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Auto ReZone ™ (Vertical Live)
Auto ReZone ™ (Vertical Live)
Wildmoka Auto ReZone™ transforms automatically and in real-time horizontal layouts into vertical ones.
The Wildmoka’s Auto ReZoneTM extracts content from live streams or recorded videos, and automatically reconstitutes it into a mobile-first video format (typically 9:16 or 1:1). The tool uses AI and machine learning to:
- Detect all the zones of interest in each 16:9 frames,
- Select a vertical layout/template suitable to fit the various zones of interest detected above,
- Extract each zone from the horizontal frame and adjust them individually to fit the zone sizes of the target vertical layout,
- Finally, re-compose the extracted zones and graphical elements into the overall final vertical frame.
This process is done automatically and in just a few seconds in order to minimize the delay between the original live stream and the newly generated vertical stream. This solution has been especially designed for 24/7 news live streams.
The Benefits
- Deliver a premium mobile-first experience without changing your existing Newsroom workflow.
- Boost your audience, including on Youth and Senior market segments.
- Extend your mobile audience's average viewing time.
- Differentiate on Social Media with vertical formats.
- Become the place to be for advertisers.
CGI Viura
CGI Viura
Smart camera automation
Viura is a CGI software tool for editors and presenters that provides intelligent camera control in the radio studio. The solution is entirely manufacturer-independent through a combination of video hardware from Blackmagic Design and our specially-designed control software. This means it’s compatible with other dira solutions, as well as with third-party solutions for playout and production.
Triggered by microphone-level detection, fader starts, or by key actions, the software automatically switches to the corresponding configured camera in the studio. Packaging elements, such as lower thirds or broadcast logos, are generated automatically and also can be displayed automatically or by pressing a button.
Key benefits:
- Automatic operations with no additional studio staff required
- Event-controlled camera changes (e.g. by microphone input level, fader starts, etc.)
- Individual logos and texts displayed
- Automatic background recording
- Workflow can be implemented with any mixing console using Ember+
- Integrated touch interface
Find out more about Viura
CGI offers a wide range of professional news and content delivery solutions for innovative media companies across local, national and international markets. This includes the market-leading flagship dira radio delivery software product family, serving many key players in broadcast and delivery.
Learn more about CGI’s radio solutions
Viz Mosart
Viz Mosart
Viz Mosart puts the story in the center of the production, removing technical complexity with a simple user interface, designed to give all necessary information to the director while giving full flexibility to operate both planned and breaking news scenarios.
Viz Mosart operators in the control room benefit from a real-time view of all upcoming events through a tight integration with all major newsroom computer systems.
The system gives the director a real-time updated version of the presenter text, and video integrated into the user interface to view of all the elements that are on program out and in preview. The user interface also contains advanced keyboard and touch screen hotkeys specially made to handle breaking news and other unscripted events.
Viz Mosart 4
Viz Mosart 4
Viz Mosart 4 changes the studio production dynamic by adding live IP video support directly within the touch-based user interface, opening the door to entirely new workflows and allowing producers to build shows that can be run more easily, from a wide variety of locations. Further improvements to usability also mean that anyone in the organization is able to execute a pre-built show, reducing dependencies on limited resources.
Live sources in the interface
As a market first, Viz Mosart 4 features a fully customizable interface with interactive live sources. Viz Mosart integrates video over IP directly to your monitor to give an unrivaled view of the show – displaying any video source, program and preview directly in the user interface. Building on the software-based and IP leadership within Vizrt Group and NDI®, this setup can be deployed to an existing network environment and does not require radical infrastructure or monitoring changes.
Breaking news tools
Viz Mosart was made for breaking news. New functionality gives instant and unscripted access to assets including templates, show openers, and much more. The new graphics panel lets you access all your Vizrt graphics, preview them and then put them directly on-air. When combined, these tools offer true innovation and access to on-air news production in ways that have previously just not been possible.
Template management
The template organization capability introduced in Viz Mosart 4 significantly reduces the time spent on creation and maintenance of automation templates, allowing you to focus on your show and not the tools needed to create and bring your vision to life.
StarTracker
StarTracker
Features and capabilities
The system looks at “stars”; which are small, identical retro-reflective stickers – the same reflective material that could be found on emergency vehicles. These stickers are randomly applied to the studio ceiling or the lighting grid. No additional structure is required. They do not have to conform to any pattern and can vary in height. The “stars” are hardly visible to the naked eye. A small LED sensor, mounted on the studio camera, shines light on the stars. This defines the star map, which allows the StarTracker to report the position and orientation of the studio camera in real time to the rendering engine.
