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A fully secure, no risk and easy-to-access method of storing priceless content on the Cloud, during production and/or post-production. Our intelligent Cloud-based archival solution enables content owners to make heuristic searches across their archive quickly and efficiently. Here’s what we offer:  Heuristic search and intelligence capabilities  Diverse options for storage of multiple copies: o One + One archive storage: One copy in a latest, secure enterprise LTO vault solution, which is always online and available in real-time. A second LTO copy is stored at an earthquake and fire proof Disaster Recovery (DR) location such as Iron Mountain, located in a different seismic zone

One + One + One archive storage: Two concurrent copies saved in two different LTO tape libraries which use hardware from different vendors to ensure extra security. A third copy is stored at a DR location o An additional copy can also be stored in an online disk-based storage system controlled by a customizable set of rules. This ensures quickest possible retrieval time  The CLEARTM Advantage: o Manages multiple copies of stored content and helps retrieve the quickest accessible copy, saving valuable time o Enables users to digitally deliver retrieved content to a chosen location based on workflow rules o Provides specialized archival functionality for multiple formats, as well as asset related essences such as dubbed audio and mezzanine files o PrimeAssureTM: A unique algorithm within CLEARTM provides Archive Assurance o Offers a hierarchical archiving system, where any content which is unused for a certain time period goes into a deep archive o Integrates with third-party systems (such as Oracle DIVArchive) to enable a seamless and efficient archiving workflow  Secure deep archive infrastructure: Peta-bytes of storage in temperature controlled, robotic tape libraries for long term storage  Immediate notifications for customers via email to confirm receipt of content  Support for time-based restore: Restored content is deleted once the client has taken a copy

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PFT provides stringent, multi-pass QC. We undertake QC not just
for adherence to technical specs, but also to regulatory guidelines
(like a broadcaster’s S & P) as well as the identification of creative
glitches (like a boom mic showing in a frame). Here’s what we
offer:
Manual and automated file based QC analysis under the
following categories:
 HD/UHD Master QC: A thorough technical evaluation of movies, scripted dramas/comedies, non-fiction series, documentaries etc. Often involves re-QC and re-delivery of rectified versions.
 IMF/4K Master QC: Rigorous QC, involving the use of software like Clipster, Colorfront and Transkoder.
 Third Party QC (HD/UHD/IMF): Part of the mastering process for high value content, this involves double checking the QC done by a primary vendor.
 7.1 Complex Audio QC – Audio QC for theatrical and premium broadcast/OTT platforms. Often offered in parallel with UHD/IMF Master QC.
 Acquisition QC – QC for long form content that has already been through Master QC.
 Audio Asset QC - Audio QC of multiple audio stems, typically synchronized with a picture master. Involves delivery of mixes in multiple configurations (7.1, 5.1, 2.0), M&E, dialog, music, effects stems etc.
 Master Asset/Image Sequence QC – Involves restoring Master DI image sequences like DPX/EXR and Cinema DCDM TIFF sequences from drives or LTO tapes, screening content and verifying check sums.
 Library / Catalog QC – QC for general quality and technical attributes of legacy content, typically performed as part of migration, restoration or redistribution projects.
 Spot QC – Spot check of content at 3-5 different points. Typically involves checking a minute at beginning, middle and end; along with verification of slate and file metadata.
 Watch Down QC – Involves a linear watch down of content from start to end, only stopping to list major issues. Typically performed as a precaution on content which has already been through QC in the past.

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PFT offers the Academy® Award winning Lowry Digital technology — one of the finest tools in the world for Remastering, Upconversion and Restoration. This unique technology helps content owners re-purpose their legacy content for high resolution viewing across all devices — VoD, OTT and traditional linear television broadcasting up to 4K-UHD. Using complex algorithms based on motion estimation, the ‘Lowry Process’ effectively reduces visual noise in motion pictures. This makes it possible to carry out other forms of restoration on the content, such as removing dirt and scratches, reducing flickers, replacing lost details and sharpening the quality of the existing images. It is the only process in the world to offer control of grain (noise) as well as sharpness. To date, more than five hundred classic films have been restored and preserved for posterity using Lowry Digital technology, including Singin' in the Rain, Star Wars Trilogy, Casablanca, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Simpsons, and the James Bond film franchise, to name just a few.

