Features


Function Benefit
Standalone Operation Use with Avid editors, add ISIS shared storage and Interplay Production asset management when and if you’re ready Adapts to your needs and budget while preserving a growth path to Avid shared storage and production asset management
Direct record into Avid shared storage Recorded media is available to all ISIS/Unity users in seconds after recording of each feed begins Quickest, most efficient workflow; bypass costly servers and redundant storage or the handling and expendable costs of tape
Multiple simultaneous record and playback channels Record or playback multiple channels simultaneously on all models and connect multiple units to ISIS or Unity media networks Cost-effectively handles the smallest to the largest facility record requirements while supporting high resolution editing and play out operations.
Proxy creation Simultaneous H.264 proxy creation for each ingest channel with FrameChase editing support; Interplay Production multi-res workflow support Extends speedy media access to more contributors on the LAN or WAN; maintain online versions of archived material
More channels; less space 1.5RU form factor supports up to 4 HD channels of any record or playout combination Saves rack space and power and cooling costs
End-to-end XDCAM HD workflow including write-back Full-spec XDCAM HD implementation in the MPEG-2 HD model using Sony XDCAM codecs Save transcoding time and get more out of your XDCAM HD investment including bi-directional workflow

Native AVC-Intra support

Dedicated model handles AVC-Intra plus DVCPRO25, DVCPRO50, and IMX

 Supports your HD and SD P2 camera and deck investments with seamless ingest to playback workflow
More economical DNxHD record and playback Efficiently handles twice the DNxHD 120/145 channels in 1/3 the rack space as the previous generation AirSpeed, and adds DNxHD 185/220 record and playback support High quality HD workflow is more affordable than ever. AirSpeed Multi Stream lowers DNxHD record and playback cost by 40% or more while doubling the channel count and consuming less valuable space.
Up/Down/Cross Convert Automatic conversion of clips that are not in the preferred playback format Eliminates transcoding steps and saves time
Mixed HD-SD playback On MPEG-2 HD, AVC-Intra, and DNxHD models the channel’s output automatically changes to match the HD or SD clip Greater playback flexibility; no need to dedicate channels to HD and SD
DV and IMX SD support DVCPRO25, DVCPRO50, IMX30, IMX50 format support Protects the investment in the SD formats you use today
Interplay compatibility Material recorded through AirSpeed is automatically checked into and tracked by Interplay as it is recorded to ISIS or Unity shared storage Any local or remote user can find and use media as soon as it is recorded into an ISIS system

Interplay Capture and iNEWS Command integration

 Material recorded through Add Interplay Capture for ingest comprehensive scheduling and control; and iNEWS Command for automated, assisted, or manual play to air control Full integration and testing with class-leading ingest and playback automation and control applications
Synchronized multi-camera recording The IsoSync feature links up to 12 channels across multiple AirSpeed servers for one-button synchronized record, pause and stop in conjunction with multi camera recording Simpler workflow and faster turnaround of multi-camera programming
Comprehensive Remote UI Intuitive Remote Console handles control, monitoring, inventory, play, record, clip management, and re-transfer for all AirSpeed units with selective user access
 Intuitive, complete interface provides instant status, saves time and allows greater operational flexibility while allowing administrators to grant access that helps protect on air operations
Playlists Create and edit playlists for single or multiple channel playback
 Handle basic playback needs without an external or overly complex application
Ancillary Data Preservation SMPTE 436-compliant ancillary data stream support Simplifies workflow by preserving embedded data
API Control and query AirSpeed  through a TCP/IP socket-based protocol and XML formatting Straightforward, documented integration point for automation and asset management systems
Industry-standard video inputs Support for Gbit Ethernet, SDI , digital embedded audio, external time code, and RS422 AirSpeed is designed to fit your current and future facility needs
Preserves timecode External recorded timecode, allows user to select the required mode for recording Keeps desired timecode convention consistent throughout the workflow; supports video logging and triage systems