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Ensemble Designs BrightEye 90 HD Up-, Down-, Cross- & ARC-Converter with AES Audio

BH #ENBE90 • MFR #BE90
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Ensemble Designs BrightEye 90 HD Up-, Down-, Cross- & ARC-Converter with AES Audio
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Ensemble Designs BE90 Overview

The BrightEye 90 HD Up-, Down-, Cross- & ARC-Converter with AES Audio from Ensemble Designs is a converter that can be used to up-convert, down-convert, or cross-convert analog and digital video signals. The unit can also perform aspect-ratio conversion. A built in frame synchronizer allows you to input asynchronous signals and an external reference input allows for genlock to a house reference. The unit will faithfully pass all vertical interval data and closed-captioning information.

This unit also handles embedded audio and discreet AES digital audio streams. It will support up to (16) channels of embedded audio, safely bypassing it around video processing. Two of the four embedded audio groups are available for mixing. The AES input-output ports can be configured for (8) channels of incoming or outgoing audio. The mixer can also be used with AES channels.

The front-panel interface offers control of input selection, gain control, and test patterns, among other parameters. The unit can also be controlled through the BrightEye software package that is included with that unit and compatible with both Windows and Mac platforms. LEDs on the front panel provide a visual indicator of channel status.

Note:
Please note that a power supply is not included with the unit and must be purchased separately.
Analog & Digital Video Conversion
Use this device to up-, down-, or cross-convert analog and digital video, as well as convert aspect ratios.
Audio Support
This unit handles embedded audio and discreet AES digital audio streams.
Controls
The unit can be controlled through the push buttons on the converter's faceplate or through the proprietary software package included with the unit.
OS Compatibility
The converter will work on both Windows and Mac operating systems.

Ensemble Designs BE90 Specs

Construction
Metal, plastic
Finish
Blue, silver
Inputs
ANALOG VIDEO INPUT
Quantity: x1
Type: analog composite PAL or NTSC
Resolution: digitized at 12 bits
Impedance: 75Ω
Return loss: >40dB
Input DC: +/-1VDC
Input hum: <100mV

SERIAL DIGITAL INPUT
Quantity: x1
Signal type:
270Mbs SD serial digital (SMPTE 259M)
1.485Gbs HD serial digital (SMPTE 274M or 296M)
Impedance: 75Ω
Return loss: >15dB
Maximum cable length:
984 ft (300m) for 270 Mbs
328 ft (100m) for 1.485 Gbs

REFERENCE INPUT
Quantity: x1
Type:
1Vp-p Composite Video
PAL or NTSC
Tri-level sync
Impedance: 75Ω
Return loss: >40dB

AES/EBU DIGITAL INPUTS
Quantity: x4 (total of eight channels, selectable as inputs or outputs)
Type: AES3id
Connector: coaxial, 75Ω
Bit depth: 20 and 24 bit
Sample rate: 30KHz to 96KHz (sample rate converted internally to 48KHz)
Reference level: -18 or -20dBFS (selectable)

Outputs
ANALOG VIDEO OUTPUT
Quantity: x1
Type: Composite PAL or NTSC
Return loss: >40 dB
Output DC: <100mV

SERIAL DIGITAL OUTPUT
Quantity: x2
Type:
HD serial digital 1.485 Gbs (SMPTE 274M or 296M)
SD serial digital 270Mbs (SMPTE 259M-C)
Processing: 12 and 16 bit
Impedance: 75Ω
Return loss: >15dB
Maximum cable length:
328 ft (100m) for HD
984 ft (300m) for SD
(Belden 1694A or equiv.)
HD standards supported:
1080i (SMPTE 274M -4,5,6) 50, 59.94 or 60Hz
720p (SMPTE 296M -1,2,3) 50, 59.94 or 60Hz
1080p (SMPTE 274M -9,10,11) 23.98,24, 25Hz
1080sF (RP211 -14,15,16) 23.98, 24, 25Hz

AES/EBU DIGITAL VIDEO OUTPUT
Quantity: x4 (total of eight channels, selectable as inputs or outputs)
Type: AES3id
Connectors: coaxial, 75Ω
Bit depth: 24 bit
Sample rate:
48KHz
Synchronous to video output
Reference level: -18 or -20dBFS (selectable)

EMBEDDED OUTPUT (in serial output)
Group assignment: two of four groups
Channels: x16 passed
Bit depth: 24 bit

MONITOR OUTPUT
Quantity: x1
Connector: HDMI

AUDIO MONITORING OUTPUT
Quantity: x1  (select from eight channels)

Connector: 3.5mm stereo mini jack
Power
12V, 7W

*100 to 230VAC modular power supply not included
Dimensions
1.7 x 5.625 x 5.5" (40 x 143 x 140mm) including connectors
Weight
Not specified by manufacturer
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.1 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.8 x 7.9 x 2.4"

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