AJA - 1RU 4K/UltraHD/HD/SD frame sync and converter

AJA FS4-R0 - 1RU 4K/UltraHD/HD/SD frame sync and converter

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1RU 4K/UltraHD/HD/SD frame sync and converter. 1-Channel 4K/Ultra HD, or 4 independent channel HD/SD frame syncs
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5,888.81 CHF VAT excl.

6,365.81 CHF Inc. VAT

Manufacturer price 6 198,75 CHF VAT excluded
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Aja 1RU 4K/UltraHD/HD/SD synchroniser and converter
FS4 is your concrete solution for conversions of any resolution, manufactured to AJA's high quality and reliability standards. 4K/UltraHD broadcasting, processing and synchronisation are quickly becoming the new norm, and FS4 leads you there with a multitude of digital video connectivity, including Quad 1.5G, Dual 3G, Quad 3G on 3G-SDI and 12Gb/6Gb via optional 12G-SDI BNC and 12G-SDI LC Fiber SFP modules. In single-channel mode, FS4 can convert your HD or SD content to 4K/UltraHD and vice versa, with a wide range of audio channels on Fiber, 3G-SDI, AES, and MADI for an incredible 272 x 208 audio matrix of possibilities. Welcome to four-channel mode. In four-channel mode, FS4 offers incredibly powerful multi-channel conversion with up to 4 channels of simultaneous processing for 2K/HD and SD signals. A new approach requires a new layout and the FS4 front panel has been redesigned to simplify and speed up your access to the product's many features. The panel has also been designed to offer simple operation in single-channel or four-channel mode. In four-channel mode, all four VIDx buttons under Channel Select are lit. In single-channel mode, only VID1 is lit and VID2-4 are off. Multi-channel density in a 1RU chassis. Space, energy and power preserved.
Single Channel Mode
4K/UltraHD broadcasting, processing and synchronisation are quickly becoming the new norm, and FS4 leads you there with a multitude of digital video connectivity, including Quad 1.5G, Dual 3G, Quad 3G on 3G-SDI and 12Gb/6Gb via optional 12G-SDI BNC and 12G-SDI LC Fiber SFP modules.
In single-channel mode, FS4 can convert your HD or SD content to 4K/UltraHD and vice versa, with a wide range of audio channels on Fiber, 3G-SDI, AES, and MADI for an incredible 272 x 208 audio matrix of possibilities.
Four Channel Mode
In four-channel mode, FS4 offers incredibly powerful multi-channel conversion with up to 4 channels of simultaneous processing for 2K/HD and SD signals. Powerful processing allows for region of interest (ROI) scaling, colour correction, proc amp controls, motion-adaptive deinterlacing and much more.
Multi-channel density in a 1RU chassis. Space, energy and possibilities preserved.
New Approach, New Interface
A new approach requires a new layout and the FS4 front panel has been redesigned to simplify and speed up your access to the product's many features. The panel has also been designed to offer simple operation in single-channel or four-channel mode. In four-channel mode, all four VIDx buttons under Channel Select are lit. In single-channel mode, only VID1 is lit and VID2-4 are off.
Up, Down and Cross Conversion
The transition to 4K is never an instant change. Existing signals and archive material must be integrated into the 4K environment while 4K sources must be down-converted for current 2K/HD workflows.
Using AJA's remarkable conversion algorithms, FS4 supports up, down and cross conversion of SD, HD or 2K on 12G/6G/3G-SDI video to 4K or UltraHD video and vice versa. Quadrant (Square Division) and 2SI (Two Sample Interleave) output formats are supported.
AJA's powerful hardware conversion technology ensures the highest image quality for your productions. Key conversion features include:
- 4K/UltraHD/2K/HD/SD up/down conversion
- SD/SD aspect ratio conversion
- HD/HD cross conversion (720p/1080i)
All in beautiful 10-bit with dedicated hardware.
Incredible Digital Connectivity
Video and audio deserve the connectivity and bandwidth needed to meet your project requirements.
FS4 uses standard BNCs as well as optional SFP inputs and outputs to easily integrate into a variety of workflows and installations with support for SDI workflows up to 12G.
FS4 has BNC and Fiber inputs and outputs to accept SDI signals in 4K/UltraHD/2K/HD/SD resolution in single-channel mode. In four-channel mode, 2K/HD/SD inputs can be routed to multiple locations simultaneously without requiring external signal distribution.
A loop-through reference input allows FS4 to lock to your house reference signal for rock-solid stability.
Digital audio can be de-embedded and embedded between SDI, MADI and AES for an incredible number of routing possibilities.
12G/6G BNC and Fiber SFP Options
FS4's SFP options include 12G/6G-SDI HD-BNC and Fiber I/O options, allowing for great SDI flexibility and fiber cable lengths up to 10 kilometers that can be connected directly to the FS4 without requiring separate fiber to SDI conversion.
Supported single and dual-channel fiber connectors:
- Single-channel LC connector modules
- Single-channel SC connector modules
- Dual-channel LC connector modules
The development of 5.1 and 7.1 audio has increased the number of audio channels to manage in a production. The MADI standard offers a convenient way to transport a large number of audio channels along a single cable, simplifying cabling requirements for broadcasters, mobile trucks and production. FS4 supports MADI input and output in fiber and coaxial. An internal 277 x 208 mono audio matrix allows you to route 1 to 1 or 1 to many with full routing of MADI, mixes and all audio from SDI, fiber and AES sources for incredible audio processing capability in a single box.
Closed Caption Conversion
FS4 supports closed captions and closed caption conversion between 2K/HD/SD and 4K/UltraHD formats - including full conversion of CEA-608 and CEA-708 standards. FS4 can preserve closed captions even when converting between formats, eliminating the need to re-insert closed captions after conversion.
Active Format Description
Automatically sets Active Format Description information to match the converted signal. This means that AFD information does not need to be inserted after conversion and provides accurate information for devices that understand AFD.
Remote Configuration and Control
FS4 is network-ready and supports SNMP monitoring and remote control via web. Units can be connected to any Ethernet network via the built-in 10/100/1000MB Ethernet port, allowing control and configuration of multiple FS units from any web browser on a connected computer. Configurations can be saved and applied to multiple units, ensuring consistency and rapid setup in large installations.
To integrate seamlessly with an installation's existing automation, FS4 can also receive external GPI commands to trigger various functions.

