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| | | | SSL C10 Compact Broadcast Console Delivers the news for KOTV and KQCW
 “We wanted a console backed by a manufacturer with a solid reputation and years of broadcast experience”
KOTV and KQCW, owned by Griffin Communications as CBS and CW affiliate stations respectively, recently opened a new 57,000-square-foot, broadcast facility that relies on a Solid State Logic C10 HD Compact Broadcast Console to cover audio for news, weather and specialty programming. The Tulsa, Oklahoma-based production facility houses both stations, but also has dedicated fiber lines between it and sister station KWTV in Oklahoma City to streamline production resources for statewide news coverage. The C10 HD was chosen for its advanced features, compact size and sound quality, in addition to SSL’s industry reputation for building high-quality products.
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| | | | Bexel Expands 4K and HD Camera Solutions
 Company to Showcase New Offerings and Equipment Sales at Cine Gear Expo
Bexel, a unit of the Vitec Group's Services Division and a leading worldwide provider of broadcast services and solutions, has expanded its selection of camera solutions with the purchase of four Sony F55 cameras, a compatible selection of PL-mount Fujinon Cabrio Lenses, as well as 10 Canon EOS C300 cameras. The new camera packages will be on display at Cine Gear Expo (Booth #98C), which runs May 31 through June 1 in Los Angeles.
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| | | | Actua Films Relies On Studio Technologies Live-Link Remote Camera Interface Units For Sng And Production Trucks
 Live-Link Provides Streamlined Setup and Reliable Service for Breaking-News Applications
Actua Films, a facility service provider for local and international TV stations, corporations and TV networks with offices in Geneva and Paris, relies on the Studio Technologies Live-Link Remote Camera Interface System for its satellite news-gathering (SNG) and production trucks. The company provides services ranging from a fleet of trucks deploying camera crews for news and sporting events across Europe, to editing facilities for post production, 4K and HD feature film/documentary production, through its sister company, PointProd. Actua employs the Live-Link system for breaking news and time-sensitive interview applications, where high reliability and a speedy setup are imperative.
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| | | | Studio Technologies Demonstrates MODEL 5190 Remote Control unit at The 2013 NAB show
 Users Can Access 5100-Series Modules from iPad, iPhone or Other Internet-Capable Devices
Studio Technologies Inc., the manufacturer of tailored, high-performance video, audio and fiber-optic products for the professional audio and broadcast markets, demonstrates its new Model 5190 Remote Access Module at the 2013 NAB Show (Booth C5449). The 5190 allows for the remote control and monitoring of key functions of Studio Technologies’ popular 5100-Series of audio modules via the Internet from an iPad®, iPhone® or other Internet-capable device. The demonstration links a standard 10/100 Ethernet port via the 5190 with up to 16 5100-Series modules. Resources within the 5190, including Web-server and SNMP agent applications, provide the actual user experience.
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| | | | Studio Technologies Debuts Live-Link Remote Camera Interface System For 4K Production At The 2013 NAB SHOW
 Studio Technologies Inc., the manufacturer of tailored high-performance audio, video and fiber-optic products for the professional audio, installation and broadcast markets, will debut the Live-Link 07X-series of remote camera interface systems at the 2013 NAB Show (Booth C5449). Purpose built to accommodate the technical requirements for emerging 4K-based broadcast production workflows and camera systems, the 07X-series is ideally suited for live sports and event productions. This newest member of the Live-Link family delivers all the power and flexibility of the standard Live-Link system, along with the unique resources required by broadcasters seeking a 4K solution. The camera end unit features four 3G-SDI-compatible inputs to accommodate data-intensive 4K digital video streams and an additional 3G/HD/SD-SDI input for an alternate digital video stream. The camera end unit also includes a 3G/HD/SD-SDI return from the control room unit for confidence monitoring. All signals are transported using just two strands of single-mode fiber, one each for signals in each direction.
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| | | | Studio Technologies Announces sale of eight StudioComm 76DA/77 Surround Monitoring systems to Rogers Media
 Systems Address Both Digital - and Analog-Input Speakers
Studio Technologies, Inc., the manufacturer of tailored high-performance audio, video and fiber-optic products for the professional audio, installation and broadcast markets, is pleased to announce that Rogers Media Inc., a subsidiary of Rogers Communications Inc., one of Canada’s largest media providers, has installed eight StudioComm 76DA/77 5.1 Surround Monitoring Systems throughout its newly upgraded production facilities. Rogers Media operates the Citytv and OMNI Television networks, comprising 10 television stations and specialty channels, including Sportsnet, OLN, G4 Canada and others, along with 45 FM and nine AM radio stations across Canada. The Studio Technologies 76DA/77 units provide Rogers Media with flexible integration into the existing equipment infrastructure and a consistent user interface, delivering reliable and high-quality audio monitoring selection of surround and stereo audio sources.
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| | | | NAB 2013: Vizrt and Vimond partner for innovative over-the-top TV technology
Vizrt Ltd and Vimond Media Solutions announced today a partnership to bring powerful over-the-top TV technology to the media industry. At NAB 2013, Vizrt will display how the technology gives broadcasters complete control of their video content across platforms while providing the audience a compelling multiscreen experience.
