HectorScope is a 3D waveform visualization tool that displays luminance and color information in a three-dimensional space. Named after its creator Hector Berrebi, it provides a unique perspective on your video signal.
HectorScope — 3D waveform visualisation
Overview
Unlike traditional 2D waveforms, HectorScope renders your signal in 3D space, allowing you to:
Visualize the relationship between luminance and chroma in depth
Identify color distributions that may be hidden in 2D views
Examine shadow, midtone, and highlight regions from multiple angles
Interface
The scope displays a 3D representation of your video signal that can be rotated and navigated interactively.
Navigation
Action
Control
Rotate
Click and drag
Zoom
Mouse wheel
Pan
Hold Shift + drag
Reset view
Double-click
Settings
Access scope settings via the hamburger menu (☰) or right-click on the scope.
Display Options
Setting
Description
Default
Point Size
Size of individual sample points
Auto
Brightness
Overall brightness of the display
1.0
Color Model
RGB or YCbCr color representation
RGB
Rotation Controls
Per-axis rotation controls allow precise orientation of the 3D view:
Setting
Description
X Rotation
Tilt up/down
Y Rotation
Rotate left/right
Z Rotation
Roll
HectorScope rotated to inspect shadow detail
Use Cases
Shadow Detail Analysis
Rotate the view to isolate shadow regions and examine noise or color contamination in dark areas.
Highlight Rolloff
View the transition from midtones to highlights to ensure smooth rolloff without clipping.
Color Balance
Examine the overall distribution of colors to identify unwanted color casts across tonal ranges.
Tips
Use in combination with the standard Waveform for comprehensive analysis
Double-click to reset to the default view when navigating becomes disorienting
Reduce point size for dense signals to see structure more clearly
