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High Resolution Engineering Chooses DNF Controls Shotbox and Vista Spyder Video Processor for Wide Range of Rental & Staging Applications
SYLMAR, Calif. — March 20, 2007 —DNF Controls today announced the sale of three ST420-VSS
Shotboxes to High Resolution Engineering, a Vista Systems dealer and consulting firm that helps
create dynamic, high-quality digital presentations for staging and production companies. The DNF
Controls ST420-VSS, paired with the Vista Systems Spyder multi-function video processor, offers a
fast and easy means to access and recall Command Keys and scripts on Sypder and play them out. It is
an ideal combination for use in a multitude of staging and rental productions.
“The DNF/Vista duo provides a simple and affordable video access, control and enhancement solution
for staging and studio productions of any size,” said Mike Taylor, partner at High Resolution
Engineering. “DNF’s ST420-VSS Shotbox offers the simplicity necessary for non-technical users
producing smaller-scale shows, and the robustness needed for larger, more dynamic productions.”
The Shotbox may be used in addition to, or in place of, Vista’s control panel and connects directly to
the Vista Spyder over an Ethernet interface. Users have the power to read Vista’s advanced command
keys and automatically map them to Shotbox keys (10 banks of 27 keys per bank), assign a specific
command key to a specific shot box key, recall a group of command keys at the press of a key, and
step forward or backward through the cues in a single script or a group of scripts.
The Vista Spyder video processor allows a production technician to utilize a variety of inputs,
including HD, DVI, analog RGB, SDI, HD-SDI, analog beta cam, composite, or s-video, and project
them through a single output to multiple displays. It can be used in a range of production
environments, from the boardroom to the newsroom to the stadium arena, to create compelling,
dynamic shows.
For more information on the ST420-VSS Shotbox and DNF Controls’ other products, please visit
www.dnfcontrols.com.
About High Resolution Engineering
Based in Clarkston, Michigan, High Resolution Engineering is unique among a handful of worldwide
engineering and consulting resources, with the expertise and hands-on knowledge to assist its clients in
successfully planning, creating, and presenting world-class, mind-changing visual experiences. With
over 50 years of experience, High Resolution Engineering helps companies achieve leadership,
motivate employees, and capture new customers. More information on the company can be found at
www.highresolution.tv.
About Vista Systems
Vista Systems has pioneered and led the industry in live multiple-destination video and data
windowing and switching. Since its release, the Spyder video processor has been the benchmark by
which all other processors are measured. Vista offers complete source control and windowing
solutions for command and control, broadcast, visualization, large venue presentation as well as
worship and home theater applications. More information about Vista Systems can be found at
www.vistasystems.net.
About DNF Controls
DNF Controls is a leading provider of hardware- and software-based control solutions for equipment
used in the television broadcast, audio/video production, post-production, and graphics markets. By
partnering with industry-leading manufacturers and customers, DNF provides innovative, reliable, and
easy-to-use products that are used in point-to-point control as well as in facility-wide multipoint
control applications. DNF Controls’ customer list includes all major U.S. television broadcast and
cable networks, domestic and international television stations and production facilities, mobile
production trucks, stadiums, and arenas. DNF Controls is headquartered in Sylmar, Calif. For more
information visit www.dnfcontrols.com