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Topaz, Low Cost Routing Solutions The Topaz range of routers has been designed to meet the needs of both the broadcast and professional video user, offering a low cost solution, while avoiding technical compromises. Topaz Applications With broadcast quality, reliability, and affordability, Topaz is suited to many applications, including professional, corporate/industrial markets, educational uses and the AV and presentation markets. The Topaz Range The entire range of Topaz routers are compatible with the existing ranges of Quartz routers, remote control panels and control systems. They are also built to the same high standards of quality and reliability found in all Quartz products. The first four Topaz models released include Serial Video, High Definition, Analog Audio and Analog Video, with a continuing roadmap of additional models to follow. Each format is available in 16x16 or 32x32 matrix sizes. Each Topaz unit is shipped ready to use. WinSetup configuration software is also included to allow user configuration at any time. Each of the Topaz models can work standalone, or combined with additional Topaz frames to build multi-level routing systems. Power You Can Rely On The Topaz router is powered from an external power supply unit which uses high reliability bayonet locking connectors. An optional redundant supply is available for guaranteed continual operation, while a mounting tray securely supports both of the power supplies without the need for additional rack space. TOPAZ RANGE KEY FEATURES Full broadcast specifications Silent operation convection cooled Powerful built-in control systems Q-Link and Serial control Ethernet control Optional Local Control panel Compatible with all Quartz routers and remote control panels Frames can be segmented into multiple smaller routers Optional power supply tray Redundant power supply option Bayonet locking power connectors

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Topaz-SD handles a wide range of digital signals up to 360Mb/s. Typically used to carry SDI or ASI signals at 270Mb/s or 360MB/s, Topaz-SD will also handle lower bit rate signals since it does not re-clock inputs or outputs. Embedded Audio Signals carried on the SDI signal are passed through transparently.

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CONFIGURATION Inputs/Outputs: SD VIDEO INPUTS Signal Level: Impedance: Return Loss, 5-270 MHz: Cable equalization Belden 8281, BBC PSF1/2: BBC PSF1/3: Connectors: SD VIDEO OUTPUTS Signal Level: Impedance: Return Loss, 5-270 MHz: Dc offset: Connectors: SIGNAL PATH Rise/fall times: Path length: Output jitter: CONTROL Q-Link to remote panels: Cable type: Max length: Serial RS232/422: Signal: Connector: Ethernet: SWITCHING REFERENCE Reference inputs: Signal level: Impedance: Line switching: POWER Supply, external: Power consumption: Connections: Power Fail Alarm Output: Relay contact Connector Redundant PSU: PHYSICAL Height: Width: Depth: Weight: Frame: PSU: Operating temp.(ambient): Specification maintained (ambient): Humidity: Ventilation:

Fixed at 16x16 or 32x32 800mV p-p nominal 75 terminating 15dB 250m min 150m min BNC 800mV p-p +/- 10% 75 terminating 15dB 0 +/- 0.5V BNC 0.4 to 1.5ns 12ns, typical 0.2UI p-p with<250m input cable 75 video cable 500m RS232/422 D9 socket RJ45 Analog 625 or 525 1V p-p +/- 3dB 75 Lines 6/319 (625) Lines 10/273 (525) 90-264V, 50/60Hz universal 20Watts Two pin bayonet locking rated 250mA, 50v screw terminals Optional 2U 19 rack mount 120mm 1.45Kg 0.4Kg 0-40oC 10-30oC 10-90% non-condensing Natural convection ORDERING INFORMATION Part Number Description 16 x 16 QT-SD-1616 QT-SD-3232 32 x 32 OPTIONS QT-PS QT-TL QT-TR Redundant power supply Lefthand power supply support tray Righthand power supply support tray

Tel: +44 (0)118 935 0200 www.quartzuk.com

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Topaz-HD offers a full 1.5Gb/s bandwidth to handle uncompressed HD signals. Automatic Sample Rate Detection on the input equalizers allows any mix of HD and SD signals in the same unit. Up to 95m of cable equalization is provided at HD data rates (250m at SD rates)

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CONFIGURATION Inputs/Outputs:

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HD VIDEO INPUTS Signal Level: 800mV p-p nominal Impedance: 75 terminating Return Loss, 5-1485MHz: 15dB Cable equalization at 1485MHz Belden 8281: 95m min Connectors: BNC HD VIDEO OUTPUTS Signal Level: Impedance: Return Loss, 5-1485MHz: Dc offset: Connectors: SIGNAL PATH Rise/fall times: Output jitter: CONTROL Q-Link to remote panels: Cable type: Max length: Serial RS232/422: Signal: Connector: Ethernet: SWITCHING REFERENCE Reference inputs: Signal level: Impedance: Line switching: POWER Supply, external: Power consumption: Connections: Power Fail Alarm Output: Relay contact Connector Redundant PSU: PHYSICAL Height: Width: Depth: Weight: Frame: PSU: Operating temp.(ambient): Specification maintained (ambient): Humidity: Ventilation: 800mV p-p +/- 10% 75 terminating 15dB 0 +/- 0.5V BNC 200 to 400ps <200ps

75 video cable 500m RS232/422 D9 socket RJ45 Analog 625 or 525 1V p-p +/- 3dB or 1-4V pulses 75 Lines 6/319, (SMPTE RP-168) 90-264V, 50/60Hz universal 20Watts Two pin bayonet locking rated 250mA, 50v screw terminals Optional 2U 19 rack mount 120mm 1.45Kg 0.4Kg 0-40oC 10-30oC 10-90% non-condensing Natural convection

