FA-9600 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD Dual-Channel Multi-Purpose Signal Processor

Provides HDR and Wide Color Gamut support. Offers exceptional conversion format delivery, including 12G, 4K(UHD), 1080p and HD/SD.

Each of the FA-9600 processor’s two HD/SD inputs includes a frame synchronizer. Because the signal processor features 12G-SDI terminals, optional
software opens the door to 4K(UHD) production. Adding an optional expansion card provides four more channels of 3G-SDI input/output or six
channels of 12G-SDI distributed output.*1

The FA-9600 is much more than a basic frame synchronizer. It simpli(cid:31)es all types of video conversion. A newly developed color processing circuit
supports the latest gamut and dynamic range specifcations, and an optional converter circuit is available for up/down/cross conversion. Offering a
wide range of audio processing, core features of remapping and gain adjustment, the FA-9600 can be expanded with optional cards*1 that make it an
ideal standalone solution at transmission centers, in mobile production trucks, production studios, news stations, and other nonlinear editing and
playout production environments.

*1 For details, see the expansion cards in “Options.”

FA-9600

  • Dual channel frame synchronization, via two SDI inputs and four outputs. Able to switch between two modes to suit the application.
    • Simultaneous 4K/HD mode: Use two internal paths for 4K and HD. Single-channel up/down*4 conversion
    • Dual HD mode: Use two internal HD paths. Dual-channel up/down*4 conversion
  • Extensive professional video format support: 12G*5/6G*5/3G/HD/SD-SDIT
  • Connectivity with a broad range of equipment; Also equipped with HDMI ports
  • The FA-9600 comes standard with a dedicated application that runs on Windows, providing full access to many
    functions and allows a wide variety of settings. Web server functionality is also implemented in the main unit, allowing
    adjustments*6 to various parameters from mobile and tablet devices.

*4 FA-96UDC is required. *5 When FA-964K is installed. Conversions that include 4K(UHD) are effective only on the Line 1-side. *6 This feature is available for a limited number of function and parameters.

New color processing circuit provides strong support in HD/4K(UHD) production. This is useful not only when converting to unifed
specifcations before input to a switcher or editing system, but also at output – before HDR and SDR simulcasts.

  • Supports and converts between the broad ITU-R BT.2020 gamut for 4K/8K and the conventional ITU-R BT.709 gamut in HD.
  • FA-9600
  • Compensates for differences among external devices using EOTF/OETF corresponding to various HDR or SDR curves.T EOTF/OETF log curves and gamut can be registered from a PC.T Dynamic range conversion compatible with HLG, PQ, SDR, and other log curves. Also compatible with S-Log3, Canon Log2, and other camera log curves.T Using FA-96AHDR Advanced Function Software option, processor is compatible with ITU-R BT.2100-compliant dynamic range conversion.
  • FA-9600