Lowry Digital Offerings

 Software solutions — The proprietary ‘Lowry Process’, may be used for: o Upconversion to HD and 4K-UHD o Image enhancement o Noise Reduction o SD to HD o HD to UHD o De-interlacing o Analog video artifact removal o Frame-rate conversions o Converting 4:3 SD source to 16:9 full frame HD image  Hardware solutions o Alchemist, Tachyon  A fully accessible and integrated cloud-based asset management delivery system  Archival scanners (scans @ 2.7 fps - 4 fps)  Commercial scanners (scans @ 12 fps - 24 fps)  Shot-by-Shot Pan & Scan facilities  Transform all physical video tapes to digital (VHS, Digibeta, 1", 2", U-matic and other formats)  Transform all physical audio tapes to digital (Spools, cassettes and 78 RPM Records amongst other formats)  A color grading setup at the client’s doorstep  Restoration capabilities to tackle nagging errors present in content  Custom filters for scaling images that use spatial frames to fill in details and re-interpolate to avoid aliasing (jaggy lines or ringing)  A dedicated Research & Development (R&D) department for image & video signal processing  Experience of more than 8 years in large scale restoration and enhancement of content from SD to 4K resolution

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CLEARTM, PFT’s award winning Media ERP Suite, offers a new way of Archiving precious content — a fully secure, no risk and easy-to-access method of storing priceless content on the Cloud, during production and/or post-production. Our intelligent Cloud-based archival solution enables content owners to make heuristic searches across their archive quickly and efficiently.

Here’s what we offer:  Heuristic search and intelligence capabilities  Diverse options for storage of multiple copies: o One + One archive storage: One copy in a latest, secure enterprise LTO vault solution, which is always online and available in real-time. A second LTO copy is stored at an earthquake and fire proof Disaster Recovery (DR) location such as Iron Mountain, located in a different seismic zone One + One + One archive storage: Two concurrent copies saved in two different LTO tape libraries which use hardware from different vendors to ensure extra security. A third copy is stored at a DR location o An additional copy can also be stored in an online disk-based storage system controlled by a customizable set of rules. This ensures quickest possible retrieval time  The CLEARTM Advantage: o Manages multiple copies of stored content and helps retrieve the quickest accessible copy, saving valuable time o Enables users to digitally deliver retrieved content to a chosen location based on workflow rules o Provides specialized archival functionality for multiple formats, as well as asset related essences such as dubbed audio and mezzanine files o PrimeAssureTM: A unique algorithm within CLEAR provides Archive Assurance o Offers a hierarchical archiving system, where any content which is unused for a certain time period goes into a deep archive o Integrates with third-party systems (such as Oracle DIVArchive) to enable a seamless and efficient archiving workflow  Secure deep archive infrastructure: Peta-bytes of storage in temperature controlled, robotic tape libraries for long term storage  Immediate notifications for customers via email to confirm receipt of content  Support for time-based restore: Restored content is deleted once the client has taken a copy

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PFT provides high quality Digitization services for the conversion of analog content (video and audio) into digital form. We undertake source-agnostic digitization for all formats and transcode digitized content into suitable format(s) for delivery. Our stringent quality
control throughout the content lifecycle includes both manual and Automatic QC. Here’s what we offer:

