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Chapter 6 Output Options
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Selecting Sync for HD Formats
Most HD formats allow you to use either black burst or tri-level as a sync
source. One exception is 1080p/23.976; you cannot use reference for
1080p/23.976. Select the type of sync generator according to the following
table.
Using LTC Timecode for Output
Your Avid system supports LTC (longitudinal or linear timecode) output. The
LTC OUT connector on the Adrenaline DNA provides SMPTE or EBU
timecode you can use as a sync source for decks with built-in synchronizers or
to stripe a destination tape. You can also use LTC to record non-drop-frame
timecode for downstream encoding. See “Selecting the Timecode Format for
Output” on page 268.
Calibrating for Video Output
You can calibrate for video output by using the factory preset buttons or by
performing a basic video calibration:
Calibrating for video output, using the factory preset buttons: You
should use the factory preset buttons if you do not have an external
Waveform monitor or if your site engineers calibrate the system as a
general maintenance procedure.
Performing basic video calibration: All users can follow the steps for
calibrating video output, as described in “Basic Video Output Calibration”
on page 243.
Output Sync Options
Project Format
Sync Source 1080i/59.94 720p/59.94 1080p/23.976 1080p/25 1080i/50
Tri-Level frame rate
setting
1080i/59.94 720p/59.94 1080Psf/23.976 1080P/25 1080i/50
Black burst NTSC NTSC PAL PAL