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Barco PDS901 3G available for Hire

14/08/2013 by petermccrea

Additional Investment in Barco PDS Series Switchers

Production av is now stocking the Barco PDS901 3G Switcher. Designed to complement our existing stock or Barco Image Processing (ScreenPRO II and ImagePRO II Dual) we have invested into the PDS Series of switchers.

Seamless switcher with digital Input and Output

The PDS901 3G offers 9 inputs:

4 Universal Analog connections on VGA Connectors
4 Digital DVI-I inputs with full HDCP Support
1 3G/HD/SD SDI input

Outputs are on both Analog and DVI signal paths simultaneously, as well as offering a 3G/HD/SD SDI output that supports Barco Link technology, ideal for use with the Barco HDX-W20 Flex projectors. BarcoLink allows transmission of WUXGA Signals (1920×1200 @ 50/59.9/60Hz) over a single Coaxial cable up to 100m. This can dramatically simplify set up on site, and reduce cost, as fibre systems are no longer required.

Easy setup and Operation

The PDS is easy to set up, with test patterns for the optimisation of the display device, Logo stores for often used holding slides, and a built in webserver that enables remote control of the unit, including switching. The PDS series can also integrate into ScreenPRO II controlled systems acting as an auxiliary switcher for destinations such as stage relay monitors.

Available to Hire now

We have the PDS 901 3G available to hire now, alongside the Barco HDX Series projectors, ScreenPRO II and ImagePRO II Dual hardware as well as supporting hardware such as HD-SDI BNC cabling, TFT monitors and input sources.

PDS901 3G – £200 per Day, £600 per Week (ex VAT)

Please contact us for a specific quote relating to your requirements.

Barco Image ProII Dual Available for Hire

07/02/2013 by petermccrea

Barco Image ProII Dual Available for Hire

Production AV is continuing to invest in high end image processing from world leaders Barco, in the form of the Image ProII Dual image processor. Added to rental stock now, the processing power of the Image ProII is being utilised at Mobile World, so will see hire availability from early March.

All in One Video Scaler, Scan Convertor and Switcher

The Image ProII offers input compatibility from Composite Video through to 3G HD SDI. The back panel has Universal Analog, DVI-I, HDMI, Display Port and SDI Connections, enabling ‘Anything in – Anything Out’. Loop through connections give flexibility in integrating into systems, and Genlock input allows for accurate sync with other broadcast equipment. 5th generation Athena Processing gives class leading image quality and manipulation.

Dual Option Board

Production AV has specified the Dual Option for the Image ProII, adding a second Athena Scaler. This enables 1 input resolution to be scaled to two separate output resolutions, further enhancing the units flexibility.

The Image ProII Dual also seamlessly integrates with our existing Barco Screen Pro II stock giving further flexibility in routing and processing signals in multi output systems.

Hire from Production AV

The Image ProII is available to hire from early March. Pricing is:

Image ProII £300/day £900 Week
Image ProII Dual £350/Day £1050 Week

PLease contact us on 01452 37 27 28 or Local Rate 0845 37 00 24 to arrange a quotation or to book your hire.

Greenbelt Festival 2010

08/09/2010 by petermccrea

The second August bank holiday weekend saw Greenbelt Festival 2010 staged at Cheltenham Racecourse once again. Working as the appointed video contractor, Production AV supplied a range of venues from simple desktop projectors, through to a full HD projection for a pre-release screening of Africa United by Pathe Fims. We also provided the Main Stage LED Screen solution for over 10,000 people to view all the action. Production AV took care of it with our usual professional approach, attention to detail and meticulous planning, all combined with well prepared equipment ensuring that the delivery on-site was on schedule and met the client’s requirements.

We utilised our experience in fibre optic and copper DVI transmission, as well as minimum latency processing to provide solutions that got the best from all the content, and where appropriate made the systems easy to use and manage. Production AV supplied 19 venues throughout the weekend, with technical cover to ensure the smooth running of the programme where necessary, as well as an on-call support service to the un-crewed venues where technical support wasn’t required on a full time basis.

It was a pleasure to work with the festival management team and we hope to be working together again next year.

