Bluefish444 Epoch 2K Horizon and Create 2K Base Now Available

Sunday, July 05, 2009

Epoch Video Cards
Epoch video cards are Bluefish444's next-generation, flagship HD and true 2K resolution capture and playback solutions. The dual link, multi-channel Epoch 2K range offers the best way to bring true film quality to the desktop and is the perfect choice for the demanding DI market.

Epoch Product Family Brochure

Epoch 2K Horizon ($3,695 USD) and Epoch Horizon ($2,495 USD) are available now. Other Epoch video cards will be available later in Q3 2009.

Create Video Cards
Create video cards cater perfectly to the specific needs of modern video and graphics artists in post-production and broadcast graphics. Small or large! Whether you're in editing/compositing/animation, film production, or corporate or event videography, creating at the highest quality is within reach!

Create Product Family Brochure

Create 2K Base is available now for $1,795 USD. Create 2K Base includes all Create 2K features except for hardware scaling and DVI/HDMI preview. Other Create cards will be available later in Q3 2009.

Compare Epoch 2K Horizon, Epoch Horizon, and Create 2K Base

Supported Applications
Bluefish444 Symmetry
Adobe CS4 (Windows)
Apple Final Cut Studio 2
Assimilate SCRATCH
Autodesk Combustion
Autodesk 3ds Max
Eyeon Fusion

Reseller Pricing
Please contact a Bluefish444 distribution partner for reseller pricing:

North America
JB&A Distribution
1.415.256.2800
sales@jbanda.com

Latin America
Techexport
Patty Grasso
+1.781.685.5009
pgrasso@techexport.com

Labels: Bluefish444, Bluefish444-Create, Bluefish444-Epoch

NAB Sneak Peak: New Bluefish444 2K/HD/SD 3G SDI Video Cards

Thursday, April 09, 2009

At NAB 2009, Bluefish444 will announce its new cross-platform Create family of 2K/HD/SD 3G SDI uncompressed video cards. This extremely high-quality range of cost-effective PCI Express cards will support Apple Final Cut Studio 2, Adobe Creative Suite 4, Autodesk Combustion and 3ds Max, and Eyeon Fusion. Symmetry, Bluefish444's acquisition, preview and playout software for Windows, will also be included with each Create card.

What differentiates Create video cards from alternative solutions is on-board 12-bit video processing and Sinc(x) hardware scaling that combine to enable real-time format conversion at amazing quality. The 12-bit video processing used throughout the Create cards offers four times the quality of traditional 10-bit pixel depth video processing. This allows for very high-quality color space conversion that is essential for compositors and animators. The hardware-based 25 X 25 tap Sinc(x) scaling algorithm provides for 1/128th sub-pixel scaling accuracy. This scaling algorithm combined with the 12-bit processing enables Create's scaling module to up, down and cross convert between 2K, HD and SD video resolutions in real-time at the highest quality.

The Create family of video cards includes:

Create HD for HD/SD 4:2:2 workflows - $1,795 USD SRP
Create HD is for uncompressed HD/SD digital content creation. It is ideal for connecting digital VTRs, cameras and monitors working in either HD or SD SDI.

Create HD allows for hardware-based, real-time up, down or cross-conversion during capture or playback. The same hardware-based scaler accelerates real time effects within supported NLE applications. Additionally, dual SDI outputs allow for original and converted signals to be output simultaneously.

Create 2K for file-based DI 4:4:4 & 4:2:2 workflows - $2,995 USD SRP
Create 2K is targeted at the file-based workflow of independent filmmaking. Ingested files are edited and previewed within Adobe CS4 or Apple Final Cut Studio as part of an offline workflow. The offline project can then be used to reconform color corrected material and master to SD, HD or 2K resolutions in either single or dual link output modes.

Create 2K has 3 X 1D LUTs on all outputs allowing for calibration of the display device and log/linear conversion.

Create 2K's DVI/HDMI preview output includes a high-quality, hardware-based scaler. The scaler converts the selected input or output to the LCD / Plasma's native resolution and frame rate, bypassing the lower-quality internal scaler of the LCD / Plasma. This provides for low-cost and flexible monitoring within the workflow as a wide range of TFT, Plasma and projectors can be used.

Create 2K incorporates the Create HD feature set and builds upon it by offering dual link output and high-quality DVI / HDMI preview output.

