Model ME-660 Video Scan Converter
Precision high resolution imaging and display systems, such as FLIR, low-light TV, night vision, military and avionics displays usually operate to high resolution RS-343 standards (monochrome 875-line, 30 frames per second). On the other hand, recording, transmission, and low cost display systems operate on conventional RS-170 (monochrome 525-line, 30 frames per second) video standard. The ME-660 video scan converter is a digital image processing system with a unique capability of converting these non-standard video signals to 525-line (RS-170) video signals.

 
 


Two (2) versions of the ME-660 are currently available; the ME-660-01 is designed to convert interlaced 875-line (RS-343) video signals or 625-line (CCIR/PAL) monochrome signals to 525-line (RS-170) video signals and the ME-660-02 which will convert a unique 875- line progressive (30Hz) video to 525-line (RS-170) video signals. An additional feature of the ME-660-01 is automatic detection of the incoming line rate, which performs the appropriate scan conversion algorithm or selects a bypass function when
525-line video is detected at the input.

All Merlin Engineering scan conversion systems employ a proprietary "weighted" scan conversion process to convert video from one format to another and to minimize motion and image "artifacts". Short cuts, such as line drop methodologies, are not used in our format conversion processing. Maximum image quality and detail preservation are hallmarks of our products.

The ME-660 is a ruggedized, small, lightweight unit designed for harsh environments associated with helicopter, aircraft, UAV, and ground vehicles. A rugged chassis and electronics are used to ensure usabilty in the most demanding applications and the unit has underdone complete environmental and EMI testing. The ME-660 is designed to be hard-mounted to an appropriate structure or surface and does not require any special mounting provisions or shock/vibration isolation.

Video input and output connections and power connections to the unit are made through D38999 style connectors. Video input and output is through coax style pins/sockets and power connection is through a separate connector with conventional pin/socket arrangements.

The ME-660 video scan converter operates on standard 28 Volt DC power and is a very low power consumption system.

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