14 NEWS & VIEWS
May-June 2016
Linear Acoustic provides bridge between SDI and AoIP
Linear Acoustic is allowing TV facilities to take advantage of fully distributed I / O and audio-over-IP ( AoIP ) for HD / SD-SDI signals via the SDI xNode .
One SDI xNode is capable of de-embedding multiple channels of audio from its dual SDI inputs , taking audio from SD- and HD-SDI streams and translating them to real-time Livewire +/ AES67 audio streams . These can then be routed to a Linear Acoustic AERO . soft processing engine , or to destinations throughout the plant .
Two SDI xNodes can be racked side-by-side in just 1RU . Each SDI xNode manages dual , independent HD / SD-SDI paths , and can de-embed , shuffle and re-embed up to 16 channels of audio on each SDI path , while translating up to 16-channels of audio bidirectionally , between the SDI and AoIP domains .
Linear Acoustic is also intro-
Germany-based systems integrator BFE Studio und Medien Systeme is offering KSC Core , a softwarebased solution for fast and flexible control of studio , master control rooms and OB van systems .
Already deployed more than 900 times worldwide , KSC Core is designed to flexibly respond to broadcast production , to effi ciently monitor components in the controller system , and to quickly configure new parameters in broadcast systems .
BFE invites visitors to experience the full range of features offered by KSC Core , including “ true WYSIWYG
Linear Acoustic ’ s SDI xNode aims to provide a bridge between SDI and AoIP .
ducing the latest updates for its MT2000 multi-channel bitstream analyser . Featuring a full suite of test capabilities in a handheld form factor , the MT2000 allows engineers to analyse and troubleshoot digital audio paths quickly and portably .
A new software update offers a streamlined menu structure , the ability to view 16 channels of audio at once , automatic detection of input signal type , as well as the option of SNMP capability .
Linear Acoustic is exhibiting with the GBS Alliance at booth 5C4-01 , as well as with Minnetonka Audio at the German Pavilion booth 5C7-06 .
At the core of broadcast control
German systems integrator BFE is showing off the KSC Core solution at its booth . operation ”, freely configurable GUIs , real-time monitoring , videoover-IP capabilities , device scanner and advanced signal-format management , to name but a few .
Intuitive user interfaces , fast configuration and a system architecture tailored to future audio and video technologies makes KSC Core the “ most powerful ” controller system worldwide , adds BFE .
To find out more about KSC Core , visit BFE at the German Pavilion , booth 5C7-04 .
A new-look Harmonic , having recently completed the acquisition of Thomson Video Networks , is showcasing a range of solutions aimed at bringing increased operational efficiencies and cost savings to broadcast and multi-screen production and delivery .
Harmonic ’ s VOS software-based media processing platform now comes with two new offerings — VOS Cloud and VOS 360 . VOS Cloud is a media-processing platform that enables content and service providers to manage the video production and delivery workflow for broadcast and over-the-top ( OTT ) applications
G & D offers KVM extender for high-performance applications
Observing that 4K / Ultra HD ( UHD ) is increasingly finding its way into IT installations , Guntermann & Drunck ( G & D ) is highlighting the DP1.2-VisionXG KVM extender system . Developed to allow users to safely remove the necessary computer equipment into central technology rooms , the DP1.2-VisionXG enables the remote operation of systems and offers uncompressed transmission of DisplayPort 1.2 signals .
With the DP1.2-VisionXG , fibre optics connect the KVM transmitter
Interra Systems is showcasing Baton 7.0 , the latest version of the company ’ s QC solution for filebased SD , HD and mix workflows .
The Baton 7.0 user interface features a revamped functionality across smart folders , manual scheduling , test plans , reports and more while offering video / audio quality checks . These include new support for text detection ( including language ) and recognition of burnt-in subtitles , audio language detection , detection of new audio quality noises , as well as support for the latest loudness ITU-R BS . 1770 specification .
At booth 5L5-01 , Interra Systems is also introducing Orion OTT , described by the company as “ one of the industry ’ s first ” at the computer to the KVM receiver placed at the workstation . Even with distances of up to 10,000m between computer and workstation , users are able to operate their systems in a 1:1 connection without any latency . To ensure high video quality , the DP1.2-VisionXG system transmits video signals transparently — pixel by pixel and without any compression . This way , all details remain visible even when it comes to highresolution 4K / UHD images at the
Interra Systems brings best-in-breed QC and monitoring solutions
software-based over-the-top ( OTT ) solutions for real-time monitoring of adaptive bitrate ( ABR ) content for multi-screen service delivery . Leveraging industryproven audio / video quality analysis technologies , Orion OTT ensures superior QoE and QoS , says Interra Systems .
Side-by-side Orion OTT is Orion , a software-centric , real-time content monitoring system for the delivery of “ error-free , superior quality video ”. The software-defined Orion platform is enhanced with multi-processor architecture support , enabling users to optimise full refresh rate of 60Hz and across the entire transmission distance .
Other features of the DP1.2- VisionXG , displayed at booth 5H5-02 , include the Screen-Freeze function . When the image source is lost , particularly in control processes , the Screen-Freeze function allows users to continue to operate the system on a temporary basis , because the last available image is frozen . The system can be monitored via network interfaces , either actively via a Web interface or passively via SNMP .
Interra Systems is showcasing Baton 7.0 , the latest version of the company ’ s QC solution for file-based SD , HD and mix workflows .
their hardware infrastructure , both in terms of cost and performance .
Visitors can look forward to demonstrations of the advanced capabilities of Orion , including support for 4K / UHD HEVC and virtualised monitoring probes , SCTE-35 verification , in-depth audio and video quality monitoring , as well as closed caption data monitoring .
Harmonic set to transform future of video production and delivery
Harmonic ’ s VOS software-based media processing platform now comes with two new offerings — VOS Cloud and VOS 360 .
The DP1.2-VisionXG KVM extender system enables the remote operation of systems and offers uncompressed transmission of DisplayPort 1.2 signals .
via standard IT hardware , over public or private cloud infrastructure .
The VOS 360 professional cloud media processing service ( www . vos360 . tv ), provides operators with a software-as-a-service solution that is hosted in the public cloud , and maintained and monitored by Harmonic , enabling customers to launch revenue-generating , broadcast-quality OTT services “ in a matter of minutes ”.
Visitors can also expect a 4K / UHD HDR demo , which will be enabled by the ViBE 4K / UHD real-time encoder and the ViBE VS7000 video system , two new solutions that have joined the Harmonic product family as a result of the company ’ s acquisition of Thomson Video Networks .
To find out more , visit booth 5C3-01 .