Overview; Features - Sony MVS-8400 Operation Manual

Overview

The MVS-8400/8300/8200 Switcher Processor Pack is a
high-performance, multi-function processor for use in a
MVS-8000 Multi Format Switcher system. It has a wide
range of application, being usable in studios and the ENG
and OB vans of large-scale live production systems as well
as in postproduction editing systems.
The MVS-8400, the MVS-8300, and the MVS-8200 are a
generic name of the switcher processor unit having four,
three, and two M/E (mix/effects) option items installed in
it, respectively.

Features

Multi format support
This unit supports both HDTV and SDTV signal formats.
By using multi-format boards, switching can be made
easily from the center control panel of the MVS-8000
system without exchanging system boards. The wide range
of supported signal formats allows the unit to be used in
many different video production environments. The
following signal formats are supported.
• SDTV formats: 480i/59.94, 576i/50
• HDTV formats: 1080i/50, 1080i/59.94, 1080i/60,
1080p/23.976, 1080p/24, 1080p/25, 1080p/29.97,
1080p/30
When using HD only or SD only boards, you can still
change between the formats supported by the boards from
the control panel.
Highly expandable system configuration
By combining option boards, you can configure the
optimum system for your requirements, selecting HDTV,
SDTV or Multi format, the number of inputs and outputs,
and the number of M/E banks. The system's flexibility
guarantees its ability to meet future expansion
requirements.
High-performance keyers
Each M/E bank is equipped with four high-performance
keyers that provide the following standard functions.
• Ability to apply transitions to keyers independently of
the background
• Chroma key and color vector keys in each keyer
• FineKey TM , and key borders up to 8H
• Color mixable matte generator available for both key fill
and key borders
Simultaneous output of two programs
Each M/E bank is able to handle two simultaneous
program outputs, with the ability to apply any of the four
keys to program output. This gives the system the ability
to handle a wide range of operating situations, for example
simultaneous transmission of two programs.
Powerful preview functions
The system supports simultaneous output of look-ahead
previews (next preview) and key previews, and also
transition previews.
Powerful frame memory functions
Up to 58 HDTV still frames and 222 SDTV still frames
can be stored in frame memory, and up to eight frames can
be called up for use simultaneously. Frames are called up
instantly, making it possible to achieve animation effects.
Image movement and paint functions are also possible.
Still pictures from frame memory can be stored on the
internal hard disk drive of the center control panel, and still
pictures can be imported from and exported to PCs and
other external devices.
Links to DME functions
By connecting the unit to an MVE-8000 DME processor
Pack with a special cable, you can apply DME wipes and
processed keys and a wide variety of other DME functions
as if they were native switcher functions. All DME
functions can be controlled from the center control panel
of the MVS-8000 system.
Optional backup power supply
The unit is shipped with three power supplies as standard
equipment. You can also add an optional HK-PSU04
Power Supply Unit for backup power supply with a total of
four power supplies. The unit can be operated with three of
the four power supplies, reducing the risk of power trouble
and increasing the reliability of live broardcast systems.
High-performance color correction
Installation of the optional MKS-8420M board provides
high-performance, two-channel color correction
functionality.
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Overview