LT 4611
SYNC GENERATOR

The LT4611 is a 1U full rack size sync generator that can operate in synchronization with GPS, BDS, PTP, CW, and internal reference signals, as well as Genlock that supports external analog video synchronization signals.
It supports analog video sync signals, AES / EBU digital audio output, word clock, and time code, and also supports 3G / HD / SD-SDI output and 12G-SDI output compatible with 4K and 8K.
In addition, it supports the PTP grand master function and PTP slave function, and can manage the optimum synchronization system according to the system.
The genlock function is equipped with a STAY IN SYNC function that retains the phase when an abnormality occurs in the input analog video synchronization signal, and the power supply unit performs redundant operation, enabling highly reliable system construction.
LT4611 has slimmed down the standard functions from the standard specifications of the LT4610, the SDI output function, audio output function, and three of the six analog sync signal output systems to be prepared as optional product. Functions can be added as needed, allowing you to configure the system with specifications that meet your objectives.

FEATURES

Features

  • Genlock Function
    Various output signals can be synchronized by applying NTSC/PAL black burst signals, which are analog video sync signals, and HDTV tri-level sync signals.
    NTSC/PAL black burst signal with field reference pulse and NTSC black burst signal with 10 field IDs are also supported.
  • Stay-in-Sync and Slow Lock Functions
    A Stay-in-Sync function is available in case errors occur at the genlock input. In addition, a slow lock function is available to reduce the shock that occurs when genlock is performed again based on stay-in-sync. This makes it possible to construct an extremely reliable synchronization system.
  • Analog Video Sync Signal Output
    Three analog video sync signals can be output (up to six using an option). The phase of each output can be adjusted independently.
    NTSC/PAL black burst signal with field reference pulse and NTSC black burst signal with 10 field IDs are also supported.
  • GPS/BDS Synchronization
    GNSS antenna can be connected to generate and output signals by locking to the frequency and clock obtained from the GPS or BDS.
  • PTP
    PTP synchronization corresponds to the grandmaster and slave functions.
    You can choose reference signal from PTP, GPS, analog BB or internal.
  • Time Code I/O
    The ATC (LTC) can be embedded in LTC outputs from internal time, GPS, LTC, and VITC time information, and SDI signal outputs, or VITC in analog video synchronous signal outputs.
  • Triple-rate SDI Ready
    SDI signal output supports 3G-SDI (level A and level B), HD-SDI (including dual link), and SD-SDI. There are two independent outputs of SDI signal at output terminals. The pattern and phase can be set separately for each. (However, only a single output is available for 3G-SDI level B and HD dual link.)
  • Lip Sync Patterns
    This option can output lip sync patterns in which the video and audio are synchronized. In combination with a waveform monitor that features a lip sync function, such as the Leader’s LV5600, it is possible to measure the offset between the video and audio in SDI signal transmissions.
  • 12G-SDI Support
    Four output connectors can be added to support 12G-SDI, 3G-SDI (level A, level B) and HD-SDI (including dual links).
    In addition, it corresponds to the 8K video signal by adding 8K software option.
  • Audio Embedding
    The LT 4611 can embed 32 channels (stream 1, stream 2, 4 channels each × 4 groups) of audio signals for 3G-SDI level B and 16 channels (4 channels × 4 groups) of audio signals for 3G-SDI level A, HD-SDI, and SD-HDI. The frequency, level, and the click can be set for each channel.
  • AES/EBU Signal Output
    The LT 4611 can output a 48 kHz AES/EBU signal synchronized with the video signals. It is also equipped with a muted AES/EBU signal output.
  • Word-Clock Signal Output
    The LT 4611 can output a 48 kHz word-clock signal synchronized with video signals.
  • Real Time Clock
    The real time clock is backed up by a battery. There is no need to reset the clock even when the power is turned off and on.
  • Ethernet
    SNMP is supported. When an error is detected, a TRAP is generated. Further, the LT4610 can be controlled through HTTP.
  • Preset Memory Function
    Up to 10 presets can be saved. Convenient registered presets can be recalled during operation. The
    LT 4611 can be started with the same settings every time.
  • External Memory Support
    Logo data and preset data can be written and saved from the front panel using USB memory devices.
  • Redundant Power Supply
    Two power supplies are built in to provide redundancy. When errors occur in power supply units, alarms are indicated on the LT4610 front panel. Errors can also be output as alarms using SNMP traps.
  • Web Browser
    You can use ETHERNET to control the instrument from a web browser.

