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AJA FS2 Installation & Operating Manual

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Version 2.1r1
Published: March 29, 2014
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  • Page 1 Installation & Operation Guide Version 2.1r1 Published: March 29, 2014 ®...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    FS2 Chassis Installation ........
  • Page 3 Getting Your Computer Working with the FS2 ....... . 38...
  • Page 4 2.2 Fiber2 Video Out ............61 FS2 v2.1r1...
  • Page 5 13.8 Custom Bottom Crop..........71 FS2 v2.1r1...
  • Page 6 9.3 Dolby Framer Offset (Samples)........84 Chapter 5: Browser Remote Control ......85 FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 7 FS2 Simple Network Management Protocol ........
  • Page 8 Appendix B: FS2 Pinouts........

  • Page 9: Notices

    Copyright Copyright © 2013 AJA Video, Inc. All rights reserved. All information in this manual is subject to change without notice. No part of the document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying or recording, without the express written permission of AJA Inc.

  • Page 10: Chapter 1: Introduction

    10-bit broadcast quality video and two independent groups of 16-channel audio. The FS2 can be used as two separate Frame Synchronizers/Format Converters, or the two channels can be combined in many powerful ways—for example, sidebar keying where both the video and background graphics can be upconverted and combined.

  • Page 11: Support

    • Dual-Link Video in the form of 1080p59.94/1080p50 video on two 1.5G SDI cables. In the case of Dual Link Video, the FS2 input processing can demux the two signals and send them (each with their associated 16-channel audio) to the two processors. For output, the FS2 can mux together the two video signals (and their audio) from the two processors into a Dual Stream 3G video output.

  • Page 12: Fs2 Control

    FS2 Control FS2 operation can be monitored and changed in a number of ways. Feature sets in each of the control methods vary, although the front panel and web browser interfaces offer many of the same features. Front Panel Control The FS2 front panel offers the most direct control, ideal for use in machine rooms or wherever quick changes and status checks must be made.

  • Page 13: Technical Description

    Technical Description The FS2 features an incredibly flexible architecture offering two identical Video/Audio processing units, both of which can access any input or drive any output. For Video processing, each processor can also access the other video processor for sidebar keying or other functions that involve both video signals.

  • Page 14: Audio Processors

    FS2. Chapter 4: Display Menus explains how to use the FS2 controls and display menus. Chapter 5: Browser Control explains how to use the FS2 remotely via a web browser on a network-attached computer. Chapter 6: SNMP discusses FS2 support of SNMP.

  • Page 15: Chapter 2: Controls, Indicators, And Connections

    • The web browser user interface is described in Chapter 5. NOTE: The AJA FS2 should be plugged into 3-wire 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz power (autosensing) before you make connections to other equipment. The AC cords provide a path to ground for accidental static discharge to protect system equipment.

  • Page 16: Alphanumeric Display

    Alarm FMT ERR Ch 1/2 Alphanumeric The FS2's control system is designed to be quick and easy to use. The four-line Display alphanumeric display shows menus that are numbered and grouped by function. The menu groups are easily accessed using pushbuttons which correspond one-to-one with the groups (one button per menu group).
  • Page 17 • Store, Recall, and edit the names of Presets • Factory Preset (defaults) SYSTEM Displays the System Menu Group, which lets you change or enable FS2 video and audio input and system functions: • Video input format settings, including 3G setup •...

  • Page 18: Control Knobs

    • Some parameters having multiple fields, such as IP Address require you to push the ADJUST knob to select a field, and push again to save changes. • Hold down the knob to reset a value to the factory default; for multiple field values, all fields are reset to the default. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 19: Led Indicators

    FMT ERR 1/2 (blue) The selected input and output formats are incompatible for Channel 1 or Channel 2. REF (blue) The REF connector has an external reference video source applied. KEYER (blue) Reserved for future use. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 20: Incompatibility Alarms

    Network list. This action helps identify which FS2 you’re controlling when multiple FS2 units are operated from a single computer. The ID LEDs on the front and rear panels perform the exact same function. No matter which side of a rack you’re facing, you’ll be able to see one of the LEDs.

