Multi-mode Mobile Transmit System User and Technical Manual Manual Part No. RD001358 Rev.
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Table of Contents Introduction ........................................................................................7 Features ...............................................................................................................8 System Description..........................................................................10 Operational Modes ............................................................................................ 11 Operating Controls.........................................
SNG Information - Frequency Tune Mode - IDU Touchscreen Control .........41 SNG BUC Setup - Frequency Tune Mode - IDU Touchscreen Control .........42 SNG Information - Channel Plan Mode - IDU Touchscreen Control ..............43 Frequency Tuning Example With BUC Enabled ............................................44 SNG Status .....................................................................................................44 Steps to Stream Video in SNG Mode .............................................
Modify Presets Cellular Settings .....................................................81 Cellular ...............................................................................................................81 Video .................................................................................................................83 Encoder..............................................................................................................83 Transport Stream .........................................
Safety Instructions • • • • Always use the correct power source during operation to avoid damaging the product. Rough handling of the product may cause physical damage or malfunction. It is not recommended to use NewStream in harsh weather conditions or very low or high temperatures. To ensure that the warranty remains valid, please do not disassemble the unit. Internal Battery The NewStream IDU contains one lithium coin battery for the maintenance of the time and date function.
Introduction NewStream is a rack-mounted microwave van transmit system designed to combine transmission technologies into a single 2 RU chassis platform. It is designed to make the gathering and transmission of news events a seamless and comprehensible task.
Features The award-winning NewStream system offers multi-mode operation which can include: • ENG [Electronic News Gathering] • SNG [Satellite News Gathering] • CNG [Cellular News Gathering] Transmission Integrity – Consistent Microwave, Cellular and Satellite transmission is possible using the NewStream system. Multiple aggregated 3G/4G LTE internal modems are optimized to provide regulated and consistent video transmission data throughput.
Features [continued] Compact, space-efficient 2RU x 19” EIA all-inclusive rack mount design for ENG, CNG and SNG control [CNG and SNG are Upgrade Options]. Preserves legacy BAS ENG Van Transmission functionality: the NewStream system allows use of existing ENG Nycoil Assemblies configured for Type N, TNC or Triax connections. Space Efficient ENG ODU: 2, 4, 7, 13, 2/7 GHz mast-mounted single enclosure with built-in RF coaxial relay for omni-directional antenna selection.
System Description The NewStream compact video transmitter system provides reliable and flexible microwave modulation, Cellular/Wi-Fi and MPEG2,/H.264 encoding functions. The NewStream system includes an Indoor Unit [IDU] consisting of the 19-inch wide, 2-rack unit [2RU] high, rack-mounted transmitter, as shown in Figure 3, and a mast-mounted Microwave Outdoor Unit [ODU] or RF Unit [RFU]. The ODU is also known as an RF head and/or Cellular Outdoor Unit [C-ODU] on-roof mounted units.
A fully equipped NewStream system is High Definition-ready and provides a robust HD link from the field to the studio with several digital video input formats accepted. In addition, NewStream accepts analog audio inputs. NewStream ODUs can be single or dual band configurations and come in many different RF bands. These ODUs contain integrated RF up-conversion circuitry and high power RF amplifiers for maximum power and signal quality.
The ODU shown in Figure 4, performs the signal up-conversion from 70 MHz IF to RF [2 GHz or 7 GHz] and provides signal amplification, as required. The NewStream IDU is typically mounted in a standard 19-inch [48.3 cm] rack for mobile installations and the ODU is mounted on an antenna mast. The IDU contains the baseband circuitry, power supply and control modules.
All installations include an antenna, either directional, omni-directional or both. A legacy Vislink RF switch can used on the antenna mast to select the antenna required or a built-in RF switch when using NewStream ODUs can also be used. Antenna feed power and control is available at the ODU via an 8 pin circular connector. When using the mast-mounted antenna[s], a Nycoil conduit sheath covers the wiring harness between the IDU and the ODU, as shown in Figure 4.
Table 1: NewStream Front Panel Operating Controls & Connections Control/ Connection A: Liquid Crystal Display B: RF Power Adjust C: Microwave/ Satellite Switch D: Microwave/ Satellite Switch E: Frequency Display Type Capacitive Touch TFT 5 in. [diag.
Table 1: NewStream Operating Controls & Connections [continued] Control/ Connection M: RF Band Selection Switch Type OLED Multifunction Pushbutton Switch Button Text Indicates the current band Functions The RF Band selection button: This band depends upon the type of ODU that is connected. These indicators display the status of the transmission strength of the six cellular modems.
Connections Connections to the NewStream transmitter are shown in the illustration below. The Video input BNC connector, external antenna, power switch and SIM slots are located on the right side of NewStream.
IDU Local Operation The NewStream IDU front panel provides monitoring and control of the entire system. The Liquid Crystal Display [LCD] touchscreen provides menu screens for the set-up, control and diagnostic status of both the IDU and ODU [see Figure 5 item A]. The LCD also provides a preview monitor of the source video that is being transmitted by ENG, SNG or CNG. If you are not in a sub-menu, the preview video is displayed. If there is no video feed, the screen is blank.
