FOLSOM ImagePro-HD User manual

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ImagePROTM
The Folsom ImagePROTM is a powerful all-in-one signal processor that accepts a wide
range of video input signals and process them into a number of different signal formats
to meet the video requirements of virtually any application. Incorporating Folsom’s
AthenaTMproprietary high performance image processing technology, the ImagePRO
is available in three models; ImagePRO, ImagePRO-SDI and our fully loaded model
ImagePRO-HD.
All units are high performance video scalers, scan converters, switchers and
transcoders in one. The ImagePRO is the ideal solution for converting RGB, HDTV, com-
ponent, s-video, composite (NTSC, PAL and SECAM), DVI, SDI and HD/SDI into a user-
selectable video format. ImagePRO supports a wide variety of analog and digital output
formats including broadcast and VESA standards along with many native plasma formats.
ImagePRO users may also create custom output formats to support unique display
requirements.
The ImagePROTM line has an advantaged feature set that includes: universal inputs,
aspect ratio conversion, memory presets, test patterns, vertical lock (Genlock), picture
adjustments, motion adaptive de-interlacing, and 3:2 and 2:2 pulldown detection to
name a few.
Multi-format image processor line
.ImagePRO
.ImagePRO-SDI
.ImagePRO-HD
4:3 to 16:9 NTSC to HDSDI
NTSC to PAL HDSDI to PAL
HDSDI to SDI PAL to SDI
UXGA to NTSC SDI to VGA
HDSDI to NTSC NTSC to VGA
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All ImagePRO models have both an RS-232/485 and Ethernet
connection (with TCP/IP) for remote control.
ImagePRO includes all of the standard features, including:
• Three Universal inputs
• Four Video Inputs
• Aspect Ratio Conversion and adjustments
• 10-Bit Processing
• Ethernet Connection
In addition to HD/SDI In and Out, the ImagePRO-SDI features DVI In and
Out.
ImagePRO-HD includes all ImagePRO-SDI features, PLUS:
• HD/SDI input and output
• DVI-I connectors support both universal analog and DVI input
with loop-through on Input 1
• DVI-D output
In addition to 3 Universal Inputs, the ImagePRO-SDI has SDI video input
and output.
ImagePRO-SDI includes all ImagePRO features, PLUS:
• SDI input and output
• Upgradable to ImagePRO-HD feature set
• Motion adaptive de-interlacing for HDTV inputs
• Logo image capture and recall feature
• Dissolve to/from stored logo
The ImagePRO product line
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Electro-Luminescent Display
for easy display
of all menu items Menu Keys
Allows user control
of all menu functions,
including set-up
Easy Adjustment
of all set-up
parametersBacklit Input Selection
Buttons
Source Freeze
Freezes selected video source
Rack Mount
Hardware
Logo Store/Recall
SDI/HDSDI Source Select
S-Video Output
VGA/XVGA/UVGA
Output Genlock In/Through
Universal/DVI Input
Universal Input
Input 1 Loop
Universal Input Composite Video Output
RGB/Component/Composite
Video (HD or SD)
DVI Output
SDI Input
HD/SDI Input
SDI Output HD/SDI Output
Input 2 Loop
Input 3 Loop
RS-232/485 and Ethernet
Remote Control
Universal Input
The must have for your video toolbox
Features on this illustration are available on all ImagePRO models, unless noted as follows: Available on ImagePRO-SDI Available on ImagePRO-HD
Standard features
•Utilizes AthenaTM, Folsom’s new proprietary high performance
image processing technology
• Three universal inputs accept RGBHV/RGBS/RGsB computer
video, component video (SD or HDTV), s-video, or composite
video with loop-through
• Four video outputs; (2) RGB or component video, (1)
composite video, and (1) s-video
•User-defined aspect ratio conversion and adjustments
• Pan and zoom
•Freeze
•10-bit processing
•Motion Adaptive and Field to Frame de-interlacing modes
•3:2 pulldown detection for NTSC and 2:2 film detection for
PAL video sources
•Decodes NTSC, PAL and SECAM
•Ethernet for real-time control
• Encodes NTSC and PAL
•Genlock, H/V Lock and VLock
•Executive mode: protects system configuration settings
during use
•64 independent memory presets
•Backed by three-year warranty
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Technology brief
New Folsom AthenaTMScaler
AthenaTM is a proprietary, high performance image processing
technology designed and developed by Folsom Research. The
scaler has been designed from the ground up to provide the
highest possible image quality while minimizing processing
delays. The architecture supports 1:1 video sampling and
processes video at 10-bits per color channel to maintain image
fidelity. Proprietary horizontal and vertical filtering techniques
are used to provide crisp, clean images to support both upcon-
version and downconversion operations. The AthenaTMscaler
also supports special functions such as continuous real-time
pan and zoom operations, a wide variety of frame locking
options (to eliminate motion artifacts) and adjustable filtering
modes.
