Avid AirSpeed

Multi Stream

Multi-format HD and SD ingest and playout

Overview

The Workflow Server

For broadcast and fast-turnaround media production environments, AirSpeed Multi Stream provides workflow-connected HD and SD acquisition and playback capability that extends the speed, capability, management, and flexibility that makes Avid the solution of choice for professional media production.



Key features include:

  • Native End-to-end XDCAM HD workflow
    Choose the AirSpeed Multi Stream HD model for ingest and playout support of start-to-finish workflow in conjunction with Avid editors.  Sony hardware codecs in AirSpeed Multi Stream provide full-spec XDCAM implementation and ensure optimal workflow with XDCAM HD and XDCAM EX devices.
  • Efficient operation
    Compared to traditional video servers, the 1.5RU form factor packs more channels in smaller space, and the choice of XDCAM HD/EX with DVCPRO25/50 and IMX30/50, or DVCPRO and IMX only means you select the capability you need while saving on cost, space, and power. 
  • Flexibility and growth
    AirSpeed Multi Stream adapts to your growth and changing needs.  Four HD channels handle any combination of record or play. The DVCPRO and IMX SD model is field upgradable to XDCAM HD, and modular codec design means that AirSpeed Multi Stream can support other HD formats in the future.
  • Headframe creation
    Automatic creation of a reference frame for each clip captured, viewable in the user interface or anyone using the Avid Interplay production management system.
  • FrameChase™ editing
    AirSpeed Multi Stream connects directly to Avid Unity and enables MXF-supporting editing systems to simultaneously edit or play any live feed seconds after recording begins.
  • Facility fit
    Integration with automation and control applications through support for industry standard VDCP and BVW protocols.
  • Straightforward operation
    A single desktop control application provides intuitive set-up, control, preview, and monitoring for all functions and video streams of multiple AirSpeed Multi Stream servers. From the built-in Preview Monitor, users can play clips, mark In and Out points, create sub clips, and set head frames.