dpsVelocity Quattrus


dpsVelocity Quattrus

dpsVelocityQ™ combines the dpsQuattrus™ multi-layer real-time non-linear editing hardware with an extended version of the award-winning dpsVelocity software, into a fully-integrated "no compromise" advanced multi-layer NLE solution.

OUTSTANDING HARDWARE TECHNOLOGY

Built on the hardware expertise that won an Emmy® Award in 2000 for Outstanding Achievement in Television Technology, dpsVelocityQ combines the latest advances in real-time hardware with powerful NLE software into an exceptional integrated solution with guaranteed real-time performance and an unparalleled level of efficiency, reliability and ease of use. dpsVelocityQ features real-time simultaneous playback of four video streams (in any combination of uncompressed or compressed video), six graphics layers and four real-time 3D DVE channels with its Q3DX4™ quad-DVE module.

Amazingly compact, the dpsQuattrus hardware combines all of this real time power with flexible professional video I/O (including composite, Y/C, component, and optional DV and SDI), video mixing and keying, multi-channel audio mixing, video alpha channel support, and an integrated Ultra160 SCSI-3 disk controller, all on a single PCI card that requires just one IRQ.

Whether you need the advanced multi-stream and multi-DVE capabilities of dpsVelocityQ for commercials, promos, intros, or other complex projects, dpsVelocityQ gives you the power you need without sacrificing real-time performance.

dpsVelocityQ harnesses this real time power into an intuitive, flexible and customizable interface that makes even the most complex editing tasks easy. Building on the proven dpsVelocity architecture, dpsVelocityQ includes all of the features of the dpsVelocity 8.0 dual-stream non-linear editor, including real-time filters such as color correction and speed changes, hundreds of customizable 2D and 3D transitions, rolling/crawling titles, 3 and 4-point editing, EDL import and export, real-time control of eight tracks of audio and direct timeline integration with eyeon's included Digital Fusion DFX+™ compositing software. To this solid foundation, dpsVelocityQ adds new features including multi-camera editing of up to four cameras (depending on configuration), four channels of simultaneous real-time 3D DVE, and enhanced support for network editing. With user-definable hotkeys, selectable A/X/B and single-track timeline modes, an optional external jog/shuttle controller and more, you can choose the control method and editing style you prefer.

dpsVelocityQ provides the ultimate in quality, productivity, flexibility, reliability, and ease of use. dpsVelocityQ – professional post production the way you need it.

INTUITIVE, FLEXIBLE AND CUSTOMIZABLE INTERFACE
Building on the award-winning dpsVelocity software, dpsVelocityQ includes a wide range of features that increase productivity and enhance the editing interface and workflow. The editing timeline features selectable A/X/B and single-track timeline modes, real-time support for video files with alpha channel, independent variable track scaling, mute and solo of video and audio tracks, multiple timeline support and more. Captured clips and other media are easily organized into one or more tabbed customizable galleries. Media can be played, sorted, searched and managed right within the galleries, while mouse controls, user-definable hotkeys, and an optional jog/shuttle controller let you pick your favorite style of editing.

EASY 3 AND 4 POINT EDITING AND TRIMMING
Clips can be trimmed directly on the timeline or with the advanced Trim Window, which provides easy 3 and 4-point edit modes including insert, overlay, slip, slide, and fit-to-fill.

MULTI CAMERA EDITING MADE EASY
With dpsVelocityQ, editing sequences using multiple camera angles is easy and intuitive. Sequences from up to four cameras can be "sliced and diced" interactively as you view your sources in real-time, directly from the timeline – no special plug-ins required! Editing a multi-camera shoot has never been easier or faster.

CAPTURING FOOTAGE
Capturing footage is accurate and flexible, with methods ranging from quick capture to frame-accurate batch capture. Batch recapture allows footage to be captured at offline compression rates, and later replaced with higher quality footage for output. EDL import and export are also available for easy collaboration with other editing systems

