Cobalt Networks TV Converter Box 9032 SD User Manual

Cobalt Digital Inc.  
9032-SD  
Standard Definition Analog to Digital  
Converter with Frame Synchronization  
Owner’s Manual  
9032-SD-OM  
Version: 2.0  
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Important Regulatory and Safety Notices  
Before using this product and any associated equipment, refer to the “Important Safety Instructions”  
listed below so as to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage.  
Products may require specific equipment, and /or installation procedures be carried out to satisfy  
certain regulatory compliance requirements. Notices have been included in this publication to call  
attention to these specific requirements.  
Symbol Meanings  
This symbol on the equipment refers you to important operating and maintenance  
(servicing) instructions within the Product Manual Documentation. Failure to heed  
this information may present a major risk of damage or injury to persons or  
equipment.  
The symbol with the word “Warning” within the equipment manual indicates a  
potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in death or serious  
injury.  
Warning  
The symbol with the word “Caution” within the equipment manual indicates a  
potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, may result in minor or  
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.  
Caution  
Notice  
The symbol with the word “Notice” within the equipment manual indicates a  
situation, which if not avoided, may result in major or minor equipment damage or a  
situation which could place the equipment in a non-compliant operating state.  
This symbol is used to alert the user that an electrical or electronic device or  
assembly is susceptible to damage from an ESD event.  
ESD  
Susceptibility  
Important Safety Instructions  
This product is intended to be a component product of the openGearTM frame. Refer  
to the openGearTM frame Owner’s Manual for important safety instructions regarding  
the proper installation and safe operation of the frame as well as it’s component  
products.  
Caution  
Warning  
Certain parts of this equipment namely the power supply area still present a safety  
hazard, with the power switch in the OFF position. To avoid electrical shock,  
disconnect all A/C power cords from the chassis' rear appliance connectors before  
servicing this area.  
Service barriers within this product are intended to protect the operator and service  
personnel from hazardous voltages. For continued safety, replace all barriers after  
any servicing.  
This product contains safety critical parts, which if incorrectly replaced may present  
a risk of fire or electrical shock. Components contained within the product’s power  
supplies and power supply area, are not intended to be customer serviced and should  
be returned to the factory for repair.  
Warning  
To reduce the risk of fire, replacement fuses must be the same type and rating.  
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.  
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Environmental Information  
The equipment that you purchased required the extraction and use of natural resources for its  
production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment.  
To avoid the potential release of those substances into the environment and to diminish the need for the  
extraction of natural resources, Cobalt Digital encourages you to use the appropriate take-back systems.  
These systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials from your end-of-life equipment in an  
environmentally friendly and health conscious manner.  
The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use these systems.  
If you need more information on the collection, reuse, and recycling systems, please contact your local  
or regional waste administration.  
You can also contact Cobalt Digital for more information on the environmental performances of our  
products.  
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Contents  
Introduction  
6
In This Chapter...........................................................................................................................6  
A Word of Thanks......................................................................................................................6  
Overview....................................................................................................................................6  
Functional Block Diagram .........................................................................................................7  
Supported Audio and Video Formats.........................................................................................7  
Input and Output Video ...............................................................................................7  
Documentation Terms................................................................................................................7  
Installation and Setup  
8
In This Chapter...........................................................................................................................8  
Static Discharge .........................................................................................................................8  
Unpacking ..................................................................................................................................8  
Rear Module Installation (Optional) ..........................................................................................9  
Rear Module Available for 9032-SD .......................................................................................10  
Board Installation.....................................................................................................................11  
Software Version......................................................................................................................11  
Card Control and Status ...........................................................................................................12  
Card Status.................................................................................................................12  
Menu Navigation .......................................................................................................12  
Menu Structure.........................................................................................................................12  
Factory Default Settings.............................................................................................15  
Remote Control  
16  
In This Chapter.........................................................................................................................16  
DashBoard Control System Software.......................................................................................16  
Technical Specifications  
19  
Service Information  
21  
In This Chapter.........................................................................................................................21  
Troubleshooting Checklist .......................................................................................................21  
Warranty and Repair Policy.....................................................................................................22  
Ordering Information  
23  
9032-SD and Related Products ................................................................................................23  
Contact Us  
24  
Contact Cobalt Digital Inc........................................................................................................24  
Visit us at the Cobalt Digital Inc. website................................................................................24  
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Introduction  
In This Chapter  
This chapter includes the following sections:  
A Word of Thanks  
Overview  
Functional Block Diagram  
Supported Audio and Video Formats  
Documentation Terms  
A Word of Thanks  
Congratulations on choosing the openGearTM 9032-SD Analog to Digital Converter with Frame  
Sync. The 9032-SD is part of a full line of modular conversion gear for broadcast TV environments.  
