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The Harris 2011-2012 Television Product Guide is more than the industrys most

comprehensive portfolio of innovative technology solutions. Its a blueprint for

making broadcast pay in a world racing toward total media convergence.

In the pages of this catalog, youll find a vast array of tools engineered to address

all current and future standards and the unique challenges faced when

baseband meets broadband.

HDTV, Mobile DTV, Connected TV, 3D. Wherever and however youre delivering

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Table of ConTenTsHaRRIs PRoDUCT oRDeRInG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside front Cover

aUTomaTIon anD asseT manaGemenT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Next-generation automation and digital asset management solutions to help streamline media operations and increase revenue opportunities

bRoaDCasT sTl, ConTRIbUTIon anD DIsTRIbUTIon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Superior point-to-point and multisite audio and data systems for linking studio and transmitter sites

DIGITal oUT-of-Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Broadcast-quality graphics, network management and advanced tracking tools for digital signage installations large and small

DIsTRIbUTIon amPlIfIeRs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64A complete family of DAs designed to meet the demanding requirements of todays broadcast, production and telecom industries

fIbeR oPTIC solUTIons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90Flexible, cost-effective fiber solutions for applications including broadcast, satellite, cable, OB, post production, telecommunications and government

GRaPHICs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168Integrated graphics solutions that optimize workflow while achieving new levels of quality for news, sports, stadiums or any application

masTeR ConTRol anD bRanDInG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190The most advanced, comprehensive set of products available for master control switching, graphics and on-air/channel branding

meDIa ConVeRGenCe PlaTfoRm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208Selenio An industry-first, offering full-featured multichannel video and audio processing, distribution and compression applications in a single platform.

mUlTIVIeweRs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250The industrys broadest line of multi-image processors, featuring award-winning technology for superior image quality and significant cost savings

neTwoRk monIToRInG anD ConTRol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270Unmatched, real-time monitoring and control of both Harris and third-party products within a broadcast network

neTwoRkInG anD enCoDInG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282Flexible compressed and uncompressed solutions delivering best-in-class video, audio and data network management

RoUTInG sysTems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330Reliable, world-class routing switchers for network, local broadcast, mobile production, cable, telco, military, government and corporate applications

seRVeRs, eDITInG anD ComPResseD sTReam sysTems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366HD/SD video servers, storage solutions, editing tools and compressed stream products enabling highly efficient production and playout workflows

sIGnal PRoCessInG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 444Modular and standalone audio, video and data signal processing solutions to support every stage of your workflow

TeleVIsIon TRansmIssIon anD DemoDUlaTIon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 564Robust, reliable television transmission solutions that are easy to install and maintain, inexpensive to operate, and available for all global standards

TesT anD measURemenT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 614Precision instruments to meet any audio or video monitoring requirement and any streaming, file-based, studio or portable application

alPHabeTICal InDex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 716

HaRRIs seRVICes anD sUPPoRT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside back Cover

4aUTomaTIon anD asseT manaGemenTThe worlds most-deployed automation systems come from Harris for good reason.

Whether for a single-channel station or multichannel content delivery platform, our next-

generation automation solutions help you streamline your operation and maximize the

productivity of your people and equipment.

Harris digital asset management and workflow systems provide rich media organizations

with a centralized solution for managing digital media files and their underlying metadata.

These powerful, user-friendly technologies enable you to ingest, edit, catalog, store, retrieve,

move and distribute digital assets within the unique workflow of your organization. When

fully integrated with Harris automation and end-to-end broadcast systems, our digital asset

management solutions create a total system that helps you to increase revenue opportunities

through better media asset management and delivery while reducing expenses through the

automation of cross-application processing.

To learn more, visit www.broadcast.harris.com.

5AutomAtion

ADC

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Playout Automation for Station Environments .................................................. 6

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ADC Automatic ingestTransfer of Media and its Associated Metadata ............................................... 9

ADC Broadcast SupervisorMonitoring and Management of Software ..................................................... 10

ADC Device ControllerCommon Hardware Platform ....................................................................... 11

ADC Live-update

BXF-Powered Schedule Synchronization ....................................................... 13

ADC PSiP manager

Automatic Tracking and Forwarding of PSIP Information ................................. 14

D-SerieS DSX

D-Series DSX

Playout Automation for Enterprise Environments ........................................... 15

OptiOns

D-Series DSX Device ControllerCommon Hardware Platform ....................................................................... 18

D-Series DSX real-time iP ControlReal-Time IP Control for Multichannel Automation ......................................... 20

DigitAL ASSet mAnAgemement

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invenio CaptureAdvanced Digital Ingest .............................................................................. 21

invenio motionIntelligent Media Movement ........................................................................ 23

invenio insightDigital Asset Management .......................................................................... 26

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ADCPlayout Automation for Station Environments

The changing media environment offers growth possibilities that were never dreamed of in an exclusively analog world. A large part of this changing environ-ment is the introduction of digital techniques that simplify broadcast operations and management, yet drive exponential growth in transactions that involve the handling of content delivery. You seek the ability to take advantage of this new reality and control your costs and operations in the process.

The ADC playout automation solution will take you where you want to go. This next-generation automation system features technology to streamline operations and maximize the productivity of your people and equipment. Further, it creates efficiencies in the acquisition, management and playout of rich media content with real-time access throughout your facility.

ADC brings together everything needed to automate labor-intensive tasks, eliminate duplication, process live streams sourced outside of master control and efficiently manage the multitude of complex operations that are part of the master control en-vironment. Its media ingest capabilities include automated and manual processes that satisfy your requirements whether your content acquisition and preparation processes are file-based or include more traditional methods of ingest.

ADC playout automation is a cost-effective, easy-to-install solution. It is built for a range of station sizes from smaller operations, up to multichannel systems with segmented channel groups. As the worlds most deployed playout automation product, ADC is a proven provider of reliable, highly configurable functionality even in the most demanding broadcast environments.

Features

reliabilityOffers inherent redundancy through its client-server architecture. Redundancy and au-tomatic failover options for the ADC Device Controller and Database File Server provide for enhanced system protection.

PerformanceIncludes features and functions that ensure a satisfying viewing and/or listening experi-ence for audiences.

Cost effective and easy to useProvides an automation solution that is quickly installed, easily configured and easy to use. The system can act as a turnkey solution for an individual station, or a robust addition to a multichannel environment.

operational and Configuration FlexibilityDelivers support for standard network protocols such as TCP / IP, providing the ability to manage playlists, scheduling and other operations while maintaining visibility of your playout operation from remote locations. It also ensures network interoperability as you expand operations across alternative delivery platforms.

