59.2.4.3 Custom ARC Profiles

Etere allows user to define new conversion profiles based on custom system characteristics. To define new conversion profiles click on the [New] button and compile the following properties:

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Conversion Type - Insert the type of conversion. This is the text that will appear in the Media Library conversions drop down list.

Description - Enter a detailed description of the conversion if required.

Source format - Select one of the source format from the list to which the conversion type is related.
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Default - Enable it to set the conversion type (e.g. HD 16:9  -> 4:3 Anamorphic) as default conversion type for a specific source format (e.g. HD).   Default conversion types can also be set by right-click on a conversion type and select the "set as default" function.
NB: If no default conversion is set for a source format (e.g. HD), Etere is unable to update (e.g. via T-workflow) all metafiles belonging to that source format.

Conversion code - Give an abbreviation to the conversion profile (e.g. 4X).

External ID - Optionally, insert any eventual string used by external devices to identify the conversion profile.

GPI - This parameter has been moved to the Automation > Settings (devices) section.
It allows to assign GPI signals combinations to conversion profiles in a way that Etere Automation will activate these GPI signals to trigger required conversions.
NB: Automation ARC conversions are explained in the ARC from Automation chapter.

Icon - Optionally, select an Etere icon to be used to represent the conversion profile. The user can choose an icon among the already available ones or load a custom icon. See chapter Etere Configuration > Settings > Update Workstation > Icons for more information about how to load new icons.

Preview - Optionally, browse and select and image that reflects the conversion profile.

Once compiled, click the [Apply] button to confirm changes.