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Nexio G8™ HighPerformance, DualChannel, HD/SD Broadcast Graphics System
Designed to meet the “big picture” graphics requirements of today’s broadcasters, the Nexio G8™ (formerly Inscriber G8™) character generator is a graphics powerhouse that takes live production graphics to a new level of functionality, reliability and quality — all at the industry’s lowest total cost of ownership. Unmatched Reliability
The Nexio G8 packs superior features into a compact 2RU chassis to provide the best value in the market for high
Imagine Communicationsdesigned video I/O card
performance livetoair production graphics. Incorporating the
Complete hardware component architecture
Imagine Communicationsdesigned MA410 graphics I/O card,
Full redundancy
this robust CG delivers flawless 2D and 3D realtime graphics
1+1 hot swappable power
in a standard dualchannel SD/HD configuration. An
RAID 5 hotswappable media
impressive list of other standard features — from hardware based clips to video bypass to ODBC integration and much more — ensures the G8 is everything you need to produce amazing professional graphics.
HighestQuality Graphics Nexio GScribe™ character generator software Builtin 2D DVE creation and playback and 3D DVE playback Broadcast Paint™
Product Features
Advanced antialiasing Overlay™ persistent of 2D or 3D objects
Superior Functionality
Flawless 2D and 3D realtime graphics Strata Compositing™
Dualchannel configuration Hardwarebased clips
Lowest Total Cost of Ownership
SD/HD switchable Clip playback
Builtin active bypass
Social media and datasource integration
Energy efficient components – Energy 80 Plus Platinum
ODBC integration for connection to databases
Futureproofed 3 Gb/s capability for 1080p
Quad video inputs and outputs
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Product Details
Video Capture (Motion Video Input Grab)
STANDARD
video at full HD resolution. Set in and out points, and play
Video capture enables you to record streaming audio and back as a fullframe video clip.
GScribe™ Character Generator Software GScribe is a featurerich character generator that provides all
ActiveElectronic Video Bypass
of the tools required to create stunning onair graphics in an
The G8 has builtin activeelectronic video bypass. There is no
easytouse package. You can integrate clips, stills, audio,
need to use another rack unit for a video bypass breakout box.
animation, transition effects, and much more to create
The activeelectronic video bypass has higher reliability than a
incredible onair presentations. Along with content creation, G
switchedbased breakout box.
Scribe provides an array of tools to control and manipulate graphics, including a full playlist and sequencer module, the RapidFire™ software playout capability and an integrated media store.
RTX NET™ Scripting The RTX NET scripting engine allows you to unleash the power of RTX NET directly from your CG pages and G3D scenes. With RTX NET scripting, you can design features and
Second Channel
functionality to meet your specific workflow requirements.
The G8 system provides a dualchannel solution with
Scripts can be applied to both 2D and 3D elements, ideal for
uncompromised power across two channels. The second
creating special graphic effects that can automatically affect
channel enables the use of your G8 system as an HD/SD
the page design and layout based on userdriven content. By
simulcasting solution, producing a simultaneous HD and
utilizing the .NET framework, you can develop scripts in your
hardwarescaled SD video stream from a single box.
language of choice, and take full advantage of all of the development tools offered by the .NET framework.
Social Media and Data Source Integration The G8 solution enables the display of data from social media
Automation Interface™
and other sources such as RSS feeds, databases,
Using the industrystandard Intelligent Interface® protocol, you
spreadsheets, XML or ODBC (Open Database Connectivity)
can connect the Nexio G8 to newsroom and automation
content. This feature links the information in your RSS feeds
system. This enables tag filling and display control using
or database tables to your graphic layouts and templates.
TCP/IP or a standard serial port protocol, which is available
When the data is updated, the information automatically
from most vendors including Imagine Communications,
updates in your layouts. You can easily update graphics from
AP/ENPS, Autocue, Avid iNews, Comprompter, EZ News,
thirdparty social moderator tools such as those from
Florical, Grass Valley and Sundance.
Never.no, Bannister Lake or Mass Relevance.
3D DVE Playback
Clip Playback
3D DVE (applying live video to 3D surfaces) allows two inputs
This feature enables the integrated playout of video clips as
per channel to be animated and positioned within a 3D space.
backgrounds, media objects and textures within your graphics
The 3D DVE feature can be used in conjunction with 2D DVE
layout. You can play media content of any resolution up to full
(applying live video to 3D surfaces). Typically, the underlying
HD. Software codecs enable playout of most Windows®
graphics are revealed. The G3D option is required to create
formats. Supported file formats include VIA, AVI, WMV,
3D DVE content; however, the G3D option is not required to
MPEG2 and QuickTime. The largecapacity media array
play back the 3D DVE content.
provides uncompressed clip playback with integrated data protection.
