Grass Valley 8950adc

Instruction Manual
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Contents
Preface
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
8950ADC Analog to Component Digital Converter

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Frame Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Module Placement in the 8900 Frame. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Analog Video Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Loop-through External Sync Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Digital Video Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Power Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operation Indicator LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Onboard Module Configuration Switches and LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Module Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using External Sync. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Remote Configuration and Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Module Configuration Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Software Update Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Signal Configuration Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Functional Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Input Buffers/Amplifiers/Low Pass Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Analog to Digital Converters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Digital Signal Processor FPGA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Input Phase Lock Loop (PLL) and 54 MHz clock generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Delay line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Serializer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Embedded processor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Index
8950ADC Instruction Manual iii

Contents
iv 8950ADC Instruction Manual

Preface
About This Manual
This manual describes the features of a specific module of the 8900 Series
Modular Products family. As part of this module family, it is subject to
Safety and Regulatory Compliance described in the 8900 Series frame and
power supply documentation (see the 8900TX/8900TF/8900TFN Frames
Instruction Manual).
8950ADC Instruction Manual v

Preface
vi 8950ADC Instruction Manual

8950ADC Analog to
Component Digital Converter
Introduction
The 8950ADC converts an analog Color Difference or GBR video signal to
a SMPTE 259M (270 Mb/s) D1 serial component digital signal.
The 8950ADC is compact and fits in the 8900 frame, which holds up to 10
modules in 2RU.
Key features include:
■ 10-bit analog to digital conversion
■ Four times oversampling for outstanding resolution
■ EDH (Error Detection and Handling) embedded in the output signal
■ Two lines of output delay adjustment
■ Supports all popular Component Analog Video (CAV) formats
■ Part of the 8900 family of audio and video modules
■ Remote control via ethernet frame I/F (with optional 8900NET
Package)
8950ADC Instruction Manual 1

Installation
Installation of the 8950ADC module is a simple process of:
■ Placing the module in the proper frame slot, and
■ Cabling and terminating signal ports.
The 8950ADC module can be plugged in and removed from an 8900 Series
frame with power on. When power is applied to the module, LED indica-
tors reflect the initialization process (see Power Up on page 5).
Frame Capacity
The maximum number of 8900 modules allowed in a frame is determined
by frame cooling capacity. Table 1 provides the power capacity, cooling
capacity, and maximum 8950ADC module count for each frame type.
Table 1. Power, Cooling, and Module Capacity of 8900 Frames

8900T2 8900T2-F 8900TX 8900TF 8900TFN
Capacity Calculated
Frame Frame Frame Frame Frame
Power (W) 60 60 100 100 100
Recommended Module Cooling (W) 30 60 30 90 90
8950ADC Modules 4 8 4 10 10
Note Module capacity figures assume no other modules are in the frame.
If the maximum number of modules a frame can handle is less than ten,
provide as much space between the modules as possible.
Module Placement in the 8900 Frame

There are ten slot locations in the frame to accommodate either analog or
digital modules. These are the left ten locations. Refer to Figure 1.
The two slots on the right are allocated for the power supplies. For addi-
tional information concerning the Power Supply module, refer to the 8900
Power Supply manual.
The third slot from the right is allocated for the Controller module. This
module provides the interface for SMPTE 269M fault reporting (health
alarm). For additional information concerning the Controller module, refer
to the 8900 Controller manual.
2 8950ADC Instruction Manual

Installation
Figure 1. 8900 Series Frame
0603-03
Any 8900 Module Power
Supplies
(only)
Controller
Module
(only)
8900 module slots are interchangeable within the frame. There are 10 BNC
connectors in each slot’s I/O group. The functional assignment of each con-
nector in a group is determined by the module that is placed in that slot.
Figure 2 illustrates the rear connector plate for an 8900 Series frame.
Figure 2. 8900 Series Frame Rear Connectors

