The Video Switcher

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The Video Switcher

• Basic Video Switching and Effects
• Basic Switcher Layout and Functions
• Upstream/Downstream Sources

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Basic Video Switching Theory

• Route multiple sources together
• Switch from one source to another
• Integrate multiple sources into one picture
• Preview upcoming shots before on live

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Basic Video Effect

• Cut- picture immediately replaced
• Dissolve- gradually replaced
• Wipe- replaced in a pre-selected pattern
• Key- cutting out a portion of picture
• Luminance Key
• Chroma Key

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Switcher Design and Function
A- Source Busses (a/b) B- Program Light C-
T-Bar D- Auto Transition E- Effect Selector F-
Mix Patterns G- Positioner H- Matte Generator
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Upstream and Downstream
On Air
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Upstream and Downstream
Upstream Source
On Air
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Upstream and Downstream
Upstream Source
On Air
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Upstream and Downstream
Upstream Source
Downstream Source
On Air