When you locate the preset that you want to load, press the blinking Enter Preset button [Figure 5 item J]. This action automatically turns off any NewStream RF transmitting device [for example: PA On, Carrier On or Cellular On]. The Enter button will not be illuminated indicating that the NewStream operating system has begun loading the selected preset. Once the preset has been loaded, the Enter button is lit green, indicating that the preset is operating normally.
Changing Channels The 16x2 Frequency display presents the current Channel number on the top line, as well as the frequency of the channel on the bottom line [see Figure 5 item E]. The available Channel selection depends on the type of ODU and preset selected [ENG vs SNG]. Refer to the Change ODU [RF Bands] section to learn how frequency bands are selected, and Change Preset to determine how presets are changed.
IDU Information Touchscreen IDU Information The IDU Network Settings touchscreen displays the following information: • IP Allocation [Static or Dynamic] • IP Address • Subnet • Gateway • DNS For further information about the listed settings, refer to the NewStream Settings Web interface section. Refer below to Figure 7 for the IDU Network Information and the Numeric Entry Pad that appears when you press the entry fields. Swipe to the right on the touchscreen to display the IDU Version screen.
IDU Version The IDU Software Version and Update touchscreen displays the following information: • Current IDU software version • Update option [press the Begin button to initiate upgrade] Both pages can be viewed by swiping the screen and observing the placement of the scroll bar at the bottom of the IDU Information touchscreen, as shown in Figures 7 and 8.
Software Upgrade Process The following procedure must be strictly adhered to when you are issued an upgrade for the latest firmware. 1. Copy NewStream software file [.nsu file type] to the root of a partitioned USB flash drive [data stick]. 2. Insert the flash drive in the USB port on NewStream’s front panel 3. Press the IDU button on NewStream’s touchscreen and swipe to the IDU Version touchscreen [refer to Figure 8]. 4.
Preset Export and Import Export Process The Import and Export of Presets can be accomplished from the IDU front panel and under Remote control. Refer to the Modify Presets Web interface for more information about the Remote control options. To Export or Save presets from the NewStream’s IDU, insert a flash drive into the front panel USB port and swipe from the IDU Information touchscreen to display to the Presets touchscreen, as shown below.
Figure 11 shows the affirmation of your Export of preconfigured settings to the flash drive. With this drive you can distribute the preset files by the drive itself, via email or by saving the presets on a shared server, from which any NewStream operator can access remotely. Press Continue to conclude the preset export process.
Figure 12: NewStream IDU Load Presets Confirmation Touchscreen When the presets have been loaded to your IDU, a confirmation of success screen will appear, as shown in Figure 13. Press Continue to conclude the preset import process. Figure 13: NewStream IDU Presets Loaded Success Touchscreen When you press the Restore button, NewStream takes a snapshot of your system each time you apply power to the IDU.
Local Microwave Control Microwave transmission is implemented using an ENG preset and the NewStream or legacy Outdoor Units. The ENG Status touchscreens are shown below and the ODU Information touchscreen is shown in Figure 14. ODU functional explanations follow along with diagrams of the NewStream and legacy ODUs in Figures A-1 through A-4.
Local RF Control There are two OLED buttons and one set of rocker switches that control Radio Frequency functionality [see Figure 5 items C and D]. ENG Mode The upper RF Control OLED button is used to control the Power Amplifier functionality [see Figure 5 item D]. This button toggles between PA ON to PA OFF. When you press this button, it will show inverted colors until the operation is complete.
The Encoding Status displays the information shown in Figures 14 and 15. The display layout changes if the Video Encoding Mode is set to External ASI, the remaining Encoder Status fields will show hyphens only. Also, Transport Stream Status will display hyphens as well.
Figure 17: NewStream ENG Transport Stream Status Touchscreen ODU Selection for RF Bands There is one OLED button on the NewStream touchscreen that corresponds to the ODU number labeled 1 or 2 on the rear panel, as well as ODU Frequency band that is currently used. NewStream automatically determines which ODU is to be selected. Refer below to Figure 18.
The ODU button allows you to view with which RF ODU NewStream is communicating. There are a few configurations of ODUs which can be selectable. A rear panel ODU switch is provided to set the NewStream IDU to the correct voltage and IF to communicate with either legacy [MTX 12V] or NewStream ODU [NST 48V] type. You cannot hook up multiple NewStream ODUs to the NewStream IDU.
ODU Disconnect/Reconnect During Operation The NewStream IDU always monitors the connection between itself and the ODU on the selected port. NewStream automatically detects whether the connection is lost between IDU and ODU within 15 seconds. If connection loss is detected, an alarm displays in the alarm indicator, the RF Band button displays NO ODU, and the 16x2 Frequency display is unlit and the selection LED button is lit red.
Alarms The Alarms touchscreen displays all the NewStream alerts or alarms. If a critical alarm is present, this button is red [as shown below]; when an alert or warning is present the Alarms button will be amber and with no alarm activated, the button is gray.
Configuration Mode The Configuration Mode touchscreen displays the current operational state of the NewStream system. The Local/Remote control button allows you to toggle between the two states. • • Local mode – operation and control of the transmitter is done solely from the IDU front panel and read only access is allowed to NewStream via the Web interface. Remote mode – operation and control of the system can be executed from the Web interface.
