Page 1 Ross Video Limited Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual Volume II Software Issue: 9.1 MD...
Page 2 The material in this manual is furnished for informational use only. It is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as commitment by Ross Video Limited. Ross Video Limited assumes no responsibility or liability for errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.
Page 3 Important Regulatory and Safety Notices to Service Personnel Before using this product and any associated equipment, refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” listed below to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage. Product may require specific equipment, and/or installation procedures to be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements.
Page 4 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 8) Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
Page 5 Notice Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Ross Video Limited could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. CANADA This Class “A” digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Page 6 A Word About Static Discharge Throughout the many procedures in this Manual, please observe all static discharge precautions. Notice Avoid handling the switcher circuit boards in high static environments such as carpeted areas, and when synthetic fiber clothing is worn. Touch the frame to dissipate static charge before removing boards from the frame, and exercise proper grounding precautions when working on circuit boards.
Page 7 Software upgrades for switchers may occur from time to time, and are determined by Ross Video. The upgrades are posted on the Ross Video website, and are free of charge for the life of the switcher. This warranty is void if products are subjected to misuse, neglect, accident, improper installation or application, or unauthorized modification.
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
Control Panel Introduction Using the Menu System Switcher Basics Background Transitions Pattern Control Keying Key Modifiers Memory and Disk Functions Custom Controls Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors Glossary of Terms Index Contents • i Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 12 • Contents Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 13 Copy and Swap Functions ....................12-72 Copy MLE ......................12-72 Copy Key ......................12-74 Key Swap ......................12-75 Copy Matte ......................12-76 Copy Wipe ......................12-77 Still-Store In This Chapter ........................13-1 Preparing for Image Transfers ...................13-2 Image Specifications ...................13-2 Contents • i Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 14 3D Guidelines ........................15-16 Fly Key Rules ....................15-16 Flying Keys ........................15-17 The S&T MD Position/Crop Menu ..............15-17 Assigning Multiple Channels to a Flying Key ..............15-18 Channel Listing ....................15-18 ii • Contents Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 15 Border Size ......................18-3 Border Appearance ......................18-4 Border Softness ....................18-4 Border Symmetry ....................18-5 Border Transparency ...................18-5 Border Style ........................18-7 Border Color ........................18-8 RGB ........................18-8 HSL ........................18-9 Working with Multiple Channels ..................18-10 Individual Centering ......................18-11 Contents • iii Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 16 Lighting Effects Overview ....................21-2 Applying Lighting Effects ....................21-4 Applying Lighting Presets .................. 21-4 Applying Individual Lighting Parameters ............21-5 Working with Multiple Channels ..................21-7 Individual Centering ......................21-9 iv • Contents Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 17 Disk Menu Tree .........................23-7 Recall Factory Menu Tree ....................23-8 Appendix B. Squeeze & Tease MD Wipes and Sequences In This Appendix .......................24-1 Squeeze & Tease MD Wipes and Sequences ..............24-2 Glossary of Terms Index Contents • v Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 18 • Contents Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 19: Peripheral Control And More
Peripheral Control and More In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for interacting peripheral equipment from the Synergy Q/MD/X switcher. The following topics are discussed in this chapter: • GPI Control • Aux Bus Group • Remote Aux Panels •...
Page 20: Gpi Control
GPI Control The GPI function of the Synergy Q/MD/X switcher provides 10 input ports and 10 output ports, each of which can be programmed for specific functions. • The GPI Input function allows you to associate a GPI input pulse with an area, button, Custom Control, and memory recall on the switcher that you would like to trigger, when that specific pulse is received from an external device (e.g., trigger MLE 3 Auto Trans,...
Page 21: Aux Bus Group
Aux Bus Group The Synergy Q/MD/X switcher provides up to 48 Aux Buses, depending on the number of outputs you have, each of which can route video to external devices such as monitors, still stores or VTRs. Aux Buses are arranged into groups of eight Aux Buses for each of the six Aux Bus Banks. This means that each bank has Aux Bus 1 through 8.
Page 22: Synergy 3
Synergy 2 Panel Aux Bus Group 1) Aux Bus Crosspoint Row 3) Special Aux Bus Crosspoints 5) Non-Sync LED 2) Shift Button 4) On Air LED 6) Aux Bus Assign Group 12–4 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 23: Synergy 1
Use the following procedure to access a shifted source on an Aux Bus: a) Press and hold the SHIFT button. b) Press the desired crosspoint. c) Release both buttons. The SHIFT button plus the selected source both stay lit. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–5...
Page 24 The ON AIR LED indicates, when lit, that the video selected on the assigned Aux Bus is contributing to the main program output. In addition, the source selected on that bus will be tallied. Refer to Chapter 14 of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for instructions on setting up Aux Bus tallies.
Page 25: Using The Aux Bus
This can be used to quickly determine which BNC a particular Aux Bus is assigned to. This completes the procedure for assigning a video signal to an Aux Bus. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–7...
Page 26: Remote Aux Panels
The figure below illustrates the Remote Aux Panel for the Synergy 1 Q/MD control panel. BLCK SHIFT CLEAN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN FEED Synergy 1 Q/MD Remote Aux Panel 12–8 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 27 Please consult with your facility engineer to learn what operational mode has been programmed for each remote Aux panel in your facility. Refer to Chapter 8 of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for instructions on configuring remote Aux panel modes.
Page 28: Using A Remote Aux Panel
Aux Bus Output Assign Buttons Assign 1 Bank 1: Bus 1 Assign 2 Bank 1: Bus 2 Assign 3 Bank 1: Bus 3 Assign 4 Bank 1: Bus 4 12–10 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 29 Bank 2: Bus 1 Assign +8 and Assign 2 Bank 2: Bus 2 Assign +8 and Assign 3 Bank 2: Bus 3 Assign +8 and Assign 4 Bank 2: Bus 4 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–11...
Page 30 Press PGM to route the PGM output to the Aux Bus. • Note The special crosspoints (such as PV, the MLEs and CLEAN FEED) do not support the shifted function. 12–12 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 31: Preview Overlay Group
In order to show the Preview Overlay element, you will have to toggle a specific overlay on or off from the Preview Menu as follows: Navigate to the Preview Overlay Menu 1-2 as follows: Press HOME Preview Overlay. • Preview Overlay Menu 1-2 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–13...
Page 32: Preview Overlay Elements
The transition type does not indicate the status of the three next transition buttons. The position of the Source ID overlay can be changed from the Source ID Position Menu. 12–14 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 33 If the color of the timecode overlay is yellow, the video that is selected on the Preset Bus is the source device itself. If the color of the timecode overlay is gray, the video that is selected on the Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–15...
Page 34 Use the Size knob to select the size of the VTR overlay.You can select a size • ranging from 20 (smallest) to 350 (largest). This completes the procedure for changing the size and position of the VTR overlay. 12–16 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 35 The values set for each Safe ID will remain stored in “personality” memory until you press Reset for each Safe ID to restore the values to their default settings. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–17...
Page 36 There is no Preview Overlay Menu 1-2 on the Synergy 2, 3 or 4 Q/MD/X control panels. On these system, pressing Preview Overlay will take you to the Preview Overlay Menu, which is the Preview Overlay Menu 2-2 as shown below. 12–18 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 37 Use the Bottom knob to adjust the vertical position of the bottom side of the Safe Title overlay. You can also use the positioner. This completes the procedure for changing the position of the Safe Title overlay. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–19...
Page 38 MLE that the Time Clock has been turned on for, or for a FTB. 12–20 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 39 Adjust the size of the Time Clock overlay as follows: • Use the Size knob to select the size of the Time Clock overlay. You can select a size ranging from 20 (smallest) to 350 (largest). Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–21...
Page 40 Down — Select this option to have the clock count down from a preset time to • zero. The preset starting time is set from the Reset Time Menu. 12–22 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 41 “Effects Control Assignment Section” — located in the Effects Control Group of the switcher. One button is provided for each Keyer in the MLEs and DSKs. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–23...
Page 42: Preview Overlay Font Color
Use the Color knob to select the color that you want to apply to the text of the selected preview overlay element. This completes the procedure for setting the color of the fonts used for various preview overlay elements. 12–24 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 43: Editor Interface
Editor Interface The Editor Interface button in the Global Memory System Group allows the Synergy Q/MD/X switchers to be controlled by an editing system. Toggle the EDITOR button On to allow remote control from an external editor over the switcher. The Editor Interface Option must be installed. When lit, remote control is EDITOR enabled, but some local operation can still be performed.
