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RB-VHCMD16 3G/HD/SD-SDI Embedder & De-Embedder 16 Channel Digital I/O

Redbox LogoThe RB-VHCMD16 is a 16-channel de-embedder and 16 channel embedder combined into a single 19-inch rack unit.

The unit selectively de-embeds any channel within any audio group contained within the video stream to any of the digital outputs. After which, the video becomes two independent streams, where the audio groups can be selectively deleted or passed through. The unit then embeds any of the digital input channels to available groups within each of the two video streams, which are then re-clocked and sent to the SDI outputs.

The de-embedding and embedding channel routing is controlled via the front panel buttons and indicators. There is also LED indication for SDI input status and audio group presence.

The unit can be remote controlled via ethernet or serial port connections using the Sonifex SCi software.

It has a triple rate SDI receiver with automatic input rate detection and equalisation along with two re-clocked and individually buffered SDI outputs. It supports the full range of 3G, HD and SD standards from NTSC and PAL up to 1080p 60Hz.

Each digital input is normally sample rate converted to 48kHz before embedding, so that it is synchronous to the video input. Though sample rate conversion can be bypassed on a per bank basis allowing SMPTE-337M data to be embedded. All digital outputs are output at 48kHz, synchronous to the video input.

The digital inputs and outputs can be selected as AES or S/PDIF via jumpers situated inside the unit. The balanced AES/EBU and unbalanced S/PDIF I/O connections are paralleled, allowing one type to be used per input or output.