Overview
3
3 Overview
The Kramer
FC-400
is a format converter and TBC. The
FC-400
accepts one
input: Composite video or
1
s-Video, and outputs time-base corrected
composite video and s-Video. The output may be genlocked to an external
reference, or synchronized to the high precision reference timing generator of
the
FC-400
. In particular, the
FC-400
:
Comes with coarse trimmers and fine trimmers for adjusting the sync
phase and the horizontal-to-subcarrier phase (SCH)
Features buttons for input selection (CV and Y/C), Genlock, and lock
Lets you determine the output video standard (PAL B and NTSC 3.58)
via the dipswitches, as well as automatic gain control
Note, however, that the
FC-400
does not convert between video standards
Can be controlled via the front panel buttons; and remotely, by RS-232 serial
commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller
Is housed in a desktop-sized enclosure and is 12VDC fed
To achieve the best performance:
Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding interference,
deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels
(often associated with low quality cables)
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may
adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer
FC-400
away
from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
Caution
– No operator-serviceable parts inside unit.
Warning
– Use only the Kramer Electronics input power
wall adapter that is provided with this unit
2
.
Warning
– Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall
before installing or removing device or servicing unit.
1 The input is selected by pressing the appropriate input selector button
2 For example: model number AD2512C, part number 2535-000251
