Applied Technology: Complex OTT Monitoring Simplified December 15^th 2017 - 11:00 AM

Television broadcasting has become more complex with the advent of OTT services. Playout is no longer the final point of quality control. CDN edge points, targeted ad-insertion, multi-language support, and event based channels require the expert scrutiny of broadcast engineers.

How to Choose the Right Display December 14^th 2017 - 09:00 AM

Changes in the broadcast industry are bringing far-reaching repercussions. In particular, studios, control rooms and production houses alike are all seeking ways to streamline processes, adapt workflows and work in a faster and more intuitive way. This has given rise to a number of trends across the industry. But should…

AES70 - The Future of Audio Control, Part 1 December 11^th 2017 - 01:50 PM

Having spent much time and energy exploring AES67 (see our recent 3-part series, “Your practical guide to AES67, Parts 1-3”), we’d now like to turn our attention to AES70 – what is it, how does it relate to AES67 and why do we need it?

Broadcast For IT - Part 1 - Introduction December 11^th 2017 - 11:00 AM

In this series of articles, we will explain broadcasting for IT engineers. Television is an illusion, there are no moving pictures and todays broadcast formats are heavily dependent on the decisions engineers made in the 1930’s and 1940’s. Understanding broadcast video and audio is a lesson in history and backwards com…

DPP - The Live Explosion December 8^th 2017 - 09:00 AM

Away from traditional broadcasting a revolution is happening. Live internet streaming is taking the world by storm with unprecedented viewing figures and improved accessibility for brands looking to reach better targeted audiences. The Live Explosion, hosted by the DPP in London and enabled by Dropbox, presented three live streaming experts…

Analysis and Monitoring of IP Video Networks to Ensure High QoS December 4^th 2017 - 09:00 AM

Migration towards ST 2110 and ST 2022-6 video networks for production and content delivery is picking up pace as the advantages of IP versus traditional SDI over coaxial cable carriage become more evident. The key drivers of IP include the introduction of more flexible and scalable business models based on virtualization…

Applied Technology: Coaxial Cable Improvements for 4K Transport November 29^th 2017 - 01:00 PM

As higher resolutions become the “norm” in television production and broadcasting, improvements in coaxial cables and associated connectors to enhance performance in the 12G operating range provides a more practical solution for 4K transport.

H.264 Versus HEVC: Understanding the Differences November 28^th 2017 - 09:00 AM

4K imagery has become the quality standard for many broadcast applications. A key requirement is that the transmission links be of sufficient bandwidth. Links using H.264 can be overwhelmed by the much higher bandwidth requirements of 4K video. HEVC is often the better solution. How does it work and what…

Viewpoint: Content Overload: Ensuring Your Programmes Stand Out Amidst the Noise November 27^th 2017 - 11:00 AM

Last year, more than 400 original series hit the small screen. With no signs of slowing; predictions suggest 2017 could beat records, with over 500 programmes launched. It’s now possible for companies to make video easily accessible online and with the widespread adoption of Video on Demand (VOD) the content floodgates have o…

The Perils of a Software-Centric Facility November 27^th 2017 - 09:00 AM

Broadcasters have historically not had to endure regular large-scale technology transitions. Sure, the industry moved from B/W to color, analog to digital, and SD to HD. But the upcoming move from the familiar and comfortable SDI technology to an IP-centric facility has many technical managers apprehensive. It is time…