Page 44: External Still Store Interface
Refer to Chapter 10 of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for configuration instructions. For additional information, refer to the documentation that came with your still store.
Page 45: Character Generator Interface
Character Generator Interface Synergy Q/MD/X switchers interface with character generators. With the Character Generator software option installed, you can load and run effects, load and navigate through a playlist or a Character Generator (CG) template, and edit CG text directly from the Synergy control panel and keyboard.
Page 46 This concludes the procedure to select a mode. Using Sequence Mode This section includes instructions when the Inscriber CG is set to Sequence Mode in the Synergy menu system. 12–28 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 47 Character Generator Control Menu — Select File Highlighted Use the keyboard to enter the address of the required sequence file. Important A standard PS/2 keyboard is required to input data. Contact Ross Video Technical Support for relevant information. Important Do NOT place anything on your keyboard or place your keyboard in a position where any of the keys could be accidently pressed.
Page 48 Use the following procedure to make the next event available for keying to air: Ensure an event is loaded to the Preview column. Refer to the section “Recalling an Event” on page 12–30 for more information. 12–30 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 49 Use the following procedure to recall a page in Manual mode: Ensure the Inscriber CG is set to Manual Mode in the Synergy switcher menu system. Refer to the section “Selecting a Mode” on page 12–28 for details. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–31...
Page 50 Files stored with non-numerical names can not be recalled this way. Refer to the section “Setting up the Character Generator” in the chapter, “Character Generators” of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual. The tag information for the file is now displayed in the PV column of the Character Generator Menu 1-2.
Page 51 The menu softkeys are renamed to coincide with the tag names. Important A standard PS/2 keyboard is required to input data. Contact Ross Video Technical Support for relevant information. Important Do NOT place anything on your keyboard or place your keyboard in a position where any of the keys could be accidently pressed.
Page 52 The following effects can be modified and applied to the Preview video output of the Character Generator when it is transitioned to the Program output (PGM): • Effect • Pattern • Speed 12–34 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 53 You can also press the Character Generator crosspoint on the MLE to display the Character Generator Menu 1-2. Character Generator Menu 1-2 Press Select Effect to display the Character Generator – Select Effect Menu. Char Gen Select Effect Menu Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–35...
Page 54 Use the Pattern knob to select a pattern. You can select from the following: • Horizontal Slide Wipe • Vertical Slide Wipe • Horizontal Split Wipe • Vertical Split Wipe • Box Wipe • Row Slide/Wipe • Row by Row Scanline 12–36 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 55 Use the Ease knob to select an Ease effect. You can choose between the following: • No Ease • Ease In • Ease Out • Ease In&Out This concludes the procedure to modify the result of Ease on the effect. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–37...
Page 56 You can choose between the following: • • Down • Left • Right • Static This concludes the procedure to define the direction of the row. 12–38 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 57: Chyron Duet Lex
• Recalling a Template to Preview • Recalling a Template to Program • Changing Preview Text • Changing PGM Text • Swapping Preview and Program • Playing Animation Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–39...
Page 58 • Use the keyboard to enter the address of the required folder. Important A standard PS/2 keyboard is required to input data. Contact Ross Video Technical Support for relevant information. Important Do NOT place anything on your keyboard or place your keyboard in a position where any of the keys could be accidently pressed.
Page 59 • Use the keyboard to enter the address of the required folder. Important A standard PS/2 keyboard is required to input data. Contact Ross Video Technical Support for relevant information. Important Do NOT place anything on your keyboard or place your keyboard in a position where any of the keys could be accidently pressed.
Page 60 Character Generator Menu 1-2. Character Generator Menu 1-2 Select a folder as follows: • Press MORE to display the Character Generator Control Menu 2-2. Press Select Directory. • 12–42 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 61 • Use the keyboard to enter the address of the required folder. Important A standard PS/2 keyboard is required to input data. Contact Ross Video Technical Support for relevant information. Important Do NOT place anything on your keyboard or place your keyboard in a position where any of the keys could be accidently pressed.
Page 62 • Use the keyboard to enter the address of the required folder. Important A standard PS/2 keyboard is required to input data. Contact Ross Video Technical Support for relevant information. Important Do NOT place anything on your keyboard or place your keyboard in a position where any of the keys could be accidently pressed.
Page 63 Press GO!! to display the Character Generator Menu 1-2. Operating You can also press the Character Generator crosspoint on the MLE to display the Character Generator Menu 1-2. Character Generator Menu 1-2 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–45...
Page 64 • Use the keyboard to enter the address of the required folder. Important A standard PS/2 keyboard is required to input data. Contact Ross Video Technical Support for relevant information. Important Do NOT place anything on your keyboard or place your keyboard in a position where any of the keys could be accidently pressed.
Page 65 Use the following procedure to exchange what is loaded on the Chyron Duet LEX Preview (PV) with the file loaded on the Program (PGM): Important A standard PS/2 keyboard is required to input data. Contact Ross Video Technical Support for relevant information. Navigate to the Remote Control Select Menu as follows: •...
Page 66 • Use the keyboard to enter the address of the required folder. Important A standard PS/2 keyboard is required to input data. Contact Ross Video Technical Support for relevant information. Important Do NOT place anything on your keyboard or place your keyboard in a position where any of the keys could be accidently pressed.
Page 67: Pinnacle Fxdeko Ii
Press GO!! to display the Character Generator Menu 1-2. Operating You can also press the Character Generator crosspoint on the MLE to display the Character Generator Menu 1-2. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–49...
Page 68 • Use the keyboard to enter the address of the required folder. Important A standard PS/2 keyboard is required to input data. Contact Ross Video Technical Support for relevant information. Important Do NOT place anything on your keyboard or place your keyboard in a position where any of the keys could be accidently pressed.
Page 69 • Use the keyboard to enter the address of the required folder. Important A standard PS/2 keyboard is required to input data. Contact Ross Video Technical Support for relevant information. Important Do NOT place anything on your keyboard or place your keyboard in a position where any of the keys could be accidently pressed.
Page 70 Use the following procedure to exchange what is loaded on the Pinnacle FXDeko II Preview (PV) with the file loaded on the Program (PGM): Important A standard PS/2 keyboard is required to input data. Contact Ross Video Technical Support for relevant information. Navigate to the Remote Control Select Menu as follows: •...
Page 71: Vizrt Viz|Trio Character Generator
Viz|Trio Client system during setup. Refer to the section “Setting Up the Character Generator” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for details. Use the following procedure to recall a file to the Preview Window of the Viz|Trio Client system: Navigate to the Remote Control Select Menu as follows: •...
Page 72 Program output of the Synergy switcher. This completes the procedure to send a file from the Preview Window of the Viz|Trio Client system to the Program of the Synergy switcher. 12–54 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 73: Remote Camera Control Interface
The Robotic System Interface option must be installed in order to control a remote camera mount using the Synergy switcher. In the chapter, “Robotic Cameras”, of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual refer to the “Communications Setup” section for full configuration instructions.
Page 74 Use the Pedestal (Black) knob to adjust the Master Pedestal, or Black levels, for picture contrast and quality. Press Location to display the Location Menu. Camera Head Control - Location Menu 12–56 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 75 Menu, the shot number displayed on the Synergy Store Shot and Recall Shot Menus will not match the Shot Box number on the Telemeterics camera. Refer to the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for information on setting this menu option.
Page 76: Sony Robotic Camera Controller
Use the Tilt knob to have the camera tilt up or down: Tilt Up — Turn the Tilt knob to the right (clockwise). Tilt Down — Turn the Tilt knob to the left (counter-clockwise). 12–58 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 77 Use the Shutter Speed knob to adjust the shutter speed of the camera. Operating Refer to your robotic camera documentation for details on selecting the required shutter speed for your particular camera. 11. Press Picture to display the Picture Menu. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–59...
Page 78 The Sony robotic camera can store and recall up to 6 shots. • Press Perform Store to store the shot in the selected location. 15. Press Recall Shot to display the Recall Shot Menu. 12–60 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 79 Off — Select this option to turn the Infrared Remote Controller off. The Infrared Remote Controller is set to Off by default. This completes the procedure for controlling a Sony robotic camera from the Synergy switcher. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–61...
