FOR-A FA-9600 User manual

FA-9600
Frame Synchronizer
FA-96PS
FA-964K
FA-96UDC
FA-96AHDR/AHDR2
FA-96AES-UBL/-UBLC
FA-96ANA-AUD
FA-96MADI
FA-96DNT
FA-96EX3G44-R
FA-96EX12G06
FA-96SFPC4
FA-96GPI/DB9-CBL
FA-96DIN4-CBL
5th Edition –Rev. 3 (Software Ver. 5.00)
OPERATION
MANUAL

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Edition Revision History
Edit.
Rev.
Date
Description
Section
1
-
2017/09/15
Supported 1080/59.94i, 1080/59.94p and
2160/59.94p.
2
2017/09/25
Supported multi-format video signals.
Supported HDMI, etc.
2
1
2017/11/17
Added FA-96DIN4-CBL.
Revised HDR related menus.
3-5
5-4 to 5-8
10-2-5
2
2
2017/12/22
Corrected GPI IN circuits.
Revised Loss Mode description.
3-3, 3-4
5-10, 10-2-1
2
3
2018/03/16
SNMP function added.
Factual errors corrected.
1-2, 12-2, 13
2
4
2018/04/16
SNMP function deleted.
FA-96EX12G06 option added.
Event data (csv files) description
3, 5, 10, 13
Appendix
3
(V2.0)
-
2018/09/10
MU Operation Mode added
HDMI AUDIO OUTPUT SELECT added
EVENT EDITOR added
SNMP Monitoring added
1-3, 7-9
6-10
14-4
15
3
(V2.0)
1
2018/11/05
Notice on overheat protection.
FA-10DCCRU supported.
Factual errors corrected.
2
4-3
4
(V3.0)
-
2019/03/22
MU Operation Mode added.
Connection Example added
OOTF for SR-Live support menu
Event Auto Load
Changed menus of various correction filters
Event tally
Supported Ember+ protocol.
1-3, 7-8
1-5
5-6
5-14, 5-15
5-22 to 5-25
14-3
Appendix 2
4
(V3.2)
1
2019/04/25
Color Correction (Balance Pre) added.
SDR(SONY) added to gamma curves.
4
(V3.3)
2
2019/08/21
FA-96ANA-AUD option added.
FA-96SFPC4 option added.
FRAME DELAY function changed
2-3-5, etc.
2-3-3, etc.
5-40, etc
4
(V3.4)
3
2019/09/24
Changed FRAME DELAY setting.
Added “Load Impedance Matching” setting. (FA-
96ANA-AUD option)
5-40
6-25
4
(V3.5)
4
2019/11/25
Added ANC USER PACKET menu items.
Changed FA-96SFPC4 status display.
Changed Loss Mode settings.
5-36 to 5-38
Appendix 1
5-45
5-47 to 5-50
5-13, 11-2-1
4
(V3.6)
5
2020/02/18
Added range setting in 3D-LUT mode.
Supported FA-96MADI.
5-4
6-6, 6-14,
6-15, etc.
4
(V3.6)
6
2020/04/30
Corrected Ember+ commands.
Appendix 2
4
(V3.8)
7
2020/08/26
Added KNEE (RGB Clip) function in 3D-LUT
mode.
Corrected factual errors.
5-11, etc.

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4
(V3.9)
8
2020/10/30
Changed Process Amplifier menu.
Added HDMI setting menu.
Added “Video Format Conversions.”
Extracts Ember+ commands from the manual to
provide as a separate document.
5-1
5-45, etc.
Appendix1
5
(V5.0)
-
2021/03/16
Added FA-96DNT option.
Supports HDMI HDR Metadata.
TV Logic WonderLookPro support (3D-LUT mode)
Frequency deviation adjustment in free-run mode.
Web GUI covered almost all of FA-9600 menus.
Merged descriptions of Web and Windows GUIs
2-3-7, etc.
5-46, etc.
4-7, etc.
7-7
12
5
(V5.0)
1
2021/06/04
Added SNMP video format information examples.
Corrected Ethernet spec.
14
2-2, 15-1
5
(V5.0)
2
2021/08/27
Revised description on image filters
Changed notes on HDMI settings.
Changed the format of product specifications.
Revised Output Delay and Phase in Converter
Minimum Delay Mode
5-24
12-2-3-4
5-42
15-1
App. 1-3
5
(V5.0)
32021/11/01
Factual errors corrected

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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
FA-9600 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.
◆FA-9600 Box
ITEM
QTY
REMARKS
FA-9600
1
AC Cord
1 set
AC cord clamp included.
(See next page for installation instructions.)
Rubber foot
4
HDMI Cable Lacing Bracket
2 sets
See next page for installation instructions.
EIA Rack Mount Brackets
1 set
4 screws included.
CD-ROM
1
Installation files (Windows GUI, GUI Launcher and
Event Editor)
User manuals (PDF), etc.
Quick Setup Guide
1
◆Hardware Option
Option Card / Cable
ITEM
QTY
REMARKS
FA-96PS
1 set
Redundant power supply unit and AC cord
AC cord clamp included (See next page.)
FA-96AES-UBL
1
Digital audio (unbalanced) I/O card
FA-96AES-UBLC
1
Digital audio (unbalanced) I/O expansion cable
FA-96ANA-AUD
1
Balanced analog audio 4-In 4-Out card
FA-96MADI
1
MADI audio expansion card
FA-96DNT
1
Dante audio expansion card
FA-96GPI
1-2
External I/O control card
FA-96EX3G44-R
1
3G-SDI I/O card
FA-96EX12G06
1
12G-SDI 6-output expansion card
FA-96SFPC4
1
4-cage card for SFP modules
FA-96DB9-CBL
1
GPI expansion cable
FA-96DIN4-CBL
1
LTC I/O expansion cable
Remote Controller
FA-10RU
1
Remote Control Unit
FA-10DCCRU
1
Remote Control Unit
FA-AUX30
1
Auxiliary Unit
FA-10RU, FA-10DCCRU or FA-96GPI required
◆Software Option
ITEM
QTY
REMARKS
FA-964K
1
4K and 12G-SDI option
FA-96UDC
1
Up/down converter option
FA-96AHDR2
1
Advanced HDR functions

