SONY PXW-Z150 4K compact handy camcorder

Breakthrough imaging performance
The Z150 is the world’s first professional camcorder to feature a 1.0 type stacked CMOS image sensor. This breakthrough in sensor integration delivers a 2x increase in read-out speed compared to a conventional 1.0 sensor for stunning 120fps slow motion in Full HD and spectacular 4K recording. Full pixel read-out helps realise the full potential of the big 1.0 type sensor – there’s no need for pixel binning or line skipping which can result in moiré effects.
The large 1.0 type sensor is also brighter, has higher resolution and offers more bokeh with a shallow depth of field, allowing you to create beautiful, cinematic images that will inspire you and delight your clients.
 
Stunning 4K image capture
The Z150 offers a step-change in image capture in its class with 4K QFHD (3840×2160) using the advanced XAVC Long GOP 100Mbps codec for truly broadcast quality 4K performance.
To maximise the quality of your images, the Z150 has a stunning optical 12x zoom lens that offers high resolution and contrast across the entirety of the image. Sony’s advanced Clear Image Zoom feature doubles magnification to 18x when shooting in 4K QFHD and 24x in HD, to fully exploit the imaging capabilities of the Z150’s large 1.0 type stacked sensor.
 

No compromises pro functionality
The Z150 transforms expectations of what’s possible with a handy camcorder so you can be confident using it for almost any application. This includes up to 120 frames per second (fps) High Frame Rate continuous recording in Full HD quality, delivering beautiful 5x slow motion. Stunning 4K picture performance is supported with 4K XAVC Long GOP at 100Mbps, while integration with established broadcast workflows is simplified with Full HD recording in XAVC Long GOP(4:2:2/10bit 50Mbps) and MPEG-2 HD (50Mbps/35Mbps). You can even use AVCHD to further expand workflow flexibility. However you want to shoot, the Z150 delivers.
 
The perfect handy camcorder
The Z150 isn’t simply a compact, lightweight design – it also integrates advanced features to reduce the need for bulky accessories that slow you down. A built-in four position ND filter means no need to carry a box of filters, MI Shoe eliminates cabling when fitting a microphone or even light. Advanced networking capabilities include built-in Wi-Fi for live streaming and FTP wireless connection*, greatly increasing your mobility, while the camcorder can also be easily controlled by a smartphone or tablet using Wi-Fi remote. Every last detail has been thought of – including power efficiency to deliver a remarkable 400 minutes** continuous recording time.
* QoS will be supported with a firmware update.
** Using optional NP-F970 battery while recording XAVC 1080/50i or 60i, 50 Mbps with LCD on.

Revolutionary imaging performance with Exmor RS
To deliver imaging performance previously impossible for a compact camcorder, Sony has developed the world’s first 1.0 type stacked CMOS image sensor for professional video applications. A 2x increase in read-out speed, compared to a conventional 1.0 type sensor, enables beautiful 5x slow motion image capture up to 120fps in Full HD and high resolution 4K recording with full pixel readout without binning.
The Z150’s single 20 megapixel* 1.0 type large size sensor

gives you low noise and less blur because more light reaches the sensor, offering clear and steady pictures even in a dark scene with minimum illumination 1.7 lux**. The large sensor size also enables beautiful background defocusing (bokeh) to enable you to focus on what you want to show and defocus the rest of the image.
* 14.2 million effective pixels. ** LOW LUX mode
 
Flexible 4K and Full HD recordings
The Z150 is designed to provide true broadcast quality performance for both 4K and Full HD productions, recording with the advanced XAVC Long GOP 100Mbps codec for brilliant 4K QFHD imagery and flexible workflows. XAVC Long’s higher bit rate produces outstanding images with more details and less noise to create the number one 4K picture quality in its class. For even more flexibility in workflows, the Z150 is switchable between PAL and NTSC operation.
 
120fps continuous slow motion
High Frame Rate shots can turn everyday actions into slow motion ballet and the Z150 delivers up to 120 frames per second (fps) in Full HD, giving you a maximum of 5 times slow motion expression. There’s no sacrifice in bit depth and no „windowing” of the sensor. So there’s no crop factor, no loss in angle of view.
 

Sony “G” lens with maximum 24x zoom
A high quality 29-348mm wide-angle lens with 12x optical zoom makes it easy to capture even the most expansive landscape scenes while also offering superb clarity and sharpness – maximising the performance of the Z150’s large 1.0 type sensor and providing high resolution and contrast from the centre to the edge of your image.
Getting close into even the most distant scenes is further enhanced by Sony’s advanced Clear Image Zoom feature. Once you’ve zoomed in at maximum 12x optical magnification, By Pixel Super Resolution Technology can enlarge the image to 18x in 4K QFHD or 24x in HD, while still preserving image quality.
 
Networked for high mobility
The Z150 has advanced networking capabilities that give you more mobility in your work – FTP files directly from the camcorder or live stream from any event using built-in Wi-Fi features with no accessories required. Sony’s unique QoS technology* dramatically improves the clarity that’s possible on a wireless connection, giving you better pictures even with the limitations of today’s real-world networks. You can also remotely control the PXW-Z150 with a smartphone or tablet, including the ability to adjust settings such as focus, zoom, iris, white balance, REC START/STOP and more using Sony’s Content Browser Mobile** software.
* QoS will be supported with a firmware update.
** The Content Browser Mobile application can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or App Store.
 
High resolution monitoring
The Z150 gives you precise monitoring and low latency, however you choose to shoot, with its advanced, wide viewing-angle and high contrast 0.39 type 1440K dots OLED electronic viewfinder (EVF) with large eye-cap, and an easily adjustable, flip-out 3.5 type 1550K dots LCD panel.
 
Compact and lightweight body
The Z150 is ergonomically designed to provide a lightweight and easy-to-use shooting experience. Three manual, independent lens rings enable smooth, natural adjustment of focusing, zooming and iris control. The camcorder can also be used in full-auto mode or completely manual for maximum creative control.
 

Dual media slots for recording flexibility
To extend recording times and workflow flexibility, the Z150 is equipped with two memory card slots and is compatible with SDXC and SDHC cards.
“RELAY” mode automatically switches recording from the first to the second memory card when the first is full, while “SIMUL” mode permits simultaneous recording to two memory cards (for example to create an immediate back-up version).
 
Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe
The Z150 takes advantage of Sony’s flexible Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe, which provides power, signal connections and coordinated on/off switching to compatible Sony accessories. For example, you can connect and control Sony wireless microphone systems such as the UWP-D11 or UWP-D12 or attach the HVL-LBPC light*.
* All sold separately. HVL-LBPC is controlled but not powered by Z150.
 

Wide choice of connections including 3G-SDI
There’s no need to worry about adapters as the Z150 provides a wide variety of built-in connectivity options including 3G-SDI, HDMI, Multi/Micro USB, professional audio XLR terminals, REMOTE and Composite (RCA). A supplied Sony cold shoe adaptor kit provides you with more flexibility for mounting accessories.

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Teradek COLR

COLR integrates with Pomfort LiveGrade Pro, allowing DITs and colorists to give everyone the right look.

• HDMI: Full Size in/out
• 3G-SDI, HD-SDI SD-SDI: BNC in/out
• Embedded HDMI/SDI audio input
• Embedded HDMI/SDI audio output

 
Supported Resolutions

• 1080p 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60
• 1080i 50/59.94/60
• 1080PsF 23.98/24/25
• 720p50/59.94/60
• 480p59.94, 576p50 (HDMI only)
• 480i59.94, 576i50
• HDMI input supports 8-bit RGB 4:4:4, 8-bit YCrCb 4:4:4, 12-bit YCrCb 4:2:2
• HDMI output is 8-bit RGB 4:4:4
• SDI input/output is 10-bit YCrCb 4:2:2

Physical

• Dimensions: 2″W x 1″D x 4″H
• Weight: 6oz

 
Video Processing

• CDL/1024 1D LUT (supports 10-bit color)
• 33x33x33 3D LUT (supports 10-bit color)
• HDMI/SDI cross conversion

 

User Interfaces

• WebUI for look management, camera control, network configuration
• OLED LCD Display with joystick navigation buttons
• Integration with Pomfort LiveGrade Pro

 
Protocol Support

• Network Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, DHCP, MDNS/Bonjour

 
Network

• Ethernet: 10/100/1000BASE-T
• WiFi: 2.4/5GHz 802.11 ac/a/b/g/n MiMO
• Mini-B USB

 
Power

• 2 Pin Lemo Power input
• Nominal Power Consumption: 5W – 8W
• Auxiliary Power Input: 6-28V DC

Forrás:  www.rexfilm.hu

Stream TV Networks Showcase At ISE

PHILADELPHIA, USA:

PLAY BOX at CABSAT 2016 – THE NEWS

​PlayBox Technology CloudAir and PlayBox Neo Make CABSAT Debut

 Exhibiting on stand E1-20, the company will be represented by Pavlin Rahnev (CEO) and colleagues from PlayBox Technology ME Ltd.

