MODEL

NVISION 8500
ENTERPRISE CLASS ROUTERS

New Fiber Connectivity and Hybrid cards for disembedding/embedding digtal audio

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NVISION 8500 Enterprise Class
Multi-format, Digital Video / Audio Router (3 Gbps / HD / SD / ASI / AES)
The NVISION 8500 multi-format, digital video/audio routers offer highly resilient 3Gbps / HD / SD / ASI / AES
performance. The routers provide de-embedded/emdedded audio shuffling, patented N-on-1 redundant crosspoint
technology, linear expandability, superior performance over coaxial cable or optical fiber, and exceptional cooling
design. Available in five frame types, the NVISION 8500 family routers have a scalable, expandable architecture
which supports high-density matrixes, ranging from 9 x 18 to 1152 x 1152.

Key Features and Benefits

MULTI-FORMAT, DIGITAL VIDEO/AUDIO ROUTING ULTRA-RESILIENT DESIGN

P 3Gbps (1080p and 3D stereoscopic) P Patented n-on-1 crosspoint redundancy
P HD P Front loading with hot swappable power supplies, input, output,
P SD controller and crosspoint modules, and speed controlled fans
P ASI P Small failure block: input card block is 9, output card blocks is 18
P AES audio P SNMP support - integrated signal monitoring
P Router can be configured as video only, audio only or a mixture of the
two in one frame UNPARALLELED SIGNAL INTEGRITY
P Hybrid video/audio - Up to 16 channels of mono audio disembedding/ P Designed for superior performance with coaxial cable for longer runs
embedding per video signal (see diagram on page 10) P Optical fiber connectivity for long distance cable runs in matrixes
144 x 144 to 1152 x 1152
SCALEABLE, EXPANDABLE ARCHITECTURE • Single Mode 1310nm technology
P Supports matrixes from 144 x 144 to 1152 x 1152 • LC Connector
P NVISION 8144: 144 x 144 in single 8RU frame • SFP Optical Modules with dual receivers or dual transmitters
P NVISION 8280: 288 x 576 in a single 16RU frame
P NVISION 8280-Plus: 288 x 288 in a single 16RU frame HIGHLY FLEXIBLE AUTOMATED / MANUAL CONTROL
(expandable to 576 x 576 in two frames) P Wide range of remote control panels: traditional hardware and
P NVISION 8576: 576 x 1152 in a single 32RU frame GUI- based
P NVISION 8576-Plus: 576 x 576 in a single 32RU frame P Enhanced control when router used with NVISION 9000 Control
(expandable to 1152 x 1152 in two frames) System - supports many third-party control system protocols
P Hybrid video/audio matrices with embedded audio can be configured P Simultaneous router control by external automation, facility control
to provide up to 1024 video inputs and outputs, each with 16 mono systems, and NVISION control systems
audio channels providing a combined 1024 square video and 16,384 P Operational consistency across NVISION product line
square mono audio router in two 32RU frames (see page 10)

9 Inputs Card 18 Outputs Card

Small inputs/outputs blocks limit risk

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NVISION 8500 family of routers

Enterprise Class Routers

Digital Video/Audio Audio Control

NVISION 8500 NVISION 7512 NVISION 5256
3Gbps, HD, SDI, ASI, AES, Stereo Analog, Machine Control
AES Time Code, MADI

Five Matrix Sizes 14RU with External PSU 8RU with Internal PSU
P 144 x 144 P 576 x 1152 P 512 x 512 AES in single frame P 256 ports in 1 frame
P 288 x 576 P 1152 x 1152 P Linear Expansion to 4096 x 4096 P 512 ports in 2 frames
(Mono) P Patented
P 576 x 576

NVISION 8500 (3Gbps / HD / SD / ASI / AES)

8144 frames 8280 frames 8576 frames

8RU with PSU 16RU + PSU 32RU + PSU

NVISION 8144 NVISION 8280 NVISION 8576

P 144 x 144 in 1 Frame P 288 x 576 in 1 Frame P 576 x 1152 in 1 Frame

NVISION 8280 Plus NVISION 8576 Plus

P 288 x 288 in 1 Frame P 576 x 576 in 1 Frame
P 576 x 576 in 2 Frames P 1152 x 1152 in 2 Frames

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NVISION 8500: flexibility and resilience
Multi-format flexibility
Multi-format routing includes support for 3Gbps, HD, and SD video plus AES audio within the same frame.
The Enterprise Class routers can be configured as video only, audio only or a mixture of the two. This
flexible architecture allows systems to be customized to the individual needs of the facility.

