BBG-1022-FS 3G/HD/SD-SDI Standalone Frame Sync with Audio/Video Processing, AES/Analog Audio Embedding/De-Embedding, and CVBS I/O

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Overview

The Cobalt® BBG-1022-FS 3G/HD/SD-SDI Standalone Frame Sync with Audio/Video Processing, AES/Analog Audio Embedding/De-Embedding, and CVBS I/O offers frame sync, and advanced audio and ancillary data support, plus many other powerful features. Frame sync can select from multiple reference inputs, with failover to alternate selected sources. Full audio support includes per-channel audio delay. Option +2FS adds a second independent processing path, offering two signal paths on a single unit, with both paths providing independent frame sync and audio embedding /de-embedding.

Advanced frame sync features include per-channel audio delay, audio/video offset, and output rate conversion to and from 23.98/29.97/59.94 to 24/30/60 frame rates. Frame sync can select from multiple reference inputs, with failover to alternate selected sources. Audio embed adaptive SRC allows asynchronous 48 kHz AES audio to automatically sync with program video 48 kHz timing for glitch-free embedding. Individual, per-pair SRC auto-detects and disables SRC when a Dolby pair is detected on an input pair. Bulk and per-channel audio delay controls easily address lip-sync issues.

Option +TTS provides high-quality Text-To-Speech synthesis, directly converting EAS text to digital audio speech with no baseband signal breakouts or add-ons. It interfaces with industry standard Windows Share folder systems to receive non-proprietary text, XML, or similar plain text files, and converts and inserts realistic human-voice audio into user-configured audio channels. Option +EAS provides the ideal solution for keying Emergency Alert System (EAS) text crawls in the active video. Option +EAS directly converts serial crawl text data from EAS generators (such as Sage™ or Dasdec™) to a keyed scrolling text insertion. User-configurable fill background color and text size can be correlated to event severity.

With option +ANC, BBG-1022-FS offers full VANC/HANC ancillary data packet de-embedding and embedding for 3G/HD/SD-SDI streams. The easy to use interface allows direct access to DID and SDID locations to extract or insert user data such as camera PTZ, SCTE 104, closed-captioning read/insert, GPI/GPO via ANC, or other specialized user payloads. Data can be extracted and inserted within the unit, (Bridge mode), or inserted and/or extracted to and from external interface via serial or IP interfaces.

A convenient input crosspoint with RP168 clean switching can select from up to four SDI inputs. The input crosspoint allows manual selection of input via remote control or GPIO, or failover to alternate inputs on loss of input conditions. Two discrete character burn strings can be inserted on output video, with each string inserted as static text and/or insert only upon LOS. With option +T-SLATE, import of user trouble slate graphics is also supported in addition to standard test pattern insert as an input LOS/quality event marker. A moving-box insertion can serve as a dynamic raster confidence check even when the input video image is static. Included standard is closed captioning absence/presence detection for CEA 608/708 and line 21 SD closed captioning.

Preset save/load allows saving custom settings while allowing one-button revert to factory settings. Layered presets allow invoking changes related only to a specific area of concern (audio routing, for example) while not changing any other processing settings or aspects. The BBG-1022-FS can be remote-controlled using DashBoard™. GPIO allows direct input routing control and status monitoring.

The compact standalone form factor allows desktop usage, as well as the 1/3-rack size of the BBG-1022-FS allowing 3 units to be installed in a 1RU space (an optional mounting tray is available that provides secure mounting of the units to a standard 19” frame).

Features

Supports all popular formats: 480i, 576i, 720p, 1080i, 1080pSF, 1080p
Multi-input RP168 clean switch, with manual selection or GPI controlled input selection
Closed-captioning absence detection
Auto-Changeover can be set to invoke failover for basic input loss. Quality Check option (+QC) provides alert actions on criteria such as black/frozen frame, audio silence, and closed-captioning absence. Threshold and hold-off are user configurable.
Moving-box/motion insertion enable serves as a dynamic raster confidence check even in cases where the input video image is static
Dual independent burn-in text string insertion allows condition-based insertion (such as basic ID text for valid input and different text message for failover conditions)
Frame Sync with full H/V offset and manual/LOS video pattern generator
Advanced audio processing allows routing, gain, delay, and flexible mixing as standard features
Option +TTS provides Text-To-Speech synthesis, directly converting EAS text to high-quality digital audio speech with no baseband signal breakouts or add-on units
Full audio crosspoint with delay control and 5.1-to-stereo downmix available for all audio outputs
Timecode processing can prioritize, filter for, and convert between specific SMPTE embedded-video or audio LTC, with output/burn-in timecode using selected format
CVBS analog video I/O and analog/AES embed / de-embed available
Pattern generator can provide raster/test pattern and patterns for LOS failover insertion
Option +ANC adds full user VANC/HANC packet insertion/extraction access to DID/SDID ancillary data such as camera PTZ, SCTE 104, closed captioning, and other specialized user payloads. Multi-mode setup includes Bridge mode (card internal path with bypass bridging) or Insert/Extract modes for insert/extract to or from IP/serial external interfaces. SMPTE 337 embed/de-embed allows serial user data to be embedded and de-embedded over unused embedded audio pairs.
Video options include color correction and keying
Low-power/high-density design – less than 18 Watts
Compact footprint – up to 3 units in a 1RU space. Optional tray provides secure captive-fastener mounting of 3 units in a 1RU tray.
Uses DashBoard remote control (device appears as single-card frame)
Five year warranty

