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Image Server 2000
At 25 Mb/s and lower, three simultaneous channels may be operated. At 50 Mb/s, the Image
Server 2000 will support
two simultaneous video streams: either two in playback, or one record
and one playback.
Image Servers Support
Traditional VTR Functions
The Image Server is a perfect drop-in replacement for popular VTRs. It saves costs for tape,
machine maintenance, cassette prep, and storage. The three output channels perform any
combination of tasks including automation commands, trimming, browsing, or manual playout.
Unlike a VTR, the Image Server can simultaneously record and play a program, providing a
broadcast delay of any length. A new recording can start at any time, even when two simultaneous
playbacks are in progress. As a VTR replacement, the Image Server is controlled through a
standard serial interface. Many popular serial protocols are supported, allowing the Image Server
to immediately operate with the controllers you already own.
Compatibility with Automation Controllers
Image Servers work with automation controllers from many different manufacturers. They
use established VDCP and Odetics® protocols and provide a 9-pin control input port for each
server channel, for maximum flexibility. 360 Systems’ Automation Partners provide controllers for
applications ranging from low-cost systems for public access and educational programming, up to
large-scale broadcast solutions. Contact a 360 Systems application engineer for assistance with
your requirements.
Remote Controls
Many hardware accessories are available from third-party manufacturers to perform
transport control, trimming, clip replay and playlisting. These may employ VDCP, P2, or Odetics
protocols. Contact us for assistance with a specific application.
The Image Server also provides six GPI inputs, for remote control of play, stop, and record
functions from push-button panels or other GPI-controlled equipment. Six outputs are also
provided for command acknowledgement, and may drive LEDs or logic inputs.
Extended Feature Set
The Image Server encodes video in MPEG-2 format, in either 4:2:2 Profile with data rates to
50 Mb/s, or in Main Profile from 2 to 15 Mb/s. Both I-frame and long-GOP formats are supported.
File transfers in MXF-format are compatible with servers from many other market leaders.
The recent DV and Graphics Option allows Direct Digital Import™ of DV and TARGA files
over Ethernet. DV files may also be edited, playlisted, stored and played out. TARGA files will be
converted into separate MPEG-2 Key and Fill files, which can then be played out as a synchronized
pair, for downstream compositing in a switcher.