Studio Technologies 5152 V.3 - Manual (Page 6)

Issue 2, June 2013 Model 5152 User Guide
Page 6 Studio Technologies, Inc.
Model 5152
Video Generator/Audio Embedder Module
For operation the Model 5152 only requires
connection of a few signals. These consist
of SDI inputs and outputs, up to four unbal-
anced digital audio sources, an external
source of nominal 12 volts DC and, option-
ally, two wires associated with a local data
bus. Coaxial SDI input and output support
is standard. Optical input and output sup-
port is optional. The acceptable DC input
voltage range is 10 to 18, allowing a variety
of power sources to be utilized.
Standard connectors are used throughout
the Model 5152. Coaxial SDI input and
output signals interface using BNC connec-
tors. Digital audio signals interface with the
Model 5152 by way of a 9-pin D-subminia-
ture connector. An optional SFP fiber optic
module can be installed at the factory. The
module supports interconnection of single-
mode optical fibers using LC plugs. The DC
power input and data bus connections use
a 4-position, 0.1-inch header. Low-cost IDC
(insulation-displacement connector) mating
sockets allow simple interconnection with a
variety of wire gauges. Twelve status LEDs
offer users both performance confidence
and troubleshooting assistance.
The Model 5152 is compatible with the
Studio Technologies’ Model 5190 Remote
Access Module. This will allow remote
monitoring and control, via an Ethernet
connection, of key module operating and
status parameters. A local RS-485 data bus
allows up to 16 of the 5100-Series modules
to be connected to a Model 5190.
Several switches are accessible during
installation and allow configuration of key
operating parameters. Updating the Model
5152’s firmware (embedded software) is
possible using a USB flash drive loaded
with personal-computer-compatible files.
Model 5152 Video Generator/Audio
Embedder Modules do not include a
mounting enclosure or chassis. They are
intended for mounting in custom 19-inch
rack panels, equipment boxes, broadcast
furniture, “NEMA” I/O boxes, or other spe-
cialized enclosures. It is expected that inte-
gration firms will create applications that
use Model 5152 modules as part of com-
plete broadcast, production, corporate,
and government solutions. Sophisticated
users will be able to easily create “one-off”
solutions to solve unique challenges.
SDI Inputs and SDI Outputs
High-definition SMPTE-compatible SDI sig-
nals with data rates of 1.485 Gb/s nominal
(HD-SDI) and 2.97 Gb/s nominal (3G-SDI)
can be connected. Virtually all of the com-
monly-utilized “720” and “1080” formats are
supported. Note, however, that standard-
definition SD-SDI (270 Mb/s nominal) sig-
nals are not supported. It was felt that users
looking for advanced solutions such as pro-
vided by the Model 5152 will not typically be
working with SD signals. But be assured that
many HD-SDI and 3G-SDI formats and rates
are supported, allowing the Model 5152 to
be appropriate for worldwide use.
Coaxial (BNC) Support
Using standard BNC connectors, the Model
5152 supports one coaxial SDI input and
one coaxial SDI output.
Optical Fiber Support
Factory-implemented options allow the
Model 5152 to support SDI signals that are
transported using single-mode optical fibers.
Using video SFP modules a range of opti-
cal input, output, and transceiver capabili-
ties can be supported. For a list of available
Model 5152 versions refer to Appendix A.