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Trademarks
Microsoft, Windows and Edge are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
in the United States and/or other countries.
Intel and Intel Core are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Apple, macOS and Safari are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
HDMI is a trademark or registered trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Google and Chrome are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc.
Mozilla and Firefox are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Mozilla Foundation.
Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories Inc.
Dante is a trademark or registered trademark of Audinate Pty Ltd.
*All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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.
Installing the HDMI Cable Lacing Bracket
Secure the HDMI cable to the panel with the supplied cable lacing bracket.
1) Plug the HDMI cable into the HDMI connector on the rear panel.
2) Loosen (but do not remove) the screw above the connector.
3) Place the bracket on the screw, above the connector.
Tighten the screw (but not too tight) to secure the bracket.
4) Use the supplied tie wrap to secure the bracket to the connector.
5) Tighten the tie wrap and cut off any excess.
3)
1)
2)
4)
5)
4)
1)
3)
2)

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Table of Contents
1. Prior to Starting.................................................................................................................................. 14
1-1. Overview .................................................................................................................................. 14
1-2. Key Features............................................................................................................................ 14
1-3. Three MU Main Mode .............................................................................................................. 15
1-4. Notice on Overheat Protection................................................................................................. 15
1-5. Connection Example (Video Input / Output) ............................................................................ 16
1-5-1. 4K In / HD Out + HD In / HD Out...................................................................................... 16
1-5-2. HD In / 4K Out................................................................................................................... 16
2. Panel Descriptions............................................................................................................................. 17
2-1. Front Panel............................................................................................................................... 17
2-2. Rear Panel ............................................................................................................................... 18
2-3. Option Slots.............................................................................................................................. 19
2-3-1. FA-96EX3G44-R (SDI I/O Expansion) ............................................................................. 19
2-3-2. FA-96EX12G06 (12G-SDI Output Expansion)................................................................. 19
2-3-3. FA-96SFPC4 (4-Cage Card for SFP Modules) ................................................................ 20
2-3-4. FA-96AES-UBL and 96AES-UBLC (Audio Expansion).................................................... 20
2-3-5. FA-96ANA-AUD (Balanced Analog Audio 4-In 4-Out Card)............................................. 21
2-3-6. FA-96MADI (MADI Audio Card)........................................................................................ 21
2-3-7. FA-96DNT (Dante Audio Card)......................................................................................... 22
2-3-8. FA-96DB9-CBL (7 GPI Input/Output) ............................................................................... 22
2-3-9. FA-96GPI (10 Inputs and 10 Outputs).............................................................................. 23
2-3-10. FA-96DIN4-CBL (LTC I/O Expansion Cable)................................................................. 25
3. Operation........................................................................................................................................... 26
3-1. Front Panel Operation.............................................................................................................. 26
3-2. Memory Access Icon................................................................................................................ 27
3-3. Displaying Input Video on the Front Panel............................................................................... 27
3-4. FA-9600 Remote Control......................................................................................................... 28
3-4-1. Network Setting Quick Reference..................................................................................... 30
3-5. Saving / Loading Settings (Event Operation)........................................................................... 30
4. FA-9600 Setting Example.................................................................................................................. 31
4-1. Color Processer: SDR<->HLG (with Preset Events) ............................................................... 31
4-1-1. Preset Event Stored in FA-9600....................................................................................... 33
4-1-2. Preset Events in CD-ROM (FA-96AHDR2 required)........................................................ 34
4-2. Color Processer: HLG<->PQ ................................................................................................... 35
4-3. Converter: HD<->4K ................................................................................................................ 35
4-4. Converter: Adjusting Output Timing......................................................................................... 36
4-5. Converter: Outputting Signals with Minimum Delay ................................................................ 37
4-6. Aligning Audio and Video......................................................................................................... 37
4-7. Controlling 3D-LUT via WonderLookPro.................................................................................. 38
5. Video Setting Menus ......................................................................................................................... 39
5-1. VIDEO PRE-/POST-PROCESS AMPLIFIER........................................................................... 39
5-2. SPLIT MODE SELECT ............................................................................................................ 40
5-3. AREA MARKER (FA-96AHDR2) ............................................................................................. 41
5-4. INPUT / OUTPUT GAMMA / COLOR...................................................................................... 41
5-5. OOTF for HLG.......................................................................................................................... 42
5-6. Optional Function (FA-96AHDR2) ........................................................................................... 44
5-6-1. About OOTF Related Parameters .................................................................................... 44
5-7. IN/OUT GAMMA/COLOR......................................................................................................... 45
5-8. COLOR CORRECTION (Balance Pre).................................................................................... 47
5-9. COLOR CORRECTION (Balance Post) .................................................................................. 48
5-10. COLOR CORRECTION (Differential) .................................................................................... 49
5-11. KNEE (RGB) CLIP (White/Black)........................................................................................... 49

