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  • Page 1 Ross Video Limited Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual Volume I Software Issue: 9.1 MD...
  • Page 2 The material in this manual is furnished for informational use only. It is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as commitment by Ross Video Limited. Ross Video Limited assumes no responsibility or liability for errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.

  • Page 3: Symbol Meanings

    Important Regulatory and Safety Notices to Service Personnel Before using this product and any associated equipment, refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” listed below to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage. Product may require specific equipment, and/or installation procedures to be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Page 4 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 8) Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.

  • Page 5: Emc Notices

    Notice Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Ross Video Limited could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. CANADA This Class “A” digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
  • Page 6 A Word About Static Discharge Throughout the many procedures in this Manual, please observe all static discharge precautions. Notice Avoid handling the switcher circuit boards in high static environments such as carpeted areas, and when synthetic fiber clothing is worn. Touch the frame to dissipate static charge before removing boards from the frame, and exercise proper grounding precautions when working on circuit boards.

  • Page 7: Warranty And Repair Policy

    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: Environmental Information

    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

    Shutting Down the Synergy Switcher ................2-27 Powering Off the Synergy Switcher ..............2-27 Reinstalling the Frame Door ................2-28 Switcher Timeout .......................2-30 Using the Menu System In This Chapter ........................3-1 About the System Control Display ..................3-2 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Contents • i...
  • Page 12 Swap PGM/PST Buses ..................4-17 Swap Trans Cut & Auto ..................4-17 Time Clock Source ..................... 4-17 Time Clock UMD Number ................. 4-18 UltraChrome Dflt Color ..................4-18 UltraChrome Dflt Mode ..................4-18 ii • Contents Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 13 Transition Limit ....................5-20 Pattern Control In This Chapter ........................6-1 Pattern Control Group ......................6-2 Synergy 4 Pattern Control ..................6-2 Synergy 3 Pattern Control ..................6-2 Synergy 2 Pattern Control ..................6-3 Synergy 1 Pattern Control ..................6-4 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Contents • iii...
  • Page 14 AuxKey Option ......................... 7-64 AuxKey Operation ....................7-64 Auto Transition Rates ......................7-68 Setting Auto Transition Rates ................7-68 Key Modifiers In This Chapter ........................8-1 Filling a Key with Matte ..................... 8-2 iv • Contents Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 15 Synergy 4 ......................10-2 Synergy 3 ......................10-2 Synergy 2 ......................10-3 Synergy 1 ......................10-3 Custom Control Functionality ................10-3 Programming Control Panel Functions ................10-5 Tips for Creating Custom Controls ..............10-7 Relative Custom Controls ...................10-8 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Contents • v...
  • Page 16 Applying RGB Color Corrections ..............11-19 Aux Bus Output Correctors ................11-23 Copying Corrections Between Inputs and Video Buses ........11-24 Returning to Default Settings ................11-27 Glossary of Terms Index vi • Contents Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 17 Advanced Positioning Borders Preprocessor Effects Sequences and Squeeze & Tease Wipes Lighting WARP Effects Appendix A. Menu Trees Appendix B. Squeeze & Tease MD Wipes and Sequences Glossary of Terms Index Volume II • vii Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 18 • Volume II Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 19: Introduction

    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 Q/MD/X switcher fits into your overall working environment.

  • Page 20: About This Manual

    Synergy 4 Q/MD-X (4 MLE) If, at any time, you have a question pertaining to the operation of your Ross Synergy Q/MD/X switcher, please contact us at the numbers listed in the front of this manual. Our technical staff are always available for consultation, training, or service.

  • Page 21: Documentation Conventions

    You can press the desired crosspoint button on the PGM bus directly to select that button. This applies to both shifted and unshifted crosspoints. Note Press Cancel Recording to terminate the programming procedure. The macro will not be recorded.. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Introduction • 1–3...

  • Page 22: Documentation Terms

    “Frame” and “Electronics Frame” both refer to the electronics chassis of Synergy Q/MD/X Live Production Engine. • “Operator” and “User” refer to the person who uses the Synergy Q/MD/X Live Production Engine. • “Control Panel” both refer to the large multi-button control panel of the Synergy Q/MD/X Live Production Engine.

  • Page 23: Abbreviations

    High Definition Multi-definition Multi-level Effects Program Bus Preset Bus PST PATT Preset Pattern Preview Rack Unit Standard Definition Technical Director Video Cassette Recorder VDCP Video Disk Communications Protocol Video Tape Recorder Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Introduction • 1–5...

  • Page 24: Related Publications

    Related Publications All Synergy Q/MD/X switchers come with a complete set of system documentation that includes an Operator’s Manual and an Engineering Manual. For a complete operational overview of the Synergy Q/MD/X product line, refer to the following publication: •...

  • Page 25: Product Overview

    This operational simplicity frees operators to concentrate on the programming, instead of the equipment. The Synergy Q/MD/X line (our fifth generation of switchers) was designed with the direct input of video professionals experienced in news, sports, and mobile production. Key members of the Synergy Q/MD/X design team are part of an ongoing program where they demonstrate the product, assist with installations, and provide operator training.
  • Page 26 ID, safe title, and more on the preview monitor output. With the exception of the Synergy 1 Q/MD control panel, which provides access through the switcher menu system, each Synergy Q/MD/X feature is individually selectable via handy control panel buttons.
  • Page 27 • Video Server Control — Select, play, and monitor server clips by name right from the Synergy Q/MD/X control panel. The clip menu keeps track of clips and allows instant recall and cue. •...

  • Page 28: Standard Features

    Synergy SD frame. • Hot Swappable Cards. All cards in the Synergy Q/MD/X frame can be safely removed with the power on. If any card is plugged into the wrong slot, the card and system hardware will not be damaged.
  • Page 29 Thirty-two Aux Buses are standard, each of which can be used to route video to monitors, DVE channels, still stores, tape machines, technical areas, etc. These Aux Buses can be mapped to any of the 48 available timed outputs on a Synergy Q/MD-X switcher or 16 available outputs on a Synergy Q/MD switcher.
  • Page 30 Every output is fully timed to provide consistent and adjustable output phasing. Analog Reference Input All Synergy Q/MD/X switchers use an analog reference that consists of a pair of looping reference BNC connectors, in addition to the standard 16 inputs, on the rear panel of the Video Input Board.
  • Page 31 MLE at a later date. However, the Synergy 2.5 Q/MD is not, as it requires switching to the larger Q/MD-X frame. The Synergy Q/MD-X program/preset versions are all easily upgradeable to full MLEs at a later date. Advanced Copy and Swap Functions The following convenient copy and swap functions are available as standard: •...
  • Page 32 • Synergy 1.5 Q/MD • Synergy 2 Q/MD • Synergy 2.5 Q/MD • All Synergy Q/MD-X BKGD KEY 1 KEY 2 FLEXI- CLEAN Clean Feed Modes for Full MLEs 1–14 • Introduction Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 33 On the Synergy 1 Q/MD, you can access the Preview Overlay through the switcher menu system. On all other Synergy Q/MD/X control panels, there are eight buttons in the Preview Overlay area on the switcher control panel that enable display and control over the following types of information: Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 34 This timer can also be made to restart every time a background transition occurs on air. Mask Preview This places a thin outline on the main preview output around the current active box mask. 1–16 • Introduction Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 35 Synergy Q/MD/X switchers. The system hard drive is located on the CPU Board in the Synergy Q/MD/X frame. Switcher settings can also be stored here for quick recall. This is the same hard drive that is used to store stills, logos, animated logos, and short video clips.
  • Page 36 Displays and Indicators The Synergy Q/MD/X switchers always let you know what is going on. Bright red lights at the end of every bus quickly show what is on air. Yellow non-sync lights warn you that an input is untimed and might cause problems.

  • Page 37: System Options

    Synergy Q/MD For the Synergy Q/MD, an additional 10 or 16 inputs can be purchased, for a total of 26 or 32 multi-definition digital inputs. Note On the Synergy Q/MD frame, you can install either 10 or 16 additional video inputs, but not both.
  • Page 38 All digital inputs can be used direct to air, as Key alpha channels, or as chroma Key sources. Additional inputs can be purchased for the Synergy Q/MD-X in groups of 16 up to a maximum of 96 multi-definition digital inputs. Therefore, quantities of 16, 32, 48, 64, 80, or 96 inputs are possible.
  • Page 39 • Included Synergy Video Server Control Interface This option is the result of a collaborative effort between 360 Systems and Ross Video to provide a comprehensive networkable, high storage, clip and still store system solution. Video Server Control is included with this option and does not need to be purchased separately. Any number of control panel ports are now activated to control this and any other video server that can be controlled using VDCP (Harris/Louth) Protocol.
  • Page 40 This option adds a third and a fourth linear Downstream Keyer to the pair of standard internal DSKs. These Downstream Keyers have access to every Synergy Q/MD/X video source and are fully integrated into the PGM/PST MLE transition system with full preview.
  • Page 41 The Squeeze & Tease MD Carrier Board is required to install the Squeeze & Tease options. Squeeze & Tease is an extremely popular option that is sold with almost every Ross digital switcher. Some of the features of Squeeze & Tease are as follows: Fly ANY kind of Key Pressing the FLY KEY button easily activates Squeeze &...
  • Page 42 Squeeze & Tease MD ships with dozens of prebuilt effects that are ready to take to air. More effects can be downloaded from the Ross Video website. All of these effects can be easily modified to meet your needs. You can also build entirely new effects of your own from scratch.
  • Page 43 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). Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Introduction • 1–25...
  • Page 44 The Assignable Aux panel options include a 33-foot (10 meter) cable, but custom lengths, up to a maximum of 1000 feet or 305 meters (as limited by RS-422 specifications), between panels is possible. Contact your Ross Video representative for details.
  • Page 45 (305 meters) are possible. Editor and Automation Interface The Editor and Automation Interface Option allows a Synergy Q/MD/X switcher to interface with all popular editing systems. The option itself is comprised of software plus security codes. Any MLE or combination of MLEs can be controlled using an RS-232 or RS-422 interface and industry standard editor protocols.
  • Page 46 Synergy Q/MD control panel. It is possible to purchase the small but powerful Yamaha 01V96 audio mixer console through any Ross Video distributor. This mixer has up to 16 analog inputs, 16 digital inputs, and a proven interface to our production switchers.
  • Page 47 Devices that support this protocol (such as some still stores, CGs, and device controllers) will be directed to store their settings when the Synergy Q/MD/X stores its settings, and then do a coordinated recall when Synergy Q/MD/X performs a recall.
  • Page 48 Monitor Wall Interface This option allows you to control a monitor wall system with your Synergy Q/MD/X switcher. You can create and modify layouts, assign channels, and create dynamic text from your control panel.
  • Page 49 Synergy Q/MD-X Series In the standard Synergy Q/MD-X configuration, if one of the three power supplies in the Synergy Q/MD-X frame fails, the frame CPU Board will detect the failure and compensate by shutting down all the frame boards (except the Frame CPU Board) in order to protect the remaining power supplies.

  • Page 50: 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 51: Control Panel Introduction

    Control Panel Introduction In This Chapter This chapter introduces each Synergy Q/MD/X switcher 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 in this chapter: •...

  • Page 52: Control Panel Sections

    Control Panel Sections The following figures show a top view of each Synergy Q/MD/X 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 individual switcher drawings.

  • Page 53: Synergy 4 Control Panel

    5) Preview Bus Group 12) Preview Overlay Group 19) Effects Control Group 6) MLE (Multi-Level Effects) 13) Fade to Black Group 20) MLE Memory Group 7) Custom Control Group 14) Mnemonic Displays Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Control Panel Introduction • 2–3...

