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MCSDI-1
Portable SD/HD-SDI
Media Converter
User Guide
MANL-1101-04

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LEGAL NOTICES
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SECRET INFORMATION OF FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS AND
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ENHANCEMENTS.
FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS cannot be responsible for
unauthorized use of equipment and will not make allowance or
credit for unauthorized use or access.

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Contacting FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS:
Serial Number
The serial number for this equipment is located on the bottom of
the unit.
USA
Office Hours: Monday through Friday
8:00 AM to 5:00PM (Central Time)
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Address: Focus Enhancements, Inc.
1370 Dell Avenue
Campbell, CA. 95008
www.focusinfo.com
EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa)
Office Hours: Monday through Friday
9:00 AM to 5:00PM
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: +49 4307 - 83 58 58
Fax: +49 4307 - 83 58 99
Address: COMO Computer & Motion GmbH
A Focus Enhancements Company
Lise-Meitner-Str. 15
24223 Raisdorf / Germany
www.focusinfo.com

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Regulations and Safety
FCC Class A
This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables
and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment.
To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances
such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and
connectors.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in an office or industrial
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, correct the interference by
one or more of the following:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different
from that used by the receiver.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
Focus Enhancements, Inc.
1370 Dell Avenue
Campbell, CA. 95008
Model Number: MCSDI-1 Portable SD/HD-SDI
Media Converter
Date of Manufacture:
Reference the Serial Number label attached to
the unit.

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Compliance
MCSDI-1 is a device marketed for use in industrial or business
environments. The MCSDI-1 complies with the regulations the
following testing agencies:
Australia and New Zealand
European Union

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Safety
Symbols
In the MCSDI-1 Documentation
Documentation
Read, Retain, and Follow Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before
the product is operated.
•Retain Documentation
Place documentation in a secure place for future reference on
operating and safety instructions.
•Follow All Operating and Safety Instructions
•Pay Attention to All Warnings
Warnings are provided to protect the operator, the equipment,
and content.
Caution Title
This symbol indicates important operating or maintenance (servicing)
information that the user should read and understand.
Note Title
This symbol indicates supplementary information about fea-
tures, functions, or operations that may be of interest to the user.

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Electrical Precautions
Do Not Expose to Moisture
Do not use this product near water or in an environment where it
is exposed to dampness or there is the possibility of it getting wet.
Do Not Remove Cover
There are No User Serviceable Parts inside this unit. Servicing
should be done by qualified service personnel.
Power Sources
Use only power sources that match those indicated on the
marking label. If unsure sure of the type of power supply that is
available, consult your dealer or local power company.
Do Not Overload Power Outlets
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
Verify Power Plugs are Fully Inserted
To prevent potential electrical shock to personnel, verify that the
MCSDI-1 power cord plug is fully inserted in to a grounded
receptor and that the plug blades are not exposed.
ATTENTION
POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE PAS
UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN
PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE
SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE
INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A
DECOUVERT.

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Power-Cord Protection
•Routing Power-Cords
Route power supply cords so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them.
Avoid sharp angles in the cord, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit the
product.
•Non-Use Period
During extended periods when the device is not used, unplug
it from the power source and retract the power-cord.
Grounding or Polarization
•Polarized
If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating current
line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), it will
fit into the outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.
•Grounded
If this product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type
plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, it will only fit into a
grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the grounding type plug.

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Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna
or cable system is
connected to the
MCSDI-1, verify that
the antenna or cable
system is grounded.
This provides some
protection against
voltage surges and
built-up static charges.
Refer to Article 810 of
the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, for information about
the proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding connectors, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode.
Ground Loop WARNING:
To avoid earth or ground loops, insure that all equipment
connected to the MCSDI-1 share a common ground. Use a
single, grounded outlet strip as opposed to separate outlets with
the possibility of different ground potentials.
Lightning and Power Surges
During electrical storms or when left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug the MCSDI-1 from the power source
and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
Power Lines
Do not locate an outside antenna system in the vicinity of
overhead power lines, electric light or power circuits, or where it
can fall onto such lines or circuits.
When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should
be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as
contact with them might be fatal.
Optical Precaution
The use of optical instruments with this device will increase
hazards to the eyes hazard.

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Maintenance and Moving
Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. The
product should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry
cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or
other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.
Servicing
Unplug the device from the power outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
• When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
product.
• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the product does not operate normally when following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions. The incorrect
adjustment of other controls can result in damage and often
requires extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
product to its normal operation.
• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
• When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Accessories and Replacement Parts
Use only attachments and accessories recommended by Focus
Enhancements.
Use only replacement parts specified by the Focus
Enhancements or of comparable quality and characteristics as
the original parts.
Unauthorized substitution of parts can result in fire, electrical
shock, other hazards, and loss of warranty.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the
product is in proper operating condition.