  • Page 21: Example Reference And Video Incompatibility Alarms

    Example Reference and Video incompatibilities that the FS2 may detect include the following: Video Incompatibility Table 3. Video Incompatibility Examples Alarms Video Incompatibility Detected Alarm Status screen will show Genlock Source is set to “Reference”, VID1 SDI 1 525i59.94 but no Reference signal is detected.

  • Page 22: About Inputs And Outputs

    Ref Video is connected. About Inputs and To operate the FS2, first select an Output Video Format (In the Video 1 or 2 menu); then Outputs select an Input port. The FS2 will automatically determine the selected input video format and convert it (if necessary) to the selected Output Video Format.
  • Page 23 The composite Video Output has a dedicated Downconverter so it can always display an output even if it is selected to output an AV Processor that is set to output HD. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 24: Chapter 3: Installation & Configuration

    Chapter 3: Installation & Configuration Installation Overview The installation and set up of an FS2 is very simple. Plug both AC supply cords into AC mains power (separate branch circuits for redundancy), connect the LAN connector to a LAN, WAN or local computer with a web-browser, and then connect source and destination video and audio equipment.

  • Page 25: Installation Summary

    5. If you plan to use remote control, connect your computer to the FS2 directly using an Ethernet cable, or connect both the computer and the FS2 to a local area network through an appropriate hub or router.

  • Page 26: Unpacking

    8. Test the FS2 with all of your devices to verify everything is working. Unpacking Shipping Box An FS2 chassis is shipped with two AC power cords, a user manual CD, and any late- Contents breaking news bulletins (if applicable). Chassis rackmount brackets are provided as part of the chassis with screws.

  • Page 27: Installing Optional Fiber Optic I/O Modules

    • Single-channel SC connector modules • Dual-channel LC connector modules Caution! Only AJA fiber optic I/O option modules may be inserted into the FS2 Fiber slots. DO NOT USE fiber modules from other manufacturers; they will damage the FS2 connectors and circuits.

  • Page 28: Dolby Decoder Installation

    FS2 units. Note the location of cooling vents on all equipment next to the FS2 and ensure none are obstructed. NOTE: FS2 units can be stacked vertically without limit as long as there is an adequate supply of cool air around the FS2 vents. Power The FS2 requires the following input voltage and power.

  • Page 29: Fs2 Default Network Settings

    (static IP or DHCP). Your IT department will be able to supply the information you need to install the FS2 on a LAN. The following illustration shows a network connection example; your installation may differ.

  • Page 30: Networking Using Dhcp Or Default Static Ip

    The following topics discuss two ways to set up the FS2 to communicate over a TCP/IP network connection: via DHCP or via a static IP address. Networking Using The FS2 factory default configuration automatically looks for a DHCP server to issue an IP DHCP or Default address.
  • Page 31 6. Turn SELECT to advance to 2.4 Default Gateway. Use the SELECT and ADJUST knobs as in the previous step to set the desired gateway address. 7. Run a browser on the computer and type in the IP address you set for the FS2. You should now see the FS2’s Status screen.

  • Page 32: Using Ping To Test The Network Connection

    Push ADJUST to save. Using Ping to Test If you have connected the FS2 to a computer and set up the IP address and still do not see the FS2 screens in your browser, you can ping the network to verify the connection.

  • Page 33: Mac Ping Procedure

    1. Find the Utilities Folder inside of the Applications Folder. 2. Locate the “Terminal” utility application and double-click it. 3. On the FS2, select the CONFIG button and go to parameter menu 2.2 to read the IP address. 4. At the Mac terminal prompt, enter ping and the IP address noted in step 3.

  • Page 34: Unpack The Software

    FS2_ver_1.0.0.10.bin contained in the file downloaded from AJA. 3. Click OK when asked if you want to Upload Firmware. The file uploads to the FS2 and is tested for validity. Incomplete, corrupted, or non-FS2 files are rejected. Wait for the procedure to complete—it will take only a few minutes.

  • Page 35: System Cabling

    “GPI Pinouts” on page 108 for information on how to wire the GPI connector to work with external devices that you want to use to control the FS2 or that you want the FS2 to control. FS2 Audio Level...

  • Page 36: Computer Video Formats

    HDMI adapter (user supplied). To prevent strain on the FS2 HDMI connector, AJA recommends that you convert from DVI to HDMI at the video source, such as the computer display card, and run an HDMI cable from the source to the FS2 input. You can FS2 v2.1r1...

