LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, MAY 16, 2008—Aviom, exclusive developer of the world’s most powerful audio transport protocol, A-Net®, is showcasing the latest addition to its innovative Pro64® Series of audio distribution products, the 6416m Mic Input Module, at InfoComm 2008 (Booth C4175) along with companion products, the RCI Remote Control Interface and the MCS Mic Control Surface. Aviom’s newest products all target the installation, production, live performance, broadcast and post-production markets. more
ALAMEDA, CALIFORNIA, MAY 16, 2008—Clear-Com® Communication Systems has announced that it is now shipping its newly enhanced CellCom10® digital wireless system. The upgraded version of its popular wireless intercommunication system, which is being showcased at this year’s InfoComm (Booth C3583), brings broad connectivity and mobility to enable users to have beltpack-to-beltpack conversations or small group conferences, linking them via the basestation to Party-line and Digital Matrix systems. more
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, MAY 16, 2008—Clear-Com® Communication Systems, the leading innovator of communications systems for the broadcast, live performance, government and commercial markets, is bringing intercom solutions to the desktop PC with the introduction of its first software-based intercom system, Clear-Com Concert, at InfoComm 2008 (Booth C3583). This new multi-user conferencing and intercom product provides the pro AV and permanent installation market with a reliable and cost-effective way to deliver high-quality communications to its customers. more
Camp Eggers, Kabul, Afghanistan…. Military operations such as those conducted by our US forces in Afghanistan require extensive planning, highly specialized training, and a host of additional considerations in order to maximize safety and efficiency. Documenting activities is a crucial part of this process, as it enables others to learn from previous situations and be better prepared for the realities of life in a hostile environment. The process of documenting these activities is one job of Jack Pagano, and included in his equipment arsenal is a wireless system from Lectrosonics. more
Calling it a “new generation newsroom computer system“, the Octopus Newsroom company presented its new product Octopus6 capable of using independent platforms simultaneously, reaching free operating systems. According to Octopus Newsroom company CEO, Petr Stokuc, the Octopus6 is expected to find wider use among users in broadcasting, where the independancy of platforms and the fast access to information are key issues.
Octopus 6 brings a brand new Apple FCP plug-in that gives users full access to stories and scripts while editing a video footage. With this feature the users will be able to edit both video and text at the same time on one screen.
There are many new features as well as further fine-tuning from Octopus5 that can bring even more friendly working environment, detailed customisation and improved work with media to create the workflow that best meets the user’s requirements.
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About OCTOPUS Newsroom: OCTOPUS Newsroom is European Company, established
in 1998, focused mainly on Newsroom Computer System development and providing the
support for its customers. OCTOPUS is well known for its simple, yet very intuitive and
powerful user interface based on the revolutionary ideas of their users, while
implementing all the features necessary for effective and efficient day-to-day newsroom
operation. Running in newsrooms all around the world, many of which are 24/7 news
channels OCTOPUS proves to be a possible substitute for any other NRCS system on the
market. With wires, faxes, emails, web feeds, story scripting, approval statuses,
automatic rundown scheduling and many other small, but very useful features, OCTOPUS
helps more than 1000 users daily to bring their latest news on air. OCTOPUS integrates
with all widely-known automation, asset management, graphics and prompting solutions,
supporting latest MOS specifications.
Besides OCTOPUS6, additional products are available for the market: OCTOPUS FIELD
REPORTER, a platform-independent offline client; OCTOPUS VIDEO TWISTER, a videomedia management tool;
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MINNEAPOLIS, MN (May 16, 2008) – Vaddio, the leading designer and OEM distributor of specialty PTZ cameras and high-end camera control systems used in the broadcasting, audio/visual and videoconferencing industries, introduced the newest addition to the ProductionVIEW line of camera control systems, ProductionVIEW HD. Designed to handle the most demanding live broadcast or staging events, yet it’s still simple enough to allow a novice to control a multi-camera shoot like a pro. ProductionVIEW HD integrates PTZ camera control and multi-format HD/SD live switching with real-time graphics and effects into one easy-to-use control console.
“The completely redesigned control surface gives system users real-time knobs and switches to control functions, as opposed to an endless programming menu,” stated Rob Sheeley, president and CEO. “Because ProductionVIEW HD is a live broadcast production console, not a computer, the entire system produces only one frame of delay – a critical requirement for live production where image magnification is used.”
The system’s multi-format 6 x 2 switcher accepts any combination of input signals from HD component video, RGBHV and SD video (HD at component 1080P, 1080i and 720p; SD video Y/C or composite; and RGBHV up to UXGA resolutions). All inputs feature both up/down conversion capabilities, while other mixers only include two discrete outputs for independent program feeds – each having its own user selectable output resolutions.
A wide variety of transitions, including cuts, dissolves and wipes, can be achieved through user-selectable buttons built into the control surface. Furthermore, a new Lower Screen Graphic (LSG) function allows users to add lower third graphics to their presentations.
Camera control elements include a broadcast-style Hall Effect Joystick with twist handle zoom control, as well as separate Pan, Tilt and Speed control knobs. There are six discrete auto-sensing RS-232 camera control ports and 12 camera pre-sets per camera for storing frequent shots. Additional lens features include a large production-style Manual Focus wheel, an Iris control knob allowing for live manual adjustments, push control buttons for auto iris and focus, and a Zoom Speed knob to control the speed of the electronic zoom lens.
ProductionVIEW HD is compatible with Vaddio, Sony, and Canon PTZ camera systems.
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About Vaddio:
Vaddio is the leading designer and OEM distributor of specialty PTZ cameras and high-end camera control systems used in the broadcasting, audio/visual and videoconferencing industry. Headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, Vaddio also has operations throughout the Americas, as well as sales and support partners throughout the world. More information can be found on the Vaddio website, www.vaddio.com or at (800) 572.2011.
Hayward, Calif. — May 14, 2008 — PANORAMAdtv, the video products division of Wohler Technologies Inc., today announced that Canal Overseas, a division of leading French broadcast group Canal+, is using the HDCC-200A HD/SD-SDI closed-captioning bridge to enable efficient handling and storage of World System Teletext (WST) subtitle data within an HD/SD playout infrastructure. By encoding subtitles within an HD ingest workflow and subsequently decoding those subtitles back at the time of playout, this new card supports a single cost-effective video ingest and playout workflow regardless of the availability of subtitles. It also adds to the bottom line by eliminating the need for duplication of SD and HD video storage. more
May 14, 2008—IntraCom Systems’ Software IP Intercom System, VCOM, was a key element of the complex communications and IFB system for the global Pangea Day event on May 10 in Los Angeles.
Pangea Day is a global event bringing the world together through film, live music, and visionary speakers. It was broadcast live in seven languages to millions of people worldwide through the internet, television, and mobile phones. The production involved the real-time interaction of the main venue in Los Angeles with live shows in London; Cairo, Egypt; Mumbai, India; Kigali, Rowanda; and Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.
Jess Heimlich, a professional intercom industry veteran with Digital Communications Systems, Las Vegas, led the communications team from the Los Angeles site, which was equipped with a Telex ADAM system in the main production truck. VCOM was used as the interconnect between the local venue and the remotes—each of which required a communications path and IFB circuit. The VCOM System accomplished this via an IP connection at each venue carried over the public internet. “This new technique offers greatly expanded capability as well as far superior audio quality and intelligibility compared with typical telephone connections. The high cost of international telephone circuits being used for extended periods over several days of set up was also eliminated,” said David Brand, Chief Development Officer, IntraCom Systems, LLC. more
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