Live Switchers

Live Switcher

  • AV-HS7300

Effects to Enhance Your Creativity

Maximum of 72 SDI Inputs and 42 SDI Outputs

1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/29.97PsF, 1080/25PsF, 1080/23.98PsF, 1080/59.94p* and 1080/50p* video formats supported. The 9 RU mainframe is loaded with a multitude of inputs and outputs supporting as frame synchronizer, frame delay and color corrector. Asynchronous signal capture, absorbance of delay with the virtual system and color adjustment supporting individual camera and display characteristics are supported for smooth progress in video production.

Input

  • Maximum of 72 SDI inputs (18ch x 4).
  • All channels equipped with 10 bit frame synchronizer / Eight frame delay / color corrector.

Output

  • Maximum of 42 SDI outputs (30ch x 1, 12ch x 2).
  • All channels equipped with color corrector.
  • * Supported via purchasable option. Some functions restricted.

Various Keyers

Featuring variety of keyers, AV-HS7300 supports creative live content creation. A luminance key, linear key, chroma key, full key are provided for 4ch per ME (16ch in total), plus 4ch of DSK. Upstream key (USK) equipped with 4ch.

Sample of 4 Keyers in Use

  • Resizer
    All ME keyers are equipped with 2.5D-DVE (Resizer) and support PinP. Move, expand and shrink the input key signals using Resizer.

Examples of Resizer

PinP with frame

Able to mix 6ch layer with using BKGD-DVE (2ch).

  • Chroma key
    By implementing the Primatte®* algorithm, real time and high quality key composition are possible. 4ch chroma key enabled for 1 ME.

    • * Primatte® is the registered trademark of Photron Limited. Photron Limited is the holder of the intellectual rights to Primatte®. Photron Limited is the holder of the patent for Primatte®.

Primatte® High-Quality Chroma Key (picture simulated)

Primatte® Chroma Key (picture simulated)

Conventional Chroma Key (picture simulated)

  • Key preset
    The 4 key settings per keyer for each ME and 4 key settings per DSK are all equipped with a savable preset function. These settings can be called directly via button operation.
  • Upstream key
    Each input is equipped with a 4ch upstream key capable of attaching related information such as names for relay source materials, location and people as well as different CG materials to the ends of up-converted materials.
  • Downstream key
    4ch are available. The ME is selectable for the DSK base signal (ME1 to 4) and can be assigned to PGM 1 or 2 as desired. Clean output is enabled per DSK
.

Display Example of using Downstream Key (Example of multi-language broadcasting)

Key Types

USK KEY (for each ME) DSK
Luminance key ✓ ✓ ✓
Linear key ✓ ✓ ✓
Chroma key — ✓ —
Full key — ✓ —

Available Functions

KEY1 KEY2 KEY3 KEY4 DSK1-4
Transition CUT/MIX/WIPE CUT/MIX/WIPE CUT/MIX/WIPE CUT/MIX/WIPE CUT/MIX
Resizer ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ N/A

Key Formation

Diverse DVE Transitions

In addition to wipe, mix, and cut transitions, DVE transitions with 3D DVE 2ch, such as size reduction and sliding, can be performed. Paint, mosaic, defocus and other image effects are enabled for the A/B and key buses.

  • All channels are equipped with 3D DVE supporting background and keys for each ME.

Transitions and Effects Display Example

Page Turn

* images are simulated.

Memory Functions

Using memory function, setting, video and effects can be easily stored and recalled. It allows quick operation of switching and recalling effects in live video production, supports efficient operation and making it easy to perform video effects for more complicated operations.

  • Video memory
    The 4ch each of equipped CLIP and STILL memory (V+K) can be used simultaneously for video footage and saved to each of the 81ch in non-volatile internal memory (SSD). Up to 60s of video can be saved to video memory in standard mode, and up to 30s in high quality mode*. Clips can also be recorded with embedded audio. Playback can be linked to fader transitions in addition to the KEY ON/OFF and AUTO buttons.

    • * 4ch each of video and still memory plus an additional 81ch of stills within the SSD can be saved in the project file.
  • Animation wipe
    Animation wipes can be easily created using CLIP recorded to video memory. Playback can be linked to a fader transition. Material length can be adjusted by specifying clip IN and OUT points.

Animation Wipe Examples

  • Shot memory
    This function recalls background transition patterns or other video effects, including PinP size, position, border width, and key on (maximum of 81 memories). Effect dissolve can be set to ensure smooth switching from the current effect to the next effect registered in shot memory.

Display Example of Shot memory

  • Event memory
    This function allows continuous image effects to be registered and played back in a timeline, enabling complex image effects to be executed via simple operations. Seamless effects can be achieved by interpolating events with each other during continuous playback.
  • Macro memory
    This function allows record and playback of a series of operations on the Control Panel. It can also record and playback setting information, such as input/output and keyers. Macro memories can be played back by assigning them to the cross point buttons, such as macro bus, PGM, and PST.

Built-in 4ch MultiViewer Function

An independent 4ch MultiViewer output function is provided as standard, enabling displays of up to 16 split screens per channel.

