Spectrum™

MediaDeck 7000
RELEASE 7.3

User Guide
Manual Part No. 28-0359
June, 2013
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Table of Contents
Introduction ..................................................................................................... 1
Spectrum Documentation Suite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Locating the Latest Documentation on the Harmonic Website . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Documentation Terms and Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Available Media and Wrapper Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Technical Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Useful Information when Contacting Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Chapter 1: Installing the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 System...................10

About the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
System Installation Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
About Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
About Unpacking and Inspecting the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
About Equipment Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Rack Mounting the MediaDeck System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Installing the Disk Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Installing the Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Installing the MediaPortand ChannelPort Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Installing the SystemManager Platform or Client PC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting your Gigabit Ethernet Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting a MediaPort 7000 to an Automation System (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Connecting a ChannelPort Module to an Automation System (Optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Connecting Reference Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Connecting a ChannelPort to an Emergency Alert System (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Connecting to a Sage Digital ENDEC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Connecting to a TFT EAS 911T Encoder/Decoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Connecting Audio and Video I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Connecting Audio and Video I/O to the MediaPort 7000 Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Connecting Audio and Video I/O to the ChannelPort Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Connecting AC Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Powering up a System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Chapter 2: Getting Started with SystemManager ......................................32

Running SystemManager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Logging on to the SystemManager Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Verifying Your Release. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Using SystemManager and Configuring the MediaDeck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Viewing the Components of a MediaDeck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Creating a File System and RAID Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Verifying the System Diagram and Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Creating a Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Installing and Using ClipTool™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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Configuring the MediaDeck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

ChannelPort Configuration Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Configuring ChannelPort to Preview Graphics with FXTool and PreviewTool . . . . . . . . 37
Configuring ChannelPort to Play Graphics Live On Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Configuring a ChannelPort Channel for Onboard Playout Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Determining the ChannelPort Port Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Creating the Graphics Directory on the Video Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Renaming the Graphics Directory Folder (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Chapter 3: Upgrading Firmware...................................................................41

Upgrading MediaPort or ChannelPort Module Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Upgrade from the MediaPort Properties or ChannelPort Properties Page . . . . . . . . . . 41
Upgrade from the Upgrade Firmware Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Upgrading Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Upgrade from the MediaDeck Properties Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Upgrade from the Upgrade Firmware Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Verifying Disk Drive Firmware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Upgrading Disk Drive Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Handling Device Upgrade Failures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Replacing Firmware and PCapps Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Chapter 4: Hardware Orientation ................................................................51

Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Front Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Port Status Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
MediaDeck Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
About Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
MediaDeck Component Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
MediaDeck Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
MediaDeck Chassis Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
MediaPort Module Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
MediaPort Module Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
MediaPort Module Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
MediaPort Module 7000 Series License Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
About AC-3 and Dolby E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
About SDI Embedded Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
About MediaPort Module Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Gigabit Ethernet Connector Pinout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
GPIO/RS-422 Connector Signal Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Serial Control Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
MediaPort Module 7000 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
ChannelPort Module Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
ChannelPort Module Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
ChannelPort Module Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
ChannelPort Module License Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

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About ChannelPort Module Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Gigabit Ethernet Connector Pinout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
GPIO/RS-422 Connector Signal Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Serial Control Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
ChannelPort Module Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Storage Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
About the MediaDeck Storage System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Supported Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Disk Drive Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
About Proactive Drive Alarming and Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Appendix A: Contacting the Technical Assistance Center .........................83

Appendix B: Compliance, Safety, and Agency Approvals...........................85

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 Introduction
This document provides in-depth information on setting up and operating the Spectrum
MediaDeck 7000 in the following sections:
 Introduction (this section) provides the following topics:
 Spectrum Documentation Suite
 Documentation Terms and Abbreviations
 Available Media and Wrapper Formats
 Technical Support
 Installing the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 System provides step-by-step instructions for installing the
MediaDeck.
 Getting Started with SystemManager provides information on running and using SystemManager,
and configuring ChannelPort.
 Upgrading Firmware provides upgrade instructions for the MediaDeck, MediaPort module,
ChannelPort module, and disk drive firmware.
 Hardware Orientation provides reference information for the MediaDeck hardware components.

Spectrum Documentation Suite

Table 0–1 describes the documents that comprise the Spectrum System Documentation Suite
including the MediaDeck 7000. All items are available for download from the Support Server at
the following location:
ftp://ftp.omneon.com/updates/omneon/current/MediaDeck/
All files on the Support Server are password protected. Refer to the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000
Read Me First provided in your MediaDeck kit for the passwords to access the necessary files.
Documents are in .pdf and are packaged in MediaDeckAndSpectrum-v<version#>-
Documentation.exe.
For ChannelPort templates, tools, and documentation, download
ChannelPortTemplatesAndTools-v<version#>-SWandDoc.exe.
Table 0–1: Spectrum System Documentation Suite

This document... Provides this information...

Spectrum (MediaDirector 2252, 2251, 2201, 2202, MediaCenter, MediaPort 5000,

MediaPort 7000, ChannelPort)

Spectrum System Installation and  System installation

Hardware Reference Guide  Software installation and upgrade details
 Orientation to system components including
MediaDirectors, MediaCenters, MediaPorts,
ChannelPorts, and MediaStores
 Troubleshooting system components
 Specifications for system components

Spectrum System Protocol Reference  Command sets and preroll parameters for
Guide controlling MediaDirectors
 The Harmonic implementation of FTP server

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Spectrum Quick Reference Guides  Front and back panel views of Spectrum
devices
 LED assignments and legends

Spectrum ChannelPort Tools User  Using ChannelPort tools

Guide

Spectrum ChannelPort Template  ChannelPort template authoring

Authoring Guide

Spectrum Component Replacement Component replacement instructions for all

Guide Spectrum devices

Spectrum and MediaDeck Release Last minute information regarding a product

Notes release

Spectrum Media and Wrapper Supported clip types and wrapper formats
Formats

Spectrum MediaDeck 7000

Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 User  System installation

Guide  Upgrade instructions
 Orientation to system components‘

Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 System installation

Installation Guide

Spectrum and MediaDeck Release Last minute information regarding a product

Notes release

Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Read Me  Passwords for downloading MediaDeck and

First SystemManager files
 Instructions for obtaining and installing the
license file for SystemManager
 Installation overview

Spectrum (MediaDirector 2100, 2101, 2102, 2102B, MediaPort 1000, 3000, 4000, 6000
Series)

Omneon Spectrum System Getting  System installation

Started Guide  Software installation and upgrade details

Omneon Spectrum System  Orientation to system components including

Hardware Orientation Guide MediaPorts and MediaStores
 Troubleshooting system components
 Specifications for system components

Omneon Spectrum System Protocol  Command sets and preroll parameters for
Reference Guide controlling MediaDirectors
 The Harmonic implementation of FTP server

Omneon Spectrum Quick Reference  Front and back panel views of Spectrum
Guides devices
 LED assignments and legends

Omneon MediaDeck

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Omneon MediaDeck User Guide  System installation

 Upgrade instructions
 Orientation to system components

Omneon MediaDeck Installation System installation

Guide

Spectrum and MediaDeck Release Last minute information regarding a product

Notes release

Omneon MediaDeck Read Me First  Passwords for downloading MediaDeck and

SystemManager files
 Instructions for obtaining and installing the
license file for SystemManager
 Installation overview

For the SystemManager documentation, navigate to:

ftp://ftp.omneon.com/updates/omneon/current/SystemManager
SystemManager documents are packaged SystemManager-v<version#>-Documentation.exe .
Acrobat* Reader* is needed to view the product documentation. Download this for free from:
http://www.adobe.com.

Locating the Latest Documentation on the Harmonic Website

The latest product documentation, as well as information provided for older releases, is available
on the Harmonic website at:http://www.harmonicinc.com/documents-detail.

Documentation Terms and Abbreviations

The following terms are used throughout this documentation:
 ChannelPort is a channel playout platform that provides integrated clip playback, branding,
master control switching, and support for Emergency Alert Systems.
 DV refers to Digital Video, a compressed digital video format for sound and picture.
 DVE refers to Digital Video Effects.
 Embedded refers to two different concepts in this guide:
 The first usage is the embedding of audio data in SDI video streams. The Spectrum
system can input and output audio embedded within the SDI video stream.
 The second usage pertains to the recording of VBI data. The Spectrum system gives the
option of embedding VBI data within an MPEG file or recording the VBI data in a separate
file.
 Frame or Chassis both refer to the specific hardware component of an Spectrum device,
such as an Spectrum MediaDeck 7000.
 FXTool is an application used to preview graphics in real time that have been loaded on the
ChannelPort.
 Hot Swappable refers to an electronics board or component (such as a fan or disk drive) that
can be removed from or installed in a chassis while system power is on.

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 Input refers to an audio or video signal that is connected to a Spectrum MediaDeck 7000.
Input also refers to the physical input connectors on the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 frame.
 Interleaved refers to audio that is recorded within the DV (video) file itself.
 MediaPort Module refers to the I/O module installed in the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 for
video, audio, timecode, and control.
 Output refers to an audio or video signal that is connected from a MediaPort Module to a
destination digital device. Output also refers to the physical output connectors on the
Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 frame.
 PreviewTool is an application used to build a program sequence on the ChannelPort.
 Playout Channel is a process that runs on a Spectrum video server, which provides control for
players and graphics, allowing you to preview graphics with the ChannelPort PreviewTool.
 SDI refers to Serial Digital Interface, a system whereby uncompressed digital component
video signals are distributed via coaxial cable. An SDI signal can include embedded audio.
 Source refers to an audio/video device whose output signals are connected to one or more
MediaPort Module inputs.
 System refers to an entire Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 and all of its components.
 UI refers to the SystemManager’s User Interface (as viewed on a web browser).
 VC-3 is a video format defined by the SMPTE 2019-1 standard.
 VANC refer to the Vertical ANCillary data in the active portions of lines in the vertical interval.
Table 0–2: Abbreviation Definitions

Abbreviation Definition

A-D Analog-to-Digital

AES Audio Engineering Society

AUX Auxiliary

CBR Constant Bit Rate

CG Character Generator

CIFS Common Internet File System

D-A Digital-to-Analog

DAT Digital Audio Tape

DDR Digital Disk Recorder

DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

DNS Domain Name System

DV Digital Video

DVE Digital Video Effects

DVTR Digital Video Tape Recorder

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Abbreviation Definition

EAS Emergency Alert System

E-E Electronics to Electronics

FC-AL Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop

FCP (Apple’s) Final Cut Pro

GOP Group of Pictures

HD High Definition

Mbps Megabits per second

MCS Master Control Switcher

MCP Media Control Processor

MIB Management Information Base (database)

MIP Media Interface Port

MMS Media Manager System

MPEG Motion Picture Experts Group

MSC Media Storage Chassis

MXF Media eXchange Format

NAS Network Attached Storage

NLE Non Linear Editor

NMS Network Management System

RU Rack Unit

SAN Storage Area Network

SDI Serial Digital Interface

SMB Server Message Block

SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol

VBI Vertical Blanking Interval

VDCP Video Disk Control Protocol

VTR Video Tape Recorder

VCR Video Cassette Recorder

Available Media and Wrapper Formats

For information on supported media types and wrapper formats, refer to Spectrum Media and
Wrapper Formats packaged with the Spectrum documentation suite.

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Introduction Technical Support

Technical Support
For information on contacting Harmonic Technical support, refer to Appendix A, Contacting the
Technical Assistance Center.

Useful Information when Contacting Technical Support

In order to assist Technical Support, review the following information:
What version of firmware is installed on your system?
From the Home tab, click the Upgrade Firmware icon in the left-hand column to display the
Upgrade Firmware page. The firmware version for each device is shown in the Current Firmware
Version column.
What version of SystemManager software is installed?
From SystemManager, click the Help tab. The version is shown in the Server Software section of
the page.
Which Windows operating system is running on the SystemManager client PC?
a. From Windows, click the Start button, and then click Run.
b. In the Open field, type: winver, and then press Enter to open the About Windows dialog
box, which shows the version number.
How much memory is installed on the SystemManager platform? (for example, 256 MB, 512
MB, or 1 GB)
a. From Windows, click the Start button, and then click Run.
b. In the Open field, type: winver and then press Enter to open the About Windows dialog
box. Look for the line that reads, “Physical memory available to Windows.”
Please provide the manager.oda file from the SystemManager platform or client PC
Technical Support may request that you email the manager.oda file, which contains configuration
information for your system. This file is located on the SystemManager platform at
D:\Omneon\Manager\omdb, or if you are using a client PC with a single C: partition, it will be in
the same directory on the C: drive.
What is the model and serial number of the hardware involved?
 For Spectrum and MediaDeck devices: from the Home tab, click the Upgrade Firmware
icon in the left-hand column to display the Upgrade Firmware page. Both MediaDirectors
and MediaDecks are listed in the MediaDirectors section. Find the Model Numbers and
Serial Numbers listed in their respective columns.
Scroll down to the MediaPorts section to view the Model Numbers and Serial Numbers for
MediaPorts and MediaDeck Modules.
 For Omneon MediaGrid Devices: Click the Servers & Switches icon in the left-hand
column. From the Servers and Switches page, in the Name column, click the link for the
Omneon MediaGrid device to open the Properties page for that device.
 For ProXchange devices: Click the ProXchange Servers icon in the left-hand column.
From the Servers page, in the Name column, click the link for the ProXchange device to
open the Properties page for that device.
 For ProBrowse devices: Click the ProBrowse Servers icon in the left-hand column. From
the Servers page, in the Name column, click the link for the ProBrowse device to open the
Properties page for that device.

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 For MAS devices: Click the MAS Servers icon in the left-hand column. From the Servers
page, in the Name column, click the link for the MAS device to open the Properties page
for that device.

For Spectrum Systems

 What is the name of the Player that is being used?
From SystemManager, click the Player Configuration link in the left-hand column, and then click
the name of the MediaDirector or MediaDeck. The Player List page for that device appears. The
names and status of all players are listed.
 What file format and bit rate is the Player configured for? (for example, MPEG, DV, or
IMX?)
1. From SystemManager, click the Player Configuration link in the left-hand column, and then
click the name of the MediaDirector or MediaDeck. The Player List page for that device
appears.
c. From the player list, click the Properties link to view all the details for a player.
 If the problem is related to Ingest or Playout of a clip, what is the Clip ID involved?
The clip name or clip ID should be indicated by whatever software application you are using to
play or record video. For ClipTool, clip names are displayed in the clip management area of the
ClipTool main window.
 What brand of Automation, if any, is being used for control?
 Is the Automation using VDCP or API for communication control?
For Omneon MediaGrid Systems
For failures with the Omneon MediaGrid client:
 What operating system is running on the client computer?
 What applications are you using?
 What version of the Omneon MediaGrid FSD is installed?
To determine the FSD version on Windows:
a. From the Control dialog box, click the Add/Remove Programs icon.
b. Locate the Omneon MediaGrid File System Driver entry and click the link that reads,
Click here for support information. The version is displayed.
To determine the FSD version on Macintosh:
a. Select Find from the File menu.
b. Click Applications in the Finder sidebar of the Searching “This Mac” window.
c. Double-click the Connect to MediaGrid icon to open the Connect to Omneon MediaGrid
dialog box.
To determine the FSD version on Linux:
Use the following command: tail /proc/sys/omfs*
 Please supply an error message, screen capture, or description of the symptom.
 Is the issue repeatable? If so, what is the procedure to reproduce the issue?
 Please supply log files for the client FSD and ContentBridge FSD.

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Once you are able to reproduce the issue, Technical Support may ask you to provide log files
from the client computers or the ContentBridge. The following instructions describe how to turn
on logging on a client system.

IMPORTANT: Do not perform the following procedures unless directed by Technical Support.

To enable logging for a Windows client:

i. Add two registry parameters to the OmRdr registry key:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\OmRdr\Parameters
 DWORD “debug” with value 1
 DWORD “LogToFile” with value 1
ii. For debug to take effect, make sure the client is mounted to the Omneon MediaGrid
system.
iii. For LogToFile to take effect, run the “taillog” executable and redirect the output to a
file. From the Start menu, click Run, and paste the location of tailog.exe and desired
location of the log file into the Open field, as shown in this example: “C:\Program
Files\Omneon\Omneon MediaGrid\taillog.exe” > c:\clxxxxxx-1.log
In this example, the log file will be created at the c:\ directory.
iv. Reproduce the issue, and then collect all log files from taillog and the omxxx.log from
the WinFSD installed directory.
v. Once you have collected the log files make sure to delete the LogToFile parameter
from the registry, otherwise it will have a negative impact on performance.

To enable logging for a Macintosh client:

i. Run the following command to ensure that the debug level is set to default:
sudo sysctl –w debug.omfs=3
ii. Reproduce problem.
iii. Collect the following log files: /var/log/system.log and /var/log/
kernel.log.

To collect log messages for a Linux client:

Collect /var/log/messages.
Harmonic may also wish to collect the current configured Linux FSD parameters. Access
these by entering the following command:
cat /proc/sys/omfs*

To collect log messages for the ContentBridge:

Locate the log file at:/var/log/omneon/remote/<IP address of ContentBridge>.
 What was the time of the failure?
For information on the time of failure, navigate to the View Alarms page in SystemManager. To
open the View Alarms page, click the Diagnostics tab, and then click the View Alarms icon in the
left-hand column.

For failures with the Omneon MediaGrid cluster:

 What is the name of the device that experienced the failure?

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From SystemManager, click the Servers & Switches icon in the left-hand column to access the
Servers & Switches page. Device names are listed in the Name column.
 Please provide an error message and/or a description of the symptom.
 Is this failure affecting clients or other systems?
 Please provide the appropriate log file or remote access to the device.
The Omneon MediaGrid provides logs files for all of the core services. Technical support may
wish to view one of these logs to determine the root cause of the problem. The following three
log files are used most often when troubleshooting. These files are located on the
ContentDirector at /var/log/omneon.
 ssmd: SliceServer Manager
 mdscore: MetaData Server
 startup: Core Omneon MediaGrid Services Startup and Shutdown

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 Chapter 1
Installing the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 System
This section provides step-by-step instructions for installing a MediaDeck and an optional
automation system.
Review the following topics to install a MediaDeck system:
 About the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 System
 System Installation Diagram
 About Site Preparation
 About Unpacking and Inspecting the System
 About Equipment Orientation
 Rack Mounting the MediaDeck System
 Installing the Disk Drives
 Installing the Bezel
 Installing the MediaPortand ChannelPort Modules
 Installing the SystemManager Platform or Client PC
 Connecting your Gigabit Ethernet Network
 Connecting a MediaPort 7000 to an Automation System (Optional)
 Connecting a ChannelPort Module to an Automation System (Optional)
 Connecting Reference Video
 Connecting a ChannelPort to an Emergency Alert System (Optional)
 Connecting Audio and Video I/O
 Connecting AC Cords
 Powering up a System

About the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 System

A basic Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 system consists of the following components:
 One MediaDeck chassis
 Up to two MediaPort 7000 modules, which can be installed in either module slot.
 Up to two ChannelPort modules, which can be installed in either module slot.
 Bezel
 Four 2-TB SATA hard disk drives, or four 480-GB Solid-State Drives
 Interconnection Cables
 One Rack Mounting Kit
 One SystemManager Platform or the software-only version of SystemManager installed on a
customer-supplied computer
 Latest version of the Spectrum and SystemManager software (downloadable)

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7000 System

 One Ethernet switch (or hub)

 (Optional) One controlling application (for example, program automation system)
This system provides the following capabilities:
 Each chassis holds up to two MediaPort or ChannelPort modules. Each MediaPort module
provides two bidirectional channels.
 The two-slot chassis allows different MediaPort or ChannelPort modules to be mixed in a
single enclosure. Modules are independent and can be replaced without disrupting
operations on the other module. A module can be added to an empty slot at any time.
 For detailed information about supported media types and wrapper formats, refer to
Spectrum Media and Wrapper Formats included in the Spectrum documentation suite.
 MediaPort functionality, as described in MediaPort Module Orientation.
 ChannelPort functionality, as described in ChannelPort Module Orientation.

System Installation Diagram

Figure 1–1 illustrates a basic system installation.

Ethernet
Switch or Hub
Video Out Digital VTR or Video Router (optional)*

A/V Out A/V In

Ethernet
RS-422/
GPIO

Automation System (optional)

Host Spectrum MediaDeck 7000
Connections
RS-422/
GPIO Emergency Alert
SystemManager Platform System (optional)*
or Client PC
*For ChannelPort only.

Figure 1–1: Sample System Diagram

Customer Supplied Components

Customer supplied components are as follows:
 Digital VTR (if an Analog VTR is used, external A-D converters are required.)
 Video monitors
 RS-422 interconnection cables (DB-9 Male to DB-9 Male)

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7000 System

 Audio/Video interconnection cables suitable for SDI signal transmission, and monitoring
equipment
 Gigabit Ethernet Hub or Gigabit Ethernet switch
 Automation System (optional)
 Emergency Alert System (optional)
 Video router (optional)

NOTE: An Ethernet switch is required if your Harmonic system includes applications (such as archiving
and editing) that would be optimized by Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. In systems that do not include these
types of applications (such as the automation system described above) an Ethernet hub is sufficient.

