Blackmagicdesign Teranex 2D Processor Instruction Manual

Installation and Operation ManualTeranex ProcessorsWindows™August 2014Mac OS X™

Conversion Workflows10Down ConversionDown Conversion allows you to convert your video to a lower resolution. For example, you may need to distribute a

Conversion Workflows11Cross ConversionCross Conversion allows you to change the video resolution and/or aspect ratio of your program material. Cross co

Conversion Workflows12Standards ConversionStandards Conversion, also known as Frame Rate Conversion, is the process of converting one video frame rate

Conversion Workflows13Up Conversion to Ultra HD using Teranex ExpressThe Teranex Express model supports up conversion to Ultra HD and down conversion f

Conversion Workflows14Cadence RemovalCadence Removal involves the removal of the 3:2 pulldown sequence. 3:2 pulldown is applied when a telecine transfe

Conversion Workflows15PresetsUse the six Preset buttons to save and recall your conversion settings.To SAVE a preset:HOLD the desired preset button for

Teranex Processor Settings16INOUTSDIVIDEOVIDEOHDMIANLGAUDIOAUDIOEMBEDAESANLGFORMATFORMAT4867202K10805761080FRAMEFRAMEPIPSFMENUMENUHOMEMENU1MENU2REMLOC

Teranex Processor Settings17ClipTo adjust luminance and chrominance clipping on your output video, go to Main Menu>Video>Clip. Adjust high and l

Teranex Processor Settings18Aspect FillTo define the color of the bars used in pillarbox and letterbox aspect ratios, adjust the Luminance, and Cb and

Teranex Processor Settings19Analog Output Video Setup MenuIn the Teranex 2D and 3D Processors, this menu lets you set the analog video output type. 

WelcomeWelcomeThank you for purchasing a Blackmagic Design Teranex converter for your facility.The Teranex converter you have purchased is an amazing

Teranex Processor Settings20Test Patterns MenuThe internal test signal generator provides a Blackburst output and test patterns. You can add audio tes

Teranex Processor Settings21Scene DetectScene change detection minimizes field blending between cuts for a cleaner looking output. This prevents field

Teranex Processor Settings22Audio Menu SettingsThe Audio menu permits mapping of input audio channels, offers control of audio gain and delay and prov

Teranex Processor Settings23Audio GainThe Audio Gain control allows you to vary the output from -32 to +16 dB in 0.1 dB increments. Turn the knob to a

Teranex Processor Settings24Audio Setup Menu The Audio Setup menu in the Teranex 2D and 3D Processors includes analog audio input reference level adju

Teranex Processor Settings25When a Dolby Digital or Dolby E encoder is installed in the Teranex 3D, two additional selections will appear in the Audio

Teranex Processor Settings26Dolby Metadata Dolby Metadata describes the encoded audio and conveys information to control downstream equipment. Metadat

Teranex Processor Settings27Metadata Parameter Stereo 5.1Room Type Not Indicated Not IndicatedCopyright Bit Yes YesOriginal Bitstream Yes YesExtended

Teranex Processor Settings28Noise Reduction Menu SettingsThe Noise Reduction algorithm in the Teranex 2D and 3D Processors looks at each pixel in an i

Teranex Processor Settings29Ancillary Data Menu SettingsThe Ancillary Data menu provides access to Closed Caption, Timecode and Video Index features.C

ContentsTeranex Processors5 Getting StartedIntroducing Teranex 5Connecting Teranex 6Setting your Input 6Setting your Output 6Applying Settings us

Teranex Processor Settings30Analog In LineAnalog In Line identifies the line on which closed caption information is located in the incoming video. Thi

Teranex Processor Settings31Service 2 LanguageService 2 Language is used to select the language for that Service in CEA-708 closed captions.  The lan

Teranex Processor Settings32Input Regen The Input Regen mode synchronizes the input timecode to the output timecode and is often used when performi

Teranex Processor Settings33Jam Sync The Jam Sync mode is similar to the Generate mode. However, when you press the “Start” button, Jam Sync mode a

Teranex Processor Settings34Video Index MenuThe Video Index menu enables or disables reaction to video indexing signals that may be embedded in your s

Teranex Processor Settings35System Setup Menu SettingsThe System Setup menu provides access to Ethernet and Factory Reset menus.Ethernet Setup MenuThe

Teranex Processor Settings36DHCP MenuThe DHCP menu enables or disables the assignment of an IP address to the chassis using Dynamic Host Configuration

Teranex Processor Settings37Reference Signal Compatibility Chart:Output Format and Frame Rate Reference Signal480i59.94 Blackburst 59.94576i50 Blackbu

Teranex Processor Settings38Reference Signal Compatibility Chart:If External reference is selected and a valid reference signal is detected, the REF S

Teranex Processor Settings393D Menu SettingsThe 3D menu is available only in the Teranex 3D Processor model. This menu enables the dual internal proce

ContentsTeranex Processors46 Capture and PlaybackUsing your Favorite Editing Software 46DaVinci Resolve 47Avid Media Composer 48Apple Final Cut Pr

Teranex Processor Settings40InputThe 3D Input menu allows you to define the input formatting of your 3D source.  Full Frame – Full resolution inputs

Teranex Processor Settings41IntensityThe Intensity selection will not be available until 2D to 3D has been selected in the 3D Mode menu. The Intensit

Teranex Processor Settings42Rotation MenuThe Rotation Menu of the Camera Align application permits axial rotation adjustment of the image along the X,

Teranex Processor Settings43Toe-In Adjustment - Y AxisThe Toe-in Y adjustment provides image rotation on the Y axis.  The range of adjustment on the

