Most broadcast facilities are mid-transition from SDI to IP, running both at once. Here you'll find coverage of SMPTE ST 2110, remote and cloud production, bonded cellular contribution, camera-to-cloud workflows, and the switchers and gear keeping live shows on air.
OMB showcased a 5G Broadcast transmitter at NAB Show 2024, designed for direct-to-mobile content delivery. This initiative is part of OMB's partnership with Abrans Group to expand its presence across North and South America, Africa, and Asia by prioritizing mobile phone broadcasting.
TAG Video Systems published a guide titled "The Full Guide to IP Monitoring." The guide aims to help the broadcast industry maximize IP workflows and understand best practices for IP applications.
Chyron announced the release of Chyron Weather 2.0, an updated software offering designed to simplify and accelerate data-driven weather visualization. The product leverages 20 years of innovations derived from two prior acquisitions by the company.
Netflix's technology blog discusses the accelerated use of virtual production and real-time technologies, specifically highlighting game engines like Unreal Engine for democratizing in-camera visual effects (ICVFX). The article addresses the challenge of ensuring correct configuration and settings within virtual production. It suggests that a validation framework is needed to manage the infinite configuration combinations.
Haivision published a blog post emphasizing the critical role of low latency in the "first mile" of live broadcast contribution, from camera capture to the production facility. The article highlights that minimizing latency at this stage is essential for maintaining synchronization across multiple video sources and enabling real-time production responses, while also balancing high picture quality at low bitrates, citing Haivision's Makito encoders and Aviwest products as solutions.
Prodys has seen an increase in sales for its Quantum portable audio equipment in Poland, with deployments by major broadcasters like Radio Zet, Canal+, and Polskie Radio. These organizations are utilizing Quantum Lite, Quantum2 W units, and the Quantum ST rack unit with the HG2 antenna module for secure and cost-effective audio links in OB vans. The systems can replace satellite links by combining up to 8 telephone SIM cards for transmission.
Prodys increased sales of its Quantum portable audio codecs in Poland, with distributor BCP selling units to major broadcasters including Radio Zet, Canal+, and Polskie Radio. These codecs provide secure and inexpensive audio links, designed to replace satellite links, especially for OB vans. The growth highlights the adoption of IP-based audio contribution solutions in the region.
PlayBox Technology promotes its "Channel in a Box Neo" solution, an integrated playout system for broadcasters. The article describes it as a "go-to" solution for broadcasters globally.
Drastic Technologies details its FlowCaster software, which enables secure, low-latency, high-quality video collaboration and review workflows for post-production. The platform integrates with major editing suites such as Adobe Premiere, Avid Media Composer, and DaVinci Resolve, allowing users to share outputs over IP using various protocols like SRT, WebRTC, and RTMP. FlowCaster also offers virtual camera functionality for integration with video conferencing applications such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams, and supports hardware inputs like SDI/HDMI and SMPTE 2110 for production environments.
PlayBox Technology advertises its AirBox Neo as a playout and streaming automation solution. It is positioned for satellite channels, cable head-ends, over-the-air broadcasters, and corporate TV users. The product is described as the "#1 playout and streaming solution" for these use cases.
PlayBox Technology offers an "Integrated Playout" solution which provides automated, turnkey playout server functionality. The solution is designed to be sophisticated and user-friendly for broadcast operations.
Appear promotes its X Platform, a modular hardware solution designed for live media processing, transport, and protection. The platform aims to consolidate various functions like compression and format conversion into a single chassis family for IP-centric broadcast workflows. It offers different form factors (X5, X10, X20) and includes estate management with the XM module.
Pro Cyc details cyclorama walls, specialized curved studio backgrounds, explaining their function and applications in professional video and photography, including virtual production, chroma key, and broadcast environments. The article differentiates between built-in and freestanding systems, discussing the impact of cove radius and corner types on production quality. It also covers suitable paints and flooring for these specialized studio installations.
Grass Valley discusses the financial models and return on investment considerations for adopting cloud-based media production models. The article suggests that commercial models have not kept pace with technology in cloud adoption for media production.
Czech TV has acquired Prodys Ikusnet2 ST video encoding equipment and the HG2 communications module. This setup provides stable two-way H.264/H.265 video links, ideal for outdoor mobile broadcasts and OB vans. The HG2 module supports 8 3G/4G links for video communication.
The article discusses how High Dynamic Range (HDR), progressive scanning, and the ST 2110 IP standard are enhancing live sports production. These technologies are presented as key to improving the immersive viewing experience for sports content.
