August 2012
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TVBEurope 51 IBC2012 Sneak Preview Sony Believing beyond HD By Adrian Pennington
DOMINATING HALL 12 once again and delivering its ‘Believe Beyond HD’ vision, Sony hopes to demonstrate how its products are enabling European customers to take the lead in the content creation and distribution markets. From developing a complete 4K workflow including the F65 and SR Master recording options to its continued innovation in technologies such as the Optical Disc Archive system or stereo 3D, Sony says it will show how it is using its “immense technological power
Fujinon
New OB work zoom lenses
By David Fox
FUJIFILM EUROPE’S Optical Devices Division will have several new lenses at IBC, including a 77x zoom for outside broadcast work, two new PL-mount zooms for digital cinema work, and two 19x lenses.
The XA77x9.5BESM is a HD telephoto lens designed for sports coverage. Its features include: OS Tech image stabilisation; an advanced diagnostic Focused Intelligent Network Diagnosis system for preventative maintenance and troubleshooting; dustproof and anti-fogging technology; 16-bit optical encoding output for accuracy in virtual environments; an advanced back focus system that allows very close macro shots; and ‘an attractive price point’. The lightweight ZK4.7x19SAM is latest in Fujinon’s PL Premier PL-mount zoom range. The 19-90mm lens includes: a detachable servo drive unit, so it can work as a standard PL-mount lens as well as an ENG-Style lens; flange
Integrated Microwave Technologies
Cine or ENG style: The versatile ZK4.7x19SAM lightweight 19-90mm PL-mount zoom
focal distance adjustment; macro; Lens Data System and /i metadata compatibility. Fujinon will also show a prototype of a new ZK3.5x85SAM lightweight telephoto PL-mount zoom. It is also showing two models
of its new 19x zoom: The XA19x7.4BESM small box style lens and HA19x7.4BE barrel style lens, which are claimed to be the first lenses in such a compact size to feature three floating zoom groups and Aspherics, which combine to produce unsurpassed optical performance. They also feature the latest EBC coating technology to give richer colours and improved blue response and transmittance. 11.C20
2-GHz microLite HD transmitter revealed
By Ian McMurray
THE RF Central 2-GHz microLite HD transmitter from Integrated Microwave Technologies receives its official introduction to the European market at IBC. The camera-mountable
transmitter features SD/HD encoding capabilities in a miniature transmit solution package and has, says the company, been specially designed to address both domestic and international broadcasting band requirements within a single unit. It now includes coverage from 1.9 to 2.5GHz and delivers up to 200mW from a package of less than 12 cubic inches. Developed for a new generation of HD (SDI)
capable compact cameras, the transmitter supports video and embedded audio transmission. The unit’s size makes it, claims the company, ideal for broadcast ENG operations. The 2-GHz microLite HD
may be camera mounted via a hot shoe or paired with Litepanels’ camera-mounted lighting solutions. It features H.264 SD and HD encoding capabilities and operates in the standard 2k DVB-T COFDM mode. The H.264 video encoder supports the main profile of the H.264 standard, providing a 30% bit-rate reduction or video quality improvement — compared to encoders that only support the H.264 baseline profile, notes the company. 1.D40
to serve the individual needs of its customers.”
“IBC2012 is an important opportunity to meet many of our customers and show them how our innovative solutions can help meet their business needs,” said Olivier Bovis, head of AV Media, Sony Europe. “By working in close collaboration with partners and customers and listening to their feedback, we are uniquely placed to develop entirely new technology platforms where necessary for the industry.” Sony will also be promoting its commitment to becoming a leading technology provider to the sports industry. In the last month
alone, Sony has led successful 3D productions for iconic sporting events including the Wimbledon Tennis Championships (with the BBC) and the Goodwood Festival of Speed (for Sky). In addition, Hawk-Eye, which
Olivier Bovis: “Enhancing the entertainment experience for sports fans”
Sony acquired last year, was recently one of the systems qualified by FIFA to license its goal-line technology to football associations across the world. “At IBC, Sony will outline its commitment to enhancing the entertainment experience for sports fans by implementing technology that will move the industry as a whole,” said Bovis. 12.A10
NEWS INBRIEF
Autocue standalone live production system
The new Autocue Production Suite is a standalone live production system that combines several components in a single cost-effective system. It includes a vision and audio mixer, a playback device, still store, caption generator, picture-in-picture processor, chromakey, logo/bug/ticker inserter, output recorder and a multiviewer. Based on Autocue’s video server range, the Production Suite provides designated video inputs for live sources, designated audio inputs, internal players, processing to provide various graphic, effect, transition, mixing and switching operations and designated outputs to provide synchronised audio and video for preview and programme feeds. Autocue is also releasing solid-state versions of its video server range. Designed for OB trucks and mobile applications where space is at a premium, the two- and four-port SSD servers run on single power supply units and include 800GB and 2TB of unprotected storage, respectively. In addition, the company has launched a range of accessories to complement its Master Series teleprompter range, including: a 22-inch talent feedback monitor with native HD-SDI and a new mounting system. 11.F34
Zacuto PlaZma puts soft light ahead of the curve Unlike an LED light, the new Zacuto PlaZma light is a super soft light source much like a Chimera soft box, but surprisingly bright when needed. Zacuto has more than 30 patents on Micro Plasma technology and the lightweight, ultra-thin PlaZma light puts out 2000 lumens compared to mainstream 1x1 LED panels at 1200- 1500 lumens or side lit reflected LEDs that put out under 800
lumens.The $1,350 light has a characteristic incandescent curve, unlike LEDs that usually have a nasty green spike and don’t mix well with practical or tungsten lights. Like traditional soft lights, the PlaZma offers a wide light pattern, compared to the spotty nature of an LED. However, unlike traditional soft lights, PlaZma has a huge throw. The daylight- balanced curve is 5800K and should mix well with HMIs, while the soft nature of the light enables actors to look directly into it (from 12.5cm) without squinting. It will also be available in Tungsten, and Zacuto is working on adding other sizes and accessories such as barn doors and expandable snoot. The lights are powered by 110-240v 50/60Hz AC or 11-18v DC with an Anton/Bauer-type battery or a Sony V-Lock. 11.E84
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