Laird Blue Flame Pro LTM-5000FS User manual

LTM-5000FS
Blue Flame Pro IEEE 1394 (DV)
Bidirectional Media Converter
Model LTM-5000FS User Manual
CE
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LTM-5000FS
Blue Flame Pro IEEE 1394 (DV)
Bidirectional Media Converter
The LTM-5000FS delivers the world of DV to your desktop, and can add new life to non-compatible DV equipment. It‘s a state-of-the-artAnalogA/V to
IEEE 1394 FireWire®signal converter. It is designed to interface with all standard NTSC & PAL compatible equipment. The LTM-5000FS also works bi-
directionally for converting DV signals toAnalog.The unit acceptsYC or Composite video and 2 channel balanced audio and converts it into 100Mbps
IEEE1394 DV signals. Frontpanelcontrols allowaudiolevel controlandVUmetering ofinputaudio signals. Balancedaudio signalsarealso convertedtounbal-
anced signals for standard amplifier monitoring. The LTM-5000FS is housed in a 1RU cabinet.
FEATURES
The LTM-5000FS willaccept NTSC/PALcomposite signalsorY/Csignals.
Dual channel Balanced (XLR) audio signals can be fed to the LTM-5000FS.
An unbalanced high impedance line level pair of outputs is provided for
both input and output audio signals. These signals can be fed to standard
power amplifier or powered speakers for monitoring purposes.
A front panel LEDVU display is provided for monitoring of audio levels
in either direction. The LED VU METER automatically tracks the audio
signals in either mode of operation of the unit.
Front panel controls allow the adjustment of audio levels entering the
unit.This allows the LTM-5000FS to be interfaced with various equip-
ment signal levels.
The LTM-5000FS has two selectable audio encoding sampling rates:
32 KHz or 48 KHz.
A front panel switch allows the user to select either Composite video
or YC video. In the DV to analog mode,the LTM-5000FS outputs both
Composite andYC video simultaneously.
A front panel switch allows the user to select either NTSC or PAL operation.
The LTM-5000FS is housed in a 1RU(1.75”) standard EIA rackmount
metal cabinet.
The LTM-5000FS uses an automatic 110/220, 50/60 Hz power supply.
The unit will automatically work in either 110VAC or 220VAC
AUTOMATIC 110/220 VOLTAGE
LOW PROFILE RACKMOUNT
VIDEO STANDARD SELECTOR
VIDEO SELECTOR
AUDIO DIGITIZE SAMPLING MODE
AUDIO LEVEL ADJUST
AUDIO LED VU METER
AUDIO
VIDEO
INPUTS
ANALOG VIDEO IN: CompositeVideo: 1Vp-p into 75Ω- BNC
YC (S-Video): 1Vp-pY into 75Ω- 4-Pin Din
.7Vp-p C into 75Ω
ANALOG AUDIO IN: Balanced 2-Channel 600Ω: XLR female
OUTPUTS
ANALOG VIDEO OUT: CompositeVideo: 1Vp-p into 75Ω: BNC
YC (S-Video): 1Vp-pY into 75Ω: 4 Pin Din
.7Vp-p C into 75Ω
ANALOG AUDIO OUT: Balanced 2 Channel 600ΩXLR male
Unbalanced 2-Channel Input / Output Monitoring
on RCAs located next to each XLR pair (see diagrams)
DV INPUT/OUTPUT: 4-Pin IEEE1394 100Mbps FireWire®Connector
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS: Power,Audio Input Level,YC, or Composite Select,NTSC/PAL
Select,Audio Encode Select
DISPLAYS: LEDAudio VU Metering,2 channel -20 to +3
0VU Referenced at 0dBmV 1.23Vp-p
POWER: 110/220VoltsAC 50/60 Hz 8.5Watts Automatic Switching
DIMENSIONS: 1.75”Hx19”Wx 7”D 1RU rackmount
WEIGHT: 3.7 LBS
SPECIFICATIONS

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LTM-5000FS
Blue Flame Pro IEEE 1394 (DV)
Bidirectional Media Converter
REAR & FRONT PANEL CONNECTIONS
Balanced Audio Inputs, 600ΩLine Level
UnbalancedAudio MONITOR OUTPUTS for use with
monitoring equipment (ie. amplifiers) THIS IS NOT
AN INPUT: it is an unbalanced loop-out of the input
Balanced Input signal
UnbalancedAudio MONITOR OUTPUTS for use with
monitoring equipment (ie. amplifiers) THIS IS AN
OUTPUT. Works simultaneously with Balanced
Outputs
BalancedAudio OUTPUTS, 600ΩLine Level
IEEE 1394 FireWire Input/Output
Y/CVideo Input
Y/CVideo Output
CompositeVideo Input
CompositeVideo Output
Audio Encode Switch
Digital Input Mode Switch: DV or Analog
NTSC/PAL Select.
Y/C - CompositeVideo Input Select
Audio Input/Output Level Metering
Audio Input LevelAdjust
Power Switch: Should the unit be powered off,
allow 10 seconds for system reset before turning on
power again.
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LTM-5000FS
Blue Flame Pro IEEE 1394 (DV)
Bidirectional Media Converter
ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE
The LTM-5000FS is designed with thermally stabilized solid state components. However, it should be
placed in a cool dry environment that does not exceed the data posted on the specification sheets of the
manual.
The LTM-5000FS is perfect where it is desired to convert a standardVTR (Consumer or Professional) to DV.
The LTM-5000FS will perfectly interface with such machines and act as a DV I/O port for older or non-DV
equipment.
The basic block diagram below shows standard connections for interfacingVTRs with the LTM-5000FS and
DV equipment. Carefully study the drawings and determine which one best fits your needs. Please be sure
to observe all 75-Ohm signal termination rules for system hookups. The LTM-5000FS does not provide a
looping video input: the signals connected are terminated internally.
CONNECTING STANDARD ANALOG EQUIPMENT
CONNECTING THE LTM-5000FS
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ANALOG
EQUIPMENT
IN OUT
Audio, Y/C or Composite Video
DV IEEE1394
EQUIPMENT

