Rohde & Schwarz just demo’ed a new version of the DCI and IMF mastering product CLIPSTER. Version 6.6 offers new software features and hardware configurations. It processes images in realtime up to 4K 120p and offers a broad range of professional media file formats. Thanks to baseband SDI and integrated tools, R&S CLIPSTER can also be used in various […]

Christie continues to expand its comprehensive mainstream projector lineup with the new 1DLP Christie DHD635-GS and Christie DWU635-GS laser phosphor models featuring embedded warping and blending technology, dynamic contrast, 360-degree orientation, and both portrait and landscape mode. Both models are aimed at a wide range of applications including corporate boardrooms and meeting rooms, classrooms, lecture halls, houses of worship, hotel conference rooms, museums, […]

Optoma today launched a followup model to its ZU650 and ZU650+ projectors with the Optoma ProScene ZU660. The Optoma ZU660 features four corner adjustments, better color matching integration and compatibility with Optoma’s BX-CTA16 and BX-CTADOME lenses. The Optoma ProScene ZU660 is WUXGA laser phosphor projector (1920×1200) designed for museums, boardrooms, houses of worship and smaller entertainment venues. With 6,000 […]

Vivitek just introduced the DLP-based DU6693Z laser projector — a 7000-lumen, WUXGA (1920×1200) resolution single-chip DLP projectors that is spec’d to have a 10,000:1 contrast ratio. The DU6693Z includes a motorized lens with both horizontal and vertical shift (with 10 memory positions and four corner correction and keystone correction), eight optional lenses that range from a 0.38:1 to 8.26:1 throw ratio and […]

Blackmagic Design today announced Blackmagic Mini Converter Optical Fiber 12G, a new bi directional SDI to optical fiber converter that lets customers extend SDI connections up to 10 miles away for US$155. Blackmagic Mini Converter Optical Fiber 12G is a compact converter that extends SDI connections over distances by converting SDI to optical fiber and optical fiber to SDI […]

Focusrite is debuting its Red 16Line audio interface supporting 64-in/64-out Pro Tools | HD and dual Thunderbolt 3 ports. With its Dante and analog connectivity, Red 16Line interfaces with your live sound or production console to capture multichannel audio broadcasts into Pro Tools or other native audio DAWs. The Red 16Line features ultra-low latency A-D/D-A conversion for 16 line level ins and […]

Roland Professional A/V is now shipping the XS-62S, an integrated six-channel video switcher and audio mixer with PTZ camera control capabilities designed for installed or portable live event, recording, broadcast and streaming productions. The XS-62S dis in a 1RU form factor and can be operated by a single user or remotely from a Mac or PC or programmable interface. […]

Extron has a new smaller video wall processor in the form of the Quantum Ultra 305, a 3U, 5-slot card frame that supports any combination of Quantum Ultra input and output cards. The Quantum Ultra 305 features a high-speed video bus with the same Extron HyperLane technology and real-time performance as the 6U, 10-slot Quantum Ultra 610. A single […]

Epson today announced the ELPLX02 Ultra Short-Throw Lens for 12K lumen and higher Pro L1000-Series laser large venue projectors. With a 0.35 throw ratio, negative offset and extensive lens shift range, the ELPLX02 facilitates easy installation and positioning flexibility. The new ELPLX02 lens joins the ELPLX01 to provide an ultra short-throw lens solution for the entire line of Pro L1000-Series […]

JVC Professional Video today announced two new series of studio LCD monitors for 4K workflows. Available in two models, the DT‑U series provides native 4K resolution with 10-bit color depth and HDR compatibility. Dubbed the DT‑G series, all of them handle 4K and 2K sources. The 28-inch DT-U28U and 31.5-inch DT-U31U feature native 4K LCD panels with 3840×2160 resolution, […]

Audio-Technica is now offering the ATW-T6002x Handheld Transmitter for the 6000 Series High Density Wireless System — a spectrum-efficient solution that allows 31 channels in 4 MHz of bandwidth. The ATW-T6002x handheld transmitter offers low handling noise and features a metal construction body, high-visibility OLED screen, soft-touch controls and switchable RF power (2 mW/10 mW/50 mW). Its industry-standard thread mount […]