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5-12. YCbCr CLIP ........................................................................................................................... 50
5-13. INPUT SELECT (Synchronizer)............................................................................................. 51
5-14. INPUT SELECT (Converter 1)............................................................................................... 52
5-15. INPUT SELECT (Color Processor)........................................................................................ 53
5-16. INPUT LINKAGE PROCESS (VIDEO) .................................................................................. 53
5-17. INPUT LINKAGE PROCESS (AUDIO) .................................................................................. 54
5-18. DYNAMIC RANGE GAIN CONTROL.................................................................................... 54
5-19. OUTPUT SELECT ................................................................................................................. 55
5-19-1. OUTPUT SELECT (Slot A)............................................................................................. 55
5-19-2. 4K (UHD) SDI Interface .................................................................................................. 57
5-20. CONVERTER FORMAT (FA-96UDC) ................................................................................... 59
5-21. ADJUST TIMING (FA-96UDC) .............................................................................................. 60
5-22. RESIZE 1, 2, 3 (FA-96UDC)................................................................................................. 62
5-23. I/P CONVERTER SETTING (FA-96UDC) ............................................................................. 64
5-24. FILTER SETTINGS (FA-96UDC)........................................................................................... 64
5-24-1. ANTIALIAS H/V (FA-96UDC) ......................................................................................... 65
5-24-2. ENHANCE H/V (FA-96UDC).......................................................................................... 66
5-24-3. NOISE REDUCER (FA-96UDC)..................................................................................... 66
5-25. UHD UPCONVERSION (FS1) (FA-96UDC/964K) ................................................................ 67
5-26. ANCILLARY MULTIPLEX...................................................................................................... 67
5-27. VIDEO PAYLOAD ID 1, 2 ...................................................................................................... 68
5-28. VIDEO PAYLOAD ID LINKAGE............................................................................................. 70
5-29. TIME CODE MULTIPLEX...................................................................................................... 70
5-30. TIMECODE GENERATOR LTC 1, 2, 3 ................................................................................. 71
5-30-1. Timecode Source............................................................................................................ 72
5-31. TIMECODE GENERATOR VITC 1, 2, 3................................................................................ 72
5-32. LTC OUT SELECT (FA-96DIN4-CBL)................................................................................... 73
5-33. ANC USER PACKET (Planned for future support)................................................................ 73
5-34. ANC DATA INSERTION ........................................................................................................ 74
5-35. ANC USER PACKET INSERTION (Planned for future support) ........................................... 76
5-36. SYNCHRONIZER FORMAT.................................................................................................. 77
5-37. SYNCHRONIZER .................................................................................................................. 78
5-38. VIDEO FREEZE..................................................................................................................... 79
5-39. FRAME DELAY...................................................................................................................... 80
5-39-1. FRAME DELAY Difference between Old and New Versions ............................................. 80
5-40. SDI BYPASS.......................................................................................................................... 82
5-41. VIDEO TEST SIGNAL............................................................................................................ 82
5-42. HDMI SETTINGS................................................................................................................... 83
5-43. HDMI HDR METADATA......................................................................................................... 84
5-44. VIDEO INPUT STATUS......................................................................................................... 85
5-45. PROCESSED SIGNAL STATUS........................................................................................... 86
5-46. SDI ERROR DETECTION ..................................................................................................... 86
5-47. VIDEO OUTPUT STATUS..................................................................................................... 87
5-48. Payload ID (FA-96EX3G44-R / FA-96SFPC4) ...................................................................... 88
5-49. OUTPUT PAYLOAD ID.......................................................................................................... 89
5-50. INPUT TIMECODE DETECTION (FA-96DIN4-CBL)............................................................. 89
5-51. INPUT ARIB B39 VIDEO MODE ........................................................................................... 90
5-52. INPUT ANCILLARY DETECTION 1-4................................................................................... 90
5-53. SFPC4 MODULE STATUS.................................................................................................... 90
6. Audio Setting Menus ......................................................................................................................... 91
6-1. AUDIO DEMUX........................................................................................................................ 91
6-2. AUDIO MUX CLOCK (GROUP1-4) ......................................................................................... 91
6-3. AUDIO MUX ENABLE (GROUP1-4)........................................................................................ 92
6-4. AUDIO MUX MODE (ARIB STD-B39) ..................................................................................... 92
6-5. EMB. AUDIO INPUT POLARITY ............................................................................................. 93

