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New BPM, HSM and MAM By Fergal Ringrose
Tedial TARSYS NOWincludes specific features for cloud-based environments and service providers as well as multi- repository and multi-site support. Tedial will be showing enhanced web-based technology for Tarsys, which features a unified UI for users to access content and workflow management from a single screen. Casual or expert operators can easily locate content and initiate workflows to process selected media, for instance simple editing, or transcoding. Ficus has evolved to include Business
Process Management capabilities and now features an improved workflow creation capability using standard BPM notation and associated tools to create new workflows or to improve
existing ones. The new version makes it possible to access workflows across multiple sites enabling broadcasters to re-allocate tasks based on local technical or human resources or to take advantage of available expertise across the enterprise and beyond to third-party facilities. With the help of Tedial’s content
exchange software Media Amigo, Tedial will demonstrate its capability to deliver cloud solutions. Following a recent major project linking five independent Scandinavian broadcasters, Tedial has created what is effectively a private cloud allowing free exchange of programmes for subsequent transmission. N5833
Automation is different CLASS By Fergal Ringrose
NVerzion AT THE2013 NAB Show, NVerzion will introduce NGuide, a new tool designed to ensure the integrity of electronic programming guide (EPG) information. The company will also demonstrate Component Level Automation System Solutions (CLASS), a flexible automation solution that integrates a broadcaster’s existing hardware and software systems into one platform, as well as its NCompass file-based workflow manager.
Rather than replace existing equipment, CLASS uses software systems and controls to integrate a broadcaster’s legacy hardware and
Far Galaxy of workflows By Jake Young
Dalet Digital Media Systems DALET GALAXYis being showcased, Dalet Digital Media Systems’ new and most advanced Media Asset Management (MAM) platform, along with updated versions of its workflow solutions, as well as the new Dalet One Cut video editor, the Dalet-on-the-Go mobile app, and additional Dalet XTend connectors. Dalet Galaxy boasts a new, totally revamped, user-friendly, ergonomic interface along with the versatile new Dalet One Cut multitrack video editor. Dalet Galaxy includes an industry- standard BPM workflow engine tailored for media organisations; it automates many tasks and processes, increases productivity and provides operational and business visibility. Dalet Galaxy is an open platform with a variety of data exchange and integration paths, including SOA compliant tools as well as Dalet Xtend connectors that simplify third-party integrations with NLEs, broadcast servers, HSM, automation systems, traffic and
broadcast management, distribution and business systems. “Dalet has always focused on innovations that bring efficiency, productivity and value to our customers. The Dalet Galaxy platform, Dalet One Cut and our Xtend modules reflect that forward momentum,” said Stephane Schlayen, COO of Dalet. “Dalet Galaxy is the first open and fully integrated MAM platform for managing media and workflows in today’s convergent world where all types of digital objects — video, audio, text, or graphics — are produced and distributed. The new Dalet Media Life and Dalet News Suite packages on the Dalet Galaxy platform bring even more workflow flexibility, productivity and value to our customers.”
Dalet One Cut video editor, Dalet-on- the-Go phone app and more Dalet XTend plug-and-play connectors are also new at NAB 2013. SL4524
software systems into a unified platform. The solution can also be easily scaled up to accommodate hundreds of channels. CLASS provides systemwide control for ingest, traffic, graphics, and playout, and is interoperable with all manufacturers and common traffic systems, making it a comprehensive platform that delivers continuous and reliable operation. NVerzion also offers a complete CLASS package that can include any of the necessary components for automation, traffic, video server, master control/routing, and character generation. Providing the leading-edge technologies for these individual components results in a robust, and resilient system solution. N4325
Live all the way
By Melanie Dayasena-Lowe LiveU
KNOWN FORits portable HD video-over-cellular solutions, LiveU will demonstrate its complete range of bonded 3G/4G uplink solutions for broadcast and online media, offering a one-stop-shop for live news, sports and event coverage.
Based on the fourth-generation of LiveU’s disruptive technology, the portfolio includes a wide choice of devices to meet customers’ different needs: n Professional-grade LU70 backpack, with its proprietary internal and external antenna arrays for extra-strong resiliency and sub-second latency n Handheld, lightweight LU40 device, weighing less than 1.5 lbs (700g), with its internal antenna and new live newsgathering features n LU-Smart mobile app (iPhone/iPad) solutions, bringing bonded transmission to mobile phones and tablets n LU-Lite laptop solution, enabling fast
and reliable file transfer and live video via the laptop n LiveU Xtender external antenna for extra-strong resiliency in extreme scenarios.
All LiveU products are incorporated into the LiveU ecosystem by LiveU’s unified management platform, LiveU Total, enabling control rooms
Full transformation for media By Jake Young
Digital Rapids DIGITAL RAPIDSis bringing its complete range of media transformation and workflow technologies and solutions to the 2013 NAB Show. The company will be showcasing
powerful new capabilities and enhancements in its Digital Rapids Transcode Manager 2.0 automated, high-volume, file-based media processing software. Transcode Manager 2.0 transcends transcoding, blending media transformation and workflow processes while offering efficiency and agility for applications from production and archive to multi- screen distribution. Powered by Digital Rapids’ Kayak workflow platform, Transcode Manager 2.0 combines powerful management tools, quality and format flexibility with adaptive, logic- driven workflow automation with rich metadata support; intuitive, visual
to manage multiple video feeds from LiveU units operating in diverse locations.
LiveU and Panasonic will also showcase its fully integrated live camera solution, the LiveU-enabled Panasonic AG-HPX600 camcorder, on their respective booths. SU5511
workflow design tools; dynamic deployment; fast, easy integration of new and emerging technologies; and a deep ecosystem of third-party technology partners. Also available is Kayak, a comprehensive
workflow technology platform for customers, systems integrators and software developers. The technology enables them to design, deploy and manage customised workflows.
Self-serve workflow to reduce technical staff By Fergal Ringrose
MediaSilo AT NABMediaSilo will unveil the company's new self-serve workflow automation platform, which gives creative professionals a simple way to build the video workflows they want. With the platform, users can easily select and link key tasks in a cohesive end-to- end solution tailored to their needs. MediaSilo has partnered with a premier editing software supplier to build an exceptionally lightweight and efficient digital dailies solution for use with video-editing applications.
The new StreamZ Live 8000EX
integrated multi-screen and broadcast live encoder features simultaneous H.264 or MPEG-2 encoding for broadcast applications and multi-format encoding for multi-screen streaming — including adaptive bit rate (ABR) streaming — on platforms including mobile phones, tablets, PCs, IPTV, over-the-top (OTT) services and more. SL5624
Engineered specifically to meet the requirements of a top US
entertainment network, the integrated solution facilitates ingest, logging, rough-cuts, and collaborative review of content without the need for costly on- set server systems and associated technical staff.
The MediaSilo platform's new Paper Cut feature enables fast and easy creation of rough-cut video clips based on transcripts of video managed by MediaSilo. The user simply drags transcript snippets from one or many videos to the Paper Cut pod to create a rough-cut edit.
The iPad App gives users access to their media assets from anywhere. Creative professionals and teams can use this native iOS app to access the MediaSilo cloud library, locate the content they need, and download it for offline review. The app is now available for free on Apple's iTunes App Store. SU10114
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