Kramer SG-6006 User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
SG-6006
Genlock Multistandard SPG / SDI / AUDIO Generator

Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 1
3Overview 3
3.1 Recommendations for Best Performance 3
4Defining the SG-6006 Genlock Multistandard SPG/SDI/Audio Generator 3
5Installing the SG-6006 in a Rack 6
6Connecting the SG-6006 7
7Using the SG-6006 8
7.1 Operating the SG-6006 8
7.2 Locking the Front Panel 10
7.3 Remotely Operating the SG-6006 via RS-232 10
8Technical Specifications 11
Figures
Figure 1: SG-6006 Front and Rear Panels 4
Figure 2: Connecting the SG-6006 Genlock Multistandard SPG/SDI/Audio Generator 7
Figure 3: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter 11
Tables
Table 1: SG-6006 Front and Rear Panel Features 5
Table 2: The SG-6006 Menu 9
Table 3: Technical Specifications of the SG-6006 11

Introduction
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of
problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting
professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded
most of our line, making the best even better! Our 1,000-plus different models now
appear in 11 groups1
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer SG-6006 Genlock Multistandard
SPG
that are clearly defined by function.
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•Studio master genlock for one stable source
/SDI/Audio Generator which is ideal for:
•Black or color bar reference for professional video cameras that need a stable
reference
•Use as a test and alignment tool for professional video/audio equipment
•Use as a color bar generator as filler for recording in a duplication studio
Each package includes the following items:
•SG-6006 Genlock Multistandard SPG/SDI/Audio Generator
•Power cord, rack “ears” and Null-modem adapter
•Windows®-based Kramer control software3
•This user manual
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2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
•Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging
materials for possible future shipment
•Review the contents of this user manual
•Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables5
2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4:
Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7: Scan
Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack
Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Products
2 Sync Pulse Generator
3 Downloadable from http://www.kramerelectronics.com
4 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from http://www.kramerelectronics.com
5 The complete list of Kramer cables is available from http://www.kramerelectronics.com

Getting Started
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Overview
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3 Overview
The SG-6006 is a broadcast quality, multi-standard SPG (Sync Pulse Generator)
with black burst, color bar, and audio tone outputs. It has eight composite video
and four SDI outputs on BNC connectors. The analog video outputs—and the four
SDI outputs—can be configured as either a black burst or a color bar signal.
In particular, the SG-6006:
•Has audio outputs available in AES 75Ω(AES-3id) and AES-EBU digital
formats, as well as in unbalanced and balanced analog audio formats
•Has balanced audio and AES/EBU outputs on XLR connectors, AES 75Ω
(AES-3id), SDI and composite video outputs on BNC connectors, and
unbalanced audio outputs on RCA connectors. All outputs are available
simultaneously
•Offers a choice of nine color bars (for video outputs), and you can set the
timing parameters, SCH and phase
•Features adjustments for the frequency and amplitude
•Features various options for SDI audio embedding
•Can be genlocked to an external composite video source via its looping input
with selectable termination
The SG-6006 is housed in a 19” 1U rack mountable enclosure, and is fed from a
100-240 VAC universal switching power supply.
The SG-6006 can be operated via the front panel buttons with an LCD and a user-
friendly menu, and remotely operated via the RS-232 interface1
3.1 Recommendations for Best Performance
.
To achieve the best performance:
•Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding interference,
deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels
(often associated with low quality cables)
•Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality and position your SG-6006 away from moisture,
excessive sunlight and dust
4 Defining the SG-6006 Genlock Multistandard SPG/SDI/Audio
Generator
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the front and rear panels of the SG-6006.
1 The Communication Protocol is available on request from Kramer support

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Figure 1: SG-6006 Front and Rear Panels