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6-6. SOURCE AUDIO SELECT ...................................................................................................... 93
6-7. SAMPLING RATE CONVERTER (SRC) ................................................................................. 94
6-8. MONO SUM SETTINGS (1-16) ............................................................................................... 94
6-9. AUDIO DOWNMIX 1 and 2...................................................................................................... 95
6-10. EMB. AUDIO OUTPUT MAPPING ........................................................................................ 97
6-11. HDMI AUDIO OUTPUT SELECT........................................................................................... 97
6-12. AES AUDIO OUTPUT MAPPING.......................................................................................... 98
6-13. ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT MAPPING .................................................................................. 98
6-14. MADI OUTPUT MAPPING..................................................................................................... 99
6-15. Dante OUTPUT MAPPINGS.................................................................................................. 99
6-16. MADI OUTPUT SETTINGS ................................................................................................. 100
6-17. AES INPUT HYSTERESIS .................................................................................................. 100
6-18. AES TERMINAL IN/OUT SET ............................................................................................. 101
6-19. AES AUDIO INPUT POLARITY........................................................................................... 101
6-20. AUDIO OUTPUT GAIN........................................................................................................ 101
6-21. ANALOG INPUT/OUTPUT GAIN......................................................................................... 102
6-22. MADI OUTPUT GAIN........................................................................................................... 103
6-23. Dante OUTPUT GAIN.......................................................................................................... 103
6-24. AUDIO INPUT DELAY......................................................................................................... 104
6-25. AUDIO DELAY ADJUST FS SELECT ................................................................................. 104
6-26. Dolby E ALIGNMENT........................................................................................................... 105
6-27. ADDITIONAL AUDIO DELAY .............................................................................................. 106
6-28. ANALOG INPUT/OUTPUT LEVEL ...................................................................................... 107
6-29. ANALOG INPUT POLARITY ............................................................................................... 107
6-30. ANALOG AUDIO SETTINGS............................................................................................... 107
7. System Setting Menus..................................................................................................................... 109
7-1. GPI UTILITY / INPUT / OUTPUT........................................................................................... 109
7-2. AUDIO SYSTEM 1, 2............................................................................................................. 111
7-3. AUDIO MUTE / TEST SIGNAL.............................................................................................. 112
7-4. Dante SYSTEM...................................................................................................................... 113
7-5. Remote Control Unit Setting .................................................................................................. 113
7-6. FRONT PANEL SETTINGS................................................................................................... 114
7-7. FREE RUN FREQUENCY ADJUST...................................................................................... 114
7-7-1. How to Adjust Free Running Frequency Deviation......................................................... 114
7-8. NETWORK INFORMATION 1-2 ............................................................................................ 116
7-9. NETWORK SETTING 1/4 to 4/4............................................................................................ 116
7-10. MU OPERATION ................................................................................................................. 117
7-11. EMB. AUDIO INPUT STATUS............................................................................................. 117
7-12. AES / ANALOG AUDIO INPUT STATUS ............................................................................ 118
7-13. MADI AUDIO INPUT STATUS............................................................................................. 118
7-14. Dante STATUS / Dante AUDIO INPUT STATUS................................................................ 119
7-15. EMB. AUDIO PHASE ERROR............................................................................................. 119
7-16. INPUT ARIB B39 AUDIO MODE ......................................................................................... 120
7-17. EMB. AUDIO OUT STATUS................................................................................................ 120
7-18. HDMI AUDIO OUT STATUS................................................................................................ 120
7-19. AES / ANALOG AUDIO OUT STATUS................................................................................ 121
7-20. MADI AUDIO OUTPUT STATUS......................................................................................... 121
7-21. Dante OUTPUT STATUS..................................................................................................... 122
7-22. FAN / DC POWER / TEMP. STATUS.................................................................................. 122
7-23. VERSION INFO. .................................................................................................................. 122
7-24. MAIN UNIT INFO. ................................................................................................................ 123
7-25. Option Information................................................................................................................ 123
8. Event Memory ................................................................................................................................. 124
8-1. Items Not Stored in Event Memory........................................................................................ 125

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9. Installing Windows GUI Software.................................................................................................... 126
9-1. System Requirements............................................................................................................ 126
9-2. Installing Windows GUI Software........................................................................................... 126
10. Processor Control GUI Launcher .................................................................................................. 127
10-1. Installing the GUI Launcher ................................................................................................. 127
10-2. Starting Processor Control GUI Launcher ........................................................................... 127
10-3. Registering FA-9600 Units................................................................................................... 128
10-4. Changing Unit Information ................................................................................................... 128
10-5. Deleting FA-9600 from the List ............................................................................................ 129
11. Starting Windows GUI / Web GUI ................................................................................................. 130
11-1. Difference between Windows GUI and Web GUI................................................................ 130
11-2. Starting Windows GUI.......................................................................................................... 130
11-3. Starting the Web GUI........................................................................................................... 131
11-3-1. Using the Processor Control GUI Launcher ................................................................. 131
11-3-2. Using a Web Browser................................................................................................... 132
11-3-3. Control Icons and Operational Tips.............................................................................. 132
11-3-4. Alarm Indicators and Messages ................................................................................... 133
12. Windows GUI / Web GUI Operation.............................................................................................. 134
12-1. Main Unit.............................................................................................................................. 134
12-1-1. Selecting MU Modes..................................................................................................... 134
12-1-2. Verifying / Changing Device (Unit) and FS Names ...................................................... 135
12-2. Video Settings...................................................................................................................... 136
12-2-1. Input Select................................................................................................................... 137
12-2-2. Synchronizer 1 and 2.................................................................................................... 140
12-2-3. Converter 1-2................................................................................................................ 142
12-2-3-1. If Format Convert Selected (FA-96UDC) .............................................................. 143
12-2-3-2. If Delay Selected ................................................................................................... 145
12-2-3-3. If Resize Selected (Converter 1 only in Simul 4K/HD or 3D-LUT)........................ 146
12-2-3-4. If Detail 1 Selected (Converter 1 only in Simul 4K/HD or 3D-LUT)....................... 148
12-2-3-5. If Detail 2 Selected (Converter 1 only in Simul 4K/HD or 3D-LUT)....................... 150
12-2-4. Color Processor Source Select..................................................................................... 151
12-2-5. Color Processor 1, 2..................................................................................................... 152
12-2-5-1. Input / Output Gamma / Color (Dynamic Range Conversion)............................... 155
12-2-5-2. Pre-process Amplifier/Post-process Amplifier....................................................... 158
12-2-5-3. Dynamic Range Gain ............................................................................................ 159
12-2-5-4. Differential Color Correct....................................................................................... 160
12-2-5-5. Pre-Balance Color Correct / Post-Balance Color Correct..................................... 161
12-2-5-6. RGB Clip / Knee.................................................................................................... 162
12-2-5-7. YCbCr Clip............................................................................................................. 163
12-2-5-8. Other...................................................................................................................... 164
12-2-5-9. Preset .................................................................................................................... 165
12-2-6. Ancillary Processor 1, 2................................................................................................ 166
12-2-6-1. If Multiplexer Selected........................................................................................... 166
12-2-6-2. If Time Code Selected:.......................................................................................... 169
12-2-7. Output Select................................................................................................................ 171
12-2-8. HDMI IN........................................................................................................................ 173
12-2-8-1. If Format Selected................................................................................................. 173
12-2-8-2. If Metadata Status Selected .................................................................................. 174
12-2-9. HDMI OUT.................................................................................................................... 175
12-2-9-1. If Format Selected................................................................................................. 175
12-2-9-2. If Metadata Selected ............................................................................................. 176
12-2-9-3. If Metadata Status Selected .................................................................................. 178
12-2-10. Timing Setting............................................................................................................. 179
12-2-11. LTC OUT Select (FA-96DIN4-CBL)............................................................................ 180

