Radiance Pro 5348 Introduction January 24, 2021 Lumagen, Inc. is excited to announce the latest addition to the Radiance Pro family of 4k video processors, the Radiance Pro 5348. The Radiance Pro 5348 takes the ultimate video processor to the next level by minimizing output-jitter and electrical noise. The Radiance Pro 5348 has ten 18 GHz inputs, two 18 GHz outputs, and one audio-only output, in a 1U case. This is a fixed configuration.
Radiance Pro 5348 Introduction January 24, 2021 The Radiance Pro 5348 uses the same software as the 4XXX models. So, video processing operations are currently identical. What sets the Radiance Pro 5348 apart is the electrical improvements in the design. While using the same HDMI chips, and FPGA, the use of linear regulators for 28 critical power supplies, and the addition of an HDMI dejitter output buffer, has dramatically reduced output jitter and noise.
Radiance Pro 5348 Introduction January 24, 2021 viewing distance (typically 1X screen width for 4k). If you cannot see a noise reduction at viewing distance, any improvement is moot. We have customers who say they can see a visible improvement due to lower noise using an external linear power supply and I believe I saw a slight image improvement (lower background noise) using the 5348 versus the 4446 in the Lumagen Demo Theater RS4500 with the supplied Radiance Pro external digital power supply.
Radiance Pro 5348 Introduction January 24, 2021 So, at least for now, assume the software is identical to the 4XXX series for your purchase decision. Does the Radiance Pro 5348 have any video features not in the Radiance Pro 4XXX? There is one section of hardware added that at some point in the future may improve Genlock. However, we are not discussing details, or committing we will add it. Until we have added, tested, and have committed to release this new feature, do not expect it in any 5348 releases.
Radiance Pro 5348 Introduction January 24, 2021 If you do not order the 5348-USB with the LAN case, you can still upgrade. You would send the unit in for us to do the change. In addition to the charge for the new microprocessor board, we would charge for the LAN case bottom and the labor to do the swap. Will the Radiance Pro 5348 support PiP/PoP? The 5348 does not support PiP/PoP.
Radiance Pro 5348 Introduction January 24, 2021 We are currently recommending the Keces P8 single output linear power supply (12 VDC at 8 Amps) if you want to test with an external linear power supply. There are other good linear power supplier vendors. Will there be more models in the Radiance Pro 5000 series? We are considering adding an additional 5XXX version to the 5000 series product line. We are not ready to discuss details.
Radiance Pro 5348 Introduction January 24, 2021 If you have a high-end audio system and the cost is worth it to you to for the potential audio improvement, then consider upgrading. I plan on having a small number of units that can be sent out for customers to test my assertion that audio will be improved. We would require a deposit, and assurance the unit would be purchased or returned. If you need 9 or 10 inputs, then consider upgrading to support all your sources directly into the Radiance Pro.