10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
J1 J2 J1 J2 J1 J2 J1 J2 J1 J2 J1 J2 J1 J2 J1 J2 J1 J2 J1 J2
O O O O O O O O O O
J3 U J4 J3 U J4 J3 U J4 J3 U J4 J3 U J4 J3 U J4 J3 U J4 J3 U J4 J3 U J4 J3 U J4
T T T T T T T T T T
0603-03
IN IN IN IN IN IN IN IN IN IN
Note At the back of this manual are die-cut overlay cards that can be placed over
the rear connector BNCs identifying specific 8950ADC connector functions.
To install a module in the frame:
1. Insert the module, connector end first, with the component side of the
module facing to the right and the ejector tab to the top.
2. Verify that the module connector seats properly against the backplane.
3. Press the ejector tab in to seat the module in place.

Cabling
Analog Video Inputs

Connect analog component video inputs to input connectors J3, J5 and J7
(see Figure 3). The 8950ADC accepts Y, (B-Y), (R-Y) (six standards), or GBR
analog input, with or without sync on the Y/G channel.
Loop-through External Sync Input

The External Sync Input is used to provide external sync for Y/G channel
inputs that do not have a sync component. There are horizontal and vertical
phase timing requirements for the Y/G and Sync input signals (see Using
External Sync on page 10 for timing considerations). Connect a sync input
source to one of the loop-through input connectors, J9 or J10 (see Figure 3).
The 8950ADC External Sync input accepts color black or composite sync
reference signal input. Terminate the unused connector into 75 Ω if the
signal is not looped to other equipment.
Figure 3. 8950ADC Input/Output Connectors
DAx
Digital Output 1 Digital Output 2
J1 J2
J2
R-Y/R Input
O
J3 U J4
J4
B-Y/B Input T
Not Used
J5 J6
J6
Y/G Input
J7 J8
J8
J9 J10
IN
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Loop-through
External Sync Input
Digital Video Outputs

The 8950ADC generates SMPTE 259M digital output on BNC J1 and J2
from the Y, (B-Y), (R-Y) or GBR analog component signal. The destination
equipment should have a 75 Ω input impedance or loop through inputs
that are terminated into 75 Ω.

Power Up
Power Up
The front LED indicators and configuration switches are illustrated in
Figure 4. On power-up the green PWR LED should light and the yellow
CONF LED should illuminate for the duration of module initialization.
Operation Indicator LEDs

With factory default configuration and a valid input signal connected, the
green PWR LED, and one of the yellow signal standard LEDs (525 or 625)
should illuminate (refer to Table 2 on page 6 to see the possible operating
indicator combinations).
Video input presence is indicated by an illuminated VID PRES LED and the
appropriate 525 or 625 LED. The 525 or 625 LED will illuminate to indicate
detection of a 525-line or 625-line input signal. The VID PRES LED indi-
cates the presence of valid composite sync on the Y/G channel or reference
input.
Figure 4. LEDs and Configuration Switches
Ejector Tab
FAULT – Red LED is off during normal operation
COMM (Yellow)
CONF (Yellow)
PWR – Green LED on indicates power OK
525 – Yellow LED on indicates 525 mode input
MAN MODE – Yellow LED on indicates manual input selection
625 – Yellow LED on indicates 625 mode input
VID PRES – Green LED on indicates a valid video input signal is present
56
34
78
16-position
F0 2
1
9A
B Rotary switch
CDE
Module Configuration Switches and LED

2nd Function
(Yellow)
Momentary toggle switch

0603_06
GND

A red FAULT LED indicates an error situation and, with the previously
described LEDs, can indicate the operational conditions presented in
Table 2. The table describes signal output and LED indications for various
input/reference combinations and user settings.
Table 2. Indicator LEDs and Conditions Indicated