Create 2K Ultra for DI dual link 4:4:4 I/O workflows - $3,495 USD SRP
Create 2K Ultra is aimed at 4:4:4 I/O digital intermediary workflows. Bluefish444 has built its reputation on RGB workflows and Create 2K Ultra brings together Bluefish444's 10 years of expertise in a cost-effective product tightly integrated with Symmetry for Windows DI acquisition, preview and playout.

Create 2K Ultra incorporates the Create HD and Create 2K feature sets and builds upon them by also offering dual link input.

Common Features for all Create Video Cards
The 4-lane PCIe Create products all share a common set of features that meet the demanding requirement of today's uncompressed DCC workflow:

• 8/10/12-bit 3G SDI I/O
• 16 channels of embedded audio
• RP 188 timecode
• 6 channels of AES/EBU balanced digital audio I/O for 5.1 surround sound
• 8 channels of AES/ID3 unbalanced digital audio I/O for 7.1 surround sound
• 2 channels of analog audio unbalanced RCA output
• RS422 deck control
• 3 X 1D LUTs
• 3:2 pulldown
• Audio sample rate converters
• Genlock
• Internal keyer
• Safe title and letterbox generator

See Bluefish444 at NAB - Booth SL7626
The Create range of video cards will be available in the 2nd quarter of 2009. Attending NAB? Please contact us to set up an appointment to discuss this exciting new range of 2K/HD/SD 3G SDI video cards.

Labels: Bluefish444, Bluefish444-Create

Media Frame Qualifies Bluefish444 Video Cards

Wednesday, August 06, 2008

Media Frame has qualified Bluefish444 video cards for use with RTVS, the first Media Frame Engine-based application for delivering Windows Media, AVI, QuickTime, and still graphic content to air.

The Media Frame Engine provides native support for all formats that it reads providing instant access to video and graphic content. RTVS performs real-time frame rate and video format conversions. All content played through RTVS is up-converted or down-converted to match the video I/O hardware format in realtime with full alpha channel support on each output channel.

Media Frame Web Site

Please contact us for more information.

Labels: Bluefish444

Bluefish444 Converters Now Include In Monitor Display (IMD) Support

Wednesday, June 04, 2008

Bluefish444's redThing and blueThing HD/SD-SDI to DVI-I converters now incorporate In Monitor Display (IMD) and Tally support. IMD enables the insertion of a label and tallies below the viewed image for identification purposes. By combining redThing or blueThing with a Television Systems Tallyman TM1 or TM2 controller, you are able to update the IMD as the source fed to the converter changes. This IMD functionality is an essential part of any broadcast or production environment as it enables easy identification of the source, destination, or use of the viewed images.

Please visit the Bluefish444 web site for more information.

Labels: Bluefish444, blueThing, Converters, redThing

Videoship and Bluefish444 Help NBC News Channel Serve Affiliates

Thursday, April 10, 2008

NBC News Channel is situated in Charlotte, North Carolina and provides 24/7 news services to 300 NBC Affiliate stations located across the U.S. and abroad. Time is of the essence with breaking news, and the News Channel team delivers top stories quickly and efficiently using state of the art technologies.

In August 2007, VideoShip, a privately held Canadian corporation with offices in Atlanta, was awarded the contract to provide system development and support services to News Channel in building their next generation news aggregation and distribution backbone. The new system is powered by NetWave, VideoShip's core Content Delivery Network (CDN) product offering. NetWave is a highly scalable solution that supports the aggregation/delivery of files and live streams concurrently over both terrestrial and satellite networks.

As part of this upgrade, VideoShip worked closely with News Channel staff to select hardware components in replacing aging News Channel servers situated at each Affiliate location. These servers act as repositories for delivered content, and provide a number of facilities to assist with local workflow integration. VideoShip integrated/configured these systems at their Atlanta office, and shipped them to Affiliate locations by December 2007.

A key function of the new system is the ability to ingest and play-out video at Affiliate locations, allowing each site to integrate delivered content into their local workflow, as well as contribute local news stories of their own to News Channel headquarters in Charlotte. Required functionality of the new hardware's integrated video card component included play-out with concurrent dual capture inputs, along with support for both Analog and Digital I/O.

After an extensive evaluation of video cards from multiple vendors, Bluefish444 SD Greed was selected as the most versatile and cost-effective solution for the News Channel deployment. While other vendors offered a 3-card solution, a single SD Greed supports concurrent play-out with dual encoder inputs, and provides the quality and reliability required for this mission-critical application.