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Table 1: SG-6006 Front and Rear Panel Features
#
Feature
Function
1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF
2 SETUP / MENU
LCD Display Displays user interface messages and configuration menu items
3 MENU Button Press to open the menu (see Section 7.1
4 ) ENTER Button Press to load and save a set up, and enter the submenus
5 Button Press to decrease numerical values or select from several
definitions
6 Button Press to move down the menu list
7 Button Press to move up the menu list
8 Button Press to increase numerical values or select from several
definitions
9 GENLOCK Button Press to toggle between a genlocked generator and a free-
running generator1
When lit, the machine will “genlock” to a valid reference input.
When not lit, the timing of the generator is internally generated
(free-running)
10 PANEL LOCK Button Press and hold
2
11 to lock/unlock the front panel buttons
REFERENCE
INPUT BNC
Connector Connect a reference input for genlocking the machine
12 LOOP BNC
Connector Connect to an additional machine to loop the genlocking source
13 TERM Button When looping, release the TERM button
When not looping, terminate the line by pressing the button
14 ANALOG VIDEO OUTPUT BNC
Connectors Connect to the composite video acceptors (from 1 to 8)
15 SDI OUTPUT BNC Connectors Connect to the SDI acceptors (from 1 to 4)
16
AUDIO
OUTPUTS
AES 75
Ω
31+2
BNC
Connectors
Connect to an AES-3id digital audio acceptor (for channels 1
and 2)4
17 3+4 Connect to an AES-3id digital audio acceptor (for channels 3
and 4)4
18 AES/EBU
5
1+2
XLR
Connectors
Connect to an digital audio acceptor (for channels 1 and 2)
4
19 3+4 Connect to an digital audio acceptor (for channels 3 and 4)
4
20 ANALOG RCA
Connectors RIGHT Connect to an analog audio acceptor
21 LEFT
22 BALANCED
ANALOG XLR
Connectors
LEFT Connect to a balanced analog audio acceptor
23 RIGHT
24 RS-232 9-pin D-sub Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller
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25 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit
1 If a reference input is not connected, the GENLOCK button blinks when pressed
2 For about 3 seconds
3 Known in the industry as AES-3id
4 In accordance with the standard, the audio digital stream contains 2 audio channels
5 Known in the industry as AES3 Type I
6 Via a null-modem connection

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5 Installing the SG-6006 in a Rack
This section describes what to do before installing in a rack and how to rack
mount.

Connecting the SG-6006
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6 Connecting the SG-6006
Figure 2: Connecting the SG-6006 Genlock Multistandard SPG/SDI/Audio Generator
To connect1the SG-6006 Genlock Multistandard SPG/SDI/Audio Generator,as
illustrated in the example in Figure 2:
1. Connect the VIDEO OUTPUT BNC connectors to up to eight composite
video acceptors2
OUTPUT 1 to a non linear editor
, for example:
OUTPUT 6 to a studio camera
OUTPUT 8 to an input on the Kramer VS-808xl 8x8 Video / Audio Matrix
Switcher
1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your SG-6006. After connecting your SG-6006, switch on its power and
then switch on the power on each device
2 You do not have to connect all the outputs