Page 80: Eagle Pan Tilt System
Position — Use this option to enable the Position Mode for adjusting the lens. You must select this option before setting up and saving a shot. Press MORE to display the Camera Head Control Menu 1-2. • 12–62 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 81 Use the Focus knob to have the camera focus in or out: Focus Background — Turn the Focus knob to the right (clockwise). Focus Foreground — Turn the Focus knob to the left (counter-clockwise). Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–63...
Page 82 Use the Shot knob to select the shot location (1-31) you wish to recall. • • Press Perform Recall to recall the selected shot. This completes the procedure to control a Eagle Pan Tilt System from your Synergy switcher. 12–64 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 83: Panasonic Pan/Tilt Head
Use the Zoom knob to have the camera zoom in or out: Zoom In — Turn the Zoom knob to the right (clockwise). Zoom Out — Turn the Zoom knob to the left (counter-clockwise). Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–65...
Page 84 Press Perform Store to store the shot in the selected location. • 11. Recall a shot as follows: • Press Recall Shot to display the Recall Shot Menu. 12–66 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 85: Vinten Autocam 200 Controller
Use the BNC knob to select the BNC that the camera you want to control is connected Press GO!! to display the Camera Head Control Menu 1-2. Select a show as follows: • Press Select Show to display the Select Show Menu. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–67...
Page 86: Grass Valley Cameraman 3E 3-Ccd Robotic Camera
Synergy switcher for the first 15 seconds. Use the following procedure to control a Grass Valley CameraMan 3e 3-CCD camera from your Synergy switcher: Navigate to the Remote Control Select Menu as follows: 12–68 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 87 Use the Zoom knob to have the camera zoom in or out: • Zoom In — Turn the Zoom knob to the right (clockwise). Zoom Out — Turn the Zoom knob to the left (counter-clockwise). Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–69...
Page 88 • Press Perform Store to store the shot in the selected location. Recall a saved shot as follows: • Press Recall Shot to display the Recall Shot Menu. 12–70 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 89 Press Perform Recall to recall the shot from the selected location. This completes the procedure for controlling a Grass Valley CameraMan 3e 3-CCD camera from the Synergy switcher. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–71...
Page 90: Copy And Swap Functions
With the destination selected, press the source button to copy the information. The following copy and swap functions are available on most Synergy Q/MD/X switchers: • “Copy MLE” on page 12–72 — This function allows you to copy the contents of an MLE to another MLE location on the switcher.
Page 91 DSK, the DSKs do not have a KEY OVER button, the function will be copied and implemented. In these situations, the Synergy Q/MD/X switcher will perform the copy, and set up the desired effect, even though it is not physically supported by a button.
Page 92: Copy Key
(no video is removed) assigned. For more information on Aux Mixers and Aux Mixer/keyers, refer to the section, “AuxKey Option”, in the chapter, “Keying”, of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual. Copy Key The Copy Key function allows you to copy the entire contents of a Keyer to another Keyer in the same MLE, or in a different MLE.
Page 93: Key Swap
Key Swap The Key Swap function allows you to swap the entire contents of a Keyer with another Key location, in the same MLE, or in a different MLE. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–75...
Page 94: Copy Matte
Refer to the following for a list of valid destinations and sources. • Destinations BKGD1 (Mattes Group) BKGD2 (Mattes Group) BORD1 (Mattes Group) BORD2 (Mattes Group) PATT (Mattes Group) 12–76 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 95: Copy Wipe
Press the WIPE button in the source MLE. All wipe parameters are copied to the destination. Release both buttons. This completes the procedure for performing a Copy Wipe. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Peripheral Control and More • 12–77...
Page 96 12–78 • Peripheral Control and More Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 97: Still-Store
Still-Stores. The following topics are included: • Preparing for Image Transfers • Creating a Connection to Your Switcher • Transferring Still Images and Animations • Still-Store Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Still-Store • 13–1...
Page 98: Preparing For Image Transfers
Preparing for Image Transfers Images are transferred to and from the Synergy Q/MD/X switcher using the WebDAV protocol. Stills and logos are stored on the switcher hard drive, and can be transferred to other control-room devices via Ethernet. Images must meet the following specifications and naming conventions:...
Page 99 Each frame number must have the same number of digits (i.e., you must use leading zeros to pad the frame number length). • The first frame number must be a series of zeros. Subsequent frames are numbered sequentially. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Still-Store • 13–3...
Page 100 The filename can contain letters, numbers, and spaces. The characters ! @ # * ( ) / , (comma) ? ‘ (apostrophe) “” (quotation marks) cannot be used in the filename 13–4 • Still-Store Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 101: Creating A Connection To Your Switcher
IP address of 192.168.1.10, the WebDAV mount point would be http://192.168.1.10/stills. Refer to the section “Network Setup” in the chapter, “Software Upgrades and Options”, of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for details on setting or determining the IP address of your switcher.
Page 102: Alternate Connection Method
The FTP mount point for your switcher is ftp://switcher_ip_address where switcher_ip_address is the network TCP/IP address of your Synergy Q/MD/X switcher. For example, if your switcher has an IP address of 192.168.1.10, the FTP mount point would be ftp://192.168.1.10. Refer to the section “Network Setup”...
Page 103: Transferring Still Images And Animations
Consult your IT department or operating system documentation for details on your installation. This completes the procedure for copying still images and animations to your switcher. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Still-Store • 13–7...
Page 104: Copying Images And Animations From Your Switcher
This section only applies if you have upgraded your switcher from a version prior to 5.0. Versions of Synergy Q/MD/X software prior to 5.0, used a proprietary software package called ImageMover to handle the copying of still images and animations between your computer and switcher.
Page 105: Still-Store
Still-Store There are two types of still-stores available for your Synergy Q/MD/X switcher: • Global-Store — Global-Store consists of three independent channels of stills that are available as inputs to every MLE on your switcher. Hundreds of full screen stills and logos can be stored on the hard drive, and to the Global-Store cache as needed.
Page 106 (Global-Store has three available channels and each MLE-Store has four). Note As you select the channel you will notice a box surrounds the Channel you have selected. Press Select/Manage to display the Select Still for Channel Menu 1-2. 13–10 • Still-Store Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 107: Renaming A Still Or Directory
Still-Store channel associated with the current one to load the Key Alpha into. Refer to Chapter 7, “BNC Configuration and Check” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for more information on setting up Auto Select Keys. If you receive an error message, or you want to abort the loading of a still, you can press 0 and then ENTER on the keypad in the Global Memory System Group.
Page 108 Use the Vertical knob to move the highlight vertically to select a letter, number or symbol. Any invalid characters will be skipped as you scroll through the characters. • Press Prev Letter to move to the previous letter. 13–12 • Still-Store Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 109: Renumbering A Still
Use the Contents knob to select the still that you want to renumber. Press UP ONE to display the Still-Store Menu. Still-Store Menu Press On Air Properties to display the Still-Store Properties Menu. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Still-Store • 13–13...
Page 110: Creating A Directory
Still Store. • Press Select/Manage to display the Select Still for Channel Menu 1-2. Note You do not need to specify a Still-Store channel, changes to directories are applied across all channels. 13–14 • Still-Store Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 111 Any invalid characters will be skipped as you scroll through the characters. • Press Prev Letter to move to the previous letter. • Press Next Letter to move to the next letter. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Still-Store • 13–15...
Page 112: Deleting All Stills In A Directory
Use the Contents knob to select the directory that contains the stills you want to delete. Press Select to select that directory as the Current Directory. The change will be • shown in the Path:/ just below the menu title. 13–16 • Still-Store Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 113: Deleting An Individual Still Or Directory
You cannot delete a directory that contains sub-directories or stills. Delete the stills or sub-directories from this directory first. The Delete button will be gray if you cannot delete the selected directory. Press Delete to display the Delete Entry Screen. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Still-Store • 13–17...
Page 114: Moving A Still From Directory To Directory
Use the Contents knob to select the still you want to move. • Press Cut to remove the selected still from the current directory. Press MORE to display the Select Still for Channel Menu 1-2. 13–18 • Still-Store Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 115: On-Air Properties
Important If you revert your switcher to an older software version, loaded stills and properties may be lost. Contact Ross Video Technical Support for details. Use the following procedure to adjust the on-air properties of the images in the Still-Store.
Page 116 Images cannot be positioned off-screen. If your image is full-screen, you cannot modify the position. Adjust the Still Properties of the still as follows: Press Still Properties to display the Still-Store Properties Menu. • Still-Store Properties — Still Properties Menu 13–20 • Still-Store Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 117 The animation stops and only the selected frame is displayed. Press Create Thumbnail to create a thumbnail from the selected frame. This thumbnail is used for the animation on the Still-Store menus. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Still-Store • 13–21...