OPTION

  • Hardware Options
    Option Description
    LT4610-SER01 GPS/TC
    LT4610-SER02 12G-SDI (4K) Support
    LT4610-SER03 PTP
    LT4610-SER04 GPS/BDS/TC
  • Software Options
    Option Description
    LT4611-SER21 SYNC 3 OUT ADD
    LT4611-SER22 SDI OUTPUT
    LT4611-SER23 AUDIO OUTPUT
    LT4611-SER24 12G-SDI (8K) Support
  • LT4610-SER01 GPS Option
    • GPS Synchronization
      A GPS antenna can be connected to generate and output signals by locking to the frequency and clock obtained from the GPS Satellite.
    • Time Code I/O
      The time code generator can run in free run mode based on internal time information. It can also embed ATC (LTC) in SDI signal output or VITC in analog video sync signal output based on a GPS, LTC, or VITC time information.
      It also features a holdover function, which retains the phase and frequency of the output signal when GPS signals or CW signals are lost. Further, when LT4611 is locked to GPS, it can also be used as an NTP server.
    • CW I/O
      The CW I/O connector not only receives 10 MHz CW but also outputs 10 MHz CW or 1PPS, whichever is selected.
    • LTC I/O
      The LTC I/O connector can receive 1 LTC input and 3 LTC outputs, and outputs two separate alarms.
  • LT4610-SER02 12G-SDI Option
    It is a function to add a 12G-SDI (4K), 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, SD-SDI signal generator to the LT4611 standard product. The SDI signal output has 4 connectors, and in addition to test pattern output such as color bars, ID characters, safety area markers, and embedded audio can be superimposed.

    • 12G-SDI (4K) Support
      Four output connectors supporting 12G-SDI, 3G-SDI (level A, level B), HD-SDI (including dual link), and SD-SDI are available to accommodate the 4K video format. The format is the same for all four outputs, but you can set different patterns and phases for each.
      Only two outputs are available for 3G-SDI level B and HD dual link.
    • ID Character Overlay
      ID characters can be overlaid at any position on the display. In addition, ID characters can be scrolled horizontally or displayed in a blinking state for checking whether the display has frozen.
    • Logo Mark Overlay
      A logo mark that is 320 (dot) × 240 (line) in size (QVGA size) can be overlaid at any position on the display. Logo marks are 4-level monochrome data converted from bitmap data.
    • Safety Area Markers
      90% and 80% safety area markers can be overlaid on the display. For 12G-SDI, 3G-SDI and HD-SDI, a 4:3 aspect ratio marker can be overlaid.
    • Pattern Scrolling
      This option is equipped with a function for scrolling patterns in eight directions. The moving speed can be varied.
    • Moving Box
      A moving box can be overlaid on the display. Its color, size, and moving speed can be varied.
    • Lip Sync Patterns
      This option can output lip sync patterns in which the video and audio are synchronized. In combination with a waveform monitor that features a lip sync function, such as the Leader’s LV5600, it possible to measure the offset between the video and audio in SDI signal transmissions.
    • User Pattern Generation
      In addition to internal patterns such as the color bar, SD, HD (2K), and 4K user patterns can be output.
    • Audio Embedding
      This option can embed 32 channels (stream 1, stream 2, 4 channels each × 4 groups) of audio signals for 3G-SDI level B and 16 channels (4 channels × 4 groups) of audio signals for 3G-SDI level A, HD-SDI, and SD-SDI. The frequency, level, and the click can be set for each channel.
  • LT4610SER03 PTP
    This option supports PTP (IEEE 1588). It can be used together with LT4610SER01 (GPS option) or as a grand master by itself.

    • PTP Grand Master Function
      This option supports the Precision Time Protocol defined in IEEE 1588-2008 and operates as a PTP grand master. SMPTE ST 2059, AES67, and General profiles are supported. The PTP time source is obtained from the internal clock or GPS.
    • PTP Slave Function
      When a host PTP grand master is present in the system, the LT4611 Sync Generator operates as a PTP slave and can operate as a master to even lower devices.
    • 10GbE Ready
      In addition to the RJ-45 port, a 10GbE SFP+ module, sold separately, can be used.
  • LT4610SER04 | GPS/BDS
    The LT4610SER04 is an option added to the LT4611 SYNC GENERATOR for GPS and BDS support.

    • GPS/BDS Synchronization
      GNSS antenna can be connected to generate and output signals by locking to the frequency and clock obtained from the GPS or BDS.

    Other features are the same as the LT4610SER01.
    * The LT4610SER01 and LT4610SER04 cannot be installed in the instrument at the same time.