Strata Compositing™ Strata Compositing enables realtime compositing of multiple,
Hardware Downconversion
independently controllable virtual channels into a single
The G8 system allows you to standardize with one set of HD
physical channel. It can be used to output multiple graphic
graphics and simplifies graphics management in a mixed HD
layers — a ticker, a station ID, a lower third and background
SD environment. The SD downconversion feature allows you to
video, for instance — as a single channel.
work in a completely HD workflow and downconvert the final graphics from the G8 system using the scaling method of your choice.
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Nexio G8™ Overlay™
Broadcast Paint
Overlay allows you to build and control additional layers of
Broadcast Paint is a paint and graphics creation tool
graphics on top of your current output without having to use
integrated within the GScribe design software. It supports
additional channels. Overlay output layers are completely
layering, resolutionindependent image processing and
independent of other layouts, making them easy to control.
masking tools. Paint also provides native Photoshop file
You can easily insert and hide clocks, timers, still or
import (.PSD) directly into the paint environment, maintaining
animated logos, channel IDs, lower thirds, scoreboards, over
layers.
the shoulder graphics, text crawls and temperature readouts. SOFTWARE OPTIONS Connectus™ Integration You can easily publish individual layouts or entire playlists to a Connectus media server direct from GScribe to quickly and easily distribute content between multiple Inscriber CG systems. You can also download and approve media from the Connectus server, as well as publish and retrieve media assets (including associated metadata) directly from the
G3D™ (INSG3D8) This proprietary 3D design module elevates broadcast graphics design with illuminating, true 3D graphics, text, real time animations and 3D DVE creation. You can create 3D scenes from native and/or imported 3D objects, or import 3D scenes from thirdparty programs such as 3D Studio Max® and Maya®.
media store.
G3D provides a deep level of scene editing including timeline
* Note: Connectus server software is a media asset management workflow option that is purchased separately.
modification, image manipulation, primitive shapes, lights, multiple cameras and many options for texturing. Audio files
Integrated Media Store
can be attached to the 3D graphics for playout in SD or HD.
With the integrated media store, you can store, manage,
Custom textures can be applied to any 3D surface containing
retrieve and play out media files including stills, templates,
tagged text and graphic content using the familiar GScribe
clips and animations. The media store allows you to search
graphics editor. Tagged fields can be updated manually or via
based on various metadata, including userdefinable
automation. Once a scene has been created, it can be played
keywords. Metadata is copied with each image, allowing files
out directly from GScribe or exported and then used as a
to retain all related information when moved from one system
template for playback using Automation Interface or Inscriber®
to another. The media store integrates directly with the playlist
RTX™ applications.
and the output display so graphics resources can be found G3D includes the ability to create advanced realtime triggers,
and used either in CG layouts or directly out to air.
which allow you to quickly and easily create dynamic RealTime 3D Playback
interactions between objects and scenes that can be triggered
You can import and play true 3D scenes directly from third
from the timeline or manually by an operator. These triggers
party applications such as 3D Studio MAX ® and MAYA®, as
allow complex actions to be integrated into 3D scenes with no
well as other COLLADA file output programs, and integrate
scripting required.
these scenes directly into your playlist for realtime playback. Add the G3D option for even greater control of your 3D scene,
G3D includes the integration of dynamic 3D charts directly into 3D scenes. Each chart can be connected to a separate
allowing scene editing and template creation.
data source and will update onair as changes are made to the Media Drive Redundancy
data source (e.g., Excel, Access). Chart types available
Your valuable graphic assets are always protected against
include 3D bar and pie, as well as line charts.
hardware failure with media drive redundancy, with no impact on system performance. RAID 5 protection provides the peace of mind that your system and data will be available when you
G3D also provides 3D DVE creation to apply live video to 3D surfaces. Note that 3D DVE Playback does not require the G 3D option.
need it.
* Training recommended.
Integrated DVE Effects This feature allows incoming video feeds to be displayed resized in real time in a region of the graphics layout. Typically, the underlying graphics are revealed. There are a total of four DVEs for the G8, specifically 2 x 2D DVE (SD or HD) per channel.
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Nexio G8™ RTXPorts™ (INSRTXP)
G3D Offline (INSG3DOFF8)
RTXPorts enables the development or playback of custom or
This option includes all the functionality of G3D on an
thirdparty applications such as financial tickers, elections
Inscriber CG, but is used in conjunction with GScribe Offline.
results or sports score bugs on a GScribe system that have
You can create G3D files offline, and transfer to an online G
been created using the RTX API. These customized
Series system.
applications can run concurrently with Scribe and Automation Inscriber MOS Client Software (INSMOS)
Interface, while sharing access to the output channel.