ORDERING INFORMATION Part Number Description 16 x 16 QT-HD-1616 QT-HD-3232 32 x 32 OPTIONS QT-PS QT-TL QT-TR Redundant power supply Lefthand power supply support tray Righthand power supply support tray

Tel: +44 (0)118 935 0200 www.quartzuk.com

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Topaz-AV provides excellent performance and reliability at an exceptional price for any analog video application. Full Broadcast Specifications with 75 Ohm terminating inputs. DC Restored Inputs and vertical interval switching for disturbance free switches. Component Video signals can be handled by stacking multiple units, or internally splitting the unit into several virtual levels. This allows support of many formats by simple configuration changes.
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CONFIGURATION Inputs/Outputs: AV VIDEO INPUTS Nominal signal Level: Video signal: Sync pulses (separate H+V) Max signal level dc restored inputs video signal sync pulse (separate H+V) dc coupled inputs video Impedance: Return Loss, 5-270 MHz: dc on input (dc restored) Connectors: AV VIDEO OUTPUTS Impedance: Return Loss to 5.5MHz: dc on output: Connectors: INSERTION GAIN Insertion gain: Gain spread between inputs: LINEAR DISTORTION HF response 15kHz to 5.5MHz: 5.5 to 10Mhz: 10MHz to 100MHz: above 100MHz: LF response, tilt at 50Hz: Y-C gain inequality Y-C delay inequality NON-LINEAR DISTORTION Differential Gain (10-90% APL): Differential Phase (10-90% APL) Path length, typical: Timing spread at 4.43MHz: One output: All outputs

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1v p-p 2v p-p +6dB 2.5v p-p +/- 0.7v 75 terminating 40dB +/- 3v BNC 75 40dB +/- 50mV BNC +/- 0.1dB +/- 0.05dB

CONTROL Q-Link to remote panels: Cable type: Max length: Serial RS232/422: Signal: Connector: Ethernet: SWITCHING REFERENCE Reference inputs: Signal level: Impedance: dc on input: Switching occurs on Line: Field or frame rate: POWER Supply, external: Power consumption: Connections: Power Fail Alarm Output: Relay contact Connector Redundant PSU: PHYSICAL Height: Width: Depth: Weight: Frame: PSU: Operating temp.(ambient): Specification maintained (ambient): Humidity: Ventilation:

75 video cable 500m RS232/422 D9 socket RJ45 Analog 625 or 525 1V p-p +6dB, -3dB looping +/- 1v 6/319 Selectable 90-264V, 50/60Hz 20Watts Two pin bayonet locking rated 250mA, 50v screw terminals Optional 2U 19 rack mount 260mm 1.45Kg 0.4Kg 0-40oC 10-30oC 10-90% non-condensing Natural convection

+/- 0.1dB +/- 0.2dB +0.5, -1.0dB smooth roll off +/- 0.5% +/- 0.5% +/- 5nsec 0.25% 0.15o 13nsec typical +/- 1o +/- 2o

UNWANTED RESIDUAL EFFECTS Crosstalk, at 5.5MHz worst case: -60dB Noise to 5.5Mz -70dBrms

ORDERING INFORMATION Part Number Description 16 x 16 QT-AV-1616 QT-AV-3232 32 x 32 OPTIONS QT-PS QT-TL QT-TR Redundant power supply Lefthand power supply support tray Righthand power supply support tray

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Topaz-AA may be used as a companion audio router, working with Topaz video routers, or as a standalone audio router. With its outstanding performance the Topaz-AA even suits the most demanding audio applications. Timecode Signals may be passed through Topaz-AA, even when shuttling tape. Each Topaz-AA Frame carries two channels of audio. Frames may be stacked when additional channels are required or split into sections to add channels in the same frame.

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CONFIGURATION Inputs/Outputs: AA VIDEO INPUTS Signal Level: Impedance: Common Mode Rejection: Typical at 50/60Hz: Nominal 20Hz to 3kHz: Nominal 3Khz to 20kHz: Common Mode Level: Connectors AA VIDEO OUTPUTS Impedance: dc on output: Connectors: SIGNAL PATH Insertion gain: Frequency response: 20Hz to 20KHz: 20Khz to 150kHz: Delay between two routes: Total harmonic distortion: -10dBu to +20dBu: Crosstalk 20Hz to 20kHz Noise (un-weighted) 20Hz to 20kHz CONTROL Q-Link to remote panels: Cable type: Max length: Serial RS232/422: Signal: Connector: Ethernet: POWER Supply, external: Power consumption: Connections: Power Fail Alarm Output: Relay contact Connector Redundant PSU: PHYSICAL Height: Width: Depth: Weight: Frame: PSU: Operating temp.(ambient): Specification maintained (ambient): Humidity: Ventilation:

Fixed at 16x16 or 32x32 Stereo 0dB nominal, +24dBu max 20kW 40dB -100dBu -80dBu -60dBu +27dBu maximum, no signal D50 female 40 balanced +/- 50mV D50 female +/- 0.1dB +/- 0.05dB +/- 0.25dB -3dB 1msec 0.02%, 0.01% typical -80dB -85dB rms

75 video cable 500m RS232/422 D9 socket RJ45

90-264V, 50/60Hz universal 20Watts Two pin bayonet locking rated 250mA, 50v screw terminals Optional 2U 19 rack mount 120mm 1.45Kg 0.4Kg 0-40oC 10-30oC 10-90% non-condensing Natural convection

ORDERING INFORMATION Part Number Description 16 x 16 QT-AA-1616 QT-AA-3232 32 x 32 OPTIONS QT-PS QT-TL QT-TR Redundant power supply Lefthand power supply support tray Righthand power supply support tray

Tel: +44 (0)118 935 0200 www.quartzuk.com

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