Configuring Cellular Communications When configuring Cellular Presets, you must type an IP Address to designate the destination for the cellular video stream. The LiveGear Receiver’s [LGR] IP address is the destination to communicate with the NewStream IDU. You must also designate the LGR Port and Channel numbers for the cellular video stream. Use the LGR Port and Channel numbers assigned for communication with NewStream.
NOTE: If you are placing the LGR behind a router/firewall, you will need to forward at a minimum, port 4001 TCP/UDP to the LGR. You can change the LGR’s listening port on the Setup > LGR Inputs Web page. If you do change the port, be sure to change the port on NewStream as well. 5. On the LiveGear Receiver: a. Using the touchscreen on the front panel, press the up arrow to display the WAN IP address.
CNG Touchscreens When the NewStream has the capability of operating in a cellular mode, the touchscreens are labeled CNG displaying information and settings specific to cellular transmission. When the NewStream does not detect the cellular ODU, the CNG information screen shows the message Cellular ODU is loading, please wait.
CNG Versions Use the slider at the bottom of the CNG Information touchscreen to display a listing of CNG Model number, Revision, Software and Encoder firmware version. CNG Status The Cellular Status touchscreens display Video Encoder, Transport Stream and Cellular Settings Status for the CNG preset configuration. Each of the screens can be viewed using a swiping motion. The scroll bar at the bottom of the Status touchscreens indicates the relative position of each screen.
Figure 24: NewStream CNG Transport Stream Status Touchscreen NewStream Video Cellular Transmitter Data Usage The monthly operating cost of a NewStream transmitter is entirely dependent upon the consumption of wireless broadband data. Wireless service providers typically offer monthly data packages with a maximum “use-it-or-lose-it” usage capped in gigabytes [GB] before data overuse charges are implemented, usually in 1 GB increments. A key attribute of H.
From a cost savings standpoint, it is judicious to set the maximum video encoding data rate to the lowest level required to support the kind of video being produced. In addition, NewStream’s adaptive bit rate encoding technology automatically reduces the encoding data rate based upon the degree of motion detected, to further enhance data usage conservation. Satellite [SNG] Operation NewStream’s satellite system allows you to transmit using your existing equipment.
Frequency Selection Block Up-converter Options When using Block Up-converter Options, you are able to enter the frequency that you want and the spectrum inversion properties of the Block Up-converter. The NewStream tunes the L-Band modulator with the proper calculation. This allows you to enter the LO [Local Oscillator] frequency of the Block Up-converter that you are using, and set which type of LO injection is used by the BUC.
SNG Information - Frequency Tune Mode - IDU Touchscreen Control To change settings within the SNG Information touchscreen, in Local Mode, press the Mode: botton to toggle to Frequency Tune Mode [see Figure 25]. Next, press the Power: button to display the numeric keypad, type the value in dBm and then press the Enter key on the keypad to set the L-Band power level. L-Band power settings range from -40 to 5 dBm.
SNG BUC Setup - Frequency Tune Mode - IDU Touchscreen Control When you swipe the slide control at the bottom of the SNG Information touchscreen, the BUC Setup touchscreen appears, as shown in the figure below. To Enable the Block Upconverter in Frequency Tune Mode, press the BUC: Enable/Disable button, as shown in Figure 26. When the NewStream IDU is in Frequency Tune Mode, under Local control, the Satellite BUC Setup touchscreen allows you to set a frequency in 1 kHz increments on the IDU touchscreen.
SNG Information - Channel Plan Mode - IDU Touchscreen Control Press the Frequency Tune button to toggle to the Channel Plan touchscreen, as shown in Figure 27. When the NewStream is in Satellite Channel Plan Mode, you select a frequency by scrolling through a pre-configured listing of channels. The frequency selection does not link presets and channels.
Frequency Tuning Example With BUC Enabled If the BUC Spectrum Non-Inverting LO Type is Low side, the sum of the NewStream frequency output IF and BUC is equal to: LO + [L-Band IF from NewStream] = Frequency display If the BUC LO Type is High Side is Spectrum Inverting, the difference between the frequency output IF and BUC is equal to: LO – [L-Band IF from NewStream ] = Frequency display As the name implies, Spectrum Non-Low Side LO type Inverting does not invert the Satellite Modulation however, Spectrum I
Steps to Stream Video in SNG Mode After configuring SNG Presets, you can continue in Remote mode to create Channel Plans to allow quick selection of frequencies used to begin transmitting video and audio signals. Refer to the Web interface Frequency Plans Page [SNG] section below for more information. The following steps must be followed to begin Satellite transmission while in Remote Mode. Each of the steps can also be done using the front panel in Local mode, the buttons and switches used are noted. 1.
IDU Touchscreen Last State Displayed When power is reapplied to the IDU, most of the configuration options of the NewStream IDU return to the last operational state, although there are a few exceptions to this rule. In general, RF energy is not applied upon startup in order to protect downstream ODUs. Instead, any state variables that control RF energy default to the powered down state. All other options retain the last state. The following list describes the state variables explicitly.
Remote Operation Using the Web Interface NewStream‘s Web interface provides an alternate means of control and configuration for NewStream when the operator selects the Remote control option in NewStream‘s touchscreen. Figure 29 displays an example of the Web interface in Remote control for the ENG mode, where multiple operators may configure the NewStream using the Web interface. Figure 31 and 32 display examples of the NewStream‘s SNG and CNG Web interface while in Local and Remote control modes.
