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- Page 1 Ross Video Limited SFS-8221 Single Channel MD-SDI Frame Synchronizer User Manual Ross Part Number: 8221DR-004 Issue: 01C...
- Page 2 The material in this manual is furnished for informational use only. It is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Ross Video Limited. Ross Video Limited assumes no responsibility or liability for errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.
- Page 3 Important Regulatory and Safety Notices Before using this product and any associated equipment, refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” listed below so as to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage. Products may require specific equipment, and /or installation procedures be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements.
- Page 4 Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case users will be required to correct the interference at their own expense. Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Ross Video Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
- Page 5 The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use these systems. If you need more information on the collection, reuse, and recycling systems, please contact your local or regional waste administration. You can also contact Ross Video for more information on the environmental performances of our products.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction In This Chapter ........................1-1 A Word of Thanks....................1-1 Overview ........................1-2 Functional Block Diagram ..................1-2 Functional Overview ....................1-3 Frame Synchronizer Operation.................1-4 Frame Delay Operation ....................1-4 Minimum Delay through the SFS-8221 ..............1-5 Video Output Resync ....................1-5 Features ........................1-6 Documentation Terms ....................1-6 Installation and Setup In This Chapter ........................2-1 Static Discharge......................2-1... - Page 8 Specifications In This Chapter ........................5-1 Technical Specifications..................5-2 Service Information In This Chapter ........................6-1 Troubleshooting Checklist..................6-1 Power LED Conditions.................... 6-2 Bootload Button....................... 6-2 Warranty and Repair Policy ..................6-2 In Case of Problems....................6-3 Ordering Information In This Chapter ........................7-1 ii •...
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Page 9: Introduction
Congratulations on choosing the openGear SFS-8221 Single Channel MD-SDI Frame Synchronizer. The SFS-8221 is part of a full line of Digital Products within the openGear Terminal Equipment family of products, backed by Ross Video’s experience in engineering and design expertise since 1974. -
Page 10: Overview
Overview The SFS-8221 is a single channel Multi-Definition SDI frame synchronizer designed for use in both standard and high definition environments. The SFS-8221 supports popular standard-definition and high-definition video formats including 480i, 720p, and 1080i. The format of incoming video is automatically detected, simplifying system setup. The SFS-8221 accepts an SDI signal of either standard definition (270 Mb/s) or high definition (1.485 Gb/s), automatically equalizing for cable loss and providing a reclocked SDI output. -
Page 11: Functional Overview
Functional Overview The SFS-8221will typically be used in a broadcast studio for one or both of the following functions: • Frame delay for timing alignment • Frame synchronizer for frame rate conversion The following diagram demonstrates the operation of the SFS-8221. Selected Reference Video Input... -
Page 12: Frame Synchronizer Operation
• Frame Delay (F) The value F represents the number of frames of delay that can be adjusted using the Heads-Up Display menus on the monitoring output, or by using DashBoard Lite. The parameter can be adjusted from 0 to a maximum limit that depends on the video format. For example, with a 480i format, the parameter can be adjusted from 0 to 104 frames, in increments of 1 frame. -
Page 13: Minimum Delay Through The Sfs-8221
Minimum Delay through the SFS-8221 The SDI video input is stored in frame buffer memory and is read from the frame buffer at a later time. Going through the frame buffer requires a minimum time and the SFS-8221 is specified as having a minimum delay of 1 line. -
Page 14: Features
Features The following features make the SFS-8221 the best solution for timing applications in standard definition and high definition environments: • Single Channel MD-SDI Frame Synchronizer • Supports the following formats: • 480i/59.94 • 720p/59.94 • 1080i/59.94 • 576i/50 • 720p/50 •... -
Page 15: Installation And Setup
Unpack each SFS-8221 you received from the shipping container, and check the contents to ensure that all items are included. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your sales representative or Ross Video directly. Installation and Setup • 2-1... -
Page 16: Local Reference Termination Jumper
Local Reference Termination Jumper If you have elected to use a local reference signal, it must be terminated on the card with jumper J20. To terminate the local reference on the card, see Figure 2 below: • Install jumper J20 in the TERM position (the rightmost two pins). The following figure shows the reference termination jumper location on the SFS-8221. - Page 17 Figure 3. Rear Module Installation (SFS-8221 not shown) 5. Align the top hole of the rear module with the screw hole on the top edge of the DFR-8310-C back plane. 6. Using a Phillips driver and the supplied screw, fasten the rear module to the DFR- 8310-C back plane.
