IBC 2013: Vitec Celebrates 25 Years of Video Innovation

VITEC Celebrates 25 Years of Video Innovation with World’s First and Fastest at IBC 2013, Amsterdam

For 25 years, VITEC has combined creativity, innovation, and the newest technology into all of their products. This worldwide provider of powerful digital video will be at IBC 2013 in Amsterdam from September 13 to 17, 2013. You can visit them in Hall 7, booth J31 to see the exciting new products that they've added to their line-up of their outstanding end-to-end media solutions:

• FIRST – HEVC/H.265 DECODING CARD: Featuring the New Stradis HDM850+, the World’s First HEVC/H.265 professional decoder card with back-to-back seamless and frame accurate playback in HEVC/H.265 and MPEG-2 

• FASTEST – New MGW Sprint, powered by TurboVideo2 technology, the World’s Fastest H.264 codec with under 1 frame glass-to-glass delay for full HD streaming and Best-in-Class input selection as well as the MGW portable encoder family of the MGW Premium, MGW Nano, and the MGW Pico 

• PORTABLE RECORDING: Focus FS-T2001 next generation portable media recorder for ENG/EFP recording, playback and media management 

• PROXY RECORDING: Focus FS-H50/60/70 Proxy Recorders are compact, professional recorders that offer a wide range of inputs and resolutions and are compatible with popular smartphones, tablets, computers and NLEs 

• NLE PROJECT PARKING: Proxsys PA-Series provides efficient archiving and Project Parking for video clips and NLE projects 

• MEDIA LOGGING: Monisys MR- and ML-Series for media recording and 24/7 media logging with PTZ control, preview and playback via mobile App 

• CONVERSION: Extensor Mini-Converters seamlessly convert, distribute and process industry standard HD-SDI, HDMI, or Analog sources and support a wide range of frame rates 

Additionally VITEC will showcase many of our other products.

“VITEC is thrilled to continue the celebration of our twenty-fifth anniversary with the introduction of a remarkably wide range of exciting new products that we will be demonstrating at IBC this year. At the quarter century mark, we’re proud that the engineering power we have united under the VITEC name is yielding an exceptionally high level of innovation and advanced technology which translates to truly outstanding products,” said Philippe Wetzel, CEO of VITEC. “The past year of intensive work and accelerated development has produced substantial results, with powerful, smart products that will allow our customers to streamline every link of the video chain and offer more exciting and revenue-enhancing media services than ever before.” 

Visit VITEC at IBC, Hall 7 #J31, or visit http://www.vitecmm.com for more information.

JVC Handheld 4K Camcorder GY-HMQ10 announced at the CES 2012 - International Consumer Electronics Show

JVC Professional announced the GY-HMQ10 is the world’s first handheld 4K camcorder, which captures, records, and plays video images at four times the resolution of high definition television. Powered by JVC’s Falconbrid large-scale integration (LSI) chip for high-speed signal processing and a 1/2-inch CMOS imager with 8.3 million active pixels, it delivers real-time 3840x2160 footage at 24p, 50p, or 60p.

JVC GY-HMQ10 handheld 4K camcorder

“We’re witnessing the birth of what is destined to become a broad market for full 4K end-to-end production,” said Edgar Shane, general manager of engineering, at the International Consumer Electronics Show, CES 2012, in Las Vegas. “The GY-HMQ10 is a breakthrough product that opens up 4K imaging to users who previously wouldn't have considered it.”

High resolution 4K still picture imaging has been around for several years in DSLR cameras. Motion video capture with these cameras has always been done at a lower video resolution because of lack of processing power. Likewise, high end digital motion picture cameras may capture 4K images, but often provide a raw data output to an external storage array for later processing—again due to lack of processing power in the camera. There just hasn't been the ability to capture, process, display and record full 4K images in real time until now.

JVC's Falconbrid LSI processing takes raw image data from the camera's CMOS device and dematrixes (deBayers) it in real time. Unlike many high end 4K cameras, the GY-HMQ10 is able to output 4K images to a monitor or projection system in real time with virtually no latency. This capability opens up applications in cinematography, medical microscopy, telepresence, specialized observation / surveillance, and live wide-view event coverage.

