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HX-1
Rugged, portable, and designed to excel in today’s most demanding high-definition
production environments, the brand-new HX line of HD video switchers from Focus
Enhancements not only meets the highest broadcast standards, but also provides an
array of simple-to-operate features. Whether you’re conducting a live outside broadcast
or shooting inside a production studio, the Focus HX-1 Portable HD Video Switcher and
Focus HX-2 HD/SD Video Switcher enable you to switch seamlessly between video
sources and blend high-quality digital content on the fly.
HX HD Video Switchers
Designed from the inside out to excel in today’s demanding high-definition production envi-
ronment, HX HD video switchers are easy to set up and operate, feature full 10-bit internal
processing, generate superior-quality video effects, and meet the highest broadcast standards.
Models
Focus HX HD video switchers are available in two models—the Focus HX-1 Portable HD
Video Switcher and the Focus HX-2 HD/SD Video Switcher.
Key Features
MODEL HX-1 HX-2
Inputs
HD-SDI only (each with its own active loop-through output) 4 —
HD-SDI or SD-SDI — 8
External SD/HD-SDI Key Inputs (DSK and Fill) — 2
Outputs
HD-SDI only
(2 x Line/Program, 2 x Preview, 2 x Video Effects)
6 —
HD-SDI or SD-SDI
(2 x Line/Program, 1 x Preview, 1 x Video Effects,
1 x Utility 1, 1 x Utility 2, 1 x Key Channel)
— 7
Robust Functionality
2D DVE (see page 2 for a complete list) — •
Mixing and Wipes (eight wipe patterns) • •
Video Delay 1H 1H
External Reference Signal Integration (active loop-through) • •
Frame Synchronizer (all inputs) • —
Rugged Construction
Professional, rugged metal enclosure with high-quality
back-lit channel buttons, LCD display, and machined
aluminum fader bar with extremely smooth operation
• •
Easy to Set Up, Learn, and Use
Simple to integrate into a variety of equipment configurations • •
Intutive layout for easy operation • •
Applications
Broadcast
News Production
Outside Broadcast
Rental
Small Studio
Sports
Other
Education
Event production
Government
House of Worship
HX-2 Control panel shown. Also includes 1RU electronics chassis.

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HX-2 HD/SD Video Switcher
(chassis shown here; control panel also included)
Power
Alarm
GPI
Control
OA Tally
Connector
Video Effects
Connector
Edit Control Utility 2
Connector
Utility 1
Connector
LAN
Key Setup Preview
Ref. In
Ref. Out
Utility 1&2 Out
Line/Program 1&2
HD-SDI
Inputs
Preview
Fill In
Key In
Video Effects Preview Out
Digital Video Effects
MODEL HX-1 HX-2
Wipe Patterns
Vertical • •
Horizontal • •
Top Left • •
Top Right • •
Bottom Left • •
Bottom Right • •
Center Square • •
Center Circle • •
Wipe Controls
Aspect Ratio (center circle and center square wipes only) • •
Border (adjustable color and size) • •
Position (center circle and center square wipes only) • •
Soft Edge (adjustable) • •
Take Bar Functions (limit, normal, and reverse) • •
Key and 2D DVE Functionality
Chroma Key (slice, gain, trim, fade, and hue adjustment
and cursor selection control)
— •
DSK Key (matt, edge, slice, gain, and fade control) — •
Mosaic (adjustable) — •
Picture Squeeze and Slide (wipes) — •
Wipe Patterns
Ports
HX-1 Portable HD Video Switcher
HD-SDI Inputs with Active Loop-Through
OA Tally Connector
Video Effects
Preview Outputs
Line/Program Outputs
Preview Outputs
External VE
Control Connector
Reference In
Reference Out