LED Indication Condition
Off Normal operation.
FAULT
On continuously Module has detected a CPU problem or FPGA programming problem.
(red)
Flashing Configuration problems. Check inputs and settings.
Off No activity on frame communication bus.
COMM
Long flash Location Command received by the module from a remote control system.
(yellow)
Short flash Activity present on the frame communication bus.
Off Module is in normal operating mode.
CONF On continuously Module is initializing, changing operating modes or updating firmware.
(yellow)
Indicates rate of change of toggle switch controlled analog setting. The longer the
Flashing
switch is held, the more the flashing rate and the change-of-setting rate increases.
PWR Off No power to module or module’s DC/DC converter failed.
(green) On continuously Normal operation, module is powered.
Off No input signal is present, or 625 input is present.
525†
On continuously Input signal is 525 standard.
(yellow)
Flashing 525 standard input signal is manually selected, but actual signal is 625 standard.
MAN MODE Off Module will automatically detect and accept either input signal format.
(yellow) On Input is forced by configuration to accept one format, either 525 or 625.
Off No input signal is present, or 525 input is present.
625 †
On continuously Input signal is 625 standard.
(yellow)
Flashing 625 standard input signal is manually selected, but actual signal is 525 standard.
Off No valid input signal is present.
VID PRES
(green) A video input signal is present and there is valid composite sync on the Y/G channel
On
or reference input.
2ND Off First bank of rotary switch selected.
(yellow) On Second bank of rotary switch selected.
† In auto mode, this LED changes status depending on input signal.

Configuration
Configuration
The 8950ADC can be configured locally using onboard switches or
remotely using the 8900NET network interface.The configuration of the
8950ADC includes:
■ Video output levels for Y/G, Cb/B, Cr/R channels,
■ Black levels for Y/G, Cb/B, Cr/R channels,
■ Horizontal delay,
■ EAV/SAV positions,
■ Sync source,
■ Vertical blanking, and
■ Save/Recall user/default configuration.
The factory (default) settings for signal processing functions are set to pass
a calibrated broadcast quality signal at optimum levels. Signal output
adjustments are available to correct deficiencies in the input signal.

Onboard Module Configuration Switches and LEDs

The 8950ADC module can be configured locally using the rotary and toggle
switches shown in Figure 5. The CONF and 2ND function LEDs are config-
uration status indicators. These four components perform the following:
■ Function (rotary) switch — This switch is used to access a desired func-
tion for configuration. The switch addresses two banks of functions;
each bank has 16 possible positions (0 through 9 and A through F). Not
all positions are used (see Table 3). The alternate bank of functions is
accessed each time the Function Switch makes a complete revolution
past zero: While in bank 1, a complete revolution past zero accesses
bank 2; while in bank 2, a complete revolution past zero accesses bank
1. The 2ND LED indicates which bank is currently being accessed.
Note The Function switch should be kept in the position for the selected mode (1
through 7) or in position 0 when not in use to avoid any inadvertent change
in configuration. 0 is an inactive position.
■ SW1 (toggle) switch — Actuates or selects the desired setting for the
selected function when the switch is held momentarily in either the Up
or Down position.
■ 2ND LED — When on, indicates that user is accessing the second bank
of configuration parameters.
■ CONF (configuring) LED — When on, indicates the module is initial-
izing or processing configuration information.
Figure 5. Module Configuration Switches and LEDs
Remote Lockout
Place jumper in
Local local position to
JP2
Remote lock out remote

CONF – configuration LED access.
JP2
FUNCTION – rotary switch

2nd – second function LED
SW1 – actuator toggle switch
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Configuration
Module Configuration
To make configuration settings:
1. Rotate the Function Switch to the desired function (see Table 3).
2. Move the Toggle Switch up or down to set the desired function

parameter.
Table 3. 8950ADC Configuration Functions

Function Toggle Toggle
Function Description
Switch Switch Up Switch Down
0 -- -- Inactive position
1 MII(US/525) -- Recalls default parameters for MII(US) standard.
2 MII(Japan/525) -- Recalls default parameters for MII(Japan) standard.
3 BETA(US/525) -- Recalls default parameters for BETA(US) standard.
4 BETA(Japan/525) -- Recalls default parameters for BETA(Japan) standard.
5 EBU N10 (625) -- Recalls default parameters for EBU N10 standard.
6 SMPTE -- Recalls default parameters for SMPTE standard.
Bank 1
7 GBR -- Recalls default parameters for GBR standard.

