Features; Rave Audio Mixer; Clean Feed Output; Custom Controls - Ross Graphite Operation Manual

Features

Thank you for buying a Ross Video Graphite 4RU
Integrated Production System. The Graphite series builds
on the Ross Video reputation for designing compact
switchers, computer graphics systems, and audio
production equipment for every production environment.

RAVE Audio Mixer

RAVE (Ross Audio Video Engine) breaks the mold of
uninspired audio capability in all-in-one production
systems. RAVE includes internal audio routing and
output channel shuffling, together with a hardware-based
24bit digital audio production mixer. The audio
production capabilities of Graphite are matched only by
independent audio production systems, but adds the
benefit of host PC access for additional audio input and
monitoring.
The number of audio inputs and outputs depends on the
model and options you have. All audio streams are 24bit
at 48kHz and can be controlled from DashBoard.
Note: XPression only supports 16bit audio.
The 1RU Audio Breakout Module provides a number of
analog and AES input and output ports. The analog inputs
have direct control over gain, phantom power on/off, and
20dB pad on/off. These audio inputs and outputs are fed
back and forth to the production system as embedded
audio in the SDI-Audio Loop.

Clean Feed Output

Clean feed is typically used for bilingual and live-to-tape
productions. It provides a second Program output that is
derived from a different location than the standard
program output. A frequent application is the recording
of shows for later airing without call-in phone numbers
inserted.
The clean feed output can come from before or between
the keyers.
PGM/
KEY 1 KEY 2
PST

Custom Controls

This feature brings the power of macros to the switcher
operator. Button presses, menu selections, event
commands, or even the switcher state can be recorded to
a custom control with pauses or holds between the events.
A simple button press can play these events back again.
Step through complex show openings as easily as
pressing Custom Control buttons 1, 2, then 3.
KEY 3 KEY 4 PGM
CLEAN
FEED

Device Control

The switcher can control a number of external devices,
such as video servers and robotic cameras. For a complete
list of supported devices, and information on how to set
up and control these devices, visit the Ross Video website
(rossvideo.com/production-switchers/carbonite/interface-list).

DVE (Fly Key)

The advanced 2D DVE comes standard with each
switcher, and can be used for performing over the
shoulder, or picture in picture shots. This allows all key
types to be zoomed, cropped, and repositioned
horizontally and vertically to create the look you want,
or you can use one of the useful pre-built 2D effects to
perform 2D background transitions.

Effects Dissolve

The Effects Dissolve feature allows you to interpolate
from one memory to another using a memory recall. The
switcher will interpolate from the starting memory to the
destination memory, creating a smooth, two key frame
effect.
Source
Effect
Only elements such as clip level and pattern position can
be interpolated in the effects dissolve. Other elements,
such as crosspoint selection, pattern, and next transition
data are recalled first, and then the switcher will slew to
the recalled memory.
An effects dissolve can be performed on as many
elements and MEs as required, based on the memory that
is being recalled.

LiveEDL

Edit Decision Lists (EDL) are files used by non-linear
editing (NLE) suites to aid in post-production. Your
switcher can capture EDL data in a file that you load into
your NLE suite.
For information on using the LiveEDL feature, visit the
Ross Video Website (rossvideo.com).

Matte/Wash Generator

A matte generator and complex wash generator per ME,
capable of multi-color washes comes standard. Any one
of the color generators can be assigned to MATTE, or
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Destination
Effect