Sony is introducing an HD version of its Anycast Station – a portable studio for live content creation.
The new HD-only version (model AWS-G500HD) maintains the original multi-functionality of its SD predecessor. It combines the features of a six-input video switcher and six-stereo channel audio mixer, special effects generator, LCD screen, control of Sony PTZ robotic cameras, RGB connection for PC and projector display, and an encoder and Web server for delivering streaming media. There’s also a still store, character generator, scale converter and frame synchronizer.
The system comes preconfigured with an HD analog component interface module (BKAW-560) and an HD-SDI interface module (BKAW-590). Sony has left the third interface module slot empty, giving users the option for adding specific boards. $19,500.
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