FOR-A FA-1010 10-Channel Signal Processor/Frame Synchronizer

Up to 10 inputs/18 outputs in a sleek, 1U form factor.

A multi-function, multi-format, 4K ready frame synchronizer. The FA-1010 offers up to 10 outputs and 18 outputs for convenient, centralized multi-channel video routing. In addition, this all-in-one frame synchronizer offers many essential video production tools. Inputs and output standards include, 3G/HD/SD-SDI in a variety of frame rates and 4K compatibility. We have included all the typical features of a frame synchronizer as well as a FOR-A’s ‘industry standard’ color correction on every input. For audio signal processing, it offers delay adjustment, remapping functions and a sampling rate converter on over 160 channels of audio. A single unit can provide the functionality that used to require a full rack of equipment. The perfect solution for almost any professional video environment plus: reduced cost, space, heat and electrical consumption.

10 3G/HD/SD-SDI inputs and outputs standard, expandable to 18 outputs

This 10 input frame synchronizer also offers a 10 by 10 audio/video clean switch router on synchronized or un-synchronized inputs. The built-in clean switch function enables advanced audio processing for quiet audio transitions. Install optional FA-10DO for two-way distribution of up to 8 outputs. An I/O bypass function has also been provided in case power is cut.

Digital Audio I/O

For embedded audio, there are 16 channels per 3G/HD-SDI synchronous/asynchronous input, and there are 16 channels per synchronous input in SD-SDI. That means support for up to 160 channels over the 10 inputs. Audio processing includes, delay adjustment, level adjustment, down-mixing and remapping. By adding optional digital or analog cards, the unit provides D-A or A-D conversion with embed and de-embed capability. Users needn’t worry about ancillary data being erased such as closed captions and time code due to signal processing.

GUI/Web Control

The frame synchronizer comes with dedicated GUI software for direct IP control from a PC. In addition, it offers web-based control from almost any browser. The web browser offers the ability to control from a PC, tablet or smart phone.

Color Corrector

The FA-1010 provides 10 channels of FOR-A’s legendary real-time color correction. Color controls include Proc Amp and White/Black/Gamma in R/G/B. White/Black/Gamma controls can be done in 3 modes: Balance, Differential and Sepia.

Powerful Frame Synchronizer

FOR-A’s frame synchronizers are designed for superior performance when processing video with poor quality signals. Synchronizer modes can be selected among from Frame, Line, and AVDL. Adjustment range in AVDL mode is 5 H in HD and 1 H in SD. Additionally, in every mode both H and V* ancillary data can be passed through.

Video Formats 

3G-SDI

• 1080/59.94p, 50p (Level-A/B)
• 2 x 1080/59.94i, 50i, 29.97p, 25p (Level-B)

Dual link 3G-SDI

• 2 x 1080/29.97p, 25p (Level-B) *1*2

Quad link 3G-SDI

• 1080/59.94p, 50p (Level-A/B) *2

HD-SDI

• 1080/59.94i, 50i, 23.98PsF, 24PsF,720/59.94p, 50p

SD-SDI

• 525/60, 625/50

*1 Video inputs unsynchronized with the reference are not supported.

*2 Process Amp and Color Corrector cannot be used for 2SI signals and should be set to factory default settings for 2SI signals.

Video Inputs 

3G-SDI

• 3 Gbps (Level-A/B), HD-SDI: 1.5 Gbps

SD-SDI

• 270 Mbps, 75Ω, BNC x10

Video Outputs 

3G-SDI

• 3 Gbps (Level-A/B), HD-SDI: 1.5 Gbps

SD-SDI

• 270 Mbps, 75Ω, BNC x10

Processing 

• 4:2:2 Digital component

Quantization

• 3G/HD/SD-SDI: 10-bit

Genlock Input 

Black burst

• NTSC 0.429 Vp-p/PAL 0.45 Vp-p

Tri-level sync

• 0.6 Vp-p, 75Ω, BNC x1, loopthrough (to be terminated with 75Ω terminator, if unused)

Sync Modes 

• Frame Sync, Line Sync, AVDL, Line (minimum)

System Phase Control

Frame sync mode 

• H phase: -1/2 H to +1/2 H
• V phase: -1/2 frame to +1/2 frame
• Max. delay: 1 frame +1 H / Min. delay: 1 H

Line sync mode 

• H phase: -1/2 H to +1/2 H
• V phase: -1/2 frame to +1/2 frame
• Max. delay: 1 H +1/2 H / Min. delay: 1 H+2 H

AVDL mode 

• H phase: -1/2 H to +1/2 H
• V phase: -1/2 frame to +1/2 frame
• Max. HD delay: 5 H +1/2 H +1 H / Min. HD delay: 1/2 H
• Max. SD delay: 1 H +1/2 H +1 H / Min. SD delay: 1/2 H

Video Delay 

• Maximum 8 frames (in Frame Sync mode)

Video Processing Functions

Proc. Amp. 

