PENTA 725 Audio Router
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Penta 725 IP Audio Router
Fast, flexible, and economical audio routing via IP can now be provided using the PENTA 725 IP audio router.
Penta 725 IP I/O Connections
Redundant core
PENTA 725 IP audio router enables broadcastquality audio over IP Layer 3 based Gigabit Ethernet with sub-millisecond latency. The capacity is 1024 x 1024 cross points with 64 bi-directional channels over IP, 64 AES3 I/O channels and 6 optical MADI or router connection interfaces housed in a 1U 19" chassis.
Key features:
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Low latency, tightly synchronised, transport of uncompressed audio over IP networks using off the shelf switches.
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Stand alone IP audio interface and format converter
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Interface for NTP TDM router systems
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Compliant with the features and specifications of Penta 725
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DanteTM based Ethernet Layer 3 protocol
AES3 and MADI Interface with SRC Redundant Router Matrix core and PSU TCP/IP control via NTP Router Control System Router Control of both IP routing and TDM matrix
Gigabit TCP/IP Link
MADI/625 LINKS
IP Matrix Core (1024 2)
CAT6 Interface
AES3 Links
Optical Interface
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Configuration IP Audio Router Concept The PENTA 725 IP combines standard TDM routing with the ability to interface audio on Gigabit IP Layer 3 networks, and indeed route the audio in the networks using standard switches. Also across subnets. PENTA 725 IP can interface 64 channels, if more units are used a total of 512 channels can be routed on a 1 Gigabit network, and more if the network capacity is higher. The audio channels can be seen as either I/O for the router system or as connections in the router system between more Penta 725 IP units. All switching on the IP network is controlled by NTP RCCore router control system, and connections are managed by the NTP VMC control surface just like TDM connections, enabling the connections to be changed dynamically according to the required programme schedules.
IP audio entering or leaving the PENTA 725 IP router can be interfaced on a PC platform by using a dedicated or virtual Ethernet sound card. The VMC control software is used to select a monitor source, which can be made available for high quality/low latency monitoring directly on the PC, as well as selecting PC play-out sources to the network. The IP audio protocol is based on the DanteTM Technology, and will interoperate with products of other brands that complies to Dante. The protocol will provide AVB support once standardization is fully completed.
Central Router System
Regional Router System
635-300 Controllers – RCCoreV3
NTP TDM Router System
NTP Router System
Control and Monitor 100Mb IP 1Gb IP
Penta 725 IP
100Mb IP 1Gb IP 1Gb IP
Penta 725 IP
IP/ Ethernet (redundant)
1Gb IP DAW Playout System
1Gb IP
Control and Monitor
Redundant Audio and Control Interface on TCP/IP Two RJ45 Gigabit network connectors are available on the PENTA 725 IP enabling connection to a redundant network. Optionally two IP Matrix cores can be installed providing a redundant core with seamless switch-over capability between the redundant networks and cores. Both control and IP audio data are transmitted on the IP connections enabling in-band control of more IP audio nodes, and control via the NTP Router Control System RCCoreV3 on the same network. IP Audio and Control Interface
• 64 bi-directional IP audio channels at 24bit/48kHz sampling • Up to 512 routable channels on a 1 Gb network with sub-milliseconds latency and sample-accurate playback synchronization • 1024x1024 TDM matrix core with 64 AES3 I/O channels and up to 6 MADI or NTP “hotlink” I/O connections • Supports Quality of Service (QoS) to ensure optimal low latency audio performance • Redundant network connections and IP Matrix core with automatic change over in case of network fault • Audio Stream connections fully controlled as cross points via the RCCoreV3 router control system
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Specifications
PENTA 720/721
Audio distribution and modular router interface
Flexible Audio Interface PENTA 720 and PENTA 721 are a new generation of audio router and audio distribution interfaces from NTP Technology, which provides a versatile and flexible interface for signal distribution of analogue and digital audio via AES/EBU, MADI, SDI SD/HD/3G embedded audio as well as routing via IP Gigabit Ethernet and optical fibre networks.
Audio distribution and modular router interface PENTA 720 is a 2U modular audio interface designed for use in television or radio studios, outside broadcast vehicles and public-event venues. It comes with eight channel AES3 input/output channels, MADI, two IP Audio Ethernet in/outs and an Avid Pro ToolsTM interface. Up to eight optional cards can be incorporated to match specific operational requirements. The range of available plugin cards includes an eight-channel analogue input interface, eight-channel analogue output, two-channel SDI/HD/3G embedder interface and a two-channel SDI/HD/3G deembedder interface. All cards support hot-swop. A mini-module slot is available for dual SFP MADI optical input/output module, which is also compliant to the NTP HotLink/Dual MADI format.
Ethernet Gigabit Audio & control Up-to 8 cards I/O card
1 MADI I/O 8
I/O card Basic PENTA 720/721 I/O card
8 AES3 I/O Interface for Pro Tools AES11 sync input Word clock/VBB sync I/O
I/O card 1 Optional I/O card
I/O option
I/O option
2 Optical SFP I/O 1 Optical ST MADI I/O
PENTA 721 Digital audio interface The PENTA 721 is a compact 1U digital audio interface designed for stand-alone use in recording studios, radio stations and stage venues. It has the same basic input/output configuration as the 720, eight channel AES3 input/output channels, MADI, two IP Audio Ethernet in/outs and an Avid Pro Tools interface as well as a mini-module slot for a dual SFP MADI optical input/output module as well as an ST optical MADI connector.
PENTA 721 rear panel
Signal routing
IP Audio powered by Dante
PENTA 720 and PENTA 721 include a 1024x1024 multiplexer, enabling all analogue and digital inputs and outputs to be routed in any combination; this enables the unit to also split signals for advanced signal distribution.
The PENTA 720 and PENTA 721 IP Audio protocol is based on the robust tried-and-tested Dante™ digital audio network technology, and will interoperate with products of other brands that comply with Dante. The protocol will provide AVB support once standardization is fully completed. The Dante and NTP IP Audio formats provide fast, flexible, and economical audio routing via IP and are compatible with NTP PENTA 725 IP Audio router, and other Dante devices.
The multiplexer can be used to establish the static connections of the signal inputs and outputs, and furthermore it incorporates soft switching with a fade down and fade up functionality of the signal level. Soft switching ensures that setting or changing a signal path can be made without any audible click or artefact. With embedder/de-embedder cards installed in the PENTA 720 the multiplexer will handle advanced routing of all the embedded audio signals, in and out of the SDI video signal as well as audio loop-trough.
The IP Audio routing provides Low latency, tightly synchronised, transport of uncompressed audio over Gigabit IP Ethernet Layer 3 networks using off the shelf switches, and routers for audio routing via one or more sub-nets. A total of 512 channels can be routed on a 1 Gigabit network, and more if the network capacity is higher.
Modular Configuration The basic I/O configuration for the digital interfaces of the PENTA 720 and the PENTA 721 is:
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8 AES3 I/O interface via 2 D25 connectors 1 MADI I/O coax interface via BNC connectors 2 IP Audio I/O Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 connectors 1 interface for Pro Tools™ via 2 SDR connectors
The mini-module slot can hold one of the following modules:
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Dual SFP MADI optical input/output module, which is also compliant to the NTP HotLink/Dual MADI format
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Multi mode MADI I/O ST optical interface
The cards slots of the PENTA 720 can hold the following cards:
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8 ch analog input interface 8 ch analog output interface
The power supply for the units can be either single or dual. PENTA 720 also provides the option of a dual hot-swop power supply unit for redundant operation.