Microwave Status Page The Microwave [ENG] Status Web page displays the following parameters of the NewStream transmitter: • Current Preset • RF Control • Encoding Status • Modulation Status • Frequency Control • Antenna Control • Cellular Control [Upgrade Option] • Cell Card Information [Upgrade Option] When you click the Current Preset drop-down, a list of available presets displays, allowing you to select an alternate.
Figure 29: NewStream Status Page [ENG Remote Control Mode] Page 49 NewStream User Guide and Technical Manual
Microwave Status Page [Continued] Radio Frequency Control Power Amplifier [ENG] This button allows you to augment NewStream’s transmission capabilities by turning on the RF power amplifier. This button is used to toggle the power amplifier between PA Standby and PA ON. The default state is Off. Carrier [SNG Upgrade Option] This button provides a means to toggle the CW carrier On and Off; enabling the carrier frequency output or disabling the carrier frequency output. The default state is Off.
Microwave Status Page [Continued] Encoding Status This set of fields present the settings to which the NewStream’s Encoder is currently set. These fields are read-only. Manual mode is accessed by the Setup drop-down menu. For further information refer to the Manual Mode Pages. Video Status This LED is lit green when video encoder is sending a signal to the designated receiver. It is lit red when Video transmission has stopped or when the video encoder is powered down.
Microwave Status Page [Continued] Modulation Status The Modulation Status fields present NewStream’s microwave settings for the selected preset.
Microwave Status Page [Continued] Bandwidth The Bandwidth value configured for the microwave preset is displayed as one of the following: • 6 MHz • 7 MHz • 8 MHz • 10 MHz • 20 MHz Spectrum The Spectrum field displays either Normal or Inverted. ASI Bitrate The Video Bitrate displayed ranges from 0 to 99.999 Mb/s. Antenna Polarization Control The Antenna Polarization Control section presents NewStream’s ODU antenna settings for the selected preset.
Microwave Status Page [Continued] Alarm Indicators When an Alarm is activated on the IDU, it will be indicated on the top, right-hand corner of the Status page, as shown below in Figure 30. The Alarm may indicate a cautionary warning or a critical situation, as shown in the example. Click the Alarm icon to display a Warning/Alert dialog box or mouse over the icon to view alarm details, as shown in the example.
Cellular Status Page A CNG Preset is displayed in the example below. If you are operating in Remote Control, you are allowed the choice of changing the preset within the Status page or initiating Cellular Transmission. Figure 31 shows the system in Local Control, where the Web page is read-only.
Cellular Status Page [Continued] Cellular Card Information This status listing displays each cellular card’s RSSI. The RSSI is the relative received signal strength in arbitrary units. RSSI is an indication of the power level being received by the antenna. The lower the RSSI number, the stronger the signal. Refer to the CNG Touchscreens section for more information.
Cellular Status Page [Continued] Video Status The Video Status LED idicates the current video transmission state. When lit green, the video signal is being transmitted to the LiveGear Receiver. When lit red, the signal is not being transmitted and an alarm state may be present [refer to Figure 31]. Destination Stream This field displays the IP Address that designates the destination for the cellular video stream - the LGR’s IP address. Port # This field displays the Port number, which ranges from 1 to 65,535.
Cellular Status Page [Continued] Video Resolution The Video Input Resolution field displays the following values: • 720p50, 720p60, 720p59.94 • 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60 • NTSC [National Television System Committee] • PAL [Phase Alternating Line] Scaling Factor The Scaling Factor describes the use of magnification in devices to compensate for differences between size of viewing areas.
Cellular Status Page [Continued] Max Bitrate This field displays a range of: • 256 kilobits per second [kbps] • 500 kbps • 768 kbps • 1.0 Megabit per second [Mbps] • 1.5 Mbps • 2.0 Mbps • 2.5 Mbps • 3.0 Mbps • 3.5 Mbps • 4.0 Mbps • 5.0 Mbps • 6.0 Mbps • 7.0 Mbps • 8.0 Mbps • 9.0 Mbps • 10.0 Mbps Audio Encoding 1 & 2 The Audio Input Encoding types that are displayed in this field include: • Off • MPEG Layer II — MPEG Audio Layer II is a core audio algorithm.
Satellite Status Page The Status Web page that displays when you select an SNG preset is shown in the figure below. When in Remote control, you are able to change presets using the Current Preset drop-down and the Appy Preset button.
Satellite Status Page [Continued] Radio Frequency Control Carrier This button provides a means to toggle the CW carrier On and Off; enabling the carrier frequency output or disabling the carrier frequency output. The default state is Off. Modulation This button allows you to turn Modulation on or off. Power Level This field displays the Satellite News Gathering L-Band RF level that is output from the rear panel L-Band connector.
Satelitte Status Page [Continued] Video Input The Video Input field displays one of the following options: • NTSC • NTSC No Pedestal • PAL • PAL-M • PAL-N • BARS-525 • BARS-625 • 720p50 • 720p59.94 • 1080i50 • 1080i59.94 • SDI-525 • SDI-625 • HD Bars Video Bitrate The Video Bitrate value ranges from 0-99.999 Mb/s. Profile The Profile field Profile values differ depending on encoding type [H.264 or MPEG2].
