Laird LTM-5500FS, Blue Flame Pro LTM-5500FS User Manual

LTM-5500FS

Blue Flame Pro IEEE 1394 Bidirectional

FireWire

®

Media Converter

Model LTM-5500FS User Manual

CE

© 2001 Laird Telemedia.

LTM-5500FS

Blue Flame Pro IEEE 1394 (DV)
Bidirectional Media Converter

800-898-0759 • 845-339-9555 • 2000 Sterling Road • Mount Marion, NY 12456 • www.lairdtelemedia.com

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The LTM-5500FS provides a broadcast quality means of converting analog signals to IEEE1394,also known as FIREWIRE or ILINK. The unit accepts
component (R-Y, B-Y, Y)(Y,U,V),YC, or Composite video and 2 channel balanced audio and converts it into 100Mbps IEEE1394 DV signals. The LTM­5500FS also works bidirectionally as it coverts DV signals to analog. Front panel controls allow audio level control and VU metering of audio sig­nals. Balanced audio signals are also converted to unbalanced signals for standard amplifier monitoring. The LTM-5500FS delivers broadcast ana­log signals to the world of DV,and can add new life to older technology that is not DV compatible. The LTM-5500FS is housed in a 1RU cabinet.

Note: The LTM-5500FS powers up in DV mode: In this mode DV IEEE1394 firewire signals are converted to Analog signals via the associated

connectors on the rear panel. The DV led above the DV switch will illuminate.

FEATURES

The LTM-5500FS will accept Component,Composite RS170A NTSC
signals or Y/C (S-Video) signals.

Dual channel Balanced (XLR) audio signals can be fed to the LTM­5500FS. An unbalanced high impedance line level pair of outputs is
provided for both input and output audio signals. T hese signals can be
fed to standard power amplifier or powered speakers for monitoring
purposes.

A front panel LED VU display is provided for monitoring of audio levels
in either direction. The LED VU METER automatically tracks the audio
signals in either mode of operation of the unit.

Front panel controls allow the adjustment of audio levels entering the
unit.This allows the LTM-5500FS to be interfaced with various equip­ment signal levels.

The LTM-5500FS has two audio sampling rates:
32KHz & 48KHz

Front panel switch allows the user to select either NTSC or PAL stan­dard for operation (see instruction manual).

Front panel switches allow the user to select either Composite,
Component or YC video for input. In the DV to analog mode,the LTM­5500FS outputs both Composite and YC video simultaneously.
Component signals can be output once the component toggle switch is
enabled (see instruction manual).

The LTM-5500FS is housed in a 1RU(1.75”) standard EIA rackmount
metal cabinet.

The LTM-5500FS uses an automatic 110/220, 50/60 Hz power supply.
The unit will automatically work in either 110VAC or 220VAC

AUTOMATIC 110/220 VOLTAGE

LOW PROFILE RACKMOUNT

VIDEO SELECTOR

NTSC / PAL COMPATIBILITY

AUDIO DIGITIZE SAMPLING MODE

AUDIO LEVEL ADJUST

AUDIO LED VU METER

AUDIO

VIDEO

LTM-5500FS

Blue Flame Pro IEEE 1394 (DV)
Bidirectional Media Converter

800-898-0759 • 845-339-9555 • 2000 Sterling Road • Mount Marion, NY 12456 • www.lairdtelemedia.com

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INPUTS

ANALOG VIDEO IN: Component Video: R-Y, B-Y, Y (YUV) - 3 BNC

Composite Video: 1Vp-p into 75Ω - BNC
YC (S-Video): 1Vp-p Y into 75Ω - 4-Pin Din

.7Vp-p C into 75Ω

ANALOG AUDIO IN: Balanced 2-Channel 600Ω: XLR female

Unbalanced 2-Channel Monitor Audio Outputs

OUTPUTS

ANALOG VIDEO OUT: Component Video: R-Y, B-Y, Y (YUV) - 3 BNC

Composite Video: 1Vp-p into 75Ω: BNC
YC (S-Video): 1Vp-p Y into 75Ω: 4 Pin Din

.7Vp-p C into 75Ω

ANALOG AUDIO OUT: Balanced 2 Channel 600Ω XLR male

Unbalanced 2-Channel Monitor Audio Outputs

DV INPUT/OUTPUT: 4-Pin IEEE1394 100Mbps FireWire®Connector
FRONT PANEL: Power,Audio Input Level, Composite,YC/Component Select