A team of experts well-versed in industry standard formats and broadcast guidelines
 20+ years of experience, with specialization in bulk digitization
 Ability to digitize up to 200 hours per day across multiple
formats
 Ability to handle legacy video formats including U-matic,
DVCAM, Betacam, Digibeta, D5, HDCAM SR, VHS, SVHS, VHS-C, as well as audio from gramophones, audio spool players, vinyl records, etc.
 End-to-end supporting services for cataloguing, bulk
digitization, audio and video correction, restoration, metadata tagging, archiving, mastering, and delivery
 SLA-driven deliveries
 Future-proof formatting using the highest possible quality of encoding
 Global delivery model supported by a worldwide network of in-house studios
 Ability to execute work from within client premises
 Watertight security: ISO 27001 & SOC2 certified
 Best in class infrastructure:
• Digital Rapids and iCR encoders
• Dolby® certified QC rooms
• RTI video cleaning machine for cleaning tapes
• Baton and Cerify for Auto QC
• EMC Isilon for storage

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Limelight Video Platform is the fastest and most intuitive way to manage and distribute online video to media devices everywhere. Engage web audiences with immersive video content. Track performance and collect valuable metrics from your viewers. The power and simplicity of Limelight Video Platform lets you manage, publish, syndicate, measure, and monetize web video with ease. Upload your source file and our transcoding services automatically handle video format conversions and publishing steps required for optimized viewing on any device, anywhere. The video platform is integrated with the global Orchestrate Platform to deliver the high-quality viewing experience audiences expect.

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Axinom CMS (Content Management System) is a fully extensible content management system built to meet the requirements of the media and aerospace industry in managing many content types, metadata, and services. The capabilities span automated workflows for the digital supply chain, including asset and metadata management, localization, e-commerce, advertising, subscription management, and secure multi-channel delivery to all types of client devices. The interfaces and services layer of Axinom CMS provides a seamless and automated way to integrate various interfaces and services out-of-the-box either with Axinom or any other backend systems.

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Ingest & playout broadcast quality video in SD, HD, and UHD
Dalet Brio is an innovative and cost-effective platform for broadcast customers looking for non-proprietary hardware to digitize and playback their content, either as a complement or replacement of their existing video servers. Built on an IT-based input and output video platform, it seamlessly integrates with Dalet Solutions to provide a highly flexible and scalable end-to-end solution.

Dalet Brio units are designed to ingest and playout broadcast quality video in SD, HD, and UHD formats. They come in a variety of input/output or local/central storage combinations. Each unit is built on robust IT equipment with built-in redundancy.


Flexible Codec Support
Dalet Brio supports a very wide range of software codecs. In order to ensure broad interoperability, industry-standard wrappers such as Quicktime & MXF are supported, allowing seamless workflow integration with third-party NLEs and Dalet production tools. Dalet Brio can play any supported files, including a mix of SD, HD and UHD on the same timeline, back-to-back with dynamic cross-, up- and down- conversion of the video signal, as well as aspect ratio modifications.

Transition to IP
Dalet Brio is ready for the transition to IP-based video production, with the support of multiple video-over-IP standards from the high-end SMPTE 2022-6/-7 and SMPTE 2110, including NMOS interoperability, to the popular NewTek NDI streams. Dalet Brio supports hybrid SDI / IP workflows, to ensure that the transition to IP production is smooth. Dalet is working together with the AMWA association.

Proven Reliability
With more than 1,000 news, channel automation, MAM & QC, and sports production deployments, Dalet Brio has a successful track record that spans just about every broadcast server workflow scenario. More than its versatility, Brio has proven its load tolerance and scalability capabilities, supporting large content producers and broadcasters.

Third-party support
Dalet Brio can be part of Dalet Galaxy Architecture for Ingest and Playout but can also fit into third-party MAM, NRCS, and Playout control systems with VDCP and BVW protocol. With Dalet Brio supporting FIMS standards, Adobe Premiere Pro CC can control Dalet Brio for ingest as a plugin as well as Ingest to AVID Interplay/ISIS and Apple FCP X.

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The real challenge lies in developing a search engine you won’t need to constantly rewire to match your audience’s changing viewing habits and demands.

