FS The Power to Convert and Deliver
FS FS4 FS3 The Power to Convert With support for all broadcast video formats, the FS family simplifies the integration of disparate video and audio formats with comprehensive analog and digital I/O, extensive up, down, cross-conversion and frame synchronization. AJA’s FS family of frame synchronizing converters delivers power and flexibility for a range of raster and frame rates from SD to 4K/UltraHD.
FS Digital and Analog I/O Flexibility AJA Hardware Conversion Technology Remote Configuration and Control FS frame synchronizers are loaded with comprehensive I/O for converting between the widest range of analog and digital signals. Perfect for use in all broadcast and postproduction environments, FS units are engineered to provide the maximum flexibility of input and output connections for any situation with advanced audio extraction, routing and embedding all in a single device.
FS FS Family of Frame Synchronizers and Converters FS4 FS3 pg. 5 pg. 11 4-Ch 2K/HD/SD or 1-Ch 4K/UltraHD Frame Sync and Up, Down, Cross-Converter HD/SD Frame Sync with 4K Up-Conversion 4-Channel 2K/HD/SD or 1-Channel 4K/UltraHD frame synchronizer and up, down, cross-converter to and from 2K/HD/SD. AJA’s flagship frame synchronizer and converter offers incredible versatility and connectivity with a wealth of digital and optional 12G-SDI Fiber LC and 12G-SDI BNC SFP connectivity in a 1RU frame.
FS4 $4,995 US MSRP* Find a Reseller FS4 offers two modes for comprehensive conversion and signal processing. Single channel mode provides a full suite of 4K/UltraHD processing and up, down, cross-conversion to and from 2K, HD or SD. Four channel mode offers 4 x 2K/ HD/SD channels of simultaneous conversion and processing, all within an elegant 1RU chassis for multi-channel high density delivery. www.aja.
FS4 FS1-X Connections Video Channel Select Buttons 4 x Channels in Four Channel Mode 1 x Channel in Single Channel Mode Alphanumeric Display Displays status and control information. Select and Adjust Buttons Select parameters and adjust their values.
FS2 FS4 Single Channel Mode 4K/UltraHD Single Channel Mode Remote Web Browser Control SNMP Control via Command Line LAN or WAN Ethernet Panel Control Inputs Processing Outputs GPI Inputs (4) Genlock Video with Embedded Audio 4K/UltraHD VIDEO PROCESSOR Test Signal Generator SDI In 1 SDI In 2 Video SDI In 3 *Optional Fiber In 6 *Optional Fiber In 5 GPI Outputs (4) FS4 CPU Passive Reference Loop SDI In 4 Embedded Web Server Video Input Crosspoint Matrix and Audio Disembedder Video Converter
FS2 FS4 Four Channel Mode HD/SD 4 Channel Mode Remote Web Browser Control LAN or WAN Ethernet SNMP Control via Command Line Panel Control Inputs Processing Outputs GPI Inputs (4) Genlock Video with Embedded Audio HD/SD VIDEO PROCESSOR 1 SDI In 1 Video SDI In 2 SDI In 4 Optional Fiber In 6 Optional Fiber In 5 GPI Outputs (4) FS4 CPU Passive Reference Loop SDI In 3 Embedded Web Server Video Input Crosspoint Matrix and Audio Disembedder Video Converter and Frame Sync Test Signal Generator
FS1-X FS4 Tech Specs Modes of Operation Video Output Digital Video Processing Down-Conversion • • • • • • • • • • 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 Four Independent 2K, HD, or SD Video Processors One 4K, UltraHD, 2K, HD, or SD Video Processor Video Formats • • • • • • • • • (4K) 4096 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.
FS4 Tech Specs (Continued) Audio Output Digital Genlock Size (w x d x h) • • • • • • • • 48 kHz sample rate 1 x SDI embedded output per Video Processor (16-Channels each) •1 6-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 8 x balanced AES outputs (16-Channels), 1 x DB-25 • 16-Channels, 24-bit, AES-3 2 x MADI outputs (64-Channels each), 1 BNC, 1 x ST Fiber • 128-Channels, 24-bit, AES-10
FS3 $2,995 US MSRP* Find a Reseller The FS3 is AJA’s first FS product with a 4K/UltraHD up-converter. Within its compact 1RU chassis, FS3 integrates an array of video and audio processing designed to solve tough signal conversion challenges. www.aja.com Perfect for Transitioning to 4K HD/SD Frame Sync and Converter with 4K/UltraHD Up-Conversion Moving to 4K is never an instant change. Legacy signals and archival material need to be integrated into the 4K environment.
FS3 Connections Status Displays current machine status and/or error conditions. Remote Displays remote control menu. Power and Status LEDs Shows the AC power status and any alarm conditions. Alphanumeric Display Displays status and control information. Video and Audio Select Buttons Select and Adjust Buttons Select parameters and adjust their values. Activity LEDs Displays at a glance the settings and current conditions.
FS3 Architecture Remote Web Browser Control LAN or WAN Ethernet SNMP Control via command line Inputs Panel Control Embedded Web Server Processing Outputs GPI Inputs (4) GPI Outputs (4) FS3 CPU Passive Reference Loops Genlock SDI Out 1 SDI Out 2 VIDEO PROCESSOR Video with Embedded Audio SDI In 1 Video Input Selector Video Video Converter and Frame Sync Video Proc Amp and Color Corrector SDI Out 3 Video Sidebar Keyer Test Signal Generator SDI In 2 Optional Fiber In 2 Optional Fiber In 1
FS3 Tech Specs Video Input Digital Video Output Digital Audio Output Digital Up-Conversion • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Four 3G-SDI inputs, 2 BNC and up to 2 fiber (optional) 4x1 selector feeds video processor 3G-SDI/HD/SD, SMPTE-259/292/424, 8 or 10-bits • 3G-SDI Level A, Level B-DL, or Level B-DS • Dual Link HD-SDI (2x1.