When the INSMOS option for the G8 (described in Software Inscriber MOS (INSMOS)
Options) is purchased, the customer has a license to install
This option enables the G8 to be integrated into an Inscriber
unlimited Inscriber MOS Clients used by journalists and the
MOS environment. Inscriber MOS provides remote asset
Rundown Client software.
browsing, editing and playout capabilities within MOS Newsroom Computer Systems (NCS) such as AP’s ENPS® and Avid’s iNews® . Inscriber MOS consists of a MOS
ADDITIONAL SERVER SOFTWARE PRODUCTS TO ENHANCE G8 WORKFLOW:
compliant ActiveX client control interface running inside the
Connectus™ (Catalog Number INSCNCTS)
newsroom system, connected to Inscriber graphics systems.
Connectus asset management server software includes 15
Inscriber MOS gives newsroom staff the ability to create and
connection licenses and the Connectus software application.
schedule templatebased graphics from their desktop. Once
Connectus serves as a central graphics server and
inserted into a rundown, the graphics are available for playout
communication hub to store and manage content across
across multiple Inscriber graphics systems. The Inscriber
multiple graphics systems. Note that there are additional
MOS server component negotiates transactions between the
Connectus options under INSCNCTS* catalog number.
various MOS clients, the newsroom computer and Inscriber graphics hardware. Realtime previews are created for the
Inscriber MOS Gateway Server Software (INSMOS)
journalists as they create their graphics to ensure the
When the INSMOS option for the G8 (described in Software
accuracy of each item being added to a story. There is no
Options) is purchased, the customer has a license to install
graphics experience required using the intuitive ActiveX Plug
unlimited MOS gateways to establish communications
in.
between the Inscriber CG systems (used for playout) and the Inscriber MOS clients used by journalists.
* MOS Training and Commissioning must also be purchased. HARDWARE OPTIONS ** The MOS option must be purchased for each graphics RapidFire Keyboard (INSRFK)
system that will be controlled by MOS.
RapidFire is a dedicated, custom keyboard that enables Direct Control (INSDC)
singlestroke functionality for many GScribe functions and
This option enables the G8 to be managed by Direct Control
features. It includes a US 101 keycap layout for use as a
software running on another Inscriber CG. Resources on an
standard keyboard for normal PC operations. The RapidFire
Inscriber live production graphics system (such as G8 or
keyboard is an essential tool for live event coverage.
TitleOne) can be viewed and managed from any computer system on the LAN.
* Ships with English keycaps.
ADDITIONAL WORKSTATION SOFTWARE PRODUCTS TO
After Burner® 4 GPIO 7’ Cable (INSG8AB7)
ENHANCE G8 WORKFLOW:
Fan out cable for After Burner 4 GPIO. Length 7 ft (2.1 m)
GScribe Offline™ (INSGSOFF8)
After Burner® 4 GPIO 16’ Cable (INSG8AB16)
GScribe Offline provides offline content creation tools,
Fan out cable for After Burner 4 GPIO. Length 16 ft (4.9 m)
allowing CG artists to create graphics for onair production from their own PC system. Using the same creation tools found on the playback device, users can generate graphic packages quickly and easily without requiring time on the on air system. The integrated desktop video window provides
ONSITE TRAINING Have a certified Imagine Communications Inscriber instructor visit your site for three days of comprehensive training. You will learn about the G8 hardware and GScribe software.
users with a live preview window of their graphics to preview
* Commissioning and Inscriber MOS training available
animations and clip playback in near realtime.