FA-9600

Video formats
Standard 1080/60p, 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p, 1080/30p, 1080/29.97p, 1080/25p, 1080/24p,
1080/23.98p, 1080/60i, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/30PsF, 1080/29.97PsF,
1080/25PsF, 1080/24PsF, 1080/23.98PsF, 720/60p, 720/59.94p, 720/50p, 720/30p,
720/29.97p, 720/25p, 720/24p, 720/23.98p,
525/60, 625/50
Optional
FA-964K install
(Additional resolutions)
3840 x 2160/60p, 3840 x 2160/59.94p, 3840 x 2160/50p, 3840 x 2160/48p,
3840 x 2160/47.95p, 3840 x 2160/30p, 3840 x 2160/29.97p, 3840 x 2160/25p,
3840 x 2160/24p, 3840 x 2160/23.98p, 3840 x 2160/30PsF, 3840 x 2160/29.97PsF,
3840 x 2160/25PsF, 3840 x 2160/24PsF, 3840 x 2160/23.98PsF
Video inputs
Standard 3G/HD/SD-SDI: 3 Gbps to 270 Mbps, 75Ω, BNC x 2*1
HDMI: HDMI 2.0 LEVEL A (Type-A) x 1
Optional
FA-964K install
In1*2 : 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI: 12 Gbps to 270 Mbps
In2 : 3G/HD/SD-SDI: 3 Gbps to 270 Mbps
Optional
FA-96EX3G44-R
3G/HD/SD-SDI: 3 Gbps to 270 Mbps, 75Ω, BNC x 4*3
Video outputs
Standard 3G/HD/SD-SDI: 3 Gbps to 270 Mbps, 75Ω, BNC x 4*1
HDMI: HDMI 2.0 LEVEL A (Type-A) x 1
Optional
FA-964K install
OUT1a/1b*2 : 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI: 12 Gbps to 270 Mbps
OUT2a/2b : 3G/HD/SD-SDI: 3 Gbps to 270 Mbps
Optional
FA-96EX3G44-R
3G/HD/SD-SDI: 3 Gbps to 270 Mbps, 75Ω, BNC x 4*3
Optional
FA-96EX12G06
12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI: 12 Gbps to 270 Mbps, 75Ω, BNC x 6
Video functions
I/O processing Standard: 2 inputs, 2 distributed outputs (3G-SDI to SD-SDI)
4K(Max.): 1 4K input (Single/Dual/Quad Link) + 1 HD/SD-SDI input,
1 4K output (Single/Dual/Quad Link) + 1 HD/SD-SDI output
* Number of Mux. distributed outputs are determined depends on a configuration.
Processing 4:2:2 digital component
Quantization 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI: 10-bit
Genlock input BB: 0.429 Vp-p (NTSC)/0.45 Vp-p (PAL)
Tri-level sync: 0.6 Vp-p, 75Ω, BNC x 1, loop-through (to be terminated with 75Ω terminator, if unused)
Synchronizer modes Frame, Line, AVDL, and Line (minimum) modes
Genlock Source Select Reference signal, SDI input
System phase adjustment Horizontal: -0.5H to +0.5H
Vertical: -0.5 frames to +0.5 frames
Frame mode Single link: Max. delay less than 2H/Min. delay 1 frame less than +2H,
Quad/Dual link: Max. delay less than 5H/Min. delay 1 frame less than +5H
Line mode Max. delay +0.5H/Min. delay +1.5H
AVDL mode Max. delay +0.5H/Min. delay +5H
Line (minimum) mode Max. delay +700CLK/Min. delay +1H +700CLK
Converter1 4K 2SI/SQD conversion, up/down/cross-conversion, aspect conversion, resizing
and repositioning, I/P conversion, 3G-SDI Level A-B conversion, frame-rate simple
conversion (x 1/2, x 2), frame delay conversion (Max. delay: 8 frames)
Converter2 I/P conversion, 3G-SDI Level A-B conversion, frame-rate simple conversion (x1/2,
x2), frame delay conversion (Max. delay: 8 frames)
Color processing Process amplifier, color space conversion, EOTF (de-gamma)/OEFT (gamma),
color corrector, video clipping
Proc Amp Video level: 0.0% to 200.0%
Chroma level: 0.0% to 200.0%
Black level: -20.0% to 100.0%
Hue: -179.8º to +180º
Color correction Balance (RGB) mode and differential (YPbPr) mode
Video clipping Knee Clip (RGB), YPbPr Clip
Color spaces ITU-R BT.709/2020, user-defined (can be downloaded)
EOTF/OETF ITU-R BT.2100 (HLG, PQ), ITU-R BT.1886, ITU-R BT.709, user-defined (can be uploaded)
Audio inputs
Embedded 12G/6G/3G/HD-SDI: 16 channels (Group 1 to 4), 48 kHz, 16 to 24-bit, synchronous/asynchronous
SD-SDI: 16 channels (Group 1 to 4), 48 kHz, 16 to 24-bit, synchronous
