Specifications

3 DEVICE SUMMARY

3.1 Device Capabilities

All units are PC to video down-converters and feature a single video processing

and scaling engine, with the VP-704XL also featuring video mixing, keying, Genlock

source and fader capabilities.

These functions allow the flexibility for handling a wide range of inputs and outputs

(both PAL and NTSC), depending on the unit used.

All units are at one in the home and broadcast & display environments. They offer a

range of high-level image processing functions – with each model designed to fulfill

a particular need.

The following is a summary of the main types of product available as marked on the

front of each unit:

VP-701XL & VP-703XL Down Converters

Down converting an image is when a computer PC or HD input is inputted to the

unit. The input signal is then converted into a suitable signal which can then be

displayed for use on a video screen or television, such as composite video. Both of

these units are identical in operation, except that the VP-703XL is in a 1U rack-

mount case with a built-in power supply, and can be controlled via the RS232 port.

VP-704XL Down Converter with Overlay

This unit has all the features of a Down Converter, but it also has the added facility

to superimpose the inputted computer image on top of an existing video signal.

This is achieved with the unit’s inbuilt facilities such as Keying, Picture in Picture

(PIP), and Fading. This unit is also in a rack-mount case with built-in power supply.

3.2 Device Features

Simple Control

The unit can be controlled from the front panel using the transparent (soft) keys on

the front of the unit or from an infra-red remote control

Upgradeability

All units benefit from firmware upgradeability, thus reducing product obsolescence

by allowing the installation of the latest version of firmware.