{"product_id":"aja-fs8-hybrid-sdi-ip-media-processor","title":"AJA FS8 Hybrid SDI\/IP Media Processor","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAJA FS8 Hybrid SDI\/IP Media Processor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe AJA FS8 is a high-density hybrid SDI\/IP media processor that combines frame synchronization, video conversion, HDR and SDR processing, 3D LUT color management, audio processing, delay management, metadata handling, and SMPTE ST 2110 IP gateway capabilities in a single 1RU chassis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for professional broadcast, live sports, cine-live production, production trucks, flypacks, studios, live venues, and remote production, FS8 helps normalize and prepare SDI and IP video signals for reliable, standards-compliant production workflows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFS8 provides eight independent HD video processors or up to four UHD video processors, with flexible 12G-SDI and SMPTE ST 2110 connectivity. Its routing matrix, professional audio processing, PTP timing, HDR conversion, frame-rate conversion, and extensive control options make it a flexible platform for modern SDI, IP, and hybrid production environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHybrid SDI\/IP media processor in a space-efficient 1RU chassis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 8 channels of HD video processing or 4 channels of 4K\/UHD processing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16x16 SDI I\/O with up to 12G-SDI connectivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports SMPTE ST 2110 video, audio, and ancillary data\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 4 UHD or 8 HD ST 2110-20 streams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eST 2022-7 network redundancy support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4K\/UHD\/2K\/HD up, down, and cross-conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame synchronization and frame-rate conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHDR, SDR, and Wide Color Gamut processing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e33-point 3D LUT processing with tetrahedral interpolation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUser and Dynamic 3D LUT support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColorfront, NBCU, and BBC HLG LUT options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 60 frames of HD video delay and 30 frames in UHD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUltra-low-latency processing of less than half a video frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e459x448 mono audio matrix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDante, MADI, embedded SDI, and ST 2110-30 audio support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePTP, analog blackburst, and tri-level genlock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNMOS IS-04 and IS-05 compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eREST API and Ember+ control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt-in test signal generator with SDR\/HDR patterns and text overlay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion of Interest scaling, cropping, and positioning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVideo layering and matte generation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReal-time video preview, audio meters, and system monitoring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrowser-based web UI with node-based processing pipeline\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual redundant power supplies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFive-year warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHybrid SDI and SMPTE ST 2110 Processing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAJA FS8 provides a bridge between traditional SDI infrastructure and SMPTE ST 2110 IP production workflows. Signals can enter through SDI or ST 2110, pass through frame synchronization and video processing, and then be routed to SDI and\/or IP outputs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFS8 can operate entirely within an SDI environment, within an ST 2110 IP environment, or as a hybrid gateway between the two. This flexibility allows production facilities to introduce IP video workflows while continuing to use existing SDI equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour SFP28 cages provide connectivity for 10GigE or 25GigE SFPs, with support for ST 2110-20 video and ST 2022-7 redundancy. PTP timing and NMOS control help integrate FS8 into standards-based IP production networks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12G-SDI and Flexible Video I\/O\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFS8 offers up to 16x16 SDI I\/O, including eight 12G-SDI BNC inputs and outputs plus eight additional SDI connections through optional HD-BNC or fiber SFPs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe system supports:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12G-SDI\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4K\/UHD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2K\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp\/down\/cross-conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame synchronization\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame-rate conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSDI and ST 2110 routing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAncillary data processing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe flexible I\/O architecture allows any input to be routed to any processing channel and any output, providing extensive flexibility for complex production environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4K\/UHD and HD Video Processing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFS8 features eight independent video processors that can be configured for HD or UHD workflows. Up to eight HD video processors can operate independently, while UHD processing uses two video processors per channel to provide up to four 4K\/UHD processing channels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach processor can perform a range of operations including frame synchronization, scaling, conversion, HDR processing, color management, layering, and delay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVideo Processing Capabilities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4K\/UHD\/2K\/HD up-conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4K\/UHD\/2K\/HD down-conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHD cross-conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame synchronization\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame-rate conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion of Interest scaling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrop and image positioning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulti-layer video processing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatte generation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAncillary data grooming\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHDR\/SDR conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3D LUT processing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroadcast legalizing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHDR, SDR, and Wide Color Gamut Processing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFS8 provides real-time HDR, SDR, and Wide Color Gamut processing for live production workflows that require consistent color and dynamic-range management.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach video processor can independently apply color transforms, allowing a single source to be processed into different HDR and SDR deliverables. Sources can also be routed to multiple video processors for coordinated processing before being sent to SDI and\/or ST 2110 outputs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFS8 supports:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHDR to SDR conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSDR to HDR conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWide Color Gamut processing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e33-point 3D LUT processing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUser 3D LUTs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDynamic 3D LUTs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRGB color correction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProc Amp adjustments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHDR metadata configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYUV\/RGB legalizer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional licensed processing includes Colorfront Engine and BBC HLG LUTs, while NBCU LUTs are also supported.