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Riedel MediorNet TDM 7.2 User Manual

Riedel MediorNet TDM 7.2
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MediorNet TDM 7.2
User Manual
06-000HB01AA-I00

Table of Contents

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Riedel MediorNet TDM 7.2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryConference System
ModelMediorNet TDM 7.2
Sample Rate48 kHz
Bit Depth24-bit
ConnectorsBNC, RJ45, XLR
ControlMediorNet Control Software

Summary

1 Preface

1.1 Information

Information and Symbols: Explains symbols used for hazards and cautionary information.

1.2 Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions: Covers service, voltage, environment, laser safety, battery safety, and disposal.

1.3 Instructions de sécurité

Safety Instructions (French): Covers maintenance, electrical hazards, and environmental considerations in French.

1.4 Change History

Version 7.2 Change History: Details new features and improvements for MediorNet hardware and software.

1.5 Package Version

Checking the Software Package Version: Explains methods to check the current software package version.

1.6 About MediorNet

About the MediorNet System: Introduces MediorNet's capabilities and product line.

2 MediorNet-Hardware

2.1 MN-MicroN-UHD

MN-MicroN-UHD Overview: Introduces the MN-MicroN-UHD as a 12G-SDI breakout unit with redundant power supplies.

2.2 MN-MicroN

MN-MicroN Overview: Describes the MN-MicroN as a lightweight SDI breakout unit with redundant power supplies.

2.3 MN-Compact

MN-Compact Overview: Introduces the MN-Compact as a rugged unit available in PRO version with various I/O options.

2.4 MN-MetroN

MN-MetroN Overview: Describes the MN-MetroN as a 10G/4.25G central routing engine designed for 19" rack installation.

2.5 MN-Modular (discontinued product)

MN-Modular Overview (Discontinued): Explains the modular concept of the MN-Modular frame and its slot assignments.

2.5.6 Card Information

MN-Modular Card Information: Lists technical specifications (weight, voltage, fuse, connectors) for MN-Modular cards.

2.5.7 Status LEDs

MN-Modular Status LEDs: Explains the meaning of status LEDs for MN-XSS, MN-PSU, MN-FAN, and MADI cards.

2.6 General Information

General MediorNet Information: Covers transport latencies for video, audio, and data signals.

2.6.1 Transport Latencies

Transport Latencies Details: Details latency figures for video, digital audio, analog audio, and data transport.

2.6.2 Supported Formats

Supported Video Formats: Lists supported video signal formats for interfacing, transport, and processing.

2.6.3 Wiring

Wiring and Cable Lengths: Discusses wiring methods and maximum cable lengths for video, data, and audio signals.

2.6.3.1 Maximum Cable Length

Maximum Cable Lengths: Provides a table of maximum supported cable lengths for different data types and connectors.

2.6.3.2 Fiber Connection

Fiber Connection Options: Shows interface compatibility for connecting MediorNet devices via fiber ports.

2.6.3.3 SFP-Types

Supported SFP Types: Lists SFP types, art numbers, data rates, connectors, and specifications.

2.6.4 MADI Format

MADI Format Specifications: Details the MADI format structure for 96kHz and 48kHz sample rates.

2.6.5 OLED Menu Structure

OLED Menu Structure: Explains the navigation and general key functions of the OLED display menu.

2.6.6 Conversion Features

Video Conversion Features: Illustrates possible PAL/NTSC conversions and quad-split formats supported by the system.

2.6.7 Reset Frame to factory default

Resetting to Factory Defaults: Describes the procedure for resetting frames to factory default settings using the reset button.

2.6.8 LLDP Functionality

LLDP Network Discovery: Explains the Link-Layer Discovery Protocol for network device discovery.

3 MediorWorks-Software

3.1 Getting Started

Getting Started with MediorWorks: Covers system requirements and initial setup for MediorWorks.

3.1.1 What is required?

MediorWorks System Requirements: Lists PC workstation, OS, memory, and browser requirements for MediorWorks.

3.1.2 Download and Installation of MediorWorks

Downloading and Installing MediorWorks: Provides step-by-step instructions for downloading and installing the MediorWorks software.

3.1.3 Starting MediorWorks

Starting MediorWorks: Explains how to launch the MediorWorks application from the PC's start menu.

