theibcdaily Making the most of live media EVS By Michael Burns
A multi-source, file-based ingest server and tools for live production, automated archive and production workflow operations are some of the live media asset systems to be showcased at IBC by EVS EVS said its OpenCube SD/HD server offers an extended range of MXF file generation, advanced MXF file interoperability, including AS- 02, AS-03 and AS-11, IMF support, and management of ancillary data (closed caption, subtitling) throughout the entire production and archive chain.
EVS will also be presenting the latest IPDirector tools for automated archive and production workflow
operations. The new Melt feature offers automated playlist creation of all key actions (clips) created during live operations and transfers to archive, post or offsite production. It also attaches the log sheet and original metadata, which the company says provides significant clip retrieval advantages. IPDirector also features new AutoClipping capabilities for automatic clip creation based on associated keywords. These are added using the IPDirector logging tool or by importing external statistics information linked to the live- event timecode. A new range of live
production tools based on the XT3 platform are also on show. A series of live control panels, MultiReview,
LSMConnect and Epsio Zoom, offer on-the fly media control
On the air: IBC TV is depending on Forscene to provide its self-service syndication workflow
capabilities during live operations. Both the company's XT3 and XS production servers now offer extended format support and capabilities including 4K, 1080p and proxy, as well as 10Gb ethernet connectivity. The C-Cast Xplore web
browsing interface provides immediate access to live multi-camera recording feeds and clips on XT3 servers, giving production teams the ability to work remotely and enhance content on the fly, regardless of location. EVS will also be using its Hall 8 stand to demonstrate how C-Cast has been deployed at major sporting events this year, allowing broadcasters to combine live production infrastructure with a flexible central cloud-based platform. 8.B90
Direct and to the point: IPDirector's Melt feature offers automated playlist creation during live production
Updates in place for IBC TV Forbidden Technologies By Michael Burns
Positive user feedback has helped enhance the Forscene post production system that lies behind IBC TV, and delivered a raft of improvements to users of the cloud-based platform. IBC TV, the official
broadcaster for IBC2014, will once again use Forscene to provide its self-service syndication workflow. A Forscene server based at the RAI conference centre will compress and upload material
shot by the IBC TV teams during the exhibition. Participating broadcasters and IBC exhibitors will be able to access library content provided under editorial control, including rushes and daily programme footage. New this year is 24- hour coverage that will be available year-round to subscribing exhibitors and news outlets.
IBC will also use Forscene to view entries and prepare content for the IBC2014 Awards for the first time this year.
As well as a new look and feel for the Forscene user interface and a new publishing framework, Forbidden Technologies is introducing a high-res codec for the system, to enable dynamic display of high or low resolution proxies. Users can also now move original source material from one Forscene box to another and take advantage of a new media asset management system. In addition it is releasing iOS and Android Forscene apps and providing new documentation for supported camera and ingest formats. 8.B38e
Crestron controls streaming and recording tools Matrox Video By Carolyn Giardina
The Monarch HD streaming and recording appliances and VS4Recorder multi-camera recording systems integrated with Crestron controllers will be showcased by Matrox Video during IBC. Crestron programmers can use the Matrox Monarch HD Control API or the VS4Recorder API to interface Matrox products with Crestron 2-Series and 3-Series room media controllers. Operators
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can then start and stop streaming and recording from within the Crestron interfaces. “Crestron integration is one of the top user-requested features for our streaming and recording products,” said Daniel Maloney, technical marketing manager, Matrox Video. “Our APIs let AV integrators eliminate the need for additional control surfaces in venues such as lecture halls, corporate office buildings, museums, hotels and convention centres.” Matrox Monarch HD is an H.264 encoder designed to allow producers to
simultaneously stream a live event and record a mastering- quality version for post-event editing. From an HDMI input source, Matrox Monarch HD generates an H.264-encoded stream compliant with RTSP or RTMP protocol. While encoding the video at bitrates suitable for live streaming, Monarch HD simultaneously records a high-quality MP4 or MOV file to an SD card, a USB drive, or a network-mapped drive.
The VS4Recorder comes bundled with Matrox VS4 quad HD capture cards. It gives live event producers synchronised
control over capture of the four inputs connected to the VS4 to create MOV, MP4, or AVI files for use with select
editing apps for
immediate upload to the internet or for archiving. 7.B29
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Regal display: The Monarch HD Creston panel interface
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