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12-2-12. Bypass........................................................................................................................ 180
12-2-13. Reference Select ........................................................................................................ 180
12-2-14. Ancillary Status........................................................................................................... 181
12-2-15. Video Status................................................................................................................ 181
12-3. Audio Settings...................................................................................................................... 182
12-3-1. Audio IN (FS 1 / FS 2 / AES / Option) .......................................................................... 183
12-3-1-1. Embedded Audio................................................................................................... 183
12-3-1-2. AES Audio ............................................................................................................. 184
12-3-1-3. Analog ................................................................................................................... 185
12-3-2. Source Select................................................................................................................ 186
12-3-3. Input Delay.................................................................................................................... 187
12-3-4. Sampling Rate Converter ............................................................................................. 188
12-3-5. Output Mapping ............................................................................................................ 189
12-3-6. Mono Sum/Downmix/Mute/Test Signal ........................................................................ 190
12-3-6-1. If Downmix 1 or Downmix 2 Selected.................................................................... 190
12-3-6-2. If Mono Sum Selected........................................................................................... 191
12-3-6-3. If Mute / Test Selected .......................................................................................... 192
12-3-7. Audio Gain (FS 1 / FS 2 / AES / Option) ...................................................................... 193
12-3-8. Audio Delay (FS 1 / FS 2 / AES / Option)..................................................................... 194
12-3-8-1. Embedded Audio................................................................................................... 194
12-3-8-2. AES / Analog / MADI / Dante Audio...................................................................... 195
12-3-9. Audio OUT (FS 1 / FS 2 / HDMI / Option) .................................................................... 196
12-3-9-1. Embedded Audio................................................................................................... 196
12-3-9-2. HDMI Audio........................................................................................................... 198
12-3-9-3. Analog Audio......................................................................................................... 198
12-3-9-4. MADI Audio ........................................................................................................... 199
12-3-10. Audio System.............................................................................................................. 200
12-3-10-1. Common Settings................................................................................................ 200
12-3-10-2. Analog Audio....................................................................................................... 201
12-3-10-3. Dante Audio......................................................................................................... 202
12-3-11. Input Status................................................................................................................. 203
12-3-11-1. Phase Status....................................................................................................... 204
12-3-12. Output Status.............................................................................................................. 204
12-4. GPI Settings......................................................................................................................... 205
12-4-1. GPI (Slot B or Slot C).................................................................................................... 205
12-4-2. GPI (Slot E)................................................................................................................... 207
12-5. Event Operation ................................................................................................................... 208
12-5-1. Start Up Event / Event Load / Event Save.................................................................... 209
12-5-2. Linkage Event............................................................................................................... 209
12-5-3. Event Save Limit (Web GUI)......................................................................................... 210
12-5-4. Event Import / Event Export (Web GUI) ....................................................................... 210
12-5-4-1. Importing / Exporting Events ................................................................................. 210
12-5-4-2. Uploading Linkage Events..................................................................................... 211
12-5-5. All Data (Web GUI)....................................................................................................... 213
12-6. Data Page (Web GUI).......................................................................................................... 214
12-6-1. LUT and GMT Files ...................................................................................................... 215
12-6-2. BIN (3D-LUT) File......................................................................................................... 216
12-7. Network Settings (Windows GUI) ........................................................................................ 217
12-8. Network Page (Web GUI) .................................................................................................... 218
12-8-1. Network Tab.................................................................................................................. 218
12-8-2. SNMP Tab .................................................................................................................... 219
12-8-3. SNMP Trap Tab............................................................................................................ 220
12-9. Status................................................................................................................................... 221
13. Event Data (CSV File)................................................................................................................... 223
13-1. Syntax and Rules................................................................................................................. 223

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13-2. Event Data Editing Example (Value Change)...................................................................... 223
13-3. Event Data Editing Example (Event Name Change) ........................................................... 224
13-4. Event Tally ........................................................................................................................... 225
13-4-1. Event Tally Setup (Web GUI) ....................................................................................... 225
13-4-2. Tally Format.................................................................................................................. 226
13-5. FA-9600 Event Editor........................................................................................................... 227
14. SNMP Monitoring .......................................................................................................................... 230
14-1. SDI Video Status Information Examples.............................................................................. 233
14-2. HDMI Video Status Information Examples........................................................................... 234
14-3. SFPC4 Video Status Information Examples........................................................................ 234
15. Specifications and Dimensions ..................................................................................................... 235
15-1. Specifications....................................................................................................................... 235
15-2. External Dimensions............................................................................................................ 239
Appendix 1: Video Format Conversions.............................................................................................. 240
Appendix 1-1: Available Conversions on Converter 1 (FS1) ........................................................ 240
Appendix 1-2: Available Conversions on Converter 2 (FS2) ........................................................ 245
Appendix 1-3: Output Delay and Phase in Converter Minimum Delay Mode............................... 249
Appendix 2: Event Data List................................................................................................................ 254