  • Page 37: Menu Setup

    50), the current Downconvert mode is used to determine the frame scaling mode. If the FS2 output format is set to a High Definition (HD) format (anything other than SD), the current Upconvert mode will be used to determine the frame scaling mode.

  • Page 38: Getting Your Computer Working With The Fs2

    FS2 converts that to 1080i, the result is a scale down by the computer card followed by a scale up in the FS2, causing a loss of resolution. Your results will be much better if you use a high resolution computer output and a closely matching FS2 conversion format.

  • Page 39: Chapter 4: Display Menus

    Controlling the FS2 via Front Panel Display Menus There are three ways to control the FS2: (1) direct control using the front panel buttons, knobs, and display menus, (2) remote control using a web browser, and (3) remote control using an optional remote panel.

  • Page 40: Menu Group Buttons

    3 L e g e n d , i n f o o r p r o m p t 4 L e g e n d , i n f o o r p r o m p t The FS2 display presents five major types of menu pages: • Status pages—present status information that cannot be changed.

  • Page 41: Menu Operation Examples

    2. Turn the SELECT knob forward and backward to display the Status pages. The display scrolls through the pages as you turn the knob. The Status displays simply show the status of important FS2 operational parameters. Press STATUS button and turn SELECT knob to scroll through Status pages.

  • Page 42: Multiple Parameter Menus: Video 1 Procamp

    11.3 ProcAmp Hue menu. Turn ADJUST to set the hue. 7. Turn the SELECT knob clockwise again one click to confirm the setting and advance to the 11.4 ProcAmp Sat menu. Turn ADJUST to set the saturation. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 43: Multiple Field Parameters: Ip Address

    • To undo edits to all of the fields before the changes are confirmed, push the SELECT knob. This returns all fields to their previous settings. • To reset the entire parameter to the factory default value, push in and hold down the ADJUST knob for at least 4 seconds. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 44: Status Menu Group

    VID1 Input Source Status Selected Processor 1 video input source alarm status. BKGD Backgd Source Status Selected Background video source alarm status. Genlock Source Status Selected Genlock source alarm status. Status Selected Processor 1 output format/alarm status. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 45: Vid2 Format Status

    Selected Video Processor Selected Processor feeding the Composite output. S.7 Power/Temp This menu shows the power supply status of the FS2 and the temperature status. If a Alarm power supply is unplugged, the display top line indicates PS OFF or PS Error.

  • Page 46: Dolby Status

    Shows the FS2’s software version number. REMOTE Menu Group The REMOTE Menu Group lets you set up how you want the FS2 to be controlled. Control options include the front panel, a remote computer running a browser, and GPI inputs and outputs.

  • Page 47: Authentication

    The setting of this parameter determines what happens when a GPI trigger is received at Response the FS2’s GPI Inputs (1–4). A GPI Trigger is defined as a TTL low voltage level (0 to 0.8V with respect to its isolated ground pin). The GPI interface pinout and specifications are FS2 v2.1r1...

  • Page 48: Gpi 1-4 Out

    Vid2 UC CSTM, which Upconverts an SD source to a user- specified format. 3.1–4 GPI 1–4 OUT The setting of this parameter determines whether certain FS2 events will generate a GPI trigger output at GPI outputs 1, 2, 3, or 4. The GPI interface pinout is presented in “GPI Pinouts”...

  • Page 49: Example Of A Serial Recall

    SNMP, alarm, and screen saver configurations. 1 System Name This parameter defines a unique name for the FS2. This same name is used both when displaying systems via the web interface and when displaying the FS2’s screen saver. Variable Set the system name, up to 20 characters.

  • Page 50: Ip Address

    Without a properly configured default gateway (whether you have a router/gateway or not), the FS2 will be unable to see other FS2s on the network, although you may still be able to control this FS2 via a web browser. Also, without a proper gateway defined, the discovery feature “Available FS2s—Click to Refresh”...

  • Page 51: Power Supply Alarm

    This parameter controls how the FS2 alarm responds to power supply disconnection or Alarm failure. If the FS2 will be connected using only one power cord and supply, you can suppress the alarm. Changes to this setting are automatically saved.

  • Page 52: Hidden Menus

    The PRESET Menu Group provides the means of saving, editing the names of, and loading FS2 presets. A preset is a set of all System, Video 1/2, Audio 1/2, and Output parameters as they were set at the time the preset was stored.

