Timestamp File Suffix
The timestamp added to the filename is turned off by default. If you would like the date and
time recorded in your filename, toggle the 'timestamp file suffix' option to on.
Display Histogram
The histogram display on the lower toolbar will be off by default. If you want to turn the
histogram display on, toggle the 'display histogram' switch to on.
3G-SDI Output
Some broadcast equipment can only receive level A or level B 3G-SDI video. To maintain
compatibility, tap either 'level A' or 'level B'.
Factory Reset
To reset the video assist to its default factory settings, tap the 'reset' button. After you approve
this action on the confirmation page, your video assist erases any stored LUTs and presets,
plus resets all settings.
LUTs
Your video assist can display the input video with 3D LUTs applied to the image. A 3D LUT is
only used on the display and not actually recorded into the video itself, so you don't need to
worry that your recorded image will have the look permanently applied. However, if you want to
apply the same LUT to your image in DaVinci Resolve, you can simply import the exact same
LUT .cube file used in your video assist into DaVinci Resolve and apply it to your grade.
This gives you powerful options such as matching a look in post that you monitored on set, or
conforming to a specific color profile. Refer to the DaVinci Resolve instruction manual for more
information on how to use 3D LUTs in your color correction, including exporting LUTs as .cube
files so you can import them into your video assist.
Using LUTs on Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR
To import a 3D LUT:
1
Click on the LUTs menu tab.
2
Tap the double arrow icon at the bottom of the LUT display.
3
From the 'manage lut' option, select 'import LUT'.
4
Select the location of your LUT and tap the 'import' icon.
5
Select the LUT you wish to import from the list and tap on 'import'. A progress screen
will let you know the LUT is importing. Once done, the LUT will appear in the list.
Changing Settings
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