BETHPAGE, NY— RadiantGrid Technologies, developer of leading-edge transcoding, transformation, and new media automation service platforms, is providing Rainbow Network Communications with a consolidated solution to handle transcoding for the new cable network, MSG Varsity. In addition, Rainbow Network Communications will be using RadiantGrid to support transcoding of proxies and export material from its vast vault of SD content and ever growing vault of HD content. more

LOCUST VALLEY, NY – MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems, a premier provider of fiber optic-based video and audio transport and routing solutions for broadcast and pro A/V applications, is the recipient of Government Video magazine’s 2009 SALUTE Award for its SilverBULLETâ„¢ Mini 3G HD/SDI Fiber Optic Link. The award was presented to MultiDyne at this year’s Government Video Expo held December 1 – 3 in Washington, D.C. more

Partnership Combines 40 Years of Experience for Complete Broadcast Solutions

BURBANK, CALIFORNIA, DECEMBER 4, 2009 – Bexel, a unit of The Vitec Group’s Services Division, and XOS Technologies, Inc., a leader in digital sports media, are pleased to announce a collaborative partnership designed to provide enhanced production solutions to the collegiate sports industry. With a combined 40 years of industry experience, this newly created alliance, will offer comprehensive solutions designed to accommodate clients’ needs in today’s increasingly complex broadcasting environment. more

C100 Used for Live News and Local Programming

MEMPHIS, TN – Solid State Logic has completed the installation of a new C100 HD-S Digital Broadcast Console for WHBQ-TV, a station owned and operated by Fox Broadcasting Company. The station began broadcasting its local newscasts in high definition in June of 2009 necessitating the move to an HD capable audio console. WHBQ broadcasts a total of 36½ hours of local news a week, with 7½ hours on weekdays, two hours on Saturdays and one hour on Sundays – more than any other television station in the State of Tennessee. The C100 HD-S, with its advanced feature set tailored for live broadcast operation, rock solid reliability and deft handling of network 5.1 surround, brings WHBQ-TV in line with the HD future. more

Limited Space, Cooling and Electric Service Challenges Solved by Powersoft

SANTA BARBARA, CA, NOVEMBER 30, 2009 – The UC Santa Barbara Events Center, a 5,600-seat, indoor multi-purpose stadium also known as The Thunderdome, recently upgraded its sound system to meet the increased audio demands of sporting and entertainment events. Because of the installation’s physical and electrical restrictions, Acoustic Dimensions, the designer for the project, chose Powersoft amplifiers to drive the speakers for the new system, drawing on Powersoft’s inherent design efficiencies to solve these types of challenges. more

Training for Both Audio Professionals and End Users

WEST CHESTER, PA, NOVEMBER 23, 2009 — Aviom, exclusive developer of the world’s most powerful audio transport protocol, A-Net®, is continuing the company’s educational initiative with the announcement of its December Applications & Technical Training Program webcasts. Aviom will be offering two types of seminars: one session is designed for contractors, consultants and other audio professionals and a second is a how-to for end users. The featured seminar for audio professionals for the month will be Aviom’s Pro64: The Next Generation of Digital Audio Connectivity held on December 8, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. Eastern (12:00 p.m. Pacific). December’s featured end-user seminar is Getting Started with Personal Mixing taking place on December 3, 2009, at 8:00 p.m. Eastern (5:00 p.m. Pacific). more

ONTARIO, CANADA, NOVEMBER 16, 2009 — Holophone®, the leading manufacturer of surround microphones, is now shipping its PortaMic 5.1 and PortaMic Pro camera-mountable surround microphones. Holophone’s PortaMic 5.1 is an easy-to-use and cost-effective means of recording surround sound directly to a camera or any stereo recording device, while its PortaMic Pro microphone is based on the design of the PortaMic 5.1, but offers a wider feature set designed for professional applications, also in a compact size at an aggressive price point. more

CamPac2 Wireless Transmitter and NewsCaster DR1 Receiver Provide Flawless Transmission

BEIJING, CHINA, NOVEMBER 16, 2009 – When China Central Television (CCTV) needed to find a microwave technology supplier for its first ever HD coverage of the Chinese National Day Parade, it turned to Nucomm’s CamPac2 wireless camera transmitter and Newscaster DR1 diversity receiver. more

DES PLAINES, IL, NOVEMBER 12, 2009 — Gepco International, a General Cable company and industry leader in professional audio and video interconnect products, is introducing the HDR1 High Density Distribution Rack, an updated design of its original HDR distribution rack. With a new electrically isolated, 1RU six-position design, the HDR1 delivers a compact and expandable solution for SMPTE hybrid fiber patching and distribution systems. more

WEST MILTON, PA, NOVEMBER 9, 2009 – The new audio system at Revival Tabernacle’s recently completed new facility centers around one of the world’s largest Aviom Pro16® digital snakes and audio distribution systems. The selection of Aviom allows the church to reconfigure its system quickly, has helped ensure sonic clarity in the new sanctuary and secondary areas, and delivered substantial savings to the church during installation. more