  • Page 53: Factory Preset

    During recall, the display reads, Recalling until the recall is finished. On recall completion, the displays shows the success or failure: Recalled, Failed, or Empty. A failed or empty recall does not recall anything and leaves the FS2 as it was. (Preset registers are empty until you store something in them.) During a store, the display reads Storing until the store is finished.

  • Page 54: Component Out Format

    (requires version 1.1 firmware). 3 Analog Audio Std This parameter sets the Analog Audio Input and Output levels of the FS2 with reference to full scale digital (0 dBFS). Selections range from consumer levels (+12 dBu) to SMPTE professional (+24 dBu).

  • Page 55: Sdi2 Input Protect

    Choosing Auto Detect or Dual Stream in parameter 4 does not switch away from the physical input. In the Dual Stream setting, the FS2 assumes both channels of Dual Stream 3G video are muxed onto a single wire at the SDI1 input. The SDI 2 video signal is then taken internally from the SDI 1 Stream 2 signal instead of the SDI2 In connector.

  • Page 56: Fiber1 3G Detect

    Choosing Dual Stream video in parameter 6 does not switch away from the physical input. In the Dual Stream setting, the FS2 assumes both channels of Dual Stream 3G video are muxed onto a single wire at the Fiber 1 input. The Fiber 2 video signal is then taken internally from the Fiber 1 Channel 2 signal instead of the Fiber 2 Input connector.

  • Page 57: Ntsc Standard

    Select PAL-M for Brazil. The NTSC standard applies to both the Output video standard, and the expected Input video standard. The FS2 does not convert NTSC to PAL-M, or vice-versa. 11 Composite This parameter selects the type of Downconversion performed on the incoming selected HD source input for the analog Composite (NTSC or PAL) video output.

  • Page 58: 14.8 Aes/Ebu Src

    • You want to pass unaltered digital encoded audio from either an embedded or AES Input to an embedded and/or AES Output. • You have the embedded or AES input genlocked to the FS2 output. In other words, the encoded audio will not survive the frame-sync function (dropping or repeating frames) so it needs to be set to lock to the input.

  • Page 59: Dolby Decoder Input

    Set the Dolby Aux Output to a mixdown of Program 6 Program 7 Set the Dolby Aux Output to a mixdown of Program 7 Program 8 Set the Dolby Aux Output to a mixdown of Program 8 FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 60: Dolby Decoder Aux Mode

    Processor1 Sends the output of Processor 1 to the SDI2 output. Processor2 (default) Sends the output of Processor 2 to the SDI2 output. Sends multiplexed Proc 1 & 2 to the SDI2 output (Dual Stream 3G). Proc1+Proc2 FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 61: Fiber1 Video Out

    This parameter selects the audio processor output to be sent out the AES/EBU digital audio output. Processor1 (default) Selects Audio Processor 1 output to send to the AES/EBU output. Processor2 Selects Audio Processor 2 output to send to the AES/EBU output. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 62: Analog Audio Out

    Formats 3G SDI Output as Level B. VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2 Menu Groups The following descriptions explain the Video 1 and 2 Menu Groups. Because the selections for the video processors are identical, both are described here. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 63: Video Input And Output

    Video Input and This parameter performs input video source selection for the selected Video Processor (1 or 2). Multiple input sources are available at the connectors on the FS2 rear panel, but the Output active input source routed to the selected Video Processor is the one you select here.

  • Page 64: Video Output Mode

    2K1080p Audio The FS2 does not support embedded audio output for the following formats: • 2K1080p 29.97 or 2K1080p 30 • 2K1080p 59.94 or 2K1080p 60 when 3G Config is set to 3 Gb Level B or 1.5 Gb DualLink.

  • Page 65: Downconvert Mode

    Downconversion examples. This parameter is in effect only when the input is HD (720p, 1080i, or 1080p) and the output format is SD (525i or 625i), or when the input is 2K (2048 x 1080)and the output is HD (720p, 1080i, or 1080p). When downconverting from 2K, the FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 66 4:3 area of the picture (usually because it originally came from an Upconverted SD signal) so the Downconverter Crop mode would be the best choice. There are 16 possible HD AFD codes, of which 8 are in common use. The FS2 does not process or use SD AFD codes.

