Extron electronic BBG 6 A User manual

Category
AV equipment stands
Type
User manual

Extron electronic BBG 6 A creates broadcast quality blackburst reference signals, SMPTE color bars, and 1 kHz audio tones to aid in the setup and troubleshooting of video and audio systems in professional broadcast, post-production, and industrial environments. With its multiple outputs and easily selectable options, the BBG 6 A is a versatile tool for testing and calibrating various types of video and audio equipment. The blackburst outputs can be used to synchronize multiple devices to a common reference signal, while the color bars can be used to check color accuracy and alignment.

Extron electronic BBG 6 A creates broadcast quality blackburst reference signals, SMPTE color bars, and 1 kHz audio tones to aid in the setup and troubleshooting of video and audio systems in professional broadcast, post-production, and industrial environments. With its multiple outputs and easily selectable options, the BBG 6 A is a versatile tool for testing and calibrating various types of video and audio equipment. The blackburst outputs can be used to synchronize multiple devices to a common reference signal, while the color bars can be used to check color accuracy and alignment.

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Extron
BBG 6 A
Blackburst,
Color Bars, and
Audio Generator
Monitor
Projector
Color Bars
Signal
Blackburst
Signal
VTR
Camera
Character
Generator
Mixer
www.extron.com
© 2008 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved.
Pricing and specifications may change without notice.
USA West
+1.714.491.1500 / +800.633.9876
+1.714.491.1517 FAX
USA East
+1.919.863.1794 / +800.633.9876
+1.919.863.1797 FAX
China
+86.21.3760.1568 / +400.883.1568
+86.21.3760.1566 FAX
Japan
+81.3.3511.7655
+81.3.3511.7656 FAX
Europe
+31.33.453.4040 / +800.3987.6673
+31.33.453.4050 FAX
Dubai
+971.4.2991800
+971.4.2991880 FAX
Asia
+65.6383.4400 / +800.7339.8766
+65.6383.4664 FAX
www.extron.com
© 2008 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved.
Pricing and specifications may change without notice.
USA West
+1.714.491.1500 / +800.633.9876
+1.714.491.1517 FAX
USA East
+1.919.863.1794 / +800.633.9876
+1.919.863.1797 FAX
China
+86.21.3760.1568 / +400.883.1568
+86.21.3760.1566 FAX
Japan
+81.3.3511.7655
+81.3.3511.7656 FAX
Europe
+31.33.453.4040 / +800.3987.6673
+31.33.453.4050 FAX
Dubai
+971.4.2991800
+971.4.2991880 FAX
Asia
+65.6383.4400 / +800.7339.8766
+65.6383.4664 FAX
t e S t G e n e r a t o r S & M e a S u r e M e n t p r o d u c t S
BBG 6 A
Blackburst, Color Bars, and Audio Generator
FeaTures
Broadcast quality blackburst reference signals
Six outputs on female BNC
connectors for creating blackburst reference signals to feed into genlockable devices.
Broadcast quality SMPTE color bars for NTSC and full-field 8-color bars for PAL
Two of the blackburst outputs also provide standard SMPTE color bars for NTSC and
full-field 8-bars for PAL, selectable via DIP switch for easy troubleshooting and alignment.
Integrated 1 kHz audio tone generator
Built-in audio generator offers 1 kHz,
balanced or unbalanced output on captive screw connectors for simplified audio
troubleshooting. The output level is switchable from +4 dBu to -10 dBV via DIP switch.
Selectable +4 dBu or -10 dBV audio output
NTSC/PAL switchable
Power indicator LED for easy troubleshooting
1U, quarter rack width metal enclosure
Rack, under-desk, and projector-mountable
External universal power supply included, part # 70-055-01Provides worldwide
power compatibility
descrIPTIon
The Extron BBG 6 A Blackburst, Color Bars, and Audio Generator offers six broadcast
quality, NTSC or PAL blackburst output signals, allowing a variety of video equipment to be
genlocked to a common reference signal. The blackburst signal consists of three reference
signal components: vertical sync, horizontal sync, and color burst. The first two outputs can
also provide broadcast quality NTSC SMPTE Color Bars or PAL full-field Color Bars test patterns,
selectable via a DIP switch. Additionally, the BBG 6 A includes a 1 kHz audio generator with
balanced or unbalanced audio on captive screw connectors. Part of the VersaTools
®
line of
products, the BBG 6 A is housed in a 1U, quarter rack width metal enclosure, making it ideal
for installation in equipment racks as well as small spaces or portable field use.
Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 ohms
Sync level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 IRE for NTSC, 43 IRE for PAL
