Trilithic EASYCAP-1 Emergency Alert System User Manual
Trilithic, Inc. Emergency Alert System Users Manual
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EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder AF Operation Manual T AF Trilithic Company Profile Trilithic is a privately held manufacturer founded in 1986 as an engineering and assembly company that builds and designs customer-directed products for telecommunications, military, and industrial customers. From its modest beginnings as a two-man engineering team, Trilithic has grown over the years and broadened its offerings of RF and microwave components by adding broadband solutions to its product line. This was accomplished with the acquisition of components manufacturer Cir-Q-Tel and instruments manufacturer Texscan. AF Today, Trilithic is an industry leader, providing telecommunications solutions for major broadband, RF and microwave markets around the world. As an ISO 9000:2001 certified company with over 40 years of collective expertise in engineering and custom assembly, Trilithic is dedicated to providing quality products, services and communications solutions that exceed customer expectations. Trilithic is comprised of five major divisions: Broadband Instruments and Systems Offers test, analysis, and quality management solutions for the major cable television systems worldwide. RF Microwave Components Provides components and custom subsystems for companies specializing in cellular, military, and other wireless applications. Emergency Alert Systems Leading supplier of government-mandated emergency alert systems used by broadcast TV, cable TV, IPTV, DBS, and radio stations. XFTP Offers a specialty line of field technical products for cable operators and technicians, as well as a line of products for installing electronics in the home of the future. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual T AF THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual Table of Contents AF 1. General Information .............................................................................................................. 5 Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 5 FCC Certification................................................................................................................... 6 Unpacking and Inspection ...................................................................................................... 6 Claims for Damage in Shipment ............................................................................................ 6 Helpful Website ..................................................................................................................... 7 Where to Get Technical Support ............................................................................................. 7 How this Manual is Organized ................................................................................................ 8 Conventions Used in this Manual ........................................................................................... 8 2. Overview ............................................................................................................................... 9 Wiring Recommendations...................................................................................................... 9 Hardware Overview ............................................................................................................. 10 Front Panel View ............................................................................................................ 10 Rear Panel View ............................................................................................................ 11 Rear Panel Details ......................................................................................................... 15 3. Configuration ...................................................................................................................... 19 System Login ....................................................................................................................... 19 Network Settings ................................................................................................................. 20 Network Interfaces .......................................................................................................... 20 Network Time Protocol (NTP) Encoder/Decoder ............................................................. 22 Date/Time Settings .............................................................................................................. 23 CAP Settings....................................................................................................................... 24 TCP Feed Settings ........................................................................................................ 25 Alert Text Settings ................................................................................................................ 26 Accepted Events ................................................................................................................. 27 Accepted Locations ............................................................................................................. 28 Outgoing Delivery Settings ................................................................................................... 29 Encoder/Decoder Settings ............................................................................................. 30 User Account Settings .......................................................................................................... 31 User Settings ................................................................................................................. 32 System Administration Settings ........................................................................................... 