12G/3G/HD/SD Dual Channel Multi Purpose Signal Processor
Dual channel frame synchronizer, SDR/HDR processor, converter, is the next generation technology from FOR-A. Offering exceptional conversion format delivery, including 12G, 4K UHD, 1080p and SD/HD. Extremely versatile and easy to use. Build with the high reliability in mind. The is the ideal device for any HD transition to 4K UHD. Applications multipurpose signal processor offers essential features for emerging trends in video production. They are used in many professional settings. Each of the two HD/SD inputs incorporates a frame synchronizer, and because the signal processor features 12G-SDI terminals, optional software opens the door to 4K UHD production. Adding an optional expansion card provides four more channels of 3G-SDI input or output.* 1 The is more than a basic frame synchronizer. Video conversion of all kinds is easy. A newly developed color processing circuit supports the latest gamut and dynamic range specifications, and an optional converter circuit is available for up/down/cross conversion. Offering a wide range of audio processing, core features of remapping and gain adjustment, the can be expanded by adding an optional card* 1 that makes it an ideal standalone solution at transmission centers, in mobile production trucks, production studios, news stations, and other nonlinear editing and playout production environments. *1 For details, see the expansion cards in Options. Advantages in mixed HDR/SDR environments Mobile OB and Up-Link production trucks Convenient size where rack space is limited Energy-efficient HDR 4K UHD camera SDR camera Live staging Greatly reduces the need for other equipment. Can be used as a simplified switcher. Audio embedding Multi-camera editing 4K UHD 30p camera Camera with HDMI output* 2 x 4 *2 Audio processing unavailable with HDMI connection. Frame synchronizer 1080i/1080p converter, 3G-SDI Level-A/B converter* 3 Up/down/cross converter Delay adjustment Aspect ratio converter Resizing/repositioning Frame rate converter 2SI/SQD converter* 3 Color corrector Process amplifier Color space converter External remote unit* 3 Direct HDR, 12G-SDI output *3 Converted to HDR, 12G-SDI output
Versatile format support Transmission Centers Saves significant space Efficient processing of stable video Conversion to formats needed by recipients Redundant power supply Computer Router Frame synchronizer 1080i/1080p converter, 3G-SDI Level-A/B converter* 3 Up/down/cross converter Delay adjustment Aspect ratio converter Resizing/repositioning Frame rate converter 2SI/SQD converter* 3 Color corrector Process amplifier Color space converter External remote unit* 3 *3 Provides uniform output of video formats Provides uniform output of video formats Control rooms Program production using uniform, converted output of a variety of source video formats Nonlinear video and audio editing Conversion to formats used in editing, even for unusual source formats
Standard features Dual channel frame synchronization, via 2 SDI inputs and 4 outputs Extensive professional video format support, from SD to HD formats Connect a broad range of equipment also equipped with HDMI ports.* 4 The comes standard with a dedicated application that runs on Windows, providing full access to many functions, and allows a wide variety of settings. Web server functionality is also implemented in the main unit, allowing adjustments* 5 to be made to various parameters from mobile and tablet devices. New color processing circuit provides strong support in HD/4K UHD production. Useful not only at input when converting to unified specifications before input to a switcher or editing system but also at output, before HDR and SDR simulcasts, for example. Conversion between SD/HD and 4K UHD* 6 and between SD and HD. Also enables cross-conversion between 1080i and 720p. (For these conversions, only Line1-side conversions effective.) *4 Audio processing unavailable with HDMI connection. *5 This feature is available for a limited number of function and parameters. *6 When FA-964K is installed. Conversions that include 4K UHD are effective only Line 1-side. When from 12G-SDI to quad link 3G-SDI output and downconverted HD output are