How AJA ColorBox and Camera Corps Are Transforming Live Sports Production with HDR

How AJA ColorBox and Camera Corps Are Transforming Live Sports Production with HDR

In this article from AJA News, the impact of High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology on live sports production is explored, highlighting how Camera Corps is leveraging AJA ColorBox and other AJA tools to enhance broadcast quality. While HDR provides richer colors and a more immersive viewing experience, many production workflows still rely on Standard Dynamic Range (SDR) equipment, creating challenges in signal conversion and quality consistency. The ability to seamlessly convert between HDR and SDR while maintaining signal integrity is crucial for modern sports broadcasting.

Camera Corps Technical Director Andy Sanders shares how his team integrates AJA ColorBox alongside AJA 12G-AMA and 12GM Mini-Converters to optimize workflows for high-profile sporting events. With expertise in specialty camera solutions, Camera Corps has worked on major global events, ensuring that each camera setup meets the demanding requirements of live sports production. By using AJA ColorBox, the team achieves high-quality, low-latency HDR conversion, making it easier to adapt various camera systems to different production environments.

The article delves into the complexities of HDR implementation, including the challenge of managing multiple Look-Up Tables (LUTs) in real-time. ColorBox simplifies this process by allowing teams to pre-load multiple LUTs before deployment, significantly improving efficiency on-site. Additionally, its ultra-low latency and advanced color management features enable seamless HDR-SDR conversion, ensuring consistent output quality across all broadcast formats.

Looking ahead, Camera Corps is preparing for upcoming global sporting events, with plans to expand its use of AJA technology to further streamline production workflows. As HDR adoption continues to grow, tools like AJA ColorBox are proving essential in overcoming industry challenges, enhancing the visual experience for sports fans worldwide.

Read the full article from AJA News HERE

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The Friday Roundup – Video Render Settings & Editing Tips

Fast Video Render Settings Everyone Should Know – PowerDirector Over the past few years as we have all moved into working with high definition footage, many of the tasks previously executed by the CPU have transferred across to the GPU. This of course has coincided with…

Introducing the Next-Generation of Vizrt TriCaster with TC Mini S & Vizion

Introducing the Next-Generation of Vizrt TriCaster with TC Mini S & Vizion

On This Week’s Videoguys Live Gary is joined by Jeremy Morris from Vizrt to discuss the new product offerings from Vizrt with the new TriCaster Mini S and Vizion! Whether you’re a content creator, broadcaster, or live event producer, these cutting-edge tools offer powerful, flexible, and innovative solutions for high-quality video production. Join us as we explore key features, benefits, and real-world applications of these game-changing Vizrt products. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of live production.

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Features:

  • Very first entry-level software only TriCaster​
  • Bring your own certified hardware ​
  • Competitively priced addressing part of vMix market​
  • Feature parity with TriCaster Mini 4K​
  • Subscription only offering including support​
  • TriCaster Graphics powered by Viz Flowics as standard​

TriCaster Mini S is a software-based video production solution that brings together the might of the world’s best live production solution, TriCaster, with the flexibility to deploy it on the hardware that works for you – all with an affordable subscription. ​

It’s the perfect live production solution for streamers, podcasters, corporate, educational, medical, governmental, religious, and digital media streaming environments. Mini S also offers TriCaster Graphics powered by Viz Flowics so users can elevate any video production with motion graphics, amazing virtual sets, and dynamic effects.​

What’s It Great For?
From those who are just starting on their live production journey to those who are looking to stream live events or townhalls and want to make it look as good as network television​

Who’s It Great For?
Streamers, podcasters, corporate, educational, medical, governmental, religious, and digital media streaming environments. TriCaster users that have an additional requirement / form factor that a new TriCaster is too pricey for and have previously opted for vMix for example.​

Why Is It Great?
Deployable on user-provided certified hardware at very affordable subscription, with TriCaster Graphics powered by Viz Flowics – all underpinned by Vizrt’s support.​

TriCaster® ​
Mini Go​

TriCaster® ​
Mini X​

TriCaster® ​
Mini 4K​

TriCaster® ​
Mini S​

Input Count​

Input Types​

IP/HDMI/USB​

IP/HDMI*/USB​

SDI Input / Output​

Output Mixes​

M/E Count / Layer / Keys​

Record Count​

Max Session Res.​

1080p/60​

2160p/30​

2160p/60​

2160p/60​

M/E Video Re-Entry​

Live Call Connect​

Live Link​

LivePanel​

Live Story Creator​

NDI KVM​

Supplemental Audio​

Vertical Sessions​

PSD Import Support​

AI Audio/Neural Voice Isolation​

TriCaster Mini S – Hardware Details

  • We will publish and keep updated a list of minimum requirements for a system to install and run TriCaster Mini S.​
  • We will publish certified hardware platforms for end users and partners, we will work with partners on requests to have (their own) hardware certified.​
  • Customers running TriCaster Mini S on certified hardware platforms benefit from optimal performance.
  • ​Minimum Specs: 

