Lecture Notes: Expression - Real-time 2D/3D Graphic System

Presenter

• Brian Olen, Business Development Manager at Ross Video for Expression

Overview

• Expression is a real-time 2D/3D graphic system.
• Interface operates in two modes: layout mode and sequence mode.

Sequence Mode

• Used for play-out.
• Time sequences or manual sequences available.

Key Features

Pixel Accurate Representation

• Virtual frame buffer shows a pixel-accurate representation of video output.
• Allows offline editing and creation without hardware system.

High-End Motion Graphics

• Supports high-end 2D and 3D motion graphics.
• Compatibility with 3D Studio Max files.
• Options to use existing materials or apply new ones.
• Ability to animate models and their components.
• Includes features like transition logic for animations.
• Continuous animations supported.
• Effects include multi-axis rotation and spotlight lighting effects.

Typography

• 2D and 3D fonts support.
• Compatible with true type, open type, and Adobe type one fonts.

Video Mapping

• Can map live video or video clips to any surface on any object.

Example: Trophy Graphic

1. Import 3D Model
   • Import and scale 3D models.
   • Apply any material to component parts.
2. Continuous Animation
   • Example of a rotating trophy using Y-axis rotation.
   • Animation applied without key framing.
3. Key Framing
   • Move objects on/off screen using key frames.

Ease of Use

• Designed to be user-friendly for traditional broadcast designers.
• Compatible with Intel Macs running Windows XP via Boot Camp.
• Simplifies the workflow from design to on-air production.
• Eliminates the need for a middleman in the Graphics creation process.
• High-quality output with simultaneous use of 2D and 3D Graphics.

Conclusion

• Contact local Ross representative for more information.