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Page 1 Ross Video Limited Operation Guide Volume I Software Issue: 18...
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 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. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
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 EUROPE This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of CE Directive 93/68/EEC. INTERNATIONAL This equipment has been tested to CISPR 22:1997 along with amendments A1:2000 and A2:2002, and found to comply with the limits for a Class A Digital device. Notice This is a Class A product.
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.
Page 8 The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use these systems. If you need more information on the collection, reuse, and recycling systems, please contact your local or regional waste administration. You can also contact Ross Video for more information on the environmental performances of our products.
Page 9 Company Address Ross Video Limited Ross Video Incorporated 8 John Street P.O. Box 880 Iroquois, Ontario, K0E 1K0 Ogdensburg, New York Canada USA 13669-0880 (+1) 613 • 652 • 4886 General Business Office: (+1) 613 • 652 • 4425 Fax: (+1) 613 •...
Page 11: Table Of Contents
Contents Volume I Introduction A Word of Thanks ........................1-1 About This Guide .........................1-2 Volume I ........................1-2 Volume II .......................1-3 Documentation Conventions ....................1-4 Documentation Terms ......................1-5 Abbreviations ........................1-6 Product Overview ........................1-7 Product Highlights ....................1-7 Standard Features ....................1-8 System Options ....................1-14 A Word about Technical Support ..................1-25 Control Panel Introduction In This Chapter ........................2-1 Control Panel Sections ......................2-2...
Page 12 Installed Options Menus ....................3-10 Software Options Menu ..................3-10 Panel Boards Menu ..................... 3-11 Frame Boards Menu ................... 3-12 Option Boards Menu ................... 3-13 Screen Capture ........................3-14 Switcher Basics In This Chapter ........................4-1 Before Starting ........................4-2 Software Reset ......................
Page 13 Preview Overlay Group .....................4-38 Preview Overlay Functions .................4-38 Safe Title and Center ...................4-41 Aspect Ratio ........................4-47 Copy and Swap Functions ....................4-48 Copy MLE ......................4-48 Copy Key ......................4-49 Key Swap ......................4-51 Copy Matte ......................4-52 Copy Wipe ......................4-52 Copy Squeeze & Tease 2D Wipe .................4-53 Background Transitions In This Chapter ........................5-1 Transition Group ........................5-2...
Page 14 Performing a Chroma Key .................. 7-24 Chroma Key Lighting Tips ................. 7-30 Performing a Preset Pattern Key ................. 7-32 Split Keys ......................7-34 Using Downstream Keys ....................7-38 Performing a Downstream Key ................7-39 Using Auto Transitions ..................... 7-45 Using Key Modifiers ......................7-49 Filling a Key with Matte ..................
Page 15 Programming Control Panel Functions ................9-5 Programming Control Panel Functions ..............9-5 Notes on Programming Custom Controls .............9-7 Programming Relative Custom Controls ................9-9 Programming a Relative Custom Control ............9-10 Programming Special Functions ..................9-11 Go To Menu ......................9-11 Custom Control Holds ..................9-13 Custom Control Pauses ..................9-15 Programming Custom Control Loops ................9-17 Creating a Looping Custom Control ..............9-17 Editing Custom Control Macros ..................9-20...
Page 16 Volume II Peripheral Device Control DVE Send Ultimatte Insider Dual Aspectizer Clip Control External DSK 3/4 (CDK-111A-M) Appendix A. Menu Trees Appendix B. How Do I... Glossary of Terms Index vi • Contents Synergy Series Operation Guide (v18)
Page 17: Introduction
Introduction A Word of Thanks Congratulations on choosing the Ross Synergy Series digital video production switchers. You have purchased the power and versatility of a digital Multi-Level Effects (MLE) switcher that is ready to take on all creative challenges in today’s competitive broadcast environment. You will be pleased at how easily your Synergy switcher fits into your overall working environment.
Page 18: About This Guide
About This Guide This guide covers the operation of the following Synergy switchers: • Synergy 2 (2 MLE) • Synergy 3 (3 MLE) • Synergy 4 (4 MLE) The following chapters are included: Volume I • The Front Matter of this guide includes information on the warranty and repair policy, and all regulatory and safety notices and compliance issues.
Page 19: Volume Ii
An Index is also provided for your reference. If, at any time, you have a question pertaining to the operation of your Ross Video Synergy switcher, contact us at the numbers listed in the front of this guide. Our technical staff are always available for consultation, training, or service.
Page 20: Documentation Conventions
Documentation Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this guide: • Rear panel connectors are indicated in bold-faced upper case letters. For example: The AUX 1 connector is … • Control Panel buttons are indicated in bold-faced upper case letters, using a sans-serif font.
Page 21: Documentation Terms
Documentation Terms The following terms are used throughout this guide: • “Frame” and “Electronics Frame” both refer to the Synergy switcher’s 11 RU electronics chassis. • “Operator” and “User” refer to the person who uses the Synergy production switcher. • “Panel”...
Page 22: Abbreviations
Abbreviations The following abbreviations are used throughout the text: Abbreviation Definition Analog-to-Digital Auxiliary Character Generator Digital-to-Analog Distribution Amplifier Digital Disk Recorder Downstream Keyer Digital Video Effects Digital Video Recorder Identification Multi-level Effects Program Bus Preset Bus PST PATT Preset Pattern Preview Rack Unit Technical Director...
Page 23: Product Overview
Product Overview Ross Video developed the Synergy series for live news, live sports, and live production. Because the switcher is the center of the action, it must be powerful, versatile, yet easy to operate. This operational simplicity frees operators to concentrate on the programming — instead of the equipment.
Page 24: Standard Features
• Upgrades from the Web. Software (and some hardware) can be upgraded by downloading files from the Ross Video web site onto a floppy disk or USB key. • Rugged Construction. Ross products are tough — they’re built to handle years of demanding, continuous use.
Page 25 Inputs can be used for video, alpha channel, chroma keying, or switcher reference. Regarding reference, note that any serial digital input can be assigned as the reference. If an analog reference is desired, Ross Video will optionally provide external conversion from (or to) the analog domain.
Page 26 Chroma Keying Chroma keying is available on every keyer in each switcher — including the downstream keyers. Each high quality chroma keyer features internal 4:4:4 chroma channel interpolation from any of the 4:2:2 inputs. • The Synergy 2 (with one MLE plus Program/Preset) is capable of putting up to four different chroma keys on air simultaneously.
Page 27 Standard Digital Outputs In addition to the standard 12 untimed Aux Bus outputs, a wide array of program and preview outputs are also provided as standard: Synergy Series Digital Outputs Quantity Output Type Synergy 2 Synergy 3 Synergy 4 Main PGM Preview Matrix (no overlay) MLE 1 PGM (BKGD) MLE 1 PV (PST)
Page 28 The Clean Feed output can be generated from any MLE keyer — from before or after the keyers as illustrated below. The point from which the feed is derived is software-configurable. BKGD CLEAN FEED Basic Clean Feed Modes At point 1 above, the clean feed output is pulled after the MLE’s program/preset bus, but before the two keys are added.
Page 29 Memory System Each switcher is equipped with a standard 100-event memory for complete switcher snapshots. At the touch of a button, the entire switcher (or simply a portion of the switcher) can be recalled directly from an MLE keypad. You can also associate “attributes” with memory recalls. These could be dynamic “effects dissolves,”...
Page 30: System Options
All switcher inputs and outputs are 10-bit SDI, including the system reference. Signal sources of other video formats must be converted to serial digital. Ross Video chose to do this conversion externally to ensure that the very latest conversion technology and most competitive pricing is available to our customers.
Page 31 UMA-8017 Universal SDI Monitoring Amplifier Please visit our website at http://www.rossvideo.com or contact your Ross Video representative to obtain a current Ross Video Product Catalog for detailed information on our complete line of converters. Serial Digital Inputs Additional serial digital inputs are available in sets of eight — up to a maximum of 64 serial digital inputs.
Page 32 Safe title is a box that outlines the area within which the vast majority of home TV sets will be able to read text. Safe Title area can be adjusted to meet each user's needs. Safe area is a box that outlines the region within which viewers should be able to follow action.
Page 33 Ultimatte Insider Ultimatte Insider ™ is a hardware option that adds true Ultimatte capability — directly inside the Synergy switcher. The option is comprised of hardware boards designed by Ultimatte (the Oscar-winning industry leader in compositing technology), plus two Ultimatte-specific menus for controlling the chroma key.
Page 34 can be used as a background to the other MLE keyer. Alternatively, a character generator key can be frozen to free up your CG for further production. Operationally, Squeeze & Tease is exceptionally easy to control. Most effects can be produced simply by pressing the Fly Key button and using the 3-axis joystick.
Page 35 For destination devices that are sensitive to timing (such as a D-A converter), the Timed Aux Bus outputs are ideal. Note that the Timed Aux Bus option is easily installed in the field. Dedicated and Assignable Remote Aux Panels A Remote Aux Panel is a self-contained switching unit that has its own power supply. It mounts in a 19-inch rack and fills one RU (Rack Unit).
Page 36 • Aux panel assignments are performed using the control panel and menu system. Note New versions of the Dedicated and Assignable Remote Aux Panels now provide 8 GPI input ports per panel. These GPIs are available in addition to those already provided on the frame. This feature allows the manual override of the Aux panel selection via a GPI trigger.
Page 37 Still Store (Chyron Aprisa) Interface This option enables serial ports for control over the Chyron Aprisa Still & Clipstore. It allows a user to randomly access any still or clip under control from Synergy. Custom Control macros can also be created for quick and direct access to clips and switcher scene recalls.
Page 38 clip for use. The menu also includes a timeline that lets you visually review the clip’s parameters. • Once your clips are set up, you can choose a clip register from the Global Memory System area, select the video server on Preset and perform preview and cue operation with full transport control capability.
Page 39 dissolve). You can then select the next transition (using the BKGD, KEY 1 and KEY 2 buttons) and press the AUTO TRANS button. DVE Send transitions do not consume a keyer, and the switcher handles all Aux Bus and signal routing issues automatically.
Page 40 Note that the option includes two redundant power supplies — one for the frame and one for the control panel. Adding redundant power does not increase the amount of rack space required, as the main supply mounts inside the frame, and the control panel supply mounts inside the control panel tub.
Page 41: A Word About Technical Support
A Word about Technical Support At Ross Video, we take pride in the quality of our products, but if problems occur, help is as close as the nearest telephone. Our 24-hour Hot Line service ensures you have access to technical expertise around the clock.
Page 42 1–26 • Introduction Synergy Series Operation Guide (v18)
Page 43: Control Panel Introduction
Control Panel Introduction In This Chapter This chapter introduces each Synergy control panel. You will learn the various sections of each panel, and details about the basic functionality of each section. The following topics are discussed: • Control Panel Sections •...
Page 44: Control Panel Sections
Control Panel Sections The following three figures show a top view of each Synergy control panel, with each control panel section highlighted. Legends beneath the illustrations clearly name each section. Explanations that are more detailed are provided following the three individual switcher drawings. Note Each panel is divided into sections (or “groups”) according to specific functionality.
Page 45: Synergy 3
Synergy 3 The Synergy 3 control panel comes standard with 3 MLEs and 24 inputs. LOBAL EMORY YSTEM YSTEM ONTROL ATTERN ONTROL EMOTE NCLUDE SSIGN HOME ECALL TORE WIPE USER USER ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN INCL SPECT ORDER OTATION EDITOR ATTRIB CLIP USER...
Page 46: Synergy 4
Synergy 4 The Synergy 4 control panel comes standard with 4 MLEs, and 32 inputs. YSTEM ONTROL ATTERN ONTROL LOBAL EMORY YSTEM EMOTE NCLUDE ECALL TORE HOME WIPE USER USER SPECT ORDER OTATION SSIGN INCL EDITOR ATTRIB CLIP USER USER ASPECT ASSIGN ASSIGN...