Device interoperabilityIntegrates with the most extensive list of device drivers in the industry, creating further operation flexibility.

integration with ADC Automatic ingestWorks with the ADC Automatic Ingest application to automate and fortify the intake of digital content including media and associated metadata from multiple sources.

enhanced network ControlProvides system expansion and availability through the use of true IPv6 support and IP control of the Harris NEXIO server, as well as other devices that incorporate the TCP/IP connectivity standard.

Support for microsoft Windows 7 operating SystemIncorporates the Windows 7 operating system into its client platforms, translating into an ability to use the most current PC operating system platform for automation purposes.

embedded BXFUses the Broadcast eXchange Format (BXF) to seamlessly merge automation with sales, traffic, scheduling, asset management and other applications. This interoperable link enables rapid, effective implementation of cross-application integration.

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Product details

ADC playout automation is a proven solution for the following broadcast markets:

CentralcastingADC playout automation supports centralized ingest, where media and metadata can be dispersed to remote locations via wide area networks (WAN). Plus, remote transmis-sions from one or more locations can be centrally controlled.

PBS member StationsADC playout automation successfully supports workflows at PBS member stations, in-cluding satellite control, traffic playlist, dynamic traffic database interfacing and useful reporting.

Commercial Call-Letter StationADC playout automation integrates successfully into a commercial environment. It supports complex station branding, while maintaining multiple HD and SD chan-nels. Unique redundancy products protect against critical failures that may jeopardize system operations. Stations can employ multiple redundancy strategies to meet their operational requirements.

Broadcast/Cable networksADC playout automation supports the unique workflows associated with network con-tent. Regional content can be linked from one channel to many, so a single edit can be replicated across multiple regions. Also, East Coast feeds can be automatically recorded, timed and played to air on the West Coast without any operator intervention.

ADC playout automation is built on the following components:

Device ControllerThe hardware centerpiece of ADC, the Device Controller hosts the device server ap-plication. It is designed to accommodate and manage multiple playlists, on multiple networked and serial devices. Individual device controllers can manage several trans-mission channels while ingesting multiple channels. The Device Controller complies with all Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Restriction on Hazardous Sub-stances mandates (WEEE/RoHS).

Air Client

The primary user workstation and dedicated interface for managing the on-air playlist. Air Client can monitor and control multiple playout and ingest channels, across mul-tiple device controllers, on a single screen.

media ClientAn ingest or preparation station that allows new material to be acquired by automation. Media Client also manages the automations database and the media that is stored on various devices, such as video disks and archives.

File ServerA standard open data base connectivity (ODBC) database that stores the metadata of the automation database. The flexible database structure allows customers to create their own database tables in addition to those provided with the application.

extending Your Productivity

A wide range of applications extend the capability of ADC. Choose from the following to extend system performance:

Automatic ingest

An application used to ingest media, including HD content and its metadata, from me-dia delivery systems such as Avid Media Composer and Apple Final Cut Pro to a media archive or media storage device. Automatic Ingest enables a single facility, or an entire broadcast enterprise, to automate front-end media ingest and transfer pro-cesses, including HD content.

Broadcast SupervisorA graphical user interface that enables enhanced monitoring, logging and error mes-saging for your ADC system. The module allows a single user to view error conditions across the entire ADC network. The Broadcast Supervisor makes it easier for system operators to monitor all automation applications by providing intuitive lists, error mes-sages and status reports.

Live-update

A module that streamlines and automates broadcast operations by integrating traffic and playout automation, both historically independent broadcast applications. ADC Live-Update connects your traffic and automation systems so that day-of-air changes made in your traffic system can be electronically sent to your automation system.

PSiP manager

An application that enables the automatic tracking and forwarding of PSIP information, eliminating manual tracking operation or intervention. The PSIP Manager provides PSIP information simultaneously for multiple playout channels using the industry-standard programming metadata communication protocol (PMCP).

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sPeciFicationsSpecifications are subject to change without notice.

software and Hardware Requirements:

File Servers: Suitably configured enterprise server running Microsoft Server 2008Database: Microsoft SQL Server is provided as part of ADC playout automationClient: Workstation configured with Microsoft Windows 7

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ADC Automatic IngestTransfer of Media and its Associated Metadata

An option for the ADC playout automation system, ADC Automatic Ingest facili-tates the ingest and transfer of media and its associated metadata from content delivery systems to storage and archive devices. Starting with a traffic dublist, Automatic Ingest will streamline your existing ingest workflow by removing most of the manual tasks. The operator only needs to be involved to provide validation of the media and metadata at the end of the process.

Automatic Ingest enables an entire broadcast enterprise or a single facility to automate front-end media ingest and transfer processes. This allows a facility to eliminate the most manual operations performed during the daily ingest of media, speed up the ingest process, make media available to all workgroups and reduce on-air errors. Key to this workflow is that timing metadata from the catch servers is automatically included in the playout database.

Features

Automatic ingest provides:

Integration with leading digital content distribution systems such as DG Spot Box, Pathfire DMG, Pitch Blue and Mijo, and leading broadcast servers from Harris, Thompson Grass Valley, Omneon and othersA fresh user interface that makes it easier to view the content available on delivery and edit systems, initiate transfers for specific content and view the status of transfer requestsIntegration with leading nonlinear editing systems, increasing the types of content delivery sources from which the application can drawSupport for both HD and SD contentSupport for the delivery of content directly to video servers

Automatic ingest comprises function-specific software modules that can be configured to meet your most demanding ingest requirements. the application enables you to:

Make more time available for important projects, reducing the cost of ingestStreamline ingest workflow processesFully automate digital file ingest and transferImport key metadata supplied with the media directly to the playout automation databaseMove media throughout the workflow without manual interventionUse configurable rules to adapt workflow processes to your operationTranscode media automatically to your broadcast serverIntegrate seamlessly with ADC playout automation

Product details

Automatic Ingest supports configurable mapping to the ADC database. The system provides the unique ability to group metadata from certain catch servers and combine it with a program template for specific shows. This one-of-a-kind workflow improve-ment includes the automated mapping of several key metadata fields from the media delivery systems to specific fields in the ADC database, such as material ID, title, user data and others.

Automatic Ingest functionality supports a broad range of complementary third-party devices. Automatic Ingest is already configured to be interoperable with video file server devices that support direct-convert transfers of media files.

Automatic Ingest is an automated and integrated workflow application that provides a seamless operating and business environment to broadcast customers. This envi-ronment utilizes Harris integration tools and services to create a complete ingest-to-playout solution.

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ADC Broadcast SupervisorMonitoring and Management of Software

ADC Broadcast Supervisor is a user interface available as an optional feature for the ADC playout automation system. Broadcast Supervisor enables the monitoring and management of software and hardware elements of ADC playout automation systems and provides enhanced monitoring, logging, tracking, management and error messaging.

