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C2-7310 Channel 11-Input Video-Audio Processor
moves well beyond video processing, switching and HD-SDI Up, Down and
Cross Conversion by providing the most powerful audio processing in its
category. Two independent video processing and scaling engines and two
video mixers provide maximum flexibility in handling SD-SDI, HD-SDI,
Composite Video, YC (S-Video), YUV Component, YPbPr HD Component DVI
and RGB. At home in both broadcast and presentation environments, the
C2-7310 is multiple products in one.
Three operating modes simplify control:
Switcher Mode –
Equally powerful Program and Preview channels allow any function (Next
Image, PIP, Keying, Logo, etc.) to be set up and previewed, totally
independent of the Program output. Transition from Preview to Program
is by Cut, Dissolve or Special Effect.
Independent Mode -
Provides all the power of two completely independent scalers in one
box, each with a full range of features, including PIP, Keying, etc.
Each output can deliver different formats and resolutions
simultaneously. For example, a presentation being fed to a high
resolution display on Output 1 via DVI can be fed to a VCR for
recording on Output 2 via Composite Video. Two projectors may be edge
blended from one unit.
Dual PIP Mode -
Any video input can be squeezed and placed into either of two windows
of any size and positioned anywhere on the screen, even overlapping,
with user defined layer priority control. The windows can be placed
over any other video input as the background. The window’s image can
then be seamlessly switched, faded or zoomed. Keying can be
independently applied to each window.
Powerful Features -
The 4:4:4 sampling provides full bandwidth color which allows precise
keying, including Transparent (Soft) Keys. The 17 video inputs can
accommodate signals (either analog or digital, video or computer) in a
variety of formats and resolutions. It handles most HDTV and RGB
resolutions and formats and new resolutions can be easily added. Each
of the two independent outputs delivers a wide range of digital and
analog video signals.
In addition to SD
and HD television formats, the C2-7310 output signal format flexibility
assures that the Native Resolution of most digital displays can be
matched. Using the software based resolution calculator, new or unusual
resolutions can be instantly added to the menu. Signal parameter
adjustments can be made for each video input and are stored in
individual non-volatile memories. Integral Test Signals are user
defined. A logo memory is provided, so the unit can easily be used as a
Logo Inserter. Motion compensation, diagonal interpolation and a 3:2
Pulldown feature for NTSC greatly improve the image quality. Pixel
Level Motion Adaptive Diagonal Interpolation insures high quality
de-interlacing of PAL and NTSC signals
C2-7300 -
provides the same features and functions of the C2-7310 with a
different front panel. This version has ten programmable buttons and a
shift key with removable key caps for flexible labeling. It is intended
for applications where custom or restricted access to functions is
desirable.
Setup and Control
is extremely flexible. Local control is provided by the 48-button CORIO
EXP Front Panel designed expressly for handling live events. These
buttons plus the multi-way navigation control and integrated LCD bring
all the control needed for quick and easy access right to the front
panel. Remote control via RS-232 or Ethernet (IP) is standard. Macros
are provided to facilitate complex command sequences. The Windows
Control Panel affords complete control of the unit. The CC-300
CORIOconsole option takes control to the next level by providing the
C2-7000 series with the operational feel of a traditional Video
Production Switcher. Two rows of 14 buttons, a fader bar, joystick and
an integrated LCD touch screen provide access to the powerful C2-7000
series functions with a minimum of keystrokes. Event control directly
from the CC-300 is available by the integral interface to Calypso
control systems. Virtually any third party device is controllable
Image Layer Processing
within the C2-7000 series utilizes a multiple layer video display
system whose stacking order can be altered as desired by the user.
Using the dual PIP as an example, the layers consist of:
- 1 or 2 image windows (A & B) that can be resized
and positioned as desired
- a lock source (the Z layer) which can be an active
video or still image background
- 1 or 2 logo images (a & b)
- a color background
Should the user wish, the layers can be re-ordered
(example: B in front of A) and the individual layers can also be made
opaque, semi-opaque or transparent. Windows A & B can be positioned
anywhere on the screen and used as either key sources or key background
images. Logos a & b can also be positioned anywhere on the raster
and have their appearance set to opaque normal keying or to
semi-transparent for channel branding. When keying, the Z Layer may be
moved from the background to the foreground.
Edge Blending
is a standard feature of the C2-7000 series. Because of the ability to
‘feather’ any or all of the edges, multiple images can be aligned
vertically, horizontally, or both to create unusual displays. Since it
is dual channel, only one unit is required to blend two edges. Using
multiple C2 units, a large number of images can be blended. Edge
Blending is not limited to high resolution RGB computer images, but can
be applied to any input. Gamma correction is employed to compensate for
many of the problems faced when blending between projectors. Special
preparation of the video in advance is not necessary, since all
processing is done within the unit.
A2-7300 Series Audio Interface
units are high quality audio format converters designed primarily to
provide maximum format flexibility for the C2-7300 Series HD
Audio/Video Processor's audio inputs and outputs. The C2-7300 Series
provides AES3-id audio I/O via two HD-44 Connectors. Any two of the
A2-7300 models, or two of the same model, can connect to these
connectors to bring the AES3-id signals out to BNC connectors or to
change the audio format completely. All of the AES audio channels can
be synchronized to a DARS reference when connected to the C2-7300/7310
unit via any of the A2-7300 units. Additionally, the A2-7300 units may
be used in conjunction with one another, without the C2-7300/7310 unit,
to provide bi-directional analog/digital or AES3/AES3-id conversion.
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