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| | | | Maple Leaf Sports + Entertainment Makes The Play With SSL C10 HD Compact Broadcast Console
 Maple Leaf Sports + Entertainment (MLSE) recently upgraded its audio production control room with a Solid State Logic C10 HD Compact Broadcast Console. MLSE is a major force in Canadian sports through owning the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), the Toronto Raptors (NBA), the Toronto FC (MLS) and the Toronto Marlies (AHL), along with the Air Canada Center, BMO Field and Richo Coliseum sports venues and LEAFS TV, NBA TV Canada and GOLTV (soccer) Canada. The C10 is primarily used for live pre- and post-game shows for the different sports teams, as well as in-house productions that are pre-taped for later broadcast. The C10 brings with it advanced design and reliability for consistent live to air performance and SSL’s industry wide reputation for quality products and support.
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| | | | SSL Introduces Significant Upgrade To C10 HD Compact Broadcast Console With New V4 Software At NAB 2013
 New software expands power and introduces significant new features for the leading mid-scale console.
Solid State Logic is proud to announce new V4 Software for the innovative and industry-leading C10 HD Compact Broadcast Console at the 2013 NAB Show (Booth C2617). The new V4 software release introduces a range of features and options that significantly expand the capability of the C10, demonstrating the company’s commitment to continuous improvement. The C10 turned the industry upside down by delivering exceptional power at an attractive price point, and the legacy continues with this new system upgrade.
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| | | | RF Linkup Taps Studio Technologies Model 5130 Party-Line Interface Module
 Party-Line Interface Module Streamlines Setup and Workflow
RF Linkup, Inc., a company providing satellite uplink services for the past 20 years for clients ranging from ABC, NBC and CBS to Fox Sports and ESPN, calls on Studio Technologies’ Model 5130 Party-Line Interface Module as the go-to comms interface for its uplink trucks. The company uses the 5130 to interface comms through a fiber link between its uplink truck and other OB production trucks on location, yielding an easy-to-set-up, straightforward-to-use system that quickly and reliably solves comms problems in the field.
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| | | | White Mark Designs A New Film Sound Facility In Moscow
 After three years of intense work, UK studio design consultancy White Mark Ltd has completed a massive project in Moscow that involved designing and building a new, state of the art film sound facility for Russian company CineLab Ltd.
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| | | | Three Custom Consoles Module-R desks chosen for 5 News London
 See Custom Consoles on stand C6-42 at CABSAT 2013, World Trade Centre, 12-14 March
Custom Consoles announces the completion of a new furniture installation at the headquarters of Channel 5 in the City of London. Two multi-seat desks have been installed in the main production gallery plus a third desk in the adjacent audio control room. All are based on the Module-R product range. The installation forms part of a major technical refurbishment by Independent Television News (ITN) which produces 5 News.
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| | | | WBBH Relies On Studio Technologies Live-Link Jr. Remote Camera System for News Coverage
 Unit Supplies Video, Audio, IFB and Comms over Fiber for New DSNG Truck
WBBH, the NBC affiliate serving the Fort Myers, Punta Gorda and Naples region of Florida, relies on Studio Technologies’ Live-Link Jr. Remote Camera System for its recently deployed HD satellite truck. The Live-Link Jr. camera and truck units connect through two strands of single-mode fiber optic cable to carry one 3G/HD/SD-SDI video path in each direction along with embedded audio. The system also gives WBBH the ability to carry IFB (talent cueing) and Party Line (PL) comms down the same SDI stream.
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| | | | KVIE Moves Up To Solid State Logic C10 HD Compact Broadcast Console
 “The C10 gives us a very powerful, feature-rich console that offers SSL’s traditional layout, service and support.”
KVIE, the PBS member station serving nearly four million viewers in the Sacramento/Modesto/Stockton area of California, has upgraded its Audio Control Room A with a Solid State Logic C10 HD Compact Broadcast Console. Replacing an aging analogue desk, the C10 HD was selected to fulfill a range of requirements that are typical of a thriving mid-scale broadcaster upgrading to HD production: compact size, affordability, simplicity of installation, reliability, longevity, and crucially, operation by a wide range of non specialist staff.
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| | | | Studio Technologies Offers Live-Link Remote Camera Interface System for 4K Production
 Studio Technologies Inc., the manufacturer of tailored high-performance audio, video and fiber-optic products for the professional audio, installation and broadcast markets, is pleased to announce that a new version of its best-selling Live-Link Remote Camera Interface System is now available for 4K applications. The 07X-series is ready to tackle the unique requirements of the emerging 4K camera systems.
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| | | | SSL C100 Digital Broadcast Console Streamlines Talk Shows For NBCUniversal's Stamford Media Center
 “The C100 gives us the power to do what we need to do very efficiently.”
The Stamford Media Center, a wholly owned subsidiary of NBCUniversal, recently installed a Solid State Logic C100 HDS Digital Broadcast Console in its unique audio/video control room, replacing an analogue console. Used to handle the audio for The Jerry Springer Show, Maury, Trisha Goddard and The Steve Wilkos Show, the C100 HDS provides plenty of console power in a compact control room. SSL’s reputation for excellent service combined with an industry-standard user interface helped make the C100 HDS the perfect choice for this application.
