EASyPLUS
Cable Encoder and Decoder
The perfect Emergency Alert System for any cable television and video headend.
Trilithic is replacing the EASyPLUS with the new Next Generation EASyCAP Encoder/Decoder.
HOWEVER, A limited number of re-manufactured EASyPLUS units are still available at reduced prices, and can be purchased on a first come first serve basis.
Migration has begun to the new EASyCAP platform. However, EASyPLUS is and has been an extremely stable product for many years, and Trilithic believes it will be for many years to come. We anticipate that both EASyPLUS and EASyCAP will live side-by-side in many systems while migrating to the new platform.
For the new CAP Compliance requirements, Trilithic has also developed EASyCAP software and the EASyCAP Integrated Server to allow EASyPLUS customers to upgrade their current Trilithic EAS systems for CAP compliance, at minimal costs, without having to replace their entire EAS system.
Trilithic's goal is to provide its customers with the very latest in technology with new functionality and improved performance. It is also Trilithic's policy to support all of its products, to the best of its ability, for the natural life of the product, providing its customers with the best, most economical solution for their investment, at the lowest lifetime cost.
If you have any questions about the migration path for your company, re-manufactured EASyPLUS units or about the new EASyCAP, please contact Trilithic directly at 800-344-2412.
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Please check with your individual system manager to verify that your company has authorized the use of this latest version. For assistance with upgrading please contact EAS support at (800) 344-2412.
Precautions when upgrading EASyPlus from V.6.xx to V.8.03 or later
This firmware is for the EASyPLUS Encoder/Decoder for cable systems; for broadcast systems please use the EASyCAST firmware and software update and IPTV systems please use the EASyIP firmware and software update.
v.8.05
- Download EASyPLUS Firmware and Software v 8.05
- EASyPLUS Firmware Version 8.05, EASyNIC Firmware Version 3.05
- Added a test message that can be shown during the National EAN Test
- Added support for the new EASyNIC cards that do not include a Telephone MODEM
- The CG test utility now sends test messages to other configured serial protocols
- Added the ability to select which firmware files are upgraded
- Made a change to SCTE-18 messages to use infinite duration when the message is a text-only custom messages that exceeds 5 minutes
- Repeat SCTE-18 messages sent to end infinite messages (for EAN or local overrides)
- Allow SCTE-18 and SA DNCS recipients to receive abort messages
- Fixed a problem that could occur when sending audio files via FTP across a congested network
- Fixed a problem with the SA DNCS “Use Duration” option being ignored
- Fixed a problem that could occur on some units after replacing the RTC battery
v.8.03
- Download EASyPLUS Firmware and Software v 8.03
- EASyPLUS Firmware Version 8.03, EASyNIC Firmware Version 3.03
- Added Morehouse, LA (022067) and Natchitoches, LA (022069) FIPS codes
v.8.02
- EASyPLUS Firmware Version 8.02, EASyNIC Firmware Version 3.02
- Reworked the User Interface and updated firmware to a modern code base.
- Added support for processing CAP alerts from an external CAP server
- Removed support for Radio and TV broadcasters. Broadcasters must now use EASyCAST software and firmware.
- Removed Multiplexer mode.
- Removed Event Code based TTL and Contact Closure configuration.
- Removed TTL and Contact Closure configuration. TTLs and contact closures will now activate for their default operation. This does not affect zone routing TTLs.
- Modified Telephone Access and Custom Messaging zone routing. User counties are used instead of assigning zones to the telephone user.
- Reworked digital messages to allow individual configuration for each destination IP address (each “Device”). A Settings Group number may be assigned to manipulate groups of devices at once.
- Modify alert filtering to accommodate the Governor’s must-carry flag, which is available in CAP messages
- Add configuration to customize how the EAN and EAT alert text is constructed
- Added the ability to display the alert text in Spanish
- Added the ability to upload audio files via Ethernet
- Added ability to upgrade all firmware via Ethernet
- Changed the firmware upgrade utility to make sure that both the EASyNIC and main-board firmware applications get upgraded at the same time
- Logging
- Increased the log capacity and added the ability for the log to wrap, making it unnecessary to delete the logs on the Encoder/Decoder.
- Enhanced logging for greater readability, cross referencing, and inclusion of new features.
- Expanded User Accounts
- 8 character (numeric) PIN for telephone and front panel access
- 32 character password for communication interfaces
- Access right and allowable communication ports
- SNMP updates
- All configuration via SNMP was removed (made obsolete) except for static IP, NTP, and time configuration
- Up to 8 servers can be configured to receive traps messages
- Each server can be configured for what type of traps it receives
- Heartbeat trap is driven from the DSP interrupt to reflect the health of all processors and applications in the Encoder/Decoder
- Added a timestamp to the heartbeat trap
- Added an option to FTP EAS text and audio files to configured FTP Servers
- Added ability to configure two custom Event Codes.
- Added serial port protocols to display EAS messages on a variety of external audio/video devices.
