4 Channel HD Video Processor Model 6316

The Model 6316 is a 4 Channel HD Video Processor Controller.  It is often referred to as a Video Concentrator Multiplexor (VCM).

What is a VCM?

A video concentrator multiplexor (VCM) is a device used to receive, process, and manage multiple video input streams. Firstly, it consolidates several video channels into a single output stream or multiple streams with customised content. In addition, the VCM synchronises incoming video feeds.  As well as it applies time stamps, and can overlay additional data such as system status or region-specific information.  Finally, it ensures precise timing and organisation of video data.  Therefore, making it useful in applications requiring detailed video analysis and synchronisation.  Such as military training ranges and surveillance systems.

Model 6316: 4 Channel HD Video Processor Controller

The 6316 receives up to 4 independent channels of SD-SDI video.  In SMPTE 259M and HD-SDI Video per SMPTE 292, SMPTE 424M formats.   Therefore, any of these video payloads may be applied to any input channel at any time.  The unit will synchronise and decode it.

Another feature of the 4 Channel HD Video Processor is that it reads up to two VANC KLV ancillary packets. The content consists of a Microsecond timestamp packet and Stripe Data overlays on command, key stripe and system status. The Microsecond timestamp packet comes from Model 6316’s time master. It can also be synchronised to a GPS time within 25±20 ns. Generated by an internal 12 channel GPS receiver or ±2 microsecond of a stratum 1 NTP server.

The four incoming HD-SDI video streams contains video images that have been captured at the same time ±1 frame time. Controls enable the operator to select vertical segments or lines of any of the incoming streams to appear in the output stream. These segments are also called Region of Interest Stripes (ROIS) and may be placed in any order and on any output stream. An 80-character LCD and 12 button keypad may be used to examine status and perform certain setup functions.