Page 47 2. Global Memory System Group The Global Memory System Group is used to store and recall switcher memory registers — for all MLEs on the panel. A memory register is a “snapshot” of an MLE (or multiple MLEs). The group includes a disk drive for storing and recalling registers, a status display, and buttons for remote control.
Page 48 6. MLE (Multi-Level Effects) An MLE can be thought of as an individual video layer that can be combined with other images, keys and MLEs to form the composite switcher output. Each MLE is composed of three rows of crosspoints (one per video or key input source). •...
Page 49 • The Aux Bus Assign group is an array of 12 buttons that determines the output to which the Aux Bus row itself is assigned. For example, if ASSIGN 1 is lit, selecting sources on the Aux Bus routes them to the switcher’s Aux 1 output. If ASSIGN 6 is selected, source selection affects the Aux 6 output.
Page 50 12. Preview Overlay Group The Preview Overlay Group allows you to control specific overlay information that is displayed on the preview monitor, such as VTR time code, a count up/down timer, source ID, safe title, etc. Displays are individually selectable on the preview monitor for quick reference.
Page 51 Electronically, Key 1 is downstream (visually in front) of the MLE’s background buses, but upstream (visually in back) of Key 2. The KEY OVER button allows you to change that priority. Operating You can also change the priority of the two keyers in the Key Setup Menus by toggling the Key Over softkey between On and Off.
Page 52 20. MLE Memory Group On the Synergy 3 and 4 panels, the MLE Memory Group allows you to store and recall memory registers within each MLE itself. On the Synergy 2 panel, MLE 1 does not include an MLE Memory Group for compactness. Unlike the Global Memory System Group, the MLE Memory Group pertains only to that individual MLE —...
Page 53: Video Flow Through The Switcher
Video Flow through the Switcher The following three diagrams illustrate how video flows through each Synergy Switcher. These drawings illustrate each switcher’s visual and electronic concepts of upstream and downstream, and are designed to help you visualize and understand each switcher’s architecture from a production standpoint.
Page 54: Synergy 3 Video Flow
• Within MLE 2 itself, the Program and Preset buses are electronically the farthest upstream, DSK 1 is displayed mid stream and DSK 2 is displayed downstream. Visually, all images on the background buses appear behind both DSKs. A key enabled on DSK 1 is displayed visually over the background buses (and all transitions), but visually under DSK 2.
Page 55 • Within MLE 1 and MLE 2, by themselves, the Background and Preset buses are electronically the farthest upstream, Key 1 is displayed mid stream and Key 2 is displayed downstream. Visually, all images on the background buses appear behind both keyers. In the default state, a key enabled on Key 1 is displayed visually over the two background buses (and all transitions), but visually under Key 2.
Page 56: Synergy 4 Video Flow
Synergy 4 Video Flow The following block diagram illustrates the flow of video through the Synergy 4 Switcher. MLE 1 Background Input (BKGD / PST) Video MLE 1 Key 1 MLE 1 Key 2 MLE 2 Background Input (BKGD / PST) Video MLE 2 Key 1 MLE 2 Key 2...
Page 57 If the KEY OVER button is pressed in Key 1, the priority is changed and Key 1 is displayed visually over Key 2. Operating You can also change the priority of the two keyers in the Key Setup Menus by toggling the Key Over softkey between On and Off. Refer to the section “Using Keys”...
Page 58: Using A Keyboard
Using a Keyboard The Synergy Switchers can accommodate a standard PS/2 Keyboard that connects to the rear of the Control Panel. This keyboard allows you to emulate several system control buttons, as well as allow you to enter, or change, names. 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: Using The Keyboard In Change Name Menus
Using the Keyboard in Change Name Menus The keyboard allows you to type alphanumeric characters in the various Change Name menus of the Switcher. The following table illustrates the function of the keys on the keyboard as they relate to the control panel buttons in the change name menus.
Page 60: Switcher Color Scheme
Switcher Color Scheme Depending on the control panel option you have, your Synergy control panel may come with a specific color scheme to identify each MLE, and specific MLE selection buttons within the various control panel sections. If you purchased the All White Buttons option for your Synergy control panel, there will be no color identification for the buttons.
Page 61: Resetting The System
Resetting the System If required, the Synergy system can be reset manually from the frame. There are two types of resets: • A Full Reset affects hardware and software simultaneously. • A Software Reset affects software only. Full Reset This function performs both a hardware and a software reset simultaneously. Switcher memory registers, personality registers, installation registers, and custom control registers are not affected by the reset, but all other switcher parameters (for example, the current state of the panel) are reset.
Page 62 To reset MLE 3 (on Synergy 3 and Synergy 4 systems), simultaneously press MLE 3 in the RECALL column and MLE 3 in the STORE column. To reset MLE 4 (on Synergy 4 systems), simultaneously press MLE 4 in the RECALL column and MLE 4 in the STORE column.
Page 63: Switcher Timeout
Switcher Timeout If no control panel buttons are touched and no fader arms are moved for a period of 30 minutes, the switcher goes into a “sleep” mode and all lights are automatically turned off. This function is specifically designed to extend the life of the display and the button lamps. If this timeout occurs, press any button or move any fader (or joystick) to “wake”...
Page 64 2–22 • Control Panel Introduction Synergy Series Operation Guide (v18)
Page 65: Using The Menu System
Using the Menu System In This Chapter This chapter provides an introduction to the Synergy switcher’s menu system. The following topics are discussed: • About the System Control Display • Menu System Basics • Positioner Icons • Adjusting the Display •...
Page 66: About The System Control Display
About the System Control Display Each Synergy Switcher includes a System Control Group in its top panel. GLOBAL MEMORY SYSTEM SYSTEM CONTROL REMOTE INCLUDE HOME INCL EDITOR ATTRIB RECALL STORE CLIP FADE UNDO RATE KEYS MLE 3 LOCK ONLY RATE MENU BANK ENTER...
Page 67: Menu System Basics
Menu System Basics The following figure illustrates the System Control Group, which is identical on all Synergy switchers — in both appearance and function. At the center of the group is the System Control Display, a bright LCD screen that provides a variety of clear menus for various system set up and operational functions.
Page 68 2. Main Area The large center area of the display is your main working area for each specific menu. It is typically reserved for status, text, mini “help” messages, descriptions of parameters, entry fields, etc. 3. Label Area Labels on the bottom row represent functions, or will route you to further sub-menus. These labels change depending upon the selected mode and menu.
Page 69: Using The Keyboard In System Control Menus
• UP ONE — Press to take the display up one level in the menu tree. For example, if you press Disk to go one level down to the Disk Menu, press UP ONE to return up one level to the Main Menu 1-2. •...
Page 70: Positioner Icons
Positioner Icons When you select specific installation and operational menus, the Positioner Icons appear in the right-hand Scroll Area. Typically, two or three icons are shown, depending upon the selected menu and function. When these icons appear, you can adjust the selected function or parameter either with the Scroll Knobs or with the Positioner.
Page 71 Display Menu — Mnemonic Display Adjust the brightness and contrast of the mnemonic displays as follows: • Use the Brightness knob to adjust display brightness. • Use the Contrast knob to adjust display contrast. This completes the procedure to adjust the contrast of the display. Synergy Series Operation Guide (v18) Using the Menu System •...
Page 72: Help Features
Help Features Two help features provide convenient on-line assistance as you operate your Synergy switcher: • Help Menu • Pop-up Help Help Menu The Help Menu provides a list of important “hidden” switcher functions that require two-button combinations to access, such as Keyer and MLE copy functions. The More Info Menu provides more information about the highlighted function.
Page 73: Pop-Up Help
Pop-up Help window is displayed. This window will provides a brief explanation of why the operation cannot be performed and a reference number that can be used when contacting Ross Technical support. The following is an example of a Pop-up window.
Page 74: Installed Options Menus
Important Serial numbers allow Ross Video to properly track which options have been purchased by each customer. Serial numbers are installed in flash memory at the factory.
Page 75: Panel Boards Menu
Verify that the list reflects the exact options that you have purchased. If not, please contact Ross Video Technical Support for further information. If a serial number appears at the top of the menu, please verify that this number matches the serial number printed on the rear of the Synergy frame.
Page 76: Frame Boards Menu
Press Panel Boards to display the Panel Boards Options Menu. Panel Boards Menu Use the middle knob to scroll through the list of the installed control panel boards. This completes the procedure to check the panel boards that are installed on the control panel. Frame Boards Menu The Frame Boards Menu allows you to view the frame boards that are currently installed on the frame.
Page 77: Option Boards Menu
Option Boards Menu The Option Boards Menu allows you to view the option boards that are currently installed on the frame. The Main Area of the menu provides three columns of information that pertain to the optional boards that can be installed in the frame: •...
Page 78: Screen Capture
Screen Capture Switcher users can take screen captures of the Synergy panel menus. The switcher saves the screen capture as a 16K bitmap file, which you can then import into other applications on your computer. Use the following procedure to capture an image of the large menu display on the control panel: Insert a storage device into the Synergy control panel as follows: •...
Page 79: Switcher Basics
Switcher Basics In This Chapter This chapter presents detailed basic switcher operating procedures, rules, and methods. The following topics are discussed: • Before Starting • Software Reset • Menu Method • System Reset Notes • Power Fail Indicators • Power Failure Recovery •...
Page 80: Before Starting
Before Starting If you are unfamiliar with the operation of a multi-level effects switcher, it is always advisable to check the initial condition of the switcher’s control panel, and reset the panel if required. By performing a software reset, you can guarantee a base default condition, and eliminate any special setups that may be present on the panel (as left by the last TD).
Page 81: System Reset Notes
Warning — Reset Switcher Registers • Press Yes to reset all Switcher Registers (control panel settings) to their default values. The control panel will be reset and all crosspoints and keyers will be cleared. • Press No to retain the current set of Switcher Registers and exit the menu safely. The control panel will not be reset.
Page 82: Power Fail Indicators
After restoring power to the control panel, you may receive the error message “USB Upgrade Failed” if you have the USB Removable Media Drive option installed. Contact Ross Video Technical Support for more information on correcting the error. 4–4 • Switcher Basics...
Page 83: Switcher Personality
Switcher Personality The Personality Menu of the switcher provides several functions that determine how certain modes and features operate, providing the operator with the ability to customize these features based on user preference. The following personality features are discussed in this section: •...
Page 84: Roll Vtr Mode
Personality — DSK Level Cut Menu Assign the DSK Level Cut feature to each DSK as follows: • Use the DSK knob to select which DSK you want to turn the DSK Level Cut feature on or off. • Use the On/Off knob to select whether the selected DSK is cut off with a manual crosspoint change on the PGM Bus.
Page 85: Matte Limit
Play Mode When the ROLL VTR button is in this mode: • Pressing the button immediately rolls the serial device selected on the PST bus (one device per bus, including one device from a re-entered MLE). • The transition that brings the device to air must be initiated by the operator with the fader, CUT, or AUTO TRANS buttons.
Page 86: Mem Bank Cycle Max
• Press HOME MORE Setup Personality. Personality Menu 1-4 Toggle Matte Limit between On and Off as follows: • On — Select this option to have all color adjustments within the RGB color space. Off — Select this option to have colors adjusted outside of the RGB space. This is •...
Page 87: Double Press Rate
Use the following procedure to configure the Bank 0 Lit function: Navigate to the Personality Menu 1-4 as follows: • Press HOME MORE Setup Personality. Personality Menu 1-4 Press Bank 0 Lit to toggle the Bank Light On and Off. •...
Page 88: Ultimatte Quick Recall
Ultimatte Quick Recall This function recalls saved Ultimatte settings without performing the Auto Chroma function. Should you wish to preview and possibly recalculate Chroma Settings before sending a Chroma key to air, set this option to Off. Use the following procedure to enable the Ultimatte Quick Recall option: Navigate to the Personality Menu 2-4 as follows: •...