Installed as a separate client application, Broadcast Supervisor optimizes the use of operational resources by making it possible for a single operator to monitor multiple ADC playout automation implementations from a single user interface. Additionally, Broadcast Supervisor has dramatically enhanced the ability of opera-tors to intuitively grasp the status of operational activities across all monitored automation implementations through improvements in its graphical user interface (GUI) and through the presentation of lists, error messages and status reports.

Product details

Automatic and easy to use

Broadcast Supervisor enables the monitoring and diagnosing of multiple ADC con-figurations simultaneously. Connecting across an automation local area network (LAN), Broadcast Supervisor will monitor up to eight different device controllers, more than 500 devices and 128 separate lists.

Broadcast Supervisor enables the viewing of all aspects of the broadcast operation under automation control, including on-air operations as well as related transfer and media prep. The easy-to-read, highly configurable display gives access to errors and device status windows simultaneously for multiple lists. As part of the improved pre-sentation, error messages are displayed by category and by severity, as required by the operator.

Broadcast supervisor provides:

Ability to display vertical list and multi-list (timeline-based) window of all lists with time zone supportAbility to simultaneously display the device controller status windowsSupport for the overhauled ADC error messages (with IDs up to 32 characters)Support of persistence of error messages

Broadcast Supervisor makes it easy to link the error to the event that was running when the error occurred. For example: When an operator double-clicks on an error message associated with a playlist in the error grid, the transmission list to which the error belongs is automatically shifted to the top screen, and the event that was running is highlighted.

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ADC Device ControllerCommon Hardware Platform

The ADC Device Controller is a common hardware platform that supports all ADC automation solutions. As the core hardware element of your automation system, the Device Controller manages all basic ADC functionality from a high-perfor-mance server that hosts the real-time operating system, application software and device drivers.

The Device Controller, available in efficient 2RU and 4RU configurations, is built for demanding broadcast automation operations. The system was developed from the ground up with high reliability and maintainability, and specifications designed to handle future growth.

The Device Controller chassis houses serial interface cards, network cards for communication and device control and the timecode reference card, in a vari-ety of configuration options. The platform is fully compliant with environmental standards, including the international WEEE and RoHS regulations. Serial- and IP-network connections are employed to provide high-speed communications with video servers and other broadcast devices. Additionally, the 2RU and 4RU chassis share a large number of components, reducing spare parts and inventory administration.

If youre already using ADC automation, upgrading to the Device Controller future-proofs your playout system and allows you to take full advantage of software developments supporting new broadcast models and technologies.

Features

Designed for high reliability and maintainability from the ground up, the Device Control-ler is an industrial hardware platform capable of evolving as your needs change. Unlike commercial, off-the-shelf hardware, the Device Controller meets the exacting Harris standards for reliability and flexibility, increasing maintainability and reducing end-of-life issues. In addition, the platform features:

Increased performance and throughputScalable hardware for system extensibility, driving more devices and more chan-nelsGreater communications bandwidth, featuring native dual Gigabit Ethernet network connectivitySpace-efficient packaging available in 2RU and 4RU configurationsOutstanding reliability, availability and serviceability, from shared parts to standard dual power supplies to readily accessible disk drives

Both the 2RU and 4RU chassis share a large number of components, allowing them to be deployed together to match your system needs.

Common parts include power supplies, CPU, memory, drive controllers, COM ports, parallel ports, PCI cards and network interfaces.

Product details

2Ru or 4Ru: Which is right for you?

The Device Controller is available in 2RU and 4RU configurations, which can be used to tailor the deployed hardware to the size of your operation, allow for growth or add high-reliability clients to your operation.

The 2RU version of the Device Controller is available with 8, 16 or 24 ports. For smaller systems, this is a cost-effective solution that affords more capacity in a smaller form-factor, providing more memory and reliability, while saving two rack units when com-pared to the current ADC chassis. Larger systems can span multiple Device Controllers, mixing 2RU and 4RU chassis to tailor the hardware to the operation.

The 2RU chassis can also be incorporated into the environment as a high-reliability cli-ent for high-performance, mission-critical operations. This provides maximum uptime, redundancy features and the ability to share spare parts across all of your deployed Device Controllers.

The 4RU version of the Device Controller is available in 32- or 64-port configurations. For smaller systems looking to expand, this chassis can be supplied with a reduced number of installed interfaces, providing a platform with the capacity to manage future growth.

All systems can span multiple Device Controllers, with a combination of 2RU and 4RU chassis, to more precisely tailor the hardware to various aspects of your operation, including expanded serial device support, expanded list support, system segmentation and backup functionality.

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Backup (redundant) device Controller Option:

The ability to recover immediately from hardware failure in a playout environment is crucial. Protection against automation computer failure can be achieved by implement-ing a backup Device Controller, configured in the same manner as the main device dontroller, plus an RS-422 switching unit.

If the main automation computer fails, the backup automation computer automatically takes over the tasks handled by the main automation computer.A manual switching option is available.

implementation

The Device Controller hosts the core automation software necessary for ADC to manage device control, allowing organizations deploying ADC systems to:

Significantly expand offerings by managing incremental channels on a single server.Save space and cost with a smaller, more powerful hardware platform.Improve the ability to manage rich media content with enhanced network connectivity and more ingest and playout device options. The Device Controller is supported in ADC Version 9, and later releases.

Recommended strategy

For customers currently running ADC automation, the Device Controller can be de-ployed without changing your current software. This provides the immediate benefits of the smaller form factor, reliability and accessibility.

We encourage you to visit with your account team to review the benefits of the Harris Device Controller and to plan for the upgrade.


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4RU Chassis 2RU Chassis

14-card passive backplane, 13 PCI + 1 PICMG v1.3


Hot-swappable fans with rotation sensors and connectors

Replaceable fans with rotation sensors and connectors

Front and rear USB ports Front and rear USB ports

External alarm connector External alarm connector

Removable hard drive caddy and drive accessible via front panel 250 GB, 7,200 RPM SATA 3.0 Gb/s, hot-swappable hard drive with RAID option

Removable hard drive caddy and drive accessible via front panel 80 GB, 7,200 RPM SATA 3.0 Gb/s, hot-swappable hard drive*

DVD reader/writer R/W, 16X, dual layer

DVD reader/writer R/W, 16X, dual layer*

Dual redundant hot-swappable 300-watt power supplies

Dual redundant hot-swappable 300-watt power supplies*:

Universal input voltage, AC plug on each module, no common components


Fault detection LEDs Fault detection LEDs

Processor, memory and interfaces Processor, memory and interfacesIntel Pentium 4, 3 GHz, LGA 775 processor (upgradeable)

Intel Pentium 4, 3 GHz, LGA 775 processor (upgradeable)*

4 GB, 184-pin, DDR 400 SDRAM ECC system memory

4 GB, 184-pin, DDR 400 SDRAM ECC system memory*

Two DDR II DIMM sockets upgradeable to 4 MB


VGA output, connector on rear panel VGA output, connector on rear panel*

Two Gigabit Ethernet network interface connections with connectors on rear panel

Two Gigabit Ethernet network interface connections with connectors on rear panel*

Serial and parallel ports Serial and parallel ports (cloning not supported)

PS/2 port for keyboard and mouse on rear panel

PS/2 port for keyboard and mouse on rear panel*

* option is a shared component between the 4RU and 2RU chassis

Configuration Options

The Device Controller is designed to support up to 128 ports, with 64-port connectivity currently available. The 4RU chassis allows a full complement of cards to be installed (eight serial, four GPI, and one timecode/sync), while the 2RU is limited to three serial cards, one GPI card and one timecode/sync card. The actual number of devices that can be supported depends on system limits for different types of devices and the avail-able slots in the chassis. Refer to Harris technical support for guidance.

