NewTek 3Play 3P1, User Manual

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Note: Proc Amps are very useful. However, keep in mind that, whenever possible, it is best to perform
color adjustments at the source or target device.
For example, it is preferable to calibrate a camera's colors at the camera, before sending the signal to
the 3Play system. Doing so will yield higher color precision. Similarly, it’s often better to adjust output
color using controls on down-stream monitors. (The Display Proc Amps can never completely
compensate for a badly calibrated monitor.)
The Proc Amps are especially useful for occasions when no external options are available. (Some cameras
lack built-in color controls. At other times the physical placement of a device can make access
inconvenient).
WHITE BALANCE
To automatically white balance a source, click and hold the mouse button over the Color (eyedropper)
button, and then slide the pointer on the monitor for the corresponding source. Release the mouse
button over a part of the image that should be white.
ADVANCED COLOR GROUP
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Expand the Advanced control group to access more elaborate color controls for individual color channels.
7.3 TIMECODE CONFIGURATION
NewTek 3Play can supply timecode from its internal system clock, or can refer to an external LTC (Linear
Timecode) source supplied to 3Play inputs (see Section 3.3.3). This timecode is embedded in video files
captured during the session. A Configuration button (gear) beside the Timecode display in the Replay
Desktop Dashboard opens the Timecode Configuration panel.