Page 89: 3D Pattern Button Assign Option
To use this function, you require the S&T 3D/WARP option installed in an MLE (or MLEs) of your switcher. For information about obtaining the S&T 3D/WARP option, contact Ross Video Technical Support. If you have the S&T 3D option installed, refer to your Squeeze & Tease 3D/WARP Owner’s Guide for details on installing sequences and wipes to your switcher.
Page 90: Store Mode
Store Mode The Store Mode option enables the Memory area to switch to Recall mode or stay in Save mode after saving a memory in the switcher. Use the following procedure to configure the Store Mode option: Navigate to the Personality Menu 2-4 as follows: Press HOME MORE Setup...
Page 91: Standard Mnemonics
To use this function, you must have the Mnemonic Display option installed on your switcher. For information about obtaining the Mnemonic Display option, contact Ross Video Technical Support. Use the following procedure to configure settings for the Mnemonic Display option: Navigate to the Personality Menu 2-4 as follows: •...
Page 92 Selecting the Font Size To set the size of the text that will appear in the mnemonic displays, rotate the top Font knob to select from the following choices: • Small — up to 6 characters per line. • Small Invert — up to 6 characters per line. Light text is on a dark background. •...
Page 93: Pip-Ii Mem
DVE Send To use the DVE Send button for internal Squeeze & Tease wipes, ensure that a Squeeze & Tease card is installed and configured. If not, please contact Ross Video for details. Synergy Series Operation Guide (v18) Switcher Basics • 4–15...
Page 94: Audio Transition
Refer to the section “Installed Options Menus” on page 2–37 for instructions on verifying the status of installed options. Important In previous versions of Synergy software the DVE Send button was used to control external DVEs. The default setting in version 14 or higher system software is Internal. Holding down the WIPE + DVE SEND buttons will also activate Internal Squeeze &...
Page 95: White Flash
Toggle the AudioTrans softkey to Pgm or All to set the audio transition personality. • Pgm — This option tells the switcher to perform an audio transition only when a Program MLE is transitioned. • All — This option tells the switcher to perform an audio transition when any MLE is transitioned.
Page 96: Recall Deleted Memories
Color Selection Menu. Note The White Flash default is set to HSL. Press RGB if you wish to edit the White Flash in RGB colors. Adjust the appearance of the White Flash as follows: Use the Luminance knob to adjust the luminance level of the White Flash. •...
Page 97: Next Available Memory
• No — Use this option to not have the switcher recall deleted memories. The switcher will only recall those memories that have not been tagged as deleted. This is the default setting. This concludes the procedure to configure the Recall Deleted Memories feature. Next Available Memory The Next Available Memory feature enables the Synergy switcher to recall the next available memory register to the Global Memory Group or the MLE Memory Group.
Page 98: Bus Hold Clear
Personality Menu 4-4 Toggle the Qck Trans PV button between On and Off as follows: • On — Use this option to enable a Transition Preview on the Program MLE. • Off — Use this option to not preview the next transition on the Program MLE. This is the default setting.
Page 99: Audio Cut Only
Audio Cut Only The Audio Cut Only features sets whether audio transitions occur at the same rate as the video transition, or whether the audio transitions cut. Note that this is not a true cut as the speed that one channel is taken off-air and the next channel is take on-air depends on the Audio Mixer.
Page 100: Basic Switcher Functions
Basic Switcher Functions This section provides basic information and general rules regarding Synergy switcher operation. The following sections are included: • General Button Rules • Crosspoint Button Rules • SHIFT Button • PGM/Key SHIFT Mode • Bus Hold Mode • Flip-Flop Operation •...
Page 101: Shift Button
Please note the following important rules: • There are four internally generated sources available: BLACK — normally placed on the first or left-most crosspoint in a bus row. SHIFT — typically placed as the last or right-most crosspoint in a bus row but can be placed on any crosspoint.
Page 102: Pgm/Key Shift Mode
Press the desired crosspoint. Release both buttons. The SHIFT button plus the selected source both stay lit, as indicated in the following example: COLOR COLOR BLACK SHIFT BKGD 1 BKGD 2 COLOR COLOR BLACK SHIFT BKGD 1 BKGD 2 Shifted Crosspoint Selected on PGM Please note: •...
Page 103: Flip-Flop Operation
Use the following procedure to perform a Bus Hold: Press the desired crosspoint(s) you wish to retain during the memory recall. You can select multiple crosspoints on multiple buses. Press the Bus Hold button on each Bus you wish to retain during the memory recall. You can select multiple buses to Hold.
Page 104: Key Bus
Key Bus Each MLE includes a Key Bus (a sample of which is shown below): KEY1 KEY2 COLOR COLOR BLACK SHIFT BKGD 1 BKGD 2 COLOR COLOR BKGD BLACK SHIFT BKGD 1 BKGD 2 COLOR COLOR BLACK SHIFT BKGD 1 BKGD 2 Synergy 3 —...
Page 105: Bus Indicators
Bus Indicators Two LED indicators are positioned at the end of each bus row: KEY1 KEY2 COLOR COLOR BLACK SHIFT BKGD 1 BKGD 2 COLOR COLOR BKGD BLACK SHIFT BKGD 1 BKGD 2 COLOR COLOR BLACK SHIFT BKGD 1 BKGD 2 Synergy 3 —...
Page 106 Output Menu — MLE Tally Menu Assign a tally function to an MLE as follows: • Use the MLE knob to select the MLE that you want to assign a tally function to. • Use the Tally knob to select the desired tally function. You can select between the following: Always —...
Page 107: Knobs
Please note: • The MLEs themselves are always synchronous, with a fixed internal timing. Only individual sources can become non-synchronous. The N/S LED will not light in a re-entry situation. For example, if a source on MLE 1 is • non-sync, and MLE 1 is re-entered into MLE 2’s program bus, the N/S LED will not light on MLE 2’s program bus.
Page 108: Re-Entry
• End-stop Knobs are used in all other locations on the panel, as shown below in the Mattes group (on the Synergy 4 panel). MATTES End-stop Knobs Mattes Group — End-stop Knobs Note the following important points regarding End-stop Knobs: All End-stop Knobs provide a definite tactile indication of the absolute upper and lower limits of the function being adjusted.
Page 109 • For the Synergy 3 and 4 switchers, re-entry buttons on the upper MLEs allow you to add or combine the contents of an entire upstream or downstream MLE to the MLE’s output video content. In effect, you can re-enter up or down. Again, the number of re-entry buttons depends on the model.
Page 110 However, each switcher is designed to inhibit illegal loops such as those described above. If you press a re-entry crosspoint that has the potential to create an endless loop, the button will not “take.” 4–32 • Switcher Basics Synergy Series Operation Guide (v18)
Page 111: Using The Preview Bus
Using the Preview Bus The buttons in the Preview Bus Group allow you to preview selected MLE outputs on your preview monitor. These buttons provide a “look-ahead” view of the selected output. • The following figure shows the Synergy 2 Preview Bus Group. PREVIEW BUS MLE 1 MLE 2...
Page 112 • Press any MLE PV buttons such as, MLE 1 PV, MLE 2 PV, to view crosspoints selected on the indicated MLE’s PST bus, and the exact state of the MLE after the “next transition” is performed. Note The buttons on the Preview Bus group do not auto follow. If you select MLE 1 PV on the Preview Bus, for example, and then switch new crosspoints on MLE 2, the Preview Bus selection remains on MLE 1 4–34 •...
Page 113: Fade To Black
Fade to Black The following topics are discussed in this section: • Using Fade to Black • Changing Fade to Black Rates • Using the Fade to Black Menu Using Fade to Black Note Performing a Fade to Black will not change the audio levels on a Remote Audio Mixer.
Page 114: Changing Fade To Black Rates
1. Cut to Black Press CUT to instantly cut the switcher output to black. When the switcher is in black, press CUT again to cut the switcher back to the previous full on-air program output. 2. Fade to Black Press FADE to fade (auto transition) the switcher output to black, using the assigned Fade to Black rate.
Page 115: Using The Fade To Black Menu
Notes on Fade to Black Rates Please note the following when changing the Fade to Black rates: • If you want to clear the rate and cancel the procedure, press the FADE RATE button during the entry process. • If you want to enter a different rate before pressing ENTER, simply continue to type until the desired value is displayed.
Page 116: Preview Overlay Group
Preview Overlay Group The following figures illustrate the Preview Overlay group. The location and layout of the Preview Overlay groups vary between Synergy switchers. • Synergy 2 — The following figure illustrates the Preview Overlay group for the Synergy 2 panel. Here, the group is located within the switcher’s Global Memory System group.
Page 117 You can navigate to the overlay function menus as follows: Press HOME to display the Main Menu 1-2. Press PREVIEW OVERLAY to display the Preview Overlay Menu. Pressing the required overlay function displays the appropriate menu. For example, pressing Source Identification displays the Source Identification Menu. Each overlay function is discussed in the following sections.
Page 118 Modify the position and size of the Source ID overlay as follows: • Use the X knob to adjust the horizontal position of the overlay. You can also move the Positioner left and right. • Use the Y knob to adjust the vertical position of the overlay. You can also move the Positioner up and down.
Page 119: Safe Title And Center
• Use the Size knob to adjust the size of the timecode. You can select between normal, double or triple size digits. Press Done to accept the new position and size of the VTR Timecode. • If the color of the timecode overlay is yellow, the video that is selected on the Preset Bus is the source device itself.
Page 120 Center Press CENTER to toggle the Center Cross Hairs overlay On and Off. CENTER The CENTER overlay places Cross Hairs on the main preview output to indicate the center of the picture, as displayed in the following figure: Center Cross Hairs Center Cross Hair Overlay •...
Page 121 Time Clock Main Menu For each of the counting modes, the following softkeys apply: • Press Start to start the clock counting up from zero, or, down from the preset time. When Start is pressed, the softkey label changes to Stop. •...
Page 122 Time Clock Direction Menu Use the Going knob to select Up to set the time clock for counting up from zero to • the preset reset time. • Use the Going knob to Down to set the time clock for counting down from the preset reset time.
Page 123 Note For auto transitions such as wipes and dissolves, the clock will not reset and start until the end of the transition. For transitions performed with the Fader, the clock will not reset and start until the Fader reaches a limit. In the count-down mode, when the clock reaches zero, it stops and does not automatically wrap to the preset time.
Page 124 Note You can check masks in the various MLEs by pressing the MLE buttons in the 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. Toggle the preview mask function —...
Page 125: Aspect Ratio
Aspect Ratio In the Output Menu, the MLE Aspect Ratio function allows you to change the aspect ratio of each MLE. Affected switcher modes include: • A circle wipe in 4:3 remains a circle in 16:9. • 3D flown keys may change shape from squares to rectangles. Use the following procedure is to set the aspect ratio of the MLE output: Navigate to the MLE Aspect Ratio Menu as follows: Press HOME...
Page 126: Copy And Swap Functions
Copy and Swap Functions The following copy and swap functions are available for all Synergy switchers: • Copy MLE — allows you to copy the contents of an MLE to another MLE location on the switcher. • Copy Key — allows you to copy the contents of a keyer to another key location (in the same MLE, or on a different MLE).
Page 127: Copy Key
• If a re-entry selection is invalid on the destination MLE, BLACK is automatically selected when the copy is performed. If a transition type is invalid on the destination MLE, DISS is automatically selected. • If a specific option is not installed on the destination MLE, the system automatically turns the function off.
Page 128 Use the following procedure to copy an MLE Keyer to another MLE Keyer: Press and hold any Key Type button in the destination MLE’s Key 1 or Key 2 group. SELF AUTO CHROMA SELECT PATT Press any Key Type button in the source MLE’s Key 1 or Key 2 group. This can be the same MLE or a different MLE.
Page 129: Key Swap
Use the following procedure to copy a Preset Pattern key within Keyer 1 of MLE 1: Set up a Preset Pattern key in Channel 1 of Keyer 1. Refer to the section “Performing a Preset Pattern Key” on page 7–32 for details. Copy your Preset Pattern key to Channel 2 of Keyer 1 as follows: Ensure the FLY KEY button is lit in Keyer 1, enabling the Fly Key Mode.
