APT-GB has launched a new teleprompter in the form of the SMV2 series that integrates the newest video formats with input and output conversion of NDI, SDI and HDMI all in a single platform. A complement of Neutrik connectors includes dual etherCON with Halo connectors supporting onboard video networking, with SMV2 series models receiving, converting and outputting […]

The new V-Series IrisX IP Panel from Clear-Com “expands the capabilities of the original V-Series Iris Panel,” using thin-film-transistor (TFT) displays for increased brightness and better resolution combined with the V-Series Iris’ lower latency and increased port capacity. Clear-Com says IrisX fits into IP-based productions with AES67 connectivity and dual NIC connections. Along with all […]

Pliant Technologies debuted its CCU-08 CrewCom Control Unit; the latest addition to the CrewCom system and gives users the ability to use up to eight 4-Wire ports while retaining all the same features of the current companion CCU-22 and CCU-44 products. Like the current Control Units, the CCU-08 Control Unit contains no radio and is […]

Zixi today announced a partnership with Marshall Electronics to integrate its platform for AV-over-IP via SDVP (Software-Defined Video Platform) into its lineup of IP cameras. All Marshall IP-based cameras can now be loaded with the Zixi-enabled firmware allowing existing Marshall operators to easily add Zixi support to their cameras, unlocking premium connectivity support and direct integration with […]

Promising fans a production unlike anything they have seen before, British superstar Ed Sheeran kicked off his largest tour to date on April 23rd in Croke Park Stadium, Dublin. Since then, the singer-songwriter has been playing stadiums across the UK and Ireland, with further dates planned across Central Europe, Scandinavia, Asia, Australia, Latin America and […]

Fulcrum Acoustic announced the introduction of two new additions to the company’s CCX range of compact coaxial passive cardioid loudspeakers: the 8in CCX8 series and the 15in CCX15 series. The CCX 8in coaxial system is offered in two horn patterns: CCX896 ( 90° x 60° ) CCX826 ( 120° x 60° ) Like the CCX […]

Sennheiser sent an announcement of a new mic saying it was “developed with customers for customers.” Dubbed the MKE mini, it’s a mic for speeches and lectures. The MKE mini is a miniature omnidirectional lavalier-style microphone with a total length of 9 centimeters and ultra-lightweight (7g). Sennheiser says the MKE mini was developed in response […]

For the first time in three years and as a fully unified division, Exertis Almo is returning to the Eastern region to deliver two single-day E4 Experience events that cater specifically to local area resellers, integrators and their end users. Billed as the most recognized and valuable one-day education/training and product showcase, the E4 Experience is heading to Washington, D.C. […]

By Helen Matthews Futuresource Consulting As the broadcast system camera market has started to recover from the impact of COVID-19, a notable development has emerged. Broadcasters are increasingly utilizing large sensor system cameras for live productions alongside traditional three-chip 2/3” cameras. This can be seen with the reception to the release of Sony’s HDC-F5500 in […]

MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems launched a new power extension to allow production companies to free themselves from the limitations of SMPTE cable, and merge broadcast and digital cinema signal chains. The company’s new APE family achieves both by adding advanced power extension capability to MultiDyne’s SMPTE HUT and SilverBack systems via integrated DC power supplies. MultiDyne […]

  Today, NewTek announced the TriCaster Mini X with something called Live Link — a new feature that brings the internet directly into TriCaster. TriCaster Mini X is the first in the TriCaster line of products to offer Live Link, and this means users can easily pull any web page elements into a production without […]

Brightline just announced a companion light to its LED upgrade kit — the L1.3X. Available now, the L1.3X joins the SeriesONE studio series. With the same accessories and hardware as the L1.4X studio fixture, the new SeriesONE L1.3X is a complement to the L1.2X and L1.4X family of directional, soft lights. Late last month, Brightline […]

Macnica has unveiled new hardware and software for its SMPTE 2110 suite of products including a new media streaming software development kit (SDK) that offers users greater flexibility when developing IP transport applications. Both are made possible by Macnica’s FPGA IP Cores, a series of hardware gateway solutions for IP product development that implement up-to-date […]

Wisycom just announced the BFL1 RF-over-fiber interface. A compact module, the BFL1 is a new way for users to support RF coverage and distribution requirements without concern for cable loss. Expanding on Wisycom’s existing RF-over-fiber solutions, the BFL1 features selectable filters, expanded dynamic range, and a long-range Bluetooth 5 programming link. Replacing the need for […]

Atomos has released the latest firmware update for the Shogun Connect and Atomos Connect that will now enable Frame.io Camera to Cloud (C2C) workflows. The company says this means a number of digital cinema, mirrorless and DSLR cameras can deliver media directly from production to post. Conventional workflows require a significant amount of media movement, […]

By Rob Voorhees Exertis Almo Allow me to paint a picture for you: The weather outside is in the high 80s — bright sun, not a cloud in the sky and you decide to take full advantage and head to the beach for the day. You pack all the essentials: sunscreen, drinks/food, maybe a book […]

