32 OPINION
MAKING DIFFICULT CHOICES
Michel Rudelle, EMEA Regional Manager, Apantac
When a media and entertainment industry company, whether it is a broadcaster, a production or post-production facility, or an AV company, decides to deploy a new system, the variety and growing number of available solutions on the market makes the selection difficult. Usually, the two key stakeholders are the end customer and the system integrator. Let’s face it, the project manager is a human being and as such will prefer choosing a solution that they have previously deployed, big names will be prioritised, and they will strive to dedicate as little time as possible to deciding. If the product is more complex than a simple box, serious evaluation of approaches, even if the manufacturer helps with demos, loaners, etc, is time consuming, and thus might be a disadvantage for some alternatives that sound simpler and more cost effective.
Another important factor is the list of some
reference customers who have chosen the solution and the scale of their systems.
Let’s take an example with the choice of a KVM matrix. Unless the project is to extend an existing system, a fair, but long evaluation will dictate to weight multiple parameters. To list a few: • Technology: Legacy central matrix chassis versus KVM over IP. • Number of different required Tx/ Rx models to support the various video interfaces, resolutions, number of video heads, audio interfaces and formats, USB needs, extra IR, RS232 needs, etc. • Maximum numbers of Tx and Rx boxes and licences. Extension capabilities and central server requirements. • Ease of configuration and consoles usage. • Extra requirements such as free flow (control of several consoles from a single seat), remote access, virtual machines support, security, etc. • Last but not least, the cost of the solution.
“The project manager is a human being and as such will prefer choosing a solution that they have previously deployed”
Apantac strives to make project managers’ lives easier.
When you evaluate your next KVM matrix needs, drop us an email or call me with minimum information – number of computers and consoles, resolutions, special needs if any – and I will come back to you with a ballpark number and a block diagram of the system. You might be surprised. If you find our offer interesting, we can then drill down into details, plan demos, loaners, on site visit, etc.
And please, visit us on stand 10.F45 where
we are providing overviews and in-depth demonstrations of our products. We will be glad to meet you in person. 10.F45
SHINOBI II MONITOR CUTS A MORE DISCREET FIGURE Atomos BY DAVID FOX
Atomos has introduced Shinobi II, a slimmer, lighter, brighter, 5in 1500-nit HDR monitor, replacing its first monitor-only device, Shinobi, which sold more than 100,000 units worldwide. Jeromy Young, CEO, Atomos, said: “The most common requests from Shinobi users have been for camera control and a brighter HDR screen. Camera control required a USB-C port for the widest- possible camera compatibility and a new, brighter screen required a
redesign. So, Shinobi II has been rebuilt from the ground up for modern mirrorless/DSLR cameras and HDR or SDR video workflows.” Initially, the Shinobi II controls most Canon, Panasonic and Sony mirrorless cameras over USB-C, and Z Cam E2 models through a separate serial cable. Future firmware updates will support Fujifilm, Nikon, OM System and Sigma cameras.
Moving to USB-C means Shinobi II is 30% thinner than its predecessor – it also has HDMI. The camera control interface is focused on settings that need to be adjusted most often, so
No more winging it: Shinobi II has comprehensive camera control and monitoring tools
Shinobi II has sliders for adjusting lens aperture, shutter speed, ISO and white balance, aided by monitoring tools such as histogram, waveform, false colour,
zebra, focus peaking and zoom. Users can also trigger camera recording – useful when the camera is on a gimbal. 11.D25
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