used concurrently, quad link 3G-SDI needs to be set to 2SI (2-Sample Interleave) Level-A format. Supports and converts between the broad ITU-R BT.2020 gamut for 4K/8K and the conventional ITU-R BT.709 gamut for HD. ITU-R BT. 2020 Ultra HD ITU-R BT. 709 HD ITU-R BT.709 ITU-R BT.2020 Compensates for differences among external devices using EOTF/OETF corresponding to various HDR or SDR curves. EOTF/OETF log curves and gamut registrable from a computer. Dynamic range conversion compatible with HLG, PQ, SDR, and other log curves. Also compatible with S-Log3, Canon Log2, and other camera log curves. Using FA-96AHDR Advanced Function Software option, enables compatible with ITU-R BT.2100-compliant dynamic range conversion. SDR Converted to HDR, for display on an HDR monitor
Options FA-964K 4K/12G-SDI-compatible software Enables video processing up to 4K UHD, 6G/12G-SDI connectivity, and SQD/2SI conversion. Add an optional expansion card for quad link 3G-SDI or single 12G-SDI or HDMI 2.0 LEVEL B* 7 input and output. *7 Audio processing unavailable with HDMI connection. Convert quad link 3G-SDI input to 12G-SDI output quad link 3G-SDI *8 12G-SDI 12G-SDI transmission greatly reduces cables Convert 12G-SDI input to quad link 3G-SDI output for monitors Router 12G-SDI quad link 3G-SDI *8 *8 When FA-96EX3G44-R is installed
Expansion cards Rear panel Slot A Slot B Slot C Slot E Slot D AC100-240V 50/60Hz IN 2 1 A B C D IN2 OUT2a OUT2b IN1 OUT1a OUT1b IN OUT 1/2 3/4 5/6 7/8 E LAN 3G/HD/SD-SDI 12G/3G/HD/SD-SDI HDMI GENLOCK IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN/OUT For slot A FA-96EX3G44-R 3G-SDI I/O Card Card for input and output of standards from SD-SDI to 3G-SDI. Pass-through supported on all 4 inputs and outputs. FA-96EX12G06 Card for 6 distributed outputs of 12G/HD/SD-SDI. For slots B FA-96AES-UBL AES Audio I/O Card Card for unbalanced AES input and output. Enables input and output using pairs of terminals (a configuration of 8 inputs, 4 inputs/4 outputs, or 8 outputs is available). For slots B and C FA-96AES-UBLC AES Audio Output Expansion Cable Cable for 4 additional unbalanced AES outputs. Standard AES connectors on the rear panel are for input only. FA-96GPI GPI I/O Expansion Card GPI card for 10 inputs/10 outputs. (Under development) 12G-SDI 6 Output Expansion Card For slots D FA-96DIN4-CBL Cable for LTC input and output. Enables one input and one output. For slots E FA-96DB9-CBL GPI Cable (Under development) DIN 1.0/2.3 Expansion Cable Cable for GPI control. Allows 7 inputs/outputs, with each line switchable between input and output. Other options Redundant power supply FA-96PS Redundant Power Supply Unit FA-96AHDR Advanced Function Software for HDR Compatible with ITU-R BT.2100-compliant dynamic range conversion. Luminance marker displays have become available, extending the dynamic range conversion and gamut conversion of standard functions, along with improved adjustment controls. Remote control units FA-10RU FA-10DCCRU (Planned for future support) The FA-10RU allows remote operation of almost all functions. A single FA-10RU is able to control up to 100 s. In addition, one is able to also be controlled from up to five remote control units (including the FA-10DCCRU and GUI) simultaneously. The FA-10DCCRU allows remote operation of the color corrector functions of the. One is able to be controlled from up to five remote control units (including the FA-10RU and GUI) simultaneously.
Block diagram *9 12G/3G/HD/SD Dual Channel Multi Purpose Signal Processor *9 blue character functions. *10 12G-SDI OUT available only in 2SI Level-A OUT mode. *11 Audio processing unavailable with HDMI connection. External view Unit: mm Front POWER FAN ALARM PROC EMB HDR/WCG SETUP CC DWN MIX CLIP MAPPING FRAM SYNCHRONIZER FS1 LOCK 6 ON DC POWER OFF GENLOCK F1 UNITY F2 UNITY F3 UNITY F4 UNITY INPUT AES GAIN OUTPUT DELAY OPTION FS2 EVENT 6.4 32 44 DISP ON/OFF ANC ANALOG SYSTEM STATUS VIDEO AUDIO 6 430 462 480 12 Rear A B C D 2 AC100-240V 50/60Hz IN 1 IN2 OUT2a OUT2b IN1 OUT1a OUT1b IN OUT 1/2 3/4 5/6 7/8 E LAN 3G/HD/SD-SDI 12G/3G/HD/SD-SDI HDMI GENLOCK IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN/OUT Frame synchronizer lineup : 4K support : 12G-SDI support : HDR support : WCG