Production AV can provide video solutions for your next festival … contact us to discuss your plans …

17″ Apple Macbook Pro now available for Hire.

05/03/2010 by petermccrea

Production:av is now able to offer Apple Macbook Pro’s 17″ for hire with immediate effect. The Macbook Pro comes with the Following specification:

2.8GHz Processor
4 GB Ram
500GB HDD
1920×1200 native resolution on NVIDIA GeForce 9400M Graphics Card
2560 x 1600 on NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT Graphics Card
USB2.0, Firewire 800, Express 34, Gigabit Network, Audio Ports
Mini Display Port (Adaptors to VGA and DVI Supplied)

specs_display_17_20090608 — Now availalbe for hire from Production:av Ltd is the 17" Macbook Pro.

The Macbook Pro’s come loaded with the following Software:

Apple OSX 10.6
Keynote 09
Final Cut Studio
Windows 7 on VMWare Fusion
Powerpoint
Microsoft Office

The Macbook Pro is perfect for delivering HD to our HD screens and switching systems. Coupled with the Matrox MXO2 LE it is ideal for capturing Full HD content from our AV-HS400 vision mixer, and editing it with the content from the Sony PMW-EX3 cameras.

Hire Prices:

£200/Day
£600/Week

Contact our hire desk for a specific quote on 0845 37 000 24, or [email protected]

Sony PMW-EX3 Full HD Camera available for Hire

18/02/2010 by petermccrea

Immediately available for hire, Production:av have added the Sony PMW-EX3 Full HD camera to it’s hire stock. Hire charges are £160 per day. Accessories available include Memory sticks, Tripods and microphone kits.

The EX3 has a range of multiple features that make it ideal for a range of purposes such as live event capture, IMAG and film creation. The EX3 boasts an impressive feature set including:

HD/SD SDI Output
Recording to removable media cards, with the ability to span across the two media slots,
Interchangeable Lenses with 1/2″ and 1/3″ options
Genlock and Timecode I/O
Large Viewfinder/LCD monitor
Monitor Video Output
Full HD and SD recording modes
Full Manual Control over all settings
Audio input on XLR

The EX3 is ideal for use as either a shoulder mounted camera, handheld or mounted on our Manfrotto Tripods.

As Standard our Hire Kits include:

Sony PMW-EX3 Camera,
Standard Lens,
2 batteries and charger,
Zoom Demand
2 x 32GB SDHC Memory Cards in Express 34 Adaptors

Contact our hire department for a specific quotation either by email, or telephone on local rate 0845 37 000 24

Panasonic AV-HS400 Available for Hire

16/02/2010 by petermccrea

Available immediately, Production:av has added the Panasonic AV-HS400 HD Vision Mixer to it’s hire stock. List Price per day is £400 per day ex VAT. This includes a Panasonic Broadcast 17″ monitor for the Multiview output.

The AV-HS400 is a native HD-SDI vision mixer, capable of working at either HD or SD levels. As standard 4 HD/SD-SDI inputs (with a built in Loop Out) are provided, with 2 PGM outputs, and a further assignable output. The mixer automatically generates a Multiview Output, reducing the number of monitors required on site.

Additional boards are available to enable the vision mixer to accept component and computer sources, with the ability to upscale these inputs to HD resolutions. There are also options to provide downscaled outputs.

The AV-HS400 also sits alongside our Barco HD projection and Switching equipment, which when combined with our Sony PMW-EX3 Cameras allows for an end to end Full HD work flow.

Contact our Hire department for a quote either by email or local rate telephone on 0845 37 000 24.

AXA Insurance Awards

04/02/2010 by petermccrea

With prize giving for their best achieving salesperson to their tongue in cheek take on the X-Factor, aptly named The AXA Factor, the AXA Awards was a fun and light hearted review of the year – a chance for the team at AXA to let their hair down and enjoy themselves for the evening.

However, this approach was certainly not taken from our perspective. Providing the full production, from set to sound it was imperative every detail was taken care of for such an esteemed client.

Production:av was pleased to continue our great relationship with marketing communications agency Dair* to achieve this event.

Our high definition projection provided an excellent backdrop for the presentations and our d&b Audiotechnik system with digital control was employed ensuring the audio was discreet, tidy and to the highest standard. The set design was carried out in house. White PVC was chosen in order for pixel lines and moving heads to be used to colour the set, which gave fantastic results.

