The Platinum Predator II-GX is more than just an HD multiviewer — it is a complete HD control and monitoring solution. It features auto-sensing support for multiple input standards and a modular architecture that allows smaller models to be expanded as demand grows. Combining pristine-quality images, easy-to-use editing software and an array of standard video and audio monitoring capabilities, the Platinum Predator II-GX also offers extensive ancillary data decoding capabilities. An optional computer graphics card allows for the addition of test, monitoring or control sources onscreen as part of the multi-image display.
The Platinum Predator II-GX comes with a variety of input options. The 1RU frame offers options from 8 to 12 video inputs, while the 2RU range offers models from 12 to 32 inputs. The unique Platinum Predator II-GX architecture allows the user with a smaller model to expand input capacity by simply adding processing cards to match any future increase in monitoring needs. This highly flexible multiviewer also offers options for monitoring PC sources onscreen alongside video sources — for example, placing playout server control onscreen alongside the playout sources to mix monitoring and control on the same displays.
Applications
Designed to perfection for demanding applications with features and capabilities targeted to specific needs, Platinum Predator II-GX is a high-performance multiviewer solution for many areas.
Outside Production
With its compact size, rugged design and excellent production capabilities, Platinum Predator II-GX is a popular choice in outside broadcast vehicles. Each Platinum Predator II-GX multiviewer is capable of driving two independent displays, so a large number of displays can be driven from multiple Platinum Predator II-GX systems.
Production Flycases
The compact design and easy setup of Platinum Predator II-GX make it ideal for SNG and flycase applications.
Production Studios
Whether for call letter stations or national broadcasters, the Platinum Predator II-GX ticks all the boxes for high-quality, high-performance multi-image viewing.
The excellent picture quality, low processing delay, and simple control and configuration options make Platinum Predator II-GX an enormously popular solution. Integrated UMD decoding and display, as well as numerous tally style options, make identifying and highlighting sources easily customizable all standard features. Embedded audio monitoring is also a standard feature, while analog or AES audio monitoring is available as an option.
Master Control Rooms
Platinum Predator II-GX provides all the necessary tools for channel launch and control. Boasting a large number of monitoring features such as video loss, video freeze, black picture, caption loss, audio loss, silence or over-level, auto-sensing support for composite/HD/SD inputs and optional graphics inputs, Platinum Predator II-GX should be considered in smaller to mid-end master control applications.
Large-System Monitoring
Combining Platinum Predator II-GX with Platinum routers provides an excellent solution for medium- to large-scale monitoring systems. By using a single Platinum router, up to 512 sources can be fed to up to 64 Platinum Predator II-GX systems. Source and destination names can be extracted from the router for display with the video, while Z-Configurator soft-ware allows the user to dynamically switch router sources, offering the ability to pull any router source to any PIP.
Post-Production
Platinum Predator II-GX supports a range of input standards, such as 1080p 23.98/24/25/29.97/30Hz, and includes on video display of D-VITC information. These features, along with the excellent image quality and optional DVI inputs, make the Platinum Predator II-GX an excel-lent choice for post-production editing suites.
Specifications and designs are subject to change without notice
Video Inputs | |
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Input Type | HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M, 1.485 Gb/s) SDI (SMPTE 259M 270 Mb/s) Composite (PAL/NTSC) |
Number of Inputs | 1RU: 8, 12 2RU: 12, 16, 20, 24, 32 |
Connector | BNC |
Input Resolution | Supports 1080i 50/59.94/60, 720p, 50/59.94/60, SDI 525, SDI 625, PAL, NTSC |
Display Outputs | |
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Operates as a single- or dual-output system to give any mix of inputs across two displays | |
Output Type | 10-bit DVI or RGBHV (via adaptor) output |
Number of Outputs | 2: duplicate (in single-output mode) or dual output |
Connector | DVI-I connector |
Output Resolution | Single-output display mode: user-programmable up to 1920x1200 Dual head display mode: user-programmable up to 1920x1080 |
Control/Operation | |
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System | Front-panel LCD menu, onscreen display |
Software | Z-Configurator layout configuration software |
Serial Interfaces | 1 RS-232 port 1 RS-232/422 port (user-selectable) |
Ethernet | Ethernet control, via RJ45 |
GPI | 2 inputs per video input |
Audio Output | Stereo, analog audio + simultaneous AES (2RU models only) |
Master GPO | Can be used to trigger external alarm devices (2RU models only) |
Physical | |
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Housing | 19-in. rackmount: 1RU high (HD 4/HD 8/HD 12); 2RU high (HD 12/HD 16/HD 20/HD 24/HD 32) |
Dimensions W x D x H | 1RU: 18.8 x 15.1 x 1.7 in. (480 x 386 x 44 mm) 2RU: 18.8 x 15.1 x 3.4 in. (480 x 386 x 88 mm) |
Weight | ZP2-HD12-FR1RU: 11.4 lbs (5.2 kg) ZP2-HD12: 17.2 lbs (7.8 kg) ZP2-HD16: 18.5 lbs (8.4 kg) ZP2-HD20: 19.4 lbs (8.8 kg) ZP2-HD24: 20.7 lbs (9.4 kg) ZP2-HD32: 22.9 lbs (10.4 kg) |
Power | Auto-detected of 100 or 240 V and within 47/63 Hz; uses a 2.2 A fuse; single mains power adaptor (supplied) |
Environmental | Operating temperature: 32 to 95 F (0 to 35 C) Storage: 32 to 122 F (0 to 50 C) Humidity: 70% max |
Front Panel | 6 configuration/menu buttons |
Rear Panel | Power on/off, rear I/O 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 32 HD/SD I/O BNC pairs, each with GPI/O 9-pin RS-232, 9-pin RS-232/422 and Ethernet as standard |
Compliance | CE product emission standard EN 55 022:1994, CE generic immunity standard 50082-1:1992 (as per the EMC directive 89/336/EEC), FCC Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules; RoHs-compliant |
Ancillary Data Decode | Closed Caption decode and display (EIA 608, 708) D-VITC decode and display (RP188) Source ID (SMPTE 291M) WSS AFD |
UMD Protocol Support | TSL Thomson ASCII Image Video Ross |
Graphics Overlay | Ability to download bitmaps for logos on screen Stylized video window skins In-picture embedded audio bargraphs 2 analog clocks 6 up/down timers 4 tally lamps - red, green, yellow,blue Dynamic UMD/tally 6 digital clocks |
Fault Detection And Alarms | Loss of video sync Frozen picture Audio over-level Loss of V-chip rating Black picture Loss of audio/audio under-level Loss of closed captioning Loss of source ID |
Status Indicators | Closed caption detection Source ID V-chip status Input standard |
Manufacturer | Imagine Communications |
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