Freedom of movement
StarTracker offers unlimited freedom of movement and gives accurate position, rotation and lens data in real-time - this makes it ideal for Steadicam and handheld. You can rotate the studio camera 360 degrees, and move it to any position in the studio, even right to the edge, as long as enough “stars” are in sight of the tracking camera. Other systems are often restricted in their tracking volume. StarTracker can track in 3m to 20m high studios. Since the tracking sensor points up rather than looking into the scene, the tracking is unaffected by studio conditions, such as moving objects, set changes, lighting configurations, reflections and plain green screen environments.
No lighting restriction
As the “stars” can be applied randomly, in no certain pattern, above the lighting grid, they do not restrict the studio lights in any way. Despite being optical, StarTracker is unaffected by studio lighting, giving you complete freedom to install and adjust lights as needed. This is unique to StarTracker.
Ease of use
The initial set-up and calibration is quick and simple. Once you have applied the "stars" to the ceiling, a major part of the installation is done. A brief mapping and calibration process only need to be performed once for each studio. Multiple cameras in the studio can track off the star map. Once calibrated, the system is fully automatic and starts tracking after being powered on. No extra technician is required for day-to-day operation.
Absolute tracking
StarTracker does not drift, unlike mechanical encoded pedestals that work on dead-reckoning and accumulate error with distance travelled. This excludes them from almost all AR applications. Because StarTracker is always referencing itself to its star map, its position is absolute and drift-free.
Cost-effective solution
StarTracker is the most cost-effective choice for tracking of free moving cameras. In fact, it is often the only viable option to track cameras in large areas. Having just one tracking sensor camera and lots of inexpensive “stars”, instead of having an array of expensive tracking cameras, makes it cost-efficient. By adding more stars to the ceiling, the tracking volume can be easily extended at a very low extra cost. You can even employ a single StarTracker system in several studios.
Support and maintenance
StarTracker does not require a tracking operator. Once it is set up, it just tracks, and maintenance is minimal. In case of a problem we can offer fast support, remote or on-site, and training.
Mo-Sys Lambda 2.0
Mo-Sys Lambda 2.0
High precision
The Lambda 2.0 is pre-equipped with telescopic camera plates, which provide quick and easy adjustment for any size of camera packages. The slip-ring technology allows continuous multi-turn 360˚ rotation on all axes without the worry of cable wraps. Since it was originally designed for motion control, the Lambda 2.0 offers and enhanced high-precision operation, accurate to a millionth of a full rotation, or a 3000th of a degree.
Incredible payload
The gears are also strong enough to cope with out-of-balance cameras that weigh up to 50kg. The head is capable of moving the heaviest cameras with a feather-like touch and can even handle 3D-stereoscopic mirror rigs.
Strong gears
Unlike some of its competitors, Lambda 2.0 has zero backlash. As a result, there is no ramping-up to overcome the backlash and, therefore, no latency. Now, integrated with the specially-designed gears from our L-40, it is reliable and robust, and can be used in extreme temperatures, enduring both in Siberia and the Sahara.
Intuitive controls
Another reason why the head is so popular is its ease of use. It comes with an operator friendly touchscreen control with an intuitive user interface that makes changing the settings, recording a move and playing it back a quick and painless task. The motion data can be recorded and used for post-production VFX.
Modularity
Another strong point of the Lambda 2.0 is its modularity. A two-axis head can be effortlessly upgraded to a three-axis model with a 360˚ roll axis, allowing operators to perform quick and smooth start and stop shots, allowing very subtle slow dutch moves, all with lightning fast precision. The additional roll-axis is controlled by a 3rd hand wheel or joystick remotely located at the operating desk for ease of use.
Console features
With the modularity come three stages of operational sophistication. The touchscreen operator can set the level with a password we provide. Some rental houses have been using the first level head as a tech-less system. The second level is for motion control with a simple, tech-less operation.
Mo-Sys VP Pro
What is Mo-Sys VP Pro?
Currently utilised by a growing pool of filmmakers, high-end broadcasters and developers, Mo-Sys VP Pro streams live tracking data from all Mo-Sys robotic and tracking hardware such as StarTracker and RoboJib. Mo-Sys VP Pro features a creative AR mode, an internal keyer and data recording with timecode stamp for FBX export, as well as many more virtual production features that empower your creative processes in the Unreal Engine.
