PHABRIX SxA AES
Order Code: PHSXAES
Available: Now
enquiryFeatures
The PHABRIX SxA was introduced in 2008 as the world's first hand held multi-standard video test signal generator, analyser and monitor including AES audio testing and monitoring. With testing for 3G-SDI, HD-SDI and SD-SDI supported as standard, the PHABRIX SxA has been continually advanced through the provision of regular product updates and feature rich options. It has become a firm favourite with engineers worldwide who require a small, portable, easy to use precision instrument for broadcast infrastructure test and measurement.
Features
- Combined generator, analyser and monitor
- Full support 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, SD-SDI
- Truely a hand held instrument for an engineer who needs mobility
- Full generator, 32 patterns, moving zone plate and custom
- Analysis includes waveform, vectorscope, data toolsets
- 16 channels embedded audio, level meters
- Full AES audio, 16 independent tones
- Dolby E generation and analysis (option)
- Small profile, rugged aluminium case
- Low power consumption (9W)
- Lithium polymer rechargeable battery 2-3 hours tether free operation
- Ethernet upgrade, connect and download for firmware and software
- Cool operation
- 2 year warranty. UK designed and manufactured
Simplicity in Use
The PHABRIX SxA's intuitive interface and logical workflow allows the professional engineer to quickly select from generator, analyzer and monitor toolsets. Feedback is smooth and interactive clearly displaying a full range of test and measurement toolsets on its large 4.3" 16:9 colour TFT screen.
The PHABRIX SxA also offers auto Bi-level, Tri-level and SDI genlock with cross lock capability which is so important for a range of broadcast applications. CRC error detection, video aspect ratio detection and SMPTE 351 display are some of the many sophisticated tools as standard. The PHABRIX SxA can be further enhanced with a range of options.
State-of-the-Art Technology
PHABRIX has employed the very best state of the art technologies within its product line up. With all products, upgrades are available via password protected codes which can be downloaded and entered into the PHABRIX SxA on-the-fly. Firmware upgrades use the in-built Ethernet connection to enter software as it becomes available or via the website under Support.
Extensive audio support
In addition the Sx range of instruments can be further enhanced with a range of software options available on the platform. A simple software code will unlock these at any time.
- SDI analysis and anciallary packet analyzer
- Command scripts and print report
- Advanced formats
- Programmable moving zone plate
- Dolby E bitstream analyser
- Dolby E bitstream generator
- Ancillary status
- Enhanced remote control
- Remote control
The PHABRIX SxA is ideal for studio, OB, and lab environments operating from either the internal battery or via the included mains adaptor. Compared to the expense of heavy bench bound products several PHABRIX SxA’s can be obtained allowing an engineer to have his own personal extensive on the go solution for the most sophisticated broadcast T&M requirement.
The PHABRIX SxA has a built-in Ethernet connectivity for remote operation allowing an engineer to interrogate the PHABRIX SxA from anywhere with an Ethernet connection. A simple two second press of the control thumb dial takes a snapshot of the PHABRIX SxA screen for download later. Sophisticated data logging is also provided for 24/7 monitoring of over 10,000 entries.
Technical Awards
The PHABRIX SxA has been awarded the prestigious IABM Peter Wayne Award for Design and Innovation at IBC 2008' along with Broadcast Engineering's 'Pick Hit' at IBC 2008. In 2009. The PHABRIX SxA was also presented with a BIRTV award in Beijing China.
Specification
PHABRIX SxA AES Specifications
Monitor Details
| Display resolution | 480 x 272 pixels auto scaling |
| Display type | 16:9 24 bit colour TFT |
| Display size | 95 x 54 mm |
| Processing | All digital |
Video
| SDI | 3G-SDI, HD-SDI SD-SDI |
| Outputs | 1 x 75 Ohm BNC |
| Inputs | 1 x 75 Ohm BNC |
| Genlock | Bi/Tri/SDI with cross lock |
| Adjustable timing | 0 to 1 Frame |
| Text Ident | Yes with font, colour and point size |
| Logo ident | Yes |
| EDH | Yes (SD-SDI) |
Video Test Signal
| Resolution | 10 bits |
| Static Test patterns | 32+ including full frame |
| Moving Zone Plate | Yes |
| User defined | DPX,YUV,TGA,BMP |
| FORMATS | A full list of supported SMPTE formats for 3G, HD and SD can be supplied on request |
Audio
| Internal speaker | 0.5 watts |
| Audio DAC | 24 bit stereo |
| Headphone socket | 3.5 mm with auto line out |
| Generator/Monitor | 48 kHz 20-bit (SD-SDI) 24-bit (HD-SDI) |
| 16 channel embedded audio | Yes |
| AES output | 1 x 75 Ohm BNC |
| AES intput | 1 x 75 Ohm BNC |
Audio Test Signal
| Fixed tones | 17 |
| Variable tones | 1 Hz-24 Khz in 1Hz steps |
| Intermittent Tone | Yes |
| White noise generation | Yes |
| Audio levels variable | 0 to -100dB in 1dB steps |
| Audio phase invert | Yes |
General
| Navigation panel | 5 menu keys 8 custom select/program |
| Integral battery supply | Yes |
| Internal Storage | 1GB (upgradable) |
| Remote control | Web browser interface |
| Ethernet/USB | Yes |
| Carry case | Included |
| AC power supply | Included |
| Security | Kensington lock fitting |
| Size | H:92mm W: 225mm D: 42mm |
| Weight | 0.7kgs |
Ordering Information
| PHABRIX SxA | Code: PHSXAES |
Warranty
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Warranty
Up to 2 free years of product and telepone support. Register now
All PHABRIX products are covered with one year telephone and product support which can be increased to a free second year by registering online.The only items not covered by the warranty are screen faults and battery replacement.
