Media Links, manufacturer and pioneer in Media over IP transport technology, announces the debut of ProMD EMS Version 2.0 of its Enhanced Management Software for the Company’s MD Series Ecosystem solution portfolio. This portfolio includes the MD8000 Media over IP Transport platform, MDX100G IP Switches and the MDP3000 IP Media Gateways.

Virtualisation is now at the forefront of broadcast workflows as a result of COVID-19 and the shift in how many stations across the globe are now operating throughout the industry. Today more than ever, broadcast operators require remote production solutions that allow for the virtualisation of key tasks while keeping staff safe. To support customers in their remote production workflows, TSL Products continues to drive development and integration between its flagship Flex Control Network and TallyMan advanced broadcast control system to offer powerful solutions for production, news, automation and playout.

MediaKind, a global leader in media technology and services, has been selected by The Switch to support the provision of next-generation IP infrastructure and content delivery services to NESN (New England Sports Network). The Switch, a leading provider of production services and live video delivery, selected MediaKind’s best-of-breed Cygnus Distribution product suite to support the replacement of NESN’s existing satellite distribution platform with an IP-based terrestrial distribution solution.

Calrec is further investing in staff, especially across key positions, as the company builds on its aim of continuing to increase its reputation across the industry for both innovation and quality with the appointment of Helen Jones as Operations Manager.

Densitron, the global leader in innovative Human Machine Interaction (HMI) and display technology, has announced details of a new partnership with SKAARHOJ. Based in Copenhagen, Denmark, SKAARHOJ is a designer and manufacturer of control solutions for the broadcast market. The two companies will work together on remote production applications involving Densitron’s Intelligent Display System (IDS) solution and SKAARHOJ’s broadcast controllers.

PBS39/WLVT-TV, part of Lehigh Valley Public Media based in Pennsylvania, has chosen a dual channel PlayBox Neo playout system for the third phase of the infrastructure expansion project which it commenced in Q4 2017. This latest phase includes the integration of an AirBox Neo platform with TitleBox Neo software which will be used for graphics and channel branding.

"PlayBox Neo has partnered closely with us so that we can operate five separate broadcast channels with the greatest possible efficiency," comments Andrea Cummis, Chief Technology Officer. "Phase 1 solved our requirement for a dependable and user-friendly core playout system which replaced legacy third-party servers. Phase 2, completed in Q3 2019, added a second ProductionAirBox Neo and two extra channels of CaptureBox Neo. Phase 3 continues our modernization program with an additional dual channel AirBox Neo server operating within a framework that gives our production staff fast access to the TitleBox Neo graphics creation and text manipulation toolset without having to move outside the main PlayBox Neo user interface. Our engineering staff continue to be impressed by the system's robust build, effective software integration and future-proof expandability.”

AVer Europe, the award-winning provider of video collaboration and education technology solutions, announces the launch of the AVerVision M90UHD Mechanical Arm Visualiser. This innovative teaching tool is destined to engage students in exciting new ways with its 322X total zoom (14X optical, 23X digital) document camera. 

KVM manufacturers Guntermann & Drunck (G&D) opened their new KVM showroom KVM ControlCenter-Xperience (CCX) on 1 October 2020. To celebrate the occasion on site, G&D's CEO Rolland Ollek and Steffen Mues, Mayor of the City of Siegen, gave an opening speech and cut the opening ribbon together. Steffen Mues was fascinated by the technical possibilities offered by the new high-tech room: “We are proud that a Siegen-based company, which started 35 years ago as a start-up at the University of Siegen, is now at the top of its industry and a global expert when it comes to high-end KVM in control rooms around the globe.”

Due to the popularity of Matthews practically-sized 40”x40” Flags and Floppies, the company adds the new Matthshield Floppy to the lineup. The quick set-up clear Floppy facilitates protection for crew, actors and gear. Like the rest of the 40”x40” line, it is portable enough to travel in a hatchback car and compact enough to work in tight locations.

RED DIGITAL CINEMA®’s new KOMODO™ 6K camera system is now available to order. The highly anticipated KOMODO 6K comes to market after extensive engineering to incorporate production-tested innovations, including a breakthrough global shutter sensor (27.03mm x 14.26mm) that maintains RED’s high standard of image quality and dynamic range. The camera is packaged in a small 4-cubic-inch (101.6 mm) form factor and weighs only 2.1 pounds (0.95 kgs). Joining RED’s product lineup in its own category, KOMODO includes an enviable list of features designed for professional filmmakers and content creators who want high-end visuals in an easy-to-use, compact, and versatile camera.

Following a long-standing tradition of recognizing and honoring its dedicated team of professionals, FSR, a leading manufacturer of a wide variety of products for the Pro AV and Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) markets, recently presented loyalty awards to many employees marking five year incremental milestones of service.

ChyronHego today announced that its Coach Paint video analysis software is being used by the NBA's Atlanta Hawks to enhance clips in the team's video library, illustrating terminology for players and visually reinforcing coaching points. Displayed throughout the Hawks' training facilities at the Emory Sports Medicine Complex and available on tablets for individual review, the painted clips give players and coaches a convenient and engaging way to learn or review critical plays, offensive and defensive strategies, and player positioning.

Cobalt® Digital, an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of award-winning edge devices for live video production and master control, and a founding partner in the openGear® initiative has announced the launch of its 9905-MPx 3G/HD/SD Quad-Path Up/Down/Cross Converter/Frame Sync, a next-generation advanced scaler/frame synchronizer for the openGear platform. The new card was developed in direct response to customer requests for one module that supports four independent signal paths.

EcoDigital today announced the upcoming release of DIVA 8.1, which will add valuable new capabilities along with more than 30 performance enhancements to the company's renowned DIVA Software Suite for digital asset management. This new software release represents the third major software upgrade and enhancement to the DIVA Software Suite in the past 16 months.

Triveni Digital today announced that the company's Senior Vice President of Emergent Technology Development, Mark Corl, will moderate a panel discussion during the ATSC NextGen Broadcast Conference 2020 in association with the virtual edition of NAB Show New York. The session, "Kings of Collaboration," will bring together experts in NextGen TV to discuss how ATSC 3.0 is fueling collaboration between service and equipment providers to bring new solutions to broadcasters.