
Specifications Ordering Information
42 8900GEN-SM GeckoFlex Reference Input Submodule
The 8900GEN-SM submodule attaches to a synchronizer module and provides a reference input for:
•Thehostsynchronizermodule
•OtherGeckoFlexmodulesviatheframereferencebus(ifthemoduleismountedinslot1orslot3)
A second submodule attached to another GeckoFlex host module can provide a redundant frame reference
or a reference of a completely different signal format.
NOTE: At least one module per frame must have a genlock submodule installed to provide reference bus support.
For detailed specifications, installation, and setup
instructions see:
www.grassvalley.com/docs/modular
Genlock Reference Supported Formats:
•NTSC29.97HzandPAL25Hzcolorblack(black
and burst)
•1080i59.94Hztri-levelsync
•720p59.94Hztri-levelsync
•1080i50Hztri-levelsync
•720p50Hztri-levelsync
•1080p24Hztri-levelsync
•1080sf24Hztri-levelsync
•AES48kHzsignalandAES96kHzsignals
•WordClock48kHzandWordClock96kHz
Power Rating
0.7 Watts – single slot
8900GEN-SM
Reference input submodule. This submodule mounts
to the synchronizer to provide reference input for the
frame reference bus. It is not required for 8985PRC
module operation.