QuStream to launch 3GEN Ocelot at NAB 2009
QuStream are proud to announce the QuStream Ocelot 3GEN, a high performance 3G video router in a compact package and will showcase new additions to the Ocelot range on Booth N3421 at NAB 2009.
Harris Corporation Introduces OSi-CableNet™ Traffic and Billing System at the 2009 Cable Show
Automated Real-time Solution Enables Tight Integration Between Traffic and Sales Departments and Maximizes Revenue for Cable Networks
OmniTek Tests Post Production in Finland
Leading test and measurement manufacturer OmniTek today announced that it has sold the OmniTek XR image analysis system to three major facilities in Finland through its distributor ComboSys Oy.
SecureMedia Champions Open Standards with Membership in the Open IPTV Forum Content protection specialist to contribute to end-to-end specifications for secure IPTV interoperability and technology advancement
TANDBERG Television Showcases Dynamic Ad Insertion Within a Time-Shifted TV Program
Industry first demonstration provides a working model for operators, programmers and advertisers to further monetize time-shifted programming with targeted advertising
TANDBERG Television Introduces Centralized Multiplatform Content Management System for Service Providers
WatchPoint® Content Management System enables operators to expand on-demand services to new platforms, achieve accelerated VOD revenue and reduce costs
CANAL+ Group and Pace claim IPTV World Series Award
+LE CUBE set-top box selected as ‘Best Hybrid Broadcast-IP Video Delivery Solution’
SGT Presents Its VEDA™ Software Suite with New Powerful Features at NAB Show 2009 in the French Pavilion, Booth N1737G, in the North Hall.
SGT, a leading global software vendor in the broadcast and media industry, will be present at this year’s NAB show in Las Vegas and will show a series of new features of its VEDA™ software suite for workflow automation and video content management.
IDEAL INSTALLS MIRANDA'S MASTER CONTROL, BRANDING AND SIGNAL PROCESSING SYSTEMS AT CENTURY COMMUNICATIONS FOR ITS FOUR NEW CHANNELS
Miranda Technologies today announced that Ideal Broadcasting India Pvt limited, the Indian dealer for Miranda has installed and supplied branding, master control, monitoring and signal processing solutions for four new television channels at Century Communications which is one of India’s leading media and Entertainment Company.
Claratech Group Continues to Evolve
Last November Claratech acquired BAL Broadcast and Faraday Technology. These two formally separate companies now run as brands within the Claratech Group.
Ericsson IPTV Middleware wins IPTV World Series Award
Ericsson today announced that the Ericsson IPTV Middleware, part of the Ericsson IPTV Solution, has won the ‘Best IPTV Service Delivery Platform or Client Software’ category at the IPTV World Series Awards 2009.
JVC at NAB 2009
HD cameras, monitors, switchers along with high resolution, super contrast D-ILA projectors for use in advanced visualization.
M3 MEDIA USES JVC PROHD EQUIPMENT FOR TAMWORTH COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL OUTSIDE BROADCAST
Includes ProHD cameras, hard drive recorders and monitors
BROADCAST ELECTRONICS TO FEATURE GROUNDBREAKING LOW POWER FM TRANSMITTER AT 2009 NAB SHOW
Company to mark its 50-year anniversary with a give-away of a STX LP 1 kW, its newest and smallest all-around, scalable transmitter
Announcing Connect Iraq Communications Conference, Baghdad, 10-13 May 2009
Iraq Communications Conference Launched to Promote Development of Nation's Infrastructure, Economy, and Public Services
Thomson launches SmartVision QoE server for a better Quality of Experience over IPTV networks
Thomson, a worldwide leader of services to content creators, today extended its range of SmartVision content delivery components with the introduction of a new network server.
New Motorola Satellite Receiver Packs HD Clout
Transcoder increases HD throughput over current cable methods by up to 50 percent
Autodesk and NaturalMotion Work to Integrate AI and Animation Runtime Solutions
Autodesk, Inc., and NaturalMotion Ltd., today announced that the companies are working to build an advanced integration between their respective popular game development products - Autodesk Kynapse artificial intelligence (AI) middleware and morpheme animation middleware engine.
TANDBERG Television Introduces Multi-Format Receiver for Distribution Applications
RX8330 distribution receiver offers MPEG-2/MPEG-4 AVC SD decode, ASI and SDI output, and multiple CA support
Bulgarian Triple-play Operator Vestitel BG launches Partnership IPTV model using Orca Interactive’s RiGHTv middleware
Vestitel installs next generation IPTV solution from Orca Interactive based on openness, flexibility and scalability for future growth
Edgeware and SmartLabs LLC Enter Partnership for Russian Market
Edgeware AB, the provider of revolutionary server systems for network deployed on-demand TV, and Smartlabs LLC, a leading provider of service delivery platforms for interactive digital TV, today announced a partnership where SmartLabs will offer Edgeware’s products to Russian Service Providers in combination with SmartLabs platforms for interactive digital TV.
News from VDS
VDS, a leading developer of on-air graphics solutions, broadcast automation software, television graphics design and plug-in broadcast products, today announced that is has teamed up with Kargo, an established leader in mobile messaging and publishing, with full carrier messaging and billing integration, to provide a breakthrough mobile iTV solution for television networks.
HDMI v1.3 Switchers Offer Mirrored Outputs
Connectivity solutions provider Gefen is pleased to announce the pre-release of two new switchers supporting the expanded HDMI v1.3 format. The 4x2 Switcher for HDMI v1.3 and the 2x4 Switcher for HDMI v1.3 both offer easy methods of system integration.
