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Zandar to unveil next
generation predator series multiviewer, the predator ii, at ibc07!
August 9th 2007
Dublin, 9 August 2007 - Zandar Technologies, a leading technology innovator and pioneer in MultiViewer systems,
are launching their next generation Predator Series MultiViewer at the IBC 2007 exhibition at the Amsterdam RAI, Holland between 7 - 11 September, 2007.
At their stand at IBC 2007, Zandar Technologies will be revealing the next generation of their Predator series, the
Predator II, in a 2RU model (HD16, HD20, HD24 and HD32). The Predator II was created in response to feedback from customers and integrators and is a major step towards the control room of the future. The Predator II improves the efficiency of viewing and monitoring a multitude of sources and is designed for TV stations and broadcasters in production, outside broadcast, master control, transmission and confidence monitoring.
The Predator II retains the pristine image quality and minimal frame delay that are central to Zandar's Predator Series and offers enhanced monitoring functions for the control of multiple systems in a scalable virtual Wall. It allows seamless integration with third party equipment and controllers and fast response through status reporting using video, audio, metadata and system data monitoring. By virtualising ancillary equipment such as UMDs, tally lamps and studio clocks, it allows savings on not only ancillary equipment, but also on space, power and air conditioning.
Based on next generation video processing technology, it allows advanced alarm-based detection of technical faults commonly encountered in a control-room. It offers aspect ratio management to facilitate both 4:3 and 16:9 broadcasts, auto-sensing HD-SDI, SDI and composite video PAL or NSTC inputs via BNC, removing the need for converters and easing migration to HD. The improved graphics engine offers scalable text, additional fonts, 3D graphics, logos, bitmaps and faster refresh rates. These 2RU enclosures feature dual redundant power supplies for 24/7 operation.
"The Predator 2 has been introduced as a direct result of extensive research and customer feedback on what broadcasters are demanding in today's master control and production environments", explains Deirdre Smith, CEO at Zandar Technologies. She continues "The announcement of our Predator II marks an important step along the road to the completely virtual monitor wall and presents a unique combination of features, more typical of high-end, high costs systems, packaged in a cost effective, easy-to-use system. She concludes: "This year has been an exciting year for Zandar Technologies as we are announcing two major products which are real innovations in this market. We're certain that they will generate considerable excitement with both new and existing customers."
Alongside the new Predator II, Zandar will be displaying their complete range of Zandar MultiViewers including the Predator HD and FusionPro+ series as well as advanced control options such as Z-Controller and Z-Configurator.
High-profile broadcast and production environments across the globe benefit from the advanced display processing features of Zandar MultiViewers.
Recent projects are listed below:
. Over 200 Predator HD8 MultiViewers are installed in 11 TV trucks for Belgium-based Alfacam Television Facilities and is the largest single installations of MultiViewers. This includes the flagship OB30 HD vehicle that will be on display at IBC on stand 8.401.
. Also driving into IBC will be the JVC Professional Studio Tour vehicle which has Predator HD8 MultiViewers driving a HD Quad-split display across a 40-inch LCD. The vehicle will set down on stand 10.441.
. 48 Predator HD8 MultiViewers are used for HD content provision for Champion Football for Sky Sports, Sky HD by
Arqiva.
. One of Britain's leading soap operas, Coronation Street, are using Predator HD12 and FusionPro+ MultiViewers in their recently upgraded studios ensuring future HD compatibility.
. A Predator HD12 MultiViewer has been supplied to Worldwide Satellite Communications for installation in a mobile SD and HD Flypack system that is being used for video monitoring and recording and internet broadcasting of surgical procedures in hospital locations across the United States.
. A compact Zandar Predator HD8 MultiViewer configured to display eight-fixed images using DualQuadTM mode is installed inside the YES HD outside broadcast vehicle for YES Productions based in New Orleans, USA.
About Zandar Technologies plc
Zandar Technologies is a leader in the development of high quality
multi-source display processors that match the specific needs of
any display, monitoring and surveillance environment. The company
combines innovation and experience to provide a wide range of expansive,
flexible and resilient MultiViewer solutions for many applications
including the FusionPro+, Predator, DX and MX series. Zandar’s
international customer base includes many of the world’s leading
companies in the Broadcast, Security and professional Audio Visual
markets. The company’s dedicated sales and engineering team,
professional resellers and responsive technical support specialists
underline a commitment to quality, continuous improvement and customer
satisfaction.
For further information about this and other leading MultiViewer
products please visit www.zandar.com
or contact:
Monica Heck
Marketing Manager
mheck@zandar.com
Tel: +353-1-450 0901
Fax: +353-1-450 0977 |
