Ikegami Bsf-300 Manual May 2026

Ikegami BSF-300 an affordable, compact digital base station designed for use with Ikegami’s UnicamHD camera series, specifically the

The Ikegami BSF-300 is an affordable, compact (1.5 RU) digital base station designed for the Unicam HD camera series, specifically optimized for high-quality, uncompressed video transmission over short to medium distances. Technical Highlights and Specifications ikegami bsf-300 manual

Switch 3 & 4: Output Standard

• Set the correct internal jumpers for different sync configurations (RS-170A vs. PAL).
• Troubleshoot power supply failures common in aging electrolytic capacitors.
• Calibrate the sub-carrier phase (SC/H phase) to prevent color shifts.
• Identify the function of obscure DIP switches on the rear panel.

• Original Crystal: 3.579545 MHz HC-18/U. Modern replacement: DigiKey P/N: 887-1006-ND.
• Original Op-Amp: NJM4558. Modern replacement: NE5532 (requires checking voltage rating).

Limited Distance: 300m limit on powered hybrid cable is shorter than high-end models. Ikegami BSF-300 an affordable, compact digital base station

6. Maintenance & Safety

• Fuse replacement: Internal 2A slow-blow 5×20mm (located next to DC input).
• Cleaning: Use compressed air on vents monthly. Do not use solvent cleaners on connectors.
• Firmware: BSF-300 has no field-upgradeable firmware. Revisions are board-level.

• Some BFS models feature a switch for Marker displays (center cross, safety zone).
• Zebra Stripes: Diagonal lines that appear over overexposed areas of the image. Use these to judge exposure (usually appearing at 90% or 100% video level).