Basic Setup - TecNec PNCH-1 Operation Instructions Manual

PNCH-1
You have just purchased the most innovative, flexible and powerful system interface available today.
The One-2-Punch is the ultimate product for solving all your non-linear edit system signal and device
routing needs. Designed and developed by both engineers and top video production editors, the One-
2-Punch was designed for user friendly setup & operation. If you have any questions or need addi-
tional assistance, please call our factory at 914-247-0680, Monday-Friday from 10AM to 4PM EST.
We will be happy to help you with any application questions or problems you may have.
ONE-2-PUNCH NOTES
The One-2-Punch was developed as an interface device for the new NON-LINEAR EDIT SYSTEMS. Most of the popular
Non-linear edit systems today, such as the AVID and the MEDIA 100, are designed with a single Audio/Video input-output
port and a single RS422 machine control port. In the real world of production, it becomes necessary to use more than
one source or record VTR or signal device. This allows the editor to take advantage of footage mediums such as SVHS,
Hi-8 and other formats such as computer generated graphics. Without an interface such as the One-2-Punch, the user
would be constantly unplugging and reconnecting cables. This takes time, and is also messy and inefficient. The One-2-
Punch solves the complete interface issue in a 2 rackmount cabinet.

BASIC SETUP

The One-2-Punch is, in all respects, a passive audio-video-RS422 2X2 router. The unit can accept 2 different and sepa-
rate source devices (such as VTRs) and digitize from either source into the Non-Linear editor. After the effects and cre-
ative work is completed, the unit can send the clip to either of 2 different or separate recording devices(such as VTRs). All
audio signals(dual channel balanced) and video signals(R-Y, B-Y or SVHS or RGB) are connected into the rear panel of
the One-2-Punch. All 4 RS422 lines are also connected to the rear panel.
The audio-video I/O ports of the Non-Linear unit are also connected to the One-2-Punch. The single RS422 control cable
from the Non-Linear unit is then connected to the SOURCE RS422 9-Pin port marked "IN".
Now all control and selection is controlled from the front panel. You are set to work with no fuss and cable mess. Status
LEDs on the front panel indicate all the settings in all modes of operation.
The One-2-Punch is split into 2 sections: SOURCE and RECORD. These designations are so named to keep you orient-
ed to a system flow. The One-2-Punch accomplishes all switching of data and signals by PASSIVE means. This concept
allows the selection and switching to be performed absolutely transparent with no processing at all: What you feed is what
is returned. Another advantage of passive switching is its bi-directional path. Despite the fact that diagrams have arrows
show signal direction, the One-2-Punch ports can be used in either SELECT or ASSIGNMENT configurations.
makes the One-2-Punch extremely flexible and can therefore be used in many system setups to solve interface problems.
Use the diagrams provided to get an idea of the setup you may require. If you should require additional configuration infor-
mation or help: CALL US. Our tech support representatives are ready and able to assist you. Diagrams are also avail-
able on our WEBSITE and will be continually updated as more ideas are submitted by our customers.
One-2-Punch Specialized Router For
Non-Linear Editing Applications
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