Harris APM6803+Manual - Ed - B

APM6803+
Multichannel Audio Processing Station Installation and Operation Manual
Edition B February 2012 175-100293-00
Harris Corporation Broadcast Communications Division 4393 Digital Way Mason, OH USA 45040
Copyright 2012, Harris Corporation, 1025 West NASA Boulevard, Melbourne, Florida 32919-0001 U.S.A. All rights reserved. This publication supersedes all previous releases. No part of this documentation may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative work without permission from Harris Corporation. Harris Corporation reserves the right to revise this documentation and to make changes in content from time to time without obligation on the part of Harris Corporation to provide notification of such revision or change. UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT LEGEND If you are a United States government agency, then this documentation and the software described herein are provided to you subject to the following: All technical data and computer software are commercial in nature and developed solely at private expense. Software is delivered as Commercial Computer Software as defined in DFARS 252.227-7014 (June 1995) or as a commercial item as defined in FAR 2.101(a) and as such is provided with only such rights as are provided by Harris standard commercial license for the Software. Technical data is provided with limited rights only as provided in DFAR 252.227-7015 (Nov 1995) or FAR 52.227-14 (June 1987), whichever is applicable. You agree not to remove or deface any portion of any legend provided on any licensed program or documentation contained in, or delivered to you in conjunction with, this User Guide. This publication, or any part thereof, may not be reproduced in any form, by any method, for any purpose, without the written consent of Harris Corporation. Contact Harris Corporation for permission to use materials as well as guidelines concerning foreign language translation and publication. Harris Corporation reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it chooses. This publication is designed to assist in the use of the product, as it exists on the date of publication of this manual, and may not reflect the product at the current time or an unknown time in the future. This publication does not in any way warrant description accuracy or guarantee the use for the product to which it refers. The Harris logo and assured communications are registered trademarks of Harris Corporation. D-Series is a trademark of Harris Corporation. All other trademarks are held by their respective owners. This user guide was created for APM6803+, Edition B. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. AMD and Operton are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. DTS Neural audio products are manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks & the DTS Logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. 2008-2010 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders. Publication Date: February 2012
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Contents
Preface ......................................................................................................................... ix
Manual Information ...................................................................................................... ix Purpose ..................................................................................................................... ix Audience ................................................................................................................... ix Revision History ......................................................................................................... ix Writing Conventions ...................................................................................................x Obtaining Documents .................................................................................................x Unpacking/Shipping Information .................................................................................x Unpacking a Product ..................................................................................................x Product Servicing ........................................................................................................x Returning a Product ................................................................................................... xi Safety ............................................................................................................................. xi Safety Terms and Symbols in this Manual .................................................................. xi References ..................................................................................................................... xi Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Compliance ....................................... xiii Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Compliance .................... xiv
Chapter 1
Introduction.............................................................................................................. 1
Overview ....................................................................................................................... 1 Product Overview ......................................................................................................... 2 Architecture .............................................................................................................. 3 Virtual Stream Interface ............................................................................................. 3 Intelligent Metadata Handler ..................................................................................... 3 Resource Utilization ................................................................................................... 4 Licensing ................................................................................................................... 4 Real Time Loudness Control ....................................................................................... 4 Automation Control .................................................................................................. 4 Main Features ............................................................................................................ 4 Monitoring and Operating ......................................................................................... 6 Components .................................................................................................................. 6 Main Module ............................................................................................................. 7 Sub Module ............................................................................................................... 8 Riser Board ................................................................................................................ 8 Standard Back Module .............................................................................................. 9 Relay Back Module .................................................................................................. 10
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Breakout Cable ........................................................................................................ 11 Pinouts for 44-pin Connector ................................................................................... 12 Serial Port (RS-422/232) Connector .......................................................................... 14 General Purpose Interface (GPI) Connectors ............................................................. 15 Signal Flow .............................................................................................................. 15
Chapter 2
Installation .............................................................................................................. 19
Overview ...................................................................................................................... 19 Unpacking the Module ............................................................................................... 19 Packing List .............................................................................................................. 20 Selecting an External Balun ...................................................................................... 20 Main Module Jumpers ................................................................................................ 21 Sub Module Jumpers ................................................................................................... 22 Maximum 6800+ Frame Power Ratings ...................................................................... 23 Installing 6800+ Modules ............................................................................................ 24 Required Frames and Back Connector Types ............................................................ 24 Installing and Removing APM6803+ Modules .......................................................... 24 Relay Back Module ...................................................................................................... 25 Upgrading Module Firmware ..................................................................................... 26 License Options ........................................................................................................... 26
Chapter 3
Parameters, Alarms, and LEDs ....................................................................... 27

Overview ...................................................................................................................... 27 Parameter Categories .................................................................................................. 28 Changing Parameter Settings using Card-Edge Controls ......................................... 29 Recalling Factory Default Parameter Settings ............................................................ 30 Changing Parameter Settings Using CCS Software .................................................. 30 Discovering Your Module Using CCS Software ......................................................... 30 Reading Hardware and Software Versions ................................................................ 31 Changing Parameter settings using a Web browser ................................................ 31 Recalling Factory Default Parameter Settings ............................................................ 31 Reading Hardware and Software Versions ................................................................ 31 LEDs - Main Module .................................................................................................... 32 Card Edge LEDs ....................................................................................................... 32 Module Status LED ................................................................................................... 33 LEDs - Sub Module ..................................................................................................... 34 Alarms .......................................................................................................................... 34 Alarm Options ......................................................................................................... 34 Alarm Definitions ..................................................................................................... 35
Chapter 4
Advanced Audio Processing ............................................................................ 37

Audio Processing ......................................................................................................... 37 Smart Routing .......................................................................................................... 37 Virtual Inputs and Outputs ....................................................................................... 38
APM6803+ Installation and Operation Manual
Audio Configuration Examples ................................................................................ 39 Resource Utilization .................................................................................................... 40 AAP Status Parameter .............................................................................................. 40 Processor Utilization (DSP and AAP) ......................................................................... 41 Advanced Audio Processing Utilization and Delay .................................................. 42
Chapter 5
Dolby Processing .................................................................................................. 45

Dolby Processing Overview ........................................................................................ 45 Dolby E Decoder .......................................................................................................... 45 Dolby E Decoder Type-Free Mapping ....................................................................... 46 Dolby E Decoder Mapping Example ......................................................................... 46 Dolby E Encoder .......................................................................................................... 48 Dolby E Start Line .................................................................................................... 48 Dolby E Encoder Type-Free Mapping ........................................................................ 48 Dolby Encoder Mapping Example ............................................................................ 48 Dolby E (Encoder/Decoder) Mapping ........................................................................ 51 Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder ..................................................................................... 52 Dolby Digital (AC3) Encoder ....................................................................................... 53
Chapter 6
DTS Processing ....................................................................................................... 55

Overview ..................................................................................................................... 55 DTS Neural Surround UpMix ...................................................................................... 55 DTS Neural Surround DownMix ................................................................................. 57 DTS Neural Surround MultiMerge ............................................................................. 59 DTS Neural Loudness Control .................................................................................... 64 How Loudness Control works .................................................................................. 69 Loudness Protection ................................................................................................ 70 Loudness Control Status .......................................................................................... 71 Loudness Control Presets ......................................................................................... 72
Chapter 7
Key Parameters ..................................................................................................... 75

Audio Processing ......................................................................................................... 76 Input Audio Rate ..................................................................................................... 76 Sample Rate Convert (SRC) Control ......................................................................... 76 Group (1-4) Deembedding Control .......................................................................... 77 Audio Synchronization ............................................................................................. 77 Audio V-Fade .......................................................................................................... 77 ADS Clean Parameter .............................................................................................. 78 Audio Embedding Modes ........................................................................................ 78 Audio Test Tones ..................................................................................................... 83 Audio Delay Ranges ................................................................................................. 83 Channel Word Length ............................................................................................. 83 Dialnorm Translator ................................................................................................. 84 EAS Control ............................................................................................................. 85
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Stereo Mixing .......................................................................................................... 87 V-bit & Non-PCM Auto Correction ........................................................................... 87 Voice Over Functionality ........................................................................................... 88 Video Processing ......................................................................................................... 90 Video Frame Synchronization ................................................................................... 90 Video Delay Ranges ................................................................................................. 92 Auto Match Audio/Video Delay ................................................................................ 92 Audio/Video Align .................................................................................................... 93 AFD/WSS/VI Detection and Insertion ........................................................................ 94 Thumbnail Display .................................................................................................... 95 Fast Video Switch ..................................................................................................... 95 GPI Configuration ........................................................................................................ 95 GPI Input Configuration ........................................................................................... 95 GPI Output Configuration ........................................................................................ 97 Custom GPI Configuration ....................................................................................... 97
Chapter 8
Custom Scripting .................................................................................................. 99

Overview ...................................................................................................................... 99 Common Scripting Guidelines .................................................................................... 99 Statements .............................................................................................................. 99 IF Condition ............................................................................................................. 99 Comparisons .......................................................................................................... 100 Notes ..................................................................................................................... 100 Error Diagnosis .......................................................................................................... 100 Keywords ............................................................................................................... 100 Error Reporting Rules ............................................................................................. 100 Examples ............................................................................................................... 101 Custom GPI Scripts .................................................................................................... 101 Setting up Custom GPI ........................................................................................... 102 Comparisons .......................................................................................................... 102 Assignments .......................................................................................................... 102 Custom GPI Example .............................................................................................. 103 Parameter Control Scripts ......................................................................................... 105 Parameter Control Example 1 ................................................................................. 105 Parameter Control Example 2 ................................................................................. 106
Chapter 9
Metadata ................................................................................................................. 107

Incoming Metadata ................................................................................................... 108 Generating your own Metadata .............................................................................. 109 Using MetaSmart ....................................................................................................... 115 Using MetaSmart Example 1 - Creating Fallback Metadata ..................................... 116 Using MetaSmart Example 2 - Agile Metadata ....................................................... 117 Using MetaSmart Example 3 - Fixed Metadata ....................................................... 117
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Chapter 10
Specifications ...................................................................................................... 119

Inputs ......................................................................................................................... 119 SDI Video Input .................................................................................................... 119 AES/DARS Input ..................................................................................................... 120 Outputs ...................................................................................................................... 121 SDI Video Output .................................................................................................. 121 AES Audio Outputs ................................................................................................ 122 Reference Video ................................................................................................... 122 GPI I/O ........................................................................................................................ 122 Serial Ports ................................................................................................................. 123 Propagation Delay .................................................................................................... 125 Power Consumption ................................................................................................. 125 Start-Up Time ............................................................................................................ 125 Operating Temperature ............................................................................................ 125
Chapter 11
Licensing ................................................................................................................ 127

Audio Packages and Licensing ................................................................................. 127 DTS Licensing ............................................................................................................ 127 Dolby Licensing ......................................................................................................... 128 Licensing and Utilization Parameters ...................................................................... 128 Licensing Parameters ............................................................................................. 128 Utilization Parameters ............................................................................................ 129 Adding a License Key ............................................................................................. 129 Software Key Ordering Information ....................................................................... 130
Appendix A
Audio Bit Manipulation .................................................................................. 131

Overview ................................................................................................................... 131 Manipulating Channel Status Bits (C-Bit) ................................................................ 132 Manipulating Validity and User Bits (V-Bit and U-Bit) ............................................ 134 Identifying Audio Characteristics (Audio Sampling Frequency and Word Length) ...................................................... 134
Appendix B
Communication and Control Troubleshooting Tips........................... 135

Software Communication Problems ........................................................................ 135 Hardware Communication Problems ....................................................................... 137
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Preface
Manual Information
Purpose
This manual details the features, installation, operation, maintenance, and specifications for the APM6803+ Multichannel Audio Processing Station.
Audience
This manual is written for engineers, technicians, and operators responsible for installation, setup, maintenance, and/or operation of the APM6803+ Multichannel Audio Processing Station.
Revision History
Table 1-1 Revision History of Manual

Edition Date Comments
A B
April 2011 February 2012
Initial release. Added the following: New relay back module option (See Relay Back Module) Dolby E and Dolby Digital Encoder and Decoder functionality (See Dolby Processing) Custom GPI and Parameter Scripts (See Custom Scripting) Voiceover functionality (See Voice Over Functionality) Surround Sound Presets (See DTS Neural UpMix Presets, DTS Neural DownMix Presets, and DTS Neural MultiMerge Presets) Dialnorm Translator (See Dialnorm Translator)
Preface
Writing Conventions
This manual adheres to the following writing conventions. Table P-2. Writing Conventions Term or Convention Bold Description Indicates dialog box, property sheet, field, button, check box, list box, combo box, menu, submenu, window, list, and selection names Indicates email addresses, names of books and publications, and first instances of new terms and specialized words that need emphasis Indicates a specific key on the keyboard, such as ENTER, TAB, CTRL, ALT, DELETE Indicates variables or command-line entries, such as a DOS entry or something you type into a field. Indicates the direction of navigation through a hierarchy of menus and windows. Indicates a jump to another location within the electronic document or elsewhere Indicates a jump to a Web site or URL Indicates important information that helps to avoid and troubleshoot problems
Italics
CAPS
Code
> hyperlink Internet address Note:
Obtaining Documents
Product support documents can be viewed or downloaded from our website. Alternatively, contact your Customer Service representative to request a document.
Unpacking/Shipping Information
Unpacking a Product
1 2 3 4 5 This product was carefully inspected, tested, and calibrated before shipment to ensure years of stable and trouble-free service. Check equipment for any visible damage that may have occurred during transit. Confirm that you have received all items listed on the packing list. Contact your dealer if any item on the packing list is missing. Contact the carrier if any item is damaged. Remove all packaging material from the product and its associated components before you install the unit. Keep at least one set of original packaging, in the event that you need to return a product for servicing.
Product Servicing
Except for firmware upgrades, APM6803+ modules are not designed for field servicing. All hardware upgrades, modifications, or repairs require you to return the modules to the Customer Service center.
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Returning a Product
In the unlikely event that your product fails to operate properly, please contact Customer Service to obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number, and then send the unit back for servicing. Keep at least one set of original packaging in the event that a product needs to be returned for service. If the original package is not available, you can supply your own packaging as long as it meets the following criteria: The packaging must be able to withstand the products weight. The product must be held rigid within the packaging. There must be at least 2 in. (5 cm) of space between the product and the container. The corners of the product must be protected. Ship products back to us for servicing prepaid and, if possible, in the original packaging material. If the product is still within the warranty period, we will return the product prepaid after servicing.
Safety
Carefully review all safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it. If this product is rack-mountable, it should be mounted in an appropriate rack using the rack-mounting positions and rear support guides provided. It is recommended that each frame be connected to a separate electrical circuit for protection against circuit overloading. If this product relies on forced air cooling, it is recommended that all obstructions to the air flow be removed prior to mounting the frame in the rack. If this product has a provision for external earth grounding, it is recommended that the frame be grounded to earth via the protective earth ground on the rear panel. IMPORTANT! Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
Safety Terms and Symbols in this Manual

WARNING Statements identifying conditions or practices that may result in personal injury or loss of life. High voltage is present. CAUTION Statements identifying conditions or practices that can result in damage to the equipment or other property.
References
AES3-2003 AES Recommended Practice for Digital Audio I/O Interfacing Serial Transmission Format for Two-Channel Linearly Represented Digital Audio Data
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Preface References
ANSI/SMPTE 259M-2006 SDTV Digital Signal/Data Serial Digital Interface ANSI/SMPTE 276M-1995 Transmission of AES/EBU Digital Audio Signal Over Coaxial Cable SMPTE 292M-2006 1.5 Gb/s Signal/Data Serial Interface SMPTE 291M-2006 Ancillary Data Packet and Space Formatting SMPTE 337M-2000 Format for Non-PCM Audio and Data in an AES3 Serial Digital Audio Interface SMPTE 346-M 2000 Time Division Multiplexing Video Signals and Generic Data over High-Definition Interface SMPTE 352-M 2002 Video Payload Identification for Digital Interfaces SMPTE 424-M 2006 3Gb/s Signal/Data Serial Interface SMPTE 425-M 2006 3Gb/s Signal/Data Serial InterfaceSource Image Format Mapping SMPTE 2020-1-2008 Format of Audio Metadata and Description of the Async Serial Bitstream Transport. SMPTE 2020-2-2008 Vertical Ancillary Data Mapping of Audio Metadata - Method A SMPTE 2020-3-2008 Vertical Ancillary Data Mapping of Audio Metadata - Method B SMPTE RP 184-2004 Specification of Jitter in Bit-Serial Digital Systems EIA/TIA-422-B 1994 Electrical Characteristics of Balanced Voltage Digital Interface Circuits EN55103-1 EMC emission requirements applies to professional audio, video, audio-visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus EN55103-2 EMC immunity requirements applies to professional audio, video, audio-visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus ITU-R BT.601-5 Studio Encoding Parameters of Digital Television for Standard 4:3 and Wide-Screen 16:9 Aspect Ratios ITU-R BT.709-5 Parameter Values for the HDTV Standards for Production and International Programme Exchange
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RDD 06 - 2008 Description and Guide to the Use of the Dolby E Audio Metadata Serial Bitstream RDD 19 - 2011 Guidelines on the Use of Dolby E with Video Signals at Frame Rates Greater than 30 Hz TIA/EIA-232-E 1991 Interface Between Data Terminal Equipment and Data Circuit-Terminating Equipment Employing Serial Binary Data Interchange 47 Code of Federal Regulations Part 15 FCC rulesRadio Frequency Devices
Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Compliance

Directive 2002/95/ECcommonly known as the European Union (EU) Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS)sets limits on the use of certain substances found in electrical and electronic equipment. The intent of this legislation is to reduce the amount of hazardous chemicals that may leach out of landfill sites or otherwise contaminate the environment during end-of-life recycling. The Directive, which took effect on July 1, 2006, refers to the following hazardous substances: Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Cadmium (Cd) Hexavalent Chromium (Cr-V1) Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB) Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE) According to this EU Directive, all products sold in the European Union will be fully RoHS-compliant and lead-free. (See our website for more information.) Spare parts supplied for the repair and upgrade of equipment sold before July 1, 2006 are exempt from the legislation. Equipment that complies with the EU directive will be marked with a RoHS-compliant emblem, as shown in Figure 1-1.
Figure 1-1 RoHS Compliance Emblem
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Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Compliance

The European Union (EU) Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) deals with the collection, treatment, recovery, and recycling of electrical and electronic waste products. The objective of the WEEE Directive is to assign the responsibility for the disposal of associated hazardous waste to either the producers or users of these products. As of August 13, 2005, the producers or users of these products were required to recycle electrical and electronic equipment at end of its useful life, and may not dispose of the equipment in landfills or by using other unapproved methods. (Some EU member states may have different deadlines.) In accordance with this EU Directive, companies selling electric or electronic devices in the EU will affix labels indicating that such products must be properly recycled. (See our website for more information.) Contact your local sales representative for information on returning these products for recycling. Equipment that complies with the EU directive will be marked with a WEEE-compliant emblem, as shown in Figure 1-2.
Figure 1-2 WEEE Compliance Emblem
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Overview
Introduction
The following is covered in this chapter: Product Overview on page 2 Architecture on page 3 Resource Utilization on page 4 Licensing on page 4 Main Features on page 4 Monitoring and Operating on page 6 Components on page 6 Signal Flow on page 15
Chapter 1 Introduction
Product Overview
SDI Metadata Mux EXT REF FRAME REF Genlock Audio Mux AFD/WS S/VI Demux Audio Demux 16 x 1 Router 16 x 1 Router Dolby Decoder 1 Dolby Decoder 2 SRC Audio Router Virtual Out 1-4 Audio Router Virtual In 1-8 Audio Gain Virtual In 1-8 8 x 1 Router
Surround Processor 1 (UpMix, DownMix, MultiMerge) Audio Gain Audio Gain Audio Gain Audio Gain
bypass bypass
AFD/WSS/VI Mux
Video Proc
VBI Delete
Deserialize
SDI Metadata Demux
Video Sync & Delay
Serialize
SDI OUT 1
SDI IN
SDI OUT 2
LC 1
bypass
Dolby Encoder 1
bypass
SDI OUT 3
SRC
Audio Sync & Delay
LC 2
bypass
AES IN 1
AES IN 8
8 x 1 Router
...
SRC (Sample Rate Convert)
Input Tones
Surround Processor 2 (UpMix, DownMix, MultiMerge)
LC 3
bypass
LC 4
Output Router
Dolby Encoder 2
SDI OUT 4
AES OUT1 AES OUT 8
DARS Reference DARS IN
Output Tones
...
Monitor 1 Generator 1 Generator 2 SERIAL IN 1/2 Metadata Router MetaSmart 1 MetaSmart 2 Metadata Router Monitor 2
SERIAL OUT 1 SERIAL OUT 2
Surnd Processors and LCs same function blocks as above. GPI IN 1 GPI IN 12
...
Presets Control
Surnd Processors (1,2)
LCs (1,2,3,4)
Audio Level Monitor
GPI OUT 1 GPI OUT 6
...
Figure 1-1 APM6803+ System Block Diagram
Figure 1-2 APM6803+ Functional Diagram

The APM6803+ is a multichannel audio processing station for managing loudness and surround sound audio streams. Featuring DTS Neural Surround UpMix, DownMix and MultiMerge and Loudness Control, the APM6803+ combines unparalleled surround sound image placement and stability with loudness management processing to deliver a natural, open quality not found in traditional multiband compression technology. Flexible user-defined workflows and intelligent metadata handling ensure that the right processing is applied at the right time, allowing broadcasters to meet regulations while preserving the artistic integrity of the content. The APM6803+ is an audio processing system on a card and can be configured to support a wide variety of multichannel applications. Dual Dolby encoders and decoders can be enabled, allowing the APM6803+ to interface to virtually any type of signal. The APM6803+ also boasts a feature-rich audio/video frame synchronizer with monochannel routing for embedding and de-embedding. With eight discrete AES inputs and eight discrete AES outputs, the APM6803+ enables any combination of AES and embedded SDI audio input and output to be easily achieved.
Architecture
At the core of the APM6803+ lies an Audio Processing System comprising two high-end Digital Signal Processors (DSP), as well as custom-built hardware, that can process multiple channels of audio (see Figure 1-2). The Audio Processing System is a powerful and flexible signal processing engine. A virtual stream interface and flexible license management have been created to enable users to configure the system architecture dynamically and tailor the processing according to individual needs. For more details, see Chapter 4, Advanced Audio Processing.
Virtual Stream Interface

A virtual stream interface greatly simplifies configuration, hiding the complexity of the underlying system and making it possible to create a high-level, processing-intensive signal flow with just a few mouse clicks. Managing audio at the stream level, rather than having to manage individual channels, makes configuration easier, quicker and less error-prone. Virtual streams unleash the full processing power of the APM6803+ without bogging down the user with complicated routing and configuration menus.
Intelligent Metadata Handler