About Site Preparation

Note the following prerequisites for installation of your Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 System:
 Environmental
Harmonic equipment is designed to operate in a clean, air-conditioned control room
environment. Care must be taken to avoid temperature and humidity extremes.
 Power
When connecting equipment, care must be taken to avoid power lines that are subject to noise
and voltage spikes. Do not install units on a power circuit that is common to such equipment as
air conditioners and refrigeration units. For optimum protection, AC noise filters and surge
protectors are recommended if unstable power conditions are present.
To take full advantage of the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 redundant power supplies, Harmonic
recommends that you use separate, isolated power sources for each of the AC inputs.
 Site
Harmonic equipment is designed for rack mounting. For detailed rack mounting requirements
and dimensions, refer to Rack Mounting the MediaDeck System.
 Rack
The following safety requirements must be considered when the unit is mounted in a rack.
 The rack design should incorporate stabilizing features suitable to prevent the rack from
tipping during installation and in normal use.
 When loading a rack with the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 and other units, fill the rack
from the bottom up and empty from the top down.
 The rack should comply with the airflow requirements detailed in the technical
specification. The rack design should take into consideration the maximum operating
ambient temperature for the unit, which is 40°C.
 The ground should have a safe electrical distribution system that provides a reliable earth
for each unit and the rack. It must provide overcurrent protection for the unit and must
not be overloaded by the total number of units installed. Attention should be given to
supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit, such as power
strips.
 Customer-supplied Components
The following customer supplied components may be required:
 Video cables suitable for SDI signal transmission

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7000 System

 RS-422 cable for connection to a control system or external serial controller

 Cables
For all coaxial cable requirements, use 75-ohm cable that is specifically designed for digital video,
and meets the transport standards for serial digital video at 270 Mbps.

CAUTION: Unpack and place your Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 system on a flat anti-static surface to
perform the following installation procedures contained in this document.

CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge can damage components. Make sure to wear an anti-static wrist strap
and attach it to a metal part of the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Chassis when performing the procedures in
this guide.

About Unpacking and Inspecting the System

When you receive each component of a Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 system, inspect each
shipping container for signs of damage. Contact your local Harmonic representative and the
carrier immediately if you suspect any damage has occurred during shipping. Check the contents
of each box against the packing list to be sure that all parts are included. If any items are missing,
contact your local Harmonic representative immediately.

About Equipment Orientation

Important background information about each component’s connectors, displays, and indicators
is available in Hardware Orientation. Please familiarize yourself with this information before you
interconnect the components in a Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 system.

Rack Mounting the MediaDeck System

DANGER: Safe handling of this system requires TWO people.

This section provides rack-mounting instructions. Figure 1–2 shows the recommended layout.

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7000 System

Clearance for Keyboard/ Monitor 4. 45 cm(1. 75 in.)

Keyboard/ Monitor Tray 4. 45 cm(1. 75 in.)
SystemManager Platform 4. 45 cm(1. 75 in.)
Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 4.45 cm (1.75 in.)
4.45 cm (1.75 in.)

75. 57 cm
(29. 75 in.)

71. 12 cm
(28. 00 in.)

Open Space for

Automation System
(optional)

Figure 1–2: Rack Mounting Diagram

Note the following important points regarding the rack layout:

 To eliminate any possibility of tipping over, ensure that the equipment rack is securely
fastened to the floor or wall.
 5 RU (17.8 cm [7 in.]) of vertical rack space are required. This dimension includes 1 RU (4.45
cm [1.75 in.]) of clearance above the SystemManager Keyboard/Manager Tray.
 The SystemManager Keyboard/Monitor Tray is placed 71.12 cm (28.0 in.) off the floor. This
tabletop height is ideal for using the SystemManager while seated or standing.
 For the following procedure, use the rack layout in Figure 1–2 for reference.
 If the depth of your rack is less than 30 in. from front to rear between the rack vertical rails,
Harmonic recommends that before racking you trial fit the MediaDeck in your rack to verify
that there will be no interference at the rear when the system chassis is slid fully into the rails.
To rack the MediaDeck system:
1. Ensure that the installation site is properly prepared with adequate power, ventilation and rack
space. Refer to About Site Preparation for details.
2. Ensure that you have a rack mounting kit for the MediaDeck. Follow the instructions included
with the rack mounting kit to mount the MediaDeck.

IMPORTANT: Pay careful attention to the assembly instructions in the rack mounting kit, particularly if
the depth of your rack is less than 30 in.

3. If an Automation System is part of your MediaDeck system, install the Automation System
below the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000. Refer to the documentation supplied with your
automation system for rack mounting details.
4. Install the Ethernet switch (or Ethernet hub) in the equipment rack, or in a location within
close proximity of the rack.

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7000 System

Installing the Disk Drives

For detailed information about the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 disk drives, refer to Spectrum
MediaDeck 7000 Storage Orientation.
To install the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 disk drives:
1. Unpack a disk drive.
2. Press the red release button on the right side of the disk drive to release the handle, as shown
in Figure 1–3.
3. Push the drive into the chassis until the handle begins to close, and then press the handle
until it closes. The handle will click as it closes.

Figure 1–3: Installing a Disk Drive

4. Install the remaining disk drives. Disk drives can be installed in any order.
Continue to the next section to install the bezel of the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000.

Installing the Bezel

To install the bezel of the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000:
1. Unpack the bezel.
2. Align the bezel in front of the chassis so that the front panel display appears in the top-right
corner, and the metal corners of the bezel are level with the rack ears of the chassis.
3. Keeping the corners aligned, press the bezel straight onto the chassis. See Figure 1–4.

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Figure 1–4: Installing the Bezel

4. Hand-tighten the two captive thumb screws to secure the bezel in place.

NOTE: Do not over-tighten the thumb screws.

Installing the MediaPortand ChannelPort Modules

To install a MediaPort or ChannelPort module:
1. Unpack the module.
2. There may be a filler panel covering the module slot on the rear panel of the Mediadeck. If so,
unscrew the two screws that secure the filler panel on and remove the filler panel.

Figure 1–5: Remove Filler Panel

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3. Grasp the module handle and push firmly into the slot. Ensure the module is fully inserted by
pressing on the connectors with the palm of your hand.

CAUTION: Do not use the two lock screws on the rear panel of the module to pull it into position.
Tighten the screws only after the module is fully inserted.

4. Tighten the two lock screws on the rear panel of the module to secure it to the chassis.

Figure 1–6: Install Module

5. If installing two modules, repeat steps 1-4 for the second module.

Installing the SystemManager Platform or Client PC

The SystemManager application, used to operate and configure the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000,
comes pre-installed on the SystemManager Platform. The software-only version of
SystemManager can be installed and run on your own client PC. Refer to the Harmonic
SystemManager Installation Guide for instructions on installing the SystemManager Platform or
installing the software-only version of SystemManager on a client PC. When you have finished
installing SystemManager, continue to Connecting your Gigabit Ethernet Network.

Connecting your Gigabit Ethernet Network

This section provides instructions for connecting Gigabit Ethernet between the Spectrum
MediaDeck 7000, the SystemManager Platform, and your file transfer system, using an Ethernet
switch or hub. For detailed information about the SystemManager Platform, refer to the Harmonic
SystemManager Installation Guide.

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IMPORTANT: Check with your network administrator before connecting to your Ethernet network.

An Ethernet switch is required if your Harmonic system includes applications that are optimized
by Gigabit Ethernet (such as archiving and editing). Otherwise, an Ethernet hub is sufficient.
For the following connections, Harmonic recommends that you use a CAT 5e or CAT 6 Ethernet
cable. Do not use a crossover cable or adapter.
To connect to SystemManager:
1. Ensure that an Ethernet switch with Gigabit uplink capability has been installed in your
equipment rack.
2. Attach an Ethernet cable to the LAN1 port on the SystemManager Platform or an open LAN
port on your client PC. Attach the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet switch (see
Figure 1–7).

NOTE: Do not use the LAN2 port on the SystemManager Platform unless you have configured
SystemManager as a client, or you are using the NSM-2003. Refer to the Harmonic SystemManager
Installation Guide for details.

3. Attach an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on one of the MediaPort 7000 or ChannelPort
modules (the middle RJ45 port), and then attach the other end to an open port on the
Ethernet switch (see Figure 1–7). The MediaDeck uses DHCP to obtain an IP address, or an IP
address can be assigned to it statically.
To connect to a file transfer system (recommended):
4. Attach an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet switch, and then attach the other end to the LAN
port on your file transfer system (see Figure 1–7). Your file transfer system may be any system
you use for editing or network storage. The Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 supports file transfers
using FTP, SAMBA, and AFP protocols.
5. Attach an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the second MediaPort 7000 or ChannelPort
module, and then attach the other end to an open port on the Ethernet switch (see Figure 1–7).

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MediaPort 7000 or ChannelPort Modules Rear Panel

RS-422 Ethernet Unused

3 5
File Transfer System Rear Panel
Gigabit Ethernet Switch
4 2
LAN
8 7 6 5 3 1

4 2

NSM 2007, 2007K SystemManager Platform Rear Panel

Gb 1 Gb 2

NIC 1

Figure 1–7: Connecting your Gigabit Ethernet Network

Connecting a MediaPort 7000 to an Automation System (Optional)

This section provides instructions for connecting a MediaPort 7000 module to an optional
automation system. For instructions on connecting a ChannelPort to automation, refer to
Connecting a ChannelPort Module to an Automation System (Optional).
All automation systems differ in their array of control connectors and their methods of interfacing
with the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000. The following sections provide one example. Refer to your
Automation System’s Installation Guide for interconnection details.
Figure 1–8 assumes that the automation system includes multiple RS-422 ports. Use Figure 1–8 for
reference during the procedure.

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MediaPort 7000 Module

RS-422
Port A/B

RJ45 Male to Record

DB-9 Female Splitter

Automation System Rear Panel

Play Play Record

422 422
(3) (1)
PVW
VTR

422 422
(4) (2)

Figure 1–8: MediaPort 7000 Sample Automation System

To connecta MediaPort 7000 module to an automation system:

1. On the automation system chassis, ensure that you have properly connected the mouse, the
keyboard, and the SVGA monitor (all customer-supplied, or supplied with the automation
system).
2. Connect your facility LAN to the Automation System’s Ethernet port if applicable.
3. Locate the RJ45/DB-9 Splitter Cable supplied with the Spectrum MediaDeck list of
accessories. Customer-supplied cables include two DB-9 Male to DB-9 Male extension
cables.
4. Attach the RJ45 connector of the RJ45/DB-9 Splitter Cable to the RS-422 A/B port on the
MediaPort 7000 module. This will be the Record and Play port.
5. Attach the DB-9 connector (labeled A in Figure 1–8) from the RJ45/DB-9 Splitter Cable to a
customer-supplied DB-9 Male to Male extension cable. Then connect the other end of the
extension cable to the Record port of the automation system chassis (Port 1 in Figure 1–8).
6. Attach the other DB-9 connector (labeled B in Figure 1–8) from the same RJ45/DB-9 Splitter
Cable to a customer-supplied DB-9 Male to Male extension cable. Then connect the other
end of the extension cable to the Play port of the Automation System chassis (Port 3 in
Figure 1–8).

NOTE: The RS-422 port assignments on your automation system may differ. Please review your
automation system’s User Guide for full instructions.

7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 for the second MediaPort Module in your Spectrum MediaDeck
7000.

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8. Using a customer-supplied DB-9 Male to DB-9 Male extension cable, connect the VTR port
on the Automation System chassis (Port 4 in Figure 1–8) to the RS-422 Remote port on your
acquisition VTR.

Connecting a ChannelPort Module to an Automation System

(Optional)
The ChannelPort module uses GPIO pin assignments to control graphics automation. Refer to
GPIO/RS-422 Connector Signal Assignments for more information on GPIO pin assignments.
All automation systems differ in their array of control connectors and their methods of interfacing
with the ChannelPort. The following sections provide one example. Refer to your Automation
System’s Installation Guide for interconnection details.

Automation System Rear Panel

ChannelPort Module GPIO Graphics 1 Graphics 2

422 422
(3) (1)

Play 1 Play 1 Play 2 Play 2

422 422
RS-422 (4) (2)
RJ45 Male to
Port A/B
DB-9 Female Splitter

Figure 1–9: ChannelPort Sample Automation System

To connect a ChannelPort module to an automation system:

1. On the automation system chassis, ensure that you have properly connected the mouse, the
keyboard, and the SVGA monitor (all customer-supplied, or supplied with the automation
system).
2. Connect your facility LAN to the Automation System’s Ethernet port if applicable.
3. Locate the RJ45/DB-9 Splitter Cable supplied with the Spectrum MediaDeck list of
accessories. Customer-supplied cables include two DB-9 Male to DB-9 Male extension
cables.
4. Attach the RJ45 connector of the RJ45/DB-9 Splitter Cable to the RS-422 A/B port on the
ChannelPort module. This will be the Play 1 and Play 2 port.
5. Attach the DB-9 connector (labeled A in Figure 1–9) from the RJ45/DB-9 Splitter Cable to a
customer-supplied DB-9 Male to Male extension cable. Then connect the other end of the
extension cable to the Play 1 port of the automation system chassis (Play 1 in Figure 1–9).
6. Attach the other DB-9 connector (labeled B in Figure 1–9) from the same RJ45/DB-9 Splitter
Cable to a customer-supplied DB-9 Male to Male extension cable. Then connect the other
end of the extension cable to the Play 2 port of the Automation System chassis (Play 2 in
Figure 1–9).

NOTE: The RS-422 port assignments on your automation system may differ. Please review your
automation system’s user guide for full instructions.

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7. Using a GPIO cable, connect the GPIO on the ChannelPort module to a DB-9 splitter cable.
Connect the DB-9 connections to the graphics control ports on the automation system
(Graphics 1 and Graphics 2 in Figure 1–9).

Connecting Reference Video

This section provides instructions for connecting reference video to the Spectrum MediaDeck
7000.

IMPORTANT: Make sure to always connect reference video to at least one MediaPort or ChannelPort
module on the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000. Failure to connect reference video may result in errors. Note
that two MediaPort 7000 or ChannelPort modules can share reference video as long as it is connected to
one module.

You may connect a different type of reference (525 or 625) to each MediaPort or ChannelPort
module and the system will automatically select the correct reference type for each attached
player. Use for Figure 1–10 for reference during the procedure.

MediaPort 7000 or ChannelPort Module

Reference Reference

1 2
75 Ohm
Termination
(or loop to
next device)

Figure 1–10: Connecting Reference Video

To connect reference video to the MediaDeck:

1. Connect reference video to one of the Reference connectors (see Figure 1–10).
2. Connect a75 Ohm BNC terminator to the other Reference connector to terminate it, or
connect it to the next device in line that requires reference video (see Figure 1–10).

NOTE: Termination must be applied to the last device in the loop.

3. If required, configure VITC lines using the SystemManager. For certain automation systems,
VITC timecode on the reference video line allows the system to run accurately.
For complete instructions, refer to “Changing MediaDirector Clock Reference VITC Lines” in the
Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.

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Connecting a ChannelPort to an Emergency Alert System (Optional)

You can use the ChannelPort module to provide support for an Emergency Alert System (EAS).
The ChannelPort provides the graphics and audio functions required by an EAS.
The ChannelPort module currently supports either the TFT* EAS 911T or the Sage* Digital
ENDEC. To connect an EAS encoder/decoder to the ChannelPort module, first connect the GPIO/
RS-422 and EAS connectors on the ChannelPort module as shown in the following sections, and
then assign GPIO/RS-422 pins and configure event management using SystemManager. Refer to
“ChannelPort Configuration” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for more information.
Choose from one of the following:
 Connecting to a Sage Digital ENDEC
 Connecting to a TFT EAS 911T Encoder/Decoder

Connecting to a Sage Digital ENDEC

Figure 1–11 shows an overview of a sample EAS installation using a ChannelPort module and a
Sage Digital ENDEC.

Sage Digital ENDEC Main Audio Out

Digital Audio Out

Rly 4 Dec Rly D in 1 Com 2

RS-232 to RS-422
Converter
Send Alert In

GPI Alert Available Out

ChannelPort Module
Automation System

AES Audio In

Reference In/Out

Figure 1–11: Overview of Sample EAS Installation with Sage Digital ENDEC

Figure 1–12 shows a detailed view of a sample EAS installation using a ChannelPort module and a
Sage Digital ENDEC.

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Sage Digital ENDEC

Digital Audio
In Out

Dec Rly
Dec Rly
Rly 4
Rly 4

Gnd
D in 1
Com 2

Ground
RS-422 to RS-232
AES Audio, Converter
Locked to
Reference

3 2 1
12 11
24 23 22

ChannelPort
Module
AES Audio IN

SDI Out
Reference In/Out

Figure 1–12: Detailed View of Sample Installation with Sage Digital ENDEC

Table 1–1 explains the pin signals and assignments used in Figure 1–12. For a description of each
pin on the GPIO/RS-422 connector, refer to GPIO/RS-422 Connector Signal Assignments.
Table 1–1: GPIO/RS-422 Pin Signals and Assignments

Pin Signal Assignment

1 Ground Ground on Com 2

connector

2 RS422_RX0_N

3 RS422_RX0_P Receive/Transmit
on Com 2
11 RS422_TX0_P connector

10 RS422_TX0_N

22 GPI 3 D in 1

23 GPI 4 Decoder Relay

24 GPI 5 Relay 4

When connecting RS-422 pins from the GPIO/RS-422 connector, make sure the polarity
matches. For example, always connect the Rx+ signal to Tx+ and, likewise, connect the Rx- signal
to Tx-.

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Configuring the Sage Digital ENDEC

Please note that in a typical configuration for a Sage ENDEC, an amplifier may be required to
boost the audio output from the PC.
Use the front panel of the Sage Digital ENDEC to configure the following:
 Relay Configuration:
 Relay 4: Delay Post CGEN, 0, End
 Decoder Relay: Ready
 Main Configuration:
 Override Input (D In Use): Active Closed, Hold
 Incoming Filter:
In order to hold off alerts they should be associated with “Timed Relay.” This gives the operator a
period of time to cancel relaying the alert before it is sent. In this mode, the forwarding of an alert
is gated by the override input (D In 1) which allows automation to control when an alert is inserted
into program material. The Hold Time can be set to 0 to make it immediately relay the alert
(subject to the hold-off input).
“Timed Ignore” provides the operator opportunity to manually relay the alert or else it will be
ignored. Relaying the alert is subject to the hold-off input.
 Timed Relay, Hold 0: Send immediately, hold-off enabled
 Timed Relay, Hold n: Send after n minutes, hold-off enabled
 Timed Ignore, Hold n: Ignore after n minutes, hold-off enabled
 Automatic Relay: Send immediately, ignore hold-off
 Log Only: Ignore alert
 Device:
 Com 2: Generic CGEN, 9600 baud
 Digital Audio:
 External Clock: The AES input to the ChannelPort must be synchronized to reference.
 For more information on configuring the Sage Digital ENDEC, refer to the documentation that
came with your Sage device.

Connecting to a TFT EAS 911T Encoder/Decoder

Figure 1–13 shows an overview of a sample EAS installation using a ChannelPort module and a TFT
EAS 911T.

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TFT EAS 911T

Com 2

Audio
Output

ON-AIR

RS-232 to RS-422
Converter

Send Alert In
GPI
Alert Available Out
ChannelPort Module

Automation System

Analog to AES Converter

AES Audio In

Reference In/Out

Figure 1–13: Overview of Sample EAS Installation with TFT EAS 911T

Figure 1–14 shows a detailed view of a sample EAS installation using a ChannelPort module and a
TFT EAS 911T.

SDI Out

ChannelPort Module

3 2 1
12 11
22

Analog to AES
Converter
Reference In

RS-422 to
AES Audio In RS-232
Reference In/Out Converter

TFT EAS 911T

Com 2

Audio
Output
GND
ON-AIR

Ground

Figure 1–14: Detailed View of Sample Installation with TFT EAS 911T

Table 1–2 explains the pin signals and assignments used in Figure 1–14. For a description of each
pin on the GPIO/RS-422 connector, refer to GPIO/RS-422 Connector Signal Assignments.

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Table 1–2: GPIO Pin Signals and Assignments

Pin Signal Assignment

1 Ground Ground on Com 2

connector

2 RS422_RX0_N

3 RS422_RX0_P Receive/Transmit
on Com 2 connector
11 RS422_TX0_P

10 RS422_TX0_N

22 GPI 3 On-Air

When connecting RS-422 pins from the GPIO/RS-422 connector, make sure the polarity
matches. For example, always connect the Rx+ signal to Tx+ and, likewise, connect the Rx- signal
to Tx-.