The Cobalt Digital openGearTM line includes video decoders and encoders, audio embedders and de-  
embedders, distribution amplifiers, format converters, and much more. Cobalt openGearTM modular  
conversion gear will meet your signal conversion needs now and well into the future.  
Should you have questions pertaining to the installation or operation of your 9032-SD, please contact  
us at the numbers listed on the back cover of this manual. We are happy to help with any questions  
regarding this or any other openGearTM card.  
Overview  
The 9032-SD is a high quality analog to digital converter that also includes a full video frame  
synchronizer.  
The product also provides full color processing control of the output video, with separate controls for  
Luma Gain, Luma Lift, Chroma Saturation and Color Phase.  
All card configuration is done with a simple front panel menu. There is a four character text display to  
view and control parameters, and a toggle switch and two buttons to navigate the menu. Card  
configuration can also be done over DashBoard remote control software.  
The input and outputs of the 9032-SD are the following:  
Input:  
One 3-BNC SD analog video input  
Outputs:  
Two SD-SDI video outputs  
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Functional Block Diagram  
The 9032-SD has a very flexible signal flow path and feature set that combines several products into  
one compact package. This section diagrams the basic signal flow of your 9032-SD product.  
Serializer  
and Cable  
Driver  
SD Analog  
Input  
Analog to Digital  
Conversion  
Video Proc:  
Gain, Lift, Saturation, Phase  
Frame  
Sync  
SD SDI  
Output  
9032-SD Block Diagram  
Figure 1. Simplified Block Diagram of 9032-SD Functions  
Supported Audio and Video Formats  
Input and Output Video  
The 9032-SD supports the following video formats.  
Raster structure Frame Rate  
486i1  
575i1  
29.97  
25  
Notes:  
1. All rates displayed as frame rates, interlaced (“i”) field rates are two times the number shown.  
Documentation Terms  
The following terms are used throughout this guide:  
Frame” refers to the 8310 frame that houses the 9032-SD card.  
Operator” and “User” both refer to the person who uses the 9032-SD.  
Board” and “Card” all refer to the 9032-SD card itself, including all components  
and switches.  
System” and “Video system” refers to the mix of interconnected production and  
terminal equipment in which the 9032-SD operates.  
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Installation and Setup  
In This Chapter  
This chapter includes the following sections:  
Static Discharge  
Unpacking  
Rear Module Installation (Optional)  
Board Installation  
BNC Connections  
Menu Structure  
Factory Defaults  
Static Discharge  
Whenever handling the card and other related equipment, please observe all static discharge  
precautions as described in the following note:  
Static discharge can cause serious damage to sensitive  
semiconductor devices. Avoid handling circuit boards in high  
static environments such as carpeted areas, and when wearing  
synthetic fiber clothing. Always exercise proper grounding  
precautions when working on circuit boards and related  
equipment.  
ESD  
Susceptibility  
Unpacking  
Unpack each card you received from the shipping container, and check the contents against the packing  
list to ensure that all items are included. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your sales  
representative or Cobalt Digital directly.  
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Rear Module Installation (Optional)  
If you are installing the card in a 8310-C-BNC or 8310-BNC frame (one with a 100 BNC rear module  
installed across the entire back plane), skip this section.  
