ENCO debuted the enCaption Sierra, the next generation of ENCO’s enCaption solution for automated conversion and delivery of captions in broadcast and AV environments. enCaption Sierra brings ENCO’s automated captioning technology together with an SDI captioning encoder to create an all-in-one solution for on-prem environments and containerized deployment options for cloud. enCaption Sierra can be […]

  On the latest episode of rAVe [TV], Megan A. Dutta joins the show to announce the winners of LAVNCH [CODE]’s annual Out of This World Experience Awards. This is a cool award because it goes to installations rather than products. Check this out to see Megan talk about why each install won an award. […]

In this Steph Takeover episode of Rants & rAVes, I sat down with Chris Wildfoerster, business development manager at Axis Communications. The company is headed to ISC West, the largest security trade show in the U.S. While this show and its audience look a lot different than those at ISE and InfoComm, security is only […]

Atomos and EditShare have announced a collaboration that will enable MediaSilo access directly from Atomos Cloud Studio — integrating Atomos’ pioneering connected range of camera mounted monitor-recorders, which can be attached to virtually any HDMI or SDI camera source. Atomos says Camera to Cloud workflows accelerate the creative process. By shrinking the capture-to-edit time frame, […]

The SDVoE Alliance announced Lindy Electronics has joined the SDVoE Alliance as an adopting member. Lindy Electronics, a provider of computer accessories, professional audiovisual equipment and cables, has joined the SDVoE Alliance as an adopting member. The SDVoE Alliance is a nonprofit consortium of technology providers collaborating to standardize the adoption of Ethernet to transport […]

InfoComm 2024 Attendees: You asked for it, so he’s doing it. rAVe founder, Gary Kayye, will be delivering the “The Future of Workspaces is All About Experiences” educational session DURING InfoComm in Las Vegas on TUESDAY, June 11th @ 1p.m. — THIS WILL SELL OUT — so, sign up NOW! Register here. Here’s more information […]

NDI announced the release of NDI 6, which the company says is a key update set to significantly impact broadcasting and content creation. NDI 6 introduces native HDR support and expands WAN connectivity for hardware, addressing critical industry requirements and pushing the boundaries of visual quality and remote workflows. “The highly anticipated NDI 6 introduces […]

For consumer and commercial devices, Bluetooth® is the most widely installed technology with location determining capabilities. Channel Sounding, soon to be introduced, will significantly improve the accuracy of real-time location services for determining position using Bluetooth® to an accuracy of 50 cm or better. In addition to improved location accuracy, Channel Sounding is expected to […]

WASHINGTON — March 26, 2024 — #GALSNGEAR®, a movement to bring parity to women in media and entertainment, announced its lineup of activities at the 2024 NAB Show, April 13-17, in Las Vegas. #GALSNGEAR will co-host a variety of networking and educational sessions to boost technical skills, opportunities, and fellowship for women in the industry. As […]

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, March 5, 2024 — NSCA, the leading not-for-profit association representing the commercial integration industry, presented Ingolf de Jong with the 2024 Per Haugen Lifetime Achievement Award at the 26th annual Business & Leadership Conference (BLC), held Feb. 27-29, 2024, in Irving, TX. de Jong has worked in the industry for more than 40 years and […]

Stratford, CT – March 25, 2024 – CueScript, the leading developer of professional teleprompting solutions, is poised to transform the prompting experience with a line-up comprised of world firsts, upgrades, and enhancements to be shown at NAB 2024. The company, celebrating its 10th anniversary at the show, is bringing a mix of studio-based solutions and products designed […]

MOUNT MAUNGANUI, NZ, MARCH 26, 2024 ― Like many in the industry, Multi-platinum, Award-winning Producer, Engineer, Mixer, Songwriter and Musician Clint Murphy’s latest work has been consumed by Dolby Atmos projects. This pushed him to relocate back to his native New Zealand, where he opened CMP Studios, the country’s first and only Dolby Atmos mixing […]

Bracknell, UK. 26th March 2024 – Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. has announced that Panasonic’s projection system was chosen to power the world’s largest permanent projection mapping display at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku. Certified by GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ as the largest architectural projection-mapped display (permanent), operation commenced on February 25, 2024. Going forward, the system will […]

NEW DELHI — March 26, 2024 — AVI-SPL, the leading provider of digital enablement solutions globally,  today announces the opening of a new office in Hyderabad, one of the fastest growing cities in India and  the company’s fifth location in the country. Since its incorporation in 2022, AVI-SPL India Private Limited   has expanded at […]

Thatcham, UK – 26 March 2024: Test & measurement innovator, PHABRIX, has announced that Grass Valley has expanded its already-extensive inventory of PHABRIX test & measurement (T&M) equipment with the purchase of a QxP Portable Waveform Monitor. The QxP joins significant stocks of Qx and QxL rasterizers and handheld Sx instruments in the global R&D, manufacturing and […]

LAS VEGAS, MARCH 5, 2024 — Marshall Electronics will debut its newest auto-tracking camera, the CV612-TBI/TWI PTZ camera, at NAB 2024 (Booth C5912). The Marshall CV612, available in black (CV612-TBI) and white models (CV612-TWI), features the ability to automatically track, follow and frame presenters using AI facial learning for accurate and smooth self-adjusting maneuvers. Equipped with 12X optical and […]

