HDRFX1

HDRFX1 is a high dynamic range video processing system designed to enhance contrast, color fidelity, and detail in digital content. Introduced by HDRTech Industries in 2022, HDRFX1 integrates tone mapping, color management, and upscaling into a compact hardware module with an accompanying software suite for real-time and offline workflows. The system is intended for professional broadcast, post‑production, and streaming pipelines.

Technical details include support for 12-bit or higher source material and multiple HDR formats, notably HDR10 and HLG, with optional support for HDR10+. It handles resolutions up to 4K at 60 frames per second and can process 4:4:4 color as well as 4:2:2 for broader compatibility. The device employs per-pixel tone mapping, perceptual brightness targets, and color-management pipelines that respect Rec.2020 color space and PQ encoding. Outputs are available via SDI and HDMI interfaces, with metadata embeddable for downstream devices.

Architecture and performance are based on an FPGA‑driven real-time processing path, complemented by onboard acceleration for denoising and artifact suppression. The software suite provides scene‑based adjustment controls, built‑in LUTs, and a programmable tone‑mapping curve. It supports batch processing for offline grading and offers APIs for integration into existing production pipelines.

Applications and reception: In broadcast and post‑production environments, HDRFX1 is used to normalize HDR content for mixed‑format workflows and to optimize viewer brightness while preserving detail. It is also employed in streaming playout centers and high‑end gaming streams. Industry feedback highlights its compact form factor and efficient power use, with some users requesting broader format compatibility and more granular metadata control.

See also: High dynamic range, HDR10, HLG, Rec.2020.