Cablecast SX LE

Broadcast Video Server

The Cablecast SX LE is a multi-format video server using a state-of-the-art broadcast architecture to bring you unheard of performance at an unbeatable price. The SX LE gives you two output channels and one encoder channel of MPEG-2 quality at up to 15Mbps. Multi-format means that you can also play DVCPRO, DVCAM, QuickTime, Windows Media 9 and MPEG-4 H.264 directly from the SXLE. The SXLE also comes complete with Cablecast scheduling and automation software and the Carousel Framework, providing you a path toward a complete channel solution.

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Why use the Cablecast SX LE?

  • Unbeatable price/performance benchmarks
  • The same great Cablecast programming and automation software that gives you complete control of your facility from any location with an internet connection (see Cablecast brochure)
  • No need to transcode everything to MPEG-2, you can play native file formats, and you get Cablecast’s unparalleled deck and device control
  • Attaches to your network for easy data transfer from editing stations and external storage
  • Import files directly from DVDs up to six times faster than real time with DVD import utility
  • Includes internal storage, and you can play directly from external storage devices
  • Easily share and play files from other facilities (MPEG-2, H.264, QuickTime, Windows Media 9*)

Cablecast SX LE Specs

Network: 10/100/1000base-TX
Power: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption: 250w nominal
Dimensions: 19" x 22" x 3.5" (2RU)
Weight: 34lbs. (Shipping)
Hard Disk: 750GB
Video Inputs
  • Composite: BNC x 1
Audio Inputs
  • Analog: XLR x 2 (1 pair)
Video Outputs
  • Composite: BNC x 2
Audio Outputs
  • Analog: XLR x 4 (2 pair)
Genlock: Analog black burst: BNC x 1
Encoding formats:
  • MPEG-2 IBP: 4:2:0 - 4-15Mb/s
Playback formats:*
  • DV
  • DVCAM
  • DVCPRO
  • DVCPRO50
  • MPEG-2 4:2:0
  • MPEG-2 4:2:2
  • MPEG-2 I frame
  • Windows Media 9
  • Quicktime
  • *Some restrictions apply

Key Features

  • Two output channels and one encoder channel
  • Plays MPEG-2, MPEG-4, H.264,Windows Media 9, QuickTime, DV25, DVCPRO and DVCPRO50*
  • Includes the Carousel Framework. Add up to three Cablecast CG250s for up to three channels of community bulletin board
  • Complete Cablecast programming and automation software included
  • DVD import utility included
  • Integrated with Cablecast streaming and internet VOD servers (Optional)
  • Plays MPEG-1, Layer 2 and Linear PCM
  • Optional 4:2:2 and I-Frame MPEG-2 encoding
  • Optional SDI input and output, composite included

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