Options

Option

Dual-Channel Option (+2FS) – Adds a second independent processing path, offering two independent signal paths of frame sync / audio embedding and de-embedding on a single unit. (Upgrades device to full BBG-1022-2FS functionality and specifications.)

Color Correction Option (+COLOR) – Provides full RGB color corrector (offset, gain, gamma) with extended YCbCr proc controls with white hard clip, white soft clip, black hard clip, and saturation clip.

Quality Check Option (+QC) – Provides failover, alert, or user presets action on criteria such as black/frozen frame, audio silence, and CC absence.

Key/Fill Keyer Option (+KEYER) – Provides keying using independent SDI inputs for key and fill signals. A separate preview SDI output is provided for observing key results before applying to program video output. Alpha Threshold mode allows full-color key/fill using low-cost PC-based graphics host where the same signal provides a shared key/fill input.

Ancillary Data Processor Option (+ANC) – Provides full user VANC/HANC packet insertion/extraction access to DID/SDID ancillary data, with insert/extract to and from IP, RS-232/RS-422 serial, and GPIO external interfaces. SMPTE 337 embed/de-embed allows serial user data to be embedded and de-embedded over unused embedded audio pairs.

Text-To-Speech Option (+TTS) – Provides Text-To-Speech synthesis, directly converting EAS text to digital audio speech with no baseband signal breakouts or add-ons. High-quality Text-To-Speech from Acapela Group.

Emergency Alert System Text Crawl Generation Option (+EAS) – Provides a single-device solution for keying Emergency Alert System (EAS) text crawls in the active video and inserting station identification logos. Compatible with Sage™, Dasdec™, and other EAS crawl generators, with automated control insertion via presence of crawl data or GPI.

Trouble Slate Import Option (+T-SLATE) – Allows uploading of up to three different user trouble slate graphic file to card, with automated insertion controlled by GPI or other events.

Logo Insertion Option (+LOGO) – Allows uploading of user logo graphic file to card, with automated insertion controlled by GPI or other events.

Clean and Quiet Switching Option (+CQS) – Provides automatic audio muting during switching transitions from one SDI input source to another to provide silence between input switches.

Extended Frame Sync Delay Option (+DLY) – Increases frame buffer to provide adjustable audio/video delay buffer capacity to over 9 seconds for SD video, 1.5 seconds for HD video, or 0.8 seconds for 3G video.

SCTE 104 Insertion Option (+SCTE104) – Provides generation/insertion of SCTE 104 data into baseband SDI. Message send can be triggered from automation GPI or other modes. Full control of splice start, end, and cancel as well as pre-roll offsets.

SCTE104 Frame-Accurate SCTE Trigger Insertion Option (+SCTE104-FAST) – Uses Time Stamp data derived from broadcast automation and timecode to provide deterministic, frame-accurate Digital Program Insertion (DPI) message embedding into SDI. The linear channel is output with precise metadata marking the beginning and ending of each program and commercial segment, optimizing it for automatic dissemination to CDN and VOD systems.

Audio LTC I/O Option (+LTC)

1RU Mounting Tray (supports 3 units) (BBG-1000-TRAY)

Redundant Power Supply Module (BBG-1000-PS)

Diagrams

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Specifications

Power
< 18 Watts. Power supplied by 12VDC AC adapter, universal input (included).

SDI Input/Outputs
Up to (4) 75Ω BNC inputs
Up to (4) 75Ω BNC outputs (selectable as processed SDI IN or IN RCK)
SDI Formats Supported: SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 424M
SDI Receive Cable Length: 3G/HD/SD: 120/180/320 m (Belden 1694A)
SDI Return Loss: >15 dB up to 1.485 GHz; >10 dB up to 2.970 GHz
SDI Alignment Jitter: 3G/HD/SD: < 0.3/0.2/0.2 UI
Timing Jitter: 3G/HD/SD: < 2.0/1.0/0.2 UI
Minimum Latency (framesync disabled):
SD: 127 pixels; 9.4 us
720p: 330 pixels; 4.45 us
1080i: 271 pixels; 3.65 us
1080p: 361 pixels; 2.43 us
Note: SDI Return loss and receive cable length are affected by rear I/O module used. Specifications represent typical performance.

