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Introduction
Chapter 1 is an introduction to the Densité 3+ FR1 Housing Frame.
Summary
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Key Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Available Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Modular Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Designated System Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
The Densité 3+ FR1 Housing Frame
Overview
The 1RU Densité 3+ FR1 frame offers true multi-format operation, with the ability to process
simultaneously 3Gbps, HD, SD, and analog video, as well as AES and analog audio. The
frame provides advanced monitoring and back-up capabilities. It can be fitted with 3RU
and 2RU Densité modules (using card extenders). The frame features dual hot-swappable
power supplies and fans. The modules for the frame are also hot-swappable, and can be
configured automatically when a card is replaced. The frame is air-cooled and all modules,
redundant PSUs and fans are monitored to provide status via GPI or the Ethernet port. The
basic frame configuration includes one PSU and a controller card, which allows card
adjustments by the front panel. Front panel multi-color LEDs provide status reporting.
Multiple video and audio formats can be fitted in a single chassis.
Key Features and Benefits
• Multiple video and audio formats can be fitted in a single chassis.
• Up to 4 cards in a single 1RU frame.
• Backwards compatible with Densité 2 or Densité 3 modules.
• Easy configuration by front panel or remotely via Ethernet.
• Remote control by RCP-200 advanced control panel, and by Grass Valley’s iControl
system.
