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IBC UPDATE
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In the September 17, 2009 Issue:

Broadcast Engineering announces IBC2009 Pick Hits Award winners
IBC recognizes winners of Innovation Awards
Solid State Logic debuts Silverlight-based Gravity Asset Browser
Matrox unveils MXO2 support for ToolsOnAir Just:In
Video Technics, OASYS partner; commit to software, system integration

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 TOP STORY
Broadcast Engineering announces IBC2009 Pick Hits Award winners

The honor is awarded to companies for technology that improves the technical and financial status of TV stations, post-production facilities, production houses and other facilities involved in making television.

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White paper: IP Networks for Broadcaster Applications

Intended for broadcast engineers interested in understanding how Internet Protocol (IP) Networks can be used as a transport layer for next generation broadcaster networks, this paper describes how IP and MPLS technologies have the capability to deliver highly available point-to-point and point-to-multipoint services to meet today's broadcaster video requirements. With the inherent capabilities of modern IP routers and high-speed optical and Ethernet transport, broadcasting organizations can take advantage of the substantial OPEX and CAPEX savings of IP networks. With no need to statically provision circuits and bandwidth, much more efficient utilization of networks and resources can be achieved, while ensuring the bandwidth and Quality of Service to support even the most demanding applications. Read this white paper now.

 IBC NEWS
IBC recognizes winners of Innovation Awards

ESPN’s Virtual Playbook, Radio Télévision Belge Francophone’s service-oriented architecture and ASBU’s MENOS IP content exchange system were honored with 2009 IBC Innovation Awards.

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Broadcast industry to recover in 2010, analyst says

During a breakfast sponsored by Strategy Analytics at IBC2009, DIS Consulting CEO and chief analyst Douglas Sheer predicted 4.8 percent growth for the broadcast and professional media production markets next year.

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New exciting product from Cobalt Digital on display at IBC 2009 will be the 9083-ENCE Frame Synchroniser (16 channels Audio Embed/De-embed) and now with Dolby® 'E' Encoding. The 9083 card for openGear frame provides 'glitch' free handling of embedded audio - Five year warranty as standard on all Cobalt 9000 series cards.

 IBC PRODUCTS
Solid State Logic debuts Silverlight-based Gravity Asset Browser

Gravity uses Silverlight 3 to play back multistream VC-1 and H.264 media generated by the Gravity Media Manager.

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Dielectric showcases switchback filter, two CP antennas

The new compact filter employs Dielectric’s design techniques to provide superior electrical performance with extremely low loss.

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Autoscript showcases high-brightness LED TFT-Plus flat screen

The company also featured its Miniscript 5.6 on-camera flat-screen monitor and MFC-1 Magno foot control.

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AJA Video rolls out KUMO SDI routers

The KUMO compact routers are broadcast-specified products that support SDI, HD-SDI and 3G SDI.

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TSL introduces newest member of Precision Audio Monitor family

The new PAM2-3G16 simplifies monitoring of Dolby E/D or discreet multichannel audio using preset menus and shortcut keys.

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Utilizing Smooth Streaming

Smooth Streaming, Microsoft's new adaptive streaming technology, is an exciting advancement that brings us closer to Web-based television-like delivery of HD media content. This white paper will introduce you to Smooth Streaming and explains how you can apply the technology in real-world VOD and live event broadcasting applications.
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 MORE IBC PRODUCTS
Matrox unveils MXO2 support for ToolsOnAir Just:In

Just:In is an Apple QuickTime-based ingest solution that fits into the production process of any TV station or post-production studio.

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Linear Acoustic shows DVB-ASI input option for LAMBDA monitor

The LAMBDA audio monitor can decode Dolby Digital (AC-3) directly from an applied DVB-ASI transport stream.

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Vinten Radamec launches Legislative Control System

The Vinten Radamec LCS is a multiuser, multifacility camera control system designed to support complex operations.

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Front Porch Digital unveils interfaces aimed at international market

The company’s new internationalized interfaces include Unicode support for its SAMMA products.

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MultiDyne Video features DVI-6000

The DVI-6000 transports DVI-I, RGB-HV and DVI-D over one fiber.

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Modular File Storage for Real-Time Broadcast Media HD Workflows

Streaming video and post-production in HD, 2K, and 4K resolutions; 3-D animation and visualization; cable and broadcast play out; video on- demand (VoD); IPTV; and near-line storage and media asset management are all driving the need for responsive storage that delivers exceptional performance, massive capacity, uncompromising reliability, and scalability. As file sizes and resolutions increase, the storage and data access issues facing digital media companies will likewise escalate. This white paper introduces a modular storage approach for scalable, cost-effective file storage and outlines the specific storage requirements for HD broadcasting workflows. In addition, the paper includes benchmark test results that will help users understand how concurrent operations impact file storage infrastructure. Read Now.

 BOARDROOM
Video Technics, OASYS partner; commit to software, system integration

The companies will fully integrate their software and systems to offer a more fully rounded product lineup.

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Spanish broadcast production company equips OB van with Clear-Com intercoms

Mediamovil TV ordered Eclipse-Median and Eclipse-PiCo frames, along with the panels, for its newest OB van.

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It's time to enter Broadcast Engineering's 9th Annual Excellence Awards contest. This is a unique opportunity to have your facility highlighted in the December issue of Broadcast Engineering's Digital Reference Guide. Each nominated facility is featured with a full-page, custom story - complete with photos and listings of your design team and the key products used in the project. Click here to learn more.


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