DVEO to Launch New Version of Popular OnRamp S-S2/IP™ — Multichannel, SD or HD, MPEG-2 or H.264, Satellite to IP Gateway

New System Now Features HTTP Live Adaptive Bitrate Streaming

San Diego, California — DVEO, the broadcast division of San Diego based Computer Modules, Inc. (CMI), is introducing an updated version of their professional DVB-S or DVB-S2 to IP multi-channel gateway. DVEO will feature the new OnRamp S-S2/IP™ at the International Broadcasting Convention (IBC) in Amsterdam, September 10-14, at Stand 2.A48.

Designed for use in cable broadcasting, telco TV, IPTV, and A/V systems integration, the OnRamp S-S2/IP inputs a mixture of one to four satellite channels and outputs them to a dedicated IP network. The video streams generated can be viewed on television sets with standard IP capable set-top boxes, or on computers using streaming video software clients such as VLC or MPlayer.
The Linux®-based system supports MPEG-2 and H.264 input and output in SD and HD format. Customers can also order the system with the option to transcode MPEG-2 streams into H.264/MPEG-4, up to a maximum combined bitrate of 12 Mbps.

“The latest version of OnRamp S-S2/IP includes IP output with real-time live adaptive bitrate streaming, which sends multiple streams so receivers can adapt to the stream that best fits their bandwidth,” noted Laszlo Zoltan, Sales Manager for DVEO. “This delivers smoother online video that starts faster. With adaptive bitrate streaming, customers can send video streams to mobile phones and hand-held devices such as the iPhone and IPad. Another important new feature is near real time FTP output of segmented transport streams.”

The unit provides PID filtering of all unwanted traffic, increasing system performance and the number of channels which can be transmitted per unit. It features remote configuration management via a web browser and Secure Shell (SSH).

The system is available in a two-rack unit with one to four DVB-S/S2 receivers, or in a compact rack-mountable single channel unit. The option to transcode from MPEG-2 to H.264 can be included with the system, or added later as an upgrade.

Other multichannel IP gateways from DVEO include: OnRamp Analog/IP™, OnRamp ASI/IP™, OnRamp 8VSB/IP™, OnRamp DVB-C/IP™, OnRamp DVB-T/IP™, and OnRamp QAM/IP™.

Features
Multiplexes transport streams into IP packets
Simultaneously receives up to four transport streams
Supports MPEG-2 and H.264 input and output, in SD and HD format
Supports HTTP live adaptive streaming protocol for output to mobile devices
Capable of near real time FTP output of segmented TS streams with I-Frame boundaries
Input: DVB-S or S2
Supports DISEqC
IP Output – UDP, RTP, HTTP, HTTP Live, FTP
PID filtering
200 Mbps IP raw output capability
Optional 12 Mbps IP transcoded H.264 output capability
Transmits PAT, PMT, and PCR information
Receives and transmits at the same time
Remote configuration management via Web Browser and Secure Shell (SSH)
De-encapsulates data streams
Supports NTSC or PAL
Based on embedded Linux®

OnRamp IP gateways are typically deployed in “closed” systems where bandwidth is dedicated and is used for this purpose only. They are not designed to work over the public internet.

DVEO and OnRamp S-S2/IP are trademarks of Computer Modules, Inc.
All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.

Suggested Retail Prices:
Four Channel OnRamp S-S2/IP — $4,395 U.S.
One Channel OnRamp S-S2/IP — $4,195 U.S.
Option for Transcoding from MPEG-2 to H.264 — $3,495 U.S.

Montreal, Canada – August 18, 2010 – Matrox® Video Products Group today announced new features for Matrox Convert DVI, an SD/HD SDI scan converter with genlock priced at just $995 US. Matrox Convert DVI lets broadcasters easily and economically take the computer-based content that is quickly becoming a key part of the nightly news to air. It’s ideal for creating broadcast video from computer applications such as Skype, YouTube, Google Earth, video games, and web browser sessions, as well as citizen journalists’ mobile phone videos. New features in release 2.0 include support for Windows 7 (32- and 64-bit operating systems) and an advanced set-up mode that lets users configure Convert DVI with 50 Hz EDIDs (Extended Display Identification Data) to maximize output quality for 50fps broadcast.”European broadcasters asked us to find a way to compensate for the 60Hz default frame rate of GPUs so they too could benefit from the feature set, quality, and ease-of-use of Matrox Convert DVI,” said Daniel Maloney, Matrox technical marketing manager. “In release 2.0 we are giving them tools to allow their GPUs to render an output at a frame rate ideally suited for conversion to 50fps for broadcast.”

Matrox Convert DVI will be demonstrated at IBC 2010 in Amsterdam, September 10-14, on the Matrox stand 7.B29.

