General

Event Master devices are the most advanced video processing and presentation control systems on the market today. These systems provide source selection, advanced windowing features, seamless switching, video effects and integrated control for professional video presentations. Thanks to their modular and scalable architecture, Event Master devices can support a wide variety of show configurations.

The Event Master series products are the following:

• E2, 4K screen management system (Event Master processor).
• E2 Jr., 4K screen management system (Event Master processor).
• E2 Gen 2, 4K screen management system (Event Master Gen 2 processor).
• EX, expansion box (Event Master processor).
• S3–4K , compact 4K screen management system (Event Master processor).
• S3–4K Jr., compact 4K screen management system (Event Master processor).
• EC-30, compact Event Master controller.
• EC-50, compact Event Master controller.
• EC-200, large Event Master controller. (EoL 2018.)
• EC-210, large Event Master controller. (This is an internal controller upgrade, with minor connector and button changes.)

About E2

E2 is a modular, scalable digital video processor, designed to manage multiple display destinations and large video walls. The E2 screen management system provides superior image quality and an exceptional input and output density, within a single 4RU rack mount chassis. Supporting native 4K I/O cards, it is the first and only screen management system on the market that can manage a 4K projector blend with refresh rates up to 60Hz. A truly versatile system, it offers up to 32 inputs and 14 outputs (up-to eight PGM, Multiviewer, and four scaled Aux outputs) for full show control. Multiple E2 units can be linked in order to achieve a combination of Layer, Canvas, Input and Output expansion. The control interface is performed through a GUI application running Windows, Linux* or Mac platforms. E2 covers multiple markets including Rental & Staging, Corporate AV, Simulation, Control Rooms and Broadcast.

Thanks to its modular design, users can also simply add a new input or output card to support future signal interfaces. This modularity also ensures field serviceability, as users can easily swap a specific input or output card in the case of damage or failures, without needing to ship or replace the entire box.

About E2 Gen 2

With up to 40 inputs and 18 outputs, the E2 Gen 2 processor provides full screen control. The E2 Gen 2 offers 16 4K inputs and 8 4K outputs enabling impressive pixel processing power with increased processing speed. Whether native or scaled inputs, single cable 4K60p, two connectors or four, this HDCP-compliant system manages it all. Thanks to its linkable chassis, it can easily expand beyond the capabilities of a single box without the need for additional external processing and matrix routing to distribute the signals.

Presets are stored on the chassis, which enables easy control via third-party systems. Multiple users can control the system simultaneously, and the API allows third-party developers to create custom control programs and interfaces. Thanks to its modular design, users can simply add new input or output cards to support future signal interfaces.

The rugged E2 Gen 2 is easy to ship and install, and thanks to its modularity and the improved dual redundant power supplies, the E2 Gen 2 is extremely reliable and easy to service in the field.

About E2 Jr.

The E2 Jr. comes with 16 inputs, 8 outputs, and 8 mixers (or 16 single layers) in the same 4-RU form factor as its bigger brother, E2. It offers the same performance and features as the E2 offers, but it is ideally suited for applications that require more capacity than the compact S3–4K but do not require the full capacity of the E2.

E2 Jr. can use the same modular cards as E2 uses, and thanks to its modular design, the E2 Jr. can be upgraded to a fully loaded E2 system at any time.

About EX

When linked to the Event Master system (E2 or S3–4K) it acts as an input and/or output expansion box to increase the capacities available to the system. Via the link cable, a fiber extension can be used to extend the distance between the EX and the E2 or S3 processor. EX allows the user to place the unit close to a large concentration of sources or outputs (for example, on a stage with demo computers) and use a single cable to deliver the signals to and from the main processor. EX helps reduce the cost in terms of equipment and labor hours required to set up an event.

The Ex can also be used as a stand-alone unit to scale, switch, and convert video signals to multiple displays. As a stand-alone unit it can be thought of as a 4x4 scaling matrix.

EX can use the same modular cards as E2 uses.

About S3-4K

Featuring 12 input channels, 4 PROGRAM outputs, 4 AUX outputs and 2 dedicated Multiviewer outputs, the S3–4K screen management system is a compact version of the E2. Smaller (only 3RU rack mount chassis), its operation is similar to that the E2, and it is operated in the same manner.

S3 and E2 use the same modular cards.

About S3-4K Jr.

The S3-4K Jr comes with 8 inputs, 4 outputs, and 2 mixers in the same 3 RU form factor as its bigger brother, the S3-4K. It offers the same performance and features as the S3–4K offers, but it is ideally suited for applications that do not require the full capacity of the S3–4K.

S3–4K Jr. can use the same modular cards as E2 uses, and you can upgrade the S3-4K Jr. to a fully loaded S3-4K system at any time; simply purchase and install additional cards into your system.

About EC-30

The EC-30—the most compact version of the EC-series Event Master controllers—provides instant access to the most crucial features for everything from a tradeshow booth to a large corporate event, even a music tour. The EC-30 offers a compact surface, simplified workflow, and fingertip control where budget and space are the deciding factors. As an extension of the Event Master toolset, the EC-30 gives you essential selections for sources, presets, layers, and destinations. As a USB peripheral added to your existing Event Master control computer, the EC-30 is the most cost effective and compact alternative to a full sized controller.

About EC-50

The Event Master EC-50 event controller delivers instant access and great situational awareness for everything from trade show booths to large corporate events and even music tours. Its small footprint makes it suitable for most control environments, while simultaneously packing all the power and durability needed for instant access to crucial functions. As an extension of the Event Master toolset and the EC-200/EC-210, the EC-50 brings sources, presets, layers, and destination selection at your fingertips, along with another, touch enabled display.

About EC-200

The Event Master EC-200 event controller is replaced by the EC-210 controller. Most of the operation for the EC-200 is the same as that for the EC-210.

About EC-210

The Event Master EC-210 event controller is a dedicated hardware console specifically designed to support the Event Master Series Processors and devices. Based on an industrial operating system with optimized hardware, it runs the Event Master Toolset Software. Recommended for small events as well as for stadium sized shows, it provides the same functionality as its accessory, the EC-50 controller, with additional features and capabilities delivered in a compact package. The tactile operation style of the EC-210 with buttons and touch screens gives the operator plenty of programming room in an effective layout. Expandable with its large choice of connectivity, the controller can support additional external Event Master compatible devices over network and USB.

EC-210 is the infrastructure that will keep you in control of Barco Event Master series devices, now and in the future.

In our efforts to support our existing customers and respect their investment, we have created an upgrade kit that takes any EC-200 to the same functionality and capacity as a factory assembled EC-210, with only minor cosmetic differences.