Teradek Prism Brings Racing Fans Closer to the Action – Videoguys

In this Teradek case study, we explore how the Prism 5G Encoder revolutionized live race car streaming at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA), a top motorsport venue known for hosting major events like Formula 1 and NASCAR. With its challenging track design, including elevation changes and network congestion, COTA has historically posed significant hurdles for live broadcasting, especially when capturing in-car video feeds.

Enhancing Race Car Streaming with Teradek’s Prism 5G Encoder

At the Super Lap Battle event at COTA, seasoned video engineers Jeffrey Hart and Ryan Randels were tasked with delivering high-quality live broadcasts. However, they faced ongoing challenges with traditional wireless video systems, which often led to frequent signal dropouts during high-speed races. These disruptions forced them to constantly be on alert, ready to switch feeds at a moment’s notice, to maintain uninterrupted coverage.

Why Reliable In-Car Video Feeds Matter

In-car video feeds are crucial for immersing audiences in the race, offering a driver’s perspective that enhances the viewing experience. However, previous solutions struggled to maintain signal strength during high-speed races, leading to poor-quality streams and viewer dissatisfaction. Recognizing the need for a more robust solution, Jeffrey and Ryan partnered with Teradek to implement the Prism Mobile 5G Backpack.

Teradek’s Prism Mobile 5G Backpack: The Game-Changer in Live Streaming

The Prism Mobile 5G Backpack, equipped with cutting-edge 5G modems and Teradek Data SIM cards, was securely mounted inside the race cars to capture live video from multiple angles. The live feeds were transmitted to Teradek’s Core Cloud orchestration platform, allowing seamless integration with the broadcast workflow. This advanced technology enabled a flawless, uninterrupted stream, even during the most demanding moments of the race.

Unprecedented Reliability and Quality with Teradek

Thanks to the Prism Mobile 5G Backpack, Jeffrey and Ryan experienced a 100% success rate in maintaining live in-car streams throughout the event— a dramatic improvement over the 30% success rate with previous systems. This breakthrough not only ensured continuous audience engagement but also protected the stream from disruptions that could lead to significant viewer loss and decreased advertising revenue.

Conclusion: Setting a New Standard in Live Event Streaming

Teradek’s Prism 5G Encoder has set a new standard for live event streaming, particularly in challenging environments like motorsport. By delivering unmatched reliability and quality, it has transformed the way live broadcasts are produced at venues like COTA, ensuring that fans can stay fully immersed in the action from start to finish.

By optimizing live streaming technology with the Prism 5G Encoder, broadcasters can enhance viewer engagement, minimize disruptions, and protect valuable advertising revenue, making it a must-have solution for live event production.

Read the full case study from Teradek HERE

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The Friday Roundup – Audacity Spectral Editing and Advanced FX

Audacity’s Secret Tool – Spectral Editing Magic One piece of software that I have used consistently over the years and highly recommend is Audacity. It is a totally free digital audio workstation with pro level tools. Even better than that is that it was taken over…

Behind the Scenes: Production Gear at the 2024 Summer Games – Videoguys

On this week’s Videoguys Live, join us as James gives us an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the cutting-edge gear from Videoguys being used at the 2024 Summer Games! Discover how our top manufacturers’ equipment is enhancing the performance and coverage of the world’s biggest sporting event. Don’t miss out on this showcase of innovation and excellence in sports broadcasting!

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LiveU provided essential live streaming technology and cloud solutions to numerous broadcasters and media companies during the Summer Games

  • Hundreds of LiveU portable encoders are being rented out to customers for capturing and broadcasting live content from various locations around the city.
  • LiveU has 13 team members on the ground, operating from three dedicated locations in Paris to provide technical support and ensure stress-free operation for our clients.​

​How were LiveU’s remote production capabilities utilized during the Summer Games​

  • LiveU’s LU800 4G multi-camera encoder operates as a remote production unit with a single unit supporting up to four high-res, fully frame-synced feeds that can be streamed back to the customer’s centralized production studio.​
  • LiveU’s cloud-based solutions enable efficient, flexible REMI workflows, reducing further the operation of heavy equipment on-site, enriching the fan experience and expanding the reach of live content.​ LiveU Studio,  LiveU Matrix + Dynamic Share, LiveU Ingest​
  • Our remote production tools are being used to enhance communication between the studio and talents in the field, ensuring professionally produced live broadcasts.​ IP Pipe, Audio Connect, Video Return​

​What is the Lightweight Production Bundle​

  • Pay as you go or Yearly plan that includes the hardware encoder, data, and access to LiveU Studios cloud-based switching platform​

Panasonic’s AV Magic for Paris 2024!​

  • KAIROS delivers video content at almost all competition venues (26 in total)​
  • Its scalability allows to produce content for up to three venues with a single Kairos Core Server to be controlled via multiple control surfaces remotely
  • Each sport venue is equipped with PTZ cameras and live switcher or remote panel in its Press room. ​
  • The AV infrastructure allows the translations to be provided from remote locations, reducing the need for travel and enhancing the operational efficiency, compared to previous events.