2 ch SDI/HD/3G embedder interface 2 ch SDI/HD/3G de-embedder interface
Control PENTA 720 and PENTA 721 are TCP/IP controlled via one or two Ethernet ports. Control and supervision can be made by the NTP RCCore control system, and the operation is done via the NTP VMC control software client applications. A simple dedicated software control application for Windows is available for controlling and setting up PENTA 720 and PENTA 721 on a unit to unit basis when less advanced operation is required. The IP Audio routing is controlled by the NTP RCCore Router Control System, for easy and simple setting of connections on the Gigabit IP Ethernet. PENTA 720 and PENTA 721 can also be the Dante IP Audio routing controller software.
PENTA 720 rear panel
Applications Audio distribution and modular router interface For distribution or interfacing of digital audio signals a typical application for PENTA 721 would be an interface bridging MADI-to-Dante IP Audio, AES3-to-Dante IP Audio or Pro Tools-to-MADI or Dante IP Audio. Additionally the signals can be spitted on to provide more interfaces.
8 ch. AES/EBU in/out 2 MADI in/out 32 ch. I/O to Pro Tools HDX™
Gigabit Ethernet
Penta 721
Other Dante Devices
PENTA 720, Embedder/de-embedder PENTA 720 installed with embedder/de-embedder cards provides an interface between audio embedded in SD/HD/3G SDI video signals, and the analogue and digital interfaces of the unit. A typical application would be embedding/de-embedding audio to MADI, with two MADI ports 128 channels can be accessed.
Up-to 16 SDI Video inputs 255 Audio channels
Up-to 16 SDI Video outputs 255 Audio channels
8 ch. AES/EBU in/out 2 MADI in/out 2 Double MADI/HotLink in/out 16
Penta 720
16
PENTA 720, Analogue I/O for NTP router system PENTA 720 installed with analogue cards provides an interface with 64 analogue inputs or 64 outputs or as shown in a combination of groups of 8. A typical application would be to interface the NTP router system via MADI or Dual MADI/HotLink optical interface. 4 units can be connected for a full 128 channel input and output configuration.
8 ch. AES/EBU in/out 2 MADI in/out 2 Double MADI/HotLink in/out Up-to 128 Analogue inputs
Penta 720 64
2 HotLink in/out
2
Penta 720
64
Up-to 128 Analogue outputs
2 HotLink in/out Penta 720
Specifications:
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64 channel A/D, 64 channel. D/A conversion with 8 channels In or Out – 8 cards total.
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16 channel SDI SD/HD/3G embedder/de-embedder card with 2 channels In or Out – 8 cards total.
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8 AES3 I/O, 1 MADI I/O, 1 Avid Pro Tools I/O IP Audio powered by Dante, dual RJ45
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Mini-option I/O with
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AES11, Word Clock, Video burst
External synchronization via the digital audio interfaces or
Sample rates 44,1/48 kHz, up-to 192 kHz Single or dual power supply, 90-264 VAC
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635 System Controller
The NTP 635 System Controller serves as a high performance, compact 1U 19'' rack mount ruggedized PC system for system controller applications, controlling any size of NTP router system. The NTP System Controller has a full compliment of PC features, including dual Ethernet for interconnection of two 635 System Controllers forming a redundant controller set-up. The 635 System Controller chassis has a modular construction, allowing the PC mother board to be easily replaced. Key features: • Compact 1U 19'' rack mount PC system • Front panel LCD display for status readout • Designed for redundant controller set-up • Easy reconfiguration of PC mother board • Program executed from internal flash disc • Two Ethernet ports
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Router Control System
635 System Controller The 635 system controller is a PC platform for hosting the Router Control Application RCCoreV3, which serves as the control system for at NTP Router system. RCCoreV3 serves as the control application for both TDM router systems as well as IP Ethernet based systems.
Router Control System Remote access
RCCoreV3 The Router Control Core (RCCore) is a software application that handles all set-up, control, and supervision of the NTP routers in an NTP audio router system, as well as the communication interface to the VMC and BLISS NTP control systems, and third part communication protocols. RCCoreV3 is based on the self contained real-time operating system QNX Neutrino. The QNX Neutrino RTOS is extremely reliable and is specially designed for critical industrial applications and superior embedded designs. RCCoreV3 runs on the 635 System Controller unit, which is often set-up in a redundant configuration. Two units forming a redundant main controller and two other units forming a redundant back-up controller. RCCoreV3 hosted on the 635 controller can replace the DOS based Sys632 and the NTP 632 controller. The RCCoreV3 software operates through network based infrastructure with all communication based on TCP/IP link protocol, and 10/100Mbit LAN/WAN interfacing.
Router Control System features • Remote access and login on expert user level for:
• Service, debug, and system set-up, • Upgrade of the RCCore, protocols and control applications. • Database management and secure access via VPN
VPN
WAN Local access
635 Controllers – RCCoreV3
PENTA 720 Audio I/O
625-800 Router
PENTA 725 Router and I/O
3rd part units
LAN
• Database backwards compatible • Database lies on the active controller and on the standby controllers. Database is always updated.
• Maintenance application program window for inspecting system status
• Control of IP audio based Layer 3 Ethernet based routing • Extended control of the router Dual Backbone interface • Future support for SNMP
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SYS T E M E L E M E N T S O V E R VI EW
Router System overview
Introduction With three decades of experience in audio routing, NTP is an experienced producer of versatile, flexible and reliable hardware and software equipment for audio routing. NTP provides audio routing solutions for compact systems as well as enterprise-scale routers with a complete PC-based control system, third-party controller and product control protocols. The NTP product line provides professional features and specifications targeted at large and small radio and TV broadcast centres, as well as OB trucks. Redundancy is inherent in all NTP products. Systems can be configured with redundancy to a single cross point level. Dual power supplies and controllers comes as standard. The NTP routing system is a versatile audio network which can be based on a centralised, or distributed routing structure. All I/O and router nodes are interconnected via CAT6 cable, or optical fibre and combined in a cluster or a star structure. A dual back-bone structure is supported, providing redundant interconnection between all I/O and router nodes. All units in the system communicate via TCP/IP using the NTP Router Control System RCCoreV3, which is hosted on the redundant controller boards of the router units, or on separate controller server PCs. RCCore is based on the rugged QNX Neutrino real-time operating system. The QNX operating system is highly reliable and specially designed for critical industrial applications. A variety of analogue and digital audio I/O formats are supported to meet individual customer specification. The analogue I/O interface is available with optional transformercoupled input/output and as microphone preamplifier. Digital I/O interfaces are AES/EBU and MADI. The router system also incorporates DSP on all channels. DSP functions are available for signal surveillance, signal comparison and for processing and summing the output.
