Designed for use with popular DV and HDV cameras, FS-5 introduces a groundbreaking and unique new technology for tapeless acquisition. FS-5 advanced features provide users with the ability to quickly and efficiently log custom metadata wirelessly via a laptop, smartphone or other WiFi capable device while recording media. Users will be able to select metadata formats that are compatible with different nonlinear editing (NLE) systems as well as media asset management systems such as Focus Enhancements’
“With Direct To Edit Technology, we revolutionized the acquisition process by making it possible to record in a number of different native NLE file formats that can be used directly in popular NLE systems,” said Matt McEwen, director of product alliances for Focus Enhancements. “Now that tapeless workflow is becoming the media acquisition standard, users are seeking a flexible means of easily adding metadata, that is compatible with their editing and asset management systems, to their content. We believe our FS-5 addresses those needs by merging content creation and content management in a new way to allow for easy media identification making the end-to-end workflow seamless for broadcast and video production groups.”
In addition to unprecedented metadata capabilities, new features and capabilities include:
-- Increased Direct To Edit file format support with the addition of MXF HDV 720p30 and 1080i
50/60 support for Avid NLE systems
-- 50% weight reduction and a 60% reduction in size when compared to the entry level FS-4
model
-- New rugged and lightweight 1.8” disk drive technology utilizes the UDF file format
-- New low-power and fan-less design utilizes a 3-hour (record time) removable Li-Ion battery
pack
-- Newly designed user interface and menu system feature an easy to navigate scroll wheel and
320 x 240 color backlit LCD display for menu and status viewing
-- USB 2.0 interface for fast computer mounting and connection of accessories
-- Wired or optional Wireless network capabilities
The FS-5 will complement the Focus Enhancements family of video production products that enable video pros to go from acquisition to editing with unparalleled speed, efficiency, and reliability. Compatible with most HDV and DV camcorders and editing software, the company’s Direct To Edit video recording technology converts the output from camcorders or VTRs to a NLE format and records to disk via FireWire.
By combining DTE Technology with advanced caching and disk recording, camcorders paired with Focus Enhancements DTE recorders ensure that shots are never missed and critical footage is always ready to edit instantly.
Pricing and Availability
A 100GB version of FS-5 is expected to be available in Summer 2008 for a suggested price of $2,195 (US). For more information, please visit www.focusinfo.com.
About Focus Enhancements, Inc.
Focus Enhancements, Inc. (NASDAQ CM:FCSE), headquartered in Campbell, CA, is a leading designer of world-class solutions in advanced, proprietary video and wireless video technologies. The company’s Semiconductor Group develops wireless IC chip set based on WiMedia UWB standard and design as well as markets portable ICs to the video convergence, portable media, navigation systems and smartphone markets. The company’s System Group develops video products for the digital media markets, with customers in the broadcast, video production, digital signage and digital asset management markets. More information on Focus Enhancements may be obtained from the company’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings, or by visiting the Focus Enhancements home page at http://www.focusinfo.com.
Safe Harbor Statement
Statements in this press release which are not historical, including statements regarding management’s intentions, hopes, expectations, representations, plans or predictions about the future are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements include statements regarding management’s expectations of the FS-5’s features and capabilities and its availability date. Because these forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, there are important factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include changes to the FS-5’s feature-set due to changes in the market place, unforeseen delays in research and development, and the risk factors specified in the company's Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007 as well as other filings with the SEC. These statements are based on information as of April 8, 2008 and the company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
ProxSys and Direct To Edit are registered trademarks of Focus Enhancements. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners. © 2008 Focus Enhancements Inc. All rights reserved.
