CSI Copperlink 2353 Series User manual

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Copperlink™
2353 Series
3G/HD/SD-SDI to HDMI® Converter
Communications Specialties’ Copperlink™ 2353 User’s Manual
The Copperlink 2353 Series
converts broadcast quality
3G/HD/SD-SDI with or without
embedded audio to HDMI®.

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Copperlink™ 2353 Series
Contents
Welcome .................................................................3
Features ..................................................................3
Package Contents .........................................................3
Technical Specications
Model Part Number Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
General Specications ................................................4
Installation Instructions ...................................................6
Audio Pair Selection .......................................................7
Indicator LEDs ............................................................7
Maintenance and Repairs .................................................8
Certications .............................................................8
Warranty .................................................................9
Contents

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Copperlink™ 2353 Series
Welcome
Thank you for purchasing Communications Specialties, Inc.’s Copperlink™ 2353 Series. The
2353 Series is used to convert 3G/HD/SD-SDI with or without embedded audio to HDMI®.
The 2353 Series also provides immunity to video pathological signals over the entire
operating temperature range.
Features
• Convert 3G/HD/SD-SDI with embedded audio to HDMI® with audio pair selection
• Supports all SD and HD resolutions to 1080p/60
• HDMI® embedded and stereo line level outputs (if audio present in SDI stream)
• Re-clocked SDI BNC output allows for continuous 3G/HD/SD-SDI signal distribution
• User selection from up to 8 audio channel pairs for multilingual
or multimessage support
• Automatic selection of output resolution - no scaling
• Small compact design
Package Contents
• One Copperlink™ 2353
• This User’s Manual
Welcome | Features | Package Contents

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Copperlink™ 2353 Series
General Specications
Indicators Power, Alarm,
Data Rate Lock (3G, HD, SD)
Box Version Dimensions 6.5 W x 1.15 H x 6 L (inches)
165 W x 29 H x 152 L (mm)
Weight 16 ounces, 453.5 grams
Power 9-24 volts, AC or DC, 5.5 watts, 18.8 BTU/Hr
Operating Temperature -10º C to +50º C
MTBF: 37,000 Hours
Serial Video BNC Input
Number of Inputs 1
Data Rate Range 270 Mbps to 2.97 Gbps
Supported Standards SMPTE 259M, 292, 424M-2006
Re-clocked Data Rates 270 Mbps (SMPTE 259M, DVB-ASI-270),
1.485 Gbps (SMPTE 292)
2.97 Gbps (SMPTE 424M-2006)
Equalization Automatic up to 100m of Belden 1694A
at 2.97 Gbps, 200m at 1.485 Gbps
and 350m at 270 Mbps
Return Loss >10dB up to 2.97 Gbps
Video Output
Number of Outputs 1
Connector Type HDMI® Female
Signal Format Single link HDMI® with embedded
audio, RGB or YCrCb as negotiated
with display
Resolutions Supported All 3G/HD/SD-SDI formats from
standard denition to 1080p/60
3G/HD/SD-SDI Output Standard BNC, Follows SDI input
HDCP Compliant Yes. SDI signals, by denition,
are not encrypted Audio Output
Technical Specications
Technical Specications

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Copperlink™ 2353 Series
3G/HD/SD-SDI Output
Signal Level 800mV ± 10%
DC Oset 0V ± 0.5V
Rise/Fall Time < 135 ps at 2.97 Gbps per SMPTE 424M-2006;
< 270 ps at 1.485 Gbps per SMPTE 292;
0.4 ns to 1.5 ns at 270 Mbps
per SMPTE 259M
Overshoot < 10% of amplitude
Timing Jitter < 0.2 UI at 270 Mbps; < 1.0 UI at
1.485 Gbps; < 2.0 UI at 2.97 Gbps
with color bar signal
Alignment Jitter < 0.2 UI at 270 Mbps; < 0.2 UI at
1.485 Gbps; < 0.3 UI at 2.97 Gbps
with color bar signal
Re-clocking At 270 Mbps, 1.485 Gbps & 2.97 Gbps
Compliance SMPTE 259M, 292, 424M-2006
Audio Output
Number of Audio Channels 2 channels, unbalanced, line level
2 channels embedded in HDMI® signal
Audio Connector RCA Jacks
Switches Front panel selection of one of 8 audio
channel pairs on SDI signal to output
NOTE: Audio on HDMI® and line level are available simultaneoulsy and
extracted from audio embedded within SDI signal in accordance
with SMPTE standards.
Technical Specications
Technical Specications

