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Harmonic ProView 7100 - User Manual

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ProView 7000/7100™
Multifunctional Receiver
User Guide
VERSION 2.6
Rev. E
Manual Part No. MAN-PVR-7K-2.6

Table of Contents

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Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

General Information

Overview of the ProView 7000™ as a scalable receiver, descrambler, and decoder platform.

Main ProView 7000;7100 Applications

Details on TS descrambling and multi-format decoding applications for broadcast.

ProView 7000 Platform Main Features and Configurations

Lists key features and configuration options of the ProView 7000™ platform.

Multi-Transport Stream Descrambler

Describes the ProView 7000™ as a descrambler for digital headend turn around applications.

Multi-Format Decoder

Explains ProView 7000™ configuration as a multi-format video decoder for SD and HD resolutions.

DMS (Distribution Management System)

Overview of DMS as a management system for video distribution networks.

ProView 7000 Mechanical Structure

Details the enclosure, front panel, and rear panel of the ProView 7000™ hardware.

ProView 7000 Management

Outlines methods for local and remote monitoring and management of the ProView 7000™.

Chapter 2 Quick Start

Installation and Cable Connection

Instructions for initial physical installation and connecting cables to the ProView 7000™.

Switching On

Procedure for powering on the ProView 7000™ unit and checking the boot process.

Configuring the IP Parameters

Step-by-step guide to setting IP address, subnet mask, and gateway for network configuration.

Configuring and Monitoring

Overview of configuring and monitoring the ProView 7000™ via front panel or EMS.

A Typical ProView 7000 Configuration Using the Front Panel

Basic configuration steps using the device's front panel interface.

EMS Initial Setup

Steps for setting up the Element Management System (EMS) for remote management.

A Typical ProView 7000 Configuration Using EMS

Detailed steps for configuring the ProView 7000™ using the EMS.

Chapter 3 Front Panel Overview

Main Elements and Structure

Describes the physical components and layout of the ProView 7000™ front panel.

Front Panel Display

Explains the different types of pages and navigation within the front panel display.

Menu Pages

How menu pages display sub-menus and navigate through the interface.

Parameter Pages

Details on parameter pages showing configurable and read-only settings.

Edit Value Pages

Describes how to edit parameter values using the front panel interface.

Radio Select Pages

Explains radio select pages for choosing options via the front panel.

Chapter 4 Device Configuring Using the Front Panel

Configuring the DVB-S;S2 Input Port Properties

Detailed configuration of DVB-S/S2 satellite input parameters.

Configuring the Decoding

Setup of decoding parameters, including service selection, codecs, and formats.

Routing and Descrambling

Configuration of input redundancy, port selection, and descrambling parameters.

Configuring the GbE Ports, Sockets and Routing Table

Setup of Gigabit Ethernet ports, sockets, and network routing configurations.

CA Definitions

Configuration of Conditional Access settings, including BISS and CAM association.

Unit Menu

Access to unit configuration options like management port, software version, and licenses.

Presets

Creating, activating, renaming, and deleting configuration presets.

Chapter 5 Monitoring Using the Front Panel

Device Monitoring

How to monitor the operational status of the ProView 7000™ device.

Status OK

Indicates normal operation with no alarms and green status LEDs.

Alarms

Displays active alarms, their severity, and descriptions on the front panel.

Alarm Properties

Detailed information and corrective actions for specific alarm messages.

Alarm History

Reviewing a record of past triggered alarms and exporting them.

Refreshing the EMS Screen

Updating the display of elements or devices within the EMS interface.

Monitoring the DVB-S;S2 Input Port Properties

Displays detailed reception status and signal quality for DVB-S/S2 inputs.

Monitoring the Decoding

Shows the status of video and audio decoding parameters and elementary streams.

Chapter 6 Remote Management using EMS

Configuring the IP Parameters

Setting up IP parameters for managing the ProView 7000™ device remotely via EMS.

EMS System Requirements

Minimum hardware and software requirements for running the EMS application.

Installing EMS

Steps for installing the EMS application using a web browser.

Launching EMS

Procedure to start the EMS application after installation.

Adding a Device

How to add a ProView 7000™ device to the EMS for management.

Changing a Device’s Connection Settings

Modifying identification, connection, and SNMP settings for managed devices.

Connecting a Device

Establishing a connection between the EMS and a ProView 7000™ device.

Checking Device Connectivity

Testing the network connectivity of a managed ProView 7000™ device.

