Broadcast Microwave Services Europe and KG CT6020HD TV Auxiliary Equipment User Manual ManualBMS CT6020HD V1 3
Broadcast Microwave Services Europe GmbH & Co. KG TV Auxiliary Equipment ManualBMS CT6020HD V1 3
User Manual
ENGLISH (UK)
REFERENCE GUIDE V. 1.3
CT6020HD
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List of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction to the CT6020HD
Gives a general description of the equipment, main features and functions.
Identifies the controls, indicators and connectors on the front and rear
panels.
Chapter 2: Installing the Equipment
Provides a guide to the suitability of an installation and gives detailed
procedures for the preparation and installation of the equipment. Also
details the external connectors and provides important safety
information.
Chapter 3: Operating the Equipment Locally
Describes local control in detail. Provides the power-up/power-down
procedures and other general operating/control/set-up procedures.
Chapter 4: Application note for wireless HD Camera’s
Describes the mounting of the CT6020HD on the Sony 1500 Camera
Annex A: List of Abbreviations
Annex B: Technical Specification
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Contents
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List of Contents.......................................................................................... ii
About this Reference Guide .........................................................................vi
Nomenclature ............................................................................................vi
Acknowledgements....................................................................................vii
General ................................................................................................vii
Registered Trademarks...........................................................................vii
Trademarks ..........................................................................................vii
Warnings, Cautions and Notes ................................................................... viii
Heed Warnings ..................................................................................... viii
Read Instructions ................................................................................. viii
Follow Instructions................................................................................ viii
Retain Instructions................................................................................ viii
EMC Compliance ...................................................................................... viii
Contact Information ...................................................................................ix
BMS-Europe Customer Services................................................................ix
Technical Training................................................................................... x
Customer Services and Technical Training Postal Address ............................ x
Return of Equipment ............................................................................... x
Technical Publications.............................................................................. x
Chapters 1 to 4
1. Introduction to the CT6020HD.................................................................. 9
1.1 Preliminary Remarks.......................................................................... 9
1.2 Designation and P/N .......................................................................... 9
1.3 Description..................................................................................... 10
2. Installing the Equipment........................................................................ 11
2.1 Safety instructions .......................................................................... 11
2.3 Shut-Down ..................................................................................... 13
3. Operating the Equipment....................................................................... 14
3.1 Multifunctional display ..................................................................... 14
3.2 Frequency input (1)......................................................................... 15
3.3 Resolution (2)................................................................................. 16
3.4 Framerate (3)................................................................................. 17
3.5 Modulation (4) ................................................................................ 18
3.5 Latency (5) .................................................................................... 19
3.6 Audio Input (6) ............................................................................... 19
3.7 Line Gain (7) .................................................................................. 20
3.8 Mic Gain (8) ................................................................................... 20
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3.9 MIC Phantom (9) ............................................................................ 21
3.10 Data Freq (10) (optional) ............................................................... 22
3.11 Output Power (11)......................................................................... 22
3.12 Contrast (12)................................................................................ 23
3.13 Display OFF (13) ........................................................................... 23
3.14 Software (14) ............................................................................... 24
3.15 Status* (15) ................................................................................. 24
3.16 Encoder FW* (16) ......................................................................... 25
4. APPLICATION NOTE FOR WIRELESS HD CAMERAS …………………………………….26
4.1 Introduction ....................................................................................... 26
4.2 Mounting instructions for CT6020HD on the Sony 1500 camera ................ 27
Appendix A List of Abbreviations
Appendix B Technical Specification
B.1… Compliance .................................................................................... B-1
B.1.1 Safety ..................................................................................... B-1
B.1.2 EMC ........................................................................................ B-1
B.1.3 Shock and Vibration .................................................................. B-2
B.1.4 CE Marking .............................................................................. B-2
B.1.5 FCC Marking ............................................................................. B-2
B.2 Technical Specifications .................................................................... B-3
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About this Reference Guide
This Reference Guide provides instructions and information for the
installation and operation of the CT6020HD.
