Sierra Video View Multi-Viewer MV-XX - Manual (Page 27)

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Input card configurations
The Sierra View may be fitted with up to sixteen VIP1 or VIP2 video input cards, or any
combination of the two types. Frame configuration options also include video loop-
through and external audio I/O cards, which will reduce the total capacity available for
video input cards.
VIP1 video cards support the following standards:
Composite video PAL/NTSC, CVBS - 1Vpp
SDI - SMPTE 259M
DVI-I - digital or analog component, 1920 x 1080
S-Video (Y/C)
Component video RGB/YUV
The VIP2 video card supports HD-SDI up to SMPTE 292M 3G, in addition to the
standards supported by the VIP1 card.
The CPU and PSU modules are located in fixed positions within both the single and dual
multi-viewer frames. Video and audio cards are installed in the remaining slots.
Note:
I/O cards are hot-swappable and may be freely inserted and removed while the unit is
powered. Changes are normally recognized immediately, however inserting analog cards
may force a system reset. This is not harmful and the inserted cards will always be
recognized following a reboot.
Video Inputs
Separate rear connector modules of the required type are fitted to allow interfacing with
each input card. These are available with different combinations of BNC and Microcross
DVI-I connectors to suit the application. Alternative interfaces, such as for fiber, are also
available. A single BNC connector is used for formats such as SDI, HD-SDI and
composite video. For S-Video, two BNC connectors are required, for RGB/YUV three
BNC connectors are required.
Most video input card connector modules are also equipped with an 8 x GPI port,
although in some instances, insufficient space is available.