TRINIX BROADLINX SOFTWARE Release Notes Software Version 3.3.
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TRINIX BROADLINX SOFTWARE Release Notes Software Version 3.3.
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Contents Broadlinx Release Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Interoperability Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 New Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Version 3.3.0 SEPTEMBER 2011 Broadlinx Release Notes Purpose This document provides information about the new features and the software installation instructions for the 3.3.0 software release of the Broadlinx software. Grass Valley strongly recommends that 256x512 Routing switcher owners update to the 3.3.0 release. Interoperability Requirements • Any Encore system that is newer than the 1.7.3 version. • Any Jupiter system. • The 2.0.13 version of NetConfig or newer.
Version 3.3.0 New Features The 3.3.0 version of the Broadlinx software supports the following features: • Support for the Trinix 512x1024 Asymmetric Frame • Support for new boards • Improved Installation process These features are described in detail below. Note All 256x512 frames with TRX-DM256-3G matrix cards must be updated to the 3.3.0 (or later) release of Broadlinx to avoid the input_in_frame equation interpreting the 256x512 frame as a 128x128 frame.
New Features Figure 2. Broadlinx Web Page for the Input board Support for New Boards The 3.3.0 version of Broadlinx supports the new innovative boards that Grass Valley offers, the Trinix Multiviewer and the Fiber Optic option. Figure 3.
Version 3.3.0 Improved Installation Process The steps needed to update a Trinix frame during installation have been reduced. Broadlinx now compares the micro-controller versions. If there is a difference between the Active (installed) code and the Pending (to be installed) version, the Status light will turn red. The firmware will be updated for each type of board at the same time instead of each individual board.
Replacing Trinix Boards Replacing Trinix Boards When replacing Trinix boards, you should keep in mind that there was a change in the VIT timing. This change was made to accommodate the additional processing delay of 10.3 micro-seconds in the new 3G matrix cards. The VIT signals generated from the NR and SR cards were advanced by 10.3 micro-seconds. All of the legacy matrix/output cards VIT timing will be delayed by the same amount of time.
Version 3.3.0 Software Installation CAUTION Installation of this upgrade will interrupt video signals passing through the system. The length of this interruption will vary depending on system size and specific procedures used. Users of this equipment should consult with Grass Valley Technical Support personnel before proceeding. Introduction The Broadlinx firmware is installed and updated using Compact Flash cards.
Software Installation Caveats Before starting the Installation process, please read the following: • All frames with TRX-DM256-3G matrix cards MUST be updated to the 3.3.0 (or later) release of Broadlinx. For example, the 256x512, 512x512, and the 512x1024. • Web tools such as NetConfig cannot be used to install versions prior to the 3.2.0 version of Broadlinx. The 2.0.13 version of NetConfig or newer must be used. • Protected paths are not monitored during firmware updates.
Version 3.3.0 Copying the Broadlinx Software to the CF Using a CF Reader This process assumes that a Compact Flash (CF) card reader has been connected to the workstation. If not, see the Installation instructions that came with the CF card reader. Note Grass Valley recommends that you format your CF card to the FAT16 format. For more information, see Formatting the Compact Flash Card with the FAT16 Format on page 31. Follow these steps to update a CF with the latest version of Broadlinx: 1.
Software Installation You MUST do one of the following options when you are adding a new HD board to a Trinix router that is running Broadlinx 2.4.2 or older: Note Selecting one of these options will insure that switches occur at the correct timing position. See Replacing Trinix Boards on page 11. • Update the Trinix router to Broadlinx 3.0.1 or newer (most preferred).
Version 3.3.0 Figure 5. Battery location on the NR-33000. Battery terminal location 071828316-BATTERY CONNECTION 2. Insert the Compact Flash card into the slot on the Broadlinx board and then insert the Broadlinx board into the frame. Broadlinx will then inventory the boards that are in the frame. Figure 6. NR-33000 (Broadlinx board) Controls.
Software Installation The Broadlinx Firmware Management page displays the following: • The possible types of PC boards • The version of the Broadlinx software that is presently associated with each type of board that is installed • The versions of top-level software packages that are present in the Broadlinx board • The compatibility Status of these software elements. An example of this table is shown in the figure below (Figure 7).
Version 3.3.0 2. Write down the time displayed for future reference. 3. Click the OK button. The Broadlinx: Updating firmware status window will then appear: Figure 9. The Broadlinx: Updating Firmware Status Window The new software will then be copied from the NR-33000 (Broadlinx board) to each board that requires an update. This process can take from several minutes to a half an hour or more.
Software Installation Figure 10. The Broadlinx: Updating Firmware Status Window - Update Completed Click this button The Broadlinx web page will then indicate “Post Completed.” 5. Navigate to the Firmware Management page. The Restart button will now appear near the bottom of the page. (The display may vary from the example that is shown in Figure 11.) Figure 11. The Restart Button on the Firmware Management Screen The cards must be restarted to use the new firmware. 6.
