Grass Valley Maestro Master Control Installation v.2.4.0 - Manual (Page 35)

MAESTRO Installation and Service Manual 35
Section
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System Overview
The Maestro Master Control switcher is a multi-channel, digital video and
audio, switching system that is designed for network and broadcast master
control room applications. The basic Maestro functionality is enhanced
through available options. For example, Channel Branding, Dual-Channel
DVE, Pre-Roll, and EAS Messaging.
System Features
The Maestro Master Control switcher has the following features:
• Multiple-channel, multiple control panel operation
• Possible four (4) (A/B/C/D) inputs from Encore or Jupiter-controlled
Routing switcher.
• Mix and match with Concerto router boards in same frame
• Possible four (4) external key cut/ fill inputs; linear/self key; border/
shadow key
• Outputs: Program, Preview, 2 Clean Feed video. 1 Clean Feed audio
• 16 channel audio processing for embedded and MADI I/O expansion.
8 channel AES/EBU I/O included on rear panel.
• Four (4) audio mixers for MADI I/O expansion and branding option
audio overs. 2 AES/EBU inputs included on rear panel
• Embedded/MADI audio: up to 16 channels
• Dolby E pass-through
• Each audio source can be “derived” automatically (up/down con-
verted), with programmable gain control on every audio channel. For
example:
• A stereo source can be configured to up-mix to a Dolby 5.1 output
• A Dolby 5.1 source can be configured to down-mix to a left/right
stereo pair
• Automation, GUI, and hardware panel control
• Source tally (“GPIO tally”) for Encore and Jupiter controlled systems