Kramer FC-69 User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
FC-69
HDMI Audio
Embedder/De-Embedder
P/N: 2900-300451 Rev 1

FC-69 – Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3Overview 4
4Defining the FC-69 5
5Connecting the FC-69 6
6Operating the FC-69 8
6.1 Setting the DIP-switches 8
6.2 LED Status 8
6.3 Audio Extraction 8
6.4 Output 5V Control 9
7Technical Specifications 10
Figures
Figure 1: FC-69 Front Panel 5
Figure 2: FC-69 Rear Panel 5
Figure 3: Connecting the FC-69 HDMI Audio Embedder/De-Embedder 6

FC-69 - 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 groups that are clearly defined
by function: 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 and GROUP 11:
Sierra Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; and GROUP 13: Audio, and
GROUP 14: Collaboration.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer FC-69 HDMI Audio Embedder/De-
Embedder, which is ideal for the following typical applications:
Home theater, presentation and multimedia applications
Rental and staging
Education and corporate

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FC-69 - Getting Started
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
Go to http://www.kramerav.com/downloads/FC-69 to check for up-to-date
user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are
available (where appropriate).
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-
performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in
signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low quality cables)
Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
Position your Kramer FC-69 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.
Caution:
No operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning:
Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall
adapter that is provided with the unit
Warning:
Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing
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2.2 Recycling Kramer Products
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC
aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by
requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,
Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced
Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and
recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN
facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country
go to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.

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FC-69 - Overview
3 Overview
The FC-69 is a high-performance HDMI audio embedder and de-embedder. The
device can embed analog audio into the HDMI output, or de-embed audio from the
HDMI input or from the HDMI output Audio Return Channel to S/PDIF and analog
audio outputs simultaneously.
The FC-69 lets you connect your HDMI source to an HDMI display and enjoy
audio on an external amplifier at the same time.
If the input audio is uncompressed, multi-channel PCM, the analog
audio port only transmits the front-left and front-right channels. If the
input audio is compressed, only digital audio is output and the
analog output is disabled.
In particular, the FC-69 features:
A maximum data rate of 8.91Gbps (2.97Gbps per data channel)
HDTV compatibility up to Ultra HD (4K)
HDCP compliance
HDMI support for ARC and up to 7.1 uncompressed audio channels
Support for deep color
An unbalanced audio output for de-embedded audio or de-embedding of
HDMI 1.4 ARC audio from the output
S/PDIF digital audio output for de-embedded audio or for de-embedding of
HDMI 1.4 ARC audio from the output
The ability to embed audio even when no video is present
Re-Klocking—complete regeneration of HDMI video and clock signals
HDMI power on the output follows the input, (that is, there is no power on the
output when there is no active input, with customizable delay)
DIP-switches for control of embedding, EDID, HDCP and 5V output delay
EDID locking and modification
Support for CEC
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FC-69 - Defining the FC-69
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4 Defining the FC-69
Figure 1 defines the front panel of the FC-69 HDMI Audio De-Embedder.
Figure 1: FC-69 Front Panel
#
Feature
Function
1
AUDIO
OUT
ANALOG 3.5mm
mini jack
Connect to the analog audio acceptor
2
S/PDIF RCA
connector
Connect to the digital audio acceptor
3
HDMI OUT
Connect to the HDMI acceptor
4
HDCP LED
Lights to indicate that the content is HDCP encoded
5
IN LED
Lights green when there is an active HDMI input
6
OUT LED
Lights green when there is an active HDMI output
7
ON LED
Connect to the HDMI acceptor
Figure 2 defines the rear panel of the FC-69 HDMI Audio De-Embedder.
Figure 2: FC-69 Rear Panel
#
Feature
Function
8
AUDIO IN 3.5mm Mini Jack
Connect to the analog audio source
9
HDMI IN Connector
Connect to the HDMI source
10
MODE/PRESET DIP-switch
Use to set the device behavior, (see Section 6.1 and
the legend underneath the device)
11
5V DC Power Connector
Connect the 5V DC power adapter

