Inter BEE 2011: Astro Design Exhibits Equipment for Super Hi-Vision

Astro Design exhibited the SR-8422, a SDD recorder for Super Hi-Vision (8Kx4K) developed jointly with NHK, and the VP-8407, a color grading equipment for the same system. The VP-8407, which allows real-time color processing and the SR-8422. which enables quick replay, are expected to accelerate the speed of contents production. Both pieces of equipment are scheduled to be used during the 2012 London Olympics, the results of which will be viewable by the public.

■ Public Viewing during London Olympics 2012 Broadcast

Astro Design exhibited the SR-8422, a SDD recorder for Super Hi-Vision which was developed jointly with NHK, and the VP-8407, a color grading equipment for the same system. Compared to the previous 4K recorder which requires 4-unit synchronized operation for recording and playback, the SR-8422 can handle 8Kx4K with just one unit. Solid-state SDD memory without moving parts enables high-speed access and allows editing highlights and playing back in slow-motion at any speed while still recording.

The VP-8407 enables real-time color conversion and correction, chromatic aberration correction, geometric distortion correction, and imaging element flaw correction. In addition to SHV output, it is capable of down-conversion to 4KHD, allowing easy confirmation of the results.
Both pieces of equipment are scheduled to be used for 2012 London Olympics live coverage.