Using MPEG-4 technology and a variable bit rate H.264 codec operating at up to 144 Mbps, the GY-HMQ10 records up to two hours of 4K video to SDHC or SDXC memory cards.

JVC GY-HMQ10 handheld 4K camcorder's side view

In addition to 4K imaging, the GY-HMQ10 also captures and records 1080i or 1080/60p full HD, with a 8.3 megapixel imager and superior lens. HD is recorded on a single memory card in a format compatible with most editing systems. 

Another feature is the ability to crop an HD image from a 4K frame. This can be accomplished in post production, or in real time during camera playback. The “trimming” feature makes HD cropping easy using the camera's touch panel LCD monitor.

Similar in size to JVC GY-HM150 ProHD camcorder, the GY-HMQ10 includes a build-in F2.8 10x zoom lens with optical image stabilizer, as well as a color viewfinder and 3.5-inch touch LCD monitor with a new intuitive user interface. The GY-HMQ10 is built in a lightweight form factor.

The GY-HMQ10 is equipped with manual level controls for audio, with audio metering in the LCD and viewfinder displays. A microphone holder and two balanced XLR connectors with phantom power are located on the handle. The camera is also equipped with a built-in stereo mic for ambient sound pickup.

Other features include JVC’s patented Focus Assist, as well as manual and auto control of focus, iris, gain, shutter, gamma, color matrix, and white balance. 

The GY-HMQ10 has a list price of  $4,995 and will be available in March, 2012. 

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Call For Stock Video Submissions

Fotolia, one of the world’s leading sources for legal, low-cost imagery announces a call for high quality, user-generated video submissions, in preparation for the launch of its stock video offering, which will supplement its current library by licensing royalty-free video clips at microstock prices.

Fotolia is looking for a wide variety of content submissions – from animation and stop motion to digital film and traditional video. Submissions should be 320x240 to 1920x1080, 24/30 frames per second, and 5-60 seconds long. Fotolia will licensing broadcast-quality footage, in a variety of digital formats, including HD video, for as little as $10. Contributors can learn more about the offering and register to begin submitting clips by logging on Fotolia.

Since its launch in November, 2005, Fotolia has grown to offer one of the world’s largest libraries of legal, micro-priced images on the Web, offering professional and amateur photographers the ability to connect with more than 500,000 media buyers worldwide – from small businesses and design firms to some of the world’s most recognizable brands. With the launch of its stock video offering, Fotolia continues to expand its reach into new markets, satisfying the needs of videographers and video buyers worldwide by providing high-quality, low-cost alternatives to traditional stock video offerings.

Kodak SDHC Video Memory Cards

At the 2009 International Consumer Electronics Show - CES 2009 - in Las Vegas, Kodak unveiled new accessory offerings, including new SDHC Video Memory Cards, customized for faster video transfer and available in 4, 8 and 16 GB capacities to capture and store more HD video.

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Kodak Zx1 Pocket Video Camera

Kodak expands its line of video cameras with the Kodak Zx1 Digital Video Camera, a compact and weather-resistant device that enables “go-anywhere” High Definition recording.

The Zx1 allows users to shoot and share high-quality video quickly and simply, with 720p HD video capture – at 60 or 30 fps – a vibrant 2.0-inch LCD screen, and built-in software for easy editing and sharing of content to YouTube™ and other social media and networking websites.

"The Zx1 is a fun and interactive way to engage in ‘on-the-go’ storytelling, and enables consumers to quickly and easily share their adventures online,” said John Blake, General Manager Digital Capture and Devices, Vice President, Eastman Kodak Company.

The new camera’s feature set includes:

• Pocketable 720p HD video capture at 60 fps Weather-resistant design that stands up to splashes, dirt and more;
• High-quality video capture in bright light or low light - from the beach, to the nightclub;
• Easy editing, personalization, and uploading to YouTube or other Internet sites with built-in video software, ArcSoft Media Impressions for Kodak;
• Expandable SD/SDHC Card slot for memory cards up to 32 GB, that can record up to 10 hours of HD video (Record approximately 20 minutes per 1GB at HD 30fps);
• Available in five colors: black, red, pink, blue and yellow (Color availability may vary).

