NEW PRODUCTS
PT8613
DK-Technologies
Module for the PT5300 HD-SD sync generator uses 1080p progressive scanning and 4:4:4 sampled component HD signals with up to 12-bit video resolution; allows 16 channels of audio test signals to be embedded into the video signal; provides a variety of test patterns, including dynamic patterns synchronized with the embedded audio for checking of AV synchronization; allows the insertion of a text label of up to 3 × 16 characters into the active video.
+45 4485 0255
www.dk-technologies.net
Prisma II HD-RXR
Scientific Atlanta
Each module contains two independent reverse optical receivers and two RF output ports; two modules can be stacked in an associated host module, which occupies a single-wide slot in the Prisma II chassis; up to 26 modules can operate in a standard 6RU chassis; available in both high gain and standard gain versions.
+32 56 445445
www.scientificatlanta.com
NET 1
Sennheiser
Wireless network system allows up to 10 receivers to be connected and works either with a PC or stand-alone; features a frequency management facility, frequency bank scanning, automatic distribution of frequencies to the receivers and wireless synchronization of the transmitters, simplifying setup; allows real-time monitoring and remote control, and integration with existing wireless systems.
+49 51306000;www.sennheiser.com
DP600
Dolby
File-based audio loudness analysis and correction system automatically normalizes the loudness of all file-based programming and commercials without affecting the original dynamic range by either adjusting metadata values or scaling the audio signal itself to a target loudness level; offers faster-than-real-time encoding and decoding of Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby E content, as well as transcoding between the formats; includes compatibility with many common broadcast media file formats.
+44 1793 842100;www.dolby.com
Headzone
beyerdynamic
Portable surround-sound mixing system provides headphone-based 5.1 surround-sound reproduction for broadcast, post-production, recording studios, mobile recording and video game sound design; offers patented ultrasonic headtracking system that locates the orientation of the listener's head with respect to the source material and adjusts the audio accordingly; allows the operator complete freedom of movement; offers an advanced room simulation program that allows the operators to create an ideal auditory space in which to monitor the surround audio.
+49 7131 6170
www.beyerdynamic.com
AP×585
Audio Precision
Audio analyzer with eight simultaneous channels of analog I/O designed specifically for multichannel audio products features a user-interface that allows operators to take measurements almost immediately; enables operators to automate entire test sequences, which then generate customizable graphic reports on individual test settings and results every time a sequence is run; features a continuous sweep method that can take multiple measurements at once.
+1 503 627 0832;www.ap.com
HD-RH1
Iconix
High-definition POV three-CCD remote camera system features a 1/3in progressive 16:9 image sensor, backed by a 1/3in three-CCD prism system for optics, using 14-bit quantization at the A/D conversion and processing steps; prism leverages an asynchronous signal processing architecture that runs the CCD imagers at a different clock rate from the output signal; captures and outputs video in both NTSC and PAL formats in all HD resolutions, including 720p, 1080i and 1080p, while supporting frame rates of 24fps, 25fps, 30fps, 50fps and 60fps; includes outputs of HD-SDI as two single-link 4:2:2, dual-link 4:4:4 RGB/YcbCr, DBI-I and analog outputs.
+1 800 783 1080
www.iconixvideo.com
Hybrid Fiber Breakout Box
Gepco
Single-channel 4.5in SMPTE 304M hybrid fiber to ST breakout box breaks out to two ST female connectors on a recessed, protective metal top plate with optional electrical connectors; allows for an HD camera to ccu interconnection over existing fiber tie-lines and can be used for Lemo terminated hybrid fiber cables to standard ST fiber connectors; features ceramic ferules and sleeves for high-quality optical alignment and low loss, a chassis constructed from heavy gauge anodized aluminum, and replaceable fiber jumpers and metal dust caps.
+1 847 795 9555;www.gepco.com
SMK4061
DPA Microphones
Stereo microphone kit based around a pair of 4061 miniature series omnidirectional microphones provides accurate sound quality for both live and recording applications; features capability to handle extreme sound pressure levels that occur when mounting the microphones in very close proximity to, or on, the instrument; includes a variety of mounting accessories such as magnetic mounts and boundary layer mounts, which transform the mics into pressure zone mics for a wide range of positioning options.
+45 4814 2828
www.dpamicrophones.com
MZ-M200
Sony
Hi-MD recorder for broadcast and ENG application provides the ability to both record and play in Hi-MD and MD formats; features larger buttons for basic record and playback operations, a true overload indicator, a manual recording level control and an ECM-DS70P stereo microphone; accepts removable 1GB Mini Discs for up to 94 minutes of linear PCM uncompressed recording time and up to 34 hours in ATRAC3 plus format; includes USB 2.0 port for Mac and Windows OS.
+44 1256 355011;www.sonybiz.net
XA22×7BES
Fujinon
Compact, lightweight HD studio box lens features a focal length ranging from 7mm to 154mm, and F-stop ramping characteristics; incorporates a belt drive for zoom and focus; features minimal focus breathing, 14-bit control (16-bit optional) with external port for robotics interface and accepts a 127mm filter in the front barrel; offers all the features of the company's DIGI POWER controls; features LED indicators for zoom, iris and extender on the outside of the lens; comes with a support that fits on standard ENG-capable tripods, studio pedestals and robotics systems.