Overall system elements 625 Modular router • 19” 5U rack with 18 card slots • Mixed analogue, digital AES3 & MADI I/O • Easy expansion to very large systems • 128 I/O channels @ 48 kHz with DSP on all I/O • Main router structure 20482 cross points, and 80002 using more frames Penta 725 Compact router 19” 1U rack with 2 card slots Up to 4 MADI and 64 AES3 I/O with DSP Main router structure 10242 cross points Sub router providing 128 I/O channels@48 kHz
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650 GPIO unit • 19” 1U rack with 64 relay output and optionally 64 opto coupled inputs RCCoreV3 Router control system • Runs on 625 QNX controller cards or on dedicated 635 QNX controller servers via TCP/IP • Handles all system intelligence, database status, remote access, and system control Control applications • Windows 7/XP/2000 clients on TCP/IP • VMC software with status view, scheduling of events, traffic and alarm logging and configuration • Touch screen and Hardware control panels • Bliss software matrix console • Protocols for third party routers and controllers
Router Network
Routing Concept NTP audio routing solutions provide a flexible and scalable network structure from a compact 1U-based system up to a solution for an entire broadcast facility. NTP provides fully digital audio signal routers and distribution systems composed of multiple main matrix devices, multiple distributed matrices and I/O devices. All devices have a modular structure and are interconnected via optical fibre or CAT6 cables. The routing systems and audio networks are fully configurable and can be expanded at any time.
The NTP audio network Audio network and routing solutions can be implemented using the NTP 625 and Penta 725 router frames and various I/O modules. The router frames are suitable both for the main router structure and the sub router and I/O devices to form extensive systems spread over various studios and machine rooms. The main router can consist of one or more frames forming a cluster for a routing capacity of up to 8192 x 8192 non blocking cross points. All I/O modules can be installed in both the main router frames and the sub router I/O frames. This provides great flexibility in having signals interfaced to the audio network directly via the main router or distributed via remote sub router I/O devices. The main router and the sub router I/O devices are connected using one or more optical fibre or CAT6 cables forming the router backbone audio network. Each backbone connection has the capacity to carry 128 24 bit channels at 48 kHz sampling rate.
Core Main router The main router core is based on one or more frames depending on the required capacity of the system. Each frame can handle 512, 1024, 1536 or 2048 non blocking cross points,
depending on the configuration. Connecting more frames increases the capacity. The router core can be expanded simply by adding more frames.
Dual backbone audio network A very powerful redundant setup can be established by using a dual backbone audio network for connecting the main core router and the sub router I/O devices. A dual backbone network uses two identical main router cores where one is the active whilst the other is the back-up. Both main router cores have identical backbone connections to all the sub router and I/O devices. The NTP router control system can automatically detect errors in one of the two main routers and switch to the other, in a seamless action, giving no audible switchover eects.
What is an NTP routing system? A digital audio router which operates as a distributed system comprising a main router core and multiple sub routers plus I/O devices having a modular structure. This allows any customer-defined combination of the available audio I/O interface cards. The system can be expanded at any time. The NTP audio routing system supports the most common audio interfaces: Analogue I/O with and without transformer coupling, microphone analogue input, digital AES3 and MADI. Interfacing of the AES3 and analogue signals is via 25 pole D connectors, and MADI and backbone connections via fibre optical connectors. The audio routing system hardware has a built-in database driven QNX-based router control system for extremely reliable operation.
Router Engines
Decentralised router nodes In the audio network, the decentralised router nodes can be the 625 and Penta 725 sub router and I/O devices. The 625 frame is a modular device with 18 slots which can be installed with analogue, digital AES3 and MADI I/O cards. The maximum I/O configuration for each interface type is 64 AES3 I/O channels with optional sample rate converters (stereo), 128 analogue input and 64 analogue output (mono) channels and 4 MADI I/O channels.
Interconnection between more frames via optical fibre or CAT6 cables can be duplicated and the control system is able to automatically control switchover if a connection is damaged. For a fully redundant backbone structure, a dual backbone architecture can be deployed. This permits a very powerful self-healing configuration which also enables the two core main routers to be at separate locations.
The Penta 725 frame is a non modular device with 64 AES3 I/O channels. Sample rate converters (stereo) and 4 MADI I/O channels are available as options.
Safety and redundancy considerations
Service and maintenance features
NTP audio routing solutions incorporate comprehensive safety and redundancy features to ensure the continuous operation of your business.
Facilities are included in the 625 system to ease maintenance and troubleshooting:
NTP has more than 30 years of experience in designing and manufacturing audio routing switchers. All manufacturing is done by ISO certified sub contractors whereby very high reliability is achieved. All vital elements of the routing matrix can be duplicated to ensure that any failure cannot stop the functionality of the whole system or cause failure in other parts. Controller cards, multiplex core cards, power supply and fans can be duplicated. The system has automatic seamless change-over functionality.
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A global alarm system, controlled through NTP 660 VMC software. Freedom to remove and insert cards with power on. The input and output monitoring bus allows a test signal to be measured at the output as well as monitoring of temperature, electrical parameters and communication on the cards.
Router Control Via TCP/IP
Router Control System NTP audio routing solutions are controlled and supervised by the unique NTP Router Control System (RCS) via TCP/IP and UDP. The RCS is an integrated part of the router system hardware. Each frame has dedicated redundant controller cards with the highly reliable QNX Neutrino real time operating system installed.
NTP software control applications • VMC Statview – cross point control and configuration • VMC Config – system setup and configuration • VMC Alarm log • BLISS software console • PPM application
RCCore server
NTP hardware control panels • 19” 1U monitor panel • 19” 2U monitor source/destination panel • Desk top monitor panel
The controller cards can act as a general system controller server or a controller client node. The controller server runs the RCCore application; the controller client node runs the MC625 or MC725 application. In larger systems, the 635 controller unit is used for hosting the RCCore application. This gives a very powerful level of control. Typical combinations of controller servers are: A. 2 x 635 controllers, one active and one standby B. 1 x 635 controller as active and 1 x 625-151 as standby C. 2 x 625-151 controllers, one active and one standby
Protocols for third party control applications • Probel SW-P-08 Protocol, IP • Utah Scientific –HCP, IP • Networks, IP • NTP Router Control Protocol, IP-BFE • NTP Dot protocol, RS-232
Remote access RCCore
All controllers in the system are continuously updated with the latest system configuration, status and cross point setup information. This information is stored in the system database with a copy on each of the two RCCore servers.
The NTP router control system supports advanced remote access to the system controller servers for service, debug and system set up. The following main features are available:
Control applications clients
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The router control system can be accessed from various control application clients, and via various command protocols, for third party control systems. NTP provides an open router control protocol supporting all relevant functions of the control system. The primary control is through the NTP VMC Visual Matrix Control programs and hardware panels.
Upgrading of the RCCore, protocols and control applications Secure access via VPN Extended control of the dual backbone interface
Third party video device control The NTP router control system also supports control of routers and interfaces from other manufacturers for television and video related applications. The RCS is able to handle control of a complete broadcast video routing system.
