is displayable on the front panel.
Programmable Parallel GPI Control and Tallies: Allows custom control and feedback.
Serial Remote Control: Via GVG TEN-XL protocol (master or slave).
Firmware Upgradable: Field-upgradeable firmware for new features.
Optional Dual Power Supplies: For redundancy.

Maintenance Features:

Firmware Management: View current firmware version, update firmware via terminal program.
Diagnostic Messages: Front panel displays diagnostic messages (e.g., "Video Ref. Fail", "DARS Ref. Fail", "Genlock Fail") to aid in troubleshooting system problems.
Fuses: Easy access to fuse holders for replacement (time delay 5 x 20 mm fuses rated for 250 Volts with a current rating of 1 amp).
Serial Port Configuration: Jumpers allow reconfiguring the REMOTE CTL serial port between RS-232 DCE and RS-422 Tributary.
DARS Reference Configuration: Jumpers allow configuring the REF/DARS BNC for a DARS input or as a high impedance loop through.