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2. Connect the SDI OUTPUT BNC connectors to up to four SDI acceptors2(for
example, OUTPUT 1 to a non-linear editor).
3. Connect the AUDIO OUTPUTS as follows:
The LEFT and RIGHT ANALOG RCA connectors to an analog stereo
audio acceptor (for example, the audio input on the Kramer VS-808xl 8x8
Video / Audio Matrix Switcher)
The AES 75ΩBNC connectors (for channels 1+2 and 3+4) to AES 75Ω
(AES-3id) digital stereo audio acceptors1
The AES/EBU XLR connectors (for channels 1+2 and 3+4) to AES/EBU
digital audio acceptors1
The LEFT and RIGHT BALANCED ANALOG XLR connectors to an
analog balanced stereo audio acceptor1
4. If required1
A Genlock source to the REFERENCE INPUT BNC connector
, connect: 2
The LOOP BNC connector to the INPUT BNC connector of the next unit
in the line, and release the TERM button for looping
3
5. If required, connect a PC and/or controller to the RS-232 port (see
Section 7
6. Connect the power connector to the mains electricity ).
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7 Using the SG-6006
This section describes how to:
•Operate the SG-6006 (see Section 7.1
•Use front PANEL LOCK button (see ) Section 7.2
7.1 Operating the SG-6006
)
The SG-6006 can save and load up to 16 setups via the menu.
To use the menu, press the:
•MENU button to start or exit the menu
•ENTER to enter a submenu, load a setup, accept changes and reset to the
default settings
•and buttons to scroll through the menu and sub-menus
•and to increase or decrease numerical values or select from several
definitions of a setup
Upon exiting the menu, the SAVE SETTING AS item appears.
Table 2 defines the menu items.
1 Not illustrated in Figure 2
2 Press the GENLOCK button to toggle between a genlocked generator and a free-running generator
3 Pushed in terminates the input. Release when the input extends to another unit

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Table 2: The SG-6006 Menu
#
Menu Item
Submenu
Default Value
1 LOAD SETUP NUMBER … 1 to 16 (press ENTER to load)
2 SAVE SETTING AS SETTING NUMBER … 1 to 16 (press ENTER to save)
3 SET UP … FACTORY RESET Press ENTER to reset
4 SET VIDEO SIGNAL (enter submenu)
TEST SIGNAL COLOR BARS 75% COLOR BARS 75%
SPLIT BARS 75%
HORIZONTAL BARS 75%
INVERS HDR. BARS 75%
MULTIBURST 5.8
PULSE 2T AND BAR
VITS 330
TEST PATTERN 1
TEST PATTERN 2
SET STANDARD 525i NTSC 3.58 625i PAL 4.43
625i PAL 4.43
5 SET (enter submenu)
VIDEO OUTPUT CH 1 to CH 10 BLACK BURST BLACK BURST
TEST SIGNAL
6 SET … AUDIO TUNING (enter submenu)
CHANNEL L (1,3)
1
10Hz – 20000Hz (in 10Hz
steps)
Frequency 21000Hz
CHANNEL R (2,4)
3
10Hz – 20000Hz (in 10Hz
steps)
Frequency 21000Hz
ANALOG LEFT LEVEL
4
-19dBu (-25dBu) to
+12dBu (+6dBu)
-19dBu (-25dBu)
ANALOG LEFT CHANNEL SILENT, ACTIVE SILENT
ANALOG RIGHT LEVEL -19dBU (-25dBu) to
+12dBu (+6dBu) -19dBu (-25dBu)
ANALOG RIGHT CHANNEL SILENT, ACTIVE SILENT
DIGITAL 1 (L) LEVEL5-31dBFS to 0dBFS -31dBFS
DIGITAL 1 (L) CHANNEL
5
SILENT, ACTIVE SILENT
DIGITAL 2 (R) LEVEL6-31dBFS to 0dBFS -31dBFS
DIGITAL 2 (R) CHANNEL
6
SILENT, ACTIVE SILENT
DIGITAL 3 (L) LEVEL
5
-31dBFS to 0dBFS -31dBFS
DIGITAL 3 (L) CHANNEL
5
SILENT, ACTIVE SILENT
DIGITAL 4 (R) LEVEL
6
-31dBFS to 0dBFS -31dBFS
DIGITAL 4 (R) CHANNEL7SILENT, ACTIVE SILENT
1 (1, 3) refer to the ANALOG LEFT, and to the BALANCED ANALOG LEFT signals, respectively
2 To speed up the increase or decrease rate of the values, press the or buttons simultaneously with the ENTER button
3 (2, 4) refer to the ANALOG RIGHT, and to the BALANCED ANALOG RIGHT signals, respectively
4 The values without parentheses refer to the BALANCED ANALOG signals, the values in parentheses refer to the ANALOG signals
5 Refers to the left channel of the digital signal
6 Refers to the right channel of the digital signal
7 Refers to the right channel of the digital signal