 

 

Specifications

 

Operating modes

Four independent 2K, HD or SD video processors
One 4K, UltraHD, 2K, HD or SD video processor

Video Formats

(4K) 4096 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
(UltraHD) 3840 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
(2K) 2048 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
(HD) 1920 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
(HD) 1920 x 1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
(HD) 1920 x 1080i 50, 59.94, 60
(HD) 1280 x 720p 50, 59.94, 60
(SD) 525i 59.94
(SD) 625i 50
YCbCr, 4:2:2, 10 bits

Digital video input

4 x 3G-SDI inputs, 4 x BNC
4 x 3G-SDI inputs, 4 x Fibre or HD-BNC (optional SFP modules)
Fibre SFP modules, 3G-SDI, dual LC, single LC, or single SC, SMPTE-297
Fibre SFP module, 12G/6G-SDI, dual LC, SMPTE-297
Coaxial SFP module, 12G/6G-SDI, dual HD-BNC
12G/6G/3G/HD/SD, SMPTE-259/292/424/2081/2082
Single-link 12G/6G-SDI (with optional SFP module)
Quad-link 3G-SDI Level A or B-DL (4 x 3G), SMPTE-425-5
Dual-link 3G-SDI Level B-DS (2 x 3G), SMPTE-425-3
Single-link 3G-SDI Level A, B-DL, or B-DS, SMPTE 425
Quad-link HD-SDI (4 x 1.5G)
Dual-link HD-SDI (2 x 1.5G), SMPTE-372
Single-link HD/SD
4K/UltraHD input pixel mapping in Quadrant (Square Division) or 2SI (Two Sample Interleave)
8 x 1 selector feeding video processor(s)

Digital Video Output

4 x 3G-SDI outputs, 4 x BNC
4 x 3G-SDI outputs, 4 x fiber or HD-BNC (optional SFP modules)
SFP fiber modules, 3G-SDI, Dual LC, Dual LC CWDM, Single LC, or Single SC, SMPTE-297
SFP fiber module, 12G/6G-SDI, dual LC, SMPTE-297
SFP coaxial module, 12G/6G-SDI, dual HD-BNC
12G/6G/3G/HD/SD, SMPTE-259/292/424/2081/2082
12G/6G-SDI single link (with optional SFP module)
3G-SDI quad link Level A or B-DL (4 x 3G), SMPTE-425-5
3G-SDI dual link Level B-DS (2 x 3G), SMPTE-425-3
3G-SDI single link Level A, B-DL, or B-DS, SMPTE 425
HD-SDI quad link (4 x 1.5G)
HD-SDI dual link (2 x 1.5G), SMPTE-372
HD/SD single link
4K/UltraHD output pixel mapping as quadrant (square division) or 2SI (two sample interleave)

Digital monitor output

1 x BNC, 1 x 3G-SDI output
3G-SDI/HD/SD, SMPTE-259/292/424, 10-bit
1 x HDMI, 1 x HD output
2K/HD/SD, HDMI v1.4a
The monitored video processor output (video and audio) is simultaneously output on both connectors
4K/UltraHD converted to 2K/HD
Crop control on HDMI output