If you are installing the card into a slot with no rear module, you should have ordered and received one  
of the RM-9032-A module. You will need to install it in your 8310 frame before you can connect  
cables.  
Use the following steps to install a rear module in an 8310 openGearTM frame:  
1. Refer to the openGearTM 8310 frame Owner’s Manual, to ensure that the frame is  
properly installed according to instructions.  
2. On the rear of the 8310, locate the card frame slot.  
3. As shown in Figure 2, seat the bottom of the rear module in the seating slot at the  
base of the frame’s back plane.  
Figure 2. Rear Module Installation  
4. Align the top hole of the RM-9032-A with the screw hole on the top edge of the 8310  
back plane.  
5. Using a Phillips driver and the supplied screw, fasten the rear module to the 8310  
back plane. Do not over tighten.  
All modules are installed using the same method above.  
The following section contains a drawing of the RM-9032-A module.  
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Rear Module Available for 9032-SD  
Figure 3. BNC Designations for the Card Rear Module available for the 9032-SD.  
Y/  
CMPST  
NC  
Pr/C  
NC  
Pb  
NC  
SDI  
SDI  
OUT  
OUT  
SDI  
SDI  
OUT  
OUT  
RM-9032-A  
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Board Installation  
Use the following steps to install the card in the openGearTM 8310 frame:  
1. Refer to the Owner’s Manual of the openGearTM 8310 frame to ensure that the frame  
is properly installed according to instructions.  
Heat and power distribution requirements within a frame may dictate  
specific slot placement of cards. Cards with many heat-producing  
components should be arranged to avoid areas of excess heat build-up,  
particularly in frames using convection cooling.  
Warning  
2. After selecting the desired frame installation slot, hold the card by the edges and  
carefully align the card edges with the slots in the frame. Then, fully insert the card  
into the frame until the rear connection plugs are properly seated on the midplane and  
rear modules.  
This completes the procedure for installing the card in the openGearTM 8310 frame.  
Software Version  
This manual is written for software release number 3.0.  
To view the current software release number of your 9032-SD check the information submenu on the  
front edge controls or the card info menu in DashBoard.  
To upgrade your 9032-SD software, go to the download page at www.cobaltdigital.com to download  
the latest release, and upload the file through DashBoard (see DashBoard user manual, 3-5).  
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Card Control and Status  
Card Status  
The card indicates the status of the input signal with the four blue LEDs labeled with the different  
supported formats (625, 525). When the card has locked to a particular input format, that LED will be  
illuminated. When the card has not locked to a particular video format, the card will search all possible  
formats, and the lights will cycle rapidly.  
Menu Navigation  
The card can be configured from a menu system built in to the front card edge. This provides an  
intuitive and easy to use method for exploring and using the features of the card.  
The menu is navigated by using the toggle switch and the two push buttons. The lower button is the  
“Enter” button to enter a submenu, and the upper button is the “Exit” button to exit a submenu. Moving  
the toggle switch up or down moves up or down in menu choices, and pressing the buttons moves in or  
out of sub menus.  
The menu LEDs will illuminate from top to bottom to indicate increasing depth in the menu.  
Menu Structure  
Video Submenu  
Menu Structure  
Parameter Type  
Proc Unity  
Proc Gain  
Vid  
Proc  
Unty  
Gain  
Lift  
Proc Lift  
Sat  
Proc Sat  
Phas  
SDIN  
PED  
Proc Phase  
Dec  
Decoder SD input  
Pedestal - SD Setup  
Set SDI or analog priority  
Sorc  
Proc Unity  
Resets all of the proc controls to unity value.  
Proc Gain  
This is Luma (Y channel) gain, expressed as a percentage. It ranges from 0.0% to 200.0% in 0.1%  
steps.  
Proc Lift  
This is Luma (Y channel) offset, expressed as an actual video value ranging from -1024 to 1024. If set  
to 0 no change is made. If set to 1024 absolute black (value 004) becomes absolute white (value 3FB).  
If set to –1024, absolute white becomes absolute black.  
