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GeckoFlex 8964FS Four-Channel SDI Frame Synchronizer

The 8964FS provides a very compact and low-cost alternative to the 8981FS by providing four complete SDI frame synchronizers. Using the latest technology enables the 8964FS to achieve unsurpassed density, providing 40 full featured frame synchronizers in just 2 RU. This module can also operate in a fixed delay mode with no reference required. In either mode, the output can be phased relative to input or reference up to one frame in increments of 37 ns. All adjustments can be performed on the module's card edge controls. The on-screen display capability greatly simplifies cardedge configuration. With the 8900NET card installed in the frame, remote, Ethernet-based control and monitoring is achieved via the Web browser-based control/configuration interface, Newton™ control panel, and NetCentral® monitoring system.

  • Four 270 Mb/s frame synchronizers
  • One output per input
  • Looping color black reference input
  • Automatic 525/625 lines selection
  • Output timing locked to reference input and adjustable in 37_ns steps over a full frame
  • Passes or blanks horizontal ancillary data (HANC)
  • Passes or blanks vertical interval ancillary data (VANC)
  • Monitors its input signals for EDH errors
  • Inserts new EDH on output
  • Hot swappable
  • Freeze mode
  • On-screen display simplifies local configuration and control
  • Compatible with Ethernet-based Newton™ control system

Supported Frame Types
GeckoFlex with 8900V-R GeckoFlex Video rear module, Gecko video frames: 8900TX-V, 8900TF-V, 8900TFN-V


Power Rating
8 Watts – single slot


Inputs
Number of inputs: Four, one for each synchronization path
Signal type: SMPTE 259M, 10-bit, 270_Mb/s serial component digital
Connector: Terminating 75Ω BNC
Return loss: >15 dB to 270 MHz


Reference Input
Number of inputs: One NTSC/PAL
Signal type: Color Black, SMPTE 170M (525 lines) or CCIR624 (625 lines)
Return loss: >36 dB to 5 MHz


Output
Number of outputs: Four, one for each synchronizer
Signal type: SMPTE 259M, 10-bit, 270_Mb/s serial component digital
Connector: Terminating 75Ω BNC
Return loss: >15 dB to 270 MHz


Performance
Signal path:
10-bit
Error detection and insertion:
EDH
Min. electrical length (delay mode):

  • 525 lines: 5 lines + 55.22 µs
  • 625 lines: 4 lines + 55.90 µs

Output timing range: One frame
Output timing resolution: 37 ns
Operating temperature: 0° to 45°C
Operating humidity range: 0% to 90% non-condensing


Indicators and Controls
Indicators: Input video present, reference present, communication active, power, fault
Controls: Vertical blanking, sync/delay modes, test signal, EDH, OSD
Remote: All indicators and controls via Ethernet

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GeckoFlex 8964FS Four-Channel SDI Frame Synchronizer Data Sheet

Posted Nov 17 2010 (MOD-4017M-5 8964FS) File Size: 197.6 KB

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