Ensemble Designs BrightEye 57 3G/HD/SD/Analog Test Signal and Sync Pulse Generator - Manual (Page 5)

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TM BrightEye 57 3G/HD/SD/Analog Test Signal and Sync Pulse Generator User Guide
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Product Overview
Sync Generator and Test Signal Generator
The BrightEye 57 is a genlockable sync generator and test signal generator that can be used as either
a slave or master reference generator. It can lock to house reference or it can lock to its own internal
precision standard. BrightEye 57 is well suited for remote trucks, post, helicopters and fly packs.
3G Support
The BrightEye 57’s 3G test signals are useful for facilities that are installing 3 Gb/s routers and signal
distribution. At twice the bit rate as HD SDI, 3G can transmit 1080p (50 or 59.94) and 4:4:4 RGB signals
on a single cable. BrightEye 57 is compliant with SMPTE 424M and 425M and has support for both
Level A and Level B. 3G Level A is used for uncompressed 1080p 50/60 signals, useful in broadcast and
satellite. 3G Level B is used for uncompressed 1080i 4:4:4 and is useful in post production.
3G Signal Chain Options
For facilities and manufacturers using 3 Gb/s video, BrightEye units can be combined to form a
complete 3G signal chain. The BrightEye 57 test signal generator’s 3G output can be distributed
through the BrightEye 43 3G distribution amplifier or the BrightEye 46 and BrightEye 48 E/O 3G fiber
optical transmitter/receiver set. The BrightEye 72 provides a convenient way to monitor 3G signals
with analog and HDMI outputs.
Outputs
The SDI Outputs 1 and 2 provide 1.5 Gb/s HD, 3 Gb/s HD or SD SDI test signals or black with embedded
audio. There are also outputs for Composite, Tri Level Sync and AES digital audio. There are three user-
programmable outputs that are selectable between AES, LTC, Word clock or 6 Hz Pulse. Analog audio
and AES outputs provide tone or silence.
The SDI and analog composite outputs provide simultaneously available signals including Color Black,
Bars, Crosshatch, Multi-burst, and SDI Checkfield (Pathogenic). The Cyclops feature adds a motion
element to the selected video test signal. An ID slate with user-programmable text can overlay the test
pattern.
Customizable Test Patterns
In addition to the standard suite of test patterns, users can create custom test patterns on a computer.
Transfer test patterns to the included Secure Digital flash memory card and then insert the memory
card into the front of the BrightEye 57. Test patterns can include motion and an associated audio clip
such as voice-over or station ID.
Note: Use Ensemble Design’s Pattern Generator software application when creating
custom test patterns for the BrightEye 57. Please see the BrightEye Support page for
the link to download this software. See also the Pattern Generator User Guide.
Adjustments and Controls
Many controls can be adjusted through the intuitive front panel. BrightEye Mac and BrightEye PC
software (version 2.1.2 or later) provide a complete user interface for all adjustments and controls.