3.2 Dashboard

MediorWorks Dashboard Overview: Introduces the dashboard that displays basic system information.

Main Menu

MediorWorks Main Menu: Describes the main menu structure with categories like Net Overview and Status Messages.

Shortcut Buttons

MediorWorks Shortcut Buttons: Explains the customizable shortcut buttons for frequently used functions.

Net Overview

MediorWorks Net Overview: Displays a summary of connected nets, frames, status, and connections.

Status Messages

MediorWorks Status Messages: Details how status messages are displayed, classified, filtered, and acknowledged.

3.3.1.1 Network Settings

MediorWorks Network Settings: Explains how to configure network settings for MediorNet communication.

3.3.1.2 Export Channel Names

Exporting Channel Names: Describes how to export frame and channel names to a CSV file.

3.3.1.3 Import Channel Names

Importing Channel Names: Explains how to import user-defined names for frames and channels from a CSV file.

3.3.1.4 License Management

Managing MediorWorks Licenses: Covers viewing and changing installed licenses for MicroN hardware.

3.3.1.5 Update Firmware

Updating MediorNet Firmware: Provides instructions for updating the firmware of MediorNet frames.

3.3.1.6 Clear Window Preferences

Clearing MediorWorks Window Preferences: Explains how to reset window sizes and positions to default settings.

3.3.1.7 Exit

Exiting MediorWorks: Describes how to close the MediorWorks application.

3.3.2 User

MediorWorks User Management: Covers login, logout, and password change functionalities.

3.3.2.1 Login

Logging into MediorWorks: Details the login process for accessing MediorNet nets.

Forgot password?

Resetting MediorWorks Password: Explains how to reset a forgotten password via administrator or customer service.

3.3.2.2 Logout (All Nets)

Logging Out of MediorWorks: Describes how to log out all users from all connected nets.

3.3.2.3 Change Password

Changing MediorWorks Password: Explains the procedure for changing a user's password.

3.3.3 Management

MediorWorks Management Functions: Covers frame addresses, nets, hardware config, and permissions.

3.3.3.1 Frame Addresses

Managing Frame Addresses: Explains how to manage IP and node IDs for connected frames.

3.3.3.2 Nets

Managing MediorNet Nets: Describes how to create, edit, and assign frames to logical groups called Nets.

3.3.3.3 Hardware Configuration

Hardware Configuration Comparison: Displays differences between stored and actual hardware configurations within a net.

3.3.3.4 Trunks

Configuring Network Trunks: Explains how to create connections across different nets using trunking.

3.3.3.5 Accounts & Permissions

Managing User Accounts and Permissions: Details how to create user accounts and configure permissions for net access.

3.3.3.6 Date & Time

Setting Date and Time: Explains how to set the MediorNet time and timecode manually or synchronize with an NTP server.

3.3.3.7 Test Patterns

Using Test Patterns: Describes how to change video output test patterns and upload custom images.

3.3.3.8 3rd Party Interfaces

Configuring 3rd Party Interfaces: Explains how to configure MediorNet via 3rd party interfaces like ProBel SW-P-08 and Ember+.

3.3.3.9 SNMP

SNMP Configuration: Details how to configure SNMP for accessing status information from MediorNet systems.

3.3.3.10 Matrix Signal Groups

Creating Matrix Signal Groups: Explains how to define signal groups to manage channels for connections in the Matrix.

3.3.3.11 Snapshots

Managing and Applying Snapshots: Describes how to recall saved MediorNet connection sets using snapshots.

3.3.3.12 Load/Save Configurations

Loading and Saving Configurations: Explains how to back up and restore net configurations to/from the PC.

3.3.4 Operation

MediorWorks Operation: Covers system explorer, status/configuration, connections, matrix, sync, and multiviewer.

3.3.4.1 System Explorer

Using the System Explorer: Introduces the System Explorer for displaying nets, frames, cards, and channels.

Context menu

System Explorer Context Menu: Lists options available via the context menu when right-clicking on frames, cards, or channels.

3.3.4.2 Status/Configuration

Checking Status and Configuration: Explains how to view and edit settings for frames, cards, and channels.

3.3.4.3 Connections

Managing Connections: Describes how to create, view, and manage connections between channels.

3.3.4.4 Matrix

Using the Matrix for Routing: Explains how to create connections by setting crosspoints in the Matrix.

