Creative Power At Your Fingertips!
The Overture1 Video Production System is fast to setup and intuitive to operate. Its sleek ergonomic design and comprehensive range of production tools give you creative power at your fingertips. This powerful production system will allow you to produce high quality programming and incorporate stunning effects. Overture1 is available with either of our award winning OvertureSD or OvertureMD video production switchers, so whatever your production needs – now or in the future – the Echolab Overture1 will ensure they are met.
The Industries Most Advanced Take Block
Overture1 offers 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.
Overture1 sets a new standard on the number and type of transitions available in the Take Block. In addition to the standard Mix/Wipe functions found in traditional switchers, Overture1 features Dip, DVE and Stinger™ transitions. The Dip transition lets you easily mix through any intermediate source, for example dip through white or dip through the station logo, while the DVE transition extends your creative freedom by providing powerful 2D and 3D transitions such as push offs, squeeze offs and graphic wipes.
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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 Take Block so that it is easy to operate for all users and leaves all of the upstream and downstream keyers available for compositing the output. |
Invaluable SuperSource™
Overture1 comes standard with the unique new SuperSource™ crosspoint. The SuperSource™ is a pre-composited input that allows you to build a custom layout using up to 2 DVE’s and graphic (over or under), and assign that layered composition to a crosspoint button. The SuperSource™ includes three of its own keyers leaving upstream and downstream keyers available for adding lower thirds, tickers and other elements.
Superior Keying Power
The Overture1 has a total of 10 internal keyers:
• 2 Traditional downstream keyers with Perfect Edge™ Technology
• 4 M/E keyers (Linear + Chroma) with Perfect Edge™ Technology
• 1 Stinger™ transition Keyer
• 3 SuperSource™ crosspoint Keyers |
SUPERSOURCE™
a layered composition assigned to a
crosspoint button for easy switching
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Traditional downstream keyers are accessible from the 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, and take it to air with the next transition or immediately to air using the cut and auto buttons in the DSK block. There are 4 full featured upstream keyers with Perfect Edge™ Technology. Configured using the system control block, the keyers let you add Linear Keys, Shaped Keys, Chroma Keys, and Pattern keys upstream of the M/E. A keyer, built into the Take Block is used for creating unique transitions such as the graphic wipe, and Stinger™ transition. The special SuperSource™ crosspoint keyers are used to build a custom layout available through a crosspoint button, which can consist of up to 3 sources using 3 keyers.
Easy to Use System Control
Overture1 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.
OvertureMD Rear Chassis
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OvertureMD is the very latest in multi definition switcher technology offering an impressive list of features including internal frame synchronizers, up/down/cross conversion, and high quality multi channel 3D DVE’s. It has been designed from the ground up with the ability to handle standard definition and high definition formats.
Up/Down/Cross Conversion
OvertureMD has an impressive list of internal conversion options that allow it to accept a wide variety of input formats of the same frame rate and output in 1080i, 720p and standard definition formats. This ability to convert in the mainframe simplifies system design and reduces overall costs significantly. Conventional multi-format switchers have a set operational format and require conversion and synchronization to be carried out externally which can have a significant impact on the overall system design: increased cabling, power consumption and equipment costs.
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Internal A to D and D to A Conversion
Existing analog equipment can be used with the switcher and new digital equipment can be added without rewiring the whole studio. OvertureMD supports analog signals of all types so that budget conscious studios can make the move to HD and still incorporate existing analog equipment.
OvertureMD Input Modules
Standard input modules have 4 analog/digital inputs. Each input consists of 4 BNC connectors; 1 for SDI and 3 that support composite, Y/C, or analog component. Both analog and digital inputs can be physically connected allowing you to choose either analog or digital from the control panel during production. All processing is done at full 10-bit 4:2:2 resolution ensuring that quality is maintained thoughout the system.
OvertureMD Output Modules
Standard output modules have 4 analog/digital outputs. Each output consists of 4 BNC connectors; 1 for SDI and 3 that together support composite, Y/C, or analog component output. Both analog and digital outputs are live, where the analog is a copy of its digital counterpart. This duplicate signal provides a convenient way to send feeds to additional devices such as DVD recorders or tape decks. Multi-format output is available via Echolab down/cross conversion modules - providing simultaneous 1080 / 720 / SD output of any signal.
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Internal Floating Frame Synchronizers
Typical production systems can have a number of un-timed feeds such as satellite, remote studios or microwave links which must be synchronized before they can be fed to the production switcher. The Echolab Overture Series of switchers include 4 internal floating frame synchronizers standard! Internal frame synchronizers are advantageous as they reduce cabling, reduce power consumption, save valuable rack space and allow for fewer points of failure. The available synchronizers can be dynamically assigned to any input. Additional synchronizer options can be purchased to allow all inputs to accept un-timed feeds if desired. |
Internal Floating Frame Buffers
Frame buffers are valuable in any production environment. For certain applications a few frame buffers can replace a dedicated clip/still store. The Echolab internal frame buffers offer tremendous flexibility with an easy to use workflow. Internal frame buffers simplify installation, reduce power consumption and save valuable rack space. The frame buffers can be dynamically assigned to any input. This flexibility lets you configure the switcher to your workflow. Stills can be captured from any input and stored into the floating frame buffer. Lower thirds and other CG can be transferred to the switcher using a Photoshop plug-in or an easy to use utility that downloads graphic files to the mainframe via Ethernet.
3D DVE with Warp and Lighting
Unique to OvertureMD - the optional 3D DVE! It comes standard with advanced curvilinear effects such as page turns, ripples, flag waves and many more, all combined with powerful lighting tools to ensure an eye catching video transition.
Up to 4 channels of DVE can be installed and assigned to any M/E or appear as transition effects in an M/E ‘take block’. When assigned to the ‘take block’, a DVE effect becomes the equivalent of a wipe – assign a key and fill to a DVE to make an animated graphic ‘wipe’ to your next source.
As with other effects and transitions, DVE moves can be pre-built and combined to create stunning sequences that can be fired at the touch of a button or triggered as part of a larger effects sequence. |
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