Future-proof product design

Based on a foundation of technology firsts, the NVISION range’s scalable router technology platform
enables future-proofing of the system. You can create customized router systems with the features and
functionality needed for today’s requirements, expanding capabilities over time to meet future growth.

Advanced router technology

The NVISION 8500 advanced router platform technologies include: n-on-1 redundant crosspoints, rear
passive connection schemes for 1.5 and 3 Gbps SDI signals, linear expansion for high-speed serial video
routers, and error-free operation for all digital data up to 1.5 and 3Gbps.

N-on-1
N-on-1 crosspoint redundancy
Patented n-on-1 crosspoint redundancy provides a zero downtime capability, with a back-up system for
the largest possible impact block in the router. The scalable design of the NVISION 8500 family includes
high density 3Gbps crosspoint modules to create a 576 x 576 crosspoint array. The NVISION 8576 supports
a matrix size of up to 576 x 1152, while the NVISION 8576-Plus system can be configured with two
interconnected frames to support a non-blocking matrix of up to 1152 x 1152.

Ideal for operation with multi-viewers

The NVISION 8500 Enterprise Class routers are ideal for feeding multi-viewers like the Kaleido-X. The
routers’ rectangular matrix enables large multi-viewer installations to be supported, without sacrificing the
core square matrix outputs. The NVISION 8500 crosspoint redundancy maintains protection of all router
paths, including multi-viewer feeds.

Scalable architecture
The NVISION 8500 family’s scalable architecture allows you to build systems of any size. Linear expandability
eliminates costly, space consuming external input distribution fan-outs and output secondary switching
altogether. A field proven, internally integrated active linear expansion capability removes the inherent
termination problems of external passive splitters and combiners. The result is greater system signal
integrity with fewer signal errors and bigger loss budgets. Additionally, high density packaging maximizes
available rack space while simplifying systems engineering, without sacrificing functionality. Available in
five frame types, the NVISION Enterprise Class routers’ scalable, expandable architecture supports high-
density matrixes, starting at 9 x 18 in a single 8RU frame to 1152 x 1152 in two 32RU frames.

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Unmatched scalability and signal integrity

Highly integrated video and audio routing
Hybrid routing technology offers the unique ability to disembed up to 16 channels of audio per video
signal and embed them into a different video signal. This is all done internal to the router with minimal
delay. Significant cost savings can be enjoyed with the elimination of the external equipment normally
required to perform this task as well as improving operational efficiencies by simplifying the workflow of
a facility.

Unparalleled signal integrity

Superior performance over coaxial cable lets you fully exploit cost-effective coaxial cable for shorter runs.
Optical fiber connectivity is available for long distance operation.

Linear expansion reduces cost of ownership

The NVISION 8576 and NVISION 8280 Plus can be easily expanded in the field by simply adding a second
frame and the appropriate front plug-in modules. Linear expandability eliminates the need for secondary
switching matrixes or distribution amplifiers.

Unique fault-tolerant design

The NVISION 8500 Enterprise Class routers are designed for reliability, fault tolerance and redundancy. All
input and output modules, crosspoint modules, power supplies, controllers, and fans are front accessible
and hot swappable. No rear cables need to be removed for servicing or maintenance. Power supplies are
fully redundant with continuous load sharing between supplies.

High density cable management

The use of high density cable connectors on large routers provide densities two to three times that of
conventional BNCs, and lets you fully exploit cost-effective coaxial cable for shorter runs, along with major
rack-space savings.

Powerful router control systems

Field proven in hundreds of installations worldwide with millions of hours of continuous operation,
the NVISION router control systems are ideal for mission critical applications. Designed to grow with
your needs, the router control system offers a full complement of user interface options, along with full
redundancy, and an easy-to-use Java based configuration editor.
The remote control panels include highly configurable hardware and virtual control panels. They provide
all the features, functions and redundancy essential to address a broad range of applications, from the
smallest television station to the largest uplink and origination centers.