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| | | | Adobe Takes Major Step to Bring Broadcast TV Online
New Adobe MediaWeaver and Primetime Media Player Drive Unparalleled Consumer Reach and Revenue Opportunities for Content Publishers
Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) today unveiled major new components of Project Primetime, the industry’s first fully integrated video technology platform that publishes and monetizes broadcast TV content across any Web-connected device. Adobe® MediaWeaver®, Adobe’s new ad insertion service, dynamically places ads into content to maximize revenue. This new offering delivers a viewing experience that mirrors broadcast TV while also supporting audience targeting and analytics to increase media inventory value. Adobe also introduced Primetime Media Player, an industry-first player technology that allows TV content owners and distributors to maximize audience reach and ensure that all experiences are immediately monetizable through seamless ad insertion and analytics.
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| | | | Golf Channel Completes Facility Upgrade with SSL C100 HDS and C10 HD Consoles
 “Having all three audio control rooms with the same console features and interface is invaluable.”
Golf Channel, the world’s premiere distributor of golf-related programming, reaching over 120 million households worldwide, is currently upgrading all of its post-production and live suites at its Orlando studio as a facility-wide upgrade to HD/surround sound production. Control rooms PCR 1 and PCR 3 host a new Solid State Logic C100 HDS and C10 HD, respectively, joining the existing C100 HDS in PCR 2. The three consoles offer a consistent operator interface throughout the facility, all feature SSL’s Production Assistant options to help streamline production and are connected via a MORSE Router to enable audio asset sharing between studios.
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| | | | Multiple Solid State Logic C10 HD Consoles Drive HD Audio Upgrade For TVA
 Ross Overdrive compatibility a key factor in choosing C10
TVA, a subsidiary of Quebecor Media Inc., is in the process of installing three Solid State Logic C10 HD Compact Broadcast Consoles, one each in Control C, Control LCN and Control TVA Novelle. The consoles will be used to help TVA provide broadcast, production and package re-distribution services for Quebec province and national cable distribution throughout Canada. As part of a facility-wide move into HD/5.1 surround production, TVA chose C10 HD because of its audio quality, flexibility, small footprint and compatibility with Ross Overdrive automated production control systems.
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| | | | SSL C100 HDS Provides the Audio Power For SNY Sports Programming
 Dialogue Automix, 5.1 Upmix and Processor Redundancy Key for Installation
Leading sports broadcaster SNY recently installed a Solid State Logic C100 HDS Digital Broadcast Console in the audio control room of its studios at Rockefeller Center West in Manhattan. The console is the audio backbone for the network, servicing all programs produced in its studios, which include New York Mets pre- and post-game shows, New York Jets post-game shows, Geico SportsNite and Daily News Live! to name a few. The C100 HDS is an upgrade from an older SSL C100 and, since being installed, the C100 HDS has worked flawlessly, providing the necessary processing redundancy to ensure constant performance for the network.
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| | | | Studio Technologies Live-Link Jr. Streamlines Live Event Setup for ARCTEK HD
 Live-Link Jr. Carries Video, Production Audio, Comms and IFB
ARCTEK HD, a Minneapolis-based company fielding four remote satellite trucks covering more than 500 events each year, recently acquired a Studio Technologies Live-Link Jr. Remote Camera Interface System to streamline the setup and operation of its remote cameras. The system transports one SDI video signal in each direction over fiber, supporting SD-, HD- and 3G-SDI signals, with all production audio, comms, IFB and support signals transported between the camera- and truck-end units as embedded SDI data.
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| | | | Studio Technologies Model 46 Makes the Comms Connection for Observe Outside Broadcast
 Unit Streamlines Setup and Operations for Live Broadcast Situations
Studio Technologies Model 46 2-Wire to 4-Wire interface is making the comms connection for Observe Outside Broadcast, a premier remote broadcast and TV company that covers sports and entertainment events in Ireland. The Observe fleet of OB vans consists of the flagship HD1 high/standard definition truck, capable of fielding 25 cameras; the HD2 high/standard definition truck, offering eight camera capabilities and the SS3 standard definition truck, which supports 22 cameras. The trucks cover sports events that include RBS 6 Nations Rugby and international soccer games. Studio Technologies Model 46 units were chosen to interface efficiently between the existing 4-wire, 96-port RTS Telex matrix systems found in each truck and the remote 2-wire beltpacks carried by crew members.
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| | | | New Broadcast Pix Fluent Rapid CG 2 Software Integrates with Daktronics Scoreboards for Instant, Automatic CG Updates
 Broadcast Pix™ has made available for download the release version of its new Fluent Rapid CG™ 2 software option for its Granite™ and Mica™ Video Control Centers™. The second-generation software can be integrated with Daktronics scoreboards controllers so as scores, clock, and other data change on a scoreboard, Fluent Rapid CG 2 automatically updates graphics created within Broadcast Pix’s built-in Harris Inscriber CG. Broadcast Pix will demonstrate the new functionality at InfoComm 2012, which runs June 13-15 in Las Vegas, Nev. (Booth C7345).
