FOR-A FA-410P
Description
The FOR-A FA-410P is the first model in FOR-A's long-running FA series of signal processors, introduced in October 1982. Under the guidance of an American engineer, FOR-A set out to develop an original time base corrector for worldwide release.
The "FA" designation that has been used in FOR-A signal processor model names ever since originates from this product—"F" from FOR-A and "A" from the American engineer's name. The engineer hosted FOR-A representatives at his home when development began.
Although the prototype was ready to unveil at IBC in 1981, unresolved cooling issues forced the team to turn the unit off between booth visitors. Once temperature characteristics were improved, the final product was ready. Total sales volume topped 1,500 units.
The FA-410P established FOR-A's presence in the TBC market and laid the foundation for decades of signal processor development that would follow.
Variants
| Model | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| FA-410P | 1982 | PAL version (this model) |
| FA-410 | 1983 | NTSC version |
FA Series Timeline
The FA-410P launched FOR-A's FA series of signal processors:
- FA-410P (1982) - First model in the FA series (this model)
- FA-710 (1983) - Dual-channel TBC
- FA-400/400P (1984) - Slim 1RU economical TBC
- FA-300 (1987) - Smaller, more affordable (~8,800 units sold)
- FA-310 (1989) - Best-selling model (13,000+ units)
