FOR-A FRC-9100 User manual

FRC-9100
Frame Rate Converter
FRC-912C
FRC-914K
FRC-90DA
FRC-90DM
3rd Edition
OPERATION
MANUAL

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Edition Revision History
Edit.
Rev.
Date
Description
Section/Page
1
-
2019/05/27
First edition
2
-
2020/07/30
Added SNMP monitoring.
Changed Front Panel Auto Reboot description.
Changed option names (FRC-912C, FRC-914K)
6-8
8-7-5
3
-
2021/02/02
Changed audio delay settings
Supported 12G-SDI.
6-5-1-14 to 16
8-4-7
Throughout

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Precautions
Important Safety Warnings
[Power]
Caution
Operate unit only at the specified supply voltage.
Disconnect the power cord via the power plug only. Do not pull on the cable portion.
Stop
Do not place or drop heavy or sharp-edged objects on the power cord. A damaged
cord can cause fire or electrical shock hazards. Regularly check the power cord for
excessive wear or damage to avoid possible fire / electrical hazards.
Caution
Ensure the power cord is firmly plugged into the AC outlet.
[Grounding]
Caution
Ensure the unit is properly grounded at all times to prevent electrical shock.
Hazard
Do not ground the unit to gas lines, units, or fixtures of an explosive or dangerous
nature.
[Operation]
Hazard
Do not operate the unit under hazardous or potentially explosive atmospheric
conditions. Doing so could result in fire, explosion, or other hazardous results.
Hazard
Do not allow liquids, metal pieces, or other foreign materials to enter the unit. Doing so
could result in fire, other hazards, or a unit malfunction.
If a foreign material does enter the unit, turn the power off and immediately disconnect
the power cord. Remove the material and contact an authorized service representative
if damage has occurred.
[Transportation]
Hazard
Handle with care to avoid impact shock during transit, which may cause malfunction.
When you need to transport the unit, use the original or suitable alternative packing
material.

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[Circuitry Access]
Do not remove covers, panels, casing, or access the circuitry with power applied to the
unit. Turn the power off and disconnect the power cord prior to removal. Internal
servicing / adjustment of unit should only be performed by qualified personnel.
Stop
Do not touch any parts / circuitry with a high heat factor.
Capacitors can retain enough electric charge to cause mild to serious shock, even after
the power has been disconnected. Capacitors associated with the power supply are
especially hazardous.
Hazard
Unit should not be operated or stored with cover, panels, and / or casing removed.
Operating the unit with circuitry exposed could result in electric shock / fire hazards or
a unit malfunction.
[Potential Hazards]
Caution
If abnormal odors or noises are noticed coming from the unit, immediately turn the
power off and disconnect the power cord to avoid potentially hazardous conditions. If
problems similar to the above occur, contact an authorized service representative
before attempting to operate the unit again.
[Rack Mount Brackets, Ground Terminal, and Rubber Feet]
Caution
To rack-mount or ground the unit, or to install rubber feet, do not use screws or
materials other than those supplied. Doing so may cause damage to the internal
circuits or components of the unit. If you remove the rubber feet that are attached to the
unit, do not reinsert the screws that secure the rubber feet.
[Consumables]
Caution
Consumable items that are used in the unit must be periodically replaced. For further
details on which parts are consumables and when they should be replaced, refer to the
specifications at the end of the Operation Manual. Since the service life of the
consumables varies greatly depending on the environment in which they are used,
such items should be replaced at an early date. For details on replacing consumable
items, contact your dealer.

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Upon Receipt
FRC-9100 units and their accessories are fully inspected and adjusted prior to shipment. Check your
received items against the packing lists below. Check to ensure no damage has occurred during
shipment. If damage has occurred, or items are missing, inform your supplier immediately.
◆FRC-9100 box
ITEM
QTY
REMARKS
FRC-9100
1
EIA Rack Mount Brackets
1 set
Includes 8 screws.
AC Cord
2 sets
Includes AC cord clamp (See below for installation
instructions).
CD-ROM
1
Operation Manuals (PDF)
Dolby Metadata Configure GUI software installer
Packing List
1
◆Option
ITEM
QTY
REMARKS
FRC-912C
1
3G/HD/SD-SDI 2ch Option for FRC-9100
FRC-914K
1
4K Option for FRC-9100
FRC-90DA
1
Digital Audio Input / Output card
FRC-90DM
1-4
Dolby® E Encoder/Decoder card
Trademarks
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Microsoft, Windows and Internet Explorer are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Intel and Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
Firefox is a registered trademark of the Mozilla Foundation.
Chrome is a registered trademark of Google, Inc.
AC Cord Clamp Installation
1) Insert the anchor into the hole next to the AC inlet.
2) Plug in the AC cord.
3) Adjust the strap length to fit.
4) Wrap the AC cord clamp around the AC cord.
5) Gently pull on the AC cord to ensure it has been securely plugged in.
3)
1)
2)
4)