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| | | | MelroseMAC Launches MelroseTEC Consulting Division
Industry Veterans Brian Boring, Steve McCracken & Antonio Nacrur Head New Division Focused On Digital Workflow Solutions
Technology re-seller and systems integration company, MelroseMAC, is launching a new IT consulting and sales division, dubbed MelroseTEC (http://www.melrosemac.com/melrose-tec), to provide specialized technology solutions for production & post professionals. MelroseTEC sets a higher, dedicated standard of professional guidance and support, not only for parent company MelroseMAC but also for the entire industry.
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| | | | RTW and Calrec Announce Collaboration at The 2012 NAB SHOW
 RTW TM7 TouchMonitor To Be Integrated Into Calrec’s Range of Digital Audio Consoles
RTW (C1844), a leading manufacturer and distributor of professional audio metering and control devices for studio recording and radio and TV broadcast applications, and Calrec Audio, LTD (C1746), manufacturer of high-quality audio products, are jointly announcing at the 2012 NAB Show that the RTW TM7 TouchMonitor will be fully integrated into Calrec’s line of digital audio consoles.
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| | | | DTS Partners With ATEME To Deliver Premium Sound To The Next Generation Of VOD Services
ATEME Transcoders Integrate DTS Neural Surround™ Technology, Allowing Broadcasters to Bring the Surround Sound Experience into the Home
DTS, Inc. (Nasdaq: DTSI), a leader in high-definition audio, today announced an international agreement with ATEME, the leading provider of efficient video compression technology, to integrate DTS Neural Surround™ technology into its TITAN range of video transcoders, (click to tweet) enabling surround sound in the latest generation of IPTV, OTT and VOD services. This collaboration offers an end-to-end solution that allows broadcasters and service providers to deliver premium entertainment content with immersive audio into the home.
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| | | | DTS Joins Forces With Deluxe Digital Distribution To Enhance Audio Experience Across Digital Entertainment Marketplace
DTS Joins Forces With Deluxe Digital Distribution To Enhance Audio Experience Across Digital Entertainment Marketplace
DTS, Inc. (Nasdaq: DTSI), a leader in high-definition audio, today announced it has entered into an agreement with Deluxe Digital Distribution (D3), Inc. a subsidiary of Deluxe Entertainment Services Group Inc. By integrating DTS premium audio technologies into the Deluxe Digital Media Library, D3 continues to drive high-performance solutions to enhance their expanding catalog of premium titles. Leveraging their broad reach and industry expertise DTS’ agreement with Deluxe enables major studios and retailers to offer digitally streamed content with unparalleled audio quality.
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| | | | SSL Introduces V5 Software For C100 HDS Digital Broadcast Console At The 2012 NAB Show
 Upgrade Introduces Dual Operator Functionality
Solid State Logic, the world’s leading manufacturer of advanced analogue and digital audio consoles, is pleased to announce V5 software for the C100 HDS Digital Broadcast Console at the 2012 NAB Show (Booth C2013). This new software release will implement a range of features to enable Dual Operator Mode for SSL’s C100 HDS specialized broadcast console. While the development of V5 software responds to feedback from a wide range of SSL clients, the upgrade is particularly relevant to mobile installations where complex productions demand two operators but space and weight are at a premium.
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| | | | SSL Showcases New Broadcast Demonstration Vehicle At The 2012 NAB Show
 State-of-the-art Mobile Production Facility Available for Viewing at the SSL Booth
Solid State Logic, the world’s leading manufacturer of analogue and digital audio consoles and control surfaces, is showcasing its new Broadcast Demonstration Vehicle on the main floor at the 2012 NAB Show (Booth C2013). The 30-foot truck features a C10 HD Compact Broadcast Console, the full range of SSL Broadcast I/O and essential broadcast technologies from its partners Genelec, Miranda and RTS, all housed in a RBDG-designed environment.
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| | | | Bexel Ramps Up Its Presence At The 2012 NAB Show With Two Booths
Company Highlights Both Rental and Sales Divisions on the Show Floor
At this year’s 2012 NAB Show, Bexel, a unit of the Vitec Group’s Services Division, and the most respected and sought after provider of broadcast services and solutions, will host two booths—Bexel Rentals (Booth C6833) and Bexel Professional Sales (Booth C9046)—each highlighting the company’s expertise and diverse solutions for live broadcast events.
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| | | | Roland Systems Group Releases Software Update to the Flagship M-480 V-Mixer
Roland Systems Group (RSG) has released a new firmware update (V1.5) for their popular M-480 V-Mixer console. This firmware update comes only six months after a previous firmware release demonstrating a continued commitment to supporting users of V-Mixer Consoles. The M-480, like the M-400, M-380, and M-300, is the central component in a VMixing System with integrated Digital Snakes, multi-channel recording and the world’s finest personal mixing system.