The Live Events co-ordinator at Dair* commented:

Both the AXA events team and the key event stakeholders mentioned what a great team we had on site, polite, helpful, professional, ready to help being just a few of the words used.

The event was a success from start to finish with everybody being exceptionally pleased with all aspects of the show. We look forward to operating on future events with this client.

Keswick Convention 2009

10/09/2009 by petermccrea

2009 saw the Keswick Convention, running since 1875, held at the heart of the lake district within the convention centre in Keswick Cumbria. Working directly for the convention, Production:av was tasked with lifting the standards of the main screens and switching systems that are utilised for the three duration of the event.

Previous the convention has employed a system that has grown with the convention as AV technology has emerged. This had served it’s purpose well, but it was felt that to keep with the expectations of a modern conference go-ers, improvements could be made.

The key aim was to ensure that the main screens flanking the side of the stage could be seen in all light conditions. The convention utilise their own large marquee that is erected on site every year. Being manufactured from a white material, it lets high levels of ambient light into the venue during the day time sessions.

To combat this Production:av approached the problem from two angles – the projection, secondly the signal aspects.

Firstly high brightness 10,000 lumen projectors were supplied in the form of Barco CLM R10+ projectors, flown from the lighting truss firing onto 8’x6′ front projection screens.

Secondliy a digital signal path was employed from many of the sources through the supplied Barco Screen Pro II switcher and fed via fibre onto the projectors as a DVI signal. This meant that there were no losses within the signal path, and a minimum of processing. A mix of the cameras was provided by Cutting Edge Uk as an SD SDI feed, which was then keyed over with song words from a PC, at the native DVI Resolution. Production:av also supplied a technician to provide support and operation during the event as well as crew to rig and de-rig.

The event was a success, with the only complaints being that the screens were too bright!

Morgan Centenary Gala Dinner

03/09/2009 by petermccrea

2009 sees the 100th Anniversary of the Morgan Motor company, based in Malvern Link. Having produced classic motorcars for the past 100 years, it was felt that an event should be held to mark the occasion. Over the weekend of the 31st of july to 2nd of August, a series of events were held at Cheltenham racecourse to mark the Centenary.

Production:av was appointed as live video supplier for the Morgan Centenary Gala Dinner at the Centaur, part of the Cheltenham Racecourse complex. Working on behalf of show producer, Richard Tierney, Production:av specified a full high-definition projection system to showcase video content and live camera feeds. We installed two 16’x9′ projections screens in a V-formation above the stage to ensure adequate sightlines for the audience. This was a key requirement, with the main show opener using video content coupled with a Morgan sportscar driving on to the stage amidst flashes of pyrotechnics.

Using our recent investment in additional Barco CLM-HD8 projectors, a pair of projectors for each screen provided HD images showcasing full HD camera work and video content with a bright and vivid 16,000 lumens per screen. Live cameras were directed by Production:av, switched via a Panasonic AV-HS400 mixer and fed to the Barco Screen Pro II switcher where VT playins and on site edits from Final Cut Edit Machines were also switched, before going to the screens as DVI signals over Fibre Optic.

The client was blown away with the results of using an HD video system helping to make this a memorable event for all involved and with an interest in Morgan Sportscars (1909-2009).

Production:av were pleased to work on behalf of Event and Management Services on this event.

Do call us to discuss using high-definition video presentations for your next event – 0845 3700024.

Screen Pro II Controller now in Hire Stock

23/06/2009 by petermccrea

Production;av are proud to offer the Barco Screen Pro II controller for hire.

The controller enables the easy control and set up of multiple presets for easy recall during live events. Giving access to 6 Presets on 6 pages, along side toggle bar for easy and controlled switching between the presets or individual looks made up on the fly. The controller also gives full access to all set up features and menus of the screen Pro II or other switchers from Barco such as the Presentation Pro II, enabling their use as Auxillary Destinations.

The Controller is available for hire immediately.

Hire Rates:

£150 Per Day
£350 Per Week
All Prices exclude VAT. Please speak to us if you have specific requirements.

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