One of the key topics in modern broadcast audio management is loudness. Broadcasters spend significant effort to correct the loudness of program material at ingest so that they can provide a consistent audio level to their listeners, while maintaining the full dynamic range of the signal. Metadata is often used to assist in this effort, but in practice, situations inevitably arise that require intervention, such as incorrect/missing Dialnorm, live content or content that has not yet been processed and set to the correct loudness. The APM6803+ easily supports agile, fixed and hybrid workflows, and goes one step further to include features that provide automatic assistance for handling unknown or incorrectly processed audio. The APM6803+ protects the output against incorrect loudness levels whilst maintaining the full dynamic range of the original content wherever possible. For more details, see Chapter 9, Metadata.
Resource Utilization
To take full advantage of the processing power of the APM6803+, users are free to modify the architecture according to their needs. With this approach comes the possibility that a particular configuration may exceed the capabilities of the Audio Processing System. To assist users in implementing achievable configurations, key resources are tracked and reported. For more details, see Resource Utilization on page 40.
Licensing
The Audio Processing System is highly configurable and can support a wide range of Dolby and DTS processing blocks. Software license keys are required to enable individual Dolby encoders and decoders. For DTS functions, a flexible token system has been designed to allow users to change the type of processing without purchasing additional licenses. All licenses are field upgradable, enabling users to start with a minimal setup and grow the system as requirements dictate. For more details, see Chapter 11, Licensing.
Real Time Loudness Control

DTS Neural Loudness Control uses patented, critical band analysis to implement a psychoacoustic model of the human ear, resulting in highly accurate perceptual loudness measurements. This technology makes it possible to implement wideband control and deliver natural, open-sounding audio with the original spectral integrity preserved. DTS Neural Loudness Control exceeds ITU-R BS.1770 requirements. The APM6803+ offers users the choice between ITU-R BS.1770 loudness measurement and DTS Neural Loudness measurement.
Automation Control
Predefined Loudness Control settings are available for instant recall by automation, allowing users to create simple, effective automation profiles. Additional user-defined presets are available for maximum flexibility. The APM6803+ has a large number of GPI ports available for automation control.
Main Features
The APM6803+ includes the following features: 3G/HD/SD-SDI input and output capability SD/HD compliant SDI bypass relay Eight AES inputs and eight AES outputs Virtual audio stream interface for simplified configuration and control Multichannel audio system supporting up to 4 independent output streams Dual Dolby encoders and decoders (Dolby Digital and Dolby E) DTS Neural Loudness Control on each output stream Dual Surround Sound processors for implementing DTS Neural Surround UpMix, DownMix and MultiMerge Surround Field Protection using DTS Neural Surround MultiMerge ensures smooth, consistent Surround Sound output, while input switches between stereo and surround sound sources
Dynamic DTS license allocation Two individual metadata generators Intelligent metadata processing Dialnorm Translator Each output individually configurable for EAS (Emergency Alert System) override Each input individually configurable for Voice Over mixing Full-featured Harris frame sync technology Automatic audio/video delay alignment for consistent lip synchronization Automation control for dynamic on-air changes to loudness control profile Seamless sound maintains AES embedded audio on loss of SDI input Q-SEE-compliant thumbnails and alarms Custom Surround Sound and Loudness Control Presets Custom GPI and parameter scripting support
Monitoring and Operating

The APM6803+ can be operated locally (using card-edge controls); or operated and monitored remotely with: Web browser Control software applications such as CCS Navigator CCS-compliant remote control panels such as NUCLEUS. Third-party SNMP-based control applications
Components
The APM6803+ consists of a main module, a sub module, and a riser (interconnect) board assembled together, and a back module.
Sub Module
Back Module
Main Module
Figure 1-3 APM6803+Assembly The following are the main components: Table 1-1 APM6803+ Components Component Main Module Back Module Riser Board 44 Pin connector Description See Main Module on page 7 See Standard Back Module on page 9 and Relay Back Module on page 10 See Riser Board on page 8 See Pinouts for 44-pin Connector on page 12
Table 1-1 APM6803+ Components Component Breakout Cable Serial Port Cables GPI Cables Description See Breakout Cable on page 11 See Serial Port (RS-422/232) Connector on page 14 See General Purpose Interface (GPI) Connectors on page 15
Main Module
Mode select rotary switch Remote/local control jumper Navigation toggle switch LEDs Extractor handle
Figure 1-4 Top view of main module Feature LEDs Mode select rotary switch Navigation toggle switch Description Various color and lighting combinations of these LEDs indicate the module state. See LEDs - Main Module on page 32 for more information. This switch selects between various control and feedback parameters. This switch navigates up and down through the available control parameters: Down: Moves down through the parameters Up: Moves up through the parameters Local/remote control jumper Local: This jumper setting locks out external control panels and allows card-edge control only; limits the functionality of remote software applications to monitoring Remote: This jumper setting allows remote or local (card-edge) configuration, operation, and monitoring of the APM6803+ (this is the default setting)
Sub Module
Figure 1-5 Top view of Sub module
Riser Board
The riser board connects the main module to the sub module .
Figure 1-6 Riser Board
Standard Back Module

APM6803+T
SDI IN
RS-232/422 SERIAL
SDI OUT
AES IN / AES OUT / DARS / GENLOCK
GPI 1
GPI 2
ETHERNET
Figure 1-7 APM6803+ Standard Back Module Note: To maintain optimal output video signal integrity, terminate unused output video with 75 terminators.
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Relay Back Module
APM6803+RLYT
SDI IN RELAY BYPASS
RS-232/422 SERIAL
SDI OUT
GPI 1
GPI 2
ETHERNET
Figure 1-8 APM6803+ Relay Back Module For more details, see Relay Back Module on page 25.
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Breakout Cable
The standard APM6803+ ships with a breakout cable that has unbalanced (coaxial) audio connectors to expand the number of available connections beyond what would fit on a standard tri-slot back connector.
AES1 IN AES2 IN AES3 IN AES4 IN AES5 IN AES6 IN AES7 IN AES8 IN AES1 OUT AES2 OUT AES3 OUT AES4 OUT AES5 OUT AES6 OUT AES7 OUT AES8 OUT
AES 1 In AES 2 In AES 3 In AES 4 In AES 5 In AES 6 In AES 7 In AES 8 In AES 1 Out AES 2 Out AES 3 Out AES 4 Out AES 5 Out AES 6 Out AES 7 Out AES 8 Out
DARS IN DATA I/O GENLOCK SERIAL
DARS In Data I/O Genlock Serial

Not Used Not Used
Figure 1-9 APM6803+ Breakout Cable
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Pinouts for 44-pin Connector
Figure 1-10 Pin Numbers for 44-Pin Connector Table 1-2 Pinouts for 44-pin Connector
Pin No. on DB-44M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 25 26 27 28 29 30 BNC BNC BNC GND BNC BNC GND BNC BNC GND 162A10019X (DB9.5) BNC GND BNC BNC GND BNC BNC GND BNC GND AES OUT 7 DARS IN 1 DARS IN 1 GND AES IN 2 AES OUT 3 GND AES OUT 3 AES OUT 6 GND RS232_GND (DB9) AES OUT 4 GND AES OUT 4 AES OUT 5 GND AES IN 8 AES IN 8 GND AES IN 5 GND AES OUT 7 DARS IN 1 DARS IN 1 AES IN 2 AES OUT 3 AES OUT 3 AES OUT 6 SERIAL AES OUT 4 AES OUT 4 AES OUT 5 AES IN 8 AES IN 8 AES IN 5 Blue Yellow Yellow White Blue Blue Blue Black Blue Blue Blue White White White Blue Black Black White Blue Blue Blue N/A Blue Blue Blue White White White Connection Type BNC BNC GND BNC GND BNC BNC GND BNC BNC GND BNC BNC GND BNC BNC GND BNC BNC GND BNC GND BNC Not Connected Description GENLOCK GENLOCK GND AES OUT 7 GND AES IN 4 AES IN 4 GND AES IN 3 AES IN 3 GND DATA IO (not used) DATA IO GND AES OUT 2 AES OUT 2 GND AES OUT 1 AES OUT 1 GND AES IN 7 GND AES IN 7 Wire Label GENLOCK GENLOCK AES OUT 7 AES IN 4 AES IN 4 AES IN 3 AES IN 3 DATA IO DATA IO AES OUT 2 AES OUT 2 AES OUT 1 AES OUT 1 AES IN 7 AES IN 7 External Cable Color Black Black Blue White White White White Yellow Yellow Blue Blue Blue Blue White White BNC Color Black Black Blue White White White White Yellow Yellow Blue Blue Blue Blue White White
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Table 1-2 Pinouts for 44-pin Connector

Pin No. on DB-44M 31 32 33 34 35 35 36 37 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 Connection Type 162A10019X (DB9.3) 162A10019X (DB9.8) BNC GND BNC 162A10019X (DB9.1) BNC GND BNC 162A10019X (DB9.9) BNC GND BNC 162A10019X (DB9.7) 162A10019X (DB9.2) BNC BNC GND BNC BNC Description BALANCED SERIAL IN(DB9) BALANCED SERIAL IN+ (DB9) AES OUT 8 GND AES OUT 8 RS422_FR_GND (DB9) AES IN 2 GND AES IN 1 RS422_FR_GND (DB9) AES IN 1 GND AES OUT 6 BALANCED SERIAL OUT- (DB9) BALANCED SERIAL OUT+ (DB9) AES OUT 5 AES IN 6 GND AES IN 6 AES IN 5 Wire Label SERIAL SERIAL AES OUT 8 AES OUT 8 SERIAL AES IN 2 AES IN 1 SERIAL AES IN 1 AES OUT 6 SERIAL SERIAL AES OUT 5 AES IN 6 AES IN 6 AES IN 5 External Cable Color Red Yellow Blue Blue Black White White Black White Blue Blue Green Blue White White White BNC Color N/A N/A Blue Blue N/A White White N/A White Blue N/A N/A Blue White White White
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Serial Port (RS-422/232) Connector

Table 1-3 Pinouts for RS-422 Format
RS-422 Pin No. 1 Signal S1_RX+ S1_RXGND S2_RX+ S2_RXS1_TXS1_TX+ GND S2_TXS2_TX+ Description Received Data+ Received DataGround Received Data+ Received DataTransmitted DataTransmitted Data+ Ground Transmitted DataTransmitted Data+
2 3 4 5
10
6 7 8 9 10
Table 1-4 Pinouts for RS-232 Format

RS-232 Pin No. 1 Signal S1_RX NC GND S2_RX NC S1_TX NC GND S2_TX NC Description Received Data Not Connected Ground Received Data Not Connected Transmitted Data Not Connected Ground Transmitted Data Not Connected
2 3 4 5
10
6 7 8 9 10
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General Purpose Interface (GPI) Connectors

There are 2 GPI Input/Output (I/O) connectors on the module. The tables below describe the inputs and outputs. The GPI inputs enable triggering different presets or specific parameter settings and the GPI outputs can be used to generate status. You can have a maximum of 12 GPI inputs and 6 GPI outputs. Table 1-5 GPI I/O 1 GPI I/O 1
Pin No. 1 Description GPI input 1 GPI input 2 GND GPI input 3 GPI input 4 GPI input 5 GPI input 6 GPI output 1 GPI output 2 GPI output 3
2 3 4 5
6 GPI
10
6 7 8 9 10
Table 1-6 GPI I/O 2 GPI I/O 2

Pin No. 1 Description
GPI input 7 GPI input 8

GND
2 3 4 5
GPI input 9 GPI input 10 GPI input 11 GPI input 12 GPI output 4 GPI output 5 GPI output 6
6 GPI
10
6 7 8 9 10
Signal Flow
Video Path Audio Path Metadata Path
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Video Path
Metadata Processing SDI OUT 1 Serialize SDI OUT 2 Audio Demux EXT REF SDI OUT 3 2x1 Mux Genlock SDI OUT 4 FRAME REF SDI DEMUX Audio Processing SDI MUX
Deserialize SDI IN
AFD/WSS/VI Demux
SDI Metadata Demux
Video Sync & Delay
Audio Mux
SDI Metadata Mux
VBI Delete
Video Proc
AFD/WSS /VI Mux
WITH RELAY BM
Deserialize SDI IN Serialize
SDI OUT 1
SDI OUT 2
SDI OUT 3
SDI OUT 4
Figure 1-11 Video Path
Audio Path
SDI MUX
Audio Output Configuration (Router) Audio Input Configuration (Router)
bypass bypass
SDI DEMUX
16 x 1 Router Dolby Decoder 1 SRC
Audio Gain Audio Gain Audio Gain Audio Gain LC 1
bypass
Dolby Encoder 1
bypass
Audio Gain
...
Audio Sync & Delay
AES IN 1 AES IN 8
16 x 1 Router
Dolby Decoder 2
SRC
8x1 Router
Surround Processor 1 (UpMix, DownMix, MultiMerge ) Surround Processor 2 (UpMix, DownMix, MultiMerge )
LC 2
Dolby Encoder 2
bypass
Output Configuration (Router)
SRC (Sample Rate Convert) Input Tones
LC 3
bypass
AES OUT 1
8x1 Router
...
LC 4
AES OUT 8
DARS IN
Genlock
2x1 Mux
DARS Reference
Surround Processors and LCs same function blocks as above .
Output Tones
Surnd Processors (1,2)
GPI IN 1 GPI IN 12
...
GPI OUT 1 Audio Level Monitor
Presets Control
LCs (1,2,3,4)
...
GPI OUT 6
Figure 1-12 Audio Path Note: Blocks in yellow indicate licensable functions implemented in the DSPs.
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Metadata Path
SDI Metadata Input
SDI Metadata Output
Dolby Dec 1 Dolby Dec 2 Generator 1 Generator 2 Metadata Router MetaSmart 1 MetaSmart 2 Metadata Router
Dolby Enc 1 Dolby Enc 2 Monitor 1 Monitor 2
Input 1 SERIAL IN 1 SERIAL IN 2 Input 2
Output 1 Output 2 SERIAL OUT 1 SERIAL OUT 2
Figure 1-13 Metadata Path
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Overview
Installation
The following is covered in this chapter Unpacking the Module on page 19 Main Module Jumpers on page 21 Maximum 6800+ Frame Power Ratings on page 23 Installing 6800+ Modules on page 24 Upgrading Module Firmware on page 26 License Options on page 26
Unpacking the Module

Before you install modules, perform the following: Check the equipment for any visible damage that may have occurred during transit. Confirm receipt of all items on the packing list. Contact your Customer Service representative if parts are missing or damaged. Remove the anti-static shipping pouch, if present, and all other packaging material. Retain the original packaging materials for possible re-use. See Unpacking/Shipping Information on page x for information about returning a product for servicing.
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Chapter 2 Installation
Packing List
Table 2-1 Available Product Packages Ordered Product APM6803+T Content Description One APM6803+ front module One sub module One triple slot back connector (standard) One unbalanced audio breakout cable One riser Three mini-mate header cables (two for GPI connectors and one for serial port) APM6803+RLYT One APM6803+ front module One sub module One triple slot back connector (relay) One unbalanced audio breakout cable One riser Three mini-mate header cables (two for GPI connectors and one for serial port)
Selecting an External Balun

The following baluns from Neutrik or equivalent are recommended for the unbalanced to balanced AES conversion: NADITBNC-F: Female chassis XLR 110 input - female BNC 75 output http://www.neutrik.com/fl/en/audio/210_309314683/NADITBNC-F_detail.aspx NADITBNC-M: Female BNC 75 input - male chassis XLR 110 output http://www.neutrik.com/fl/en/audio/210_2044239418/NADITBNC-M_detail.aspx NADITBNC-FX: Female cable end XLR 110 input - female BNC 75 output http://www.neutrik.com/fl/en/audio/210_1576769505/NADITBNC-FX_detail.aspx NADITBNC-MX: Female BNC 75 input - male cable end XLR 110 output http://www.neutrik.com/fl/en/audio/210_1923043515/NADITBNC-MX_detail.aspx
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Main Module Jumpers

Note: The APM6803+ main module has one jumper, CJ1, which sets the module for local or remote control. You need to configure modules for local or remote operation prior to power-up. To change the configuration, first remove power from the module, reset the jumper, and then reapply power.
CJ1 Jumper
Figure 2-1 Jumper Location 1 2 Locate jumper CJ1 on the module (behind the mode select rotary switch). Figure 2-1 shows the location of the CJ1 jumper. Place the jumper on pins 1 and 2 to set the module for Remote control, or pins 2 and 3 to set the module for Local control. See Figure 2-2.
Remote control setting
Local control setting
Figure 2-2 CJ1 Settings for Local and Remote Control Note: The white triangle near the jumper pins on the module indicates pin 1.
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Sub Module Jumpers

J16A and J16B J4 and J6
Table 2-2 Sub Module Jumpers Jumper Designation J16A/16B RS-422 Serial Port 1/2 Termination Unterminated (default) Pins 1 and 2 open Terminated Pins 1 and 2 shorted Settings
1 2
1 2
1 2
1 2
Pins open
Pins 1 and 2 shorted Terminated
Unterminated
J4/J6 Serial Port 1/2 Duplex Mode Full Duplex (default): Pins 1/2 and 3/4 open Half Duplex: Pins 1/2 and 3/4 shorted
Pins open
4 2 4 2
3 4 1 3 1 Pins 1/2 and 3/4 shorted 2 4 2 3 1 3 1
Full Duplex Setting
Half Duplex Setting
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Function For Factory use only
Jumper J2 J5 J8 J9
Jumper Default Positions Pins 1 and 2 shorted Pins 2 and 3 shorted Pins 2 and 3 shorted Pins 2 and 3 shorted
Note: Ensure that all factory jumpers are per the default settings.
Maximum 6800+ Frame Power Ratings

The power consumption for the APM6803+ modules is 18 W. Table 2-3 describes the maximum allowable power ratings for 6800+ frames. Note the given maximums before installing any 6800+ modules in your frame. APM6803+ modules operate only in fan-cooled FR6802+ and FR6822+ frames, subject to the limitations shown in Table 2-3. These modules cannot be installed in 6800/7000 series frames. Note: To maintain proper temperatures, ensure that the front panel is closed at all times and that the fan module is fully operational. Table 2-3 Maximum Power Ratings for 6800+ Frames 6800+ Frame Type FR6802+XF (frame with AC power supply) FR6802+XF48 (frame with DC power supply) FR6802+QXF frame (with AC or DC power supply) FR6822+ frame (with AC or DC power supply) Max. Frame Power Dissipation 120 W 105 W 120W 120W Number of Usable Slots 20 20 20 20 Max. Power Dissipation Per Slot 6W 5.25 W 6W 6W
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See the 6800+ Frame Installation and Operation Manual for information about installing and operating an FR6802+QXF, FR6822+, or FR6802+ frame and its components. CAUTION Before installing this product, read the 6800+ Series Safety Instructions and Standards Manual shipped with every 6800+ Frame Installation and Operation Manual or downloadable from our website. This safety manual contains important information about the safe installation and operation of 6800+ series products.
Installing 6800+ Modules

Required Frames and Back Connector Types
APM6803+ modules have triple-width back connectors that can be installed in the following frames: FR6802+XF (frame with AC power supply) FR6802+XF48 (frame with DC power supply) FR6802+QXF frame (with AC or DC power supply) FR6822+ frame (with AC or DC power supply) - RECOMMENDED
Unsupported Frames
APM6803+ modules cannot be installed in: FR6802+DM FR6800+MB 6800/7000 series frames The APM6803+ cannot be put in chained frames or old ICE frames. See your 6800+ Frame Installation and Operation Manual for installation instructions and for details on installing back connectors in a frame.
Installing and Removing APM6803+ Modules

APM6803+ modules require no specialized installation or removal procedures. However, if installing both front and rear modules, ensure that the back module is installed first before plugging in the front module. Once you have installed your APM6803+ module, you can connect it to the appropriate input and outputs. When removing both the front and rear modules, ensure that the front module is unplugged from the frame first, before removing the rear module. See your 6800+ Frame Installation and Operation Manual for information about installing and operating a frame and its components. See the 6800+ Safety Instructions and Standards Manual for important information about safely installing your module.
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Relay Back Module

The relay back module is intended to handle power failure and ensure that there is some output in the event that the power fails. SDI IN is directly output to SDI OUT.
APM6803+RLYT SDI IN RELAY BYPASS
RS-232/422 SERIAL
SDI OUT
GPI 1
GPI 2
ETHERNET
The relay back module functions as follows: When the front module/card is running normally, the relay is closed and the signal is not bypassed. If the front module/card is pulled out of the frame OR the frame loses power, the relay is opened and the signal is bypassed from SDI IN to SDI OUT 1. When the front module/card is inserted into the frame, the signal is bypassed until the card boots up. After the card boots, the relay is closed again.
Notes The relay functionality occurs only on power loss; it cannot be manually controlled from the GUI. Ensure you upgrade to firmware version 1.1.82 or higher for the relay back module. See Specifications on page 119 for more details.
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Upgrading Module Firmware

This modules firmware can be updated using CCS Navigator version 4.7, or the HTTP software upgrade tool. In order to perform these upgrades, your frame must be equipped with a 6800+ETH module. See your frame manual for more information. Because the APM6803+ consists of a main and sub module, the upgrade process is slightly different as compared to other 6800+ modules. Follow these steps to upgrade: 1 2 3 4 Download the upgrade package APM6803+.zip. Use Navigator or a web browser to upgrade the module with the package (similar to other 6800+ modules). The module will reboot only ONCE and then Navigator or the web browser will show status as Upgrade Complete. This indicates that the main module has been upgraded. The sub module will now start upgrading. After a few seconds, observe the status on LEDs 7-14 on the card edge of the sub module. If the eight LEDs are flashing, it indicates the sub module is being upgraded. The eight LEDs should shut off one by one and the sub module should reboot after all eight LEDs are off. This completes the upgrading process. You can also verify if the sub module is being upgraded through the parameter interface. The parameter Sub Board Status under General indicates the sub module status.
If all the LEDs work normally or the parameter Sub Board Status reports Normal, the module can be operated. Note: Ensure the ETH card is version 4.5.1 or later. When upgrading, do not remove the module from the frame.
License Options
For details, see Chapter 11, Licensing.
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Overview
Parameters, Alarms, and LEDs
The following sections are covered here: Parameter Categories on page 28 Changing Parameter Settings using Card-Edge Controls on page 29 Changing Parameter Settings Using CCS Software on page 30 Changing Parameter settings using a Web browser on page 31 LEDs - Main Module on page 32 LEDs - Sub Module on page 34 Alarms on page 34
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Chapter 3 Parameters, Alarms, and LEDs
Parameter Categories
The following table lists the main categories that Parameters are divided into and what you can control from those categories: Table 3-1 General Parameters Licensing and Utilization parameters. GPI Input/Output/Custom Parameters Parameter Control Script AFD / VI / WSS Embedder and De-Embedder parameters Audio Input Configuration (including Dolby Decoder) Surround Processing (including UpMix, DownMix, MultiMerge) Audio Output Configuration (Including Loudness Control, Dolby Encoder) Output Router Configuration (Embedded, AES, and Output Tones) SDI Genlock/DARS Input Video Delay Synchronization Proc Amp VBI Embedded AES Loudness Control Status Serial Port Metadata Input Metadata Ouput Generator MetaSmart Alarm Configuration Video Streaming information Displays information on the Version and Presets. For details, see Chapter 7, Key Parameters. See Chapter 8, Custom Scripting for details on custom parameter scripts. For a complete list of parameters, refer the HTM Parameter list (available with the documentation). You can access APM6803+ parameters through CCS Navigator, an HTTP web browser, or a third-party SNMP-based control application (depending on your host frames options). When you change a parameter, the effect is immediate. However, the module requires up to 30 seconds to save the latest change. After 30 seconds, the new settings are saved and will be restored if the module loses power and must be restarted. If you make changes to certain parameters, other related parameters may also be affected. For example, virtual stream selections can have an impact on routing. General Presets (loading and saving of presets) are not currently supported.
Audio Configuration
Video Configuration
Audio Status
Audio Metadata
Alarms Video Streaming Configuration
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Changing Parameter Settings using Card-Edge Controls

