Alfatron Electronics, manufacturer of products for the AV market, introduced the VMix41 and VMix-Mini video switchers. Designed to select between multiple incoming video signals from various sources (camera, PowerPoint feed, etc.) and direct one of those signals to a monitor / screen, the new VMix41 and VMix-Mini offer rich feature sets and on-board displays to manage one’s signals. Initially, the VMix products will be available only in the USA market, says Alfatron.
According to the company, the new Alfatron VMix41 is a multifunctional, quad HDMI video switcher with four HDMI input ports housed in a tabletop form factor. The switcher comes with a 5.5-inch FHD (Full High Definition) color LCD display to ensure visual feedback while operating the unit. For managing the various video signals, the VMix41 offers a comprehensive feature set. This includes a variety of built-in video transition effects, PIP (Picture in Picture) / POP (Pop-Out), plus logo overlay and keying functionality with quick access buttons — all supported and accelerated by FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) technology.
Main Features
Per a statement, the new VMix41 includes dedicated Quick Access Camera Select and Preset recall buttons to ensure intuitive operation throughout the session. Further, the switcher offers advanced PTZ Camera control with dedicated parameter control buttons and a joystick to easily manage pan, tilt and zoom operations. Additionally, the VMix41 supports UVC (USB Video Class) streaming, multi network streaming and local video recording.
Designed for easy transport, the new Alfatron VMix-Mini offers a rich feature set that is conveniently housed in an easy-to-carry form factor. Similar to its larger sibling, the VMix-Mini is a quad HDMI video switcher with four HDMI input ports. The unit also has a vivid 5-inch-wide gamut FHD (Full High Definition) color LCD display to assist with managing one’s various operations. The VMix-Mini also comes outfitted with T-bar switching for control of more than 30 effects — providing smooth, easy operation for achieving world-class visuals. The system includes built-in transition effects, layering, PIP/POP and keying functionality. The new VMix-Mini also features a five-way rocker switch for PTZ camera control.
Taking Media Production Forward
Michael van Rensburg, Alfatron Electronics’ technical director, comments on the company’s new VMix41 and VMix-Mini video switchers, saying, “Our new VMix range of video mixers opens a new market segment for us and is designed to be complementary to our current line-up of PTZ cameras and other video signal management products. The VMix41 and VMix-Mini both house an arsenal of live video transitioning effects and keying features that will elevate media production to the next level. The integrated camera controls allow one to manage up to four PTZ cameras directly from the video mixers as well. And don’t forget to check out the extensive GUI also included with both units, providing even more ease of use and access to all the features of the units.”
