Sony MVS-8000X User Manual page 31

Powerful frame memory functions
The frame memory can hold approximately 1000 frames in an HDTV system
(approximately 2000 frames in 720P/59.94 format), or approximately 5000
frames in an SDTV system in 480i/59.94 format, or approximately 4000
frames in 576i/50 format, and allows eight frames (four frames in 1080P
format) to be recalled simultaneously.
Link operation with DME
By means of the dedicated DME interface, a range of DME functions including
DME wipes and processed keys can be handled as switcher functions.
By connecting two MVE-8000A or MVE-9000 unit, you can interface to a
maximum of eight DME channels.
When the signal format is 1080P, you can also connect up to four MVE-8000A
units, which enables a maximum of eight channels to be interfaced.
Designed for use in a live broadcasting environment
Flexible control panel layout
Because of its modular design, the various sections of the control panel can be
laid out as required. This allows a flexible layout appropriate to the system
operation.
High-performance user interface
The menu control block provides a large color LCD panel, with rapid touch-
panel menu selection.
The source name displays and buttons in the Flexi Pad TM and shotbox control
blocks have color backlit LCD displays. The signal names, and graphical
representations of the patterns associated with buttons provide intuitive
feedback, and allow the immediate decisions that are required in a live
operating environment.
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Features of the MVS-8000X Multi Format Switcher System