OverDrive Automated Production Control System

Software v6.1 Feature List

Additional CG MOS Integration
OverDrive now integrates with the following CG MOS systems: Avid Deko, VizRT, Chyron Camio*, and Inscriber. Additional CG MOS interfaces will be released later in the year.

Server MOS Integration
OverDrive offers a seamless MOS workflow with the following server systems: Avid ControlAir, Thomson NewsQ Pro/Aurora, BitCentral, and Gallery Sienna. Additional server MOS interfaces will be released later in the year.

sideCar Introduction
sideCar is now released and shipping! This compact control panel is a must for any fast-paced production where OverDrive is automating audio and robotic cameras. A very powerful tool for making on-the-fly changes and managing late-breaking events.

Sticky QuickRecalls
A very powerful feature that allows operators to quickly build and reuse mini-rundowns during a production. Great for fast changes and late-breaking or unscripted events.

Prepared CustomControls
Another powerful feature. Prepared CCs allow the operator to run a CC on the Prepared Shot in the rundown. Great for changing OTS content on-the-fly or for checking CG templates before they are taken to air.

Jump To On-Air
For productions that involve lengthy rundowns, Jump to On-Air allows the operator to quickly get back to the on-air shot.

Multiple Timers
OverDrive now features 6 new user-programmable timers. Great for keeping track of server clip times, shot time elapsed and user-defined count up/down clocks.

Device-based Audio
Device-based audio allows the operator to quickly select device audio channels by just selecting the device being used. This feature really speeds up template building.

Application Licensing
The new Ross licensing system allows us to better manage and support applications and features purchased by OverDrive customers.

Audio Fade
The OverDrive operator now has the ability to set the fade rate on DirectControl, using either the video rate or a user-programmed rate.

Vision Support
OverDrive now integrates with Vision! Please check the device list to make sure the interface your customer requires is supported.

Redundant System Redesign
The OverDrive redundant system has been redesigned to allow for a quicker switch-over from the Primary to the Backup Server. Further work is being done on this architecture to make it even better.

Template Tags*
The operator can now add tags to OverDrive templates, making searching within RundownControl and the ActiveX NRCS plug-in much quicker.

Switcher Store Integration*
OverDrive now integrates directly with the switcher still stores allowing the operator to quickly add material to any shot.

Switch to Server-Class Machines
OverDrive MD-X and Vision systems now ship with HP Proliant server-class machines. Server-class machines offer a higher level of hardware stability and are a better solution for rack mounting.

* Available on upcoming v7 only.