April 28, 2009

Ross Video Launches CrossOver 16

Iroquois, ON, Canada – April 28, 2009 – Ross Video today announced the launch of the CrossOver 16 HD and SD Production Switchers. This marks the latest addition to the CrossOver family of multi-definition compact production switchers.

The CrossOver 16 Feature Set Includes:

  • 12 Multi-Definition Inputs
  • 6 Multi-Definition Outputs
  • 1 Analog Down Converted Output
  • 4 Assignable Frame Syncs with Format Conversion
  • 2 Media Stores with Animation Capability
  • 2 Channels of 2D DVE for PinP and 2D Transitions
  • High Quality UltraChrome™ Chroma Keyer available in any Keyer
  • 3 Fully Featured Keyers
  • Standard Source and Keyer Mnemonics
  • Custom Control Macros
  • 24 GPIO
  • Dedicated Keyer Cut and Auto Transitions Buttons
  • A High End 3-Axis Joystick

“The CrossOver 16 feature set will have a big impact in the single MLE switcher market,” said David Ross, CEO, Ross Video. “This switcher enables customers to produce high end productions from a compact studio, flight pack, or ENG truck. The CrossOver 16 is a new class of compact production switchers with some of the sophisticated functionality previously only found on our Vision series.”

The CrossOver 12 models can easily be upgraded to CrossOver 16 by simply swapping out the control panel. Ross Video has created a cost effective trade up program for existing CrossOver customers.

The CrossOver 16 models will be available for delivery with the release of version 1.4 software at no charge, in keeping with Ross Video’s policy of free production switcher software upgrades for the life of the product.

About Ross Video
Ross Video designs, manufactures and supports a wide range of innovative products for use in live production applications. Ross’ award winning product line includes Vision, Vision Octane and CrossOver Video Production Switchers; openGear®, RossGear and GearLite Signal Processing; BlackStorm Video Servers; OverDrive Production Control Systems and XPression Character Generators. Ross products are installed in over 100 countries around the world, where they are used daily by top broadcasters, production companies, sports stadiums, government agencies and houses of worship.

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For further information, please contact:
Sara Bell
Media Relations Specialist
t. (613) 652-3020
f. (613) 652-4425
e. sbell@rossvideo.com

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