33 Upgrades ....................................................................................................................... 33 Reboot ........................................................................................................................... 34 Logs .................................................................................................................................... 35 Alert Log ........................................................................................................................ 35 System Log .................................................................................................................... 35 About ................................................................................................................................... 36 EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual D AF 4. Appendix ............................................................................................................................. 37 Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 37 General Specifications ................................................................................................... 37 Processor and Memory .................................................................................................. 37 Chassis .......................................................................................................................... 37 Communications ............................................................................................................ 37 Audio ............................................................................................................................. 37 Video ............................................................................................................................. 38 General Purpose Inputs and Outputs ............................................................................... 38 Radio Receiver Boards .................................................................................................. 38 AES-EBU Digital Audio Board ....................................................................................... 38 Communications Board .................................................................................................. 38 PCI-Express Expansion Slot (Optional) .......................................................................... 39 Trilithic EAS 2-Year Limited Warranty ................................................................................... 40 EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual Chapter 1 1. General Information Introduction The Trilithic EASyCAP (Model EASyCAP-1) EAS (Emergency Alert System) Encoder/Decoder is a two-U rack mounted control center capable of performing manual or automated EAS messaging for Cable, Broadcast, and Wireline systems, in accordance with CFR 47 part 11 FCC regulations, and the EAS Cable Handbook. AF The EASyCAP receives EAS messages from up to six audio sources (internal or external), decodes the FSK EAS message, and operates the target system equipment to replay the message for viewers/listeners. In addition, messages can be originated by the user via local or remote control of the EASyCAP. The EAS Audio sources for the EASyCAP include internal AM/ FM/NOAA radios and external audio inputs that can be connected to any known EAS audio source. EAS Audio is decoded by the internal AFSK circuitry, it is then sorted and interpreted to determine the type of emergency or test, locations for which the emergency applies, and other information supplied in the EAS Header. If a voice message is contained in the EAS message, it is recorded for possible playback to subscribers. EAS messages then pass through a series of tests to determine if the message matches predefined, user configurable parameters. If these tests pass, EAS activation (message playback) to the system occurs. To play an EAS message to viewers/listeners, the EASyCAP activates TTLs, Contact Closures, RS-485 data commands, RS232 data commands, and several IP based protocols, it also supplies pertinent video and reencodes/plays the EAS FSK and recorded audio. The TTLs, Contact Closures, and serial data commands, and IP protocols activate routing equipment and end-user devices to provide the emergency audio and video to all viewers/listeners. In addition to the EAS messaging capabilities, the EASyCAP records all received and transmitted messages in its internal log for later retrieval. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual FCC Certification The Trilithic EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder is certified to comply with 47 CFR, Part 11 (FCC regulations) for EAS encoders and decoders, and is registered with the FCC under identification number: P4V-EASYCAP-1. Persuant to FCC 15.21 of the FCC rules, changes not expressly approved by Trilithic, Inc. might cause harmful interference and void the FCC authorization to operate this product. AF 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 in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an output on a circuit different from that to which thereceiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Unpacking and Inspection When the EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder arrives, immediately inspect the shipping container and contents for visible damage. Keep all packing materials until the equipments intended performance characteristics have been verified. If any of the equipment is damaged or fails to operate properly due to transportation damage, immediately file a claim with the transportation company or, if insured separately, with the insurance company. Each EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder will arrive in its own shipping container. The container will, at a minimum, include the following components; EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder & AC Power Cord. Claims for Damage in Shipment Claims for shipping damage should be directed to the shipping and/or freight delivery service used. Claims should be made within 7 days to insure prompt handling of the claim. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual Helpful Website The following website contains general information which may be of interest: http://www.trilithic.com Trilithics website contains product specifications and information, tips, release information, marketing information, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), bulletins, and other technical information. This website can be referenced for product updates. AF Where to Get Technical Support Trilithic technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM EST. Callers in North America can dial 1-317-895-3600 or 1-800-344-2412 (toll free). International callers should dial 1-317-895-3600 or fax questions to 1-317-895-3613. You can also e-mail technical support at EASysupport@trilithic.com. For quicker support response when calling or sending e-mail, please provide the following information: Your name and your company name The technical point of contact (name, phone number, e-mail) The serial number of the EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder A detailed description of the problem you are having, including any error or information messages Before any Trilithic EAS encoder/decoder can be returned for repair, Trilithic will issue a return material authorization (RMA) number. NO RETURNED EQUIPMENT WILL BE ACCEPTED WHICH DOES NOT HAVE AN RMA NUMBER PROMINENTLY DISPLAYED ON THE OUTSIDE SHIPPING CARTON AND ON THE SHIPPING LABEL. A complete and full description, in writing, regarding the service issues with the equipment must be supplied inside the shipping container with each piece of equipment for which an RMA number has been issued. Hardware or software modifications and changes may occur at any time during production, shipping, and/or during the equipments life span. These changes may occur or be implemented by Trilithic, Inc. without prior written notice or warning. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual How this Manual is Organized This manual is divided into the following chapters: Chapter 1, General Information, provides Trilithic contact information and describes how this operation manual is structured. Chapter 2, Overview gives an overview of the EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder hardware and how it works. Chapter 3, Configuration describes the steps necessary to configure the EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder. AF Chapter 3, Appendix describes the specifications and warranty of the EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder. Conventions Used in this Manual This manual has several standard conventions for presenting information. Connections, menus, menu options, and user entered text and commands appear in bold. Section names, web, and e-mail addresses appear in italics. A NOTE is information that will be of assistance to you related to the current step or procedure. A CAUTION alerts you to any condition that could cause a mechanical failure or potential loss of data. A WARNING alerts you to any condition that could cause personal injury. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual Chapter 2 2. Overview Wiring Recommendations Shielded audio wire for all TTL, contact closure, and audio connections Shielded RS-232 and printer cables Shielded (coaxial) video cables Shielded RS-485 data cable Shielded Category 6 or 7 Ethernet cables for all Ethernet connections. AF EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual Hardware Overview AF Front Panel View 1. Speaker - Used for monitoring audio inputs and to provide aural feedback during EAS activations. 2. Touchscreen LCD display - Provides visual feedback during programming, setup, monitoring, and activations and it is used for local control of the EASyCAP and access to the on-board menu system. The keypad and LCD display provide an on-board menu system, allowing for a limited amount of configuration, tests, and encoding functions. A secure web interface provides more comprehensive configuration and control of the encoder/ decoder. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 10 Rear Panel View AF 10 11 12 13 1. PCIe Expansion Slot (Optional) - This is a PCIe expansion slot that will accomodate a 1, 4, or 16 lane PCIe card. This is reserved for future use. 2. AES-EBU Digital Audio - This is an AES-EBU expansion slot that accomodates two AES-EBU digital audio switches. Each switch provides a pair of channels using 110 Ohm XLR connections. Each switch provides a pair of channels using 110 Ohm XLR connections. Internal switches are provided to replace the AESEBU program audio with alert audio. Alert audio automatically locks to the incoming bit rate and sample rate (up to 192 kHz). Configurable as a switch or an audio source. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 11 T 3. General Purpose Inputs/Outputs - The EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder comes with six (6) general purpose outputs, four (4) general purpose inputs, and two (2) TTL outputs: General Purpose Outputs - This provides a programmable contact closure output (switch) used to activate equipment to route EAS message audio and video, sound alarms, etc. during EAS activations. General Purpose Inputs - This provides a means for operators or external automation equipment to trigger or abort events (such as message retransmission) within the EASyCAP. AF TTL Outputs - These provide a five (5) volt DC signal (and ground connection) used to activate EAS audio and video routing equipment. A current source is also provided. 4. Radios 1-3 - This is an AM/FM/NOAA radio receiver board with three radio tuners (A, B, and C) per board. 