0% found this document useful (0 votes)
1 views18 pages

500FC

Download as pdf or txt
Download as pdf or txt
Download as pdf or txt
You are on page 1/ 18

Frame Manual

500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. OVERVIEW......................................................................................................................................... 1

2. INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................................. 2

2.1. ETHERNET CONNECTION....................................................................................................... 2

2.2. SERIAL PORT CONNECTION.................................................................................................. 4

3. SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................................................................. 4

3.1. ETHERNET................................................................................................................................ 4

3.2. SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS ................................................................................................... 4

3.3. ELECTRICAL ............................................................................................................................ 4

3.4. PHYSICAL ................................................................................................................................. 4

4. STATUS LEDS ................................................................................................................................... 5

4.1. MODULE STATUS LEDS.......................................................................................................... 5

5. JUMPERS........................................................................................................................................... 5

5.1. CONFIGURING THE MODULE FOR FIRMWARE UPGRADES .............................................. 5

6. CONFIGURING THE FRAME CONTROLLER................................................................................... 6

6.1. ESTABLISHING COMMUNICATION WITH THE FRAME CONTROLLER .............................. 6


6.1.1. Connecting the Computer to the Card Edge Serial Port ................................................ 6
6.1.2. Terminal Program Setup ................................................................................................ 6
6.2. CONFIGURING THE NETWORK SETTINGS ........................................................................... 7
6.2.1. Exiting Setup Sub Menus ............................................................................................... 8
6.2.2. Network Configuration.................................................................................................... 9
6.2.3. SNMP Configuration..................................................................................................... 11
6.2.3.1. Community Strings.......................................................................................... 11
6.2.3.2. Trap Setup ...................................................................................................... 11
7. UPGRADING THE FRAME CONTROLLER FIRMWARE ............................................................... 12
7.1.1. Downloading Upgrade Files ......................................................................................... 12
7.1.2. Setting the 500FC Frame Controller to Upgrade Mode................................................ 12
7.1.3. Upgrade Procedure ...................................................................................................... 12
8. ADDITIONAL IP ADDRESS TABLES ............................................................................................. 13

Revision 1.1
Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller

Figures:

Figure 1-1: 500FC Block Diagram........................................................................................................... 1


Figure 2-1: Ethernet Connector on 500FR Rear Panel ........................................................................... 2
Figure 5-1: LED and Jumper Locations................................................................................................... 5

Tables:

Table 2-1: Standard RJ45 Wiring Color Codes ....................................................................................... 3


Table 6-1: Serial Upgrade Cable (WA-S76) ............................................................................................ 6

Revision 1.1
Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller

REVISION HISTORY

REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE

1.0 Original Version May 04

1.1 Fixed formatting and typos Dec 07

Information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Evertz assumes no responsibility for the use thereof nor for
the rights of third parties, which may be effected in any way by the use thereof. Any representations in this document concerning performance of
Evertz products are for informational use only and are not warranties of future performance, either express or implied. The only warranty offered by
Evertz in relation to this product is the Evertz standard limited warranty, stated in the sales contract or order confirmation form.

Although every attempt has been made to accurately describe the features, installation and operation of this product in this manual, no warranty is
granted nor liability assumed in relation to any errors or omissions unless specifically undertaken in the Evertz sales contract or order confirmation.
Information contained in this manual is periodically updated and changes will be incorporated into subsequent editions. If you encounter an error,
please notify Evertz Customer Service department. Evertz reserves the right, without notice or liability, to make changes in equipment design or
specifications.

This product includes software developed by the University of California, Berkeley and its contributors. Copyright (c) 1982, 1986, 1991, 1993 The
Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. For more information, please visit www.netbsd.org.

Revision 1.1
Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller

This page left intentionally blank

Revision 1.1
Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller

1. OVERVIEW
The 500FC Frame Controller card provides a single point of access to communicate with VistaLINK®-
enabled 500 series cards. The 500FC provides a 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet port and communication
is facilitated through the use of Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). The 500FC handles all
SNMP communications between the frame (500FR) and the network manager (NMS), and serves as a
gateway to individual cards in the frame. The 500FC also provides an RS-232 serial port at the card edge
to set up the network addresses.