CloudAir Channel-in-the-Cloud

Latest advance from PlayBox Technology is the highly innovative CloudAir. Exhibited as a technology demonstration at IBC in September 2015, it allows new television channels to be established very rapidly without the usual preliminary investment in playout infrastructure.

„CloudAir allows a new television channel to be set up in matter of seconds,” states PlayBox Technology President Don Ash. „It is designed for anyone who wants to broadcast television content, be it on a real-time 24/7 basis, a catch-up television facility, the red button element of a reality TV show or a short-running programme series such as a sports event. It can also be deployed as the basis of a highly secure disaster recovery system.

„CloudAir is about speed, unlimited scalability and easy affordability. It has the potential to empower new or existing programme streams wherever and whenever they are needed, in any standard from SD to UHD. Available on a software-as-a-service basis, it offers established broadcasters or new-start entrepreneurs unsurpassed freedom in the style and scale of their operation and in the way they fund their business.

„CloudAir is able to provide true playout with graphics on any enterprise-class blade, rack or tower server. Once the CloudAir is installed, no auxiliary hardware is required at all. CloudAir attracted a huge level of interest from multinational, national and regional broadcasters, not least as a basis for adding supplementary channels to an existing multiplex.”

PlayBox Neo Channel-in-a-Box Product Suite

Also on demonstration at CABSAT 2016 will be the latest upgrades to the established PlayBox platform: AirBox Neo, TitleBox Neo, CaptureBox Neo and SafeBox Neo. These can be combined on a modular basis to match any size of operation ranging from a compact national or regional channel-in-a-box station to a large-scale multi-channel broadcast network transmitting to a global audience.

„The PlayBox Neo series is a powerful evolutionary upgrade option available to our entire user base,” Don Ash adds. „New features include UHD compatibility which will allow channel managers to gear for the latest generation of transmission standards as soon as they choose. PlayBox Neo also incorporates a new high-efficiency user interface plus a wide range of detailed enhancements designed to keep the PlayBox platform as the world’s best-selling playout and channel branding product suite. Customers with valid Annual Software Maintenance & Technical Support can upgrade their existing PlayBox products to the latest Neo versions as a simple download provided their hardware is able to support it. If they contact PlayBox Technology, we will be able to analyse their system and advise relevant upgrade options.”

Core element of the PlayBox suite is the AirBox Neo playout server. Designed for 24/7 unattended operation, it can also be operated manually – including the ability to handle live-to-air throughput. AirBox Neo supports UHD, HD and SD in single server.

TitleBox Neo provides a wide range of interactive on-air graphics and titling capabilities which can be manipulated live. It includes substantial improvements for dealing with UHD projects as well as supporting HD and SD operation.

CaptureBox Neo allows HD or SD content to be captured from up to four video sources simultaneously. These can be monitored on a single screen and controlled via a streamlined user interface with enhanced multichannel control and operability.

SafeBox Neo replicates remote content to local playout server folders for safe transmission. It implements a new graphic interface plus new significantly faster processing for moving primary or copied content to the playout and central storage servers. A new workflow routine protects content against unauthorised deletion.

See PlayBox Technology on stand E1-20 at CABSAT 2016, Dubai, March 8-10

www.playboxtechnology.com

About PlayBox Technology

PlayBox Technology  is an international communications and information-technology company serving the broadcast and corporate sectors in more than 120 countries. PlayBox Technology is dedicated to the research, design, development and provision of the best products, systems, solutions and services. Over 16,000 TV and branding channels are powered by PlayBox Technology, broadcast solutions. Users include national and international broadcasters, start-up TV channels, webcasters, DVB (IP/ASI) TV channels, interactive TV and music channels, film channels, remote TV channels and disaster recovery channels.

 
Contacts for additional information

Press enquiries: David Kirk, Stylus Media Consultants
Tel: +44 (0)1342 311 983 | stylusmedia@gmail.com

PlayBox Technology Marketing: Don Ash
Tel: +44 (0)1707 664 444 | marketing@playboxtechnology.com

PlayBox Technology Limited, Brookmans Park Teleport, Great North Road, Hatfield AL9 6NE, UK. Tel: +44 (0)1707 664 444 | www.playboxtechnology.com

THE FIRST 4K BROADCAST IN LAS VEGAS

LAS VEGAS

The future of 4K Ultra HD TV is among the most-anticipated topics at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show. Updates are expected here about standards for improved picture quality, as well as the availability of more content coming on 4K Blu-ray Discs and increased streaming options.

But this week will also mark the first major public display of 4K UHD over-the-air broadcasts, as two Las Vegas television stations will transmit 4K video that will be shown on UHD displays populating the convention show floor.

TV makers LG and Samsung are each sponsoring separate local 4K broadcasts — independent station KHMP and NBC-affiliated KSNV, respectively — that will be viewable on the massive CES show floor.

It’s the first public demonstrations of the in-development Advanced Television System Committee’s ATSC 3.0 transmission system. ATSC 3.0 is expected to allow for not only the broadcast of improved quality 4K Ultra HD TV signals, but also mobile TV and interactive content.

„We’re on target to finalize the entire suite of ATSC 3.0 standards for next-gen television broadcasting this year,” said ATSC President Mark Richer in a statement.

Once, HDTV served as the Holy Grail of television. But 4K UHD with a technology called high dynamic range (HDR), which brings improved contrast and color saturation to 4K UHD content, makes „the television experience so much more lifelike, especially on larger screens,” said Peter Fannon, vice president of technology policy at Panasonic Corp. of North America.

And 4K over-the-air broadcasting would give broadcasters „the chance to compete and succeed in an ever more complex world,” he said.

Research firm IHS Technology expects U.S. shipments of 4K TVs to double to 12 million this year.

Also adding momentum to 4K UHD will be updates about HDR standards, additional movie studio support for 4K Blu-ray Discs and an expected announcement of at least one satellite TV provider delivering 24-hour 4K content, says Richard Doherty, research director at The Envisioneering Group.

With more than one HDR technology — Dolby Vision — and an evolving level of copy protection in HDMI inputs, consumer confusion could be a result. Doherty hopes that the industry consolidates standards and makes it easy for consumers. „I think we are going to hear about consolidation,” he said.

„There is somewhat of the industry coming together,” said Tim Alessi, director of new product development for home entertainment products at LG Electronics USA.  „The whole idea is not just more pixels, but better pixels.”

However, all these developments don’t ensure success in 4K, says Dan Rayburn, analyst with research and consulting firm Frost & Sullivan and executive vice president of StreamingMedia.com. „Right now, everybody is talking about technology and nobody is talking about business models,” he said.

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Új kompakt SONY kézikamera

Full-HD compact handheld NXCAM camcorder with professional features and 1.0-type Exmor™ R CMOS sensor

HXR-NX100 NXCAM camcorder comes with Sony’s unique 20 mega pixel 1.0-type Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS sensor that delivers high resolution and fantastic low light performance, as well as offering more depth of field control as demanded by today’s diverse shooting requirements.
Three independent manual lens rings provide excellent creative control. A fixed Sony G series lens achieves 12x optical zoom, which can be doubled to 24x with Clear Image Zoom making use of the 1.0 type sensor to still deliver a native resolution 1920×1080 image. You can also double the zoom again using a sophisticated Digital Extender for a maximum 48x zoom.