Key features of Matrox Convert DVI
· DVI-D input up to 1920 x 1200

· Digital outputs: HD/SD SDI

· Analog outputs: HD/SD analog component, S-Video, and composite

· SD analog black burst (bi-level) or HD tri-level genlock with timing offset controls

· Simultaneous analog and digital video output

· Stereo audio input can be embedded into the SDI output signal

· Realtime HD to SD hardware downscaling with proper color space and aspect ratio conversion

· Region-of-interest output support

· Can operate as a stand-alone appliance

· Advanced features such as an anti-flicker filter, underscan mode, customizable presets, and password protection

Price and availability
Matrox Convert DVI, priced at $995 US (?649, €799) not including local taxes, is available through a worldwide network of authorized dealers. The 2.0 software release is now available free of charge to registered users from the Matrox website.

Digital Vision is the leading supplier of colour grading, finishing, mastering and restoration solutions for the broadcast, film and commercials industries. At the heart of the company’s technology sits market-defining colour management functionality, highly creative grading tools and comprehensive stereoscopic 3D features for post production. Its Nucoda Film Master broke new ground earlier this year when its toolset was used to grade Europe’s first – and highly successful – 3D feature StreetDance. IBC is the ideal platform to engage with Digital Vision and to sample the power yet simplicity of its technology via demonstrations hosted by leading colourists. Executives will be on-hand to guide visitors through the possibilities associated with DI workflows, stereoscopic grading and restoration requirements.World debut:

The Precision panel: The powerful, ergonomic and slim Precision panel from Digital Vision includes new features such as four track balls, panel touch, screen tactile control surface and virtual keyboard. The high res full colour screen with touch technology also includes intuitive operation, a clearer display and a higher level of detail on the status and settings of the project, timeline and effects. The panel sees a reduced number of controls while maintaining optimal functionality.

Nucoda platform: Digital Vision now has two new solutions to compliment its premium flagship Nucoda Film Master solution, as used by leading content creators including Pixar. To address both film and digital dailies applications as well as serve mid-range DI grading , the company has introduced Nucoda Fuse, a grading and finishing solution that sets the bar for functionality and performance based on the company’s leading image science technology and Nucoda colour tools. Nucoda Compose is Digital Vision’s new entry-level solution that provides a cost-effective, multi-faceted workstation to aid in the grading, finishing and mastering workflow for commercials, film and television post production. All grading solutions are equipped with a 3D toolset.

Phoenix platform: To address the restoration market Digital Vision will demonstrate Phoenix Finish, its new flagship end-to-end restoration, re-mastering and delivery system. This focuses on creating the highest quality deliverables from film or tape based materials. The new mid-range solution – Phoenix Refine – delivers the best in high-end restoration image processing tools to repair any defect or damage to film and video media. The new entry-level Phoenix Touch, which utilises DVO technology, is a cost-effective image restoration software solution for cleaning up VFX plates and DI scans, or can be used as part of large volume restoration projects requiring manual retouch of content.

2010 software release: Digital Vision will demonstrate its new 2010 software release offering significant features and functionality including:
DVO Clarity, the next-generation noise and grain management software featuring automatic profiling
Additional 3D stereoscopic grading and editing tools, viewing modes and mastering options
New Intelligent Isolation colour keyer (I-Keyer)
Updated file format enhancements including Arri Alexa support, MFX OP1a publishing and ALE file export

Matrox Announces Adobe Creative Suite 5 Production Premium Support on Matrox MXO2 Family for MacBook Pro and Mac Pro

Montreal, Canada – August 5, 2010 – Matrox® Video Products Group today announced support for Adobe Creative Suite 5 Production Premium software with Matrox MXO2 I/O devices for Mac OS X. The key features of this new release include professional audio and video input and output with 10-bit hardware up/down/cross conversion and HDMI video monitoring with the unique Matrox calibration controls including blue-only. In addition, WYSIWYG support for Adobe Photoshop and After Effects is also provided.

“Users of file-based workflows will love the built-in color calibration tools on the MXO2 devices that turn their inexpensive HDMI displays into professional-grade HD monitors they can trust, even for color grading,” said Wayne Andrews, Matrox product manager. “When they need to capture from analog or SDI sources, we have them covered too, with the new Matrox Vetura Capture application and the high-quality, highly-efficient Matrox MPEG-2 I-frame intermediate codec.”

‘This release rounds out the Matrox MXO2 cross-platform story,” said Alberto Cieri, Matrox senior director of sales and marketing. “We are the only I/O hardware manufacturer that can claim support for the three most popular professional editing applications: Adobe Premiere Pro, Apple Final Cut Pro, and Avid Media Composer.”

The entire family of Matrox MXO2 devices will be demonstrated at IBC 2010 in Amsterdam, September 10-14, on the Matrox stand 7.B29.

