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Time: 01:48
2011.11.21
Inter BEE 2011
Inter BEE 2011:Zushi Hayama Community Broadcasting Company introduces the U.S company RC's "Zetta" automated music broadcasting system
Zushi Hayama Community Broadcasting Company exhibited RC's "Zetta" automated music broadcasting system. This system is operated for "Shonan Beach FM", allowing the radio station to be run unmanned 24-hours-a-day. Shonan Beach FM was broadcast live with this system from a section of the booth. ■Selecting, organizing and delivering tracks This automated music broadcasting system is made up of the "GSelector" track scheduler and the "Zetta automated broadcasting sound generation system. By pre-registering tracks' attribute information and categories, it is possible to automate track selection, organization and delivery. Tracks can be selected and organized for a 1 hour show in a space of about 15 seconds. By pre-recording a voice track, it is possible to operate the system unmanned 24-hours-a-day. Track selection conditions can be specified, such as not using tracks from the same album or by the same artist in the same program. It is also possible to check selected tracks and re-organize them at a later date. Played tracks can be output as Excel data. This enables the easy creation of reports listing all tracks, as required by copyright groups, leading to more efficient copyright management administration. With this system, Shonan Beach FM is able to create radio show with a minimum number of staff. Except for segments such as news and traffic information, shows are generally fronted by DJ personalities. ■ Using part of the booth as a studio for a DJ personality broadcast To demonstrate the actual running of the station, part of the booth was converted to a studio from which DJ personality, Ai Esashika, broadcast a live show. The DJ operated the system to broadcast a show, intermingling music with chat. The broadcast carried out at the venue was delivered live via a network to a local station. Using this automated music broadcasting system supports community broadcasting without need for a director or engineer. This can help to cut show preparation work and achieve significant cost savings. RCS's system is used by over 9,000 radio stations and cable TV, satellite and Internet broadcasters in over 20 countries worldwide. RCS's software system is sold via its Japanese distributor, ARTECH (Hayama-machi, Miura District, Kanagawa Prefecture). It is also available through a special price lease contract system aimed at community broadcasters.
Time: 01:59
2011.11.21
Inter BEE 2011
Inter BEE 2011:Otaritec exhibits the German company, Riedel's "MediorNet Compact", a next-generation multimedia stagebox for developing real-time optical networks
Otaritec exhibited the "MediorNet Compact" fiber-optic transmission system. Otaritec also displayed a reference version of the MADI interface module for "LWB-16M (provisional) / LWB-64", a multi-channel video and audio transmission system. ■"MediorNet Compact" fiber-optic transmission system on display Otaritec exhibited the "MediorNet Compact" fiber-optic transmission system made by Riedel, and an incoming signal interface card compliant with the next-generation network standard, AVB. "MediorNet" is an optical transmission system that uses fiber-optics to transmit video, audio and incoming signals. The "MediorNet Compact" system is a low-cost version of MediorNet. The high-end "MediorNet Compact Pro" can transmit 3G/HD/SD-SDI (4IN/4OUT) and MADI signals*2, Ethernet signals*3, analog audio (4IN/4OUT), AES/EBU*4, and incoming signals in both directions. Hidekazu Yanagi, the manager of Sales Division No. 1 Section , explained that the company has "prepared the 3 'MediorNet Compact BA-SIC', 'MediorNet Compact PLUS', 'MediorNet Compact Pro' products for use at any event, big or small". Further, Otaritec exhibited a client card (AVB-108 G2 Client Card) and interface (Connect AVB/Connect AVB*8), as an incoming transmission method, that employ the AVB (Audio Video Bridging) next-generation video standard. The "VB-108 G2 Client Card" is made by Riedel for AVB and installed in a matrix for incoming signals. This client card translates between 8-port audio line and AVB protocol and secures a LAN connection. "Connect AVB*8" is an interface box that translates between AVB protocol and AES signals. This AVB standard was formulated by the "AVnu Alliance" industry group, which is made up of AV manufacturers and IT equipment manufacturers among others. It was created to ensure the reliability and low delay of Ethernet lines sought by professionals. Mr. Yanagi explained that "compared to traditional VoIP, a more reliable infrastructure with no disconnection problems can be built because a transmission band is secured. In addition, because of the low delay (approx. 2msec), there are no delays, enabling seamless conversation". ■ Reference version of MADI interface module for the "LWB-16M (provisional) / LWB-64" multi-channel video and audio transmission system on display Otaritec displayed a reference version of the "CB-7CL/CM" MADI interface module as an optional card module for the "LWB-16M (provisional) / LWB-64" (Lightwinder Broadcasting) module, which converts a variety of signals used at outside broadcast locations and then transmits them by fiber-optic. This CB-7CL/CM is a MADI interface module equipped with SRC functionality and an input and output capacity of 64 in / 64 out, helping to improve multi-channel operating efficiency. The company apparently aims to release it for sale in April next year.
