Launched at IBC2009 and now in production, Eyeheight's playoutHD is a multi-definition version of the company's established playout compact SDI presentation switcher. Offering an efficient upgrade path from 525/625-line to 1080i operation in broadcast transmission centres, playoutHD is structured as a modular A/B switcher with four-group 16-channel audio facilities. It is supported by a wide range of modular options including keyer and bug/crawler inserter.

Standard features of playoutHD include automation control, manual control and/or emergency control. A hot-swap dual redundant power supply is available as an option. Single or multiple expansion chassis can be connected to accommodate additional facilities or channels. TCP/IP-based Ethernet and RS232/422 control interfaces plus 14 GPI/tallies are incorporated and full manual control panels are available. playoutHD is supplied complete with Eyeheight's Playout Application Suite software for general set-up, operational monitoring and detailed diagnostics.