MULTICHANNEL AUDIO ENCODER/DECODER
Dolby Laboratories Dolby E DP571/DP572: Encodes up to eight channels of digital audio and metadata for use in DTV program production and broadcast distribution; decodes Dolby E bitstreams for use in DTV program production and broadcast distribution infrastructure.
415-645-5293;www.dolby.com
700MHZ ANTENNAS
Dielectric 7C, 7P and 7S Series: Antennas can be horizontally, vertically or circularly polarized; 7C Series consists of slotted coaxial antennas designed for applications requiring a lightweight, 6MHz or 10MHz solution in the 700MHz band; the 7P Series meets both omnidirectional and unique pattern requirements with either horizontal or vertical polarization; the 7S Series is designed for applications requiring a horizontally polarized, omnidirectional broadband solution.
207-655-4555;www.dielectric.com
HD/SDI FOUR-CHANNEL AUDIO EMBEDDER/DISEMBEDDER
AJA HD10AMA: Disembedder provides four analog audio outputs; embedder is user-selectable, on a channel pair basis, to either pass SDI input audio or to embed input analog audio; analog audio levels are selectable.
530-274-2048;www.aja.com
BIDIRECTIONAL ANALOG CONVERTER
Blackmagic Design Multibridge: Simultaneously converts from digital to analog, and analog to digital; supports 12 channels of SDI-embedded audio and converts to and from eight channels of AES and four channels of pro analog balanced audio.
+31 20 616 9424;www.blackmagic-design.com
5.1 SOURCE INPUT HANDLING
Calrec Audio System Plus: Allows for comprehensive adjustment of individual discrete elements via a custom-designed spill panel; using one fader per surround channel, an operator uses the resources of 2x stereo channels for L/R and LS/RS, and 2x mono channels for center and LFE.
+44 1422 842159;www.calrec.com
DIGITAL WIRELESS INTERCOM
Clear-Com FreeSpeak: Features complete programmability with up to six communications routes per beltpack; users can remote and customize coverage areas, as well as connect with two wired party-line and four digital matrix channels.
+44 1223 815000;www.clearcom.com
TRANSMITTERS AND REPEATERS
DMT: Range includes digital and “digital-ready” analog models in VHF and UHF bands, with air or liquid cooling; offer 0.1W to 40kW output power; compatible with all types of digital terrestrial TV networks.
+44 118 986 6123;www.dmtonline.com
MULTI-DISPLAY AND SIGNAL MONITORING SYSTEM
Evertz MVP: Allows users to resize and relocate up to 72 auto-detected HD-SDI, SD-SDI or composite analog video inputs on one or more displays; each input is resizable more than once and shown on the same or multiple displays.
+44 1895 458 444;www.evertz.com
BI-AMPLIFIED MONITORING SYSTEM
Genelec 8120A: The company's smallest speaker system (height with Iso-Pod is 242mm, width is 151mm and depth is 142mm); designed for monitoring in difficult listening environments, particularly those compromised by lack of space; has a die-cast aluminum minimum diffraction enclosure.
508-652-0900;www.genelec.com
VTR
Grass Valley Turbo iDDR: Leverages the digital storage, networking and media-management capabilities of the company's Profile video servers; fits into any existing environment; users can load content as audio or video, or as files from removable media.
+33 1 34 20 70 00;www.grassvalley.com
CONTENT DELIVERY PLATFORM
Harris H-Class: Provides broadcasters and content providers with the means to integrate disparate processes into a single, modular system; handles all content management and delivery enterprise-wide from creation to consumption; based on open standards.
217-221-7180;www.broadcast.harris.com
SD/HD EDITOR
Leitch VelocityNX: A full-featured HD/SD craft editor for NEXIO environments; based on the Velocity user interface; integrated into the NEXIO SAN; features the ability to edit Leitch native SD and HD files directly from the NEXIO shared storage architecture.
+44 1344 446 000;www.leitch.com
DUAL HD MONITOR SET
Marshall Electronics V-R72P-2HDA: Features high-resolution, 1.2 million pixel screens with completely digital signal processing; designed specifically for analog applications; accepts DVI and HDMI computer or video signals plus all SD and HD analog video standards and signal types.
