K 2 M U LT I - F ORMAT M EDIA CLI E N T
W I TH U P T O 4 HD/ S D B I - D I REC T I O NAL
CHANNELS
The K2 Summit Production Client
is optimized for a broad range of
production and broadcast applications.
K2 Summit is the only server that
supports end-to-end SD/HD workflows
in DVCPRO, MPEG-2, and AVC-Intra
formats.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET
The K2 Summit™ Production Client is a
major enhancement to the K2 family.
It is optimized for production and live
event workflows as well as broadcast
applications. Teamed with the K2 Dyno™
replay controller, it offers an ideal
solution for live events such as sports,
concerts, and any application that
requires quick access to recorded media.
As with all K2 media clients, you can
configure a K2 Summit as part of a SAN
solution comprised of multiple media
clients, K2 media ser ver, and K2 RAID
storage—or deploy a standalone client
with internal or external storage and
built-in server for use in a distributed
environment. Both the SAN and
standalone systems are optimized to
work in a file-based environment.
K2 Platform – Overview
The K2 platform is comprised of one or
more K2 media clients connected to one
KEY FEATURES
Two- or four-channel configurations:•
SD: DV, IMX, and MPEG-2 I-Frame & —
Long GOP
HD: DV, XDCAM HD, XDCAM EX, —
MPEG-2 I-Frame & Long GOP, and
AVC-Intra
Play different formats back-to-back:•
SD and HD clips —
720p/1080i —
DV/MPEG/AVC-Intra —
Instant replay capability•
or more K2 media servers and K2 RAID-
protected storage. The K2mediaclient
performs all video and audio I/O using
built-in encoders and decoders. You
can attach more than 100 media client
channels to the K2 media servers and
RAID system.
For its part, the K2 media server
manages the file system and controls
file transfer protocol (FTP) operations. K2
storage offers options for internal drives
or external RAID systems that can scale
to more than 50 terabytes.
K2 Summit Production Client
The K2 Summit Production Client
is a 2 RU platform with redundant
hot-swappable power supplies, and
redundant Ethernet ports. It includes
an Embedded OS that runs off of a
CompactFlash system drive providing
fast and reliable operation. To provide a
cost-effective design with no single point
ChannelFlex•
AppCenterElite:
Multicam mode —
Super SloMo mode —
3D mode —
Video + key mode —
HD/SD-SDI monitor output with •
timecode burn-in and custom text
overlays
Multiviewer monitor mode with •
custom text overlays
iSCSI or Fibre Channel connection to •
K2-SAN shared storage
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-compatible with
offailure,eachK2SummitSANclient offerstwoiSCSIorFibreChannelports
to provide a backup data path in case of
a failure.
To this architecture we’ve added our
Emmy® Award-winning core video
technology. Each channel is built around
a high-performance RISC processor, an
embedded real-time operating system,
and performs video/audio processing in
the robust and secure manner needed
for a 24/7, frame-accurate environment.
K2 Production Features
The K2 Summit Production Client has
been specifically designed for the
needs of live event productions such as
sporting events where instant replays
need to be available immediately at the
push of a button.
All channels are bi-directional and can
easily and quickly switch between record
and play.
Built-in mix effects on each channel:•
Video dissolves and audio cross —
fades supported via APIs and
AppCenterPro playlist
Fast boot times with embedded OS •
on CompactFlash
Up to 8 internal hard disk drives or •
solid state drives (SSD)
Import/export all formats as MXF •
OP1a, SMPTE 360M (GXF), or
QuickTime
File system enables edit-in-place of •
QuickTime files
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PRODUCT DATA SHEET
K2 SUMMIT PRODUCTION CLIENT STANDARD FEATURES
Automatic upconversion and downconversion, user-definable •
aspect ratio conversion, and closed caption preservation
Configurable as SAN or standalone solution•
ANC data preserved and full AFD processing•
Standard redundant power supplies, cooling, and Ethernet •
ports
Embedded operating system on flash memory•
Scales from two to four channels to more than one hundred •
channels in a SAN configuration
Open-system design enables interoperability with other •
devices via standard protocols
Full multi-channel audio support – 16 SDI audio tracks per •
video channel (32 audio tracks per clip on disk)
Remote SNMP monitoring via NetCentral•
facility-monitoring software
Internal multiviewer output on VGA provides a quad split display of the
all channels in real time (Requires optional AppCenterPro).
