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- Page 1 OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer Installation and Operation Guide Version 1.5.1 Published March 1, 2021...
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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
Chapter 1 – Introduction Overview OG-FS-Mini is an openGear broadcast quality utility frame sync that packs the production-proven functionality and all of the reliability of AJA’s leading FS frame sync technology into an OG card supporting frame synchronization of untimed 3G-SDI, HD, and SD video signals at an affordable price. -
Page 5: Video Formats
• Rear I/O card included • Compatible with OG-X-FR, OG3 and DFR-8321 openGear frames • Five year warranty NOTE: OG-FS-Mini converts 3G-SDI Level A formats only. It does not input or output 3G-SDI Level B. Video Formats The OG-FS-Mini provides utility frame rate conversion within the same frame rate family as the input frame rate. -
Page 6: I/O Connections
Each 3-pin analog audio connector carries one channel of analog audio output. Signal Indicators on the OG-FS-Mini Card Located at the upper front area of the OG-FS-Mini card, the HD Lock and SD Lock LEDs work in combination to indicate the type of signal detected. - Page 7 When a signal is present and locked, the DashBoard Control System shows a green Card State and a green Signal State under the Status tab. The SDI Signal Type is also indicated (for example, "3G-SDI"). OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1 www.aja.com...
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Page 8: Frame Sync Mode Example
"No Video" will be reported for the Input Signal on DashBoard, and the Signal State is "Not Locked" with a yellow alarm indicator. 5. Connect a 1080p59.94 SDI video source to the OG-FS-Mini SDI In BNC on the BNC rear connector card. -
Page 9: Conversion Mode Discussion And Examples
Conversion Mode Discussion and Examples Upconvert Mode The OG-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 10: 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 5. Downconvert Mode Example Downconvert Illustrations 16:9 Downconverts To These displays on 4:3 Letterbox Crop Anamorphic 14:9 OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1 www.aja.com... -
Page 11: Sd Aspect Ratio Convert
In the OG-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 12: User Controls
• 14:9–Converts 16:9 Anamorphic video to 14:9 Cropped video. User Controls The OG-FS-Mini can be inserted right out of the box into an openGear frame and immediately be used for many applications, since it is designed to recognize inputs and perform standard actions automatically. However, you can also manually configure the OG-FS-Mini using either of two methods: •... -
Page 13: Dip Switches
• Install the Rear Panel onto the back of the frame corresponding to the slot pair you will be using for the OG-FS-Mini card. • Insert the OG-FS-Mini card into the frame in the right (even numbered) slot of the pair. -
Page 14: Parts List
2. Locate the card frame slot on the rear of the openGear frame into which you wish to install the openGear card. NOTE: An OG-FS-Mini card occupies two slots in the frame. 3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the top screw from the desired blank rear plate and remove the rear plate. -
Page 15: Front Og-Fs-Mini Card Installation
The slots are numbered starting from the left-most slot when facing the frame front. IMPORTANT: OG-FS-Mini cards are installed into the right (even numbered) slot of the pair in order to connect with the rear panel. 4. Fully insert the card into the frame until the card is properly seated in the Rear Card. -
Page 16: Cabling
"I/O Connections for the OG-FS-Mini" on page 6 to identify the input and output signal connectors. Two WECO audio mating connectors are included with each OG-FS-Mini. 1. Insert connecting audio wires into their corresponding holes from the rear (Figure 10). -
Page 17: Chapter 2 - Operation
PC or Mac networked to an openGear frame. Using DIP Switches to Control the OG-FS-Mini The OG-FS-Mini has two sets of DIP switches. The first set is used for general configuration. The second set is used only for Reference selection. See... - Page 18 NOTE: OG-FS-Mini converts 3G-A formats only. It does not accept 3G-B input or produce 3G-B output. General Configuration DIP Switch Settings The functions of the general configuration DIP switches and what they control are described in the following tables. Table 1. General Configuration DIP Switch Setting Descriptions...
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Page 19: Reference Selection Dip Switches
• Ethernet connection betweeen the controlling computer and the openGear frame NOTE: The openGear frame ships from AJA with the MFC-8322-S Frame Controller card for controlling the new AJA DashBoard cards. The openGear frame also supports the MFC-0G3-N Advanced Networking Frame Controller card, which can be used to control compatible OG cards. - Page 20 Figure 14. Main Sections of the DashBoard User Interface Basic Tree View of Card Information Parameter Frames and Cards and Status Controls OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1 www.aja.com...