Configuring the TFT EAS 911T

Please note the following about the typical configuration of the TFT EAS 911T.
Use the front panel of the TFT EAS 911T to configure the following:
 Enable Char Gen Interface: Set to STD.
For more information on configuring the TFT EAS 911T, refer to the documentation that came with
your device.

Connecting Audio and Video I/O

This section provides instructions for connecting audio and video signals to the Spectrum
MediaDeck 7000.
For detailed information about the MediaPort 7000 series module or ChannelPort modules, refer
to MediaPort Module Orientation. and ChannelPort Module Orientation.

Connecting Audio and Video I/O to the MediaPort 7000 Module

Use Figure 1–15 for reference during the procedure.

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1 2 3 4 5 6
MediaPort 7000 Module

7 8 9 10 11 12

1. HD/SD SDI IN Channel A 7. LTC IN Channel A

2. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel A (Primary) 8. LTC OUT Channel A
3. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel A (Secondary) 9. LTC IN Channel B
4. HD/SD SDI IN Channel B 10. LTC OUT Channel B
5. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel B (Primary) 11. Reference Loop
6. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel B (Secondary) 12. Reference Loop
Figure 1–15: Connecting Audio and Video I/O to the MediaDeck Module 7000 Series

To connect audio and video:

1. Using coaxial cables, connect HD/SD SDI IN Channels A, B to HD or SD-SDI video devices
such as an SDI routing switcher or a VTR.
2. Using coaxial cables, connect HD/SD SDI OUT Channels A, B to HD or SD-SDI video devices
such as an SDI routing switcher or a VTR.
3. Using a coaxial cable, connect the LTC IN Channels A, B to the LTC output of a source device
or the LTC output of a timecode generator.
4. Using a coaxial cable, connect the LTC OUT Channels A, B to the LTC input of a destination
device.

Connecting Audio and Video I/O to the ChannelPort Module

Use Figure 1–16 for reference during the procedure.

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1 2 3 4 5 6
ChannelPort Module

7 8 9 10 11 12

1. HD/SD SDI IN Channel A 7. AES Audio IN Channel A

2. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel A (Primary) 8. LTC OUT Channel A
3. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel A (Secondary) 9. AES Audio IN Channel B
4. HD/SD SDI IN Channel B 10. LTC OUT Channel B
5. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel B (Primary) 11. Reference Loop
6. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel B (Secondary) 12. Reference Loop

Figure 1–16: Connecting Audio and Video I/O to the ChannelPort Module

To connect audio and video:

1. Using coaxial cables, connect HD/SD SDI IN Channels A, B to HD or SD-SDI video devices
such as an SDI routing switcher.
2. Using coaxial cables, connect HD/SD SDI OUT Channels A, B to HD or SD-SDI video devices
such as an SDI routing switcher.
3. Using a coaxial cable, connect the AES IN Channels A, B to the AES output of an EAS
decoder.
4. Using a coaxial cable, connect the LTC OUT Channels A, B to the LTC input of a destination
device.

Connecting AC Cords
With all audio, video, control, and communication connections completed, connect AC as follows.

IMPORTANT: Do not turn on any equipment yet.

To connect AC to a Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 System:

1. If you are connecting to an Automation System, make sure the Automation System’s power
switch is off. Connect AC cords to the Automation System’s AC connector.
2. The MediaDeck does not have any power switches. To take full advantage of the dual
redundant power supplies on the MediaDeck, ensure that separate, isolated power sources
are available. Connect AC cords to the two AC connectors on the MediaDeck.

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Figure 1–17: Connecting AC Power

Do not plug the AC cords into AC power sources yet. Connecting to an AC power source will turn
on the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000.
3. Make sure that the power switch for the SystemManager Platform or Client PC is off, and that
the power switch for the Keyboard/Monitor Tray is off as well. Attach an AC cord to the AC
connector on your SystemManager Platform or Client PC and also your SystemManager
Keyboard/Monitor Tray.
4. Connect an AC cord to the AC connector on the Ethernet switch (or hub). Do not plug the AC
cord into an AC power source yet.
Continue to Powering up a System for power-up instructions.

Powering up a System
IMPORTANT: Follow all steps in the order given.

To power up your Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 system:

1. Apply power to the Ethernet hub or switch.
2. Apply power to the SystemManager Platform and the Keyboard/Monitor Tray, or client PC.
3. From the SystemManager Platform, log on to Microsoft* Windows* with the user name:
Administrator, and the password: omneon. Both entries are case sensitive.
NOTE: If an error message appears indicating that a network connection is missing, click OK and
continue with the power-up sequence.

4. If you have installed SystemManager on a client PC, log on to your client PC.
5. Apply power to the MediaDeck by connecting the AC cords to the separate power sources.
6. Check the port status display on the MediaDeck front panel and verify there are no problems.
Refer to Port Status Display for details. Note that the File System and RAID status LEDs will blink
light blue until a file system and RAID set are created.
7. Apply power to the (optional) automation system.
After powering up your system, you can verify connectivity using a color bar output generator that
can be enabled via the LCD panel on the front of the MediaDeck 7000. Refer to Activating the Color
Bar Generator to Verify Connectivity for instructions.
Continue to Getting Started with SystemManager to log in and begin using the SystemManager
application.

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Getting Started with SystemManager
This section provides instructions for running the SystemManager application, and information on
using SystemManager. Read the following sections in order:
 Running SystemManager
 Logging on to the SystemManager Application
 Verifying Your Release
 Using SystemManager and Configuring the MediaDeck
 ChannelPort Configuration Overview

Running SystemManager
SystemManager application comes pre-installed on the SystemManager Platform. However, if you
need to re-install the SystemManager software or update the system with a new version of
software, refer to the Harmonic SystemManager Installation Guide for detailed information on
performing the upgrade or reinstalling the software.
This section provides instructions for running the SystemManager application on the
SystemManager Platform or client PC, or verifying that the application has automatically started.
This procedure is required the first time the SystemManager application is run. When the
SystemManager Platform is started from this point forward, the application runs automatically.

NOTE: The following instructions may vary depending on whether you are using “Classic View” or
“Category View” in Windows.

To run the SystemManager application:

1. Boot up the SystemManager Platform or client PC as described in the documentation
provided with it.
2. From the desktop, click Start > Settings > Control Panel to display the Control Panel dialog
box.
3. From the Control Panel, double-click the Administrative Tools column to display the
Administrative Tools dialog box.
4. From the Administrative Tools dialog box, double-click the Services icon to display the
Services dialog box.
5. From the Services dialog box, click on the SystemManager line to highlight it.
6. Check the Status column to see if the SystemManager’s status is Started.
7. If the status is Started, skip to step 12; the procedure is complete. If the status is blank,
continue with step 8.
8. On the Action menu, click Properties to display the SystemManager Properties dialog box.
9. Click the Startup Type drop-down box and select Automatic from the list.
10. Click Start.
11. Click OK to close the dialog box and return to the Services dialog box.
12. Click the X button at the upper right to close the dialog box.

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At this point, the SystemManager application is started as a service. It will now start up
automatically from this point forward.

Logging on to the SystemManager Application

This section provides instructions for logging in to the SystemManager application using Internet
Explorer browser. Use this procedure to access the SystemManager and control Harmonic
devices from both local and remote computers. The SystemManager application does not have to
be installed on the local or remote PC in order to log in.
A valid license is required to operate the SystemManager application on either a SystemManager
Platform or a customer-supplied PC. Refer to “Obtaining and Installing a SystemManager License
File” in the Harmonic SystemManager Installation Guide for detailed instructions on obtaining and
installing a license file for use on the SystemManager hardware. You should have already installed
the license file before logging on to the SystemManager application.
To log on:
1. From your SystemManager Platform or client PC, double click the Internet Explorer icon to
launch Internet Explorer.
2. If the SystemManager Login dialog does not appear automatically, there are two different
ways to log in, depending upon the computer’s location:
 For the SystemManager Platform or client PC itself, in the address bar type:
http://localhost/
 For any other PC, in the address bar type the name (or IP address) of the SystemManager
Platform. This name (or address) can be obtained from your system administrator. For
example:
http://Managerpc/
3. Press Enter. to display the SystemManager Login (Figure 2–1).

Figure 2–1: SystemManager Login

4. Click the Login button to display the Enter Network Password dialog.
 Enter the User Name: Administrator

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 Enter the Password (case sensitive): omneon

5. Click OK to display the Configuration tab. The Spectrum - System Diagram page is
displayed by default. For information on the Spectrum System Diagram, refer to “Viewing the
Components of a Spectrum System” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.
If a valid SystemManager License file is not installed and available for the SystemManager, a
message appears indicating, “License not available,” the application will be inoperable. In this
case, refer to “Obtaining and Installing a SystemManager License File” and “Configuring FLEXlm
License Server Data” in the Harmonic SystemManager Installation Guide instructions.

Verifying Your Release

After logging into SystemManager and before commencing system operation, verify the following:
 The SystemManager version is the same as shown on the title page of the Release Notes.
Click the Help tab to view the SystemManager version.
 The Firmware Selection is the same as the Firmware Build shown on the title page of the
Release Notes. Click the Home tab, and then click Firmware Selection in the left-hand column
(ignore any digits after the build date).
 The Upgrade Firmware page shows the current firmware for all Spectrum MediaDeck 7000s
and MediaPort Modules to have the same build date as the Firmware Build shown on the title
page of the Release Notes. Click the Home tab, and then click Upgrade Firmware in the left-
hand column (ignore any digits after the build date).
If you need to upgrade the software, refer to the Harmonic SystemManager Installation Guide for
detailed information on performing the upgrade. If you need to upgrade the firmware, refer to
Upgrading Firmware. For instructions on accessing the latest documentation, such as the Release
Notes, refer to Spectrum Documentation Suite.

Using SystemManager and Configuring the MediaDeck

This section includes references to the relevant procedures in the Harmonic SystemManager User
Guide that you will need to perform to begin using your Spectrum MediaDeck.

Viewing the Components of a MediaDeck

For information on viewing the components of a MediaDeck, refer to “Viewing the Components of
a Spectrum System” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.

NOTE: If your MediaDeck does not appear automatically in the System Diagram, refer to “Connecting a
Device from a Different IP Network” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions on adding
the MediaDeck. The MediaDeck must be visible in SystemManager before you create a file system and RAID
set.

Note that the following terms are interchangeable within SystemManager:

 MediaDeck information is sometimes displayed as MediaDirector information.
 MediaPort Module information is displayed as MediaPort information.
 MediaDeck Storage information is sometimes displayed as MediaStore information.

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Creating a File System and RAID Set

To begin using your MediaDeck, you must first create a file system and RAID set. The best way to
do this is to use the One-Click Functions in SystemManager. Follow the instructions in “Using
One-Click Functions” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.

Verifying the System Diagram and Components

To verify the proper connection of individual components, view the Spectrum - System Diagram
page. Verify that all devices appear online.

NOTE: The following steps assume that a file system has been created and initialized. Refer to
“MediaDirector and MediaDeck 7000 File System One-Click Functions” in the Harmonic SystemManager
User Guide for instructions.

To verify the system components:

1. For each device, the following sequence of labels will typically appear:
 Configuring
 Connected
2. Please verify that all devices are Connected.
3. To check the MediaDeck Storage, refer to “Viewing General File System Information” in the
Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.
4. Verify the following:
 Verify that the number of enclosures, drives, RAID sets, and file systems are correctly
shown for your configuration.
 In the Physical View section, verify that the MediaDeck Storage displays the correct
number of drives followed by an OK status.
 In the Logical View section, verify that all RAID sets are Viable and that the file system is
in the Started state.
5. Make a note of specific properties for the MediaDeck. Refer to “Viewing Spectrum Video
Server Properties” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions on viewing
MediaDeck properties.
 Make a note of the host IP address.
 Make a note of the MediaDeck serial number and firmware version.
6. Make a note of specific parameters for each MediaPort Module. Refer to “Viewing MediaPort
Properties” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions on viewing
MediaPort Module properties.
 For each MediaPort Module, make a note of the MediaPort Module’s firmware version. If
desired, press File > Print in your browser’s Menu Bar to print the entire page.
7. Make a note of specific parameters for the SystemManager:
 Click the Help tab to display the Version page. Make a note of the various software
versions for future reference.

Creating a Player
For instructions on creating a player and attaching the player to a device, refer to “Creating a
Player” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.

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Installing and Using ClipTool™

For instructions on installing and operating the Windows version of ClipTool, refer to “ClipTool
Installation and Configuration” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.

Configuring the MediaDeck

Refer to the following sections for information on configuring the MediaDeck and viewing
MediaDeck components:
 To view MediaDeck properties, refer to “Viewing Spectrum Video Server Properties” in the
Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.
 To configure network settings, refer to “Configuring Network Settings on the MediaDirector
2202/2201, MediaCenter, and MediaDeck 7000” in the Harmonic SystemManager User
Guide.
 To connect to an Omneon MediaGrid system, refer to “Connecting to an Omneon MediaGrid
from the MediaDirector 2202/2201, MediaCenter, and MediaDeck 7000” in the Harmonic
SystemManager User Guide.
 To configure access control settings, refer to “Configuring Access Control Settings for
MediaDirectors 2202/2201, MediaCenters, and MediaDecks 7000” in the Harmonic
SystemManager User Guide.
 For information on configuring MediaPort Modules, refer to “MediaPort and MediaPort
Module Configuration” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.
 For information on viewing storage properties and configuring storage, refer to “Spectrum
Storage Configuration” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.
 For information on configuring the file system, refer to “Spectrum Video Server File System
Maintenance” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.
 For information on configuring Video Server Services such as Onboard Playout Control and
Playout Channels, refer to “Video Server Services” in the Harmonic SystemManager User
Guide.

ChannelPort Configuration Overview

The ChannelPort module has two channels that can play graphics. You may want to configure the
first channel to use FXTool to preview graphics in real time and PreviewTool to preview graphics
on a timeline. You may want to configure the second channel for live, on-air graphics playout. The
channel you dedicate to FXTool and PreviewTool cannot play graphics live on air.
PreviewTool works in coordination with a ChannelPort “Playout Channel” running on the
MediaDeck 7000 that you configure using SystemManager. PreviewTool uses the Playout Channel
to retrieve clips from the clips directory and templates from the graphics directory on the
MediaDeck 7000. When a ChannelPort channel is configured for live, on-air graphics playout, an
automation system retrieves playout information from the ChannelPort. Note that the MediaDeck
7000 has 4 Playout Channels running on it and each ChannelPort channel can be connected to
one Playout Channel.
The following sections provide an overview of the ChannelPort configuration steps:
 Configuring ChannelPort to Preview Graphics with FXTool and PreviewTool
 Configuring ChannelPort to Play Graphics Live On Air
 Configuring a ChannelPort Channel for Onboard Playout Control

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 Determining the ChannelPort Port Number

 Creating the Graphics Directory on the Video Server
 Renaming the Graphics Directory Folder (Optional)
For detailed information about using the ChannelPort tools, refer to the Spectrum ChannelPort
Tools User Guide. For information on template authoring, refer to the Spectrum ChannelPort
Template Authoring Guide.

Configuring ChannelPort to Preview Graphics with FXTool and PreviewTool

Please read the following configuration overview before using ChannelPort to preview graphics
with FXTool and PreviewTool.
1. Refer to the Spectrum ChannelPort Template Authoring Guide for information on creating
graphic templates that can be played on the ChannelPort and for instructions on installing
and using FXTool and PreviewTool. If you are running Spectrum 7.1 or later, continue to step 3
2. For systems with Spectrum 7.0 only: Create the default graphics directory on your video
server. Refer to Creating the Graphics Directory on the Video Server.
3. In SystemManager, create a player and attach it to the ChannelPort. Refer to “Player
Configuration” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions.
4. In SystemManager, activate the player you attached to the ChannelPort. Refer to “Player
Configuration” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions.
5. In SystemManager, configure the ChannelPort channel. Refer to “Configuring a ChannelPort
Channel” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions.
6. In SystemManager, configure the ChannelPort Playout Channel. Refer to “Configuring a
Playout Channel” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions.
7. Configure FXTool. Refer to “Using FXTool” in the Spectrum ChannelPort Tools User Guide for
instructions.
8. Configure PreviewTool. Refer to “Using PreviewTool” in the Spectrum ChannelPort Tools User
Guide for instructions.

Configuring ChannelPort to Play Graphics Live On Air

Please read the following configuration overview before configuring ChannelPort to play graphics
live on air.
1. Refer to the Spectrum ChannelPort Template Authoring Guide for information on creating
graphic templates that can be played on the ChannelPort. If you are running Spectrum 7.1 or
later, continue to step 3.
2. For systems with Spectrum 7.0 only: Create the default graphics directory on your video
server. Refer to Creating the Graphics Directory on the Video Server.
3. In SystemManager, create a player and attach it to the ChannelPort. Refer to “Player
Configuration” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions.
4. In SystemManager, activate the player you attached to the ChannelPort. Refer to “Player
Configuration” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions.
5. In SystemManager, configure the ChannelPort channel. Refer to “Configuring a ChannelPort
Channel” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions.
6. If you are connecting ChannelPort to an EAS, refer to “Configuring a ChannelPort Channel” in
the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions.
7. If your automation system connects to the ChannelPort via serial port, configure the serial
port settings. Refer to “Configuring a ChannelPort Channel” in the Harmonic SystemManager
User Guide for instructions

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8. If your automation system connnects via a network connection, locate the port number using
Table 2–1. You will need this port number to configure your automation system.

Configuring a ChannelPort Channel for Onboard Playout Control

Please read the following configuration overview before configuring a ChannelPort channel for
Onboard Playout Control. For information about Onboard Playout Control, see “About Onboard
Playout Control” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.
1. Refer to the Spectrum ChannelPort Template Authoring Guide for information on creating
graphic templates that can be played on the ChannelPort. Refer to the Spectrum ChannelPort
Tools User Guide for instructions on installing and using FXTool and PreviewTool.
2. In SystemManager, create the player you wish to use for OPC and configure it to use
“Harmonic Playout” for Control. Refer to “Initial Player Configuration” in the SystemManager
User Guide for instructions.
3. In SystemManager, attach the player to the ChannelPort and then activate it. Refer to
“Attaching Players” and “Changing the Player State: Activating and Deactivating, Enabling and
Disabling” in the SystemManager User Guide for instructions.
4. In SystemManager, configure the ChannelPort channel. Refer to “Configuring a ChannelPort
Channel” in the SystemManager User Guide for instructions.
5. If you are connecting ChannelPort to an EAS, refer to “Configuring a ChannelPort Channel” in
the SystemManager User Guide for instructions.
6. In SystemManager, enable the Traffic and Billing service for the corresponding video server.
Refer to “Enabling the Traffic and Billing Service” in the SystemManager User Guide.
7. In SystemManager, configure the Playout Channel for Onboard Playout Control by selecting
“Playout” for the Channel Type on the Playout Channel Properties page. Configure other
Playout Channel settings as needed. Refer to “Configuring a Playout Channel” in the
SystemManager User Guide.
8. If you are using the Media Fetch service, enable Media Fetch on the Playout Channel
Properties page and then configure the Media Fetch settings. Refer to “Configuring the Media
Fetch Service” in the SystemManager User Guide for instructions.
9. Refer to the Spectrum Onboard Playout Control and PlayoutTool User Guide for information
about creating playlists and installing and using the PlayoutTool.

Determining the ChannelPort Port Number

If you are using a ChannelPort to preview graphics with FXTool or using it with an automation
system, you will need to identify the port number for the ChannelPort channel you wish to use.
Note that FXTool and automation systems use different protocols—FXTool uses “Network
Automation” and most automation systems use “Serial Automation.” Refer to Table 2–1 to identify
the necessary port for use with FXTool or automation.
When a ChannelPort module is installed in a MediaDeck 7000, the module on the left (when
looking from the back) is com0, and the module on the right is com1. Each ChannelPort module
supports two channels (A and B). Once you know the Ethernet port that your ChannelPort module
is connected to, and the channel that you will be using for FXTool or automation, refer to Table 2–1
to find the correct port number.

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Table 2–1: ChannelPort Port Numbers

Port Number for Port Number for

Module IP ChannelPort Channel
FXTool Automation

com 0 A 9100 9000

com 0 B 9101 9001

com 1 A 9102 9002

com 1 B 9103 9003

Creating the Graphics Directory on the Video Server

NOTE: If you are running Spectrum 7.1 or later, this procedure is not necessary. The graphics directory is
created automatically with the video server file system.