This Reference Guide should be kept in a safe place for reference for the
life of the equipment. It is not intended that this Reference Guide will be
amended by the issue of individual pages. Any revision will be by a
complete reissue. Further copies of this Reference Guide can be ordered
from the address shown on page viii. If passing the equipment to a third
party, also pass the relevant documentation.
Issues of this Reference Guide are listed below:
Issue Date Build Version Comments
1 December 2008 1.0 Initial release.
1 January 2009 1.1 Update
1 March 1.2 Notes added
Note…
The Build Version in the table refers to an overall number which
encompasses all the various software/firmware versions of video,
audio, etc in the device.
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Acknowledgements
General
All best endeavors have been made to acknowledge registered trademarks
and trademarks used throughout this Reference Guide. Any notified
omissions will be rectified in the next issue of this Reference Guide. Some
trademarks may be registered in some countries but not in others.
Registered trademarks and trademarks used are acknowledged below and
marked with their respective symbols. However, they are not marked
within the text of this Reference Guide.
Registered Trademarks
AC-3
®
, Dolby Digital
®
and Pro Logic
®
are registered trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Musicam
®
is a registered trademark of Thomson and Télédiffusion de
France (TDF), Europe, and is a registered trademark of CCS (now Musicam
USA Incorporated), USA.
Ethernet
®
is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation.
XILINX
®
is a registered trademark of Xilinx Inc.
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Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Heed Warnings
All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be
adhered to. The manufacturer can not be held responsible for injuries or
damage where warnings and cautions have been ignored or taken lightly.
Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before this product
is operated.
Follow Instructions
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future
reference.
Warnings…
Warnings give information which, if strictly observed, will
prevent personal injury or death, OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL
PROPERTY OR THE ENVIRONMENT. They are boxed and
shaded for emphasis, as in this example, and are placed
immediately preceding the point at which the reader
requires them.
Cautions...
Cautions give information which, if strictly followed, will prevent
damage to equipment or other goods. They are boxed for emphasis,
as in this example, and are placed immediately preceding the point
at which the reader requires them.
Notes...
Notes provide supplementary information. They are highlighted for
emphasis, as in this example, and are placed immediately after
the relevant text.
EMC Compliance
This equipment is certified to the EMC requirements detailed in Annex B,
Technical Specification. To maintain this certification, only use the leads
supplied or if in doubt contact Customer Services.
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RF Exposure Info:
For body worn operation, device has been tested and meets FCC RF
exposure guidelines when used with an accessory that contains no metal
and that positions device a minimum of 20cm from the body. Use of other
accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.
Technical Training
Training Courses
BMS Europe provides a wide range of training courses on the operation
and maintenance of our products and on their supporting technologies.
BMS can provide both regularly scheduled courses and training tailored to
individual needs. Courses can be run either at your premises or at one of
our dedicated training facilities.
Where to Find Us
For further information on BMS Europe training program please
contact us:
International Telephone: + 49 6124 7239-00
International Facsimile + 49 6124 7239-29
Customer Services and BMS Europe Postal Address
BMS-Europe GmbH & Co. KG
Schwalbacher Straße 12
65321 Heidenrod – Kemel
Germany
Return of Equipment
If you need to return equipment for repair, please contact
Tel: + 49 6124 7239-00
Fax: + 49 6124 7239-29
BMS-Europe GmbH & Co. KG
Schwalbacher Straße 12
65321 Heidenrod – Kemel
Germany
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1. Introduction to the CT6020HD
1.1 Preliminary Remarks
This manual is provided for users and operators of the CT6020HD Transmitter. It is
intended to support the installation, operation, maintenance and daily use of the unit
in general.
The manual should be kept with the CT6020HD Transmitter and may be consulted
when questions occur. Should problems remain after you have read the manual
carefully or if you have any further questions concerning the functionality or operation
of the Transmitter, please contact Customer Service.