Proc Saturation  
This is Chroma (C channel) gain, expressed as a percentage. It ranges from 0.0% to 200.0% in 0.1%  
steps.  
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Proc Phase  
This is Chroma (C channel) phase adjustment, expressed in degrees, ranging from –360 to +360 in  
steps of one degree.  
Decoder SD Input  
Selects the input format for SD analog video. This must be changed to reflect the analog video format  
on the input for the 9032-SD to lock correctly. Valid SD formats are GBR, Component SMPTE,  
Component MII, Component Betacam, Component Y/C, and Composite.  
SD Pedestal (Setup)  
Selects between 0 IRE and 7.5 IRE of setup (pedestal) on the input analog SD signal. This tells the  
card how much setup needs to be removed from the input.  
Select Default Source SDI / Analog  
Selects the input that has priority when both SDI and Analog inputs are detected.  
Frame Sync Submenu  
Menu Structure  
Parameter Type  
Frame Sync Enable  
Horizontal Offset  
Vertical Offset  
Line Latency  
Field Latency  
Audio Delay  
Frame Sync Reset  
FS  
Enbl  
HOS  
VOS  
LATL  
LATF  
ADLY  
RSET  
Frame Sync Enable  
Enables the frame sync. If disabled the output video timing matches the input video timing.  
Horizontal Offset  
Allows the user to specify an additional horizontal offset between the output video and the frame sync  
reference in sample clock periods.  
Vertical Offset  
Allows the user to specify an additional vertical offset between the output video and the frame sync  
reference in lines. These are lines in the reference format, not the output video format.  
Frame Latency  
Specifies the smallest amount of latency allowed by the frame sync. This latency measurement is in  
frames of the output video. The frame sync will not output a frame unless the specified number of  
frames are captured in the buffer. Minimum latency is three lines and zero frames in all video modes.  
The maximum latency is format dependent. The operational latency of the frame sync is always  
between the specified minimum latency and minimum latency plus one frame (not one field).  
Audio Delay  
Specifies the amount of additional audio delay after matching video delay. When the change is under  
one and a half frames, the change in audio delay will be applied without interrupting audio. When  
changing audio delay more than a frame and a half at a time, there will be a slight audio glitch.  
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Video Delay  
Reports the current amount of video delay in ms.  
Reset Frame Sync  
Resets the frame sync, clearing any buffered audio and video. You must reset the framesync after  
manipulating the horizontal and vertical offset in order re-establish correct audio and video co-timing.  
Display Submenu  
Menu Structure  
Disp H/V  
BRGT  
Parameter Type  
Display Orientation  
Display Brightness  
Display Orientation  
This parameter lets you change the orientation of the display. “Vert” makes the characters look correct  
when the cards are mounted in a 2 RU frame like the 8310. “Horz” makes the characters look right in a  
horizontal frame.  
Display Brightness  
This parameter allows you to set the standard output brightness of the menu display. It is a percentage  
of maximum brightness.  
Preset Submenu  
MENU STRUCTURE  
Prst Slct  
Parameter Type  
Select Preset  
Save  
Load  
Fact  
Save Settings  
Load Settings  
Restore Factory Settings  
Select Preset  
Select from one of the five saved presets.  
Save Settings  
In this parameter, move the toggle switch up to save the settings to the card persistent storage.  
Load Settings  
In this parameter, move the toggle switch up to load the saved settings and make them active.  
Restore Factory Settings  
In this parameter, move the toggle switch up to make the factory default settings active, and make the  
stored settings equal to the factory settings.  
Information Submenu  
Menu Structure  
Parameter Type  
Info  
+POW  
-POW  
Positive Watts Consumed  
Negative Watts Consumed  
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SWR#  
SWB#  
Software Release Number  
Software Build Number  
Positive Watts Consumed  
A read only indication of power consumed by the card from the frames +12V rail.  
Negative Watts Consumed  
A read only indication of power consumed by the card from the frames +-7.5V rail.  
Software Release Number  
A read only indication of the software release number. A higher number is newer release of software.  
