EX 3
A video playback and pixel-perfect mapping solution designed specifically for location-based experiences and fixed installations.
Bring pixel-perfect experiences to life!
Pixel-perfect location-based experiences
EX 3 is designed to meet the specific playback needs of location-based experiences and fixed installations. Build your project in our pioneering Designer software and bring your vision to life at pixel perfect quality.
An end-to-end platform from concept to delivery
EX 3 unlocks access to the full disguise platform, connecting users to the Designer software through both the disguise APIs and disguise Cloud applications, so they can benefit from a single connected workflow from concept to delivery.
Designer software
EX 3 harnesses the power and scalability of Designer to visualise, design and sequence projects of varied complexity, with pixel-perfect 3D visualisation.
disguise Cloud
Remotely store, share and review your project content (including interactive 3D visualisations) with all stakeholders on our cloud platform, tailor made for media and entertainment.
Simple functionality APIs
Simplify your workflow with a suite of public APIs so you can control your show and monitor the health of your system, without the need for an operator to be on site.
Seamless projector calibration
The EX 3 can also be used alongside OmniCal, our camera-based projector calibration system which accurately aligns projectors to sub-pixel precision within minutes, on any projection mapped installation.
World-class 24/7 support
When you add an EX 3 to your hardware fleet, you can immediately benefit from our top rated 24/7 support services, local service centres and server loan programmes, ensuring your project will run without a hitch and deliver an unforgettable experience.
Learn more
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Video playback
The EX 3 features 3x DisplayPort 1.4 outputs for 4K video within a 2U chassis, and a NVIDIA A4500 GPU.
The EX 3 does not support VFC cards and has no physical video inputs. Users can feed a NDI video signal into the EX 3, and there will be future support for a ST 2110 video signal input.
Audio
As it was designed specifically for video playback, the EX 3 has no audio inputs and outputs. USB Audio Interfaces can be used if needed.
Network
EX 3 includes sufficient networking capabilities for fixed installations with the inclusion of dual 1GbE, 10GbE and 25GbE ports.
Failover
Built-in hardware failover to guarantee project continuity in the rare event of machine failure.
Using EX 3 with other machines
The EX 3 can be used as a Director, Actor, Understudy and Editor within a d3net session with other EX 3 only. The EX 3 will not be able to be used within the same d3net session as other machines in the pro range (vx or gx).
Real-time content
An optional real-time connector licence can be purchased if a user wishes to run generative content on their EX 3, including a Notch block. There is also no support for RenderStream, ACES mode or mixed reality set extension within the EX 3.
Integrations
Outward integrations via disguise APIs (show and project control, server monitoring and control, OSC and DMX for external triggers) for enhanced control and accessibility.
Technical specifications
| System Connectivity - I/O | Video Output | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 (GUI) 3x DisplayPort 1.4 |
| Video Sync | BNC Genlock | |
| General Network | 2x 1GbE/sec 2x 10GbE/sec |
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| High Speed Network | 2x 25GbE/sec (SFP28) | |
| Data/Peripherals | 4x USB 3.0 |
| Physical Specifications | Mounting System | 2U 19" rack mount |
| Unit Dimensions | W: 438.5mm (17.26") H: 88.5mm (3.42") D: 788.8mm (31.06") |
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| Unit Weight | 20.5 kg / 45.2 lbs | |
| Unit + Rack Handles | W: 483.5mm (19.03") D: 821.8mm (32.35”) |
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| Environmental Tolerances | Temperature: 5-30°C (40°-86°F) Humidity: 28%-80% (non-condensing) Altitude: 0-2700m (0-8850 ft) |
| Hardware Specifications | GPU | NVIDIA A4500 |
| CPU | Intel Xeon 3.2GHz | |
| Memory | 96GB RAM (12x 8GB) | |
| Storage | 1x 3.84TB SSD (default) | |
| Optional Storage Upgrades | 7.68TB 15.35TB 30TB Available at sale and return to base |
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| Voltage | 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz For countries with variable power supply, we recommend a UPS to provide a consistent voltage |
