PYXIS

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Contents
1 Introduction 7
2 Pyxis Boards 8
2.1 Frame/Chassis Parts 8
2.2 Rear Panels 8
2.3 MODULES 9
3 Installation 10
3.1 3U Frame 10
3.1.1 Specification 10
3.1.2 Ventilation 10
3.1.3 Before Switch-On. 11
3.1.4 3U Frame Layout 11
3.1.5 Fitting and removing the frame door 11
3.1.6 Inserting and removing modules 12
3.1.7 3U Power Supply Modules 15

3.2 1U 17
3.2.1 Ventilation 17
3.2.2 Internal Layout 17
3.2.3 1U Power Supply 18

4 Control Options 19
4.1 Dual Redundant Controller Operation 19
4.2 2449: Nebula Controller 20
4.2.1 Functionality 20
4.2.2 The System Database 21
4.2.3 Version Numbers 21
4.2.4 Control Protocol Options 22
4.2.5 2449 Configuration (Switches & Headers) 23

4.3 Nucleus Control System 29

4.3.1 2450 User Interface 29

5 Control Interface 30
5.1 3U Frame Control Connections 31
5.1.1 Interconnections and Safety 31
5.1.2 Port 1 RS422 or EXP_IN 31
5.1.3 Port 2 Config (Database Upload Configuration Mode) 34
5.1.4 Port 3 RS422 36
5.1.5 AES/LTC & RELAY 37
5.1.6 Audio Reference (UNBALANCED AES, BALANCED AES) 38

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5.1.7 Video Reference (REF1, REF2, REF3) 38
5.1.8 Ethernet (CON1 & CON2) 39
5.1.9 Expansion (EXP_IN, EXP_OUT) 40

5.2 1U Frame Control Connections 41

5.2.1 Interconnections and Safety 41
5.2.2 Pin-Outs 41
5.2.3 Ethernet 41
5.2.4 Port 3 Serial Comms/AES 42
5.2.5 Power 42
5.2.6 Video Reference 42

6 Signal Modules 43
6.1 Digital Video 43
6.1.1 Digital Video Routing Modules 9200 Range 43
6.1.2 User Interface 44
6.1.3 Specifications 46

6.2 Audio 49
6.2.1 Terminology 49
6.2.2 MADI 50
6.2.3 Audio Modes 50
6.2.4 Internal Expansion 52
6.2.5 External Expansion 53
6.2.6 Audio Port Numbering 54
6.2.7 Audio Modification 56
6.2.8 Audio Specifications 57

6.3 AES 59
6.3.1 User Interface 59
6.3.2 AES Module with Non-Audio Signals 64

6.4 Analogue Audio 65

6.4.1 User Interface 65

6.5 RS422/Timecode 69
6.5.1 RS422 Routing 9600 Range 69
6.5.2 Timecode 69
6.5.3 User Interface 70

7 Rear Panels 72
7.1 Video Rear Panels 72
7.1.2 Rear Panel Port Mapping for Digital Video 73

7.2 Audio Rear Panels 76

7.2.1 9105: Balanced Audio Rear Panel 76
7.2.2 9107 9108: Unbalanced Audio Rear Panels 80

7.3 RS422 Rear Panels 81

7.3.1 Connector Layout 82

7.4 Timecode Rear Panels 83

7.4.1 50 way D type connector pinout 83

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7.5 1U Rear Panels 85
8 Break Out Boards 86
8.1 RS422 86
8.1.1 Connections & Port Mapping 87

8.2 Audio 89
8.2.1 Connecting Analogue Audio 90
8.2.2 Connecting AES 91
8.2.3 Connector Pin Out 93

9 Appendices 94
9.1 Audio Break Out Port Mapping 94
9.1.1 ANALOGUE BREAKOUT: Port Mapping 95
9.1.2 AES BREAKOUT: Port Mapping 98

LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: Snell Pyxis 3U Router .............................................................................................................. 7
Figure 2: 3U Frame Air Flow ................................................................................................................. 10
Figure 3: 3U Frame - Layout ................................................................................................................. 11
Figure 4: Removing the front door ......................................................................................................... 12
Figure 5: Card Retainer (3U) ................................................................................................................. 12
Figure 6: Removing Modules................................................................................................................. 13
Figure 7: 3U Fan Module ....................................................................................................................... 13
Figure 8: Replacing a Fan Module ........................................................................................................ 14
Figure 9: Power Supply (3U) ................................................................................................................. 15
Figure 10: Alarm Relay Trigger Enable ................................................................................................. 16
Figure 11: 1U Air Flow ........................................................................................................................... 17
Figure 12: 1U Frame Layout ................................................................................................................. 17
Figure 13: Pyxis Control Card Options .................................................................................................. 19
Figure 14: About Nebula Editor Screen Shot ........................................................................................ 21
Figure 15: 2449 Nebula Controller Configuration Components ............................................................ 23
Figure 16: 2449 Base Card - Switch Locations ..................................................................................... 25
Figure 17: 2449 Controller: Master/Slave Settings ............................................................................... 26
Figure 18: 2449 Controller: Ethernet Port Configuration ....................................................................... 27
Figure 19: 2449 Controller: Diagnostic LEDs ........................................................................................ 27
Figure 20: 2450 Controller: Diagnostic LEDs ........................................................................................ 29
Figure 21: Pyxis Control Interface - System Connection Example ....................................................... 30
Figure 22: Pyxis Control Rear Panel Connectors ................................................................................. 31
Figure 23: Configuration of Port 1 to RS422 with 2449 Controller ........................................................ 32
Figure 24: Port 1 Wiring RJ45 Cable to 9 Way D-Type ........................................................................ 33
Figure 25: 2449 Controller: Port 2 Configuration .................................................................................. 34
Figure 26: 2449 Controller: Port 3 Configuration .................................................................................. 36
Figure 27: Rear Panel Ethernet Ports ................................................................................................... 39
Figure 28: Pyxis Expansion - System Diagram ..................................................................................... 40
Figure 29: 2451 Slave Controller Configuration .................................................................................... 40
Figure 30: Pyxis 1U Frame Rear Panel................................................................................................. 41
Figure 31: 9200 Range Modules: Switches and LEDs.......................................................................... 44
Figure 32: Audio Modules: Internal Expansion Block Diagram ............................................................. 53
Figure 33: Audio Modules: External Expansion .................................................................................... 54
Figure 34: AES Module: LEDs and Switches ........................................................................................ 59
Figure 35: AES Module: Configuration and Status ............................................................................... 59

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Figure 36: AES Module: Menu Flow Diagram ....................................................................................... 62
Figure 37: AES Module: Input Monitoring ............................................................................................. 62
Figure 38: AES Module: Normal Mode Example .................................................................................. 63
Figure 39: AES Module: Headphone Socket & Control ........................................................................ 63
Figure 40: Routing Dolby E with AES Module(s)................................................................................... 64
Figure 41: Analogue Audio Module: LED's and Switches ..................................................................... 65
Figure 42: Analogue Module: Configuration and Status ....................................................................... 65
Figure 43: Analogue Module: Menu Flow Diagram ............................................................................... 68
Figure 44: RS422/Timecode Modules: LEDs and Switches ................................................................. 70
Figure 45: A Typical Rear Panel Combination ...................................................................................... 72
Figure 46: Pyxis 9100 72 x 72 SDI Rear Panel ..................................................................................... 72
Figure 47: Pyxis 9101 34 x 34 SDI Rear Panel ..................................................................................... 73
Figure 48: Pyxis 9102 17 x 17 SDI Rear Panel ..................................................................................... 73
Figure 49: Digital Video Rear Panel: Module & Rear Panel Combinations: 9100 Port Mapping .......... 74
Figure 50: Digital Vid2eo Rear Panel: Module & Rear Panel Combinations: 9101 Port Mapping ........ 75
Figure 51: Digital Video Rear Panel: Module & Rear Panel Combinations: 9102 Port Mapping .......... 75
Figure 52: 9105 ..................................................................................................................................... 76
Figure 53: 9107 ..................................................................................................................................... 76
Figure 54: 9108 ..................................................................................................................................... 76
Figure 55: 9105 36 x 36 (72 Mono) High Density Balanced Audio Rear Panel .................................... 76
Figure 56: 56 Channel MADI - Port Numbering .................................................................................... 77
Figure 57: 64 Channel MADI - Port Numbering .................................................................................... 77
Figure 58: 62 Way D-Type Pin Numbering ........................................................................................... 78
Figure 59: 62 Way D-Type - Audio Pair Layout .................................................................................... 78
Figure 60: 9107 & 9108 ......................................................................................................................... 80
Figure 61 : RS422 Rear Panels ............................................................................................................ 81
Figure 62: 50 Way D-Type Pin Numbering ........................................................................................... 82
Figure 63: 50 Way D-Type Signal Layout ............................................................................................. 82
Figure 64: 32x32 Timecode rear panel ................................................................................................. 83
Figure 65: 50 Way D-Type Pin Numbering ........................................................................................... 83
Figure 66: 50 Way D-Type Signal Layout ............................................................................................. 84
Figure 67: 9124: RS422 Breakout System Diagram ............................................................................. 86
Figure 68: 9124 Breakout Panel – IDC Connector Labelling ................................................................ 87
Figure 69: 9124 RS422 Breakout Panel Port Numbering ..................................................................... 87
Figure 70: Port Numbering for Breakout of 9121 Rear Panel ............................................................... 88
Figure 71: 9128: Audio Breakout System Diagram ............................................................................... 89
Figure 72: 9128 Analogue Audio Breakout Wiring and Port Numbering ............................................... 91
Figure 73: 9128 AES Breakout Wiring and Port Numbering ................................................................. 92
Figure 74: 9128 Breakout Panel Silkscreen Labelling .......................................................................... 93
Figure 75: 9128 Audio Break Out Panel - Metalwork Labelling ............................................................ 93
Figure 76: Analogue Example Table ..................................................................................................... 94
Figure 77: AES Example Table ............................................................................................................. 95
Figure 78: Analogue Audio Breakout Connection ................................................................................. 95
Figure 79: AES Breakout Connection ................................................................................................... 98

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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1: Frame/Chassis Part Numbers ................................................................................................... 8
Table 2: Rear Panels ............................................................................................................................... 8
Table 3: Signal Modules .......................................................................................................................... 9
Table 4: Front Door LEDs (3U) ............................................................................................................. 13
Table 5: Front Door LEDs (1U) ............................................................................................................. 18
Table 6: 2445 Nebula Control Card: Config. Switch Functionality ........................................................ 24
Table 7: 2445 Nebula Control Card: LED Functionality ........................................................................ 25
Table 8: 2449 Controller: LED Functionality.......................................................................................... 28
Table 9: 2450 Controller: LED Functionality.......................................................................................... 29
Table 10: Port 1 (RS422 Modes) Pin Out.............................................................................................. 33
Table 11: Port 1 EXP_IN Mode Pin Out ................................................................................................ 34
Table 12: RS232 Port Pin Out and Cable Requirements ...................................................................... 35
Table 13: Port 3 Pin Out ........................................................................................................................ 37
Table 14: AES/LTC & Relay Port Pin Out ............................................................................................. 37
Table 15: Ethernet Ports Pin Out .......................................................................................................... 39
Table 16: 1U Frame Port 3 Pin Out ....................................................................................................... 42
Table 17: 9200 Range Modules: LED Functions .................................................................................. 44
Table 18: 9200 Range Modules: Switch Functionality .......................................................................... 44
Table 19: 9200 Range Modules: Control level Settings ........................................................................ 45
Table 20: 9200 Range Modules: DIP Switch Settings .......................................................................... 45
Table 21: 3G/HD/SD Reclocking Module Specification ........................................................................ 46
Table 22: 3G/HD/SD Non-Reclocking Modules Specification ............................................................... 47
Table 23: SD Non-Reclocking Modules Specification ........................................................................... 48
Table 24: Audio Terminology ................................................................................................................ 49
Table 25: Audio Mode Switch Settings.................................................................................................. 50
Table 26: Transcoder Mode Port Numbering ........................................................................................ 52
Table 27: Audio Modules: Port Numbering with Nebula Controller ....................................................... 55
Table 28: Audio Modules: Port Numbering with Nucleus Controller ..................................................... 56
Table 29: Audio Modules: I/O Specification .......................................................................................... 57
Table 30: Audio Modules: Digital Input to Analogue Output Specification ............................................ 58
Table 31: Audio Modules: Analogue Input to Digital Output Specification ............................................ 58
Table 32: AES Module: Status LED Functionality ................................................................................. 60
Table 33: AES Module: Configuration Switch Functionality .................................................................. 60
Table 34: AES Module: Menu Switch Functionality .............................................................................. 60
Table 35: AES Module: Menu Modes.................................................................................................... 61
Table 36: AES Module: Input Status LEDs Functionality ...................................................................... 61
Table 37: Analogue Audio Module: Configuration Switch Functionality ................................................ 66
Table 38: Analogue Audio Module: menu Switch Functionality ............................................................ 66
Table 39: Analogue Module: Menu Modes............................................................................................ 67
Table 40: Analogue Audio Module: Input Status LED’s Functionality ................................................... 67
Table 41: Timecode Routing Modules: I/O Specification ...................................................................... 70
Table 42: RS422/Timecode Modules: LED Functionality...................................................................... 70
Table 43: RS422/Timecode Modules: Switch Functionality .................................................................. 71
Table 44: 64 Way D-Type: Balanced AES Pin Out ............................................................................... 78
Table 45: 64 Way D-Type Analogue Audio Pin Out .............................................................................. 79
Table 46: 50 Way D-Type Pin Out ........................................................................................................ 82
Table 47: 9124 Part Quantities .............................................................................................................. 87
Table 48: 9124 Breakout Panel - Connections and Mapping................................................................ 88
Table 49: 9128: Analogue Audio Breakout - Part Quantities ................................................................ 90
Table 50: 9128: AES Audio Breakout - Part Quantities ........................................................................ 91
Table 51: Audio Breakout Port Mapping: Analogue Audio .................................................................... 97
Table 52: Audio Breakout Port Mapping: AES .................................................................................... 101

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1 Introduction

Figure 1: Snell Pyxis 3U Router

The Pyxis family of routers provides a highly flexible solution for all your small and medium size
routing applications. Taking on board Snell’s 30 years of experience producing top class products,
Pyxis has all the features you would expect from a Snell router – excellent build quality, high
reliability, and value for money.

Pyxis features a wide range of signal cards in a choice of 1U or 3U frames. All cards are
removable from the front allowing ease of maintenance and negating the need for the router to be
disconnected should servicing be required. Both frames can be configured with dual redundant
power supplies, and signal cards are available for all common broadcast formats, 3Gb/s SDI,
HD-SDI, SDI/ASI, Analogue Audio, AES Audio, RS422 and Timecode.

Features

 Flexible multi-format, multi level router range

 High packing density with 17x17 HD-SDI in 1U to 72x72 HD-SDI in 3U

 Up to 144x144 Stereo AES and Analogue Audio in 3U or 36x36 in 1U

 AES cards with Sample Rate Conversion on inputs as standard.

