Ross Video Releases SoftMetal Version 4.2 Software

Iroquois, ON, Canada – November 5, 2009 – Ross Video introduces Version 4.2 software for the 1000 and 3000 series SoftMetal Video Servers, available free to all existing SoftMetal customers.

SoftMetal Version 4.2 continues to offer a flexible clip and graphics play out server for use in production or master control applications. Upgrades include: support for the Sony BVW-75 and Odetics protocol for remote device control, MediaManger can now import, export, rename or delete media items for the server, frame interpolated Slo-Mo via Play Client or external Device Controller, Time Delay Instant Replay (TDIR) option, General Purpose Interface (GPI) input and output signals, VDCP remote port mapping, Mixed Resolution ganged recording and playback and Integrated throttled FTP.

“We continue to enhance ongoing and new functionality to the SoftMetal product line through Software upgrades,” said Todd Robinson, Server Product Manager, Software. “We encourage all SoftMetal customers to take advantage of this free upgrade which is readily available on our Ross Video website.”

SoftMetal is a line of multi-definition video servers designed for both production and master control applications. They are available in a variety of configurations, in both standard definition and multi-definition models.

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