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V__matrix

IP-based Software-Defined Video Processing and Multiviewer Platform

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Completely Virtualized Realtime Routing and Processing

 

V__matrix is an IP broadcast video core infrastructure product that has changed our idea of what a broadcast facility looks like from legacy to future, quickly transforming any broadcast installation into a flexible, future-proof production facility. It addresses a wide range of workflows and supports your transition to a totally IP-based environment.

V__matrix is the first of its kind. Free from the restrictions of legacy hardware platforms, it offers a completely virtualized real-time routing and processing infrastructure.

Instead of connecting single-purpose modular products in elaborate production chains V__matrix is based on the data center principles of flexibility, fabric computing and COTS economics, and makes these available to any live production broadcast environment.

Whether in an OB truck, a TV studio or a broadcast operation center, V__matrix creates a fully virtualized facility infrastructure.

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The V__matrix ecosystem scales linearly from tens to thousands of I/O and processing functions, which make it ideal for any size live broadcast facility.

Generic high-capacity, FPGA-based processing blades and virtual modules

The V__matrix ecosystem is based on generic, high-capacity FPGA-based processing blades upon which Virtual Modules (VM) are loaded to create the functionality required.

Multiple cores are connected through redundant 40GE (or 4x 10GE) Ethernet interfaces to an IP network to form a distributed IP routing and processing matrix that provides frame-accurate, clean switching just like a legacy baseband matrix.

The V__matrix ecosystem scales linearly from tens to thousands of I/O and processing functions, which make it ideal for any size live broadcast facility, small or large.

Capabilities easily scale as well. An entire production workflow can be remapped in minutes when requirements change from production to production. The functionality of any processing blade can be exchanged, enabling system capabilities to easily be modified or upgraded to address your constantly changing business requirements.

The V__matrix pool of generic Lawo C-series processing blades provides ultimate flexibility; with software-defined functionality they can be configured and called upon to handle the peaks and troughs of seasonal production demands and with Lawo’s innovative licensing model, Virtual Modules can be assigned to a particular processing blade or be stored in an on-site license server allowing for unprecedented flexibility.

Future-proof:
software-defined hardware

Seamless SDI–IP migration with one unified control system (VSM)

World’s first virtualized broadcast ecosystem

High-density IP conversion for legacy SDI equipment

Unified routing, processing & multi-viewing core infrastructure
Decentralized and data-center-style operation
Distributed processing over multiple networked blades
Platform for a rapidly growing number of processing functions

FLEXIBLE, COMPACT FOOTPRINT

The V__matrix frames provide power and protected housing for the processing blades.

Each frame has a dedicated 1GE management port that provides connectivity for control and monitoring to all installed processing modules of the frame. Although the V__matrix ecosystem is designed for IEEE1588/PTP synchronization, each frame also has a central video reference input (Blackburst or Tri-level) that optionally distributes sync to each card slot if required.

V__matrix frames are available in 1RU, 2RU and 3RU versions, with slots for 2, 5 or 8 C-series processing blades respectively.

A 2RU Silent Frame for two processing blades is available for applications in noise-sensitive places such as control rooms or audio booths.

C100 PROCESSING BLADE

The HOME-native C100 processing blade forms the powerful epicenter of the V__matrix ecosystem and is the generic compute core upon which all the various virtual modules are loaded.

Each blade has two front-serviceable 40GE QSFP+ ports for connectivity to redundant IP core switches. In addition, each C100 module has a dedicated 1GE management port, a USB port for saving and loading configurations and a mini-USB serial console port.

The C100 slots in from the front of the V__matrix frame into the midplane and optionally into a rear-mounted I/O interface plate. In combination with Lawo’s VSM Broadcast Control and SMART System Monitoring and Realtime Telemetry solutions, invisible, multiple C100 processing blades form a fully scalable, large, distributed routing and processing ecosystem with software-defined functions, workflows and signal chains.

vm: VIRTUAL MODULES

Flexible signal chains – for today, tomorrow & beyond: the V__matrix Virtual Modules are the brains and intelligence of the V__matrix system allowing the user to build elaborate signal chains fulfilling all processing requirements in a fully virtualized environment.

Combining vm apps (and available options) together allows to create complete production chains fulfilling all broadcast requirements.

Changing the functionality of your broadcast plant is as easy as uploading different software modules to the processing blades. By cascading multiple VMs together, the V__matrix scales linearly up to thousands of SDI I/O and audio/video processing functions for unparalleled scalability, flexibility, versatility and cost-efficiency.