TDM bus connections
Technology The 625 TDM bus structure The backbone of the 625 switcher is The Time Division Multiplex 32 bit BCT parallel bus. The time division is created by means of a 24.576 MHz clock signal divided to a 48 kHz synchronising pulse for the 512 time slots, each transmitting 32 bit. This gives a total transmission rate of 800 Mbit/s All audio inputs are placed on the TDM bus, making them available for all outputs within the frame. 18 slots are allocated for cards with audio (analogue or AES/EBU) inputs and outputs, allowing the creation of a router with 64 AES/EBU digital inputs and outputs, or 64 analogue mono inputs and outputs, or any combination thereof. Additional sub-frames can be linked together to obtain distributed systems or to expand one switcher beyond the limits imposed by one subframe, by means of 200 Mbit/s Xbuses. Xbus input and output cards are placed in the sub frames and in the main frames to fulfil the goal of routing the audio signals between the sub frames. The physical link can be via screened twisted pair cables over short distances, or via optical links in case of remotely placed sub frames, using an NTP signal format. MADI format can optionally be used. All frames use the same 800 Mbit/s TDM bus. The main frames receives the audio signals from all the sub frames via 'hotlink' connections. On the output side, only the sub frames matching the maximum of 512 channels are connected. The main frames can also accommodate special DSP cards for the treatment of larger DSP functions. This way the computation power of the DSP circuits is shared between the various sub frames to optimise the quantity of DSP circuits required in the system. If a larger system is required, more main frames can be connected together to achieve a practically unlimited number of inputs and outputs.
The 625 system is block synchronous and besides creating its own sync-signal, it can be locked to a house clock. Via the TDM cross-busses the sync-signal can be distributed to all 625 frames keeping the entire system in valid sync. A very unique feature in the 625 switching system.
Interconnection structure 625 Frame • Frame capacity 1-4 buses with 512 to 2048 slots • Bus interconnection using Xbus interface • Xbus has passive loop trough for failsafe operation • “Hotlink” interconnection between main and sub frames
What is the NTP TDM bus? The Time Division Multiplex is a 32 bit BCT parallel bus with :
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Bus frequency 24.576 MHz Bus width 32 bit Sampling frequency 48 kHz • Total bus capacity 512 channels The NTP TDM bus backplane is based on an all “passive” implementation, with no electrical parts and can not be subject to a single point of failure.
Router Control applications
Visual Matrix Control NTP 660 Visual Matrix Control System is a Windows-based application specifically developed by NTP for the management of routing switchers. The software runs from a Windows PC connected to the system through Ethernet via TCP/IP. A very high level of security is achieved by the use of log-in procedures for both users and workplaces, and access restrictions to system resources for unauthorised personnel. The VMC features a very wide range of functions for the operation of the routing system elements, their configuration, and the recording of alarms and events. The software consists of 5 modules: Status view, Configuration, Traffic log, Alarm log and Back-up. For special requirements, the software can be tailored by NTP according to the user's specifications. Alternatively, the software can be adapted by the user to meet specific or varying requirements. The Status view is used for showing the status of the active connections, i.e. the cross points that are switched on. By means of the extensive selection capabilities included in the software, it is possible to customise various Status views to only show exactly the information wanted.
The Status View shows the active connections. Various windows can be configured, by means of the Filter options, to show only the wanted information. By means of the Connect bar, Connections and Disconnections can be executed in real time.
In the Status view, it is possible to make realtime “here and now” connections manually. The scheduler is used to program events to be automatically carried out by the system at a predetermined time, including the ability to repeat them at regular intervals. It is always possible to intervene manually on the schedule, with functions to Hold, Skip, Force or Modify one event. The Traffic log and Alarm log modules include extensive logging functions in order to memorise events or alarms and generate reports on the activities of the routing system. Alarms will immediately pop up on the screens as they occur, and acknowledgement from the users is required to disable them.  A complete Schedule, to be automatically executed by the system at a preprogrammed time, can be generated with NTP’s software. All time-scheduling functions are stored in and executed by the RCCore in the Router Control System, and are therefore independent of the PCs from which they have been programmed.
A complete Schedule, to be automatically executed by the system at a preprogrammed time, can be generated with NTP's software.
VMC Control applications
The Configuration module gives the broadest possibilities for the global configuration of the system. The lines are identified by logical names, one name to be assigned to operate more physical lines (stereo pairs or multi layer), which can be assigned and edited (see dialog box below). Workplaces can be configured with access rights or restrictions. Users can be defined with their passwords to access the system. The Backup module allows copies of the system configuration for subsequent restoration if the need should arise.
Control applications for Windows Visual Matrix Control • Status view of connections, scheduling etc. • Configuration of router system, input/output etc. • Traffic log showing cross point history • Alarm log showing extensive alarm report • Back-up of RCCore system database Level monitoring • PPM monitoring with 12 channels pr window Touch screen control panels • XY source/destination panel • Monitor panel • Studio source selection panel
Hardware Control Panels Personal Computers are widely used as devices for the operation of routing switchers, due to their flexibility and low cost. However, for many specific applications, a push button control panel is still the most practical and user-friendly solution.
A logical line can be configured as a set of physical lines, identified by a logical name (mnemonic). The physical lines can be in the same matrix, making for example a stereo pair, or be part of different matrices (audio, video, relay, 4-wires), allowing connections to be made on more levels simultaneously.
NTP has various source destination and monitor control panels available. The control panels can be connected to the system through the Ethernet TCP I/P Local Area Network. From the RCCore Router Control System, it is possible to programme the panel functions, e.g. assigning the operation of certain lines or groups of lines to dedicated keys on the panel, or to inhibit the operation of specific lines from a panel.
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625-80X Series Audio Routing Switcher Base Unit
General description The new audio routing Base Unit provide a solution with fewer boards and a higher switching density, with up to 2048x2048 cross point solution in a relatively small physical size 5 RU 19” frame. The Base Unit is equipped with redundant controller and redundant power supplies with fan, which will have air intake in the lower front and outlet in the upper rear panel. The modular NTP Technology 625 Digital Multinorm Audio Routing Switcher is available in four versions. The Base Unit are fitted with different back plans that’s includes the TDM bus. ♦ 625-801 is a single TDM bus version, 512x512 cross point solution ♦ 625-802 is a dual TDM bus version, 1024x1024 cross point solution ♦ 625-803 is a triple TDM bus version, 1536x1536 cross point solution ♦ 625-804 is a quad TDM bus version, 2048x2048 cross point solution The Audio Routing Base Unit is flexible and with slots for 20 NTP cards. Card positions no 1 to no 18 accepts all types of NTP Input/Output cards (analogue, digital or MADI), TDM-bus cards (QUAD TDM cards and TDM cards), and DSP/GPIO cards. Card positions 19 and 20 are only for NTP Controller cards.
♦ The 625-80X Series Audio Router Switcher Base Unit are backward compatible to earlier 625
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625-80X Series Audio Routing Switcher Base Unit The rear panel is equipped with the following connectors for interfacing; ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦
Two AC mains input connectors (3-pole Euro Mains receptacles with fuse) RJ 45 connector for the 625-800 card frame to the Ethernet via which the communication with the controller takes place. RS-232 connector (9-pole D-sub connector, male). This connector is used for serial control of small systems with max one 625-801 series card frame. One AES/EBU reference clock output connector (3-pole XLR connector, male). The master clock signal used by the system is available on this connector. Two AES/EBU format Sync input connectors (3-pole XLR connector, female). These connectors are used for input of two (different) external AES/EBU clock signals. The input can be switch selected to 110 ohm or high impedance (10 k-ohm). Two AES/EBU format Sync output connectors (3-pole XLR connector, male). These connectors are used for output (loop-through) of the two external AES/EBU format clock signals to other card frames. Three monitor output connectors (3-pole XLR, male). These connectors are used for digital and analogue stereo, one left and one right monitor outputs respectively. Two rotary switches for setting the frame address. One for the MSB (most significant bit) and one for the LSB (least significant bit). The frame address is factory set.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS General: Supply voltage
90—260 V AC 50-60 Hz
Power consumption (Depending on card configuration) Temprature
300 VA at 60% rating 0-40˚ C
Mechanical Dimensions: 482.8 mm (19 inches)
Width (excl. Mounting flaps)
449 mm
Height
220 mm (5 RU)
Depth
300 mm
February 2005
Width (inc. Mounting flaps)
NTP Technology A/S Poppelgårdvej 7- DK-2860 Søborg - Denmark Tel: + 45 44 53 11 88 / Fax: + 45 44 53 11 70 www.ntp.dk NTP Technology reserves the rights to make changes or improvements in manufacturing or design that may affect specifications.
