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Maximum power and performance for the most demanding projects
Ultimate multilayered grading and finishing
Baselight FOUR | EIGHT
Multiple layers with multiple mattesComplex, effects-heavy DI jobs and stereo 3D animation
often require multiple external matte sequences in addition
to multiple image tracks. The ultra-high bandwidth of
the integrated parallel storage system and multiple GPU
processing enables Baselight FOUR and EIGHT to play back
multiple uncompressed streams such as DPX and OpenEXR
sequences as well as native 'raw' formats such as RED Epic
and ARRIRAW. Multiple grading and effects mattes can be
extracted from separate files or from additional channels
contained in the main image.
Multi-layer 'raw' format grading using multiple external mattes
End-to-end 4KAs the demands for higher resolutions and quality increase,
the unique architecture of Baselight FOUR and EIGHT
fulfils the requirement to work at the maximum resolution
through every stage in the process, from the original
source material to the final deliverable. The UltraHD video
output – available on all Baselight systems – provides a full
4K 4:4:4 display output at frame rates up to 60p, allowing
you to view your 4K work at its native resolution while
also unlocking the potential of Ultra High Definition for the
ultimate in image quality.
4K Stereo 3D
Baselight FOUR and EIGHT support real-time playback and
processing of multiple streams of 4K material, giving you
full interactivity when working with 4K stereo 3D scenes at
their native resolution.
Our stereo 3D tools are designed to make 3D working as
enjoyable as 2D. The single-stack stereo timeline, localised
colour matcher and fully automated Stereo Geometry Fix
tool – combined with a range of special 3D display modes –
ensure a quick and painless stereo 3D experience.
Maximum power, maximum storageThe Baselight FOUR and EIGHT grading and finishing
systems deliver supreme performance for the most
demanding jobs. Both systems provide real-time
playback and processing of many layers containing
complex grades and effects with multiple matte
channels and both systems incorporate large ultra
high-speed storage systems which connect directly
to the internal image processing components.
The ultimate user-friendly user interfaceThe Baselight user interface can be spread across three
monitors providing you with plenty of space to arrange
and adjust all the tools you need for any specific task.
Customised workspace layouts can be saved by each
user and recalled whenever required, leading to a much
smoother and more enjoyable workflow.
Baselight FOUR and EIGHT are driven by Blackboard 2,
our flagship control surface, combining the ultimate
in usability and style with total flexibility. Every
button on the control surface contains a high
resolution screen enabling key-top legends to change
dynamically according to the current operation.
Three user interface displays
Comprehensive, best-of-breed toolsetThe Baselight application software and user interface
have been refined over many years to provide colourists
with a powerful and comprehensive set of tools which
are easy and enjoyable to use. The wide range of flexible
and intuitive controls gives you complete freedom to build
up complex looks with minimal effort. You can choose
to work in many different ways, combining elements
from several complimentary tool sets, according to
your own style, as there is no restriction on the way
you manipulate and combine images and effects.
Simultaneous multi-view playback
A major benefit of Baselight systems is the ability
to view, play back and manipulate multiple images
at the same time. Up to nine image windows can
be opened simultaneously, with mixed resolutions,
colour spaces and formats, enabling you to make
direct comparisons between multiple shots in
the same scene or across multiple projects.
Built-in scopes
A full range of precision scopes can be opened as floating
windows or docked in the UI to help you accurately control
the content of your image and ensure that your final
deliverable stays within legal limits. Scopes can be used
in any combination and work interactively with the ‘pick’
function allowing you to take accurate measurements
directly from your images.
Integrated multi-channel audio
Baselight FOUR and EIGHT provide up to 16 channels of
digital sound monitoring enabling you to preview your work
with a full surround-sound mix, without having to leave the
grading environment. Support for audio stems, basic level
control, syncing tools and audio waveforms on the timeline
provide you with all the tools you need to ensure a perfect
preview with sound.
Blackboard 2 grading control surface
Built-in precision scopes and histogram
Multi-view display showing green-screen overlay
Baselight FOUR | EIGHT
Unrivalled colour space managementBaselight’s generalised colour spaces allow colour space
conversions to be performed with the speed, accuracy,
and dynamic range permitted by native floating-point GPU
functionality.
No external LUTs or Truelight Profiles are needed but, of
course, you can use Truelight if you prefer. No matter which
solution you choose, Baselight ensures that you see the
most accurate preview of the final deliverable.