CONTROLS Digital Switch,Analog Switch, PAL/NTSC,Audio Encode Rate
DISPLAYS: LED Audio VU Metering,2 channel -20 to +3

0 VU Referenced at 0dBmV 1.23Vp-p
Digitize/Analog 10 LED per channel

POWER: 110/220 Volts AC 50/60 Hz 8.5Watts Automatic Switching
DIMENSIONS: 1.75”Hx19”Wx 9”D 1RU rackmount
WEIGHT: 7 LBS

SPECIFICATIONS

LTM-5500FS

Blue Flame Pro IEEE 1394 (DV)
Bidirectional Media Converter

800-898-0759 • 845-339-9555 • 2000 Sterling Road • Mount Marion, NY 12456 • www.lairdtelemedia.com

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Balanced Audio Inputs, 600Ω Line Level
Unbalanced Audio MONITOR OUTPUTS for use with

monitoring equipment (ie.amplifiers) THIS IS NOT

AN INPUT:

it is an unbalanced loop-out of the input

Balanced Input signal
Balanced Audio

OUTPUTS, 600Ω Line Level

Unbalanced Audio MONITOR OUTPUTS for use with
monitoring equipment (ie.amplifiers)

THIS IS AN

OUTPUT.

Works simultaneously with Balanced

Outputs
IEEE 1394 FireWire Input/Output
In Component to DV mode (R-Y, B-Y, Y) (YUV),

com-

posite video must be connected to this input.

House blackburst may also be used as long as it is
synchronous with the component signal. Not required
for Y/C or composite video operation.

Component Video Input/Output

Y/C Video Input/Output

Composite Video Input/Output

DV Mode Switch (Reset)
Analog Mode Switch
Component Mode Switch

. Toggle in up position

engages component mode.
Audio Digitize Sample Rate Mode Switch
LED VU Display:Audio Input/Output Level Metering
Audio Level Input Adjustment Knobs
NTSC/PAL Select Switch.

Note: Power down and

power up required after switching modes.
Power Switch:Should the unit be powered off,

allow 10 seconds for system reset before turning on
power again.

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LTM-5500FS

Blue Flame Pro IEEE 1394 (DV)
Bidirectional Media Converter

800-898-0759 • 845-339-9555 • 2000 Sterling Road • Mount Marion, NY 12456 • www.lairdtelemedia.com

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To convert analog signals to DV, the ANALOG button must be used. The First push of the Analog button sets the unit in
Composite to DV mode. A second push selects the COMPONENT/YC mode.There is a Toggle switch located to the right
of the ANALOG switch that is labeled YUV. If this switch is in the down position,then the LTM-5500FS will input the YC sig­nals for DV conversion. If the switch is in the up position, then the LTM-5500FS will allow component signals to be con­verted to DV. If you are working in YC and require Component,then switch to DV mode first, set YUV toggle to UP posi­tion, then push ANALOG switch twice. The LED above the YUV toggle switch will illuminate indicating Component to DV
mode.

AUDIO ENCODE: During analog to DV conversion, the LTM-5500FS has 2 choices for audio encoding: 32KHz and

48KHz. Press the pushbutton below the audio encode LEDs to select the desired rate. The LEDs will
illuminate accordingly. NOTE:This function is for analog to DV only and is disengaged during DV to
analog mode.

AUDIO LEVEL: The audio input level to the DV CODEC can be adjusted during analog to DV mode using the Level

control knobs on the front panel. The unit has a limit of +3dbVU, which prevents over modulating
the audio CODEC. During DV to analog mode ,the VU meters will monitor the audio output from the
CODEC. In this mode, the audio level control knobs will not have any effect on the signal.