  • Page 54: Synergy 3 Control Panel

    5) Preview Bus Group 12) Preview Overlay Group 19) Effects Control Group 6) MLE (Multi-Level Effects) 13) Fade to Black Group 20) MLE Memory Group 7) Custom Control Group 14) Mnemonic Displays 2–4 • Control Panel Introduction Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 55: Synergy 2 Control Panel

    12) Preview Overlay Group 19) Effects Control Group 6) MLE (Multi-Level Effects) 13) Fade to Black Group 20) – not available on the S2 – 7) Custom Control Group 14) Mnemonic Displays Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Control Panel Introduction • 2–5...

  • Page 56: Synergy 1 Control Panel

    The layout of the Global Memory System Group is almost identical on the Synergy 2, 3 and 4 control panels, with minor exceptions due to the differing number of MLE store 2–6 • Control Panel Introduction Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 57 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). Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Control Panel Introduction • 2–7...
  • Page 58 The Aux Bus itself is a row of crosspoint buttons that is identical to those on the Program/Preset and MLE buses. All sources are present, except for re-entry crosspoints. Because each Synergy Q/MD/X switcher includes 32 Aux Buses as standard, this row is shared between all outputs. In terms of functionality, the bus is used to select the sources that are routed to specific external destinations, such as DVE inputs, still stores, tape machines, technical areas, etc.
  • Page 59 DVE SEND — Select this transition type to have a DVE effect performed during the next transition. The DVE effect is performed on the Squeeze & Tease MD, internal DVE. Note External DVE Send support is not yet implemented. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Control Panel Introduction • 2–9...

  • Page 60: Downstream Keyers

    On the Synergy 2, 3, and 4 control panels, the Fade to Black Group allows you to fade or cut the output of the switcher to black. This happens downstream of the DSKs 1 and 2–10 • Control Panel Introduction Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 61 Names of inputs can have the shifted and non-shifted labels displayed. For details on setting up your mnemonic displays, refer to Chapter 12, “Completing Setup” of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual. Note Each mnemonic display is located directly above the button it is describing.
  • Page 62 Synergy 2 control panel, the group is located to the left of the Fader. On the Synergy 1, the MLE Key 2 Group is located to the left of the Mattes Group. 2–12 • Control Panel Introduction Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 63 Group can display the current auto transition rate (in frames), Key transition rate (for both Keyer 1 and 2), and current memory register. The location of the group is offset on different MLEs for operational convenience. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Control Panel Introduction • 2–13...

  • Page 64: Video Flow Through The Switcher

    Video Flow Through the Switcher The following diagrams illustrate how video flows through each Synergy Q/MD/X switcher. These drawings illustrate visual and electronic concepts of upstream and downstream for each switcher, and are designed to help you visualize and understand the architecture, from a production standpoint, of each switcher.
  • Page 65 All images on the re-entered MLE appear visually under the two (upstream) Keyers of the destination MLE, regardless of the bus on which the MLE is re-entered. The re-entered MLE moves upstream, or visually behind all downstream MLEs (except itself). Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Control Panel Introduction • 2–15...

  • Page 66: Synergy 2.5 And 3 Q/Md/X Video Flow

    A Key enabled on DSK 1 appears visually over the Background buses (and all transitions), but visually under DSK 2. A Key enabled on DSK 2 appears visually over the Background buses and DSK 1. 2–16 • Control Panel Introduction Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 67: Synergy 1.5 And 2 Q/Md/X Video Flow

    MLE 1 Key 1 MLE 1 Key 2 MLE 2 Background Input (PGM / PST) Video DSK 1 Switcher DSK 2 Fade Output Black Synergy 1.5 and 2 Q/MD/X Video Flow Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Control Panel Introduction • 2–17...
  • Page 68 All images on MLE 1 (including backgrounds and Keys) appear visually behind MLE 2. All images on MLE 2 (including backgrounds and Keys) appear over MLE 1. 2–18 • Control Panel Introduction Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 69: Synergy 1 Q/Md Video Flow

    The Fade to Black module is electronically downstream of the entire switcher. Regardless of the combination of Keys selected, Fade to Black will visually take the entire switcher to black. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Control Panel Introduction • 2–19...

  • Page 70: Using A Keyboard

    Using a Keyboard The Synergy Q/MD/X 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.

  • Page 71: Using The Keyboard In Change Name Menus

    (Down arrow) to the value associated with the – Bottom Knob (3) Bottom Knob (3). Deletes the selected character and moves the Backspace — No Panel Key — cursor one space to the left. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Control Panel Introduction • 2–21...

  • Page 72: Switcher Color Scheme

    MLE 1 transition buttons are colored orange, while the Program/Preset buttons are colored red and white. Note The Synergy 1 control panel has an Aux/Key bus that is yellow. 2–22 • Control Panel Introduction Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 73: Resetting The Switcher

    Global-Store Restart This function resets the Global-Store and video processor. Use this procedure if you are experiencing difficulties with the preview overlay, Global-Store, or as directed by Ross Video Technical Support. Use the following procedure to perform a Global-Store restart:...

  • Page 74: Updating Panel Data

    This function synchronizes the control panel and frame. Use this function after a communication loss between the control panel and frame if your switcher does not appear to recover once communication is restored or as directed by Ross Video Technical Support. Use the following procedure to update panel data: Navigate to the System Shutdown Menu as follows: •...
  • Page 75 Use the following method to reset a Synergy 1 control panel from the Global Memory System Group: • To perform a full reset on the control panel, simultaneously press the STORE and RECALL buttons in the Global Memory System Group. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Control Panel Introduction • 2–25...
  • Page 76 To reset MLE 3 the MLE 1 Memory System Group, simultaneously press STORE and RECALL. Note On Synergy 3 and 4 control panels, the PGM/PST MLE can only be reset using the Global Memory System Group. 2–26 • Control Panel Introduction Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 77: Shutting Down The Synergy Switcher

    Look for the flashing status indicators on the front of the Synergy frame next to the embossed Ross Video logo. If the indicators are not flashing between green and amber, do not continue with this procedure. Refer to the section “Shutting Down the Synergy Switcher”...

  • Page 78: Reinstalling The Frame Door

    With both hands, grasp the sides of the frame door, and, ensuring that the door retainer is under the frame top, hook the grooved bottom edge over the pivoting tongue on the bottom front ledge of the frame. 2–28 • Control Panel Introduction Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 79 When you are satisfied that the door is resting properly, firmly press the top of the door until the latch pops into place and is secure. Check your work. This completes the procedure for reinstalling the frame door. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Control Panel Introduction • 2–29...

  • Page 80: Switcher Timeout

    Operating The factory default timeout interval is 30 minutes, but can be changed. Refer to Chapter 14, “Completing Setup” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for more information. If this timeout occurs, press any button or move any fader (or joystick) to “wake” the switcher and turn on all lights.

  • Page 81: Using The Menu System

    Using the Menu System In This Chapter This chapter provides an introduction to the menu system of the Synergy Q/MD/X switcher. The following topics are discussed in this chapter: • About the System Control Display • Menu System Basics •...

  • Page 82: About The System Control Display

    About the System Control Display Each Synergy Q/MD/X control panel includes a System Control Group in its top panel. LOBAL EMORY YSTEM YSTEM ONTROL EMOTE NCLUDE HOME ECALL TORE INCL EDITOR ATTRIB CLIP FADE UNDO RATE KEYS MLE 3 ONLY...

  • Page 83: Menu System Basics

    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. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Using the Menu System • 3–3...
  • Page 84 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. 3–4 • Using the Menu System Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 85: Using The Keyboard In System Control Menus

    – Top Knob (1) Horizontal Home & End Small incremental movement of knob. – Middle Knob (2) Vertical Page Up & Page Small incremental movement of knob. – Bottom Knob (3) Down Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Using the Menu System • 3–5...

  • Page 86: Positioner Icons

    When you turn the MENU button off, the Positioner once again is assigned to the current panel function and location. Refer to the section “Control Panel Sections” on page 2–2 for additional information on the Positioner itself, and the three Positioner Icons. 3–6 • Using the Menu System Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 87: Adjusting The Display

    The Synergy 1 control panel does not have mnemonics. Therefore, the Mnemonic Displays softkey is grayed out, and not selectable. This completes the procedure for to adjusting the contrast of the display. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Using the Menu System • 3–7...

  • Page 88: Help Features

    Help Features The Help Menu provides convenient online assistance as you operate your Synergy Q/MD/X switcher. It provides a list of important “hidden” switcher functions that require two-button combinations to access, such as Keyer and MLE copy functions. Help Menu...
  • Page 89 The Pop-up window will only display while the related button is pressed. If a button related function is not operating properly, hold down the button to see if there is a related Pop-up window. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Using the Menu System • 3–9...

  • Page 90: Installed Options

    Several important menus are available that allow you to verify all of the installed options in your Synergy Q/MD/X switcher — with serial numbers as well as software option codes. The menus also display the revision levels of all system boards, and allow you to install software options.

  • Page 91: Panel Boards Menu

    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 Q/MD/X chassis. If another message is displayed where the serial number should be, take the following action: •...

  • Page 92: Frame Boards Menu

    The BuildInfo column lists the build, or software compile, date of the software that is currently installed on each board or card in the frame. This completes the procedure for displaying information on frame boards. 3–12 • Using the Menu System Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 93: Screen Capture

    Screen Capture Switcher users can take screen captures of the Synergy Q/MD/X 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 USB key into the USB Port on the Synergy Q/MD/X control panel.
  • Page 94 3–14 • Using the Menu System Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 95: Switcher Basics

    The following topics are discussed in this chapter: • Before Starting • Switcher Personality • Basic Switcher Functions • Using the Preview Bus • Look Ahead Preview • Fade to Black • Using SmartConversion Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–1...

  • Page 96: Before Starting

    Installation More Recall Factory. Recall Factory Menu 1-2 Press Switcher to restore Switcher Registers (control panel settings) to their default values. The Default Switcher Screen is displayed: Default Switcher Screen 4–2 • Switcher Basics Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 97: Power Fail Indicators

    The Power Fail indicator will show a problem with the primary power supplies, as well as the secondary power supplies. Power Failure When the Synergy Q/MD/X switcher loses power, the frame and control panel react in the following fashion: •...

  • Page 98: Switcher Personality

    Note Personality options pertaining to external device control may also be found in the device chapters of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual. For information on assigning a Bus Map to a bus, refer to the section, “Assigning a Bus Map to an Individual Bus”, in the chapter, “BNC...

  • Page 99: Audio Transition Mle Assignment

    When selected, the INCL DVE button recalls the wipe button associated with a DVE • SEND saved on any one MLE. With Auto Recall Off, you set KEYS ONLY, EFF DISS, and INCL DVE button settings manually before you recall the memory. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–5...

  • Page 100: Auto Remove Key

    On — Select this option to have the switcher remove the Keyer from the next transition selection if is has just been transitioned off-air from the Key Group. This completes the procedure for turning the Auto Remove Key feature on. 4–6 • Switcher Basics Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 101: Bank 0 Lit

    Use the Option knob to select Double Press Rate. Use the Value knob to select the number of frames required between two presses of a button. This completes the procedure for setting the Double Press Rate. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–7...

  • Page 102: Dsk Auto Cut

    The Fade to Black Display can show two types of information: the fade to black rate or the number of available up/down converters. The latter is only useful if you are using SmartConversion. Refer to the chapter, “SmartConversion™”, in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for information on configuring SmartConversion.

  • Page 103: Isolate Multidsks

    If you press CUT as the key is being transitioned off-air, a cut is immediately performed to take the key off-air. Use the following procedure to set the Key Cut then Fade feature: Navigate to the Personality Menu as follows: • Press HOME MORE Setup Personality. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–9...