1 2 Rotate the hex switch (mode select rotary switch) to 0. Once the hex switch is set to 0, toggle the navigation switch up or down to select a bank. View the two control LEDs next to the navigation toggle switch to see which bank is currently selected. See Table 3-2 on page 29 to view the various banks, hex switch positions, and corresponding parameter options and values. Table 3-2 Selected Bank as Indicated by Control LEDs Bank Number 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A (10) B (11) C (12) D (13) E (14) F (15) 3 4 5 LED 3 Off Off Off Off Off Off Off Off On On On On On On On On LED 2 Off Off Off Off On On On On Off Off Off Off On On On On LED 1 Off Off On On Off Off On On Off Off On On Off Off On On LED 0 Off On Off On Off On Off On Off On Off On Off On Off On
Rotate the hex switch to the parameter number (1 to 9) or letter (A to F) of the option you want to set. Toggle the navigation switch to select and set the value of the chosen parameter. Do either of the following: Rotate the hex switch to another parameter number/letter in the current bank, and then repeat step 4. Rotate the hex switch to 0 again to select a different bank, and then repeat steps 3 and 4. Use an available 6800+ software control option to aid in viewing, setting, and confirming the parameter value. Note: Refer to the HTM Parameter list (available with the documentation) for more details on changing parameter settings using card edge controls.
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Recalling Factory Default Parameter Settings

To return the APM6803+ module to its factory default settings, you can either reset each parameter individually or do a global recall following this procedure. 1 2 3 Rotate the hex switch to 0. Toggle the navigation switch to the bank number 0. Use the control LEDs to verify which bank you have selected, or use an available 6800+ software control option (serial/local or Ethernet/remote) to aid in confirming your bank selection. Rotate the hex switch to the global recall parameter F. Toggle the navigation switch to On. Use an available 6800+ software control option to aid in viewing, setting, and confirming the parameter value. Note: After doing a factory recall, wait for about 40 seconds before attempting any other operation.
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Changing Parameter Settings Using CCS Software

You can change the parameter settings, view read-only parameters, view alarms, and adjust alarm settings using CCS software. Before using CCS Navigator to change your modules parameter settings, you must discover the module. Discovery is the process by which CCS Navigator finds, and then connects to your module.
Discovering Your Module Using CCS Software

To discover your module, your Navigator software must be in Build mode. Note: Wait for the APM6803+ module to become available (the module should show as "Network Active") before you start accessing parameters through Navigator. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 If the Discovery window is not open, click Tools > Discovery in the main menu. A Discovery window opens, most likely in the bottom left corner of the screen. Click Options, and then click Add. Enter the IP address of the frame that contains your module, or the frame that contains a 6800+ETH module that provides access to your module. Click OK to close the Add Host dialog box, and then OK again to close the Discovery Options dialog box. Click Start. This triggers Navigator to run a discovery. When the discovery finishes, Discovery Completed is displayed in the Discovery pane. Click Save to save the results of your discovery to the Discovery folder of the Navigation pane. Switch to Control mode by selecting Operational Mode > Control from the main menu. Double-click APM6803+ in the Navigation pane. The Control window opens displaying the modules controls.
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You can now switch to Control mode by selecting Operational Mode > Control from the main menu. Double-click APM6803+ in the Navigation pane. The Control dialog box opens displaying the modules controls.
Reading Hardware and Software Versions

To determine the hardware version number for APM6803+ modules, follow these steps: 1 2 3 4 Discover the frame that contains the module, and save results of your discovery. In the Navigation pane, right-click the module and select Configuration. In the Configuration dialog box, select the Version tab. In the Item Name list, look at the Hardware menu item. If it is expandable and provides a version number, then the revised specifications apply to your module. If the Hardware menu item is non-expandable and provides no version information, then the original specifications apply.
Changing Parameter settings using a Web browser

1 2 3 4 Access your frame using a web browser. Login to the 6800 Control Interface. In the Navigation pane, click the slot that contains your APM6803+ module. Parameter categories will be displayed and you can drill down. Most of the screenshots in this manual have been taken through the web browser interface for APM6803+.
Recalling Factory Default Parameter Settings

You can set all parameter settings back to the factory defaults by going to Parameters > General and selecting Yes from the Factory Recall dropdown list. Once default settings are restored, you will see Factory Recall set to ---
Reading Hardware and Software Versions

To determine the hardware version number for APM6803+ modules, follow these steps: 1 2 Enter the IP address of the frame that contains the module. In the Navigation pane, click on the module to expand its menu, and then select Configuration > Version.
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If the Hardware item displays a version number, then the revised specifications apply to your module. If the Hardware menu item provides no version information, then the original specifications apply.
LEDs - Main Module

Card Edge LEDs
Card Edge LEDs are located on both the main module and the sub module (see LEDs - Sub Module on page 34). These LEDs serve as quick monitoring references. The following figure shows the location of these LEDs on the main module and the following table describes each LED in more detail.
Module status LED
Card Edge LEDs
Figure 3-1 Location of APM6803+ Main Module LEDs Table 3-3 Main Module Card Edge LEDs LED AUTO 720P 1035I 1080P/SF 1080I 525 625 VID PRES ELECT
Color Indicators Green Green Green Green Green Green Green Green
Description Auto detection of the SDI input standard is active Selected video standard is 720p Unused Selected video standard is 1080p or 1080psf Selected video standard is 1080i Selected video standard is 525 Selected video standard is 625 Electrical input video is present
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Table 3-3 Main Module Card Edge LEDs LED VID PRES FIBER ELECT IN SEL FIBER IN SEL REF PRES FREEZE DARS PRES AUDIO 1 AUDIO 2 AUDIO 3 AUDIO 4 AUDIO 5 AUDIO 6 AUDIO 7 AUDIO 8 Color Indicators Green Green Green Green Yellow Green Green Green Green Green Green Green Green Green Description Not used Not used Not used Indicates presence of reference signal Indicates the output video is frozen Indicates presence of DARS Indicates presence of AES audio on AES input 1 Indicates presence of AES audio on AES input 2 Indicates presence of AES audio on AES input 3 Indicates presence of AES audio on AES input 4 Indicates presence of AES audio on AES input 5 Indicates presence of AES audio on AES input 6 Indicates presence of AES audio on AES input 7 Indicates presence of AES audio on AES input 8
Module Status LED

The Module Status LED is located on the main board only, on the corner of the module. It lights up if an error is detected. See Figure 3-1 on page 32 for the location of this LED. The table below provides a definition of the LED colors. Table 3-4 Module Status LED Descriptions LED Color Sequence Off Green Red Flashing red Amber Meaning There is no power to the module; the module is not operational. There is power to the module; the module is operating properly. There is an alarm condition. The module has detected a hardware/firmware fault. The module is undergoing configuration.
Note: If the LED is flashing red, please contact your Customer Service representative.
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LEDs - Sub Module

LED ID Status 1 State On Flashing Status 2 On Flashing Status 3 On Off Status 4 On Off Status 5/6 Off Description Working in normal mode. Working in golden mode. Working in normal booting up mode. Working in boot loader mode. DSP0 running properly. DSP0 not configured DSP1 running properly. DSP1 not configured. Unused. Sub module working normally. Sub module being upgraded. Do not touch/operate the module until flashing stops. Contact Customer Support. Contact Customer Support. Change jumper J5 on the sub module. Do not touch/operate the module until flashing stops. Action Required
Status 7-14 Off Flashing
Alarms
If a major or minor alarm is triggered within your APM6803+ module, the Status LED lights red. Alarms are usually logged and monitored within available software control applications (for example, CCS Navigator). You can only differentiate between major and minor alarms within a software control application. See the appropriate software control user manual or online help for more information.
Alarm Options
The following settings can be made for each alarm within Navigator software. Table 3-5 Alarm Options Alarm Option Enable/Disable Effect This option toggles between Enabled and Disabled. If the alarm is Enabled, an alarm condition generates an alarm; if it is Disabled, the alarm condition is ignored. By default, all alarms are disabled. This setting determines whether a triggered alarm is reported as major or minor. The range is 110. A priority of 6 or higher is a major alarm, and a priority of 5 or lower is a minor alarm.
Alarm priority
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Table 3-5 Alarm Options Alarm Option Trigger (s) Effect This option determines how long an alarm condition must exist (in seconds) before the alarm is triggered. If the alarm level is reached for less time than the Trigger duration, then the alarm will not trigger. Choose any duration from 0 to 7200 seconds (or 2 hours). If this option is set to 0 and the alarm condition exists for any period of time, the alarm is triggered. Determines the amount of time the alarm condition must be in abatement in order for the alarm to be turned off. Choose any duration from 0 to 7200 seconds (or 2 hours). If this option is set to 0 and the alarm condition ceases for any period of time, the alarm is cleared. When an alarm is active, click this option to allow other users on the network to see that you have acknowledged the alarm.
Clear (s)
Ack
Alarm Definitions
Note: Refer to the HTM Parameter list (available with the documentation) for a complete list of alarms.
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Advanced Audio Processing
Audio Processing
The backbone of the audio processing capability of the APM6803+ is the Audio Processing System (APS). The APS consists of two Digital Signal Processors (DSPs). Each DSP is further divided into two Advanced Audio Processors (AAPs). The AAPs are responsible for processing all of the licensable functions, namely Loudness Control, Surround Sound and Dolby Encoder/Decoders. As you enable functions, AAPs are automatically configured by the system as appropriate.
Outgoing Audio
Port 1
AAP1 DSP1
Incoming Audio
Hardware Audio Processing
Port 2 Router Port 3
AAP2
AAP1 DSP2
Port 4
AAP2
Figure 4-1 Audio Processing System (APS)
Smart Routing
As the user configures the various input and output types, along with the required surround processing and loudness control, the systems Smart Routing function will automatically configure each AAP and route the appropriate signals to the AAP ports as required. The user does not need to understand the inner workings of the various blocks and is free to work at the logical level. For example, when enabling Loudness Control on a Virtual Output, simply enable Loudness Control for that output. The system will then find an unused AAP and route the audio to that AAP, then configure the AAP accordingly.
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Chapter 4 Advanced Audio Processing
Virtual Inputs and Outputs

The interface to the Audio Processing System consists of 8 Virtual Input and 4 Virtual Output audio streams. They are virtual streams in the sense that the type of audio present on each stream is not pre-defined. Instead, you can individually configure each stream to be Mono, Stereo, or Surround 5.1. In addition, Virtual Input streams 1 and 2, as well as Virtual Output streams 1 and 2, can be configured to be Dolby E or Dolby Digital (AC-3).
SDI De-embedder
Audio/Video Frame Sync
SDI Embedder
Surround Sound Processor 1
Dolby Decoder 1 AES1 AES2 Mono Channel Audio Router ... AES8 Dolby Decoder 2
Virtual In1
Loudness Control
Dolby Encoder 1
Virtual Out1 AES1
Virtual In2 Virtual Audio Stream Router Loudness Control Loudness Control Dolby Encoder 2 Virtual Out2 Mono Channel Audio Router
AES2 ...
Virtual In3 Virtual In4 Virtual In5 Virtual In6 Virtual In7 Virtual In8
Virtual Out3
AES8
Loudness Control
Virtual Out4
Virtual Audio Streams
Surround Sound Processor 1
Virtual Audio Streams
Figure 4-2 Virtual Input and Output streams When a Virtual Input stream is defined, you need to choose the source for each channel in the stream from the input router. For instance, if Virtual Input 1 is defined as Stereo, you will need to select the source for the L and R channels.
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Once a stream is defined, you can simply manipulate the stream as a single entity. Signal routing, proc amp settings and Loudness Control are then applied automatically by the APM6803+ to each sub channel within the stream as appropriate. From that point on, you no longer need to keep track of individual channels within the stream, and can route the entire stream as a single instance when routing to the Surround Processors or to output streams. Proc Amp settings like gain and mute can now be applied to the entire stream under a single parameter.
Loudness Control simply becomes an option that can be enabled or disabled for the stream, instead of having to individually route each channel to a Loudness Control block.
Managing the audio in this way, at the "stream" level, rather than having to manage individual channels, makes it much easier, quicker and less error prone to setup the configuration. Virtual streams unleash the full processing power of the APM6803+ without bogging down the user with complicated routing and configuration menus.
Audio Configuration Examples

Refer the APM6803+ Quick Start for examples with step by step instructions on how to configure Loudness Control, MultiMerge etc. though the parameter interface.
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Resource Utilization
As functions are enabled, the APM6803+ keeps track of the processor utilization and reports the current total. It also reports the available licenses, and how many have been used so far. The values are available under General > Utilization.
For the majority of scenarios, the Virtual Stream interface and the automatic routing and configuration that occurs greatly simplifies system configuration. However, it is possible to exceed the capabilities of the APS. The high level limitations are as follows: The sum of the processing power required for two AAPs in a given DSP must not exceed the full processing power of that DSP. Each AAP has a single port for sending and receiving audio. As such, some error messages are provided to assist in understanding what limitation is preventing the system from implementing the users request.
AAP Status Parameter

Everywhere that you can enable an APS function, an AAP status message is provided. These messages inform you of the success or failure of your request. On selecting an audio function to apply, the AAP Status parameter reports if your selected audio processing function was available and whether it was applied. This parameter is available in the following places: When defining Virtual In 1 and 2 When defining Surround Proc 1 and 2 When defining Virtual Out 1-4 For example, when defining input audio, if you select Virtual In 1 Type as Dolby Digital, the AAP Status parameter will change to reflect your selection - in this case, it will show as In1+Ac3 5.1.
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Similarly, when defining output audio, you select the Virtual Out 1 Type as Surround5.1+2.0 with loudness control enabled, the Out 1 AAP Status will show as Out1+LC 5.1+2.0.
The AAP Status parameter is just an indicator to confirm whether your selected function was successfully applied. If the selected function was not available or was not applied for some reason, the AAP status will reflect this.
If the request fails, one of the following messages may be displayed (Also see the Troubleshooting section in the APM6803+ Quick Start): Table 4-1 AAP Error messages AAP Status Parameter Router Full Failed-No License Failed-MCBSP Full Description Indicates that all AAPs are utilized. Indicates that adequate licenses are not available for processing. Indicates that the DSP (Digital Signal Processor) does not have enough resources.
Processor Utilization (DSP and AAP)

As you define your configuration or workflow, the utilization of the Advanced Audio Processors is reported as a percentage in Parameters > Audio Configuration. Reviewing these percentages as you configure your workflow will help you understand how much processing is utilized by your defined configuration and settings, how much is available for additional processing, and whether you have reached any limits.
There are 2 Digital Signal Processor (DSP) chips that each have 2 Advanced Audio Processing Blocks (AAPs).
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To simplify user configurations, when you configure an audio function (be it Loudness, MultiMerge, Dolby, etc.), the DSP using smart routing automatically routes audio functions to processors as required. The AAP 1-4 Configuration parameters reflect an internal allocation of audio processing functions. For example, if you configure a Virtual Input to a Dolby-E stream, you will see your DSP 1 Utilization go to about 23%. And one of the AAP blocks will report its usage as In1+E5.1.
If you opt to route this to a surround processor and use MultiMerge, you will see the MultiMerge function auto routed to the second available AAP block, and the total DSP utilization will also increase proportionately.
Free or available Processors will show status as None. The Audio DSP utilization should be 0% if you have nothing configured, and the individual AAP blocks will report their usage as None. Although the APM6803+ attempts to combine functions into a single AAP where possible, depending on a particular configuration, it is possible to exceed available resources. If all the Processors are in use, additional handling may not be possible unless some processing is freed up. The following table provides approximate utilization information for audio functions. The percentages are per function enabled.
Advanced Audio Processing Utilization and Delay

Table 4-2 Advanced Audio Processing Utilization AAP Block Dolby Digital Decoder Dolby Digital Decoder with DownMix Dolby E Decoder Dolby Digital Encoder Dolby E Encoder UpMix (low latency)
DSP Utilization (%) 12 24 23 39 50 27
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Table 4-2 Advanced Audio Processing Utilization AAP Block UpMix (high latency) DownMix MultiMerge (low latency) MultiMerge (high latency) Loudness Control 5.1 Loudness Control 2.0 Loudness Control 5.1 + 2.0 DSP Utilization (%) 27 4 40 40 29 9 39
Table 4-3 Advanced Audio Processing Delay AAP Block Dolby Digital Decoder Dolby Digital Decoder with DownMix Dolby Digital Encoder UpMix (low latency) UpMix (high latency) DownMix MultiMerge (low latency) MultiMerge (high latency) Loudness Control 5.1 Loudness Control 2.0 Loudness Control 5.1 + 2.0 Latency (ms) 69.33 69.33 149.23 108.60 129.50 87.00 132.31 153.64 137.29 135.48 137.29
Table 4-4 Advanced Audio Processing Delay for Dolby E AAP Block Dolby E Decoder Frame Rate 29Hz/59Hz 25Hz/50Hz 30Hz/60Hz 24Hz 23Hz Dolby E Encoder 29Hz/59Hz 25Hz/50Hz 30Hz/60Hz 24Hz 23Hz Latency (ms) 100.77 120.80 100.67 125.83 125.94 108.78 130.40 108.67 135.83 135.95
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Dolby Processing Overview

The APM6803+ provides a flexible Dolby processing solution. Dolby E and Dolby Digital Encoder and Decoder capabilities are supported. Two independent Dolby decoders and two Dolby encoders are supported in parallel. Virtual In 1 and Virtual In 2 are available for Dolby Decoder Virtual Out 1 and Virtual Out 2 are for Dolby Encoder. For more details, see: Dolby E Decoder Dolby E Encoder Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder Dolby Digital (AC3) Encoder
Dolby E Decoder
An incoming Dolby stream is treated as a normal audio program in the path, and all you have to do is configure one of the Virtual Input groups as Dolby. For example, if the incoming audio program is Dolby E 5.1+2.0, configure Virtual In 1 as Dolby E-5.1+2.0. When defining the Virtual In Type for a Dolby E stream, the available options are: Dolby E-5.1 Dolby E-5.1+2.0 Dolby E-4x2.0 These 3 options are based on the three most common program configurations; however, free mapping of Dolby channels based on your requirements is supported.
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If the incoming audio program is PCM, it is passed out on the Left channel and Right channel. The options Virtual In 1 Surround 5.1 and Virtual In 1 Stereo in the downstream represent the decoded PCM audio of the Dolby E stream. The Dolby E Dec X Program Config feedback parameter reports the actual program type of the incoming Dolby E stream. Metadata from a Dolby E stream is available for downstream processing and can be sourced to a serial port or MetaSmart. The Metadata Monitor can be used to check the metadata status of an incoming Dolby stream.
Dolby E Decoder Type-Free Mapping

While standard options are available for Dolby E Decoder Configuration, the Dolby E Decoder can mapped to any kind of configuration. For details, see Dolby E (Encoder/ Decoder) Mapping.
Dolby E Decoder Mapping Example

The following example illustrates mapping for decoding a 4+4 Dolby E Stream. Step 1 - Configure the Dolby E Decoder Step 2 - Route the decoded PCM Audio Step 3 - Remap the Channel Index
Step 1 - Configure the Dolby E Decoder

1 Go to Audio Configuration > Input Configuration > Virtual In 1 Set Virtual In 1 Type to Dolby E-5.1+2.0
Step 2 - Route the decoded PCM Audio

1 Go to Audio Configuration > Output Configuration > Virtual Out 1 Set Virtual Out 1 Type to Surround 5.1+2.0 Set Source Select > Out 1 Surround Sel to Virtual In 1 Surround 5.1 Set Source Select > Out 1 Stereo Sel to Virtual In 1 Stereo
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Step 3 - Remap the Channel Index

1 Go to Audio Configuration > Output Router > AES > Audio Source Select Set AES 1A Source to Virtual Out 1 Surround L (L1) Set AES 1B Source to Virtual Out 1 Surround R (R1) Set AES 2A Source to Virtual Out 1 Surround C (C1) Set AES 2B Source to Virtual Out 1 Surround Lfe (S1) Set AES 3A Source to Virtual Out 1 Stereo L (L2) Set AES 3B Source to Virtual Out 1 Stereo R (R2) Set AES 4A Source to Virtual Out 1 Surround Ls (C2) Set AES 4B Source to Virtual Out 1 Surround LR (S2)
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Dolby E Encoder
Configure a Dolby E Encoder on the virtual output side. The options Dolby E-5.1, Dolby E-5.1+2.0, and Dolby E-4x2.0 are available for flexible audio routing. The Dolby E Encoder follows parameters in external metadata, sourced from the metadata generator, SDI input, serial port input, MetaSmart or incoming Dolby E. Refer Dolby Metadata Dependencies for metadata dependencies.
Note: When generating metadata for the Dolby E Encoder (see Generating your own Metadata), the 7.1 or 7.1 Screen Program Configuration is not supported for the Encoder. Ensure that you do not select the 7.1/7.1 Screen Program Configuration option with the Encoder to ensure proper operation.
Dolby E Start Line

When you embed Dolby E audio, the module automatically adjusts Dolby E header resides on the line specified by the parameter Dolby-E Start Line (Parameters > Audio Configuration > Output Router > Embedded), with a tolerance of 1 line (2 lines at 3G).
Dolby E Encoder Type-Free Mapping

While standard options are available for Dolby E Encoder Configuration, the Dolby E Encoder can mapped to any kind of configuration. For details, see Dolby E (Encoder/ Decoder) Mapping. Note: The actual program configuration of Dolby E is dependant on the parameter in the metadata stream rather than the Virtual Output type.
Dolby Encoder Mapping Example

The following example illustrates mapping for encoding a 4+4 Dolby E Stream. Step 1 - Configure Metadata Generator Step 2 - Configure Dolby E Encoder Step 3 - Route the PCM audio Step 4 - Output the Dolby E stream
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Step 1 - Configure Metadata Generator

1 2 3 Go to Audio Metadata > Generator > Generator 1 Configuration Set Meta1 Program Type to Dolby E Set Meta1 Program Config to 4+4
Step 2 - Configure Dolby E Encoder

1 2 3 4 Go to Audio Configuration > Output Configuration > Virtual Out 1 Set Virtual Out 1 Type to Dolby E5.1+2.0 Set Dolby Encoder > Dolby E Enc 1 Bit Depth to 20 bits Set Dolby Encoder > Dolby Encoder 1 Metadata Source to Generator 1
Step 3 - Route the PCM audio

1 2 Go to Audio Configuration > Input Configuration > Virtual In 1 Set Virtual In 1 Type to Surround 5.1+2.0 Go to Audio Configuration > Input Configuration > Virtual In 1 > Source Select Set In 1 Surround L Sel to AES 1A (L1) Set In 1 Surround R Sel to AES 1B (R1) Set In 1 Surround C Sel = AES 2A (C1) Set In 1 Surround Lfe Sel to AES 2B (S1) Set In 1 Surround Ls Sel to AES 4A (C2) Set In 1 Surround Rs Sel = AES 4B (S2) Set In 1 Stereo L Sel = AES 3A (L2)
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Set In 1 Stereo R Sel = AES 3B (R2)
Go to Audio Configuration > Output Configuration > Virtual Out 1 > Source Select Set Out 1 Dolby Enc Surround Sel to Virtual In 1 Surround 5.1 Set Out 1 Dolby Enc Stereo Sel = Virtual In 1 Stereo
Step 4 - Output the Dolby E stream

