Renewed Vision Debuts ProVideoServer at InfoComm
Renewed Vision has debuted at InfoComm something called the ProVideoServer (PVS) — a four-channel HD video server with synchronization.
Eight years ago, Renewed Vision introduced ProVideoSync, a dual-channel media server for synchronized playback of two channels of what they call “broadcast-quality” video with select video codecs. Since that time, codecs like H.264 that were originally suitable for web video became of a better quality, distribution of content over the web became more desirable, remote control capabilities in video switchers became more widespread, and the appetite for even more video channels has grown.
The new PVS accommodates up to four channels of HD video from a single computer with support for commonly used codecs, such as ProRes, H.264 and others. Delivering broadcast-quality HD-SDI output, synchronization is possible for two to four channels — or two sets of two channels — and all video can be re-sized and re-timed on the fly. A graphic layer allows for image overlay on any channel.
Mac-based with support for Thunderbolt and PCI video peripherals, ProVideoServer offers VITC (VANC) compatibility for count-up and countdown clocks through supported cards. Serial communication over Ethernet allows per channel control from a video switcher, and playlist workflow and hot folder support make it easy to build cues for an entire event or show. PVS additionally features real-time frame latency adjustment controls between linked video channels as well as multi-channel audio support with on-screen meters.
It’s already on the company’s website and here are all the specs.