Key features of the Matrox MXO2 family for Mac with Adobe CS5 Production Premium

· Convenient form factors for use in studio, on set, in the field, and in OB vans

· Works with MacBook Pros and Mac Pros

· Broadcast quality HD/SD video and audio input/output

· Flexible support for leading codecs, file formats, cameras, and workflows

· Matrox Vetura Capture application for fast capture to HD and SD codecs – highly-efficient Matrox MPEG-2 I-frame at up to 300 Mb/s and Apple Uncompressed

· Matrox Vetura Playback application for convenient playback of H.264 and .mov files

· Extensive application support including Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and After Effects

· 10-bit HDMI input, output, and monitoring with calibration controls including blue-only

· 10-bit realtime hardware up/down/cross conversion on capture and output

· Three-year hardware warranty and complimentary telephone support

Availability

Matrox products are available through a worldwide network of authorized dealers. Adobe CS5 support for the Matrox MXO2 devices for Mac (release 2.1) will be available to registered users as a free download from the Matrox website in October 2010.

Matrox Announces Vetura Capture Application – a Powerful Complement to Adobe Premiere Pro CS5, Apple Final Cut Pro 7, and Avid Media Composer 5

Montreal, Canada – August 5, 2010 – Matrox Video Products Group today announced Matrox Vetura Capture for Mac OS X, a stand-alone capture software application compatible with the Matrox MXO2 family of I/O devices. Matrox Vetura Capture lets users quickly and easily capture QuickTime files using popular codecs installed on their editing systems. With Adobe Premiere Pro CS5 the Matrox MPEG-2 I-frame codec and Apple Uncompressed formats are supported. With Final Cut Pro 7, ProRes, DVCPRO HD and other popular Final Cut Pro codecs are supported. With Avid Media Composer 5, the Avid DnX, DnXHD, and other popular Avid Media Composer codecs are supported.

“Matrox Vetura Capture enables new on-set workflows when used with a Matrox MXO2 device and a Mac Pro equipped with a Matrox CompressHD H.264 encoding accelerator card,” said Wayne Andrews, Matrox product manager. “While recording XDCAM EX, P2, or RED footage as usual, users can also feed the output of their camera through their Matrox MXO2 device and capture directly into H.264 .mov files using Matrox MAX technology that is built into the CompressHD card. Dailies are immediately available as low bit rate, manageable-sized files for delivery to the client.”

“We’re continuing to add value to the Matrox MXO2 product line,” said Alberto Cieri, Matrox senior director of sales and marketing. “With Matrox Vetura Capture we have started to implement our vision of expanding the capabilities of Matrox MAX technology beyond simple H.264 export acceleration.”

Matrox Vetura Capture will be demonstrated at IBC 2010 in Amsterdam, September 10-14, on the Matrox stand 7.B29.
Availability

Matrox products are available through a worldwide network of authorized dealers. The Matrox Vetura Capture application for Mac will be available in release 2.1 to registered users of Matrox MXO2 devices as a free download from the Matrox website in October 2010.

Entire Cooke range from 5/i to Panchro on display at IBC 2010

Leicester, UK – 4th August 2010 – At IBC 2010 Cooke Optics will be demonstrating its full range of precision lenses for motion pictures, including the top-of-the-line 5/i Prime lens.
Visitors to Stand 11.D10 will also see the industry favourite S4 and the lightweight and affordable Panchro lens launched at IBC 2009. The entire Cooke family is famed for producing the warmth and luminosity known as the ‘Cooke Look’.

The 5/i lenses have been an unparalleled success since their launch at IBC 2009, and are currently being used to shoot the latest films by Woody Allen and Martin Scorsese. A key feature of the 5/i Primes is a revolutionary, dimmable, illuminated focus ring, with two separately toggled scales (cinematographer and assistant), that allow the focus puller to read the scales in low lighting conditions.

The reduced size, weight and true focal length markings of the Panchro lenses make them perfect for 3D stereoscopic productions, as well as documentaries, 2nd unit shoots and situations when a faster lens is not crucial, or when shooting in difficult situations such as crash scenes or VFX shoots.

The award-winning Cooke S4 prime lenses were originally designed and developed in close technical collaboration with industry professionals, and continue to offer superb optical and mechanical performance, control of flare, distortion, veiling glare and spherical aberrations at full aperture.

All Cooke lenses are equipped with the /i Technology protocol, which has recently taken a further step towards becoming a recognized industry standard with the confirmed support of Fujinon. Thales Angenieux also adopted /i Technology in April 2010, joining an august group of companies: Aaton, Avid, ARRI, Avid, Cinematography Electronics, CMotion, Mark Roberts Motion Control, Preston Cinema Systems, RED, The Pixel Farm, Service Vision and The Foundry.

/i Technology enables film and digital cameras to automatically record key lens and camera data for every film frame shot and provide it to post-production teams digitally. The technology streamlines both production and post, saving significant time and costs and eliminating guesswork, while enabling greater creative freedom.