    • Must run Windows 11
    • Intel i7-12th Gen CPU (i7-12700 or greater recommended)
    • NVIDIA Quadro T1000 8GB or greater or NVIDIA 3050 8GB or greater running the latest drivers​
    • 16 GB RAM minimum
    • 512GB SSD (M.2 NVMe recommended)​

TriCaster Vizion also Available in 1RU Rack Mountable Version or 0 SDI I/O

​TriCaster Vizion Features:

  • Vizionary video production with unprecedented versatility​
  • First new flagship TriCaster since 2020
  • Innovative feature set including AI
  • 2 high-quality hardware deployment platforms with configurable I/O​​​
  • Huge advantage with subscription license option including support
  • TriCaster Graphics powered by Viz Flowics as standard​​

TriCaster Vizion is the latest evolution of this renowned video mixing tool that has been used and trusted by broadcasters, sports networks and live event producers for decades. Offering the latest in IP connectivity, configurable SDI I/O, powerful switching, audio mixing and state of the art graphics, TriCaster Vizion is built for the future. Now with exciting new AI features and industry leading graphics capabilities with TriCaster Graphics powered by Flowics. ​

TriCaster Vizion is the first software and hardware TriCaster that is available to purchase with a perpetual or subscription license with a choice of two different hardware platforms offering the ultimate in production and budget flexibility – equipping your network, team or enterprise for whatever the future may hold.​

What’s It Great For?
Massive multi-camera coverage, high-end productions of any size – local & remote, using abundance of signal flows, visuals to raise more eyebrows, drop more jaws, and put more eyes on screens.​

Who’s It Great For?
Broadcasters, media publishers, stadiums, sports networks and leagues, festivals, multi-stage venues, hybrid event producers, high-level corporate events, those that need the most flexibility​

Why Is it Great?
Deployable on two different hardware platforms to suit the user and available with not only perpetual but also subscription license which includes budget flexibility and  Vizrt’s highest level of support as standard.​

Vizrt & Panasonic Enhance KAIROS with Viz Mosart Automation & Viz Flowics Integration

Vizrt & Panasonic Enhance KAIROS with Viz Mosart Automation & Viz Flowics Integration

New updates add Viz Mosart automated control capabilities and Viz Flowics compatibility to Panasonic’s KAIROS Live Production Platform

Vizrt, the leader in real-time graphics and live production solutions for content creators, today announces new compatibility with Panasonic’s flagship live production platform KAIROS, bringing Viz Mosart’s leading studio automation capabilities, and Viz Flowics’ HTML graphics rendering, direct to KAIROS users.

Unlocking creative power with automation

Viz Mosart is the award-winning studio production assistant, enabling the highest levels of production consistency and efficiency so that the most complex shows can be run error-free, every time. Viz Mosart automates device control throughout the studio, whilst maintaining flexible manual control at all times, so that content producers can focus on telling great stories

As part of Vizrt’s membership of the KAIROS Alliance Partner program, the new integration of Viz Mosart with KAIROS offers deeper levels of live video production control to users, unlocking new production flexibility and the ability to deliver rich content for broadcasts, live streams and more.

Commenting on the addition of Viz Mosart to the KAIROS platform, Kageyuki (Kenny) Fujimoto, lead manager of KAIROS Alliance Partners, said:

“The KAIROS open architecture easily enables the integration of third-party systems and applications. This addition of Viz Mosart production assistant solution is yet another example of listening and responding to our customer’s requirements. It’s also further evidence of the benefits coming from the KAIROS Alliance Partner program, where about 50 manufacturers and suppliers are collaborating across the production ecosystem to bring increased efficiency, flexibility and content quality to the industry – all based on the KAIROS live production platform.”

“Many customers choose Viz Mosart to really maximize the value of their studio investment, unlocking more creative power under each rundown item or button press. The flexibility of Panasonic KAIROS drives our workflows even further towards this aim, and with its integration Viz Mosart is consolidating its position at the cutting edge of software-defined studio production.” -Andy Newton, Senior Product Manager at Vizrt

Native HTML5 graphics with Viz Flowics

With growing demand from customers for native HTML 5 graphics support, new updates to the KAIROS platform also introduce direct Viz Flowics integration for the first time, allowing graphics generated by Viz Flowics to be rendered natively in KAIROS.