Page 118: Default Stills
MLE2 – MLE-Store for MLE 2 (Synergy 2-4 Q/MD/X only) • • MLE3 – MLE-Store for MLE 3 (Synergy 3-4 Q/MD-X only) • MLE4 – MLE-Store for MLE 4 (Synergy 4 Q/MD-X only) 13–22 • Still-Store Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 119 Navigate to the Still-Store Menu as follows: • Press HOME Effects Still Store. Still-Store Menu Use the Still-Store Select knob to select the still-store you wish to work with. You can select from the following: Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Still-Store • 13–23...
Page 120: Capturing Stills
MLE-Store. Performing a Capture Use the following procedure to capture a still image using the Global-Store: Navigate to the Still-Store Menu as follows: • Press HOME Effects Still Store. Still-Store Menu 13–24 • Still-Store Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 121 Alpha — Shows Yes to indicate that you have selected to capture the associated alpha-channel or No to indicate that no alpha channel will be captured. • Frames — The number of frames to capture. Capturing a still captures a single frame only. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Still-Store • 13–25...
Page 122 Only the bottom-right corner of the capture area is adjusted. The remaining corners remain pinned to their locations and the aspect ratio of the capture area changes as you modify the bottom-right corner 13–26 • Still-Store Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 123 If you have two Global-Store channels configured as an auto select key (see the section “Setting Up Still-Store Auto Keys” in Chapter 7 of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual), and you load a new image into the video signal channel while leaving the alpha channel unchanged, you should disable Alpha Capture.
Page 124 Deleting directories and stills (refer to the section “Deleting an Individual Still or Directory” on page 13–17 for details) • Deleting all files in a directory (refer to the section “Deleting All Stills in a Directory” on page 13–16 for details) 13–28 • Still-Store Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 125: Clip Control
Running VTR Clips • Application Notes Note If you are using the Leitch ASC series of Video Servers, please review section “Application Notes” on page 14–17 for important information regarding clip performance. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Clip Control • 14–1...
Page 126: Vtr Clip Control
The overall VTR Clip Control function allows you to set up, recall and run clips from three categories of serially controlled devices: VTRs, Video Servers and Audio Servers. Each device must be connected to the Synergy Q/MD/X System via RS-422 communications and properly set up using a series of installation setup menus.
Page 127: Programming Vtr Custom Control Buttons
PLAY, STOP, FF and REV. These will allow you to control the selected device from the switcher panel, once the clip has been cued. Refer to Chapter 11 in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for detailed instructions. Programming Clips The next step in VTR clip operations is to program VTR, Video Server and Audio Server clips using the VTR Clips Menu.
Page 128 Use the following procedure to program VTR clips: Ensure that your VTR communication has been properly set up. If not, refer to Chapter 9 “Communications Setup” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for instructions. Navigate to the VTR Clips Menu 1-2 as follows: •...
Page 129 Rewind, Back Frame, Pause, Play, Ahead Frame and Fast Forward. • When the VTR is paused on the desired frame, press MORE MORE to return to the VTR Clips Menu 1-2. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Clip Control • 14–5...
Page 130 Use the following procedure to program Audio Server clips: Ensure that your Audio Server communication has been properly set up. If not, refer to Chapter 9 “Basic Communications Setup” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for instructions. Navigate to the VTR Clips Type Menu 1-3 as follows: •...
Page 131 Audio Server clips are saved in memory only upon exit of the VTR Clips Menu, but you can also store them to disk. This completes the procedure for programming Audio Server clips. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Clip Control • 14–7...
Page 132 Use the following procedure to program Video Server clips: Ensure that your Video Server communication has been properly set up. If not, refer to the chapter, “Basic Communications Setup”, in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for instructions. for instructions.
Page 133 24 Clips), and when complete, you can use the x1, x10 and x100 knobs to scroll through the list and choose a clip. When a clip is loaded, the Timeline status bar indicates that the segment is cued to the top (or Start) frame. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Clip Control • 14–9...
Page 134 Video Server. In this way, you can create sub-clips from a long master Video Server clip — directly on the Synergy Q/MD/X switcher. You can also simply trim a clip to choose more desirable points as required.
Page 135: Running Vtr Clips
Ensure that the clips you want to use are properly set up on the VTR Clips Menu 1-2, and that all desired VTR and Video Server clips are “enabled.” Only the enabled VTR and Video Server clips will appear on the Remote Control Menu. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Clip Control • 14–11...
Page 136 — from the list in Column 3. The clip name plus its starting timecode value is shown. Column 3 (VTR Clip (00)) displays the list of filtered (enabled) VTR clips, as selected on VTR Clips Menu 1-2. 14–12 • Clip Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 137 AUTO TRANS. 10. To roll the VTR or Video Server automatically from the control panel using a transition, the following steps are required: • Set the Roll VTR Mode to Arm. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Clip Control • 14–13...
Page 138 You can manually navigate to the Remote Control Menu as follows: Press HOME Effects Remote Control Select. Use the middle knob to select the desired device. Press Go to Remote Menu. 14–14 • Clip Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 139 Select the crosspoint on any bus that is mapped to the Video Server you wish to control. • Press MORE to display the Video Server Remote Control Menu 2-2. Video Server Remote Control Menu 2-2 — Looping Enabled Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Clip Control • 14–15...
Page 140 There is a VDCP Extra Option that allows you to configure how much lead time your video server needs to ensure smooth looping. Refer to the section, “Setting up the Switcher”, in the chapter, “Video Servers (VDCP)”, of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for more information.
Page 141: Application Notes
A bug exists on the Leitch VR series of servers, and it appears in Leitch software versions 2.70 and earlier. Regarding inpoints and outpoints, the Leitch ASC uses the wrong “zero timecode” to cue clips that are requested from the Synergy Q/MD/X System. Specifically: •...
Page 142 14–18 • Clip Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 143: Squeeze & Tease Md Basic Operation
Assigning Multiple Channels to a Flying Key • Channel Layering and Intersect • Frontside/Backside Video Note Squeeze & Tease MD cannot be used with a 1080p video format at this time. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation • 15–1...
Page 144: Operational Overview
Visible Area. This allows you to perform transition effects where the image appears to fly in from one side. The image is being taken from a position outside of the Visible Area into the Visible Area. 15–2 • Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 145: Working In 3D Space
You can move an image 144.000 full screen heights in either direction on the Y-Axis. • You can move an image 400.000 full screen widths in either direction on the Z-Axis. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation • 15–3...
Page 146: Screen And Image Location
The visible area is the area within 3D space that can be seen from the viewpoint. The following illustration displays how the visible area extends from the viewpoint. 15–4 • Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 147: Perspective
Images that are closer will also appear over top of images that are further away. 10.000 10.000 10.000 10.000 Relative Size of Two Images on the Z-Axis Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation • 15–5...
Page 148 The same effect can be seen when moving an image up or down on the Y-Axis when using a fixed viewpoint. If the image is moved higher in 3D space, you see the image as if you are looking up at it. 15–6 • Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 149: Image Rotation
40 complete rotations. The greater the rotation value (negative or positive), the more times the image will spin around the pivot point. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation • 15–7...
Page 150 The image rotates about the Z-Axis. A positive rotation will spin the image clockwise and a negative rotation will spin the image counter-clockwise. Z Axis Z Axis Rotation 15–8 • Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 151: Image Centering
3D space, the menu will indicate that the values are different and no position, rotation or cropping coordinates will be displayed. The menu will show the position of both channels in the 3D viewable field. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation • 15–9...
Page 152: Conclusion
MLE Keyers and Downstream Keyers. The operational descriptions provided in the remainder of this chapter refer only to the 3D capabilities of Flying Keys. 15–10 • Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 153: Using The Positioner / Joystick
When rotating an image, twist the Positioner clockwise to rotate the image clockwise, twist it counter-clockwise to rotate the image counter-clockwise. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation • 15–11...
Page 154: Menu Structure
FLY KEY refers to the physical FLY KEY button and not a softkey. This completes the procedure for navigating to the Squeeze & Tease MD Main Menu 1-2 with the FLY KEY button. 15–12 • Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 155: Through The Main Menu
Use the top and middle knobs to select the MLE and Key for the Key you want to fly. Press Modify to display the S&T MD Position/Crop Menu. Press UP ONE to display the Squeeze & Tease MD Main Menu 1-2. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation • 15–13...
