K2 Summit 3G production client

The K2 Summit 3G Production Client is optimized for a broad range of production and broadcast applications. The server supports end-to-end SD/HD workflows in DVCPRO, MPEG-2, AVC-Intra, H.264/AVCHD and DNxHD formats.

The K2 Summit 3G Production Client is optimized for production, live event workflows and broadcast applications. Teamed with the K2 Dyno Replay Controller and the GV STRATUS Video Production and Content Management Toolset, K2 Summit 3G offers an ideal solution for live events such as sports and concerts, studio production, news and any application that requires quick access to recorded media. A K2 Summit 3G Production Client can be configured as part of a SAN solution comprised of multiple K2 Summit clients, K2 media servers and K2 RAID storage — or deploy a standalone K2 Summit system with internal or external storage for use in a distributed environment. Both the SAN and standalone systems are optimized to work in a file-based environment.

The K2 Summit 3G Production Client is a 2 RU platform with redundant hot-swappable power supplies, as well as redundant Ethernet ports. It includes an embedded OS that runs off of an mSATA solid state drive (SSD) providing fast and reliable operation. To provide a cost-effective design with no single point of failure, each K2 Summit attached to a SAN offers two iSCSI or Fibre Channel ports to provide a backup data path in case of a failure. Each channel is built around a high-performance RISC processor, an embedded real-time operating system, and performs video/ audio processing in the robust and secure manner needed for a 24/7, frame-accurate environment.

3G offers an ideal solution for live events such as sports and concerts, studio production, news and any application that requires quick access to recorded media. A K2 Summit 3G Production Client can be configured as part of a SAN solution comprised of multiple K2 Summit clients, K2 media servers and K2 RAID storage — or deploy a standalone K2 Summit system with internal or external storage for use in a distributed environment. Both the SAN and standalone systems are optimized to work in a file-based environment.

K2 Production Features

The K2 Summit 3G Production Client has been specifically designed for the needs of live event productions such as sporting events where instant replays need to be available immediately at the push of a button. Highlights, playlists and resources such as record channels from multiple systems can be shared by users. All channels are bidirectional and can easily and quickly switch between record and play.

ChannelFlex

Proxy Encoding

Low-resolution proxy versions of media can be encoded and either streamed over IP networks or stored for use in distributed workflows. This enables extending access to more users to pro- duce content and to remotely monitor playback channels while conserving system resources.

Flexible Monitoring Options

With the built-in VGA multiviewer, all four chan- nels can be monitored in normal mode or up to eight streams when ChannelFlex (requires AppCenter Pro or Elite) is in operation. An SDI monitor output is available with timecode burn-in for each channel. A user-definable text overlay option (requires AppCenter Elite) is available for both monitor displays, enabling various information such as channel/clip name, transport controls, play speed, audio meters and more to be displayed in any location with various text sizes and colors. A truly unique feature allows a streaming proxy of either input or output video and audio to allow monitoring using an IP network and a standard client viewer.

Built-in Mix Effects

For generating quick highlight packages, often all that is required are simple dissolves or fades between two clips. Each channel has this capa- bility built-in (most servers require two channels to do a mix effect). An integrated mixer dissolves between two clips or to a matte color. The color and transition times are user-definable.

Multiple Format Capabilities

The K2 Summit 3G Production Client is the only server that provides agile codecs enabling playback of SD or HD content seamlessly on the same timeline with any supported format (DV/ DVCPRO, MPEG-2, AVC-Intra, H.264 or DNxHD). With seamless and automatic up/down/crosscon- version of clips to your desired output resolution, the K2 Summit 3G Production Client provides full support for all SD and HD formats. The K2 Summit 3G Production Client also supports the industry-wide AFD standard for aspect ratio con- version. As a result, you only need to store a sin- gle-format version of a clip in order to play it out in the appropriate SD or HD format. The K2 Summit 3G Production Client is capable of simultaneously encoding a low-resolution proxy along with the high-resolution recording to extend workflows to the user’s desktop. The K2 Summit 3G Production Client features smooth, high-quality, bidirectional, slow-motion playback and enhanced jog/shuttle control for all formats including MPEG-2 Long GOP. Playback trails recording by a fraction of a second so replay is virtually instantaneous (requires AppCenter Elite). Slo-mo playback and freeze frames are jitter-free at even the slowest speeds due to the use of line interpolation technology.