Archive of the ENG Category

Hiltron introduced the Hiltron HSACU satellite newsgathering (SNG) controller, which provided fully automated satellite auto-acquisition, at IBC2011.

Full control of the Hiltron HSACU can be performed locally or from a remote IP browser. Local control is achieved via front-panel pushbuttons and a color touch-panel graphic display. In IP remote control mode, the entire system can be controlled from wherever is convenient. Fully automated acquisition of accessible satellites can be achieved within less than two minutes. An internal DVB-S/S2 tuner is provided for satellite verification. more

Panasonic launched at IBC2011 the HDC-Z10000, a 2-D/3-D camcorder with integrated twin-lens that is compatible with the AVCHD 3D/progressive standard.

The new camcorder provides broadcast image quality for 2-D and 3-D filming, manual operations for professional use and uncompromising audio quality. more

TVU Networks introduced the TVUPack Mini, a small, lightweight portable live video transmission system that uses one or more wireless data cards to broadcast live events in HD or SD from virtually any location direct to Web at IBC2011.

The Mini weighs less than 2lbs and is designed to fit with a variety of camera setups. The Mini can be used as a standalone unit, in a belt or shoulder-mounted case, or can be mounted directly to a camera between the camera and its battery using industry-standard VMount or Gold Mount battery plates. more

Panasonic Europe will highlight its vision for the future of broadcast through the exploration of its latest camcorder and display technology, advancements to its flexible codec and workflow solutions, and its involvement in the 2012 Olympics at IBC2011.

Panasonic will showcase cutting-edge workflow, metadata management and archiving solutions designed to streamline the recording and production process from capture to delivery. more