The 500FC is housed in the 500FR Frame and must be installed in slot 1 of the frame.

Features:
• Complies with IEEE 802.3 100Base-TX and 10Base-T Ethernet standards
• 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet or 10 Mbps Ethernet data transfer, selected by auto-negotiation
• Full duplex or half-duplex operation, selected by auto negotiation
• RJ-45 connector for network cable connection
• Card edge RS-232 serial control port for configuration
• Front panel LEDs indicate module fault
• Rear panel LEDs indicate Ethernet link, activity and speed
• Provides frame/chassis status information through enabled hardware via VistaLINK® including frame
status, card insertion/removal counters, and 500FC software version number

MEMORY

RJ-45
10/100
Module CPU Ethernet Ethernet
Status Switch 10 Base T
100 Base Tx
(On 500FR
Chassis)

Module Communication

Upgrade
Frame Status
Port

Figure 1-1: 500FC Block Diagram

Revision 1.1 500FC-1


Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller
2. INSTALLATION
The 500FC Frame Controller module can only be installed into slot 1 of the 500FR frame. Orient the
module vertically such that the white card ejector is on the bottom. Align the card with the card guide
corresponding to slot number 1. Carefully slide the module into the frame and press it completely into the
rear panel connectors. Make sure that the connectors are fully seated in the rear panel.

2.1. ETHERNET CONNECTION

Figure 2-1: Ethernet Connector on 500FR Rear Panel

The 500FR has a RJ-45 Ethernet connector located on the rear panel on the side of the frame adjacent to
slot 1. The 500FC is designed to be used with either 10Base-T (10 Mbps) or 100Base-TX (100 Mbps)
also known as Fast Ethernet, twisted pair Ethernet cabling systems. When connecting for 10Base-T
systems, category 3, 4, or 5 UTP cable as well as EIA/TIA – 568 100Ω STP cable may be used. When
connecting for 100Base-TX systems, category 5 UTP cable is required. The maximum cable run between
the 500FC and the supporting hub is 300 ft (90 m). The maximum combined cable run between any two
end points (i.e. 500FC and PC/laptop via network hub) or stations is 675 feet (205 m). The cable must be
“straight through” with a RJ-45 connector at each end. Make the network connection by plugging one end
of the cable into the RJ-45 receptacle of the 500FC and the other end into a port of the supporting hub.

500FC-2 Revision 1.1


Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller
The straight-through RJ-45 cable can be purchased or can be constructed using the pinout information in
Table 2-1. A color code wiring table is provided in Table 2-1 for the current RJ-45 standards (AT&T 258A
or EIA/TIA 258B color coding shown). Also refer to the notes following the table for additional wiring guide
information.

Pin # Signal EIA/TIA 568A AT&T 258A or 10BaseT


Pin 1 EIA/TIA 568B or 100BaseTX
1 Transmit + White/Green White/Orange X
2 Transmit – Green/White or White Orange/White or Orange X
3 Receive + White/Orange White/Green X
4 N/A Blue/White or Blue Blue/White or Blue Not used (required)
5 N/A White/Blue White/Blue Not used (required)
6 Receive – Orange/White or Orange Green/White or Green X
7 N/A White/Brown White/Brown Not used (required)
8 N/A Brown/White or Brown Brown/White or Brown Not used (required)

Table 2-1: Standard RJ45 Wiring Color Codes

Note the following cabling information for this wiring guide:


• Only two pairs of wires are used in the 8-pin RJ 45 connector to carry Ethernet signals.
• Even though pins 4, 5, 7 and 8 are not used, it is mandatory that they be present in the cable.
• 10BaseT and 100BaseTX use the same pins, a crossover cable made for one will also work with the
other.
• Pairs may be solid colors and not have a stripe.
• Category 5 cable must use Category 5 rated connectors.

The maximum cable run between the 500FC and the supporting hub is 300 ft (90 m). The maximum
combined cable run between any two end points (i.e. 500FC and PC/laptop via network hub) is 675 feet
(205 m).

