Kramer FC-331A User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Preliminary
USER MANUAL
Model:
FC-331A
SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter

Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 1
2.1Quick Start 2
3Overview 3
3.1About HDMI 3
3.2Recommendations for Best Performance 4
4Your FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter 4
5Connecting the FC-331A 6
6Technical Specifications 7
Figures
Figure 1: FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter 5
Figure 2: Connecting the FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter 7
Tables
Table 1: FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter Features 5
Table 2: Technical Specifications of the FC-331A 7

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 groups1that are clearly
defined by function.
Thank you for purchasing the Kramer FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to
HDMI/Audio Converter, which is ideal for:
•Professional broadcasting facilities
•Rental and staging
The package includes the following items:
•FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter
•Power cord2
•This user manual3
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 cables4
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 We recommend that you use only the power cord supplied with this device
3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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Getting Started
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2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.

Overview
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3 Overview
The FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio 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 SDI audio
and video signal to an HDMI output signal with the same resolution and
frame rate1and de-embeds the audio signal to balanced stereo line outputs.
The FC-331A features:
•One SD/HD/3G HD-SDI input on a BNC connector
•Two SDI loop outputs on BNC connectors
•One HDMI output
•HDTV compatibility
•Four-channel balanced stereo audio outputs on both XLR and
terminal block connectors. You can connect all eight connectors at
the same time, just one type of connector, or a mixture of both
•Automatic active input LED indicators on the front panel. Green
indicates a standard definition (SDI) input signal and blue
indicates a high-definition (HD-SDI) input signal
•100-240V AC universal power
3.1 About HDMI
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an uncompressed
all-digital2audio/video interface, widely supported in the entertainment and
home cinema industry. It delivers the highest high-definition image and
sound quality. Note that Kramer Electronics Limited is an HDMI Adopter
and an HDCP Licensee.
In particular, HDMI3:
•Provides a simple4 interface between any audio/video source, such
as a set-top box, DVD player, or AV receiver and video monitor,
such as a digital flat LCD/plasma television (DTV), over a single
1 No scaling is performed
2 Ensuring an all-digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digital-
to-analog conversions
3 HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
licensing LLC
4 With video and multi-channel audio combined into a single cable, the cost, complexity, and confusion of multiple cables
currently used in A/V systems is reduced

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Your FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter
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lengthy1cable
•Supports standard, enhanced, high-definition video, and multi-
channel digital audio2 on a single cable
•Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel
digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future
enhancements and requirements
•Benefits consumers by providing superior, uncompressed digital
video quality via a single cable3, and user-friendly connector
•Is backward-compatible with DVI (Digital Visual Interface)
•Supports two-way communication between the video source (such
as a DVD player) and the digital television, enabling new
functionality such as automatic configuration and one-button play
HDMI has the capacity to support existing high-definition video formats
(720p, 1080i, and 1080p/60), standard definition formats such as NTSC or
PAL, as well as 480i and 576i.
3.2 Recommendations for Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
•Use only good quality connection cables4to 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-331A away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
4 Your FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio
Converter:
1 HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m
2 HDMI supports multiple audio formats, from standard stereo to multi-channel surround-sound. HDMI has the capacity to
support Dolby 5.1 audio and high-resolution audio formats
3 HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a
simple, cost-effective manner
4 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

Your FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter
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Figure 1: FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter
Table 1: FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter Features
# Feature Function
1 OUT LED Illuminates green to indicate that a display is connected
2 SD/HD LED Illuminates green for an SD input signal and blue for an
HD-SDI input signal
3 ON LED Illuminates green when receiving power
4 AUDIO OUTPUTS (CHAN 1 to CHAN 4)
XLR Connectors Connect to a balanced audio acceptor (up to 4 channels)
5 SD/HD-SDI INPUT BNC Connector Connects to an SD or HD-SDI source
6 LOOP OUT 1, OUT 2 BNC Connectors Connects to an SD or HD-SDI acceptor
7 HDMI OUT Connector Connects to an HDMI acceptor
8 AUDIO OUTPUTS (CHAN 1 to CHAN 4)
Terminal Block Connectors Connect to a balanced audio acceptor (up to 4 channels)
9 SDI AUDIO GROUP SELECTOR Turn to select the SDI input group (0 to 7)
10 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit
11 Power Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF

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Connecting the FC-331A
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5 Connecting the FC-331A
To connect the FC-331A, as the example in Figure 2 illustrates, do the
following1:
1. Connect a digital video source (for example, a digital video player) to the
SD/HD-SDI IN connector.
2. Connectthe SD/HD-SDI LOOP OUT 1 connector to a digital acceptor
(for example, a digital display2).
3. Connect the HDMI OUT connector to an HDMI plasma display.
4. Connect the balanced AUDIO OUTPUT connectors (either the XLR
connectors on the front panel or the terminal block connectors on the rear
panel) to up to four channels of a balanced line-in device (for example, a
non-linear editor).
5. Using a small screwdriver, turn the SDI AUDIO GROUP SELECT rotary
switch to select an SDI stereo channel3from 0 to 7.
6. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the
adapter to the mains electricity (not illustrated in Figure 2).
1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your FC-331A. After connecting your FC-331A, switch on its
power and then switch on the power on each device
2 You can connect both LOOP OUT connectors to two digital acceptors
3 SDI audio is made up of 16 channels of audio information or 8 stereo pairs. Whereas most other devices access a group of
2-pairs, the FC-331A accesses a single pair out of a group for higher discrimination

Technical Specifications
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Figure 2: Connecting the FC-331A SD/HD-SDI to HDMI/Audio Converter
6 Technical Specifications
The FC-331A technical specifications are shown in Table 2:
Table 2: Technical Specifications1of the FC-331A
INPUT: 1 SD/HD-SDI, 3G HD-SDI on a BNC connector
OUTPUTS: 1 HDMI connector, 2 looping SD/HD-SDI, 3G HD-SDI on BNC
connectors, 4 balanced stereo audio on XLR connectors or 4 terminal
block connectors
MAX DATA RATE: Up to 2.97Gbps
STANDARD COMPLIANCE: HDMI
INDICATOR LEDS: SD/HD, OUT, ON
POWER SOURCE: 100-240V AC
DIMENSIONS 12cm x 7.2cm x 2.4cm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.0") W, D, H
WEIGHT: 0.3kg (0.7lbs)
ACCESSORIES: Power cord
OPTIONS: RK-1 19” rack 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 three years from the date of the first customer purchase.
Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty.
Wewillpaylaborandmaterialexpensesforcovereditems.Wewillnotpayforthefollowing:
The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Kramer shall
not beliable for:
Thiswarranty gives youspecific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which varyfrom place to place.
All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval. This may be obtained from your dealer.
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
by thewarranty:
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
TAMPERED sticker has been torn,
3. Damage, deterioration or malfunctionresulting from:
i) Accident,misuse,abuse,neglect,fire, water,lightningorotheractsofnature
ii) Productmodification,orfailuretofollowinstructionssuppliedwiththeproduct
iii) RepairorattemptedrepairbyanyonenotauthorizedbyKramer
iv) Anyshipmentoftheproduct(claimsmustbepresentedtothe carrier)
v) Removalorinstallationoftheproduct
vi) Anyothercause,whichdoesnotrelatetoaproductdefect
vii)Cartons,equipmentenclosures,cablesoraccessoriesusedinconjunctionwiththeproduct
1. Removal orinstallationscharges.
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. Damagetootherpropertycausedbydefectsinthisproduct,damagesbaseduponinconvenience,lossofuseoftheproduct,loss
oftime,commercialloss;or:
2. Any otherdamages, whether incidental,consequential or otherwise.Somecountries may notallow limitations onhow longan
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.
Usethe suppliedDCpowersupply to feed power tothe machine.
Pleaseuserecommended interconnection cablestoconnect themachine to other components.
IF reattached, removed or otherwise interfered with.
*FCCandCEapprovedusingSTPcable(fortwistedpairproducts)
NOTE:
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Caution
Safety Warning:
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before
opening/servicing.