By default, the ChannelPort looks for graphic files in gfx.dir on the video server file system. With
Spectrum software release 7.0, you must manually create the gfx.dir graphics directory on your
video server file system. It is not created automatically.

IMPORTANT: SystemManager does not verify if the graphics directory exists on the video server file
system. Therefore, it will not provide any error messages if the directory does not exist.

To create gfx.dir:
1. From SystemManager, click the Disk Utilities icon in the left-hand column to open the Disk
Utilities page.
2. From the Disk Utilities page, click the hyperlink for your video server to open the
corresponding Disk Utilities page.
3. In the Logical View area, click the Explore Filesystem file://... link. to open the file system for
your video server.
4. When prompted, enter the user name and password for your video server file system. The
root directory of the video server file system will appear in a new Explorer window.
Note that if the root directory does not appear or a message appears indicating the browser
is unable to connect, you may need to add the IP address of your SystemManager to the list
of trusted sites in Internet Explorer. In this case, do the following:
 From Internet Explorer, click Tools > Internet Options > Security > Trusted Sites > Sites
to open the Trusted sites dialog box.
 In the Add this website to the zone field, enter your SystemManager IP address
(preceded by “http://”), and then click Add.
 Click Close and then click OK. Retry the Explore Filesystem link.
5. Using Windows Explorer, create a new folder named gfx.dir on the root directory of the file
system. See Figure 2–2.

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Figure 2–2: Creating gfx.dir

Renaming the Graphics Directory Folder (Optional)

If you wish to name the graphics directory something other than gfx.dir, you must modify the
properties page for each ChannelPort channel to direct it to the new location for your graphic
templates.

IMPORTANT: SystemManager does not verify if graphics directory indicated on the ChannelPort Channel
Properties page exists on the video server file system. Therefore, it will not provide any error messages if
the directory does not exist.

To configure the new graphics directory folder name in SystemManager:

1. Click the Configuration tab to display the Configuration page and System Diagram.
2. Click the link or icon for your ChannelPort to open the ChannelPort Properties page.
3. Click the ChannelPort Channel A or ChannelPort Channel B button to open the properties
page for that channel.
4. In the Effect Configuration area, locate the Effects Folder field, and type the new name of
the graphics directory.

Figure 2–3: Effects Folder

5. Click Apply, and then click Done.

6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 for the remaining ChannelPort channel.

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Upgrading Firmware
This section provides instructions for upgrading the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000, MediaPort or
ChannelPort module, and disk drive firmware. Choose from the following:
 Upgrading MediaPort or ChannelPort Module Firmware
 Upgrading Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Firmware
 Verifying Disk Drive Firmware
 Upgrading Disk Drive Firmware
 Handling Device Upgrade Failures
 Replacing Firmware and PCapps Files

NOTE: When upgrading the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000, ensure that no recording or playback is taking
place. Make sure all players are stopped. Also ensure that no file copies or transfers are in progress
internally or on the Ethernet port. Upgrade all MediaDecks at the same time. Before commencing any
player or file activity, verify that all MediaDecks are running the same version of firmware as shown on the
SystemManager's Upgrade Firmware page under the Configuration tab.

Upgrading MediaPort or ChannelPort Module Firmware

Choose from the following two methods to upgrade firmware:
 Upgrade from the MediaPort Properties or ChannelPort Properties Page
 Upgrade from the Upgrade Firmware Page

NOTE: Before upgrading to the latest version of firmware, check with your automation, archival, and
third party software vendors for compatibility information.

Upgrade from the MediaPort Properties or ChannelPort Properties Page

This method allows you to upgrade the selected module only. If you have received a new
SystemManager CD-ROM that includes a specific module upgrade, the Software Installation
instructions must be followed completely. This ensures that new software is placed properly in the
D:\Upgrades directory.
To upgrade firmware using the MediaPort Properties or ChannelPort Properties page:
1. Ensure that no recording or playback is taking place. Ensure that all Players are stopped.
Ensure that no file copies or transfers are in progress, internally or on any Ethernet port.
2. Ensure that the most recent release of SystemManager software has been installed. Refer to
Verifying Your Release for instructions.
3. With the SystemManager software properly installed, log on to the SystemManager
application. Refer to Logging on to the SystemManager Application for instructions.
4. Click the Home tab, and in the left-hand column, click the small Firmware Selection icon to
display the Firmware Selection page. A check box will appear next to the currently installed
firmware version as shown in Figure 3–1.

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Figure 3–1: Selecting the Firmware Version

5. Click the radio button for the desired version of firmware. When the Confirm dialog appears,
click OK.

NOTE: This selection chooses the directory from which firmware upgrade files will be selected. The
selection does not perform the upgrade.

6. Click the Configuration tab.

7. Click the MediaPort or ChannelPort icon for the module whose firmware you want to
upgrade. The MediaPort Properties or ChannelPort Properties page appears.
8. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click Upgrade Firmware. The Upgrade Firmware page
appears.

Figure 3–2: The Upgrade Firmware Page

9. Click Upgrade Device to begin upgrading.

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10. When the upgrade is complete, the following message and reboot buttons appear.

11. Click Reboot Now. The system returns to the MediaPort Properties or ChannelPort
Properties page.

IMPORTANT: Restarting the MediaPort module will cause it to temporarily lose connection to the
network.

Upgrade from the Upgrade Firmware Page

Use the following steps to upgrade MediaPort Module or ChannelPort Module firmware using the
Upgrade Firmware page. This method allows you to upgrade one or more MediaPort Modules or
ChannelPort modules. If you have received a new SystemManager CD-ROM that includes a
specific module upgrade, the Software Installation instructions must be followed completely.
This ensures that new software is placed properly in the D:\Upgrades directory.
To upgrade from the Upgrade Firmware page:
1. Ensure that no recording or playback is taking place. Ensure that all Players are stopped.
Ensure that no file copies or transfers are in progress internally or on any Ethernet port.
2. Ensure that the most recent release of SystemManager software has been installed. Refer to
Verifying Your Release for instructions.
3. With the SystemManager software properly installed, log on to the SystemManager
application. Refer to Logging on to the SystemManager Application for instructions.
4. Click the Home tab, and in the left-hand column, click the small Firmware Selection icon to
display the Firmware Selection page.
5. Click the radio button for the desired version of firmware. When the Confirm dialog appears,
click OK.

NOTE: This selection chooses the directory from which firmware upgrade files will be selected. The
selection does not perform the upgrade.

6. Click the Home tab, and in the left-hand column, click the Upgrade Firmware icon to display
the Upgrade Firmware page.
7. Scroll to the MediaPorts/ChannelPorts/MediaDeck Modules section of the page, shown in
Figure 3–3.

Figure 3–3: Upgrading the MediaDeck Module Firmware

8. Click the check boxes for the modules that you want to upgrade, or click Select all
(recommended). You cannot have different module revisions on the same system.

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9. Click the Upgrade button. A confirmation dialog appears with a list of the selected modules.
10. Click OK to upgrade the selected modules, or click Cancel to exit the procedure safely.
11. When the upgrade process is complete, select the MediaPort or ChannelPort modules again,
and then click the Reboot button. A confirmation dialog appears.
12. Click OK to reboot the selected modules, or click Cancel to exit the procedure safely.

Upgrading Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Firmware

Choose from the following two methods to upgrade MediaDeck firmware:
 Upgrade from the MediaDeck Properties Page
 Upgrade from the Upgrade Firmware Page

NOTE: Before upgrading to the latest version of firmware, check with your automation, archival, and
third party software vendors for compatibility information.

Upgrade from the MediaDeck Properties Page

Use the following steps to upgrade MediaDeck firmware. This method allows you to upgrade the
selected MediaDeck only. If you have received a new SystemManager CD-ROM that includes a
specific MediaDeck upgrade, the Software Installation instructions must be followed completely.
This ensures that new software is placed properly in the D:\Upgrades directory.
To upgrade from the MediaDeck Properties page:
1. Ensure that no recording or playback is taking place. Ensure that all Players are stopped.
Ensure that no file copies or transfers are in progress internally or on any Ethernet port.
Ensure that the most recent release of Harmonic SystemManager software has been installed.
Refer to Verifying Your Release for instructions.
2. With the SystemManager software properly installed, log on to the SystemManager
application. Refer to Logging on to the SystemManager Application for instructions.
3. Click the Home tab, and in the left-hand column, click the Firmware Selection icon to display
the Firmware Selection page.
4. Click the radio button for the desired version of firmware. When the Confirm dialog appears,
click OK.

NOTE: This selection chooses the directory from which firmware upgrade files will be selected. The
selection does not perform the upgrade.

5. Click the Configuration tab.

6. Click the icon for the MediaDeck whose firmware you want to upgrade. The Physical
Configuration page appears.
7. Click the large picture of the MediaDeck to display the MediaDeck Properties page, then
scroll to the bottom and click Upgrade Firmware.
The Upgrade Firmware page appears.

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Figure 3–4: The Upgrade Firmware Page

8. Click Upgrade Device to upgrade the selected MediaDeck, or click Cancel to exit the
procedure. When you click Upgrade Device, the message “Upgrade in Progress” appears.
9. When the upgrade is complete, the page changes to display two reboot buttons.

10. Click Reboot Now. The system returns to the MediaDeck Properties page.

Upgrade from the Upgrade Firmware Page

Use the following steps to upgrade MediaDeck firmware using the Upgrade Firmware page. If
you have received a new SystemManager CD-ROM that includes a specific MediaDeck upgrade,
the Software Installation instructions must be followed completely. This ensures that new
software is placed properly in the D:\Upgrades directory.
To upgrade from the Upgrade Firmware page:
1. Ensure that no recording or playback is taking place. Ensure that all Players are stopped.
Ensure that no file copies or transfers are in progress, internally or on any Ethernet port.
2. Ensure that the most recent release of Harmonic SystemManager software has been installed.
Refer to Verifying Your Release for instructions.
3. With the SystemManager software properly installed, log on to the SystemManager
application. Refer to Logging on to the SystemManager Application for instructions.
4. Click the Home tab.
5. In the left-hand column, click the small Firmware Selection icon to display the Firmware
Selection page.
6. Click the radio button for the desired version of firmware. When the Confirm dialog appears,
click OK.

NOTE: This selection chooses the directory from which firmware upgrade files will be selected. The
selection does not perform the upgrade.

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7. Click the Home tab.

8. In the left-hand column, click the Upgrade Firmware icon to display the Upgrade Firmware
page, as shown in Figure 3–5.

Figure 3–5: Upgrade Firmware page

9. In the MediaDirectors/MediaCenters/MediaDecks section, click the check boxes for the

MediaDecks whose firmware you want to upgrade, or click Select all (recommended). You
cannot have MediaDecks with different revisions on the same system.
Click the Upgrade button. A confirmation dialog appears with a list of the selected MediaDecks.

10. Click OK to upgrade the selected MediaDecks, or click Cancel to exit the procedure safely
without upgrading.
11. When the upgrade process is complete, select the MediaDecks again, and then click the
Reboot button. A confirmation dialog appears.
12. Click OK to reboot the MediaDecks, or click Cancel to exit the procedure safely.

NOTE: Rebooting a MediaDeck stops playback or recording on the MediaDeck.

Verifying Disk Drive Firmware

Follow these steps:
1. Go to the Disk Utilities page for any connected MediaDeck.
2. Click the Upgrade Disk Firmware button.

NOTE: If there is no new firmware available, the Upgrade Disk Firmware button will not be supported.
In this case, you can view the drive firmware version from the Drive Properties page. From the Disk
Utilities page for the MediaDeck, click the icon for a drive to open the Drive Properties page for that
drive, and note the Firmware Rev. Level field.

3. Compare the Firmware Rev. Level and New Firmware Available columns for each drive.
If any drives are running earlier firmware than is available, you must upgrade the disk drive
firmware. Refer to Upgrading Disk Drive Firmware for detailed instructions.

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Upgrading Disk Drive Firmware

Before upgrading disk drive firmware, stop the file system on every Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 in
your system.

NOTE: If there is no new firmware available, the Upgrade Disk Firmware feature in SystemManager
will not be available.

Before starting to upgrade disk drive firmware, do the following checks:

 Verify that startup is complete.
 Ensure that the most recent release of Harmonic SystemManager software has been installed.
Refer to Verifying Your Release for instructions.
If you received a new SystemManager CD-ROM that includes a specific disk drive upgrade,
follow the Verifying Your Release instructions completely to ensure that new software is placed
properly in the D:\Upgrades directory.
 Ensure that no recording or playback is taking place.
 Ensure that all Players are stopped.
 Ensure that no file copies or transfers are in progress, internally or on any Ethernet port.
To upgrade disk drive firmware.
1. With the SystemManager software properly installed, log on to the application. Refer to
Logging on to the SystemManager Application for instructions.
2. On all MediaDecks to which the disk drives are attached, stop all playback and recording
activities, and stop all file systems.
Refer to “Spectrum Video Server File System Maintenance” in the Harmonic SystemManager User
Guide for instructions on stopping the file system.
3. Click the Home tab.
4. Click the Firmware Selection icon to display the Firmware Selection page.
5. Click the radio button for the desired version of firmware. When the Confirm dialog appears,
click OK.

NOTE: This selection chooses the directory from which firmware upgrade files will be selected. The
selection does not perform the upgrade.

6. Click the Configuration tab.

7. Click the Disk Utilities icon to display the Disk Utilities page for all MediaDecks.
8. Click the MediaDeck whose disk drive(s) you want to upgrade. The Disk Utilities page for the
selected MediaDeck appears, as shown in Figure 3–6.

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Figure 3–6: The Disk Utilities Page

9. At the bottom of the page, click Upgrade Disk Firmware.

NOTE: If there is no new firmware available, the Upgrade Disk Firmware feature in SystemManager
will not be supported.

The Upgrade Drive Firmware page for the selected MediaDeck appears.
10. Click the check boxes for the drives whose firmware you want to upgrade, or click Select all
Disks (recommended). You cannot have disks with different revisions within a RAID set.
11. Click the Start Upgrade Firmware button. The Upgrade Disk Drives Now? dialog appears.

12. Click OK to upgrade the selected disk drives, or click Cancel to exit the procedure safely
without upgrading.

Handling Device Upgrade Failures

If a failure occurs when upgrading a device, the SystemManager will generate an Upgrade Failed
alarm. If an Upgrade Failed alarm occurs, the SystemManager will not let you perform another
upgrade until the alarm is cleared.
To clear alarms:
1. Click on the Diagnostic tab on the SystemManager’s menu bar.
2. Click on the View Alarms icon in the left-hand column to display the View Alarms page.
3. Click the Clear Alarms button to clear all the listed alarms.
4. Start another upgrade.

Replacing Firmware and PCapps Files

This section covers firmware files and PCapps (PC Applications) only. Note the following:

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 If you were instructed to download and install the SystemManager software, ensure that you
have installed the application according to the instructions in the Harmonic SystemManager
Installation Guide.
 If you were instructed to download and install only firmware or PCapps files, start here after
downloading software from the server. Technical Support will provide the proper filenames.

Firmware Files
The following table provides a partial list of the firmware files contained in the
D:\Upgrades\[release name]\[timestamp] directory, along with brief descriptions.
Table 3–1: List of Firmware Files

File Description

iop.hex MediaDirector/MediaDeck firmware

sdh.hex DV MediaPort firmware

tap1.hex SDI MediaPort firmware

tap2.hex MPEG MediaPort firmware

tap3.hex MediaPort firmware

tap4.hex MediaPort firmware

tap7.tar MediaPort firmware

x1.lod Disk firmware

x2.lod Disk firmware

dir2.hex MediaDirector/MediaDeck firmware

dir4.hex MediaDirector/MediaDeck firmware

dir7.hex MediaDirector/MediaDeck firmware

dir8.tar MediaDirector/MediaDeck firmware

dir9.tar MediaDirector/MediaDeck firmware

NOTE: Within the filenames x1.lod and x2.lod, x1 and x2 are version numbers that may change. The
*.hex file names will remain the same from upgrade to upgrade.

PCapps Files
For your reference, the following table provides a partial list of the PCapps files contained in the
D:\Omneon\bin directory, along with brief descriptions.

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Table 3–2: List of PCApps Files

File Description

monitor.exe This application provides a window that monitors system

messages, logs, and processes that occur between the
MediaDeck and other Harmonic devices.

cliptool.exe ClipTool application

omnicueservice.ex Software application that OmniBus uses for system control.

e

fsmain.exe A command line program used to issue file system and disk
drive commands to MediaDecks.

flashprog.exe A command line program to upgrade firmware in

MediaDecks.

playerlib.dll The library containing code to control Players on

MediaDecks.

oncrpc.dll The library containing code that provides basic

communication with all Harmonic products.

mfc42.dll The Microsoft library providing basic program functions.

To replace firmware and PCapps files:

1. Unzip the indicated firmware or PCapps files into D:\Temp, where D is the Spectrum drive.
Your password is required. This action creates a new directory within D:\Temp.
2. Depending on the type of files you are installing, use the appropriate step below:
a. If you are replacing firmware files, the new directory will be named with a time-stamp, for
example, “2002.08.24.” Drag this directory into the appropriate “version” directory under
the D:\Upgrades directory. An example of the directory name is
“D:\Upgrades\omneon.release-2.0.” Continue to step 3.
b. If you are replacing PCapps files, the new directory will be named “pcapps.” Open this
directory and drag all files inside to the “D:\Omneon\bin” directory. Continue to step 3.
3. Start the SystemManager application.
Refer to “Logging on to the SystemManager Application” in the Harmonic SystemManager User
Guide for instructions.
4. Select the new firmware version via the SystemManager.
Refer to “Changing Firmware Version Source Files” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide
for instructions.
5. Upgrade the MediaPort or ChannelPort module. Go to the Upgrading MediaPort or ChannelPort
Module Firmware and begin with step 3. When you have completed the entire section, return to
this point.
6. Upgrade the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000. Go to Upgrading Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Firmware
and begin with step 3. When you have completed the entire section, return to this point.
This completes the upgrade procedure.

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Hardware Orientation
This section provides background information for the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 and
components. Choose from the following topics:
 Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Orientation
 MediaPort Module Orientation
 ChannelPort Module Orientation
 Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Storage Orientation
For information about the SystemManager platform, refer to the Harmonic SystemManager
Installation Guide.

Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Orientation

The MediaDeck provides four video channels, Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, and 3+1 RAID
storage in a one rack unit (1-RU) chassis.
Note the following:
 One Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 supports a maximum of two MediaPort Modules, with two
independent bidirectional channels per MediaPort Module. The supported Audio/Video
formats depend on the type of MediaPort Module. Refer to MediaPort Module Orientation for
details.
 The MediaDeck 7000 includes four hot-swappable disk drives for content storage. You can
choose between enterprise-class SATA disk drives or solid-state disk drives. The use of 3+1
RAID ensures that the system continues to operate even in the event of a disk drive failure.
 The MediaDeck 7000 provides Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for asynchronous file transfer
and support of FTP, SMB, and the Apple® Filing Protocol. The file system can be “shared” by
network computers.

Front Bezel
Figure 4–1 illustrates a front bezel view of the MediaDeck.

Figure 4–1: MediaDeck Front Panel

 Power Indicator
A bright blue Power Indicator is provided across the top of the front panel. This indicator also
provides a “wink” function that identifies a selected Spectrum MediaDeck 7000.
 Air Vents

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An array of Air Vents is provided across the front panel. To provide optimum airflow from the
internal fans, do not obstruct the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000’s air vents.
 Port Status Display
A back lit LCD panel displays the basic system status and hardware health of the unit. The back
light darkens automatically after a brief period of illumination. Increase the illumination of the
display by touching the panel. See Port Status Display for additional information.

Port Status Display

Table 4–1 identifies the types of information available on the port status display.
Table 4–1: Port Status Display

Port Status Display

Status Health Summary and MediaPort ID Reference Input
of Channel 0: Player name, Player state, and mecode
Module A Channel 1: Player name, Player state, and mecode
MediaPort IP address and environmental alarms, if any

Status Health Summary and MediaPort ID Reference Input

of Channel 0: Player name, Player state, and mecode
Module B Channel 1: Player name, Player state, and mecode
MediaPort IP address and environmental alarms, if any

Note the following:

 The Player name is truncated to the first 8 characters.
 The Player state can be:
 “IDLE”
 “PLAY”
 “CUED”
 “RECD” (record)
 “PAUS” (paused)
 “SHTL” (forward shuttling)
 “REV” (any reverse playback)
 If the Player is not idle, playback timecode of the current clip is given. If the current clip
contains an embedded timecode, then the front panel reports this timecode. If the current
clip does not contain any timecode, then the front panel reports timecode starting from
00:00:00:00. This behavior follows the conventions used by other Harmonic tools, such as
ClipTool.
 Environmental alerts or health alarms are given when an event arises. The text displayed is
color-coded to indicate the severity of the event. Red text indicates an error event; yellow text
indicates a warning event.
 The current reference input is given, if available.

