QVM6800+ Quad Cards

Quad-Split Multiviewer Cards for the 6800+™ Platform

The Harris® QVM6800+ quad-split cards bring full multi-image processing functionality to the popular Harris® 6800+™ modular core processing platform. Providing comprehensive control and monitoring at a low cost, the QVM6800+ cards offer a revolutionary small-footprint multiviewer solution that is ideal for outside broadcast/mobile production vehicles, studio production facilities and existing 6800+ users.

QVM6800+ is available in two versions — a standalone Quad card for standard four-inputs-to-one-display applications, and the QVM6800+C flexible cascading model, which allows multiple cards to be linked together to build larger systems. The QVM6800+ cards are designed for use in the 2RU, 20-slot 6800+ frame. This industry-leading frame offers integral cooling, enhanced hot-swappable power supplies and a lightweight construction, while supporting a full range of modules for processing, distribution and conversion. As each QVM6800+ card occupies only three 6800+ slots, up to six quads can be populated in a single frame alongside any of the other hundreds of 6800+ cards — offering a great space-saving solution.

Both QVM6800+ cards feature four auto-sensing inputs, as well as simultaneous DVI and HD-SDI outputs — ensuring exceptional image quality. In addition, both cards offer resolutions up to 1920x1200 (1920x1080 when cascading) and embedded audio and video alarm capabilities.

Features

The QVM6800+ series provides a high-quality 3 Gb/s monitoring solution in small form factor, with up to six quads in a single 2RU frame The cascading function provides the flexibility to build and rebuild systems to suit changing monitoring requirements.

  • Auto-detect up to four analog, HD (720p, 1080i, 1080p) or SDI (525, 625) inputs
  • Cascading model can be configured to provide up to 24 sources on one display
  • Auto-detects analog, HD (720p, 1080i, 1080p) or SDI (525, 625) inputs
  • 3 Gb/s-capable 
  • Native HD and SD input processing to ensure excellence in picture quality
  • DVI-D output up to 1920x1080 when cascading or 1920x1200 in fixed quad model with simultaneous DVI and HD-SDI output
  • Lowest minimum frame delays (<1 frame) even for cascaded model — critical in production  environments
  • Embedded audio ballistic meters and alarms
  • Full-screen, quad-split and any four-window display configuration 
  • NTP + LTC timecode support and digital clock display
  • Instant display reconfigurability — all four inputs are scalable and resizeable
  • Numerous options for flexible operator control — Z-Configurator™ software
  • Dynamic and static UMD protocol support
  • Configurable preset layouts
  • Configurable tally lamps with up to four tally lamps per video window
  • Onscreen alarms and SNMP notification for immediate response
  • Onscreen clock and timer
  • Four GPI inputs for fullscreen, preset or tally selection

Product Details

Cascading Function
The unique cascading function of the QVM6800+C allows the user to build or reconfigure a multiviewer architecture to suit the varied and changing applications in any workflow. In the cascading model, the fifth loop input becomes active — you can take the output from one card and cascade to the next, and connect multiple cards to build up larger single-output systems (for instance, link four cards together to form a 16-inputs-to-one-display). The cascade function operates without any loss of quality or any additional processing delays. The worst possible delay for any source to the output is one frame. The control of multiple cards in this mode has been simplified by the Z-Configurator cascade editor, which allows you to select and group cascaded units so they can be viewed and controlled as a single multiviewer.

Control/Ease of Use
With an extensive standard feature set, the QVM6800+ multiviewer cards have numerous control options, including the intuitive Z-Configurator layout editing software — an easy-to-use Windows®-based editor that allows a user to quickly configure any Harris multiviewer for setup and operation. With Z-Configurator, you can create and edit on-screen layouts, adjust system configurations such as network settings and resolution, set up and enable alarms, and access control functionality by selecting audio monitor output and full-screen operation. Cascade “make and break” is quickly and simply achieved through the Z-Configurator’s frame view. Once a cascade has been created the cards operate and are controlled as a single multiviewer system.

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ZConfigurator Cascade Editor

Applications
The superb image quality and low latency of the QVM6800+ cards make them ideal for production applications. Low power consumption (<15 W per quad) and compact size combine to make the QVM6800+ a popular choice for outside broadcast (OB) vehicles as well. Furthermore, the flexibility of the cascading function makes this card an excellent option in flyaway kits, where the ability to quickly and easily reconfigure the number of inputs to a display to match changing requirements is a key feature.

6800+ Modular Platform
The 6800+ modular core processing platform addresses virtually any application and makes it easy to migrate to new standards without rebuilding your infrastructure, thus providing significant savings. With a lightweight construction perfect for any fixed or mobile installation, the frame supports a full range of modules for AV processing and multiplexing, advanced audio, networking, 3 Gb/s processing, compression, distribution, frame synchronization, HD conversion, fiber optics and multi-source monitoring.

Images/Diagrams

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1 x 24 QVM6800+C Frame Configurations


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2 x 12 QVM6800+C Frame Configurations


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3 x 8 QVM6800+C Frame Configurations


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6 x 4 QVM6800+C Frame Configurations

Ordering Information

QVM6800+TQuad multiviewer card for 6800+ frame; occupies 3 6800+ slots; embedded audio monitoring; GPI inputs; Z-Configurator supplied as standard

QVM6800+C-TCascadable Quad multiviewer card for 6800+ frame. Occupies 3 6800+ slots. Embedded audio monitoring, GPI inputs. Z-Configurator supplied as standard

QVM68OPT-3GLicense to enable 3 Gb/s 1080p capability on inputs and HD-SDI output on QVM6800+ module. One license enables all inputs and outputs on a single QVM6800+

QVM68OPT-CLicense to field upgrade QVM6800+T to cascading model QVM6800+C-T.  Only applicable on new revisions. Check with factory for eligibility
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