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NVISION 8576: up to 1152 x 1152 (32RU x 2)
The NVISION 8576 router’s scalable architecture supports high density matrixes up to 576 x 1152 (in a single 32RU
frame) and up to 1152 x 1152 in two frames.
NVISION 8576

local inputs 576 x 576 local outputs

Crosspoint Array
1 Local Inputs / Local Outputs 1
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576 Crosspoint Array 1152
Local Inputs / Local Outputs

A single 32RU frame provides up to 576 x 1152

NVISION 8576 Plus Frame 1

local inputs 576 x 576 local outputs

Crosspoint Array
1 Local Inputs / Local Outputs 1
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Crosspoint Array
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576 Crosspoint Array 576
Local Inputs / Expansion Outputs

NVISION 8576 Plus Frame 2

local inputs 576 x 576 local outputs

Crosspoint Array
577 Local Inputs / Local Outputs 577
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1152 Crosspoint Array 1152
Local Inputs / Expansion Outputs

With Linear Expansion, 1152 x 1152 routing can be provided by two 32RU frames.

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NVISION 8280: up to 576 x 576 (16RU x 2)

The NVISION 8280 router can support up to 288 x 576 (in a single 16 RU frame) and up to 576 x 576 (in two frames).

NVISION 8280

local inputs 288 x 288 local outputs

Crosspoint Array
1 Local Inputs / Local Outputs 1
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Crosspoint Array
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288 Crosspoint Array 576
Local Inputs / Local Outputs

A single 16RU frame provides up to 288 x 576

NVISION 8280 Plus Frame 1

local inputs 288 x 288 local outputs

Crosspoint Array
1 Local Inputs / Local Outputs 1
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Redundant
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Crosspoint Array
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288 Crosspoint Array 288
Local Inputs / Expansion Outputs

NVISION 8280 Plus Frame 2

local inputs 288 x 288 local outputs

Crosspoint Array
289 Local Inputs / Local Outputs 289
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576 Crosspoint Array 576
Local Inputs / Expansion Outputs

With Linear Expansion, 576 x 576 routing can be provided by two 16RU frames.

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NVISION 8144: up to 144 x 144 (8RU)
The NVISION 8144 router can support up to 144 x 144 (in a single 8RU frame).

NVISION 8144

local inputs local outputs

144 x 144
1 Crosspoint 1
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144 144

A single 8RU frame provides up to 144 x 144

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NVISION 8576 Technical Specifications