8 Increase Decrease Input video level adjustment for all inputs.
9 Increase Decrease Input black level adjustment for all inputs.
A Increase Decrease Y/G input video level adjustment.
B Increase Decrease (B-Y)/B input video level adjustment.
C Increase Decrease (R-Y)/R input video level adjustment.
D Increase Decrease Y/G input black level adjustment.
E Increase Decrease (B-Y)/B input black level adjustment.
F Increase Decrease (R-Y)/R input black level adjustment.
0 -- -- Inactive position
Standard recognition – Toggle switch up enables automatic input standard recognition. First
Manual
press down enables manual selection; second and third press select standard.
1 Auto †
Down x 2 Manually sets 525 line standard.
Down x 3†† Manually sets 625 line standard.
2 Sync on G/Y† Ext. Sync Input Sync mode selection determines the sync source.
3 Enable Disable Setup level correction. The default setting corresponds to the selected standard.
Bank 2
4 Increase Decrease Output video delay line adjustment in 37 ns steps to maximum 2.5 lines. Default is zero.
SAV/EAV (start active video/end active video) delay adjustment. The default value is correct
5 Increase Decrease
for the sync source on the Y/G channel.
6 Blank† Pass Vertical blanking.
7 thru 9 -- -- Not used.
A thru E -- -- Not used.
Save Recall previously saved configuration, or Save current configuration settings. Recycling
F Recall
(Down x 3†††) module power restores the most recent state.
† Factory Default
†† Subsequent presses toggle between 525 and 625.
††† To Save current settings the toggle switch must be pressed down three times successively.

Using External Sync

The External Sync source is intended to provide sync when the Y/G com-
ponent signal does not contain sync. The module is not intended to provide
auto-timing or frame sync functions. Allowable horizontal and vertical
phase differences between the Y/G signal and the external sync signal vary
depending upon the presence of sync in the Y/G signal. Table 4 provides
the phase difference tolerances. Exceeding these tolerances can produce an
incorrect output signal.
Within the tolerances shown, phase adjustment can be made using the
SAV/EAV (start active video/end active video) and output video delay
line adjustment settings described in Module Configuration on page 9. Func-
tion F5, 2nd bank, adjusts output horizontal phase by setting the position
of active video in the digital output within a ±400 ns window. Function F4,
2nd bank provides output line delay of up to 2.5 lines in 37 ns increments.
Table 4. Adjustable Phase Difference Between Y/G and External Sync

H Phase V Phase
Y/G Input When Out of Tolerance
Difference Difference
Select Y/G channel for Sync Source (F2, 2nd bank),
With Y/G sync < ±400 ns 0
compensate using Output delay (F4, 2nd bank)
No Y/G sync < ±5 µs Up to two lines N/A

Configuration
Remote Configuration and Monitoring

8950ADC configuration and monitoring can be performed remotely using
the 8900NET interface in 8900TF or TFN frames (see Figure 6). This section
describes the GUI access to the module configuration functions. Refer to
the 8900NET Network Interface Module Instruction Manual for informa-
tion on setting up and operating the 8900 frame network.
For remote access, make sure the jumper block on the module is set for both
Local and Remote access (Figure 5).
Note The physical appearance of the menu displays shown in this manual repre-
sent the use of a particular platform, browser and version of 8900NET
module software. They are provided for reference only. Displays will differ
depending on the type of platform and browser you are using and the version
of the 8900NET software installed in your system.
Figure 6. 8900NET GUI

The links section lists the frame and its current modules. The selected link's Status
page is first displayed and the sub-list of links for the selection is opened. The sub-list
allows you to select a particular information page for the selected device.
Content display section displays information for the selected

frame or module (frame slot icons are also active links).
The 8900 modules can be addressed by clicking on a specific module icon

in the frame status display or on a module name or slot number in the link
list on the left.

