Format Converter Parameters; Format Converter Outputs - Sony MVS -8000X Quick Setup Manual

The only difference is the source number. On the 7000X, the format converter inputs are found on
source # 81-88. So, using the same mapping procedures, make a Main V/K pair, except this time use a
FC input.

Format Converter Parameters

On both the 7000X and 8000X, you can change different parameters on the format converter inputs,
such as the type of signal (is it 4:3, 16:9, letterbox) and make small tweaks such as edge enhancement.
This can be done from the "FC Adjust" button on menu page 7332.
Upconverting a CG or something with a key signal? No problem. FC inputs can be used as key signals,
too. Please keep in mind that by their very nature, converting an input will add a one frame delay to the
signal path.

Format Converter Outputs

As mentioned earlier, there are four dedicated BNC connectors for format converted outputs. If you
have 24 outputs in your switcher (and a format converter card, of course) then FC Out 1&2 will be
active. If you have 48 outputs in your switcher than all four FC outputs will be active. Each output
channel can be individually set with how the signal should be converted (edge crop, letterbox,
anamorphic 16:9, 14:9, etc). This way, if you wanted to have a "Full HD" copy, an edge crop ("center
punch") and an anamorphic 16:9 to go to DVD, you can get all these outputs at the same time! These
adjustments are made on Menu page 7333.6. Just select the FC channel on the top table and make your
button selections.
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