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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Preliminary
USER MANUAL
Model:
FC-331A
SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter
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Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 2
3 Overview 3
3.1 About HDMI 3
3.2 Recommendations for Best Performance 4
4 Your FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter 4
5 Connecting the FC-331A 6
6 Technical Specifications 7
Figures
Figure 1: FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter 5
Figure 2: Connecting the FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter 7
Tables
Table 1: FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter Features 5
Table 2: Technical Specifications of the FC-331A 7
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Introduction
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast
range of problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and
broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have
redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our
1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups
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that are clearly
defined by function.
Thank you for purchasing the Kramer FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to
HDMI/Audio Converter , which is ideal for:
• Professional broadcasting facilities
• Rental and staging
The package includes the following items:
• FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter
• Power cord
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• This user manual
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2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
• Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and
packaging materials for possible future shipment
• Review the contents of this user manual
• Use Kramer high-performance high-resolution cables
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1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; GROUP 3: Control Systems;
GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; G ROUP 6: Specialty AV Products;
GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity;
GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Products
2 We recommend that you use only the power cord supplied with this device
3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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Getting Started
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2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
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Overview
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3 Overview
The FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter is a high-
performance format converter for SDI (SMPTE 259M), HD-SDI (SMPTE
292M), and 3G HD-SDI (SMPTE 424M) signals. It converts an SDI audio
and video signal to an HDMI output signal with the same resolution and
frame rate
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and de-embeds the audio signal to balanced stereo line outputs.
The FC-331A features:
• One SD/HD/3G HD-SDI input on a BNC connector
• Two SDI loop outputs on BNC connectors
• One HDMI output
• HDTV compatibility
• Four-channel balanced stereo audio outputs on both XLR and
terminal block connectors. You can connect all eight connectors at
the same time, just one type of connector, or a mixture of both
• Automatic active input LED indicators on the front panel. Green
indicates a standard definition (SDI) input signal and blue
indicates a high-definition (HD-SDI) input signal
• 100-240V AC universal power
3.1 About HDMI
High
-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an uncompressed
all-digital
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audio/video interface, widely supported in the entertainment and
home cinema industry. It delivers the highest high-definition image and
sound quality. Note that Kramer Electronics Limited is an HDMI Adopter
and an HDCP Licensee.
In particular, HDMI
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:
• Provides a simple
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interface between any audio/video source, such
as a set-top box, DVD player, or AV receiver and video monitor,
such as a digital flat LCD/plasma television (DTV), over a single
1 No scaling is performed
2 Ensuring an all-digital rendering of video without the losses ass ociated with analog interf aces and their unnecess ary digitalto-analog conversions
3 HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
licensing LLC
4 With video and multi-channel audio combined into a single cable, the cost, complexity, and confusion of multiple cables
currently used in A/V systems is reduced
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Your FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter
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lengthy1 cable
• Supports standard, enhanced, high-definition video, and multi-
channel digital audio
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on a single cable
• Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel
digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future
enhancements and requirements
• Benefits consumers by provi d i ng su perior, uncompressed digit a l
video quality via a single cable
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, and user-friendly connector
• Is backward-compatible with DVI (Digital Visual Interface)
• Supports two-way communication between the video source (such
as a DVD player) and the digital television, enabling new
functionality such as automatic configuration and one-button play
HDMI has the capacity to support existing high-definition video formats
(720p, 1080i, and 1080p/60), standard definition formats such as NTSC or
PAL, as well as 480i and 576i.
3.2 Recommendations for Best Performa nce
To ac
hieve the best performance:
• Use only good quality connection cables
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to avoid interference,
deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated
noise levels (often associated with low quality cables).
• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that
may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer
FC-331A away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
4 Your FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio
Converter:
1 HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m
2 HDMI supports multiple audio formats, from standard stereo to multi-channel surround-sound. HDMI has the capacit y to
support Dolby 5.1 audio and high-resolution audio formats
3 HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video f ormats in a
simple, cost-effective manner
4 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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Your FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter
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Figure 1: FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter
Table 1: FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter Features
# Feature Function
1 OUT LED Illuminates green to indicate that a display is connected
2 SD/HD LED Illuminates green for an SD input signal and blue for an
HD-SDI input signal
3 ON LED Illuminates green when receiving power
4 AUDIO OUTPUTS (CHAN 1 to CHAN 4)
XLR Connectors
Connect to a balanced audio acceptor (up to 4 channels)
5 SD/HD-SDI INPUT BNC Connector Connects to an SD or HD-SDI source
6 LOOP OUT 1, OUT 2 BNC Connectors Connects to an SD or HD-SDI acceptor
7 HDMI OUT Connector Connects to an HDMI acceptor
8 AUDIO OUTPUTS (CHAN 1 to CHAN 4)
Terminal Block Connectors
Connect to a balanced audio acceptor (up to 4 channels)
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SDI AUDIO GROUP SELECTOR
Turn to select the SDI input group (0 to 7)
10 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit
11 Power Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF
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Connecting the FC-331A
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5 Connecting the FC-331A
To connect the FC-331A, as the example in Figure 2 illustrates, do the
following
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:
1. Connect a digital video source (for example, a digital video player) to the
SD/HD-SDI IN connector.
2. C o n n e c t t h e SD/HD-SDI LOOP OUT 1 connector to a digital acceptor
(for example, a digital display
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).
