Broadcast Engineering Webcasts
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Building an HD News Studio Sponsored by Signiant October 26, 2011 While the networks are providing HD news programming, local stations remain challenged in implementing the technology. Even though HD technology and solutions are readily available, choosing among the options can be difficult. This webcast is designed to help news directors and engineers develop a solutions-based plan to move a news operation from SD to HD. The goal is to help ensure good long-term decision-making to maximize the ROI and create an easy to implement workflow for the staff. Upon completion, attendees will better understand the keys to adding cost-effective HD acquisition and production technology to a broadcast newsroom. Attendees will learn about:
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Monitoring MPEG in IP Networks Sponsored by Sencore October 25, 2011 This webcast focuses on teaching engineers how to ensure a high quality of experience for viewers in IP-centric transmission systems. Whether it�s a single IP link to feed the broadcast signal to over-the-air broadcast transmitter, a centralized IP cable distribution network, or a fully-implemented IPTV system, maintaining high-quality video remains job one. And it requires new skills. Attendees will learn about:
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Challenges Surrounding Global Collaboration for Localized Content and Delivery Sponsored by Signiant September 29, 2011, Now available on demand The creation of content is increasingly becoming a global industry. Different locales have requirements for program versions dubbed or subtitled in the local language, and edited to comply with local regulations. This localization is usually sub-contracted to specialist facilities. The consequence is that program files must be transferred around several facilities, and subject to ongoing review and approval, before ready for transmission in the target country. This webcast looks at the impact of the move from videotape to files for the handling of content such as:
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Workflow Automation Efficiencies and Implementation Sponsored by Signiant August 30, 2011, Now available on demand Key to implementing an efficient digital media workflow is providing users, operators and managers with the tools and automation to access, direct and distribute content to any variety of playout platforms. Today�s broadcasters ingest content from multiple worldwide locations, often in a variety of formats. Moving that content from remote source to an editor�s desktop and then to an archive or playout server is not a trivial process. This webcast will examine the key steps in evaluating the above challenges and then building a customized media workflow to meet that need. Attendees to this tutorial will learn about:
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Driving efficiency with state of the art playout technologies Sponsored by Snell July 28, 2011 @ 10am EST/4pm BST Central Casting is the term of the moment when it comes to advanced playout and automation � but there are no large Central Casting models to learn from. Don Rodd outlines his challenges and demanding timeframe to deliver a robust solution that meets the requirements of Encompass today and for the foreseeable future. Learn more |
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Mobile Television: A Broadcast Engineer�s Tutorial July 27, 2011 @ 2pm EST/11am PST This first-person tutorial will help television engineers better understand the unique requirements of transmitting a mobile video signal. Upon completing the webinar, an engineer or manager will be well positioned help a television station take the first steps to begin implementing mobile television. Attendees will learn about:
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Creating file-based workflows Sponsored by Signiant June 28, 2011, Now available on demand File-based workflows are increasingly demanded by today�s fast-paced media and broadcast environments. The seismic shift in how content is acquired, shared and distributed requires today�s engineering managers to re-examine how content is moved both within and outside their studios with an eye to efficiency. Taking advantage of the benefits from file-based workflows requires new thinking, processes and employee training. This webcast is designed to help engineers, technicians and operational managers better understand how to implement a facility-wide, multiscreen, multiplatform digital workflow. Topics to be discussed include: � Automating broadcast and production processes � improving efficiency � Managing the content supply chain � Distribution � moving multiple formats to a variety of locations � Beyond FTP � a newer, faster and easier way to move content � Security � protecting your content � Managing the entire workflow process Don�t miss this important webcast. Learn how you can improve content acquisition, distribution and management with technology and workflow management. Learn more |
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Deploying H.264 in your Distribution Pipeline Sponsored by Sencore May 26, 2011, Now available on demand H.264 produces exceptional picture quality at much lower data rates than MPEG-2. But how does this help you if your customer premises equipment only decodes MPEG-2? This Webcast starts by examining multiple use cases where deploying H.264 in your distribution pipeline can save bandwidth costs, increase the number of available channels or both, all while maintaining or increasing the quality of video delivered to your viewers. Then it details the encoding parameters you�ll use to convert H.264 video to MPEG-2, and vice versa, including high-level concepts like VBR, CBR, and fixed and dynamic GOP patterns, as well as H.264-specific parameters like profiles, levels and entropy encoding. You�ll learn how to optimize quality and data rate for primary and secondary distribution, and how to deliver high-quality video with rock-solid compatibility to your CPEs. H.264 isn�t tomorrow�s technology; it�s today�s. This one-hour Webcast will demonstrate how deploying H.264 within your distribution pipeline can help you operate more profitably, and teach you the basics of H.264 encoding. Learn more |
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Fiber optics for broadcast Sponsored by Riedel May 25, 2011, Now available on demand During this webcast, attendees will get an overview of fiber-optic transmission, including the distribution of RF signals over fiber. Once deemed complex and costly, fiber is now the preferred medium to distribute content in many forms. Topics will include the advantages of deploying fiber as well as the key components involved. We will take a look at types of fiber, passive devices and active components, including transmitters, receivers and optical amplifiers. Typical applications will be noted and basic design criteria will be reviewed. Attendees will learn: � the advantages of fiber � the definitions of basic components � uses and deployments � basic design concepts � distribution applications Learn more |