During the development and deployment phases, Bluefish444 and VideoShip engineers worked very closely to guarantee tight product integration. Tom Grimes, CEO of VideoShip, states, "Bluefish444 was definitely the right company for us to partner with. They have provided top level support, and have gone to great lengths to ensure the success of this project."

Bob Horner, president of NBC News Channel states, "News Channel prides itself as being an innovator in digital news gathering and distribution. Our new generation system - delivered by VideoShip and its partner Bluefish444 - strengthens our position as the technology leader in our domain."

Labels: Bluefish444, Bluefish444-Case-Study, Bluefish444-SD-Greed

Channel Wolves Partners at NAB 2008

Monday, April 07, 2008

EditShare - Booth SL9820
Expect a mob scene at the EditShare booth as the industry will be abuzz regarding EditShare's new Complete Collaboration family of workflow solutions. The EditShare Channel Partner Meeting takes place on Sunday, April 13th. If you're an existing or prospective channel partner and you have not received an invitation, please contact us. Also, be sure to register for EditShare's Complete Collaboration Product Launch Party which will take place at the EditShare booth on Tuesday, April 15th at 5pm. Drinks and appetizers will be served.

Boris FX and Media 100 - Booth SL8720
Visit the Boris FX booth to see Boris FX plug-ins running inside host applications from Adobe, Apple, Avid, Canopus, Media 100, and Sony.

Featured solutions will include:

* Boris Blue 2.5, now with Adobe CS3 support
* Final Effects Complete 5 for Adobe, Apple, and Avid
* Boris RED 4.2, Boris FX 9.2, and Boris Graffiti 5.2
* Boris Continuum Complete 5 for Adobe, Apple, and Avid

Also featured will be:

* Media 100 v12.5 with new support for HDV and multi-channel audio input
* Abaltat Muse, Express, and Beat, professional sound editing tools

Private Boris Continuum Complete Sparks demos will be given on a Linux-based Autodesk Flame system. BCC Sparks' 130+ filters include Lens Flare, Film Process, Film Damage, Particle Systems, Volumetric Lighting Rays, Glint, Glitter, and Glare. Please contact us to book an appointment.

Bluefish444 - Booth SL7906
The Bluefish444 booth will feature the following solutions:

* Uncompressed video I/O on a laptop with Mobile Video Devices
* ASSIMILATE SCRATCH with Bluefish444 2K Lust
* Apple Final Cut Studio with Bluefish444 SD Fidelity
* redThing and blueThing, highest-quality HD/SD-SDI to DVI-I converters
* Bluefish444 2K Lust with Symmetry for acquisition, review, and playout

To reach Channel Wolves during NAB, please call 1.866.314.7785...

* Jordan Stabile: extension 101
* Grant Carroll: extension 102
* Eric Gardner: extension 103
* Rich D'Angelo: extension 104

We look forward to seeing you at the show.

Labels: Bluefish444, Boris, EditShare, NAB-2008

Bluefish444 redThing and blueThing: Competitive Advantages

Wednesday, January 09, 2008

Highest-quality HD/SD-SDI to DVI-I Converters for HD Production Monitoring, Post Production Monitoring, Presentation, Projection, and Corporate Displays

redThing and blueThing are compact, multi-standard HD/SD-SDI to DVI-I converters for all common LCD and plasma monitors.

The converters offer many unique advantages:

* Superior Frame Rate Conversion. redThing and blueThing deliver smooth image motion. The converters capably handle fast and slow motion, including challenging end titles/rolling credits.

* Superb Resolution and Color Rendition. redThing and blueThing offer superior color space conversion and image detail.

* Front Panel Buttons control the on-screen display so that a computer is not necessary for setup. However, computer setup is also available...

* Ethernet Port to Control Multiple Units from a PC. This feature is excellent when setting up from floor-level for overhead projectors or for banks of monitors in TV studios. redThing and blueThing include a free, browser-based Java application so there is no need for additional software.

redThing Web Interface
blueThing Web Interface

* Audio De-embedder. blueThing's audio de-embedder doesn't just give you analog-out, it also provides AES/S-PDIF monitoring and stereo analog-out.

* Internal Fan keeps the unit cool.

* Locking PSU Connector ensures that the power cord is not disconnected.

* Built-in Safe Area Generator and Test Signals.

* High-quality Up and Down Scaling of HD-SDI and SD-SDI.

