News Release

For Immediate Release

Iroquois, ON, Canada – November 24, 2008 – Ordos TV, located in Inner Mongolia, has invested in a Ross Vision 2X Multi-Definition Production Switcher for their new OB Van. more…

SALT LAKE CITY — Nov. 20, 2008 — Utah Scientific, a leading manufacturer of routing switchers and related products for broadcast, today announced that Austin Community College, of Austin, Texas, has installed a UTAH-400 router and associated control panels to support the digital upgrade of a 1,200-square-foot television studio used by students studying broadcast technology. The college collaborated with systems integrator Commercial Video Systems, also located in Austin, on the renovation. more…

Whether it’s for a cable or broadcast network, a locally originated TV show, a corporate production, wedding/event videography, or an independent digital movie, today’s new generation of Canon’s lightweight digital HD camcorders are increasingly the choice of a wide range of professional users. Canon constantly refines its professional HD camcorders, with the new XH A1S and XH G1S being the most recent models to be upgraded. Both HD camcorders incorporate enhanced features for improved operation, including greater image control and improved audio capabilities. more…

SAN DIEGO — Nov. 20, 2008 — Broadcast systems integrator TV Magic is hosting a vendor demo day Thursday, December 4, with featured presenters from Miranda, Hitachi, Stantron, and APC. Companies will discuss their new and existing product lines, including digital production HDTV cameras, 3Gbps/HD/SD video and audio processors, HD/SD graphics processors, and power distribution and sequencing systems. They will also offer product demonstrations and provide attendees with the opportunity for hands-on product use. more…

PHOENIX, AZ—The students at the newly constructed Walter Cronkite School of Journalism, a recent addition to Arizona State University’s downtown Phoenix campus, are finding great communication solutions in Clear-Com® Communication Systems, a brand of The Vitec Group. The new 223,000 square foot educational institution, which opened in August 2008 after breaking ground with Walter Cronkite himself back in February 2007, has opened its doors with a comprehensive Clear-Com intercom system as the main communications hub for its print and broadcast news emporium. Recognizing the school’s educational mission to train students in a real-life environment, Clear-Com elected to provide a donation of some of the equipment that was installed. more…

November 20, 2008 — Markham, Ontario: Digital Rapids — a leading developer of solutions for bringing television, video and movie content to the Internet and the latest generation of viewing devices — today announced the appointment of Barry Fairhurst as Vice President of Sales.

Based in Digital Rapids’ Markham, Ontario head office, Fairhurst will be responsible for the development, implementation and management of sales strategies and processes in support of the company’s continuing strong growth and broad customer base. Fairhurst joins Digital Rapids following 13 years at Avid Canada, having managed Avid’s direct and indirect sales and customer support operations. more…

Innovations include DVI-6000 DVI Fiber Optic Link and LiGHTBoX 3Gb/s Transport Solution

LOCUST VALLEY, NY – MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems, a leading provider of fiber optics for the transport of video and audio for broadcast & pro A/V applications, will unveil the latest advancements in fiber optic transport technology at the Government Video Technology Expo 2008 (GV Expo) being held December 3-4, 2008 in Washington, DC (Booth #615).

“MultiDyne will introduce the DVI-6000, a high-performance transport solution for high-quality DVI, VGA and component signals over one fiber,” said Bob McAlpine, vice president of global sales and business development. “We have also taken our affordable, future-proof fiber transport solutions and packaged them in the LiGHTBoX, an award-winning field-portable system for applications where battery-powered equipment is required.” more…

C100 Delivers the Digital Pathway Necessary for DTV Broadcasting in 2009

WEST PALM BEACH, FL – Solid State Logic, manufacturer of high quality digital consoles for the broadcast market, is pleased to announce the installation of a C100 HD console at WPTV News Channel 5. The station, an NBC affiliate and part of the Scripps-Howard network of stations, provides live local and national news coverage and weather reporting. The 32-fader, 64-channel C100 HD console supports the audio throughput of on-air news personalities and server based content, while streamlining the production flow of the station and delivering the digital pathway necessary for the all-digital broadcast mandate in 2009. more…

Searches on a wide range of high-quality products for the broadcast, professional video,

and digital cinema markets result in www.HDCameraGuide.com being prominently displayed.

NEW YORK, N.Y., November 20, 2008 – Do a Google search using the keywords “HD Camera Leaders” and HD Camera Guide (www.HDCameraGuide.com), a site officially launched less than a month ago appears on page 1 in the non-paid listings.

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MegaFilm’s Elaborate Costume Drama for Mega TV Achieves a Cinematic Look

By Utilizing a Full Set of Canon’s Six Cine Prime Lenses and a Cine Zoom Lens

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., November 19, 2008 – The creation of high-quality television programming requires top talent and the best production technology available to achieve the director’s creative vision. For MegaFilms (the filmed entertainment division of the Spanish Broadcasting System), this meant shooting its acclaimed 12-hour miniseries, Gabriel with a full set of six High-Definition Electronic Cinematography (HD-EC) prime lenses and an HJ8×5.5B KLL-SC cine zoom lens from the Broadcast and Communications division of Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging.

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