
Specifications Ordering Information
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J7 J8
J9 J10
Video
Output
Not
Used
SDI
Input
GPI
GPI
Loopthru
Output
Output
8900V-R
Reclocker
Reclocker
SDI
Outputs
Micro-
processor
Filter
GPI
Timing
Generator
Ethernet
Frame
Memory
Local
Controls
SDI Input
Loopthrough
This module can be mounted in a GeckoFlex
frame when ordered with the 8900V-R GeckoFlex
Video rear module.
8990ARC
SDI aspect ratio converter
The 8990ARC addresses the need to
convert between standard and widescreen
formats resulting from various DTV standards
worldwide. Flexible aspect ratio control is
offered whether you’re starting with 4:3 or
16:9. GPI control allows the selection of
several predetermined aspect ratio modes
while local or remote control, via the Ethernet
interface, provides more complete aspect
ratio control. Additional control modes include
WSS widescreen signaling and video index
data embedded in the SDI video stream.
Key Features
SDI 270 Mb/s I/O•
Operates at 50 and 59.94 Hz•
Converts between 4:3 and 16:9 aspect•
ratios
Various aspect ratio modes with•
controllable crop location
Simple GPI remote control via BNC•
Supports networked control and•
monitoring
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: SMPTE 259M-C, EBU 3267-E
Connector: Differential loop-through BNC
Supported data rate: 270 Mb/s
Return loss: >15 dB up to 270 MHz
Cable equalization: <225 meters
Output
Signal type: SMPTE 259M-C, EBU 3267-E
Number of outputs: Four
Connector: 75Ω BNC
Return loss: >15 dB (up to 270 Mb/s)
Performance
Signal path processing: 12-bit 16:9 to 4:3
Conversion mode:
•Letterbox:fullheight,14:9sub-image
•4:3to16:9conversionmode:sidepanels,fullwidth,
14:9 sub-image
EDH insertion: WSS and VID
Reclocking data rates: 270 Mb/s
Delay: 75 lines
Operating temperature: 0° to 45°C
Humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing
Indicators and Controls
Indicators: Video present, aspect ratio mode, fault,
power, communication active, configuration, remote
override
Controls: Aspect ratio mode, vertical and horizontal
position
Remote: All indicators and controls via Ethernet
For detailed specifications, installation, and setup
instructions see:
www.grassvalley.com/docs/modular
8990ARC SDI Aspect Ratio Converter