Analog Way Ascender 16 Multi-Output 4K Seamless Switcher

Analog Way Ascender 16 4K

Analog Way Ascender 16 4K Switcher, 12 Seamless Inputs with Advanced Video Effects

Product Code: ASC1602-4K

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Features
• 12 Seamless Inputs
• 4 Outputs
• State-of-the-art Processing
• Advanced Video Effects
• Creative Display Configurations
• Simple Setup and Advanced Control

Analog Way Ascender 16 Multi-Output 4K Seamless Switcher

Cutting edge, solid state, multi-output 4K seamless switcher and videowall processor based on the powerful LiveCore™ platform. Featuring heavy-duty design, versatile connectivity, state-of-the-art real-time processing, advanced video effects and user-friendly web-based user interface, the Ascender 16 - 4K is a perfect fit for live events and system integration requiring the highest reliability and performance.

12 Seamless Inputs

• 42 total input plugs
• 6x HDMI (3x HDMI up to 4K@30Hz included)
• 3x DisplayPort (up to 4K@30Hz)
• 9x DVI-I (3x DVI Dual-Link up to 2560x1600 included)
• 12x 3G/HD/SD-SDI
• 12x Universal Analog (6x HD15 and 6x DVI-A)
• Supports quad-head HD sources

4 Outputs

• 5 plugs per output
• 8x Universal Analog (4x HD15 and 4x DVI-A)
• 4x 3G/HD/SD-SDI
• 2x DVI-I Dual-Link up to 2560x1600
• 2x DVI/HDMI 4K up to 4K@30Hz 4:4:4 or up to 4K@60Hz 4:2:0
• 4x SFP (Optical for SDI Fiber transmission)
• Supports Quad HD (4K@60Hz 4:4:4 on 4 cables)

State-of-the-art Processing

• Ultra-low latency 10 bit 4:4:4 processing
• Uncompromising scaling performance and image quality
• Supports de-interlacing, frame rate and aspect ratio conversion
• 2 true seamless scaled layers per output (16 scalers)
• 1 native background per output using still images or live sources
• Advanced layer management

Advanced Video Effects

• Seamless crossfade on all layers, on all 12 sources
• Borders: Edge, Smooth, Smooth Edge, Shadow
• Transitions: Cut, Fade, Slide, Wipe, Circle, Stretch, Depth, Flying window with programmable paths
• Layer effects: Background Cut, Transparency, Luma/Chroma Key, DSK, H&V Flip, Cut and Fill
• Color effects: B&W, Negative, Sepia and Solarize

Creative Display Configurations

• Supports any combination of single-screen or widescreen applications
• Single/Master screen memories to easily recall looks on all the screens
• Custom output formats for non-standard display applications
• Independent resolution and rate on all outputs
• Rotation capability in increments of 90°
• Custom Canvas mode for special LED wall applications
• Area of Interest option to customize active areas of outputs
• Confidence monitor available for unused outputs

Simple Setup and Advanced Control

• Web RCS: embedded intuitive drag and drop web-based interface
• Live video thumbnails shown on GUI
• Collaborative architecture: up to 5 simultaneous operators
• Wide range of hardware and software control solutions available (Vertige™, RCU, Shot Box², Control Box²…)
• TCP/IP protocol supported by all major third-party control systems
• AMX/Crestron drivers
• AW VideoCompositor: design-intuitive drag and drop Crestron® user interfaces to control your live events with the LiveCore™ series image

Up to 100 Still Image Memories

• Still images fully resizable
• Download/upload via Web RCS
• Capture from live inputs
• Supports alpha-channels for transparent background

Independent Monitoring Output

• Output plugs: HD15, DVI-I DL, 2x 3G-SDI and Analog SDTV (4x BNC)
• Customizable layout with up to 12 windows
• Real-time monitoring of sources, preview, program
• 8 memories available to save custom monitoring layouts

Rugged Steel Chassis

• Heavy-duty design for unrivalled reliability and durability
• Independent Frame Lock input and output loop
• Quiet: 49dB average noise at 1m
• Tally/GPI-O

Expandable for Larger Events

• 2 chassis can be linked to double input/output capabilities (24x8 system)
• Up to 24 LiveCore™ chassis can be controlled to create huge video canvases with up 192 megapixels

• 1 x Power supply cord
• 1 x Web-based Remote Control Software
• 1 x Rackmount kit
• 1 x Ethernet cross cable (for device control)
• 1 x MCO 10 pin connector
• 1 x User manual (PDF)*
• 1 x Quick start guide including safety instructions

INPUTS
12 active inputs, 42 total input plugs
6x HDMI (3x HDMI up to 4k30hz included)
3x DisplayPort (up to 4k30hz)
9x DVI-I (3x DVI Dual-Link up to 2560x1600 included)
12x 3G/HD/SD-SDI
12x Universal Analog (6x HD15 & 6x DVI-A)

OUTPUTS
4 outputs with 5 plugs per output
8x Universal Analog (4x HD15 & 4x DVI-A)
4x 3G/HD/SD-SDI
2x DVI-I Dual-Link up to 2560x1600 (output #1 and #3)
2x DVI/HDMI 4K up to 4k30hz 4:4:4 or up to 4k60hz, 4:2:0 (output #2 and #4)
4x SFP (Optical for SDI Fiber transmission)

MONITORING OUTPUT
2x Universal Analog (HD15 & DVI-A)
1x DVI-I
2x 3G/HD/SD-SDI
1x RGBs/RGsB/RGB/YPrBr/YC/comp analog output
Customizable labels - Up to 12 widgets

LAYERS
2 True-Seamless scaled layers per output
1 native background layer per output
Advance layer management

TRANSITIONS & EFFECTS
True A/B Mix
Borders: Edge, Smooth, Smooth Edge, Shadow…
Transitions: Cut, Fade, Slide, Wipe, Circle, Stretch, Depth, Flying window
Layer effects: Background Cut, Transparency, Luma/Chroma Key, DSK, H&V Flip, Cut and Fill
Colors effects: B&W, Negative, Sepia and Solarize

FRAMES & LOGOS
Up to 100 frame/logo memories – Fully resizable
Download/upload via Web RCS
Capture from live inputs

CONTROL
Web RCS: On-board intuitive web based user interface
VertigeTM: Premium remote controller
RCU: Rack mountable master control unit
Shot Box2/Control Box2 : Cost effective control solutions
TCP protocol and AMX/Crestron drivers
AW VideoCompositor: Drag & drop Crestron® GUI

OTHER FEATURES
Tally/GPI-O
Independent Frame Lock input and output loop

EXPANDABILITY
2 chassis can be linked via proprietary link cables to expand input/output capabilities
Several chassis can be controlled from a VertigeTM or from RCU to create huge video canvases