5. Radios 4-6 - This is an AM/FM/NOAA radio receiver board with three radio tuners (A, B, and C) per board. 6. COM1 - (RS-232 Connection) Provides an RS-232 compliant serial data connection to provide streaming EAS information to external character generators, as well as to provide a serial input/output for the EASyCAP. 7. COM2 - (RS-232 Connection) Provides an RS-232 compliant serial data connection to provide streaming EAS information to external character generators, as well as to provide a serial input/output for the EASyCAP. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 12 8. Communications Board - This is a communications board that is equipped with the following: One 10/100 Ethernet Port One Telephone Modem Port One RS-485 Port AF 9. Ethernet - Two 10/100/1000 Ethernet Ports. Provides an Ethernet interface for remote configuration, operation, and maintenance of the EASyCAP, as well as providing digital EAS messages across a network to a stations audio and video equipment and allowing distant monitoring stations to be transported over Ethernet to the EASyCAP. USB Ports - Four USB ports are provided for USB communication. 10. CG VIDEO IN - NTSC video input connection (normal station video) for the character generator. 11. CG VIDEO OUT - NTSC video output connection (EAS modified station video) to the transmitter. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 13 T 12. Audio Interface Board - This provides six (6) balanced 600 Ohm audio inputs, one (1) line input, one (1) line output, two (2) EAS audio outputs, one (1) program audio input, and one (1) program audio output. Audio Inputs 1-6 - This provides a means for connecting up to six (6) external audio sources for EAS monitoring, or for supplying audio for transmission. Audio Outputs & Line Output - This provides EAS audio outputs that may be distributed for EAS messaging and monitoring. AF Line Input - This provides a connection for a line-level microphone input for message origination. Input - This provides a balanced stereo audio input with which a system/station may supply normal program audio. This audio is replaced by the EASyCAP during messaging. Output - This provides EAS information audio during messaging, otherwise it contains the Input signal. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 14 Rear Panel Details Receive data* Pin 3: Transmit data* Pin 4: Data terminal ready Pin 5: Signal ground* Pin 6: Data set ready Pin 7: Request to send Pin 8: Clear to send Pin 9: Ring indicator AF Pin 2: COM1 (RS-232 connection) - 9-pin RS-232C DTE interface used for configuration, control, and log retrieval from a PC or laptop via a 9-pin NULL-MODEM cable. * Required signal COM2 (RS-232 connection) - 9-pin RS-232C DTE interface used for control over external character generators/video insertion equipment. Receive data Pin 3: Transmit data Pin 4: Data terminal ready Pin 5: Signal ground Pin 6: Data set ready Pin 7: Request to send Pin 8: Clear to send Pin 9: Ring indicator Pin 2: Radios 1-3 - Provides three AM/FM/NOAA tuners with independent antenna inputs. Radios 4-6 - Provides three AM/FM/NOAA tuners with independent antenna inputs. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 15 Audio switch (optional) - Line-level balanced stereo audio switch used to replace normal programming audio with EAS audio during EAS activations. Input - Connect the normal program audio source to the audio switch input. Output - Connect the audio switch output to the transmitter. Audio switch signal lines (Definition of audio switch signals, from left to right) (-) Negative balanced program audio input for left channel (+) Positive balanced program audio input for left channel AF (G) Ground (-) Negative balanced program audio input for right channel (+) Positive balanced program audio input for right channel (-) Negative balanced program audio/EAS output for left channel (+) Positive balanced program audio/EAS output for left channel (G) Ground (-) Negative balanced program audio/EAS output for right channel (+) Positive balanced program audio/EAS output for right channel CG VIDEO VIDEO IN - Connect normal programming video to the VIDEO IN. VIDEO OUT - Connect the VIDEO OUT to the transmitter. Audio inputs - Six balanced line-level audio inputs are provided for additional EAS monitoring sources. These inputs can be connected to EAS audio sources such as TV tuners, satellite receivers, or external radio tuners. Positive baseband input for the respective channel (-) Negative baseband input input for the respective channel (G) Ground (+) Audio outputs - EAS audio is available on two line-level balanced audio outputs. Use these outputs to connect to EAS distribution/routing equipment or studio speakers. This is the audio generated by the EASyCAP during EAS activation. (+) Positive baseband input for the respective channel (-) Negative baseband input input for the respective channel (G) Ground EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 16 Contact closures - Used for distribution/routing equipment that requires a contact closure for activation, or for operator alarms during EAS operations. (C) Common contact (NO) Normally-open contact (NC) Normally-closed contact AF Ethernet and Telephone Interface - Provides an Ethernet interface for remote configuration, operation, and maintenance of the EASyCAP, as well as providing digital EAS messages across a network to a stations audio and video equipment and allowing distant monitoring stations to be transported over Ethernet to the EASyCAP. In addition to the Ethernet, a telephone interface allows DTMF or data communication for remote control of the EASyCAP, and remote generation of emergency messages. RS-485 - This is a standard 1/8th load RS-485 communications port that is provided for controlling external character generators. AES/EBU Audio - Provides independent synchronized AES/EBU audio switches for in-line replacement of programming audio during EAS