The 8950ADC will indicate a SMPTE Alarm fault on the Frame Status
display for the following alarms:
■ Lack of valid video input, or
■ Board Failure.
Module Configuration Displays

The 8900 GUI provides the following links and displays for the 8950ADC
module:
■ Module operational status and properties information (part and
version numbers), and
■ Module slot configuration information (location and user assigned
names).
These displays are the same for all remote controllable 8900 modules. Refer
to the 8900NET manual for more information on these displays. Some func-
tions listed may not be supported by a particular module. These will be
indicated as not supported.
Figure 7. 8950ADC Display Links
Module Configuration
Displays
Signal Configuration
Displays
Software Update
Displays
Software Update Displays

The Software Update display allows you to download new software ver-
sions for the module. Refer to the 8900NET manual and the Grass Valley
Group website at http://www.grassvalleygroup.com for complete details
and new software versions.
Signal Configuration Displays

This section discusses each of the Signal Configuration Displays used to set
the 8950ADC module parameters. You can use either the Numeric or
Sliders adjustment display mode.

Configuration
Use
Levels
This In the Levels display, the video and black levels of each channel are
Link adjusted by percentage. 100% equals the default value of the currently
chosen format. Levels can be set in Independent mode (Y/G, Cb/B and
Cr/R individually) or in Locked mode (all channels at once with any of the
three controls).
Note Numeric displays are for approximate values only. Calculation of displayed
values are subject to decimal place truncation. Variation from the absolute
value increases at higher values.
Figure 8 on page 14 illustrates setting the Levels in Numeric/Locked mode

and Figure 9 on page 15 shows the display in Sliders/Independent mode.
Select either Numeric or Sliders control type, then click on Apply.
Select either Independent or Locked mode. In Independent mode, you may

set each channel level individually. In Locked mode, changing a value in
any channel will move all three channels together.
Select a component standard from the displayed choices:

■ SMPTE
■ GBR
■ Beta (US/525)
■ Beta (Japan/525)
■ MII (US/525)
■ MII (Japan/525)
■ EBU N10 (625)
In either Numeric or Sliders mode, the single arrows increment the value
by 1x and the double arrow will increment the value by approximately 10x.
Note In Numeric mode only, values selected with the single or double arrow keys
will be enabled immediately. All other display entries, including typed in a
values, require pressing Apply before the selection is enabled.
If you have made any adjustments in the levels and wish to keep them, you
must store them using the User Settings page (see User Settings on page 18).
Use
This You can recall all default settings for a particular component standard by
Link reselecting and applying that standard. Horizontal delay, sync source, and
vertical blanking are not changed by this reset so these user adjustments
are retained. This differs from the Get Factory Defaults function which
returns these values to factory calibration.

Figure 8. Levels Display In Numeric Mode
Set Controls Type
Set Control Action
Recall
Component Standard
Video controls
(Using arrow keys
enables selection
immediately, no
need to Apply)
Black controls
(Numeric mode)

Configuration
Figure 9. Levels Display in Sliders Mode
Select Apply to
make changes
active for Video
and Black

Timing/Blanking
Use
This
Set the following parameters in the Timing/Blanking display in either
Link Numeric or Sliders mode:
■ Amount of Horizontal Delay in nS
■ Position of EAV/SAV (end active video/start active video)
■ Sync source (Y/G Channel or external)
■ Short or Wide vertical blanking
The Timing/Blanking display in numeric mode is shown in Figure 10.
Figure 10. Timing/Blanking Display
Set Horizontal Delay