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ADC Live-UpdateBXF-Powered Schedule Synchronization

BXF integration of traffic and Automation

ADC Live-Update connects your traffic schedule directly to your playlist using SMPTE 2021 BXF data exchange. Eliminating the need for manual communica-tions and handwritten playlist changes, Live-Update is a simple workflow solution with big benefits.

Faster Workflow

Efficiently manage the schedule with a seamless, interactive operational environ-ment.

Securely integrate ADC automation with Harris OSi-Traffic, Broadcast Master, Vision and third-party BXF-compliant traffic systems

Automatically receive and process late changes to the log

Reduced errors

Instant two-way feedback eliminates manual exchange errors.

Synchronize automation playlists with traffic logs

Enable operator approvals for last-minute playlist changes

Higher Revenues

Maximize revenue by making inventory available up to the last minute.

Reduce operator workload and improve playout accuracy by streamlining traffic and automation workflows

Send As-Run information and error alerts to traffic

Create same-day make-goods

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ADC PSIP ManagerAutomatic Tracking and Forwarding of PSIP Information

The Program and System Information Protocol (PSIP) is the glue that holds digital television signals together. An optional client feature of the ADC playout automa-tion system, ADC PSIP Manager enables the automatic tracking and forwarding of PSIP information eliminating manual tracking operation or intervention.

AdC psip manager Workflow

Features

Provides PSIP generators with Electronic Programming Guide (EPG) information integrated with ADC PSIP Manager playlistsGuarantees frame-accurate EPG event schedulesReflects start-time changes following a live event immediately after the event endsSynchronizes EPG events with last-minute changesManages multiple channels across multiple Harris device controllersProvides EPG information for future events that may be loaded into playlistsMonitors PSIP generator by polling its status

Product details

psip data viewed in psip manager

ADC PSIP Manager provides PSIP information for multiple playout channels simultane-ously, using the industry-standard Programming Metadata Communication Protocol (PMCP). The application can deliver PSIP information to the PSIP generator in two ways: It can push the data to the PSIP generator across a TCP/IP network, or it can deliver the data to a file from which the PSIP generator can pull the information as required. ADC PSIP Manager monitors on-air schedules for changes and creates a PMCP- compatible file when changes occur. This file is then transferred to the PSIP generator through the configured process.

Broadcasters airing live programming with varying end times require their automa-tion system to notify their PSIP generator of changes to start times of upcoming PSIP events. An automated PMCP interface offers value to the automation process by pro-viding accurate start times for each upcoming PSIP event. Automation also requires the ability to notify the PSIP generator of programming changes that occur close to air, including deletion of program events and replacement of existing program events with new ones.

ADC PSIP Manager can be installed and operated from a dedicated Microsoft Windows XP or Windows 7 workstation or from the same workstation on which ADC Air Client or Media Client resides.

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D-Series DSXPlayout Automation for Enterprise Environments

The D-Series DSX playout automation system delivers reliable, frame-accurate control of complex media distribution environments. It is an enterprise-level auto-mation solution designed to meet the demands of any high-capacity and dynamic broadcast playout environment. D-Series automation is an extremely scalable system that provides world-class device control for linear playout channels and manages the movement of file-based media to multiple delivery platforms.

D-Series DSX playout automation commands a single architecture that can easily grow to manage more than 1,000 channels. A powerful, configurable user inter-face maximizes efficiency, simplifies facility reconfiguration and enables control large numbers of channels. System integrity and practical security including user access are provided across the entire facility through station-defined security policies. System configuration can be managed from any authorized op-erator workstation.

As a fundamental part of the Harris media software portfolio, D-Series DSX can not only stand alone, but can also form part of a tightly integrated operational environment where automation alone, combines with media asset management as well as with traffic and scheduling systems. This level of integration enables D-Series DSX customers to increase revenue opportunities by more complete control of individual assets throughout the broadcast value chain. At the same time they are able to reduce expenses through the automation of cross-applica-tion processing while being confident that they are working with an environment that provides immense proven scalability as well as the highest reliability.

D-Series DSX is also extraordinarily flexible. The dual redundant configuration of D-Series DSX provides extremely high levels of system availability within a cam-pus facility. Dynamic device allocation and management processes mean that the system is able to support a broad range of ingest and playout devices. Open metadata exchange is supported via BXF, MXF, AAF and V-ISAN.

D-Series DSX is an automation system reflecting the needs of today and tomor-row. The no single point of failure redundancy of the architecture ensures ongo-ing stability, while the adaptability of our modular approach means that D-Series DSX is ideally suited to bridging the transition to tomorrows multichannel content management and delivery environment.

Features

The D-Series DSX playout automation solution emphasizes reliability, efficiency and security. Essential system management and operation features include:

ScalabilityD-Series DSX manages large numbers and a wide variety of channels, playout de-vices and material management facilities, operating efficiently with maximum op-erator productivity. It can scale to more than 1,000 distribution channels within a single control architecture.

redundant ComponentsWhen configured for dual redundancy, backup computers (either local or remote) continuously shadow the main so that they can take over instantly if necessary without any effect on running schedules.

real-time operationsD-Series Device Controllers run the real-time D-Series DSX software and com-municate with video servers, routers, master control and graphics equipment via RS-422 or IP, as required.

manual overrideWith fully prepared schedules, D-Series operation can be completely hands-off; however, during sports or other live events, your operators can take control and make confident decisions as action unfolds. Dedicated hardware control panels al-low more efficient management of system processes than does a keyboard and/or mouse.

Comprehensive AlarmsD-Series provides clear information about any alarm that is triggered, allowing you to work toward fast error resolution. All system errors are logged for later analysis.

Configurable user CategoriesIndividual viewing, editing and maintenance rights are set up for each class of op-erator in a customizable configuration table to ensure system security at all times.

