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HD-SDI digital interface kit for Sony FCB-EV Series

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HD-SDI digital interface kit for Sony FCB-EV7520A

Part Number: AS-HDSDI-004-IFKIT-A

  • HD-SDI interface solution for the Sony FCB-EV7520A camera.
  • Also compatible with other Sony FCB cameras of the EV-series.
  • Includes interface module, cables and mounting kit.
  • Uses the camera’s digital output to give optimum image quality.
  • Supports the following HD modes – 1080p at 25, 29.97 and 30Hz, 1080i at 50, 59.94 and 60Hz, 720p at 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94 and 60Hz.
  • Compliant with SMPTE 274M and SMPTE 296M.
  • Video mode selection switches and built-in test pattern.
  • RS-232 communications port for camera control.
  • RoHS compliant.
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Description

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The Active FCB-EV-HD-SDI is a complete interface solution to take full advantage of the high definition digital video provided by the FCB-EV7520A block camera. The interface board connects directly to the camera’s digital output port to give superior image quality.

This interface supports all the HD-SDI modes of the camera (For 3G-SDI support, please see Active Silicon’s Harrier range). In addition to the new FCB-EV7520A camera, the module supports other FCB cameras of the EV-series, such as the EV7500/7310/7300/5500/5300.

A DIP switch located on the rear of the interface board allows the HD video mode to be conveniently selected without the need to send serial commands to the camera. RS-232 communications port and the reset line are available. The Active FCB-EV-HD-SDI also has a built-in test pattern which conforms to the SMPTE RP-219-2002 specification.

The product is supplied as a kit consisting of the interface board, mounting kit and cables, and for volume OEMs the board alone may also be ordered without the mounting kit and cables if required.

The physical outline of the Active FCB-EV-HD-SDI sits within the rear profile of the FCB-EV series of cameras and the supplied mounting kit allows the module to be securely and neatly attached to the camera.

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Connector Specification

HD-SDI Connector (J1)

The Active FCB-EV-HD-SDI is fitted with a 75 Ohm MCX connector, allowing the use of RG179 coax cable for connection to the interface module.

Connector type: Samtec MCX7-J-P-H-RA-TH1-SKT.

Mating cable: MCX 75 Ohm plug, typically to RG179 coaxial cable.
(MCX to 75 Ohm bulkhead BNC adapter supplied.)

Power in Connector (J2)

The Active-FCB-EV-HD-SDI is fitted with an industry standard 3-way connector for power in.

Connector type: JST (Japan Solderless Terminals) BM03B-SRSS-TB.

Mating cable: Suitable cable supplied as part of the kit.

See datasheet for pin assignment.

Signal and Control (J3)

The Active FCB-EV-HD-SDI is fitted with an industry standard 9-way connector allowing access to the camera serial port, reset, analog video outputs and also the interface module’s test pattern mode.

Connector type: JST BM09B-SRSS-TB.

Mating cable: Suitable cable supplied as part of the kit.

See datasheet for pin assignment.

Note 1: The serial interface is EIA/TIA-562. This is compatible with RS-232 and also allows low voltage signalling down to +/-3.3V. TxD and RxD tolerant to +/-25V.

KEL30 Connector (J4)

The Active FCB-EV-HD-SDI is fitted with a 30-way miniature connector to link to the matching connector on the FCB-EV camera.

Connector type: KEL USL00-30L.

Mating cable: KEL USL20-30SS-010-C. (Suitable cable supplied as part of the kit).

Video Mode DIP Switch (SW1)

The Active FCB-EV-HD-SDI is fitted with a 4-way DIP switch to select the video output modes on the FCB-EV cameras. Refer to the datasheet for additional information.

Notes:

  1. The DIP switch setting will only change the video output mode on cameras that natively support the video mode stated in the table. For cameras that do not support the stated video mode, the DIP switch setting is ignored and the camera will continue to operate in the current video mode.
  2. External (VISCA): The camera mode is changed by a VISCA serial commands, followed by a Reset.
  3. The DIP switches to select the mode are read on power up only. Therefore, to change mode, set the switches and then power cycle / power up the camera.

Status LED (LED1)

The Active FCB-EV-HD-SDI is fitted with multi-LED to indicate camera status.

Solid Green: Camera and interface board are powered and the camera is sending valid video data.

Solid Red: Interface board is powered but no valid data is being received from the camera. This would typically indicate that the 30-way video cable (J4) is not correctly connected.

Conformance

HD-SDI:

Active FCB-EV-HD-SDI is compliant with SMPTE 274M and SMPTE 296M.

Approvals:

The Active FCB-EV-HD-SDI has been designed for inclusion in systems meeting the following regulations and standards when housed in a suitable enclosure:

EU – CE marked for compliance with EMC EN 55022:2010 (class A) and EN 55024:2010 in accordance with EU directive 2014/30/EU.

USA – EMC FCC Class A.

RoHS Compliant.

The printed circuit board is manufactured by UL recognized manufacturers and has a flammability rating of 94-V0.

Mechanical Overview

See “Other information” tab above for mechanical overview diagrams.

Physical and Environmental details

Dimensions:

46mm by 42mm by 13.6mm high.

When mounted to the camera using the supplied fixings, the depth of the camera is increased by 19.6mm.

Weight:

10g (excluding mounting kit). Mounting kit weighs 2g.

Power Consumption:

130mA @ 9V. Typical current consumption under normal operation conditions for the interface module.
Camera and interface module combined typically draw 410mA @ 9V.

Storage Temperature:

-20°C to + 70°C.

Operating Temperature:

-5°C to + 70°C (ambient environment).

Relative Humidity

10% to 90% non-condensing (operating and storage).

Ordering Information

Part number Description

AS-HDSDI-004-IFKIT-A

HD-SDI interface kit for Sony FCB-EV7520A, EV7500, EV7310, EV7300, EV5500 and EV5300 cameras. Includes interface module, cables and mounting kit.
Note: Cameras in the EV range can also be purchased from Active Silicon with the interface kit pre-fitted.

AS-HDSDI-004-IF-KIT-B

HD-SDI interface kit for Sony FCB- EV7100 camera. Includes interface module, cables and mounting kit.
Note: Cameras in the EV range can also be purchased from Active Silicon with the interface kit pre-fitted.

AS-CBL-VDM230-xM

HD-SDI cable x meters in length.
Standard stock lengths are 3m, 5m, 10m and 20m.
High-flex cables are also available.
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Datasheet

 HD-SDI digital interface kit for Sony FCB EV Series pdf 4.11 MB
Mechanical overview fig. 4

Mechanical overview fig. 4

PCB mechanical details (top, side and bottom).

Mechanical overview fig. 5

Mechanical overview fig. 5

Board attached to EV7500 camera (top view).

Mechanical overview fig. 6

Mechanical overview fig. 6

Board attached to EV7500 camera (side view).

Active FCB-EV-HD-SDI kit contents

Active FCB-EV-HD-SDI kit contents

  1. 9-way ribbon cable for serial communication and control. (Connects to J3)
  2. 3-way ribbon cable for power. (Connects to J2)
  3. Interface board.
  4. Mounting kit (including bracket, screws and spacers).
  5. 75 Ohm MCX to BNC cable. (Other lengths are available on request).
  6. 30-way micro-coax digital video cable.