Cobalt Digital Develops SDR-HDR Conversion Technology December 10^th 2018 - 01:00 PM

Cobalt Digital has developed a new solution for converting HD and 4K standard dynamic range content to high dynamic range (HDR) for enhancing live sports and other broadcast productions.

OB Signal Routing & Distribution - A New Way Of Thinking December 6^th 2018 - 01:00 PM

This Case Study describes how AMP VISUAL TV using Riedel’s MediorNet achieved their objectives. It looks at the design considerations and advantages of using a decentralized routing system as well as the savings that were made in infrastructure cabling cost and weight.

Homebrew Films Installs UHD Studio with Blackmagic November 29^th 2018 - 01:00 PM

South Africa based Homebrew Films has completed an upgrade of their facility to UHD/4K that relies on broadcast infrastructure products from Blackmagic Design, including the Ursa Broadcast and Atem 4 M/E Broadcast Studio 4K. Based at Atlantic Studios in Cape Town, Homebrew Films delivers a huge variety of programming,

AJA Enhances Mini Converters With UltraHD Support And Is Now Shipping Kona 5 Card November 29^th 2018 - 09:00 AM

AJA Video Systems has released v1.1 firmware for its IPR-10G-HDMI Mini-Converter, which enables signal conversion from SMPTE ST 2110 IP video/audio to HDMI. Available as a free download, the update adds support for UltraHD up to 30p and integrates new improvements for discovery, registration and control.

The Challenges Of Sending IP Video Over A WAN November 27^th 2018 - 11:00 AM

With the proliferation of Ethernet networks and computers in the video world, many media companies are replacing traditional dedicated video links like satellite and microwave with Ethernet-based infrastructures. This is being done for internal contribution applications as well as for delivering content directly to the consumer.

Data: Sampling Principles - Part 1 November 26^th 2018 - 11:00 AM

There is practically no aspect of broadcasting today that is not dependent on digital technology. Videography, post production, scheduling, presentation, delivery and conditional access are all digitally controlled. The whole edifice rests on the ability to reliably store and transmit data. John Watkinson argues that this enabling technology should not

Confusion Still Reigns Over USB-C/Thunderbolt Cables November 22^nd 2018 - 08:00 AM

It is hard to believe the vast amount of confusion that continues over cables with USB-C/Thunderbolt connectors. These cables may be the future of computing, but right now they are a big, sloppy confusing mess. The problem is cables that handle USB-C, Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 all have the same

Embrionix Unveils New IP-to-HDMI 2.0 Gateway November 21^st 2018 - 11:00 AM

Embrionix Design has introduced a new IP-to-HDMI 2.0 gateway that simplifies 4K/UHD IP production monitoring workflows with universal support for all 4K/UHD signal formats and resolutions up to 4K/UHD 60Hz (with hitless redundancy).

Studio Technologies Offers Dante Bridge For LAN Interconnectivity November 19^th 2018 - 12:05 PM

Studio Technologies introduced its new Model 48D Dante Bridge, which offers an easy way to send and receive audio signals between two independent local area networks (LANs). The unit addresses the audio performance, ease-of-use, and network security requirements of both permanent and mobile applications.

FOR-A Joins With InSync Technology To Market “8K-Supporting” Products November 19^th 2018 - 11:00 AM

FOR-A Corp. continues to deliver video processing products to support the emerging 8K format. At InterBEE 2018 the company will unveil a series of “8K-supporting” products including an 8K up/down converter, and two different multiviewers.

Proficiency In Both SDI And IP Technologies Is Critical To Today’s Media Business Success November 8^th 2018 - 11:00 AM

Since the company’s founding in 1993, Media Links, based in Kanagawa, Japan, has delivered carrier-class contribution media transport solutions that adhere to recognized broadcast television standards and expectations. These solutions utilize Ethernet/IP packet transport and switching and have been deployed in many of the world’s most high profile spo

New 17-inch Production Monitor From Marshall Electronics November 7^th 2018 - 11:00 AM

Marshall Electronics continues to expand its range of production monitors with the introduction of a new 17.3-inch version that includes internal HDMI/HDSDI signal conversion.

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