Satelitte Status Page [Continued] Audio Input 1 & 2 The Audio Input Encoding values that are displayed in this field include: • Test Tone • Analog • SDI Embedded • AES-EBU Balanced • AES-EBU Unbalanced Audio Bitrate [kbps] 1 & 2 The Audio Bitrate values for Audio 1 & 2 are displayed in this field.
Satelitte Status Page [Continued] Frequency This box displays the BUC Frequency for which NewStream is currently set. With BUC [Block Up-Converter Enabling] The block up-converter [BUC] is used in the transmission [uplink] of satellite signals. It converts a band of frequencies from a lower frequency to a higher frequency. Modern BUCs convert from the L-Band to Ku-band, C-band and Ka-band. • BUC LO Type: This field displays the BUC Local Oscillator [LO] Type frequency for which NewStream is currently set.
Satelitte Status Page [Continued] Modulation Status The Modulation Status fields present NewStream’s microwave settings for the selected preset.
Satellite Status Page [Continued] Symbol Rate Symbol Rate [aka baud or modulation rate] is the number of symbol changes [i.e. waveform changes or signalling events] made to the transmission medium per second using a digitally modulated signal or a line code. The Symbol Rate is expressed in Mega symbols/second [Ms/s]. The valid range is 1.0000-36.0000 Ms/s.
To create customized presets, click the copy tool to add a similar preset with the default parameters. This new preset is listed at the last entry field and you can begin customizing it by clicking the configure preset icon. Confirm that you want to leave the Modify Presets page and you are directed to a set up page that is similar to the page shown in Figure 33. You may rename the copy and save it by clicking the save icon.
Preset Configuration Preset Number [#] and drag the blue circle found The Preset Number can be reordered. Click in the column to the left of the Preset number [#] column to reorder the preset list. Click Save Changes to retain your modification of the Preset Numbers. Preset Name Specify an alphanumeric name of up to 32 characters for each preset. You may also use spaces and the following special characters: _ - ( ) / for the Preset Names.
it with a unique name and configure its parameters as needed for your ENG, CNG or SNG broadcasts. Delete a Preset Use the tool to delete a selected preset. Done Click the Done button once you’ve finished viewing the settings in the Modify Presets page. When you click Done no changes will be saved as you leave the page.
Default ENG Preset [Continued] Encryption Settings Encryption Mode: Off Security Key: [Undefined & Hidden] Transport Stream Service Name: preset1 Network Name: pre1_nw Program ID: [210] Network ID: [211] Transport ID: [212] Video PID: [213] PCR PID: [214] Audio A PID: [215] Audio B PID: [216] Data PID: [217] Modulation Settings Modulation Mode: DVB-T Spectrum: Normal Modulation: QPSK FEC: 1/2 Guard Interval: 1/8 Bandwidth: 8 MHz Cellular Settings Cellular Cell Mode Delay: Low Destination Stream: 8.8.8.
Modify Presets Setup Page When you select the Modify Presets menu item and confirm this action, the following setup page displays, allowing you to modify the NewStream transmitter’s preset. The example shown is a SNG Preset that has been copied from the default SNG Preset [see button, the Encoder, Modulation or Cellular the figure below]. When you click the Settings Modify Presets Web options appear.
Figure 35: Modify Presets Encoder Settings Page Page 72 NewStream User Guide and Technical Manual
Modify Presets Encoder Settings Video Settings Video Encoding The Video Encoding drop-down field allows the selection of one of three options: • MPEG2 • H.264 • External ASI Input Resolution The Video In drop-down field allows the selection of one of the following options: • NTSC • PAL • PAL-M • PAL-N • BARS-525 • BARS-625 • 720p50 • 720p59.94 • 1080i50 • 1080i59.
Modify Presets Encoder Settings [Continued] Closed Captioning The Closed Captioning drop-down field allows the selection of one of three options: • Off • CC-608 • CC-708 VBI The Vertical Blanking Interval option can be enabled with the selection of On. Encoder Settings Profile The Profile type drop-down field allows the selection of one of two options: • 4:2:0 MP@ML • 4:2:2 P@ML GOP In MPEG encoding, a Group of Pictures [GOP] specifies the order in which intra-frames are arranged.
Modify Presets Encoder Settings [Continued] Encryption Settings The Encryption Settings provide the selection of Encryption Mode and the Security Key. Encryption Mode This field allows selection of the following Encryption Modes for the microwave preset: • BISS1 — Basic Inter-operable Scrambling System, usually known as BISS, is a satellite signal scrambling system.
Modify Presets Encoder Settings [Continued] Network ID This field provides a means to differentiate the NewStream Transport Stream with a unique Network Identification [valid IDs range from 1 to 99999]. Transport ID This field provides a means to differentiate the NewStream Transport Stream with a unique identification [valid IDs range from1 to 99999]. Video PID This field displays the Video Packet Identification for the NewStream Transport Stream [valid IDs range from 32 to 8190].