 3Gb/s capability on all HD-SDI routers

 Mix and match all common broadcast signal types: 3Gbit/s, HD-SDI, SD/ASI
in 72x72, 34x34, 7x17 sizes. AES, Stereo Analogue Audio in 144x144,
108x108, 72x72, 36x36 sizes. Mixed analogue, AES and MADI I/O up to
272x272

 34x34 HD-SDI AND 2 levels of 36x36 stereo Audio in a single 3U frame

 Dual redundant PSUs

 RS422: 128, 64 and 32 port

 Timecode: 1282 , 642, 322

 Interface with Snell’s full range of control panels and Workbench soft panels

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2 Pyxis Boards

2.1 Frame/Chassis Parts

Number Description
9000 3U frame
9001 1U frame
Nebula Based Controller
2449
(includes Ethernet connection)
Nebula Based Controller
2448
(No Ethernet connection)
2450 Nucleus Based Controller
2451 Slave Frame Controller
9006 3U door
9007 1U door
1943 3U 250W PSU module
1945 3U fan module
1946 1U fan module
Table 1: Frame/Chassis Part Numbers

2.2 Rear Panels

Number Description
Digital Video
9100 72x72 SDI rear panel (4 slot)
9101 34x34 SDI rear panel (2 slot)
9102 17x17 SDI rear panel (1 slot) (suitable for 1U frame)
Audio
9105 36x36 out high density balanced audio rear panel (1 slot) (suitable for 1U frame)
9107 36x36 unbalanced audio rear panel (2 slot)
9108 18x18 unbalanced audio rear panel (1 slot) (suitable for 1U frame)
9128 Audio breakout panel
RS422
9121 128 port RS422 rear panel (4 slot)
9122 64 port RS422 rear panel (2 slot)
9123 32 port RS422 rear panel (1 slot) (suitable for 1U frame)
9124 RS422 breakout panel
Table 2: Rear Panels

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2.3 MODULES
Number Description
Digital Video Routing
9200 72 x 72 2HD reclocking router module
9201 34 x 34 2HD reclocking router module
9202 17 x 17 2HD reclocking router module
9203 72 x 72 HD non-reclocking router module
9204 34 x 34 HD non-reclocking router module
9205 17 x 17 HD non-reclocking router module
9206 72 x 72 SD non-reclocking router module
9207 34 x 34 SD non-reclocking router module
9208 17 x 17 SD non-reclocking router module
Digital Audio Routing
9305 36x36 AES expandable router module
Analogue Audio Routing
9400 72x72 mono / 36x36 stereo expandable Analogue audio routing module
RS422 Routing
9600 128 port RS422 router
9601 64 port RS422 router
9602 32 port RS422 router
Table 3: Signal Modules

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3 Installation
The Pyxis range of routers is supplied in 1U and 3U frames. The 3U has an integral power supply
whilst the 1U has an external power supply.

All cards and modules are accessible from the front once the door has been opened or removed. All
signal and control cables are connected to the rear panels.

Ventilation is taken in via the front door mounted fan and exhausted on the sides. This should be
taken into consideration when mounting the unit.

3.1 3U Frame

3.1.1 Specification

Frame Size: 3U x 19’ rack mounting x 440mm deep (incl. door)

Weight: 8Kg max

Temperature range: Operating: 0°C to +40°C

Storage: -10°C to +70°

3.1.2 Ventilation

Figure 2: 3U Frame Air Flow

The 3U Pyxis frame ventilation system uses a powerful fan, which is mounted in the front door. The
fan draws air in from the front, circulates it through-out the router, finally passing out through the side
vents. It is therefore important not to block the side air vents. The ventilation flow relies on the front

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door being closed. Do not operate the router for extended times with the door open.

3.1.3 Before Switch-On.

Before you switch-on, check the following items:-

a. Check the correct fuse has been fitted.

b. If a dual power supply is fitted, there will be two mains IEC sockets requiring two power cords (3U
only).

c. Ensure the power modules are firmly in place.

d. Check all other modules are in place.

e. Ensure adequate ventilation.

3.1.4 3U Frame Layout

Figure 3: 3U Frame - Layout

The 3U Pyxis frame has four horizontal slots for signal modules.

It also has two slots for power supplies, the frame can run from one but the second provides
redundancy in case of power supply failure.

Above the PSU’s are two slots for controllers, the unit only needs one ‘MASTER’ or ‘ACTIVE’
controller the other slot is for a ‘SLAVE’ or ‘IDLE’ controller there to provide redundancy if the active
controller fails.

Access to PSU2 or Slot 4 requires the door to be removed.

3.1.5 Fitting and removing the frame door

To remove the door from the frame, open it to approximately 30and lift upwards. The design of the hinge
assembly prevents the door from being removed if it is at a greater angle.

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Figure 4: Removing the front door

For correct fitting of the door, hold the door at approximately 30from the front of the frame ensuring that
it is centrally located above the hinge. The door can then be placed on the hinge and then closed.

For correct cooling, the door must be fitted and closed except when access to the modules is required.
Card Retaining Strip Retaining Card Retaining
Bracket Bracket
Screws

Figure 5: Card Retainer (3U)

The Pyxis 3U frame is shipped with a card retaining bracket and card retaining strip fitted. These hold the
modules, PSUs and Controllers firmly in place during transit.

The card retaining bracket and card retaining strip must be removed before power is connected to the
router. To remove the card retaining bracket unscrew the two captive thumb screws and lift clear of the
frame. Also remove the card retainer strip (one for each module). Retain the brackets and fittings for use if
the router is shipped at a later date.

3.1.6 Inserting and removing modules

It is not necessary to power down the frame when inserting or removing system modules as they have
been designed so that they can be ‘hot-plugged’ with the system powered.

The modules locate and lock in place using slot guides in the metalwork and plug into connectors
attached to the rear connector assembly.

Each module has two handles to allow removal and insertion. Figure 6 shows the right hand handle and
how it locks into the guides in the frame metalwork.

To remove a module, lift up the card ejector on the module and gently pull the card out.

If a card has a board reset switch, it is wise to exercise this after plugging a board in with the power on.

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Electrostatic Damage
Static precautions must be
observed when inserting
and removing all system
modules

Figure 6: Removing Modules

3.1.6.1 3U Fan Module (1945)

Figure 7: 3U Fan Module

The 1945 3U Fan Module and 119mm fan are mounted in the door of the Pyxis frame.

The Fan Module controls and monitors the fan in addition to driving the door status LEDs.

A ribbon cable from the motherboard provides power to the 1945 fan module, which supplies power to
the fans.

The 1945 fan module monitors the status of the fans and provides a combined error signal back to the
controllers

The 1945 fan module is fitted with the following LEDs:-

LED Function Source

PSU1 Green = PSU 1 OK PSU Module
Red = PSU 1 Failure
PSU2 Green = PSU 2 OK PSU Module
Red = PSU 1 Failure
FAN Green = fans OK 1945 Fan Module
Red = fan failure
CON1 Green = controller active Controller 1
CON2 Green = controller active Controller 2

Table 4: Front Door LEDs (3U)

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A fault signal is available from the fan module relay that can be used within the system as an alarm.
Accessed using the AES/LTC 9-way on the rear panel. See Section 5.1.5 for pin-out details. Details
of setting up the relay are in section 3.1.7.2

3.1.6.2 Replacing the Fan

Figure 8: Replacing a Fan Module

The Fan Module (fan & PCB) is designed for easy replacement.

To replace the fan:-

1. Unplug the power connector. Do not remove the connector or desolder leads. The replacement
assembly comes with a pre-fitted cable and plug.

2. Disconnect the Ribbon Connector.

3. Swing the front door open 30 degrees and remove from the frame.

4. Remove the four corner retaining screws.

5. Remove and replace the fan.

WARNING
Do not operate the frame for long periods without the fan running
and the door closed. High risk of overheating and damage

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3.1.7 3U Power Supply Modules

Figure 9: Power Supply (3U)

The power supply slots are on the right hand side of the frame. The Pyxis frame can run from a single
supply but fitting a second provides full redundancy. Each power supply has a 240Watt rating. If both
supplies are fitted they are always live and are electrically arranged to share the load. Each has an
independent IEC mains connector. Each IEC socket is fitted with a fuse which should always be replaced
with the same type.. Each socket also contains a spare fuse.

The power supplies are sealed units.

They do not contain any serviceable items.
HIGH VOLTAGE

The units are hot swappable.

Please read the safety warnings here and on the labels.

The PSU LEDs are mounted on the router front door and will show green if okay or red if failed.

3.1.7.1 Replacing a Power Supply

The Pyxis Power supplies can easily be replaced.

Pull the power supply forward using the handle. Support the weight of the supply and be aware the unit
may still be hot.

The front door of the frame must be removed to gain access to the second PSU

Power Supplies
May be still hot

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3.1.7.2 Alarm Relay Trigger Enable

Figure 10: Alarm Relay Trigger Enable

Alarm Relay Trigger, accessible via the AES/LTC & RELAY connector on the rear panel can be set
for PSU1, PSU2, and the Fan; they are individually enabled by setting Switches of SW1 on the 1945
Fan Module (fitted to the 3U Frame door) to the ‘ON’ position. The relay operation is the sum of all
the enabled switches.

Switch 1-1 is the enable for PSU1 position

Switch 1-2 is the enable for PSU2 position.
Switch 1-3 enable for the fan alarm
See section 5.1.5 for details of the 9-Way Pin out for connection to the Relay signals.
NOTE: Settings should match your frame configuration, for example, if you only have one PSU fitted
in the PSU2 position then you should set switch 1-1 to ‘OFF’ to disable the empty PSU1 slot
generating a false alarm trigger.

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3.2 1U

3.2.1 Ventilation

Figure 11: 1U Air Flow

The 1U Pyxis frame ventilation system uses three small fans mounted in the front door. The fans
draw air in from the front circulate it throughout the router, finally passing out through the side vents.
It is therefore important not to block the side air vents. The ventilation flow relies on the front door
being closed. Do not operate the router for extended times with the door open.

3.2.2 Internal Layout

Figure 12: 1U Frame Layout

 The 1U frame has a single slot allowing one routing module to be fitted.

 Power is supplied from two external PSUs, which are diode-or’d on the motherboard to
provide dual redundancy

 Cooling is provided by fans mounted in the front door

 Signal cards and rear panels are common to both the 3U and 1U frames.

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3.2.2.1 The 1U Fan Module (1946)
The 1946 1U Fan Module mounts on the door of the 1U frame. The Fan Module provides monitoring
of the fans fitted on the door, and also carries the status LEDs that show through the door.

A ribbon cable from the motherboard provides power to the 1946 Fan Module. The 1946 supplies
power to the fans on the door, monitors the status of the fans and provides a combined error signal
back to the controller. An LED on the door also reflects the fan status. The 1946 fan module is fitted
with the following LEDs which are visible through the door.

LED Function Source

Power 1 OK Green = PSU 1 OK 9005 1U motherboard
Power 2 OK Green = PSU 2 OK 9005 1U motherboard
Fans OK Green = fans OK 1946 fan module
Red = fan failure

Table 5: Front Door LEDs (1U)

3.2.3 1U Power Supply

The 1U frame uses an external power supply unit. They are non-repairable units with no internal
serviceable items. A second PSU may be fitted for redundancy.

The power supplies contain dangerous high voltages.

There are no serviceable items.

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4 Control Options
A Pyxis router supports a variety of Snell control systems; Nebula, Aurora and Workbench. Nebula
and Aurora combine to make up the legacy control system and Workbench the next generation with
enhanced features and user front end. The control system defines which control card must be used
within the Pyxis frame.

 The 2449 allows control with Nebula and/or Aurora

 The 2450 allows control with Workbench or Aurora.

 The 2451 is a slave frame controller and used in Slave Frames of expanded systems (refer
to section 5.1.9 for details of expansion set up)

2449 2450 2451

Figure 13: Pyxis Control Card Options

4.1 Dual Redundant Controller Operation

Failure of a router controller will not lose signal connections through the router, but can render a
system inoperable. The 3U Pyxis frame allows dual redundant control modules to be fitted, meaning
a fully redundant control system is available, where changeover is both transparent and immediate.

When two control modules are fitted one must be designated ‘Master’ and the other as ‘Slave’. This
is set using switches on the Nebula controller and in software for the Nucleus controller. See the next
section of this manual.

In a dual control system one controller will always be ‘ACTIVE’ while the other is ‘IDLE’. In the event
of the ‘ACTIVE’ controller failing, the ‘IDLE’ controller will take over control of the frame and become
‘ACTIVE’.

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On power up, the control module designated MASTER will become ‘ACTIVE’. Every main loop, the
software checks whether a changeover has occurred. When a controller changes state from ‘IDLE’ to
‘ACTIVE’ a message is issued to the remote control ports, such that any external control system,
such as Aurora, will be able to report the change.

All data is synchronized constantly between the dual controllers, using an internal serial link. This
data includes the tally table, configuration and database, ensuring that in the event of a controller
changeover no crosspoint routes change and all configuration parameters remain the same. Since all
control ports and reference signals connect only to the active controller, using tri-state drivers, a
controller changeover will be transparent to the user.

A controller changeover may be forced by the user by either pressing the reset button on the active
controller, or removing the active controller.

In the event of a second controller, configured as a slave, being plugged into a single controller
system, all data is automatically transferred from the active controller over a period of time.

Do not press the reset on the ACTIVE control module or remove the ACTIVE module after
plugging in the IDLE controller. It takes up to ten minutes to download the database. If the
reset is pressed during this time ALL DATABASE SETTINGS WILL BE LOST, and the default
database and tally table loaded.

4.2 2449: Nebula Controller

The Pyxis router is supplied with a basic database and default settings for all control ports. This
means external controllers, control panels and Under Monitor Displays can be directly connected to
the frame if required. The database contains system configuration details such as the number of
logical/control levels within the system, signal types and control panel functions.

4.2.1 Functionality
The 2449 is a microprocessor-based module made up of a base card and 2445 Nebula Card.
Together they run system code from flash memory giving a rapid boot-up and easy code upgrade.
NVRAM on the module holds a record of the system crosspoint settings (known as the 'tally table')
ensuring that the router status is maintained following power interruptions or signal module removal.
The system database and an exact record of the router module hardware, known as the
'configuration' are also held in memory on the module.

The control module(s) connect to all router signal modules within the frame via a serial control bus
(routed on the system Motherboard). Status data from the PSU(s) and Fan Module is passed onto
the controller(s) via dedicated logic lines.

All external communication is passed through the control module(s) whether for remote control of the
router or connection of control panels or Under Monitor Displays.

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reference signals. The controller uses the references to determine at what point to make a
crosspoint switch, in the absence of a valid reference signal a 'crash' switch will be implemented.

The 2449 has switches and headers which determine operation of the system and configuration of
user ports detailed in section 5.

NOTE: If the 2449 needs to be returned to Snell for any reason, DO NOT remove the 2445 sub
module, return both units together.

4.2.2 The System Database

Pyxis requires a 'configured' database; the router will be supplied with a basic database used during
system test before delivery. If necessary the database can be edited using the Nebula Editor
software (supplied with the Pyxis), it requires a PC running Microsoft Windows, a serial COM port
(RS232) and 3 wire pin-pin 9-way serial cable (refer to section 5.1.3 for details of cable wiring).

Refer to Nebula User Guide for more detail of connection, set up and operation.

4.2.3 Version Numbers

In order to accommodate the increased size of the Pyxis router the Nebula Control card and Editor
have been upgraded. Only version 3 (or higher) software will function with Pyxis. The simplest way
of checking the version installed on a PC is to run the editor and click on the Snell icon or select
'ABOUT' under the configuration dropdown, it should show Nebula Editor Version 3.2.0.88 or newer.

Figure 14: About Nebula Editor Screen Shot

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4.2.4 Control Protocol Options

Part of the database configures the protocol used on the RS485 ports on the rear panel. There are 4
pre-defined protocols each suitable for different device/application connections. This section
describes each protocol. Refer to the Nebula User Guide for details of configuration within the
database.

 General Switcher Protocol (SW-P-02)

 Multi-drop Communications Protocol (SW-P-06)
 General Remote Control Protocol (SW-P-08)
 Simple Switcher Protocol (SW-P-03)

4.2.4.1 Snell General Switcher Protocol (SW-P-02)

Snell General Switcher Communication Protocol is the preferred method of controlling Snell routers.
It uses numbers in the range 0 to 1023 to set, acknowledge and poll crosspoints via a single router
control module. Pyxis ports must be configured for this protocol if the router is to be controlled by an
Aurora control system

Although labeled ‘RS485’, this port is actually software configured to be point to point, as with RS422,
when using this protocol.

The full specification for this protocol is available from Snell, or on our website (www.Snell.com).

