MediaXtreme MXB-HD - HDTV Input/Output Configuration

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The MediaXtreme™ Broadcast media server (MXB-HD) significantly cuts post-production time by putting the same award-winning media scheduling and management tools in the hands of anyone who needs high definition video output.

Affordable and media rich, MediaXtreme Broadcast-HD delivers scheduled high-def programs for local origination channels (LOC), or it can supplement existing HD television channels with value-added information such as crawls, banners and automated data.

Best of all, our MediaZone software controls multiple media servers over a network that you can manage remotely from your office, or we can provide enterprise-wide network management for a service fee--letting you focus on what is most important to your business. At Keywest Technology, we build our solutions around your needs!

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Learn about our free alert software feature that saves lives;
Learn about our free Internet weather feature;
Learn about our free RSS reader that comes standard on any MediaXtreme configuration;
Learn how to add syndicated news feeds to any MediaXtreme;
Learn more about our other digital signage add-ons and enhancements.

TotalCARE® support and warranty.

Owning technology should be about benefits –not technical headaches. That is why we provide TotalCARE, our “no worry” warranty with every MediaXtreme Broadcast system. Our TotalCARE support team is available 24/7 and can be contacted via telephone, chat or email for quick, expert support.

No unnecessary external conversions.

With MediaXtreme Broadcast, the integrity of the original digital signal is carried through to the distribution network providing exceptional performance. By eliminating unnecessary external conversions that limit bandwidth and add unwanted noise, quality is increased and cost is further reduced.

What makes it better?

Here’s a quick run down on just what we do and do better with the MediaXtreme Broadcast media server:

Keywest Technology's MediaZone editor blends common PC media, graphics and audio files in real time.
Up to four "media zones" plus a background using our handy template configuration.
Broadcast quality character generator (24-bit graphics) plug-in is included. Our MediaCreator CG format has wide usage and support in nonlinear video editors. Supports all standard PC graphic extensions and TruType fonts.

MediaZone and MediaCreator software combine to give you:

Template-based media management
Dynamic text insertion with CG alpha key
Dynamic logo insertion with CG alpha key
Dynamic crawl insertion (supports up to 5) with CG alpha key
Dynamic scroll insertion with CG alpha key
Dynamic Preview Window “real sizes” media to playout in native aspect
Built-in support for MPEG 1, MPEG 2, MPEG-4, AVC H.264, WMV, VOB, MOV and AVI (1)
Built-in support for animated GIF logos
Built-in support for Flash™ animations
Built-in support for HTML page capture
Built-in support for PowerPoint™
Built-in RSS reader utility
Built-in Internet weather utility
External I/O for data sourcing and event triggers

File formats

MediaXtreme media server supports all popular digital media files including standard PC graphic extensions, PC audio including 5.1, PowerPoint® , Adobe® Flash, MPEG 1, 2, 4-WMV, AVC H.264, Windows® Media and AVI (1), VOB (DVD) and HTML. Graphics file support includes .jpg, .bmp, .gif, .tif, .png, .pcx, .pag. Audio file support includes wav, .mp3, .wma.

Media software

Our exclusive MediaZone editor and MediaCreator CG put you in control with an easy-to-use PC GUI providing you the creativity of non-linear editing without any rendering time.

Benefits

Enables rich media communications by leveraging high-res digital media assets in broadcast, cable, IPTV, digital signage, information channel and community access markets.
Allows remote management of scheduling and media content updates for greatest efficiency.
Perfect match with high-res display panels at native resolutions for sharpest image possible.
Wide media support allows communicators to repurpose content so production time and cost is minimized.
Exclusive playlist editor options allow simple or complex playlists to be developed or changed in seconds with no time-wasting rendering.

Where to use

Broadcast, CATV and IPTV
With the MediaXtreme, cable and broadcast systems can offer value-added information affordably, without compromising quality.
Community Information
Turn boring cable TV community bulletin boards into something special with the MediaXtreme media server. The MediaXtreme delivers a robut media playlist with video support to liven up any community channel.
CCTV
Whether it’s a club, resort or corporation, communication is key to building a cohesive community. The MediaXtreme delivers the tools needed to keep members or employees informed visually with announcements, ads, weather information and even news.
Educational Channel
Highlight the latest happenings, schedules and even lunch menus at school. Completes the curriculum gap between Tech Ed classes by broadcasting assignments “on air” using school CCTV system. Use the MediaXtreme as part of digital signage system to recognize achievement in classroom, on the playing field or in other extracurricular activities.

Specifications

Physical Dimensions
3.5 (H) x 19 (D) x 17 (W) inches
(8.9 x 48.3 x 43.2 cm)
Weight (actual): 13.5 lbs. (6.12kg)
Weight (Shipping DIM): 30 lbs. (13.6kg)

External Control
10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet
(2) USB 2.0
RS-232

HDTV Configuration Input/Output
(1) 75ohm BNC Input (HD-SDI)
(2) 75ohm BNC Output (HD-SDI)
AES Audio Input: 2 Channels unbalanced AES/EBU compatible with S/PDIF
AES Audio Output: 2 Channels unbalanced AES/EBU compatible with S/PDIF
AES Word Clock: No
SDI Audio Input: 8 Channel support
SDI Audio Output: 8 Channel support
Analog Audio Input: 2 Channels (balanced)
Analog Audio Output: 2 Channels (balanced)
Sync Input: TriSync

Standards
HD Format: 1080PsF23.98/24, 1080i48, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 720p59.94, 720p60, 720p50
SDI Compliance: SMPTE 292M, 259M, 296M, 372M, and ITU-R BT.656, .601

Processing
Quantization: 10-bit
Color Precision: 4:2:2 10-bit
Color Space: 4:2:2 YUV

Environmental
Operating Temperature: 0-40°C
Storage Temp: -20°C to +70°C Non-condensing
Humidity: 90% max (non-condensing)

Data Storage
200GB HDD Standard – Expandable to over 400GB

Power
PSU: 100/240 VAC, 47-63 Hz 55W (UL/CE)

MediaZone Editor Software Requirements

Microsoft® Windows® 2000, XP/Pro or Vista™

Intel® Pentium® 4, Intel Centrino Duo®, or AMD® 1.8GHz CPU

1GB RAM (2GB RAM with Vista)

32-bit graphics card with 256MB on-board video memory with overlay surface support

Direct-X 9.0

600MB of available disk space

LAN/WAN connectivity required for remote digital signage system control

USB or CD/DVD for non-network updates