INTRODUCING NEW PRISM v1.2 PLAYER AND ZERO APPS

Prism Player was introduced in Autumn 2020, as a software application for video previewing, adjusting and encoding for Ai. It has been designed with a modern interface, but with the familiarity that makes it easy to use and now has a fast-growing base of users.

Since its launch, we have been busy upgrading Prism with even more functionality, so now we are very pleased to announce a new version update v1.2 to both Prism Zero as well as an upgrade to the functionality of Prism Player.

What’s new in Prism v1.2 release?

10bit HDR Pipeline. Prism now supports 10 bit colour when using NotchLC codec. This increases the dynamic range of colours available, allowing for a wider range of colour reproduction for brighter and punchier images.

Hardware accelerated support for NotchLC and HAP codecs provides smoother and more reliable playback for high resolution files using industry standard codecs without the need to convert to AiM.

PRISM ZERO PRISM PLAYER

 

Frequently asked questions:

What is PRISM PLAYER?  Avolites standalone application to allow easy previewing of media files as well as preparing them for and converting to the AiM codec.

What is PRISM ZERO?  A standalone application developed by Avolites that expands beyond the feature-set found in Prism Player. On top of providing conversion, previewing and playback of media, Prism Zero also adds Synergy compatibility with Avolites Titan allowing for full layer control, NDI previewing and use of the video output from Prism Zero as a source for the Pixel mapper in Titan.

Is an AVOKey needed to run PRISM applications?  Prism Player runs with any Ai AVOKey License (Demo, Anjuna, Bondi, or Miami) or any valid Editor/Ai Upgrade AVOKey, otherwise a software license will be automatically downloaded with an active internet connection. Prism Zero runs with any Ai AVOKey License (Demo, Anjuna, Bondi, or Miami) or any valid Editor/Ai Upgrade AVOKey.

What about Ai?  Prism Zero is part of Avolites ecosystem approach to lighting and video integration. With Ai being the lead platform for more complex shows or the tool for video specialists. Prism is for every visual designer, no matter their experience level with video.

 

To find out more about PRISM ZERO and PRISM PLAYER scroll down this page.

 

UPGRADED PRISM ZERO v1.2

PRISM ZERO is a standalone application developed by Avolites, that expands beyond the feature-set found in Prism Player. On top of providing conversion, previewing and playback of media, Prism Zero also adds Synergy compatibility with Avolites Titan allowing for full layer control, NDI previewing and use of the video output from Prism Zero as a source for the Pixel mapper in Titan. PRISM ZERO connects directly with all Avolites Titan lighting consoles via NDI connection and is controlled through the Synergy settings in both platforms.

10bit HD:

Increases the colour range for brighter, more dynamic screens.

Hardware accelerated support for NotchLC and HAP codecs:

Improves performance and playback for industry standard codecs

Intuitive Synergy control:

Synergy brings lighting and video together like never before, offering creative programmers a streamlined workflow for all the visual elements on their stage.

As well as real time control over parameters either directly from the UI or remotely by connecting with Synergy. Playback, layer control (such as aspect ratio and colour adjustment), media transfer and pixel mapping
can all be controlled via Synergy for seamless lighting and video integration.

Easy To Use Layer Control

Get real time control over parameters either directly from the UI or remotely by connecting with Synergy.

“Incorporating video into projects can be complex and time consuming. In the current climate, more lighting designers are taking on more responsibilities as production designers, and adding more elements to a show can mean learning a whole new software platform. PRISM ZERO provides the first step into integrating video into designs with a simple user interface and powerful feature set that allows users to start bringing more complex elements to their shows without the need for training.”

Paul Wong
Managing Director, Avolites

One Physical & NewTek NDI Output

Easily connect Prism Zero to external devices such as video walls, projectors and monitors.

Send your playback to other applications that support NDI.

Providing simple integration with other Visual Performance software.

“Prism Zero is the first step in our journey to bring visual designers the tools they need to easily integrate creative video content into their shows. We have created Prism for every designer, no matter their experience level, to easily integrate video into their shows.”

Simone Donadini
Media Team Lead Developer, Avolites

 

UPGRADED PRISM PLAYER v1.2

 

PRISM PLAYER was introduced in Autumn 2020 as a software application for previewing, adjusting and encoding media files for Ai. It has been designed with a modern interface, but with the familiarity that makes it easy to use and has a fast-growing base of loyal users.

Since its launch, we have been busy improving the playback and performance, enabling media to be more easily integrated, previewed, cropped and played back. If you haven’t tried it yet, download PRISM PLAYER today!

Preview all of your media

PRISM PLAYER can support most common clip files including AiM and HAP codecs. Preview all of your media before loading into the server. Create playlists to view your content together and make adjustments and edits.

 

“With PRISM, we wanted to create a set of complementary tools that would help designers start to integrate video into their projects as well as improve the user experience for our current Ai users”

Paul Wong
Managing Director, Avolites

 

 

Encode into the Powerful AiM Codec

AiM is our unique codec designed for high performance settings, capable of powering 16 layers of 4k content without loss of visual quality. Use PRISM PLAYER to encode all of your media clips ready to load into the server with ease.

“For anyone involved in motion graphic production, programming shows or performing on shows with Ai media servers and AiM codec, PRISM PLAYER is an invaluable piece of software which will make everybody’s lives much easier and I couldn’t recommend it highly enough.”

Ed Shaw
Managing Director, NEICO

Prism connects directly with all Avolites Titan lighting consoles via NDI connection and is controlled through the Synergy settings in both platforms.

Visit www.avolites.com/synergy/ to read more information on:

  • Flexible and Reliable Connection
  • Attribute Control Built Around Media
  • Video Multi-View
  • Media Browser
  • Pixel Mapping to Any Group of Fixtures
  • Powerful Layout Tools

 

PRISM future releases

PRISM ZERO and PRISM PLAYER will in the next release natively support NotchLC, a high-quality, GPU powered codec capable of being used for both intermediary and playback. It brings the equivalent of 10-bit accuracy in a scrubbable codec that is extremely fast to encode and decode, with a compression ratio of around 5:1. This will allow designers to preview work designed in Notch without the need for a media server or full Notch software.

 

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