4.2.4.2 Snell General Remote Control Protocol (SW-P-08)

This protocol has been developed to provide a common method of interfacing Snell router control
systems to a variety of standard and custom applications. An example of the use of this protocol
would be the interfacing of the Pyxis system to a Soft Panel control system, or to a TSL Under
Monitor Display system. General Remote protocol allows the controlling system to access and
control all system parameters, using the database configured names, as well as level, source and
destination numbers.

The full specification for this protocol is available from Snell.

4.2.4.3 Snell Multi-Drop Communications Protocol (SW-P-06)

This protocol is designed to communicate between a Snell router control system and router control
panels and Under Monitor Displays. Up to sixteen ‘devices’ may be ‘daisy-chained’ onto one multi-
drop control port, each device requires a unique address, identified using a rotary HEX switch. The
control system database must hold configuration data for all devices.

The full specification for this protocol is available from Snell.

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4.2.4.4 Snell Simple Switcher Protocol (SW-P-03)

Similar to General Switcher Protocol but with reduced capability, such as only being able to address
128 destinations. Has the advantage of being able to set more crosspoints per video frame than
General Switcher. The port may also be configured for baud rates up 230kbaud.

The full specification for this protocol is available from Snell.

4.2.5 2449 Configuration (Switches & Headers)

Figure 15: 2449 Nebula Controller Configuration Components

4.2.5.1 2445 Nebula Control Card

The push button reset switch forces a reboot of the card as if from power up. The functionality is the
same as the reset switch on the 2449 base card (which is easier to reach when the controllers are in
the frame). Section 4.2.5.3 explains the Reset Function in more detail.

Two banks of 4 DIP switches labeled CONFIG SWITCHES do configure the controller and its basic
operation. Table 6 and the following text describe the function of each switch and highlight the default
settings the 2449/2445 is supplied with when in a Pyxis frame.

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CONFIG SWITCH
SELECTION
Switch Function Setting for Pyxis
OFF ON
1 MASTER/SLAVE SELECT SLAVE MASTER ON–Master, OFF-Slave
2 P CLOCK SELECT 10 MHz 20 MHz ON
3 SYSTEM RUN MODE NORMAL TEST OFF
4 RS232 PORT BAUD RATE 9600 38400 ON
5 DEFAULT TRIGGER SELECT 625 525 Not Used
6 RE-CONFIGURE MANUAL AUTO ON
7 DATABASE TYPE FIXED CONFIGURED ON
8 CONTROL MODE GENERAL PANELS Not Used

Table 6: 2445 Nebula Control Card: Config. Switch Functionality

SW1 Master/Slave select is used, in dual control situations, to assign Master/Slave status to the 2445
control modules. One module MUST be set to MASTER and the other to SLAVE so that on reset or
power up the Master 2445 powers up first and, hence, always becomes the active controller.

SW2 P clock select is used to select between 10 MHz and 20MHz µP clock frequency and should
be left set to 10MHz.

SW3 System Run Mode determines which mode of operation the Pyxis powers up in (i.e. NORMAL
or TEST). NORMAL is the standard mode of operation. TEST selects a special test mode where
various features of the Nebula Controller hardware can be tested by Snell.

SW4 RS232 port BAUD rate select. This port is used by the Windows database editor which runs on
a PC using its COM port. The editor software will automatically detect the BAUD rate configured, and
therefore this rate only needs changing to 9600 BAUD if the PC being used has difficulty
communicating at 38400 BAUD.

SW5 Default trigger select is used to select between 625 or 525 reference to be assigned to each
source for the fixed databases. Not used with a configurable database so not used on Pyxis.

SW6 Reconfigure selects between AUTOmatic configuration of modules in the system on power-up
or reset and MANUAL configuration. In AUTO the system configuration is compared to that held in
non-volatile memory and any changes in module configuration found will be included in the
configuration and saved to the non-volatile memory. It is recommended that during initial
configuration the switch is set to AUTO, and when the final desired configuration is achieved, the
switch changed to MANUAL. This means the control card will always look for the intended system
card configuration, and if cards or slave systems appear after the initial power-up, they will not be de-
configured from the system.

SW7 Database Type selects whether to use the fixed, non-editable database or the editable one.
Pyxis does not support fixed databases so ‘CONFIGURED’ must be selected.

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SW8 Control mode selects which protocol the serial control ports will use. ‘GENERAL’ configures
both RS485 ports to support General Switcher protocol. ‘PANELS’ configures both RS485 Remote
ports to support Multi-drop Comms protocol. See the next section for a description of these protocols.
Not used in the configurable database.

LEDs
The 8 yellow diagnostic LEDS on the 2445 have the following definitions:

LED Function
1 POWER ON
2 RESET
3 CONTROL CARD ACTIVE
4 Flashing at 2Hz - ACTIVE CONTROLLER
Flashing at 1Hz – IDLE CONTROLLER
5 CROSSPOINT SET - FLASHES WHEN SET
6 NO HANDSHAKE FROM A MODULE
7 525 REFERENCE INPUT DETECTED
8 625 REFERENCE INPUT DETECTED
4,8 4 on & 8 flashing: R/W error with RAM
4,7 4 on & 7 flashing: Checksum error in EPROM

Table 7: 2445 Nebula Control Card: LED Functionality

4.2.5.2 2449 Base Card

The 2449 base card has a number of configuration headers and switches, most explained in more detail in
section 5 in relation to rear panel port configuration.

Figure 16: 2449 Base Card - Switch Locations

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4.2.5.3 Reset

The 2449 base card has a reset button on the front edge, which performs exactly the same function
as the reset button on the 2445 sub board.

Under normal conditions it will cause the processor to re-boot; a process that takes only a few
seconds, normally it will NOT lose the system database or change any crosspoint settings. However
if the system has just had a slave controller plugged in the database will be mid transfer and could be
corrupted on both cards (see section 4.1 for details)

If CONFIG SWITCH 6 on the 2445 card is set to ‘AUTO’, a reset will also force the control module to
interrogate all the cards in the frame and update its configuration information. This means it is
important to perform a reset whenever the system size has been increased or decreased.

After a reset with the correct module configuration it is advisable to set CONFIG SWITCH 6 to
MANUAL, avoiding over-writing the configuration should any modules be removed or added
temporarily.

4.2.5.4 Rotary Hex Switches

The bank of 8 Rotary Hex switches on the front of the 2449 controller is not used on in the Pyxis
system and should all be set to 0.

4.2.5.5 DIP Switches

The bank of three four-way DIP switches on the front of the 2449 is not used in the Pyxis system and
should all be set to off.

4.2.5.6 Setting Master/Slave jumpers

Figure 17: 2449 Controller: Master/Slave Settings

The 5 jumpers PL1 to 5 must be set to match the MASTER/SLAVE setting on the 2445 Nebula Card.

In a dual controller system, one module must be configured as ‘Master’ and one as ‘Slave’. See

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section 4.1 for an explanation of a dual redundant system.

4.2.5.7 Ethernet Control

Figure 18: 2449 Controller: Ethernet Port Configuration

The BECK chip (SC13) on 2449 Base Card allows Ethernet control of the control card using General
Switcher protocol over IP or SNMP. The user must select the Ethernet control to route the BECK
chip interface to the correct port on the 2445 Nebula card.

Software is also required to enable Ethernet Control, detailed in section 5.2.3

A standard CAT5 patch cord may be used to connect the Pyxis active Ethernet port to a 10 Base-T
hub or switch. By default, the SC13 chip is configured for DHCP, meaning that a DHCP Server must
be present on the same network segment in order for an IP address to be assigned.

Without a DHCP server the Snell configuration tool must be used to manually assign a static IP
address. The SC13 chip includes TELNET and FTP servers in order to support the configuration tool.

4.2.5.8 Control Port Configuration

All other headers and switches are explained in more detail in section 5.

4.2.5.9 2449 LEDs

Figure 19: 2449 Controller: Diagnostic LEDs

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There are eight status LEDs on the 2449, they have the following functions:

Name Color Function Normal Status

+3V3 Green Power OK Green

+5V Green Power OK Green

CTRL ACT Green Crosspoint command Occasional flash

Green if present
HD REF PRT Green/Red HD Reference present
Red if Missing
Controller Active (Green) Green on controller 1
NEB ACT Green
or Idle (Off) Off on controller 2
Green if present
625 REF Green/Red 625 Reference present
Red if Missing
Green if present
525 REF Green/Red 525 Reference present
Red if Missing

ETH Green Ethernet active Green flashes if Ethernet in use

Table 8: 2449 Controller: LED Functionality

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4.3 Nucleus Control System

Refer to Workbench
documentation for details of 2450

4.3.1 2450 User Interface

The 2450 Nucleus controller has no headers or switches to set; all configuration is controlled via the
software.

There are 12 LED’s and a reset switch accessible to the user via the Pyxis frame front door.

Figure 20: 2450 Controller: Diagnostic LEDs

Name Function Normal Status

OFF
D8 Reset
Red when reset initiated via SW1
Blue (Active Controller)
D4 Power OK
Purple (Idle Controller)
Amber = 100M Link
D5 Ethernet Connection
OFF = 10M Link
D6 Ethernet Activity Flashing Green

D9-D16 Undefined Software Programmable RGB LEDs

Table 9: 2450 Controller: LED Functionality

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5 Control Interface

Figure 21: Pyxis Control Interface - System Connection Example

The Pyxis frames and controllers are designed to offer a high degree of flexibility in their use. At its
simplest, a single frame with one signal type can be controlled by a single XY or BPX panel.

However it is possible to configure multiple frames and multiple panels in many combinations to build
a large multi-level system with up to 16 hardware control panels connected. In addition, an unlimited
number of soft panels can be connected using Snell’s Workbench control system. The following
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5.1 3U Frame Control Connections

Figure 22: Pyxis Control Rear Panel Connectors

This section discusses the rear connectors and ports on a 3U frame. Figure 22 shows a
diagrammatic view of the 3U rear connector panel. The EXP IN/ Port 1 and Port 2/ Config sockets
have dual functions which require jumper and switch settings on the Nebula Control module.
Operation of Port 3 and the Ethernet ports is dependent on jumper settings and software
configuration. Details of settings and modes are below.

5.1.1 Interconnections and Safety

Due to the nature of some of the data ports, especially high-speed video ports, it is impossible to
include fuse protection therefore; any equipment attached to the data ports must comply with Clause
4.7 of IEC/EN60950-1.

5.1.2 Port 1 RS422 or EXP_IN

If the Pyxis is a Master Frame (using 2449 or 2450 Controllers) Port1 should be configured as
RS422 and the required protocol selected in the Nebula database (refer to section 4.2 for details of
Nebula Database and Control Protocol options)

In a slave frame (which must use the 2451 Slave controller) this port will automatically configure to
EXP_IN.

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5.1.2.1 SETTING PORT 1 as RS422

NEBULA CONTROLLER

Figure 23: Configuration of Port 1 to RS422 with 2449 Controller

Detail of the port configuration (i.e. General Switcher or Multidrop) is controlled and configured via the
Nebula editor. For details refer to Nebula documentation.

If using a 2450 controller port configuration and control is via Workbench software, no headers or
switch settings are required. Refer to Workbench documentation for details.

NUCLEUS CONTROLLER
The Nucleus controller does not have any jumper of switch settings configuration should be via the
Workbench database.

5.1.2.2 PORT 1 CONNECTION OPTIONS

An RJ45 Connector is not standard for RS422 communications, if a 9 Way interface is required Snell
provide an adapter (Part Number HW-RJ45D9SA) which converts the RJ45 socket to a 9Way D-
Type socket.

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PIN OUT DETAILS

RJ45 ‘D’ Type Multi-Drop General Switcher

1 6 0V 0V

2 4 0V 0V

3 2 Rx- Tx-

4 3 Tx+ Rx+

5 8 Tx- Rx-

6 7 Rx+ Tx+

7 1&5 N/C N/C

8 9 N/C N/C

Table 10: Port 1 (RS422 Modes) Pin Out

The diagram below shows the wiring required to convert the RJ45 to a standard RS422 compatible 9-
Way D-Type Socket.

Figure 24: Port 1 Wiring RJ45 Cable to 9 Way D-Type

5.1.2.3 SETTING PORT 1 as EXP_IN

When configuring a Pyxis slave frame the 2451 Expansion Controller must be used.

When the 2451 is configured correctly (detailed in section 5.1.9.1) Port 1 will be configured as EXP_IN
and operate with a straight through Network cable.

The pin out (in EXP_IN mode) is detailed below.

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RJ45 RJ45
Function Function
Pin Pin
1 GND 5 TX-
2 GND 6 RX+
3 RX- 7 N/C
4 TX+ 8 N/C

Table 11: Port 1 EXP_IN Mode Pin Out

5.1.3 Port 2 Config (Database Upload Configuration Mode)

Port 2 will most often be used in RS232 mode to allow upload and download of the Nebula or Nucleus
database.

5.1.3.1 SET UP ON 2449 CONTROLLER

The diagram below shows the configuration on the 2449 required to give RS232 communications on
Port 2 of the rear panel.

Figure 25: 2449 Controller: Port 2 Configuration

For the port to function as CONFIG it needs to be basic RS232 wiring only. Pins 2, 3 & 5 Connected
only. The Pyxis will not function with a standard serial cable or a 9 way ribbon cable connection to your
PC.

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Rear Panel PC Serial

Name CABLE Name Function
Port 2 Port
1 N/C 1 CD Carrier Detect
2 A- Connect 2 RD Receive Data
3 B+ Connect 3 TD Transmit Data
4 N/C 4 DTR Data Terminal Ready
5 GND Connect 5 GND GND
6 N/C 6 DSR Data Set Ready
7 A+ 7 RTS Ready To Send
8 B- 8 CTS Clear To Send
9 N/C 9 RI Ring Indicator

Table 12: RS232 Port Pin Out and Cable Requirements

It is also possible to configure Port 2 as an RS422 port (making Port 3 unusable) – simply set the
following switches and headers.

 SW14, 15, 16, 17 set to CNTL

 PL13, 14, 15, 16 set to COM4

 PL17, 18 set to RS422

5.1.3.2 SET UP ON 2450 CONTROLLER

The 2450 Controller requires no switches or headers; it is configured using the Workbench software.
Refer to Workbench documentation for details of 2450 port configuration.

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5.1.4 Port 3 RS422

Port 3 can be configured as an RS422 port. There are only two RS422 ports on the Nebula Control
Card (2445); if Port 2 is configured to RS422 Port 3 is not available. Default settings the frame is
supplied with give you

 Port 1 RS422 Multidrop protocol

 Port 2 RS232 Configuration

 Port 3 RS422 General Switcher Protocol

NOTE: For Port 3 to operate as an RS422 port the following application “Reroute 2nd port / SDC Na-00743
SW-P-02 over IP” must be loaded onto the Beck Chip (SC12/SC13), this is done by default when the Pyxis is
shipped from Snell.

This allows Port3 to be used for General Switcher protocol ONLY. It also allows General Switcher over IP
operating in parallel with the serial connection.

As with all Snell control, any changes to crosspoint settings made by any control port or panel will be
broadcast to all other control ports.

5.1.4.1 SET UP ON 2449 CONTROLLER

Figure 26: 2449 Controller: Port 3 Configuration

5.1.4.2 SET UP ON 2450 CONTROLLER

The 2450 Controller requires no switches or headers; it is configured using the Workbench software.
Refer to Workbench documentation for details of 2450 port configuration.

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5.1.4.3 PIN OUT

RS422
Port 3 General
Multi-Drop
Switcher
1 GND GND
2 RX- TX-
3 TX+ RX+
4 GND GND
5 N/C N/C
6 GND GND
7 RX+ TX+
8 TX- RX-
9 GND GND

Table 13: Port 3 Pin Out

5.1.5 AES/LTC & RELAY

The third 9 Way on the rear panel is a mix of inputs to and outputs from the panel.

 Linear Time Code (LTC): Input used only by the Nucleus controller.

 Digital Audio (AES): Reference Input

 Relay (Alarms from the PSU & Fans): Output controlled by relay on fan board.