Page 130: Copy Matte
DSK to DSK Swap Use the following procedure to swap a DSK with another DSK (or with an MLE Keyer): Press and hold the DSK Crosspoint that you want to swap. Press either DSK 1 or DSK 2 (or KEY 1 or KEY 2) in the second keyer’s Transition Group.
Page 131: Copy Squeeze & Tease 2D Wipe
Copy Squeeze & Tease 2D Wipe The Copy Wipe function also allows you to copy a Squeeze & Tease 2D wipe pattern (and all associated modifiers) from one MLE to another. Use the following procedure to copy a Squeeze & Tease 2D wipe: In the source MLE, press WIPE and DVE SEND to access the Squeeze &...
Page 132 4–54 • Switcher Basics Synergy Series Operation Guide (v18)
Page 133: Background Transitions
Background Transitions In This Chapter Background transitions are the most frequently used switcher operation. The simplest transition is a direct selection of the next picture on the PGM bus, performed by pressing another crosspoint. This simple “cut” provides an instantaneous change, but does not allow you to preview the next picture. Other types of transitions involve the PST bus and the controls in the Program/Preset Transition group and the MLE Transition group.
Page 134: Transition Group
Transition Group Each Synergy switcher includes one Program/Preset Transition group, which is located in the panel’s highest-numbered MLE. The following figure illustrates the Program/Preset Transition group that is identical for all switchers. MLE 4 TRANSITION FRAMES BKGD DSK1 DSK2 ACTIVE ROLL BLACK DISS...
Page 135 Note that the sections are numbered in an identical manner for both transition groups. 1. Fader Section The Fader handle is used to perform manual transitions. The “type” of transition is FRAMES based on the transition button that is selected in the Transition Parameter Section — Dissolve, Wipe, or DVE Send.
Page 136 Note When you press AUTO TRANS in DSK 1, the DSK 1 button lights during the transition interval to indicate a DSK transition in progress. Similarly, when you press AUTO TRANS in MLE Key Group 1, the KEY 1 button lights. Refer to the section “Using Keys” on page 7–20 for more information.
Page 137 The function of the ROLL VTR button is determined by the Roll VTR Mode setting (on the Personality Menu): If the Roll VTR Mode is set to Play, pressing ROLL VTR immediately plays the serial device(s) selected in the transition area (one device per bus, including device(s) from a re-entered MLE) on the MLE.
Page 138 Note When you press AUTO TRANS in DSK 1 or DSK 2, the DISS button in the Program/Preset Transition group lights during the transition interval to indicate a DSK transition in progress. Similarly, when you press AUTO TRANS in MLE Key Group 1 or 2, the DISS button lights in the MLE Transition Group.
Page 139: Using Manual Transitions
Using Manual Transitions Use the following procedure to perform a manual transition: Check that your program/preview monitoring is set as needed for the selected MLE. Refer to the section “Using the Preview Bus” on page 4–33 for details. Select an input on the MLE’s PGM bus. Select a different input on the MLE’s PST bus.
Page 140: Using Dissolves
Press CUT. The inputs selected on the PGM and PST buses instantly exchange and the buses flip-flop. The following figure illustrates the MLE and monitor setup after the cut. BLACK BLACK Preview Monitor Program Monitor (CAM 1) (CAM 3) Press CUT again to repeat the process and restore the original background. This completes the procedure to perform a cut.
Page 141: Working With Next Transitions
BLACK BLACK Preview Monitor Program Monitor (CAM 3) (CAM 1 and CAM 3) At the end of the transition, the PST video completely replaces the PGM video, and the buses flip-flop. The following figure illustrates the MLE and monitor setup after the dissolve.
Page 142 Notes on Working with Next Transitions Please note the following important points: • The three buttons define what you want to change on your program output. Any combination of the background and two keys can be changed. You can change one, two, or three elements as desired —...
Page 143: Auto Transitions
If the background image is wrong, select the correct image on the PST bus — or alternately, change the state of the BKGD button. Once you have confirmed that the next image is correct on Preview, perform the transition — either manually with the Fader, or automatically using CUT or AUTO TRANS.
Page 144 Using the keypad (in the Global Memory System group) enter the desired rate in frames — from 1 to 999. The rate is displayed on the display’s top line as you type, and the ENTER button lights. New MLE Rate:030 M:015 D:008 F:20 To accept the new rate, press ENTER.
Page 145: Preset Black
Please note: • To clear the rate and cancel the procedure, press the MLE RATE button during the entry process. • To enter a different rate before pressing ENTER, simply continue to type until the desired value is displayed in the register. This completes the procedure to change the auto transition rates in the MLE Transition group.
Page 146: White Flash
Perform a transition with the Fader, AUTO TRANS, or CUT. The program transitions to black. Note that when black is reached, the switcher presets the previous scene (from step 2), which also is displayed on Preview. Perform a second transition using the Fader, AUTO TRANS, or CUT. The switcher transitions to the previous scene, at the end of which the PST BLACK light turns off.
Page 147: Transition Preview
Press Color to display the Color Selection Menu. Color Selection Menu Note The White Flash default is set to HSL. Press RGB if you wish to edit the White Flash in RGB colors. Use the Color Selection Menu to adjust the appearance of the White Flash: Use the Luminance knob to adjust the luminance level of the White Flash.
Page 148 SEND) and then using the Fader or AUTO TRANS button. The TRANS PV button will stay lit only while the transition type button is held. • Press the TRANS PV button. The preview monitor now displays the MLE program output and the TRANS PV button is now lit. Use the Fader or AUTO TRANS to preview the current effect.
Page 149: Key Over
Use the Fader or AUTO TRANS button to preview the current effect. Release the transition button you pressed in step 4. This concludes the procedure to utilize the Transition Preview in the PGM MLE. Key Over Each MLE has two KEY OVER buttons: •...
Page 150: Transition Limit
• The Key Over function can be regarded as a fourth “next transition”, which is mutually exclusive with the BKGD, KEY 1, and KEY 2 buttons. When KEY OVER is pressed, all three “next transition” buttons automatically turn off. Refer to the section “DVE Send and Keying” for additional details on the KEY OVER button, when used in conjunction with the DVE Send feature.
Page 151: Pattern Control
Pattern Control In This Chapter This chapter provides information and instructions for using the Synergy switcher’s Pattern Control group. The following topics will be discussed: • Pattern Control Group • Using Wipes • Adjusting Matrix Wipes • User Wipes • Squeeze &...
Page 152: Pattern Control Group
Pattern Control Group Each switcher includes one Pattern Control group, which is located in each panel’s top right-hand area. Every MLE (including the Program/Preset MLE) has two pattern generators: • Pattern generator 1 is shared between the MLE’s Wipe Generator and the Preset Pattern Generator in the MLE’s Keyer 1 (or DSK 1).
Page 153 • Synergy 3 — The following figure illustrates the Pattern Control group for the Synergy 3 panel: PATTERN CONTROL WIPE USER USER ASPECT BORDER SOFT ROTATION USER USER ASPECT PATT2 USER USER S&T USER USER FLIP NORM HMULT VMULT WIPES USER FLOP 1) Pattern Assignment Section...
Page 154 1. Pattern Assignment Section The Pattern Assignment Section provides a group of buttons that allow you to assign the Pattern Control group to individual MLE’s. • (All Switchers) Press MLE 1 to assign the group to control patterns in MLE 1. The button will also light automatically if the WIPE button is pressed in MLE 1.
Page 155 Please note: • When the DVE Send and Remote Control Option is installed and the DVE button is pressed, the Pattern Selection Section changes into a DVE shot box. Refer to Chapter 9, “DVE Send” for full details on the DVE Send feature. •...
Page 156 • The SET USER button calls up the User Wipe Menu, which is used to select user wipes and assign them to one of the eight (seven on the Synergy 2) available “user” USER wipe buttons in the Pattern Selection Section. Refer to the section “User Wipes” on page 6–11 for complete instructions.
Page 157 • The ROTATION knob allows you to rotate patterns (when the ROT button is lit). Turning the knob clockwise rotates the selected pattern clockwise. Turning the knob counter-clockwise rotates the selected pattern ROTATION counter-clockwise. As an overall reminder about the knobs in the Pattern Control group, please note the following important point regarding end-stop knobs: •...
Page 158: Using Wipes
Using Wipes Wipes can be performed in any MLE. In a “background wipe” transition, the PGM (or BKGD) bus video is gradually replaced with the PST bus video according to a wipe pattern pre-selected from the Pattern Selection Section in the Pattern Control group. Use the following procedure to perform a wipe: Check that your program/preview monitoring is set as needed for the selected MLE.
Page 159: Adjusting Matrix Wipes
The following figure illustrates the MLE and monitor setup after the wipe. BLACK BLACK Preview Monitor Program Monitor (CAM 1) (CAM 3) Please note the following important points regarding wipes: • During the wipe, the ON AIR indicators at the end of both the PGM/BKGD and PST bus rows will be lit.
Page 160 Use the top knob to adjust the size (in pixels) of the matrix wipe squares (also known as “tiles”). Press Tall to display the Matrix Tall Menu. Matrix Tall Menu Use the top knob to adjust the height of the matrix wipe tiles. Press Wide to display the Matrix Wide Menu.
Page 161: Matricized Wipes
Matricized Wipes Using the Matricize Wipe feature, all Synergy switchers allow you to turn any standard pattern into a matrix wipe, with full functionality in positioning and modifying the custom “matricized” pattern. Use the following procedure to “Matricize” a wipe: Select any matrix wipe pattern.
Page 162 User Wipe Menu Select the User Wipe button that you wish to program. Two methods are available: In the Pattern Control Group, press one of the eight User Wipe buttons (USER 1 • through USER 8). Note that the Synergy 2 only has seven User Wipe buttons. •...
Page 163 Rotary Wipes The following figure illustrates the available “Rotary” User Wipes. The numbers under the wipe patterns indicate the wipe number as selected using the bottom knob in the scroll area of the User Wipe Menu. Rotary Wipes – Visual Representations and Wipe Numbers Note The graphical representations of the wipes do not correspond with the patterns on the actual keys in the Pattern Control Group.
Page 164: Squeeze & Tease 2D Wipes
Squeeze & Tease 2D Wipes The Squeeze & Tease 2D Wipe function allows you to perform push-offs, pull-ons and other similar DVE transitions from within an MLE itself. Use the following method to activate the Squeeze & Tease 2D wipes function: Press DVE SEND and WIPE at the same time in the selected MLE’s Transition Group.
Page 165 Squeeze & Tease 2D Wipes — Normal The table below lists the Squeeze & Tease 2D wipe names that appear in the panel menu when any wipe button is pressed, and with the REV button pressed. Squeeze & Tease 2D Wipes — Reversed Select your foreground and background sources in the normal way, and experiment to discover the patterns that you like the best.
Page 166: Matte Group
Matte Group Each switcher includes one Matte group, whose layout differs slightly with the switcher model. The Matte group provides a set of assignable controls that allow you to select specific matte generators and adjust colors for selected wipe patterns, borders, washes, and matte fills. By pressing the desired MLE assignment button in the group (or by pressing a WIPE, BORD or MATTE FILL button within an MLE itself), the Matte group is assigned to that specific MLE.
Page 167 • Synergy 4 — The following figure illustrates the Matte group for the Synergy 4 panel: MATTES BKGD1 BKGD2 BORD BORD PATT KEY1 KEY2 WASH WASH 1) Matte Assignment Section 3) Matte Color Knobs 2) Matte Destination Section 4) Wash Section The layout of the group is almost identical on all three switchers.
Page 168 • Press BKGD 1 KEY 1 to select matte generator 1. This is a shared matte generator that is automatically selected when the following buttons are pressed in the selected BKGD1 KEY1 MLE: COLOR BKGD 1 (on the bus row) MATTE FILL (in Keyer 1) Key Types (in Keyer 1) When BKGD 1 KEY 1 is selected, you can adjust the selected MLE’s color background...
