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Welcome to this 9th edition of feed, our newsletter for all things Protel.

This Video and Broadcast edition features,

Avids Media Composer 4 release

Digital Rapids product releases at IBC

Marshall Monitors

Black Magic product releases

Maxon Cinema 4D release 11.5

 

 
  Introducing Avid Media Composer 4
 

 

The worlds most advanced film and video editing system

Get the speed, flexibility, and confidence you need to achieve your creative vision, and deliver
compelling content on time and on budget with the new Avid Media Composer 4.
Mix and match formats, frame rates, and resolutions at broadcast quality in real time.
Access and edit XDCAM, P2, and GFCAM media directly, without transcoding or copying media.
Never lose sight of assets thanks to reliable media management.
Be more creative and productive with the newly enhanced Production Suite.
With prices starting at just $3,616NZ+GST, Media Composer software has never offered so much for so little. Unlock your potential and discover the world of Media Composer:

.Test-drive the new Media Composer 4 today and discover storytelling on the cutting edge or purchase your upgrade or new license from Protel.

 
Download Trial of Avid Media composer 4.0 here>>  
  Digital Rapids at IBC
 

 

Digital Rapids - Connecting Content to Opportunity

TV Technology STAR AwardDigital Rapids Celebrates Another Great IBC

IBC was another exceptional show for us, from our TV Technology Europe STAR Award win for our new MediaMesh content delivery system (see full product announcement below) to outstanding attendance at our educational sessions in the IBC Training Zone.

Below are some of the highlights of our IBC announcements.

Digital Rapids Enables Smoother Streaming and Advanced Workflows with Stream 3.1 Encoding Upgrade

Digital Rapids has unleashed a significant new version of the Stream software for our versatile, multi-format encoding and live streaming systems. Version 3.1 enhancements include live and on-demand Microsoft IIS Smooth Streaming; expanded formats including XDCAM HD422 at 50Mbps and RED camera files; and new features supporting downstream advertising insertion and aspect ratio management workflows.


Digital Rapids Unlocks the Power of Digital Content Distribution
with MediaMesh

Digital Rapids MediaMeshDigital Rapids launched the new MediaMesh content distribution system. Combining a robust, scalable delivery framework with full-featured, flexible receiving and repurposing appliances, MediaMesh provides efficient, automated delivery of digital media between content providers, contributors, aggregators and distribution partners. MediaMesh enables fully digital distribution of HD, SD and Digital Cinema content over public and private terrestrial IP networks and satellites, providing exceptional efficiency and significant cost savings.

 

Digital Rapids Unveils New Features and Storage Options for TouchStream Live Streaming Appliance

Digital Rapids TouchStream applianceDigital Rapids has unveiled enhancements to the award-winning TouchStream live streaming appliance. Administrators can configure a custom set of interface controls to be locked with a password, limiting the functions available to basic users to as little as desired. Taking one click streaming a step further to no clicks at all. TouchStream can also be configured to begin streaming upon power up, without user interaction.


Digital Rapids Adds Features from AFD to XDCAM in Transcode Manager

Digital Rapids Transcode Manager WorkflowPowerful new features have been added to the Digital Rapids Transcode Manager automated media transcoding software. Mirroring the enhancements in the 3.1 software for StreamZ and StreamZHD, new Transcode Manager features include creation of file-based content for Microsoft IIS Smooth Streaming; expanded format support; Active Format Description (AFD) insertion; and embedding of SCTE 35 cues for downstream ad replacement.

 
 
  Marshall Monitors - Now available from Protel
 

 

Australia's Global Television offers the largest and most advanced OB vans in the southern hemisphere. Their HD1 and HD2 "super trucks" were entirely designed and built in Australia and provide the largest production area of any Australian OB van. These state-of-the-art units offer seating for 33 operators and accommodate up to 38 cameras and 24 video replay channels.

Global TV's HD1 OB van uses the following Marshall products:

(31) dual 10.4" IMD monitors V-R1042-IMD-TE4U
(16) 17" IMD monitors V-R171-IMD-HDSDI
(11) dual 8.4" monitors V-R842DP-AFHD
(2) 23 " IMD monitors V-R231-IMD-HDSDI
(1) Network Control Box NCB-1004

Call Protel for a current price for a Marshall Video Monitor.

 
Visit the Marshall website >>  
tab   Black Magic
 

 

Below are the most recent Press Releases from BlackMagic.

The leading Post Production Company Smoke & Mirrors Buys 2 DaVinci Resolve R360 Systems

New Massive Software Update for all DeckLink Cards. New DeckLink v7.3 includes ProRes 4:4:4:4, RED easy setups, 1080p50/60 support and DeckLink Studio 2 for Windows and Mac OS X 10.6 support.Blackmagic

New Low Price for Studio Videohub Routers. Studio Videohub 16 x 32 SDI router with 3 Gb/s SDI support 16 x 16 RS-422 control, automatic auto switch and full SDI re-clocking makes professional routing more affordable! NZD $4,479.00 + GST. Perfect for the video production studio.

New DeckLink Studio 2. The worlds first low cost 10 bit SD, HD switchable editing card with SDI, HDMI, component, S-Video and composite capture and playback, hardware down converter and 4 channel balanced audio for NZD $1,159.00 + GST

New HDLink Pro DisplayPort. The worlds first HD and 2K monitoring solution for new DisplayPort monitors that features deep color support, 3 Gb/s SDI, 3D interactive lookup tables and 6 channels of audio.

Blackmagic Design Announces the Purchase of all Assets of DaVinci Systems LLC. The world’s greatest color correction systems and film restoration products from DaVinci are now part of Blackmagic Designs family of high quality post production tools!

 

 

 
BlackMagic more info >>  
tab   Maxon Cinema 4D revision 11.5 release
 

 

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MAXON Unveils CINEMA 4D Release 11.5. Professional 3D Graphics Just Got Easier!
Comprehensive upgrade provides powerful image quality, rendering and workflow enhancements and offers updated version of popular motion graphics module (MoGraph 2) jam-packed with new functionality to inspire breathtaking 3D animations.

Key Highlights of CINEMA 4D Release 11.5

Superior Rendering Performance Including New Bucket Rendering

Enhanced Picture Viewer

Improved Interoperability and Integration

Powerful New Motion Graphics Capabilities

Support For New Operating Systems

Pricing and Availability:
CINEMA 4D R11.5 and the optional MoGraph 2 module are available now from Protel.

 
Visit Maxon website >>  
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