AES/LTC & RELAYS

1 Ground

2 AES (balanced) +

3 Ground

4 LTC+

5 Relay NC

6 Relay NO

7 AES (balanced) -

8 Relay CO

9 LTC-

Table 14: AES/LTC & Relay Port Pin Out

The relay signals are controlled via the fan module and should be set up to match your frame
configuration so false alarms are not triggered. See section 3.1.7.2 for details of switch settings.

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5.1.6 Audio Reference (UNBALANCED AES, BALANCED AES)

A BNC connector is provided for unbalanced AES reference input. The balanced AES input is available
on the 9-Way D-Type with the LTC and Relay Data (refer to section 5.1.5 for pin out details).

The unbalanced reference has a 75Ω termination, balanced uses 110 Ω.

An audio reference is always required when audio modules are fitted; the audio crosspoint(s)
are synchronous and use the audio reference.

Physically only one audio reference (balanced or unbalanced) should be connected to a Master
frame, connecting both will stop the audio router module(s) functioning correctly.

The reference is automatically detected on the controller cards – there are no switch settings
required.

5.1.7 Video Reference (REF1, REF2, REF3)

The 3U Pyxis provides connections for three loop-through video reference inputs. The Pyxis uses the
reference (when allocated correctly to a source) to switch between sources in accordance with SMPTE
RP168. If no references are present the Pyxis will ‘crash’ switch sources.

In addition to the references being present their use depends on the system database being configured
so each source is allocated the correct reference. Allocation of references is done using the appropriate
editor/configuration tool for the Nebula controller or Nucleus controller. Please refer to the appropriate
manual for details.

All video references are loop-through connections. The 2449 controller will indicate (via LEDs) when
each reference has been recognised, see section 4.2.5.9 for details.

 VIDEO REF 1: referenced as 525 Black & Burst in Nebula (2449) standard database

 VIDEO REF 2: referenced as 625 Black & Burst in Nebula (2449) standard database

 VIDEO REF 3: referenced as HD Black & Burst or Tri-Level in Nebula (2449) standard database

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5.1.8 Ethernet (CON1 & CON2)

Figure 27: Rear Panel Ethernet Ports

CON1 & CON2 allow 10/100 Ethernet connection and TCP/IP communication with the controllers.

Connection is only required if using the TCP/IP interface, but they connect directly to the controller slots,
if a configuration uses two controllers and TCP/IP comms it requires both Ethernet connections.

5.1.8.1 PIN OUT

Standard 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet

Pin Function

1 TX+
2 TX-
3 RX+
4 Reserved
5 Reserved
6 RX-
7 Reserved
8 Reserved

Table 15: Ethernet Ports Pin Out

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5.1.9 Expansion (EXP_IN, EXP_OUT)
Pyxis 3U frames can be expanded up to eight frames. A single Master Router, using Nebula or Nucleus
controller(s) and up to seven slave routers using 2451 Slave controller(s). Physical connection is
between the EXP_OUT of the Master Router into the EXP_IN of a Slave Router (as illustrated in the
diagram below). A standard network cable, pin to pin, RJ45 to RJ45 should be used for the
interconnections.

Figure 28: Pyxis Expansion - System Diagram

The 2451 controller(s) in the Slave Frames means Port 1 is automatically configured as EXP_IN rather
than RS422.

The patch cables between the frames should be as short as possible; the maximum recommended
length is 5m.

5.1.9.1 2451 Configuration

In a slave frame the 2451 requires some configuration according to it’s location in the frame and the
frames location in the system.

The diagram below shows the switches and details their settings.

Figure 29: 2451 Slave Controller Configuration

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5.1.9.2 Reference Signals in an Expanded System

Any reference signals, video or audio (balanced or unbalanced AES – not both) MUST connect into the
Master Router irrespective of which frame the audio and video signal cards are. Reference signals
should not be fed into slave frames (1U or 3U).

5.2 1U Frame Control Connections

Figure 30: Pyxis 1U Frame Rear Panel

This section discusses the rear connectors and ports on a 1U Pyxis frame. Most port settings and
configurations are common with the 3U panel (refer to Section 5.1 for detail). This section will
concentrate on the differences between the two frames.

5.2.1 Interconnections and Safety

Due to the nature of some of the data ports, especially high-speed video ports, it is impossible to
include fuse protection therefore; any equipment attached to the data ports must comply with Clause
4.7 of IEC/EN60950-1.

5.2.2 Pin-Outs
Pin outs of all connectors are the same as on a 3U Frame with the exception of Port3/AES as
defined in section 5.2.4

5.2.3 Ethernet
The 1U chassis only has provision for a single controller, an Ethernet port is provided to allow TCP/IP
control of this.

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5.2.4 Port 3 Serial Comms/AES

Port 3 can be RS422 or RS232 comms with the Balanced AES reference input on two unused pins.
As a result a standard serial cable should not be used on Port 3.

Port 3 AES

1 AES_REF-
2 A-
3 B+
4 GND
5 N/C
6 GND
7 A+
8 B-
9 AES_REF+

Table 16: 1U Frame Port 3 Pin Out

5.2.5 Power
The 1U frame two 48V DC jacks, only one is required for operation of the frame, the second provides
dual redundancy.

5.2.6 Video Reference

There is a single video reference input on the 1U frame; allocation of the reference to the inputs is still
necessary using either the Nebula or Workbench editors as with the 3U frame.

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6 Signal Modules

6.1 Digital Video

6.1.1 Digital Video Routing Modules 9200 Range

The Pyxis Digital Video Routing Modules are available in a variety of configurations. The modules
will support all normal SDI formats up to and including 3Gb/s. They all feature auto-equalization, and
are available in Reclocking and Non-reclocking versions. The series includes versions up to 72 x 72
crosspoints.

The Pyxis Digital Video Series includes:-

Reclocking 3G/HD/SD Versions:

9200: 72 x 72 3G/HD/SD Reclocking Module.

9201: 34 x 34 3G/HD/SD Reclocking Module.

9202: 17 x 17 3G/HD/SD Reclocking Module.

Non-Reclocking 3G/HD/SD Versions:

9203: 72 x 72 3G/HD/SD Non-reclocking Module.

9204: 34 x 34 3G/HD/SD Non-reclocking Module.

9205: 17 x 17 3G/HD/SD Non-reclocking Module.

Non-Reclocking SD Versions:

9206: 72 x 72 SD Non-reclocking Module.

9207: 34 x 34 SD Non-reclocking Module.

9208: 17 x 17 S D Non-reclocking Module.

Rear Panels:

All 72 x72 boards (9200, 9203, and 9206) designed for use with the 9100.

All 34 x34 boards (9201, 9204, and 9207) designed for use with the 9101.

All 17 x17 boards (9202, 9205, and 9208) designed for use with the 9102.

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6.1.2 User Interface
Each digital video routing module has the same user interface (accessible via the front door). In the
left hand corner are 3 RGB LED’s, 2 Hex Switches and 3 Banks of DIP Switches.

Figure 31: 9200 Range Modules: Switches and LEDs

6.1.2.1 LED Description

NAME COLOUR FUNCTION

Green Power OK
PWR-OK
Red Failure

Indicates communication between frame

H/S Flashing Amber controller and module.
(may appear to be red and green
(Handshake) LEDs if viewed at close range) With 2449 Controller 3 or 4 flashes every 10 seconds.
With 2450 Controller will appear as permanently flashing

Flashing Amber Indicates a route has been updated or refreshed

TAKE (may appear to be red and green Will flash with every route-set command, will flash constantly
LEDs if viewed at close range) if a number of routes are set in rapid succession.

Table 17: 9200 Range Modules: LED Functions

6.1.2.2 Switch Description

LABEL TYPE FUNCTIONALITY
Sets modules ‘logical level’ adjusting
LEVEL Rotary Hex Switch port offset (numbering)
(Level & Offsets described in table below)

FACTORY USE Rotary Hex Switch Not Used

Allows user to manually fix output slew

SLEW RATE DIP Switches
rate (in groups of 8).
MANUAL OVERRIDE (3 Banks of 4-way switches)
(Port mapping & speeds detailed in table below)

Table 18: 9200 Range Modules: Switch Functionality

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LEVEL
HEX Switch HEX Switch
Logical Level Logical Level
Position Position
0 1 8 -
1 2 9 -
2 3 A -
3 4 B -
4 5 C -
5 6 D -
6 7 E -
7 8 F -

Table 19: 9200 Range Modules: Control level Settings

DIP SWITCHES
 The state of the switches is only relevant when the switch labelled ENABLE is ON. When off the
output slew rate is either set by the reclockers (if available) or via the controller.
 All module configurations have all switches fitted; those not relevant to the configuration are
ignored.
 If used in a mixed SD/HD switches should be set to HD for non-reclocking HD/SD modules (9203,
9204 & 9205)
 The switches have no effect on the SD modules (9206, 9207 & 9208)

1 2 3 4
LEFT
Enable Ports 1-8 Ports 9-16 Ports 17-24
Slew Rate set by controller or
OFF (High) HD HD HD
automatically from reclockers
ON (Low) Slew Rate set by DIP Switches SD SD SD

1 2 3 4
MIDDLE
Ports 25-32 Ports 33-40 Ports 41-48 Ports 49-56
OFF (High) HD HD HD HD
ON (Low) SD SD SD SD

1 2 3 4
RIGHT
Ports 57-64 Ports 65-72 Not Used Not Used
OFF (High) HD HD
ON (Low) SD SD

Table 20: 9200 Range Modules: DIP Switch Settings

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6.1.3 Specifications

6.1.3.1 3G/HD/SD Reclocking Modules

Video Inputs

3G SMPTE 424M & 425M-AB (2.97 & 2.976Gb/s)

1080p50/59.94/60

HD SMPTE 292M (1.485 & 1.435Gb/s)

1080i 60/59.94/50

1080p/psf 30/29.97/25/24/23.98

720p 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98

SD SMPTE 259M-C (270Mb/s)

625i 50

525i 59.94

Number 72 / 34 / 17

Connector 75Ω BNC

Return Loss >15dB to 1.5GHz

>10dB 3GHz

Cable 3G to 60m (typical)

Equalisation
HD to 150m (typical) Belden 1694A

SD to 200m (typical)

Video Outputs

Standards As inputs

Format As inputs

Number 72 /34 / 17

Connectors 75Ω BNC

Jitter <0.2UI peak-to-peak

Return Loss >15dB to 1.5GHz

>10dB 3GHz

Cable Driver Automatic for supported data rates

Slew Rates
Switch selectable per 8 outputs for non standard data rates

Table 21: 3G/HD/SD Reclocking Module Specification

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6.1.3.2 3G/HD/SD Non-Reclocking Modules

Video Inputs

3G SMPTE 424M & 425M-AB (2.97 & 2.976Gb/s)

1080p50/59.94/60

HD SMPTE 292M (1.485 & 1.435Gb/s)

1080i 60/59.94/50

1080p/psf 30/29.97/25/24/23.98

720p 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98

SD SMPTE 259M-C (270Mb/s)

625i 50

525i 59.94

Number 72 / 34 / 17

Connector 75Ω BNC

Return Loss >15dB to 1.5GHz

>10dB 3GHz

Cable 3G to 60m (typical)

Equalisation
HD to 150m (typical) Belden 1694A

SD to 200m (typical)

Video Outputs

Standards As inputs

Format As inputs

Number 72 /34 / 17

Connectors 75Ω BNC

Jitter <0.2UI peak-to-peak

Return Loss >15dB to 1.5GHz

>10dB 3GHz

Cable Driver Switch selectable per 8 outputs

Slew Rates
Controlled via Nebula or Workbench tools

Table 22: 3G/HD/SD Non-Reclocking Modules Specification

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Video Inputs

SD SMPTE 259M-C (270Mb/s)

625i 50

525i 59.94

Number 72 / 34 / 17

Connector 75Ω BNC

Return Loss >15dB to 270M

Cable
SD to 200m Belden 1694A
Equalisation

Video Outputs

Standards As inputs

Format As inputs

Number 72 /34 / 17

Connectors 75Ω BNC

Jitter <0.2UI peak-to-peak

Return Loss >15dB to 270M

Table 23: SD Non-Reclocking Modules Specification

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6.2 Audio
Pyxis has been designed to seamlessly handle, Analogue, AES, and MADI audio signals. A
comprehensive range of modules and rear panels are available to support most applications. Each
module has a ‘level’ set and a ‘Dest Offset’ switch; these allow modules to be configured as individual
Levels or as part of one larger Level. Up to four audio modules, analogue, digital or a mixture may
be fitted in a 3U frame.

The audio router modules are not asynchronous, they require an AES reference signal
(balanced or unbalanced); the crosspoints synchronize to the reference. If no reference is
present the router will synchronize to an internally generated frequency (approximately
48kHz).

6.2.1 Terminology
AES: Audio Engineering Society

AES/EBU (AES3) Digital Audio Standard

MADI: Multichannel Audio Digital Interface
Channel: Mono Signal – single route through crosspoint

Stereo Pair: Consecutive Pair of Channels (left – right) (odd – even)

Port: Stereo Pair – Input or Output – Physical Connection
56 Channel MADI: 56 Channels or 28 Stereo Pairs
64 Channel MADI: 64 Channels or 32 Stereo Pairs
Transcoder: Translator – direct 1-1 no routing just translation to or from MADI
In 56 or 64 Channel Transcoder Mode the sample rate will lock to the
Vari-Speed:
MADI sample frequency
SRC: Sample Rate Converter

Channel Status Field: 192 bit Word defined in AES standard (AES3)
Defines channel status, includes data such as sample rate, stereo,
mono, word length, channel origin.

Table 24: Audio Terminology

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6.2.2 MADI
MADI is an industry-standard communications protocol that defines the data format and electrical
characteristics of an interface carrying multiple channels of digital audio. The AES/EBU standard for
MADI is currently documented in AES10-2003. The MADI standard includes a bit-level description
and has features in common with the two-channel format of AES3. Pyxis supports either 56 channels
(28 stereo pairs) or 64 channels (32 stereo pairs) but not both simultaneously, with sampling rates of
up to 48 kHz and resolution of up to 24 bits per channel.

MADI signals are treated as extra Sources and Destinations on the crosspoint, allowing routing
between any AES or analogue audio or MADI channel.

6.2.2.1 Dual I/O

Each audio rear panel (detailed in section 7.2) provides four MADI connections, two input and two
output.

INPUTS
 Input A is always the default.

 If Input A fails and B is available the router will automatically switch to Input B.
 There is no facility to force Input B; if both are present Input A is always default.
OUTPUTS
 Output B is an exact copy of Output A

6.2.3 Audio Modes

Each audio module (AES or Analogue) supports 4 modes (selected using the 4 way DIP switch on each
module, refer to 6.3 and 6.4 for details).

Type Function
1 OFF (up) = 56 channel MADI, ON (down) = 64 channel MADI
4 Way DIP 2 OFF (up) = Router mode, ON (down) = Transcoder mode
Piano Key
DIP 3 OFF (up) = lock to reference, ON (down) = lock to MADI
4 OFF (up) = Fs is not 44.1kHz, ON (down) = Fs = 44.1kHz.

Table 25: Audio Mode Switch Settings

1 OFF (up) = 56 channel MADI, ON (down) = 64 channel MADI

Sets the number of channels carried on the MADI Output. The MADI Input is configured to the same
number as the outputs. In an expanded system within a single frame, all cards must be set the same
(refer to section 6.2.4 and 6.2.5 for details on internal and external expansion)

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2 OFF (up) = Router mode, ON (down) = Transcoder mode

Router Mode allows the user to route any input (MADI, AES or Analogue) to any output (MADI, AES
or Analogue). When multiple cards within a single frame are set to the same level they are treated as
a single larger router (refer to section 6.2.4 for details of internal expansion)

Transcoder Mode fixes the crosspoint and simply routes the AES or Analogue inputs onto the MADI
outputs and MADI inputs onto the AES or Analogue outputs with 1-1 mapping.