Key products in action:​

  • KAIROS IT/IP Platform​
  • AW-UE100 PTZ Cameras​
  • AK-UC4000 Studio Cameras​
  • PT-RQ35K High-Brightness Projectors​

AIR One X robotic camera in the Fencing Venue during the Paris 2024 Summer Games​

  • AIR One robots can be deployed throughout the city and controlled from a central location​
  • They can swiftly and accurately track action, ensuring users always gets the best shot.​
  • They have a minimal footprint and can be mounted in unusual places, getting the angle no one else can get.​
  • They can be quickly deployed and redeployed, saving days or weeks of prep time and damage from exposure to the elements.​
  • They are radically less expensive and simpler to operate than traditional robotics, making AIR One available to a much wider user base.​

Behind the Scenes: Canon Professional Services​

  • Canon has an On-site gear room where photographers can get Camera Bodies and Lenses free of charge​
  • The also offer repair services and support for these products with their on-site technical support team​

Some of Canon’s offerings to accredited photographers include:​

  • 150 x Canon EOS R3​
  • 100 x Canon EOS R1​
  • 100 x Canon EOS R5 Mark II​
  • Large stock of Canon EOS R6 Mark II​
  • 50 x Canon RF 100-300mm f/2.8L IS USM​
  • A few Canon EOS-1D X Mark III were also available​

Vizrt Graphics on Display with BBC Sports

  • Viz Flowics is the most comprehensive cloud-native platform powering remote and in-studio production of live graphics and interactive content for linear and digital broadcasters.​

NBC Rises to the Tech Challenges of the 2024 Summer Games​

  • NBC Broadcasted over 5,000 hours of live Summer Games coverage produced in 1080p HDR at 50Hz​
  • NBC Team was split between Paris, France and Stamford, Connecticut with many of the commentators and on-air talent being in Stamford.​
  • The team now has less equipment to rip out and relocate after each broadcast.​
  • Having two separated technical areas and operations is more efficient than having it all in one place and the separation leads to increases in both speed and efficiency of the production​
  • Using both baseband SMPTE SDI and IP with ST 2110 with about 60% being IP​
  • NBC is also using  Network Device Interface (NDI) standard. “We are using NDI in some areas, specifically NDI v6, with support of HDR and enhanced audio” ​
  • Worked with Avid on editing and asset management​

YoloBox Ultra, Pro, NDI & YoloDeck Updates – so much more usable! – Videoguys

In his latest YouTube video, Anthony from StreamTek dives into the newest updates for YoloBox Pro and YoloBox Ultra, including the highly anticipated YoloDeck feature. Learn how to effortlessly create URL web graphics, customize multiviews, and explore a host of other powerful new tools designed to enhance your streaming experience.

The YoloLiv YoloBox Ultra is a professional multi-camera live streaming and recording device designed for content creators, streamers, and broadcasters. It’s part of the YoloLiv YoloBox series, which is known for combining video switching, encoding, recording, and monitoring capabilities into a single, portable device. The YoloBox Ultra is designed for users who need a portable, powerful, and user-friendly solution for live streaming events, webinars, gaming, and more.

The YoloLiv YoloBox Pro is another device in the YoloBox series, designed as an advanced, portable live streaming studio. It’s similar to the YoloBox Ultra but tailored for users who need a powerful, yet compact solution for professional live streaming and video production. The YoloBox Pro is particularly well-suited for content creators, live event producers, and professionals who need a versatile, portable, and powerful streaming solution without the need for a full studio setup.

The YoloLiv YoloDeck is a device from YoloLiv designed to enhance the live streaming and video production experience. While YoloLiv is known for its YoloBox series, the YoloDeck serves as a complementary tool, particularly for managing and controlling live broadcasts. The YoloLiv YoloDeck is ideal for users who want to take their live streaming and video production to the next level by adding a dedicated control surface that integrates seamlessly with other YoloLiv devices.

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The Friday Roundup – YouTube Styles and Match Cuts

This New Video Editing Style Changes the YouTube Game A trend that a few people have picked up on over the past year or so on YouTube is a style of editing that seems to go against the grain. Up until recently the predominant editing style…

What is NDI HX3? – Videoguys

On this week’s Videoguys Live, James is exploring the world of NDI HX3! This technology enhances video streaming with low latency and high-quality visuals, all while using minimal bandwidth. NDI is perfect to use for live events, remote production, and more.