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| | | | Solid State Logic's Broadcast Equipment Demonstration Vehicle Begins Its Epic U.S. Tour
 SSL teams up with technology partners Genelec, Miranda and RTS to showcase the C10 HD Compact Broadcast Console in a state-of-the-art mobile broadcast studio
Solid State Logic is proud to announce its newly completed Broadcast Equipment Demonstration Vehicle has set out on a non-stop tour of the United States and Canada. The tour began in San Antonio, Texas on Feb 1, 2012 and will continue onwards for the next three years. The custom designed mobile production vehicle features SSL's C10 HD Compact Broadcast Console and associated routing and I/O solutions in conjunction with all of the key audio and video monitoring and communications systems required for a modern broadcast production facility. Housed in a Russ Berger designed acoustically accurate space, the vehicle enables potential clients to have hands-on experience of SSL's on-air audio production technology right outside their front door.
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| | | | PandaPanther Soars with Activision's Skylanders Spyro's Adventure Promotion
 PandaPanther husband and wife duo Jonathan Garin and Naomi Nishimura, in conjunction with 72andSunny, directed a 2:00 minute promo spot for Activision's new entertainment property "Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure," which was released on Oct. 16th in North America. The promo, which was created to illustrate the Skylanders' back story, can be seen as a :90 spot on TV and online. The full 2:00 piece will be shown in theaters as a stereoscopic 3D trailer before the upcoming Puss In Boots 3D motion picture.
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| | | | Todd-AO Upgrades ADR Facilities in Hollywood
 In the latest phase of a continuing effort to expand and upgrade its sound facilities, Todd-AO has completed a full technical overhaul of ADR stage 5 at its Hollywood studios. One of the largest facilities of its type in Hollywood, the ADR stage has been equipped with a new Pro Tools workstation, a Soundmaster ION operating environment and a Christie HD playback system.
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| | | | Fujinon Lenses Fit the Bill for Newest HD Truck at F&F Productions
 Although the oldest privately held mobile production facility provider in the U.S., F&F Productions strives to keep all of the equipment on its HD mobile units as current as possible. Every truck in its fleet is equipped with FUJINON lenses, for a total of 90 lenses from the manufacturer.
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| | | | Bluefish444 Announces Lightspeed Integration w/ AMD Firepro SDI-Link Platform
Applications include live broadcast graphics, 2D/3D visual effects, video transcoding and real-time SDI previews for post production workflows, including color grading, compositing, grain removal and animation.
Bluefish444, manufacturer of the industry’s highest-quality uncompressed SD/HD/2K video cards, announced its Lightspeed™ driver for the Epoch video card range. The Lightspeed™ driver is Bluefish444’s integration technology for SDI I/O with the AMD FirePro™ SDI – Link Technology Platform.
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| | | | AMD to showcase AMD FirePro V7900 and V5900 with customer demonstrations at IBC 2011
New high-end graphics card improves performance for GPU-reliant applications like Maya, 3ds Max, NX and SolidWorks
AMD today unveiled its line-up of technology and customer demonstrations scheduled to take place at the company’s booth (hall 7, H35) at IBC 2011. The show will provide attendees with a first look at the AMD FirePro V7900 and V5900, the new flagship models of its workstation-class professional graphics cards which deliver strong application performance in broadcast workflows. The cards reduce the cost and complexity of immersive visualization applications such as stereo 3D
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| | | | Aviom Celebrates 10 Years Of Innovation
Company Commemorates Milestone Introductions and Continued Developments, from A-Net Digital Audio Protocol to the All-New AllFrame Multi-Modular I/O System
This year Aviom (InfoComm booth 415) marks its 10th year of creating reliable, high-fidelity digital audio solutions. With the development of A-Net® in 2001, Aviom introduced a digital audio protocol that not only made it possible to drive the world’s first practical digital personal mixing solution but a technology that would fundamentally change the nature of digital audio distribution.
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| | | | Solid State Logic C100 HDS Digital Broadcast Console Creates Positive Impact Worldwide
SSL Flagship Digital Console Favored by Wide Range of Facilities
The Solid State Logic C100 HDS continues to impact the high-end of the broadcast and production studio spectrum with continued sales into commercial broadcast and educational facilities around the world. Heading into V4 Software at the 2011 NAB Show (Booth C3310), the feature-rich C100 HDS delivers ultra-reliable operation, ease of use, quality sound and compatibility with SSL’s Integration I/O range of cost-effective, MADI-based distribution and format conversion products.
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| | | | Vizrt and Vimond enter into collaboration to offer complete online and mobile platform
Vizrt, a leading provider of digital media software for the TV and online publishing industries, announced today that it has entered into a collaboration with Vimond Media Solutions, a company providing a platform for monetizing superior, engaging and attractive end-user experiences based on live and on-demand video services to a range of internet connected devices.
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| | | | SSL Announces Mosart Medialab Newscast Automation Support At The 2011 NAB Show
New Developments Demonstrate Continued Commitment to Full Integration with Production Automation Systems
Recognizing that live production automation is a growing part of broadcast production, Solid State Logic announces support for Mosart Medialab’s Newscast Automation System at the 2011 NAB Show (Booth C3310). Aimed at increasing the number of automation systems compatible with current C10 HD and C100 HDS Digital Broadcast Consoles, the Mosart Medialab implementation joins Ross Overdrive and Sony ELC in the growing list of SSL-supported systems. SSL will also announce a major software upgrade for existing C100 HD consoles that will provide access to production automation systems.
