The New Reference Standard is Here!
The Ross Synergy 100 is the new standard in compact digital production switchers. Designed with a big switcher processing engine, the power, capabilities and picture quality are unprecedented in any switcher, by any other manufacturer on the planet.
Live Live Production! Production!
If there is one thing we know at Ross, its how to build a switcher for Live Production. Youll find the control panel fast and easy to operate.

Editing! Editing!

The Synergy 100 will fit right into your small edit suite. It works well in linear, offline, or hybrid edit suites. The stylish S100 panel comes in a choice of colors

Sport Yellow Tech Silver

Classic Black
Breathtaking video quality and super-smooth motion. The Synergy 100. Looks great, works great.

Effects Effects

Dont let the small panel fool you.
The Synergy 100 is bursting with powerful effects and features that will enhance your production.

Dual Box Interview

The classic dual box interview, with border and DSK Title. The Synergy 100 makes it easy with one keystroke to create a box, then grab the joystick and rotate it in 3 dimensions, choose a border frame look and its done! Once the effect is created it is easily stored in one of the 100 effect memories for quick recall later. No other small switcher can match this capability.

Combinations of Elements

Youll be amazed at the ease with which you can combine effects on the Synergy 100 to produce a unique look.
Sophisticated 3D Transitions
DVE transitions work just like a wipe! Simply select DVE as the transition type and select an effect using the wipe pattern buttons. (Pre-built DVE effects are assigned to these buttons - 100 available).
The S100 is a powerful, versatile, easy to use switcher which makes it the perfect choice for so many applications. Come and get it!
Quickly select wipe or DVE transitions. When memory is selected, acts as a memory recall shot box. Memory locations work like Key Frames for dynamic Squeeze & Tease DVE control. Panel buttons illuminate in green when linked to this area. Used to delegate matte adjustments to one of 5 internal matte generators. Displays S100 system menu on preview monitor.
Effects Control Mattes Select Menu Button

System Control

Use back, and to navigate S100 system menu when menu is turned on.

Rate Select

When operating, individual adjustments to auto transition, downstream keyer, and fade-to-black rates are made here.
Sport Yellow Tech Silver Classic Black
Downstream Keyer Adjustments
High Quality 3 Axis Joystick
Used to control SQUEEZE & TEASE 2D or 3D DVEs. Also used to position wipes, mask keys, and more!
Comprehensive DSK control. Access to every switcher source via key bus.
Optional Key Border Generator
Add drop shadows, glows, and more. Positionable anywhere on screen.

Effects Keyers

Control over Key 1 & Key 2. All key types are supported. Add optional Squeeze & Tease 2D or 3D DVE effects.
Key Memory for Auto Select
Brings back correct key settings automatically for any auto select key.
Character Generator Quick Select Buttons Fly Key Button
Pressing Fly Key turns on Squeeze & Tease 3D to create a box or fly a chroma key, self key, or auto select key. You wont find this on other switchers.

Quick select for commonly keyed sources. Assign any commonly used key source here. Provides quick access to character generators and other common DSK sources.
Legendary Ross Fader Handle

Chroma Key

Autochroma key set-up is available on both the standard and Ultimatte chroma keyers.
Simply the best - Backed with a lifetime warranty.

Preset Black

Key Bus
6 full buses for V + K selection to key 1, key 2, and DSK. 3 way control shown by backlit indicator. Selected source button lights red when on air.
Quickly sets up a transition through black.

Transition Limit

Used to establish a mid-transition stop point. Great for squeeze-backs
Downstream Fade-To-Black Program Bus
Source button lights red to indicate source on air. Fully assignable (any of the 16 inputs to any button). Shift function provides access to back-side sources.
With ridges to prevent accidental activation. Flashes red when in FTB mode.
Downstream Keyer Transitions
Dedicated DSK CUT and DISSOLVE buttons. Red on air indicator.

Preset Bus

Used to select the next background. Only on air during a transition.

Pop-Up Help

Help messages automatically appear on the preview monitor if you hit an invalid button sequence.

Disk Drive

Standard PC Format 1.44MB Floppy Drive
Next Transition Style Operation
Easy-to-use, with full preview.

Transition Zinger

Store and recall memories, personality settings, and installation settings. Upgrade software and (FPGA) hardware through this drive via software downloaded from the Ross website.