Software Build Number  
A read only indication of the software build number. Software build number is an internal indicator  
used by Cobalt engineers to differentiate different software builds.  
Factory Default Settings  
The factory default settings are as follows  
1) The proc module is enabled, but all parameters are set to unity.  
2) The Frame Sync is disabled, reference 1 or 2 must be chosen to enable the frame sync.  
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Remote Control  
In This Chapter  
This section provides a detailed explanation on using remote control functions with your card.  
DashBoard Control System Software  
The DashBoard Control System enables you to monitor and control openGearTM frames and controller  
cards from a computer. The DashBoard software and manual can be downloaded from the Cobalt  
Digital Inc. website (www.cobaltdigital.com).  
Using the Menus and Menu Descriptions  
You must first install the DashBoard Control System software on your computer. Refer to the  
DashBoard User Manual for software installation procedures and for using the DashBoard interface.  
The following pages list the parameters from the menu tabs available in the DashBoard software when  
connected to a 9032-SD.  
Menu  
Item  
Format  
Description  
Product  
9032-SD  
The product name  
Card Info  
(Read-only)  
Cobalt Digital Inc.  
The manufacturer of the  
product  
Manufacturer  
Software Release  
Number  
###  
###  
###  
The release number of the  
firmware in this card  
Software Build  
Date  
The internal build number  
of this software  
Software Build  
Time  
The date and time the  
software was created  
+12 V Power Rail  
-7.5 Power Rail  
#.## W  
#.## W  
Positive Supply Power  
Negative Supply Power  
Video Input  
Standard  
Detected Video Standard  
on SDI or Analog Input  
############  
############  
############  
OK / Input Invalid  
Detected standard of  
selected reference  
Reference Standard  
Displays the Silicon Serial  
Number of the card  
SSN  
Displays the status of  
input video  
Video  
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Menu  
Item  
Format  
Description  
OK / Reference Invalid /  
Reference Incompatible  
Displays the status of the  
frame sync  
Frame Sync  
Displays whether the  
current settings have been  
saved to a preset  
Settings  
Saved / Unsaved  
Menu  
Item  
Format  
Description  
Enables the Frame Sync  
Framesync Enable  
On/Off  
Applies additional  
horizontal offset  
Horizontal Offset  
Vertical Offset  
0-4125 samples  
0-1124 lines  
0-13  
Applies additional vertical  
offset  
Minimum Latency  
Frames  
Selects the minimum  
frames of latency allowed.  
Frame Sync  
Audio delay offset in  
addition to delay to match  
video delay.  
Video Audio Delay  
Offset ms  
(-575) - 575  
On/Off/Error  
Framesync Status  
Shows the status of the FS  
Resets the FS and its  
buffers. Re-establishes  
audio video sync after a  
adjusting the horizontal  
and vertical offsets.  
Reset Framesync  
Confirm  
Menu  
Item  
Format  
Description  
Up to 32 ASCII  
Characters  
Allows the card to be  
renamed in the Tree View.  
Selects a preset to Save or  
Load.  
Card Name  
Selected Preset  
1-16  
Specifies a unique name  
when saving a preset.  
Up to 6 ASCII  
Characters  
Preset Name  
Preset Save  
Preset Load  
Presets  
Saves the parameters as  
preset.  
Confirm  
Confirm  
Confirm  
Loads parameters  
previously saved.  
Reset Current  
Preset  
Will load factory presets  
and overwrite the save.  
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Menu  
Item  
Format  
Description  
Composite  
Y/C  
Selects the format of  
input SD analog video, so  
the decoder can properly  
decode the signal.  
YPbPr BetaCam  
YPbPr MII  
SD Input Type  
Video Signal  
Controls  
YPbPr SMPTE  
Specifies the amount of  
setup (pedestal) in the  
input video. It will be  
removed by the decoder.  
SD Composite  
Contains  
0.0 or 7.5 IRE of Setup  
Menu  
Item  
Format  
Description  
Range 0-2000  
Gain applied to Y (Luma).  