* Basic UMD (Under Monitor Display) features to identify the source.

* Variable Audio Delay. blueThing allows you to delay the audio to match the video delay through the monitor or projector that you are using.

Contact us to obtain a free evaluation unit!

Labels: Bluefish444, blueThing, Converters, redThing

Bluefish444 2K|Lust Promotion for ASSIMILATE

Thursday, November 29, 2007

SCRATCH customers who purchase Bluefish444's highly-acclaimed 2K Lust card before December 31, 2007 will save 20%, paying $7,995 instead of $9,995.

SCRATCH customers will enjoy the following 2K functionality by incorporating 2K Lust and Symmetry into their workflow:

* 2048 X 1556 resolution at HSDL frame rate for telecine and film scanners
* 2048 X 1080 resolution at 24p/psf frame rate for digital cinema
* Additional monitoring BNC connector for simultaneous real-time up-conversion and down-conversion, cropping, windowing, aspect ratio correction, and 3:2 pulldown of the 2K output signal as HD-SDI or SD-SDI, including widescreen
* 3 X 1D dedicated LUTs for viewing LOG images as Linear and for color calibration on an HD/SD broadcast monitor
* VANC support for time code and key code within the SDI signal
* An intuitive feature control application to set the hardware scaling, panning, and windowing parameters and the loading of anti-log files
* Batch capture clips and EDLs and batch export EDLs
* Save and load projects in XML format
* Create playlists and assemble clips for preview and exporting to tape

In addition, SCRATCH customers are able to automatically create a CONstruct from captured media through Symmetry, then playback clips from within SCRATCH without having to exit the SCRATCH user interface.

With credentials proven at the top end of the market, 2K Lust is the staple tool for anyone who is serious about Film, Digital Post, or Live Broadcast.

Pricing is in U.S. Dollars. Please contact us for more information.

Labels: 2K|Lust, ASSIMILATE-SCRATCH, Bluefish444

Bluefish444 Announces Adobe CS3 and Apple FCS 2 Support

Monday, October 15, 2007

Bluefish444 has released plug-ins for Adobe Creative Suite 3 and Apple Final Cut Studio 2 for the retail range of Bluefish444 hardware.

Bluefish444's 2K Lust, HD Fury, SD Greed, SD Fidelity, SD Focus, and SD Prime video cards all support Adobe Creative Suite 3 for Windows.

Bluefish444's SD Fidelity, SD Focus, and SD Prime PCI Express video cards offer Universal Binary driver support, making them compatible with Intel and Power PC-based Mac workstations. All three video cards support Apple Final Cut Studio 2, Tiger OS X 10.4, and QuickTime 7.2.

Windows Installer

Macintosh Installer

Labels: Adobe-Creative-Suite-3, Bluefish444, Final-Cut-Pro

Hollywood-DI Streamlines Feature Film DI Workflow with Bluefish444

Thursday, September 20, 2007

Hollywood-DI, a boutique post-production facility based in West Hollywood, California, and specializing in digital intermediate (DI) workflows, is using the Bluefish444 HD|Lust video card for its DI feature film projects.

Providing a cost-effective color correction and finishing service for Independent Filmmakers, Hollywood-DI has both an Apple-based workflow via Apple Final Cut Pro and Color, and a DPX based workflow with ASSIMILATE SCRATCH. The QuickTime and DPX workflows all share the same 20TB SAN which allows Hollywood-DI to grade movies in both SCRATCH and Color. Hollywood-DI acquired the HD|Lust to capture HDCAM-SR and HDCAM tapes to DPX or QuickTime. With the HD|Lust, Hollywood-DI has a powerful tool for building its digital workflow. The HD|Lust card streamlines data capture and layback and increases productivity for all of Hollywood-DI's creative and post processes.

Hollywood-DI typically receives work that has been shot on 35mm and scanned to HDCAM-SR tape or which has been shot directly onto HDCAM-SR tape from digital cinema cameras like Sony's F23 or Thompson's Viper. Hollywood-DI is able to ingest with HD|Lust onto the SAN and then grade either via Apple Color or ASSIMILATE SCRATCH.

The HD|Lust is used for input and output. This allows Hollywood-DI to take sequences of DPX from the tape, do the color correction, and then layback out to tape. Hollywood-DI primarily uses the HD|Lust card in conjunction with SCRATCH and Color for capturing, conforming, color grading, and mastering of its projects. Additionally, HD|Lust's ability to capture in native DPX format is a key advantage as Hollywood-DI can share the files with all its departments, especially the VFX artists.