Modify Presets Encoder Settings [Continued] Audio 1 & 2 Mode The Audio Mode parameters that are available in this field include: • Stereo • Dual Mono Audio 1 & 2 Bitrate This drop-down field presents a range of: • 128 kilobits per second [kbps] • 160 • 192 • 224 • 256 • 320 • 384 Wayside Data Format The Wayside Data Format parameters that are available in this field include: • Off • TTV • CJM2 (Normal) • Low Delay CJM2 Baud Rate The Baud Rate parameters that are available in this field include: • 1200 • 2400 •
Modify Presets Modulation Settings The Modulation Settings for preset modification Setup appears as shown in the figure below. This set of fields allows the configuration of ENG or SNG modulation settings. The modulation settings fields include modulation mode, spectrum, FEC, guard interval, bandwidth, symbol rate, roll off and DVB-S2 options configuration fields.
Modify Presets Modulation Settings [Continued] Modulation Settings Modulation Mode The Modulation Modes that are available are: • DVB-T • LMS-T • DVB-S [SNG only] • DVB-S2 [SNG only] Spectrum The choices for Spectrum are Normal or Inverted. Modulation This field displays the following modulation classes that can be selected for each microwave, cellular or satellite preset found in the Modify Presets page. This list is combines the values for both DVB-T and DVB-S modulations.
Modify Presets Modulation Settings [Continued] Bandwidth The 6, 7 and 8 MHz bandwidths are used for DVB-T and that 10 and 20 MHz are used for LMS-T. • 6 MHz • 7 MHz • 8 MHz • 10 MHz • 20 MHz Symbol Rate Symbol Rate [aka baud or modulation rate] is the number of symbol changes [i.e. waveform changes or signalling events] made to the transmission medium per second using a digitally modulated signal or a line code. The Symbol Rate is expressed in Mega symbols/second [Ms/s]. The valid range is 1.0000-36.
Modify Presets Cellular Settings The Cellular Settings appear as shown in Figure 37. This set of fields allows the configuration of CNG settings. The Cellular Settings fields include Cellular, Video, Encoder, Transport Stream and Audio parameters. Cellular Cell Mode Delay The NewStream transmitter has three cellular modes of operation: Low, Normal and High delay, offering flexibility for optimizing overall video performance as a function of cellular link connectivity performance.
Figure 37: Modify Presets Cellular Settings Page Page 82 NewStream User Guide and Technical Manual
Modify Presets Cellular Settings [Continued] Video The video settings for the NewStream transmitter CNG presets include the following parameters. Video Input The Video Input drop-down field allows the selection of one of two options: • SDI • Composite Resolution The Video Input Resolution drop-down selection field provides the following choices: • 720p50 • 720p59.94 • 720p60 • 1080i50 • 1080i59.94 • 1080i60 • NTSC [National Television System Committee] • PAL [Phase Alternating Line] Encoder Profile [H.
Modify Presets Cellular Settings [Continued] Max Bitrate This drop-down field presents a range of: • 256 kilobits per second [kbps] • 500 kbps • 768 kbps • 1.0 Megabit per second [Mbps] • 1.5 Mbps • 2.0 Mbps • 2.5 Mbps • 3.0 Mbps • 3.5 Mbps • 4.0 Mbps • 5.0 Mbps • 6.0 Mbps • 7.0 Mbps • 8.0 Mbps • 9.0 Mbps • 10.0 Mbps Transport Stream The following entry fields are used by the system to differentiate NewStream Cellular Transport Streams.
Modify Presets Cellular Settings [Continued] PCR PID This field displays the Program Clock Reference [PRC] Packet Identification for the NewStream Transport Stream [valid range: from 32 to 8190]. PMT PID This field displays the Program Map Table [PMT] Packet Identification for the NewStream Transport Stream [valid range: from 32 to 8190]. Audio A & B PID This field displays the Audio A and B Packet Identification for the NewStream Transport Stream [valid range: from 32 to 8190].
Frequency Plans Page [CNG & ENG] The Frequency Plans page provides a means to specify the Channels and Frequencies for the ENG and CNG Frequency Bands used by the NewStream transmitter during microwave and cellular transmission [see figure below]. Choose a Frequency Band, then specify its frequency channels and click Save. Repeat this process for each Frequency Band that you want to modify. Click to add a frequency channel.
NewStream has six separate frequency maps which are selected based on the state of the radio and the type of ODU connected. There are six channel plan maps for ENG and one additional one for Satellite. The Frequency Settings page allows the operator to set or modify the list of channels for any frequency band. The frequency map is partially determined by the type of the Outdoor Unit [ODU] which is connected to the IDU. Each ODU supports different bands of operation.
Configuration Cloning Saving Presets The website provides a separate tab that allows you to save to a file either • Saved Preset List and information from the radio o Maintains order of presets saved on IDU o Maintains preset names o Maintains preset type and all variables inside the preset • Entire Frequency plan saved onto the radio, including: o 2GHz Plan o 4GHz Plan o 7GHz Plan o 13 GHz Plan o Satellite [L-Band] Plan You are allowed to name either of these files.
Figure 39: NewStream Frequency Plans Web Page [SNG] Satellite Options With BUC [Block Up-converter Enabling] The Block Up-converter [BUC] is used in the transmission [uplink] of satellite signals. It converts a band of frequencies from a lower frequency to a higher frequency. Modern Block Up-converters convert from the L band to Ku band, C band and Ka band. Click the check box to enable this feature.