Non-Sync Indication

Bus row labels change to yellow in the case of a non-synchronous or untimed source.
Dissolve, Wipe, and DVE (Squeeze & Tease) Transitions
Squeeze & Tease transitions are easy.Just like a wipe!
Patented Transition Preview
Bright green LED shows location and direction of fader handle or auto transition.
Hold down DISS, WIPE, DVE while initiating a transition, to verify transition on preview output.

Features Features

S100-001 (Synergy 1) Rack Frame Rear View
Analog control panel connectors (used with

analog upgrades only)

Captive locking power cord
General purpose interface Preview outputs (x2) RS-422/232 serial editor (GPI) for simple editor control interface (GVG-100/110 or GVG-4000 protocol, optional) and remote memory recall Rack frame tal Unused on S100 GVG 100/110 control panel lies (optional) (Synergy 1 only) (Used for GVG digital upgrade)
S100 control panel 8 auxiliary bus outputs (Aux busses 1 & 2 not used communication

on S100)

Program outputs (x2)

16 digital inputs

Power diagnostic LEDs

Aux panel communication

Positionable clean feed

(optional)

Digital reference input
S100 Control Panel Rear View

Locking power connection

Unused
S100 rack frame Tallies (standard) communication
S100 Assignable Aux Bus Control Panel
S100 Single Aux Bus Control Panel
Camera CCU joystick override is supported on Aux Bus Control Panels. Aux control panels can be daisy-chained up to 8 deep.
S100 Rack Unit Frame Electronics
Unique main circuit board holds all inputs/outputs and processing Output timing modules Connectorized for easy swap

Input timing modules

Battery back-up for instant recall of system state after power cycle

Border generator

Squeeze & Tease 2D or 3D DVE
Optional UltimatteInsider

Quick swap power supply

S100 Rack Shelf Unit
Sturdy construction and smooth operation make this sliding rack shelf the right choice for many applications, including: smaller live production or editing suites and mobile trucks, where the control panel can be easily accessed or stored with the flip of a lever. 2 position locking mechanism allows the shelf to be secured in either a stowed or in-use position.

Systems

S100-001BK S100-001SL S100-001YL
Systems &Options Systems & Options
Synergy 100 Digital Production Switcher, Classic Black Synergy 100 Digital Production Switcher, Tech Silver Synergy 100 Digital Production Switcher, Sport Yellow

System Options

S100-023A Conversion Frame (DFR-8110A, Includes One Power Supply) S100-023A-C Conversion Frame, As Above with Cooling Fan Unit in Door S100-028 UltimatteInsider Matting Device S100-031 Clean Feed S100-140 Squeeze & Tease 2D S100-142 Squeeze & Tease 3D S100-141 DSK Border Generator S100-052 Dedicated Remote Aux Panel (Includes 10 Meter Control Cable) S100-053 Assignable Remote Aux Panel (Includes 10 Meter Control Cable) S100-054 Custom Cable for Aux Panel (Per Meter, Replaces 10 Meter Cable) S100-060 Editor Interface S100-073 Spare Parts Kit S100-075 Custom Cable for Main Control Panel (Per Meter, Replaces 10 Meter Cable) S100-076 Spare Power Supply (Panel) S100-077 Spare Power Supply (Rack Frame) S100-079 Rack Frame Tallies S100-008 In-Desk Mounting Bracket S100-009 Rackmount Sliding Shelf S100-081 Additional Operators Manual S100-082 Additional Installation Manual S100-083 Additional Maintenance Manual S100-090 Synergy On-site Operational Training - 1st Day S100-091 Synergy On-site Operational Training - Additional Day S100-092 Synergy On-site Technical Training (2 Days) S100-093 Synergy On-site Commissioning (2 Days) S100-999 Synergy 100 Extended Warranty (Adds One Year)

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Technical Services Ross Video Technical Services
A complete range of technical services is available from Ross Video to ensure that your Synergy 100 installation is a success.
Operational Training Commissioning Technical Training Extended Warranties Technical Support
Operational Training is available either at Ross or on-site at your location. Experienced Ross operators will teach your staff to get the most out of your new switcher. Commissioning is a service to help get your switcher configured and up and running. It is performed by factory trained Ross technical staff. Technical training can be provided at the Ross Video factory in Iroquois, Ontario or on-site at your location. Technical training will teach your engineering staff the technical details of the system you have purchased. Signal flow, system configuration and routine maintenance procedures are some of the topics covered. The Synergy 100 comes equipped with a 3 year comprehensive warranty. Extended warranties are available for an annual fee. Technical advice is available free for the life of your switcher simply by telephone, fax or email to Ross Video.
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