Specifications Ordering Information
J1 J2
J3 J4
J5 J6
J7 J8
J9 J10
NTSC/PAL
Input
SDI
Output
SDI
Output
SDI
Output
Not
Used
SDI
Output
Delay
Data
625
Reference
Input
525
Reference
Input
Loopthru
8900V-R
Micro-
processor
Decoder
12-bit
ADC
Optional
Frame Sync
Submodule
EDH
Insertion
Test
Signal
Generator
Analog
Filter
RS-232
Audio Delay
LEDs
Reference
SDI
Remote
10-bit SDI
Local
Controls
NTSC/PAL
Loopthrough
72
This module can be mounted in a GeckoFlex
frame when ordered with the 8900V-R GeckoFlex
Video rear.
8960DEC
NTSC/PAL to SDI decoder
Featuring 12-bit A-to-D and adaptive decoding,
the 8960DEC provides broadcast-quality serial
component digital video to help transition
from an analog to a digital facility. A unique
capability of the 8960DEC is that by adding the
8900FSS frame sync sub-module you get a full
frame synchronizer or a frame delay.
Key Features
12-bit A-to-D quantization•
VBI data line processing•
Adaptive filters for optimal 2D decoding•
Proc. amp controls for luma, black,•
chroma, and hue
EDH insertion to track signal errors•
Frame sync/delay submodule for low-cost•
system timing
Picture positioning adjustments•
Reference signal inputs with removable•
terminations to allow looping
Built-in test signal generator•
Remote control via frame Ethernet I/F•
Supported Frame Types
GeckoFlex with 8900V-R GeckoFlex Video rear module,
Gecko video frames: 8900TX-V, 8900TF-V, 8900TFN-V
Power Rating
6.5 Watts – single slot
Input
Signal type: Compositeanalogvideo;SMPTE170M
for NTSC and CCIR624 for PAL
Connector: High Z differential loop-through BNC
Return loss: >40 dB to 5.5 MHz
CMR: 60 dB @ 50/60 Hz
Reference Input
Number of inputs: Two
Signal type: SMPTE 170M (525 lines) or
CCIR624 (625 lines)
Connector: BNC
Impedance: 75Ω or High Z (jumper-selectable) allows
external looping
Return loss: >40 dB to 5 MHz
Output
Number of outputs: Four
Signal type: Serial component digital video
conforming to SMPTE 259M
Connector: 75Ω BNC
Return loss: >15 dB to 270 MHz
Rise/fall times: 700 to 900 ps (20% to 80%
amplitude)
Performance
Quantization: 12-bit
Processing accuracy: 10-bit
Luma frequency response: ±0.1 dB to 5.5 MHz
Chroma (r-Y, B-Y) response: ±0.5 dB to 1.3 MHz
Chroma/luma delay: <10 ns
Luma non-linearity: <0.15%
Signal-to-noise ratio: >60 dB to 5.5 MHz
Electrical length: One line + 2 µs
V blanking: Passed or blanked user-selectable
dataline processing
Operating temperature: 0° to 45°C, ambient
Relative humidity: 0% to 90% non-condensing
Indicators and Controls
Indicators: Input video present, fault, power, line rate
Controls: Input video gain, luma level, black level,
chroma level, hue, filters, vertical blanking, test signal,
output timing (w/8900FSS)
Remote: All controls and indicators via Ethernet
8960DEC NTSC/PAL to SDI Decoder
For detailed specifications, installation, and setup
instructions see:
www.grassvalley.com/docs/modular