(in Numeric mode)
37
Set position of EAV/SAV

(in Numeric mode)
29
Set sync source
Set vertical blanking

Configuration
Standard Selections
Use The Standards Selection display shown in Figure 11 is used to select the fol-
This lowing module parameters:
Link
■ Standard Recognition (auto or manual)
■ Manual signal standard (525 or 625)
■ Output video setup add or remove (in 525 line rate only)
■ Enable Kalypso 0:4:4 Mode (compressed chroma key input mode for
GVG Kalypso Video Production Center)
Figure 11. Standard Selection
8950ADC Standard Selections
Select standard (Auto)
Current
Input Standard
Add or remove output

video setup (appears
in 525 mode only)
Enable Kalypso
0:4:4 mode
Select standard (Manual)
Select 525 or 625

User Settings
The User Settings display (see Figure 12) allows you to set the following
parameters:
Use
This ■ Recall the saved User Settings,
Link
■ Save the currently selected settings for the entire module into User Set-
tings, and
■ Recall the GBR factory default video levels and timing settings on the
module using the Get Factory Defaults selection.
Figure 12. User Settings Display
Recall settings
saved to User Settings
Save all current

settings to User Settings
Recall Factory
default settings
for format selected
in Levels display

Specifications
Specifications
Table 5. 8950ADC Specifications
Parameter Value
Analog Input
Signal type GBR, EBU N10, Beta (US), Beta (Japan), MII (US), MII (Japan)
Number of inputs 3: Y, (B-Y), (R-Y) or G, B, R
Connector type 75 Ω BNC
Signal level 1 Vpp +15% max (Y or G channel)
0.7Vpp +15% [(B-Y), (R-Y) or B, R channels]
Return loss >40 db to 5.5 MHz
External Sync Input
Signal type Color black: 140 mV to 560 mV / Composite sync: 600 mV to 3 V
Number of inputs 1 loop-through
Impedance Hi Z (>10k)
Return loss >40 db to 5.5 MHz
Outputs
Number of outputs 2
Signal formats SMPTE 259M
Return loss >18 db, 5 MHz - 270 MHz
Error handling EDH embedded
Performance
Standards Input: 525 or 625 (auto or manual)
Sampling 4 times over-sampling
Input A/D 10 bits
Frequency response Y,G,B,R: ±0.1 dB (10 Hz to 5.5 MHz)
(R-Y), (B-Y): ±0.1 dB (10 Hz to 2.75 MHz)
Group delay error Y: <5 ns peak to peak (10 Hz to 5.5 MHz)
(R-Y), (B-Y): <5 ns peak to peak (10 Hz to 2.75 MHz)
Propagation delay 2.5 µs GBR input; 2.1 µs Y(B-Y) (R-Y) input
Delay control (user) Up to 2.5 line (37 ns increments)
Relative timing of CAV outputs Y to B-Y and R-Y within 2 ns
K-factor 2T pulse K <0.4%
Vertical blanking Pass or blank
Input gain control ±50% ± 20%
Black level setup Manual, all channels (±15%)
Signal-to-noise ratio ≥60 dB
Environmental
Frame temperature range 0 to 45 ° C
Operating humidity range 0 to 90% non-condensing
Non-operating temperature -10 to 70 ° C

Table 5. 8950ADC Specifications - (continued)

Parameter Value
Mechanical
Frame type 8900 Series
Size 2 RU
Power Requirements
Supply voltage +12 V
Power consumption ≤7.2 Watts ±5%
Service
The 8950ADC Analog to Component Digital Converter modules make
extensive use of surface-mount technology and programmed parts to
achieve compact size and adherence to demanding technical specifications.
Circuit modules should not be serviced in the field.
If your module is not operating correctly, proceed as follows:

■ Check frame and module power and signal present LEDs.
■ Check for presence and quality of input signals.
■ Verify that source equipment is operating correctly.
■ Check cable connections.
■ Check output connections for correct I/O mapping (correct input con-
nector is used for the corresponding channel output).
Refer to Figure 4 for the location of PWR LED and Table 2 on page 6 for
proper LED indications.
If the module is still not operating correctly, replace it with a known good
spare and return the faulty module to a designated Grass Valley repair
depot. Call your Grass Valley representative for depot location.
Refer to Contacting Grass Valley Group at the front of this document for the
Grass Valley Customer Service Information number.