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 The screen is always enabled and active, as long as at least one module is installed and
powered on. Removing or rebooting a module may cause a brief interruption or glitch in the
panel output.
 The status of Module A is always displayed on the top portion of the screen; the status of
Module B is displayed on the bottom portion. When viewed from the back of the chassis,
Module A is the module on the left.

Activating the Color Bar Generator to Verify Connectivity

After you install a MediaDeck 7000, the LCD panel can be used to configure a static SMPTE
RP219 color bar pattern on any of the SDI output connectors of the MediaPort 7000 module or
ChannelPort module to verify connectivity. The color bars can be displayed in any of the formats
supported by the MediaPort 7000 module or the ChannelPort module.
To activate the color bar generator:
1. Ensure the LCD panel is on the default status screen, and then press the panel until it turns
red. The Navigation panel will display, as shown in Figure 4–2.

+++++
Up
+++++
+++++ +++++
Left Navigation Right
+++++ +++++
+++++
Down
+++++

Figure 4–2: Navigation Panel

2. Press the panel again to display the Color Bar Output panel, as shown in Figure 4–3.

Color Bar Output

> Slot 1 -
Channel: ChB ChA
PriMode: 625i25
SecMode: 621i25
Activate
Exit

Status: OK

Figure 4–3: Color Bar Output Panel

3. Configure the following settings as necessary:

NOTE: To navigate within the Color Bar Output panel, press the left, right, top, or bottom sections of the
display. A carat symbol (>) at the beginning of a setting indicates that setting is selected for configuration.

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 Slot: Press the left or right areas of the display to choose a module in one or both slots of the
MediaDeck 7000. Only slots with modules installed can be selected. Note that when facing
the rear panel of the MediaDeck, slot 0 is on the left and slot 1 is on the right.
 Channel: Press the left or right areas of the display to choose Channel A, Channel B, or both
Channel A and Channel B.
 PriMode: Press the left or right areas of the display to choose the primary output format for
the module you have selected in the Slot option.
 SecMode: Press the left or right areas of the display to choose the secondary output format
for the module you have selected in the Slot option.
Please note the following about the output format options:
 When using a MediaPort 7000 module, there are no restrictions on the combinations you
can choose for the output formats on the primary and secondary modes.
 When using a ChannelPort module, you must configure both the primary and secondary
modes for the same format, or you must configure the primary mode for an HD format,
and the secondary mode for an SD format.
 Activate: Press the left or right areas of the display to activate changes made to the Color Bar
Output settings.
 Exit: Press the right area of the display to exit the Color Bar Output panel. Any changes you
made to the settings will be saved and will remain in effect until you restart the MediaDeck
7000 or start a player on the video server.
 Status: Indicates the status of the most recent changes you made to the Color Bar Output
settings. The status will read “Setting,” “OK,” or “Failed.”
Once you activate a color bar pattern, it will remain active until you start a player on the video
server or manually disable the color bar generator on the LCD panel.
If you do not touch the Color Bar Output panel for thirty seconds, the LCD panel will return to the
default status screen.

Rear Panel
Figure 4–4 illustrates a rear panel view of the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000.

Power Supplies Filler Panels

Figure 4–4: Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Rear Panel

 Redundant Power Supplies

Two redundant power supplies are provided, each with an independent AC In connector. If one
supply fails, the load is transferred to the remaining supply without interruption of service. To take
full advantage of the redundant supplies, Harmonic recommends that you use separate, isolated
power sources for each AC input.
 Filler Panels

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Filler panels may cover the slots for the modules when the chassis ships from the factory. Refer to
Installing the MediaPortand ChannelPort Modules for step by step instructions on removing the filler
panels and installing a MediaPort or ChannelPort Module.
For information on the Power Supply, refer to MediaDeck Power Supply. For information on the
MediaPort Module (I/O Module), refer to MediaPort Module Orientation. For information on the
ChannelPort Module, refer to ChannelPort Module Orientation.

MediaDeck Software
The following standard software components are included with the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000:
 Video Server Software
The Spectrum MediaDeck 7000’s Video Server Software component controls audio/video clip
recording and playback functionality.
 File System Software
The File System Software component manages file read/write access on the disk storage system.
 RAID Controller
The Spectrum MediaDeck 7000’s RAID Controller handles on-line spares, background disk
rebuilds, and file system expansion (as more storage is added to the array).

About Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Timing

Reference Video must be connected to one of the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000’s Reference
connectors. This allows timing to be derived from the reference black input. For instructions on
connecting reference video, refer to Connecting Reference Video.

MediaDeck Component Replacement

Replacement instructions for customer-replaceable components in the Spectrum MediaDeck
7000 are provided in the “Spectrum MediaDeck 7000” chapter of the Spectrum Component
Replacement Guide. This guide is supplied with the Documentation Suite. For download
instructions, refer to Spectrum Documentation Suite.

MediaDeck Power Supply

The Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 is equipped with two hot-swappable power supplies, each with
an independent AC connector. If one supply fails, the load is transferred to the remaining supply
without interruption of service. To take full advantage of the redundant supplies, Harmonic
recommends that you use separate, isolated power sources for each AC input.

Power Supply Status LED

Each power supply includes a bi-color status LED to indicate power supply status. Table 4–2 lists
the LED states and corresponding definitions.
Table 4–2: Power Supply Status LED

LED State Definitions

Off No AC power to both power supplies

Green, solid Power supply on and OK

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Green, flashing* AC power present, unit on standby

Red, solid Power supply failure

Red, flashing* No AC power to this power supply only

* Flashing frequency: 1 second on/ 1 second off

NOTE: If a power supply fails, an audible alarm sounds.

MediaDeck Chassis Specifications

Table 4–3 shows the specifications for the MediaDeck chassis. The MediaDeck can accommodate
two MediaPort modules.
Table 4–3: MediaDeck Chassis

Parameter Specification Detail

Chassis W: 44.4 cm (17.50 in.) Chassis only, inside rack

Dimensions H: 4.4 cm (1.75 in.) 1 RU
D: 76.84 cm (30.25 in.) Bezel front to chassis rear
79.38 cm (31.25 in.) Bezel front to rear of BNC
connectors

Weight With SATA drives:

16.6 kg (36.5 lbs) Chassis + single module
18.4 kg (40.5 lbs) Chassis + double modules

With SSDs:
14.5 kg (32 lbs) Chassis + single module
16.6 kg (36.5 lbs) Chassis + double modules

Power 100-240V~, 50/60Hz, 3.9-1.7A Dual redundant universal power

supplies

Power consumption with SATA drives and one MediaPort 7000:

module installed Typical: 181 W/1.57 A
Maximum: 248 W/2.16 A

ChannelPort:
Typical: 202W/1.76 A
Maximum: 273 W/2.37 A

Power consumption with SATA drives and two MediaPort 7000:

modules installed Typical: 266 W/2.31 A
Maximum: 325 W/2.83 A

ChannelPort:
Typical: 305W/2.65 A
Maximum: 363 W/3.16 A

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Parameter Specification Detail

Power consumption with SSDs and one module MediaPort 7000:

installed Typical: 152 W/1.32 A
Maximum: 220 W/1.91 A

ChannelPort:
Typical: 174 W/1.51 A
Maximum: 273 W/2.12 A

Power Consumption with SSDs and one module MediaPort 7000:

installed Typical: 237 W/2.06 A
Maximum: 297 W/2.58 A

ChannelPort:
Typical: 276 W/2.40 A
Maximum: 335 W/2.91 A

Safety UL 60950-1 2nd Edition Information Technology

Equipment - Safety - Part 1:
General
CSA C22.2 CSA C22.2 Requirements

CE Low Voltage Directive EN60950: 1992,

(73/23/EEC) including A1+A2+A3+A4
amendments Safety of Information Technology
Equipment

EMC FCC Part 15 Class A USA

VCCI Class A Japan

CISPR 22 Class A Australia, New Zealand, EU

CNS 13438 Class A Taiwan

ICES-003 Class A Canada

En 55022 Class A EU

KN22 Class A Korea

MediaPort Module Orientation

This section provides background information for the MediaPort Module.

MediaPort Module Description

A MediaPort Module is a network interface adapter for video, audio, timecode, and control.
MediaPort Modules provide format conversion between the various supported formats. Each
MediaPort Module provides a “channel” or “channels” capable of recording, playing, and
processing control commands. The MediaPort Module includes SDI connections, RS-422 ports, a
GPIO port for connecting to automation systems and other control devices, and a Gigabit
Ethernet port.
The MediaPort 7000 series provides the following features:

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 Codec support includes HD/SD MPEG-2, SD DV (DV 25, DVCPRO 25, and DVCPRO 50),
DVCPRO HD, XDCAM HD, VC-3 (play and record), AVC-Intra (Class 50 and Class 100), and
ProRes.
 Up, down, and cross-conversion are standard with every HD-capable module. There are no
channel-count or performance penalties. Cross-conversion allows playout of 720p material
on a 1080i channel, and vice-versa.
 Simulcast is available on every channel, where SD-only channels include 2 identical outputs,
and HD-capable channels include 2 independently-configurable outputs. An HD video
channel can be presented in both 720p and 1080i.
 A proxy option enables simultaneous generation of both low- and high-resolution clips during
recording.
 I/O modules are hot swappable and can be installed or replaced without disrupting on-air
operation.
 Chroma sampling options are 4:2:2, 4:2:0, or 4:2:1, as appropriate for the operating point.
 Options for onboard playout control, onboard Media Fetch, onboard subtitle insertion, and
onboard closed caption insertion.
The series includes the following models:

MediaPort 7100 Module

The MediaPort 7100 offers two channels of SD/HD DV play and record, MPEG-2 play, options for
VC-3 play and record, and optional ProRes play. In addition, some license options offer Up/Down/
Cross conversion and HD/SD simulcast,. Each video channel includes 16 channels of embedded
audio for up to two pairs (four channels).

MediaPort 7101 Module

The MediaPort 7101 offers all the same functionality as the 7100 and includes the ability to
record low or high resolution proxy clips.

MediaPort 7300 Module

The MediaPort 7300 offers two channels of MPEG-2 record and play as well as SD/HD DV record
and play, options for VC-3 play and record, and optional ProRes play. In addition, some license
options offer Up/Down/Cross conversion and HD/SD simulcast, . Each video channel includes 16
channels of embedded audio for up to two pairs (four channels).

MediaPort 7301 Module

The MediaPort 7301 offers all the same functionality as the 7300 and includes the ability to
record low or high resolution proxy clips.

MediaPort 7600 Module

The MediaPort 7600 offers two channels of SD/HD DV play and record, MPEG-2 and AVC-Intra
play and record, options for VC-3 play and record, and optional ProRes play. In addition, the
MediaPort 7600 offers Up/Down/Cross conversion and HD/SD simulcast. All formats are
playable back-to-back. Each video channel includes 16 channels of embedded audio for up to
two pairs (four channels).

MediaPort 7601 Module

The MediaPort 7601 offers all the same functionality as the 7600 and includes the ability to
record low or high resolution proxy clips.

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Additional licensed functionality options for each module are available as described in MediaPort
Module 7000 Series License Options

MediaPort Module Rear Panel

NOTE: There are no user-serviceable parts on the MediaPort Module 7000.

NOTE: Air vents are located in between the connectors on the rear panel.

Figure 4–5 illustrates a rear panel view of the MediaPort Module.

Unused
13 15
1 2 3 4 5 6 14

7 8 9 10 11 12 16 17
Unused

1. HD/SD SDI IN Channel A 7. LTC IN Channel A 13. Soft Power button (middle)
2. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel A (Primary) 8. LTC OUT Channel A 14. Status/Wink LED (bottom)
3. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel A (Secondary) 9. LTC IN Channel B 15. GPIO connector
4. HD/SD SDI IN Channel B 10. LTC OUTChannel B 16. RS-422 Port
5. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel B (Primary) 11. Reference Loop 17. Ethernet Port
6. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel B (Secondary) 12. Reference Loop

Figure 4–5: MediaPort Module 7000 Series Rear Panel

Following are descriptions of each rear panel section:

1. HD/SD SDI IN Channel A: Use for SDI video input on Channel A.
2. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel A (Primary): Use for SDI video output on Channel A.
3. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel A (Secondary): Use for SDI video output on Channel A. By default,
output from this port is the same as that of the Primary port. Note that the port can be
configured for simulcast from the SystemManager application. Refer to “Attaching Devices” in
the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions.
4. HD/SD SDI IN Channel B: Use for SDI video input on Channel B.
5. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel B (Primary): Use for SDI video output on Channel B.
6. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel B (Secondary): Use for SDI video output on Channel B. By default,
output from this port is the same as that of the Primary port. Note that the port can be
configured for simulcast from the SystemManager application. Refer to “Attaching Devices” in
the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions.

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About LTC Connectors (7-10)

Use the LTC connectors for an analog LTC (longitudinal timecode) signal: two input (IN) and two
output (OUT). When LTC is present at the IN port and a Player has been configured to record LTC,
LTC timecode will be embedded in the DV stream. On playback, timecode can be routed from the
OUT port to an external device such as a timecode reader/character generator for inserting code
in frame.

NOTE: Some devices (such as Sony* Betacam* decks) will not display LTC timecode unless the source
timecode is changing. For example, if the Harmonic clip is in “cue play” or “play zero-speed” mode, the
timecode shown on the Sony deck may be incorrect.

7. LTC IN Channel A
8. LTC OUT Channel A
9. LTC IN Channel B
10. LTC OUT Channel B

About Reference Loop Connectors (11-12)

Use the Reference Loop connectors to connect reference black video to the MediaPort.
Reference black video should be looped through these connectors and then eventually
terminated.
Refer to About MediaPort Module Timing for additional information.
11. Reference Loop
12. Reference Loop
13. Soft Power (middle): A momentary switch that is used to perform a “soft” reset of the
MediaPort module. Once pressed, all boards reset and code is re-loaded.
14. Status/Wink LED (bottom): This LED can show the following states:
 Blue, solid: Indicates the unit is powered on.
 Off: Indicates the unit is powered off.
 Blue, blinking: Indicates wink state is on.
For information on changing the wink state, refer to “Changing the MediaPort Wink State” in the
Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.
15. GPIO connector: This connector can be used for player control. For signal assignments, refer
to GPIO/RS-422 Connector Signal Assignments.
16. RS-422 Port and LEDs: Use this connector (RJ-45) for RS-422 serial control. The LED at the
top left of the port indicates channel activity.
17. Gigabit Ethernet Port: Use this Ethernet port to connect to the SystemManager.

Activity Status
Blink: data being
sent or received

MediaPort Module 7000 Series License Options

Figure 4–6 shows available MediaPort 7000 module options.

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Model H.264 MPEG-2 DV/DVCPRO AVC-Intra VC-3 ProRes

Number Proxy
Rec Play Rec/Play Rec Play Rec Play Play

MIP-7100 X X X X X
MIP-7101 X X X X X X
MIP-7300 X X X X X X
MIP-7301 X X X X X X X
MIP-7600 X X X X X X X
MIP-7601 X X X X X X X X

Figure 4–6: MediaPort 7000 Module Options

Figure 4–7 shows product IDs for licensed features for MediaPort 7000 modules.

Up /Down/
Cross MPEG-2 DV/DVCPRO AVC-Intra VC-3 ProRes
Product ID SD HD Conversion
and HD/SD
Simulcast Rec Play Rec/Play Rec Play Rec Play Play

APR X X X X X X X
DMH* X X X X X X
DMS* X X X X
DVH X X X X
DVS X X
M2H* X X X X X
M2S* X X X
UVP X X X X X X
VC3** X X X X X
VC3P** X X X X
VC3R** X X X X
SPL-PRORES X

Figure 4–7: License Options

*For the DMH, DMS, M2H, and M2S product IDs, MPEG-2 Record is only available with the
MediaPort 7300 series.
**Upgrading to this license requires that an HD license is already present on the ChannelPort or
MediaPort module.
Figure 4–8 shows additional licensed features available for the MediaPort 7000 as well as the
ChannelPort.

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Product ID Description
SPL-OPC Onboard playout control for one channel of Spectrum ChannelPort or MediaPort 7000
SPL-OMF Onboard Media Fetch for one channel of Spectrum ChannelPort or MediaPort 7000
SPL-STL Onboard subtitle insertion license for one channel of Spectrum ChannelPort or MediaPort 7000
SPL-OCC Onboard closed caption insertion license for one channel of Spectrum ChannelPort or MediaPort 7000

Figure 4–8: Additional License Options

About AC-3 and Dolby E

AC-3 (Dolby™ Digital) is a high-quality multi-channel audio compression standard, and the audio
standard for DVD and satellite pay-for-view content. Current implementations use the SMPTE-
recommended 5.1 channel arrangement: Left, Center, Right, Left-Surround, Right-Surround, plus a
low-frequency Subwoofer channel. Dolby E is Dolby Labs’ professional digital audio coding
system, with up to eight channels of high-quality audio. Dolby E is primarily used in recording
studios to preserve audio quality across several generations of decoding and re-encoding.
The Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 System provides pre-compressed audio support, with the ability
to record and playout AC-3 and Dolby E audio pairs. As part of the Player configuration process
within the SystemManager, audio resampling can be disabled on a per “audio pair” basis. Note
the following:
 AC-3 pairs are handled automatically and dynamically by the MediaPort Module; the user
does not have to explicitly turn off re-sampling on the selected pair.
 For proper operation with Dolby E, audio re-sampling must be explicitly turned off for the
selected channel pair, when material is recorded on the MediaDeck storage. Dolby E can co-
exist with other audio types (for example, AES/EBU) in an arbitrary mix of up to 4 audio pairs.
Players can be enabled for Dolby E support on a per audio pair basis (0 to four channel pairs).
 MediaPort Modules do not encode or decode AC-3 or Dolby E. Encoding must occur before
recording, and decoding must occur after playing from the MediaPort Module.
 Improper configuration of a Player is not detected or reported by the SystemManager
application.
 If you record Dolby E through a Player that is not properly configured for Dolby E, on playback
an external Dolby E decoder will not detect a valid bit stream, and the result will be audio
silence.
 Dolby E implementation assumes that audio/video alignment in the incoming (recorded)
media streams is satisfactory for subsequent playout. The audio samples will be “passed
through” as received with no attempt at realignment.
Refer to “Creating a Player” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions on
configuring AC-3 and Dolby E functionality.

About SDI Embedded Audio

SDI embedded audio functions in the MediaPort Module 7000 (per SMPTE 272M)series eliminate
the need for external embedders and de-embedders. The MediaPort Module can play back
embedded audio in SDI format on up to 16 video channels per stream.

About MediaPort Module Timing

Note the following points regarding the MediaPort Module and ChannelPort Module video output
timing:

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 If reference VITC is present in the reference input of a MediaPort module, it will provide the
timecode information to any Players associated with that MediaPort, unless it is overridden by
a LTC connection on theMediaDeck.
 If a LTC timecode source is connected, the MediaDeck automatically uses that as the
timecode source for any attached Player. This setting overrides the reference VITC from the
MediaPort for purposes of automation. However, if the attached Player is configured with a
different frame rate than that of the LTC input, then its reference will not be overridden. For
example, a LTC input with a frame rate of 25 Hz would not override the reference for a player
configured with a frame rate of 29.97 Hz.

Gigabit Ethernet Connector Pinout

Table 4–4 provides the pinout for the Gigabit Ethernet Connector on the MediaPort 7000 series
module and the ChannelPort module.
Table 4–4: Gigabit Ethernet Connector Pinout

Connectors Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 TX+ 5 Reserved

2 TX- 6 RX-

3 RX+ 7 Reserved

4 Reserved 8 Reserved

Male on Cable Female on Chassis

GPIO/RS-422 Connector Signal Assignments

The GPIO/RS-422 connector on a MediaPort 7000 module can be connected to an external
device and used to control players. On a ChannelPort, this connector can also be used to control
graphics, or connected to an Emergency Alert System (EAS). Figure 4–9 describes the connector
pins. Note that this is a female connector.

GPIO/RS-422 Signals
Function RX (-/+) TX (-/+) Function Pin
9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 Serial 0 2-3 10-11 Ground 18
26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 GPIO 0 19
Serial 1 6-7 14-15 GPIO 1 20
GPIO 2 21
Serial 2 4-5 12-13 GPIO 3 22
GPIO 4 23
Serial 3 8-9 16-17 GPIO 5 24
1 GPIO 6 25
Ground GPIO 7 26

Figure 4–9: GPIO Signal Assignments

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For information on configuring GPIO on a MediaPort using SystemManager, refer to “MediaPort

Configuration” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide. For information on configuring GPIO
on a ChannelPort, refer to “ChannelPort Configuration” in the Harmonic SystemManager User
Guide. For information on connecting a ChannelPort to an EAS, refer to Connecting a ChannelPort to
an Emergency Alert System (Optional).