Page 169: Creating Washes
• Adjust the SAT knob to change the color saturation of the selected matte generator. Saturation can be adjusted from 0 (monochrome, or no saturation) to 100 percent — full color saturation. • Adjust the LUM knob to change the luminance of the selected matte generator. Luminance can be adjusted from 0 (minimum brightness) to 100 percent (maximum brightness).
Page 170 Wash Background Type Menu Use the top knob to select the “type” of wash. Choose between Wash, Video, Noise (simulated digital noise) and SuperBlack. • If Wash is selected, use the middle knob to select the “pattern” for the wash. Choose between: Vertical Zigzag Horizontal Zigzag...
Page 171 • As desired, press RGB to use an RGB (Red, Green, Blue) graphic display. Press HSL to use an HSL (Hue, Saturation, Luminance) graphic display. Note If MATTE LIMIT is selected as ON in the Personality Menu of the Setup function, RGB will not be shown in the Wash Color Menu and all color adjustments will be within the RGB color space.
Page 172: Creating A Pattern Border Color
Wash Clip Menu 14. Use the middle and bottom knobs to adjust the horizontal and vertical wash clip. Normally, washes have a smooth “flowing” appearance across the screen. The HClip and VClip functions add an abrupt change that reverses the pattern flow at each repeating point.
Page 173: Creating A Matte Fill Color
Creating a Matte Fill Color Use the following procedure to create a matte fill color: Ensure that your preview monitor is set to the desired MLE. In the selected MLE, set up a key using Keyer 1 or Keyer 2. In the selected keyer, press MATTE FILL.
Page 174 • Use the three Matte Color Knobs to adjust the color background. • Press WASH 1 or WASH 2 to assign a wash color to the background. Refer to the section “Creating Washes” on page 6–19 for instructions. Note The default color background colors are as follows: COLOR BKGD 1 is red;...
Page 175: Keying
Keying In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for using the MLE Keyers and Downstream Keyers of your Synergy Switcher. The following topics are discussed: • Introduction to Keying • Effects Control Group • Using Keys • Split Keys • Using Downstream Keys •...
Page 176: Introduction To Keying
Introduction to Keying The “Keying” function allows you to insert (or electronically “cut”) portions of one scene into another, or to place titles over background images. Two signals are essentially required for a key: • The “key” signal (also known as an alpha signal) is used to electronically cut a hole in the background video.
Page 177 Note All standard rules for the Key Bus’s ON AIR and N/S LEDs apply. Re-entry crosspoints can also be selected as a key source. Refer to the section “Control Panel Sections” on page 2–2 for complete descriptions. • All Key 1 groups are identical from MLE to MLE — in function, appearance and operation.
Page 178: Mle Key Groups
Key 2 (and DSK 2) has exclusive use of its preset pattern function. This generator is restricted to the first six columns of wipe patterns (as shown in the Pattern Selection Section), minus the circle. Matrix wipes are not available. Note Because pattern generator 1 is shared, if PST PATT is enabled in Keyer 1, you cannot press the WIPE button in the MLE’s Transition...
Page 179: Downstream Key Groups
Downstream Key Groups The following figures illustrate the Downstream Key groups for the Synergy Series control panels. Synergy 2 Control Panel The following figure illustrates the Downstream Key group for the Synergy 2 panel: DOWNSTREAM KEYERS DSK 1 AUTO MATTE TRANS FILL BORD...
Page 180: Key Functions
Synergy 3 and 4 Control Panels The following figure illustrates the Downstream Key group for the Synergy 3 and Synergy 4 panels: DOWNSTREAM KEYER 1 MATTE MASK FILL AUTO BORD BORD SHDW OUTL TRANS SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE 1) Key Type Section (MLE Keyers Only)
Page 181 • Press AUTO SELECT to choose an “Auto Select” key type, also known as a linear key. AUTO SELECT With Auto Select keys, two signals are used to cut and fill the hole — a key (alpha) signal and a fill signal. These signals originate from devices such as character generators, still stores, DVEs and graphics systems.
Page 182 2. Key Modifier Section 1 (All groups) The buttons in Key Modifier Section 1 allow you to modify the key that is currently selected. • Press MATTE FILL to fill the selected key hole with a matte color (or wash) — instead of the key foreground video from the Key Bus.
Page 183 • Press KEY INV to invert the polarity of the selected key signal. For example, if a Self Key source (such as a title camera) has white letters on a black background, the white letters normally cut the hole. When KEY INV is pressed, the signal’s polarity is reversed and the black background cuts the hole.
Page 184 before taking a key to air, and also when you want to quickly identify which key is which on an MLE, when both keys are on-air simultaneously. (MLE Key 1 group only) Press KEY OVER to change the priority of the two •...
Page 185 Note When you press AUTO TRANS in DSK 1, DSK 2, MLE KEY 1 or MLE KEY 2, the following actions occur to show a key transition in progress: • The DISS button (in the Program/Preset Transition group or MLE Transition Group) lights. •...
Page 186: A Word About Clean Feed
• Press DSK 2 to manually assign the buttons in Key Modifier Sections 1 and 2 to DSK 2. The button will automatically light if any button associated with DSK 2 is pressed. A Word About Clean Feed The Clean Feed Menu allows you to set up your MLE keyers or DSKs in a special output mode. •...
Page 187 With the feature enabled, the clean feed alpha signal is routed to the DVE, thus removing the DVE Send limitations with Squeeze & Tease, Chroma and Auto Select keys as described above. Important With DVE Alpha selected and the clean feed alpha signal routed to the external DVE, the switcher’s Clean Feed output signal (on the CLEAN output connector) is lost.
Page 188: Effects Control Group
Effects Control Group The three following figures illustrate the Effects Control groups, which vary slightly in their layout from switcher to switcher. Synergy 2 Control Panel The following figure illustrates the Effects Control group for the Synergy 2 panel: EFFECTS CONTROL MASK FORCE INVERT...
Page 189 Synergy 3 Control Panel The following figure illustrates the Effects Control group for the Synergy 3 panel: EFFECTS CONTROL MASK FORCE INVERT LEFT RIGHT BOTTOM BORDER GLOW WIDTH DENSITY CHROMA KEY REJECT SUPPRESS CLIP GAIN MLE 1 MLE 1 MLE 2 MLE 2 MLE 3 MLE 3...
Page 190 Synergy 4 Control Panel The following figure illustrates the Effects Control group for the Synergy 4 panel: EFFECTS CONTROL MASK FORCE INVERT LEFT RIGHT BOTTOM BORDER GLOW WIDTH DENSITY CHROMA KEY REJECT SUPPRESS CLIP GAIN MLE 1 MLE 2 MLE 3 MLE 4 KEY 1 KEY 1...
Page 191 • (Synergy 3 and 4) Press MLE 2 KEY 1 to assign the group to control keys, borders, and masks in MLE 2’s Key 1 group. The button will also light automatically if any MLE2 KEY1 button is pressed in MLE 2’s Key 1 group. •...
Page 192 • Rotate the LEFT knob to trim the left edge of the key. LEFT Original Key Left Mask Applied Rotate the RIGHT knob to trim the right edge of the key. • RIGHT Original Key Right Mask Applied Press FORCE to force the area inside the mask region to the foreground, essentially •...
Page 193 • Rotate CLIP to adjust the key’s luminance or threshold level. Only the areas of the source video that are higher than the setting of the threshold will cut a hole in the background video. CLIP • Rotate GAIN to adjust the key’s gain. The control acts on all keys (except PST PATT fly keys) and softens the key edge, allowing you to adjust the way that the key blends into the background.
Page 194: Using Keys
Using Keys This section includes detailed instructions for using keys. Prior to proceeding, ensure that you have read the previous “Key Functions” section thoroughly. Performing a Self Key A Self Key is one in which the luminance (or brightness) values of the key source itself are used to cut the hole.
Page 195 Self Key Setup Menu — Transparency On • Use the Transparency knob to adjust transparency from opaque (0%) to fully transparent (100%). If desired, you can toggle the Key Over button between On and Off to change the priority of the two keyers: •...
Page 196: Performing An Auto Select Key
Notes on Perfomring Self Keys Please note the following important points regarding self keys: • If you select a different self key source, you will need to re-clip the source as outlined above. There is only one memory register per MLE keyer for self keys. •...
Page 197 Auto Key Setup Menu — Clip and Gain Unlocked • Adjust clip and gain in one of two places: To adjust clip level, use the top knob in the Display Section or the CLIP knob in the Effects Control Section. To adjust gain (softness), use the middle knob in the Display Section or the GAIN knob in the Effects Control Section Note...
Page 198: Performing A Chroma Key
10. Select the desired transition: • Press CUT (in the MLE Key group) to cut the key on (or off) air. Select a transition rate, then press AUTO TRANS (in the MLE Key group) to • dissolve the key. Refer to the section “Using Auto Transitions” on page 7–45 for instructions on changing dissolve rates.
Page 199 Use the following procedure to perform a Chroma Key on an MLE Keyer: Check that your program/preview monitoring is set as required. Refer to the section “Using the Preview Bus” on page 4–33 for details. Select an input on the MLE’s PGM or BKGD bus. This provides the background over which the Chroma Key will appear.
Page 200 Chroma Key Setup Menu — Chroma Suppress Adjustments • Use the Suppress Clip knob to adjust the threshold of the chroma suppression. The default value is 0.0% (no suppression). Use the Suppress Gain knob to adjust suppression gain. The default value is •...
Page 201 Adjust the Auto Chroma Key feature for a selected color as follows: • Press Auto Chroma Key to display the Auto Chroma Key Menu. Note that the Grab Chroma Value softkey now is available on the menu. Chroma Key Setup Menu - Auto Chroma Key Use the Horizontal knob, or move the Positioner left and right, to control the •...
Page 202 12. Select the desired transition: • Press CUT (in the MLE Key group) to cut the key on (or off) air. Refer to the section “Key Cut Notes” on page 7–47 for additional rules. • Select a transition rate, then press AUTO TRANS (in the MLE Key group) to transition the key On or Off.
Page 203 good key. Values that drop below 10% suggest that the set’s background lighting needs to be improved. 11. Adjust GAIN to the maximum value possible — without making the key transparent, and without bringing in the background. Getting the highest possible gain is essential for obtaining clean, smooth edges.
Page 204: Chroma Key Lighting Tips
Chroma Key Lighting Tips Achieving a good, clean chroma key is often considered one of the most challenging exercises in a studio. There are several elements that contribute to an effective chroma key including, lighting, distance of the talent from the background, type of background used, and the type of camera used. However, lighting is often considered the most important.
Page 205 • If spill does occur between the background and the foreground, a blue “halo” or “matte line” is displayed around the talent’s shoulders and hair. This can be reduced or eliminated by using a yellow, straw, or amber colored light for the talent’s back light. It will wash out or neutralize the blue reflection from the background on the back of the talent.
Page 206: Performing A Preset Pattern Key
composite analog recordings. The technical nature of their formats and storage algorithms defeat the chroma key circuits and will seldom deliver acceptable results. Performing a Preset Pattern Key A Preset Pattern key is one in which the hole is cut based on a wipe pattern that you select in the Pattern Control group.
Page 207 If the FLY KEY button lights up, press it once to disable the Fly Key mode. The Preset Pattern Key Setup Menu is displayed on the display. Preset Pattern Key Setup Menu In the menu’s main area, the menu lists the two individual Key Fill and Key Alpha sources, plus the location of the selected keyer.
Page 208: Split Keys
11. If desired, preview the key by pressing KEY PV. 12. Select the desired transition: • Press CUT (in the MLE Key group) to cut the key on (or off) air. Refer to the section “Key Cut Notes” on page 7–47 for additional rules. •...
Page 209 Ensure that you have set up an Auto Select Key. Refer to the section “Performing an Auto Select Key” on page 7–22 for details. Select an input on the BKGD bus of the MLE. This provides the background over which the Key will appear.