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Table of Contents
1. Prior to Starting.....................................................................................................................................9
1-1. Overview .....................................................................................................................................9
1-2. Features......................................................................................................................................9
1-3. Supported Formats ...................................................................................................................10
2. Panel Descriptions..............................................................................................................................11
2-1. Front Panel................................................................................................................................11
2-2. Rear Panel ................................................................................................................................12
3. Connections........................................................................................................................................14
3-1. 3G/HD/SD-SDI 1-Channel Conversions ...................................................................................14
3-2. 3G/HD/SD-SDI 2-Channel Conversions (with FRC-912C).......................................................14
3-3. Conversions between 4K Signals (with FRC-914K) .................................................................15
3-4. Conversions from HD to 4K (with FRC-914K) ..........................................................................16
3-5. Conversions from 4K to HD (with FRC-914K) ..........................................................................17
4. Operation............................................................................................................................................18
5. System Requirements........................................................................................................................18
6. Web Browser Control (SD/HD to HD Mode) ......................................................................................19
6-1. Connection between Web Browser and FRC-9100..................................................................19
6-2. STATUS Page [Web]................................................................................................................19
6-2-1. [STATUS - General]...........................................................................................................19
6-2-2. [STATUS - Video] ..............................................................................................................20
6-2-3. [STATUS - Emb. Audio IN] ................................................................................................20
6-2-4. [STATUS - Emb. Audio OUT] ............................................................................................21
6-2-5. [STATUS –Timecode].......................................................................................................21
6-2-6. [STATUS - AES IN/OUT] (FRC-90DA)..............................................................................22
6-2-7. [STATUS - Dolby] (FRC-90DM).........................................................................................22
6-2-8. [STATUS - Version] ...........................................................................................................23
6-3. SYSTEM Page [Web]................................................................................................................24
6-3-1. [SYSTEM - Channel A]......................................................................................................24
6-3-2. Channel B (SYSTEM)........................................................................................................26
6-3-3. [SYSTEM - General]..........................................................................................................26
6-4. VIDEO Page [Web]...................................................................................................................28
6-4-1. [VIDEO - Channel A]..........................................................................................................28
6-4-1-1. Conversion Settings ...................................................................................................28
6-4-1-2. Extension Settings......................................................................................................30
6-4-1-3. Area Marker Settings..................................................................................................30
6-4-1-4. Effective Area Settings...............................................................................................30
6-4-1-5. Text Area 1-4 Settings................................................................................................31
6-4-2. [VIDEO - Channel B]..........................................................................................................32
6-5. AUDIO Page [Web]...................................................................................................................33
6-5-1. [AUDIO - Channel A] .........................................................................................................34
6-5-1-1. SDI SRC Settings.......................................................................................................34
6-5-1-2. AES SRC Settings......................................................................................................34
6-5-1-3. SDI Polarity Settings...................................................................................................34
6-5-1-4. AES Polarity Settings .................................................................................................35
6-5-1-5. Dolby Decoder Polarity Settings.................................................................................35
6-5-1-6. Down Mix Settings......................................................................................................36
6-5-1-7. Mono Sum 1-8 Settings..............................................................................................37
6-5-1-8. Mapping SDI Settings.................................................................................................38
6-5-1-9. Mapping AES Settings................................................................................................38
6-5-1-10. Mapping Dolby Encoder Settings.............................................................................39
6-5-1-11. Gain SDI Settings.....................................................................................................40

