ArKaos MediaMaster
ArKaos has released its latest media server software, MediaMaster.
First announced at the Plasa show in London, the software is now, after months of final development and testing, available for sale at a suggested retail price of €1899. MediaMaster has been designed specifically with show and lighting market in mind.
New Video Engine
Built on ArKaos’ latest generation of technology, MediaMaster delivers blistering performance on any machine on which it is installed. MediaMaster runs perfectly and reliably on standard laptops or can play up to eight full frames-per-second HD movies on an octo-core server.
New interface
MediaMaster’s new interface has been designed to give lighting designers and video artists the best ergonomics possible. Designed around one single window, it is possible to display all playing layers simultaneously, giving designers improved visibility of their shows. Supporting MSEX (Media Server Extensions) protocol, the ArKaos MediaMaster allows thumbnail display of media directly onto modern lighting consoles.
Better media management
ArKaos has developed a new media management system for MediaMaster which allows users to store up to 40,000 visuals in more than 200 folders, making it easier to manage different sets. In addition, better referencing allows users to delete files without having to re-stack a programmed show.
New effects and better integration with Flash Player
ArKaos MediaMaster now comes with ArKaos’ new native support for Flash. This not only enables faster performance but also permits the use of audio visualizers - Flash animations controlled by audio input. MediaMaster comes with a library of preinstalled audio visualizers, which users can build upon and add their own imagery.
As an added benefit, MediaMaster has a built-in support for many formats including (but not limited to) MPEG 2/4 and QuickTime photo JPEG, which guarantee an even better performance and maximum flexibility.
ArKaos LED Mapper
ArKaos MediaMaster is compatible with ArKaos LED Mapper – the extremely intuitive and efficient tool used to set up and arrange LED fixtures. It features keystoning and multi-screen support with soft-edge blending, and can capture an unlimited number of live video inputs from DV, USB or PCI cards. Like all ArKaos products, MediaMaster runs on both PC and Mac and supports all video and most common image formats.
ArKaos MediaMaster is an addition to ArKaos range of Show and Lighting products, and does not replace other products within the ArKaos range, including ArKaos VJ DMX which remains the choice for users seeking computer keyboard control as well as recording features.
MediaMaster can also be bought pre-installed on ArKaos Media Servers A10 or A05, making them into turn-key solutions that can be used in clubs, concerts and tours, theatres, television and at a vast range of other venues such as churches, museums, bars, art installations, fashion shows, corporate events, video production companies, and much more.
ArKaos is a world-leading provider of technology for live visual performances. The company develops media servers and video software that manages and manipulates graphic content for display on large screens at concerts, clubs, etc. Founded in 1996, ArKaos is the maker of the well-known video softwares ArKaos VJ DMX, NuVJ and GrandVJ, and now also MediaMaster.