Sony debuted a new high-end 4K 60p pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) camera model with an integrated lens, the BRC-AM7. Incorporating PTZ Auto Framing technology, which uses AI technology for advanced recognition, the camera facilitates accurate and natural automatic tracking of moving subjects. These innovations “enable simplified high-quality video production for broadcast, live event, and sports productions.” The […]

AVer Information announced a technology partnership with Biamp for its intelligent camera tracking solution. This collaboration uses data from Biamp Parlé conferencing microphones with Beamtracking technology to automatically trigger AVer cameras and focus on active participants, ensuring everyone feels engaged and seen. Beamtracking Parlé microphones continuously identify active speakers anywhere in the room. This voice […]

Extron added the Vanguard Axion Pro series Direct View LED displays to the Extron Quantum Ultra Certification program. These displays feature the Sentinel series processor. When coupled with Extron Quantum Ultra and Quantum Ultra II 8K Videowall Processors, the TAA-compliant display models have been certified for consistent, stable presentation of source content. These video wall […]

At NAB Show 2024, and beyond, Sony is committed to enhancing solutions in the remote and distributed production, capture, monitor, audio, cloud, and virtual production realm. These technologies are empowering media and entertainment creators and professionals, at every level, by creating efficiencies, enhancing productivity, and solving challenges. Visitors to booth C8201 will experience Sony’s connected […]

Extron introduced the DMP 44 xi Digital Matrix Processor, a compact 4×4 audio mixer featuring digital signal processing with audio signal routing and control. The DMP 44 xi features four line level inputs and outputs, all offering balanced or unbalanced operation. It offers “essential audio DSP tools for mixing, routing and room optimization, such as […]

RigWheels announced the launch of the PT-Zero vibration isolator, designed for professional PTZ cameras. This new addition to RigWheels’ lineup of anti-vibration mounts “enhances isolation and offers a variety of installation and setup options.” RigWheels says the PT-Zero vibration isolator utilizes specially engineered isolation components to improve image quality for PTZ cameras that may be […]

AVI-SPL published its first ESG Performance Report. As an in-depth overview of AVI-SPL’s environmental, social and governance strategy, the report lays out the company’s sustainable transformation through its materiality analysis, baseline performance, ambitions and impact goals. The report also highlights vital achievements and stories from 2023 that set the stage for ongoing ESG success. “We […]

Crestron announced ongoing sustainability initiatives and a partnership with Sustainability in AV (SAVe) where the company will join as a Sustaining Sponsor. As an organization, Crestron remains dedicated to identifying opportunities to reduce its carbon footprint through sustainable workplace practices and improvements to minimize environmental impact. This commitment does not stop with Crestron solely as […]

The Acoustic Transducer Company (ATC) announced the SCM20ASL Limited Edition loudspeaker. Limited to just 150 pairs, the two-way active stand-mount design is finished in a “high gloss lacquer in the ATC company dark blue.” The front baffle is hand-upholstered in royal blue full-grain Napa leather by German leather specialist Eissmann. The exterior alloy components feature […]

When I first heard of the Apple Vision Pro, I did not pay much attention. I have tried out a few different AR/VR headsets, and while they are very cool, I have never had a desire to purchase one for my own use. However, as I have done more reading and research, I am beginning […]

Brno, Czech Republic, 8 April 2024 – Comprimato, a leader in video encoding technology, is set to transform live broadcasting, and remote production in particular, with the introduction of the Twenty-One Encoder. This dedicated ST2110 appliance simplifies and streamlines with multiple inputs for all the common high quality formats, to encode for delivery to a […]

CHESSINGTON, UK – April 2024 – DiGiCo announces the release of its latest software release, Version 1742, designed for all SD and Quantum consoles. Now available for free download from the Info and Downloads section of the DiGiCo website, found under the Support tab at www.DiGiCo.biz, V1742 replaces previous version V1619, which was rolled out a year […]

Video wall experts Ultimate Visual Solutions (UVS) has launched a dedicated international service after receiving widespread global interest in its products. The move will make it easier for customers around the world to order and install the company’s groundbreaking Lucidity video wall controller technology, either direct from UVS or through its in-country partners. A section […]

Linz, Austria, April 2024… Currently riding high in the Bundesliga – the top tier of Austrian football – Linzer Athletik-Sport-Klub (LASK) recently relocated to Linz’s futuristic new Raiffeisen Arena. Constructed as a UEFA Category 4 venue, LASK’s new ground is now among the largest and most modern sports facilities in the entire country, with over 80 Genelec Smart IP […]

PARIS — April 9, 2024 — Viaccess-Orca (VO), a global leader providing OTT and TV platforms, content protection, and advanced data solutions, announced today that HKT’s Now TV is using VO’s AI-driven Targeted TV Advertising solution to deliver addressable TV to viewers. By offering individually tailored advertising experiences to viewers in real time, Now TV is elevating video […]

WUPPERTAL, Germany — April 9, 2024 — Riedel Communications today announced that Mission Control Ltd., a specialist in delivering global RF coordination and licensing solutions, is using Riedel Bolero wireless intercom system, an Artist-1024 node, and 1200 Series SmartPanels as a bespoke live music package for Coldplay’s current “Music of the Spheres” world tour. For almost […]