  Atomos just launched the Ninja V, a new compact 5.2″ 1000nit high bright HDR monitor/recorder that weighs just over 11 ounces (320 grams) and is designed for mirrorless cameras, DSLRs and gaming. The near edge-to-edge high bright 5.2 inch screen has a 1000nits of output coupled with an anti-reflection finish. And, Ninja V includes histogram, false color, peaking, movable 1:1 […]

NewTek today announced LiveGraphics, an entirely new approach to the creation of real-time motion graphics that does not require a proprietary hardware graphics engine. With NewTek LiveGraphics, content authored in Adobe Photoshop CC and Adobe After Effects CC is available for live output from TriCaster TC1 and NewTek IP Series with fully replaceable text and images that can […]

Blackmagic Design today introduced Blackmagic Micro Converter BiDirectional SDI/HDMI, a pocket-size, broadcast quality video converter that simultaneously converts SDI to HDMI and HDMI to SDI in all SD and HD formats up to 1080p60 for $65. The Blackmagic Micro Converter BiDirectional SDI/HDMI converts signals between professional SDI broadcast equipment and HDMI sources such as computers, projectors and big screen […]

Zoom North America now offers its new F1-SP Field Recorder + Shotgun Mic system, which comes with the F1 Field Recorder and the SGH-6 shotgun mic. The recorder and mic system mounts to DSLR cameras with a hot shoe. The Zoom F1 Field Recorder + Shotgun Mic bundles the F1 Field Recorder with the SGH-6 Shotgun Mic […]

JVC Professional Video today announced three new additions to its family of 4KCAM cameras. Among other new features, the new GY-HM250U offers integrated graphics and live streaming, while the GY-HM250SP adds sports-specific score overlays. Also new, the GY-HM180U sets a new benchmark for professional compact cameras without built-in streaming or graphics. Designed for enhanced single-camera production, the GY-HM250U offers lower-third and full-screen […]

Roland Professional A/V has released the new version 1.1 firmware and software updates for the Roland V-60HD HD Video Switcher, an integrated video switcher and audio mixer. The new updates introduce support for Roland’s RCS Remote Control Software, add Auto Scan automated video switching and add panel information commands to the already available RS232 control for use with connected […]

MultiDyne Fiber Optic Solutions just debuted the SilverBack V, a 12G and 4K-capable camera-back system featuring an IP output. What makes the SilverBack V different is its 12G transport and conversion capabilities. The same base station can support two camera heads simultaneously and has a built-in multiviewer that provides live monitoring for both camera feeds, along with optional audio monitoring. The SilverBack V also integrates expansion slots to support external I/O connections with […]

Cobalt Digital today introduced its 9904-UDX-4K-IP next-generation advanced scaler and frame synchronizer for the openGear platform. The new offering from Cobalt simplifies the upgrade of HD and UHD systems, enables ongoing use of existing content libraries, and provides features such as professional Technicolor HDR Intelligent Tone Management (ITM) for production and ATSC 3.0 broadcasting applications. Using the 9904-UDX-4K-IP with HDR […]

Panasonic’s AU-EVA1 is a great Super35 cine camera with low light capabilities. Now users will be able to unlock the true potential of this amazing camera and its low noise sensor by combining it with the Atomos Shogun Inferno HDR monitor/recorder, thanks to the release of Panasonic’s free RAW output upgrade. Users will soon be able to capture 5.7K […]

Adder Technology just debuted an IP-based KVM (keyboard, video and mouse) transmitter – the ADDERLink INFINITY 100T (ALIF100T). The ALIF100T is aimed at broadcast operations, control rooms, command and control centers and IT management. The ALIF100T USB-powered KVM transmitter is part of the ADDERLink Infinity solution. It can be plugged into the back of any computer like a dongle. The ALIF100T uses only […]