Serial Control Connections

This section provides information on a variety of cable connections between the MediaPort or
ChannelPort module and control systems. Choose from the following topics:
 Harmonic RJ45/DB-9 Splitter Cable
 About RS-422 Grounding

IMPORTANT: Because manufacturer specifications for cables, connectors, and adapters can change,
always consult first with your control system vendor for the most current information on interface
equipment and peripherals.

NOTE: Depending on the MediaPort Module, there can be between one and six serial control ports, each
of which controls an independent video/audio input or output. You are not required to use all available
ports unless you wish to do so.

Harmonic RJ45/DB-9 Splitter Cable

Figure 4–10 illustrates the pinouts and connectors on the Harmonic RJ45/DB-9 Splitter Cable. This
cable splits the two sets of signals out to two DB-9 connectors. Use this cable to interface with
controllers (or cables) using standard SMPTE/EBU ES bus wiring connections. This adapter
converts the RJ45 connections on the back of the module to standard SMPTE/EBU ES Bus.

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Connector B
DB-9, Female
Pin Signal
RJ45, Male 8 TX1-
3 TX1+
7 RX1+
2 RX1-

Connector A
DB-9, Female
Pin Signal
Pin Signal 8 TX0-
1 RX0+ 3 TX0+
2 RX0- 7 RX0+
3 TX0+ 2 RX0-
4 RX1+
5 RX1-
6 TX0-
7 TX1+
8 TX1-

B
6
1-
RE V142 7
D. C . .

Figure 4–10: RJ45/DB-9 Splitter Cable

To obtain the necessary interconnection between a MediaPort or ChannelPort module and the
controller, the following methods can be used:
 Harmonic RJ45/DB-9 Splitter Cable to Standard RS-422 extension cable
 Harmonic RJ45/DB-9 Splitter Cable to Automation System adapter cable.

NOTE: RS-422 extension cables and RJ45 (Ethernet) extension cables should be provided by the customer.

About RS-422 Grounding

Note the following regarding RS-422 grounding:
 RS-422 uses differential signaling, much like balanced audio. As long as the chassis grounds
of the controller and the MediaPort or ChannelPort module share a common ground through
the AC power connections, no ground connection is needed on the RS-422 cable.
 In some cases, grounding the RS-422 at one end and running a shield around the balanced
pairs can reduce noise pickup.

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MediaPort Module 7000 Specifications

Table 4–5: MediaPort Module 7000 Specification

Parameter Specification Detail

Video channels Two independent bidirectional channels

Video I/O SD: SMPTE 259M 75 ohm BNC female connector

HD: SMPTE 292M Single video input per channel

Dual video outputs per channel with independently
configurable up/down/cross-conversion.

Video Compression SD MPEG-2 3-25 Mbps Long GOP; 25-50 Mbps I-frame
(availability varies by
product) HD MPEG-2 18-85 Mbps Long GOP, 50-100 Mbps I-Frame

SD MPEG-2 3-50 Mbps

SD DV DV, DVCPRO, DVCPRO 50

HD DV DVCPRO HD

XDCAM HD 18, 25, 35, 50 Mbps

AVC-Intra Class 50 and Class 100, 1920x1080i (25/29.97 Hz);

1280x720p (50/59.94 Hz)

VC-3 120 Mbps (25/50 fps); 145 Mbps (29.97/59.94 fps)

Apple* ProRes Standard quality mode, 50/59.94 Hz, 720p, 1080i

Up Conversion Configurable pillarbox, crop, anamorphic.

EIA-608 captions translated to EIA-708.
Line 21 OP-42 subtitles translated to OP-47

Down Conversion Configurable letterbox, crop, anamorphic EIA-608

compatibility bytes extracted from EIA-708 data to create
EIA-608 captions.
OP-47 subtitles translated to line 21 OP-42

SD-SD Aspect Ratio RP-186 AFD  16:9 SD to 4:3 Letterbox (Vertical Decimation)
Converter (ARC) SMPTE-2016, ATSC  6:9 SD to Full Screen (Horizontal Interpolation)
A/53  6:9 SD to Crop 14:9 (Vertical Decimation, Horizontal
Interpolation)

Cross  720p to 1080i

Conversion  1080i to 720p

Video Raster SD 720x486i (29.97fps)

HD  720x576i (25 fps)

 1280x720 (50 and 59.94 fps)
 1920x1080i (25 and 29.97 fps)
 1920 x 1080p (25 and 29.97 fps carried as psf in HD-
SDI*)

Audio Channels SMPTE 272M Up to 16 embedded per video channel

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Parameter Specification Detail

Audio Format Uncompressed 16, 24, 32-bit PCM@48 Khz. Compressed

audio pass-through

Control VDCP and Limited Via RS-422 per video channel (RJ-45 connector; DB-9
BVW adapter supplied)

Spectrum API Via Ethernet from client to MediaDeck.

Server Interface Private, point-to-point, non-switchable Gigabit Ethernet to

the MediaDeck

Timecode LTC Dedicated LTC I/O per channel (BNC)

VITC Extracted from or inserted into SDI

Closed Caption EIA-608 Analog caption data recovered from VBI and stored as
digital data; inserted into VBI on playout

EIA-708 Digital caption data preserved on record and inserted on

playout.

Onboard Closed Onboard Closed Caption insertion available as licensed

Caption Insertion feature; Cheetah, NCI, and SCC are supported file types.

Onboard Subtitle  OP47a Onboard Subtitle insertion available as licensed feature;

Insertion  SMPTE-2031 STL, PAC, and 890 are supported file types

Ancillary data VBI Up to 6 lines (configurable) preserved. Line 21 caption

data saved automatically

VANC Up to 6000 bytes (configurable) preserved per frame

Reference Analog burst with Optional for playout; unused for recording. Loop-through
color burst connector

Environmental Operating +5°C to +40°C

Temperature

Humidity 10% to 85% non-condensing

Safety UL 60950-1 2nd Information Technology Equipment - Safety - Part 1:

Edition General
CSA C22.2 Requirements
CSA C22.2

CE Low Voltage EN60950: 1992, A1+A2+A3+A4

Directive Safety of Information Technology Equipment
(73/23/EEC)
including
amendments

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Parameter Specification Detail

EMC FCC Part 15 Class A USA

VCCI Class A Japan

CISPR 22 Class A Australia, New Zealand, EU

CNS 13438 Class A Taiwan

ICES-003 Class A Canada

En 55022 Class A EU

KN22 Class A Korea

Table 4–6: MediaPort 7000 H.264 Proxy Option

Parameter Specification Detail

Video encoding H.264 (MPEG-4 Part Baseline profile @ Level 3.1

10/15) Variable-length IP GOP
(maximum length 16)

Video bitrate 600 Kpbs – 3.0 Mbps User configurable

Chroma sampling 4:2:0

Audio encoding AAC-LC 0-8 two-channel pairs

(up to 16 channels)

Audio bitrate 64, 96, or 128 Kbps Per pair

HD encoded frame size 640x360 or User configurable

432x240

SD encoded frame size 25 fps: 352x288, User configurable

320x240
29.97 fps: 352x240,
320x240

Wrapper MXF Op1a low-

latency
QuickTime self-
contained

Ancillary data AFD, timecode, Stored as unregistered SEI

closed captions

Timecode burn-in Within frame or below Position selectable by user

it

Logo/watermark User-supplied PNG Position selectable by user

with alpha

Link to hi-res SMPTE 330M Via parent UMID

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ChannelPort Module Orientation

This section provides background information for the ChannelPort Module.

ChannelPort Module Description

The ChannelPort Module is a network interface adapter that supports clip playout, channel
branding, emergergency alert systems, and cuts-only switching between live inputs and
prerecorded clips. Each ChannelPort Module provides a “channel” or “channels” capable of
playing and processing control commands. The ChannelPort Module includes SDI connections,
RS-422 ports, a GPIO/RS-422 port for connecting to automation systems and other control
devices, and a Gigabit Ethernet port.
The ChannelPort provides the following features:
 Codec support includes HD/SD MPEG-2, SD DV (DV 25, DVCPRO 25, and DVCPRO 50),
DVCPRO HD, XDCAM HD, VC-3, AVC-Intra, ProRes, and AVC/H.264.
 Up, down, cross conversion of 720p to 1080i and 1080i to 720p is standard.
 Integrated branding and graphics control for up to eight layers of graphics is supported by
the Oxtel control protocol.
 Graphic formats supported include the following:
 .swf (Adobe Flash format)
 .flv (Flash Video)
 .mp4 (MPEG-4)
 .png (Portable Network Graphic)
 .jpg (Joint Photographic Experts Group)
 .tga (Targa Graphic)
 .gif (Graphical Interchange Format)
 .bmp (Bitmap Image)
 .tif (Tagged Image File)

NOTE: PEG file compression and planar formats within .tif files are not supported by ChannelPort.

 Automation support includes all Oxtel protocol automation systems, with clip playback
control via Spectrum API or VDCP/BVW (RS-422).
 Master Control Switching supports switching between live inputs and prerecorded clips.
 Support for Emergency Alert System (EAS) is available as a license option for use only in the
United States. EAS data and audio is provided by customer’s EAS equipment.
 Options for onboard playout control, onboard Media Fetch, onboard subtitle insertion, and
onboard closed caption insertion.

ChannelPort Module Rear Panel

NOTE: There are no user-serviceable parts on the ChannelPort module.

NOTE: Air vents are located in between the connectors on the rear panel.

Figure 4–11 shows a rear panel view of the ChannelPort Module.

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Unused
13 15
1 2 3 4 5 6 14

7 8 9 10 11 12 16 17
Unused

1. HD/SD SDI IN Channel A 7. AES Audio IN Channel A 13. Soft Power button (middle)
2. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel A (Primary) 8. LTC OUT Channel A 14. Status/Wink LED (bottom)
3. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel A (Secondary) 9. AES Audio IN Channel B 15. GPIO/RS-422 connector
4. HD/SD SDI IN Channel B 10. LTC OUT Channel B 16. RS-422 Port
5. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel B (Primary) 11. Reference Loop 17. Ethernet Port
6. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel B (Secondary) 12. Reference Loop

Figure 4–11: ChannelPort Module Rear Panel

Following are descriptions of each rear panel section:

1. HD/SD SDI IN Channel A: Use for SDI video input on Channel A.
2. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel A (Primary): Use for SDI video output on Channel A.
3. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel A (Secondary): Use for SDI video output on Channel A. By default,
output from this port is the same as that of the Primary port. Note that the port can be
configured forsimulcast from the SystemManager application. Refer to “Attaching Devices” in
the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions.
4. HD/SD SDI IN Channel B: Use for SDI video input on Channel B.
5. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel B (Primary): Use for SDI video output on Channel B.
6. HD/SD SDI OUT Channel B (Secondary): Use for SDI video output on Channel B. By
default,output from this port is the same as that of the Primary port. Note that the port can be
configured for simulcast from the SystemManager application. Refer to “Attaching Devices” in
the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions.

About EAS Audio IN (7 and 9)

You can use the ChannelPort module to provide support for an Emergency Alert System (EAS).
The ChannelPort provides the graphics and audio functions required by an EAS. Route the audio
of the EAS device to an EAS Audio In port. For more information about connecting ChannelPort to
an EAS system, refer to “ChannelPort Configuration” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.

About LTC Connectors (8 and 10)

Use the LTC connector to output an analog LTC (longitundinal timecode) signal. On playback, the
timecode can be routed from an LTC port to an external device such as a timecode reader/
character generator for inserting code into the frame.
7. AES Audio IN Channel A: Use for connecting to the AES output of an EAS decoder.

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8. LTC OUT Channel A

9. AES Audio Out Channel B: Use for connecting to the AES output of an EAS decoder.
10. LTC OUT Channel B

About Reference Loop Connectors (11-12)

Use the Reference Loop connectors to connect reference black video to the ChannelPort.
Reference black video should be looped through these connectors and then eventually
terminated.
Refer to About MediaPort Module Timing for additional information.
11. Reference Loop
12. Reference Loop
13. Soft Power (middle): A momentary switch that is used to perform a “soft” reset of the
MediaPort module. Once pressed, all boards reset and code is re-loaded.
14. Status/Wink LED (bottom): This LED can show the following states:
 Blue, solid: Indicates the unit is powered on.
 Off: Indicates the unit is powered off.
 Blue, blinking: Indicates wink state is on.
For information on changing the wink state, refer to “Changing the ChannelPort Wink State” in the
Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.
15. GPIO/RS-422 Connector: This connector can be used for player or graphics control, or for
EAS connection. For signal assignments, refer to GPIO/RS-422 Connector Signal Assignments.
16. RS-422 Port and LEDs: Use this connector (RJ-45) for RS-422 serial control. The LED at the
top left of the port indicates channel activity.

Activity Status
Blink: data being
sent or received
17. Gigabit Ethernet Port: Use this Ethernet port to connect to the SystemManager.
18. Gigabit Ethernet Port: For service use only.

ChannelPort Module License Options

NOTE: Due to changes in the license structure, ChannelPort licenses issued for releases 7.0 and 7.1will
not have full graphics capabilities when used with release 7.2. To correct this problem, contact Harmonic
Technical Support to request a new ChannelPort license key.

The following features are available for ChannelPort 8100 modules: SD, HD, U/D/X Conversion,
MPEG-2, DV, VC-3, AVC-Intra, 4 or 8 Graphics Layers, ProRes, AVC/H.264, and support for
Emergency Alert Systems (EAS).
Note that for ChannelPorts with 4 graphics layers enabled (4GL), U/D/X conversion is not
included with the DMH, DVH, and M2H licenses unless explicitly upgraded for that capability. For
ChannelPorts with 8 graphics layers enabled (8GL), U/D/X conversion is included with the DMH,
DVH, and M2H licenses unless you are upgrading from a 4GL version.
Figure 4–12 shows product IDs for licensed features for ChannelPort modules.

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Up /Down/
Cross MPEG-2 DV/DVCPRO AVC-Intra VC-3 ProRes
Product ID SD HD Conversion
and HD/SD
Simulcast Rec Play Rec/Play Rec Play Rec Play Play

APR X X X X X X X
DMH X X X X X X
DMS X X X X
DVH X X X X
DVS X X
M2H X X X X X
M2S X X X
UVP X X X X X X
VC3* X X X X X
VC3P* X X X X
VC3R* X X X X
SPL-PRORES X

Figure 4–12: License Options

*Upgrading to this license requires that an HD license is already present on the ChannelPort
module.
Figure 4–13 shows additional license options available for ChannelPort.

Product ID Description
SPL-OPC Onboard playout control for one channel of Spectrum ChannelPort or MediaPort 7000
SPL-OMF Onboard Media Fetch for one channel of Spectrum ChannelPort or MediaPort 7000
SPL-STL Onboard subtitle insertion license for one channel of Spectrum ChannelPort or MediaPort 7000
SPL-OCC Onboard closed caption insertion license for one channel of Spectrum ChannelPort or MediaPort 7000
CPL-MCS Master Control (Live Input) license upgrade for one ChannelPort module (2 ch)
CPL-DVE DVE license upgrade for one ChannelPort module (2 ch)
CPL-SD2HD HD license upgrade (no U/D/X Conversion) for one ChannelPort module (2 ch)
®
CPL-H264-PLAY License upgrade for PitchBlue TS demux and H.264 decode for PitchBlue operating points only (2 ch)
CPL-UDX* U/D/X Converter license upgrade (HD option is also required) for one ChannelPort module (2 ch)
CPL-AVC-INTRA-PLAY* Decode of AVC-Intra for one ChannelPort module (2 ch)
CPL-8GL Support for eight graphics layers per ChannelPort module

Figure 4–13: Additional License Options

*Upgrading to this license requires that an HD license is already present on the ChannelPort or
MediaPort module.
Note the following:
 IDs beginning with “CPL” are available for ChannelPort only.
 Spectrum supports AVC/H.264 playout at PitchBlue operating points only.

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About ChannelPort Module Timing

ChannelPort module video output timing functions the same as MediaPort 7000 module timing.
For more information about ChannelPort Module video output timing, refer to About MediaPort
Module Timing.

Gigabit Ethernet Connector Pinout

The ChannelPort module shares the same Gigabit Ethernet Connector as the MediaPort 7000
module. For more information about the ChannelPort Module Gigabit Ethenet Connector, refer to
Gigabit Ethernet Connector Pinout.

GPIO/RS-422 Connector Signal Assignments

The ChannelPort module shares the same GPIO/RS-422 Connector Signal Assignments as the
MediaPort 7000 module. For more information about the ChannelPort Module GPIO/RS-422
Connector Signal Assignments, refer to GPIO/RS-422 Connector Signal Assignments.

Serial Control Connections

The ChannelPort module shares the same cable connections to control systems as the MediaPort
Module. For more information about the ChannelPort Module Serial Control Connections, refer to
Serial Control Connections.

ChannelPort Module Specifications

Table 4–7: ChannelPort Module Specification

Parameter Specification Detail

Video channels Two independent playout channels per module

Video I/O SD: SMPTE 259M Two 75 ohm BNC female connectors

HD: SMPTE 292M  Single video input per channel

 Dual video outputs per channel with independently
configurable up/down/cross-conversion.

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Parameter Specification Detail

Video Compression SD MPEG-2 3-24.9 Mbps Long GOP; 25-50 Mbps I-frame
(availability varies by
product) HD MPEG-2 18-85 Mbps Long GOP, 50-100 Mbps I-Frame

SD MPEG-2 3-50 Mbps

SD DV DV, DVCPRO, DVCPRO 50

HD DV DVCPRO HD

XDCAM HD 18, 25, 35, 50 Mbps

AVC (H.264) Support for native playout of H.264 Main Profile at Level
4; 8 bit, 4:2:0, LGOP video

IMPORTANT: Spectrum ChannelPort supports playout

of AVC at PitchBlue® operating points and AVC-Intra
operating points only. Attempting to play other AVC
clips may result in a failure to play.

AVC-Intra Class 50 and Class 100, 1920x1080i (25/29.97 Hz);

1280x720p (50/59.94 Hz)

VC-3 120 Mbps (25/50fps); 145 Mbps (29.97/59.94 fps)

Apple* ProRes Standard quality mode, 50/59.94 Hz, 720p, 1080i.

157 Mbps at NTSC frame rates and 122 Mbps at PAL
frame rates.

Up Conversion  Configurable pillarparbox, crop, anamorphic.

 EIA-608 captions translated to EIA-708.
 Line 21 OP-42 subtitles translated to OP-47

Down Conversion  Configurable letterbox, crop, anamorphic

 EIA-608 compatibility bytes extracted from EIA-708
data to create EIA-608 captions.
 OP-47 subtitles translated to line 21 OP-42

SD-SD Aspect  RP-186 AFD  16:9 SD to 4:3 Letterbox (Vertical Decimation)

Ratio Converter  SMPTE-2016,  16:9 SD to Full Screen (Horizontal Interpolation)
(ARC) ATSC A/53  16:9 SD to Crop 14:9 (Vertical Decimation,
Horizontal Interpolation)

Up/Down/Cross  720p to 1080i

Conversion  1080i to 720p

Video Raster SD 720 × 486i (29.97fps)

720 × 576i (25 fps)

HD  1280 × 720p (50 and 59.94 fps)

 1920 × 1080i (25 and 29.97 fps)
 1920 × 1080p (25 and 29.97 fps carried as psf in
HD-SDI*)

Audio Channels SMPTE 272M Up to 16 embedded per video channel

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Parameter Specification Detail

Audio Format Uncompressed 16, 24, 32-bit PCM@48 Khz.

Compressed audio pass-through

Control VDCP and Limited Via RS-422 per video channel (RJ-45 connector; DB-9
BVW adapter supplied)

Spectrum API Via Ethernet from client to MediaDeck.

Server Interface Private, point-to-point, non-switchable Gigabit Ethernet

to the MediaDeck

Timecode LTC Dedicated LTC I/O per channel (BNC)

VITC Extracted from or inserted into SDI

Closed Caption EIA-608 Analog caption data recovered from VBI and stored as
digital data; inserted into VBI on playout

EIA-708 Digital caption data preserved on record and inserted

on playout.

Onboard Closed Onboard Closed Caption Insertion available as licensed

Caption Insertion feature; Cheetah, NCI, and SCC are supported file types.

