Kramer FC-340S User Manual

Sdi scaler/embedder/scan converter

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K R A ME R E LE CT R O N IC S L T D .

USER MANUAL

MODEL:
FC-340S
SDI Scaler/Embedder/Scan
Converter
P/N: 2900-300082 Rev 2

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    K R A ME R E LE CT R O N IC S L T D . USER MANUAL MODEL: FC-340S SDI Scaler/Embedder/Scan Converter P/N: 2900-300082 Rev 2...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Protocol 3000 Syntax Command Part Details Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands Figures Figure 1: FC-340S SDI Scaler/Embedder/Scan Converter Front Panel Figure 2: FC-340S SDI Scaler/Embedder/Scan Converter Rear Panel Figure 3: Connecting the FC-340S SDI Scaler/Embedder/Scan Converter Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our...
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils • Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality Position your Kramer FC-340S away from moisture, excessive sunlight and • dust Caution:...
  • Page 6: Overview

    Overview The FC-340S SDI Scaler/Embedder/Scan Converter is ideal as a broadcast quality video scaler and audio embedder/de-embedder for digital signals up to 3G HD-SDI. All mentions of SDI in this manual include signals up to and including 3G HD-SDI. The FC-340S features: •...
  • Page 7: Defining The Fc-340S Sdi Scaler/Embedder/Scan Converter

    Defining the FC-340S SDI Scaler/Embedder/Scan Converter Figure 1 defines the front panel of the FC-340S. Figure 1: FC-340S SDI Scaler/Embedder/Scan Converter Front Panel Feature Function LCD Readout Displays either the input/output resolution currently selected or the menu during configuration Menu Navigation Press the Enter, up (▲), down (▼), left (◄) and right (►)
  • Page 8: Figure 2: Fc-340S Sdi Scaler/Embedder/Scan Converter Rear Panel

    Figure 2 defines the rear panel of the FC-340S. Figure 2: FC-340S SDI Scaler/Embedder/Scan Converter Rear Panel Feature Function ANALOG CV BNC Video Connect to a composite video acceptor (see the Connector Note in Section 6.1) OUTPUT CV 5-pin Terminal Block 1...
  • Page 9: Connecting The Fc-340S

    Connecting the FC-340S Always switch off the power to any device before connecting it to your FC-340S. After connecting your FC-340S, connect its power and then switch on the power to the other devices. Figure 3: Connecting the FC-340S SDI Scaler/Embedder/Scan Converter...
  • Page 10: Connecting A Serial Controller To The Fc-340S

    8. Optional—Connect a controller via either RS-232 and/or a LAN to the Ethernet RJ-45 connector. Connecting a Serial Controller to the FC-340S You can connect to the FC-340S via an RS-232 connection using, for example, a To connect to the FC-340S via RS-232: •...
  • Page 11: Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window

    5.2.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port directly to a PC You can connect the Ethernet port on the FC-340S to the Ethernet port on your PC via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors. This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory default IP Address of the FC-340S during the initial configuration.
  • Page 12: Figure 5: Internet Protocol (Tcp/Ip) Properties Window

    7. Click OK. 5.2.2 Connecting to the Ethernet Port via a Network Switch/Hub To connect to the Ethernet port on the FC-340S via a network switch/hub: • Connect the PC to the Ethernet network switch/hub using a straight through cable...
  • Page 13: Connecting The Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output

    Connecting the Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Figure 6 Figure 7 illustrate how to wire the devices to the balanced audio output. Figure 6: Balanced Stereo Figure 7: Unbalanced Audio Connection Stereo Audio Connection FC-340S - Connecting the FC-340S...
  • Page 14: Operating The Fc-340S

    ANALOG OUTPUT connector. The audio embedded in the SDI input signal is output on both AES/EBU connectors simultaneously as well as on the balanced audio ANALOG OUTPUT. When the FC-340S is powered on, the following is displayed briefly: FC340S KRAMER The device then performs a self test.
  • Page 15: Using The Menu

    ESC—Move to the first level menu The main menu comprises six sections: • Video Out (see Section 6.2.1) • Audio Out (see Section 6.2.2) • Status (see Section 6.2.3) • Comm Settings (see Section 6.2.4) • System (see Section 6.2.5) FC-340S - Operating the FC-340S...
  • Page 16 Sets the IP gateway address All valid gateway addresses Default—000.000.000.000 IP port Sets the IP port number All valid TCP ports Default—05000 RS-232 Baud Displays the baud rate 115200 Parity Displays the parity bit setting none FC-340S - Operating the FC-340S...
  • Page 17: To Reset The Device To Factory Default Configuration

    Panel Lock button to flash To unlock the front panel: • Press and hold the Panel Lock button. The button no longer lights and the front panel buttons are unlocked FC-340S - Operating the FC-340S...
  • Page 18: Updating The Firmware Using The K-Upload Software

    Updating the Firmware Using the K-Upload Software The FC-340S uses a microcontroller that runs firmware located in flash memory. The latest version of firmware and upgrade instructions (Kramer K-Upload Guide) can be downloaded from the Kramer Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com.
  • Page 19: Technical Specifications

    –45° to +72°C (–49° to 162°F) HUMIDITY: 10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing DIMENSIONS: 21.5cm x 16.7cm x 4.4cm (8.46” x 6.57” x 1.73”) W, D, H WEIGHT: 1.6kg (3.53lbs) approx. ACCESSORIES: Power supply OPTIONS: Rack mount kit RK-1 FC-340S - Technical Specifications...
  • Page 20: Default Parameters

    Factory Reset button located on the rear panel of the unit IP Address 192.168.1.39 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Default gateway 192.168.1.1 TCP Port # 5000 UDP Port # 50000 Maximum UDP Ports Maximum TCP Ports FC-340S - Default Parameters...
  • Page 21: Kramer Protocol

    Kramer Protocol The FC-340S supports the Kramer Protocol 3000. The Protocol 3000 RS-232 communication protocol lets you control the machine ® from any standard terminal software (for example, Windows HyperTerminal Application). Protocol 3000 Syntax Host message format: Start Address Body...
  • Page 22: Command Part Details

    Design note: transparent supporting for protocol 2000 will be implemented by switch protocol command from protocol 3000 to protocol 2000, in protocol 2000 there is already such a command to switch protocol to ASCII protocol (#56 : H38 H80 H83 H81). FC-340S - Kramer Protocol...
  • Page 23: Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands

    Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands Full details for each command are presented in the Kramer Protocol 3000 document available for download from http://www.kramerelectronics.com. Command Short Description Permission Protocol handshaking End User BUILD-DATE? Read device build date End User ETH-PORT ETHP Change protocol Ethernet port...
  • Page 25 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found. We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.com SAFETY WARNING...

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