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1. Dipswitch 4 determines the source of the DVITC or VITC timecode e Set dipswitch 4 to ON for Analog VITC e Set dipswitch 4 to OFF for DVITC SDD 1 Digital VITC embedded timecode 6 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder 6 Operating Your FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder Operate your FC 20 via the NLE or the DV ENCODE DECODE button after setting the MODE SELECT dipswitches see section 5 2 6 1 Understanding the FC 20 LEDs The FC 20 consists of three LEDs described in the following sections 6 1 1 The POWER ON LED The POWER ON LED illuminates after the machine has been turned on and 1s ready for operation 6 1 2 The SDI IN LED The SDI IN LED illuminates when e SDI framing is received in the DV Encode mode e DV framing is received in the DV Decode mode 6 1 3 The DV DECODE LED The DV DECODE LED illuminates when the machine operates in the DV Decode mode 6 2 Understanding the DV DECODE ENCODE MODES You can use the FC 20 to convert DV to SDI signals or SDI to DV signals You can operate the FC 20 in one of two modes e The DV DECODE Mode The FC 20 unit converts DV signals to SDI signals see section 6 2 1 e The DV ENCODE Mode The FC 20 unit converts SDI signals to DV signals see section 6 2 2 Note that in both modes where an NLE is present switching occurs automatically that is via FCP commands and so on If the camera connects directly to the deck2. appliances that may adversely influence signal quality Position your Kramer FC 20 in a location free from moisture and away from excessive sunlight and dust Your FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder Figure 1 illustrates the front and rear panels of the FC 20 Table 1 and Table 2 define the front and rear panels of the FC 20 respectively 1 DVITC is Digital Vertical Interval Time Code 2 VITC is Vertical Interval Time Code 3 To be used only when there is no NLE 4 Only devices that conform to the Sony control protocol KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY 19PO9SUDAL AG IAS 07 94 T 240814 ooo 0 ol j0 ccv Sy INOILIA NI LA LNO Ids Niiaqs Aq AYA LIVE Jepoosued AG 7 IGS see Y 30093 NI NO 30093q 193738 IQON NM IqGS YIMOJ A009N3 AQ JopoosuellL AG IAS 07 DA MOX Y our FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder Table 1 Front Panel FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder Features Feature Function 1 Dv Encove DEcopE Press to toggle between the decode default and the encode modes Button 2 POWER On LED Illuminates when the machine is powered 3 SDIINLED llluminates when SDI framing is received in the DV Encode mode and when DV framing is received in the DV Decode mode 4 DVDECODELED llluminates when in the DV Decode mode 5 MODE SELECT Dipswitches For machine setup 1 and 2 are for audio group selection 3 is for channel pair selection 4 is for VITC or DVITC timecode
3. selection Table 2 Rear Panel FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder Features Feature Function 6 12VDC 12V DC connector for powering the unit 7 BATTERY XLR Connects to a portable battery pack input 8 DV6 pin port FireWire Connects to a source or an acceptor for DV decoding or encoding and or power via 1394a bus 9 DV 4 pin port FireWire Connects to a source or an acceptor for DV decoding or encoding 10 SDI IN BNC Connector Connects to the digital video BNC source when selecting SDI as the input 11 SDIOUTBNC Connector Connects to the digital video BNC output 12 VITC INBN Connector Connects to the Vertical Interval Time Code IO 13 VITC OUT BNC Connector 14 RS 422 DB9C Port Connects to control devices that conform to the Sony control protocol 1 In the DV Encode mode SDI signals are converted to DV 2 In the DV Decode mode DV signals are converted to SDI 3 Manual override KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder 5 1 5 2 Connecting the FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder To connect the FC 20 do the following e Connect the SDI DV inputs and outputs as required see section 6 2 e Connect a Sony RS 422 controlled deck if required e Connect the power source see section 5 1 e Set the MODE SELECT dipswitches see section 5 2 Powering the FC 20 The FC 20 features three power options for your convenience e An XLR 12V battery pack input e A Un
4. switching is manual also there is no deck control when using camera lt gt deck connectivity Operating Your FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder 6 2 1 Using the DV DECODE Mode By default the FC 20 is set to the DV Decode mode When in the DV Encode mode press the DV ENCODE DECODE button to return to the DV Decode mode In the DV Decode mode the DV source is transferred to the SDI OUT BNC Data from a Non Linear Editor can be easily transferred to a Betacam Recorder as the example in Figure 2 illustrates Non linear Editor Betacam Recorder Figure 2 FC 20 DV Decode Mode Configuration 6 2 1 1 VITC in the DV Decode Mode When in the DV Decode mode the timecode is extracted from the DV stream and encoded on both the VITC OUT and the SDI OUT regardless of dipswitch 4 see section 5 2 3 The timecode is encoded onto an analog video signal that is input on VITC IN The analog video signal on VITC IN is required since FC 20 does not generate its own analog video signal To receive a time code signal at the VITC OUT connector you must connect the VITC analog source to the VITC IN connector 8 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder 6 2 2 Using the DV ENCODE Mode In the DV Encode mode an SDI signal is transcoded to the DV output Data from an SDI source for example a Betacam Player is converted and transmits to an NLE or camera as illustrated in Figure 3 When an
5. ES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expre
6. Kramer Electronics Ltd ah KRAMER USER MANUAL Model FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 3 Overview 4 Your FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder 5 Connecting the FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder 5 1 Powering the FC 20 5 2 MODE SELECT Dipswitch Settings 5 2 1 Setting the Audio Group 5 2 2 Setting DV Audio Channels 523 Setting the VITC or the DVITC Signals 6 Operating Your FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder 6 1 Understanding the FC 20 LEDs 6 1 1 The POWER ON LED 6 1 2 The SDI IN LED 6 1 3 The DV DECODE LED 6 2 Understanding the DV DECODE ENCODE MODES 6 2 1 Using the DV DECODE Mode 6 2 2 Using the DV ENCODE Mode 7 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder Figure 2 FC 20 DV Decode Mode Configuration Figure 3 FC 20 DV Encode Mode Configuration Tables Table 1 Front Panel FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder Features Table 2 Rear Panel FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder Features Table 3 FC 20 Audio Group Dipswitch Settings Table 4 Technical Specifications of the FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder N GO lA AA ONA ON A A CA Qn N m pao NO 00 p A he ADDENDUM this data is included at the end of the Overview section This addendum adds the following information to the user manual No operator serviceable parts inside unit Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with this unit Enur Disconn
