Cortex

Cortex by EVS Broadcast Equipment is a media management solution designed to streamline and optimize media workflows in the broadcast industry. According to the vendor, Cortex offers advanced video editing tools, content management, ingest, logging, and collaboration features to help production teams efficiently manage and repurpose their media assets. It is positioned as an end-to-end live production asset management solution that aims to facilitate quick content turnaround within any production environment. The product targets small to large companies in the media and broadcasting industry, including broadcasters, media production companies, sports production centers, newsrooms, entertainment industry, live event production companies, House of Worship organizations, and corporate event production teams.

Live Video Production Solutions: Cortex offers live video production solutions that the vendor claims allow users to deliver compelling live stories in real-time. Users can reportedly create, manage, and distribute live sports images, entertainment shows, and breaking news content. The solution is said to enable users to deliver high-quality live productions from anywhere, providing flexibility and agility.

Live Replay and Highlights System: Cortex includes a live replay and highlights system called LSM-VIA. According to the vendor, LSM-VIA allows users to streamline all their live slow-motion replay operations for compelling storytelling. The system is said to provide fast and powerful multi-purpose playback, slow-motion replays, and highlights tools. Users can supposedly create engaging stories with advanced functionalities such as playlist management and media management.

Live Production Server: Cortex offers a live production server called XT-VIA. The vendor claims that XT-VIA is a next-generation live production server that transforms live action into memorable stories. The server is said to provide high-performance and reliability for live productions, enabling users to capture, replay, and edit content in real-time. XT-VIA is said to offer advanced features such as multi-camera ingest, instant replay, and on-the-fly editing capabilities.

Broadcast Control and Monitoring System: Cortex includes a broadcast control and monitoring system called Cerebrum. According to the vendor, Cerebrum allows users to easily control, configure, and monitor their workflows in any production environment. The system is claimed to provide a centralized control interface for managing complex broadcast operations. Users can supposedly automate and streamline their workflows, ensuring efficient and error-free operations.

Network Attached Processor: Cortex features a network-attached processor called Neuron. According to the vendor, Neuron acts as the "modular glue" for all audio and video processing requirements in IP infrastructures. The processor is said to provide powerful and flexible processing capabilities for IP-based workflows. Users can reportedly manage and process audio and video signals, ensuring high-quality output.

Web-Based Asset Management: Cortex offers a web-based asset management system called IPD-VIA. According to the vendor, IPD-VIA allows users to access, manage, edit, and share all their live production assets from anywhere. The system is claimed to provide a centralized platform for efficient asset management and collaboration. Users can supposedly search, browse, and organize their assets, ensuring easy access and streamlined workflows.

IP and SDI Routing Solution: Cortex provides a turnkey SDI/IP routing solution compatible with all legacy equipment. According to the vendor, it offers foundations for a smooth transition to IP and supports all industry formats including HDR, FHD, UHD, and Supermotion. The solution is said to provide hybrid SDI/IP connectivity for flexible I/O configurations.

Content Management for Live Productions: Cortex offers a complete end-to-end live production asset management solution. According to the vendor, it allows quick content turnaround within any production environment and leverages industry-leading live production servers for content ingestion. Cortex integrates with media workflow management tools and storage systems to provide efficient content management.

Unified Live Production: Cortex brings together all the toolsets of a live production into a single solution. According to the vendor, it offers a simple and intuitive interface for easy control of live operations, supports multiple formats, and provides essential functionalities of a powerful live production server. The solution reportedly offers flexible connectivity options for seamless integration with existing workflows.

Multi-Device Control: Cortex allows users to customize panels for streamlined live operations. According to the vendor, it enables control and monitoring of multiple devices from lighting to video processing to switching. The solution provides intuitive interfaces for fast and efficient control and is scalable to adapt to any production requirement.