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NewsDVB hails UHD-1 Phase 2 as tipping point for adoption
The inclusion of High Dynamic Range (HDR), higher frame rates and object-based audio in the latest specification for Ultra High Definition (UHD) could provide the “tipping point” for adoption of the technology, according to the chair of Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB), which agreed the specification.
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NewsBlackmagic Design updates Video Assist
Blackmagic Design has released a “major” update for its Video Assist monitor and recorder that adds 3D LUTs to the 5-inch HD model and the 7-inch 4K device.
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NewsBSI UK revamps RF cameras
BSI UK has overhauled its Real Freedom RF camera system to integrate the unit’s antenna inside the camera back unit.
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NewsArena TV supplements OB trucks with VSM system
Arena TV has added Lawo’s VSM control system to its fleet of outside broadcast vans.
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NewsTVT takes on Scripps' Bains for finance role
Media services and post-production facility TVT has appointed former Scripps Networks group financial controller Richard Bains to the role of vice-president of finance.
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NewsNEP Europe to add Grass Valley cameras to OB trucks
NEP Europe has committed to purchasing all Grass Valley native 4K cameras for its new underconstruction trucks.
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NewsSky Sports puts faith in Ooyala's Flex for PL clips
Sky Sports is using Ooyala’s Flex media logistics platform for the delivery of in-game clips and highlights of Premier League games to 40 international licensee partners.
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NewsFreelance sound editor launches talent agency
A talent agency focused on sound post-production has been launched by freelance sound designer and editor Milos Stojanovic.
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NewsTSL Products sells SoundField line to Freedman Group
TSL Products has offloaded its SoundField surround sound audio product line to The Freedman Electronics Group, which includes the Røde microphones range.
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NewsRestoration and Archive Forum speakers revealed
The producer/director of the recently-released Power of The Daleks and the director of upcoming documentary Spitfire are among the industry leaders lined up to speak at next week’s Restoration and Archive Forum (R&A Forum).
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NewsBroadcast Awards 2017: Best Post House shortlist revealed
The shortlist for the Best Post Production House category at the 2017 Broadcast Awards has been revealed.
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NewsNEP Group set to acquire events services firm Avesco
Outside broadcast giant the NEP Group has agreed a £124m takeover of audio visual equipment and services provider Avesco, which owns events business Creative Technology and services company mclcreate.
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NewsNew tenants join media village at Bottle Yard Studios
Rigging firm Figure Nine and agency Briz Kidz Casting are the latest additions to the media village at The Bottle Yard Studios in Bristol.
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NewsBroadcasters to end tape submissions in 2017
The BBC, BT Sport, Channel 4, Channel 5, ITV, Sky and UKTV will no longer accept the delivery of new programmes on videotape after 1 October 2017, the Digital Production Partnership (DPP) has announced.
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NewsFramestore returns to TV VFX
Framestore is looking to make a fully-fledged return to television after successfully delivering visual effects (VFX) shots and graphics on a broadcast series for the first time in more than seven years.
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NewsTrade bodies merge to form UK Screen Alliance
Animation UK is to become a membership-based trade organisation for the first time after forming a partnership with the UK Screen Association.
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NewsCook joins Molinare as head of IT
Molinare has appointed George Cook to the role of head of IT.
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NewsDeluxe buys cloud-based localisation company Sfera
Deluxe has acquired Sfera, a cloudbased localisation platform and distributed services firm.
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NewsBabcock Media signs deal for Nigeria's Legend TV
Vauxhall-based Babcock Media has won a contract to provide channel aggregation and distribution services for Suburban FiberCo’s Nigerian television platform Legend TV.
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NewsElstree to consider building another new sound stage
The owner of Elstree Studios, Hertsmere Borough Council, wants to hear from firms interested in designing, building and operating a new stage at the Borehamwood facility.