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Page 18: Board Installation
Board Installation Use the following procedure to install the SFS-8221 in an openGear DFR-8310-C distribution frame with cooling fans (DFR-8310-C, or DFR-8310-C-BNC): Due to power consumption and heat dissipation requirements, the SFS-8221 must only be installed in a frame with the cooling fan option installed. -
Page 19: Cable Connections
Cable Connections This section provides information for connecting cables to the installed BNC rear modules on the DFR-8310-C series frame backplane. Connect the input and output cables according to the following diagram. The inputs are internally terminated into 75 ohms. It is not necessary to terminate unused outputs. - Page 20 2-6 • Installation and Setup SFS-8221 User Manual (Iss. 01C)
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Page 21: User Controls
User Controls In This Chapter This chapter contains a description of the SFS-8221 user controls. • User Controls • LEDs User Controls The following are general descriptions of the user controls identified in the figure below. Figure 5. Card-edge User Controls User Controls •... - Page 22 Menu Switch — SW3 The Menu Switch (SW3) is used to navigate the SFS-8221 menu system and configure item parameters. The Menu Switch is a five-direction square finger joystick. With the card edge facing you, use the following menu switch actions to navigate the menu and configure item parameters: •...
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Page 23: Leds
LEDs The front-edge of the card features LEDs that display the status of the input signals. As selections are made in the menus, (see the following section in this chapter for complete menu descriptions), the LEDs display the status of the input signals. Descriptions are provided in the following table: Table 1. - Page 24 3-4 • User Controls SFS-8221 User Manual (Iss. 01C)
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Page 25: Menus
Menus In This Chapter This chapter provides a detailed explanation of the Menu functions available on the Heads-Up Display of the SFS-8221. The following topics are discussed: • Layout and Navigation • Using the Menus • The Menu System • Setup •... -
Page 26: Using The Menus
Using the Menus Use the following procedure to configure a menu item parameter: 1. If the Heads-Up Display is not displayed, press the Menu Switch In. The Heads-Up Display is automatically displayed upon initial power up. If the SFS-8221 loses power, you can re-active the Heads-Up Display using this method. - Page 27 4. Press Up or Down on the Menu Switch to scroll to a menu item. 5. Press In on the Menu Switch to edit a menu parameter. The menu item becomes yellow and the parameter is highlighted. Figure 9. Parameter Selected 6.
- Page 28 Note Do not power down the card before ensuring that all edited parameters have been saved. 7. Press Back to exit from the editing mode and to return to the item. 8. Press Back on the Menu Switch to return to the menu. 9.
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Page 29: The Menu System
The Menu System The following sections describe the menus, items, and parameters available on the SFS-8221. Table 2. Menu Functions Function Parameter Value Reference * NTSC Monitor Format Video (display 480i or 576i output) Setup Unlocked* Edit Permission Locked Factory Defaults Reset Frame 1 * Input... - Page 30 0 – 200 CB Gain (100 -60 – 160 Black Offset Proc Amp Reset (Resets proc amp controls) Product SFS-8221 Manufacturer Ross Video Ltd. Card Info Board Type B ISS #α (Read-only) Option Board Software Rev #.## Firmware Rev Option Firmware Rev...
- Page 31 Function Parameter Value No Input Signal Status Invalid Input (Read-only) No Reference Invalid Ref Frame 1 Input Џ Reference Local Frame 2 Timing Mode Frame Sync (Read-only) Frame Delay 480i/59.94 Signal 576i/50 1080i/59.94 1080i/50 Reference Format 720p/59.94 720p/50 No Signal 480i/59.94 576i/50 1080i/59.94...