When you choose the Block Up-converter option and press Save, you may encounter the Invalid Fields Message [see the example below in Figure 40]: Invalid fields. Please review and make sure all Channel and Frequency fields contain valid data. Each Frequency must be in the range: 950.000 to 1750.000. Channel numbers must range from 1-99.
NewStream Settings Page When the NewStream Settings button is selected on the NewStream transmitter Web page, the following Wide Area Network [WAN] Configuration entry fields are displayed, defining the NewStream transmitter’s IP Network [see below]. Figure 41: NewStream Network Settings Page General Settings Unit Name This field indicates the NewStream unit name [future option] Antenna Switch The Antenna Switch check box allows you to select Antenna 2 for the microwave [ENG] operational antenna.
Audio Alignment Level The Audio Alignment radio buttons provide a means to select from EBU for standard European transmissions or SMPTE, the standard for North American transmissions. The ranges in dBm are shown below: • EBU [0dBm = -18dBFS] • SMPTE [+4dBm = -20dBFS] Network Configuration IP Type The Internet Protocol Type drop-down entry field provides the choice of either Static or DHCP [Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol] to configure the NewStream transmitter.
Gateway The Gateway address, or Default Gateway, is a router interface connected to the Local Area Network [LAN] used to send packets from the LAN. Click within the field and type the value of the Gateway address that you want to use. Click Save to retain the Gateway address. When NewStream uses the DHCP type, this field displays the Gateway received by the DHCP server. DNS Server Domain Name System [DNS] Server hosts a network service for providing responses to queries against a directory service.
Manual Mode Pages When you are operating NewStream and you want the option of manual control, you must begin with the type of preset that you want to regulate. For instance, to manually control CNG mode, you must begin operations using a CNG preset. Setting Cell Mode Delay in Manual Mode is exclusive to setting the device into CNG operation; thus Manual Mode Modulation settings would not be applicable.
License Manager Page When the License Manager button is selected on the NewStream Web interface, the following licensing details are displayed, as shown in the example Figure 43. To enable newly licensed features, enter the License Key and click the Set Key button. Use the button to refresh the Features lists. The License column displays whether the or not .
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Support Page When the Support button is selected on the NewStream transmitter Web interface, select the Upgrades & Support button to display the Support Web page that lists the System Details and Support Information, as shown in the example below. You may also select the User Guide button to retrieve this manual.
System Details NewStream System Information • Serial Number [S/N] – displays the serial number that identifies your NewStream transmitter. • Part Number [P/N] – displays the part number that identifies your NewStream transmitter. • Production Date – displays the date on which your NewStream was created. • Electronic Serial Number [ESN] – displays the serial number that identifies your NewStream transmitter.
Specifications NewStream ENG CNG SNG Outdoor Unit [ODU]-RF Mast-mounted [single enclosure] Mast-mounted [single enclosure] Optional - Roof-mounted NewSwift, Mantis 2-2.5 GHz 8 Watts @ QPSK, 16 QAM N/A N/A 4.5-5.0, 6.4-7.1, 6.9-7.5 GHz 5 Watts @ QPSK, 16 QAM N/A N/A 12.7-13.25 GHz 1.
Appendix A: Microwave and Cellular ODU Configurations Microwave ODU Wiring Harness The minimum recommended AWG cables are 4-conductor 20 AWG or 2-conductor 16 AWG for new installations, although additional customer-specific cables may be required for applications such as mast-lighting, off-air antennas, mast-cams, etc. In addition, NewStream is backwards compatible with legacy CodeRunner CR2 and MTX5000 van transmit Nycoil installations.
Microwave ODU Connection Pinouts The NewStream ODU power and antenna control pinouts for the Type “N” connector are shown below in Table A-1. The IDU and ODU can be connected using an existing wiring harness after inspection. The existing, standard ODU connectors at the ODU end of the wiring harness will connect directly to your NewStream ODU. Verify that all connections have been completed and verify the connections at the IDU end of the wiring harness are completed.
Legacy Microwave ODU Antenna Configurations Legacy Single-Band/Dual Antenna Transmission The legacy NewStream transmitter antenna configuration for single-band transmission using either an omni antenna or a directional antenna with one IDU and one ODU is shown in the figure below. The RF switch allows switching between the two types of antennas.
Legacy DuaL-Band Non-Simultaneous Transmission The figure below illustrates the legacy antenna configuration for non-simultaneous transmission using one IDU and two ODUs. In this example, the ODUs are operating on 2 GHz and 7 GHz bands. In addition, an RF switch allows switching between an omni and a directional antenna.
NewStream Microwave ODU Antenna Configurations NewStream Single-Band/Dual Antenna Transmission The NewStream transmitter antenna configuration for single-band transmission using either an omni antenna or a directional antenna with one IDU and one ODU is shown in the figure below. The NewStream transmitter provides a control to switch between an omni and a directional antenna.
NewStream DuaL-Band Non-Simultaneous Transmission The figure below illustrates the antenna configuration for non-simultaneous transmission using one IDU and one dual band ODU. In this example, the ODUs are operating on 2 GHz and 7 GHz bands. The internal antenna switches the 2GHz RF power to either antenna 1 or antenna 2, the 7GHz does not have an antenna switch.
