The CtrlMovie IMS is a DCI certified Integrated Media Block (IMB) designed for interactive cinema. It integrates directly into existing projection systems, is compatible with a wide range of Series II projectors. The IMS enables interactive movie experiences with real-time audience engagement, while also supporting standard DCI playback for linear content.
KEY FEATURES
DCI MXF 4K / 2K playback
3D Processing (Dolby 3D, RealD)
A/V Forensic Marking (Civolution)
SMPTE/CineCanvas/3D Subtitle Rendering
HFR support
CtrlMovie® playback
SECURITY
FIPS 140-2 compliant / DCI certified IMB
Full-featured Hardware Security Manager
AES 128 Decryption
Communication
2x Gbit ethernet
2x USB 3.0
INPUT/OUTPUT
DLP Cinema Series 2 IMB Interface
2x 3G-SDI Out
4x 3G-SDI In
16ch AES/EBU Out via RJ45
VIDEO PROCESSING
JPEG2000 decoder (ISO/IEC 15444-1)
12 bit X’Y’Z’, DCI-compliant
2K@24/25/30/50/60/120fps
4K@24/25/30fps
3D: up to 2K@60fps
AUDIO PROCESSING
64ch to 16ch downmix (CtrlMovie)
PCM, 24bit, 96kHz
5.1/7.1 to stereo downmix
The CtrlMovie EMS is a 19" 2HE rack-mounted external media server built around the CtrlMovie IMS. It features dual SSDs in RAID 1 configuration and a 5" AMOLED touch display for direct control of Screen Management functions. The EMS connects to the cloud-based CtrlMovie Theater Management System, enabling interactive movie playback and remote management.
The system is designed to be installed alongside an existing media block setup. It includes a separate 19" 1HE rack-mounted programmable AES audio switch. Audio from the EMS is routed through the audio switch into the cinema processor, while the existing media block audio is also connected to the switch. Digital audio input for the cinema processor can then be switched via TMS/SMS macro functions. Video output is provided through a 3G-SDI port supporting 2K@30fps.
The EMS comes with two ethernet ports: one for the internal cinema network to control automation devices and trigger SMS macros, and another for internet access to communicate with the CtrlMovie cloud.
The CtrlMovie Theater Management System (TMS) is a cloud-based web application that provides centralised management of content, scheduling, and playback across multiple theatre locations. It connects to CtrlMovie media servers on-site, enabling remote content ingestion, show playlist creation, automated scheduling, and real-time monitoring — all from a single dashboard.
Manage theatre locations, auditoriums, and equipment from a single interface. Role-based access control supports Organisation Managers, Show Managers, Technicians, and Distributors — each with tailored permissions and dashboards.
Ingest Digital Cinema Packages (DCPs) remotely or from local storage. Manage Composition Playlists (CPLs), track content across locations, and handle Key Delivery Messages (KDMs) for secure, encrypted playback of protected content.
Create show playlists from available CPLs, schedule screenings across auditoriums, and automate auditorium operations with screen macros — controlling projectors, lights, curtains, and audio processors through a unified automation system.
CtrlMovie Packager software simplifies the creation and delivery of interactive and linear Digital Cinema Packages (DCP) optimized for CtrlMovie IMB playback. It offers a user-friendly interface for encoding, localization, and Key Delivery Message (KDM) creation, making it perfect for creating interactive movies, documentaries, trailers, and ads from CtrlMovie content or Prores media.
