The BSG-50 is a signal generator able to output Black Burst, Sync and Sub Carrier signals along with a separate audio tone output. It features multiple outputs configurable to the users application.

All six outputs (BNC) can be easily configured to the user's particular configuration of Black Burst, Sync and Sub Carrier.

Adjustments are provided for

• Setup
• Sync
• Burst Level
• SC/H

The BSG-50 can be powered from 9 to 13.5 volts DC for remote use, or with the supplied AC adaptor for studio applications. The optional BP-50 battery pack adapts eight standard AA rechargable batteries to power the unit.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is there detailed instructions on how to hook this up as I'm new to genlock and looking to setup a stereo rig with two micro cinema cameras?

A: Please see pages 76-78 of the Blackmagic Converters Manual for information. You can find all of the product manuals on the Support page of the Blackmagic Design website.

Q: 2. Do I need to download software for using Sync Generator for Synchronize 4 pieces of Hyperdesk Studio 12G Recorder?

A: No.

Q: 3. Can this Sync Generator support connect with 4 pieces of "Hyperdesk Studio 12G" (2160P / 60 frame) ? How to set the video format ? Just set to PAL or NTSC ?

A: Yes. You can set the Sync Generator to 1080i60 tri level in this case.

Q: 4. Does this overlay LTC onto a video input? Looking to put timecode in the bottom-right corner of an SDI video line.

A: While this does offer a Window Burn of Time Code, it is for a composite signal only. This system does not work with SDI.

Q: 5. If you have more than 6 devices, can you daisy-chain these units?

A: No, these units aren't designed to be daisy chained.

Q: 6. Is there detailed instructions on how to set this up, I plan on building a stereo rig with two micro cinema cameras but have never hooked up genlock before? By looking at the back of the unit, I'm just confused.

A: Please see pages 76-78 of the Blackmagic Converters Manual for information. You can find all of the product manuals on the Support page of the Blackmagic Design website.

Q: 7. We lost the power supply to our sync gen, do you sell them? What type of plug does it take? Our 12v power supplies don't fit.

A: The replacement power supply for the Blackmagic Design Sync Generator is listed below. Blackmagic Design PSUPPLY-INT12V10W Power Supply for Mini Converters BH #BLPSMC

Q: 8. Will this give me clean switches on a Blackmagic 16x16 3G HD-SDI switcher?

A: Hi there... I am the user of this Sync Generator but i am not the expertise... As far as i use this, this BM Sync Generator can act same like other Masterclock / SPG... which is to synchronize / lock all the devices (such as camera basestation / vision mixer / universal converter) that need "Ref In" in your Multi-Camera Production system....

Q: 9. Can I use BNC splitters (BNC Male Connector to BNC Double Female (T-Shape) Adaptors, for CCTV) (https://www.amazon.com/Splitter-Connector-Double-T-Shape-Adaptor/dp/B06XHT9QHG) at each Ref-Out connector to double the Ref-Out sync-ability to 12 instead of 6?

A: That is not a proper solution and there is no guarantee that it will work. There are analog video distribution amplifiers available on this site that will work for this purpose.

Q: 10. Is there a simple product that burns a timecode window into HD-SDI? How is it that composite versions are still being sold??

A: Google will have the best answers for both these questions. However, composite video equipment still finds limited use in legacy video systems and applications and in video monitoring applications such as in security and manufacturing systems..