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FC-69 - Connecting the FC-69
5 Connecting the FC-69
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your
FC-69. After connecting your FC-69, connect its power and then switch
on the power to each device.
Figure 3: Connecting the FC-69 HDMI Audio Embedder/De-Embedder
To connect the FC-69 as illustrated in the example in Figure 3:
1. Connect the HDMI source, (for example, a Blu-ray disc player) to the HDMI
IN connector.
2. Connect the analog audio source, (for example, an audio player) to the
Audio In connector.
3. Connect the HDMI OUT connector to the HDMI acceptor, (for example, a
smart TV).
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4. Connect the analog audio output to an analog audio acceptor, (for example,
a power amplifier with speakers).
If the input audio is uncompressed multi-channel PCM, the analog
audio port only transmits the front-left and front-right channels. If the
input audio is compressed, only digital audio is output and the analog
output is disabled.
5. Connect the S/PDIF audio output to a digital audio acceptor, (for example,
an AV receiver).
6. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the
adapter to the mains electricity (not illustrated in Figure 3).
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FC-69 - Operating the FC-69
6 Operating the FC-69
6.1 Setting the DIP-switches
The following table describes the functions of the DIP-switches.
A DIP-switch that is up is off; one that is down is on. Default is up (off).
#
Mode/Preset
Off
On
1
HDCP
HDCP not supported
Pass HDCP (default)
2
Audio source
HDMI (default)
Analog
3
EDID
Lock the EDID
Pass the EDID (default)
4
Color depth
Limited to 8 bits
Pass (default)
5
Audio
Limit audio to 2 channels
LPCM
Pass (default)
6
De-embed
HDMI (default)
ARC
Note: When DIP-switch 2
is on, ARC does not work
7
Sleep
On (default)
Off
8
Time Out, (effective
only when DIP-
switch 7 is off)
30 Seconds (default)
5 Seconds
6.2 LED Status
The following table describes the status of the LEDs.
LED
Off
On
HDCP
Input signal without HDCP
Input signal with HDCP
Out
Output disconnected
Output connected
In
Input invalid
Input valid
On
No power
Power connected
6.3 Audio Extraction
If the source signal contains uncompressed, LPCM, multi-channel audio, the
analog audio port only outputs the front-left and front-right channels.
If the source signal contains compressed audio, the analog output is muted.
Note: If an ARC source signal contains compressed audio, the analog output
transmits unclear audio.

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6.4 Output 5V Control
If the 5V signal output timeout is enabled (via DIP-switch 7), the 5V output is
turned off after either 5 or 30 seconds depending on DIP-switch 8, (see
Section 6.1).

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FC-69 - Technical Specifications
7 Technical Specifications
INPUTS:
1 HDMI on an HDMI connector
1 Analog stereo audio on a 3.5mm mini jack
OUTPUTS:
1 HDMI on an HDMI connector
1 S/PDIF digital audio on an RCA connector
1 Analog stereo audio on a 3.5 mm mini jack
OPERATION FREQUENCY:
Supports up to 8.91Gbps (2.97Gbps per graphic channel)
1080p @60Hz, 36-bit Deep Color
AUDIO THD+N:
–75dB
COMPLIANCE WITH HDMI
STANDARD:
Supports HDMI, HDCP
CONTROLS:
8-way DIP-switch
INDICATOR LEDS:
ON, IN, OUT, HDCP
POWER SOURCE:
5V DC, 500mA
OPERATING TEMPERATURE:
0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F)
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
-40° to +70°C (-40° to 158°F)
HUMIDITY:
10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing
COOLING:
Convection
ENCLOSURE TYPE:
Aluminium
DIMENSIONS:
12cm x 7.15cm x 2.44cm (4.72" x 2.81" x 0.96") W, D, H
RACK MOUNT:
With optional adapter
FURNITURE MOUNT:
With included rubber feet
PRODUCT WEIGHT:
0.18kg (0.4lbs) approx.
SHIPPING WEIGHT:
0.56kg (1.23lbs) approx.
VIBRATION:
ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE:
CE
ENVIRONMENTAL
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE:
Complies with appropriate requirements of RoHs and
WEEE
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES:
Power supply
OPTIONS:
RK-3T 19” rack adapter
WARRANTY:
7 years parts and labor
Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit
our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found.
We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback.
Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com
E-mail: [e-mail]
SAFETY WARNING
Disconnect the unit from the power
supply before opening and servicing
P/N:
2900-300451
Rev:
1
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