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Doremi Introduces the ORCA
MPEG2 HD Encoder

Doremi Labs introduces the ORCA real-time MPEG2 encoder for High Definition and Standard Definition video. ORCA provides a winning combination of high bit rate video compression, HD video support and extensive encoding controls.

ORCA is designed to meet the most demanding video encoding needs with its real-time MPEG2 encoding of HD video up to 160 Mbits/sec. ORCA provides users with a wide choice of encoding parameters such as GOP structure, 4:2:0 and 4:2:2 encoding profiles and compression bit rate. These parameters provide the user with precise control of the encoding process and as a result the flexibility to encode content for a variety of applications.

MPEG2 video generated by the ORCA encoder can be used for network transmission, digital cinema and playback from low cost MPEG2 players. ORCA is particularly useful for High Definition encoding of concerts, sports and other live events. ORCA can also be used as a video capture device for HD and SD post production for editing or DVD mastering thanks to its multiple GOP structure support.

The ORCA encoder is housed in a 1RU chassis and accepts HD-SDI and SDI video from which it extracts video, audio and other ancillary data. MPEG2 video can be streamed via Ethernet or DVB/ASI. The ORCA is provided with an easy to use Windows software utility. In addition, a lower cost ORCA is available with 4:2:0 MPEG2 encoding only.

About Doremi Labs
Doremi Labs Inc. is a leading developer and manufacturer of video disk recorders (VDR) and video servers for the professional video and audio markets. Founded in 1985, Doremi Labs is based in Burbank, California, and has a European office in France. The Doremi Labs' V1 family of VDRs is a market leader with thousands of installations worldwide.