Page 156 Squeeze & Tease MD Main Menu This completes the procedure for navigating to the Squeeze & Tease MD Main Menu via the menu system. 15–14 • Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 157: Menu Tree
Channel 2 On/Off On/Off Layering On/Off On/Off S&T MD Lighting Menu Lighting Auto Follow Luminance Channel Setup Position Presets On/Off Clipping Squeeze & Tease MD Menu Tree Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation • 15–15...
Page 158: 3D Guidelines
Ensure that the Squeeze & Tease MD option is installed in the selected MLE. Refer to Chapter 6 “Software Upgrades and Options” in your Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for instructions on how to verify the status of your installed hardware and software options.
Page 159: Flying Keys
These graphic boxes combine to provide a visual status of the image parameters. As you switch between Keyers, the graphics are updated, providing a quick reference when working with multiple images on screen. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation • 15–17...
Page 160: Assigning Multiple Channels To A Flying Key
Assigning Multiple Channels to a Flying Key Your Synergy Q/MD/X switcher allows you to assign a second video channel to each keyer as long as there are sufficient Squeeze & Tease MD resources available. The two video channels in this combined key can be manipulated separately or together.
Page 161 Squeeze & Tease Mode Personality setting. Refer to the section, “Squeeze & Tease Mode”, in the chapter, “Completing Setup”, of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for more information. Notice at the bottom left of the menu that Channel 1 is already On. This happens automatically when you press FLY KEY.
Page 162: Selecting Channels In An Mle Key Group
Channel. You can toggle between the following: • Channel 1 — The video in the first MLE key group channel is selected. 15–20 • Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 163 If you wish to unlock the two channels, Press Channel. The channels unlock and Channel 1 is selected. This completes the procedure for selecting different channels in an MLE key group: Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation • 15–21...
Page 164: Channel Layering And Intersect
Using the intersecting option with planes that are almost parallel to each other or with planes that have Aspect applied may not produce the desired effect. 15–22 • Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 165: Frontside/Backside Video
Refer to the section, “Auto Flip” below. This completes the procedure for displaying separate video on the front and back sides of a flying key. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation • 15–23...
Page 166: Auto Flip
Use the following procedure to use Frontside/Backside and Auto Flip features in a sequence: Load the sequence. • On the Channel Management Menu 2-2, toggle the backside video for the desired channels to On. 15–24 • Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 167 The sequence will use the selected Frontside/Backside and Auto Flip settings. This completes the procedure for using the Frontside/Backside and Auto Flip features in a sequence. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation • 15–25...
Page 168 15–26 • Squeeze & Tease MD Basic Operation Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 169: Position/Crop Functions
The following topics are discussed in this chapter: • Image Position • Image Pivot Location • Image Rotation • Image Aspect Ratio • Image Cropping • Image Transparency • Image Freeze • Individual Centering Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Position/Crop Functions • 16–1...
Page 170: Position/Crop Menu
From the S&T MD Position/Crop Menus you can access the following features: • Image Position • Image Pivot Location • Image Rotation • Image Aspect Ratio • Image Cropping • Image Transparency • Image Freeze 16–2 • Position/Crop Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 171: Image Position
You can not change the size of the image. You can only change the distance of the image from the zero point. Refer to the section “Using the Positioner / Joystick” on page 15–11 for additional information on the 3-axis positioner. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Position/Crop Functions • 16–3...
Page 172: X-Axis Position
Use either the Positioner or the Z Location knob to move the image towards or away from you. The graphics in the Position box assist you by providing a visual representation of the image location. S&T MD Position / Crop — Z Location Menu 16–4 • Position/Crop Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 173 This value indicates the relative position of the image in relation to the center of the 3D view. A value of 1.000 or -1.000 is equal to one full screen width away from or towards you, respectively. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Position/Crop Functions • 16–5...
Page 174: Image Pivot Location
Pivot knob to select the pivot location you want to use. Note As you scroll through the pivot points, the small circle represented the pivot point changes position. 16–6 • Position/Crop Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 175: Pivot Position
Use the Z Location knob to move the pivot point along the Z-Axis. Note As you scroll through the pivot points, the small circle represented the pivot point changes position. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Position/Crop Functions • 16–7...
Page 176: Image Rotation
Notice that as you rotate the image back and forth, the X Rotation value decreases and increases. This value indicates the relative rotation of the image. A value of 1.000 or -1.000 is equal to one full screen rotation (360º) in either direction. 16–8 • Position/Crop Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 177: Y-Axis Rotation
Notice that as you rotate the image back and forth, the Z Rotation value decreases and increases. This value indicates the relative rotation of the image. A value of 1.000 or -1.000 is equal to one full screen rotation (360º) in either direction. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Position/Crop Functions • 16–9...
Page 178: Image Aspect Ratio
The Aspect box and the Position box dynamically change to show the effect. The Aspect box displays the original edge of the source image and the new aspected edge (dotted line). 16–10 • Position/Crop Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 179: Image Cropping
Left & Right Edge — Use the Left & Right Edge knob, or rotate the positioner, to simultaneously adjust the amount of cropping on the left and right side of the image. S&T MD Position / Crop Menu — Crop Horizontal Menu Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Position/Crop Functions • 16–11...
Page 180: Crop Vertical
The Cropping box and the Position box dynamically change to show the effect of the cropping. As well, the Cropping box displays the original edge of the source image and the cropped edge (dotted line). 16–12 • Position/Crop Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 181: Image Transparency
100% — The image is completely transparent and the graphic in the Transparency • area is empty. At this setting the image will not be visible on screen. This completes the procedure for adjusting the Transparency of an image. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Position/Crop Functions • 16–13...
Page 182: Image Freeze
Keyer. S&T MD Position / Crop Menu — Video Frozen This completes the procedure for freezing a video image. 16–14 • Position/Crop Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 183: Individual Centering
F2 + CENTER resets the Vertical Cropping value (Top and Bottom). F3 + CENTER defaults the Transparency (turns it Off and defaults the setting). F4 + CENTER turns the Freeze Off. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Position/Crop Functions • 16–15...
Page 184 16–16 • Position/Crop Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 185: Advanced Positioning
This chapter provides detailed instructions for using Advanced Positioning in Squeeze & Tease. The following topics are discussed in this chapter: • Advanced Positioning Menu • Spin • Viewpoint • Locate • Individual Centering Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Advanced Positioning • 17–1...
Page 186: Advanced Positioning Menu
Press Advanced Positioning to display the S&T MD Advanced Positioning Menu. S&T MD Advanced Positioning Menu From the S&T MD Advanced Positioning Menu you can access the following features: • Spin • Viewpoint • Locate 17–2 • Advanced Positioning Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 187: Spin
If you are using the Spin feature in a sequence, you must choose Spin as the rotation type for that sequence in the Sequence Menu 2-2. Refer to the section “Introduction to Sequences and Wipes” on page 19–2 for detailed information on working with sequences. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Advanced Positioning • 17–3...
Page 188: Viewpoint
Z Location — Use the Z Location knob to move the viewpoint towards or away from the image, along the Z-Axis. This completes the procedure for adjusting the viewpoint of an image. 17–4 • Advanced Positioning Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 189: Locate
Y Locate — Use the Y Locate knob to move the viewpoint and image up or down • along the Y-Axis. This completes the procedure for adjusting the location of an image. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Advanced Positioning • 17–5...
Page 190: Individual Centering
F1 + CENTER defaults the Spin settings (X, Y, and Z). F2 + CENTER defaults the Viewpoint settings (X and Y). • F3 + CENTER defaults the Locate settings (X and Y) for channels only, not objects. • 17–6 • Advanced Positioning Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 191: Borders
The following topics are discussed in this chapter: • Picture Frame Borders Menu • Border Size • Border Appearance • Border Style • Border Color • Working with Multiple Channels • Individual Centering Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Borders • 18–1...
Page 192: Picture Frame Borders Menu
The status area in the top-left corner displays the menu name, the MLE in use and the Key in use. You can toggle between channels when working with borders or select both channels. Refer to the section “Working with Multiple Channels” on page 18–10 for more detailed instructions. 18–2 • Borders Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 193: Border Size
Size area of the menu shows the border in relation to the Flying Key. The border is represented by a solid line and the Flying Key is represented by the dashed line. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Borders • 18–3...