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| | | | Roland Systems Group Unveils New Flagship V-Mixer Digital Console
Today at the NAB show, Roland Systems Group added the M-480 Digital Mixing Console to its award-winning V-Mixing System lineup. The M-480, like the M-400, M-380, and M-300, is the central component in a full V-Mixing System. The Roland M-480 V-Mixer boasts a powerful new mixing engine, providing a premium console choice. But the M-480 is more than a digital mixing console; it is the heart of a VMixing System with perfectly integrated Digital Snakes, Personal Mixing and Multi-Channel Recording components.
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| | | | Digital Rapids Unveils Quartet of New Products and Upgrades for Live Multi-Screen Encoding and Streaming
Digital Rapids has unveiled a wide array of new products and enhancements in the company's comprehensive range of encoders for live multi-screen delivery. The new offerings include the launch of the StreamZ Live IP encoder for repurposing live IP-based inputs; significant performance increases in the StreamZHD Live ABR adaptive streaming encoder; new remote management capabilities for the TouchStream live streaming appliance; and a preview of a new hybrid encoder, extending Digital Rapids' proven, multi-screen encoding benefits into 'traditional' television applications in the broadcast, cable, satellite and telco markets.
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| | | | SSL ‘C-Play’ Embeds Professional Audio Playout System Into C10 HD And C100 HDS Digital Broadcast Consoles
 C-Play Delivers Significant Ergonomic and Workflow Advantages and Removes the Need for Dedicated Playout Systems
Solid State Logic announced yet another industry first with their new ‘C-Play’ Audio Playout System for C100 HDS and C10 HD Digital Broadcast Consoles at the 2011 NAB show (Booth C3310). Demonstrating once again that SSL continues to lead the way with broadcast audio products that deliver streamlined workflow and outstanding value, the new C-Play system embeds a fully functional spot and music playout system into their digital broadcast console range.
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| | | | SSL Introduces New Console I/O Unit And Enhanced Redundant I/O Capability
New Alpha-Link Live-R Adds Redundant Fibre Connectivity to Low-cost Alpha-Link Live Console I/O Unit and New ‘Loop Redundancy Mode’ Expands Redundant Console I/O Capability
Solid State Logic will introduce the new ‘Alpha-Link Live-R’ console I/O unit and expand redundant fibre connectivity options at the 2011 NAB Show (Booth C3310). The new Alpha-Link Live-R unit adds a set of redundant MADI optical fiber connections to the existing Alpha-Link Live low cost console I/O unit.
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| | | | Calrec to Make U.S. Debut of H2O at 2011 NAB Show
At the 2011 NAB Show in Las Vegas (Booth C1746), Calrec Audio will make its U.S. debut of Hydra2 Operator, or H2O, a new, remotely-accessible management system that enhances the flexibility of its groundbreaking Hydra2 network router.
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| | | | NBN Television Continues Move Into HD With SSL C10 HD Compact Broadcast Console
C10 HD Used for Live to Air News Programming
NBN Television (Newcastle Broadcasting New South Wales), recently completed the installation of an SSL C10 HD Compact Broadcast Console for use in its “On Air” news studio. As an independent affiliate of the Nine Network, NBN broadcasts its own local news, current affairs programming and sports, and the Nine Network line-up of Australian and international programs. NBN’s C10 HD is a 32+8-fader console with dual redundant power and processing that were critical for NBN’s one hour news broadcast.
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| | | | Mike Franklin Joins SSL, Inc. Team As VP Business Development
 Responsibilities Include Broadcast Sales and Development of New SSL Audio Truck
SSL Inc., the U.S. operation for Solid State Logic, is pleased to announce that Mike Franklin has joined the SSL team as Vice President Business Development. Franklin brings along a wealth of industry experience to help SSL, Inc. further increase market awareness and penetration.
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| | | | CBS Television City Deploys Calrec Apollo Consoles for Top-Rated, Live Entertainment Shows
Calrec Audio today announced an agreement to deploy two top-of-the-line Apollo audio consoles with Bluefin™2 signal processing to CBS Television City. These new consoles will serve studios that have produced, among many other top-rated shows, 12 "Survivor" finales, "Dancing with the Stars," "American Idol," and "A Tribute to Heroes," which was broadcast around the world and on every station in the United States. Working with Calrec partner Bexel Broadcast Services, the Television City facility in Los Angeles purchased and installed one Calrec Apollo desk in August, 2010. The second is set to arrive this month.
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| | | | Brotheryn Studios Gears Up With Solid State Logic AWS 900 and X-Desk
 Busy Multi-Use Facility Gains Clarity and Improved Workflow With SSL
Brotheryn Studios has geared up with a Solid State Logic AWS 900 in Studio A and an X-Desk in Studio B to accommodate its growing film and music client list. Brotheryn Studios provides recording, mixing scoring and post services for projects that include Sony, Coca-Cola, Nestle, EA Sports, Patagonia and the latest offering—Kenny Loggins.