FS3 Tech Specs (Continued) Timecode Size (w x d x h) • • SDI RP188 via SDI BNC 17.5” x 16” x 1.75” 1RU (444.5mm x 406.5mm x 44.
FS2 $3,995 US MSRP* Find a Reseller With Dual Channel conversion and frame synchronizing in a slim 1RU space, FS2 can do the work of two separate devices or combine both processors together for maximum flexibility. A World of Conversion Possibilities Double your conversion capacity and still have room to spare. Offering huge flexibility and the power to adapt to meet the needs of rapidly changing environments, FS2 offers unprecedented conversion and frame synchronization power in a 1RU space.
FS2 Connections Status Displays current machine status and/or error conditions. Remote Displays remote control menu. Power and Status LEDs Shows the AC power status and any alarm conditions. Alphanumeric Display Displays status information and control information. Video and Audio Select Buttons Select and Adjust Buttons Select parameters and adjust their values. Activity LEDs Displays at a glance the settings and current conditions.
FS2 Architecture Remote Web Browser Control LAN or WAN Ethernet SNMP Control via Command Line Embedded Web Server Panel Control Inputs Processing Outputs GPI Outputs (4) FS2 CPU GPI Inputs (4) Passive Reference Loops Genlock to Video Processor 1 and Video Processor 2 PROCESSOR 1 SDI In 1 SDI In 2 Embedded Audio Video Video Converter and Frame Sync Optional Fiber In 1 SDI Out 1 Video Proc Amp Optional Fiber In 2 Audio Composite In Optional Fiber Out 2 Audio 1 HDMI Out Tone Generator Vi
FS2 Tech Specs Video Formats Video Input Digital Video Output Analog Up-Conversion • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Hardware: 10-bit • Anamorphic: fullscreen • Pillarbox 4:3: results in a 4:3 image in center of screen with black sidebars • 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 full screen • Zoom Wide: results in a combination of zoom and horizontal stretch to fill a 16:9 screen; this s
FS2 Tech Specs (Continued) Timecode Size (w x d x h) • • • • • SDI RP188 via SDI BNC Reference input Analog Color Black (1V) or Composite Sync (2 or 4V) Looping, nonterminating Reference Input • • • 7.9 lb (3.6 kg) Power External, 2 x BNC Looping, nonterminating Blackburst or tri-level sync • 10/100 Ethernet (RJ-45) Embedded web server for remote control VTECS™ protocol for Remote Control Panel User Interface • Weight • Network Interface • • • 7.25” x 14.5” x 1.75” 1RU (438.1mm x 368.
FS1-X $3,495 US MSRP* Find a Reseller FS1-X with the optional Frame Rate Converter allows unprecedented conversion quality between disparate formats. The addition of 64-Channel MADI audio I/O integrates FS1-X into the most modern workflows while Problem Solved Universal Frame Sync and Conversion Matching up and synchronizing disparate video and audio formats is a critical part of any broadcast, mobile or postproduction environment.
FS1-X Connections Status Displays current machine status and/or error conditions. Remote Displays remote control menu. Fully Redundant AC Power Supplies 16-Ch AES Audio I/O Power and Status LEDs Shows the AC power status and any alarm conditions. Alphanumeric Display Displays status and control information. Video and Audio Select Buttons 8-Ch Analog Audio I/O Select and Adjust Buttons Select parameters and adjust their values.
FS1-X Architecture Remote Web Browser Control LAN or WAN Ethernet SNMP Control via Command Line Panel Control Inputs Embedded Web Server Processing Outputs GPI Inputs (4) GPI Outputs (4) FS1-X CPU Passive Reference Loops Genlock to Video Processor 1 and Video Processor 2 Component YCbCr/RGB In Video Composite In Video with Embedded Audio SDI In 1 Component YCbCr/RGB Out VIDEO PROCESSOR 1 Video Input Crosspoint Matrix Optional Frame Rate Converter Video Converter and Frame Sync Video Pro
FS1-X Tech Specs Video Input/Output Formats The FS1-X supports a wide variety of video formats and connectors, as listed below. SDI and Fiber • • • • • • • • • • • T he FS1-X has two standard SDI video inputs and outputs, and two optional Fiber video inputs and outputs. All SDI video inputs and outputs, including Fiber, are YCbCr 4:2:2 pixel format.
FS1-X Tech Specs (Continued) Video Format Conversion FRC FS1-X Enabled Conversion Conversion Exceptions Standard FS1-X Conversions When the factory installed Frame Rate Converter (FRC) option is present and active, conversions between different frame rate families are supported. An appropriate genlock reference format will be required. Selecting the following format and frame rate conversions will cause a Video Format alarm.
Five Year Warranty AJA Video warrants that FS products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five years from the date of purchase. About AJA Video Systems, Inc. Since 1993, AJA Video has been a leading manufacturer of video interface and conversion solutions, bringing high quality, cost effective digital video products to the professional, broadcast and postproduction markets.
