3G/HD/SD/ASI/AES/Data Routing Switcher MFR-5000 Series

The MFR-5000 Series is a group of multi-format routing switchers supporting 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, SD-SDI, ASI, AES and RS-422 signals.

Link up to 10 Units

By linking multiple units, they can be used as a large-scale routing switcher. Up to 10 units can be linked together for expansions of up to 256×256 - 1024×32. Because of crosspoint considerations, configurations of 1024 input can have a maximum of 32 output, while 256 output can have a maximum of 256 input.

Outstanding Redundancy
With a routing switcher at the core of the system, various types of technologies and functions are installed for redundancy.
	CPU board redundancy (option): a secondary CPU board constantly monitors the operation of the primary board. If any of various types of irregularities occur, operation is immediately switched over to the secondary side so you enjoy continuous operation without down time.
	Power source redundancy (option): with 2 power units, the product responds flexibly to power unit irregularities and power supply troubles.
	Network redundancy (option): with a second Ethernet connection, you get stable operation of your remote control environment. With CPU redundancy, each interface can also have a backup (for details see below)
	Distributed control: when using multiple main units, if one goes down, another can continue to operate without being affected.
	Triple backup: a redundant CPU backs up settings data, and in addition settings data during normal operation can be manually backed up to each CPU board. In addition, the various statuses can be backed up to a PC.
	Direct control of main unit: the main unit has an LED display on the front. Since it can display settings and alarms, operation can be forcibly switched over on the main unit side in the event the remote environment goes down.

Matrix Partition Function
One routing switcher can be virtually partitioned to build any theoretical hierarchy, which creates possibilities for use in various operating forms.
E.g.:
	Fully independent switcher: a single case can be used as multiple routing switchers if multiple matrix partitions are made. This is effective when you wish to do multiple operations while avoiding source sharing.
	V/Key linking switcher: the matrix can be partitioned in two and video and key can be controlled in linkage with each other.
	3D switcher: partition the matrix in two and control the left and right channels of a stereo camera simultaneously to build a routing switcher supporting 3D.
	HD/SD simul switcher: two channels are provided for external synchronized input (REF IN), enabling both independent HD or SD operation or simul operation with HD/SD simultaneous control.

Various crosspoint control is possible aside from ordinary crosspoint switching.
	Salvo function
	-	Button registration type: multiple crosspoints can be assigned to any button. Separate settings can be made for each remote.
	-	Main unit registration type: the crosspoint is remembered on the main unit side and shared by all remotes. Enables simultaneous switching of multiple crosspoints.
	Link function: this can group and link multiple crosspoints.
	Level operation: this enables operation while switching the level subject to operation.
	Chop function: allows user to alternate between two input channels by repeatedly pressing and releasing one source button while pressing another source button.
	Monitor out output: enables output of any destination source to a dedicated monitoring channel.
	Prevention of incorrect operation: Crosspoint Inhibit/Source Inhibit/Destination Inhibit/Lock Other/Lock All/Lock Local

Remote Control Unit
The lineup of remote control units includes several types to suit your application. The number of units that can be connected is a maximum of 128, counting the main unit. This lets you build a flexible control environment by the way you partition the matrix and make operation level settings.
MFR-40RU: standard type
1U compact type
	40 buttons: light up in 3 colors (red/green/orange)
	Any function can be assigned to any button
	Power source redundant (AC adapter)
MFR-18RU: with LCD display
1U compact type
	18 buttons: light up in 3 colors (red/green/orange)
	Equipped with LCD display (7 colors) that can show source name and settings for each button
	Any function can be assigned to any button
	Power source redundant (AC adapter)
MFR-GPI: GPI Unit
FOR-A offers an option unit for GPI control. 1U size. Equipped with freely assignable GPI/O (128 channels) and 4 serial ports (D-sub 9 pin female). Supports system configuration.
System Links with Other Products Possible
The MFR-5000 enables tally linking with FOR-A’s video switcher HANABI Series and multi viewer MV Series. And when switching between sources on the MFR-5000 side, the source name displayed by the video switcher or multi viewer can also change automatically. It supports TSL and Harris protocol, enabling linkage to other companies’ products.
Outstanding Maintainability
Designed for maintainability, all boards and power units can be exchanged from the front without removing any cables connected in back.
MFR-39RU: LCD button/multi-functional setting type
2U type
	39 buttons: 13 buttons in 3 rows. Buttons with LCD display that can show source name and settings (7 colors)
	Apart from the main buttons, there are 10 function buttons that can be freely assigned (3 colors)
	Equipped with display showing status and settings menu display
	Ideal as a main control unit
	Power source redundant (AC adapter)
Supports Combinations of Multiple Remote Panels
Multiple remote control panels can be combined to make them function as a large-scale control panel.
	To have 128x128 full control + make system settings:
	SNMP Support
Remote monitoring by SNMP is supported. It can be integrated into an SNMP monitoring system. This way you can monitor various statuses, such as the power source, fan and CPU status, whether or not there is input or output of an SDI signal, and whether there are crosspoint errors, etc.
System Links with Other Products Possible
The MFR-5000 enables tally linking with FOR-A’s video switcher HANABI Series and multi viewer MV Series. And when switching between sources on the MFR-5000 side, the source name displayed by the video switcher or multi viewer can also change automatically. It supports TSL and Harris protocol, enabling linkage to other companies’ products.
Other Features
The MFR-5000 enables tally linking with FOR-A’s video switcher HANABI Series and multi viewer MV Series. And when switching between sources on the MFR-5000 side, the source name displayed by the video switcher or multi viewer can also change automatically. It supports TSL and Harris protocol, enabling linkage to other companies’ products.