Chapter 4 Device Configuring Using the Front Panel
Configuring the Decoding
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ProView 7000 v.2.6, Rev. E
4.2.2
Video Configuration
Use the Video Configuration menu to set up the decoded video stream parameters for the
modulated program. The Video configuration menu is dependant on the video codec
(MPEG-2 or MPEG-4 AVC (H.264)) and format (SD or HD) of the video stream.
The video configuration menu provides access to sub-menus defined by the video format
selected (SD or HD).
4.2.2.1
Codec and Format Sub-Menu:
The Codec and Format sub-menu provides access to the common video output parameters,
setting up the operation of the video stream modulation.
To access the Video General sub-menu:
❖
Navigate
Root > Decoding > Decoder (no.) > Configuration > Video > Codec
and Format
.
The screen provides access for setting-up the following parameters:
■
Decoding Codec
– selects the video decoding mode. Options:
❑
Automatic
❑
MPEG-2
❑
H.264
■
Display Format
– selects the video display format. Options:
❑
SD
❑
HD
❑
Automatic Resolution
NOTE:
Changing the display format may take a few seconds. During this time the FP display freezes. The
Aspect Ratio Conversion feature is performed if the aspect ratio of the video in the incoming transport
stream is not the same as the configured aspect ratio for the output stream.
■
Buffer Mode
– See
7.9.1 Selecting Low Delay Mode
for details on Low Delay. Options:
❑
Normal
❑
Low Delay
4.2.2.2
Digital and Analog Outputs Sub-Menu:
The Digital and Analog Outputs sub-menu displays when the video display format is set to
Standard Definition (SD).
The page provides access for setting-up the following parameters:
■
Video Format
– selects the video format.
Options: NTSC, PAL-B/G, -I, -D, -M, -N, French SECAM.
■
Aspect Ratio Conversion
– selects the aspect ratio conversion for the output stream.
Options (related to selected aspect ratio):
❑
4:3 Aspect ratio
• Center-cut
• Letterbox