7. SDI signal is inputted into the FC 20 the SDI output works as a loop for this signal lt Q X Non Linear Editor Betacam Player Figure 3 FC 20 DV Encode Mode Configuration 1 Press the DV ENCODE DECODE button to toggle to the DV Encode mode from the DV Decode default mode 9 Technical Specifications 6 2 2 1 VITC in the DV Encode Mode When in the DV Encode mode the timecode is encoded using the following methods e If dipswitch 4 is set to VITC then the analog VITC is extracted from the VITC IN signal and encoded onto the DV stream e If dipswitch 4 is set to DVITC then the DVITC signal embedded in the SDI stream is extracted and encoded onto the DV stream e If neither VITC nor DVITC are detected the FC 20 encodes a free running timecode onto the DV stream 7 Technical Specifications Table 4 includes the technical specifications Table 4 Technical Specifications of the FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder INPUTS 1 SDI SMPTE 259M ITU R BT 601 on a BNC connector 1 VITC IN on a BNC connector OUTPUTS 1 SDI SMPTE 259M ITU R BT 601 on a BNC connector 1 VITC OUT on a BNC connector TIME CODE DVITC SDI BNCs VITC via separate BNCs and linear TC via RS 422 DV PORTS One 6 pin FireWire port one 4 pin FireWire port CONTROL RS 422 on a DB 9F connector Sony protocol Dipswitches for audio group selection and DVITC VITC selection POWER SOURCE 12VDC 320mA on DC connector XLR connector
8. and 6 pin 1394A connector DIMENSIONS 22cm x 18cm x 4 5cm 8 7 x 7 x 1 7 W D H half 19 1U WEIGHT 1 2kg 2 6 lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power Supply 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Technical Specifications LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase WHO IS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty J Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product iii Repair or attempted
9. dcasting and for any application requiring real time transcoding between DV and SDI 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Video and Audio Switchers Matrix Switchers and Controllers GROUP 3 Video Audio VGA XGA Processors GROUP 4 Interfaces and Sync Processors GROUP 5 Twisted Pair Interfaces GROUP 6 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers and GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors 2 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 1 Y our FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder In addition the FC 20 Auto detects and supports PAL and NTSC Includes AES EBU Embedded Audio Support at 48kHz synchronous to video Can be powered from a computer using the same 6 pin FireWire cable that carries the DV stream in and out of the NLE Non Linear Editor Supports the DVITC time code in the SDI data stream Features a separate VITC input and output for analog decks via two BNC connectors Supports linear time code via the RS 422 port Is controllable via an NLE or manually via the DV ENCODE DECODE front panel button Controls tape decks and other video devices via the RS 422 port To achieve the best performance Connect only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables Avoid interference from neighboring electrical
10. ect power and unplug unit from wall before installing or removing device or servicing unit 1 For example model number AD2512C part number 2535 000251 2900 9999992 Al Introduction 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics since 1981 a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video audio and presentation professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 350 plus different models now appear in 8 Groups which are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder This product is ideal for the following typical applications e Live broadcast remote control e Editing and duplication studios e Interfacing between machines with differing formats e Seamless conversion from DV to SDI or from SDI to DV The package includes the following items e FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder e Power adapter 12V DC Input e This user manual 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual 3 Overview The Kramer FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder is a portable DV to SDI bi directional professional video converter with embedded audio The FC 20 is designed for use in the editing studio for live broa
11. iversal DC Power Adapter e Bus power via 6 pin FireWire input port Power sources are wired in parallel therefore power is available from any source at any time For example when more than one power source is connected to the FC 20 unit the source with the highest voltage takes over MODE SELECT Dipswitch Settings Use the 4 pin dipswitches on the front panel to select the desired operation mode of the FC 20 5 2 1 Setting the Audio Group Dipswitches 1 and 2 are designated for audio group selection A group of four audio signals are embedded in the serial digital video bitstream You may select the audio group according to the settings in Table 3 Table 3 FC 20 Audio Group Dipswitch Settings Audio Dipswitch Group 1 2 1 ON ON 2 OFF ON 3 ON OFF 4 OFF OFF 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your FC 20 2 If you have a laptop connected to your FC 20 and the XLR battery connected too if the battery voltage dips the laptop will take over and vice versa 5 Connecting the FC 20 SDI DV Transcoder 5 2 2 Setting DV Audio Channels Each group usually consists of four audio channels or two stereo pairs To select the desired pair e Set dipswitch 3 to ON for 1 Left 2 Right or e Set dipswitch 3 to OFF for 3 Left 4 Right 5 2 3 Setting the VITC or the DVITC Signals The FC 20 supports DVITC embedded timecode and separate analog VITC signals
12. repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removal or installation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OF DAMAG
13. ssed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment P gt Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine B Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components y Ly 11 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback 007 o 2 s toc le Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail infoOkramerel com P N 2900 000047 REV 2
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