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Page 21: Card Tab Screen
Card Tab Screen Figure 15. OG-FS-Mini Card Tab Screen in DashBoard The Card tab screen indicates the basic information about the card itself such as the card name, hardware status, control (local or remote), serial number, software version and other items. -
Page 22: Video Tab Screen
Status tab screen report their current setting. Video Tab Screen Figure 17. OG-FS-Mini Video Tab Screen in DashBoard The Video tab screen is where you can configure OG-FS-Mini video inputs and outputs. Output Format Determines the OG-FS-Mini output video format. Choose from the following... - Page 23 1080p59.94 (for 23.98, 29.97 or 59.94 video inputs), or 1080p60 (for 24, 30 or 60 fps video inputs). NOTE: OG-FS-Mini converts 3G-A formats only. It does not input or output 3G-B. Add 3:2 Pulldown When the Add 3:2 Pull down box is checked, 23.98 fps and 24 fps video inputs are converted to 29.97 fps and 30 fps, respectively, by adding 3:2 pull down before...
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Page 24: Hdmi Tab Screen
HDMI Tab Screen Figure 18. OG-FS-Mini HDMI Tab Screen in DashBoard Provides user selection of the HDMI output modes. There is no DIP switch equivalent for these controls. The setting is saved in nonvolatile memory in the module and is used for all subsequent operation. - Page 25 The OG-FS-Mini automatically selects the mode based on getting the attached HDMI device's EDID information. This is the recommended setting. SMPTE - The OG-FS-Mini scales the output video level to 8-bit range 16 - 235 (10- bit 64 - 940) regardless of the attached device's EDID. Full Range - The OG-FS-Mini scales the output video level to 8-bit range 0 - 255 (10-bit 0 - 1023) regardless of the attached device's EDID.
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Page 26: Audio Tab Screen
Audio Tab Screen Figure 19. OG-FS-Mini Audio Tab Screen in DashBoard The Audio Tab Screen is where you can configure OG-FS-Mini HDMI and analog (RCA-style) audio output channels. 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 27: Setup Tab Screen
Figure 20. OG-FS-Mini Setup Tab Screen in DashBoard Card Name By default, this field is pre-populated with the card name OG-FS-Mini. You can change the card name by editing the text in the Card Name field. Reference Source Select which source you want to use for Reference. -
Page 28: Upload Screen
Upload Screen To Upload New Software 1. Check the AJA website for new software for your OG-FS-Mini. If new software is found, download it and uncompress the file archive (zip). 2. Click the Upload button in the lower panel of the DashBoard Control System to open the Upload Software Wizard. - Page 29 7. To verify the version of software or firmware currently installed on your card, select the Card tab from the center panel of DashBoard. Figure 23. OG-FS-Mini Card Tab Screen in DashBoard indicating the currently installed software version. OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1...
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Page 30: Rebooting
During a reboot, all output signals are stopped for a few seconds and conversion operations will be briefly interrupted, but will be restored once the reboot has completed. To Reboot the OG-FS-Mini 1. Click the Reboot button in the lower panel of DashBoard. The reboot confirmation message displays. -
Page 31: Appendix A - Specifications
• (HD) 1080i 59.94 (for 23.98, or 59.94 video inputs) • (HD) 1080i 60 (for 24, 30, or 60 video inputs) • (HD) 1080i 50 (for 25 or 50 video inputs) • (HD) 720p 50 (for 50 video inputs) OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1 www.aja.com... - Page 32 • 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 OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1 www.aja.com...
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Page 33: Audio Input Digital
• Lock to SDI input • Free run HDCP • The OG-FS-Mini does not encode the HDMI output with HDCP encryption. By definition, HD-SDI inputs to the OG-FS-Mini are unencrypted. The HDMI specification requires HDMI monitors to support unencrypted inputs. - Page 34 • 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) OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1 www.aja.com...
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Page 35: 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 OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1 www.aja.com... -
Page 36: Declaration Of Conformity
For more information about where you can drop off your waste for recycling, please contact your local authority, or where you purchased your product. OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1 www.aja.com... -
Page 37: Korea Kcc Compliance Statement
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. OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1 www.aja.com... -
Page 38: Before Operation Please Read These Instructions
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 OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1 www.aja.com... - Page 39 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. OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1 www.aja.com...
- Page 40 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. OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1 www.aja.com...
- Page 41 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 42 Cuidado! Para atender aos regulamentos de segurança para correntes de fuga, conecte as fontes duplas a circuitos elétricos separados. Attenzione! Per soddisfare le norme di sicurezza sulla corrente di perdita, collegare i doppi alimentatori a circuiti derivati separati. OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1 www.aja.com...
- Page 43 Aviso! Certifique-se que a fonte principal de energia elétrica está desconectada antes de instalar os módulos OG-FS-Mini no bastidor ou antes de instalar e remover opções. Se o interruptor principal não existir, o cabo elétrico deste equipamento proporciona o meio de desconexão. A tomada elétrica deverá ser instalada perto do equipamento e deverá...
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Page 44: 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 OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1... - Page 45 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. OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1 www.aja.com...
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Page 46: Index
General DIP Switches 18 HDMI Audio 26 HDMI Tab Screen 24 Installation 13 Cabling 16 Front Card Installation 15 Rear Card Installation 14 WECO audio mating connectors I/O Connections 6 Loss of Input 24 Mute Delay 24 OG-FS-Mini Frame Synchronizer v1.5.1 www.aja.com...
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