1253 B&K Precision, 1253 Datasheet - Page 8

• Manufacturer Part Number: 1253
• Description: GENERATOR HANDHELD HDTV PATTERN
• Manufacturer: B&K Precision
• Type: NTSC Handheldr

Specifications of 1253

• Patterns: ANSI, Bar, Checker, Crosshatch, Focus, Multiburst, Needle, PLUGE, Raster, Staircase, Window
• Connection Method: BNC, S-Video
• Power Source: 9V Battery
• Equipment Type: NTSC Color Generator
• Lead Free Status / Rohs Status: Lead free / RoHS Compliant

There are various other applications for SMPTE Bars. It has value in VTR testing and in quick checks of
the system phasing thru monitors and Vectorscopes.
Vectorscope Display of SMPTE Bars
SMPTE Bars are also often used for Tape Headers, or sometimes between edit cuts. Also often used for
testing transmission equipment.
Examples of Uncalibrated Displays:
The following images indicate a TV with incorrect hue settings.
Adjust the Hue (or Tint) setting so the first bar appears white (or gray).
Too Red
Too Green
Too Blue