Ross Synergy 1 SD Ordering Manual

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Ross Video Incorporated, P.O. Box 880, Ogdensburg, New York, USA 13669 0880
Tel. (613) 652-4886
Ross Video Limited, P.O. Box 220, 8 John St., Iroquois, ON., Canada K0E 1K0
Fax. (613) 652-4425

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  • Page 1: Ordering Guide

    ORDERING GUIDE Ross Video Incorporated, P.O. Box 880, Ogdensburg, New York, USA 13669 0880 Tel. (613) 652-4886 Ross Video Limited, P.O. Box 220, 8 John St., Iroquois, ON., Canada K0E 1K0 Fax. (613) 652-4425...
  • Page 2: Product Overview

    Des gned to be HDTV Upg adeable! Ross provides an HDTV upgrade path for our Synergy customers. It is possible to upgrade all existing Synergy Series SD digital production switchers to HDTV simply by exchanging...
  • Page 3 Synergy design team are part of an ongoing program where they provide switcher demonstrations, assist with switcher installation, and train operators. As a result, the Synergy line continues to advance Ross Video’s tradition of easy to use and logical panel layouts.
  • Page 4: Product Highlights

    Matting Device. Award winning Ultimatte Technology on a card that plugs right into Synergy, for extra critical chroma keying requirements. ∗ Ultimatte is a trademark of Ultimatte Corporation. Page 4 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 5 This versatile and time saving feature displays the contents of the Custom Control and allows complete editing capabilities. ∗ Chyron Aprisa is a trademark of Chyron Corporation. Page 5 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 6 • HDTV Upgrade Path. The Synergy 1 SD can be upgraded to HDTV by exchanging the SDI electronic chassis for a Synergy MD multi-definition chassis, capable of production in either SD or HD.
  • Page 7: Standard Features

    - simplifying installation. These inputs can be used as video or alpha channels. A 17 input is dedicated as a digital reference input. If an analog reference is desired, Ross Video will optionally provide external conversion to digital. One Full MLE Effects System Standard equipment on the Synergy 1 includes one full MLE (Multi-Level Effect) system.
  • Page 8: Standard Digital Outputs

    Also included in this feature is a large crisp display that is used to configure the switcher and to provide advanced operational features. Page 8 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 9: Custom Control Macros

    Source ID is up to 8 characters and displays the name of the current background video, current preset video and transition type. An example follows: “CAM1 –W-> CHAR GEN”, Page 9 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 10: Center Cross Hairs

    MLE is not on air, as may be the case if an Aux Bus is being used downstream as a cut bus. Page 10 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 11: General Purpose Interface

    The Synergy 1 control panel and rack frame are connected by a single, standard 8-pin flat- shielded Telco cable that uses RS-422 communication. The maximum cable length between the control panel and its rack frame is 1,000 feet or 305 meters. Page 11 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 12: Standard System

    – white, yellow, orange, and red/white. Synergy 1 S1-001AW Table Top Model Digital Production Switcher (ALL WHITE buttons) Order your Synergy 1 with the new Ross ALL WHITE buttons on the MLE and keyers. Synergy 1 S1-002AC In-Desk Model Digital Production Switcher (CLASSIC COLOR buttons) Order your Synergy 1 with the distinctive Ross CLASSIC COLOR buttons on the MLE and keyers –...
  • Page 13: System Packages

    MLE and keyers – white, yellow, orange, and red/white. Synergy 1, Package S1-PKG1AW Table Top Model Digital Production Switcher (ALL WHITE buttons) Order your Synergy 1 Package with the new Ross ALL WHITE buttons on the MLE and keyers. Synergy 1, Package S1-PKG2AC In-Desk Model Digital Production Switcher...
  • Page 14: System Options

    MLE and keyers – white, yellow, orange, and red/white. Synergy 1, Control Panel S1-003AW Table Top Model (ALL WHITE buttons) Order a Synergy 1 Control Panel with the new Ross ALL WHITE buttons on the MLE and keyers. Synergy 1, Control Panel S1-004AC In-Desk Model...
  • Page 15 48 hours of clip storage at 12 Mb/s MPEG-2 S1-016-P compression for PAL standard 100 hours of clip storage at 12 Mb/s MPEG-2 S1-016-250-N compression for NTSC standard Page 15 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 16 • 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. Note that S1-063: Video Server Control is included with this option and does not need to be purchased separately.
  • Page 17: Downstream Keyer