1 2 Go to Audio Configuration > Output Router > Embedded > Audio Source Select Set CH1A(G1C1) Source to Dolby Enc 1
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Dolby E (Encoder/Decoder) Mapping

The Dolby E Encoder/Decoder is type free and can be freely mapped to any program configuration. Configure the Encoder/Decoder as Dolby E-5.1+2.0 and then remap the channels as required. Table 5-1 Free Mapping for Dolby Encoder/Decoder
Program Configuration Surround -L Surround -R Surround -C Surround -Lfe Surround -Ls Surround -Rs Stereo-L Stereo-R
5.1+2 5.1+1+1 (5.1+2x1) 4+4 4+2+2 (4+2x2)
L1 L1 L1 L1
R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 M2 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 M2 R1
C1 C1 C1 C1 C1 C1 L3 L3 M3 M4 M3 C1 C1 C1 L3 M3 M4 M3 C1
Lfe1 Lfe1 S1 S1 S1 S1 R3 R3 M4 M5 M4 Lfe1 S1 S1 R3 M4 M5 M4 S1
Ls1 Ls1 C2 L3 M3 M4 L4 M4 M5 M6 M5 Ls1 M5 -
Rs1 Rs1 S2 R3 M4 M5 R4 M5 M6 M7 M6 Rs1 M6 -
L2 M2 L2 L2 L2 M2 L2 L2 L2 M2 M7 L2 M2 L2 L2 M2 -
R2 M3 R2 R2 R2 M3 R2 R2 R2 M3 M8 R2 M3 R2 R2 M3 -
4+2+1+1 (4+2+2x1) L1 4+1+1+1+1 (4+4x1) L1 2+2+2+2 (4x2) 2+2+2+1+1 (3x2+2x1) 2+2+1+1+1+1 (2x2+4x1) 2+1+1+1+1+1+1 (2+6x1) 1+1+1+1+1+1+1+1 (8x1) 5.1 4+2 4+1+1 (4+2x1) 2+2+2 (3x2) 2+2+1+1 (2x2+2x1) L1 L1 L1 L1 M1 L1 L1 L1 L1 L1
2+1+1+1+1 (2+4x1) L1 1+1+1+1+1+1 (6x1) M1 4 L1
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Table 5-1 Free Mapping for Dolby Encoder/Decoder

Program Configuration Surround -L Surround -R Surround -C Surround -Lfe Surround -Ls Surround -Rs Stereo-L Stereo-R
2+2 2+1+1 (2+2x1) 1+1+1+1 (4x1)
L1 L1 M1
R1 R1 M2
M3
M4
L2 M2 -
R2 M3 -
Dolby Digital (AC-3) Decoder

Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital with DownMix are the two available types for Dolby Digital.
The Dolby D Decoder applies line mode processing for dynamic range control and enables dialog normalization. Decoded audio levels are always reduced unless the dialnorm parameter is -31. For example, a program with dialnorm value -25 will be reduced by 6 dB after decoding. It is not recommended to re-encode a Dolby D stream, and accordingly, metadata from a Dolby D stream is not available for downstream processing. You cannot output Dolby D metadata through the serial port, or as a source of MetaSmart. The metadata status of an incoming Dolby stream can be viewed from the Metadata Monitor. If a Dolby decoder is configured, Monitor X Source displays a Decoder X option. Control parameters for Dolby D Decoder are under: Audio Configuration -> Input Configuration -> Virtual In X -> Dolby Decoder.
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Dolby Digital (AC3) Encoder

The Dolby D Encoder follows parameters in external metadata, sourced from the metadata generator, SDI Input, serial port input, MetaSmart or incoming Dolby E. Refer Dolby Metadata Dependencies on page 111 for metadata dependencies. Control parameters for Dolby D Encoder are under: Audio Configuration -> Output Configuration -> Virtual Out X -> Dolby Encoder If the metadata for Dolby D Encoder is supposed to be from "Dolby E Decoder" (Dolby E to Dolby D convertor), it is recommend to route MetaSmart for the Encoder (which provides a feature to manually setting the data rate), instead of routing from Decoder directly.
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Overview
DTS Processing
The following DTS Neural functions are available as options: DTS Neural Surround UpMix on page 55 DTS Neural Surround DownMix on page 57 DTS Neural Surround MultiMerge on page 59 DTS Neural Loudness Control on page 64
DTS Neural Surround UpMix

The DTS Neural Surround UpMix renders any two channel audio source (stereo, matrix encoded stereo, LtRt, or DTS Neural Surround LwRw) as surround sound. The DTS Neural Surround UpMix can simultaneously position individual elements within the surround field, creating high levels of image stability and granularity. The UpMix technology avoids taking artistic license with content by placing audio exactly where it would be heard in a professional LEDE (Live End Dead End) listening environment. For example, mono or pan-pot stereo will image in front of the listener, whereas stereo containing depth information will surround the listener. You can use the DTS Neural Surround UpMix as a stand-alone unit to monitor stereo production, or you can use it in tandem with the DTS Neural Surround DownMix as a complete 5.1 transport solution. Figure 6-1 below shows an UpMix taking a two-channel audio source (stereo, matrix encoded stereo, LtRt or DTS Neural Surround LwRw) and rendering a 5.1 multi-channel mix.
2. 0 input
UpMix processing
5. 1 output
Figure 6-1 Neural Audio UpMix Block Diagram
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DTS Neural UpMix Parameters

Table 6-1 UpMix Parameters Audio Configuration/Surround Processing/Surround Proc x/UpMix Settings Parameter Name Sur Proc x UpMix Status Function Current status of the UpMix processing block. Options Uninitialized Running Failed-function bypassed Failed-output lost Sur Proc x UpMix Preset Recall Select a custom preset to load. Custom 1 Custom 2 Custom 3 Custom 4 Custom 5 Sur Proc x UpMix Latency Sur Proc x UpMix DICE Process Level Sur Proc x UpMix Depth Specifies the latency profile of the up-mix. Specifies the amount of DICE processing to perform. Specifies the amount of front-to-back bias to apply to the standard soundstage. Specifies the amount of narrowing or widening to perform on the front channels. Specifies the wideness of the surround channels. Specifies the low-pass cutoff frequency of the LFE channel in Hz Low Latency High Latency 0 to 100 -100 to 100 Low Latency 50 0 (select preset) Default
Sur Proc x UpMix Front Width
-100 to 100
Sur Proc x UpMix Surround Width Sur Proc x UpMix LFE Cut off Sur Proc x UpMix Final Limiter Ceiling Sur Proc x UpMix Preset Save
0 to 100 60 Hz to 140 Hz
100 80 Hz 0 dBFS (select save)
Specifies the threshold where final -12 dBFS to 0 dBFS limiting on the up-mixed output occurs. Select a preset to save custom settings to. Custom 1 Custom 2 Custom 3 Custom 4 Custom 5
DTS Neural UpMix Presets

You can create and save up to 5 presets with your custom UpMix settings. 1 2 Go to the UpMix Settings screen (Parameters > Surround Processing > UpMix Settings) Define your preferred settings.
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Save your settings to one of the available custom presets (Custom1-Custom5) by selecting it from the Sur Proc x Upmix Preset Save drop down.
To load settings that you saved to a custom preset, select it from the Sur Proc x Upmix Preset Recall drop down. For example, select Custom1 to load UpMix settings saved to that preset.
DTS Neural Surround DownMix

The DTS Neural Surround DownMix enables 5.1 surround sound to be transported through any stereo infrastructure. The DownMix process is based upon the principle that both natural stereo and 5.1 content are two-dimensional; both contain width and depth spatial attributes. The DTS Neural Surround DownMix can represent six channels of discrete audio sources in a stereo downmix by transforming the sources into pure intensity and coherence encoding. By correcting overlaps of the signal sources in intensity, time, coherence, polarity, and phase before the six channels are combined, the DTS Neural Surround DownMix accounts for the problems suffered in traditional matrix encode systemssuch as comb filtering, spatial location distortion, etc. The proprietary Neural Audio watermark process faithfully reproduces surround information when it is rendered by the DTS Neural Surround UpMix or any LtRt system. In brief, the DTS Neural Surround DownMix produces a stereo downmix that accurately represents the original content whether monitored in mono, stereo, matrix or DTS Neural 5.1 Surround Sound.
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Figure 6-2 shows a DownMix taking a multi-channel audio source. The downmix creates two-channel audio source using the Neural Audio approach of embedding a watermark signal within the stereo audio signal patch. The watermark signal contains spatial and steering positioning information. The resulting stereo audio signal is also known as LwRw.
5. 1 input
DownMix processing with watermarking
2. 0 output
Figure 6-2 Neural Audio DownMix Block Diagram
DTS Neural DownMix Parameters

Table 6-2 DownMix parameters Audio Configuration/Surround Processing/Surround Proc x/DownMix Settings Parameter Name Sur Proc x DownMix Status Function Current status of the DownMix processing block. Options Uninitialized Running Failed-function bypassed Failed-output lost Sur Proc x DownMix Preset Recall Select a custom preset to load. Custom 1 Custom 2 Custom 3 Custom 4 Custom 5 Sur Proc x DownMix L/R Encoding Mode Sur Proc x DownMix LFE Cut off Sur Proc x DownMix Final Limiter Ceiling Sur Proc x DownMix Active Correction Sur Proc x DownMix Preset Save Specifies the encoding mode for the left and right channels. Specifies the low-pass cutoff frequency of the LFE channel in Hz. Specifies the threshold where final limiting on the down-mixed output occurs. Specifies correction to the downmix ICLD, ICPD, and spectrum. Select a preset to save custom settings to. Phantom Center Hard Center 60 Hz to 140 Hz -20 dB to 0 dB Phantom Center 80 Hz 0 dB (select preset) Default
No Yes Custom 1 Custom 2 Custom 3 Custom 4 Custom 5
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DTS Neural DownMix Presets

You can create and save upto 5 presets with your custom DownMix settings. 1 2 3 Go to the DownMix Settings screen (Parameters > Surround Processing > DownMix Settings) Define your preferred settings. Save your settings to one of the available custom presets (Custom1- Custom5) by selecting one from the Sur Proc x Downmix Preset Save drop down.
To load settings that you saved to a custom preset, select it from the Sur Proc x Downmix Preset Recall drop down. For example, select Custom1 to load DownMix settings saved to that preset.
DTS Neural Surround MultiMerge

The DTS Neural Surround MultiMerge enables broadcasters to transition from stereo to 5.1 surround sound, providing viewers with a 24/7 surround sound experience. With MultiMerge inline, 5.1 original content is passed unaffected to the viewer while original stereo content is upmixed to a 5.1 surround sound image. This provides the viewer with a consistent surround experience. The transition between 5.1 and stereo occurs seamlessly without the need of operator intervention. By offering a 24/7 5.1 signal, AC3 metadata does not transition between 2/0 and 3/2 mode. This prevents audio clicks, pops, and dropouts. The process also avoids taking artistic license with content by placing audio exactly where it would be heard in a professional LEDE (Live End Dead End) listening environment. For example, mono or pan-pot stereo will image in front of the listener, whereas stereo containing depth information, or LtRt encoding, will surround the listener. You can use MultiMerge in combination with the DTS Neural Surround DownMix device to pass 5.1 through stereo-only facilities and therefore eliminate the need for costly master control upgrades.
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Figure 6-3 shows how the MultiMerge takes a two-channel audio source (stereo, matrix encoded stereo, LtRt or DTS Neural Surround LwRw) and renders a 5.1 multi-channel mix; in combination with taking original multi-channel content and creating a stereo downmixed signal, depending on the input configuration and content source used.
2. 0 input (L , R) 5.1 input (C , LFE , Ls, Rs) 2. 0 input (L , R) UpMix processing or passthru 5. 1 output
DownMix processing with watermarking or passthru
2. 0 output
Figure 6-3 MultiMerge Block Diagram
DTS Neural MultiMerge Parameters

Table 6-3 MultiMerge parameters Audio Configuration/Surround Processing/Surround Proc x/MultiMerge Settings Parameter Name Sur Proc x MultiMerge Status Function Current status of the MultiMerge processing block. Options Uninitialized Running Failed-function bypassed Failed-output lost Sur Proc x MultiMerge Preset Recall Select a custom preset to load. Custom 1 Custom 2 Custom 3 Custom 4 Custom 5 Sur Proc x Detected Input Reports the current input(s) that are included in the output. Mix Multi Stereo Aux (select preset) Default
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Table 6-3 MultiMerge parameters Audio Configuration/Surround Processing/Surround Proc x/MultiMerge Settings Parameter Name Sur Proc x Input Selection Mode Function Specifies how input channels are selected. Mix mixes the auxiliary 2.0 inputs into the multichannel 5.1 inputs. Multi always uses the multichannel 5.1 inputs. Stereo always uses the stereo L/R pair from the multichannel inputs. Aux always uses the auxiliary 2.0 inputs. Multi Detect uses multichannel 5.1 inputs if they are active. If not, the auxiliary 2.0 inputs are used. Stereo Detect uses the stereo L/R pair from the multichannel 5.1 inputs if they are active. If not, the auxiliary 2.0 inputs are used. Aux Detect uses the auxiliary 2.0 inputs if they are active. If not, the multichannel 5.1 inputs are used. Multi Aux Stereo uses multichannel inputs if they are active, or uses the auxiliary inputs if they are active. If neither is active, it uses the stereo L/R pair from the multichannel inputs. Sur Proc x Input Noise Floor Threshold Sur Proc x Input Cross Fade Time Specifies the amount of signal required when detecting active inputs. Specifies the transition time between inputs when switching due to detected level changes. -80 dB to -50 dB 50 ms to 750 ms -60 dB 200 ms Options Mix Multi Stereo Aux Multi Detect Stereo Detect Aux Detect Multi Aux Stereo Default Multi
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Table 6-3 MultiMerge parameters Audio Configuration/Surround Processing/Surround Proc x/MultiMerge Settings Parameter Name Sur Proc x MultiMerge Mode Function Current status of the MultiMerge mode. Auto determines if content is stereo (2.0) or surround (5.1), and adapts to the correct UpMix/Passthrough mode for consistent 5.1 output. When in Auto, the Detect Threshold parameter controls the noise floor level for the detection. Any content above this threshold on the surround channel inputs 3-6 (C, LFE, Ls, Rs) is considered surround and MultiMerge will be in passthrough mode. Passthrough forces MultiMerge to always pass through 5.1 content to the 5.1 outputs untouched, while creating a downmix for the Aux output. UpMix forces MultiMerge to always upmix stereo content on both of the Left/Right 5.1 inputs and the Aux 2.0 inputs. Sur Proc x MultiMerge Latency Specifies the latency profile of the multi-merge. Sur Proc x Noise Floor Threshold Sur Proc x Cross Fade Time Specifies the signal level that must be detected on any. Specifies the transition time between up-mix and passthrough when in auto mode. Specifies the amount of front-to-back bias to apply to the standard soundstage. Specifies the amount of narrowing or widening to perform on the front channels. Specifies the wideness of the surround channels. The cutoff frequency for the generated LFE channel. Specifies the encoding mode for the left and right channels. The cutoff frequency of the input LFE channel. Low Latency High Latency -80 dB to -50 dB 50 ms to 750 ms Low Latency -60 dB 200 ms Options Auto Passthrough Upmix Default Auto
Sur Proc x MultiMerge UpMix Depth Sur Proc x MultiMerge UpMix Front Width Sur Proc x MultiMerge UpMix Surround Width Sur Proc x MultiMerge UpMix LFE Cut off Sur Proc x MultiMerge DownMix Encoding Mode Sur Proc x MultiMerge DownMix LFE Cut off
-100 to 100
-100 to 100
0 to 100 60 Hz to 140 Hz Phantom Center Hard Center 60 Hz to 140 Hz
100 80 Hz Phantom Center 80 Hz
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Table 6-3 MultiMerge parameters Audio Configuration/Surround Processing/Surround Proc x/MultiMerge Settings Parameter Name Sur Proc x Multi Final Limiter Ceiling Sur Proc x Stereo Final Limiter Ceiling Sur Proc x MultiMerge Preset Save Function Specifies the threshold where final limiting on the surround (5.1) output occurs. Specifies the threshold where final limiting on the auxiliary stereo (2.0) output occurs. Select a preset to save custom settings to. Options 20 dBFS to 0 dBFS Default 0
20 dBFS to 0 dBFS
Custom 1 Custom 2 Custom 3 Custom 4 Custom 5
(select save)
DTS Neural MultiMerge Presets

You can create and save upto 5 presets with your custom MultiMerge settings. 1 2 3 Go to the MultiMerge Settings screen (Parameters > Surround Processing > MultiMerge Settings) Define your preferred settings. Save your settings to one of the available custom presets (Custom1- Custom5) by selecting one from the Sur Proc x MultiMerge Preset Save drop down.
To load settings that you saved to a custom preset, select it from the Sur Proc x MultiMerge Preset Recall drop down. For example, select Custom1 to load MultiMerge settings saved to that preset.
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DTS Neural Loudness Control

APM6803+ Neural Loudness Control options manage loudness levels within a specific desired volume range. Advanced psychoacoustic and signal processing techniques detect and regulate the perceived loudness of stereo and 5.1 sources, for example to maintain audio perceived loudness between programming and commercials. Neural Audios perceptual loudness measurement tool treats each audio channel (L, R, C, LFE, Ls, and/or Rs) as a separate mono channel. The tool accounts for spectral and density differences and temporal overlaps in modelling how the human ear perceives the loudness of the audio content. DTS Neural loudness measurement accommodates both stereo and multi-channel audio equally well. After measurement, DTS Neural Loudness Control applies gain or attenuation to achieve the target loudness level (Dial Norm) while preserving the spectral balance of the original signal. It adapts the frequency response of the low and high frequencies to compensate for level differences within the original signal. You can use DTS Neural Loudness Control in the following roles: Protectiononly affecting content that falls aggressively outside the desired target Managementtightly controlling loudness to guarantee intelligibility without the distracting side effects of traditional volume management solutions Note: Because of the single function nature of APM6803+ modules, default settings provide an optimal configuration for the normal audio situation. Also see, How Loudness Control works on page 69.
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DTS Neural Loudness Control Parameters

Table 6-4 Loudness Control Parameters Audio Configuration/Output Configuration/Audio Out x /Loudness Control/Loudness Control Settings Parameter Name LC x Preset Recall Function Selects a Loudness Control preset. Options (select preset) DTS Neural-Ultra Light DTS Neural-Light DTS Neural-Medium DTS Neural-Aggressive BS.1770-Ultra Light BS.1770-Light BS.1770-Medium BS.1770-Aggressive Bypass Custom1 Custom2 Custom3 Custom4 Custom5 Always On Bypass On Alarm Only Enabled Bypassed NLM LEQ 1770 Fixed Follow MetaSmart 1 Follow MetaSmart 2 LC x Target Loudness Fixed Level The target perceived loudness level in dBFS. Typically this would be set similarly to the Dial Norm/Dialog Level setting as found in an AC-3/Dolby E stream.A value of zero disables (bypasses) loudness control. Specifies the Loudness control target level. -40 dBEq to 0 dBEq -27 dBEq Fixed LEQ 1770 Enabled Default (select preset)
LC x Control
Indicates whether or not to bypass the loudness control algorithm and this CODEC will behave as a delay only. Indicates whether or not bypass the loudness control algorithm and this CODEC will behave as a delay only. Specifies the type of loudness measurement to make prior to performing loudness control. Selects the source of target Loudness Level. See Using MetaSmart.
Always On
LC x Control Feedback
LC x Loudness Measurement Type LC x Target Loudness Level Source
LC x Target Loudness Level Feedback
-40 dBEq to 0 dBEq
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Table 6-4 Loudness Control Parameters Audio Configuration/Output Configuration/Audio Out x /Loudness Control/Loudness Control Settings Parameter Name LC x Ratio Function Controls the amount of gain or attenuation that is applied when loudness differences are measured. For example: A setting of 1.00 indicates that for every dB of loudness difference measured between the input signal and the target level, 1 dB of gain or attenuation will be applied. For example, a setting of 0.50 indicates that for every dB of loudness difference measured between the input signal and the target level, 0.5 dB of gain or attenuation will be applied. LC x Upper Threshold Represents the allowable distance above the Target Level the input signal can range before attenuation. If an input signal falls between the Upper Thresh and the Lower Thresh in reference to the Target Level, no correction will be applied. For example: A setting of +4dB indicates that audio content can range 4 dB above the Target Level before attenuation is applied. Content arriving louder than 4 dB above the Target will be appropriately attenuated. -27 dBFS (Target) + 4 dBFS (Upper Thresh) = -23 dBFS (Upper Thresh Value) For example: A setting of 0 dB indicates that attenuation will be applied to any input signal exceeding the Target Level. 0 dB to 20 dB 0 dB Options 0.00 to 1.00 Default 0.98
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Table 6-4 Loudness Control Parameters Audio Configuration/Output Configuration/Audio Out x /Loudness Control/Loudness Control Settings Parameter Name LC x Lower Threshold Function The Lower Threshold parameter represents the distance below the Target Level the input signal can range before gain is applied. If an input signal falls between the Upper Thresh and the Lower Thresh in reference to the Target Level, no correction will be applied. For example: A setting of -5 dB indicates that audio content can range 5 dB below the target level before gain is applied. Content arriving quieter than 5 dB below the Target will be appropriately raised. -27 dBFS (Target) + -5 dBFS (Lower Thresh) = -31 dBFS (Lower Thresh Value) For example: A setting of 0 indicates that gain will be applied to any input signal falling below the Target Level. LC x Upper Alarm Threshold LC x Lower Alarm Threshold LC x Upper Warning Threshold Specifies the Loudness control Upper Alarm Threshold. Specifies the Loudness control Lower Alarm Threshold. Represents the allowable distance above the Target Level the input signal would not trigger a warning alarm. The value of this parameter is always no bigger than Upper Threshold. Represents the allowable distance below the Target Level the input signal would not trigger a warning alarm. The absolute value of this parameter is always no bigger than Lower Threshold. 0 dB to 20 dB -20 dB to 0 dB 0 to 20 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB Options -20 dB to 0 dB Default 0 dB
LC x Lower Warning Threshold
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Table 6-4 Loudness Control Parameters Audio Configuration/Output Configuration/Audio Out x /Loudness Control/Loudness Control Settings Parameter Name LC x Freeze Window Function Sets the size of a window in dB where small loudness differences that fall within this window are deemed allowable. When loudness differences fall outside of this allowable window then appropriate gain or attenuation is applied to control loudness. The Freeze Window parameter can be effectively used to limit the amount of small range gain variability. For example: A window setting of 4 dB indicates that when the loudness level is measuring within 2 dB of the target level that no further correction is required. When the loudness level becomes further than 2 dB from the target level then appropriate gain or attenuation is applied. LC x Noise Floor Prevents increasing the noise floor level. Input signals below the threshold are considered too low and are not managed by the loudness processing to avoid bringing up the noise level. Input signals above the Noise Floor are considered valid and are managed by the loudness processing. Controls how quickly the processing will respond to sharp onsets in loudness level. Note: A compressor is present after the attack time processing to catch any short-term loudness peaks which may pass through. Controls how quickly the processing will respond to sharp drops in loudness level. A compressor is present to catch any short-term loudness peaks which aren't fully captured by the attack time processing of Loudness Control. The compressor threshold parameter is set as the allowable short-term peak above the Target Level. -80 dBEq to -20 dBEq -55 dBEq Options 0.0 to 10.0 Default 2.0
LC x Attack Time
5 ms to 150 ms
50 ms
LC x Release Time
20 ms to 500 ms
150 ms
LC x Compressor Threshold
0 dB to 16 dB
5 dB
LC x Compressor Ratio
0.00 to 1.00 Controls the amount of attenuation that is applied when short-term peaks exceed the compressor threshold. See the Ratio parameter for further detail.
0.50
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Table 6-4 Loudness Control Parameters Audio Configuration/Output Configuration/Audio Out x /Loudness Control/Loudness Control Settings Parameter Name LC x Shaping Function Specifies the amount of loudness shaping desired. A value of zero is no loudness shaping. A final limiter is present to control the absolute waveform peak level for the stereo output. This parameter controls the output peak level in dBFS. A value of zero disables limiter. Activates real-time meter values in the status output. Indicates whether or not final limiters be applied according to the value of FinalLimiterCeiling_dBFS. Selects to save the current LC setting. Options 0 to 10 Default 0
LC x Final Limiter Ceiling
-20 dBFS to 0 dBFS
0 dBFS
LC x Metering LC x Run Final Limiters
Disabled Enabled No Yes (select save) Custom1 Custom2 Custom3 Custom4 Custom5
Enabled
LC x Preset Save
(select save)
How Loudness Control works