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Copperlink™ 2353 Series
Figure 1:
Power Connector
DC Input Polarity
9-24 Volts
AC or DC
(+) Positive
( - ) Negative
Installation Instructions
The Copperlink™ 2353 Series of 3G/HD/SD-SDI converters are ready for immediate use and
do not require any special tools.
The following procedure presumes you have followed the instructions for installing your
converter unit.
The following instructions describe the typical installation procedure:
1) Connect the SDI coax cable to the SDI input BNC connector of the converter unit.
2) Connect the video output cable (HDMI®) to the video output HDMI® connector on
the converter.
3) Optionally connect any audio cables and using the channel pair rotary selector,
choose your desired audio output channel. Audio is also embedded on the
HDMI® cable.
4) Terminate any unused BNC output connector at 75 Ohms.
5) Connect the Universal Power Supply to the converter.
Please refer to gure 1.
6) When power is applied, the green POWER LED should illuminate, indicating the
presence of operating power. The 3G/HD/SD RATE LED will give an indication as
described in the Indicator LED’s and Alarm Circuitry section of this manual.
7) The system should now be operational.
Installation Instructions

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Copperlink™ 2353 Series
Indicator LEDs
LED Status Denition
Power On Indicates that correct power has been applied.
3G Rate O Indicates no 3G-SDI data rate lock
On Indicates 3G-SDI data rate lock at 2.97 Gbps or
2.97/1.001 Gbps
HD Rate O Indicates no HD-SDI data rate lock
On Indicates HD-SDI data rate lock at 1.485 Gbps or
1.485/1.001 Gbps
ED Rate O Indicates no ED resolution data rate lock
On Indicates ED resolution data rate lock
at 540 Mbps
SD Rate O Indicates no SD-SDI or DVB-ASI data rate lock
On Indicates SD-SDI or DVB-ASI data rate lock
at 270 Mbps
Alarm On No input signal
Note: The 3G, HD, ED and SD LEDs indicators are o when a non-standard signal is applied.
Rotary Switch Positions
Position Function
0 Will mute the audio output
1 through 8 Will output the respective audio channel pair on the HDMI®
cable
and the audio output connectors
9 Not used
Indicator LEDs
The Copperlink™ 2353 Series has six integral indicator LEDs that are used to monitor the
state of the unit.
Audio Pair Selection
The Copperlink™ 2353 Series has a rotary dial switch that allows you to select which audio
pair to output. The chart below describes the operation of the rotary switch positions:
Audio Pair Selection | LED Indicators

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Copperlink™ 2353 Series
Certications
Maintenance and Repairs
The Copperlink™ 2353 Series has been manufactured using the latest semiconductor de-
vices and techniques that electronic technology has to oer. They have been designed for
long, reliable and trouble-free service and are not normally eld repairable.
Should diculty be encountered, Communications Specialties maintains a complete
service facility to render accurate, timely and reliable service of all products.
All other questions or comments should be directed to our Customer Service Department.
It should be noted that many “problems” can easily be solved by a simple telephone call.
Maintenance and Repairs | Certications

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Copperlink™ 2353 Series
Communications Specialties, Inc. (CSI) warrants that, for a period of three years after
purchase by the Buyer, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship
under normal use and service. A Return Material Authorization (RMA) number must be
obtained from CSI before any equipment is returned by the Buyer. All materials must be
shipped to CSI at the expense and risk of the Buyer.
CSI’s obligation under this warranty will be limited, at its option, to either the repair or
replacement of defective units, including free materials and labor. In no event shall CSI be
responsible for any incidental or consequential damages or loss of profits or goodwill.
CSI shall not be obligated to replace or repair equipment that has been damaged by fire,
war, acts of God, or similar causes, or equipment that has been serviced by unauthorized
personnel, altered, improperly installed, or abused.
RMA numbers and repairs can be obtained from:
Communications Specialties, Inc.
125 Comac Street
Ronkonkoma, New York 11779 USA
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
RMA numbers can also be obtained from our web site: commspecial.com
Please have your serial number available.
Warranty

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