Frequently Asked Questions
Here you will find all Technology Questions which are frequently asked.
How to get a demo?
Please contact us directly, we can send you a demo unit: info@skaarhoj.com
How to become a reseller?
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You already resell Broadcast and AV products ? You want to resell SKAARHOJ's devices as well?
Where to buy SKAAARHOJ products?
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You can purchase directly on this website or you can contact a SKAARHOJ reseller in your country.
Why use a universal controller?
SKAARHOJ panel are compatible with many brands of cameras, video mixers, router… All SKAARHOJ devices work on a common OS called UniSketch that connects a button press with a command sent to any of the supported broadcast devices. So you can design your solution using the devices from multiple brands, and SKAARHOJ panel will bring you the possibility to have all these equipments work together and controlled by one single panel.
What does PTZ Trace mean?
This gives an operator the benefit of doing handsfree moves, while setting up the next shoot. Very useful for the one man band.
PTZ Trace allows you to record a move with your PTZ camera, store it, and then replay it later.
What does Cruise control for PTZ camera mean?
PTZ Cruise is a SKAARHOJ controller feature, that lets you continue a movement that you initiate. So you start a zoom in, then press the cruise control button, and then let go, and now your zoom continues. It will stop after a certain amount of time, or after it registers a defined input to stop.
What is a M/E (mix Effect)?
A Mix Effect (M/E) consists of a crosspoint, a transition area with cuts and a true mix or wipe, a T-Bar, keyer, and special outputs. The actual switchers on the market offer from 1 M/E to 4 M/E. SKAARHOJ offer panel of multiple sizes and designs to operate the main switchers : Black Magic Design, Tricaster, Roland, Panasonic or software platform such as VMIX or LIVESTREAM STUDIO (Vimeo).
How does Visca over IP work?
VISCA over IP is the protocol to control a device using VISCA on a controller equipped with IP connection (LAN). The interface is RJ45. SKAARHOJ devices are all compatible with VISCA over IP. We control all the main functions included in the documented VISCA of the supported devices.
What is Visca?
VISCA is a protocol to control PTZ Camera.This protocol has been designed by SONY and is shared by many manufacturers. It works on RS232 / RS422 serial communication. SKAARHOJ devices are all compatible with VISCA . We control all the main functions included in the documented VISCA of the supported devices.
What is NDI?
Network Device Interface (NDI) is a new protocol for sending video over IP. It has been developed by NewTek in 2015 and is shared by many manufacturers to enable video-compatible products to communicate, deliver, and receive high-definition video (1080i). NDI runs over Gigabit Ethernet, with TCP/UDP transport . SKAARHOJ products are compatible with many NDI devices such as Tricaster, vMix and cameras such as Newtek, Birddog, SONY...
What is the benefit of a TCP Interface?
As the Blackmagic ATEM Switcher does not have a TCP interface for easy integration with AV Systems, SKAARHOJ has created the TCP-LINK-4ATEM, which provides a simple TCP Interface to almost any feature in the Switcher. It will report State Changes of the Switcher and Accepts and Forwards commands to the Switcher as well. This product is exactly what you’ll need for A/V projects with systems like Crestron & Extron, for example.
How does Tally work?
The SKAARHOJ Tally System is a great add-on for your live video-production. The Tally Lights have two LEDs: one facing the Camera Operator and a larger one facing the On-Screen Talent. The operator LED has both Program and Preview Tally, while the Presenter LED is just for Program. The two switches on the Tally Light enables the operator to turn on/off the main LED, and to dim the Operator LED. The Tally Box System handles up to 8 Tally Lights, connecting either directly via the SKAARHOJ Tally Box, or by a Daisy Chain running from each light. You can also work with the SKAARHOJ Tally System in a Remote Environment as well.