Disconnecting a Device

Closing the connection between the EMS and a ProView 7000™ device.

Removing a Device

Deleting a ProView 7000™ device from EMS management.

Displaying the Device Explorer

Accessing the Device Explorer to view input and output stream trees.

EMS GUI Structure

Overview of the main components and layout of the EMS graphical user interface.

Manipulating EMS GUI Components

Basic operations for interacting with EMS GUI elements like boxes and borders.

Refreshing the EMS Screen

Updating the display of elements or devices within the EMS interface.

EMS Device Explorer

Detailed view of device input/output stream parameters within the EMS.

Chapter 7 Device Configuring Using EMS

Physical Input Ports and Slots

Details on physical input interfaces like ASI, DVB-S/S2, GbE, and CAM slots.

Multiplex Inputs

Managing input streams, programs, tables, and unreferenced PIDs within multiplex inputs.

Multiplex & Decoding Outputs

Configuring multiplex outputs, decoding channels, and stream routing.

Physical Outputs

Details on physical output ports like ASI and GbE, and decoder module interfaces.

Element Properties

Monitoring and setting properties for various device elements through EMS.

Cross Connections

Establishing connections between input streams, programs, and outputs using EMS.

CAM Slot Management

Allocating CAM slots to multiplex inputs or programs for descrambling.

EMS Connection Wizard

Using wizards for guided cross-connection and decoding channel setup.

Low Delay Mode

Configuring the device for low latency video and audio applications.

Device Management

Managing connected ProView 7000™ devices via EMS, including backup/restore and presets.

Device Properties

Configuring and monitoring system-level parameters like network, hardware, and communication settings.

Chapter 8 Monitoring using EMS

Device Communication Status

Visual indicators of device connection status and alarm severity in the EMS.

Alarms

Displays active alarms, their severity, time, and description.

Alarm Properties

Detailed information and corrective actions for specific alarm messages.

Alarm History

Reviewing a record of past triggered alarms and exporting them.

Refreshing the EMS Screen

Updating the display of elements or devices within the EMS interface.

DVB-S;S2 Input Port Properties Status

Monitoring the reception status and signal quality of DVB-S/S2 input ports.

Decoding Channel Properties Status

Viewing the status of video, audio, and service parameters for decoding channels.

Decoding Channel Properties Monitoring

Monitoring real-time operational parameters of decoding channels.

Chapter 9 Contacting Harmonic Support

Appendix A Characteristics and Specifications

DVB-S;S2 RF Input Interfaces

Technical specifications for DVB-S/S2 RF inputs, including connectors and frequency range.

Transport Stream Input Interfaces

Details on DVB-S, DVB-S2, and ASI input interface specifications.

Transport Stream Output Interfaces

Specifications for ASI and MPEG over IP output interfaces.

Transport Stream Processing

Features related to PID filtering, PCR re-stamping, and PSI/SI handling.

Conditional Access (DVB-CI)

Information on DVB-CI slots, CA methods, and supported CAS systems.

Video and Audio Decoding

Technical details on supported video decoding formats, rates, and audio decoding capabilities.

Video and Audio Interfaces

Specifications for physical video output and audio interface connectors.

Control and Monitoring

Interfaces and protocols used for controlling and monitoring the device.

Compliance

Lists relevant EMC and Safety standards the device complies with.

Environment

Operational and storage environmental specifications like temperature and humidity.

Physical and Electrical Characteristics

Details on device size, weight, power requirements, and dimensions.

Appendix B Connectors and Front End Card Options

Overview of Rear Panel Ports and Connectors

Diagram and description of rear panel ports and connectors on the ProView 7000™.

RGB Port Pin Configuration

Pinout details for the RGB port (D-Sub 15).

ProView 7000 GPI Port Pin Configuration

Pinout details for the ProView 7000™ GPI port (D-Sub 9).

ProView 7100 GPI Port Pin Configuration

Pinout details for the ProView 7100™ GPI port (D-Sub 15).

GPI Relay Position Names

Explanation of COM, NC, and NO relay positions for GPI.

Front End Card Features

Lists features and specifications for different DVB-S/S2 demodulator front-end cards.

Appendix C Device Explorer Icons

Appendix D Front Panel Menu Tree

Appendix E ProView 7000 Alarm List

Glossary

Harmonic ProView 7100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHarmonic
ModelProView 7100
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

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