THIS MONTH IN BROADCAST < Riedel unveils MediorNet Compact More cost effective entry into Riedel’s integrated media signal distribution and processing system revealed at NAB 2011
RIEDEL COMMUNICATIONS unveiled MediorNet Compact, the newest member to the MediorNet product family, at the 2011 NAB show in Las Vegas. Compact is a more cost effective entry into Riedel’s integrated media signal distribution and processing system, offering a true real-time media network, including integrated signal processing, at the cost of simple
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MediorNet Compact offers true, real-time networking at the cost of simple multiplexing point-to-point products.
multiplexing point-to-point products. With a network bandwidth of 50Gbit/s, MediorNet Compact provides enough capacity for bi-directional transport of 12 HD-SDI signals, dozens of MADI streams or GBit-Ethernet signals and hundreds of audio channels or intercom ports – ideal for streamlining the infrastructure of any mobile, studio or live event application. The system provides connectivity for up to 12 3G/HD/SD-SDI signals, four AES
ports, two MADI
interfaces and four analog audio I/Os, with high-quality mic preamps and a dynamic range of 117 dB. It features an interface for Riedel RockNet digital audio networks, two DisplayPort outputs, three Gbit Ethernet ports and connections for serial data and GPIs. One Sync input and three Sync outputs complete the interfaces. Compact is fully compatible with other MediorNet systems and supports all
network topologies including ring, daisy-chain, star or any combination of these. The units can be equipped with various fiber connectors, ranging from install-friendly LC connectors to road-proof Neutrik opticalCONs with integrated WDM multiplexing technology. The device features integrated
TSL signs major integration deal for studios at Sky News Arabia
TSL HAS signed a major integration deal for the technical fit out of studios, production and broadcasting functions for Sky News Arabia, the new Arabic language 24-hour rolling news channel due to launch in 2012 across the Middle East and North Africa. Work on the project has already begun. Based in Abu Dhabi, Sky News Arabia is a joint venture between British Sky Broadcasting (BSkyB) and Abu Dhabi Media Investment Corporation (ADMIC), a private investment company, also based in Abu Dhabi. Available in both HD and SD formats,
Sky News Arabia will broadcast free-to- air to over 50 million households across the MENA region and will also be available on the Sky platform in the UK. TSL managing director David Phillips
said: “We are of course delighted to have won such a prestigious and high profile project. The establishment of our Middle East office two years ago is proving to have been an excellent investment, by giving TSL expertise readily available on the ground to pursue, deliver and support business in the region. This is a highly significant addition to our other recent
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local projects which include ongoing work for OSN and twofour54 in the UAE together with North West University in Qatar, adding to other systems recently built worldwide by TSL at MediaCityUK and TV New Zealand.”
Phillips added: “TSL has always been recognised for our high quality in this region but with an expanding local presence we can now offer that same TSL quality at a highly competitive price.” >
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signal processing tools, such as Frame Store Synchronizer, Embedder/De- Embedder, Test Pattern Generator, On-Screen Display and Timecode Insertion at every port. >
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Anhui Radio and TV Center upgrades
ONE OF the largest and most advanced TV theatres in Asia, at the Anhui Radio and Television Center, was recently outfitted with a Studer Vista 9 and two Soundcraft Vi6 digital consoles. Advanced Communication Equipment
(ACE) supplied the two-level auditorium, which is capable of hosting 3,200 guests in a total of 4,300 square metres, with the new consoles. The Center uses its Vista 9 in the broadcast area and the two Vi6 consoles as live sound and mix boards. The three mixers can work independently or as backups for each other, ensuring a reliable system. “Keeping our system functional and safe is our number one priority, so having the capability of a redundant system keeps our productions online at all times,” explained Li Guangyun, senior engineer at Anhui TV Production Center. “Selecting the perfect equipment is a large task that we take very seriously,” he continued. “The Studer and Soundcraft consoles have proved to be the perfect systems for our needs. They’re very convenient to operate and more importantly, offer a great sound.” >
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