625 Digital Switching System Analogue I/O Card 625-130A
General Description.
The 625-130A Analogue I/O card is part of the 32-bit TDM Switching system type 625. Each card is equipped with 4 A/D and 4 A/D converters, 24 bit resolution, 48kHz sampling rate and 128x over sampling. The card has balanced and isolated inputs and outputs. The isolation is obtained by means of an unique design, based on the NTP input modules called ZFT (Zero Field Transformer), which ensures earth free and balanced inputs. The output stage is, in principle, made like the input stages, i.e. as a ZFT-module ensuring isolated outputs. The full scale reference level is selectable +15dBu or +18dBu. Other levels on request. The card is equipped with relay contacts in order to connect one stereo output at a time, to the real output monitor bus. The 625-130A card is equipped with DSP power for making the following functions available; Level adjustment, mixing, summing (Stereo to Mono), modulation detection, phase shift, delay and various filter functions etc.
Specifications: 4 24Bit +15 or +18dBu 10kΩ > 60dB ±0,15dB ±0,1dB ±0,3dB ±2,0dB ±5µsec >106dB >100 dB <-106dBFS
Output Number of outputs (mono) Resolution Output impedance balanced floating Minimum load impedance (+18dBu max.) Output Common Mode rejection 15kHz Output Asymmetrical Full scale reference level Frequency response (ref. 1kHz) 20Hz – 20kHz Linearity (ref. 1kHz) 0dBFS to –100dBFS -100dBFS to –120dBFS Group delay related to 1kHz 20Hz – 20 kHz Dynamic range (-60dB at 1kHz, Measured with band pass filter) Channel separation between any Output channel (20Hz – 20kHz) Output noise (+18dBu system) RMS (22Hz - 22kHz)
4 24Bit < 40Ω 300Ω >60 dB >35 dB +15 to +18dBu ±0,15dB ±0,1dB ±2,0dB ±2,5µsec >106dB >100dB >106dBFS
July 2004
Input Number of inputs (mono) Resolution Full scale reference level Input impedance Bal. Floating Input Common Mode rejection 15kHz Frequency response (ref. 1kHz) 20Hz – 20kHz Linearity (ref. 1kHz) 0dBFS – > -80dBFS -80dBFS – > -100dBFS -100dBFS – > -120dBFS Group Delay related to 1kHz 20Hz – 20kHz Dynamic range (-60dB at 1kHz, Measured with band pass filter) Channel separation between any Inputs (20Hz – 20kHz) Input noise (+18dBu system) RMS (22Hz – 22kHz)
NTP Technology A/S Poppelgårdvej 7- DK-2860 Søborg - Denmark Tel: + 45 44 53 11 88 / Fax: + 45 44 53 11 70 www.ntp.dk NTP Technology reserves the rights to make changes or improvements in manufacturing or design that may affect specifications.
625 Digital Switching System Analogue I/O Card 625-133A
General Description.
The 625-133A Analogue I/O card is part of the 32-bit TDM Switching system type 625. The card is one of the latest developed cards in the 625 series equipped with 4 analogue inputs and 8 analogue outputs in order to make an even more compact and cost effective router solution. Internally the card is equipped with 4 A/D and 8 D/A converters, 24 bit resolution, 48kHz sampling rate and 128x over sampling. The card has electronically balanced inputs and outputs. The full scale reference level is selectable +12dBu, +15dBu, +18dBu or +22dBu via Jumper. The card is equipped with relay contacts in order to connect one stereo output at a time, to the real output monitor bus. The 625-133A card is equipped with DSP power for making the following functions available; Level adjustment, mixing, summing (Stereo to Mono), modulation detection, phase shift, delay and various filter functions etc.
Specifications: Input Number of inputs (mono) Resolution full scale level Input impedance (Electronic Balanced) Input CMRR @ 15 kHz Input frequency range relative to 1kHz 20Hz to 20kHz Linearity (ref. 1kHz) 0dBFS to -80dBFS: -80dBFS to -110dBFS: Phase difference between 2 channels (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
4 24 bit +15 or 18dBu 10kOhm ±10% >60 dB ±0.1dB ±0.1dB ±1.0dB < 3°
Conversion time, digital input to analog output 0.583 ms Noise (input short-circuit ) RMS full bandwidth < -109dBFS Noise (input short-circuit ) CCIR qpeak < -97dBFS
July 2004
Dynamic range ( -60 dB 1 kHz, band reject f.) Channel separation between any two inputs (15 kHz)
> 109dB > 100 dB
Output Number of outputs (mono) 8 Resolution 24 bit Output ref level +12, 15, 18 or 22dBu Output impedance, electronically balanced < 30Ohm Minimum load impedance (+18dBu out) 300Ohm Output CMRR (20Hz to 20kHz) >50 dB Output Asymmetrical (1kHz) <-40 dB Input frequency range relative to 1kHz (SF: 44k1 and 48k) 20Hz to 20kHz ±0.1dB Linearity 1kHz 0dBFS to -80dBFS ±0.1 dB -80dBFS to -110dBFS ±1.0 dB Phase difference between stereo L/R pairs (20Hz to 20kHz) <3° Conversion time, digital input to analog output 567µsec Output group delay difference between any 2 AES channels 250nsec Harmonic distortion, including noise 20Hz-20kHz, 0dBFS, R load 600 Ohm) <0.03% 1kHz, FS 18dBu, R load 600 Ohm) 0dBFS <0.008% -20dBFS <0.03% -60dBFS <3.0% Dynamic range (-60dBFS 1kHz, band reject f.) >103 dB Channel separation between any output (20Hz - 20kHz) >100 dB Data measured at 25°C amb. Temperature, without de-emphasis, FS=18dBu and balanced output.
NTP Technology A/S Poppelgårdvej 7- DK-2860 Søborg Herlev - Denmark Tel: + 45 44 53 11 88 / Fax: + 45 44 53 11 70 www.ntp.dk NTP Technology reserves the rights to make changes or improvements in manufacturing or design that may affect specifications.
625 Digital Switching System Analogue I/O Card 625-134A
General Description.
The 625-134A Analogue I/O card is part of the 32-bit TDM Switching system type 625. The card is one of the latest developed cards in the 625 series equipped with 8 analogue inputs and 4 analogue outputs in order to make an even more compact and cost effective router solution. Internally the card is equipped with 8 A/D and 4 D/A converters, 24 bit resolution, 48kHz sampling rate and 128x over sampling. The card has electronically balanced inputs and outputs. The full scale reference level is selectable +12dBu, +15dBu, +18dBu or +22dBu via Jumper. The card is equipped with relay contacts in order to connect one stereo output at a time, to the real output monitor bus. The 625-134A card is equipped with DSP power for making the following functions available; Level adjustment, mixing, summing (Stereo to Mono), modulation detection, phase shift, delay and various filter functions etc.
