SVG Summit Technology Showcase Preview: What To Expect, Part 1

The 2016 SVG Summit is fast approaching and will host more than 75 industry-leading vendors exhibiting their latest sports-production gear. In the weeks leading up to the Summit, SVG is highlighting the Technology Showcases that will be on display at the New York Hilton Midtown on Dec. 12 and 13.

Support our sponsors and visit the SVG Summit Technology Showcases on Monday, Dec. 12, at 4–7 p.m. and Tuesday, Dec. 13, at 8 a.m.–3 p.m. in the Mercury Ballroom, Mercury Rotunda, Petit Trianon, Rendezvous, and Third Floor Lobby.

Quantum
Built on the power of the StorNext 5 platform, Quantum’s Xcellis and Lattus workflow storage solutions enable content creators to collaborate in real time and keep assets readily accessible for future use and remonetization. StorNext solutions support every step of media workflows, managing content files from ingest to archive.

Sony
Sony’s growing lineup of products enables broadcasters and producers to configure powerful HD and 4K HDR- and HFR-capable systems to meet a wide variety of applications and budgets. Sony is highlighting new technologies that allow professionals to seamlessly incorporate high-dynamic-range (HDR) and high-frame-rate (HFR) content into a 4K live–sports-production workflow.

Bexel
Bexel celebrates 35 years of broadcast excellence and a reputation of skillfully delivering unparalleled production services for scalable live-production systems, specialty cameras, fiber, graphics, and wireless communications. Bexel ESS designs and builds integration systems and remote enterprise video solutions. Bexel TSS sells new and used broadcast-video and -audio equipment and now offers liquidation services.

Ross Video
Ross solutions are used by top stadium, event, and mobile-production organizations worldwide. The company has long considered the unique needs of these applications and have created tailored solutions to make these moments possible in live, mobile, and multiscreen environments. Ross offers tight integration, providing enhanced workflows and improved efficiencies.

Akamai
How do you ensure your streaming quality is the best? From encoder to viewer, where are the challenges? Without good telemetry, it’s impossible to judge. Akamai will exhibit a sample of its “Best of NAB 2016”-winning Broadcast Operations Control Center. Learn how Akamai is proactively monitoring to improve quality for live streaming globally.

AT&T
AT&T Global Video Service can deliver broadcast-quality video virtually whenever and wherever you may need it. This service features a high-quality network that is flexible and offers quick access and cost-effective connectivity tailored to suit your business needs. It is built to provide customers a “hitless” switching experience, more bandwidth, and dual and diverse end-to-end routing connection arrangements.

Calrec Audio/DiGiCo
Calrec’s compact Brio36 console is broadcast-ready with no compromises or workarounds, with built-in I/O and slots for further connectivity including multiple audio-over-IP (AoIP) protocols. Calrec’s RP1 is a 2RU engine enabling remote mixing functionality, and its Fieldbox and H2Hub can quickly expand and distribute any Hydra2 network. DiGiCo’s brand-new S31 console builds on the audio quality, power, and flexibility of the S21.

Canon U.S.A.
Canon U.S.A. is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital-imaging solutions. The company is committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction and loyalty, providing 100% U.S.-based consumer service and support for all of the products it distributes.

Eurovision
Eurovision is a leading provider of international circuits for HD and 4K distribution of sports around the world. Serving major sports federations and TV networks in the U.S. and abroad, the company ensures live worldwide delivery of top-level basketball, golf, soccer, motor racing, and dozens of other sports.

Fujifilm
The company will exhibit its Fujinon HD and UHD (4K) lenses, including the flagship UA Series. The UA107x8.4B telephoto and the UA13x4.5B wide-angle lens possess the high resolution, high contrast, and high dynamic range characteristic of the series. The UA107x is the longest, widest 4K field lens for UHD and HD broadcast applications.

Grass Valley, A Belden Brand
Grass Valley is demonstrating its LDX 86 Universe and K2 Dyno Universe systems, which provides the ultimate 4K/HD 6X replay solution, and the GV Korona compact switcher and GV Node. Also, GV experts will participate in the Venue Production Workshop panel.

G-Technology
G-Technology designs premium external storage solutions with creative performance and capacity needs in mind. The company’s complete portfolio delivers unmatched throughput, reliability, and best-in-class durability for Mac and PC users alike. From general storage to high-performance RAID solutions for intensive video editing, G-Technology offers storage for every stage of the creative workflow.

Lawo
Lawo provides established solutions for IP video and audio core infrastructure for global sports and entertainment live production, including remote-production flypacks, V__matrix software-defined IP-based video-routing and -processing platform, VSM broadcast-control and -monitoring system, theWALL multiviewer control solution, and the mc²56xt dual-fader audio-mixing console.

Level 3
With Level 3 Vyvx Internet Access, you can send broadcast-quality video over the public internet, without sacrificing pixels on the way. You can use that same internet access to connect to the Level 3 Vyvx Network, book occasional-use services, and use the Level 3 Media Portal for services.

Reality Check Systems
The future of graphics is here. With Singular, content creators can provide a custom experience for each viewer — from language localization to targeted advertising and interactivity. Based on common web standards, Singular provides an open, scalable architecture for web-enabled devices from smartphones and tablets to desktops and smart TVs.

Riedel Communications
Riedel is highlighting the MediorNet MicroN and its uses, ranging from standalone signal processor to decentralized router. The company also is showing its SmartPanel equipped with the new Control App, which, in combination with the existing Intercom App, enables users to route, control, and communicate — all in a single RU.

SAM (Snell Advanced Media)
SAM is exhibiting its LiveTouch sports-replay and highlights system. Fast and easy to use, it delivers sophisticated highlight capabilities, integrated editing, and multicam configuration and offers integration with RT Software’s tOG Sports for graphics and telestration. LiveTouch brings seamless HD/4K handling to replay and production workflows.

SMT
SMT is displaying its Emmy-winning products and services, including the new dual-channel SportsCG in-studio scoring and graphics-publishing platform, the SMART Tracker technology featuring SMT’s 1st and Ten graphics package, and in-venue virtual sponsorship. The company is demonstrating how visual data intelligence can elevate your broadcast!

Vizrt
Vizrt provides the perfect tools for live sports production. The company is showcasing the Viz Arena live-virtual-enhancement tool, Viz Libero analysis tool for broadcasters and coaches, Viz Multiplay stadium screen and video-wall system, and Viz Trio playlist-based graphics- and video-playback system.

WDT
WDT’s WeatherOps team is proud to serve the sports-video industry deploying the finest weather support and guidance tools available. Expanding its relationship with SVG and its members solidifies the company’s position as the premier weather resource to ensure a safe and successful production for each and every broadcast.

Part 2 of this series will run on Tuesday Dec. 6.