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FS4 is a 4-Channel 2K/HD/SD or 1-Channel 4K/UltraHD frame synchronizer and up, down, cross-converter. AJA's flagship frame synchronizer and converter offers incredible versatility and connectivity in a sleek 1RU frame for all your 4K/UltraHD and 2K/HD/SD conversion needs. Offering a wide range of connection options for both video and audio, FS4 can do the work of four separate devices in 2K/HD/SD or combine all processors and channels together for maximum flexibility for 4K/UltraHD productivity.
- Product Identifiers -
MPN: FS4UPC: 892448000106
- Product Specifications -
Modes of Operation
- 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
- (4K) 4096 x 2160PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
- (UltraHD) 3840 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
- (UltraHD) 3840 x 2160PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
- (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) 625i 50
- (SD) 525i 59.94
- YCbCr, 4:2:2, 10-bit
Video Input Digital
- 4x 3G-SDI inputs, 4 x BNC
- 4x 3G-SDI inputs, 4 x Fiber or HD-BNC (optional SFP modules)
- SFP coax module, 12G/6G-SDI, dual HD-BNC
- SFP fiber module, 12G/6G-SDI, Single Mode, dual LC or single LC, SMPTE-297
- SFP fiber modules, 3G-SDI, Single Mode, dual LC, single LC, or single SC, SMPTE-297
- SFP fiber modules, 3G-SDI, Multi-Mode, dual LC or single LC, SMPTE-297
- 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 (4x 3G), SMPTE-425-5
- Dual Link 3G-SDI Level B-DS (2x 3G), SMPTE-425-3
- Single Link 3G-SDI Level A, B-DL, or B-DS, SMPTE 425
- Quad Link HD-SDI (4x 1.5G)
- Dual Link HD-SDI (2x 1.5G), SMPTE-372
- Single Link HD/SD
- Quadrant (Square Division) or 2SI (Two Sample Interleave) 4K/UltraHD input pixel mapping
- 8x 1 selector feeds video processor(s)
Video Output Digital
- 4x 3G-SDI outputs, 4 x BNC
- 4x 3G-SDI outputs, 4 x fiber or HD-BNC (optional SFP modules)
- SFP coax module, 12G/6G-SDI, dual HD-BNC
- SFP fiber module, 12G/6G-SDI, Single Mode, dual LC or single LC, SMPTE-297
- SFP fiber modules, 3G-SDI, Single Mode, dual LC, single LC, or single SC, SMPTE-297
- SFP fiber modules, 3G-SDI, Multi-Mode, dual LC or single LC, SMPTE-297
- 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 (4x 3G), SMPTE-425-5
- Dual Link 3G-SDI Level B-DS (2x 3G), SMPTE-425-3
- Single Link 3G-SDI Level A, B-DL, or B-DS, SMPTE 425
- Quad Link HD-SDI (4x 1.5G)
- Dual Link HD-SDI (2x 1.5G), SMPTE-372
- Single Link HD/SD
- Quadrant (Square Division) or 2SI (Two Sample Interleave) 4K/UltraHD output pixel mapping
Monitor Output Digital
- 1x BNC, 1 x 3G-SDI output
- 3G-SDI/HD/SD, SMPTE-259/292/424, 10-bits
- 4K/UltraHD automatically down-converted to 2K/HD
- 1x HDMI, 1 x HD output
- 2K/HD/SD, HDMI v1.4a
- 4K/UltraHD automatically down-converted to 2K/HD
- Crop control on HDMI output
Video Processing
- Motion adaptive deinterlacer
- Proc amp controls
- Color corrector
- Legalizer
- Frame rate conversion/film cadence removal/insertion (3:2, 1:2, 2:1, 2:3)
- Adjustable delay 0-6 frames with H and V timing controls in lines and pixels
- Closed Captioning conversion (CEA-608/CEA-708)
- AFD input detection, down-convert control, and output pass through or overwrite
- Freeze (manual or on input signal loss) to black or last good frame
- Matte generator for background fill
- Video test generator
- Nominal video delay HD/SD, 2 frames (LFR), 4 frames (HFR)
Format Conversion
- Convert 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
- Reposition
- Region of Interest (ROI)
Up-Conversion
- Hardware 10-bit
- Zoom 14:9: results in a 4:3 image zoomed slightly to fill a 14:9 image with black side bars
- Zoom Letterbox: results in image zoomed to fill fullscreen
- Zoom Wide: results in a combination of zoom and horizontal stretch to fill a 16:9 screen; this setting will introduce a small aspect ratio change
Down-Conversion
- Hardware 10-bit
- Anamorphic: fullscreen
- Letterbox: image is reduced with black top and bottom added to image area with the aspect ratio preserved
- Crop: image is cropped to fit video output format
Aspect Ratio Conversion for SD to SD
- Letterbox: Transforms SD anamorphic material to a letterboxed image
- H Crop: Produces a horizontally stretched effect on the image; transforms anamorphic SD to full frame
- SD Pillarbox: Produces an image in the center of the screen with black borders on the left and right sides and an anamorphized image in the center
- V Crop: Transforms SD letterbox material to an anamorphic image
Audio Input Digital
- 48 kHz sample rate
- 8x SDI embedded inputs (16-Channels each)
- 128-Channels, 24-bit (20-bit SD), SMPTE-272/299
- 8x balanced AES inputs (16-Channels), 1x DB-25
- 16-Channels, 24-bit, AES-3
- 2x MADI inputs, 1 BNC, 1x ST Fiber
- 128-Channels, 24-bit, AES-10
Audio Output Digital
- 48 kHz sample rate
- 1x SDI embedded 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
