Amethyst MPEG-2 Redundancy Switcher - TBC Integration

Amethyst
MpeG-2 redundancy switcher
For applications requiring a fast and
efficient 1+1 redundancy switcher, our
amethyst family provides a scalable and
intelligent way to protect your digital
tV (dtV) network—and keep it up and
running.
Thomson solutions include MPEG
test, measurement, and monitoring
solutions that are deployed in R&D labs,
manufacturing facilities, and broadcast
and transmission sites worldwide. This
advanced portfolio of products ranges
from player/recorders to high-end
analyzers, monitors, switchers, and test
equipment for field engineers.
As part of these solutions, our Amethyst
family offers the utmost in performance,
flexibility, and operating modes to
increase the robustness of your
broadcast and transmission chains—and
ensure that your MPEG-2 transport
stream can be properly decoded.
To maximize uptime, the Amethyst line
features a rugged platform equipped
with dual power supplies and plugs for
increased reliability. When switching,
the platform maintains MPEG transport
stream synchronization at its output,
providing an improved quality of service.
Available in starter and advanced
models, the Amethyst line monitors
two continuous feeds at all times
and provide a quantum leap in smartswitching
technology. It achieves this
performance by combining leading-edge
KEY FEATURES
• Standalone 1+1 switch for DVB and
ATSC signals
• Full real-time analysis of both inputs
• Active and passive switching modes
• Smart bypass for secures, power-free
operation
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MPEG-2 DVB and ATSC transport stream
analysis capabilities within a single
switching solution.
Robust, Highly Configurable
Testing
The Amethyst switcher line supports a
variety of tests depending on your unique
requirements. You can individually select
and configure these tests through an
easy to use graphical user interface. For
example, it’s easy to select and set error
severity criteria as well as a persistence
time to avoid unwanted switching when
transitory events occur.
The Amethyst also supports TR 101 290
tests (priority 1/2/3), which enable a
complete health status check of your
digital DVB network. It also supports
testing and monitoring models that
provide the same level of comprehensive
information as TR 101 290 testing
for ATSC environments. To improve
redundancy, template checking of
expected packet IDs, rate limits, and/or
the scrambling status of various critical
program components is available.
An optional, easy-to-read, monitoring
view is also available.
• Fault relays provides contact closure
alarms and switch status
• Monitoring output
• Redundant power supplies with dual
feeds
• TR 101 290 analysis
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Two Operating Modes
The Amethyst platform supports two
operating modes. Its main/spare mode
ensures an automatic return from
spare to main upon a valid result. Its
redundancy mode ensures no switching
takes place while the current input
remains valid. Regardless of the mode
you choose, the smart bypass capability
of the switcher uses high-frequency
relays to guarantee service continuity. It
memorizes and maintains the last valid
input as the main output—even in the
case of power failure.
Remote/Local Configuration and
Supervision
The Amethyst switchers have an
embedded Ethernet 10/100Base-T port
and contain a fully configured Web
server that you can access remotely
through any standard browser. It also
provides a complete display of switching
configurations along with easy-to read
input/output status information, error-log
data, and bit-rate graphics.
The Amethyst embeds a SNMP agent
for centralized management applications.
For easy local control, the Amethyst
advanced switcher features a graphical
front panel and versatile input keyboard.
• GPI interfaces for external switching
control
• Template checking for services plan
validation
• Fully integrated, 1 RU design
• Integrated with Thomson
management system

AmETHYST EnviRonmEnT
SpEciFicATionS
Input/Output
• 2 ASI inputs, 4 ASI outputs:
— I/O bit rates up to 200 Mb/s
on ASI
• 2 SMPTE-310M, 4 SMPTE-310M:
— I/O bit rates up to 19 Mb/s on
SMPTE-310M
• Monitoring and smart bypass outputs
• Active and passive switching
• Automatic byte or packet-mode
detection
• Relay contact closure for power
supply, temperature, and input signal
alarms
• GPI interface for external switch
trigger
HEAdqUARTERS
Thomson Worldwide Headquarters
46 Quai A. Le Gallo
92648 Boulogne Cedex
FRANCE
Encoding & Multiplexing Equipment
AMETHYST Remote Control
Physical Characteristics
• 1 RU x 19"
(44 mm high x 482 mm
wide x 525 mm deep)
• Weight: 9 kg (19.8 lbs.)
• 110 – 240V AC, 50 – 60 Hz power
supply
Operating Modes
• Main/spare mode: automatic return
from spare to main when valid
• Redundancy mode: no switching
while current input remains valid
• Smart bypass using high-frequency
relays guarantees service continuity
even in the case of power failure
Environmental Conditions
Operating temperature: 5° to 50°C
(32° to 122°F)
AMETHYST
Advanced Switcher
LAN/WAN
pRoFESSionAl SERvicES
oRdERing inFoRmATion
TNM-7122-A
ATSC Advanced Switcher –
ASI input/output
TMN-7122-D
DVB Advanced Switcher –
ASI input/output
TNM–7112-A
ATSC Starter switcher –
ASI input/output
TNM–7112-D
DVB Starter switcher –
ASI input/output
TNM-7190
High-speed board for SI/PSIP servers,
up to 80 Mb/s of SI/PSIP analysis, only
for TNM-7122-X (X = A (ATSC) or D (DVB))
Our professional services offerings ensure optimal system performance and maximize
uptime. These services include call centers staffed around the clock; system planning,
design, and commissioning; professional training courses; and technical maintenance
programs and service agreements.
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Amethyst Family
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SMART BYPASS
SMART OUTPUT
MONITORED OUTPUT
Features Amethyst Starter Amethyst Advanced
ATSC & DVB compliance X X
Full real-time analysis of both inputs X X
Actve & passive switching mode X X
Smart bypass for secured, power-free operation X X
Monitoring output X X
TR 101 290 analysis prioriy 1 X X
TR 101 290 analysis prioriy 2 Optional X
TR 101 290 analysis prioriy 3 Optional X
Template checking Optional X
Redundant power supplies with dual feeds X X
LCD front panel with keypad N/A X
TR 101 290
TR 101 290
TNM-7190
TR 101 290 supervision view, only for
TNM-7112-X
TNM-7193
TR 101 290 priority 1 & 2, only for
TNM-7112-X
TNM-7194
TR 101 290 priority 1, 2, & 3, only for
TNM-7112-X
TNM-7195
Template checking, only for TNM-7112-X
TNM-7122-A310
ATSC Advanced Switcher –
SMPTE-310M input/output
TNM-7112-A310
ATSC Starter Switcher –
SMPTE-310M input/output
FinAncing
Financing is available through Thomson
financial services. Please contact your
products representative for more details.