Kramer FC-113 User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Preliminary
USER MANUAL
Model:
FC-113
HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter

Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 2
3Overview 2
3.1 Recommendations for Best Performance 3
3.2 Accessory to Medical Equipment (IEC 60601-1) 3
4Defining the FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter 4
5Connecting the FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter 5
6Technical Specifications 6
Figures
Figure 1: FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter 4
Figure 2: Connecting the FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter 5
Tables
Table 1: FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter Features 4
Table 2: Technical Specifications of the FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter 6

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
Thank you for purchasing the Kramer DigiTOOLS®FC-113 HDMI to
SD/HD-SDI Converter, which is ideal for:
that are clearly
defined by function.
•Home theater, presentation and multimedia applications
•Rental and staging
•HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter for medical equipment
The package includes the following items:
•FC-113
•Power supply (5V DC)
•This user manual2
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 cables3
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers; 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 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is available from http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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Overview
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2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
3 Overview
The FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter is a high-performance format
converter for SDI (SMPTE 259M), HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M), and
3G HD-SDI (SMPTE 424M) signals. It converts an HDMI input to two
identical SDI video with embedded audio output signals. The FC-113 does
not perform frame rate or resolution conversion1
1 It has to receive an HD or SD signal to convert it to SD/HD-SDI signals
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Overview
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The FC-113 features:
•One HDMI input
•Two SD/HD-SDI/3G HD-SDI outputs on BNC connectors
•HDTV compatibility
•Active LED indicators on the front panel. Green indicates a standard
(SDI) definition and blue indicates a (HD-SDI) high-definition input
signal
•5V DC power
•Medical equipment compliance
3.1 Recommendations for Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
•Use only good quality connection cables1
•Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils
to avoid 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 Kramer FC-113
away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
3.2 Accessory to Medical Equipment (IEC 60601-1)
In the modern medical environment remote access is essential, for example,
to transfer clinical data between doctors and to train to medical students.
The FC-113 is certified according to the IEC 60601-1-2, Clause 2.1.3,
Medical Electrical Equipment, Part 1: General Requirements for Emc
standard which is required when accessory devices are used at locations
where medical personnel and patients are present.
The FC-113 constitutes an optional component that can be considered
necessary and suitable as part of medical equipment or for use as part of a
medical system to provide real time simultaneous video feeds to those
present at the local medical environment and at remote locations. In this
1 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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Defining the FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter
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environment, the FC-113 can be added to the system ONLY if the
connecting equipment has been evaluated and meets the IEC 60601-1-2
Emc standards. Note, that when attaching accessory devices to a digital or
analog interface, they must comply with the IEC standard for which they
are used: for medical equipment (IEC 60601-1-2), data processing
equipment (IEC 60950) and electromagnetic compatibility (IEC 61000-1).
4 Defining the FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter
Figure 1and Table 1define the FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter.
Figure 1: FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter
Table 1: FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter Features
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Feature
Function
1 HDMI IN Connector Connect to an HDMI source
2 SD/HD-SDI OUT 1 BNC Connector Connect to an SD or HD-SDI acceptor 1
3 SD/HD-SDI OUT 2 BNC Connector Connect to an SD or HD-SDI acceptor 2
4 5V DC +5V DC connector for powering the unit
5 SD/HD LED Lights green for an SD input signal and blue for an HD-SDI
input signal
6 IN LED Lights green to indicate an HDMI signal
7 ON LED Lights green when receiving power

Connecting the FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter
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5 Connecting the FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter
To connect1Figure 2the FC-113, as illustrated in :
1. Connect an HDMI source (for example, a video camera) to the HDMI
IN connector.
2. Connect the SD/HD-SDI OUT 1 connector to an acceptor (for example,
a non-linear editor).
3. Connect the SD/HD-SDI OUT 2 connector to a digital display.
4. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the
adapter to the mains electricity (not illustrated in Figure 2).
Figure 2: Connecting the FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter
1 Switch off the power on each device before connecting it to your FC-113. After connecting your FC-113, switch on its
power and then switch on the power on each device

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Technical Specifications
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6 Technical Specifications
The FC-113 technical specifications are shown in Table 2:
Table 2: Technical Specifications1
INPUT:
of the FC-113 HDMI to SD/HD-SDI Converter
1 HDMI connector
OUTPUTS: 2 SD/HD-SDI, 3G HD-SDI on BNC connectors
INPUT FORMATS: 525i, 625i
1080p @23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60
1080i @50/59.94/60
720p @50/59.94/60
OUTPUT FORMATS: SMPTE-259M/292M/424M
MAX DATA RATE: Up to 3Gbps
STANDARD COMPLIANCE: HDMI
INDICATOR LEDS: SD/HD, OUT, ON
POWER SOURCE: 5V DC, 470mA
DIMENSIONS: 12cm x 7.2cm x 2.4cm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.0") W, D, H
WEIGHT: 0.3kg (0.67lbs)
ACCESSORIES: Power supply
OPTIONS: 19” rack mount adapter
1 Specifications are subject to change without notice

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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com
E-mail: [e-mail]
P/N: 2900-000528 REV 6
For the latest information on our products and a list of
Kramer distributors visit www.kramerelectronics.com
where updates to this user manual may be found.
We welcome your questions, comments and feedback.
Caution
Safety Warning:
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before
opening/servicing.
P/N:
2900- 000528
Rev:
6