News : Harris CorporationWinners of the Second Annual SMPTE-HPA Student Film Festival Announced | The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers® (SMPTE®), the organization whose standards work has supported a century of technological advances in entertainment technology, and the Hollywood Professional Association (HPA®), the organization serving the professional media creation and finishing community, have announced the winners of the second annual SMPTE-HPA Student Film Festival. published 1 year ago read more |
SMPTE® Elevates 16 Motion-Imaging Technology Industry Leaders to Fellow StatusThe Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers® (SMPTE®), the organization whose standards work has supported a century of technological advances in entertainment technology, today announced that this year — the Society’s centennial year — it will elevate 16 industry leaders to the status of SMPTE Fellow. This honor is conferred on individuals who have, through their proficiency and contributions to the industry, attained an outstanding rank among members of the Society. published 2 years ago read more |
Barry-Wehmiller Team Promotes People-Centered Culture With QuantumQuantum Corp. (NYSE: QTM) today announced that Barry-Wehmiller, a $2.4 billion global provider of technology and engineering services for industries involved in packing, corrugation, sheeting and paper conversion, has deployed StorNext Pro™ Studio as the storage foundation of its corporate video production workflow. Recommended by 1303 Systems, an integrator specializing in storage and management tools for video production, the StorNext® solution has enabled faster creation of 4K and other video content and more efficient, cost-effective collaboration in support of Barry-Wehmiller's unique culture. published 2 years ago read more |
SMPTE and HPA Announce Jury for SMPTE-HPA Student Film Festival | The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers® (SMPTE®), a leader in motion-imaging standards and education for the communications, media, entertainment, and technology industries; and the Hollywood Professional Association (HPA®), the organization serving the professional community by providing expertise, support, tools, and the infrastructure for the creation and finishing of motion pictures, television, commercials, and an array of content for a growing number of platforms; today announced the jurors for the second annual SMPTE-HPA Student Film Festival. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 26, following the Oktoberfest Reception at the SMPTE 2016 Annual Technical Conference & Exhibition (SMPTE 2016) in Hollywood, California. The deadline for entries is June 27. published 2 years ago read more |
Juan Pablo Alviz Joins Primestream as Vice President of Sales -- Strategic Accounts | Primestream, the leader in Dynamic Media Management, today announces the appointment of Juan Pablo Alviz as Vice President of Sales, responsible for the company’s sales to strategic accounts in Florida, Caribbean and Latin America. published 2 years ago read more |
Dejan Georgevich, ASC, Shoots ‘Once in a Lifetime’ TV Pilot | Dejan Georgevich, ASC, recently served as Director of Photography on Once in a Lifetime, a half-hour, rock ‘n roll television pilot shot with two Panasonic VariCam 35 4K camera recorders. Lifetime was written by Iron Maiden’s groundbreaking bass player and songwriter, Stephen Harris. published 2 years ago read more |
Stan Moote to be honoured with SMPTE award | IABM is proud to announce that its recently appointed CTO, Stan Moote, is set to be awarded the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers® (SMPTE®) 2015 Digital Processing Medal Award. published 3 years ago read more |
SMPTE Announces 2015 Award RecipientsThe Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers® (SMPTE®), a worldwide leader in motion-imaging standards and education for the communications, media, entertainment, and technology industries, today revealed the outstanding industry members who will be recognized Thursday, Oct. 29, at the SMPTE 2015 Awards Ceremony. published 3 years ago read more |
Inaugural Edition of China’s First Art Fair Dedicated to Photography Achieves Huge Success | Thursday 4 September saw the launch of the most international photography art fair of the year – Photo Shanghai - at the world-famous Shanghai Exhibition Centre. Visitor numbers exceeded 25,000, over the duration of the fair with galleries recording exceptional sales. published 4 years ago read more |
TBC Integration Announces Company Name Change to DigitalGlueTBC Integration, an industry-leading systems integrator with a 14-year track record of providing comprehensive solutions for digital video content distribution, officially announced today that it has changed its company name to DigitalGlue. The new name reflects the company's core expertise in digital video infrastructure with custom software integration and reaffirms its commitment to delivering comprehensive solutions for the full range of contribution, satellite distribution, broadcast television, direct-to-home, cable, IPTV, and OTT installations. published 4 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast Delivers Custom Automated Graphics Solution to TVSN for Expansion into New ZealandHarris Broadcast, a market share leader of content management and network infrastructure solutions serving the global broadcast, communication service provider, government and enterprise markets, today announced that TVSN, a leading home shopping channel for Australia and New Zealand, has selected Harris Broadcast’s cutting-edge graphics automation