  • Page 67: Aspect Ratio

    Converts 16:9 Anamorphic video to 4:3 Standard video (crops left and right edges of video). Pillarbox Converts 4:3 Standard video to 16:9 Anamorphic video. V Crop Converts Letterbox video to 16:9 Anamorphic video. 14:9 Converts 16:9 Anamorphic video to 14:9 Cropped video. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 68: Sidebars

    Defaults to 0. Select a width value from 0 through +128 to expand 0 to +128 (Variable) or shrink the sidebars, which are filled with Background video (4 Background Fill). Selecting a larger value causes the center picture to become narrower while the sidebars expand. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 69: Matte Of Background Fill

    0–359 degrees (Variable) Sets the matte hue to a value between 0 and 359 degrees. NOTE: On the FS2 front panel, as you turn the Matte Hue ADJUST knob the values wrap from 359 back to 0 degrees. Proc Amp Controls (YUV) 11.0 Proc Amp (YUV)

  • Page 70: Proc Amp Sat

    Upconvert modes, Downconvert modes (excluding AFD), and SD Aspect Ratio modes (excluding OFF), plus no conversion (or HD CrossConvert), are independently stored (per Vid Proc). NOTE: If a Custom Setting parameter is not unity (100%) for the current mode, the front panel UFC LED lights. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 71: Custom Size/Pos

    +10.0% to +100.0% Enables changing the top position. 13.8 Custom Bottom This parameter changes the bottom picture crop position. Crop 100% (default) Maintains the normal bottom position of the selected format. +10.0% to +100.0% Enables changing the bottom position. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 72: Region Of Interest (Roi)

    14.4 ROI Bottom This parameter sets the bottom boundary of the ROI when parameter 14.0 is on. Variable (default=100%) Sets ROI bottom boundary to 10-100% of full screen in 0.1% increments. For 1% increments, hold down the Video button. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 73: Timing And Delay

    Clip that it does not exceed the adjusted limit. Limit can be set from +80 IRE to +120 IRE. Variable Adjusts white clip level from +80 IRE to +120 IRE in 0.5 steps. Default (unity): 100 IRE FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 74: Legalizer Black Clip

    OFF (default) The FS2 does not insert an AFD code into the output. If the video input has a AFD code and the FS2 is not up/down/cross-converting it, the input AFD code will be passed through to the output.

  • Page 75: Afd Vanc Output Lines

    18 Caption Xlator On (Upconverter) When set to On and using the Upconverter, the FS2 will automatically translate incoming line 21 captions to CEA-708 format and insert the VANC packets into the converted HD video stream. This is a complete translation from CEA-608 format to CEA-708 format (including the embedded SD captions).

  • Page 76: Input Scan And Psf

    (18 Caption Xlator must be Off ). Pass In Pass mode, the FS2 does not blank line 21 of the SD video input and passes the unaltered video to the Video Processor for transformation. This is the setting to use if there is no captioning data present on line 21 of a 525i video input.

  • Page 77: Test Pattern

    In Auto Blank mode, the FS2 automatically detects presence or absence of line 21 caption data on the SD input. If no line 21 caption is present, the FS2 passes the video unaltered. If line 21 data is detected, the FS2 copies the data, blanks line 21, and reinserts translated captioning on the transformed HD output if parameter 18 Caption Xlator is On.

  • Page 78: Audio Input

    This parameter performs input audio source selection for Audio Processor 1. Multiple input sources may be present at all the connectors on the FS2 rear panel, but the active input source routed through the FS2 is the one selected here.

  • Page 79: 1.16 Audio Map Ch1-16

    Fiber 2 Ch11 SDI 2 Ch 12 Fiber 2 Ch12 SDI 2 Ch 13 Fiber 2 Ch13 SDI 2 Ch 14 Fiber 2 Ch14 SDI 2 Ch 15 Fiber 2 Ch15 SDI 2 Ch 16 Fiber 2 Ch16 FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 80: 1.24 Audio Map Ch 1/2-15/16

    If the audio source has never been selected, the factory default audio source is used. When AFV is On, the FS2 remembers the saved audio settings associated with the currently selected video input. Whenever a new video input is selected, the corresponding audio settings are recalled.