Version 3.3.0 Figure 12. The Restart Caution Popup CAUTION Clicking the OK button will cause a momentary interruption to video passing through the Routing switcher. Clicking the Cancel button, while not advised, will stop the restart process allowing you to restart the board during a scheduled service time. However, the new software will not be applied until the boards are restarted. 7. Click the OK button. The Post Complete window will then reappear. 8. Navigate to the Firmware Management page.
Software Installation Updating Systems with Two Broadlinx Boards This section describes the steps for updating existing Broadlinx boards. The Installation process uses the Broadlinx Firmware Management Web page. These steps are described below. Note Using Telnet or a Console session during an firmware update can cause the update to fail. Follow these steps to update all the boards within the frame (except an active NR-33000 board): 1.
Version 3.3.0 Figure 15. NR-33000 (Broadlinx board) Controls. NR board left ejector lever Flash module Reset button Flash module ejector button Activate button and "Active" LED Using the Web Page Navigate to the Broadlinx Web page to complete updating the firmware. Note Do not press the Browser's Refresh button (or press F5 on your keyboard) during the installation. A redrawing issue may occur with the 512x1024 routing switcher's Web page.
Software Installation Figure 16. The Firmware Management Screen Older firmware The installed version of Broadlinx Some of the Status lights, in the Status column, will be red following an installation using a Compact Flash card (Figure 16). This indicates that the software that is currently running in the module is different (or older) than the software that was just installed. The new software should be activated by following the instructions provided below. Activating Software 1.
Version 3.3.0 Figure 18. The Broadlinx: Updating Firmware Status Window The new software will then be copied from the NR-33000 (Broadlinx board) to each board that requires an update. This process can take from several minutes to a half an hour or more. • When updating systems with two NR boards, the NR performing the update will not install the software onto itself.
Software Installation Figure 19. The Broadlinx: Updating Firmware Status Window - Update Completed Click this button The Broadlinx web page will then indicate “Post Completed.” 4. Navigate to the Firmware Management page. The Restart button will now appear near the bottom of the page. Figure 20. The Restart Button on the Firmware Management Screen The cards must be restarted to use the new firmware. 5. Click the Restart button, which is shown above in Figure 20.
Version 3.3.0 Figure 21. The Restart Caution Popup CAUTION Clicking the OK button will cause a momentary interruption to video passing through the Routing switcher. Clicking the Cancel button, while not advised, will stop the restart process allowing you to restart the board during a scheduled service time. However, the new software will not be applied until the boards are restarted. 6. Click the OK button. The Post Complete window will then reappear.
Software Installation Figure 22. The Firmware Management Screen Broadlinx Status is Red 3. Click the Activate button in the lower right side. The board will be updated similar to the process described when updating the first board. 4. Navigate to the Firmware Management page. The Restart button will now appear near the bottom of the page. (The display may vary from the example that is shown in Figure 23.) Figure 23.
Version 3.3.0 Figure 24. The Restart Caution Popup CAUTION Clicking the OK button will cause a momentary interruption to video passing through the Routing switcher. Clicking the Cancel button, while not advised, will stop the restart process allowing you to restart the board during a scheduled service time. However, the new software will not be applied until the boards are restarted. 6. Click the OK button. The Post Complete window will then reappear. 7. Navigate to the Firmware Management page.
Software Installation Licensing SNMP on Both Broadlinx Boards SNMP is licensed for a frame type using the hardware Ethernet address (MAC Address) of the Broadlinx or NR33000 processor. To license SNMP use the Enter License Key option from the Configuration web page on both boards with the specific key for each board. An alternative to licensing both boards is to enable inter-board communications to save the license key from the active board that has been licensed to the standby board.
Version 3.3.0 Figure 26. Example The SNMP Keys status Ensure that the SNMP key and the master SNMP key values are the same. The value for the SNMP keys shown in this example are for the frame type rather than the encrypted key number that was entered on the Web page. If zero is shown, no SNMP key has been set.
Software Installation Formatting the Compact Flash Card with the FAT16 Format These steps describe the steps needed to reformat your Compact Flash (CF) card to the FAT16 format, which will decrease the time it takes to ”boot” or start up. The FAT16 format will check all the file entries in less time than the FAT32 format. When you format the CF, a warning will appear that indicates that the format may not be compatible with older versions of Windows because of the large allocation size.
Version 3.3.0 Figure 28. The Format Option The Format dialog will then appear (Figure 29). Figure 29. The Format Dialog 5. Enter a preferred name in the Volume label field. 6. Select FAT from the File system drop-down list. 7. Select Default from the Allocation unit size drop-down list. 8. Click the OK button. A popup will appear (Figure 30). Figure 30. Format Warning Click the OK button.
Software Installation Installation FAQ The installation process seems to have stopped If no activity is being shown on the Progress bar, and the time has exceeded the estimated time by 20%, check the LED on the door of the frame on which the installation is being preformed. • If the LED is green, Restart Web browser. • If the LED is red, Open the door and see which board has a red LED. Then start a Telnet session to check the alarm conditions on the board.
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