solution. Deployed with the launch of TVSN’s localized New Zealand channel in August, the custom graphics automation solution interfaces with TVSN’s enterprise resource planning system to serve multiple master control facilities with a single graphics operator. published 4 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast Showcases Latest IP Convergence Technologies at Content and Communications WorldHarris Broadcast, a market-share leader of content management and network infrastructure solutions serving the global broadcast, communication service provider, government and enterprise markets, today announced it will demonstrate advanced technologies that help broadcasters transition to IP networks and file-based infrastructure at Content and Communications World (CCW), Nov. 13-14 (Javits Center, New York, booth 901). published 4 years ago read more |
KOAA Delivers Live Footage Of Colorado Floods With JVC ProHD Mobile News Camera | JVC Professional Products Company, a division of JVC Americas Corp., today announced that KOAA, the NBC affiliate for Colorado Springs-Pueblo, Colo. (DMA #89), used the built-in live HD transmission functionality of its new GY-HM650 ProHD handheld mobile news camera to provide live coverage of the deadly Colorado floods earlier this month. Wirelessly paired with a Verizon Jetpack 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot, the HD camcorder was able to transmit live footage during the event from locations that were inaccessible by traditional live trucks. published 5 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast, placemedia Work Together to Automate Impression-Based Ad Sales for Linear TelevisionHarris Broadcast and placemedia today announced an agreement to bring dynamic, targeted and measureable strategies typically associated with online advertising to more traditional television services, and enable common measurement across television and digital verticals. By helping media companies quickly and efficiently engage in programmatic ad buying for linear television, Harris Broadcast will provide media software solutions for placemedia Engage, a new ad exchange service that allows media buyers to purchase advertising on a simple and easy-to-use website. published 5 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast Technology to Play Leading Role in Televising Brazil 2014Stand 7.G20, Sept. 13-17 — Harris Broadcast, a global supplier of content management and network infrastructure serving broadcasters, satellite, MSOs, IPTV, mobileTV and OTT providers, is gearing up for a major tactical support operation at next year’s global soccer tournament in Brazil. The company will support the host broadcaster, HBS, and its prime and technical contractors – Sony Professional and sono Studiotechnik – with equipment and services. published 5 years ago read more |
Quincy Broadcast Transitions to Centralized Operations with Harris BroadcastStand 7.G20 — Harris Broadcast, a leader in delivering advanced, content-rich media experiences to consumers worldwide, announces that Quincy Broadcast, Print and Interactive, which operates 14 TV stations across six states, will boost efficiency for its “hub and spoke” model across 10 stations with Harris Broadcast technology. The solution enhances centralized monitoring and extends the reach of automated playout workflows, while modernizing HD infrastructures at local stations. published 5 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast Expands Market Access to IP Convergence SelenioTM Platform with Smaller, Low Channel Count OptionsStand 7.G20, Sept. 13-17 — Harris Broadcast, a global supplier of content management and network infrastructure serving broadcasters, satellite, MSOs, IPTV, mobileTV and OTT providers, today introduced its next-generation Selenio IP media convergence platform – fueling operational efficiencies for broadcasters and media organizations that want the comprehensive on-air and signal transport capabilities of Selenio in a smaller, cost-efficient package. Selenio MCP1 expands the platform’s value proposition of architecting, managing and monitoring broadcast and media infrastructures to a wider customer base. published 5 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast Supports One America News Network LaunchStand 7.G20 — Harris Broadcast, a global supplier of content management and network infrastructure serving broadcasters, satellite, MSOs, IPTV, mobileTV and OTT providers, is supporting the recently-launched One America News Network with a complete content management and infrastructure solution offering an efficient, fast-turnaround news production workflow through an automated, file-based environment. published 5 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast PowerSmart® 3D Architecture Strengthens Green Transmission Benefits for BroadcastersIBC 2013, Stand 7.G20— Harris Broadcast, a global supplier of content management and network infrastructure serving broadcasters, satellite, MSOs, IPTV, mobileTV and OTT providers, breaks new ground in over-the-air efficiency with PowerSmart® 3D, a green, energy-efficient architecture at the core of Harris Broadcast’s DTV and digital radio transmission solutions introduced this week. published 5 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast Introduces Leadership Vision, Team and Roadmap at IBC 2013Harris Broadcast, a global supplier of content management and network infrastructure serving broadcasters, satellite, MSOs, IPTV, mobile television and over-the-top providers, today announced that CEO Charlie Vogt will outline the company’s leadership vision and roadmap for Harris Broadcast, and introduce its leadership team during an IBC news conference on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 12:30 p.m. at the First Floor Restaurant of the RAI Europe Complex, Amsterdam. published 5 years ago read more |
