USA: Echolab Corporation, a provider of professional video production switchers and broadcast tools, has introduced the 1-M/E Overture1 and 2-M/E Overture2 production switchers, available in standard definition (SD) and multi-definition (MD) models. Both systems combine internal conversion and synchronization with layering and special effects to provide control over production tasks and streamline creation of the on-air look.

The Overture series supports live production while introducing additional keyers and new transition, layering, and keying features to allow application of visual effects. Internal conversion, synchronization, and still stores eliminate the need for external systems to streamline the workflow and expenses.

In addition to four ME keys and two downstream keyers which enable title keying for graphics, logos, and bugs, the Overture family features SuperSource crosspoint keys to enable transitions. The SuperSource feature adds three new keyers to allow the operator to build a custom layout which can consist of up to three sources using three keyers, available through a crosspoint button.

A DVE key in each ‘take block’ enables instant transition effects, and the MD Overture systems offer up to four channels of DVE with warp and lighting effects. DVE capabilities are complemented by 34 internal graphics/still stores. The Overture systems also feature the new Stinger transition, a special ‘take block’ keyer with combined mix/wipe and graphic control that reduces animated transitions to a single button operation.

Overture switchers accept up to 32 multi-format analogue and digital signals and provide as many as 16 multi-format outputs. Internal frame synchronization ensures the quality of effects, and integrated up/crossconversion within MD models streamlines switching of video in multiple formats.

More information about the Overture series is available at www.echolab.com

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