There is also a ND Filter function, allowing you to choose four conventional mechanical ND filter positions that will enhance your ability to work in any shooting scenario. Additional advanced features include dual media slots, “SIMUL” or “RELAY” recording, and independent record control. The HXR-NX100 also has the ability to record AVCHD, DV and XAVC S 50Mbps for multiple choices and high quality images.
Professional audio quality is made easy thanks to XLR connectors as standard and Multi Interface (MI) Shoe supporting fully integrated wireless audio solutions, such as Sony’s UWP-D range.
“ The Grand One” 1.0-type Exmor R CMOS Sensor for stunning picture quality even in low light conditions
The sensor, which is approximately the same size as a Super 16mm film frame, delivers high resolution and fantastic low light performance, as well as offering more depth of field control as demanded by today’s diverse shooting requirements.
High sensitivity and fantastic resolution with 20 mega pixels*1 delivers striking detail and colours, with minimum illumination 1.7 lux *2.
*1 14,2 million effective pixels.
*2 NTSC model: 1/30 second shutter speed, Iris and gain Auto.
PAL model: 1/25 second shutter speed, Iris and gain Auto
Maximum 48x zoom Sony G lens
The lens offers a 12x optical zoom from 29mm angle of view at wide end, which can be increased to 24x with Clear Image Zoom while retaining full resolution thanks to Sony’s unique By Pixel Super Resolution Technology, giving a crisp and high resolution feel that is nearly identical to optical zoom. Zoom performance can be doubled at any point with a Digital Extender by up to 48x.
Compact handheld NXCAM camcorder packed with adaptable professional functions
Professional features include 3 independent manual lens rings that can intuitively control zoom, focus and iris, dual memory card slots for backup, simultaneous and relay recording, a built-in four-step ND filter for better exposure control in bright scene, 0.24 type 1550K dots EVF and 3.5 type 1550K dots LCD for easy monitoring, and wide variety of professional interfaces, including HDMI, Multi/Micro USB, XLR terminals, REMOTE, Composite (BNC) and Multi Interface (MI) Shoe, delivering a seamless integration for video light and wireless audio.
Breadth of recording format capabilities
Provides multiple choices including AVCHD and DV which are suitable for conventional workflow, and newly implemented XAVC S 50Mbps which realizes better image quality.
“ The Grand One” 1.0 type Exmor R CMOS sensor for a wide range of shooting conditions
The HXR-NX100 incorporates a 1.0 type Exmor R CMOS sensor which is approximately the same size as Super 16mm film frame to achieve high resolution, high sensitivity, low noise, and wide dynamic range. The sensor has a resolution of 20 mega pixels* enhancing shooting under severe lighting conditions and providing more freedom of creative expression.
*14,2 million effective pixels
High sensitivity and high resolution
Thanks to the 1.0 type Exmor R CMOS sensor, the HXR-NX100 has high sensitivity – 1.67 stops brighter than a 1/2.88-type sensor. The camcorder also has higher resolution than any other camcorder in its price range. The 1.0 type sensor is brighter and offers more bokeh with a shallow depth of field than 1/2.88-type or smaller sensors.
Sony G lens
The „G Lens” is Sony’s original camera lens, designed and manufactured to the highest standards of optical performance. Through original Sony technologies, the „G Lens” achieves superb clarity and sharpness that maximizes the performance of Sony’s advanced imaging sensors and camera systems.The HXR-NX100 is supplied with a fixed 29 mm wide-angle Sony G lens. Ideal for capturing grand landscapes, it also provides up to 12x optical zoom.
Clear Image Zoom
The 12x optical zoom can be doubled to 24x with Clear Image Zoom which is a Sony unique technology that incorporates By Pixel Super Resolution Technology that analyzes the input image to maintain full resolution. In addition, Digital Extender can double this range again, up to 48x zoom.
Compact, ergonomic body
The HXR-NX100 features an all-new chassis designed around its class-leading 1.0 type Exmor R CMOS sensor. An advanced ergonomic design ensures using its professional manual controls, is intuitive and similar to other Sony professional cameras, so whether shooting in auto or manual mode, the camera is exceptionally easy to use.
Three independent manual lens rings
The three lens rings enables smooth, natural adjustment of focusing, zooming and iris control. It can also be used in full-auto mode or completely manual for maximum creative control.
ND filter control mechanism
The HXR-NX100 is equipped with a ND Filter function, allowing you to choose four conventional mechanical ND filter positions (Clear, 1/4ND, 1/16ND and 1/64ND) for better exposure and depth of field control in bright scene).
Dual media slots, “SIMUL” or “RELAY” recording, and independent record control
The HXR-NX100 is equipped with two memory card slots. The camcorder is compatible with SDXC and SDHC cards as well as Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark 2) and Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo. Two media slots can record in either “SIMUL” or “RELAY” mode. “SIMUL” mode permits simultaneous recording to two memory cards, while “RELAY” mode automatically switches recording from the first to the second memory card when the first is full. The user can set up the two Start/Stop buttons on the HXR-NX100, one on the grip and one on the camcorder body, to independently start and stop recording on different memory cards while recording in “SIMUL” mode.
Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe
The MI Shoe expands your options to use accessories without cables, such as HVL-LBPC Video Light and the UWP-D wireless microphone series.
High resolution LCD and EVF
The HXR-NX100 incorporates a 0.24-type 1550K dots EVF and 3.5-type 1550K dots LCD, offering high resolution for impressive visibility.
Wide choice of connections
The camcorder offers numerous connections to suit professional needs, including HDMI, Multi/Micro USB, XLR terminals, REMOTE, Composite (BNC) and Multi Interface (MI) Shoe.
Manual controls
The manual switch and buttons on the side of the body allow swift and easy adjustment of, GAIN, shutter speed and white balance.
Multi-format recording
The HXR-NX100 records AVCHD and DV which are suitable for conventional workflow, and newly implemented XAVC S 50Mbps which realizes better image quality.
Picture Profile
You can fine-tune the look of movies before shooting by adjusting parameters such as gamma, knee, black level, color model /level/phase and more. Adjusted parameters can be saved along with other settings as a profile, and up to six profiles can be stored for later recall.
99 Camera Profiles
It is possible to save up to 99 camera settings under different profile numbers. User can copy the settings from one HXR-NX100 to another HXR-NX100 so that user can shoot with multiple cameras in the same settings*. Also, users can save camera settings for each scene, so that it is possible to recall proper settings for the scene immediately.
*Only works with same model camcorders.

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ANGA COM 2015 COLOGNE – BROADCAST KIÁLLÍTÁS

• With 450 exhibitors the record of the previous year was set

• 17.000 participants from 74 countries

• Broadband and media industry booms in the wake of new TV forms

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ANGA COM 2015 ended with an outstanding result of 450 exhibitors and 17,000 participants. Again, 50 percent of the participants came from abroad – from a total of 74 countries. Thus the Exhibition and Congress for Broadband, Cable & Satellite has continued seamlessly the record numbers of the previous year.

Thomas Braun, President of the Association of German Cable Operators (ANGA): “ANGA COM 2015 was a huge success for us. This applies in particular to the anew first class attendee numbers and the high-level of internationality. This year, I really appreciated the especially high-quality and large number of industry cooperations.”

Dr. Peter Charissé, Managing Director of ANGA COM, continues to see the industry on the upswing: “Three days of ANGA COM with a buzzing exhibition hall and outstanding attended congress panels proved that we can look forward to further boom years. Especially, new TV products like Multiscreen, TV Everywhere and Cloud TV lead to new potentials for both industry sectors, media as well as broadband.“

With Herbert Strobel, Chairman of the Satellite & Cable Trade Association within the German Association of the Electrical and Electronics Industry ZVEI, also the manufacturers are very satisfied with the show: “This year’s result is again impressive. This applies above all to the high quality and internationality of the visitors. ANGA COM has confirmed its leading role in Europe and will remain the industry highlight of the year for our manufacturers and systems providers.”

Next show date: 7 to 9 June 2016 in Cologne/Germany

http://www.angacom.de/en.html

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Sony új lézer projektorok

A napokban két teljesen új modell érkezett a piacvetető terméksorba. A világelső és legnagyobb fényerővel rendelkező két új modell a VPL-FHZ65 és VPL-FHZ60 demonstrálja a Sony elkötelezettségét a legmagasabb fokú lézertechnika irányába. A lézerfényforrásos vetítéstechnika számos környezetben alkalmazható iskoláktól egyetemekig, bevásárló központokban, kiskereskedelmi egységekben, rendezvényeken.