Business and Asset management Integration D-Series DSX supports content and schedule integration via the SMPTE-2021 Broadcast eXchange Format (BXF). This standard is used for integra-tion with traffic systems for log and as-run information, programming systems for schedule information, and digital asset management systems for content prepara-tion and distribution.

Product details

d-series playout automation is a proven solution for the following markets:

Content delivery is instrumental in your success or failure to gain audience share. Re-gardless of your market segment or your delivery targets, playout efficiency and quality can help to capture viewers or push them away. D-Series DSX helps grab and hold your audience by assuring playout quality to all media environments.

Broadcast television D-Series DSX provides central control of local content insertion, with the ability for local program origination to integrate with network feeds. The system supports growth through the efficient management of digital operations, the ability to seamlessly add channels and increased operator produc-tivity.Satellite / Cable tv and radio Multiplatform media companies face a grow-ing number of delivery challenges broadband, VOD, IPTV and mobile, to name a few. The stakes are raised even higher when local content and advertising needs to be inserted into programming. The D-Series DSX solutions flexible delivery capabilities and structural efficiency lay the groundwork on which to build any media delivery operation.iP Distribution With the ability to ingest, manage and play out digital file-based media content in a fully online operation, D-Series DSX offers substantial benefits for telecommunications organizations, Internet service providers and any company that delivers content to wired or wireless devices over IP networks. D-Series DSX simplifies the process of converting content to diverse formats by seamlessly integrating with Harris digital asset management systems to automate content repurposing and redistribution. The result is enterprise flexibility a necessary trait for tackling new media revenue opportunities.

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D-Series DSX client applications are supported by the Microsoft Windows XP or Windows 7 operating system. The workstation should include:

1.8 GHz processor1 GB RAM40 GB HD drive (minimum)Two (2) Ethernet NICsUSB portCD-ROM driveRS-232 to RS-422 converter for each panel to be controlled

Information Server runs on Microsoft Windows Server 2003 and an appropriately configured hardware platform.

The database must be MySQL Server running on an appropriately configured hard-ware platform.

System Manager runs on the Microsoft Windows XP or Windows 7 operating sys-tem and an appropriately configured hardware platform.

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Comprehensive ingest capabilities from single spot operation to large-scale batch ingest with quality-control features allow D-Series DSX to function as a standalone automation solution or to be integrated with Harris Invenio or third-party digital asset management systems. Additional ingest capabilities include:

traffic System interoperabilityD-Series DSX performs ingest and material-management operations based on work orders such as record lists, cache lists, copy lists, delete lists and purge lists produced by supported traffic systems. For late-arriving or unscheduled ingest orders, manual entry is quick and easy.

Confidence CheckingIf supported by the video server, a file can begin playout while recording is still in progress a feature that can be used to verify the integrity of encoded material during ingest.

Quality SafeguardsDuring ingest, files are recorded with a temporary file name to prevent the material from going to air or being transferred to other locations before its integrity is verified. At the end of recording, you can review the file within the D-Series DSX system to clear it for use. On release, the file name is changed to the proper one; if rejected, the file is deleted to allow the operation to be repeated.

Point trimmingDuring the review process, the start and end of a program can be trimmed. Point trimming is particularly useful when recording live feeds; the original material re-mains in the server so that it can be retrimmed again, if required. The system database holds the new timing information.

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D-Series DSX Device ControllerCommon Hardware Platform

The D-Series DSX Device Controller is a common hardware platform that sup-ports all D-Series DSX automation solutions. As the core hardware element of your automation system, the Device Controller manages all basic D-Series functionality from a high-performance server that hosts the real-time operating system, ap-plication software and device drivers.

The Device Controller, available in efficient 2RU and 4RU configurations, is built for demanding broadcast automation operations. The system was developed from the ground up with high reliability and maintainability, with specifications designed to handle future growth.

The Device Controller chassis houses serial interface cards, network cards for communication and device control and the timecode reference card, in a vari-ety of configuration options. The platform is fully compliant with environmental standards, including the international WEEE and RoHS regulations. Serial- and IP-network connections are employed to provide high-speed communications with video servers and other broadcast devices. Additionally, the 2RU and 4RU chassis share a large number of components, reducing spare parts and inventory administration.

If youre already using D-Series DSX automation, upgrading to the Device Control-ler future-proofs your playout system and allows you to take full advantage of software developments supporting new broadcast models and technologies.

Product details

2Ru or 4Ru: Which is right for you?

The Device Controller is available in 2RU and 4RU configurations, which can be used to tailor the deployed hardware to the size of your operation, allow for growth or add high-reliability clients to your operation.

The 2RU version can be equipped with 32 serial ports, expandable to more than 150 with the use of external SMS6800+T multiplexers.

The 2RU chassis can also be incorporated into the environment as a Flexicart control-ler and SDDS (Secondary Data Delivery System) server, as well as for other peripheral tasks. This provides a high-availability platform for mission-critical tasks and delivers maximum uptime with the ability to share spare parts across all of your deployed De-vice Controllers.

The 4RU version can accommodate up to 96 direct serial ports, expandable to more than 200 using external SMS6800+T multiplexers. For smaller systems looking to scale up, the chassis can be supplied with a reduced number of installed interfaces, providing the capacity to manage future growth.

Larger systems using the specialized A8 version of D-Series automation can span mul-tiple Device Controllers, with a combination of 2RU and 4RU chassis, to precisely tailor the hardware to various aspects of your operation, including expanded serial device support, expanded list support, system segmentation and backup functionality.

Recommended implementation strategy

The Device Controller hosts the core automation software and device control cards necessary for D-Series to manage device control. The system is supported in D-Series Version 4, D-Series DSX and later releases. For customers currently running D-Series Version 3 or below, an upgrade to Version 4 or D-Series DSX is required prior to imple-menting the Device Controller.

New to D-Series DSX automation? The Device Controller provides a future-proof, reli-able, failsafe platform to meet all of your ingest and automation requirements. Please contact the Harris sales and technical services team to review the benefits of the Harris Device Controller and to plan for the upgrade.

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Increased performance and throughputScalable hardware for system extensibility, driving more devices and more chan-nelsGreater communications bandwidth, featuring native dual Gigabit Ethernet network connectivitySpace-efficient packaging available in 2RU and 4RU configurationsOutstanding reliability, availability and serviceability, from shared parts to standard dual power supplies to readily accessible disk drives

Both the 2RU and 4RU chassis share a large number of components, allowing them to be deployed together to match your system needs.