High-quality camera tracking
Developed from our patented broadcast camera tracking system, StarTracker comes the film-orientated StartTracker VP. This optical tracking system looks at “stars”; which are small, identical retro-reflective stickers which are randomly applied to the studio ceiling or on the floor. A small LED sensor, mounted on the studio camera, shines light on the stars and remembers the constellation. This then reports the position and orientation of the studio camera in real time to the rendering engine.
Unrestricted Unreal Plugin
StarTracker VP comes with a plugin for Unreal and as such is not limiting you in your workflow. It allows you to tap into the raw power of Unreal, giving full flexibility and creative freedom. StarTracker VP was specifically tailored for virtual productions and VFX heavy filming – with many features that simplify VFX shots.
Post-production
Whilst allowing on-set visualization in real-time, as well as scene blocking in virtual worlds, StarTracker neatly provides timecode synchronization and an FBX export allowing you to efficiently drop the recorded data and footage into Maya and other post-production software.
- Mo-Sys tracking data over LiveLink - Supports StarTracker, StarTracker MoCap, StarTrackerVR headsets, StarTracker ViewFinder, Handwheels, and extends to all future robotics and tracking hardware.
- Raw Mo-Sys tracking data - Blueprint nodes for use within a 'built game'
- Data transmitter - Send data out of Unreal Engine to control Mo-sys robotics
- Mo-Cap drift correction - Positional correction for use with StarTracker MoCap hardware
- nDisplay for LED Wall -Receive data via VRPN for off-axis projection
- Live video I/O - Automatic configuration of compositing pipeline
- Drag-and-drop virtual camera - Pre-fabricated components for a variety of compositing modes
- Data recording with timecode - Synchronous multi-source tracking and lens data recording
- Video management tool - Simple interface to configure and monitor video I/O
- VP system status - See at a glance the state of the virtual production system
- VP layouts - Custom layouts for different stages of virtual production
- FBX data export - Virtual camera export to traditional pipelines
- Internal keyer - Color difference keyer for pre-visualisation
- External hardware keyer integration - Switch presets on Blackmagic Ultimatte from Unreal blueprints
- Switcher integration - Cut cameras on Blackmagic ATEM from Unreal blueprints
- External SDI recorder integration - Fire record on Blackmagic Hyperdeck recorders automatically with timecode and metadata
- Lens distortion - Entirely automated distortion for calibrated fixed and zoom lenses
- Depth of field - Automatic focal distance from StarTracker for depth of field handling
- StarTracker configuration - Detect and configure StarTrackers from inside Unreal editor
Etere Channel-in-the-Cloud
Etere Channel-in-the-Cloud
Etere Channel in the Cloud encompasses all the features you need for a cloud playout, management and distribution. Be ready for the cloud with Etere's cost-efficiency, speedy deployments, easy scalability and secure remote access.
Etere Channel in the Cloud empowers users with broadcast-quality, cost-effective and cloud-based channel playout, management and distribution. With Etere, you can lower costs, retain better control of your operations and achieve greater flexibility.
Etere provides a hassle-free and cost-effective approach to cloud playout with a full range of advantages including:
■ Launch channels in the cloud without the high costs associated with traditional hardware and satellite delivery
■ Discover new revenue generating opportunities with the easy expansion of channels
■ Channels can be managed from any location and device with an internet connection
■ Distribution to all platforms including satellite, cable, IPTV, web and mobile
■ Unified workflows for linear, Video-on-Demand (VOD) and Over-the-Top (OTT) deliveries
■ Create unlimited sub-channels for different regions and head-ends
■ Insert logo and channel branding directly from the same interface
■ Full resiliency and secure access
Key Features
■ Time delay
■ Disaster recovery
■ As-run output file
■ With full IP inputs and outputs
■ Live playlist and live monitoring
■ Cloud Storage with automatic file sync
■ Cloud transcoding/transfer with Multiplex
■ Segment and edit clips directly from the cloud
■ Full SD and HD broadcast quality of 480i, 720p, 1080i and 1080p
■ CEA 608/708 closed caption support for both live and file sources
■ Supports IP Multiviewer for up to 9 display monitors and 30 input sources
■ Playlist preview and scheduling for both automatic and manual insertions
■ Costs are significantly lower than that of standard playout solutions
■ Channels can be controlled from any location with an internet connection
■ Manage CG insertions including logos, crawlers and animated graphics directly from the cloud
■ Network providers can launch a channel in the cloud easily without satellite video system setup and hardware complexity
■ Broadcasters can launch separate or sub-channels for different regions or headend which can also serve as revenue generators
■ No need to send affiliates playout servers when channels are launched in the cloud, cost savings are significantly lower than a traditional setup
nxtedition
nxtedition
G30
Novel 45 Degree Frame Geometry
The G30’s unique oversized frame geometry provides easy access to all the camera connections and accessories, making camera loading fast and simple. Its shorter and stiffer frame delivers better extended crane performance, ensuring the smoothest looking images. The unique frame geometry combined with a re-ordered axis priority (pan, roll, tilt) means that even when the mounted camera is pointing directly down, there is no gimbal lock and all 3 axis of movement and stability are active.