  • Page 81: Audio Signal Gen

    4 Audio Signal Gen This parameter determines the audio signal output from the FS2’s internal test signal generator. Off (default) Turn audio test signal output OFF.

  • Page 82: 16 Audio Delay Ch1-16 (Ms)

    If Audio Follow Video is set to Off, a single Audio Output Levels value applies, regardless of the video input. (This value is independent of any of the values used in Audio-Follow-Video mode.) FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 83: 7.16 Audio Level Ch1-16

    Offset specified in 9.2 Dolby Framer Offset (Frames) and 9.3 Dolby Framer Offset (Samples). Normal Audio Delay parameters for the corresponding Dolby Framer Input channel pair are disabled. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 84: Dolby Framer Input

    9.0 is set to Off or On. The parameter adjusts the audio delay in samples, providing a fine timing adjustment. Variable Sets the delay of the Dolby E audio stream relative to the video frame. The minimum is -768 samples and maximum is +768 samples. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 85: Chapter 5: Browser Remote Control

    Browser Screen Description Menu On the left of each screen is a navigational list of the available FS2 screens. Click any of these items to jump to that screen. Alarms The lower left side of the screen shows alarms that alert you to possible problem conditions, such as disconnected or failed power supplies and video format incompatibilities.

  • Page 86: Controlling Multiple Fs2S

    AJA Technical Support for help. Network The right side of the screen lists systems on the network. If you right-click any FS2 system in the list, the ID LEDs on the unit light to identify it. Another way to identify systems is to notice which FS2 system's EXT front panel LED blinks when you change any setting from a remote control device, such as the web browser.

  • Page 87: Drop Down Parameter Operation

    640x480, for example. Screen Descriptions Now that you have had an introduction to how the FS2 browser works and how to navigate the screens, each screen and its settings are described in detail. The screens are described in the order listed on main screen (click to jump): •...

  • Page 88: Network Pane And Network Configuration Screen

    Network gear icon The Network pane on the right side of any screen lists the FS2 systems that appear on the network. This pane includes three additional controls: • Hover the cursor over any system name to see its IP address.

  • Page 89: Ip Address

    Without a properly configured default gateway (whether you have a router/gateway or not), the FS2 will be unable to see other FS2s on the network, although you may still be able to control this FS2 via a web browser. Also, without a proper gateway defined, the discovery feature “Available FS2s—Click to Refresh”...

  • Page 90: Alarm Configuration Screen

    Alarm Configuration Screen Alarm Configuration popup display FS2 Alarms display button (gear icon) You can pop open the Alarm Configuration display at any time and on any screen by clicking the display button in the upper right corner of the Alarms panel.
  • Page 91 The Status screen displays overall FS2 operational status. You can right-click most values to change them, allowing you to edit many parameters in one place. Parameters with format incompatibilities or other alarms are highlighted in red. Shows the input source and format for Video Processor 1.

  • Page 92: System Screen

    The SYSTEM web interface screen includes parameters for setting up various FS2 system related features (video formats, audio level standards, etc.). The System screen parameters are identical to those available on the FS2 front panel. These include: • Component In Format (see “1 Component In Format”...

  • Page 93: Config Screen

    FS2 fan speed, and configure UPnP. System Name The System Name parameter sets the name of the FS2 system. To change the System Name, click on and drag the cursor across the displayed name, and type in a new name. Variable Highlight the existing name and type in a new name, up to 20 characters.

  • Page 94: Hidden Menus

    UPnP Proxy UPnP Proxy enables the FS2 to serve as a proxy for other AJA devices, allowing them to be discovered on a Windows network through the FS2. When enabled, the FS2 acts as a proxy for all the AJA devices that it is able to connect to that have not already been discovered on the network.

  • Page 95: Presets Screen

    This screen also includes Export and Import functions that allow exporting one or all FS2 presets to your computer as files and importing exported preset files from your computer. A displayed message indicates successful or failed saves, recalls, exports, and imports.

  • Page 96: Export

    If you plan to trigger presets using GPIs, please see the information about the “Interaction of Presets and GPIs” on page Output Screen The Output screen selects the video and audio outputs that are routed to the FS2 rear panel. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 97: Video 1 & 2 Screens

    “10.2 Fiber2 3G Config” on page Video 1 & 2 Screens The Video 1 and 2 screens select the video and audio outputs that are routed to the FS2 rear panel, and controls the FS2’s video signal processing. The parameters available on the Video 1 and 2 browser screens are identical to the front panel display menus.