HDMI: 8 channels, 48 kHz, 16 to 24-bit, synchronous
AES/EBU*4 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, BNC x 4 (Input/output switchable*5),
Max. number of stereo inputs: 4, 32/44.1/48kHz, 16-bit to 24-bit
Optional
FA-96AES-UBL
1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, additional BNC x 4 (Input/output switchable*5),
Max. number of stereo inputs with standard: 8, 32/44.1/48kHz, 16-bit to 24-bit
Optional
FA-96AES-UBL with
UBLC*4
1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, additional BNC x 8 (Input/output switchable x 4*5,
output exclusive use x 4),
Max. number of stereo inputs with standard: 8, 32/44.1/48kHz, 16-bit to 24-bit
Audio outputs
Embedded 12G/6G/3G/HD-SDI: 16 channels (Group 1 to 4), 48 kHz, 16/20/24-bit, synchronous/asynchronous
SD-SDI: 12 channels (Group 1 to 3), 48 kHz, 16/20/24-bit, synchronous
HDMI: 8 channels, 48 kHz, 16/20/24-bit, synchronous
AES/EBU*5 1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, BNC x 4 (Input/output switchable*5),
Max. number of stereo outputs: 4, 48kHz, 16/20/24-bit
Optional
FA-96AES-UBL
1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, additional BNC x 4 (Input/output switchable*5),
Max. number of stereo outputs with standard: 8, 48kHz, 16/20/24-bit
Optional
FA-96AES-UBLC*4
1.0 Vp-p, unbalanced, 75Ω, additional BNC x 4 (Output exclusive use),
Max. number of stereo outputs: 4, 48kHz, 16/20/24-bit
Audio functions
Delay adjustment Fixed mode: 1 ms to 1,000 ms (adjustable in 1 ms increments)
Tracking mode: Automatically follows video processing delay
Signal processing Sampling rate converter (SRC), gain control, down-mixing, remapping, mute (per channel)
Main unit
Interfaces Ethernet: 100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T, RJ-45 x 1
Temperature/humidity 0°C to 40°C/30% to 90% (no condensation)
Power 100 V to 240 V AC ±10%, 50/60 Hz
Consumption
(standard)
70 VA (67W) (at 100 V to 120 V AC)
72 VA (68W) (at 220 V to 240 V AC)
With FA-96PS 70 VA (65W) (at 100 V to 120 V AC)
86 VA (71W) (at 220 V to 240 V AC)
With all options
installed*6
80 VA (77W) (at 100 V to 120 V AC)
86 VA (78W) (at 220 V to 240 V AC)
Dimensions/weight 430 (W) x 44 (H) x 300 (D) mm / 3.5 kg
Consumables/replacement timing
(under constant use at room temperature)
Power unit/approx. 5 years
Cooling fan/approx. 6 years
Included accessories Operation manual PDF and control GUI software (CD-ROM), AC cord, rack mount
brackets, retaining clip for AC cord and HDMI cord
Options
For slot A FA-96EX3G44-R: 3G-SDI I/O card
FA-96EX12G06: 12G-SDI 6 output expansion card
FA-96SFPC4 SFP Connector Expansion Card (in development)
For slots B FA-96AES-UBL: AES audio I/O card
For slots B and C FA-96AES-UBLC: AES audio output expansion cable
FA-96GPI: GPI I/O expansion card
For Slot D FA-96DIN4-CBL: DIN 4 pin cable (in development)
For Slot E FA-96DB9-CBL: GPI cable
Software options FA-964K: 4K/12G-SDI-compatible software
FA-96UDC: Up/down/cross converter
FA-96AHDR: Advanced function software for HDR
Other options FA-96PS: Redundant power supply unit
FA-10RU: Remote control unit
FA-10DCCRU: Remote control unit (planned for future support)
  • *1 Pass-through supported between IN2 and OUT2a.
  • *2 3 Gbps to 270 Mbps between IN1 and OUT1a/OUT1b without FA-964K expansion.
  • *3 Pass-through supported between 4 inputs and 4 outputs.
  • *4 When using FA-96AES-UBLC option, standard AES/EBU connectors are used exclusively for input.
  • *5 Input or output able to be set for each AES/EBU connector (each stereo pair).
  • *6 Using FA-96PS, FA-96EX3G44-R, FA-96AES-UBL and FA-96GPI.