SMPTE Members to Present in Force at IBC2013The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE), the worldwide leader in motion-imaging standards and education for the communications, media, entertainment, and technology industries, today announced that a diverse range of its members will present at the IBC2013 conference in Amsterdam. Representing various elements of the cinema, broadcast, and media technology supply sectors, these 60 SMPTE members will account for roughly 15 percent of IBC2013 speakers. A total of 93 SMPTE members will be exhibiting products and technologies on the expo floor. published 5 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast Strengthens Leadership Team to Support New Vision, StrategyHarris Broadcast, a global supplier of content management and network infrastructure serving broadcasters, satellite, MSOs, IPTV, mobile television and over-the-top providers, announces plans to preview the new management team’s vision and strategy at IBC 2013 in Amsterdam (Stand 7.G20, RAI Exhibition Centre, Sept. 13-17). The business also announced new senior management appointments. Steve Foreman has been named president of global operations and services, and Jeff Liening, senior vice president of global sales operations. published 5 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast Digital Signage Technology Expands ClearVision TV Network to Four Airports | ClearVision, the in-airport TV network developed by Clear Channel Airports, a division of Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCO), and connectiVISION Digital Networks, is using Harris Broadcast digital signage technology to deliver an out-of-home broadcast experience to travelers in four airports. Powered by Harris Broadcast InfoCaster™ hardware and software, ClearVision delivers an engaging mix of network entertainment, in-house produced content, regional news and local advertising on uniquely branded channels for each airport. published 5 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast Supports Statewide HD/SD Contribution and Distribution for Indiana PBSIndiana Public Broadcasting Stations (IPBS), a consortium of eight PBS TV stations and nine NPR radio stations serving communities across Indiana, is now installing a Harris Broadcast networking solution to efficiently share and manage broadcast content across all 17 member stations. Based on a new cost-efficient, high-bandwidth fiber and IP video network, the project gives these Indiana PBS member stations unprecedented real-time content sharing, collaboration, and distribution capabilities for television and radio. published 5 years ago read more |
Amedia Launches Pay TV Channels in Russia with Harris Broadcast Technology | On May 31, Moscow-based Amedia, a leading Russian TV and Film production company, launched two channels in Russia: Amedia Premium and Amedia 1, both simulcasted in HD and SD. The two new channels, along with the existing Amedia 2 channel, are distributed nationally through cable, satellite and IPTV operators. To bring the new channels to air, Amedia is building a new broadcast production facility based on a bespoke Harris Broadcast file-based workflow solution. On the project, Harris Broadcast is working closely with local systems integrator RTV RTC. published 5 years ago read more |
Broadcast Pix Teams with EZNews to Provide Affordable News Automation Systems | Broadcast Pix™ today announced a partnership with Automated Data Systems to offer integrated news automation systems designed for the growing number of micro stations, Web broadcasters, universities, and others that need a professional but affordable system for news production. Priced from under $15,000 and available now, the systems include the award-winning Broadcast Pix Flint™ live production and streaming system, new EZNews LT news production software from Automated Data Systems, and exclusive interface software that enables EZNews titles to automatically flow into the Flint’s built-in CG. Integration for larger Broadcast Pix models and more robust EZNews systems was also announced. published 5 years ago read more |
John Cerquone appointed Vice President Major Accounts | Quantel is delighted to announce the appointment of John Cerquone to the position of Vice President Major Accounts in the USA. Based in Manhattan, Cerquone is responsible for Quantel's sales to the four major television networks and other large accounts. In this new role, Cerquone will ensure continued growth by creating and executing focused account strategies. published 5 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast Strengthens Versio™ Functionality for Channel-In-A-Box DeploymentsHarris Broadcast’s unique spin on channel-in-a-box design is a focal point at the company’s 2013 NAB Show booth, with new automated playout features and improved ease of use that give broadcasters more freedom and flexibility to manage and grow single- and multi-channel operations. published 5 years ago read more |
Gray Television Standardizes on Harris Broadcast Selenio™ Media Convergence PlatformU.S. broadcaster Gray Television, Inc. has standardized on the Harris Broadcast Selenio™ media convergence platform to incorporate new efficiencies across its stations’ infrastructure and transmission operations. To date, Gray Television has installed Selenio at 10 of its stations, with many more sites to follow into 2014. published 5 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast Versio™ Integrated Channel Playout Supports New KVOA-DT Channel LaunchCordillera Communications television station KVOA-DT, serving the Tuscon, Arizona market, will launch and operate a second over-the-air channel using the Harris Broadcast Versio™ integrated channel playout solution. Installation is scheduled for late April. published 5 years ago read more |
