Best of Show_NAB Show 2024_June 2024

Program Guide Showcases New Products From the 2024 NAB Show

This Program Guide takes you on a tour of new products introduced for TV, film, video, streaming, radio, audio, pro AV and IT professionals. The Best of Show Awards are for products introduced at the 2024 NAB Show in April.

This digital guide features all the nominees and winners that participated in the Future awards program. It offers an excellent sample of new technology on the market today and allows companies to tell you in their own words why they believe a certain product is noteworthy.

Eight Future publications participated in the awards program: TV Tech, TVB Europe, Radio World, Broadcasting+Cable, Next TV, Sound & Video Contractor, ITPro and Mix. Manufacturers paid a fee for each entry and could enter multiple products. Winners were selected by panels of professional users and editors based on descriptions provided via the nomination form as well as on judges’ inspection at the convention.

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All live event transmissions present unique, high-stakes challenges, requiring the management and coordination of multiple vendors in a no-second-chances environment, but when those live events are taking place in a temporary venue in the middle of a desert, the challenge takes on a whole new dimension. In February, the 10TX team helped PFL/ Bellator kick off the launch of PFL MENA with their first-ever joint payper-view going out from Saudi Arabia to mixed martial arts fans (MMA) all over the world.

On February 24, 2024, MMA fans’ dreams came true when, for the first time ever, PFL Champions faced Bellator Champions in the first combined event of the newly merged top MMA organizations. The 10TX team was onsite in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to deliver the signal for the highly anticipated Pay Per View, which aired on ESPN+ PPV and DAZN.

10TX provided essential preproduction and distribution design services along with onsite support to globally distribute this monumental event, using multiple modes of delivery including fiber, satellite and IP routings. As the signal delivery team, 10TX coordinated the services of all vendors, as well as provided digital delivery to takers in every required format. 10TX established a workflow that incorporated multiple modalities in order to reach all takers in every possible format as well as to provide redundancies that ensured a flawless transmission.

To guarantee optimal coordination, signals were monitored by the East and West Coast 10TX/Nextologies master control teams, and a 10TX team member was also on location with Bitfire. Even with multiple teams

10TX

in play and on the ground, 10TX was able, using its highly experienced team and Nextologies’ time-tested video delivery infrastructure, to deliver an immaculate transmission at roughly one-third the typical cost.

“The PFL team has worked with 10TX on many events recently, but this one was something ambitious and novel for everyone involved because of its location and limited facilities,” said George Greenberg, executive producer, PFL. “As with any event, the delivery must be flawless, and the 10TX team delivered.”

Saudi Arabia is an emerging hotspot for global sporting events, PFL Champions vs Bellator Champions was an unprecedented fight card that featured World Champions and the biggest names in combat sports going head-to-head in

the PFL SmartCage.

10TX provides clients with a custom, multi-approach transmission workflow for each event by determining the needs, evaluating existing resources, and incorporating any ancillary equipment that will be required to exceed expectations and ensure signals are delivered and protected via redundancy. The PFL Champions vs Bellator Champions Pay Per View was unique in that the entire event was created in temporary facilities that were purpose-built and then dismantled following the live event.

The first mega MMA event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, PFL Champions vs Bellator Champions also kicked off another PFL milestone: the announcement of PFL’s second international league, PFL MENA, which debuted in April 2024.

Actus MV — Interactive Intelligent Multiviewer

Actus MV elegantly blends technologies gained from Actus success in compliance logging and quality assurance monitoring, into a robust multiviewer platform that redefines what a multiviewer should be and delivers innovative new features and functions that classic multiviewers are technically unable to provide.

Beyond Your Normal Multiviewer

On-screen interactivity of exclusive new features is central to Actus MV’s appeal, including MV Rewind that enables immediate rewind of Penalty Box content to review and analyze AV issues — something notably absent in conventional multiviewers.

Unprecedented Flexibility – Unlimited Free MV-Heads

Actus MV is designed to utilize COTS hardware in a non-taxing way to deliver technical capabilities that other multiviewers cannot provide without extra hardware and expensive licenses, including:

• Unlimited, no-charge, multiviewerheads, each displaying any combination of unique mosaic layouts.

• Unlimited simultaneous access from both onsite and offsite access points, of both onsite and offsite feeds.

• User-creation of unlimited MV mosaic layouts in a friendly GUI with snap-togrids to tailor unique views for Master Control and any number of additional users.

• Support for any combination of TV, OTT and radio formats including newer formats like ATSC-3, 2110, HLS, SRT and others at SD, HD, 4K, and HDR at multiple probe-points within a video

• Connection via any HTML5 browser for wider accessibility and organizationwide visibility.

Always Recording

Once a channel/signal has displayed on other multiviewers, it is gone forever. Some record-on-exception and may keep a short clip for a short time, but Actus MV includes nonstop recording of every feed that passes through it with an Alert Center that shows all audio/video threshold-faults and is linked to those recordings.

Integrated Reports

Reports showing the history of audio/video issues reveal useful patterns that allow engineers to collaborate on solutions to improve ongoing quality issues. Actus MV also integrates with third-party devices and software, such as a unique agreement with Pikolo ITracker for advanced discrepancy logging and operations management.

Advanced Technical Analysis

Actus technical analysis tools are

integrated at no extra charge, including SCTE analysis, TS analysis, TS structure, as well as reports that allow U.S. television stations to comply with Federal Regulations (FCC) on EAS (Emergency Alert System), CALM Act Loudness violations and more.

More Widgets – Greater Visibility

Alert and analysis details are available as multiviewer widgets to be easily dropped into mosaic layouts, including those mentioned above plus 608/708 captions, DVB subtitles and simple red/green channel-health indicators — great for maximizing visibility across many probe-points or hundreds of channels on a single multiviewer display.

Don’t Forget OTT

A unique OTT-widget is available for OTT/ FAST channels that displays download metrics for unlimited renditions within Adaptive Bit Rate streams and adds an extra level of Quality-of-Service analysis. OTT monitoring at the manifest-level, the encryption-level and the HTTP-level provides comprehensive insight into the quality and performance online viewers receive and allows broadcasters to solve things like tricky buffering issues.

Fresh and Original

Actus MV represents a significant leap forward in multiviewer capabilities and sets a new benchmark for innovation and functionality.

distribution workflow.

ADDERLink® INFINITY 3000 Series

IT managers across various industries are turning to virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) to improve efficiency, reduce downtime and lower total ownership costs. VDI also widens application availability and can improve desktop security. However, the proliferation of virtual environments has led to a growing demand for seamless VDI switching within a single keyboard, video and mouse (KVM) environment.

Historically, integrating flexible VDI access into a KVM matrix posed challenges for most manufacturers. But with the introduction of the ADDERLink® INFINITY 3000 Series (ALIF3000), users can now access and switch between unlimited virtual and physical environments, from a single human-machine interface (HMI). The recent platform updates bring support for a variety of VDI protocols such as HTML5, SSH and VNC. This flexibility empowers users to select the client that best fits their needs, reinforcing the ALIF3000’s role as a comprehensive solution that enhances productivity, adaptability and choice across diverse industries.

Alongside this, the updates bring support for ultra-high-definition (UHD) resolutions and digital Display Port audio — enriching user workflows within the KVM network. The rise of UHD monitors has transformed VDI client interactions.

The ALIF3000 series acknowledges this by delivering pixel-perfect UHD visuals, allowing users to harness their high-resolution displays for enhanced productivity and creativity.

Adder Technology’s commitment to customer-centric design and development is evident in the timely response to market demands. The expansion of VDI protocol support aligns with the shifting landscape of virtualization, providing users with the freedom to choose protocols that best suit their unique requirements.

Developed as a direct result of customer insight and feedback, the ALIF3000 gives customers more flexibility and choice when it comes to choosing the right solution for them.

John Halksworth, senior product manager at Adder said, “Customer and market insight are the driving forces behind our product design and development. With the global server virtualization market projected to soar to $14 billion by 2030, it is critical that we empower our customers to seamlessly access their physical and virtual servers securely. By expanding our range of supported VDI protocols, and improving video resolutions for VDI sessions,

our customers can maximize their UHD investments while harnessing the full potential of the virtual world.”

These updates are not just technological advancements; they translate into tangible benefits for end users.

Technology operations manager at dock10, the U.K.’s leading television facility and creator of the most loved TV shows, commented, “The new updates to the ADDERLink INFINITY 3000 Series further enhance our ability to seamlessly integrate all aspects of our workflow. The ALIF3000 gives us the ability to connect our vast virtual estate with our existing core system, which is a huge bonus when it comes to improved workflows and productivity. Now, with the new updates, we can give our customers and engineers access to both physical and virtual servers, while maximizing our UHD real estate. Our KVM solution has allowed us to streamline our operations — meaning that we can continue to deliver top-notch live TV broadcasts and produce captivating 4K drama for our customers.”

ADOBE

Adobe Premiere Pro — Enhance Speech

The latest Adobe Premiere Pro innovations are making audio editing faster, easier and more intuitive than ever — saving experienced professionals valuable time while enabling newcomers to quickly access the tools they need.

Earlier in 2024, as part of a major audio editing workflow update, Adobe Premiere Pro launched a new AIpowered feature, Enhance Speech, which instantly removes unwanted noise and improves poorly recorded dialogue — making it sound like your audio was recorded in a professional studio — all in a single click.

Enhance Speech within Premiere Pro has been optimized to perform

locally on your machine, allowing you to run Enhance Speech on an unlimited number of clips.

How It Works

1. Select an audio clip containing dialogue on the timeline.

2. Open the Essential Sound panel and select Enhance to start the analysis.

A progress bar will appear in the Essential Sound panel to give an estimate of how long it will take to enhance the selected audio clip. This task occurs in the background, so you can continue your editing workflow while the

speech gets enhanced.

After the process is complete, the audio will be much clearer and the speech much more distinct, improving the overall quality of your dialogue recordings.

Mix Amount Control

Depending on the situation and specific clip, you may want more or less enhancement. With Mix Amount control, you can adjust the amount of enhancement you want to use by dragging the slider to the left or right.

Agile CDN Director — Unified Multi-CDN and Private CDN Session Control Layer

Some of the key challenges for broadcasters, content owners, telcos and OTT providers involve figuring out how to offer highquality programming over the internet to a massive number of locations and devices, while ensuring high network efficiency, user experience, cost-effectiveness and security. That is why we launched Agile CDN Director, an integrated private CDN and multi-CDN session control layer and load balancer. This control layer for delivering video using single or multi-vendor CDN brings significant efficiencies in operations and enables cost optimization, utilizing existing investments as well as a mix of private and public CDNs. It also safeguards the content delivery infrastructure against unauthorized access and piracy attempts through advanced security features.

Key benefits include:

• Optimization of prior investments by reusing existing caches.

• Seamless “in-stream” switching: offloading peak traffic to third-party CDNs and seamlessly switching ongoing sessions between third-party or private CDNs, caches or PoPs.

• Real-time server-side QoE monitoring, enabling operators to boost peak performance, and keep services running smoothly even during high demand.

• Cache agnostic: managing private, cloud and hybrid CDNs independent of vendor and optimizing them for highquality video delivery.

• Adaptable routing logic and userfriendly APIs enable seamless integration with external systems. It supports redirection via HTTP or DNS and can function as a content steering router.

• Highest security: using Common Access Tokens and session security to safeguard against unauthorized access by non-customers, disallowed VPNs and users attempting to forward streams to P2P networks.

As an example of how this translates into business benefits, Telenor Sweden implemented the Agile CDN Director to drive efficiencies and better manage the utilization of its CDN. This enabled them to combine their CDN with Telenor Norway’s, ensuring cross-border redundancy in case of the loss of a site. Telenor Sweden can now optimize its own CDN peak performance capacity and seamlessly offload streaming capacity as well as automatically scale its services using available capacity in Telenor Norway’s networks, or in a public network where needed. No matter the demands on either CDN, customers won’t ever experience any disruption to their services.

Another key benefit that Telenor

Sweden has found to be surprisingly effective is the ability to keep pirates out and only stream to authorized users. Agile CDN Director provides enhanced visibility of everything going on in the CDN at any given time, including the use of common access tokens, which show that customer requests are coming from Telenor’s own backend, and not from outside agents, including pirates trying to access a network. This also frees up capacity and ultimately provides better network speeds for audiences viewing TV services. The operator now stops over 10 million piracy attempts monthly, safeguarding content, revenue and preventing spoofing attacks. Illegal streaming services are a growing problem not just for operators but for society at large. Only in Sweden the estimated pirate video turnover is €49 million, with profits going to organized crime. In the U.S., Parks Associates forecasts streaming services could lose $113 billion to piracy by end of 2027.

24-Foot Mobile Production Trailer

Introducing the ABGTR 24-foot Mobile Production Trailer: Revolutionizing Remote Production

Experience unparalleled flexibility with the ABGTR Trailer’s customizable interior layout. Crafted by Allied Broadcast Group, this state-of-theart trailer embodies innovation and reliability, offering an unparalleled experience for professionals in the broadcast industry. With multiple available sizes, tailored to meet the unique requirements of each production, the trailer allows for effortless integration of essential broadcast equipment, ensuring optimal

functionality and ease of operation, and it’s built to withstand the rigors of on-the-go production. The ABGTR trailer prioritizes reliability and durability in every aspect of its design.

This versatile unit can be made to fit any remote production environment with ease, whether you’re capturing the excitement of a live concert, the intensity of a sports match, or the energy of a corporate event. This mobile unit empowers you to create immersive experiences that resonate with audiences worldwide.

Seamlessly coordinate with your team, manage productions

and monitor live feeds from the comfort of the trailer’s command center, optimizing efficiency and collaboration throughout the production process. With centralized control, you can focus on delivering captivating content without distractions.

Whether you’re a seasoned broadcast professional or an ambitious newcomer, this versatile unit offers the tools and flexibility you need to bring your creative vision to life. Available rack-ready or fully equipped with the latest broadcast gear, the ABGTR trailer will redefine the way you produce captivating content, anytime, anywhere.

Alteon.io is an award-winning, cloudbased platform designed to revolutionize the way content creators, brands and studios manage and collaborate on digital content. It streamlines creative workflows by offering tools for uploading, transcoding, storing and sharing media files efficiently.

Alteon.io’s integration with industrystandard editing software, such as Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere, enhances its appeal by providing an end-toend workflow solution. This allows users to access, edit, comment on and collaborate on projects within a unified interface, significantly reducing the time and complexity involved in content production.

Notably, Alteon.io utilizes IBM Aspera to offer the fastest upload and download speeds available. When paired with Alteon.io’s desktop

application, which helps optimize downloads and uploads, users can move massive raw video files from point A to B faster than ever before. Alteon.io’s cloud storage solutions also make asset management, especially for video production teams, far easier.

Beyond these features, Alteon.io’s interface allows for robust collaboration through commenting and review tools. In-browser playback for files with timecoded commenting allows for editors, directors and creatives of all kinds to work in a centralized and shared location.

Beyond commenting, Alteon.io offers features to request uploads and offer downloads to third parties without a need for an Alteon.io account. This allows for collaboration and sharing of files to be seamless even outside of the Alteon.io infrastructure.

Alteon.io also continues to keep an eye to the development of future media technology. Alteon.io currently supports AR and VR files that can be used on newer technology like the Apple Vision Pro. In addition, Alteon.io is committed to the guidelines of the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity (C2PA) and is currently developing ways of monitoring, labelling and tracking AI or deepfake footage on the platform. Alteon.io represents the beginning of the large-scale cloud infrastructure revolution not only in the media and entertainment industry, but across the board. In leveraging the power of the internet, Alteon.io can connect any set, shoot or handheld camera to any computer, editing software or venue in the world.

AMAZON WEB SERVICES (AWS)

Cloud-Based Broadcast Operations, Monitoring and Control

Cloud-based broadcast operations, monitoring and control is a workflow solution that combines Amazon Web Services (AWS) with independent software vendor (ISV) technology in a firstof-its-kind pipeline that lets broadcasters monitor and control mission-critical, highly complex and geo-dispersed environments in a more intuitive way than on premises.

AWS built the system to support resource creation on demand with just a few clicks of a mouse. Broadcasters can create channels, then ensure that signals are artifact free, playlists and schedules are accurate, and ads are running correctly. The cloud-based environment is resilient, with multiple copies to protect the signal path. Highlighting a successful implementation of broadcast in the cloud, the solution enables greater agility, flexibility and cost-efficiency, while lowering carbon footprint emissions.

(TAG, TVU and M2A), as well as proprietary technology, reducing the level of engineering expertise needed and overall complexity.

the solution also seamlessly blends audiovisual monitoring, infrastructure monitoring, application monitoring and control within a single dashboard.

Though the benefits of cloudbased production are clear, adoption among broadcasters has been slower than anticipated due to the limited knowledge base and skills required to implement the historically complex workflow. This solution’s repeatable framework simplifies the path to cloudbased broadcast operations, monitoring and control. It allows broadcasters to automate the integration of workflow components on AWS, including solutions from ISVs and AWS Partners

The solution also translates the visual assurance that physical onpremises cable connections provide broadcasters to the cloud, with multiple tools that help professionals concretely visualize that abstraction layer and provide a linear point-to-point workflow. The dashboard provides access to operational information and a graphical representation of the signal path, providing broadcasters with the same confidence as working on premises, without requiring dedicated cloud development skills. Providing operators with a consolidated “single pane of glass” monitoring experience,

Core workflow components include AWS Elemental MediaConnect for live video transport; AWS Elemental MediaLive for encoding; AWS Elemental MediaPackage for video origination and packaging; Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (Amazon EC2) for compute resources; and Amazon CloudWatch for AWS infrastructure monitoring and performance metrics; as well as AWS Partners solutions. The configured solutions feed into a Grafana dashboard, providing a simple visual of the workflow that can be connected with any solution that offers an API.

AMD

AMD Alveo MA35D Advanced Media Accelerator

The Alveo MA35D media accelerator is cutting-edge technology revolutionizing interactive media applications. It is designed to support up to 32x 1080p60 streams, ensuring high channel density and superior video quality at ultra-low latency. The accelerator’s optimized architecture helps reduce rack space, network bandwidth and power consumption, making it an efficient solution for infrastructure and content providers to scale cost-effectively while delivering an optimal experience quality. By reducing both CAPEX and OPEX, the Alveo MA35D media accelerator is a game-changer for the media industry.

The Alveo MA35D media accelerator is designed for interactive media applications streaming. It is based on a specialized ASIC architecture that offers the best economics in terms of cost, area and power per

stream. The accelerator is powered by two purpose-built video processing units (VPU) that feature multiple video encoders, a hardened scaler for implementing Adaptive Bitrate (ABR) ladders, a hardware compositor engine, an AI processor, video quality engines and more. Accelerating the entire video pipeline on a single device, the Alveo MA35D platform reduces data movement between CPU and accelerator. This maximizes channel density and minimizes chip-to-chip latency.

HIGHLIGHTS

Video Processing Unit for High Density, Ultra-Low Latency

Streaming

• Specialized ASIC architecture reduces cost-, area- and power-per stream

• Support for AV1, H.264,

H.265 at latencies as low as 8ms (4Kp60)

• 8K max resolution

AI-Enabled, Intelligent Video Pipeline

• Compression efficiency helps reduce bandwidth at optimal video quality

• AI-enabled “smart streaming” enhances the quality of experience at lower bitrates

Cost-Effectively Scale for Interactive Media Application

• Providers can affordably scale for high-volume, real-time streaming

• Enables a new class of interactive media and monetization services

APANTAC

HDR-UDX

Apantac’s HDR-UDX is an SDR/HDR up, down and cross converter, designed to be used as a standalone or integrated into an openGear rack installation. It incorporates the b<>com Sublima technology and Intel® FPGA’s. This solution excels in dynamic and real-time SDR to HDR and HDR to SDR conversions. If you’re shooting in HDR at an event venue or out of an OB truck — or transitioning from SDR to HDR — you want the flexibility to easily convert everything to the same standard allowing you to convert SDR to any type of HDR, down

convert HDR to SDR, and cross convert from one HDR format to another. It also allows you to do frame rate conversion, so you can scale up and down, with genlock and go from HDMI to SDI, or SDI to HDMI.

The Apantac SDR<>HDR converter distinguishes itself through its real-time frame-by-frame adaptive conversion techniques, offering less than one frame latency (1 line) without requiring manual adjustments. This converter stands out from others due to its intelligent algorithm, which ensures optimal conversion regardless of the intricacies

of the video content. By dynamically adapting conversion parameters to the unique characteristics of each image, users can expect consistently highquality results.

An outstanding feature is its ability to deliver a visually lossless experience without relying on metadata. This not only streamlines the conversion process but also guarantees the preservation of visual quality throughout the video chain.

Dante Connect

With a growing need to create content with more flexibility, broadcasters are embracing cloud-based production to meet talent and hardware constraints. Through cloud-based platforms, news, sports and entertainment broadcasters can deliver real-time audio and video experiences efficiently and affordably, with increased flexibility.

Dante Connect, a cloud-based software solution from Audinate, helps broadcasters centralize audio production in the cloud. By leveraging the extensive network of Danteenabled devices installed in stadiums, entertainment venues and studios worldwide, Dante Connect enables broadcasters to overcome barriers and seamlessly centralize audio production in the cloud.

Dante is the de facto networking standard for the professional AV industry, and now using Dante Connect, broadcasters can put more devices to work to maximize productions, on or offsite. With Dante Connect, broadcasters can rethink their production approach by leveraging Dante audio devices anywhere in the world, creating cloudbased networks of these devices, and managing from wherever their production staff is based. The ability

to create efficient remote production workflows directly from the hundreds of thousands of on-premise Dante devices has the potential to revolutionize remote audio production.

A typical remote broadcast often involves sending outside broadcasting (OB) trucks to independent staff to set up production. These local production teams connect with the AV equipment at the site, process it, and send it back to the station. Because of the costs and complexity of these productions, this limits how many events production teams can cover.

By utilizing smaller hardware “fly-packs” sent to event locations, paired with remote production teams mixing Dante audio in the cloud, broadcasters can expand their coverage and support more events in a single day, without the constraints of traditional OB truck setups.

Centralizing audio production with Dante Connect not only enhances efficiency but also reduces costs by eliminating the need for additional resources on-site. Through seamless integration with locally installed audio systems and remote production setups, multichannel Dante audio can

be sent directly to cloud-based virtual machines (VMs) running editing and production suites, enabling skilled audio producers to edit and distribute audio content from anywhere to anywhere in the world.

The latest update to Dante Connect introduces WebRTC-powered Remote Contributor functionality, enabling audio contribution from anywhere with an internet connection. Remote Contribution is a compressed audio stream ensuring success from home studios and distant locations that may not have access to high-speed connections. For example, a remote commentator for a sporting event could participate in a broadcast by monitoring audio feed with Remote Monitor and simultaneously adding event commentary using Remote Contributor — without the need for specialized hardware.

With a rich roadmap, including exciting new features like remote contributor functionality, Dante Connect continues to lead the way in audio production for broadcasters, enabling seamless collaboration and content creation from anywhere in the world.

ASTRA Media Factory

The ASTRA Media Factory is one platform with three dimensions. First is the range of services, covering the whole lifecycle of assets, automating production, management, playout and distribution.

The second dimension is the environment; it can operate in any combination of on-prem, remote and multi-cloud.

The third dimension is integration. Aveco’s third-party integration library is the industry’s largest, allowing the best products and services to be used; this future-proofs media company investments.

Across all three dimensions, ASTRA Media Factory extends unified workflows and provides a unified user experience.

Impact

In this ever-changing media world, ASTRA Media Factory allows media companies to utilize past investments in on-prem technologies, as well as expand to the cloud gradually and naturally. It allows building and changing workflows with the best of all worlds, on-prem, cloud and remote to achieve the required business goals, while unified workflows and UX virtually eliminate the re-training of staff.

ASTRA Media Factory increases efficiency while improving the on-air/ online look. It speeds editing via MAM tools including AI. It speeds news/sports production with automation designed for breaking news. ASTRA Media Factory is

here to enable the change, to bridge the present with the future.

The Factory Floor

ASTRA Media Factory helps our customers create, manage and deliver content reliably, efficiently and with maximum impact. To achieve this, every workflow step is automated.

Automating all studio production equipment allows smaller staffs to produce higher-quality news/sports/programming.

Automating ingest of files or live signals, ingest of metadata, or story-bystory ingest of news bulletins also triggers subsequent processing without the need of manual intervention.

Media Asset Management controls the media production workflows, manages metadata including AI enrichment, and acts as the heart of ASTRA Media Factory.

Playout of a bouquet of channels of any complexity is easily handled with on-prem, remote and cloud resources in the same GUI for efficient, responsive master control.

Since last NAB Show, ASTRA Media Factory has expanded tremendously with several projects using the SCTE 35/104/224/268 standards for localization.

Environments

ASTRA Media Factory operates on-prem, in the cloud and in hybrid. It integrates equipment

and appliances installed in any of these environments and manages media seamlessly across the boundaries.

ASTRA Media Factory also manages the remote environment, by direct control of the geographically distributed edge devices and distribution systems.

Integrations

Aveco’s library of interfaces and implemented APIs of third-party products is the industry’s largest. It keeps growing, across multiple clouds, remote systems and on-prem. Integration ranges from Tier 1 brands to Open-Source packages, and across all parts of media operations hardware, software and services.

Self-Healing

Aveco ASTRA Media Factory includes the industry’s only self-healing architecture that instantly rebuilds backups by applying rules that assign resources. The solution remains operational and fully normalized to maintain uninterrupted distribution.

ASTRA Media Factory provides unique, modular automation capabilities.

Media needs are growing quickly, and Aveco’s ASTRA Media Factory is another major milestone, from one of the industry’s most innovative automation providers.

What is BCNEXXT’s Vipe?

Vipe is a cloud-native, software offering that speeds up the deployment of fully automated linear playout (including live), OTT streaming and VOD. It removes silos and simplifies media supply chains, with more than 60% cost reductions.

Vipe manages content components, facilitating versioning and QC in advance.The output is rendered in the required distribution format, introducing considerable resource savings. With 99.9999% uptime, fast deployment and infinite scalability, VIPE is the holy grail in playout.

What is BCNEXXT’s big differentiator? Beyond cloud native!

BCNEXXT is the bridge between understanding broadcasting and how next-generation software can utilize the technical and business advantages of native cloud deployments. Vipe is very smart! It understands the complexity of content and uses the scalability of public clouds such as AWS to keep resource usage and therefore costs to a minimum. By analyzing the content ahead of time, the Vipe orchestrator automatically deploys and releases resources to match the processing required by that content.

At the macro level:

If you show a live sports event for three hours in a day, the Vipe orchestrator will spin up enough processing resources to decode, process (DVE, PiP, Graphics, SCTE, Nielsen, etc.) and encode that live stream to the transmission format for those three hours. Once aired, Vipe will minimize the resources required to just playback file-based content, which is

Vipe

about 15% of the resources required for live playout.

The math is simple:

In a 24-hour period, Vipe only uses 15% of peak resources for 21 of those 24 hours. If your playout system runs on a virtual machine, then the resource remains at 100% for the full 24-hour period.

Vipe uses 3 x 100% + 21 x 15% = 615/24 = 25% of the resource usage of a virtual machine-based system, which will be directly reflected in your invoice!

At the micro level:

Vipe also understands the difference between simple file-based playout and complex breaks, where multilayer graphics and other effects may be required. Assuming the schedule and content are available ahead of time, Vipe levels the resource load across content of different complexity, ensuring the lowest cost resources are utilized. For late-breaking content, Vipe can scale onto

quickly available resources, which are released once that content is prepared for playout. Therefore: Assuming two minutes of breaks in every 10 minutes of content, resource usage can be reduced, on average, by 60%, as our clients report.

Why do you need it?

Broadcasters and content owners are missing the opportunity to become operationally leaner and more efficient through simplifying their playout operations. The playout process is currently focused on bringing components together in real time at playout, and each delivery format has its own “silo” creating multiple supply chain endpoints. Vipe merges Linear, Streaming and VoD silos under a single point of technical management and optimizes supply chain through a single componentized endpoint to avoid costly duplication and simplify operations.

BCNEXXT

BIRDDOG

MAKI Ultra

Introducing the new MAKI Ultra — where compact innovation meets powerful performance. Named after the sushi roll, the handy MAKI Ultra box camera delivers big shots, in tight spaces.

This little powerhouse packs in lightning-fast autofocus and 4K60 capabilities to ensure you catch every moment with stunning precision. With enhanced network reliability through NDI® | HX3 integration, you can trust MAKI Ultra to deliver top-quality video without breaking a sweat.

Intuitive physical buttons located on the side of the camera give you seamless control, dive into your creative zone without getting bogged down in technical stuff.

Say hello to your new favorite sidekick for capturing moments in detail and in style — killing it. Every. Single. Shot. 12x and 20x Zoom available. *NDI | HX2 and NDI | HX3 supported.

Tally Light

Professional results need professional tools. MAKI Ultra sports the most visible

and effective Tally system available. Up front with a large, daylight visible border. Your cast and crew will always know where to look to keep you audience engaged and your look polished.

Compact, Yet Mighty

The MAKI Ultra boasts a compact footprint helping you capture those unusual and engaging camera angles with ease. With MAKI Ultra you can deliver killer POV shots that put your audience right in the game at eSports events, or attach MAKI Ultra to a band rig to capture incredible angles of your drummers or instrumentalists, be they in a band or a house of worship. Wherever the action is, MAKI Ultra ensures you never miss a beat.

NDI® | HX3

The X1 and X1 Ultra delivers superior network performance via NDI® | HX3 integration. Significantly reducing network impact while maintaining excellent image quality, meaning its more friendly in more network environments.

BirdDog’s NDI® | HX3 surpasses certification parameters, delivering quality and performance you can count on.

Super-Fast Autofocus

It’s fast AF. MAKI Ultra’s super-fast autofocus is a game-changer for dynamic content and fast-paced environments. Equipped with a laser and powered by advanced automatic focusing algorithms, MAKI Ultra ensures rapid and accurate autofocus. Whether your subjects are zipping across the frame or moving closer and further away to the camera, MAKI Ultra keeps them sharp and in focus. Every. Single. Time.

On-Board Buttons

MAKI Ultra’s intuitive physical buttons means that once you’ve set it up, you can just reach in and make quick adjustments to zoom and focus, and access to the onscreen menu. No awkwardly placed controls or a walk back to your controller. One and done, on to the next task.

BirdDog X1. X1 Ultra

Revolutionize your content creation experience with BirdDog X1 and X1 Ultra — PTZs like no other.

Experience category-defining smooth, controllable movement and stunning image quality with X1 and X1 Ultra, with Halo Tally and AI Tracking for pure live production magic.

Say hello to seamless connectivity with NDI® | HX3 and WiFi, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of technological excellence.

One more thing… X1 and X1 Ultra decode NDI® | HX at the same time! Say goodbye to guesswork with confidence monitoring or teleprompting output directly from your camera.

And here’s the final showstopper: an industry-first e-ink display that not only tells you everything you need to know, but stays brilliantly visible even when the camera is off!

Elevate your creativity and embrace innovation with X1 and X1 Ultra.

X1 Ultra - 4K 30

X1 - 1080p 60

Halo Tally

Professional results need professional tools. X1 and X1 Ultra sport the most visible and effective Tally system available. Up front with a large, daylight visible border, and out back with an interchangeable, illuminated numbering system. Your cast and crew will always know where to look to keep your audience engaged and your look polished.

AI Tracking

technology, intelligently following your subject’s movements in real time. Whether you’re orchestrating a live event, capturing spontaneous moments in a hybrid environment, or focusing on details in a TED talk, AI tracking helps you get well framed — without needing an octopus to run the controller.

Every production could use a little help from a friend. The X1 and X1 Ultra keep your subject in focus with AI tracking

NDI® | HX3

The X1 and X1 Ultra deliver superior network performance

via NDI® | HX3 integration. You get significantly reduced network impact and excellent image quality, meaning it’s more friendly in more network environments. BirdDog’s NDI® | HX3 surpasses the minimum certification parameters, delivering quality and performance you can count on.

Wi-Fi

No need to use cables to capture every shot. On top of regular Ethernet with PoE, X1 and X1 Ultra have built-in Wi-Fi functionality. Easily capture shots from spots where it’s hard to run cable, seamlessly integrating into any environment. Your setup just became a whole lot more flexible.

Integrated NDI® | HX Decoder

The X1 and X1 Ultra are the world’s first PTZ cameras featuring an NDI® | HX* Decoder designed specifically for confidence monitoring, return feeds or teleprompter usage. We’ve pulled all this connectivity into a single cable, radically simplifying how you interface with your equipment. Less gear. Less hassle. Whether you’re broadcasting live or delivering a CEO address, the integrated NDI® | HX decoder enables more engagement with less setup.

*NDI® | HX2 and NDI® | HX3 supported

E-Ink Label

The always-on e-Ink label on the X1 and X1 Ultra is a game-changer. From network addresses for easy access to controls through to customizable logos* to complement your brand image, this cool feature ensures that your set-up is clear and each camera easily identifiable even when the power is off.

BITCENTRAL INC.

ViewNexa Channels

ViewNexa Channels is a comprehensive FAST channel streaming solution offering broadcast-quality live stream management for viewing across all devices. Our solution ensures uninterrupted streaming with adaptive bitrate streaming and configurable georestrictions for personalized access.

Our solution supports FAST channel syndication with automated content assembly and distribution to a vast network of partners. Customers set up channels in seconds, allowing self-programming with new content additions and personalized sessions. The interactive dashboard offers valuable metrics to help maximize monetization with comprehensive analytics – providing insights on session counts, video views, and more.

ViewNexa Channels integrates effortlessly into existing workflows. With manual SCTE-35 insertion, customers have precise control over ad breaks and content transitions, ensuring a seamless viewing experience for the audience. Moreover, our robust advertising support empowers customers to optimize their ad strategy effectively.

Beyond basic advertising capabilities, ViewNexa Channels goes further to support AVOD advertising, allowing customers to facilitate preroll and mid-roll ad campaigns. With detailed targeting options, customers can tailor their ads to specific audiences, maximizing engagement and revenue potential.

ViewNexa Channels has recently undergone significant technological advancements:

Teaming up with Singular.live, ViewNexa offers broadcast-quality graphics tailored for live streaming

events like news, sports, and election coverage. This integration provides tools for creating custom graphics, seamlessly integrating live data feeds for elements such as sports scores and news tickers. Our platform now boasts features aimed at optimizing broadcasting efficiency. Users can easily manage scheduled broadcast channels, analyze ad distribution, and identify ad breaks. Notably, nested and looping clips can be displayed directly within the Electronic Programming Guide (EPG), enhancing overall viewer engagement.

Our Social Media Distribution feature broadens FAST channel outputs to social media platforms. We regularly update configurations to meet evolving needs, enabling SRT stream format delivery with SCTE markers and enhancing the Electronic Programming Guide (EPG). Users also enjoy four selfserve outbound MRSS feeds.

The new ViewNexa API exposes data for customers to interact with ViewNexa Channels programmatically. This enables developers to read and write changes to ViewNexa Channels seamlessly, facilitating smoother integration within existing workflows.

ViewNexa Channels stands out with several key differentiators:

• Graphics: The previously mentioned partnership with

Singular.live.

• Breaking News: We seamlessly transition from on-demand to live content within 6 seconds of a live signal, eliminating disruptions and ‘Coming Soon’ slates.

• Event-based Live Trigger: Flexibility in starting live events prevents ‘dead air’, addressing a common complaint among publishers.

• Dynamic Playlist Generation: Our dynamic playlist system prioritizes short-form and live programming over traditional time-based models.

• Live to VOD Capture: All live streaming content is immediately available for playback, streamlining operations for time-saving efficiency.

• Integrated SSAI: Our in-house developed SSAI technology ensures seamless ad transitions and increased ad-fill rates, providing a flexible and integrated solution.

ViewNexa Channels stands as a testament to Bitcentral’s extensive expertise in media workflows, stemming from over 20 years of experience serving top-tier media companies. ViewNexa Channels benefits from the company’s rich history and depth of experience, ensuring reliability and excellence in media management solutions.

BITMOVIN

Bitmovin Analytics AI User Session Interpreter

Bitmovin launched Bitmovin Analytics AI Session Interpreter at the 2024 NAB Show. The new feature for Bitmovin Analytics leverages the power of AI to help users better understand playback sessions with explanations and recommendations for improving their service.

Bitmovin’s Analytics allows users to track, monitor and analyze their video streams in real time and provides insights into users’ behavior, player performance and more. Adding AI Session Interpreter takes Bitmovin Analytics to the next level by streamlining its ability to process data and pinpoint the source of streaming problems much more quickly. Bitmovin Analytics AI Session Interpreter also makes recommendations explaining how to improve streaming for viewers based on real-world session data and industry benchmarks.

Bitmovin Analytics AI Session Interpreter leverages Google PaLM 2, a next-generation large language model that excels at reasoning tasks and can decompose a complex task into simpler subtasks. Bitmovin Analytics AI Session Interpreter sends session data but no customer or user-identifiable information for analysis and to generate concise text summaries of individual video sessions. These text summaries provide the user with a breakdown of user session quality, including startup time and buffering, explain how it will impact the viewer, and make recommendations for improvements.

The Bitmovin Team developed the recommendations by feeding Google PaLM 2 analytics data from a streaming session. The initial results provided simply a description of the data:

The question: “Please analyze this

video streaming session?”

The answer: “The first event is a play event, which indicates that the user has started playing the video.

“The second event is a buffering event, which indicates that the video is buffering.”

To improve the usefulness of the output, the Bitmovin Team then focused on fine-tuning the prompt/question and the model’s parameters by employing an iterative approach to the phrasing of questions for optimal AI outputs. This involved clearly defining desired aspects for AI summarization and requesting recommendations for improvement. Explanations of the analytics session data properties were provided, along with context for specific metrics. This included thresholds, ideal value ranges, and how these metrics impact the viewer experience. Additionally, structuring the analytics data in JSON format facilitated easier interpretation by the AI.

After refining the question and contextual data, Bitmovin Analytics AI User Session Interpreter provides

users with summaries, analysis and recommendations, with excerpts of each provided below:

Summarization

“The video was not paused and there were no buffering events. However, there were 53 quality changes during the session. This could indicate that the network connection was unstable or that the ABR logic was not working properly. ...”

Analysis

“The user’s network connection may have been unstable, which could have caused the video to switch between different bitrates to maintain a smooth playback experience. ...”

Recommendation

“To improve the user experience, it would be helpful to investigate the cause of the quality changes. If the network connection is unstable, the user could try using a different network or connecting to a different location. ...”

BLACK BOX

Emerald®AV WALL

Rethinking user experience and collaboration in broadcast control rooms, there is a strong need for shared remote access to a variety of systems with instant response times and error-free switching, better team collaboration, and visualization of an ever-increasing amount of information at the user console and a video wall.

Taking a fresh approach, Black Box introduces Emerald®AV WALL, a software upgrade of our award-winning Emerald DESKVUE receiver, adding video wall control to the IP KVM system. AV WALL comes with a set of APIs for advanced video wall processing. With AV WALL, any DESKVUE user can simultaneously control up to 16 selected systems and view system information on up to four monitors at his console while also sharing contents directly and instantly on a 2x2 video wall without changing the control system.

Emerald DESKVUE with AV WALL integrates and operates with the Emerald ecosystem that provides shared access to an unlimited number of physical computers, virtual machines, cloud appliances and H.264/265 camera feeds at any time and any location. The system boasts extremely low

bandwidth usage with full HD/4K video interoperability, multilevel redundancy, and advanced security.

Emerald®AV WALL represents a significant advancement in integrating KVM and video wall systems, providing a seamless experience for installers, administrators and operators. In reality, they have become one system and AV WALL is the missing technology that our existing Emerald KVM system needs to become a video wall product. Adding AV WALL into the Emerald KVM family enhances security, streamlines operations and reduces costs.

In the control room, AV WALL allows video walls to directly access physical/ virtual machines, including H.264/5 streams for enhanced flexibility in managing various systems. Direct access to virtual systems using PCoIP and PCoIP Ultra protocols ensures efficient communication and interaction with virtual environments. AV WALL accommodates many codecs and protocols, ensuring compatibility with evolving technologies, as more applications transition to the cloud.

To tailor their workspaces, users connect one keyboard,

mouse and audio to the DESKVUE unit. DESKVUE’s four 4K video outputs link to desktop monitors and video wall displays. By cascading DESKVUE receivers, up to four 4K desktop monitors (one can be 5K) support each user console and a 2x2 video wall directly. Support for larger video walls is planned for 2024.

Leveraging Emerald’s distributed database concept, AV WALL eliminates single points of failure, enhancing reliability and ensuring uninterrupted operation.

AV WALL reduces installation complexities in the control room by connecting to physical machines via an IP transmitter or directly accessing virtual machines over the network. This eliminates the need for additional equipment, minimizing setup time and effort.

Operators can push their display onto a video wall effortlessly, facilitating quick collaboration when needed. Whether connecting to physical machines, virtual machines or directly to cameras via H.264/5 streams, AV WALL ensures seamless integration and display sharing.

BLACKMAGIC DESIGN

Blackmagic 2110 IP Converters

Blackmagic 2110 IP Converters (from US$365) have been designed to integrate SDI equipment into 2110 IP broadcast systems. Adding converters means customers get a low-cost way to transform their video equipment to SMPTE 2110.

Blackmagic 2110 IP Converters conform to the SMPTE ST 2110 standard for IP video, which specifies the transport, synchronization and description of 10-bit video, audio and ancillary data over managed IP networks for broadcast. It also re-syncs SDI inputs to a common PTP clock or external gear can lock to the reference output that’s also generated from the PTP clock.

Blackmagic 2110 IP Converters are available with RJ-45 connectors for simple Cat6 copper cables or SFP sockets for optical fiber modules and cables. Using simple Cat6 copper cables means customers can build SMPTE ST 2110 systems at a dramatically lower cost.

NMOS protocol. While more complex to configure, it’s totally flexible.

One of the biggest problems with SMPTE ST 2110 is needing IT on standby to keep video systems running. Blackmagic 2110 IP converters solve this problem because they can connect point-to-point, so customers don’t need to use a complex Ethernet switch if they don’t want to, getting the advantage of SMPTE ST 2110 IP video with simple Ethernet cables, remote power, and bidirectional video.

When working in larger SMPTE ST 2110 systems, plug everything into the Ethernet switch and then make the connections between devices by configuring the Ethernet switch. It works just like a large video router as all connections are made between the SMPTE ST 2110 devices. All Blackmagic 2110 IP products support the

Blackmagic 2110 IP Converters support the NMOS interface specifications, so all ST 2110 IP video devices can operate together as a large virtual router. Plus, Videohub Smart Control can route sources to destinations on ST 2110 IP networks because it can act as an NMOS controller. Blackmagic 2110 IP Converters are designed to support the highest-quality video. 10-bit is the most used television standard as colors can be represented with four times the precision of 8-bit video. Only working with 10-bit video will ensure all images are a perfect pixel-for-pixel transmission of the original SDI source for working at the absolute highest quality possible.

By using 10G Ethernet, Blackmagic SMPTE-2110 IP video

products can be smaller, lower power and more affordable. 10G Ethernet allows products to be remotely powered. When using Ultra HD above 30 ps, there is not enough bandwidth for uncompressed 10bit video, but the Blackmagic IP10 codec solves this problem with a low latency of eight samples, is open standard, and has no license fees. It’s an extremely small codec that uses very few FPGA resources, so it ensures SMPTE ST 2110 IP video products remain affordable.

Blackmagic 2110 IP Converters have connections that support SD, HD and Ultra HD video standards for connecting existing SDI broadcast equipment to new IP-based infrastructure. It supports all standards up to 2160p60 in Ultra HD. The converters will auto switch to a new video standard when the input changes. The multichannel models can run a different video standard on each channel.

BOLAND COMMUNICATIONS BGM7-4K

The Boland BGM7-4K signal generator has been designed with accuracy, dependability, and ease of use for professional broadcast. This unit features a 7-inch built-in LCD to monitor the most demanding highfidelity signal generation needs. The 12G SDI input allows signal generation (and loop-out) of up to full 4096x2160p60 via 12G SDI Single link

or Quad link (two Sample Interleave or Quadrant Division) signal types.

The BGM7-4K can also accept an SFP input/output, as well as HDMI 2.0.

The generator is easily rackmounted one moment and portable the next due to its quick-release design.

Under the hood the BGM7-4K is both a media player and signal generator. Waveform,

Vector Scope, 16 Track Audio Meters, Peaking Assist, False Color, Time Code, Safe Area Markers, Blue Only, UMD and H/V delay round out some of the generator’s suite of precise and functional features.

Unique to Bridge Technologies’ suite of broadcast monitoring probes, two new PTS-PCR checks have been developed as part of the new version 6.3 release, and leverage Bridge’s exceptional understanding of packet behavior in order to deliver even more in-depth analysis of misalignment and timing slippage on compressed networks.

The complexity associated with timing issues in audiovisual delivery has presented challenges for broadcasters for some time, and extends to also affect additional elements such as subtitles.

Typically, these individual assets generally maintain their own PTS (Presentation Time Stamp) within each stream, which can then be referenced against the PCR (Program Clock Reference) to ensure alignment. While clock slippage necessarily constitutes a part of most major monitoring systems by virtue of the mandatory PTS Repetition check that forms part of the TR 101 290 specification, its analysis generally only goes as far as indicating presence of slippage. As such, it lacks diagnostic or predictive power. In SFN-based terrestrial networks or in headend satellite ingest systems particularly, conventional clock slippage monitoring methods may often prove insufficient.

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PTS-PCR checks

configured to alert engineers to time slippage skew and buffer timing issues in much harder-to-detect contexts, thus predicting eventual errors more promptly and accurately, and allowing for improved error diagnosis.

The addition of these two new forms of PTS-PCR check constitutes an important technological advancement because they go beyond the current abilities of conventional TR 101 290 mandatory repetition checks, and allow for the detection of hard-to-identify buffer timing issues.

As such, Bridge Technologies have developed these two new PTS-PCR time checks, which provide even more in-depth analysis of misalignment and timing slippage. They can be

They leverage a more sophisticated understanding of difference values and their interactions and patterns than any other comparable monitoring product on the market, and as such, represent Bridge’s unparalleled

comprehension of packet behavior.

Moreover, from a business and operational perspective, they are crucial because wellmanaged timing between audio and video is an absolute necessity in broadcast. With a vast array of possible broadcast services and almost no switching costs, audiences are almost entirely intolerant of quality issues. Even the most minute skew between audio, video and subtitles can affect the ultimate QoE, and prove so distracting to viewers that they switch the channel or service. In competitive markets, broadcasters need to be sure that they are delivering exceptional QoS and QoE — every time, all the time.

However, this is easier said than done, because timing skew does not have a singular cause. It can arise in a variety of contexts — some harder to detect than others. Bridge’s new advanced PTS-PCR checks are based on an understanding of packet behavior, which allows Bridge probes to make earlier, more reliable and deeper predictions about the potential occurrence of timing skew. The end result is that broadcasters are granted the ability to deliver flawless content, reliably and consistently, and therefore maintain their market share without risk of losing audiences to technical, delivery-based faults.

BG-Air4Kast | 4K@60Hz HDMI 2.0 Wireless Extender

The BG-Air4Kast is an advanced 4K@60Hz HDMI wireless extender kit consisting of a transmitter and receiver. It leverages ipcolor STREAM technology for highdefinition, near zero-latency video transmission. Operating on the 5G wireless frequency band, it delivers stability, anti-interference capabilities and safety. 4K@60Hz resolution can be transmitted over a 100 Mb cellular network while the bit rate adjusts automatically depending

on different network environments ensuring stable transmission performance. The BG-Air4Kast supports wireless transmission up to 164 feet (50 meters), offering a solution for wirelessly transmitting video in applications such as video conferences, home entertainment and multimedia education.

Key features include resolution support up to 4K@60Hz; HDMI

loop out on the transmitter; IR passback; compatibility with 5G wireless frequency bands; and interference mitigation through SSID pairing and channel switching. The BG-Air4Kast wireless extender can also be easily upgraded via a Micro USB port.

Experience crystal-clear 4K magic without cables. Say goodbye to cable clutter and hello to wireless Ultra HD goodness!

BG-QuadFusion-4K | 4-Ch UHD Video Production Switcher

The BG-QuadFusion-4K video production switcher is a valuable tool for professionals and content creators. With support for up to 4-Ch HDMI/ DisplayPort 4K60 inputs, it offers versatile video control, allowing seamless integration of multiple video sources. This versatility is crucial for creating polished content by combining different camera angles and shots.

What sets this switcher apart is its commitment to audio and visual excellence. It comes equipped with HDMI and DP decoders, format conversion, audio processing and video streaming capabilities. This ensures impeccable audiovisual output, maintaining synchronized audio and video for a cohesive viewing experience.

In terms of special effects, the BG-QuadFusion-4K offers a wide range of options including smooth transitions like mix, fade, wipes and picture-in-picture (PIP) effects. These

features enhance viewer engagement and unleash creativity in content production — particularly important in television and film.

The production switcher’s userfriendly interface features keyboard control, intuitive menu settings and language options — resulting in streamlining live production tasks and configurations. Its durability, thanks to its metal aluminum alloy construction, makes it suitable for studio and on-location use. Plus, its ultra-thin design simplifies transportation and maintenance.

One of the standout features is its support for real-time live broadcasting through RTMP streaming. This expands audience reach and engagement, making it an excellent choice for broadcasting large-scale events like sports and concerts.

Remote control capabilities

add to its versatility, allowing professionals to operate the switcher from a distance. This feature proves useful in scenarios where discreet operation or control from a different location is necessary.

Keying effects such as chroma key and luma key functionalities enable easy overlay of graphics and subtitles. This is valuable for adding visual elements and information to the broadcast or film production, enhancing the overall viewer experience.

The BG-QuadFusion-4K video production switcher is a comprehensive solution catering to the diverse needs of professionals and content creators. It’s an essential tool for those looking to create engaging and visually stunning content while maintaining control and flexibility in their production processes.

CANON

Canon CJ27ex7.3B

The new Canon CJ27ex7.3B broadcast lens represents an advancement in visual storytelling, redefining possibilities for broadcasters. Offering a class-leading 27x optical zoom, this lens sets a new standard for image quality and clarity in broadcast lenses. With a focal range spanning from 7.3mm to 197mm, and with a built-in 2x extender, its maximum telephoto reach increases to 394mm, allowing the lens to provide versatility for capturing a wide range of scenes and subjects with great detail and clarity.

What sets the CJ27ex7.3B apart is its ability to combine outstanding zoom capability with portability. The 27x zoom ratio, typically only available in 2/3-inch box lenses, is now offered in a portable lens. The lens is perfect for hand-

held news, live sports coverage and broadcast studios — providing content creators with the freedom to capture dynamic footage without compromise.

The new lens also features Canon’s next-generation drive unit, the e-Xs V. The advanced unit features an angled 20-pin connector and a built-in USB-C connector, streamlining equipment setup and maintenance for operators. The updated display menu enhances usability, allowing operators to focus on their creative vision without distractions.

Additionally, the lens incorporates a new feature for a portable lens — Focus Breathing Compensation — to help minimize image distortion when racking focus.

This lens also supports ARIA (Automatic Restoration of Illumination Attenuation) technology, also minimizes the effects of f-drop/ramping as the lens zooms.

The CJ27ex7.3B promises to advance the world of broadcast. Its debut at the NAB Show represents Canon’s commitment to providing the best equipment possible to enhance visual storytelling and empowering professional content creators with innovative tools. By combining superb optical performance, portability and advanced imaging technology, the CJ27ex7.3B sets a new standard for broadcast lenses, offering unmatched performance and versatility to meet the evolving needs of the industry.

Gen-IC is a cloud-managed virtual intercom service enabling real-time partyline workflows without the need for intercom hardware. Simple to deploy, configure and manage, Gen-IC is scalable for both small and large teams while also providing a wide range of connectivity to existing onsite intercom systems.

public internet and cellular networks and backed by Clear-Com’s pioneering experience and customer support.

Gen-IC is securely available worldwide over the

COBALT DIGITAL

PACIFIC 9992-ENC-INDIGO

This product adds support for SMPTE ST 2110 inputs to the Cobalt PACIFIC 9992-ENC encoder product. With this option, the encoder can provide compressed outputs natively at the edge of an IP facility.

The Cobalt PACIFIC 9992-ENC is a very flexible MPEG-2/AVC/HEVC encoder, capable of handling up to four signals up to 1080p60, or one 4K signal. The encoder has the following capabilities:

• Capable of 4:2:0 and 4:2:2 operation

• Capable of 8-bit and 10-bit operation

• Extensive audio capabilities

• Ultra Low Latency available for HEVC

• Extensive support for ancillary data

• Wide variety of outputs, from traditional ASI, to UDP/RTP/FEC/RTMP, and including internet transports such as HLS, SRT and RIST.

The PACIFIC 9992-ENC has been shipping since 2018. What is new for 2024 is a new factory-installed hardware option for SMPTE ST 2110 input, the INDIGO 2110-DC02. The prominent features of the new PACIFIC 9992-ENC-INDIGO are:

• Support for ST 2110-20 (baseband) and ST 2110-22 (JPEG-XS - optional) video, including support for full

asynchronous operation (IPMX-compatible).

• Support for up to two essences of ST 2110-30 (audio); each essence can have up to 16 channels of audio, and the product offers the ability to mix and match channels

• Support for ST 2110-40 (ancillary data), which can be combined with ST 2038 transparent transport for a full ancillary data solution

• Support for up to four channels at 1080p60 or one 4K channel. Each channel can be individually selected between SDI and ST 2110.

• Dual SFP cages for ST 2022-7 seamless switching, supporting both 10 Gbps and 25 Gbps interfaces and up to Class-C WAN operation.

NMOS IS-04/IS-05 support.

The combination of the award-winning PACIFIC 9992-ENC with the ST 2110 input interface option creates a very powerful integrated solution that can be directly deployed in an ST 2110 facility for local encoding, low-latency transport over the internet using RIST, or to drive a traditional ASI workflow, without having to deploy separate gateway devices.

The ability to mix traditional SDI

and ST 2110 feeds in the same device and support for IPMX provides even greater flexibility.

The addition of ST 2110 inputs to the PACIFIC 9992-ENC creates a very flexible product that can be directly deployed at the edge of an IP facility. Since it supports both ST 2110 and SDI, customers can mix and match inputs as needed. Since this technology is provided in openGear form factor, it includes all the advantages of that ecosystem: common frame, redundant hot-swappable power supplies, hot-swappable cards and a common control system. Moreover, the PACIFIC 9992-ENC-INDIGO is compatible with the Cobalt BBG-1300-FR standalone frame, which provides a powerful portable package for applications where space is at a premium.

IP production facilities often require encoders at the edge to transmit the content over the internet or to remote facilities that have limited bandwidth. Having a state-of-the-art encoder with extensive video, audio and protocol support is critical for such applications. The PACIFIC 9992-ENC-INDIGO can provide such functionality in an integrated package.

NANO X

Introducing the NANO X — where power merges with portability, reliability intertwines with innovation, and creativity transcends limits. It’s a groundbreaking leap in portable power, setting industry benchmarks.

The featherweight design redefines portability, shaving off nearly 20% of competitor weights, delivering power without excess baggage. Crafted with precision for optimal efficiency, its compact build ensures formidable performance in a petite package.

Embedded within the NexCore™ battery shell, the patent-pending EmLED™ display heralds a new era of resilient battery design. With the firstof-its-kind NexCore casing compound,

crafted from robust polycarbonate, NANO X offers unparalleled protection against impacts and vibrations, enhanced by weather-resistant features, ideal for cinematic escapades. The innovative EmLED display provides precise power management insights, ensuring durability in demanding environments.

NANO X boasts a wraparound LED gauge for effortless battery status monitoring from any angle on set, complemented by up to 100-watt USB-C Power Delivery and p-tap port integration for streamlined workflows and compatibility with production gear.

Integrated with Voltbridge

iD, NANO X revolutionizes battery monitoring — simply wave a phone for vital stats, no magic needed. With Core’s forthcoming app this summer, managing a battery fleet will be a breeze.

Our commitment to quality shines through with premium cells ensuring seamless operation in extreme temperatures, from icy peaks to scorching deserts. Rest assured, NANO X stands ready to provide reliable power, wherever one’s adventures takes them.

The NANO X series is available in 98wh and 150wh capacities, in V-mount and G-mount. FOR MORE INFO

CUESCRIPT

CueFlip

CueFlip Screen-to-Screen Protector — Transporting teleprompters was always precarious. CueScript has flipped this age-old paradigm with a world’s first — CueFlip. CueScript’s CueFlip is a smart folding field prompter and talent monitor in a truly unique form factor that eliminates breakage concerns when transporting systems. CueFlip flips tradition with

screens that fold face-to-face securely, supported by the highest-quality metalworks and hardware available, eliminating the possibility of damaging outward facing displays. The easy-to-assemble design enables fast field setup at its destination and optimizes production values with the high-

est NIT prompter screens on the market. CueFlip eliminates the nail-biting worry of discovering damaged gear minutes before “show time” or a “breaking news” event, providing peace-of-mind and confidence in the highly demanding and stressful world of live production — especially in the field.

CUTTING ROOM AS CuttingRoom

CuttingRoom is a cloud-based video editor for seamlessly capturing, editing and publishing content. Making its debut at the NAB Show, the new Growing Live Timeline feature allows editors to work on live feeds in real time, seamlessly integrating live broadcast content into the post-production workflow. This functionality is designed to reduce the delay between the capture of live events and the availability of footage for editing, enhancing the efficiency of video production workflows.

The platform is designed for the modern video production team, offering a comprehensive, collaborative and accessible editing environment. By facilitating real-time work on live feeds, CuttingRoom speeds up the editing process and opens up new creative possibilities. This is especially impactful for live event coverage, news broadcasting and sports, allowing for the streaming of edited content concurrently with live events. In an era demanding swift content delivery, CuttingRoom offers an unparalleled advantage. Its cloud-based nature provides several key benefits, including a re-

sponsive user interface, quick ingest and upload times, and rapid rendering and publishing capabilities. This makes CuttingRoom an ideal solution for those seeking a scalable, flexible video editing platform that supports remote collaboration and meets the demands of today’s fast-paced media landscape.

CuttingRoom simplifies video editing with features for capturing content directly from live streams, mobile apps or connected cloud services. The platform supports real-time collaboration, enabling users to adjust video frames, create or import multilayer graphics, and produce video clips in various formats. Direct sharing to connected social media channels streamlines the distribution process, making it highly efficient to reach a wide audience.

The platform’s extensive integrations with external cloud servers and media platforms, including MAM systems like Mimir, Iconik or VIA, and cloud storage services like AWS S3, Wasabi, Backblaze or Dropbox, ensure a seamless workflow from capture to

publication. Its cloud-native architecture means users can access CuttingRoom from anywhere with an internet connection without worrying about installations, updates or maintenance.

Key features demonstrated at the NAB Show include the Growing Live Timeline, multitrack video editing, and a powerful graphics engine for full motion graphics support. These advancements highlight CuttingRoom’s commitment to providing professional-grade editing tools within an easy-to-use interface, enabling users to start projects quickly, find necessary footage, and publish across any platform.

In summary, CuttingRoom sets a new standard in video editing by eliminating traditional post-production delays and offering a scalable, accessible solution for today’s dynamic video production requirements. Its unique combination of live feed integration, cloud-based collaboration, and comprehensive feature set positions it as a leading choice for professionals looking to increase output and engage audiences with high-quality video content.

Introducing MultiFlex: The Ultimate Multitool for Digital Video Transport Flexibility.

Welcome to the world of MultiFlex, where versatility meets innovation in digital video transport technology. For D2D, MultiFlex represents a category of products that embodies the best attributes from across our product line, plus something new. It signifies a leap forward in offering solutions that seamlessly integrate encoding, decoding and transcoding functionalities while introducing cutting-edge features tailored to meet the evolving needs of our customers. At the NAB Show we announced the first of the MultiFlex products — the D2Flex 4000. Each D2Flex 4000 is not just an encoder, but it is also a decoder and a transcoder. With an HDMI input, 2 HDMI outputs, 2.5 GigE port and the ability to stream 8K resolution streams, it effortlessly handles a variety of tasks. Need to stream an HDMI source across the public internet? No problem! With built-in features like SRT, ZIXI and RIST, the D2Flex 4000 makes it easy. From HEVC to MPEG2, simply adjust the resolution, compression or encode rate to suit your bandwidth needs. Whether you’re sharing an 8K multiview or delivering content to your CDN via RTSP, the D2Flex 4000 offers unparalleled flexibility. As a decoder with 2 HDMI outputs capable of one 8K or dual 4K outputs, the D2Flex 4000 excels. Thanks to its separate processor for decoding, you can monitor post-processor encodes in real time and establish bidirectional encode-decode pairs across the public internet using SRT, ZIXI and RIST protocols. With features like time-delayed playback and real-time

D2D TECHNOLOGIES

D2Flex 4000

monitoring, the D2Flex 4000 serves as an invaluable tool for broadcasters.

But Wait, There’s More… Surprisingly, the D2Flex 4000 also functions as a streaming transcoder. Remember the 2.5 GigE port? The MultiFlex’s live transcoding capabilities allow you to convert your OTA stream for delivery to another location at a lower bandwidth cost, or vice versa. In a hub-and-spoke configuration, unique streams can be shared across a global footprint and transcoded at the edge or you could easily bring in 1 HLS stream from the cloud and our MultiFlex can serve it up hundreds of times locally. You have the

flexibility of choices.

All D2Flex products come with built-in browser interfaces, including D2Manage, which allows you to monitor stream health and set encode-decode parameters with ease. With just a click, you can save your settings to favorites and access information effortlessly.

D2D Technologies’ MultiFlex family of products redefines versatility, with the D2Flex 4000 serving as an encoder, decoder and streaming transcoder. Supported by D2Manage’s intuitive interface, D2D Technologies epitomizes reliability, adaptability and innovation in the digital video landscape. The D2Flex 4000, a D2D technology that

Dalet Pyramid Planner

Dalet Pyramid Planner is a cloud-native, customizable news planning application that maximizes collaboration and synergies across the news organization. The solution employs a digital-first, story-centric workflow that is NOT tied to the rundown. This enables a much more dynamic workflow that is adaptive and responsive to audiences on every platform.

Traditionally, news stories revolved around the rundown. Under this workflow, resources, assets and story ideas are typically siloed and not shared across the wider news organization. Further, digital teams would have to wait until the broadcast team stories were assembled before preparing the stories for social media and digital platforms.

This doesn’t work for several reasons:

1. Audiences are going to digital platforms first. 2. News stories often have national and global appeal — audiences want constant updates. 3. Modern newsrooms need to support (sometimes globally) dispersed teams collaborating on a common pool of story assets.

Dalet Pyramid Planner provides a centralized dashboard to cover stories — collaboratively. Instead of working on their local siloed standalone system, all users — the desk, field correspondents, newsroom producers, editors and digital teams — have access to assets, assignments and more in the cloud. Alerts provide important notifications on story updates/developments. Federated tools, underpinned by the industry’s most performant media asset management and orchestration platform facilitate collaboration, story creation and distribution with the highest degree of transparency and speed.

By centralizing all news planning with Dalet Pyramid Planner, users can

visualize, manage, assign and track stories quickly and easily across teams and platforms (digital, social, TV and radio broadcast, print), locations (stations, offices, field teams) and entities (partners and sister organizations).

Highlights and capabilities include:

• Facilitate production workflows. The planning-centric workflow becomes the primary organizational tool for journalists and production teams. They can assign stories, set deadlines, add tasks and share editorial status.

