DigiBox V2D - Composite / S-Video to SDI Convertor

The DigiBox V2D Serial Converter converts analogue video signals to serial digital video SDI at 270Mb/s. For analogue component to SDI conversion, please see the Digibox Y2D. The input format is user-selectable between Composite or YC (S-Video) whilst the converter automatically detects PAL 625/50 or NTSC 525/60 from the analogue input signal.

High quality low-delay video decoding is employed and the filtering optimised to ensure optimimum component output quality.

The DigiBox-V2D lets users incorporate legacy analogue equipment in digital installations.

Four 270Mb/s serial digital outputs are provided, removing the need for a separate SDI distribution amplifier in many instances.

Vertical Interval Test Signals (VITS), present on the analogue input, can be passed to the SDI serial digital video outputs which default to show an internally generated digital colour bar signal when no input is present.

Control is through a DIP switch at the rear of the unit.

The DigiBox-V2D has an integral mains power supply with universal mains input 90 to 250VAC range) via a filtered IEC mains inlet connector.

The unit is housed in a robust steel case, and may be rackmounted using the optional RK4 adapter. Up to four units, including others in the Digibox range such as the QSD quad-split, can be combined into this 1U tray.

Features

• Analogue composite or YC to SDI conversion
• Four serial digital component outputs SDI
• Low-delay simple mode decoding
• Automatic 625/525 PAL/NTSC operation
• VITS pass function
• Internal colour bar test pattern
• Integral mains power supply

Specifications
Input:	Input signal: User selectable analogue component Composite or S-Video (YC) Line standard: 625/50 or 525/60 automatically detected Input levels: 0.7Vp-p, 1.0Vp-p on Y/G with syncs Impedance: 75ohm terminating on all inputs
Sync input:	Input signal: 0.3V nominal composite syncs Impedance: 75ohm terminating
SDI outputs:	No of outputs: 4 Output: 10-bit 4:2:2 component 270MBits/S NRZI Serial Digital Video Impedance: 75ohm Return loss: >15dB, 10MHz to 270MHz Output level: 800mVp-p ±10% across 75ohm termination
Video performance:	Frequency response: 0.5dB to 5.5MHz, Y input 0.5dB to 2.2MHz, Chrominance input 0.5dB to 2.2MHz, Chrominance input
Indicators:	LED 1: Green = PAL, Yellow = NTSC, Red = No Input LED 2: Green = Colour Lock, Red =Error
Controls:	DIP Switch 1: Input format – CVBS or Y/C DIP Switch 2: VITS blank /pass DIP Switch 3: PLL mode VTR/TV DIP Switch 4: Blanking off/ blank all DIP Switch 5: Test pattern off / 100% colour bars
Installation data:	Package: Standard housing, with six 75ohm BNC signal connectors 184 x 103 x 42.4mm (Up to four units can be 1U rackmounted using the optional RK4 adapter) Weight: 950g Mains supply: 90 – 250Vac Consumption: <15VA