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- Page 1 12G-AMA Mini-Converter 4-Ch Balanced Embedder/Disembeder Installation and Operation Guide Version 1.0 Published June 9, 2020...
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Page 2: Notices
AJA® and Because it matters.® are registered trademarks of AJA Video Systems, Inc. for use with most AJA products. AJA™ is a trademark of AJA Video Systems, Inc. for use with recorder, router, software and camera products. Because it matters.™ is a trademark of AJA Video Systems, Inc. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Copyright ..........2 Contacting AJA Support ........2 Chapter 1 –... -
Page 4: Chapter 1 - Introduction
SMPTE 291M can also be passed through or removed at the input. The 12G-AMA automatically detects and configures to the input video standard. 12G-SDI formats up to and including 4096x2160p 60 YCbCr 4:2:2 are supported (see "Appendix A Specifications"... -
Page 5: Base Model
1260 nm (min), 1310 nm (typ), 1360 nm (max) Single Mode optical transmitter ST Options • 12G-AMA-T-ST, includes a 1260 nm (min), 1310 nm (typ), 1360 nm (max) Single Mode optical transmitter • 12G-AMA-R-ST, includes a 1260 nm (min), 1620 nm (max) Single Mode optical... -
Page 6: 12G-Ama Simplified Block Diagram
12G-AMA Simplified Block Diagram 12G-AMA Simpli ed Block Diagram Cable Driver 12G-SDI In Embed and Pass-through 12G-SDI Out Packet Processor Optional SFP Optional SFP Output Input with RCVR Embedded Audio XLR Breakout Cable Analog Output 1 (Ch 1) XLR Breakout Cable... -
Page 7: User Controls
User Controls DIP Switches The 12G-AMA has an 8 position DIP switch accessible through a cut-out in the bottom of the unit. The DIP switches are used to configure the unit’s audio embedding and disembedding, and control ancillary data. Figure 1. 12G-AMA DIP Switches and Label... - Page 8 NOTE: For highest reliability, the mini converter relies on convection cooling instead of using a built-in fan. Therefore, when installing the unit, mount in a location where it has access to air for proper cooling. Do not stack the 12G-AMA with other mini converters.
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Page 9: Breakout Cable Pinouts
2, XLR Output B Out 2 - 3, XLR Output B Out 2 GND 1, XLR Output B Out 1 + 2, XLR Output A Out 1 - 3, XLR Output A Out 1 GND 1, XLR Output A 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com... -
Page 10: Chapter 2 - Operation
Chapter 2 – Operation Default Operational Settings The 12G-AMA converter ships from the factory with the following configuration: • Local (DIP switch) control. • Input analog audio channels 1-4 are embedded to SDI output channels 1-4, overwriting any existing embedded audio. -
Page 11: Switches 4 And 5 Channel Mapping For Embedded Groups
4 —> Right (1) Left (0) 1 —> 2 —> 3 —> 4 —> Left (0) Right (1) 1 —> 2 —> 3 —> 4 —> Right (1) Right (1) 1 —> 2 —> 3 —> 4 —> 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com... -
Page 12: Switches 6 And 7 Channel Mapping For Disembedded Groups
16 —> USB Control and Setup—Using AJA Mini-Config Your AJA Mini-Converter can be used right out of the box for some applications since it is designed to recognize inputs and perform standard actions automatically by default. However, to use its full capability, you must use AJA’s Mini-Config software application for PCs and Macs. -
Page 13: Installing Mini-Config
Answer the questions in the subsequent dialogs. When finished, an AJA Mini-Config shortcut will be installed on the desktop, and you will be able to locate the Mini-Config application in the AJA folder in the Programs listing. NOTE: If the Mini-Config application already exists on the PC, a different Setup Wizard appears. -
Page 14: Running Mini-Config
To install the application on a Mac: NOTE: Mac computers must be Intel-based (G5, G4 and earlier models will not work with Mini-Config). 1. Download the application from the AJA website (select the Apple icon on the Mini-Config Support web page). 2. Open the AJA_MiniConfig folder. -
Page 15: Operating Mini-Config
PC Startup To run Mini-Config on a PC, double-click on the AJA Mini-Config icon on your desktop, or open the AJA folder in the program list and click on the AJA Mini- Config application located inside the Mini-Config folder. Mac Startup To run Mini-Config on a Mac, open the Applications folder and locate the AJA Mini-Config application. -
Page 16: Tabbed Screens
Converter type. When you click on any of the tab buttons, the pane below the tabs will change to match your tab selection. Any changes you make are immediately applied and will be saved, overwriting previous settings. 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com... -
Page 17: Input Tab Screen
16 channels of input Stream B for disembedding. This setting also controls whether output Stream A or output Stream B will receive embedded audio. This control is active whenever a 3G-SDI Level B-DL or B-DS input signal is detected. 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com... -
Page 18: Audio-1 Tab Screen
• Selecting On embeds the analog audio Ch 1/2 pair in the first two channels of the group selected above. Ch 3/4 Embed: • Selecting On embeds the analog audio Ch 3/4 pair in the last two channels of the group selected above. 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com... -
Page 19: Analog Audio Outputs
NOTE: 2048x1080p/psf 29.97 and 30 formats support a maximum of 8 channels of embedded audio. When one of these formats is present and embedding is turned on, the PASS HANC setting will be ignored and all incoming packets will be dropped before embedding any new audio packets. 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com... -
Page 20: Analog Audio Levels
This field shows the version of the firmware currently installed inside the Mini- Converter. Desired This field shows the version of firmware embedded in the Mini-Config application which you can install into the Mini-Converter by clicking the Update button. 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com... -