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D-Series DSX Device ControllerCommon Hardware Platform


4RU Chassis 2RU Chassis



Hot-swappable fans with rotation sensors and connectors

Replaceable fans with rotation sensors and connectors

Front and rear USB ports Front and rear USB ports

External alarm connector External alarm connector

Removable hard drive caddy and drive accessible via front panel 250 GB, 7,200 RPM SATA 3.0 Gb/s, hot-swappable hard drive with RAID option

Removable hard drive caddy and drive accessible via front panel 80 GB, 7,200 RPM SATA 3.0 Gb/s, hot-swappable hard drive*

DVD reader / writer R/W, 16X, dual layer

DVD reader / writer R/W, 16X, dual layer*

Dual redundant hot-swappable 300-watt power supplies

Dual redundant hot-swappable 300-watt power supplies*



Fault detection LEDs Fault detection LEDs

Processor, memory and interfaces Processor, memory and interfacesIntel Pentium 4, 3.0 GHz, LGA 775 processor (upgradeable)

Intel Pentium 4, 3.0 GHz, LGA 775 processor (upgradeable)*

4 GB, 184-pin, DDR 400 SDRAM ECC system memory

4 GB, 184-pin, DDR 400 SDRAM ECC system memory*



VGA output, connector on rear panel VGA output, connector on rear panel*

Two Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface Connections with connectors on rear panel

Two Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface Connections with connectors on rear panel*

Serial and parallel ports Serial and parallel ports (cloning not supported)

PS/2 port for keyboard and mouse on rear panel

PS/2 port for keyboard and mouse on rear panel*

On-board hardware RAID controller

Configuration Options

The Device Controller is designed to support up to 128 ports, with 64-port connectivity currently available. The 4RU chassis allows a full complement of cards to be installed (eight serial, four GPI, and one timecode/sync), while the 2RU is limited to three serial cards, one GPI card and one timecode/sync card. The actual number of devices that can be supported depends on system limits for different types of devices and the avail-able slots in the chassis. Refer to Harris technical support for guidance.

* option is a shared component between the 4RU and 2RU chassis

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D-Series DSX Real-Time IP ControlReal-Time IP Control for Multichannel Automation

As device control via Ethernet and TCP/IP becomes more standard in practice in both real-time and non real-time broadcast environments, Harris Corporation is leading the way with mission-critical broadcast applications that harness the pow-er of IP-based communication. Our frame-accurate, real-time multichannel auto-mation solution incorporates IP networking protocols to deliver a reliable, scalable content management and delivery foundation for the modern digital television facility. With D-Series DSX playout automation, broadcasters have the option of a real-time IP control application that:

Enables the control of next-generation products

Incorporates the richer functionality provided by many devices via an IP-based interface

Supports a more distributed operation through the ability to control devices at remote locations

The incorporation of network standards yields many other benefits, including:

Greater flexibility in system implementation based on the utilization of the TCP/IP standard

Faster deployment of new device connections

Simplification of infrastructure planning for cabling, termination and distribu-tion

Further IP control capabilities will be reflected in future D-Series DSX enhance-ments as additional devices are developed with IP interfaces. These include:

Complex branding

SCTE triggering

Multiplexer/encoder control

Remote capabilities for edge device control, local/targeted advertising and IP routing

Improved interactive system control

The incorporation of TCP/IP protocols into our software applications and hardware products demonstrates that Harris is the ONE choice for meeting your broadcast needs for todayand for the future.

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Invenio CaptureAdvanced Digital Ingest

get your content and go!

Ingest is about more than just getting content. Its about making it useful. Digitize tapes, capture live streams, automate ingest of commercial and program content to reduce touch points, automate the digitization of legacy tape systems, man-age the workflows behind manual ingest and deliver content to the environment. Ingest content from multiple sources, and make it useful to other systems within the operation, enabling new services.

Invenio Capture facilitates the ingest and transfer of media and its associated metadata from tape to storage and archive devices. Optional automatic ingest capabilities allow you to expand the system to streamline your existing ingest workflow by eliminating most of the manual tasks from receipt of the traffic dub list all the way through content capture and metadata distribution.

Invenio Capture also supports instant crash record, which streamlines manual ingest and lets you respond quickly to record incoming material prior to naming. Automatic naming of files in this mode quickly allows for the recording of multiple open-ended records.

Features

invenio Capture provides:

Centralized view of all catch servers and playout serversIntegration with leading automation and asset management systems, digital con-tent distribution systems, nonlinear editing systems and broadcast serversImmediate access to low-resolution video proxiesManual ingest with crash record functionalityTask-focused user screens that make it easy to view content available on delivery and edit systems, initiate transfers and view the status of transfer requestsSupport for both HD and SD contentSupport for the delivery of content directly to video serversDub list integration with traffic, programming and promo systemsOptional support for automatic ingest of content using traffic dub lists

invenio Capture Advantages:

Invenio Capture can be configured to meet your most demanding ingest requirements. The system enables you to:

Make more time available for important projects by reducing the cost of ingestStreamline ingest workflow processesFully automate digital file ingest and transferImport key metadata supplied with the media directly to the automation system databaseMove media throughout the workflow without manual interventionUse configurable rules to adapt workflow processes to your operationTranscode media automatically to your broadcast serverIntegrate seamlessly with Harris D-Series and Harris ADC playout automation, and to add ingest capabilities to any of the Invenio family of asset management and workflow products

Product details

get it and go

Use Invenio Capture to streamline your ingest workflows and maximize the value of your resources and media assets. Invenio Capture provides an essential entry point to content management by tying together your ingest process into a unified, accountable, efficient and process-driven system.

Automate Your Operation

Optional automatic ingest allows you to use Invenio Capture to automate your ingest processes, tailor them to your operations and maximize the value of your media assets. This optional feature enables an entire broadcast enterprise or a single facility to automate front-end media ingest and transfer processes. Facilities can eliminate the most manual operations performed during the daily ingest of media, speed up the in-gest process, make media available to all workgroups and reduce on-air errors. Key to this workflow is that timing metadata from the catch servers is automatically included in the playout database. The operator only needs to be involved to provide validation of the media and metadata at the end of the process.

In addition, Invenio Capture supports configurable mapping to the automation system database. The system provides the unique ability to group metadata from certain catch servers and combine it with a program template for specific shows. This one-of-a-kind workflow improvement includes the automated mapping of several key metadata fields from the media delivery systems to specific fields in the automation database, such as material ID, title, user data and others.

invenio Capture grows With You

Extend Invenio Capture by adding Invenio Motion workflows to your media manage-ment system.

invenio motion

When youre ready to expand your content management workflows beyond ingest, Invenio Motion can help you create and manage a complete media movement envi-ronment. Access, manage and move material across any number of storage devices, including multi-level storage systems. Create a centralized ingest and distribution sys-tem, and push content to regional sites. Transform media from one file format to an-other. Extract metadata automatically to improve accuracy and save on duplicate entry. In addition to automatic operations, workflows can be trigged manually, and priorities can be modified based on your immediate needs. The system helps you create a highly efficient and cost-effective operation working across ingest, QC, production, playout and new media distribution.

invenio Family

Invenio Capture is a key member of the Invenio suite of media asset management software solutions. Providing a total media asset management platform, Invenio em-powers content creators, owners and distributors to manage the entire content lifecycle from ingest to cataloging to storage and retrieval to support todays multiple platform distribution. The suites modular design lets you build a system from the bot-tom up, enabling you to meet current requirements and to scale as the needs of your operation grow.


