OvertureSD 3216

OvertureSD 1616

Intuitive Transition Block Overture2 has two fully independent M/Es with easy to use transition blocks offering intuitive next-transition workflow with a variety of transition options-including the unique Stinger™ transition Next-transition workflow makes it easy to manage layers and backgrounds that are “on air” or “in transition”. Illuminated buttons indicate current “on air” layers and allow instant changes. Each M/E can be used independently to drive separate program outputs as each transition block includes its own Fade To Black and Transition Preview buttons. Overture2 sets a new standard on the number and type of transitions available in the transition block. In addition to the standard Cut/Mix/Wipe functions found in traditional switchers, Overture2 features Dip, DVE, Stinger™ and Fade to Black transitions in each M/E. The Dip transition lets you easily mix through an intermediate source, while the DVE transition extends your creative freedom by providing powerful 2D (SD Systems) and 3D (MD Systems) transitions, including graphic wipes and page turns. The unique Stinger™ transition makes it easy to use animated transitions. With the push of a single button, you can trigger an external animation sequence in conjunction with a perfectly timed transition effect, traditionally only performed by the most experienced operators. Stinger™ effects use a unique keyer that has been designed into the transition block, leaving all of the upstream and downstream keyers available for compositing your output. More Power to the Crosspoint Overture2 comes with easy to read high contrast RGB Mnemonic displays, user-definable graphical macro keys and a unique new SuperSource™ crosspoint. The high contrast 36 x 24 pixel Mnemonic displays are 100% user defined and can display alphanumeric characters or graphics created on an external bitmap editor. User selectable background colors make it possible to noticeably group inputs. Imagine seeing all VTR inputs in yellow, and all camera inputs in blue! Each M/E has five user-definable live event macro keys. A total of 10 macros give the operator one-button control over user definable events, such as launching a macro, changing key type, or triggering external devices. Now, with just the push of one button, you can play a clip and take it to air. The SuperSource™ is a pre-composited input that allows you to build a custom layout using DVE’s and graphics, and assign that layered composition to a crosspoint button. The SuperSource™ includes its own keyers leaving upstream and downstream keyers available for adding lower thirds, tickers and other elements. Superior Keying Power The Overture2 has a total of 13 internal keyers: 2 Traditional downstream keyers 4 M/E keyers (Linear + Chroma) 2 Stinger™ transition Keyers 5 SuperSource™ crosspoint Keyers 4 Box SuperSource™ Traditional downstream keyers are accessible from a dedicated DSK block, and allow the creation of flawless keys thanks to Perfect Edge™ Technology. A DSK “Tie/Preview” button enables you to configure the key, tie it to M/E 0, then take it to air with the next transition on M/E 0 or immediately to air using the cut and auto buttons in the DSK block. There are 2 full featured upstream keyers with Perfect Edge™ Technology in each M/E. Configured using the system control block, the upstream keyers let you add Linear Keys, Shaped Keys, Chroma Keys, and Pattern keys. A keyer, built into the transition block of each M/E, is used for creating unique transitions such as the graphic wipe, and Stinger™. The special SuperSource™ crosspoint keyers are used to build a custom layout available through a crosspoint button, which can consist of up to 4 sources using 5 keyers. Easy to Use System Control Overture2 makes setting rates, adjusting parameters and controlling 3rd party devices quick, intuitive, and easy to use. Smart buttons display context sensitive options, such as displaying pictures of the available wipe patterns, auxiliary output assignments, DVE moves, and keyer setup. New Echolab Dual Panel Operation Echolab has announced the availability of dual panel operation for the company's advanced Overture2 standard definition (SD) and multidefinition (MD) video production system. Dual panel operation allows one Overture2 switcher chassis to operate under the control of two panels, each panel controlling one of the two independent M/Es, thus providing users with the flexibility to produce two independent productions or to use separate control panels for collaborative switching of a single program. "The added versatility the dual panel operation brings to the Overture2 switcher not only enables better sharing of sources across a facility, but also reduces overall equipment costs by allowing a single switcher chassis to support multiple productions," said Echolab President Nigel Spratling. "The Echolab Overture2 is designed to offer high-end functionality and intuitive operation at a competitive price point, and the dual panel operation enhances the value of these switching systems by allowing users to get broader use out of a single, compact, and cost-effective switching system." Dual panel operation allows production facilities to install just one switcher system in support of two studios and control rooms. The second control panel may be used as many as 100 meters from the switcher chassis. In live entertainment production, the dual panel operation simplifies simultaneous switching of on-stage video and a broadcast feed. Rather than work around each other at a single control interface, two operators can switch more comfortably and effectively from their own panels. Dual panel operation is also valuable in training applications, giving instructors the ability to oversee and, if necessary, override the student using a separate panel. Because button presses on the 1-M/E panel cause corresponding buttons to light on the main control panel, it's easy for the instructor or student to see what the other is doing as they switch a program.