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Page 32: Setup
Setup The Setup menu section provides the following configuration options: Monitor Format Note Use a Reference Standard frame rate that is equal to your Input frame rate to ensure a valid composite video. Select one of these menu options to set the background while viewing the menu display. •... -
Page 33: Timing
Timing The Timing menu section provides the following configuration options: Reference Use this feature to choose a reference source. • Input – The reference is taken from the SDI IN video input on BNC 2. • Frame 1 – External analog reference connected to frame (default). •... -
Page 34: Output
Frame Delay Use this feature to adjust the frame delay with respect to the selected reference. Frame delay adjustments are made in full frame increments. Table 5. Frame Delay Format Frame Delay Range 480i/59.94 0 – 104 720p/59.94 0 – 16 1080i/59.94 0 –... -
Page 35: Proc Amp
V-Bit Line (480i) V-bit placement can be moved to line 10 or line 20, or set to follow incoming video. Use this feature to select the desired line. • 20 (default) • • Auto Loss of Input Use this feature to choose the type of output produced if the video input is lost. •... -
Page 36: Card Information
Firmware Rev ## (Read-only) Option Firmware Rev ## (Read-only) Hardware The Hardware menu section provides the following information: HW Status (Read-only) • • Internal Error (contact Ross Video) Rear Module # (Read-only) 4-12 • Menus SFS-8221 User Manual (Iss. 01C) -
Page 37: Signal
Voltage (mV) # (Read-only) Current (mA) # (Read-only) CPU Headroom # (Read-only) RAM Available # (Read-only) EE Bank # (Read-only) Signal The Signal menu section provides the following information: Signal Status If there are multiple signal errors, the Heads-Up Display first indicates an input error, such as No Input or Invalid Input, before indicating any reference errors. -
Page 38: Exit
Timing Mode (Read-only) • Frame Delay – The frame delay is user configurable as frames/lines/pixels to a maximum delay of 104 frames SD or 17 frames HD. This mode is automatically selected when taking your reference from the video input, and cannot be changed. •... -
Page 39: Specifications
Specifications In This Chapter This chapter contains the Technical Specifications table. Specifications • 5-1 SFS-8221 User Manual (Iss. 01C) -
Page 40: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Table 6. SFS-8221 - Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification Number of Inputs 480i/59.94 (SMPTE 259M) 576i/50 (SMPTE 259M) 1080i/59.94 (SMPTE 292M) SMPTE Standards Accommodated 1080i/50 (SMPTE 292M) Serial Digital 720p/59.94 (SMPTE 292M) Video Inputs 720p/50 1080i/59.94 (SMPTE 292M) Input Impedance 75Ω... - Page 41 Category Parameter Specification Number of Outputs 480i/59.94 (SMPTE 259M) 576i/50 (SMPTE 259M) 1080i/59.94 (SMPTE 292M) SMPTE Standards Accommodated 1080i/50 1080i/59.94 (SMPTE 292M) 720p/59.94 (SMPTE 292M) 720p/50 1080i/59.94 (SMPTE 292M) Processed SDI Outputs Output Impedance 75Ω >15dB to 750MHz, >10dB to 1.485GHz Return Loss Signal Level 800mV ±10%...
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Page 43: Service Information
Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections: • Troubleshooting Checklist • Power LED Conditions • Bootload Button • Warranty and Repair Policy • In Case of Problems Troubleshooting Checklist Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required. In the event of problems with your SFS-8221, the following basic troubleshooting checklist may help identify the source of the problem. -
Page 44: Power Led Conditions
Technical Support. Bootload Button In the unlikely event of a complete card failure, you may be instructed by a Ross Technical Support specialist to perform a complete software reload on the SFS-8221. To perform this task, perform the following steps: 1. -
Page 45: In Case Of Problems
SFS-8221. If required, a temporary replacement module will be made available at a nominal charge. Any shipping costs incurred will be the responsibility of you, the customer. All products shipped to you from Ross Video Limited will be shipped collect. - Page 46 6-4 • Service Information SFS-8221 User Manual (Iss. 01C)
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Page 47: Ordering Information
DFR-8310-C-BNC Digital Products Frame and Power Supply with fixed 100-BNC Rear Module and Cooling Fans. (2RU, holds 10 cards, SRA-8201 only) Your SFS-8221 Serial MD-SDI Frame Synchronizer is a part of the openGear family of products. Ross Video offers a full line of openGear terminal equipment including distribution, conversion, monitoring, synchronizers, encoders, decoders, AES, keyers, switches, as well as analog audio and video products. - Page 48 613 • 349 • 0006 After Hours Support 613 • 652 • 4425 General Information solutions@rossvideo.com E-MAIL Technical Support techsupport@rossvideo.com 8 John Street, Ross Video Limited Iroquois, Ontario, Canada POSTAL K0E 1K0 SERVICE P.O. Box 880, Ross Video Incorporated Ogdensburg, New York, USA 13669-0880...
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