Numericable Brings Next-Generation Home Entertainment to France with Cisco Content Delivery System
Numericable Evolves Its Network Into a Medianet, a Platform optimized for Rich Media Applications and Services
Visabeira Global Selects GoBackTV for Advanced Video Services
GoBackTV, the innovative supplier of digital video headend and edge solutions, today announced that its RetroVue® system has been chosen by Visabeira Global to provide advanced video services, starting with their subsidiary TV Cabo Angola. TV Cabo Angola is a joint venture between Visabeira Global and Angola Telecom, and is Angola’s only cable TV operator.
Autodesk Announces Softimage Mod Tool 7.5 Free Game Development Software Offers Professional Toolset for Game Modding and Non-commercial Game Development
New Autodesk Middleware Empowers Developers to Achieve Innovative Game Experiences
Autodesk, Inc., has announced new versions of its two runtime technologies for the game engine - Autodesk HumanIK 4 animation middleware and Autodesk Kynapse 6 artificial intelligence middleware.
Vincent Cable MP marks official opening of new Autoscript and The Camera Store offices.
Autoscript, the world's leading teleprompting company, and equipment hire specialists The Camera Store are pleased to announce that Dr. Vincent Cable MP is to officially open their new headquarters at Twickenham in West London.
Barco teams with AV Promotions to illuminate Hong Kong’s Asian Film Awards with dazzling LED backdrop
Barco’s LED and projection solutions light up stage design and ceremony at awards gala
MTN Satellite Services Contracts for Intelsat Capacity to Expand Broadband Services to Maritime Customers
Intelsat, Ltd., the world's leading provider of fixed satellite services, announced that Maritime Telecommunications Network, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SeaMobile, Inc., has contracted for Intelsat capacity to expand the range of satellite-based services MTN provides to its maritime customers, including the world's largest cruise lines.
G20 London Summit Webcast
On 2 April 2009, world leaders from the G20 countries will meet in London to enhance global coordination in order to help restore global economic growth.
LEADING SATELLITE OPERATORS JOIN TO PROMOTE INDUSTRY-WIDE TRAINING INITIATIVE FOR SATELLITE TECHNICIANS
Intelsat and SES to Support Provision of VSAT Installation Training for Technicians in Developing and Developed Countries
EchoStar Europe Enters IPTV Market with New Hybrid HD Platform
EchoStar Europe will launch a new IPTV DVR at IPTV World Forum 09, London (stand #350) - the product is set to be a star attraction at the show and marks the company’s first entry into the IPTV market. Visitors can also see a LIVE demonstration of the company’s market proven, integrated SlingLoaded™ home networking and place-shifting technology.
Amino and SmartLabs LLC offer new interactive services to IPTV service providers
IPTV subs now can search and view popular Internet-based video content directly on Amino IP STBs
Comarch awarded with “Gold Antenna”
Comarch received the Gold Antenna (“ZBota Antena”) award for Comarch Next Generation Service Management, which was recognized as "Product of the Year 2009" in the category of Telecommunications Operator Solutions. This is Comarch's second "Gold Antenna".
SHOTOKU’S PHOENIX HAILED AS SUCCESSFUL UPGRADE MIGRATION PATH
Shotoku’s Phoenix is being hailed as a practical and affordable solution to extend the life of legacy remote pan and tilt heads via a customizable phased-approach. During its brief existence thus far, Phoenix (launched at IBC 2008), has achieved widespread success.
Appear TV selected by Industria for Velocity1’s Broadband Entertainment System
Programming from multiple sources and content providers incorporated into a single IP streaming head-end at Wembley City
IPTV market achieves 45% year on year growth – including 10% in last quarter – despite economic downturn
Edgeware Enters IPTV Partnership with World-leading Systems Integrator
Edgeware, the provider of revolutionary server systems for network deployed on-demand TV, today announced a global IPTV cooperation with Ericsson, the world’s leading supplier in telecommunications.
Rosmedia Launches Innovative, Distributive IPTV Service Protected by SecureMedia Leading Russian telecommunication provider offers tailored digital content based on regional and local interests, secured by the award-winning Encryptonite One™ System CA/DRM
Glowpoint to Announce 2008 Year End
Glowpoint, Inc., a leading provider of advanced video communications solutions, announced today that it will release its 2008 year end results, for the period ending December 31, 2008, on Tuesday, March 31.
SecureMedia and GoBackTV Announce Joint Customer Win for Secure, Interactive IPTV Over Cable Systems
Triple Play specialist, H & B Communications, Inc. offers its existing cable TV customers expanded IP digital entertainment, protected by the award-winning Encryptonite One™ System CA/DRM
AUDIO AGENT TO REPRESENT EUPHONIX ARTIST SERIES
Niche Pro Audio Rep Firm to Sell Versatile DAW Controllers in Western United States
QuStream to launch 3GEN Cougar router at NAB 2009 QuStream Corporation (TSX VENTURE:QVC) will showcase a new Cougar router on Booth N3421 at NAB 2009.
Harris Corporation Named “Manufacturer of the Year” for Third Consecutive Year at CABSAT 2009
Company Honored for Contributions to Growth of Middle East Broadcast Industry
HP Helps Thailand Mobile Operator Reduce Costs and Improve Service
HP today announced that DTAC, one of Thailand’s largest mobile operators, is deploying HP Next Generation Operations Support Systems to reduce internal costs, speed delivery of revenuegenerating services and improve service quality.
Autodesk Introduces 3ds Max 2010 Software at Game Developers Conference
New Release Offers Innovative Creative Tools, Powerful Scene Management Capabilities and Enhanced Support for Interoperability and Pipeline Integration
Osmosys Enables Enhanced Consumer Experiences Over IP and Hybrid Networks
IPTV World Forum demonstrations include end-to-end system, home networking and advanced interactive solutions
SYSMEDIA POWERS SUBTITLING IN 23 LANGUAGES ON EU PARLIAMENT TV
Mostra, which last year won the contract to supply the audio-visual services behind EuroparlTV, the European Parliament’s web TV news services, has successfully deployed SysMedia’s WinCAPS software to deliver subtitling in all 23 official EU languages.