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| Power Connection | IEC | |
| Power Consumption Peak | 485W | |
| Heat Dissipation Peak | 1,653 BTU/hr | |
| Max Decibel Rating | 66dB Testing has not been completed through official lab testing |
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| OS | 1x Dedicated Internal SSD |
| Software Features | Operating System | Windows® 10 IoT Enterprise SAC |
| disguise Proprietary | Full production suite |
| Bundled Accessories | Bundled Accessories | Slide Rail Kit Rack Handles Hardware Guide Power Cable (Plug - IEC) x2: USA, EU, UK |
| Support, Updates and Warranties | Perpetual licence version includes | Free software upgrades for the life of the machine 2-year return to base hardware warranty (this can be optionally extended by up to 5 years) Premium warranty optional, can be extended by up to 5 years |
Performance
We regularly test our media servers to ensure that they perform to the highest standards. Below is the playback performance data for the EX 3
Playback
The following table shows how many layers can simultaneously be played back per codec
EX 3
|
Video codec |
Content data rate |
Max layers |
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HD HAP 30 |
31 MB/s |
34 |
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HD HAP 60 |
62 MB/s |
30 |
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HD HAPQ 30 |
61.25 MB/s |
29 |
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HD HAPQ 60 |
122.5 MB/s |
17 |
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HD Animation 30 |
187.25 MB/s |
12 |
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HD Animation 60 |
374.5 MB/s |
6 |
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HD TIFF Sequence 30 |
237 MB/s |
9 |
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HD TIFF Sequence 60 |
474 MB/s |
4 |
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HD NotchLC 30 |
78.375 MB/s |
24 |
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HD NotchLC 60 |
156.75 MB/s |
13 |
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UHD HAP 30 |
132 MB/s |
15 |
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UHD HAP 60 |
264 MB/s |
8 |
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UHD HAPQ 30 |
261.25 MB/s |
8 |
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UHD HAPQ 60 |
522.5 MB/s |
4 |
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UHD Animation 30 |
798.25 MB/s |
3 |
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UHD Animation 60 |
1596.5 MB/s |
1 |
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UHD TIFF Sequence 30 |
949 MB/s |
3 |
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UHD TIFF Sequence 60 |
1898 MB/s |
2 |
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UHD NotchLC 30 |
331.5 MB/s |
6 |
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UHD NotchLC 60 |
663 MB/s |
3 |
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UHD DPX Sequence, 8-bit, RGB, 30 |
759 MB/s |
3 |
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UHD DPX Sequence, 8-bit, RGB, 60 |
1518 MB/s |
1 |
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UHD DPX Sequence, 10-bit, RGB, 30 |
1011 MB/s |
2 |
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UHD DPX Sequence, 10-bit, RGB, 60 |
2022 MB/s |
1 |
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UHD TGA Sequence, 8-bit, RGB, 30 |
759 MB/s |
3 |
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UHD TGA Sequence, 8-bit, RGB, 60 |
1518 MB/s |
2 |
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UHD TGA Sequence, 8-bit, RGB, 30 |
1011 MB/s |
2 |
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UHD TGA Sequence, 8-bit, RGB, 60 |
2022 MB/s |
1 |
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UHD TIFF Sequence, 8-bit, RGB, 30 |
759 MB/s |
3 |
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UHD TIFF Sequence, 8-bit, RGB, 60 |
1518 MB/s |
2 |
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UHD TIFF Sequence, 10-bit, RGB, 30 |
1011 MB/s |
2 |
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UHD TIFF Sequence, 10-bit, RGB, 60 |
2022 MB/s |
0 |
- testing completed on r24 98098
Performance specifications listed here outline the maximum amount of video layers that are achievable on a single EX 3. These can fluctuate in future releases
All HD codecs listed above have an output resolution relevant to Full-HD (1920 x 1080). All UHD codecs listed above have an output resolution relevant to 4K DCI (4096 x 2160)