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6-5-1-12. Gain AES Settings....................................................................................................41
6-5-1-13. Gain Dolby Encoder Settings ...................................................................................41
6-5-1-14. Delay SDI Settings ...................................................................................................42
6-5-1-15. Delay AES Settings..................................................................................................44
6-5-1-16. Delay Dolby Encoder Settings..................................................................................45
6-5-1-17. Embedded Audio Multiplex Settings (SDI)...............................................................45
6-5-1-18. Test Signal/Mute Settings ........................................................................................46
6-5-1-19. Dolby Decoder Settings............................................................................................46
6-5-1-20. Dolby Encoder Settings............................................................................................47
6-5-1-21. External Metadata Output Settings ..........................................................................48
6-5-2. [AUDIO - Channel B] .........................................................................................................48
6-5-3. [AUDIO - General] .............................................................................................................49
6-5-3-1. SDI IN 1 Embedded Audio Demultiplex Settings .......................................................49
6-5-3-2. SDI IN 2 Embedded Audio Demultiplex Settings .......................................................50
6-5-3-3. Digital Audio Settings .................................................................................................50
6-6. ANCILLARY Page [Web] ..........................................................................................................51
6-6-1. [ANCILLARY - Metadata]...................................................................................................51
6-6-1-1. Audio Metadata Demultiplexer Settings.....................................................................51
6-6-1-2. Audio Metadata Multiplexer Settings..........................................................................52
6-6-2. [ANCILLARY –Timecode].................................................................................................53
6-6-2-1. TCR Input Settings.....................................................................................................53
6-6-2-2. TCG Output Settings..................................................................................................54
6-6-2-3. TCG Mode Settings....................................................................................................54
6-6-2-4. TC Time Settings........................................................................................................56
6-7. UTILITY Page [Web].................................................................................................................57
6-7-1. Event Memory Settings......................................................................................................57
6-7-2. Setting Not Saved in Event Memory..................................................................................58
6-7-3. System Reboot ..................................................................................................................58
6-7-4. Video Test Signal Settings.................................................................................................58
6-7-5. Relay Bypass Settings.......................................................................................................59
6-8. NETWORK Page [Web]............................................................................................................60
6-8-1. Network Settings................................................................................................................60
6-8-2. Factory Shipment Network Settings ..................................................................................61
6-8-3. SNMP Setting ....................................................................................................................61
6-8-4. Get / Set List......................................................................................................................62
6-8-5. Get List...............................................................................................................................66
6-8-6. Trap List.............................................................................................................................68
7. Web Browser Control (Other modes than SD/HD to HD)........................................................................69
7-1. Connection between Web Browser and FRC-9100..................................................................69
7-2. STATUS Page [Web]................................................................................................................69
7-3. SYSTEM Page [Web]................................................................................................................69
7-4. VIDEO Page [Web]...................................................................................................................72
7-5. AUDIO Page [Web]...................................................................................................................73
7-6. ANCILLARY Page [Web] ..........................................................................................................73
7-7. UTILITY Page [Web].................................................................................................................73
7-8. NETWORK Page [Web]............................................................................................................73
8. Front Touch Panel Operation.............................................................................................................74
8-1. Front Panel LOCK / UNLOCK...................................................................................................74
8-2. SYSTEM Menu [Panel].............................................................................................................74
8-2-1. Channel A/B Selection.......................................................................................................74
8-2-2. General Settings................................................................................................................75
8-2-3. Miscellaneous Settings......................................................................................................75
8-2-3-1. 3G/HD/SD-SDI Input Format......................................................................................76
8-2-3-2. 3G/HD-SDI Output Format.........................................................................................78
8-2-3-3. Aspect Ratio ...............................................................................................................79

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8-2-3-4. System Phase ............................................................................................................79
8-2-3-5. Genlock Input .............................................................................................................80
8-2-3-6. Video Genlock Status.................................................................................................80
8-2-3-7. Version Information ....................................................................................................80
8-2-3-8. Unit Alarm...................................................................................................................81
8-2-3-9. Audio Status ...............................................................................................................81
8-3. VIDEO Menu [Panel].................................................................................................................82
8-3-1. Conversion Mode...............................................................................................................82
8-3-2. Conversion Settings...........................................................................................................83
8-3-3. Extension Settings.............................................................................................................83
8-3-4. Area Marker.......................................................................................................................83
8-3-5. Effective Area.....................................................................................................................83
8-3-6. Text Area ...........................................................................................................................84
8-4. AUDIO Menu [Panel].................................................................................................................84
8-4-1. SRC ...................................................................................................................................85
8-4-2. Polarity...............................................................................................................................85
8-4-3. Down Mix...........................................................................................................................85
8-4-4. Mono Sum..........................................................................................................................86
8-4-5. Mapping .............................................................................................................................87
8-4-6. Gain ...................................................................................................................................87
8-4-7. Delay..................................................................................................................................88
8-4-8. Mux ....................................................................................................................................88
8-4-9. SDI Test Signal / Mute (Channel A)...................................................................................89
8-4-10. Dolby Decoder.................................................................................................................89
8-4-11. Dolby Encoder .................................................................................................................90
8-4-12. External Metadata............................................................................................................90
8-4-13. Audio (General) ...............................................................................................................90
8-5. ANCILLARY Menu [Panel]........................................................................................................92
8-5-1. ANCILLARY Menu [Panel] –Metadata .............................................................................92
8-5-1-1. Metadata Demultiplex.................................................................................................93
8-5-1-2. Metadata Multiplex .....................................................................................................93
8-5-2. ANCILLARY Menu [Panel] - Timecode .............................................................................93
8-5-2-1. TCR Input Settings.....................................................................................................94
8-5-2-2. TCG Output Settings..................................................................................................94
8-5-2-3. TCG Counter ..............................................................................................................94
8-5-2-4. TCG Mode Settings....................................................................................................94
8-6. UTILITY Menu [Panel]...............................................................................................................95
8-6-1. Event Control.....................................................................................................................95
8-6-2. Video Test Signal Settings.................................................................................................96
8-6-3. Relay Bypass Settings.......................................................................................................96
8-6-4. NETWORK Menu...............................................................................................................97
8-6-5. Front Panel Auto Reboot ...................................................................................................97
9. Dolby Metadata Configure GUI ..........................................................................................................98
9-1. Downloading / Editing / Uploading Metadata............................................................................99
9-1-1. Copy Metadata between Programs.................................................................................100
9-1-2. Copy Metadata between Modules...................................................................................100
9-2. Dolby Metadata.......................................................................................................................101
9-3. Installing the Dolby Metadata Configure GUI .........................................................................103
10. Specifications and Dimensions ......................................................................................................105
10-1. Specifications........................................................................................................................105
10-2. External Dimensions.............................................................................................................106

