Kramer Electronics FC-7501 User Manual
Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
FC-7501
Analog Video to SDI Converter
Contents
Contents
1
Introduction 1
2
Getting Started 1
3
Overview 2
4
Your Analog Video to SDI Converter 3
5
Using Your Analog Video to SDI Converter 4
6
Upgrading the FC-7501 to an FC-7501P 6
6.1 Inserting the 7501M Module 6
7
Technical Specifications 8
8
Communications Protocol for the FC-7501 8
8.1 Description of Instructions 10
Figures
Figure 1: FC-7501 Analog Video to SDI Converter 3
Figure 2: Connecting an FC-7501 Analog Video to SDI Converter 5
Figure 3: Removing the Cover of the FC-7501 6
Figure 4: Upgrading the FC-7501 to FC-7501P by inserting an optional 7501M module 7
Tables
Table 1: Front Panel FC-7501 Analog Video to SDI Converter 3
Table 2: Rear Panel FC-7501 Analog Video to SDI Converter 4
Table 3: Technical specifications of the FC-7501 Analog Video to SDI Converter 8
Table 4: Structure of the Protocol 9
Table 5: Instruction Set for the FC-7501 9
Table 6: Input Standard 10
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Introduction
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, 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 eight groups1 that are clearly defined by
function.
Thank you for purchasing your Kramer FC-7501 Analog Video to SDI
Converter, which is ideal for broadcast and production video studios,
postproduction and duplication studios, and non-linear editing.
The package includes the following items:
FC-7501 Analog Video to SDI Converter
Power supply
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
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
2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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Overview
3 Overview
The high quality FC-7501 is a multi-standard converter that converts
professional quality video to serial digital video (SDI).
The following analog formats are supported:
Composite video
s-Video
Component video (Y, B-Y, R-Y, sometimes called YUV or Y, Pb,
Pr)
The FC-7501 maintains the high level of professional video quality,
prevalent with component video output devices and DVD players, when
converting to SDI.
The FC-7501 automatically detects the input standard, generating the
appropriate output:
For component video input, 50Hz/625 line (interlaced) and
60Hz/525 line (interlaced) are supported
For YC and CV inputs, all variations of PAL, NTSC and SECAM
are supported
In addition, the FC-7501features:
SDI conversion on 2 buffered and reclocked SDI outputs
Input looping connectors and a 75/Hi-Z input termination switch
An RS-232 port
Control via a user-friendly Windows®-based program that can
modify video parameters such as contrast, saturation and hue,
which may be stored in non-volatile memory
True 10-bit digitizing - ideal for broadcast applications
To achieve the best performance:
Use only good quality connection cables1 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-7501 in a location free from moisture and away from
excessive sunlight and dust
1 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Your Analog Video to SDI Converter
Caution – No operator-serviceable parts inside unit.
Warning – Use only the Kramer Electronics input power
wall adapter that is provided with this unit1.
Warning – Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall
before installing or removing device or servicing unit.
4 Your Analog Video to SDI Converter
Figure 1, Table 1, and Table 2, define the FC-7501:
Figure 1: FC-7501 Analog Video to SDI Converter
Table 1: Front Panel FC-7501 Analog Video to SDI Converter
# Feature Function
1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit
2 Y/C Button Press to select the s-Video (Y/C) source
3 CV Button Press to select the composite video source
4 COMP. Button Press to select the component source
1 For example: model number AD2512C, part number 2535-000251
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