A hatalmas fényerő mindössze évenkénti karbantartást igényel, jelentősen alacsonyabb tulajdonosi költségek mellett, figyelemreméltó alternatíva a lámpás eljárásokkal szemben. Az erőteljes Z-Foszfor lézerfény és a Sony BrightEra 3 LCD vetítőmotorja páratlan minőséget produkál WUXGA felbontásban, 5000 lumen fényerővel és 20000 órás üzemidővel. Számos set-up, telepítési újdonság és funkció várja a felhasználókat.

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 www.sony.hu 

Orad at Broadcast Asia 2015

Event held in Singapore on the 2-5 June, 2015. Headlining the Orad product lineup at Broadcast Asia are Artwork SeQuencer clip and still store application, TD Control studio display and control management, and Blend channel in a box.

Artwork SeQuencer – Clip and Still Store Application

Ideal for studio productions, Artwork SeQuencer (ASQ) is a file-based clip & still playback server coupled with superior real-time graphics controlled from a single user interface. ASQ will be typically used for playback of transitions as well as playback of sequences and images onto studio displays. ASQ provides all the expected functions of a clips-and-still store, including ingest from file, video and image capture from live feed, alpha preview, back-to-back playout with transitions, rundown creation and more.

TD Control Studio Display Control and Management

TD Control provides easy-to-use, multi-display control from a single touch user interface. TD Control manages simultaneously different orientations, resolutions (up to 16k), sizes and aspect ratios. Using TD Control, the displays can be assigned rich media including 3D real-time graphics, live videos, multiple video clips and images. The outcome can be monitored prior to playout with TD Control program/preview feature, which displays real-time replicas of all the monitors in the studio taking into account the actual aspect ratios, orientations and positions. TD Control offers real-time 3D graphic capabilities, which can be used for endless and diversified transitions between different video layouts. TD Control relies on Orad’s HDVG4, providing six internal HD clip players, constant internal two-frame delay on all processing, internal up/down convertor, etc., making it ideal for all live production environments and workflows.

Blend Channel in a Box

Blend, Orad’s file-based channel-in-a-box solution, provides video playout coupled with real-time branding graphics. New are Blend’s advanced playlist functionalities as well as enhanced integration with iFind MAM for integrated workflow with automatic file movement from central storage to local Blend storage based on the defined workflow.

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Quantel and Snell: transforming workflows, protecting

Together we’re squaring up to deliver future-proof answers for three key customer issues: 

Transitioning to interoperable IP workflows

Production infrastructures today need to transition from SDI to IP and be built from commodity hardware and media aware software to take advantage of the IT industry’s huge R&D investment. At NAB Quantel and Snell were demonstrating a complete IP system including routing, production switching, processing and playout. We’re also showing how it is possible to transition painlessly from today’s SDI world into the IP future with plug-in modules for Sirius 800 routers and Kahuna switchers and a hybrid SDI/IP control system, with industry-standard interoperability guaranteed. This evolutionary approach enables current products to work across both worlds – eliminating the cost and disruption of a complete refit. There is also a raft of new developments across routers, switchers, channel in a box and news production that ensure customers can get the best out of their existing infrastructure while they transition to the IP future.

Increasing efficiency and output

With audiences fragmenting and the number of media channels continuing to multiply, content creators and distributors need to deliver more with less to make the economics add up. The answer is more intelligence and automation in the pipeline. Media aware monitoring has the potential to dramatically improve output quality while simultaneously lowering costs. The revolutionary Snell Media Biometrics technology makes media aware monitoring a practical proposition – new Media Biometrics modules for lip-sync, channel mapping and logo assurance are being introduced, as well as a Media Biometrics signal generator. At NAB Morpheus and ICE enhancements deliver a sophisticated on-screen presence more efficiently, with Media Biometrics capability also enabled in ICE. Adaptive Cadence technology is introduced for Alchemist OD, further streamlining file-based conversion workflows.

Telling compelling stories

However efficient the operation is, it is great content that attracts and retains audiences. Quantel and Snell are showing a host of new developments at NAB that enable content creators to tell compelling stories in new ways.  

Developments on show include: Pablo Rio handling 8K 60p in realtime; advances in 4K; enhanced teamworking with the new Go! cross-platform browser – enabling the right people to work together on a story, wherever they are in the world; and the new LiveTouch sports highlighting system with integrated editing, enabling more sophisticated and engaging sports coverage, more quickly and easily.  

„NAB 2015 is the first opportunity for Quantel and Snell to demonstrate the breadth and depth of our complete product range,” said Neil Maycock, VP Marketing. „The raft of new products and developments on show will simplify, streamline and even transform workflows – enabling our industry to transition to its IP and 4K future.” 

„There is an ever-increasing demand for more channels and services for increasingly fragmented audiences, and broadcasters need solutions that enable them to achieve this without increasing either capex or opex costs,” said Tim Thorsteinson, Quantel and Snell CEO. „Our whole philosophy is based on future-proofing our customers’ investments, helping them to transition to the full benefits of the IP and 4K future without the cost and disruption of complete infrastructure replacement.”

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Sennheiser launches AVX wireless microphone systems

The amazingly compact AVX receiver plugs directly into the XLR of a camera, where it automatically pairs with the microphone and switches on when the camera does. The system automatically adjusts the correct audio levels and transmits using a specially protected link in the license-free 1.9 GHz range. Setting up and recording high-quality audio for video has never been faster or more convenient.

AVX comes in ready-to-use systems that contain everything required to immediately go live. Alternatively, tailor-made systems can be put together from a wide choice of individual components.

Ease of use right from the start 

Convenience starts with not having to register the system or pay for its use: AVX operates in the license-free 1.9 GHz frequency range, which can be used in many countries worldwide. The convenience continues in operation: the plug-on receiver automatically switches on with the phantom powering of the camera, and automatically pairs with the transmitter. The system immediately sets the correct audio level, perfectly matching it to the camera’s input sensitivity, selects a free frequency – and is ready for the job at hand. If a source of interference appears, AVX will inaudibly shift to a  new frequency.

Range on demand
AVX is equipped with adaptive transmitting power, meaning that the system always uses the power that is required to maintain a reliable connection between the microphone and the camera receiver. This not only ensures a stable link, it also reduces battery power consumption – as does the automatic on/off function.

Clever energy management
The AVX receiver and transmitter are powered by special lithium-ion batteries, which can be recharged via a USB port. To avoid nasty surprises when filming for a long time, the transmitters display the amount of battery life remaining.

DSLR accessories included
For DSLRs with a jack audio input, the AVX systems include an XLR-3/mini-jack adapter cable and the mounting accessories needed to attach the receiver to the camera hotshoe.

Ready-to-use sets or individual components

AVX is available in three different sets: with a handheld transmitter (evolution microphone head), with a bodypack transmitter and ME 2 clip-on microphone and in a special professional version with a bodypack transmitter and an MKE 2 clip-on microphone, the benchmark product for film and TV productions.

For the USA, a special combo pack is issued, which includes both a bodypack and a handheld. The microphone head is an MMD 42, the capsule of Sennheiser’s long-standing MD 42 reporter’s microphone.

All system components plus additional items such as a handheld transmitter with on/off switch are available separately so that users can put together their own tailor-made AVX systems.

The AVX systems and components will go on sale from June 2015.

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UA22x8 and UA80x9 Zooms win in Vegas

 The Optical Devices Division of FUJIFILM North America received a TV Technology Best of Show Award during the 2015 NAB Show for its new 4K Ultra HD Series of lenses.Both the UA80x9 field lens and UA22x8 portable zoom lens have optical performance compatible with 4K 2/3-inch broadcast cameras, and were introduced at NAB in Las Vegas.

“We’re thrilled to win this award for the first in our series of 4K zooms for 2/3-inch broadcast cameras,” said Thom Calabro, director of Marketing and Product Development for the Optical Division of FUJIFILM. “TV Technology is one of the most respected publications in the broadcast industry, and it means a lot to be recognized by them for these new lenses that we were so excited to unveil at NAB. These Ultra HD lenses were developed in response to the market demand for 4K optics that would work with 2/3-inch broadcast cameras. We’re looking forward to seeing them in use for a variety of sports and entertainment productions.”