Specifications: Input Number of inputs (mono) Resolution full scale level Input impedance (Electronic Balanced) Input CMRR @ 15 kHz Input frequency range relative to 1kHz 20Hz to 20kHz Linearity (ref. 1kHz) 0dBFS to -80dBFS: -80dBFS to -110dBFS: Phase difference between 2 channels (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
8 24 bit +15 or 18dBu 10kOhm ±10% >60 dB ±0.1dB ±0.1dB ±1.0dB < 3°
Conversion time, digital input to analog output 0.583 ms Noise (input short-circuit ) RMS full bandwidth < -109dBFS Noise (input short-circuit ) CCIR qpeak < -97dBFS
July 2004
Dynamic range ( -60 dB 1 kHz, band reject f.) Channel separation between any two inputs (15 kHz)
> 109dB > 100 dB
Output Number of outputs (mono) 4 Resolution 24 bit Output ref level +12, 15, 18 or 22dBu Output impedance, electronically balanced < 30Ohm Minimum load impedance (+18dBu out) 300Ohm Output CMRR (20Hz to 20kHz) >50 dB Output Asymmetrical (1kHz) <-40 dB Input frequency range relative to 1kHz (SF: 44k1 and 48k) 20Hz to 20kHz ±0.1dB Linearity 1kHz 0dBFS to -80dBFS ±0.1 dB -80dBFS to -110dBFS ±1.0 dB Phase difference between stereo L/R pairs (20Hz to 20kHz) <3° Conversion time, digital input to analog output 567µsec Output group delay difference between any 2 AES channels 250nsec Harmonic distortion, including noise 20Hz-20kHz, 0dBFS, R load 600 Ohm) <0.03% 1kHz, FS 18dBu, R load 600 Ohm) 0dBFS <0.008% -20dBFS <0.03% -60dBFS <3.0% Dynamic range (-60dBFS 1kHz, band reject f.) >103 dB Channel separation between any output (20Hz - 20kHz) >100 dB Data measured at 25°C amb. Temperature, without de-emphasis, FS=18dBu and balanced output.
NTP Technology A/S Poppelgårdvej 7- DK-2860 Søborg - Denmark Tel: + 45 44 53 11 88 / Fax: + 45 44 53 11 70 www.ntp.dk NTP Technology reserves the rights to make changes or improvements in manufacturing or design that may affect specifications.
625 Digital Switching System System Controller 625-151
General Description. The 625-151 System Controller handles the management of the Base Unit 625-80X. With its Ethernet the 625-151 controller provides an expandable platform to manage future communication and interface requirements for very large routing systems. The onboard DIMM PC is equipped with QNX real-time operation system. A flash-disk is holding all the controller software. A non-volatile memory keeps a copy of the actual connection status. The 625-151 board synchronises to the house 48 kHz AES sync. If the incoming sync signal is outside the AES master clock specification, the board will make automatically switch over to its own internal high precision clock.
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Features • Real-time operation system QNX • TCP/IP communication • Flash-disk for configuration storage • Remote diagnostics • Tracking of log files • Easy configuration & reconfiguration • Easy software updates • Browser interface • Two controller for redundant applications • Supports hot swap and automatic change over for full redundancy. • Maintenance via TCP/IP • 1 ports for general purpose use, RS232/422
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625 Digital Switching System AES/EBU I/O Card 625-170A
General Description.
The card is equipped with 4 balanced inputs and 4 balanced outputs for AES/EBU formatted signals (conforming to AES3-1992 specifications). Its function is to convert the incoming and outgoing signals between the AES/EBU signals and the TDM bus format. The sampling frequency of the incoming and outgoing signals is 48kHz and synchronized to the ref. sync of the system. However, inputs out of lock will normally be routed with only the occasional loss or repetition of a sample, providing the sampling frequency is within 48kHz ±12,5% (AES/EBU specification). User bits, channel bits, parity bits and validity bits can be routed transparently to other AES/EBU outputs. However, a non-transparent mode can be selected for special applications. In this case, a default channel status setting is applied to the output to ensure that the receiver of the following equipment is always able to lock on it. Optionally, a Sample Rate Converter module can be mounted on the board, accepting any input sample frequency between 10kHz and 48kHz. The card is equipped with relay contacts, to connect one output at the time, to the Output monitor bus. The 625-170A card is equipped with DSP power for making the following functions available; Level adjustment, mixing, summing (Stereo to Mono), modulation detection, phase shift, delay and various filter functions etc.
Specifications:
July 2004
Input Number of Inputs (Stereo) Input sample frequency without SRC Number of audio bits Input impedance, balanced floating (0,1 to 6MHz) Input signal level (Input accept signals with eye diagram According to AES3-1992) Input common mode rejection With Sample Rate Converter module Input sample frequency range Number of audio bits Dynamic range (20 Hz – 20 kHz at -60 dB input) Total harmonic distortion +noise (20 Hz – 20 kHz, full-scale input) Total harmonic distortion +noise (1 kHz, full-scale input)
4 48kHz 24bits 110Ω ±20% 0,2 Vpp to 7 Vpp No data errors with 7 Vpp common mode signal from DC to 20kHz 10kHz - 48kHz 20bits 120dB < 110dB < 110dB
Output Number of Output (Stereo) Output sample frequency Output impedance, balanced floating (0,1 to 6 MHz) Output signal level (Rload = 110Ω) Ouput common mode component (DC to 6MHz) Output data jitter
4 48kHz 110Ω ±20% Between 2 Vpp and 7 Vpp. Typical 4,5 Vpp More than 30dB below output signal Less than ±5 nses
Audio data format The system is bit to bit transparent, but only when there are no defined DSP functions that change the signal amplitude. Channel Status bit The system is transparent to the channel status bit when both signals in an AES/EBU signal comes from sources which are block-synchrone and there are no DSP functions in the signal route which might influence the channel status content. User bit The system is always transparent to user bit, except when the signal comes from an input with Sample Rate Converter.
NTP Technology A/S Poppelgårdvej 7- DK - 2860 Søborg - Denmark Tel: + 45 44 53 11 88 / Fax: + 45 44 53 11 70 www.ntp.dk NTP Technology reserves the rights to make changes or improvements in manufacturing or design that may affect specifications.
625 Digital Switching System Microphone Card 625-190B
General Description.