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1. Prior to Starting
1-1. Overview
The FA-9600 multi-purpose signal processor provides dual channel SD/HD frame synchronizer,
with optionally supporting UHD 4K signals through Quad-Link 3G-SDI (*1,*2), Single-Link 12G-SDI
(*1)and HDMI 2.0 (*1) interfaces.
More than a basic frame synchronizer, the FA-9600 is equipped with various converting capabilities
including up-/down-conversions (*3). A newly developed color processing circuit supports the latest
gamut and dynamic range specifications, and allows to interchange various video signals. Offering
a wide range of audio processing, core features of remapping and gain adjustment.
The FA-9600 can be expanded by adding optional cards that make it an ideal standalone solution
at transmission centers, in mobile production trucks, production studios, news stations, and other
nonlinear editing and playout production environments.
(*1)FA-964K required
(*2) FA-96EX3G44-R required
(*3) FA-96UDC required
FA-9600 front and rear panels
1-2. Key Features
➢Dual channel signal processor (FS) with 2 inputs and 4 outputs for each
➢FA-964K option allows 4K/60p signals processing in either one of two FS channels
➢Optional cards allow the latest 12G-SDI interface (*1)and support from SD to 4K/60p (*2)
➢HDMI ports as standard for various connectivity purposes
➢New Color Processor
ITU-R BT.2020 (WCG) and ITU-R BT.709 processing and conversion.
Various HDR/ SDR EOTF and OETF reduce differences with external devices.
Custom EOTF / OETF log curves and color space data upload from computer
Dynamic Range conversion for Display light, OOTF (HLG) (*4)
SR-Live for HDR (*5) supported conversion (*4)
➢Optional FA-96UDC converter
Up-/down-/IP-conversions (*3), ranging from SD to HD/4K (*2)
SQD / 2SI (*2,*3) and 3G-SDI Level-A/B (*3)conversion
4K conversion between Single-, Dual- and Quad-Link SDI signals (Gearbox) (*2, *6)
➢Robust frame synchronizer with audio and SDI error correction
➢Control operation using GUI software (full), web browser, Ember+ and external commands,
and SNMP monitoring (Support planned in the future)
➢3D-LUT control via WonderLookPro (TV Logic) (3D-LUT mode only) (*4)
➢Miscellaneous options
-Digital audio input/output expansion card / Digital audio expansion cable
-Analog audio expansion
-MADI audio expansion
POWER
EVENT
LOCK
FS2
FS1
F4F3F2
UNITYUNITYUNITYUNITY
F1
GENLOCK
DC POWER
FAN ALARM
ON/OFFDISP
FA-9600
OPTION
MAPPING
CLIP
DELAY
OUTPUT
DWN MIX
CC
STATUSSYSTEM
GAIN
ANC
AES
INPUT
HDR/WCG
VIDEO
AUDIO
EMB
PROC
ANALOG
SETUP
FRAME SYNCHRONIZER
ON
OFF
AC100-240V 50/60Hz IN
12
IN2 OUT2a OUT2b IN1 OUT1a OUT1b
IN OUT 1/2 7/85/63/4
3G/HD/SD-SDILAN 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI GENLOCK IN HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO IN/OUT
B DA C
E
(SLOT A)
(SLOT B)
(SLOT C)

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-Dante audio expansion
-3G-SDI input/output expansion
-12G-SDI 6-output expansion
-SFP cage card for 4 modules
-Redundant power supply system
-GPI input/output card / GPI expansion cable
- LTC input/output expansion cable
(*1)SD/HD and 3G-SDI if FA-964K is not installed.
(*2) FA-964K required
(*3) FA-96UDC required
(*4)FA-96AHDR (if FA-9600 firmware version is less than 3.0) or
FA-96AHDR2 (if FA-9600 firmware version is 3.0 or higher) required
(*5)SR-Live for HDR is a high quality and efficient live product workflow provided by SONY
(*6) FA-96EX3G44-R or FA-96SFPC4 required for Quad Link input.
1-3. Three MU Main Mode
FA-9600 units have two processing systems (FS1 and FS2) and three MU Main mode:
Simultaneous 4K/HD, Dual HD and 3D-LUT. Available functions vary depending on the Mu Main
mode. See Sec. 7-10 “MU OPERATION” and Secs 5-20 to 5-25.
-Simultaneous 4K/HD mode
FS1 supports SD, HD and 4K signals with a full-featured converter.
FS2 supports SD and HD signals with a restricted converter
-Dual HD mode
FS1 supports SD and HD signals with a full-featured converter.
FS2supports SD and HD signals with a full-featured converter.
- 3D-LUT mode (FA-96AHDR or FA-96AHDR2 required)
FS1 supports SD, HD and 4K signals with a full-featured converter and can convert color space
and dynamic range (between SDR and HDR) using 3D-LUT.
FS2is disabled.
* Converter function requires FA-96UDC.
* UHD 4K operation requires FA-964K.
*3D-LUT mode (FA-9600 Version 3.0 or higher) requires FA-96AHDR or FA-96AHDR2.
*SR-Live for HDR function requires FA-96AHDR2 optional software.
1-4. Notice on Overheat Protection
◆If temperature is close to the limit, a warning message is displayed
If FA-9600 internal temperature is close to the upper limit of allowed operating range, a warning
message is displayed on the front panel, Windows GUI and Web GUI. (The message will disappear
if the temperature goes down to normal level.)
◆If temperature exceeds the limit, FA-9600 stops operation and signal output
If FA-9600 internal temperature exceeds the upper limit of allowed operating range, the FA-9600
stops operation and signal output and displays an alert message that it stops operation due to the
overheat protection, on the front panel, Windows GUI and Web GUI, until it is restarted.
In such cases, power off the FA-9600 and verify that air vents are not obstructed and whether the
environment is causing the overheating. Wait for the device temperature to go down, then turn on
the power.

