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Alesis iMultiMix 8 USB
Mini Mixer for Live Event, ENG & Studio
The Alesis iMultiMix comes in 8, 16 and rackmount versions, with iPod dock for video and audio playback, and is packed with 100 studio-grade 28-bit digital effects at a price any small studio can afford.
iMultiMix ATLONA digital mixers Technologies
Fortinet Q-Ball VoIP Systems Robotic Mini Cam
PurpleCloud YelloBrik
CAM-WAVE Vision Mix
Broadcast 3Gbit SDIStreaming to HDMI Wireless Tactile Transmission Switching
ePlug Powerline networking
Ready2Go IP KVM for Sony CAT Vegas 5/6/7 Pro
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Alesis iMultiMix 8 USB Digital Mixer The Alesis iMultiMix 8 USB digital mixer is a compact all-in-one tabletop mixer that features 100 studiograde 28-bit digital effects, built-in limiter and integrated iPod dock with transport controls and wheel for fast direct-to-iPod recording. The iMultiMix 8 USB is one of the first mixers to fuse together professional quality mixing, 3 band per channel EQ, XLR and 1/4 inch jack inputs for ultra-clean live recordings of any performance as well as for studios, ENG, or for the solo podcaster. The iMultiMix USB mixer also comes in 16 channel and rack mount versions giving more scope to small broadcasters and outside event producers to integrate this compact solution into their workflow. The units can also be custom mapped to work with popular audio and NLE packages giving even more flexibility to the iMultiMix USB digital mixer range.
iMmuliMix Rackmount The iMultiMix 9R is a one-of-a-kind, rack-mounted tool for mixing and playback directly from an iPod. Video output equips the iMultMix 9R for use in nearly any venue as the ideal audio and video playback device, this compact, all-in-one rack-mounted mixer also has integrated iPod dock and features 5 mic / line inputs with inserts to allow for easy external processing of incoming signals. In addition, two stereo line inputs are included, one of which can be switched between line and iPod playback. The iMultiMix 9R also features 2-band per channel EQ, Mic/Line inputs and can playback music and video from a compatible iPhone and mix live performances instantly with iPod (Classic and 5th generation) or iPod nano (2nd and 3rd generation) making the iMultiMix 9R perfect for use as a backing track for solo or band performances, or for intermissions during live event productions.
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Bellissimo Fortissimo The all new ultra-sleek VoIP range of phone systems from Fortinet (formerly TalkSwitch) adds a new dimension to broadcast facilities of all sizes from small independent studios to enterprise businesses spanning several continents. For around â‚Ź1,500 you get 8 analog lines, 8 VoIP trunks and 100 extensions. Fortinet also offer their FortiVoice IP phone unit range featuring advanced features including dedicated headset support and Click-to-Dial integration with MS Outlook and much more. In any modern broadcast facility whether it is a solo podcaster or TWiT type micro-network all digital IT-based infrastructures offer considerable advantages over traditional communications systems and VoIP based all-in-one platforms offer economies of scale and unmatched flexibility for small business owners and corporations alike. VoIP telephone systems are one such area internet broadcasters should look closely at and Fortinet VoIP solutions are one company to look out for.
Purple Rain from the Purple Cloud A new service geared towards broadcasters in the Asia-pacific regions has been announced by Octoshape and PurpleStream. The companies are collaborating to bring cloud based video and content delivery in the form of a ground-breaking service called PurpleCloud. Octoshape will provide its Infinite HD-M Federated Multicast Broadband TV platform and PurpleStream will contribute core technology that incorporates adaptive bit rate optimization with single source multiple device delivery. The managed service will be offered to broadcasters and OTT operators looking to deliver high-quality HD video streams to any device, any platform in any location at a fraction of the cost of current of delivery methods. The companies see the PurpleCloud service as "a game changer in the market for Live Event broadcasts". PurpleStream Octoshape
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Electric Ladyland Where wiring or re-wiring a new studio or older broadcast facility may not be viable, powerline network distribution may be an appealing alternative. Various providers offer products ranging from 100 to 500 Mbps throughput with industrial-strength switches and routers increasing performance for HD video and audio to be passed over networked powerlines. The attraction for small to medium businesses is zero infrastructure costs to install as existing electrical wiring circuits are used to transport signals to any power outlet. In certain environments A/V powerline networking can be a real bonus providing an instant network and low overhead. A total of 8 ports can connect up to 7 devices and you can expand the number of ports by adding a 16 port or higher switch/router.