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Video Archive for Broadcast:
Implementation and Integration Sponsored by Front Porch Digital May 19, 2011, Now available on demand Be part of an in-depth discussion on video archive implementation from initial design to installation, from site survey to commissioning. Get a behind-the-scenes understanding of what it takes to get the job done from a pro with more than 25 years of experience. Understand the biggest issues and the hidden issues on the job. Attendees will learn about: � Infrastructure needs � Facility workflow � Archive system design � Nearline disk � Tape library � Fibre Channel network � File system � Key people � Automation and Commissioning Learn more |
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Audio networking for production and broadcast facilities
Sponsored by Wheatstone March 29, 2011, Now available on demand The adage audio is harder than video has never been more true than it is today. While modern production and broadcast facilities may process one video signal at one time, that content may be accompanied by 20 or more audio channels; six channels of surround, multiple languages, some with surround, others in stereo or monaural. In addition, incoming audio now comes in multiple forms: digital, analog, MADI and embedded. The required routing, processing and monitoring for such divergent, yet related, signals requires a sophisticated audio architecture. This webcast will provide audio/video engineers, technicians and operators with training to best understand and manage the high number of audio channels found in today�s fast-paced and understaffed production and broadcast environments. Learn more |
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Replacing Redefining Content Editing, Distribution and Archiving Sponsored by Data Direct Networks March 24, 2011 Learn how organizations across the industry are resolving key issues within the broadcast enterprise, including quality of service, highly collaborative access, long-term energy efficient archiving and worldwide content distribution. Learn more |
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IT Fundamentals: The Fundamentals of Media Asset Management Systems and Workflows Sponsored by Omneon Nov. 9, 2010, Now available on demand This webcast will review the fundamental elements of media asset management (MAM) and production asset management (PAM) systems and workflows. Workflow examples will be explored to add real world understanding. Architectural aspects will be discussed, including apps running on thin clients, hierarchical storage, virtualized servers, SOA and Web services interfaces. The presentation will also cover aspects of workflow automation. Learn more |
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Advanced Video Compression Sponsored by Sencore Nov. 2, 2010, Now available on demand Learn how to lower content provider OPEX by reducing bandwidth and transponder space using advanced compression technology. This one-hour, live event will cover: Compression fundamentals; Contribution links; Satellite bandwidth, modulation and link budgets; Integrated receiver/decoders; Distribution links; Compression codecs; Transcoding; and Recoding. Learn more |
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Building an End-to-End Digital Production Workflow Sponsored by Quantum September 2010, Now available on demand Attendees will learn about the realities of implementing an effective file-based workflow�from ingest to delivery to archiving. Presenter Adrian Scott, an independent consultant with considerable experience of tapeless implementations, will enumerate the problems that must be solved, will highlight key success�and failure�factors drawn from real-world experience, and will help attendees understand the key solution elements, including: file formats, metadata, media and IT networks, workflow design and implementation, what broadcasters need to do themselves...and what they should leave to suppliers, and dealing with the human elements. Learn more |
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Media Center Cabling: Wire and Fiber September 2010, Now available on demand Today�s new media networks need high-bandwidth copper and optical cabling. Attendees learn how to select, install and maintain wire and optical cable. Example troubleshooting methods, tools and solutions are presented. Topics covered include: Gigabit Ethernet requirements, cabling, CAT6/5E, optical fiber, 10GE over copper, installing fiber, troubleshooting high-speed copper and optical systems, and tools; hardware and software. Learn more |
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Media Data Center - The Path to Performance & Efficiency in the Media Workflow Sponsored by Cisco September 2010, Now available on demand Video Services Forum (VSF) The Cisco Media Data Center is a video-optimized network and data center infrastructure that provides the foundation for digital media workflows. Instead of running each application on its own island, it provides a common high-performance, high-capacity server and storage architecture. This session will focus on tests done by CandIT-media, an independent research institute, and will demonstrate how implementing media services on a virtualized media data center mounted on clustered central storage dramatically simplifies data flows compared with today's common file-based media architectures. Learn more |
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Introduction to A/V Computer Networks September 2010, Now available on demand This webcast introduces key audio/video and IT issues. Attendees are introduced to media networks, connectivity, addressing and bandwidth issues and solutions. Topics covered include: professional video networking vs. IP over Ethernet, Quality of Service—getting video performance out of IT networks, professional video networking between facilities, security, and monitoring, testing and troubleshooting media networks. This webcast also includes a printed PowerPoint tutorial. Learn more |
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Video routers Sponsored by Utah Scientific Sept. 21, 2010, Now available on demand Routing signals in television facilities at one time supported only one or two formats and a couple of audio channels. With the explosion of formats and the need to support surround sound, multi-image display processors, master control and branding devices, routing has become very complex. This seminar will review modern routing systems from analog video and audio to 3GHz and beyond. Attendees will learn about control and integrating with IT approaches. Learn more |