The APM6803+ allows you to define virtual streams and Loudness Control can be enabled or disabled for a stream when defining the virtual output. Once enabled, Loudness Control can be configured as follows: 1 2 Go to the relevant output channel on which you want to enable loudness control Parameters > Audio Configuration > Virtual Out 1-4 > Loudness Control Set the LC Control Mode to Always On: LC correction is always enabled (depending on the incoming audio level and Loudness Upper Threshold and Loudness Lower Threshold settings). Bypassed: LC correction is never applied and is only used for monitoring input streams. On Alarm Only: LC correction gets enabled when the alarm LC Alarm Level is triggered. Otherwise, LC correction is bypassed. 3 4 Set the Loudness Measurement Type to either LEQ1770 or NLM. Define a Target Loudness Level Source (between -40 and 0 dBEq). Fixed: Set a fixed target level value (-40 to 0) Follow MetaSmart: Set the target level dynamically according the dialnorm value from MetaSmart.See Using MetaSmart for details. 5 Set the Loudness Control Ratio. This is the amount of gain or attenuation applied when loudness differences are measured. When set to 1.00, 1 dB of gain/attenuation will be applied for every dB of loudness difference between the input signal and target level.
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Set the Loudness Upper Threshold. This parameter represents the allowable distance the input signal can range above the Target Level before attenuation. If an input signal falls between the Upper and Lower Threshold in reference to the Target Level, no correction will be applied. For instance, if Target Level is -20 dBFS, Upper Threshold is 12 dBFS, anything over -8 dBFS will have attenuation applied.
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Similarly, set the Loudness Lower Threshold. Set the Upper Alarm Threshold If the long-term loudness average level In Average Loudness falls between the Upper and Lower Alarm thresholds in reference to the Target Level, the alarm LC Alarm Level is not triggered. Otherwise, the alarm is triggered (also affected by the trigger time) and it automatically controls the loudness control working mode if LC Control Mode is set as On Alarm Only. (Also see Loudness Protection)
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Similarly, set the Lower Alarm Threshold Set the Upper Warning Threshold (0-20). This is the allowable (relative) distance between the Target Level and Upper Threshold and this range will not trigger a warning alarm. For instance, if Target Level is 20 dBFS, Upper Threshold is 12 dBFS, and Upper Warning Threshold is 6 dBFS - anything over 32 dBFS will have attenuation applied; anything between 26-32 dBFS will trigger an alarm, but no correction will be applied. (Also see Loudness Protection)
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Similarly, set the Lower Warning Threshold. Set the Freeze Window This is a window size between 0 and 10 dB where small loudness differences are allowed. Anything outside this window has gain/attenuation applied.
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Set the Noise Floor to control the lowest input level where audio correction can still be applied. Set the Attack time to control how quickly processing responds to sharp onsets in loudness levels. Set the Release Time to control how quickly processing responds to sharp drops in loudness levels. Set the Compressor Threshold to detect and allow short term loudness peaks. Set the Compressor Ratio to control the attenuation applied to short peaks that exceed the Compressor Threshold. Set the Loudness Shaping. Set the Output Limiter Threshold. Set the Metering.
Loudness Protection
The APM6803+ can provide certain warnings and alarms to indicate to the user that the incoming loudness exceeds pre-defined thresholds. This is particularly useful when using a GPI and automation to change the loudness control profile dynamically. The idea is to warn the user that the incoming loudness has been consistently low or high for an extended period, and that enabling loudness correction may be desired.
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The first step is to average the incoming loudness on any Virtual Output that has Loudness Control enabled. The user specifies an averaging window size, and the APM6803+ will use it to average the loudness of the audio going into the Loudness Control block. This average is then sent to a series of alarms that have trigger and clear times. Two sets are provided, one to act as a warning, and the other to act as an alarm condition. The alarm condition has the added benefit that it can also trigger a loudness control preset.
Upper Alarm Threshold Upper Warning Threshold
Target Level
Lower Warning Threshold Lower Alarm Threshold
By setting appropriate warning and alarm upper and lower thresholds, the APM6803+ can provide additional information to help protect against excessive loudness when very light or no real time correction is being applied. In addition, it can take action automatically and turn on a more aggressive loudness correction profile. Care must be taken to ensure the clear time in this case is longer than the trigger time in order to create hysteresis in the system, such that the system does not continuously enable and disable real time loudness correction. The clear time should provide sufficient time for a user to investigate and either keep the loudness correction profile or manually revert to another profile.
Loudness Control Status

Each of the 4 available Virtual Outputs have an associated Loudness Control Status category that measures and provides status on loudness.
Each Loudness Control Status category (Loudness Control 1-4 Status) contains 4 groups (Group 1-4 LC Status) - each group displays status for one audio channel (one group for stereo, one for surround etc). The last two groups are not currently used (will be used for Dolby).
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Status is displayed in groups as follows: Table 6-5 Loudness Control Status Groups Virtual Output Type Surround 5.1 Surround 5.1+2.0 Audio Channel Assigned Status Group 5.1 5.1 2.0 Stereo 2.0 Group 1 LC Status Group 1 LC Status Group 2 LC Status Group 1 LC Status
For example, if Virtual Out 1 is Surround 5.1+2.0 with loudness enabled, Loudness Control 1 Status provides the following: Group 1 LC Status displays information for the 5.1 Surround audio Group 2 LC Status displays information for the 2.0 stereo audio. Groups 3 and 4 LC Status will be disabled.
Group Status Information

Each loudness control group provides the following status: LC Grp Status: Current loudness control status Uninitialized indicates that loudness has not been enabled for that virtual output Running indicates that loudness has been enabled Failed-function bypassed / Failed-output lost - Errors LC Grp In Average Loudness: Average input loudness measurement. The window size is set by the LC Average Window parameter (Parameters > Audio Status > Loudness Control status).
LC Grp Input Loudness: The input loudness measurement LC Grp Input Peak: Input peak measurement LC Grp Output Loudness: Output loudness measurement LC Grp Output Peak: Output peak measurement LC1 Grp1 Correction: Correction (attenuation/gain) actively applied LC1 Grp1 Compression: Compression actively applied
Loudness Control Presets

Loudness Control has the following presets: Four DTS presets (DTS Neural-Ultra Light, DTS Neural-Light, DTS Neural-Medium, DTS Neural-Aggressive)
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Four 1770 presets (BS.1770-Ultra Light, BS.1770-Light, BS.1770-Medium, BS.1770-Aggressive) Five Custom presets are also available. The DTS and 1770 presets do not affect the target loudness level or the target loudness level source - you need to use Custom presets to change those settings. Note that in cases where you choose to use custom presets to control general loudness control settings, target level and target level source are also changed. The following is a list of loudness control parameters affected by DTS/1770 and custom presets. Table 6-6 Loudness Control parameters affected by presets LC Parameter Preset DTS/1770 Preset Used Custom Preset Used Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
LC Loudness Measurement Type Yes LC Target Loudness Fixed Level LC Target Ratio LC Upper Threshold LC Lower Threshold LC Freeze Window LC Noise Floor LC Attack Time LC Release Time LC Compressor Threshold LC Compressor Ratio LC Shaping LC Final Limiter Ceiling LC Metering LC Control (Bypass) Upper Alarm Threshold Lower Alarm Threshold Upper Warning Threshold Lower Warning Threshold Target Loudness Level Source No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No No
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Key Parameters
This chapter explains some of the key parameter settings in detail. Audio Processing Input Audio Rate Sample Rate Convert (SRC) Control Group (1-4) Deembedding Control Audio Synchronization Audio V-Fade ADS Clean Parameter Audio Embedding Modes Audio Embedding Errors Audio Test Tones Audio Delay Ranges EAS Control Channel Word Length Stereo Mixing Voice Over Functionality Video Processing Video Frame Synchronization Video Delay Ranges Auto Match Audio/Video Delay Audio/Video Align AFD/WSS/VI Detection and Insertion Thumbnail Display Fast Video Switch GPI Configuration GPI Input Configuration GPI Output Configuration Note: To locate specific parameter settings referenced in this chapter, access your APM6803+ through a web browser or CCS Navigator and then go to the specified location.
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Chapter 7 Key Parameters
Audio Processing
Input Audio Rate
When embedding audio in PCM mode CH1A(G1C1) to CH8B(G4C4), the input audio sample rate may be from 32 kHz to 108 kHz. This input audio is sample rate converted to 48 kHz prior to embedding in the video signal; as well, the embedder indicates 48 kHz in the Rate word of the audio control packet for each embedded audio group. When embedding audio in Non-PCM mode AES 1A to 8B, the input audio sample rate must be 48 kHz, and it must be frequency locked to the source video. In this scenario, the sample rate conversion function is bypassed and the embedder indicates 48 kHz in the Rate word of the audio control packet for each embedded audio group.
Sample Rate Convert (SRC) Control

Parameters > Audio Status > Embedded > Sample Rate Conversion
The APM6803+ has a set of parameters to control the SRC (Sample Rate Convert) chips. The APM6803+ employs 16 SRC for each audio pair from SDI (8 pairs) and AES input (8 pairs). In auto mode, the module monitors audio format, the v bit of each channel, as well as the nPCM bit packed in the C bit stream. If a Dolby stream is detected, or the v bit is asserted or a non-PCM stream is detected in either channel of one audio pair, the relevant SRC is automatically set to bypass mode.
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Group (1-4) Deembedding Control

Parameters > Audio Configuration > Input Configuration > Audio De-Embedder
The following table describes options for Group (14) Deembedding Control. Table 7-1 Deembedding Control Options Item Repeat Mute Description Upon detection of a de-embedding error, the de-embedder repeats the last good AES sample. Upon detection of a de-embedding error, the de-embedder mutes the current outgoing AES sample.
Audio Synchronization
Parameters > Audio Configuration
By default, APM6803+ synchronizes de-embedded or AES input audio with timing information from the video frame synchronizer prior to re-embedding the audio. You can set the Audio LOV Output Mode parameter so that the audio is either passed or muted in the event of loss of video.
Audio V-Fade
To enable a smooth deembedded audio V-fade transition when switching video sources, make the following settings: Set the Audio V-Fade parameter to Enable. Set the Audio LOV Output Mode parameter to Mute. Set the ADS Clean parameter to Yes.
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Note: For proper operation in this mode, set the user delay parameters for all audio channels to the same value.
ADS Clean Parameter

Depending on the setting of the ADS Clean parameter, the Audio Group (14) Embedding Mode parameters have different options. Table 7-2 ADS Clean Parameter ADS Clean State Yes No Audio Group (14) Embedding Mode Options Off Append Off Append OverWrt Auto
Audio Embedding Modes

Parameters > Audio Configuration > Output Router > Embedded
The audio embedder component in the APM6803+ is composed of several smaller subcomponent blocks: One ancillary data stripper (ADS) - This block removes all ancillary data packets in the input SDI stream, prior to embedding. Four audio embedding subcomponents - Each subcomponent has the ability to operate on only one audio group, either appending or overwriting a predetermined group onto the SDI stream.
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The audio embedding modes are Append, OverWrt, and Auto available from the Audio Group (14) Emb Mode parameter. Table 7-3 Embedding Mode Options Options Append Description Attempts to insert the audio data and control packets immediately following the last existing audio data/control packet in the horizontal ancillary region (see Append Embedding on page 79) Attempts to overwrite existing audio data and control packets of the same group number with the new audio data (see Overwrite Embedding on page 81) Attempts first to overwrite existing audio data and control packets of the same audio group number; failing that, it appends the new audio data and control packets immediately following the last existing audio data/control packet.
OverWrt
Auto
Append Embedding
When you select Append embedding, the APM6803+ attempts to insert the audio data and control packets immediately following the last existing data/control packet in the horizontal ancillary data space (ADS). Append embedding is only valid if the audio group to be embedded does not already exist. Figure 7-1 shows how append embedding appears in the ancillary data space when there is no previous audio or other data.
ADS before embedding

EAV
ADS after embedding group 1

EAV Group 1
Figure 7-1 In Append Embedding Mode, Adding Group 1 When No Other Data is Present When auxiliary data exists in the ancillary data space, appended audio appears following that data, as shown in Figure 7-2.

EAV
Other Other auxilliary data auxilliary data B A

EAV
Other Other auxilliary data auxilliary data B A
Group 1
Figure 7-2 In Append Embedding Mode, Adding Group 1 When Auxiliary Data is Present
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If you attempt to insert audio into Group 1 when Group 1 audio data already exists in the ancillary data space, an error is returned, as shown in Figure 7-3.

EAV Pre-existing Group 1
ADS after attempting to embed group 1

Pre-existing Group 1 Result: Error is returned EAV
Figure 7-3 Append Embedding Mode When Adding Group 1 and a Group 1 Already Exists If you insert Group 2 audio when there is pre-existing Group 1 audio in the ancillary data space and no Group 2 audio, the Group 2 audio is inserted following the Group 1 audio, as shown in Figure 7-4.

EAV Group 1

EAV Group 1 Group 2
Figure 7-4 Append Embedding Mode, Adding Group 2 Following Group 1 If you insert Group 1 audio when there is pre-existing Group 2 audio in the ancillary data space and no Group 1 audio, the Group 1 audio is inserted following the Group 2 audio, as shown in Figure 7-5.

EAV Group 2

EAV Group 2 Group 1
Figure 7-5 Append Embedding Mode, Adding Group 2 Following Group 1 An audio group cannot be divided. In Append embedding, the audio group is always added following the last block in the ADS. If there is not enough room to append the audio group following the last block of auxiliary data or audio in the ADS, the attempt results in an error, as shown in Figure 7-6.
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EAV
Other auxillary data Other auxillary data Other auxillary data

EAV
Other auxillary data Other auxillary data Other auxillary data
Result: Error is returned

Figure 7-6 Append Embedding Mode Returns Error When Auxiliary Data Exists in all Audio Groups
Overwrite Embedding
When you select Overwrite embedding, the module attempts to overwrite any existing audio data and control packets of the same group number with the new audio data. This setting is valid only if the audio group to be embedded already exists. If the new sample distribution does not exactly match the existing audio data packet sample distribution, the embedder marks some audio data packets for deletion (DID word is set to 180h). To avoid sample distribution issues, activate the ADS Clean feature (see Channel Word Length on page 83). When you attempt Overwrite embedding and there is no previous audio (as in Figure 7-7), it returns an error because there is nothing to overwrite.

EAV

EAV Result: Error is returned
Figure 7-7 Overwrite Embedding Mode When There is No Pre-existing Audio Figure 7-8 shows how overwrite embedding appears in the ancillary data space when there is auxiliary data where Group 1 should be inserted.

EAV
other auxilliary data
other auxilliary data

EAV
other other auxilliary data auxilliary data
Result: Error is returned
Figure 7-8 Overwrite Embedding Mode When There is Auxiliary Data on Group 1
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Figure 7-9 shows how overwrite embedding appears in the ancillary data space when there is pre-existing Group 1 audio. This operation is successful.

EAV
Pre-existing Group 1
ADS after embedding group 1 (with overwrite group specified as Group 1)

EAV
Group 1
Figure 7-9 Overwrite Embedding Mode When There is Group 1 Audio in the Group 1 Space
Audio Embedding Errors

Table 7-4 describes Group (14) Append Embedding Error and Group (14) Overwrite Embed Error audio embedding errors. Table 7-4 Audio Embedding Error Descriptions Error Group (14) Append Embedding Error Description This error occurs if the embedder is set to Append mode for a particular audio group, but that audio group already exists in the incoming SDI signal. In this case, the embedder does not embed another audio data and control packet of the same audio group, as this results in incorrect audio sample distribution. Group (14) Overwrite Embed Error This error occurs if the embedder is set to Overwrite mode for a particular audio group, but that audio group does not exist in the incoming SDI signal.
To avoid embedding errors, follow these guidelines: Set the embedding mode to Auto. If the group is present, it will be overwritten; if it is not present, it will be appended. The overwrite and append errors are actually warnings that the operation is not being performed. In SD-SDI mode, do not overwrite embedded groups of 20-bit audio samples with groups of 24-bit audio samples. The required extended data packet information appended to that group may overwrite a pre-existing audio group. For 24-bit audio embedding, use the ADS Clean feature provided.
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Audio Test Tones Input Tones

Parameters > Audio Configuration > Input Configuration > Virtual In 1-8 > Source Select
Table 7-5 describes the frequency and levels of each audio input test tone, available as a selection from each of the Virtual In (18) Source Select parameters. Table 7-5 Audio In Test Tones Test Tone Test Tone 1 Test Tone 2 Test Tone 3 Test Tone 4 Frequency 400 Hz 1 kHz 2 kHz 4 kHz Level -18 dBFS (Fixed) -18 dBFS (Fixed) -18 dBFS (Fixed) -18 dBFS (Fixed)
Output Tones
Parameters > Audio Configuration > Output Router > Output Tone Audio Gain
Table 7-6 describes the frequency and levels of each audio output test tone, available as a selection from Output Tone Audio. Table 7-6 Audio Out Test Tones Test Tone Test Tone 1 Test Tone 2 Test Tone 3 Test Tone 4 Frequency 400 Hz 1 kHz 2 kHz 4 kHz Level -36 dBFS to 0 dBFS -36 dBFS to 0 dBFS -36 dBFS to 0 dBFS -36 dBFS to 0 dBFS
You can select the tone as an output audio source

Parameters > Audio Configuration > Output Router > Embedded/AES > Audio Source Select
Audio Delay Ranges

Parameters > Audio Configuration > Input Configuration > Virtual In 1-8 > Audio Delay
Each channel can be delayed from 0.000 to 1320.000 ms.
Channel Word Length

Parameters > Output Router > Embedded /AES > Audio Word Length
When the incoming video is 3G or 1.5G HD-SDI, the default value for all Audio Ch XX-XX Word Length parameters is 24 bits.
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When the incoming video is SD-SDI, the default value is 20 bits. However, if at least one channel is set to 24 bits, the corresponding embedder enables 24 bit embedding. When the output is sourced from Dolby E Encoder with bit depth 20 bits, Word Lengths 16 bits option is not available.
Dialnorm Translator
The APM6803+ provides a unique way to correct audio levels with dynamic DC-gain control. Parameters to control this are available under Audio Configuration > Output Configuration > Virtual Out X > Gain.
Correcting Audio Levels in a Dolby-E stream

The following example demonstrated dynamic correction of a Dolby E audio value to a fixed level (-27 dB) and how to update the dialnorm parameter at the same time. Step 1 - Audio Path Configuration Step 2 - MetaSmart Configuration Step 3 - Dialnorm Translator Configuration
Step 1 - Audio Path Configuration

1 2 3 4 Go to Audio Configuration > Input Configuration > Virtual In 1 Set Virtual In 1 Type to Dolby E5.1+2.0 Go to Audio Configuration > Input Configuration > Virtual In 1 > Source Select Set In 1 Dolby Dec Sel to AES 1A/1B Go to Audio Configuration > Output Configuration > Virtual Out 1 Set Virtual Out 1 Type to Dolby E5.1+2.0 Go to Audio Configuration > Output Configuration > Virtual Out 1 > Source Select Set Out 1 Dolby Enc Surround to Virtual In 1 Surround 5.1 Set Out 1 Dolby Enc Stereo Sel to Virtual In 1 Stereo 5 Go to Audio Configuration > Output Router > AES > Audio Source Select Set AES Set 1A Source to Dolby Enc 1
Step 2 - MetaSmart Configuration

1 Go to Audio Metadata > MetaSmart > MetaSmart 1 Configuration Set MetaSmart 1 Primary Source to Decoder 1 Set MetaSmart 1 Fixed Dialnorm Level to -27 2 Go to Audio Configuration > Output Configuration > Virtual Out 1 > Dolby Encoder Set Dolby Encoder 1 Metadata Source to MetaSmart 1
Step 3 - Dialnorm Translator Configuration

1 Go to Audio Configuration > Output Configuration > Virtual Out 1 > Gain Set Dialnorm translator Enable to Enabled Set Dialnorm translator Source to Follow MetaSmart 1
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EAS Control
Note: EAS is an Emergency Alert System used in North America to send emergency information via a single AES stream (stereo) that replaces the audio. EAS control is a high priority control feature that has the ability to replace any audio stream with an EAS source when both the Virtual In 8 "EAS Source Enable" and the Virtual Out "Out x Allow EAS Source Override" parameters are enabled. The audio channels that become active when this feature is enabled are mapped according to Table 7-7. Virtual In 8 is the only available EAS input source path (Audio Configuration > Input Configuration >Virtual In 8). A special parameter EAS Source Enable becomes visible when the Virtual In 8 type is set to either Mono or Stereo.
Note that activation of this EAS control feature does not make the APM6803+ generate an EAS protocol compliant signal (EAS Encoder) nor detect a valid EAS Input signal per FCC Part 11 (EAS). You have to manually select the EAS source signal for activation, routing, and embedding.
EAS
Program In (Virtual In 1-4) Gain EAS (Virtual In 8) Delay Gain
bypass bypass
LC
Dolby Encoder
Program Out (Virtual Out 1-4)
Out x Allow EAS Override
* Dolby Encoder available only for Out 1 & Out 2
Once EAS is enabled, you can choose if one or all of the Virtual Outs are switched to the EAS audio stream. Each of the Virtual Outs have an Out x Allow EAS Source Override parameter. When EAS is disabled, the original sources take effect.
Table 7-7 EAS mapping Virtual Out Type Surround 5.1 Original Audio
Sur-L Sur-R Sur-C Sur-Lfe Sur-Ls Sur-Rs
Replaced by EAS (Stereo)

EAS-L EAS-R mute mute mute mute
Replaced by EAS (Mono)

mute mute EAS mute mute mute
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Table 7-7 EAS mapping Virtual Out Type Surround 5.1+2.0 Original Audio
Sur-L Sur-R Sur-C Sur-Lfe Sur-Ls Sur-Rs Ste-L Ste-R
Replaced by EAS (Stereo)