• Go digital-first. No need to wait for the TV story to be broadcast to repurpose the content for digital platforms. The digital and social teams can take the lead and cover the story before it is broadcast on TV.

• Address multiple platforms for any given story. The notion of the story is radically transformed in a plan-

ning-centric workflow. The same story now hosts all its different versions for other platforms with their specific needs. For instance, the script and the VO are different on a TV story than on YouTube, TikTok and X.

• Personalized. The centralized news planning solution allows you to always keep the source media and related projects under the same umbrella. It is therefore easy to reuse existing media and projects to further develop a story in a shorter or longer format for digital media.

• Digital/Broadcast teams can organize around and collaborate on important stories across a multisite news operation.

• Have visibility on who does what, deadlines, why and by when the delivery must be done, what is the next assignment and with whom you will collaborate.

Dielectric’s OptiLoad solution is a green, cost-reducing load innovation for modern RF environments.

OptiLoad protects against RF system failures that can cause extensive harm to the transmission system and shelter, achieved through a thoughtful convergence of passive RF, electronics and sensing technology that strengthens system reliability and prevents continuous operation. The latter, made possible through automated, response-driven functionality that puts OptiLoad into action as certain environmental thresholds are reached, assures a positive effect on power consumption, carbon footprint and utility bills relative to RF operations.

OptiLoad breaks new ground by using programmable logic controls (PLCs) to sense rising RF power and temperature levels, awakening the system to take action. OptiLoad’s PLCs also monitor the health of the demand-driven circulator pumps and fans that are activated to address RF flow and temperature rises.

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OptiLoad

The design integrates a closed-loop cooling system and includes a water column load that Dielectric has offered for two decades, with more than 5,000 units shipped worldwide. Using the water column load as a building block, Dielectric has added a built-in heat exchanger that is responsive to PLC activations. The water column load can run without coolant flow or fans activated with powers up to 5 kW. This ensures plenty of headroom when RF is detected, and the coolant and fans start to operate prior to the

load seeing 5 kW.

OptiLoad further protects the broadcaster’s RF investment through several operating modes. It will transition to standby mode without RF power present when coolant temperatures are less than 130 degrees. OptiLoad initiates flow from the high-efficiency circulator pump when temperatures land between 130 and 150 degrees; fans are activated when the temperature rises from there.

OptiLoad is an SMNP-enabled system, and that SNMP functionality

will enact a daily handshake with the transmitter. If that handshake does not occur, station engineers are notified to prevent failures.

OptiLoad is the first system of its kind to recognize the presence of RF, which increases system protection. As a closed-loop system, the coolant circulates strictly within OptiLoad to keep coolant fresh and uncontaminated. The entire OptiLoad infrastructure is centralized to a compact cabinet that can be quietly located in the corner of an RF plant without impeding on the space of other systems.

The ruggedized cabinet is set on wheels, making OptiLoad a simple relocation effort to a new position as transmission systems are redesigned.

OptiLoad’s passive RF load and a closed-loop cooling system contribute to its effectiveness at preventing system failures. These key system elements prevent contamination in the coolant, which eventually leads to expensive failures in the RF plumbing and combining system if left untreated. OptiLoad turns on the moment it senses the presence of RF, and ramps up from there, utilizing variable speed fans and adjusting coolant flow rates. OptiLoad is therefore a failsafe choice for protecting against damage to liquid-cooled transmission systems and the shelters where they live. Its protective capabilities against coolant contaminations keep the liquid flowing, ensuring that plumbing remains intact, that RF shelter floors remain dry.

DJI Focus Pro stands as a groundbreaking independent AMF lens control system, revolutionizing focus control in cinematography with its innovative humanmachine collaborative approach. Comprising four major modules — LiDAR, Motor, Grip, and Hand Unit — the Focus Pro offers cinematographers flexible combinations tailored to diverse shooting demands. With industry-leading LiDAR autofocus capabilities, Focus Pro extends subject focus distance to 20 meters, three times that of its predecessors, boasting a super-wide focus FOV of 70° and 76,800 ranging points for precise edge detection and reduced focus hunting.

Enhanced AI algorithms provide intelligent autofocus with subject recognition and tracking, ensuring superior focus accuracy and speed. Compatible with various ecosystems, the Focus Pro Grip offers intuitive screen operations, auto calibration and handheld shooting capabilities, delivering exceptional LiDAR focusing experiences independently of a Ronin stabilizer.

The Focus Pro Hand Unit enables real-time, stepless adjustability with damping tactile feedback, supporting communication distances of up to 160 meters for comprehensive indoor and outdoor shooting requirements. Introducing the innovative AMF Human-Machine Collaboration mode, Focus Pro empowers creators with a new focusing option, allowing seamless integration of LiDAR autofocus with traditional manual focus control, ensuring precise focus management in complex shooting scenarios.

Key Selling Points

1. LiDAR Focusing for Everyone

For the first time, DJI introduces a LiDAR focus system as an independent

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DJI Focus Pro

product. It offers:

• Efficient LiDAR calibration experience

• Intuitive screen operations

• Independent 2.5-hour battery life

2. AMF, Human-Machine Collaboration

Fully upgraded LiDAR Focusing:

• Hardware performance upgrade: further (20 meters); more accurate (76,800 ranging points);

• Software performance upgrade: Human and vehicle subjects recognition and locking; multisubject focus transition; flex spot mode focusing

AMF, Human-Machine Collaborative Focusing:

• Seamless focus mode switching in milliseconds: No need to pause, ensuring smooth visual storytelling

• Human-Machine Collaborative Focusing: AMF Focus

Transition; AMF Focus Lock;

• LiDAR Waveform: Top-down perspective, intuitive focus assistance view

3. FIZ Lens Control, Magnetic Damping Tactile Feedback

- Support hybrid FIZ control: LiDAR controls Focus and the focus puller controls Iris and Zoom

- 160m communication distance: can control Inspire3 or Ronin 4D kilometers far when paired with DJI Transmission

4. Seamless DJI PRO Interconnectivity for All Scenarios

• Solo creator (stabilizing and focusing): paired with a DJI RS series stabilizer.

• Teamwork (stabilizing, focusing, monitoring and controlling): paired with RS Pro series stabilizer/Ronin 4D + DJI Transmission + 4D Control Grips/DJI Masterwheel

The DJI RS 4 Pro stands as the pinnacle of DJI’s stabilizer line, offering an expansive camera expansion platform integrated with the DJI PRO ecosystem, including the DJI Focus Pro lens control system, DJI Transmission and DJI remote focus and gimbal control system. This comprehensive synergy creates a full-scale film and television production solution, uniting stabilization, transmission, monitoring, focusing and control, broadening creative horizons and enabling videographers to unleash their full potential.

The RS 4 Pro introduces groundbreaking features such as 2nd-Gen Native Vertical Shooting, 4.5kg (10 pounds) Payload Capacity with a 20% Increase in Motor Torque, and Support for Dual Focus & Zoom Motors with Remote Control. Its LiDAR Focusing technology offers 76,800 Ranging Points within 20 meters, ensuring precise autofocus on human subjects and enhanced subject tracking even in dynamic scenes.

Additionally, the LiDAR and Transmission Interconnectivity facilitates seamless integration with DJI’s ecosystem, while the extended battery runtime of approximately 2.4x with the DJI RS BG70 High-Capacity Battery Grip ensures all-scenario solutions for prolonged shoots. With its versatility in handheld configurations and compatibility with various accessories, the RS 4 Pro redefines excellence in professional film production, offering unmatched performance, reliability and creative flexibility in one comprehensive package.

Key Selling Points

1. 2nd-Gen Native Vertical Shooting: Without the need for additional accessories, the gimbal’s horizontal plate

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natively supports an industry-leading swift switch between horizontal and vertical shooting.

2. Supports Dual Focus & Zoom Motors with Remote Control:

• With dual DJI Focus Pro Motors, precision focus can be achieved through the front dial, while lens zoom can be controlled using the joy stick, effectively enrich ing cinematic expressions.

• With the DJI Focus Pro Hand Unit, you can perform FIZ control from up to 160 meters away and enable the start/stop recording function.

• With the DJI Ronin 4D Hand Grips and DJI Master Wheels, gimbal con trol can be easily achieved.

3. LiDAR Intelligent Focusing for Confi dent Shooting:

• With the DJI Focus Pro LiDAR, autofocus on human subjects can reach up to 20 meters away, human subject edge detection is more accurate, and focus hunting is effectively suppressed.

• The next-gen ActiveTrack Pro and the AF subject tracking function ensure more stable and accurate locking on moving subjects, quickly relocating and retaining focus even if the subject is briefly obscured.

2017 Shotgun Microphone

The DPA 2017 is a compact shotgun microphone that excels in a variety of challenging environments and applications. From its durable construction and ease of use to its leading acoustical properties, the 2017 is a unique, all-purpose microphone that can capture the energy of any production. DPA has prioritized versatility with the 2017, creating an easy-to-set-up mic that is ideal for indoor or outdoor fixed or booming applications in live sports, news broadcast and location sound applications, as well as on a FOH boom or fly bar in venues during live events.

Measuring just 7.24 inches (184mm) in length, the 2017 is more compact than many popular solutions, yet it still offers impressive technological features, including extreme durability, high directivity, clarity and consistency for capturing authentic sound.

Designed to hold up to travel and repeated use in harsh environments, the 2017 can endure extreme weather and mechanical impact. The microphone persists in humid conditions and direct rain showers, as well as dry, arid environments. It has been tested for use in settings with temperatures up to 113°F (45°C) with 90-percent relative humidity, and cold environments as low as –40°F (–40°C). With a consistent ability to easily withstand the effects of moisture, the 2017 ensures that any broadcast or event can go live with incredible sound, no matter the setting or forecast.

Featuring a specially designed capsule that is perfectly paired with a cuttingedge interference tube and microphone grid, the 2017 offers outstanding performance, both on- and off-axis. It has a high

degree of off-axis rejection, which permits the main source to stand out. This heavily attenuated off-axis audio is authentic and extremely usable for mixing into the entire soundscape. Audio professionals can now pick up accurate, clean sounds from even the most chaotic environments. For quieter locations, the 2017’s low self-noise promises

an excellent performance, and accurately captures the nuance of every sound.

The flexibility and durable design of the 2017, together with its ability to withstand difficult environments or extreme weather make the microphone ideal for broadcasters or live production professionals working in an array of applications.

ELUVIO

Eluvio Content Fabric and Application Suite — Casablanca Release

The Eluvio Content Fabric Protocol is a next-generation content distribution and storage technology that provides ultra-fast, efficient, tamper-proof streaming, download and monetization of digital media content at scale. It solves the biggest distribution problems facing media companies by dramatically reducing investments in media clouds and CDNs and by opening new engagement and revenue opportunities via its innovation. The software protocol runs decentralized over TCP/IP on an open global network of nodes — no third-party CDN or media cloud is needed.

Publishers whose content distribution has been powered by Eluvio include Amazon Studios/MGM Studios, Dolly Parton, FOX, Microsoft, Paramount Home Entertainment, Rita Ora, SONY Pictures, Telstra Broadcast Services, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment and others. The technology has earned 12 U.S. patents.

The new Casablanca release is designed for premium live streaming, PVOD, FAST and video archive monetization. It delivers provable mass scale performance and deterministic low-latency live and VoD adaptive bitrate streaming (< second-segment delivery times for 99% of clients and segments); expands the end-to-end per-session content security with additional DRM formats and forensic watermarking for live video; adds automatic and instant Live-to-VOD (DVR) with no file copies; provides automatic configuration for MPEG-TS/SRT/RTMP live stream sources; and adds many advanced features for premium, broadcast-grade audio/video streaming.

The new features cross live, VoD and interactive streaming; provide frame-accurate content composition; enable scalable server-side personalization; and allow in-stream HTML5 graphic enrichment.

Eluvio’s Universal AI Content Tagging and Search service now includes significant enhancements, such as generative AI tagging of video and images in-Fabric, six other tagging models, and rapid semantic search. Tags are recorded in the metadata of Content Objects (in place), and automatically searchable and actionable. Unlike other AI content tagging workflows, no content or metadata must move since the AI metadata is directly and dynamically addressable, across recorded live streams or deep video archives. All content and metadata are directly usable in the Fabric’s dynamic streaming pipeline to create clips, insert content/ads, create highlights, etc., without having to move media or tags.

Building on the Content Fabric’s existing tamper-proof, owner-controlled content model, the latest release also includes a new content verification and proof API. This allows users to verify the version hash of any content object or offering, guaranteeing

the authenticity and provenance of any streaming output. A new C2PA Claims Manager app publishes and verifies claims in content objects and supports licensing and authorization for AI.

The new Casablanca adds several applications for extracting maximum value from the Fabric, including: a New Creator Studio; New Content Analytics; Reporting; AI Clip Search v2; Video Editor v2; Media Wallet v2; and Embeddable Player v2.

The Eluvio Content Fabric solves these challenges with extreme simplicity by replacing piecemeal streaming workflows and brute force scaling with its componentized, dynamic content-native protocol. The result is hyper-efficiency, speed and cost savings; data driven output, and inherent scale — without having to work so hard or pay so much. Results are backed by owner controlled and tamper-proof security, provenance and the ability to monetize content directly.

enCaption Sierra represents the next generation of ENCO’s groundbreaking enCaption solution for fast and accurate automated conversion and delivery of captions in broadcast and AV environments. enCaption Sierra continues the story of innovation and success in applying AI and machine learning to live captioning, with new benchmarks attained in speed and accuracy same as each prior generation.

For the first time, enCaption Sierra brings ENCO’s market-leading automated captioning technology together with an SDI captioning encoder to create an all-in-one solution for on-prem environments and containerized deployment options for cloud.

enCaption Sierra can be delivered on Windows or Linux operating systems and is managed and monitored from a web browser. enCaption Sierra’s modern GUI features a simple calendar scheduler and various configuration settings, including custom dictionaries, word models, filtering and bilingual language options.

ENCO continues to push the boundaries of live automated captioning in diverse applications and environments. enCaption Sierra’s ability to produce and deliver faster and more accurate captions correlates directly with new parallel processing capabilities powered through a GPU. The GPU architecture delivers unprecedented computational power to ENCO’s AI-based speech-to-text engine. The same improvements are present in Sierra’s integrated enTranslate module, which uses machine translation and grammatical structure analysis to deliver captions for up to 37 languages simultaneously. ENCO also adds new languages to enTranslate’s engine on a consistent basis, with three new languages added before Sierra’s

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public debut at the 2024 NAB Show, including a bilingual language model for Spanish-English content.

ENCO has also sharpened the listenability and responsiveness of the system with the Sierra release, improving performance in challenging audio environments. enCaption Sierra also leverages GPU processing for improved speaker change detection and the ability to recognize music, laughter, applause and crowd noise. Sierra is an excellent listener and reliably computes fast speech, strong accents and problematic audio quality to consistently deliver

clean captions.

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ENCO continues to lead the charge for captioning innovation as it pertains to helping broadcasters and MVPDs produce clean closed captions for their broadcast content with greater efficiency. The same philosophy applies to open captioning needs in AV environments to help audiences improve comprehension. Sierra also addresses the need for flexible deployment options, offering complete on-prem and cloud options that align with each broadcaster’s operational model with significant performance and cost-reducing benefits.

ENCO Qimera Virtual Production

ENCO’s Qimera Virtual Production system is a real-time virtual production compositing tool that allows broadcasters and content creators to create advanced virtual sets and augmented reality graphics anywhere. The complete solution delivers advanced virtual production technology at a very affordable price point for all budgets, opening new doors for small- to mid-market TV stations, corporations, universities and visual radio broadcasters that were once priced out of the market.

ENCO unveiled a virtual AI news anchor that could be seen live on a Qimera virtual production set at the ENCO booth. The virtual presentation demonstrated the power of the Qimera toolset made even more powerful when combined with ENCO’s generative AI text and voice creation technology.

Qimera’s real-time virtual production compositing tools were built with modern production workflows in mind, beginning with its easy and intuitive user interface. Nonlinear editors can quickly create highly advanced virtual sets and augmented reality graphics thanks to its quick learning curve. Qimera’s suite of production tools come together in a way that facilitates daily use of the system without the need for a large group of seasoned virtual production experts.

Qimera’s powerful production capabilities and stunning visual presentation qualities begin with the Qimera server. The server is equipped with NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 4090 GPU to produce high-performance, AI-powered graphics with exceptional processing power. The solution builds in an array for other features that includes camera and talent tracking, DMX lighting control, PTZ camera integration, a 3D assets library, realistic graphics via Unreal Engine, multilayer composition, calibration tools, a

state-of-the-art chroma key and a virtual jib among other features.

There are several production features that make Qimera stand apart. Qimera’s Trackless Systems enables users to create virtual sets or augmented reality edits without a tracking system. This provides budget flexibility and the ability to use virtual camera movements for a more immersive experience in virtual environments. From the opposite perspective, Qimera’s tracked feature enables real camera movements inside of a virtual environment to create a more traditional broadcast experience. Users can connect four cameras into a single Qimera server thanks to its built-in video switcher. In addition, the switcher can create macros or buttons to generate actions that accompany the scene, such as transitions, graph-

ics or augmented reality elements.

The Qimera Library is also a differentiator, with new 3D assets continually added for news, sports and entertainment productions. Each element can be modified in real time, reducing production time and the need for a graphic designer to create the elements.

The Qimera virtual production experience prioritizes the end user’s perspective, versus designing the software specifically for engineers. Users can freely modify text, font, colors and images, yet very little is required from a development standpoint through its array of available startup assets. The result is a virtual solution that is easy to deploy, manage and operate, and doesn’t require businesses to increase their payroll upon entering the virtual, augmented and mixed reality universe.

StreamProbe OTT

StreamProbe provides a centralized overview of the Service Availability and Video Quality throughout all the strategic stages of the media processing and delivery flow by 24/7 monitoring.

Ideal for all TV service providers and network operators — linear broadcast TV, IPTV, cable TV, satellite TV, OTT, VOD, nPVR — transport contribution and distribution

and service platform providers looking to ensure the best end-user quality of experience (QoE) all while optimizing OPEX.

At this year’s NAB Show, we unveiled the availability of StreamProbe in the AWS cloud, enabling all OTT players to distribute their video services with confidence and in just a few clicks. With fierce competition raging in the stream-

ing market, it’s no longer possible to have a video freeze or a bad download time. StreamProbe will provide all the tools (live mosaic, audio and video quality verification, technical expert views, advanced notifications, thumbnail history, etc.) to help OTT players deliver services with the best video quality of service (QoS) and the best quality of experience.

EVERGENT

Evergent Monetization Platform

Challenge

Streaming businesses are facing mounting pressure to secure profitability by optimizing monetization strategies and increasing subscriber retention. The critical issues at hand include improving lifetime customer value across subscriber lifecycles, combatting rising churn rates, and diversifying revenue streams in a saturated video streaming market with more consumer choice than ever. Traditional billing and subscriber management tools often fall short, lacking the agility to adapt to evolving business models and global payment landscapes, failing to offer personalized subscriber engagement experiences — and missing the data insights necessary for informed decision-making to sustain growth and profitability.

Solution

The Evergent Monetization Platform (EMP) provides a comprehensive, integrated solution that combines agile monetization capabilities with advanced subscriber management tools, helping streaming companies acquire, onboard, manage, and retain customers more effectively while increasing revenues.

The cloud-based platform places optimal monetization at its core, supporting all pricing models while empowering businesses to rapidly trial new products or unique promotions, easily implementing and adjusting customizable offerings. Real-time insight on customer engagement, billing information, Video Quality of Experience (QoE) and campaign performance metrics unlock a holistic understanding of every element of subscriber experience. This helps providers tailor product strategies, enable rapid issue resolution, or engage individual subscribers with data-informed, custom win-back tactics and personalized offers to deflect churn.

The platform boasts an extensive global payments system that facilitates seamless transactions in over 300 meth-

ods and 150 currencies, ensuring a frictionless subscriber experience across different geographies to unlock growth across markets and minimize payment-related churn.

Key Differentiators Include:

Enhanced Subscriber Acquisition: Introducing referral systems, multi-dwelling unit collaborations, and streamlined partner sales onboarding

Customer Retention and Churn Management: Integrating loyalty programs, AI-driven predictive analytics for churn, and targeted churn deflection strategies

Advanced Billing, Rating, and Payments: Facilitating real-time usage rating to unlock additional revenue opportunities and implementing nuanced dunning rules for trial users to enhance the customer experience and prevent fraud.

Strategic Partner Integrations: Incorporating solutions from Avalara, Mulesoft, Mux, and others to expedite onboarding, simplify processes, and deepen customer insights.

Result

The platform enables streaming companies and direct-to-consumer sports services to deepen user engagement through customer-centric subscription experiences. Businesses can significantly reduce churn and enhance subscriber loyalty by leveraging AI to personalize engagement strategies and offer predictive insights. Robust monetization capabilities that support rapid experimentation and dynamic pricing options open previously untapped revenue

streams and power new growth avenues.

Global streaming leaders depend on EMP for subscription management including:

• NBA achieved a 60% growth in active subscribers, underpinned by analytics-driven strategies for subscriber engagement and churn minimization, alongside enhancements in live streaming capabilities and global payment integration.

• SonyLIV achieved a 90% increase in active subscribers, supported 1M+ concurrent users efficiently, and saw a 400% surge in subscriber acquisition during the FIFA Men’s World Cup.

• Aha launched new plans and promotions on the fly, while integrating new payment methods and currencies across regions — increasing customer acquisition rate by 30%

• Shahid reduced its time to market by 60%, migrating and deploying EMP in record time with zero disruption to core business

BRAVO Studio Virtualized Production Suite: Highlight Factory Co-Pilot

BRAVO Studio is the complete cloudbased production control suite that redefines live production today. Using MAGNUM-OS for orchestration, BRAVO Studio enables users to schedule and automate the event preparation including routing of incoming remote feeds, allocating resources, and configuring the operator stations. This allows customers to seamlessly transition between productions with minimal effort.

BRAVO Studio is a collaborative, webbased live production platform that is redefining the creative experience for content creators and broadcasters. Providing virtual access to all the services found in the traditional control room, BRAVO Studio is a simple, reliable, and cost-effective platform that accesses live video

and audio from remote locations over dedicated networks, 5G networks or public Internet. The platform ingests multiple live camera feeds; provides live video and audio mixing with transitions; multiple video overlays for picture-on-picture or multibox looks; slow-motion replays; clip playout; highlight clipping and packaging; multiple dynamic graphics layers; and multi-image display of sources and outputs on the user interface. Technical directors and operators collaboratively produce live events with BRAVO Studio from anywhere in the world using a web browser.

BRAVO Studio’s new Highlight Factory is an opportunity for creators to amplify their storytelling. This powerful new metadata

co-pilot curates clips and stories that are automatically created using Large Language Model (LLM) AI technology in mere seconds. The Highlight Factory leverages access to all the angles available in the production to create unique highlights and stores that can be added to the production or pushed to social media or other platforms including Evertz’ Ease Live. This co-pilot for BRAVO Studio helps automate and simplify production workflows and gives small creative teams of all skill levels high quality and consistency throughout the production. BRAVO Studio is proving to be a game changer, particularly for events that include live sports, local news, esports, entertainment, corporate and government.

NEXX With NEXX-670 and NEXX-SCORPION Modules

The NEXX, next-generation processing and routing solution, is a compact and robust product that provides broadcast facilities, OB trucks, venues and stadia with the building blocks for 3G/12G-SDI, with a transition to IP when required. NEXX gives broadcast facilities access to UHD (4K) and HDR technology and is ready to adapt to the ever-changing needs and requirements in broadcast media. By supporting SD/HD/3G/6G/12G data rates, this fully passive solution also provides a clear pathway to future IP expansion, allowing customers to effortlessly transition to SMPTE ST 2110 and adopt more cloud services as part of their workflow. Based around a compact modular frame with a main interface/backplane, the NEXX processing and routing platform is now available as 5RU (384x384) and 3RU (96x96) for 12G-SDI. Both the 3RU and 5RU frames offer fully redundant control and hot-swappable components, fans and I/O modules. NEXX also offers native full audio shuffling between embedded

audio, MADI and TDM (for analog, AES and Dante), and an integrated, penalty-free, software-enabled multiviewer with more than 40 pre-configured layouts.

The NEXX-670 is an FPGA-accelerated module that expands processing options for NEXX and allows users to choose the functionality they want by applying different software-based apps. Based on Evertz’ popular ev670 platform, NEXX-670 is ideally suited to facilities that want to transition to IP with gateways or require additional advance bulk processing (up, down, cross-conversion with video processing and audio DSP), and/or a fully featured multiviewer with comprehensive monitoring. This powerful hybrid solution is entirely seamless; users don’t need to know whether the source is IP and the destination SDI, or vice versa, because NEXX simply completes the task regardless of signal type.

The NEXX-SCORPION module takes advantage of Evertz’

SCORPION miniature I/O (MIO) modules. The additional support for these SCORPION MIO modules expands the NEXX I/O to interfaces beyond SDI and Ethernet to include Dante, HDMI and more natively. The MIO-BLADE provides more granular flexibility by having different functionalities that process the signals with compression, up, down, cross-conversion and more. NEXX is controlled by MAGNUM-OS, which provides all the common user interfaces including traditional hardware router control panels, virtual web-based control panels and VUE intelligent panels. The NEXX protects the investment made by broadcasters who are choosing to stay with SDI for HD, 1080p or UHD. The additions of the NEXX-670, NEXX-SCORPION and NEXX-IO-JXS modules provide NEXX with flexibility that is integrated into the physical chassis without sacrificing core routing capabilities and a future beyond SDI.

7880RFIP Platform

In a move that is comparable to the transition from SDI to IP, Evertz’ new 7880RFIP platform, will change the satellite and ground systems industry with the transport of digitized IF signals over IP. These groundbreaking advancements in revolutionizing satellite ground infrastructure are poised to redefine workflows, enhance efficiency, and reduce transport costs for broadcast and media professionals worldwide.

As a member of the Digital IF Interoperability Consortium (DIFI) that aims to advance interoperability in satellite and ground systems networks, Evertz has taken a leadership role to enable the digital transformation of space, satellite and related industries through a simple, interoperable Digital IF/RF standard. By

advancing the scope, use, testing and certification of this standard, DIFI aims to accelerate industry transformation from L-Band IF to Digital IF and develop the network transport of digitized IF signals. This transition will revolutionize current business structures, marks a significant industry shift in RF that is comparable to the transition from SDI to IP.

Evertz cutting-edge 7880RFIP for digital IF conversion and processing technology is setting new standards for the industry. Highlighting the modular and hot-swappable 7880RFIP platform, Evertz offers up to 28 bidirectional conversions in a 3RU frame, or up to eight bidirectional conversions in a compact 1 RU frame. A groundbreaking debut

includes the capability to digitize up to 1 GHz of instantaneous IF bandwidth per channel, a significant advancement in spectrum management. The digitized IF is transported over WAN networks using IP, which removes the distance limitations experienced by customers using dark fiber and creates new workflows and approaches for the RF industry for satellite dish farms placement.

The 7880RFIP platform is integrated with Evertz’ MAGNUM-OS orchestration system, streamlining the integration of complex digital IF or hybrid workflows, further solidifying its position as an industry leader in satellite ground infrastructure digitization supporting end-toend control over IP networks.

Facilis FLASHPoint 48S Shared Storage Server

With 48 SSDs (in 4U server), you can achieve over 10 GBps (10,000 MBps) of aggregate throughput to power the most demanding workflows.

The FLASHPoint server is available with 25 Gb, 40 Gb or 100 GB Ethernet, 16 Gb, 32 Gb or 64 Gb fibre channel. Up to 16 direct-clients can

be added over 10 Gb, or use a network switch for scaled work-groups with automatic load balancing.

Facilis’ exclusive Bandwidth

Priority feature ensures that the most critical jobs always have the best performance, without throttling speed when bandwidth is available.

Rack-N-Bag

The Rack-N-Bag is a game-changing product in the location sound bag category. The sound equipment is fastened to carbon fiber shelfs that are height adjustable. The rack has a removable nylon outer shell.

The Rack-N-Bag goes from a convention location sound bag to a desk console in seconds. All cable and connectors are accessi-

ble. In fact the Rack-N-Bag frame with equipment can be worn in a harness without the outer shell. Includes a detachable handle, top tilt-up panel, detachable pouch, kickstand and shoulder strap. Available options include: slide out and tilt shelf, antenna mounts 1/4-inch thread mounts, outer wing kit and phone mount.

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XMP310 — 31.5-Inch QD-OLED HDR Mastering Monitor

The Flanders Scientific XMP310 is a 31.5inch UHD Reference Monitor, utilizing the same acclaimed QD-OLED panel technology found in the larger XMP550. Designed for both HDR and SDR content, it offers 1,000 nits peak luminance, a 1.5 million:1 contrast ratio, and a wide color gamut, positioning it as a versatile tool for demanding HDR and SDR monitoring needs. With an MSRP of only $10,995, the XMP310 is reference-grade HDR monitoring that is more affordable than ever.

Key Features

HDR Mastering Compatibility: QDOLED technology ensures display consistency across sizes, crucial for production and post-production workflows.

Color Management: Comes pre-calibrated with easy-to-use volumetric Auto Calibration and support for popular third-party calibration software like Calman and ColourSpace.

Advanced Technologies: Includes tetrahedral LUT interpolation for precision, advantages over traditional OLED and FALD LCD technologies, and exceptional off-axis viewing.

Power Efficiency and Quiet Operation: Utilizes a fanless design with an aluminum chassis for efficient heat dissipation, offering a quieter, maintenance-free experience.

Professional Connectivity: Equipped with 12 Gbps SDI connections for 4K and UHD signals over a single cable, along with advanced signal status detection and versatile output options.

The XMP310 is tailored for film and television production and post-production professionals who require top-tier display performance for critical color grading and editing tasks.

The XMP310 marks an important evolution in the professional monitoring market for several key reasons.

The XMP310 offers an exceptional visual match to the larger XMP550 and XMP650. The difficult days of trying to match smaller 31-inch displays of one technology to larger displays of a different technology are behind us. The shared QD-OLED panel technology across 31-inch, 55-inch, and 65-inch monitoring options ensures a level of consistency that the industry simply has not seen across these size ranges.

suite, but is also exceptionally practical to bring on set as it can be powered from 24V 3 PIN XLR, features an all-metal chassis, and weighs just 17.8 pounds (8 kg).

Phenomenal off-axis viewing performance: Color and contrast remain consistent from any viewing position, which tackles one of the biggest complaints with the majority of previous 31-inch HDR monitoring options.

Reference grade performance: The XMP310 is RGB additive for white (no display color volume collapse), gets bright enough for HDR, and as an OLED with per-pixel level illumination doesn’t suffer from any FALD limitations or artifacts like many other HDR displays.

Efficient, durable, and lightweight: Works great in a grading

The XMP310 is exceptionally capable as an SDR monitor, matching all the performance criteria of the best SDR monitors with the added benefit of HDR capability. Many HDR display technologies get bright, but at the sacrifice of several other important performance benchmarks, which often left users preferring their trusty SDR OLEDs for SDR work. The XMP310 excels at both HDR and SDR.

More affordable than ever, with an MSRP of $10,995, the XMP310 makes true professional-grade HDR reference monitoring more affordable than ever before.

SOAR-A Remote Production Platform

Reinforcing the company’s commitment to the “Evolution of the Software-Defined IP Solution,” FOR-A showcased significant updates to its SOAR-A platform.

SOAR-A, powered by SipRadius encoding and transport technology, is a high-quality, secure and ultra-low latency media processing and delivery platform designed for remote production.

All modules of SOAR-A (Software Optimized Appliance Revolutionized by FOR-A) have doubled their channel capacity, from four to eight; are capable of H.264 compression, NDI and ST 2110 delivery; and compatible with new codecs.

The SOAR-A lineup includes SOAR-A Edge, an IP transport appliance; SOAR-A IPTV, an IPTV distribution service; SOAR-A Graphics, a CG and graphics engine; SOAR-A Switch, a fully software-based switcher; and SOAR-A Play, a software-based media server.

The entire SOAR-A workflow enables

highly secure REMI production and gateway-free streaming. It boasts an expandable IP-based architecture and supports the conversion and delivery of SD, HD, 4K and NDI to ST 2110 signals. It is compatible with WebRTC and utilizes RIST (Reliable Internet Streaming Transport).

SOAR-A Edge enables highly secure REMI production and gateway-free streaming. It boasts an expandable IP-based architecture and supports the conversion and delivery of SD, HD, 4K and NDI® to SMPTE ST 2110 signals. At the NAB Show, SOAR-A Edge included the ability to incorporate two new codeces — JPEG XS and AV1. It is compatible with WebRTC and utilizes RIST.

The SOAR-A IPTV module is an ultra-low latency, web distribution service that provides streaming from one location via WebRTC to any number of remote browsers or set-top boxes

and is an ideal solution for a SMPTE ST 2110 suite. It requires a single SOAR-A device at the main location with settop boxes or PCs at remote locations for display. Viewers can watch the video on standard computers, tablets and smart phones. Cameras can also be monitored via a low-latency preview on the web browser without any custom software. And SOAR-A IPTV also enables 24/7 recording.

SOAR-A Play, SOAR-A Graphics and SOAR-A Switch are the newest members of the SOAR-A family. SOAR-A Play, powered by Odyssey Insight, is a multichannel media server. SOAR-A Graphics, powered by ClassX, is a production graphics engine. SOAR-A Switch, also powered by ClassX, is a completely software-based switcher. From FOR-A Software in SOAR-A, the lineup keeps evolving to meet customer needs. Keep evolving and expanding.

“The all-new Frame.io V4 is a flexible, fast and intuitive cloud-based creative collaboration platform that streamlines and simplifies how creatives and teams review, approve and deliver video content.

Frame.io has undergone a complete transformation, with the latest version re-designed to meet the complex and varied needs of creative teams involved with video creation. With all-new capabilities spanning workflow management, file transfer, and media asset review, approval, sharing and presentation, V4 introduces a system that is fully customizable, powerful and flexible enough to facilitate any creative workflow. This marks a shift from Frame.io’s origins as a post-production review and approval tool to a collaborative platform that supports the entire video creation process.

As the demand for video content continues to skyrocket, modern workflows have evolved and so too have the needs of Frame.io’s community – companies, brands and individuals all need one unified platform that streamlines how teams and stakeholders come together to ideate, collaborate and create. Creatives involved at all stages of video creation –including casting, location scouting during pre-production and dailies reviews during production – still experience disconnected and broken processes. As a result, creatives and stakeholders often suffer from slower production, artistic misalignment, increased costs and missed deadlines.

Frame.io V4’s new design and performance support every step of the video content creation lifecycle, from workflow management to creative review, approval, sharing and presentation.

Workflow Management: V4 offers an all-new metadata framework, transforming

Frame.io V4

how users interact with assets: Instead of relying solely on a rigid folder structure, users can now tag, organize and view their media based on how their teams work. V4 also introduces “Collections,” a flexible, real-time and saved view of assets that allows users to dynamically select, filter, group and sort their media using metadata.

Creative Review and Approval: V4 features a unified and redesigned player architecture to deliver a beautiful immersive media viewing experience, with consistent controls across multiple file types. Users will experience more and better ways to share feedback, including an entirely overhauled commenting system that includes over a dozen new commenting features.

Sharing and Presentation: V4 consolidates sharing and presentation workflows into a powerful new unified sharing function that delivers a more fluid experience for users to browse, preview and customize

their shares – all from a single view.

Frame.io V4 also introduces a redesigned cloud file system and a high-speed transfer feature capable of handling bulky uploads with ease. Already the fastest, easiest and most secure way to automatically upload photos, videos, audio and metadata from a camera or cloud-connected device, Frame.io’s Camera-to-Cloud capabilities are improved in V4, with condensed workflows and support for over two dozen devices, including Fujifilm, RED and Atomos hardware, with more to come in 2024.

Frame.io V4 will begin to roll out on April 9 in beta for Free and Pro customers across web, iPhone, and iPad, arriving in stages throughout 2024. V4 is planned to launch for Team and Enterprise customers later this year.

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Frame.io Featuring NAGRA: NexGuard Forensic Watermarking

Frame.io is a cutting-edge cloud-based platform revolutionizing collaboration for media professionals. It seamlessly integrates with existing workflows to streamline the review and approval process, allowing teams to collaborate on creative

projects from anywhere in the world. With its intuitive interface and robust set of features, including version control, commenting, and real-time feedback, Frame.io accelerates project timelines and ensures stakeholders stay connected throughout

each stage of the production process. Whether working on a small indie film or a large-scale broadcast project, Frame.io empowers teams to work efficiently and creatively, resulting in high-quality content delivered on time and within budget.

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Frequency Studio empowers content rights holders to create and distribute streaming television channels globally across FAST, (v)MVPD and OTT platforms. It comprises a suite of tools and services that are elegant in design, intuitive to use and work seamlessly within companies’ existing workflows and systems.

Making its U.S. launch debut at NAB Show 2024, Frequency Studio V5 is the industry’s most innovative and only true cloud-native, multitenant streaming television platform, allowing channels to be provisioned, programmed and launched in hours — efficiently and cost-effectively.

Frequency’s unique attention to customers’ constantly changing needs and the demands of the fastest-growing segment of the global TV market is why it is trusted by brands such as Amazon Studios, MGM, Hearst, Red Bull Media House, Sinclair Broadcast Group, Sony Pictures Entertainment and Paramount Global Distribution. Frequency has delivered both the Super Bowl and the soccer World Cup live in streaming channels — including TelevisaUnivision’s historic live coverage of the 2024 Super Bowl in Spanish, bringing the game to millions of viewers.

Through version 5 of Frequency Studio, which launched in September 2023, content owners and rightholders access enhanced streaming capabilities and services, including self-serve content ingestion, fully automated scheduling, ultra-low latency live channel switching, integrated rights management, and a complete suite of tools that streamline episodic programming management and scheduling.

Frequency is widely considered the most innovative company in the industry, supporting multiple business models, highly streamlined workflows, and optimized channel economics.

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Frequency Studio

Innovations in automation, collaboration, economic models and delivery in Frequency Studio include:

Industry-leading automation services dramatically reduce the time required to schedule channels — often over 90% compared to competitive solutions. Complex programming patterns, including dynamic interstitials, bumpers and live motion graphics, can be set up and launched in minutes. Programmers can now manage large channel portfolios from concept and creation to delivery and distribution — all with minimal personnel.

CONNECT provides the industry’s only real-time collaborative platform for channel distribution. It solves the challenges of managing large-scale channel distribution by reducing complexity and expense, and allowing content providers, Frequency’s operational teams and distribution platforms to work together live.

Unique distribution architecture, designed with and highly optimized for AWS, eliminates

most traditional platform distribution fees. This disruptive economic model enables content providers to maximize their growth by lowering the entry price.

Industry best high-availability delivery, including multipath and multiregion delivery to the world’s leading FAST and OTT platforms.

Frequency now also offers Managed Channel Services for premium streaming brands. It combines deep experience and expertise in launching linear streaming channels — including FAST — with Frequency Studio.

Streaming television channels have moved from the sidelines to primetime, becoming premium consumer offerings and providing a fresh way to monetize existing libraries and channels. Frequency is a driving force behind the transformation of the television industry today, and major studios and broadcasters rely on it to channel their television businesses and make streaming a mainstream revenue play.

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AMERICA INC.

PersonalWorkplace-Controller Professional Max

The PersonalWorkplace-Controller Professional Max offers an innovative solution for managing multiple computer signals, virtual sources or KVM console modules on one or several monitors. With 27 video inputs, including 15 remote UHD@60Hz connections, and four video outputs supporting resolutions up to 5K@60Hz, this multiviewer tool ensures high-quality display and operation. The device also supports the pass-through of HD-SDI signals, facilitating smooth integration into current workflows and production setups.

This feature enables the addition of more digital video and streaming sources with real-time control over all interactive elements. Whether in dynamic mode, utilizing real EDID resolutions for modern displays, or legacy mode, supporting up to four output monitors with fixed aspect ratios, the PersonalWorkplace-Controller provides flexibility and efficiency. Its intuitive interface allows users to save and recall different layouts, while full integration of KVM

functionalities ensures seamless operation. With low noise emission and easy configuration via on-screen display or API remote control, this device is ideal for creating ergonomic workspaces with enhanced productivity.

The PersonalWorkplace-Controller Professional Max revolutionizes multiviewer technology by consolidating all system functions into a single, high-performance device. With its advanced capabilities, users can effortlessly arrange, combine and transmit up to 27 different video sources to up to four displays, enabling unparalleled flexibility and efficiency in workspace design.

The multiviewing tool delivers stunning visual quality with minimal delay, thanks to its real-time architecture. Users can define the size, position, and scaling of sources, including overlays, and even crop signals at the top, bottom, left or right as needed.

Signals can be scaled with a factor from 0.1 to 10.0 and

duplicated for multiple displays, offering exceptional versatility in display configuration.

In addition to its impressive hardware capabilities, the PersonalWorkplace-Controller supports a variety of streaming protocols, including RTSP, RTSP HEVC, WebRTC, NDI and YouTube, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of media sources. The device also offers mirroring functionality, allowing users to display output on any compatible display or device with the appropriate output license.

Further enhancing its versatility, the PersonalWorkplace-Controller features 15 LC duplex inputs for transmission via optional PersonalWorkplace-CPUs, along with 12 HDMI video inputs and four video outputs with DisplayPort interfaces. With 14 USB-B ports for keyboard and mouse access, as well as support for up to 15 connections via LC duplex sockets, the device offers seamless connectivity and integration into existing workflows.

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GLENSOUND Vittoria 64

The Vittoria 64 is the newest iteration of the popular Vittoria series. The Vittoria was initially well-received when launched in 32-channel with Dante. The later addition of the RAVENNA version further increased popularity, and the demands for a higher channel count were loud and clear from the start. The new Vittoria 64 now provides a 64x64 (at 1FS) network audio bridge with Dante or RAVENNA modules in a 1u 19-inch form factor. Depending on model and card placement, channels may be reduced to 32x32 with 96 kHz operation. A choice of sample rates from 44.1 kHz to 96 kHz can be accommodated, with 64x64 channels available at up to 48 kHz. The two independent network interfaces are isolated from each other for security and there is no network connection between each interface. Audio is passed only in DSP. Each interface has primary and redundant network connections on copper and SFP fibre.

Two separate networks might need to be operating at different sample

rates and Vittoria is capable of bridging between sample rates ranging from 44.1 kHz to 96 kHz. A likely scenario could be that an OB truck is set up for 48 kHz operation but a specialist audio truck or a local studio might demand a higher rate. Or the OB truck and the studio need to pass audio but for network security issues, need to remain isolated from one another. Vittoria is the solution here. Hitherto, only Dante or AES67/RAVENNA have been mentioned but Vittoria is also SMPTE ST 2110-30-compliant (when used with a Ravenna module), which is essential as IP operation becomes the industry norm.

Although each network is connected via Ethernet, they can be operated with different master clocks at different clock speeds. This can be useful if you need to spread the number of devices on one network across both. This would be useful when using a large number of Dante Ultimo devices, for example. Each network interface has a word clock input

and output connection on BNC connectors. This allows the connection of other devices for clock sync on each network separately.

More often, each network interface will be operating on separate networks, but it is also possible to connect them to the same network to act as a sample rate converter. For instance, if the primary network is operating at 44.1 kHz and you want to connect a 48 kHz unit, you can set the secondary interface to 48 kHz and connect your new device to this interface in Dante Controller. Audio from this unit will be available on the primary network at 44.1 kHz.

The redundant switch mode power supplies are not just for security. The two operate on a load sharing basis, which means that both operate at a lower level, thus extending the life of the PSU. This is a better strategy than running one supply at full capacity and the secondary unit only operating when the first supply fails.

GRASS VALLEY

Framelight X

Framelight X is a next-generation asset management system — as a native SaaS application on the GV AMPP platform on premise or in the cloud.

As the demand for new content continues to grow, media organizations must find strategies to improve the efficiency of content production from creation to distribution. By improving the efficiency of the content creation process, collaborating between globally distributed teams, and building systems that dynamically adapt to demand, media companies can realize significant profits while producing more content. The SaaS-based Framelight X solution from Grass Valley is ideally suited to mastering these challenges better than previously known.

Next-generation federated asset management and editing, globally distributed, fast production workflows with

a focus on news and sports. Remote working in a browser and within seconds of a live shot, with no need for operators to be on site or in the field.

Achieve increased revenue per asset by consolidating content into a single, global asset management system, enabling content sharing, and reducing duplication. Utilizing MOS lip list players, any MOS-enabled NRCS can control rundowns in the multichannel MOS clip list player. All available Framelight X assets can be linked to placeholders and updates will be displayed immediately and multiple rundowns for up to four clip player channels are supported.

Support for editing selection and excellent usability through browser-based editing with Framelight X Editor and optional craft editing with EDIUS X or

Adobe Premiere editing with proxy or high-resolution content, including 3D effects without render, plus new features including HTML5 graphics, motion tracking blur and subtitling. This also eliminates the hassle of relinking media for any editing workflow, made possible by Grass Valley’s intelligent media technology. Enables ENG media upload via Mync, seamlessly upload to Framelight X by capturing ENG content with Mync and creating storyboards.

The Framelight X workflow offers many customizable operations that allow users to automate workflows without the need for professional services or custom development. An ever-growing library of functions that can be linked together, including third-party integrations such as AI services, can be utilized.

The LDX C150 is a revolutionary new compact NativeIP/UHD broadcast camera that is setting a new standard for uncompromised high-value live production. No other camera on the market delivers comparable operational freedom, flexibility, scalability and convenience. As the newest member of the LDX 100 Series camera platform, the LDX C150 (C150) puts the features and functionality of the advanced, full-size LDX 150 NativeIP/ UHD camera into a compact form factor.

The C150 brings to market an unprecedented feature set that encompasses NativeIP capabilities (SMPTE 2110), exceptional UHD imaging, high-speed 3X native UHD HDR and 6X 1080p HDR for super slow-motion applications. The C150 offers built-in options for baseband SDI (12G, 3G, 1,5G) support, SMPTE 2110 and JPEG-XS compression without any external conversion, direct from the camera head.

For backwards compatibility, the C150 also supports direct, single cable connectivity to an XCU base station. With a virtual licensing model, customers can upgrade functionality in the field such as 1080p to full UHD/4K raster support with a tap of their phone via NFC, even if the upgrade is only needed for a short time and the camera is powered off. Ideal for live event rental scenarios.

A great complement to the full-size LDX 150, the C150 is beneficial to diverse applications including, live sports, REMI remote IP-based production, OB mobile units, Steadicam and SKYCAM/FLYCAM operations. Its lightweight, compact form factor makes it ideal on robotic heads at locations where camera operators dare not go due to heights, inaccessibility or safety risks, such as near racetracks.

The LDX C150 offers a high sensitivity F11@2000 lux global shutter via its three new 2/3-inch Xenios imagers.

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LDX C150

This state-of-the art imaging results in a wider dynamic range in native High Dynamic Range (HDR) in PQ, HLG and S-Log3 modes. Users can enable up to five built-in JPEG XS codecs for up to 20X compression with extremely low latency.

Only a single cable is needed to connect the C150 to the same GV XCU base station being used to paint and match pictures for the entire multicamera production. For full IP trucks, IP facilities, and IP-based REMI remote production, the C150 natively streams ST 2110 IP signals in and out without any need for external conversion. It offers simple, scalable multiformat image capture and distribution and supports AMWA NMOS and SMPTE ST 2110 among other industry standards. broadcast, media and entertain-

ment professionals can maximize their investment in the C150 due to its unprecedented scalability for a broadcast-quality NativeIP/UHD compact camera.

Summary of the camera’s key unique features that are not offered by any other compact camera available on the market:

• NativeIP operation where the cameras directly manage all SMPTE 2110 streams including /7 redundancy.

• Up to five JPEG XS encoders integrated into the compact camera body.

• Direct connectivity to an XCU base station.

• 3x native UHD operation with native UHD live output.

• 6x native 1080p operation with native UHD live output.

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Maverik X

Maverik X, a native AMPP production switcher, is designed to efficiently fulfill user requirements and control production costs. It was designed from the ground up as a no-compromise microservices-based software solution that can run seamlessly on COTS servers on-premise or in the cloud.

Maverik X is a highly flexible production switcher that can scale from very small to very large and is limited today only by the capacity of the server and the number of inputs and outputs. However, due to the continuous development of COTS servers and cloud services, the possibilities for scaling will continue to increase and the limit will be pushed further and further upwards.

By utilizing the AMPP platform, numerous other SaaS applications can be run on the same COTS servers both on-premise and in the cloud, either on a

short-term or subscription basis. In this way, complete production solutions can be configured and activated as required and then reconfigured for further use with other requirements or deactivated if necessary. This opens up opportunities to minimize capex and to be able to allocate the costs required for a production directly to a production as opex.

Both the software GUI control and the familiar tactile modular hardware control panels of the Maverik series are supported as user interfaces. This fulfills the desire for familiar operating sequences and user interfaces as well as the ability to use additional operating options for ad hoc applications without dedicated hardware.

With Maverik X as an additional application within the AMPP solution, customers now receive complete production

solutions via a combination of various SaaS applications. Since these SaaS applications are all operated on a common COTS platform, on-premise, in the cloud or in a hybrid form between the two, there are previously unknown opportunities to activate and use production systems in various configurations and functional scopes at any time, even at short notice.

This makes Maverik X more than just a SaaS-based production switcher solution, Maverik X is the central element of a complete SaaS-based and therefore freely scalable production solution.

Maverik X has the potential to change the way in which higher-quality content is produced while simultaneously optimizing costs in a way that has never been seen before.

Haivision Hub 360

Haivision Hub 360 is a cloud-based master control solution for remotely managing broadcast contribution devices, user permissions and all available video sources and destinations. Hub 360 can be paired with all Haivision mobile video transmitters, Makito encoders, MoJoPro apps and StreamHub receivers.

Once connections are established, users can use Hub 360 to remotely configure, control and monitor their Haivision devices and route live video from one location to another over

cellular networks, the internet, and the cloud with its intuitive web user interface. Simply drag and drop live video sources from paired field transmitters and encoders to StreamHub destinations to build and manage complex live broadcast workflows with all the tools needed to monitor stream quality and network performance.

Haivision Hub 360 allows users to manage all video contribution feeds with thumbnail images and real-time statistics within a master control grid

view and route live video sources to SDI, NDI, ST 2110, SST, SRT and other IP outputs providing maximum flexibility for any workflow.

The flexible pay-as-you-go (PAYG) model enables Hub 360 users to instantly scale their workflows by spinning up StreamHub receiver cloud instances when additional capacity is needed for occasional use situations and unplanned events.

Hammerspace is a software solution designed to accelerate productions by bridging incompatible storage silos to provide high-performance global file access and policy-based data orchestration across silos, multiple sites and clouds.

With Hammerspace, customers can not only unify their production pipelines globally across existing on-premises storage/compute and cloud providers and regions, but now Hammerspace’s new Hyperscale NAS architecture lets them dramatically increase performance of even existing scale-out NAS storage to support rendering, AI, or other high-performance use cases.

Customers such as Mathematic Studios, Ingenuity Studios, Jellyfish Pictures and others use Hammerspace to accelerate production output of their existing infrastructure with real-time collaboration globally across multiple silos, sites and clouds. This has enabled companies to unify remote production teams seamlessly, while also incorporating cloud-based compute and storage resources without interrupting user workflows.

With the new Hyperscale NAS capability, Hammerspace now enables customers to increase performance of legacy scale-out NAS systems, accelerating I/O to rates that were not possible with the NAS platforms on their own.

Hyperscale NAS is included as part of Hammerspace Global Data Environment software, and is available to users without additional charge.

Hyperscale NAS has been in development as part of Hammerspace for some time. But only this year was it publicly released following large-scale validation at Meta, who deployed the solution to power a massive AI training pipeline, moving data at 12 TBps between 1,000 commodity storage nodes and a cluster

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of 24,000 GPUs.

In M&E environments, the Hyperscale NAS architecture is ideally suited for rendering pipelines, but also to enable companies to take on AI or other high-performance projects without needing dedicated new hardware.

Combined with Hammerspace’s Data Orchestration, global data services, and other capabilities, users/applications see a high-performance global file system, accessible via standard SMB, NFS and/or S3 across any storage type, cloud and/or location in a cross-platform global namespace. But behind the scenes, Hammerspace transparently orchestrates data between storage types/locations by policy to seamlessly manage the different performance requirements and resources needed in production pipelines without interruption to users.

Hyperscale NAS architecture is standards-based, leveraging NFSv4.2 with Parallel NFS and Flex Files layouts to achieve unprecedented performance increases even on legacy NFSv3 storage. NFSv4.2 is included in

all standard Linux distributions, meaning any Linux server already has everything needed to utilize Hyperscale NAS without needing to install client software or altering existing storage.

Hammerspace’s Hyperscale NAS enables parallel file system performance by separating the metadata path from the data path. In this way it enables direct I/O paths between render nodes and the storage nodes, dynamically parallelizing I/O across the available nodes at any scale, eliminating the controller bottlenecks and cache overlap that previously limited performance on existing systems.

Hammerspace is software designed to enable customers to better utilize existing resources, with a standards-based approach to globally span on-premises and cloud silos for high-performance workflows. And now with Hyperscale NAS as a seamless part of the Hammerspace Global Data Environment software, customers can achieve HPC-class performance even on their legacy systems to accelerate their production pipelines.

VOS360 Ad SaaS With In-Stream Advertising

Harmonic’s VOS®360 Ad SaaS is an industry-first, standalone server-side ad insertion (SSAI) solution that enables targeted ad delivery to millions of concurrent viewers for live, linear TV and VOD streaming. The cloud-native solution includes ad ingest and processing, ad serving, frame-accurate SSAI, ad decision server and supply-side server capabilities to simplify targeted ad delivery.

Harmonic has made a significant update to VOS360 Ad SaaS for live sports streaming with the introduction of in-stream advertising with new splitscreen ad formats, which was shown at the 2024 NAB Show. This new capability on VOS360 Ad answers the industry’s need for more effective monetization methods in the face of escalating sports rights costs, while preserving viewer engagement.

VOS360 Ad offers in-stream advertising through server-side insertion of new addressable ad formats such as double-box and dynamic L-bars. The new in-stream advertising capability with split-screen ad formats creates additional premium inventory for live sports streaming, enabling advertisers to reach viewers without interrupting the viewing experience and publishers to achieve better monetization of their sports content.

The split-screen ads can be strategically placed at high- and low-action moments of the streamed event, either through manual operation or by automated triggering from external data feeds. This dynamic integration of split-screen inventory within live programming preserves viewer engagement, amplifies brand awareness and maximizes monetization opportunities.

With a strong focus on quality and user experience, VOS360 Ad delivers in-stream ads with significantly lower latency than other solutions. The new split-screen ad formats are fully compatible with the programmatic advertising ecosystem, including traditional ad servers, for impression-based selling.

Furthermore, VOS360 Ad offers an expanding ecosystem with wellknown partners and well-documented APIs for flexibility and simplified targeted ad delivery, making it easy for customers to understand and adapt. VOS360 Ad is proven to deploy at scale with Google Ad Manager, allowing for deeper access to Google’s ad monetization suite, resulting in more granular targeting. Moreover, by partnering with leaders like Mirriad and Equativ alongside

new collaborators Bitmovin, RYFF and Publica, VOS360 Ad enables video service providers to create more ad inventory without increasing the ad load, which maximizes their monetization potential and keeps viewers fully engaged.

Harmonic’s VOS360 Ad SaaS featuring new in-stream advertising with split-screen ad formats is a game-changer for streaming of live sports. It creates new monetization opportunities for publishers, provides advertisers with a more engaging way to connect with audiences, and offers a more viewer-friendly ad experience. VOS360 Ad SaaS is an essential solution for broadcasters and service providers looking to stay competitive in the rapidly evolving landscape of live sports streaming.

HITACHI KOKUSAI ELECTRIC COMARK

E-Compact EC600HP-BB3 Series

The new E-Compact EC600HP-BB3 series provides broadcasters with a rugged, high-efficiency Doherty air-cooled solid-state VHF Band 3 platform for all DTV broadcast requirements. The transmitter series has been designed with a eye on reliability, maintenance and efficiency for the lowest cost of ownership for a new VHF band 3 air-cooled transmitter system. There are still a number of older, less efficient DTV transmitter systems in use throughout the market and the E-Compact EC600HP-BB3 series is a perfect replacement.

The EC600HP-BB3 product line is available with 1 to 8x PA’s in parallel, producing from 1150 W to up to 9.2 kW TPO respectively, all in a single rack cabinet. These output power levels are measured after the mask filter. The EC600HP-BB3 features the latest broadband Doherty LDMOS RF power amplifiers with efficiency of up to 40%. Each 3RU PA features a rear-panel plug-in design for easy installation and maintenance.

Multiple RF amplifiers are combined with an insulated RF combiner enabling hot swap of the PAs. Each PA uses dual commercial off-the-shelf GE AC-to-DC rectifiers in load share mode for optimal on-air redundancy. The aircooled PA design includes automatic cooling fan speed control that provides lower acoustic noise levels during operation while extending the life span of these fans.

The EC600HP-BB3 transmitter utilizes our field proven EXACT-V2 digital TV exciter licensed for ATSC 1.0, and is easily upgradeable for ATSC 3.0 via simple license file. This is the same exciter used on our high-power liquid-cooled systems installed throughout the country. The transmitter is available in either single drive (one digital TV exciter and system controller) or dual drive (two exciters and controllers with automatic switching) for redundancy flexibility.

The transmitters use a built-in Embedded WEB Server that provides control and management of the transmitter through a web GUI (via PC or mobile phone standard browser) without the need for any external software or drivers. SNMP for transmitter remote control and monitoring is also available.

The EC600HP-BB3 series utilizes a MCCB (Molded Case Circuit Breaker), AC distribution module with built-in protection circuit SPD (Surge Protection Devices) and Circuit Breaks. There is a single point AC connection for quick installation at the customer’s transmitter site.

The E-Compact family is compact and rugged, perfectly suited for broadcasters looking to replace their older and less efficient equipment or for future ATSC 3.0 SFN systems. A unit was on display in the company’s NAB Show booth.

JPEG XS IP Core for KVM

JPEG XS is an image and video coding system developed by Fraunhofer IIS that enables visually lossless image quality and can thus replace uncompressed raw data to significantly reduce bandwidth and energy requirements as well as the resulting costs. In cooperation with Fraunhofer IIS, IHSE is the world’s first KVM manufacturer to implement the novel codec in an IP core for near-latency-free transmission of high-definition video in extremely high quality, enabling

resolutions of up to 10K and frame rates of up to 480 Hz

The JPEG XS IP Core developed by IHSE is intended as a licensing product to other companies in the broadcast, esports and professional AV industry. The IP Core can be integrated into broadcast and distribution equipment such as cameras, extenders and video processing equipment. JPEG XS enables flexible bandwidth-de-

pendent scaling and compression of the image material. The encoding process excludes frame drops and allows for variable subsampling options. In addition, the JPEG XS IP Core is resource-optimized. Depending on the size of the FPGA used, resolution and bandwidth can be scaled, which significantly reduces coding space requirements and development costs.

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Under the kvm-tec brand, IHSE now introduces the new KVM over IP-based ScalableLine Pro supporting up to 5K60 video. Optimized firmware has made it possible to transmit full 4:4:4 color space running over a typical 10G network switch up to 5120x1440 @60 Hz.

These extenders offer 0.47ms latency for delay-free transmission of video, keyboard and mouse. Unique features include the ability to control and display up to 16 computer sources on a single display and managed via a single keyboard and mouse.

By simply moving the mouse inside the gridded cell and clicking, the cell becomes active allowing full control of the source. In addition, up to four ScalableLine Pro receivers can be network-bonded to allow up to 64 sources across the four displays.

Other benefits of the ScalableLine Pro include redundant power, redundant signal ports and options for audio and RS-232 data transmission. Power input is 12VDC, 3A and the units can be easily mounted up to four across in a 1RU tray.

IMAX StreamAware™ is an all-in-one, automated software platform that provides quality measurement insights and automates quality verification checks for live and on-demand streaming video. Based on patented IMAX VisionScience™ technology, StreamAware provides a consistent quality metric to measure and monitor live streams, devices, channels and paths in a unified view; as well as configurable test plans to ensure on-demand content meets requirements.

For on-demand streaming, StreamAware On-Demand ensures high-quality video delivery while improving efficiency and reducing errors across file-based workflows. 2.8 billion minutes of content are assured and measured with StreamAware every month. Using StreamAware On-Demand, a leading streaming service, cut manual quality assurance interventions by 50% in 2023.

For live streaming, StreamAware On-Air provides real-time visibility of the video delivery chain, ensuring everything runs smoothly from the source to the final viewer. It provides a consistent quality metric to measure and monitor live streams, devices, channels and paths in a unified view. StreamAware monitors hundreds of thousands of streams around the clock for major global streaming services, pay TV operators and MPVDs. One top MPVD slashed latency 30% and reduced MTTR 85% with StreamAware.

StreamAware software is enabled by the patented IMAX ViewerScore (XVS™), which provides a single, objective quality score that benchmarks viewer experience throughout the workflow. IMAX XVS™ is the only video quality metric that maps to the human visual system, making it the most accurate and complete measure of how humans perceive video.

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StreamAware software is enabled by the patented IMAX VisionScience, which provides a single, objective quality score (the IMAX ViewerScore (XVS™) that benchmarks viewer experience throughout the workflow. IMAX XVS is scientifically proven to be the most accurate measure of end-viewer experience.

IMAX XVS is the only video quality metric that maps to the human visual system, making it the most accurate and complete measure of how humans perceive video. The Emmy Award-winning technology is the only algorithm with >90% correlation to Mean Opinion Score (MOS), verified across various video datasets. It sees quality differences other metrics can’t because it considers all aspects of human visual perception, including:

• Where humans focus attention (saliency)

• Viewer types and intent

• Impairment visibility

• Time dimensions

• Playback devices

Additional benefits: no reference source needed and support for all types of content including live, VOD, HDR and 4K. StreamAware is unique from other quality measurement solutions because it offers a no-reference component. This means that quality can be measured without referencing the original source material.

Since a source is not always available (and never available for live content), this ability to provide an objective quality score based on the human visual system sets it apart from all other quality measurement metrics in use today. For example, for reference-based metrics, if the source file suffered impairments, a reference-based metric would award a perfect score because the distribution matches the (compromised) source. A no-reference metric like XVS, flags the quality as low because that is what a human would perceive, catching impairments other systems would miss.

The number one video technology challenge for streaming businesses is cost control — and the biggest cost for delivering video is Content Delivery Network (CDN) distribution charges. IMAX StreamSmart™ uses IMAX’s Emmy Award-winning VisionScience technology to protect video quality while significantly reducing file sizes, saving content distributors 15% or more on CDN delivery costs with no distinguishable difference to viewer experience.

One major streaming platform saves $25M annually across its library of most watched titles by using StreamSmart technology to reduce bandwidth consumption without sacrificing the subscribers’ viewing experience. StreamSmart is available in two versions: StreamSmart On-Demand for on-demand (VOD) content, and the newly announced StreamSmart On-Air for live workflows.

StreamSmart software overlays existing workflows to analyze every frame of a video and optimize encoding settings for best picture quality and compression efficiency. It is enabled by the patented IMAX VisionScience which quantifies quality and provides a single, objective quality score (called the IMAX ViewerScore (XVS™) that benchmarks viewer experience throughout the workflow.