EFFECTS & TRANSITIONS – UP TO FOUR SIMULTANEOUS 3D EFFECTS IN REAL TIME! Hundreds of predefined and customizable 2D and 3D transitions and effects are included and fully keyframeable for precision control. Real time effects including variable speed changes, reverse, color correction, "garbage mattes" and keying can be combined simultaneously with transitions and rolling and crawling titles, providing maximum creative flexibility. dpsVelocityQ's Q3DX4 quad-channel DVE module even enables four simultaneous real time 3D effects! 3D effects such as rotation, perspective and warp can be applied to graphics as well as video, and played back simultaneously with wipes and other effects in real time. If you ever do need to render, DPS Render Bank technology remembers previously rendered segments, eliminating re-rendering.
	FLEXIBLE OUTPUT FORMATS & WEB STREAMING dpsVelocityQ lets you easily create output directly from the timeline for any popular distribution format — video tape, CD-ROM, DVD or the web. Web formats including RealNetworks® RealVideo® , Microsoft® Windows Media™ and QuickTime™ can be output from the timeline in real time, plus Ligos™ GoMotion™-powered MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 formats for CD-ROM and DVD authoring. In addition to creating on-demand web files, dpsVelocityQ can also stream to the web live from the timeline. Live video from a camera or deck can be combined in real time with titles, transitions, and previously captured clips, and streamed live for exceptional webcasting flexibility.
ADVANCED AUDIO Audio is an essential part of any production. dpsVelocityQ provides real time 8-channel audio mixing and monitoring, with real time parametric EQ for audio sweetening. Tracks can be muted or soloed, and if you need more audio channels, you can automatically mix down additional audio tracks for real time preview. Audio control nodes can be created on-the-fly by using the sliders during playback, and voiceover and analog-style scrub make working with audio easy.
	FLEXIBLE VIDEO STORAGE dpsVelocityQ gives you a choice of video storage architectures. dpsVelocityQ includes a dedicated integrated Ultra160 SCSI-3 disk controller supporting up to 15 drives, thus saving you the expense of purchasing a separate mass storage controller. For those wishing to use a different type of controller or networked storage, dpsVelocityQ also provides the flexibility of using separate system storage controllers over the PCI bus, enabling the use of storage area networks and making dpsVelocityQ ideal for collaborative editing environments.

DPS VIRTUAL TAPE FILE SYSTEM™ (VTFS™)
The uniquely flexible DPS Virtual Tape File System provides seamless and transparent integration and file interchange with other graphics, animation, and compositing systems. Each frame of video is simultaneously available in ten popular image file formats, including TGA, BMP, and TIF. Animation sequences can be rendered directly to the VTFS, then easily accessed for playback and editing.

PRECISION QUALITY CONTROL
dpsVelocityQ features Uncompressed and variable compression playback and recording for perfect quality every time, with the flexibility to mix compressed and uncompressed footage in the same timeline. Proc amp controls, color correction, and an integrated waveform monitor and vectorscope display help keep your video levels within spec and allow you to easily fine-tune both incoming and captured video.

KEY FEATURES

Fully integrated hardware/software solution
dpsVelocity real time NLE software
dpsQuattrus hardware – single slot, single IRQ PCI card
Real time simultaneous playback of 4 video streams & 6 graphics layers
On-board dedicated Ultra160 SCSI interface and network storage support
Compressed and uncompressed recording and playback
Mix compressed and uncompressed clips in the same project
Flexible analog video I/O: composite, component & Y/C
Balanced & unbalanced stereo analog audio I/O
Direct support for DV I/O through host computer's built-in IEEE-1394 port or OHCI-compliant IEEE-1394 interface card
Accepts optional SDI and digital audio I/O cards
Full frame 720 x 486 (NTSC) or 720 x 576 (PAL) resolution
Dedicated preview channel video output
Adjustable genlock timing referenced to video input
Real time 8-channel hardware audio mixing
Real time parametric audio EQ
Real time 2D and 3D DVE, including picture-in-picture, perspective, warp and rotation
Quad-channel 3D DVE allows four simultaneous real time 3D effects (with Q3DX4 module)
Real time rolls and crawls
Real time variable speed changes and reverse playback
200+ customizable, keyframeable real time 2D transitions (12-bit ultra-smooth anti-aliased wipes with colored and soft-edge borders)
200+ customizable, keyframeable real time 3D transitions with sub-pixel movement for superb quality
Fully keyframeable real time proc amp controls and color correction
Real time keyframeable chroma/luma keyer

Integrated waveform/vectorscope display
Batch Capture, Recapture and Print-to-Tape support RS-422 and DV control
Multiple timeline support (tabbed or free-floating)
Multiple tabbed galleries (bins) with search and database-style detail modes
Selectable A/X/B or single-track editing modes (can be toggled while working)
Multi-camera editing (four cameras)
User definable hot keys
Trim window with advanced 3 and 4 point edits
Real time support for 32-bit video files with alpha channel
Real time masks and "garbage mattes"
Flexible timeline interface with independently variable track heights, mute/solo and show/hide of video and audio tracks
EDL import and export
Render Bank™ technology remembers previously rendered segments
DPS Virtual Tape File System™ provides seamless integration with third party graphics/animation applications
DFX+ compositing and advanced effects with direct timeline integration
Live video processing including real time titling and transitions
Real time support of web streaming video formats
Export RealNetworks® RealVideo®, Microsoft® Windows Media Format™, AVI, QuickTime™, MPEG-1 and DVD-compliant MPEG-2 files directly from the timeline
Live webcasting combining live video & audio with prerecorded footage, titles & transitions
Integrated remote control support for optional Panasonic WJ-MX20 switcher for multi-camera live webcasting
Bundled DVD authoring, professional titling and audio sweetening software