Video Inputs (for Genlock , Overlay, or M ix functions) - marked '1' on each
connector
The Eclipse has the ability to synchronize its video output with another video signal
(called 'genlocking'), or it can even superimpose its video output on top of another video
signal (called 'overlay' or 'mix'). Th is is done by connectin g a video signal to one of th e
Eclipse's inputs, and selecting the appropria te genlock/overlay setting (see later in the
manual).
If you want to use t his ability, feed your vid eo signal into eit her the Composite Video IN
or S-Video IN conn ectors (both marked '1'). You sh ould also ensure t hat the signal used
is of the right standar d (PAL/NTSC), and that it is a clean, stable, standar d signal.
Video signals with a lot of noise, tape 'drop-out', or glitches may not be suitable - you
will be likely to get poor performance with such a video signal.
Video Outputs - marked '2' on each connector
The Eclipse provides three different output types to allow connection to various video
displays and capture equipment (such as TVs and VCRs). The choice of output type
depends on what your equipment can accept.
Composite Video - use the composite video cable provided to connect from the
composite video output (2) on the breakout cable to the composite video input of
your target video equipment - eg. video monitor, TV, VCR, etc..
S-Video - use the S-Video cable provided to connect from the S-Video output (2)
on the breakout cable to the S-Video input of your target video equipment.
S-Video provides improved performance over Composite Video.
Connecting the serial cable
The Eclipse PCI/ISA card needs to be controlled from th e computer's RS232 port - or you
will not be able to select many of the unit's functions. Alternat ively, you can use the
optional Infra-Red Receiver Module in combination with the IRC4 remote control.
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