NEXIO® Production Playout Center

Shotbox Module
The Shotbox module provides an extremely visual playback tool that is ideal for control of scoreboard content in an arena environment or for manual playback in any broadcast environment. Each Shotbox module can control up to 16 different NEXIO playout channels.

Featuring seamless integration with NEXIO® MediaBase, Shotbox allows for instant playback of server content with a single click. On-the-fly stacking of a second ID in the queue enables the second clip to play seamlessly the minute the currently loaded clip ends. With Shotbox, up to five playlists can be created for simple playback of a group of clips, and an unlimited number of playlists can be saved and loaded for later use. The module also allows for simultaneous playback of up to four playlists or individual pieces of media.

With large buttons allowing for use of a touchscreen monitor rather than a keyboard and mouse, training is a snap. And touchscreen operation makes this module an ideal option anywhere desk real estate is at a premium.

As well as being included with each PPC system, the Shotbox module can be purchased as a standalone, software-only package (NXA1000SBX) to be installed on a customer-supplied PC. The purchase of a full turnkey PPC system is not required if only Shotbox functionality is desired.

Fast Replay Module
The Fast Replay module is the perfect tool for creating fast replays, with slow-motion playback, from multiple camera angles in a live-event environment. The module enables monitoring of up to four camera angles (provided via NEXIO record channels), and playback from up to four NEXIO playout channels. With up to four Fast Replay modules able to run simultaneously on a single system, the PPC enables operators to monitor a total of 16 camera angles and control 16 NEXIO playout channels.

With Fast Replay, the operator can create marks from one or all of the records and play them back instantly, or add them to a highlight bank for playback later. Since all camera angles are being continuously recorded, it’s easy to go back and mark a key play for later use — even if you miss a play. Virtually the entire workflow can be run from an external control surface (currently DNF), allowing plays to be marked on one or all angles, and slow-motion playback of one or all angles.

Highlight banks can be shared among up to four Fast Replay module operators, allowing for a dynamic, collaborative workflow. If one operator missed a play, they can easily grab it from another operator and play it out of their own playback channel.

The Fast Replay module can be purchased as a software-only package (NX-A1000FRSM) to be installed on a customer-supplied PC to expand replay capabilities to control another four camera angles and four outputs. The software-only version of the Fast Replay module requires that each NEXIO system have a turnkey PPC system (NX1011PPC) present.

The following three modules are only available with the purchase of an  NX1011PPC, they are noT available as separate software-only modules:

Package Builder Module
The Package Builder module is designed for fast creation and turnaround of simple packages. This module allows the playout operator to quickly select a number of marks from one or more Fast Replay module operators and create a playlist for immediate playback (in-game editing).

The Package Builder supports two lists running simultaneously (preview and program).Playlists can be stored in a playlist bank, which allows the operator to jump around from playlist to playlist in a flash. Bank sharing among multiple PPC systems provides further flexibility; for example, one operator can work on packages for players on one team, while another operator creates packages for players on the other team. These packages can then be easily shared. The packages can also be exported as EDLs directly to Velocity ESX™, Apple® Final Cut Pro®, or other NEXIO-connected third-party editors.

Full, dynamic slow-motion control can be achieved using an external hardware control panel with a T-Bar. When there is no time for an edit suite, the Package Builder module is the ideal package-building tool.

Shot Selector Module
The Shot Selector module is designed for live, unscripted playout. Dual or single views of the NEXIO MediaBase clips list allow for quick access to any piece of media. Up to eight server channels can be loaded and played backed via drag/drop within the user interface, or with shortcut keys.

Bank storage, along with Fast-Cue technology, allows for quick access and recall of segments from within longer media clips (ideal for growing records of live events). On-the-fly stacking of a second ID in the queue enables the second clip to play seamlessly the minute the currently playing clip ends.

Fully interactive tally status keeps the operator aware of what’s happening in the control room, helping to avoid on-air mistakes. NEXIO MediaBase clip list searching and filtering is supported and allows the operator to be in two places at the same time. An optional jog/shuttle knob with T-bar controller has access to all eight server channels.

Newsroom Script List Module
The Newsroom Script List module allows an operator to control four server channels from a single playlist. With four playlists able to run simultaneously, the module allows operators to control a total of 16 NEXIO channels (four channels in each of the four playlists).

Configurable colors and grid layout provide a customized operator experience. Because the playlist allows for nonlinear control, the operator is not necessarily tied to the play-out order presented by the newsroom system. Status updates indicate which items in the playlist are ready for playout, which items are cued, and most importantly, which items are NOT ready. Full tally support from the production switcher aids in supporting your productions.

In addition to standalone operation, the Newsroom Script List module also interfaces with Avid® iNews® via the iNews monitor application, allowing seamless integration of NEXIO playout channels with the iNews NRCS.