HDX-1100 Aircraft/Terrestrial High Power HD Video Transmitter User and Technical Manual Manual Part No. 400613-1 Rev.
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1 About the HDX-1100 The HDX-1100 Aircraft/Terrestrial High Power HD Video Transmitter (HDX-1100) (shown) is a lightweight and rugged transmitter that is suited for mobile and aircraft environments; able to withstand constant vibration, shock, temperature swings, and humidity. Common uses include law enforcement surveillance and video collection. The HDX-1100 supports H.264/MPEG-2 and HD/SD.
Note Hazardous RF radiation limits and recommended distances may vary by country. Observe all applicable state and federal regulations when using this transmitter. To perform calculations to understand the safe exposure margin (MPE), use the following formula suggested by OET 65. The calculations provided are for common antennas often utilized in the ENG environment.
Maximum Permissible Exposure @ 200 milliWatts RF Power 2 Power Density (mW/cm^2) The figure to the right is a typical graph for a Vislink HDX-1100 Transmitter and shows the permissible exposure distance for various antennas. Graphs and data will vary, based on the actual transmitter, output power, frequency, and antenna utilized. One plot provides the permissible output of the transmitter for digital modulation, and the other plot for analog modulation. 1.5 0dBi 2dBi 3dBi 5dBi 11dBi 1 0.5 0 0 0.
3.3 Selecting the RF Output Level The HDX-1100 recalls the most recently saved RF output power level when it is powered up. To select between high or low power for the RF output level, do the following: 1. Press the RF HI/LOW key. 2. Press RF HI/LOW key to toggle between HI or LOW RF output level. 3. Press the SAVE key to select the new RF Power output setting. If the SAVE key is not pressed within 5 seconds, the RF output level returns to the most recently used value and the selection mode is canceled.
Use a 9-pin RS-232 null-modem cable to connect the communication path between the RCU and the HDX-1100. A receptacle at the rear of the controller supplies DC power to the RCU. Vislink provides the 2-pin Weidmuller connector (Part # 52104-2) to connect to the power receptacle at the rear of the controller. The required power range is from +10—+50 Vdc (negative ground only). If the RCU displays a C in the preset window, the HDX-1100 has lost power or a communication error has occurred.
3. Select Video Transport Stream from the Video drop down menu. The Transport Stream Settings screen appears. 4. Configure the video and audio parameters as required for the preset and click Apply. 5. Select RF Settings from the Radio drop down menu. The RF Band Settings screen appears. 6. Configure the video and audio parameters as required for the preset and click Apply.
7. Select Modulation Settings from the Radio drop down menu. The Modulation Settings screen appears. 8. Configure the video and audio parameters as required for the preset and click Apply. 9. Select Encryption Settings from the Radio drop down menu. The Encryption Settings screen appears. 10. Configure the video and audio parameters as required for the preset and click Apply. Note For 128-bit encryption, enter 32 hexadecimal characters. For 256-bit encryption, enter 64 hexadecimal characters.
11. Select Ancillary Data from the Radio drop down menu. The Ancillary Data Settings screen appears. 12. Configure the video and audio parameters as required for the preset and click Apply. 13. Select Preset Settings from the Radio drop down menu. The Presets screen appears. 14. Configure the video and audio parameters as required for the preset and click Store. 5.1 Recalling a Preset Configuration from a PC 1. Select Preset from the Radio drop down menu. 2. Select the preset number and click Load.
6 HDX-1100 Specifications The following figure shows the front, back, top, and side views of the HDX-1100. • Dimensions: 3.78 x 7.62 x 12.68 inches • Weight: 7 pounds (3.2 kg) • Operating temperature: –10 °C to +65 °C; storage temperature: –40 °C to +75 °C • Humidity: up to 95% relative and non-condensing • Altitude: up to 20,000 feet (6,000 m) 6.1 Band and Frequency Options You can order the HDX-1100 for the following frequency bands.
6.3 RF OUT Connector The RF Type N female connector attaches the antenna to the unit. Connector 6.4 Pin Description Pin Signal Ring Ground DC POWER and CONTROL Connector DC voltage for the HDX-1100 is +10 Vdc to +32 Vdc with reverse voltage protection. Ensure that the power being supplied matches the power required by the equipment. I/O connector 26-Pin Male D connector pin-outs are shown in the following table: Connector 6.
6.6 Encryption Only one encryption scheme is available in a single firmware build. • AES 128-bit • AES 256-bit Note 6.7 ASI input streams are not encrypted RF Output Power • High Power Mode: Enables PA and supplies output power of 10 W. • Low Power Mode: Enables PA supplies output power of 1 W (or 10% of whatever the high power mode is for the PA). • Impedance: 50 Ohms (with VSWR <= 1.
7 Getting Support for Your HDX-1100 You can contact the Vislink Technical Support staff as follows: 24-hour Worldwide Technical Support E-mail: Telephone: support@mrcbroadcast.com +1 978-671-5929 or 888-777-9221 Customer Service E-mail: Telephone: customerservice@mrcbroadcast.com +1 978-671-5700 Press 3 Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM EST USA When you contact Technical Support, include the following information: • Model number and serial number of the unit (located on a label on the bottom of each unit).
