Ross openGear SFC-6901 - Introduction; Related Publications; Documentation Conventions; Interface Elements

SFC-6901 User Guide (v1.0) Introduction • 9
Introduction
This guide covers the installation, configuration, and use of the SFC-6901 SDI to Fiber I/O Converter.
The following chapters are included:
• “Introduction” summarizes the guide and provides important terms, and conventions.
• “Before You Begin” provides general information to keep in mind before installing and
configuring your card.
• “Hardware Overview” provides a basic introduction to the hardware features including the
cabling and monitoring features of the rear module.
• “Physical Installation” provides instructions for the physical installation of the card and its rear
module.
• “Gearbox Cabling” outlines how to cable the SFC-6901 when using the default input and output
Gearbox mapping.
• “Getting Started” provides a general overview of navigating the SFC-6901 interfaces in
DashBoard.
• “Gearbox Setup” outlines how to specify the SFC-6901 Gearbox mode.
• “Bypassing the Gearbox” outlines how to bypass the gearbox mode and the options for
mapping the inputs and outputs.
• “Upgrading the Software” provides instructions for upgrading the software for your SFC-6901
using DashBoard.
• “DashBoard Menus” summarizes the SFC-6901 menus, items, and parameters in DashBoard.
• “Technical Specifications” provides the technical specifications for the SFC-6901.
• “Supported SFP Modules” outlines on the warranty and repair policies for your SFC-6901.
• “Service Information” outlines on the warranty and repair policies for your SFC-6901.
• “Software Licenses” provides the third-party software license information for your SFC-6901.
• “Glossary” provides a list of terms used throughout this guide.
Related Publications
It is recommended to consult the following Ross documentation before installing and configuring
your card:
• DashBoard User Guide, Ross Part Number: 8351DR-004
• MFC-OG3-N and MFC-8322-S User Guide, Ross Part Number: 8322DR-004
• OGX-FR Series User Guide, Ross Part Number: 8322DR-204
Documentation Conventions
Special text formats are used in this guide to identify parts of the user interface, text that a user
must enter, or a sequence of menus and sub-menus that must be followed to reach a particular
command.
Interface Elements
Bold text is used to identify a user interface element such as a dialog box, menu item, or button. For
example:
In the Network tab, click Apply.