1.2 Designation and P/N
Designation CT6020HD
Frequency range P/N
6.425 – 6.525 GHz 11.2456.000
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1.3 Description
General Information on D-ENG (Digital Electronic News Gathering)
The introduction of the DVB standard established the basis for digital broadcast video
transmission making efficient use of the available bandwidth. Powerful compression
algorithms allow a reduction in the amount of data to be transferred, while
maintaining the high quality standards for video and audio signals used in broad-
casting applications. New modulation techniques and error correction algorithms
ensure a secure signal transmission even when the transmission conditions are poor.
The DVB-T standard was established for terrestrial digital TV broadcasting, in
particular considering the difficult conditions of radio transmission. The highly efficient
OFDM multicarrier modulation procedure enables transmission without interference
even under multipath propagation conditions occurring with non-directional
transmission or reception. Practical experience soon has proved that the DVB-T
standard guarantees ruggedness of transmission to an extent even allowing mobile
reception.
Increasing miniaturization, in particular of MPEG encoders and OFDM modulators,
enables using the DVB-T standard for mobile portable transmission systems.
Previous analog FM systems were adversely affected by signal reflections directly
resulting in video and audio interferences. Such effects do not occur when the digital
ENG system (D-ENG) is deployed. Even mobile transmission from moving vehicles or
the use of omni-directional antennas on the transmitting or receiving side does not
impair the picture or sound quality at all, opening a completely new range of
applications in TV production and news gathering.
Video Inputs
The CT6020HD accepts only HDSDI and SDI information at the input:
• SDI BNC(f)
OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplex) Modulator
The digital data signal for wireless transmission is processed by the OFDM Modulator
and following IQ Modulator. The OFDM modulation procedure has a major impact on
the transmission properties and was specifically developed for terrestrial radio
transmission.
User interface
The integrated Multifunctional Display allows easy configuration of the device. The
current Software and firmware version can also be displayed.
Linear Power Amplifier
The linear power amplifier amplifies the output signal of the Modulator to an output of
about 200 mW (+23 dBm). The output port is located on top of the device.
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2. Installing the Equipment
2.1 Safety instructions
Warning
The regulations of VDE0100 must be observed for
installation and operation of the unit.
Caution
• Establish all other connections before starting the unit by
connecting it to 12VDC. Essential, a valid video signal must be
connected to the desired input before power on the CT6020HD.
• When you connect the CT6020HD as described in the following
sections, make sure that the "Caution" instructions given there
are observed.
• Make sure that there is sufficient air circulation to ensure
adequate cooling of the unit.
External forced ventilation may be required if the unit is installed
in a rack or cabinet.
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2.2 Connectors
Figure 1 Input connector of the CT6020HD
RF Connector
The RF output signal of the Low-Power Amplifier is fed out at the N(f) connector on
top of the unit.
The CT6020HD provides RF output of about 200 mW (+23dBm).
Connecting Signal Sources
The Video signal supplied by the camera has to be applied to the HDSDI BNC(f)
connector of the transmitter.
The Audio signal supplied by the camera has to be applied to the Audio in 5pol Lemo
connector of the transmitter.
Connecting the RF Output
An omni directional antenna with N(m) connector can be directly mounted at the RF
out socket.
Connecting the UHF Data Input (optional)
An UHF antenna with SMA(m) connector can be directly mounted at the UHF in
socket.
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Connecting the 12VDC Supply Voltage
Caution
When using a battery or power pack, make sure that the minimum
supply current is at least 3A and the output voltage matches the
input voltage range of the CT6020HD.
Failure to comply with these requirements may cause fatal
damage to the battery/power pack and/or CT6020HD.
Battery Powered Operation of the CT6020HD
Many types of batteries are available on the market and we tried to support the best
ones.
2.3 Shut-Down
Caution
To shut-down the unit, first disconnect it from the 12VDC supply
voltage.
After disconnection from the supply voltage by removing the battery or disconnecting
the 12VDC supply cable, the other connecting cables can be removed from the unit.