JPEG XS COMPRESSION

In response to strong market demand, the V__matrix ecosystem adds a powerful video compression solution to its future-proof portfolio. Based on the TicoXS codec (ISO/IEC2112-1-compliant), the vm_jpegXS app is a dedicated virtual module for C100 processing blades that delivers the popular JPEG XS video compression technology.

vm_jpegXS supports compression ratios between 5:1 and 36:1 and offers 4x encoding + 4x decoding from, and to, JPEG XS (ST2110-22). Uncompressed signals can be interfaced with SMPTE ST2110, ST 2022-6 or SDI.

Thanks to the basic feature set derived from other V__matrix apps, vm_jpegXS is a versatile audio and video tool with ample processing and glue functionality for V__matrix applications where bandwidth-conscious WAN video transport is required. Audio delay, shuffling, mixing, audio SRC and color correction are included.

Built-in image-quality optimization modes include Peak S/N Ratio and Visual Optimization. SMPTE ST2022-7 seamless protection switching, ST2110-30/31 support for IP audio interfacing, and ST2110-40 compatibility for ancillary data as well as IP stream format conversion, and frame-accurate video switching using destination-timed clean and quiet switching (MBB and BBM) with audio V-fades are provided as standard.

SPECIFICATIONS

Centralized Video Reference Input
  • 1x analog genlock high definition trilevel sync SMPTE-274M/296M or analog genlock SD 1V BB SMPTE-170M/318M or SDI, 1x reference loop-back
Centralized Management Ports
  • 1x RJ45 100/1000Base-T, 1x SFP slot
Frame Mechanics
  • Dimensions: (H x W x D): 44/88/132 mm, (1/2/3 RU) x 482 mm (19”) x 535 mm (21”)
  • Weight: V__matrix2: 5kg (11 lb),
    V__matrix5: 7kg (15.5 lb),
    V__matrix8: 8kg (18 lb)
  • Indicators: 2x power status per PSU
  • Power: Connectors: 2x IEC redundant, Input Voltage: nominal 100~240V, AC ±10%, 50/60 Hz, Hot swappable
  • Max. Consumption: V__matrix2 <400 W,
    V__matrix5 <1,000 W,
    V__matrix8 < 1,000 W
Supported Standards
  • Fully based on open standards in line with the AIMS roadmap: ST2110-10/20/30/40, ST2022-6/-7, ST2042 (VC-2), AES67
C100 Processing Blade

Interfaces:

  • 2x QSFP+: Each configurable as 40GE Ethernet or 4x 10GE Ethernet, 1x RJ45 100/1000Base-T
  • Dedicated management port, 1x USB Console port, 1x PPS pulse-per-second output

Video reference:

  • IEEE1588 PTPv2/SDI/Analog Video Ref (Tri-Level, BB)
  • IP Vid-streamprocessing
  • Max. 36 Gbps of incoming (RX) traffic when in SPS mode or 54 Gbps when in discrete mode.
  • Max. 40Gbps of outgoing (TX) traffic when in SPS mode or 80Gbps when in discrete mode.

Management and Monitoring:

  • Protocols: HTTP, SNMPv2 & v3, WS/JSON API, Syslog
  • User interface: Embedded HTML5 user interface
  • Management interface: Out-of-band and in-band management with guaranteed min bandwidth for inband management & control
  • Indicators: 1x status LED, 4x status LED: per QSFP+ port, 1x OLED status display: monochrome display with touch point

Environmental specifications:

  • Operating temperature: 0°C to +30°C (+32°F to +86°F)
  • Storage temperature: –20°C to +70°C (–4°F to +158°F)
  • Relative humidity: < 90% non-condensing
  • Ventilation/air-flow: front-to-back cooling, prerequisite airflow >26qbm/h per C100 blade, max 320qbm
  • Noise emission: <58dBA per C100 processing blade
  • Electromagnetic environment: E2 (EN55103-1,-2)

 

I/O Rear Plates
Rear Plate BNC total Inputs 12G/3G/ HD/SD Outputs 12G/3G/ HD/SD Inputs 3G/HD/SD Outputs 3G/HD/SD Bidirectional1 12G/3G/HD/SD Bidirectional1 3G/HD/SD Analog Ref In Ref Loop
io_bnc_10+10 22 5 5 5 5 0 0
io_bnc_2+18 22 1 9 1 9 0 0
io_bnc_18+2 22 9 1 9 1 0 0
io_bnc_2+2+16 22 0 0 2 2 0 16
io_bnc_11+11 22 11 11 0 0 0 0 X X
io_bnc_16+16 32 11 11 5 5 0 0 X X
io_bnc_16_BiDi 16 0 0 0 0 16 0

(1) Can be configured to be either input or output.

Note: The BNC connectors can also be configured for MADI interfacing (48kHz, 64 channels) by adding the +madi option for vm_avp, vm_jpegXS or vm_udx.