AJA 3G-AMA

Full description

The 3G-AMA is a 4-channel analog audio Embedder/Disembedder with support for 3G-SDI input and output up to 1080p-60. Audio disembedding is always functional, providing 4 analog outputs. Audio embedding is user selectable, on a channel-pair basis, to either pass 3G-SDI input audio or to embed input analog audio from the breakout cable. Analog audio levels are selectable. The 3G-AMA automatically detects and configures to the input video standard.

Features

 

• 3G-SDI Embedder/Disembedder
• 4-Channel Balanced Analog Audio I/O
• Supplied XLR breakout cable
• USB connectivity via AJA MiniConfig software
• Dipswitch configuration
• 5-20VDC Power

 

USB and Mini-Config Support

AJA’s free Mini-Config software can be used with any USB-enabled AJA Mini-Converter and provides an easy-to-use graphical interface with detailed information about the current input and output formats. Control all the parameters of any supported AJA Mini-Converter as well as loading firmware updates from AJA that add new features and functionality. 

Universal Power Supply

All AJA Mini-Converters ship with a Universal Power Supply that includes international plug connections for use around the world.

?Compact and Portable

AJA Mini-Converters are small enough to fit behind a monitor, in the back of a rack or directly on a camera rig. A locking power connector can't accidentally pull loose and an optional P-TAP power cable allows for battery power in remote locations.

AJA Quality Guaranteed

All AJA Mini-Converters are covered by a 5-year warranty and AJA's advanced replacement policy. If a replacement is necessary, AJA will ship a new unit immediately without the need to send the original unit back first, ensuring you are up and running again as quickly as possible.

AJA Mini-Matrix

Information on the complete line of AJA Mini-Converters is now available as a mobile app on iOS. The Mini-Converter product line is extensive and this app helps you find the right converter for any situation, wherever you are.

Individual products have links back to the main AJA website for more details and you can email product information directly from the app. The free AJA Mini Matrix app for iPad and iPhone is available now in the Apple iTunes Store.

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Tech Specs

Video Input

SDI, 1x BNC

 

• HD SMPTE 292/296M
• SD SMPTE 259M
• 3G SMPTE 424/425M

 

Input Formats

1 x 3Gb SDI (level A or B)

 

• 2048x1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
• 2048x1080psf 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
• 1920x1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
• 1920x1080psf 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
• 1920x1080i 25, 29.97, 30
• 1280x720p 50, 59.94, 60

 

1 x 1.5Gb SDI

 

• 2048x1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
• 2048x1080psf 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
• 1920x1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
• 1920x1080psf 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
• 1920x1080i 25, 29.97, 30
• 1280x720p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60

 

1 x 270Mb SDI

 

• 525i
• 625i

 

Video Output

 

• SDI, 1x BNC

 

Output Formats

Video Out is a delayed, reclocked version of Video In, at same frame rate, etc. Video Out is undefined when no input.

Video Latency

(time measured between video input and video output connector):

 

• SD (270 Mb) = 17.2 usec
• HD (1.5 Gb) = 6.3 usec
• 3G level A = 3.2 usec
• 3G level B = 6.1 usec

 

Audio Inputs and Outputs

 

• Balanced Analog Audio, 1 x 25 pin D female connector on converter, 4 channels in, 4 channels out.
• Breakout cable provided with 1 x 25 pin D male connector:
  • 4 x XLR female input breakout connectors (AES3 110 ohm)
  • 4 x XLR male output breakout connectors (AES3 110 ohm)

 

Digital Audio Converters

 

• 24-bit

 

Embedded Audio

 

• SMPTE 272M (SD): 20-bit, 48KHz synchronous
• SMPTE 299M (3G/HD): 24-bit, 48KHz synchronous
• Incoming embedded audio can be passed, removed, or overridden.
• Up to 16 channels supported.

 

NOTE: 2048x1080p/psf 29.97 and 30 formats support a maximum of 8 channels embedded audio. 

Embed Path Audio Latency

(time measured between audio input and video output connector):

 

• 1100 usec

 

Disembed Path Audio Latency

(time measured between video input and audio output connector):

 

• 1200 usec

 

Analog Audio Levels

Configured via MiniConfig software:

 

• Pro 1: 0 dBfs = +24 dBu
• Pro 2: 0 dBfs = +18 dBu
• Pro 3: 0 dBfs = +15 dBu
• Consumer 1: 0 dBfs = +12 dBu

 

User Controls

 

• External DIP switch
• USB port used with MiniConfig software application to configure device via PC/Mac

 

Power

+5-20VDC, 5 watts. Power Supply Required (included with purchase)

Environment

 

• Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 degrees C (32 to 104 degrees F)
• Operating Relative Humidity: 10-90% non-condensing
• Operating Altitude: <2,500 meters (<8,000 feet)
• Safe Storage Temperature (Power OFF): -40 to 60 degrees C (-40 to 140 degrees F)