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3D LUT and Live Color Management\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFS8 provides 33-point 3D LUT processors with tetrahedral interpolation for professional color workflows. User LUTs can be loaded directly, while Dynamic LUT support enables real-time control through compatible third-party applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor live camera matching, grading, and look management, FS8 provides integration points for professional color-management workflows, including Pomfort Livegrade. Per-channel Proc Amp and RGB color correction provide additional control for refining camera looks and matching sources during live production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame Synchronization and Timing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReliable timing is essential when combining cameras, replay servers, graphics systems, production switchers, and IP video sources. FS8 provides frame synchronization for aligning asynchronous or untimed signals to house reference or PTP timing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngineers can configure horizontal, vertical, and frame-delay adjustments to align signals throughout a production chain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFS8 provides:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 60 frames of configurable HD video delay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 30 frames of configurable UHD video delay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLess than half a video frame of ultra-low-latency processing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePTP timing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnalog blackburst reference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTri-level sync\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfigurable analog reference output\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTiming comparator for input\/output alignment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe extended frame-delay capability can also help synchronize production elements with longer processing paths, including augmented reality and other graphics-intensive workflows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame-Rate Conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFS8 provides frame-rate conversion for SDI, IP, and hybrid production environments. Its processing architecture can convert between supported frame rates while maintaining synchronization to the incoming reference or PTP timing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes FS8 useful when production systems need to combine sources operating at different frame rates or standards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerful Audio Processing and Routing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFS8 includes a large 459x448 mono audio matrix for routing and processing audio from SDI embedded audio, MADI, Dante, and SMPTE ST 2110-30 sources.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAudio processing capabilities include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 459 audio inputs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 448 audio outputs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmbedded SDI audio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMADI audio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDante audio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eST 2110-30 audio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample rate conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePer-channel audio delay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLevel and gain adjustment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhase adjustment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAudio downmixing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMute controls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTest tone generation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach audio input can provide sample-rate conversion and up to 250 ms of delay, while audio outputs provide additional delay management for synchronizing audio with processed video.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDante, MADI, and ST 2110-30 Audio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFS8 extends its audio capabilities beyond traditional embedded SDI audio with Dante and SMPTE ST 2110-30 IP audio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual Dante network connections provide primary and secondary network connectivity with support for up to 64x64 Dante audio channels. Dante audio can be managed using Audinate software, while support for PTPv2, AES67, RAVENNA, and ST 2110-30 helps accommodate professional IP audio environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMADI connectivity provides up to 128x128 audio routing, while ST 2110-30 provides network-based audio connectivity alongside ST 2110-20 video.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSMPTE ST 2110 and IP Gateway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFS8 is designed for standards-based IP production with support for SMPTE ST 2110-10, ST 2110-20, ST 2110-21, ST 2110-30, and ST 2110-40.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn hybrid operating modes, FS8 can function as an SDI\/IP gateway, allowing production teams to move video, audio, and ancillary data between SDI and ST 2110 systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIP capabilities include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 4 UHD or 8 HD ST 2110-20 streams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eST 2022-7 redundancy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10GbE and 25GbE SFP28 connectivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePTPv2 \/ ST 2059-2 timing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNMOS IS-04 discovery and registration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNMOS IS-05 connection management\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmber+ control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNetwork validation tools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePacket capture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSDP viewing and troubleshooting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNetwork operational statistics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlexible Operating Modes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFS8 provides operating modes designed for different production infrastructures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSDI Only Mode provides access to the full 16x16 12G-SDI architecture, making it suitable for facilities operating primarily with SDI equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHybrid 1 Mode combines eight SDI BNC connections with up to eight HD or four UHD ST 2110 streams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHybrid 2 Mode provides hybrid connectivity using optional SDI SFPs for fiber or HD-BNC connectivity alongside ST 2110 IP I\/O.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese modes allow FS8 to adapt to facilities at different stages of the transition from SDI to IP production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion of Interest Scaling and Video Layering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFS8 includes image-shaping tools for cropping, scaling, positioning, and creating regions of interest. Engineers can shrink or zoom an image, select a specific region for scaling, crop the source, and adjust horizontal and vertical positioning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe built-in layering engine can also combine video processors and fill unused image areas with configurable matte colors. 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