In what roles can a 17-inch monitoring screen play in broadcasting operations? While other brands may offer panels larger than 20 inches, the datavideo TLM-170G monitor, crafted with a 17.3-inch panel, undoubtedly possesses unique design considerations. Let's explore together what applications the datavideo TLM-170G can excel in.

In the previous installment, we provided detailed information about the new features of the TLM-170G, including its distinctive advantages and design philosophy. We learned that datavideo consistently invests effort in the thoughtful design of monitoring screens, creating products that meet the needs of the majority of the market. Particularly noteworthy is the input design supporting multiple signal formats, allowing users to fulfill various requirements with just one screen. This includes SD video formats like SD-SDI, Composite, S-Video, and Component, as well as HD video formats such as HD-SDI and HDMI. Datavideo's commitment is to enable users to cover a wide range of applications at a cost-effective price, demonstrating their dedication.

The TLM-170G's design includes three variations: tabletop, flat rack-mount, and pull-out rack-mount. The primary differences lie in the specially crafted attachments, providing diverse options for users to utilize these accessories. This allows the TLM-170G to be installed in the most suitable way for space utilization and system integration, not only enhancing the overall system aesthetics but also maximizing space efficiency.

We will now introduce the TLM-170G monitoring screen with three different attachment structures, explaining where each is suitable and how it can deliver maximum benefits.

1. TLM-170G Tabletop Model The tabletop monitoring screen is most commonly used during editing sessions, with the following key points and reasons for use:
   1. Monitoring of video materials before input into the editing system The editing room of the national television news department once purchased the datavideo DAC-30 signal converter. It is used for converting signals when journalists bring back footage, requiring monitoring during the conversion process. This is one of the roles played by tabletop monitoring screens in the editing system. TLM-170G features multiple format video inputs, SDI, and Composite Loop out functionality, serving both monitoring and transmission purposes. After monitoring the material on the screen, it can be looped out to the editing system for further processing, aligning with both monitoring and editing operations.

2. Monitoring After Editing Completion

After video editing is completed, it is necessary to review the editing results. Typically, the editing system directly plays back the review. However, the true method involves connecting a monitoring screen for playback and review. This is essential for simultaneous monitoring of subtitle positioning and verification of the 4:3 or 16:9 playback formats. For example, Formosa TV purchased the TLM-170H for post-editing verification in the same manner.

2. TLM-170GR Flat Rack-Mount Model

The flat rack-mount model is primarily used in television walls or engineering system rooms. Its main purpose is to monitor the normality of all video signals and check for any anomalies during program broadcasting, facilitating immediate corrections.

For instance, the master control room television wall at SET TV purchased the TLM-170HR as a wall-wide monitoring screen. Datavideo utilized the maximum 19-inch rack space allowance to create a screen that meets the requirements of the television wall. In engineering systems, aside from monitoring video, the larger rack-mount screen is directly utilized to observe vector waveform signals, allowing for a more detailed examination of the image. This enables real-time adjustments to image parameters.

3. TLM-170GM Pull-Out Rack-Mount Model

The primary application of the pull-out rack-mount model is in scenarios with limited space, such as OB vans, SNG vans, or mobile broadcast systems. The TLM-170GM, with its accessory, only requires 1U of rack space, making it suitable for integration into systems with small spaces. Datavideo's MS-2800 mobile broadcast room, for example, utilizes the design of the TLM-170GM to integrate all EFP multi-camera operation broadcasting equipment into a compact 8U space. Because the TLM-170GM supports multiple format video inputs, it can be used to monitor the video from all devices in the rack, whether it's the HDMI MultiView from the switcher, SDI playback from the HDR-70 recorder, HDMI test parameter monitoring from the vector waveform monitor, etc. It serves as a versatile solution, meeting various functionalities in one unit.

A good screen is a powerful assistant that can help save time and costs. A reputable manufacturer can assist in gaining more benefits in applications, allowing your equipment to unleash its full potential and assist in completing more tasks. Datavideo, guided by a commitment to optimal service, invests in product design to empower you to deliver the best service in the broadcasting world.