Ocean Blue Software launches the world’s first application and a complete software product designed to CI+ specifications, providing better security and a graphical display for Pay Per View operators and content developers
Ocean Blue Software, a leading provider of world class digital television software solutions has released its new Sunrise CI+ software product.
DPA appoints new distributor for Brazil
DPA Microphones has appointed Quanta Brazil as its new Brazilian distributor.
Miniweb Shows Converged Interactive TV Experience at IPTV World Forum and MIPTV
London and Cannes demonstrations of converged Broadcast and Broadband entertainment that delivers new service and revenue models for TV device manufacturers, network operators, content owners, broadcasters and advertisers.
SecureMedia Provides Non-Stop Security for Hellenic Telecommunications Organization (OTE SA) New IPTV Digital Entertainment Service The award-winning Encryptonite ONE™ System protects conn-x TV, the start-of-the-art IPTV platform from Greece's largest telecom operator
FLOORMAN™– Your Perfect Solution For Studio or Outside Broadcasting
The FLOORMAN™ is a personal wireless quad split multiviewer, allowing four picture sources to be viewed on one cable free handheld screen. The hands free device allows the director or any member of the production team the flexibility of viewing a shot from any camera wherever they are on the studio floor.
Claratech Group Appoints new Portuguese Distributor
Claratech Group, a leading manufacturer and supplier of products for professional broadcast industry has announced a new partnership with AuVid CIENTIFICO S.A, provider of products and services to broadcast and professional audiovisual market in Portugal.
ioko Verifies Edgeware Web TV Performance Claims
Edgeware announces that digital media systems specialist, ioko, has recently completed a successful lab trial with the Edgeware Web TV server.
Pharos debuts Mediator 4 to drive multiformat workflow at NAB 2009
The Pharos Mediator 4 content management platform makes its US exhibition debut at NAB 2009 in Las Vegas, 20-23 April (Pharos Booth SU8902).
Marquis Teams Up with SeaChange at NAB 2009 to Demonstrate High-Speed Avid DNxHD Workflow
Marquis Broadcast, specialist in broadcast workflow studies and software solutions, and SeaChange International, a leading global supplier of high-definition and standard-definition broadcast playout and workflow solutions, will be demonstrating a faster-than-realtime, DNxHD-based workflow solution at NAB 2009 using Marquis’ Medway media transfer and format conversion software integrated with SeaChange’s new generation BML play-to-air storage servers within an Avid production environment.
NAB 2009 - DVS Enables Future-Proof Workflows
At NAB 2009, DVS will present innovative and future-proof solutions for professional film and video processing. NAB visitors to booth SL6920 will experience ways to optimize workflows in post production, broadcast and the presentation business by using DVS’s high-performance systems.
Screen Subtitling Systems Wins Contract with Turner to Provide HD Subtitling in Argentina
Screen Subtitling Systems has won a contract with Turner to provide two HD subtitling systems for Imagen Satelital S.A., its affiliate in Argentina.
V4x Wins Honors at LeMobile 2.0
V4x, the pioneering software developer focused on providing high-quality interactive content for web and mobile services announced today that V4x has been honored by the Le Mobile 2.0 conference which was held in Paris, March 10-11, 2009.
Cable Operator Guangzhou Digital Media Group Uses Envivio Convergence Headend for New Interactive TV Service
Envivio 4Caster C4 Three Screens Encoder Delivers HD and SD Content on World’s First Microsoft Mediaroom Cable TV Deployment
2009 NAB SHOW - WHERE THE GLOBAL CONTENT COMMUNITY CONGREGATES
The Tinopolis Group Turns On To Euphonix
UK Media Group Meets Programming Demands with Max Air
Colombia’s Caracol Television Switches to HD Operation with Grass Valley Kayak HD and Maestro Master Control Systems
As part of its historic transition to full high-definition production and content distribution, Caracol Television, one of Colombia’s leading broadcast networks, has converted all of the production control rooms at its main facility in Bogotá to HD capability with the installation of six Grass Valley™ Kayak™ HD production switchers.
Color IPTV Selects RGB Networks Broadcast Network Processor for Key Video Processing Functions
Uzbekistani Operator Opts for Quality, Reliability and Simplified Operation and Management
Signiant demonstrates how companies moving digital content can save time and money at NAB 2009
Customers benefit from Signiant’s large business network
Comarch opens new office in Finland
Comarch Capital Group enforces its presence in Northern Europe through new Espoo Finland office.
Russian Media Group ProfMedia Uses SGT’s VEDA Software Suite to Manage Its New Tapeless Workflow
The combined workflow managing eleven channels run by four independent broadcasters, eliminates redundancies, helps save on equipment, improves ROI and increases broadcast reliability.
Emerson Network Power Connectivity Solutions exhibits high-performance solutions
NAB 2008 PRESS PREVIEW Booth C12431 at the LVCC in Las Vegas, April 20-23
n-tv Invests in Escenic’s Leading CMS to Power its Online News
n-tv, Germany’s 24-hour news channel and long-time Vizrt customer, has selected Escenic’s digital platform for innovation to drive the network’s online news.
EVS Unveils New Solutions at NAB09 Booth C9508.
EVS Broadcast Equipment, the leader in instant tapeless technology, will be presenting its latest solutions at NAB 2009 in Las Vegas, 20-23 April.
Bright Systems Chooses ALT Systems as Strategic Partner for Western US Digital Post Market Bright Systems, Inc., developer of disk recording and data infrastructure technology, has completed an agreement with ALT Systems to be the primary reseller of Bright Systems’ products and technologies in the Western United States.