Under the terms of our warranty a customer will be able to claim under the warranty for any defect in material and workmanship for a period of 1 years from the date of original delivery. The customer must register the purchase of a Product within 3 months from the date of purchase to obtain an additional one year warranty protection (total of two years) at the PHABRIX website www.phabrix.com or by returning by email or fax the enclosed warranty form shipped with each new product.
Under the terms of the warranty PHABRIX will supply replacement parts for those which prove defective and warranty labour if the defective equipment is returned freight prepaid either to PHABRIX in the UK or to an approved factory service depot.
This warranty does not include responsibility for any transportation or handling damage.
The warranty shall not apply if:
- PHABRIX finds that the Product or its component parts have been altered by unauthorised personnel;
- the customer installs, in the Product, parts not made or supplied by PHABRIX except such components specified by the PHABRIX; or
- if the Product was used or installed in a manner other than in accordance with the PHABRIX's instructions.
Warranty Return Policy
If the Product fails due to manufacturing defects, PHABRIX will either:
- repair the Product;
- replace the Product.
If the Product is deemed essential, PHABRIX shall, at its option, provide a loan Product(s). In the case of exchange, the defective Product shall be returned to the Supplier within fifteen (15) days of receipt of the replacement Product to the Supplier. In the case of a loan, the loaned Product must be returned to the Supplier within fifteen (15) days of receipt of the repaired Product from the Supplier. A completed loan form will be requested for this option.
If the loaned Product is not returned to the Supplier within this period, a Proforma Invoice will be issued by tPHABRIX. Once the Product has been returned a credit note will be created to cancel the Proforma Invoice.
Out of Warranty Repairs
The Supplier will perform out of warranty repairs in accordance with its published pricing schedule. All costs associated with shipping the Products to PHABRIX shall be borne by the customer, this includes freight, insurance as well as any and all brokerage fees.
Equipment Return Procedure
Before returning equipment to PHABRIX, the customer or distributor must first obtain a Return Authorisation (R.A.N.) number from PHABRIX. All costs associated with shipping the Products to the customer or distributor shall be borne by the customer this includes freight, insurance as well as any and all brokerage fees. All costs associated with the return of the Product to the customer will be borne by PHABRIX.
Warranty Service
Automatic product warranty will cover the first year from the date of invoice to the customer and end same date in the next calendar year. To extend the warranty for a further free year (providing two years in total) the product must be registered by the customer (not the distributor) on the warranty page at www.phabrix.com or in writing to PHABRIX Limited, Winchester Road, Burghclere, Newbury, Berkshire, RG20 9EQ + 44 (0) 1635 873030
Should the product develop a fault, the end user must confirm the fault is technical and not operator error by contacting PHABRIX or one of its international distributors.
If the product is deemed to be faulty from telephone support, the product must be returned for visual examination to confirm the fault either by the distributor or to PHABRIX UK. For international customers, you must approach your distributor contact fiorst in that country of sale.
If the customer has contacted the distributor then the distributor must then contact PHABRIX Limited to discuss whether the product should be replaced from stock or directly from PHABRIX.
If the product is faulty and cannot be repaired by the distributor, the distributor must obtain a RAN number by contacting PHABRIX UkK and include this form in the documentation sent back with the faulty product.
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Product Sheet
Simulation
To experience the functionality and ergonomic simplicity of the PHABRIX Sx please download the small application which runs on a Windows PC. All downloads have been checked for viruses and are clean.
SxA Version 0.10.0085 (30th June 2011): Click here to download and run the setup file.
SxE Version 0.10.0085 (30th June 2011): Click here to download and run the setup file.
Both the SxA or SxE products may be installed. This application will check for updates on the internet at startup.
The simulator may now be remote controlled by a user application to allow testing without requiring Sx hardware.
Multiple Simulators can be run on a PC using different port numbers to allow testing of large systems.
(Use the -P Port# command line option to set port numbers for each instance)
Downloads
Support
Sx Software & Manuals Releases
SxA/SxD/SxE system software
The software may be downloaded on the SxA/SxD/SxE itself by connecting to the internet and going to the System-Engineer page and pressing Download. If you are unable to connect the Sx to the internet directly, download the zip file and extract the contents to a local directory and then copy the files to the setup directory on the unit using FTP - see manual for further details on installing software.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Due to changes to Windows Server, Sx units are currently unable to download directly from our Web Site. Please use the FTP method described in our manual to perform upgrades. The simplest solution is to use our FTP client below.
| Version | Date | Software | Release notes | SxA Manual | SxD Manual | SxE Manual |
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| Current Release | ||||||
| 0.10.0109 | Feb 2nd 2012 | SxA SxD SxE |
Changes | SxA Manual | SxD Manual | SxE Manual |
| Previous Releases | ||||||
Remote control SDK Documentation and Utilities
A setup application is provided to install the tools and documentation into the correct places
Tools are installed under the Start Menu and documentation and code examples are installed in MyDocuments\PhabrixSx\PhabrixSx\RemoteApiSDK. Download and install the Simulator to find out which commands are associated with which display fields (use context menu to turn on display of remote command information)
| Version | For Software Version | Date | Utilities and Source | Documentation | |
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| 0.10.0104 | 0.10.0104 -> | Jan 31st 2011 | Applications, Examples & Docs Installer |
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| Previous Releases | |||||
Simple FTP Client for the Sx range
A setup application is provided to install the FTP Client.
This application simplifies downloading of the latest version for networks where a Proxy server is used and Sx units do not have direct access to the internet. It can also be used for simpler downloading of Screen dumps or Report files from an Sx.
| FTP Client Version | Release Date | Software |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4 | May 24th 2011 | Installer |