Barco FSN-150, FSN-250, FSN-1400 Specifications

Preliminary

FSN Series Multi-format Production Switchers

The Fusion of Production Switching and Barco Image Processing Expertise

The FSN series is a new high-resolution production switcher that combines advanced video switching functionality with
the power and fl exibility of Barco image processing — in a streamlined multi-format package that’s modular, easy to
operate, and easy on your budget.

Imagine the power —

Native HD or SD operation, cross-conversion, frame synchronization and selectable native output formats (480i, 576i, •
720p, 1080i).

Unprecedented input and output fl exibility, using the power of Barco’s Athena scalers. The system’s architecture •
enables you to install up to fi ve dual-channel universal input cards, and up to two dual-channel universal output
cards. By seamlessly integrating analog, digital, and computer resolutions into your workfl ow, the FSN series places
serious input and output power — at your fi ngertips.

Internal storage of 100 still frames (with up to three frame buffers on line simultaneously), up to four channels of •
optional internal 2D DVEs, and integration with the Encore Presentation System.

A minimum two lines of delay for native genlocked inputs.•

The FSN series delivers — with a highly confi gurable multi-format system that enables users to adapt to today’s
continuously demanding live production environment — at an extremely economical price point. As the industry’s
next generation switcher, the FSN series represents the perfect fusion of production switching, Athena scaling, and the
roadworthiness you’ve come to expect from Barco.

FSN Series Control Panels

FSN-150 — a 1.5 M/E panel providing 20 assignable crosspoints
(10 buttons plus SHIFT)

Each FSN series panel is divided into eight sections:

A high-resolution color LCD touchscreen

facilitates input and output setup, transition

control, key control, and access to

adjustment parameters.

Custom Control Section

Buttons can be programmed to perform

functions such as GPO triggers, macros,

freeze, menu access and more. The FSN-

150 includes eight custom buttons; the

FSN-250 includes 24 custom buttons.

Aux Section

Assigns sources to native or (optional)

scaled Aux bus outputs. Buttons are

provided for a maximum 16 Aux outputs.

FSN-250 — a 2.5 M/E panel providing 32 assignable crosspoints

Display Section

Memory Section

Enables users to store and recall complete

or partial switcher setups.

M/E Banks

Each M/E includes Background (BG), Preset

(PST), and Key buses, plus programmable

hi-resolution LCD displays allowing users

to program source names. All displays are

angled for easy viewing.

PGM/PST Bank

The PGM/PST bank includes PGM and

PST buses plus a phantom key bus.

Programmable hi-resolution LCD displays

are also included. All buses operate in

“fl ip-fl op” mode.

M/E Transition Section

Provides controls for creating cuts, mixes,

wipes and keys, and includes a “hot-cut”

section for both keyers. The LCD display
indicates key sources, the transition rate

and the active memory register.

PGM/PST Transition Section

Provides controls for creating cuts, mixes,

wipes, a downstream key (DSK) and a fade

to black (FTB). The LCD display indicates

the DSK source, transition rates for DSK and

FTB, and the active memory register.

FSN Series Chassis

The power and fl exibility of the FSN series is housed inside the FSN-1400 — a modular, fi eld-confi gurable chassis that provides the video processing
functions for either the FSN-150 or FSN-250 control panel.

Major features include:

14 card slots, 12 slots user-confi gurable •

Hot-swappable, active front cards and passive rear connector cards•

Mid-plane construction, enabling users to interchange front cards without moving rear cable connections •

Dual redundant, hot-swappable power supplies (optional) •

Removable front door with Power and Video Reference indicators•

10.5” H (6RU) x 16.0” D x 19.0” W (26.67cm x 40.64cm x 48.26cm)•

Fusion Power

Standard Cards — Within the FSN-1400 chassis, four standard cards
provide the system’s raw horsepower:

One • Native Input Card (NIC) provides eight native HD-SDI or SD-SDI
inputs, plus frame synchronization and auto-timing (+/- 0.5 lines).