Integrated system managementTo maximise the overall performance of Baselight FOUR
and EIGHT systems, internal mechanisms have been
developed to monitor and optimise each individual
node within the cluster. User-friendly tools are provided
to ensure the smooth and trouble-free running of the
system, from automated start-up and shut-down to full
diagnostic support and system management utilities.
Collaborative workflowsBaselight FOUR and EIGHT systems use an internal
20gigabit Ethernet fabric which can be extended
to integrate with other Baselight systems via a
Cloud network. Projects can be shared between
multiple Baselight users and media can be
streamed between systems in real-time. The
standard network interface also enables easy
connectivity with other non-Baselight systems.
The high performance integrated storage allows multiple
users to access the same footage simultaneously,
allowing background tasks such as rendering or
conforming to be performed on a secondary system
such as Baselight Assist or Baselight ONE.
Comprehensive EDL and media format support
enable Baselight to integrate seamlessly into end-
to-end post production workflows. Projects can be
exchanged directly with Avid and Final Cut Pro systems
as well as Baselight Editions software running on
platforms including Avid, Final Cut Pro 7 and NUKE.
Support and trainingFilmLight has built up a strong and friendly user community
through working closely for many years with customers and
other members of our industry. Our renowned customer
support offers global, 'follow-the-sun' telephone and email
contact directly with product engineers and specialists
around the world.
We can provide full training and installation services plus
our support team's wealth of knowledge and experience
enables us to offer expert advice and specialist consultancy
services to all our customers.
User-friendly diagnostic tools
Physical specifications
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Baselight FOURTotal Height = 1,056mm (24RU)Width x Depth (WxD) = 482x712mmTotal Weight = 180kg (390 pounds)Power consumption = 100-240V, 20A (Max @ 110V)Heat output = 6.8kW (23,200 BTU/h)
Baselight EIGHTTotal Height = 1,584mm (36RU)Width x Depth (WxD) = 482x712mmTotal Weight = 320kg (695 pounds)Power consumption = 206-240V, 16A (Max @ 220V)Heat output = 12.4kW (42,310 BTU/h)
User interface host PCDimensions (WxDxH) = 440x150x330mmPower consumption = 100-240V, 5A (Max @ 110V)
Baselight FOUR | EIGHT
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Northlight, Baselight, Truelight, FLIP, FLUX, Blackboard and Slate are trademarks of Filmlight Ltd.
Other products that are referred to in this document may be either trademarks and/or
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© FilmLight 2014
Key features
>> Automatic background rendering and high-speed disk caching for instant real-time playback.
>> Powerful creative filters and image improvement tools including de-grain, de-noise and de-spot.
>> Comprehensive conforming tools with full support for
CMX EDL, Avid AAF and FCP XML lists.
>> Full support for grade import and export using the FilmLight BLG file format.
>> Simplified bidirectional project exchange between Baselight and Avid/FCP editing systems through extensive AAF/XML and native media support.
>> Total compatibility with other FilmLight systems including FLIP and Baselight Editions, plus easy integration with other systems and workflows.
>> Built-in high precision scopes and histogram.
>> Fast and accurate point and area-based auto trackers for shapes and image stabilisation.
>> Generalised colour spaces for the most accurate colour space conversions.
>> Multichannel audio support with 16-channel monitoring.
>> HD/SD-SDI/3G background video ingest and playout with
embedded audio and full deck control (optional).
* Actual formatted storage capacity
>> Up to 204TB* internal, bus-attached RAID 6 storage.
>> Work with multiple channels of raw digital camera footage directly in the timeline with no transcoding.
>> Real-time playback of multiple streams of 4K material.
>> Video output hardware provides support for SD to HD, 2K and 4K with full 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 colour at display frame rates up to 60P—including stereo.
>> HDMI 2.0b output capable of displaying 4K/UHD on the latest UltraHD monitors—making UltraHD monitoring more affordable.
>> Grade through multiple mattes extracted from embedded layers in multi-channel formats such as OpenEXR.
>> Freely mix all resolutions and formats (including native camera formats) within the same timeline.
>> Unlimited, multi-GPU accelerated ‘inside/outside’ layers with unlimited soft-edged Bezier shapes.
>> Blackboard 2 grading control surface.
>> Also supports Slate and other control surfaces including Avid Artist Color and the Tangent Wave and Element panels.
>> Support for up to three user interface monitors with fully customisable user interface workspaces.
>> Apply grades using intuitive RGB and YCrCb controls;
RGB/HSL curves and advanced hue-shift functions.