Security options enable protection from accidental on-air •
channel mistakes
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SNMP-based
ChannelFlex-Compatible
ChannelFlex*1 doubles K2 Summit’s
capability from four bi-directional channels
to application-specific configurations
equivalent to eight channels:
Record up to 8 camera feeds•
Record up to t wo 2X/3X super slo-mo •
cameras
Record up to four 3D cameras or •
video+key pairs
Play up to four 3D files or video+key •
pairs
Flexible Monitoring Options
With the built-in VGA multiviewer*2,
all four channels can be monitored in
normal mode or up to eight channels
when ChannelFlex*1 is in operation. An
SDI monitor output is available with
timecode burn-in for each channel.
A user-definable text overlay option*2 is
available for both monitor displays that
enables various information such as
channel/clip name, transport controls, play
speed, audio meters etc. to be displayed
in any location with various text sizes and
colors.
Built-in Mix Effects
For generating quick highlight packages,
often all that is required is simple
dissolves or fades between two clips.
Each channel has this capability built-in
(most servers require two channels to
do a mix effect). An integrated mixer
dissolves between two clips or to a
matte color. The color and transition
times are user-definable.
Multiple Format Capabilities
The K2 Summit Production Client is the
only server that provides agile codecs
enabling playback of SD or HD content
seamlessly on the same timeline with
any supported format (DV/DVCPRO,
MPEG-2, or AVC-Intra). It automatically
up-, down-, or crossconverts a clip to
the desired output resolution providing
K2 SUMMIT AND K2 DYNO REPLAY SYSTEM
full support for all SD and HD formats.
The K2 Summit Production Client also
supports the industry AFD standard for
aspect ratio conversion. As a result,
you only need to store a single-format
version of a clip in order to play it out in
the appropriate SD or HD format.
Advanced Video Playback Features
The K2 Summit Production Client
features smooth, high-quality, bidirectional, slow-motion playback, and
enhanced jog/shuttle control for all
formats including MPEG-2 Long GOP.
Playback trails recording by a fraction
of a second so replay is virtually
instantaneous*2. Slo-mo playback and
freeze frames are jitter-free at even the
slowest speeds due to the use of line
interpolation technology.
*1 – requires AppCenterElite
*2 – requires AppCenterPro
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The K2 Dyno replay controller is a
powerful and cost-effective system to
address sports replay and other live
events. The K2 Dyno controller offers a
highly intuitive control panel and user
interface, high-quality T-bar and jog knob,
touchscreen display, and the ability to
attach an optional VGA monitor for dualscreen operation. All of the advanced
features of the K2 Summit Production
Client are available through the K2 Dyno
control panel including the built-in mix
effects on each of the four channels,
smooth slo-mo playback, and instant
replay at the push of a button.
The K2 Dyno application has been
optimized for a typical live event
workflow and includes:
Pre-production features for easy setup •
and import of previous highlights,
material, setups, and graphics
On-air features for instant replay, •
highlights (shotbox) creation with
metadata, and playlist package with
mix effects
Post-production features for quick •
“melt” and take-away on a standard
USB disk for editing
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Audio and Closed Caption/Teletext Multilingual Support
Each video channel has up to 8 AES/EBU or 16 embedded channels
of PCM or compressed audio. For easy track management, each
audio track can be identified with a language descriptor*2.
Additional audio features include scrub audio up to 2X, audio
meters for each channel, an internal audio delay capability, and
the ability to adjust levels during recording or playback. It also
performs an audio ramp down/ramp up between clips to eliminate
audio clicks and/or pops.
Additional audio tracks can be imported into a clip*2 to easily
add additional languages. In addition multiple closed captions or
teletext files can be imported from third-party captioning editors
for additional language support.