Devices on the Ethernet network continually monitor the receive data path for activity as a means of
checking that the link is working correctly. When the network is idle, the devices also send a link test
signal to one another to verify link integrity. The RJ-45 connector on the 500FR rear panel is fitted with
two LEDs to monitor the Ethernet connection.

10/100 This Amber LED is ON when a 100Base-TX link is last detected. The LED is OFF
when a 10Base-T link is last detected (the LINK LED is ON). Upon power-up the
LED is OFF as the last detected rate is not known and therefore defaults to the
10Base-T state until rate detection is completed.

LN/ACT This dual purpose Green LED indicates that the 500FC has established a valid
linkage to its hub, and whether the 500FC is sending or receiving data. This LED
will be ON when the 500FC has established a good link to its supporting hub. This
gives you a good indication that the segment is wired correctly. The LED will BLINK
when the 500FC is sending or receiving data. The LED will be OFF if there is no
valid connection.

Revision 1.1 500FC-3


Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller
2.2. SERIAL PORT CONNECTION
To connect the serial port for the module unit remove the module from the frame. Install the Upgrade
cable provided (located in the vinyl pouch in the front of the manual binder) onto header J1 at the card
edge. Re-install the module into the frame. This serial port is used to configure the network addresses for
the module and also to upgrade the firmware in the module. See section 6.

3. SPECIFICATIONS

3.1. ETHERNET
Network Type: Fast Ethernet 100 Base-TX IEEE 802.3u standard for 100 Mbps baseband
CSMA/CD local area network
Ethernet 10 Base-T IEEE 802.3 standard for 10 Mbps baseband CSMA/CD local
area network
Connector: RJ-45

3.2. SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS


Standard: RS-232
Connector: 9 Pin Female D connector on upgrade breakout cable (provided with 500FR)
Baud Rate: 57600
Format: 8 bits, no parity, 2 stop bits, no flow control

3.3. ELECTRICAL
Voltage: + 12VDC
Power: 7 Watts
EMI/RFI: Complies with FCC Part 15
Class A and EU EMC directive

3.4. PHYSICAL
Number of slots: 1 (must be in slot 1 of 500FR)

500FC-4 Revision 1.1


Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller
4. STATUS LEDS
The location of the status LEDs are shown in Figure 5-1.

4.1. MODULE STATUS LEDS


MODULE STATUS Upon power-up, and if disabled through the Frame MIB, only LED 2 will be
ON (“green”) when the module is operating properly. When both LEDs 1 and
2 are enabled through the Frame MIB (VistaLINK®), both will flash
alternatively.

5. JUMPERS
MODULE STATUS
LD1
LD2
LD3
LD4
LD5
LD6
LD7
(A)500FC

J1
COM

J4
RUN
Upgrade
UPG
+12V GND

Figure 5-1: LED and Jumper Locations

5.1. CONFIGURING THE MODULE FOR FIRMWARE UPGRADES


UPGRADE The UPGRADE jumper (J4) located at the bottom edge of the module is used when
firmware upgrades are being done to the module. For normal operation it should be
installed in the RUN position. See the Upgrading Firmware section in the front of the
binder for more information.

To upgrade the firmware in the module unit pull it out of the frame. Move Jumper J4
into the UPG position. Install the Upgrade cable provided (located in the vinyl
pouch in the front of this manual) onto the COM header J1 at the front edge of the
card. Re-install the module into the frame. Run the upgrade as described in the
Upgrading Firmware chapter in the front of the binder. Once the upgrade is
completed, remove the module from the frame, move J4 into the RUN position,
remove the upgrade cable and re-install the module. The module is now ready for
normal operation.

Revision 1.1 500FC-5


Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller
6. CONFIGURING THE FRAME CONTROLLER
The 500FC Frame Controller is configured by connecting its serial port to a computer running a readily
available terminal program such as HyperTerminal. The following procedure will guide you through each
step of the configuration process.