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In Today’s Show We Will Discuss:​

  • What is NDI?​
  • How Do My NDI Devices Communicate?​
  • Full bandwidth NDI​
  • NDI HX – 2&3​
  • Benefits of using HX3​
  • Workflow examples of technology using HX3

What is NDI?​

  • NDI Stands for “Network Device Interface”​
  • NDI is used to transmit high quality, low latency video and audio signals over a local area network (LAN)​
  • Paired with a Network switch NDI Allows users to send video, control and Power to an NDI Device through a standard Cat6 Ethernet cable. ​
  • It is widely used in broadcast systems, live streaming, video conferencing, and digital signage, among other applications.​

How Do My NDI Devices Communicate?​

  • NETGEAR M4250 Pro AV Switches
  • The M4250 Line of switches are designed specifically for AV over IP with NDI and Dante Presets available. Some switches even support ST 2110!​
  • Netgear’s Engage software makes changing profiles a breeze. ​
  • Designed with Video in mind. They are rack mountable and quiet. ​
  • The M4250 acts like a hub for all of your NDI Devices to communicate to each other​
  • NETGEAR is committed to AV over IP​

Full Bandwidth NDI​

  • Full bandwidth NDI is the original version of NDI. It provides High Quality, low latency, frame accurate video and audio over IP.

Pros ​

Cons​

High Quality – Closest to SDI quality​

High bandwidth required​

Low Latency – 16ms ​

(1 frame)​

Can require more advanced network infrastructure​

Frame accurate syncing of Audio and Video​

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NDI HX2​

  • Unlike Full bandwidth, HX2 uses H.264 compression to minimize the use of bandwidth on the network while still being able to send video over the network​

Pros ​

Cons​

Uses the least amount of Bandwidth possible​

Compressed video can add more latency​

Low latency 1-3 frames​

Compressing the video can lower quality​

Frame accurate syncing of Audio and Video​

​

NDI HX3

  • NDI HX3 Is the middle ground between Full Bandwidth and NDI HX3. It offer compressed video using HEVC allowing for lower bandwidth usage than full bandwidth, while offering better image quality than NDI HX2​

Pros ​

Cons​

Less Bandwidth required than Full Bandwidth NDI​

Compressed video can add more latency​

Low latency 1-2 frames​

Compressing the video can lower quality​

Better image quality than NDI HX2​

​

When Should I Use Full Bandwidth, HX2 or HX3?​

  • Use Full bandwidth when quality and lowest latency is of utmost importance. Just keep in mind that this does require more Bandwidth
  • Use NDI HX2 When you do not have high bandwidth and want multiple cameras on the network. Just keep in mind this will have lower quality/ more latency
  • Use NDI HX3 as a middle ground, when you have some restrictions on bandwidth, but still want to have good Image Quality.​

What are some products that use NDI HX3?​

Vizrt PTZ3 PLUS and PTZ3 UHD PLUS Cameras

BirdDog MAKI Ultra, X1, and X1 Ultra Cameras

  • 4K/60p​
  • 12X & 20X available​
  • Compact​
  • Super-fast Auto Focus​
  • HDMI/SDI/USB/IP​
  • NDI HX3​
  • On-board buttons
  • 1080/60p​
  • 20X Zoom​
  • Tally Light​
  • AI Auto Focus tracking​
  • HDMI/USB/IP​
  • NDI HX3​
  • WiFi Connection​
  • E-ink Label​
  • Integrated NDI HX decoder
  • 4K/30p​
  • 12X Zoom​
  • Tally Light​
  • AI Auto Focus tracking​
  • HDMI/USB/IP​
  • NDI HX3​
  • WiFi Connection​
  • E-ink Label​
  • Integrated NDI HX decoder

JVC KY-PZ510N (NDIHX3 with free firmware update) and KY-PZ540N

PTZOptics Move 4K

  • NDI|HX3 Native​
  • SONY Optics deliver up to 4Kp60​
  • Total Connectivity:​
  • HDMI, 3G-SDI, USB & IP Output. Plus POE!​
  • Built-In Auto-Tracking​
  • Available in gray or white

Kiloview

4K 12G-SDI to NDI ​Bi-Directional Converter​ 4K HDMI to NDI ​Bi-Directional Converter Now with special of free 1TB SSD!