  • LT4611SER21 SYNC 3 OUT ADD
    • Three Additional Analog Sync Signal Outputs
      In addition to the three outputs on the standard LT4611, three analog video sync signal outputs can be added. NTSC/PAL black burst signal with field reference pulse and NTSC black burst signal with 10 field IDs are also supported.
    • LT4611SER22 SDI OUTPUT
      • Triple-rate SDI Ready
        SDI signal output supports 3G-SDI (level A and level B), HD-SDI (including dual link), and SD-SDI. There are two independent outputs of SDI signal output terminals. The pattern and phase can be set separately for each. (However, only a single output is available for 3G-SDI level B and HD dual link.)
      • ID Character Overlay
        ID characters can be overlaid at any position on the display. In addition, ID characters can be scrolled horizontally or displayed in a blinking state for checking whether the display has frozen.
      • Logo Mark Overlay
        A logo mark that is 320 (dot) × 240 (line) in size (QVGA size) can be overlaid at any position on the display. Logo marks are 4-level monochrome data converted from bitmap data.
      • Safety Area Markers
        90% and 80% safety area markers can be overlaid on the display. For 12G-SDI, 3G-SDI and HD-SDI, a 4:3 aspect ratio marker can be overlaid.
      • Pattern Scrolling
        This option is equipped with a function for scrolling patterns in eight directions. The moving speed can be varied.
      • Audio Embedding
        This option can embed 32 channels (stream 1, stream 2, 4 channels each × 4 groups) of audio signals for 3G-SDI level B and 16 channels (4 channels × 4 groups) of audio signals for 3G-SDI level A, HD-SDI, and SD-SDI. The frequency, level, and the click can be set for each channel.
      • Lip Sync Patterns
        This option can output lip sync patterns in which the video and audio are synchronized. In combination with a waveform monitor that features a lip sync function, such as the Leader’s LV5600, it possible to measure the offset between the video and audio in SDI signal transmissions.
  • LT4611SER23 AUDIO OUTPUT
    The LT 4611SER23 can output a 48 kHz AES/EBU signal synchronized with the video signals. It is also equipped with a muted AES/EBU signal output.
  • LT4611SER24 12G-SDI Option
    The LT4611SER24 is a software option for the LT4611 that adds the ability to output the 8K patterns from the 12G-SDI connectors, when the LT4611 is equipped with the hardware option LT4610SER02.

    • 12G-SDI 8K
      QUAD LINK 12G-SDI 8K (7680 x 4320) can be output.
    • User Pattern Output
      User pattern can be output in addition to built-in patterns such as color bars.
    • ID Character Overlay
      ID characters can be overlaid at any position on the display. In addition, ID characters can be scrolled horizontally or displayed in a blinking state for checking whether the display has frozen.
    • Logo Mark Overlay
      A logo mark that is 320 (dot) × 240 (line) in size (QVGA size) can be overlaid at any position on the display. Logo marks are 4-level monochrome data converted from bitmap data.
    • Safety Area Markers
      90% and 80% safety area markers can be overlaid on the display. For 12G-SDI, 3G-SDI and HD-SDI, a 4:3 aspect ratio marker can be overlaid.
    • Pattern Scrolling
      This option is equipped with a function for scrolling patterns in eight directions. The moving speed can be varied.
    • Audio Embedding
      The LT4611SER24 can embed 16 channels (4 channels × 4 groups) of audio signals for 12G-SDI. The frequency, level, and the click can be set for each channel.
    • Lip Sync Patterns
      The LT4611SER24 can output lip sync patterns in which the video and audio are synchronized.
  • LT4610 / LT4611 Comparison table
    LT4610 LT4611
    Genlock Standard Standard
    SYNC 3 Outputs (BB/tri-level) 1～3 Standard Standard
    SYNC 3 Outputs (BB/tri-level) 4～6 Standard LT4611SER21
    SDI 2 Outputs 3G/HD/SD SDI Standard LT4611SER22
    Word-Clock Signal Output Standard Standard
    AES/EBU Signal Output
    AES/EBU Silence Output    		 Standard LT4611SER23
    GPS/TC LT4610SER01 LT4610SER01
    GPS/BDS/TC LT4610SER04 LT4610SER04
    12G-SDI 4K Outputs LT4610SER02 LT4610SER02
    PTP LT4610SER03 LT4610SER03
    12G-SDI 8K Output LT4610SER24 LT4611SER24

    *If you add the LT4611SER21, LT4611SER22, and LT4611SER23 to the LT4611 to make them equivalent to the LT4610, the LT4611 will be more expensive than the LT4610.

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