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Downconverter Manual
This manual contains safety information and information for installing, configuring, and operating a Downconverter (IDC‑1500, IDC‑2027, IDC‑3239, IDC‑6475).
Downconverter
Installation and configuration
Designed to be compact and fully weatherproof, the Real Freedom Downconverter can be temporarily installed almost anywhere or permanently on the roof of an outside broadcast van.
Connections
Connect a downconverter to a receiver

Products
Product manuals and datasheets of BSI products.
- Mini-Tx UHD
  Provides detailed information and instructions on how to use, operate, assemble, install, troubleshoot, or maintain the Mini-Tx UHD.
- Real Freedom Receiver
  Provides detailed information and instructions on how to use, operate, assemble, install, troubleshoot, or maintain the Real Freedom Receiver.
- Downconverter
  Provides detailed information and instructions on how to use, operate, assemble, install, troubleshoot, or maintain the Downconverter.
  - Downconverter Manual
    This manual contains safety information and information for installing, configuring, and operating a Downconverter (IDC‑1500, IDC‑2027, IDC‑3239, IDC‑6475).
    - Downconverter
      - Introduction
        The Real Freedom Downconverter is a key component of BSI’s Real Freedom wireless camera system. It receives signals in the broadcast transmit band and down-converts them to a UHF signal of between 50 MHz and 850 MHz. The UHF signal is then fed to a receiver via a coaxial cable.
      - Installation and configuration
        Designed to be compact and fully weatherproof, the Real Freedom Downconverter can be temporarily installed almost anywhere or permanently on the roof of an outside broadcast van.
        Overview
        Preparation
        Pole mount a downconverter
        Surface mount a downconverter
        Connections
        Connect an antenna to a downconverter
        Connect a downconverter to a receiver
        Connect a downconverter to a fiber remote unit
        Connect a data transmitter to a downconverter
        Configure a downconverter
      - Operation
        Once connected to the system and configured, no further changes are required to the downconverters during the routine operation of the Real Freedom system.
      - Troubleshooting
        This chapter provides troubleshooting information for Real Freedom Downconverters.
      - Maintenance
        This chapter describes the maintenance, cleaning, and storage procedures for Real Freedom Downconverters.
      - Technical data
        Technical drawings, specifications, and connector pinouts for the Real Freedom Downconverter.
      - Safety and regulatory compliance
        Important safety and electromagnetic compatibility information.
  - Datasheet
    The Real Freedom Downconverter receives signals in the broadcast transmit band and down-converts them to a UHF signal of between 50 MHz and 850 MHz. The UHF signal is then fed to a receiver via a coaxial cable.
- Data Transmitter
  Provides detailed information and instructions on how to use, operate, assemble, install, troubleshoot, or maintain the Data Transmitter.
- Fiber Antenna Extender
  Provides detailed information and instructions on how to use, operate, assemble, install, troubleshoot, or maintain the Fiber Antenna Extender.
- Active UHF Splitter
  Provides detailed information and instructions on how to use, operate, assemble, install, troubleshoot, or maintain the Active UHD Splitter
- Fiber Base (Rack Mount)
  Provides detailed information and instructions on how to use, operate, assemble, install, troubleshoot, or maintain the Fiber Base (Rack Mount) unit.
- Camera Back Transmitter
  Provides detailed information and instructions on how to use, operate, assemble, install, troubleshoot, or maintain the Camera Back Transmitter.
- 4K Camera Back Transmitter
  Provides detailed information and instructions on how to use, operate, assemble, install, troubleshoot, or maintain the 4K Camera Back Transmitter.
- VyuSync HEVC Decoder
  Provides detailed information and instructions on how to use, operate, assemble, install, troubleshoot, or maintain the VyuSync Decoder.

Connect a downconverter to a receiver

Up to eight downconverters can be directly connected to a Real Freedom Receiver. Each downconverter connects to one of the UHF BNC connectors on the rear panel of the receiver using a coaxial cable. The receiver powers the downconverter via the UHF connector.

CAUTION: Before connecting a downconverter to a receiver that is powered, you must switch off power to all BNC connectors on the back of the receiver to avoid damage to the downconverter’s OOK chip. To switch off BNC power, go to the receiver’s Receive BNC Power option in the Receive menu and disable power to all slots.

All downconverters should be of the same type and frequency band. For best RF performance, downconverters should always be installed in pairs with a separation of at least 30 cm between antennas.

Ensure cable runs do not exceed recommended lengths (400 feet for LMR 240 or 200 feet for other high-quality cable). The downconverter provides gain to compensate for the cable loss.

CAUTION: Never connect anything other than a BSI downconverter to the UHF BNC connectors on the receiver. These ports include output voltage that may damage other equipment.