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| | | | MSG Media Installs Solid State Logic C100 HDS Console In New Studio Space
MSG Media has Based Audio Strategy on SSL
MSG Media has based its entire HD audio strategy on three Solid State Logic C100 Digital Broadcast Consoles to service the audio needs of its massive new studio complex. As part of this initiative, MSG Media is currently installing a new 32-fader, C100 HDS with two Alpha-Link Live I/O units and an extensive MORSE Router system with Stage Boxes.
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| | | | Calrec Audio Adds Regional Director of Sales For Western U.S. and Canada
Names David Letson to New Position
Calrec Audio today announced it has named David Letson to a new position as regional director of sales for the western U.S. and Canada. The westward expansion of the U.S.-based sales force represents the company's intention to better serve the market for its audio consoles in the entertainment and regional broadcast sectors.
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| | | | Wohler Announces New Enhancements to 3G/HD/SD-SDI Audio/Video Processing Monitor
All-in-One System Offers Loudness Monitoring and Control, Complete Mixing and Routing Capabilities, and SDI Audio Embedding in a Single Unit
Wohler Technologies today announced several new enhancements to its award-winning AMP2-16V Series modular audio/video processing monitor. Incorporating dual 4.3-inch OLED displays, the AMP2-16V is the industry's first 16-channel audio/video monitor to feature concurrent loudness monitoring and control together with complete mixing and routing capabilities, along with the ability to re-embed audio into an SDI signal.
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| | | | Blackmagic Design releases DeckLink HD Extreme 3D+
Blackmagic Design today announced a new model of DeckLink HD Extreme 3D that now includes upgraded HDMI 1.4 for full resolution 3D capture and playback as well as input re-clocking for capture from poor quality SDI sources.
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| | | | SSL Announces New ‘SDI-MADI’ 3G SDI To Digital Audio De-Embedder At IBC 2010
New Product Offers Standalone 4 x 16 Channel Audio De-embedding from Four Auto Sensing 3G SDI Inputs with Output to MADI Fibre and AES Digital
Solid State Logic, the leading manufacturer of audio consoles for the broadcast industry, announced the release of ‘SDI-MADI’, a 4 x 16 channel audio de-embedder with four auto sensing 3G SDI inputs and 64 channel MADI fibre and AES Digital audio outputs at IBC 2010 (Stand 8.D83).
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| | | | SSL Releases V3 Software For C100 Broadcast Console At IBC 2010
Extensive V3 Upgrade Adds Major Productivity Features and Efficiencies to SSL’s C100 High End Broadcast Console
Solid State Logic, the leading manufacturer of audio consoles for the broadcast industry, will demonstrate an extensive collection of significant new features for their C100 HDS High End Broadcast Console at IBC 2010 (Hall 8, Stand D83).
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| | | | Japan's MBS Deploys Calrec Apollo Console for Surround Sound Outside Broadcast
Radio and Television Broadcaster Relies on 56-Fader Desk in Refitted OB Truck
Calrec Audio today announced that Japan's radio and television group Mainichi Broadcasting System Inc. (MBS) has installed an Apollo console in an audio OB vehicle for surround sound broadcast. The 56-fader Apollo replaced a console from another vendor during a refit.
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| | | | Full Sail University Installs Solid State Logic Duality SE Console In New Audio Studio
72-Channel Duality Largest Education Installation in the World
Full Sail University, which offers degree programs in everything from recording arts and film to game and web design, recently installed a 72-channel Solid State Logic Duality SE console as the centerpiece of its new flagship recording studio, the Audio Temple. This installation represents the largest Duality in an educational institution. The expansion was part of the Full Sail Gateway Studios project encompassing a live performance hall, a game production studio and the new, state-of-the-art recording studio. Duality was the console of choice as it best represents the future of the recording industry for Full Sail, while providing the reliability, sound quality and in depth learning experience for the students. Duality joins three SSL J Series, 13 SSL AWS 900+ and seven SSL Matrix consoles to offer an industry standard user interface for all levels of study.
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| | | | Calrec Audio to Stop Making Analog Consoles
Company Offers Last Chance for Purchase, Will Continue Support
Calrec Audio today announced it will discontinue production of analog audio consoles as of Nov. 30, 2010. Until then, the company is offering an opportunity to make final purchases of its S2, C2, and M3 analog consoles as well as modules and card assemblies.
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| | | | Roland Systems Group Expands REAC Compatibility with MADI Bridge
 Roland Systems Group, today at Infocomm, demonstrated the S-MADI REAC Bridge - a bi-directional signal converter between REAC and MADI. This bridge enables connectivity between MADI equipped digital audio mixers/systems to any of Roland’s REAC products such as the M-48 Personal Mixing System, Digital Snakes and V-Mixer Consoles.
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| | | | Roland Systems Group Unveils Compact Digital Mixing Console
 Today at the Infocomm show, Roland Systems Group added to its extensive V-Mixing System lineup by introducing the new M-300 Digital Mixing Console. The M-300 V-Mixer is a 32-channel console that possesses many of the powerful features and extensive benefits of the award-winning M-400 V-Mixer but in a very compact format.
