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Analogue Aspect Ratio Converter - SHEM271
Features
- Composite / S-Video / Component / RGB switchable
- PAL / NTSC
- 4 modes of aspect ratio conversion
- LED indicators
Overview
SHEM - Aspect Ratio Converter for monitoring and duplication systems
The SHEM Monitoring Aspect Ratio Converter is designed for use anywhere that production takes place in widescreen. The SHEM solves difficulties when displaying on conventional 4:3 monitors are squeezed and people appear tall and thin and also the opposite problem of showing 4:3 images on widescreen monitors where images appear stretched.
The SHEM has found its place in duplication areas, especially in the production of client copies of widescreen productions.
The SHEM takes Composite In and provides Composite Out plus RGB Out or Component Out or S-Video + another Composite Out (switchable). Conversion modes may be selected using the step switch on the side of the unit. LED indicators show the presence of video input and that aspect ratio conversion is selected.
The 4 standard modes are available:
- Mode 1 - Centre Cut
- Mode 2 - Letterbox
- Mode 3 - Middle Cut
- Mode 4 - Pillarbox
- Mode 5 - Mirror
- Mode 6 - Colour bars
Specifications
Inputs | Composite |
Outputs | Composite + RGB or Component or S-Video + Composite |
Indicators | Input detected LED, Aspect Ratio Conversion (ARC) operating LED |
Output video format selection | External switch |
ARC Mode Selection | Step through switch |
Connections | 75 Ohm BNC (1x In, 1 + 3 Out) |
Power | Plug-top 7.5V DC |
Dimensions | 109x160x27mm including connectors and switches |
Weight | 250g excluding plug-top power supply |