EAS-L EAS-R mute mute mute mute EAS-L EAS-R EAS-L EAS-R EAS-L EAS-L EAS-R mute mute mute mute EAS-L EAS-R mute mute mute mute EAS-L EAS-R EAS-L, EAS-R EAS-L, EAS-R EAS-L, EAS-R EAS-L, EAS-R EAS-L EAS-R mute mute mute mute
Replaced by EAS (Mono)

mute mute EAS mute mute mute EAS EAS EAS EAS EAS mute mute EAS mute mute mute mute mute EAS mute mute mute EAS EAS EAS, EAS EAS, EAS EAS, EAS EAS, EAS mute mute EAS mute mute mute
Stereo Mono
Ste-L Ste-R Mono Sur-R Sur-C Sur-Lfe Sur-Ls Sur-Rs
Dolby E 5.1 Encoder Sur-L
Dolby E 5.1+2.0 Encoder
Sur-L Sur-R Sur-C Sur-Lfe Sur-Ls Sur-Rs Ste-L Ste-R
Dolby E 2.0x4 Encoder
Ste1-L, Ste1-R Ste2-L, Ste2-R Ste3-L, Ste3-R Ste4-L, Ste4-R
Dolby Digital Encoder
Sur-L Sur-R Sur-C Sur-Lfe Sur-Ls Sur-Rs
Gain, Delay, and Phase Invert set for Virtual In 8 will also be effective on the EAS audio stream. Loudness Control, Gain, and Phase Invert for Virtual Out are also effective when EAS is enabled. In the Output router, if an audio tone or mute is selected as the source of embedded or AES audio, it is not replaced by EAS. If Dolby is passed out, its content is not replaced by EAS.
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Stereo Mixing
The Stereo channel can be mixed into a single mono channel by doing the following: 1 2 3 4 Configure one Virtual In Type as either Stereo or Surround 5.1+2.0 Configure one Virtual Out Type as Mono Set the source (Source Select) of the Mono to Virtual In x Stereo L+R. Route the Mono channel to output (Output Router).
V-bit & Non-PCM Auto Correction

The APM6803+ provides a user friendly way to automatically correct V-bit & Non-PCM bit in an incoming Dolby stream. Parameters to control this are under: Audio Configuration > Output Router > Embedded > Audio V Bit Audio Configuration > Output Router > AES > Audio V Bit Audio Configuration > Output Router > Embedded > Audio Non-PCM Bit Audio Configuration > Output Router > AES > Audio Non-PCM Bit Four options are available, and the functionality is described in the following table. Note: To correctly run the Auto Correction function, the audio stream must go through s stereo-to-stereo path (as shown in Case 1). Table 7-8
Case 1 Pass through Stereo Virtual Out 1 Type = Stereo Virtual In 1 Type = Stereo In 1 Stereo L <= AES 2A (IN) In 1 Stereo R <= AES 2B (IN) Virtual Out 1 <= Virtual In 1 AES1a Source <=Virtual Out 1 Stereo L AES1b Source <=Virtual Out 1 Stereo R Auto Bypass Bypass V-bit & Non-PCM bit of In AES2 to Out AES1 If In AES2 is Dolby, set V-bit & Non-PCM bit of Out AES1 to 1. Otherwise, bypass V-bit & Non-PCM bit of In AES2 to Out AES1. Set Clear Force to set V-bit & Non-PCM bit of Out AES1 to 1 (DATA). Force to clear V-bit & Non-PCM bit of Out AES1 to 0 (PCM). Force to set V-bit & Non-PCM bit of Out AES1 to 1 (DATA). Force to clear V-bit & Non-PCM bit of Out AES1 to 0 (PCM). Force to set V-bit & Non-PCM bit of Out AES1 to 1 (DATA). Force to clear V-bit & Non-PCM bit of Out AES1 to 0 (PCM). Case 2 Pass through Surround Case 3 Generate on-board Dolby
Virtual Out 1 Type = Surround 5.1 AES1a Source <= Dolby Enc 1 Virtual In 1 Type = Surround 5.1 AES1b Source <= Dolby Enc 1 In 1 Surround L <= AES 2A (IN) In 1 Surround R <= AES 2B (IN) Virtual Out 1 <= Virtual In 1 AES1a Source <=Virtual Out 1 Surround L AES1b Source <=Virtual Out 1 Surround R Force to clear V-bit & Non-PCM bit of Out AES1 to 0 (PCM). Force to clear V-bit & Non-PCM bit of Out AES1 to 0 (PCM). Set V-bit & Non-PCM bit of Out AES1 to 1 (DATA) automatically due to Dolby type. Set V-bit & Non-PCM bit of Out AES1 to 1 (DATA) automatically due to Dolby type.
Auto Correction
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Voice Over Functionality

The APM6803+ provides Voice Over functionality and allows mixing audio programs with dedicated Voice channels. Voice Over functionality takes place at the Virtual Input level, and differs from EAS which takes place at the Virtual Output level.
Voice Over
Program In (Virtual In 1-6)
Delay
Gain
Duck Gain Program Out (Virtual Out 1-6)
Mixing
Voice (Virtual In 7)
Delay
Gain In x Allow VoiceOver Override
Virtual In 7 (Parameters > Audio Configuration > Input Configuration > Virtual In 7) is supported for configuration as the Voice channel, either in Stereo type (Virtual In 7 Type = Stereo) or Mono (Virtual In 7 Type = Mono) type.
Voice Over functionality is available for Virtual In 1 to Virtual In 6. When the Virtual In Type is Dolby, the decoded PCM channels are mixed with voice channels.
Voice Over Configuration

To configure voice over: Go to Audio Configuration > Input Configuration > Virtual In x > Source Select Set In X Allow VoiceOver Override to Yes to allow audio channel mixing In case of Virtual In 7, set the Voice Over Enable to Enabled Set the Voice Over Duck Gain which is the attenuated gain of original audio programs when Voice Over is enabled.
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Table 7-9 Voice over mixing Virtual In Type Surround 5.1 Mixed with Voice Over (Stereo)
Sur-L + VO-L Sur-R + VO-R Sur-C, Sur-Lfe Sur-Ls Sur-Rs
Mixed with Voice Over (Mono)

Sur-L Sur-R Sur-C + VO Sur-Lfe Sur-Ls Sur-Rs Sur-L Sur-R Sur-C + VO Sur-Lfe Sur-Ls Sur-Rs Ste-L + VO Ste-R + VO Ste-L + VO Ste-R + VO Mono + VO Sur-L Sur-R Sur-C + VO Sur-Lfe Sur-Ls Sur-Rs Sur-L Sur-R Sur-C + VO Sur-Lfe Sur-Ls Sur-Rs Ste-L + VO Ste-R + VO Ste1-L + VO, Ste1-R + VO Ste2-L + VO, Ste2-R + VO Ste3-L + VO, Ste3-R + VO Ste4-L + VO, Ste4-R + VO
Surround 5.1+2.0
Sur-L + VO-L Sur-R + VO-R Sur-C Sur-Lfe Sur-Ls Sur-Rs Ste-L + VO-L Ste-R + VO-R
Stereo Mono Dolby E 5.1 Decoder
Ste-L + VO-L Ste-R + VO-R Mono + VO-L Sur-L + VO-L Sur-R + VO-R Sur-C Sur-Lfe Sur-Ls Sur-Rs
Dolby E 5.1+2.0 Decoder
Sur-L + VO-L Sur-R + VO-R Sur-C Sur-Lfe Sur-Ls Sur-Rs Ste-L + VO-L Ste-R + VO-R
Dolby E 2.0x4 Decoder
Ste1-L + VO-L, Ste1-R + VO-R Ste2-L + VO-L, Ste2-R + VO-R Ste3-L + VO-L, Ste3-R + VO-R Ste4-L + VO-L, Ste4-R + VO-R
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Table 7-9 Voice over mixing Virtual In Type Dolby Digital Decoder Mixed with Voice Over (Stereo)
Sur-L + VO-L Sur-R + VO-R Sur-C, Sur-Lfe Sur-Ls Sur-Rs
Mixed with Voice Over (Mono)

Sur-L Sur-R Sur-C + VO Sur-Lfe, Sur-Ls Sur-Rs Sur-L Sur-R Sur-C + VO Sur-Lfe Sur-Ls Sur-Rs Ste-L + VO Ste-R + VO
Dolby Digital Decoder with DownMix
Sur-L + VO-L Sur-R + VO-R Sur-C, Sur-Lfe, Sur-Ls Sur-Rs Ste-L + VO-L Ste-R + VO-R
Video Processing
Video Frame Synchronization
Parameters > Video Configuration > Synchronization
The frame synchronizer offers two modes of operation: Delay mode and Synchronizer (Sync) mode that can be chosen using the Frame Sync Mode parameter. In Delay mode, the output video is synchronized to the input video. In Sync mode, the output video is synchronized to the reference video. The reference standard you can use depends on the Output Video Standard you have set, as outlined in Table 7-10.
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Any other combination of reference and output standard triggers a Mismatched Output/ Ref Standards alarm. Table 7-10 Supported Reference and Output Video Standard Combinations in Sync Mode Reference Standard 525i 59.94 Output Video Standard 1080i 59.94 1080p 59.94 1080p 29.97 625i 50 1080i 50 1080i 50(295M) 1080p 50 720p 60 1080p 60 720p 59.94 1080p 59.94 720p 50 1080p 50 1080i 60 1080p 30 1080i 59.94 1080p 29.97 720p 60 1080p 60 720p 59.94 1080p 59.94 720p 50 1080p 50 1080i 60 1080p 60 1080i 59.94 1080p 29.97 1080p 59.94 1080i 50 1080p 25 1080i 50 1080i 50(295M) 1080p 50 1080p 24 1080psf 24 1080p 23.98 1080psf 23.98 1080p 24 1080psf 24 1080p 23.98 1080psf 23.98 1080p 25 720p 50 625i 50 1080p 30 720p 60 720p 59.94 525i 59.94 1080p 25 720p 50 625i 50 720p 59.94 525i 59.94
In both Sync mode and Delay mode, APM6803+ provides several controls to manipulate the output video signal: Horizontal timing Vertical timing Adjustable frame delay Options to determine the output video behavior on loss of input video, including pass, black, grey, and freeze Manually freeze output video on first or second field (interlaced standards), or on the whole frame (all standards).
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Video Delay Ranges

Parameters > Video Configuration > Video Delay
Video Standard SD 1080i/1080p 720p
Delay Mode (Frames) 95 23 47
Sync Mode (Frames) 93 21 45
Auto Match Audio/Video Delay

As functions are added to a particular audio path, such as Loudness Control, Surround Processing or Dolby encoding/decoding, the audio processing delay will change. In order to simplify system configuration, an Auto Match feature is provided which can automatically delay the video to match the audio delay, and therefore preserve lip sync. The Auto Match feature will: Calculate the audio processing delay. If the card is in Frame Sync mode, it will add additional delay to align the audio delay to the next integer multiple of a frame of video delay. This is called the Audio Compensation Delay. If the card is in Delay mode, the audio compensation delay stays at 0. The video channel will be delayed by the audio processing delay + audio compensation delay.
Example
Assuming the audio signal path is configured as follows: Virtual In 1 (5.1+2.0) -> Surround Proc 1 (MM) -> Virtual Out 4 (5.1+2.0, LC Enabled) The overall delay in this path is 143.18 ms (MM) + 135.66 ms (LC5.1) = 278.84 (ms). Make the following settings: Auto Match A/V Delay to Enabled Video Tracking Channel to Virtual Out 4 The audio processing delay will be added to the video path automatically such that the content of the video signal and the content of audio signal are still aligned. In Delay mode, the compensated video delay is 278.84ms.
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While in sync mode, to guarantee the fixed output phase related to reference signal, the compensated video delay is increased by an integer number of video frames. Therefore, if the system is working in 625i/50 standard, the compensated video delay is 280ms (7 frames). The audio compensation value of 1.16ms would be added on all the audio Virtual In groups, such that the audio processing delay (278.84ms) and audio compensation delay (1.16ms) is also an integer number of frames, and is equal to the video compensation delay (280ms). Since there is only one video channel, but many possible audio channels, the card has to choose a single audio path from which it will determine the necessary video delay. This is set in the Video Tracking Channel. For example, if the Video Tracking Channel is Virtual Out 2, and Virtual Out 2 gets its source from Virtual In 1, the card will analyze the audio delay from Virtual In1 to Virtual Out 2. However, the other three Virtual Out channels may be affected in this case. It is possible to manually adjust the audio delay at the input end to match the A/V delay for all audio channels.
Note: If Virtual Out is multi-grouped, like 5.1+2.0 or 4x2.0, the system will take the first group as the main group. The tracking is only to compensate the delay of the main group. If EAS overwrites Virtual Out 4, the overall delay value will stay on and not be re-calculated.
Audio/Video Align
Audio/Video Align is used for audio to automatically track video delay. When set to enabled, any delay added on the video path (parameters such as Video Delay, Vertical Phase and Horizontal Phase) is automatically added to all audio paths. When disabled, video delay is not added to audio paths.
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Additional User Delays

You can add additional audio and/or video delays separately. This is useful when compensating for offsets elsewhere in the chain, either before or after the APM6803+. For cases where you need to add the same delay to both audio and video, the Audio/Video Align simplifies configuration. With Audio/Video Align enabled, any delay added to the video channel will automatically be added to all Virtual Output channels. For cases where separate audio and video delays are required, be sure to disable the Audio/ Video Align parameter. Note that with Audio/Video Align disabled, the audio delay will still track the variable frame sync delay when the card is configured in Frame Sync mode.
AFD/WSS/VI Detection and Insertion

Parameters > General > AFD/VI/WSS De-Embedder
AFD, WSS (625 only), and VI (525/625 only) embedded video metadata specify the active area to be displayed from a video input. These codes do not do any aspect ratio conversion themselves, but indicate how the video should appear to systems capable of interpreting the data. Input parameters on APM6803+ modules indicate the presence of AFD, WSS, and VI data when you determine the lines where this data is likely to appear, if present. The Out Aspect Ratio parameter determines the options for the AFD Select and VI Select parameters. Fifteen output parameters (Output > AFD/VI/WSS Embedder) determine the line to embed AFD, WWS, and/or VI codes on, the code(s) to be embedded, and what happens when a code disappears from the input.
Out Aspect Ratio

Parameters > General > AFD / VI /WSS Embedder
When the Out Aspect Ratio parameter is set to 4:3, the AFD Select and VI Select parameters have the following options: 16:9 top 14:9 top >16:9 in 4:3 4:3 full 16:9 l 14:9 l 4:3 a 14:9 16:9 l a 14:9 16:9 l a 4:3 When the Out Aspect Ratio parameter is set to 16:9, the AFD Select and VI Select parameters have the following options: 16:9 full 14:9 p
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Thumbnail Display
When installed in a frame that contains a 6800+ETH resource module, an extra Streaming tab is present in Navigator which displays thumbnail output from the module.
Fast Video Switch

Parameters > Video Configuration > Synchronization
When input video is switched between two sources while both sources are within vertical blanking, use the Fast Switch parameter to enable fast video switching between the sources. In this mode, output video is not frozen when both sources are within the vertical blanking area when the switch takes place.
GPI Configuration
The APM6803+ provides a flexible configuration of GPI inputs and outputs. GPI Input Configuration GPI Output Configuration Custom GPI Configuration
GPI Input Configuration

GPI inputs are controlled by the following parameters in the General > GPI > GPI Input category: Table 7-11 GPI Input Configuration GPI Input Active Status (read only) GPI Input Level Status (read only) GPI Input to Edit Input Trigger Indicates current GPI input status. Indicates current GPI level status. The GPI Input to be edited (Inputs 1-12) Select from Rising Edge, Falling Edge, Active High, Active Low, or Off to disable the GPI Input.
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Table 7-11 GPI Input Configuration Input Event Select the GPI function category. Input Event options are dependent on the input trigger settings. For Rising Edge or Falling Edge (input trigger settings), Input Event Options are Preset and Custom. For Active High or Active Low, Input Event Options are EAS, Voice Over, and Custom. If Input Trigger is set to Off, no event options are available. Input Event Source Applicable in case of selecting Input Event as Preset. Select from one of the following preset sources. LC [1-4] Preset UpMix [1-2] Preset DownMix [1-2] Preset MultiMerge [1-2] Preset Input Event Mode Select the event mode. This selection is dependant on the Input Event Source selected. When the selected Input Event Source is an LC Preset, the available options here are: DTS Neural-Ultra Light DTS Neural-Light DTS Neural-Medium DTS Neural-Aggressive BS. 1770-Ultra Light BS. 1770-Light BS. 1770-Medium BS. 1770-Aggressive Bypass Custom [1-5] When the selected Input Event Source is an UpMix/ DownMix/MultiMerge preset, the available options here are: Custom [1-5] GPI Input Source Status (read only) Displays the input source status (Enabled or Disabled)
For example, to configure GPI Input 2 to turn off Loudness Control 2 (using rising edge), configure as follows: GPI Input To Edit: Input 2. Input Trigger: RisingEdge Input Event: Preset Input Event Source: LC2 Preset (LC2 must be enabled) Input Event Mode: Bypass
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GPI Output Configuration

GPI outputs are controlled by the following parameters in the General > GPI > GPI Output category: Table 7-12 GPI Output configuration GPI Output Active Status (read only) GPI Output Level Status (read only) GPI Output to Edit Output Trigger Output Event Output Event Source Output Event Mode Indicates current GPI output status. Indicates current GPI level status. The GPI Output to be edited. (Outputs 1-6). Select from Active High, Active Low, or Off to disable the GPI Output. Select Custom GPI or Alarm. Applicable when Output Event is set to Alarm. LC [1-4] Applicable when Output Event is set to Alarm. G [1-4] Alarm Level G [1-4] Warning Level
Custom GPI Configuration

The APM6803+ also supports custom GPI scripts to enable you to configure GPIs. See Custom Scripting on page 99.
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Custom Scripting
The APM6803+ provides custom scripting functionality for finer control over certain operations. Common Scripting Guidelines Custom GPI Scripts Parameter Control Scripts
Common Scripting Guidelines

These scripting guidelines are common to both GPI (input and output) scripts and Parameter scripts. Note these requirements when writing your custom scripts.
Statements
Scripts are created from several statements. Each statement consists of one condition and several assignments. In each statement, if the condition is satisfied, the assignments will take effect. The number of characters (including spaces) in one command line is limited to 251
IF Condition
The number of IF command combinations is limited to 30 The number of condition combinations in each IF command is limited to 10 IF [condition] THEN [assignment] [assignment]...
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Comparisons
A condition is created from one or more comparisons. Comparisons can be ANDed together using && and ORed together using || to form a condition. The AND operation always has precedence over the OR operation when AND and OR both exist in a condition. The following comparison operators can be used: == equal > greater than < less than >= greater or equal than <= less than or equal than != not equal
Notes
Physical GPIs are labeled from natural number, from GPI In 1 to GPI In 16, and GPI Out 1to GPI Out 6. However, the IDs of GPIs used in scripting start from 0. For instance, GPI In 3 is called GPI2 in the script and GPI Out 6 is called GPO5. Refer the APM6803+ parameter list for parameter IDs used in scripting.
Error Diagnosis
Whenever scripting is used, ensure the status feedback (Custom Input Status/Custom Output Status/Script Status) is Active. If Parameter scripting is in use, ensure the parameter Activate Scripting (Parameters > General > Parameter Control Script) is set to Enabled. If GPI scripting is in use, ensure the targeted GPI ports are configured as Custom GPI. (Parameters > General > GPI Input/Output)
Keywords
Keywords for the scripting parser are limited to the following and must be in all caps: IF, THEN, PARAM[, ], =, (, ), ==, &&, ||, >=, <=, ==, !=, >, <, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, The following keywords are only acceptable in GPI scripts. GPI0, GPI1, GPI2, GPI3, GPI4, GPI5, GPI6, GPI7, GPI8, GPI9, GPI10, GPI11, GPO0, GPO1, GPO2, GPO3, GPO4, GPO5
Error Reporting Rules

In case of script errors, the index number where the error is detected is reported. The index starts from 0 for the first character of the first illegal keyword.
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Examples
The following is an example of correct syntax: IF GPI1==0 THEN PARAM[1447]=0 The table below illustrates errors in syntax and how errors are reported. Table 8-1 Error Reporting Incorrect Command IF GPI1=0 THEN PARAM[1447]=0 Status Error:7 Comments == must be used in comparison commands. = is incorrect. = must be used in assignment commands. == is incorrect. There must be no space between PARAM and [ PARAM must be in all caps. pARAM is incorrect. There are 2 errors in this command - GpI is not in all caps and PARRAM has been misspelt. However, only the index of the first error found is reported.
IF GPI1==0 THEN PARAM[1447]==0
Error:28
IF GPI1==0 THEN PARAM [1447]=0 IF GPI1==0 THEN pARAM[1447]=0 IF GpI1==0 THEN PARRAM[1447]=0
Error:16 Error:16 Error:3
Custom GPI Scripts

The APM6803+ supports custom GPI scripts to enable you to configure GPIs. Refer Common Scripting Guidelines for more details on writing your GPI script. GPI scripting is available by going to: Parameters > General > Custom GPI
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Setting up Custom GPI

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 In the Parameter tree, go to General > GPI Input. Set GPI Input To Edit to Input x Set Input Trigger to any option except Off (see Note below). For instance, set it to Active High Set Input Event to Custom GPI In the Parameter tree, go to General > Custom GPI Enter the GPI Input script in the Custom Input Script text box. If it is not long enough, the script will be continued in Custom Input Script (continued) text box. Enter the GPI Output script in the Custom Output Script text box. If it is not long enough, the script will be continued in the Custom Output Script (continued) text box. Note: When you select a Custom GPI input or output, the Trigger control in GPI Input is disabled for that specific GPI.
Comparisons
In a GPI input script, the comparison could be either GPIx == 0 or GPIx == 1, where x is in the range of [0, (number of GPI inputs - 1)], and 0 represents low and 1 represents high. In a GPI output script, the comparison is in the format of PARAM[x]==y, where x is the ID of a device parameter and y is a value for that parameter.
Assignments
In a GPI input script, an assignment is written as: PARAM[x]=y where x is the ID of a device parameter and y is a value for that parameter. In a GPI output script, an assignment is written as: GPOx=0 or GPOx=1 where x is the range [0, number of GPI outputs -1] and 0 represents low and 1 represents high.
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Custom GPI Example