Viz Flowics is the most comprehensive SaaS platform for remote and in-studio production of interactive content and live graphics, enabling content creators to build stunning graphics from any location without the need for expensive hardware.

Not only can users now add graphics such as match scores, updates and tickers with this new development, but they can also effortlessly curate and include social media commentary as well as second screen audience engagement mechanics into any live production from news to sports, esports and corporate events.

“Using Viz Flowics graphics directly in KAIROS workflows not only simplifies and streamlines live production, but also enhances creative possibilities—this is a significant development for live production processes.” -Gabriel Baños, Founder, Viz Flowics

Read the full Press Release from Vizrt HERE

The Friday Roundup – Vlogging Camera Options & A.I. Tools

Best Vlogging Camera For Beginners in 2025 – 5 Easy To Use Options I never get into testing, reviewing or generally checking out camera solutions for the average video maker. The reason for that is that I am in no way qualified to actually do that…

NETGEAR Academy Now Available with Free Training from NETGEAR AV

NETGEAR Academy Now Available with Free Training from NETGEAR AV

On This Installment of Videoguys Live, join us to unlock the full potential of NETGEAR AV with free training sessions now available directly from NETGEAR! Join NETGEAR Academy for expert-led tutorials, tips, and insights to enhance your AV setup. Join us live to learn about what these classes have to offer and how they can grow your understanding of AV over IP.

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NETGEAR Academy – Free AV Training Now Available​

The NETGEAR Academy offers a comprehensive AV Certification Level 1 course designed to provide technical training on AV over IP concepts and general business networking, including wireless and switching.​

  • AV over IP Basics – Understanding how audiovisual data is transmitted over networks.​
  • Network Design & Topology – How to structure and optimize networks for AV performance.​
  • VLANs & Multicasting – Managing traffic efficiently for seamless AV distribution.​
  • Switching & Wireless Networking – Essentials for integrating AV systems with business networks.​
  • NETGEAR Enterprise Solutions – How NETGEAR’s products support professional AV setups.​

​The Power of AV Over IP – Simplified & Scalable​

NDI (Network Device Interface) – Video Over IP​

  • Transmits high-quality, low-latency video over standard Ethernet​
  • Carries Video, Audio, Control, and Power over a Single Cable​
  • Eliminates the need for Hardware Switchers​
  • Ideal for live streaming, broadcast, and professional AV setups​

Dante – Audio Over IP​

  • Delivers synchronized, uncompressed digital audio​
  • Reduces cable clutter and simplifies audio routing​
  • Widely used in professional sound systems and studios

One-Cable PTZ Camera Setup – AV, Control & Power​

  • Power over Ethernet (PoE) – Powers PTZ cameras with no extra adapters​
  • Single network cable for video, audio, control, and power​
  • Perfect for conference rooms, houses of worship, and live productions​

NETGEAR M4250 Series Network Switches built for AV over IP​

Total ports​

PoE Ports​

Total Power​

Form Factor​

M4250-9G1F-PoE+​

Desktop​

$599.99​

M4250-8G2XF-PoE+​

Desktop​

$899.99​

M4250-10G2F-PoE+ ​

$609.99​

M4250-10G2XF-PoE+​

$979.99​

M4250-10G2XF-PoE++​

8xPoE++​

$1,199.99​

Need a Larger Switch?

Total ports​

POE Ports​

Total Power​

Form Factor​

M4250-26G4F-PoE+​

24xPoE+​

$1,199.99​

M4250-26G4XF-PoE+​

24xPoE+​

$1,739.99​

M4250-26G4F-PoE++​

24xPoE++​

$2,399.99​

M4250-40G8F-PoE+​

40xPoE+​

$2,179.99​

M4250-40G8XF-PoE+​

40xPoE+​

$2,799.99​

M4250-40G8XF-PoE++​

40xPoE++​

$4,689.99​

NETGEAR AV M4250

Designed for small to mid-sized professional audio and video installations​

  • 1G / 2.5G / 10G uplinks​
  • Reversible mount option with LEDs on the front​
  • Silent desktop versions​

NETGEAR AV M4350

Designed for large professional audio and video installations​

  • 1G / 2.5G / 10G / 25G / 100G uplinks​
  • Redundant PSUs ​
  • Active-active core (NSF stack)​
  • SMPTE 2110 supported on select models​
  • Ideal to power WiFI 7 Access Points that require PoE++ and support 10G/Multi-Gig speeds​