• Video level: 0.0% to 200.0%
• Chroma level: 0.0% to 200.0%
• Black level: -20.0% to 100.0%
• HUE: -179.8° to +180°

Video Clip 

• YPbPr, RGB

Color Correction 

• Balance, Differential, Sepia

Audio Input

Embedded audio 

• 3G/HD: 16 channels (Group 1 to 4), 48 kHz, 16/20/24-bit, synchronous/asynchronous
• 3G Level-B: Embedded Link-A only
• SD: 16 channels (Group 1 to 4), 48 kHz, 16/20/24-bit, synchronous only

Audio Input (optional)

FA-10AES-BL (AES/EBU)

• Balanced, 0.2 Vp-p to 7 Vp-p, 110Ω, 25-pin
• D-sub (female) x1 (input/output), 4 pairs of stereo channels, 32/44.1/48 kHz, 16-bit to 24-bit

FA-10AES-UBL (AES/EBU)

• Unbalanced, 1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω, BNC x4 (input/output), Max. 4 pairs of stereo channels, 32/44.1/48 kHz, 16-bit to 24-bit

FA-10ANA-AUD (Analog audio)

• Line Input: Balanced or unbalanced, 4 channels (2 pairs of stereo channels) 25-pin D-sub (female) x1 (shared with analog output), 600 Ω/high impedance, 48 kHz, 24-bit, input level: -10 dBu to +8 dBu
• Mic Input: Balanced or unbalanced, 2 channels (1 pair of stereo channel) (shared with the analog audio input CH1/CH2 connector), 600 Ω/high impedance, 48 kHz, 24-bit, input level: -55 dBu to -30 dBu

Audio Output

Embedded audio 

• 3G/HD: 16 channels (Group 1 to 4), 48 kHz, 16/20/24-bit, synchronous/asynchronous
• 3G Level-B: Embedded Link-A only
• SD: 12 channels (Group 1 to 3), 48 kHz, 16/20/24-bit, synchronous only

Audio Output (optional)

FA-10AES-BL (AES/EBU)

• Balanced, 3.3 Vp-p, 110 Ω, 25-pin D-sub (female) x1, input/output, 4 pairs of stereo channels, 48 kHz, 16/20/24-bit

FA-10AES-UBL (AES/EBU)

• Unbalanced, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, BNC x4 Max. 4 pairs of stereo channels, 48 kHz, 16/20/24-bit

FA-10AES-UBLC (AES/EBU)

• Unbalanced, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, BNC x4, 4 pairs of stereo channels, 48 kHz, 16/20/24-bit
• FA-10AES-UBL is dedicated to input when FA10AES-UBLC is equipped.

FA-10ANA-AUD (Analog audio)

• Balanced or unbalanced, 4 channels (2 pairs of stereo channels)
• 25-pin D-sub (female) x1 (shared with analog audio input), 100 Ω or lower impedance, 48 kHz, 24-bit, output level: -10 dBu to +8 dBu

Audio Delay 

• 5 ms to 1000 ms (adjustable in 1 ms steps)

Audio Processing 

• Sampling rate converter (SRC), Gain control, Down mix, Channel re-mapping, Channel mute

Interface

• Ethernet (100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T): RJ-45 x1

Interface (optional) 

• FA-10GPI: 25-pin D-sub (female) x1

Temperature / Humidity 

• 0ºC to 40ºC / 30% to 90% (no condensation)

Power 

• 100 VAC to 240 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz

Consumption 

FA-1010

• 80 VA (78 W) (at 100 VAC to 120 VAC), 86 VA (72 W) (at 220 VAC to 240 VAC)

with FA-10PS

• 80 VA (76 W) (at 100 VAC to 120 VAC), 103 VA (73 W) (at 220 VAC to 240 VAC)

Dimensions / Weight

• 430 (W) x 400 (D) x 44 (H) mm, / 7.0 kg (without options)