The UA80x9 4K field lens has an 80x zoom and optical image stabilization, making it ideal for coverage of large-scale events. The lens covers focal lengths ranging from 9mm in wide angle to 720mm in telephoto. The FUJINON UA22x8 4K zoom lens features a compact and lightweight design, a 22× zoom ratio and a focal length from 8mm in wide angle to 176mm in telephoto. The UA22x8 excels in capturing a broad range of applications, including live sports, program production and news reporting. Both of the lenses were designed using the latest proprietary optical simulation software. The UA80x9 and UA22x8 lenses offer exceptional 4K optical performance in the center of the image through to the corners of the frame. Fujifilm’s “High Transmittance Electron Beam Coating” (HT-EBC) is applied to the lenses for enhanced transmission, contrast, dynamic range, and color reproduction. The FUJINON lenses can be linked with other systems, such as a virtual studio system for combining CG images with live action. NewBay Media’s Best of Show Awards are judged by a panel of engineers and industry experts on the criteria of innovation, feature set, cost efficiency and performance in serving the industry. Both the FUJINON UA22X8 and UA80X9 lenses will be available by August of this year.

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Telestream Media Transcoding Platform for Al Jazeera

Telestream^®, the leading provider of digital video tools and workflow solutions today announced the successful deployment of a Vantage transcode farm at Al Jazeera Media Network’s London news gathering, current affairs programming and live news output facility. Designed and installed by international systems integration specialist, Danmon Systems, this radical file-based technology upgrade sees the relocation of Al Jazeera’s European news headquarters to London’s iconic Shard building. 

Broadcasting to over 220 million households in 100 countries, and with over 4000 staff from over 70 nationalities, Al Jazeera Media Networks is one of the leading global news providers. The London news production centre, designed around super-fast file-based workflows, will provide a blueprint for every Al Jazeera Media Network facility worldwide.

At the Shard, Danmon Systems, working together with Al Jazeera’s in-house specialists, has created a fully redundant file-based workflow.

It integrates Telestream’s Vantage Transcode Pro Connect, Analysis and Avid Advanced options running on GPU accelerated Telestream Lightspeed Servers alongside an Avid news system and Arvato VPMS media asset management (MAM) system. The Telestream Vantage transcode farm is used to ingest media into the news production workflow: its super-fast operation allows Avid editors to start editing while still ingesting news feeds such as Reuters and AP. Both media and associated metadata are ingested, transcoded and delivered to Avid Interplay PAM via Web Services, enabling staff to edit stories very quickly, referencing valuable metadata and growing H264 proxy and hi-res media files far quicker than before.  

“The workflow at the London facility is completely new and re-writes the rule book in terms of design, operation, speed and efficiency,” commented Søren Bruun, Operations Manager at Danmon Systems Group. “Vantage’s ability to very rapidly ingest media into the Avid system enables Al Jazeera staff to start editing stories and get them to air in the shortest time possible. Vantage’s ability to present a growing media file to the Avid newsroom system is a key component in achieving this.”

Danmon Systems started installing the news production and output system in the last quarter of 2014 and the system went live in February this year. Al Jazeera Media Network reports that the workflow is operating beyond expectations and is providing major operating efficiencies. “In choosing our new platform for our worldwide upgrade to a modern file-based solution, Telestream was the obvious choice to provide our primary transcoding solution, using their proven Vantage solution on their innovative Lightspeed infrastructure,” said Feras Al Suliti, Director of Network Operations at Al Jazeera Media Network. “The tight integration between Vantage and our other vendors has proven invaluable, and now we have our solution working well in Europe, we look forward to bringing further innovations into our operation, and increased efficiencies as we continue to roll this platform out to our other sites.”

UPGRADE YOUR VISION – TVLogic monitorok

UPGRADE YOUR VISION!!!

Kiegészült a TVLogic professzionális monitorkínálata.

Az egyik legnépszerűbb broadcast és professzionális kijelző gyártó a TVLogic, az elmúlt évi IBC alkalmával két új, nagy fényerejű 4K / UHD, továbbá egy 24,5 ” OLED, valamint három stúdió fali – és hogy teljessé tegye a választékot, – még négy rack-monitort mutatott be, melyek már itthon is elérhetőek.

Professzionális TVLogic Monitor sorozat

TVLogic egyesíti a legújabb FPD technológiát a saját maga fejlett képfeldolgozási rendszerével és olyan professzionális kijelzőket kínál, amelyek megfelelnek az adás, a produkció, és az utómunka szigorú követelményeinek, valamint a digitális kijelző és más magas szintű alkalmazásoknak. A néhány hónappal ez előtt piacra került 12 új modellel teljes kínálattá egészült ki a TVLogic a többszörösen díjnyertes, széleskörű professzionális videó monitor kínálata.

Napfényben is jól látható  Monitor – SRM-074W-N/ 095W

Az új SRM-074W-N és SRM-095W-N (a képen) a továbbfejlesztett változatai az SRM-074W és az LVM-095W magasabb fényerő képességgel rendelkeznek. Ugyanolyan kiemelkedő műszaki teljesítmény és működés jellemzi, mint a népszerű testvér monitorokat, az új SRM-074W-N és az SRM-095W –t, világos, olvasható képet produkálnak a szabadban, egyetlen gombnyomásra, még a legfényesebb napsütésben is. Az SRM-074W-N egy 7” -os monitor megnövelt háttérvilágítással, hogy kiadja a valaha lehetséges legmagasabb fényerőt 7 „-os méretben  – 1500cd / ?. Az SRM-095W a legelső 9” monitor Full HD felbontással és nagy fényerővel – 800cd / ?. Mindkét monitor esetében, – SRM-074W-N és SRM-095W-N a videojelek befogadására multi-formátumú 3G / Dual Link HD-SGI, SD-SDI, HDMI és analóg (SRM-074W-N) jelbemenet áll rendelkezésre. Minden alkalmazási formát, többek között Timecode Display, Hullámforma waweform / vectorscope, képarány mellett UMD, Closed Captions és a Focus Assist is támogat.

TVLogic – Studio Fali Monitorok – SWM-170A/ 240A/ 320A

Az SWM sorozatú monitorok újonnan tervezettek, és a legjobban megfelelnek a stúdió falain történő elvárásoknak. A tiszta előlap, a bekapcsoló gomb, és csak egy kis jelzőlámpa biztosítja a legjobb felügyeletet, ami alapfeltétele a felhasználásnak. A hagyományos kapcsolódási felület a felhasználó által választható SDI, HDMI és DVI, valamint optikai szál interfésszel bővült. Támogatja a legtöbb videó formátumot, és akár a 3G-SDI professzionális funkciókat is, mint például Marker, Timecode Audio Level Meter, és a CC és UMD-t is.

Új OLED Monitor – LEM-250C

Az LEM-250C a praktikusan kialakított line-up egyik figyelemre méltó 24,5 „-os OLED paneles monitora, melynek előnyeiről a szakmát jól ismerők számára nem kell sokat írni. Az új monitor könnyebb és gyorsabb hozzáférést biztosít a gyakran használt funkciókhoz ésszerű áron. A State-of-the -Art elnevezésű OLED kijelző, a TVLogic képfeldolgozási és színes kalibrációs technológia segítségével , kiváló képminőséget kínál és funkcióival felülmúlja a szükséges a professzionális videó gyártás elvárásait.

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A TVLogic családi kép –  A nemrég bejelentett broadcast monitorcsalád

minden tagja itt látható – kivéve a rackbe szerelhető monitorokat.

4K / UHD Monitorok – LUM-300W / 550W

A LUM-300W és az 550W két új 4K / UHD felbontású LCD monitor. Az LUM-300W egy 31″ collos 4K (4096×2160) felbontású DCI referencia display, teljes 10 bites fehér LED háttérvilágítással, 1450: 1 –hez kontraszt aránnyal, és nagy fényességgel (850cd / m²) rendelkezik. Bemenetei között megtaláljuk a quad 3G-SDI és HDMI quad I / O, valamint a HDMI 1.4 és DisplayPort 1.2. csatlakozásokat. A monitor széles DCI-P3 színskálát kínál és támogatja a 3D LUT szolgáltatásokat.