  • Page 104: Keypad Clip Entry

    The Log OverDrive Messages features allows you to include interface messages between the switcher and OverDrive in the frame log file. Important Do not turn this feature On unless instructed to do so by Ross Video Technical Support. Use the following procedure to set OverDrive Logging: Navigate to the Personality Menu as follows: •...

  • Page 105: Matte Limit

    Use the Value knob to set the maximum number of Banks to cycle through when pressing the BANK button. This completes the procedure for setting the maximum number of banks to cycle through. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–11...

  • Page 106: Multiple Custom Controls

    The panel will not “go to sleep” if the panel is left in a Disk related menu such as the Disk Store Menu. This completes the procedure for setting the Panel Sleep time. 4–12 • Switcher Basics Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 107: Pbus Memory

    Use the following procedure to set how Global-Store settings are recalled with a memory: Navigate to the Personality Menu as follows: • Press HOME MORE Setup Personality. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–13...

  • Page 108: Roll Vtr Mode

    VTR before it takes the VTR on-air. This completes the procedure for setting the Roll VTR Mode. Notes on Selecting the Play Mode When the ROLL VTR button is in the Play Mode: 4–14 • Switcher Basics Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 109: Squeeze & Tease Mode

    MLE is not using them. Channel resources can not be shared across MLE pairs. Use the following procedure to set the Squeeze & Tease mode: Navigate to the Personality Menu as follows: • Press HOME MORE Setup Personality. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–15...

  • Page 110: Store Mode

    Use the Value knob to toggle the feature between Normal and Swap. • Normal — Select this option to have the transition buttons in all Key groups perform standard functions. The CUT button performs a cut. 4–16 • Switcher Basics Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 111: Swap Pgm/Pst Buses

    An external UMD device must be set up on a Remote port in order for the switcher to receive time clock data. Use the following procedure to set the time clock source: Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–17...

  • Page 112: Time Clock Umd Number

    UltraChrome Chroma Key” on page 7-26 for more information on UltraChrome modes. Use the following procedure to set the default chroma key mode: Navigate to the Personality Menus as follows: 4–18 • Switcher Basics Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 113: Wakeup On Command

    Use the following procedure to assign a pattern button: Navigate to the Personality Menu as follows: • Press HOME MORE Setup Personality. Press 3D Pattern Button Assign to display the S&T 3D Wipe/Sequence Assignment Menu). Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–19...

  • Page 114: Standard Mnemonics

    Small — Select this option to use a small black font on a color background in the mnemonics. This size allows you to use 6 characters per line, with 2 lines. 4–20 • Switcher Basics Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 115 The example to the left shows the 2 Names feature with the font set to normal. The example to the left shows the 2 Names feature with the font set to invert. This completes the procedure for setting the overall appearance of the mnemonics displays. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–21...

  • Page 116: Basic Switcher Functions

    BNC), or derived from external sources but stored internally, as is the case with the Global-Store. Note If you press a crosspoint button that is assigned to an external device, the Device Control Menu is displayed. 4–22 • Switcher Basics Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 117: Shift Button

    Effects card installed in your switcher. • External sources can be turned off as part of switcher setup, or placed on more than one crosspoint. In the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual, refer to Chapter 7, “BNC Configuration and Check” for details. •...

  • Page 118: Reverse Key Shift Mode

    OverDrive does not support different bus maps on different buses. Use the following procedure to assign a bus map to a bus: Navigate to the Personality Menu as follows: 4–24 • Switcher Basics Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 119 16 user-configurable mappings. Press Perform Assign to assign the selected map to the bus. This completes the procedure for assigning a bus map to a bus. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–25...

  • Page 120: Assigning A Bus Map To Multiple Buses

    All MLEs are configured to operate in flip-flop mode. When you perform a cut, dissolve, or wipe transition between the PGM and PST buses (or between the BKGD and PST buses), the two selected sources exchange places. This is called a flip-flop. 4–26 • Switcher Basics Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 121 MLE, and the PST bus always provides the next source to be brought to air with a transition. In addition, after a transition, the PST bus always shows the source last selected on PGM, until you change it. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–27...

  • Page 122: Key Bus

    The Key Bus ON AIR indicators show, when lit, that the video feeding for that Keyer is on air and contributing to the main program output of the switcher. When lit, the source selected on that bus will be tallied. 4–28 • Switcher Basics Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 123 The Key Bus ON AIR indicators show, when lit, that the video feeding that Keyer is on air and contributing to the main program output. When lit, the source selected on that bus will be tallied. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–29...

  • Page 124: Bus Indicators

    Program/Preset Bus to be tallied. To achieve this, the MLE Tally feature must be used. For more information on selecting a tally function, refer to Chapter 8, “Output Configuration”, in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual. 4–30 • Switcher Basics...

  • Page 125: Non-Sync Indicators

    GLOBAL GLOBAL BKGD BLACK SHIFT STORE 1 STORE 2 STORE 3 GLOBAL GLOBAL GLOBAL BLACK SHIFT STORE 1 STORE 2 STORE 3 Synergy 2 — Non-Sychronous Indicator for Key Bus Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–31...

  • Page 126: Knobs

    On the Synergy 1 Q/MD, the Key Bus Selection Buttons are used to indicate which specific Keyer is non-sychronous. Knobs There are two types of rotary knobs used on all Synergy Q/MD/X control panels. These are Continuous Rotation Knobs and End-stop Knobs: •...

  • Page 127: Re-Entry

    You cannot re-enter an MLE into an MLE that is already re-entered into the first MLE. For example, if MLE 2 is re-entered into MLE 3, you will not be able to re-enter MLE 3 into MLE 2. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–33...
  • Page 128 When MLE 1 is selected (re-entered) as the BKGD bus crosspoint on MLE 2, the two effects are combined, creating a layered composite effect. Composite Effect — MLE 1 Re-entered into MLE 2 4–34 • Switcher Basics Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 129: Using The Preview Bus

    Key source over the source currently selected on the PST Bus. This feature allows you to know the exact state of the switcher after the next transition is performed. For information on setting up preview BNC outputs, refer to the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual, Chapter 8, “Output Configuration”.
  • Page 130 The buttons on the Preview Bus Group do not auto follow. If you select MLE 1 PV on the Preview Bus and then switch crosspoints on MLE 2, the Preview Bus selection remains on MLE 1 PV. 4–36 • Switcher Basics Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 131: Look Ahead Preview

    Look Ahead preview is configured using the Output Menu, a sample of which is shown below. Output Menu 1-2 — Look Ahead Preview Refer to Chapter 8, “Output Configuration”, of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for detailed instructions on how to set up a Look Ahead preview.

  • Page 132: Fade To Black

    Audio Control on the Remote Audio Mixer. On most mixers this means that a light simply goes out. The Fade to Black function of the Synergy Q/MD/X switcher allows you to cut or fade (auto-transition) the entire switcher output to black, including all downstream Keys and all effects currently on-air.

  • Page 133: Cut To Black

    Fade to Black mode. In addition, any on-air tally LEDs and any active Keyer LEDs (that were previously lit in the on-air mode) will flash — as an extra “attention-getting” indication of the switcher mode. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–39...

  • Page 134: Changing Fade To Black Rates

    For the Synergy 2, 3, and 4 control panels, the display in the Fade to Black Group also updates. This completes the procedure for changing the Fade to Black auto transition rates. 4–40 • Switcher Basics Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 135: Using Smartconversion

    You can add converters at any time and can use up to 32 up/down converters with a Synergy Q/MD/X switcher. SmartConversion operates automatically with little user intervention required. When you select a...

  • Page 136: Smartconversion Status

    You can view the status of all SmartConversion Resources at any time. If you have configured your Synergy Q/MD/X switcher to display the number of free up/down converters in the Fade To Black Display, that number reflects the total number of available converters (without regard to Bus Disabling, Converter Locking, or conversion formats).

  • Page 137: Converter Assignments

    The Video Correction Menu is displayed. Press Smart Conversion to display the Smart Conversion Runtime Menu. Press Converter Status to display the Converter Status Menu. Press Allocation Status to display the Converter Allocation Status Menu. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Switcher Basics • 4–43...
  • Page 138 Use the Bus knob to scroll through the list of all buses. Note Only buses that are currently using an up/down converter are shown. This completes the procedure to access the Converter Allocation Status Menu. 4–44 • Switcher Basics Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 139: Background Transitions

    Using Manual Transitions • Using Cut Transitions • Using Dissolves • Working with Next Transitions • Auto Transitions • Preset Black • Transition Preview • Key Over • Transition Limit Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Background Transitions • 5–1...

  • Page 140: Transition Group

    Transition Group Each Synergy Q/MD/X switcher includes one Program/Preset Transition Group that is located in the highest-numbered MLE (the MLE at the bottom) of the control panel. The layout and functionality of the transition group varies depending on whether you have a Synergy 1 or a Synergy 2, 3 or 4, and whether you have a Full MLE or a Half MLE system.
  • Page 141 (one device per bus) rolls and is automatically taken to air after the preroll interval has elapsed. In Arm mode, the ROLL VTR button is latching, and it remains latched until toggled off manually. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Background Transitions • 5–3...
  • Page 142 The CUT button performs an instantaneous “cut” between the PST and BKGD bus • sources. The buses flip-flop after the cut is performed. The button itself is momentary and stays lit only during the transition. 5–4 • Background Transitions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 143: Synergy 2, 3, And 4 Transition Group

    MLE Transition Group MLE 4 T RANSITION BKGD DSK1 DSK2 CTIVE ROLL BLACK DISS WIPE SEND AUTO TRANS Program/Preset Transition Group 1) Fader Section 2) Next Transition Section 3) Transition Parameter Section Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Background Transitions • 5–5...
  • Page 144 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 MLE Keys” on page 7–21 for more information. 5–6 • Background Transitions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 145 The device must be connected to the control panel remote port via RS-422 or RS-232 serial communications. The input “type” must be set to VTR, and the proper communications parameters must be set on the Communications Menu. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Background Transitions • 5–7...
  • Page 146 The CUT button (located in both transition groups) performs an instantaneous “cut” transition between the PST and PGM (BKGD) bus sources. The buses flip-flop after the cut is performed. The button itself is momentary — it does not stay lit. 5–8 • Background Transitions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 147: Using Manual Transitions

    Remember that during a transition, the two LED indicators (Up arrow, Down arrow) show the direction of Fader travel — specifically, the direction that the Fader must be moved in order to complete the manual transition. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Background Transitions • 5–9...

  • Page 148: Using Cut Transitions

    You can also perform a background cut simply by switching inputs on the PGM bus itself. This type of cut does not allow you to preview the what you are cutting on-air. This completes the procedure for performing a background cut. 5–10 • Background Transitions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 149: Using Dissolves

    At this point both buses are contributing to the switcher output. At the end of the dissolve, after the flip-flop, only the PGM ON AIR LED will be lit. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Background Transitions • 5–11...

  • Page 150: Working With Next Transitions

    • If a button is lit, that element will change when the transition is performed, either manually (with the Fader), or automatically (with the AUTO TRANS or CUT button). 5–12 • Background Transitions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 151 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. Remember that the next transition buttons stay lit after the transition is complete. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Background Transitions • 5–13...

  • Page 152: Auto Transitions

    Memory System Group. This group can also be used to set the auto transition rate for any of the MLEs. The PGM/PST Transition Group is the only one that displays the auto transition rate above the Fader, as shown below. 5–14 • Background Transitions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 153 The time duration of a frame rate will vary, depending on the type of video format the switcher is running in. Refer to the section “Using Frame and Field Information” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for more information.
  • Page 154 The time duration of a frame rate will vary, depending on the type of video format the switcher is running in. Refer to the section “Using Frame and Field Information” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for more information.