Tianjin Broadcast & TV Network Deploys TANDBERG Television iSIS 8000 Solution for Cable Headend
TANDBERG Television, part of the Ericsson group, today announced that Tianjin Broadcast & TV Network has deployed a fully redundant cable headend built on the award-winning TANDBERG iSIS 8000® solution, including encoders, multiplexers, and QAM modulators.
Extron CVC 300 Component Video to RGB Converter Now Shipping
Extron Electronics is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the CVC 300, a new universal, high definition component video to RGB converter.
BROADCAST ELECTRONICS (BE) TURNS THE BIG 5-0
BE's 50-year anniversary marks chance for broadcasters to qualify for a FREE STX LP transmitter or AudioVAULT FleX automation software
VCI Solutions will Introduce Velocity™, a New Revolutionary Product, to the Market at this Year’s NAB Show in Las Vegas
Velocity is unlike anything in the market and goes far beyond integration of multi-vendor products using BXF
Globecomm Systems Awarded Multiple Contracts from Various Government Agencies Valued at $3.3 Million Globecomm Systems Inc., a leading provider of satellite-based communications infrastructure solutions and services on a global basis, announced today that the Company has received multiple contract awards from various Government agencies valued at $3.3 million.
Glowpoint Eliminates Remaining Debt
Glowpoint, Inc., a leading provider of advanced video communications solutions, today announced the completion of a series of transactions designed to support and advance the Company's stated goals of driving revenue growth and achieving positive operating cash flow.
Pixel Power Announces BrandMaster--the First Branding Switcher
New product category combines complete broadcast Master Control with high-end integrated branding
ANTON/BAUER INTRODUCES QR-EX3 GOLD MOUNT® FOR SONY PMW-EX3 CAMERA AT NAB 2009
New System Combines Power and Flexibility with Reliability
BBFC Selects Digital Rapids Ingest and Encoding Systems for Massive Digital Archive Initiative
Digital Rapids – the leading provider of tools and solutions for bringing television, film and web content to wider audiences – announced today that the British Board of Film Classification has selected Digital Rapids’ StreamZ media ingest and encoding systems for the board’s ongoing initiative to digitise and archive their tape-based library of over 200,000 programmes.
AKAMAI FIRST TO OFFER MICROSOFT IIS7 SMOOTH STREAMING TO CUSTOMERS
Leading global broadcasters provide high-quality video experiences today by delivering High Definition content using Akamai AdaptiveEdge Streaming for Microsoft Silverlight
New Product Launche - Claratech Fibre Optic Range
Claratech have released a new product in their Fibre Optic range, the CTP1003.
New test and measurement products from Hamlet for modern infrastructures
NAB2009 demonstration focuses on quality in 3Gb/s and file-based systems
Latest Version of Grass Valley EDIUS Offers New Tools For Improved HD Editing Efficiency EDIUS 5.1, the latest version of the Grass Valley™ EDIUS® multi-format/multi-resolution nonlinear editing software package, now includes tighter integration with the Grass Valley Aurora™ digital production workflow, as well as a variety of new features that help users improve productivity and get the most from their investment, whether working in standard-definition or high-definition.
RGB Networks Launches Advanced IPTV Delivery Platform for Asia Pacific Operators
Carrier-class Modular Video Processor Delivers Unified MPEG-4/H.264 Video Processing and Ad Insertion Platform for Telco Networks
IPV Selects Shaf Broadcast to Support Growth for Browse Technology in India
IPV, a global leader and largest independent supplier of low bit-rate, frame-accurate video technology to the broadcast and professional video sectors, today announced that it has appointed Shaf Broadcast Pvt. Ltd, an established supplier of solutions to the digital content creation industry, to distribute the company’s browse solutions to content owners in the Indian subcontinent.
OmniGlobe Networks’ Partnership with FNESS and FNTC Brings Broadband Access to 21 B.C. First Nation Communities
OmniGlobe Networks, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has been appointed by the First Nations’ Emergency Services Society of B.C. and its partner, the First Nations Technology Council to provide enhanced broadband access to over 2,700 residents living in remote First Nations communities in British Columbia.
Witbe launches his new triple play solution in IPTV WorldForum in London
From Quality of Experience to Quality of Service Witbe has now expanded its triple play solutions to include agents inside the Set Top Box
Edgeware Secures $8 million in Series B Financing
Second round of financing, led by Micron Technology, to accelerate global presence and strengthen position in North American market
Jampro Supplies 10 DVB-T Systems to Saudi Arabia’s STESA for Digital Transition
Jampro Antennas, headquartered in Sacramento, California announced today that STESA has purchased 10 Jampro DVB-T systems and associated RF equipment.
Harris Corporation and Roundbox Announce OEM Agreement to Deliver First Mobile DTV Broadcast Solution
Companies Leverage Broadcast and Mobile Expertise to Extend Terrestrial Digital TV to Mobile Devices
VSS Ships Additional Members of 10-Gigabit Distributed Traffic Capture System Family
Advanced High-Speed Taps Enable Fast ROI for Monitoring Infrastructure
FLOORMANTM – Your Perfect Solution For Studio or Outside Broadcasting
The FLOORMANTM is a personal wireless quad split multiviewer, allowing four picture sources to be viewed on one cable free handheld screen.
Analog Way announces new distributor for the Korean territory
Analog Way, a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative image converters and presentation switchers, is pleased to announce that IONESystem has recently been appointed as authorized Analog Way distributor for the Korean territory.
Guillaume d’Azémar de Fabrègues Appointed Chief Executive Officer of SGT
New management and structural changes will help SGT to effectively face the new market conditions and to better anticipate potential effects of the global economical crisis.