You will need the following equipment in order to configure the 500FC Frame Controller:
• PC with available communications port. The communication speed is 57600 baud, therefore a 486 PC
or better with a 16550 UART based communications port is recommended.
• “Straight-thru” serial extension cable (DB9 female to DB9 male) or (DB25 female to DB9 male)
• Terminal program such as HyperTerminal
• Special upgrade cable supplied with the 500FR frame. This cable is normally in the vinyl pouch at the
front of this manual. (Evertz part #WA S76).

6.1. ESTABLISHING COMMUNICATION WITH THE FRAME CONTROLLER

6.1.1. Connecting the Computer to the Card Edge Serial Port


Connect the serial upgrade cable (Evertz part #WA S76) to the 2x3 header (J1) at the front edge of the
500FC card. Note that pins 1 and 5 on the header should be removed and pins 1 and 5 on the cable
connector should also be plugged. If the cable is not keyed, make sure that you install it so that the cable
is pointing towards the front of the frame when the module is installed. Pin 1 of the ribbon cable is brown
and will be facing the top edge of the module (farthest from the card ejector) when the cable is correctly
installed.

500FC End PC End


2 row X Pin 6 Conductor 9 pin D Pin
3 pin Berg Ribbon Cable Female
Key 1 Blue 1
Rx 2 Green Tx 2
Tx 3 Yellow Rx 3
Tx Gnd 4 Orange Gnd 5
Key 5 Red
--- 6 Brown
Table 6-1: Serial Upgrade Cable (WA-S76)

6.1.2. Terminal Program Setup


1. Start the terminal program and configure the port settings of the terminal program as follows:

Baud 57600
Data bits 8
Parity no
Stop bits 2
Flow Control no

2. Install the 500FC card into the frame. After the card powers up the 500FC main menu appears in the
terminal window. (For future reference, the 500FC software version is displayed prior to the main
menu and should be quoted to Evertz service staff when required.) The 500FC menu for Network and
SNMP Configuration is detailed in section 6.2.

500FC-6 Revision 1.1


Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller

For example:

A)500FC hardware build 1, S/N 180487476a.


display build is 2
Evertz model 500 FRAME CONTROLLER
Software version 1. 3 build 2

Running...

---- 500FC Main Menu ----

NOTE: In all menus, changes made will only take


effect if you select "Save and Exit"

(1) Network Configuration


(2) SNMP Configuration
(3) Engineering (this option should be used only under the supervision of
evertz tech support)

(X) Exit
>

3. If the prompt does not appear, the following is a list of possible reasons for failed communications:

• Defective Serial Upgrade cable.


• Wrong communications port selected in the terminal program.
• Improper port settings in the terminal program. (Refer to step 2 for settings).

6.2. CONFIGURING THE NETWORK SETTINGS


From main menu, three selections are available - Network Configuration, SNMP Configuration and
Engineering.
• Network Configuration is used to set network IP addresses as well as broadcasting and routing
instructions
• SNMP Configuration is used to identify up to five trap destination IP addresses.
• Engineering is a debug menu option and should only be used under the supervision of Evertz technical
support staff.

---- 500FC Main Menu ----

NOTE: In all menus, changes made will only take


effect if you select "Save and Exit"

(1) Network Configuration


(2) SNMP Configuration
(3) Engineering (this option should be used only under the supervision of
evertz tech support)

(X) Exit
>

Revision 1.1 500FC-7


Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller
To choose one of the menu choices, enter the letter or number shown on the left and then press <Enter>.
If you choose menu item 1 or 2 you will be presented with an additional menu. Choose menu items on
these sub menus in the same way.

6.2.1. Exiting Setup Sub Menus


When you have completed the changes within a sub-menu, press S to save the configuration to memory.
After 30 seconds, a successful save of the configuration is acknowledged with a commit successful
statement, and the user is returned to the main menu.