Example:

On an Analogue module set to 64 Channel MADI in transcoder mode…

 MADI Input channels 0 and 1 route out to Analogue Output Port 1 L+R

 Analogue Input Port 30 L+R route out to MADI Output Channels 58 & 59

(Full port mapping for Transcoder Mode is detailed in Table 26; it shows AES or Analogue Input to
MADI output – simply reverse for MADI input to AES or ANALOGUE output)

Vari-Speed is used when the module is in 56 or 64 Channel MADI Transcoder Mode and locks the
sample rate to the active MADI Input.

The module can dynamically switch between router and transcoder modes without a reset.

AES or AES or
56 64 56 64
Analogue Equivalent Analogue Equivalent
Channel Channel Channel Channel
Stereo Mono Source Stereo Mono Source
MADI MADI MADI MADI
Pair Pair
Left 0 0 0 Left 18 36 36
1 19
Right 0 1 1 Right 18 37 37
Left 1 2 2 Left 19 38 38
2 20
Right 1 3 3 Right 19 39 39
Left 2 4 4 Left 20 40 40
3 21
Right 2 5 5 Right 20 41 41
Left 3 6 6 Left 21 42 42
4 22
Right 3 7 7 Right 21 43 43
Left 4 8 8 Left 22 44 44
5 23
Right 4 9 9 Right 22 45 45
Left 5 10 10 Left 23 46 46
6 24
Right 5 11 11 Right 23 47 47
Left 6 12 12 Left 24 48 48
7 25
Right 6 13 13 Right 24 49 49
Left 7 14 14 Left 25 50 50
8 26
Right 7 15 15 Right 25 51 51
Left 8 16 16 Left 26 52 52
9 27
Right 8 17 17 Right 26 53 53
Left 9 18 18 Left 27 54 54
10 28
Right 9 19 19 Right 27 55 55
Left 10 20 20 Left 28 I/O not 56
11 29 available
Right 10 21 21 Right 28 57
in 56
Left 11 22 22 Left 29 58
12 30 Channel
Right 11 23 23 Right 29 MADI 59
Left 12 24 24 Left 30 transcoder 60
13 31 mode
Right 12 25 25 Right 30 61

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AES or AES or
56 64 56 64
Analogue Equivalent Analogue Equivalent
Channel Channel Channel Channel
Stereo Mono Source Stereo Mono Source
MADI MADI MADI MADI
Pair Pair
Left 13 26 26 Left 31 62
14 32
Right 13 27 27 Right 31 63
Left 14 28 28 Left 32
15 33
Right 14 29 29 Right 32
Left 15 30 30 Left 33
16 34
Right 15 31 31 Right 33 I/O not available in
Left 16 32 32 Left 34 transcoder mode
17 35
Right 16 33 33 Right 34
Left 17 34 34 Left 35
18 36
Right 17 35 35 Right 35
Table 26: Transcoder Mode Port Numbering

3 OFF (up) = lock to reference, ON (down) = lock to MADI

When a module is in router mode (56 or 64 MADI) it can only use the local AES reference. In 56 or 64
Channel MADI Transcoder Mode it has the option of locking to the 1st MADI input using Vari-Speed.

6.2.4 Internal Expansion

The audio modules (9305 & 9400) have been designed with internal expansion ports that connect to the
motherboard. The routing modules are interconnected within the frame to allow mix and match
analogue and digital systems by fitting any combination of 9400 and 9305 modules.

Figure 32 shows how the 9400/9305 cards are expanded with 4 cards in a single frame, the maximum
supported by the module and frame architecture. The 9400 analogue audio module has 36 stereo input
channels and 36 stereo output channels. The 9305 digital audio card has 36 AES inputs and 36 AES
outputs. Each card encodes up to 36 I/O + 1 MADI (56 or 64 channels) into an internal format which is
fed to the expansion inputs of the other cards in the system. Each card can therefore route any of the
frames inputs to any of its own outputs.

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Figure 32: Audio Modules: Internal Expansion Block Diagram

Internal expansion signal is a high speed multiplex of all the inputs on a card. It is not available external
to the frame and cannot be used to make routers larger than 144 discrete AES or stereo Analogue
inputs and outputs i.e. the maximum size within one 3U frame.

6.2.5 External Expansion

The Pyxis router is designed to expand a larger MADI router system. An audio module configured to
transcoder mode can act as a satellite device to a larger MADI routing system translating AES or
Analogue into MADI or MADI to AES or Analogue. Figure 33 illustrates a MADI router using 3 Pyxis
frames to translate MADI to and from AES or Analogue Audio.

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Figure 33: Audio Modules: External Expansion

The MADI ports can be used as a form of expansion when a module is configured to router mode.
However each frame would need to use a different control ‘LEVEL’ and port numbering would be
allocated per frame.

6.2.6 Audio Port Numbering

Pyxis Audio modules support Analogue Audio, AES, and MADI formats. The ‘D’ type sockets on the rear
panel (refer to section 7.2 for details) support the first 36 channels; Analogue or AES depending on the
audio module. The MADI channels are available through the BNC connectors.

If a single module is being used then the audio signal pairs are 1–36 and the MADI pairs are either 37-
64 for 56ch MADI (28 pairs) or 37-68 for 64ch MADI (32 pairs).

A 3U frame can have up to four modules fitted.

 If they are configured as separate levels then the numbering will be per module,

 If they are configured to the same control ‘LEVEL’ and ‘DEST OFFSET’ set as per the tables
below the modules will be numbered as one large router (up to 272x272 in 64 Channel MADI
mode)

o It is not possible to mix MADI modes across modules working as one logical level;

Table 27 and Table 28 detail the audio port numbering in each MADI mode and using each control
system. Nebula routes only stereo pairs, Nucleus allows routing of mono Channels.

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ROUTE NUMBERING ROUTE NUMBERING
56-CHANNEL MADI MODE 64 CHANNEL MADI MODE

STEREO I/O STEREO I/O

DEST DEST
MODULE PAIR AUDIO MODULE PAIR AUDIO
OFFSET OFFSET
NUMBER FORMAT NUMBER FORMAT
1 1
Analogue Analogue
to to
or AES or AES
36 36
1 0 1 0
37 37
to MADI to MADI
64 68
65 69
Analogue Analogue
to to
or AES or AES
100 104
2 1 2 1
101 105
to MADI to MADI
128 136
129 137
Analogue Analogue
to to
or AES or AES
164 172
3 2 3 2
165 173
to MADI to MADI
192 204
193 205
Analogue Analogue
to to
or AES or AES
228 240
4 3 4 3
229 241
to MADI to MADI
256 272

Table 27: Audio Modules: Port Numbering with Nebula Controller

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NUCLEUS CONTROL
ROUTE NUMBERING ROUTE NUMBERING
56-CHANNEL MADI MODE 64 CHANNEL MADI MODE

I/O I/O
DEST CHANNEL DEST CHANNEL
MODULE AUDIO MODULE AUDIO
OFFSET NUMBER OFFSET NUMBER
FORMAT FORMAT
1 1
Analogue Analogue
to to
or AES or AES
72 72
1 0 1 0
73 73
to MADI to MADI
128 136
129 137
Analogue Analogue
to to
or AES or AES
200 208
2 1 2 1
201 209
to MADI to MADI
256 272
257 273
Analogue Analogue
to to
or AES or AES
328 344
3 2 3 2
329 345
to MADI to MADI
384 408
385 409
Analogue Analogue
to to
or AES or AES
456 480
4 3 4 3
457 481
to MADI to MADI
512 544

Table 28: Audio Modules: Port Numbering with Nucleus Controller

6.2.7 Audio Modification

The Pyxis Audio modules, Analogue & AES, support audio modification allowing manipulation of the
audio streams when routed through the crosspoint. The modification features are:

 Left to both / Right to both

 A source oriented feature whereby one channel of a stereo source pair is routed to both
channels at the output, hence left to both sees the left channel of a stereo source pair being
routed to both left and right channels at the output. Right to both operates similarly
 Mono or Summation
 A destination oriented feature whereby a stereo source pair is summed before being routed
to a mono destination
 Swap
 A source or a destination oriented feature whereby the left and right channels of a stereo
source pair are swapped over before being routed to the output

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 Normal

 A source or destination is one that requires no manipulation whilst being routed, i.e. no
changing of channels
These features are configured within the Nebula or Nucleus database and stored on a source and
destination basis.

6.2.8 Audio Specifications

Inputs/Outputs

Number 36 AES (9305)

36 Stereo Analogue (9400)

Supported Input Rates

32kHz – 192kHz
(using sample rate converters)

Supported Output 44.1kHz

Sample Rates
48kHz

PYXI Normal Routing Mode

Channel Status
SRC Input SRC is enabled
Source ID’s
MONO Mono Combine Feature Enabled

Table 29: Audio Modules: I/O Specification

Mixed AES & Analogue Systems

Digital input → Analogue Output

Note: All measurements are into High Impedance only.

Outputs Adjustable between +15 and +24dBU line-up level

Electronically balanced, nominal 40 Ohms output impedance

Gain Resolution 0.025 to 0.25dB (15-24 dBU)

Frequency response +/- 0.1 dB from nominal 40Hz- 15kHz, +/- 0.3dB 20hz -20kHz

THD <0.1% (22Hz-22kHz band limited)

Noise -77dB typical (CCIR 468-2 q-pk) at +18dBU = 0DBFS

-88dB typical (DIN RMS 22-22k)

Left/Right Crosstalk <96dB @ 16kHz

<110dB @ 1kHz

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Bit depth 24 bits

Line-Up Level Resolution 0.025 to 0.25dB (range 15-24dBU)

Table 30: Audio Modules: Digital Input to Analogue Output Specification

Mixed AES & Analogue Systems

Analogue Input→ Digital Output

Analogue Inputs Between +15 and +24dBU line-up level

Balanced, differential, nominal 10k input impedance

Gain Resolution 0.025 to 0.25dB (15-24 dBU)

Frequency response +/- 0.1 dB from nominal 40Hz- 15kHz

+/- 0.3dB 20hz -20kHz

THD @+18dBU 0.02% (22Hz-22kHz band limited)

Noise @+18dBU 77dB (CCIR 468-2 q-pk) at +18dBU = 0DBFS

88dB (DIN RMS 22-22k)

Common Mode Rejection <60dB @0dBU

Ratio (CMRR)
-48dB @+18dBU

Left/Right Crosstalk 96dB @16kHz

102dB @1kHz

Line-Up Level Resolution 0.025 to 0.25dB (range 15-24dBU)

Table 31: Audio Modules: Analogue Input to Digital Output Specification

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6.3 AES
The Pyxis 9305 is an AES router module. A single card capacity is 36 x 36 AES + up to 32 x 32
on MADI; using multiple modules can expand that capacity. Any extra modules can be a mix of
Analogue or AES.

6.3.1 User Interface

The AES module has a user interface made up of switches and LEDs allowing the user to
perform the following functions.

 Configure the module (Reset, Mode, Dest Offset, Level)

 Monitor Input Port Status
 Select Input Port for Headphone/Monitor Interface
 Configurable Sample Rate Converter Mode

Figure 34: AES Module: LEDs and Switches

6.3.1.1 MODULE STATUS & CONFIGURATION

Figure 35: AES Module: Configuration and Status

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LEDs
Name Function
PWR_OK Green = all power rails ok
H/S Flashes green at about 2Hz when commands are received from controller
TAKE Lights green for about 1 second when the controller sets a route on this card

Table 32: AES Module: Status LED Functionality

SWITCHES
Name Type Function
RESET Push Button Manual Reset of Module
1 OFF (up) = 56 channel MADI, ON (down) = 64 channel MADI
4 Way DIP 2 OFF (up) = Router mode, ON (down) = Transcoder mode
MODE Piano Key
DIP 3 OFF (up) = lock to reference, ON (down) = lock to MADI
4 OFF (up) = Fs is not 44.1kHz, ON (down) = Fs = 44.1kHz.
DEST OFFEST Rotary HEX Destination Offset (Range 0-3)

LEVEL Rotary HEX Module Level (Range 0-7)

Table 33: AES Module: Configuration Switch Functionality

6.3.1.2 MENU INTERFACE

Name Type Function
Push
OK Change Menu Mode* (Normal, Input Monitor)
Button

- Push
Select Channel to be modified/monitored
+ Button

2449 Controller and Input Monitor Mode

UP: Force sample rate converter into circuit for

UP Push selected channel
DOWN Button
DOWN: Return Channel to Auto Mode

Else No Effect

Table 34: AES Module: Menu Switch Functionality

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* MENU MODES

Status LEDs Mode Description

Individual LEDs indicate state of input port

Normal
(see table below)

As in Normal Mode except…

Input Single Port, Amber LED indicates channel monitored at headphones.
Monitor Solid indicates channel Sample Rate Converters in Auto† Mode
Pulsing†† indicates channel forced to use Sample Rate Converter

Table 35: AES Module: Menu Modes

† Auto Mode: Sample Rate Converter is switched in if the difference between the input signal and the reference is greater than
700ppm.
†† Flashing is a hard on-off. Pulsing is a smooth sweep between 50 and 100% brightness

LEDs
Name Function

O/P L
I/P L is Green when the module is in Input Monitor Mode
O/P R
Green
I/P L All other unused.
I/P R

Off No input (receiver is not locked)

Input is present, carries pcm data and is near rate* to reference
Green
(input passed in directly)
Input is present, carries pcm data, and is not near rate* to reference
Pulsing Green†
(input is passed through sample rate converter)
Input is present, carries pcm data, and the sample rate converter has
Flashing Green† been switched in manually (either from the front switches or from the
2450).
Input is present, carries non pcm data and is near rate* to reference
(input is passed in directly. The non pcm status is determined from the non
Blue
linear pcm bits in the channel status. Input is deemed to be non pcm if either
sub frame carries non PCM data – typically Dolby E)
INPUT Input is present, carries pcm data, is near rate* to the reference and
STATUS Red has a parity error, channel status CRC error or a bi-phase encoding
error.
Input is present, is not near rate* and is either non pcm data or is
Pulsing Red† pcm data with a parity error, channel status CRC error or a bi-phase
encoding error.
Input is present, is near rate* to the reference and a sample slip has
Flashing Red† occurred. Sample slips are indicated for 5 seconds after they occur
before the detector times out.
Amber Selected Input Monitor Channel (routed to headphones) in auto mode
Selected Inpuot Monitor Channel (routed to headphones) sample rate
Pulsing Amber† converter has been switched in manually (either from the front switches
or from the 2450).

Table 36: AES Module: Input Status LEDs Functionality

*near rate is defined as within 700ppm of the reference

†† Flashing is a hard on-off. Pulsing is a smooth sweep between 50 and 100% brightness

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CHANGING MENU MODES

o
Figure 36: AES Module: Menu Flow Diagram

EXAMPLES

Figure 37: AES Module: Input Monitoring

Input Status LED 13 Solid Amber indicates the 9305 module is in Input Monitor Mode and Input Port 13 is in
auto mode and monitored on headphone socket.

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Figure 38: AES Module: Normal Mode Example

Colored LEDs (not Amber) indicate the 9305 module is in Normal Mode.
Ports 1, 2, 3, 18, 19, 20, 33, 34, 35, 36:
Solid Green LEDs indicate input data is present, carries pcm data and is near rate to reference
Ports 6 & 7:
Solid Blue indicates non-audio data is present, carries non-pcm data and is near rate to reference
Port 15:
Solid Red indicates input data is present, carries pcm data, is near rate to reference but has errors
(parity, or status CRC or bi-phase encoding)

6.3.1.3 HEADPHONE MONITORING

A headphone socket on the right hand side of the module allows the user to monitor any of the inputs
(selected using Input Monitor Mode – described in Section 6.3.1.2).

The headphone volume is limited for safety reasons (approximately -10dB). This limited level can be
defeated by holding down the push button labeled HP Limit. The LED, normally green, will indicate when the
headphones are at full volume by turning red.

If a non-audio source (indicated by blue LED) is selected in Input Monitor Mode the headphone output will be
muted and cannot be defeated.

