r12: Unlock the Full Power of d3's VFC Cards

	d3's VFC cards

d3 Technologies announces that their latest 3G-SDI Video Format Conversion (VFC) cards are now available, completing the trio of cards offering DisplayPort, DVI, and now 3G-SDI output options for the 4x4pro platform. According to the company, d3's VFC output cards are an industry first: No other media server on the market offers the ability to switch between output signal types, or to gracefully transition from HD to 4K.

Enabling users to drive up to 16x1080p outputs as DVI, 3G-SDI, or 4×4K DP1.2 from a single d3 4×4pro system, d3's VFC cards allow the user to deliver large multi-projector shows with fewer machines, no downstream splitters or converters, and practically no signal latency, while always being perfectly in sync.

Some recent shows that have benefited from the power of d3's VFC cards include:

Madison Square Garden by Worldstage -- "The World's Most Famous Arena" is the world's first fixed installation using d3 VFC cards. The system synchronizes projection video, scoreboard video, and lighting and sound, turning MSG into a dynamic environment. Read more at http://plasa.me/b8f07.

United Nation Global Goals by DWP -- The most public face of the campaign was a 10-minute projection mapping on the iconic UN headquarters' buildings in New York City. Three 4x4pro's and 12 VFC cards, along with d3 Designer, supported the dramatic show. See more at http://plasa.me/pupxc.

For more information on VFC cards, see the 4x4pro product page.

d3 r12.1 is now available -- r12.1 unlocks the full potential of d3's VFC cards, giving the user the power needed to deliver their projects quicker, and with less equipment. Notable updates include:
• VFC configuration: R12.1's overhauled feed configuration UI now allows remote configuration of displays. Control EDID emulation, resolution, VFC output formats, and more through a simple, streamlined interface.
• Extended blend modes: d3 now supports an extended set of compositing blend modes, bringing it into line with popular graphics packages such as Adobe Photoshop and Premiere. Burn, dodge, soft light -- now the user can achieve compositing in real time that used to have be rendered in content.
• Sockpuppet enhancements: d3's video module now adds extra controls allowing the user to set internal loop points. During transitions, outgoing video clips now retain their playback and render properties, so the user can get more done with less layers.

Current d3 customers have automatic and immediate access to the r12.1 upgrade.