  • Page 155: Preset Black

    Transition Preview In all MLE Transition Groups, the TRANS PV (transition preview) button allows you to rehearse a complete Preset-to-Program (PST-PGM) transition without affecting the PGM output of the selected Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Background Transitions • 5–17...
  • Page 156 Fader or AUTO TRANS button. A Transition Preview can include any combination of background and DSKs. 5–18 • Background Transitions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 157: Key Over

    KEY 1 KEY 1 KEY 2 KEY 2 When the KEY OVER button is On, Key 1 appears visually over Key 2. KEY 1 KEY 1 KEY 2 KEY 2 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Background Transitions • 5–19...

  • Page 158: Transition Limit

    Toggle the TRANS LIMIT button On in the desired MLE Transition Group. The Transition Limit effect will now be applied to the next transition that is performed in that MLE Transition Group. Press the AUTO TRANS button to perform the transition. 5–20 • Background Transitions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 159 Fader or AUTO TRANS again, the transition continues to the end of the transition. This method will take the PST source on-air. This completes the procedure for performing a transition using the Transition Limit effect. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Background Transitions • 5–21...
  • Page 160 5–22 • Background Transitions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 161: Pattern Control

    Note This chapter applies only to full MLEs. There are no pattern generators in the lower half MLEs on the Synergy 1.5 Q/MD, 2.5 Q/MD, 2.5 Q/MD-X, and 3.5 Q/MD-X. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Pattern Control • 6–1...

  • Page 162: Pattern Control Group

    3) Pattern Direction Section 2) Pattern Selection Section 4) Pattern Adjustment Section Synergy 3 Pattern Control The figure below illustrates the Pattern Control Group for the Synergy 3 control panel: 6–2 • Pattern Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 163: Synergy 2 Pattern Control

    USER USER HMULT FLIP USER VMULT FLOP USER Synergy 2 — Pattern Control Group 1) Pattern Assignment Section 3) Pattern Direction Section 2) Pattern Selection Section 4) Pattern Adjustment Section Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Pattern Control • 6–3...

  • Page 164: Synergy 1 Pattern Control

    Squeeze & Tease “shot box” mode. In this mode, you can select WIPES advanced DVE transitions from within an MLE itself. Squeeze & Tease MD must be installed to access these wipes. 6–4 • Pattern Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 165 Press this button up to 5 times to cycle through several different levels of horizontal multiplication. The button lights when horizontal multiplication is active. Press and hold the button for 1 second to clear both the horizontal multiplication and vertical multiplication. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Pattern Control • 6–5...
  • Page 166 “Bordering Keys” on page 8–8 for more information on XFX borders. The SOFT knob allows you to adjust pattern edge softness from hard-edge to full • soft-edge. SOFT 6–6 • Pattern Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 167 When the ROT button is lit, the ROTATION knob can be used to adjust the rotation • of certain patterns. Turning the knob clockwise rotates the selected pattern clockwise. ROTATION Turning the knob counter-clockwise rotates the selected pattern counter-clockwise. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Pattern Control • 6–7...

  • Page 168: Using Wipes

    Perform the transition either manually, by moving the Fader from limit to limit, or automatically, by pressing the AUTO TRANS button. 6–8 • Pattern Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 169: Adjusting Matrix Wipes

    The Matrix Tile Size feature allows you to set the shape of the tiles in the matrix, as well as the number of tiles used. Use the following procedure to adjust the tile size of a matrix: Press Home Effects Patterns Matrix Tile Size. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Pattern Control • 6–9...

  • Page 170: Adjusting Wipes

    • Press Vertical Params on the Wipe Modulation Menu. Vertical Params — Wipe Modulation Menu • Use the Amplitude knob to adjust the height of ripples. 6–10 • Pattern Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 171 Pattern Rotation Menu Toggle Rotation to On on the Pattern Rotation Menu. Apply a continuous rotation to the pattern as follows: • Press Continuous Rotation on the Pattern Rotation Menu. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Pattern Control • 6–11...

  • Page 172: User Wipes

    The User Wipe feature allows you to select from over 60 additional wipes (that are normally hidden from view on the panel). Once selected, you can place the “user” wipe on one of the eight (seven on 6–12 • Pattern Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 173 This completes the procedure to assign a user wipe. To use the wipe in production, select a User Wipe button as you would any of the other wipes in the Pattern Selection Section. Classic Wipes The figure below illustrates the available “Classic” User Wipes. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Pattern Control • 6–13...
  • Page 174 The graphical representations of the wipes do not correspond with the patterns on the actual Keys in the Pattern Control group. Matrix Wipes The figure below illustrates the available “Matrix” User Wipes. 6–14 • Pattern Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 175: Squeeze & Tease Md Wipes

    Please note: • The Squeeze & Tease MD WARP Option is required on all MLEs on which you want to perform the Squeeze & Tease MD wipe (or 3D sequence) function. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Pattern Control • 6–15...
  • Page 176 Squeeze & Tease channel (or two channels if you request an Auto Select key). Note The Transition Preview and KEY OVER modes are not available when performing Squeeze & Tease wipes. 6–16 • Pattern Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 177: Matte Group

    ATTES WASH BKGD1 BKGD2 BORD BORD WASH PATT KEY1 KEY2 Synergy 3 — Mattes Group 1) Matte Assignment Section 3) Matte Color Knobs 2) Matte Destination Section 4) Wash Section Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Pattern Control • 6–17...

  • Page 178: Synergy 2 Mattes

    (Synergy 2, 3 and 4) Press MLE 2 to assign the group to control MLE 2 matte • colors. The button also lights automatically if the WIPE, BORD, or MATTE FILL buttons are pressed in MLE 2. 6–18 • Pattern Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 179 Matte Color knobs. You can also press a Wash button and assign a color wash to the destination. Note If PST PATT is selected in either the Key 1 or Key 2 Group for the MLE, you cannot select MATTE FILL. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Pattern Control • 6–19...
  • Page 180 The two buttons in the Wash Section allow you to create washes (or “blends”) between different colors. • Press WASH 1 to enable wash background 1 for the selected destination matte WASH generator. 6–20 • Pattern Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 181 When the button is off, the original single matte color is restored. Once a wash is created, the wash can be applied to one (or more) of the destination matte generators. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Pattern Control • 6–21...

  • Page 182: Creating Washes

    If desired, press WASH 1 or WASH 2 to assign a wash color to the pattern border, and proceed to step 5. Pressing WASH 1 (or WASH 2, the procedure is the same) displays the BKGD Gen Menu 6–22 • Pattern Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 183 Use the bottom knob to choose from the following: Wash — This selection applies a gradient matte fill of the source selected. Video — This selects the straight video source, with no matte effects applied. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Pattern Control • 6–23...
  • Page 184 12. Press UP ONE to return to the BKGD Gen Menu. 13. Press Default Colors to set all adjusted colors back to factory default values. This completes the procedure for designing a wash. 6–24 • Pattern Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 185: Creating A Matte Fill Color Or Wash

    Ensure that your preview monitor is set to the desired MLE. Press COLOR BKGD 1 or COLOR BKGD 2 on the bus row of the selected MLE to display the Background Color Menu. Background Color Menu — RGB Selection Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Pattern Control • 6–25...

  • Page 186: Using The Utility Bus For Washes

    Using the Utility Bus for Washes Every full MLE on the Synergy Q/MD/X switcher has a Utility Bus which can be used for placing any video source into wipes borders and washes. To do this, ensure that you have set up your scene as desired, with the WIPE, MATTE FILL, or COLOR BKGD selected.
  • Page 187 Note To exit this Utility Bus Mode for an upper MLE you can select a Key as your next transition. The KEY1 and KEY2 indicators will stop flashing. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Pattern Control • 6–27...
  • Page 188 Performing an MLE reset or a switcher reset in the Global Memory System group will exit Utility Bus mode. • The same Utility Bus can be used to apply video to a mask. Refer to the section “Masking Keys” on page 8–3 for details. 6–28 • Pattern Control Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 189: Keying

    Keying In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for using the MLE Keyers and Downstream Keyers of the Synergy Q/MD/X switcher. The following topics are discussed in this chapter: • Introduction to Keying • Effects Control Group • Using MLE Keys •...

  • Page 190: Introduction To Keying

    Even though the buttons on the Key Bus are shared between the two Keyers, two sets of independent Keying electronics allow each Keyer to have its own Key and fill selections. 7–2 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 191 Key 1 (and DSK 1 on a full MLE) shares its preset pattern generator with the Wipe Generator for the MLE. This pattern generator is full-featured — all wipe patterns are available. Note that matrix wipes are not yet available. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–3...

  • Page 192: Mle Key Groups

    MLE. Similarly, if WIPE is enabled and you select PST PATT in Keyer 1, WIPE will turn off and DISS will be used instead. MLE Key Groups The figure below illustrates the two MLE Key Groups for the all Synergy Q/MD/X control panels. MLE 1 K MLE 1 K...
  • Page 193 On the Synergy 2 control panel, both DSKs are combined into one compact group. Each group has its own individual Key Bus, Key Preview, and Key Transition sections, but the two Key Modifier sections are shared between the two DSKs. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–5...

  • Page 194: Key Functions

    Self Keys are often used to Key images from a title camera or occasionally from a VTR. • Press AUTO SELECT to choose an “Auto Select” Key type, also known as a linear Key. AUTO SELECT 7–6 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 195 Note Unlike analog switchers, that require separate RGB signals to perform a Chroma Key, with Synergy Q/MD/X switchers you can Chroma Key on any Key source that you select on the Key Bus. Operating...
  • Page 196 KEY MEM to turn off the light, you unlock clip and gain, allowing you to make temporary adjustments to the linear settings for the Key. Turning the button back on again restores the default Key source settings from memory. 7–8 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 197 The XFX Extra Effects Dual Border Generator option must be installed. • Press SHDW to add a drop shadow behind the selected Key type, with variable width, color and transparency. SHDW Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–9...
  • Page 198 Green — When the LED is lit green, the Keyer is turned on but contributing to the output of the MLE only — not the program output of the entire switcher. 7–10 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 199 • The display above the Fader (in the Program/Preset Transition Group only) briefly updates with the rate of the selected transition for the DSK. Refer to the section “Using MLE Keys” on page 7–21 for more information. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–11...
  • Page 200 SOURCE SOURCE SHDW DSK 2 MASK OUTL AUTO BORD TRANS SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE DSK Key Modifier Assignment Buttons Synergy 2 — DSK Key Modifier Assignment Buttons 7–12 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 201: A Word About Flexiclean

    Note FlexiClean operates the same way on the DSKs of the PGM/PST MLE for all Synergy Q/MD/X switchers. If you have the MultiDSK (DSK 3 and DSK 4) option installed on a Synergy 1.5, 2, 2.5 Q/MD, and 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4 Q/MD-X, the FlexiClean output can be configured to pull the output from before each DSK, independently, as illustrated below.
  • Page 202 CLEAN Synergy 1 FlexiClean Modes — Program/Preset MLE with MultiDSK Consult with your facility engineer to determine how your Synergy Q/MD/X switcher is configured. Refer to Chapter 8, “Output Configuration”, of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for more information.

  • Page 203: Effects Control Group

    These menu driven knobs perform the same function as the Clip and Gain knobs in the Key section of the Effects Control Group. Each of Synergy Q/MD/X control panels have a slightly different layout for the Effects Control Group. Synergy 4 Effects Control The following figure illustrates the Effects Control Group for the Synergy 3.5 and 4 Q/MD-X panel:...