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1-5. Connection Example (Video Input / Output)
1-5-1. 4K In / HD Out + HD In / HD Out
Set MU Operation Mode to Simultaneous 4K/HD. (See 7-10. “MU OPERATION.”)
Input a 4K video into FS1, change to HD in Converter1 (Proc. 1) and distribute to two outputs.
Input an HD video into FS2, send to Converter2 (Proc. 2) and distribute to two HD outputs.
Refer to Example 1 and Example 3 in Sec. 4-3. “Converter: HD<->4K”for how to set menu
settings.
If 4K Input is 12G-SDI Single Link:
If 4K Input is 3G-SDI Quad Link (FA-96EX3G44-R option card required):
(FS2 (Proc. 2) is also available.)
1-5-2. HD In / 4K Out
Set MU Operation Mode to Simultaneous 4K/HD. (See 7-10. “MU OPERATION.”)
Input an HD video into FS1, change to 4K in Converter1 (Proc. 1) and distribute to three
outputs using 12G-SDI Single Link and 3G-SDI Quad Link (FA-96EX3G44-R required).
3G-SDI Quad Link Output 12G-SDI Single Link Output (2-distribution)
Simul output of 12G-SDI Single Link and 3G-SDI Quad Link (FA-96EX3G44-R required)
(3-distribution)
AC100-240V 50/60Hz IN
12
IN2 OUT2a OUT2b IN1 OUT1a OUT1b
IN OUT 1/2 7/85/63/4
3G/HD/SD-SDILAN 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI GENLOCK IN HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO IN/OUT
B DA C
E
FS2
(Proc.2)
FS1
(Proc.1)
AC100-240V 50/60Hz IN
12
IN2 OUT2a OUT2b IN1 OUT1a OUT1b
IN OUT 1/2 7/85/63/4
3G/HD/SD-SDILAN 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI GENLOCK IN HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO IN/OUT
B DA C
E
1234
FS1
(Proc.1)
AC100-240V 50/60Hz IN
12
IN2 OUT2a OUT2b IN1 OUT1a OUT1b
IN OUT 1/2 7/85/63/4
3G/HD/SD-SDILAN 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI GENLOCK IN HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO IN/OUT
B DA C
E
3412
FS1
(Proc.1)
AC100-240V 50/60Hz IN
12
IN2 OUT2a OUT2b IN1 OUT1a OUT1b
IN OUT 1/2 7/85/63/4
3G/HD/SD-SDILAN 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI GENLOCK IN HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO IN/OUT
B DA C
E
FS1
(Proc.1)
AC100-240V 50/60Hz IN
12
IN2 OUT2a OUT2b IN1 OUT1a OUT1b
IN OUT 1/2 7/85/63/4
3G/HD/SD-SDILAN 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI GENLOCK IN HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO IN/OUT
B DA C
E
1234
FS1
(Proc.1)

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2. Panel Descriptions
2-1. Front Panel
No
Name
Description
1
Power switch
Turns unit ON / OFF.
2
Color LCD panel
Displays menus and enters operational settings
3
Alarm display
FAN ALARM: Lit when a fan alarm occurs.
DC POWER: Lit when FA-96PS is installed and DC power error
occurs.
GENLOCK: Lit when an external reference signal is present.
4
DISP button
Switches the LCD panel display mode between Menu and Video.
Pressing the button displays the input video on the front panel
display (No. 2). To return to menu mode, repress the button.
See Sec. 3-3. “Displaying Input Video on the Front Panel”for
details on Input Video View mode.
5
ON/OFF button
Turns the LCD panel display on/off.
Turn OFF the LCD display while unused. This will extend the life
of your LCD panel. Time out period can also be set, allowing you
to automatically turn off the LCD display when no panel operation
is detected for this period.
6
F1-F4 control knobs
UNITY buttons
Sets menu parameters by turning the control knobs.
UNITY buttons allow you to reset parameters to their default
values.
7
Arrow buttons
Single
Selects a menu.
(The arrows light to indicate movable directions.)
Double
Selects a menu category.
(The arrows light to indicate movable directions.)
8
Menu buttons
Displays the top menu in each menu category on the LCD panel
by pressing a button.
9
FS1 button
FS2 button
Selects between FS1 and FS2.
10
LOCK button
Locks the front panel operation.
To lock the front panel, press and light the LOCK button.
To release the panel lock, press and hold the lit LOCK button.
11
EVENT button
Changes mode to event memory.
12
USB slot
Do not use.
13
Air supply vents
Internal cooling fans prevent overheating. Do not block the front,
rear or side vents with other equipment or objects.
* Install your FA-9600 unit in places where the LCD panel display can be correctly seen at the right
angle, due to viewing angle problems caused by LCD systems. Installing the unit into a rack in a too-
high position and viewing the screen from below may change contrast ratio and color values and distort
menus, depending on the viewing angle.
POWER
EVENT
LOCK
FS2
FS1
F4F3F2
UNITYUNITYUNITYUNITY
F1
GENLOCK
DC POWER
FAN ALARM
ON/OFFDISP
FA-9600
OPTION
MAPPING
CLIP
DELAY
OUTPUT
DWN MIX
CC
STATUSSYSTEM
GAIN
ANC
AES
INPUT
HDR/WCG
VIDEO
AUDIO
EMB
PROC
ANALOG
SETUP
FRAME SYNCHRONIZER
ON
OFF
3
13
1
2
6
9
8
7
10
4
9
5
11
12