In addition to high-profile features such as 'Superman Returns', Hollywood-DI has used HD|Lust on independent films such as 'Still Green' and 'Dark Streets'. The digital workflow process that Hollywood-DI has created is especially suited to independent filmmakers, who frequently record to HDCAM and HDCAM-SR tapes and who need a cost-efficient method for grading and handling VFX shots on their feature films. With the Apple and Windows-based systems connected to a SAN, Hollywood-DI can offer independent filmmakers and studios high-quality finishing services at a reasonable price point.

Neil Smith, Managing Director of Hollywood-DI, adds, "We've been impressed with both the HD|Lust card and the world-class support provided by Bluefish444. When ingesting 90 minutes (1.5 terabytes) of DPX files, to be able to ingest accurately from an EDL and then layback accurately is critical. The HD|Lust is reliable, accurate and fast. To put it simply, it really works. It is the best card on the market for capturing both 10 bit RGB 4:4:4 and 8 bit 4:2:2 movies." He continues, "We're known for providing high caliber color correction work without breaking the budget, and we continually investigate systems that will allow us to provide the caliber of service our clients have come to expect and as they move forward with new technologies. Bluefish444 has met that need to date and we continue to expect good things from them as we all move forward into the 2K/4K realms."

Labels: ASSIMILATE-SCRATCH, Bluefish444, Bluefish444-User-Story, HD|Lust

Bluefish444 Releases Symmetry v3.5 Acquisition, Review, and Playout Software with New ASSIMILATE SCRATCH Integration

Thursday, September 06, 2007

Powerful command line interface increases ease of use and automation in ASSIMILATE SCRATCH and other 3rd-party software applications

Bluefish444 has announced the immediate availability of Symmetry v3.5, its powerful acquisition, review and playout software applications for Windows. Supporting a range of industry-standard file formats, Symmetry gives graphic artists a cost-effective, easy-to-use tool to frame-accurately acquire, review, and playout video projects in YUV or RGB color space. Symmetry supports playlist, clip editing, and EDL import features, alleviating the need to use a complicated NLE package for preview and basic editing processes. Symmetry is bundled free with every Bluefish444 retail video card.

Symmetry v3.5 offers a new command line interface, giving Bluefish444 software development partners the ability to use the core functionality of Symmetry without directly operating Symmetry's user interface. A third-party software application that has engineered support for Symmetry's command line interface is automatically able to capture and playback clips and EDLs from within its own user interface - without operating the Symmetry user interface.

The Symmetry command line interface was developed through close consultation and cooperative engineering with ASSIMILATE. ASSIMILATE's SCRATCH customers are now able to automatically create a CONstruct from captured media through Symmetry, then playback clips from within SCRATCH without having to exit the SCRATCH user interface. Through additional co-engineering between Bluefish444 and ASSIMILATE, SCRATCH customers will also be able to batch capture clips and EDLs and batch export EDLs.

"SCRATCH customers have been using Bluefish444 Symmetry for video ingest and conversion to data and output for quite a while. Bluefish444 has listened to our users and Symmetry v3.5 is a direct example of this," says Jeff Edson, CEO of ASSIMILATE. "Now SCRATCH users can take advantage of the power of Bluefish444 hardware and Symmetry integrated within SCRATCH. This command line ability in Symmetry, with the XML capabilities of SCRATCH, makes for easier implementation and mastering of the workflow."

Symmetry v3.5 is available as a free update to all Bluefish444 video card customers via the Bluefish444 version 5.4.12 installer.

Labels: ASSIMILATE-SCRATCH, Bluefish444, Symmetry

Bluefish444 Adds Autodesk 3ds Max Support

Thursday, June 28, 2007

Bluefish444 has added a range of capabilities directly within Autodesk 3ds Max, taking advantage of HD and SD input and output features. Widely requested by customers, 3ds Max users with Bluefish444 video cards are now able to monitor HD and SD from the 3ds Max render preview. This feature allows 3ds Max artists to preview output in broadcast color space instead of relying solely on VGA monitors which can vary in quality and accuracy.

Highlights

* 3ds Max users can take advantage of HDTV and SDTV broadcast monitoring including automatic preview scaling when the renderer output is different than the output video mode of the Bluefish444 hardware.