The following example indicates how to use the combination of GPI In 2 and GPI In 3 to change audio output sources, and trigger GPI Outputs based on the source of Out 1 Surround Sel.
ACTION GPI Inputs I2 (GPI1) 0 0 1 1 I3 (GPI2) 0 1 0 1
RESULT Parameters Out 1 Surround Sel (PARAM [1448]) Virtual In 1 Sur Virtual In 4 Sur Sur Proc 1 5.1 Out Sur Proc 2 5.1 Out Out 1 Stereo Sel (PARAM [1449]) Virtual In 1 Stereo Virtual In 4 Stereo Sur Proc 1 Aux Out Virtual In 3 Stereo Out 2 Dolby Enc Surround Sel (PARAM [1582]) Virtual IN 1 Sur Virtual IN 4 Sur Sur Proc 1 5.1 Out Sur Proc 2 5.1 Out
ACTION Parameters Out 1 Surround Sel (PARAM [1448]) Virtual In 1 Sur Virtual In 4 Sur Sur Proc 1 5.1 Out Sur Proc 2 5.1 Out
RESULT GPI Outputs O1 (GPO0) 1 0 0 0 O2 (GPO1) 0 1 0 0 O3 (GPO2) 0 0 1 0 O4 (GPO3) 0 0 0 1
Pre-Requisites
Make the following configuration settings: Go to Audio Configuration > Input Configuration Set Virtual In 1 > Virtual In 1 Type to Surround-5.1+2.0 Set Virtual In 3 > Virtual In 3 Type to Stereo Set Virtual In 4 > Virtual In 4 Type to Surround-5.1+2.0 Go to Audio Configuration > Surround Processing Set Surround Proc 1 > Surround Proc 1 Type to MultiMerge Set Surround Proc 2 > Surround Proc 2 Type to UpMix Go to Audio Configuration > Output Configuration Set Virtual Out 1 > Virtual Out 1 Type = Surround-5.1+2.0 Set Virtual Out 2 > Virtual Out 2 Type = Dolby Digital Go to General > GPI Input Set GPI Input to Edit to Input 2
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Set Input Trigger to Active High Set Input Event to Custom GPI Repeat the above steps to configure Input 3 Go to General > GPI Output Set GPI Output to Edit to Output 1 Set Output Trigger to Active High Set Output Event to Custom GPI Repeat the above steps to configure Output2, Output3, and Output4
Custom GPI Input Script

Enter the following in the Custom Input Script text box:
IF GPI1==0 && GPI2==0 THEN PARAM[1448]=0 PARAM[1449]=0 PARAM[1582]=0 IF GPI1==0 && GPI2==1 THEN PARAM[1448]=3 PARAM[1449]=11 PARAM[1582]=3
Enter the following in the Custom Input Script (continued) text box:
IF GPI1==1 && GPI2==0 THEN PARAM[1448]=8 PARAM[1449]=17 PARAM[1582]=8 IF GPI1==1 && GPI2==1 THEN PARAM[1448]=9 PARAM[1449]=10 PARAM[1582]=9
Custom GPI Output Script

Enter the following in the Custom Output Script (continued) text box:
IF PARAM[1448]==0 THEN GPO0=1 GPO1=0 GPO2=0 GPO3=0 IF PARAM[1448]==3 THEN GPO0=0 GPO1=1 GPO2=0 GPO3=0 IF PARAM[1448]==8 THEN GPO0=0 GPO1=0 GPO2=1 GPO3=0 IF PARAM[1448]==9 THEN GPO0=0 GPO1=0 GPO2=0 GPO3=1
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Parameter Control Scripts

Smart scripting control over parameters enables you to control certain operations programmatically. Set Activate Script as Enabled whenever you want to use scripting control.
Parameter Control Example 1 Description

This example detects if the Dolby Decoder 2 incoming audio stream is a valid Dolby D stream. If if is valid, it routes Virtual In 2 (Decoded Dolby audio) to Virtual Out 1. If it is not valid, it routes Virtual In 4 to Virtual Out 1.
Pre-requisites
Set Audio Configuration > Input Configuration > Virtual In 2 > Virtual In 2 Type to Dolby Digital Set Audio Configuration > Input Configuration > Virtual In 4 > Virtual In 4 Type to Surround-5.1+2.0 Set Audio Configuration > Output Configuration > Virtual Out 1 > Virtual Out 1 Type to Surround-5.1+2.0
Parameter Control Script

Go to Parameters > General > Parameter Control Script Enter the following into the Script (Part 1) textbox: IF PARAM[1032]==6 THEN PARAM[1448]=1 IF PARAM[1032]!=6 THEN PARAM[1448]=3
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Parameter Control Example 2 Description

This example detects the incoming dialnorm of MetaSmart 1. If it is not between -29dB and -25dB, the dialnorm translator in Virtual Out 2 is enabled. If it is between -29dB and -25dB, the dialnorm translator is disabled.
Pre-requisites
Set Audio Configuration > Output Configuration > Gain > Dialnorm Translator Source to Follow MetaSmart 1
Parameter Control Script

Go to Parameters > General > Parameter Control Script Enter the following in the Script (Part 1) textbox: IF PARAM[2218]<= -25 && PARAM[2218] >= -29 THEN PARAM[2223]=0 IF PARAM[2218]> -25 || PARAM[2218] < -29 THEN PARAM[2223]=1
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Metadata
The APM6803+ offers intelligent metadata processing for both agile and fixed metadata. A high degree of flexibility is provided enabling you to select the source of incoming metadata, monitor and view it, fix any incorrect incoming metadata, define your own metadata, or create fallback metadata. Incoming Metadata on page 108 Metadata through the Serial Port on page 108 Metadata through SDI Input on page 108 Metadata in an Incoming Dolby Stream on page 108 Generating your own Metadata on page 109 Outputting generated metadata on page 110 Using MetaSmart on page 115 Using MetaSmart Example 1 - Creating Fallback Metadata on page 116 Using MetaSmart Example 2 - Agile Metadata on page 117 Using MetaSmart Example 3 - Fixed Metadata on page 117
SDI
De-embedder
SDI Metadata Input
Audio/Video Frame Sync
SDI
Embedder
SDI Metadata Output
Dolby Decoder 1 Dolby Decoder 2 MetaSmart 1 Metadata Router MetaSmart 2
Dolby Encoder 1 Dolby Encoder 2
Serial Port 1 Rx Serial Port 2 Rx
Metadata Router
Serial Port 1 Tx Serial Port 2 Tx
Generator 1 Generator 2
MetaSmart inserts a new dialnorm value
Monitor 1 Monitor 2
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Incoming Metadata
Incoming Audio Metadata may be embedded in various sources including the Dolby stream, Serial Port, or SDI Input. First, identify the source of incoming metadata. There are two metadata monitors provided and once metadata is identified, you can view/monitor the details. To check for incoming metadata, you can do the following:
Metadata through the Serial Port

To check if there is incoming metadata though the Serial Port: 1 2 3 Go to Parameters > Audio Metadata > Serial port and configure the Serial Port Type. Go to Parameters > Audio Metadata > Metadata Source Monitor > Monitor 1 Select Monitor 1 Source as the appropriate Serial Port. If metadata is present, the Monitor 1 Metadata Present parameter indicates it.
Metadata through SDI Input

To check if there is incoming metadata though the SDI Input: 1 2 Go to Parameters > Audio Metadata > Metadata Source Monitor > Monitor 1 Select Monitor 1 Source as SDI Input If metadata is present, the Monitor 1 Metadata Present parameter indicates it.
Metadata in an Incoming Dolby Stream

If you have an incoming Dolby stream (If one of your virtual inputs is configured as Dolby), you could have metadata coming in with the Dolby stream. To check, do the following: 1 2 Go to Parameters > Audio Metadata > Metadata Source Monitor > Monitor 1 Select Monitor 1 Source as the Decoder 1 or 2
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If metadata is present, the Monitor 1 Metadata Present parameter indicates it.
Generating your own Metadata

A Generator is provided to enable you to generate your own metadata. There are two onboard Generators. You may want to generate your own metadata to override existing metadata, to create fallback metadata, or if you want to include metadata in an outputted Dolby stream. The following are the steps to create your own metadata. 1 2 3 Go to Parameters > Audio Metadata > Generator Select Generator 1 Configuration or Generator 2 Configuration (two parallel generators are available for use) Define the Meta Program Type. Select Dolby E or Dolby Digital to generate standard Dolby E or Dolby D metadata. Select Custom to generate free metadata. Note: When the Meta Program Type is Dolby E or Dolby D, there are dependency rules for parameters per industry guidelines. Refer Dolby Metadata Dependencies for details. When the Meta Program Type is set to Customer, parameters are free and there is no dependency. 4 Define the Program Configuration. The following options are available: 2+2 2 + 2x1 2 + 4x1 2 + 6x1 2x2 + 2x1 2x2 + 4x1 3x2 3x2 + 2x1 4 4x1 4+2 4 + 2x1 4+4 4 + 2x2 4 + 2 + 2x1 4 + 4x1 4x2 5.1 5.1 + 2 5.1 + 2x1 6x1 7.1 7.1 Screen 8x1
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Note: 5.1 + 2 refers to 1 surround channel and 1 stereo channel; 2 + 2 refers to 2 independent stereo channels; 2 + 2x1 refers to 1 stereo channel and 2 mono channels; 2x2 + 2x1 refers to 2 stereo channels and 2 mono channels and so on. When generating metadata for the Dolby E Encoder (see Generating your own Metadata), the 7.1 or 7.1 screen program configuration is not supported for the Encoder. Ensure that you do not select the 7.1/7.1 Screen Program Configuration option with the Encoder to ensure proper operation. 5 Click Program ID Config to define your metadata.
Outputting generated metadata

Once metadata definition is complete, go to Parameters > Audio Metadata > Metadata Output and select the output source.
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Then specify where the selected source should pick its metadata from.For example, if you select Output as Serial Port, select where the Serial Port should get the metadata from.
Generator
The metadata Generator is used to generate standardized Dolby Digital (AC3) metadata or Dolby E metadata in serial format. It can also generate custom metadata, regardless of any dependency. Table 9-1 Dolby Metadata Dependencies
Parameter Default Value Dependencies Available Options Dolby E Dolby AC-3
Dolby E Bitstream Configuration
Frame Rate
29.97 fps
None
23.98 fps 24 fps 25 fps 29.97 fps 30 fps 16 bits 20 bits
Always follows system output standard Yes
NA
Bit depth Note: The parameter "Bit depth" is configurable under Virtual Out -> Dolby Encoder Program configuration
20-bit
None
NA
5.1+2
8 channel program configurations unavailable when bit depth is set to 16 bits
5.1+2 5.1+1+1 4+4 4+2+2 4+2+1+1 4+1+1+1+1 2+2+2+2 2+2+2+1+1 2+2+1+1+1+1 2+1+1+1+1+1+1 1+1+1+1+1+1+1+1 5.1 4+2 4+1+1 2+2+2 2+2+1+1 2+1+1+1+1 1+1+1+1+1+1 4 2+2 2+1+1 1+1+1+1
Yes
NA
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Table 9-1 Dolby Metadata Dependencies

Audio Service Configuration
Coding Mode (Audio coding mode)
3/2
None
1/0 (C) 2/0 (L, R) 3/0 (L, C, R) 2/1 (L, R, S) 3/1 (L, C, R, S) 2/2 (L, R, Ls, Rs) 3/2 (L, C, R, Ls, Rs) On Off 56 kbps 64 kbps 80 kbps 96 kbps 112 kbps 128 kbps 160 kbps 192 kbps 224 kbps 256 kbps 320 kbps 384 kbps 448 kbps 512 kbps 576 kbps 640 kbps Complete Main Music and Effects Visually Impaired Hearing Impaired Dialogue Commentary Emergency Voiceover / Karaoke
Yes
Yes
Low Freq Effect Ch (LFE channel) Data rate
On
Not 1/0 or 2/0 acmod 1/0: 56640 kbps 2/0: 96640 kbps 2/1: 128640 kbps 3/0: 128640 kbps 3/1: 192640 kbps 3/2: 224640 kbps
Yes
Yes
448 kbps
N/A
Yes
Bitstream mode
Complete Main
Karaoke mode should only be available if the acmod is not 1/ 0. Otherwise, selecting 1/0 acmod should display Voiceover or Reserved. None
Yes
Yes
Dialog normalization
27 dB
31 to 1 dB
Yes
Yes
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Bitstream Information
Center mix level
3 dB
Only when Center channel is used, (acmod 3/0, 3/1, 3/2); grayed out if extended BSI enabled. Only when surround channels are used (acmod 2/ 1, 2/2, 3/1, 3/2); grayed out if extended BSI enabled Only when 2/0 mode is selected None
3 dB 4.5 dB 6 dB
N/A
Yes
Surround mix level
3 dB
3 dB 6 dB -Inf dB
N/A
Yes
Surround Mode (Dolby Surround mode) Aud. Production Info (Audio production info exists) AC-3 Mix Level (Mixing level)
Not indicated
Not indicated Not surround encoded Surround encoded On (exists) Off Lt/Rt downmix
Yes
Yes
No
always enabled
Yes
105 dB SPL Audio production information exists is on Small room Audio production information exists is on None
Range from 80 to 111 dB SPL
Yes
Yes
Room type
Not indicated Small room Large room On Off On (original) Off
Yes
Yes
Copyright Protected (Copyright bit)
On
Yes
Yes
Original bitstream On
None
Yes
Yes
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Extended Bitstream Information
Ext BSI1 Present (Extended bitstream enabled) Ext Stereo Downmix (Stereo downmix preference) Ext LtRt Ctr Mix Lvl (Lt/Rt Center mix level)
Enable
None
Enable Disable
always enabled
Yes
Lt/Rt downmix
Extended BSI 1 enabled; acmod set to 2/1, 3/0, 2/2, or 3/2 Extended BSI 1 enabled; acmod set to 3/0, 3/1, 3/2 (three front channels in use)
Not indicated Lo/Ro downmix Lt/Rt downmix 3 dB 1.5 dB 0 dB 1.5 dB 3 dB 4.5 dB 6 dB 0 (-Inf dB) 1.5 dB 3 dB 4.5 dB 6 dB 0 (-Inf dB) 3 dB 1.5 dB 0 dB 1.5 dB 3 dB 4.5 dB 6 dB 0 (-Inf dB) 1.5 dB 3 dB 4.5 dB 6 dB 0 (-Inf dB) Enable Disable Standard HDCD
Yes
Yes
3 dB
Yes
Yes
Ext LtRt Surr Mix Lvl (Lt/Rt surround mix level) Ext LoRo Ctr Mix Lvl (Lo/Ro Center mix level)
3 dB
Extended BSI 1 enabled; acmod set to 2/1, 2/2, 3/1, or 3/2 Extended BSI 1 enabled; acmod set to 3/0, 3/1, 3/2 (three front channels in use)
Yes
Yes
3 dB
Yes
Yes
Ext LoRo Surr Mix Lvl (Lo/Ro surround mix level) Ext BSI2 Present Ext A/D Type (A/D converter type) Ext Surr EX Mode (Dolby Surround EX mode)
3 dB
Extended BSI 1 enabled; acmod set to 2/1, 2/2, 3/1, or 3/2 None Extended BSI 2 enabled
Yes
Yes
Enable Standard
always enabled Yes
Yes Yes
Not Dolby EX encoded
Extended BSI 2 Not indicated enabled; acmod Dolby EX encoded set to 2/2 or 3/2 Not Dolby EX encoded
Yes
Yes
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Input Filtering DC Highpass Flt (DC highpass filter) B/W Lowpass Flt (Bandwidth-limiti ng lowpass filter) LFE Ch Lowpass Flt (LFE lowpass filter) Surround Channel Processing Srnd Phase Shift Flt (90-degree phase shift) Srnd Ch Attenuator (3 dB attenuation) Dynamic Range Control Line Mode Profile (Dynamic range control Line mode profile)
On
None
On Off On Off On Off
Yes
Yes
On
None
Yes
Yes
On
Active only when LFE is enabled Active only when surround channel is enabled Active only when surround channel is enabled None
Yes
Yes
On
On Off
Yes
Yes
Off
On Off
Yes
Yes
Film Standard
None Film Standard Film Light Music Standard Music Light Speech None Film Standard Film Light Music Standard Music Light Speech
Yes
Yes
RF Cmpr Profile (Dynamic range control RF mode profile)
Film Standard
None
Yes
Yes
Using MetaSmart
MetaSmart is an intelligent metadata mechanism that enables you to configure overrides to metadata settings, or to define a fallback metadata source. There are two MetaSmart blocks available for configuration. To use MetaSmart, go to Parameters > Audio Metadata > MetaSmart > MetaSmart 1/2 Configuration and define the following: 1 Select Metadata Source Select the source of your metadata. You have the following options: Serial Port 1 or 2 if your metadata source is the serial port Decoder 1 or 2 if your metadata source is a Dolby E Stream SDI Input if your metadata source is from SDI Generator 1 or 2 if your metadata source is internally defined
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Once you select the source, the MetaSmart x Primary Source status parameter will change to Yes if metadata is present in your selected source.
Select Fallback Metadata Source (Optional) Select the fallback metadata source or select Pass to not define any fallback source. You can opt to fallback to a serial port, SDI Input, Dolby E Decoder, or Generator (internally defined metadata). Again, once you select the fallback source, the MetaSmart x Fallback Source status parameter will change to Yes if metadata is present in your selected fallback source.
Edit Dialnorm Setting Select the Dialnorm Setting Type as Fixed or bypass. Select Fixed to specify a fixed dialnorm level. For example, -27 dB. This value will then reflect in the Dialnorm feedback textbox.
Select bypass to accept the dialnorm value from the Source. The source value will then reflect in the Dialnorm Feedback textbox. For example, if your Generator source specifies Dialnorm value as -11, it will reflect that value.
Edit AC3 data rate This parameter is useful when transferring a metadata stream from Dolby E to Dolby D.
Using MetaSmart Example 1 - Creating Fallback Metadata

Note: The purpose of a Fallback metadata source is to provide alternate metadata if the primary metadata is not available or accessible for some reason. In such cases, the fallback metadata can be used and should the primary metadata become available, it is switched to automatically. Consider a situation where you have metadata coming in from the serial port, and you want to generate your own metadata to serve as a fallback source in case the incoming metadata is lost. The metadata is question is the dialnorm.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Go to Parameters > Audio Metadata > Generator > Generator 1/2 Configuration Go to Program ID Config and define (fallback) metadata settings through the Generator Go to Parameters > Audio Metadata > MetaSmart > MetaSmart 1/2 Configuration Define the Metadata Source, in this case, Serial Port 1 Set the Fallback Source to a Generator Set Dialnorm Setting to Fixed or bypass as required and provide the dialnorm value. In case of the above, if the metadata stream from serial port 1 is lost (indicated by the MetaSmart Source Present parameter showing as None), the metadata source will automatically switch to the defined Generator.
Using MetaSmart Example 2 - Agile Metadata

This example demonstrates a situation where loudness control needs to be applied to decoded audio, and the dialnorm needs to match the target level. By slaving the target level, you only need to set the level in the dialnorm, and the loudness controller follows. Presume you have incorrect dialnorm on in an incoming Dolby E stream, which you want to fix, and then route to a Dolby E Encoder. Note: This example presumes you have a defined Dolby E virtual input. 1 2 3 4 5 In MetaSmart, select the Source as Decoder (Audio Metadata > MetaSmart > MetaSmart 1/2 Configuration) Set MetaSmart Dialnorm Setting as Fixed. Enter the required Dialnorm level. Go to your the Loudness control settings for your Virtual Output (Audio Configuration > Output Configuration > Virtual Out 1-4 > Loudness Control) Set the Target Loudness Level Source to Follow MetaSmart Go to Audio Metadata > Metadata Output > Dolby Encoder and select Encoder Source as MetaSmart.
Using MetaSmart Example 3 - Fixed Metadata

This example demonstrates a selected dialnorm value, and the need to have audio modified to match the value. For example, the dialnorm coming from Dolby would need to be used to set the target loudness (DTS Neural) parameter. 1 2 3 4 5 Go to Audio Metadata > MetaSmart > MetaSmart 1 Configuration Set MetaSmart 1 Source to Dolby Decoder 1 Set MetaSmart 1 Dialnorm Setting to Bypassed Go to Audio Configuration > Output Configuration > Virtual Out 1 > Loudness Control Set Loudness Target Level Source to MetaSmart 1
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Inputs
Specifications
SDI Video Input

Table 10-1 SDI Video Input 3G HD-SD Specification Item (applicable with standard back module only)
1 1080p (SMPTE 424M) 1080p DL (SMPTE 372M) BNC (IEC169-8) 75 1080p: 50, 59.94, 60 Hz
1.5G HD-SDI Specification (applicable with standard and relay back modules)
1 1080i/p (SMPTE 274M) 720p (SMPTE 296M) BNC (IEC169-8) 75 1080p: 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30 Hz 1080psf: 23.98, 24 Hz 1080i: 50, 59.94, 60 Hz 720p: 50, 59.94, 60 Hz
SD-SDI Specification (applicable with standard and relay back modules)

1 SMPTE 259M-C, 270 Mbps, 525/625 component BNC (IEC169-8) 75 525: 59.94 Hz 625: 50 Hz
Number Standard Connector Impedance Frame rate
Return loss
> 15 dB from 5 MHz to 1485 MHz >10dB from 1485 MHz to 2970 MHz
> 15 dB from 5 MHz to 1485 MHz
> 15 dB up to 270 MHz
Equalization
Adaptive cable equalization for up to 459 ft (140 m) (typical) of Belden 1694A coaxial cable
With standard back module: Adaptive cable equalization for up to 656 ft (200 m) (typical) of Belden 1694A coaxial cable With relay back module: Adaptive cable equalization for up to 262.4 ft (80 m) (typical) of Belden 1694A coaxial cable.
With standard back module: Adaptive cable equalization for up to 984 ft (300 m) (typical) of Belden 8281 coaxial cable With relay back module: Adaptive cable equalization for up to 820 ft (250 m) (typical) of Belden of Belden 8281 coaxial cable, 1312 ft (400 m) (typical) of Belden 1694A coaxial cable.
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AES/DARS Input
Table 10-2 AES/DARS Input Item Standard Connector Sensitivity Impedance Return loss Common mode rejection Input audio rate Maximum input signal Bits Channel status and user bit Balanced/DARS Specification AES 3 44-pin connector; or 3-pin connector, female XLR with external balun <200 mV 110 20% (0.1 to 6 MHz) N/A 0 V to 7 V (0 kHz to 20 kHz) 32 kHz to 108 kHz (DARS 48 kHz only) 10 V pk-to-pk 16, 20, or 24 Unbalanced/DARS Specification AES 3, SMPTE 276M BNC (IEC 169-8) <100 mV 75 > 25 dB, 0.1 to 6 MHz N/A 32 kHz to 108 kHz (DARS 48 kHz only) n/a 16, 20, or 24
Maintained, but professional mode, 48 kHz.
Note: Ensure that DARS input is locked with genlock.
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SDI Video Output
Table 10-3 SDI Video Output 3G HD-SDI Specification Item (applicable with standard back module only) 4 synchronized 1080p (SMPTE 424M) 1080p DL (SMPTE 372M) 1.5G HD-SDI Specification (applicable with standard and relay back modules) 4 synchronized 1080i (SMPTE 274M) 720p (SMPTE 296M) SMPTE 292M with SMPTE 299M embedded audio Frame rate 1080p: 50, 59.94, 60 Hz 1080i: 50, 59.94, 60 1080p: 23.98 (p/psf), 24 (p/psf), 25, 29.97, 30 Hz 720p: 50, 59.94, 60 Hz Connector Impedance Return loss BNC (IEC169-8) 75 > 15 dB from 5 MHz to 1485 MHz >10 dB from 1485 MHz to 2970 MHz Signal level D.C. offset 800 mV 10% 0.0 V 0.5 V 800 mV 10% 0.0 V 0.5 V < 270 ps, within 100 ps of each other < 10% of amplitude >100 kHz: < 0.2 UI (135 ps) pk-to-pk >10 Hz: < 1 UI (675 ps) pk-to-pk 800 mV 10% 0.0 V 0.5 V 0.41.5 ns < 10% of amplitude < 0.2 UI (740 ps) pk-to-pk BNC (IEC 169-8) 75 > 15 dB from 5 MHz to 1485 MHz BNC (IEC 169-8) 75 > 15 dB up to 270 MHz SD-SDI Specification (applicable with standard and relay back modules) 4 synchronized SMPTE 259M-C, 270 Mb/s, 525/625 component
Number Standard
525, 625
Rise and fall time < 135 ps Overshoot Jitter < 10% of amplitude >100kHz: < 0.3 UI (101 ps) pk-to-pk >10 Hz: < 2.0 UI (675 ps) pk-to-pk
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AES Audio Outputs

