Canopus Intros Edius Broadcast

Canopus has unveiled Edius Broadcast, which features real-time, mixed format editing, a streamlined interface, Edius Speed Encoder, and broad HD and SD format support. Edius Speed Encoder accelerates HD (MPEG transport stream) file encoding direct from the Edius Pro 3 timeline, producing fast HDV footage.

Designed to meet the fast-paced environments of broadcast and post-production facilities, Edius Broadcast features Edius Pro 3 real-time video editing software, Edius Speed encoder for HDV, and also supports Panasonic DVCPRO, DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO P2, Varicam and Sony XDCAM equipment and formats.

Last week, Thomson announced its intention to acquire Canopus for $107 million.