Ready2Go for Sony Vegas Digital Juice have just released two new Ready2Go project templates for Sony Vegas Pro NLE. The DJ Ready2Go templates are customizable animations that give a finished network tv look to any production. Sony Vegas has been left behind in the template and plugins arena for too long but now companies like Digital Juice are providing a new level of sophistication with these exceptionally high-end templates that will give Sony Vegas pro editors a wealth of new possibilities. With 74 multi-layered customizable projects and 10 coordinated 'looks' you just need to drag and drop video, replace text and you're done, layers can also be turned off and on to produce branded productions for any type of production or client. The templates are compatible with all video standards and aspect ratios including 720p, 1080p, NTSC and PAL and no third-party plugins are required to use the templates. Sony Vegas editors can grab the two pack bundle at a special offer price of $99.95 instead of the normal $249.95 each! so what are you waiting for Vegas editors!!!
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"O Sole Mio", Venice by LAN The VENICE Media Production Hub by Rohde Schwarz DVS is a file-based storage system that features HD-SDI ingest and studio playout, transcoding, transwrapping and media transfer and can integrate into any file-based broadcast environment due to its open platform and communication standards and offers a new level of convenience and efficiency for high-end post houses and broadcast facilities. The DVS SpycerBox Ultra storage solution offers 96TB of capacity and its mirrored configuration ensures straight-through performance in the event of outages guaranteeing uninterrupted operation. more information on the DVS range of products can be found at the weblink below
IDX Wireless Camera System The IDX CW-5HD Cam-Wave wireless camera transmission system sends uncompressed video and audio to an identical receptor unit in real-time with less than 1 millisecond latency. The Cam-Wave system is designed to work with any standard ENG broadcast camera sendingvideo to a field monitor or vision mixer uncompressed and encrypted and can also mount to smaller camcorders with a v-mount adapter. The unit automatically detects HD-SDI and SD-SDI video signals and synchronises the audio/video, it also features uni-cast and multi-cast modes for reception of up to 4 receivers simultaneously. The system has an official transmission range of 150 feet line-of-signt although tests have shown the signal can go beyond 300 feet and still produce rock solid images. An ideal solution for studio, live event and eng work.
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Not Just The Same Old Episode Whether you are encoding for the web, broadcast tv or satellite, Telestream's Episode Pro is the definitive tool in its price range, it goes far beyond the competition and offers a huge amount of presets that cover any type of encoding parameter you may need, and with its node-based workflow it is drag and easy to create jobs. The split-and-stitch feature uses all the cores of your machine with one-click cluster to deliver extremely fast encodes. With extensive control of codec and filtration parameters, along with a real-time preview it gives you complete hands-on control. In file-based workflows, automated and shared transcoding is essential and Episode Pro can be easily configured to automatically pick up and deliver files to network shares and auto-upload to FTP servers.
Zeiss ZF Lens Bundle The Zeiss ZF.2 SLR 5-Lens Bundle is the perfect solution for HDSLR type shooting and deliver exceptional image quality under a wide range of lighting conditions. These manual focus lenses are ideal for documentary or low-budget motion picture production and provide a lens to suit all shooting situations and with the addition of Zeiss filters will guarantee outstanding results in both daylight and lowlight environments. This special bundled set comes in a waterproof case with custom foam inlay for each lens.
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