IMAX XVS is the only video quality metric that maps to the human visual system, making it the most accurate and complete measure of how humans perceive video quality. The Emmy Award-winning technology is the only algorithm with >90% correlation to Mean Opinion Score (MOS), verified across various video datasets. It sees quality differences other metrics can’t. It works for all types of content including live, VOD, HDR and 4K. Also, as an overlay to existing encod-

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ing workflows and supporting third-party encoders, StreamSmart software requires minimal workflow changes. The software can be deployed in a streaming provider’s on-prem data center or in the cloud.

StreamSmart uses an API-driven approach, although it can also be offered as an SDK. It takes the source content, which is encoded using the provided encoder configuration and generates a set of alternate encodes using Advanced Machine Learning.

The software then analyzes and quantifies quality for every video segment from all the encodes, and dynamically selects the lowest bitrate segments that maintain the same video quality, guaranteeing an optimal viewer experience while maximizing bitrate savings.

Importantly, StreamSmart has a single-ended (no-reference) component to its quality measurement, which is AI-based and designed using perceptually mo-

tivated Deep Neural Networks. The goal of the no-reference metric is to predict a full reference quality score, without relying on a source file for comparison. We built a database that has tens of millions of sources and designed a machine-learning approach that directly passes pixels to a deep-learning model. This makes it possible to use on live workflows, where there is no source file to compare to quantify quality.

Streaming businesses are facing enormous challenges this year. Subscriber growth is slowing, churn is increasing, and both impact bottom lines. The focus for streaming businesses right now is capturing new revenue opportunities while significantly cutting costs.

Ours is the most accurate and complete quality metric on the market, that measures all types of content, including HDR, 4K, live and VOD, which makes StreamSmart unique as a video quality metric in our industry.

Interra Systems’ BATON 9.0 is the latest version of the company’s award-winning AI-/ML-enabled automated QC platform, BATON, representing a major leap forward for the platform in terms of performance — especially for those working with UHD content and Dolby Atmos. BATON 9.0 is a cut above competing solutions on the market, providing a better experience and facilitating more efficient workflows for video service providers, broadcasters and content owners.

Addressing the most demanding QC standards for quality and compliance, the BATON provides comprehensive quality and compliance checks for VOD content — in the cloud, on-premises, or as a hybrid solution — for linear and streaming workflows. It is deployed globally by broadcast, cable, telco, satellite, IPTV, over-the-top (OTT), post-production, and archiving companies working with filebased media.

Showcased for the first time at the NAB Show, Interra Systems announced the launch of BATON 9.0, which features a brand-new engine for enhanced performance, while offering support for new checks, formats and features. To complement these upgrades, Interra Systems’ BATON Media Player has also received performance and usability upgrades. These upgrades signal the company’s commitment to evolving and elevating itself alongside the shifting media landscape.

In addition to the new engine, BATON 9.0 boasts major framework updates, including NGINX server, Python 3.x, and Postgres. The migration from Python 2.x to Python 3.x results in a more responsive interface, increased scalability and service, and resource optimization, while Postgres RB simplifies database

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management. BATON 9.0 also offers performance enhancements for QC and analysis of UHD content, optimized IMF analysis and improved reading and downloads from S3 cloud.

Furthermore, the solution now offers enhanced video quality checks, including detection of unwanted frames, field order, video dropout, ghosting, black bars, video signal and black levels, as well as audio quality checks like Nielsen Watermarking and audio loudness, and more. With these new enhancements, BATON empowers media professionals to handle large volumes of content with ease, and efficiently manage their workflows, helping ensure that they consistently provide the best-quality audio-visual content to their end-users.

Complimenting these new features is the upgraded BATON Media Player. Allowing media professionals to play, inspect and verify audio and video

content, the platform now enables optimized playback of 4K content and further support for Dolby Atmos storage formats — such as AXS-R7, REDCODE audio, “dng” — and more options to review errors.

An evolution of an already established, successful solution, BATON 9.0 is set to transform the landscape of content QC and deserves to win a Best of Show Award. Tackling all elements of video content, and the potential areas where errors can arise, BATON 9.0 allows media professionals to efficiently review their content and identify and resolve quality issues as quickly as possible. Not only does this save valuable time, allowing media professionals to dedicate more time to other vital parts of the workflow, it also ensures that the end-user and their viewing experience comes first, and superior-quality video is delivered every time.

KY-PZ540 Series PTZ Cameras With 40x Zoom

As JVC’s first PTZ cameras to incorporate 40x zoom, the KY-PZ540 and NDI®-enabled KY-PZ540N are ideal for large live event spaces and instances when it is essential to zoom in from a distance. They are designed with JVC’s 4K imager and renowned Variable Scan Mapping technology, which dynamically scans the 4K sensor to produce a seamless and lossless image transition up to 40x in full-resolution HD.

In developing these cameras, JVC representatives asked key customers what feature was most in demand. The resounding request was for a PTZ camera capable of 40x zoom in 1080/60p, at an affordable price point. There is also a USB video device class (UVC) available for direct connection to Zoom, Google Meet and other online video conferencing programs. With JVC KYPZ510 technology at its core, the new KY-PZ540 PTZ cameras incorporate the brand’s award-winning features, such as AI-enabled advanced SMART auto-tracking operation and NDI-supported IP-based remote operation capabilities. By incorporating enhanced zoom with existing technology, the company is able to accommodate the needs of a larger segment of customers.

In addition to the 40x zoom, JVC recently expanded the auto-tracking function of its applicable PTZs to include five new advanced features: Standard, Area, Stage, Wide Area and Fine Adjustment modes. Presets for exposure, color and image were added as well. These upgrades provide additional benefits in frame composition, zones and modes of operation. Market-leading features of the NDI-enabled KY-PZ540N model include integrated NDI HX3 for seamless hassle-free system integration

and SRT featuring HEVC and H.264 dual encoding for efficient bandwidth utilization. This ensures higher-quality video at lower bitrates for remote production over the internet (REMI).

The KY-PZ540N can also simultaneously output NDI, SRT and RTMPS for hybrid local/remote workflows to deliver the highest quality distribution to the world’s most popular CDNs.

JVC was founded nearly 100 years ago, and over the past

century, the brand’s professional video division has gained a very strong and loyal customer base — one that is very “price versus performance” conscious. Once they purchase a JVC product, customers quickly realize and appreciate the quality of the innovative engineering integrated into each model. The new KY-PZ540 Series of PTZ cameras deliver on those exact expectations.

HOME Management Platform for IP

Half of what HOME is able to provide, such as greatly simplifying the discovery and registration process of IP devices, automatic assignments of IP addresses through an internal DHCP server, an LDAP-based user authentication system, intuitive and fast IP stream routing and much more, may not yet be widely known. We would nevertheless like to nominate HOME for a much more fundamental reason.

HOME has evolved into a unified platform for both bespoke Lawo and third-party hardware and hardware-agnostic software. In its current state, HOME allows operators to spin up and spin down Lawo’s HOME Apps, and to set all parameters, whether for hardware devices or HOME Apps, from the same convenient touchscreen.

Thanks to a novel monetization scheme by the name of Lawo Flex, HOME is also where operators can allocate credits to the processing apps — whether video or audio — they need for the task at hand. This flexibility now extends to licensable add-on functionality for hardware devices like .edge, allowing users to unlock more inputs and outputs on any software-licensable hardware that is considered a HOME native by the system.

Among other things, this means that, while a given HOME App is not running, the credits it no longer consumes can be allocated to enabling JPEG XS compression, proxy generation and other functionality on .edge hardware—and vice versa, courtesy of a sophisticated credit system that does not follow the burn-down approach of other offerings.

Both the software apps and eligible hardware devices are complementary from a budget point of view, drastically minimizing the cost of idle function-

ality, which has come to be frowned upon. HOME’s platform approach is about to be extended even further to include HOME’s NMOS Importer and NMOS Exporter functionality. It allows NMOS devices registered in an internal or external NMOS RDS registry to be added to the HOME environment, or to translate HOME-native devices or software to an outgoing, northbound representation that accommodates an NMOS control environment. The optional licenses needed for this functionality are managed with HOME’s Flex Subscription credits.

In this way, HOME provides operators with a convenient platform for highly flexible broadcast and AV processing tasks — whether audio or video, whether software or hardware. More details about audio complementarity were revealed at this year’s NAB show.

Anyone who has ever con-

nected a new device to an IP network knows how long-winded this process can be. With HOME, configuring IP devices has become much faster and intuitive. What is far more important however, is that the current state of HOME is the culmination of a master plan where everything, from easy discovery and registration to secure authentication routines, and from centralized stream routing and parameter tweaking to flexible shifts of processing capability between dedicated hardware and standard servers is accounted for.

Broadcasters of the most prestigious Tier-One sporting events in 2024 and beyond have already decided to rely on HOME’s unified platform approach for the coverage of events that depend on highly flexible — and carbon-footprint-conscious — tools for topnotch storytelling.

The Leader ZEN-W Series, comprised of the LV5600W waveform monitor and LV7600W rasterizer, is designed to satisfy the most demanding broadcast operations and production test and measurement environments. Now with the growth of IP infrastructures and new remote production working practices, a series of brand-new features ensures the ZEN-W Series provides all the support needed to monitor 4K/UHD/2K/HD/SD/SDI as well as video-over-IP signals seamlessly in a true-hybrid operating environment. With 70 years of broadcast experience, Leader test and measurement products have helped broadcasters make the transition from black and white to color; analog to digital; standard definition to high definition to ultra-high definition; standard dynamic range to high dynamic range; and SDI to IP. All these transitions have one thing in common: if you don’t understand the preceding technology and how it is being used, how can you help broadcasters seamlessly migrate to the next generation of technology?

The Leader ZEN-W Series is the latest in a long and successful line of instruments, that gives customers the reassurance to migrate technology with confidence with Leader. A host of brand new advanced developments gives customers the reassurance to migrate confidently their technology with Leader. The new ZEN-W Series supports all the analysis tools of the original ZEN Series with the added feature of a WebRTC interface, allowing broadcasters to remotely locate the waveform monitor or rasterizer in a “dark” data center environment and allow engi -

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neering and production staff to view it from their desktop.

New features include:

• Real-time remote control capability by WebRTC

• Flexible audio mapping

• NMOS Clean switching

• Extended monitor display support

• Closed captions in multilingual support

• 3D LUT import for HDR to SDR and SDR to HDR conversion — an integral bidirectional conversion tool that allows HDR content to be viewed in SDR and vice versa

• SDR “Full Range” Display — extended SDR Full Range support to display black error, CIE, gamut error, histogram,

level error, audio/video timing offset, noise level, test signals, vector and waveform.

• Support for ARRI and RED cameras to its industry-proven CINEZONE real-time false color exposure display.

Broadcasters are taking a more measured approach to technology upgrades, rather than a “big bang” approach. Existing technology is slowly being phased out, rather than completely replaced in a single upgrade. The Leader ZEN-W Series 3U full-rack width waveform monitor and 1RU full-rack rasterizer continue to support all the legacy formats and broadcasters’ operations while at the same time enable new technologies to be deployed.

In an era where consumer behavior is rapidly evolving, the demand for diverse content consumption across multiple platforms has reached unprecedented heights. Over-the-top (OTT) platforms are challenged to efficiently manage large amounts of content while ensuring maximum global reach without bearing the risks and costs of infrastructure investments.

LTN Arc is a fully managed service that handles every aspect of versioning for live events across every platform, meeting the needs of large media companies looking to expand their reach and revenue streams in a flexible and cost-efficient way. By leveraging LTN Live Video Cloud, LTN Transport and LTN Connect, LTN Arc enables customers with rights to large volumes of content to repurpose and decorate live games and events into customized streams for distribution on multiple channels globally.

At the core of LTN Arc lies its ability to harness LTN’s industry-leading IP video network, LTN Transport. This enables the acquisition of live feeds from venues worldwide, which are then processed by LTN’s events service team. Through content decoration, including graphic enhancements and remote voice talent integration, LTN Arc ensures that each live event is transformed into a tailored streaming experience.

LTN Arc boasts flexibility and scalability, empowering media companies to adapt effortlessly to fluctuating demands. The solution delivers customizable versioning services, content preparation for

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diverse destinations, and advanced features such as watermarking and video insertion.

Central to its success is the provision of a dedicated technical project manager, offering personalized support throughout the pre-event preparation and execution phases. With LTN’s constant technical assistance, LTN Arc guarantees a seamless experience for its customers.

TelevisaUnivision has harnessed the power of LTN Arc to target 600 million Spanish language speakers around the world. The company utilizes LTN Arc to enable scalable versioning and decoration of multiple live sports events, supporting up to 20 games concurrently, totaling more than 4,000 live events over two years.

LTN acquires high-quality live signals from across South and Central America in various formats while decorating and normalizing all feeds, ensuring content is seamlessly branded

and enriched with updated graphics and overlays, and enabling digital advertising.

LTN Arc has also been utilized by the big four sports leagues. LTN partnered with a major league to scale its app into new markets. LTN Arc delivered expanded reach and growing revenue opportunities by efficiently versioning high-quality global game feeds at scale. Additionally, LTN Arc empowers downstream automation workflows that create operational efficiencies, providing the ability to scale, without the challenges and costs.

LTN Arc represents a paradigm shift in content distribution — an agile, scalable and customizable solution designed to empower media companies to thrive in a competitive landscape. As the digital revolution continues to unfold, LTN Arc is reshaping the way we consume and experience live events on a global scale.

LTN Lift

The media landscape is in a constant state of flux, adapting and evolving at an unprecedented rate. Media companies find themselves in a perpetual race to innovate, striving to outpace the competition and meet the ever-growing market demand. The key to success lies in mastering the shift toward multifaceted content consumption platforms, which have surged in significance recently. This trend persists, underscoring the imperative for organizations to connect with audiences across diverse devices and distribution channels.

Achieving widespread reach demands more than casual efforts. Robust digital distribution strategies, fueled by cutting-edge technologies, become paramount. These strategies empower media entities to deftly navigate the intricate web of platforms, ensuring seamless content delivery to their target audiences. As budgets tighten, broadcasters grapple to maximize the value of their content assets.

In the face of these challenges, LTN introduced its groundbreaking hosted playout solution, LTN Lift. Tailored specifically for the automated development of

fresh channels, particularly in the realms of news and sports production, LTN Lift empowers operators to engage untapped audiences across various platforms. Notably, this innovative solution boasts industry-leading automated versioning capabilities that seamlessly integrates into existing workflows and operations, unlocking the full revenue potential of premium content like never before.

LTN Lift drives channel creation with an automated workflow. It integrates with third-party channel management systems, simplifying customization and monitoring across diverse digital channels.

Driven by automation, LTN Lift empowers broadcasters to swiftly create secondary and tertiary tracks for FAST distribution. These additional channels engage audiences with live and local news, sports and other high-value live content. With features like ultra-low latency, comprehensive monitoring, and multi-user support, LTN Lift offers an intuitive, scalable playout system that enhances live channel management capabilities.

With LTN Lift, media organizations can integrate both live

and taped programming within FAST services, while delivering tailored news and sports coverage to diverse digital audiences — fueling storytelling at a local level and maximizing the value of content assets. The service enables media owners to scale and regionalize their content offerings without investing in additional CapEx infrastructure, helping broadcasters maximize the yield from their content assets and drive cost savings.

LTN Lift is driving success for Tier 1 media companies, such as ABC. LTN Lift powers an innovative always-on OTT service for ABC, which facilitates streaming content from eight of its local TV stations. The streaming channels feature a mix of live and on-demand round-theclock local content, available free on their websites and streaming channels. These 24/7 live and local streaming channels have not only reinvigorated ABC’s digital presence but also reconnected with a new breed of viewers. These digital-first audiences, who may have drifted away from traditional channels, are now actively engaging with content on alternative platforms.

LTN Wave

Media companies need to deliver content more reliably, efficiently and with greater ability for customization across new and emerging platforms, including direct-to-consumer, free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST), and over-the-top (OTT) platforms. Organizations should be able to create multiple content versions to engage audiences at an unprecedented scale and with fewer resources. It has become apparent that companies need to make a shift away from traditional transport methods as they lack the scale, agility and reach needed to deliver sufficient channel variations across multiple platforms.

Built on LTN’s multicast-enabled, fully-managed IP transport network that delivers <200 ms latency and high reliability (99.999%), LTN Wave provides a flexible, scalable and reliable video transport solution that de-risks satellite migration with end-to-end management, and automatic, stress-free changeover while supporting next-generation possibilities, such as content replacement and custom ad trigger profiling. Fully interoperable with public cloud environments and various first- and last-mile protocols and technologies, customers can integrate LTN Wave seamlessly with existing infrastructure,

while flexibly harnessing other solutions such as third-party encoders, decoders and hardware or software infrastructure. LTN’s open and agnostic network strategy means content can be acquired in a single format and delivered in multiple different formats, common third protocols, and in and out of public clouds as needed.

Underpinned by LTN’s proprietary native multicast network with built-in packet recovery and routing protocols, LTN Wave gives industry-leading reliability and high SLAs, while featuring management of business policy-based rules — such as rights management, blackout, content replacement and ad enablement — directly within the network. LTN Wave additionally enables content versioning and channel creation.

LTN Wave offers a leading solution to reliably distribute multiple versions of content to any destination worldwide, allowing maximum reach, monetization and ROI.

LTN Wave simplifies complex video transport workflows to drive operational efficiency and scale while granting complete visibility and control to help customers achieve business goals. The solution is utilized by large media organizations, including MSG Networks and

Deutsche Welle.

MSG seamlessly integrated LTN Wave within its existing infrastructure, while supporting other solutions such as third-party encoders, decoders and hardware or software as required. LTN Wave enabled them to facilitate the flexible delivery and integration with MVPDs and vMVPDs as required to ensure optimal reach and monetization.

LTN assisted Deutsche Welle in reliably transitioning from satellite to IP and managing Secure Reliable Transport (SRT) connections at scale. Deutsche Welle selected LTN Wave as its multicast management network to utilize more complex broadcast workflows through a single platform. Deutsche Welle needed reliable multicast management support to accommodate distribution to its many global audiences, which was perfect as LTN Wave utilizes the only true multicast management network in the industry.

Underpinned by proven, ultra-reliable network performance and always-on expert technical operations center (TOC) support and monitoring, LTN Wave enables media companies to focus on content and audience growth while delivering total peace of mind.

LucidLink empowers content creators with instant access to data and seamless real-time collaboration. With its split-plane architecture, LucidLink redefines traditional file systems, offering unparalleled performance and accessibility for media assets stored in the cloud.

Core features of LucidLink address the critical needs of modern content creators with:

Instant access and real-time collaboration: LucidLink enables instantaneous access to huge media files from any location, fostering seamless collaboration among creative teams.

Efficient streaming and reduced network load: Its split-plane architecture facilitates on-demand file streaming, significantly reducing the burden on network and storage resources.

Centralized source of truth: By maintaining the cloud as the single source of truth, LucidLink eliminates the need for downloading or syncing, ensuring data integrity and consistency across collaborative projects. Its cloud-native SaaS solution is a high-performance cloud file service for distributed workloads, providing access to massive files and data from anywhere. It changes how organizations handle the challenge of sharing large files over long distances by enabling access to giant data sets across globally distributed locations, solving the problem of immediate file access. Creatives easily collaborate on files in real time from any location. It fits seamlessly into creative workflows, including NLEs, MAMs, DAMs and DAWs,

LucidLink does not require virtual or physical middleware or appliances,

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and it works with any S3-compatible cloud object storage, Microsoft Azure Blob, on any major operating system. Leveraging cloud-based storage, LucidLink brings the functionality and performance you’d expect from an on-premises file server.

Designed to address the limitations of NFS and SMB protocols, LucidLink works over LAN and WAN and has a high-performance concurrent streaming architecture, reduced network chatter, and a robust security model. It supports Linux, Windows and macOS operating systems. It supports applications not explicitly designed for the cloud, so legacy systems are immediately cloud-enabled. Organizations gain the cost benefits of cloud storage while retaining the performance of on-prem NAS without the cost of deploying, maintaining or managing hardware.

LucidLink has announced many product features since NAB 2023 and is committed to

enhancing the creative process.

In October 2023, they introduced the first in-app integration, the LucidLink Panel for Adobe Premiere Pro, enabling editors to cache just the media needed in their edit directly within the Premiere Pro application, streamlining workflows within the application and reducing the need for manual downloads and transfers.

In November, they launched Multi-Filespace Connect Integration, enabling seamless connection to multiple LucidLink Filespaces without disconnecting. Multi-Filespace connectivity streamlines workflow processes and simplifies complex file management tasks.

In April, they announced the LucidLink Panel for Adobe After Effects. Editors can now cache just the media needed in their composition directly within the After Effects application, offering a quick, more efficient and seamless experience in the Adobe application.

StreamSelect

New at the NAB Show, Lumens StreamSelect is the first low-cost 4K NDI switcher. StreamSelect is IP-based giving users the ability to switch up to 252 inputs. It supports NDI and RTSP cameras, with full hardware camera control. The system can replace HDMI and SDI switchers in AV installations, live event and interactive communications environments, while delivering increased flexibility and scalability.

StreamSelect offers users full camera control. It features an ergonomically designed joystick, a zoom rocker and image adjustment knobs. These controls ensure that each shot is perfectly aligned and color-matched before the live cut is actioned. Once a shot is live, the producer can con-

tinue to pan, tilt and zoom track a subject to deliver dynamic camera movement.

The combination of switching and control into a single hardware interface allows a solo operator to manage a production; indeed the entire program can be managed with one hand. For confidence monitoring and shot selection, the controller features an integrated preview monitor.

This means that for smaller projects, producers can travel light without the need for production monitors or any ancillary equipment besides a network switch. The system is made up of the controller/switcher and a mini decoder, both of which are PoE-based, lightweight, rugged

and compact — ideal for transporting to events.

Output is in 4K or HD. The HDMI port feeds monitors or encoders for transmission over local networks of the internet. StreamSelect’s USB port simultaneously outputs a UVC stream compliant with all Mac and PC computers. Paired with an application such as vMix, OBS Broadcast or Telestream Wirecast, the user can inexpensively overlay graphics and titles, and stream the program worldwide. This solution gives the user the flexibility and the ease of use of hardware control and switching, combined with the creativity of live production software.

CV612-TBI/TWI PTZ Camera

Marshall Electronics’ newest auto-tracking camera, the CV612-TBI/TWI PTZ camera, features the ability to automatically track, follow and frame presenters using AI facial learning for accurate camera movements. AI is the next major advancement for tracking PTZ cameras.

One of the biggest concerns with all tracking cameras is that they can “lose” the subject they are tracking. When someone new steps into the frame, the cameras can often become confused and begin to follow the new person. Until now, cameras recognized only an object, not a person. With AI tracking, the camera can recognize the shape of a person as something distinct from other objects in the room. When combined with information about contrast and color of clothing that the camera already “knows” using AI technology, it has a much better chance to “lock on” to the subject.

The CV612 from Marshall addresses the problem of occluding where one presenter passes in front of another and provides accurate real-time and regional tracking, up to 8m. Real-time tracking or presenter mode continuously tracks a person. Regional tracking is where continuous regions can be tracked (up to four regions). The camera will move to the next region whenever the presenter walks into that region.

AI tracking cameras leverage artificial intelligence to autonomously follow moving subjects. In settings where AI is in control of the camera, the panning right or left, tilting up or down, and zooming in or out on a subject accurately and smoothly will outperform beyond what human control is capable of.

Equipped with 12X optical and a 15X digital zoom, the CV612 offers a 4.1mm–49.2mm (6.6–70.3 degrees) field of view. It is built around a professional-grade

2-megapixel 1/2.8-inch, high-quality HD CMOS sensor, which provides format resolutions from 1920x1080, 1280x720 down to 640x480, making this the ideal solution for production and live streaming.

The Marshall CV612 is available in black (CV612-TBI) and white models (CV612-TWI). With its compact size (6 -1/3 inches high), it is a versatile solution that can be placed and mounted in a variety of locations. The CV612 is ideal for compact production with limited zoom range such as news sets, sports talk studios, classrooms and board rooms.

The CV612 has a flexible IP interface with simultaneous 3GSDI, HDMI and USB 3.0 Type C outputs for ease of connection for various applications. The flexibility to

stream content over IP (HEVC) with an HDMI simultaneous output, or USB3.0 with a simultaneous HDMI output offers flexibility for media streaming and collaboration from one camera. Stream live to YouTube, Livestream, Facebook (Meta) or Twitch while capturing local HDMI content and workflow manipulation.

One Ethernet (CAT) cable installation with PoE+ simplifies setup and operation. Control interface includes RS232, Visca/Pelco protocols as well as LAN control. Also included is a handheld IR remote control. The PTZ features a pan rotation of 170 degrees, tilt rotation of –90 to +90 degrees, and variable pan and tilt and preset speeds.

Cinema 4D is an intuitive 3D modeling and animation software and an essential element of Maxon’s comprehensive suite of tools designed to support artists through the entire creative lifecycle.

Powered by Maxon’s new core, Cinema 4D 2024 is now numerous times faster than previous versions, providing unmatched speed and performance for the most sophisticated creative scenes. Cinema 4D is designed to cater to artists and designers across various disciplines, enabling them to bring their visions to life with precision and flair. With regular ongoing updates and enhancements introducing new tools and significant optimizations that dramatically improve performance, these advancements ensure that users can execute complex projects with greater speed and efficiency.

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Cinema 4D

score Maxon’s dedication to innovation and ensuring workflows are optimized and streamlined. Maxon has unveiled new features that seamlessly integrate and streamline particle simulation and behavior modification, alongside improvements in simulations such as the Connector Object and aerodynamics for more realistic effects.

Key features of Cinema 4D 2024 include the art-directable Pyro system, which allows for the creation of stunningly realistic fire and smoke effects, providing artists with the tools to craft dynamic visuals that were once deemed impossible without external plug-ins. This offers more precise controls for artists to art direct their simulation and ensure it matches their vision. Furthermore, the updated rigid body simulation system introduces a new level of realism in animations, enabling more intricate and believable motion graphics.

The latest updates further under-

In addition, new modeling tools in Cinema 4D 2024 make handling complex tasks a breeze. Cinema 4D now features enhanced integration with Adobe Substance 3D materials, as well as faster and easier file exchange from Cinema 4D to Unreal with the Cineware For Unreal Datasmith Direct Link plug-in. Additional support for beginners saw the introduction of a collection of fully stylized and render-ready scenes designed to serve as a starting point for newcomers to Cinema 4D, providing them with a strong foundation for embarking on their creative endeavors.

Cinema 4D’s versatility and power have found applica-

tions in numerous high-profile projects within the Media & Entertainment sector. From award-winning blockbuster films (https://www. maxon.net/article/ maxon-congratulates-75th-emmy-awards-visual-effects-nominees), VR Shorts (https:// www.maxon.net/ article/creating-thevr-short-ajax-allpowerful) and key television sequences (https://www. maxon.net/article/crafting-a-map-ofmiddle-earth-with-c4d-and-leather) to music videos (https://www.maxon.net/ article/the-starlit-world-of-weezer) and anamorphic billboards (https://www. maxon.net/article/going-down-therabbit-hole-in-3d), professionals rely on Cinema 4D to deliver cutting-edge visual effects that captivate audiences worldwide. Its ability to handle complex simulations and renderings efficiently makes it an indispensable tool for studios looking to push the envelope in visual storytelling.

The software’s intuitive interface and dynamic palettes ensure that both novice and seasoned professionals can harness their full potential without a steep learning curve. Continuous updates, like those seen in the latest releases, reflect Maxon’s dedication to staying ahead of industry demands and technological advancements.

HELIOS LED Processing Platform and 100G ST 2110 Input Module

The HELIOS® LED Processing Platform, pioneered by Megapixel as the first LED Processor capable of native SMPTE ST 2110 and the industry’s first 8K platform. Showcased at the 2024 NAB Show was an optional 100G QSFP fiber input module for HELIOS. The module expands upon the platform’s existing upgradeable input capabilities that include HDMI, SDI, DisplayPort and 10G ST 2110. Many of Megapixel’s studio and

production partners have been excited about migrating to SMPTE 2110 but have waited for trusted partners to offer a pre-tested ecosystem. Now there is direct out-of-the-box compatibility with multiple third parties.

The 100G capability is underpinned by Megapixel’s constant strive for innovation in the LED processing and data distribution space. The module allows HELIOS to ingest up to 8K60 12-bit

natively or 4x 4K60 enabling ultra-large canvas sizes. Because HELIOS is bandwidth driven, rather than raster-driven, non-standard canvas sizes are supported, such as 16K x 2K and even 32K x 1K making HELIOS an obvious choice for broadcast applications that require high uptime LED displays and rock-solid system reliability as standard.

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MIMIR, PART OF FONN GROUP

Mimir

Mimir stands out in the cloud production and media asset management sector by offering a cloud-native solution enhanced with AI for PAM, DAM and MAM, unified into a single, intuitive workflow. This platform revolutionizes the accessibility and management of all content forms — live, near-live and archived — through AI-driven metadata enrichment, facilitating broad remote collaboration. Its continuous delivery model ensures weekly updates to customer systems, effectively minimizing downtime. Key innovations include the Mimir Cutter for precise sequence editing, advanced sharing workflows and substantial improvements in content transfer speeds.

Mimir’s unique proposition lies in integrating AI-driven metadata enrichment with cloud-native scalability, delivering a comprehensive solution for live cloud video production, media asset management and collaboration. This approach represents a significant leap in managing and accessing media content across global boundaries,

emphasizing operational efficiency and enhanced collaboration. The SaaS model supports weekly and sometimes daily updates, reducing the need for downtime or extensive upgrade projects. With around 30 updates introduced monthly, Mimir demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous enhancement and customer support.

The platform supports many features, including live ingest, editing of growing files, deep metadata search, and seamless integration with major newsroom computer systems (NRCS) and nonlinear editing systems (NLEs) like Adobe Premiere Pro. The introduction of the Mimir Cutter improved sharing workflows and accelerated content transfers, leveraging Amazon’s transfer infrastructure to respond to the industry’s demands for speed and efficiency. Further updates, such as customizable actions, a new subtitle workflow, and a nuanced metadata tree structure, address diverse media production needs.

Mimir’s innovation is not solely technological; it fundamentally changes how organizations access, manage and collaborate on content. Its cloud-native foundation and AI capabilities are game-changers, ensuring content is intelligently organized and searchable. The commitment to continuous improvement and the global impact of leveraging cloud technology and AI for a collaborative working environment highlight Mimir’s role as a catalyst for change in the media industry. Introducing the Mimir Cutter and enhancements in sharing and transfer speeds are notable advancements, improving workflow efficiency and fostering collaboration.

For its groundbreaking technology integration, rapid customer base growth and significant contributions to global media collaboration and efficiency, Mimir exemplifies innovation and excellence in media management, making it a worthy contender for recognition.

MOMENTS LAB (FORMERLY NEWSBRIDGE) MXT-1.5

Following the 2023 launch of MXT-1, Moments Lab’s MXT-1.5 multimodal and generative AI indexing models significantly enhance video content producers’ workflows with new features including Sequences Detection and Automatic Sound Bites. The cutting-edge technology transforms how media, sports and entertainment organizations interact with their vast audiovisual libraries. MXT-1.5 excels at accurately analyzing, understanding and indexing video content at scale, enabling users to search for and find the exact moments they need in seconds.

The technology significantly enhances productivity for content producers by drastically reducing the time spent sourcing key video segments required for storytelling. It serves a wide range of organizations and users, including broadcasters, production companies and sports rightsholders, content managers and producers. These professionals benefit from MXT-1.5’s ability to streamline production workflows and media asset management, empowering them to scale content creation and generate new revenue streams.

What truly sets MXT-1.5 apart from other technologies on the market is the approach taken to indexing — describing shots the way humans intuitively search for them.

MXT-1.5 has several innovative new features:

Sequences Detection automatically groups editorially relevant shots for an act-by-act overview of a video — even when there is no audio. This improves search result relevancy and enables users to build narratives more efficiently.

Automatic Sound Bites identifies compelling quotes within videos, allowing content creators to discover impactful audio clips to inspire new story angles and content without the need to review

entire videos or transcripts.

Media Topic Categorization automates the classification of videos into overarching topics or themes defined by the user, streamlining the content management process.

The most remarkable aspect of MXT1.5 is its unmatched accuracy. Video scene descriptions generated by the platform are 87.5% more accurate than other open-source vision language models. This level of precision ensures that media organizations can quickly pinpoint the most relevant moments from their extensive media libraries, facilitating the creation of more compelling and monetizable content.

The benefits of MXT-1.5 are multifaceted. By reducing content sourcing times by up to 70%, the technology enables organizations to find the exact moments they need in seconds, significantly enhancing productivity. Intelligent media sorting and editorial insights, powered by advanced AI indexing models, make it easier for users to access

the most relevant content from their media libraries. MXT-1.5’s automation of time-consuming tasks like content classification enables media managers to focus on more strategic and creative endeavors, improving workflows and reducing operational costs.

MXT-1.5’s Sequences Detection and Sound Bites features empower content creators to tell more engaging stories. These tools enable users to build narratives more efficiently and incorporate attention-grabbing audio clips, improving the quality and impact of their output.

MXT-1.5 represents a significant leap forward in multimodal and generative AI-powered video indexing and content management technology. Its unique features and benefits directly address the pressing needs of the media, sports and entertainment industries, enabling them to manage and monetize their audiovisual content more effectively while enhancing productivity and storytelling capabilities.

DRS™Nova V6.0 With MTai FrameGen

MTai FrameGen harnesses the power of generative AI to recreate missing frames from jump cuts and black slugs, providing restoration capabilities unmatched by other image-based cleanup tools. This innovative addition, combined with existing DRS™Nova tools for Paint, Dewarping and Deflicker, empowers artists to achieve unprecedented levels of precision and quality through the use of AI in their restoration projects. Additionally, DRS™Nova V6.0 introduces a host of other advanced features, including:

• Waveform Measurement Tool: Featuring an RGB parade to measure code values and NITs, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in restoration workflows.

• Improved Gate Hair Tool: Analyzes camera motion for each shot and offers sophisticated inpainting and temporal algorithms for tracking and fixing gate hairs.

• Enhanced Stabilization: Offers manual or automated tools to repair jitter, gate weave, splice bumps and other stabilization issues with the Auto-Stabilize tool leveraging camera motion analysis for optimal results.

• Debris Filters: Shine and AutoFilter automatically detect and repair dust and defects, while Shine provides superior technology for dirt and fleeting scratch replacements.

• Improved Bookmark Events: Simplifies the process of adding a Bookmarkevent. Allows for the bookmarking of a single frame or range of frames with comments, user-defined instructions and thumbnails.

• Plus more award-winning DRS™No-

va tools: Scratch Repair, Paint, Grain and Aperture adjustments, Sync Masks, QC tools and Virtual Timecodes.

“We were thrilled to unveil DRS™Nova V6.0 featuring MTai FrameGen at the NAB Show,” said Larry Chernoff, CEO of

MTI FILM. “This release represents a leap forward in television and film restoration, empowering artists with unprecedented AI tools and capabilities to elevate the quality and efficiency of their work.”

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MULTIDYNE MDoG Series

The MultiDyne MDoG Series offers two modular OpenGear solutions that help customers build stronger bridges between the SDI and IP worlds. The MDoG Series includes SMPTE ST 2110 network interface and low-latency JPEG-XS codec modules to efficiently manage uncompressed and compressed signals as they move between legacy systems and IP networks, with full redundancy to optimize performance. Both products offer multichannel and bidirectional conversion between SDI and ST 2110 as signals move on and off networks.

The MDoG Series was developed to fulfill critical needs for broadcasters and media businesses as they navigate living in two disparate worlds. MultiDyne’s series brings harmony to the situation by unifying these two worlds through seamless interconnection. MultiDyne’s thoughtful engineering packs many pertinent features required for seamlessly moving SDI legacy signals to and from ST 2110 IP networks onto space-saving openGear cards.

MDoG-6060 ST 2110 IP Gateways are available in multiple I/O configurations for 3G-SDI (3x3, 6x2 and 2x6) and 12G-SDI (1x1, 2x0 and 0x2) systems. Each configuration offers two 25 GB network

interfaces to support redundant transport streams, strengthened through SMPTE ST 2022-7 compliance. The ST 2022-7 standard provides hitless merge functionality, which means that the two network streams will borrow packets from each other to maintain signal integrity as they move through the network. This ensures that streams are repaired along their journeys, and arrive reassembled and intact upon reaching their destinations.

Each channel within MDoG-6060 ST 2110 Gateway processes one video, 16 audio and one ANC data flow, and SDI signals are frame-synced within the module. MultiDyne has also incorporated NMOS workflows for in-band control and configuration, while allowing openGear’s DashBoard application direct access to remote monitoring functions and firmware upgrades.

The MDoG-6061 JPEG-XS codec module addresses the need for high-density signal transport in modern workflows where uncompressed transport isn’t yet a reality. The MDoG-6061 JPEG-XS encoders and devices support low-latency compression or decompression of up to two channels of 12G-DSI, with the added benefit of ST 2022-7 redundan-

cy over dual 10 GB network interfaces. Offering a module to support JPEG-XS compression is highly valuable as broadcast and production teams increasingly navigate hybrid operations. SDI signals are uncompressed, and the ST 2110 suite of standards is structured to support uncompressed workflows. While this provides the same broadcast-quality video resolutions that broadcasters have long valued in the SDI world, uncompressed transport over IP networks is simply not a viable option for everyone today. Throughput is limited; for example, a broadcaster working with a 25G ST 2110 pipe has bandwidth for two uncompressed transport streams.

JPEG-XS compression establishes 20 times the efficiency over that pipe, using a fraction of the bandwidth with no noticeable latency of loss of visual quality. The optimized bandwidth usage translates to much lower costs for broadcasters, while content creators benefit from the codec’s low latency encoding and decoding capabilities for their live productions. This solution essentially allows broadcasters to deliver the same experience as with SDI. FOR MORE INFO

MWARETV

TV Platform With Integrated No Code App Builder

The MwareTV TV Management system (TVMS) is a comprehensive platform, giving the network operator all the functionality they need to set up, run and monetize a sophisticated streaming service. Everything is included from storage and asset management to delivery; scheduling to commercials insertion; subscriber registration to marketing.

From the consumer point of view, they need to access the service on whichever device they choose to use at that moment, whether it is a handheld, a computer or a smart TV. It should be tempting and engaging, drawing the user into the service, showing what content is available across the whole bouquet, encouraging them to explore further and get even more from the programming on offer. It must also make it easy to manage subscriptions, upselling where appropriate and ensuring that retention and renewal is simple and certain.

This used to be an expensive and time-consuming blockage. Now, MwareTV has completely eliminated the block, by providing a simple, absolutely code-free way to design your perfect user experiences. You simply drag and drop the graphics elements, functionality buttons and text into place with the underlying software making all the connectivity work.

The MwareTV App Builder provides drag-and-drop app creation for all the common platforms, including iOS, Android, AndroidTV, TVOS, FireTV, WebOS, Tizen, KaiOS, Roku, WebTV and will soon support the Lightning Framework. It includes starter templates, but absolutely everything is completely customizable with nine menu types, 33 home page widgets and a practically unlimited num-

ber of setups.

The MwareTV App Builder is a completely intuitive yet powerful no code development tool, incorporated within the TVMS environment. It allows the operator to create precisely the physical and functional design of apps and web browser clients to meet their needs, with absolutely free control over the branding and layout.

And, because it is an integral part of the MwareTV TVMS platform, there is no need for complicated connectivity and integration efforts. Build the app and it connects directly and simply into the management system. There is no faster way to create a complete, truly end-to-end streaming service to attract and retain subscribers.

The platform is completely

cloud-hosted. A fully working proof-ofconcept service can be up and running in half a day; the full service online in a week or two. MwareTV can even provide fully licensed media and channels to take away the perceived challenges of negotiating with content owners. And because it is cloud-hosted, it is infinitely and instantly scalable, with hosting costs directly linked to revenues so you pay as you grow.

MwareTV transforms the way rich streaming services are built, maintained and delivered, by abstracting the technology from the operation. A key part of that is the App Builder that is embedded in the software solution. It extends the simple, intuitive, no-coding approach all the way to the consumer experience.

UHD Pro XF+ is a video wall display and control platform combination that represents the world’s first PANTIONE™ Validated and PANTONE SkinTone™ Validated dvLED wall. For industries like broadcast, where color fidelity and authentic skin tone reproduction are essential, this display moves the industry forward by leaps and bounds to the authentic color reproduction intended by content creators.

Utilizing the world’s most sophisticated European-manufactured components and advanced processing technologies, UHD Pro XF+ gained the prestigious honor in February 2024 of being named the world’s first and only PANTONE Validated and SkinTone Validated display. This validation ensures the dvLED display colors are reproduced with the same precious standards demanded in other forms of media, such as print, photography or textiles.

Pantone Color Scientists and Product Marketing Representatives made the formal announcment and presentation to Neoti at the NAB Show.

The display and controller are engineered by the same engineering team, resulting in harmonious and seamless integration. The LED display encompasses not only the breadth of the color spectrum, but also the length of time it holds the gamma, meaning authentic color and uniformity is reproduced on the display in the exact expectation of the design, and for the life of the display.

Here are the key differentiators:

1. MAXBIT Technology — Pushing the limits of LED performance, Maxbit can achieve up to 26-bit color depth for the most lifelike performance available in LED.

2. Immersive 3D — Utilizing precise 3D adjustment capabilities, dark time sync, and maximum refresh rates to reduce eye

UHD Pro XF+

strain, the UHD Pro XF+ series allows for extended viewing without eye fatigue.

3. Multi-Image Framesync — Expand XR or video shoot capabilities by syncing multiple cameras to multiple, simultaneous input sources, significantly reducing studio time.

4. Extremely Low Latency — For on-camera and fast-motion applications, the UHD Pro XF+ series outperforms the competition with lifelike true motion performance.

5. TAA Compliant — This product exceeds TAA compliancy; all logic and memory components, the controller and the entire display system are engineered with the highest regard for security at all stages of data transmission.

6. PANTONE Validated — The Pantone Validated Testing Program has the highest level of brand awareness of any color program globally. The testing goes beyond

color fidelity to also test grayscale, color workflow and overall color experience for the device. The testing involves monitoring real-world applications, in addition to measuring the color themselves on the device. The color performance of the device must deliver consistently over time to earn this designation. UHD Pro XF+ is the FIRST and ONLY dvLED to achieve Pantone Validation for color authenticity. With TFC, broadcasters can shift their focus from keeping pace with the changing technological landscape to producing compelling content. Its intuitive design ensures seamless transitions between productions, maximizing productivity and enabling broadcasters to cover more events while maintaining a consistent production environment. The platform’s ability to optimize resource utilization translates into substantial monetary savings, empowering broadcasters to invest in core areas of their operations.

TFC Broadcast Control Platform

TFC is a scalable unified technology platform that uses software to make using IP 2110 infrastructure in a broadcast environment easy and intuitive. The platform comprises several core components that can be scaled to meet a client’s needs. These include a broadcast controller, a dedicated software-defined networking (SDN) solution, and a DIVA solution for monitoring/proactively managing signal flow between connected devices.

TFC offers broadcasters unmatched efficiency, consistency and significant monetary savings in managing production configurations for multiple shows through connected production facilities.

The latest update to TFC includes the addition of Ephemeral Productions and Resource Manager features. These new features add to TFC’s existing offering and increase the value that TFC is able to deliver in a production environment:

• Efficiency — TFC’s intuitive interface streamlines production setup changes, reducing downtime between shows.

• Consistency — TFC ensures that every production, regardless of the facilities being used, adheres to the same high standards and workflows. By centralizing core settings and preferences, it guarantees uniformity in graphics, audio, video quality and more.

• Optimization — TFC optimizes the utilization of shared resources across different shows, which reduces the need for additional hardware and associated maintenance. Moreover, the enhanced efficiency leads to reduced labor expenses, as fewer staff members are required to handle setup changes.

TFC’s latest update, which was released on May, 5 2023, included a pair of new features that help broadcasters improve efficiency and maximize the utilization of connected resources:

• Ephemeral Productions — An industry exclusive, Ephemeral Productions allow production teams to create short-lived productions that make use of “fixed” or shared resources (i.e. from a data center). This templatized approach significantly streamlines production setup (reducing downtime between shows) and provides a consistent production environment, regardless of the facilities being used.

• Resource Manager — The Resource Manager identifies

locations and whether devices and flows are “fixed” in those locations. (As some devices are split up across multiple locations, it’s possible to link the same device to multiple locations. In the same service, flows can be linked to devices that are linked to PCRs.)

These updates allow all production teams to seamlessly configure any TFC-enabled facility (including mobile units and connected production hubs) for multiple shows in a matter of minutes; removing cumbersome setup with preset templates that save time, optimize resource allocation, and shift focus from technology to producing compelling content.

M4350 Managed Switches

Let’s face it. Configuring a network switch for multicast AV, especially SMPTE ST 2110, is not easy. You shouldn’t have to to go school or read a 100-page manual to be able to configure your switch. NETGEAR AV has directly addressed this problem with the unique NETGEAR AV OS™ allowing certified, reliable and consistent profiles for any type of AV over IP.

NETGEAR AV’s line of switches is purpose-built for AV. The M4250 series hit the market and have taken it by storm for many types of AV over IP. However, an enterprise-class of switching with redundant power supplies and support for SMPTE ST 2110 was still needed.

NETGEAR has not simply made a dumb switch that “speaks AV,” but rather kept the robust networking they have been known for over 25 years and added a new OS option for AV configuration. This groundbreaking way of configuring a switch not only makes it easier for AV people to set up a switch, but even for the advanced networking professional, it guarantees a consistent application of settings across the network. That is some great peace of mind.

The M4350 switches represent hours of conversations with actual customers and hours of engineering and testing to

ensure they are ready for the rock-solid performance required in broadcasting environments. And these switches are made for the AV/broadcast equipment distribution channel and not sold on the NETGEAR.com store.

Plus, NETGEAR offers free network design, configuration and troubleshooting with a dedicated team of AV Networking staff engineers via simple email. These queries are ticketed and responded to within two hours, worldwide.

In summary, it’s the dedication of NETGEAR to the whole AV industry that makes these switches winners.

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NETWORK MONITORING

CloudRider

The CloudRider is a novel new solution to continuously evaluate and discover the network path and network challenging impacting the video stream as it passes through the network. unlike standard IT tools that sample the network health once every few seconds, the CloudRider runs along side with the video stream, and reporting the network issues such as packet loss, jitter, latency changes, RTT and more.

This is a patent-pending technology

allows broadcast and IT team to have a better insight into the network problems, trends and allow them to better mange, plan and address issues head on.

The CloudRider replaces manual testing that are done when working in a ‘monitoring by exception’ mode, instead the information is gathered at 1-10ms accuracy allowing the users to detect transient events that might not be reported by standard IT tools, but are clear and present on ETR 290 or

Multiviewers. More over the solution includes test and measurement tools to create synthetic video traffic for testing new service providers, locations, stadiums and venues. This way it save on equipment delivery, skilled manpower and travel expenses. Furthermore, the cloudrider allows the user to track specific flows from source to destination for better tracing and comparison.

NewsCaster Compose

NewsMaker Systems showed NewsCaster Control and NewsCaster Compose in its booth at the NAB Show. Both systems were demonstrated controlling the BlackMagic ATEM and Viz TriCaster switchers.

NewsCaster Control is our full Stylebased automation system, using MOS to communicate with broadcast Newsroom Computer Systems. NewsCaster Compose is a multi-user system for rundown and script creation, now fully integrated with our Style-based production automation system.

Newsroom Computer Systems were created to provide show producers with two important sets of functions. They are comprehensive show timing and the ability for a single person to manage the entire production. MOS further extended that control so changes made by the producer in the NRCS would then automatically be reflected by all production devices.

The NRCS rundown is used prior to show production to estimate the time of each element so the Producer can determine if there is too much or too little material. This information allows the show to be organized to fit within the given amount of time. During show production, elements are retimed based upon how long they actually took. This gives the producer information on when individual events need to be started in order to finish on time. Armed with this timing information, the producer can make changes while on-air to adjust the elements to fit within the remaining time.

When the NRCS was invented news show production involved multiple pieces of equipment, operated by multiple people. Originally the producer would verbally tell all of the staff when

a change was being made so that they could make corresponding adjustments to their devices. With the creation of automation and MOS, the actions taken by the producer could be automatically performed by all of the controlled devices. This enabled control room staffing to be reduced.

Style-based automation added the ability to specify a sequence of Production Switcher commands, control video playback, as well as graphics loading instructions. This reduced the workload of the switcher operator even further and decreased the technical experience required to operate a show.

NewsCaster Compose contains the rundown management and script editing portion of a Newsroom Computer System and is tightly integrated with the Style-based automation used by our NRCS customers.

Newsroom Computer Systems have many functions and cost

significant amounts of money. Stylebased News Production Systems are even more expensive. NewsCaster Compose includes both in a single product. This system is priced to be affordable to smaller production studios so they can have the production control and staff savings afforded by bigger systems.

The reasons why a content producer might want to consider NewsCaster Compose are:

* They want to organize multiple shows in advance of live production

* They want to organize the timing before and/or manage the timing during live production

* They want to produce using full automation to minimize staffing levels and the skills required by the system operator

REMI can offer productions many different benefits: It allows production teams to collaborate from anywhere in the world, reducing the need for large on-site crews and expensive equipment rentals. This flexibility can lead to significant cost savings while also expanding the pool of available talent that can be tapped into.

Remote production also reduces the carbon footprint of productions by limiting travel and on-site operations. Additionally, the decentralized nature of remote workflows can enhance resiliency, as teams can continue to operate even in the face of local disruptions. But until now, tier one quality REMIs were out of reach for many productions. UFC and 10TX, the live event division of Nextologies, have created a partnership, powered by the technology from Nextologies, that has changed all that.

NEXTOLOGIES AirXFiber

when 10TX by Nextologies assisted UFC in a 12-path REMI, live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena back to UFC APEX’s Broadcast Operations Center (BOC) and out to the world.

In late 2023, 10TX by Nextologies launched their Las Vegas-based AirXFiber system, which, when used in concert with Nextologies’ ultra-low latency edge appliances, can provide audio, video and data to and from the Broadcast Operations Center (BOC) at UFC APEX over the wireless fiber connectivity. The AirXFiber system passed its first critical test in December 2023

Using AirXFiber and Nextologies’ Qframe encoding/decoding solution, 10TX is able to achieve as low as 150 millisecond round trip transmission latency. UFC production crew, utilizing the tier one UFC APEX BOC, were able to achieve a ~400 millisecond round trip REMI production that included 20 total signal flows (12 primary and eight active secondary). This workflow allowed the

crew to deliver flawless content effortlessly between UFC APEX BOC and the MGM Grand Garden Arena.

“With the 10TX team on premises at UFC APEX, we have access to an onsite solution that can help us solve challenges with technology and take advantage of new opportunities as they arise,” said Tim O’Toole, senior vice president, Event Production. “This is a major evolution, and we’re proud to be setting the path for the future of remote broadcasting. But more importantly, we are excited to offer producers of all events in Las Vegas the same opportunity to benefit from our facility and this advanced solution.”

In Q4 of 2023, 10TX/Nextologies opened a Network Operations Center (NOC) at UFC APEX, allowing UFC APEX and 10TX team to offer innovative broadcast solutions for other productions.

The AirXFiber network can cover upwards of 50 miles + radius from the Las Vegas strip, which opens up a wide range of possibilities for events that want to evolve and expand their signal delivery, enabling tier one quality for any event, as well as virtually limitless production and remote options.

White-Label FAST App

Linear TV and FAST channels are changing the way audiences stream TV. We help content providers and broadcasters launch their branded apps across CTV devices like Samsung Tizen, LG WebOS and Android TV using our White-Label FAST App. The White Label product is invented for a FAST provider to be able to go D2C in a quick and cost-efficient matter.

CDN Balancer — Active Switching

NPAW’s Active Switching multi-CDN technology allows video streaming providers to automatically switch between CDNs mid-stream to ensure a superior viewer experience and optimize costs. It selects the optimal CDN for each chunk of video, bypassing outages and avoiding CDNs that are not meeting quality and business goals. Whether the goal is to select the most cost-effective CDN endpoint that guarantees a minimum video quality or to choose the fastest CDN endpoint to enhance user experience, Active Switching provides the solution.

One of the key differentiators of Active Switching is its unique user-centric approach. Unlike traditional methods that rely on centralized estimations, Active Switching operates on the enduser side. It measures what the end-user is experiencing in real time, providing a more accurate assessment of real-time conditions. This allows for immediate adjustments and optimizations based on actual user conditions, ensuring an optimal streaming experience and enhancing user satisfaction and retention.

The performance of CDNs can vary significantly over time due to factors such as load, congestion and peering.

These fluctuations can affect each user differently, leading to inconsistent experiences. Active Switching cuts through these ups and downs, selecting the fastest endpoint for every chunk of video and user. It can optimize for costs or other business rules, ensuring the selected CDN meets your pre-established target video quality.

Active Switching is designed with ease of integration in mind. It can be seamlessly integrated into any video streaming application with minimal code changes and requires no modification to the CDNs being used by the customers. This flexibility makes Active Switching a highly versatile tool, compatible with a wide range of applications and systems.

The implementation of Active Switching has yielded impressive results. It has led to a 77% reduction in buffer ratio, a 93% decrease in startup error, and a 56% reduction in playback stalls. These statistics highlight the significant improvements in user experience and system efficiency that Active Switching can deliver. The impact is even higher the higher the concurrency rate.

Active Switching can be used in a variety of use cases. It can

help meet CDN providers’ commitments, control traffic output, and manage budgets. It can also reduce costs without sacrificing quality or availability by assigning traffic to untested or lower-cost CDNs from tier-2 and tier-3 providers. Active Switching turns these options into risk-free no-brainers. You can also define your multi-CDN strategy based on content type, prioritizing the video quality for high availability content such as launches or live events and ensuring a smooth performance.

Additionally, Active Switching allows you to activate WebRTC to divert traffic to nearby peers, acting as an additional CDN and taking on traffic at no cost whenever it can maintain your desired video quality. This reduces costs by offloading traffic from your CDNs.

Active Switching also helps control infrastructure costs by outsourcing excess demand. Traditionally, telecoms have built networks for peak demand, which leads to underutilized capacity at high baseline costs. Active Switching offloads peak traffic to public CDNs, eliminating this need.

The Challenge Customers Face

Traditional storage solutions are sold based on capacity rather than workflow requirements. This requires customers to either overprovision to get the critical features they require that fully support their smaller yet advanced workflows, or forgo capabilities altogether with a cheaper investment that has less performance and thus longevity for the business as it grows. The traditional storage solution models also don’t support the ebbs and flows of project-based workloads that need to scale up or down depending on current and future needs.

The Game-Changing Approach/ Technology

With Atlas, OpenDrives is introducing the industry’s first “elastic storage” model that enables customers to invest in infrastructure in a whole new way.

Atlas is a software-defined storage platform that leverages an ecosystem of third-party hardware and enables customers to configure their storage according to their specific creative workflows rather than storage size. This game-changing approach delivers outstanding flexibility and usability in a configuration right-sized for small to mid-size infrastructures and budgets — customers can expand and reconfigure as needs change while preserving initial budgets and maximizing ROI over a longer timeframe.

Why Is This a Winner?

Atlas underscores the freedom customers need to build and alter their on-premise, cloud or hybrid storage solutions based on actual workflow demands. It marks a significant shift from conventional storage investment strategies that do not take into account the ebbs and flows associated with proj-

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ect-based work.

Efficacy and performance are built into the Atlas software platform. Customers can configure the software platform according to their unique creative workflows rather than being forced to overinvest in predetermined hardware/software packages to get certain capabilities. They already have what they require.

As industry standards and demands evolve, Atlas gives customers the flexibility to stay relevant — winning more projects and/or performing at the required level.

Value Is in the Platform, Not the Hardware

Atlas offers a highly performant solution, pretuned for content creation, automating internal data management and removing technological barriers to creativity. The platform is a standout for its interoperability and interconnectivity of applications, data and end-users. This is made possible through OpenDrives’ laser-

focused development on the core engine, unique approach to containerization, REST API and automation.

Atlas consumes only what is necessary in terms of power and compute. With customers configuring the platform to their needs, they rightsize the software footprint. It’s a much more sustainable alternative to the unnecessary consumption of preconfigured/overprovisioned traditional models.

Atlas is an open architecture that optimizes the performance of third-party hardware. It can be deployed on-premise, in the cloud or as a hybrid configuration.

The Atlas platform provides customers with a business model that significantly lowers their costs while simultaneously delivering what they require for their business. With Atlas, combined with outstanding customer services, OpenDrives ensures long-term ROI by continuously delivering new features and functions without additional charges.

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KC200L1 KAIROS Core

Panasonic Connect’s KAIROS, an IT/IP live video production platform, streamlines production workflows with its innovative CPU/GPU architecture and software that maximizes video processing capacity and utilization with just one frame processing delay. Productions enjoy the flexibility to deliver content from various video and graphical sources to multiple screens and streams. Used across broadcast studios and the streaming of live sports and concerts, KAIROS virtualizes traditional switcher functions.

KAIROS is equipment-agnostic with fully-customizable multiviewer functionality, providing users the ability to harness as many inputs, sources or external devices needed to bring creative visions to life. Unlike traditional switchers, KAIROS has no fixed limits on the number of M/Es

and keyers. Its layer-based approach lets users build a system that adapts to their creativity, like creating a unique output for any aspect ratio with the exact resolution of their display, or perfectly blending a multi-projection system. Along with immersive visuals, KAIROS uses Secure Reliable Transport Protocols and Real-Time Messaging Protocols to streamline hybrid, in-person, and remote workflows. KAIROS also natively supports ST 2110 IP connectivity for unparalleled input/output flexibility. This gives users an intuitive layer-based interface for powerful content creation and simplifies connections to Panasonic’s ST 2110-compatible cameras, such as the AW-UE30 PTZ and the AKPLV100 Cinelive studio camera.

In addition to producing content for live TV, broadcast studios need to

develop content for streaming platforms and social channels. Live production workflows have also grown more complex as venues incorporate more visual LED wall content for a dynamic audience experience.

The KAIROS live video production platform has always been ideal for these environments, and with the KC200L1’s launch at the 2024 NAB Show, more production teams can benefit from it. The KC200L1 allows SDI-centric customers in education, rental and staging, and corporate environments to take advantage of the highly scalable, CPU/GPU-based video production platform. Meeting customers at their current SDI workflows, the KC200L1 also future-proofs productions, opening the door for expansion into IP in the coming years.

PERIFERY

Intelligent Content Engine (ICE)

Perifery’s Intelligent Content Engine (ICE) is a software platform that leverages AI agents and advanced AI models to manage, organize and curate media content such as images, videos, audio files, documents and other multimedia assets. Acting as an AI Media Content Librarian, ICE examines, understands and catalogues every file within its view. It automatically categorizes, organizes, and understands media assets based on the content itself regardless of the existence of any traditional metadata.

ICE’s simple conversational interface enables users to find and retrieve media files through simple natural language requests. Results are found based on having an understanding of the content as well as a record of all of the objects, scenes, people or text found within the image or video. This intelligent content recognition technique helps users quickly find relevant assets based on content rather than relying on metadata. It improves searchability and enhances the accuracy of content recommendations. Users can also perform complex searches using natural language queries, filters and contextual information. Clear justifications accompany search results, ensuring users understand why each piece of content matches their query.

ICE understands content — it facilitates content lifecycle management and efficient resource utilization. It works autonomously, going beyond media asset management addressing the challenges of increasing volume and complexity of digital media assets. It also empowers organizations to unlock the full potential of their media assets, enhance collaboration and accelerate content creation and distribution.

ICE is transcending media asset management, making the process of finding content more intelligent, efficient

and adaptive to the evolving needs of organizations managing vast amounts of digital content.

Finding content and assets in vast media libraries presents a formidable challenge for media organizations. Traditional media asset management systems are often challenged by inadequate or inaccurate metadata, leading to persistent organizational inefficiencies.

ICE eliminates the inefficiencies of manual metadata entry, offering an intuitive, conversational interface that understands users requests and retrieves media content based on an understanding of those requests and a comprehensive knowledge of an organization’s complete content library.

Unlike traditional systems that depend heavily on metadata stored in specified fields and traditional structures, which require all searchable metadata to be added by a person or system to a standard database, ICE employs sophisticated

AI agents that analyze, understand and catalog media content autonomously. These agents, powered by cutting-edge AI models, ensure that every piece of content is accessible through a simple conversational interface, delivering precise and relevant search results. The value of ICE lies in its ability to transform vast media libraries into easily navigable resources, streamlining content discovery and enhancing creative workflows.

This combination generates results for any content request with unprecedented accuracy and relevance. This system doesn’t just manage media assets; it understands them. This transformative solution not only enhances operational efficiency but also sets a new industry standard, promising a future where media assets are managed through intelligent, context-aware AI, representing a significant leap forward in content management technology and setting a new benchmark for innovation in the industry.

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Media and entertainment organizations face numerous challenges when managing complex distributed content workflows, whether related to content security, data storage performance, automation, hybrid cloud environments, collaboration or navigating data lock-in scenarios. Companies are increasingly looking for a more global view of their data and efficient ways to manage vast amounts of content. This type of data orchestration in global collaborative environments can set a media company apart from its competition, giving them a new way to unlock complete data freedom.

ngenea® from pixitmedia, a Kalray Company, is a data orchestration platform that simplifies data management and infrastructure challenges and removes the complexity and overhead of data movement. It provides a global view in a centralized way to find, access, monitor, manage, work in and share data assets across diverse and distributed on-prem and cloud storage environments. It enables organizations to derive valuable insights and maximize the value of their data.

By wrapping file, cloud and object storage into a global namespace, ngenea offers media organizations a clear view of their data across their entire storage infrastructure. Retaining the full path and filename structure, users and other applications can easily find and access all data, which serves as a framework for facilitating seamless data collaboration and interoperability with connected systems.

This process also ensures that data requests are directed to the appropriate storage (“right cost”) resources regardless of their location — making data accessible wherever and whenever it is needed, and wherever it resides. With a global namespace, data movement becomes simplified and streamlined.

Users can initiate data transfers or other tasks without needing to manage complex storage configurations or worry about the specific locations of data sources and destinations. To suit different business needs and optimize performance, cost and accessibility, automatic tiering and criteria policies can be implemented to

ensure that data is stored on the most appropriate storage class or tier. This type of dynamic data management and automated tiering continuously monitors data access patterns and adjusts storage placement accordingly.

With its open data management and APIs, organizations have the choice and freedom to embed and integrate ngenea into their existing hardware and applications. With ngenea, there is guaranteed zero data lock-in: eliminating costly data, bandwidth or capacity taxes, per/ TB charges, no proprietary formats, and no vendor lock-in. This ensures 100% user control over data, ensuring organizations know the exact cost to store data and the freedom to choose where it resides.

As data management becomes increasingly more complex, ngenea simplifies workflows, making it easier to find, work on and transport data. ngenea is available with pixstor™, pixitmedia’s software-defined data platform.

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Hive Studio

PTZOptics Hive Studio is a single platform that combines camera control, video production recording and live video switching within an easy-to-use software interface. Empower older-generation cameras with newer abilities like auto-tracking, auto-framing and cinematic quick shots.

Hive Studio’s auto-discovery supports seamless integration with over 400 cam-

era models from renowned brands like Sony, Panasonic, JVC and Canon. With over a decade of pioneering PTZ camera controls, we have reinvented camera control from the ground up. Oversee multiple studios and locations remotely, or share a link with expiring access to your studio for volunteers and selected team members. Real-time color

adjustments and presets for various production environments. Our advanced color matching syncs multiple cameras to a uniform color palette. Record your camera video feeds and switch between live cameras quickly and easily. No need for third-party recording or switching software.

