Video matte generator
CA 1279723 C · Owner: Grass Valley Group, Inc. (The) · Inventors: Mcfetridge, Grant T.
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A matte generator for generating a video signal representative of a matte having a uniform color, comprises an operator interface for generating signals representing three independent variables which are sufficient to characterize a color. A processor receives the input signals and derives three numerical values from the input signals and from calibration values provided to the processor, and a quadrature modulator receives a subcarrier signal and signals representing the three numerical values and generates an encoded video signal in response thereto. The encoded video signal and a calibration signal are applied to a calibration circuit for comparing the encoded video signal and the …
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- Granted January 29, 1991. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended January 29, 2008.
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