    Ross Video’s complete line of converters. You may also want to consult with Ross Video or check out our web site at www.rossvideo.com to determine if new converters have been added to our product line since the catalog was released.
  • Page 18: Downstream Keyer (2 Nd Dsk) - Card Only

    If you are unsure on any issue, please contact your Ross Video representative who will be pleased to review your production requirements and assist you in configuring your system. We also have additional literature available on the topic.
  • Page 19: Clean Feed

    Key 2 and the transition area of the Synergy 1. Squeeze & Tease (either 2D or 3D WARP) is an extremely popular option that is sold with almost every Ross digital switcher. The Squeeze & Tease 2D option can do the following effects using only one keyer: •...
  • Page 20 Squeeze & Tease DVE yet! This is a “MUST HAVE” option! Squeeze & Tease is an extremely popular option that is sold with almost every Ross digital switcher. The Synergy 1 can be ordered with one Squeeze & Tease WARP options - putting a DVE into the two MLE keyers.
  • Page 21 This makes it possible, for example, to rotate between 2 channels of still store in an over-the-shoulder box in a single keyer, using only 1 channel of S&T WARP. Page 21 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 22: Warp Effects

    “shot box”, where you can select from 40 of these 100 pre-built planar and warp transitions. The other 60 transitions can be loaded from the keypad. These 100 transitions can be loaded from a floppy disk (supplied by Ross) containing 80 pre-programmed transitions and effects. Other wipes and transitions will be available by download from our web site.
  • Page 23 19-inch rack and fills 1 RU. Pushbuttons on the remote panel allow direct access to 16 source buttons, the MLE program and preview outputs, clean feed and DVE Page 23 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 24: Editor Interface

    VTR Remote Control can also be tied into the Custom Control buttons. Any Custom Control button can be attached to functions such as cue to time code, play, stop, rewind, fast forward, frame advance, gang roll, and more. Page 24 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 25 The clip name and duration is displayed on the Synergy System Control Area. Clips can be saved into a clip list and recalled instantly with VTR and Video Server Clips. Using Page 25 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 26 • Quartz • Philips If your router is not on the above list, please contact your Ross sales representative as new routers are being added all the time. Serial Tally Interface S1-066 This enables Serial Tally Interface using industry standard protocols to Under Monitor Display and Tally Systems.
  • Page 27 As well, you can load and view play lists, move pages within play lists, and set up custom control macros to instantly load frequently used CG pages such as “Breaking News”, “Coming Up At Six”, or talent names. Page 27 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 28 Spare Parts Kit S1-073 It would be far too expensive to put every switcher part in the Spare Parts Kit. Parts were chosen for the kit using the following criteria: Page 28 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 29 Synergy Onsite Operational Training S1-090 Training courses can be conducted at the customer’s site or at Ross facilities. Expenses are included in North America. A minimum of four weeks advance notice is required for training to ensure we can efficiently schedule the best possible training staff for your requirements.
  • Page 30: Technical Support

    This extends the standard three-year warranty by one year. Technical Support At Ross, 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 31: Physical Characteristics

    D type, 15 pin (not used) 50 pin Centronics (not used) Aux panel 6 pin, shielded Telco Tally 1 & 2 12 pin detachable terminal block AC power 3 pin IEC Page 31 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 32: Environmental Characteristics

    > 150 m Impedance 75 ohm, terminating Return loss > 20 dB • All inputs are SMPTE-259M-C serial digital non-looping. • Inputs can be used for either key or video. Page 32 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 33: System Timing

    37ns steps to a maximum of 32us in order to accommodate late video signals. Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Page 33 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 34 REMOTE 1 REMOTE 2 REMOTE 3 REMOTE 4 REMOTE 5 TALLY Synergy 1 Control Panel – Right Rear View – Connector Close-Up Synergy 1 Rack Frame Front View Page 34 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 35: Synergy 1 Dedicated Remote Aux Panel

    SEND Synergy 1 Dedicated Remote Aux Panel SHIFT BLACK CLEAN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN ASSIGN SEND FEED Synergy 1 Assignable Remote Aux Panel Page 35 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...
  • Page 36: Customer Information

    _______________________________________________ Item # Option Number Option Name Quantity Required FAX TO: Ross Video Limited, P.O. Box 220, 8 John St., Iroquois, ON., Canada K0E 1K0 Fax. (613) 652-4425 Page 36 of 36 March, 2005 Synergy 1 SD Ordering Guide, v16...

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