Kramer Electronics fc-42 User Manual

KRAMER ELECTRONIC S LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

FC-42

Component to HD-SDI
Converter

P/N: 2900-000384 Rev 3

FC-42 – Contents

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Contents

1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 3

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3 Overview 4

3.1 Defining the FC-42 Component to HD-SDI Converter 4

4 Installing in a Rack 7
5 Connecting the FC-42 8

5.1 Connecting to the FC-42 via RS-232 10

6 Using the FC-42 Component To HD-SDI Converter 11

6.1 Locking the Front Panel 11

6.2 Operating the FC-42 HD-SDI to Component Converter 11

7 Technical Specifications 13
8 Communication Protocol 14

Figures

Figure 1: FC-42 Component to HD-SDI Converter Front Panel 5
Figure 2: FC-42 Component to HD-SDI Converter Rear Panel 6
Figure 3: Connecting the FC-42 Component to HD-SDI Converter 9
Figure 4: Crossed Cable RS-232 Connection 10
Figure 5: Straight Cable RS-232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter 10

FC-42 - 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 video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals
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 that are clearly defined
by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers;
GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5:
Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 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 and GROUP 11:
Sierra Products.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer FC-42 Component to HD-SDI
Converter, which is ideal for the following typical applications:

 Broadcast and production video studios
 Postproduction and duplication studios
 Non-linear editing

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FC-42 - Getting Started

Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com to check for up-to-date
user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware
upgrades are available (where appropriate).

This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.

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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

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance

To achieve the best performance:

 Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-

performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in
signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low quality cables)

 Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils
 Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely

influence signal quality

 Position your Kramer FC-42 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and

dust

FC-42 - Getting Started

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Caution:

There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit

Warning:

Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit

Warning:

Do not open the unit. High voltages can cause
electrical shock! Servicing by qualified personnel only

Warning:

Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing

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2.2 Safety Instructions

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC
aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by
requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,
Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced
Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and
recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN
facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country
go to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.

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FC-42 - Overview

3 Overview

The Kramer FC-42 is a high performance converter for high definition (HD)
component video (Y, PB, PR). It converts the component video input
(Y, PB, PR) to HD-SDI on two BNC output connectors. The signal is also converted
to an RGB/HV signal on a 15-pin HD computer graphics video connector.

In addition, the FC-42 features:

 HDTV compatibility
 Multi-standard operation: SDI (SMPTE 259M and SMPTE 344M) & HD−SDI

(SMPTE 292M)

 HD resolutions of 720p and 1080i (up to 60Hz) & 1080p (up to 30Hz)
 Bi−level and tri−level sync input
 No resolution conversion
 ProcAmp control with memory for 16 setups
 A test pattern generator with eight patterns
 Control using the front panel with LCD display and RS−232
 A worldwide power supply - 100−240V AC
 Standard 19” rack mount size of 1U with included rack “ears”

3.1 Defining the FC-42 Component to HD-SDI Converter

This section defines the FC-42.