NTSC/PAL: The LTM-5500FS can be used for either PAL or NTSC signals. To operate the unit in either mode, the

toggle switch labeled PAL-NTSC must be in the desired position before power up. If there is a need
to change video standard after power-up, then the unit must be powered off, the switch changed
and then powered back on to initialize the setting.

TECH NOTES: The DV switch also serves as a RESET switch for the control microprocessor: In the event that a

command is not executed after it has been entered, you may have to reset the unit by pressing the
DV mode switch once. This will clear any data and reset the processor.

The LTM-5500FS has transcoding circuitry which controls the analog outputs during DV mode. With
the YUV toggle switch in the DOWN position, the analog video outputs are COMPOSITE and YC.
With the YUV switch in the UP position,the video outputs are COMPOSITE and COMPONENT.

If for any reason the LTM-5500FS should output incorrect signals during a format change,simply
use the DV/Reset feature to correct the problem. It is recommended that for any change, the DV
button should be pressed first.

GENERAL OPERATION

LTM-5500FS

Blue Flame Pro IEEE 1394 (DV)
Bidirectional Media Converter

800-898-0759 • 845-339-9555 • 2000 Sterling Road • Mount Marion, NY 12456 • www.lairdtelemedia.com

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ANALOG TO DV CONNECTIONS

Component (YUV) Video

DV I/O

Balanced Audio CH 1
Balanced Audio CH 2

Analog To DV Conversion

USING MULTIPLE SOURCES WITH THE LTM-5500FS

DV I/O

The LTM-5500FS provides a professional interface for the demanding multimedia environment of modern telecommunica­tions facilities. Indicated below are a few application diagrams,which display the flexible and cost effective use of the LTM­5500FS with other LTM products.

USING THE LTM-5500FS WITH OTHER ROUTING EQUIPMENT

Audio
YUV Video

For more applications, diagrams & information, see the Laird website - www.lairdtelemedia.com

DV TO ANALOG CONNECTIONS

Component (YUV) Video

Balanced Audio CH 1
Balanced Audio CH 2

DV I/O

LTM-5500FS

Blue Flame Pro IEEE 1394 (DV)
Bidirectional Media Converter

800-898-0759 • 845-339-9555 • 2000 Sterling Road • Mount Marion, NY 12456 • www.lairdtelemedia.com

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1. To prevent fire or shock hazard,do not expose this equipment to the environment of Humidity and/or
dust. Do not use this equipment in an unprotected outdoor installation or any area classified as a
wet area.

2. The operating temperature of this product must be kept between -40°C and +95°C. Direct sunlight
or an intense source of heat, direct or ambient, must not be introduced to the product either by
induction or contact.

3. Always keep the product on a stable and secure base or enclosure. Do not drop the product or sub­ject it to sudden heavy impact.

4. Provide adequate ventilation so that thermal characteristics do not cause an increase in product tem­perature to resulting in overheating.

5. Do not clean the unit by using electrically conductive or corrosive chemicals. Always be certain to
unplug the unit from AC wall power before any major cleaning. Use a damp cloth only for cleaning.

6. Do not subject the product to electrical mains power over voltage:The product must be used at the
rated supply voltages indicated on the product rear panel only.

7. Do not plug the product into an overloaded electrical outlet. This may result in fire or electrical
shock.

8. Object Ingress and Liquid Entry: Never insert or push sharp metal objects into the product or use such
devices for an attempt at opening or servicing the product. Servicing should be referred to a trained
and qualified technician only. Do not allow liquid of any type to enter the unit. Do not allow the unit
to be submersed in water as this may cause a shock hazard.

9. A trained qualified technician should perform all servicing of the unit.There are no serviceable compo­nents within the unit for user access.

Safety Precautions

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All Laird Products are Manufactured in the USA by Laird Telemedia, Mount Marion, NY

CE

2000 Sterling Road • Box 720

Mount Marion, NY 12456

800-898-0759 • 845-339-9555

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