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2-2. Rear Panel
No
Name
Description
1
12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI
IN 1
OUT 1a/1b
SDI video input and output, supporting transmission rates of
270 Mbps to 12 Gbps. (BNC)
6G/12G-SDI supported with FA-964K option.
Up to 3G-SDI supported without FA-964K
2
3G/HD/SD-SDI
IN 2
OUT 2a/2b
SDI video input and output, supporting transmission rates of
270 Mbps to 3 Gbps. (BNC)
Bypassing relay from IN2 to OUT2a is possible when unit
power is off or via manual operation.
3
HDMI IN
HDMI OUT
HDMI input and output (Type-A connectors)
HDCP unsupported
4
GENLOCK IN
External reference signal input (BNC)
Input a corresponding Black Burst or Tri-level Sync signal.
5
DIGITAL AUDIO
IN/OUT
1/2 to 7/8
Digital audio input / output.
Input or output selectable per 2-port pair. (BNC)
6
LAN
Ethernet port supporting 100BASE-TX (RJ-45)
To control FA-9600 through Windows GUI, Web GUI or
remote control unit, use a network switch to expand LAN
ports.
7
SLOT-A
Option card installation slot for video expansion.
8
SLOT-B
Option card installation slot for audio expansion.
9
SLOT-C
Option card installation slot for audio expansion.
10
SLOT-D
Option card installation slot for control interface expansion.
11
SLOT E
Option card installation slot for control interface expansion
12
AC IN 1
AC power input. (100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz)
13
AC IN 2
AC power input when FA-96PS is installed.
(100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz)
14
Ground Terminal
Used to ground the unit to protect operators from static
electricity and/or electrical shock.
15
Air exhaust vents
Internal cooling fans prevent overheating. Do not block the
front, rear or side exhaust vents with other equipment or
objects.
AC100-240V 50/60Hz IN
12
IN2 OUT2a OUT2b IN1 OUT1a OUT1b
IN OUT 1/2 7/85/63/4
3G/HD/SD-SDILAN 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI GENLOCK IN HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO IN/OUT
B DA C
E
9
8
7
15
12
13
1
3
4
5
6
14
10
2
11
(SLOT A)
(SLOT B)
(SLOT C)

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2-3. Option Slots
The FA-9600 can be upgraded by installing optional modules into Slots A to C.
Install option cards into the correct slots since available slots are defined depending on the option
type cards as shown below.
FA-9600 option list
Product name
Description
Slot
FA-96PS
Power supply option to enable redundant power supply
mode.
-
FA-964K
Allows you to process 4K video signals.
(Software)
FA-96UDC
Allows you to perform up-, down- and cross conversions.
(Software)
FA-96AHDR2
Allows you to use advanced color imaging features such as
HDR (High Dynamic Range) and WCG (Wide Color Gamut).
(Software)
FA-96EX3G44-R
Allows you to expand 3G/HD/SD-SDI input/output.
A
FA-96EX12G06
Allows you to add 6 outputs of 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI.
A
* FA-96SFPC4
4-cage card for SFP modules
A
FA-96AES-UBL
Allows you to expand digital audio input/output.
B
FA-96AES-UBLC
Allows you to expand digital audio input/output.
B or C
* FA-96ANA-AUD
Balanced analog audio 4-In 4-Out card
B
FA-96MADI
Allows you to add MADI interface.
B
FA-96DNT
Allows you to add Dante interface.
B
FA-96GPI
Allows you to add a GPI interface (10-input/10-output)
B or C
FA-96DIN4-CBL
Allows you to expand LTC input/output (1-input/1-output)
D
FA-96DB9-CBL
Allows you to add a GPI interface (7 input or output)
E
* Note that FA-96SFPC4 and FA-96ANA-AUD options cannot be installed together.
2-3-1. FA-96EX3G44-R (SDI I/O Expansion)
SDI expansion card that supports 4-input/4-output 3G/HD/SD-SDI and allows relay bypass.
Install the card to Slot A.
2-3-2. FA-96EX12G06 (12G-SDI Output Expansion)
SDI output expansion card that supports 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI. Up to 6 outputs can be
added.
Install the card to Slot A.

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2-3-3. FA-96SFPC4 (4-Cage Card for SFP Modules)
Cage (connector ) card that can install up to 4 SFP or SFP+ (Small Form Factor Pluggable)
modules. Install the card to Slot A.
NOTE
SFP/SFP+ modules are not supplied. Please prepare modules for yourself and consult your
FOR-A supplier for more details.
The installed module information is displayed on the Status page in the Windows GUI or Web
GUI. (See Sec. 12-9. “Status.”)
The following Embrionix SFP modules have been tested and approved and are ready for use.
I/O
SFP module
Module type
Rx (IN1-2/IN3-4)
EB12LC2R-MN-P-PA
12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI
Dual
receiver
SFP
optical
EB60LC2R-MN2-P
3G/HD/SD-SDI
Tx (OUT1-2/OUT3-4)
EB12LC2T-SN-13D
12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI
Dual
trans-
mitter
SFP
optical
EB60LC2T-MN2-13F
3G/HD/SD-SDI
Use Singlemode fiber optic cables with LC connectors. For more details, visit Embrionix
website (https://www.embrionix.com/)
2-3-4. FA-96AES-UBL and 96AES-UBLC (Audio Expansion)
AES/EBU (digital) audio expansion card and cable that can add 4 ports respectively. Install a
card into Slot B and a cable into Slot B or C.
Installing an FA-96AES-UBL card adds 4 ports (8 channels) for input or output. Input or
output can be selected per 2 ports (4 channels) in the AES TERMINAL IN/OUT SET menu
(see Sec. 6-18) in the same manner as standard AES ports.
Installing an FA-96AES-UBLC cable adds 4 ports (8 channels) for output and sets all
standard AES ports to input.
FA-96AES-UBL (Expansion card) FA-96AES-UBLC (Expansion cable)
Installed AES card/cable
Input / Output
Total number of
channels
Standard AES
-
-
I/O selectable per 4 channels
8
Standard AES
UBL
-
I/O selectable per 4 channels
16
Standard AES
-
UBLC
Std AES: 8-ch input, UBLC: 8-ch output
16
Standard AES
UBL
UBLC
Std AES: 8-ch input, UBLC: 8-ch output
UBL: I/O selectable per 4 channels
24
SFP Tx3/4Tx1/2Rx4/3Rx2/1
1/2 3/4 5/6 7/8
DIGITAL AUDIO IN/OUT
3/4 5/6 7/81/2 DIGITAL AUDIOOUT