operations. If an input is provided (from a station source), the output sample rate will be equal to the input sample rate. If no input is provided, the output sample rate will be 48KHz. AES/EBU input 110 W XLR female Pin 1: Ground/drain Pin 2: Balanced + Pin 3: Balanced - AES/EBU output 110 W XLR male Ground/drain Pin 2: Balanced + Pin 1: Pin 3: Balanced - EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 17 Contact closure inputs - provide a means for controlling the EASyCAP using automation equipment or operator switchboard. (G) Contact ground Input 1, abort - When closed, causes any EAS message being received to be disregarded, and any EAS message being transmitted to be stopped. The EASyCAP will attempt to stop all video displays and audio switches, then return to monitoring for EAS messages. (I1)Approximately 3.75 mA pull-up opto-isolated input (5 Volt @ 0 mA) AF Input 2, trigger - When closed, causes any EAS message waiting to be transmitted to begin transmission, regardless of the state of the hold-off input (input 3). (G) Contact ground (I2)Approximately 3.75 mA pull-up opto-isolated input (5 Volt @ 0 mA) Input 3, hold-off: Configurable for active-open or active-closed. When active, this prohibits any EAS message waiting to be transmitted from starting transmission except by the trigger input (Input 2), user activation, or the event delay time-out (configurable). (G) Contact ground (I3)Approximately 3.75 mA pull-up opto-isolated input (5 Volt @ 0 mA) Input 4, trigger RWT: When momentarily closed, causes a required weekly test to be transmitted. (G) Contact ground (I4)Approximately 3.75 mA pull-up opto-isolated input (5 Volt @ 0 mA) EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 18 Chapter 5 3. Configuration System Login The user interface for the EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder uses a secure web Encoder/Decoder (HTTPS) over port 443. Trilithic recommends using the Mozilla Firefox (V3.6 or newer) web browser. The certificate used by the EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder is not signed by a trusted certificate authority (VeriSign, etc) so web browsers will automatically display a security alert about the certificate the first time you connect. At this point, ackowledge the security alert and continue to the site even though the certificate isnt trusted. AF When using Mozilla Firefox (V3.6 or newer), the web browser will retain the security setting for the next time you connect the the Encoder/Decoder. However, if you are using Internet Explorer, the security alert will be displayed every time that you connect to the web Encoder/Decoder. To disable this, you must install the Trilithic certificate onto your PC. This can be done by clicking on the Certificate Error message (next to the URL), then click View certificates, and finally press the Install Certificates button. Perform the following steps to login to the EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder: 1. Enter https:// followed by the IP address of the EASyCAP Encoder/ Decoder into the URL bar of the web browser and then press Enter on your keyboard. 2. The login screen will appear as shown to the right. 3. Enter the username and password for the desired user account and then select the OK button. The factory default user account has a username and password of Administrator. 4. The EASyCAP user interface homepage will appear. Select from the options shown to the left to display the corresponding system configuration settings. Each configuration page has an Edit button used to unlock the user interface. This button will change to a Save button that is used to save changes before exiting the page. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 19 Network Settings Network Interfaces AF To setup the network interfaces of the Encoder/Decoder, select the plus (+) sign to the left of Network, and then select the Interfaces link. The Interfaces setup page will be displayed as shown below. Network Connection - The EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder must be on a network where CAP feeds are available and it must also have network connectivity to the EASy Series Encoder/ Decoder. Two different network configurations are possible as follows: Single Network Connection - If both the EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder and EASy Series Encoder/Decoder are on the same network (or subnet) only the Ethernet connection eth0 should be configured. In this configuration select the Disabled check box for the second Ethernet port eth1, otherwise communications will be unreliable. Dual Network Connection - If the EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder and EASy Series Encoder/Decoder are on two different networks (or subnets) both Ethernet connections eth0 and eth1 must be configured. In this configuration each Ethernet port is assigned to a different network (or subnet). EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 20 Select the Edit button to change the network settings, and then adjust the following settings: LAN Port 1 (eth0) The following settings can be adjusted for LAN Port 1 (eth0) DHCP - Select this checkbox to enable DHCP to automatically assign the IP Address, Subnet, and Gateway of the Encoder/Decoder. When this check box is selected these fields will be grayed out and cannot be manually adjusted. IP Address - When DHCP is not enabled, enter the IP Address of the Encoder/ Decoder into this field. Subnet - When DHCP is disabled, enter the Subnet Mask of the Encoder/Decoder into this field. Gateway - When DHCP is disabled, enter the Gateway of the Encoder/Decoder into this field. AF LAN Port 2 (eth1) The following settings can be adjusted for LAN Port 2 (eth1) Disabled - Select this checkbox to disable this port when only using one Ethernet connection. When this check box is selected these fields will be set to 0.0.0.0, be grayed out, and cannot be manually adjusted. DHCP - Select this checkbox to enable DHCP to automatically assign the IP Address, Subnet, and Gateway of the Encoder/Decoder. When this check box is selected these fields will be grayed out and cannot be manually adjusted. IP Address - When DHCP is not enabled, enter the IP Address of the Encoder/ Decoder into this field. Subnet - When DHCP is not enabled, enter the Subnet Mask of the Encoder/ Decoder into this field. Gateway - When DHCP is not enabled, enter the Gateway of the Encoder/Decoder into this field. Attempting to assign both network interfaces to DHCP may cause unreliable communication. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 21 DNS 1 & DNS 2 The following Domain Name Encoder/Decoder (DNS) settings can be adjusted: DNS 1 - Enter the primary DNS Encoder/Decoder address in this field. DNS 2 - Enter the secondary DNS Encoder/Decoder address in this field. After making changes, select the Save button to save the network settings. If the IP Address of the Encoder/Decoder has changed, you will need to close the browser window and reopen to login to the Encoder/Decoder at the new IP Address. AF Network Time Protocol (NTP) Encoder/Decoder To setup a Network Time Protocol connection to the Encoder/Decoder, select the plus (+) sign to the left of Network, and then select the NTP link. The NTP setup page will be displayed as shown below. Select the Edit button and then enter the URL or IP Address of the NTP Encoder/Decoder to connect to. After making changes, select the Save button to save the NTP Encoder/Decoder settings. During initial configuration time and date should be set manually. Afterwards, if an NTP Encoder/Decoder is configured the Date/Time will automatically synchronize with the NTP Encoder/Decoder. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 22 Date/Time Settings AF To adjust the Date/Time settings of the Encoder/Decoder, select the Date/Time link. The Date/ Time setup page will be displayed as shown below. Select the Edit button to change the Date/Time settings, and then adjust any of the following settings: Month - Select the current month from the dropdown list. Day of Month - Select the current day from the dropdown list. Year - Select the current year from the dropdown list. Hour - Select the current hour from the dropdown list. Minute - Select the current minute from the dropdown list. Time Zone - Select the time zone from the dropdown list. After making changes, select the Save button to save the Date/Time settings. During initial configuration time and date should be set manually. Afterwards, if an NTP Encoder/Decoder is configured the Date/Time will automatically synchronize with the NTP Encoder/Decoder. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 23 CAP Settings AF To setup the CAP feeds to the Encoder/Decoder, select the plus (+) sign to the left of CAP Feeds, and then select the TCP Feed link. The TCP Feed setup page will be displayed as shown below. There are two ways to display the CAP Feeds that are currently configured, choose from either of the following methods: Select the Previous or Next buttons to scroll through the CAP Feeds, the settings of the selected CAP Feed will automatically be displayed. Select the Choose button to view a list of the CAP Feeds. Select the name of the CAP Feed and then select the OK button to view its configuration. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 24 TCP Feed Settings Select the Edit button to change the TCP Feed settings, and then adjust any of the following settings: Use All Area Blocks - When this box is selected, this allows processing of all the blocks within a CAP message. If off (unchecked), only the first block will be processed. This option should be left off (unchecked) in order to comply with current CAP to EAS implementation guidelines. Description - Enter the description that you wish to display for this feed in the CAP Feed List. This description should be detailed enough to be able to easily discern it within the CAP Feed List. AF IP Address - Enter the IP Address of the CAP Feed into this field. IP Port - Enter the IP communication port number. After making changes, select the Save button to save the TCP Feed settings. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 25 Alert Text Settings AF To setup the alert text settings for the Encoder/Decoder, select the Alert Text link. The Alert Text setup page will be displayed as shown below. The Alert Text setup page is used to configure which additional elements are included in the alert text. Select the Edit button to change the alert text settings, and then select from the following check boxes. Include FCC text - When this box is selected, the EAS Header Translation will be included in the alert text. This box should always be selected unless the FCC agrees to drop the requirement for this text to be sent. If the FCC does indeed drop this requirement, Trilithic recommends that this box should not be selected. Include- When this box is selected, the CAP Headline will be included in the alert text. Trilithic recommends that this box should not be selected. Include - When this box is selected, the CAP Area Description will be included in the alert text. Trilithic recommends that this box should not be selected. After making changes, select the Save button to save the alert text settings. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 26 Accepted Events AF To setup the accepted events for the Encoder/Decoder, select the Accepted Events link. The Accepted Events setup page will be displayed as shown below. The Accepted Events setup page is used to configure which types of events to process. Select the Edit button to change the accepted events settings, and then select the check box next to each type of event to process. After making changes, select the Save button to save the alert text settings. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 27 Accepted Locations AF To setup the accepted locations for the Encoder/Decoder, select the Accepted Locations link. The Accepted Locations setup page will be displayed as shown below. The Accepted Locations setup page is used to configure which locations to process. Select the Edit button to change the accepted locations settings. Select the Add button to add a location. The Add Location Codes dialog box will appear, select the state from the dropdown list and then select the counties from the list. Select the OK button to accept the changes. Select the location from the list and then select the Subdivisions button to add a county subdivision. The County Subdivisions dialog box will appear, select the check box next to the desired subdivisions. Select the OK button to accept the changes. After making changes, select the Save button to save the alert text settings. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 28 Outgoing Delivery Settings AF To setup the outgoing delivery settings from the Encoder/Decoder to EASy Series Encoder/ Decoders, select the plus (+) sign to the left of Outgoing Delivery, and then select the Encoder/ Decoder link. The Encoder/Decoder setup page will be displayed as shown below. There are two ways to display the settings of the encoder/decoders that are currently configured, choose from either of the following methods: Select the Previous or Next buttons to scroll through the EAS encoder/decoders, the settings of the selected EAS encoder/ decoder will automatically be displayed. Select the Choose button to view a list of the Encoder/Decoders. Select the name of the Encoder/Decoder and then select the OK button to view its configuration. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 29 Encoder/Decoder Settings Select the Edit button to change the encoder/decoder settings, and then adjust any of the following settings: Description - Enter the name that you wish to display for this encoder/decoder. This name should be descriptive enough to be able to easily discern it within the EAS Encoder List. IP Address - Enter the IP address used to connect to the selected encoder/decoder. Command Port - Enter the TCP command port used to communicate with the selected encoder/decoder. The default value is 59911. AF Audio Port - Enter the TCP port used to transfer audio from the Encoder/Decoder to the encoder/decoder. The default value is 59919. Password - Enter the password used to login to the configured Encoder/Decoder. This should be a special CAP account added to the user accounts of the Encoder/Decoder, and given EAS Alert and Ethernet permissions in the user account. Call Sign - Enter the station identification that will be included in the alert text. No EAN audio - When this box is selected the EAN audio stream will not be used, Encoder/Decoders will receive EAN audio from a local audio input. After making changes, select the Save button to save the encoder/decoder settings. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 30 User Account Settings AF To setup the user accounts for the Encoder/Decoder, select the User Accounts link. The User Accounts setup page will be displayed as shown below. There are two ways to display the settings of the user accounts that are currently configured, choose from either of the following methods: Select the Previous or Next buttons to scroll through the user accounts, the settings of the selected user account will automatically be displayed. Select the Choose button to view a list of the User Accounts. Select the name of the User Account and then select the OK button to view its configuration. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 31 User Settings Select the Edit button to change the user account settings, and then adjust any of the following settings: Description - Enter the description that you wish to display for this user account. This description should be detailed enough to be able to easily discern it within the User Account List. User Name - Enter the user name into this field. This field cannot be changed after saving the user account. To change the user name in the future, simply delete the account and create a new account. Change Password - Select this button to change the user password. AF Roles To set the role of the user select any one of the following checkboxes. Configurer - This role allows the user to make changes to the configuration of the EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder. Upgrader - This role allows the user to upgrade the EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder software. User Editor - This role allows the user to make changes to all user accounts. Note that any user can change their own password and PIN at any time regardless of their own user account role. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 32 System Administration Settings Upgrades AF To upgrade the EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder software, select the plus (+) sign to the left of System Administration, and then select the Upgrade link. The Install Upgrade Package page will be displayed as shown below. To upgrade the EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder software, select the Select Package File button. An Upload File dialog box will appear, select the Choose File button to select an upgrade file. Once the upgrade file has been choosen, select the Submit button to upgrade the software or select the Cancel button to exit without upgrading. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 33 Reboot AF To reboot the EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder, select the plus (+) sign to the left of System Administration, and then select the Reboot link. The Reboot page will be displayed as shown below. Select the Reboot button to reboot the Encoder/Decoder. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 34 Logs AF To view the CAP Alert information, select the plus (+) sign to the left of Logs, and then select the Alert Log link. The Alert Log page will be displayed as shown below. To download a copy of the alert log in ASCII text file format, select the Download button. Alert Log System Log To view the general system and application information, select the plus (+) sign to the left of Logs, and then select the System Log link. The System Log page will be displayed as shown below. To download a copy of the system log in ASCII text file format, select the Download button. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 35 About AF To view the EASyCAP version and plugin version information, select the About link. The About page will be displayed as shown below. EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 36 Chapter 4 4. Appendix Specifications General Specifications E.A.S. Encoder/Decoder compliant with all requirements defined in Part 11 of the FCC rules. E.A.S. Encoder supports NWS SAME protocol decoding, including 1050 Hz tone detection. Operating Temperature: 0 to +50 C Max. Operating Humidity: 95% AF Supply Voltage: 117 VAC +/- 15% Processor and Memory Dual Core Processor, 2GB RAM, 32GB SSD drive (minimum) Chassis 2U RU chassis with 3.5 320x240 color touch-screen LCD and speaker on the Front Panel Communications (2) RS-232 serial ports available on male DB-9 connectors (4) USB ports (2) 10/100/1000 BaseT Ethernet ports available on USB/RJ45 combo jacks Audio (6) Balanced 600 Ohm audio inputs for EAS monitoring each input can be configured for external audio or an optional internal radio receiver. (1) Line input and (1) line output (2) Balanced analog audio outputs, 600 Ohm (1) Balanced stereo analog audio switch, 600 Ohm EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 37 Video NTSC video character generator RS-170A color analog video (source only, does not overlay onto video) 24-bit color, True Type fonts, static text, crawl text (up to 400 characters), and images Analog video switch with video bypass for fail-safe operation synchronized to the input video to provide a clean switch on the vertical sync General Purpose Inputs and Outputs AF (6) General purpose outputs: isolated relay, maximum rating of 0.3 A @ 120 VAC or 1A @ 30 VDC (2) TTL outputs: each TTL output can drive 2 TTL loads (4) General purpose inputs: optically isolated dry contact closure inputs Radio Receiver Boards (2) Radio receiver boards can be installed into the EASyCAP (3) Radio receivers are installed per board, each can be configured as AM, FM, or NOAA AES-EBU Digital Audio Board (2) AES-EBU digital audio switches: each switch provides a pair of channels, 100 Ohm XLR Alert audio automatically locks to the incoming bit rate and sample rate (up to 192 KHz) Configurable as a switch or an audio source Communications Board (1) 10/100 BaseT Ethernet port (1) RS-485 serial port (1) Telephone MODEM (33.6K & voice) EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 38 T AF THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder - Manual 39 Trilithic EAS 2-Year Limited Warranty AF Trilithic, Inc. (Trilithic) warrants to the buyer that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal use, operating conditions and service for a period of two (2) years from date of delivery. Trilithic reserves the right, before having any obligation under this limited warranty, to inspect the damaged product, and all costs of shipping the product to Trilithic for inspection shall be borne solely by the buyer. Trilithics obligation under this limited warranty shall be limited, at Trilithics sole option, to replacing or repairing the product, or to replacing or repairing any defective part, F.O.B. Indianapolis, Indiana. If neither of the two options is reasonably available, then Trilithic, in its sole discretion, may provide a prorated refund to the buyer of the purchase price of the product, as evidenced by the proof of purchase, less any applicable service fees in accordance with the following schedule: months 0-3 = 100%; months 4-12 = 50%; and months 1324 = 25%. Batteries and fans are not included or covered by this limited warranty. Any product or part that is repaired or replaced under this limited warranty shall be covered only for the remainder of the original warranty period which applied to the original product or part, or for ninety (90) days, whichever is longer. All products or parts that are exchanged for replacement shall become the property of Trilithic. In order to recover under this limited warranty, buyer must make a written claim to Trilithic within sixty (60) days of the occurrence and must present acceptable proof of original ownership of the product (such as an original receipt, purchase order or similar documentation). In order for this limited warranty to be effective, the product must have been handled and used as set forth in the documentation accompanying the product and/or its packaging. This limited warranty shall not apply to any damage due to accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire or other casualty. Further, this limited warranty shall not apply to any product which has been altered or where the damage was caused by a part not supplied by Trilithic. Trilithic retains the final decision whether a product is within warranty conditions. THE REMEDY SET FORTH HEREIN SHALL BE THE ONLY REMEDY AVAILABLE TO THE BUYER AND TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL TRILITHIC BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST REVENUES, LOST PROFITS, LOSS OF USE OF SOFTWARE, LOSS OR RECOVERY OF DATA, DOWNTIME, REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT AND ANY THIRD PARTY CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF ANY THEORY OF RECOVERY INCLUDING WARRANTY, CONTRACT, STATUTORY OR TORT IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF TRILITHIC HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. 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