support 10 -channel FA-1010 3G/HD/SD-SDI input x 10/output x 10 Max. 192 audio channels frame synchronizer x 10 color corrector x 10 10 x 10 clean switch 4K UHD capability 5 -channel FA-505 3G/HD/SD-SDI input x 5/output x 10 Max. 112 audio channels frame synchronizer x 5 color corrector x 5 up/down/cross converter x 5 5 x 5 clean switch 4K UHD capability 2 -channel 12G/3G/HD/SD-SDI input x 2/output x 4 Max. 32 audio channels frame synchronizer x 2 color corrector x 2 up/down/cross converter x1 4K UHD capability 2 -channel FA-9520 3G/HD/SD-SDI input x 2/output x 4 Max. 44 audio channels frame synchronizer x 2 color corrector x 2 up/down/cross converter x 2 automatic video optimizer logo generator 1-channel FA-9500 3G/HD/SD-SDI input x 2/output x 4 Max. 28 audio channels frame synchronizer color corrector up/down/cross converter x 2 automatic video optimizer logo generator
Specifications Video formats Standard FA-964K install Video inputs 1080/60p, 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p, 1080/30p, 1080/29.97p, 1080/25p, 1080/24p, 1080/23.98p, 1080/60i, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/30PsF, 1080/29.97PsF, 1080/25PsF, 1080/24PsF, 1080/23.98PsF, 720/60p, 720/59.94p, 720/50p, 720/30p, 720/29.97p *1, 720/25p *1, 720/24p *1, 720/23.98p *1, 525/60, 625/50 (Additional resolutions) 3840 x 2160/60p *2, 3840 x 2160/59.94p *2, 3840 x 2160/50p *2 Audio inputs Embedded 12G/3G/HD-SDI: 16 channels (Group 1 to 4), 48 khz, 16 to 24-bit, synchronous/ asynchronous SD-SDI: 16 channels (Group 1 to 4), 48 khz, 16 to 24-bit, synchronous AES/EBU* 7 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, BNC x 4 (Input/output switchable* 8 ), Max. number of stereo inputs: 4, 32/44.1/48kHz, 16-bit to 24-bit FA-96AES-UBL 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, additional BNC x 4 (Input/output switchable* 8 ), Max. number of stereo inputs with standard: 8, 32/44.1/48kHz, 16-bit to 24-bit Standard 3G/HD/SD-SDI: 3 Gbps to 270 Mbps, 75Ω, BNC x 2* 3 HDMI: HDMI 2.0 LEVEL B (Type-A) x 1, Video signal only FA-964K install In1* 4 : In2 : 12G/3G/HD/SD-SDI: 12 Gbps to 270 Mbps 3G/HD/SD-SDI: 3 Gbps to 270 Mbps FA-96AES-UBL with UBLC* 7 Audio outputs 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, additional BNC x 8 (Input/output switchable x4* 8, output exclusive use x4), Max. number of stereo inputs with standard: 8, 32/44.1/48kHz, 16-bit to 24-bit FA-96EX3G44-R Video outputs 3G/HD/SD-SDI: 3 Gbps to 270 Mbps, 75Ω, BNC x 4* 5 Standard 3G/HD/SD-SDI: 3 Gbps to 270 Mbps, 75Ω, BNC x 4* 1 HDMI: HDMI 2.0 LEVEL B (Type-A) x 1, Video signal only FA-964K install FA-96EX3G44-R Video functions OUT1a/1b* 4 : OUT2a/2b : 12G/3G/HD/SD-SDI: 12 Gbps to 270 Mbps 3G/HD/SD-SDI: 3 Gbps to 270 Mbps 3G/HD/SD-SDI: 3 Gbps to 270 Mbps, 75Ω, BNC x 4* 5 I/O processing Standard: 2 inputs, 2 distributed outputs (3G-SDI to SD-SDI) 4K: 1 input (12G-SDI to SD-SDI) + 1 input (3G-SDI to SD-SDI) 1 input, 2 distributed outputs (12G-SDI to SD-SDI) + 1 input, 2 distributed outputs (3G-SDI to SD-SDI) Processing Quantization 4:2:2 digital component 12G/3G/HD/SD-SDI: 10-bit Genlock input BB: 0.429 Vp-p (NTSC)/0.45 Vp-p (PAL) Tri-level sync: 0.6 Vp-p, 75Ω, BNC x 1, loop-through (to be terminated with 75Ω terminator, if unused) Synchronizer modes Genlock Source Select System phase adjustment Frame, Line, AVDL, and Line (minimum) modes Reference signal, SDI input Frame mode Horizontal: -1/2H to +1/2H Vertical: -1/2 frames to +1/2 frames Max. delay: 1 frame +1H, Min. delay: 1H Line mode Horizontal: -1/2H to +1/2H Vertical: -1/2 frames to +1/2 frames Max. delay: 1 frame +2H, Min. delay: 2H Max. delay: 1 frame +5H, Min. delay: 5H (quad link 3D-SDI) AVDL mode Horizontal: -1/2H to +1/2H Vertical: -1/2 frames to +1/2 frames Max. delay: 5H +1/2H, Min. delay: 1/2H (HD) Max. delay: 1H +1/2H, Min. delay: 1/2H (SD) Line (minimum) mode Horizontal: Vertical: Max. delay: Converter1 Converter2 Available formats* 6-1/2H to +1/2H -1/2 frames to +1/2 frames 1H +700CLK, Min. delay: 700CLK 4K 2SI/SQD conversion, up/down/cross-conversion, aspect conversion, resizing and repositioning, I/P conversion, 3G-SDI Level A-B conversion, frame-rate simple conversion (x1/2, x2), frame delay conversion (Max. delay: 8 frames) 