Rear View – K2 Summit Production Client
*2 – requires AppCenterPro
SPECIFICATIONS
SpecificationK2-XDPK2-XDP-xxx-AVCK2-XDP-xxx-MPG
Channels2 or 4 independent bi-directional channels:
• Record DV
• Play DV and MPEG-2
• Any channel can be any format
FormatsSD:
• DV, DVCAM, DV25, DV50
• MPEG-2@ML 4:2:0, I-Frame & Long GOP,
2-15 Mb/s
• MPEG-2@ML 4:2:2, I-Frame & Long GOP,
4-50 Mb/s
• D10/IMX30/40/50
HD:
• MPEG-2@HL 4:2:0, I-Frame & Long GOP,
12-80 Mb/s
• MPEG-2@HL 4:2:2, I-Frame & Long GOP,
20-100 Mb/s
• XDCAM HD (18, 25, 35 Mb/s)
• XDCAM HD 4:2:2 (50 Mb/s)
• HDV playout
• XDCAM EX
2 or 4 independent bi-directional channels:
• Record DV and AVC-Intra
• Play DV, AVC-Intra and MPEG-2
• Any channel can be any format
SD:
• DV, DVCAM, DV25, DV50
• MPEG-2@ML 4:2:0, I-Frame & Long GOP,
2-15 Mb/s
• MPEG-2 @ ML 4:2:2, I-Frame & Long GOP,
4-50 Mb/s
• D10/IMX30/40/50
HD:
• MPEG-2@HL 4:2:0, I-Frame & Long GOP,
12-80 Mb/s
• MPEG-2@HL 4:2:2, I-Frame & Long GOP,
20-100 Mb/s
• XDCAM HD (18, 25, 35 Mb/s)
• XDCAM HD 4:2:2 (50 Mb/s)
• HDV playout
• XDCAM EX
• AVC-Intra 50/100
2 or 4 independent bi-directional channels:
• Record DV and MPEG-2
• Play DV and MPEG-2
• Any channel can be any format
SD:
• DV, DVCAM, DV25, DV50
• MPEG-2@ML 4:2:0, I-Frame & Long GOP,
2-15 Mb/s
• MPEG-2 @ ML 4:2:2, I-Frame & Long GOP,
4-50 Mb/s
• D10/IMX30/40/50
HD:
• MPEG-2@HL 4:2:0, I-Frame & Long GOP,
12-80 Mb/s
• MPEG-2@HL 4:2:2, I-Frame & Long GOP,
20-100 Mb/s
• XDCAM HD (18, 25, 35 Mb/s)
• XDCAM HD 4:2:2 (50 Mb/s)
• HDV playout
• XDCAM EX
Description
2 or 4 SD/HD channels•
All channels are bi-directional•
Video Channels
2 or 4 bi-directional HD/SD-SDI •
record/play channels
BNC, 75Ω •
SD SDI: SMPTE 259M, ITU-R601, •
525/625 line component, 10-bit
HD-SDI: SMPTE 292M, 10-bit •
ChannelFlex Modes (with
AppCenter Elite)
Multicam (up to 4 channels)•
Super slo-mo (1 or 2 channels)•
3D (up to 4 channels)•
Video+key (up to 4 channels)•
Monitor Modes
SDI monitor out with timecode burn-in•
VGA multiviewer (AppCenterPro)•
Definable text overlay for above •
displays including channel name,
clip name, transport status, play
speed, audio meters, and other status
(AppCenterPro)
Video Playback Output
Any supported format can be played •
seamlessly back-to-back
Output can be delayed at pixel •
resolution within a range of one frame
Freeze mode – frame or field•
Off-speed play – line interpolation •
provides jitter free slow-motion
playback in both directions
Video Mix Effects (w/AppCenterPro)
Dissolves between two video tracks •
on same channel
Fade up/down to matte color (default •
is black)
Max duration per transition – •
user selectable
Up/Down/Crossconversion and
Aspect Ratio
525•↔1080i, 525↔720p, 625↔1080i,
625↔720p
720p•↔1080i crossconversion
AFD support for 4:3-16:9 aspect ratio •
conversion with format specified
on a channel basis with clip by clip
override capability
Bar, half-bar, crop and stretch options •
configurable via UI, AMP protocol or
K2.net (native protocol)
E-to-E Mode
