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.
Signiant published an article discussing 10 key considerations for digital asset management (DAM) in the cloud. The article highlights how Signiant's technology, including speed, security, automation, and inter-company exchange capabilities, can optimize DAM workflows.
Egatel will exhibit its TV transmitters at BroadcastAsia 2025, a trade show to be held in Singapore from May 27-29, 2025. The company plans to showcase its 'groundbreaking' transmitters at the event.
Appear will showcase its X Platform, including the new X5, and its VX Media Gateway software solution at BroadcastAsia 2025. The company will emphasize its modular, scalable live production technology for the Asia-Pacific region, including its recent deal with I-Sport in Thailand for VAR content delivery.
NOVELSAT has introduced the Xstream One, an all-in-one Integrated Receiver Decoder (IRD) designed for professional content delivery, now available through VSATPlus. The device supports multiple codecs (HEVC/H.265, MPEG-4/H.264, MPEG-2), various input interfaces including IP and satellite, and incorporates advanced security features like BISS and DVB-CI. It is intended for applications such as live event contribution, primary distribution, remote production, and content security.
Imagine Communications promotes the capabilities of ST 2110 for next-generation fan experiences, highlighting its use in the LA Clippers' Intuit Dome. The company invites interested parties to an expert-led NAB 2025 panel discussing this topic.
Chyron has been selected to provide live graphics and creative services for the new Texas Rangers Sports Network. This collaboration is part of the baseball team's efforts to establish a dedicated sports network.
Chyron has been selected as the graphics technology and creative services provider for the new Texas Rangers Network, an initiative by Major League Baseball's Texas Rangers to create a dedicated sports network. The partnership involves Chyron's PRIME Live Platform and creative services to produce a comprehensive graphics package for live event broadcasts and overall network programming. This will modernize the control room at Globe Life Field and support the new Rangers Sports Network, which is available on various cable, satellite, and the streaming network Victory+.
Ideal Systems will exhibit at BroadcastAsia 2025, showcasing NDI, AI, and IP solutions from its partners. The exhibition will feature products for broadcast production, including AI-powered video processing, NDI-compatible cameras and production systems, and AV-over-IP networking solutions. Key partners include TotalMedia, Comcast Technology Solutions, SI Media, Bolin Technology, Kiloview, TriCaster, LAMA, Densitron, Netgear, MNC Software, Telescript International, Turtle AV, and Zixi.
Imagine Communications is launching a new traffic platform called OSI-X at NAB 2025. Sinclair Broadcast Group is identified as a user of this next-generation platform for modernizing operations.
Chyron has released PRIME VSAR 2.1, an update to its virtual production software. This new version includes integration with Unreal nDisplay, which enhances creative opportunities for virtual news production using studio LED screens.
Diversified is introducing Atlas Orchestrate, an initiative focused on accelerating and automating cloud infrastructure deployments for broadcast. Chyron's PRIME CG broadcast graphics system is confirmed to be integrated into Atlas Orchestrate deployments.
Chyron announced its key themes for NAB 2025, which include AI-powered graphics, end-to-end newsroom solutions, and next-generation sports analytics. These themes highlight the company's focus on broadcast innovations. The company aims to showcase these developments at the upcoming industry event.
Nevion and Sony are presenting their Networked Live ecosystem, covering hybrid on-premises and cloud production solutions, at NAB 2025. Nevion will showcase product updates for its Virtuoso media node, VideoIPath orchestration platform, and eMerge SDN media fabric, including new HEVC/H.265 codec support, ground/cloud orchestration capabilities, and 400G/100G eMerge units.
SPOTV has deployed Imagine Communications' Versio automated playout solution for its regional channels in Southeast Asia. The turnkey solution provides reliable and fast-turnaround live sports transmission.
Chyron has released Virtual Placement 7.7, an update to its graphic tools designed to enhance American Football broadcasting. The new version focuses on optimizing customizable graphics, automation, and overall tools for engaging game coverage.
Prodys describes a case study where its Quantum2 W audio codec enhanced stadium commentary positions for the El Clásico football match on October 26, 2024. The solution was used to facilitate broadcasting from the event, focusing on cutting-edge capabilities.