Color burst level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 IRE for NTSC, 43 IRE for PAL
Setup level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.5 IRE (NTSC) or 0 IRE (PAL)
Tolerance for all levels . . . . . . . . . ±3%
Sub carrier level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NTSC: 3.579545 ±3 Hz, PAL: 4.433618 ±3 Hz
coLor bars ouTPuT
Number / Signal type . . . . . . . . . . . 2 color bars, switchable, standard SMPTE bars for NTSC, full field 8-bar for PAL
Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 BNC female
Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NTSC 3.58, PAL
Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 ohms
Sync level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 IRE for NTSC, 43 IRE for PAL
Color burst level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 IRE for NTSC, 43 IRE for PAL
Setup level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NTSC, 7.5 IRE; PAL, 0 IRE
White level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 IRE
Tolerance for all levels . . . . . . . . . ±3%
Subcarrier levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NTSC 3.579545 ±3 Hz, PAL 4.433618 ±3 Hz
audIo ouTPuT
Number / Signal type . . . . . . . . . . . 1 set (L and R) of stereo sine waves, balanced or unbalanced
Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5 pole
Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 ohms unbalanced, 100 ohms balanced
Signal level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Selectable: professional level, +4 dBu (1.23 V) balanced; or
consumer level, -10 dBV (316 mV) unbalanced
THD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.1%
Tolerance for all levels . . . . . . . . . ±3%
Signal frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 kHz
GeneraL
External power supply . . . . . . . . . 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.5 watts, external, to 12 VDC, 1 A, regulated
power supply
Power input requirements . . . . . 12 VDC, 0.2 A (max.)
Rack mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes, with optional rack shelves (See optional accessories)
Enclosure type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Metal
Enclosure dimensions . . . . . . . . . . 1.7" H x 4.3" W x 3.0" D (1U high, quarter rack wide
4.3 cm H x 10.9 cm W x 7.6 cm D)
(Depth excludes connectors)
Product / Shipping weight . . . . . 0.4 lbs (0.2 kg) / 3 lbs (2 kg)
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 years parts and labor
Note: All nominal levels are at ±10%. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
sPecIFIcaTIons
bLackbursT ouTPuT
Number / Signal type . . . . . . . . . . . 6 blackburst (two can be switched to color bars)
Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 BNC female
Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RS-170A standard for NTSC 3.58, CCIR 624-4 standard for PAL
ModeL VersIon descrIPTIon ParT #
BBG 6 A Blackburst, Color Bars & Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-535-01
The Vector scope measurement plots the
broadcast quality Color Bars output of
the BBG 6 A
APL = 40.8%
System Line L 22 F1 Angle (deg) 0.0
Gain x 1.000
0.000 dB
525 Line NTSC
Setup 7.5%
oPTIonaL accessorIes ModeL descrIPTIon PaGe ParT #
RSU 129 1U 9.5" Deep Universal Rack Shelf Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 819 60-190-01
RSF 123 1U 3.5" Deep VersaTools
®
Rack Shelf Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 819 60-190-20
RSB 129 1U 9.5" Deep Basic Rack Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 820 60-604-01
RSB 123 1U 3.5" Deep Basic Rack Shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 818 60-604-20
MBU 123 VersaTools
®
Mini Under-Desk Mount Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 815 70-212-01
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Extron electronic BBG 6 A User manual

Category
AV equipment stands
Type
User manual

Extron electronic BBG 6 A creates broadcast quality blackburst reference signals, SMPTE color bars, and 1 kHz audio tones to aid in the setup and troubleshooting of video and audio systems in professional broadcast, post-production, and industrial environments. With its multiple outputs and easily selectable options, the BBG 6 A is a versatile tool for testing and calibrating various types of video and audio equipment. The blackburst outputs can be used to synchronize multiple devices to a common reference signal, while the color bars can be used to check color accuracy and alignment.

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