Chassis Specifications General OvertureSD Video Processing 10 bit 4:2:2 Serial Digital External Reference Digital Genlock Status Indicators Yes, LED Width 17" (43.18cm) Height 10.4" (26.42cm) Depth 13.74" (34.9cm) Size in RU 6RU Width - 32/16 Chassis 17" (43.18cm) Height - 32/16 Chassis 17.8" (45.21cm) Depth - 32/16 Chassis 13.74" (34.9cm) Size in RU - 32/16 Chassis 11 RU Inputs Number of Inputs 8 - 32 SD-SDI (SMPTE 259M) Yes Analog YPbPr Component Yes Analog RGB Component Yes Y/C (S-Video) Yes Composite (CVBS) Yes Input "Self Timing" Window +/- 18uS Auto Equalization 280 Meters Max Return Loss 15dB Minimum Outputs Number of Outputs 4 -16 SD-SDI (SMPTE 259M) Yes Analog YPbPr Component Yes Analog RGB Component Yes Y/C (S-Video) Yes Composite (CVBS) Yes Output Signal Level 750-850 mV p-p Program Output User Configurable Preview Output User Configurable Aux Outputs User Configurable Clean Feed User Configurable Supported Native Resolution 525/59.94 (NTSC) Yes 625/50 (PAL) Yes Power Power Supply 1 Standard Redundant Hot Swappable Power Supply 1 Additional (Optional) Input Voltage 100-240V, 4A, 50-60Hz Connectivity Edit Port (RS 422) 1 Serial Port (RS 232) 1 Ethernet 10/100 Tally 32 Mappable Tally Relays GPI 3 User Programmable GPO 2 User Programmable External Memory Compact Flash Protocols VDCP Server Control Yes Character Generator Interface Yes Multi-Viewer Interface Yes User Configuration Configuration Interface PC Based Source Naming Yes Source Mapping Any Source to Any Crosspoint GPIO Events Programmable Native Resolution Switchable Network Settings Static IP Features Internal Floating Frame Synchronizers Optional Internal Floating Frame Stores Optional Internal A to D and D to A Conversion Yes Simultanious Analog and Digital Output Yes 2D DVE 2 Channels Frame Buffers 2, or 1 With Alpha Capture to Frame Buffer From Any Input View Modes Frame, Field 1 Documentation / Support / Warranty Installation Guide Yes Operation Manual Yes Training DVD Yes OnSite Commissioning Available OnSite Training Available 24/7 Lifetime Phone Tech support Yes Warranty Full 3 Year Free Firmware Upgrades Lifetime

Panel Specifications General Overture2 Direct Cross Points 20 Shifted Cross Points 20 Crosspoint Button Type NKK Soft Touch, Tri-Color LED Crosspoint Display High Contrast RGB Bitmap Menu Driven Keyers, Aux Routing, etc... Yes Menu Driven "Soft" Buttons and Knobs Yes Programmable Menu Yes Next Transition Selectors BKG, Key1 - Key2 DSK Transition Selectors Auto, Cut, Tie/Pvw Transition Selection Switches Yes, With Indicators Preview Next Transition Yes, on Each M/E Transition Rate Displays Yes On-Air Indicator LED Panel Display 4 Line Interactive Fader Bars 2 3-Axis Joystick Yes Rotary Encoders Yes Numeric Keypad Yes Remote Auxiliary Panel Up to 4 (Optional) Dimensions Width 37.27" Height 5.12" Depth 14.14" Cutout Width 36.27" Cutout Depth 16.67" Power Redundant Power Supply Standard Panel Input Voltage 120-220V ~, 110VA, 50-60Hz (Per Outlet) Panel Power Usage 75W Features Next Transition Workflow Yes "Look Ahead" Preview Yes, on Each M/E Effects Take to Air Auto, Cut, Fader Bar Transitions Mix, Wipe, Dip, DVE, Stinger, FTB Transition Rate Adjustable Main Pattern Generators 2 (1 per M/E) Basic Wipes 18 SMPTE DVE Transitions Over 32 in SD, Over 100 in MD Pattern Adjustments Positioning, Symmetry Wipe / DVE Borders Yes Border Sources Any Source Border Width Variable Border Softness Yes DSK with Perfect Edge Technology 2 DSK Types Linear, Shaped DSK Take Auto, Cut, Tie/Pvw DSK Transition Rate Adjustable DSK Preview Yes DSK Masks 2 (1 Per Keyer) DSK Memory / Recall Yes, Referenced to Fill Source M/E Keyers with Perfect Edge Technology 4 Total, 2 on Each M/E M/E Key Types Linear, Shaped, Chroma, Pattern M/E Key Pattern Generators 4 (1 Per Keyer) M/E Key Masks 4 (1 Per Keyer) M/E Key Viewable Matte Yes M/E Key Mask Resets Yes M/E Chroma Keyers 4 M/E Key Chroma Hue Adjustment Yes M/E Key Chroma Acceptance Angle Adjustable, Narrow / Wide M/E Key Chroma Luminance Suppression Yes M/E Key Chroma Lift (Spill Suppression) Yes M/E Key Memory / Recall Yes, Referenced to Fill Source M/E Key Reset Yes Stinger Graphic Wipe Keyers 2 (1 per M/E) Stinger Key Types Linear, Shaped Stinger GPO Event Yes Super Source Keyers 5 Super Source Graphic Key Type Linear, Shaped 3D DVE Up to 4 (MD System Only) 3D Rotation / Perspective Yes 3D Warp Effects Yes 3D Lighting Effects Yes 3D DVE Border Generator Yes Fade to Black Yes, on Each M/E Fade to Black Transition Yes, Rate Adjustable Color Matte Generators 2 Panel Saves / Recalls 99 Per User Mode Macros / Sequences User Programmable Total Macros / Sequences 999 Documentation / Support / Warranty Installation Guide Yes Operation Manual Yes Panel Layout / Installation Drawing Yes Training DVD Yes OnSite Commissioning Available OnSite Training Available 24/7 Lifetime Phone Technical Support Yes Warranty Full 3 Year Free Firmware Upgrades Lifetime