One of the unique features of all Broadcast Pix systems is control room operations are so integrated that
compelling live video can be created by a minimal staff, even one person. A technical director can switch and
control cameras, key on lower thirds, update guest graphics, change over-the-shoulder boxes, roll in opens and
packages, plus trigger audio commands, all from one control panel. This tight interaction makes productions more
efficient, and enables a solo operator to create a show that requires a team in a conventional studio.
Two Person Operation
However, the Granite system is not limited to one person operation. There are times when in addition to having a
complex switched production, multiple graphics and clips need to be updated and changed on the fly. The Granite
system is highly scalable, and can easily accommodate multiple users. A common setup up for a Broadcast Pix
studio is a technical director switching and calling the camera shots, plus a second operator changing graphics and
clips as needed. Both users are controlling the same Broadcast Pix system, the technical director with the 2 M/E
control panel, and the graphics operator with a keyboard, mouse and dedicated graphics monitor.
Team Operation
Technical Director
Graphics/Clips Operator
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For even more demanding productions, where each device needs to have a separate operator, the Granite system
easily adjusts. It effectively has 2 control points, one is the 2 M/E control panel and the other is the keyboard and
mouse. When other users need access to a keyboard and mouse, other computers, of any kind, can easily be
networked together to add more control points.
SoftPanels for Larger Teams
Through the use of SoftPanels, which are virtual control panels, users enter an IP address and have access to any
part of the control panel to assist the director in various show needs. Since SoftPanels are Flash-based, users can
right-click and zoom into various parts of the control panel for a custom look, as shown below. This not only
focuses the user on their section, but also limits access to other parts of the panel, that the director may not want
anyone to control. You may have as many SoftPanel licenses installed on your system as you wish, and they can
easily be added on as an option. Each control panel/SoftPanel uses one license, the Granite 5000 comes with 4
licenses, but more may be beneficial.
Technical Director
2 ME Technical Director
Graphics Operator
Clips Operator
on SoftPanel
Network
Switch
ME 1 Technical Director
on SoftPanel