Functional Description
The 8950ADC converts an analog CAV or GBR video signal to the SMPTE
259M (270Mb/s) D1 serial component digital signal. The major functional
blocks are:
■ Input buffers, amplifiers and low pass filters (LPF)
■ Analog to digital converters (ADC)
■ Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Field Programmable Gate Array
(FPGA)
■ Digital to Analog Converters
■ Input Phase Lock Loop (PLL) and 54 MHz clock generator
■ Serializer
■ Delay line
■ Embedded processor
Refer to the block diagram in Figure 13 while reading the following func-
tional description.

Figure 13. 8950ADC Block Diagram
Reference Delay Line

Sync DAC Serializer
I2C (2.5 max.)
DAC Inter-
Serial
D1 Parallel
face
27 MHz
DAC Output
Y/G
A LPF ADC 10 bit+1
(B-Y)/B
A LPF ADC 10 bit+1
FPGA
(R-Y)/R
ADC 10 bit+1 Digital Signal
A LPF Processing
Clamp Timing
54 MHz Sync Generator
LEDs Standard Detector
Sync Filters
Mux
Separator Color Space
Converter
User Reference Selection
Setup
Parallel Interface
To Host
Embedded VCXO Loop Phase
Processor 54 MHz Filter Comp.
Input Buffers/Amplifiers/Low Pass Filters

Three-channel input Clamping Video Amplifiers support the professional
studio TV standard with 20 MHz bandwidth and >60dB signal to noise
ratio. Black level voltage is under CPU control (DC feedback D/A con-
verters). Signals are passed from the amplifiers to three identical Low Pass
Filters (LPF), where all spectral components above 15 MHz are removed
from incoming signals.
Analog to Digital Converters

The three 10-bit ADCs have a 54MHz sampling rate, and perform high
speed analog to digital conversion on the signals received from the LPFs.

Digital Signal Processor FPGA

The DSP FPGA performs the following signal processing:
■ Input Signal Processor
After analog to digital conversion, the digitized video signal passes
through the Digital Input Signal Processor. This controls the gain of all
three input signals individually in the range of ±15%. User input gain
control is also available through Embedded Processor. The clipping
circuit preludes overshooting errors in cases where either the input
signal level or amplifier gain is too high.
■ Color Space Converter
The 8950ADC supports Y, (B-Y), (R-Y) or GBR input, and the Color
Space Converter automatically connects to the appropriate signal path.
The Color Space Converter converts an incoming GBR signal to Y, (B-
Y), (R-Y) according to the D1 Color space matrix.
■ Sync Processor
The Sync Processor contains the H&V Extractor, Frame Pulse Extractor,
Standard Detector, and PLL Phase Detector Input Signal. (The Analog
Sync Separator and PLL Phase Detector are not part of the FPGA.)
■ Filters and Decimators
The DSP FPGA performs Low Pass filtering (6 MHz bandwidth) and
decimation by 4 for all three channels. For the B-Y and R-Y channels the
DSP FPGA performs additional Low Pass filtering and decimation by 2
(3 MHz bandwidth).
■ Control
The Control FPGA contains parallel communication blocks between
the embedded processor and FPGA.
Input Phase Lock Loop (PLL) and 54 MHz clock generator

From the incoming composite sync, the PLL generates a 54 MHz clock for
oversampling. This clock also servers as a free-running clock when no
input signal is present.
Delay line
The on board delay line provides a maximum 2.5 line signal delay. The
delay time is under user control in 37 ns increments.

