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Vision Series Production
Switchers
Ross Video will introduce of 5 new production switchers
at IBC 2007. The Vision Series is Ross' next generation
multi-definition production switcher, handling standard
and high-definition formats. The 5 new models, ranging
from 1 to 4 M/Es, include: the Vision 1 MD, Vision
2 MD, Vision 2 MD-X, Vision 3 MD-X and Vision 4 MD-X.
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on over 30 years experience in production switchers,
the Vision control panel incorporates a number
of new concepts. Vision is highly modular and
all models share a common platform and common
set of modules. The use of RGB buttons results
in a stunning new look and allows personalization
of the Vision control panel. Vision offers a new
DualDisplay color touch screen allowing the operator
to view and control two menus simultaneously.
A long list of other enhancements including built-in
manuals, Linux based OS, and integration with
the OverDrive® control system makes Vision
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Leveraging
over 1 Million lines of Synergy Series software, the
Vision
Series has a head start with a well developed feature
set and a full complement of device control options.
Vision
Production Features
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AuxKeys mixing and keying on aux bus outputs
· Proc Amps for quick video fixes and adjustments
· Color Correctors enabling creative color
adjustments
· Squeeze & Tease MD Warp DVE
· MLE Store Still Stores
· Media Cache Animation Playout
· UltraChrome High End Chroma Keyer
· Up to 96 Inputs
· Up to 48 Outputs
· SmartConversion SD/HD on the fly conversion
system
· Built-in Hard Drive for storage of configuration
settings, memories, stills and animations
· Preview Overlay head's up display |
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Ross line now includes 20 different models of production
switchers. Ross continues to offer the Synergy SD
(standard definition) and Synergy MD (multi-definition)
production switchers along with the new Vision Series.
A path for existing Synergy SD and MD customers to
move to the Vision platform is available.
SoftMetal
Video Servers
Ross Video will launch a new line of next-generation
video servers at IBC 2007. SoftMetal Video Servers
will deliver a more integrated production solution
that will complement the Ross Synergy Digital Production
Switchers and OverDrive Production Control System.
SoftMetal is designed using Ross technology and expertise
to provide the broadcast industry with an advanced
video server incorporating key elements that includes:
multi-definition capability with on-the-fly
resolution scaling, graphics workflow support, client/server
architecture for distributed control, robust IT server
class hardware and flexible, software based CODECs.
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Multi-Definition
Capability
As a multi-definition server, SoftMetal comes equipped
with on-the-fly scaling on every output, converting
clips from SD to HD or HD to SD automatically as they
play to air. This feature is ideal for today's productions,
which rely on a mix of SD and HD source material.
Improves Graphics Production Workflows
In a production setting, SoftMetal provides support
for completing the graphics workflows by accepting
networked transfers of Targa Stills, Targa Animations
and pre-compressed graphics clips with available SoftMetal
CODECs. SoftMetal offers the ability to link Video
and Alpha channel clips and adjust and lock timing
for production playback, right in the server.
SoftMetal Architecture
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SoftMetal control is based on a client/server
architecture with the client side applications
written in Java and able to run on a Mac, PC or
Linux computer. This allows control of a SoftMetal
system from the user's desktop of choice.
· IT server class components are used throughout
SoftMetal servers, providing a robust and reliable
system with features such as RAID 1 mirrored system
drives, RAID-5 protected MediaDrives, redundant
power supplies and hot swappable mid-chassis system
fans.
· Software-based CODECs provide SoftMetal
with a flexible, future proof architecture that
is adaptable to future compression schemes and
formats as they emerge. |
SoftMetal
Video Servers are available for order in 36 different
configurations, 18 standard definition models and
18 multi-definition models.
OverDrive Production Control System
Ross Video will introduce version 5.1 software for
the industry leading OverDrive® Integrated Live
Production Control System at IBC 2007.
OverDrive's version 5.1 offers many new features including
integration with CG MOS enabled devices, control of
Vinten robotics and Wheatstone audio mixers and support
for multiple networked OverDrive client systems. OverDrive's
client/server architecture allows facilities to run
no break back-to-back shows without a break, monitor,
audit and edit rundowns remotely and control devices
from multiple locations.
OverDrive is a highly flexible and scalable production
control system with a real-time LiveLink MOS interface
to the newsroom editorial system. The extensive device
control capabilities of the Synergy
Standard Definition and Multi-Definition production
switchers combined with OverDrive gives users the
ability to execute a more consistent, efficient, and
sophisticated news production.
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OpenGear
OpenGear
Introduces the DashBoard Control System
Ross Video will introduce the DashBoard Control System
for the award winning openGear terminal equipment
platform at IBC 2007.
DashBoard is a software application, that is OS independent,
and allows users to control and monitor their operations
within any network using intuitive GUI's (Graphical
User Interfaces). What's unique is DashBoard's
ability to monitor and control a wide variety of multi-vendor
solutions for the openGear platform, which offers
customers the flexibility and choice in their terminal
equipment solutions under one control system.
DashBoard Features
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Control & Monitoring of multi-vendor solutions
in the openGear platform
· System Wide Alarm reporting
· Instant access to Multiple Control Windows
· In-field card upgradeability
· Save and recall Control and Monitoring
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OpenGear
Introduces SNMP Protocol
Ross Video will introduce Simple Network Management
Protocol (SNMP) for the award winning openGear terminal
equipment platform at IBC 2007.
SNMP is an industry standard protocol, often used
for facility wide monitoring and control of broadcast
equipment across numerous manufacturers. The openGear
platform supports both SNMP V1 and V2c native to the
frame with connection to the MFC-8310N network control
card. MIB's (Management Information Base) are
posted on both the www.rossvideo.com
and www.opengear.tv.
OpenGear is based on an open-architecture, 2RU modular
frame, designed to accommodate up to 10 cards. A wide
variety of cards are available from terminal equipment
vendors supporting the openGear platform, allowing
facilities the freedom and flexibility to choose the
best technology for their particular applications.
Customers are no longer locked into one manufacturer?s
frame standard and modules for their terminal equipment
solutions. openGear also provides the platform with
a control system that allows quick and easy monitoring
and control of frames and modules on the network.
Stand
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