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1. Prior to Starting
1-1. Overview
The FRC-9100 uses motion compensation processing by motion vectors to convert field
frequencies and enables conversion between different 12G/3G/HD frame rates, as well as up
conversion from SD to 3G/HD. The FRC-9100 is ideal for converting the frame rate prior to
transmitting at international sporting events, for example.
1-2. Features
➢4K (12G-SDI, Quad Link 3G/HD-SDI) support (optional)
Various frame-rates conversions, Level A/B and SQD/2SI conversions are supported.
Up/down/cross frame rate conversions between 4K UHDTV (3840 x 2160p) and HD (1920 x
1080p/i, 1280 x 720p).
➢3G/HD/SD multi-format support
3G/HD/SD-SDI input and 3G/HD output
Frame rate conversion of 1080p, 1080i, and 720p
Frame rate and up conversions from SD-SDI to 3G/HD-SDI.
➢2-channel Independent Conversion (option)
Different frame rate conversions of two 3G/HD/SD-SDI systems
➢Conversion with Motion Compensation Processing
Suppresses resolution degradation caused by frequency conversion.
➢Scene Cut Detection
The Scene Cut Detection feature can detect scene cuts automatically to avoid overcorrection
in consecutive frames.
➢Moving Text Detection
The Moving Text Detection feature can automatically detect moving texts for correction.
➢Genlock
The converted video signals can be synchronized to an external reference signal. Two
dedicated reference inputs are provided and Tri-level sync or Black burst signals can be
selected for both inputs.
➢Interlace-to-Progressive conversion
Adaptive interlace-to-progressive conversion produces clear/smooth progressive output.
➢Embedded Audio Support
Supports 16-Channel 48 kHz 24-bit embedded audio for 3G/HD input and 16-Channel 20-bit
or 12-Channel 24-bit embedded audio for SD input.
Audio delay allows video and audio synchronous conversions.
➢Test signal
Color bar and ramp signals for video and 1 kHz and 500 Hz signals for audio
➢FRC-90DA (Option)
AES/EBU digital audio support
➢FRC-90DM (Option)
Dolby E audio Encoder/Decoder (FRC-90DA required)

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1-3. Supported Formats
Output
2160p/
59.94, 50, 30,
29.97, 25, 24,
23.98 (*1)
1080p/
60, 59.94, 50, 30,
29.97, 25, 24,
23.98
1080i/
60, 59.94, 50
720p/
60, 59.94, 50
Input
2160p/
59.94, 50, 30,
29.97, 25, 24,
23.98 (*1)
✓
✓
✓
✓
1080p/
60, 59.94, 50, 30,
29.97, 25, 24,
23.98
✓
✓
✓
✓
1080i/
60, 59.94, 50
✓
✓
✓
✓
720p/
60, 59.94, 50
✓
✓
✓
✓
525/60
✓
✓
✓
625/50
✓
✓
✓
(*1) FRC-914K required
2160p/59.94 and 50 formats support 12G-SDI, 3G/HD-SDI Level-A/B (SQD/2SI) inputs and
outputs.
2160p/30, 29.97, 25, 24 and 23.98 formats support Quad 1.5G-SDI (SQD) inputs and outputs.
1080p/60, 59.94 and 50 formats support 3G/HD-SDI Level-A/B inputs and outputs.