Page 210 Performing a Split Video The Split Video function allows you to hold a luminance Key cutter, and assign a new video source to fill the hole. Note The Split Video function is a temporary assignment. If, after setting up the Split Video, you press any button on the Key Bus, the split is released and you must set up the split again.
Page 211 If desired, you can toggle the Key Over button between On and Off to change the priority of the two keyers: On — Select On to change the priority to Key 1, setting it over (visually on top of) • Key 2.
Page 212: Using Downstream Keys
Using Downstream Keys A Downstream Key (DSK) is performed in much the same way as an MLE Key. There are, however, a few important similarities and differences, as follows: • All rules for the FLY KEY button (Squeeze & Tease mode) apply in the two DSKs: You can only fly one Auto Select Key in the Program/Preset MLE at a time.
Page 213: Performing A Downstream Key
Performing a Downstream Key Use the following procedure to perform a Downstream Key: Ensure that your program/preview monitoring is set as needed for the selected MLE. Refer to the section “Using the Preview Bus” on page 4–33 for details. Ensure that the desired Key sources are programmed on the Key Bus of each DSK. Note These eight crosspoints are typically set during installation, but they can also be programmed during production.
Page 214 • Use the middle Gain knob to adjust the gain (softness). The GAIN knob in the Effects Control Group will perform the same function. Toggle the Transparency softkey to On to display the bottom Transparency knob. Use the bottom Transparency knob to adjust the level of transparency. If desired, you can toggle the Key Over button between On and Off to change the priority of the two keyers: •...
Page 215 Auto Transitions” on page 7–45 for instructions on selecting Key dissolve rates. Refer to section “Key Auto Transition Notes” on page 7–47 for additional rules. Note You can set the individual DSKs to be taken off-air with a manual crosspoint change on the PGM bus. Refer to Chapter 9 “Additional Installation Setups”...
Page 216 Press and hold the Source button that you want to program a crosspoint to. The source that is currently assigned to that Source button will light on the PST Bus of the Program/Preset MLE. Select the desired source on the PST Bus of the Program/Preset MLE (the bottom MLE).
Page 217 DSK Setup Menu Select which Downstream Keyer to display as follows: • Toggle the Show softkey to select which DSK you wish to display. DSK1 — Select this option to display Downstream Keyer 1. DSK2 — Select this option to display Downstream Keyer 2. Assign the current state of the DSKs as the default state as follows: •...
Page 218 DSK Setup Menu Lock or unlock a DSK Source button as follows: • Use the top knob to select the desired DSK Source button (1 through 8) that you want to lock or unlock. • Use the middle knob to select either Unlock or Lock. Press Grab Both DSKs to store the current settings.
Page 219: Using Auto Transitions
Using Auto Transitions The AUTO TRANS button in each Key group (including the DSKs) is used to start an automatic (smooth) transition that brings the selected key on (or off) air. Note the following important auto transition rules: • Two different auto-transition rates can be used to dissolve an MLE key: If the AUTO TRANS button in the MLE Transition group is used in conjunction with the “next transition”...
Page 220 Press the DSK RATE in the Global Memory System Group to select a new Transition Rate for the Downstream Keyers. Enter the new auto transition rate from 1 to 999 on the keypad in the Global Memory System Group. The new rate will appear on the top line of the display, as shown below, and the ENTER button will be lit.
Page 221 Operating If you do not want to change the auto transition rate at this time, press any of the RATE or STORE buttons to cancel entering a new rate. If you want to enter a different rate prior to pressing ENTER, simply continue to type until the desired value appears.
Page 222 The table below summarizes the functions of each keyer button in several specific MLE fader and keyer modes. Keyer Transition Summary Table Keyer Button Function Fader Mode Auto Transition Next Transition AUTO TRANS Mode Keyer Mode On limit Transition in progress Keyer part of Locked out Completes the auto transition...
Page 223: Using Key Modifiers
Using Key Modifiers This section provides basic instructions for using key modifiers. The following topics are discussed: • Filling a Key with Matte • Masking Keys • Masking Keys with a Pattern Generator • Inverting Keys • Flying Keys in 2D •...
Page 224: Masking Keys With A Pattern Generator
Alternatively, to access the MASK controls manually: • Press HOME Effects MORE Mask. Mask Menu Press the Posn/Size softkey to adjust the mask’s position on the screen. Use the display’s top, middle and bottom knobs to adjust the key’s horizontal position, vertical position and size (zoom) respectively.
Page 225: Inverting Keys
In the first keyer, choose the desired key source and key type, and follow the proper set of instructions for programming the key. Refer to the appropriate section earlier in this chapter for instructions: • “Performing a Self Key” on page 7–20. •...
Page 226 Use the following procedure to fly a key: Ensure that the Squeeze & Tease Option is installed in the selected MLE. The FLY KEY button will not light if the option is not installed. Note Refer to the section “Installed Options Menus” on page 3–10 for instructions on how to verify the status of your installed hardware and software options.
Page 227 Squeeze & Tease Menu 1-2 — Position Menu The status area on the left shows the menu name, the keyer’s location, as well complete key fill and alpha information. In the central status area, two graphics are provided to assist you in quickly visualizing the states of both the “source” and “target”...
Page 228 Squeeze & Tease Menu 1-2 — Aspect Menu Use the Aspect knob to adjust the key’s aspect ratio. • • To clear the aspect ratio back to default values, press the CENTER button in the Positioner Group. Press Border Color to display the Squeeze & Tease Border Color Menu. Squeeze &...
Page 229 Press Cropping H to display the Squeeze & Tease Crop H Menu. Squeeze & Tease Menu 1-2 — Crop H Menu For all flying keys, use the display’s top and middle knobs to crop the key’s left and right edges, respectively. Please note: •...
Page 230 Squeeze & Tease Menu 2-2 For all flying keys, Squeeze & Tease Menu 2 provides the following controls: Toggle the VMirror softkey to mirror the picture vertically. • • Toggle the HMirror softkey to mirror the picture horizontally. • Toggle the Graphics Mode softkey to enable or disable the graphics mode — specifically for improved still images.
Page 231 • Select 16:9/4:3 to adjust flying 16:9 Squeeze & Tease images to a 4:3 aspect ratio. In this mode, choose one of three options with the bottom knob: Select Letterbox to place black panels on the top and bottom of the image. Select Pan &...
Page 232 Flying Patterns Besides the standard square Keys, you can Fly a pattern, such as a diamond or circle, in same manner as a normal square Fly Key. The following example will describe how to Fly a Circle Pattern, but this procedure can be applied to any preset pattern.
Page 233 Adjust the circle pattern as follows: • Use the Clip knob to adjust the size of the pattern. This does not change to size of the video signal you are using, only the size of the pattern. In this case the Clip adjusts the size of the circle.
Page 234: Bordering Keys
15. Use the Positioner to place the Fly Key pattern as follows: Note Notice that as you move the Fly Key around, the Key video does not change, as it did when you positioned the Key pattern. • Move the Positioner horizontally to move the Fly Key left or right. •...
Page 235 Set up the desired key type and source, and clip the key using the controls in the Effects Control group. In the selected MLE keyer (or Downstream keyer), press BORD or OUTL to enable the border generator. The Border Menu is displayed on the display. Press CENTER in the Positioner group to reset all border parameters to their default values.
Page 236: Programming A Favorite Cg
If a border (BORD) is selected, press the Ghost On/Off softkey to remove the key fill. Note It is no longer possible to perform the “Ghost” function on a Chroma Key. 10. Adjust border color using the controls in the Mattes group. •...
Page 237 Notes on Programming a Favorite CG Please note the following when programming the Favorite CG function: • If you have a simple or complex key type already set up when you press CHAR GEN, the entire keyer is cleared. In addition to the favorite CG, the system will automatically select AUTO SELECT and KEY MEM (provided the Auto Select key with the appropriate Key Memory values has been set up in the installation).
Page 238: Positioner Group
Positioner Group The Positioner Group is an assignable module that allows you to manipulate the position of wipe patterns, borders and flying keys — depending upon the selected mode. Except for the differing number of MLE assignment buttons, the controls are identical for all Synergy switchers. The following figures illustrate the Positioner Group for each Synergy control panel.
Page 239: Synergy 4 Control Panel
Synergy 4 Control Panel The following figure illustrates the Positioner Group for the Synergy 4 control panel: EFFECTS CONTROL MENU CENTER PATT KEY1 KEY2 BORD1 BORD2 1) Positioner Assignment Section 3) Positioner Function Section 1 2) Positioner 4) Positioner Function Section 2 1.
Page 240 Up / Down (Y-Axis) Movement: Vertical Position Control Left / Right (X-Axis) Movement: Horizontal Position Control Clockwise / Counter-clockwise (Z-Axis) Movement: Size Control For wipes and flying keys, move the Positioner left and right to control the image’s horizontal position on screen. For wipes and flying keys, move the Positioner up and down to control the image’s vertical position on screen.
Page 241 C) When the circular Positioner Icon is displayed, you can use the bottom knob to adjust the function, or you can twist the Positioner’s knob clockwise and counter-clockwise. 3. Positioner Function Section 1 • Enable MENU to assign Positioner control to menu functions, temporarily disabling control over positionable functions.
Page 242 7–68 • Keying Synergy Series Operation Guide (v18)
Page 243: Memory Functions And More
Memory Functions and More In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for using the Global Memory System of the Synergy Switchers, plus additional features such as custom controls. The following topics are discussed: • Global Memory System Group • Storing Memory Registers •...
Page 244: Global Memory System Group
Global Memory System Group The Global Memory System group is used to store and recall switcher memory registers — for all MLEs on the panel. Within the group, you can also control the switcher’s remote control functions, control a variety of MLE transition rates, and recall VTR “clips” from memory. A memory register is a “snapshot”...
Page 245: Synergy 3 Control Panel
Synergy 3 Control Panel The following figure illustrates the Global Memory System Group for the Synergy 3 control panel: GLOBAL MEMORY SYSTEM REMOTE INCLUDE INCL EDITOR ATTRIB RECALL STORE CLIP FADE UNDO RATE KEYS MLE 3 ONLY RATE BANK ENTER DISS RATE Synergy 3 Global Memory System Group...
Page 246 1. Display The Display provides five data fields. All rates are indicated in frames: REG:## — Indicates the current memory register number. • • Memory# — Displays the current memory. The preceding fields change when Squeeze & Tease 3D sequences are in use. Refer to the Squeeze &...
Page 247 • The Keys Only function applies to different MLEs, depending upon the switcher model: Synergy 2 — Works in conjunction with the lit MLE button(s) in the Recall Section. There are no MLE Memory groups on the Synergy 2 Panel. Synergy 3 and 4 —...
Page 248 Bank 3 (registers 30 to 39) Bank 4 (registers 40 to 49) Bank 5 (registers 50 to 59) Bank 6 (registers 60 to 69) Bank 7 (registers 70 to 79) Bank 8 (registers 80 to 89) Bank 9 (registers 90 to 99) Pressing BANK essentially advances the 10’s digit: You can press BANK repeatedly, to advance by one bank per press.
Page 249 • (Synergy 4 only) Press MLE 4 to store just the contents of MLE 4 in a selected memory register. To store MLE 4 plus another MLE, press the desired MLE buttons simultaneously, e.g., MLE 4 + MLE 3 + MLE 2. Note The ALL, MLE 1, MLE 2, MLE 3 and MLE 4 buttons can also be used with the buttons in the Recall Section to reset the entire switcher,...
Page 250 6. Include Section The Include Section governs what specific category of information is recalled to the panel when a memory register is recalled. • When lit, ATTRIB indicates that the Auto Recall option in the Personality menu is enabled, and the switcher will recall the Key Only and Effects Dissolve settings as ATTRIB part of a memory recall operation.
Page 251: Storing Memory Registers
Registers. For instructions on saving and recalling Installation Registers, refer to Chapter 9 “Additional Installation Setups” of the Synergy Series Installation Guide. 8. Preview Overlay (Synergy 2 only) The Preview Overlay Group allows you to control specific overlay information that is displayed on the preview monitor, such as VTR time code, a count up/down timer, source ID, safe title, etc.
