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Gearing up for hardware control
Rascular By Michael Burns
Rascular is debuting Helm Clockwork, an expansion of its PC-based control and monitoring technology, Helm. The new application allows users to create scheduled events to automatically trigger simple or more complex workflows at a pre-defined time of day, so freeing up operators
to concentrate on other tasks. The creation of a simple Helm panel allows broadcasters and playout providers to use Clockwork to schedule a range of different events using Helm’s control of third-party hardware (branding devices, routers, video servers, VTRs, multi-image display processors and modular gear). The company esays that such events could include switching a router, triggering a server to record an incoming feed, or the automated control
of audio ingest.
Rascular is also announcing an upgrade to Helm itself. The v4.1 release includes many new features and fixes, including indicator controls which allow users to easily use graphic images to represent the status of devices or signal flow and new volume knob-style rotary controls to adjust panel parameters. It also offers control and tallying of lock and protect status for router outputs. The new release additionally
features an integrated help system to offer context- sensitive advice for all component properties and functions. 8.B38a
OnAir comes to the cloud party SintecMedia
By Heather McLean CloudOnAir, an all in one broadcast management solution designed for small
broadcast channels, is being demonstrated by SintecMedia. An adapted version of OnAir, it is essentially the same software used by industry leaders such as BBC, MediaSet, STAR, and NBCUniversal, says the
Bank on soft, gorgeous light
Chimera Lighting By David Fox
Chimera has developed a new screen material that’s used in its recently introduced 1x1 LED Lightbanks and Micro LED Folding Lightbank.
“This new fabric blends lights together for soft, gorgeous light that lighting pros love – and it creates a light that’s easy on the eyes for your talent. That means they can last longer on the set,
and eliminates that ‘squinty’ look,” said Eileen Healy, Chimera’s sales manager. Other recent introductions include its Octaplus Lightbanks in 90cm, 150cm and convertible 210cm models. The 210cm 8- sided Octaplus 57 can swiftly be broken down to a 150cm version, so that you can have two banks on location while only carrying one.
The Octaplus models are compatible with strobes and continuous light sources. 11.G87
developer.
Focused on the needs of small and mid size broadcasters, it manages the business critical functions of broadcasting including sales, traffic, schedule, programming, promotion and billing.
With a dedicated website, a monthly pricing model and extensive online support and training, the idea is that CloudOnAir lets broadcasters begin working immediately. “We are excited to offer this new solution that changes the
Increasing lens range
Schneider Optics
By David Fox Schneider Optics’ new 1.4x Century Extender for PL Mount single sensor cameras increases the range of a lens by 40% with just a single F/stop loss in light, says the company. The Century 1.4x MKII PL to
PL Extender mounts between a PL-mount camera and lens, and
allows zooming while maintaining focus. It also allows mount clearance of up to 14mm from the PL mount flange. It uses high quality lens
coatings to provide the optical performance required for large sensor cameras, while stainless steel construction should give years of reliable service. 11.A28
Mount up: Century’s new 1.4x MK II PL to PL Extender allows zooming while maintaining focus
Clockwork angel: Clockwork is able to schedule a range of control events for third-party hardware
way small broadcast channels run their business. Bringing OnAir to the cloud gives channels tools to manage traffic, sales, promos and more in a single solution,”
commented Amos Simantov, EVP sales at SintecMedia. “With no hardware or software to buy, broadcasters can get up and running quickly at an affordable price.” 2.B41
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