  • Page 204: Synergy 3 Effects Control

    KEY2 KEY1 KEY2 KEY1 KEY2 Synergy 3 — Effects Control Group 1) Effects Control Assignment Section 3) Border Control Section 5) Chroma Key Section 2) Mask Section 4) Key Control Section 7–16 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 205: Synergy 2 Effects Control

    The Effects Control Assignment Section provides a group of buttons that allow you to assign the Effects Control Group to individual MLEs. Buttons are selected automatically or they can be selected manually. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–17...
  • Page 206 To activate the Mask Area, press the MASK button in each Keyer Group to access the Mask Setup Menu, and toggle the Mask softkey to 7–18 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 207 Key in 100% — regardless of the current clip and gain settings. In post FORCE production, this function is typically used to clean up a Key and, in the case of Chroma Keys, to mask blue eyes and allow them to Key though. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–19...
  • Page 208 Use the GLOW knob to adjust the “glow level” of the edge of the Key, ranging from a hard edge to a soft edge. 5. Chroma Key Section Note The Chroma Key knobs are not used for UltraChrome™ on the Synergy Q/MD/X switchers. 7–20 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 209: Using Mle Keys

    Pressing KEY2 instead of KEY1 would assign the Key bus to Key 2. On the Key Bus of the MLE, select the desired (luminance) Key source (such as a title camera or VTR). Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–21...
  • Page 210 FLY KEY (Squeeze & Tease MD only) • Border Effects (XFX Extra Effects Dual Border Generator only) Refer to the chapter 8, “Key Modifiers” for more information. If desired, preview the Key by pressing KEY PV. 7–22 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 211: Performing An Auto Select Key

    Pressing KEY2 instead of KEY1 would assign the Key bus to Key 2. On the Key Bus of the MLE, select the desired (luminance) Key source (such as a title camera or VTR). Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–23...
  • Page 212 If desired, adjust transparency by toggling the Transparency softkey On. On the display, the Transparency Field appears. • Use the Transparency knob to adjust transparency from opaque (0%) to fully transparent (100%). 7–24 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 213 This procedure re-locks the clip and gain values, and stores the new settings in memory. Important There is no undo function. If you re-store clip and gain, you cannot recall previous values unless you recall settings from memory. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–25...

  • Page 214: Performing An Ultrachrome Chroma Key

    The color is electronically removed and replaced with background video from another source. Remember that with Synergy Q/MD/X switchers, you can Chroma Key on any source selected on the Key Bus except for the internally generated color backgrounds.
  • Page 215 UltraChrome Chroma Key in Basic Mode” on page 7–29 for more information. 11. Select and adjust additional Key modifiers as desired, using the controls in Key Modifier Sections 1 and 2. Modifiers include: • MATTE FILL MASK • Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–27...
  • Page 216 UltraChrome Chroma Key in Basic Mode” on page 7–26. If the UltraChrome Menu 2-2 is not displayed, press MORE to display it. Press Color Map to toggle this feature On or Off. 7–28 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 217 Use the following procedure to adjust the appearance of an UltraChrome Chroma Key in Basic mode: Create an UltraChrome Chroma Key using Basic mode as described in the section “Creating an UltraChrome Chroma Key in Basic Mode” on page 7–26. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–29...
  • Page 218 • Use the Reject knob to include or reject adjacent hues to the base. 7–30 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 219 UltraChrome — Edge Softness Menu 10. Use the Softness knob to add edge softening to the Foreground image and alpha channel. This may help blend the Foreground image with the underlying background video. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–31...
  • Page 220 Red — Select this option to have red removed from the video signal. Magenta — Select this option to have magenta removed from the video signal. Blue — Select this option to have blue removed from the video signal. 7–32 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 221 UltraChrome regions. The Preview bus will display the colored representation in the foreground of the Preview (but not over top of the Preview Overlay) while the feature is set to On and the Chroma Key is on-air. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–33...
  • Page 222 Off — When the Color Map is turned off, the Chroma Key is shown on the Preview bus of the selected MLE without the Color Map feature. Press Alpha to toggle this feature On or Off. UltraChrome — Alpha 7–34 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 223 Create an UltraChrome Chroma Key using Advanced mode as described in the section “Creating an UltraChrome Chroma Key in Advanced Mode” on page 7–32. If the UltraChrome Menu 1-2 is not displayed, press the lit Chroma Key button to display it. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–35...
  • Page 224 Decreasing the range value narrows the Translucent area by excluding hues. Use the Gain knob to adjust the appearance of the translucent colors. • Increasing the gain value causes the translucent colors to appear more opaque. 7–36 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 225 Decreasing the saturation range value causes less of a color saturation range to be included in the background (i.e. only color saturations close to the nominal value are included in the background). Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–37...
  • Page 226 “Creating an UltraChrome Chroma Key in Advanced Mode” on page 7–32. If the UltraChrome Menu 1-2 is not displayed, press the lit Chroma Key button to display it. Press MORE to display the UltraChrome Menu 2-2. 7–38 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 227 Increasing the reject value decreases the amount of adjacent hues that are included in the Foreground. Decreasing the reject value increases the amount of adjacent hues that are included in the Foreground. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–39...
  • Page 228 Background Spill from the Foreground of your image, use the Clip knob to reduce the clip value. • Use the Reject knob to include or reject adjacent hues to the base. 7–40 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 229 Decreasing the reflections value decreases the brightness of semi-transparent reflections. Use the Bkgd Luma knob to change the overall brightness of shadow, translucent, • and transition areas. Use this to match shadow, translucent and transition brightness with foreground brightness. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–41...

  • Page 230: Chroma Key Lighting Tips

    Chroma Key. • When lighting the background, experienced lighting directors will first of all eyeball the background for hot spots, adjusting and re-adjusting the lights, but then check their work 7–42 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 231 Paint takes time and must be applied in several coats to ensure a deep, complete covering; Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–43...

  • Page 232: Performing A Preset Pattern Key

    Use the following procedure to perform a Preset Pattern Key on a full MLE Keyer: Ensure that your program/preview monitoring is set as needed for the selected MLE. Refer to the section “Using the Preview Bus” on page 4–35 for details. 7–44 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 233 • BORDER SOFT • • ROTATION • NORM • Adjust the size and softness of the Key as follows. • Use the Size knob to adjust the size of the pattern. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–45...
  • Page 234 MD only). You can also fly a Chroma Key or a Self Key or a Preset Pattern Key. However, you cannot enable the FLY KEY button if the other MLE is already flying an Auto Select Key. 7–46 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 235: Split Keys

    Press and hold the AUTO SELECT button and select the new fill source on the Key Bus. Release both buttons. The display now shows the selected Key alpha plus the new “split” fill video source. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–47...
  • Page 236 Pressing KEY2 instead of KEY1 would assign the Key bus to Key 2. On the Key Bus, select the desired Key source. Press and hold the SELF KEY button and select the new fill source on the Key Bus. Release both buttons. 7–48 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 237 If, after setting up the split, you select another key type, the split is released and you must set it up again if desired. Pressing SELF KEY again does not re-establish the split. This completes the procedure for performing a Split Key. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–49...

  • Page 238: Using Downstream Keys

    These eight DSK source crosspoints are typically set during installation, but they can also be programmed during production. Refer to the section “DSK Source Bus Setup” on page 7–52 for details. 7–50 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 239 Preset Pattern Key — (Not available on the Half MLE switchers) Refer to the section “Performing a Preset Pattern Key” on page 7–44 for more information on using this Key type. Press KEY PV to preview the Key. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–51...

  • Page 240: Dsk Source Bus Setup

    Key types or crosspoints to the locked Sources. Refer to the section “Locking/Unlocking a DSK Source Button Setup” on page 7–54 for more information on locking a DSK Source. 7–52 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 241 Key type and source are correctly programmed. Important Recalling a setup from memory that includes a DSK will overwrite the programmed DSK button that the memory was originally stored in (unless it was locked on installation). Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–53...

  • Page 242: Setup Installation

    You can lock the current settings for any of the DSK Source buttons so that they can be selected, but not altered unless unlocked. This allows you to ensure that certain DSK Sources will remain unchanged, or will not be changed by accident. 7–54 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 243: Installation

    Use the middle knob to select either Unlock or Lock. • Press Grab All DSKs to store the current settings. This completes the procedure for locking or unlocking a DSK Source button. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–55...

  • Page 244: Multidsk Option

    The DSK3 SELECT button allows you to assign a crosspoint to Downstream Keyer 3. Unlike DSK 1 or 2, only linear Keys, Self Keys and Auto Select Keys can be performed DSK3 SELECT in DSK 3. 7–56 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 245 The DSK4 SELECT button allows you to assign a crosspoint to Downstream Keyer 4. Unlike DSK 1 or 2, only linear Keys, Self Keys and Auto Select Keys can be performed DSK4 SELECT in DSK 4. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–57...

  • Page 246: Multidsk Operation

    Navigate to the MultiDSK Setup Menu as follows: Operating You can also access the MultiDSK Setup Menu by pressing the DSK SELECT button in the Downstream Keyer Group. • Press HOME Effects MORE MultiDSK. 7–58 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 247 Toggle the Key Invert softkey to turn this feature On or Off. • Off — Select this option to keep the default Key setup. On — Select this option to invert the polarity of the hole cut for the Key. • Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–59...
  • Page 248 The time duration of a frame rate will vary, depending on the type of video format the switcher is running in. Refer to the section “Using Frame and Field Information” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for more information.

  • Page 249: Isolated And Locked Multidsk Mode

    Isolated mode state is stored in a Personality register while Locked mode state is stored in an Installation register. Take care when recalling registers from disk if you wish to recall both Isolated and Locked mode states. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–61...
  • Page 250 MultiDSKs in a Program/Preset MLE transition. Use the following procedure to set the MultiDSKs to Locked mode: Navigate to the DSK Setup Menu as follows: • Press HOME MORE Setup Installation DSK. DSK Setup Menu 7–62 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 251 You set Standard mode by disabling the other two modes. Refer to the section, “Isolate MultiDSKs”, in the chapter, “Completing Setup”, of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for information on disabling Isolated mode and the section “Locked MultiDSK Mode” on page 7–62 for information on disabling Locked mode.

  • Page 252: Auxkey Option

    Transition Group to perform transitions. There are two kinds of AuxKeys, Aux Mixers and Aux Mixer/Keyers. Depending on which one is assigned to the aux bus you are using you will have different functionality. 7–64 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 253 Use the following procedure to perform an Aux Mixer/Keyer transition. Ensure that your program/preview monitoring is set as needed for the AuxKey. Refer to the Chapter, “Output Configuration” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for more information. Select the Aux Bus Bank that the AuxKey has been assigned to.
  • Page 254 To return the clip and gain values to the default settings of 90.8% and 44.8% respectively, press Make Key Linear. Press Trans Rate to display the Transition Rate Menu. Aux Mix Key Setup — Transition Rate Menu 7–66 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 255 The time duration of a frame rate will vary, depending on the type of video format the switcher is running in. Refer to the section “Using Frame and Field Information” on page 2–15 of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for more information.

  • Page 256: Auto Transition Rates

    This section describes how to change the Key Rate for a Downstream Keyer. Refer to the section “MultiDSK Setup” on page 7–58 for information on setting the Key Rate for a MultiDSK Keyer, including DSK 1 and DSK 2 on the Synergy 1 Q/MD. 7–68 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 257 The time duration of a frame rate will vary, depending on the type of video format the switcher is running in. Refer to Chapter 2, “System Architecture” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for more information. New DSK Rate:030...
  • Page 258 The time duration of a frame rate will vary, depending on the type of video format the switcher is running in. Refer to Chapter 2, “System Architecture” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for more information. for more information.
  • Page 259 Fader is off its upper or lower limit. However, auto transitions (using the Keyer AUTO TRANS buttons) cannot be performed at all when the fader is off a limit, or when an auto transition is in progress. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Keying • 7–71...
  • Page 260 Off limit Keyer part of Locked out Locked out transition Off limit Keyer not part of Locked out Cuts the Key on or transition off, as appropriate 7–72 • Keying Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 261: Key Modifiers

    Key Modifiers In This Chapter This chapter provides basic instructions for using key modifiers in the MLE Keyers and Downstream Keyers of the Synergy Q/MD/X switchers. The following topics are discussed in this chapter: • Filling a Key with Matte •...