Less than one frame delay•
No re-timing applied•
Four 100/1000Base-T Ethernet ports•
One USB 2.0 front, two USB 2.0 rear•
One RS-422 serial port per channel•
15-pin SVGA•
USB keyboard•
USB mouse•
UL 60950, FCC Class A, EMC Class A, CE,
C-Tick, CSA 60950, IEC 950, EN 60950
Included in Package
Power cords (2)•
LTC cables (4)•
Documentation CD•
QuickStart guide•
USB stick with recover image•
K2 Summit Production Clients With Internal Storage (in hours*)
Format
Data Drives
600 GB RAID-1 (4/4)HDD160804013812288
600 GB RAID-0 (8/0)HDD32016080272244176
450 GB RAID-1 (4/4)HDD12060301039166
450 GB RAID-0 (8/0)HDD24012060204182132
200 GB RAID-0 (2/0)SSD27137232015
200 GB RAID-0 (4/0)SSD532713464129
200 GB RAID-1 (4/4)SSD532713464129
200 GB RAID-0 (8/0)SSD1075327918159
RAID-1 = 4 data drives and 4 parity drives. RAID-0 = 8 data drives
*Time for video with four 16-bit audio channels, no ancillary data. Times are estimated and can vary up to ±10%.
Drive TypeDVCPRO 25DVCPRO 50
AVC-INTRA 50
DVCPRO HD
AVC-INTRA 100
IMX 30XDCAM HD XDCAM HD 50
ORDERING INFORMATION
K2-XDP-2SD/K2-XDP-4SD
2/4 SD channels with DV25/50 &
MPEG-2 SD playout and DV25/50 record
K2-XDP-2HD/K2-XDP-4HD
2/4 SD/HD channels with DV25/50,
DVCPRO HD & MPEG-2 SD/HD playout
and DV25/50, DVCPRO HD record
K2-XDP-2SD-MPEG/
K2-XDP-4SD-MPEG
2/4 SD channels with DV25/50 & MPEG2 SD playout and record
K2-XDP-2HD-MPEG/
K2-XDP-4HD-MPEG
2/4 SD/HD channels with DV25/50,
DVCPRO HD & MPEG-2 SD/HD playout
and record
K2-XDP-2HD-AVCI/
K2-XDP-4HD-AVCI
2/4 SD/HD channels with DV25/50,
DVCPRO HD & AVC-Intra playout and
record
Options
K2-XDP-80600R0
Eight 600 GB 15K SAS drives for internal
storage configured as 8 data and no
parity drives
K2-XDP-80600R1
Eight 600 GB 15K SAS drives for internal
storage configured as 4 data and 4 parity
drives
K2-XDP-8045R0
Eight 450 GB 15K SAS drives for internal
storage configured as 8 data drives
K2-XDP-80450R1
Eight 450 GB 15K SAS drives for internal
storage configured as 4 data and 4 parity
K2-APP-PRO
K2 AppCenterPro for advanced features
K2-APPCENTER-ELITE
Adds ChannelFlex capability
K2-XDP-AES-CABLES
AES DB25 to XLR break-out cables (2).
Each cable provides 8 input and 8 output
AES XLR connectors for one channel
K2-XDP-SSD2200R0
Two 200 GB SSD drives configured as
RAID-0 for internal storage
K2-XDP-SSD4200R0
Four 200 GB SSD drives configured as
RAID-0 for internal storage
K2-XDP-SSD8200R0
Eight 200 GB SSD drives configured as
RAID-0 for internal storage
K2-XDP-SSD8200R1
Eight 200 GB SSD drives configured as
RAID-1 for internal storage
Other upgrade kits, spare parts, external
storage, SAN configurations, and service
options are available.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT & SERVICES
Our customer support and services offerings ensure optimal system performance and maximize uptime. These services include call centers staffed around the clock, commissioning,
professional training courses, and technical maintenance programs and service agreements.