Qligent to Debut As-Run Feature for Vision Monitoring and Analysis Platform at IBC2018 August 17^th 2018 - 01:00 PM

Qligent will provide an As-Run report focused on verifying vital events in distribution streams, helping broadcasters protect against revenue loss.

Field Report: Stirlitz Media Logging Software Solution at BBC Scotland August 16^th 2018 - 04:00 PM

Stirlitz Media’s media logging software as been installed for use across the broadcaster’s three HD channels: BBC One Scotland, BBC Two Scotland and Gaelic-language service BBC ALBA.

DekTec Adds OTT Stream Analysis to StreamXpert August 16^th 2018 - 03:00 PM

Dektec’s StreamXpert real-time transport-stream analyser gains an new feature with the latest release, version 2.3. The MPEG-2 analyzer now includes OTT analysis. OTT streaming is rapidly establishing itself as a mainstream way to reach large audiences, with higher requirements for content availability and quality as a result. It is in t

Essential Guide: Video Over IP - Making It Work August 16^th 2018 - 11:00 AM

Low latency networks and non-blocking switches are terms now appearing in mainstream broadcasting. But what do they mean? Why are they relevant? And how do we make Video over IP work?

Vizrt Expands its IP Offerings with Four new Software Upgrades. August 7^th 2018 - 01:00 PM

Vizrt is expanding its gallery of software solutions with new versions that will keep it on the forefront of IP production.

Video Over IP - Making It Work - Part 3 August 2^nd 2018 - 11:00 AM

Point to point connections dedicated to delivering video and audio signals have dominated the broadcast industry since the 1930’s. But migrating to IP is compelling engineers to think differently about packetized signal distribution. In this article we investigate the potential sources of congestion and the effects of buffering.

Articles You May Have Missed – August 1, 2018 August 1^st 2018 - 08:00 AM

Learning from others is wise advice and in this case, it means studying the design-builds of other broadcast and production facilities. That way you learn from their expertise and potentially avoid any mistakes in your facility

Video Over IP - Making It Work - Part 2 July 19^th 2018 - 11:00 AM

Timing is the most fundamental aspect of broadcast television. From the early days of tube cameras, to modern OLED displays, timing continues to play a crucial role for maintaining an optimal viewer experience. Picture stutter and breakup are just a few of the symptoms of synchronization and timing errors.

Navigating the Many Layers of the ATSC 3.0 Ecosystem: Part 2 July 19^th 2018 - 09:00 AM

Part One of this two-part series explored the various layers and protocols of ATSC 3.0 that broadcasters must understand to take full advantage of the opportunities available through the technology. This second and final installment explores best practices for signal verification and compliance across the ATSC 3.0 ecosystem.

Video Over IP - Making It Work - Part 1 July 6^th 2018 - 11:00 AM

For the first time in the history of live television we can now abstract away the video, audio, and metadata streams from the underlying hardware. This innovation presents unprecedented opportunities empowering broadcasters to deliver flexibility, scalability, and highly efficient workflows.

Field Report: Phabrix and Leader T&M Solutions Deployed for FIFA World Cup 4K Coverage July 4^th 2018 - 11:00 AM

A total of 28 games will be covered in 4K, up to and including the final on July 15. UHD transmissions are being carried by a number of broadcasters and telco providers on dedicated 4K feeds as well as via satellite.

Navigating the Many Layers of the ATSC 3.0 Ecosystem: Part 1 June 28^th 2018 - 09:00 AM

ATSC 3.0 is slowly rolling out in the form of actual on-air tests at multiple sites. This type of launch provides engineers the perfect opportunity to use the time to better understand this complex technology before equipment purchase decisions must be made. This primer peels back the multiple layers of ATSC 3.0

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