Time: 01:55
2011.11.21
Inter BEE 2011
Hanaoka Musen Denki exhibits new products including "HiFiREVERB ENCODER", a sound encoder utilizing reverberation control technology, and the "DLM-84" premix digital line mixer
Hanaoka Musen Denki exhibited "HiFiREVERB ENCODER", a sound encoder utilizing reverberation control technology, and held a demonstration at the firm's booth by reproducing a mock recording/broadcasting studio setting. It also demonstrated a new-type mixing aid system it co-developed with Sendai Television, which is expected to be used for sports broadcasts. ■ Demonstration of "HiFiREVERB ENCODER" with system configurations based on actual usage Hanaoka Musen Denki unveiled at Inter BEE 2011, HiFiREVERB ENCODER, a commercial studio sound encoder based on "Revtrina" developed by NTT Communication Science Laboratories, and equipped with audio 3D HiFiREVERB technology commercialized by NTT Electronics. HiFiREVERB ENCODER separates direct sound and reverberation components from input digital/analogue 2ch stereo/monaural sounds. By controlling the mixing ratio of the separated direct sound and reverberation components, HiFiREVERB ENCODER can create 5.1ch surround sound. Compared with the current mainstream pseudo surround technology, which is based on extending the phase, HiFiREVERB ENCODER is equipped with new 2ch virtual surround technology. This technology makes direct sound components audible from the forward direction and reverberation components audible from the periphery. Demonstrations allowing visitors to hear HiFiREVERB ENCODER's 5.1ch surround sound were held at the firm's booth by reproducing a mock recording/broadcasting studio setting. HiFiREVERB ENCODER was used to demonstrate removal of reverberation from recorded sound and to input 2ch sound source. Company President and CEO, Katsumi Hanaoka said, "I'd like everyone to experience the advantages of HiFiREVERB ENCODER, and holding demonstrations in a studio-like setting is the best way to do that". Speaking about the reaction to this demonstration, President Hanaoka said "a lot of people who actually came to the booth said that they would like to use it to make hall-recorded speeches much easier to listen to by separating direct sound by reverberation control technology and decreasing reverberation components". He added, "creating 5.1ch surround sound from 2ch cannot be demonstrated very well at this venue because of the peripheral noise, so we are planning to let those interested experience it in a more relaxed setting in the company." ■ Demonstration of new-type mixing aid system, expected to be used for live sports broadcasts Hanaoka Musen Denki demonstrated a new-type mixing aid system it co-developed with Sendai Television, which is expected to be used for sports broadcasts. With this system, a mic/line system installed in a sports venue such as a stadium is connected to this device, and the screen then displays a background image, such as a soccer pitch or stadium, and buttons for a microphone layout positioned right in the background image. The volume of these microphones can be controlled by a joystick and touch panel. For example, President Hanaoka says "a feature of this system is that it can be operated intuitively while watching the game. When a camera films a goal, the microphone installed near the goal is turned ON/OFF by button operation." In addition, replacing the background image and changing the microphone installation layout can be carried out flexibly. As President Hanaoka explained: "in the case of a variety TV show where celebrities are sitting on a tiered platform, microphones placed in the tiered platform can be easily turned ON/OFF in response to the celebrities' chat". Also, because button images differ according to where microphones are placed, "a photograph of someone's face can be used for a button."
