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Telegenic puts Synapse at heart of revolutionary 3D OB fleet
Proof of Axon’s market leadership is are critical. “In this respect, one provided by news that pioneering UKcompany has made a really significant based OB company Telegenic is using contribution to developing the Axon’s Synapse modular AV signal enabling technology that we needed conversion and processing system to realize these trucks,” Mike Spencer to integrate the various production commented. “Axon’s Synapse subsystems and components in modules hold everything together its third 3D OB vehicle, which is in the vehicles. They are incredibly currently being equipped and wired by powerful, adaptable and compact Sony Professional Services in the UK. cards which we have used for some Throughout each of the three time. Telegenic 3D OB vehicles Synapse “Our relationship with Axon stretches modules are integrated within the over many years,” explains Spencer. main workflow for signal distribution, “When we first started talking to Axon synchronisation, up- and down(and other manufacturers) about 3D it conversion, 3D signal processing was an entirely new language. Axon to compensate for mirror rigs and was one of the best at understanding distribution, and audio embedding and our needs: their team is very bright Dolby E processing. and generates very good ideas. Even In the UK, Telegenic partners BSkyB and has been a major contributor to the testing, development and commercial roll out of Europe’s premier 3D TV channel. Telegenic’s fleet of pioneering 3D OB vehicles were designed by the company’s chief engineer, Mike Telegenic 3D OB vehicle leaving Sony’s Basingstoke, Spencer, who is England headquarters. recognised as one of the most creative and progressive broadcast engineers now, they are constantly listening and working in the industry today. taking ideas on board. Spencer explains that within the new “With Axon, it’s a question of environment of 3D OB production, partnership – we’re in this together. with all the new equipment and We enjoy a very good relationship new operators that are necessary with Axon and this means a lot to us. within each truck, concepts such as They are our natural partner choice as minimizing power consumption and we continue to develop each new 3D the miniaturization of equipment project,” stated Mike Spencer.

Autodesk Revamps 2012 Software

Autodesk 2012 toolsets have a unified interface

Autodesk announced new releases of the company’s digital entertainment creation software and middleware. The 2012 versions enable iterative workflows, help users manage complexity and provide new creative tools. “Movie, video game and television audiences are demanding more sophisticated content, which is causing production complexity to outpace budgets,” said Marc Petit, Autodesk senior VP Media & Entertainment. “To remain competitive, studios must improve

production efficiency and maximize their creative capabilities.” The 2012 Autodesk Entertainment Creation Suites give artists and production facilities access to a powerful range of creative toolsets at exceptional cost savings. Single-step interoperability and more consistent user interfaces in the 2012 software suites help artists to realize their creative potential. All products in the latest Entertainment Creation Suites offer notable new features and enhancements.

Telecast’s new SMPTE cables
At NAB, Telecast Fiber Systems introduced a new line of SMPTE cable assemblies specifically designed to meet the demands of HDTV broadcasting. The heavy-duty, stainless steel assemblies offer high levels of performance, reliability, and durability for fiber connectivity between HD cameras and camera control units, in studio as well as outside broadcasting configurations. “Our SMPTE assemblies feature the superior workmanship and outstanding quality that Telecast brings to all of our products,” said Steve DeFrancesco, Vice President and General Manager at Telecast Fiber Systems. “The combination of our new hybrid cable, terminated in our own US factory with SMPTE 304M connectors, enables unparalleled resilience and long life in harsh environments.” The new assemblies are equipped with heavy-duty SMPTE 304M hybrid fiber connectors with solid stainless steel shells covered with a full-length rubber strain-relief boot to protect the connector from the rigors of outside broadcasting. The assemblies are fully backward-compatible with tripleplated brass connectors, and are rated for more than 20,000 mating cycles – a 50 percent increase over previous assemblies. The innovative design is a direct result of new synergy between Telecast Fiber Systems and Belden, Telecast’s new corporate parent.

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