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2. Panel Descriptions
2-1. Front Panel
POWER 1
ON
O FF
O FF
ON
POWER 2
FRAME RATE CONVERTER
FRC-9100
No.
Item
Description
1
Power Unit 1
switch
Switch used to turn POWER 1 ON / OFF.
The FRC-9100 will start at around a minute.
2
Power Unit 2
switch
Switch used to turn POWER 2 ON / OFF.
The FRC-9100 will start at around a minute.
3
Power
indicator
Power is being supplied to the unit.
POWER1
flashing red
Power failure has occurred on POWER 1.
Verify the power connection and turn on the Power
1 switch.
POWER2
flashing red
Power failure has occurred on POWER 2.
Verify the power connection and turn on the Power
2 switch. If a power failure still persists,
immediately replace the Power 2 unit.
4
FAN
indicator
(Lit green)
All cooling fans work properly.
(Flashing red)
Fan failure has occurred. Contact your FOR-A
service representative to replace fan(s). (See Sec.
8-2-3-8. “Unit Alarm.”)
5
Video input
indicator
(Lit green)
Video signal is present.
VIDEO (*1) UNLOCK
(Flashing yellow)
Video signal cannot be synced.
VIDEO (*1) LOSS
(Flashing red)
Video signal is not present.
(See Sec. 8-2. “SYSTEM Menu [Panel].”)
6
Genlock
indicator
REF (*2) LOCK
(Lit green)
Genlock signal is present and video signals are
genlocked.
REF (*2) UNLOCK
(Flashing yellow)
Genlock signal is present, but cannot genlock
video signals.
REF (*2) LOSS
(Flashing red)
Genlock signal is not present.
(See Sec. 8-2. “SYSTEM Menu [Panel].”)
REF Please Wait …
Genlock process is in preparation.
Unlit
Genlock is not working.
7
Touch panel
screen
Touch panel screen for displaying menus and enter operational settings.
(See Sec. 8 “Front Touch Panel Operation.”)
8
Ventilation
Openings
Used to air-cool the device to prevent overheating. Do not block any
ventilation openings. Adequate ventilation is required for optimum
performance. Ensure no other equipment or object is located, or installed,
closer than 5 cm from the front and rear panels of the device.
(*1) Selecting Dual Channel under [SYSTEM - General - General Settings], two video signals are represented
as VID A and VID B.
(*2) Selecting Dual Channel under [SYSTEM - General - General Settings], two reference signals are
represented as REF A and REF B.
(1)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(2)
(8)
(8)

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2-2. Rear Panel
1
2
AC1 00- 240 V 50/60 Hz IN
AC1 00- 240 V 50/60 Hz IN
LANGENLO CK INLTC
OUT
IN 21
12G -SDI
OUT2OUT1IN
3G/HD/ SD-SDI
IN1 OUT1 IN2 OUT2 IN3 OUT3 IN4 OUT4
RATING LA BE L
FRC-90DA
AREFIN
BREFIN
DIGI TAL AUD IO I N
A
B
1/2 3/4 5/6 7/8 9/10 11/12 13/14 15/16
1/2 3/4 5/6 7/8 9/10 11/12 13/14 15/16
AIN
BIN
METADATA AOUT
BOUT
DIGIT AL AUD IO OU T
A
B
1/2 3/4 5/6 7/8 9/10 11/12 13/14 15/16
1/2 3/4 5/6 7/8 9/10 11/12 13/14 15/16
No.
Item
Description
1
AC IN
(Power Unit 1)
Used for connection to AC power source via supplied accessory cord.
(AC 100 V - 240 V 50/60 Hz)
2
AC IN
(Power Unit 2)
Used for connection to AC power source via supplied accessory cord.
(AC 100 V - 240 V 50/60 Hz)
3
Ground Terminal
Used to ground the unit to protect operators against static electricity and
/ or electrical shock.
4
LAN
LAN port (100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T) Used to connect to a computer
for web-based control. Default IP address: 192.168.0.10 (See Sec. 6-8.
“NETWORK Page [Web]” and 8-6-4. “NETWORK Menu.”)
5
GENLOCK IN 1
GENLOCK IN 2
Used to input an external reference signal (Black Burst signal or Tri-level
sync signal). The other connector is a loop through of the input. The loop
through connector must be 75 ohm terminated if it isn’t connected to
other system equipment.
(GENLOCK IN 1 or GENLOCK IN 2 input signal selectable)
6
LTC IN/OUT
Used to input and output timecode. (Currently unavailable)
7
12G-SDI IN
12G-SDI
OUT1-2
Used for 12G-SDI connection.
Standard configuration: Not used.
FRC-914K enabled: Use 12G-SDI IN to input a single 4K video source,
then the converted signal is output from 12G-SDI OUT.
8
3G/HD/SD-SDI
IN 1-4
OUT 1-4
Used for serial digital component video (3G/HD/SD-SDI) input
connection. Available inputs and outputs change depending on
configured options.
Standard configuration: Input a video source to 3G/HD/SD SDI IN 1,
then the converted signal is distributed from 3G/HD SDI OUT 1-4.
FRC-912C enabled: Input video sources to 3G/HD/SD SDI IN 1 and IN
2, then the converted IN 1 signal is distributed from 3G/HD SDI
OUT 1 and 3 and the converted IN 2 signal from 3G/HD SDI OUT 2
and 4.
FRC-914K enabled: Use 3G/HD/SD SDI IN 1-4 to input a single 4K
video source, then the converted signal is output from 3G/HD SDI
OUT 1-4.
OUT 1-4 can loop-through IN 1-4 inputs when the FRC is powered off.
Bypass-through On/Off can also be changed on the front panel
operation. 12G-SDI terminal does not have relay bypass function.
(See Sec. 6-7-5. “Relay Bypass Settings” and Sec. 8-6-3. “Relay Bypass
Settings.”)
9
Ventilation
Openings
Used to air-cool the device to prevent overheating. Do not block any
ventilation openings. Adequate ventilation is required for optimum
performance. Ensure no other equipment or object is located, or
installed, closer than 5 cm from the front and rear panels of the device.
(10)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(7)
(8)
(6)
(9)