Page 194: Border Appearance
The softness is applied to the inner and outer edges of the Flying Key, as well as the border. The amount of softness, and how it is being applied, is shown by the graphic in the Softness area. 18–4 • Borders Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 195: Border Symmetry
Use the following procedure to adjust the border transparency: Navigate to the S&T MD Border Menu as follows: Press FLY KEY UP ONE Border. • Press Advanced to display the Advanced Menu. S&T MD Border — Advanced Menu Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Borders • 18–5...
Page 196 “Border Symmetry” on page 18–5 for more information on the difference between the true center and relative center of a Flying Key border. This completes the procedure for adjusting border transparency. 18–6 • Borders Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 197: Border Style
Each style can support up to three colors. The current colors of the border are shown in the middle of the screen. Each style has a default set of color values but these can be modified. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Borders • 18–7...
Page 198: Border Color
Press RGB to display and adjust colors using a RGB (Red, Green, Blue) graphic display. The bar graph on the left-hand side of the display shows the level of each color. 18–8 • Borders Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 199: Hsl
Press the appropriate Edit Color softkey to edit each of the border colors. The corresponding graphic will blink to indicate which color you are editing. Operating Pressing the Default Color button will reset the RGB and HSL level to the default levels. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Borders • 18–9...
Page 200: Working With Multiple Channels
If the channels are using different border textures, you can not default the colors. The following message is displayed: "Cannot default the colors when controlling multiple channels having different border textures." 18–10 • Borders Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 201: Individual Centering
F2 + CENTER defaults the Style settings (Texture, Corners). • Note If Auto Defaults is toggled to On, the Border Color will also be reset to match the Texture, otherwise the border color will not be changed. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Borders • 18–11...
Page 202 18–12 • Borders Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 203: Preprocessor Effects
This chapter provides detailed instructions for applying additional effects to keys in Squeeze & Tease. You can apply any combination of Preprocessor Effects to achieve the look you want. The following topic is discussed in this chapter: • Working with Preprocessor Effects Preprocessor Effects • 19–1 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 204: Working With Preprocessor Effects
Press Preprocessor to display the S&T MD Preprocessor Menu. Operating The MLE and Key you are applying the various Preprocessor effects to, is indicated directly below the menu title. S&T MD Preprocessor Menu 19–2 • Preprocessor Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 205: Defocus
On — When the Defocus effect is On, the menu area allows you to adjust how the • effect is applied to the image. S&T MD Preprocessor — Defocus Menu Preprocessor Effects • 19–3 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 206: Mosaic
Use this feature to adjust the luminance and chrominance of the image. As you decrease the values, the color depth of the image will be reduced. The levels of luminance and chrominance adjustment are indicated. 19–4 • Preprocessor Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 207: Colorize
Toggle the Colorize softkey to turn this feature On or Off: • Off — When the Colorize effect is Off, the menu area will be blank and the effect is not applied to the image. Preprocessor Effects • 19–5 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 208: Strobe
Preprocessor. Press Strobe to display the Strobe Menu. Note If the effects is not On (not yet in use), you must press the softkey again to toggle the effect On. 19–6 • Preprocessor Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 209 Frames or Fields, that the image is frozen for. This will be the number of Frames or Fields that would have been drawn if the video was running normally. This completes the procedure for applying the Strobe Effect. Preprocessor Effects • 19–7 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 210 19–8 • Preprocessor Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 211: Sequences And Squeeze & Tease Wipes
Working with Sequences • Working with Squeeze & Tease MD Wipes • Storing Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • Recalling Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–1 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 212: Introduction To Sequences And Squeeze & Tease Wipes
CD-ROM to a USB key. Then, you may recall them on your switcher control panel. Refer to the section “Recalling an Entire Set of Sequences” on page 20–41 for more information. 20–2 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 213: Working With Sequences
Smooth motion — The image accelerates slowly at the start and decelerates slowly at the end of the sequence. The motion between the Keyframes is a straight line. Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–3 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 214 S&T Position / Crop Menu 1-2 Press UP ONE to display the Squeeze & Tease WARP Main Menu 1-2. Squeeze & Tease MD Main Menu 1-2 20–4 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 215 Key. For example, when you have four Keyframes that each have a duration of 30 frames, the sequence rate is 00:04.00 (4 seconds or 120 frames). Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–5 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 216 This initial state is not displayed in the sequence edit or runtime menus. • Use Overwrite Keyframe to save changes to a Keyframe. 20–6 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 217: Creating A Sequence
To create sequences, you work primarily with the various Squeeze & Tease menus and the Pattern Control Group on the control panel. The figure below illustrates the Pattern Control Group on the Synergy 3 control panel. Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–7 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 218: Pattern Control
You must select a FLY KEY for the MLE that has the Squeeze & Tease option installed. If you select an MLE that does not have Squeeze & Tease installed, you will receive an error message. 20–8 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 219 Press UP ONE to display the Squeeze & Tease WARP Main Menu 1-2. Squeeze & Tease Main Menu 1-2 Press Sequence to display the S&T MD Sequence Menu 1-2. Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–9 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 220 S&T MD Sequence Menu 1-2 — Keyframe 1 with a 30 Frame Duration We will now program another Keyframe to continue the sequence. The image will be rotated from Keyframe 1 to the new Keyframe 2. 20–10 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 221 The system fills in the frames between the Keyframes to create the effect. 13. Press DVE to return to the S&T Position/Crop Menu. 14. Use the knobs or the Positioner to move the image to the desired position. Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–11 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 222 22. Press DVE to return to the Sequence Menu. 23. Press Insert Keyframe to insert Keyframe 4. 24. Press Load / Save Sequence to display the S&T MD Sequence Load/Save Menu. 20–12 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 223: Modifying Keyframes
The range of keyframes to modify is configured through the Modify Keyframes Menu, which is accessed through the S&T MD Sequence Menu 2-2. Modify Keyframes Menu Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–13 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 224 Press Relative to set the Modify Type to Relative. Verify the Start KF knob displays Keyframe 2. Use the End KF knob to adjust the end keyframe to Keyframe 4. 20–14 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 225 Your sequence will now show changes to Keyframe 2 to 4 with a relative change to the X-location of the key in Keyframe 2. This completes the procedure to modify the range of keyframes in a sequence using the Modify Keyframe function. Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–15 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 226: Modifying Spline Motion
Increased Tension Spline Keyframe 2 Decreased Tension Keyframe 1 Keyframe 3 Tension Effects on a Spline 20–16 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 227 The figure below shows the effects of continuity on a spline path far better than an explanation. Increased Continuity Spline Keyframe 2 Decreased Continuity Keyframe 1 Keyframe 3 Continuity Effects on a Spline Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–17 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 228: Adding A Hold To A Sequence
Tease installed, you will receive an error message. S&T MD Sequence Menu 1-2 Program the Keyframe (refer to the section “Position/Crop Menu” on page 16–2 for more information). 20–18 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 229 (*) beside a list entry indicates that a sequence has been saved to that position. Use the Sequence knob to select a sequence position in the list and press Save Sequence. Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–19 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 230: Running A Sequence With A Hold
If you select an MLE that does not have Squeeze & Tease installed, you will receive an error message. Press Load / Save Sequence to display the S&T MD Sequence Load/Save Menu. 20–20 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 231: Loading A Sequence
Use the Sequence knob to select the sequence from the list. Press Load Sequence. The sequence appears in the workspace. This completes the procedure for loading a sequence from memory. Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–21 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 232: Running A Sequence
This is the default sequence rate. If you want the sequence to run at a different rate, you can set a new rate manually. 20–22 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 233 If both Keyers are selected as the next transition and they both have a sequence loaded, the display shows the longer of the two rates. Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–23 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 234: Deleting A Sequence
• Press Cancel to terminate the deletion. • Press Confirm to continue with the deletion. This completes the procedure for deleting any of the available sequences. 20–24 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 235: Recalling Sequences Using The Pattern Control Buttons
Press the corresponding row and column button in the Pattern Control area to select a sequence from the Sequence Shot Box and load it into the selected Key. Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–25 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 236: Assigning A Sequence To A Different Pattern Selection Button
The completes the procedure for assigning a sequence to a specific S&T MD Wipe/Sequence button. 20–26 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 237: Sequence Memory Notes
Run the sequence on the preview monitor using the Auto Trans button or the Fader. Bring the Key to air. This completes the procedure for previewing your sequence before bringing it to air. Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–27 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 238: Custom Controls And Sequences
Insert the Pause after the wipe selection, before pressing the Auto Trans button. This ensures that the switcher has sufficient time to load and run the wipe. 20–28 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 239: Working With Squeeze & Tease Md Wipes
You can also specify how quickly you want the image to move from Keyframe to Keyframe. Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–29 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 240: Creating A Squeeze & Tease Wipe
3D space. Press UP ONE to display the Squeeze & Tease WARP Main Menu 1-2. Press Sequence to display the S&T MD Sequence Menu 1-2. 20–30 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 241 Spin Off — This wipe rotates the image off the screen. The rotation between the second-last Keyframe and the final Keyframe determines the direction and amount of rotation. Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–31 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 242 “Adding a Hold to a Sequence” on page 20–18 for information on inserting a Hold into your wipe. This completes the procedure for creating a simple wipe. 20–32 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 243: Loading A Squeeze & Tease Wipe
DISS WIPE to prepare to run the wipe SEND AUTO ROLL TRANS Use this button to run the wipe automatically Running the Squeeze & Tease Wipe Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–33 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 244: Custom Controls And Squeeze & Tease Wipes