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# Menu Item Submenu Default Value
CLICK IN LEFT CHANNELS
1
DISABLE, 1 SEC to 4
SEC
DISABLE
7 SET …GENLOCK (enter submenu)
FACTORY RESET Press ENTER to reset the
GENLOCK parameters
GENLOCK MODE HV only, HV and SC HV only
GENLOCK TIMING HORIZONTAL from -31968ns to
+31968ns (in 37ns steps)20
GENLOCK TIMING VERTICAL from -625 line to +625 line 0
GENLOCK EXTRA V SHIFT -1 frame, 0 frame, +1
frame 0 frame
GENLOCK SC PHASE SHIFT from -185°to +185°0
NON-GENLOCK or HVmode
SCHphase from -64°to +63°0
8 TEST 1 PROGRAMMING TEST 2 PROGRAMMING
9 ADDRESS OF machine First, Second First
7.2 Locking the Front Panel
To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via the
front panel buttons, lock your SG-6006. Unlocking releases the protection
mechanism.
To lock the SG-6006:
•Press the LOCK button for more than three seconds, until the LOCK button
lights
•The front panel is locked. Pressing a button will have no effect other than
causing the LOCK button to flash2
To unlock the SG-6006:
•Press the lit LOCK button for more than three seconds, until the LOCK button
no longer lights
The front panel unlocks
7.3 Remotely Operating the SG-6006 via RS-232
You can remotely operate the SG-6006 via RS-232 using a device such as a PC.
To connect a PC to the SG-6006 unit using the Null-modem adapter provided
with the machine (recommended):
•Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the SG-6006 unit to the
Null-modem adapter and connect the Null-modem adapter with a 9-wire flat
cable to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC
To connect a PC to the SG-6006 unit, without using a Null-modem adapter:
•Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub
1 Insert a pulse signal and select the pulse rate
2 Warning that you need to unlock to regain control via the front panel

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rear panel port on the Master SG-6006 unit, as illustrated in Figure 3
Female DB9 (From PC)
PIN 4 Connected to PIN 6
PINS 8, 7, 1 Connected together
If a Shielded cable is used, connect the shield to PIN 5
PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 (Ground)
PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2
PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3
Male DB9
Figure 3: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter
8 Technical Specifications
Table 3 includes the technical specifications.
Table 3: Technical Specifications1
INPUTS:
of the SG-6006
1 REF (genlock), looping on BNC connectors, 1Vpp/75Ω on BNC connectors with a
termination switch
OUTPUTS: 8 composite video on BNC connectors, globally configurable: black burst
0.3Vpp/75Ω (sync) or 1Vpp/75Ω max (color bar);
4 SDI SMPTE-259M, ITU-BT.601 on BNC connectors, 0.8Vpp/75Ω;
1 stereo balanced analog audio on 2 XLR connectors, 12dBu max;
1 unbalanced stereo analog audio on 2 RCA connectors, 6dBu max;
2 AES/EBU digital audio on XLR connectors, 0dBFS max;
2 AES 75Ω(AES-3id) digital audio on BNC connectors, 0dBFS max
VIDEO STANDARDS: PAL, NTSC
COLOR BAR: 8 selectable patterns
STABILITY: 1ppm
S/N RATIO: VIDEO: >73dB (black burst) AUDIO: 89dB
DIGITIZATION: VIDEO: 10 bits, 27MHz AUDIO: 20 bits, 48kHz
CONTROLS: VIDEO: black burst or test signal configuration
AUDIO: frequency out: 10Hz to 20kHz; audio analog range: 31dBu; audio digital
range: 31dBFS; each channel may be set to silent;
Control via front panel (OSD) and RS-232;
Buttons for genlock, panel lock, input termination
POWER SOURCE: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 10VA
DIMENSIONS: 48.3cm x 17.8cm x 4.4cm (19in x 7in x 1.8in) W, D, H rack mountable
WEIGHT: 2.5kg (5.5lbs) approx.
ACCESSORIES: Power cord, rack “ears” and Null-modem adapter
1 Specifications are subject to change without notice