What we provide instead is a ready-to-use, comprehensive search engine built with OTT media providers in mind and with a UI to rival Netflix’s, to retain your existing users and attract new ones by supercharging your search functionality. A competitive Pay TV search engine should, consequently, be able to handle millions of customized queries, many of which are mired with partial matches, spelling errors, and unexpected synonyms. Utelly’s search engine handles even the most unpredictable queries with relative ease. Highly specific searches, such as for actors or genres, result in relevant answers every single time. Don’t just take our word for it though - our incredibly flexible search engine is popular with both boutique domestic and multinational OTT providers grossing billions in revenue.

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It is a software-based playout automation system which provides powerful, flexible and user-friendly broadcasting solutions via a client-server architecture.

Libero Play manages from scheduling to playout and switches automatically from rundown items to live sources. It has extensive support for a wide range of file formats compatibility. The system offers frame-accurate synchronization between main and backup video servers. Libero Play guarantees scalability for the addition of an almost unlimited number of channels, operator positions, and devices while the system remains live.

KEY FEATURES

• Client-Server architecture


• Stability designed for 24/7


• NDI 4.5 Support


• Frame-accurate redundancy between main and backup video servers


• SD/HD/UHD/4K/8K support (*)


• Possibility to play between marked IN and OUT points


• MOS Protocol Support for NRCS integration


• Logo insertion including the possibility of automatic logo switching


• Output preview feature


• Wide range of file formats compatibility


• Multi-language support


• Auto-update for commercial blocks


• Ability to loop a single or multiple rundown items


• Multiple input source support (SDI/IP Stream)


• Multiple output source support (SDI/NDI/IP Stream)


• Advanced control panel with speed control


• Ability to insert virtual rundown items (placeholders) with duration


• UDP/RTP/RTSP/RTMP/HLS/MPEG-DASH/SRT for Stream output


• Warnings for a missing clip, scheduled events, storage spaces and updated lists


• Search option from devices, file systems, and 3rd party systems


• Multi-channel control on a single interface with customizable columns and counters


• Indicator for clip validity information to be ensuring all elements are ready to play

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IO from Cerberus Tech is a software-based live IP video switching platform. Operating point-to-point, or point-to-multipoint, the IP broadcast application allows for seamless switching between; RTP, UDP, RIST, SRT, RTMP and HLS delivery protocols. It can be scaled to unlimited outputs and used within a device, data centre or cloud environment.

IO utilises industry standard IP methods, for secure, reliable open delivery. It enables automatic switching between open video transport stream protocols, for in/out video and audio contribution and distribution. This allows users to seamlessly convert on-premises video traffic to cloud facing protocols. Featuring full management and monitoring capabilities via a simple and intuitive user interface.

IO was built using the application tool Docker, which accelerates development workflows with an integrated pipeline and consolidated application components. IO defines the environment in which the software runs, without limiting the user to specific operating systems or hardware. This allows for greater flexibility for users to deliver content securely to partner services, in any format including Remote Production, Channel Partners, Broadcasters, and CDN's as well as global head ends.

Compatible with any other device using the same standards, IO offers interoperability without the need for proprietary software. IO can be installed as a container on hardware, virtual machine or cloud environments, as well as behind organisational firewalls. IO can be used as either a sending or receiving device. Or it can sit in-between broadcasting devices, acting as a central hub for content distribution.

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IMF Analyser is a high-performance, flexible software solution for the analysis and validation of IMF compositions and packages. Easily integrated into media workflows, IMF Analyser validates completeness and conformance, examining each component including validation of MXF assets against the relevant standards and cross-checks between components.

IMF Analyser features can:

• Reduce rework and save costs, by continuously validating IMF compliance throughout workflows to eliminate downstream errors


• Improve customer satisfaction and grow repeat business by always delivering 100% compliant IMF packages


• Realise the Quality Control cost benefits of IMF by aligning QC with the componentised, distributed processing of IMF workflows


• Ensure interoperability of your systems by testing new releases against the latest standards