800-800-6608;www.lcdracks.com
MODULAR ROUTER
Network Electronics VikinX: Consists of a 128 × 128 AES router and a 64 × 64 analog audio router; features dual hot-swappable and load-sharing power supplies; supports dual and redundant system control and monitoring tools.
+44 29 2067 1760;www.network-electronics.com
FIBER-OPTIC CONNECTORS
Neutrik OpticalCon: Consists of an all-metal and dirt-protected chassis and cable connector; increases the reliability and maximizes the uptime; offers the choice of using a cost-effective LC connector as a permanent connection.
+423 2325393;www.neutrik.com
DYNAMIC AUTOMATION
Salzbrenner STAGETEC AURUS SnapMix: Allows for storing complex mixes or effects as SnapMixes; SnapMixes can be recalled regardless of the presence of external time code, with the internal clock of the AURUS used as a sync reference; allows for asymmetrical fades between two stored snapshots for precisely reproducing complex panning effects.
+49 9545 440 0;www.stagetec.com
DIGITAL/ANALOG RECEIVER
Nucomm CR6D: Comes with an internal MPEG-2 decoder and COFDM demodulator; compatible with most remote controls; capable of multiband operation when used with block downconverters.
908-852-3700;www.nucomm.com
NEWSROOM WORKFLOW SYSTEM
OCTOPUS Newsroom Octopus 5: Improved comprehensive search tool now looks for locally stored data, as well as indexes Web content gained from RSS feeds; new feature allows users to store defined filters and create their own piece of main menu.
+420 221 181 511;www.octopus-news.com
HD MEDIA SERVER
Omneon Spectrum HD: Features integrated capability for the simultaneous playback of SD and HD content on either the same channel or independent channel; HD MediaPort playout modules can support one or two channels of HD MPEG playout of 4:2:0 and 4:2:2 material at bit rates up to 78Mb/s.
+44 1256 884 450;www.omneon.com
HD CAMCORDER
Panasonic AG-HVX200 P2 Palmcorder: Switchable between SD and HD and between interlaced and progressive; uses P2 solid-state storage of MXF files; supports all 1080, 720 and 480 signals at 24p and 30p frame rates.
201-348-5300;www.panasonic.com
PLAYOUT SYSTEM
Telenor Satellite Broadcasting SBc Playout: You provide Telenor with the programming and a schedule; Telenor stores the programming and later broadcasts it according to the specified times; ideal for smaller operators that do not have their own production facilities.
+44 207 923 6500;www.telenorsbc.com
DIGITAL VIDEO PROCESSING
Terayon DM 6400 Network CherryPicker: Applications include grooming of custom channel line-ups, rate shaping and statistical multiplexing; designed to deliver superior picture quality for both SD and HD digital video services; now features support for the H.264/AVC advanced codec.
408-235-5500;www.terayon.com
WAVELENGTH MANAGER
Telecast Fiber Systems Teleport: Coarse wavelength division multiplexing wavelength manager; provides high-bandwidth multiplexing for 32 digital signals on two single-mode fibers; features 1300nm and 1550nm inputs.
508-754-4858;www.telecast-fiber.com
AUDIO MONITOR
ATG Broadcast SAM-E: New SDI audio extractor option provides push-button, front-panel access to each of the eight audio channel pairs; is ideal for multichannel or multi-language applications; has eight stereo inputs, digital carrier auto-sensing and amplified stereo outputs; designed for desktop or rack-based installation.
+44 1462 485 4444;www.atgbroadcast.co.uk
ARCHIVE MANAGEMENT
Front Porch Digital DIVArchive 5.9: Key enhancements include broader interoperability with MXF devices, multi-site archive distribution, archive partitioning, enhanced Unicode support, expanded format support for partial restore, and stronger integration with leading nonlinear editing platforms.
+33 4 50 88 37 70;www.fpdigital.com
MULTI-DEFINITION MODULES
Ross Video RossGear MD: Multi-definition modules for distribution, monitoring, format conversion, frame synchronization, audio embedding and processing; handles all SD-SDI and HD-SDI signals; has a 2RU modular MD frame; designed to complement the Synergy MD line of switchers.
