Why OverDrive?
The following outlines the unique features and benefits of OverDrive that should be top of mind when considering Automated Production Control (APC) technology.
OverDrive Will Improve Your Productions
OverDrive handles the most dynamic, fast-paced, demanding productions while reducing common production errors.
Fewer On-Air Mistakes
OverDrive enables operators to prevent and correct errors before they appear on air. With many unique features such as 'Look-Ahead' device prepare and Link/Latch keyers, OverDrive productions are cleaner and more consistent than with any other APC system.
More Dynamic Graphics
Modern productions require an intense level of graphics, including sophisticated animations and transition effects. OverDrive's advanced CG MOS workflow enables operators to quickly add, edit and trigger complex multi-event graphics with ease, with automated timing or under manual operator control.
Manage On-Set Displays
OverDrive is designed to manage the complexity of driving multiple on-set monitors with dynamically changing content and effects. OverDrive controls the Vision AuxKey feature to mix and key sources in on-set monitors without tying up valuable switcher MLE resources. This is a unique feature found only with OverDrive.
Consistent Productions with Any Operator
The intuitive rundown-based OverDrive Graphical User Interface (GUI), combined with dozens of industry-first features such as user-defined visual 'icon' templates and dynamic management of video server channels and production switcher resources, allows all levels of operator to bring even the fastest-paced productions to air, cleanly and consistently.
Choice of Automation Level
OverDrive doesn't lock you into running only fully automated productions. With OverDrive, the level of automation can scale from fully automated to fully manual or anything in between, allowing the control room crew size and level of device control to be optimized to meet the unique needs of every production. OverDrive can even scale the level of automation 'on-the-fly' during a production - offering facilities the most flexibility for automated productions.
A Compelling Investment
OverDrive offers the fastest major capital expenditure ROI and delivers more than the competition, period.
Lowest Cost of Ownership
With a lower initial capital investment, quick installation and commissioning, and fewer training days to on-air launch, OverDrive has the lowest cost of ownership in the industry. Even more compelling, Ross upgrades the OverDrive server hardware after every 3rd year of the Hardware/Software Maintenance Plan and will always assist our customers for the life of the product over the phone. Who other than Ross offers this level of support?
Choice of Technology
OverDrive interfaces to an extensive list of industry standard video servers, audio mixers, robotic cameras, graphics systems and other production devices, with a list of over 100 interfaces and growing. Whether repurposing legacy devices that are already in use, or purchasing new device technology, Ross offers the most choice to meet current and future budgetary and production needs.
Best-In-Class Architecture
OverDrive is designed from the ground up with a future-proof, advanced hardware and software architecture.
Fast / Mirrored Redundancy
OverDrive features a one-button <5 second switch-over between primary and backup servers, while always protecting the on-air product. The OverDrive redundant architecture requires no user intervention and mirrors all changes in real-time from the primary system to the redundant system.
A True MOS Workflow
OverDrive's MOS LiveLinkTM protocol interface to the News Room Computer System (NRCS) offers instant real-time rundown updates and ensures synchronization with the newsroom editorial system at all times. OverDrive rundown status displayed in the NRCS gives the production team visibility of on-air playout.
OverDrive's advanced MOS device workflow integrates with leading CG and video server control systems and newsroom ActiveX plug-in applications to enable a seamless end-to-end 'creation to playout' workflow. No other system offers the level or quality of MOS workflow solutions found in OverDrive.
Leading Technology and System Architecture
OverDrive uses an industry standard IT-based client/server architecture, which enables facilities to run seamless 'no break' back-to-back productions without disabling system redundancy. With this architecture, multiple remote client applications can be active at the same time, each with the ability to monitor or control the rundown playout from any location on the network.
For system robustness, OverDrive is written in Java, providing a stable and future-proof operating environment.
An OverDrive system provides support for a range of production switcher Panel / Frame combinations, allowing for user-customized system configurations. For example, a small setup panel with large frame allows facilities to manage more inputs and MLEs while preserving control room and desktop space.
A Superior Customer Experience
Ross Video's experts will demystify APC technology for your team, helping you get the most out of your investment while ensuring a successful implementation and launch experience.
Superior Pre-Sale Support
The OverDrive sales process involves a team of dedicated and talented individuals. Ross will assist you in fully understanding the advantages and options involved in adopting and deploying OverDrive. Online demonstrations, OverDrive customer site visits to see a system in action, a Ross Project Manager site survey, contact with customer references and Product Manager discussions are just a few of the tools available in planning your OverDrive solution.
Superior Launch and Post-Sale Support
At Ross, we take pride in successfully launching Automated Production Control technology in facilities around the world. Guided by our 'Superior Customer Experience' mission statement, we take ownership in ensuring our customer's success and include professional services such as project management, after launch phone support from our trainers and direct dialogue with product management and engineering without any additional cost.
To speak with an APC technology expert and find out more about OverDrive, please contact your local Ross representative or email us at overdrive@rossvideo.com.
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