theibcdaily Watchdog of DTT By George Jarrett
Akin to an implementation arm of the DVB Project, DigiTAG has been the market’s watchdog of DTT as it has moved from DVB-T to T2. Explaining that the latest mission is about minimising the differences between the various launches of DTT, steering group secretary Peter MacAvock said: “This latest phase is about trying to understand the roadmap in each one of the markets as they move to the launch of DVB-T2 HD and perhaps even UHD. “We must understand how individual markets are going to develop, and for our members show it is going to work,” he added. “We will bring all the information together so we can produce a cohesive road map.”
If the DVB operates in a pre- competitive phase, DigiTAG is about “when the boys come out to play the game. If the DVB is all about defining what the rules are, we are concerned with getting warmed up, making sure everybody has the same number of players in the team, and that they are going to abide by the rules. We then go out and play the game,” said MacAvock. “People are aware what is going on elsewhere but one of the unique things about DTT is that it is typically focused on a national regulatory scheme,” he added. “Sometimes they ignore the fact that there are similar problems elsewhere. The issue is getting the timing right. “If you are a small country like
Ireland, there is no point in launching UHD with DVB-T2
Fetch offers new PoV GoPro By David Fox
GoPro has introduced two new accessories at IBC: a versatile three-way mount; and Fetch, a new mount for dogs. The €79 three-way mount can be used as a pistol grip, pole, or to shoot selfies, and “you can unscrew the base and it turns into a [miniature] tripod,” said Isabel Pakowski, manager, media relations, Europe.
The €69 Fetch allows users to mount two cameras on a dog, one on the shoulders and the other between the front legs, to give a canine point-of-view. The adjustable mount is designed to fit small dogs of 7kg to larger breeds of up to 54kg. It happily takes to the mud and water, and is machine-washable. There is also a camera tether so the GoPro stays attached. GoPro has also released new
editing software, with templates to offer simple drag-and-drop editing, cut to music, including slow motion and effects. For controlling the camera, it has just updated its mobile app, which now allows users to adjust the ISO setting, image sharpness, colour and white balance. 9.C40
Lang chooses XT3 for rental: Lang, a German specialist in visual presentation technology, has selected the XT3 media server and related tools to power its rental business. The XT3 will ingest multiple camera feeds and play back content on large screens at Lang’s customer events. The equipment is scheduled to ship at the end of this month. “With complete control from ingest to playout, including comprehensive live editing capabilities, the XT3 allows us to offer our clients the functionality and versatility to meet any live event video requirement,” said Lang technical director Hubertus Beckmann. Pictured (from left): Jamie Gordon Mitchell, EVS VP Sales, Central & Northern Europe; Lang technical director Hubertus Beckmann and technical engineer Sascha Kihm; and EVS SVP EMEA Quentin Grutman. – Michael Burns 8.B90
models, through its worldwide sales channels. Calibre’s Fovea — which was used at the FIFA World Cup for frame rate conversion for transmission to viewers in countries with 50Hz TV standards — has been updated to the new Fovea-F1 model with a new web browser interface including realtime status reporting.
Calibre UK launched its Fovea F1 broadcast grade motion estimated and motion compensated standards convertor at IBC, and
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signed a global distribution agreement with Imagine Communications. Imagine will offer Fovea-F1, as well as forthcoming
Also, the existing ability to select different MEMC levels has been enhanced with presets. Pictured at IBC: Tim Brooksbank (left) with Imagine product manager Randy Conrod. – Carolyn Giardina 7.G20
Pakowski (and friend) demonstrates the new doggy-cam harness and 3-way mount
Peter MacAvock: “We must understand how individual markets are going to develop”
now,” he continued. “The Irish need to latch onto the larger markets around them, probably the UK, and focus on following the UK’s roadmap. But understanding the details of that roadmap are critically important.” 10.F29
Smaller free design stands (below 100 square metres) The winner is Tech4home (3.C46). The use of their product in combination with the stand design caught the judges’ eye. Limelight (3.B15) was highly commended for its simple design and clear messaging.
Also highly commended in this category was Digispot and Single Malt Audio, which share stand 8.D74. It is a good use of the space for two brands – and the company name appealed to a thirsty audience!
Stand designs honoured
After scouring the busy halls, a panel of judges has selected the winners for this year’s IBC2014 Exhibition Design Awards. The accolades were handed out for:
Best use of shell scheme space The winner is Veset (8.A14). The judges liked the brilliant lighting panels with clear messaging. Highly commended was Trivis Weather Graphix (3.A58), which they felt had clear product promotion.
Larger free design stands (above 100 square metres) The winner is Sony (12.A10). It makes imaginative use of materials and texture, very clear top-down messaging and good integration between the stand and the building. Highly commended was Nagra (1.C81), an inviting and welcoming stand: eye-catching and impressive.
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