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3. Operating the Equipment
3.1 Multifunctional display
During start up the transmitter is in a self test mode. After the self test the
transmitter’s name is displayed before the display permanentlyshows the current
frequency.
Current transmission frequency
UHF Data Receive
Quality
6500 MHz
(2) Down-Button
(1) Up-Button (3) Select-Button
Display
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The automatic COFDM setup is very easy to handle.
When the Enter-Button is pressed and held for approximately 2 seconds the setup
menu is accessible:
Menu structure as follows:
(1) FREQUENCY
(2) RESOLUTION
(3) FRAME RATE
(4) MODULATION
(5) LATENCY
(6) AUDIO INPUT
(7) LINE GAIN
(8) MIC GAIN
(9) MIC PHANTOM
(10) DATA FREQ
(11) OUTPUT POWER
(12) CONTRAST
(13) DISPLAY OFF
(14) SOFTWARE
(15) STATUS*
(15) ENCODER FW* (after a re-start please reset this option)
Use Up and Down button to navigate through this menu. To activate a sub menu
press Enter-button for 2 seconds.
To exit all sub menus press Enter button.
3.2 Frequency input (1)
At the frequency menu the current frequency is displayed.
To change the frequency press Enter button for 2 sec.
6500
MHz
FREQUENCY
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The inverted digit displays the current changeable position of the frequency. By use of
Up and Down button the inverted digit can be changed, digit by digit. To confirm a
change and switch to the next position of the frequency press Enter-button and
continue with the next digit. To save the changed frequency and leave this sub-menu
press Enter-button after all digits of the frequency are set.
3.3 Resolution (2)
In the sub menu “Resolution” the desired resolution of your transmitter can be
chosen.
Four options for resolution are available. For proper selection, please check the video
output of your camera.
• SD
• 720p
• 1080i
• 1080p
To edit the resolution sub-menu press Enter-Button for 2 seconds.
Use the Up- and Down-Buttons for navigation and select the desired modulation by
pressing the Enter-Button.
To exit this submenu press Enter-Button.
6500
MHz
FREQUENCY
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3.4 Framerate (3)
After setting the resolution (1080p/1080i/720p/SD) it is important to set the correct
corresponding frame-rate.
Please check, at all costs, which HD output signal, which resolution the video signal
has and which frame-rate (1080p/1080i/720p) the camera is set to. A list of the
resolution and corresponding frame rates is added below.
The following Frame rates are available:
• 23,98 Hz (1080p)
• 24 Hz (1080p)
• 24 PsF (1080p)
• 50 Hz (1080i/720p/SD)
• 59,94 Hz (1080i/720p/SD)
• 60 Hz (1080i/720p/SD)
To edit the frame rate sub-menu press Enter-Button for 2 seconds.
Use the Up- and Down-Buttons for navigation and select the desired frame rate by
pressing the Enter-Button.
To exit this submenu press Enter-Button.
Note
With PsF, a progressive frame is sliced into two "segments", with
the odd lines in one segment and the even lines in the other
segment. This allows for a progressive picture to be processed
through the same electronic circuitry that is used to store, process
and route interlaced video. Technically, progressive segments are
equivalent to interlaced fields, but unlike native interlaced video,
there is no motion between the two fields to make up the video
frame, both fields represent the same instant in time.
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3.5 Modulation (4)
In the sub menu “Modulation” the Modulation method can be changed. The following
options are available:
• QPSK (if SD Resolution is selected)
• 16 QAM (if SD Resolution is selected)
• 64 QAM (1080p/1080i/720p/SD)
Below table shows the Bitrates for the different modulation options. FEC and Guard
Interval will be changed automatically along with the selected modulation.
Bitrate for SD Modulations
Modulation FEC GUARD BITRATE
QPSK ½ 1/32 6.03 MBit/s
16QAM ½ 1/32 12.06 MBit/s
64QAM ½ 1/32 18.09 MBit/s
Bitrate for HD Modulations
Modulation FEC GUARD BITRATE
64QAM 2/3 1/32 24.13 MBit/s
Note
If you have selected the HD resolution 1080p or 1080i or 720p a
modulation of 64QAM will be used and can not be changed.