- Added Cisco DCM protocol, up to 8 DCM devices can be configured to receive alert messages
- Added supports for up to 8 Visionary HD/SD Overlay systems
- Added a DNCS/Evertz message option to send an EOM when a user aborts a message in progress.
- Updated SCTE-18 support
- Added SCTE-18 Descriptors, up to 4 can be configured. Custom, in-band details channel, in-band exceptions, NDS, and Vecima descriptors are supported
- Modified SCTE-18 messages so that the continuity counter is contiguous for each recipient
- Added ability to repeat new SCTE-18 messages a configured number of times
- Removed the SCTE-18 Abort message from the system abort sequence.
The AM/FM/NOAA antenna kit is an ultra-wide range external receiving aerial with a usable frequency coverage of 30 kHz to 2 GHz - short wave/VHF/UHF.
Parallel printer (Panasonic KX-P1150) for direct printout from EASyPLUS units.
Trilithic\'s SW-4 I.F. switch is a local contact closure designed for use in the Trilithic EASy system.
The SW-6 by Trilithic is a TTL controlled switch with two independent SPDT contact closures.
Trilithic\'s SW-IP is a network IP contact closure switch for remote switching in digital systems.
Technical service yearly agreement for priority support, training, and troubleshooting. Includes all software updates.
This is an extension of the standard two (2) year warranty to a four (4) year warranty that is available for the following Trilithic EAS equipment:
- EASyCAST, EASyPLUS, EASyCAST, and EASyIPTV Encoder/Decoders,
- Visionary HD/SD Overlay System
- EASyIP EAS Network Receiver
- IFS-3A Multiple Output Modulator
- LS-16P I.F. Distribution Amplifier and Switch Controller
- RHS/DE Agile Demodulator
- Virtual Controller
- SW-1, SW-2A, SW-3A, SW-4, SW-6, SW-8, and SW-IP Switches
Must be ordered at the time of initial purchase. If ordered after initial purchase, but during the first year of ownership the price will be increased by 20%.
5 MHz - 1 GHz SPDT switch, 12 VDC, 75 Ohm, BNC Female connectors.
IF modulator and signal source for single/dual loop IF and 4.5 MHz audio.
16 output IF distribution amplifier and switch controller for EAS.
The Messenger-II character generators are used to display a crawl or text message over an existing video signal.
643.25 MHz agile demodulator provides audio, video & I.F. signals to the Virtual Controller.
806 MHz agile demodulator provides audio, video & I.F. signals to the Virtual Controller.
Virtual Controller emulates PSC-9xx TTL controls and serial data for character generators at remote hubs or headends.
Compliance Assistant software simplifies FCC EAS compliance through automation.
Trilithic\'s EASyCAP™ Software for supporting IPAWS CAP is everything you need to be CAP-IPAWS compliant with your EASy Series Encoder/Decoders.
A 10/100 Base-T Ethernet network interface card. Provides support for all current digital EAS protocols. Supports remote configuration and control of the EASyPLUS, EASyCAST, and EASyIP systems. DOES NOT INCLUDE TELEPHONE MODEM.
TTL-32 expansion card for the EASyPLUS, EASyCAST, and EASyIP systems. Provides 32 TTL outputs for county routing or trunk switching.
TTL-64 expansion card for the EASyPLUS, EASyCAST, and EASyIP systems. Provides 64 TTL outputs for county routing or trunk switching.
Dual programmable radio receiver module for the EASyPLUS, EASyCAST, and EASyIP systems.
EAS Warranty & Return Service
Trilithic’s warranty policy for Emergency Alert Systems (EAS) Equipment extends for two (2) years from the date of shipment, If covers mistakes or deficiencies in materials and workmanship.
Exclusions from coverage are for any of the following events occurring after the product has
- Defects or damage resulting from improper operation, storage, misuse or abuse, accident or neglect
- Contact with liquid or extreme humidity, sand or any comparable substance, or extreme heat
- Use of the product for any use other than those prescribed in the Trilithic operating manual for EAS equipment
- Damage resulting from service or modifications performed by a person or firm other than Trilithic, In. or those authorized by Trilithic, Inc. to perform such service on EAS equipment, including, but not by way of limitation, any such damage resulting from installation, testing or other adjustments to hardware or software, and damage resulting from the use of accessories or peripherals not authorized by Trilithic, Inc. for use in and with its EAS equipment.
In The Event of Product Failure
If the EAS product is diagnosed as having failed for reasons other than the exclusions listed above, please call 888-895-7629 and request an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number.
All returned merchandise must have the symptom clearly identified in writing, signed by the authorized representative of the sender and attached to the failed product. All returned merchandise must bear the RMA Number clearly marked in large numerals on the outside of the shipping carton.
All such failed products must be shipped to: Trilithic, Inc. 9710 Park Davis Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46235
EAS products returned without an RMA number clearly marked are subject to a twenty percent (20%) processing fee.
Extended Hardware Warranty
Trilithic, Inc. offers an optional EAS warranty period extension of two (2) years on materials and five (5) years on workmanship from the expiration of the original warranty period. This option must be exercised at the time of the original product purchase.