Az LUM-550W egy 55 „10 bites (3840 x 2160) broadcast UHD felbontású monitor egy 10 bites LCD-fehér LED háttérvilágítású egység, nagy kontraszttal (4000: 1), és nagy betekintési szöggel (178 ° H / V), és pontos Rec. 709 színskálával. Bemenetei között megtaláljuk a  quad 3G-SDI és HDMI quad I / O, valamint HDMI 1.4 és DisplayPort 1.2 csatlakozásokat.

Rack-Mountable Monitor- RMK-443A, RKM-356A, RKM-270A, RKM-290A

Az RKM-sorozat négy újtípusú rack-monitorból áll, modern dizájnnal és kíváló teljesítménnyel. A sorozat méretei a következők: RKM-443A (4 × 4,3 „), 356A (3 × 5,6”), 270A (2 × 7 „) és a 290A (2 × 9”). Az új RKM sorozat monitorjai támogatják a 3G-SDI Level A / B a video formátumokat, valamint olyan professzionális funkciókat, mint például a Marker, Timecode Audio Level Meter, Waweform és a Vectorscope. A monitorok tökéletes méretűek, a magasságuk 1RU.  A sorozat táv vezérelhető,  Ethernet, GPI / O és RS422 kommunikációs porttal rendelkeznek, és biztosítják az egyes képek  különböző méretű és pozíció elrendezését.

A TVLogic termékek hazai forgalmazója a Studiotech Kft.

www.studiotech.hu

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Updated SONY XDCAM range

UPDAITED Sony PVX-FS7 – Accessories by ARRI Coming soon

Sony is showing its newly improved XDCAM range of cameras, including the recently shipping PXW-FS7, PXW-X200 and PXW-X70 models. The FS7, in particular, has attracted “massive interest,” according to Robbie Fleming, product marketing manager, Sony Professional Solutions. “It’s been amazing. We have a lot of back orders.” The X200 is also much in demand. “We can’t make enough of them.” The Super35 sensor FS7 is now available with the new 28-135mm lens (as a package – the FS7K). “It comes across asa really good, all-round camera  for freelance work, because it’s very versatile. It can give a cinematic look or run and gun,” said Fleming. Being connected is also a key

attraction. “All our cameras are now wireless,” he added, but they aren’t all yet 4K, as there is still a large market for HD. “The 4K ability is only one part of the attraction of the FS7. It also records 180fps slow motion on board,” at up to 600Mbps, and its lightweight shoulder-mounted form factor is also appealing. 

The ARRI PCA accessories for the Sony PXW-FS7 will be available from February 2015.

The X200 has three 1/2- inch Exmor CMOS sensors, 17x zoom lens, MPEG HD422 (50Mbps) recording, two SxS media slots for simultaneous recording, a versatile new Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe and GPS data recording. The 4K-ready X70 is the smallest XDCAM professional camcorder, using a mid-size 1-inch type Exmor R sensor, recording 10-bit 4:2:2 HD in XAVC Long GOP, at 50Mbps. Also new is the ENG-style PXW-X500, with its three 2/3- inch CCD sensors, which can deliver 1080p at up to 120fps. ( – )

www.rexfilm.hu

www.arri.com

Blackmagic Production Camera 4K Used to music video

Blackmagic Design today announced that the Blackmagic Production Camera 4K was used to shoot Australian new wave band Pseudo Echo’s music video for the title track off their new album “Ultraviolet.” Shot entirely on green screen, Melbourne, Australia based production company Final Focus required a 4K camera that delivered Ultra HD cinematic images at an affordable cost.

“We needed a 4K camera due to the fact that the music video was shot entirely on green screen. This not only helped in regards to the quality of the key, but also gave us the ability to punch in for a closer shot without quality loss since the delivery was HD,” explained Adam Haywood, DP and co owner of Final Focus. “The Blackmagic Production Camera 4K’s images are amazing, and even back in the edit suite, I couldn’t believe how good the shots looked.”

The look and feel of the music video was inspired by lead singer Brian Canham’s love for retro and futuristic films and art, and this is a passion he shares with the video’s director Stuart Stanton, also co owner of Final Focus. Brian wanted to explore the idea of people’s energy existing beyond death in an ultraviolet realm.

With these factors in mind, Stuart came up with the concept of a celestial character inviting, controlling, evolving and transitioning another version of herself from one dimension to another. Intercut with footage of the band, the music video is a throwback to the world of retro sci-fi, designed to be visually engaging and in line with the energy and vibe of classic Pseudo Echo.

Shot in 4K ProRes, Adam noted that the 4K format was especially advantageous when editing and delivering in HD. “Shooting in 4K is probably the best thing in regards to reframing or cropping shots for more options without having to compromise image quality. The other element is the strength of the ProRes codec, which saves time in the edit suite and which other cameras don’t record in camera,” he said.

Adam added: “The Blackmagic Production Camera 4K marries both these features and combines them in an extremely affordable package, which means we own the camera and the power that comes with it.”

“We wanted a look to match the artwork on our latest album, and we wanted a very modern futuristic look,” said Brian Canham of Pseudo Echo.

“The video turned out fantastic. We love the high end look Final Focus achieved using all green screen.”

During post, Adam used a few curves and a little saturation in DaVinci Resolve for color correction and to give the images a final finesse. “When the Blackmagic Production Camera 4K became available, we pretty much purchased it immediately, and we haven’t looked back since. The camera’s images are just amazing to work with,” Adam concluded. ( – )

www.blackmagicdesign.com

Blackmagic Design Ultra HD bemutató kocsi Budapesten

Hogyan került Budapestre a Blackmagic promóciós broadcast kisbusza?

A Blackmagic Design elhatározta, hogy egy 4K-s megoldásokat bemutató közvetítő kocsit készít és indít útra a kontinensen. Az előkészületek és a szerelési munkák az év elején kezdődtek. A közvetítő kocsi május végére készült el. A négy-öt hónaposra tervezett körúton a kocsit a Blackmagic Design szakemberei, köztük Darren Bailey, az EMEA vezető értékesítési menedzsere, kísérte. Az autó bejárta egész Európát, meglátogatta a nagyvárosokat, ahol helyi broadcast szakemberek ismerkedhettek a Blackmagic Design termékeivel és azok 4K-s szolgáltatásaival. A kocsi lement egészen Törökországig, onnan érkezett Budapestre, ahol két teljes napig állt a hazai szakemberek rendelkezésére, akik élőben láthatták és tapasztalhatták, hogy mit tudnak a Blackmagic termékei.

A Blackmagic Design nem titkolt célja, hogy az eszközeit, kiemelten a 4K broadcast felhasználásra készített termékeket, széles körben promótálja. Ezzel a bemutatóval is az volt a szándék, hogy minél több ember eljöjjön és találkozzon a termékekkel. Az esemény lebonyolításában a cég főbb magyarországi viszonteladói segédkeztek, akik meghívták ügyfeleiket. Szép számmal érkeztek tehát látogatók az ország minden pontjáról.

Mi a tapasztalat, kik érdeklődnek elsősorban a Blackmagic termékek iránt, mennyien voltak itt eddig?

Ha utánaszámolunk, talán hét-nyolc csoport érkezett eddig a bemutatóra, és a vidéki televízióktól is jöttek érdeklődők. A Blackmagic termékeinek vásárlói célcsoportját elsősorban azok a cégek és magánszemélyek alkotják, akik érzékenyek az árra és jó referenciákkal rendelkező, viszonylag minőségi termékeket szeretnének olcsón beszerezni. Ezek elsősorban televíziók, érdeklődő magánemberek vagy kisebb produkciós cégek.

A kamerák iránt milyen az érdeklődés?

A Blackmagic Design kameráinak ára annyira kedvező, hogy egyből felkelti az emberek érdeklődését. Minden látogató szerette volna megfogni, megtekinteni ezeket a kamerákat, amire itt lehetőség is volt. A kocsin kívül bemutatott, állványra szerelt stúdiókamerák még csak HD felbontást támogatnak, de a kocsiban látható már 4K-s kamera is. Nyilván ezek is kedvezőbb áron érhetők el, mint a piacon lévő más márkák – volt is irántuk érdeklődés szépen. A kocsiban található 4K-s Cinema kamera a bemutatón egyébként SSD-tárra rögzít 24-25-30 kép/s sebességgel.