July 2004
The 625-190B Microphone input card is part of the 32-bit TDM Switching system type 625. The card is one of the latest developed cards in the 625 series equipped with 6 microphone inputs with very low-noise, integrated amplifiers. The input amplifiers are driven from a high (40V) supply voltage making the inputs tolerant to high common mode signals while maintaining the advantages of transformer less balanced inputs, such as low distortion and high overload level at low frequencies. The input gain can be switched from 0 to 70dB in steps of 10dB. Additional gain and fine gain adjustments is performed by the on-board DSP. All inputs are capable of delivering a 48V phantom supply (switchable). The A to D conversion is performed by high performance A/D converters which operate with 128 times over sampling, whereby anti-aliasing filters on the inputs are omitted. Specifications: Inputs (analogue to digital) : Number of inputs on the card Input sample frequency Resolution Full scale reference level @ 0 dB gain Gain range Differential input impedance Common mode input impedance (no phantom supply) Common mode input impedance (with phantom supply) Common mode input voltage, max. Input Common Mode Rejection 15KHz: Frequency response relative to 1KHz 20Hz to 20KHz Low cut filter responce Noise related to input (@ 200 Ohm termination): @ 0 dB gain @ 40 dB gain @ 70 dB gain Linearity 1KHz : 0 dBFS to B80 dBFS -80 dBFS to B100 dBFS -100dBFS to B120 dBFS Conversion related group delay Harmonic distortion, including noise: At -1dBFS (+17dBu in, 0dB Gain ) : 20Hz to 20 kHz At B20 dBFS (-2 dBu in): 20Hz to 20 KHz At B60 dBFS (-42 dBu in): 20Hz to 20 KHz Dynamic range: (-60 dB 1KHz measured w. bandpass filter) Channel separation between any input at equal gain setting Phantom supply
6 48kHz (x 128) 24-bits +15 or + 18dBu. Other levels at request. 0 - 70dB in steps of 10 dB (performed by hardware) > 10kOhm, electronic balanced > 200kOhm > 5kOhm 7V rms (20 V peak-peak) > 60dB ±0.15dB -3dB @ 20 / 40 Hz, 12 dB/octave -87dBu rms, Lin. 20Hz-20kHz -123dBu rms, Lin. 20Hz-20kHz -125dBu rms, Lin. 20Hz-20kHz ±0.1dB ±0.3dB ±2.0dB 0.85msec < Currently under test < Currently under test < Currently under test >106 dB > 100dB (20Hz to 15kHz) 48V +/- 10%
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625 Digital Switching System QUAD TDM-bus Card 625-531
General Description.
The 625-531 QUAD TDM-bus Receiver/Transmitter card handles four TDM-buses In and four TDM-buses Out and is part of the 32-bit 625 TDM Switching system. It fits into the 625-100D card frame as well as in the 625-800 card frames and is controlled by the Control card 625-150. The QUAD TDM-bus card is receiving and sending audio signals between other NTP 625 card frames and distribution the signals onto the internal TDM-bus inside each card frame. The transmission speed on each TDM-bus between card frames is 200Mb/s corresponding to 128 audio channels. The connection between card frames is for longer distance done via optical fibre.
Specifications: Output 1 to 4 Electrical TDM-bus connection ECL-like, earth free DC output <± 0,1V AC output 0,3 to 0,6 Vpeak, ter minated. tr, tf (20 – 80%) 0,5 – 2nS Jitter < 1nS
Electrical Transmitter for feed-through ECL-loke data receiver Floating earth free Output Voltage 0,6V peak in 50Ω load
Electrical Transmitter Output ECL-like isolated earth free 250MHz Output Voltage 0,6 Vpeak in 50Ω load
Connector type TDM-bus data 25 Pole mail, DIN 41494
Connector type Input/Output connector 25 pole male, sub-D DIN 41 494
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Input 1 to 4 Electrical Receiver ECL-like data receiver Floating earth free Isolation 2000 Vrms Input voltage range 100 mV to 1200 mV Data format 8B / 10B coded Data rate 261.12 Mb/s Input Impedance 150Ω ±10% Cable type CAT 5 UTP
NTP Technology A/S Poppelgårdvej 7- DK-2860 Søborg - Denmark Tel: + 45 44 53 11 88 / Fax: + 45 44 53 11 70 www.ntp.dk NTP Technology reserves the rights to make changes or improvements in manufacturing or design that may affect specifications.
625 Digital switching System QUAD Passive interface 625-540 QUAD Passive Interface
Description The 625-540 QUAD passive interface is used for interfacing the TDM bus in Base Unit 625-802 / 3 and 4. Each bus is serial connected and terminated at the last bus with 625-541 Termination. The maximum length of the patch cable (645-1xxx) is 100 cm.
Technical specification: Inputs Data rate: Connector:
270 Mbs ECL ballanced input RJ45 (110 ohm)
Outputs Data rate: Connector:
270 Mbs ECL ballanced input RJ45 (110 ohm)
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625-541 Termination
NTP Technology A/S
Poppelgürdvej 7- DK-2860 Søborg - Denmark Tel: + 45 44 53 11 88 / Fax: + 45 44 53 11 70 www.ntp.dk
NTP Technology reserves the rights to make changes or improvements in manufacturing or design that may affect specifications.
625 Digital Switching System DSP - GPI/O Card 625-671A
General Description.
July 2004
The 625-671A DSP - GPI/O card is part of the 32-bit TDM Switching system type 625. The card is one of the latest developed cards in the 625 series and the function of the card is to handle special DSP functions as opposed to the general DSP functions that already are available on the I/O cards. In case the DSP capacity of the available I/O cards in the system is unable to handle the required DSP functions, additional DSP cards can be added. Furthermore the card can optionally be added with a control input/output module which can be configured to have 12 relay outputs or 24 optocoupler inputs or a combination hereof. If configured with a mix of inputs and outputs each relay output (occupying two terminal pins) converts into two optocoupler inputs. The GPI/O General Purpose Input/Output can be used for machine start, external control of cross points, red light, warnings etc.
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AX 2 4 192 PHD
AX24 192 PHD brings you the most natural AD and DA conversion based on the exceptional design features of the AX24 Converter system. With the build in interface for Pro Tools HDTM the AX24 192 PHD is the ultimate front end for the recording system.
Key features
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8 Channel AD/DA conversion Direct connection to Pro Tools HDTM Remote control via Windows PC or Mac 192kHz sample rate, 24 bit Built in optional high quality Mic Pre amps Pro Tools PRE emulation and EuCon control
Configuration AX24 192 PHD is available in an 8 channel version with AD or DA only, or both AD and DA. On the AD input State-of-the-art Mic Pre amps can be installed providing an ulimate low-noise michrophone front end. AX24 192 PHD operates up to the 192 kHz sample rate, and has one digital interface – the DADI/O-PHD module. Even if more digital I/O modules are needed, like MADI or AES3, or if the sample rate needs to be 384 Khz, the unit can be upgraded to a standard AX24 Converter system.
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Applications
Connection to Pro Tools HD AX24 192 PHD is configured with one DADI/O-PHD digital I/O card. The card has two DigiLink interfaces for connection directly to the Pro Tools DSP cards. The AX24 192 PHD will appear in Pro Tools as a 192 I/O with 8 analog input channels and 8 analog output channels. Up to four AX24 192 PHD units can be connected to one DigiLink providing a total of 32 I/O channels at 192 kHz sampling frequency.
Remote Control
PHD I/O card
AX24 192 PHD is remote controlled via a RS-422/USB connection from a Windows or MAC OSX PC running the DADman control software. DADman can be automated by other applications via MIDI control or the Euphonix EuCon protocol on Ethernet. Using MIDI AX24 192 PHD can emulate a Pro Tools PRE, and via EuCon the AX24 can be controlled by the Euphonix 5MC, and MC Pro fader controllers. The sample rate of the AX24 192 PHD can be controlled directly by the Pro Tools project sample rate.