Ross Video Acquires Media Refinery
Ross Video today announced the completion of its acquisition of Media Refinery. The Netherlands based company is the developer of XPression, a high end, feature rich, 2D/3D high definition character generator and motion graphics system.
Barco Ships World's First 3Gbps-Ready Multi-Format Production Switcher
Barco, a world leader in image processing technology, is proud to announce that the FSN Series multi-format video production switcher is now shipping.
Türk Telekom Selects Envivio Convergence Series Encoding Platform for Massive IPTV Service Launch
Envivio Inc., the leading technology provider of IP video convergence encoding solutions from mobile to HD, today announced that its Convergence Series video headend has been selected for Türk Telekom’s IPTV project in Turkey.
NAB HONORS SEVEN-TIME EMMY WINNER MARY TYLER MOORE WITH DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD
Seven-time Emmy Award winning actress Mary Tyler Moore will be honored with the NAB Distinguished Service Award during the NAB Show.
Grass Valley Wins Contract to Replace All Production Switchers at VRT
VRT, the national broadcaster in Belgium for the Flemish speaking community, has awarded a four year rolling framework contract to Grass Valley™ to renew all of its production switchers with Grass Valley Kayak™ video production switchers.
MAXON at the NAB Show 2009 to Unveil Major Education Enhancements;
Highlight Outstanding Customer Projects
R&S ETL TV analyzer measures T-DMB and DAB signals in realtime
Rohde & Schwarz offers a new option for its R&S ETL for the DAB and T-DMB standards.
PMR bridges the gap between IT and RF
PMR’s receives multi-agency communication network contract
Enhance Technology UltraStor RS Series Now Certified for Windows Server 2008
Enhance Technology, Inc., has positioned itself once again as the leader in SAN storage as UltraStor™ RS Series has been certified for Windows Server 2008.
Zappware collaborates with Nagravision on development of new NagraGuide On-demand Applications
Collaboration to provide pay-TV operators with accelerated delivery of VOD services
AXON’S NEW COMPLIANCE RECORDING SYSTEM AT NAB 09
AXON announces that it will be present at this year NAB with its brand new compliance recording system TRACS2. AXON can be found at the stand SU11410.
AXON INTRODUCES 30 NEW SYNAPSE MODULES AT NAB 09 AXON announces that it will be present at this year NAB with its extensive range of Synapse modules. AXON can be found at the stand SU11410.
SeaChange International Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year Fiscal 2009 Results · VOD flash server strength drives quarterly revenues of $54 million · Robust margin performance generates quarterly profit of $0.15 per share · Strengthened balance sheet with fourth quarter cash flow of $6 million · Reinstated $20 million stock buyback program
Euphonix Announces Record Sales
Pro Audio Manufacturer Also Plans Move to New Headquarters
MultiDyne Appoints Robert Petrilak to Engineering
MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems, a leading provider of fiber optic equipment for the transport of video and audio for broadcast & pro A/V applications, announced the appointment of Robert Petrilak to the position of Senior Staff Engineer.
NAB ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF INTERNATIONAL BROADCASTING EXCELLENCE AWARD
Rádio Expres and PRO TV to receive award during 2009 NAB Show
BBC WORLD SERVICE CHOOSES VINTEN RADAMEC FOR MIDDLE EAST TV CHANNELS
BBC World Service is using the latest Fusion robotic heads and control systems from Vinten Radamec®, a Vitec Group brand and global leader in camera automation, for its free-to-air BBC Arabic language and BBC Persian television channels broadcast from studios at BBC World Service in London.
SATELLITE 2009 Exhibition Adds 50 New Exhibitors
The SATELLITE 2009 Conference and Exhibition, the premiere annual gathering for the global satellite-enabled communications marketplace, is reporting increased attendance projections for this year's conference, as well as the addition of 50 new exhibiting companies on the Exhibition show floor.
Grass Valley to Deliver New HD-ready Production Infrastructure for Tunisia
Grass Valley™ has won a substantial contract to modernize the television infrastructure of la Télévision Tunisienne, the public broadcaster in Tunisia.
COLLABORATION BRINGS VoD TO STANDARD TV RECEIVERS WITHOUT SET-TOP BOXES Cable operators can slash CAPEX spend by delivering video-on-demand direct to the TV
Osmosys Launches New Multi-Platform Open Standard Interactive TV Solution
MHP 1.2 software incorporates new advanced functionality for digital television operators including IPTV extensions and features from the US cable standard
Extend DVI up to Two Kilometers in Distance.
Whether you're working with the super high resolutions of dual link DVI or conventional single link DVI, Gefen offers two new extenders that deliver flawless video resolutions long-distance.
Bitcentral Adds New General Manager to Head International Oasis Media Marketplace Sales
Following two decades of commercial media expertise, Alex Keighley will lead Bitcentral's sales efforts in Europe, the Middle East and Africa
Dense Universal EdgeQAM from TANDBERG Television Improves Economics of Ultra-Fast Broadband and VOD
Enhanced TANDBERG EQ8096 supports broadcast TV, VOD, SDV and DOCSIS 3.0 on same edge device
LATENS OPENS R&D CENTRE IN INDIA
New research and development centre to support global growth and product development
RRsat Finalist for 2009 Teleport Award for Excellence
Award Recipient to be announced March 25, 2009 at Annual Satellite Conference
2009 NAB SHOW TO INTRODUCE CONTENT COMMERCE PAVILION
AFI, Brightcove, Electronic Arts and MGM among exhibitors in new NAB Show Pavilion
MPEGIF Master Class “The New World of Digital Television” at NAB 2009
MPEGIF and Open IPTV Forum presenting 7 keynotes and 4 panel sessions on April 19, 2009
CBS Entertainment News Programmes Migrate to HD Production and Playout with Grass Valley K2 HD Servers
On September 8, 2008, CBS Television Distribution began airing its popular entertainment news programmes “Entertainment Tonight,” and “The Insider” in high-definition with the help of Grass Valley™ K2™ HD media servers combined with Editware Fastrack hybrid editing systems, and an Avid workflow consisting of Media Composer Nitris DX editing systems, Avid Unity ISIS shared storage, and the Avid Interplay nonlinear workflow engine.