Teranex Processor Settings44Zoom MenuThe Camera Align Zoom menu permits you to zoom the left and right images in the horizontal and vertical direction

Teranex Processor Settings45Video Formats SupportedThe 2D to 3D feature supports SD and HD inputs, and converts to an HD output. The 3D Convert and 3D

Capture and Playback46Using your Favorite Editing SoftwareWhen your Teranex 2D or 3D Processor is connected to a computer with Thunderbolt technology

Capture and Playback47DaVinci ResolveSelect your desired format from the "Video capture and playback" menu.DaVinci ResolveYou can use DaVinc

Capture and Playback48Avid Media ComposerAvid Media Composer captures and plays back standard definition and high definition video and audio with Tera

Capture and Playback49Apple Final Cut Pro 7“Easy Setups” for Final Cut Pro 7 are automatically installed if Final Cut Pro is installed before the Desk

Getting Started5Getting StartedTeranex 3D ProcessorTeranex ExpressTeranex 2D ProcessorIntroducing TeranexTeranex is a powerful and easy to use video s

Capture and Playback50Final Cut Pro XApple Final Cut Pro XIf you want to use Final Cut Pro X to play back video on an external video monitor or TV, yo

Capture and Playback51Adobe® Premiere Pro® CCFor this example, the converted output from the Teranex will be 1080i50 and we will be capturing from a n

Capture and Playback52After Effects CC (2014)“Output Module Settings” rendering options“Video Preview” preferencesAdobe® After Effects® CCHow to use B

Capture and Playback53Adobe® Photoshop® CCHow to grab and output video framesImport an image into PhotoshopStep 1. From Photoshop select File > Im

Waveform Monitoring54Using Blackmagic UltraScope for Waveform MonitoringWith the Teranex 2D and 3D Processors, you get the incredible features of Blac

Waveform Monitoring55Blackmagic UltraScope DisplaysBlackmagic UltraScope software is a great tool for maintaining accurate broadcast legal video and a

Waveform Monitoring56Vectorscope DisplayThe Vectorscope is useful for monitoring the color balance and saturation of your Teranex’s converted video ou

Waveform Monitoring57Error Logging DisplayError Logging records errors in video and audio and is indispensable for unattended operation, such as durin

Format Conversion Table - Teranex 2D and 3D58Output Input486i59.94 480i59.94576i50720p50720 p59.941080p23.981080PsF23.981080p241080PsF241080p251080PsF

Format Conversion Table - Teranex 2D and 3D59Output Input1080p23.98 480i59.94576i50720p50720 p59.941080p23.981080PsF23.981080p241080PsF241080p251080Ps

Getting Started6Connecting TeranexGetting started with Teranex is as easy as plugging in power, plugging in your video inputs and connecting your outp

Format Conversion Table - Teranex 2D and 3D60Output Input1080p25 48 0i59.94576i50720p50720 p59.941080p23.981080PsF23.981080p241080PsF241080p251080PsF2

Format Conversion Table - Teranex 2D and 3D61Output Input1080i50 480i59.94576i50720p50720 p59.941080p23.981080PsF23.981080p241080PsF241080p251080PsF25

Format Conversion Table - Teranex 2D and 3D62Output Input2k1080p23.98 48 0i59.94576i50720p50720 p59.941080p23.981080PsF23.981080p241080PsF241080p25108

Format Conversion Table - Teranex Express63Output Input480i59.94 480i59.94720 p59.941080p59.941080i59.941080p29.971080PsF29.97UHD 2160p29.97UHD 2160p5

Format Conversion Table - Teranex Express64Output Input1080i59.94 48 0i59.94720 p59.941080p59.941080i59.941080p29.971080PsF29.97UHD 2160p29.97UHD 2160

Aspect Ratio Conversion Table65Up Conversion Input 4:3 Output 16:9PBOX (Pillarbox) Displays a 4:3 SD image inside an HD 16:9 frame. Black bars feature

Aspect Ratio Conversion Table66Down Conversion Input 16:9 Output 4:3LBOX (Letterbox) Scales the entire 16:9 HD image into a 4:3 SD frame leaving black

Installing Blackmagic Teranex Software67Installing Blackmagic Teranex Software on Mac OS XThe Teranex installer ensures your computer has all the driv

Installing Blackmagic Teranex Software68Installing Blackmagic Teranex Software on WindowsStep 1. Ensure you have the very latest driver. Visit www.bl

Installing Optional Blackmagic Dolby® Encoder/Decoder69Installing the optional Blackmagic Dolby Encoder or Decoder Module in your Teranex 3D Processor

Getting Started7Applying Settings using the Control PanelUse the control panel LCD, soft menu buttons and rotary knob to navigate through the menus an

Installing Optional Blackmagic Fiber Optic SFP70Installing the optional Blackmagic Fiber Optic SFP in your Teranex Express ProcessorWARNINGPrecautions

Developer Information71Developing custom software using Blackmagic Design hardwareThe DeckLink SDK is available to developers who wish to programmatic

Help72Getting HelpThe fastest way to obtain help is to go to the Blackmagic Design online support pages and check the latest support material availabl

Warnings73Caution: Risk of Electric ShockOn the Teranex Processor enclosure you will see a yellow warning label marked ‘Caution: Risk of Electric Shoc

74Warranty12 Month Limited WarrantyBlackmagic Design warrants that the Teranex family products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship

Getting Started8Using Your Teranex Converter

Conversion Workflows9Up ConversionUp Conversion is the process of converting your video to a higher resolution. For example, you may need to insert an