The latest generation Aston graphics product, the Aston 7, matches the strengths of modern broadcast graphics hardware, with the need of today's 'IT Centric' broadcasters, to offer a unique, powerful and future-proof 3D broadcast graphics presentation platform.

 Aimed at live TV programming such as News, Sports, Business, and Shopping, the A7 brings together an unbeatable package of 3D animated text & graphics, on-screen video clips, built-in support for live content feeds, and with proven connectivity to external automation systems.

 

Data Pools are completely integrated in all versions of the Aston 7. Any property, of any element, on any page, can be linked to a Data Pool entry. The Aston 7 takes this further by adding the ability to link page takes, and triggers to Data Pool entries, giving an exceptional level of external control.
Data Pools can be viewed, and managed using the Data Pool Manager. In addition Aston provide a free SDK that can be used in any .NET language. Using the SDK you can rapidly design, prototype and create bespoke interfaces to control the Aston 7. These interfaces allow users with no operating experience to control playout of Aston pages with the minimum of fuss.
In the modern data-centric programming environment, Data Pools are a broadcast hardened technology to make sure you get the right result every time. Data Pools have sat behind many world famous sporting events, such as The Open, Wimbledon, and The Cheltenham Festival.
Changes in Data Pool entries flow seamlessly into the Aston 7 requiring no further user input. So if you want to provide links to external data sources such as: RSS feeds, databases, SMS gateways; take control, and let Data Pools take the strain.