For example: (after pressing S<enter>)

---- 500FC Network Configuration ----

----------------------------------
ip address: 192.168.8.185
netmask address: 255.255.255.0
gateway: 192.16.8.11
broadcast address: 255.255.255.255
DHCP enabled: True
----------------------------------
(1) Set IP Address
(2) Set Netmask
(3) Set Gateway
(4) Set Broadcast Address
(5) Use DHCP

(S) Save and Exit


(X) Exit
> s
Saving network information ... please wait
This process will take 30 seconds to complete...
Saving complete

Press X if you made an error during configuration and want to exit the setup sub-menu without saving the
new settings. In either case you will return to the main menu.

For example: (after pressing X<enter>)

---- 500FC Network Configuration ----

----------------------------------
ip address: 192.168.8.185
netmask address: 255.255.255.0
gateway: 192.168.8.11
broadcast address: 255.255.255.255
DHCP enabled: True
----------------------------------
(1) Set IP Address
(2) Set Netmask
(3) Set Gateway
(4) Set Broadcast Address
(5) Use DHCP

(S) Save and Exit


(X) Exit
> x

500FC-8 Revision 1.1


Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller

---- 500FC Main Menu ----

NOTE: In all menus, changes made will only take


effect if you select "Save and Exit"

(1) Network Configuration


(2) SNMP Configuration
(3) Engineering

(X) Exit
>

At this point, the serial connector can be removed from the Frame Controller and the terminal program
closed. An SNMP manager using the previously specified IP can now be initiated.

6.2.2. Network Configuration


The Network Configuration menu has five network parameters that need to be configured. If the network is
using a DHCP server, set the DHCP parameter to yes before proceeding to change the other parameters.
When the DHCP setting is set to yes, the IP Address, Netmask, Route, and Broadcast addresses are
automatically assigned and their corresponding menu items are disabled.

If the network is not using a DHCP server, set the DHCP parameter to No before proceeding to change
the IP Address, Netmask, Route, and Broadcast addresses.

The chart below identifies each parameter and provides a brief explanation of the function. To choose one
of the menu choices, enter the letter or number shown on the left and then press <Enter>. You will be
prompted to enter the required parameter value. When you are done configuring the Network Setup menu
items press X to return to the main menu. If you are unclear about how to configure your network, consult
your network administrator.

Revision 1.1 500FC-9


Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller
This control sets the unique IP address of the 500FC within the network.
192.168.1.XXX is an example of an IP address in a private (internal) network. If
IP Address
connecting multiple frames (each with its own frame controller), ensure that you
do not use the same IP address for each.

This menu item defines the “subnet mask” of the network. Specifically, this
Netmask parameter outlines all the IP addresses that can communicate with the 500FC.
This parameter can be set to 255.255.255.0 for a private network.
The “Route” menu item identifies the IP address of the “gateway” (commonly
referred to as the “firewall”). In its simplest sense the gateway could be the PC
directly connected to the frame and running the network application software
Route
(i.e. VistaLINK® PRO). This gateway links to and communicates with other
network gateways. In a private network, this gateway could be identified as
192.168.1.YYY
This menu item sets the “broadcast” IP address. For example, in a private
Broadcast
network this parameter can be set to 192.168.1.255

This setting allows the Frame Controller to automatically generate an IP


address for the above parameters from a DHCP server during boot-up. If you
Use DHCP
are not running a DHCP server, set this parameter to “No” first before making
any changes to other parameters.

To communicate beyond the private (internal) network over the internet, all

"
messages must be sent via the gateway (firewall). As a result, the firewall must be
configured separately by the end-user to facilitate communication. Consult your
network administrator if establishing a communication link beyond the private
network.

For convenience and future reference, a chart is provided below to record IP addresses for this SNMP
network. (Additional blank charts have also been added at the end of this manual.)

Frame Controller Parameters IP Address


Hostname
IP Address
Netmask
Route
Broadcast

Once the Network Configuration parameters have been configured, exit Network Setup by pressing ‘S‘
then <Enter>. Proceed to the SNMP Setup menu option by entering ‘2‘ then <Enter> at the Main Menu
prompt.

500FC-10 Revision 1.1


Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller
6.2.3. SNMP Configuration
In the SNMP Configuration menu, two parameters are configured:

This menu item identifies the destination IP addresses (the SNMP Manager or
Trap Setup NMS) to which TRAPS are sent via SNMP. A maximum of five IP addresses
may be entered.

