60 Monday 16.09.13 theibcdaily Selenio: compact cross-platform convergence Harris Broadcast
By Dick Hobbs A new, compact version of the Harris Broadcast Selenio media convergence platform is being launched at IBC2013. The new device will be supplied in a pre-configured format, which allows the size
to be reduced from 3RU to 1RU. The unit is lower in price as well as smaller in footprint. The original Selenio was the
first processing platform which bridged both the realtime digital audio/video worlds and the IP network. The unit is highly flexible, allowing users to add modular functionality to create a tailored workflow, combining a number of
individual processes – including transfers between realtime and files – in a single device.
Recognising that in many applications the workflows will be clearly defined, meaning that the Selenio will be used in a set configuration, Harris Broadcast has now introduced the compact version. It provides the same core
functionality, but with the application modules set at the time of delivery. Charlie Vogt, the new CEO of Harris Broadcast, described the new compact Selenio as “an extension of an award- winning platform that simplifies use for less labour-intensive operations. “Importantly, it retains the original vision of Selenio, which
is to address how IP interconnects to legacy video and audio applications,” Vogt added. “Like its predecessor, Selenio 1U provides our customers with an all-inclusive infrastructure and headend solution for many needs today — as well as built-in, forward- looking IP capabilities for an industry in transition.” 7.G20
NDR deploys Elemental Live encoding Elemental Technologies By Ian McMurray
German public broadcaster Norddeutscher Rundfunk (NDR) has deployed Elemental Live video processing systems to perform 24/7 encoding of live content.
Elemental systems allow NDR
to create video streams of programme broadcasts, news and special events for publicly and freely accessible web portals and mobile apps. The deployment is supported by Elemental partner Logic
Media Solutions in Germany. NDR selected Elemental systems to advance its multiscreen initiatives, citing powerful video processing, encoding density and high- quality video output as key advantages. In the NDR workflow, each Elemental Live system supports four HD-SDI inputs simultaneously. Eleven streams are encoded
from each input for distribution directly to the Akamai content delivery network (CDN). This architecture allows NDR to
ramp up its live streaming in a reduced footprint while scaling back on its use of an external service provider in favour of an internal transcoding and transmission workflow. “NDR has taken a pioneering
approach to video processing, streaming and delivery by bringing encoding in-house to lower distribution costs,” said John Nemeth, Elemental VP sales, EMEA. “We are pleased to partner with Logic Media to offer NDR a solution that reduces costs, saves power and improves video quality as well as strong local support.” 4.B75
John Nemeth: NDR has taken a ‘pioneering approach to video processing, streaming and delivery’
New weather systems for broadcasters MeteoGraphics
By Heather McLean Presenting weather solutions for broadcasters at IBC2013 is MeteoGraphics, the broadcast division of Europe’s largest private weather business MeteoGroup. Webview, a new
function for broadcasting full screen website content, allows broadcasters to integrate live news from the online world and draw viewers to their online offering. With the new social media integration broadcasters can interact directly with viewers and reach new audiences. The day’s story can be illustrated
and personalised by integrating user generated videos or images and hyperlocal weather observations.
MeteoGraphics offers two
realtime products: WeatherPresenter and MeteoEarth. With no need for rendering and with intuitive, easy to use functionality, presenters can focus on the
SSP is ‘next generation’ Microlab RF
By Ian McMurray Showing off its new Satellite Signal Platform (SSP) is Microlab RF. The SSP is described by the company as the next generation of L Band distribution equipment, and is a fully customisable, 8-slot modular system fitted in a 2RU shelf designed to offer high
quality operation for installations where space is at a premium. Microlab is also unveiling new
fibre modules to complement the company’s module range of splitters, mini-matrices, inserters, switches and power supplies. For those far-away antenna farms where ordinary coaxial cable is impractical, satellite IF can now be sent over long distances between terminals, according to Microlab. At the remote terminal, the SSP can
service a number of LNBs via local or remote operation. When in remote mode, communication is via Ethernet and for this purpose a 1GB Ethernet-over- fibre module is available. Normal control is via SNMP. Microlab offers a free design service to assist with customisation options for the SSP and visitors can pick up a complimentary copy of the design solutions booklet. 4. A61e
daily weather and react spontaneously to current weather events, says the developer. With a new remote tablet control, presenters can now replace the trigger with a tablet, for a completely new experience in weather presenting.
The company is also presenting its new HbbTV
service which brings weather content into any web-based television. And a new mobile app, MeteoEarth, is based on the weather broadcasting software of the same name, a unique tool for tracking worldwide weather and news events in realtime. The app is the designed for the second screen. 2.C48
Turn up the signal: Microlab RF’s new Satellite Signal Platform
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