Link Electronics LEI-523 Bi-Level & Tri-Level Master Sync Generator with Component Test Patterns, Gen-Lock

The LINK LEI-523 is another family of 500 series product for portability. This unit is a multi-format generator that can be used where various HD signals are required. Tri-level sync is on all analog component outputs, RGB or YUV. Sync output can be selected as Bi-level (SD black burst) or Tri-level (HD sync). With Bi-level and Tri-level outputs, one unit can be used to time both SD and HD source videos in a system (Master Sync Generator). The LEI-523 takes advantage of the latest FPGA technology to provide the highest performance for all test patterns.

The LEI-523 can be a free running (stand alone) unit or a gen-lock unit with a pair of looping BNC connectors on the rear panel. The reference input can be Bi-level (SD black burst) or Tri-level (HD sync). The unit automatically detects and locks according to what the reference input is. The unit automatically changes the output format to the closest format that is gen-lockable to the reference. An infinite Gen-lock timing range for both horizontal and vertical with gen-lock indication makes the LEI-523 ideal for timing the signal into the studio facility.

There are a total of thirty test signals available, including SMPTE, EIA and Full Field Bars. There are twenty three different HD formats available plus NTSC or PAL black burst. It also has a unit identification that can be enabled to uniquely identify up to 100 different units. This unit can flash the unit identification on and off making the video active allowing you to see if the video is still active when going thru other equipment.

There is a front panel eight character display for showing menu selection or the function under adjustment. There are two front panel pushbuttons switches that are used, "Escape" takes you out a menu level and "Enter", takes you in a menu level or makes a selection. The rotary encoder (front panel knob) allows you to change menus or to make an adjustment. All this, makes operation of the unit simple and user-friendly.

The Link Electronics product design performance and reliability are reflected in the new generation of Link products. The LEI-523 is ideal for use as either a stand alone or a gen-lockable HD analog component generator in any system. With Bi-level and Tri-level syncs makes Link Electronics the only choice for a SD and HD timing system to meet both your needs and your budget. For total flexibility, the PRT-700 mounting tray will hold up to three (3) 500 or 700 series products.