FOR-A America is exhibiting at the NAB Show its latest AI updates to the software-defined FOR-A Impulse live production platform, as well as immediate delivery of both the software-based switcher. The MixBoard (powered by ClassX) and the HVS-Q12 3ME 3G/12G video switcher, among other products, are presented at booth #C4920.

FOR-A Impulse

FOR-A will focus on software-defined, AI-driven solutions. On the AI front, FOR-A Impulse will have new AI functionality in the platform’s Graph Editor in the future. Within the Graph Editor, AI can perform the node graphing necessary to create a system diagram. This frees the user to spend maximum time creating the mix/effects visually while AI handles the backend of the production pipeline.

FOR-A Impulse consolidates all software tools necessary for broadcast incorporated on servers with high-speed GPU processing. It features signal processing, multi-view, switching, graphics, audio mix, and media player as software functions.

Additionally, it can be used on-premise, with cloud operation in the future, and hybrid workflows also planned.

MixBoard

Available for immediate delivery, the MixBoard, powered by ClassX, is a software-based switcher that aims to enable users to create complex compositions with unlimited layers. It empowers switching between cameras, presentations and multimedia sources, using professional 2D/3D transition effects.

Some of its innovations include new video input types, such as the Media Engine for seamless playout of video clips, stills, playlists; and the Compositor for creating complex layouts and transitions; PTZ Camera Control via GUI; and advanced, GPU-accelerated Multiview support for greater control during live productions.

HVS-Q12 3G/12G Switcher

Also available for immediate delivery is FOR-A’s HVS-Q12 video switcher. The 2ME HVS-Q12 is a 3G switcher that is software upgradable to 12G and provides 3 M/E equivalent operation with MELite technology.

Designed for broadcast control rooms and live event production, it is a compact 4RU, but provides up to 60 inputs and 30 outputs in 3G mode and up to 42 inputs and 21 outputs in 12G. Up to 8 keyers are available per M/E at HD/3G. Four keyers are available for 12G transmission.

The HVS-Q12 has an IP interface for both Dante and NDI support.

NAB 2026

Satoshi Kanemura, President & COO, FOR-A America will moderate a panel session titled “Software-Defined Powered by AI Equals Fluidity for Broadcast Operations,” featuring former CBS VP of Engineering Robert Seidel, and Advanced Systems Group Chief Innovation Officer Claudia Souza during the NAB Show.

The session will be held on Tuesday, April 21st at 11:30 PDT.