QUANTUM

ActiveScale All-Flash Z200

Quantum’s ActiveScale Z200 All-Flash Object Storage with Cold Storage combines advanced object storage software, high-density all-flash servers and hyperscale tape technology to provide the most advanced solution for data lakes, content repositories and storage clouds with unmatched performance, durability and storage efficiency in a single solution.

The ActiveScale Z200 is a scale-out object storage architecture built for “always available” access and massive scale. Thanks to its innovative design

and all-flash support ActiveScale can now deliver up to 5X greater throughput (GBps) and up to 9X more transactions (objps) to power high throughput ingest, processing and analytics, AI pipelines, NoSQL databases, and content aggregation at massive scale.

The Z200 is the industry’s only object storage architected for both active and cold data, uniquely capable as a massive data lake, storage cloud, or archive at up to 80% lower cost than alternatives. Its high

throughput ingest and unique ability to process and densely store metadata in flash for hundreds of billions of objects stored in the cold storage tier dramatically reduces footprint and cost. With fast, easy access through S3 Glacier interfaces, objects are easily restored in bulk within minutes (not hours or days) for additional analysis, model recalibration, content remonetization and playout and more.

Introducing QuickLink StudioPro, a revolutionary easy-to-use live video production system, incorporating the latest cutting-edge technology. This state-of-the-art platform is the premier choice for corporations, education, houses of worship and government agencies seeking seamless integration of audio and video in real time. With an astounding one-frame delay, QuickLink StudioPro ensures flawless synchronization between stage speakers and large projected screens or video walls.

The core of the QuickLink StudioPro’s design is its simple and intuitive user interface, which can be customized to accommodate users of all skill levels. This powerful platform empowers users to effortlessly capture and integrate unlimited cameras, microphones, videos, NDI sources and remote guests into their productions. The built-in QuickLink StudioEdge technology takes remote guest integration to unprecedented heights by utilizing AI technology and offering a high degree of remote control over production elements.

QuickLink StudioPro not only prioritizes ease-of-use but also enables creators to produce breathtaking, professional-quality live streams and productions without the need for extensive training. Designed for both large-scale and intimate broadcasts, this platform ensures that your content remains on-brand and unforgettable to your audience.

It allows for broadcasting to multiple physical, digital and social destinations, supporting multi-aspect ratio output simultaneously. Whether you’re streaming in 16:9, 9:16, 21:9, 4:3 or 1:1, QuickLink StudioPro has you covered, ensuring your content is perfectly tailored for any platform or medium. With support for up to 8K UHD workflows at 60fps and the latest 12G-SDI technology, QuickLink StudioPro leads the way in video production technology.

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maintaining a professional production, and QuickLink StudioPro excels in this regard. It supports ASIO audio devices over IP and offers advanced audio mixing capabilities, allowing for precise tuning of audio to perfection. The platform’s AI-driven advanced noise reduction, echo cancellation and Studio Audio features ensure crystal-clear audio quality, enhancing the overall production value.

QuickLink StudioPro utilizes AI technology from NVIDIA Maxine, which enhances production quality and efficiency. Features such as Eye Contact, Artifact Reduction and Auto Framing contribute to a polished and professional presentation, ensuring presenters and guests look sharp and engaged.

The intuitive design of the platform extends to its physical control panels, providing a tactile and responsive experience that can be customized to fit any production setup. With remote control capabilities, seamless operation from

any global location is possible, highlighting the platform’s flexibility and adaptability to various production environments. Integration with virtually any video conferencing platform, including Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype and more, allows for easy collaboration with experts, interviews and guest speakers from around the world.

In conclusion, QuickLink StudioPro exemplifies the remarkable achievements that modern video production platforms can accomplish when ease of use is combined with advanced technology. Its unparalleled one-frame delay ensures that your productions are not only of the highest quality but also deliver a true-to-life experience that will captivate your audience. With QuickLink StudioPro, users gain the power to create unforgettable professional productions without the complexity of legacy systems.

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Quickplay Curator Assistant

The ability to connect viewers with content they love is pivotal to the entertainment experience. At the 2024 NAB Show, Quickplay debuted a new feature of its cloud-native OTT platform that is designed to drive subscriber satisfaction by making the consumer-content connection more powerful than ever.

Quickplay’s new Curator Assistant doubles down on the company’s leadership in Generative AI-powered search, discovery and personalization. After debuting at IBC its Quickplay Media Companion, a tool to expedite viewer discovery of content of interest, Quickplay is arming programmers to make the most thorough search of libraries, resulting in storefront rails that contain more titles that engage consumer interest and can be programmed more quickly.

Curator Assistant dramatically expands the scale and scope of content programming teams’ visibility into available titles, giving them increased power to put the greatest assortment of relevant titles front and center before viewers. It removes limitations placed on programmers by their own or licensed metadata so that they can literally leverage the entire internet, with conversational search, to program their service and drive more discovery opportunities.

Curator Assistant leverages Generative AI to help programmers discover new opportunities to merchandize their content. With Curator Assistant integrated into the Quickplay CMS, programming teams can conversationally engage with the tool to set up rails aligned with topical or seasonal content or passion verticals that address viewers’ personal interests.

Google Vertex AI leverages Large Language Models (LLMs) to return results that tap into a much broader database than traditional metadata tagging. Query results are matched in the Quickplay CMS against available content rights and user profiles, resulting in content presentation

that is both surprising and relevant.

Curator Assistant extends Quickplay’s commitment to optimizing AI-driven search, discovery and personalization.

Media Companion’s debut at IBC put conversational interaction directly into the hands of viewers by using LLMs to provide deeper insights into content libraries.

Curator Assistant empowers programming teams to ensure increased Storefront visibility for topics and titles of interest by:

• Providing a natural language interface for assisted discovery, including catalog browsing, filtering and cross-referencing assets

• Augmenting content metadata with additional insights, including micro-genre descriptors, emotional tags and embeddings to strengthen results

• Determining natural content breakpoints to identify binge markers and adbreaks that can improve usability and expand monetization

• Auto-generating content

rails based on results extracted from the catalog and further refining results based on a variety of engagement metrics

• Personalizing content carousels based on individual taste preferences, content analyses, and consumption patterns

Alongside Quickplay’s existing Streaming Analytics and A/B testing framework, these tools help content curators discover novel approaches to maximize audience engagement.

Leveraging generative AI technology, Curator Assistant empowers storefront curators to efficiently search for and identify content using various parameters such as regional popularity, recent top content and ties to major sporting events, along with historical data on content and carousel performance. The curator can instantly promote a tailored list of video content on the home screen in real time, driving vastly improved search, discovery and subscriber satisfaction.

The Rohde & Schwarz TE1 transmitter is a remarkable achievement in broadcast technology. It embodies innovative amplifier architecture, adaptability for new digital services and revenue opportunities, and additionally, it supports environmental sustainability thanks to its highly efficient performance. The TE1’s modular design incorporates unique Rohde & Schwarz Amplifier and Radio Frequency combiner technology, ensuring remarkable efficiency and resilience. This innovative approach results in a transmitter that is at least 15% more energy-efficient than the best current market designs and 40% more efficient compared to the average installed base, signifying substantial energy cost savings.

A key feature of the TE1 is the proven Rohde & Schwarz liquid cooling system. This system effectively dissipates heat from the transmitter to the outside air, eliminating the need for high-powered air conditioning in the machine room. As a result, it greatly reduces power consumption, significantly lowers the carbon footprint, and subsequently leads to notable energy cost savings.

The design of the TE1 addresses broadcasters’ concerns by eliminating single points of failure. It is equipped with intelligent management software for automatic initial optimization and maintains optimal efficiency through self-adaptation over its lifetime. The intelligent control layer enables remote monitoring and management of parameters using a web browser. It generates automatic notifications for any error conditions and reduces the need for onsite transmitter engineers.

Remote management capabilities of the TE1 enable efficient identification and resolution of issues, swift dispatch of spare parts, and planning of regular preventative maintenance. This results in a transmitter that offers superior per-

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formance, minimal need for specialist maintenance, readiness for new digital revenue streams, and an emphasis on sustainability.

In the context of ATSC 3.0, which reaches 75% of U.S. households, the TE1 provides broadcasters with an opportunity to explore new business

avenues and revenue streams through added-value digital services. It caters to broadcasters’ needs for sustainability by reducing energy costs and carbon footprint. It also addresses the easeof-use challenge of securing specialist transmitter RF engineers for broadcast infrastructure maintenance.

Launched at the 2024 NAB Show, the TE1 was developed by Rohde & Schwarz to specifically solve these broadcaster challenges. Fully supporting the ATSC 3.0 specification, it benefits from the company’s extensive experience in high-performance, high-power transmitter design, adding new approaches for increased efficiency and operational simplicity. The power amplification of the TE1 employs an updated Doherty design that significantly boosts energy conversion efficiency. This results in the TE1 being 40% more efficient than current transmitters, representing a major reduction in operational costs and carbon footprint.

The TE1’s intelligent automation and remote monitoring capabilities enhance ease of ownership, from commissioning through the lifetime of the transmitter. Rohde & Schwarz complements this with a fully remote expert monitoring and support service, RMTX (Remote Transmitter Monitoring), ensuring risk mitigation and affordable, predictable ownership costs.

In summary, the TE1 stands out in the market, directly addressing the critical issues faced by broadcasters today: access to digital services, ease of use and sustainability. It is a testament to Rohde & Schwarz’s commitment to innovation, efficiency and forward-thinking solutions in the broadcasting industry.

ROSS VIDEO Artimo

Ross Video introduces Artimo: The Ultimate Free-Roaming Robotic Camera System — an innovative robotic camera system designed to enhance camera mobility and operational efficiency in broadcast production. Combining the versatility of a mobile pedestal with the precision of a dolly, Artimo offers unparalleled flexibility, enabling free movement across the studio floor, either manually or through preprogrammed movements. Its optical positioning system ensures it always knows its location, facilitating fast, accurate and repeatable shots without the need for fixed markers. This capability is crucial for virtual, augmented and extended reality productions, where precise tracking data is essential across the studio floor, either manually or through preprogrammed movements.

Artimo’s design is both practical and aesthetically pleasing, featuring a sleek appearance that blends seamlessly into any studio environment. Its minimal contact area and pliable wheels protect

studio floors from damage, allowing for the incorporation of decorative elements like LED tiles or logos within the studio without concern. The system also has an internal cable management system, enhancing the studio’s visual appeal by keeping spaces tidy and free from clutter.

Offering a significant vertical range, Artimo can achieve dynamic shots from floor level to above head height (2.5m), enabling Artimo to recreate the sweeping, dynamic jib shots that producers and directors crave with a floor speed of 50 cmps so that you never miss an onscreen moment, all while supporting a full payload of broadcast equipment. This functionality, combined with builtin tally lights, a power supply, monitor brackets and a touchscreen display, simplifies setup and maintenance, reducing downtime and ownership costs.

In a market where traditional camera support systems are often restrictive, Artimo stands

out by offering freedom of movement without the need for perfectly flat floors or intrusive infrastructure. Artimo is operational on any hard flooring, including floors with minor cracks, bumps and ridges. When off-air, it can travel over bumps or ridges up to 5mm in height. It addresses the modern studio’s needs for flexibility, aesthetic floor design and efficient cable management, providing a cost-effective solution that enhances production value.

Artimo encapsulates the best features of robotic jibs, dollies, and pedestals, equipped with advanced collision prevention technology and a suspension system that ensures smooth operation on any studio surface.

This combination of features allows studios to employ Artimo’s free-flowing motion to capture the audience’s attention without the need to conceal the equipment, enabling its integration into any set design.

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Media I/O: Revolutionizing Live Capture & Playout Workflows

In a time when content is crucial, the ability to capture, manage and deliver live feeds efficiently sets the stage for unmatched creativity and productivity in the media and broadcast industry. Media I/O, an innovative solution at the forefront of this transformation, has distinguished itself as an adaptable, scalable and user-friendly live recording and playout system.

Empowering Creativity With Speed and Integration

Media I/O redefines the live capture and playout landscape by offering support for a myriad of input sources, workflows, codecs and formats. Media I/O facilitates instant access to live ingest content, seamlessly integrating with post production, media asset management and delivery workflows. Its unique capability to support edit-while-ingest processes fast-tracks production for both logging and editing workflows, enabling creators to harness the speed of live production without compromising on quality or flexibility.

Flexibility and Scalability at Its Core

Media I/O’s innovation is its unparalleled flexibility and scalability, providing a software-based solution that evolves with business goals and workflow needs. From supporting on-premises to cloudbased architectures, Media I/O ensures that engineering departments have the freedom to host solutions in a way that best suits their operational requirements. Its capacity to grow from a single channel to what your environment needs, demonstrates a commitment to meeting the ever-changing demands of the media landscape.

A New Era of User Experience With Aura

The introduction of the Aura web-based interface marks a significant milestone in Media I/O’s journey. This modern, intuitive user interface is packed with powerful new features and functionalities, including a visual scheduler, native MAM integration and a multiviewer with full transport controls. Aura elevates the user experience, making complex tasks more manageable and allowing users to navigate the intricacies of ingest, playout and transcode

demands with unprecedented ease.

Advanced Features for Modern Workflows

Media I/O’s robust feature set, including live capture of diverse sources, channels that support any codec, native integration with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects and Photoshop, IP readiness, pro codec support, signal path control and workflow automation, positions it as a leader in its field. Offering limitless scalability, flexibility and ease of use without imposing user restrictions.

A Shift in Media Production

Media I/O represents a paradigm shift in how live feeds are captured, transcoded and played out, enabling media professionals to focus on what truly matters — creating compelling content. With the integration of the Aura interface expanding its award-winning capabilities, Media I/O stands out as a beacon of innovation in the media and broadcast industry. It is not just a tool, but a partner in the creative process, deserving recognition for its contribution to streamlining and enhancing media production workflows.

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Streamline Pro Video Editor

In an industry where the agility and adaptability of broadcast production tools define the success of media producers, Streamline Pro emerges as a beacon of innovation. Streamline’s new web-based video editor is an innovative feature set to redefine the landscape of broadcast and news production.

The introduction of the web-based video editor for Streamline Pro captures the power, speed and flexibility that Streamline Pro is well-known for. This new platform is a testament to Ross Video’s commitment to enhancing the content creation process, providing an unmatched level of accessibility and convenience to teams around the world.

Gone are the days when high-quality video editing software was confined to studio workstations. The new web-based video editor ensures that regardless of device, teams can access advanced editing tools and content with the simplicity of an internet connection. This crucial development opens a realm of possibilities for

remote collaboration and efficiency, allowing creative ideas to flourish without the constraints of physical studio spaces.

The fast-paced world of broadcast and news demands tools that can keep up with its dynamic nature. With the ability to immediately access studio-grade tools and shared content from anywhere, Streamline Pro Video Editor empowers teams to collaborate more effectively and execute projects with unprecedented speed. This level of advanced collaboration and increased efficiency is ready to set a new standard in the industry.

Streamline Pro’s web-based video editor addresses and eliminates several traditional barriers faced by content creators. There is no longer a need for powerful workstations, file transfers and versioning challenges, multiple licenses, software installations or lengthy training periods. Additionally, the hassle of downtime for updates becomes a thing of the past. Online integrations are seamless,

requiring no extra plugins, streamlining the production process further.

Aligned with Streamline’s belief of providing scalable solutions, this new platform is inherently designed to grow with your organization. Its future-proof nature, combined with flexible licensing options, ensures excellent value for investment. Content creators can now enjoy a solution that not only meets their current needs but also adapts to future demands.

The release of Streamline Pro’s webbased video editor is a large step forward in revolutionizing content creation. By blending unparalleled accessibility with seamless collaboration and efficiency, Streamline Pro is set to empower content creators like never before. This new innovative platform exemplifies Ross Video’s commitment to providing tools that are not just about meeting industry standards but exceeding them, providing products that stay ahead in the competitive media landscape, today and in the future.

Ross Video’s TouchDrive™ TDx Series panels represent a leap forward in production control technology, addressing the critical demands of large, high-pressure live production environments, such as premier sports broadcasts and high-profile entertainment shows. These advanced control panels are designed to meet the unique challenges of these settings, where precision, speed and operator engagement are vital. The TDx Series panels answer a clear market need for more responsive and intuitive control surfaces capable of handling the complexities and rapid pace of today’s live production demands.

A standout feature of both the TDx3 and TDx4 models is their enhanced “ata-glance” visibility, achieved through an innovative design that includes four rows of Source Selection buttons and an additional row of assignable buttons on each control stripe. This layout significantly enhances operators’ ability to quickly recognize the current status and adjust controls as needed, a crucial factor in live production where every second counts. The clear and intuitive interface ensures that operators can respond to live events with unmatched speed and precision, maintaining the flow of production without disruptions.

Designed specifically for the highstakes nature of top-tier sports and entertainment productions, the TDx panels embody the ultimate in operator engagement. Features such as touch-enabled multifunction displays, on-panel dual-menu display and a six-axis joystick with programmable Shotbox buttons, are all tailored to ensure that operators can maintain control and creativity, even under the most intense pressure.

These features underscore the panels’ capability to support the dynamic and demanding requirements of live

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production, facilitating a seamless and error-free broadcast.

The TDx panels offer unprecedented flexibility and customization, courtesy of their additional row of assignable buttons. This feature allows operators to tailor the control surface to meet the specific requirements of each production, enhancing workflow efficiency and effectiveness. Whether it’s adjusting Key/Aux Bus Source assignments or recalling Memory and Custom Controls, the TDx panels provide the granularity of control needed to finetune production elements on the fly, ensuring a broadcast that is both polished and dynamic.

The technological advancements of the TDx panels set them apart in the production control market. With touch-enabled displays, enhanced on-panel controls and ergonomic features, these panels are designed to exceed the expectations of the most

demanding operators. The inclusion of a built-in DashBoard computer for complete configuration and control, along with the flexibility offered by the touch, swipe and gesture controls, highlights the innovative approach to improving operator interaction and efficiency.

The TDx3 and TDx4 panels from TouchDrive™ address a significant market need for advanced production control in large, live production environments. By providing enhanced visibility, unmatched flexibility and a suite of innovative features, these panels ensure that operators can excel in high-pressure situations, delivering a seamless and high-quality production.

The introduction of the TDx Series panels marks a significant milestone in the evolution of production technology, offering solutions that meet and exceed the complex demands of modern live productions.

Ross Video offers an integrated XR virtual LED studio solution that combines LED backdrops, set extensions, AR foreground elements, best-in-class studio control and proven workflows. Our rendering platform, Voyager XR, is powered by Epic Games’ Unreal Engine and Nvidia’s professional Quadro series graphics cards, providing unprecedented rendering quality and performance.

Coupled with Lucid Studio, Ross’ virtual production control software, everything needed to produce state-of-the-art virtual productions is at the user’s fingertips via an intuitive interface.

Voyager XR Offers a Comprehensive Range of Capabilities

End-to-End Solution: Ross provides the rendering platform and control system that allows you to prepare, manage and control extended reality productions throughout every stage of development.

Real-Time Dynamic Shaders: Leveraging Unreal Engine 5.3, users can create lifelike effects, including shadows, light effects, reflections and refractions in both Augmented Reality and Virtual Studio setups.

Unreal Support: Built on Unreal Engine 5.3, Voyager utilizes Nanite for complex geometries and Lumen for global illumination and reflections.

Lucid Studio Integration: Lucid Studio facilitates flexible tracking and camera options, making virtual productions easy without requiring Blueprint scripting.

News Integration: Seamlessly connect Voyager with MOS-based newsroom systems, enabling quick event selection and integration into users’ stories.

Data Integration: Voyager links with the XPression Datalinq server to pull data from external sources for compelling real-time statistics or to show oth-

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er engaging and informative content.

Logic and Scripting: While everything can be operated from Lucid Studio, scripting is still possible using the node-based Unreal Blueprint Visual Scripting system.

Harnessing the renowned Unreal Game Engine from Epic Games, the Voyager XR graphics rendering platform enables users to create stunning virtual environments for AR, VR and XR LED studio applications. Its powerful graphics capabilities allow users to create highly realistic and detailed environments while making the design process more efficient and outcomes more impactful.

Despite its advanced backend, Voyager XR is designed to be user-friendly. For instance, the integration of the Lucid Studio control platform ensures that users, even without in-depth knowledge of Unreal, can operate Voyager with ease. In addition, by integrating with Lucid Studio

and Lucid Track, Voyager accommodates a wide range of tracking devices and protocols, ensuring it caters to diverse production requirements.

Voyager XR users also benefit from a highly streamlined workflow. The solution can integrate external data, align with MOS-based newsroom systems, and even interact with studio automation systems. With the added advantage of real-time adaptability, on-air adjustments are both timely and efficient.

Ross continues to innovate the Voyager platform with a range of features, including Nanite, a ground-breaking virtualized geometry system that enables more realistic and efficient rendering at lower cost, and Lumen, a new dynamic illumination and reflection system. Together, these innovations exemplify Ross’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of broadcast technology, offering unprecedented creative possibilities and operational efficiencies.

ROXi’s new interactive TV platform FastStream, first announced at CES 2024*, represents a revolution in broadcast TV for broadcasters and content owners, making broadcast TV channels on NextGen TV (ATSC 3.0) fully interactive without the need for users to ever download or launch a TV app. FastStream powered TV channels benefit from the instant accessibility of a broadcast TV channel but with the full interactivity and functionality of a downloaded OTT app.

Many analysts believe FastStream will make broadcast TV relevant to a younger customer base who expect to be able to pause or skip any segment Tik Tok-style. It’s interactive broadcast TV for the TikTok generation. Indeed, the Verge has called out FastStream as a savior of broadcast TV, while The Washington Post named FastStream one of the top three announcements at CES 2024.

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• Viewers can jump to a particular programme segment instantly with their remote

• No need to download an app

At the 2024 NAB Show, ROXi announced an industry-wide partnership with Pearl TV and the major U.S. broadcast networks to rollout revolutionary interactive TV channels nationwide, leveraging ROXi’s FastStream technology for NextGen TV and changing the way millions of consumers enjoy and interact with broadcast TV in the U.S. this year.

The new FastStream-powered interactive TV channels will be immediately differentiated from traditional broadcast TV channels in that:

• Channels start at the beginning of a programme when you turn on that channel, or channel hop to that channel

• Viewers can pause, fast forward and rewind

First to be broadcast will be ROXi’s interactive music channels, which will revolutionize the delivery of music on TV by allowing viewers on a music video channel to choose genre or decade, and skip through music videos they don’t like, something that has never been possible on broadcast TV channels before.

ROXi and the broadcasters are also now working on other interactive channels to include news, entertainment and sports.

The FastStream-powered interactive channels will get nationwide distribution through major broadcast networks in collaboration with Pearl TV.

FastStream also enhances the NextGen TV consumer proposition, enabling ATSC 3.0

broadcasters to further leverage CTV ad market.

ROXi also demoed America’s first Interactive News Channel, a revolution in broadcast TV at the NAB Show. ROXi’s FastStream technology will allow existing Local TV News organisations to broadcast interactive versions of their broadcast TV news channels, where viewers can pause, play and skip news segments on broadcast TV — instantly — without needing to download an app. With its interactive features FastStream makes broadcast TV compelling and attractive to a younger consumer again and accelerates demand for NEXTGEN TV devices.

*ROXi announced it partnered with Sinclair Inc. for ROXi Music Video Channel, powered by FastStream, the world’s first interactive broadcast TV music channel.

Rally Access Workstation

SDVI’s Rally Access Workstation is a fully managed solution for editing in the cloud with Adobe Premiere Pro. This new addition to the company’s Rally media supply chain management platform enables anywhere, anytime access to hosted edit workstations and content in the cloud, dynamically managing associated infrastructure deployment so that media organizations can scale their edit capacity easily and cost-effectively within an automated media supply chain.

Rally Access Workstation is a significant development for the SDVI Rally platform — and for the industry — because it enables tight integration of Adobe Premiere Pro into the media supply chain without incurring data movement in or out of the cloud. While Rally users could already utilize Premiere Pro locally to perform necessary supply chain editing, this new capability expands access to industry-leading editing software and makes utilization as simple as starting a work order.

By implementing Adobe Premiere Pro workstations in the cloud with Rally Access Workstation, Rally users reduce the burden of maintaining and scheduling physical edit suites. Rather than manage numerous costly machines on premises or in remote-work environments, Rally users can quickly connect authorized editors to high-end edit software and the content they need, on their preferred device, via a web browser and internet connection.

With Rally Access Workstation, media organizations can instantly scale up editing to address peaks in demand or to free up space in on-premises edit bays for other, more creative work, and scale down just as quickly when those resources are no longer needed. Rather than continually manage infrastructure as needs change and work endlessly to

maintain and schedule a fleet of physical edit workstations, media organizations can leave the heavy lifting to Rally.

Moving manual activity into the cloud, Rally Access Workstation represents the next step in fully migrating supply chains to cloud. In this edit-inthe-supply-chain model, manual edits are part of a fully managed engagement that integrates human tasks and automated jobs. Thus, upon starting a workorder, an authorized editor automatically spins up a licensed instance of Adobe Premiere Pro on a cloud-based virtual workstation with all content (high-resolution and/ or proxy) preloaded in the bin.

Identified by automated processing upstream in the supply chain, markers on the timeline correspond to workorder items

that need attention. With all media and metadata ready for immediate work, the editor makes edits on the timeline, hits submit and the job is complete.

The edit session runs in the cloud and, as with every other step in the Rally-managed supply chain, the infrastructure needed to support that task is composed on the fly to support that activity. This is true for one editor taking on one workorder item, or for hundreds of editors working simultaneously to ensure timely fulfillment of a massive content preparation project. Because these edits and other operations are managed on cloud-based composed infrastructure, media organizations use only the resources they need, when they need them, in a supply chain that’s optimized from end to end.

SHAPE WLB

Power Station 15000 BASECAMP

SHAPE’S new battery-electric power station provides dependable and immediate power, wherever and whenever you need it. The BASECAMP is a battery-electric generator that eliminates the need for fumes, noise and excessive costs. All you have to do is turn a switch and you’ll get silent, emission-free, portable power. No matter what your needs are, the BASECAMP will transform the way we electrify our world. It can replace fuel-based generators and change the way we use power — forever.

Features:

• High internal battery storage capacity equipped with 15 kWh.

• High-power inverter supporting 8 kW loading equal to a 5 HP motor.

• Supports split/single phase pure sin wave output.

• LCD screen dynamic flow chart design to facilitate understanding of system data and operating status.

• Offers a complete protection mechanism, such as short-circuit protection, over-current protection, over and under voltage protection, overload protection and other functions. Supports Wi-Fi remote monitor and control.

• The product supports solar panels to charge the battery, and also supports the mains AC to charge the battery.

Whether you’re working on location or on any production that requires emission-free and virtually noise-free power, the BASECAMP Power Station is the ideal solution for creating a healthier and more comfortable environment for

your crew.

With carefully chosen materials, the BASECAMP can handle any kind of weather. When properly operated, it can provide reliable weatherproof power.

BASECAMP’s technology ensures a safe and secure production environment. Place the unit in close proximity to

equipment, vehicles or even with crew without the risk of thermal scape or fire. Charge and schedule with the 4-inch display. The touch screen displays capacity, time to empty or time to charge in real time, along with system settings. A variety of ways for users are possible to view data.

Shure Axient® Digital ADX3 Plug-On Transmitter With ShowLink®

Shure’s Emmy Award-winning Axient® Digital Wireless System is the industry standard for delivering top-tier, flawless audio with maximum signal stability in even the most challenging environments. Axient Digital enables performers, broadcasters, musicians and professionals to transmit superb sound to audiences worldwide. The Axient® Digital ADX3 Plug-On Transmitter is the latest addition to the ecosystem. It is ideal for audio professionals in broadcast television and location sound fields who are seeking an industry-standard transmitter that enables real-time remote control of key parameters.

ADX3 transforms any XLR-terminated microphone into an advanced, portable Axient Digital ADX Series wireless microphone. It delivers the same transparent audio quality, RF performance and wide tuning of the AD3, with the addition of Shure’s proprietary ShowLink® technology.

ShowLink allows comprehensive, real-time control of all transmitter parameters, including interference avoidance, over a robust 2.4 GHz diversity wireless connection -- directly from the convenience of

the receiver in a cart, bag, camera or truck. ADX3 includes the plug-on transmitter, two SB900 batteries, USB-A to USB-C cable, belt clip/pouch and a zippered bag for storage.

The ADX3 provides portability and flexibility to the user while still ensuring professional quality sound in any setting. It has rugged, dust and moisture-resistant metal construction with a built-in OLED display. It’s patented locking mechanism proves a secure wobble-free connection that enhances mobility during broadcasts and on TV/film sets while also readily interfacing with handheld and shotgun microphones.

The selectable modulation modes optimize performance and enhances spectral efficiency. High Density mode dramatically increases the maximum system channel count. The ADX3 can also run in standard mode for optimal low latency coverage. It also features automatic input staging and equips users with secure transmission with AES 256-bit encryption. A line-of-sight operating ranges of 300 feet (100 meters) ensures users will experience

maximum signal stability and transparent digital audio.

It is also compatible with Shure’s Wireless Workbench®, which supports efficient control and configuration while optimizing spectral management and frequency coordination. The ADX3 is monitorable via the award-winning AD600 Spectrum Manager; enabling engineers to neutralize RF interference by manually switching the signal to a clear back-up frequency or by setting the system to do it automatically.

The ADX3 comes with two SB900 lithium-ion rechargeable batteries, which provide up to six and a half hours of continuous charge with precision metering and zero memory effect. The battery can be recharged via USB-C. The transmitter can also be powered externally through USB-C or AA batteries. By seamless integration with the Axient Digital AD4D and AD4Q rack receivers as well as the ADX5D Dual-Channel Portable Receiver, audio professionals can truly manage sound from any location, anywhere.

cloudSwXtch Intelligent Media Network

cloudSwXtch is an intelligent media network for all public clouds that helps broadcasters extend on-premise systems to the cloud. cloudSwXtch seamlessly funnels data between the ground and the cloud, and then fans that data to all endpoints with exceptional scale, whether on-prem, at the edge or mobile. cloudSwXtch unlocks missing network features required to migrate demanding media workloads, including multicast, PTP, packet monitoring and network path redundancy.

Deployed as a software solution within a physical broadcast network or a cloud tenant, cloudSwXtch lets users add high-performance networking to their cloud or edge applications, without any need for software code changes. swXtch.io has added several new enhancements that will make migration to the cloud possible for high-quality, robust media broadcasting, and help customers create one big broadcast network that is deployable, monitorable and functional both on-prem and across all clouds.

New for the 2024 NAB Show, swXtch.io now supports JPEG-XS compression flows within cloudSwXtch, allowing customers to move visually lossless video at very low latency into and through the cloud. JPEG-XS compression addresses the challenge of managing the heavy bandwidth and high costs of uncompressed video in the cloud while retaining premium broadcast-quality pictures. cloudSwXtch also offers support for uncompressed ST 2110 workflows, providing customers with more options to manage their entire live production workflows in the cloud. swXtch.io has also added Lossless UDP, which provides additional protection for media streams across dynamic

bridging (ground-to-cloud) and multicloud networking applications. Lossless UDP optimizes packet delivery for high-bandwidth streams with minimal latency for dynamic ground-to-cloud bridging, and without any SDK integrations or software changes required. cloudSwXtch also offers stream protection through SMPTE ST 2022-7 hitless merge, offering network path redundancy as parallel streams move

through the cloud.

swXtch.io has also implemented Network Media Open Specifications (NMOS) workflows in cloudSwXtch networks, streamlining the management and orchestration of media workflows in the cloud and ensuring they align with on-prem systems. Benefits include a unified language for endpoints and routing control systems, less time spent on provisioning, utilizing and upgrading network infrastructure so that broadcasters can quickly deploy new services.

swXtch.io has also partnered with Cinnafilm to make live, broadcast-quality standards conversions and Hollywood format conversions in the cloud a reality. cloudSwXtch enables various types of network traffic to easily traverse from anywhere in the network to Cinnafilm’s Tachyon LIVE in the cloud, ensuring seamless, efficient data flows and accurate real-time standards conversion. Cinnafilm has deployed Tachyon LIVE as a feature on cloudSwXtch, which provides immediate access to media packets where frame rate conversions, de-interlacing, scaling and motion compensation take place, increasing the performance of the network.

The technology foundation of cloudSwXtch enables customers to demand more of their cloud networks, allowing users the freedom to turn features on and off, quickly relocate to new data centers at low cost, and manage their entire live production workflows in the cloud. With availability on all major public clouds along with its intrinsic multi-cloud networking abilities, cloudSwXtch is a platform that users can grow with well into the future and without compromise.

SYNAMEDIA MEG.mini

IP distribution provides many benefits to content owners, due to its lower costs compared to satellite, low latency and the ease of adding new user experiences and monetization techniques.

The biggest barrier to transitioning to IP distribution is without a doubt cost. At the 2024 NAB Show, Synamedia will unveil a solution to remove this barrier in one fell swoop: a new media edge gateway, the Synamedia MEG.mini.

Synamedia MEG.mini is a small form factor, low power, edge gateway for fast, secure distribution of channels over satellite, IP and CDN. It is a cost-effective solution to deliver small numbers of channels, that cuts costs by using optimized, flexible software-based processing on low-cost platforms.

Traditional receiver endpoints use dedicated hardware or high-performance servers when transitioning to IP, requiring large upfront capital investment, making it extremely costly.

Unlike traditional receivers, Synamedia’s MEG.mini is available with a full OpEx usage model. This unique approach gives content owners the agility and scalability to meet their changing business

needs while cutting costs by up to 80%.

This model eliminates the upfront CapEx costs of acquiring hundreds of servers and shortens time to market from months to days with off-the-shelf host platforms — removing the frustrations commonly associated with on-boarding and configuration. By miniaturizing its form factor and processing density, MEG.mini is an ideal solution for small numbers of channels or transport delivery with low energy requirements.

MEG.mini benefits from Synamedia’s technology breakthroughs that reduce the computing power needed to deliver, decode, and process content at the edge — the result of years of investment in its vDCM platform.

By taking advantage of Synamedia’s latest technologies to miniaturize its form factor and processing density, MEG. mini eliminates the cost barrier to moving to IP. Furthermore, by offering MEG. mini with an OpEx usage model, content owners now have the agility and scalability as they transition from satellite to IP while cutting costs.

MEG.mini can be deployed standalone in a traditional

CapEx model or as an OpEx software subscription with its Quortex PowerVu or Quortex Link distribution solutions. With the option of using a software subscription model, content owners and service providers can eliminate guesswork and overprovision and easily adjust channel delivery, formats and processing to meet evolving business needs.

Meeting the industry’s need for an affordable way to transition to IP, MEG. mini is a cost-effective solution to deliver small numbers of channels by using optimized, flexible software-based processing on low-cost platforms.

With this new software-defined offering, Synamedia enhances its family of B2B video distribution solutions that reduce endpoint friction, support transition to IP and provide the ability to distribute content in just one click to affiliates and service providers. Its flexible MEG.mini addresses customers’ needs for small numbers of channels or transport delivery with low energy requirements and, importantly, low costs.

TAG VIDEO SYSTEMS

TAG Conductor™

At the 2024 NAB Show, TAG revolutionized media workflows with the launch of TAG Conductor™. This groundbreaking control interface for TAG’s Media Control System (MCS) redefines the operator experience. Its HTML and API-based design delivers remarkable user-friendliness on touch screens and tablets, empowering operators to work seamlessly, even while on the move, while directly using the mosaic output as interface.

TAG Conductor™ streamlines workflows by placing essential operational control directly within the operator’s field of view.

The interface cleverly overlays the mosaic output itself, allowing operators to interact directly with the visuals they are monitoring. Need to change a tile’s content? Simply click on the tile to make adjustments. This intuitive design eliminates the need for complex menus, delivering unparalleled ease of use. Its intuitive interface and customizable, pre-defined configurations eliminate the need for time-consuming menu navigation. This empowers operators to focus on what matters most — delivering flawless media experiences. Plus, robust role-

based permissions provide peace of mind in security-driven environments. With TAG Conductor™, complex adjustments become effortless. Switching sources or mosaic layouts requires a mere tap, delivering the lightning-fast response crucial for live media control rooms and network operation centers. The ability to instantly switch entire multiview layouts or change sources in specific tiles ensures operators remain agile and adaptable, ready to tackle any event change.

What is tx darwin?

Techex live video and cloud specialist with in-house software development. Designed for next-generation software-defined hybrid and pure cloud workflows, Techex’s tx darwin offers a highly secure and ultra-flexible live media processing, transport and monitoring platform for deployment anywhere within a contribution and delivery chain. tx darwin was built as part of Techex’s aim to bridge the gap between the rigorous standards of traditional broadcast and the agility of cloud-native infrastructure.

Why is it different?

From its inception, tx darwin introduced the distinctive ability to switch seamlessly between dissimilar MPEG Transport Streams allowing cloud workflows to be not only switched seamlessly and intelligently, but also changed, repurposed or regenerated in multiple ways.

While SMPTE ST 2022-7 seamless switching is standard for robust workflows, it only works with identical streams from a single encoder. Changing between two encoders can lead to downstream decoder errors, disrupting the viewer experience. Yet, today’s agile cloud workflows require the flexibility to frequently swap system components during maintenance and updates.

In response to requests from current customers like Sky, NBC and the BBC, Techex developed tx darwin to seamlessly switch between any transport streams, whether in the cloud or on-prem, without disruption bringing night-time work into regular hours with a fully informed team, reducing costs representing a significant leap in efficiency.

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New to the tx Darwin platform, also on request from broadcasters, is individual SCTE manipulation at scale. SCTE 35 and 104 manipulation is in use extensively in broadcast and streaming, but managing this at scale while also maintaining granular control of different channels is not available outside of tx darwin in a modular fashion, which allows for a flexible best-of-breed workflow.

On top of all of this, tx darwin builds on its valuable role as a trust boundary. A recent term from SMPTE, this is a media firewall that allows networks from different organizations to interact safely and securely.

tx darwin goes further than just being a trust gateway and with its “mux” module will also repair outof-spec inputs — another innovative feature not seen in the market.

We have seen firsthand that the best broadcasters want high-quality, low-latency codecs for their cloud and software workflows, which is why tx Darwin is adopting

codec modules for JPEG-XS and other high-bitrate options including NDI. These modules offer a wide range of codec options from a growing set of modules from Techex’s own R&D as well as premium, trusted third-party providers.

Who is tx darwin made for?

ROI-focused: A foundation of premium software functions (i.e., mMultiplexing) that can be incorporated into targeted high value/high return modules (Seamless switching, Time Shift, etc.)

In an industry that thrives on evolution as it moves to deploy software in the cloud, on-prem and the edge, tx darwin’s adaptability and diversity is its greatest asset. By facilitating integration of processing blocks, from TS to ST 2110, it opens doors for the world’s largest broadcasters and telecoms organizations to explore new content formats and delivery mechanisms while addressing emerging workflows.

qibb – The Integration Platform for Media Workflows

qibb stands out as the premier integration platform for media workflows, providing customers with the capability to effortlessly automate inefficient and manual processes. Additionally, it offers the flexibility to seamlessly integrate cutting-edge technologies such as AI into their media supply chain while empowering internal teams to oversee integrated workflows and minimize vendor dependencies.

With a catalog of more than 100 pre-integrated applications as foundational blocks, qibb facilitates the creation of scalable workflows spanning the entire media supply chain — from planning, generative AI and asset management to distribution and archiving. Through its low-code workflow engine, qibb enables fast, flexible and cost-effective configuration of powerful automations. Combined with a growing number of integrated Generative AI tools, the platform enables customers to tap into the incredible potential of new technologies in a highly customizable way.

Among the countless automations qibb enables are truly efficiencyenhancing use cases. Imagine automatically creating description texts for produced assets, clipping the most notable quotes in press conferences, orchestrating start and stop of streaming channels based on an event schedule, and much more. Consequently, media professionals can focus on creative decision-making while automation handles repetitive tasks.

To enable the implementation of such automations in record time, qibb harnesses the power of low-code paired with an API-first and cloud-native approach. Users drag and drop pre-in-

tegrated connectors (Nodes) from the catalog into the qibb workflow engine to build custom automations between their preferred media applications. Users can monitor running jobs and a flexible dashboard system allows for operational visibility or user interaction across multiple applications connected through qibb. The comprehensive catalog of integrated applications includes industry-leading services from AWS, OpenAI, Fonn Group, Backlight, Avid and Mediakind — and is constantly growing.

While designed to make building integrated workflows easier than ever before, qibb meets all the requirements enterprise-grade customers ask for. Features like active directory integrations, role-based

access management, MFA and a secrets manager to securely store and access tokens ensure workflow security. Stateof-the-art Kubernetes-based deployment allows for Flows to be hosted in hybrid environments or dedicated public cloud accounts besides our standard SaaS offering.

qibb fundamentally changes the way media companies approach system integration. Unlike traditional methods, qibb offers a cost-effective, vendor-independent solution. qibb’s team of media experts understands the unique challenges and workflows faced by media companies to position them for long-term success in the ever-evolving media landscape.

In today’s dynamic media landscape, subtitling and captioning have evolved beyond accessibility tools to serve more diverse viewer needs. Not only do they keep viewers engaged in noisy environments and aid understanding of international content, but they are also responding to younger viewers’ daily habits. A 2022 study by YPulse found millennial (52%) and Gen-Z (59%) viewers prefer to watch TV with subtitles on.

Yet, media companies face substantial challenges in efficiently processing media and meeting the demands for rapid content turnaround with various accessibility and audience watch habits in mind. The time-intensive process of creating and formatting captions and subtitles only adds to this complexity. Furthermore, the reluctance to embrace advanced technologies — often perceived as overly complex — leaves opportunities to streamline operations on the table. Media entities then struggle to keep pace with today’s viewing expectations and demands.

TELESTREAM Stanza

In direct response to these industry-wide challenges, Telestream has launched a suite of AI-powered tools, one of which is Stanza. Stanza is a precise, affordable, one-stop shop for next-generation captioning and subtitling. It offers automatic speech-to-text caption generation leveraging a specially trained large language model, built-in translations to English, a full suite of formatting, timing and layout controls, and comprehensive text review and quality control, accessible from anywhere via a web browser.

Stanza’s AI-powered capabilities deliver more precise and higher-quality

captions and subtitles. It enables media organizations to automatically convert speech to text for caption or subtitle files, using the latest enhanced models, guaranteeing better quality and efficiency. Stanza provides a low-cost entry point for organizations of all sizes requiring highend captioning capabilities.

Stanza empowers production teams to generate and disseminate top-tier content with unprecedented efficiency, accuracy and speed. Its ease of integration and remote accessibility make it a game-changer, providing cutting-edge capabilities that empower media companies to streamline their operations and confidently deliver content for all audiences.

Stanza delivers accurate closed captions and subtitles through its client-server deployment model and unique, highly-refined AI. It allows captioning editors to work

from any location using a simple browser-based editing console. Stanza uses the powerful GLIM player to instantly play back original high-resolution files without creating and transferring proxies.

The new Al Speech-to-Text capability in Stanza streamlines the caption creation process, enabling global media companies of all sizes to drive the creation process locally with the click of a button. Leveraging Telestream’s Vantage media processing platform, Stanza also offers end-toend workflow support, combining powerful captioning and subtitling capabilities with best-in-class automation.

With Stanza, media companies and independent transcriptionists can now create, edit and format broadcast-grade, high-quality captions and subtitles more efficiently, quickly, easily and cost-effectively than ever before.

TELOS ALLIANCE

Linear Acoustic® AERO-Series DTV Audio Processors

AERO.20, AERO.200 and AERO.2400 are the brand-new DTV hardware audio processors from Linear Acoustic®. They represent the latest and most advanced offerings in the long-running AERO lineup and are the direct replacements for the trusted AERO.10, AERO.100 and AERO.2000 products.

Like their predecessors, AERO.20, AERO.200 and AERO.2400 provide broadcasters with many unique benefits, including integrated loudness control, upmixing, Nielsen® and Verance® Aspect® watermark encoding, Dolby® AC-3 encoding, SAP audio, downmixing and automated EAS and text-to-speech audio insertion.

However, these products introduce several new and important features, including dual, independent 3G SDI I/O paths to support 1080p signals, userselectable metering and logging options

for EBU R 128 or ATSC A/85 and an updated Windows 10 IoT operating system to provide additional security features.

* AERO.20 is a PCM-only processor for applications where Dolby® coding and audience measurement watermarking are not required. It provides a single instance of AEROMAX loudness control and UPMAX 2- to 5.1-channel upmixing. Two SDI I/O paths with up to 16 audio pairs and four pairs of AES3 I/O are available.

* AERO.200 is similar to AERO.20, but offers either one or two instances of AEROMAX loudness control and UPMAX 2- to 5.1-channel upmixing, each user-selectable as AMX5.1 (5.1+2), AMX 2.0 (2+2+2) or AMX5x2 (2+2+2+2+2) configurations. AERO.200 also offers optional Dolby® Digital Plus transcoding as well as Nielen® or Verance® Aspect® audience

measurement watermarking. AERO.200 can make use of both 3G SDI I/O paths with up to 16 audio pairs, plus four pairs of AES3 I/O, enabling a variety of combinations and configurations — such as one AEROMAX processing engine on the first SDI input and a second AEROMAX engine on the second SDI input, or to insert local affiliate program audio from a different SDI input than the network audio feed.

* AERO.2400, a 2RU device with a large color front-panel LCD display, controls and headphone output, delivers all of the advanced features found in AERO.200 with even more I/O versatility, providing dual 3G SDI I/O paths with up to 16 audio pairs, plus eight pairs of AES3 I/O.

Telos Infinity® IP Intercom System

The Telos Infinity® family of matrix-free IP-connected intercom products comprises a full ecosystem of flexible AoIP intercom hardware and software designed to make live production a breeze in today’s fastpaced workflows.

Infinity rackmount and desktop intercom panels, belt packs, headsets and enterprise software boast native support for AES67 and ST 2110-30 standards — perfect for both TV and radio applications. Infinity connects seamlessly to other Telos Alliance products via Livewire+ AoIP, while interoperating seamlessly

with legacy third-party analog, AES, SDI and MADI systems.

The Infinity ecosystem also includes the unique Infinity VIP cloud-based intercom system. Infinity VIP instantly extends comms outside the studio and into the field, with virtual intercom panels that run on any smartphone, tablet or computer with a standard HTML5-capable browser. There’s also native support for Android and iOS devices using the award-winning Infinity VIP App — a Telos exclusive.

Infinity v2.5 software now delivers even more functionality by enabling

remote control of Infinity VIP Virtual Panels from desktop or rackmount Infinity hardware intercom panels — a capability that gives unexcelled control and flexibility to intercom operations. Infinity v2.5 also improves Infinity VIP’s built-in four-wire Cloud-to-Cloud and Cloud-to-Ground interconnectivity using the onboard VIP Infinity Link VoIP codec. VIP Infinity Link now supports NDI V5.5, as well as variable bitrate OPUS and Unicast AES67. Infinity v2.5 software is backward-compatible with all existing Infinity hardware, and is available now for all Telos Infinity clients.

The Prism Mobile 5G is the latest addition to Teradek’s acclaimed Prism Series of 4K HEVC video encoders.

Prism Mobile is the ultimate video contribution solution for news teams, live production crews, and public safety officials. The system is designed to provide the best possible cellular connectivity without compromising on size and weight, allowing field operators to stay agile for longer while live streaming or capturing the action for camera-to-cloud workflows.

With the Prism Mobile 5G, broadcasters can:

• Achieve HD or 4K streaming with ultra-low latency as low as 250ms.

• Securely share encrypted, color-accurate live video feeds and recordings with stakeholders globally.

• Foster seamless collaboration with built-in voice and text chat functionalities.

• Enhance stability with the ability to bond up to 9X network connections.

The Prism Mobile 5G features 2x integrated high-performance 5G cellular modems with private mobile network/ CBRS support, twin SIM slots and an external connection for a single Node modem expansion. Its low-SWaP (Size, Weight and Power) industrial design weighs just 864g with Gold or V-mount battery plates, making it the most compact bonded-cellular encoder for live coverage from the field — perfect for events where mobility is a top priority. Prism Mobile is deeply integrated with several camera-to-cloud platforms, giving users a flexible range of popular

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C3P, Sony Ci, PIX and Moxion.

Prism Mobile also brings the Teradek Reliable Transport (TRT) protocol to bonded-cellular workflows for the first time. TRT is an ultra-robust, ultra-low latency transport protocol that delivers audio and video over bonded-cellular networks in as little as 250 ms. Through path measurement, TRT dynamically adjusts stream buffer size and forward error correction to optimize packet delays across diverse network environments. This is part of the magic that allows Prism Mobile 5G to maintain its real-time delivery without sacrificing quality.

To further enhance connectivity, users can expand Prism Mobile 5G with the Prism

Mobile Backpack accessory, accommodating up to four additional high-performance Node 5G modems for robust streaming from any location. This means that when combined with Prism Mobile’s built-in cellular connectivity, the backpack provides up to six simultaneous 5G connections for robust streaming from any location. Recently launched on March 27th, 2024, the Prism Mobile 5G has already proven its streaming proficiency at the Circuit of the Americas race track in Austin, Texas. Mounted within the Prism Mobile Backpack, it seamlessly streamed high-definition in-car feeds for several hours of races without a single drop, impressing technical directors, engineers and clients alike with its reliability and performance.

choices, including Frame.io, AVID, Sony

Triveni Digital’s Station Manager is the industry’s first orchestration system that centralizes the configuration, control and monitoring of the ATSC 3.0 broadcast chain. It provides broadcast engineers with a unified interface for managing every step of the ATSC 3.0 workflow, including encoding, orchestration, statistical multiplexing, usage metering, delivery and service availability. This innovative solution extends to both Triveni Digital and third-party ATSC 3.0 solutions, ensuring a seamless operation across various equipment and services.

The Station Manager simplifies the operation and delivery of both ATSC 1.0 and ATSC 3.0 services, marking a significant leap forward in ATSC 3.0 management technology and serving broadcasters to streamline their ATSC 3.0 operations. By offering a single, easy-to-use interface for controlling the entire broadcast chain and broadcast playout, the Station Manager significantly reduces the complexity and time required to manage NextGen TV equipment and services. With the capability to manage fully redundant chains, the Station Manager ensures the flawless delivery of ATSC 1.0 and 3.0 services without interruption.

What Sets the Station Manager Apart?

Several key features distinguish the Station Manager:

• Industry-First Solution: The Station Manager is the first solution in the industry designed to streamline the configuration and control of the broadcast chain and playout for ATSC 1.0 and 3.0 operations.

• Comprehensive Control: It offers unparalleled control over the entire ATSC 3.0 broadcast chain, providing comprehensive oversight and customization capabilities.

• Ease of Use: The solution boasts a single, user-friendly interface that simplifies the management of NextGen

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TV operations, enabling operators and engineers to streamline workflows, reduce time and enhance operational efficiency.

• Redundancy Management: The Station Manager can manage fully redundant chains, ensuring reliability of continuous delivery of ATSC 3.0 services. In addition, the Station Manager provides control and health monitoring for ATSC 1.0 broadcast environments.

Why Use the Station Manager?

The introduction of the Station Manager brings a host of benefits to broadcasters:

• Enhanced Service Delivery: The ability to manage fully redundant chains ensures the uninterrupted delivery of high-quality ATSC 1.0 and 3.0 services.

• Flexibility: The Station Manager’s support for both Triveni Digital and third-party solutions offers broadcasters the flexibility to work with their preferred equipment and services. With options for both

cloud and on-premises deployment, the Station Manager offers additional flexibility to broadcasters in managing their ATSC 3.0 operations efficiently.

• Time and Cost Efficiency: By centralizing control and simplifying operations, broadcasters can save significant time and reduce operational costs.

• Local Support: Based in the U.S., Triveni Digital provides local support, ensuring quick resolution of any service delivery issues.

The Station Manager is an industry-first solution that addresses the complexities of ATSC 3.0 operations. Its unique features and benefits make it an invaluable tool for broadcasters aiming to streamline their operations and deliver superior-quality NextGen TV services to viewers.

TVU MediaHub

TVU MediaHub™ introduces a new paradigm in live video broadcasting by seamlessly merging cloud-based and on-premise video routing, a feature unique in the broadcasting industry. This hybrid video router is designed for the dynamic needs of live broadcasting, capable of handling an unlimited number of inputs and outputs across both IP and SDI formats. Its standout feature is the ability to manage any video format in and route any format out, directly addressing the industry’s move towards versatile and scalable broadcasting solutions.

At its core, TVU MediaHub™ is built around a cloud-centric architecture that eliminates the traditional constraints of hardware-dependent routing. This approach enables broadcasters to manage complex signal matrices easily through a cloud user interface, which is a first in cloud broadcast routing. The system supports a vast array of video formats, including SDI, NDI, SRT, SMPTE 2110 and more, and integrates with platforms like YouTube, ensuring efficient routing to various destinations such as RTMP, HLS, MPTS and Facebook.

Chosen by AWS as its flagship routing solution at their last InterOperability event, TVU MediaHub™ stands out as the only

solution capable of routing anything in, anything out, with an unlimited number of inputs and outputs. This distinction underscores its ability to bridge all AWS partners’ formats into one cohesive ecosystem.

One of the key advantages of TVU MediaHub™ is its unified resource management capability, which allows for the management of both on-premise hardware and cloud-based IP signals. This capability is critical for broadcasters looking to adapt to the rapidly evolving landscape of content consumption, where flexibility, efficiency and scalability are paramount.

TVU MediaHub™ responds to the market trend of empowering operators over engineers for production tasks. Its operator-centric interface, featuring drag-anddrop operations, simplifies signal routing, automating decoding, scaling and encoding processes. This enables broadcasters to swiftly adapt and scale their operations on demand, allowing engineers to focus on more complex projects. The platform also offers a Full Frame Live Preview feature for informed decision-making in live scenarios and a flexible API for enhanced customization and control.

The platform excels in high-demand situations such as breaking news, elections and sporting events, offering dynamic scalability and resilience. Its cloud-based approach ensures uninterrupted broadcasting, leveraging cloud resources for peak events and occasional broadcasts. This adaptability is crucial for broadcasters facing fluctuating demands and the need to produce more content with flexibility.

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Furthermore, TVU MediaHub™ eliminates the need for physical PCs, HDMI to SDI converters and extensive cabling, leading to a more adaptable setup. It uniquely positions itself for sustainable growth in the digital era by bridging the gap between traditional hardware and digital workflows. Economically, TVU MediaHub™ starts at just $35 per month when active, with no charges during downtime, providing a cost-effective solution for broadcasters. By addressing the complex workflows of modern broadcasting with its interoperability and transition to cloud solutions, TVU MediaHub™ stands out as a practical solution for today’s broadcasting challenges, particularly as IP sources become more prevalent.

Audimus.Media offers real-time automatic closed captioning across various broadcasting channels, including live broadcasting, VOD, OTT, OTA channels, streaming platforms and online meeting software. This AI-driven solution sets the standard with its reliable speech recognition capabilities and integrations tailored to address market-specific needs. With consistently high accuracy, seamless delivery and caption reusability for VOD, Audimus.Media offers a sustainable solution to the dynamic demands of the industry. The on-premises deployment is a defining feature of this solution, guaranteeing low latency, data security and privacy, empowering clients with complete control and lifetime access to the leading closed-captioning solution.

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The platform utilizes advanced signal processing and automatic speech recognition to deliver high-accuracy captions with minimal latency. With daily vocabulary updates, speaker and language identification modules, Audimus.Media seamlessly integrates with both SDI and IP workflows for optimal production and distribution. This platform streamlines the output process with native delivery integrations, supporting most encoders and streaming APIs. Its intuitive web dashboard allows for customized setup, channel configuration, access to specific features and event scheduling for live closed-captioning tasks. Recent updates include enabling live captions for SMPTE ST 2110 networks and MPEG-TS multiplexers, along with native caption embedding into HD-SDI and restreaming HLS with WebVTT.

Audimus.Media leverages sophisticated AI processes to deliver a fully automatic captioning experience, revolutionizing traditional workflows. Supported by deep

neural networks and machine-learning algorithms, it efficiently replaces manual captioning tasks by managing vast vocabularies and adaptation techniques with very low latency. These modules intelligently detect language, speakers and transitions, ensuring enhanced readability and flow, even in unprepared speech scenarios. Added features such as automatic capitalization, denormalization and punctuation, as well as profanity filters, further enhance caption quality.

Audimus.Media caters to global markets by supporting over 40 languages, including Arabic, Russian and Mandarin. For North American broadcasters reaching Hispanic audiences, Audimus.

Media’s automatic English-Spanish translation ensures effective communication by displaying captions in both languages. The platform continuously evolves through data collection, analysis and language-

model refinement, ensuring adaptability to regional accents and swift integration of new terms.

As delivering a quality experience to hearing-impaired users is paramount, regulatory institutions are setting increasingly tighter guidelines for live, pre-recorded shows, and more recently for streaming across different platforms. Broadcasters can rely on Audimus.Media for consistent FCC-compliant results, while offering a cost-effective alternative to manual captioning services and enhancing accessibility beyond regulatory requirements. As a preference for captioned content grows, there are clear advantages in improving searchability and satisfying the needs of varying audiences. As broadcasters increasingly recognize the potential of this technology, Audimus.Media stands prepared to support them in leveraging its capabilities to deliver tailored experiences.

With the rising adoption of ATSC 3.0, Audimus.Media now supports the NextGen TV standard, allowing broadcasters to exchange personalized metadata. Leveraging VoiceInteraction’s proprietary speech processing technology, this enables real-time closed captioning alongside metadata delivery for enhanced interactivity, real-time updates and engaging viewer experiences.

In sum, Audimus.Media, supported by VoiceInteraction’s proprietary technology, offers a reliable and adaptable captioning experience suited to any broadcasting workflow, all on-premises without internet dependency.

Media Monitoring System (MMS)

Media Monitoring System (MMS) empowers broadcasters in the digital age by leveraging AI speech recognition and computer vision technology for media generation and content repurposing. MMS effectively enables broadcasters to develop an online presence and unlock additional revenue streams across platforms and devices. This is accomplished by automating burdensome tasks like clipping individual news, while also generating titles and descriptions for each clip. With this solution, editors are free to focus on crafting and delivering excellent content.

The newscasts undergo ASR processing, producing searchable textual transcripts along with valuable information. Advanced AI algorithms detect the start and end of each news segment, autonomously creating separate clips. Details including title, subject, keywords, speaker identification and summarization, are incorporated to provide descriptive information. All content is customizable and can be reviewed and edited before publication. The content management system for publishing the clips, thumbnails and metadata can be automated so that the assets can be ready shortly after airing the original newscast.

summarization process aimed at generating descriptions from transcriptions. These technologies leverage sophisticated machine-learning algorithms and deep neural networks that continually evolve, leading to increasingly higher accuracy and customization capabilities.

Regarding the proprietary technology responsible for segmenting news stories, our advanced machine-learning algorithms undergo daily evolution, continuously improving the segmentation process and reducing the need for human intervention in each iteration. Other aspects of the process are also constantly enhanced, such as the AI

Transcribed content is automatically tagged, categorized and organized, enabling content discovery workflows from both current and archived clips. This technology facilitates efficient indexing of news segments and asset management by integrating with extensive MAM databases, minimizing the need for manual intervention. Applying filtered searches ensures the effortless retrieval of specific news stories. This process of continuously transcribing aired content and associating frame-accurate media events

with AI-generated textual metadata effectively enables broadcasters to optimize the resources needed for content creation and sharing. This comprehensive approach optimizes workflows, minimizes errors and enhances efficiency for broadcasters.

As broadcasters fight to remain competitive versus nonlinear streaming services, fostering an online presence becomes imperative. This indeed poses a significant challenge for newsroom teams already stretched thin. The meticulous process of sifting through aired content, clipping and cataloging assets by topic, and crafting titles and summaries for each news story is undeniably time-consuming. These challenges can be effectively addressed with Speech Processing technology. By streamlining their clipping and editing processes, news channels and other media companies can swiftly adapt their broadcast content into individual clips for repurposing on the internet. MMS is an AI-driven solution that offers a promising avenue for newsrooms to enhance efficiency and productivity. MMS optimizes content creation and distribution, creating monetization opportunities through content repurposing automation. The clips generated and additional information can be exported to the station’s website, subscription-based platform, social media channels or other video-sharing platforms. This opens new avenues for digital revenue, whether through expanding advertising inventory or driving subscriptions. By offering content on-demand across devices, broadcasters widen audiences and increase brand awareness.

MetaVU was initially developed to serve Vubiquity’s own content licensing division. It is now available as a SaaS for customers to better manage titles and normalize libraries.

MetaVU is primarily built around two key elements:

• Metadata Management Module: Delivers a single source of truth by leveraging the powerful toolset we have built to solve ingest and normalization of metadata. It supports a wide range of content suppliers, along with a flexible hierarchical metadata management model and an industry-leading metadata distribution engine.

• Metadata Enrichment Module: Enabling access to a multitude of third-party and AI/ML enrichment sources, inclusive of audience and critics ratings, robust parental guidance ratings and advisories, social data, tags to power recommendations and marketing, originated metadata, access to localized metadata and machinelearning derived tags to power search.

Thanks to its multisource data enrichment capabilities and ongoing quality improvements, customers achieve a faster time to market and shorter turnaround times for new schedules and launches. With detailed genres, keywords and mood categories/tags, our continuously enhanced metadata delivers more accessible content discovery, more intelligent recommendations and higher viewer engagement. The platform comes with optional library services to clean up titles and create metadata or correct existing records.

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Why Should MetaVu Be Considered?

Metadata is the cornerstone of your media operations and at the heart of your media supply chain. With MetaVU, customers can consolidate all their title data, including externally sourced and linked sources, into a centralized, intuitive platform that eliminates data silos and provides a single source of truth for content licensing/distribution teams. You can leverage the power of AI for title metadata enrichment to deliver exceptional, curated audience experiences at scale.

The key differentiator of MetaVU is that it can deliver to a multitude of different endpoints, supporting thousands of unique business rules for

targeted transformations for our platform or distribution partners to ingest. This delivers content to nearly 1 billion aggregated viewers across 2,000+ unique endpoints.

Measurable Business Impact

The use of MetaVu had the following impact on real-world customers (names cannot be provided or published):

• Tier 1 Broadcaster: Saved up to 72 hours in the time it took to publish a title from receipt to end consumers, delivering content to viewers within minutes. Up to five times faster response time to metadata gaps and errors.

• Tier 1 Content

Aggregator: Fully eliminated title record duplication, reduced metadata translation costs by 11%, increased productivity by 22%, with a total of yearly costs savings of $1.1M.

Across the board, MetaVU customers have:

1. Improved metadata delivery time (minutes after receipt)

2. Triggered enrichment and aggregation earlier, based upon available data, enabling a five-fold faster response to metadata gaps and errors

3. Eliminated duplicate title records and reduce title servicing costs, especially duplicate translation costs

4. Automated metadata augmentation increases monetization opportunities

Strata Virtual Mixer

Introducing the new way to mix -- virtually from anywhere at any time. Automation and virtualization are fundamental to being able to produce more content. With Virtual Strata, Wheatstone is complementing what is being automated in the control room with the easy accessibility of a virtual interface.

Virtual Strata provides direct connectivity into major production automation systems for a fully integrated user expe-

rience between automation and console functions. Yet, this virtual mixer is full-featured with all the mix-minus, automixing, control and routing features needed for managing audio productions independently.

AES67/SMPTE ST-2110-compatible and WheatNet IP audio networked, this easy-to-navigate virtual mixer has all easy navigation and functions of a professional

mixing desk, including familiar buttons, knobs and multitouch navigation and menuing for adjusting EQ curves, filtering and other custom settings.