sono Studiotechnik GmbH Equips Fly-Away Venue Facilities Based on Harris Broadcast TechnologyNext summer, the soccer world’s attention will focus on Brazil and already European broadcast production companies are working on building the event’s television production infrastructure. Last month, German broadcast systems integrator and international rental company, Munich-based sono Studiotechnik, completed acceptance testing for new fly-away production facilities based on Harris Broadcast technology. This technology will be used in Brazil to provide venue facilities at football stadia around the country. published 5 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast Brings Digital Television to TanzaniaSahara Media Group, the leading independent media company in Tanzania, has announced its intentions to develop a wide-ranging digital television service across the country. Enabling this service is a DVB-T2 transmission network from Harris Broadcast including multiple DTV transmitters, over-the-air encoding and multiplexing systems, and test and measurement products to analyze signal integrity and compliance. The project also includes Harris Broadcast infrastructure and support equipment. published 5 years ago read more |
Sistema Clube Extends Digital TV and AM/FM Radio Coverage with Harris BroadcastBooth N2503 —Sistema Clube, which operates an extensive radio and TV network in the Ribeirão Preto region of Sao Paolo, Brazil, is expanding and strengthening its over-the-air footprint with Harris Broadcast technology. The broadcaster has purchased four new Harris Broadcast Maxiva™ UAX UHF transmitters to support phase two of its ISDB-Tb digital transition, and is installing new Harris Broadcast FM and AM transmitters to improve its on-air radio broadcast signal quality. published 5 years ago read more |
SuperSport Scores Scalability with New Harris Broadcast RouterLeading South African satellite broadcaster SuperSport is moving into a new state-of-the-art HD playout center. Responsibility for management and monitoring of all the signals in the facility has been handed to the Platinum® IP3 router from Harris Broadcast, representing the first global installation of this innovative advance in routing technology. Harris Broadcast’s South African dealer, Concilium Technologies, supplied the Platinum IP3 as part of a complete package of Harris Broadcast infrastructure equipment, and worked closely with Harris Broadcast throughout the project. published 5 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast Supports World’s Largest Broadcast Control RoomHarris Broadcast is completing the buildout of what expects to be the world’s largest master control room (MCR) for Saudi Broadcasting Corporation (SBC) in association with First Gulf Company (FGC), the Riyadh-based dealer and systems integrator. The new broadcast facility, which also includes a large studio, is part of a massive expansion program underway in the holy city of Mecca by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture and Information to enhance the area of Al Haram Mosque, where millions of pilgrims attend the Hajj each year. published 5 years ago read more |
MCN Streamlines Advertising Management with Harris Broadcast Landmark™ Media Sales SoftwareMulti Channel Network (MCN), which manages advertising sales for multiple premium Australian media brands, will streamline its business operations with Harris Broadcast Landmark™ media sales software. Landmark will provide a fully integrated sales solution making it simple for the company’s sales teams to develop compelling advertising campaigns for clients with increased automation and efficiency. published 5 years ago read more |
RBS Group in Brazil Acquires Digital Transmission Headend SolutionHarris Broadcast has supplied a digital transmission headend solution for phases two and three of RBS Group’s ISDB-Tb digital transition project in Brazil. The solution will allow RBS Group, a regional media group operating in southern Brazil, to increase its over-the-air DTV reach to more than 75 cities while strengthening content contribution networks. published 5 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast Electrifies Media Workflows with NEXIO Volt™ ServerHarris Broadcast introduces its next-generation, software-based NEXIO Volt™ server, addressing customer needs for higher channel counts in a compact form factor, while increasing options for robust media storage. Now shipping, the company will publicly unveil the new server at the CABSAT 2013 show in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, taking place March 12-14 at the Dubai World Trade Center (Booth C7-10); and the 2013 NAB Show, taking place April 8-11 at the Las Vegas Convention Center (Booth N2502). published 5 years ago read more |
SMPTE Announces New Officers and Governors – Including First Woman President: Wendy Aylsworth | The Society of Motion Picture & Television Engineers (SMPTE), the professional membership association and worldwide leader in motion-imaging standards and education for the media, entertainment, communications, and technology industries, today announced its newly elected officers and governors, including the election of the Society’s first female president, Wendy Aylsworth. All officers will assume office 1 January 2013. published 6 years ago read more |
