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K2 Solo 3G system features

The following features apply to the K2 Solo 3G Media Server:

  • Windows 7 64-bit embedded operating system.
  • Embedded Security for protection against viruses and other unauthorized programs.
  • Bidirectional channels (channel can be either an input channel or it can be an output channel).
  • Two channels per chassis.
  • SDI video inputs and outputs.
  • AES/EBU or embedded audio inputs and outputs.
  • Standard Definition (SD) video formats and High Definition (HD) video formats.
  • HD/SD-SDI monitor output with timecode burn-in and custom text overlays.
  • Multiviewer monitor mode with custom text overlays.
  • Built-in mix effects within a single play channel.
  • Fast boot times with embedded operating system on CompactFlash media.
  • Support for DV, MPEG-2, AVCHD/H.264, AVC-Intra, AVC-LongG, and Avid DNxHD. For details regarding licenses, hardware support, and video codec specifications, refer to related topics in the "Using K2 AppCenter" section of the K2 Topic Library.
  • 3G codec module. Codec option card not supported on K2 Solo system.
  • Mixed format playback of SD or HD clips on the same timeline.
  • Up/down/cross HD/SD conversion (e.g. SD and HD clips ingested, then played back as SD or HD clips) or as a different SD or HD format (e.g. 720p to 1080i). Aspect ratios are adjusted.
  • VGA monitoring capability.
  • Compact Flash System drive.
  • Type IV CPU carrier module with 8 GB RAM.
  • USB 3.0 interface for file exchange.
  • Ability to create nested bins, i.e. sub-bins within bins.
  • Freeze mode can be frame or field.
  • Various video mix effects (e.g. dissolves between two video and audio tracks on the same channel, or fade thru matte color).
  • Remote operation and configuration via AppCenter.
  • Gigabit Ethernet.
  • AMP, VDCP, and BVW remote control protocols supported.
  • Remote control over RS-422 or Ethernet.
  • ExpressCard.
  • Super Slo-Mo, Multi-cam, and 3D/Video + Key features are available as part of the ChannelFlex Suite with AppCenter Elite.
  • Low-resolution proxy files created during record and live streaming from SDI In/out are available as part of the AppCenter Pro and Elite licenses.
  • Internal media storage.
  • Support for Dyno S.
  • QuickTime-compatible file system for edit-in-place with Final Cut Pro 7, EDIUS and other NLEs control operation with Grass Valley production switchers and vision mix.

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