The Kodak Zx1 Pocket Video Camera will be available from Spring 2009, and retail for US$149.95 MSRP.

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The Little Digital Video Book Second Edition

This completely revised edition of the bestselling book The Little Digital Video Book by Michael Rubin shows readers how to make great videos for family, school, work, or just for fun

Digital video expert Rubin puts the power of video storytelling into readers’ hands by demystifying filmmaking so that even the busiest parent or weekend video hobbyist can produce impressive movies in just a few hours. Readers will learn that all they need to start creating videos is a digital video camera and a computer equipped with video-editing software—and this book.

The second edition of The Little Digital Video Book, is not only improved and updated, but now consists of a book, a blog and a community. The accompanying blog includes many video examples from the book as well as the author’s latest observations and explorations in video, which ensures that the content is always topical and fresh. There is even a community connected to the blog where readers can post their videos.

Author Michael Rubin said, “Everyone in this media age should understand how video is shot and edited to make the stuff we see on TV and the Internet. Anyone can do it. You don't have to want to be the next Steven Spielberg to benefit from mastering video."

The Little Digital Video Book, Second Edition is now available at peachpit.com, Amazon.com, and as an eBook via Safari Books Online.

About The Author

Michael Rubin joined the George Lucas team in 1985, introducing cutting-edge computerized tools to Hollywood. For the next ten years he worked not only as a product designer and educator, but also an editor in the television and film industry—contributing to projects ranging from The Twilight Zone to Bernardo Bertolucci's The Sheltering Sky. Rubin is the author of more than a dozen books including Beginner’s Final Cut Pro, Apple Training Series: iLife, and Droidmaker: George Lucas and the Digital Revolution. Most recently he was a director of the Web site at Netflix.

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PQI mTrix Portable Multimedia Player

At IFA Exhibition (Messe Berlin Exhibition Center, Germany, 2nd - 7th September, 2005), Power Quotient International Co., Ltd (PQI) has displayed its range of portable multimedia players namely the mPacks. The topic of this exhibition is Future Digital Lifestyle, focusing on portability, convenience and entertainment. The mPack P600, mPack P400 and the mTrix has been featured, together with the mPack P800 which is already selling in the market. As of 9th August 2005 PQI's portable multimedia players product line are officially Dolby approved by the Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

The mTrix, is currently the smallest portable multimedia players - MPEG4 player. It weighs only 115g but carries a 2” LTPS TFT-LCD full color screen for a high-resolution video playback and sound quality. Built-in with a 32MB NAND Flash memory, this device is conceived out of PQI’s years of expertise in Integrated Technology (Memory & Multimedia technology). This technology enables expandable memory capacity such as MMC/SD/ Intelligent Stick to be integrated into mTrix to produce a big storage and transfer of music, pictures, photos and videos. Besides the MMC/SD/ Intelligent Stick slots, the mTrix has the usual USB 2.0/1.1 port available in its device.

The mTrix supports ASF and Motion JPEG video files, and plays MP3/WMA/WAV audio files with 3D sound enhancement of bass and treble. It also has various equalizers such as normal, pop, rock and jazz. It also has a Photo Viewer that supports JPEG files for a slide show for your photographs. The maximum playing time of the mTrix is 4 hours for video and 6 hours for audio (LCD switched off) on a SD card, and 3.5 hours of video and 5.5 hours for audio (LCD switched off) on an I-Stick.

Ranging between the estimated retail price position of 130 - 150 euros (with import duty, without local taxes, without MMC/SD/ Intelligent Stick), the mTrix is comes with accessories such as CD software, USB driver, AC/DC adapter, USB cable, earphone, pouch and battery pack. This device is also equipped with Rechargeable and Detachable Battery (device also rechargeable through USB connections), Calendar and Clock functions.