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supported devices

Invenio Capture can be easily integrated with both Harris and third-party applications, ensuring seamless workflows across mixed environments. The system comes precon-figured to be interoperable with video file server devices that support direct-convert transfers of media files, and works with a large number of devices and products in-cluding the examples listed below. Check with your Harris representative for the most current list.

media servers

NEXIO, NEXIO AMP, K2, Spectrum, Profile XP/PDR, MediaStream

Pinnacle Thunder, SeaChange, EVS, SGI (MVCP)

media distribution

Pathfire, Vyvx, Pitch Blue, On the Spot, DG, Centaur

Archive

DIVArchive (DIVA API and DivaNet), MassTech (MMP), Isilon Sytems

SGL FlashNet Archive, XenData

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Velocity, Apple Final Cut Pro

Automation and Asset management

D-Series, Invenio, ADC, Centergy

invenio Capture sample system Recommendations

Intel Core Duo 3.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, 250 GB hard drive (15,000 rpm)

Dual (2) Gigabit/100 Mb/s TCP/IP network cards

Microsoft Windows Server 2003 or XP Pro SP2

Microsoft SQL Server 2005

With Invenio Capture, ingest content from multiple sources and make it useful for all other systems in your operation.

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Invenio MotionIntelligent Media Movement

set Your Content into motion

Managing your media assets is a lot like solving a different puzzle every day except the pieces are always moving, always changing. Processes and workflows are also becoming increasingly complex, resulting in cost pressures to do more with less. Your ultimate goal effectively manage your media assets, and gener-ate more frequent and higher returns from your content. You need to get the right content to the right device for the right objective, so its critical you have all of the necessary tools to identify, move and repurpose your media assets.

Harris Invenio Motion is the ultimate platform for digital media management. The system creates a unified workflow that allows you to ingest once and main-tain the asset in the digital domain for the life of the media. Access, manage and move material across any number of storage devices including multilevel stor-age systems. Transform media from one file format to another by incorporating a transcoder into your Invenio Motion workflow. Capture metadata automatically to improve accuracy and save on duplicate entry high volumes of rich metadata capture let you know that you are working with the right piece of content. In ad-dition to these automatic operations, workflows can be triggered manually, and tasks and priorities can be modified based on your immediate needs.

Features

invenio motion Highlights

Trigger workflows automatically based on new, updated or deleted media in storageSchedule tasks at fixed times and datesStart workflows from external systems such as Harris automation and media asset managementCopy, move, delete, rename, check IDs and retrieve metadata from video file servers and other storageArchive, restore and transcodeMonitor storage usage, and automatically e-mail system administratorsQuery the traffic system to extract a purge listImport work order lists of material to processDesign or modify workflows using industry-standard tools

Product details

Invenio Motion provides a comprehensive toolset to create automatic processes that reduce or eliminate manual intervention and transparently manage all your media movement and repurposing requirements. Fully automated processes allow a highly efficient and cost-effective operation working across ingest, QC, production, playout and new media distribution systems.

For single-station Operations or small playout Facilities

Invenio Motion brings operational efficiencies for:

Ingest, automatic transfer, transcoding and QC of file-based materialRepurposing and distributing material for desktop access, IPTV, Web site, etc.Enhancing playout by extending your automation system to automatically restore missing media from any defined location (video disks, online storage, archives, FTP servers) to the playout server

For multichannel Operations, networks, Cable and dtH

Invenio Motion provides solutions for:

Automatic ingest, QC and archiving file-based materialLarge-scale, complex material movement support

Ingest Archive Near-Line storage Playout VOD Remote uplink/headend Disaster recovery site Ability to scale to tens of thousands of items per day

Extending your Harris D-Series and ADC automation systems enhance playout by automatically restoring missing media from any defined location to the playout server

For mobile, iptV, VOd and nVOd

Invenio Motion provides automatic repurposing and distribution using automatic work-flows to:

Ingest materialQuality check/correct materialTranscode to multiple formatsDistribute to multiple platformsAutomatically manage your media from the data center through the NOC to the remote head-end/insertion point

Invenio Motion can talk to many devices using different protocols to automatically handle media localization and movement based on your workflow. The modular ar-chitecture allows the integration of devices from multiple vendors without making any changes to the Invenio Motion application, enabling reduced integration costs and im-proved operational stability. In addition, the system centralizes media movement tasks requested by other interfaced applications including playout, traffic, ingest, delivery and more, allowing those systems to remain focused on their primary roles. This enables a broadcaster to globally manage the prioritization of all media movement requests from different applications providing a real-world advantage, as restoring files for playout will always be a higher priority than archive processes.

Invenio Motion can behave as a standalone media movement tool, enhance the power of your playout automation system or supercharge your media asset management sys-tem. The automated workflows become an integral part of your normal operations and keep the complexity away from your users, allowing them to focus on other critical op-erations. Imagine the potential for productivity gains, reduced costs and fewer errors.


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invenio motion Capabilities

Invenio Motion monitors and manages changes in your asset portfolio and initiates workflows to manage your media. The system provides your organization with these key media management capabilities:

spy it! media detection

Invenio Motion monitors your asset portfolio by watching your devices. The system looks for changes in materials including new content additions, updates to existing media or media locations, and deletions. When new content is spied or a change in content is identified, Invenio Motion workflows are automatically triggered, using pre-defined rules configured to your organizations workflows.

move it! media movement and Other media Workflows

Invenio Motion manages the movement of media from the point of ingest to the point of delivery. Workflows can be initiated by a user, triggered automatically or by applications such as digital asset management, automation, news or post production systems.

track it! Workflow management and monitoring

Invenio Motion provides rich capabilities with which to monitor and initiate workflows to effectively monitor, manage and move media. Through a simple digital dashboard, the system allows you to track workflows, identify bottlenecks, track media presence on devices and monitor your storage. Tools to initiate workflows, manage priorities and intervene in processes are all in easy reach.

supercharge Your Operation

Using Invenio Motion, automate your content movement processes, tailor them to your operations and maximize the value of your media assets. Invenio Motion provides an essential link among your media management processes by tying together your media, your storage capabilities and your business and operational systems into a unified, accountable, efficient and process-driven system.