HP LIMIT LED
INDICATES FULL VOLUME

Figure 39: AES Module: Headphone Socket & Control

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6.3.2 AES Module with Non-Audio Signals

The AES module (9305) will pass valid non-audio data if it’s synchronous to the reference. Non-Audio data is
defined as any audio data without Liner PCM in the channel status data field; a typical example is Dolby-E.

If the input is non-audio the Sample Rate Converters are always bypassed regardless of the force settings.

In Input Status Mode valid non-audio data is indicated by a Blue LED.

Dolby E Routing

To route Dolby E through an AES module the system should be set up as illustrated in Figure 40. The Pyxis
frame requires an AES reference and a video black and burst reference to set the switching point. The two
references should be locked together. All input ports used to route Dolby E should be set to reference the
video signal in the Nebula or Nucleus database. All other Dolby E equipment in the system should also use
the same two references.

Figure 40: Routing Dolby E with AES Module(s)

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6.4 Analogue Audio

6.4.1 User Interface

The Analogue Audio module user interface, switches and LEDs allow the user to perform the
following functions

 Configure the module (Reset, Mode, Dest Offset, Level)

 Monitor Input Port Status
 Select Input Port for Headphone/Monitor Interface
 Adjust Line-Up Level On Input Port (Mono Channels)
 Adjust Line-Up Level On Output Port (Mono Channels)
 LED Testing

Figure 41: Analogue Audio Module: LED's and Switches

6.4.1.1 MODULE STATUS & CONFIGURATION

Figure 42: Analogue Module: Configuration and Status

LEDs
Name Function
PWR_OK Green = all power rails ok
H/S Flashes green at about 2Hz when commands are received from controller
TAKE Lights green for about 1 seconds when the controller sets a route on this card

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SWITCHES
Name Type Function
RESET Push Button Manual Reset of Module

0 OFF = 56 channel MADI, ON = 64 channel MADI

4 Way DIP 1 OFF = Router mode, ON = Transcoder mode

MODE Piano Key
DIP 2 OFF = lock to reference, ON = lock to MADI

3 OFF = Fs is not 44.1kHz, ON = Fs = 44.1kHz.

DEST OFFEST Rotary HEX Destination offset

LEVEL Rotary HEX Module Level

Table 37: Analogue Audio Module: Configuration Switch Functionality

6.4.1.2 MENU INTERFACE

Name Type Function

Change Menu Mode* (Normal,
Push
OK Input/Headphone Setup, Output
Button
Setup)

- Push Select Channel to be

+ Button modified/monitored

UP Push
Change Line-Up Value on Selected Port
DOWN Button

Table 38: Analogue Audio Module: menu Switch Functionality

Each Mono Analogue Input and Output has individual Line-Up level adjustment. The adjustment is done by
digital potentiometers along with non-volatile storage on each card. The resolution scales with the overall
level, hence at +24dBU the resolution is ≈0.25dB per step and at +15dBU the resolution is ≈0.025dB per
step.

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* MENU MODES
MODE Normal Mode Input Setup & Monitor

MENU
LEDs

OFF AMBER (I/PL of I/P OFF indicates Mono

Channel)

STATUS
LEDs
Indicate state of input port Single Amber LED indicates channel
(see table below) monitored at headphones.

MODE Output Setup Mode LED Test(s)

MENU
LEDs

BLUE (I/PL of I/P OFF indicates Mono Channel) RED, GREEN, BLUE

STATUS
LEDs

Single Blue LED indicates output port for Red, Green or Blue LED scrolling from
Selected. 1-36
Table 39: Analogue Module: Menu Modes

Name Function
OFF = Normal Mode
Colour Indicates
O/P L AMBER = Input & headphone Channel
Mode
O/P R BLUE = Output Channel
Left/Right
I/P L I/P or O/P LEFT = Left Audio Channel Selected
Indicates
I/P R Selected
I/P or O/P RIGHT = Right Audio Channel Selected
Channel
Off No input (signal level is below –36dBFS)
Input is present, and on average above –36dBFS and
INPUT Green below –1.5dBFS.
STATUS
Input is present, and above –1.5dBFS- suggests signal
Red is very close to clipping/maximum.

Table 40: Analogue Audio Module: Input Status LED’s Functionality

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CHANGING MENU MODES

Figure 43: Analogue Module: Menu Flow Diagram

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6.5 RS422/Timecode
The RS422/Timecode is a dual-purpose board depending on the switch settings. The
RS422/Timecode routing range consists of three modules

MODULES

9600: 128 Port (RS422) / 128x128 (Timecode)

9601: 64 Port (RS422) / 64x64 (Timecode)

9602: 32 Port (RS422) / 32x32 (Timecode)

The 128, 64 and 32 modules take up 1, 2 and 4 rear panel positions respectively.

6.5.1 RS422 Routing 9600 Range

The RS422 routing modules have been developed in three different sizes, each plugging into the
appropriate rear panel.

The rear panels use high density connectors (50-way D-Types) and a breakout panel has been
designed to fit in the rear of the bay.

When a device is connected the same cable connections are used whether it is a controller or a
machine, therefore the routing module configures the ports depending on how the devices are
being used. In addition, the routing module supports both distributive (broadcast) and non-
distributive (1-1) routing.

REAR PANELS

9121: 128 port

9122: 64 Port
9123: 32 Port

BREAK OUT BOARD

9124: RS422 Break Out Panel

6.5.2 Timecode
The Timecode routing modules have been developed in three different sizes, each plugging into
the appropriate rear panel.

The rear panels use high density connectors (50-way D-Types).

REAR PANELS

9215: 128x128
9126: 64x64
9127: 32x32

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6.5.2.1 Timecode Routing Modules
Inputs/Outputs
Output Amplitude 1-2V pk-pk into a 1 kΩ load
Output Impedance 50 Ω nominal
Input Impedance > 5 kΩ
Data Rate 50 Hz - 5 MHz
Table 41: Timecode Routing Modules: I/O Specification

6.5.3 User Interface

Each RS422/Timecode Router has the same user interface (accessible via the front door). In the
left hand corner are 3 RGB LED’s, 2 Hex Switches and 1 Bank of 4 DIP Switches.

Figure 44: RS422/Timecode Modules: LEDs and Switches

6.5.3.1 LED Description

Name Color Function

Green Power OK
PWR-OK
Red Failure

H/S Flashing Amber

Indicates communication between
(Handshake)
(may appear to be red and green LEDs if frame controller and module
viewed at close range)

Flashing Amber
Indicates a route has been updated
TAKE (may appear to be red and green LEDs if or refreshed
viewed at close range)

Table 42: RS422/Timecode Modules: LED Functionality

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6.5.3.2 Switch Description
Label Type Functionality
Sets modules ‘logical level’ adjusting
LEVEL Rotary Hex Switch port offset (numbering)

TEST Rotary Hex Switch Not Used

MODE DIP Switch Not Used

Table 43: RS422/Timecode Modules: Switch Functionality

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7 Rear Panels
Pyxis digital video rear panels are available in one, two, and four slot high varieties. The one slot
panels may also be used in the 1U Pyxis frame. Specific rear panels have been designed to
support Audio, Video, and Control modules in various sizes. A 3U frame may be fitted with a
combination of panels in a Mix and Match approach according to the signal modules in the frame.
The example shown below has been fitted with a two slot high SDI panel and two audio panels.

Figure 45: A Typical Rear Panel Combination

7.1 Video Rear Panels

7.1.1.1 9100 – 72x72 SDI Rear Panel

Figure 46: Pyxis 9100 72 x 72 SDI Rear Panel

Rear panel designed for use with the 72 x72 digital video routers; 9200, 9203 and 9206. A single
module bought out to 72 input and 72 output BNC connectors in a 4 slot format.

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7.1.1.2 9101 – 34x34 SDI Rear Panel

Figure 47: Pyxis 9101 34 x 34 SDI Rear Panel

Rear panel designed for use with the 34 x34 digital video routers; 9201, 9204 and 9207. A single
module bought out to 34 input and 34 output BNC connectors in a 2 slot format.

7.1.1.3 9102 – 17x17 SDI Rear Panel

Figure 48: Pyxis 9102 17 x 17 SDI Rear Panel

Rear panel designed for use with the 17 x17 digital video routers; 9202, 9205 and 9208. A single
module bought out to 17 input and 17 output BNC connectors in a 1 slot format. Any 1 slot rear
panel can be used in a 1U Pyxis Frame.

7.1.2 Rear Panel Port Mapping for Digital Video

Pyxis is designed to be versatile allowing different module combinations to exist in the same 3U
frame. In normal practice rear panels are matched with their corresponding modules e.g. a 9100
(72x72 SDI Rear Panel) connected to a 9203 (72 x 72 Non-Reclocking Digital Video Module).
This will give a normal one to one mapping in the sense that the BNC numbers are the same as
the route numbers.

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It is possible to fit other combinations of rear panel and modules, and these will work perfectly
well, but the mapping will be different. If a larger capacity rear panel is used with a smaller
capacity module then there is no longer a one to one mapping and route numbers will no longer
match the BNC connector numbers on the rear panel. The larger rear panel will have more
connectors than is necessary, and these will be not connected.

The mapping for these combinations is shown below:-

Figure 49: Digital Video Rear Panel: Module & Rear Panel Combinations: 9100 Port Mapping

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Figure 50: Digital Vid2eo Rear Panel: Module & Rear Panel Combinations: 9101 Port Mapping

Figure 51: Digital Video Rear Panel: Module & Rear Panel Combinations: 9102 Port Mapping

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7.2 Audio Rear Panels
Pyxis Audio routers can be provided with;

 Balanced or Unbalanced inputs and outputs for AES levels

 Balanced inputs and outputs for Analogue levels

To support those features there are three Pyxis Audio rear panels.

9105: 72x72 (mono) or 36x36 (stereo) high density balanced audio rear panel (1 slot)
(suitable for 1U frame)

9107: 36x36 unbalanced audio rear panel (2 slot)

9108: 18x18 unbalanced audio rear panel (1 slot) (suitable for 1U frame)

Figure 52: 9105

Figure 53: 9107

Figure 54: 9108

7.2.1 9105: Balanced Audio Rear Panel

Figure 55: 9105 36 x 36 (72 Mono) High Density Balanced Audio Rear Panel

The Pyxis 9105 Rear Panel may be used for analogue or AES audio signals, each panel is one

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slot high and is fitted with six high density 62 way, ‘D’ type sockets; three for inputs and three for
outputs and 4 BNC connectors for MADI connection; 2 input and 2 output (functionality described
in section 6.2.2.1)

Each 9105 panel has a capacity of 36 x 36 stereo pairs (or 72 x 72 mono channels). Larger
routers can be constructed within a single frame by using multiple panels. Two panels can be
fitted together to provide a 72x72 stereo router, three for a 108x108 stereo router and four, for a
144x144 stereo router.

Figure 56 and Figure 57 illustrate rear panel port numbering using four Audio Modules and Rear
Panels in a single frame configured as a single logical level. The port numbering is dependant on
the MADI mode the router is set to. Both illustrations show the modules in logical order but if the
destination offset is set correctly on the module it will map itself correctly and recognize the right
address range. This means systems can be expanded by adding cards to any empty slots.
Tables detailing the port numbering and configuration can be found in Sections 6.2.6 and 9.1

Figure 56: 56 Channel MADI - Port Numbering

Figure 57: 64 Channel MADI - Port Numbering

Due to the very high density of these connectors, and the difficulty wiring them, Snell have
designed a breakout system which takes multiple 62-way D-Types and converts them to standard
screw fix connectors to ease wiring. Details of breakout board and wiring in Section 8.2

Alternatively Snell have custom designed a connector shell for the 62-way connector. It’s
designed to accommodate up to three multicore cables or multiple separate twisted pairs. Typical
cables which can be used are Canford FSM-12 (12 pairs). The mating connectors’ kits are:

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1790 – with crimp connectors 1791 – with solder buckets

To order a connector kit, including shell, mating connector and pins, please contact Snell or your
local dealer.

Note: Suitable crimp tool (not supplied), Multicomp 1564260 or SPC Technology CTT8424-01

7.2.1.1 Connector Layout

The layout of the ‘D’ type socket (viewed from the rear of the router) is shown below;

Figure 58: 62 Way D-Type Pin Numbering

Pin Outs are identical on all input and output connectors.

The diagram and tables below detail the location of the AES and stereo pairs.

Left Channel of a stereo pair

(AES versions only use these circuits)
Right Channel of a stereo pair
(Not used for AES)
ALL other pins (GND/Chassis)

Figure 59: 62 Way D-Type - Audio Pair Layout

BALANCED AES
Pair Function Pin Pair Function Pin Pair Function Pin
1+ 24 5+ 7 9+ 15
1 5 9
1- 25 5- 49 9- 57
2+ 1 6+ 9 10+ 17
2 6 10
2- 43 6- 51 10- 59
3+ 3 7+ 11 11+ 19
3 7 11
3- 45 7- 53 11- 61
4+ 5 8+ 13 12+ 41
4 8 12
4- 47 8- 55 12- 42
Table 44: 62 Way D-Type: Balanced AES Pin Out

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BALANCED ANALOGUE AUDIO

Pair Function Pin Pair Function Pin
1L+ 24 1R+ 22
1L 1R
1L- 25 1R- 23
2L+ 1 2R+ 2
2L 2R
2L- 43 2R- 44
3L+ 3 3R+ 4
3L 3R
3L- 45 3R- 46
4L+ 5 4R+ 6
4L 4R
4L- 47 4R- 48
5L+ 7 5R+ 8
5L 5R
5L- 49 5R- 50
6L+ 9 6R+ 10
6L 6R
6L- 51 6R- 52
7L+ 11 7R+ 12
7L 7R
7L- 53 7R- 54
8L+ 13 8R+ 14
8L 8R
8L- 55 8R- 56
9L+ 15 9R+ 16
9L 9R
9L- 57 9R- 58
10L+ 17 10R+ 18
10L 10R
10L- 59 10R- 60
11L+ 19 11R+ 20
11L 11R
11L- 61 11R- 62
12L+ 41 12R+ 39
12L 12R
12L- 42 12R- 40
Table 45: 62 Way D-Type Analogue Audio Pin Out

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7.2.2 9107 9108: Unbalanced Audio Rear Panels

Figure 60: 9107 & 9108

The Pyxis 9107 Rear Panel may be used for AES audio signals only (with AES module 9305). The
panel is 2 slots high and fitted with seventy-two BNC connectors; thirty-six input and thirty-six output.
MADI interface is provided by four SMB connectors, two input and two output.

A single panel has a 36 x 36 capacity, larger routers can be constructed within a single frame by using
two AES modules and 9107 rear panels. A single frame can provide a 72 x 72 unbalanced AES
router.

The Pyxis 9108 Rear Panel may be used for AES audio signals only (with AES module 9305). The
panel is 1 slot high and fitted with thirty-six BNC connectors; eighteen input and eighteen output.
MADI interface is provided by four SMB connectors, two input and two output.

A single panel has an 18 x 18 capacity and can be used in a 1U Pyxis frame but only utilizes half the
capacity of the AES module (9305). If a larger capacity router is required the 9107 2 slot rear panel
should be used in preference to multiple 9108 rear panels.

The MADI functionality is described in section 6.2.2.1 and can be configured to be 56 or 64 Channel
MADI.

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7.3 RS422 Rear Panels

Pyxis RS422 rear panels are available in one, two, and four slot high varieties. The one slot panel may also
be used in the 1U Pyxis frame.

REAR PANELS

9121: 128 port RS422 Rear Panel

9122: 64 Port RS422 Rear Panel

9123: 32 Port RS422 Rear Panel

Figure 61 : RS422 Rear Panels

The breakout panel (9124: detailed in section 8.1) takes the 50-way d-types to 9 –way d-types,
however the ports can be wired directly. The section below details the pin out to allow user made
cables.