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PQI mPack P600 Portable Multimedia Player

At IFA Exhibition (Messe Berlin Exhibition Center, Germany, 2nd - 7th September, 2005), Power Quotient International Co., Ltd (PQI) has displayed its range of portable multimedia players namely the mPacks. The topic of this exhibition is Future Digital Lifestyle, focusing on portability, convenience and entertainment. The mPack P600, mPack P400 and the mTrix has been featured, together with the mPack P800 which is already selling in the market. As of 9th August 2005 PQI's portable multimedia player product line are officially Dolby approved by the Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

The mPack P600 is a power pocket multimedia player with wide screen embedded with a 4W build-in Stereo Speaker. It also comes with a earphone of 70mW for the purest of 3D sound quality in videos, music and movies. This ‘Clam Shell’ shape design protects the in-built 4” Wide Screen LCD, 16.7M colors, 480 x 272 (WQVGA) as well as minimizes power consumption while listening to music. This device has a playtime of 4 hours video (640 x 480, 24fps, AVI files) and 7 hours of audio time. You can share movies, photos, and music directly to a TV through the mPackP600.Besides supporting general Composite TV output, this device also supports full 480i/480P/720P/1080i screen (HDTV via a YprPb component), with a maximum playback resolution of over 800 x 576. As for sound quality, it is as good as its predecessor the P800 as the mPack P600 is fully designed to support 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround (SPDIF 5.1 Channel Surround Optical output). The mPack P600 can also be enhanced with an optional GPS & Navigation function.

Being offered with a 20GB or 30GB hard disk, the mPack P600 supports multiple video, audio and image files. For video files the mPack P600 supports MPEG1/2/4, AVI (XviD), MPG/DAT/VOB/MOD without converting, and ASF/WMV-with the support of converting software. As for audio files, it plays MP3 CBR/VBR, WMA, OGG, AC3, WAV, and MA4 files. As for images, the mPack P600 supports JPEG/GIF/BMP/PNG & various DSC RAW image file formats. Additionally this devices supports text files such as Plain Text Viewer.Through its USB OTG (On-The-Go) features, the mPack P600 enables you to direct access to other appliances for example a camcorder or digital camera without the help of a PC (compatibility list will be uploaded to our website in advanced). In addition to that, it has USB 2.0/1.1 interface which you can connect directly to your PC. These features are necessary for the downloading or uploading of data for the mPack P600.

The retail price position of mPack P600 is estimated between 430 - 480 euros (with import duty, without local taxes and without GPS functions). Additionally, this device is equipped with a User Friendly Graphic User Interface, Detachable and Rechargeable Battery (device also rechargeable through USB connections), Calendar, IrDA Remote Control, Clock, Address Book and Games.

For more PQI news and product details you can also visit PQI Europe at http://www.pqieurope.com/ and PQI Taiwan at http://www.pqi.com.tw/

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PQI mPack P400 Portable Multimedia Player

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PQI mPack P400 Portable Multimedia Player

At IFA Exhibition (Messe Berlin Exhibition Center, Germany, 2nd - 7th September, 2005), Power Quotient International Co., Ltd (PQI) has displayed its range of portable multimedia players (PMPs) namely the mPacks. The topic of this exhibition is Future Digital Lifestyle, focusing on portability, convenience and entertainment. The mPack P600, mPack P400 and the mTrix has been featured, together with the mPack P800 which is already selling in the market. As of 9th August 2005 PQI's PMP product line are officially Dolby approved by the Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Endowed with a 40GB 2.5” hard disk, the mPack P400 comes in a luxurious black cover design that boasts of 6 hours playing time for movie and 10 hours of playing time for music. The mPack P400 plays various file formats such as MPEG1/2/4, AVI (XviD), MPG/DAT/VOB/MOD, ASF/WMV(with the support of converting software) for video, MP3 CBR/VBR, WMA, OGG, AC3, WAV, MA4 for audio, JPEG/GIF/BMP/PNG and some DSC RAW image file format for images and a Plain Text Viewer for text viewing.It is also a PMP device with a High Quality 3.5” full-color and 320 x 240 resolution LCD screen. Besides supporting general Composite TV output, this device also supports full 480i/480P/720P/1080i screen (HDTV via a YprPb component), with a maximum playback resolution of over 800 x 576. Sound-wise, the mPack P400 supports 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround (SPDIF 5.1 Channel Surround Optical output) with various equalizer functions.Loaded with PMP’s highest range of battery capacity, which is 4400mA (device also rechargeable through USB connections), the mPack P400 comes with a CF Card slot and HDD it supports USB 2.0 (compatible with USB 1.1), SD/MMC/Memory Stick/SMC (Compatibility list will be uploaded to our website in advance). In this way, you can backup or save data for the P400. Additionally the mPack P400 comes with a Calendar, Clock, Address Book and Games.