613-652-4886;www.rossvideo.com
HDTV DIGITAL WIRELESS CAMERA SYSTEM
Link Research LinkHD: Maintains full detail and resolution of HD format TV pictures throughout transmission; uses MPEG compression and modulation techniques; low transmission delay, low-power requirement and a robust diversity signal; has bit rate between 18Mb/s and 50Mb/s and will operate in HQ mode or rugged mode, with bandwidth of 20MHz or 10MHz.
+44 1923 200900;www.linkres.co.uk
HD-SDI TEST SIGNAL GENERATOR
Wohler Technologies Penpal-HD: Produces 32 video test patterns in 18 HD formats, each of which can be combined with three different audio tone settings; capabilities include three moving test patterns, pathologicals and four stereo pairs of AES audio embedded in the HD-SDI signal.
650-589-5676;www.wohler.com
BROWSING SYSTEM
Omneon ProBrowse: Create and view low-resolution versions (proxies) of full-resolution material contained within an Omneon Spectrum system; monitors content directories within an Omneon Spectrum server and automatically generates low-resolution versions of all material, including any new material being ingested or copied into the Omneon Spectrum system over FTP.
+44 1256 884 450;www.omneon.com
BATTERY
Anton/Bauer HyTron 140: Employs a special nickel metal hydride cell technology developed for low emission vehicles and e-bikes; capable of loads up to 12A; provides a capacity improvement greater than 16 percent compared to the current HyTron 120.
203-929-1100www.antonbauer.com
VIDEO DISK ARRAY SERIES
Proavio editBOX: Has five removable SATA II disks and an eSATA interface; accommodates multistream 10-bit video; features an eSATA PCI-X host adapter for Macintosh or Windows operating systems; supplies sustained throughputs of more than 160MB/s; has a RAID-0 architecture.
562-777-3488;www.proavio.com
MULTICHANNEL AUDIO-SPLITTERS
Lawo alphaton MPV-43P: Is a 19in 1RU device; offers four channels with one input split into three outputs; inputs and outputs as XLR connectors are provided on the shot-blasted and anodized front panel; offers an individually switchable 48V-phantom power for each of the four channels.
416-292-0078;www.lawo.de
PRO PATCH
ADC Optical Normal Through Panel: Fiber source and destination connections are on the rear of the panel, with a normal through connection between the source and destination ports; 3RU chassis houses six modules to provide 24 fiber terminations; 4RU chassis houses six modules to provide 48 fiber terminations; modules are available with or without monitor ports on the front.
952-938-8080;www.adc.com
LCD MONITOR
Marshall Electronics V-R70P-HDSDI: Features a high resolution, TFT-Megapixel screen with 1.2 million pixels and digital signal processing; is constructed with a durable enclosure featuring an optical-grade polycarbonate protective cover and anti-glare/anti-reflective screen; includes an AV-mount battery adapter; runs four to six hours on optional 50WH battery; analog signals can be converted to 10-bit digital.
800-800-6608;www.lcdracks.com
VOLTAGE REGULATOR
Furman Sound: AR-15 — Series II: Delivers a stable 120 ±5 VAC whenever the input AC line voltage is between 97V and 141V; features Linear Filtering Technology (LiFT) with zero ground contamination; has Series Multi-Stage Protection Plus (SMP+) with Extreme Voltage Shutdown (EVS); output capacity is 15A; features eight outlets on the back panel and one on the front.
707-763-1010;www.furmansound.com
FLUID HEADS
Sachtler SPEEDBALANCE: Includes seven new fluid heads; offers payloads ranging from 1kg to 16kg and 25kg for Video 20 SB; features either 10 or 12 step counterbalance, resulting in extremely fine graduation and an increased payload range; uses Sachtler's step switching, which allows camera operators to balance the fluid head and camera quickly.
516-867-4900;www.sachtler.com
2-D/3-D BROADCAST GRAPHICS PLATFORM
Leitch Technology, Inscriber Inca RTX HD: Supports HD and SD graphic solutions, including real-time animations and audio transitions; develop custom graphic applications; provides up-to-the-minute data, dynamic graphics and effects within interactive programs.
519-570-9111;www.inscriber.com
MASTER CONTROL PROCESSOR
Utah Scientific HD/SD-2020: Provides digital audio and video processing for master control switching applications; can hold two independent signal processing channels; offers a full range of mixing and keying functionality.
