PIXELHUE - P20

P20 is one of two new, sophisticated and powerful presentation switchers produced by Pixelhue. Based on a high-performance FPGA hardware architecture, it is capable of processing 4K 60p 4:4:4 10-bit resolution video with high-performance image de-interlacing.

It comes with a wide variety of 4K connectors to interface with all the latest video devices. Inputs include HDMI 2.0, DP1.2, 12G-SDI and 8 x 10G fiber optic ports. This ones "copy" the HDMI 2.0 outputs to allow the switchers themselves to transmit signals to the LED display controllers over a distance of up to 10 km without fiber converters, with obvious savings also in costs.

The available inputs are 8 x DP 1.2 / HDMI 2.0 + 4 x 12G-SDI, while the outputs are 8 x HDMI 2.0. Added to these, there are 4 x HDMI 1.3 AUX outputs which can, in fact, be connected to auxiliary devices such as teleprompters and a dedicated Multiviewer output provided for live monitoring of all inputs and outputs from a display.

Pixelhue P20 can work in both switcher and splicer modes based on the type of application. In the first case, there are two 4K x 2K @ 60 Hz outputs. In splicer mode, viceversa, 8K x 4K, always at 60 Hz. Thanks to this double working mode, real 4K inputs/outputs without sub-sampling of the colour, high quality video processing with smooth transitions and smooth views, flawless image mosaic, various transition effects, this P-series presentation switcher is the perfect solution for medium sized live events and many fixed installations that require high reliability, ease usability, the best possible image quality and state-of-the-art 4K live processing capabilities.

In terms of layers, P20 supports 7 (3 x 4K layers + 4 x 2K layers or 4 x 4K layers) with the possibility for users to be able to freely organize their arrangement. In addition, up to 128 presets are available to meet your different needs. High resolution images can be captured from live inputs and outputs and used as background. In addition, the P20 is equipped with advanced DSK features including luma key and chroma key, and supports SDR, HDR10 and HLG with conversion between these formats.

The control options are very flexible, making it an extremely versatile device that is also simple to use. These options include backlit front panel keys and a 5” graphical LCD display for direct access to functions, or alternatively by the U5 live console, using an intuitive web GUI interface and stream deck. Various backup methods are also supported, including input source backup, output backup and device backup to safeguard your events. Switching from primary to backup device is instantaneous.

Finally, we point out the excellent construction quality and electronic components that characterize P20, making it extremely reliable in the most demanding conditions of use. The manufacturer has carried out series of rigorous drop tests, shock & vibration tests and thermal tests, ensuring it can survive in any kind of road trip in order to guarantee perfect functionality even in extreme conditions of use, such as in touring and rental, 24/7 with zero downtime.

User benefits

• High image quality (4K 60p 4:4:4 10-bit)
• A wide range of connectors, including HDMI 2.0, DP1.2, 12G-SDI and 8 x 10G fiber ports
• Dual switcher / splicer operation mode
• Smooth transitions and displays
• Various control options
• Various backup methods so that events can continue without interruption in the event of problems
• High reliability even in the most demanding use

Areas of use

• Live events (concerts, conferences, live shows...)
• Fixed installations in theaters, conference rooms, convention centers
• TV productions
• Sports events

Technical characteristics

• Switching between switcher mode and splicer mode
• 4K I/O: HDMI 2.0, DP 1.2 and 12G-SDI
• 10G optical fiber ports for copying output
• 3.5 mm dual-channel audio mini-jack (reserved)
• 8 x DP 1.2/HDMI 2.0, 4 x 12G-SDI inputs
• 8 x HDMI 2.0 outputs
• Up to 2 x 4K x 2K @ 60 Hz outputs in switcher mode and output resolution per P20 in splicer mode up to 8K x 4K @ 60 Hz
• AUX outputs allowing auxiliary devices such as teleprompters to be connected
• A dedicated Multiviewer output allowing the PGM & PVW screens and all the connected sources to be monitored from one display
• 2 x Gigabit Ethernet ports used for control and monitoring
• Easy replacement of output connectors with software
• Up to 7 layers (3 x 4K layers + 4 x 2K layers, or 4 x 4K layers)
• Up to 128 presets
• Up to 255 BKGs & logos (512 MB)
• 8 bit / 10 bit / 12 bit video sources accepted
• Free conversion between SDR, HDR10 and HLG
• Advanced DSK capability: chroma key and luma key
• High-performance image deinterlacing
• High-precision output synchronization in splicer mode
• Various transition effects: fade and cut
• Custom test patterns
• Full-link HDCP for safer content transmission
• Device backup, output copying, and input backup to guarantee stability and reliability
• Visualized live monitoring of input and output connector statuses
• 5" graphical LCD on the front panel allowing for a more intuitive user experience
• Exceptionally easy to control via event controller, web GUI, front panel and Stream Deck

Inputs

For an input that contains a DP 1.2 and HDMI 2.0, only one connector can be selected as input at the same time. 

