Video Switchers
FOR-A MixBoard

Software-based for composing unlimited layers

The FOR-A MixBoard is designed to meet the evolving needs of modern broadcast and live production environments, allowing users to create complex compositions and transitions with just a few clicks.

Input types can be mixed and matched between SDI, NDI®, media, live streams and innovative inputs, allowing the creation and quick recall of complex projects with dynamic layouts and effects. With support for a range of video inputs including SDI, NDI, and SRT, it offers flexibility for hybrid production setups.

Advanced DVE capabilities enable complex transitions and effects, while customizable shaders offer unique visual effects and color correction options. A built-in multi-viewer composition tool allows operators to create custom layouts for monitoring multiple sources simultaneously.

Lineup

  • Full version: 16 video inputs and 4 independent outputs
  • Light version: 8 video inputs and 2 independent outputs

Video Inputs

Input types can be mixed and matched between SDI, NDI, media, live streams and innovative inputs, allowing the creation and quick recall of complex projects with dynamic layouts and effects.

Key innovations of the MixBoard include new video input types such as the Media Engine for seamless playout of video clips and graphics, and the Composer for creating complex layouts and transitions. The Video Input Switcher enhances source management, providing greater control and flexibility during live productions.
 

  • SDI (AJA, Bluefish444, BMD DeckLink)
  • NDI
  • Chromium (internet, YouTube, streams)
  • libVLC (streams, media, SRT)
  • SharedFrame - connection to other platforms using shaderFrame by ClassX
  • Spout - connection to other platforms using Spout
  • ColorBars (placeholder with audio and animation)
  • Dummy - animated background generator
  • Mediaengine - media playout and media playlist
  • Special input → COMPOSITOR
  • Special input → MIXCOMPOSITOR

Video Outputs

The 4 (or 2) independent outputs all bear the same high quality output and can be used flexibly to stream out the PGM, a Multiview and/or additional channels for LED walls etc.

MixBoard can play out every channel in SDI Fill + Key, if needed. This option can be independently set up on the different output channels in the Preferences panel. Of course, transparency can also played out with NDI.

GUI

The GUI of MixBoard has been created for offering a completely innovative way of working. The former hardware limitations and complications of video switchers are overcome by the flexibility of the software approach to mixing video inputs.
 

THE COMPOSITOR: Create custom Multiviews and PIP positions

  • Create and save complex layouts with unlimited layers
  • Interpolate between Video Input positions
  • Easily switch layouts with a click
  • Add animated texts, shapes, and images
  • Control surface for easy recall and management


  

THE MIXCOMPOSITOR: Enhance production capabilities with advanced switching

  • Switch between 16 (or 8) available Video Inputs
  • Inherits features from ClassX VIS plugin
  • Logical, ready-to-use controls appear on GUI
  • Advanced 3D effect switching for Video Inputs in Multi-PIP Composition

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