Virtual Strata can be used independently or as a companion to the Strata fixed console surface with mirrored faders and controls for a shared production experience.

Traditionally, automatically testing and monitoring video services on real devices has relied on pixel comparison and picture matching. Since this method depends on visuals, it also requires manual updates to testing scenarios any time an app or device’s UI is altered. Even with modern, non-reference-based testing, adapting to UI changes requires reprogramming existing tests. This is significant because UI changes are not in short supply — in the first five months of 2023, TikTok released 15 different updated versions on iOS alone.

Smart Navigate

All of this changes with Smart Navigate, an innovative new AI algorithm from Witbe. Released in 2023, Smart Navigate has been deployed on Witbe’s Witbox testing device family; Workbench software for programming tests; and the Remote Eye Controller, an application for controlling test devices remotely.

With Smart Navigate, the Witbox is now fully autonomous in browsing and testing video streaming applications. It understands menu structure, keyboard inputs, dynamic rails and much more. In addition, it is capable of navigating and testing apps without having every step of the process coded by test engineers in advance.

Smart Navigate has dramatically transformed the time required to program tests. For example, in the past, to program a test to locate the VOD menu in an app, testers had to code every button pressed on a remote until

the test navigated to the correct menu. They would then repeat this process for every device the app ran on. Even if they created a “Go to VOD” function that could be reused across different devices, they would still have to capture the VOD menu and program each step of the function — press menu, press down, press OK, wait for it to load, continue.

With Smart Navigate, the code is simply “Go to VOD menu.” Through machine learning, the test analyzes the menu and undertakes all the necessary steps to arrive where it was programmed to. It understands the UI of an app just like a human user would, without being explicitly told which buttons to press or seeing each menu item in advance. Best of all, the same prompt — in our case, “Go to VOD menu” — works no matter the device being tested or how the UI has changed since the last

time it was tested.

For testing teams dealing with constant new updated versions of their apps, it’s a huge change. On Workbench, scripting an advanced QA test has gone from a six-hour to a two-hour task. While updating a thousand tests with a small UI change that used to take a month, with Smart Navigate it is achieved automatically and instantly. In an initial case study, scripting teams were able to work up to ten times faster than they were on previous versions of Workbench.

For video service providers looking to measure the true quality of experience their customers receive, testing on the same devices they use is a must. Now, thanks to Smart Navigate and powerful advances in AI, testing is smarter, faster, and more accessible than ever before.

ZEISS Cincraft Scenario

Meet the only real-time camera tracking system that works indoors and outdoors, on film sets, with green and blue screens and in LED volumes. That uses natural markers, reflective markers and even digital markers on LED screens. That provides camera tracking data for real-time use and records it for post production. And that integrates lens characteristics to skip the cumbersome lens calibration process.

Meet ZEISS CinCraft Scenario. LED volumes. With distinct operating modes that excel in different places, users can easily choose the mode that is best suited for their project. No other system has this flexibility. CinCraft Scenario’s biggest differentiator is natural feature tracking. This allows the system to be used anywhere there is enough “detail” in the surrounding space, for example, brick walls, window frames and more. This is particularly useful outside or when shooting on sets that aren’t designed for virtual production. CinCraft Scenario can track non-randomly placed reflective markers. The system’s infrared

(IR) emitter allows the markers to be seen in the darkest of stages and the consistency of the markers allows for minimal operational support.

On top of this, CinCraft Scenario software provides an interactive guide to ensure optimal marker placement when setting up. Through a powerful synchronization feature, CinCraft Scenario is able to work with “Frame Remapping” technologies that are used on LED wall setups. By using different frame rates, this technology allows for markers to be hidden from the main film camera on the LED wall.

CinCraft Scenario allows for recording the camera tracking data during the production phase and handing it over to post production. Having tracking data available quickly and easily in post production can significantly reduce time and effort — especially in matchmoving. That means that camera tracking is now a major benefit to all productions involving VFX.

For live compositing for previsualization or in a virtual studio, CinCraft Scenario provides

real-time camera tracking data to neatly replace the green or blue screen on-site.

For these applications, knowing about the camera position and movement is not only an added value but a must. As with live compositing, camera tracking is an absolute must for virtual production in LED volumes. Knowing how the camera and lens are moving and behaving is vital to correctly render the visual effects in real time, that means getting the perspective and parallax right.

ZEISS CinCraft Scenario introduces a user experience designed to match the film crew’s workflow. It works with regular off-the-shelf equipment and is natively compatible with major camera and lens encoder systems to provide all the data the system needs to track properly. The integration of the ZEISS CinCraft lens characteristics database in the form of Virtual Lens Packages allows users to skip the cumbersome lens calibration process. CinCraft Scenario is plug and play when used with ZEISS and ARRI/ZEISS cinema lenses.

Zixi D2C Video Gateway

In the world of content distribution, there’s a pressing need for platforms to efficiently integrate live content channels from a diverse network of content partners. These partners often employ complex delivery methods, leading to significant variations in quality, stream consistency and mechanisms for protecting and monetizing programming. Developed in collaboration with prominent OTT providers such as Fubo, Paramount+ and AppleTV+, the Zixi D2C Video Gateway emerges as a comprehensive suite of tools designed to streamline the process of onboarding content partners. Offering seamless deployment and scalability across various operating environments, this solution encompasses all the necessary components to consolidate the ingest of live programming, irrespective of the method, protocol or format used by content partners for delivery.

The D2C Video Gateway efficiently pulls live feeds from partner content origins, hosted meet-me rooms or sets up redundant entry points for partners to push their content. Supporting over 18 IP video transport protocols and formats, along with deep compliance inspection and integrated processing for content normalization, the D2C Video Gateway ensures universal interoperability and simplifies onboarding operations. This enables video operations teams to add and manage live linear and event channels seamlessly.

Functioning as a modular D2C Video Gateway, Zixi’s Software-Defined Video Platform (SDVP) continuously validates live channel quality and compliance. It normalizes content partner feeds to align with downstream production workflow requirements, centralizes channel management, and delivers real-time actionable insights crucial for video teams to efficiently scale operations, allowing adopting broadcasters to maximize revenue.

The SDVP stands out as the sole live streaming software platform offering a wide range of protocols, alongside the pioneering Zixi protocol, for live video delivery.

Renowned for its congestion and network-aware capabilities, the Zixi protocol dynamically adjusts to varying network conditions, ensuring error-free video transmission over any IP network. With ultra-low latency and efficiency enhancements, the SDVP delivers unparalleled live video delivery performance over the Zixi Enabled Network, which boasts over 1,000 media companies and 400 technology partners globally.

The D2C Video Gateway enables video operations teams to engage faster and with fewer resource costs, delivering the scale, performance and agility that D2C platforms require. With it, distributors can manage the

ingest of live linear and event programming, conforming to existing workflows to deliver to regional, national and global audiences efficiently.

Moreover, the D2C Video Gateway organizes content partner feeds into highly intuitive and dynamic operational dashboards, providing actionable insights into current performance and analyzing health trends for specific channels over time. Problematic channels can be automatically quarantined before impacting downstream systems, and changes to program structure, performance, or quality can automatically generate detailed RCA reports.

In essence, the D2C Video Gateway offers operators the flexibility to rapidly onboard video channels delivered in any protocol, over any network, process into any format, and deliver to any target, making it an indispensable tool in the dynamic landscape of content distribution.

Software-Defined Video Platform (SDVP) - 5G

Zixi is the architect of the Software-Defined Video Platform (SDVP), a comprehensive solution for live IP video workflows, recognized as the industry’s most comprehensive. Future-proofing the platform, Zixi has seamlessly integrated support for managing 4K video streams on 5G networks within multi-access edge compute (MEC) infrastructure.

When it comes to broadcast-quality content, errors are simply not an option, and delivery across 5G networks is no exception. Drawing on over 15 years of ground-breaking innovation in live video delivery over IP networks, Zixi is uniquely positioned to enable new use cases for 5G delivery while upholding broadcast quality and reliability.

The emergence of 5G networks and MEC infrastructure presents exciting opportunities, and Zixi is at the forefront of bringing these to market. These opportunities include ultra-low latency live remote production, satellite rationalization for distribution, and new fan experiences both within and outside the venue. However, like all IP networks, 5G networks require protection against challenges such as jitter, congestion, signal interruption and degradation.

The Zixi SDVP has evolved to feature optimizations necessary for fully operationalizing live IP video delivery of pristine 4K video over 5G networks, effectively freeing production and distribution from traditional constraints. This new solution is revolutionizing the distribution of time-sensitive video with unprecedented low latency, all without compromising on image quality or broadcast reliability.

The SDVP automates critical functions essential to realizing the full benefits of 5G radio networks and MEC infrastructure:

Edge Presence: To leverage the high-performance, low-latency characteristics of 5G, video processing and management must be moved to the 5G edge. The SDVP achieves this by leveraging ultra-low latency access to AWS compute and storage services enabled by AWS Wavelength at the Verizon 5G Edge. This allows for the processing of vast amounts of UHD video and its compression for delivery to mobile devices.

1. Seamless Bonding of IP Networks: Accessing any radio network can introduce challenges to signal integrity, particularly in mobile applications or areas with high interference. The SDVP seamlessly bonds across diverse signal paths, including redundant 5G access points, Wi-Fi, and 4G LTE networks, ensuring uninterrupted video delivery crucial in live production and distribution workflows.

2. Network Aware Adaptive Bitrate: The Zixi protocol, being congestion and network-aware, dynamically adjusts to varying network conditions and employs

patented, dynamic Forward Error Correction techniques for errorfree video transport over 5G. This unique capability allows for the adaptation of video quality to available bandwidth, ensuring stream continuity for optimal Quality of Experience, even as signal strength or traffic congestion fluctuates.

These innovations have been demonstrated to facilitate pristine quality, ultra-low latency live 4K video backhaul for real-time production and distribution. Notably, they have been deployed for customers such as BloombergTV on Verizon and AWS Wavelength Zones infrastructure.

In an era witnessing the normalization of remote work and a proliferation in the ways programs reach viewers, Zixi’s SDVP offers the agility, reliability and broadcast-quality video securely from any source to any destination over flexible IP video routes.

Adobe Premiere Pro — Enhance Speech

The latest Adobe Premiere Pro innovations are making audio editing faster, easier and more intuitive than ever — saving experienced professionals valuable time while enabling newcomers to quickly access the tools they need.

Earlier in 2024, as part of a major audio editing workflow update, Adobe Premiere Pro launched a new AI-powered feature, Enhance Speech, which instantly removes unwanted noise and improves poorly recorded dialogue — making it sound like your audio was recorded in a professional studio — all in a single click.

Enhance Speech within Premiere Pro has been optimized to perform locally

on your machine, allowing you to run Enhance Speech on an unlimited number of clips.

How It Works

1. Select an audio clip containing dialogue on the timeline.

2. Open the Essential Sound panel and select Enhance to start the analysis.

A progress bar will appear in the Essential Sound panel to give an estimate of how long it will take to enhance the selected audio clip. This task occurs in the background, so you can continue

your editing workflow while the speech gets enhanced.

After the process is complete, the audio will be much clearer and the speech much more distinct, improving the overall quality of your dialogue recordings.

Mix Amount Control

Depending on the situation and specific clip, you may want more or less enhancement. With Mix Amount control, you can adjust the amount of enhancement you want to use by dragging the slider to the left or right.

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AWS Deadline Cloud

Studio creative teams generate the final frames for film, TV and other digital media through rendering, a process that takes 2D/3D digital content data and computes an output, such as an image or video file. To process these outputs, companies build “render farms,” which are costly and can take months to procure. Companies with on-premises rendering farms have fixed capacity, which can lead to project delays or missed deadlines. To avoid shortfalls, companies will provision for peak demand, resulting in oversized render farms that sit idle between delivery periods or use cloud resources to scale.

AWS Deadline Cloud is a fully managed service that simplifies render management for teams creating computer-generated 2D/3D graphics and VFX. Deadline Cloud helps creative teams start rendering in the cloud in minutes, scale more easily, and track project resources, so they can deliver faster, run more jobs in parallel, and improve cost control. It provides a dashboard and a step-by-step setup wizard that make it easy for users to create a cloud-based render farm that scales from zero to thousands of compute instances, without infrastructure management. Users can leverage Deadline Cloud’s native scheduler with Amazon EC2 Spot and On-Demand instances across CPU instance families for rendering, without infrastructure management, though users can leverage existing local resources with Deadline Cloud. Pay-as-you-go pricing and built-in budget management capabilities ensure customers pay only for the compute they consume and better understand rendering costs on a project-by-project basis.

Users can integrate their preferred

software with Deadline Cloud using an open source for render job submissions called Open Job Description (OpenJD). OpenJD is an extendable framework for studios, TDs or developers to build digital content creation (DCC) job submitters that describe all the requirements and options for a specified render job — compatible with multiple job schedulers. OpenJD enables users to freely integrate Deadline Cloud with current tools, custom submitters and schedulers.

Deadline Cloud’s cost tracking helps users understand how rendering on the cloud affects project budgets and reduces the time and effort required to configure, maintain and onboard artists to the rendering pipeline. Unlike existing solutions, Deadline Cloud enables direct integrations with other AWS services, using AWS accounts, so that users retain full control over their data and usage.

The Deadline Cloud workstation application associates IAM IDC

profiles with local credentials, so users can leverage on-premises workstations as well as cloud-based resources in the same pool, allowing studios to capitalize on the value of existing hardware while scaling with the cloud.

Since Deadline Cloud is run through an AWS account, content is highly secure and administrators cannot view unauthorized files. Deadline Cloud also features built-in integrations with popular DCC tools for design, modeling, animation, visual effects, compositing, finishing and rendering and 100+ customizations.

Deadline Cloud marks a significant step forward in cloud-based rendering, enabling holistic cloud-based workflows that realize the greatest benefits in cloud-based production. It provides both simplified access to powerful compute resources and the ability for deep customization, making it a prime candidate for 2024 NAB Award consideration.

AMD Alveo MA35D Advanced Media Accelerator

The Alveo MA35D media accelerator is cutting-edge technology revolutionizing interactive media applications. It is designed to support up to 32x 1080p60 streams, ensuring high channel density and superior video quality at ultra-low latency. The accelerator’s optimized architecture helps reduce rack space, network bandwidth and power consumption, making it an efficient solution for infrastructure and content providers to scale cost-effectively while delivering an optimal experience quality. By reducing both Capex and Opex, the Alveo MA35D media accelerator is a game-changer for the media industry.

The Alveo MA35D media accelerator is designed for interactive media applications streaming. It is based on a specialized ASIC architecture that offers the best economics in terms of cost, area

and power per stream. The accelerator is powered by two purpose-built video processing units (VPU) that feature multiple video encoders, a hardened scaler for implementing Adaptive Bitrate (ABR) ladders, a hardware compositor engine, an AI processor, video quality engines and more. Accelerating the entire video pipeline on a single device, the Alveo MA35D platform reduces data movement between CPU and accelerator. This maximizes channel density and minimizes chip-to-chip latency.

Highlights

Video Processing Unit for High Density, Ultra-Low Latency Streaming

• Specialized ASIC architecture reduces cost, area and power per stream

• Support for AV1, H.264, H.265 at latencies as low as 8ms (4Kp60)

• 8K max resolution

• AI-Enabled, Intelligent Video PipelineCompression efficiency helps reduce bandwidth at optimal video quality

• AI-enabled “smart streaming” enhances the quality of experience at lower bitrates

• Cost-Effectively Scale for Interactive Media Applications

• Providers can affordably scale for high-volume, real-time streaming

• Enables a new class of interactive media and monetization services

Appear’s XC Platform is a pivotal innovation in the IPTV and broadcast domain, serving as a comprehensive modular head-end platform designed to meet the evolving needs of content acquisition, compression and stream processing. Its standout feature is its versatility; the platform’s modular design allows for tailored configurations to suit various broadcast and IPTV demands, ensuring unparalleled efficiency and quality in live content production and delivery. What truly sets the XC Platform apart in its product class is its adeptness at supporting the transition to digital and IP-enabled broadcasting environments. In an era where the broadcast media industry is rapidly shifting towards more agile, digital-first strategies, the XC Platform’s ability to facilitate this transition with minimal disruption and maximal efficiency represents a significant leap forward. Its robustness in handling live content, combined with the efficiency it brings to stream processing, positions it as an essential tool for broadcasters looking to modernize their operations while maintaining high-quality service delivery.

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of digital transformation.

Moreover, Appear’s dedication to innovation is evident in the platform’s design, which prioritizes modularity and quality. These attributes not only ensure that the platform can adapt to the changing landscape of media production and distribution but also underline its commitment to supporting broadcasters’ needs in the face

A prime example of the XC Platform’s capabilities can be observed in its deployment by Norway’s national broadcaster, NRK. This collaboration exemplifies how the platform’s solutions have enabled NRK to enhance its content delivery, ensuring high-quality broadcasts with minimized latency and maximized efficiency. The project highlights the platform’s adaptability in real-world applications, showcasing its potential to meet the specific needs of broadcasters while pushing the boundaries of traditional broadcasting technologies.

“As the demand for premium live content continues to sky-

rocket, the need for rock-solid live linear delivery is essential”, said Henrik Slåen, head of Media Management and Publishing, NRK. “We were already using Appear’s X and XC Platforms because they fulfilled many of our requirements, and when we needed to expand our platform to enable us to take our media distribution into the future, they were a natural choice.”

In conclusion, the XC Platform by Appear stands out for its forward-thinking design, exceptional adaptability and commitment to quality. Its contribution to easing the transition into a digital, IP-enabled era for broadcasters underscores its value and relevance in today’s fast-changing media marketplace.

In the rapidly evolving landscape of broadcast technology, Appear’s X Platform emerges as a groundbreaking solution, setting a new standard for flexibility, efficiency and density in live production and broadcasting environments. With performance-enhancing capabilities unveiled at the 2024 NAB Show, this innovative platform is designed to meet the increasingly dynamic needs of today’s media businesses, offering unparalleled adaptability and scalability in a compact, energy-efficient package.

The X Platform distinguishes itself through its unique blend of market-leading density metrics and unrivalled flexibility. Capable of supporting a wide array of broadcast and OTT formats, the platform enables media companies to deliver high-quality content across multiple channels seamlessly. Its modular design allows for easy expansion and customization, ensuring that broadcasters can adapt to future demands without the need for significant overhauls or replacements.

One of the key features of the X Platform is its exceptional processing power, which enables the handling of more channels per rack unit than any other product in its class. This efficiency not only reduces the physical footprint required for operations but also significantly lowers power consumption, aligning with the industry’s growing focus on sustainability.

Moreover, the platform’s advanced IP capabilities ensure seamless integration into existing and future IP-based workflows, facilitating a smooth transition for broadcasters moving towards a fully digital, IP-enabled era. The X Platform’s support for the latest standards and protocols further underscores its commitment to future-proofing broadcast operations.

New enhancements unveiled at this year’s NAB Show further enhanced the X Platform’s spatial density and functional

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versatility, including:

• A new JPEG XS module, enabling the X Platform to process up to 96 full HD channels per chassis

• Unrivalled HEVC performance and flexibility, including leading density metrics for HD and UHD feeds per rack unit

• A new 100 Gb IP Gateway switch module, driving cost efficiencies and sustainability even further by pushing density boundaries and significantly increasing live media throughput

• The industry’s highest capacity accelerated SRT solution, making the internet ready for carrier-grade contribution and distribution

• Seamless integration with monitoring, management and analytics solutions from Dataminer, Grafana and Prometheus

In a market where agility and cost-effectiveness are paramount, Appear’s X Platform

stands out for its ability to deliver high-density, high-quality broadcasting solutions that do not compromise on performance or scalability. Its enhancements represent a pivotal advancement in live production technology, offering broadcasters the tools they need to navigate the complexities of the modern media landscape efficiently.

By addressing the critical challenges faced by the broadcast industry today, including the need for higher operational efficiency, flexibility in content delivery, and the transition to IP-based technologies, the X Platform sets a new benchmark for innovation and excellence in broadcast technology. It is not just an evolution in media processing and delivery; it is a comprehensive solution designed for the demands of tomorrow.

ARKONA TECHNOLOGIES

BLADE//runner — IP Audio Engine

Arkona’s new IP Audio Engine (IPA) is a software APP incorporated into the company’s BLADE//runner platform of software applications and programmable acceleration cards, which provide IP core infrastructure solutions for Tier-1 live broadcast productions. BLADE//runner’s functionalities include audio/video routing, compression, mixing and processing.

In short IPA is a fully featured high-capacity professional audio mixer for IP productions available as a software APP that can quickly be spun up and configured on-demand.

The IPA APP provides dedicated audio mixing, DSP and audio routing with a total capacity of up to 16,384 mono audio inputs and 12,288 outputs complete with compression, multiband equalizers, true peak monitoring and loudness metering as well as mono, stereo and multichannel mixes.

With a capacity of up to 8192 faders, it is powerful enough to support the audio requirements for even the most demanding live broadcast events.

The maximum delay from input to output is never more than two samples, and mixing and DSP instances can be cascaded/combined in any order without incurring additional delay.

The IPA APP provides full support for ST-2110, ST-2022, AES67 and the Ravenna IP standard.

In combination with the functionality already available in the BLADE// runner IP Gateway and Router (IPGR) and JPEG-XS (JXS) APPs, the new IPA APP completes the picture by providing the ability to easily and quickly spin up a fully featured audio and video live production infrastructure — on demand — with the performance and quality broadcasters are accustomed to receiving.

ATELIERE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGIES

Ateliere Connect GenAI

Ateliere aims to address longstanding media supply chain challenges through a holistic AI approach, where the entire Ateliere platform is driven by sophisticated, continuously learning engines. The company’s agile, cloudnative foundation already incorporates AI with the proprietary FrameDNA™ technology used by customers such as Lionsgate, MGM, and the World Poker Tour®. They have expanded the application of AI to more advanced use cases and integrated best-of-breed solutions into media supply chain workflows. This creates an integrated cognitive ecosystem that enables customers to leverage AI services into their operational workflows.

As a first iteration of these capabilities, Ateliere is addressing the challenges of managing massive libraries of content. Previously, dozens of operators had to spend countless hours to review incoming files to identify their titles, organize them and annotate with metadata or alternatively, adapt thousands of CSV and XML files to organize incoming content aggregated from multiple partners and providers multiplying the risks of mistakes from both sides, resulting in many more hours to manage those exceptions. Often these all came from different post-production and translation/sub/ dub houses, all using different naming conventions and metadata standards. At NAB 2024, the Ateliere team will present how we leverage Multimodal AI and GenAI to build a robot assistant that analyzes and associates any incoming file (video, audio, image, captions, etc.) with the right titles and descriptions. This automated chaos-to-order vision

reduces the onus on operators and minimizes the risks of lengthy and errorprone manual workflows. Additionally, Connect users will be able to utilize natural language to plan the processing, packaging, and delivery of content to OTT platforms through the GenAI assistant, which is aware of both the catalog and OTT platform requirements. Connect will also leverage the latest advancement to generate missing media files and reduce the friction companies face when dealing with global distribution that requires proper localization.

With the aid of these GenAI capabilities, customers will

no longer have to manually manage numerous incoming media files and their accompanying metadata manifest to organize their library. They won’t need to sift through it to comprehend and augment their content offerings for their customers and global audiences. This will accelerate and broaden the monetization of their content library. Their GenAI-powered companion will help them understand their content inventory, identify the requirements of various VOD/FAST platforms, and bridge any gaps. This will be achieved through natural language interaction, guided assistance, and automated processing.

BirdDog X1. X1 Ultra

Revolutionize your content creation experience with BirdDog X1 and X1 Ultra — PTZs like no other.

Experience category-defining smooth, controllable movement and stunning image quality with X1 and X1 Ultra, with Halo Tally and AI Tracking for pure live production magic.

Say hello to seamless connectivity with NDI® | HX3 and WiFi, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of technological excellence.

One more thing… X1 and X1 Ultra decode NDI® | HX at the same time! Say goodbye to guesswork with confidence monitoring or teleprompting output directly from your camera.

And here’s the final showstopper: an industry-first e-ink display that not only tells you everything you need to know, but stays brilliantly visible even when the camera is off!

Elevate your creativity and embrace innovation with X1 and X1 Ultra.

X1 Ultra - 4K 30

X1 - 1080p 60

Halo Tally

Professional results need professional tools. X1 and X1 Ultra sport the most visible and effective Tally system available. Up front with a large, daylight visible border, and out back with an interchangeable, illuminated numbering system. Your cast and crew will always know where to look to keep your audience engaged and your look polished.

AI Tracking

technology, intelligently following your subject’s movements in real time. Whether you’re orchestrating a live event, capturing spontaneous moments in a hybrid environment, or focusing on details in a TED talk, AI tracking helps you get well framed — without needing an octopus to run the controller.

Every production could use a little help from a friend. The X1 and X1 Ultra keep your subject in focus with AI tracking

NDI® | HX3

The X1 and X1 Ultra deliver superior network performance

via NDI® | HX3 integration. You get significantly reduced network impact and excellent image quality, meaning it’s more friendly in more network environments. BirdDog’s NDI® | HX3 surpasses the minimum certification parameters, delivering quality and performance you can count on.

Wi-Fi

No need to use cables to capture every shot. On top of regular Ethernet with PoE, X1 and X1 Ultra have built-in Wi-Fi functionality. Easily capture shots from spots where it’s hard to run cable, seamlessly integrating into any environment. Your setup just became a whole lot more flexible.

Integrated NDI® | HX Decoder

The X1 and X1 Ultra are the world’s first PTZ cameras featuring an NDI® | HX* Decoder designed specifically for confidence monitoring, return feeds or teleprompter usage. We’ve pulled all this connectivity into a single cable, radically simplifying how you interface with your equipment. Less gear. Less hassle. Whether you’re broadcasting live or delivering a CEO address, the integrated NDI® | HX decoder enables more engagement with less setup.

*NDI® | HX2 and NDI® | HX3 supported

E-Ink Label

The always-on e-Ink label on the X1 and X1 Ultra is a game-changer. From network addresses for easy access to controls through to customizable logos* to complement your brand image, this cool feature ensures that your set-up is clear and each camera easily identifiable even when the power is off.

Bitmovin’s Live Encoder, built upon the award-winning, filed-based Bitmovin VOD Encoder, delivers high-quality video and audio outputs on a platform that has been built with a focus on resilience and reliability.

BITMOVIN

Bitmovin Live Encoder

Currently, Bitmovin’s Live Encoder is the only Live Encoding SaaS platform on the market that allows customers to launch thousands of live channels or events in multiple cloud vendors globally at any time, with content owners able to distribute across multiple CDNs.

As a testament to the robustness of Bitmovin’s Live Encoder, it has recently been deployed by one of the world’s leading social media platforms with over 1 billion users to deliver over 6,000 live events worldwide, serving 600,000 live viewers daily.

Additionally, it was just announced that Bitmovin’s Live Encoder runs on Akamai’s Connected Cloud and reduces data transfer out (DTO) costs. The combination of Bitmovin Live Encoding and Akamai can optimize live streams and also reduce operation costs by as much as 90%. This joint Bitmovin and Akamai solution is currently being used by OneFootball, one of the world’s biggest football platforms, to deliver high-quality live streams at scale for the global community of soccer fans.

Key Benefits of Bitmovin’s Live Encoder

Effortless management: Developers and operation teams can manage live

streams from anywhere with a userfriendly web interface, with Bitmovin removing any concern for provisioning the underlying infrastructure.

Deep integrations: Bitmovin’s Live Encoder seamlessly integrates with users’ applications using Bitmovin’s comprehensive API.

Real-time control: Users can monitor streams, identify issues and receive alerts with advanced tools.

Broad compatibility: Support for RTMP, SRT and Zixi inputs and output to HLS and DASH for seamless delivery.

Additionally, the CPU-based nature of Bitmovin’s Live Encoder means it is built to scale at speed in cloud environments to support high concurrency. Moreover, it is one of the most resilient live encoders on the market, delivering rapid startup times, perfect for ad-hoc live events or DR solutions, and its highly resilient recovery on input loss, dual inputs and distributed architecture.

Since its launch, Bitmovin’s Live Encoder has served over

150 customers, from SMBs to national broadcasters and OTT platforms. One of its first customers, OKAST, leveraged the encoder on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud to achieve high-quality live streams with seamless transition to on-demand playback. This innovation contributed significantly to OKAST’s growth, with a 230% increase in customers, with 70% attracted by the enhanced live experience

The Bitmovin Live Event Encoder is also integrated with Grass Valley’s Agile Media Processing Platform (AMPP) and Vimond’s VIA CMS. On inputs it works well with Videon’s LiveEdge® contribution encoders Zixi Broadcasters, Osprey’s Talon 4K and a host of SRT Alliance partner devices, and can deliver DASH-IF to Unified Streaming’s Unified Origin, amplifying its ability to deliver streams in the highest quality imaginable. Additionally it’s recently tested compatibility with Google DFP, AWS Elemental MediaTailor, Yospace and Broadpeak.io SSAI platforms.

Blackmagic PYXIS 6K

Blackmagic PYXIS 6K (U.S. $2,995) is a next-generation digital film camera that features a versatile box design, a massive 36x24mm 6K sensor with 13 stops of dynamic range, dual CFexpress media recorders and a USB-C expansion port for recording direct to external flash media disks or an SSD, all in a customizable body. It’s available in three models: L-Mount, PL or Locking EF lens mounts. Multiple mounting points and accessory side plates make it easy to configure Blackmagic PYXIS. The PYXIS’ compact body is made from precision CNC-machined aerospace aluminum, which means it is lightweight yet very strong. In addition to the multiple 1/4inch and 3/8-inch thread mounts on the top and bottom of the body, Blackmagic PYXIS has a range of side plates that further extend their ability to mount accessories such as handles, microphones or even SSDs. Blackmagic PYXIS features a massive full frame sensor with a native resolution of 6048x4032, almost three times larger than a Super 35 sensor, allowing customers to shoot with a shallow depth of field or to use anamorphic lenses uncropped for a true cinematic look. Whether shooting in bright sunlight or in almost no light at all, the 13 stops of dynamic range with dual native ISO up to 25,600 provide low noise images in all lighting conditions.

Using the full area of the sensor gives customers a unique open gate 3:2 image, which also lets customers reframe their shots in post production. The large sensor also allows for working in true 6:5 anamorphic without cropping, making widescreen cinematic images more detailed and in higher resolution than previously possible. Blackmagic PYXIS can shoot in all standard resolutions and frame rates from HD up to DCI 4K and even 6K.

Customers can even shoot stills at 24.6 megapixels. Blackmagic PYXIS will shoot up to 36 fps at 6048x4032 3:2 open gate or 60 fps at 6048x2520 2.4:1 and 60 fps at 4096x2160 4K DCI. For higher frame rates customers can window the sensor and shoot up to 100 fps at 2112x1184 Super 16.

Blackmagic PYXIS records in Blackmagic RAW to preserve control of detail, exposure and color during post production. It also records HD H.264 proxies, in addition to the camera original media when recording in real time, making it easy to share media around the world in minutes. This means images always maintain unprecedented resolution and quality for color, keying, compositing, reframing, stabili-

zation and tracking in HD, 4K or 6K. When uploading to Blackmagic Cloud, simply connect an Apple or Android phone to the USB-C port and Blackmagic PYXIS will configure for mobile data. Additionally, connect via wired Ethernet using the camera’s Ethernet port.

Blackmagic PYXIS features a builtin hardware streaming engine that supports RTMP and SRT streaming to YouTube, Facebook, X and more. For internet access, connect via Ethernet or connect a 4G or 5G phone for mobile data. View the stream status and data rate in the viewfinder and the camera’s LCD.

Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K

Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K (from US$14,995) features a revolutionary new sensor with larger photo-sites leading to an astounding 16 stops of dynamic range. The unique RGBW architecture provides equal amounts of red, green and blue pixels, optimized to deliver incredibly rich colors at all resolutions, providing the ultimate in image quality and flexibility.

The full sensor area provides a 3:2 open gate image for reframing shots in post or shoot anamorphic and deliver in a range of aspect ratios with 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.66, 1.8 and 2x de-squeeze factors. Shoot in 4K, 8K or 12K using the entire sensor without cropping, retaining the full field of view of the lenses. There are even 9K Super 35 4-perf, 3-perf and 2-perf modes.

The fold out monitor has a large 5-inch HDR touch screen on one side and an external color status LCD on the other. There’s a dedicated assist station with a second 5-inch HDR touch screen for working around the camera without needing external monitors, and there’s a dedicated focus puller’s mode to help get perfect focus.

7-pin Lemo and 3-pin Fischer connec tors at the front provide record start/ stop and 24V power, ideal for on-board accessories such as focus motors. A 24V 8-pin Lemo connection provides camera power with additional 2-pin Lemo 12V connection at the rear for lower voltage accessories.

ule CF, which has dual CFexpress slots.

URSA Cine includes a high-performance OLPF that is precisely matched to the sensor. The OLPF incorporates updated IR filtering that improves far red color response which, when combined with Blackmagic RAW processing, preserves color and critical image detail for new levels of image fidelity.

URSA Cine has ultra-fast, high

URSA Cine supports creating a small H.264 proxy file in addition to the camera original media when recording. This means the small proxy file can upload to Blackmagic Cloud in seconds, so media is available back at the studio in real time.

URSA Cine features a built-in hardware streaming engine that supports RTMP and SRT streaming to major platforms or directly to clients. Simply connect to

the internet via Ethernet, high-speed Wi-Fi or even connect a 4G or 5G phone for mobile data. URSA Cine comes with everything needed to get started on set. It comes in a Pelican case with custom foam cutouts. The PL lens mount comes preinstalled on the camera body, and an interchangeable locking EF mount is also included. The 8TB Media Module comes pre- installed, formatted, and ready to record.

Gen-IC is a cloud-managed virtual intercom service enabling real-time partyline workflows without the need for intercom hardware. Simple to deploy, configure and manage, Gen-IC is scalable for both small

and large teams while also providing a wide range of connectivity to existing onsite intercom systems.

Gen-IC is securely available worldwide over the

public internet and cellular networks and backed by Clear-Com’s pioneering experience and customer support.

COBALT DIGITAL

INDIGO OG-2110-BIDI4-GATEWAY

The INDIGO OG-2110-BIDI4-GATEWAY product is a high-density bidirectional converter between SDI and SMPTE ST 2110 IP streams in openGear form factor. It can take up to four SDI signals up to 1080p60 or one SDI signal up to 4K, and transmit over IP uncompressed using SMPTE ST 2110, with support for video, audio and ancillary data. Simultaneously, it can take up to four ST 2110 combined flows (video, audio and ancillary data) up to 1080p60, or one combined flow up to 4K, and output to SDI. Since this technology is provided in openGear form factor, it includes all the advantages of that ecosystem: common frame, redundant hot-swappable power supplies, hot-swappable cards and a common control system.

Cobalt is introducing the INDIGO OG-2110-BIDI4-GATEWAY to provide a costeffective solution to the conversion between SMPTE ST 2110 streams and SDI, in openGear form factor. The card is a bidirectional gateway between SDI and ST 2110, for applications that do not need processing. It features four SDI inputs, four SDI outputs, and two cages supporting 10 Gbps and 25 Gbps SFPs. It supports simultaneous transmission and reception

of up to four streams up to 1080p60 or one stream up to 4K.

Its key features are support for ST 2022-7 seamless switching, up to Class-C WAN operation; and control via the openGear DashBoard application and/or through inband/out-of-band NMOS IS-04/IS-05.

Each stream supports:

• One ST 2110-20 (baseband) or ST 2110-22 (JPEG-XS - optional) video essence.

• Up to two ST 2110-30 audio essences, each capable of up 16 channels.

The unit features a full audio router, allowing the user to mix and match channels between ST 2110 and SDI.

• One ST 2110-40 ancillary data essence.

• Support for reception of content that is not PTP-locked (IPMX-compatible).

The openGear form factor allows the INDIGO OG-2110-BIDI4-GATEWAY to easily integrate in existing deployments. For applications requiring high channel counts, up to five cards can be installed in an openGear frame, for a total of 20 input and 20 output channels. This creates a cost-effective gateway solution

for applications that do not require signal manipulation.

Broadcasters are migrating to IPbased production, and in the facility, this means ST 2110. Since there are still large numbers of devices with SDI interfaces (cameras, playout servers, monitors, etc.), it is necessary to convert between such devices and ST 2110 at the edges. The product provides the required functionality at a high density, in a common industrystandard frame (openGear), in a costeffective manner.

A modern IP-based production facility is designed around SMPTE ST 2110 baseband signals over IP. This has many advantages, including simplified routing and multiplexing (especially audio), straightforward cabling and ease of expansion. However, a large portion of the legacy equipment still uses SDI. This product provides bulk conversion between ST 2110 and SDI at the edges of the network, in a dense and costeffective manner.

CuttingRoom is a cloud-based video editor for seamlessly capturing, editing and publishing content. Making its debut at the NAB Show, the new Growing Live Timeline feature allows editors to work on live feeds in real time, seamlessly integrating live broadcast content into the post-production workflow. This functionality is designed to reduce the delay between the capture of live events and the availability of footage for editing, enhancing the efficiency of video production workflows.

The platform is designed for the modern video production team, offering a comprehensive, collaborative and accessible editing environment. By facilitating real-time work on live feeds, CuttingRoom speeds up the editing process and opens up new creative possibilities. This is especially impactful for live event coverage, news broadcasting and sports, allowing for the streaming of edited content concurrently with live events. In an era demanding swift content delivery, CuttingRoom offers an unparalleled advantage. Its cloud-based nature provides several key benefits, including a responsive user interface, quick ingest and upload times, and rapid rendering and publishing capabilities. This makes CuttingRoom an ideal solution for those seeking a scalable, flexible video editing platform that supports remote collaboration and meets the demands of today’s fast-paced media landscape.

CuttingRoom simplifies video editing with features for capturing content directly from live streams, mobile apps or connected cloud services. The platform supports real-time collaboration, enabling users to adjust video frames, create or import multilayer graphics, and produce video clips in various formats. Direct sharing to connected social media

CUTTING ROOM AS CuttingRoom

channels streamlines the distribution process, making it highly efficient to reach a wide audience.

The platform’s extensive integrations with external cloud servers and media platforms, including MAM systems like Mimir, Iconik or VIA, and cloud storage services like AWS S3, Wasabi, Backblaze or Dropbox, ensure a seamless workflow from capture to publication. Its cloud-native architecture means users can access CuttingRoom from anywhere with an internet connection without worrying about installations, updates or maintenance.

Key features demonstrated at the NAB Show include the Growing Live Timeline, multitrack video editing, and a powerful graphics engine for full motion graphics support. These advancements

highlight CuttingRoom’s commitment to providing professional-grade editing tools within an easy-to-use interface, enabling users to start projects quickly, find necessary footage, and publish across any platform.

In summary, CuttingRoom sets a new standard in video editing by eliminating traditional post-production delays and offering a scalable, accessible solution for today’s dynamic video production requirements. Its unique combination of live feed integration, cloud-based collaboration, and comprehensive feature set positions it as a leading choice for professionals looking to increase output and engage audiences with high-quality video content.

GLENSOUND DARK DAWN 1616M

This is the first of a new generation of the industry standard, DARK Dante/ AES67 interfaces. The DARK DAWN range of interfaces are multichannel analog and AES input/output devices intended to be installed in a studio setting where cosmetic appearance is important, in addition to providing the legendary robustness of the original DARK 1616.

As the name implies, the 1616M is a 16-channel device with the channels assigned in pairs 16 in, 16 out. The inputs are mic/line/48v phantom power switchable. Channel gain can be adjusted from the front panel or remotely via GlenController or UDP control on a separate network connection.

Network connections are via AES67compliant Dante or RAVENNA. The front panel also includes 16 individual channel meters plus a single hi-res meter for setting individual channel level and a 1/4-inch headphone socket for the monitoring of all input or output channels. Power is from twin multimode AC supplies at the rear of this 1u rack mounting unit. The front panel is beautifully machined from a single block of alumini-

um with no screwheads or connectors visible to enhance its appearance.

The analog connections are using D25 connectors to AES59 standard (Tascam wiring convention), which gives the option of many suppliers of reasonably priced break out cables of various configurations. The inputs can be switched between mic, line and 48-volt phantom power. The high-quality microphone amplifiers can be controlled remotely with the Dark Controller Windows 10/11 app. This allows the remote setting of the input selection, gain adjustment and input on/off. A meter is provided for each input on the app to monitor the input level and help with setting the gain. The app provides the ability to lock out other users from controlling the unit and this can be password protected to prevent unauthorized alteration of settings.

Resilience is paramount in a broadcast environment, so it is no surprise to learn that redundancy is built in to the DARK DAWN. The 1616M has redundant AC power supplies and redundant network links with link status GPOs (General Purpose Outputs) driven by solid

state relays. Both primary and secondary network links are provided with RJ45 connections for conventional copper and SFP connections for fibre. Seamless changeover is provided by the redundant link system so there is no loss of audio if a connection fails.

The primary and secondary network interfaces are routed internally via a network switch. This allows it to be set as a network switch instead of the default redundancy mode. In this case, there would be just one link to the Dante network and other network devices could be connected to the other switch connections. Once this has been set up, DARK DAWN 1616M units can be directly connected to each other with no additional external network hardware.

Four bright LED status alarms on the front panel indicate the status of the power supplies and the primary and secondary local network links. In parallel, the GPO connections can be connected to external alarm systems for failure notifications.

On-Prem and Hybrid Video Networking

GlobalM’s cutting-edge on-prem and hybrid networking solution marks a huge advancement in video networking technology. This seamless platform caters to a diverse array of users, including network operators, broadcasters, newsrooms, sports federations and event producers. It offers users the ability to exponentially scale in real time, adapting to the needs of modern video workflows and responding to audience demand.

The software-defined video network (SDVN) technology seamlessly integrates with major cloud providers like AWS and OpenStack, empowering users to flexibly route traffic through local networks, direct internet or cloud services. This robust solution caters to both occasional and permanent video services, offering versatility in scalability and efficiency for video contribution, distribution and remote production.

GlobalM’s platform stands out with its support for SRT or RIST services, providing integration with cloud services for dynamic scaling. This offers an alternative to traditional static gateways and facilitates more flexible and efficient video delivery over existing networks.

The platform’s focus on security and compliance, includes 128-bit AES to 256bit AES encryption, adhering to industry standards, and aiding organizations in meeting stringent compliance and compatibility requirements. GlobalM’s user-friendly interface and automated workflows simplify video distribution, making advanced video management accessible to users of all skill levels.

This advanced software-defined video network is positioned to revolutionize broadcast-quality IP contribution and distribution, serving multiple sectors such as news, sports, business, culture and

entertainment. With its ability to scale networks, operate in professional protocols, and ensure ARQ interoperability with security, GlobalM emerges as an ideal substitute, hybrid workflow or backup solution to traditional fibre and satellite services, offering unmatched flexibility and substantial cost reductions.

Catering to a diverse range of users ensures that the SDVN technology is versatile and can address the unique needs of different stakeholders in the video industry. This inclusivity promotes widespread adoption and usability, contributing to a more comprehensive and integrated video ecosystem.

The ability for an SDVN to seamlessly integrate with major cloud providers like AWS and OpenStack is crucial for flexibility in routing traffic. This empowers users to choose between local networks, direct internet or cloud services, enabling efficient resource utilization, scalability and adaptability. Such integration reflects the overall industry shift towards cloud-based solutions and enhances the agility of video

networking infrastructure.

A network’s flexibility to cater to both occasional and permanent video services is essential for meeting the dynamic demands of live events and filebased delivery. Scalability and efficiency in video contribution, distribution and remote production ensure users can adapt to varying workloads and operational requirements. This adaptability is fundamental in optimizing resource usage and maintaining cost-effectiveness as broadcasters and content owners are placed under increasing pressure.

Supporting both SRT and RIST services is significant for integration and achieving dynamic scaling. This offers an alternative to traditional static gateways and enhances flexibility and efficiency in video delivery. Leveraging existing networks and infrastructure becomes more accessible. The emphasis on security, including features like 128-bit AES to 256-bit AES encryption and adherence to industry standards, is vital for safeguarding video content and meeting compliance requirements.

Magellan™ Connect

Imagine Magellan Connect completes a critical link in the evolving cloud/ground hybrid workflows of our customers. A first-of-its-kind offering, Magellan Connect extends the routing control plane into the cloud, incorporating intelligent pathsharing and switching functions so that operationally, the cloud and ground act the same and have access to the same sources and destinations. It creates an end-to-end routing environment that enables simple “single-take routing” to connect signals, regardless of whether they originate on-prem or in-cloud.

Magellan Connect extends the capabilities of Imagine’s wellestablished Magellan Control System — which is equally compatible with SDI, SMPTE ST 2110, VSF TR-08 JPEG XS and MPEG-2 TS signals — to the cloud. Modelling the traditional routing system paradigm, Magellan Connect gives users a simple source-destination

“take” operating method to get the right signal to the right place — ground or cloud or hybrid — leveraging established encoding and secure delivery techniques for signal transport along the ground/ cloud signal path.

As television operations teams evaluate cloud-based approaches to augmenting their traditional on-prem solutions — whether for disaster recovery or for operational capability expansion — livesignal connectivity is a paramount concern. Magellan Connect addresses these needs head-on, providing the same kinds of critical signal-management capability, through the same kinds of operational tools and interfaces, regardless of whether the channel is running on the ground or in the cloud.

As teams are continually optimizing the mix of ground and cloud services to meet the exact needs of their business, it is clear

that operational flexibility is the main benefit of any cloud solution. Magellan Connect provides this flexibility of signal management — connecting sources and destinations in a consistent, familiar operational paradigm across ground, cloud and mixed scenarios. It provides unique capabilities to the critical infrastructure of cloud-based channel origination systems, giving master control operators access to the same scope of source signals whether the channel is running on-prem or from the cloud.

Imagine recognizes that the mix of ground and cloud is subject to individual economic and operational considerations. With the launch of Magellan Connect, we are helping customers leverage the benefits of both deployment models, maintain a consistent operational approach, and transition to the cloud at a pace that works with their business.

INSYNC TECHNOLOGY

MCC-HD2

Problem Solved

The MCC-HD2 addresses three key challenges: Loss of broadcaster revenue via subscriber churn and advertiser/sponsor loss due to poor content quality delivered to devices (TV, computer, tablet or mobile device); high operational cost of traditional larger, high-power consumption standards converters; and production environmental impact.

USP in One Sentence

MCC-HD2 sets a new gold standard for frame-rate conversion, offering unprecedented efficiency with 35W per channel, alongside superior quality and low operational cost in an unmatched 1RU, dual-channel chassis.

Detailed Description

In the broadcast industry, subscriber and sponsor loyalty is fickle; even a minor flaw can result in losses for premium and global content providers. Utilizing supervised machine learning (ML), InSync has developed complex but efficient algorithms within an FPGA, offering world-leading conversion quality with low latency, low power (35W per channel vs. 500W offered by other competing devices) and all in a single rack unit (RU). The FPGA deployment allows for flexible I/O, including an industry-first HD converter with ST 2110 integration for efficient, high-speed and very high-quality production.

The MCC-HD2 represents the next generation in quality for motion compensated conversion technology, offering broadcast-

ers a suite of world’s first features for a modern solution:

• Dual HD Video Conversion: Simultaneously convert two HD video channels within a single RU chassis, optimizing space in rack rooms.

• Broad Compatibility: Supports ST 2110, 2022-07, NMOS and SDI, facilitating seamless integration into modern workflows.

• Energy Efficiency: With a power consumption of only 35W per channel, it offers significant cost savings, able to reduce electricity expenses by approximately $1,200-$1,500 annually per unit/ channel.

• HDR Conversion: The device boasts improved HDR/SDR capabilities for a more streamlined experience.

• FPGA Technology: Incorporates the latest FPGA advancements for superior performance.

• Custom LUTs: Features custom LUT advancements for precise color grading and conversion.

• Additional Features: Includes new functionalities such as SNMP, ANC Bridge and Metadata passthrough, enhancing control and data management.

• Audio Compatibility: Offers Dolby E and Atmos passthrough, maintaining audio integrity through the conversion process.

Easy to use, the MCC-HD2’s compact yet powerful design is complemented by an intuitive interface accessible both on-device and remotely via a HTML5 web UI. Designed with both SDI and IP-based workflows in mind, it allows for the swift and cost-effective adoption of state-of-the-art frame rate conversion. InSync’s renowned video conversion capabilities, including motion adaptive de-interlacing, HDR conversion and aspect ratio conversion, are all integral to the MCC-HD2, ensuring top-tier video quality.

Now more than ever, broadcasters are looking for more ways to distinguish themselves from user-generated content or even pirated channels. Motion artifacts can ruin fan favorite moments, sour sponsor relationships through obscured adverts and push audiences away from official channels. The gold-standard motion compensated conversion algorithms of InSync are designed for fast-paced sports action and ensure content looks its very best wherever the destination.

InSync’s commitment to efficiency, coupled with continuous innovation, positions MCC-HD2 as an industry leader, delivering superior quality, cost-effectiveness and unmatched flexibility in the broadcasting technology sector.

8K VVC Live-Streaming (SpinEnc/SpinPlayer) Powered by Intel Scalable Xeon Processors

World’s first 8K 60-FPS HDR VVC Live Encoding, OTT Streaming and decoding Spin Digital’s Intel CPU-based encoder (Spin Enc Live) incorporates cutting-edge video compression algorithms for VVC live encoding as well as optimizations for the latest 4th Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors architectures:

• Optimized VVC for live: The Versatile Video Coding (VVC)/H.266 codec significantly improves quality and reduces bitrate over HEVC and, at the same time, facilitates the adoption of new-generation 8K live applications in internet streaming, broadcasting and immersive VR experiences. Spin Digital has developed advanced coding algorithms for VVC under real-time constraints.

• 8K 60-fps real-time encoding: The encoder has been extensively optimized for the 4th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processors, including a highly scalable multithreading framework, and SIMD optimizations for Intel AVX-512 instructions and Intel DL Boost Vector Neural Network Instructions (VNNI). As a result, the encoder is able to deliver 8K 60-fps 10-bit HDR VVC (and 8K 120-fps HEVC) video in real time in very high quality and low bitrate.

On-site NAB Show demonstration of live 8K 60-FPS 10-bit HDR VVC encoding, streaming and playback was showcased, including:

• 8K 60-fps VVC real-time encoding: Spin Digital’s Spin Enc Live encoder running on a server based on the 4th Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processors.

• 8Kp60 VVC playback: The 8K VVC video is live streamed to Spin Digital Media Player (Spin Player), an optimized VVC

software playback application running on a compact PC with an Intel Core i9-13900K CPU. The player is connected to an 8K TV using an HDMI 2.1 interface to display a true 8K format with 60 FPS, 10-bit and HDR protected by HDCP 2.2 content protection.

• 8Kp60 HDR content by Intel and NHK: Courtesy of NHK, Intel showcased stunning 8Kp60 10-bit HDR (more, faster and better pixels) footage that demonstrates the 8K VVC live streaming workflow.

Key Features:

https://spin-digital.com/products/spin_ enc_live/

Real-time VVC and HEVC software encoder optimized for high-end live applications in UHD broadcast, Internet streaming, and immersive media.

• Advanced VVC and HEVC software encoders

• High-end live encoding

• Professional video

• Perception-optimized encoding

• Adaptive bit rate (ABR) live streaming

• 8K-to-8K live transcoding

• Support for the ARIB Standard (STD-B32)

• Next-generation audio (NGA)

• Designed for live applications

• Flexible input interface

• Multiple streaming formats

• Cloud streaming support

• Low latency

• Cost-Effective and scalable

Usage and Awards:

Deployed by Intel to deliver 8K/60FPS/HDR

Live (HEVC version) at Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 and 8K VR live for the Beijing Winter Olympic Games 2020, this is 44th Sports Emmy-nominated and won Hollywood’s DEG Entech Award 2023, Infinity Festival Monolith Award 2023, iABM Project of the Year Award for pioneering 8K live distribution over the open internet.

MTI FILM

CORTEX Enterprise V6.0

MTI Film, a leading innovator in post-production software, previewed CORTEX V6.0, a major new release of its industry-standard workflow management platform, at the 2024 NAB Show in Las Vegas. CORTEX V6.0 will introduce transformative artificial intelligence technology, based on the

company’s MTai framework, that will unify, automate and streamline workflows from on-set to final packaging.

MTI Film’s MTai framework is a system of robust tools for automating project management, dailies, quality control, content packaging and other critical post-production tasks.

CORTEX V6.0 will incorporate several automation advancements including MTai Prompt Interface, which will make workflow management simpler and more intuitive, and MTai Watch Folder Management, which will facilitate fully automated workflows.

MWARETV

TV Platform With Integrated No Code App Builder

The MwareTV TV Management system (TVMS) is a comprehensive platform, giving the network operator all the functionality they need to set up, run and monetize a sophisticated streaming service. Everything is included from storage and asset management to delivery; scheduling to commercials insertion; subscriber registration to marketing.

From the consumer point of view, they need to access the service on whichever device they choose to use at that moment, whether it is a handheld, a computer or a smart TV. It should be tempting and engaging, drawing the user into the service, showing what content is available across the whole bouquet, encouraging them to explore further and get even more from the programming on offer. It must also make it easy to manage subscriptions, upselling where appropriate and ensuring that retention and renewal is simple and certain.

This used to be an expensive and time-consuming blockage. Now, MwareTV has completely eliminated the block, by providing a simple, absolutely code-free way to design your perfect user experiences. You simply drag and drop the graphics elements, functionality buttons and text into place with the underlying software making all the connectivity work.

The MwareTV App Builder provides drag-and-drop app creation for all the common platforms, including iOS, Android, AndroidTV, TVOS, FireTV, WebOS, Tizen, KaiOS, Roku, WebTV and will soon support the Lightning Framework. It includes starter templates, but absolutely everything is completely customizable with nine menu types, 33 home page widgets and a practically unlimited number of setups.

The MwareTV App Builder is a com-

pletely intuitive yet powerful no code development tool, incorporated within the TVMS environment. It allows the operator to create precisely the physical and functional design of apps and web browser clients to meet their needs, with absolutely free control over the branding and layout.

And, because it is an integral part of the MwareTV TVMS platform, there is no need for complicated connectivity and integration efforts. Build the app and it connects directly and simply into the management system. There is no faster way to create a complete, truly end-to-end streaming service to attract and retain subscribers.

The platform is completely cloud-hosted. A fully working proof-

of-concept service can be up and running in half a day; the full service online in a week or two. MwareTV can even provide fully licensed media and channels to take away the perceived challenges of negotiating with content owners. And because it is cloud-hosted, it is infinitely and instantly scalable, with hosting costs directly linked to revenues so you pay as you grow.

MwareTV transforms the way rich streaming services are built, maintained and delivered, by abstracting the technology from the operation. A key part of that is the App Builder that is embedded in the software solution. It extends the simple, intuitive, no-coding approach all the way to the consumer experience.

5G MT-UHD Wireless Transmitter

NEP’s 5G MT-UHD (MiniTx) is the world’s smallest 5G-enabled, low-latency UHD wireless video transmitter. Building on the success of the award-winning MiniTx UHD RF-enabled wireless transmitter, the engineers at Broadcast Sports International (BSI) kept the compact profile and high-quality video encoding technology and added the latest 5G new radio (NR) technology. This allows the MiniTx to deliver fast and reliable connectivity, even in areas with high network congestion. Along with 5G NR coverage, high-quality video encoding, integrated camera control, and low latency, the 5G MT-UHD MiniTx can support a single UHD video or up to four independent HD video feeds up to 1080p59, providing the ability to capture and transmit multiple videos simultaneously.

Key Features Include:

• Ultra-Compact Size (92×58×32 mm) — Makes it incredibly portable and easy to deploy in a wide variety of scenarios.

• Various Transmission Modes — Supports RTP, Call, Listen and RdV; providing flexibility across multiple applications.

• Worldwide 5G NR Coverage Via FR1/FR2 Bands — Provides better coverage, faster speeds and improved reliabilty compared to solutions that rely on Wi-Fi or bonded-cellular data connections.

• Integrated GNSS Receiver and Wi-Fi — Offers additional capabilities for location tracking and wireless

connectivity for control and updates.

• Low Latency — Supports realtime transmission of video and audio, which plays a vital role in live event broadcasting applications.

• Support of Video Formats Up to 2160p59 — Supports highquality video formats up to 4K resolution at a high frame rate.

• HEVC and AVC Encoding at 10Bit 4:2:2 — Allows for efficient compression of high-quality video with low bandwidth usage.

• HDR Capability — Provides a wider range of colors and brightness levels for more realistic and immersive video experiences.

• Integrated 9-Axis Inertial Sensor — Improves capabilities for motion sensing and saves time when searching for a specific camera angle.

By recognizing the 5G MTUHD MiniTx, the committee would be acknowledging NEP’s commitment to developing innovative solutions for the broadcast industry and their positive impact on content creators. Such recognition will encourage further innovation of RF solutions and inspire the adoption of cuttingedge technologies that drive real business and creative benefits, elevating the entire broadcasting ecosystem.

Nimbra Connect iT emerges as a revolutionary platform tailored for small-to-medium live transport networks, focusing on simplifying the integration, maintenance and scaling of media workflows. Its standout feature is the effortless integration capability, enabling businesses to seamlessly merge their media operations with existing infrastructures and internet connectivity opportunities.

With customers in the business of creating compelling content, Nimbra Connect iT stands out by offering an effortlessly integrated, scalable and lowmaintenance live media solution allowing customers to focus on just that, making great content.

Nimbra Connect iT

Deployment is designed with simplicity and ease of integration in mind, with the network building from virtual software modules, to get started with as little as two modules and start managing content delivery, the ability to deploy the solution in minutes and then rinse and repeat as the time comes to expand gives an unmatched ease of entry into the market for a system with advanced features. The integration layer is powered by an Open API, ensuring the product not only deploys easily but also harmonizes with a variety of systems and tools, facilitating a streamlined and efficient workflow.

Nimbra Connect iT revolutionizes live internet transport workflows with its effortless deployment and simplified maintenance for small-to-medium networks. Designed for scalability from

a simple point of entry, it ensures easy operation without the hassle of onerous management overhead. The transparent business approach, backed by an Open API, ensures cost-effective workflow integration, empowering content creators and broadcasters to expand their reach and explore new revenue opportunities.

The maintenance of Nimbra Connect iT is designed to be minimal, promoting a trouble-free operation that doesn’t require constant oversight. This aspect is crucial for entities aiming to minimize operational distractions and focus more on content creation

and delivery. Moreover, the solution’s architecture is inherently scalable. It is built to accommodate growth, enabling users to enhance their network’s capabilities as their business expands, without facing the complexities often associated with scaling up. It is designed with the future in mind, providing tools and features that help users not just manage their content but also expand their audience reach. It opens up new avenues for revenue by enabling access to ubiquitous connectivity on demand and the chance to target wider audiences and facilitating the exploration of new market opportunities with the crippling traditionally associated costs.

Nimbra Connect iT deserves to win because it represents a significant leap forward in simplifying and optimizing media workflow management for small-tomedium networks. This innovative solution stands out for its ability to effortlessly integrate with existing infrastructures, thanks to its open API and user-friendly design, enabling a seamless and efficient workflow that significantly reduces the setup and operational complexities associated with media operations.

In conclusion, Nimbra Connect iT’s combination of effortless integration, minimal maintenance, scalability and a strong focus on efficient content delivery makes it a deserving winner. It not only addresses the current challenges faced by media networks but also positions them for future growth and success in an increasingly competitive landscape.

NORIGIN MEDIA

White-Label FAST App

Linear TV and FAST channels are changing the way audiences stream TV. We help content providers and broadcasters launch their branded apps across CTV devices like Samsung Tizen, LG WebOS and Android TV using our White-Label FAST App. The White Label product is invented for a FAST provider to be able to go D2C in a quick and cost-efficient matter.

In an era where broadcasters seek agility to control costs and fortify their EBITDA, the industry is witnessing a pivotal shift. Media organizations are intensively focusing on optimizing their operations to drive revenue and reach. Amidst this landscape of pragmatism and consolidation, the transformation from a digital skin to a digital core is not just aspirational — it’s imperative. Broadcasters require scalable, efficient solutions that seamlessly integrate into a mixed ecosystem of both legacy and cutting-edge technologies.

ON-HERTZ

Artisto

pioneering capability facilitates the dynamic deployment of solutions on virtual machines (VMs) and through hypervisors, empowering a new era of flexibility and scalability in broadcast production.

Responding to this need is Artisto, On-Hertz’s flagship audio-first production software. Artisto embodies the convergence of innovation and versatility, offering an unparalleled solution for broadcast production. Its design philosophy centers on eliminating the constraints of traditional hardware and offering optimized workflows, propelling broadcasters into a future where agility and efficiency are not just achievable but are the foundations of their operations.

The latest update of Artisto marks a significant leap forward, positioning it at the forefront of industry innovation. Remarkably, this update introduces native support for ST 2110 on standard Network Interface Cards (NICs), a feat previously unattainable in audio production solutions. This

Coupled with this is Artisto’s unique audio gateway functionality, which allows for the seamless routing and shuffling of a broad array of audio over IP (AoIP) protocols. This feature ensures complete transparency for users, enabling a fluid and intuitive experience across various audio protocols, including SMPTE ST 2110, Dante, Livewire+, SIP, WebRTC, NDI, SRT and more.

These two major updates align perfectly with the objectives of our customers, addressing their pressing needs for agility and efficiency. Artisto’s adaptability across commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) infrastructure, as well as compatibility with bare metal, VMs, Windows, Linux platforms and Docker, underscores its position as the ultimate toolkit

for audio routing, mixing, processing and monitoring.

By enabling broadcasters to overcome the limitations of traditional hardware and embrace the benefits of virtualization, Artisto is not merely keeping pace with the industry’s evolution — it is driving it. The ability to deploy an audio production solution with native support for ST 2110 on standard NICs, along with its unique audio gateway capabilities, sets Artisto apart from any other product in its class.

Therefore, it is with confidence and pride that we submit Artisto for consideration for this award. Artisto is not just a product; it is a catalyst for transformation, empowering broadcasters to navigate the complexities of the modern media landscape with ease and efficiency. With its innovative features and because it meets our customers’ key goals, Artisto stands out as a leader in shaping the future of broadcast production.

PEBBLE

PRIMA

PRIMA, the Platform for Real-time Integrated Media Applications, is a sophisticated software platform designed to cater to the evolving needs of modern media and broadcast organizations. This comprehensive solution offers a unified set of services aimed at flexible deployment, strong security, economic scalability and centralized management, utilizing leading technology from the outset. At its core, PRIMA introduces a trio of initial products: Playout, Workflow and Control, each crafted to enhance Pebble’s primary business of channel origination. These elements not only advance file-based workflow management but also incorporate Pebble’s leading NMOS-based IP stream configuration and management. PRIMA, set to augment Pebble’s already established range

of market-leading playout solutions, is perfectly engineered to integrate with and expand these capabilities, significantly broadening the range of customer applications Pebble can address.

PRIMA Playout, a linear TV playout system, is specifically designed for the scheduling and playback of video, graphics and subtitle media, producing a broadcast-quality stream that meets the high standards of TV broadcasters.

PRIMA Workflow allows users to create their own multistep media workflows with a user-friendly interface. This component eases the management of media assets across SMB and S3 storage, in addition to generating low-res proxy files for media previews and soft-segmentation.

PRIMA Control is an IP broadcast controller offering comprehensive support for a variety of NMOS specifications, facilitating broadcasters in creating dynamic control surfaces and managing complex IP systems with ease.