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(10) FRC-90DA (Option)
The top row provides digital audio input/output for Channel A (1st frame rate converter).
The bottom row provides digital audio input/output for Channel B (2nd frame rate converter).
See Sec. 6-3 “SYSTEM Page [Web]” and Sec. 6-5. “AUDIO Page [Web” for more details.
AREFIN
BREFIN
A
B
DIG ITAL AUDI O I N
1/2 3/4 5/6
1/2 3/4 5/6 7/8 9/10
7/8 9/10 11/12 13/14 15/16
11/12 13/14 15/16
AIN
BIN
METADATA AOUT
BOUT
DIGIT AL AUD IO OU T
A
B
1/2 3/4 5/6 7/8 9/10 11/12 13/14 15/16
FRC-90DA
1/2 3/4 5/6 7/8 9/10 11/12 13/14 15/16
a
A REF IN
B REF IN
Used to input a reference signal (BB or Tri-level Sync).
BNC x 2
b
DIGITAL AUDIO IN A
DIGITAL AUDIO IN B
Used to input AES digital audio.
16 channels, BNC x 8 for each Channel
c
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT A
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT B
Used to output AES digital audio.
16 channels, BNC x 8 for each Channel
d
METADATA A IN
METADATA B IN
Used to input audio metadata for Dolby E Encoder.
9-pin D-sub (female) x 2 (See the table below.)
To use this data, select Metadata In A/B under Metadata
Input. (See Sec. 6-5-1-20. “Dolby Encoder Settings.”)
e
METADATA A OUT
METADATA B OUT
Used to distribute audio metadata output from Dolby E
Decoder.
9-pin D-sub (female) x 2 (See the table below.)
Output data should be selected under Output in the External
Metadata Output Settings (See Sec. 6-5-1-21) menu.
◆METADATA (RS-485) connector pin assignments
METADATA A/B IN
METADATA A/B OUT
Pin No.
RS-485
Pin No.
RS-485
1
Shield
1
Shield
2
TXD -
2
RXD -
3
RXD +
3
TXD +
4
GND
4
GND
5
NC
5
NC
6
GND
6
GND
7
TXD +
7
RXD +
8
RXD -
8
TXD -
9
Shield
9
Shield
(c)
Channel A
(b)
(a)
(d)
(e)
Channel B