+49 2154 9240;www.fujinon.de
p1411A
precisionWave
High-performance RF vector signal generator includes a spectrum analyzer display and an internal IQ waveform generator, which can generate other signal types, specify data content or create worst-case signal scenarios for development and testing; produces high accuracy EDGE, GSM, IS-95, NADC, PHS, WCDMA and CW signals, serving the 800MHz and 1700MHz cellular bands; features a 7in TFT display with touch-panel controls and very low phase noise 10MHz internal frequency reference, which allows the source to accept an external 10MHz reference signal for synchronization with other devices and test equipment.
+1 866 386 6798
www.precisionwave.com
Stereo compressor
DakingPlus
System features dual monochrome LCD displays with LED backlighting in 2RU; displays parameters on-screen in text and graphic form; displays metering on the LCD screens as well, with six meters simultaneously showing the input, output and gain reduction of both channels; can store and retrieve presets from built-in Web server; allows users to display and change settings of the selected channel, download/upload the presets and e-mail or store the settings for future use through any Web browser.
+1 302 658 7003;www.daking.com
Duality
Solid State Logic
Large-format production console enables channel processing to be placed in the input or monitor path of the workstation by using a new split channel path; features a Variable Harmonic Drive input stage on each channel in addition to a SuperAnalogue mic amp; features both E and G series equalizers and peak sensing RMS/over-easy compression; offers VCA style or moving fader automation and complete control over DAW parameters from the console channel rotaries, and multiple stereo busses or multiple 5.1 stems to optimize use of a full set of 5.1 pan/positioning controls on each channel; features a control surface that adds TFT display across all channels, and Eyeconix, which enables the use of icons and images as track markers.
+44 1865 842300
www.solid-state-logic.com
OMX-RGB2YUV
Ocean Matrix
Multipile-standard converter converts RGB video to component video, enabling RGB video to be displayed on plasma monitors and displays equipped with component video inputs; supports different sync variants on the RGB inputs, recognizes any sync polarity and is compatible with both video-level (.3V) and TTL-level syncs; transcodes any RGB video to component format and operates with any video resolution.
+1 800 543 0909 ext. 1
www.tecnec.com
PCM-D1
Sony
Portable recorder outfitted with built-in condenser microphones and a high-performance mic preamp from analog devices features a 24-bit/96kHz recording capability and 4GB internal flash memory; incorporates a built-in USB 2.0 port for both Mac and Windows OS; includes analog level meters with LED peak overload indicators, an LCD display with recorder status indication and menu selection, and signal processing functions such as SBM, limiter and 200Hz high-pass filter.
+44 1256 355011;www.sonybiz.net
VM6000
Tektronix
Automatic video measurement set runs on a new hardware platform; is equipped with high-speed signal acquisition hardware and optimized video measurement algorithms; detects video format automatically and is capable of testing SD (480i, 480p, 576i and 576p) and HD (720p, 1080i and 1080p) video formats; enables users to freely select test patterns; uses the DPO7000 oscilloscope platform with a 12.1in, XGA, high-resolution touch-panel display; supports software options for the basic oscilloscope functions of timing measurement, power measurement, serial data and compliance testing for Ethernet and USB 2.0.
+49 221 9477 400;www.tektronix.com
GY-HD251E
JVC
Camcorder offers live, uncompressed 1080i/60 and 720p/60 via HD-SDI with embedded audio; features optional KA-HD250E studio adapter with full 26-pin camera control alongside the HD-SDI and SDI output; operates at 12V DC via either the built-in battery V-plate or the four-pin XLR input; features include BNCs for genlock, time code in/out, SDI and HD-SDI out and a six-pin connector for remote control; comes equipped with dynamic shading compensation to minimize lens aberrations.
+49 6031 6050;www.jvcproeurope.com
Medway
Marquis
Server eliminates file compatibility issues that occur when media and its associated metadata move between target devices; uses an intuitive drag-and-drop interface that allows users to browse and select clips from a server, and drag them into an editing/finishing program; allows EDLs from browse editing applications to be imported directly onto the NLE timeline along with all associated media files; supports DV, DVCPRO 25 and IMX at 30Mb/s, 40Mb/s and 50Mb/s in both PAL and NTSC media formats.
+44 118 984 4111;www.marquisbroadcast.com
DM240XR-ACM
Radyne
Open standard DVB-S2 ACM/VCM modulators include DVB-S2 CM, VCM and ACM mode support; are fully DVB-S and DVB-S2 compliant; enable data rates up to 250Mb/s; feature PRO-MPEG gigabit Ethernet interface, as well as ASI, DVB Parallel, HSSI and G.703.
+44 1420 540 233;www.radn.com
Pure Digital Fiberlink 7250 Series
CSI
RoHS-compliant all-digital fiber-optic system transmits RGB at resolutions up to WUXGA and stereo audio over two single-mode or multimode fibers; uses all-digital technology and no compression, adjustments, scaling or color space conversion; features compatibility with any RGB display that supports VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA, SXGA+, UXGA and WUXGA (640 × 480 up to 1920 × 1200), plus HDTV resolutions of 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p (RGBHV format only); allows the two fibers to be cross-connected, allowing each to be connected to either input on the receiver unit without affecting system operation.
+1 631 273 0404;www.commspecial.com
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