Harris Unveils Next-Generation ATSC Mobile DTV Launch KitHarris Broadcast Communications announces its next-generation ATSC Mobile DTV (MDTV) launch kit to help expedite channel launches for broadcasters. The solution meets requirements to support the advertising-supported business model of the Mobile500 Alliance, with applications for banner ad placement on program guides, channel-change advertising, audience measurement, and DVR-like capabilities to record and playback content. published 6 years ago read more |
the now corporation's Jesse Reisner edits State Farm's "Like A Good Neighbor" campaign | The now corporation's Jesse Reisner edited two spots for State Farm's "Like A Good Neighbor" campaign. We invite you to check them out (and sing along) here: published 6 years ago read more |
Harris Evolves Fiber-Optic Transport Solutions | Harris Broadcast Communications introduced the company’s next-generation of OPTO+™ fiber-optic products at IBC 2012, offering a modular solution that simplifies and expands the way broadcasters transport electrical signals at exceptional quality around fixed and remote broadcast facilities. published 6 years ago read more |
Harris Ramps up Efficiency, Performance of NEXIO Farad™ Online Storage SystemsAs IBC 2012 approaches, Harris Broadcast Communications establishes a common shared storage platform that adds a significant 50% bandwidth improvement to its NEXIO Farad™ online storage solution — and introduces a second storage protection scheme with a lower cost of entry. published 6 years ago read more |
Harris Broadcast Communications Leads BXF into Next Phase | Harris today celebrates the publication of the BXF 2.0 suite — a move that evolves the way broadcasters and new media organizations share and exchange business data and on-air content across the media workflow. published 6 years ago read more |
Lights, Camera, Action: Learning Is In Session This Summer As Teens Produce Feature Film To Benefit Boys & Girls Club, A First Of Its Kind CollaborationThanks to significant support from AT&T and Taco Bell Foundation for Teens' Graduate to Go initiative, Dreaming Tree Foundation and Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) are giving more than 200 youth a unique experience to create a feature film this summer that will benefit BGCA's youth education efforts. published 6 years ago read more |
Harris Corporation to Introduce New Live Graphics Systems at 2012 NAB ShowHarris Corporation (NYSE:HRS), an international communications and information technology company, will introduce two breakthrough systems for demanding live broadcast graphics that boost creativity and productivity for on-air broadcast and other video productions across all budgets at the 2012 NAB show. Harris will demonstrate both systems at the 2012 NAB Show (Booth 2502), taking place April 16-19 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. published 6 years ago read more |
Harris Corporation Introduces QuiC™ Software Family of Quality Control Solutions for Broadcast and New Media File-Based Assets | Harris Corporation (NYSE:HRS), an international communications and information technology company, will unveil its next-generation family of file-based analysis solutions at upcoming shows in South Asia, the Middle East and North America -- bringing top-tier quality control without compromise to broadcasters, content producers, cable networks, post houses and other digital media operations. published 6 years ago read more |
AmberFin Expands Worldwide Operations with New AppointmentsAmberFin, a leading developer of file-based media ingest and transcoding solutions for content owners, broadcasters, sports organizations and post-production houses, today announced that a number of seasoned technical and product management broadcast professionals have joined the company's fast growing teams in EMEA, APAC and the Americas regions. published 6 years ago read more |
Dalet Digital Media Systems Provides Integrated Production for Broadcast NewsDalet Digital Media Systems, a world leader in advanced, end-to-end production tools for today's multichannel newsrooms is collaborating with Harris Corporation to integrate the newsroom computer system module of its Dalet News Suite NRCS with Harris® NEXIO® broadcast servers. published 7 years ago read more |
Broadcast Pix Ships New Mica Live Video Production SystemsBroadcast Pix™ today announced that Mica™, its new cost-effective live video production system, is now shipping. Powered by native HD technology from Broadcast Pix Granite™ systems and Broadcast Pix Fluent™ software that tightly integrates video and file-based content, Mica allows even single operators to create compelling live productions. The company also announced its Powerful Punch Tour, which is stopping at a number of dealers and trade shows in cities worldwide this fall to demonstrate its Mica and Granite systems. published 7 years ago read more |
Bella Corporation Announces Summer SaleBella Corporation, a leading producer of innovative and award-winning products, today announced their Summer Sale where customers can get the HD Mouse for as little as $1. published 7 years ago read more |
Veteran Cinematographer Steven Poster Shoots ‘Tap Dreams,’ Dance Documentary, With Panasonic’s AG-HPX300 P2 HD CamcordersCelebrated Director of Photography Steven Poster recently shot two pilot segments of a dance-centric documentary, 'Tap Dreams', with Panasonic’s new AG-HPX300 P2 HD shoulder-mount camcorders. published 9 years ago read more |
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