Operator`s manual

Product Highlights
Multi-Definition. Future-proof right out of the box, Synergy MD allows you to work in
either SD or HD. Synergy MD supports 480i (SD 525), 570i (SD 625), 720p, and 1080i.
Huge Input Matrix. The Synergy MD-X frame can accept more of your sources directly
with up to 96 multi-definition video inputs, available in groups of 16.
Huge Output Matrix. The Synergy MD-X frame provides up to 48 fully configurable
multi-definition video outputs, available in groups of 16.
Incredibly Powerful MD-X Chassis. The Synergy MD-X multi-definition frame is, by far,
the most powerful switcher in the world. It has 96 Multi-Definition Inputs, 48 Multi-
Definition Configurable Outputs, 16 DVE Channels, 28 Internal Keyers, 4 WARP
Generators, 19 Internal Ethernet-connected Media Stores, and 13 Classes of External
Interfaces. Add Proc Amps, RGB Color Correctors, utility Buses, FlexiClean

, Preview
Overlay, Linux OS, and a whole lot more, and the result is nothing short of revolutionary.
Amazingly, it fits into a rack-saving 8 RU.
OverDrive™ Compatible. The Synergy Series has evolved to control every single piece of
equipment in the control room. The next step in this evolution is the revolutionary
OverDrive Production Control System. With dual touch screens, the TD can now
automate a production when required. Thumbnail based, the TD can step through the
show’s run-down or instantly break away to unscripted events. When connected to a
newsroom automation system, a live MOS-based link keeps the two systems in constant
and instant synch, providing clear communication between the producer and the TD.
Mnemonics. Synergy Mnemonics are perfect for mobiles and other applications that
require different source names from one production to another. Mnemonics are available
for every MLE as well as the Custom Control button row. Every display can have
individual settings for display color, text size, and backlighting to provide clear naming
and source group separation.
Preview Overlay. This unique option allows the technical director to keep his/her eyes on
the action by presenting key information overlaying the preview monitor output.
Included is a VTR and video server time code, a count up/down timer, source ID, safe title,
and more - each individually selectable via handy control panel buttons.
Squeeze & Tease
®
MD. Squeeze & Tease MD is a high quality, powerful multi-definition
3D DVE that can be built into every MLE. Great for sophisticated looking boxes, it allows
every type of key to be squeezed or zoomed, cropped, repositioned, and rotated in 3D
space. It can also perform 3D key or background transitions, or build sequences with
complex timelines, keyframe editing, and quick “shot box” sequence recall. Squeeze &
Tease MD comes equipped with a positionable light source, preprocessor effects such as
defocus, mosaic, posterization, colorization, strobe, picture frame borders, object builder
for slabs, timeline sequences with holds, and a lot more. Up to 4 channels of Squeeze &
Tease MD can be added to every MLE.
Squeeze & Tease
®
MD WARP. Stunning curvilinear transitions and creative effects are
possible when this option, which adds warp capability to Squeeze & Tease MD, is included.
Over 20 classes of modifiable WARP effects are provided, such as page turns, spheres,
ripples, 3D hearts, stars, sandstorm, old film effects, and more.
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