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Four Independent 2K, HD, or SD Video Processors
One 4K, UltraHD, 2K, HD, or SD Video Processor
(4K) 4096x2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
(UltraHD) 3840x2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
(2K) 2048x1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
(HD) 1920x1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
(HD) 1920x1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
(HD) 1920x1080i 50, 59.94, 60
(HD) 1280x720p 50, 59.94, 60
(SD) 525i 59.94
(SD) 625i 50
YCbCr, 4:2:2, 10-bi
4x 3G-SDI inputs, 4x BNC
4x 3G-SDI inputs, 4x Fiber or HD-BNC (optional SFP modules), SFP fiber modules
3G-SDI, dual LC, single LC, or single SC, SMPTE-297
SFP fiber module, 12G/6G-SDI, dual LC, SMPTE-297
SFP coax 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 (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)
4x 3G-SDI outputs, 4x BNC
4x 3G-SDI outputs, 4x 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 coax 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 (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
1x BNC, 1x 3G-SDI output
3G-SDI/HD/SD, SMPTE-259/292/424, 10-bits
1x HDMI, 1x HD output
2K/HD/SD, HDMI v1.4a
Monitored Video Processor output (video and audio) is simultaneously output on both connectors
4K/UltraHD down-converted to 2K/HD
Crop control on HDMI output
Motion adaptive deinterlacer
Proc amp controls
Color corrector
Legalizer
Framerate conversion/film cadence removal/insertion (3:2, 1:2, 2:1, 2:3)
Adjustable delay 0-6 frames with H and V timing controls
Closed Caption 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
4K/UltraHD, 3 frames (LFR), 6 frames (HFR)
HD/SD, 2 frames (LFR), 4 frames (HFR)
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
Supported in 2K/HD/SD formats
Zoom in and out
Reposition
Region of Interest (ROI)
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
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
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
48kHz 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
48kHz 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
277x208 mono audio matrix, route 1 to 1, 1 to many
Inputs: 128 embedded, 16 AES, 128 MADI, 2 stereo mixdowns, 3 tone generator
Outputs: 64 embedded, 16 AES, 128 MADI
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 on all audio inputs
SRC bypass for non-PCM audio (e.g. Dolby E, AC-3, etc)
Audio tone generator (mute, 400Hz, 1kHz)
External, 2x BNC
Looping, nonterminating
Blackburst or tri-level sync
Lock to External Reference
Lock to SDI input 1 thru 8
Free run based on Temperature Compensated Crystal Oscillator
1x RJ-45, 10/100/1000 Ethernet
Embedded web server for remote control
SNMP
Display
Keypad with status LEDs
Two rotary/push knobs
Comprehensive alarm indicators
Each mode supports 40 Presets
1x 25-pin D-Connector
Four optically isolated GPI inputs
Four optically isolated GPO outputs
100-240V AC 50/60Hz (Dual, redundant power supplies), 55W typical; 70W maximum; 15A maximum
Operating temperature: 0 to 40 deg. C / 32 to 104 deg. F
Storage temperature: -40 to 60 deg. C / -40 to 140 deg. F
Operating Relative Humidity: 10 to 90%, noncondensing
Operating altitude: <3000 meters (<10000')
17.5 x 16 x 1.75" / 444.50 x 406.40 x 44.45mm
7.0lbs / 3.18kg
892448000106
v4.3 firmware for FS-HDR and v3.1 for FS4 adds a motion adaptive deinterlacing control, and delivers an improved, user-configurable channel to channel HFR sync control. For FS-HDR, the update also includes the latest BBC HLG LUTs v1.7
Overcome the challenges of 4K/UltraHD and multi-channel 2K/HD/SD workflows with the FS4 1RU Frame Synchronizer and Converter. This advanced device, the flagship offering from AJA, delivers unparalleled versatility and connectivity in a compact 1RU frame, making it an essential tool for all your conversion needs.
The FS4 is a 4-Channel 2K/HD/SD or 1-Channel 4K/UltraHD frame synchronizer and up, down, cross-converter. It provides a broad spectrum of connection options for both video and audio, allowing it to replace four separate devices in 2K/HD/SD or combine all processors and channels for maximum 4K/UltraHD productivity.
In Single Channel mode, the FS4 offers a comprehensive suite of 4K/UltraHD processing and up, down, cross-conversion to and from 2K, HD, or SD. In Four Channel mode, it delivers 4 x 2K/HD/SD channels of simultaneous conversion and processing within a sleek 1RU chassis, ideal for high-density multi-channel delivery.
The FS4 is equipped with a wealth of digital video connectivity options, including Quad 1.5G, Dual 3G, Quad 3G over 3G-SDI, and 12Gb/6Gb over optional 12G-SDI BNC and 12G-SDI LC Fiber SFP modules. In single channel mode, it can upscale your HD or SD materials to 4K/UltraHD and back, supporting an impressive 272 x 208 matrix of audio channels over Fiber, 3G-SDI, AES, and MADI.
In four channel mode, the FS4 provides powerful multi-channel conversion with up to 4 channels of simultaneous processing for 2K/HD and SD signals. This includes Region of Interest (ROI) scaling, color correction, proc amp controls, motion adaptive deinterlacing, and more.
The FS4's front panel has been redesigned for easy access to its rich feature set. It offers straightforward operation in single channel or four channel mode, with clear indicators for each mode.
The FS4 supports up, down, cross-conversion from SD, HD, or 2K over 12G/6G/3G-SDI video to 4K or UltraHD video and back, using AJA's superior conversion algorithms. Both Quadrant (Square Division) and 2SI (Two Sample Interleave) output formats are supported, ensuring the highest image quality for your productions.
The FS4 offers incredible digital connectivity for video and audio, integrating easily into a variety of workflows and facilities with support for SDI workflows up to 12G. It has BNC and Fiber inputs and outputs to accept 4K/UltraHD/2K/HD/SD resolution SDI signals in Single Channel Mode. In Four Channel mode, 2K/HD/SD inputs can be routed to multiple locations simultaneously without the need for external signal distribution.
The FS4 supports closed captioning and the conversion of closed captioning between 2K/HD/SD and 4K/UltraHD formats, including full conversion of CEA-608 and CEA-708 standards. It can preserve closed captioning even when converting between formats, eliminating the need to re-insert closed captions after conversion.
FS4 is network ready and supports SNMP monitoring and web-based remote control. 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 quick configuration in large installs.
In summary, the FS4 1RU Frame Synchronizer and Converter is a powerful, versatile, and reliable solution for your 4K/UltraHD and multi-channel 2K/HD/SD workflows.
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