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Introduction 

 

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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 

500-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups

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, which are clearly defined 

by function. 
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer 

FC-4002

 

Format Converter / 

TBC

. This product is ideal for: 

Video broadcasting and editing studios 
All post-production uses 
Presentation applications for multi-format sources use 

The package includes the following items: 

FC-4002

 

Format Converter / TBC

 

Power cord and Null-modem adapter 
This user manual

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2  Getting Started 

We recommend that you: 

Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging 

materials for possible future shipment 

Review the contents of this user manual 
Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables

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3  Overview 

The Kramer 

FC-4002

 is a high performance format converter and TBC. In 

particular, the 

FC-4002

Accepts the following inputs

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: Composite video, s-Video, and 

Component video (Y, B-Y, and R-Y; or RGB/S) 

                                                        

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 the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com 
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com 
4 An input is selected by pressing the appropriate input selector button 

Summary of Contents for FC-4002

Page 1: ...Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model FC 4002 Format Converter TBC...

Page 2: ...rter TBC 3 Figure 2 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter 7 Figure 3 Connecting the FC 4002 Format Converter TBC 8 Tables Table 1 Front Panel FC 4002 Format Converter TBC 4 Table 2 Rear P...

Page 3: ...you Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment Review the contents of this user manual Use Kramer high performance high resolution c...

Page 4: ...el buttons for input selection CV Y C YUV and RGB S Genlock freeze and panel lock Coarse trimmers and fine trimmers for adjusting the sync phase and the horizontal to subcarrier phase SCH Control via...

Page 5: ...Your FC 4002 Format Converter TBC 3 Figure 1 FC 4002 Format Converter TBC...

Page 6: ...lock source 75 or release for looping 3 16 CV BNC Connector Connects to the composite video source 17 Y C 4p Connector Connects to the s Video Y C source 18 G Y BNC Connector 19 R R Y BNC Connector 20...

Page 7: ...Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information For example for fuse replacement see the value printed on the product label 5 The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way and is connec...

Page 8: ...3 Connect the four BNC OUTPUT connectors CV R R Y G Y and C B B Y and SYNC to a video acceptor for example a plasma display 4 Connect the LOOP BNC connector to the next FC 4002 Genlocked unit if requi...

Page 9: ...your PC to the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the FC 4002 unit as Figure 2 illustrates Figure 2 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter 6 2 Dipswitch Settings The FC 4002 dipswitch settings...

Page 10: ...IP 5 Dipswitch Set as follows 4 AGC ON for enabling automatic gain control OFF for disabling automatic gain control 5 75 Bar Generator ON for enabling 75 Bar Generator OFF for disabling 75 Bar Generat...

Page 11: ...SCH phase SYNC phase H shift freeze panel lock POWER SOURCE 100 240VAC 50 60Hz 14VA DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 7 inch D 1U H rack mountable WEIGHT 2 6 kg 5 7 lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord Null modem Ad...

Page 12: ...the machine or 1 when sending from the machine to the PC Table 8 Instruction Set INSTRUCTION I5 I4 I3 I2 I1 I0 0 Reset 0 0 0 0 0 0 16 Error 0 1 0 0 0 0 32 Read front panel switch data 1 0 0 0 0 0 33...

Page 13: ...version number before the decimal point and EXTENDED DATA is the value following the decimal point For example for version 3 4 the machine replies with DATA 03 hex and EXTENDED DATA 04 hex FRONT PANEL...

Page 14: ...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...

Page 15: ...or 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 commen...

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