Insert the pause after the wipe selection, before pressing the Auto Trans button. This ensures that the switcher has sufficient time to load and run the Squeeze & Tease Wipe. 20–34 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 245: Storing Sequences And Squeeze & Tease Wipes
5 seconds to allow the system to recognize the USB key. Navigate to the Disk Menu as follows: • Press HOME Disk. Press Dest/Source to display the Dest/Source Menu. Dest/Source Menu Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–35 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 246: Storing Memories
5 seconds to allow the system to recognize the USB key. Navigate to the Disk Menu as follows: • Press HOME Disk. Press Dest/Source to display the Dest/Source Menu. 20–36 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 247 USB port. All Memories are stored as MEMORYS.SYN. This completes the procedure for storing the entire set of memory registers to disk. Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–37 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 248: Storing Individual Memory Registers
Setup, or location, for the storage of the files. Press Store Individual to display the Disk Store Individual Items Menu. Disk Store Menu Individual Items Menu 20–38 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 249: Storing An Individual S&T 3D Sequence
Press HOME Disk. Press Dest/Source to display the Dest/Source Menu. Dest/Source Menu Select the storage device that you want to use to store the files as follows: Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–39 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 250 USB port. The individual 3D Sequence is stored as STSEQ##.SEQ (where ## equals 00-99). This completes the procedure for storing a specific 3D sequence to disk. 20–40 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 251: Recalling Sequences And Squeeze & Tease Wipes
Setup, or location, for the storage of the files. Press Recall to display the Disk Recall Menu 1-2. Press MORE to view Disk Recall Menu 2-2. Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–41 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 252: Recalling An Individual S&T 3D Sequence
If you are recalling from the internal hard drive, use the Set Names knob to select a Setup, or location, for the storage of the files. Press Recall Individual to display the Disk Recall Individual Items Menu. 20–42 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 253 When memories are saved to the switcher hard drive or a USB key, they are stored as MEM##.SYN, therefore they can not be recalled individually. This completes the procedure for recalling a specific sequence from disk. Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes • 20–43 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 254 20–44 • Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 255: Lighting
Lighting parameters can be individually set or a number of presets may be used to quickly create lighting effects. The following topics are discussed in this chapter: • Lighting Effects Overview • Applying Lighting Effects • Working with Multiple Channels • Individual Centering Lighting • 21–1 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 256: Lighting Effects Overview
Ambient light level. To give the image a more “flattened” effect, increase the Ambient light level. To rely exclusively on directional light, set the Ambient light to zero. 21–2 • Lighting Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 257 Luminance Clipping In this instance, you would clip the maximum light to a lower level. If the image appears too dark, adjust the minimum light level to a higher setting. Lighting • 21–3 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 258: Applying Lighting Effects
The image appears brighter as it moves closer to the light source and dims as it moves away. This completes the procedure for applying a lighting preset. 21–4 • Lighting Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 259: Applying Individual Lighting Parameters
Use the Ambient knob to control the non-directional “background” light level of the key image. Increased values produce a brighter overall image. Press Position to display the Position Menu. S&T MD Lighting Menu — Position Lighting • 21–5 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 260 Off — The light source keeps its position based on the centre of the 3D space. As the image moves, the light will not move. This completes the procedure for applying individual lighting parameters. 21–6 • Lighting Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 261: Working With Multiple Channels
A quick way to give both channels the same light source position is to set all of the coordinates to 100.0% with both channels selected. Then you can adjust the position as desired. Lighting • 21–7 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 262 The knobs can be used to increase or decrease the thresholds by an equal percentage. A quick way to give both channels equal values is to adjust both thresholds to 100.0%. Then you can adjust the values as desired. 21–8 • Lighting Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 263: Individual Centering
F3 + CENTER defaults the Preset (to Other) • F4 + CENTER defaults the Auto Follow (to On) • F5 + CENTER defaults the Luminance Clipping settings (Min. Light, Max. Light) • Lighting • 21–9 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 264 21–10 • Lighting Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 265: Warp Effects
• Sand • Magnify • Split • Melt • Star • Obscure • Stretch Note Squeeze & Tease MD WARP cannot be used with a 1080p video format at this time. WARP Effects • 22–1 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 266: Selecting And Working With Warp Effects
2, only a single WARP resource is used. This allows you to apply a WARP to a key and use a second WARP as a wipe transition on that key as long as the background is set to transition as well. 22–2 • WARP Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 267: Warp Resources
• Memory Register Recall • Key Copy or Swap • MLE Copy In these cases, the action proceeds without the associated WARP effect applied. WARP Effects • 22–3 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 268: Warp Effects
Use the Film Presets knob to select the effect from the following list: • None • Old Color • Late 1800’s • Pale Color • 1900’s • Oversaturated • 1910’s • Color Fade • 1920’s • Amateur • Early Color • VHS 22–4 • WARP Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 269 Use the Flash knob to modify the number of times the effect flashes. • Use the Intensity knob to modify the intensity of light on the effect. • Use the Radius knob to modify the radius of the effect. WARP Effects • 22–5 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 270: Globe
Movement — Press this button to adjust the continuous rotation of the effect. • Lighting — Press this button to adjust the lighting of the effect. • Light Pos. — Press this button to adjust the position of the lighting effect. 22–6 • WARP Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 271 Use the Y-Position knob to move the effect along the Y-Axis. Note The center point of the screen is 50.00%. • Use the Z-Position knob to move the effect around the Z-Axis. WARP Effects • 22–7 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 272 None – Light source disabled. Flat lighting is used. − Natural – Soft, natural-looking light source. − White – Harsh, white light source. Lighting Position Parameters WARP Menu — Globe, Lighting Position Parameters 22–8 • WARP Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 273: Heart
• Use the Y-Pos knob to position the center point of the heart along the Y-Axis. • Use the Size/Creation knob to create and change the size of the heart. WARP Effects • 22–9 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 274 Use the Luminance knob to adjust the luminance of the border color. • Use the Saturation knob to adjust the saturation of the border color. • Use the Hue knob to adjust the hue of the border color. 22–10 • WARP Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 275: Lens Flare
Flare Options — Press this button to adjust the number of lens flares and to select a lighting source type. WARP Menu — Lens Flare Position Parameters WARP Menu — Lens Flare, Position Parameters WARP Effects • 22–11 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 276 Use the Angle knob to adjust the angle of the lens flares. • Use the Distance knob to adjust the distance between the lens flares and the light source. Color Parameters WARP Menu — Lens Flare, Color Parameters 22–12 • WARP Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 277: Magnify
Shape — Press this button to adjust the shape of the magnified area. • Effects — Press this button to adjust the background, edge effects, and angle of the magnify area. WARP Menu — Magnify WARP Effects • 22–13 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 278 Use the Edge Effect knob to turn borders for the lens effect on or off. • Use the Angle (deg.) knob, or the positioner, to adjust the angle of the magnified area. 22–14 • WARP Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 279: Melt
Use the Peak knob to adjust the size of the melting waves. • Use the Lateral Dist. knob to shrink or expand the video, based on the type of melt you have selected. WARP Effects • 22–15 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 280: Obscure
Shape — Press this button to adjust the shape of the mosaic tile. • Effects — Press this button to adjust the lighting effects. WARP Menu — Obscure Pixelation Parameters WARP Menu — Obscure, Pixelation Parameters 22–16 • WARP Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 281 Effects Parameters WARP Menu — Obscure, Effects Parameters • Use the Background knob to change the background. • Use the Edge Effect knob to toggle the lighting on or off. WARP Effects • 22–17 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 282: Page Roll
When you change the page turn parameters and move the image along the Z-Axis, causing it to appear smaller, you will not see any part of the effect that is happening where there is no key video. 22–18 • WARP Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 283: Pixie Dust
Shape — Press this button to select the shape of the area where the effect appears (rectangle or oval). • Randomness — Press this button to adjust the amount of random particle distribution in the effect. WARP Effects • 22–19 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 284 Use the Aspect knob to change the aspect ratio of the area where the effect appears. • Use the Pattern knob to select the shape of the effect (rectangle or oval). 22–20 • WARP Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 285: Ripple
Lighting — Press this button to adjust the lighting on the effect. • Movement — Press this button to indicate the type of movement you want in the • effect. WARP Menu — Ripple Effect WARP Effects • 22–21 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 286 Use the Ycenter knob to indicate the vertical position of the ripple. Lighting Parameters WARP Menu — Ripple Effect, Lighting Parameters Use the Intensity knob to adjust the intensity of light on the wave of the ripple. • 22–22 • WARP Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 287: Sand
Use the Direction knob to select the direction of the blowing sand. • Use the Opacity knob to adjust the opacity of the grains of sand. • Use the Progression knob to adjust the amount of displacement in the effect. WARP Effects • 22–23 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 288: Split
Use the Phase knob to move the edges of the waves across the image. Split This WARP has two parameters that can be adjusted. • Movement — Press this button to adjust direction and size of the split. 22–24 • WARP Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 289: Star
Rotation — Press this button to adjust the rotation of the effect along either the X, Y, or Z axes. • Shape — Press this button to adjust the number and size of points to the star and the border size. WARP Effects • 22–25 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 290 Use the Y-Rotation knob to adjust the direction and number of rotations along the Y-Axis. • Use the Z-Rotation knob to adjust the direction and number of rotations along the Z-Axis. 22–26 • WARP Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 291 Use the Y-Rate knob to adjust the direction and rate of rotation along the Y-Axis. • Use the Z-Rate knob to adjust the direction and rate of rotation along the Z-Axis. WARP Effects • 22–27 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 292: Stretch
Use the X Aspect knob to adjust the aspect of the effect along the X axis. • Use the Y Aspect knob to adjust the aspect of the effect along the Y axis. 22–28 • WARP Effects Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 293: Appendix A. Menu Trees
Installation Setup Menu Tree • Communications Menu Tree • Custom Control Menu Tree • Custom Control Banks Menu Tree • Disk Menu Tree • Recall Factory Menu Tree Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Appendix A. Menu Trees • 23–1...