1000 is unity.  
Video Gain  
Range (-999) – 999  
Lift applied to Y (Luma),  
in 10 bit code value.  
Video Lift  
Gain applied to C  
(Chroma). 1000 is unity.  
Video Proc  
Color Gain  
Color Phase  
Reset to Unity  
Range 0-2000  
Range (–360) – 360  
Confirm  
Phase of C (Chroma) in  
degrees.  
Resets all of the proc  
controls to unity.  
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Technical Specifications  
Table 4. Card - Technical Specifications  
Category  
Parameter  
Number of Inputs  
Input Type  
Specification  
3
Differential, Common Mode Rejection (5V AC)  
SD: Composite, Component YPbPr (BetaCam™,  
MII™, SMPTE/N10), RGB, and Y/C  
Video Inputs  
12-Bits  
Conversion Bit Depth  
SD Color Separation  
Frequency Response  
Differential Phase  
Differential Gain  
Noise  
5-Line Adaptive Comb or Notch Filter  
SD: Y- 0-30MHz ± 0.25db PbPr 0-15 MHz ±  
SD: < ±0.4° typical  
Analog Video  
Input  
SD: < ±0.4% typical  
< -64dB (Luma Flat Field)  
< -61dB (Luma Ramp)  
Within Noise Floor Measurement  
> 20dB to 30MHz  
Analog Front End Crosstalk  
Return Loss  
Category  
Parameter  
Number of Outputs  
Impedance  
Specification  
2:SD-SDI BNC per IEC 60169-8 Amendment 2  
75  
Return Loss  
Signal Level  
DC Offset  
Jitter  
> 15 dB at 5MHz – 270MHz  
800 mV ±10%  
Serial Digital  
Video Outputs  
0 Volts ±50 mV  
SD: <0.06UI (all outputs)  
Overshoot  
<0.2% of amplitude  
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Category  
Parameter  
Specification  
2 Terminating Frame Reference Inputs  
HD:  
Number of Inputs  
Standards Supported  
720p 24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94  
1080i 25/29.97  
1080p 23.98/24/25/29.97/30  
1080p/sF 23.98/24  
SD:  
Reference  
Video Input  
486i 29.97 NTSC, 575i 25 PAL  
1Vp-p nominal  
Signal Level  
Signal  
Analog video sync (black burst or tri-level)  
75  
Impedance  
> 30dB to 30MHz  
±1V  
Return Loss  
Max DC on Ref Input  
Total Power Consumption  
Warranty  
12W  
Other  
Five Year Transferable  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Service Information  
In This Chapter  
This chapter includes the following sections:  
Troubleshooting Checklist  
Warranty and Repair Policy  
Troubleshooting Checklist  
Routine maintenance to this openGearTM product is not required. In the event of problems with your  
card, the following basic troubleshooting checklist may help identify the source of the problem. If the  
module still does not appear to be working properly after checking all possible causes, please contact  
your openGearTM products distributor, or the Technical Support department at the numbers listed under  
the “Contact Us” section at the end of this manual.  
1. Visual Review  
Performing a quick visual check may reveal many problems, such  
as connectors not properly seated or loose cables. Check the module, the frame, and  
any associated peripheral equipment for signs of trouble.  
2. Power Check  
Check the power indicator LED on the distribution frame front  
panel for the presence of power. If the power LED is not illuminated, verify that the  
power cable is connected to a power source and that power is available at the power  
main. Confirm that the power supplies are fully seated in their slots. If the power  
LED is still not illuminated, replace the power supply with one that is verified to  
work.  
3. Reseat the Card in the Frame  
4. Check Control Settings Refer to the Installation and Operation sections of the  
manual and verify all user-adjustable component settings.  
Eject the card and reinsert it in the frame.  
5. Input Signal Status  
Verify that source equipment is operating correctly and that a  
valid signal is being supplied.  
6. Output Signal Path  
Verify that destination equipment is operating correctly and  
receiving a valid signal.  