3840 x 2160/59.94p, 3840 x 2160/50p, 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p, 1080/29.97p, 1080/25p, 1080/23.98p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/23.98PsF, 720/59.94p, 720/50p, 525/60, 625/50 I/P conversion, 3G-SDI Level A-B conversion, frame-rate simple conversion (x1/2, x2), frame delay conversion (Max. delay: 8 frames) Embedded 12G/3G/HD-SDI: 16 channels (Group 1 to 4), 48 khz, 16/20/24-bit, synchronous/ asynchronous SD-SDI: 12 channels (Group 1 to 3), 48 khz, 16/20/24-bit, synchronous AES/EBU* 8 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, BNC x 4 (Input/output switchable* 8 ), Max. number of stereo outputs: 4, 48kHz, 16/20/24-bit FA-96AES-UBL FA-96AES-UBLC* 7 FA-96AES-UBL with UBLC* 7 Audio functions 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, additional BNC x 4 (Input/output switchable* 8 ), Max. number of stereo outputs with standard: 8, 48kHz, 16/20/24-bit 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, additional BNC x 4 (Output exclusive use), Max. number of stereo outputs: 4, 48kHz, 16/20/24-bit 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, additional BNC x 4 (Output exclusive use x4,input/ output switchable x4* 8 ), Max. number of stereo outputs: 8, 48kHz, 16/20/24-bit Delay adjustment Fixed mode: 5 ms to 1,000 ms (adjustable in 1 ms increments) Tracking mode: Automatically follows video processing delay Signal processing Main unit Sampling rate converter (SRC), gain control, down-mixing, remapping, mute (per channel) Interfaces Ethernet: 100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T, RJ-45 x 1 Temperature/humidity Power Consumption With FA-96PS With all options installed* 9 Dimensions/weight Consumables/ replacement timing (under constant use at room temperature) Included accessories Options 0 C to 40 C / 30% to 90% (no condensation) 100 V to 240 V AC ±10%, 50/60 Hz 70 VA (67W) (at 100 V to 120 V AC 72 VA (68W) (at 220 V to 240 V AC) 70 VA (65W) (at 100 V to 120 V AC 86 VA (71W) (at 220 V to 240 V AC) 80 VA (77W) (at 100 V to 120 V AC 86 VA (78W) (at 220 V to 240 V AC) 430 (W) x 44 (H) x 300 (D) mm / 3.5 kg Power unit/approx. 5 years Cooling fan/approx. 6 years Operation manual PDF and control GUI software (CD-ROM), AC cord, rack mount brackets, retaining clip for AC cord and HDMI cord For slot A FA-96EX3G44-R: 3G-SDI I/O card FA-96EX12G06: 12G-SDI 6 output expansion card (In development) For slots B FA-96AES-UBL: AES audio I/O card For slots B and C FA-96AES-UBLC: AES audio output expansion cable FA-96GPI: GPI I/O expansion card For Slot D FA-96DIN4-CBL: DIN 4 pin cable (In development) For Slot E FA-96DB9-CBL: GPI cable Available formats* 6 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p, 1080/29.97p, 1080/25p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i Color processing Process amplifier, color space conversion, EOTF (de-gamma)/oeft (gamma), color corrector, video clipping Proc Amp Video level: 0.0% to 200.0% Chroma level: 0.0% to 200.0% Black level: -20.0% to 100.0% Hue: -179.8º to +180º Color correction Video clipping Color spaces EOTF/OETF Balance (RGB) mode and differential (YPbPr) mode Knee Clip (RGB), YPbPr Clip ITU-R BT.709/2020, user-defined (can be downloaded) HLG, SMPTE2048, ITU-R BT.1886, user-defined (can be downloaded) Head Office: 3-8-1 Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0013, Japan FOR-A Corporation of America Corporate Office: Tel: +1-714-894-3311 11155 Knott Ave., Suite G&H, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A. 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Requires optional FA-96EX3G44-R 3G-SDI I/O Expansion Card for quad link 3D-SDI (Level-A/B, Square Division/2-Sample Interleave) support. *3 Pass-through supported between IN2 and OUT2a. *4 3 Gbps to 270 Mbps between IN1 and OUT1a/OUT1b without FA-964K expansion. *5 Pass-through supported between 4 inputs and 4 outputs. *6 Formats supported as of October 2017 *7 When using FA-96AES-UBLC option, standard AES/EBU connectors are used exclusively for input. *8 Input or output able to be set for each AES/EBU connector (each stereo pair). *9 Using FA-96PS, FA-96EX3G44-R, FA-96AES-UBL and FA-96GPI. 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