Invenio Motion can be easily integrated with both Harris and third-party applications, ensuring seamless workflows across mixed environments.

invenio motion Advantages

Provides unlimited plug-in possibilitiesEnables automatic workflow triggersAllows managing of workflow prioritiesDelivers metadata information with transfersDisplays status and percent complete of workflowsEnables file-based and FTP deliveryAutomates copies from/to archiveProvides Software Development Kit (SDK) for third-party applications

invenio motion grows With You

Extend Invenio Motion with Invenio Search & Browse capabilities, or add insight to your media management system with digital asset management.

search and Browse:

Enhance your Invenio Motion workflows with the tools to track down a specific asset, or research your content with optional search and video browsing tools. Invenio Mo-tion Search & Browse helps you find and review the content you need without wasting valuable time. The innovative search engine delivers consolidated search results from all relevant metadata, across all storage devices, in all configured domains, while the low-res proxy browsing provides an ideal environment for content review without the overhead of library checkout and content movement. Kick off workflows right from the search or browse windows, monitor task progress and get your content in motion.

invenio insight:

When youre ready to expand your content management system beyond media move-ment and workflow, Invenio Insight can provide the engine to create and manage new revenue opportunities by monetizing your vault. Leveraging the power of Invenio Motion workflows, Invenio Insight automatically extracts metadata from ingested content and makes it available for search, browse and basic editing at the desktop, allowing rapid repurposing of current and archived content into new products. Insight links metadata to a single frame, clip, cut list or entire program, laying the foundation to search, find, retrieve and utilize associated content rapidly, effectively and productively.

invenio Family

Invenio Motion is a key member of the Invenio suite of media asset management software solutions. Providing a total media asset management platform, Invenio em-powers content creators, owners and distributors to manage the entire content lifecycle from ingest to cataloging to storage and retrieval to support todays multiple platform distribution. The suites modular design lets you build a system from the bot-tom up, enabling you to meet current requirements and to scale as the needs of your operation grow.

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supported devices

Invenio Motion works with a wide range of products to provide the most complete me-dia movement system. Here are a few examples of the devices and products that work with Invenio Motion. Check with your Harris representative for the most current list.

media servers

NEXIO, NEXIO AMP, K2, Spectrum, Profile XP/PDR, MediaStream

Pinnacle Thunder, SeaChange, EVS, SGI (MVCP)

media distribution

Pathfire, Pitch Blue, Vyvx, On the Spot, DG, Centaur

transcoding

Telestream, RadiantGrid

File and transfer protocols

CIFS file server

MOG MXF Un/wrapper/Metadata

FTP servers

Archive

DIVArchive (DIVA API & DivaNet), MassTech (MMP), Isilon Sytems,

SGL FlashNet Archive, XenData

media Analysis/Automated QC

QuiC

Automation and Asset management

D-Series, Invenio, ADC, Centergy

invenio motion sample system Recommendations

Intel Core Duo 3.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, 250 GB hard drive (15,000 rpm)

Dual (2) Gigabit/100 Mb/s TCP/IP network cards

Microsoft Windows Server 2003 or XP Pro SP2

Microsoft SQL Server 2005

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Invenio InsightDigital Asset Management

The digitization of content presents the opportunity to design an operation focused on achieving the maximum value from your content assets. Embracing digital en-ables you to move beyond traditional processing to repurpose and reinvent your content in ways that build new revenue streams and new audiences. Invenio Insight puts you in control of your media transformation by making it possible to develop new products and services with a shorter time to market.

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improve the efficiency of content management

As you seek new business opportunities, the content formats that you need to support will grow, which can lead to increased overhead and operational complexity. Invenio Insight streamlines your content workflows to allow your business to take advantage of new revenue opportunities with minimum investment. Information about the location, format and status of your content is always at hand.

Invenio Insight automates your file-based operations, including digital media ingest, transcoding, media duplication and transfers. The system relates data to content even down to the frame and integrates your devices to ensure that you deliver the right content to the right person at the right time. It does all of this at a price that deliv-ers immediate value to your business.

supercharge your workflow

Instantly know what new assets have been ingested into the system. Search for content, create new versions and more. Invenio Insight technology delivers efficient management of content from acquisition to distribution. A comprehensive range of open, intelligent and reliable media movement tools enables you to effortlessly trigger workflows for content. Customizable content workflows automate delivery and carry out assignments.

use the invenio insight toolkit to:

Interface with Harris and third-party devices through an open APICreate new content, new versions and proxy copiesRetrieve embedded MXF metadataDeliver dynamic, real-time information about new assetsMove content between archive and online storageAutomate quality control with Harris Videotek QuiC media analysisTranscode contentDeliver content

Designed to integrate with Harris D-Series and ADC playout automation systems, Harris NEXIO video servers and a large number of third-party products, Invenio Insight allows you to incorporate rich content browsing and media transfer functionality across your entire operation.

dont search for content... Find it

The Invenio Insight search engine and thesaurus help you find the content you need without wasting valuable time. The innovative search engine delivers unified search results from all relevant metadata across all storage devices in all configured domains. Whether you are researching ideas or pursuing a specific asset, Invenio Insight offers standard search operators and keywords to quickly retrieve the results you need.

Search results allow you to preview proxy media and move the corresponding high-resolution content from an archive to a production or playout destination.

The thesaurus enables you to develop and manage a common language for identifica-tion of content. This improves both the accuracy and precision of content searching by retrieving all relevant content, regardless of whether it was filed under different terms for the same concept.

unleash your creativity

Invenio Insight provides innovative tools for your team to facilitate creative collaboration while reducing the energy expended on content management. By automating media status notification and providing transfer progress, your staff can focus on their creative goals, not on shuffling tapes or files around.

Take full advantage of creative resources and teamwork by providing accessibility and flexibility to your user community. Invenio Insight digital asset management allows you to effectively and efficiently manage your own personal workspace and to work collab-oratively with others. Personal and project folders simplify storage of work in progress and previous assignments.

Manage it all fromone keyboard!

Final Cut ProInvenio Insight

Create EDL, pass toFinal Cut Pro to editright on the SAN

Invenio Insight isautomatically updated

Features

invenio insight enables your operation to:

Manage the key workflows that help your business acquire, catalog, edit and distribute digital mediaIngest and catalog digital contentLocate rich metadata and content across the operationBrowse, view and edit low-resolution proxy media from anywhere desktop, Mac or WebPrepare content for repurposing and get it distributed


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Detect

- Identify new content and notify- Retrieve metadata

Deliver

- Get to the right users on the right device

Find

- Locate new and archived content- Search and browse video- Spy content on servers

Prepare and Move

- Automate QC- Move content- Transcode- Manage

Create and Manage

- Create new content- Manage projects and set priorities- Create versions and cut lists (EDLs)


system Requirements

Invenio Insight system requirements vary based on the needs of your organization, including number of users, the amount of content to be handled, number of sites, clustering and more. The following hardware guideli

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