Electrical SD Inputs/Outputs
AC Input:  0-130/180-250 VAC, 50/60 Hz, Auto-
9 Ethernet Type: S tandard definition serial digital
ranging Type: 10/100 Base T video
AC Fuses: No user serviceable fuses Standard: IEEE 802.3 Standard: SMPTE 259M
AC Connectors: 4, IEC 320 (one for each PS8100 Protocol: NVISION Ethernet protocol Data Rates for
module installed) Connector: 2, RJ45 Auto re-clocking: 270 Mbps or auto bypass with
AC Power: PS8100, 850 W, one IEC 320 pass-through from
AC Power Usage: Power based on PS8100 modules: 19 Mbps to 360 Mbps
GSC Node Bus Connector: DIN1.0/2.3
NV8576, NV8576-Plus: 3,500 W
nominal (576 x 1152, 576 x 576 Type: Serial Impedance: 75 ohm
Expandable), power factor corrected Standard: Proprietary Cable
(Each frame requires two NV8000 PS Connector: 2, BNC, loop-thru, non-terminating Equalization: 350 m Belden 1694A, 200 m Belden
frames) pair 1855A, or equivalent cable, at 270
Power Supply Modules and Module Slots: Impedance: 75 ohm Mbps
NV8576, NV8576-Plus: Required Router Path: Non-inverting
minimum number of PS8100 Output Signal Monitor Input and Output
modules: 4 primary Return Loss: > 15 dB, 5 to 540 MHz
(4 optional redundant) Type: S tandard definition and high
definition digital video Output Level: 800 mVp-p ±10%
Power Supply
Dimensions: 3RU high (5.25 in, 133.35 mm) 19.0 in Standard: See related section of this Output Rise/
(483 mm) wide 16.0 in (407 mm) deep specification for standard for each Fall Time: 600 ps ±10%
monitored signal type Output
Weight: 24 lbs (10.9 kg); 50 lbs (22.7 kg) fully
loaded Connector: DIN 1.0/2.3 Overshoot: ≤ 10% of amplitude max
DC Power: NVISION connector to NV8000, DC Impedance: 75 ohm Output Alignment
cable: WC0096 Signal Details: See related section of this Jitter: ≤ 0.2 UIpp from 1.0 kHz to 27 MHz
Power Supply Alarm specification for details for each Output Timing
Connection: DE-9; reads each PS8100 status monitored signal type, I/O levels and Jitter: ≤ 0.2 UIpp from 10 Hz to 1.0 kHz
return loss
Power Supply Monitor
Connection: DB-25, loop-thru possible 3Gbps (3.0 Gbps, HD and SD)
Regulatory Expansion I/O Inputs/Outputs
Compliance: UL Listed and CE Compliant Type: Proprietary Type: High definition serial digital video
Standard: See related section of this Standard: SMPTE 259M, 344M, 292M and 424M
Mechanical specification for standard for each Data Rates for Auto
signal type sent between routers reclocking: 270 Mbps and 1.483, 1.485, 2.966,
Dimensions  V8576, NV8576-Plus: 32RU
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(54.25 in, 1.38 mm)high 19.0 in (483 Connector: 128, proprietary 2.970 Gbps or auto bypass with
mm) wide 16.0 in (406.4 mm)deep Signal Details: See related section of this pass-through from
specification for details for each 19 Mbps to 3.0 Gbps
Mounting: EIA 310-C,
19.0 in (483 mm) signal type, I/O levels and return loss Connector: DIN 1.0/2.3
Grounding Impedance: 75 ohm
terminal:  opper,
C Control Expansion Cable Equalization (for cables listed or equivalent cable):
accepts 14-6 AWG Type: 10Base2 port 400 m Belden 1694A, 250 m Belden
Modules and Connector: 2, BNC, loop-thru 1855A at 270 Mbps 150 m Belden
Module Slots:  V8576 (576 x 1152): 64 Input cards,
N 1694A, 100 m Belden 1855A at 1.5
Impedance: 50 ohm Gbps 100 m Belden 1694A, 45 m
9 signals each 64 Output cards, 18
signals each 9 Crosspoint cards (8 Belden 1855A at
primary, 1 optional redundant) 2 Power Supply Monitor 3.0 Gbps
Control cards (1 primary, 1 optional Connector: DB-25 Router Path: Non-inverting
secondary) 2 Monitor card sets Output Level: 800 mVp-p ±10%
(optional) 2 Fan modules NV8576- Environmental Specifications Input and Output
Plus (576 x 576 Expandable): 64 Input Operating Return Loss: >15 dB, 5 MHz to 1.5 GHz; >10 dB, 1.5
cards, 9 signals each 64 Output temperature: 0 to 40 ºC GHz to 3.0 GHz
cards, 9 signals each plus 2 high Output Rise/
density interconnects for expansion Relative
humidity: 0 to 90%, non condensing Fall Time: ≤ 135 ps
9 Crosspoint cards (8 primary, 1
optional redundant) 2 Control cards Output
(1 primary, 1 optional secondary) 2 Video Reference Input Overshoot: ≤ 10% of amplitude max
Monitor card sets (optional) 2 Fan Type:  nalog video reference
A Output Alignment
modules Jitter: ≤ 0.3 UIpp from 100 kHz to 300 MHz
Standard: PAL, NTSC, or Tri-Level Sync
Output Timing
Connector: Loop-thru, BNC Jitter: ≤ 2.0 UIpp from 10 Hz to 100 kHz
Diagnostic Impedance: 75 ohm or Hi-Z (> 20,000 ohm), not
Type: Serial port selectable
Standard : SMPTE 207M, EIA-422/EIA-232, Time Code Reference Input
Input Level: 0.5 Vp-p to 2.0 Vp-p
configurable Type: 1 BNC
Input Return Loss: >30 dB to 5 MHz
Connector: 2, DE-9 Standard: SMPTE 12M
Output Timing
Jitter: < 0.2 Ulpp from 10 Hz to 1.0 kHz Connector: BNC terminating
Serial Control Data Rates: 1/30th to 80 times normal
Type: S erial port (2 per control card) Impedance: 75 ohm
Standard: SMPTE 207M, EIA-422
Connector: 4, DE-9

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De-embedded/embedded audio shuffling inside an NV8500
The ultra resilient NV8500 routers with embedded audio shuffle are ideal for use within production truck environments where physical space and cable
management are critical. Audio signal management no longer requires separate frames and cabling. Dissembedding, embedding and mono audio
channel shuffling can all be managed within a signal path of a serial video router eliminating the need for numerous outboard cards, card frames, and
inter-frame cabling while reducing power consumption.