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To edit the modulation sub-menu press Enter-Button for 2 seconds.
Use the Up- and Down-Buttons for navigation and select the desired modulation by
pressing the Enter-Button.
To exit this submenu press Enter-Button.
3.5 Latency (5)
In the sub-menu “Latency” the latency can be chosen. There are two settings,
“Ultra low” and “Standard”.
If low latency is your requirement, then please use the “Ultra-low” setting
If you require a higher picture quality then use the option “Standard”.
To edit the latency sub-menu press Enter-Button for 2 seconds.
Use the Up- and Down-Buttons for navigation and select the desired latency by
pressing the Enter-Button.
To exit this submenu press Enter-Button.
3.6 Audio Input (6)
In the sub menu “Audio Input” the required Audio input can be chosen.
• LINE
• MIC
• EMBEDDED
Please set the transmitter Audio input to match the selected Audio input source. For
example, if you use a microphone then please chose the option “MIC”. Having chosen
“MIC” then you must check further settings under sub-menu points 8 (Mic Gain) & 9
(MIC Phantom)
Correspondingly the choice of “LINE” Option for an external Audio signal would require
checking and adjusting the settings for point 7 (Line Gain).
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To edit the audio input sub-menu press Enter-Button for 2 seconds.
Use the Up- and Down-Buttons for navigation and select the desired audio input by
pressing the Enter-Button.
To exit this submenu press Enter-Button.
3.7 Line Gain (7)
Sub menue “LINE GAIN” will become available, if you have selected “Line” as your
input source. Line amplification options are
+00dB;+10dB…..(in 1dB steps)…..+65dB
To edit the line gain sub-menu press Enter-Button for 2 seconds.
Use the Up- and Down-Buttons for navigation and select the desired line gain by
pressing the Enter-Button.
To exit this submenu press Enter-Button.
3.8 Mic Gain (8)
Sub menue “MIC GAIN” will become available, if you have selected “Mic” as your input
source.
You can adjust the signal strength of the Audio level within the menu “Mic Gain” (8)
+00dB;+10dB…..(in 1dB Steps)…..+65dB
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To edit the mic gain sub-menu press Enter-Button for 2 seconds.
Use the Up- and Down-Buttons for navigation and select the desired mic gain by
pressing the Enter-Button.
To exit this submenu press Enter-Button.
3.9 MIC Phantom (9)
In the “MIC PHANTOM” sub-menu the use of a condenser Microphone is supported
and “ON” or “OFF” can be set.
Note:
In general, phantom voltages are used to power electronics within
condenser microphones. Condenser microphones require power for
various parts of their operation, including impedance converters,
preamplifier circuitry and, in some cases, to polarized microphone
capsules. Phantom is usually a DC voltage ranging from 12 to 48
volts. Microphones draw current from this voltage based on their
needs.
To edit the mic phantom sub-menu press Enter-Button for 2 seconds.
Use the Up- and Down-Buttons for navigation and select the desired mic phantom by
pressing the Enter-Button.
To exit this submenu press Enter-Button.
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3.10 Data Freq (10) (optional)
In the sub menu “Data Freq” the frequency of the data receiver can be set. However,
this setting is only valid for those models of the CT6020HD Series, which have
integrated data receivers for remote operation of the camera installed.
At the bottom of the display a bar is displayed. This is an indicator of UHF receive
strength, the “stronger” the bar the “stronger” the signal at the antenna.
The frequency may be changed in 10Khz steps.
Please be aware that the RX frequency will have to match the TX frequency of the UHF
data transmitter to enable remote operation of the camera.
To edit the data freq sub-menu press Enter-Button for 2 seconds.
Use the Up- and Down-Buttons for navigation and select the desired data freq by
pressing the Enter-Button.
To exit this submenu press Enter-Button.