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3. Connections
3-1. 3G/HD/SD-SDI 1-Channel Conversions
◆Input a video source into IN 1.
◆The converted signal will be distributed from OUT 1 to 4.
◆When the power is turned off, input signal IN 1 will be output from OUT 1 by a relay
bypass.
◆FRC-9100 factory default network settings
IP Address: 192.168.0.10
Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
Default gateway: 0:0:0:0
See Sec. 6-8. “NETWORK Page [Web]” or Sec. 8-6-4. “NETWORK Menu” to change FRC-9100
network settings.
3-2. 3G/HD/SD-SDI 2-Channel Conversions (with FRC-912C)
◆Input video sources to IN 1 and IN 2.
◆The converted IN 1 signal will be distributed from OUT 1 and OUT 3.
The converted IN 2 signal will be distributed from OUT 2 and OUT 4.
◆When the power is turned off, IN 1 input will be passed through to OUT 1 and IN 2 to
OUT 2 by a relay bypass.
◆FRC-9100 factory default network settings are the same as Sec. 3-1. “3G/HD/SD-SDI
1-Channel Conversions.”
Input a genlock signal into GENLOCK1 or 2.
Switching Hub
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1
2
AC1 00-2 40 V5 0/60 Hz IN
AC1 00-2 40 V5 0/60 Hz IN
LANGENLOCK INLTC
OUT
IN 21
12G-SDI
OUT2OUT1IN
3G/HD/SD-SDI
IN1 OUT1 IN2 OUT2 IN3 OUT3 IN4 OUT4
RAT ING LABE L
1
2
AC1 00-2 40 V5 0/60 Hz IN
AC1 00-2 40 V5 0/60 Hz IN
LANGENLOCK INLTC
OUT
IN 21
12G-SDI
OUT2OUT1IN
3G/HD/SD-SDI
IN1 OUT1 IN2 OUT2 IN3 OUT3 IN4 OUT4
RAT ING LABE L
Input a genlock signal into GENLOCK1 or 2.
Switching Hub
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3-3. Conversions between 4K Signals (with FRC-914K)
◆Use 3G/HD/SD-SDI IN 1-4 or 12G-SDI IN to input a single 4K video source.
◆The converted 4K signal will be output through 3G/HD/SD-SDI OUT 1-4 or 12G-SDI OUT
1-2.
◆When the power is turned off, 3G/HD/SD-SDI IN 1-4 inputs will be passed through to
3G/HD/SD-SDI OUT 1-4 by a relay bypass. 12G-SDI IN, OUT are not passed through by a
relay bypass.
◆FRC-9100 factory default network settings are the same as Sec. 3-1. “3G/HD/SD-SDI
1-Channel Conversions.”
◆Either 3G-SDI or 12G-SDI terminals are available for 4K Input/Output. Select one under
Terminal Settings. (See Sec. 6-3-3. “[System –General]” and Sec. 8-2-2. “General
Settings” for details.)
Signals are not input or output via unselected terminals.
◆If Output Terminal settings are changed, save settings and reboot the FRC-9100 to
apply settings.
There are 3 ways to reboot the FRC-9100 as shown below.
Turn OFF the power switch on the front panel then ON again. (See Sec. 2-1. “Front Panel”
for details.)
Press the Utility>System Reboot>Reboot button in WEB GUI. (See Sec. 6-7-5. “Relay
Bypass Settings” for details.)
Use the frc9100Reboot in SNMP. (See Sec. 6-8-4. “Get/Set List” for details.)
Input a genlock signal into GENLOCK1 or 2.
Switching Hub
PC
1
2
AC1 00-2 40 V5 0/60 Hz IN
AC1 00-2 40 V5 0/60 Hz IN
LANGENLOCK INLTC
OUT
IN 21
12G-SDI
OUT2OUT1IN
3G/HD/SD-SDI
IN1 OUT1 IN2 OUT2 IN3 OUT3 IN4 OUT4
RAT ING LABE L