  • MultiViewer can be selected from a total of nine patterns, including four split, five split (two patterns), six split (two patterns), nine split,10 split (two patterns), and 16 split.
  • Source names, tallies, audio level meters, clock and safety markers can be displayed.
  • Select between fit mode, in which the video image is the same size as the split frame, and squeeze mode, which places the source name and level meter outside the image.

Fit Mode Display Example

Squeeze Mode Display Example

MultiViewer Examples

Operability Enhanced

Operability Enhanced with Ergonomically Designed Panels

The graphical user interface combines excellent visibility with ease of operation
Control Panel
AV-HS60C2 (redundant power supply model)

KEY Bus Selector Buttons (ME1~ME4) (KEY BUS DELEGATION)

  • Switches bus column and functions operated by KEY bus
  1. Select KEY 1 to 4 key source/key fill bus (key source/key fill link coupling function available)
  2. Select DSK 1 to 4 key source/key fill bus (can be assigned to PGM1/PGM2)
  3. Select AUX1 to 16 bus (AUX1 to 4 support the MIX transition function)
    (AUX bus 1/2 to 15/16 have the crosspoint link coupling function)
  4. Select Utility bus*1
  5. Select MACRO bus*2
  • *1: This bus selects sources to be inserted in border background or key edge
  • *2: This bus plays back the macro memory

Crosspoint Buttons

  1. Eight colors can be used for grouping to matched sources
  2. Switching is possible among 24 crosspoints x four pages (96 total crosspoints)
  3. Assign and play back the macro memory

Source Name Display Panel

Displays crosspoint numbers, source display names, and macro names. Bit map characters can be displayed for source names

KEY Bus Crosspoint Buttons

  • Select source for the bus switched with KEY bus select buttons
  • Can playback macro memory

Multi-Selection Panel

  • Easy-to-use colored switches with tactile response
  • Wipe patterns, Event memory, Shot memory, Video memory (CLIP/STILL) can be registered and recalled

Wipe Pattern

Shot Memory

Event Memory

Video Memory (CLIP)

Video Memory (STILL)

Memory Card Slot

  • Video files, project files and log data can be stored / accessed on an SD memory card or SDHC memory card
  • * SD memory card and SDHC card are sold separately

Positioner

  • Provides cursor operation for positioning WIPE/PinP, size adjustment, chroma key

Transition

  1. Background/key transition
    Operate fader, AUTO, or CUT transitions
  2. Select transition type
    Select from WIPE, MIX, or NAM transitions
  3. Switch on/off the macro memory attachment function (macro attach)
    Enable/disable the macro memory play back trigger assigned to PGM bus, PST bus, or AUX bus buttons
  4. Fader play back of the event memory (EMEM link)
    Performs fader operation of the event memory
  5. Each row of the control panel operation (ME1 to 4) is selectable

Key, DSK Operation

  1. KEY/DSK transition
    Operates KEY 1 to 4, DSK 1 to 4 AUTO, CUT transition of each ME
  2. Key preset
    For KEY 1 to 4 and DSK 1 to 4 of each ME, register and access key preset

Large and easy-to-use touch panel
Menu Panel
AV-HS60C3G

  • 10.1-type(256.5 mm) Menu Panel with touch screen allows quick and easy menu operation
  • On-screen software keyboard/numerical keypad available
  • General-purpose DVI monitor can be used instead of Menu Panel

Two Types of Control Panels

Control Panel AV-HS60C2

Control Panel AV-HS60C4

Model no. ME Number XPT Power Supply Width
AV-HS60C2 2 ME 24 XPT Redundant Power Supply 980 mm
(38-19/32 inches)
AV-HS60C4 2 ME 16 XPT Redundant Power Supply 656 mm
(25-13/16 inches)

Flexible Scalability and Secure Operability

System Scalability

  • 24 AUX buses are provided. MIX transition is available from the AUX1 to AUX4 buses.
  • Menu operations can be performed from a PC or tablet via a network connection.

Compatible with a Variety of System Interfaces Via Plug-in Software

EXT_Control

This software allows sending and receiving information on source switching or source name for AV-HS7300 buses between external devices such as system controllers or tally interfaces connected via network. Control can be done via router control systems from Evertz and Utah Scientific.*

Evertz Utah Scientific
MAGNUM Router Control System SC-4 System Controller
  • * Please inquire with the individual manufacturer regarding router system settings.

Selectable GUI Operation

  • * DVI monitor and menu panel cannot be connected simultaneously (Select by switch on back side).

Backup System Connection

EXT_PANEL_IP

This software allows crosspoint switching, executing transitions, and controlling macro playback from a remote operation panel via an IP network. Control can be done from LAWO LBP series remote operation panel*

  • * Please inquire with LAWO regarding remote operation panel settings.

AUX_IP

This software allows crosspoint switching from a remote operation panel (VS-R45) via an IP network. (VS-R45 is a product of Venetex Corp.)

Plugin Software DOWNLOAD

Secure Backup System

  • A redundant power supply is provided for the mainframe and control panel.
  • Operation of up to three control panels is possible through an IP connection.
  • ME rows can be switched by swapping the ME panel and changing the output of the system when ME faults.
  • A web browser is provided to allow access to the GUI menu from a remote PC.
  • System settings and memory information can be saved and loaded as project files within mainframe storage, external SD memory cards, PCs.