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GLOBALSTREAMS ANNOUNCES GLOBECASTER 3.1, A NEW SOFTWARE VERSION THAT BUILDS ON THE 3.0 RELEASE AND INCREASES THE VERSATILITY OF GLOBECASTER 8000 AND 4000
St. Louis, MO - (April 18, 2005) GlobalStreams announced at NAB 2005 the release of a new version of software with improvements designed to increase the versatility and usability of the GlobeCaster Studio 4000 and 8000. Version 3.1 builds on the new generation of software released at NAB2004. "Where GlobeCaster 3.0 was the foundation, the cake of a new development strategy, Version 3.1 is the icing," says Tim Hosler, President of the GlobeCaster Division.
The GlobeCaster 3.1 Software version contains many improvements including:
- Audio Sound Effects - GlobeCaster adds audio to effects and transitions. In point and click fashion, users can "spice up" transitions with included or imported .wav files.
- Expanded Audio Channels - Version 3.1 adds an additional 8 channels of "virtual audio" dedicated to the integrated applications. A total of 16 channels of audio are available for live, external sources and internal applications.
- Preview Loaded Effects and Bin Effects - Now, in addition to previewing graphics layers, GlobeCaster will allow for the preview of loaded effects in the Preview window before committing to air. Version 3.1 also provides for the animated preview of transitions and DVE picons in the effects bins on the display. The user has the control to turn this feature on and off.
- Input Monitor Panel - GlobeCaster can now allow the user to monitor each of the live inputs (8 for the Studio 8000 and 4 for the Studio 4000) on a special panel available on the display. This panel can be opened and closed, and can be adjusted to include from 2 to 8 separate monitors.
- Remote Camera Control - Users have access to a panel on the display that will allow for the operation of remote control cameras. Limited controls including pan, tilt, left, right, focus and others are initiated within the GlobeCaster software, eliminating the need for a separate control panel.
- User Definable Display - Version 3.1 will allow users to define a unique color scheme for the GlobeCaster Applications, bins and the Timeline.
- Template Animations - By naming and saving layers (in addition to strokes), users can "template" animations, making the creation of unique animated graphics and effects quicker and easier.
GlobeCaster has continued to develop as a multi-functional, multi-use video production device; offering the most compelling value proposition available in the video production equipment market.
The manufacturer's recommended pricing for GlobeCaster 3.1 is $695 for those who do not have the Extended Warranty or who have not already purchased 3.0. All GlobeCaster users who are under warranty receive the software upgrade at no charge. A slight charge will apply for those who have 3.0.
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