Table 10-4 AES Audio Outputs Item Standard Type Connector Impedance Return loss Signal amplitude Audio rate Jitter Rise/fall time Bits Channel status and user bits Balanced Specification AES 3 Balanced, transformer coupled 44-pin connector; or 3-pin male XLR with external balun 110 20% (0.1 to 6 MHz) N/A 2 to 7 V pk-to-pk into 110 load 48 kHz 20 ns 5 ns to 30 ns (10% to 90%) 24, 20, or 16 Unbalanced Specification AES 3, SMPTE 276M Unbalanced, AC coupled BNC (IEC169-8) 75 > 25 dB, 0.1 to 6 MHz 1.0 V pk-to-pk 10% into 75 load 48 kHz 20 ns 30 ns to 44 ns (10% to 90%) 24, 20, or 16
Maintained, but professional mode, 48 kHz
Reference Video
Table 10-5 Reference Video Item Level Signal type Connector Impedance Return loss Specification 1 V pk-to-pk +6 dB/-3.5 dB Analog composite 525/625 or tri-level sync (1080i/p/720p) BNC per IEC 169-8 75 > 40 dB up to 10 MHz (typical)
GPI I/O
Table 10-6 GPI Inputs and Outputs Item Inputs Number of Inputs Connector Trigger Action 12 SAMTEC mini mate header Low, High, Rising Edge, Falling Edge, Active High, Active Low Specification
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Table 10-6 GPI Inputs and Outputs Item Internal Pull-Up Baud Rate Outputs Number of Outputs Signal Standard Connector Baud Rate 6 TTL Active low or high SAMTEC mini mate header < 10 Kbps Specification +5 V < 10 Kbps
Serial Ports
Two serial ports are integrated into a single SAMTEC mini-mate header and allow encoding dialnorm and other metadata.
Table 10-7. Serial Port specification

Item Number of Channels Standard Connector Baud Rate Specification 2 EIA/TIA-232, EIA/TIA-422, selectable SAMTEC Mini-mate header 115.2 Kbps
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EIA/TIA-232-E
Table 10-8. EIA/TIA-232 Specifications
Item Maximum Output Level (unloaded) Output Level (loaded) Driver Load Impedance Slew Rate Max Driver Current in High-Z Receiver Impedance Receiver Sensitivity Receiver Input Voltage Range Specification < 25 V 5 V to 15 V 3k to 7k < 30 V/ s 6 mA @ 2 V 3 k to 7 k 3 V 15 V
EIA/TIA-422y
Table 10-9. EIA/TIA-422 Specification
Item Input Termination Maximum Output Level (unloaded) Output Level (loaded) Driver Load Impedance Max Driver Current in High-Z Receiver Impedance Receiver Sensitivity Receiver Input Voltage Range Specification 120, jumper selectable < 6 V > 2.0 V 50 100 A 4K 200 mV -7 V to +7 V
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Propagation Delay
Video Propagation Delay
Table 10-10 Video Propagation Delay Video Standard Format 525 625 1080i /59.94 /50 720p /59.94 /50 1080p/59.94 /50 Propagation Delay (s) 43.9 s 43.8 s 9.42 s 9.42 s 4.79 s
Audio Propagation Delay

Table 10-11 Audio Propagation Delay AES Sampling Rate 32 kHz 48 kHz 96 kHz PCM 4.2 ms 3.7 ms 3.1 ms Non-PCM 0.3 ms 0.7 ms 1.2 ms
Power Consumption
Table 10-12 Power Consumption Specifications Module APM6803+ Power Consumption < 18 W
Start-Up Time
The start-up time for APM6803+ modules is approximately 60 seconds.
Operating Temperature
The operating temperature for APM6803+ modules is 41 to 113F (5 to 45C).
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Licensing
Audio Packages and Licensing

The APM6803+ includes options for DTS Neural and Dolby. Separate license keys enable functions for DTS and Dolby.
DTS Licensing
DTS licenses enable a wide variety of DTS Neural audio processing options such as Loudness Control, UpMix, DownMix, and MultiMerge. These options make it possible to offer advanced audio processing for high-definition and surround sound programming using 5.1 and stereo sources (2.0).
DTS Credits
The number of credits determine how many DTS functions are available. The following table provides the number of credits required for each DTS function. Table 11-1 DTS Credits Function UpMix DownMix MultiMerge Loudness Control (5.1) Loudness Control (2.0) Loudness Control (5.1+2.0) Credits Required 3 3 4 3 1 4
You can have a maximum of 16 credits. For example, a combination of UpMix, MultiMerge, and Loudness Control (5.1) will require 10 credits (3+4+3). Credits are flexible. You can use available credits for different functions at different times. For instance, if you have 10 credits, you could use an UpMix+MultiMerge+Loudness Control (5.1) combination at one time and a MultiMerge+Loudness Control (5.1)+Loudness Control (5.1) combination at another time. For more details, see DTS Licenses on page 130.
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Dolby Licensing
The following types of Dolby licenses are available: Dolby E Encoder licenses Dolby E Decoder licenses Dolby Digital Encoder licenses Dolby Digiti al Decoder licenses A maximum of 2 x Dolby Encoder and 2 x dolby Decoder can be supported on a single APM6803+ module. For more details, see Dolby Licenses on page 130.
Licensing and Utilization Parameters

Licensing and Utilization parameters can be viewed or set by accessing your module and frame through a web browser or through CCS Navigator. The Licensing Parameters show how many DTS credits and Dolby Encoder/Decoder licenses you have available. (Parameters > General > Licensing) The Utilization Parameters show how many of your licensed credits are used. (Parameters > General > Utilization)
Licensing Parameters
Table 11-2 Licensing Parameters Parameter Name Serial Number [RO] License Key DTS Credits Licensed [RO] Dolby E Enc Licensed [RO] Dolby E Dec Licensed [RO] Dolby Digital Enc Licensed [RO] Dolby Digital Dec Licensed [RO] Function Displays the Serial Number. Allows you to input your License Key. Shows number of DTS Credits licensed. Shows number of Dolby E Encoders licensed. Shows number of Dolby E Decoders licensed. Shows number of Dolby Digital Encoders licensed. Shows number of Dolby Digital Decoders licensed. 0 to 16 0 to 2 0 to 2 0 to 2 0 to 2 Options
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Utilization Parameters
Table 11-3 Utilization Parameters Parameter Name DTS Credit Licensed [RO] DTS Credit Used [RO] Dolby E Enc Licensed [RO] Dolby E Enc Used [RO] Dolby E Dec Licensed [RO] Dolby E Dec Used [RO] Dolby Digital Enc Licensed [RO] Dolby Digital Enc Used [RO] Dolby Digital Dec Licensed [RO] Dolby Digital Dec Used [RO] Audio DSP 1 Utilization Audio DSP 2 Utilization Function Shows number of DTS Credits licensed. Shows number of DTS Credits used. Shows number of Dolby E Encoders licensed. Shows number of Dolby E Encoders used. Shows number of Dolby E Decoders licensed. Shows number of Dolby E Decoders used. Shows number of Dolby Digital Encoders licensed. Shows number of Dolby Digital Encoders used. Range 0 to 16 0 to 16 0 to 2 0 to 2 0 to 2 0 to 2 0 to 2 0 to 2
Shows number of Dolby Digital Decoders licensed. 0 to 2 Shows number of Dolby Digital Decoders used. Shows DSP utilization. Shows DSP utilization 0 to 2 % %
Adding a License Key

Note: For assistance with a license key, or to purchase a license key, please contact your Sales representative.
Through the HTTP Interface

1 2 Go to Parameters > General > Licensing Enter your license in the License Key textbox.
Through CCS Navigator

To enter a license key, your CCS software must be in Control mode. 1 2 3 Select the APM6803+ module in the Navigation pane, right click, and then select Control to open the modules Control window. Select the Parameters tab. In the tree view, select Parameters > General > Licensing and enter your license key in the License Key field.
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Software Key Ordering Information DTS Licenses

To order licenses for DTS functions (UpMix, DownMix, MultiMerge, Loudness Control), Provide your existing Serial Number and License Key. You can get this information by accessing your APM6803+ module in a web browser and going to Parameters > General > Licensing. Quote the part number mentioned below and indicate how many credits you need. You can order a maximum of 16 credits. Table 11-4 DTS Software Key Info Part Number 68OPT-DTS Description Software Key Licenses for DTS Neural Technologies. 3 required for UpMix or DownMix or 5.1 Loudness Control 4 required for MultiMerge 1 required for 2.0 Loudness Control
Dolby Licenses
To order licenses for Dolby functions: Provide your existing Serial Number and License Key. You can get this information by accessing your APM6803+ module in a web browser and going to Parameters > General > Licensing. Quote the relevant part number mentioned below and indicate how many licences you need. You can order a maximum of 2 of each kind of Dolby license. Table 11-5 Dolby Software Key Info Part Number 68OPT-DEE 68OPT-DED 68OPT-DDE 68OPT-DDD Description Software Key License for Dolby E Encoder. Software Key License for Dolby E Decoder. Software Key License for Dolby Digital Encoder Software Key License for Dolby Digital Decoder
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Overview
Audio Bit Manipulation
The tables in this appendix contain information on the manipulation of bits that occur when using APM6803+ modules. The following items are documented: Manipulating Channel Status Bits (C-Bit) on page 132 Manipulating Validity and User Bits (V-Bit and U-Bit) on page 134 Identifying Audio Characteristics (Audio Sampling Frequency and Word Length) on page 134 Table A-1 Description of Short Forms in the Appendix RX Key N=Not recognized Y=Recognized S=Recognized and stored, passed-through, or both TX Key N=Not transmitted Y=Transmitted Sample Rate Indication Audio Word Length Byte 0 Bits [6,7], Byte 4 Bits [3,4,5,6] [00,0100] = 96 kHz [01,0000] = 48 kHz [11,0000] = 32 kHz [00,1000] = 24 kHz [00,0101] = 88.2 kHz [10,0000] = 44.1 kHz [00,1001] = 22.05 kHz Byte 2 Bits [0,1,2] [000] = Maximum word length 20 bits (auxiliary bit use not indicated) [001] = Maximum word length 24 bits (auxiliary bits used for audio) Byte 2 Bits [3,4,5] [100] = Encoded word length =Maximum word length4 bits [101] = Encoded word length =Maximum word length0 bits
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Manipulating Channel Status Bits (C-Bit)

Table A-2 Channel Status (C-Bits) Data Description Byte 0 Bit 0 Function [0] Consumer Use [1] Professional Use [0] Audio [1] Non-Audio RX N Y S S TX N Y Y Y Remarks RX ignores bit TX sets bit to 1 RX sets up audio channel to pass data (Gain=0 dB, Invert=off) TX bit passed unmodified or forced, according to Output Chxx Format and Out Chxx Format Fb parameters 0 2 to 4 [000] Not Indicated [100] No Emphasis [110] 50/15 s [111] CCITTJ17 [0] Locked [1] Unlocked [00] Not indicated [01] 48 kHz [10] 44.1 kHz [11] 32 kHz [0000] Not indicated [0001] Two channel [0010] Mono [0011] Prim/sec [0100] Stereo [0101] to [1111] Undefined [0000] Not indicated [0001] 192 bit block [0010] AES18 (HDLC) [0011] User defined [0100] to [1111] Undefined [000] Aux. bit use is not indicated [001] Aux. bit use is audio data [010] Aux. bit use is co-ordination signal [011] to [111] Undefined [000] Not indicated [001] Max Length1 [010] Max Length2 [011] Max Length3 [100] Max Length4 [101] Max Length [110] to [111] Undefined S S S S N N Y Y Y Y N N N N N N S S S S S N N N N N N N N N N N Y Y Y Y Y N N Y N N Y N N N N N Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N N N N N Y Y N RX ignores bits TX passed bits unmodified
RX ignores bits TX sets bit to [0] RX ignores bits TX sets bits to [01]
6 to 7
0 to 3
RX ignores bits TX sets bits to [0000]
4 to 7
RX ignores bits TX passes bits unmodified
0 to 2
RX ignores bits TX sets bits according to transmitted word length
3 to 5
RX ignores bits TX sets bits according to transmitted word length
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Table A-2 Channel Status (C-Bits) Data Description Byte 2 Bit 6 to 7 Function [00] Alignment level not indicated [01] Alignment to SMPTE RP155 [10] Alignment to EBU R68 [11] Reserved bit 7 = 0: Channel number bit 7 = 1: [0,1,2,3] Channel number [4,5,6] Multi-channel mode [0] Undefined multi-channel mode [1] Defined multi-channel mode [00] Not a reference [01] Grade 1 reference [10] Grade 2 reference [11] Undefined Reserved RX N TX Y Remarks RX ignores bits TX sets bits to [00]
0 to 6
0 to 1
N N N N N
Y N N N Y
3 to 6
[0000] Not indicated [1000] 24 kHz [0100] 96 kHz [1100] 192 kHz [1001] 22.05 kHz [0101] 88.2 kHz [1101] 176.4 Hz [1111] User defined [0] Sample frequency not scaled [1] Sample frequency scaled by 1/ 1.001 Reserved
0 to 7
6 to 9
0 to 7
Alphanumeric channel origin data
RX ignores bits TX passed bits unmodified
10 to 13
0 to 7
Alphanumeric channel destination data Local sample address code
14 to 17
0 to 7
18 to 21
0 to 7
Time-of-day sample address code
22
0 to 3
Reserved
22
Bytes 0 to 5 reliability flag

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Table A-2 Channel Status (C-Bits) Data Description Byte 22 Bit 5 Function Bytes 6 to 13 reliability flag RX S TX Y Remarks RX ignores bits TX passed bits unmodified 22 6 Bytes 14 to 17 reliability flag S Y RX ignores bits TX passed bits unmodified 22 7 Bytes 17 to 21 reliability flag S Y RX ignores bits TX passed bits unmodified 23 0 to 7 CRC Y Y RX ignores bits TX calculates CRC on output
Manipulating Validity and User Bits (V-Bit and U-Bit)

Table A-3 V-Bit and U-Bit Data Descriptions Item Validity (V) bit User (U) bit RX S S TX Y Y Remarks RX optionally mutes data if enabled TX passes bit unmodified RX ignores bits TX passed bits unmodified
Identifying Audio Characteristics (Audio Sampling Frequency and Word Length)

Table A-4 Audio Sampling Frequency and Word Length Item Audio sampling frequency Audio word length Remarks RX: 32 to 108 kHz TX: 48 kHz RX: 16 to 24 bits TX: 16 to 24 bits
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Communication and Control Troubleshooting Tips
Software Communication Problems

Problem
The frame is powered up, but the module does not communicate with Navigator.
Solution
Ensure you have specified the proper module slot. See your 6800+ Frame Installation and Operation Manual for more information about slot identification. Verify whether there is an ICE6800+ or 6800+ETH module installed in the frame. FR6802+ frames only use ICE6800+ modules to communicate with CCS software and hardware. FR6802+QXF and FR6822+ frames use ICE6800+ or 6800+ETH modules to communicate with CCS software and hardware. Remove any legacy 6800 series product that is in the frame. CCS software cannot communicate with legacy 6800 series products, even though these modules may operate with card-edge controls in an FR6802+ or FR6822+ frame. Legacy 6800 products do not have the + symbol on their extractor handles. Check for pressed pins on the back module by following this procedure: Unplug the front module. Unscrew and remove the back module. Inspect the 20- or 30-pin spring connector at the bottom of the back module (Figure B-1 on page 136), and verify that the connector does not have any slightly bent or pressed pins. Carefully reposition any bent pins. If this is not possible, contact Customer Support.
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Figure B-1 Typical Back Module Spring Connector
Problem
The frame is powered up, but CCS Software does not communicate with the module.
Solution
Ensure you have installed the correct cables between the PC and the frame: A null modem serial cable must be used between a PC and an FR6802+ frame (not a straight-through cable). At minimum, this requires that pins 2 and 3 are crossed, but pin 5 (ground) is straight-through to pin 5. A USB cable must be used between a PC and an FR6802+QXF frame. Verify whether there is an ICE6800+ or 6800+ETH module installed in the frame. CCS Software control is disabled if an ICE6800+ or 6800+ETH control module is installed in the frame. Set the Frame ID DIP switch settings correctly (the Frame ID DIP switch is located at the rear of the frame.) If only one frame is connected, set the DIP switch to 00. If multiple frames are used in a daisy-chain, set the DIP switch numbers consecutively to the following: 00 (frame 1) 01 (frame 2) 10 (frame 3 11 (frame 4) See your Frame Installation and Operation Manual for more information about frame ID switch settings. Check that the correct COM port is configured in CCS Software and that another application is not using that COM port.
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Problem
CCS software sees the frame, but do not find all of the modules.
Solution
Remove any legacy 6800 series products. Plug your modules in before starting the discovery. Start your discovery after the frame and all modules have fully powered up. Refresh the CCS software and ensure that the installed modules are fully powered up first before discovery.
Problem
CCS Software does not respond after it is launched.
Solution
Close any CCS software that is already launched.
Problem
CCS software shows a module in the Control window, but cannot control it.
Solution
1 2 3 4 Set the modules Local/Remote jumper to Remote. Ensure the module name in the Control window matches the module type in the frame. Gently push the module into its slot in the frame to ensure it is seated properly and powered up. Verify that the Control window indicates the device is ready.
Hardware Communication Problems

Problem
After a power failure, the frames and PC do not communicate.
Solution
1 2 3 Wait four minutes for the frames to recover from the power failure. Close the CCS software, and then restart the PC. Restart the software application.
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Problem
The module does not seem to work.
Solution
Ensure the correct frame is powered up. Verify that all appropriate rear connections are secure. Gently push the module into its slot in the frame to ensure it is seated properly. Ensure the back module does not have bent pins by following this procedure: Unplug the front module. Unscrew and remove the back module. Carefully reposition any bent pins. If this is not possible, contact Customer Support. Note: Pressed pins are ok and will not affect the functionality.
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Index
A
ADS Clean 78 AFD/WSS/VI 94 Alarms 34 List 35 Options 34 APM6803+ Block Diagram 2 Features 4 Frames Supported 24 Unsupported 24 Monitoring 6 Operating Temperature 125 Overview 2 Parameters 28 Card-Edge Controls 29 CCS Software 30
Parameters 56 Audio Synchronization 77 Audio Test Tones 83 Audio V-Fade 77 Audio/Video Align 93
B
Block Diagram 2 Breakout cable 11
C
Card Edge LEDs 32 Card-Edge Controls 29 Components Cables Breakout 11 GPI Connectors 15 GPI I/O 1 15 GPI I/O 2 15 Modules Back 9 Main 7 Sub 8 Overview 6 Riser Board 8 Serial Port RS-232 14 RS-422 14
Factory Defaults 30, 31 Discovering 30
Complete List 28 Power Consumption 125 Power Ratings 23 Startup Time 125 System Block Diagram 2 Virtual Streams 38 APM6803+RLYT 20 APM6803+T 20 Audio Embedding Errors 82 Modes 78 Append 79 Overwrite 81 Audio Options DownMix 57 Parameters 58 Loudness Control 64 Parameters 65 Working 69 MultiMerge 59 Parameters 60 UpMix 55
D
Discovery 30 Dolby Dolby Digital Decoder 52 Dolby E Decoder 45 Free Mapping 46 Dolby E Encoder 48, 53 Dolby E Start Line 48 Free Mapping 48 Processing 45 DownMix 57
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Parameters 58
E
EAS Control 85 ETH Card 26
F
Factory Defaults 30 Fast Video Switch 95 Firmware Upgrading 26
Incoming 108 Dolby 108 Serial Port 108 MetaSmart 115 Overview 107 Module Back Relay 25 Module Status LEDs 33 Monitoring 6 MultiMerge 59 Parameters 60
G
GPI Configuration 95 Input 95 Output 97 GPI Connectors 15
O
Out Aspect Ratio 94 Outputs AES Audio 122 Reference Video 122 SDI Video 121
I
Input Audio Rate 76 Inputs AES/DARS 120 SDI Video 119
P
Parameters 30 ADS Clean 78 Audio Processing 76 Audio Delay Ranges 83 Audio Embedding Modes 78 Audio Synchronization 77 Audio Test Tones 83 Audio V-Fade 77 EAS Control 85 Input Audio Rate 76 Sample Rate Convert 76 Out Aspect Ratio 94 Video Processing 90 AFD/WSS/VI 94 Audio/Video Align 93 Fast Video Switch 95 Thumbnail Display 95 Video Delay Ranges 92 Video Frame Synchronization 83, 90 Power Ratings 23 Propagation Delay Audio 125 Video 125
J
Jumpers Main Module 21 Sub Module 22
L
LEDs Main Module 32 Card Edge 32 Module Status 33 Sub Module 34 Licensing Adding License Key 129 Dolby 128 DTS 127 Credits 127 Parameters 128 Loudness Control 64 Parameters 65 Presets 72 Status 71 Groups 71
R
Relay Back Module 25
M
Main Module 7 Main Module LEDs 32 Metadata Generating 109
S
Sample Rate Convert 76 Signal Flow Audio Path 16 Metadata Path 17 Video Path 16
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Status AAP Status 40 Failure Messages 41 Processor Utilization 41 Resource Utilization 40 Sub Module 8 Sub Module LEDs 34 System Block Diagram 2
T
Thumbnail Display 95
U
Upgrading firmware 26 UpMix 55 Parameters 56
V
Video Delay Ranges 92 Video Frame Synchronization 90
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APM6803+

Multichannel Audio Processing Station Installation and Operation Manual

Edition B February 2012 175-100293-00

Parameters, Alarms, and LEDs ....................................................................... 27

Advanced Audio Processing ............................................................................ 37

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Dolby Processing .................................................................................................. 45

DTS Processing ....................................................................................................... 55

Key Parameters ..................................................................................................... 75

Custom Scripting .................................................................................................. 99

Metadata ................................................................................................................. 107

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Specifications ...................................................................................................... 119

Licensing ................................................................................................................ 127

Audio Bit Manipulation .................................................................................. 131

Communication and Control Troubleshooting Tips........................... 135

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Table 1-1 Revision History of Manual

April 2011 February 2012

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Safety Terms and Symbols in this Manual

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Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Compliance

Figure 1-1 RoHS Compliance Emblem

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Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Compliance

Figure 1-2 WEEE Compliance Emblem

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SDI Metadata Demux

Video Sync & Delay

Audio Sync & Delay

SRC (Sample Rate Convert)

Surround Processor 2 (UpMix, DownMix, MultiMerge)

AES OUT1 AES OUT 8

DARS Reference DARS IN

Surnd Processors (1,2)

Audio Level Monitor

GPI OUT 1 GPI OUT 6

Figure 1-1 APM6803+ System Block Diagram

Figure 1-2 APM6803+ Functional Diagram

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Virtual Stream Interface

Intelligent Metadata Handler

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Real Time Loudness Control

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Monitoring and Operating

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Figure 1-5 Top view of Sub module

Figure 1-6 Riser Board

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APM6803+ Installation and Operation Manual

Standard Back Module