3.11 Output Power (11)
In the sub menu “Output Power” you can adjust the power output. The more power is
selected the further is the distance the signal can be transferred. There are three
different power settings:
• LOW (10mW)
• MEDIUM (100mW)
• HIGH (200mW)
UHF Data Receive
Quality ‘bar’
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To edit the power output sub-menu press Enter-Button for 2 seconds.
Use the Up- and Down-Buttons for navigation and select the desired power output by
pressing the Enter-Button.
To exit this submenu press Enter-Button.
3.12 Contrast (12)
According to the brightness in your surrounding you may want to adjust the “Display
Contrast”.
The range is between 0= Dark to 31= Bright. The contrast value at delivery is 8.
To edit the display contrast sub-menu press Enter-Button for 2 seconds.
Use the Up- and Down-Buttons for navigation and select the desired display contrast
by pressing the Enter-Button.
To exit this submenu press Enter-Button.
3.13 Display OFF (13)
The sub menu “Display OFF” controls the automatic switch off function. If you wish to
have the display always on, this should be set to “OFF”. Otherwise you have the
possibility to have the display active for a predefined time ranging from 15 and 240
seconds, in 15 second steps before it switches off.
Edit mode is reached by pressing Enter-Button for 2 seconds. Here, through buttons 1
& 2, the desired duration value can be entered. Please confirm selection with Enter-
Button.
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To edit the display off sub-menu press Enter-Button for 2 seconds.
Use the Up- and Down-Buttons for navigation and select the desired option for display
off by pressing the Enter-Button.
To exit this submenu press Enter-Button.
3.14 Software (14)
This sub-menu displays the actual Software and Firmware versions number.
3.15 Status* (15)
This sub-menu displays the actual Status
N.B. This menu is reachable through menu point 14 (Software) and after that and
while the unit is switched on remains visible however if power is removed for any
reason please go back to menu point 14 and repeat the procedure to reach menu
point 15 again.
To enable the Status Menu:
Please go to the Menu-point “Software“ (14)
Next press Enter-Button for 2 seconds. After 2 seconds release Enter-Button and
press Up-Button (arrow up), you have now reached the special “Status” menu.
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3.16 Encoder FW* (16)
N.B. This menu is reachable through menu point 14 (Software) and after that and
while the unit is switched on remains visible however if power is removed for any
reason please go back to menu point 14 and repeat the procedure to reach menu
point 16 again.
The complete transmitter performance can be influenced with the changing of the
Firmware. Here, the choice of “HI QUALITY” will give you the best picture quality
however with a slight penalty on the latency side and on the other side the choice of
“HIGH SPEED” will give the optimum latency, however with a penalty on the picture
quality.
Please be aware: When this setting is changed the transmitter must be completely re-
started. This is achieved by separating the transmitter from the power supply. Please
wait 10 seconds before connecting the transmitter back to the power supply. Because
new Firmware has been loaded a 5 minute re-boot is required. A % table indicates the
re-boot status.
To change the Encoder Firmware:
Please go to the Menu-point “Software“ (14)
Next press Enter-Button for 2 seconds. After 2 seconds release Enter-Button and
press Up-Button (arrow up), you have now reached the special “Encoder FW” menu.
As explained above you can now choose between the special settings “HI QUALITY”
and “FAST SPEED”. Please confirm the selection with Enter-Button and wait. After
approximately 10 seconds please perform a re-boot.
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4. Application note for wireless HD cameras
4.1 Introduction
The typical cameras that were used today in the broadcast section are triax cameras
which are used for wireless applications as well. Mostly the customers can not afford
an additional HD camera with Battery mounts for wireless applications.
As an example we take the Sony 1450, 1500 or 1550 camera which are the most
frequent cameras in the broadcast section.
Caution
• The original cameras have no mount and no support for batteries
• Also we as BMS do not recommend screwing a bracket on a
camera for a day by day use. Therefore we are trying to use
original Sony brackets or for other cameras other original
brackets which can support a adaptor for wireless applications
Sony camera without V-mount bracket
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Sony camera with Sony V-mount bracket attached
Note
The V-mount bracket for Sony cameras is part of the Sony
viewfinder and not separately available!