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7.3.1 Connector Layout
The layout of the ‘D’ type socket (viewed from the rear of the router) is shown below;

Figure 62: 50 Way D-Type Pin Numbering

Pin Outs are identical on all connectors. The diagram and tables below detail the location of the
port pairs, 1 port = 2 pairs, Tx/Rx defined by port configuration so labeling is A+/- B+/-

Figure 63: 50 Way D-Type Signal Layout

PORT NAME PIN PORT NAME PIN

1A+ 18 5A+ 26
1A- 2 5A- 10
1 5
1B+ 35 5B+ 43
1B- 19 5B- 27
2A+ 20 6A+ 28
2A- 4 6A- 12
2 6
2B+ 37 6B+ 45
2B- 21 6B- 29
3A+ 22 7A+ 30
3A- 6 7A- 14
3 7
3B+ 39 7B+ 47
3B- 23 7B- 31
4A+ 24 8A+ 32
4A- 8 8A- 16
4 8
4B+ 41 8B+ 49
4B- 25 8B- 33

Table 46: 50 Way D-Type Pin Out

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7.4 Timecode Rear Panels
The Timecode rear panels are fitted with:

 50 way ‘D’ type fixed plug for Inputs

 50 way ‘D’ type fixed socket for Outputs

Figure 64: 32x32 Timecode rear panel

7.4.1 50 way D type connector pinout

The pin allocations for the 50 way D type plug and socket used for Timecode connections are as
follows:

Output connector Input connector

50 way D type 50 way D type
socket plug

Figure 65: 50 Way D-Type Pin Numbering

Pin Outs are identical on all connectors. The diagram and tables below show the location of the
port pairs, 1 port = 2 pairs, Tx/Rx defined by port configuration so labeling is A+/- B+/-
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Figure 66: 50 Way D-Type Signal Layout

Inputs/ Outputs 1‐16 Inputs/ Outputs 17‐32

Pin Function Pin Function Pin Function Pin Function
1 Chassis 50 Chassis 1 Chassis 50 Chassis
34 1 Gnd 42 9 Gnd 34 17 Gnd 42 25 Gnd
18 1+ 26 9+ 18 17+ 26 25+
2 1‐ 10 9‐ 2 17‐ 10 25‐
3 2 Gnd 11 10 Gnd 3 18 Gnd 11 26 Gnd
35 2+ 43 10+ 35 18+ 43 26+
19 2‐ 27 10‐ 19 18‐ 27 26‐
36 3 Gnd 44 11 Gnd 36 19 Gnd 44 27 Gnd
20 3+ 28 11+ 20 19+ 28 27+
4 3‐ 12 11‐ 4 19‐ 12 27‐
5 4 Gnd 13 12 Gnd 5 20 Gnd 13 28 Gnd
37 4+ 45 12+ 37 20+ 45 28+
21 4‐ 29 12‐ 21 20‐ 29 28‐
38 5 Gnd 46 13 Gnd 38 21 Gnd 46 29 Gnd
22 5+ 30 13+ 22 21+ 30 29+
6 5‐ 14 13‐ 6 21‐ 14 29‐
7 6 Gnd 15 14 Gnd 7 22 Gnd 15 30 Gnd
39 6+ 47 14+ 39 22+ 47 30+
23 6‐ 31 14‐ 23 22‐ 31 30‐
40 7 Gnd 48 15 Gnd 40 23 Gnd 48 31 Gnd
24 7+ 32 15+ 24 23+ 32 31+
8 7‐ 16 15‐ 8 23‐ 16 31‐
9 8 Gnd 17 16 Gnd 9 24 Gnd 17 32 Gnd
41 8+ 49 16+ 41 24+ 49 32+
25 8‐ 33 16‐ 25 24‐ 33 32‐

The table above shows the pin out for Inputs (and Outputs) 1 to 32.

This is repeated for Inputs and Outputs 33-64, 65-96 and 97-128. Note that 64x64 and 128x128
rear panel layouts differ from the example 32x32 panel shown above.

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7.5 1U Rear Panels
The 1U frame can take any of the signal modules however the format restricts the rear panels that
can be fitted. All rear panels are listed in section 7.

1U rear panels are:-

 9102: SDI 17 x 17 Rear Panel

 9105: 36 x 36 (72 Mono) High Density Balanced Audio Rear Panel

 9108: 18 x 18 Unbalanced AES

 9123: 32 Port RS422

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8 Break Out Boards

8.1 RS422
Snell have created an RS422 breakout board assembly (9124) which gives the user access to the RS422
ports using a standard 9 Way D-Type Sockets in a 2U form factor panel. The 9124 RS422 breakout assembly
converts the 50 way connectors on the rear of the Pyxis to individual RS422 9 way D-type connectors, using
Snell standard pin-outs for ease of wiring. Each 9124 assembly breaks out up to 64 RS422 ports.

The 9124 Breakout board assembly is supplied as a complete kit of parts as listed below (six digit part
numbers are only included for spares or repairs, contact Snell for prices):
o 912426: 8 x Transition Boards, 50-way D-Type to 34 way IDC header;

o 912825: 8 x 34-way twisted pair ribbon cable, 455 mm (18 Inches)

o 912427: 1 x Breakout Panel, 8 x IDC header to 64 x 9-Way D-Type Sockets

Figure 67: 9124: RS422 Breakout System Diagram

The transition board connects directly onto the 50 Way sockets of the rear panel, the Breakout Panel is a 2U
high module mounted in the 19” rack to the rear of the Pyxis frame and the Ribbon Cable connects the two
boards quickly and cleanly.

This system also allows expansion as more ports are required and added you simply add more transition
boards and if necessary another breakout panel.

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PART Qty for 32 Qty for 64 Qty for 128

port panel port panel port panel
(9123) (9122) (9121)
Number of 9124 Assemblies Required: 1 1 2
912426
4 8 16
50-Way to Cable Converter
912825
4 8 16
Twisted Pair Ribbon Cable
912427
1 1 2
64 9-way D-Type Board

Table 47: 9124 Part Quantities

8.1.1 Connections & Port Mapping

Port numbering on the panel is based on the connections indicated on the metalwork on the rear of the panel.

Figure 68: 9124 Breakout Panel – IDC Connector Labelling

Figure 69: 9124 RS422 Breakout Panel Port Numbering

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To breakout a 9121 (128 port panel) two 9124 boards are required. Port connection and mapping are
detailed in the tables and illustration below.

9121 Port Numbering Break Out Panel Numbering

Ports 1-8 Panel 1 Ports 1-8
Ports 9-16 Panel 1 Ports 9-16
Ports 17-24 Panel 1 Ports 17-24
Ports 25-32 Panel 1 Ports 25-32
Ports 33-40 Panel 1 Ports 33-40
Ports 41-48 Panel 1 Ports 41-48
Ports 49-56 Panel 1 Ports 49-56
Ports 57-64 Panel 1 Ports 57-64
Ports 65-72 Panel 2 Ports 1-8
Ports 73-80 Panel 2 Ports 9-16
Ports 81-88 Panel 2 Ports 17-24
Ports 89-96 Panel 2 Ports 25-32
Ports 97-104 Panel 2 Ports 33-40
Ports 105-112 Panel 2 Ports 41-48
Ports 113-120 Panel 2 Ports 49-56
Ports 121-128 Panel 2 Ports 57-64
Table 48: 9124 Breakout Panel - Connections and Mapping

Figure 70: Port Numbering for Breakout of 9121 Rear Panel

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8.2 Audio
The high density connectors on the Audio rear panels (Section 7.2) are not standard and would require
custom cabling. Snell have created an Audio breakout board assembly (9128) which gives the user access to
the Analogue or AES data via screw fix headers. The 9128 Audio breakout assembly converts the 64 way
connectors on the rear of the Pyxis to 10 way screw fix headers for ease of wiring. Each 9128 assembly
breaks out up to 72 stereo analogue audio inputs and outputs or up to 144 balanced AES inputs and outputs.

The 9128 Breakout board assembly is supplied as a complete kit of parts as listed below (six digit part
numbers are only included for spares or repairs, contact Snell for prices):
o 912826: 12 x Transition Boards, 64-way D-Type to 2 x 34 way IDC header;

o 912825: 24 x 34-way twisted pair ribbon cable, 455 mm (18 Inches)

o 912827: 1 x Breakout Rear Panel, 24 x IDC header to 24 x 10-Way Screw Fix Headers

Figure 71: 9128: Audio Breakout System Diagram

The transition board connects directly onto the 64 Way sockets of the rear panel, the Breakout Panel is a 2U
module mounted in the 19” rack to the rear of the Pyxis frame and the Ribbon Cables connects the two
boards quickly and cleanly. The spacing of the screw fix headers means they are difficult to remove – a

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simple tool is included (and mounted on the Breakout Panel) to make it easier.

The 9128 break out panel is designed to break out two 9105 panels worth of Analogue Audio (72 Channels –
Left & Right) or four 9105 panels worth of AES (144 Channels).

Port numbering (on the breakout panel) is based on a transcoder set up not MADI. Diagrams and tables
below explain the connections required and port numbering.

8.2.1 Connecting Analogue Audio

A single breakout panel gives you access to 72 Analogue Audio Channels (Left & Right). Connections and
port mapping are detailed below.

PART Qty
9105 Audio Rear Panel 2
912866 64-Way DSUB Transition Board 12
912825 Ribbon Cable Assembly 24
912827 Audio Breakout Panel 1
Table 49: 9128: Analogue Audio Breakout - Part Quantities

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Figure 72: 9128 Analogue Audio Breakout Wiring and Port Numbering

8.2.2 Connecting AES

A single breakout panel gives you access to 144 AES Channels. Connections and port mapping are detailed
below.

PART Qty
9105 Audio Rear Panel 4
912826 64-Way DSUB Transition Board 24
912825 Ribbon Cable Assembly 24
912827 Audio Breakout Panel 1
Table 50: 9128: AES Audio Breakout - Part Quantities

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Since MADI not on Board Port Numbering based on AES only System (no MADI)

Figure 73: 9128 AES Breakout Wiring and Port Numbering

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8.2.3 Connector Pin Out

The breakout panel silkscreen shows port numbering and connector pin out (where possible). The example
below is a close up of the right hand side of the Panel.

Figure 74: 9128 Breakout Panel Silkscreen Labelling

The rear panel labeling also follows the Transcoder mode port numbering, the diagram below illustrates the
9128 break out board viewed from the IDC header side.

Figure 75: 9128 Audio Break Out Panel - Metalwork Labelling

When using an audio router in MADI mode the routing port numbers will not necessarily match those on the
silkscreen. The table below details port numbers in all Modes and how they match up to the silkscreen labels
on the 9128 Breakout Board.

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9 Appendices

9.1 Audio Break Out Port Mapping

The audio break out board does not include MADI signals so port numbering does not match routing
port numbers. This appendix includes tables to establish the physical port connection, the logical
routing number and the break out panel numbering. Split into two sections assuming standard
Analogue or AES connection.

For example if connected to an Analogue router the highlighted section in Figure 76 indicates…
Break Out Board Connection/Label R41 (Analogue) CH113 (AES)
Physical Port Connection
Module with Destination Offset 1 Input or Output Port5 Right
System Routing Number
56 Channel MADI Router R69
56 Channel MADI Transcoder R5
64 Channel MADI Router R73
64 Channel MADI Transcoder R5

BREAKOUT BOARD SYSTEM ROUTING NUMBERING

PHYSICAL REAR PANEL
SILKSCREEN
CONNECTION 56 CHANNEL MADI 64 CHANNEL MADI
LABELLING
Module
Source /
Analogue AES Dest Router Transcoder Router Transcoder
Destination
Offset
L40 CH40 Left Left Left Left Left
4 68 4 72 4
R40 CH112 Right Right Right Right Right
L41 CH41 Left Left Left Left Left
5 69 5 73 5
R41 CH113 Right Right Right Right Right
1
L42 CH42 Left Left Left Left Left
6 70 6 74 6
R42 CH114 Right Right Right Right Right
L43 CH43 Left Left Left Left Left
7 71 7 75 7
R43 CH115 Right Right Right Right Right

Figure 76: Analogue Example Table

The same connections on the rear panel – now connected to an AES router. The highlighted section in
Figure 76 indicates…

Break Out Board Connection/Label CH113 (AES) R41 (Analogue)

Physical Port Connection
Module with Destination Offset 3 Input or Output Port5
System Routing Number
56 Channel MADI Router 197
56 Channel MADI Transcoder 5
64 Channel MADI Router 209

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64 Channel MADI Transcoder 5

SYSTEM ROUTING NUMBERING

BREAKOUT BOARD PHYSICAL REAR PANEL
SILKSCREEN LABELLING CONNECTION 56 CHANNEL 64 CHANNEL 56 CHANNEL 64 CHANNEL
MADI MADI MADI MADI
Module Source /
Analogue AES Router Transcoder Router Transcoder
Dest Offset Destination
R39 CH111 3 195 3 207 3
R40 CH112 4 196 4 208 4
3
R41 CH113 5 197 5 209 5
R42 CH114 6 198 6 210 6

Figure 77: AES Example Table

9.1.1 ANALOGUE BREAKOUT: Port Mapping

If two Analogue Pyxis Modules (9400) are connected to the break out panel as illustrated in Figure 78 the port
numbering is detailed in Table 51.

Figure 78: Analogue Audio Breakout Connection

PHYSICAL REAR PANEL

BREAKOUT BOARD SYSTEM ROUTING NUMBERING
CONNECTION
SILKSCREEN
LABELLING Module 56 CHANNEL MADI 64 CHANNEL MADI
Source /
Dest
Destination
Analogue AES Offset Router Transcoder Router Transcoder
L1 CH1 Left Left Left Left Left
1 1 1 1 1
R1 CH73 Right Right Right Right Right
L2 CH2 Left Left Left Left Left
2 2 2 2 2
R2 CH74 Right Right Right Right Right
L3 CH3 Left Left Left Left Left
3 3 3 3 3
R3 CH75 Right Right Right Right Right
L4 CH4 Left Left Left Left Left
4 4 4 4 4
R4 CH76 Right Right Right Right Right
L5 CH5 Left Left Left Left Left
0 5 5 5 5 5
R5 CH77 Right Right Right Right Right
L6 CH6 Left Left Left Left Left
6 6 6 6 6
R6 CH78 Right Right Right Right Right
L7 CH7 Left Left Left Left Left
7 7 7 7 7
R7 CH79 Right Right Right Right Right
L8 CH8 Left Left Left Left Left
8 8 8 8 8
R8 CH80 Right Right Right Right Right
L9 CH9 Left Left Left Left Left
9 9 9 9 9
R9 CH81 Right Right Right Right Right