Onboard Subtitle  OP47a Onboard Subtitle Insertion available as licensed feature;

Insertion  SMPTE-2031 STL, PAC, and 890 are supported file types

Ancillary data VBI Up to 6 lines (configurable) preserved. Line 21 caption

data saved automatically

VANC Up to 6000 bytes (configurable) preserved per frame

Reference Analog burst with Optional for playout; unused for recording. Loop-
color burst through connector

Input-to-Reference- +/- 1 native video line for the live input to be passed
Tolerance through

Environmental Operating +5°C to +40°C

Temperature

Humidity 10% to 85% non-condensing

Safety UL 60950-1 2nd Information Technology Equipment - Safety - Part 1:

Edition General CSA C22.2 Requirements

CSA C22.2

CE Low Voltage EN60950: 1992, A1+A2+A3+A4

Directive (73/23/ Safety of Information Technology Equipment
EEC) including
amendments

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Parameter Specification Detail

EMC FCC Part 15 Class A USA

VCCI Class A Japan

CISPR 22 Class A Australia, New Zealand, EU

CNS 13438 Class A Taiwan

ICES-003 Class A Canada

En 55022 Class A EU

KN22 Class A Korea

Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Storage Orientation

This section provides information on the disk drives and storage system for the MediaDeck.

About the MediaDeck Storage System

The Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 includes the following storage features:

 Four disk drive capacity, all contained in a 1RU chassis. The chassis can house a 3+1 RAID
set. All drives install from the front of the chassis. Refer to Supported Configurations for
additional information.
 Drives are hot-swappable
 High-performance 2 TB SATA disk drives provide a total of 6 TB of usable space.
 480 GB solid-state drives provide a total of 1.406 TB (1440 GB) of usable space.

Supported Configurations
The following table shows the available disk drive configurations in the Spectrum MediaDeck
7000.
Table 4–8: Disk Drive Configurations

# Drives RAID Sets Capacity per Drive Storage Capacity

4 SATA 3+1 2 TB 6 TB

4 SSD 3+1 480 GB 1.406 TB (1440 GB)

NOTE: No other disk drive configurations are supported.

Front View
To access the disk drives, you must first remove the front bezel.
To remove the front bezel:
1. Loosen the two captive thumb screws that secure the bezel to the chassis.
2. Pull the bezel directly away from the chassis.

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Figure 4–14: Removing the Bezel

Figure 4–15 illustrates a front view of the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 disk drives.

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.
1. Drive Bays 0-3

0 1 2 3

2. Drive Cage

5. Activity LED

6. Status LED

3. Drive Carrier Module

4. Drive Latch

Figure 4–15: MediaDeck Disk Drives

1. Drive Bays
The drive cage assembly contains 4 Drive Bays at the front, each of which accommodates a plug-
in drive carrier module. The 4 drive bays are arranged in a row. As viewed from the front of the
chassis, bay numbers are defined as follows:

Drive 0 Drive 1 Drive 2 Drive 3

NOTE: Disk drives can be installed in any order.

2. Drive Cage
The Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Drive Cage consists of a sheet metal enclosure assembly
containing a Backplane PCB and module runner system. The disk cage comes installed in the
Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 chassis.
3. Drive Carrier Module
A Drive Carrier Module houses a single MediaDeck disk drive.
Each die-cast aluminum carrier provides excellent thermal conduction, radio frequency and
electro-magnetic induction protection, and affords maximum protection for the drive.
4. Drive Latch
The Drive Latch releases the carrier handle, allowing you to remove and install the Drive Carrier
Module.

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5. Activity LED
The Drive Carrier Module’s upper Activity LED (Blue) has three states:
 Off: The drive has failed or the drive is unplugged.
 On, solid: The drive is powered on.
 Blinking: The drive is active.
6. Status LED
The Drive Carrier Module’s lower Status LED (Red) has five states:
 Solid: The drive is not being used by the unit.
 Rapid blink (4 per second): The drive has failed.
 Slow blink (1 per second): The drive is being winked.
 Two rapid blinks then pause: The drive is being rebuilt.
 Off: The drive state is normal.

Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 Disk Drive Troubleshooting

About Data Security
Note the following important points regarding data security.
 Disk units are fragile. Handle them with care, observe static electricity precautions, and keep
them away from strong magnetic fields.
 If you remove a drive module, replace it immediately. If it is faulty, replace it with a drive
module of the same type and capacity.
 Ensure that all disk drives are removed from the enclosure before attempting to manhandle or
move the rack installation.

About the Automatic Diagnostic for New Disk Drives

When a new disk drive (one never previously used by an Harmonic system) is installed in a
MediaDeck, the software automatically performs a diagnostic to ensure the performance of the
disk drive. This diagnostic takes approximately five minutes. When installing multiple disk drives,
the diagnostic is performed in parallel on all new disk drives.
 If a new disk drive passes the diagnostic, the drive is made available to the file system and no
action is required.
 If a new disk drive is found to be usable but has performance issues, an alarm will appear in
SystemManager indicating that the drive has marginal performance. For information on
viewing alarms, refer to “Viewing and/or Clearing Alarms” in the Harmonic SystemManager
User's Guide. For assistance, contact Technical Support.
 If a new disk drive is found to be unusable, an alarm will appear in SystemManager indicating
the cause. Follow the instructions in “Replacing a Disk Drive” in the “Spectrum MediaDeck
7000” chapter of the Spectrum Component Replacement Guide to replace the disk drive. For
assistance, contact Technical Support.

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About Proactive Drive Alarming and Removal

Overview of Proactive Drive Alarming and Removal
The Proactive Drive Alarming and Removal feature enhances the ability of the MediaDeck to
detect and recover from various drive error conditions while minimizing disruption to the system.
There are several drive error conditions that will cause the system to attempt to mark a drive as
bad and remove it from the associated RAID set. Since failing an active drive in a RAID set can
cause the RAID set to become compromised, several checks are done before failing the drive. A
drive is proactively removed from the RAID set only if the following conditions are true:
 The Filesystem has been started.
 All drives in the RAID set are on-line and ready.
 No more than one other drive in the RAID set has bad blocks.
 The target drive belongs to a RAID set that is not compromised, rebuilding, or is the rebuild
target.
Additional drive conditions that prevent a drive from being auto-failed include:
 The drive is in the process of a bad block repair.
 The drive is in the process of a drive firmware upgrade.
 The drive is being formatted.

NOTE: For Persistent Login Failures and Insubordinate Disks, the conditions mentioned above do not
apply. Drive are auto-failed regardless of the state of the file system or other drives in the drive’s RAID set.

Disk read/write errors can be either persistent or intermittent:

 Persistent Errors: An error at the same disk drive address that recurs at least 5 times on
writes or 10 times on reads. This error is sometimes referred to as a “Hard Error.”
 Intermittent Errors: An error the same disk drive address that recurs less than 5 times on
writes and less than 10 times on reads. This error is sometimes referred to as a “Soft Error.”
The SystemManager Application reports on the following drive error conditions:
 SMART Warnings: Critical alarms (red) are generated for any drive that issues a SMART
warning. Drives that exhibit SMART warnings will attempt to be auto-failed by the Spectrum
MediaDeck 7000 and should be replaced as soon as possible.
 Hardware Errors: Critical alarms (red) are generated for any drive that issues a Hardware
error. Drives that exhibit hardware errors will attempt to be auto-failed by the Spectrum
MediaDeck 7000 and should be replaced as soon as possible.
 Write Errors: Warning alarms (yellow) are generated for any drive that reports write errors.
Write errors are errors that can occur occasionally on any system and do not, by themselves,
imply catastrophic drive failures. See Notes About Bad-Block Auto-Repair for more information.
 Read Errors: Warning alarms (yellow) are generated for any drive that reports read errors.
Read errors are errors that can occur occasionally on any system and do not, by themselves,
imply catastrophic drive failures. Drives that exhibit any combination of read/write errors at
different disk drive addresses will attempt to be auto-failed by the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000
provided the RAID set criteria mentioned above is met. See Notes About Bad-Block Auto-Repair
for more information.

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 Auto-Fail Starting: Failure alarms (orange) are generated for any drive that exhibits a problem
requiring it to be removed from the RAID set. This alarm will report that the Auto-fail process
is queued and provide the reason for the attempted auto-failure.
 Auto-Fail Succeeded: Warning alarms (yellow) are generated for any drive that is successfully
removed from the RAID set after the auto-fail starting alarm. If this alarm is generated, the
drive will already have been failed. A rebuild should be started on the RAID set, and this drive
should be removed from the enclosure and replaced with a good drive.
 Auto-Fail Not Successful: Critical alarms (red) are generated for any drive that is not
successfully removed from the RAID set after the auto-fail starting alarm. If this alarm is
generated, a reason is given and user intervention is needed to correct the situation. Drive
auto-fail attempts are retried in five-minute intervals until the drive is successfully failed or the
error condition has been resolved. Reason codes and suggested user actions are as follows:
 RAID Set Compromised: A replacement disk needs to be added to the RAID set to allow
a rebuild of the RAID set. Once the rebuild has completed, an additional hot spare should
be added to the RAID set to allow for the failure of the bad drive.
 RAID Set Rebuilding: The auto-fail will proceed once the rebuild operation is complete.
 Bad Blocks in RAID Set: Bad blocks on other drives in the RAID set can cause the
rebuild to stall, which could result in data loss. As a result, a drive cannot be auto-failed if
there are other drives in the RAID set with bad blocks. The drive should be auto-failed by
the Spectrum MediaDeck 7000 after the bad blocks are repaired.

CAUTION: If an auto-fail is unsuccessful, be cautious when manually failing or removing any drives in
the RAID set. Failing another drive on a rebuilding RAID set or a compromised RAID set could cause all
MediaDecks to stop the file system.

 Disk Readiness Test Failure: A warning alarm (yellow) is generated for any drive that fails
a Disk Readiness Test. Approximately every four hours, each disk in the system is tested
for readiness. This test is transparent for disks that are currently in use but allows any disk
that is otherwise idle to indicate whether it believes itself ready for use. A drive may
respond to this test by generating a SMART warning or Hardware error, which are
discussed above, but it may also fail to respond at all. In this case, the Spectrum
MediaDeck 7000 will report a Disk Readiness Test Failure.

Notes About Bad-Block Auto-Repair

When an unreadable or unwritable (“Read Error” or “Write Error”) block occurs, the block is
internally marked as bad. After a short period to allow collection of clusters of bad-blocks, and if it
safe to do so, a bad-block auto-repair will be performed:
 The drive will be temporarily auto-failed from the RAID set.
 The failed blocks will be recovered or reallocated on the disk.
 Blocks that could not be recovered will be marked for later rebuild.
 The drive will be added back into the RAID set.
 A surgical rebuild will be performed. A surgical rebuild uses the MediaDeck RAID
functionality to regenerate the missing blocks that could not be recovered or were written to
the RAID set while the drive was removed.

Notes about Proactive Drive Alarming and Removal

Additional information regarding Proactive Drive Alarming and Removal is as follows:

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 Alarms are generated for Warning level situations in addition to alarms for Critical and Failure
level situations. You can also choose to alarm on Informational level situations. Informational
alarms represent messages that usually do not require user action but do provide context for
the overall operation of the system.

CAUTION: Use caution if setting the alarming level to include informational alarms when using the
email notification feature to send alarms to a pager or phone. In some cases, SystemManager application
alarms can be sent frequently.

Refer to “Filtering Alarms” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide for instructions on how to
select alarming levels.
 Disk polling and scrubbing capabilities identify silent disk drive failures, provoke alarms
through the SystemManager application, and ensure the availability of all disks in a RAID set.
The purpose of these enhancements is to proactively identify disk issues before they impact
the normal functioning of a system. Note however, that they may result in a slight elevation of
the frequency in which errors are reported.
 For additional information on disk drive alarming and removal, refer to “Viewing Drive
Properties” and “Viewing and Clearing Alarms” in the Harmonic SystemManager User Guide.

Checking Solid-State Drive (SSD) Life Expectancy

SystemManager displays the SSD life expectancy for any SSD installed in a MediaDeck as a
percentage. Replace the SSD by the time the life expectancy reaches 1%.
To check the SSD life expectancy in SystemManager:
1. To view Drive Properties, from the Configuration tab, click Disk Utilities, then click the icon
for your MediaDeck. From the second Disk Utilities page, click the icon for the drive that you
want to check.
2. The Drive Properties page will appear. SSD life expectancy is listed under Disk Statistics, as
shown in Figure 4–16.

Figure 4–16: Checking Solid State Drive Life Expectancy

For instructions on replacing an SSD, refer to “Replacing a Disk Drive” in the “Spectrum
MediaDeck 7000” chapter of the Spectrum Component Replacement Guide.

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Contacting the Technical Assistance Center
Harmonic Global Service and Support has many Technical Assistance Centers (TAC) located
Globally but virtually co-located where our customers can obtain technical assistance or request
on-site visits from the Regional Field Service Management team. The TAC operates a Follow-The-
Sun support model to provide Global Technical Support anytime, anywhere, through a single case
management and virtual telephone system. Depending on time of day, anywhere in the world, we
will receive and address your calls or emails in one of our global support centers. The Follow-the-
Sun model greatly benefits our customers by provided continuous problem resolution and
escalation of issues around the clock.

Table A–1: For Distribution and Delivery (Legacy Harmonic) Products

Region Telephone Technical Support E-mail

Americas 888.673.4896 or 408.490.6477 support@harmonicinc.com

EME +44.1252.555.450 support.emea@harmonicinc.com

APAC – Hong Kong +852 3713 9300 hongkongtechsupport@harmonicinc.com
India +91.92.2337.7880 support.southasia@harmonicinc.com
Russia +7 495 926-4608 RUsupport@harmonicinc.com
Africa +44.1252.555.450 support.emea@harmonicinc.com
China +86 10 8391 3313 chinatechsupport@harmonicinc.com

Table A–2: For Production and Playout (Legacy Omneon and Rhozet) Products

Region Telephone Technical Support E-mail

Americas 888.673.4896 or 408.490.6477 omneon.support@harmonicinc.com

EMEA +44.1252.555.450 omneonemeasupport@harmonicinc.com
APAC – Territories +65.6542.0050 apacsupport@harmonicinc.com
Japan +81.3.5565.6737 japansupport@harmonicinc.com
China - Mainland +86.10.8391.3313 chinasupport@harmonicinc.com
Russia and CIS +7 495 926-4608 RUsupport@harmonicinc.com

The Harmonic Inc. support website is:

http://www.harmonicinc.com/services-support

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Center

The Harmonic Inc. Distribution and Delivery product software downloads site is:
ftp://ftp.harmonicinc.com

The Harmonic Inc. Playout and Production software downloads site is:
ftp://ftp.Omneon.com//Updates/Omneon/Current/

The Harmonic Inc. corporate address is:

Harmonic Inc.
4300 North First St.
San Jose, CA 95134, U.S.A.
Attn: Customer Support
The corporate telephone numbers for Harmonic Inc. are:
Tel. 1.800.788.1330 (from the U.S. and Canada)
Tel. +1.408.542.2500 (outside the U.S. and Canada)
Fax.+1.408.542.2511

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Compliance, Safety, and Agency Approvals

NOTE: The information in this appendix may apply to purchased products.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. It may cause harmful
interference to radio communications if it is not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions in this manual. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference. If this occurs, the user will be required to correct the interference at his or
her own expense.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15, Subpart B of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Connections between the Harmonic equipment and other equipment must be made in a manner
that is consistent with maintaining compliance with FCC radio frequency emission limits.
Modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Harmonic may void the authority
granted to the user by the FCC to operate this equipment.

WEEE/RoHS Compliance Policy

Harmonic Inc. intends to comply fully with the European Union’s Directive 2002/96/EC as
amended, on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, also known as “WEEE,” and Directive
2002/95/EC, as amended, on the Restriction of use of Hazardous Substances, also known as
“RoHS.”
Harmonic will ensure that product which cannot be reused will be recycled in compliance with
the WEEE Directive. To that end, users are advised that (1) Harmonic equipment is not to be
discarded in household or office garbage, (2) Harmonic Inc. will pay the freight for shipment of
equipment to be disposed of if it is returned to Harmonic, (3) customers should call the normal
RMA telephone numbers to arrange for such shipment, and (4) for additional and updated
information on this process customers may consult the Harmonic website: http://
harmonicinc.com/pa_weee_recycle.cfm.
Harmonic will ensure that its products will be either reused or recycled in compliance with the
WEEE Directive. For the latest information concerning Harmonic’s WEEE/RoHS Compliance
Policy and its Recycling and Take-Back process, please visit our web site.

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Appendix B Compliance, Safety, and Agency Restricted Substance Statement
Approvals

Restricted Substance Statement

Harmonic products contain less than the permitted limits for the six restricted substances except
where exemptions published in the RoHS Directive are applicable. This statement is based on
vendor-supplied analysis or material certifications, and/or lab test results of the component raw
materials used in the manufacture of Harmonic products.

Restricted Substance Permitted limit*

Cadmium (Cd) < 0.01% (Cd)

Lead (Pb) < 0.1% (Pb

Chromium (VI) (Cr (VI)) < 0.1% (Cr VI)

Mercury (Hg) < 0.1% (Hg)

Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBBs) < 0.1% (PBBs)

*Homogeneous material definition as per the EU Directive.

产品中的有毒有害物质或元素的名称及含量表

Names and Contents of Toxic and Hazardous Substances

This section lists the names of contents of toxic or hazardous substances, or elements in the
products if the part is present.

该表显示哈雷公司产品中可能含有的有毒有害物质元配件的信息，除了来源于元配件供应商的物料成分资料，
亦来自其它相关的机构与资料。哈雷产品不一定使用这些元配件。
This table shows those components where hazardous substances may be found in Harmonic products based
on, among other things, material content information provided by third party suppliers. These components
may or may not be part of the product.

除非特殊注明，哈雷公司产品的环保使用期限 均为 20 年。该环保使用期限的有效条件为：必须遵循该产品使用手
册的规定，对该产品进行使用或存储。
The Environmental Protective Use Period for Harmonic products is 20 years unless displayed otherwise on
the product. The EPUP period is valid only when the products are operated or stored as per the conditions
specified in the product manual.

有毒有害物质或元素 (Hazardous Substance)

部件名称 (Part name)
铅 汞 镉 六价铬 多溴联苯 多溴二苯醚
(PB) (Hg) (Cd) (CrVI) (PBB) (PBDE)

印刷线路板 X O O O O O
(Printed Circuit Assemblies)

机械组件 X O O O O O
(Mechanical Subassemblies)

光学组件 X O O O O O
(Optical Subassemblies)

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有毒有害物质或元素 (Hazardous Substance)

部件名称 (Part name)
铅 汞 镉 六价铬 多溴联苯 多溴二苯醚
(PB) (Hg) (Cd) (CrVI) (PBB) (PBDE)

电源 X O O O O O
(Power Supplies)

缆线 / 线束 X O O O O O
(Cables, harnesses)

屏幕 / 显示器 X O O O O O
(Screens, Monitors)

金属零件 O O O O O O
(Metal Parts)

塑料 / 发泡材料 O O O O O O
(Plastics, foams)

电池 O O O O O O
(Batteries)

O: 表示在该部件的所有均质材料中，此类有毒有害物质的含量均小于 SJ/T11363-2006 标准所规定的限量。

O: Indicates the content of the toxic and hazardous substances at the homogeneous material level of the
parts is below the limit defined in SJ/T11363 2006 standard.

X: 表示至少在该部件的某一均质材料中，此类有毒有害物质的含量超出 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量。

X: Indicates that the content of the toxic and hazardous substances in at least one of the homogeneous
materials of the parts is above the limit defined in SJ/T11363 2006 standard.

Standards and Agency Approval

The following tables list regulatory standards and agency approvals:

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North America

Standards Agency Approval

EMI: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, ICES-003, Issue 2, Class A FCC

Safety: UL60950-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1 cTUV-us Mark

Europe

Standards Agency Approval

EMI/EMC: EN55022 Class A, EN55024, EN61000-3-2 CE

and EN61000-3-3

Safety: EN 60950-1, EN60825-1 TUV-GS or T-Mark, CE

RoHS2: Directive 2011/65/EU CE

Japan

Standards Agency Approval

EMI: VCCI V-3, VCCI V-3 / 2000.04, VCCI V-3 2009 VCCI

Australia and New Zealand

Standards Agency Approval

EMI: AS/NZS CISPR22 AS/NZS CISPR22

Canadian EMC Notice of Compliance

English: This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for the radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department
of Commerce.
French: Le prèsent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dèpassant les
limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.
EU Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity
We: Harmonic, Inc.
Declare under our sole responsibility that the products identified below comply with the following
EU Directives and Harmonized Standards stated.

