PXD510E series  "PIX/2 DSP" Advanced Split Screen and Fade Controller
Applications
  • Medical and Criminal Forensics
  • Industrial Comparison
  • Machine Tool Alignment
  • Pathological and Oncological Medicine
  • Video Conferencing
  • Advanced Security
  • Liability Monitoring
  • Industrial Monitors
  • Quality Control
  • Courtroom Video

Features

  • Does NOT require Genlock cameras!
  • Selectable Border/Divider Line
  • Center Split Modes- see graphic below
  • Use almost any video source including camcorders and consumer VCRs.
  • Includes two full frame time base correctors.
  • Digital Signal Processing (DSP) assures accurate and repeatable performance.
  • Composite and S-Video inputs (each, both channels).
  • Composite and S-Video outputs.
  • Split screen - fully adjustable horizontal or vertical
  • Fader - mixes two video images with adjustable fade.
  • Difference mode subtracts one input from the other.
  • Either camera can be selected for full screen display.
  • Enhanced RS232 Control capability included standard
  • Multi-line comb filter for high quality composite NTSC video.
  • NTSC or PAL video system compatible
  • Will operate from +12 VDC, universal power adapter included
  • Board level units available
  • RoHS units optionally available.
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PXD510 Front Panel View


PXD510E Rear Panel View

Operational Modes
Split and Fade modes
Difference Mode

"A" is a different color in each image.
"C" is identical in each image.
"E" is the same color but moved slightly in second image.
The backgrounds are the same color.

 
Center Split Modes:
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In the past, the only solution to displaying two images side by side have been to use Genlock capable cameras or expensive frame synchronizers. Now MicroImage Video Systems has incorporated two high performance, full frame synchronizers (time base correctors) into an advanced split screen and fade controller. The result is that virtually any two video sources can be mixed or placed side by side on the same screen. It is compatible with most cameras, VCRs, camcorders and other products that generate video.

Operational modes include horizontal or vertical split screen, fade and difference. In Split mode, the two images can be split on the screen showing a portion of each image, either side by side or top and bottom. Fade mode will mix the two video sources together as an overlay. Difference mode is similar to fade except that it shows only the difference between the two video signals. A rotary control adjusts the position of the split screen and the amount of fade or difference. The Exchange button reverses the camera display positions (i.e. B camera on left or top). In addition, the B input video memory can be frozen by pressing the Freeze button. All settings are remembered when power is removed.

Center Split Mode is a feature in these units that will display the center half of each camera image either side by side or top and bottom. The split position is not adjustable in this mode. A rear panel DIP switch enables this mode of operation.

A border line can be generated at the split point which makes it easier to discern the two separate images. The border size can be set to 0 (off), 1, 2 or 3 pixel widths and can be set to one of eight colors (gray, yellow, cyan, green, magenta, red, blue or black). This is now a standard feature on all units. For compatibility, units are shipped with this feature turned off. The operation manual explains how to enable it and set the size and color.

Two simultaneously displayed images allow precision comparisons that are necessary in Forensics, Bio-Medical and industrial production. Two camera, side-by-side comparisons can now be made with an ease never before possible. In pathological or oncological situations, tissue samples can be quickly compared.

Forensic medicine and criminal forensics are areas where side-by-side or overlay comparisons are of the utmost importance. Items such as tissue and blood cells, ballistic samples and fibers can all be displayed for comparison on a video monitor. Since the PXD510E is fully compatible with most video printers and frame grabbers, a permanent copy can be made or a video projector can be used to display the findings to an audience, such as in a courtroom.

The PXD510E uses state-of-the-art, high performance digital signal processing (DSP) to maintain the highest quality video signals. This assures consistent matching between the the two video sources. Either video input can be from composite video, S-Video or a B&W video signal. The PXD510 will always produce both composite and S-Video regardless of input signal type.

The PXD510E family of products work with a variety of cameras. Each unit provides the proper signals and connectors to work correctly with the intended camera type. The PXD510E will work with almost any two cameras (or other video sources) that have a composite or S-Video output signal and meet the NTSC or PAL standard. Genlock is NOT required.

The standard RS232 control allows the PXD510E to be controlled by a computer or other device or from a remote location. The RS232 control also allows access to the units internal SMPTE style color bar generator and other advanced options. See the protocol definition manual for additional information.

A Rack mounting kit is available as an option.

Power is provided by a universal desktop power supply (included) or it can be operated from +12VDC (negative ground). The unit is packaged in a durable metal enclosure with plastic end bezels. The PXD510E has a one year parts and labor warranty.

Board Level, OEM and Custom products are also available.   Please contact MicroImage Engineering for additional information.

Images

Bullet comparison
Bullet comparison

Fiber comparison
Two different fibers

Similar pieces of cloth
Two similar pieces of cloth

Disimilar pieces of cloth
Two dissimilar pieces of cloth

Foam samples
Two foam samples

  

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Additional Information
Overview

Split Screen and Video Comparison Products Overview

Specifications

PXD510E series Specifications

Printable Literature

PXD510E Literature (PDF)

Operation Manuals

PXD510E series Operation manual (PDF)
 PXD510E - RS232 Protocol Definitions V1.0 (PDF)

Application Notes

Application Note 3 - NTSC vs. PAL Video
Application Note 4 - Common Video Signal Standards
Application Note 10 - Choosing the best video sources for PIX/2 DSP systems
 

Ordering Information
PXD510E DSP Advanced Split Screen Controller
 Not RoHS Compliant
for NTSC or PAL, composite or S-Video signals
This is a standard item that is usually in stock		 $ 645.00 US
WEB PRICE		 Order
PXD510E-RoHS DSP Advanced Split Screen Controller
 RoHS Compliant (available Feb 2008) [Europe]
for NTSC or PAL, composite or S-Video signals
This is a standard item that is usually in stock		 $ 695.00 US
WEB PRICE		 Order
RK121 Rack Mount Frame
Holds 1 MicroImage PXD510 (1W sized) product		 $ 72.00 US
WEB PRICE		 Order
RK122 Rack Mount Frame
Holds 2 MicroImage PXD510 (1W sized) products		 $ 72.00 US
WEB PRICE		 Order
RK125 Blank Panel for RK122 Frame
Used to cover unused mounting area in RK122 frame		 $12.00 US
WEB PRICE		 Order
This product includes a universal power supply with USA plug and an operation manual.

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