Factory default “private” and “public” (No changes required. However, if these
Community Strings settings are changed, the manager must have the identical settings. Otherwise
no communication will occur between the 500FC and manager.)

Once the SNMP Configuration parameters have been configured, exit the SNMP Configuration by entering
in the letter ‘S’ and then pressing the <Enter> key.

6.2.3.1. Community Strings

Community Strings are considered as “passwords” within SNMP, controlling the ability to read (“GET”)
and/or read/write (“SET”) values to a specific destination. “GET” and “SET” messages include the
community strings within their packets. By factory default, community strings are set to “public” and
“private”, respectively. If these settings are changed, the SNMP manager’s community string must agree
with the “SET” string. Otherwise no communication will occur between the 500FC and the manager.

For example:

---- 500FC Community Strings ----

Read-Only: |public|
Read-Write: |private|

(1) Set Read-Only Community String


(2) Set Read-Write Community String

(X) Exit
>

6.2.3.2. Trap Setup

“Trap Setup” allows the user to set IP addresses of SNMP Managers from which GETs and SETs are sent
to the Frame Controller and to which TRAPS are returned. A maximum of five IP addresses can be stored
in the Frame Controller. After selecting “Add…” or “Remove…”, IP addresses are entered one at a time.

Add Trap
Add a SNMP Manager IP address to the TRAP distribution list.
Destinations
Remove a SNMP Manager IP address from the TRAP distribution list. For
example, selecting this option reveals the list of IP addresses with the prompt to
Remove Trap remove one from the list:
Destinations Trap #1: 192.168.1.76
Trap #2: 192.168.8.140
Trap #3: 192.168.8.112
Remove trap # > 3

Revision 1.1 500FC-11


Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller
7. UPGRADING THE FRAME CONTROLLER FIRMWARE
The 500FC Frame Controller facilitates communication between the SNMP-enabled (VistaLINK®) cards,
residing in a frame, and the SNMP Manager (or NMS). Frequently, new cards or new features for existing
cards are added to the VistaLINK® product family. In both cases, a new Management Information
dataBase (“MIB”) exists. Subsequently, the 500FC should also be upgraded with the latest information
(“image”) to maintain the most up-to-date monitoring and control capabilities.

The 500FC Frame Controller firmware is upgraded by setting the module to upgrade mode as described in
section 5.1. You will then follow the procedure outlined in the Upgrading Firmware section in the front of
the binder for more information.

7.1.1. Downloading Upgrade Files


1. Download the 500FC firmware file from the website (www.evertz.com – Downloads > Firmware
Downloads link> 500 Series). Save the file to the hard drive.
2. Unzip the downloaded file and store it in a selected sub-directory. Record the location of the stored
file.

7.1.2. Setting the 500FC Frame Controller to Upgrade Mode


The UPGRADE jumper J1 located at the front of the module is used when firmware upgrades are being
done to the 500FC Frame Controller module. For normal operation a jumper is set in the RUN position, or
by default, remains without a jumper. To upgrade the firmware in the module unit pull it out of the frame.
Move Jumper J1 into the UPGRADE position as described in section 5.1.

7.1.3. Upgrade Procedure


To execute a firmware upgrade, follow the procedure outlined in the Upgrading Firmware section in the
front of the binder.

500FC-12 Revision 1.1


Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller
8. ADDITIONAL IP ADDRESS TABLES

Frame Controller Parameters IP Address


Hostname
IP Address
Netmask
Route
Broadcast

Frame Controller Parameters IP Address


Hostname
IP Address
Netmask
Route
Broadcast

Frame Controller Parameters IP Address


Hostname
IP Address
Netmask
Route
Broadcast

Frame Controller Parameters IP Address


Hostname
IP Address
Netmask
Route
Broadcast

Frame Controller Parameters IP Address


Hostname
IP Address
Netmask
Route
Broadcast

Revision 1.1 500FC-13


Frame Manual
500FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller

This page left intentionally blank

500FC-14 Revision 1.1

You might also like