Page 252 On the keypad, enter the desired storage register. If required, select a memory register bank (the 10’s digit). Two methods are available: Operating The next available unnamed memory register is now displayed in the Global Memory System Group if you have enabled the Next Available Memory option.
Page 253 Use the following procedure to store switcher memory registers using an MLE Memory Group: Set up the desired effect in an MLE. In the Memory Group of the selected MLE, press STORE. Operating The next unnamed, available memory register is now displayed in the MLE Memory group if the Next Available Memory option is enabled.
Page 254: Recalling Memory Registers
Storing Registers with DVE Crosspoints When you store a memory register for an MLE that includes a DVE effect, you also automatically store the DVE’s associated Aux Bus crosspoints that are used to route input sources to the DVE. To store the DVE effect and its associated Aux Bus crosspoints, the following important prerequisites must be fulfilled: •...
Page 255 • Synergy 3 and 4 only — To recall two MLEs, press the desired MLE buttons together, for example, MLE 2 + MLE 3. • Synergy 4 only — To recall three MLEs, press the desired MLE buttons together, for example, MLE 1 + MLE 3 + MLE 4. (Optional) Using the buttons in the Include and Recall sections, select the type of data that you want to include in the recall operation.
Page 256 Press and hold BANK, then press the number of the desired bank (from 0 to 9). Once you select the bank, the number is shown on the display (in the 10’s digit column). Select the register within the bank (the 1’s digit) by pressing the number (from 0 to •...
Page 257 Once you select the bank, the number is displayed on the display (in the 10’s digit column). Note If the desired bank is already selected, you need only select the register (from 0 to 9) to immediately recall the setup. •...
Page 258 Hold. For setup details, refer to the section “Setting up Panel Buttons” in the Synergy Series Installation Guide. If you attempt to recall a register that has been tagged with Delete in the Memories • Setup Menu and the Recall Deleted Memories feature is set to No, the following popup message is displayed: Memory Deleted Popup Message The popup message is displayed until you press another button on the switcher.
Page 259: Memory Lock
Memory Lock The Memory Lock function allows you to protect memory locations in active memory (on-line memory). With a memory lock enabled, you cannot overwrite the selected memory location until the location is unlocked. There are two ways to perform a memory lock function: •...
Page 260: Memory Lock Using The Name Memories Menu
Notes on the Memory Lock Function Please note the following important points regarding the Memory Lock function: • If you attempt to store into a locked register, the keypad flashes and the keypad display indicates Memory [n] LOCKED. Press any button on the keypad to stop the flashing. •...
Page 261: Naming Memory Registers
Naming Memory Registers The Name Memories Menu allows you to name (or rename) any of the 100 available memory registers (on an individual MLE basis). This means that Register 10 (on MLE 1) can have a different name than Register 10 (on MLE 2). Use the following procedure to name a memory register: Navigate to the Name Memories Menu as follows: •...
Page 262 Important Do NOT place anything on your keyboard or place your keyboard in a position where any of the keys could be accidently pressed. This could result in the Switcher acting unpredictably. If desired, press Preset Names to select from a list of pre-programmed register names and display the Preset Names Menu.
Page 263: Deleting Memory Registers
Deleting Memory Registers The Delete Memory option allows you to delete a memory register, making it unavailable to recall from the Global Memory System Group or the MLE’s Memory Group. This is a temporary setting if you enable the Recall Deleted Memories feature in the Personality Menu. Once enabled, the Recall Deleted Memories feature enables you to recall any memory register including those tagged as Deleted.
Page 264: Effects Dissolve
Effects Dissolve The EFF DISS (Effects Dissolve) button allows you to “slew” a switcher setup from its current setting to a new recalled setting. In DVE terms, an Effects Dissolve is a two-keyframe effect whereby the switcher interpolates between two different settings (a source effect and a destination effect) at a given rate.
Page 265: Performing An Effects Dissolve
Performing an Effects Dissolve Use the following procedure to perform an Effects Dissolve: On an MLE, program an effect with the intention of performing an Effects Dissolve — that is, a change between two different analog settings (e.g., a wipe in two positions, a border with two unique colors, two different “fly key”...
Page 266: Working With Storage Devices
• You may receive a “USB Upgrade Failed” error message when the Synergy control panel is powered on. Should you receive this error message, contact Ross Video Technical Support for instructions on how to correct the error. Refer to Chapter 10, “Completing Setup” in the Synergy Series Installation Guide for details on the types of storage errors and methods to correct them.
Page 267: Saving Registers
Saving Registers For archive purposes and to keep safe backup copies of your valuable switcher setups, it is recommended that you store your setups and registers on a storage device. One storage device is capable of storing all categories of Synergy setup registers: Note You must have the USB Removable Media Drive option installed in order to use a USB key for saving registers.
Page 268 • Insert a USB key, or a USB key that already contains memory registers into the USB port of the Synergy Switcher. You must wait 5 seconds after inserting the USB key into the USB port before you can save registers to it. Press Store to display the Disk Store Menu 1-2.
Page 269: Saving Individual Memory Registers
Eject the storage device from the switcher. Label the storage device and store it in a safe place. This completes the procedure for saving your setups to a storage device. Saving Individual Memory Registers Use the following procedure to save individual Memory Registers to a storage device: Navigate to the Disk Store Individual Items Menu as follows: •...
Page 270: Saving Individual Custom Control Macros
Press the Store Item softkey to store the memory register file to a storage device. When the file is saved, this menu closes and the previous menu is displayed, with a file icon beside the disk location where the memory register is saved. Disk Store Individual Items Menu Caution Do NOT remove the floppy disk or USB key from the switcher before...
Page 271 • Insert a USB key (or a USB key that already contains custom control macros) into the USB port of the Synergy Switcher. You must wait 5 seconds after inserting the USB key into the USB port before you can save to it. Select the desired custom control as follows: •...
Page 272: Saving Individual Squeeze & Tease 3D Sequences
Saving Individual Squeeze & Tease 3D Sequences Note You must have the USB Removable Media Drive option installed in order to use a USB key for individual 3D sequences. Use this function to copy and save individual S&T 3D sequences from the Synergy Switcher to a storage device: Navigate to the Disk Store –...
Page 273: Recalling Registers
Press the Store Item softkey to store the S&T 3D Sequence file to a storage device. When the file is saved, this menu closes and the previous menu is displayed, with a file icon beside the disk location where the memory register is saved. Disk Store Individual Items Menu Caution Do NOT remove the floppy disk or USB key from the switcher before...
Page 274 Insert a storage device into the Synergy Switcher as follows: • Insert the floppy disk that contains memory registers into the floppy disk drive of the Synergy Switcher. • Insert the USB key that contains memory registers into the USB Port of the Synergy Switcher.
Page 275: Recalling Individual Memory Registers
Recalling Individual Memory Registers Use the following procedure to recall individual Memory Registers from a storage device to the switcher: Note Only registers stored with the method outlined in the section “Saving Individual Memory Registers” on page 8–27 will be available to recall individually.
Page 276: Recalling Individual Custom Control Macros
Disk Recall Individual items Menu Caution Do NOT remove the floppy disk or USB key from the switcher before the LED on the disk drive or USB port goes out. Doing so may destroy the data on your floppy disk or USB key, as well as the data on the next one you insert into the switcher.
Page 277 Disk Recall Individual Items Menu Press the Recall Item softkey to load the register or macro file to the desired location on the switcher. When the file is loaded, this menu closes and the previous menu is displayed, with a “used”...
Page 278: Recalling Individual S&T 3D Sequences
Ross Video convention. Keep a printed record of the file names for your records. Use the following procedure to recall individual S&T 3D sequences from a storage device to the...
Page 279 Disk Recall Individual Items Menu Caution Do NOT remove the floppy disk or USB key from the switcher before the LED on the disk drive or USB port goes out. Doing so may destroy the data on your floppy disk or USB key, as well as the data on the next one you insert into the switcher.
Page 280 8–38 • Memory Functions and More Synergy Series Operation Guide (v18)
Page 281: Custom Controls
Custom Controls In This Chapter This chapter provides basic instructions for programming, editing, and deleting your custom control buttons. The following topics are discussed: • Custom Control Overview • Programming Control Panel Functions • Programming Relative Custom Controls • Programming Special Functions •...
Page 282: Custom Control Overview
Custom Control Overview The Custom Control function of the switcher allows you to program sequences of keystrokes (called “macros”) and other special switcher functions — and store them in dedicated buttons and banks in the Custom Control group. Once programmed, a macro can be played back simply by pressing one button in the Custom Control group.
Page 283: Custom Control Functionality
Synergy 4 The following figure illustrates the Custom Control Group for the Synergy 4, 2003 edition panel. A total of 35 registers are provided, up to eight of which can be assigned as banks to increase the total number of available registers. INTRO INTRO CUSTOM...
Page 284 • Special Functions — A custom control button can be programmed to perform a variety of special functions controlling GPIs, audio external devices, menu retrieval, transitions, and inserting pauses and holds to the custom control. • PIP II Functions — A custom control button can be programmed to send messages to devices using this optional software feature.
Page 285: Programming Control Panel Functions
Programming Control Panel Functions A custom control button can be programmed to play back a series of control panel button presses — such as recalling memory registers, initiating auto transitions, taking a selected source, bringing up a CG, and calling other custom control macros. Note You can record Relative Custom Controls instead of a normal Custom Control.
Page 286 Custom Controls — Recording Menu Note Press Cancel Recording to terminate the programming procedure. The macro will not be recorded. With the recording in progress, press the buttons on the control panel that you would like to have played back — in order. All subsequent keystrokes will be remembered, in the exact order that you press them.
Page 287: Notes On Programming Custom Controls
Insert any special functions you want. You can insert any of the following: • VTR Functions — Refer to the section “VTR Custom Controls” in the Synergy Series Installation Guide. • DVE Functions — Refer to the section “External DVE Custom Controls” in the Synergy Series Installation Guide.
Page 288 designated time and then automatically resumes the playing of the sequence. Pressing the custom control button again during the wait time will immediately resume the sequence. • The system does not recognize the state of buttons that you press, and instead repeats your exact sequence upon playback.
Page 289: Programming Relative Custom Controls
Programming Relative Custom Controls Important Relative Custom Controls can only be properly recorded and recalled on upper MLEs that are re-entered onto the PGM/PST MLE. If the MLE is not re-entered, you will not be able to properly record or recall a relative custom control.
Page 290: Programming A Relative Custom Control
Programming a Relative Custom Control Use the following procedure to program a relative custom control button with basic functions: Set up your MLE re-entry configuration to record the relative custom control at the Re-entry level you want. Note You must record a relative custom control on an MLE that is re-entered onto the PGM/PST MLE for it to run properly.
Page 291: Programming Special Functions
Programming Special Functions The following sections describe how to program your custom controls with various other special functions. Refer to the section “Editing Custom Control Macros” on page 9–20 for more information on inserting events into existing custom control macros. The following functions are covered in this section: •...
Page 292 Insert Special — Special Menu Assign a menu to display to the selected custom control macro as follows: • Use the top knob to select Go To Menu. • Use the middle knob to select 3D. • Use the bottom knob to select the menu you want to display when the custom control is run.
Page 293: Custom Control Holds
Once your custom control buttons have been programmed, be sure to properly name them. Refer to the section “Naming Custom Controls” in the Synergy Series Installation Guide for more information on naming custom control buttons. To play back your macro, exit the Custom Controls Menu and press the custom control button on the control panel that you recorded the custom control macro to.
Page 294 Insert Special — Special Menu Assign a Custom Control Hold as follows: • Use the top knob to select Hold CC. • Use the middle knob to select the type of popup notification you want to appear when the hold is performed. You can select between the following: Note When a macro is held, the name of the macro appears in the Main Menu and Custom Controls Menu.