NAB 2009 Booth SU 9924G (P+S Technik booth, Bavarian Pavilion)
Cooke Optics extends /i support at NAB 2009
Marquis and Quantum Announce Availability of Medway Interoperability with StorNext® Archiving Software for Improved Data Transfer Efficiencies
Marquis Broadcast, specialist in broadcast consultancy and workflow solutions, and Quantum Corp., the leading global specialist in backup, recovery and archive, will be announcing the interoperability of Marquis’ Medway media transfer and format conversion software with Quantum’s StorNext Storage Manager archiving software at NAB 2009 (Quantum booth SL2509).
Kenya’s Nation Media Group Selects
Jampro UHF Slots & FM Antennas for Six Sites
The American College Improves Efficiency with Ross
The American College, the nation’s premier financial services educator, upgrades its educational broadcast studio to HD with Ross Vision 1 QMD Multi-Definition Production Switcher and SoftMetal Video Server.
Audio Precision Demonstrates New Broadcast Test & Chip-Level Interface at NAB 2009
Also on show: Production line testing of a 4 channel RDS-capable automotive head unit.
Global Vision Networks Selects International Datacasting Corporation for Hoyts Digital Cinema Satellite Distribution Network in Asia-Pacific Region
International Datacasting Corporation, a global leader in providing advanced solutions for the distribution of broadband multimedia content via satellite, announced today that the Company, in partnership with its Australian-based distributor OmniCast, received an order from Global Vision Networks for the provision of a new digital cinema broadband distribution network for Hoyts Cinemas in Australia and New Zealand.
EDITSHARE SHOWCASES COMPLETE COLLABORATION PRODUCTS AT NAB 2009 New releases of the multi-channel ingest, shared storage and archiving solutions for postproduction, DI and broadcast workflows
EditShare™, the technology leader in cross platform collaborative editing and shared media storage systems, will be exhibiting new releases from the EditShare Complete Collaboration line up of storage and workflow solutions at the NAB 2009, held in Las Vegas Nevada from April 20 to 23 on stand SL6420.
FamilyNet Television takes delivery of TVU’s BD1000
Broadcast Appliance for Broadband Distribution
Sonifex Has A Bright Idea For NAB 2009
Sonifex LD-40E1ONA Double Sided End Mounting 40cm 'ON AIR' Sign.
Hungarian post production facility Colorfront has integrated DVS’s CLIPSTER® DI workstation into its workflow.
CLIPSTER® replaces what was previously an extremely complex DCI Mastering process, now providing Colorfront with high-speed workflows and the utmost flexibility.
Bright Systems Plans Series of New Key Appointments during Run-Up to NAB 2009
Rick Picton Joins Bright as Product Marketing Manager
IdeasUnlimited.tv to preview AdCert at NAB 2009
New product provides automatic verification of TV commercial playout
SGL STRENGTHENS ASIA PAC PRESENCE AND CELEBRATES OPENING OF SINGAPORE OFFICE
Software Generation Ltd, a leading provider of content archive and storage management software for media and entertainment, has today celebrated the opening of its Asia Pacific office.
Fortis Bank commits to the first of two tranches of EUR 50 million for the financing of XDC's roll-out of digital cinema in Europe
Fortis Bank has committed to funding the first tranche of EUR 50 million for the financing of XDC's roll-out of digital cinema equipment across Europe, pursuant to its mandate to arrange EUR 100 million financing.
QuStream’s new 3G-SDI fiber optic router packs 144x144 in a compact and modular 4RU frame.
QuStream Corporation today unveiled a brand new optical router product on Booth N3421 at NAB 2009.
Announcing The Merger of Pro-Bel and Snell & Wilcox Pro-Bel and Snell & Wilcox have joined forces to create a new company to better server the needs of their customers
Bright future for AmberFin following separation from Snell & Wilcox
Separation brings increased investment and new business opportunities to AmberFin
HP to Present Live Audio Webcast of March 18 Annual Meeting of Stockholders
HP plans a live audio webcast of its 2009 Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be held in Santa Clara, Calif.
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony in Kawawachikamach, QC to Celebrate the Launch of Lynx Mobility Cellular Services
Lynx Mobility Inc., Canada’s first cellular service provider co-owned by an Aboriginal partner and dedicated to serving remote communities across Canada, together with Naskapi Imuun, the local service provider, are pleased to announce that they will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Kawawachikamach, Quebec on Thursday, 12th March 2009.
enterprise media asset management for television and radio
With over 15,000 workstations in use today, all Dalet solutions run on the purpose-built Dalet media asset management platform, DaletPlus.
Arabian Radio Network installs Dalet MAM
Arabian Radio Network (ARN) has deployed Dalet Radio Suite across all of its broadcast operations.
India's National Broadcaster Doordarshan goes Dalet MAM
Doordarshan archives include thousands of hours of programs, covering India’s cultural, historical and religious events, current affairs as well as government and political commentary.
Kim Thomas Joins Dalet USA, Heads West Coast Business Development
Dalet is please to announce the appointment of Kim Murphy Thomas as General Manager, Dalet Digital Media Systems, West Coast, USA.
Dalet to Unveil DaletPlus 3.0 at NAB 2009
Dalet will unveil its full HD and multi-format DaletPlus version 3.0 media asset management platform at the NAB 2009 exhibition held in Las Vegas, NV from April 20 through 23, 2009 (stand SU3702).
