REMO Design and Functions

Our REMO Remote Production System separates itself from the competition through the seamless integration of powerful, intuitive PTZ camera control integration … as well as a level of simplicity and ease-of-use that is unchallenged in the industry. Preset links to graphic overlays, rugged portability, and lightning fast setup and strike make this solution the "Ultimate Flypack".

• 25" ruggedized rolling case
• PTZ camera control with joystick
• 9 user presets per camera
• SD or HD production
• 6 synchronized composite video inputs
• 2 x VGA inputs
• Video transitions: dissolve, wipes,
      split-screen, PIP and more
• Multi-layer graphics, CG overlay and chroma key
• AVI and MPEG-2 file recording and playback
• Adobe Photoshop Elements for graphics
• Adobe Premiere Elements for non-linear editing
• Simultaneous Internet streaming
• Monitoring displays: input sources + PGM and PVW
• Presets linked to specified lower-third graphics
• "HotShot" auto-take preset to Program output
• Agenda import, editing, and output for CG

PTZ (Pan/Tilt/Zoom) Camera Control

REMO (and VDESK) communicate with PTZ cameras using the three most common types of serial protocol – RS232, RS422 and RS485. Current camera interfaces include Sony, Panasonic and Canon. Presets can be linked with "lower third" titles for instant access to these overlays during meetings and events. To link a file just drag and drop from the File Browser onto a named preset.

The camera inputs are viewed on LCD screens positioned above the respective camera controls.

File Browser and Playlist

You can browse your media files using either the icon view or text view. There are convenient default folders for CGs, PICs and CLIPs. You can also search the currently viewed media by entering text. You can create as many Playlists as you wish, dragging and dropping content from the File Browser. You can drag and drop to reorder the files in the list, and play single files, groups of files … even repeat one or more files selected in the list.

DSK (Down Stream Keyer) and Switcher

VDESK (and REMO) include a powerful Down Stream Keyer for displaying lower-third and full screen graphics.  The native graphic format is PNG, although JPG and BMP are fully supported.  When you select a graphic in either the File Browser or a Playlist, it immediately appears in the PREVIEW window of the DSK.  Cut the graphic onto the PROGRAM output by clicking TAKE TO AIR, or fade it on with the AUTO TO AIR button.

The switcher panel displays a conventional interface with "buss swapping" when TAKE or AUTO is pressed.  Transitions and effects are selected using the drop-down menus on the right.

Recording and Monitoring

Playback and record formats are AVI and MPEG-2.  Select the format, enter a Project Name, and utilize the convenient auto-naming function to create an appropriate file name.  Just click the RECORD button to start recording. Press STOP to end the recording.

REMO CONNECTIVITY

REMO is designed for "run and gun" efficiency. Open the lid, connect the power and cameras … and it's Showtime! There are 6 composite video inputs, 2 x VGA inputs, 4 x power/serial CAT5 connectors for the PTZ cameras, 3 USB connectors, a Gig-E network connector, 2 x XLR audio outputs, and video outputs as composite, S-Video, component and SDI. All of these connections are tucked nicely around the back and out of sight.

LEASING

We have established a long-term relationship with an excellent and aggressive leasing company that knows our products well.  We include a Lease Estimator with every Proposal we deliver.  Terms range from 24 to 60 months, with a range of end-of-lease options.  Leasing conserves your cash flow and lets you focus on generating sales … which is the name of the game!

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