AX24 192 PHD configuration
Specifications Dynamic range, ADC (A) THD+N ADC (A) Dynamic range, DAC (A) THD+N DAC (A)
> 121 dB < 115 dB > 117 dB < 105 dB
NTP Technology A/S Nybrovej 99 2820 Gentofte Denmark T: +45 4596 8880 F: +45 4453 1170 E: ntp@ntp.dk
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Cross talk (A) < 120 dB Mic Equivalent noise (150R) < 130 dB Mic gain range -18 to +70 dB Mic gain step accuracy < 0,25 dB
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AES3 and MADI Routing
The PENTA 725 series is a new generation of audio routers from NTP Technology, enabling powerful audio router systems to be built on a modular basis. PENTA 725 has a capacity of 1024 x 1024 cross points with 64 channels of AES3 and up to 6 optical MADI- or router connection interfaces. PENTA 725 is housed in a 1U 19 inch chassis.
Compact and powerful router PENTA 725 series is based on a hardware platform, with an extremely powerful programmable router and DSP processing core. Internally the router core has a capacity of 1024x1024 cross points in order to handle all input and output connections simultaneously.
Advanced signal processing Signal processing is available in-line on all 1024 input and output channels. PENTA hardware provides signal related processing on all channels as well as a 1024 x 1024 summing system. The in-line processing can be configured with gain, dynamics, and equalizer processes, as well as level detection like PPM and loudness. The PENTA firmware can be upgraded with processing capability as new functionality is released.
Modular I/O configuration The I/O connections of PENTA 725 are configurable via license options.
TCP/IP control The PENTA 725 can be TCP/IP controlled via the 635-300 or the 625-151 controller or by client applications like BLISS and the VMC even from third party control systems. Two Ethernet ports are available for redundant network connection.
PENTA 725 Rear Panel
The PENTA 725 can operate as a stand-alone router in a Penta System with up to 7 units, or as a sub-router in a 625 system with one or two 625 links for redundant connection and full dual back-bone operation. The PENTA 725 series interfaces to AES3 via the rearpanel D-Sub connectors and to AES10 MADI via optical fibre. The 625 links have a capacity of 128 channels and can be interfaced via single-mode or multi-mode optical fibre or electrically on CAT5/6 cables. For the MADI and 625 links, the interface type is selected by installing the relevant SFP electrical or optical I/O modules in the interface connectors on the rear panel of the unit. The PENTA 725 operates as standard with 48 kHz sample rate. Versions to come of the PENTA 725 series can operate on any standard sample rate from 44.1 up to 192 kHz.
The PENTA 725 can be synchronised either to the internal clock oscillators, to the 625/725 link signal or to an external AES11 reference signal. The synchronisation signal is applied on the 9 pin D-sub female connector on the rear panel. An AES3 output is available for true monitoring of all inputs and outputs of the router core. The monitor signal is available on the 9 pin D-sub male connector on the rear panel. The PENTA 725 offers full hardware redundancy, with two power supplies incorporated as standard. The power supply unit can be accessed from the front of the chasis. If the unit needs to be changed during operation temporary power can be applied via the 12V DC power connector on the rear panel.
Powerful Router Core
The PENTA 725 incorporates NTP’s newly developed FlexAudioCore® System. FlexAudioCore is a hardware TDM bus structure implemented in an ultra fast FPGA system capable of routing more than 1000 mono channels simultaneously, in fact it is only limited by the speed and size of the FPGA. The FlexAudioCore also handles DSP functions on up to 1024 channels simultaneously, which can have various sample rates and synchronisation. Thus providing an extremely powerful router and DSP processing system. The FlexAudioCore has a dedicated FPGA controller handling the cross point and DSP control, as well as the synchronisation and channel delay alignment for the audio channels. All audio signals are interfaced to the core as point-to-point connections. Two router core boards can be installed in the unit to provide full redundant operation. The router core boards are hot swappable and accessible via the front panel. No cabling needs to be removed in order to change the boards.
Router core board with two SRC slots
In case of a failure on the active router core board, the reserve board can take over the operation without any interruption of the routed signals.
The two router boards share a common interface to the external cabling and both boards can access all signals.
Sample Rate Converters are available as options for the AES3 and MADI interface and are installed as separate boards on the router board. Two SRC boards can be installed each with 32 AES3 channels available.
Flexible Configuration
The PENTA 725 has a maximum capacity of 1024 channels divided as:
The I/O connections of PENTA 725 can be configured and expanded modularly by installing license options in the controller system of the unit.
• 625/725 Link I/O • Internal SRC insert bus • AES3 I/O
The I/O options comprise 1 or 2 32 AES3 I/O connections and/or 1, 2, 3 or 4 MADI I/O connections.
The MADI and AES3 interface alone has a total of 512 channels. The table below shows the relationship between the number of MADI and AES3 channels, and the related number of 625/725 links for interconnection to other NTP routers.
There are a total of 6 MADI and/or 625/725 Link I/O ports available on the PENTA 725.
768 channels 128 channels 128 channels
AES3/MADI
0 x MADI
1 x MADI = 64 mono channels
2 x MADI = 128 mono channels
4 x MADI = 256 mono channels
6 x MADI = 384 mono channels
Available 625/725 links
6
5
4
2
0
1 x 32 AES3 = 64 mono channels
64x64
128x128
192x192
320x320
448x448
2 x 32 AES3 = 128 mono channels
128x128
192x192
256x256
384x384
512x512
64x64
128x128
256x256
384x384
0 x AES3
AES3 and MADI I/O combinations
System Configuration
PENTA 725 as sub-router in a 625 system The 625 hotlink protocol is implemented in PENTA 725, and the unit can work as a sub router connected to the 625 system via an optical, or electrical, interface for connecting 128 channels of AES3 or MADI audio signal. Two connections are possible for redundant interfacing and dual back bone operation. The PENTA 725 is fully integrated in the NTP RCCoreV3 router control system, and can be adapted to the system data base and controlled via the VMC or BLISS software clients.
PENTA 725 router system Up to 7 PENTA 725 can be connected in a system providing a matrix of a total of 896 simultaneous AES3 I/O channels. Any combination of 2-7 units can be interconnected to provide the optimal router size. The PENTA 725 units are fully controlled by the NTP RCCoreV3 router control system, by using the NTP 635-300 as a controller and server.
PENTA 725 main router PENTA 725 systems can be implemented with a main/sub router structure which can also operate in a redundant dual backbone setup. One PENTA 725 can connect up to 6 sub router nodes providing a matrix with a total of 896 AES3 or 768 MADI I/O channels. The main router can be placed centrally and the sub nodes can be placed decentrally in studios. All nodes are connected to the main router via optical fibre. A redundant dual backbone system can be established using two PENTA 725 routers in a main and back-up reserve configuration. Each router is individually connected to the sub routers providing redundant connection for all I/O.
Specifications:
• Up to 6 bidirectional 625 Links with 128 channels at 48 kHz on optical single mode / multi mode / balanced electrical interface.
• Up to 6 bidirectional MADI links, acc. to AES10 with optical single mode / multi mode / balanced electrical interface.
• 64 stereo bidirectional AES3 links on 6 x 64 pin D-sub connectors.
Dual controller/server 635-300
VMC
PC
Reserve
Main
PENTA 725
PENTA 725
Hotlink optical fibre Sub 1
PENTA 725
Sub 2
PENTA 725
(Up to 6 sub nodes)
• 1 AES3 audio monitor with true monitoring on all input and output
• Sample rates 48 kHz with optional SRC on all AES3 and MADI I/O
• External synchorisation via link interface or AES 11 • Redundant 90-264 VAC mains power supply • Signal processing for gain, dynamics, EQ and summing • PPM and loudness level detection
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