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AJA FS1-X Quick Start Manual

AJA FS1-X Quick Start Manual

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FS1-X
Quick Start Guide
Overview
Matching up and synchronizing disparate video and audio formats is a critical part of any
broadcast, mobile or post-production environment. Within its compact 1RU chassis, the
FS1-X integrates an amazing array of video and audio connectivity and processing. The
FS1-X simultaneously works with 3G/HD/SD-SDI 10-bit broadcast quality video and
incorporates embedded audio, AES, MADI, and analog audio. Utilizing AJA's remarkable
conversion algorithms, FS1-X supports up, down and cross-conversion between SD and
HD signals for the highest quality output possible. An internal 224x224 audio matrix also
allows full routing of MADI and all audio coming from SDI, fiber, AES, HDMI and analog
sources for an incredible amount of audio processing capability in a single box.
Frame Rate Conversion
The factory-installed motion adaptive Frame Rate Converter (FRC) option enables high
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quality conversions between different frame rate families for virtually unlimited
international standards support. The three video frame rate families are:
• 59.94/29.97/23.98
• 50/25
• 24
The standard FS1-X (without FRC) can also perform conversions, but only between frame
rates that are within the same frame rate family, using add/drop frames.
Two Video Processors
The FS1-X is equipped with two Video Processors. Video Processor 1 is fully featured with
frame sync, proc amp, color correction, and other processing, and is able to receive the
FRC option. Video Processor 2 has a frame sync and can provide sidebar or letterbox
video to Video Processor 2, but does not otherwise perform any video processing.
Two Operating Modes
The FS1-X has two modes of operation: 1 Channel mode and 2 Channel mode.
1 Channel mode is available when the FRC option is present and enabled. In this mode,
the full range of frame rate conversions are available using Video Processor 1. Video
Processor 2 is disabled in this mode.
Version 1.0, April 23, 2014, Copyright © 2014 AJA Video Systems,
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  • Page 1 Two Video Processors The FS1-X is equipped with two Video Processors. Video Processor 1 is fully featured with frame sync, proc amp, color correction, and other processing, and is able to receive the FRC option.

  • Page 2: Installation Summary

    However, the FS1-X is also extremely powerful and can be flexibly configured to perform a wide variety of tasks. This Quick Start Guide is designed to help you get your FS1-X up and running for the first time, and confirm it is operating properly. It also provides step-by-step instructions that demonstrate a few FS1-X signal processing examples.

  • Page 3: Stand Alone Tests

    G = Ground To MUX into unbalanced AES BNC connections, use Balun 75 ohm adapter. Stand Alone Tests The stand alone tests can be performed without a computer, using the FS1-X front panel controls and rear connections. Menu Group Selection Buttons:...

  • Page 4: First Power Up

    Procedure 1. Connect both FS1-X power cords to mains AC and allow time for the unit to boot up. Observe the front panel LEDs. • If the FRC PRES LED lights blue, your FS1-X is equipped with the FRC option and is able to operate in either 1 Channel or 2 Channel Mode.

  • Page 5: Internal Test Signals To All Outputs

    The FS1-X factory default configuration automatically looks for a DHCP server to issue an DHCP or Default IP address. If your network includes a DHCP server, plug the FS1-X into the network and connect with the FS1-X as follows: Static IP 1.

  • Page 6: Web Browser Menu

    5. 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. 6. Run a browser on the computer and type in the IP address you set for the FS1-X. You should now see the FS1-X’s Status screen.
  • Page 7 Setup • Ensure the FS1-X is receiving a valid reference signal. • Connect a 525i59.94 SD SDI signal to the SDI1 input on the rear of the FS1-X. Once connected the FS1-X front panel VID IN 1 LED will light.
  • Page 8 • Connect a10801i59.94 HD SDI signal to the SDI1 input on the rear of the FS1-X. This signal will be downconverted and letterboxed. • Connect a 525i59.94 SD SDI signal to the SDI2 input on the rear of the FS1-X. This signal will be the background.
  • Page 9 Alternatively the FS1-X can be set to Free Run. • Connect a10801i59.94 HD SDI signal to the SDI1 input on the rear of the FS1-X. This signal must be moving video (not a static test pattern) to properly demonstrate frame rate conversion.
  • Page 10 BKGD Black BKGD Black 1080i50 OUT1 1080i50 OUT1 1080i50 Figure 4. FRC Option Present and Active with No Alarm This workflow confirms an FS1-X equipped with the FRC option can frame rate convert between frame rate families. FS1-X v1.0 www.aja.com...

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