Chyron has partnered with the International Luge Federation (FIL) to be the official live graphics provider for FIL's broadcasts, starting with the 2024/2025 pre-Olympic winter season. This collaboration will deliver state-of-the-art live graphics for events across three continents ahead of the Milano-Cortina Olympics.
CX Network published the third part of its Entech Show Guide 2024, detailing exhibitors and their products. Companies like Jands, LSC Control Systems, Meyer Sound, Riedel, MadisonAV, Panasonic Connect, and NAS are showcasing new audio, video, lighting, and intercom solutions. The Entech Road Show is scheduled to travel to five Australian cities in October 2024.
BroadView Software introduced BroadView Advantage, a new web-based broadcast scheduling solution, at IBC 2024. This open-source, single-tenant application is designed to reduce total cost of ownership for broadcasters by offering a fixed-cost model that includes licensing and services. The solution emphasizes security, full management by BroadView experts, and transparent pricing for users.
Egatel announced its participation as an exhibitor at the IBC 2024 show in Amsterdam, scheduled from September 13 to 16, 2024. The company will be located at Booth 8.C35 during the event.
Prodys has released a guide on choosing video codecs, highlighting H.264 and H.265 for efficient compression within broadcast workflows. The company also detailed its proprietary Brave streaming protocol and compatibility with SRT, MPEG-TS, and RTMP, emphasizing its broadcast encoders and remote broadcasting equipment.
Prodys published a guide discussing the importance of video codecs, specifically H.264 and H.265, for efficient compression in broadcasting. The company also highlighted its Brave protocol and compatibility with other streaming protocols like SRT, MPEG-TS, and RTMP for reliable content delivery through its broadcast encoders and 4G video encoders.
Prodys published a guide detailing the H.264 and H.265 video codecs, alongside their proprietary Brave streaming protocol for efficient content delivery. The company emphasizes its hardware broadcast encoders, including portable and rack-mount options, and remote broadcasting equipment designed for high-quality, reliable delivery. Prodys' solutions are also compatible with standard protocols like SRT, MPEG-TS, and RTMP.
RTS Intercom Systems has launched the RTS NEO Intercom Management Suite software. This new software is designed for managing intercom systems.
RTS Intercom Systems announced the introduction of its new PH+ Series of premium broadcast headsets. These headsets are designed for broadcast professionals, offering enhanced audio quality and comfort.
Prodys will launch a new Ethernet Tunnel feature for its Quantum2 and Ikusnet3 encoders at IBC2024. This feature allows remote control of IP devices like PTZ cameras from a master control room by linking two remote local networks, aiming to simplify remote productions.
Prodys launched a new Ethernet Tunnel feature for its Quantum2 and Ikusnet3 encoders at IBC 2024. This feature uses network bonding to create a secure OSI Layer 2 link between remote local networks, enabling studio operators to control field-based PTZ cameras and IP devices remotely.
The Dicastery for Communication of the Holy See used Prodys Quantum2 W equipment with an HG10 module for remote production of the International Pastors’ Meeting in Rome. This setup facilitated audio and video streaming of the event, including integrated multi-language translations. The technical director praised the field performance of the Prodys Quantum2 W equipment as "unrivaled."
Spanish broadcaster RTVE deployed Prodys Quantum2 W commentary units for its Mutua Madrid Open tennis broadcast, highlighting the reliability of the IP-based audio mixing and transmission via BRAVE protocol. This equipment facilitated commentary for three individuals and sent audio mixes through both fixed IP and mobile unit routes. RTVE plans to reuse the Quantum2 portable equipment for pitch commentaries at the upcoming UEFA Euro.
Prodys' Quantum2 W equipment, upgraded with an HG10 communication module, was used to stream the International Pastors’ Meeting for the Synod in Sacrofano, Rome, from April 29 to May 2, 2024. The upgrade expanded the number of LTE modems available for the audio and video broadcast. The article highlights the specific production scheme devised and implemented for the event.
Chyron has announced updates to its news portfolio, integrating its solutions with leading cloud NRCS (Newsroom Computer Systems) platforms. This integration aims to provide broadcasters with a complete cloud-based newsroom experience.
Prodys is highlighting its proprietary BRAVE streaming protocol as an ideal solution for outside broadcast and remote productions. The protocol is designed to provide reliable, high-quality live streams back to the studio, addressing challenges in remote broadcast workflows.
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.