Time: 03:25
2011.11.21
Inter BEE 2011
Inter BEE 2011:Panasonic introduces the new "AVC Ultra" H.264 series of codecs, covering high resolutions for masters and low bit rate for networks
The Panasonic Group (Panasonic Corporation, Panasonic Electric Works Co., Ltd., Panasonic System Solutions Japan Co. Ltd) exhibition was based on a concept of "Link together Link to the future "Evolving AVC-World". The exhibition booth displayed a new lineup of products aimed at the broadcasting and the professional video industries, and advocated new "Links" between networks and systems. In addition, Panasonic showed off for the first time in Japan its new "AVC Ultra" video compression codec for professionals; the P2HD series and AVCCAM series; and HD system equipment, which can all be used together in a wide variety of scenarios. Panasonic also introduced a selection of 3D HD solutions, such as its advanced 3D video shooting system due to be used for 3D broadcasts from the London Olympics. ■TV commercial, drama and movie demonstrations Panasonic showed off for the first time in Japan video taken with its new codec system, "AVC Ultra", which comprises of "AVC-Intra Class 200" (1920*1080/60p; 10-bit 4:2:2 sampling; intra-frame compression; video bit rate: approx. 200Mbps) and "AVC-LongG" (1920*1080; 10-bit 4:2:2 sampling; Long GOP compression, video bit rate: approx. 25-50 Mbps). The demonstration of the "Class 200" at the Suite showed a 60p 10-bit 4:2:2 video, and the content consisted of TV commercials, drama and movies. It gave an insight into the video production possibilities that could not quite be met by the previous AVC Intra-100. There are plans to commercialize it for camcorders and decks , and it is expected to develop the previous editing and archiving environments. ■ Data transmission between equipment via a network demonstrated At the Panasonic Technological Suite, the company showed how data could be transmitted between devices such as nonlinear editors, tape decks, and archive devices via a network without moving P2 cards. The emergence of AVC Ultra equipment could allow high resolution and long-duration file-based workflows to be left intact. It appears that AVC Intra-compatible servers, editing systems and more will be released by influential partner companies and compatibility with "Ultra" is expected to press forward. Providing support for "OP1A", an MXF system for storing video and audio in the same file, also requires attention. AVC-Intra looks like becoming an important program production system.
Time: 02:55
2011.11.21
Inter BEE 2011
Inter BEE 2011:Heiwa Seiki Kogyo exhibits the "RS Series" tripod with "complete counterbalance system"
Heiwa Seiki Kogyo exhibited the "Libec" tripod, jib arm, tracking rail, accessory support kit, and more. The centerpiece was the new "RS Series" tripod which can stop cameras at any tilt angle. ■ "RS Series", which keeps cameras in a still state at any tilt angle The RS Series employs a complete counterbalance system. This enables cameras to be stopped at a set tilt angle when shooting, provided it is within a certain weight range. This state can be held even when the camera angle is left facing upwards or downwards (tilt angle: +90°/ -70°). In addition to a newly-designed torque system, it uses silicon grease. It has vastly improved pan and tilt operability, and a booth representative explained that "in particular, the pan movement is extremely smooth, enabling stress-free camera work." It features a high degree of heat resistance performance, capable of withstanding temperatures from -40℃ to +60℃, and allows virtually normal pan and tilt work even in harsh conditions. RS Series includes: RS-250 Series - counterbalance range of 1.8kg to 5.0kg (height of center of gravity at 100mm) with a maximum loading weight of 6kg; RS-350 Series - counterbalance range of 3.0kg to 7.5kg (height of center of gravity at 100mm) with a maximum loading weight of 9kg; RS-450 Series - counterbalance range of 4.5kg to 10.5kg (height of center of gravity at 100mm) with a maximum loading weight of 12kg. The RS-250 Series is mainly a small hi-vision camera; the RS-350 Series is a small hand-held camera light with an attached light and mattebox; and the RS-450 Series is said to be ideal for shoulder-type cameras. ■ Multitude of new accessory support kits on display Heiwa Seiki Kogyo exhibited its new accessory support kits. One of these is the "A-7" accessory support adapter. This is compatible with the Libec head (excluding the TH-650DV) and jib arm and can be attached with a 1/4" and 3/8" screw. The "AS-7" is an accessory support arm that can be attached with a 1/4" screw. The A-7 and AS-7 were exhibited as the "AS-7K" set. Heiwa Seiki Kogyo exhibited the "A-3AV" LANC-AV conversion adapter, the "JB-30" Series of jib arms, and the "TR-320", "CR-90", "EX-160S" rail systems. Combining the jib arm and tracking rail, the company advocated this equipment for its ability to support dynamic moving shots from a high position.
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