CVBS Video Input/Outputs
(1) 75Ω BNC input
(1) 75Ω BNC output. CVBS output functional only when selected path is carrying SD-SDI.
ADC resolution: 9-bit
Sampling frequency: 27 MHz (2x over-sampling)
Y/C separation: 4 line Adaptive Comb Filter
Freq. Response: ± 0.25 dB to 5.5 MHz
SNR: > 50 dB to 5.5 MHz (unweighted)
Differential Phase: < 1 degree
Differential Gain: < 1%
Nonlinearity < 1%

Discrete Audio Input/Outputs
AES-3id 75Ω inputs (8 pair (16-Ch) max) AES-3id 75Ω outputs (8 pair (16-Ch) max)
Input AES SRC Range: 32 to 96 kHz
Balanced analog audio inputs (4-Ch max)
Balanced analog audio outputs (4-Ch max)
(I/O conforms to 0 dBFS = +24 dBu)
Analog Output Impedance: < 50 Ω
Analog Reference Level: -20 dBFS
Analog Nominal Level: +4 dBu
Analog Max Output Level: +24 dBu (0 dBFS)
Analog Freq. Response: ±0.2 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
Analog SNR: 115 dB (A weighted)
Analog Analog THD+N: -96 dB (20 Hz to 10 kHz)
Analog Crosstalk: -106 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)

Frame Sync Audio/Video Delay
Max offset: 20 frames
Latency (min): 1 frame
Option +DLY Delay (3G/HD/SD): >800 msec / >1580 msec / >9000 msec

User Audio Delay Offset from Video
Bulk delay control: -33 msec to +3000 msec.
Per-channel delay controls: -800 msec to +800 msec

Text Burn-In
(2) independent strings supported. Independent insertions controls for enable/disable and enable upon LOS. User controls for text size and H/V position.

GPIO/COMM
(2) GPI configurable to select input routing. (2) GPO configurable to invoke upon input selected. RS-232/485 comm port.

Control/Monitor Interface
Front panel network setup. DashBoard remote control via rear-panel 10/100/1000 Ethernet port.

Frame Reference Input
Looping 2-BNC connection. SMPTE 170M/318M “Black Burst”, SMPTE 274M/296M “Tri-Level”
Return Loss: >35 dB up to 5.75 MHz

Physical
Dimensions (WxHxD): 5.7 x 1.4 x 14.7 in (14.5 x 3.5 x 37.3 cm) Dimensions include connector projections.
Weight: 6 lb (2.8 kg)

Ordering Information

BBG-1022-FS 3G/HD/SD-SDI Standalone Frame Sync with Audio/Video Processing, AES/Analog Audio Embedding/De-Embedding, and CVBS I/O available in the following rear-panel I/O configurations:

BBG-1022-FS-B (4) 3G/HD/SD-SDI Input BNCs, (4) 3G/HD/SD-SDI Output BNCs, (1) 3G/HD/SDI Output BNC (with relay bypass failover), (1) GPIO/COMM RJ-45 connector
BBG-1022-FS-C (1) 3G/HD/SD-SDI Input BNC, (1) CVBS Video In BNC, (2) AES In BNCs, (2) Balanced Analog Audio Inputs, (1) 3G/HD/SDI Output BNC, (1) CVBS Video Out BNC), (2) AES Out BNCs, (2) Balanced Analog Audio Outputs
BBG-1022-FS-D-DIN (4) 3G/HD/SD-SDI Inputs, (2) Balanced Analog Audio In, (6) AES Inputs, (4) 3G/HD/SDI Outputs w/ (1) relay protect, (4) AES Outputs, GPIO/COMM (RJ-45 connector). (All coaxial connectors DIN 1.0/2.3)
BBG-1022-FS-D-HDBNC (4) 3G/HD/SD-SDI Inputs, (2) Balanced Analog Audio In, (6) AES Inputs, (4) 3G/HD/SDI Outputs w/ (1) relay protect, (4) AES Outputs, GPIO/COMM (RJ-45 connector). (All coaxial connectors HD-BNC)

Options and Accessories:

+2FS Add Dual-Channel Option
+ANC Ancillary Data Processing Option
+COLOR Color Correction Option
+KEYER Key/Fill Keyer Option
+QC Quality Check Option
+LTC Audio LTC I/O Option
+CQS Clean and Quiet Switching Option
+TTS Text-To-Speech Option (Acapela Text-To-Speech from Acapela Group™. Fielded units must be returned to Cobalt for installation of speech library SD memory card onto host unit as well as software upload. Please contact Support for more information.)
+2L-SPAN Add Spanish-language upgrade (add-on to option +TTS; option +TTS required)
+EAS Emergency Alert System Text Crawl Generation Option
+T-SLATE User Trouble Slate Graphic Import Option
+LOGO Logo Insertion Option
+DLY Extended Frame Sync Delay Option
+SCTE104 SCTE 104 Insertion Option
+SCTE104-FAST Frame-Accurate SCTE 104 Trigger Insertion Option
BBG-1000-PS Redundant Power Supply Module
BBG-1000-TRAY 1RU Mounting Tray (supports 3 units)