Motion Adaptive De-Interlacing
Folsom's Motion Adaptive De-Interlacing technology optimizes
image quality when interlaced images (such as standard NTSC
and PAL images) are processed. Image content is analyzed
over multiple input fields and filter coefficients are dynamically
changed to provide crisp, clean output images without de-
interlacing artifacts.
3:2 and 2:2 Pull-down Detection
ImagePRO automatically detects whether NTSC or PAL input
source material is derived from film or standard video compo-
nents such as cameras. When film-based source material is
detected, a 3:2 pull-down algorithm is activated for NTSC inputs.
Similarly, a 2:2 pull-down algorithm is activated if film-based
material is input in PAL format. The 3:2 and 2:2 pull-down
algorithms insure that frame integrity is maintained during
intermediate image processing stages to prevent artifacts and
preserve image detail and sharpness.
Aspect Ratio Conversion and Control
Wide-screen formats are becoming increasingly popular. It is
often necessary to convert video between formats with diffe-
rent inherent aspect ratios. For example, wide-screen material
shot in 16:9 format is often converted for display on a standard
television screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio. ImagePRO supports
conversion between image formats in all common aspect
ratios. In addition, user control of custom aspect ratios is pro-
vided.
About Folsom Research
Folsom Research, Inc., has been designing and marketing
specialized down converter and image processing products
since 1979. These products are used in rental and staging,
broadcast, presentation, medical, radar, government, and mi-
litary applications. We are continually expanding our product
lines to meet the needs of our customers.
More Information
Folsom Research, USA
Tel. [phone] or toll-free [phone]
Fax [phone] - e-mail to [e-mail]
Folsom Research, Europe
Tel. [phone] - Fax [phone]
e-mail to [e-mail]
Visit our web site at www.folsom.com
Pan and Zoom
ImagePRO supports flexible pan and zoom operations. The Pan
and Zoom controls can be used to see very fine detail in an
area of interest of the input image or to compress an input
image to form a very small output window.
Genlock/Vertical Lock
True blackburst genlock capability with SCH-phase adjustment
is provided for the broadcast quality NTSC and PAL output. All
output formats including HDTV, may be vertically locked to the
blackburst signal.
HV Lock capability is provided to allow the output to be locked
to externally applied high resolution sync signals.
When a non-broadcast output is selected, the Vertical Lock fea-
ture can be enabled to lock the output frame rate to the input
frame rate or an externally supplied vertical sync. Vertical locking
eliminates frame rate conversion problems that would otherwise
result in motion artifacts or allows multiple units to have their
outputs timed together.
Memory Presets
ImagePRO has 64 independent memory presets. The memories
save sizing, centering, detail, contrast, and brightness informa-
tion.
Enhanced Digital Processing
10-Bit processing provides improved signal-to-noise ratio and
preserves dynamic range to improve image fidelity. This is
especially apparent in dark regions and areas of smooth,
slightly varying tonal values.