The retail price of mPack P400 is estimated between 415 euros (with import duty, without local taxes). The P800 model of the mPack series is already available for purchase from PQI and its distributors. The rest of the series of the entertainment line are planned for debut at the fourth quarter of 2005.

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PQI mPack P800 Portable Multimedia Player

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The mPack P800 breaks new ground as the first PMP to support the Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format (SPDIF). When linked to a 5.1-Channel Home theater system via optical Toslink port, mPack P800 is able to deliver a crystal clear 5.1 digital surround sound for music and movies. mPack P800 also supports a broader and more inclusive variety of media formats than any other device of its kind, including:

- Video: MPEG 1/2/4, XviD, ASF, AVI, MOD (decoding); MPEG 1 (encoding), with WMV 9 encoding soon available via free firmware upgrade; - Audio: MP3 CBR/VBR, WMA, AC3, AAC, WAV, OGG (decoding); WAV, MP3 (encoding); - Photo: JPEG, GIF, BMP, PNG, RAW Image.

Thanks to mPack P800's TV/DVD recording capability, entertainment lovers can record their favorite DVDs, home videos, and TV programs or sporting events direct from their TV for later playback -- whenever and wherever they want -- on the unit's 3.5-inch, 320 x 240 full-color TFT LCD screen. Live FM radio listening and recording capability is also supported. As a storage/playback platform, mPack P800 enables users to play entertainment from its hard disk drive onto a home TV or theater system. Its USB 2.0 transfer capability not only allows quick download of videos, photos and audio files, but also enables text documents and other files to be easily stored and carried. Movies - PQI's mPack P800 is able to play video files recorded in resolutions higher than 760 x 576 (30 fps) -- the highest among all leading PMPs. The unit's LCD screen provides exceptional, full-color rendition of any kind of visual entertainment. Music - Music lovers can load hours of songs into mPack P800. In addition to MP3s and the many other formats supported, mPack P800 displays available album art on its screen; a built-in EQ enables the user to adjust the sound for normal, jazz, pop, rock, or classic sound environment. The onboard FM tuner makes listening to and recording favorite live FM programs easy. Photos - The mPack P800 also functions as a walking photo gallery. The unit's type II CompactFlash slot lets users mount their CompactFlash card directly into mPack in order to save and view pictures without connecting to a PC. Memory Stick, Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard and SmartMedia cards are supported through an optional 4-in-1 adapter.

Convenience Features - mPack P800 includes two different remote controls -- an in-line wired remote for close-up control, and a wireless infrared remote control for use across the room such as when connected to a home system. The remotes also allow quick navigation of music files, video, and pictures, making it fun and convenient to experience all forms of stored entertainment. PIMS functions of the mPack P800 including a calendar, address book, and clock. The internal microphone allows instant, on-the-fly recording of lectures, business meetings, or verbal notes. mPack P800 even includes a number of entertaining games to make sure users are never bored. Other advanced usability features include a full complement of operational software including full-function audio/visual file browser, a download manager, address book manager, media library, and smart firmware update utility.

Pricing and Availability - PQI's mPack P800 requires 4400 mAh to operate (two permanently-installed 2200 mAh rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries) and comes with 70mW ear bud earphones; AC adaptor with cable; USB 2.0, SPDIF cable, Manual, Quick Guide, CD and A/V cables; infrared and in-line remote controls; daytime carrying bag; and larger travel bag with room for all accessories.

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