JVC Introduces IF-2D3D1 Stereoscopic
Image Processor to Help 3D Content Creators Improve Workflow
January 5, 2010
Source: JVC Professional
Unit Offers Real-Time 2D-to-3D Conversion
to Repurpose Archived Content, Also Serves as 3D L/R Mixer
for Monitoring 3D Footage on Location
JVC Professional Products has introduced the IF-2D3D1 Stereoscopic
Image Processor, which works as a 2D-to-3D converter and as
a 3D L/R mixer for video content producers. Housed in a rugged,
1RU metal cabinet and compatible with a wide range of HD formats,
the IF-2D3D1 is designed to help 3D content producers improve
their workflow, whether they are converting archived 2D material
or shooting original content in 3D.
“With the public’s renewed interest in 3D for both
theatrically released content and beyond, many content producers
are looking to repurpose existing 2D materials to meet demand.
Meanwhile, other producers creating new content need an uncomplicated
way to check their 3D footage on location,” explained
Dave Walton, assistant vice president of marketing and communication.
“This single unit is ideal for both. The IF-2D3D1 is
the key to providing new solutions for virtually any 3D content
creation scenario.”
Using unique JVC algorithms, the IF-2D3D1 converts 2D content
to 3D in real time, offering no fewer than four 3D mixed formats
(which combine left-eye and right-eye images) for stereo video
output on a compatible device: line-by-line, side-by-side-half,
above-below, and checkerboard.
JVC is making this 2D-to-3D conversion technology widely available
under license. The IF-2D3D1 can also output discrete left
and right signals via HD-SDI or HDMI for dual projection or
editing. Output can be adjusted for parallax (image displacement)
and 3D intensity – both with natural, anaglyph, and sequential
viewing modes.
Generally, 3D footage is shot using a pair of video cameras,
but producers have not had a practical method of real-time
monitoring on location. The IF-2D3D1 easily combines the left-eye
and right-eye images – nothing else is required except
a 3D capable monitor, such as JVC's GD-463D10U, a 46-inch
3D LCD panel.
A built-in HD-SDI frame synchronizer provides sync for two
cameras that lack external sync, plus anaglyph and sequential
viewing modes provide multiple ways to check 3D content.
Content creation workflow can also be improved through a variety
of additional features. The Scope feature provides a waveform
monitor and vectorscope for comparing both video streams on
a display to ensure the settings for both cameras – such
as exposure and white balance – are matched.
The Split feature combines the two video streams on one screen
with a moveable boundary, allowing instant L/R comparison.
And when one of the two cameras has to be positioned upside
down (to ensure correct spacing), Rotation makes sure both
streams can be viewed the right way up and in sync.
The IF-2D3D1 will be available March 2009.
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