Evertz HD9010TM HD Timecode Generator/Reader

The HD9010TM HDTV Time Code Master is a full function time code reader/generator system for high definition serial digital video. The HD9010TM is a combination dual generator / dual reader for Linear Time Code (LTC) and SMPTE ST 12-2 Ancillary Time Code (ATC), and contains a high resolution character inserter which can burn the generator or reader numbers directly into the high definition serial digital program output.

The HD9010TM requires SMPTE ST 292-1 (1.5Gb/s) high definition serial digital video for normal operation. The HD9010TM's time code generators can be referenced to the input video or to an analog bi-level or tri-level signal. When generating 24Fps timecode it will also lock the generator count sequence to a 6Hz pulse.

The HD9010TM generators can be slaved to incoming LTC or ATC or can be set to free run. The generators may also be momentarily synchronized to one of the readers, and then continue to increment normally regardless of the reader code. The second LTC output normally follows the primary output, however the two generators can be operated at different frame rates to supply both 24Fps and 30Fps time code when used in a 1080p/24 environment. The drop frame conversion mode allows you to generate Drop Frame code on 1080i/59.94 broadcast master tapes when adding 3.2 pulldown to 1080p/23.98sF source material.

The high-resolution character inserter provides independently positionable windows to show time and user bits for the generator and readers simultaneously. One character size and the choice of white or black characters with or without contrasting background mask are available.

Features:

• Video formats supported: 1080i/60, 1080i/50, 1080p/30, 1080p/30sF, 1080p/25sF, 1080p/24sF, 1035i/60, 720p/60, 720p/50 and the 1/1.001 divisor versions where applicable
• Reads SMPTE ST 12-2 LTC and VITC ancillary time code packets from incoming video - read line auto detected
• Generates SMPTE ST 12-2 LTC and VITC ancillary time code packets on output video
• Two LTC readers and two LTC generators operate at 24, 25 or 30 Fps nominal rate in accordance with SMPTE ST 12-1 specification
• Generates 24 Fps and 30 Fps simultaneously
• SMPTE ST 12-2 to/from LTC translator
• Drop frame to/from Non drop frame converter
• Locks to 6Hz pulse when generating 24 FPS nominal rate code
• Generates character burn in windows for the reader and generator time and user bit data. Windows can be positioned and turned off and on independently
• White or black characters on contrasting background
• Two character sizes
• Front panel display and control using menu system
• GPI Remote Control mode allows user to pass remote control contact closure information in ATC user bits
• Field upgradable firmware as new features become available
• Optional dual power supply configuration
• Optional input relay bypass for power failure bypass protection

Specifications:

• Serial Video Input
  • Standard: SMPTE ST 292-1 (1.5Gb/s), SMPTE ST 274, SMPTE ST 296, SMPTE ST 349 1080i/60, 1080i/50, 1080p/30, 1080p/30sF, 1080p/25sF, 1080p/24sF, 1035i/60, 720p/60, 720p/50, 480p/60 and the 1/1.001 divisor versions where applicable; software selectable or autodetect
  • Equalization:
    • Automatic 100m @ 1.5Gb/s with Belden 1694A or equivalent cable
    • Automatic 50m @ 1.5Gb/s with +HBP option
  • Return Loss:
    • > 15dB up to 1GHz
    • > 10dB up to 1.5GHz with +HBP option
  • Connector: BNC per IEC 61169-8 Annex A
• Serial Video Output
  • Number of Outputs: 1 relay bypassed with (+HBP option), 2 non bypassed
  • Connector: BNC per IEC 61169-8 Annex A
  • Signal Level: 800mV nominal
  • DC Offset: 0V ±0.5V
  • Rise/Fall Time: 200ps nominal
  • Overshoot: < 10% of amplitude
  • Wideband Jitter: < 0.2UI
  • Timecode: SMPTE ST 12-2 Ancillary Time Code
• LTC Readers
  • Standard: SMPTE ST 12-1
  • Number of Inputs: 2
  • Connector: 3 pin female XLR type
  • Signal Level: 0.2V to 4V p-p, balanced or unbalanced
  • Frame Rate: 24, 25 and 30 Fps nominal
  • Speed: 1/30th to 50x play speed, VTR dependent
• LTC Generators
  • Standard: SMPTE ST 12-1
  • Number of Outputs: 2
  • Connector: 3 pin male XLR type
  • Signal Level: Adjustable, 0.5V to 4.5V p-p
  • Frame Rate: 24, 25 and 30 Fps nominal
  • Rise Time: 40 ±10µs
  • Jitter: < 2µs
• Video Reference
  • Type:
    • Menu selectable - depends on video format
    • NTSC or PAL Colour Black 1V p-p
    • Bi-level sync (525i/59.94 or 625i/50) 300 mV
    • HD Tri-level sync
  • Number of Generators: 2
  • Connector: BNC per IEC 61169-8 Annex A
  • Termination: High impedance loop through
• General Purpose Input/Output
  • Number: 6 programmable input or output functions
  • Type: Active low with internal pull-ups to +5V
  • Connector: Female High Density DB-9
  • Signal Level: +5V nominal
• Serial Remote Control
  • Standard: RS-232
  • Number of Ports: 2
  • Connector: 9 pin female "D"
  • Baud Rate: Selectable
  • Control: Firmware upgrade, timecode data broadcast
• Electrical
  • Power: Auto ranging 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 40 Watts
  • Safety: TÜV Listed, Complies with EU Safety Directive
  • EMI/RFI: Complies with FCC Part 15 Class A, EU EMC Directive
• Physical
  • Dimensions:
    • 19" W x 1.75" H x 18.75" D
    • (483mm W x 45mm H x 477mm D)
  • Weight 8lbs. (3.5kg)