Analog Way Aquilon RS6

The Analog Way Aquilon RS6 sets the standard as a vital 4K/8K/16K multi-screen presentation system and videowall processor.

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The Analog Way Aquilon RS6 is a cutting-edge video processor designed for seamless integration in high-end AV setups. Featuring powerful 4K processing capabilities, this device ensures crystal-clear image quality with stunning precision and detail. Its advanced scaling technology allows for flawless transitions between various resolutions and formats, making it ideal for complex presentations and live events. The Aquilon RS6 offers extensive connectivity options, including HDMI, DisplayPort, and 12G-SDI, catering to a wide range of professional equipment. With its user-friendly interface and intuitive control options, setup and operation are streamlined and efficient. The processor’s robust multi-screen management features enable sophisticated layouts and synchronized visuals across multiple displays. Its real-time performance guarantees minimal latency and consistent reliability during critical moments. Built with durability in mind, the Aquilon RS6 is engineered to withstand the demands of live environments.

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32 seamless 4K60p inputs via 6 pre-installed input connector cards:	16x HDMI 2.0 (18 Gbps bandwidth allowing up to 4K60p 8-bit 4:4:4 or up to 4K60p 12-bit 4:2:2 or up to 4K30p 12-bit 4:4:4) 8x DisplayPort 1.2 (21.6Gbps bandwidth allowing up to 4K60p 10-bit 4:4:4 or up to 4K60p 12-bit 4:2:2) 8x 12G-SDI (up to 4K60p 10-bit 4:2:2) - also compatible with 3G-SDI and 6G-SDI (SDI input cards can be optionally replaced by 4x 12G-SDI + 1x 2.5GbE NDI-enabled port - ref. OPT-AQL-IN-IP-SDI) All input connector cards can be field-replaced to accommodate a variety of connectivity arrangements Field swappable input connector cards available separately Supports 4K60p input as single, double or quad plugs (incl. 4x 3G‑SDI 2SI) Supports input formats such as 8192×1080@60p (aka “8k x 1k”) on a single connector Connector status LEDs for easy troubleshooting
Native Dante Audio Networking	Audio de-embedding/embedding on every input & output (raw audio) De-embedded audio channels can be routed directly to the Dante™ network using onboard Dante™ card Audio channels from external Dante™ audio processor can be re-embedded for sending to display, streaming or recording device 64x64 Dante™ channels @48 kHz or 32x32 Dante™ channels @96 kHz Dual redundancy Ethernet ports - AES67 support
Flexible Screens and Layers Management	Outputs configurable as single screens or edge-blended widescreens Up to 20x Dual/2K60p program outputs or up to 16x 4K60p program outputs cloneable to any other unused outputs Flexible layer management: various content sizes (2K, 4K, …), Region Captive PiPs for resource optimization, screens without layers (background only) Flexible layer management: each screen gets dedicated layers of various sizes (2K, 4K …) using common-pool layer resources Any unused output configurable as a scaled auxiliary 4K60p output to display any input, screen (1:1 or scaled) or inboard clocks, timers and countdowns Ability to create resizable layers on auxiliary outputs without using processing resources (adjacent outputs can be used to increase the number of available layers) 500 master memories, 1000 screen memories and 50 layer memories 3 possible startup configurations: blank, last known state or selected Master Memory
Up to 16x 4K Mixing Layers	Supports mixing layers (true seamless transitions) and split layers (cut transitions) Up to 16x 4K or 32x Dual/2K mixing layers (32x 4K or 64x Dual/2K split layers) depending on screens setup Layer source can be a live input, a still image, a screen PGM (for split layers only) or any of the inboard clocks, countdown and timers Each output has an unscaled background mixer supporting seamless transitions Background source can be still image or live source
Ultra-low Latency 10 and 12-bit Processing	Based on Analog Way exclusive 5th generation scaling engine Extremely low latency, as low as 1 frame in proper configuration Up to 160 Megapixels throughput at 10 bits 4:4:4 @60Hz on Program, without restricting Preview or Multiviewer Real-time SDR/HDR10/HLG conversion and color correction based on 3D-LUTs High-end input keying algorithms: Luma-Key, Chroma-Key and 3D LUT based CremaTTe 3D (requires AW CremaTTe 3D software available on the website), Cut and Fill Advanced motion compensation deinterlacing BT.601; BT.709; BT.2020 color spaces Compatible with HDCP 1.4. and HDCP 2.2
Creative Display Configurations	Supports any combination of single-screen or widescreen applications Ability to place the program outputs anywhere on an almost limitless video canvas space for special LED wall applications Compatible with Analog Way DPH104 video processor: easily convert one 4K DP 1.2 output to four independent full HD outputs (requires a DP 1.2 output card) Custom output formats for non-standard display applications Independent resolution and rate on all outputs Rotation capability in increments of 90° Area of Interest option to customize active areas of outputs Advanced pixel pitch management & bezel compensation
Expandability Option	Supports any combination of up to 4 interconnected LivePremier devices Composed of a specific internal link card and a QSFP+ interface card installed in the lowest slot of each device Ability to add the outputs to a device in a single mode by replacing the QSFP connector card by any output card
Advanced Video Effects	True A/B Mix Misc. layer border effects/colors and separate shadow Transitions: Cut, Fade, Slide, Wipe, Circle, Stretch, Depth, Flying layer movement with programmable paths Layer effects: Transparency, H&V Flip, Cut and Fill Colors effects: B&W, Negative, Sepia and Solarize
24 Concurrent 4K Still Images	24x 4K or 48x 2K concurrent still images - fully resizable Still images support alpha-channel Still image library with 100 memories Multi-file download/upload via Web RCS Capture from live inputs, outputs and multiviewers
Simple Setup and Advanced Control	Web RCS: embedded intuitive drag and drop HTML5-based interface, with live video thumbnails, multi operator real-time collaboration and password protection RC400T: powerful event controller AW VideoCompositor: Premium drag & drop Crestron® GUI Shot Box²/Control Box³: Cost effective control solutions Simple REST API and advanced TCP protocol based on JSON Crestron and AMX drivers Q-SYS control plugin
Other Features	Highly ruggedized chassis with cleanable air filter Swappable redundant power supplies (2+1) Quiet: 51dB average noise at 1m when ambient temperature is less than 25°C/77°F Dedicated BNC with loop out for Framelock, blackburst and tri-level sync EDID management on every input and output Backup and restore functions Tally/GPI-O Fully functional simulator for offline configuration and practice Expansion via simple linking possible (future hardware upgrade)