Features
Thank you for buying a Ross Video Carbonite Series
Multi-Definition Live Production Switcher. The
Carbonite series builds on the Ross Video reputation for
designing switchers that fit the needs of any production
environment.
MultiMedia Inputs
The four MultiMedia inputs on the Carbonite MultiMedia
frame can be used for de-interlacing SDI video signals,
or inputting Analog Component, Analog Composite, or
non-HDCP HDMI video signals. These inputs also
support normal SDI.
Analog Reference Input and Output
The switcher supports both external and internal reference
sources. The external reference can be an input from a
house sync to the single reference input BNC. The
internal reference can also be used as a house sync with
selectable tri-level sync or analog black burst with
independent H/V settings for each of the two reference
output BNCs.
Although tri-level sync is recommended as your reference
source for all HD applications, analog black burst can
be used when operating the switcher.
3G and 1080p 29.97 Video Formats
The switcher supports the 1080p 59.94Hz, 1080p 50Hz,
and 1080p 29.97Hz video formats. To operate in these
modes, the switcher must be restarted and some features
and resources are limited or unavailable.
Integrated Up/Down Converters
All switchers come with integrated up/down converters
and frame synchronizers (FSFC) capable of converting
1080i or 720p to SD, as well as convert SD signals to
1080i, or cross-convert 720p to 1080i.
Format conversion is not supported on the Carbonite
frame when the switcher is operating in 720p or 1080pSF.
The Carbonite MultiMedia frame supports de-interlacing
on the multimedia inputs, except for progressive
segmented frame (pSF) formats. The multimedia inputs
support de-interlacing of the 720p format.
In a 3G or 1080p 29.97Hz switcher mode, the FSFC
functionality is limited on the Carbonite MultiMedia and
Ca switchers, and is not available on the
Carbonite and Carbonite eXtreme switchers.
Custom Controls
This feature brings the power of macros to the switcher
operator. A series of button presses can be easily recorded
and assigned to any custom control button. Step through
complex show openings as easily as pressing Custom
Control buttons 1, 2, then 3.
Note:
The C10 does not support recording or running custom
controls from the control panel. Custom controls can be recorded
and run from the Custom Control node in DashBoard.
Device Control
The switcher can control a number of external devices,
such as video servers and robotic cameras. For a complete
list of supported devices, and information on how to set
up and control these devices, visit the Ross Video website
(
rossvideo.com/production-switchers/carbonite/interface-list
OverDrive
®
Caprica Support
Carbonite can be controlled from OverDrive
®
using the
Caprica interface. This interface allows OverDrive
®
to
perform memory recalls, most transitions (MediaWipe
is not supported directly), and run custom controls on
the switcher. For information on setting up Caprica to
interface with the switcher, refer to the documentation
that came with your Caprica server.
Carbonite must be in a 2.5 ME mode to be controlled by
Caprica.
DVE (Fly Key)
The advanced 2D DVE comes standard with each
switcher, and can be used for performing over the
shoulder, or picture in picture shots. This allows all key
types to be zoomed, cropped, and repositioned
horizontally and vertically to create the look you want,
or you can use one of the useful pre-built 2D effects to
perform 2D background transitions.
The Ca and Carbonite MultiMedia frames have
eight channels of DVE, or 4 channels in a 3G MiniME
™
or 3G 2.5 ME switcher mode. The Carbonite and
Carbonite eXtreme frames can select between 8 channels
of DVE and no FSFC resources, or 4 channels of DVE
and 6 FSFC resources.
Effects Dissolve
The Effects Dissolve feature allows you to interpolate
from one memory to another using a memory recall. The
switcher will interpolate from the starting memory to the
destination memory, creating a smooth, two key frame
effect.
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• Features — Carbonite Operation Manual (v10.1)