3. Connect the HDMI OUT c onnector to an HDMI plasma display.
4. Connect the balanced AUDIO OUTPUT connectors (either the XLR
connectors on the front panel or the terminal block connectors on the rear
panel) to up to four cha nnels of a bala nced line-i n device (for e xample, a
non-linear editor).
5. Using a small screwdriver, turn the SDI AUDIO GROUP SELECT rotary
switch to select an SDI stereo channel
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from 0 to 7.
6. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the
adapter to the mains electricity (not illustrated in Figure 2
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1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your FC-331A. After connecting your FC-331A, switch on its
power and then switch on the power on each device
2 You can connect both LOOP OUT connectors to two digital acceptors
3 SDI audio is made up of 16 channels of audio information or 8 stereo pairs. Whereas most other devices access a group of
2-pairs, the FC-331A accesses a single pair out of a group for higher discrimination
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Technical Specifications
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Figure 2: Connecting the FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter
6 Technical Specifications
The FC-331A technical specifications are shown in Table 2:
Table 2: Technical Specifications1 of the FC-331A
INPUT: 1 SD/HD-SDI, 3G HD-SDI on a BNC connector
OUTPUTS: 1 HDMI c o n nec t or, 2 looping SD/HD - SDI , 3G H D-S DI o n BN C
connectors, 4 balanced stereo audio on XLR connectors or 4 terminal
block connectors
MAX DATA RATE: Up to 2.97Gbps
STANDARD COMPLIANCE: HDMI
INDICATOR LEDS: SD/HD, OUT, ON
POWER SOURCE: 100-240V AC
DIMENSIONS 12cm x 7.2cm x 2.4cm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.0") W, D, H
WEIGHT: 0.3kg (0.7lbs)
ACCESSORIES: Power cord
OPTIONS: RK-1 19” rack adapter
1 Specifications are subject to change without notice
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LIMITED WARRANTY
WHO IS P ROTECTED?
WHA T IS C OVERED AND WHA T IS NOT COVERED
WHAT WE WILL PA Y FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PA Y FOR
HOW YOU C AN GET WARRAN TY SE RVIC E
LIMITA TION OF IMPLIED W ARRANTIES
EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES
CAUTI ON!
Kramer Electronics (hereafter ) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the
following te rms.
Kramer
HOW L ONG IS THE W ARR ANTY
Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase.
Only the first purchase customer may enforce th is warranty.
W e will p ay labo r and ma terial e xpen ses for c overed i tems. W e will n ot pay for the f ollowin g:
The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Kramer shall
not be liable for:
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from place to place.
All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval. This may be obtained from your dealer.
This equipment h as been tested to determine co mpliance with the re quirements of:
EN-50081: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC);
gener ic emi ssion st andard .
Residential, com mercial and light industry "
EN-50082: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) generic immunity standard.
Part 1: Residential, com mercial and light industry environment".
CFR-47: FCC* Rules and Regulations:
Part 15: “Radio frequen c y devices
Subpa rt B Uninte ntio na l radiators”
Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The following are not covered
by the warranty:
1. Any product which is not distributed by Kramer, or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer. If you are
uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized, please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site
www.kramerelectronics.com.
2. Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed, or on which the WARRANTY VOID
TAMPERED sticker has been torn,
3. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
i) Accident, m isuse, abuse, n eglec t, fire, wat er, l ightnin g or oth er acts of natur e
ii) Product modifi cation , or failu re to fo llow in structi ons sup plied w ith the pr oduct
iii) Repair o r attemp ted repa ir by an yone n ot author ized by Kramer
iv) Any ship ment o f the produc t (c laims must b e pre sented to th e carr ier)
v) Remo val or i nstalla tion of th e pro duct
vi) Any other cau se, whic h does n ot rela te to a pro duct d efect
vii)Cartons, eq uipmen t enclos ures , cables o r acces sories used in conjunc tion wi th the p roduct
1. Removal or installations charges.
2. Costs of initial technical adjustments (set-up), including adjustment of user controls or programming. These costs are the
respon sibi lity of th e Kram er deal er from whom t he produ ct wa s purcha sed.
3. Shipping charges .
1. To obtain service on you product, you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center.
2. Whenever warranty service is required, the original dated invoice (or a copy) must be presented as proof of warranty
coverage, and should be included in any shipment of the product. Please also include in any mailing a contact name,
company, address, and a description of the prob lem(s).
3. For the name of the nearest Kramer autho r ized service center, consult your authorized dealer.
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchan tab ility and fitness for a particular p urpose, are limited in duration to
the length of this warranty.
1. Damag e to other prop erty cau sed by defe cts in this prod uct, dam ages ba sed upo n inco nvenien ce, loss of use of the produ ct, los s
of time, commercial loss; or:
2. Any ot her d am ages, whet her i ncide ntal, co nseque nti al or o the rwise . Som e co untri es ma y n ot all ow lim ita tions o n ho w lon g a n
implied warranty la sts and/or do not allow the exclusion or l imitation of i ncidenta l or conseq uential da mages, so the above
limita tions a nd excl usions m ay no t apply to you.
Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician. Any user who makes changes or
modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the
equipment.
Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine.
Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components.
IF reattached, removed or otherwise interfered with.
* FCC a nd CE app roved using STP cable (for t wisted pa ir produ cts)
NOTE:
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For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer
distributors, visit our Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com,
where updat
es to this user manual may be found.
We welcome your questions, comments and feedback.
Caution
Safety Warning:
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before
opening/servicing.
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