  • Page 262: Filling A Key With Matte

    Refer to the section “Matte Group” on page 6–17 and the section “Creating Washes” on page 6–22 for details on setting up matte colors and washes. 8–2 • Key Modifiers Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 263: Masking Keys

    Masking Keys The Synergy Q/MD/X is capable of doing three types of masks, a Box mask, a Utility Bus mask, and a Pattern mask. All key types can be masked, with the only restriction being that a pattern mask cannot be performed on a Preset Pattern key. Refer to the appropriate sections below.

  • Page 264: Using A Pattern Mask

    You can rotate or change the aspect of the pattern mask using the ROTATION or ASPECT knob on the Pattern Control Group. This completes the procedure for selecting the pattern for the mask. 8–4 • Key Modifiers Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 265: Using A Utility Bus Mask

    Toggle the Invert softkey to On to invert or “reverse” the mask. Toggle the Mask softkey to Off to de-activate the Mask feature. This completes the procedure for selecting the key bus video source. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Key Modifiers • 8–5...

  • Page 266: Inverting Keys

    Re-adjust the clip and gain settings of the key as required. This step is often necessary when a key is inverted. Add additional key modifiers as required, Select the desired manual or auto transition for the key. This completes the procedure for inverting a key. 8–6 • Key Modifiers Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 267: Flying Keys

    The Fly Key allows you to apply DVE effects to any of the four Key types, with the ability to control the size, horizontal position and vertical position of the Key. Refer to the section “Flying Keys” on page 15–17 for information on how to Fly a Key. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Key Modifiers • 8–7...

  • Page 268: Bordering Keys

    Ensure that the XFX Extra Effects Dual Border Generator option is installed in the selected MLE. Note Refer to Chapter 6 in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for instructions on how to verify the status of your installed hardware and software options.
  • Page 269 Use the Density knob to adjust the density, from opaque (100%) to fully transparent (0%). Operating To create the widest possible border, set both the WIDTH and GLOW controls to their maximum settings. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Key Modifiers • 8–9...
  • Page 270 Use the Horizontal knob to adjust the horizontal position. • Use the Vertical knob to adjust the vertical position. Press Glow & Density to display the Glow and Density Menu. 8–10 • Key Modifiers Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 271 If a border is positioned below the key source, it reacts within the same field as the moving video. If the border is positioned above the key, it reacts one field later than the moving video. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Key Modifiers • 8–11...

  • Page 272: Programming A Favorite Cg

    Key Memory values has been set up in the installation). • The “favorite” CG programming function is global. Regardless of where you program the function, all CHAR GEN buttons (in all MLEs) will now recall the selected CG. 8–12 • Key Modifiers Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 273: Positioner Group

    The figure below illustrates the Positioner Group for the Synergy 3 Q/MD/X control panel: OSITIONER MENU CENTER PATT KEY1 KEY2 BORD1 BORD2 1) Positioner Assignment Section 3) Positioner Function Section 1 2) Positioner 4) Positioner Function Section 2 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Key Modifiers • 8–13...

  • Page 274: Synergy 2

    Press MLE 2 to assign the group to control positionable functions in MLE 2. The button will also light automatically if the WIPE, FLY KEY, or DVE SEND buttons are pressed in MLE 2. 8–14 • Key Modifiers Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 275 When the Positioner Icons appear on a menu, you can adjust the selected function or parameter either with the scroll knobs or with the Positioner. A sample menu that includes the three icons is shown below. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Key Modifiers • 8–15...
  • Page 276 Note The Half MLE switchers (Synergy 1.5 Q/MD, 2.5 Q/MD, 2.5 Q/MD-X and 3.5 Q/MD-X) cannot apply a PST PATT in the DSKs, or a WIPE in the bottom MLE. 8–16 • Key Modifiers Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 277 Group or DSK 2 Group. The Squeeze & Tease Menu automatically appears. If KEY2 FLY KEY is enabled and the Positioner is on (the Squeeze & Tease MD option must be installed), the key can be sized and positioned. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Key Modifiers • 8–17...
  • Page 278 8–18 • Key Modifiers Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 279: Memory And Disk Functions

    Memory and Disk Functions In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for using the Global Memory System, USB Drive, and the Hard Drive functions of the Synergy Q/MD/X switcher. The following topics are discussed in this chapter: • Global Memory System Group •...

  • Page 280: Global Memory System Group

    Synergy 4 Global Memory System Group 1) Display 3) Keypad 5) Remote Section 7) USB Port 2) Recall Section 4) Store Section 6) Include Section 8) – Not on this control panel – 9–2 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 281: Synergy 3

    Synergy 2 Global Memory System Group 1) Display 3) Keypad 5) Remote Section 7) USB Port 2) Recall Section 4) Store Section 6) Include Section 8) Preview Overlay Group Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–3...

  • Page 282: Synergy 1

    MLE. • (Synergy 2, 3 and 4) Press MLE 1 to enable only MLE 1 for the next recall operation. 9–4 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 283 (or slew) from the starting position to the recall position of all dissolving analog functions such as clip levels and pattern positions. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–5...
  • Page 284 “Recalling Memory Registers” on page 9-12 for memory function instructions. • Press ENTER to conclude all numeric entry procedures, such as storing memory registers, entering transition rates, fade rates, DVE registers, and VTR clips. The ENTER 9–6 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 285 (Synergy 2 only) Press MLE 2 RATE to change transition rates for MLE 2 (Program/Preset) effects. Refer to the section “Auto Transitions” on page 5-14 for MLE2 RATE details. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–7...
  • Page 286 Video Servers, and Audio Servers. The VTR Remote Control, Video Server Control, or Audio Server Control option must be installed, respectively. Any combination of options can be installed. 9–8 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 287: Storing Memory Registers

    Storing Registers Using the MLE Memory Group (Synergy 3 and 4 only) The Synergy Q/MD/X switcher allows you to store 100 complete panel setups. Each register can be regarded as having separate compartments for individual MLEs. When viewed this way, you can store 100 unique MLE setups on the Synergy 1, 200 unique MLE setups on the Synergy 2, 300 setups on the Synergy 3, and 400 setups on the Synergy 4 —...
  • Page 288 Effects Dissolve, with a memory. Refer to the chapter, “Completing Setup” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for instructions on how to set up the Auto Recall option.
  • Page 289 Once you select the bank, the number appears on the display (in the 10’s digit column) and the ENTER button lights. • Select the register within the bank (0 to 9). The number appears on the display (in the 1’s digit column). Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–11...

  • Page 290: Recalling Memory Registers

    KEY ONLY and EFF DISS settings as part of a memory recall operation. Note KEY ONLY and EFF DISS settings are only recalled if the Auto Recall option is enabled. 9–12 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 291 Refer to the section “Recalling Still-Store Settings” on page 9–15 and the section “Recall Register Notes” on page 9-15 for important information regarding the recall procedure itself, and the use of UNDO. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–13...
  • Page 292 Select the register within the bank (the 1’s digit), by pressing the number (from 0 to • 9). The number appears on the display and the effect is immediately recalled. Note You do not need to press ENTER to recall a register. 9–14 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 293 Global-Store settings when recalling memory registers. Refer to the section, “Global-Store Memory Recall Mode”, in the chapter, “Completing Setup”, of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual. Recall Register Notes Please note the following important points regarding memory register recall: •...

  • Page 294: Memory Lock

    There are two ways to perform a memory lock function: • Memory Lock Using the Global Memory Group • Memory Lock Using the Name Memories Menu 9–16 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 295 When you recall an individual memory from a storage device to a locked memory location on the switcher, you are prompted to cancel or proceed. • The status of registers being locked or unlocked also appears on the Name Memories Menu Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–17...

  • Page 296: Naming Memory Registers

    10 on MLE 2. Use the following procedure to name a memory register: Navigate to the Name Memories Menu as follows: • Press HOME ATTRIBUTES Memories Setup. 9–18 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 297 Press Accept New Name on the Change Memory Name Menu to conclude the process. Press UP ONE to return to the Name Memories Menu, where all new (or edited) memory names appear. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–19...

  • Page 298: Effects Dissolve

    30-frame duration. Note that the box wipe did not change into a circle wipe. 9–20 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 299 Note The Auto Recall feature toggled to Off by default. Refer to Chapter 12 “Completing Setup” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for your switcher, to learn how to set the Auto Recall feature. Global-Level Memory Auto Recall With the Auto Recall feature toggled to On: •...
  • Page 300 To perform the effects dissolve, press EFF DISS and recall the second setup from memory. The system first recalls all non-dissolving values (with a cut) and then slews all analog values. 9–22 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 301 The channel that is not contained in the the destination effect has only one destination effect will be cut off air at the channel. start of the transition and the other channel will interpolate. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–23...
  • Page 302 The source channel will interpolate to the use, and the destination effect has a destination effect of the second channel different channel in use. (both must be in the same Keyer). 9–24 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 303: Using Storage Devices

    Using Storage Devices This section provides instructions for storing and recalling Synergy Q/MD/X registers on a storage device, such as the internal hard drive of the switcher or a USB key. Refer to the section “Storing Memory Registers” on page 9-9 for general information on memory registers of the Synergy Q/MD/X system.
  • Page 304 Press Accept New Name to finish naming the set. 10. If you are using a USB key, you may now remove it from the USB port. This completes the procedure for naming your setups. 9–26 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 305: Saving Registers

    • If you are saving to the internal hard drive, use the Set Names knob to select a Setup, or location, for the storage of the files. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–27...

  • Page 306: Saving Individual Memory Registers

    If you are using a USB key, insert it into the USB port on the front of the switcher. Wait at least 5 seconds to allow the system to recognize the USB key. Navigate to the Disk Menu as follows: Press HOME Disk. • Disk Menu 9–28 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 307 Press Memory Register to display the Disk Store Memory Register Menu. Disk Store Individual Items Menu — Memories The Memory Legend indicates the meaning of the icons that appear by the files. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–29...

  • Page 308: Saving Individual Custom Control Macros

    The Current Switcher Setup Chosen item indicates which setup on which drive is being used to store or recall the setups. Press Dest/Source to display the Dest/Source Menu. Dest/Source Menu 9–30 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 309 If you are using a USB key, you may now remove it from the USB port. This completes the procedure for storing your individual custom control macros to a storage device. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–31...