Cellular ODU Connections The NewStream cellular antenna system includes a TNC 75 Ω coaxial connection to the ODU 1 output found on the NewStream rear panel and a series of installation slots for mini-SIM cards [refer to the figure below]. Refer to the SIM Application Guide section below for more information. Figure A-5: Cellular ODU Connections SIM Application Guide Cellular Wireless Data or SIM cards are a critical component associated with the NewStream transmitter.
Figure A-6: SIM Card Sizes A SIM card contains: • • • • • • its unique serial number [ICC ID] International Mobile Subscriber Identity [IMSI] security authentication and ciphering information temporary information related to the local network a list of the services the user has access to two passwords: a personal identification number [PIN] for ordinary use and a personal unblocking code [PUK] for PIN unlocking The primary advantage of cellular wireless data is that you have access to the Internet from an
SIM Installation Slots The Cellular cards or SIMs, are installed in the ports shown below. Be sure to power down NewStream before installing or removing SIM cards. Figure A-7: Cellular ODU SIM Card Slots Cover Cellular ODU Mounting It is recommended that your NewStream cellular antenna system be installed in a configuration similar to that shown in Figure A-8.
Glossary Term Definition 1080i 1080i is a standard HDTV video format. 1080 represents 1080 lines of vertical resolution and the letter i represents “interlaced” or non-progressive scan. 1080i usually assumes a wide screen aspect ratio of 16:9, implying a horizontal resolution of 1920 pixels and a frame resolution of 1920 x 1080, or 2.07 million pixels.
Term Definition ABR Adaptive Bit-rate ABR encoding dynamically adjusts an encoder’s output bit-rate to accommodate available upload speeds across several networks. Aggregation Aggregation refers to the reconstruction and reordering of separate, packetized, video transport streams into a single coherent video stream, as the streams arrive at an IP - addressed destination. As an example, a LiveGear Receiver aggregates video feed from an NewStream transmitter for decoding.
Term Definition BISS-E Basic Inter-operable Scrambling System-Encrypted BISS-E is an variation of the scrambling system where the decoder has stored one secure BISS-key entered by for example, the rights-holder. This key is unknown to the decoder’s user. The user is sent a 16-digit hexadecimal code which is entered as a session key. This session key is then mathematically combined internally to calculate a BISS-1 key that can decrypt the signal.
Term Definition Decoder Buffer Length The Decoder Buffer Length is the size of the buffer fed to the decoder when using an audio bitrate_cap, expressed in kbps. The buffer_size divided by bitrate_cap represents the size of the buffer in milliseconds; so if you set bitrate_ cap to 1000 and buffer_size to 1000, the buffer is effectively 1.0 second. If bitrate_cap is 500 and buffer_size is 1000, the buffer is 2.0 seconds.
Term Definition GOP In MPEG encoding, a Group of Pictures [GOP] specifies the order in which intra-frames are arranged. The GOP is a group of successive pictures within an MPEG-coded film and/or video stream. Each MPEG-coded film and/or video stream consists of successive groups of pictures.
Term Definition IMEI The International Mobile Station Equipment Identity [IMEI] number is used to identify 3GPP [i.e., GSM, UMTS and LTE]. The IMEI number is used by the GSM network to identify valid devices and has no permanent relation to the subscriber. The subscriber is identified by transmission of an IMSI number; stored on the SIM card. IP Address An Internet Protocol [IP] address is a 32-bit number [for example, 123.45.67.
Term Definition NTSC National Television System Committee Color television standard used in the US. Provides 525 horizontal lines of resolution. Not compatible with PAL or SECAM. OFDM Orthogonal frequency-division multiplexing [OFDM] is a method of encoding digital data on multiple carrier frequencies.
Term Definition PCR Program Clock Reference To enable a decoder to present synchronized content, such as audio tracks matching the associated video, at least once each 100 millisecond, a Program Clock Reference [PCR] is transmitted in the adaptation field of an MPEG2 transport stream packet. The PID with the PCR for an MPEG-2 program is identified by the PCR_PID value in the associated Program Map Table. The value of the PCR is employed to generate a system_timing_clock in the decoder.
Term Definition Roll-off [Continued] The concept of roll-off stems from the fact that in many networks roll-off tends towards a constant gradient at frequencies well away from the cut-off point of the frequency curve. Roll-off enables the cut-off performance of such a filter network to be reduced to a single number. Note that roll-off can occur with decreasing frequency as well as increasing frequency, depending on the band form of the filter being considered.
Term Definition SSID Service Set Identifier The SSID is a case-sensitive, alphanumeric, 32 - character unique identifier attached to the header of packets sent over a wireless local-area network [WLAN] that acts as a password when a mobile device attempts to connect with a Basic Service Set [BSS] which is a component of the IEEE 802.11 WLAN architecture. An SSID is also referred to as a Network Name because essentially it is a name that identifies a wireless network.
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Support for Your Vislink Product You can contact the Vislink Technical Support staff as follows: 24-hour Worldwide Customer Support E-mail: ussupport@vislink.com Telephone: +1 978-671-5929, +1 978-671-5995 or 888-777-9221 In the US or Canada The following contact numbers are also available for LiveGear equipment: • 978.671.5700 Press #3 • 800.490.