In summary, PRIMA is a state-ofthe-art solution aimed at modernizing and streamlining the operations of media and broadcast organizations. All the above components position PRIMA as a forward-thinking product, enhancing Pebble’s existing offerings and broadening its applicability within the industry. It represents a significant step towards modernizing media operations, providing an integrated, user-friendly approach to broadcast management.

QUANTUM

ActiveScale All-Flash Z200

Quantum’s ActiveScale Z200 All-Flash Object Storage with Cold Storage combines advanced object storage software, high-density all-flash servers and hyperscale tape technology to provide the most advanced solution for data lakes, content repositories and storage clouds with unmatched performance, durability and storage efficiency in a single solution.

The ActiveScale Z200 is a scale-out object storage architecture built for “always available” access and massive scale. Thanks to its innovative design and all-flash support ActiveScale can

now deliver up to 5X greater throughput (GBps) and up to 9X more transactions (objps) to power high throughput ingest, processing and analytics, AI pipelines, NoSQL databases, and content aggregation at massive scale.

The Z200 is the industry’s only object storage architected for both active and cold data, uniquely capable as a massive data lake, storage cloud, or archive at up to 80% lower cost than alternatives. Its high throughput ingest and unique ability to process

and densely store metadata in flash for hundreds of billions of objects stored in the cold storage tier dramatically reduces footprint and cost. With fast, easy access through S3 Glacier interfaces, objects are easily restored in bulk within minutes (not hours or days) for additional analysis, model recalibration, content remonetization and playout and more.

QUICKPLAY

Quickplay Curator Assistant

The ability to connect viewers with content they love is pivotal to the entertainment experience. At the 2024 NAB Show, Quickplay debuted a new feature of its cloud-native OTT platform that is designed to drive subscriber satisfaction by making the consumer-content connection more powerful than ever.

Quickplay’s new Curator Assistant doubles down on the company’s leadership in Generative AI-powered search, discovery and personalization. After debuting at IBC its Quickplay Media Companion, a tool to expedite viewer discovery of content of interest, Quickplay is arming programmers to make the most thorough search of libraries, resulting in storefront rails that contain more titles that engage consumer interest and can be programmed more quickly.

Curator Assistant dramatically expands the scale and scope of content programming teams’ visibility into available titles, giving them increased power to put the greatest assortment of relevant titles front and center before viewers. It removes limitations placed on programmers by their own or licensed metadata so that they can literally leverage the entire internet, with conversational search, to program their service and drive more discovery opportunities.

Curator Assistant leverages Generative AI to help programmers discover new opportunities to merchandize their content. With Curator Assistant integrated into the Quickplay CMS, programming teams can conversationally engage with the tool to set up rails aligned with topical or seasonal content or passion verticals that address viewers’ personal interests.

Google Vertex AI leverages Large Language Models (LLMs) to return results that tap into a much broader database than traditional metadata tagging. Query results are matched in the Quickplay CMS against available content rights and user profiles, resulting in content presentation that is

both surprising and relevant.

Curator Assistant extends Quickplay’s commitment to optimizing AI-driven search, discovery and personalization. Media Companion’s debut at IBC put conversational interaction directly into the hands of viewers by using LLMs to provide deeper insights into content libraries.

Curator Assistant empowers programming teams to ensure increased Storefront visibility for topics and titles of interest by:

• Providing a natural language interface for assisted discovery, including catalog browsing, filtering and cross-referencing assets

• Augmenting content metadata with additional insights, including micro-genre descriptors, emotional tags and embeddings to strengthen results

• Determining natural content breakpoints to identify binge markers and ad-breaks that can improve usability and expand monetization

• Auto-generating content rails based on results extracted from the catalog and further

refining results based on a variety of engagement metrics

• Personalizing content carousels based on individual taste preferences, content analyses, and consumption patterns

Alongside Quickplay’s existing Streaming Analytics and A/B testing framework, these tools help content curators discover novel approaches to maximize audience engagement.

Leveraging generative AI technology, Curator Assistant empowers storefront curators to efficiently search for and identify content using various parameters such as regional popularity, recent top content and ties to major sporting events, along with historical data on content and carousel performance. The curator can instantly promote a tailored list of video content on the home screen in real time, driving vastly improved search, discovery and subscriber satisfaction.

Media I/O: Revolutionizing Live Capture & Playout Workflows

In a time when content is crucial, the ability to capture, manage and deliver live feeds efficiently sets the stage for unmatched creativity and productivity in the media and broadcast industry. Media I/O, an innovative solution at the forefront of this transformation, has distinguished itself as an adaptable, scalable and user-friendly live recording and playout system.

Empowering Creativity With Speed and Integration

Media I/O redefines the live capture and playout landscape by offering support for a myriad of input sources, workflows, codecs and formats. Media I/O facilitates instant access to live ingest content, seamlessly integrating with post production, media asset management and delivery workflows. Its unique capability to support edit-while-ingest processes fast-tracks production for both logging and editing workflows, enabling creators to harness the speed of live production without compromising on quality or flexibility.

Flexibility and Scalability at Its Core

Media I/O’s innovation is its unparalleled flexibility and scalability, providing a software-based solution that evolves with business goals and workflow needs. From supporting on-premises to cloudbased architectures, Media I/O ensures that engineering departments have the freedom to host solutions in a way that best suits their operational requirements. Its capacity to grow from a single channel to what your environment needs, demonstrates a commitment to

ROSS VIDEO Media IO UX

meeting the ever-changing demands of the media landscape.

A New Era of User Experience With Aura

The introduction of the Aura web-based interface marks a significant milestone in Media I/O’s journey. This modern, intuitive user interface is packed with powerful new features and functionalities, including a visual scheduler, native MAM integration and a multiviewer with full transport controls. Aura elevates the user experience, making complex tasks more manageable and allowing users to navigate the intricacies of ingest, playout and transcode demands with unprecedented ease.

Advanced Features for Modern Workflows

Media I/O’s robust feature set, including live capture of diverse sources, channels that support any codec, native integration

with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects and Photoshop, IP readiness, pro codec support, signal path control and workflow automation, positions it as a leader in its field. Offering limitless scalability, flexibility and ease of use without imposing user restrictions.

A Shift in Media Production

Media I/O represents a paradigm shift in how live feeds are captured, transcoded and played out, enabling media professionals to focus on what truly matters — creating compelling content. With the integration of the Aura interface expanding its award-winning capabilities, Media I/O stands out as a beacon of innovation in the media and broadcast industry. It is not just a tool, but a partner in the creative process, deserving recognition for its contribution to streamlining and enhancing media production workflows.

cloudSwXtch Intelligent Media Network

cloudSwXtch is an intelligent media network for all public clouds that helps broadcasters extend on-premise systems to the cloud. cloudSwXtch seamlessly funnels data between the ground and the cloud, and then fans that data to all endpoints with exceptional scale, whether on-prem, at the edge or mobile. cloudSwXtch unlocks missing network features required to migrate demanding media workloads, including multicast, PTP, packet monitoring and network path redundancy.

Deployed as a software solution within a physical broadcast network or a cloud tenant, cloudSwXtch lets users add high-performance networking to their cloud or edge applications, without any need for software code changes. swXtch. io has added several new enhancements that will make migration to the cloud possible for high-quality, robust media broadcasting, and help customers create one big broadcast network that is deployable, monitorable and functional both on-prem and across all clouds.

New for the 2024 NAB Show, swXtch. io now supports JPEG-XS compression flows within cloudSwXtch, allowing customers to move visually lossless video at very low latency into and through the cloud. JPEG-XS compression addresses the challenge of managing the heavy bandwidth and high costs of uncompressed video in the cloud while retaining premium broadcast-quality pictures. cloudSwXtch also offers support for uncompressed ST 2110 workflows, providing customers with more options to manage their entire live production workflows in the cloud.

swXtch.io has also added Lossless UDP, which provides additional protection for media streams across dynamic bridging (ground-to-cloud) and multicloud networking applications. Lossless UDP optimizes packet delivery for

high-bandwidth streams with minimal latency for dynamic ground-to-cloud bridging, and without any SDK integrations or software changes required. cloudSwXtch also offers stream protection through SMPTE ST 2022-7 hitless merge, offering network path redundancy as parallel streams move through the cloud.

swXtch.io has also implemented Network Media Open Specifications (NMOS) workflows in cloudSwXtch networks,

streamlining the management and orchestration of media workflows in the cloud and ensuring they align with on-prem systems. Benefits include a unified language for endpoints and routing control systems, less time spent on provisioning, utilizing and upgrading network infrastructure so that broadcasters can quickly deploy new services.

swXtch.io has also partnered with Cinnafilm to make live, broadcast-quality standards conversions and Hollywood format conversions in the cloud a reality. cloudSwXtch enables various types of network traffic to easily traverse from anywhere in the network to Cinnafilm’s Tachyon LIVE in the cloud, ensuring seamless, efficient data flows and accurate real-time standards conversion. Cinnafilm has deployed Tachyon LIVE as a feature on cloudSwXtch, which provides immediate access to media packets where frame rate conversions, de-interlacing, scaling and motion compensation take place, increasing the performance of the network. The technology foundation of cloudSwXtch enables customers to demand more of their cloud networks, allowing users the freedom to turn features on and off, quickly relocate to new data centers at low cost, and manage their entire live production workflows in the cloud. With availability on all major public clouds along with its intrinsic multi-cloud networking abilities, cloudSwXtch is a platform that users can grow with well into the future and without compromise.

TELOS ALLIANCE

Jünger Audio™ flexAI Platform

Jünger Audio™, represented globally by Telos Alliance®, introduces exciting new features to the renowned flexAI platform with the release of flexAI software version 2023-12r4. This major software update for the Jünger Audio AIXpressor and flexAIserver introduces a plethora of enhancements, bringing an abundance of performance and convenience features to these already indispensable products.

One of the standout features of V2023-12r4 is the comprehensive overhaul of AoIP integration, which now includes full support for SMPTE ST 2110-30 and -31 Level A, B and C, as well as Livewire+ AoIP streams, while compatibility with NMOS IS-04 and IS-05 further enhances its utility in ST 2110-based workflows.

On the production and processing front, improvements include an enhanced voice-over automixer for optimal dialog balance, while Jünger Audio’s latest upmixer technology introduces center channel replacement capabilities for immersive audio programs. Additionally, the introduction of a matrix mixer with up to 16 channels and multichannel delay expands flexibility and functionality for users; native browser-based audio monitoring enables monitoring from any patch point in the processing chain.

FM broadcasters will appreciate Jünger Audio’s renowned MPX and Pre-Emphasis Limiter, available on the flexAI platform as the new FM Conditioner, providing transparent loudness management in the composite domain

in regions adhering to the ITU-R BS.412 MPX Power regulations. Television broadcasters benefit from support for the Serial ADM professional metadata format, facilitating seamless exchange of metadata in next-generation immersive audio workflows. Security enhancements include an HTTPS web interface, while convenience features such as real-time CPU monitoring and an integrated web-based console terminal streamline system setup and maintenance.

With the addition of all this power to an already impressive family of audio handling products, the Jünger flexAI Platform sets a new standard of excellence in audio processing technology, empowering broadcasters with unparalleled performance and convenience.

TELOS ALLIANCE

Telos Infinity® IP Intercom System

The Telos Infinity® family of matrix-free IP-connected intercom products comprises a full ecosystem of flexible AoIP intercom hardware and software designed to make live production a breeze in today’s fastpaced workflows.

Infinity rackmount and desktop intercom panels, belt packs, headsets and enterprise software boast native support for AES67 and ST 2110-30 standards — perfect for both TV and radio applications. Infinity connects seamlessly to other Telos Alliance products via Livewire+ AoIP, while interoperating seamlessly with legacy third-party analog, AES, SDI and MADI systems.

The Infinity ecosystem also includes the unique Infinity VIP cloud-based intercom system. Infinity VIP instantly extends comms outside the studio and into the field, with virtual intercom panels that run on any smartphone, tablet or computer with a standard HTML5-capable browser. There’s also native support for Android and iOS devices using the award-winning Infinity VIP App — a Telos exclusive.

Infinity v2.5 software now delivers even more functionality by enabling remote control of Infinity VIP Virtual Panels from desktop or rackmount Infinity hardware

intercom panels — a capability that gives unexcelled control and flexibility to intercom operations. Infinity v2.5 also improves Infinity VIP’s built-in four-wire Cloud-toCloud and Cloud-to-Ground interconnectivity using the onboard VIP Infinity Link VoIP codec. VIP Infinity Link now supports NDI V5.5, as well as variable bitrate OPUS and Unicast AES67. Infinity v2.5 software is backward-compatible with all existing Infinity hardware, and is available now for all Telos Infinity clients.

VITEC

Diamond C10

The VITEC Diamond C10 Chassis is a modular high-end managed frame supporting VITEC’s OpenGear (OG) cards. Designed for IPTV distribution (encoding and streaming) to local area networks, as well as remote broadcast contribution, it is ideal for organizations looking for an easy, reliable and affordable way to create a digital IPTV head-end to stream a high number of channels.

Built for mission-critical applications, the Diamond C10 uses a highly efficient integrated controller card that serves as the single point of interaction with the network, able to manage all hardware modules in the system and features automatic triggers for redundancy and failover. By centralizing functionality, the Diamond C10 improves on previous

systems, reducing the complexity of managing IP streams, and allowing each card to be monitored by the control card.

The hot-swappable design allows cards with different interfaces, enabling encoding or decoding capabilities to be mixed and matched as required. The platform delivers reliability and performance for continuous operation, with adaptive cooling and redundant power supplies. Built-in automatic failover for all critical components provides further peace of mind.

Diamond C10 encodes up to 36 video sources per platform, to more than 72 streams in a 2RU. It supports VITEC’s OG cards, including MGW Diamond OG, MGW Diamond-Hx OG, MGW Diamond+ OG and MGW Ace Decoder OG. Diamond C10

delivers high-density, high-quality, low-latency streaming for IPTV distribution, contribution and remote production.

Diamond C10 applications include:

• IPTV distribution

• Provide live TV within digital signage or as part of an interactive IPTV portal

• Broadast contribution over IP

• Multisite and/or multichannel IP video contribution

• Remote contribution

• Streaming video to desktop/laptop, TV and mobile devices

• Deliver video streams to mobile devices

ANGRY AUDIO

Chameleon REbel Microphone Processor

Introducing REbel, the revolutionary microphone processor engineered exclusively for the acclaimed Electro-Voice RE20, RE27 and RE320 microphones. Traditional mic processors often struggle to adapt to the unique qualities of different mics, leading to a compromised sound. But why settle for mediocrity when you can achieve excellence?

We took a different approach with REbel, focusing solely on enhancing the distinctive qualities of Electro-Voice (EV) mics to ensure exceptional sound reproduction. Months of meticulous measurement, analysis and listening allowed us to develop DSP algorithms that perfectly complement the RE series. From there, we finetuned the adjustment bands, offering precise control without overwhelming complexity. Setting up REbel is a breeze, guaranteeing stellar sound quality with minimal effort.

REbel’s microphone preamp rivals those found in the world’s finest recording studios, boasting ample gain, low distortion, generous headroom and minimal noise. We optimized the preamp input impedance to extract optimum performance from EV mics, ensuring every nuance of your voice is faithfully captured.

Say goodbye to the frustrations of noise gates with REbel’s innovative Room control. This intuitive feature provides seamless control over room tone, striking the perfect balance between background noise elimination and natural sound preservation.

The compressor in REbel is equally

settings from “natural” to “massive” while maintaining clarity and silkiness. Our meticulously crafted frequencyshaping contours ensure effortless sound enhancement with just enough adjustment range to refine your sound without sacrificing quality. And the de-esser? It effectively reduces sibilance without distorting your voice.

REbel’s high-pass filter is meticulously shaped to eliminate rumble and table noise while preserving the richness of your voice’s lower range. Additionally, the Sparkle switch adds an extra dimension to your sound, providing subtle airiness for the RE20 or taming brightness for the RE320 and RE27.

If you’re a fan of the RE20, RE27, or RE320 microphone, REbel is a game-changer. Purchase with confidence knowing that we offer the industry’s only 30-day “love it or return it for a full refund” guarantee.

But what if you don’t use an EV mic? Not to worry! We also offer SMooth for the Shure SM7 microphone, ensuring that

every mic enthusiast can experience the unparalleled sound quality of our processors.

Finetuning your sound is effortless with REbel’s removable lens, granting access to controls for preamp gain, compression drive, room tone, de-essing, EQ settings and more. Once perfected, simply snap the lens back on and enjoy your immaculate sound.

But that’s not all! REbel features a remote control connector, perfect for muting and unmuting the microphone, ideal for talkshow environments or guest positions. For added convenience, explore our optional accessories for various mounting options tailored to your setup.

Built tough for the demands of broadcasters and podcasters, REbel’s powder-coated steel enclosure guarantees RFI immunity, while premium components ensure years of reliable operation. Set it and forget it, knowing that REbel will deliver impeccable sound quality every time.

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Rave! 8 Fader Radio Mixing Console RAVE! is the new radio mixing console from Angry Audio. Up to eight stereo line inputs, up to four microphone inputs, two output mix buses, two mix-minus outputs with talkback, flexible monitoring for the board operator, monitor feed to studio guests with talkback, automatic monitor muting when the mics are open, crystal clear metering and tallies. The control surface is machined and anodized aluminum. The markings are all laser etched so as to never wear out.

Easy installation with StudioHub+ RJ45 connectors for line inputs and outputs, XLR inputs for microphones, a built-in power supply (no wall wart here), mic and line remote logic, warning and user tally outputs for lighting on-air signs and annunciators, preview (cue) on every

ics-style switches with LED illumination. Sleek, low-profile desktop design.

• On-Air indicator lights up when mics are open and monitors muted.

• Dedicated meters for both output mix buses. Machined aluminum control surface with laser-etched markings.

• Monitor selector with talkback to guests.

• Built-in high-power headphone amplifier.

• Flexible monitoring section for board operator.

• Full-throw faders for monitor and headphone volume.

• Two mix-minus outputs with talkback.

• Channels 7–8 are capable of mix-minus.

• Channels 5–6 switchable between pro and IHF levels.

• On/off buttons are slightly recessed to prevent accidental actuation.

• Channels 1–4 switchable between mics and lines.

• Preview (cue) on every input.

• Two stereo output mix buses, Program and Audition.

• External AC power supply in a Gadget Box. No wall wart here.

• Avionics-grade switches and premium long-life faders.

• StudioHub+ RJ45 connectors for lines. XLR connectors for mics.

• Crystal clear meters, tallies and button status indicators.

The Chameleon SMooth Microphone Processor

Introducing SMooth, the world’s first microphone processor tailored exclusively for the iconic Shure SM7. Unlike traditional mic processors that aim to accommodate any mic, SMooth is designed to make your chosen mic sound extraordinary.

We embarked on a meticulous journey of measurement, analysis and attentive listening to truly understand the nuances of the SM7. This exhaustive process led to the creation of DSP algorithms meticulously crafted to enhance the SM7’s unique characteristics. The result? An effortless setup that consistently delivers exceptional sound, tailored precisely to your voice.

SMooth’s microphone preamp stage boasts ultra-high gain and low-noise operation. With the SM7’s inherent insensitivity, our preamp circuitry provides an impressive 70 dB of gain while maintaining minimal noise, ensuring your pure voice shines without any distracting hiss.

Say goodbye to the love-hate relationship with noise gates. SMooth introduces the innovative Room control, offering a seamless blend of room tone into your signal with a simple turn, eliminating background noise without sacrificing clarity.

The compressor in SMooth is truly exceptional, offering adjustable settings from “natural” to “massive” while maintaining clarity and silkiness. With carefully crafted frequency-shaping contours, achieving the perfect sound is effortless yet precise. And the de-esser? It reduces sibilance without altering your natural speech.

But perhaps the most magical feature is Sparkle. Whether you prefer the

darker sound of your SM7A or SM7B, or want to emulate the classic SM7 or SM5, Sparkle allows effortless transmutation at the flip of a switch.

SMooth is the ultimate companion for your beloved SM7 (or SM5) mic, elevating its warmth, punchiness, articulation and consistency to new heights. Every aspect of SMooth is meticulously crafted to enhance the SM7’s sonic signature, ensuring you fall in love with your microphone all over again.

For finetuning, simply remove the lens to access controls for preamp gain, compression drive, environment settings, de-essing, EQ adjustments, meter behavior and the magical Sparkle switch. Once perfected, snap the lens back on and enjoy.

But that’s not all! SMooth features a remote control connector, perfect for muting and unmuting the microphone, ideal for talkshow environments or guest positions. Configure

individual buttons for On/Off/Cough functions, or opt for the Remote Gizmo for an elegant, illuminated pushbutton control.

Built tough for the demands of broadcasters and podcasters, SMooth’s powder-coated steel enclosure guarantees RFI immunity, while premium components ensure years of reliable operation. Explore optional accessories for convenient mounting options tailored to your setup.

Discover SMooth and experience the unparalleled synergy between your Shure SM7 and the world’s first mic preamp and processor designed exclusively for it. With our industry-leading 30-day “love it or return it for a full refund” guarantee, there’s nothing to lose and everything to gain.

The Aiir Scheduler is the first fully cloud-native music scheduling software for radio stations.

It’s designed to replace outdated and frustrating scheduling software with a simple yet full-featured product accessible through any web browser, with no desktop app installation required. This removes the need for complex on-site configuration or remote desktop software, reducing costs and management for organizations.

The radio landscape has changed massively over the last few years, with an increase in remote production and traditional studio complexes no longer required. With so many new products to complement these new ways of working, existing music scheduling software hasn’t kept up with the pace of change.

Aiir Scheduler

Whether your station is looking to work more flexibly or reduce the cost of on-site technical infrastructure — or maybe your station has already cut the cord and has its team working remotely, Aiir Scheduler allows you to quickly react to new releases and major news events. You can log in from anywhere — even on an iPad — to adjust your upcoming music logs and deliver them to your stations.

Aiir Scheduler has a beautiful, easyto-use interface that’s designed to take workflows that were previously complicated and make them as quick and easy as possible, removing the barriers to scheduling music. The Aiir Scheduler makes it intuitive and is designed in a way that makes sense to users, rather than requiring extensive training. Just drag and drop items throughout the clean, guided interface that feels as

familiar as any modern web software.

It does this without compromising functionality. Aiir Scheduler comes equipped with all the tools you need from managing your station’s music library, building clocks, creating rules and the ability to export logs to several different playout automation systems.

It’s easy to get started with your existing libraries, with supporting imports from Music1, or any system capable of producing CSV files like Music Master, GSelector and StationPlaylist. Logs can be exported to PlayoutONE, PlayIt Live and StationPlaylist with more integrations to come.

The Aiir team has more than 20 years of experience in creating innovative, powerful software for radio from our website CMS and mobile apps to the popular PlayoutONE automation system.

Many of us have a background in broadcasting and audio, so we know how music scheduling tools feel outdated and can be complicated to use and learn. We want to change that, and Aiir Scheduler allows music managers to free up time and work in a way that suits them.

Our early adopters have described Aiir Scheduler as “removing the frustrations experienced with slow and clunky software of the past,” and “the product the radio industry has been waiting for,” making it “quick and easy” to generate music logs for radio stations.

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Cobalt FM Transmitter Series

At the heart of every Cobalt fully featured FM Transmitter lies a revolutionary powerhouse. Its Linux-based system controller drives a clean, state-of-the-art DDS modulator, ensuring exceptional audio quality with minimal distortion. The intuitive design boasts a clear RGB screen with haptic feedback joystick control for swift setup, and a unique front-panel headphone jack lets you monitor both output and inputs.

FCC and IC certified — The Cobalt range from 10 watts up to 1 kW is certified for both FCC Part 73 and Industry Canada, which means that it meets all the necessary safety and performance standards. This gives you peace of mind knowing that you are using a high-quality transmitter that is compliant with all applicable regulations.

With more standard features than other products, the Cobalt includes a built-in four-band processor with 21 factory presets. This feature ensures that your station sounds fantastic right from the start. The flexibility to use your own processor is also provided, giving you the freedom to tailor the audio output to your specific preferences. The

Cobalt doesn’t just stop at exceptional audio quality — it goes a step further by including an RDS Encoder with dynamic capabilities. Versatility is a key feature of the Cobalt, offering a range of inputs and outputs to meet the diverse needs of broadcasters. With 2x MPX In/Out, Analog, AES/EBU, Digital MPX (AES192), ITU-R BS412.9 Limiter, Ethernet, USB, GPIO and GPS Sync with built-in SFN capabilities, this transmitter provides an adaptable solution for all broadcast setups.

Push the boundaries with the only FM transmitters available with optional Dante® or µMPX decoding. The µMPX transmits your entire FM signal over a simple Ethernet cable, simplifying studio-to-transmitter links. For ultimate flexibility, Dante® connects your Cobalt to a vast ecosystem of compatible devices, making it a true connectivity powerhouse.

Other options include a 48-volt DC power input giving you even greater freedom and lets you use alternative power resources. Some models can also be fitted with dual redundant power supplies fed from their

own AC power for true redundancy.

The Cobalt can be controlled remotely via Ethernet, which gives you the flexibility to manage your transmitter from anywhere in the world. In an era where cybersecurity is paramount, the Cobalt sets a new benchmark for network security in FM transmitters. Equipped with HTTPS and TLS secure email encryption, it ensures that your broadcasting operations are not only cutting-edge but also secure.

Automation and control are made easy with the Cobalt. Set up multiple configurations effortlessly, automate failover with silence detection, and manage inputs, processing presets and RF power with precision. The web remote control of the Cobalt’s user-friendly interface provides ease of monitoring, while configurable email alerts keep you informed about your transmission. Utilize email, GPIO, SNMP or even SNMP v3 (a first for FM transmitters) for versatile control and peace of mind.

The COBALT is more than just an FM transmitter; it’s a revolution in sound, control and connectivity.

ConTEXT by Broadcast Bionics is a dynamic graphics tool that allows broadcasters to quickly, easily and automatically add dynamic TV news-style graphics to live streams without additional TV production skills or staff.

ConTEXT offers the simplicity of entirely automatic operation, seam lessly presenting live callers, remote guests in-vision and dynamic RSS feeds on screen. Alternatively, users have the flexibility to take manual control, to edit text, add videos or images and seamlessly switch on screen graphics in real time.

Integration with BionicStudio Director and vMix makes ConTEXT a powerful enhancement to existing visualization workflows, enabling broadcasters to deliver polished live video streams without a dedicated graphics team. ConTEXT enables users to build their own browser-based interfaces for controlling vMix layouts and templates, as well as incorporating video from studio cameras and details of live callers from BionicStudio Talkshow. Additionally, there are a range of configurable manual and automated data sources that can dynamically generate graphics based on your EPG, RSS and social media feeds. ConTEXT’s ability to democratize the creation of video graphics and the control studio branding screens makes it an invaluable tool for ambitious broadcasters needing to produce video content with minimal resources.

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ed functionality to enrich its live streams. The result is a daily radio news program that looks more akin to something you would expect to see from a national TV service, executed by a compact team.

One national news broadcaster in the U.K. utilizes much of the above-list-

Beyond live graphics, ConTEXT opens up avenues for monetization through sponsor branding and tags, which can be independently added on top

of live stream graphics or displayed on studio branding screens.

With the growing significance of visualization in radio, ConTEXT allows broadcasters to enhance and extend their video production capabilities and generate a range of new sponsorship and monetization opportunities, all without expanding staff or changing workflows.

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ARIA OG-AUD4-DANTE

The new ARIA OG-AUD4-DANTE is a high density DANTE/MADI/AES/SDI bidirectional embedder/de-embedder with built-in audio router and mixer, in openGear form factor, with 4K video support. Since this technology is provided in openGear form factor, it includes all the advantages of that ecosystem: common frame, redundant hot-swappable power supplies, hot-swappable cards and a common control system.

If you need audio embedding and/or de-embedding, this is the most comprehensive solution you can find. The card inputs and outputs include SDI (supporting resolutions up to 4K/12G-SDI), MADI, AES and DANTE, as follows:

• Four SDI inputs and four SDI outputs, with a full crosspoint between them.

• Separate and independent MADI input and output, supporting 64 channels.

• Eight AES ports, software configurable as inputs or outputs in groups of four.

• Two Gigabit Ethernet ports for redundant DANTE input and output.

• 64 DANTE inputs and 64 DANTE outputs.

The card features a full audio router/ mixer: it can take any individual channel from any of the inputs (SDI-embedded, MADI, AES, or DANTE) and route to one or more of the outputs (SDI-embedded, MADI, AES or DANTE). The audio mixer allows the user to combine an arbitrary number of inputs with configurable gains and send them to one or more of the outputs. It is the ultimate solution in SDI embedding and de-embedding.

The openGear form factor allows the ARIA OG-AUD4-DANTE to easily integrate in existing deployments. For applications requiring high channel counts, up to 10 cards can be installed in an openGear frame. Since a single card can handle up to 200 audio channels of input and output simultaneously, such an arrangement can embed and de-embed up to 2,000 audio channels, in a 2RU frame with redundant power supplies.

For smaller applications, there is also the lower-cost ARIA OG-AUD2DANTE, which is a dual-channel version. It has two SDI inputs and outputs, and 32 DANTE inputs and outputs.

The main technological advancements for this product are:

Density: For customers who need to manage a large number of audio channels, the product is ideal given its ability to run up to 64 DANTE/MADI/SDI channels in the same card and do both embedding and de-embedding simultaneously.

Format Conversion: The product can convert between SDI-embedded, DANTE, MADI and AES, as well as do arbitrary audio routing and mixing.

4K Support: On the video path, the product supports operation up to 4K, which makes it future-proof and suitable for the upcoming ATSC 3.0 requirements.

This product is ideal for managing the audio flows in large studio facilities, sports venues, concert halls and large houses of worship. In such places, there are many audio channels that need to be carried, multiplexed and combined with video. Using DANTE or MADI, these channels can be carried over an IP network, greatly simplifying the cabling. The product will be at the edges of the production facility, managing both ingestion of audio content and final embedding in the video for transmission.

COLLABORATION: DIGITAL ALERT SYSTEMS, TELOS ALLIANCE, NAUTEL

EAS at the Edge

Digital Alert Systems, Telos Alliance and Nautel demonstrated EAS at the Edge, a fresh approach that dramatically simplifies broadcasters’ EAS implementations via software standards and AoIP-based techniques. Utilizing a unique hybrid network edge approach provides practical benefits while preserving critical public safety functions and adhering to current and ever-evolving FCC regulations.

Traditionally, EAS deployments require cascading layers of hardware and multiple boxes, possibly one per transmitter, even when in the same market. Unlike legacy approaches that have remained unchanged since the 1990s, EAS at the Edge places key and critical hardware at the “edges” of an air chain and brings the emergency alert process into the modern AoIP world by leveraging IP-based content distribution and control.

How It Works

EAS at the Edge utilizes IP-based content distribution and control to insert emergency messages via Livewire™ for direct insertion into a software-based air chain. The concept is quite simple. First, EAS inputs at the closest possible point of alert reception are decoded and filtered. Next, the audio, control and alert metadata of any forwarded messages are encapsulated in an IP format. This information is passed through the station’s IP network to the target device or devices on the network. Using this model, a broadcaster can geo-target the alerts to ensure they are correctly routed. A single edge input “node” can be shared across multiple

streams in a one-to-many configuration for additional cost savings. Furthermore, alert metadata is conveyed using the Digital Alert Systems’ EAS-Net™ protocol to enable RDS alert text display and additional alert details.

Demonstrations of this new approach were on display during the 2024 NAB Show. In the Digital Alert Systems booth, a DASDEC™ was networked to an Omnia.9 processor. During an alert, it reroutes the AoIP input, changes processing parameters, and passes EAS

data to the Omnia.9’s RDS generator. When the alert is over, it cleanly exits, restoring routing and programming to normal. This unique LiveWire+ /AES67 and EAS-Net™ combination is also supported on a Telos Axia xNode.

In the Nautel booth, a DASDEC was linked with Nautel’s GV2 transmitter and a software-based air chain. EAS alerts are injected directly into the transmitter and its Omnia for Nautel-embedded audio processor to instantly broadcast critical alerts on all FM and HD air chains. In addition, Nautel demonstrated the transmission of a novel graphical presentation featuring the Visually Integrated Display Symbology (VIDS) images. This image approach is championed by the NextGen Video Information Alliance (nvisa.org) where the presentation on the radio receiver matches the type of alert being broadcast.

While similar approaches have been deployed in video environments for years, legacy EAS systems have been seen as a roadblock to virtual air chains. This novel approach offers a way to eliminate this barrier and streamline operations for broadcasters. With virtualized EAS device monitoring and compliance reporting, content distributors can now provide critical, local emergency information to their viewers/listeners with minimum equipment costs and fewer boxes as they embrace the power of software-based air chains.

SPECai is a game-changing ad creation platform that allows broadcast sales teams to create compelling, localized spec ads on demand within seconds in front of clients. SPECai’s responsive workflow immediately delivers multiple script options for each spot and provides account managers with all the essential creative tools to build out professional sounding spec ads, including an array of male and female voice options, voice tones and an integrated music bed library.

SPECai leverages generative AI models to create audio content and synthetic voice engines to produce natural sounding voices for new spots. SPECai’s workflow offers a straightforward path that is quick to grasp and easy to use, with an uncluttered and uniform front-end interface that is accessible on any web browser or mobile device.

The user, typically an account executive within a media organization, first answers a few questions to determine spot length (15, 30 or 60 seconds), writing style (casual, humorous, uplifting, serious, explanatory) and sponsor details (advertiser name, subject, creative notes, call to action), using a web browser or mobile device. SPECai instantly generates three scripts to choose from, which users can manually edit or regenerate. The user then selects their preferred AI voice and can listen and adjust phonetics or tone as desired. Lastly, they search and select from a number of music beds before downloading the final down-mixed audio file. The process can be completed in seconds.

SPECai leverages the power of generative AI models and applies it to the world of content creation for radio advertising. It is the first AI production

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solution focused on creating scripts for commercials, with subsequent conversion of the spec ad text to speech. The quick-producing workflow means that clients can approve ads in the moment, eliminating the time-consuming creative, editing and approval processes associated with traditional ad production processes. SPECai flips the script of that time-worn model to deliver a highly efficient workflow that delivers immediate results.

Since the SPECai application lives in the cloud and is easily accessed through a standard web browser, account managers can bring SPECai’s creative powers directly to the client, produce multiple options for consideration, and even actively involve the client in the creative process.

ENCO was among the first

broadcast manufacturers to recognize the trends taking shape and the value that AI would bring to creative processes in broadcast and production, soft-launching two AI offerings in their formative versions at the 2023 NAB Show. The fully formed SPECai became available in October, with key contributions from ENCO’s partners at Benztown and Compass Media Networks that have opened SPECai’s value to a much broader customer base. SPECai simply allows radio broadcasters to perform their jobs faster and in a much simpler manner, while offering greater potential for success and customer satisfaction.

Intraplex Advanced Local Ad Insertion

GatesAir’s new Intraplex software release includes a new feature to help broadcast networks and content syndicators efficiently manage local ad insertions through Intraplex Audio over IP and cloud networking systems. The new targeted advertising capabilities, fueled through precise metadata triggers enabled within the software, offer a compelling new reason for broadcasters to transition out of the satellite space and embrace the benefits of the cloud for bulk audio transport.

GatesAir’s Advanced Local Ad Insertion feature is supported on the Intraplex Ascent cloud platform and IP Link 100c, 100e and 100n Audio over IP codec solutions. In a typical scenario, a customer’s Traffic Manager will interface with a headend-based IP Link codec or Ascent to trigger virtual metadata that activates local ads for network affiliates at defined times with exacting precision, and switch back to national programming at the conclusion of the local ad break.

Triggers are scheduled within the Intraplex platform, which automates delivery to all affiliates without requirements for local manual intervention. Intraplex IP Link Audio over IP codecs or Ascent will automatically receive and activate triggers at local affiliates to manage the breaks.

Local ad insertion triggers have long been a service that broadcasters using satellite for program syndication and large-scale content delivery have depended on. These same broadcasters are now faced with new challenges from the recent C-Band satellite repack, from diminished capacity to rising operational costs. Ascent’s agile cloud architecture offers the bandwidth and high availability required for enterprise-level networks that rely on satellite today, along with simple scalability to new end points at much lower costs.

GatesAir’s new advanced local ad insertion feature therefore introduces an important function to Ascent as well as IP Link

hardware codec platforms that will compel network operators still locked into satellite to migrate their operations to the cloud.

The Intraplex IP Link 100n is the most recent introduction to the codec line.

The IP Link 100n is a full-duplex, single stereo-channel codec for simultaneous reception and transmission of Audio over IP streams in STL (Studio-to-Transmitter), STS (Studio-to-Studio) and other networking applications for radio and streaming services.

Same as Ascent and all IP Link products, the IP Link 100n is SRTcapable and integrated with Dynamic Stream Splicing (DSS) technology, a GatesAir industry-first innovation nearly 10 years ago, which fortifies network path redundancy

across two or more live streams for hitless protection against packet and link losses.

GatesAir’s new Intraplex software release also includes technology to support wide-area networking applications that takes the Intraplex brand into new areas of content delivery outside of the broadcast space, including the retail and hospitality markets. The new applications, powered through the new software release and managed through Ascent, includes delivery of live audio streams and scheduled playlists to retail chains, hotels, restaurants and other businesses.

677 EAS Triple Receiver

The 677 Triple Tuner is an EAS Monitor Receiver in a compact half-rack package. It has three built-in discrete frequency agile receivers, each one programable for either AM, FM or NOAA reception. Each receiver has a balanced monoaural XLR audio output to serve as EAS monitor or off-air monitor throughout the broadcast facility.

The 677 has an easy front-panel setup with jog-wheel menu navigation and front-panel readout. On the back panel, six rear-panel GPOs may be userassigned to alarm functions.

The dynamic web interface provides control and monitoring remotely via any web-enabled device. In addition, remote listening by web stream along with alarms/notification via email and SMS messages. SNMP is fully supported.

FEATURES:

• Three unique receivers for selectable AM, FM, NOAA reception.

• Balanced monoaural XLR outputs for each receiver.

• Easy front-panel setup via jog wheel with LED readout and metering.

• Alerts sent to personnel via email and/or text messages.

• Full-function remote web interface works on desktop and mobile devices.

• Remote listening stream selectable for each receiver.

RadioMan® is the first and only full-range cloud-native radio automation platform tailored for both commercial and public radio broadcasting. It shines as an innovative leader in the radio industry, using cutting-edge web-based architecture that merges a browser-based user interface with an API-driven backend. This platform integrates the extensive capabilities of the previous 2,000+ seat enterprise-level RadioMan Enterprise production system, now in a browser-driven and location-independent solution and service. Enhanced with the latest cloud architecture features, it offers integrated mixing, audio streaming and distribution control capabilities.

The platform supports a 100% browser-based architecture, making it uniquely adaptable to various deployment scenarios. Whether in-house servers, cloud environments or hybrid configurations, RadioMan 6 can be seamlessly integrated into existing infrastructures, offering fast and flexible rollout options. This innovative approach ensures that RadioMan 6 is not only futureproof but also sets a new standard for flexibility, efficiency and scalability in radio production.

Audio management in RadioMan® is managed through separate Media Nodes, which can be flexibly deployed in the cloud, within studios, on virtual server infrastructures or at transmitter sites. These Media Nodes are responsible for all recording, playout, mixing, transcoding, streaming and control tasks. The flexibility of this architecture supports broadcasting studio solutions ranging from complex, IP-based large studio environments to simple, location-independent cloud deployments. Additionally, Media Nodes can be cascaded to create a network of radio stations with main and regional feeds.

RadioMan 6 provides a comprehensive full-range, cloud-based solution for radio automation, content production and media

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RadioMan 6

asset management. Its full range design and playout workflow offers long-term multichannel planning, daily planning, media production, automated intake recordings, music management and selection, audio asset management with publishing metadata handling, voice tracking, archiving, news production and newsroom interfacing, traffic interfacing, live and automated multichannel playout, localization, live location independent control and contribution, station network chaining and terrestrial distribution control. The system also features a mobile recorder app and browser-based multitrack audio editor, tailored for journalistic audio production.

The flexible solution architecture of RadioMan® enables its use across a spectrum of scenarios, from small radio broadcasters to large-scale enterprise-level broadcasting solutions. Today, RadioMan 6 serves a diverse array of users, including large national radio broadcasters, audio content producers, networked radio

news providers, commercial stations, sports radios and temporary radio stations.

RadioMan 6® simplifies remote live broadcasts, enabling complete control over radio show operations from remote locations with minimal equipment. It provides exceptional possibilities for remote live broadcasting, supporting scenarios where multiple users can join and manage the entire radio show operation from remote locations using just a microphone and web-browser. This level of flexibility is unmatched in the radio broadcast industry.

RadioMan® differentiates itself with a pioneering platform that not only addresses the digital broadcasting requirements of today but is also designed to adapt to future developments in the industry like AI. The ability to function without the need for substantial infrastructure, combined with the flexibility of location independence, reduces the carbon footprint and further elevates environmental and operational efficiency.

Marketron NXT delivers on all aspects of being an award-winning technology. As a past Best of Show Winner in 2022, NXT has not slowed down its innovation. Marketron has invested considerable resources to enhance the platforms that radio depends on for amplifying revenue with digital ad sales.

NXT remains the only third-party digital advertising solution designed for radio stations that integrates radio and digital proposals, orders, reporting and invoicing from one login.

The pillars of the platform focus on connection and flexibility. NXT integrates with traffic systems, electronic invoicing and payments, orders, CRM (customer relationship management) tools and data management apps. It creates a connected ecosystem for all ad revenue operations.

Its flexibility means sellers have considerable options related to tactics, targeting, inventory, reporting and ad categories.

Tactics: NXT enables advertisers to buy virtually any digital ad tactic from broadcasters, from display and geofencing to social and OTT/CTV.

Targeting: Advanced targeting includes demographics, geography, interests and behaviors.

Inventory: All ad types serve on premium, high-quality, vetted websites and programming. This matters for stations and their customers because it supports better performance and brand safety.

Reporting: Access simple metrics with 100% reporting transparency and built-in business intelligence and COGS reporting.

Ad categories: NXT also has a compliant DSP (demand-side platform) that allows digital advertising for restricted categories. Stations can sell advertising to the cannabis, alcohol, gambling and

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political industries with NXT.

In the past year, NXT has regularly delivered new features and improvements. New tactics include streaming audio, CTV (connected TV) and updates for social media advertising and social display.

Media sellers also have new targeting capabilities, including location-based retargeting, Spanish-language options and polygon targeting for geofencing and video geofencing. More precise targeting in display and video is now available, along with multiple campaigns per tactic in one proposal.

As its features grow, the platform never forgets its roots of being simple, effective and efficient. It allows teams to sell more, faster, with technology designed just for them.

The platform’s proof of driving revenue is in the numbers. Radio broadcasters experience

a 20% increase in sales activity, an average increase in order volume of 76%, and a 37% average closing rate, which beats industry benchmarks by double digits.

Using NXT also allows stations to retain more margin compared to outsourcing to agencies, in-house ad operations or enterprise third-party digital software. NXT does the ad ops for you with additional support through the Custom Solutions Desk for creative and custom campaigns.

NXT is more than technology. Success with NXT starts with customized onboarding and implementation. Training is ongoing with the NXT Training Academy, resources for tactics and the platform and regular webinars. Customers can also access award-winning sales enablement, white-labeled sheets and hands-on support from strategic digital advisors.

HD Digital Radio Test Drive

HD Digital Radio Test Drive for revenues, ratings and enhanced audience content.

The HD Digital Radio Test Drive is an offering intended to break down the barriers keeping many broadcasters from trying HD Radio™. HD Radio transmission has the potential to create critical presence on the car dashboard and help stations stay competitive in a field of alternative media choices. Based on Nautel’s software-based air chain technology, HD Digital Radio Test Drive allows broadcasters to trial HD Radio transmission in their market for up to six months to unlock listeners, content and new revenue potential without needing to install and purchase $40–50K of HD gear.

An easy, minimal cost option to turn on HD Radio transmission so broadcasters can:

• Test new revenue-generating opportunities with their sales teams.

• Experiment with new formats, languages or even short-term, pop-up event stations.

• See the impact on listener retention and engagement when album art or graphics are displayed on

the auto dashboard.

• Counter competing alternate media.

• Get real-world market data based on up to six months of trial time.

What’s Needed to Get Started

1. 1. Lease or purchase a GV2 or upgrade your GV transmitter to a GV2.

2. 2. An Xperi Main Station or equivalent license and a signed trial agreement with Nautel. 3. 3. Content for 1–4 channels delivered via Livewire or AES67.

That’s Pretty Much It. Then It’s “Just Add Audio.”

The trial initiative takes advantage of Nautel’s unique software-based air chain. For eligible broadcasters Nautel can provide Omnia for Nautel audio processing, importer, exporter and Exgine as a software load. That allows the broadcaster to place their main station and as many as three extra multiplexed channels on air for up to six months.

While the need for an HD-capable transmitter can’t be eliminated, HD Digital Radio Test Drive takes a giant step to

minimize or even eliminate the next $40–50K worth of boxes and complexity that keep a broadcaster from getting an HD Radio signal on the air. Audio processing, digital coding and synchronization are all running inside the GV2. For any broadcaster whose transmitter is aging out, this can be a very opportunistic path forward.

At the end of the trial period, the broadcaster can decide to continue with all or a partial implementation of the HD Radio deployment by purchasing or subscribing to Nautel’s software-based air chain, the industry’s most cost-effective implementation of HD Radio. Alternatively, the broadcaster may decide that HD Radio transmission isn’t for them, or at least not at this time. In that case, the GV2 will default to traditional FM transmission, and there will be no further costs related to Nautel’s HD Radio offering.

ORBAN + SUPER HI-FI

Orban OPTIMOD 5950: Super Hi-Fi Edition

The days of managing rooms full of studio equipment and racks of radio broadcast gear are over.

The Orban OPTIMOD 5950: Super Hi-Fi Edition combines more than 50 years of audio processing and hardware innovation from Orbran with the magic of Super Hi-Fi’s AI-powered programming and revolutionary HLS+ delivery technology. This first-ever, all-in-one appliance is designed to replace racks of playout equipment, audio processing, PPM encoding and metadata servers in a single 1U rackspace, and represents our joint approach to the modern infrastructure and ecosystem for radio.

The Orban OPTIMOD 5950: Super Hi-Fi Edition is designed to work seamlessly with Super Hi-Fi’s HLS+ radio streaming

technology, ensuring that radio stations can deliver perfect-sounding broadcasts along with accurate metadata, while offering interactive and personalized versions of those exact same broadcasts through mobile apps, smart-speaker integrations and web clients.

This combination of AI-powered, cloud-based software with next-generation playout and processing hardware means that radio stations truly have the broadcasting technology stack of the future available at their fingertips.

Finally, radio companies can program, image, voice track and broadcast their stations from a web browser using Super Hi-Fi’s Program Director, deliver it to the transmitter

and other digital endpoints using Super Hi-Fi’s HLS+ streaming technology, and play it out at the transmitter site with incredible fidelity and control, apply best-in-class PPM encoding and enable high-quality metadata output with this Orban OPTIMOD 5950: Super Hi-Fi Edition all-in-one appliance.

No more automation systems, no more dedicated PCs, no more closets full of rack-mounted gear. Just a 100% cloud-based system with a digital-first approach to playout — that’s incredibly performant, reliable and robust — right at the transmitter site.

Welcome to the future of broadcast playout.

OPTIMOD Trio

OPTIMOD Trio can be user-configured as an AM audio processor, as an FM audio processor or alternatively as HD Radio/DAB+/Streaming audio processor without the need to download firmware. In the HD Mode, Trio is even suitable for TV audio processing. It uses Orban 2 band intelligent AGC and five band compression-limiting.

It’s a no-compromise processor that station engineers can travel with and use as a backup processor or fulltime main processor.

It has dual redundant power supplies, optional AoIP support, 2 GB of non-volatile memory for audio storage and playback along with dual Nielsen PPM encoders. Options are software keys and

do not require any hardware changes.

The OPTIMOD Trio is designed to address the needs of smaller broadcast markets that need high-quality, cost-effective processing for a myriad of broadcast platforms without having to have three different devices to do that.

Voicetrack.ai

With our Voicetrack.ai platform, stations can now fill previously unhosted dayparts by using applied AI-driven voice tracking to increase efficiency and capabilities. For example, in nights and overnights, hosts and program directors can work ahead and turn what some see as a lost daypart into appointment listening with custom local content. To clarify, this feature is just a small part of the Radio.Cloud software.

With every voice track, stations select either an AI-generated voice or a cloned human voice, a duration for the talk break and tone/mood for the setup. Hosts then have the choice to customize topics for their AI talk breaks. The user-friendly, web-based interface makes it simple to build presets and schedule them in broadcast clocks at any frequency, using content topics ranging from music and artists (backsell, frontsell, next three songs, chart updates) to local content (day of the week, news, weather, sports) and station

branding elements (ID, hook promo, time check). After scheduling these presets in the clocks, Voicetrack.ai automatically creates both a script and audio file when logs are generated.

Rather than simply asking ChatGPT to create a script, we’ve trained the technology with thousands of challenges and complex prompts. Because of this prompt engineering, the large language model automatically generates a voice track for the specific station. However, there is still the ability to edit or adjust the script and preview with the voice you chose. You can even set the voice track on the ramp/intro of the upcoming song, something Radio.Cloud does automatically whether it’s an AI voice track or a preproduced human voice track.

This proven technology is already in use across Europe, as Voicetrack.ai helped create the first three 24/7 completely AI driven radio stations in the

world. Two of those stations are overthe-air on DAB+ and DAB (Absolut Radio AI in Germany and Radio Lozärn in Switzerland) while the other is an online-only station called Dance Radio KI Inside at Antenne Voralberg in Austria.

Another creative use for AI voice tracking is demonstrated by Radio Galaxy. The German broadcaster recently used Voicetrack.ai to launch a completely AI generated one-hour weekend chart show on 12 stations. All affiliates have their own localized version of the show including different music depending on what’s trending on the Spotify, Shazam and Apple Music charts for specific regions or cities. The local music director or program director provides the main list of songs to Radio.Cloud, then Voicetrack.ai fills in the gaps each week depending on the charts. The AI host even does a recap of the top three songs at the end of the show in an automated hook promo format.

AudioDisplay

AudioDisplay allows your organization to develop new revenue streams, by allowing granular management of text and image advertising content delivered in sync with your audio.

RDS and HD Radio advertising campaigns run whenever an ad break is on air. With each campaign supporting technology-specific content, use a short punchy message for RDS receivers and something a little more detailed for HD Radio, and include an image.

You’re in complete control of your campaigns and content with changes taking place immediately. An account ex-

ecutive in the field can create or change a campaign while they’re with a client and see an immediate impact the next time an ad break plays. With AudioDisplay’s detailed user rights management, campaigns can require approval by traffic management before airing.

Campaigns are scheduled to one minute granularity and when multiple stations across time zones are targeted, they can run to a specific or per-station time zone. Priority settings allow overlapping campaigns to automatically prioritize based on your needs.

AudioDisplay knows how long a

break is. Even when a break is not followed by new data such as song artist and title, advertising is automatically replaced by station or show branding always ensuring commercial content stays where it belongs.

AudioDisplay is also segmentaware. Configure all your programming segments or shows to generate a schedule for each of your channels to control the messaging delivered during that time, allowing for segment sponsorships to take place alongside, or independently of, on-air activity.

EW-DP SKP

The new Sennheiser EW-DP SKP plug-on transmitter is part of the EW-DP series, a fully digital UHF wireless microphone system purpose-built for filmmaking and video applications. Launched in Q4 2023, the Sennheiser EW-DP SKP plug-on transmitter is a world first: Its onboard 32-bit float recording function not only acts as a “safety net” for the filmmaker, but is combined with a spectacular 134 dB input dynamic range, letting users benefit from truly distortion-free recording. Unlike many competitors, who offer 32-bit float recording, but not the means to really benefit from this technology as their transmitter limits the dynamic

range right on the input side, Sennheiser gives filmmakers and videographers both the industry’s best dynamic input range of 134 dB and 32-bit float recording. Combining the SKP with a high-quality microphone will result in an incredible dynamic range, and incredible detail, too, without having to adjust the gain — ideal for run-and-gun videography and cinematography. No matter what signal is to be recorded on location, whether a whisper or an aircraft taking off, everything can be handled by the SKP without the filmmaker having to reset levels. Video recording will become fast-

er, easier and totally reliable.

The SKP plug-on transmitter is also the most versatile and flexible transmitter of the Evolution Wireless Digital family: It connects to dynamic and condenser XLR microphones (+48 V phantom power on board) as well as to lavalier mics with a 3.5 mm jack connector. Its low-cut filter can be switched off, so the SKP can also serve as an adjustment tool for PA systems. The SKP additionally offers 24-bit, 48 kHz recording so that videographers can also opt for this less memory-intensive recording format.

SENNHEISER

Classic Radio Meets Modern Magic

Introducing HLS+, a transformational new streaming technology designed to power the future of radio.

HLS+ blends the art of linear, voicetracked radio production with the power of interactivity and personalization — all in a format that’s backwards-compatible with billions of existing devices.

HLS+ completely reimagines the power of radio for the modern age.

What Is HLS+?

HLS+ is an entirely new streaming technology developed exclusively for radio experiences. It delivers streams with the full complement of radio techniques: voice tracks, imaging, ads and production — just like traditional streaming technology. But HLS+ offers interactivty and personalization — all without losing the production value that makes radio a unique art form.

How Does HLS+ Work?

HLS+ works by combining the power of a streaming technology supported by billions of devices with a cloud layer of intelligence that can produce and orchestrate elements in real time, so the streams themselves are “active and aware” of the listeners location, preferences and context.

Built-In Intelligence

HLS+ works by encoding radio stations into an entirely new streaming format, and then connecting those streams to audio players. Each listener accesses their station of choice, but the streams themselves have built-in intelligence, which opens up a wide array of new experiences, right from the stream itself. Think of HLS+ as the first streaming technology to be “active and aware” of each listener’s

SUPER HI-FI

HLS+

streaming experience, with the ability to customize those experiences to each user’s tastes.

Give Your Listeners Control

In the past, linear radio listeners had to choose between experiences with production or experiences with interactivity. With HLS+, listeners experience real linear radio complete with production, branding, segues and more. And yet listeners can skip perfectly to the beginning of the next song any time they want, without any production overhangs getting in the way. It feels like magic, but it still sounds just like radio.

Deliver Personalized Experiences

In the past, every radio listener heard the same content, no matter their preferences or location. With HLS+, almost any content can be personalized — all within the same stream.

Universally Compatible

HLS+ is designed for easy implementation and compatibility with billions of consumer electronics devices around the world.

Broad Industry Support

HLS+ is designed in partnership with the the radio industry, and is already powering hundreds of stations from some of the biggest names in radio with integrated device and application solutions — right now.

• Audacy

• Telos Alliance

• Orban

• Barix

• Xperi

• All In Media

• Streamguys

That’s the power of HLS+. The truly intelligent streaming audio technology, designed exclusively for radio.

Powerful Voice Tracking for Radio. Radically Simple Workflow.

Introducing Voicetrack Fusion, the pure evolution of voice tracking for radio.

Built right inside of Program Director™, Voicetrack Fusion brings together every aspect of the recording, production and shift management process for your voice tracked radio stations. All in a completely reimagined user interface that works the way you do.

Voicetrack Fusion is the ultimate workflow for voice tracking radio.

Voicetrack Fusion makes it easy to manage your organization’s entire voice tracking operation. From shift management to monitoring job progress, to sending assignment notifications — Voicetrack Fusion has it all built right in.

Voicetrack Fusion

Once your shifts are scheduled, Voicetrack Fusion becomes a powerful recording and production workflow for your team. It queues up all your presenters’ jobs in a beautifully visual interface, so they have all of the context they need to knock out their voice tracks in minutes.

And Voicetrack Fusion automatically places your presenter’s voice tracks in the right spot, ducks the heads and tails, makes sure that the DJ always hits the post, and makes it all sound amazing. Every single time.

And because Super Hi-Fi’s AI automatically produces every element of your radio station, your team can spend their time on building a genuine connection with the audience instead of building the perfect segue.

Voicetrack Fusion saves your organization tons of time while actually making voice tracking fun again.

Schedule Voice Tracks Directly Inside Clocks and Show Episodes

Say goodbye to multiple systems for voice-track management. Voicetrack Fusion connects the dots between your clocks and voice tracks in one game-changing application.

• Simple Voice Track Scheduling

• Powerful Syndications

• Easily Create Automated Alternates

All-in-One Shift and Talent Management

Voicetrack Fusion manages every detail of the voice-tracking assignment and delivery process, so managers can spend their

time making better radio.

• Schedule DJ Shifts

• Automatically Create Jobs

• Smart Notifications

• Monitor Job Progress

A Powerful, Web-Based Recording Console and Workflow

Voicetrack Fusion is a new generation of voice-tracking tools — beautifully designed to make voice tracking incredibly intuitive and surprisingly fun.

• Browser-Based Editing

• Simple Music Preview Tools

• Beautified Music Log

• Automated Production

• VoiceIQ Mastering

• Automagical Music Beds

• Spectral Ducking

• The All-Powerful “Next” Button

25-Seven® PDMX Audio Program Delay For Virtual Workflows

Broadcasters have relied upon 25-Seven® PDM products from Telos Alliance® for more than 15 years to provide seamless removal of objectionable content from live programming. New PDMX Program Delay Software brings this essential functionality into the virtual realm.

A pure-software implementation of the industry-standard PDM II Program Delay Manager, PDMX incorporates all the features and functions broadcasters have come to depend upon, optimized for pure AoIP and virtualized production environments. Flexibly designed to match client deployment preferences, PDMX can be hosted on-premises using a COTS server, on cloud-based platforms like AWS, or on the new Telos Alliance AP-3000 hardware platform.

PDMX gives broadcasters the benefit of many advanced features to ensure program integrity, including up to 99 seconds of stereo audio delay, a unique “Dump” function that selectively removes objectionable content, and the innovative Overkill™ feature, which allows for seamless insertion of show-specific fill files to maintain uninterrupted broadcast flow.

Another standout PDMX feature: the patented PD-Alert™ system, which automatically notifies station personnel via email and provides timestamped audio files for review whenever the Dump function is activated. Multiple methods of delay construc-

tion are offered, from pre-rolling to time expansion or playback of locally stored audio files, ensuring precise control over content delivery.

PDMX’s sophisticated audio algorithms ensure artifact-free audio, even during buffer construction, and support synchronization with metadata and GPIO closures for enhanced broadcast

management.

Livewire+ AES67 connectivity makes PDMX equally at home on a Livewire® network or in an AES67 facility; PDMX includes up to 20 Livewire GPIOs and full LWRP protocol support for native integration with Axia® Pathfinder routing controller.

TELOS ALLIANCE

Omnia® Forza FM Audio Processing Software for FM + HD-1/DAB

Telos Alliance® debuted Omnia® Forza FM, the latest member of the Forza family of software processors, at the NAB Show. Like Omnia Forza HDS for HD, DAB, and streaming audio, Forza FM will be delivered as a software container that can run on an on-premises COTS server or on a cloud-hosted platform such as AWS, bringing Omnia-grade five-band FM audio processing to the virtual realm.

At the front end, Forza FM’s wideband and multiband AGCs and limiters have been optimized for the unique challenges of FM. On the back end, the Frank Foti-

designed Silvio clipper from Omnia.11 and integrated stereo generator ensure the clean, dial-dominating sound Omnia customers expect. Outputs include composite over IP and µMPX for the analog FM signal — which also includes a diversity delay — plus a peak-limited L/R output for HD-1 or DAB. Nielsen and Kantar options provide integrated audio measurement watermarking. The single-page HTML5 user interface is intuitive and straightforward, with “smart controls” that adjust multiple parameters with a single

control, enabling audio processing novices to easily deliver a stellar on-air sound to their listeners while still providing processing pros the individual finetuning controls they expect.

Forza FM is offered with both subscription and buyout options. As with all Telos Alliance subscription-based licenses, the Forza FM subscription includes the TelosCare PLUS SLA, which provides software and feature updates at no additional cost; the buyout license includes one year of TelosCare PLUS.

TIELINE: THE CODEC COMPANY

Bridge-IT II

Bridge-IT II elevates industry expectations of an affordable IP audio codec to the next level, by delivering the ultimate affordable, high-performance, stereo IP audio codec solution for broadcast and professional applications. It is ideal for home studios, simple remote broadcasts, STLs and interstudio links. Connect in full duplex stereo or stream two independent full duplex mono connections over any IP network, including managed and unmanaged WANs like the internet, as well as cellular and satellite networks.

Other brands of low-cost codecs require a PC to connect and configure them.

Bridge-IT II has a front-panel OLED display, a keypad and navigation buttons for simple menu selection, plus professional XLR analog and AES inputs, and a wide range of encoding options.

With Bridge-IT II you can do more with less. Bridge-IT II fulfills the role of a full-featured professional audio codec and a media converter. It accepts analog, AES3 or AoIP audio sources and can natively convert these to AES67/ST 2110-30, Livewire and RAVENNA-compliant audio streams. This delivers simple discovery and routing of AoIP audio sources and destinations. Expand your IP network at a fraction of the cost of competing IP codecs, without compromising on quality or broadcast-quality features. Multi-unicast to up to 10 different end-points or multicast to unlimited endpoints from a single codec. This reduces

capital expenditure and your network’s carbon footprint by reducing on-site power consumption, wiring and rack-space requirements.

For affordable STLs, the Bridge-IT II includes enhanced backup options to support failing over to:

1. An alternative LAN connection or attached cellular modem, or

2. Pre-recorded audio files on SD card, or 3. An HTTP Icecast or Shoutcast stream.

In addition, advanced packet loss strategies include hitless packet switching (redundant streaming), data aggregation of multiple IP interfaces, and Forward Error Correction.

For broadcasters Bridge-IT II delivers rock-solid, high-quality IP stream connections using:

• Managed IP networks and unmanaged Public WANs

• Wireless cellular data modems or tethered cell phones

• Satellite IP links

Key Features

• Connect two full-duplex mono connections or full duplex stereo

• Support for multi-unicast and multicast connections

• OLED screen and keypad for simple menu navigation

• XLR analog and digital AES inputs, plus AoIP inputs

• Dual Ethernet/AoIP LAN ports

• USB 2.0 support for cellular wireless modems

• Native AoIP support for AES67, ST211030, ST2022-7, Livewire, RAVENNA and AMWA NMOS IS-04 and IS-05

• Uncompressed linear PCM audio, plus encode using Tieline Music, Tieline MusicPLUS, Opus, G.711, G.722, MPEG Layer 2, MPEG Layer-3 LC-AAC, HE-AAC, HE-AACv.2, AAC-LD, AAC-ELD, 16/24 bit aptX® Enhanced algorithm

• Advanced packet-loss strategies, including: redundant streaming (hitless packet switching), data aggregation (bonding of multiple IP interfaces, including cellular), Forward Error Correction (FEC) and error concealment

• Failover to an alternative IP connection, SD card audio files or an HTTP stream (Icecast or Shoutcast).

• SIP-compliance with EBU N/ACIP Tech 3326 and N/ACIP Tech 3368, ensuring simple connectivity with non-Tieline devices and applications.

• Full remote control using HTML5 Toolbox Web-GUI or Cloud Codec Controller.

• SNMP real-time monitoring of connections and performance, plus alerts and notifications.

Wheatstone Infinite Studio

Wheatstone combines the latest in intelligent AoIP with cloud, robust connectivity and its FM MPX over IP transporter to create the infinite studio capable of sharing media, workflows and resources across distances.

