0.6 A dialog about input video memories
Due to the number of inputs and different types of input formats and ever further
numerous types of source devices, we at Anchor Bay added input memories, which allow
the user/system-integrator to configure very specific “effects” for a specific input format
on a specific input connection. This means that a single input can have many different
settings within the same control – just based on the input format that it is receiving.
As an example, at the time of this writing, for HDMI on the VP50PRO we support:
VGA
SVGA
XGA
SXGA
576i-50Hz
576p-50Hz
480i-60Hz
480p-60Hz
720p-50Hz
720p-60Hz
1080i-50Hz
1080i-60Hz
1080p-23.98/24Hz
1080p-25Hz
1080p-50Hz
1080p-59.97/60Hz
Each format has its own memory, with individual picture controls, aspect ratios and
zooms/pans, processing modes, etc. This can easily make the job of setting up an iScan
very involved, as we offer an incredible amount of control over just about every aspect of
the processed signal. We have put in functions to our automation protocol which allow
an automation controller full access to these parameters – so care must be taken to avoid
errors.
Keep in mind that not all inputs support all input types – for example, Composite and
S-Video inputs are limited to 480i-60Hz or 576i-50Hz based on the source and the region
the iScan is used in.
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