• DP 1.2
  • Max. resolution: 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz / 8192 x 1080 @ 60 Hz
  • Min. resolution: 800 x 600 @ 60 Hz
  • Max. width: 8192 pixels (8192 x 1080 @ 60 Hz)
  • Max. height: 8192 pixels (1080 x 8192 @ 60 Hz)
  • Max. frame rate: 120 Hz
  • EDID management (support for standard resolutions and custom resolutions)
  • HDCP 1.3 compliant
  • Support for accompanying audio
• HDMI 2.0
  • Max. resolution: 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz / 8192 x 1080 @ 60 Hz
  • Min. resolution: 800 x 600 @ 60 Hz
  • Max. width: 8192 pixels (8192 x 1080 @ 60 Hz)
  • Max. height: 8192 pixels (1080 x 8192 @ 60 Hz)
  • Max. frame rate: 120 Hz
  • Support for HDR
  • EDID management (support for standard resolutions and custom resolutions)
  • HDCP 2.2 compliant and downward compatible
  • Support for accompanying audio
• 12G-SDI
  • Support for ST-2082 (12G), ST-2081 (6G), ST-424 (3G), ST-292 (HD)
  • Max. resolution: 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz
  • Max. frame rate: 60 Hz
  • Support for interlaced input signal
  • Support for accompanying audio

Outputs

• HDMI 2.0
  • Max. resolution: 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz/8192 x 1080 @ 60 Hz
  • Min. resolution: 800 x 600 @ 60 Hz
  • Max. width: 8192 pixels (8192 x 1080 @ 60 Hz)
  • Max. height: 8192 pixels (1080 x 8192 @ 60 Hz)
  • Max. frame rate: 120 Hz
  • Support for HDR
  • EDID management (support for standard resolutions and custom resolutions)
  • HDCP 2.2 compliant and downward compatible
  • Support for accompanying audio
• HDMI 1.3
  • Max. resolution: 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz / 2048 x 1080 @ 60 Hz
  • Min. resolution: 800 x 600 @ 60 Hz
  • Max. width: 2048 pixels (2048 x 1080 @ 60 Hz)
  • Max. height: 2048 pixels (1080 x 2048 @ 60 Hz)
  • Max. frame rate: 120 Hz
  • Support for HDR
  • EDID management (support for standard resolutions up to 2048 x 1152 @ 60 Hz and custom resolutions)
  • HDCP 1.4 compliant and downward compatible
  • Support for accompanying audio

OPT

• 10G optical fiber ports
• The OPT ports copy the outputs of HDMI 2.0 connectors
• The transmission distance with SMF is up to 10 km

Audio (Reserved)

• 3.5 mm dual-channel audio jacks (2 x line in and 2 x line out)
• Default audio sample rate: 48 kHz
• Support for 8 bit, 16 bit and 24 bit audio
• The line out ports can output the audio signals from the line in ports for audio testing
• Support for volume adjustment

Multiviewer

• One dedicated HDMI 1.3 connector
• Connect to the Multiviewer display, allowing for live monitoring of all the inputs and outputs from one display
• The output resolution is fixed at 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz

AUX

• HDMI 1.3 connectors
• Connect to au x iliary devices such as teleprompters
• The output resolution is fixed at 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz

Ethernet

• 2 x Gigabit Ethernet ports used for control and monitoring
• One works as primary and the other as backup
• Two Ethernet ports share the same IP address

Genlock

Genlock synchronization signal connectors

• GENLOCK IN: synchronization signal input
• GENLOCK OUT: synchronization signal output for standard genlock signal connectors, up to 10 switchers can be linked

Transition & effects

• Seamless transition from PVW to PGM via Take, Cut or T-bar operation
• Fade IN/OUT supported
• Customizable transition durations  (0.1 to 10 s) 
• Two options for transition between PVW and PGM: Copy and Swap

Layers

• P20 supports up to 7 layers (3 x 4K layers and 4 x 2K layers, or 4 x 4K layers)
• Customizable layer layout

BKG & Logo

• Up to 255 BKGs & LOGOs (512 MB)
• BKG can be either a captured or imported image
• High-definition images can be captured from live inputs and outputs and used as BKG 

Control

• Front panel buttons and 5-inch graphical LCD
• Event controller U5 / U5 Pro
• Event management software PixelFlow
• Web GUI
• Stream Deck

Processing capability

• FPGA-based high-performance image enhancement architecture
• Ultra-low latency, as low as 1 frame in proper configuration
• BT.601, BT.709, BT.2020, DCI-P3 color space processing support
• Free conversion between SDR, HDR10 and HLG
• Advanced DSK capability: chroma key and luma key
• Compatible with HDCP 1.4 and HDCP 2.2

Max. resolutions supported

• HDMI 2.0 DP 1.2
  • 8 bit: RGB 4:4:4 / YCbCr 4:4:4 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz - 8192 x 1080 @ 60 Hz / YCbCr 4:2:2
  • 10 bit: RGB 4:4:4 4096 x 2160 @ 30 Hz - 4096 x 1080 @ 60 Hz / YCbCr 4:4:4 4096 x 2160 @ 30 Hz - 4096 x 1080 @ 60 Hz / YCbCr 4:2:2 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz
  • 12 bit: RGB 4:4:4 4096 x 2160 @ 30 Hz - 4096 x 1080 @ 60 Hz / YCbCr 4:4:4 4096 x 2160 @ 30 Hz - 4096 x 1080 @ 60 Hz / YCbCr 4:2:2 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz
• 12G-SDI
  • 8 bit / 10 bit / 12 bit: YCbCr 4:2:2 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz