PHABRIX Sx TAG IP/SD/HD Multi-Format Analyzer/Generator/Monitor

An innovative and multi-functional tool, the Sx TAG IP/SD/HD Multi-Format Analyzer/Generator/Monitor is a versatile handheld device that offers a comprehensive suite of features for IP, 3G/HD/SD-SDI, optical SDI, HDMI, and Analog test and measurement. It's designed for applications that require portability and user-friendly operation.

This device supports SMPTE ST 2110-20/30/40 and SMPTE ST 2022-6 encapsulation/decapsulation, utilizing 10GE IP SFP+ modules developed by Embrionix. It's a powerful tool for AES eye analysis and compliance monitoring, supporting over 350 formats.

The Sx TAG's core toolset includes a multi-format waveform, vectorscope, and video display, along with a data view and VANC/ANC inspector. It can simultaneously generate and analyze signals, offering 32 test patterns, including pathological.

The Sx TAG's SFP is incredibly versatile, handling 3G/HD/SD-SDI, optical SDI, IP, HDMI, and analog composite formats. It provides comprehensive support for modern broadcast IP systems, including encap/decap of ST 2110-20/30/31/40 with IP to SDI gateway, ST 2059 PTP, AMWA NMOS IS-04/IS-05, and ST 2022-6.

The device also features AV Delay Generation and Analysis, providing an end-to-end solution for measuring Audio to Video differential delay through a broadcast system. It offers real-time updates of the differential delay between video content and the selected audio channel pair, allowing for accurate measurement of propagation or pipeline delay.

Designed for mobility, the Sx TAG is lightweight and housed in a rugged aluminum case. It comes with a high-quality screen for instrument display and video monitoring. The device operates on a rechargeable lithium battery for up to 2 hours and can also be powered by mains for flexible operation.

The Sx TAG also features a TCP/IP interface for remote control, automated testing, engineering support, and fault analysis. It offers comprehensive status logging with custom reports and instrument picture capture to simplify fault finding.

For audio analysis, the Sx TAG supports 16-channel audio metering and bitstream generation and analysis of Dolby E, Dolby Digital, and Dolby Digital Plus. It can embed a single external 48kHz synchronous AES stream into the generated video stream and extract embedded audio for export via the AES output.

The Sx TAG's video generator can create video test signals for all supported SD and HD SDI output standards, including advanced video formats like RGB, XYZ 12bit, and 2K formats. It also features a fully programmable Y Zone Plate.

The Sx TAG Analyzer offers a picture monitor with a down-converted display and a cursor that can be turned ON over the specified area of the picture. It also features a zoom function for a 1:1 unfiltered pixel view, with HANC/VANC areas visible when the cursor is in blanking.

In conclusion, the Sx TAG IP/SD/HD Multi-Format Analyzer/Generator/Monitor is a versatile and powerful tool for any professional needing advanced video and audio analysis and generation capabilities.