Burst Pixie-FS Frame Store TBC

Burst Pixie-FS Frame Store TBC Time Base Corrector

The Burst Pixie-FS is an extraordinarily compact Frame Store/Time Base Corrector (TBC) unit that leverages micro miniature electronics to deliver professional video processing capabilities in a package the size of a standard deck of cards. This full-featured 8-bit frame synchronizer includes comprehensive proc amp controls with adjustable settings for gain, color, and timing, making it ideal for video production environments requiring precise signal correction and enhancement. The versatile dual-standard design allows seamless operation in either NTSC or PAL formats, providing flexibility for international production workflows.

Designed for professional video applications, the Pixie-FS effectively corrects timing errors in video signals while providing advanced processing capabilities including Y/C-to-composite and composite-to-Y/C transcoding. The integrated 4-line adaptive comb filter and anti-aliasing input filters ensure exceptional signal quality with minimal artifacts, while the genlock capability enables perfect synchronization with other video equipment in broadcast or production setups. Despite its remarkably small footprint, the Pixie-FS delivers performance comparable to much larger and more expensive frame synchronizers, making it an ideal solution for space-constrained environments or mobile production units.

Key Features

• Full Frame TBC: Complete time base correction with frame synchronization capabilities for stable, jitter-free video
• Dual Format Support: Multi-standard operation in both NTSC and PAL formats without requiring additional converters
• Advanced Filtering: 4-line adaptive comb filter decoding with input anti-aliasing filters for superior video quality
• Format Conversion: Integrated Y/C-to-CVS or CVS-to-Y/C transcoding capabilities
• Professional Controls: Comprehensive proc amp adjustments for gain, color and timing
• Genlock Capability: External synchronization with other video equipment (High-Z or 75 Ohms)
• Compact Design: Ultra-portable size comparable to a deck of playing cards
• Multiple Input Options: Supports both composite and S-Video (75 Ohms) inputs

Technical Specifications

• Processing Architecture: 8-bit frame store with 4:2:2 CCIR656 processing
• A/D Conversion: 9-bit A/D quantization for precise signal conversion
• Sampling Rate: 27 MHz sampling frequency
• Input Level Range: ±6dB with AGC and sync priority
• Frequency Response: ±1.0dB to 5.5MHz for excellent detail preservation
• Differential Gain: Less than 2% for minimal color distortion
• Differential Phase: Less than 2° ensuring accurate color reproduction
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Greater than 62dB for clean video output
• K Factor: Less than 1% for minimal signal distortion
• Sync Processing: Infinite frame sync capability
• Dimensions: Approximately the size of a standard deck of playing cards
• Weight: 1 lb (approximately 0.45 kg)