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CONNECTION
SILKSCREEN
LABELLING Module 56 CHANNEL MADI 64 CHANNEL MADI
Source /
Dest
Destination
Analogue AES Offset Router Transcoder Router Transcoder
L10 CH10 Left Left Left Left Left
10 10 10 10 10
R10 CH82 Right Right Right Right Right
L11 CH11 Left Left Left Left Left
11 11 11 11 11
R11 CH83 Right Right Right Right Right
L12 CH12 Left Left Left Left Left
12 12 12 12 12
R12 CH84 Right Right Right Right Right
L13 CH13 Left Left Left Left Left
13 13 13 13 13
R13 CH85 Right Right Right Right Right
L14 CH14 Left Left Left Left Left
14 14 14 14 14
R14 CH86 Right Right Right Right Right
L15 CH15 Left Left Left Left Left
15 15 15 15 15
R15 CH87 Right Right Right Right Right
L16 CH16 Left Left Left Left Left
16 16 16 16 16
R16 CH88 Right Right Right Right Right
L17 CH17 Left Left Left Left Left
17 17 17 17 17
R17 CH89 Right Right Right Right Right
L18 CH18 Left Left Left Left Left
18 18 18 18 18
R18 CH90 Right Right Right Right Right
L19 CH19 Left Left Left Left Left
19 19 19 19 19
R19 CH91 Right Right Right Right Right
L20 CH20 Left Left Left Left Left
20 20 20 20 20
R20 CH92 Right Right Right Right Right
L21 CH21 Left Left Left Left Left
21 21 21 21 21
R21 CH93 Right Right Right Right Right
L22 CH22 Left Left Left Left Left
22 22 22 22 22
R22 CH94 Right Right Right Right Right
L23 CH23 Left Left Left Left Left
23 23 23 23 23
R23 CH95 Right Right Right Right Right
L24 CH24 0 Left Left Left Left Left
24 24 24 24 24
R24 CH96 Right Right Right Right Right
L25 CH25 Left Left Left Left Left
25 25 25 25 25
R25 CH97 Right Right Right Right Right
L26 CH26 Left Left Left Left Left
26 26 26 26 26
R26 CH98 Right Right Right Right Right
L27 CH27 Left Left Left Left Left
27 27 27 27 27
R27 CH99 Right Right Right Right Right
L28 CH28 Left Left Left Left Left
28 28 28 28 28
R28 CH100 Right Right Right Right Right
L29 CH29 Left Left Port Not Available Left Left
29 29 In Transcoder 29 29
R29 CH101 Right Right Mode Right Right
L30 CH30 Left Left Port Not Available Left Left
30 30 In Transcoder 30 30
R30 CH102 Right Right Mode Right Right
L31 CH31 Left Left Port Not Available Left Left
31 31 In Transcoder 31 31
R31 CH103 Right Right Mode Right Right
L32 CH32 Left Left Port Not Available Left Left
32 32 In Transcoder 32 32
R32 CH104 Right Right Mode Right Right
L33 CH33 Left Left Port Not Available Left Port Not Available
33 33 In Transcoder 33 In Transcoder
R33 CH105 Right Right Mode Right Mode
L34 CH34 Left Left Port Not Available Left Port Not Available
34 34 In Transcoder 34 In Transcoder
R34 CH106 Right Right Mode Right Mode
L35 CH35 Left Left Port Not Available Left Port Not Available
35 35 In Transcoder 35 In Transcoder
R35 CH107 Right Right Mode Right Mode
L36 CH36 Left Left Port Not Available Left Port Not Available
36 36 In Transcoder 36 In Transcoder
R36 CH108 Right Right Mode Right Mode
L37 CH37 Left Left Left Left Left
1 65 1 69 1
R37 CH109 Right Right Right Right Right
L38 CH38 Left Left Left Left Left
2 66 2 70 2
R38 CH110 Right Right Right Right Right
L39 CH39 Left Left Left Left Left
1 3 67 3 71 3
R39 CH111 Right Right Right Right Right
L40 CH40 Left Left Left Left Left
4 68 4 72 4
R40 CH112 Right Right Right Right Right
L41 CH41 Left Left Left Left Left
5 69 5 73 5
R41 CH113 Right Right Right Right Right

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BREAKOUT BOARD SYSTEM ROUTING NUMBERING
CONNECTION
SILKSCREEN
LABELLING Module 56 CHANNEL MADI 64 CHANNEL MADI
Source /
Dest
Destination
Analogue AES Offset Router Transcoder Router Transcoder
L42 CH42 Left Left Left Left Left
6 70 6 74 6
R42 CH114 Right Right Right Right Right
L43 CH43 Left Left Left Left Left
7 71 7 75 7
R43 CH115 Right Right Right Right Right
L44 CH44 Left Left Left Left Left
8 72 8 76 8
R44 CH116 Right Right Right Right Right
L45 CH45 Left Left Left Left Left
9 73 9 77 9
R45 CH117 Right Right Right Right Right
L46 CH46 Left Left Left Left Left
10 74 10 78 10
R46 CH118 Right Right Right Right Right
L47 CH47 Left Left Left Left Left
11 75 11 79 11
R47 CH119 Right Right Right Right Right
L48 CH48 Left Left Left Left Left
12 76 12 80 12
R48 CH120 Right Right Right Right Right
L49 CH49 Left Left Left Left Left
13 77 13 81 13
R49 CH121 Right Right Right Right Right
L50 CH50 Left Left Left Left Left
14 78 14 82 14
R50 CH122 Right Right Right Right Right
L51 CH51 Left Left Left Left Left
15 79 15 83 15
R51 CH123 Right Right Right Right Right
L52 CH52 Left Left Left Left Left
16 80 16 84 16
R52 CH124 Right Right Right Right Right
L53 CH53 Left Left Left Left Left
17 81 17 85 17
R53 CH125 Right Right Right Right Right
L54 CH54 Left Left Left Left Left
18 82 18 86 18
R54 CH126 Right Right Right Right Right
L55 CH55 Left Left Left Left Left
19 83 19 87 19
R55 CH127 Right Right Right Right Right
L56 CH56 Left Left Left Left Left
20 84 20 88 20
R56 CH128 Right Right Right Right Right
L57 CH57 Left Left Left Left Left
21 85 21 89 21
R57 CH129 Right Right Right Right Right
L58 CH58 1 Left Left Left Left Left
22 86 22 90 22
R58 CH130 Right Right Right Right Right
L59 CH59 Left Left Left Left Left
23 87 23 91 23
R59 CH131 Right Right Right Right Right
L60 CH60 Left Left Left Left Left
24 88 24 92 24
R60 CH132 Right Right Right Right Right
L61 CH61 Left Left Left Left Left
25 89 25 93 25
R61 CH133 Right Right Right Right Right
L62 CH62 Left Left Left Left Left
26 90 26 94 26
R62 CH134 Right Right Right Right Right
L63 CH63 Left Left Left Left Left
27 91 27 95 27
R63 CH135 Right Right Right Right Right
L64 CH64 Left Left Left Left Left
28 92 28 96 28
R64 CH136 Right Right Right Right Right
L65 CH65 Left Left Port Not Available Left Left
29 93 In Transcoder 97 29
R65 CH137 Right Right Mode Right Right
L66 CH66 Left Left Port Not Available Left Left
30 94 In Transcoder 98 30
R66 CH138 Right Right Mode Right Right
L67 CH67 Left Left Port Not Available Left Left
31 95 In Transcoder 99 31
R67 CH139 Right Right Mode Right Right
L68 CH68 Left Left Port Not Available Left Left
32 96 In Transcoder 100 32
R68 CH140 Right Right Mode Right Right
L69 CH69 Left Left Port Not Available Left Port Not Available
33 97 In Transcoder 101 In Transcoder
R69 CH141 Right Right Mode Right Mode
L70 CH70 Left Left Port Not Available Left Port Not Available
34 98 In Transcoder 102 In Transcoder
R70 CH142 Right Right Mode Right Mode
L71 CH71 Left Left Port Not Available Left Port Not Available
35 99 In Transcoder 103 In Transcoder
R71 CH143 Right Right Mode Right Mode
L72 CH72 Left Left Port Not Available Left Port Not Available
36 100 In Transcoder 104 In Transcoder
R72 CH144 Right Right Mode Right Mode

Table 51: Audio Breakout Port Mapping: Analogue Audio

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9.1.2 AES BREAKOUT: Port Mapping

If four AES Modules (9305) are connected to the break out panel as illustrated in Figure 79 the port
numbering is detailed in Table 52.

Figure 79: AES Breakout Connection

PHYSICAL REAR PANEL

SYSTEM ROUTING NUMBERING
BREAKOUT BOARD CONNECTION
SILKSCREEN LABELLING
Module Source / 56 CHANNEL MADI 64 CHANNEL MADI
Dest Offset Destination
Analogue AES ROUTER TRANSCODER ROUTER TRANSCODER
L1 CH1 1 1 1 1 1
L2 CH2 2 2 2 2 2
L3 CH3 3 3 3 3 3
L4 CH4 4 4 4 4 4
L5 CH5 5 5 5 5 5
L6 CH6 6 6 6 6 6
L7 CH7 7 7 7 7 7
L8 CH8 8 8 8 8 8
L9 CH9 9 9 9 9 9
L10 CH10 10 10 10 10 10
L11 CH11 0 11 11 11 11 11
L12 CH12 12 12 12 12 12
L13 CH13 13 13 13 13 13
L14 CH14 14 14 14 14 14
L15 CH15 15 15 15 15 15
L16 CH16 16 16 16 16 16
L17 CH17 17 17 17 17 17
L18 CH18 18 18 18 18 18
L19 CH19 19 19 19 19 19
L20 CH20 20 20 20 20 20
L21 CH21 21 21 21 21 21

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SYSTEM ROUTING NUMBERING
BREAKOUT BOARD CONNECTION
SILKSCREEN LABELLING
Module Source / 56 CHANNEL MADI 64 CHANNEL MADI
Dest Offset Destination
Analogue AES ROUTER TRANSCODER ROUTER TRANSCODER
L22 CH22 22 22 22 22 22
L23 CH23 23 23 23 23 23
L24 CH24 24 24 24 24 24
L25 CH25 25 25 25 25 25
L26 CH26 26 26 26 26 26
L27 CH27 27 27 27 27 27
L28 CH28 28 28 28 28 28
Port Not Available
L29 CH29 29 29 In Transcoder 29 29
Mode
Port Not Available
L30 CH30 30 30 In Transcoder 30 30
Mode
0 Port Not Available
L31 CH31 31 31 In Transcoder 31 31
Mode
Port Not Available
L32 CH32 32 32 In Transcoder 32 32
Mode
Port Not Available Port Not Available
L33 CH33 33 33 In Transcoder 33 In Transcoder
Mode Mode
Port Not Available Port Not Available
L34 CH34 34 34 In Transcoder 34 In Transcoder
Mode Mode
Port Not Available Port Not Available
L35 CH35 35 35 In Transcoder 35 In Transcoder
Mode Mode
Port Not Available Port Not Available
L36 CH36 36 36 In Transcoder 36 In Transcoder
Mode Mode
L37 CH37 1 65 1 69 1
L38 CH38 2 66 2 70 2
L39 CH39 3 67 3 71 3
L40 CH40 4 68 4 72 4
L41 CH41 5 69 5 73 5
L42 CH42 6 70 6 74 6
L43 CH43 7 71 7 75 7
L44 CH44 8 72 8 76 8
L45 CH45 9 73 9 77 9
L46 CH46 10 74 10 78 10
L47 CH47 11 75 11 79 11
L48 CH48 12 76 12 80 12
L49 CH49 13 77 13 81 13
L50 CH50 14 78 14 82 14
L51 CH51 15 79 15 83 15
L52 CH52 1 16 80 16 84 16
L53 CH53 17 81 17 85 17
L54 CH54 18 82 18 86 18
L55 CH55 19 83 19 87 19
L56 CH56 20 84 20 88 20
L57 CH57 21 85 21 89 21
L58 CH58 22 86 22 90 22
L59 CH59 23 87 23 91 23
L60 CH60 24 88 24 92 24
L61 CH61 25 89 25 93 25
L62 CH62 26 90 26 94 26
L63 CH63 27 91 27 95 27
L64 CH64 28 92 28 96 28
Port Not Available
L65 CH65 29 93 In Transcoder 97 29
Mode
Port Not Available
L66 CH66 30 94 In Transcoder 98 30
Mode

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BREAKOUT BOARD CONNECTION
SILKSCREEN LABELLING
Module Source / 56 CHANNEL MADI 64 CHANNEL MADI
Dest Offset Destination
Analogue AES ROUTER TRANSCODER ROUTER TRANSCODER
Port Not Available
L67 CH67 31 95 In Transcoder 99 31
Mode
Port Not Available
L68 CH68 32 96 In Transcoder 100 32
Mode
Port Not Available Port Not Available
L69 CH69 33 97 In Transcoder 101 In Transcoder
Mode Mode
1 Port Not Available Port Not Available
L70 CH70 34 98 In Transcoder 102 In Transcoder
Mode Mode
Port Not Available Port Not Available
L71 CH71 35 99 In Transcoder 103 In Transcoder
Mode Mode
Port Not Available Port Not Available
L72 CH72 36 100 In Transcoder 104 In Transcoder
Mode Mode

R1 CH73 1 129 1 137 1

R2 CH74 2 130 2 138 2
R3 CH75 3 131 3 139 3
R4 CH76 4 132 4 140 4
R5 CH77 5 133 5 141 5
R6 CH78 6 134 6 142 6
R7 CH79 7 135 7 143 7
R8 CH80 8 136 8 144 8
R9 CH81 9 137 9 145 9
R10 CH82 10 138 10 146 10
R11 CH83 11 139 11 147 11
R12 CH84 12 140 12 148 12
R13 CH85 13 141 13 149 13
R14 CH86 14 142 14 150 14
R15 CH87 15 143 15 151 15
R16 CH88 16 144 16 152 16
R17 CH89 17 145 17 153 17
R18 CH90 18 146 18 154 18
R19 CH91 19 147 19 155 19
R20 CH92 20 148 20 156 20
R21 CH93 21 149 21 157 21
2
R22 CH94 22 150 22 158 22
R23 CH95 23 151 23 159 23
R24 CH96 24 152 24 160 24
R25 CH97 25 153 25 161 25
R26 CH98 26 154 26 162 26
R27 CH99 27 155 27 163 27
R28 CH100 28 156 28 164 28
Port Not Available
R29 CH101 29 157 In Transcoder 165 29
Mode
Port Not Available
R30 CH102 30 158 In Transcoder 166 30
Mode
Port Not Available
R31 CH103 31 159 In Transcoder 167 31
Mode
Port Not Available
R32 CH104 32 160 In Transcoder 168 32
Mode
Port Not Available Port Not Available
R33 CH105 33 161 In Transcoder 169 In Transcoder
Mode Mode
Port Not Available Port Not Available
R34 CH106 34 162 In Transcoder 170 In Transcoder
Mode Mode
Port Not Available Port Not Available
R35 CH107 35 163 In Transcoder 171 In Transcoder
Mode Mode
Port Not Available Port Not Available
R36 CH108 36 164 In Transcoder 172 In Transcoder
Mode Mode

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SYSTEM ROUTING NUMBERING
BREAKOUT BOARD CONNECTION
SILKSCREEN LABELLING
Module Source / 56 CHANNEL MADI 64 CHANNEL MADI
Dest Offset Destination
Analogue AES ROUTER TRANSCODER ROUTER TRANSCODER
R37 CH109 1 193 1 205 1
R38 CH110 2 194 2 206 2
R39 CH111 3 195 3 207 3
R40 CH112 4 196 4 208 4
R41 CH113 5 197 5 209 5
R42 CH114 6 198 6 210 6
R43 CH115 7 199 7 211 7
R44 CH116 8 200 8 212 8
R45 CH117 9 201 9 213 9
R46 CH118 10 202 10 214 10
R47 CH119 11 203 11 215 11
R48 CH120 12 204 12 216 12
R49 CH121 13 205 13 217 13
R50 CH122 14 206 14 218 14
R51 CH123 15 207 15 219 15
R52 CH124 16 208 16 220 16
R53 CH125 17 209 17 221 17
R54 CH126 18 210 18 222 18
R55 CH127 19 211 19 223 19
R56 CH128 20 212 20 224 20
R57 CH129 21 213 21 225 21
3
R58 CH130 22 214 22 226 22
R59 CH131 23 215 23 227 23
R60 CH132 24 216 24 228 24
R61 CH133 25 217 25 229 25
R62 CH134 26 218 26 230 26
R63 CH135 27 219 27 231 27
R64 CH136 28 220 28 232 28
Port Not Available
R65 CH137 29 221 In Transcoder 233 29
Mode
Port Not Available
R66 CH138 30 222 In Transcoder 234 30
Mode
Port Not Available
R67 CH139 31 223 In Transcoder 235 31
Mode
Port Not Available
R68 CH140 32 224 In Transcoder 236 32
Mode
Port Not Available Port Not Available
R69 CH141 33 225 In Transcoder 237 In Transcoder
Mode Mode
Port Not Available Port Not Available
R70 CH142 34 226 In Transcoder 238 In Transcoder
Mode Mode
Port Not Available Port Not Available
R71 CH143 35 227 In Transcoder 239 In Transcoder
Mode Mode
Port Not Available Port Not Available
R72 CH144 36 228 In Transcoder 240 In Transcoder
Mode Mode

Table 52: Audio Breakout Port Mapping: AES

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