Studio Technologies 5150 V.2 - Manual (Page 5)

Model 5150 User Guide Issue 3, September 2013
Studio Technologies, Inc. Page 5
Model 5150
Video Generator Module
Introduction
The Model 5150 Video Generator Module
is a unique device suited for a variety of
custom broadcast, post-production, in-
dustrial, and corporate multimedia instal-
lations. As a member of the 5100-Series
of modules, the Model 5150’s compact
size belies its powerful video feature set.
Advanced circuitry within the Model 5150
supports the generation of a broadcast-
standard high-definition SDI signal. And
rather than reproducing a fixed test pat-
tern, the Model 5150 has the capability to
store and output two custom video im-
ages. The images, one for “720” and one
for “1080,” are based on bitmap (.bmp)
files that can be created using a personal
computer’s graphics program.
For convenience, the .bmp files are loaded
into the module’s nonvolatile memory via a
standard USB flash drive. The appropriate
“720” or “1080” image is automatically con-
nected to the SDI output whenever an SDI
input signal is not present. This ensures
that an SDI output signal is always sent to
equipment further along the signal chain.
The Model 5150’s video signal generation
capability can be extremely useful, serv-
ing as both a “keep-alive” signal as well as
allowing a detailed graphics image to be
displayed for identification purposes. When
a valid HD- or 3G-SDI signal is connected
to the module’s input it will pass through,
unchanged, to the module’s SDI output.
Only when an input is not present will the
custom image be generated. The format
and rate of the custom image will match
that of the previously-connected SDI input
signal. This “learning” capability allows a
Model 5150 to automatically adapt to the
SDI format and rate utilized by a specific
facility or application.
An alternate operating mode can be se-
lected, allowing the Model 5150 to serve
as a dedicated video signal generator. In
this mode an SDI signal connected to the
module will serve as an external timing
reference.
General Highlights
Applications for the Model 5150 include
sports broadcasting booth packages,
“POV” (point-of-view) remote-controlled
camera systems, stadium video interface
(I/O) locations, and government/corporate
facilities. The module’s performance is
completely “pro” with video quality, reliabil-
ity, and installation flexibility matching that
of much larger-scale equipment.
For operation the Model 5150 only requires
connection of a few signals. These con-
sist of SDI inputs and outputs, an external
Figure 1. Model 5150 Video Generator Module front and rear views