4.2 Mounting instructions for CT6020HD on the Sony
1500 camera
1. In the menu of the Sony 1500 camera the user has the possibility to configure
all connectors at the camera. Please configure the SDI connector in the camera-
menu. Set the SDI connector to HD-SDI output. Before you proceed to the next
step, please make sure which kind of HD video signal you get at the output
connector of the camera. The best way to check this, is to connect the
programmed output connector of the HD camera with a HD-control monitor
which will show the user the parameter of the video signal at the camera
output.
Note
The HD video parameter of the camera has to comply with the
parameter of the transmitter. Please check the output video signal
before proceeding.
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Please see below table for an example for HD video parameter:
Resolution
Frame rate
1080p 23,98
1080p 24
1080i 50
1080i 59,94
1080i 60
720p 50
720p 59,94
720p 60
Please write down the video settings which you get from the HD control monitor
regarding resolution and frame rate. You will need these settings later when
you have to configure the transmitter, otherwise you will not be able to
transmit a video signal!
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2. Now fix the adaptor on the Sony monitor V-mount bracket.
Push the adaptor into the V-mount bracket until it snaps in.
3. After you have fixed the adaptor on the camera you will have to connect the
cables to the camera, therefore you have to open the back of the adaptor to be
able to get access to the connectors.
Press the little lever down and open the back door of the adaptor. Now you have
free access to all the connectors on the back of the camera.
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4. Now you have to connect first the cables at the camera and then to the
transmitter
First connect the short BNC video cable to the HD-SDI video output connector.
After that, connect the remote cable (Hirose-connector) to the remote connector
of the camera.
There is a 4-pol XLR cable which is fixed at the adaptor, please connect this cable
to the DC input of the camera as shown in the picture.
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Note
This camera has no audio output connector, therefore you have to
use an extension cable from the camera microphone to the
transmitter on the backside of the camera
5. When you have finished connecting the cables to the camera please close the
door of the adaptor, fix the two antennas on the transmitter and fix the
transmitter to the adaptor.
To fix the transmitter to the adaptor push the transmitter from up to down until it
snaps into the V-mount bracket.
Caution
• Please double check that the transmitter is firmly attached
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6. Now you can connect the cables to the transmitter.
Connect the remote cable to the “Data”, (4pol Lemo), the audio cable from the
microphone to the “Audio” (5pol Lemo) and the HD-SDI video cable to the “SDI”
connector.
7. The next step will be to turn on the camera and the transmitter.
Caution
• Be sure that the antennas are fixed
• Be sure that all the cables are connected
Now push the battery into the V-mount adaptor until it snaps in. After you
attached the battery the transmitter will start automatically. If the camera is
turned off please turn the camera on.
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8. At this point you have finished with the connections. Now you will have to set the
HD video settings in the transmitter, otherwise you will not be able to transmit any
video.
At step 1 you checked the output video signal of the HD camera with its resolution
and frame rate and which you have written down. Please make a note of these
settings and configure the transmitter likewise. This is very important!
Note
Configure the transmitter with the same parameters of the HD
video signal you checked with the HD control monitor
At this point the transmitter is receiving the right signals and you can proceed to the
configuration of the transmitter and transmission.
Annex A: List of Abbreviations
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List of Abbreviations
The following specific abbreviations are used within this document:
4:2:0 Digital video coding method in which the color difference
signals are sampled on alternate lines at half the luminance
rate.
4:2:2 Digital video coding method in which the color difference
signals are sampled on all lines at half the luminance rate.
COFDM Coded Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplex
(digital modulation procedure)
Composite CVBS video signal, 1 V
pk-pk
CVBS Color Video Black Sync Signal
D-ENG Digital Electronic News Gathering
DVB-T Digital Video Broadcasting Terrestrial
EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility
ETS European Telecommunications Standard
FBAS German for CVBS
FEC Forward Error Correction
FM Frequency Modulation (analog modulation procedure)
IF Intermediate Frequency
IEC International Electro-technical Committee
ISO International Standards Organisation
kbit/s 1000 bits per second
Mbit/s Million bits per second.
