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X-1201

X-Series 12x1 Video And Audio Router

The X-1201 supporting 3G/HD/SD SDI signals, is a twelve input routing switcher that provides a convenient, low cost way to route high definition and standard definition serial digital signals. The X-1201 routers are used for 3GB/s, 1.5GB/s, 270MB/s, 360MB/s, 540MB/s and DVB-ASI serial digital signals. When the unit is ordered with the Quad 12x1 AES router option the AES output busses can be used in an "audio follow video" mode, or can be broken away from the video bus. This router features the ability for redundancy protection with a bypass relay and optional dual power supplies. The router electronics are housed in a 1RU rack mount frame and is controlled from the built-in front panel controls. Each model can also be purchased with an optional rack mount remote control panel that replaces the built-in control panel, or can be used as a second control panel. All units can also be controlled by Quartz over Ethernet, contact closures on the GPI control port or through the RS-232 or RS-422 serial remote control port using industry standard switcher protocols.

Embedded SoftSwitch™ Features (HES)
Routers equipped with Embedded SoftSwitch™ have all the features of the SoftSwitch™ versions as well as the following additional features. The embedded audio on the Video 1 buss uses Evertz patented SoftSwitch™ technology to eliminate audible pops when switches are performed (for SD, HD or 3G video). Embedded SoftSwitch™ is performed on all four audio groups.

Features

  • Supports SMPTE ST 424M (3GB/s), SMPTE ST 292-1 (1.5GB/s), SMPTE ST 259 (270, 360 or 540MB/s) and DVB-ASI video signals
  • Switch point is fully controllable from the front panel
  • Video input presence detection displayable on the front panel
  • Front panel or remote control panel version available. Second control panel can be ordered for any version
  • Programmable source input names available on the front panel
  • Bypass verification test using main menu
  • Programmable tally output bus
  • GVG TEN-XL protocol and Quartz protocol are supported
  • SoftSwitch™ model provides clean video and popless AES switching
  • Video and audio input relay bypass for power failure bypass protection
  • Optional dual power configuration
  • Remote control via SNMP

Specifications

Video Input
Standard SMPTE ST 424-1 (3GB/s), SMPTE ST 292-1 (1.5GB/s), SMPTE ST 259 (270MB/s, 360MB/s, 540MB/s) and DVB-ASI
Number of Inputs 12
Connector BNC per IEC 61169-8 Annex A
Equalization Automatic up to 150m@3G, 275m@HD, 475M@SD and with, bypass output 115m@3G, 200@HD, 450m@SD
Input Timing HES models Only
Input Range Measured with respect to the Genlock reference
±1/2 line when Coarse phase = 1, Fine phase = 0

Video Output
Standard Same as input
Number of Outputs 2 per buss, 1 buss; Input 1 bypass protected
Connector BNC per IEC 61169-8 Annex A
Signal Level 800mV nominal
DC Offset 0V ±0.5V
Output Timing HES models Only
Output Phase Measured with respect to the Genlock reference
Adjustable line buffer is used for clean and quiet switching

AES Audio Inputs

AES4 versions only
Standard
+B Option AES3-2003 balanced
+U Option SMPTE 276M single ended AES
Number of Inputs 12 per buss, 4 busses
Connector On breakout panel(s) provided
+B Option Removable terminal strips
+U Option BNC per IEC 61169-8 Annex A
Signal Level
+B Option 2 – 7V p-p ±10%
+U Option 1V p-p ±10%

AES Audio Outputs

AES4 versions only
Standard Same as input
Number of Outputs 2 per buss, 4 busses
Connector Same as input
Signal Level
+B Option 2V p-p nominal
+B Option 2V p-p nominal

Video Reference
Type Menu selectable - depends on video format
Connectors 2 BNC per IEC 61169-8 Annex A
Termination High impedance loop through

GPI Control Port
Number of Inputs 14 opto-isolated, programmable functions
Number of Outputs 4 sets of relay contacts, normally closed, Programmable functions
Relay Max Rating 1A at 30V DC

Remote Control Panel Port
Standard RS-422, 9600 baud rate
Connector 9 pin female "D"
Protocol Remote Control Panel

Serial Remote Control
Standard RS-232 or RS-422
Baud Rate Programmable
Connector 9 pin female "D"
Protocol GVG Ten XL Protocol, master, slave or quartz router protocol

Ethernet
Connector RJ-45
Protocol Quartz router protocol, SNMP

Electrical
Power Auto ranging 100 – 240V AC, 50/60Hz 40 watts
Fuse 250V, 1A time delay

Physical
Height 1.75" (45mm)
Width 19" (483mm)
Depth 7.75" (196mm)
Weight 8lbs (3.5kg)

Ordering Information

X-1201-HX 12x1 HD/SD SDI video bypass protected router
X-1201-HX-HES 12x1 HD/SD SDI video bypass protected router with clean / SoftSwitch™ capability
X-1201-HX-AES4 12x1 HD/SD SDI video bypass protected router with 4 levels of AES (includes 2 AES breakout panels), must choose +U or +B
X-1201-HX-AES4-HES 12x1 HD/SD SDI video bypass protected router with 4 levels of AES (includes 2 AES breakout panels) and clean / SoftSwitch™ capability, must choose +U or +B
X-1201-3G 12x1 3G/HD/SD SDI video bypass protected router
X-1201-3G-HES 12x1 3G/HD/SD SDI video bypass protected router with clean / SoftSwitch™ capability
X-1201-3G-AES4 12x1 3G/HD/SD SDI video bypass protected router with 4 levels of AES (includes 2 AES breakout panels), must choose +U or +B
X-1201-3G-AES4-HES 12x1 3G/HD/SD SDI video bypass protected router with 4 levels of AES (includes 2 AES breakout panels) and clean / SoftSwitch™ capability, must choose +U or +B

Ordering Options
Notes • +B or +U option must be chosen when ordering an AES4 version
+B Balanced AES Audio Breakout Panel
+U Unbalanced AES Audio Breakout Panel
+2PS Redundant power supply
+BCP Blank front panel (removes local front control panel)

Accessories
X-120XH-PANEL Additional Remote Control Panel (works in addition to or in replacement of the local front control panel)
X-1201ABO-BP Unbalanced AES Audio Breakout Panel with Bypass Relays
X-1201ABOB-BP Balanced AES Audio Breakout Panel with Bypass Relays