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- Page 1 FS-Mini Mini-Converter Frame Synchronizer Installation and Operation Guide Version 1.5 Published February 3, 2023...
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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
FS-Mini Tech Specs ........ -
Page 4: Chapter 1 - Introduction
2-channel RCA style audio output. The FS-Mini also provides high quality up, down, cross-conversion. The device also features a reference input that can be used to lock to a local reference. It can be simply controlled via local DIP switches or USB and AJA's Mini- Config application. Features •... -
Page 5: Block Diagram
• Uses 5-20 VDC power (DWP-U-R1 universal power supply included) • Five year warranty NOTE: FS-Mini converts 3G-SDI Level A formats only. It does not input or output 3G-SDI Level B. NOTE: FS-Mini passes-through embedded audio ancillary data only. It does not pass through other types of embedded ancillary data. -
Page 6: I/O Connections
NOTE: The Lock LED indicates valid input video by color. Green is SD video, red is HD video, amber is 3G video, off is no input. Frame Sync Mode Example The following section provides an example of how to set up the FS-Mini to ensure the frame sync function is working correctly. Setup Ensure the FS-Mini is completely disconnected from video, audio, USB, and power. -
Page 7: Conversion Mode Discussion And Examples
Conversion Mode Discussion and Examples Upconvert Mode The FS-Mini allows you to select the type of Upconversion performed on an SD source input. This mode is in effect only when the input is SD (525i or 625i) and the selected output format is HD (720p, 1080i, or 1080p). -
Page 8: Downconvert Mode
Downconversion examples. This mode is in effect only when the input is HD (720p, 1080i, or 1080p) and the selected output format is SD (525i or 625i). Figure 4. Downconvert Mode Example Downconvert Illustrations 16:9 Downconverts To These displays on 4:3 Letterbox Crop Anamorphic 14:9 FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com... -
Page 9: Sd Aspect Ratio Convert
In the FS-Mini Downconverter, the AFD code on the video input can be used to guide the Downconverter in choosing which mode to use to best display the important content of the16:9 HD input video on the 4:3 SD output. -
Page 10: Installation
1. Ensure the converter is disconnected from power. 2. Connect video equipment to the converter BNCs and HDMI connector. 3. Connect audio equipment to RCA connectors (optional) 4. Apply power to the converter (AJA power supply included). FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com... -
Page 11: User Controls
"Using DIP Switches to Control the FS-Mini" on page 11). User Controls The FS-Mini can be used right out of the box for many applications, since it is designed to recognize inputs and perform standard actions automatically. However, you can also manually configure the FS-Mini using either of two methods: •... -
Page 12: Dip Switches 4 & 5 (Fmt0, Fmt1)
Left Left Left Left 1080i 25/29.97/30 Left Left Left Right 1080PsF 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 Left Left Right Left 1080p 50/59.94/60 Left Left Right Right 1080p 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 Left Right Left 720p 50/59.94/60 Left Right Right 720p 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 Right 525i/625i FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com... -
Page 13: Chapter 2 - Operation
Chapter 2 – Operation 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 14 Answer the questions in the subsequent dialogues. 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.
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Page 15: Running 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: Operating Mini-Config
Preset...). Revert to Factory Settings menu item similarly allows you to change the settings back to AJA’s factory defaults. Operating Mini-Config The Mini-Config application provides a graphic interface for viewing settings and updating software. It consists of an information area at the top that shows... -
Page 17: 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. FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com... -
Page 18: Video Tab Screen
Video Tab Screen The Video Screen is where you can configure FS-Mini video inputs and outputs. Output Format Determines the FS-Mini output video format. These are the format choices: • Follow INPUT: The output video format will match the format of the incoming video. - Page 19 Determines the mode when converting from HD input video to an SD output video format. Note that this selection is only used when the FS-Mini module is in Remote mode (DIP switch #1). In Local mode, the upconvert mode is determined by DIP switch #8.
- Page 20 Mute Delay If Mute is selected above, you can set a time delay (0-15 seconds) for how long before the switch to no signal occurs. The FS-Mini output will be Black until the timer expires, then it switches to Mute.
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Page 21: Hdmi Tab Screen
NOTE: The HDMI video output always mirrors the SDI video output, both in content and output format selection. Click on the Output tab to view and make changes to the FS-Mini output settings. NOTE: When the output format is set to 1080PsF23.98 or 1080PsF24 the HDMI output is disabled since HDMI does not have a corresponding supported format. -
Page 22: Audio Tab Screen
EDID. Audio Tab Screen The Audio Screen is where you can configure FS-Mini HDMI and analog (RCA- style) audio output channels. Pull down menu settings are described following the screen graphic. There is no DIP switch equivalent for these controls. The setting is saved in nonvolatile memory in the module and used for all subsequent operation. -
Page 23: Update Tab Screen
Mini-Config application software. The version numbers shown in the Update screen refer only to the firmware. Installed This field shows the version of the firmware currently installed inside the Mini- Converter. FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com... -
Page 24: 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 25 Serial Number This is the factory set unique serial number of your Mini-Converter. If you ever call AJA Support for service, you may be asked for this number. FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com...
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Page 26: Appendix A - Specifications
Appendix A – Specifications FS-Mini Tech Specs Utility frame sync Aligns and times input video to reference Video Formats • (HD) 1920 x 1080p • (HD) 1920 x 1080PsF • (HD) 1920 x 1080i • (HD) 1280 x 720p • (SD) 625i •... - Page 27 • SD Pillarbox: produces an image in the center of the screen with black borders on the left and right sides and an anamorphized image in the center • V Crop: transforms SD letterbox material to an anamorphic image • 14x9: anamorphic to 14x9 conversion FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com...
- Page 28 • Lock to SDI input • Free run HDCP • The FS-Mini does not encode the HDMI output with HDCP encryption. By definition, HD-SDI inputs to the FS-Mini are unencrypted. The HDMI specification requires HDMI monitors to support unencrypted inputs.
- Page 29 • 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) FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com...
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Page 30: 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 FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com... - Page 31 For more information about where you can drop off your waste for recycling, please contact your local authority, or where you purchased your product. FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com...
- Page 32 (VCCI-32: 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. FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com...
- Page 33 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 FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com...
- Page 34 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. FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com...
- Page 35 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. FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com...
- Page 36 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 37 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. FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com...
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Page 38: Warranty And Liability Information
AJA Video shall pay to return the product to Customer, but only if to a location within the country in which the AJA Video service center is located. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR LIMITATIONS ON APPLICABLE STATUTORY RIGHTS OF A CONSUMER, SO SOME OR ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS PARAGRAPH MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. -
Page 39: Index
Loss of Input 20 Mini-Config Installation on Mac 14 Installation on PC 13 Operation 16 Screen Description 17 Startup on Mac 15 Startup on PC 15 Mini-Config Screen Info Tab Screen 24 Update Tab Screen 23 Mini-Converter Documentation 13 FS-Mini Mini-Converter v1.5 www.aja.com...
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