MP@ML Main Profile at Main Level: A subset of the MPEG-2 standard,
which supports digital video storage (DVD etc.) and
transmissions up to 15 Mbit/s over various mediums.
MPEG Motion Pictures Experts Group (compression technique)
NTSC National Television Systems Committee
OFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplex
QAM Quadrature Amplitude Modulation: A method of modulating
digital signals
QPSK Quadrature phase shift keying (digital modulation technique)
PAL Phase Alternation Line (a color TV broadcasting system)
PCM Pulse Code Modulation
RF Radio Frequency
RGB Red, green, blue. The chroma information in a video signal.
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RS 232, RS-232 EIA-232
SDI Serial Digital Interface
TS Transport Stream
XLR Audio connector featuring three leads, two for signal and one
for GND
YUV Y: Luminance component (brightness),
U and V: chrominance (color difference)
Y/C Broadcast Video with separate color, Y luminance and C
chroma (sometimes called S-Video)
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Technical Specification
B.1 Compliance
1
B.1.1 Safety
This equipment has been designed and tested to meet the requirements of
the following:
EN 60950 European Safety of information technology equipment
including business equipment.
IEC 60950 International Safety of information technology equipment
including business equipment.
B.1.2 EMC
2
The equipment has been designed and tested to meet the following:
EN 55022
and
AS/NZS 3548
European
Australia and
New Zealand
Emission Standard
Limits and methods of measurement of
radio frequency interference
characteristics of information
technology equipment - Class A.
EN 61000-3-2
3
European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC),
Part 3 Limits; Section 2. Limits for
harmonic current emissions (equipment
input current ≤ 16 A per phase).
EN 61000-3-3
3
European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC),
Part 3. Limits; Section 3. Limitation of
voltage fluctuations and flicker in low
voltage supply systems for equipment
with rated current ≤ 16 A.
EN 55024:1998 European Information technology equipment -
Immunity characteristics - Limits and
methods of measurement.
1
The version of the standards shown is current as of time of manufacture.
2
The EMC tests were performed with the Technical Earth attached and configured using recommended cables.
3
Applies only to models of the equipment using mains (ac) power sources.
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B.1.3 Shock and Vibration
The device chassis complies with the requirements of ETS 300-019-2-5
Table 2, for both non-operational and operational states, without any
special mounting or casing requirements over and above the standard
mounting requirements specified.
ETS 300-019-2-5 European Equipment Engineering (EE):
Environmental conditions and
environmental tests for
telecommunications equipment
Part 2-5: Specification of environmental
tests Ground Vehicle Installations.
Table 2.
B.1.4 CE Marking
The CE mark is affixed to indicate compliance with the following
directives:
89/336/EEC of 3 May 1989 on the approximation of the laws of the
Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility.
73/23/EEC of 19 February 1973 on the harmonisation of the laws of the
Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within
certain voltage limits.
B.1.5 FCC Marking
FCC ID: VFB-CT6020HD
Radio Frequency Interference
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Modifications
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved
by Broadcast Microwave Services may void the FCC authorization to
operate this equipment.
Radiofrequency radiation exposure Information
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and
operated with minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your
body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter
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B.2 Technical Specifications
Frequency 6.425 - 6.525 GHz
Video Input HDSDI - BNC(f)
Audio Input 2x Analogue audio in (Line or Mic Level) – 5pol Lemo
Modulator COFDM, ETS 300744, 2k carriers only
Bandwidth: 8 MHz
QPSK,16 QAM,64 QAM
RF Output Power 200 mW
Power Input 11 to 18 VDC
Power Consumption 30W
Operating Conditions Ambient temperature
-20°C to +45°C
Dimensions (W x D x H) 272 mm x 106 mm x 56 mm (without Battery bracket)
Weight 1.45 kg approx