NAB product highlights
Apr 1, 2009 12:00 PM
More than 30 pages of must-see new products at NAB2009.
DIGITAL MICROWAVE RADIO LINK
Elber CPM
Working frequency can be any 500MHz band between 6GHz and 15GHz; modulation can be either analog or digital; an external IF input for backup signals is also available; COFDM section includes an SD 4:2:0/4:2:2 encoder.
+39 0185 351 333; www.elber.com
Booth: C2626
SATELLITE RECEIVER
Comtech EF Data CMR-8500
Encapsulates IP data into multiprotocol format for distribution over an asynchronous serial interface; designed for high-speed data applications; unit's 1RU rack-mountable platform is equipped with two GigE inputs and dual ASI outputs; capable of network throughput up to 155Mb/s and an aggregate packet processing of 140,000 packets per second.
480-333-2200; comtechefdata.com
Booth: SU6909
SHOTGUN MIC
Audio-Technica BP4071L
Measures 21.22in; features an extremely narrow polar pattern, excellent rejection from the sides and rear of the microphone and crisp, intelligible audio reproduction; offers switchable low-frequency roll-off and a 10dB pad; comes equipped with a stand clamp, windscreen and case.
330-686-2600
www.audio-technica.com
Booth: N2121
IP-BASED AUDIO ROUTER
Logitek JetStream Mini
Provides functionality for up to 24 faders in single or multiple consoles in 2RU enclosure; offers 64 channels of IP audio through five types of I/O cards; features GPI I/O, profanity delays, input metering and microphone processing.
713-664-4470; www.logitekaudio.com
Booth: N7124
HD CONVERTIBLE CAMERA
Panasonic AW-HE870
A 2/3in HD/SD convertible camera that supports 1080i/720p/480i image acquisition; compatible with most 2/3in motor drive zoom lenses, all current Panasonic Broadcast pan/tilts and controllers and many third-party systems; 38-bit digital signal processor and 14-bit A/D converter deliver sharp images even in difficult lighting; spatial offset and image-processing technologies provide high-quality, HD imaging; 12-axis color correction allows for precise control and matching of HD video.
201-392-4127; www.panasonic.com/broadcast
Booth: C3712, C3327
SET DESIGN/FABRICATION
FX Group
Design process emphasizes collaboration with clients; provides shot-by-shot design for both HD and 16:9 using advanced 3-D modeling; fabrication division allows craftsmen to build and dry-fit set before shipping.
407-573-0499; www.fxgroup.tv
Booth: R300
RAID SYSTEM
CalDigit VR
Advanced two-drive RAID system supports a quadruple interface for easy connectivity (FireWire 400/800, USB 2.0 and eSATA); there is no performance loss when daisy-chaining the unit using FireWire 800; modular design provides two hot-swappable drive modules and an easy-to-read front LCD; with support for RAID 0, 1 and JBOD, it can reach speeds of up to 220MB/s; includes an easy-to-use GUI for configuration and monitoring, which supports e-mail notification.
714-572-6668; www.caldigit.com
Booth: SL13610
MASTER CONTROL AUTOMATION
Florical RemoteAirBoss
Optional module within S.M.A.R.T. Central; enables access to monitor or control on-air playout from any workstation within the network; can control a single channel or simplify centralization of master control, allowing hub location selection based on workflow needs or as workload changes.
352-372-8326
www.florical.com
Booth: SU1802
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