  • Page 98: Audio 1 And 2 Screens

    The Audio 1 and Audio 2 browser screens display the audio control selections for the audio inputs and outputs, for control of the FS2’s audio routing and signal processing. The parameters available on the Audio 1 and 2 browser screens are identical to the front panel display menus.

  • Page 99: Remote Screen

    • Dolby Framer (see “Dolby Framer Controls” on page Remote Screen The REMOTE screen contains parameters that affect how the FS2 is controlled. Control options include the front panel, a remote computer running a browser, and GPI inputs and outputs.

  • Page 100: Firmware Screen

    The Update Firmware screen allows you to download and install a firmware update from AJA. First visit the AJA website (aja.com) to locate and download the updated software. The following page provides FS2 support information and will include links to locations where you can download updates: http://www.aja.com/en/products/fs2/#support...

  • Page 101: Chapter 6: Snmp

    FS2. Besides activating SNMP, trap destinations must also be defined with fixed IP addresses. When SNMP is enabled, one or more of these alarms may be sent by the FS2 to the client network management system (NMS) as a trap message: •...

  • Page 102: Front Panel Octet Value Entry Procedure

    SNMP direct configuration settings are available on the Config screen of the web browser interface. Figure 12. Web Browser Config Screen SNMP Parameters Clicking on the Alarms gear icon opens a window that permits setting alarm messaging. Figure 13. Web Browser Alarm Configuration Window FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 103: Snmp Configuration Parameters

    This parameter determines the secondary SNMP Trap Destination IP address where trap Destination 2 messages issued by the FS2 will be sent (if desired). This parameter is similar to 4.1 Trap Destination 1 above. Default is 192.168.0.3 4.4 SNMP Trap...

  • Page 104: Appendix A: Specifications

    Appendix A: Specifications Video Format Conversion The FS2 can convert almost any input format to nearly any output format, as long as the frame rates are of the same family. The three families are: • 59.94/29.97/23.98 • 50/25 • 60/30/24 Available input and output formats are listed later in this appendix.
  • Page 105 Component Analog Output is configurable to YUV (Betacam or SMPTE), or RGB. • 525i/59.94 • 625i/50 • 720p/50, 720p/59.94, 720p/60 • 1080i/59.94 • 1080PsF/23.98, 1080PsF/29.97 • 1080p/23.98, 1080p/29.97 • 1080PsF/24, 1080PsF/25, 1080PsF/30 (SMPTE 274) • Output only: 1080p/24, 1080p/25, 1080p/30 (SMPTE 274) FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 106: Video A/D, D/A Converters

    Composite Analog The FS2 composite analog video input/output formats are: • 525i/59.94 (switchable NTSC 7.5 IRE, NTSC 0 IRE, or PAL-M) • 625i/50 Reference • 525i/59.94 analog composite • 625i/50 analog composite • Tri-level sync Computer (VESA) The FS2 accepts these computer (VESA) video formats: Formats •...

  • Page 107: Physical

    Temperature • Operating temperature range: 0–40 degrees C • Cooled via two internal fans and side vents. Power • Voltage: 100-240 VAC • Power Consumption: 55W (80W maximum) • Two independent power supplies, fully redundant, diode isolated. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 108: Appendix B: Fs2 Pinouts

    GPI In 4 Ground GPI Out 1 The GPI inputs and outputs are electrically isolated from power and ground on the FS2 frame. There are four inputs and four outputs. Electrical isolation is provided for up to four pieces of external equipment.

  • Page 109: Audio Connection Pinouts

    G = Ground +/- = Balanced Pair The two DB25 connectors on the FS2 rear panel support a TASCAM-style cable snake for balanced 8-channel analog audio. The pinout is the same for both input and output connectors, each following the TASCAM DB-25 standard shown in the drawing above.

