Broadcast News

Bookmark and Share
03/11/2003

Eyeheight playout modular master control system

Eyeheight's new modular master control system, playout, is a major evolution from the presTX video and audio switching equipment family.
It enables broadcasters and systems integrators alike to configure a master control system meeting their exact current needs while retaining the option of easy and efficient future expansion. Playout is composed of seven building-blocks: base configuration unit, mix/wipe module, keyer, audio/voice-over module, internal cross-point, logo-store and dual-channel 3D DVE. These can be combined and configured to create a simple automated A/B mixer through to a full-scale multi-channel master control system with manual over-ride. The base configuration unit comprises a 1U chassis capable of housing up to three independent channels and offering the lowest cost-per channel of any scalable master control system. playout's mix/wipe module, again housing up to three channels in 1U, provides a wide range of wipes with user-preset edge characteristics, audio-follows-video, audio only, video only, audio lead and audio lag. Transitions can be performed via manual T-bar, timed with manual activation, or fully automated. Up to three keying modules with individual key, fill and background inputs plus dedicated preview output are supported within the base configuration. All keyers can be operated independently or in parallel via a TK-10 control panel. Key and transition parameters can be preset and stored in internal user memories. playout's audio and voice-over module adds dual AES audio inputs, mono mixdown and channel swap. Optional motorised faders register automated changes in audio mixing level, an essential requirement for multi-channel operation. An internal cross-point module with 12 x 4 SDI and AES digital routing is available where routing is required to be integral to the master control system. This in turn can be configured for automated operation or driven from a PP-10 programme/preset pushbutton panel. Three logo-store modules are available as part of the playout product series. Module LK-2 handles up to eight static logos with GPI selection and activation. Module BB-2 adds support for up to 64 logos with independent preview. Module BA-2 is an enhancement of the BB-2 with a wide choice of animation options. A dual channel 3D DVE module can be incorporated into playout, enabling over 100 effects ranging from simple horizontal/vertical squeeze to page turn, warp, texture and lighting.
Eyeheight managing director Martin Moore said: "The presTX product range, now used by major broadcasters, established Eyeheight as a world leader in modular master control systems. playout builds on the joint heritage of that experience and our inherently modular processing architecture."
The Eyeheight playout system is available now.
(GB)
Solidmate Ltd Memory Card Hire London

Top Related Stories
Click here for the latest broadcast news stories.

28/03/2024
PSI Audio To Display AVAA C214 Active Brass Trap With New White Finish
PSI Audio is to present its innovative AVAA C214 active bass trap with a new white finish, and the three-way speaker Héritage3 at HIGH END 2024 in Mun
20/03/2024
Barix Continues To Build It Next-Generation Line Of Audio Over IP Encoders And Decoders
Barix is continuing to build out its next-generation line of Audio over IP encoders and decoders with a new broadcast-specific solution that introduce
19/03/2024
Optimal Audio Shines Bright At North Star Tavern
Amber Taverns operates a network of more than 160 outlets across the North of England, Scotland and Wales. The North Star in North Shields is one of t
26/03/2024
CMP Studio Tackles Immersive Mixing With Nugen Audio
Like many in the industry, Multi-platinum, Award-winning Producer, Engineer, Mixer, Songwriter and Musician Clint Murphy's latest work has been consum
25/03/2024
Audio-Technica Appoints Alpha Technologies
Audio-Technica has appointed Alpha Technologies as the distributor for its commercial product line in South Africa. This strategic partnership aims to
19/04/2023
Studio Immersive Acquires PMC Monitoring System
Studio Immersive is attracting projects from many top artists, record labels and production companies thanks to its combination of excellent acoustics
17/08/2023
RCN Selects AirBox Neo-20 Playout System
Roberts Communications Network (RCN) recently selected the AirBox Neo-20 playout system from PlayBox Neo as the solution for all of its playout needs.
31/10/2023
Cinegy Delivers New Four-Channel Playout System
Cinegy GmbH has delivered a new four-channel playout system at Tanzanian Broadcasting Corporation (TBC). The system was negotiated, designed and insta
21/09/2018
Lawo Launches New Virtual Module For V__matrix Eco-System
Lawo has launched its new vm_udx Virtual Module (VM) for the V__matrix eco-system. The innovation premiered at IBC 2018, showcasing its ability to pro
06/07/2012
Presteigne Charter Orders Large Module-R Studio Furniture System From Custom Consoles
Presteigne Charter, one of the world’s leading broadcast dry hire and systems rental specialists, has chosen Custom Consoles Module-R studio furniture
25/02/2005
TTL video orders Custom Consoles' Module-R desk system
Bedfordshire-based Custom Consoles has delivered the first in its new range of Module-R technical furniture to TTL Video. A four-seat inline desk was
30/03/2007
DNF Announces Release Of Flex Control Network Station Playout System
DNF Controls has announced the release of its new Flex Control Network Station Playout System, a cost-effective, on-air commercial and program playout
25/08/2015
NETIA Releases AirPlayList 2.0 Module
NETIA has released the AirPlayList 2.0 module for its Media Assist software suite. The new module facilitates automated playout of multiple radio chan
11/12/2019
Strong Demand For PlayBox Neo's Channel-In-A-Box
PlayBox Neo Ltd has reported a buoyant 2019 with strong demand for its Channel-in-a-Box and software-based TV channel branding and playout systems. To
01/02/2005
NDTV orders Eyeheight playout master control
New Delhi Television (NDTV), one of India's largest independent broadcasters, has taken delivery of an Eyeheight playout modular master control system