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Harrier 3G-SDI Camera Interface Board (50 / 75 Ohm)
Part Number: AS-CIB-3GSDI-001-A
- 3G-SDI interface solution for the Tamron MP1110M-VC and MP1010M-VC cameras.
- 3G-SDI interface solution for the Sony FCB EV7520A and other block cameras.
- Simultaneous analog video output (PAL/NTSC) in 720p50/59.94/60 modes.
- HD-VLC mode for long cable length applications.
- Ultra-small micro-coax connector (50 Ohm connector / 75 Ohm compatible).
- For the MP1110M-VC camera all HD modes are supported, and for the MP1010M-VC all HD modes up to 1080i60/1080p30 are supported.
- Compliant with SMPTE 274M and SMPTE 296M.
- Video mode selection switches and built-in test pattern.
- 3V CMOS/TTL (5V TTL compliant) serial UART comms port for camera control.
- Interface board can be supplied fitted to a Tamron MP1x10 camera (as shown in product photo).
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Description
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Product Specs
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Downloads
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Other Information
Description
Products Specs
Downloads
Other Information
The Harrier 3G-SDI Camera Interface Board provides real-time low-latency 3G-SDI output for the Tamron MP1110M-VC camera and MP1010M-VC camera, as well as other autofocus-zoom camera brands like the Sony range (e.g. Sony FCB EV7520A). In addition the interface board can provide simultaneous analog output in Standard Definition (SD) video in 720p50/59.94/60 modes with options for cropping or scaling (for 16:9 displays).
The interface board provides a cost-effective solution to take full advantage of the high definition digital video provided by the camera. It connects directly to the camera’s digital output to provide superior image quality and supports all the 3G-SDI and HD-SDI modes of the camera up to 2.97 Gbps.
On power up, the camera video mode is selected by the DIP switch settings on the board. The video mode along with other interface board specific modes may also be controlled by serial communications.
There is a built-in test pattern which conforms to the SMPTE RP-219-2002 specification.
HD Visually Lossless Compression (HD-VLC) is a technique for compressing HD image data into a standard SDI stream. This mode can be selected via the DIP switch or via serial commands. This allows much greater cable length with no noticeable visual loss of quality (three to four times the distance). A HD-VLC decoder is required at the other end of the cable to convert back to HD-SDI and other formats (see Active Silicon’s “Harrier SDI adapter“).
There are OEM options (via custom firmware) for meta-data to be inserted into the stream either in the line blanking period or within the video data itself.
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Connector specification
KEL30 Connector (J1) |
The interface board is fitted with a 30-way miniature connector to link to the video output connector on the camera. Connector type: KEL USL00-30L. Mating cable: KEL USL20-30SS-010-C (100mm length) or KEL USL20-30SS-005-C (50mm length) 30-way micro-coax cable. This cable can be supplied with the interface board (see ordering information below). Other lengths also available subject to minimum order quantities. |
Input/Output Connector (J2) |
The interface board is fitted with an industry standard 4-way connector for test pattern and reset control, plus VSYNC out. Connector type: JST SM04B-SRSS-TB Mating cable: Suitable cable can be supplied with the interface board (see ordering information). See datasheet for pin assignments and control options. |
Power and Control Connector (J3) |
The interface board is fitted with an industry standard 7-way connector for power, serial control and analog video out. Connector type: JST SM07B-SRSS-TB Mating cable: Suitable cable can be supplied with the interface board (see ordering information). See datasheet for pin assignment and output options. |
Analog Video Out (Pin 1, J3) |
Standard resolution composite analog is simultaneously available in HD modes 720p50 (for PAL) and 720p60/59.94 (for NTSC). There are two options for the analog output, selectable via serial control: (a) the 1280 pixel wide HD image can be cropped to 960 wide, by cropping a 120 pixel strip off each side to make a 4:3 aspect ratio Standard Definition (SD) signal. (b) by pre-warping the image, such that when displayed on a HD monitor in the monitor’s stretch-to-fit mode, the original full-width HD signal will be displayed correctly at 16:9 aspect ratio. Both methods ensure the displayed pixels remain square and that the image is not distorted. |
HD-SDI Output Connector (J5) |
The interface board is fitted with a Hirose Ultra Small Coaxial 50 Ohm impedance connector. (The HD-SDI driver is matched to 50 Ohm as well). Connector type: Hirose Ultra Small Coaxial Connector (Receptacle), part number U.FL-R-SMT. Mating connector: Various height and cable width options from Hirose: U.FL-LP-040, U.FL-LP-066, U.FL-LP(V)-040, U.FL-LP-062, U.FL-LP-088. See Hirose documentation “Ultra Small Surface Mount Coaxial Connectors – 1.9mm or 2.4mm mated height.” This cable can be supplied with the interface board (see ordering information). |
Ground |
Ground pad for optional use as a solder connection point for system grounding. Connector type: Gold-plated PCB pad. |
Video and Control Mode DIP Switch (SW1) |