Gefen is now shipping six new models from their Gen 2.0 AV-over-IP product line including the DVI KVM, VGA KVM and audio-only input and output formats. The Gen 2.0 KVM line claims 4K Ultra HD with HDR support, built-in scalers, video-wall control, independent USB, RS232, IR, audio routing and backward-compatibility with first-generation products. The new Gefen AV-over-IP line-up […]

Zixi claims hitless failover capabilities, which include a patent-pending, DNA-like resequencing algorithm in the latest version of the Zixi Platform. These new features allow hitless failover between non-uniquely identified multi-path streams from multiple contribution points, which can prevent missing and out of sequence packets and jitter.  Zixi currently supports SMPTE protocol 2022-7, which is a working industry standard for Real-time Transport […]

TASCAM’s DA-6400 Multitrack Digital Recorder has been given a powerful new upgrade, with the new Version 2.0 firmware update adding a host of new functions and enhancements. In addition to a variety of performance and functionality improvements, the new Version 2.0 update incorporates two new features: Theater Play mode and playlist support. The new Theater Play function […]

Marshall Electronics just debuted a new high-definition PTZ camera, the Marshall CV620-WH2/BK2. Built on a 2-megapixel, 1/2.8-inch sensor, the Marshall CV620 delivers 1920×1080 video and can be controlled remotely via RS232 over Ethernet cable or RS422 over twisted pair. It uses common protocols to make it compatible with most integrated control systems.  The Marshall CV620 has multiple […]

Epson today announced LightScene — a new category of accent lighting laser projectors for digital art and signage. LightScene is designed to simultaneously illuminate and project dynamic content on virtually any surface or material to engage audiences and provide an immersive experience for commercial signage applications in markets such as retail, hospitality, showrooms and museums. With two models available in […]

VNS has unveiled a new series DCi/UHD 60fps 4 CH-8 CH video wall controllers. Three models in G400 series incorporate HDMI 2.0 input and HDMI 2.0 loop-through port for daisy chain connection with HDCP 2.2 as well as synchronized FHD outputs. Each output has independent color adjustment, image 90 / 180 / 270 rotation, scaling and cropping for irregular […]

FOR-A has announced that it will introduce a new 12G-SDI/IP multi-channel video server next month. The MBP-1000VS is designed for 4K editing environments, offering multi-input/output 4K and HD support and ingest, playout and 4K recording functionality. With the new FOR-A video server, users can choose from four SSD capacities with maximum 9.6TB to meet their system needs, and can add an LTO option […]

Hitachi’s two newest projectors are both 1080p native resolution laser projectors aimed at house of worship facilities. Hitachi’s LP-WU6500 and LP-WU9100B both have HDBaseT and HDMI inputs, are single-chip DLP and offer brightness specs of 5,000 and 10,000 lumens, respectively. With 20,000 hours of maintenance-free operation, laser projectors are good for house of worship facilities because […]

Last month, we talked about AVaaS, (Audio Visual as a Service) and how it relates to the future of the rental and staging segment of our industry. My basic premise was that the current wave of cloud-based digital offerings has distorted our definition of the word “service,” much as social media has distorted our definition […]

Waves Audio has now integrated Waves MultiRack and Waves plugins in the KN-DSP100 Kramer Network Server from Kramer Electronics. Waves MultiRack is a software host used by FOH and monitor engineers to run multiple simultaneous instances of the same plugins used in recording studios and mixing rooms the world over. The Kramer Network Server, with Kramer Network and DSP functionality for large-scale audio […]

Hitachi Kokusai Electric America today announced the CU-HD1300F-S1 HDTV camera control unit with 4K, 12G-SDI output. The company also announced an optional firmware upgrade for its SK-UHD4000 4K Ultra HD camera system to enhance simultaneous HDR and Standard Dynamic Range (SDR) acquisition. New optional 12Gbps SDI output capabilities for the accompanying CU-HD4000 CCU have also been added to its existing quad-link SDI interface. The new CU-HD1300F-S1 builds on the rich feature set […]