Kramer Electronics FC-4001 User Manual
Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
FC-4001
Format Converter / TBC
Contents
Contents
1
Introduction 1
2
Getting Started 1
3
Overview 1
4
Your FC-4001 Format Converter / TBC 2
5
Installing on a Rack 5
6
Connecting Your FC-4001 Format Converter / TBC 6
6.1 Connecting a PC 7
6.2 Dipswitch Settings 7
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Technical Specifications 9
8
Communication Protocol 9
Figures
Figure 1: FC-4001 Format Converter / TBC 3
Figure 2: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter 7
Figure 3: Connecting the FC-4001 Format Converter / TBC 8
Tables
Table 1: Front Panel FC-4001 Format Converter / TBC 4
Table 2: Rear Panel FC-4001 Format Converter / TBC 4
Table 3: Output Standard Settings 7
Table 4: Output Format Settings 7
Table 5: Dipswitch Settings (DIP 4 and DIP 5) 8
Table 6: Technical Specifications of the FC-4001 Format Converter / TBC 9
Table 7: Structure of the Protocol 10
Table 8: Instruction Set 10
Table 9: Front-Panel Switch Numbers 11
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Introduction
1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics (since 1981): a world of unique, creative and
affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video,
audio and presentation professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have
redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our
500-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups1, which are clearly defined
by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer FC-4001 Format Converter /
TBC. This product is ideal for:
Video broadcasting and editing studios
All post-production uses
Presentation applications for multi-format sources use
The package includes the following items:
FC-4001 Format Converter / TBC
Power cord and Null-modem adapter
This user manual2
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 cables3
3 Overview
The Kramer FC-4001 is a high performance format converter and TBC. In
particular, the FC-4001:
Accepts the following inputs4: Composite video, s-Video, Component
video (Y, B-Y, and R-Y; or RGB/S), and SDI
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Video and Audio Switchers, Matrix Switchers and Controllers; GROUP 3:
Video, Audio, VGA/XGA Processors; GROUP 4: Interfaces and Sync Processors; GROUP 5: Twisted Pair Interfaces;
GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors
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3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
4 An input is selected by pressing the appropriate input selector button
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Your FC-4001 Format Converter / TBC
Has a looped input for synchronizing to an external source
Has a highly stable internal generator for independent (non-genlocked)
applications
Outputs two SDI signals, the Sync signal, and either: Component video
(Y, B-Y, and R-Y; or RGBS), or when Component video is not selected, both
Composite video and s-Video simultaneously, which is selected on dipswitches
Lets you determine the output video standard (PAL B, PAL M, PAL N,
NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, and SECAM) via the dipswitches
Note, however, that the FC-4001 does not convert between video standards.
In addition, the FC-4001 features:
Front panel buttons for input selection (CV, Y/C, YUV, RGB/S, and
SDI), Genlock, freeze and panel lock
Coarse trimmers and fine trimmers for adjusting the sync phase, and the
horizontal-to-subcarrier phase (SCH)
Control via the front panel buttons; and remotely, by RS-232 serial
commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller
To achieve the best performance:
Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding 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-4001 away
from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
4 Your FC-4001 Format Converter / TBC
Figure 1, Table 1, and Table 2 define the FC-4001 Format Converter / TBC.
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Your FC-4001 Format Converter / TBC
Figure 1: FC-4001 Format Converter / TBC
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