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MillimeterEdirol Previews Affordable HD Mixer/Switcher
Apr 21, 2005 6:01 PM
Edirol previewed its new multi-format live video mixer/switcher—the V-400HD—at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) show in Las Vegas. The V-400HD offers a professional high-resolution video solution for live events, community broadcast, corporate, and worship installations.
Building on the success of the Edirol V-4, the HD mixer seamlessly mixes SD video, HD video, and computer signals up to SXGA—eight inputs in total. The output format is selectable between 1080i, 720p or XGA/SXGA. It offers an array of transitions, picture-in-picture locations via joystick, and two keyers (SD and HD).
Kim Nunney, president of Edirol North America, says, "We are excited about offering a solution that will allow our customers to grow into HD. With the V-400HD's ability to handle standard video and computer inputs, many users can start using it now with their current cameras and data projectors. As they acquire HD/HDV cameras or higher-resolution display technology, the mixer will continue to serve them well".
Among its many unique features the V-400HD has the ability to chain multiple units together. This enables a single HD image to be spread across multiple output displays—ideal for multiscreen performance. In addition, V-Link allows the mixer to be controlled from any Roland/Edirol instrument via MIDI. Traditional computer control via RS-232C is also supported.
The V-400HD is expected to be available early fourth quarter 2005.
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