Page 21: Info Tab Screen
Info Tab Screen This screen provides basic information about the Mini-Converter. This information is mostly useful when calling AJA Support for service or technical support. Name This field allows you to give your Mini-Converter a name. This can be useful if you have several Mini-Converters attached to a Mac/PC via USB so you can distinguish between them easily (especially if they’re the same model). -
Page 22: Appendix A - Specifications
• (SD) 625i 50 • (SD) 525i 59.94 • RGB and YCbCr, 4:4:4/4:2:2, 10-bit *1280x720p is Level A Only NOTE: Raster and frame rate dependent, please see 12G-AMA Video Formats in Documents and Manual. Video Input Digital • 1x 12G-SDI BNC, SMPTE 259/292/424/2081/2082 •... - Page 23 PC/Mac Size (w x d x h) • 5.8" x 3.1" x 1.0" (147.32 x 78.74 x 25.4 mm) Weight • 0.6 lb (0.3 kg) Power • +5-16VDC, 10 watts. power supply required, included with purchase 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 24 • Safe Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F) • Safe Storage Temperature (Power OFF): -40 to 60 C (-40 to 140 F) • Operating Relative Humidity: 10-90% noncondensing • Operating Altitude: <3,000 meters (<10,000 feet) 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 25 12G-AMA Video I/O Formats 4K/UltraHD Inputs Supported 1x 12Gb SDI: Format Frame Rate Colorspace Sampling Bit Depth • 3840x2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30 YCbCr/RGB 4:4:4 • 3840x2160p 50, 59.94, 60 YCbCr 4:2:2 10 • 4096x2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30 YCbCr/RGB ...
- Page 26 YCbCr 4:2:2 10 • 2048x1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30 YCbCr 4:2:2 SD Inputs Supported 1x 270Mb SDI : Format Frame Rate Colorspace Sampling Bit Depth • 525i 59.94 YCbCr 4:2:2 • 625i YCbCr 4:2:2 10 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com...
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Page 27: Appendix B - Safety And Compliance
Community throughout this document: AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, BULGARIA, CYPRUS, CZECH REPUBLIC, DENMARK, ESTONIA, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, GREECE, HUNGARY, IRELAND, ITALY, LATVIA, LITHUANIA, LUXEMBOURG, MALTA, NETHERLANDS, POLAND, PORTUGAL, ROMANIA, SLOVAKIA, SLOVENIA, SPAIN, SWEDEN, UNITED KINGDOM, ICELAND, LICHTENSTEIN, NORWAY, SWITZERLAND 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com... - Page 28 For more information about where you can drop off your waste for recycling, please contact your local authority, or where you purchased your product. 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 29 2016). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio interference may occur, in which case, the user may be required to take corrective actions. Translated Warning and Caution Messages The following caution statements, warning conventions, and warning messages apply to this product and manual. 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 30 Aviso! Não instale perto de nenhuma fonte de calor tal como radiadores, saídas de calor, fogões ou outros aparelhos (incluindo amplificadores) que produzam calor. Avviso! Non installare vicino a fonti di calore come termosifoni, diffusori di aria calda, stufe o altri apparecchi (amplificatori compresi) che emettono calore 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 31 Aviso! Dado que a ficha principal é utilizada como a desconexão para o dispositivo, esta deve manter-se prontamente acessível e funcional. Avviso! Poiché il cavo di alimentazione viene usato come dispositivo di sconnessione, deve rimane prontamente accessibile e operabile. 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 32 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. 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 33 Advertência! Não abra o chassi. Não há internamente nenhuma peça que permita manutenção pelo usuário. Abrir o chassi anula a garantia, a menos que a abertura seja realizada por uma central de serviços da AJA ou por um local autorizado. Avvertenza! Non aprire lo chassis. All’interno non ci sono parti riparabili dall’utente.
- Page 34 Aviso! Dispositivos 12G-AMA exigem a utilização de cabo de fibra ótica "compatível com monomodo 1310nm ". Attention! Les équipements 12G-AMA doivent être utilisés avec un câble en fibre optique monomode compatible 1310 nm. Attenzione I dispositivi 12G-AMA richiedono l'uso di un cavo a fibre ottiche "compatibile con 1310 nm monomodo".
- Page 35 LASER DE CLASSE 1 a fibre ottiche attivo; il cavo 12G-AMA è un prodotto laser di Classe 1. ¡Advertencia! Active los cables de fibra óptica de emitir radiación invisible para el ojo humano. No mire directamente en el extremo de un cable de fibra óptica activa;...
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Page 36: Warranty And Liability Information
No amendment to or modification of this warranty will be binding unless in writing and signed by AJA Video. The laws of the State of California, USA will govern this warranty and any dispute arising from it. Any translation of this 12G-AMA v1.0... - Page 37 English and any non-English versions, the English version of this warranty will govern. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights that vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, some of which are noted above. 12G-AMA v1.0 www.aja.com...
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Page 38: Index
Index Symbols 3G-AMA I/O Connections 6 3G-AMA Simplified Block Diagram 6 AJA Support 2 Audio-1 Tab Screen 18 Audio-2 Tab Screen 19 Breakout Cable Pinouts 9 Default Operational Settings 10 DIP Switches 7 DIP Switch Settings 10 Documentation Downloading 13...
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