Top 5 Reasons Videoguys Recommends Netgear ProAV M4250 Switches​

  1. Engineered for AV over IP​
  2. Netgear is committed to ProAV​
  3. Easy to Configure (GUI)​
  4. Presets for NDI HX3 & NDI 6​
  5. Recommended by all our partners​
  6. Bonus! – It’s our #1 tech support solution for NDI installations​

ENGAGE 2.0​

  • Now Released!!!​
  • Now controls AV and WiFi​
  • New software update adds internet and wireless capabilities to AV networks​
  • Freedom for AV & Lighting Crews​
  • Unified Wired and Wireless Management​
  • LAN and WLAN under Control​
  • Auto Discovery and Onboarding Capabilities​
  • Zero Configuration Setup​
  • Fast Roaming and Auto-Mesh Support​

NETGEAR Academy & Level 1 Certification​

  1. The OSI Model​

  1. Defining a Network​

  1. Network Topology​

  1. Unicast, Broadcast, and Multicast​

  1. Understanding Vlans

  1. Network Termonology Overview​

  • Learn networking concepts like Link Aggregation, STP, MLAG, and non-blocking designs​

  1. Enterprise Switch Series​

  1. Engage Controller​

  1. Specifying NETGEAR Switches​

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Understanding NDI Versions: Full NDI vs. NDI|HX, HX2, and HX3

Understanding NDI Versions: Full NDI vs. NDI|HX, HX2, and HX3

BirdDog recently published an article comparing the different versions of NDI, a game-changer in live video production. Since Full NDI debuted in 2015, new iterations like NDI|HX, HX2, and HX3 have emerged, offering improved efficiency and flexibility. Each version serves different production needs, balancing quality, latency, and bandwidth usage.

The Evolution of NDI and Video Technology

Just as video codecs evolved from MPEG-2 to H.265 for better efficiency, NDI technology has also advanced. Full NDI, based on MPEG-2, delivers top-tier quality with ultra-low latency but requires significant bandwidth. In contrast, newer versions like NDI|HX3 support H.264 and H.265, optimizing network performance without sacrificing quality.

NDI has revolutionized video production by enabling high-quality video transmission over standard IT networks, eliminating the need for expensive cabling. This has made professional-grade video accessible across industries, including broadcasting, corporate livestreams, sports, and education.

Full NDI vs. NDI|HX Versions

Full NDI remains the best option for studios needing the highest quality and lowest latency, but it demands more bandwidth. NDI|HX was introduced to provide a more network-friendly alternative using H.264 compression, making it ideal for setups with bandwidth constraints. NDI|HX2 further optimized network efficiency for remote video contributions, while NDI|HX3 enhances image quality, reduces latency, and ensures seamless device compatibility.

Choosing the Right NDI Format

Each NDI version caters to different workflow needs. Full NDI is ideal for high-end production, while NDI|HX, HX2, and HX3 offer more bandwidth-efficient options. With its balance of quality, efficiency, and interoperability, NDI|HX3 is quickly becoming the preferred choice for modern live video production. Understanding these differences helps content creators select the best solution for their setups, ensuring smooth, high-quality live streams.

Read the full article from BirdDog HERE

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The Friday Roundup – Camera Lenses & Shooting Mistakes

Camera Lenses Explained: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide Last year my brother in law convinced my wife to buy a Sony ZV-E10 MILC to use for her YouTube videos. He’s a fully pro cinematographer with over 25 years of experience working in film and television so to…

Introducing the Atomos Sun Dragon: Live Studio Demo by Videoguys

Introducing the Atomos Sun Dragon: Live Studio Demo by Videoguys

On This Week’s Videoguys Live, Join James in the Videoguys Studio as we introduce the powerful Atomos Sun Dragon! Watch our in-use demo to see how this innovative device enhances video production with its stunning display and advanced features. Perfect for filmmakers and content creators looking to elevate their work. We will also be showing off all of the new Promotions from Atomos. Don’t miss out on these amazing deals and our comprehensive review and hands-on experience!