Wheatstone is known for its intelligent WheatNet IP audio network of 200+ interconnected AoIP elements in use at broadcast studios around the globe.

More recently, the company extended into the cloud and server realm with its Layers Software Suite, which includes mixing, streaming and FM software hosted on a local server or running on cloud data centers.

Now, viewed at the 2024 NAB Show, Wheatstone is running its Layers software on Amazon Web Services (AWS) Global Accelerator and adding Reliable Internet Stream Transport (RIST) protocol to its AoIP technology and its SystemLink® MPX over IP transporter to complete the cloud-based or local server FM air chain.

AWS Global Accelerator is Amazon’s private network made for media with high availability and security features critical to 24/7 broadcasting. RIST connectivity provides the error correction necessary for realtime media delivery across any IP link. Wheatstone’s updated SystemLink® MPX over IP transporter transports FM MPX + HD/DAB reliably and at low latency across IP links of any capacity, whether as uncompressed or via optional µMPX codec.

Webpages

Layers software for servers/cloud: www.wheatstone.com/layers

SystemLink MPX over IP transporter: https://wheatstone.com/mpx-synclink

WheatNet IP audio network: https://www.wheatstone.com/ wheatnet-ip

Audioarts Plug-In Ready Digital Consoles

Wheatstone added to its Audioarts plugin ready studio line with the introduction of two sleek digital consoles at the 2024 NAB show.

The new Lyric DML 12 and Verse DML 8 are made for Audioarts budgets but built to Wheatstone top-line console standards as digital consoles in a sleek, 1-inch thin tabletop profile.

Included are USB direct-to-fader input(s), plus Bluetooth in the case of the DML 12, for PCs, phones, players and other external devices. A WheatNet IP app is optional for direct digital output to a WheatNet IP audio network.

Features include three stereo program busses, AES3 inputs via RJ45, mic preamp(s) and built-in cue speaker.

The new digital consoles are plug-in ready and add to the Audioarts studio line of headphone amps, talent stations, consoles and control surfaces.

Audioarts Engineering is a sister brand to Wheatstone. Both are engineered, manufactured and supported under the same roof in Wheatstone’s New Bern, North Carolina, factory.

WORLDCAST SYSTEMS

APT IP Silver MPX

WorldCast Systems proudly introduces the latest innovation in broadcast technology: the APT IP Silver MPX Encoder and Decoder. As a leading authority in state-of-the-art broadcast solutions, we continue to push boundaries and set new standards in the industry.

The APT IP Silver MPX range represents a paradigm shift in FM-MPX signal transmission, offering an unmatched combination of cost efficiency and uncompromising quality. With our groundbreaking APTmpX compressed format, we ensure pristine signal quality, minimal encoding delay, and unparalleled IP transmission stability, all while drastically reducing bandwidth requirements.

The APT IP Silver MPX Encoder and

Decoder include advanced networking features such as VLAN tagging, NAT traversal and the industry-recognized SureStream Technology that ensures IP redundancy without compromise.

The devices are suitable for both individual MPX-FM feeds and multi-frequency transmission and support various MPX bandwidths and formats.

Our NTP-based Time Alignment function further enhances flexibility, allowing precise adjustment of latency for seamless program switching between transmitter frequencies. And with our intuitive ScriptEasy software, broadcasters can control and monitor devices remotely, streamlining operations and ensuring maximum efficiency.

At WorldCast Systems, we’re not just selling products; we’re providing solutions. The APT IP Silver MPX Encoder and Decoder are part of our ecosystem, embodying our commitment to delivering reliable, high-quality and sustainable content distribution solutions. With our Support Agreement program, customers enjoy maximum uptime, enhanced performance and improved total cost of ownership.

We are proud to submit the APT IP Silver MPX Encoder/Decoder for consideration in the prestigious Best of Show Awards as we are convinced of the impact it will make in advancing the market within FM MPX distribution.

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DTS AutoStage Video Platform Powered by TiVo

DTS AutoStage is an AI-powered global entertainment platform for the connected car that seamlessly combines linear broadcast with IP-delivered content in a unified, user-centric experience. It was developed with radio/audio as its anchor, and has now evolved to include video through the DTS AutoStage Video Service Powered by TiVo™, which brings video into the car in a way that feels natural and aligned with how people are already consuming video entertainment, while also enhancing consumption of associated radio broadcast content.

This development dovetails with an increasing appetite and demand for video entertainment, currently estimated at 20% of all content in the car. The new video function brings a personalized, content-first experience to the connected car, delivering free premium content across live TV, news, sports, movies and more, on the vehicle screen.

It works by combining machine learning, data science and human curation to deliver personalized recommendations for end users. What sets it apart is metadata catalogs, a scalable cloud infrastructure, decades of media UX expertise and automotive infotainment knowledge culled together to produce the first integrated, aggregated audio and video system specifically designed for automotive.

Based on viewer behaviors and natural voice selection, it provides users with the curated content they desire. The result is a video and audio content consumption experience, enriched with metadata and functionality, that makes it easy for consumers to discover what they are in the mood for within thousands of entertainment options through algorithms primed to their preferences.

And because the platform is multiformat

(audio and video) it opens up opportnities for broadcasters and their advertisers to deepen their relationships with consumers. It can seamlessly bridge the gap between media formats to benefit the content provider, for example, the consumer may have watched a video at home or in car, and the system can suggest a relevant radio program or suggest adding a station’s preset.

Because over-the-air updates are an integral part of the platform, immediate innovations and additions are easily and rapidly facilitated so consumers have the most up-to-date and relevant user interface with access to the most current and expansive content available.

BMW recently rolled out the DTS AutoStage Video Service Powered by TiVo™ in its BMW 5-Series

vehicles throughout the United States, Great Britain, South Korea, France, Italy, Germany, Spain and soon also in Japan, and it is now being rolled out over-theair to other models — the BMW X2, and all models of the new MINI family will have access to the DTS AutoStage video platform in 2024.

DTS AutoStage Video Service Powered by TiVo is designed for the future of entertainment distribution and consumption in the car in a way that is personalized, localized and relevant to the user, bridging the transition from home to in-vehicle experiences. The platform gives content providers access to a new distribution medium globally, while enabling consumer access to a personalized, immersive entertainment experience.

AIM Player is a new audio platform product for radio stations from award-winning outfit All in Media, a part of Xperi. AIM Player is available on a licensed basis or on a partnership basis for the radio industry. AIM Player is designed to bring to the fore a unique model based on a true partnership, a unique approach for an app developer.

Moreover, for the first time, broadcasters can license a solution that supports all the key platforms including mobile apps on iOS and Android, CarPlay and Android for in-car mirroring, TV platforms such as Android TV and Apple TV, an Android Automotive app, Smart Speaker integrations.

The end-user will get to enjoy a free-to-access radio and audio app offering live radio and podcasts.

The platform also supports direct integration with DTS AutoStage™, the world’s leading connected car hybrid radio and media platform, which gives broadcasters direct access to the award-winning DTS AutoStage broadcaster portal (analytics).

The launch partner is Nation Radio with the Nation Player app, a free-toaccess radio and audio app offering live radio stations and podcasts.

AIM Player includes a series of components, which can be arranged and customized, to construct a premium audio product. This allows audio brands to save the time and resources usually required to launch a digital product and compete in the busy audio market.

Key Features

• Regular updates, including improvements and new features

• Live radio support using AIM’s renowned streaming engine, including broadcast and digital-only stations

• Full audio on-demand support, includ-

AIM Player

ing podcasts and catch-up

• Video playback including widescreen and horizontal videos

• API-driven layout — Keep the app fresh without submitting app updates

• User registration and login using email and popular identity providers, with various gating options

• Make it yours — We can develop custom components for your needs, or use our pre-built options

• Content-focused design, giving you the flexibility needed to let your content shine

• User-driven personalization — Let listeners make the app their own

• Algorithmic suggestions to power discovery and prolong engagement

• Data reporting via third-party CDPs and analytics tools, helping you understand your listeners better

• Monetization possibilities via display and in-stream ads, or in-app subscriptions

• Engagement through tools like push notifications, competitions and curation

• CarPlay and Android Auto support as standard, letting listeners connect on the move

• Chromecast and AirPlay support included

The all-new Frame.io V4 is a flexible, fast and intuitive cloud-based creative collaboration platform that streamlines and simplifies how creatives and teams review, approve and deliver video content.

Frame.io has undergone a complete transformation, with the latest version redesigned to meet the complex and varied needs of creative teams involved with video creation. With all-new capabilities spanning workflow management, file transfer, media asset review, approval, sharing and presentation, V4 introduces a system that is fully customizable, powerful and flexible enough to facilitate any creative workflow. This marks a shift from Frame.io’s origins as a post-production review and approval tool to a collaborative platform that supports the entire video creation process.

As the demand for video content continues to skyrocket, modern workflows have evolved and so, too, have the needs of Frame.io’s community — companies, brands and individuals all need one unified platform that streamlines how teams and stakeholders come together to ideate, collaborate and create. Creatives involved at all stages of video creation — including casting, location scouting during preproduction and dailies reviews during production — still experience disconnected and broken processes. As a result, creatives and stakeholders often suffer from slower production, artistic misalignment, increased costs and missed deadlines.

Frame.io V4’s new design and performance support every step of the video content-creation lifecycle, from workflow management to creative review, approval, sharing and presentation.

Workflow Management: V4 offers an all-new metadata framework, transforming how users interact with assets. Instead of relying solely on a rigid

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Frame.io V4

folder structure, users can now tag, organize and view their media based on how their teams work. V4 also introduces “Collections,” a flexible, real-time and saved view of assets that allows users to dynamically select, filter, group and sort their media using metadata.

Creative Review and Approval: V4 features a unified and redesigned player architecture to deliver a beautiful immersive media viewing experience, with consistent controls across multiple file types. Users will experience more and better ways to share feedback, including an entirely overhauled commenting system that includes over a dozen new commenting features.

Sharing and Presentation: V4 consolidates sharing and presentation workflows into a powerful new unified sharing function that delivers a more fluid experience for users to browse, preview and customize their shares — all from a single view.

Frame.io V4 also introduces a redesigned cloud file system and a highspeed transfer feature capable of handling bulky uploads with ease. Already the fastest, easiest and most secure way to automatically upload photos, videos, audio and metadata from a camera or cloud-connected device, Frame.io’s Camera-to-Cloud capabilities are improved in V4, with condensed workflows and support for over two dozen devices, including Fujifilm, RED and Atomos hardware, with more to come in 2024.

Frame.io V4 began to roll out on April 9 in beta for Free and Pro customers across web, iPhone and iPad, arriving in stages throughout 2024. V4 is planned to launch for Team and Enterprise customers later this year.

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Adobe Premiere Pro — Enhance Speech

The latest Adobe Premiere Pro innovations are making audio editing faster, easier and more intuitive than ever — saving experienced professionals valuable time while enabling newcomers to quickly access the tools they need.

Earlier in 2024, as part of a major audio editing workflow update, Adobe Premiere Pro launched a new AI-powered feature, Enhance Speech, which instantly removes unwanted noise and improves poorly recorded dialogue — making it sound like your audio was recorded in a professional studio — all in a single click.

Enhance Speech within Premiere Pro has been optimized to perform locally

on your machine, allowing you to run Enhance Speech on an unlimited number of clips.

How It Works

1. Select an audio clip containing dialogue on the timeline.

2. Open the Essential Sound panel and select Enhance to start the analysis.

A progress bar will appear in the Essential Sound panel to give an estimate of how long it will take to enhance the selected audio clip. This task occurs in the background, so you can continue

your editing workflow while the speech gets enhanced.

After the process is complete, the audio will be much clearer and the speech much more distinct, improving the overall quality of your dialogue recordings.

Mix Amount Control

Depending on the situation and specific clip, you may want more or less enhancement. With Mix Amount control, you can adjust the amount of enhancement you want to use by dragging the slider to the left or right.

BirdDog X1. X1 Ultra

Revolutionize your content creation experience with BirdDog X1 and X1 Ultra — PTZs like no other.

Experience category-defining smooth, controllable movement and stunning image quality with X1 and X1 Ultra, with Halo Tally and AI Tracking for pure live production magic.

Say hello to seamless connectivity with NDI® | HX3 and Wi-Fi, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of technological excellence.

One more thing… X1 and X1 Ultra decode NDI® | HX at the same time! Say goodbye to guesswork with confidence monitoring or teleprompting output directly from your camera.

And here’s the final showstopper: an industry-first e-ink display that not only tells you everything you need to know, but stays brilliantly visible even when the camera is off!

Elevate your creativity and embrace innovation with X1 and X1 Ultra.

X1 Ultra - 4K 30

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Halo Tally

Professional results need professional tools. X1 and X1 Ultra sport the most visible and effective Tally system available. Up front with a large, daylight visible border, and out back with an interchangeable, illuminated numbering system. Your cast and crew will always know where to look to keep your audience engaged and your look polished.

AI Tracking

network impact and excellent image quality, meaning it’s more friendly in more network environments. BirdDog’s NDI® | HX3 surpasses the minimum certification parameters, delivering quality and performance you can count

Wi-Fi

No need to use cables to capture every shot. On top of regular Ethernet with PoE, X1 and X1 Ultra have built-in Wi-Fi functionality. Easily capture shots from spots where it’s hard to run cable, seamlessly integrating into any environment. Your setup just became a whole lot more flexible.

Integrated NDI® | HX Decoder

The X1 and X1 Ultra are the world’s first PTZ cameras featuring an NDI® | HX* Decoder designed specifically for confidence monitoring, return feeds or teleprompter usage. We’ve pulled all this connectivity into a single cable, radically simplifying how you interface with your equipment. Less gear. Less hassle. Whether you’re broadcasting live or delivering a CEO address, the integrated NDI® | HX decoder enables more engagement with less setup.

*NDI® | HX2 and NDI® | HX3 supported

Every production could use a little help from a friend. The X1 and X1 Ultra keep your subject in focus with AI tracking technology, intelligently following

your subject’s movements in real time. Whether you’re orchestrating a live event, capturing spontaneous moments in a hybrid environment, or focusing on details in a TED talk, AI tracking helps you get well framed — without needing an octopus to run the controller.

NDI® | HX3

The X1 and X1 Ultra deliver superior network performance via NDI® | HX3 integration. You get significantly reduced

E-Ink Label

The always-on e-Ink label on the X1 and X1 Ultra is a game-changer. From network addresses for easy access to controls through to customizable logos* to complement your brand image, this cool feature ensures that your set-up is clear and each camera easily identifiable even when the power is off.

BG-AVTPG-MINI-G2 | Portable 8K HDMI 2.1 Test Pattern Generator

Batman has his Batarang. Sherlock Holmes has his magnifying glass. Pro AV installers have the BG-AVTPGMINI-G2! This compact sidekick wears many hats, serving as both signal wizard and detective.

The BG-AVTPG-MINI-G2 is a compact and portable device designed for professionals working with HDMI 2.1 signals. Its versatility makes it an ideal choice for installers and integrators. It serves a dual purpose as both a signal generator and analyzer, streamlining the installation and troubleshooting processes. Installers often require multiple tools to perform these tasks, but the BG-AVTPG-MINI-G2 consolidates these functions into a single, user-friendly device. This not only simplifies their workflow but also reduces the need for carrying multiple devices, making it a highly practical solution for professionals.

The BG-AVTPG-MINI-G2’s extensive support for various HDMI signals, including cutting-edge formats like 8K60 4:2:0 10-bit and 8K30 4:4:4, as well as more common resolutions like 4K60 and 1080p, makes it a versatile tool for a wide range of installations. Its compatibility with resolutions up to 4K120 further enhances its capabilities, ensuring it can handle even the most demanding signal requirements. The adjustable color depth feature is a

valuable addition, allowing installers to assess display capabilities during testing, ensuring optimal picture quality.

In “Sink” mode, where it functions as an HDMI signal detector, the BGAVTPG-MINI-G2 provides essential details about detected signals, including

resolution, frame rate, HDCP version and other key HDMI characteristics. This information is crucial for troubleshooting and ensuring the installed equipment is functioning correctly.

The BG-AVTPG-MINI-G2 adheres to HDMI 2.1 standards as well as HDCP 1.4 and 2.3 standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of devices and that it can be used with the latest technologies. Its impressive operational range further adds to its reliability, allowing professionals to work in various installation scenarios without worrying about signal degradation.

The pocket-sized design and rechargeable battery offering up to three hours of usage make this tester highly portable. Installers and integrators often need to move around different job sites, making this convenience a significant factor in its favor within the Installer-Friendly category.

The BG-AVTPG-MINI-G2 stands out due to its versatility, support for various HDMI signals, compatibility with industry standards and portability. Its ability to streamline installation and troubleshooting processes for professionals makes it a deserving candidate for the award.

Future-proof, portable and loaded with features, this 8K tester is your ticket to the best visuals and sound. A must for any toolkit!

BG-EXH-8KF | 8K HDMI 2.1 Over Fiber Extender

Introducing the BG-EXH-8KF, a cutting-edge HDMI over Fiber extender that redefines your audiovisual experience. This advanced extender is HDMI 2.1- and HDCP 2.3-compliant, ensuring seamless connectivity and support for the latest technologies.

The BG-EXH-8KF HDMI over Fiber extender caters to gamers, home theater

enthusiasts and professional integrators alike. With support for advanced gaming features like VRR, ALLM, QMS, QFT and SBTM, gamers can enjoy a seamless and immersive experience. Home theater enthusiasts benefit from unparalleled video quality, including 8K@60 4:2:0 12-bit and 4K@120Hz 4:4:4 12-bit video transmission, along with comprehensive HDR support

for vivid visuals.

Professional integrators appreciate its flexibility with compatibility across multimode fiber grades, auto-downscaling features and versatile audio format support. Designed for hassle-free installation, the extender allows HDMI signal extension up to 984 feet (300 meters), ensuring uncompromised quality and reliability.

Gen-IC is a Cloud Managed Virtual IGen-IC is a cloud-managed virtual intercom service enabling real-time partyline workflows without the need for intercom hardware. Simple to deploy, configure and manage,

Gen-IC is scalable for both small and large teams while also providing a wide range of connectivity to existing onsite intercom systems. Gen-IC is securely avail -

able worldwide over the public internet and cellular networks and backed by Clear-Com’s pioneering experience and customer support.

EPIPHAN VIDEO

Pearl Nexus

Pearl Nexus is the first purpose-built rackmount capture appliance designed for higher education. Pearl Nexus seamlessly works with your existing AV infrastructure to deliver a superior, automated video capture experience at scale. Built upon the award-winning Pearl Family, Pearl Nexus records and streams up to three channels of 1080p video with a suite of creative controls and cloud management tools. A complete

array of video inputs (SDI, HDMI, USB, SRT and NDI), in addition to professional audio inputs (XLR, USB and 3.5 mm), make Pearl Nexus the most flexible appliance in the industry. The included 1 TB SSD drive, CMS integrations, and automated file management ensure all content gets safely recorded and delivered exactly where it needs to go.

Pearl Nexus is a HETMA-approved device, proving to be a versatile, reliable solution

for lecture capture and class recording. With integrations with Kaltura, Panopto and YuJa video platforms, educators can register the systems to any CMS as soon as the Pearl is plugged in.

Compatible with virtually every piece of hardware, from cameras to microphones to room controls to operating systems, Pearl Nexus fits anywhere and delivers a massive volume of HD-quality content.

AlfaArt

FOR-A is the exclusive U.S. partner of Alfalite, the Spanish LED display manufacturer, known for its unparalleled brightness and color fidelity. FOR-A represents Alfalite in Latin America, Europe, the Middle-East and Africa, and Asia. Alfalite teamed up with digital artist César Yagüe to create AlfaArt — an all-inone solution consisting of a UHD Finepix LED wall with state-of-the-art media players and moving ambient artwork that transform entire walls into living

canvases. Shown in the FOR-A booth at the 2024 NAB Show, the product family is designed for large-format art display environments, such as hotel and hospitality, corporate offices and entertainment venues.

“At Alfalite we are dedicated to constant innovation, so we are delighted to offer alongside César Yagüe an unprecedented artistic experience integrating the best digital art and the latest

LED display technology,” said Luis Garrido, executive director at Alfalite. “We fill an unmet need in the marketplace, providing simplicity and perfection beyond what any traditional art gallery or platform can provide. The opportunity lies in capturing the imagination of those looking to redesign their space with an avant-garde spirit and exquisite aesthetic, making it possible with a simple and complete solution.”

FOR-A unveiled the world’s first unique RDS (Registration and Discovery System) solution to enable multivendor RDS to access shared resources in a highly organized way. The new RDS Conductor combines FOR-A’s SOM-200RDS software with the SOM-20RDS Plus API, to organize and register NMOS-compliant resources and share them with other islands/studios.

Adding new systems to an existing one has been difficult up to this point because the RDS on new systems must have the same specs as the initial design or it requires extensive redesign of the existing broadcast controllers and RDS.

To make it easier to add and share devices on a MoIP (Media over IP) system built using SMPTE ST 2110 standards, FOR-A designed a “hierarchical RDS (HiRDS)” environment for next-generation resource sharing of NMOS devices. FORA’s RDS Conductor uses this technology to configure a system’s primary RDS and manage NMOS-compliant common device resources.

All common device resources are registered within the FOR-A SOM-200RDS. And the SOM-20RDS Plus allocates just the common device resources needed on the MoIP system to the user’s local RDS. The local RDS of existing MoIP systems can be used without modification, and any modifications that may be needed on the broadcast controller are minimal.

FOR-A has completed testing of RDS Conductor and confirmed its effectiveness using the RDS and broadcast controllers from multiple vendors. At Inter BEE 2023, the largest broadcast exhibition in Japan, FOR-A participated in a

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RDS Conductor

joint MoIP device connection verification at the IP PAVILION and provided a successful demonstration of RDS Conductor.

FOR-A used the Lawo HOME IP management platform and Riedel Communications NMOS Explorer signal viewer to demonstrate the resource-sharing environment of the SOM-200RDS and the SOM20RDS Plus at the 2024 NAB Show. With SOM-20RDS Plus, the

primary RDS filters only the necessary resources from registered common device resources and assigns them to the local RDS. The local broadcast controller refers to the resource information registered in the local RDS and controls common device resources. Local RDS and broadcast controllers can perform regular operations within the system.

PersonalWorkplace-Controller Professional Max

The PersonalWorkplace-Controller Professional Max offers an innovative solution for managing multiple computer signals, virtual sources or KVM console modules on one or several monitors.

With 27 video inputs, including 15 remote UHD@60Hz connections, and four video outputs supporting resolutions up to 5K@60Hz, this multiviewer tool ensures high-quality display and operation. The device also supports the pass-through of HD-SDI signals, facilitating smooth integration into current workflows and production setups.

This feature enables the addition of more digital video and streaming sources with real-time control over all interactive elements. Whether in dynamic mode, utilizing real EDID resolutions for modern displays, or legacy mode, supporting up to four output monitors with fixed aspect ratios, the PersonalWorkplace-Controller provides flexibility and efficiency. Its intuitive interface allows users to save and recall different layouts, while full integration of KVM functionalities ensures

seamless operation. With low noise emission and easy configuration via on-screen display or API remote control, this device is ideal for creating ergonomic workspaces with enhanced productivity.

The PersonalWorkplace-Controller Professional Max revolutionizes multiviewer technology by consolidating all system functions into a single, high-performance device. With its advanced capabilities, users can effortlessly arrange, combine and transmit up to 27 different video sources to up to four displays, enabling unparalleled flexibility and efficiency in workspace design.

The multiviewing tool delivers stunning visual quality with minimal delay, thanks to its real-time architecture. Users can define the size, position, and scaling of sources, including overlays, and even crop signals at the top, bottom, left or right as needed.

Signals can be scaled with a factor from 0.1 to 10.0 and duplicated for multiple displays, of-

fering exceptional versatility in display configuration.

In addition to its impressive hardware capabilities, the PersonalWorkplace-Controller supports a variety of streaming protocols, including RTSP, RTSP HEVC, WebRTC, NDI and YouTube, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of media sources. The device also offers mirroring functionality, allowing users to display output on any compatible display or device with the appropriate output license.

Further enhancing its versatility, the PersonalWorkplace-Controller features 15 LC duplex inputs for transmission via optional PersonalWorkplace-CPUs, along with 12 HDMI video inputs and four video outputs with DisplayPort interfaces. With 14 USB-B ports for keyboard and mouse access, as well as support for up to 15 connections via LC duplex sockets, the device offers seamless connectivity and integration into existing workflows.

JPEG-XS IP CORE FOR KVM

JPEG XS is an image and video coding system developed by Fraunhofer IIS that enables visually lossless image quality and can thus replace uncompressed raw data to significantly reduce bandwidth and energy requirements as well as the resulting costs. In cooperation with Fraunhofer IIS, IHSE is the world’s first KVM manufacturer to implement the novel codec in an IP core for near-latency-free transmission of high-definition video in extremely high quality, enabling

resolutions of up to 10K and frame rates of up to 480 Hz

The JPEG XS IP Core developed by IHSE is intended as a licensing product to other companies in the broadcast, esports and professional AV industry. The IP Core can be integrated into broadcast and distribution equipment such as cameras, extenders and video processing equipment. JPEG XS enables flexible bandwidth-de-

pendent scaling and compression of the image material. The encoding process excludes frame drops and allows for variable subsampling options. In addition, the JPEG XS IP Core is resource-optimized. Depending on the size of the FPGA used, resolution and bandwidth can be scaled, which significantly reduces coding space requirements and development costs.

kvm-tec ScalableLine Pro 5K

Under the kvm-tec brand, IHSE now introduces the new KVM over IP-based ScalableLine Pro supporting up to 5K60 video. Optimized firmware has made it possible to transmit full 4:4:4 color space running over a typical 10G network switch up to 5120x1440 @60 Hz. These extenders offer 0.47ms latency for delay-free transmission of video, keyboard and mouse. Unique

features include the ability to control and display up to 16 computer sources on a single display and managed via a single keyboard and mouse. By simply moving the mouse inside the gridded cell and clicking, the cell becomes active allowing full control of the source. In addition, up to four ScalableLine Pro receivers can

be network-bonded to allow up to 64 sources across the four displays. Other benefits of the ScalableLine Pro include redundant power, redundant signal ports and options for audio and RS-232 data transmission. Power input is 12VDC, 3A and the units can be easily mounted up to four across in a 1RU tray.

UHD Pro XF+ is a video wall display and control platform combination that represents the world’s first PANTIONE™ Validated and PANTONE SkinTone™ Validated dvLED wall. For industries like broadcast, where color fidelity and authentic skin tone reproduction are essential, this display moves the industry forward by leaps and bounds to the authentic color reproduction intended by content creators.

Utilizing the world’s most sophisticated European-manufactured components and advanced processing technologies, UHD Pro XF+ gained the prestigious honor in February 2024 of being named the world’s first and only PANTONE Validated and SkinTone Validated display. This validation ensures the dvLED display colors are reproduced with the same precious standards demanded in other forms of media, such as print, photography or textiles.

Pantone Color Scientists and Product Marketing Representatives made the formal announcment and presentation to Neoti at the NAB Show.

The display and controller are engineered by the same engineering team, resulting in harmonious and seamless integration. The LED display encompasses not only the breadth of the color spectrum, but also the length of time it holds the gamma, meaning authentic color and uniformity is reproduced on the display in the exact expectation of the design, and for the life of the display.

Here Are the Key Differentiators

1. MAXBIT Technology — Pushing the limits of LED performance, Maxbit can achieve up to 26-bit color depth for the most lifelike performance available in LED.

2. Immersive 3D — Utilizing precise 3D adjustment capabilities, dark time sync, and maximum refresh rates to reduce eye strain, the UHD Pro XF+ series allows for

UHD Pro XF+

extended viewing without eye fatigue.

3. Multi-Image Framesync — Expand XR or video shoot capabilities by syncing multiple cameras to multiple, simultaneous input sources, significantly reducing studio time.

4. Extremely Low Latency — For on-camera and fast-motion applications, the UHD Pro XF+ series outperforms the competition with lifelike true motion performance.

5. TAA Compliant — This product exceeds TAA compliancy; all logic and memory components, the controller and the entire display system are engineered with the highest regard for security at all stages of data transmission.

6. PANTONE Validated — The Pantone Validated Testing Program has the highest level of brand awareness of any color program globally. The testing goes beyond

color fidelity to also test grayscale, color workflow and overall color experience for the device. The testing involves monitoring real-world applications, in addition to measuring the color themselves on the device. The color performance of the device must deliver consistently over time to earn this designation. UHD Pro XF+ is the FIRST and ONLY dvLED to achieve Pantone Validation for color authenticity. With TFC, broadcasters can shift their focus from keeping pace with the changing technological landscape to producing compelling content. Its intuitive design ensures seamless transitions between productions, maximizing productivity and enabling broadcasters to cover more events while maintaining a consistent production environment. The platform’s ability to optimize resource utilization translates into substantial monetary savings, empowering broadcasters to invest in core areas of their operations.

Planar® DirectLight® Pro Series Fine Pixel Pitch LED Video Wall

Premium Planar® DirectLight® Pro Series fine pixel pitch LED video walls raise the bar on versatility and lifetime value. Leveraging key advantages of Planar’s highest-selling LED platforms, the ground-up designed LED video wall features higher brightness, an advanced high bandwidth architecture, multiple cabinet sizes and several controller options to support a wider array of broadcast applications. In particular, with a 5G video architecture and two cabinet sizes, the platform is designed to be deployed efficiently in custom video wall dimensions and resolutions.

The series is available in a range of popular pixel pitches down to sub-1 millimeter, including models in 0.9, 1.2, 1.5 and 1.8 millimeter pixel pitches, and offers 1,000-nit brightness in constant operation. This not only provides vibrant colors broadcasters need even in higher ambient light environments, but also delivers the greater image detail today’s studios and newsrooms require at various

viewing distances.

Planar DirectLight Pro Series is also available in popular Planar® Complete™ display configurations, including 109-inch, 137-inch, 164-inch, 198-inch and 219-inch. In addition to custom dimensions and resolutions as well as enabling faster deployment, the 27-inch and 36-inch cabinets allow for precision and simpler, more easily supported video walls. This includes unmatched deployment versatility and flexibility to accommodate studio and on-camera set installations requiring front tilts, 90-degree corners and faceted curves.

The solution also features a five times higher bandwidth architecture to streamline large video walls, reduce cable counts and simplify custom-sized video walls. With less cables and other components, Planar DirectLight Pro Series offers streamlined installation and maintenance, delivering the reliability and peace of mind broadcasters need when avoiding delays and downtime is

the highest priority.

Planar DirectLight Pro Series’ outstanding on-camera image performance is enhanced by support for rich media playback, including HDR. Compatible with a range of video controllers, the solution can be further tailored to different application needs and address evolving broadcast trends.

The Planar® EverCare™ Lifetime Limited Warranty is included, offering customers complete confidence in their LED video wall purchase while reducing lifetime cost-of-ownership. The solution is also available with Planar® ERO-LED™ (Extended Ruggedness and Optics™) protective coating for safety in high traffic areas and supports 32-point touch for interactive applications. Customers also benefit from support for the industry-respected Planar® WallDirector™ Video Controller as well as ColorLight’s range of controllers and Brompton’s renowned, specialized controllers.

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Media IO UX

Media I/O: Revolutionizing Live Capture & Playout Workflows

In a time when content is crucial, the ability to capture, manage and deliver live feeds efficiently sets the stage for unmatched creativity and productivity in the media and broadcast industry. Media I/O, an innovative solution at the forefront of this transformation, has distinguished itself as an adaptable, scalable and user-friendly live recording and playout system.

Empowering Creativity With Speed and Integration

Media I/O redefines the live capture and playout landscape by offering support for a myriad of input sources, workflows, codecs and formats. Media I/O facilitates instant access to live ingest content, seamlessly integrating with post production, media asset management and delivery workflows. Its unique capability to support edit-while-ingest processes fast-tracks production for both logging and editing workflows, enabling creators to harness the speed of live production without compromising on quality or flexibility.

Flexibility and Scalability at Its Core

Media I/O’s innovation is its unparalleled flexibility and scalability, providing a software-based solution that evolves with business goals and workflow needs. From supporting on-premises to cloud-based architectures, Media I/O ensures that engineering departments have the freedom to host solutions in a way that best suits their operational requirements. Its capacity to grow from a single channel to what your environment needs, demonstrates a commitment to meeting the ever-changing demands of the media landscape.

A New Era of User Experience With Aura

The introduction of the Aura web-based interface marks a significant milestone in Media I/O’s journey. This modern, intuitive user interface is packed with powerful new features and functionalities, including a visual scheduler, native MAM integration and a multiviewer with full transport controls. Aura elevates the user experience, making complex tasks more manageable and allowing users to navigate the intricacies of ingest, playout and transcode demands with unprecedented ease.

Advanced Features for Modern Workflows

Media I/O’s robust feature set, including live capture of diverse sources, channels that support any codec, native integration with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects and Photoshop, IP readiness, pro codec

support, signal path control and workflow automation, positions it as a leader in its field. Offering limitless scalability, flexibility and ease of use without imposing user restrictions.

A Shift in Media Production

Media I/O represents a paradigm shift in how live feeds are captured, transcoded and played out, enabling media professionals to focus on what truly matters — creating compelling content. With the integration of the Aura interface expanding its award-winning capabilities, Media I/O stands out as a beacon of innovation in the media and broadcast industry. It is not just a tool, but a partner in the creative process, deserving recognition for its contribution to streamlining and enhancing media production workflows.

The BRC-AM7 4K 60p pan-tiltzoom (PTZ) camera with an integrated lens incorporates PTZ Auto Framing technology, which uses AI technology for advanced recognition, and facilitates accurate and natural automatic tracking of moving subjects. The camera enables simplified high-quality video production that takes the time and guesswork out of creating content for broadcast, live event and sports productions. It combines excellent picture quality, advanced PTZ Auto Framing technology, versatile interoperability and compatibility.

The BRC-AM7 is the world’s smallest and lightest integrated lens PTZ camera (equipped with a 1.0-inch type image sensor and compatible with 4K60P). It measures approximately 6.64 inches in width, roughly 8.87 inches in height, and about 7.57 inches in depth, with a weight of approximately 8.16 pounds. The size and weight promote greater freedom including increased installation flexibility, broader accessibility in challenging locations, and more vantage points. The BRC-AM7 also works effortlessly alongside Sony’s professional camera ecosystem, providing compatibility and seamless color matching.

SONY ELECTRONICS BRC-AM7

30x in 4K or 40x in Full HD.

The BRC-AM7’s 1.0-type, 4K-compatible stacked Exmor RS™ CMOS image sensor and image processing achieves 4K 60p high-resolution imagery with less noise. 5K oversampling allows for high-resolution 4K video and supports 4K HDR.

The new all-in-one lens is equipped with a 20x optical zoom and Clear Image Zoom, providing telephoto capture up to

The BRC-AM7 has a built-in unique electronic variable ND filter that allows users to seamlessly adjust the filter transmittance, adjust the exposure without changing the depth of field, and use auto settings to automatically adjust the light intensity.

Sony’s PTZ Auto Framing technology, which also incorporates auto focus, employs built-in

AI analytics for advanced recognition, automatically tracking a subject based on detailed information such as the person’s skeleton, head, face and clothing. The intuitive operation and remote capabilities help create efficiencies in managing a production or live event.

The newly developed pantilt rotation mechanism enables quick, smooth and quiet operation at a speed of 0.004 degrees per second up to 180 degrees per second.

The BRC-AM7 easily integrates into Sony’s camera lineup for simplified color matching. It also features a familiar user experience and operation. The camera supports GENLOCK terminals and is compatible with Sony’s Master Setup Units and Remote-Control Panels, enabling multicamera operation, as well as integration with Sony’s switchers.

In terms of power supply, the BRC-AM7 is compatible with the versatile XLR 4-pin connector and supports PoE++ (Power over Ethernet Plus Plus). Versatile audio inputs and video outputs allow for increased system expansion and customization.

The BRC-AM7 supports SRT, RTMP, RTSP, NDI and optical fiber, enabling remote production over IP networks. It is compatible with VISCA™ over IP, S700PTP protocol and CGI, allowing for remote camera control via external commands. It also supports IP Tally for remote production and is compatible with the freed protocol.

Crystal LED VERONA

Crystal LED VERONA has high color accuracy and provides deep black levels and less reflection due to a unique surface technology. This Crystal LED video wall is easy to install, and has the damage protection features. Sony worked closely with industry leaders to create a new easy-installation 1:1 cabinet design so that production crews can quickly and efficiently assemble a display that matches the desired stage size. They feature large, easy grip handles, locating pins for easy alignment and a lever-type locking mechanism, which can be operated without tools. The Virtual Production series not only adapts to LED designs that are curved, hanging and stacking, but now the frames are stronger to support more weight, enabling self-stacking screens up to 23-feet high. The LED surface and edges are protected by Sony’s unique technology and specifically designed protection mechanisms that prevent damage during installation. VERONA also has lower power consumption when company to previous Crystal LED models.

ally any scale and shape, including very large stacks and curved surfaces.

VERONA gives system integrators and rental specialists exceptional installation freedom. The modular LED panels are easy to install without needing special skills or costly jigs and other complex equipment. Popular with the virtual production rental industry, VERONA’s self-stacking cabinet’s square 1:1 proportion simplifies rapid LED wall assembly. VERONA also gives installers exceptional flexibility in building LED walls of virtu-

Another feature is the Easy Z-axis adjustment, which allows fine alignment of individual cabinets, ensuring that the LED wall surface is extremely flat to eliminate visible lines when shooting from an angle. Compatibility with industry standard processors (Megapixel and Brompton) makes it even easier to integrate. The Verona is easy to install/uninstall, has a low running cost and allows end users to keep their current workflow.

Sony also provides a Virtual Production Tool Set designed to

tackle common problems with virtual production and to support quality In-Camera VFX. It features the Camera and Display plug-in and the Color Calibrator. The Camera and Display plug-in uses Unreal Engine to connect the real and virtual worlds, achieving synergy between hardware and software through a fully virtualized VENICE camera to aid in design, and visualize and refine the virtual production shots during PreVis. The Color Calibrator tool provides a simple and rapid process to calibrate display-to-camera color, to ensure the LED panels (including VERONA) match the specific camera’s color characteristics.

This provides more latitude and creative choice to cinematographers. It can also deliver more realistic expression and provide more of a variety for lighting design.

Ideally suited to demanding virtual production applications, Sony’s latest-generation VERONA modular Crystal LED video walls deliver breathtaking images with truly impressive brightness and clarity. VERONA’s extraordinary black levels, low reflection, high brightness, wide color gamut and high refresh rate, plus installation-friendly features, let content creators compose immersive and realistic visual experiences on any scale. Users no longer have to choose been high contrast and low reflectivity with VERONA, which features a surface technology that accommodates both.

VITEC

MGW Diamond-H

The latest addition to VITEC’s encode and decode products is the MGW Diamond-H, a compact and portable 4K HDMI Encoder. Providing best-in-class video quality over industry standard video/audio connectivity, the Diamond-H boasts impressive encoding capabilities of up to 4x channels from 2x sources at HD resolution, or 1x at 4K, empowering users to capture and stream content with unparalleled quality and minimal latency.

With 2x HDMI and 1x 12G SDI inputs, the MGW Diamond-H is designed to

seamlessly integrate into existing setups, suitable for both IPTV distribution or site-to-site streaming within corporate, sports or broadcast industries. This increased connectivity sets a new standard for VITEC in terms of quality, efficiency, and integration.

The MGW Diamond-H features Ultra High Definition and High Dynamic Range (HDR) support, enabling it to capture 4Kp60 HDR10 or HLG video. The encoder also possesses the next generation of HEVC (H.265) compression support,

reducing network bandwidth utilisation by up to 50% compared to H.264.

The device can be powered via Power over Ethernet (PoE+) making integration as seamless as possible, and creating a robust, secure, and reliable encoding solution for any IPTV distribution project.

The versatile Diamond-H can be applied to many applications such as IPTV distribution, streaming desktop/ laptop/camera content to devices on the local network, IP video contribution and inter-site video streaming.

ADOBE

Adobe Premiere Pro — Enhance Speech

The latest Adobe Premiere Pro innovations are making audio editing faster, easier and more intuitive than ever — saving experienced professionals valuable time while enabling newcomers to quickly access the tools they need.

Earlier in 2024, as part of a major audio editing workflow update, Adobe Premiere Pro launched a new AIpowered feature, Enhance Speech, which instantly removes unwanted noise and improves poorly recorded dialogue — making it sound like your audio was recorded in a professional studio — all in a single click. Enhance Speech within Premiere

Pro has been optimized to perform locally on your machine, allowing you to run Enhance Speech on an unlimited number of clips.

How It Works

1. Select an audio clip containing dialogue on the timeline.

2. Open the Essential Sound panel and select Enhance to start the analysis.

A progress bar will appear in the Essential Sound panel to give an estimate of how long it will take to enhance the selected audio clip. This task occurs in the

background, so you can continue your editing workflow while the speech gets enhanced.

After the process is complete, the audio will be much clearer and the speech much more distinct, improving the overall quality of your dialogue recordings.

Mix Amount Control

Depending on the situation and specific clip, you may want more or less enhancement. With Mix Amount control, you can adjust the amount of enhancement you want to use by dragging the slider to the left or right.

AMAZON WEB SERVICES (AWS)

Workflow Monitor for AWS Media Services and CloudFront

Today, broadcast customers who want to monitor video workflows are presented with a range of service-specific alerts and dashboards across the AWS Management Console. However, no single overview exists to view alarms, metrics, resource alerts and health across the entire media workflow. When relationships between resources are unclear, that leads to time-consuming manual diagnoses and remediation when issues arise. Customers also lack awareness of which metrics are most useful for monitoring, and they don’t have an automated means to deploy and maintain recommended alarms and notification rules.

To help solve these issues, AWS launched the workflow monitor for AWS Media Services and Amazon CloudFront. This new capability is designed to discover, visualize and monitor live video workflows.

In just a few clicks, the workflow monitor can discover the resources as-

sociated with a media workflow. Discovery can begin at any supported service, including AWS Elemental MediaConnect, MediaLive and MediaPackage, and the workflow monitor will create an end-to-end signal map. A customer can view all their video workflows on a single page and can filter for specific workloads based on name or status. They can also view which resources are in use and the status of each resource, which can be updated every second. Certain resources, such as a MediaLive channel or MediaPackage endpoint, display dynamically updating image thumbnails from the live video, if available.

Customers can use the built-in alarm and event templates in the workflow monitor, created by industry experts and support teams at AWS, or they can configure their own. The workflow monitor leverages features of Amazon CloudWatch and Amazon EventBridge along with metrics from AWS Ele -

mental MediaConnect, MediaLive and MediaPackage to monitor customer workflows. Customers can configure how they want to be alerted when issues arise. When the customer is ready, the workflow monitor applies the alarms and notification rules across one or more workflows using AWS CloudFormation. Deploying with CloudFormation provides repeatability, eliminating the need to manually create alarms and events for each video workflow.

The Alveo MA35D media accelerator is cutting-edge technology revolutionizing interactive media applications. It is designed to support up to 32x 1080p60 streams, ensuring high channel density and superior video quality at ultra-low latency. The accelerator’s optimized architecture helps reduce rack space, network bandwidth and power consumption, making it an efficient solution for infrastructure and content providers to scale costeffectively while delivering an optimal experience quality. By reducing both CAPEX and OPEX, the Alveo MA35D media accelerator is a game-changer for the media industry.

The Alveo MA35D media accelerator is designed for interactive media applications streaming. It is based on a specialized ASIC architecture that offers the best economics in terms of cost, area and power per stream. The accelerator is powered by two purpose-built video processing units (VPU) that feature multiple video encoders, a hardened scaler for implementing Adaptive Bitrate (ABR) ladders, a hardware compositor engine, an AI processor, video quality engines and more. Accelerating the entire video pipeline on a single device, the Alveo MA35D platform reduces data movement between CPU and accelerator. This maximizes channel density and minimizes chip-to-chip latency.

Specialized ASIC architecture reduces cost-, area- and power-per stream

• Support for AV1, H.264, H.265 at latencies as low as 8ms (4Kp60)

• 8K max resolution

AI-Enabled, Intelligent Video Pipeline

at lower bitrates

Cost-Effectively Scale for Interactive Media Application

• Providers can affordably scale for high-volume, real-time streaming

• Enables a new class of interactive media and monetization services

BirdDog X1. X1 Ultra

Revolutionize your content creation experience with BirdDog X1 and X1 Ultra — PTZs like no other.

Experience category-defining smooth, controllable movement and stunning image quality with X1 and X1 Ultra, with Halo Tally and AI Tracking for pure live production magic.

Say hello to seamless connectivity with NDI® | HX3 and Wi-Fi, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of technological excellence.

One more thing… X1 and X1 Ultra decode NDI® | HX at the same time! Say goodbye to guesswork with confidence monitoring or teleprompting output directly from your camera.

And here’s the final showstopper: an industry-first e-ink display that not only tells you everything you need to know, but stays brilliantly visible even when the camera is off!

Elevate your creativity and embrace innovation with X1 and X1 Ultra.

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Halo Tally

Professional results need professional tools. X1 and X1 Ultra sport the most visible and effective Tally system available. Up front with a large, daylight visible border, and out back with an interchangeable, illuminated numbering system. Your cast and crew will always know where to look to keep your audience engaged and your look polished.

AI Tracking

network impact and excellent image quality, meaning it’s more friendly in more network environments. BirdDog’s NDI® | HX3 surpasses the minimum certification parameters, delivering quality and performance you can count

Wi-Fi

No need to use cables to capture every shot. On top of regular Ethernet with PoE, X1 and X1 Ultra have built-in Wi-Fi functionality. Easily capture shots from spots where it’s hard to run cable, seamlessly integrating into any environment. Your setup just became a whole lot more flexible.

Integrated NDI® | HX Decoder

The X1 and X1 Ultra are the world’s first PTZ cameras featuring an NDI® | HX* Decoder designed specifically for confidence monitoring, return feeds or teleprompter usage. We’ve pulled all this connectivity into a single cable, radically simplifying how you interface with your equipment. Less gear. Less hassle. Whether you’re broadcasting live or delivering a CEO address, the integrated NDI® | HX decoder enables more engagement with less setup.

*NDI® | HX2 and NDI® | HX3 supported

Every production could use a little help from a friend. The X1 and X1 Ultra keep your subject in focus with AI tracking technology, intelligently following

your subject’s movements in real time. Whether you’re orchestrating a live event, capturing spontaneous moments in a hybrid environment, or focusing on details in a TED talk, AI tracking helps you get well framed — without needing an octopus to run the controller.

NDI® | HX3

The X1 and X1 Ultra deliver superior network performance via NDI® | HX3 integration. You get significantly reduced

E-Ink Label

The always-on e-Ink label on the X1 and X1 Ultra is a game-changer. From network addresses for easy access to controls through to customizable logos* to complement your brand image, this cool feature ensures that your set-up is clear and each camera easily identifiable even when the power is off.

CANARE CORP. OF AMERICA

RJC6A-F4PH

Canare’s RJC6A-F4PH boasts a number of advancements in Canare’s well established offering of IP-based solutions. This cable was developed with compatibility with HDBaseT3.0 in mind. With transmission distances of up to 100 meters for 4K60P 4:4:4, the RJC6A-F4PH is suited perfectly for large-scale installations like concert halls, large exhibitions and outdoor signs etc. The cable is also much more easily terminated when compared to similar cables offered by other manufacturers.

Dina is a cloud newsroom system developed for modern news operations, enabling digital-first workflows and facilitating story creation, planning and publishing across multiple platforms. It integrates with technologies such as LiveU and Mimir, providing immediate media access. The system also includes a mobile application, Dina Mobile, ensuring seamless integration with the newsroom and flexibility for journalists on the move.

Dina includes features like order management, which helps allocate resources efficiently; and multistudio support, allowing for managing complex production schedules. Enhanced communication tools within Dina support real-time team interaction, and AI functionalities aid in content management and creation.

A notable feature of Dina is Spaces, designed to create customized planning workflows and dashboards, enabling teams to oversee projects. This feature works alongside a comprehensive search tool that facilitates the management of stories, rundowns, assets and more, making it an essential tool for newsrooms focused on operational efficiency.

Dina’s delivery as a Software-asa-Service (SaaS) model means that it receives regular updates without requiring downtime, allowing newsrooms to continuously access new features and improvements. The system’s open API and its compatibility with various broadcast and digital platforms make it a versatile solution for newsrooms facing the challenges of a rapidly evolving media environment.

Dina provides tools designed to enhance newsroom operations by improving workflow, collaboration and storytelling. Its integration capabilities, combined with a focus on continuous improvement and adaptability, make it suitable for newsrooms looking to leverage technolo-

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gy to stay ahead in the industry.

Dina’s approach to newsroom operations is grounded in providing solutions that address the practical challenges of modern storytelling. By offering a system that supports digital-first strategies and integrates seamlessly with existing technologies, Dina helps newsrooms optimize their workflows and improve content quality. The system’s focus on enhancing communication and collaboration among teams in the field and the newsroom reflects an understanding of the dynamic nature of news production today.

The platform’s regular updates and commitment to compatibility with a wide range of technologies demonstrate a forward-thinking approach, ensuring that newsrooms can adapt to new trends and technologies as they emerge. Dina’s strength lies in being built from the ground up on modern web technologies. No legacy code hinders adapting to new technologies, such as AI. This adaptability is crucial for

maintaining relevance and competitiveness in a fast-paced media landscape.

Dina stands out for its comprehensive feature set, which is designed to meet newsrooms’ diverse needs. From planning and resource management to content creation and publishing, Dina offers tools that streamline these processes, enabling journalists and newsroom staff to focus on producing high-quality content. The system’s integration with key technologies and platforms further enhances its value, providing users with a cohesive and efficient workflow.

By focusing on innovation, adaptability and the integration of digital-first strategies, Dina aims to transform newsroom operations, making it a key player in the future of news production. Its commitment to improving workflow efficiency and content management positions it as a significant contributor to the advancement of newsroom technology.

AdsReach

Broadcasters and distributors sending TV streams towards many different countries are often confronted with the challenge of content personalization and monetization.

In order to match the expectations of the viewers thus ensuring loyalty, the TV stakeholders are looking for easy-todeploy and easy-to-use solutions, enabling content substitution at a much lower cost than the cost of multiplying streams containing only slight differences.

Monetization through advertisement, which is the only revenue source for this industry, is the main reason motivating the adoption of a content substitution solution. Most of the time, national advertisement is not monetized when

broadcasting abroad, so there is plenty of room for extra revenue generation. Whether it is client-side or network-side advertisement, whether it is on OTT or linear broadcast, the return on investment is guaranteed and spectacular. Now, the AdsReach solution can be operated in the AWS cloud to generate additional TV revenues with more targeted content in a few clics. In a world where targeted advertising is the key to generating more revenues in the media value chain, AdsReach offers TV operations with an elegant approach to localize TV content. Advertising sales houses come with different sizes, and AdsReach is able to

provide a tailored service to all of them. For bigger structures, AdsReach offers interoperability with ad decisioning servers and digital advertising solutions, allowing them to add linear TV services to their advertising inventories. Smaller sales houses will be happy to use the AdsReach solution on a daily basis. In addition, Free Ad Supported TV (FAST) services deployed by operators act as an accelerator to broadcast content to new audiences. These audiences can then be targeted based on geographical or demographical criteria, and AdsReach offers the possibility to adapt advertising campaigns specifically to these platforms.

“The all-new Frame.io V4 is a flexible, fast and intuitive cloud-based creative collaboration platform that streamlines and simplifies how creatives and teams review, approve and deliver video content.

Frame.io has undergone a complete transformation, with the latest version re-designed to meet the complex and varied needs of creative teams involved with video creation. With all-new capabilities spanning workflow management, file transfer, and media asset review, approval, sharing and presentation, V4 introduces a system that is fully customizable, powerful and flexible enough to facilitate any creative workflow. This marks a shift from Frame.io’s origins as a post-production review and approval tool to a collaborative platform that supports the entire video creation process.

As the demand for video content continues to skyrocket, modern workflows have evolved and so too have the needs of Frame.io’s community – companies, brands and individuals all need one unified platform that streamlines how teams and stakeholders come together to ideate, collaborate and create. Creatives involved at all stages of video creation –including casting, location scouting during pre-production and dailies reviews during production – still experience disconnected and broken processes. As a result, creatives and stakeholders often suffer from slower production, artistic misalignment, increased costs and missed deadlines.

Frame.io V4’s new design and performance support every step of the video content creation lifecycle, from workflow management to creative review, approval, sharing and presentation.

Workflow Management: V4 offers an all-new metadata framework, transforming

Frame.io V4

how users interact with assets: Instead of relying solely on a rigid folder structure, users can now tag, organize and view their media based on how their teams work. V4 also introduces “Collections,” a flexible, real-time and saved view of assets that allows users to dynamically select, filter, group and sort their media using metadata.

Creative Review and Approval: V4 features a unified and redesigned player architecture to deliver a beautiful immersive media viewing experience, with consistent controls across multiple file types. Users will experience more and better ways to share feedback, including an entirely overhauled commenting system that includes over a dozen new commenting features.

Sharing and Presentation: V4 consolidates sharing and presentation workflows into a powerful new unified sharing function that delivers a more fluid experience for users to browse, preview and customize their shares – all from a single view.

Frame.io V4 also introduces a redesigned cloud file system and a high-speed transfer feature capable of handling bulky uploads with ease. Already the fastest, easiest and most secure way to automatically upload photos, videos, audio and metadata from a camera or cloud-connected device, Frame.io’s Camera-to-Cloud capabilities are improved in V4, with condensed workflows and support for over two dozen devices, including Fujifilm, RED and Atomos hardware, with more to come in 2024.

Frame.io V4 will begin to roll out on April 9 in beta for Free and Pro customers across web, iPhone, and iPad, arriving in stages throughout 2024. V4 is planned to launch for Team and Enterprise customers later this year.

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LBX8-POE

The Ikan LBX8-POE is a cutting-edge and compact soft-panel LED light that is designed specifically for studios, conference rooms, classrooms and various spaces with low ceiling clearance. Engineered for easy installation, this light is simultaneously powered (via PoE++) and DMX controlled (via ArtNet or sACN) through a single Ethernet (RJ45) cable. Boasting high CRI LED chips and a soft panel, the LBX8-POE emits a gentle, wraparound light, crafting artifact-free shadows. Its color temperature range, from 3200K to

5600K, adapts seamlessly to various lighting productions. With a broad 110-degree beam angle, coverage is extensive, and the sturdy yoke, featuring tension knobs, ensures effortless adjustments and secure placement at any angle.

The intuitive yellow control knob on the back, paired with the LED readout, simplifies finetuning of brightness, color temperature and DMX channels. Enhance your creative toolkit with built-in barn doors featuring integrated clips

for easy addition of light modifiers. The LBX8-POE’s compatibility extends with a baby 5/8-inch and junior 1 1/8-inch combo pin, allowing versatile use on standard light stands. Elevate your studio lighting experience with the Ikan LBX8POE. (Patent Pending)

MEDIAGENIX FAST Scheduling Artist

MEDIAGENIX FAST Scheduling Artist enables broadcasters to launch FAST channels at the click of a button. Schedules are automatically generated that include commercial ad breaks, promo intervals and specific channel branding. The MEDIAGENIX intuitive FAST cockpit allows real-time monitoring with operational metrics such as the amount of times content has been aired, the status of material and rights clearance. MEDIAGENIX FAST algorithm will always ensure the most-suited content is scheduled, so that the FAST planner no longer needs to worry about gaps in the schedule, as our solution ensures a continuous playlist is seamlessly delivered to playout. Combined with our smart content management FAST Scheduling Artist enables FAST planners to perfectly tailor a FAST channel to the needs of a specific audience.

FAST Scheduling Artist is a fully cloud-native solution, FAST scheduling algorithm. This algorithm is built on AI and machine-learning knowledge, enriched with our decades of experience in the scheduling industry. At the core of this technology stack are meticulously designed APIs facilitating seamless communication between our different scheduling applications, enabling interoperability across the entire scheduling workflow. This web-native solution harnesses the power of modern APIs to orchestrate the entire scheduling process. Through these APIs, disparate components such as content management systems, ad servers and branding tools harmoniously interact, ensuring a cohesive and streamlined workflow. This integration enables the automatic generation of schedules encompassing commercial ad breaks, promotional intervals and channel branding elements. Within the intuitive FAST cockpit, built atop this cloud platform, broadcasters gain real-time insights into

operational metrics critical for effective FAST channel management. These metrics encompass a spectrum of performance indicators, including content reach, material status and rights clearance status.

Leveraging our cloud solution’s scalability and real-time processing capabilities, broadcasters can monitor and adjust schedules on the fly, optimizing content delivery in response to audience preferences and market dynamics.

At the heart of the FAST Scheduling Artist lies a sophisticated algorithm, seamlessly integrated into the cloud platform, that dynamically curates content to ensure an engaging viewer experience. Using a wide array of parameters, this algorithm autonomously fills scheduling gaps, guaranteeing a continuous and diverse playlist tailored to the target audience’s preferences. Through the convergence of cloud technology, advanced APIs and a web-native architecture, MEDIAGENIX FAST Scheduling Artist empowers broad-

casters to craft unique FAST channels that resonate with a broadcaster’s audience. Creating a FAST channel that rivals traditional TV schedules in sophistication, adheres to rights and budget constraints, engages viewers, and builds loyalty is challenging. It requires a complex solution that ensures a positive return on investment, supporting the automatic creation and maintenance of the FAST channels. The FAST Scheduling Artist, revolutionizes the process by making it data-driven, intuitive and cost-effective. Leveraging insights from over 1,000 parameters, it provides instant recommendations for FAST channels and schedules. It creates an automated content lineup, suggests content acquisition tactics, and generates a complete broadcast channel. This enables a fully automated closed-loop optimization of all relevant business parameters, including content catalog, available rights usage, demographic fit and, ultimately, advertising revenues.

MOVIEBIRD INTERNATIONAL

Moviebird 12-Foot Verticrane

The new MB12 MiniBird with VertiCrane functionality is the world’s first and only telescopic camera crane in production capable of a vertical telescopic movement with a tilt range from –25 degrees to true 90 degress vertical. It’s unique foldable Yoke allows it to transform from a standard telescopic crane with a symetrical tilt angle range to a VertiCrane with reduced downward tilt range and vertical capability

TV Platform With Integrated No Code App Builder

The MwareTV TV Management system (TVMS) is a comprehensive platform, giving the network operator all the functionality they need to set up, run and monetize a sophisticated streaming service. Everything is included from storage and asset management to delivery; scheduling to commercials insertion; subscriber registration to marketing.

From the consumer point of view, they need to access the service on whichever device they choose to use at that moment, whether it is a handheld, a computer or a smart TV. It should be tempting and engaging, drawing the user into the service, showing what content is available across the whole bouquet, encouraging them to explore further and get even more from the programming on offer. It must also make it easy to manage subscriptions, upselling where appropriate and ensuring that retention and renewal is simple and certain.

This used to be an expensive and time-consuming blockage. Now, MwareTV has completely eliminated the block, by providing a simple, absolutely code-free way to design your perfect user experiences. You simply drag and drop the graphics elements, functionality buttons and text into place with the underlying software making all the connectivity work.

The MwareTV App Builder provides drag-and-drop app creation for all the common platforms, including iOS, Android, AndroidTV, TVOS, FireTV, WebOS, Tizen, KaiOS, Roku, WebTV and will soon support the Lightning Framework. It includes starter templates, but absolutely everything is completely customizable with nine menu types, 33 home page widgets and a practically unlimited number of setups.

The MwareTV App Builder is a com-

pletely intuitive yet powerful no code development tool, incorporated within the TVMS environment. It allows the operator to create precisely the physical and functional design of apps and web browser clients to meet their needs, with absolutely free control over the branding and layout.

And, because it is an integral part of the MwareTV TVMS platform, there is no need for complicated connectivity and integration efforts. Build the app and it connects directly and simply into the management system. There is no faster way to create a complete, truly end-to-end streaming service to attract and retain subscribers.

The platform is completely cloud-hosted. A fully working

proof-of-concept service can be up and running in half a day; the full service online in a week or two. MwareTV can even provide fully licensed media and channels to take away the perceived challenges of negotiating with content owners. And because it is cloud-hosted, it is infinitely and instantly scalable, with hosting costs directly linked to revenues so you pay as you grow.

MwareTV transforms the way rich streaming services are built, maintained and delivered, by abstracting the technology from the operation. A key part of that is the App Builder that is embedded in the software solution. It extends the simple, intuitive, no-coding approach all the way to the consumer experience.

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Resilio Active Everywhere Platform

The broadcasting industry is dynamic and exciting but poses unique challenges for IT Services partners. Clients have large files, tight deadlines, and the need to collaborate with production and distribution partners. In recent years, many team members began working remotely over home broadband.

The Resilio Active Everywhere platform (formerly Resilio Connect) offers an easy, fast and flexible way to synchronize creative files anywhere. Work remotely, collaborate globally and automate file delivery across any location.

Active Everywhere predictably moves files of any size and type — even 8K — over any distance. Security is built-in and protects and encrypts files at rest and in flight, without the need for VPNs or third-party security services.

Active Everywhere’s cross-platform software runs on Macs and PCs, and is compatible with popular editing and content creation tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer and Blackmagic DaVinci, among others.

Active Everywhere is helping companies like Skywalker Sound, Turner, VaynerMedia, Merge and other creative groups work faster remotely from anywhere across the globe.

Key Use Cases for Resilio in Broadcasting include:

• Remote work: Collaborate, share, and sync assets of any size and type with users in any location.

• Sync, distribution and ingest: Move and sync files one-way, two-way, one-tomany, many-to-one and many-to-many.

• Cloud storage: Use any type of cloud storage

(object or file) and your cloud provider of choice.

• High availability and disaster recovery: Provide access to your data even during an outage.

Named a top solution for solving file collaboration challenges in distributed workforces by DCIG, Active Everywhere leads the file synchronization software industry with the fastest real-time file transfers available.

With Active Everywhere there is no need to change your storage architecture or migrate large amounts of existing data to implement a global file system. Bring your own cloud (BYOC) or local storage solutions, and Active Everywhere will work on day one with no operational disruption. Resilio Active Everywhere supports Azure Blob and Files, Amazon S3, Google Cloud and any S3-compatible object storage.

Active Everywhere also presents a common and consistent view of corporate file systems locally for hybrid workers by using Selective Sync, which enables globally distributed employees to download only the data they need and experience “in-office” performance levels for all local data.

ROXi’s new interactive TV platform FastStream, first announced at CES 2024*, represents a revolution in broadcast TV for broadcasters and content owners, making broadcast TV channels on NextGen TV (ATSC 3.0) fully interactive without the need for users to ever download or launch a TV app. FastStream powered TV channels benefit from the instant accessibility of a broadcast TV channel but with the full interactivity and functionality of a downloaded OTT app.

Many analysts believe FastStream will make broadcast TV relevant to a younger customer base who expect to be able to pause or skip any segment Tik Tok-style. It’s interactive broadcast TV for the TikTok generation. Indeed, the Verge has called out FastStream as a savior of broadcast TV, while The Washington Post named FastStream one of the top three announcements at CES 2024.

At the 2024 NAB Show, ROXi announced an industry-wide partnership with Pearl TV and the major U.S. broadcast networks to rollout revolutionary interactive TV channels nationwide, leveraging ROXi’s FastStream technology for NextGen TV and changing the way millions of consumers enjoy and interact with broadcast TV in the U.S. this year.