By James Kirby Futuresource Consulting As live events return in force, the professional amplifiers market continues to see strong levels of recovery. There remain some significant challenges for the industry, however revenues are on track to reach new heights over the coming years. A new report from Futuresource Consulting sets the scene for full recovery […]

YoloLiv just launched something called YoloCast, a cloud-based service for production applications. YoloCast is aimed at broadcasters who are looking to embed a player inside their own websites with just copy and paste. YoloCast supports both live and on-demand streaming on every plan and can stream up to 1080p@60fps. YoloCast allows users to multistream their […]

Marshall Electronics added a 4K resolution ePTZ camera in the form of the CV420e, its first-ever digital PTZ (ePTZ) camera. The CV420e is designed for professional broadcast and ProAV applications including professional sporting events, reality television, broadcast trucks, weather vehicles and a range of AV installations that require an ultra-high quality networkable video source. The […]

Portrait Displays has announced the release of Calman 2022 software. Portrait Displays’ says its Calman color calibration solutions are used by professionals across the globe to ensure that content is accurately displayed across all screens. Calman is “designed to make the users’ job easier by streamlining calibration methods and providing consistent updates with the latest […]

C2G is helping to educate AV and technology professionals on the ins and outs of USB4 and Type-C interfaces in its latest white paper, “A Comprehensive Guide to USB4 & Type-C for AV Pros.” The white paper, written by Legrand’s AV Technology Evangelist Joseph D. Cornwall, CTS-D/I, provides foundational knowledge of these new standards so […]

Sound Devices is shipping the A20-RX, a two-channel diversity receiver with SpectraBand technology. SpectraBand gives the A20-RX receiver and A20-Mini transmitter a tuning range: 470 MHz-1525 MHz. Sound Devices says the A20-RX also features high-discrimination front-end filtering for better performance in noisy RF environments and Frequency AutoAssign for faster setup. The receiver is compatible with […]

Maxhub introduced the LM165A07 Integrated LED Wall Display. As a member of the company’s Raptor Series, Maxhub says the LM165A07 is native 1920 x 1080 in a 165-inch form factor. Featuring integrated video processing, support for PBP (Picture By Picture) functionality, which separates the screen in half — displaying output from two different source devices […]

Kiloview debuted a 12G-SDI bidirectional converter dubbed the N50 —it will be able to convert 12G-SDI to NDI and NDI to 12G-SDI, and will also support the direct transmission of USB to NDI signals by integrating both NDI and NDI|HX into one converter. Kiloview aims the AV-over-IP converter with no compression at video transmission environments, […]

DPAA is a global trade marketing association connecting out-of-home media with the advertising community while moving out-of-home (OOH) to digital. The member-based association is a business accelerator that fosters collaboration between agencies and the DOOH community, providing industry-wide research and best practices in mobile integration and programmatic areas, and promoting the effectiveness of DOOH advertising. […]

Part 2: AV-Over-IP, Software-Based AV and AI This is part 2 of an article about all the things I noticed from ISE and InfoComm this year, two shows to which I didn’t go, but as the editor in charge of video titling for rAVe [PUBS] for both, I did watch pretty much every video the […]

Densitron announced a new version of its software for the Intelligent Display System (IDS) platform. The new IDS Cloud software engine allows the same studio environment to be controlled and managed instantly and seamlessly, to or from anywhere. Previously, the use of IDS had been restricted to on-premise installations, with interpremise or multipremise applications only […]

As AV designers, we naturally want to find ways to standardize things. Whether it’s a process, hardware design, finding IO (input and output) “typicals” or programming and control protocol standards, the goal is to simplify the entire workflow process. It’s like this for our entire industry: Technicians become familiar with the typical deployments and related […]

Blackmagic Design announced a new family of portable ATEM SDI live production switchers with professional 3G-SDI connections. The ATEM SDI Switchers are available in stock and start at $345. Customers get four SDI inputs on the ATEM SDI and ATEM SDI Pro ISO models and eight SDI inputs on the ATEM SDI Extreme ISO model. […]

AVer Information announced the TR323NV2 4K 21X NDI AI Auto Tracking PTZ Streaming camera. The TR323NV2 includes 21X optical zoom and an 8MP camera with 4K Ultra HD resolution and features built-in advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology with a “human detection” algorithm that allows you to track your speaker (full or half body) or pre-set […]

Datapath released a new dedicated SDVoE capture card for real-time streaming applications. The VisionSC-S2 card meets the SDVoE Alliance’s parameters for minimum latency and compatibility with the SDVoE Alliance’s range of multimanufacturer hardware solutions that provide “quality, networked video to the highest standards.” With 4K/60 capability, the VisionSC-S2 card claims to deliver an important part […]

Wisycom Srl announced the availability of its new Wisycom App for the Symphony Series wireless microphone system, available for iOS and Android. Accompanying the release of the app are firmware enhancements to the line, which includes the MCR54 four-channel and MCR54-Dual two-channel true-diversity portable receivers, and the MTP60 bodypack transmitter. Similar to the Wisycom Manager […]