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Synergy SD - Interface List

Below is a list of devices that interface with the Synergy 1 through 4 SD (software version 17.11a).
 
Note: Some manufacturers use unique protocols specific to their devices.  Others use industry standard protocols.  Most use industry standard protocols but fall short of full implementation, have added extensions to the standard, or deviate from the standard in significant ways.  Specific testing of the devices themselves and not just to a standard like "VDCP" is therefore required.
 
If the device is listed below, it has been fully tested at least once by Ross technical staff in our development lab or at a customer location.  Most have been retested regularly.  Many of the manufacturers listed below have units on indefinite loan in our lab - those are tested, and proven every major software release.
 
Manufacturers are adding new features all the time.  On occasion, this affects a control protocol in unanticipated ways.  If this happens without our knowledge, Ross Video will work towards correcting these changes in the next major switcher software release, if not sooner.
 
It is also possible that our switcher is compatible with many additional devices not listed here. If you have such a device, and would like to control it with your switcher, please contact Ross Video, as we are continuously adding new interfaces.

Note: Limited device control is also available on the Synergy 100 SD.

1. VTRs (Betacam Protocol)

  • JVC
  • Panasonic
  • Sony

2. Video Servers (VDCP/Louth Support)

  • 360 Systems ImageServer 2000 / MAXX
  • Abekas 6000
  • Avid AirSPACE
  • Avid AirSpeed
  • Bitcentral Precis
  • BUG.tv Playout Servers
  • EVS / XT / XS
  • GEEVS SD
  • GVG Profile / M Series
  • Harris (Leitch) VR / Nexio Series
  • Omneon Mediaport
  • Pinnacle MediaStream
  • Pinnacle Thunder / LT / MX
  • Pinnacle Vortex
  • Ross Video Softmetal Video Server
  • Spencer Technologies
  • Video Technics Apella

3. Audio Servers

  • 360 Systems DigiCart
  • 360 Systems DigiCart/E
  • Sony Mini DISC (MDS-B4P)

4. Audio Mixers

  • Yamaha 01V
  • Yamaha 01V96
  • Yamaha 02R96
  • Yamaha 02R96V2
  • Yamaha DM1000*
  • Yamaha DM2000
  • Yamaha M7CL
  • Yamaha PM5D

* Synergy 2, 3, 4 models only

5. DDRs (Betacam Protocol)

  • Doremi
  • Drastic Technologies
  • Fast Forward Video

6. GPI Control

  • Any device that supports GPI control, using active low or high signals, with level or edge triggers

7. Routers

  • Extron System 8/10 Plus (Does not support mnemonics)
  • GVG 7000 (Native) *
  • GVG Other (via Pro-Bel Protocol) *
  • Kondor Routing Systems by Codan *
  • Leitch Via32 (Native - Does not support mnemonics) *
  • NK Routing Systems by Codan (Does not support menmonics)
  • Nvision (NVCP NP0009-00D - Does not support mnemonics)
  • Nvision NV9000 (Native)
  • Pesa (Native) *
  • Philips Jupiter / Venus (ES-Bus) *
  • Pro-Bel (SW-P-08) *
  • Quartz (Pro-Bel protocol)
  • Sierra Yosemite (native) *
  • Trinix (via GVG 7000 protocol) *
  • Utah SC-4 (Native - Does not support mnemonics)
  • Other Utah Routers (Native and/or Pro-Bel protocols)

* Supports Salvo/Macro commands

8. DVEs (Native Protocols)

  • Abekkas/Accom DVEous
  • GVG DPM 100 and compatible*
  • GVG DPM 700
  • Pinnacle Alladin Pro
  • Pinnacle DVExcel
  • Pinnacle DVExtreme
  • Questech Charisma
  • Snell and Wilcox Magic Dave

* all DVEs above have fader handle control except DPM 100

9. Editor Serial Protocols

  • GVG 100/110
  • GVG 200
  • GVG 4000

10. Robotic Cameras

  • AMX AXB-PT10/15/30 PosiTrack Camera Controller
  • Canon
  • Hitachi Eagle PT-101 Pan and Tilt
  • Panasonic AW-RP605AN Controller with AW-PH500P Pan/Tilt Head
  • Parker Vision CameraMan
  • Radamec HK431
  • Sony BRC 300 (VISCA protocol)
  • Telemetrics RMR
  • Telemetrics STS-12
  • Shotoku TR-8T

11. Still Stores (Chyron Protocol)

  • Chyron Aprisa

12. Character Generators (serial control)

  • Chyron Duet LEX
  • Chyron HyperX
  • Inscriber Inca CG
  • Inscriber G3
  • Pinnacle (Avid) FxDeko
  • Pinnacle (Avid) Deko 1000
  • Pinnacle (Avid) Deko 3000

13. Multi-Image Displays (Monitor Walls)

  • Kaleido Alto and Quad
  • Miranda Kaleido K-X
  • Miranda Kaleido-K2 (native protocol)

14. NewsRoom Systems (via Ross’ OverDrive)

  • AP ENPS
  • Autocue QNews
  • Avid iNEWS

15. PIP II Protocol

  • DNF Controls Peripheral Bus Interface Box
  • HI-TECH
  • LANCE

16. Serial Tally Devices & UMDs (Kalypso Protocol)

  • Evertz MVP
  • Evertz VIP
  • Image Video TSI 1000
  • Miranda Kaleido K-X
  • Miranda Kaleido K2
  • Talia Kookaburra
  • TSL Tallyman

17. Virtual Sets ( Look Ahead Serial Tally Protocol)

  • Brainstorm Multimedia

18. Tally Systems (Contact Closure Tally Relays)

  • monitors, cameras, tally systems
  • on air, aux bus, and preview tallies supported

19. 101 Key Keyboards (PS-2 Interface)

  • for entering clip names, CG text, and installation information
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