Get Into the Video World
Multi-threaded Engine
Built on ArKaos’ latest generation of technology,
MediaMaster’s multi-threaded engine delivers blistering
performance, by taking advantage of multi-core machines.
Practical interface
A straightforward interface displaying all layer's parameters
simultaneously, as well as all layers preview, gives lighting
designers improved visibility of their shows and the best
ergonomics possible
Efficient media management
With MediaMaster’s new media management system, you
can store up to 40,000 visuals in more than 200 folders,
delete and move files at your convenience without having
to re-stack a programmed show.
Audio Visualizers
MediaMaster’s audio visualizers are powerful visual
animations that react to the audio input to create nice
ambient visuals. Audio visualizers are perfect for clubs, live
DJ performances and LED outputs.
Total creativity
Take total control of your media: position, scale, rotate,
adjust transparency, colors, compose with other layers
etc. MediaMaster supports major media formats, multiple
video inputs, and provides more than 60 effects with
controllable parameters.
Guaranteed quality
MediaMaster’s powerful video engine and integrated native
decoders of MPEG 2/4, QuickTime photo JPEG and Adobe
Flash (among other formats) guarantee a smooth and
reliable playback of full HD media on all layers.
LED Mapper compatibility
MediaMaster is compatible with the intuitive LED
Mapper extension, the ArKaos flexible software solution
to drive LED panels.
All the above in the easiest to control media server
software that ever existed, MediaMaster is even simpler to
use than ArKaos VJ DMX.
MediaMasterState of the Art video solution for light designers
MediaMaster is the wishlist of lighting designers made real. We developed this great video solutionbased on the feedback we received from the large customer base of Lighting designers using ArKaosproducts. MediaMaster is totally adapted to their needs.
Main features
8 independent video layers
Advanced Graphic engine: Fully hardware accelerated and Multi-threaded on multi-core CPUs
Optimized for HD movies, HD output support
Internal MPEG2-MPEG4 codec for enhanced reliability
Intuitive user interface
60+ effects
50+ text animations
Audio Visualization Generators
Media library of 255 folders and 255 visuals
Multiple video inputs (PCI card, FireWire DV / HDV, USB, etc.)
Total control of your media: 3D position/ rotation, movie speed,color levels etc.
Master brightness-contrast, keystone
Multi-Screen and Wide-Screen with soft-edge
MSEX Compatible: thumbnails preview and live output on yourMSEX compatible lighting desk
Windows XP, Vista and Mac OSX compatible
3 available fixtures: micro, tiny and full
Support of all common media formats (AVI, MPEG, QuickTimeMOV, Flash, WMV, picture files etc)
System requirements (PC)
OS: Windows™ XP or Vista
Processor: Pentium™ IV 2Ghz recommended
RAM: 512MB, 1GB recommended
Media Player: QuickTime™ 6.5.x (and up),
Adobe FlashPlayer™ 9.0 (and up),
DirectX™ 9.0c (and up)
System requirements (Mac)
OS: Mac OS X 10.4 (and up)
Processor: Any Intel Mac, G4/1Ghz (and up)
RAM: 512MB, 1GB recommended
Media Player: QuickTime™ 6.5.x (and up),
Adobe FlashPlayer™ 9.0 (and up)
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A-Series Media ServersThe ArKaos A-Series Media Servers are designedfor customers who demand a high performanceturnkey solution to seamlessly run their real-timevideo performances.
We have meticulously selected and tested thebest appropriate hardware to guarantee amaximum performance of ArKaos Media Serversoftware during the toughest conditions of use.
ArKaos Media Servers are ideal for the road.Special attention has been given to protect their sensitive components and provide them with extracooling. In addition, all cables are glued with silicone and all connectors secured.
The A series Media Servers are very powerful systems optimized for ArKaos. They are delivered withMediaMaster or ArKaos VJ DMX real time video editing software, as well as a vast library of high qualitydigital media from the world's best visual content providers.
Our solutions are pre-configured to work directly with all market leading DMX lighting desks. Everythinghas been done so you just have to plug and play.
A05 Media ServerArKaos A05 is a great entry product in the Aseries media server range. It has been designedfor those who require a reliable and affordablesolution for simple installations.
The A05 is perfect for setups using standardresolutions. It guarantees optimal performancesup to 720p.