Page 295: Custom Control Pauses
Custom Controls Menu — Custom Control Held Popup Press Insert to enter the Custom Control Hold into your custom control macro. Press UP ONE to return to the Custom Controls Recording Menu. Press Finish Recording, or the flashing custom control button, to finish recording to the selected custom control.
Page 296 control panel. Remember that buttons marked with an asterisk (*) in the list have already been programmed. Operating As a recommendation, keep special functions grouped together on your physical custom control buttons. Navigate to the Insert Router Control Menu as follows: •...
Page 297: Programming Custom Control Loops
Programming Custom Control Loops Create a custom control that loops back on itself to have a series of effects repeat indefinitely. You cannot directly loop back to the beginning of a custom control you are currently recording so a loop-back custom control is used. The loop-back custom control is a second custom control that completes the loop.
Page 298 control panel. Remember that buttons marked with an asterisk (*) in the list have already been programmed. Operating As a recommendation, keep special functions grouped together on your physical custom control buttons. Press Start Recording to display the Recording Menu. Custom Controls —...
Page 299 Once your custom control buttons have been programmed, be sure to properly name them. Refer to the section “Naming Custom Controls” in the Synergy Series Installation Guide, for more information on naming custom control buttons. To play back your macro, exit the Custom Controls Menu and press the custom control button on the control panel that you recorded the custom control macro to.
Page 300: Editing Custom Control Macros
Editing Custom Control Macros After your custom control buttons have been programmed, you may wish to review and edit the contents. Events can easily be inserted or deleted through the Custom Controls Menu: • The Main Area of the Custom Controls Menu displays the location of the custom control that you are editing, for example, Bank 1 Button 1 [Custom01], and the contents of the custom control, including the number of events, the duration of the macro, and details of the event highlighted in the scroll area.
Page 301: Modifying Events
Edit Custom Control Menu Note If your macro includes pauses or holds, a timeline will be displayed showing these events. Select between the following editing functions: • Go To Start — Select this function to go to the start of the macro. •...
Page 302 Custom Controls Menu Select the Custom Control bank and button that you want to edit to as follows: • Use the Bank knob to select the custom control bank that you want to edit the custom control on. • Use the Button knob to select the custom control that you wish to edit. Note Only buttons with an asterisk (*) or an “at symbol”...
Page 303: Inserting Events
Press Insert to save your changes. Press UP ONE to display the Inserting Menu. Custom Controls — Recording Menu Press Finish Inserting to finish inserting to the selected custom control. Operating Press Cancel Inserting to return to the previous menu without recording any of the insertions you made.
Page 304 Edit Custom Control Menu Navigate to the Inserting Menu as follows: • Use the middle knob to highlight the event that you want to insert an event before. • Press Insert Events to display the Inserting Menu. Edit Custom Control — Inserting Menu Insert a Control Panel Button Press as follows: •...
Page 305 Insert Special Menu 1-2 • Insert an event, or events, as described in the section “Programming Special Functions” on page 9–11. This is the identical menu you used when you initially programmed your custom control buttons. • Press UP ONE to display the Inserting Menu. Custom Controls —...
Page 306: Deleting Custom Controls
Deleting Custom Controls Use the following procedure to delete a custom control function from a button: Navigate to the Custom Controls Menu as follows: • Press HOME Custom Controls. Custom Controls Menu Select the Custom Control bank and button that you want to delete to as follows: •...
Page 307: Glossary Of Terms Gl
Glossary of Terms Active Video Lines — All video lines not occurring in the vertical blanking interval. The portion of the video signal that contains picture information. Aspect Ratio — The numerical ratio of picture width to height, for example, 4:3 or 16:9. Auto Transition —...
Page 308 Field Frequency — The rate at which one complete field is scanned, approximately 50 times per second in 625 video, or 60 times per second in 525 video. Frame — One complete picture consisting of two fields of interlaced scanning lines. GPI —...
Page 309 MIX — See Dissolve. MLE — An abbreviation for multi-level effects. PGM Output — The on-air video output of the system. Primary Input — Video sources selected by the control panel push-buttons for the crosspoint buses. These buses are normally labeled “KEY”, “PGM”, and “PST”. PV Output —...
Page 310 GL–4 • Glossary of Terms Synergy Series Operation Guide (v18)
Page 311: Index
Index Aspect button..............6-6 fly key............. 7-53 knob ..............6-6 using the Aspect button ........6-6 using the Aspect knob ........6-6 Aspect ratio, setup..........4-47 Aspectizer and clean feed..........1-12 Numerics option.............. 1-16 Assignable Aux panel .......... 1-19 1+0 DVE ..............1-5 ATTRIB button ........
Page 312 Aux Bus Border assign group ............2-7 2D Squeeze & Tease........7-54 group ..............2-6 adjust color ............. 6-18 timed ............. 1-10 1-18 color, fly key ........... 7-54 untimed ..........1-10 1-18 control section..........7-18 Aux panel density (transparency)........7-61 assignable............
Page 313 ........... 2-7 Camera, remote control interface......1-21 feature............. 1-11 Carrier board, input ..........1-15 menu ............... 7-12 Catalog, Ross Video ..........1-15 split follow mode..........7-12 Center cross hairs ........1-16 4-42 split mode ............7-12 CENTER, positioner ........7-61 7-67 Clear, matrix wipe ..........
Page 314 Crosspoints BKGD 2 ..........4-23 6-24 BLACK button ..........4-23 Color knobs, matte............ 6-18 buttons ............4-22 scheme ............2-18 COLOR BKGD 1 button ........ 4-23 wash ..............6-19 COLOR BKGD 2 button ........ 4-23 Continuous rotation knobs........4-29 press and hold ..........4-22 Contrast, adjust display ..........
Page 315 menu ............9-5 9-20 recall individual memories ......8-33 modify events ..........9-21 recall individual registers ....... 8-31 Pause............... 9-16 recall individual S&T 3D sequences ....8-36 programming special functions ...... 9-11 save effects ............. 8-25 Relative............9-10 save individual custom control macro.... 8-28 run macro............
Page 316 setup menu ............7-42 End stop knobs, re-synchronize....4-30 show DSK1/DSK2.......... 7-43 ENTER button............8-6 source reveal ........... 7-42 Extended tallies ............ 1-23 split key..........7-35 7-36 Extender board ............. 1-24 DSK 1 ..........5-3 7-11 7-17 External DVE integration ........1-8 DSK 2 ..........5-4 7-12 7-17...
Page 317 Hmirror............7-56 inputs .............. 1-13 move two simultaneously......7-57 7-67 outputs ............1-13 Grab notes ............... 7-57 both DSKs ............7-43 position ............7-53 chroma value ..........7-27 positioner ............7-53 Graphics mode, fly key ........7-56 using ............... 7-51 Group Vmirror............
Page 318 Invert keys..............7-9 Icon mask..............7-18 disk file ............8-26 using..............7-51 positioner ..........3-6 7-66 INVERT button ............ 7-18 ID, definition ............1-6 INCL DVE ..........8-8 8-13 8-14 Include section ATTRIB .........8-8 8-13 8-14 INCL DVE............8-8 bus............2-6 4-26 KEYS ONLY ............
Page 319 Keyboard group 2.............. 7-3 Change Name Menu........2-17 group basics............7-2 Control panel key equivalents ......2-17 introduction to ..........7-2 System Control Menus ......2-16 invert..............7-9 Keycap, S&T WIPES........... 6-15 layer ..............7-2 Keyers .............1-7 mask ..............7-8 Keypad ..............8-5 mask section ...........
Page 320 PANEL.............. 4-4 wipes............... 6-13 Matte POWER FAIL........... 4-4 assign MLE............. 6-17 LEFT knob ............7-18 assignment section .......... 6-17 Letterbox S&T mode..........7-57 BKGD 1 KEY 1..........6-18 Lighting tips for Chroma Key ......7-30 BKGD 2 KEY 2..........6-18 Limit, Matte............
Page 321 recall individual from USB key ..... 8-33 name ..............3-3 recalling ............8-12 name memories ........8-18 8-19 recalling, global memory system ....8-12 option boards ..........3-13 recalling, MLE memory group....... 8-14 Output............. 4-47 save individual to disk........8-27 panel boards............ 3-11 save individual to USB key ......
Page 322 keyers..............1-9 DSK ..............7-11 matte generators..........1-9 Modify, events in a custom control ...... 9-21 memory group..........2-10 Monitor wall ............1-22 preview ............. 1-9 MORE button ..........3-3 resetting ...........2-19 More Info Menu ............. 3-8 Squeeze & Tease..........1-9 tally ..............
Page 323 Output SHIFT............. 4-23 digital.............. 1-11 switcher basics..........4-22 menu ............... 4-47 wipes..............6-8 Overlay Operator, definition ..........1-5 center cross hairs ........1-16 4-42 Option functions ............4-38 3D Pattern Button Assign....... 4-11 hide only ............4-46 Aspectizer............1-16 mask preview.........1-16 4-45 audio mixer, large ...........
Page 324 Auto Recall option.......... 4-10 function section 2........7-65 7-67 Bank 0 Lit ............4-8 group ..........2-7 7-61 7-64 Bus Hold Clear ..........4-20 icon, circular ........... 3-6 7-67 Double Click Rate ..........4-9 icon, left-right ......... 3-6 7-66 DSK level cut mode.......... 4-5 icon, up-down .........
Page 325 Recording Priority, key ............7-10 cancel custom control......9-6 9-10 Product highlights ............1-7 finish custom control .......9-7 9-10 overview ............1-7 Recovery from power failure ......... 4-4 Program/Preset Red Green Blue wash........... 6-21 bus .............1-8 Redundant power ..........1-23 transition group .........2-7 Re-entry..............
Page 326 ......... 2-9 button ..............5-4 fade to black group ........... 2-8 play mode ........1-20 1-22 global memory system group ....2-5 Ross Video catalog ..........1-15 key bus, DSK..........7-11 Rotary wipes..........6-4 6-13 key control ............7-18 ROTATION key modifier 1...........
Page 327 performing ............7-20 ID size ............4-39 setup menu............7-20 identification..........1-15 4-39 SELF KEY button ..........7-6 reveal, DSK ............ 7-42 Serial SOURCE ID button ..........4-39 digital inputs ..........1-8 1-15 Spare parts kit............1-24 numbers ..........3-10 3-11 Special Server custom control functions ........
Page 328 16x9/4x3 ............7-57 custom control group ........9-2 4x3/16x9 ............7-56 downstream key group........7-5 letterbox ............7-57 effects control group ........7-14 normal ............. 7-56 fade to black group ......... 4-35 pan & scan ............7-56 global memory system group ......8-2 wings...............
Page 329 reset Synergy 4 ..........4-3 KEY 2............... 5-4 size..............1-7 key over ............5-17 Synergy............. 1-5 limit ..............5-18 timeout............2-21 limit, recall memory registers......8-15 video ..............1-5 manual .............. 5-7 System Control Menu ........2-16 mix and background ......... 5-1 next ..............
Page 330 wipes ............... 6-11 clip, media ID ..........1-20 Using clip, recall register ........ 8-13 8-14 auto select key ..........7-22 clip, timecode..........1-20 auto transition ..........7-45 control............... 1-8 chroma key ............. 7-24 custom control functions ........9-3 cuts..............5-7 definition............
Page 331 aspect ratio............6-6 border ............... 6-6 classic ............. 6-12 copy ..............4-52 copy Squeeze & Tease........4-53 flip flop direction..........6-5 generators ............1-9 matricized ............6-11 matrix ............. 6-13 matrix, rotary, standard........6-4 normal direction ..........6-5 reverse direction ..........6-5 rotary ..............
Page 332 IX–22 • Index Synergy Series Operation Guide (v18)

Ross SYNERGY 4000DR-003 Operation Manual

Introduction

Control Panel Introduction

Using the Menu System

Switcher Basics

Background Transitions

Pattern Control

Keying

Memory Functions and more

Custom Controls

Glossary of Terms GL

Index

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