AJA FS1-X Quick Start
®
Overview
FS1-X
Quick Start Guide
Matching up and synchronizing disparate video and audio formats is a critical part of any
broadcast, mobile or post-production environment. Within its compact 1RU chassis, the
FS1-X integrates an amazing array of video and audio connectivity and processing. The
FS1-X simultaneously works with 3G/HD/SD-SDI 10-bit broadcast quality video and
incorporates embedded audio, AES, MADI, and analog audio. Utilizing AJA’s remarkable
conversion algorithms, FS1-X supports up, down and cross-conversion between SD and
HD signals for the highest quality output possible. An internal 224x224 audio matrix also
allows full routing of MADI and all audio coming from SDI, fiber, AES, HDMI and analog
sources for an incredible amount of audio processing capability in a single box.
Frame Rate Conversion
Option
Two Video Processors The FS1-X is equipped with two Video Processors. Video Processor 1 is fully featured with
Two Operating Modes The FS1-X has two modes of operation: 1 Channel mode and 2 Channel mode.
The factory-installed motion adaptive Frame Rate Converter (FRC) option enables high
quality conversions between different frame rate families for virtually unlimited
international standards support. The three video frame rate families are:
• 59.94/29.97/23.98
•50/25
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The standard FS1-X (without FRC) can also perform conversions, but only between frame
rates that are within the same frame rate family, using add/drop frames.
frame sync, proc amp, color correction, and other processing, and is able to receive the
FRC option. Video Processor 2 has a frame sync and can provide sidebar or letterbox
video to Video Processor 2, but does not otherwise perform any video processing.
1 Channel mode is available when the FRC option is present and enabled. In this mode,
the full range of frame rate conversions are available using Video Processor 1. Video
Processor 2 is disabled in this mode.
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2 Channel mode is available when the FRC is absent or has been disabled. In 2 Channel
mode frame rate conversions within the same frame rate family are supported on Video
Processor 1, and Video Processor 2 is also available for use.
FSX-1 Control The FS1-X front panel buttons and knobs control menus in the display, allowing you to
fully configure the system. Front panel LEDs report important system statuses. The FS1-X
also has an internal web server that allows remote monitoring and control of parameter
setting via an Ethernet 10/100/1000 network-attached computer running a webbrowser. Firmware updates are also performed from the web browser.
Quick Start Guide Objectives
Stand Alone Tests • "First Power Up"
Computer Setup • "FS1-X Network Setup"
Processing Examples • "SD to Sidebar HD over Matte"
The FS1-X can be extremely simple to use, because of its ability to detect incoming signal
formats and automatically apply the correct video processing for the selected output
format. However, the FS1-X is also extremely powerful and can be flexibly configured to
perform a wide variety of tasks.
This Quick Start Guide is designed to help you get your FS1-X up and running for the first
time, and confirm it is operating properly. It also provides step-by-step instructions that
demonstrate a few FS1-X signal processing examples.
• "Internal Test Signals to All Outputs"
• "HD to Letterbox SD over Video"
• "Conversion Across Frame Rate Families"
For additional information, please see the FS1-X Installation and Operation Guide available
on the AJA website and on the supplied DVD.
Installation Summary
1. Unpack the shipping box, inspect and inventory the contents, and read the late-
2. Install any optional AJA Fiber I/O modules by sliding them into the Fiber slots in the
breaking news sheet, if any.
back. Use only AJA modules.
NOTE: The “Stand Alone Tests” on page 3 can be performed with the FS1-X sitting on a bench to test
system operation before physically installing the unit.
3. Mount the physical chassis: front rack, rear rack, or deskmount—1 RU x 17.5 inches
(44.45 cm) x 16 inches (40.65 cm). Do not block air flow through the side vents.
4. Make signal I/O connections to the FS1-X back panel as shown in Figure 1 on page 3.
5. Connect one or two power cords to the FS1-X and mains AC (100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz,
55 Watts). For redundancy, use both cords and connect them to separate branch
circuits. The FS1-X power supply is autosensing and adjusts to the available power.
6. Connect your computer to the FS1-X using a CAT5 Ethernet cable to the FS1-X RJ45
10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN connector. You can connect directly or via a network
device such as a switch, hub, bridge, etc. The FS1-X automatically senses and adjusts
to either a straight-through or crossover cable.
NOTE: See “FS1-X Network Setup” on page 5 for more detailed computer configuration instructions.
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Serial Digital
In/Out BNC
(3G/SD/HD)
Composite
In/Out BNC
10/100/1000
RJ45 Ethernet
LAN Connector
GPI 15-pin
DB-15F Connector
ID
LED
External Reference
I/O with looping
BNC connectors.
AC Power
Socket #2
Autosensing
100 to 240VAC
50/60Hz
AC Power
Socket #1
Autosensing
100 to 240VAC
50/60Hz
MADI Fiber In/Out
and
MADI BNC In/Out
Component
YPbPr and RGB or
Composite
In/Out BNC
Analog Audio In/Out
Channels 1 through 8
DB-25F Connectors
(uses Tascam-style cable)
AES/EBU Digital
Audio In/Out
Channels 1 through 16
DB-25F Connectors
Serial Digital
Fiber In/Out
(3G/SD/HD)
HDMI
In/Out
GGG
15/1613/14
G
5/6
G
1/2
G
9/10 11/12
G
7/8
G
3/4
AES
Channels
G = Ground
To MUX into unbalanced AES BNC connections, use Balun 75 ohm adapter.
110 Ohm Balanced
- + - + - + - + - + - + - + - +
G - + G - + G - + G - + G - + G - + G - + G - +
Analog
Audio
G = Ground -/+ = Balanced Pair
Balanced
Activity
Indicators:
VID In 1/2
UFC, Proc Amp,
FRC Present,
FRC Active
FMT ERR 1/2
Power and
Status Indicators:
Pwr 1
Pwr 2
ID
Alarm
Alphanumeric Display:
Line 1=Parameter
Line 2=Parameter value
Line 3=Status/Legend
Line 4=Status/Legend
Select knob:
Scrolls and
selects menus;
Push to undo
changes.
Adjust knob:
Changes
selected value;
Hold down for
default value.
Menu Group Selection Buttons:
Press a button to select
a Menu Group in the display
3 4
Status Indicators:
Ref, Keyer, LAN, EXT
1
2
Figure 1. FS1-X Rear Panel
Stand Alone Tests
The stand alone tests can be performed without a computer, using the FS1-X front panel
controls and rear connections.
The following procedures assume the FS1-X is at factory defaults (taken from a newly
opened box). If not set to defaults, the FS1-X may behave differently.
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