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7720AD8-DD-HD

HD/SD Audio De-embedder & Dolby-E™/AC-3 Decoder & Re-embedder

VistaLINK® enabled Dolby Partner Evertz IntelliGain® Enabled

The 7720AD8-DD-HD Audio De-embedder and Dolby® Decoder & Re-embedder extracts embedded audio from 4 specified groups as defined by SMPTE ST 299-1 from a 1.5Gb/s serial HDTV or as defined by SMPTE ST 272 from a 270Mb/s serial SDTV video signal.

One selected channel is processed by the on-card Dolby Decoder. If the channel contains Dolby-E or Dolby Digital (AC-3), it will yield up to 8 additional discrete audio channels, 2 channels of stereo downmix and the associated Dolby-E metadata. Up to 16 selected channels may be optionally delayed up to 1.2 seconds and re-embedded into the output video and/or directed to AES outputs. Video output may be optionally delayed to help with lip sync. If PCM audio is embedded, the device acts as a simple 4 group audio de-embedder.

This device also handles the Dolby-E Metadata. Metadata is optionally embedded in VANC and can be provided as an output for downstream devices (i.e. Dolby-Encoders, Multichannel Audio Tool, etc.). Metadata can be monitored using VistaLINK® and dial norm parameters can be modified.

For lip sync cohesion and ease of editing, Dolby-E data is organized in blocks with lengths matching the associated video frame. The decoder will match the beginning of each output block with the start of video, as provided with the genlock input. Additional delay can be dialed up by the user, up to 1.2 sec. The 8 AES inputs can be configured as a backup, in the event the primary is lost, or as a voice-over source.

VistaLINK® enables control and configuration capabilities via Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). This offers the flexibility to manage the module status monitoring and configuration from SNMP enabled control systems such as Evertz VistaLINK® PRO locally or remotely.

Features

  • Audio de-embedder and re-embedder for 4 groups of audio
  • Dolby® E/AC-3 decoding for selected audio source
  • Dolby Metadata is embedded in HD VANC for downstream device decoding
  • 8 AES inputs for backup, voice-over or Dolby-E/AC-3 content
  • Adjustable video delay to match Dolby decoder audio delay
  • Automatic switchover to backup audio source on loss of selected Dolby stream
  • Headphone jack for monitoring stereo down-mix or any input source
  • Two full audio mixers with 16 output channels
  • Card edge display
  • VistaLINK® capable for remote monitoring and control via SNMP (using VistaLINK® PRO) when installed in 7800FR frame with a 7700FC VistaLINK® Frame Controller
    • Inputs
    • Program input supporting both HD (1.5Gb/s) and SD (270Mb/s)
    • Reference input supporting NTSCM, PAL-B and tri-level for meta data phasing
    • 8 AES inputs for backup/voice-over source
    • Metadata input
    • Outputs
    • 2 processed HD outputs (1 protected with bypass relay)
    • 8 AES de-embedded and processed outputs
    • 1 DB-9 Dolby metadata (RS-422/485) on same connector as input
    • Card Edge LED's
    • Module Status
    • Video Signal presence
    • Selected audio group presence
    • Dolby decoder processing status
    • Genlock health/compatibility
    • AES signal presence
Block Diagram Block Diagram

Specifications

Serial Video Input
StandardSMPTE ST 292-1 (1080i/60, 1080i/59.94, 1080i/50, 1080p/30(sF), 1080p/29.97(sF), 1080p/25(sF), 1080p/24(sF), 1080p/23.98(sF), 720p/50, 720p/60, 720p/59.94, 1035i/60, 1035i/59.94)
SMPTE ST 259-C (270Mb/s) 525 or 625 line component
ConnectorBNC per IEC 61169-8 Annex A
Equalization
HD115m @1.5Gb/s with Belden 1694A
SD300m @270MB/s with Belden 1694A
Processed Serial Video Output
StandardSame as input or user controlled
Number of Outputs2
ConnectorBNC per IEC 61169-8 Annex A
Signal Level800mV nominal
DC Offset0V ±0.5V
Rise and Fall TimePer standard
Overshoot< 10% of amplitude
Wide Band Jitter
HD< 0.16UI
SD< 0.10UI
Metadata Input/Output
TypeDolby-E Metadata SMPTE RDD6
ConnectorFemale DB-9
Baud Rate115,200 baud
VANC EmbeddingSMPTE ST 2020
AES Audio Input
StandardSMPTE ST 276
Number of Inputs8 unbalanced
ConnectorFemale High Density DB-15 (breakout cable to BNC provided)
Input Level0.1 to 2.5V p-p (5V p-p tolerant)
Input Impedance75Ω
Return Loss> 25dB 100kHz to 6MHz
EqualizationAutomatic to 1000m with Belden 1694A (or equivalent) @ 48kHz AES signal
Sample Rate32kHz to 48kHz
AES Audio Output
StandardSMPTE ST 276, single ended AES
Number of Outputs8 unbalanced
ConnectorFemale High Density DB-15 (breakout cable to BNC provided)
Sample Rate48kHz
Impedance75Ω
ResolutionUp to 24-bit
Genlock Input
TypeNTSC, PAL, black or any tri-level, all autodetect
Number of Inputs1
ConnectorBNC per IEC 61169-8 Annex A
ImpedanceHi-Z or 75Ω (jumper configurable)
Return Loss> 40dB to 10MHz
Electrical
Voltage+12V DC
Power21 Watts
EMI/RFIComplies with FCC Part 15 Class A, EU EMC Directive
Physical
Number of Slots
7800FR frame mounting2
7701FR frame mounting1

Ordering Information

NotesRequires 7700FC for full module control
7720AD8-DD-HDHD/SD Audio De-embedder & Dolby-E™/AC-3 Decoder & Re-embedder
Ordering Options
NotesRear plate must be specified at time of order - eg: [model]+3RU
+IGIntelliGain™ Loudness Processor
Rear Plate Suffix
+3RU3RU rear plate for use with 7800FR, 7801FR, 7700FR-C or 350FR Multiframes
+1RU1RU rear plate for use with 7701FR Multiframe
+SAStandalone Enclosure Rear Plate
Enclosures
350FRPortable Multiframe which holds 7 modules
7700FR-C3RU Multiframe which holds 15 modules
7800FR3RU Multiframe which holds 15 modules
7701FR1RU Multiframe which holds 3 modules
S7701FR7700 Series Standalone Enclosure
Accessories
7700FCVistaLINK® Frame Controller
CP-2116ESystem Control Panel, One Touchscreen LCD and 16 LCD Buttons
CP-2232ESystem Control Panel, 2RU, Two Touchscreen LCDs and 32 LCD Buttons
WPAES8-BNCM-6FWPAES8-BNCM-6F cable (included)
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