DISNEY STUDIOS GROUP PRESIDENT MARK ZORADI TO PRESENT KEYNOTE AT 2009 NAB SHOW
Mark Zoradi, president of Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Group, will present a keynote address during the 2009 NAB Show held April 18-23 in Las Vegas.
FOX Continues Commitment to Grass Valley with Multi-Million Dollar K2 Server Contract
FOX has placed a multi-million dollar contract with Grass Valley™ for a massive, high-definition K2 Media Server installation as part of continued enhancements to its file-based, HD network distribution infrastructure.
Comarch launches a new solution for managing IT infrastructure
As a result of more than fifteen years of experience in the management of telecommunications networks, Comarch also now provides middle and large sized enterprises and their respective branches with a solution for managing their own IT infrastructure.
Harris Broadcast Communications Hires New Account Manager for German-Speaking Market
Harris Broadcast Communications has appointed Stefan Weitzer as key account manager.
ELECTRONIC ARTS GAME ARTIST TO SHARE REAL-WORLD TEXTURE PAINTING TIPS AND TRICKS AT GDC 2009 USING MAXON BODYPAINT 3D
Session Will Include How-to’s for Creating Customer 3D Textures, from Reference Material to Hand-Painted Detail for Current and Next-Gen Games
Nagravision and CSM Enter Deployment Phase Two for China's National Mobile TV Service
150 cities now secured by Nagravision CAS with an additional 188 cities targeted for phase two. Over 200 devices from more than 120 partners will be integrated with Nagravision's CAS. Nagravision is preparing to deliver over four million secure chips in 2009.
FlashMic helps achieve widespread coverage for Comic Relief
With Red Nose Day just over a week away, HHB reports that the Comic Relief media team is using FlashMic Digital Recording Microphones to gather interviews from participating celebrities, members of the public, and from those whose lives are transformed by the work of Comic Relief.
Marquis Broadcast Consultancy Division Announces New HR and Recruitment Service
Marquis Broadcast, provider of consulting services and software solutions to the broadcast industry, have announced the addition of a new HR and recruitment service to its Consulting Division.
Glowpoint Recognizes KBZ Communications
Glowpoint, Inc., a leading provider of advanced video communications solutions, announced today that KBZ Communications, a leading Tandberg "Master Distributor", has won Glowpoint's "2008 Reseller Channel Partner of the Year" award.
'BATTLESTAR GALACTICA' CREATOR AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCER DAVID EICK TO PRESENT KEYNOTE AT NAB SHOW
Super Session offers a lesson in launching a hit TV franchise that stands apart from the rest
OmniGlobe Networks EMEA Receives Newtec’s MENOS Certification OmniGlobe Networks EMEA, a leading supplier of communications equipment and systems for satellite and terrestrial transmissions, announces that following its recent strategic alliance with Sat-Comm Ltd, it has qualified as a certified digital satellite news gathering supplier for the ASBU-MENOS network.
Centaur Delivery Opens HD Gateway for WDRB/WMYO TV
WDRB/WMYO TV deploys Centaur for HD/SD digital delivery of local and regional ad content, enabling first-ever HD broadcast of local Louisville spots
GEARHOUSE BROADCAST TAKES ATP MASTERS 1000 HIGH DEF
Broadcast solutions company Gearhouse Broadcast will provide high definition systems integration at the ATP World Tour Masters 1000, formerly ATP Masters Series for ATP Media.
Aviva Signs $1 Billion Data Center Services Agreement with EDS, an HP Company
EDS, an HP company, and Aviva today announced a 10-year, $1 billion (£700 million) data center services contract to reduce Aviva’s operational costs, improve information access and increase flexibility.
EVS TECHNOLOGY POWERS TAPELESS PLAYBACK FOR THE 2009 ACADEMY AWARDS®
EVS is proud to announce a revolutionary advance in tapeless workflow with the successful design, implementation and execution of a completely tapeless playback solution for the 2009 Academy Awards.
China Network Systems Co., Ltd introduces newest Nagravision conditional access for launch of premium and high definition services.
Highest total value proposition encompassing security, time to market, extensive feature set and in-country support - Nagravision expands its already strong foothold in Taiwan, servicing all independent operators.
MHz Extends Reach in Middle East with Greenland International Enterprises Partnership
Systems integrator expands broadcast activity in region with local Doha Company
AmberFin Appoints David Abel as Worldwide Director of Partner Management
AmberFin today announces the appointment of David Abel as its new Worldwide Director of Partner Management.
Immersion Graphics Inc. Chooses Vaddio WallVIEW Systems for Electric Transmission Company Headquarters
WallVIEW 70 Systems installed at ITC Holdings Corporation
Tektronix New Product Highlights at NAB 2009 Booth #N2522
TG700 with 1080p SDI Signal Generation Facilitates 3Gb/s Services Roll-out
SGL PROVIDES GMTV WITH SOPHISTICATED DIGITAL ARCHIVE
Software Generation Ltd, a leading provider of content archive and storage management software for media and entertainment, has today announced a major contract with the UK’s leading breakfast time broadcaster GMTV.
Karekare and Fairlight Pioneer an Holistic Approach to Digital Recording
Karekare Recording, the New Zealand studio made famous by bands such as Crowded House, Pearl Jam, Radiohead and Killing Joke, has upgraded its facilities by installing a Fairlight Constellation XCS, powered by the company’s revolutionary Crystal Core Engine (CC-1) processor.
AUTOCUE INTRODUCE NEW VALUE FOR MONEY PROMPTING SOLUTIONS TO MEET BROADCASTERS’ NEEDS
Autocue, the leading provider of teleprompting and newsroom automation solutions, will launch a series of new prompting technologies at NAB 2009. An improved range of Master Series panels, SDI compatible prompting systems, Ethernet-based controllers, and a new software-based communication system for on-air talent, are designed to enable broadcasters to improve their existing systems through incremental investment.