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Applicable EU Directives for ContentBridge:

Regulatory
Directive(s) Notes
Compliance

ContentBridge 1000

EMC FCC Part 15, ICES-003 Class A for Digital Equipment,

CISPR 22 USA, Canada
2004/108/EC Electromagnetic EN55022, EN61000-3-2,
Compatibility including amendments EN61000-3-3, and EN55024

Safety TUV UL60950-1, CAN/CSA-

2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive C22.2 No. 60950-1Safety of
including amendments Information Technology
Equipment

ContentBridge 2010A

EMC FCC Class A

ICES Class B
CE Mark EN 55022 Class B,
EN55024, EN61000-3-2,
VCCI EN61000-3-3
BSMI Class B
C-Tick Class A
SABS Class B
CCC Class B
MIC Class B
Class A

Safety UL UL 60950-1
CAN/CSA CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.
EN 60950-1
IEC EN 60950-1, EN60825-1,
EN60825-2
IEC60950-1

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Regulatory
Directive(s) Notes
Compliance

ContentBridge 2010B/2010C

EMC ACMA or C-Tick Class A

BELLIS
KVALITET
ICES
CNCA or CCC
KONCAR
CE
SII
VCCI
OTAN – CKT
INSM
NEMKO
GOST
SABS
KCC
BSMI
UKRTEST or
UKRSERTCOMPUTER
FCC
STZ
ICT

Safety IRAM
BELLIS
SCC
CNCA or CCC
KONCAR
CE
TUV
IECEE
IECEE CB
SII
OTAN – CKT
KEBS
KUCAS
NYCE or NOM
INSM
SONCAP
NEMKO
GOST
KSA ICCP
NRCS
BSMI
UKRTEST or UKRSERTCOMPUTER
NRTL
STZ

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Applicable EU Directives for ContentDirector:

Regulatory
Directive(s) Notes
Compliance

ContentDirector 1000C, 10000D, and 2000

EMC ACMA or C-Tick Class A

BELLIS
KVALITET
ICES
CNCA or CCC
KONCAR
CE
SII
VCCI
OTAN – CKT
INSM
NEMKO
GOST
SABS
KCC
BSMI
UKRTEST or
UKRSERTCOMPUTER
FCC
STZ
ICT

Safety IRAM
BELLIS
SCC
CNCA or CCC
KONCAR
CE
TUV
IECEE
IECEE CB
SII
OTAN – CKT
KEBS
KUCAS
NYCE or NOM
INSM
SONCAP
NEMKO
GOST
KSA ICCP
NRCS
BSMI
UKRTEST or UKRSERTCOMPUTER
NRTL
STZ

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Applicable EU Directives for ContentServer and ContentStore:

Regulatory
Directive(s) Notes
Compliance

ContentServer 1042B/1042C-DP

EMC FCC Part 15, ICES-003 Class A for Digital

CISPR 22 Equipment, USA, Canada
89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility EN55022A:1998+A1:2000
including amendments +A2:2003
EN61000-3-2:2000,
EN61000-3-
3:1995+A1:2001
EN55024:1998
+A1:2001+A2:2003
Immunity

Safety TUV UL60950-1: 2003

73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive including CAN/CSA-C22.2 60950-1-3
amendments Safety of Information
Technology Equipment

ContentServer 2122/2124

EMC FCC Part 15, ICES-003 Class A for Digital

CISPR 22 Equipment, USA, Canada
89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility EN55022 EMISSIONS
including amendments EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-
3
EN55024 Immunity

Safety UL60950 IEC 60950

73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive including CAN/CSA-C22.2 60950
amendments Safety of Information
Technology Equipment

ContentServer 3000

EMC FCC (CFR 47, Part 15) Class A EN 55022, EN1000-2-3,

IECS-003, Issue 3, Class A EN1000-3-3
EN55024, AS/NZS 3548
(CISPR-22 Class A)
VCCI V-3

Safety IEC/EN 60950-1: CB report and CB certificate

UL/CSA 60950-1: cTUVus-mark

ContentStore 3160

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Regulatory
Directive(s) Notes
Compliance

EMC FCC (CFR 47, Part 15) Class A EN 55022, EN1000-2-3,

IECS-003, Issue 3, Class A EN1000-3-3
EN55024, AS/NZS 3548
(CISPR-22 Class A)
VCCI V-3

Safety IEC/EN 60950-1: CB report and CB certificate

UL/CSA 60950-1: cTUVus-mark

Applicable EU Directives for Network Switch 2924, 2948 and 5406:

Regulatory
Directive(s) Notes
Compliance

CE Low Voltage Directive is: 2006/95/EC, EN60950-1

EMC directive is: 2004/108/EC Safety of Information
Technology Equipment

EMC FCC Class A

VCCI Class A
EN 55022
CISPR-22 Class A

Safety CSA 22.2 No. 60950-1

60950-1
UL 60950-1
IEC 60950-1
EN

Applicable EU Directives for the MediaDeck 7000:

Regulatory
Directive(s) Notes
Compliance

CE Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) EN60950-1: 1992, A1 + A2

including amendments + A3 + A4
Safety of Information
Technology Equipment

EMC FCC Part 15, ICES-003 Class A for Digital Equipment,

ICES-003 USA
Directive of Electromagnetic Compatibility Class A for Digital Equipment,
EN55022: 1998 Canada
EN55024: 1998 (89/336/EEC) including
CISPR 22 amendments

Emissions from Information

Technology Equipment
Immunity for Information
Technology Equipment
Class A Others

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Applicable EU Directives for the MediaDirector 2201, 2202, 2251, 2252, and the MediaCenter:

Regulatory
Directive(s) Notes
Compliance

CE Low Voltage Directive is 2006/95/EC, EN 60950-1

EMC directive is: 2004/108/EC Safety of Information
Technology Equipment

EMC FCC Part 15 Class A USA

ICES-003 Canada
VCCI Class A Japan
CISPR 22 Class A Australia, New Zealand, EU
CNS 13438 Taiwan
EN 55022 Class A EU
KN22 Class A Korea

Safety UL 60950-1 First, Second Edition

CSA C22.2

Applicable EU Directives for MediaPort Series 5000, MediaPort 7000 Series, and ChannelPort:

Regulatory
Directive(s) Notes
Compliance

MediaPort 5000 Series, MediaPort 7000 Series, and ChannelPort

CE Low Voltage Directive is: 2006/95/EC, EN60950-1

EMC directive is: 2004/108/EC Safety of Information
Technology Equipment

EMC FCC Part 15, ICES-003 Class A for Digital Equipment,

ICES-003 USA
Directive of Electromagnetic Compatibility Class A for Digital Equipment,
EN55022 Canada
EN55024 (89/336/EEC) including
CISPR22 amendments

Emissions from Information

Technology Equipment
Immunity for Information
Technology Equipment
Class A Others

Safety UL/CUL, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 950-95 Third Edition and UL1950 Third
Edition
UL/CUL, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-03 First Edition and UL60950-1
First Edition

ChannelPort

Safety UL 670950-1, 2nd Edition

CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-03, 2nd Edition
IEC 60950-1:2005 (Second Edition) EN 670950-1,2006 + A11:2009

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Applicable EU Directives for the Ellipse1000 and 2000:

Regulatory
Directive(s) Notes
Compliance

CE Low Voltage Directive is: 2006/95/EC,

EMC directive is: 2004/108/EC

EMC EN55022, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3

and EN55024. VCCI V-3, AS/NZS
CISPR22, KN22 and KN24

Safety EN60950-1, EN60525-1, EN60825-2,

UL60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1

Applicable EU Directives for the Electra 1000, 5000, 5400, and 9200 encoders:

Regulatory
Directive(s) Notes
Compliance

CE Low Voltage Directive is: 2006/95/EC,

EMC directive is: 2004/108/EC

EMC EN55022, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3

and EN55024. VCCI V-3, AS/NZS
CISPR22

Safety EN60950-1, EN60525-1, EN60825-2,

UL60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1

Applicable EU Directives for the Electra 8000 encoders:

Regulatory
Directive(s) Notes
Compliance

CE Low Voltage Directive is: 2006/95/EC,

EMC directive is: 2004/108/EC

EMC EN55022, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3

and EN55024. VCCI V-3, AS/NZS
CISPR22, KN22 and KN24

Safety EN60950-1, EN60525-1, EN60825-2,

UL60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1

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Applicable EU Directives for the ION AVC HD, ION AVC SD, ION MPEG-2, ION MPEG-4 AVC, and
ION Multichannel encoders:

Regulatory
Directive(s) Notes
Compliance

CE Low Voltage Directive is: 2006/95/EC,

EMC directive is: 2004/108/EC

EMC EN55022, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3

and EN55024. VCCI V-3, AS/NZS
CISPR22

Safety EN60950-1, EN60525-1, EN60825-2,

UL60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1

Applicable EU Directives for ProStream 1000, 2000, 4000, 4500, 5000, and 8000:

Regulatory
Directive(s) Notes
Compliance

CE Low Voltage Directive is: 2006/95/EC,

EMC directive is: 2004/108/EC

EMC EN55022, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3

and EN55024. VCCI V-3, AS/NZS
CISPR22

Safety EN60950-1, EN60525-1, EN60825-2,

UL60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1

Applicable EU Directives for the MV400, MV450, and MV500 MPEG-2:

Regulatory
Directive(s) Notes
Compliance

EMC EN55022, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3

and EN55024. VCCI V-3, AS/NZS
CISPR22

Safety EN60950-1, EN60525-1, EN60825-2,

UL60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1

Important Safeguards and Notices

This section provides important safety guidelines for both the Operator and Service Personnel.
Specific warnings and cautions are found throughout the guide where they apply, but may not
appear here. Please read and follow the important safety information, noting especially those
instructions related to risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons.

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Safety and Regulatory Information for the ContentServer 3000 and

ContentStore 3160
Danger: Class 1 laser product.
Attention: Produit laser de classe 1
Warnung: Laserprodukt der Klasse 1
This equipment contains optical transceivers, which comply with the limits of Class 1 laser
radiation. Visible and invisible laser radiation may be emitted from the aperture of the optical
transceiver ports when no cable is connected. Avoid exposure to laser radiation and do not stare
into open apertures.

Lithium Battery Notice for Service Personnel

This product contains a lithium battery. Although the battery is not field-serviceable, observe the
following warning:

Mark Notes

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is replaced with incorrect type.

Replace only with the same type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.

WARNING: CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE ADVISORY

Some lithium batteries, may contain perchlorate material. The following
advisory is provided: “Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply, see
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/” for information.

ATTENTION: II y a danger d'explosion s'il a remplacement incorrect de la

batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du meme type ou d'un
type equivalent recommande par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les
batteries usagees conformement aux instructions du fabricant

WARNUNG: Bei Einsetzen einer falschen Batterie besteht Explosionsgefahr.

Ersetzen Sie die Batterie nur durch den gleichen oder vom Hersteller
empfohlenen Batterietyp. Entsorgen Sie die benutzten Batterien nach den
Anweisungen des Herstellers.

WARNING: This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit

(overcurrent) protection. Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than
120 VAC, 15A U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international) is used on the phase
conductors (all current-carrying conductors).

ATTENTION: Pour ce qui est de la protection contre les courts-circuits

(surtension), ce produit dépend de l'installation électrique du local. Vérifier
qu'un fusible ou qu'un disjoncteur de 120 V alt., 15 A U.S. maximum (240 V
alt., 10 A international) est utilisé sur les conducteurs de phase (conducteurs
de charge).

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Mark Notes

WARNUNG: Dieses Produkt ist darauf angewiesen, daß im Gebäude ein

Kurzschluß- bzw. Überstromschutz installiert ist. Stellen Sie sicher, daß eine
Sicherung oder ein Unterbrecher von nicht mehr als 240 V Wechselstrom,
10 A (bzw. in den USA 120 V Wechselstrom, 15 A) an den Phasenleitern
(allen stromführenden Leitern) verwendet wird.

WARNING: To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a

rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains
stable. These guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:

 This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit
in the rack.

 When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the
bottom to the top with he heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.

 If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before
mounting or servicing the unit in the rack.

ATTENTION: Pour éviter toute blessure corporelle pendant les opérations de

montage ou de réparation de cette unité en casier, il convient de prendre des
précautions spéciales afin de maintenir la stabilité du système. Les directives
ci-dessous sont destinées à assurer la protection du personnel.

 Si cette unité constitue la seule unité montée en casier, elle doit être
placée dans le bas.

 Si cette unité est montée dans un casier partiellement rempli, charger le

casier de bas en haut en plaçant l'élément le plus lourd dans le bas.

 Si le casier est équipé de dispositifs stabilisateurs, installer les

stabilisateurs avant de monter ou de réparer l'unité en casier.

WARNUNG: Zur Vermeidung von Körperverletzung beim Anbringen oder

Warten dieser Einheit in einem Gestell müssen Sie besondere Vorkehrungen
treffen, um sicherzustellen, daß das System stabil bleibt. Die folgenden
Richtlinien sollen zur Gewährleistung Ihrer Sicherheit dienen:

 Wenn diese Einheit die einzige im Gestell ist, sollte sie unten im Gestell
angebracht werden.

 Bei Anbringung dieser Einheit in einem zum Teil gefüllten Gestell ist das
Gestell von unten nach oben zu laden, wobei das schwerste Bauteil unten
im Gestell anzubringen ist.

 Wird das Gestell mit Stabilisierungszubehör geliefert, sind zuerst die

Stabilisatoren zu installieren, bevor Sie die Einheit im Gestell anbringen
oder sie warten.

The Technical File is available to proper authorities and the product is marked.

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Safety Symbols
The product is marked with these symbols when it is necessary to refer to the manuals to prevent
damage to the product.

Symbol Name Description

Caution Please observe the following important cautions:

 When installing this equipment, always comply with

the National Electrical Standard and local electrical
standard for attachment of the power cords.

 Risk of explosion if battery is replaced incorrectly or

with an incorrect type. There are no user-serviceable
batteries inside products. Refer to qualified
personnel only to service the replaceable batteries.
Dispose of batteries according to the instructions.

 Use only specified replacement parts.

 Follow static precautions at all times when handling

this equipment.

 Slots and openings in the chassis are provided for

ventilation. Do not block them. Leave the back of the
frame clear for air exhaust cooling and to allow room
for cabling — a minimum of 6 inches (15.25 cm) of
clearance is recommended.

 Disconnect all AC power supplies when servicing any

unit.

Warning Please observe the following important warnings:

 Any instructions in this guide that require opening the
chassis or removing a board should be performed by
qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not perform any servicing unless
you are qualified to do so.

 Heed all warnings on the unit and in the operating

instructions.

 Do not use this product in or near water. Disconnect

all AC power before installing any options or servicing
the unit unless instructed to do so by this manual.

 This product is grounded through the power cord

grounding conductor. To avoid electric shock, plug
the power cord into a properly wired receptacle
before connecting the product inputs or outputs.

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Symbol Name Description

 Route power cords and other cables so that they are

not likely to be damaged. Disconnect power before
cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners; use
only a damp cloth.

 Dangerous voltages exist at several points in this

product. To avoid personal injury, do not touch
exposed connections and components while power
is on. Do not insert anything into either of the
system’s two power supply cavities with power
connected.

 Do not wear hand jewelry or watches when

troubleshooting high current circuits, such as the
power supplies.

 To avoid fire hazard, use only the specified correct

type, voltage and current rating as referenced in the
appropriate parts list for this product. Always refer
fuse replacement to qualified service personnel.

 Mechanical Loading - Mounting of the equipment in

the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is
not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.”

Laser Warning Please observe the following laser warnings:

 Invisible Laser Radiation, when open or when

operating with the fiber disconnected. AVOID
DIRECT EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM. Never operate a
unit with a broken fiber or with a separated fiber
connector.

Safety Precautions
To avoid injury and prevent equipment damage, observe the following safety precautions:
 Do not move or ship equipment unless it is correctly packed in its original wrapping and
shipping containers.
 Only Harmonic trained personnel can undertake equipment service and maintenance.
 To prevent damage by lightning, ground the unit according to local regulations.
 Do not permit unqualified personnel to operate the unit.

AC Power Supply to the Unit

To ensure correctly and safely operation of the unit, the following are required:
 Adding to the system a UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply) and an AVR (Automated Voltage
Regulator) is highly recommended.

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 Installing the main power supply by a qualified electrician, according to power authority
regulations. Make sure all powering are wired with an earth leakage, according to local
regulations.
 It is recommended to install the encoder within 1.5m (approximately 5 feet) from an easily
accessible grounded AC outlet.
 When the encoder is rack-mounted, ensure that the rack is correctly grounded.

DANGER: To ensure that the rack is correctly grounded by a qualified electrician. Incorrectly grounded
equipment may result in electrical shock.

DC Power Supply to the Unit

In the case the unit is fitted with DC power inputs, the following are required:
 Never work on DC powered equipment while power is applied. Disconnect power before
making connections to the device.
 Ensure a suitable overcurrent device is inline between the equipment and the power source.

Rack Mount Instructions

 Elevated Operating Ambient: If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating
ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient
temperature. Consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment
compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by the manufacturer.
 Reduced Air Flow: Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of
air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
 Mechanical Loading: Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous
condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
 Circuit Overloading: Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the
supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on overcurrent
protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings
should be used when addressing this concern.
 Reliable Earthing: Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained.
Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to
the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips).

Handling Fibre Channel Cables

 Always read and comply with the handling instructions on the shipping container.
 Follow all ESD precautions and approved fiber cleaning procedures.
 The fiber is made of a very pure, expensive glass and should be treated with great care.
Handle fibers only in areas that are very clean and do not contain sharp objects.
 Wear finger cots or gloves as dirt and oils can damage the fiber and contaminate connectors.
 Do not allow kinks or knots to develop in the fiber. If tangles occur, carefully work out the
tangles avoiding pulling or bending the fibre beyond its bend radius.
 Always use the correct tools for stripping and cleaving the fiber. It will save time and reduce
breakage caused by scratches.

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 If you must secure a bundle of fiber cables together, avoid plastic and metal tie wraps; secure
with velcro instead.

Product End-of-Life Disassembly Instructions

This section provides instruction for the disassembly of the indicated Harmonic Spectrum
MediaDeck 7000 product family in order to remove components requiring selective treatment, as
defined by the EU WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC).

Qty in the
Description Notes Location
product

Printed Circuit Board With a surface greater than 2 Inside the chassis
Assemblies (PCBA) (PCBA)) 10 sq. cm (Additional PCBA-s
may be present depending
on the configuration)

Batteries All types including standard 1 LITHIUM COIN, P/N

alkaline and lithium coin or 57-1006
button style batteries 3V,20MM,2PIN
on the main Base
board.
California USE Only:
Perchlorate Material
- For handling see:
www.dtsc.ca.gov/
hazardouswaste/
perchlorate

Mercury-containing For example, mercury in None

components display backlights, switches,
batteries

Liquid Crystal Displays (LCD) Includes background None

with a surface greater than 100 illuminated displays
sq cm

Video display device With a screen size of more None

than 10 cm measured
diagonally

Cathode Ray Tubes (CRT) None None

Capacitors / condensers None

(Containing PCB/PCT)

Electrolytic Capacitors / None

Condensers measuring greater
than 2.5 cm in diameter or
height

External electrical cables and 2

cords

Gas Discharge Lamps None

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Qty in the
Description Notes Location
product

Plastics containing Brominated None

Flame Retardants

Components and parts None

containing toner and ink,
including liquids, semi-liquids
(gel/paste) and toner

Components and waste None

containing asbestos

Fiber-optic cables None

Laser parts None

Radioactive components, parts None

or materials

The following table lists the required tools.

Description Size

Philips screw drivers #1 and #2

Flat-head screw driver small

Flat-head screw driver large

Diagonal-cutting pliers, long-nose pliers ~5"

Sockets 11/32", 1/2", 5/8", and 9/16" (deep)

Special tools to remove specific components Not needed

Product Disassembly Process

1. Disassemble equipment at a dedicated area only, gather the needed tools for disassembly.
2. Remove covers, housing, etc.
3. Remove and separate subassemblies (i.e. lasers, cables, metals, displays, fans, etc.).
4. Separate hazardous materials from the remainder of the material.
a. Sort hazardous materials into their different types (i.e., batteries, hazardous liquids,
hazardous solids, fiberglass, etc.).
b. Proceed with hazardous waste management processes only.
5. Identify re-usable materials/subassemblies and separate these from the rest of the material.
6. Identify and separate recyclable materials as per below examples:
a. Scrap material to be sent to smelter(s).
b. E-waste such as displays, CPU's, cables and wires, hard drives, keyboards, etc.
c. Metals such as steel, brass, and aluminum.
d. Plastics such as fan casings, housings, covers, etc.

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e. Fiber optics and plastic tubing not containing electrical or data wiring.

Safety Rules
Recycler personnel are to wear personal protective equipment including proper eye protection,
proper hand protection, and proper breathing protection if needed.
Recycler personnel shall be experienced with using the proper tools required for disassembling
equipment. Untrained personnel shall not disassemble Harmonic products. Unfamiliarity with
tools can cause damage and injury.

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