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LTM-5000FS
Blue Flame Pro IEEE 1394 (DV)
Bidirectional Media Converter
Once the proper cables have been connected turn the unit on using the front panel power switch. Please be patient as
the unit will take up to 5-10 seconds to power up. The LTM-5000FS conducts a self-diagnostic routine and then
turns on the electronics and sets the unit in DIGITAL (DV) to ANALOG mode. Once the ANALOG LED above the associated
pushbutton has been illuminated, the unit is ready to operate.
NTSC/PAL Operation Note: To Switch Standards: Power down the unit, change selector switch to NTSC or PAL and then
power up unit.
By pressing the INPUT button the DV LED above it will illuminate.This indicates that the LTM-5000FS is now in DV toAnalog
Mode of conversion. In this mode, DV signals entering the unit via the 4pin DV port are converted to analog audio and
video signals, which are available via the rear output connectors.
Video is provided inYC and Composite video simultaneously. Audio is provided to the dual Male XLRs on the rear panel.At the
same time, an unbalanced high impedance signal is provided to the two RCA connectors located adjacent to the output XLRs.
DV TOANALOG MODE
GENERAL OPERATION
DV TOANALOG CONNECTIONS
HANDLING NOTE: IEEE1394 CABLES MUST BE HANDLED CAREFULLY: DO NOT FORCETHE CONNECTOR UNDERANY CIR-
CUMSTANCES. OBSERVE THE HOUSING POLARITY WHEN CONNECTING OR REMOVING THESE CABLES FROM EQUIPPED
DEVICES.
The single IEEE1394 (Firewire) 4 pin port functions as a bi-directional DV port. Connect a IEEE1394 4 pin cable between
this port and your DV device: Standard devices are DV cameras, DV VTRs and DV equipped Computers. NOTE: THE LTM-
5000FS IS NOT DESIGNED TO BE USED WITH IEEE1394 HARDWARE PERIPHERALS SUCH AS: HARD DRIVES, SCANNERS,
PRINTERS ORANY OTHER SIMILAR DEVICE. IT IS DESIGNED FOR MEDIA DEVICES ONLY,AND OPERATESAT 100Mbps ONLY.
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DV CONNECTIONS
Y/C Video
Balanced Audio CH 1
Balanced Audio CH 2
DV I/O

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In this mode the selected video (YC or Composite; NTSC or PAL) signal is fed to the unit for conversion to DV. In addition,
the option of audio encoding rates are available by simply pressing the front panel audio encode button. The LED above
the switch will indicate the selected audio encode rate of either 32 or 48 KHz. The LED above the Input Switch indicates
that theAnalog to DV mode is operational.At this point the converted DV signal is provided to the connected DV equipped
device. The front panelVU LEDS will monitor the converted audio signals. The LED meter displays dBVu (Volume Units) and
is factory calibrated at 0dBVu.
ANALOG TODV MODE
GENERAL OPERATION
ANALOG TODV CONNECTIONS
Y/C Video
DV I/O
Balanced Audio CH 1
Balanced Audio CH 2 Analog To DV Conversion
USING MULTIPLE SOURCES WITH THE LTM-5000FS
DV I/O
The LTM-5000FS provides a professional interface for the demanding multimedia environment of modern telecommunica-
tions facilities. Indicated below are a few application diagrams,which display the flexible and cost effective use of the LTM-
5000FS with other LTM products.
USING THE LTM-5000FS WITH OTHER ROUTING EQUIPMENT
Audio
Y/C Video
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LTM-5000FS
Blue Flame Pro IEEE 1394 (DV)
Bidirectional Media Converter

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LTM-5000FS
Blue Flame Pro IEEE 1394 (DV)
Bidirectional Media Converter
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1. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to the environment of Humidity and/or
dust. Do not use this equipment in an unprotected outdoor installation or any area classified as a
wet area.
2. The operating temperature of this product must be kept between -40°C and +95°C. Direct sunlight
or an intense source of heat, direct or ambient, must not be introduced to the product either by
induction or contact.
3. Always keep the product on a stable and secure base or enclosure. Do not drop the product or sub-
ject it to sudden heavy impact.
4. Provide adequate ventilation so that thermal characteristics do not cause an increase in product tem-
perature to resulting in overheating.
5. Do not clean the unit by using electrically conductive or corrosive chemicals. Always be certain to
unplug the unit fromAC wall power before any major cleaning. Use a damp cloth only for cleaning.
6. Do not subject the product to electrical mains power over voltage:The product must be used at the
rated supply voltages indicated on the product rear panel only.
7. Do not plug the product into an overloaded electrical outlet. This may result in fire or electrical
shock.
8. Object Ingress and Liquid Entry: Never insert or push sharp metal objects into the product or use such
devices for an attempt at opening or servicing the product. Servicing should be referred to a trained
and qualified technician only. Do not allow liquid of any type to enter the unit. Do not allow the unit
to be submersed in water as this may cause a shock hazard.
9. A trained qualified technician should perform all servicing of the unit.There are no serviceable compo-
nents within the unit for user access.
Safety Precautions
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