Page 294: Bnc Configuration Menu Tree
Prev Next Accept Prev Next Accept Space Letter Letter Preset Names New Name Start Pos Start Pos New Name Preset Names Menu Select Cancel BNC Configuration Menu Tree 23–2 • Appendix A. Menu Trees Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 295: Installation Setup Menu Tree
Mix/DSK Output BNC MLE Tally Menu Menu Menu Fade to Black Menu MLE 1 MLE 2 MLE 3 MLE 4 On/Off On/Off On/Off On/Off Installation Setup Menu Tree Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Appendix A. Menu Trees • 23–3...
Page 296: Communications Menu Tree
Custom Devices Menu Device Network Menu Revert Modify Save To Current Custom Devices Modify Menu Insert Toggle Delete Toggle Special Clear Line Nybble Line Special Options Command Communications Menu Tree 23–4 • Appendix A. Menu Trees Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 297: Custom Control Menu Tree
New Name Preset Names Menu Select Cancel Custom Control Menu Tree Note The Edit menu item only appears if the custom control currently selected has already been programmed. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Appendix A. Menu Trees • 23–5...
Page 298: Custom Controls
Custom Control Bank Name Menu 2 Prev Prev Next Accept Accept Next MORE Space Letter Start Pos Start Pos New Name Default New Name Letter Custom Control Bank Setup Menu Tree 23–6 • Appendix A. Menu Trees Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 299: Disk Menu Tree
Controls Personality Sequences Camera Name Setup Disk Recall Menu Disk Recall Menu 2 Custom MORE S&T MD Memories Controls Personality VTR Clips Installation Sequences Camera Disk Menu Tree Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Appendix A. Menu Trees • 23–7...
Page 300: Recall Factory Menu Tree
Recall Factory Menu 2 Recall Factory Menu MORE Default Default Default Camera Custom Default Personality Memories Switcher Installation Controls VTR Clips NV-RAM S&T Bus Map File Recall Factory Menu Tree 23–8 • Appendix A. Menu Trees Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 301: Appendix B. Squeeze & Tease Md Wipes And Sequences
In This Appendix This appendix briefly describes the pre-programmed Squeeze & Tease Wipes and sequences that are supplied on the Product Resources CD. Appendix B. Squeeze & Tease MD Wipes and Sequences • 24–1 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 302 Move back, then walk the video up AspectX Compress horizontally to knife edge and back AspectY Compress vertically to knife edge and back 24–2 • Appendix B. Squeeze & Tease MD Wipes and Sequences Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 303 X to a knife edge Photo Move away to 3/4 size, light flash, followed by a lighting effect with blur, defocus and sepia while rotating in Y Appendix B. Squeeze & Tease MD Wipes and Sequences • 24–3 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 304 24–4 • Appendix B. Squeeze & Tease MD Wipes and Sequences Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 305: Glossary Of Terms Gl
Frame — One complete picture consisting of two fields of interlaced scanning lines. GPI — An abbreviation for General Purpose Interface, a device which typically allows switcher automatic transition functions to be controlled remotely. 9.1 MD Glossary of Terms • GL–1 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v...
Page 306 PV Output — A switcher output that shows the scene that will go on-air when the next automatic or manual transition takes place. Self Key — A key effect in which the same video signal serves as both the key signal and key fill. GL–2 • Glossary of Terms 9.1 MD Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v...
Page 307: Glossary Of Terms Gl
Wipe — A transition from one video signal to another, in which the change proceeds according to the shape of a specific pattern. A moving transition line separates the two picture signals. 9.1 MD Glossary of Terms • GL–3 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v...
Page 308 GL–4 • Glossary of Terms 9.1 MD Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v...
Page 309: Index
Changing still ID ..........12-26 program custom control setup ..... 14-3 Channel using clips ..........14-11 assigning .............15-17 Auto Flip ............15-24 listing ............15-18 Aux Bus Channel, Still-Store ..........13-9 assign group ..........12-6 Index • IX–1 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 310 ..........12-63 Color (RGB), S&T Border ........18-8 pedestal, adjusting ........12-63 Color, S&T Border ..........18-8 store a shot ..........12-64 Colorize effect ............. 19-5 tilt, adjusting ..........12-63 Communications menu tree ......... 23-4 IX–2 • Index Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 311 ..........13-21 specifications ..........13-2 display frame ........13-21 Image Transfer .............13-5 looping ..........13-21 copying from switcher ........13-8 play speed ........... 13-22 copying to switcher ........13-7 reverse ..........13-21 legacy files ............13-8 Index • IX–3 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 312 ......21-1 21-3 time clock count up ........12-20 model ..........21-1 21-2 transparency ..........16-13 overview ............21-2 tree, custom control banks ......23-6 presets ............21-3 user wipes assignment ........20-27 IX–4 • Index Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 313 . 12-49 12-53 12-54 Off Mode, Aux Bus ..........12-9 recalling a page to program ......12-51 ON AIR swapping preview and program ....12-52 aux bus ............12-6 Pivot position ............16-7 Index • IX–5 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 314 Previewing sequences ........20-27 Running Programming a sequence with a Hold .......20-20 clips .............. 14-3 sequences ............20-22 custom control ..........14-3 wipes ............20-33 Programming, keyframes ........20-3 Protocol Betacam ............14-2 IX–6 • Index Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 315 ..........12-14 deleting ............20-24 size ..............12-15 loading ..........20-6 20-21 Specifications memories ............ 20-27 image ............13-2 menu ............20-5 Spin an image ............17-3 overview ............20-2 Spline motion ........... 20-4 20-29 Index • IX–7 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 316 ..........12-5 Transition type center crosshairs overlay, changing ... 12-17 preview overlay element ......12-14 change safe title overlay ......12-18 Transparency changing VTR timecode overlay ....12-16 applying ............16-13 IX–8 • Index Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
Page 317 ......12-15 worksheet .............13-5 timecode overlay, changing ....... 12-16 using clips ..........14-11 VTR timecode overlay ........12-15 position ............12-16 size ............. 12-16 VTR Timecode overlay, changing ....12-16 Index • IX–9 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

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