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Studio
Editing Station
HX-1 Portable HD
Video Switcher
Monitor
Camera 1
Live HD Switching Solution
The Focus HX series of switchers is perfect for a variety of workflow solutions. For instance,
the HX-1 is ideal for location shoots—such as news, sports, and live music events, plays,
musicals, and conferences—that require up to four sources, including HD cameras, video-
tape recorders, and digital disk recorders. The following diagram depicts a typical configu-
ration for a truck-based broadcast that uses the HX-1 Portable HD Video Switcher.
Monitor
Camera 2
Monitor
Camera 3
Monitor
Camera 4
HD-SDI Input Active
Loop-Through
Live Production Example
Line/Program
Monitor
Video Effects
Monitor
Preview
Monitor
HD-SDI
Main Outputs
Active Loop-Through of
HD-SDI Output from Camera 3
Focus Portable
DTE Recorder
Camera 1
Component
Output
Focus Portable
DTE Recorder
Camera 2
HD-SDI Output
Focus Portable
DTE Recorder
Camera 3
HD-SDI Output
Instant Replay DDR
HD-SDI Output
MCSDI-1
HD Component
to HD-SDI
Converter
FS-4 HD and FS-4Pro HD recorders enable
you to edit instantly. When you use cameras
with time code in/out, all FS units will have
matching time code.

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Technical Specifications
Support
When you purchase video production
solutions from Focus Enhancements, you
not only receive reliable products that
deliver superior performance every day,
you also receive unconditional service
and support from a team of seasoned vid-
eo professionals. All products are backed
by comprehensive warranties and op-
tional support contracts that cover instal-
lation, training, 24/7 phone support, and
priority parts replacement.
Consultation
With extensive experience in designing,
configuring, and integrating video pro-
duction solutions for leading companies
around the world, the Focus team can
help you select the right products for your
business. If you have special require-
ments, solution consultation and custom
configuration services are available.
MODEL HX-1 HX-2
Portable HD Video Switcher HD/SD Video Switcher
Video Formats 1080i/59.94i; 1080i/50;
720p/59.94i
1080i/59.94i; 1080i/50; 525/60
Video Inputs 4 x HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M*
720p/1080i; 75-ohm; BNC); 2 x
reference video inputs (BNC); 2
x tri-level sync (0.6 Vpp) or BB
(0.429 Vpp) with loop-through
(BNC)
8 x HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M*
1080i/525i; 75-ohm; BNC); 2 x
HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M* external
key and fill inputs; BNC); 2 x
reference video input (BNC); 1 x
tri-level sync (0.6 Vpp) or BB (0.429
Vpp) with loop-through (BNC)
Video Outputs
(SMPTE 292M*; 75-ohm; BNC)
4 x HD-SDI (one active loop-
through per input); 2 x HD-SDI
line/program outputs; 2 x HD-SDI
preview outputs; 2 x HD-SDI
video effects preview outputs
7 x HD-SDI outputs: 1 x video
effects; 1 x key; 1 x preview, 2 x
utility; 2 x line/program
Processing 10-bit internal processing 10-bit internal processing
Control and Tally 1 x video effects control port
(25-pin D-sub); 1 x tally output
(1 channel red; negative true logic
open-collector output; DB-9)
1 x video effects control port
(25-pin D-sub); 1 x tally output
(1 channel red; channel green)
(DB-25); 1 x external control panel
port (BNC); 2 x utility 1 and 2
control port (25-pin D-sub)
Power Source 12V DC; 48VA 90-240V AC 50Hz/60Hz
Power Consumption 20W Main unit: 45W (50W with dual
power supplies)
Control panel: 15W
Output Signal Amplitude 800mV (+/- 10%) —
Video Delay 1H 1H
Dimensions
(length x width x height)
3.37" x 11" x 8.7" (221.5mm x
280mm x 86.5mm)
Control panel: 8.7" x 10.7" x 4"
(221.5mm x 272mm x 101mm);
Optional external controller: 1.7"
x 8.4" x 2" (43.7mm x 215mm
x 51.6mm); Main chassis: 1.7" x
18.9" x 17.7" (44mm x 480mm x
450mm)
Weight Approximately 6.6 lbs. (3 kg) Main unit: 17.6 lbs. (8 kg)
Control panel: 6.6 lbs. (3 kg)
Operating Temperature 0°–40°C (32°–104°F) 0°–40°C (32°–104°F)
Accessories Included External AC power adapter; IEC
power cable (region specific)
IEC power cable (region specific);
BNC chassis-control panel cable
* HD-SDI signals are SMPTE 292M compliant; return loss is ARIB004 compliant