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Whether you’re editing a program or conducting a live broadcast, the MX-4 family of
digital video mixers from Focus Enhancements makes it easy to get your production on
screen. Switch seamlessly between video sources and blend digital and analog content
with graphics—on the fly.
MX-4 Digital Video Mixers
With real-time 10-bit (4:2:2) video processing and high-quality input comb-filter circuitry,
MX-4 mixers yield superior digital and analog images without any degradation in quality.
Enhanced synchronized audio mixing capabilities include onscreen slider controls that
make it easy to adjust volume and level meters. Complete with dual field time base correc-
tion, MX-4 digital video mixers raise audio and video quality to a whole new level.
Models
MX-4 Digital Video Mixer
The MX-4 Digital Video Mixer is an eight-input (four composite and four S-video), four-
channel mixer that provides seamless video switching, enhanced synchronized audio mix-
ing, internal graphics storage, and Ethernet-based connectivity. With more than 700 transi-
tions—and the ability to import 50 background and foreground graphics to create beautiful
four-layer effects—the MX-4 unleashes your creativity. In addition to a switcher, the MX-4
includes a frame synchronizer, TBC, and manual video adjustments.
• 10-bit 4:2:2 video processing with superior input comb-filter circuitry
• Single and multiple picture-in-picture and movable mosaic mask
• Four-source preview
• Input effects, including chroma key, picture flip, strobe, mosaic, and more
• Dual-monitor mode (allows the preview screen to stay constant)
• User-defined menu for storing 30 of your favorite transitions
• Macro key storage with multiple configurations
• Eight gradients
• Color bar generator
MX-4 DV Digital Video Mixer
A comprehensive production tool with unprecedented benefits, the MX-4 DV Digital Video
Mixer incorporates all the functionality found in the MX-4, and it also enables you to switch
between 12 video sources (four S-video, four composite, and four DV) and includes four
digital inputs and one digital output.
• Complete MX-4 functionality
• Four DV inputs, one DV output
• Embedded DV audio support
Applications
Business and Classroom Presentations
General Video Switching
House of Worship
Internet Productions
Linear Editing
Live Productions
Sporting Events
Weather Chroma Key
MX-4 Digital Video Mixer

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Technical Specifications
Support
When you purchase video production
solutions from Focus Enhancements, you
not only receive reliable products that
deliver superior performance every day,
you also receive unconditional service
and support from a team of seasoned vid-
eo professionals. All products are backed
by comprehensive warranties and op-
tional support contracts that cover instal-
lation, training, 24/7 phone support, and
priority parts replacement.
Consultation
With extensive experience in designing,
configuring, and integrating video pro-
duction solutions for leading companies
around the world, the Focus team can
help you select the right products for your
business. If you have special require-
ments, solution consultation and custom
configuration services are available.
MODEL MX-4 MX-4 DV
Digital Video Mixer Digital Video Mixer
Video Inputs 4 x S-video (4-pin DIN)
4 x composite (RCA)
4 x S-video (4-pin DIN)
4 x composite (RCA)
4 x IEEE-1394 (6-pin*)
Video Main Outputs 2 x S-video (4-pin DIN)
2 x composite (RCA)
2 x S-video (4-pin DIN)
2 x composite (RCA)
1 x IEEE-1394 (6-pin*)
Video Preview Outputs 1 x composite (RCA) 1 x composite (RCA)
Broadcast Standards NTSC (PAL version available) NTSC (PAL version available)
Audio Inputs 4 x 2 (left and right) (RCA) 4 x 2 (left and right) (RCA)
4 x IEEE-1394 (6-pin*); embed-
ded DV audio
Audio Outputs 2 x 2 (left and right) (RCA) 2 x 2 (left and right) (RCA)
1 x IEEE-1394 (6-pin*); embed-
ded DV audio
Headphone 1 x stereo minijack 1 x stereo minijack
GPI Minijack Minijack
Network Interface 10/100BASE-T 10/100BASE-T
Digital Conversion 13.5 MHz, 4:2:2, 10-bit 13.5 MHz, 4:2:2, 10-bit
Digital 2-Channel Audio — 16-bit, 48 kHz
Digital 4-Channel Audio — 12-bit, 32 kHz
* Power is not passed via the MX-4 DV IEEE-1394 connectors.
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