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LIMITED WARRANTY
WHOISPROTECTED?
WHATISCOVEREDANDWHATISNOTCOVERED
WHATWEWILLPAYFORANDWHATWEWILLNOTPAYFOR
HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE
LIMITATIONOFIMPLIEDWARRANTIES
EXCLUSIONOFDAMAGES
CAUTION!
Kramer Electronics (hereafter ) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the
followingterms. Kramer
HOWLONGISTHE WARRANTY
Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase.
Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty.
Wewillpaylaborandmaterialexpensesforcovereditems.Wewillnotpayforthefollowing:
The liability of Kramer foranyeffective products is limited to the repair or replacement oftheproductat our option. Kramer shall
notbeliablefor:
Thiswarrantygivesyouspecificlegalrights,andyoumayalsohaveotherrights,whichvaryfromplace toplace.
AllproductsreturnedtoKramerforservicemusthavepriorapproval.Thismaybeobtainedfromyourdealer.
Thisequipmenthasbeentestedtodeterminecompliancewiththerequirementsof:
EN-50081: "Electromagneticcompatibility(EMC);
genericemissionstandard.
Residential,commercialandlightindustry"
EN-50082: "Electromagneticcompatibility(EMC)genericimmunitystandard.
Part1:Residential,commercialandlightindustryenvironment".
CFR-47: FCC Rules and Regulations:
Part 15: “Radio frequency devices
Subpart B Unintentional radiators”
Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The following are not covered
bythewarranty:
1. Any product which is not distributed by Kramer, or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer. If you are
uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized, please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site
www.kramerelectronics.com.
2. Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed, or on which the WARRANTY VOID
TAMPEREDstickerhasbeentorn,
3. Damage,deteriorationormalfunctionresultingfrom:
i) Accident,misuse,abuse, neglect, fire, water,lightningorotheractsofnature
ii) Productmodification,orfailuretofollowinstructionssuppliedwiththeproduct
iii) RepairorattemptedrepairbyanyonenotauthorizedbyKramer
iv) Anyshipmentoftheproduct(claimsmustbepresentedtothecarrier)
v) Removalorinstallationoftheproduct
vi) Anyothercause,whichdoesnotrelatetoaproductdefect
vii) Cartons,equipmentenclosures,cablesoraccessoriesusedinconjunctionwiththeproduct
1. Removalorinstallationscharges.
2. Costs of initial technical adjustments (set-up), including adjustment of user controls or programming. These costs are the
responsibilityoftheKramerdealerfromwhomtheproductwaspurchased.
3. Shippingcharges.
1. To obtain service on you product, you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center.
2. Whenever warranty service is required, the original dated invoice (or a copy) must be presented as proof of warranty
coverage, and should be included in any shipment of the product. Please also include in any mailing a contact name,
company, address, and a description of the problem(s).
3. For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center, consult your authorized dealer.
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to
the length of this warranty.
1. Damage tootherpropertycausedbydefectsinthisproduct,damagesbaseduponinconvenience,lossofuseoftheproduct,loss
oftime,commercialloss;or:
2. Any other damages,whether incidental,consequentialorotherwise. Some countries may not allowlimitationson howlongan
implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitationsandexclusionsmaynotapplytoyou.
Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician. Any user who makes changes or
modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the
equipment.
UsethesuppliedDCpowersupplytofeedpowertothemachine.
Pleaseuserecommendedinterconnectioncablesto connectthemachinetoothercomponents.
IF reattached,removedorotherwiseinterferedwith.
NOTE:
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Safety Warning:
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before
opening/servicing.