Matrox MXO2 Max for Desktop
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The MXO2 Max for Desktop from Matrox is a device that combines the functionality of an HDMI & analog I/O card in the form factor of a miniature breakout box. It will capture, convert, and play multiple video formats. This model features adapters (PCIe and ExpressCard/34) designed for use with desktop PC or Intel-based MacBook Pros, Mac Pros, and Apple Xserve systems. This model additionally features Matrox MAX technology for faster than real-time H.264 encoding.
This device's small footprint makes it easy to transport. It is compatible with most industry-standard applications, such as Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Photoshop, among others. Moreover, its color-calibration tool can be used to turn your HDMI monitor into a professional-grade video monitor.
Note! Adobe Premiere Pro CS5 support for Mac OSX to be available in early November 2010.
- This model is designed for use with PC or Mac desktop systems
- This model features Matrox MAX technology for faster than real-time H.264 encoding.
- It features a small footprint and is easy to connect to cameras and monitors
- Capture and play back high-definition video in multiple formats
- Turn your HDMI screen into a professional-grade video monitor with color-calibration tools, including blue-only
- Genlock SD analog black burst (bi-level) or HD tri-level sync are available
- A 10-bit hardware, scaling engine allows for real-time up-scaling, down-scaling, and cross-conversion on capture and playback
- Up to (5) user-selectable simultaneous video outputs for HD and/or SD on HDMI, SDI, and analog are available
- This unit supports 5.1 surround-sound monitoring on the HDMI output
- It supports RS-422 machine control for frame-accurate capture and print-to-tape
- Capture to a variety of Adobe Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro codecs, including Apple ProRes 422 HQ and 10-bit uncompressed HD
- File-based workflow support is available for XDCAM, XDCAM HD, XDCAM EX, P2, and P2HD
- This solution supports RED workflow
- HD-SDI closed-captioning support is a standard feature
- It is compatible with your applications such Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Adobe Photoshop, among others
| Inputs |
Video: HDMI HD 10-bit Component HD/SD 10-bit Y/C (S-Video) 10-bit Composite 10-bit Audio: |
| Outputs |
Video: HDMI HD/SD 10-bit Component HD/SD 12-bit Y/C (S-Video) 10-bit Composite 10-bit Audio: |
| System Requirements |
Mac Pro and Intel-based MacBook Pro running Mac OS X Leopard 10.5.6 or higher Windows 7 (64-bit), Windows Vista (32- and 64-bit), Windows XP (32-bit) laptops and desktops |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 2" x 13 x 9.5" (51 x 330 x 241mm) |
| Weight | 3.5 lbs (1.6kg) |
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Pros
- Easy to use (5)
- Compact (4)
- Highly compatible (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent films (3)
- In the studio (3)
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Pros
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy to Use
- Fast
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- Home or Business
Comments about Matrox MXO2 Max for Desktop:
so many inputs and outputs, it's all you need!
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Matrox MXO2 Max for Desktop:
Quick change between setups, easy control panel.
MAX feature is fast, but shuts down the MXO2, so you can't use Final Cut simultaneously.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
Cons
- Poor Design
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Matrox MXO2 Max for Desktop:
I've been a little apprehensive about buying another Matrox product - having been burned by them 7 or 8 years ago when they suddenly "dead-ended" one of their Mac breakout boxes - leaving myself and others holding worthless hardware. But the MXO2 reviews were good, and I liked being able to switch this box between my MacPro and MacBook Pro systems. So far it's worked vey well, and the one time I had to call Tech Support regarding the first set-up, I was very surprised and happy to have gotten a real person, who was able to simply log-onto my system, view my screen and solve the problem in a few minutes time. The MXO2/Max comes with three years of this type of service free - very nice! The slight disappointment so-far is the lower quality connectors, especially the PCIe cable and connectors, which are a little tinny and not well formed, - the little screw connections don't line up, so there's not a positive, solid connection. Seems a waste to have used such low quality for what seems to be an otherwise solid product.As for function, it works great, and it's especially nice to have I/Os for everything included - HDMI, SDI, Component, YC, composite, XLR/RCA (surround out monitoring!) Up/Down conversion...Be advised that the online description says that it only includes the PCIe adapter, so I purchased the Express 34 card ($99) thinking I'd need it for my laptop. When I opened the MXO2 box, both cards were included [...]
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Matrox MXO2 Max for Desktop:
Using it with Aplle Final Cut Pro, Apple Color, and Adobe After Effects. This is a great solution for HD/SD monitoring on NTSC monitors and the MXO2 has calibration tools for output your color correction previews.
The best part of MXO2 is when it is combined with MAX processor. it is a render accelerator that uses the H.264 codec. Rendering in Compressor for a Master clip is very fast, faster than realtime when you're not scaling video, and a lot faster than h.264 from quicktime compressor. it makes a huge difference for me as I work as mobile editor, using a macbook pro 17" 4GBRAM and the ExpressCard for conecting the MXO2, and also in the editing room with my MacPro. Render times are not a problem anymore.
ther is enough Ins and Outs for connecting everything you want in your editing room. I think the only lack it has is the fact you can't use it as an Audio or video card into the Finder onMAc, you need to use some editing software
Pros
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy to Use
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- Home or Business
- Professional
Comments about Matrox MXO2 Max for Desktop:
It´s so easy to put it to work, just right out of the box
Not overheating at all
It matches the Apple design it blends into the whole studio
- Primary use:
- Business
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What's in the Box
- Matrox MXO2 MAX I/O Device
- Matrox MXO2 PCIe Host Adapter
- ExpressCard/34 Adapter
- 3' (1m) Matrox MXO2 PCIe Cable
- Matrox MXO2 External Power Supply and IEC-C13 Power Cord
- Three-Year Hardware Warranty & Complimentary Telephone Support
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