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Atomos Sun Dragon

World’s first sun spectrum, HDR, waterproof, DMX controlled, 5-color LED, mount-anywhere, lightweight flexible rope light. Get the Sun Dragon iOS app for Control and Updates​

Precise Control
Comes with fully featured controller unit. Can also be controlled ​ via Bluetooth, Ethernet or DMX.​

Super Bright & Color Profiles​

  • 2000 lumen (non-diffused version)​
  • Color Temperatures to match ARRI, Canon, Nikon, Panasonic, RED, Sony, and Z CAM color science​
  • Advanced RGBAW design of 5 different colored LEDs – red, green, blue, amber, and white​

Flexible​
Fits into places other lights can’t with 30cm (1 foot) bend tolerance.​

Lightweight​
Weighs less than 1kg / 2.2 pounds.​

Quick to Deploy​
Gives filmmakers and photographers more creative options.​

Rugged​
IP68 rated: dustproof and waterproof to depth of 1 meter (3 feet).​

Atomos Shinobi II

Shinobi II is our highly popular ultra-slim, high-brightness HDR monitor, perfect for photo and video creatives looking for top-tier performance and versatility

Save 10$ on Shinobi II
$349.00 reg.​
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Atomos Ninja Phone

Now with 4K streaming! Ninja Phone turns your smartphone into a high‑end 10‑bit recorder, monitor and streamer for your professional video camera or other HDMI‑equipped device.

Save $200 on Ninja Phone!
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Atomos Shogun Ultra

Shogun Ultra is everything you’d expect from a Shogun. Perfect for HDMI mirrorless and SDI cinematic cameras, with enhanced camera to cloud connectivity.

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Atomos SUMO 19SE

A bright (1200nit), HDR touchscreen covering the DCI-P3 (P3) Color Gamut, and able to record Apple ProRes RAW up to 6Kp30. With its rugged and versatile design, the Sumo 19SE is the perfect addition to an on-set video village.​

Buy a SUMO 19SE and get a FREE Sunhood!
$2,240.00 reg. total​
$1,995.00 PROMO with FREE Sunhood​
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Turtle AV Launches 24 New AV-over-IP Solutions with Dante Integration at ISE 2025

Turtle AV Launches 24 New AV-over-IP Solutions with Dante Integration at ISE 2025

In this article by Gary Kayye for rAVe PUBS, he introduces Turtle AV, a new AV-over-IP solutions manufacturer co-founded by a former BirdDog founder. Based in Australia, Turtle AV is focused on embracing industry standards such as Dante AV-A, Dante Audio, JPEG 2000, and HEVC/H.265. With the launch of 24 new AV-over-IP hardware products, the company aims to provide advanced, seamless AV networking and integration solutions for a variety of professional applications.

Turtle AV Integrates Dante Controller for Seamless AV-over-IP Control

A key feature of Turtle AV’s products is the integration of Dante Controller directly into the hardware, allowing users to manage Dante devices via a web browser on a laptop, smartphone, or tablet. This built-in control system supports API integration with Q-SYS, Crestron, and Control4, enabling one-button routing and switching across an entire Dante network. By simplifying AV-over-IP setup and control, Turtle AV is positioning itself as a leading innovator in the pro AV industry.

Turtle AV’s Product Lineup Debuting at ISE 2025

Turtle AV will officially debut at ISE 2025, showcasing 24 cutting-edge AV-over-IP products designed for applications such as broadcasting, live events, sports bars, retail, and corporate AV systems. Some of the most notable product families include:

  • Chazy 4K Family – A set of five 4K 4:4:4 Dante AV-A & JPEG 2000 transmitters and receivers, including a Decora-style wall plate for easy installation.
  • Mineola Family – Three Dante XLR Audio Bridges available in 2×2, 4×4, and 8×8 configurations with Primary and Secondary Dante Network ports and locking etherCON connectors.
  • Darwin HD Family – A cost-effective H.265 AV-over-IP distribution system featuring a central control box, perfect for sports bars and retail environments.
  • Video Wall Solutions – Two video wall processors (4×4 and 8×8) that also function as Multiview and Matrix switchers.
  • Dante Audio Adapters – A full line of six adapters, including XLR, line-level, USB, and Bluetooth options for seamless audio-over-IP integration.
  • 100m USB 3.2 5Gbps Extender Kit – A high-speed USB extension solution for pro AV installations.
  • Dante 150W Power Amplifier – A powerful Dante-enabled amplifier for professional audio-over-IP systems.

Why Turtle AV is a Game-Changer for AV-over-IP

With its extensive AV-over-IP product lineup and commitment to industry standards, Turtle AV is set to become a major player in the professional AV market. By offering innovative Dante-enabled solutions and simplifying networked AV workflows, the company is making it easier for system integrators, broadcasters, and AV professionals to create seamless, high-quality AV installations.

As AV-over-IP technology continues to evolve, Turtle AV’s debut at ISE 2025 is highly anticipated. For those looking to stay ahead in the pro AV industry, these cutting-edge Dante-enabled solutions are worth keeping an eye on.

Read the full article by Gary Kayye for rAVe PUBS HERE

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