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T-VIPS CP560 - User Manual

T-VIPS CP560
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CP560 DVB-T2 Gateway
User’s Manual
Revision: 2.2 (3686)
2012-09-03
Valid for SW version 2.2.0 and newer

Table of Contents

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Summary

1 History

2 Introduction

2.1 Scope

Defines the manual's purpose and scope for CP560 users.

2.2 Warnings, cautions and notes

Explains the significance of safety warnings, cautions, and notes used in the manual.

2.3 Heed warnings

Emphasizes adherence to all safety warnings and operating instructions for safe product use.

2.4 Contact information

Provides contact details for customer support and inquiries regarding the CP560 unit.

3 Short Product Description

3.1 Summary of Features

Outlines the key features and capabilities of the CP560 DVB-T2 Gateway product.

3.2 Software options

Details the functionalities enabled through various software licenses for the CP560.

4 Installing the Equipment

4.1 Inspect the package content

Guides users on checking the shipment contents and ensuring all items are present and undamaged.

4.2 Installation Environment

Specifies the environmental conditions required for the proper installation and operation of the CP560.

4.3 Equipment installation

Provides essential points to observe when installing the CP560 unit into a standard 19" rack.

4.4 Ventilation

Explains the importance of proper ventilation to prevent overheating and ensure reliable operation.

4.5 Power supply

Details the AC and DC power supply options, connection procedures, and safety precautions.

6 Physical Description

6.1 Connecting the CP560

Describes how to connect the CP560 to external systems via its various ports.

6.1.1 Physical description overview

Provides an overview of the front panel LEDs and rear panel connectors of the CP560.

6.1.2 ASI ports

Explains the configuration and functionality of the ASI input/output ports on the CP560.

6.1.3 ASI input ports

Details the ASI input ports, their LEDs, and associated status indicators.

6.1.4 ASI output ports

Describes the ASI output ports and their status LEDs for transmitting T2-MI streams.

6.1.5 1 PPS Input

Explains the 1 PPS input functionality for SFN network synchronization.

6.1.6 Ethernet Data Ports

Details the usage of Ethernet data ports for transport streams and device management.

6.1.7 SFP port

Describes the SFP slot for optional interfaces and its dependency on license keys.

6.1.8 Power Supply

Refers to section 4.5 for details on power supply, grounding, and security measures.

6.1.9 Ethernet Management Port

Explains how to connect the management port for device control and network management.

6.1.10 Technical Earth

Guides on connecting the technical earth for proper grounding and potential equalization.

6.1.11 Alarm;Reset

Describes the D-Sub connector for alarm information and reset functionality.

6.1.12 Serial USB interface

Details the USB interface for initial IP address setup and driver requirements.

7 Operating the Equipment

7.1 Accessing the graphical user interface

Explains how to access the CP560 via its web interface using a browser and Flash Player.

7.2 Password protection

Describes the password protection mechanism for remote access and different user privilege levels.

7.3 Changing the IP address of the unit

Details methods for changing the CP560's management IP address via Web GUI or terminal.

8 WEB Interface

8.1 Login

Explains the login process to access the CP560 web interface using IP address, username, and password.

8.2 Status header

Describes the components of the status header, including product name, alarm status indicator, and user information.

8.3 Status

Provides an overview of the device's operational status and alarm events through sub-pages.

8.4 Device Info

Contains information and settings not related to specific ports, organized into sub-pages.

8.5 Inputs

Contains information and settings for the input ports of the device.

8.6 Outputs

Contains information and settings applicable to the output ports of the device.

9 SNMP

9.1 SNMP agent characteristics

Describes the SNMP agent's protocol support, MIB formats, and communication methods.

9.4 SNMP related configuration settings

Details SNMP configuration parameters accessible via the Device Info/SNMP settings page.

9.5 Alarm;status related SNMP TRAPs

Describes SNMP TRAP messages related to alarm and status changes.

10 Examples of Use

10.2 Installation in a system

Guides through the initial configuration steps for installing the CP560 in a new environment.

10.5 Seamless SFN operation

Describes synchronizing CP560 T2-Timestamp and scheduling for Seamless SFN systems.

10.6 Redundant system with TNS541 TS Seamless Switch

Details setting up a redundant system using CP560 units with a TNS541 TS Seamless Switch.

11 Preventive Maintenance and Fault finding

11.1 Preventive maintenance

Provides schedules and instructions for routine inspection, cleaning, and servicing of the CP560.

11.2 Fault-finding

Provides information to help operators rectify apparent faults or identify fault locations.

11.2.2 PSU LED not lit; power supply problem

Describes troubleshooting steps for issues related to the PSU LED and power supply.

11.2.3 Fan(s) not working; unit overheating

Provides steps for diagnosing fan issues and potential unit overheating problems.

Appendix A Glossary

Appendix B Technical Specification

B.1 Physical details

Lists the physical dimensions, weight, and mounting specifications of the CP560 unit.

B.2 Environmental conditions

Specifies the operating and storage environmental conditions required for the CP560.

B.3 Power

Provides technical specifications for both AC and DC power supplies used by the CP560.

B.7 Compliance

Outlines the safety and electromagnetic compatibility standards the equipment complies with.

Appendix C Forward Error Correction in IP Networks

C.1 IP stream distortion

Explains distortions affecting IP video transport, including packet loss and jitter.

C.6 Error improvement

Explains how FEC improves packet error rate and shows the effect of matrix depth on capability.

C.7 Latency and overhead

Discusses the impact of FEC on latency and required buffer sizes for error packet recovery.

Appendix D Quality of Service, Setting Packet Priority

D.2 Layer 3 routing

Describes using layer 3 routing to prioritize video packets over other data for improved QoS.

Appendix E Validation of DVB-T2 Parameters

E.1 T2-Frame

Lists the validations that apply to the T2-Frame structure, including Pilot Patterns.

Appendix F Estimated Transmission Time

F.1 How the CP560 uses the configured ETT value

Explains how the CP560 uses the Estimated Transmission Time (ETT) value in T2-Super Frame building.

F.3 How to set ETT

Offers methods for estimating and setting the ETT value for SFN regions, considering network delays.

Appendix G Alarms

G.1 Alarm severity levels

Defines the severity levels for alarms and their corresponding color indicators.

G.2 Fields in the alarm description table

Describes the fields used in the alarm description table for detailed alarm information.

G.3.a Alarms

Lists specific alarms with their ID, text, severity, and detailed information.

G.3.b Alarms

Lists specific alarms related to system, port, and time synchronization issues.

G.3.c Alarms

Lists specific alarms related to user actions, system status, and switch operations.

G.3.d Alarms

Lists specific alarms related to software updates, user logins, and system states.

G.3.e Alarms

Lists specific alarms related to synchronization, joint bit rate control, and port status.

G.3.f Alarms

Lists specific alarms related to stream integrity, PID errors, and TS packet drops.

G.3.g Alarms

Lists specific alarms related to output overflows, MIP errors, and PLP status.

G.3.h Alarms

Lists specific alarms related to TS rate issues and PSIP repetition errors.

Appendix H References

T-VIPS CP560 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandT-VIPS
ModelCP560
CategoryGateway
LanguageEnglish