801-575-8801;www.utahscientific.com
FIBER OPTIC VIDEO/AUDIO/DATA TRANSMISSION PLATFORM
Opticomm Optiva: Build a transmission platform based on user-specific needs; online product configurator selects the exact video, audio and data signals needed to transport optics and connectors and the most suitable housing unit; receive an automatically generated quotation with a diagram of the system.
858-450-0143;www.opticomm.com
MULTIFORMAT ROUTER
Quartz Xenon: New developments include audio and signal processing technology (SPT) modules; SPTs include a multiviewer, multilevel keyer, animated logo inserter and base-level master control switcher.
+44 118 935 0200;www.quartzuk.com
CATALOG
Bird Electronic RF and Microwave Components catalog: Offers several product groups, including attenuators, terminators, loads, couplers, signal samplers, dividers/combiners and filters; features Bird Electronic's Design to Order capabilities; new product additions include terminations, signal samplers, 600W tunable harmonic filters, mobile duplexers, 350W directional couplers and 800W power dividers; users can configure their own signal distribution systems.
440-248-1200;www.bird-electronic.com
UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SYSTEM
Eaton Powerware 9355: Is available in 10kVA and 15kVA models; is 91-percent efficient, which reduces utility costs, extends battery runtimes and produces cooler operating conditions; has a tower design half the size of comparable three-phase UPSs.
216-523-5000l;www.eaton.com
PORTABLE DVR
Fast Forward Video FieldPro: Is powered by an external 12VDC power adapter; features video capture and playback at 60fps, resolution greater than 550 lines at 4:1 compression, user-selectable compression ratios ranging from 4:1 to 20:1, and recording times averaging from four to 20 minutes per gigabyte.
949-852-8404;www.ffv.com
DUAL-CHANNEL ON-CAMERA UHF RECEIVER
Azden 200UPR: The 63 frequency UHF receiver operates in the 794MHz-806MHz band; records the sound from two subjects simultaneously; is available in three pre-packaged systems, which includes the receiver and two mic/transmitters; features a crystal-controlled PLL synthesis and a two-channel, 3.mm, -58dB balanced mic-level jack; each channel has on/off switches, LEDs, group frequency selectors and dual high-gain antennas.
516-328-7500;www.azdencorp.com
MULTI-SYSTEM CONTROLLER
Video Technics Director 4.0: Enhances and optimizes large network performance, multi-system Apella playout and record network channel control; connects available Apella channels for network remote control; play, stop and recue events quickly from any VT Director client; search and browse the database; create and execute multichannel play lists.
404-327-8300;www.videotechnics.com
HD MONITOR
Cine-tal Philo: Features Cine-tal's Intelligent Display Server Technology in a 24in LCD monitor; is comprised of two models offering a variety of configurations for HD-SDI inputs and outputs; can be configured for up to four HD-SDI inputs; includes two levels of waveform monitor and vectorscope technology, a test signal generator and a rack-mount kit; features OmniTek's waveform monitor and vectorscope.
317-576-0091;www.cine-tal.com
SHOULDER-MOUNTED CAMCORDER SUPPORT SYSTEM
PAG Orbitor: Provides a balanced and stable shooting platform for handheld camcorders; camcorder's weight is supported and counterbalanced, enabling hours of shooting without fatigue; freedom of movement is achieved by a three-axis mechanism that enables the user to pan, tilt and roll smoothly.
+44 20 8540 4797;www.paguk.com
DIGITAL BELTPACK/HEADSET INTERCOM STATION
Riedel Performer: Offers an integrated two-channel solution for combined digital matrix and party-line intercoms; can be used stand-alone or in conjunction with matrix systems; is comprised of the C3 two-channel Digital Beltpack, the C44 System Interface and the C31 1×3 Split Box.
+49 2 02 292 90;www.riedel.net
SIGNAL ANALYZER
Leader Electronics LV5700A: New addition of delta and bar-graph display modes; enables operators to spot chroma gamut errors at a glance and identify the source colors; displayed on a high-resolution TFT color screen.
+31 40 2 645 345;www.elquip.com
