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22/10/2001

EYEHEIGHT INTRODUCE SQ-1000

A COST-optimised version of Eyeheight's widely acclaimed SQ-1000 digital aspect ratio is now available.
Like its predecessor (which remains in production), the SQ-500 allows 4:3 pictures to be converted quickly and inexpensively to and from 16:9, 15:9 and 14:9 letterbox, 4:3 full frame and 2.35 or 1.85 anamorphic formats. A flexible zoom mode allows source video to be compressed and expanded horizontally and vertically to cater for unusual applications. Digital noise reduction is included, allowing the SQ-500 to feed direct to MPEG encoders.
The SQ-500 incorporates 525/625 auto sensing and uses field-based processing with horizontal/vertical filters of 33 pixels/lines. It is transparent to all horizontal and vertical auxiliary information, including vertical interval with embedded audio and auxiliary data. Pictures are variably blanked on the left and right hand edges. Operational horizontal and vertical movement of the converted picture is possible from the front panel or remotely along with horizontal and vertical aperture correction (sharpness). PAL/NTSC video and analogue audio outputs are included as standard, with digital to analogue conversion of AES input plus RGB/YUV and Y/C outputs available.
Four user memories and two assignable GPI inputs are provided for retention of custom settings. The SQ-500 passes ancillary data such as embedded audio and timecode. Two switchable AES/EBU delays synchronise audio to the processed video, eliminating the need for external audio delay devices. Other features include redundant power supplies and battery supported control settings. Up to two SQ-500 modules can be accommodated in a single 1 U UNI-Box under local or remote control.
Eyeheight Managing Director Martin Moore comments: "The rapid expansion in demand for aspect ratio conversion facilities has enabled us to offer a highly versatile unit at 25 per cent lower cost than the established SQ-1000. We anticipate heavy demand for the SQ-500. The SQ-1000 will remain the market leader for operators requiring a cost-efficient ARC with EDH re-insertion, vertical index facilities and relay bypass facilities."
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