  • Page 310: Saving Individual S&T 3D Sequences

    Operating There are 100 (00 through 99) Setups available to store files. For information on naming a Setup, refer to the section “Naming a Setup” on page 9–25. 9–32 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 311: Saving Individual Bus Maps

    If you are using a USB key, insert it into the USB port on the front of the switcher. Wait at least 5 seconds to allow the system to recognize the USB key. Navigate to the Disk Menu as follows: • Press HOME Disk. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–33...
  • Page 312 There are 100 (00 through 99) Setups available to store files. For information on naming a Setup, refer to the section “Naming a Setup” on page 9–25. Disk Store Individual Items Menu 9–34 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 313: Recalling Registers

    This completes the procedure for storing individual bus maps. Recalling Registers The Synergy Q/MD/X switcher allows you to recall all categories of registers from a storage device or you can simply recall the desired individual category. Refer to the section “Naming a Setup” on page 9-25 for information on naming a setup.
  • Page 314 Disk Recall Menu 1-2 Notice that the Recalling From item below the Menu name indicates the current storage device and setup that the file will be recalled from. 9–36 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 315: Recalling Individual Memory Registers

    Navigate to the Disk Menu as follows: Press HOME Disk. • Disk Menu The Current Switcher Setup Chosen item indicates which setup on which drive is being used to store or recall the setups. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–37...
  • Page 316 Press Memory Register to display the Disk Recall Individual Memory Register Menu. Disk Recall Individual Items Menu – Memories The Memory Legend indicates the meaning of the icons that appear by the files. 9–38 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 317: Recalling Individual Custom Control Macros

    The Current Switcher Setup Chosen item indicates which setup on which drive is being used to store or recall the setups. Press Dest/Source to display the Dest/Source Menu. Dest/Source Menu Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–39...
  • Page 318 If all custom control registers are full, an error message is displayed and the custom control will not be loaded. In this case, you must delete one or more custom controls before you can load any new ones. 9–40 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 319: Recalling Individual S&T 3D Sequences

    Hard Drive — This option allows you to recall the files on the internal hard disk drive. USB — This option allows you to recall the files on a USB key plugged into the switcher panel USB port. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–41...
  • Page 320 If you are using a USB key, you may now remove it from the USB port. This completes the procedure for recalling your individual sequences from a hard drive. 9–42 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 321: Recalling Individual Bus Maps

    USB port. • If you are recalling from the internal hard drive, use the Set Names knob to select a Setup, or location, from which to recall the files. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–43...

  • Page 322: Quick Formatting A Usb Key

    USB keys are typically pre-formatted and mountable as USB mass-storage devices under most computer operating systems and your Synergy Q/MD/X switcher. However, if you wish to quickly erase all the files on your USB key, you can perform a quick-format from the switcher panel.
  • Page 323 No — Select this option to not perform a quick format, and return to the Disk • Menu. This completes the procedure for performing a quick format of a USB key. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Memory and Disk Functions • 9–45...
  • Page 324 9–46 • Memory and Disk Functions Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 325: Custom Controls

    Programming Special Functions • Time Clock Functions • Special Functions • Editing Custom Control Macros • Copying or Moving Custom Controls • Deleting Custom Controls • Saving and Recalling Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–1...

  • Page 326: Custom Control Overview

    Custom Control Overview The Custom Control function of the Synergy Q/MD/X 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 by pressing one button in the Custom Control Group.

  • Page 327: Synergy 2

    VTR Functions — A custom control button can be programmed to perform a specific transport command such as play, cue and rewind. Commands apply to serial controlled devices such as VTRs, Video Servers and Audio Servers. The VTR Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–3...
  • Page 328 • Refer the chapter, “Custom Controls” of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for complete instructions on configuring the custom control environment 10–4 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 329: Programming Control Panel Functions

    Buttons with an asterisk (*) next to them in the list are already programmed, however, they can be edited. Refer to the section “Editing Custom Control Macros” on page 10-36 for details. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–5...
  • Page 330 Character Generator Custom Controls — Refer to the chapter “Character Generators” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual. • Router Custom Controls — Refer to the chapter, “Routers” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual. • Robotic Camera Custom Controls — Refer to the chapter, “Robotic Cameras” in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual.

  • Page 331: Tips For Creating Custom Controls

    If the Multiple Custom Control feature is turned off, inserting a Run Custom Control command ends the recording, and playing, of the first custom control. Refer to the section “Running Multiple Custom Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–7...

  • Page 332: Relative Custom Controls

    MLE 1 re-entered into MLE 2 and MLE 2 re-entered into MLE 3 (Configuration 3), the Relative Custom Control will be recalled on MLE 1. If we have no MLEs re-entered, (Configuration 4) the Relative Custom Control will be recalled on MLE 3. 10–8 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 333 Buttons with an at (@) next to them in the list are already programmed with a relative custom control, however, they can be overwritten or edited. Refer to the section “Editing Custom Control Macros” on page 10–36 for more information. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–9...

  • Page 334: Running Multiple Custom Controls

    You can insert a Stop Other Custom Controls command that will stop all other running custom controls, except the one that is currently running. Refer to the section “Stop Other Custom Controls” on page 10–25 for more information. 10–10 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 335 You can turn the Multiple Custom Controls feature on or off from the Personality Menu. Refer to the section “Multiple Custom Controls” on page 4-12 for information on turning this feature on or off. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–11...

  • Page 336: Programming Special Functions

    • “Pbus” on page 10–29 Time Clock Functions The Synergy Q/MD/X switcher allows you to program custom control buttons with Time Clock functions. Use the following procedure to program one or more custom control buttons with special Time Clock functions.
  • Page 337 This completes the procedure for programming one or more custom control buttons with special Time Clock functions. To play back your macro, press the custom control button on the control panel that you recorded the custom control macro to. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–13...

  • Page 338: Special Functions

    Ross Video Technical Support. For device specific custom controls, such as for robotic cameras, or audio mixer, refer to the applicable device chapter in the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual, Volume II. Reset GPI Use the following procedure to program a GPI reset: Navigate to the Custom Controls Menu 1-2 as follows: •...
  • Page 339 This completes the procedure for programming a GPI reset. Trigger GPI Use the following procedure to program a GPI output trigger: Navigate to the Custom Controls Menu 1-2 as follows: • Press HOME Custom Controls. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–15...
  • Page 340 Insert Special Menu 1-2. Insert additional commands if needed. When you have finished inserting commands, proceed to the next step to complete the procedure. Press UP ONE to display the Recording Menu. 10–16 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 341 Press Start Recording to display the Recording Menu. Press Insert Special to display the Insert Special Menu 1-2. Press Special to display the Special Menu. Insert Special Menu 1-2 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–17...
  • Page 342 Use the following procedure to create a Squeeze & Tease MD Go To Menu custom control macro: Navigate to the Custom Controls Menu 1-2 as follows: • Press HOME Custom Controls. 10–18 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 343 Menu for the active Fly Key when the custom control is run. WARP — Select this option to display the S&T WARP Menu for the active Fly Key when the custom control is run. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–19...
  • Page 344 Press Start Recording to display the Recording Menu. Press Insert Special to display the Insert Special Menu 1-2. Press Special to display the Special Menu. 10–20 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 345 Press Insert to insert the selected command into the custom control and display the Insert Special Menu 1-2. Insert additional commands if needed. When you have finished inserting commands, proceed to the next step to complete the procedure. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–21...
  • Page 346 Press Start Recording to display the Recording Menu. Press Insert Special to display the Insert Special Menu 1-2. Press Special to display the Special Menu. Custom Controls — Recording Menu Insert a Run Sequence CC as follows: 10–22 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 347 Use the Safe Title feature to program a custom control button to recall a specific user-configured safe title setting. Refer to Chapter 10, “Peripheral Control and More” in the Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual for more information on setting up the safe title.
  • Page 348 Select the custom control button you want to record to. Press Start Recording Insert Special Special. Insert a Loop command into the custom control as follows: • Use the Function knob to select Loop CC. 10–24 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 349 A hold is automatically inserted when you perform a Still-Store capture during the recording of a custom control. Use the following procedure to place a Hold CC within a custom control sequence: Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–25...
  • Page 350 No Popup — Select this option to have only a message displayed on the Main Menu or the Custom Control Menu when a custom control hold is being performed. 10–26 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 351 Press Finish Recording to finish recording to the selected custom control. The custom control button will stop flashing. This completes the procedure for placing a Hold CC within a custom control sequence. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–27...
  • Page 352 Use the Frames knob to set the duration of the pause in frames. Note Similar to a Custom Control Hold, a Pause will display a message on the Main Menu or the Custom Control Menu indicating that the custom control is paused. 10–28 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 353: Pbus

    Use the following procedure to create a custom control that will send commands to devices using the Pbus protocol: Navigate to the Custom Controls Menu 1-2 as follows: • Press HOME Custom Controls. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–29...
  • Page 354 DevXX — Select this option to have the Pbus command sent to a specific Pbus device (Dev 0 to Dev23) attached to the selected remote port. 10–30 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 355 Press Finish Recording to finish recording to the selected custom control. The custom control button will stop flashing. This completes the procedure for creating a custom control that will send commands to devices using the Pbus protocol. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–31...

  • Page 356: Naming Custom Controls

    As you rotate the Horizontal and Vertical knobs, note that the MLE pushbuttons that correspond to each character (in sequence) light. If desired, you can press the MLE pushbutton to select a character. 10–32 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 357 • Press No to retain changes without moving to the new custom control number. This completes the procedure for naming your custom controls. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–33...
  • Page 358 NONE — Select this option to use no font in the mnemonic display. The display will only show the selected background color, with no text. 10–34 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 359 • Press No to retain changes without moving to the new custom control number. This completes the procedure for naming and customizing the look of your custom controls. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–35...

  • Page 360: Editing Custom Control Macros

    The Label Area provides softkeys for inserting, deleting, and running the events, as required. The can select between the following: Go To Start — Select this function to go to the start of the macro. 10–36 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 361: Modifying Events

    Press Edit to display the Edit Custom Control Menu. Edit Custom Control Menu Use the Event knob to select the event you want to modify. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–37...

  • Page 362: Inserting Events

    Select the Custom Control bank and button that you want to insert an event into as follows: • Use the Bank knob to select the custom control bank that you want to edit the custom control on. 10–38 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 363 Control Panel Functions” on page 10–5 for more information on inserting control panel events. Insert any Special events into the custom control macro as follows: Press Insert Special to display the Insert Special Menu 1-2. • Insert Special Menu 1-2 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–39...
  • Page 364 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. This completes the procedure for editing your custom control buttons. 10–40 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 365: Copying Or Moving Custom Controls

    The source custom control will be empty after the move. This completes the procedure for copying or moving a custom control. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–41...

  • Page 366: Deleting Custom Controls

    Confirmation — Delete Custom Control Press Yes to delete the custom control macro. • • Press No to cancel the procedure without deleting the macro. This completes the procedure for deleting custom control macros. 10–42 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 367: Saving And Recalling Custom Controls

    Refer to the section “Recalling Registers” on page 9–35 for instructions on recalling custom control (and other types of) registers. Note You cannot store to or recall from the hard drive or a USB key while a custom control function is playing. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Custom Controls • 10–43...
  • Page 368 10–44 • Custom Controls Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 369: Proc Amps And Rgb Color Correctors

    The following topics are discussed in this chapter: • Video Signal Correction Overview • Operating Modes • Correction Parameters • Using Proc Amp and RGB Color Correctors Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors • 11–1...

  • Page 370: Video Signal Correction Overview

    If you prefer to work in the RGB color space, the Synergy Q/MD/X switcher can convert a video signal into RGB components. You can apply RGB color corrections to these signals and the switcher will then convert the corrected signal back to a Y-Cr-Cb (luminance, chrominance) signal for broadcast.

  • Page 371: Operating Modes

    Bus-based corrections allow each video bus on the Synergy Q/MD/X switcher to have Proc Amp corrections applied. These corrections are applied to any input when it is selected on that bus.