A Blackmagic Studio kamerái ezzel szemben, igaz csak HD felbontásban, 50-60 kép/s sebességgel is tudnak dolgozni. Stúdió célokra szánt kamerákról lévén szó ezeknek nincs belső rögzítési lehetőségük, de a képet az optikai csatlakozójukhoz csatlakozó optikai szálon keresztül akár 40 km távolságra is el tudják juttatni.

A bemutatott kamerák között szerepel még az ugyancsak 4K felbontású Blackmagic Design Production Camera, amelyből létezik6 Gbit/s-os és 12 Gbit/s-os SDI csatlakozóval szerelt változat is.

Mi az, amit a bemutatón láthattunk?

Ahogy említettem, kipróbálható a Blackmagic Studio Camera HD. Ez nagyon jó minőségű, 1920×1200 képpont felbontású keresővel rendelkezik, amely egyrészt a kamera képét mutatja, másrészt pedig a képtartalom elfedése nélkül képes állapotüzeneteket és menüket megjeleníteni. A kamera utasító egységet is tartalmaz, valamint adásjelzést is biztosít, ezen túlmenően pedig szoftveresen távvezérelhető. Eredetileg mikro 4/3-os foglalattal rendelkezik, de átalakítókon keresztül más foglalatú optikával is használható. Valójában tévés produkciókhoz találták ki, referenciabemenetének köszönhetően a 4K-s keverőpulton egyetlen televíziós sor késleltetéssel lehet a különböző kamerák között váltani vagy átúsztatni.

A bemutatón kiállított kamera optikai kapcsolaton keresztül kapcsolódik a hordozható szekrénybe helyezett ATEM Camera Converterhez, a videojel ezen a konverteren keresztül jut el a többi eszközhöz. De haladjunk sorban. A szekrény tetején Full HD felbontású kijelző látható, amely az ATEM 1 M/E Production Studio 4K képosztó kimenetéhez van csatlakoztatva.

A kijelző alatt a szekrényben 4K felbontású jelek fogadására alkalmas SmartScope Duo kapott helyet. Ennek feladata a beérkező jelek monitorozása; összesen 6 monitorozó funkciója között szerepel többek között hullámalak-monitor és PARADE ábrarajzoló.

A szekrényben lefelé haladva a következő eszköz egy 20 x 20-as, 4K felbontású mátrix. A mátrix kis monitorozó képernyőjén megjelenhet a kiválasztott bemenő jel, amelyet a gombok segítségével bármelyik kimenetre delegálhatunk.

A mátrix alatt az SD, HD, Ultra HD és 4K felbontású jelek kezelésére egyaránt alkalmas ATEM 2 M/E Production Studio 4K típusú képkeverő látható. Az eszköz által biztosított 20 bemenet közül a legelső lehet HDMI is. A szokásos program és előnézeti (preview) kimeneteken felül a képkeverő 2 darab képosztó kimenettel is rendelkezik, valamint 6 aux kimenet is található rajta. E 6 kimenet bármelyikére egyetlen gombnyomással ráválasztható bármelyik be- vagy kimenet, de ráválasztható a beépített két médialejátszó által szolgáltatott jel is. A médialejátszók a csatornaarculathoz tartozó elemek lejátszására szolgálnak: 32 darab teljes felbontású, alfa csatornát is tartalmazó állóképen felül hangot tartalmazó klipet is le tudnak játszani. A klip hossza 720p HD felbontás esetén 1600 kép lehet.

A szekrény következő eszköze  a korábban már említett ATEM Studio Converter. Ez fogadja a kamera felől érkező optikai jelet és alakítja át azt SDI jellé. Ez az SDI jel jut aztán el a többi említett eszközhöz. Ezen túlmenően a konverter segítségével az audiojelek is kicsatolhatók és eljuttathatók az hangkeverést végző hangpulthoz.

Végül a rögzítő rész következik, amelyet 3 darab HyperDeck Studio Pro alkot. A HyperDeck Studio Pro szintén képes a 4K felbontást kezelni, feladata pedig a hozzá csatlakoztatott SSD-meghajtóra rögzíteni a beérkező képet és az azt kísérő legfeljebb 16 hangcsatornát.

Az Blackmagic Design 4K-s közvetítő kocsijának személyzete Angliában készült fel a nagy útra. A kocsiba tulajdonképpen minden olyan egységet beszereltek, amely a Blackmagic Desing palettáján megtalálható és a 4K-s munkafolyamatokat támogatja. A bemutatási szándék látszik a belső kialakításon is, ugyanis az eszközök beépítése hátoldalukkal kifelé történt, így látszanak a ki- és bemenetek.

Úgy látom, hogy ami a Blackmagic Designnál 4K-s, abból szinte minden eszköz itt van…

Valóban, gyakorlatilag a teljes repertoár itt van, köztük a négy kamera által nagy távolságból küldött jel fogadására alkalmas ATEM Studio Converter, a Videohub Smart Control, a Master Control és a Smart Videohub UHD router. Ezek mindegyike szekrénybe építhető.

Szintén itt van az UltraStudio 4K, amit a videós célra jelenleg használt legjobb képességű felületen, Thunderbolt porton keresztül lehet számítógéphez csatlakoztatni, és amely a 4K felbontás mellett az Ultra HD felbontást is támogatja. Mellette itt van az Audio Monitor Dolby dekódolással, szinte hihetetlen, 1 RU méretben, meglepően jó hangminőséggel.

A bemutató céloknak megfelelően a közvetítő kocsi két képkeverővel is rendelkezik. Az ATEM 1 M/E Production Studio 4K 10 bemenetű eszköz, a szokásos kimenetek mellett 3 darab aux port és képosztó kimenet is található rajta. Az ATEM 2 M/E Production Studio 4K – a nagyobb testvér – bemeneteinek száma 20, érdekessége pedig a „super source” funkció, amely DVE nélkül képes 4 tetszőlegesen átméretezett bemenetet összekomponálni és megjeleníteni.

És végül itt van a Da Vinci kezelőpanel, ami Hollywood első számú színkorrekciós rendszere. A DaVinci Resolve egyébiránt egyre elterjedtebb a világon; az utómunkáknál nyújt komoly segítséget.

A Blackmagic Design 4K-s közvetítő kocsija összességében nagyon látványos és technikailag magas színvonalú bemutató programmal állt meg két napra Budapesten.

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Új Sony kamerák – Dénes Zoltán a Rexfilmnél!

Hatfaludi József ( Sony Europe ) megnyitó szavait figyelemmel hallgatja a közönség…

Hatfaludi József (Sony) bevezetője után Dénes Zoltán vette át a szót, és felvázolta előadásának pontjait, amelyben bemutatta az új XAVC formátumot, és elmagyarázta annak előnyeit a többi ismert rögzítési lehetőségekkel való összehasonlításban.

Dénes Zoltán az előadás résztvevőinek kérdéseire válaszol.

Előadásában beszélt a Sony PXW-X70 es új jövevényről, ami egy 1″ -es a sokoldalú kamera Super 16mm -nél kicsivel jobb felbontással és Carl Zeiss F 2.8- F 4.5 optikával rendelkezik továbbá 4K (ready) EXMOR képfeldolgozója van, és változtatható pixel számmal tud rögzíteni, többek között HD 4:2:2  / 10 Bit tömörítéssel rögzít, és rendkívül jól használható OLED keresővel is rendelkezik.

A Sony PXW-X70 4K-t is támogató XAVC kodekkel dolgozik, ilyenkor MXF fájlok készülnek MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 tömörítés szerint. Súlyát tekintve alig 1.4 kg tömegű az eszköz .

Dénes Zoltán előadásának második témája a Sony PXW-X160 / X180 kamerák voltak, melyek 3×1/3 ” EXMOR CMOS / 2.7 Mpixel képfeldolgozással működnek, F 3.7-es objektívjük nem cserélhető, XQD / SD memóriakártya foglalatuk és hasonlóan az előbbi kamerához, OLED keresőjük van.  Míg az X180 WIFI kapcsolatra képes, az X160 -as nem rendelkezik ezzel  a tulajdonsággal.