Oversize Direct Drive Motors
The G30’s high torque output oversize motors makes for crisp and precise camera movement, with optimum stabilization. Its built-in axis encoders are designed for virtual production and green screen use, meaning the G30 can be used for VFX shots without the need for re-rigging or additional external encoders.
Designed for Large Camera/Lens Packages
The oversized frame of the G30 means there's no need to use counterweights with large camera payloads to compensate for a gyro frame that is too short. The unique frame design, combined with powerful motors and semi-automatic balancing system, helps to balance a heavy payload.
High Payload
With a weight of 24kg (27.3Kg with wire isolator) and a 30kg/66lbs optimum rated payload, the G30 provides the fastest stabilized acceleration of camera payload in its class. The oversize motors and stub-frame design ensure that the G30 can provide stabilized movement for any camera and lens package chosen by the DP.
Smart Cable Management
The G30’s drive motors all contain ‘through holes’, eliminating the need for slip rings and specialized cables. As a result, standard cables and connectors can be used to connect camera and lens packages, giving the DP a wide choice of equipment.
Assisted balancing
On the back of the G30 are controls for Pan, Tilt, Roll. Pressing each button in turn enables the operator to adjust the axis chosen whilst the G30 holds the camera package in the other two axes. This dramatically reduces the time taken to balance the camera package across all three axes.
New Touch/Dial console
The Touch/Dial console for the G30 takes its design from the automotive industry. It comprises a shallow menu structure, a display showing the operator current parameter settings, and physical controls for direct, tactile, intuitive operation. This is the optimum interface for stressed production environments, where changes need to be fast and delays minimised.
Simple Tuning
Using a combination of the G30’s assisted balancing, simple cage adjustment, and touch/dial console, tuning a camera package for optimum performance is simple and fast compared to traditional gyro-stabilised heads. This process is further accelerated by smart features available through the Touch/Dial console: Auto inertia measurement – auto-sensing of camera payloads; Factory pre-sets – a library of camera/lens weight presets; Console pre-set buttons – recall of previously used camera settings.
Gallery – SIENNA -NDI
Gallery – SIENNA -NDI
Jigsaw24 and Gallery have a longstanding partnership. Together, we’ve delivered innovative projects covering a range of workflows, including news, soap operas and live sports.
Our expertise and experience when it comes to networking and broadcast workflows mean we can provide a complete solution from specification through to installation, including ongoing support once a workflow is in place. As part of the global network of approved Sienna Cloud systems integrators, we can provide local installation, support and maintenance to ensure always-on operation of your entire Sienna Cloud for NDI network.
If you want to see first-hand how Gallery’s solutions can improve and augment your existing workflow, get in touch with the team to arrange an integrated demo featuring a selection of solutions tailored to your environment.
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StarTracker Studio
StarTracker Studio
This state-of-the-art virtual studio system provides unlimited creative freedom to generate visually impactful digital studios for every video type.
Create all your video content with a single studio
- 3-camera 4K virtual studio system – expandable to 16 cameras.
- Pre-confi gured system with pre-calibrated lenses.
- 1 vendor for supply, installation, training, and support.
- 1 day installation.
- No additional virtual studio compositing software required.
- Works with LED wall studios or green studios.
- 4K recorders included – shoot live to air, or record for post-production.
- Includes Mo-Sys Beam In technology – include remote guests in a virtual studio.
- Uses Unreal Engine 4 (UE4) - the market leader in photo-realistic graphics engines.
- Suitable for live broadcast/streaming, real-time film workflows, and rapid reaction social media video