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3-4. Conversions from HD to 4K (with FRC-914K)
◆Use 3G/HD/SD-SDI IN 1 to input an HD video source.
◆The converted 4K signal will be output through 3G/HD/SD-SDI OUT 1 -4 or 12G-SDI OUT
1-2.
◆When the power is turned off, 3G/HD/SD-SDI IN 1 input will be passed through to
3G/HD/SD-SDI OUT 1 by a relay bypass. 12G-SDI OUT1-2 are not passed through by a
relay bypass.
◆FRC-9100 factory default network settings are the same as Sec. 3-1. “3G/HD/SD-SDI
1-Channel Conversions.”
◆Either 3G-SDI or 12G-SDI terminals are available for 4K Output. Select one under
Terminal Settings. (See Sec. 6-3-3. “[System – General]” and Sec. 8-2-2. “General
Settings” for details.)
Signals are not input or output via unselected terminals.
◆If Output Terminal settings are changed, save settings and reboot the FRC-9100 to
apply settings.
There are 3 ways to reboot the FRC-9100 as shown below.
Turn OFF the power switch on the front panel then ON again. (See Sec. 2-1. “Front Panel”
for details.)
Press the Utility>System Reboot>Reboot button in WEB GUI. (See Sec. 6-7-5. “Relay
Bypass Settings” for details.)
Use the frc9100Reboot in SNMP. (See Sec. 6-8-4. “Get/Set List” for details.)
1
2
AC1 00-2 40 V5 0/60 Hz IN
AC1 00-2 40 V5 0/60 Hz IN
LANGENLOCK INLTC
OUT
IN 21
12G-SDI
OUT2OUT1IN
3G/HD/SD-SDI
IN1 OUT1 IN2 OUT2 IN3 OUT3 IN4 OUT4
RAT ING LABE L
Input a genlock signal into GENLOCK1 or 2.
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3-5. Conversions from 4K to HD (with FRC-914K)
◆Use 3G/HD/SD-SDI IN 1-4 or 12G-SDI to input a single 4K video source.
◆The converted HD signal will be output through 3G/HD/SD-SDI OUT 1-4 (4 same video
signals).
◆When the power is turned off, 3G/HD/SD-SDI IN 1-4 input will be passed through to
3G/HD/SD-SDI OUT 1-4 by a relay bypass. 12G-SDI OUT1-2 are not passed through by a
relay bypass.
◆FRC-9100 factory default network settings are the same as Sec. 3-1. “3G/HD/SD-SDI
1-Channel Conversions.”
◆Either 3G-SDI or 12G-SDI terminals are available for 4K Output. Select one under
Terminal Settings. (See Sec. 6-3-3. “[System – General]” and Sec. 8-2-2. “General
Settings” for details.)
Signals are not input or output via unselected terminals.
◆If Output Terminal settings are changed, save settings and reboot the FRC-9100 to
apply settings.
There are 3 ways to reboot the FRC-9100 as shown below.
Turn OFF the power switch on the front panel then ON again. (See Sec. 2-1. “Front Panel”
for details.)
Press the Utility>System Reboot>Reboot button in WEB GUI. (See Sec. 6-7-5. “Relay
Bypass Settings” for details.)
Use the frc9100Reboot in SNMP. (See Sec. 6-8-4. “Get/Set List” for details.)
1
2
AC1 00-2 40 V5 0/60 Hz IN
AC1 00-2 40 V5 0/60 Hz IN
LANGENLOCK INLTC
OUT
IN 21
12G-SDI
OUT2OUT1IN
3G/HD/SD-SDI
IN1 OUT1 IN2 OUT2 IN3 OUT3 IN4 OUT4
RAT ING LABE L
Input a genlock signal into GENLOCK1 or 2.
Switching Hub
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4. Operation
There are two ways to operate FRC-9100, one is via web browser on a computer and another is through
the FRC-9100 front touch panel control. See Sec. 6 “Web Browser Control (SD/HD to HD Mode)” and
Sec. 7 “Web Browser Control (Other Modes than SD/HD to HD)” for web browser control, and Sec. 8
“Front Touch Panel Operation” for front touch panel control.
When the FRC-912C option is installed, Channels A and B become selectable. Select Channel A for the
first frame rate converter and Channel B for the second frame rate converter.
5. System Requirements
To operate FRC-9100 Web GUI and Dolby Metadata Configure GUI, your computer must meet the
following requirements.
OS
Windows® 7, 8 ,10 operating system
Professional (32/64bit)
CPU
Intel® Core™2 Duo processor 2 GHz or faster
Memory
2 GB or more
Display
1280×1024 pixel resolution or higher recommended
Must be capable of full color (24-bit) display.
Network port
Ethernet, at least one port
100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T
Network cable
100BASE-TX: Category 5 or better
1000BASE-T: Category 6, or enhanced category 5
Web browser
Chrome: Ver. 49.0.2622.112m or later
Firefox: Ver. 45.0.1 or later
IE 11: Ver. 11.0.9600.18230 or later
* Do not use Microsoft Edge which is not applicable.
* Required for using FRC-9100 Web GUI
.NET Framework
.NET Framework 4.5.1 or later
* Required for using Dolby Metadata Configure GUI
* FRC-9100 does not support Mac OS.

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6. Web Browser Control (SD/HD to HD Mode)
6-1. Connection between Web Browser and FRC-9100
FRC-9100 factory shipment default network settings are:
IP address 192.168.0.10
Subnet mask 255.255.255.0
Default gateway 0.0.0.0
Set the IP addresses of the computer and peripherals on the same segment so as not to conflict
with the FRC-9100 IP address. Connect the FRC-9100 and computer by LAN.
Start the web browser on the computer and connect with 192.168.0.10.
FRC-9100 settings are shown on the web browser. To change FRC-9100 network settings, refer to
Sec. 6-8 “NETWORK Page [Web]” or Sec. 8-6-4. “NETWORK Menu” for details. When connection
with FRC-9100 is established, Status of Main window opens.
6-2. STATUS Page [Web]
6-2-1. [STATUS - General]
Select STATUS then the General tab to open a web page as shown below.
◆Unit Status
Error: Operating status
Version: Version information
Selecting Version allows you to show detailed information.
Serial Number: Unit’s serial number
MAC Address: Network MAC address
◆Option Status
Displays the option installation status.
◆Channel A Status
Displays the convert status of the first frame rate converter.
Conversion: Signal formats before and after frame rate conversion
Genlock: Genlock status of the output video signal
◆Channel B Status (FRC-912C required)
Displays the convert status of the second frame rate converter.
Conversion: Signal formats before and after frame rate conversion
Genlock: Genlock status of the output video signal

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6-2-2. [STATUS - Video]
Selecting Video in the STATUS tab opens a web page as shown below.
◆Input Video Status
Input video format. Converter input and channels are displayed under Assign.
◆Genlock Status
Genlock signal format. Converter reference and channels are displayed under Assign.
◆Output Video Status
Output video format. Converter output and channels are displayed under Assign.
6-2-3. [STATUS - Emb. Audio IN]
Selecting Emb. Audio IN in the STATUS tab opens the window as shown below.
◆SDI IN 1 to SDI IN 4 Audio Status is displayed.
Embedded audio status on the SDI IN 1 to SDI IN 4 streams.
Input assignments and signal information is displayed under Assign.