Setting Up Video Hardware
Topics in this chapter:
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Video Hardware Components on page 21
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Connecting Video Components on page 22
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Setting Up VTR Emulation on page 23
Video Hardware Components
This chapter explains how to set up video I/O for your workstation.
The following components are included in your shipment:
Nvidia Quadro FX 5800 graphics adapter The Nvidia Quadro FX 5800 graphics adapter drives the LCD
monitor directly, and a broadcast monitor via the Nvidia Quadro SDI Output adapter.
Nvidia Quadro SDI Output adapter The Nvidia Quadro SDI Output adapter supplies 2K, HD, or SD video
output to a broadcast monitor, VTR, or SDI projector. The card features a BNC genlock connector that
connects to your facility’s sync generator.
AJA OEM-2K adapter and breakout box The AJA OEM-2K adapter provides video and audio I/O, and VTR
control. The adapter connects to the breakout box, and handles SD (NTSC, PAL), and HD at a depth of 8
and 10 bits.
LCD graphics monitor The graphics monitor features a wide screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio, and a maximum
resolution of 1920x1200.
AJA HD5DA video distribution amplifier The AJA distribution amplifier receives its signal from the Nvidia
SDI Output adapter and drives a VTR and broadcast monitor. The distribution amplifier is also necessary in
order to use the Real-Time Deliverables feature.
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