One dual-channel • Universal Input Card (UIC) provides the power
of two Barco Athena scalers. The card offers frame synchronization,
auto-timing and seamless integration of analog, digital (DVI, SD-SDI,
HD-SDI), and computer resolutions up to UXGA or 1920x1080.

One • Mix Effects Card (M/E) provides PGM, PVW and CLEAN outputs
for each M/E. The card also provides native Aux outputs 1 through 6,
plus dedicated DSK cut/fi ll inputs.

One • System Card (SYS) provides video reference connections,
Ethernet and dual serial communications ports, a tally connector
(24 tallies) and a GPIO connector (four input and eight output ports).

Optional Cards — You can create a precise multi-format confi guration
for every event, using the fl exibility of the system’s powerful options:

Install one additional • Native Input Card (NIC), for a maximum of 16
native inputs on line.

Install up to four additional dual-channel • Universal Input Cards
(UIC), each providing the power of two Barco Athena scalers.

Install up to two dual-channel • Universal Output Cards (UOC) as
Aux Bus outputs. Each card provides the power of two Barco Athena
scalers, with selectable output resolutions up to UXGA or 1920x1080.

Install up to two dual-channel • 2D Digital Video Effects Cards (DVE),
enabling you to create up to four high-resolution PIPs (picture-in­picture effects) using Athena Scalers.

Install one eight-channel • Native Aux Output Card (NAC) in place of
a UOC, enabling you to switch 16 Aux outputs in a fully loaded system
(14 native plus two scaled Aux outputs).

FSN Series Multi-format Applications

Application 1— Basic

This confi guration is an ideal basic setup
consisting of multiple inputs (scaled and native),
plus scaled and native Aux outputs.

In the diagram:

Multiple scaled and native sources connect to •
the FSN-1400, including cameras, PCs, VTRs,
DVRs and servers.

The FSN-1400 connects to the control panel •
(FSN-150 or FSN-250) via Ethernet.

Program and Preview outputs enable the •
technical director to view the output of
the switcher, and preview the “look” that’s
coming next.

A scaled Aux output connects to the projector, •
while a native Aux output connects to a VTR
— providing the ability to record the entire
event.

Application 2 — Encore Cross Feed

This confi guration is a highly fl exible system
in which an Aux output from the FSN-1400 is
connected to the input of a MatrixPRO router
that feeds the Encore Presentation System.
Conversely, a MatrixPRO output feeds the input
of the FSN-1400.

Using the Universal

Input Card, input any

resolution up to UXGA

or 1920 x 1080

PC

Cameras

Analog/Digital

VTRs / DVRs / Servers

Cameras

Analog / Digital

FSN-150 / FSN-250

Ethernet

FSN-1400

Scaled Aux Output

Program Screen

Using the Universal Output

Card, output any resolution

up to UXGA. For example:

1024 x 768, 1400 x 1050 or

1920 x 1080p

PreviewProgram

Native Aux Output

Program Record

For example: 480i, 576i, 720p, 1080i

FSN-150 / FSN-250

PreviewProgram

Because of the cross routing, each system has
access to all sources, yet both can be switched
independently. The Encore system can access
cameras connected to the FSN series, while the
FSN series switcher can access the Encore’s PCs
and VTRs.

In the diagram:

Multiple cameras connect to the FSN-1400. •
A native Aux output connects to a VTR (for
recording Program), while a second Aux
output connects to the MatrixPRO.

In the Encore Presentation System, multiple •
PCs and VTRs connect to the MatrixPRO router.
The router’s outputs connect to the Encore
Video Processors and also to the FSN-1400.

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Any item contained in this datasheet may change without notice.

Encore Control Panel

PCs

VTRs

Ethernet

Native Aux Output

Program Record

FSN-1400

Widescreen Destination

Encore Video Processors

MatrixPRO Routers

Program

Ethernet

Link

Source

Link

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