A05 is perfect for installations in clubs, bars, fortouring bands, LED installations…
Other
DVD reader/writer, Multi card reader, firewire, 3.5" FDD
Enhanced noise reduction cooling system
Audio in/out
Industrial 2U rack case
Power supply: 105 – 240v, automatic commutation at50-60hz
I/O specifications
2 video outputs: DVI, HDMI, VGA or Analog
DMX connectors: 5 pin male and female XLR/DMX connector
Storage
Extractable hard drive to protect & carry your data
1 x 500 GB hard drive for data and a 150GB hard drivefor system
1 x ultra fast hard drive for the system
Software
MediaMaster or ArKaos VJ DMX
Fast recovery system
Configured system for optimized performances
24 hours burn-in routine before delivery
A10 Media Server HDIt’s all in the box
The ArKaos A10 HD Media Server has been developed with threewords in focus: reliability, performance and versatility. The result is the quintessential plug and play media server solution:all you need is in the box.
Versatility
The A10 is a complete solution for professional light designers. Itoffers multiple output options and several acquisition possibilities.
Performance
The ArKaos A10 guarantees smooth playback of 8 simultaneous SDlayers, 8 HD layers (720p, MPEG2 10Mbps) or 5 full HD layers(1080p, MPEG2 15Mbps)
Reliability
The A10 is designed for tough use conditions. With its qualitycomponents fixed and guaranteed enhanced cooling and its harddrives secured in shockproof boxes, the A10 is a roadie favorite.
I/O specifications
4 video outputs: DVI, HDMI, VGA or Analog (2 control
monitors + 2 displays)
1 video input : HDMI (720p, 1080p) or Analog (NTSC, PAL)
HD resolution video output (standard resolutions plus
1920x1080, 2560x1024, 3840x1080)
DMX connectors: 5 pin male and female XLR/DMX connector
Storage
2 x 500GB hard drives in RAID I for faster data streaming
and enhanced security.
1 x ultra fast hard drive for the system
HDD protection for extreme conditions: passive cooling /
noise damming / shock absorption
Software
MediaMaster or ArKaos VJ DMX (LED Mapper optional)
Fast recovery system
Configured system for optimized performances
Other
DVD reader/writer, Multi card reader, firewire, 3.5" floppy disk
Enhanced noise reduction cooling system
Audio in/out
Industrial 4U rack case
Power supply: 105 – 240v, automatic commutation at
50-60hz
24 hours burn-in routine before delivery
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ArKaos VJ DMXReal – time video as simple as it can get
ArKaos VJ DMX is an intuitive software that turns any computer into a media server controllable by anylighting desk through a simple network connection or with a DMX USB device.
Main features
Hardware Accelerated video engine (HW Mode)
Supports all common Multimedia formats: .mpg, .avi, .vob, .wmv,.mov, flash, .asf, .wmv, .jpg, .bmp,...
60+ customizable effects in Standard Mode, 40+ in HW Mode
Support for additional FreeFrame effects
Icon media selection through MSex protocol
8 video layers in fixture mode, unlimited number of simultaneousvideo layers in other modes
Multiscreen or widescreen projection with Soft-Edge
Keystone
LED Mapper ExtensionLED mapping made easy!
ArKaos has developed an equally intuitive and flexible software solution to drive LED fixtures seamlesslywith the LED Mapper extension for ArKaos VJ DMX and ArKaos MediaMaster.
Supports all DMX driven LED fixtures
Fixtures for the most common LED devices are includedin the software and ready to be used. Fixtures for any other LED devicecan be easily created manually in few seconds.
Up to 256 DMX universes
Import your own mapping of LED devices into ArKaos VJ DM, up to “just”256 DMX universes
Take total control of your LED fixtures
take a total control of your led fixtures: rotate, resize, overlap, combinefixtures, duplicate…
Live mapping preview
Create and edit your panel configurations (mapping) interactively whilepreviewing the result in real-time.
ArKaos VJ DMX is praised for its simplicity and its flexibility. Inaddition to programmable lighting desks, it can be controlled by asimple computer keyboard, a MIDI device, a fader only DMXlighting desk.
About ArKaosArKaos is a world-leading provider of technology for livevisual performances.
The company develops visual synthesizers that trigger andmanipulate graphic content for display on large screens atconcerts, clubs, etc. Founded in 1996, ArKaos is the maker of thewell-known video softwares ArKaos VJ MIDI, ArKaos VJ DMX,NuVJ and GrandVJ.
For more information visit our website at www.arkaos.net whereyou can also find your nearest ArKaos dealer.
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