Dénes Zoltán kedvencének nevezte a fő témaként bejelentett Sony PXW-FS7 kamerát,

amit egyenesen gyönyörűnek nevezett.

A kamera Super 35 -ös felbontást tud, Magnézium gépváza 33% -al könnyebb, mint az alumínium, és egy speciális fogókart készítettek hozzá, ami nagyon használható, ergonomikus, és nagyban segít az operatőrnek felvétel közben kitámasztani a kamerát. Sony PXW-FS7 –nek beépített ND szűrője van, MPEG4, HD422-ben és XAVC –ben rögzít. Tárolókapacitása is „rendezett” két XQD kártyafoglalattal rendelkezik.

A kamera kézről, kézre vándorolt, mindenki bele akart nézni…

Mindkét 4K-ás felbontásban tud rögzíteni, így a Mozis 4K (4096x 2160) illetve a TV -és 4k (3840 x 2160) felbontást is tudja. Képkiolvasása 2K -nál 240 kocka/mp, és a kamera minden objektív adaptert képes fogadni, ugyanakkor Dénes Zoltán kiemelten beszélt  az LA-EA4 típusú adapterről, aminek alkalmazásával  a kamerához minden SONY objektív  használható!

Nem fordítottak rá kiemelt hangsúlyt, de megemlítésre került a Sony új foto kamerájának a Sony 7R –nek  jelentősége és alkalmazása, akár a videózás területén is.

ODA –  OPTICAL DISC ARCHIVE

Az előadás záró témája az adattárolásról szólt, annak különböző lehetőségeiről, melynek során Dénes Zoli bemutatta a Sony új, ODA elnevezésű diszkes tároló rendszerét, ami 1 Terra kapacitású lemezeket kezel, rendszerbe állítva pedig akár több száz Terrabyte tárolását tudja biztosítani a felhasználóknak. ( – sr – )

További információk:

www.sony.hu

www.rexfilm.hu

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IBC 2014 – Lawo mc²36 RAVENNA – World premiere!

Lawo mc²36 RAVENNA 

World premiere for the Lawo mc²36: Lawo has chosen this year’s IBC as the launch platform for the mc²36 audio console – an all-in-one mixing desk, with a comprehensive feature set that covers broadcast, theater, house of worship, live and install applications. Along with uncompromised sound quality and Lawo-grade mic preamps, it offers unprecedented value for money.

The compact size of the console belies its power. A powerful DSP micro-core with internal 512×512 port audio matrix, and integrated I/O make it ideally suited to permanent installations with limited space, as well as to rental companies looking to optimize transportation. As it is natively equipped with RAVENNA/AES67 technology, the mc²36 integrates seamlessly into IP infrastructures. And for operational security, the console not only has redundant power-supplies but also DSP redundancy.

The Lawo mc²36 was designed as a truly “universal” console, with its focus on ease-of-use. The console geometry combines with tightly integrated displays and controls to meet the demands of a variety of applications. Its 21.5-inch full HD touchscreens work with touch-sensitive color-illuminated rotary encoders to provide intuitive operation – e.g. the dynamics window will automatically pop-up when touching the dynamics encoders, and after adjusting the parameters the auto-close function will close the window without additional user action to restore the full overview.

In terms of connectivity, the console’s interfaces include 32 mic/line inputs, 32 line outputs, eight digital AES3 inputs, eight digital AES3 outputs, eight GPIO ports, one MADI (SFP) port, three RAVENNA/AES67 channels, and a headphone jack. In addition to the onboard I/O, a MADI tie-line connection and three RAVENNA/AES67 Audio-over-IP ports provide future-proof connectivity for up to 384 external inputs and outputs, offering a total capacity of 496 physical inputs and outputs.

And if plenty is not enough, the mc² Compact I/O is a convenient and cost-efficient way to expand the mc2 36’s connectivity and to provide a distant stagebox solution in addition to the On-board I/O. Connected via CAT5 or fiber (optional), the ruggedized 5RU stagebox provides 32 Mic/Line inputs, 32 Line outputs, 8 digital AES3 inputs, 8 digital AES3 outputs, 8 GPIO and a MADI (SFP) port. The mc² 36 allows for connecting up to three mc² Compact I/O. The mc²36 is also fully prepared for intelligent networking with other mc²36/mc²56/mc²66 consoles, and can be operated in combination with Lawo Nova audio routers, giving instant access to thousands of audio channels. Lawo mc² consoles provide intelligent mechanisms (including user-rights management) to allow input sharing between consoles. Even though the mc²36 is ready-to-go on delivery, it is not limited to a fixed configuration. Any aspect of the console can be adapted to meet specific users’ needs. All production data can be saved on a USB stick and transferred to another console – a facility that is particularly valuable in rental applications.

Alongside the mc²36’s onboard Loudness Metering, which was originally requested for broadcast applications, Lawo has developed loudness metering into a tool that is useful in live, theater and house of worship applications. The feature provides full loudness control in accordance with ITU 1770 (EBU/R128 or ATSC/A85) and features peak and loudness metering either separately or in combination. Lawo Loudness Metering can also measure individual channels for fast and convenient “visual” mixing, e.g. of background singers or multi-microphone setups for brass sections, strings and choirs.

Further functionality includes Listen Sense (for offline modification of channel parameters like EQ or dynamics with pre-listen of settings before switching them online); Audio-follow-Video (allowing automated fades from one camera to another with associated audio channels); Upmix/Downmix (from stereo to surround and back); Automix (automatic adjustment of the Ievels of active and inactive microphones, while maintaining a constant ambient level); Remote Desktop (for seamless integration of multiple external PCs with third-party solutions into the console’s user interface); mxGUI (allowing complete offline configuration and advance show preparation); full channel strip customization (allowing users to arrange the order of all DSP modules, including channel direct outputs, meter point, fader and aux sends); and Reveal (automatic input sorting of VCAs).

Welcome to the “all-in-one-console” – the Lawo mc²36.

Lawo AG

Lawo designs and manufactures pioneering audio and video technology for TV and radio broadcast production, post-production, as well as live performance and theatrical applications. Products include digital audio mixing consoles, routers, video processing tools as well as IP-based video and audio transport solutions. All products are developed and manufactured according to highest quality standards at the company’s headquarters in the Rhine valley town of Rastatt, Germany. For additional information, please visit the company online at

www.lawo.com. 

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CueScript – New EMC Monitor Displays at IBC 2014

AMSTERDAM, 11 SEPTEMBER, 2014 IBC

   CueScript, a provider of creative prompting solutions with feature-rich designs for all broadcast production needs, is proud to introduce its education, middle market and corporate (EMC) line of prompter displays at this year’s IBC show (Hall 11, Stand A57). The new 15” and 17” models will be on display alongside CueScript’s entire range of software, prompting displays and accessories.  

New Models Designed For Education, Middle Market and Corporate Applications

CueScript’s latest offerings are aimed at productions that do not require the high level of features associated with the company’s CSM range of monitors. The 15” and 17” EMC prompter displays will be available with lightweight mounting options for all fluid heads. The EMC’s robust, sleek design and ease of mounting, compliments the complete range of CueScript’s prompter displays. While the EMC’s do not feature the same high-level specifications as CueScript’s CSM range, the displays do not hold back in display clarity. User menus and clear operation for the user has been key to the design and functionality of the line. Finally, all EMC prompter monitors meet the following requirements: CE, TUV, FCC, C-Tick, PSE, RoHs.

About CueScript

Launched in 2014 by industry veterans Michael Accardi, Peter Carey and Brian Larter, CueScript provides creative teleprompting hardware and software solutions, with innovative feature-rich designs for all broadcast production needs. The company’s top priority is to provide exceptional experiences to customers and users with its products and services, all of which are based on the vast industry experience of its founders and its close relationships with distributors, vendors and OEM partners. Backed by the company’s unique approach to prompting, CueScript’s top priority is to meet and exceed the expectations of its customers and users from the beginning, as they work together to build successful longstanding relationships. 

PR Contact:

Lauren De Bellis

D. Pagan Communications, Inc.

1-631-659-2309

E-mail: laurend@dpagan.com

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