Video Processing

Motion-adaptive deinterlacer
Processing amplification controls
Colour corrector
Legaliser
Frame rate conversion/removal/insertion of film cadence (3:2, 1:2, 2:1, 2:3)
Adjustable delay from 0 to 6 frames with H and V timing controls
Closed caption conversion (CEA-608/CEA-708)
AFD input detection, downconversion control, and output pass-through or rewrite
Freeze (manual or on input signal loss) to black or last valid frame
Matte generator for background fill
Video test generator
Nominal video delay
4K/UltraHD, 3 frames (LFR), 6 frames (HFR)
HD/SD, 2 frames (LFR), 4 frames (HFR)

Format conversion

Converts any supported input format to any supported output format, within the same frame rate family. These three families are:
59.94, 29.97, 23.98
50, 25
60, 30, 24

Scaling

Supported in 2K/HD/SD formats
Zoom in and out
Repositioning
Region of Interest (ROI)

Up-Conversion

10-bit hardware
14:9 Zoom: produces a slightly zoomed 4:3 image to fill a 14:9 image with black side bars
Letterbox Zoom: produces a zoomed image to fill the entire screen
Wide Zoom: produces a combination of zoom and horizontal stretch to fill a 16:9 screen; this setting will introduce a slight change in aspect ratio

Down-Conversion

10-bit hardware
Anamorphic: full screen
Letterbox: image is reduced with black bars added to top and bottom of the image area while maintaining aspect ratio
Crop: image is cropped to fit the video output format

Image format conversion from SD to SD

Letterbox: Transforms anamorphic SD material into a letterbox imageH Crop: Produces a horizontal stretch effect on the image; transforms anamorphic SD to full screen
SD Pillarbox: Produces an image in the centre of the screen with black borders on the left and right sides and an anamorphosed image in the centre
V Crop: Transforms letterbox SD material into an anamorphic image

Digital audio input

48 kHz sampling rate
8 x embedded SDI inputs (16 channels each)
128 channels, 24-bit (20-bit SD), SMPTE-272/299
8 x balanced AES inputs (16 channels), 1 x DB-25
16 channels, 24-bit, AES-3
2 x MADI inputs, 1 BNC, 1 x ST Fibre
128 channels, 24-bit, AES-10

Digital audio output

48 kHz sampling frequency
1 x embedded SDI output per video processor (16 channels each)
16 channels (in single video processor mode), 24-bit (20-bit SD), SMPTE-272/299
64 channels (in four video processor mode), 24-bit (20-bit SD), SMPTE-272/299
8 x balanced AES outputs (16 channels), 1 x DB-25
16 channels, 24-bit, AES-3
2 x MADI outputs, 1 BNC, 1 x ST fibre
128 channels, 24-bit, AES-10

Audio processing

277 x 208 mono audio matrix, 1-to-1, 1-to-many routing
Inputs: 128 embedded, 16 AES, 128 MADI, 2 stereo mixes, 3 tone generators
Outputs: 64 embedded, 16 AES, 128 MADI
Input adjustment controls for each channel
Gain +18 to -18 dB in 0.5 dB steps
Phase inversion
Input adjustment controls for each channel pair
Delay -16ms to +1sec in 20.8 µs steps
Two independent 5.1 or 7.1 to stereo downmix processors with gain adjustment
High-quality sample rate conversion on all audio inputs
SRC bypass for non-PCM audio (e.g. Dolby E, AC-3, etc.)
Audio tone generator (mute, 400 Hz, 1 kHz)

Reference input

External, 2 x BNC
Loop-through, unterminated
Blackburst or tri-level sync

Genlock

Lock to external reference
Lock to SDI input 1 to 8
Free-run operation based on temperature-compensated crystal oscillator

Network interface

1 x RJ-45, Ethernet 10/100/1000
Built-in web server for remote control
SNMP

Front Panel

Display
Keyboard with status LED
Two rotary/push buttons
Comprehensive alarm indicators

Presets

Each mode supports 40 presets

GPI

1 x 25-pin D-Sub connector
Four optically isolated GPI inputs
Four optically isolated GPO outputs

Dimensions (w x d x h)

17.5" x 16" x 1.75" (1RU) (444.5mm x 406.5mm x 44.4mm)

Weight

7.0 lb (3.6 kg)

Power supply

100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz (Dual, redundant power supplies),
55W typical; 70W max. 15A max.

Environment

Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees C (32 to 104 degrees F)
Storage temperature: -40 to 60 degrees C (-40 to 140 degrees F)
Operating relative humidity: 10 to 90%, non-condensing
Operating altitude: less than 3,000 metres (less than 10,000 feet)

 

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