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Nexio G8™
Nexio G8™ Specifications Specifications and designs are subject to change without notice Hardware Chassis
2RU rack mount Frontmounted hotswappable drive bays (16) 1+1 redundant hotswappable power supply, 740 W High CFM cooling for 24/7 operation
Dimensions (H x W x D)
3.5 x 17.2 x 24.8 in. (8.9 x 43.7 x 63.0 cm)
Weight
45 lbs (20.4 kg)
Connectors
High Density BNC
CPU
2x Intel E52620 2 GHz (6 core)
GPU
Nvidia Quadro 4000 2 GB GDDR5
RAM
16 GB DDR3 ECC 1333 MHz
Disk Sub System
2 x 250 GB system drives in RAID 1 8 x 250 GB media drives in RAID 5 LSI MegaRaid Controller (2 Minis SAS ports supporting up to 8 SAS/SATA drives)
System Restore
Bootable restore USB thumbdrive to return system to factory configuration
Optical Drive
CD/DVDRW drive for backup
External Ports
2 GB Ethernet ports via RJ45 RS232 serial port via DB9 connector 5 USB 2.0 ports IPMI LAN Port
Video Supported Video Resolutions
1080i/60, 1080i/59.94, 1080i/50 720p/60, 720p/59.94, 720p/50 SD525, 4:3/16:9 SD625, 4:3/16:9 1080p futureproof capable
Standards
SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 259MC, SMPTE 274M, SMPTE 240M, SMPTE 272M
Input
4 (Standard or HD BNC) 1 ft conversion patch cable provided
Input Embedded Audio
2 x 16
Input Connectors
4 HDBNC
Input Level
800 mV pkpk
Input Impedance
75 ohms
Input Equalization
Automatic, adjustmentfree cable equalization
Input Cable Length
For HD 135 m minimum For SD 250 m minimum
Output
4 (Standard or HD BNC) 1 ft conversion patch cable provided
Output Embedded Audio
2 x 16
Output Connector
4 HDBNC
Output Impedance
75 ohms
Miscellaneous
EDH insertion on output
AES Audio Standard
AES31992, AES 3id1995, EIAJ CP340, SMPTE 276M
Input Connectors
1xMDR36 (shared with output) with 8 BNC connectors via pony tail breakout cable
Sample Resolution
16/20/24bit
Input Sampling Rate
48 kHz
Input Impedance
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Nexio G8™ Maximum Input Signal
2.5 V pkpk
Output Sampling Rate
48 kHz
Output Connector
1xMDR36 (shared with input) with 8 BNC connectors via pony tail breakout cable
Output Coupling
AC Coupled
Input Impedance
75 ohms
Genlock Reference Standard
SMPTE 318M
Input Connectors
1 HDBNC
Input Sensitivity
>100 mV
Input Impedance
75 ohms or HighZ (software controlled)
Input Types
NTST/PAL color black or 2 V sync or trilevel sync
Timecode LTC Input
HDBNC, 0.4 to 5 V pkpk, HiZ termination
G3D/GScribe 8.0 Supported Media Asset File Formats Image File Formats
.bmp, .gif, .g3d, .jpg, .lgo, .mg2, .png, .ppm, .psd, .tga, .tiff, .vpb, .vii
Video Clip File Formats
.avi, .dv, .g3d, .lxf, .mov, MPEG2 variants, .mpeg, .mpg, .mp4, .mxf, .via, .wmv
Audio Clip File Formats
.wav, .mp3
G3D Supported 3D Model File Formats
.fbx, .dae, .eps, .obj
Ordering Information INSG8
Inscriber G8 Dual Channel, 2RU, HD/SD, 3G capable, fully redundant graphics system. Supports 2 video inputs per channel. 3D realtime playback standard, and 2D DVE and 3D DVE playback standard. Also includes Video Bypass, Automation, AES audio, clips, Broadcast Paint, Video Capture and the playout of HD/SD clips of most Windows®supported codecs
Hardware Options INSRFK
RapidFire® Custom Dedicated Keyboard. Provides fast streamlined operation for playback of graphics in a live production environment
INSG8AB7
After Burner® 4 GPIO 7 ft Cable. Fan out cable for After Burner 4 GPIO. Length 7 ft (2.1 m)
INSG8AB16
After Burner® 4 GPIO 16 ft Cable. Fan out cable for After Burner 4 GPIO. Length 16 ft (4.9 m)
Software Options INSRTXP
RTX Ports: Enables Application Development/Playback (.NET / COM Automation API to the Inscriber Graphics Engine) of custom or thirdparty applications such as sports specific applications, financial tickers or school closings
INSG3D8
G3D™ for G8: 3D Charts and 3D object model scene creation and editing with Graphical Keyframe Editor for the Inscriber G8
Workflow Options INSMOS
Create and insert Inscriber graphics directly into your MOSenabled NRCS such as AP’s ENPS® and Avid’s iNews®; includes Inscriber MOS Gateway software, Rundown Control and unlimited client licenses for journalists (per site); ** NOTE: Must purchase MOS training and commissioning
INSDC
Direct Control for Inscriber systems. Network management software to manage your graphics resources across a LAN
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Nexio G8™ Workstation Software Workflow Products INSGSOFF8
GScribe Offline v8.0 software. Software to compose Inscriber GScribe layouts on any sufficiently capable Windows 7 system for playback on a G8 system
INSG3DOFF8
G3D Offline v8.0 software. Software to create 3D text, object modeling and animations on any sufficiently capable Windows 7 system for playback on a G8 system
Server Software Workflow Products INSCNCTS
Connectus Asset Management Server software
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