In a significant advancement for live show production and IP workflow management, Magewell and Central Control have announced a pivotal update to Central Control’s application, incorporating integrated support for two of Magewell’s renowned solutions.
The latest version, Central Control 4, now includes dedicated modules for Magewell’s Director Mini and Pro Convert decoders, enhancing control and automation capabilities for users.
Showcasing at NAB Show 2024
The integration will be demonstrated prominently at the 2024 NAB Show, set to take place from April 14-17 in Las Vegas. Attendees can experience the new features at Magewell’s booth (C6816) through Director Mini demonstrations. Additionally, Central Control will be featured at the X-Keys booth (SL8118), showcasing its wide applicability across various control surfaces and protocols.
Central Control 4: Bridging Devices and Protocols
Central Control 4 stands out as a comprehensive live show control and automation application, designed to connect a diverse range of production devices and control surfaces. It supports over 50 surfaces and protocols, including X-Keys, Elgato Stream Deck, and MIDI controllers. The application facilitates seamless integration across video mixers, graphics systems, lighting consoles, PTZ cameras, media servers, and more.
Enhanced Functionality with New Modules
The Director Mini module introduces functionalities like scene switching, graphics triggering, and audio control, including VU meters and scribble strips, notably when paired with a Behringer X-Touch control surface. The Pro Convert module simplifies the selection of source video streams, enhancing workflow efficiency.
About Magewell’s Director Mini and Pro Convert Decoders
The Director Mini offers a comprehensive solution for portable production and streaming, combining multi-input switching, graphics, streaming, recording, and monitoring into a single compact device. It promotes the production of engaging multi-camera content through an intuitive interface and mobile app.
Pro Convert decoders are designed to convert live IP media streams into high-quality HDMI or SDI outputs. They support a wide array of streaming protocols and formats, including H.264, H.265, SRT, RTMP, RTSP, HLS, and various NDI® formats, facilitating connection to production gear and display devices.
Executives’ Perspectives
Nick Ma, CEO and CTO of Magewell, expressed enthusiasm about the integration, highlighting the extended control and automation possibilities for their solutions. Joe de Max, Director at Central Control, emphasized the value of the integration in responding to customer demands and enhancing the ecosystem with Magewell’s innovative solutions.
Magewell: Innovating Video I/O and IP Workflow Solutions
Magewell is renowned for developing high-performance video I/O and IP workflow solutions that efficiently bridge signals, software, streams, and screens. Their products are favored for their simplicity, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, serving a wide range of applications from live streaming and event production to video conferencing and remote learning.
News source: https://www.magewell.com/
