The Avenue 5825 Layering Engine Control Panel is a real panel with real buttons to control keying and vision mixing functions positively and instantly. The panel features a front panel LCD display that shows thumbnails of sources allowing instant verification of switching selections. When used alongside the award winning web browser interface that can be accessed with any web browser enabled device such as an iPad or laptop computer, all of the functionality of the powerful switching and keying system can be harnessed in a compact, easy-to-use control position. The control panel is connected via IP allowing access from anywhere on the network, and can be powered via POE for easy, single wire hook up. Source selection, cuts, dissolves, and three levels of keying can be independently controlled via the panel. The Avenue 5825 panel works with other interfaces making it the perfect solution for use with automation. The operator can quickly and positively override automation functions in the event of a service disruption or equipment failure.