The new FastStream-powered interactive TV channels will be immediately differentiated from traditional broadcast TV channels in that:

• Channels start at the beginning of a programme when you turn on that channel, or channel hop to that channel

• Viewers can pause, fast forward and rewind

• Viewers can jump to a particular programme segment instantly with

FastStream

their remote

• No need to download an app

First to be broadcast will be ROXi’s interactive music channels, which will revolutionize the delivery of music on TV by allowing viewers on a music video channel to choose genre or decade, and skip through music videos they don’t like, something that has never been possible on broadcast TV channels before.

ROXi and the broadcasters are also now working on other interactive channels to include news, entertainment and sports.

The FastStream-powered interactive channels will get nationwide distribution through major broadcast networks in collaboration with Pearl TV.

FastStream also enhances the NextGen TV consumer proposition, enabling ATSC 3.0

broadcasters to further leverage CTV ad market.

ROXi also demoed America’s first Interactive News Channel, a revolution in broadcast TV at the NAB Show. ROXi’s FastStream technology will allow existing Local TV News organisations to broadcast interactive versions of their broadcast TV news channels, where viewers can pause, play and skip news segments on broadcast TV — instantly — without needing to download an app. With its interactive features FastStream makes broadcast TV compelling and attractive to a younger consumer again and accelerates demand for NEXTGEN TV devices.

*ROXi announced it partnered with Sinclair Inc. for ROXi Music Video Channel, powered by FastStream, the world’s first interactive broadcast TV music channel.

HXC-FZ90 Studio Camera System

Sony’s flexible new HXC-FZ90 Studio Cam era System combines 4K image quality with seamless integration and stream lined live workflows. Ready for today’s live productions, the HXC-FZ90 sup ports HD HDR out-of-the-box and has an easy path to accommodate those looking toward a 4K (HDR) future, when needed. For ultimate flexibil ity, 4K capability on the HXC-FZ90 is available as weekly, monthly or permanent licenses. Users can upgrade their camera(s) to capture 4K just for special events or install a permanent license when they’re ready to take that final leap to 4K production.

Whether individuals are broadcasting onsite or on the road, this camera system is the perfect solution due to its stunning imagery and rugged portabil ity. Experienced and new operators alike will appreciate the HXC-FZ90’s complete, standard feature set and many of the “auto” features aimed at capturing exqui site images quickly and easily.

The HXC-FZ90’s 4K, 2/3-inch CMOS imager and wide color gamut can help to create that immersive experience viewers are looking for. Newly developed video processing techniques and high sensitivity/low noise specifications enable the HXC-FZ90 to capture gorgeous images even in low light conditions. This is perfect for individuals who are looking to create a mood or are working in mixed-lighting environments.

The HXC-FZ90 inherits multiple focus assist features passed down from Sony’s HDC-series cameras, which help camera operators easily capture clear, crisp images. Such features include: edge highlights in the viewfinder, Dynamic Contrast (UMBRA) to improve the visibility of subjects in low light en-

vironments, and a focus position meter on the viewfinder, which inserts visual markers to facilitate fast and accurate focus position changes.

For camera shaders or technical directors, the Total Level Control System (TLCS) enables the iris, shutter and gain to be automatically controlled to maintain the correct exposure according to the brightness of the subject. Part of the TLCS feature also includes a Slow Shutter (SLS) mode that increases exposure to boost brightness, which simplifies shooting in low light environments, and ensures users capture the best image possible.

The Auto Tracing White Balance (ATW) feature enables multiple cameras to be white-balanced quickly, so all cameras are set to

the correct color balance in accordance with the lighting conditions.

The HXC-FZ90 offers an array of advanced features not commonly found in entry-level cameras. A high- quality digital extender allows for magnification of the image up to 4x with no degradation — providing access to details that might otherwise have been lost. This camera’s network and video trunk features provide an extra prompter output or can be used as a parallel path for an auxiliary camera providing a simple way to add extra coverage while streamlining cabling in tight spaces. It can also support a network control path for remote control of a PTZ camera — further reducing the need for additional cabling.

TAG VIDEO SYSTEMS

TAG Language Detection

Innovation Overview

TAG revolutionizes caption quality assurance with its groundbreaking new feature, TAG Language Detection. Debuting at the 2024 NAB Show, this innovation streamlines caption monitoring, significantly reducing the need for operator intervention. Integrated within TAG’s existing comprehensive caption monitoring suite, Language Detection automatically identifies subtitle language and precisely analyzes quality defined by the language-specific dictionary.

The Challenge

Ensuring accurate, compliant captions requires dedicated resources. Operators must manually identify languages and constantly monitor output with “eyes-

on-glass” or by listening to the audio, a labor-intensive process susceptible to fatigue and error. TAG Language Detection addresses this pain point with cutting-edge automation.

The Breakthrough

TAG Language Detection transforms caption quality checks into a data-driven operation. It eliminates manual language identification and dramatically reduces the need for direct content monitoring. This frees up operators to focus on strategic tasks, optimizing resource allocation and saving valuable time. Additionally, the feature reduces the risk of human error and helps ensure captions adhere to relevant compliance

regulations, reducing the risk of violations and safeguarding the organization’s legal and reputational standing.

Operator-Centric Benefits and Beyond

Reduced Workload: Automation takes the burden of routine tasks off of operators.

Proactive Monitoring: TAG alerts operators to potential quality issues, ensuring proactive resolution.

Improved Focus: Operators can concentrate on high-value analysis and decision-making.

Data-Based Decisions: Visualize the data collected with Language Detection to monitor at scale in real time, and identify trends over time to make better informed decisions

Intelligent Data Platform (IDP): ZEN Master

Zixi’s Intelligent Data Platform (IDP) utilizes advanced analytics, machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze the extensive stream data flowing through complex media supply chains. This assists human operators in focusing on transmission issues and gaining insights into potential problem areas before they escalate. IDP introduces five novel video-specific advanced machine-learning classifiers and anomaly detection models to provide actionable operational insights.

Accessible via Zixi’s ZEN Master control plane, the Intelligent Data Platform (IDP) enables media companies to develop more intelligent media workflows through AI and ML-enabled toolsets. These tools facilitate sophisticated event correlation, data aggregation and deep learning, enhancing broadcast workflows by minimizing risks in the broadcast environment. Years of research in data architecture, advanced analytics and event correlation have culminated in IDP, allowing users to oversee, manage and understand their inputs and outputs comprehensively. By offering unparalleled visibility into vast data sets, IDP provides customized intelligence and data visualizations, enabling users to proactively address potential issues before they escalate.

Powered by Zixi’s Software-Defined Video Platform (SDVP), IDP gains unique access to network and video-quality telemetry, leveraging this data to generate proactive insights and identify patterns that may elude human observation. This integration further enhances the platform’s ability to deliver actionable insights, ensuring smoother and more efficient live stream operations on a global scale.

The Intelligent Data Platform (IDP) comprises a robust data bus that aggregates over 9 billion data points daily

from a wide array of sources within the Zixi Enabled Network. These sources include 400 devices and systems embedded with Zixi technology, such as encoders, cloud services and networks, as well as proprietary data sources like the Zixi Protocol and Zixi Broadcaster, widely utilized by leading media organizations globally. This rich telemetry data feeds into five continuously updated machine-learning models within the IDP, where events are correlated and patterns are discerned.

Zixi’s innovative incident prediction feature utilizes these machine-learning models and AI capabilities to forecast with an impressive 95% accuracy whether an incident is likely to occur. This empowers operators to proactively intervene before faults manifest, enhancing operational efficiency and averting potential disruptions.

Furthermore, Zixi has introduced new AI/ML-driven models that are computationally efficient and enable real-time

measurement of perceptual video quality without the need for reference frames. These models accurately calculate estimated PSNR and VMAF standards-based video quality scores, facilitating real-time alerts for various video impairments that may disrupt the viewer experience.

Machine-learning algorithms embedded within the IDP distinguish between “normal” or “healthy” data and “at-risk” data, alerting users to potential issues on the horizon. The data is communicated to ZEN Master, where it is depicted as indicators and graphs over time.

By leveraging billions of data samples daily from numerous media companies, Zixi’s machine-learning models undergo constant training for accuracy and consistency. As more data is aggregated across the platform, these models continue to evolve and improve over time, ensuring the platform’s reliability and efficacy in addressing complex media delivery challenges.

AI Dubbing

3Play Media’s AI Dubbing product delivers cutting-edge, human-in-the-loop capabilities that integrate human expertise into every stage of its dubbing process, guaranteeing top-notch quality. Unlike AI-only solutions, which compound errors at

every step and impact results, the 3Play Media AI solution is designed to provide consistent high-quality outcomes — and it’s more cost-effective than traditional dubbing, eliminating the need for lengthy manual processes.

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Adobe Premiere Pro - Enhance Speech

The latest Adobe Premiere Pro innovations are making audio editing faster, easier and more intuitive than ever — saving experienced professionals valuable time while enabling newcomers to quickly access the tools they need.

Earlier in 2024, as part of a major audio editing workflow update, Adobe Premiere Pro launched a new AIpowered feature, Enhance Speech, which instantly removes unwanted noise and improves poorly recorded dialogue — making it sound like your audio was recorded in a professional studio — all in a single click. Enhance Speech within Premiere

Pro has been optimized to perform locally on your machine, allowing you to run Enhance Speech on an unlimited number of clips.

How It Works

1. Select an audio clip containing dialogue on the timeline.

2. Open the Essential Sound panel and select Enhance to start the analysis.

A progress bar will appear in the Essential Sound panel to give an estimate of how long it will take to enhance the selected audio clip. This task

occurs in the background, so you can continue your editing workflow while the speech gets enhanced.

After the process is complete, the audio will be much clearer and the speech much more distinct, improving the overall quality of your dialogue recordings.

Mix Amount Control

Depending on the situation and specific clip, you may want more or less enhancement. With Mix Amount control, you can adjust the amount of enhancement you want to use by dragging the slider to the left or right.

BIRDDOG

BirdDog X1. X1 Ultra

Revolutionize your content creation experience with BirdDog X1 and X1 Ultra — PTZs like no other.

Experience category-defining smooth, controllable movement and stunning image quality with X1 and X1 Ultra, with Halo Tally and AI Tracking for pure live production magic.

Say hello to seamless connectivity with NDI® | HX3 and Wi-Fi, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of technological excellence.

One more thing… X1 and X1 Ultra decode NDI® | HX at the same time! Say goodbye to guesswork with confidence monitoring or teleprompting output directly from your camera.

And here’s the final showstopper: an industry-first e-ink display that not only tells you everything you need to know, but stays brilliantly visible even when the camera is off!

Elevate your creativity and embrace innovation with X1 and X1 Ultra.

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Halo Tally

Professional results need professional tools. X1 and X1 Ultra sport the most visible and effective Tally system available. Up front with a large, daylight visible border, and out back with an interchangeable, illuminated numbering system. Your cast and crew will always know where to look to keep your audience engaged and your look polished.

AI Tracking

technology, intelligently following your subject’s movements in real time. Whether you’re orchestrating a live event, capturing spontaneous moments in a hybrid environment, or focusing on details in a TED talk, AI tracking helps you get well framed — without needing an octopus to run the controller.

NDI® | HX3

Every production could use a little help from a friend. The X1 and X1 Ultra keep your subject in focus with AI tracking

The X1 and X1 Ultra deliver superior network performance via NDI® | HX3 integration. You

get significantly reduced network impact and excellent image quality, meaning it’s more friendly in more network environments. BirdDog’s NDI® | HX3 surpasses the minimum certification parameters, delivering quality and performance you can count on.

No need to use cables to capture every shot. On top of regular Ethernet with PoE, X1 and X1 Ultra have built-in Wi-Fi functionality. Easily capture shots from spots where it’s hard to run cable, seamlessly integrating into any environment. Your setup just became a whole lot more flexible.

Integrated NDI® | HX Decoder

The X1 and X1 Ultra are the world’s first PTZ cameras featuring an NDI® | HX* Decoder designed specifically for confidence monitoring, return feeds or teleprompter usage. We’ve pulled all this connectivity into a single cable, radically simplifying how you interface with your equipment. Less gear. Less hassle. Whether you’re broadcasting live or delivering a CEO address, the integrated NDI® | HX decoder enables more engagement with less setup.

*NDI® | HX2 and NDI® | HX3 supported

E-Ink Label

The always-on e-Ink label on the X1 and X1 Ultra is a game-changer. From network addresses for easy access to controls through to customizable logos* to complement your brand image, this cool feature ensures that your set-up is clear and each camera easily identifiable even when the power is off.

CLEENG

Cleeng’s Subscriber Retention Management™ (SRM™)

The subscription economy is booming, making it easier than ever for consumers to subscribe and unsubscribe from SVOD services. With so many streaming choices available, D2C providers must pay more attention to subscriber retention as a critical metric in reaching positive ROI and consistent growth of the subscriber base.

Cleeng’s Subscriber Retention Management™ (SRM™) suite empowers customers to act fast, reduce churn and grow revenues. It helps service providers manage subscribers, keep them engaged to increase their lifetime value, and introduces new monetization techniques with actionable insights throughout the subscriber journey.

Customers using Cleeng’s full SRM™ product suite typically lower their churn rate by 30% in three months, increase revenues by 15% by adopting tailored pricing and upselling strategies, and retain 25% of at-risk customers through AI churn prediction. Furthermore, Cleeng’s Hi5 product is able to reduce support costs by up to 50% through self-service options and AI chatbots built for OTT customers.

How it works

Cleeng’s SRM™ suite is fully integrated into the subscriber journey from the initial registration and transaction, to identity management, recurring billing, security, and customer care. Cleeng’s full suite of products offers a subscriber management system, a checkout optimization tool, churn management (including prediction and prevention), and a full customer sup-

port system leveraging AI-based tools.

Cleeng’s unique approach to subscriber retention combines its premium SaaS-based platform with retention analytics and comprehensive customer support. Cleeng is the only provider with a data lake that ingests both subscriber data and third party data for decision-making, which results in a 95% churn prediction accuracy, enabling customers to respond to both voluntary and involuntary churn. Cleeng’s products are designed specifically for the M&amp;E industry and Cleeng has a broader set of offerings than any other competitorincluding payments and analytics - while empowering service providers to act fast and scale with low levels of total cost of ownership (TCO).

Cleeng’s suite features tools that enhance customer acquisition

strategy, boost customer retention rates and deliver increased revenue including Seasonal Subscriptions and Gift Subscriptions, among others. Its Merchant tool optimizes checkout and manages tax processes, while ChurnIQ predicts and helps to prevent subscriber churn. Rounding out Cleeng’s portfolio is its Hi5 customer care team across 100 countries supporting 29 languages around the clock.

Ultimately, Cleeng’s SRM™ enables D2C providers to set up their video e-commerce platform within minutes, and retain their subscribers for years, making it an essential all-in-one solution for running a successful subscription video service. Cleeng is unique because it makes it easy to not only manage video subscribers, but also to keep them engaged and increase their lifetime value.

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PACIFIC 9992-2DEC-4K-HEVC

The PACIFIC 9992-DEC professional decoder series are very flexible devices capable of:

• Decoding MPEG-2, H.264 (AVC) and H.265 (AVC) streams, with bit depths of 8-bit and 10-bit, and with 4:2:0 and 4:2:2 color. The device supports either two streams up to 1080p60 or one 4K stream.

• Extensive audio support: up to 32 channels of MPEG-1 Layer II, AAC LC/HE, Dolby AC-3, EAC-3 AC-4 and E, as well as SMPTE ST 302 LPCM, with including 5.1 surround decoding for the standards that support it.

• Extensive network protocol

support: UDP, RTP, SMPTE ST 2022 FEC, RIST, SRT, RTSP and RTMP (both client and server).

• Ancillary data support, including CC, AFD, HDR metadata, SCTE-104 and SMPTE ST 2038.

Dual ASI Input Ports

Cobalt Digital is introducing a new feature for the PACIFIC 9992-DEC and PACIFIC ULL-DEC lines of professional-grade decoders — ASI Protection for Network Streams.

With this firmware update, customers can have a local ASI feed as the backup for anything

the PACIFIC Decoders are receiving (including another ASI feed), regardless of protocol. If the main network or ASI signal disappears, the PACIFIC Decoders automatically switch to the local backup ASI feed. This way, customers are assured that the SDI output of the PACIFIC Decoders do not go down, even if the main network has a problem. The decoders are smart enough to analyze the incoming stream and determine whether the desired program is present, so that, even if the network flow is still present, the PACIFIC Decoders will switch to the backup if the desired program disappears.

Challenge

Evergent Captivate Product Suite

Streaming companies are facing a two-fold challenge: maximizing profitability while increasing subscriber retention. With an ever-increasing array of choices, consumers can easily switch services. Moreover, involuntary churn, often resulting from payment issues, further adds to the growing problem of annual subscriber attrition currently at 50% in the U.S., according to Parks Associates. With economic pressures causing consumers to reduce the number of subscriptions they maintain, streaming businesses need to provide value-added experiences while deploying more effective strategies to foster long-term loyalty.

Solution

The Evergent Captivate Product Suite offers a comprehensive toolkit to proactively anticipate and combat all forms of churn, ensuring providers increase retention and maximize revenue. The suite comprises Captivate Flow, Captivate Smart, Captivate Proact and Captivate Essentials, each designed to target specific aspects of churn through AI-powered technology and data-driven insight.

Captivate Flow deftly manages voluntary churn by engaging subscribers at the point of cancellation with personalized offers, driven by an intuitive, configurable cancel flow and survey system. This not only dissuades subscribers from leaving but also provides valuable insights into the reasons behind cancellation decisions.

As much as 24% of recurring payment collection attempts fail due to processing error, false deadline, insufficient funds

and card information changes. Captivate Smart uses advanced AI/ML models to predict potential payment failures and automatically enact the optimal retry strategy based on individual user data. Intelligent retries recover at-risk revenues while minimizing payment-related churn, improving cash flow as well as customer lifetime value. The tool works seamlessly with minimal customer visibility, helping provide a low-touch, frictionless user experience.

Captivate Proact proactively identifies at-risk subscribers through data analysis and customer segmentation, allowing for timely, personalized interventions that avert churn before it occurs. A data-driven approach based on insights from millions of real users empowers the deployment of personalized prevention tactics like promotions or discounts to incentivize retention.

Captivate Essentials supports these efforts with robust backend solutions like account updat-

er services, alternative payment gateways and loyalty programs, ensuring smooth subscription management and enhancing subscriber loyalty.

Result

Captivate Product Suite stands out for its comprehensive, data-driven approach to churn management. Captivate Smart’s payment recovery engine has increased the industry recovery standard from 59% to 70% — driving a significant uptick in additional revenues and fixing avoidable revenue leaks.

Results for Captivate customers include:

• An increase of 47% in recovered customers

• A 15% increase in single-month revenue (net of recovery fees)

• An average of 45% increase in customers’ LTV

• Total revenue gains of 55% when measuring the full LTV of the recovered customers

• Average 2.9 days to recover what previously required 30 days to recover

Captivate Product Suite harnesses Evergent’s experience and rich datasets from onboarding over 800 million subscribers in 180 countries for organizations like the NBA, Fox and the YES Network to offer a proven solution to the mission-critical churn challenge. Evergent’s innovation in churn management redefines how businesses can sustainably grow their subscriber bases and meet critical profitability targets.

“The all-new Frame.io V4 is a flexible, fast and intuitive cloud-based creative collaboration platform that streamlines and simplifies how creatives and teams review, approve and deliver video content.

Frame.io has undergone a complete transformation, with the latest version re-designed to meet the complex and varied needs of creative teams involved with video creation. With all-new capabilities spanning workflow management, file transfer, and media asset review, approval, sharing and presentation, V4 introduces a system that is fully customizable, powerful and flexible enough to facilitate any creative workflow. This marks a shift from Frame.io’s origins as a post-production review and approval tool to a collaborative platform that supports the entire video creation process.

As the demand for video content continues to skyrocket, modern workflows have evolved and so too have the needs of Frame.io’s community – companies, brands and individuals all need one unified platform that streamlines how teams and stakeholders come together to ideate, collaborate and create. Creatives involved at all stages of video creation – including casting, location scouting during pre-production and dailies reviews during production – still experience disconnected and broken processes. As a result, creatives and stakeholders often suffer from slower production, artistic misalignment, increased costs and missed deadlines.

Frame.io V4’s new design and performance support every step of the video content creation lifecycle, from workflow management to creative review, approval, sharing and presentation.

Workflow Management: V4 offers an all-new metadata framework, transforming how users interact with assets:

Frame.io V4

Instead of relying solely on a rigid folder structure, users can now tag, organize and view their media based on how their teams work. V4 also introduces “Collections,” a flexible, real-time and saved view of assets that allows users to dynamically select, filter, group and sort their media using metadata.

Creative Review and Approval: V4 features a unified and redesigned player architecture to deliver a beautiful immersive media viewing experience, with consistent controls across multiple file types. Users will experience more and better ways to share feedback, including an entirely overhauled commenting system that includes over a dozen new commenting features.

Sharing and Presentation: V4 consolidates sharing and presentation workflows into a powerful new unified sharing function that delivers a more fluid experience for users to browse, preview and customize their shares – all from a single view.

Frame.io V4 also introduces a redesigned cloud file system and a highspeed transfer feature capable of handling bulky uploads with ease. Already the fastest, easiest and most secure way to automatically upload photos, videos, audio and metadata from a camera or cloud-connected device, Frame.io’s Camera-to-Cloud capabilities are improved in V4, with condensed workflows and support for over two dozen devices, including Fujifilm, RED and Atomos hardware, with more to come in 2024.

Frame.io V4 will begin to roll out on April 9 in beta for Free and Pro customers across web, iPhone, and iPad, arriving in stages throughout 2024. V4 is planned to launch for Team and Enterprise customers later this year.

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MEDIAGENIX Ratings Artist

In June 2023, Talpa Network was the first customer to utilize MEDIAGENIX Ratings Artist. This innovative tool leverages machine-learning models trained on historical ratings data enriched with content and context metadata to predict TV ratings for all content types, with dedicated predictions per target demographic.

Accurate TV rating forecasts are crucial for media companies as they impact ad revenue and help avoid compensation for overestimations. Inaccurate predictions can lead to ineffective programming decisions and suboptimal content scheduling. That’s why media companies rely on dedicated consumer intelligence teams. These teams use a running average method to analyze past ratings and predict future ones, eliminating outliers and refining estimates by considering contextual factors. This allows individuals to allocate their time to more productive activities, without the need for shortcuts such as generating estimates for the primary demographic and extrapolating ratings for others.

With Ratings Artist, adapting to last-minute contextual changes is no longer a concern. To effectively manage time constraints, Ratings Artist generates intelligent predictions automatically based on new actuals and schedule changes. It adapts to the unique characteristics of each target demographic using an ML model, resulting in a 70% FTE enablement.

MEDIAGENIX data scientists and the Talpa consumer intelligence team collaborated to develop an ML model that generates highly accurate predictions for various content types and target demographics. The model was engineered using the best predictive features from the available information, resulting in exceptional accuracy.

Our intelligent rating predictions are seamlessly integrated into WHATS’ON workflows. Each morning, when new ratings become available, the system feeds them to the machine-learning model. This generates updated rating predictions for up to 90 days in advance.

We are confident in the effectiveness of our technology, which is designed to be unnoticeable. We believe in creating interactive AI solutions through a humanin-the-loop approach. The ML model creates highly accurate predictions, but the consumer intelligence team always can override them with their knowledge. Fortunately, a powerful ratings overwrite assistant functionality was developed to allow users to quickly adjust the ratings without losing the unique characteristics of each target demographic predicted by the ML model. The ME-

DIAGENIX team has developed a Ratings Cockpit, a powerful tool that allows users to analyze past and future ratings. With this innovative tool, we can establish a new symbiosis of human intelligence and artificial intelligence, revolutionizing the way we approach ratings analysis. To fulfill this requirement, we made all information available in well-documented qualitative data assets. Moreover, we designed KPI visualizations iteratively to assist the consumer intelligence team in evaluating the performance of their channels and the content lifecycle of their stock. These dashboards enable users to examine the reasoning behind individual predictions and confidence scores, preventing an ML black box situation and ensuring monitoring of the ML model’s performance.

MWARETV

TV Platform With Integrated No Code App Builder

The MwareTV TV Management system (TVMS) is a comprehensive platform, giving the network operator all the functionality they need to set up, run and monetize a sophisticated streaming service. Everything is included from storage and asset management to delivery; scheduling to commercials insertion; subscriber registration to marketing.

From the consumer point of view, they need to access the service on whichever device they choose to use at that moment, whether it is a handheld, a computer or a smart TV. It should be tempting and engaging, drawing the user into the service, showing what content is available across the whole bouquet, encouraging them to explore further and get even more from the programming on offer. It must also make it easy to manage subscriptions, upselling where appropriate and ensuring that retention and renewal is simple and certain.

This used to be an expensive and time-consuming blockage. Now, MwareTV has completely eliminated the block, by providing a simple, absolutely code-free way to design your perfect user experiences. You simply drag and drop the graphics elements, functionality buttons and text into place with the underlying software making all the connectivity work.

The MwareTV App Builder provides drag-and-drop app creation for all the common platforms, including iOS, Android, AndroidTV, TVOS, FireTV, WebOS, Tizen, KaiOS, Roku, WebTV and will soon support the Lightning Framework. It includes starter templates, but absolutely everything is completely customizable with nine menu types, 33 home page widgets and a practically unlimited num-

ber of setups.

The MwareTV App Builder is a completely intuitive yet powerful no code development tool, incorporated within the TVMS environment. It allows the operator to create precisely the physical and functional design of apps and web browser clients to meet their needs, with absolutely free control over the branding and layout.

And, because it is an integral part of the MwareTV TVMS platform, there is no need for complicated connectivity and integration efforts. Build the app and it connects directly and simply into the management system. There is no faster way to create a complete, truly end-to-end streaming service to attract and retain subscribers.

The platform is completely

cloud-hosted. A fully working proof-ofconcept service can be up and running in half a day; the full service online in a week or two. MwareTV can even provide fully licensed media and channels to take away the perceived challenges of negotiating with content owners. And because it is cloud-hosted, it is infinitely and instantly scalable, with hosting costs directly linked to revenues so you pay as you grow.

MwareTV transforms the way rich streaming services are built, maintained and delivered, by abstracting the technology from the operation. A key part of that is the App Builder that is embedded in the software solution. It extends the simple, intuitive, no-coding approach all the way to the consumer experience.

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Media I/O: Revolutionizing Live Capture & Playout Workflows

In a time when content is crucial, the ability to capture, manage and deliver live feeds efficiently sets the stage for unmatched creativity and productivity in the media and broadcast industry. Media I/O, an innovative solution at the forefront of this transformation, has distinguished itself as an adaptable, scalable and user-friendly live recording and playout system.

Empowering Creativity With Speed and Integration

Media I/O redefines the live capture and playout landscape by offering support for a myriad of input sources, workflows, codecs and formats. Media I/O facilitates instant access to live ingest content, seamlessly integrating with post production, media asset management and delivery workflows.

meeting the ever-changing demands of the media landscape.

Its unique capability to support edit-while-ingest processes fast-tracks production for both logging and editing workflows, enabling creators to harness the speed of live production without compromising on quality or flexibility.

Flexibility and Scalability at Its Core

Media I/O’s innovation is its unparalleled flexibility and scalability, providing a software-based solution that evolves with business goals and workflow needs. From supporting on-premises to cloud-based architectures, Media I/O ensures that engineering departments have the freedom to host solutions in a way that best suits their operational requirements. Its capacity to grow from a single channel to what your environment needs, demonstrates a commitment to

A New Era of User Experience With Aura

The introduction of the Aura web-based interface marks a significant milestone in Media I/O’s journey. This modern, intuitive user interface is packed with powerful new features and functionalities, including a visual scheduler, native MAM integration and a multiviewer with full transport controls. Aura elevates the user experience, making complex tasks more manageable and allowing users to navigate the intricacies of ingest, playout and transcode demands with unprecedented ease.

Advanced Features for Modern Workflows

Media I/O’s robust feature set, including live capture of diverse sources, channels that support

any codec, native integration with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects and Photoshop, IP readiness, pro codec support, signal path control and workflow automation, positions it as a leader in its field. Offering limitless scalability, flexibility and ease of use without imposing user restrictions.

A Shift in Media Production

Media I/O represents a paradigm shift in how live feeds are captured, transcoded and played out, enabling media professionals to focus on what truly matters — creating compelling content. With the integration of the Aura interface expanding its award-winning capabilities, Media I/O stands out as a beacon of innovation in the media and broadcast industry. It is not just a tool, but a partner in the creative process, deserving recognition for its contribution to streamlining and enhancing media production workflows.

SpherexAI™ Video Analysis Platform

SpherexAI™ is the next generation of Spherex’s cutting-edge AI-based platform that revolutionizes video content analysis, localization and global distribution. By integrating advanced machine-learning techniques with deep cultural understanding, regulatory knowledge and linguistic expertise, SpherexAI™ empowers content creators to efficiently adapt their work for international audiences while ensuring compliance with regional regulations. At its core, SpherexAI™ employs an ensemble model architecture that breaks down content analysis into specialized models covering attributes like violence, adult content and substance use. These models leverage state-of-the-art deep learning algorithms finetuned on Spherex’s proprietary datasets, reflecting cultural sensitivities across diverse territories and demographics.

SpherexAI™’s unique multilayered approach to localization sets it apart in

the industry. The system scans titles at double runtime, accurately identifying events affecting age ratings and regulatory compliance. It flags events for expert human review when needed, ensuring contextual nuances and story integrity can be preserved.

Beyond identification, SpherexAI™ delivers government-accepted age ratings and detailed Edit Discrepancy Lists (EDLs), providing post-production and localization teams with precise, time-stamped guidance for necessary edits, foreseeing advertising placement issues and offering comprehensive compliance roadmaps for any country or territory.

With a configurable framework adaptable to new geographies, emerging sensitivities and evolving regulations, SpherexAI™ offers a future-proof solution for universal content moderation. Its cultural sensitivity understanding surpass-

es competitors, covering more than 700 attributes tuned to local contexts across numerous countries.

The platform’s hybrid workflow enhances content reviewers’ productivity by intelligently flagging specific video sections for manual checking, eliminating the need for total video reviews. This targeted approach saves time and resources while enabling continuous active learning through human feedback, improving AI model accuracy.

SpherexAI™ is a game-changer for content creators, distributors and platforms navigating the global media landscape. By streamlining localization, ensuring regulatory compliance, and facilitating culturally sensitive content distribution, SpherexAI™ empowers the media and entertainment industry to reach international audiences effectively while mitigating risks associated with cultural missteps and regulatory violations.

ThinkFAST, an innovative product by ThinkAnalytics, has redefined the landscape of Free Ad-Supported Television (FAST) channels. It seamlessly transforms existing content libraries into captivating channels tailored to diverse audience preferences, significantly reducing time and costs associated with manual curation and scheduling. ThinkFAST leverages advanced content understanding techniques and first-party viewing data to optimize channel schedules, driving engagement and increasing advertising revenues for content providers.

Innovation and Impact

ThinkFAST represents a significant shift in channel creation and management. Powered by AI algorithms, it offers real-time recommendations across extensive content catalogs, enabling dynamic scheduling and effective audience targeting for advertisers. Its integration with ThinkAdvertising enhances channel personalization and provides valuable insights, ensuring channels remain engaging and relevant. Moreover, ThinkFAST’s ability to automatically create new channels based on the latest content enhances agility and adaptability, keeping pace with evolving viewer preferences.

Technological Advancements

At the core of ThinkFAST’s success lies its technological advancements. Its AI-powered algorithms enable near real-time content recommendations and intelligent scheduling, facilitating effective audience segmentation for advertisers. Integration with ThinkAdvertising allows for dynamic content refresh strategies, ensuring continuous viewer engagement. Leveraging first-party viewing data, ThinkAdvertising empowers advertisers to optimize strategies based on billions of real-time viewing behaviors, maximizing advertising ROI.

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ThinkFAST

Strategic Asset

ThinkFAST addresses several market needs. Content rightsholders are sitting on vast catalogs of content that can be monetized via FAST. As FAST gains popularity the race is on to launch new channels and to keep existing channel lineups fresh and engaging. Viewing data can be fed back into ThinkFAST to optimize scheduling and create first party advertising attributes that can be used to enhance advertising targeting. Increasing engagement and advertising revenue potential for FAST operators is key and ThinkAnalyitics’ solution equips rightsholders with tools to succeed in FAST.

Another market need that ThinkFAST addresses is the growing proliferation of FAST and the potential for overwhelming viewers with too many choices, leading to choice fatigue and the associated costs that the FAST platform owners incur in attempting to create and schedule content appropriately. As more FAST channels are launched, there is a risk of reintroducing the same problem of decision

overload that VOD viewers have sought to avoid.

ThinkFAST allows FAST providers to curate and automatically create an array of highly engaging channels using vast catalogs of available content. Using ThinkAnalytics first-party data, rightsholders wanting to create FAST channels can utilize audience analytics to tailor channels and content recommendations based on viewer preferences and behaviors. This personalized approach helps alleviate choice fatigue by presenting viewers with content that is relevant and engaging to them.

ThinkFAST enables content providers to easily offer their channels to FAST services, facilitating seamless integration and distribution of content. By streamlining the process of creating FAST channels tailored to specific genres, ThinkFAST eliminates the need for extensive manual intervention, accelerating timeto-market for content owners and unlocking new revenue opportunities.

Polaris is the result of over a decade spent researching, architecting and deploying digital media supply chains. It takes lessons learned from tedious cloud adoptions, remote work enablement, tech sprawl and emerging workflows to create a universal language around an otherwise unwieldy patchwork of systems and stakeholders.

Polaris, an operational management platform, accesses all necessary tools and data — within a single pane of glass — to manage disparate systems across end-to-end media supply chains. This cloud-native and tech-provider agnostic platform is hosted within the customers cloud environment. It securely organizes and monitors fulfillment data from various integrated systems; surfacing actionable insights in one view within a customizable, intuitive UI; and provides granular control over specific tasks and jobs, both manual and automated.

Polaris’ robust feature set connects enriched, MAM-style content hierarchies to technical tasks like ingest, editorial, transcode, QC and delivery. Dynamic controls and real-time alerts draw attention to missing assets, error messages, incomplete reviews and approvals, failed QCs — anything that is time sensitive. No more digging through emails and Slack channels for mission-critical information. No more duplicate entries. Polaris tees up every phase of the process and eliminates the need to juggle multiple screens and logins. Polaris doesn’t reinvent the wheels in your workflow that are perfectly spinning — it capitalizes on their inertia, using them as drivers to more holistic E2E functionality. Seamless API and event bus integrations pull and push between

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systems, unbeknownst to the user. A tool designed for media professionals, by media professionals.

M&E Industry Impact — Polaris is transforming the M+E industry, enabling the complete supply chain transparency required to facilitate bulk distribution across broadcast, FAST and OTT streaming networks. Now all stakeholders across the enterprise — Sales, Finance, Operations, PMO and Technology — have accessibility to the data required to boost operational efficiency, reduce costs and accelerate content monetization.

Key Differentiators

Operationalize your Technology: Polaris provides the missing piece to operationalize a company’s technological investment. Unlike other platforms that simply add offline databases that are decoupled from the technology, Polaris sits directly atop all the tooling bringing order to chaos and relieving managers and creatives of mundane, repetitive

duties that sap their time and energies. Enhance Cross-Team Collaboration: With everything surfacing via one UI, technical and project management concerns no longer “jump the fence” simply to communicate. No more hopping between systems, no more spreadsheets. Threaded communication sits directly in line with the contextual job/task enabling a clear and traceability audit log mapping to the task and title at hand.

Proactive Monitoring: M+E professionals no longer need to log into different software systems to find the information they need to make critical decisions because Polaris rounds it up for them using their familiar terminology. There’s less time wasted while vital media assets or data are located, analyzed and directed to the right person. Mistakes and omissions are detected and remedied before they cause downstream trouble because Polaris is proactively monitoring, analyzing and managing vital assets and information.

CapMate® from Venera Technologies, the cloud-native Caption/Subtitle verification and correction solution, is the first comprehensive solution for verifying caption or subtitle side-car files. It uses the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to accurately and quickly detect, report and automatically correct complex issues such as caption sync, missing captions, language detection, forced narrative and standards compliance.

CapMate’s automatic analysis and correction capabilities, powered by AI and ML, along with its intuitive interactive interface, provides users with an easy-to-use environment that expedites the caption processing in a fraction of the time that it would take to do the work manually.

CapMate’s extensive feature list includes:

• Detection (and correction) of audio/ caption sync — supporting English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese (with support for 20 more languages planned by Q3 2024), and using machine learning, accurately detecting random or segment-wise out-of-sync captions and automatically correct them.

• Detection (and correction) of “Forced Narrative” — leveraging the power of AI and ML, validating presence of burnt-in text where the spoken language of a segment is different from the main language of the content, automatically translating the dialog to the dominant language and generating and inserting the necessary missing forced narrative text.

• Detection (and correction) of caption overlay on top of burnt-in text — recognizing text in Latin as well as non-Latin alphabet, CapMate can automatically adjust the position of captions overlaying text.

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• Detection (and correction) of missing captions — detecting presence of audio and absence of caption, automatically filling in the missing caption or allowing the operator to add it in.

• Missing translation — comparison of non-English captions (in Latin or non-Latin character sets) with the main English caption, detecting missing captions.

• Caption generation — generating additional caption files in more than 50 different languages, using the original caption file as the source.

• Format compliance — performing detailed compliance for complex formats such as SCC or TTML variants.

• Content check — performing spelling and profanity check against a dictionary and user-defined words.

• Broad format support — supporting all major caption/subtitle file formats such as SCC, SRT, IMSC, TTML, DFXP, SMPTE-TT, EBUSTL, WebVTT and ITT.

With the advanced capabilities, CapMate reinforces Venera Technologies’ commitment to advancing content quality control and compliance in the media industry.

This native cloud-based solution with its usage-based pricing and monthly, annual or ad-hoc plans provides the ideal tool for any organization or individual who needs to verify the side-car caption or subtitle files efficiently and within budget.

And for those customers with a large volume of caption content, CapMate’s dynamically scalable cloud architecture, provides the ability to process hundreds of files simultaneously, further expediting the overall process.

CapMate has gone through detailed and rigorous security and architecture validation by AWS in order to be approved as the first-of-its-kind caption/subtitle QC and correction solution available in the AWS marketplace.

With AI/ML-enabled extensive set of QC and correction capabilities, flexible usage-based pricing and dynamically scalable architecture, CapMate is a musthave companion for any caption processing operation.

VIMOND

VIA App Builder

VIA App Builder is an innovative tool within the streaming industry, designed to simplify the creation and management of front-end video streaming applications. This easy-to-use platform accelerates the development process by offering dynamic building capabilities and seamless CMS integration, courtesy of its connection to the Vimond VIA platform. It enables creators and broadcasters to swiftly launch their streaming services, reducing the focus on technical complexities and allowing more time for content creation. VIA App Builder supports real-time updates and ensures compatibility across various devices, facilitating direct content delivery and monetization to a diverse audience.

At its core, VIA App Builder bridges content creators and editorial teams to craft engaging, curated video streaming applications easily. Operating atop the Vimond VIA video CMS dismantles the technical barriers traditionally encountered in streaming service development.

The platform simplifies the creation, management and monetization of digital content, thus empowering users to concentrate on producing engaging content for their audiences.

VIA App Builder’s intuitive interface allows users to design comprehensive streaming applications without extensive coding knowledge. Features like pages, menus, carousels and sliders enhance user interaction and engagement, while its integration with Vimond VIA facilitates efficient content management and delivery. The builder’s device-agnostic approach guarantees accessibility and optimization for all devices, extending the reach of content creators to a broader audience.

VIA App Builder revolutionizes streaming service development by making it accessible to creators of all sizes. It levels the competitive field, enabling smaller content producers to contend with larger organizations by

eliminating development hurdles and fostering creativity. The platform’s emphasis on real-time updates and universal device compatibility ensures content remains current and widely accessible, enhancing viewer experience and enabling creators to forge stronger audience connections.

In today’s content-driven landscape, VIA App Builder empowers creators to take charge of their digital footprint and revenue streams. Its comprehensive approach to streaming service development combines ease of use with efficiency, significantly lowering the barrier to entry for a wide range of creators. By simplifying application development and content management, VIA App Builder allows creators to focus on delivering compelling content, making it a deserving candidate for recognition in the streaming technology domain. VIA App Builder launched at the 2024 NAB Show.

Live Event Manager: ZEN Master

ZEN Master serves as the central hub for managing configurations and monitoring activities across the Zixi Enabled Network, including Zixi’s live streaming platform and related devices. This software significantly reduces operational costs while enhancing production efficiency for media entities.

One key feature within the ZEN Master suite is the Live Event Schedule module, designed specifically for managing and orchestrating live events. This module streamlines production and distribution tasks on a large scale, ensuring efficient execution while upholding event quality.

Tailored for the complexities of remote live event workflows, ZEN Master offers powerful event scheduling capabilities, dynamic resource provisioning and real-time performance analysis. It seamlessly integrates into partner networks, supporting extensive live production and distribution efforts.

The Live Event Scheduler Manager within ZEN Master provides essential functionalities for efficient event management. It includes an intuitive scheduling

dashboard, stage automation tools and bonded contribution capabilities, enabling users to scale and align delivery requirements seamlessly. Dashboards for pre-live, live and post-live stages facilitate infrastructure readiness validation and concurrent event management.

Moreover, the Live Event Scheduler allows dynamic provisioning of events and resources, ensuring on-demand scaling and routing adjustments. ZEN Master optimizes bandwidth usage and resilience through bonded live video routes and sequenced hitless failover, ensuring uninterrupted event delivery.

Operators benefit from extensive real-time network performance monitoring and customizable alerts based on event stages, enhancing operational efficiency and enabling swift responses to anomalies.

In summary, ZEN Master’s Live Event Scheduler Manager offers comprehensive control over live event workflows, ensuring smooth execution and high-quality content

delivery. Leveraging the ZEN Master cloudbased control plane, users can efficiently manage complex deployments, configure broadcast channels and integrate seamlessly with the Zixi Enabled Network.

The Live Event Scheduler extends these capabilities, specifically addressing the demands of Over-the-Top (OTT) applications, particularly in sports broadcasting. It facilitates comprehensive event scheduling, real-time performance analysis and deep integration into partner networks to support large-scale live production and distribution.

With consolidated dashboards and centralized management, ZEN Master provides a streamlined view of Zixi deployments, sources, channels and targets. Users can effectively manage Zixi workflows, monitor sources, and ensure smooth video delivery across remote networks. Additionally, the software offers options for transcoding and delivery optimization, catering to diverse broadcasting needs.

Zixi: FAST Channels

IP-based transport offers broadcasters the flexibility and efficiency needed for modern workflows, with reduced fixed costs and enhanced visibility into stream data. This enables broadcasters to expand their reach to digital-first platforms like Smart TVs and launch new FAST channel distribution to capitalize on monetization opportunities. Zixi’s IP channel distribution simplifies complex live video workflows at scale, catering to FAST channels, international syndication, and OTT requirements. Zixi’s software-defined IP transport allows cost-effective contribution and distribution to or from affiliates and partners using any protocol, IP network, cloud or edge device.

Media companies aiming to syndicate programming to numerous destinations face various challenges, from compliance validation to content formatting, stream localization, delivery strategy and security. Consequently, video distribution over IP has become integral to any agile live video delivery strategy. Zixi offers advanced features and functionality to facilitate high-volume live video distribution reliably over any network, with lower fixed costs,

improved stream data visibility, and enhanced content regionalization.

Zixi’s Software-Defined Video Platform (SDVP) and Zixi-as-a-Service (ZaaS) are modular, cost-efficient video services tailored to securely manage complex, scalable and resilient live video routes across mixed IP networks. The SDVP seamlessly integrates into customer infrastructure environments, allowing scalability of video processing, redundant video routes and sophisticated monitoring services. ZaaS complements SDVP by providing video-optimized live video cloud infrastructure and cost-efficient video routes.

These solutions offer centralized management with orchestration and live visibility throughout the distribution process. With end-to-end monitoring, including live video monitoring, network telemetry details, real-time audio/ video analytics and live impairment detection, operations teams can scale on demand, provision additional resources, increase throughput and add new delivery targets in real time and without disruption.

By ensuring ultra-low latency live transcoding, content switching, program mapping and live compliance validation, inbound source streams automatically conform to meet unique requirements for each target destination.

To seize rapidly changing monetization opportunities with new and legacy content, Zixi for FAST provides visibility into stream data, enabling greater content regionalization. It orchestrates, monitors and manages live streams seamlessly and centrally across the video supply chain. Industry players such as Amagi and Cinedigm leverage these advancements, contributing to an industry-wide explosion in technology advancements, including broadcast media infrastructure virtualization and software-defined video networks.

This emphasis on bringing transformative cloud-based technologies to a wide audience is pivotal in fostering innovation in the video distribution sector. In today’s fiercely competitive broadcast and media landscape, these capabilities are essential for staying ahead.

BirdDog X1. X1 Ultra

Revolutionize your content creation experience with BirdDog X1 and X1 Ultra — PTZs like no other.

Experience category-defining smooth, controllable movement and stunning image quality with X1 and X1 Ultra, with Halo Tally and AI Tracking for pure live production magic.

Say hello to seamless connectivity with NDI® | HX3 and Wi-Fi, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of technological excellence.

One more thing… X1 and X1 Ultra decode NDI® | HX at the same time! Say goodbye to guesswork with confidence monitoring or teleprompting output directly from your camera.

And here’s the final showstopper: an industry-first e-ink display that not only tells you everything you need to know, but stays brilliantly visible even when the camera is off!

Elevate your creativity and embrace innovation with X1 and X1 Ultra.

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Halo Tally

Professional results need professional tools. X1 and X1 Ultra sport the most visible and effective Tally system available. Up front with a large, daylight visible border, and out back with an interchangeable, illuminated numbering system. Your cast and crew will always know where to look to keep your audience engaged and your look polished.

AI Tracking

Whether you’re orchestrating a live event, capturing spontaneous moments in a hybrid environment, or focusing on details in a TED talk, AI tracking helps you get well framed — without needing an octopus to run the controller.

NDI® | HX3

Every production could use a little help from a friend. The X1 and X1 Ultra keep your subject in focus with AI tracking technology, intelligently following your subject’s movements in real time.

The X1 and X1 Ultra deliver superior network performance via NDI® | HX3 integration. You get significantly reduced network impact and excellent

image quality, meaning it’s more friendly in more network environments.

BirdDog’s NDI® | HX3 surpasses the minimum certification parameters, delivering quality and performance you can count on.

No need to use cables to capture every shot. On top of regular Ethernet with PoE, X1 and X1 Ultra have built-in Wi-Fi functionality. Easily capture shots from spots where it’s hard to run cable, seamlessly integrating into any environment. Your setup just became a whole lot more flexible.

Integrated NDI® | HX Decoder

The X1 and X1 Ultra are the world’s first PTZ cameras featuring an NDI® | HX* Decoder designed specifically for confidence monitoring, return feeds or teleprompter usage. We’ve pulled all this connectivity into a single cable, radically simplifying how you interface with your equipment. Less gear. Less hassle. Whether you’re broadcasting live or delivering a CEO address, the integrated NDI® | HX decoder enables more engagement with less setup.

*NDI® | HX2 and NDI® | HX3 supported

E-Ink Label

The always-on e-Ink label on the X1 and X1 Ultra is a game-changer. From network addresses for easy access to controls through to customizable logos* to complement your brand image, this cool feature ensures that your set-up is clear and each camera easily identifiable even when the power is off.

Resilio Active Everywhere Platform

The broadcasting industry is dynamic and exciting but poses unique challenges for IT Services partners. Clients have large files, tight deadlines, and the need to collaborate with production and distribution partners. In recent years, many team members began working remotely over home broadband.

The Resilio Active Everywhere platform (formerly Resilio Connect) offers an easy, fast and flexible way to synchronize creative files anywhere. Work remotely, collaborate globally and automate file delivery across any location.

Active Everywhere predictably moves files of any size and type — even 8K — over any distance. Security is built-in and protects and encrypts files at rest and in flight, without the need for VPNs or third-party security services.

Active Everywhere’s cross-platform software runs on Macs and PCs, and is compatible with popular editing and content creation tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer and Blackmagic DaVinci, among others.

and sync assets of any size and type with users in any location.

Active Everywhere is helping companies like Skywalker Sound, Turner, VaynerMedia, Merge and other creative groups work faster remotely from anywhere across the globe.

Key Use Cases for Resilio in Broadcasting include:

• Remote work: Collaborate, share,

• Sync, distribution and ingest: Move and sync files one-way, two-way, one-to-many, many-to-one and many-to-many.

• Cloud storage: Use any type of cloud storage (object or file) and your cloud provider of choice.

• High availability and disaster

recovery: Provide access to your data even during an outage.

Named a top solution for solving file collaboration challenges in distributed workforces by DCIG, Active Everywhere leads the file synchronization software industry with the fastest real-time file transfers available.

With Active Everywhere there is no need to change your storage architecture or migrate large amounts of existing data to implement a global file system. Bring your own cloud (BYOC) or local storage solutions, and Active Everywhere will work on day one with no operational disruption. Resilio Active Everywhere supports Azure Blob and Files, Amazon S3, Google Cloud and any S3-compatible object storage.

Active Everywhere also presents a common and consistent view of corporate file systems locally for hybrid workers by using Selective Sync, which enables globally distributed employees to download only the data they need and experience “in-office” performance levels for all local data.

In the age of hybrid working, learning and connecting, it’s become a key challenge to capture and keep audience attention. To solve this challenge, Vizrt reveals Viz Virtual Studio Go. Designed to help drive engagement whether for hybrid corporate town halls, or in education, broadcast, visual radio or other instances where video is shared — Viz Virtual Studio Go boosts communication, understanding and connection.

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Research conducted by Vizrt reveals that Gen Z, soon to be the dominant global demographic, wants immersive elements within the content they consume. 73% of Gen Zers agree that real-time data and virtual on-screen graphics add to their viewing experience, and 64% agree that real-time data and virtual on-screen graphics help them feel more engaged with content.

“Viz Virtual Studio Go solves the problem of people disengaging while interacting with video by offering an immersive and impactful alternative. Using AR graphics and virtual sets to elevate your message, convey strategy or results, present new products or teach complex subjects, Viz Virtual Studio Go engages audiences in a new way, which is proven to drive engagement,” remarks Ulrich Voigt, global head of product management, Vizrt.

“Our mission is to provide a high-quality and easy-to-use platform that every professional storyteller can use to produce video for any channel. For TriCaster users, Viz Virtual Studio Go is an easy and powerful companion for those who want to take their visual

Pre-Configured AR Ready to Go

Engineered with Vizrt’s award-winning virtual studio capabilities, powered by Viz Engine, and built on the connected workflows of NDI®, visual storytellers are empowered with best-in-class technology to create engaging presentation experiences straight out of the box.

Software and hardware are pre-configured with fully designed and customizable AR graphics and a virtual set scene is included.

Free Access to Upskill With Viz University

Free access to Viz University courses will guide users, introduce them to the main use cases, and help them develop operational skills. For example, upon the initial system

startup, users are presented with a stepby-step Quick Start Tutorial to prepare Viz Virtual Studio Go for its first production. An available Operational course explains the different use cases, how to use the provided AR graphics and Virtual Set scenes, and how to brand your virtual studio. The course, which is free of charge, is designed to get users up to speed fast — and make the most out of the presentation they create.

Not only do users get access to high-quality visual storytelling tools, but they also get the support to build their skills and bring their stories to life beautifully. Available for purchase through certified Vizrt distributors and resellers, Viz Virtual Studio Go enables an entirely new way for organizations to communicate and connect with audiences.

storytelling capabilities to the next level.”

Wasabi AiR is a new class of intelligent media storage in the cloud purpose-built for the media and entertainment (M&E) industry that is redefining how media archives can be used. As the industry’s first AI-enabled searchable active archive, Wasabi AiR combines advanced AI and machine-learning features, such as metadata auto-tagging and multilingual transcription, with Wasabi’s high-performant and predictable hot cloud storage so users can transform the way they produce and monetize content. There is no additional charge for the use of the AI.

Most major media companies are sitting on a mountain of gold — their content archive. Over the years, these organizations have racked up thousands upon thousands of hours of content, but often this content cannot be used since it would take hours of manual labor to search through. Wasabi AiR’s recognition technology combs through unstructured data like video segments, images or documents to identify people, audio, emotion, logos, landmarks, objects and text with market-leading accuracy.

Data ingested into the Wasabi Cloud is automatically tagged with advanced AI and machine-learning metadata so users can quickly search for any content in their storage and bring it to market as quickly and efficiently as possible, with relevancy. Rather than spend hours manually searching for the desired video clip or asset, creatives have more time to actually be creative with content at their fingertips.

Wasabi AiR is perfect for use cases throughout the M&E industry. It enables post-production editors to quickly find and assemble video for news packages, highlight reels, social media content and more in real time. In the marketing and sponsorship space, Wasabi AiR can find logos for sponsorship attribution with ease for ROI and analysis. Finally, it can

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tailor content to specifically meet the requirements of geo-diverse audiences.

M&E organizations are operating under tighter deadlines and narrower profit margins and are looking for ways to speed production workflow while controlling costs.

Wasabi AiR’s low, capacity-based pricing allows users the freedom to work with their content without being penalized with unpredictable fees for AI analysis, egress, or API requests, at a price up to 80% less than competitors.

Additionally, Wasabi Air has the highest AI accuracy and rates in the industry and because the machine learning is owned and controlled by the user, accounts and data are secure and protected from ransomware, disasters or

accidental deletions.

Major names such as the Boston Red Sox and Liverpool Football Club are already using Wasabi AiR to speed up their digital processes and deliver content to audiences faster than ever. With Wasabi AiR, intelligence becomes table stakes for the future of object storage. It is the catalog that allows the M&E industry to find exactly what it’s looking for in seconds, and therefore breathe new life into their data.

As an industry-first offering, Wasabi AiR is the only product available to media and entertainment companies that enables the ability to utilize and monetize content in a matter of seconds.

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Adobe Premiere Pro — Enhance Speech

The latest Adobe Premiere Pro innovations are making audio editing faster, easier and more intuitive than ever — saving experienced professionals valuable time while enabling newcomers to quickly access the tools they need.

Earlier in 2024, as part of a major audio editing workflow update, Adobe Premiere Pro launched a new AIpowered feature, Enhance Speech, which instantly removes unwanted noise and improves poorly recorded dialogue — making it sound like your audio was recorded in a professional studio — all in a single click. Enhance Speech within Premiere

Pro has been optimized to perform locally on your machine, allowing you to run Enhance Speech on an unlimited number of clips.

How It Works

1. Select an audio clip containing dialogue on the timeline.

2. Open the Essential Sound panel and select Enhance to start the analysis.

A progress bar will appear in the Essential Sound panel to give an estimate of how long it will take to enhance the selected audio clip. This task occurs in the

background, so you can continue your editing workflow while the speech gets enhanced.

After the process is complete, the audio will be much clearer and the speech much more distinct, improving the overall quality of your dialogue recordings.

Mix Amount Control

Depending on the situation and specific clip, you may want more or less enhancement. With Mix Amount control, you can adjust the amount of enhancement you want to use by dragging the slider to the left or right.

Gen-IC is a cloud-managed virtual intercom service enabling real-time partyline workflows without the need for intercom hardware. Simple to deploy, configure and manage, Gen-IC is scalable for both small

and large teams while also providing a wide range of connectivity to existing onsite intercom systems.

Gen-IC is securely available worldwide over the

public internet and cellular networks and backed by Clear-Com’s pioneering experience and customer support.

The Rack-N-Bag is a game-changing product in the location sound bag category. The sound equipment is fastened to carbon fiber shelfs that are height adjustable. The rack has a removable nylon outer shell.

The Rack-N-Bag goes from a convention location sound bag to a desk console in seconds. All cable and connectors are accessible. In fact the Rack-N-Bag frame with equipment can be worn in a harness without the outer shell. Includes a detachable handle, top tilt-up panel, detachable pouch, kickstand and shoulder strap. Available options include: slide out and tilt shelf, antenna mounts 1/4-inch thread mounts, outer wing kit and phone mount.

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The long-awaited Sennheiser MKH 8030 figure-of-eight RF condenser microphone unlocks M-S, double M-S and Blumlein stereo recording options for the recording professional. The MKH 8030 is also a great choice wherever the highest attenuation of neighboring sound sources is required — be it a PA system whose sound needs to be eliminated or an adjacent instrument that must not be picked up. The extremely compact 8030 is ideal for field recording, sports and general broadcasting, theatres, orchestra recordings and studio music, and its sound signature has been carefully engineered to blend in harmoniously with the sound of the other MKH 8000 series microphones.

Naturally, the MKH 8030 shares the qualities of the MKH 8000 family. Their RF condenser principle with the unique symmetrical push-pull transducer endows the MKH 8000 series microphones with a combination of advantages that can only be found in this series. These include remarkable sensitivity paired with durability in adverse climatic conditions; a fully floating, balanced output signal; extended low- and high-frequency response (30 to 50,000 Hz); extremely low inherent self-noise; and a natural, coherent sound image with no off-axis coloration. These features will enable sound recordists and engineers to capture natural sound of the highest quality and detail.

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Shure SLX-D Portable Digital Wireless Systems

Shure’s expanded SLX-D Digital Wireless family includes SLX-D Portable Systems, SLXD5 Portable Digital Wireless Receiver and SLXD3 Plug-On Digital Wireless Transmitter. With SLX-D Portables, end-users will experience the scalability, high-performance wireless, superior digital audio, reliable RF performance and convenient power management of SLX-D, in a new form factor. The new SLX-D Portable Systems are designed specifically for film, electronic newsgathering (ENG), broadcast and video industries.

The SLXD5 Portable Single-Channel Digital Wireless Receiver can be installed on-camera through the provided cold shoe mount as well as in an audio bag, enabling full-featured use in any location. With IR Sync, users can easily pair receivers to transmitters for instant single-channel configuration. For higher channel counts, SLXD5 includes Multi-Mic Mode, which facilitates easy deployment and monitoring of multiple sound sources from a single receiver.

The SLXD3 Plug-On Digital Wireless Transmitter transforms any XLR source into a wireless transmitter — including dynamic and condenser microphones. The SLXD3 provides phantom power and is ideal for wireless transmission from boom-mounted shotgun mics. Paired with the SM63L or SM58® (available separately), SLXD3 makes for the perfect handheld interview microphone.

When operating portable systems, users need high-quality and clear audio regardless of audience, location or production. With SLX-D Portables, users are not required to change the gain setting on their transmitter, which saves time and simplifies the path to clear audio. The portable systems achieve this with

24-bit digital audio and >118 db dynamic range, expanding the sound experience of the SLX-D Wireless platform to mobile productions.

SLX-D Portables also provide ease of use and reliability in unpredictable production conditions. It features worry-free UHF-band RF performance — 32 channels per 44 MHz band and 330-feet (100-meter) transmission range — along with excellent spectral efficiency for flawless audio quality everywhere, every time. When paired with Shure’s SM63L or SM58® (available separately), SLXD3 transforms into the perfect interview microphone.

Additionally, both SLXD3 and SLXD5 feature high-luminosity OLED screens where users can monitor battery life, meter audio and RF quality, as well as frequency tuning. It is compatible with the full ecosystem of rechargeable Shure accessories, including the SB903 Lithium-Ion battery and accompanying charging bays. Both SLXD5 and SLXD3 can be powered and charged by USB-C. SLXD5 Portable Digital Wireless Receivers are available starting at $379, and SLXD3 Plug-On Digital Wireless Transmitters are available starting at $349.

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A20-SuperNexus

The A20-SuperNexus packs unprecedented features and up to 32 channels in just a 1U 19-inch rack, something no other comparable product on the market today can do. The newest member of the Sound Devices Astral® wireless family — which includes the A20-Nexus receiver, winner of a MIX Magazine’s 2023 Best in Show Award at NAB Show — the A20-SuperNexus is the future of RF.

The A20-SuperNexus is a 16-channel receiver with HexVersity® (2-, 3-, 4-, 5- or 6-antenna diversity), that can

be expanded to 24 or 32 channels, all with HexVersity, via software licenses — no additional hardware required.

Perfect for global tours or traveling abroad for on-location shoots, the A20-SuperNexus receiver offers an unrivaled 169–1525 MHz tuning range for worldwide operation — no need to have multiple receivers for different regions. Its RF Mirror Mode for full redundant operation delivers peace of mind.

The A20-SuperNexus receiver features native Dante, MADI, AES, and analog outputs. Utilizing Sound Devices’

proprietary SpectraBand technology, the receiver has three tuning bands for a total of ~72 MHz of operating bandwidth for transmitters.

Companion products to the A20-SuperNexus receiver, the A20-Opto-ST and A20-Opto-HMA expansion boxes add additional Optocore audio inputs and outputs and full redundant power supplies, allowing for even more capabilities.

With A20-SuperNexus, all these features fit into a 1U 19-inch rack — you can travel the world with a carryon-sized audio system.

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Spatial Mic Dante

Spatial Mic Dante is a unique microphone that meets the growing demand for immersive Spatial Audio and Audio Over IP (AOIP) ready devices. At home in a wide range of applications — from recording studios to live broadcast and proven at high-profile events like the Big Game — it seamlessly delivers high-quality audio feeds for head-mounted AR/VR devices, surround sound systems and stereo playback. Featuring an array of eight low-noise microphone capsules, digital output and the ability for real-time adjustment of polar patterns from the MicNet Control app, Spatial Mic Dante represents a significant advancement in audio technology.

With built-in Dante audio networking and Power over Ethernet (PoE), the microphone’s small form factor allows for discreet camera mounting. Spatial Mic Dante significantly reduces costs and simplifies setup by eliminating the need for large multimicrophone arrays, time alignment, analog cables, multichannel microphone preamps and conversion.

Using the included Voyage Audio software tools, you can transform and aim the unprocessed capsule array output in mono, stereo, second-order Ambisonics

and Surround Sound up to 7.1.4 ATMOS. The transformation is accomplished either in a DAW using the included Spatial Mic Converter Plugin or inside the mic itself using the MicNet Control app. MicNet Control remotely configures the mic’s embedded processor and allows you to adjust settings like gain and output format in real time while monitoring audio signal levels from the mic.

Highlighting the demand for Spatial Mic Dante, let’s look at how it was used at the recent Big Game in Las Vegas. A1 audio engineer for CBS Sports and two-time Emmy Award-winner Matt Coppedge was able to greatly simplify his setup by networking multiple mics together, ensuring comprehensive coverage at each of the major sets. Using the MicNet Control app remotely in a broadcast truck, he configured the mics for Surround Decoding mode, providing realism to the ambient broadcast audio mix.

One of the mics was set so the audio matched the camera shots and would track as players moved by the microphone. In the past, a setup like this could take upwards of six discrete analog microphones. Now this task can be mic’d up with

Spatial Mic Dante and be ready to go in a few minutes with the ability to be quickly repositioned and controlled remotely.

Spatial Mic Dante’s durable construction and versatile mounting options have been proven at other major events, like the SEC college football season, demonstrating resilience against weather elements and ensuring high-quality audio throughout the events. During live broadcasts like this, Coppedge often uses the virtual mic output to aim virtual mic polar patterns, helping to balance the mix from the marching bands and fans.

Spatial Mic Dante paves the way for the future of audio capture, adapting to evolving standards and technologies like ATMOS, Ambisonics and MPEG-H. Its success in diverse settings, from broadcast sports to the precision required in studio recordings, showcases its unparalleled versatility as the go-to immersive microphone for professionals seeking to capture audio with unmatched clarity and realism.