Hybrid Input Module Hybrid Crosspoint Hybrid Output Module

3Gbps/HD/SD Module 3Gbps/HD/SD
Video (V1) with V1 V1 Video (V1)
V1 A 1 V1 Ax
16 ch. embedded 16 channel 16 channel with shuffled
Audio (A1) De-embedder Embedder embedded
VX VX
Audio (Ax)
Video Matrix
A1 AX

3Gbps/HD/SD 3Gbps/HD/SD
Video (VX) with Video (VX)
VX A X VX A1
16 ch. embedded 16 channel A1 AX 16 channel with shuffled
Audio (AX) De-embedder Embedder embedded
AX TDM Mono A1 Audio (A1)
Audio Matrix

Traditional System to provide breakaway audio for embedded routing

External modules are typically used when permanent shuffling is needed. Another method is to use groups of external modules for shuffling and using
the router’s tie line control to allow the shuffling function to be used when required by any signal on the router when needed. When the shuffling is not
needed, the tie line management software releases the group of modules, which then becomes available to be used again.

Digital Video Router Re-embed - Shuffle - Re-embed

repeat X times as needed
Video A w/ embedded Video A w/ embedded
audio audio

Audio B
Video B w/ embedded Video B w/ embedded AES AES Embed
new audio new audio
De-embed Shuffle

Video A w/ new Video A w/ new

embedded B audio embedded B audio

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NVISION router with advanced hybrid pathfinding under NV9000 management

With Miranda’s NVISION Enterprise routers using hybrid switching technology, this external function is now moved inside the router. Using the NV9000
router control system allows for small section of the router to be populated with the hybrid modules and allows the audio breakaway routing to be used
from any input to any output. The number of hybrid modules will determine the number of simultaneous paths that may be used. This mixed population
of the router along with tie line software offers a cost effective solution to provide the audio shuffling operation.

NVISION Router with

Advanced Hybrid
Pathfinding

Video A w/ embedded audio

Router
Video A with new Video B audio
Section
Video B w/ embedded new audio Populated
with
Standard
Digital Video
Modules

Router Section
Populated with
Hybrid Modules for
Breakaway and Shuffling

as many paths as required

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Frames
FR8576 576X1152 in a single 32RU frame
FR8576-Plus 576X576 in a single 32RU frame expandable to 1152X1152 in two frames
FR8280 288X576 in a single 16RU frame
FR8280-Plus 288X288 in a single 16RU frame expandable to 576X576 in two frames
FR8144 144X144 in single 8RU frame
NV8000 3RU power supply frame-required for all frames but FR8144
PS8100 Required for all frames but FR8144

Control Module
8500-NV 8500 Series Control Card

Video Inputs
8500-3GIG-IN-COAX 8500 Series 3 Gig Coax Input

Video Outputs
8500-3GIG-OUT-COAX 8500 Series 3 Gig Coax Output
8500-3GIG-OUT-COAX-EXP 8500 Series 3 Gig Coax Output-EXP

MV-LiNK Multi-viewer Outputs

8500-3GIG-OUT-MV 8576 Series Miranda MV 16 Output

Crosspoint Modules
144-3GIG-XPT 8500 Series 144x144 3GIG XPT
288-3GIG-XPT 8500 Series 288x288 3GIG XPT
144-3GIG-XPT-RED 8500 Series 144x144 3GIG Redundant XPT
288-3GIG-XPT-RED 8500 Series 288x288 3GIG Redundant XPT

Other Options
PS8100 8000 Series 850 W PS Redundant
8500-MNTR 8500 Series Monitor
8500-FAN 1 8576/8280 Series Speed Cont. Fan Module
8500-FAN 2 8144 Series Speed Cont. Fan Module

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