Product Overview
3G NOW!
Vision is ready for 3G video formats right out of the box, supporting both 1080p 50 Level A and 1080p 59.94 Level A.
Multi-Definition
Future-proof right out of the box, Vision allows you to work in either SD or HD, supporting 480i (SD 525), 576i (SD
625), 720p, 1080i, 1080pSF 24, 1080pSF 23.98, and 1080p 24.
Incredibly Powerful Vision Octane 3RU 3G
The Octane 3RU 3G Live Production Engine sets a new standard for small compact chassis capability. It has support
for up to 4 MLEs, 48 multi-denition inputs, 16 multi-denition outputs, 40 DVE channels, 24 internal keyers, 20
internal Ethernet-connected media stores, and 18 classes of external interfaces. Add Proc Amps, RGB Color Correctors,
Utility Buses, FlexiClean™, Preview Overlay, Linux®OS, and a whole lot more, and the result is nothing short of
revolutionary. Amazingly, it ts into a rack-saving 3 RU.
OverDrive®Compatible
Ross Video switchers have evolved to control every single piece of equipment in the control room. The next step in this
evolution is the revolutionary OverDrive Production Control System. With dual touch screens, the Technical Director
can now automate a production when required. Thumbnail based, the TD can step through the run-down for the show
or instantly break away to unscripted events. When connected to a newsroom automation system, a live MOS-based
link keeps the two systems in constant and instant synch, providing clear communication between the producer and the
TD. OverDrive requires at least 2 MLEs to operate.
Flexible Control Panel Layout
The Vision control panel allows unprecedented exibility in the placement of MLE crosspoints, and the number of
dedicated sources you can access for each MLE. Each MLE on the switcher can be assigned to a different crosspoint
group, or row, on the Vision control panel. Place MLE 1 on the bottom crosspoint row and MLE 4 on the top, or assign
two crosspoint groups to the same MLE. Along with MLE assignment, you can also adjust the size of the crosspoint
groups that the MLEs are assigned to. Want one crosspoint group with 64 source buttons? You can assign crosspoint
modules to crosspoint groups across different rows allowing for an MLE with source buttons that span multiple rows
on the control panel.
MultiPanel
Connect multiple Vision control panels to a single Octane 3RU or Octane 8RU Live Production Engine. Have each
Vision panel control some, or all, of the MLEs from the frame seamlessly. Perfect for multiple-production environments
where space and ease of maintenance are key! Each MultiPanel system consists of a Master Panel, and up to eight (8)
Satellite Panels.
Mnemonics
Mnemonics are perfect for mobiles and other applications that require different source names from one production to
another. Mnemonics are available for every MLE, as well as the Custom Control button row. Every display can have
individual settings for color, text size, and backlighting to provide clear naming and source group separation.
Preview Overlay
This unique option allows the Technical Director to keep his/her eyes on the action by presenting key information
overlaying the preview monitor output. Included are a VTR and video server time code display, a count up/down timer,
source ID, safe title, and more - each element individually selectable via handy control panel buttons.
6• Product Overview — Vision 3G Configuration Guide (v17.0)
