{"product_id":"ge-ds3800hvdb1k1g-mark-iv-video-driver-board","title":"GE DS3800HVDB1K1G Mark IV Video Driver Board","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"textContainer headline headline-cursor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"textContainer headline headline-cursor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"textContainer headline headline-cursor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"textContainer headline headline-cursor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"textContainer headline headline-cursor\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GE DS3800HVDB1K1G is a Video Driver Board designed for the GE Mark IV DS3800 control platform. It provides video driver functionality within the control hardware and features a modular board connector, retention levers, a 20-pin connector, programmable memory modules, and 15 configuration jumpers. These components are important for board identification, firmware maintenance, and replacement checks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBoard Design and Connection Layout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DS3800HVDB1K1G has a modular connector at one end and retention levers at the opposite end. A 20-pin connector is positioned between the retention levers, providing a connection point for the associated ribbon cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe board also contains 15 jumpers. These provide hardware configuration points, but their individual functions and required positions should be verified against the applicable Mark IV configuration documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProgrammable Memory and Firmware\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe board contains multiple programmable memory modules that store firmware and other code associated with drive processing. The memory devices can be electronically updated without removing them from their sockets, according to the available product description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis arrangement allows firmware programming work without physically extracting the memory modules. When replacing the board, the installed memory configuration should be checked because some replacement units may be supplied without the original memory modules installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDS3800HVDB1K1G\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeneral Electric (GE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMark IV DS3800\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVideo Driver Board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoard Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModular connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRibbon Cable Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x 20-pin connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfiguration Components\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 jumpers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMemory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultiple programmable memory modules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlatform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Mark IV control system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplacement and Configuration Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore replacing an existing DS3800HVDB1K1G, verify the complete part number and compare the physical connector arrangement with the installed board. The full ordering number should be retained when sourcing a replacement, as other DS3800HVDB variants should not automatically be considered interchangeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePay particular attention to the programmable memory modules and jumper positions. If the replacement board is supplied without memory modules, determine whether the original modules need to be transferred. Preserve their original positions and verify the required configuration before returning the equipment to service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the function of the GE DS3800HVDB1K1G?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: It is a Video Driver Board for the GE Mark IV DS3800 platform. Its primary identification is its video driver board function, with onboard programmable memory and connector hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the DS3800HVDB1K1G have onboard programmable memory?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. It contains multiple programmable memory modules used to store firmware and associated code. The available product description indicates that electronic updates can be performed without removing the modules from their sockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What should be checked when replacing this board?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Verify the complete model number, connector layout, memory-module arrangement, and jumper positions. Also confirm whether the replacement unit includes the required memory modules before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68058422083869,"sku":"DS3800HVDB1K1G","price":9.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/5387\/3181\/files\/DS3800HVDB1K1G2.jpg?v=1794467251","url":"https:\/\/www.6gcontrols.com\/id\/products\/ge-ds3800hvdb1k1g-mark-iv-video-driver-board","provider":"6G Controls","version":"1.0","type":"link"}