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Greetings and welcome to our May video/broadcast newsletter. There's lots of exciting post-NAB 2010 announcements we wish to bring to your attention so please read on for:

  • Industry first bag/tripod all-in-one by Petrol
  • Easy to use live video streaming
  • Compact and portable HD-SDI switchers
  • Telestream wins STAR Award for Vantage
  • Mirror mirror on the camera
  • What's CS5? Adobe's new release now available
  • Transporting HD video over long distance
 
Innovative new bag from Petrol

Petrol Bags™ Cambio convertible equipment bag/camera support system is an industry first. A carry-on sized smooth-rolling camera carrier that transforms into a lightweight support system for small video camcorders, Cambio allows users to travel lighter, avoiding waiting for baggage, and set up quickly once they’ve arrived at the location.

The Cambio has won 3 designing awards at NAB 2010: from Digital Video, TV Technology and Event DV Magazine. Petrol Bags 10th anniversary celebration this year, prompted the design of a new line of bags called the, BLACK DECA LINE. The new black bags have an elegant look and include unique industrial features such as: LED lighting system, Shock Absorber, Replaceable Logo and additional surprises.

>> Industry First by Petrol >>

Deliver live video to a wider audience

TouchStream appliances from Digital Rapids are ideal for on-location live streaming of events such as concerts and sporting matches; remote news coverage; courtroom proceedings; PEG (public, education and government) applications; corporate communications; worship; and more. Application-targeted models let you choose the right configuration for your format needs, from Flash, Silverlight and QuickTime (Darwin server) powered web experiences to IPTV set-top boxes and mobile phones.

>> Location Streaming >>

Great new Datavideo products


Do you need a rugged and very portable HD Digital Video Switcher at a great price? The SE2000 HD Digital Video Switcher from Datavideo is designed to deliver HD quality with an array of simple-to-operate features.

The Datavideo HS-2000 is a compact, broadcast quality HD-SDI mobile video studio ideal as a fly away kit. Whether you're working in worship, education, conducting a live outside broadcast or shooting inside a production studio, the Datavideo SE-2000 HD video and audio switcher enables you to switch seamlessly between video and audio sources and blend high-quality digital content on the fly, even without external genlock, thanks to the built in time base corrector.

>> More info here >>

Telestream Vantage wins STAR Award

New enterprise-class video workflow design and automation software recognized by editors as one of the most innovative technologies for the media industry.

Vantage is the industry’s first enterprise-class software solution that integrates silos of digital video processing into a single managed workflow. Developed for media and entertainment companies and organizations with high-volume video processing needs, Vantage allows users to design and automate any number or type of video workflows.

Vantage
combines media capture, transcoding, clip management, analysis, QC, and metadata processing into one unified workflow design and automation framework. Vantage integrates with all the major media servers, edit systems, streaming servers, cable VOD servers, SANs and virtually any network digital device in a company’s facility. The modular nature of Vantage allows enterprises to simplify the migration to IT workflows, improve video operations, and more easily address new multi-platform business opportunities and revenue streams.

>> Transforming Workflow Forever >>

Mirror Image release new Teleprompters


Teleprompter manufacturer Mirror Image has released 3 new series of products. The CC Camcorder Series is the only prompter system designed to match up with flush mounted compact camcorder lens. Features an all metal hood and foam “light tight” gasket to replace the traditional fabric hood.

The Mirror Eye Series will enable you to shoot perfect eye to eye interviews.

The SP Series speech prompters give speakers the ultimate advantage at the podium.

>> Speak at the (Tele) Prompt >>

Adobe CS5 - here at Protel

  • Over 250 new features
  • Two new products: Flash Catalyst & Flash Builder
  • Built for Windows 7 and Snow Leopard
  • True, native 64-bit support

Are you aware Protel are now an Adobe Silver Partner? This time why not purchase your Adobe upgrade or new CS5 from Protel.

>> Adobe from Protel >>

AJA release SDI/Fibre Optical Converters


FiDO is a family of SDI/Optical Fiber converters. FiDO allows the transport of SDI, HD-SDI, and 3G SDI over distances up to 10km using standard single-mode fiber optic cable with LC connectors. FiDo converters are rugged, versatile, and suitable for indoor or outdoor use.

>> AJA mini-converters >>
 
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