Litefast Displays Provide Digital Signage in 360 Degrees
The most popular photo and video motives of this year’s Integrated Systems Europe in Amsterdam were the Litefast 360° LED Displays exhibited by Kinoton GmbH.
Time Warner Companies — Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., Warner Bros. Entertainment, Inc., and Home Box Office, Inc. — Form New Media Alliance with Adobe Time Warner Companies to Collaborate with Adobe for Delivery of Rich Media Experiences Utilizing Adobe’s Flash Platform and Video Solutions
Appear TV Delivers Service Reliability Solutions For IP Networks
CABSAT 2009 visitors invited to discuss advanced IP head-end range and software options that ensure greater service performance
QAM/ASI/IP: MONITORING AND ANALYSIS IN ONE CHASSIS
The cable industry is one of the largest IP users and this month we focus on the advantage of combining the RF monitoring with IP monitoring and analysis.
Barco Networked Broadcast Monitoring System deployed for the first time in Asia.
Teaming with China's Guangdong Television, Barco successfully deploys its innovative NBMS.
Offshore Communications Added to Access Intelligence's Satellite Group Portfolio
Access Intelligence, LLC, a full service b-to-b information and marketing solutions provider and producer of the SATELLITE Conference and Exhibition and Via Satellite magazine, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Offshore Communications.
I-MOVIX launches SprintCam V3 HD Broadcast-Integrated HD Ultra Slow-Motion Solution
Iraqi Media Network Modernises Infrastructure with Harris Corporation ONE™ Solution for Integrated Broadcasting
Interoperable Harris Solution Supports Broadcast Facility Upgrade Project in Iraq
Marquis’ Medway Delivers Avid to FCP Sequence Transfers at NAB 2009
Marquis Broadcast, specialist in broadcast consultancy and workflow solutions, is announcing a major new feature for Medway, the company’s media transfer and format conversion software, at NAB 2009, that will bring a higher degree of flexibility and collaboration to file-based workflows for customers using a mix of Avid and Final Cut Pro editing systems.
DIGITAL TV LABS APPOINTED OFFICIAL TEST FACILITY FOR CI PLUS COMPLIANCE
Digital TV Labs, which provides independent, specialised conformance products and services for DVB-based markets, has won the contract as the world’s first approved test centre for the newly-agreed CI Plus (Common Interface Plus) Specification.
Calvin College Provides Real World Experience with Ross Vision
Calvin College, a Christian liberal-arts college in Grand Rapids, Mich. has invested in a Vision 2 QMD Multi-Definition Digital Production Switcher. Vision will be used to provide students with real world experience, and to broadcast Inner Compass, a weekly nationally distributed half hour show.
PRO-BEL BRINGS AFFORDABLE BROADCAST AUTOMATION TO CABSAT
Pro-Bel is unveiling its revolutionary Morpheus Integrated Content Engine for the first time to visitors at CABSAT from 3-5 March this year on the ProMedia stand.
Bright Debuts BrightDrive™ G2 File-Based Recording System with BrightClip® Recording Technology at NAB 2009
Bright Systems, Inc., developer of disk recording and data infrastructure technology, will be debuting its next generation BrightDrive™ G2 File-Based Recording System incorporated with the company’s breakthrough BrightClip ® Recording Technology at NAB 2009.
SIDSA seeks expansion in the Middle East
Following its recent agreement with Al Jazeera Sport to protect its pay-TV content, the company seeks new deals to deploy Pay-TV services through its Conditional Access System, KeyFly 2.0Xtreme, in the Middle East region.
ALAAN TV DEPLOYS SYSMEDIA’S NEWSWATCH iNEWS-TO-WEB TOOL
CABSAT 2009, Stand no. ZN25, Dubai, 3-5th March – UAE-based satellite broadcaster Alaan TV has become the first service in the region to deploy SysMedia’s NewsWatch newsroom-to-web automation technology. The deal and installation was overseen by regional partner Wecom Global.
AKA teams up with Euphonix
Technical furniture specialist AKA Design and Euphonix, a leading manufacturer of large-format digital audio consoles, media controllers, and peripherals have teamed up to promote some of their products.
Argosy to Showcase Latest Infrastructure Portfolio at CabSat 2009
Argosy Cable, a leading UK-based international supplier of HD broadcast cables and studio infrastructure products, will showcase its latest range of products at CabSat (3-5 March 2009) in Dubai.
Latest Argosy Infrastructure Products to Showcase at NAB 2009
Argosy, a leading UK-based international supplier of HD broadcast cables and studio infrastructure products, will showcase its latest range of products at NAB (20-23 April 2009) in Las Vegas.
QuStream to display Cheetah, Integrity and new Cougar and Ocelot innovations at NAB 2009
QuStream Corporation will showcase its Cheetah range of routing equipment and Integrity 600 range of broadcast-quality signal processing, conversion and distribution modules on Booth N3421 at NAB 2009.
BROADCAST ELECTRONICS PARTNERS WITH DESBELL TECHNOLOGY TO SUPPLY TRANSMITTERS TO THE CHINA RADIO MARKET
Desbell to introduce BE transmitters, including new low power scalable FM transmitter, to China
LAUNCHING PRO-5PLUS FROM VINTEN
Vinten®, a Vitec Group brand, has responded to demands from users of today’s DV-based multi-purpose cameras with a stunning new addition to its trusted Protouch lightweight camera support range. Introducing the Pro-5Plus.
SATELLITE 2009 Conference Kicks Off On March 25, 2009 with an In-Depth Look at the State of Satellite-Enabled Communications Marketplace
The event will be held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington D.C., March 24-27, 2009
