Data Sheet

Precise Synchronization for
Demanding Applications
The AMD FirePro
™
S400 synchronization
module allows selected AMD FirePro
™
professional graphics cards to be used
in demanding applications that require
synchronization to external sources (Genlock)
or synchronization of 3D rendering of multiple
GPUs in different systems (Framelock).
The combination of these capabilities with AMD
FirePro
™
professional graphics enables an array
of advanced design-visualization and digital
media display solutions.
Based on a full hardware-dedicated processor design, the AMD FirePro
™
S400 helps to ensure
clock-accurate synchronization in virtually all scenarios
1
. The dedicated processor allows up to four
attached GPUs to work together to address the users' rendering needs without compromising sync.
AMD FirePro
™
S400 Genlock for
broadcast, non-linear editing (NLE)
and other video workflows
AMD FirePro
™
S400 Framelock
for simulation, visualization and
power walls
The AMD FirePro
™
S400 permits Genlocking
by delivering Output lock (synchronized
display output) that is driven by an external
reference signal (typically ‘house sync’). This
allows the output of attached GPUs to be fed
into video-centric devices (e.g. monitors used
in broadcast applications, or NLE suites).
The BNC connector on the AMD FirePro
™
S400 allows for receiving and synchronizing
to virtually any video input source, including:
> PAL & NTSC SD video blackburst
> HDTV tri-level sync
> TTL
> Sync signals on SDI
The AMD FirePro
™
S400 delivers Framelocking
by combining Output lock (synchronized
display output) and 3D swap lock
(simultaneous 3D buffer swapping), ensuring
the GPUs in connected systems present their
outputs in lock-step.
The two RJ-45 connectors on the module
allow for connection of multiple daisy-chained
systems (each with up to four AMD FirePro
™
GPUs inside).
The BNC connector on the module optionally
allows systems to be synchronized
(Genlocked) to an external signal, a capability
essential for use in powerwalls used in live
television broadcasts.
SYNCHRONIZATION MODULE
AMD FirePro
™
S400
Key Features:
> Single-slot form factor
> Workstation quality and performance
for the highend market
> Support up to 4 GPUs per module
> Field-upgradeable firmware solution
> Optimized for broadcast, video editing,
visualization, simulation and rich
display applications