Adjusting the Sync and Subcarrier Phases

When using two or more players, as in an A/B roll editing

After configuring the editing system, use a vectorscope to

system, it is necessary to synchronize the sync and

adjust the sync and subcarrier phases of the recorder and

subcarrier (for composite signals) phases of the signals to

players. Subcarrier phase adjustment is necessary when

be edited. If they are not synchronized, picture instabilities

using composite signals and Y/C signals.

or color break-up may occur at edit points.

 

DSR-1500/1500P (player 1)

Switcher (DFS-500/500P) a)

DSR-1500/1500P (recorder)

UVW-1600/1600P (player 2)

75 Ω coaxial cable (A) b)

75 Ω coaxial cable (B) b)

Vectorscope (Sony Tektronix 1750/1751, etc.)

PVE-500 Editing Control Unit

a)The sync and subcarrier phases of the output signal from the DFS-500/500P switcher are automatically adjusted.

b)Ensure that the 75 Ω coaxial cables (A) and

(B) (not supplied) are of the same length.

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