News Releases - 2005

Ross Releases OverDrive v2.0 Live Production Control System

Iroquois, ON, Canada – January 31, 2005 – Ross Video has released v2.0 of the OverDrive Live Production Control System. OverDrive is a Windows based touch screen system designed to control all devices in a production environment. This latest version offers an Avid iNEWS interface based on the MOS protocol and several new features and controls allowing broadcasters to enhance their live productions.

“A lot of customer feedback was incorporated into v2.0 resulting in a sophisticated product, offering even greater control and efficiency,” said Brad Rochon, OverDrive Product Manager. “This revolutionary technology will have a big impact on the future of news, sports and live event production.”

OverDrive gives broadcasters the ability to tailor staffing levels based on the production requirements of the show and deliver a more consistent product to viewers. Version 2.0 offers users more features and control:

• The Avid iNEWS MOS interface allows rundowns created in the NCS to be used in OverDrive. The interface allows for real-time changes in the NCS rundown to appear instantly in the OverDrive rundown. Included with the interface is an Active X plug-in for each NCS desktop that allows OverDrive device and effect templates to be inserted directly into the rundown.
  
• Numerous new features such as enhanced Custom Control Macro support, Icon Capture and multiple shots per story allow users to create complicated events and run them with ease.
  
• Expanded device control includes the integration of CG’s, VTR’s, Routers and Server Clip names.
  
• Additional device GUI for robotic cameras and enhancements to audio control.

The OverDrive System has gained the attention and purchase commitments of top television broadcasters and live production facilities in numerous markets.

Ross Video is based in Iroquois, Ontario, Canada and manufactures Analog, SD and HD Production Switchers, Production Control Systems, Routers, DVEs, Keyers, Distribution Amplifiers, A-D and D-A converters.

For further information, please contact:
Jennifer Nicolaassen Barrie, Public Relations Co-ordinator
T. (613) 652-3020 F. (613) 652-4425
E. jbarrie@rossvideo.com