3.3.4.5 Frame Synchronization

Frame Synchronization Configuration: Covers observing and configuring network synchronization and sync master selection.

3.3.4.6 Multiviewer

Configuring Multiviewers: Details how to combine video channels and elements into multiviewer outputs.

3.3.4.7 Counters

Using Counters: Explains how to configure and use individual counters as widgets in the Multiviewer.

3.3.5 Status

MediorWorks Status Monitoring: Covers net topology, links, TSL IDs, live monitor, and logging.

3.3.5.1 Net Topology

Viewing Network Topology: Explains how to view the network topology dynamically, showing nets, frames, and links.

3.3.5.2 Links

Monitoring Link Status: Provides a summary of all links in the network, showing bandwidth, usage, and errors.

3.3.5.3 TSL IDs

Understanding TSL IDs: Explains the TSL Screen ID system for setting up 3rd party software with TSL protocol.

3.3.5.4 Live Monitor

Using the Live Monitor: Displays status messages of the MediorNet network, allowing filtering and acknowledgment of alarms.

3.3.5.5 Logging

Accessing System Logs: Explains how to retrieve and filter status messages for a defined period and by frames.

3.3.6 Help

MediorWorks Help Functions: Covers part list, diagnostics, support information, and about details.

3.3.6.1 Part List

Exporting a Part List: Describes how to create a CSV file of all components within a selected net.

3.3.6.2 Diagnostics

Creating Diagnostic Files: Explains how to create a diagnostic file for troubleshooting by customer service.

3.3.6.3 Support Information

Support and Contact Information: Provides contact details for customer support and service.

3.3.6.4 About

About MediorWorks: Shows information about the MediorWorks software, Java version, and PC operating system.

3.4 Features in Detail

3.4.1 Supported Devices

Supported MediorWorks Devices: Lists the frames and cards supported by MediorWorks 7.2.

3.4.2 Icons

MediorWorks Icons Reference: Provides a reference list of all icons used in the MediorWorks software.

3.4.3 System Mode

Configuring System Mode: Explains how to set the system mode to Construction or Production for automatic re-routing.

3.4.4 Reroute Priority

Setting Reroute Priority: Details how to define priority lists to manage signal transport during link interruptions.

3.4.5 Routing Categories

Managing Routing Categories: Explains how to use Permit, Avoid, and Prohibit categories to influence routing paths.

3.4.6 RockNet View

Using the RockNet View: Describes how to configure RockNet devices connected via MediorWorks.

3.4.7 Bandwidth

Understanding Bandwidth Requirements: Explains bandwidth usage for MediorNet links and required timeslots for data signals.

3.4.8 Timecode

Managing Timecode Sources: Details the three timecode sources (LTC, VITC, Internal) and their priority.

3.4.9 Status/Configuration Illustrations

Status and Configuration Illustrations: Explains how to view illustrations and basic information for frames, cards, and channels.

3.4.9.1 Frame Illustration

MN-Modular Frame Illustration: Displays an illustration and basic information for selected MediorNet frames.

3.4.9.2 Card Illustration

MN-Modular Card Illustrations: Shows illustrations and pinouts for MN-Modular cards and MN-Compact Pro GPI.

3.4.9.3 Video Channel Illustration

Video Channel Illustrations: Illustrates Video In channels, including signal status, format, and connection state.

3.4.9.4 Audio Channel Illustration

Audio Channel Illustrations: Illustrates audio channels, showing signal format, reroute priority, and connection state.

3.4.9.5 Data Channel Illustration

Data Channel Illustrations: Illustrates GPI and LTC channels, including signal status and connection state.

3.4.9.6 Link Channel Illustration

Link Channel Illustration: Displays basic information for link channels, including speed, state, and usage.

3.4.10 Topics

Configuration Topics by Channel Type: Lists available configuration topics for frames, cards, video, audio, and data channels.

3.4.10.1 Frame Topics

Frame Configuration Topics: Lists available topics for frame configuration, including General Settings.

3.4.10.2 Card Topics

Card Configuration Topics: Details topics for card configuration, including General Settings, Status, and Streams.

3.4.10.3 Video Channel Topics

Video Channel Configuration Topics: Lists topics for video channels like Color Adjustment, Frame Synchronizer, and Output settings.