The interface board is fitted with a 4-way DIP switch (SW1) to select various video output and control modes (only read on power-up). See the datasheet for available options and notes. |
Status LED |
The interface board is fitted with a multi-color LED to indicate camera status. Solid Green: Camera and interface board are powered and working correctly. Solid Red: The interface board is powered but there is a fault/problem – e.g. no video data is being received; internal power supply voltages outside specification; temperature is over recommended limit. |
Serial Control Commands |
The camera may be controlled by the serial VISCA commands (pins 6 and 7 on connector J3). This serial signal is routed through the interface board and on to the camera. However, this serial signal is also connected to the internal processor on the interface board and extended VISCA commands (ones that are not used by the camera) may be used to control the interface board in addition to the camera. For camera operation using VISCA serial commands, refer to the camera’s user manual. For interface board operation using VISCA serial commands, refer to the Active Silicon Technical Note under downdloads on this product page – “VISCA Commands – Harrier 3G-SDI camera interface board”. |
Conformance
3G-SDI: |
Compliant with SMPTE 274M and SMPTE 296M. |
Approvals: |
The interface board has been designed to meet EMC and FCC requirements when housed in a suitable enclosure: CE – CE marked and compliant with the relevant EU directives as listed below. RoHS – Conforms to RoHS3, the European Union’s Restriction on Use of Certain Hazardous Substances (RoHS) in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2015/863/EU. EMC – Compliant with EN 55022:2010 (class A) and EN 55024:2010 in accordance with EU Directive 2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility. REACH – Compliant with the requirements of REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals, EC 1907/2006), the European Union’s chemical substances regulatory framework for Substances of Very High Concern. UL – All printed circuit boards used in this product are manufactured by UL recognized manufacturers and have a flammability rating of 94-V0. |
Mechanical Overview |
See “Other Information” tab above for a mechanical overview diagram. |
Physical and environmental details
Dimensions: |
45mm by 38.5mm. |
Weight: |
8g (interface board only, no cables). |
Power Supply: |
8.25V to 12.25V |
Power Consumption: |
1.1 Watt (130mA @ 9V) Typical current consumption under normal operating conditions. |
Storage Temperature: |
-20°C to +70°C. |
Operating Temperature: |
-5°C to +60°C (ambient environment). |
Relative Humidity: |
10% to 90% non-condensing (operating and storage). |
Ordering Information
| Part number | Description |
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AS-CIB-3GSDI-001-A |
3G-SDI output, interface board for the Tamron MP1110M-VC and MP1010M-VC with 50 Ohm impedance output. Analog composite output (when in 720p50/59.94/60 operating modes.) Support for HD-VLC compression technology. Board only, no cables included. |
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AS-CIB-3GSDI-001-1010-A |
AS-CIB-3GSDI-001-A supplied fitted to Tamron MP1010M-VC with AS-CIB-USL30-100MM connecting cable fitted. |
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AS-CIB-3GSDI-001-1110-A |
AS-CIB-3GSDI-001-A supplied fitted to Tamron MP1110M-VC with AS-CIB-USL30-100MM connecting cable fitted. |
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AS-CIB-3GSDI-001-EVAL-A |
Evaluation Kit for AS-CIB-3GSDI-001-A interface board. Includes power supply, cabling and PC serial interface (via USB). |
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AS-CIB-USL30-100MM |
30-way micro-coax cable for connecting the interface board (J1) to the camera. Length 100mm (Manufacturer: KEL, part number: USL20-30SS-010-C). |
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AS-CIB-USL30-50MM |
30-way micro-coax cable for connecting the interface board (J1) to the camera. Length 50mm (Manufacturer: KEL, part number: USL20-30SS-005-C). |
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AS-CIB-CBLKIT-001-A |
Cable kit for AS-CIB-3GSDI-001-A containing micro coax cable, BNC adapter and bare-end control cables for J2 and J3. |
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AS-CIB-BRK-001-A |
Bracket to fit the interface board AS-CIB-3GSDI-001-A to the side of a Tamron MP1x10M-VC camera after removing the original base bracket. |
| Download | File Type | File Size | |
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Datasheet |
Harrier 3G-SDI Camera Interface Board (50 / 75 Ohm) | 471.83 KB | |
Manuals & Quicks Start Guides |
Evaluation Kit - Harrier 3G-SDI camera interface board | 1.20 MB | |
CAD Drawings & Data |
3D CAD Model (zipped STEP file) - interface board | zip | 1.33 MB |
| 3D CAD Model (STEP format zipped) - interface board mounted onto Tamron MP1110M-VC | zip | 22.73 MB | |
| 3D CAD Model (STEP format zipped) - interface board mounted onto Tamron MP1010M-VC | zip | 21.90 MB | |
Other Downloads |
VISCA Commands - Harrier 3G-SDI camera interface board | 92.22 KB | |
| Harrier boards - differences between the 75 Ohm and the 50 Ohm version | 77.35 KB | ||
| Technical Note - Coaxial cable selection for Harrier boards | 114.44 KB |
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Mechanical Overview
This diagram shows the location of various connectors and outputs on the Harrier 3G-SDI camera interface board 50 Ohm. All dimensions are in mm.