Analog Way Pulse LE - Manual (Page 6)

1-1. THE PLS200 OPERATING MODE
This mode allows for a single Pulse LE to seamlessly switch and blend any of its 10 analog/digital inputs
with any other of the inputs, add PIP or titling insertion on the live frame, while previewing your every move
before going live. The Mixer mode is the Pulse LE native mode, and will display up to 4 layers (of which 2
live layers).
* NOTE * : We recommend resetting the device to its default values every time you set up your shows or
events.
INTRODUCTION
BACKGROUND: a “Background” is a source, typically originating from a computer. Pulse LE enables you to
work with live or still (frame) background sources - visually in back of all other sources.
LAYER: a “Layer” is an image display element (such as a PIP, Key, Logos or Background) that has an
associated visual priority — either in front (or in back) of another layer.
The Pulse LE can simultaneously view no less than 4 layers (2 video, or live layers, 1 frame layer, or
background, and 2 logo layers).
Pulse LE can insert up to 1 PIPs on a live background.
PIP: a “PIP” (Picture In Picture), is a picture, typically of reduced size, which is positioned over another
background image or PIP. PIPs can be reduced, enlarged, bordered and shadowed. PIPs can overlap,
depending on their visual priority.
Pulse LE allows for Dynamic PIP on the opening and closing of the sequence, vertically or horizontally.
KEYING: a “Key” is an electronic process whereby an image is electronically superimposed over another
source or background, by cutting out either a color (chroma key), or its brightness or luminance levels (luma
key). Keys are typically used for titles, logos and special effects.
Pulse LE allows to use a live source with green or blue background and to key it over any other live input.
1-2. USEFUL TERMS AND DEFINITIONS
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