The Friday Roundup – Audacity Updates and Filmora Auto Reframe

Audio Editor Olympics 2024: Who Wins The Gold? This week Audacity, the free digital audio workstation, released some major upgrades that are quite frankly, awesome. Over time they have been adding features like Real Time effects which means you can play your audio while adjusting the…

Unlocking Canon’s Latest PTZ Camera Firmware with All New Features – Videoguys

Unlocking Canon’s Latest PTZ Camera Firmware with All New Features – Videoguys

On This Week’s Videoguys Live, James is introducing the new PTZ firmware updates from Canon. This update brings free auto-tracking available to all Canon PTZ Cameras as well as other great new features.

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Canon PTZ Camera Family

New Firmware Updates

  • FREE Auto-tracking Now Included with all Cameras​
  • Improved Color Enhancements & Low Light Capabilities​
  • Improved Camera Control Experience​
  • Plus new features & capabilities added to the Canon RC-IP1000 controller​

FREE Auto-Tracking Included Now on all PTZ Camera Models​

  • The free version has limited options available, but still retains excellent tracking performance​
  • Users who need detailed tracking configurations and tuning should purchase the full Auto Tracking license​

Free Auto Tracking Feature Summary​

  • Subject Auto Detect​
  • 2 Subject Display Sizes (2&4 only)​
  • Subject Loss Action ​
  • Prohibited Tracking Area​

Fixed Values​

  • Subject will always be in the middle​
  • Auto Zoom is always on​
  • Sensitivity is Level 9 (out of 10)​
  • Tracking start time is 0 seconds (right away)​
  • Tracking Selection Area is full screen​
  • Tracking will always resume after manual operation​

​Auto Tracking Subject Improvement​

  • When multiple people are in the camera’s view, it is possible to lose tracking if the subject’s face (head-CR-N700) being tracked is temporarily blocked by another person. Auto Tracking is improved to better handle temporary loss of a subject face/head.​

​Smoother Auto Tracking Start and Stop​

  • Improvements have been made to allow a smoother start and stop.​

​Support for Prohibited Tracking Areas​

  • Added ability to specify an area to stop tracking. Once the tracked target enters this area, the tracking tops. Can be useful for situations such as presentations where multiple speakers will stand to present, and then sit afterwards. ​

Improved Subject Composition Adjustment​

  • Currently, small changes to the silhouette would not trigger any camera movement.​
  • New firmware algorithm will ensure camera movement even with very small silhouette adjustments​

More Exciting New Features​

  • USB Webcam – UVC Output Improvements ​
  • Pan / Tilt Operation Range Limiter​
  • Enhanced Focus / Zoom Speed Resolution​
  • S/N Priority – Improved Strong Noise Reduction ​

USB Webcam – UVC Output Improvements ​

  • The UVC (USB Video Class) output performance of the CR-N100 and CR-N300 will be improved, and additional output in YUV format will be supported​

Pan / Tilt Operation Range Limiter​

  • Specify a Pan / Tilt movement limit to protect against moving the camera too far off subject​

Enhanced Focus / Zoom Speed Resolution​

  • The current 16 zoom speed steps (24 steps for the CR-N700) will be expanded to 128 steps, and the current 3 focus speed steps will be expanded to 64 steps.​

S/N Priority – Improved Strong Noise Reduction ​

  • ​For 1/2.3” Sensor cameras (CR-N100, CR-N300, CR-X300), there was noticeable noise when shooting in lower light environments due to the automatic noise reduction not being strong enough, which is normally addressed by manually assigning a stronger noise reduction setting. The new SN Priority Mode will make it easier to apply strong noise reduction.​

SMPTE Color Bars​

  • Available on CR-N700 and CR-X300​
  • Now Available on CR-N100, 300 and 500!​

Increased available Clear Scan Resolutions​

  • On the CR-N700, available clear scan resolution will be increased from 256 to 768 available resolutions, to match frequencies available in Cinema/Pro Video products.​

RC-IP1000 Updates

  • Support for outputting 2×2 and 3×3 multi-display IP preview screens​​
  • Touch Preset Thumbnail Images​
  • Waveform Monitor and Vector scope Display​
  • Auto Tracking Controls​
  • Copy Camera Settings​

LaCie Rugged SSD and SSD Pro Storage Solutions – Videoguys

LaCie Rugged SSD and SSD Pro Storage Solutions – Videoguys

Built to roam, built to play. Our durable lineup of Rugged NVMe SSDs are ready to explore. Built forward-compatible up to USB 40Gbps and Thunderbolt 4, these rugged drives are engineered to handle a broad range of creative production demands. Vloggers, videographers, freelancers, indie filmmakers, even weekend warriors—we’ve got you covered

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  • USB10Gbps
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IP67 rated: water/dust

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