* 3ds Max utilizes Bluefish444's on-board keyer (when available) for superimposition of the rendered preview over live video.

* Artists may preview RGB or alpha channel data on a broadcast monitor.

* A frame of a video signal present on the inputs of Bluefish444 hardware may be used as a static texture; grab it to any 3ds Max-supported bitmap format or use it as a Viewport Background for rotoscoping or tracing.

* All Bluefish444 plug-in settings are saved within the 3ds Max project file.

3ds Max support is included as part of Bluefish444's new v5.4.8 installer, freely downloadable from the Bluefish444 web site. The new 3ds Max plug-in is for v8 and v9 of 3ds Max and supports all Bluefish444 video cards.

Labels: Autodesk-3ds-Max, Bluefish444

Bluefish444 Introduces HD-SDI to DVI-I Converters

Thursday, April 12, 2007

Bluefish444 today announced two major additions to the Bluefish444 product range: redThing and blueThing, which are available immediately. These compact multi-standard HD-SDI to DVI-I converters are designed to meet the increasing demand for HD/SDI or SD/SDI monitoring, allowing HD or SD signals to be viewed using practically any LCD, plasma or projector display.

redThing and blueThing accept SD-SDI at 525/625 or 720p/1080i/1080p/ 1080PsF HD-SDI. Incoming signals and output resolution are auto-sensed for ease of use and to ensure accurate image conformity when viewed on 16:9 and 4:3 screens. The converters' high-quality spatial and temporal video processing deliver excellent frame-rate conversion, scaling and de-interlacing, resulting in amazing image quality even when used on inexpensive LCD monitors.

redThing and blueThing features include:

* SD/HD-SDI to DVI-I conversion for projector, LCD & plasma displays
* Broadcast based filters for superior image detail
* Proprietary frame rate conversion for superior image motion
* De-interlacing and up/down scaling
* Support for anamorphic SD-SDI inputs
* Auto image sizing for widescreen and standard monitors
* Support for output resolutions of between 1024 by 768 to 1920 by 1200
* Proc-amp, gamma and color matrix controls
* DVI-D or DVI-I output - analog RGB and HDMI outputs via optional adaptors
* Audio de-embed to AES/SPDIF, line and headphone outputs (blueThing only)
* Audio group, pair and output level controls (blueThing only)
* Remote control via web browser using Ethernet interface
* Local control via on screen display
* Safe area marker insertion
* Test pattern generator
* Color temperature control in 100 K steps between 4,500 and 9,500 K

redThing and blueThing are very easy to configure. Each includes an on-screen display that allows the unit to be configured without the need of a computer. Each also features an Ethernet port which enables the unit to be configured remotely via web browser without having to install any software.

Self-contained in a 4.94" x 4.18" x 1.1" metal enclosure, redThing/blueThing are powered by an external AC/DC supply via a locking 1.26" connector.

redThing and blueThing are available immediately. For more information, including pricing, please e-mail sales@channelwolves.com

Labels: Bluefish444, blueThing, Converters, redThing

Bluefish444 Introduces Cross-platform SD|Fidelity, SD|Focus, and SD|Prime Video Cards for Uncompressed Post-production Workflow

Tuesday, April 03, 2007

Bluefish444's new SD Fidelity, SD Focus and SD Prime SDI PCI Express video cards, compatible with the industry's most popular NLE and compositing applications for Windows and Macintosh, are now immediately available.

SD Fidelity, SD Focus and SD Prime are multi-purpose uncompressed SD-SDI / analog video cards that cater to boutique and studio video professionals, offering a unique number of video and audio I/O connections and options.

SD Fidelity, SD Focus and SD Prime on Windows
SD Fidelity, SD Focus and SD Prime support Adobe Production Studio, Windows Media Encoder, Autodesk Combustion, Autodesk 3D Studio Max, Eyeon Digital Fusion, and many other compositing and graphics applications.

SD Fidelity, SD Focus and SD Prime are bundled with Bluefish444's Symmetry software application. Symmetry is an acquisition, review and playout solution specifically developed for graphic artists working with uncompressed video on Windows. Supporting a range of industry standard file formats, it provides a cost effective and simple way for graphic artists to frame-accurately acquire, review and play out video projects in YUV or RGB color space. Symmetry supports playlist, clip editing and EDL import features, eliminating the need to use a complicated NLE package for preview and basic editing processes.

