Dayang Deploys HD Editing Systems and Character Generators Based on Matrox DSX Platforms to China's CCTV
IBC 2005, Amsterdam, September 2005 - Matrox® Video Products Group today announced that Dayang Technology Development Inc. has installed HD systems based on Matrox DSX technology at China's CCTV, the country's largest and most important broadcaster. CCTV Channel 7, which focuses on military affairs, chose nine Dayang D3-Edit HD systems based on the Matrox X.mio 8000 multi-channel HD I/O card as part of its transition from SD to HD. After comprehensive evaluation, CCTV also chose the Dayang D3-CG graphics and title production system, which is based on the Matrox X.mio 5000 card, for its first HD Studio. The decision was made based on the D3-CG's ability to efficiently provide high-quality HD, and at the same time, support the ongoing need for SD production."We are striving to produce perfect HD programs with the help of the most advanced technology and D3-Edit HD with Matrox X.mio has all that we want," said a CCTV Channel 7 engineer. "We have every reason to believe that D3-Edit HD will provide CCTV with HD images of the highest quality and an HD production workflow of the highest efficiency. The whole nation will see and enjoy marvelous HD programs produced by Dayang D3-Edit HD in the near future."
"Matrox's DSX platform is perfect for CPU+GPU+IO applications," said Mr. Wei Deng, chief technical officer of Dayang Technology Development Inc. "It makes our products future-proof. As computing power increases our customers will see additional performance benefits and always have the extra edge that the Matrox hardware provides."
About Matrox DSX
Matrox DSX is a family of HD and SD video and audio components that includes the Matrox X.mio series of multi-channel I/O cards. The Matrox DSX products are designed to allow OEMs and developers to create a wide variety of cost-effective products and applications including NLE systems, capture/playout servers, CGs, clip and still stores, graphics/production servers, automation and master control units, multi-layer compositors, and CATV barker channels. Matrox DSX combines codec and effects technologies and a full range of professional hardware components with a comprehensive Windows XP-based SDK.
Key features of the Matrox DSX platforms
| • | Modular 10-bit architecture gives developers the flexibility to meet technical and price targets |
| • | Full range of HD and SD audio and video I/Os |
| • | Simultaneous input and output of different video standards in HD and SD |
| • | Multi-format SD codec support in software - DV, DVCAM, DVCPRO, DVCPRO 50, D10 (in an MXF file wrapper), MPEG-2, 8- and 10-bit uncompressed |
| • | Multi-format HD codec support in software - MPEG-2 at online and offline bit rates, 8- and 10-bit uncompressed |
| • | Exploits CPU power to perform software effects on multiple streams in real time |
| • | Infinite layer 10-bit compositing |
| • | Professional realtime effects including color correction, chroma/luma keying, graphics overlay, smooth speed changes |
| • | GPU co-processor for realtime 3D effects |
| • | Key input and output support |
| • | Multiple board support in a single chassis |
| • | SDK based on the mature DigiSuite platform which has been used on-air by broadcasters worldwide for more than 8 years |
| • | Application development support by a team of dedicated, experienced engineers |
| About Dayang D3-Edit HD Pro9 Dayang D3-Edit HD Pro9 is a state-of-the-art HD editing system designed for broadcast facilities. It features multi-layer, multi-effects editing with compressed and non-compressed video processing and up to 24-bit high quality audio processing. It incorporates Matrox DSX components including the effects board and the comprehensive audio and video breakout boxes along with powerful CPU processing to provide a comprehensive HD solution for editing, compositing, and DVD authoring in a high quality, stable system. About Dayang D3- CG Dayang D3-CG HD provides high precision graphics and title effects with unprecedented flexibility and convenience. It includes over 100 realtime HD animation templates and is renown for its field-proven performance, stability, and reliability. About Dayang Dayang Technology Development Inc. is the most recognized professional manufacturer of broadcasting products and services in China providing a broad range of high quality digital solutions that enable professionals to create, play out, store and share video programs. Dayang delivers systems such as CGs, NLEs, and 3D Virtual Reality Studios as well as Total Network Solutions for professionals in TV stations, post production houses, and institutions. Built on its success in China, the company has been expanding into the international market for the past three years. About Matrox Matrox Video Products Group is a technology and market leader in the field of HD and SD digital video hardware and software for realtime editing, DVD authoring, capture/playout servers, clip/still stores, and CGs. Matrox's Emmy award-winning technology powers a full range of content creation and delivery platforms used by broadcasters, post-production facilities, project studios, corporate communicators, and videographers worldwide. Founded in 1976, Matrox is a privately held company headquartered in Montreal, Canada. For more information visit www.matrox.com/video. Matrox is a registered trademark and Matrox DSX is a trademark of Matrox Electronic Systems Ltd. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners. Contact our Communications Team |