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Operating Environment
Location
Any mounting of this device should follow its instructions, and
should use only mounting accessories recommended by Focus
Enhancements.
• Install this device on a sturdy, level surface, away from
moisture and dust.
•Heat
Locate this device away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves or other electrical devices (including
amplifiers) that generate heat.
Ventilation
Do not block the ventilation openings in the MCSDI-1 cabinet.
Overheating can occur and damage the device. Do not place this
device in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or rack,
unless proper ventilation is provided.

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Table of Contents
Unpacking the MCSD-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Input Connectors (Back) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Output and Power Connectors (Front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Output Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Power Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Audio and Status LEDs (Side) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Audio Switch Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Status LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Camera Mounting (Top) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Tripod Mount (Bottom) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using the MCSDI-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Typical Analog Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Digital SDI Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Setup with Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Mounting Video Camera to the MCSDI-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Securing Assembly to Tripod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting Camera to MCSDI-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Using the Cable Tie Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting MCSDI-1 to Studio and Power . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Test Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Operating Conditions and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Operating Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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Unpacking the MCSD-1
Verify that the MCSDI-1 has the following items:
These optional components are available for purchase from
your local dealer or online at the Focus Enhancements web
store, www.focusinfo.com/webstore.
Component Part Number Qty.
1. MCSDI-1 Portable Media Converter MCSDI-1 1
2. AC Adapter (15V, 1.2A) and
IEC Power Cable
PWRS-0038-xx 1
3. Cable Routing Kits (one kit shown) ASYS-0609-xx 2
4. User Guide, MCSDI-1 MANL-1101-xx 1
Optional Accessories or Companion Devices
HX-1 Portable Video Switcher HX-1
HDMI cable, short CBLA-0162-xx
1
2
3
4

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Missing or Damaged Components
If there are missing or damaged items, contact Focus Enhancements
Support for assistance.
USA Email: [e-mail]
USA Telephone: [phone]
EMEA Email: [email protected]
EMEA Telephone: +49 4307 - 83 58 58

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Focus Enhancements MCSDI-1 Portable
SD/HD-SDI Media Converter. The MCSDI-1 is a compact, stand-
alone media converter that automatically determines the type of
HDMI, component, and Y/C (composite) input and outputs either an
HD-SDI or SD-SDI stream, depending on the type of input.
Input Connectors Audio Settings Switches
Status LEDs
Camera Mount Hardware
Output Connector
Power Connector
(Not Shown)
Tripod Mount Hardware
(not shown)

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Input Connectors (Back)
Audio
Video
Autosense
The MCSDI-1 is able to automatically sense the type of input and
its resolution and then output the appropriate SDI video signal.
Autosense determines input type in the following order: HDMI,
Component, Y/C, and Composite.
Analog / Digital analog: 24-bits, conversion at 48kHz
digital: 24-bits, 48kHz
Connectors 2 RCA Jacks (2-channel)
SMPTE-299, SMPTE-272M-A
Embedded Audio User selectable audio input levels, see Audio
Switch Settings on page 7.
Analog audio inputs are inactive when HDMI input is used.
HDMI
Component
Y
Pb Pr Composite
S-Video (Y/C)
Y
C
Audio
L
R

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Component
Composite / S-Video (Y/C)
HDMI
HD / SD 10-bits
Connectors 3 RCA Jacks, Y Pb Pr,
SMPTE-125M (SD),
SMPTE-274M (HD 1080i),
SMPTE-296M (HD 720p)
Resolution NTSC (480/59.94i)
PAL (576/50i)
1080/59.94i
1080/50i
720/59.94p
720/50p
SD only 10-bits
Connectors 2 RCA Jacks, Y/C,
Y/C 10 bits, SMPTE-125M
Resolution NTSC (480/59.94i)
PAL (576/50i)
Cabling Use a Y/C breakout cable to make the Y/C
connection. A breakout cable connection
permits transmitting the Y and C signals on
separate coaxial cable connections which
permits the use of higher quality cable and
provides longer cable runs.
Connector Type A, 19-pin HDMI
Resolution 1080/59.94i
1080/50i
Audio Input
48 KHz, 96 KHz or 192 KHz.
Output converted to 48 KHz.

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Output and Power Connectors (Front)
Output Connector
Power Connector
SDI Outputs either HD or SD, depending on type of
input, see Autosense on page 4.
Connector 1 BNC, 75 OHM, SMPTE-259/292
Cabling For SD-SDI or HD-SDI, use RG11 cable.
Estimated distances with this cable are:
HD-SDI, 656 ft. (200 m.)
SD-SDI, 1148 ft. (350 m.)
While RJ59 can be used for short distances, it
is not guaranteed.
Audio 20 bit 48 KHz per SMPTE-272M (SD),
24-bit 48KHz per SMPTE-299M (HD)
DC Power input range: 7.2 to 30 Volts DC
AC Adapter AC Adapter (15V, 1.2A) and IEC Power Cable
provided with MCSDI-1, see Unpacking the
MCSD-1 on page 1.
Video Output
Connector
DC Power
Connector