7. Module Exchange  
Exchanging a suspect module with a module that is known to  
be working correctly is an efficient method for localizing problems to individual  
modules.  
8. Red Error Light – If the red error light is illuminated, verify that the frame sync is  
set to the same reference that is being used on the back of the openGearTM frame  
(REF1 LOOP or REF2 LOOP), and that the reference is properly terminated.  
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Warranty and Repair Policy  
The openGearTM card is warranted to be free of any defect with respect to performance, quality,  
reliability, and workmanship for a period of FIVE (5) years from the date of shipment from our factory.  
In the event that your Cobalt Digital Inc. card proves to be defective in any way during this warranty  
period, Cobalt Digital Inc. reserves the right to repair or replace this piece of equipment with a unit of  
equal or superior performance characteristics.  
Should you find that this openGearTM card has failed after your warranty period has expired, we will  
repair your defective product should suitable replacement components be available. You, the owner,  
will bear any labor and/or part costs incurred in the repair or refurbishment of said equipment beyond  
the FIVE (5) year warranty period.  
In no event shall Cobalt Digital Inc. be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential  
damages (including loss of profits) incurred by the use of this product. Implied warranties are  
expressly limited to the duration of this warranty.  
This openGearTM card Owner’s Manual provides all pertinent information for the safe installation and  
operation of your Cobalt Digital Inc. Product. Cobalt Digital Inc. policy dictates that all repairs to the  
openGearTM card are to be conducted only by an authorized Cobalt Digital Inc. factory representative.  
Therefore, any unauthorized attempt to repair this product, by anyone other than an authorized Cobalt  
Digital Inc. factory representative, will automatically void the warranty. Please contact Cobalt Digital  
Inc. Technical Support for more information.  
In Case of Problems  
Should any problem arise with your openGearTM card, please contact the Cobalt Digital Inc. Technical  
Support Department. (Contact information is supplied at the end of this publication.)  
A Return Material Authorization number (RMA) will be issued to you, as well as specific shipping  
instructions, should you wish our factory to repair your openGearTM card. If required, a temporary  
replacement module will be made available at a nominal charge. Any shipping costs incurred will be  
the responsibility of you, the customer. All products shipped to you from Cobalt Digital Inc. will be  
shipped collect.  
The Cobalt Digital Inc. Technical Support Department will continue to provide advice on any product  
manufactured by Cobalt Digital Inc., beyond the warranty period without charge, for the life of the  
equipment.  
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Ordering Information  
9032-SD and Related Products  
Your 9032-SD Analog to Digital Converter with Frame Sync is a part of the openGearTM family of  
products. Cobalt Digital offers a full line of openGearTM terminal equipment including distribution,  
conversion, monitoring, synchronizers, encoders, decoders, embedders, and de-embedders, as well as  
analog audio and video products.  
Standard Equipment  
9032-SD Analog to Digital Converter with Frame Sync  
9032-SD-OM Analog to Digital Converter with Frame Sync Owner’s Manual  
Optional Equipment  
9032-SD-OM nalog to Digital Converter with Frame Sync Owner’s Manual  
(additional Owner’s Manual)  
RM-9032-A openGearTM Rear Module compatible with 9032-SD  
(10 BNC connector)  
8310-C Digital Products Frame and Power Supply with Cooling Fans  
(2RU, holds 10 cards)  
8310-C-BNC Digital Products Frame and Power Supply with fixed 100-BNC Rear  
Module and Cooling Fans. (2RU, holds 10 cards)  
MFC-8310-N Network Controller Card (Additional)  
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Contact Us  
Contact Cobalt Digital Inc.  
General Business Office  
and Technical Support  
217.344.1243  
217.344.1245  
PHONE  
E-MAIL  
Fax  
General Information  
Sales Information  
2406 East University Avenue  
Urbana, IL 61802 USA  
POSTAL  
SERVICE  
Cobalt Digital Inc.  
Visit us at the Cobalt Digital Inc. website.  
Online catalog  
Related products and full product lines  
Trade show information  
Dealer information  
Cobalt Digital Inc. news  
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