3.4.10.4 Audio Channel Topics

Audio Channel Configuration Topics: Covers topics for audio channels like General Settings, Status, and Processing.

3.4.10.5 Data Channel Topics

Data Channel Configuration Topics: Details topics for data channels like General Settings (GPI, LTC, Network, Serial) and SFP Status.

3.4.10.6 Link Channel Topics

Link Channel Configuration Topics: Lists topics for link channels, including IP Address, PTP, NMOS, and SFP Status.

3.4.11 Video Delay

Adjusting Video Delay: Explains how to adjust video delay based on input signal format.

3.4.12 Phase Shift

Adjusting Phase Shift: Details the maximum adjustable phase shift based on input video format.

3.4.13 Embedder / Deembedder

Embedder and Deembedder Functions: Explains how to embed or deembed audio sub-channels with SDI video signals.

3.4.14 Video Input Format Detection

Video Input Format Detection: Describes how to set input bandwidth and how signal status is indicated.

3.4.15 Video Routing

Video Routing Behavior: Details the video routing behavior for different signal types and UHD signals.

3.5 How to...

3.5.1 Create Nets

Creating MediorNet Nets: Guides on creating new nets for logical grouping of frames.

3.5.2 Assign Frames

Assigning Frames to Nets: Explains how to assign existing frames to nets in the Net Configuration window.

3.5.3 Setup Accounts & Permissions

Managing User Accounts and Permissions: Details how to create user accounts and configure permissions for net access.

3.5.4 Rename Frames/Cards/Channels

Renaming Frames, Cards, and Channels: Describes how to rename frames, cards, and channels in the System Explorer or Status/Configuration.

3.5.5 Create Matrix Signal Groups

Creating Matrix Signal Groups: Guides on creating signal groups in the Group Editor for Matrix connections.

3.5.6 Setup a Connection

Setting Up a Connection: Explains how to create connections between input and output channels using System Explorer or drag & drop.

3.5.7 UHD Routing

UHD Routing Workflows: Describes workflows for routing single link and multi-link UHD signals (3G, 4x3G, 12G).

3.5.8 Load/Save Configurations

Loading and Saving Configurations: Explains how to back up and restore net configurations to/from the PC.

3.5.9 Create/Apply Snapshots

Managing and Applying Snapshots: Describes how to recall saved MediorNet connection sets using snapshots.

3.5.10 Firmware Update older versions (3.00)

Updating Older Firmware Versions: Provides instructions for updating the firmware on systems with versions older than 3.00.

3.5.11 Configure Multiviewers

Configuring Multiviewers: Details how to manage multiviewer content, orientation, layouts, and widgets.

3.5.12 Installing Licenses

Installing Licenses on MN-MicroN Frames: Details the process of changing licenses on MN-MicroN frames using license files.

4 Appendix

4.1 Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications by Device: Lists technical specs (supply voltage, power, dimensions, temp, weight) for MediorNet devices.

4.2 Ports / Pinouts

Device Ports and Pinouts: Details general connectors and specific ports/pinouts for MediorNet devices.

4.2.1 MN-MicroN-UHD

MN-MicroN-UHD Ports and Pinouts: Shows specific ports (QSFP28, HD-BNC) and pinouts for the MN-MicroN-UHD.

4.2.2 MN-XSS

MN-XSS Ports and Pinouts: Details specific ports (ARTIST Panel Ports) for the MN-XSS card.

4.2.3 MN-MBP

MN-MBP Ports and Pinouts: Shows specific ports (GPI Input/Output, Serial) for the MN-MBP.

4.2.4 MN-MIO-E/T

MN-MIO-E/T Ports and Pinouts: Details specific ports (CON Port) for the MN-MIO-E/T card.

4.2.5 MN-Compact

MN-Compact Ports and Pinouts: Shows specific ports (DisplayPort) for the MN-Compact.

4.2.6 RockNet

RockNet Interface Ports: Details specific ports (NETWORK, USB, LINK IN/OUT) for the RockNet interface.

4.3 Glossary

Glossary of Terms: Provides definitions for technical terms used in the manual.

4.4 Maintenance Recommendations

System Maintenance Recommendations: Outlines general, daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly maintenance tasks.

4.5 Service

Product Service Information: Provides contact details for customer service, trainings, and repair procedures.

4.6 Notes

Notes Section: A placeholder for any additional notes or remarks.

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