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| | | | Chinese National Radio Installs Solid State Logic Duality Console
 Duality Used for Recording Live Orchestral Performances
Solid State Logic is pleased to announce that Chinese National Radio (CNR) has installed a 24-fader Duality console in its main production facility that features advanced digital multimedia studios, recording studios and a world-class concert hall.
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| | | | NCP Adds Eighth Calrec Audio Console to Its Fleet
In NCP V, Calrec Sigma Console Is the Heart of Innovative MADI and Hydra Audio Network-Based Fiber Infrastructure
New Century Productions (NCP) will rely on a Calrec Audio Sigma with Bluefin HD DSP on its NCP V truck, currently being rebuilt from the wheels up. NCP is using fiber to eliminate about 1,000 pounds of copper cable and patch bays and enable the refurbished HD truck, NCP V, to run without a B unit.
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| | | | Dubai Media Installs Solid State Logic C100 HDS Consoles For Two HD OB Vans
New Vans Support Live to Air Coverage of Racing and Sporting Events
Dubai Media has installed two 32-fader, Solid State Logic C100 HDS consoles in two new remote OB vans as part of the network’s move into HD broadcast. The C100 HDS consoles primarily support live to air coverage of horse racing at the massive new Meydan Racecourse and other local and international sporting events.
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| | | | NEP Studio 54 Relies On Solid State Logic C100 HD For The Colbert Report
 New Console Compliments C100 HD in Studio 52 for the Daily Show with John Stewart
NEP Studio 54 recently installed a 48-fader, Solid State Logic C100 HD console to handle the audio for Comedy Central’s popular The Colbert Report. NEP has upgraded two studios for full HD production, Studio 52, where Comedy Central’s the Daily Show with Jon Stewart is produced, and, most recently, Studio 54.
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| | | | SSL Announces Collaboration With Optocore At NAB 2010
New Integration Enables Direct Connection of SSL C10 HD and C100 HDS Consoles to Optocore Optical Digital Network System
Solid State Logic, the manufacturer of industry leading digital consoles for the broadcast industry, announced the integration of their digital broadcast console range with the Optocore Optical Digital Network System at NAB 2010.
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| | | | Avid Announces Agreement to Acquire Euphonix
Comprehensive range of audio and video control surfaces and consoles expands Avid portfolio to provide seamless interoperability across broad spectrum of third-party solutions for every customer
Avid® (NASDAQ: AVID) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Mountain View, CA-based Euphonix, a leader in large-format digital audio consoles, media controllers and peripherals. With the acquisition, Avid will deliver a broad range of audio and video control surfaces and consoles designed to meet the needs of customers ranging from the independent professional to the high-end broadcaster. Avid plans to continue to support and sell both Euphonix control surfaces and Avid's existing ICON solution, enabling customers to leverage existing investments in industry-leading hardware.
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| | | | Wohler Introduces AMP2-E16V 3G/HD/SD-SDI Audio/Video Processing Monitor
Unit Boasts Dedicated Video Monitoring, Loudness Metering and Control, Mixing and Routing, and Dolby® Zoom
During Wohler Technologies' 2010 NAB Show press conference today, the company announced the release of the new AMP2-E16V modular audio/video processing monitor. The AMP2-E16V features dual 4.3-inch OLED displays that support dedicated video monitoring, loudness metering and control, audio routing and mix controls, and Dolby® Zoom functions. Combined with robust metering and monitoring features, as well as modular I/O options including SDI, AES, and analog, these capabilities make the AMP2-E16V not just an audio monitor with video, but a complete audio management system.
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| | | | Digital Rapids Connects Content to Opportunity at 2010 NAB Show
New solutions and enhancements enable superior live viewing experiences, powerful file-based workflows and efficient content distribution
Digital Rapids is showcasing powerful additions to its award-winning range of solutions for transforming and distributing media at the 2010 NAB Show. From unmatched performance and flexibility to unique workflow efficiencies, the new solutions and enhancements deliver exceptional customer value while enabling superior live Web, mobile and IPTV viewing experiences; powerful VOD and file-based workflows; and efficient business-to-business (B2B) content distribution.
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| | | | Solid State Logic Announces New 16 Fader C10 HD Broadcast Console At NAB 2010
New Console Offers No-Compromise Broadcast Excellence in Extremely Small Space
Solid State Logic is pleased to introduce the new, extremely compact 16 fader version of the no-compromise C10 HD Digital Broadcast Console at NAB 2010 (Booth C3313) in the new Pro Audio Hall located in the Central Hall at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
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| | | | Installations Surge For Solid State Logic C100 Consoles Around The World
Broadcast Studios and OB Trucks Rely on C100 for Live Entertainment, Sports, and Government Programming
Solid State Logic C100 HD and C100 HDS Digital Broadcast Consoles are setting the pace for the broadcast industry world-wide. The C100 HDS continues the C100 HD tradition by delivering reliable, sonically superb performance for mono, stereo and surround productions with full EQ and dynamics capacity on every channel. From advanced broadcast facilities to sophisticated OB trucks, the C100 series delivers the audio for live entertainment, sports and government programming.
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