  • Page 372: Aux Bus Output-Based Corrections

    Aux Bus corrections are not affected by memory register recalls. Even if bus-based corrections are applied to an Aux Bus, they are not saved in memory registers and, therefore, you cannot perform effects dissolves on Aux Bus-based corrections. 11–4 • Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 373: Correction Parameters

    Correction Parameters The Synergy Q/MD/X switcher utilizes two types of color correctors: Proc Amp color correctors and RGB color correctors. Proc Amp color correctors work on the luminance and chrominance components of the video signal while RGB color correctors work on a video signal that the switcher first converts to an RGB format.
  • Page 374 Input Input Value General Effects of Increased and Decreased Gain The Synergy Q/MD/X switcher can perform five types of Proc Amp gain corrections: • Overall Gain — Affects both chrominance and luminance video signal components simultaneously. Increasing overall gain causes an increase in contrast while also making colors more saturated and vivid.
  • Page 375 A end of the video signal and decreases down to no offset being applied at the B end of the video signal. The Synergy Q/MD/X switcher can perform three types of Proc Amp offset corrections: • Black Offset — Affects the A section of the video signal and how much, if any, of the input video signal values are mapped to black in the output signal.
  • Page 376 The graph below illustrates the effect of adding positive and negative gamma corrections to a video signal. Output Standard Increased Gamma Decreased Gamma Input Input Value Effects of Increased and Decreased Gamma 11–8 • Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 377: Rgb Color Correctors

    Offset point and Gamma Value are determined, a Bezier curve is drawn from point A, through point C and ended at point B. The Synergy Q/MD/X switcher can perform gamma corrections to the luminance component of a video signal. Luminance gamma corrections allow for selective brightening or darkening of portions of the video signal.
  • Page 378 Clipping occurs if applied offsets cause output signal values to fall outside the allowable range. The graph below illustrates the general effect of adding positive or negative offsets. 11–10 • Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 379 A end of the video signal and decreases down to no offset being applied at the B end of the video signal. The Synergy Q/MD/X switcher can perform upper and lower offsets on each RGB component •...
  • Page 380 This allows you to add a red tint to the image while minimizing the amount of red-clipping that occurs. The Synergy Q/MD/X switcher can perform gamma corrections on each RGB component. 11–12 • Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors...

  • Page 381: Using Proc Amp And Rgb Color Correctors

    Use the following procedure to adjust the gain for a specific input or video bus: Access the Video Correction Menu 1-2 (refer to the section “Accessing the Video Correction Menu” on page 11–13 if you need help accessing the menu). Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors • 11–13...
  • Page 382 Use the following procedure to adjust the Cr and Cb gain for a specific input or video bus: Access the Video Correction Menu 1-2 (refer to the section “Accessing the Video Correction Menu” on page 11–13 if you need help accessing the menu). 11–14 • Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 383 • To perform an input-based correction, press Input Proc Amp. • To perform a bus-based correction, press Bus Proc Amp. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors • 11–15...
  • Page 384 To perform an input-based correction, press Input Proc Amp. • To perform a bus-based correction, press Bus Proc Amp. Press Hue/Black Level to access the Hue/Black Level Menu. 11–16 • Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 385 The Enabled modes list is updated to show that a Proc Amp correction has been applied. This completes the procedure for adjusting the black level offset for a specific input or video bus. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors • 11–17...
  • Page 386 The Enabled modes list is updated to show that a Proc Amp correction has been applied. Luminance Gamma Applied (Input-Based) This completes the procedure for adjusting the luminance gamma for a specific input or video bus. 11–18 • Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 387: Applying Rgb Color Corrections

    The Enabled modes list is updated to show that an RGB correction has been applied. Red Component Gain Applied This completes the procedure for adjusting the red, green, or blue component gain for a specific input or video bus. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors • 11–19...
  • Page 388 The Enabled modes list is updated to show that an RGB correction has been applied. Red Component Offset Applied This completes the procedure for adjusting the red, green, or blue component offset for a specific input. or video bus 11–20 • Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 389 Red Component Lower Offset Applied This completes the procedure for adjusting the red, green, or blue component lower offset for a specific input or video bus. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors • 11–21...
  • Page 390 The Enabled modes list is updated to show that an RGB correction has been applied. Red Component Gamma Applied This completes the procedure for adjusting the red, green, or blue component gamma for a specific input or video bus. 11–22 • Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 391: Aux Bus Output Correctors

    Aux Bus you wish to assign a corrector to. Refer to the section “Aux Bus Setup” in the chapter, “Additional Installation Steps” of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for more information on configuring Aux Bus settings.

  • Page 392: Copying Corrections Between Inputs And Video Buses

    Aux Bus you wish to remove the corrector from. Refer to the section “Aux Bus Setup” in the chapter, “Additional Installation Steps” of the Synergy Q/MD or Q/MD-X Engineering Manual for more information on configuring Aux Bus settings.
  • Page 393 The Enabled modes list will update to show that the destination input now has the same corrections applied as the source input. This completes the procedure for copying Proc Amp and RGB color correction settings from one input to another. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors • 11–25...
  • Page 394 This completes the procedure for copying Proc Amp and RGB color correction settings from one video bus to another. 11–26 • Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 395: Returning To Default Settings

    Press Input RGB to access the RGB Menu 1-2. Press MORE to access the RGB Menu 2-2. RGB Menu 2-2 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors • 11–27...
  • Page 396 Press Bus RGB to access the RGB Menu 1-2. Press MORE to access the RGB Menu 2-2. RGB Menu 2-2 11–28 • Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 397 Correction Menu” on page 11–13 if you need help accessing the menu) for the specific input and video bus you wish to return to default values. Press MORE to display the Video Correction Menu 2-2. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors • 11–29...
  • Page 398 This completes the procedure for returning all Proc Amp and RGB color correction settings for a specific input and a specific video bus to default values. 11–30 • Proc Amps and RGB Color Correctors Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 399: Glossary Of Terms Gl

    Frame — One complete picture consisting of two fields of interlaced scanning lines. GPI — An abbreviation for General Purpose Interface, a device which typically allows switcher automatic transition functions to be controlled remotely. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Glossary of Terms • GL–1...
  • Page 400 PV Output — A switcher output that shows the scene that will go on-air when the next automatic or manual transition takes place. Self Key — A key effect in which the same video signal serves as both the key signal and key fill. GL–2 • Glossary of Terms Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 401 Wipe — A transition from one video signal to another, in which the change proceeds according to the shape of a specific pattern. A moving transition line separates the two picture signals. Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Glossary of Terms • GL–3...
  • Page 402 GL–4 • Glossary of Terms Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)

  • Page 403: Index

    Attributes Menu ..........9-18 highlights ............1-9 Audio Cut Only, Personality setting ..... 4-4 Mixer/Keyers ..........7-65 Audio Mixer audio transition ........ 4-5 Mixers ............7-65 Audio Mixer option operation ............7-64 ganged ............1-28 performing ............7-65 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Index • IX–1...
  • Page 404 ...........7-26 Bordering keys ............8-8 clip and gain ........7-27 7-32 BOTTOM knob ........... 7-19 color map ........7-28 7-29 7-34 Box Mask .............. 8-3 creating, advanced mode ....7-26 7-32 IX–2 • Index Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 405 Go To Menu ..........10-19 spare parts kit ..........1-31 go to menu ..........10-18 Synergy 1 ............2-6 Go To Start ..........10-36 Synergy 1.5 ............ 2-5 Hold ............10-26 Synergy 2 ............2-5 hold function ..........10-25 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Index • IX–3...
  • Page 406 DA, definition ............1-5 auto cut mode ..........4-8 Data storage ............1-17 definition ............1-5 DDR, definition ............. 1-5 external, system option .........1-22 Default grab both ............7-54 color background ......... 6-26 installation menu ...........7-12 IX–4 • Index Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 407 Floppy disk drive ..........1-17 Extended Tallies option ........1-30 Flow of video through the switcher .....2-14 Extra Effects Processor, XFX ......1-25 Fly Key ..............8-7 FLY KEY button ...........7-9 FLY KEY1, positioner ........8-17 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Index • IX–5...
  • Page 408 ....10-14 HMULT ..............6-5 trigger outputs via custom control ..... 10-15 Hold CC .............10-25 Grab both DSKs ..........7-54 Hold, inserting in custom control ......10-25 HSL ..............6-24 IX–6 • Index Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 409 2 ............7-3 panel boards ..........3-11 group basics ............7-2 software options ........... 3-10 introduction to ..........7-2 Introduction to keying ........... 7-2 invert ...............7-9 INVERT .............. 7-20 layer ..............7-2 mask ...............7-9 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Index • IX–7...
  • Page 410 Keyers ..............1-12 Lock/Unlock DSK crosspoints ......7-55 Key Cut then Fade ......... 4-9 Log OverDrive Messages, Personality ....4-10 Swap Cut and Auto ........4-16 Look Ahead Preview ...........4-37 Keyframe programming ........9-21 IX–8 • Index Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 411 HUE ............. 6-20 frame boards ..........3-12 LUM ............6-20 go to, in custom control ......10-18 PATT ............6-20 help ..............3-8 SAT .............. 6-20 HOME ............3-4 WASH 1 ............6-20 insert Pbus ..........10-30 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Index • IX–9...
  • Page 412 MLE 2 Key Transition Rate ........7-60 global memory system group ....9-5 Next Transitions ...........7-60 KEY 1, effects control ......... 7-18 operation ............7-58 KEY 2, effects control ......... 7-18 Setup .............7-58 IX–10 • Index Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 413 OverDrive Roll VTR ...........4-14 Reverse Key Shift mode ......4-24 Overlay SHIFT ............4-23 SMPTE safe formats ........1-16 switcher basics ..........4-22 source identification ........1-16 wipes .............. 6-8 VTR timecode ..........1-16 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Index • IX–11...
  • Page 414 ............4-9 PATT ............8-16 Key Cut then Fade ......... 4-9 Power keypad ............4-10 fail LED ............4-3 Log OverDrive Messages ......4-10 fail overview ...........4-3 Matte Limit ..........4-11 failure recovery ..........4-3 IX–12 • Index Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 415 ........9-9 9-28 Programming control panel functions ....10-5 installation ..........9-9 9-28 Programming keyframes ........9-21 lock/unlock ...........9-17 memory ..........9-9 9-28 BLACK ......... 5-3 5-17 name .............9-18 bus ........... 2-7 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Index • IX–13...
  • Page 416 ........... 11-3 aux bus group ..........2-8 overview ............11-2 border control ..........7-20 RGB Gain ............11-10 custom control group ........2-8 RGB offset ............11-10 downstream keyers ........2-10 RIGHT knob ............7-19 IX–14 • Index Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 417 Serial Tally option ..........1-29 key, performing ..........7-47 Server video .............7-47 audio option ........... 1-9 video, performing .........7-48 clip ..............9-8 Squeeze & Tease custom control functions ......10-3 2D wipes ............6-15 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Index • IX–15...
  • Page 418 .............2-17 reset registers ..........4-2 Synergy 2.5 Shutting Down ..........2-27 control panel ...........2-4 timeout ............2-30 fade to black group ........4-38 video flow ............ 2-14 preview bus group ........4-35 IX–16 • Index Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 419 ......... 1-30 Transparency Outputs ............1-18 adjusting ..........7-22 7-24 Tally border ........... 8-9 8-10 indicators ............4-30 Trigger GPI outputs via custom control ....10-15 MLE ............. 4-30 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Index • IX–17...
  • Page 420 ..........6-24 RGB ..............6-24 VCR, definition ............. 1-5 section ............6-20 VDCP Protocol ............ 1-21 size menu ............6-24 Version, on main menu ......... 3-3 video matte .........6-23 6-27 WASH 1 ...............6-20 IX–18 • Index Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD)
  • Page 421 ............... 6-8 Wipe Modulation ..........6-10 Wipes Parameters Matrix Tile Size ........6-9 Rotation ..........6-11 continuous 6-11 transition 6-12 user 6-12 Wipe Modulation ........6-10 XFX Extra Effects Processor ......1-25 Synergy Q/MD/X Operator’s Manual (v9.1 MD) Index • IX–19...

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