- 8x balanced AES outputs (16-Channels), 1x DB-25
- 16-Channels, 24-bit, AES-3
- 2x MADI outputs, 1 BNC, 1x ST Fiber
- 128-Channels, 24-bit, AES-10
Audio Processing
- 277 x 208 mono audio matrix, route 1 to 1, 1 to many
- Inputs: 128 embedded, 16 AES, 128 MADI, 2 stereo mixdowns, 3 tone generator
- Outputs (Four Channel mode): 16 AES, 128 MADI, 64 embedded
- Outputs (Single Channel mode): 16 AES, 128 MADI, 16 embedded
- Input adjustment controls for each channel
- Gain +18 to -18 dB in 0.5 dB steps
- Phase invert
- Input adjustment controls for each channel pair
- Delay -16ms to +1sec in 20.8 us steps
- Two independent 5.1 or 7.1 to stereo mixdown processors with gain adjust
- High quality Sample Rate Conversion supported 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, 2x BNC
- Looping, nonterminating
- Blackburst or tri-level sync
Genlock
- Lock to External Reference
- Lock to SDI input 1 thru 8
- Free run based on Temperature Compensated Crystal Oscillator
Network Interface
- 1x RJ-45, 10/100/1000 Ethernet
- Embedded web server for remote control
- SNMP
Front Panel
- Display
- Keypad with status LEDs
- Two rotary/push knobs
- Comprehensive alarm indicators
Presets
- Four Channel and Single Channel mode each support 40 Presets
GPI
- 1x 25-pin D-Connector
- Four optically isolated GPI inputs
- Four optically isolated GPO outputs
Size (w x d x h)
- 17.5" x 16.0" x 1.75" (1RU) (444.5 x 406.4 x 44.45 mm)
Weight
- 7.0 lb (3.2 kg)
Power
- 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz (Dual, redundant power supplies), 55W typical; 70W max.
Environment
- Safe Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F)
- Safe Storage Temperature (Power OFF): -40 to 60 C (-40 to 140 F)
- Operating Relative Humidity: 10-90% noncondensing
- Operating Altitude: <3,000 meters (<10,000 feet)
Hassle Free Returns
At Motion Media, our goal is to ensure your complete satisfaction with your purchase. If, for whatever reason, you are dissatisfied with your purchase, you may return it to Motion Media within 30 days. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be received within three business days of receipt of merchandise.
Refunds on returned items will be issued in the same payment form as tendered at the time of purchase. If payment was made by credit card, once we receive the product we will credit your account. Please allow 7-10 days for a credit to appear on your credit card statement. If payment was made by check, please allow 10 business days for a refund check to be issued.
Please read all conditions below. If conditions are not met, Motion Media reserves the right to refuse the return or to charge a restocking fee of up to 25%.
How to return or exchange an item:
- In order to return an item you need to first obtain an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number.
- To request an RMA number, please visit our contact page and send us an email with the request.
- To request an RMA number by phone, call Customer Service at 310-450-4000.
- Place the original package into a shipping carton.
- Include the invoice and the reason for the return. If defective, please specify the defect.
- Please do not place stickers or shipping labels on the original manufacturer's package.
- The RMA number must be clearly written on the outer box. If you received a label in the email, print the label and tape it to the carton.
- Ship via insured ground service with a tracking number. Return shipping charges are the responsibility of the customer. We are not responsible for lost or damaged packages.
- Send pre-authorized returns to:
Motion Media, LLC
Attn: RMA#XXXXX
2875 E. Patrick Lane, Suite O
Las Vegas, NV 89120
- Alternatively, you may return an item at our office at the above location, with an approved RMA.
Rules:
- All returned or exchanged items must be in new condition,
unopened in the original box, and must include all packing material, blank warranty cards, manuals, and all accessories. 15% restocking fee on any opened items. If you are going to return, do not open the box. - 25% restocking fee on LitePanels, Anton Bauer and Sachtler returns.
- Motion Media is not responsible for personal data or items left in returned merchandise.
- Defective items may be repaired or exchanged at our discretion for the same model or manufacturer's equivalent model.
- RMA numbers are valid for 10 days.
- Motion Media is not responsible for any consequential or incidental damage resulting from the sale or use of any merchandise bought from us. We are responsible for the monetary value of the merchandise only.
*No Return/Exchange On:
- No Returns on Blackmagic Design purchases.
- Any Electronically Delivered Software
- 3D Printers & Accessories
- Custom systems built or modified by Motion Media to customer's specifications
- Educational dvd's and books once unwrapped
- Motion Media Gift Cards are redeemable for merchandise only and may not be redeemed for cash.