Serializer
The Serializer is a standard D1, 10-bit, 270 MHz serializer with embedded
Error Data Handling.
Embedded processor
The embedded processor provides the interface between the user and all
the processing logic of the 8950ADC, as well as communication between
the 8950ADC and a remote host processor.

Index
Symbols E
(B-Y)/B input video level adjustment 9 embedded processor 24
(B-Y)/B ouptut black level adjustment 9 environmental 19
(R-Y)/R input video level adjustment 9 evels 13
(R-Y)/R output black level adjustment 9 external sync 10
Numerics F
525 line standard 9 factory default 5, 7, 9
625 line standard 9 fault 6
fault report 12
format setup 9
A
FPGA 23
amplifiers 22 frame 2, 20
analog to digital converters 22 cell 2
frame status display 11
B functional description 21
backplane 3
block diagram 21 G
GUI 11
C
cabling 4 H
clock generator 23 horizontal phase 10
CONF LED 5
configuration 8, 9
connectors 3
I
input 4 impedance 4
input/output 4 indicators 6
controller module 2 initialization 5
input 19
buffers 22
D loopthrough 4
default configuration 5 phase lock loop 23
delay 23 specification 19
digital video outputs 4 video level adjustment 9
DSP 23
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K R
Kalypso mode selection 9, 17 rear connectors 3
recall user settings 9
remote configuration
L levels 13
LEDs and Configuration Switches 5 standards selection 17
links 12 timing/blanking 16
loop-through 4 user settings 18
low pass filters 22 remote configuration and monitoring 11
repair depot 20
M
module
S
configuration switches 8 save user settings 9
controller 2 serializer 24
installation 2 service 20
power supply 2 SMPTE alarm 12
slots 3
specifications 19
monitoring 11
switches 8
sync 10
N sync mode selection 9
network 11 sync output 4
O T
operational modes 6 termination 4
output troubleshooting 20
video delay 9
outputs 4, 19 V
analog 19
connectors 4 vertical blanking 9
specification 19 vertical phase 10
termination 4 voltage 20
overlay 3
Y
P Y/G input black level adjustment 9
performance 19 Y/G input video level adjustment 9
phase differences 10
PLL 23
power 5, 20
power supply 2
PWR LED 5
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Table 1. Power, Cooling, and Module Capacity of 8900 Frames

Module Placement in the 8900 Frame

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Figure 1. 8900 Series Frame

Figure 2. 8900 Series Frame Rear Connectors

To install a module in the frame:

3. Press the ejector tab in to seat the module in place.

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Analog Video Inputs

Loop-through External Sync Input

Figure 3. 8950ADC Input/Output Connectors

Digital Video Outputs

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Operation Indicator LEDs

Figure 4. LEDs and Configuration Switches

FAULT – Red LED is off during normal operation

PWR – Green LED on indicates power OK

525 – Yellow LED on indicates 525 mode input

MAN MODE – Yellow LED on indicates manual input selection

625 – Yellow LED on indicates 625 mode input

Module Configuration Switches and LED

Momentary toggle switch

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Table 2. Indicator LEDs and Conditions Indicated

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Onboard Module Configuration Switches and LEDs

Figure 5. Module Configuration Switches and LEDs

Remote lock out remote

FUNCTION – rotary switch

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2. Move the Toggle Switch up or down to set the desired function

Table 3. 8950ADC Configuration Functions

7 GBR -- Recalls default parameters for GBR standard.

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Using External Sync

Table 4. Adjustable Phase Difference Between Y/G and External Sync

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Remote Configuration and Monitoring

Figure 6. 8900NET GUI

Content display section displays information for the selected

The 8900 modules can be addressed by clicking on a specific module icon

8950ADC Instruction Manual 11

Module Configuration Displays

Figure 7. 8950ADC Display Links

Software Update Displays

Signal Configuration Displays

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Figure 8 on page 14 illustrates setting the Levels in Numeric/Locked mode

Select either Numeric or Sliders control type, then click on Apply.

Select either Independent or Locked mode. In Independent mode, you may