
Specifications Ordering Information
J1 J2
J3 J4
J5 J6
J7 J8
J9 J10
8900V-R
SDI
Input 1
SDI
Input 2
SDI
Input 3
SDI
Input 4
Reference
Input
Loopthru
SDI
Output 1
SDI
Output 2
SDI
Output 3
SDI
Output 4
SDI 1 Timing
Timing
Timing
Timing
SDI In
SDI In
SDI In
SDI In
Reference
Looping
Reference Input
SDI 2
SDI 3
SDI 4
SDI 1
VBI
VBI
VBI
VBI
SDI 2
SDI 3
SDI 4
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This module can be mounted in a GeckoFlex
frame when ordered with the 8900V-R GeckoFlex
Video rear module.
8964FS
Four-channel SDI frame synchronizer
The 8964FS provides a very compact and
low-cost alternative to the 8981FS by providing
four complete SDI frame synchronizers. Using
the latest technology enables the 8964FS to
achieve unsurpassed density, providing 40 full
featured frame synchronizers in just 2 RU. This
module can also operate in a fixed delay mode
with no reference required. In either mode,
the output can be phased relative to input
or reference up to one frame in increments
of 37 ns. All adjustments can be performed
on the module’s card edge controls. The on-
screen display capability greatly simplifies
card-edge configuration.
Key Features
Four 270 Mb/s frame synchronizers•
One output per input•
Looping color black reference input•
Automatic 525/625 lines selection•
Output timing locked to reference input•
and adjustable in 37 ns steps over a full
frame
Passes or blanks horizontal ancillary data•
(HANC)
Passes or blanks vertical interval ancillary•
data (VANC)
Monitors its input signals for EDH errors•
Inserts new EDH on output•
Hot swappable•
Freeze mode•
On-screen display simplifies local•
configuration and control
Compatible with Ethernet-based Newton•
control system
Supported Frame Types
GeckoFlex with 8900V-R GeckoFlex Video rear module,
Gecko video frames: 8900TX-V, 8900TF-V, 8900TFN-V
Power Rating
8 Watts – single slot
Inputs
Number of inputs: Four, one for each synchronization
path
Signal type: SMPTE 259M, 10-bit, 270 Mb/s serial
component digital
Connector: Terminating 75Ω BNC
Return loss: >15 dB to 270 MHz
Reference Input
Number of inputs: One NTSC/PAL
Signal type: Color Black, SMPTE 170M (525 lines) or
CCIR624 (625 lines)
Return loss: >36 dB to 5 MHz
Output
Number of outputs: Four, one for each synchronizer
Signal type: SMPTE 259M, 10-bit, 270 Mb/s serial
component digital
Connector: Terminating 75Ω BNC
Return loss: >15 dB to 270 MHz
Performance
Signal path: 10-bit
Error detection and insertion: EDH
Min. electrical length (delay mode):
•525lines:5lines+55.22µs
•625lines:4lines+55.90µs
Output timing range: One frame
Output timing resolution: 37 ns
Operating temperature: 0° to 45°C
Operating humidity range: 0% to 90% non-
condensing
Indicators and Controls
Indicators: Input video present, reference present,
communication active, power, fault
Controls: Vertical blanking, sync/delay modes, test
signal, EDH, OSD
Remote: All indicators and controls via Ethernet
8964FS Four-Channel SDI Frame Synchronizer
For detailed specifications, installation, and setup
instructions see:
www.grassvalley.com/docs/modular