  • Page 110: Appendix C: Safety & Compliance

    Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques visant les appareils numériques de classe B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications du Canada. Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 111: European Union And European Free Trade Association (Efta)

    Benutzer für entsprechende Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich ist. Attention! Ceci est un produit de Classe B. Dans un environnement domestique, ce produit risque de créer des interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra alors à l?utilisateur de prendre les mesures spécifiques appropriées. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 112: Korea Kcc Compliance Statement

    This product meets the requirements of implementation rules for compulsory certification (REF NO. CNCA-01C-17:2010) under certificate number 2012010805543191. Translated Warning and Caution Messages The following caution statements, warning conventions, and warning messages apply to this product and manual. Warning Symbol Hazard Warning Caution Symbol FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

  • Page 113: Before Operation Please Read These Instructions

    Aviso! Não obstrua nenhuma das aberturas de ventilação. Instale de acordo com as instruções do fabricante. Avviso! Non ostruire le aperture di ventilazione. Installare in conformità con le istruzioni del fornitore. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 114 è stato rovesciato del liquido è stato rovesciato o qualche oggetto è caduto nel dispositivo, il dispositivo è stato esposto a pioggia o umidità, non funziona correttamente o è caduto. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 115 Hersteller. ¡Advertencia! Utilice solamente los accesorios y conexiones especificados y/o vendidos por el fabricante. Aviso! Utilize apenas equipamentos/acessórios especificados e/ou vendidos pelo fabricante. Avviso! Utilizzare soltanto i collegamenti e gli accessori specificati e/o venduti dal produttore. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 116 Lo spinotto largo o il terzo polo sono forniti per motivi di sicurezza. Se la spina fornita non si inserisce nella presa di corrente, contattare un elettricista per la sostituzione della presa obsoleta. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 117 Aviso! Desconecte este dispositivo da tomada durante trovoadas ou quando não é utilizado durante longos períodos de tempo. Avviso! Utilizzare soltanto i collegamenti e gli accessori specificati e/o venduti dal produttore, quali il treppiedi e l'esoscheletro. FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 118 Warning! Do not open the chassis. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Opening the chassis will void the warranty unless performed by an AJA service center or licensed facility. Avertissement! Ne pas ouvrir le châssis. Aucun élément à l’intérieur du châssis ne peut être réparé...

  • Page 119: Index

    AES/EBU Audio Out Menu 61 Authentication 47 AES/EBU SRC Bypass 57 Background Fill Menu 64 AFD Out SDI2 Menu 74 Block Diagram, FS2 System 13 AFD VANC Output Lines Menu 75 AJA Technical Support 86 Contents, Shipping 26 ALARM LED 20...
  • Page 120 Fiber1 1080p50/60 Config Menu 62 Conversions, Disallowed List 20 Cooling Requirements 28 Fiber1 Video Out Menu 61 Custom Fiber2 1080p Config Menu 62 Custom Aspect Menu 71 Fiber2 Video Out Menu 61 Custom Bottom Crop Menu 71 Formats FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 121 Audio Level Ch1–16 83 Summary 25 Audio Map Ch 1/2 through Ch15/16 80 Unpacking 26 Audio Map Ch1–16 79 Audio Output Levels 82 IP Address 85 Audio Output Phase 83 IP Address Menu 50 Audio Phase Ch1–16 83 FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 122 Vid1 Format Status 44 HDMI Video Out 61 Vid2 Format Alarm 51 Hidden 52, 94 Video Input 63 I/O Status 44 Video Legalizer 73 IP Address 50 Video Output Mode 64 IP Config 49 Menus, Parameter 39 FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 123 Panel RS-422 specifications 107 Description, Front 15 illustrations 15 Rear, Description 21 Safety Statements 110 Parameter Menus 39 Save (92.1) 95 Physical Specifications 107 Scaling, Computer Video 37 Ping Test, Network 32 Scan Format Menu 76 Power FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 124 Test Pattern Video Menu 77 SNMP Trap Destination 2 Menu 103 Typical Applications 11 SNMP Trap Port 1 Menu 103 SNMP Trap Port 2 Menu 103 SNMP, FS2 Implementation 101 UFC 1/2 LEDs 19 Software Update Procedure 33 Unpacking 26 Software Version 86...
  • Page 125 Video 1 & 2 browser screens 97 Color Red Gain 70 Video Format Alarms 104 Voltage, AC 28 Warnings AC Leakage Current 15 AC Power 28 Installation 24 Safety 110 Web Browser Control 33, 85 Width 28 FS2 v2.1r1 www.aja.com...

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