Symmetry is continually updated with new features specifically designed to improve graphic artists' workflow and ease of use.

SD Fidelity, SD Focus and SD Prime are supported by the Bluefish444 Direct Show filters contained in the Windows driver. Direct Show filters make SD Fidelity, SD Focus and SD Prime seamlessly operational with any Direct Show-based application, significantly increasing the number of applications that the video cards are capable of supporting.

SD Fidelity, SD Focus and SD Prime with Apple Final Cut Studio
SD Fidelity, SD Focus and SD Prime have PCI Express interfaces and offer Universal Binary driver support, making them compatible with Intel and Power PC-based Mac workstations. A unified driver supporting Apple Final Cut Studio, Tiger OS X and QuickTime 7 will ship for free as standard with all three cards.

SD Fidelity, SD Focus and SD Prime Final Cut Pro users can use compression codecs including DV, DVCPRO, DVCPRO50, and Photo JPEG I/O for low bit rate projects. Also supported is Final Cut Pro's RT Extreme architecture, enabling seamless realtime playback of effects such as 3 way color correction as well as additive dissolves and cross dissolves, eliminating the need to render.

SD Fidelity, SD Focus and SD Prime support desktop preview, allowing an SD-SDI monitor to function as a second desktop. This gives digital artists the ability to view content on a broadcast monitor.

SD Fidelity, SD Focus and SD Prime will support Apple QuickTime-compatible applications such as Combustion, Adobe After Effects and Photoshop. Bluefish444 is committed to supporting future operating system releases, QuickTime releases, Final Cut Studio releases and workstation releases from Apple as free driver upgrades for SD Fidelity, SD Focus and SD Prime.

Availability and Pricing
SD Fidelity, SD Focus and SD Prime are available immediately for Windows. A Macintosh driver for Intel and PowerPC-based workstations will be made freely available later in the second quarter of 2007. The U.S. suggested retail prices are $1,495 for SD Fidelity, $1,295 for SD Focus, and $995 for SD Prime.

Brochure

Please call 1-866-314-7785 for more information.

Labels: Bluefish444, PCI-Express, SD|Fidelity, SD|Focus, SD|Prime

Bluefish444 Announces 2K|Lust and 2K Symmetry Software

Tuesday, February 13, 2007

Bluefish444 has announced 2K Lust. 2K Lust features I/O support for film 2K resolution via HSDL (High Speed Data Link) for integration with telecine and film scanning devices, real time hardware scaling, cropping and color processing, and real time SDI monitoring of HSDL output. 2K Lust will be a free software upgrade to HD Lust, the industry's most widely-used HD 4:4:4 video card.

Symmetry, Bluefish444's powerful DI, acquisition, review and playout software which is bundled free with Bluefish444 hardware, will be upgraded to support the new features of 2K Lust, creating the industry's most complete 2K DI solution.

2K Lust includes the following features:

* 2048 X 1556 resolution at HSDL frame rate for telecine and film scanners

* 2048 X 1080 resolution at 24p/psf frame rate for digital cinema

* Additional BNC connector for simultaneous real time up and down conversion, cropping, windowing, aspect ratio correction, and 3:2 pull down of the 2K output signal (including HSDL & Panavision) as HD SDI or SD SDI, including widescreen

* 3 X 1D dedicated LUTs for viewing LOG images as Linear and for color calibration on an HD/SD broadcast monitor

* VANC support for time code and key code within the SDI signal

* An intuitive feature control application to set the hardware scaling, panning & windowing parameters, and the loading of anti-log files

2K Lust overcomes color banding issues associated with monitoring fine gradation images on 8 bit DVI devices. Its capacity to calibrate the film image output to 10 bit SDI monitors provides the highest quality 2K monitoring.

Providing 2K Lust and 2K Symmetry to HD Lust customers via a free software upgrade means customers will not need to alter their existing HD Lust hardware configuration. A 2K Lust software upgrade also means that HD Lust customers can upgrade at a time most convenient for them, such as in between projects.

The 2K Lust and Symmetry software upgrade will be available as a free download from the Bluefish444 website in the first quarter of 2007. Thereafter, 2K Lust and Symmetry will ship as standard, replacing the currently available HD Lust and creating a new Bluefish444 flagship product.

Call 1.866.314.7785 or e-mail sales@channelwolves.com for more information.

Labels: 2K|Lust, Bluefish444, HD|Lust

Previous Posts