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ImagePRO - HD connectivity diagram
Serial Control
(RS-232 / Ethernet)
VIDEO OUTPUTS
Betacam VTR
NTSC/PAL
PC/Mac
(XVGA/DVI)
Video
Projector
NTSC/Pal
Monitor
HD OUTPUTS
HD MonitorHD Recorder
Plasma
Display
VIDEO INPUTSVIDEO INPUTS
HD Player HD Camera
HD INPUTS
DVD Player
NTSC/Pal
Betacam VTR
NTSC/Pal/SDI
Camera
NTSC/Pal/SDI
PC
(VGA/XVGA)
PC/Mac
(DVI)
System applications
NTSC/PAL Monitor VGA/XVGA
Video Projector
Other Output
Applications
NTSC/PAL/HD VTR
• LED Wall Processing • Down Converter
• 24 Frame Per Second Playback • Up Converter
• Tiled display • Seamless Switcher
• Transcoder • Frame Synchronizer
• Scaler • SDTV to HDTV Scaler
• NTSC/PAL Decoder • Multi-Format Synchronizer
• NTSC/PAL Encoder • Signal Processor
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ImagePRO specifications
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VIDEO INPUT
Inputs (3) on ImagePRO
(4) on ImagePRO with SDI and ImagePRO-HD
Universal Inputs (3) high bandwidth video channels support RGBHV/RGBS/RGsB computer video,
component video (SD or HDTV), S-video, or Composite video
Connectors Input 1 and 2 on 15-pin HD connectors with buffered loop-through
Input 3 on five BNC connectors with buffered loop-through
Digital Video Input (1) SDI input on ImagePRO-SDI model, or SDI/HDSDI input on ImagePRO-HD
Connectors BNC
Digital Video (DVI) Input (1) Input 1 on DVI-I connector supports both universal analog and DVI input
with loop-through
Input Resolution Range VGA (640x480), SVGA(800x600), XGA(1024x768), SXGA(1280x1204),
UXGA(1600x1200), HDTV 480p, 720p, 1080p, 1080i, 875 RS-343, 525 RS-170
Standard Resolution Video Input NTSC, PAL or SECAM
Horizontal Frequency 15 kHz to 120 kHz
Vertical Frequency 25 Hz to 120 Hz
Input Termination 75 Ohm
Input Sync Sync-on-Video, Separate C or H/V
External Sync (Genlock) Input Blackburst, Computer H/V Sync or C-sync
Connectors BNC
VIDEO OUTPUT
Outputs (4) on ImagePRO
(5) on ImagePRO-SDI
(6) on ImagePRO-HD
RGB or component video (SD or HDTV) on HD-15
RGB or component video (SD or HDTV) or composite video on five BNC
Composite video on BNC
S-video on 4-pin mini-DIN connector
SDI on BNC, ImagePRO with SDI and ImagePRO-HD models only,
or SDI/HDSDI on ImagePRO-HD
DVI output on DVI-D connector on ImagePRO-HD model only
Standard resolution video output NTSC, PAL
High resolution output supported VGA (640x480), SVGA(800x600), XGA(1024x768), SXGA(1280x1204),
UXGA(1600x1200)
For Plasma Displays 1280x768, 1365x768, 1365x1024. HDTV 480p, 720p, 1080p,
1080i. 875 RS-343, 525 RS-170
User definable video output formats supported
Sync RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, TTL level, Polarity selectable, HDTV Tri-level Sync supported
75 ohm Output Impedance
OTHER
Remote Control Ethernet connection (with TCP/IP) or RS-232 serial port for real-time control
Physical Height:1.5"; Width: 17" (43.2 cm) or 19" (48.3 cm) with rack-mount option;
Depth: 13"; Weight: 9lbs.; Shipping Weight: 13 lbs
Input Power 100-240 VAC, 47-63 Hz
Environmental Temperature: 0-40 degrees C; Humidity: 0-95% noncondensing
Warranty All video products are designed and tested to the highest quality standards and
are backed by a full three-year parts and labor warranty.
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