| Data Sheet |
Barco Encore3 Specifications |
| Encore3 Specifications | |
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| General specifications |
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| Notes | The specifications in this document are preliminary |
| Live effects canvas |
Boundless canvas with 8x 4K60 PGM outputs |
| Video Inputs | |
| Input card slots | Up to 7 input-capable slots with Event Master Gen2 cards |
| Per card input | Each supports up to 4x 4K @60p inputs |
| Standard configuration |
16x 4K @60p inputs |
| Connectors | Up to 4x HD/3G/6G/12G SDI Up to 9x HDMI™ 2.0 (up to 4096×2160 @60Hz) Up to 5x DisplayPort 1.2 (up to 4096×2160 @60Hz) |
| Video Outputs |
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| Output card slots |
Up to 4 output-capable slots with Event Master Gen2 cards |
| Per card output |
Each supports up to 4x 4K @60p outputs |
| Standard configuration | 8x 4K @60p outputs |
| Connectors | Up to 4x HD/3G/6G/12G SDI Up to 5x HDMI™ 2.0 (up to 4096×2160 @60Hz) Up to 1x DisplayPort (up to 4096×2160 @60Hz) |
| Genlock | Analog reference I/O on BNC; bi-level & blackburst (SD), tri-level (HD) |
| Program output |
Up to 8 PGM outputs, single/tiled/blended screens Configurable for up to 8x 4096×2160 @60p Independent edge blending on all four sides |
| Scaled Aux outputs |
Up to 8x 4096×2160 @60p; 2x AUX per output card |
| Mixers | |
| Background mixers | Non-scaled background mixer per output screen |
| Transitions | Independent or full Preview/Program transitions |
| PIP/key layers | 4 mixable / 8 single pre-assigned per screen (up to 16/32) |
| Still Stores |
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| Storage | Up to 2160MB (~60 4K60 stills), supports 160,000px dimension |
| Layer Effects |
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| Effects | Borders (hard, soft, halo), drop shadows Color effects, Strobe, H&V flip Luma, chroma, Cut/Fill keys PIP moves via Keyframes |
| Multiviewer | |
| Multiviewers | 2x 4K @60p MultiViewers Flexible layouts Monitor all Inputs, PVW & PGM |
| Expandability | |
| Expansion | Includes 1x Quad 100G Expansion Link Card 2x 100G QSFP28 DAC cables Ships with ability to link 2 chassis Expand via 4x QSFP28 connections |
| HDCP | |
| Compliance | Determined by installed cards |
| Control | |
| Control options | Event Master Toolset (v10.x+) for PC/MAC Event Master controllers WebUI Ethernet RJ-45, 1000/100/10 Mbps |
| Serviceability | |
| I/O cards | Field-serviceable (not hot-swappable) |
| Power supplies |
Dual-redundant, hot-swappable |
| Dimensions | |
| Height | 175.5 mm (6.9 in) – 4 RU |
| Width | 431.8 mm (17.0 in) w/o handles, 485.3 mm (19.1 in) with handles |
| Depth | 590.54 mm (23.3 in) w/o handles, 672.29 mm (26.5 in) overall |
| Weight | |
| Standard config | 29 kg / 64 lb |
| With flight case | 48.5 kg / 107 lb |
| Empty chassis |
26.3 kg / 58 lb |
| Power | |
| Input | 100–240Vac, 50/60Hz, 12–5A (x2), 1,100W |
| Supplies | Dual-redundant, hot-swappable |
| Environmental | |
| Temperature | 0–40° C / 32–104° F |
| Humidity | 0–95% (non-op), 0–85% (operational), non-condensing |
Barco Encore3 Event Master Image Processor
Barco Encore3 Hire
Barco Encore3 – Advanced 4K multi screen management system.
Speak to our team today to lock in availability for your next event.
Hire the Barco Encore3 from AVE – a powerful, future-ready screen management system designed for high-end live events, corporate presentations, and broadcast productions.
The Encore3 sets a new standard for high-performance vision switching, purpose-built for today’s most demanding live event environments. With native 4K processing, a modular architecture, and unmatched flexibility, Encore3 is the ultimate multi-destination switcher for professionals pushing the boundaries of AV production.
Industry leaders and early adopters chose Encore3 for a reason – they’re staying ahead of the curve. With the latest generation hardware and Event Master 10 software, your team can deliver cutting-edge visuals without the workarounds or limitations of older systems.
Key Features:
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Native 4K@60p 12-bit 4:4:4 processing
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8x 4K60 PGM outputs with 8 layers per screen
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Integrated Dante audio and embedded audio support
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MultiView as a source and layered screen composition
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Familiar user interface with enhanced workflows
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Ultra-low latency performance for live environments
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Inputs: Up to 7 cards, each supporting 4x 4K@60p inputs
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Outputs: Up to 4 cards, each supporting 4x 4K@60p outputs
Built for Demanding Live Productions
The Barco Encore3 image processing platform gives AV professionals unmatched flexibility and power. It’s ideal for:
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Broadcast-quality productions
Scalable, modular, and engineered for mission-critical performance, the Encore3 offers a boundless canvas with the reliability needed for show-critical events.
Hire a Barco Encore3 System – Configured to your event
Hiring the Barco Encore3 screen management system gives your event access to one of the most advanced image processing platforms available today – without the need for permanent investment. For AV professionals and production managers, this means greater flexibility, faster setup times, and superior visual performance across LED walls, projection, and multi-screen displays.
The Barco Encore3 ensures smooth show delivery and outstanding visual clarity. Whether you’re producing a corporate conference, awards night, or immersive digital stage backdrops, this system scales easily with modular configurations. If you need a 4K video processor for hire that handles complex screen layouts with ease, the Barco Encore3 will have you covered.
