Installation guide

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The Synergy 2 can be ordered with up to two Squeeze & Tease WARP options - putting a
DVE into every keyer. This incorporates the power of up to four DVEs into the switcher.
Squeeze & Tease is an extremely popular option that is sold with almost every Ross digital
switcher. It is available for all MLEs including the DSK area. The “x” in Ross’ part number
refers to the MLE into which it should be factory installed (i.e. S2-242 refers to MLE 2). It
is a very simple matter to later move this option to another MLE if you change your mind.
Note that any combination of Squeeze & Tease card types (2D, 3D, and Warp) can be
installed in Synergy simultaneously.
Fly ANY kind of key! Pressing the FLY KEY button easily activates Squeeze & Tease
WARP allowing you to transform self keys, linear keys, and chroma keys. You are
automatically taken into a comprehensive and intuitive user menu, where you can set up
your desired effects. If you prefer, the 3-axis joystick can also be used to adjust your key’s
parameters.
Still Stores and Frame Stores
The on board, dual channel, 32MB (30 – 512 frames, dependant upon image size) still store
allows you to capture graphics or stills and have them available in S&T at a moment’s notice.
All images load in 1/15 of a second or less! The on-board still store allows you to quickly
grab a full frame or just a small region like a CG “lower third” or a “bug”, extending your
storage capability. All images are stored as frames but can be displayed in field mode if the
capture involves a moving object. Up to 4 channels of still store are available on a Synergy 2.
When capturing images, you can also hold 2 images in the quick and simple frame store, OR
you can name them and store them into non-volatile “flash” memory to be used again and
again.
Preprocessor Effects
Preprocessor effects include wide range defocus with separate H and V controls, mosaic,
posterization, colorization, and a strobe effect that allows you to vary the number of on and
off frames to provide enhanced creative possibilities. All preprocessor effects are available
simultaneously and can be combined in any combination.
Planar Transforms with Lighting
Squeeze & Tease WARP has dedicated circuitry incorporating 10-bit processing, superb
filtering, and full sub-pixel resolution to manipulate 2D images in 3D space with crystal clear
quality.
Planar transforms include squeeze or zoom, crop, reposition, aspect, and rotate. These
effects can be applied to images and keys.
All images and keys can also have realistic natural lighting applied to them. Squeeze & Tease
WARP makes it easy with “quick presets”, a positionable light source, and powerful ambient
and min/max lighting controls.
Advanced Picture Frame Generator
Squeeze & Tease WARP can add a picture frame to border over the shoulder boxes. This
variable width border perfectly tracks all image resizing and special effects. The picture
frame generator instantly adds a polished, professional look to your squeeze backs.