Streaming News Articles

27

Mar 2024

NDI and IP-enabled workflows from Panasonic

In the dynamic world of video production, the integration of Panasonic's NDI and IP-enabled workflows marks a significant advancement, particularly with the use of Panasonic's NDI-enabled PTZ cameras, in conjunction with the AV-HSW10 Multiformat switcher. These tools not only streamline the produ...
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15

Dec 2023

Shogun in the Cloud: Capturing Cinematic Brilliance with Cloud-Powered Workflows

In the dynamic realm of filmmaking, technology continues to play a pivotal role in pushing creative boundaries. The recent release of the Atomos Shogun series, featuring the Shogun and Shogun Ultra, marks a significant leap forward for filmmakers seeking advanced monitor recorders. In this blog p...
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06

Dec 2023

Epiphan Pearl: The Ultimate Solution for Lecture Capture and Medical Streaming

Epiphan Pearl is a family of video production hardware that offers intuitive systems for live streaming, recording, and switching. Whether you need to capture lectures, medical procedures, or training sessions, Epiphan Pearl has a solution for you.
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27

Nov 2023

The Power of NDI: BirdDog Converters and the Need for 10G AV Networks in Professional Video Production

BirdDog NDI converters are devices that enable you to convert video and audio signals from HDMI or SDI sources to NDI streams, or vice versa, over IP networks. NDI stands for Network Device Interface, and it is a technology created by Vizrt (formerly NewTek) that allows low-latency, high-bandwidt...
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24

Nov 2023

Datavideo Plug & Play Bundle Systems

If you are looking for a complete video production solution that is easy to use, affordable and versatile, you might want to check out the new Datavideo Bundle systems. These are pre-configured packages that include everything you need to create professional live or recorded videos, such as camer...
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07

Nov 2023

Streaming in 4K: The Power of Roland VR-400UHD at Your Fingertips

In today's rapidly advancing technological landscape, the demand for high-quality content has surged, driven by the growing popularity of 4K resolution across various platforms. To address this trend, the Roland VR-400UHD emerges as a professional-grade AV mixer explicitly designed to meet the de...
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27

Oct 2023

Revolutionising NDI Control and Monitoring: Introducing Two New Software Products from BirdDog

In the realm of innovative technology solutions, BirdDog continues to push the boundaries with its cutting-edge products. Today, we're thrilled to introduce you to two exceptional creations from BirdDog that are set to redefine the way we control and monitor NDI® PTZ cameras. We explore the f...
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23

Oct 2023

Panasonic’s latest firmware brings onboard Auto-tracking to the UE40/UE50/UE80

In the ever-evolving world of camera technology, Panasonic has once again raised the bar with its latest firmware update, enhancing the capabilities of the AW-UE40,  AW-UE50 and AW-UE80 PTZ cameras. This cutting-edge update introduces a game-changing feature: onboard auto-tracking. With just...
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11

Sep 2023

Introducing the Datavideo HS-1600T MKII: A Game-Changer in Live Production

In the world of live video production, having the right tools at your disposal can make all the difference. Whether you are producing live events, conferences, educational content, or corporate presentations, having a reliable and feature-rich switcher is essential. Enter the Datavideo HS-1600T M...
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07

Sep 2023

Epiphan Video, technology on the edge

With the recent updates made to the Epiphan brand, can you expect the same quality and service from their well-known products, such as the Pearl 2, Pearl Mini, Pearl Nano or Epiphan Connect? The answer is – yes! Let's look at some of the enhancements of the Epiphan range.
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05

Sep 2023

Atomos unveils new Ninja series

Atomos has announced the latest generation of their industry-leading ProRes monitor-recorder: Ninja and Ninja Ultra.Both the Ninja and Ninja Ultra offer significant upgrades over their predecessors, with improvements in recording capabilities, monitoring tools, and connectivity options. The Ninja...
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24

Jul 2023

Densitron announces new partnership with Holdan Limited

Densitron, the global leader in display, touchscreen technology and specialized broadcast ODM, has announced details of a new distribution partnership with professional video and broadcast technology distributor Holdan Limited. The agreement will see the company serving as a distributor across th...
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05

May 2023

Holdan @ MPTS 2023

Join Holdan at MPTS 2023 for Exciting New Releases and Unseen Products!Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated Media Production & Technology Show 2023 (MPTS), the UK's largest and most exciting event for the media and broadcast industries. Since its inception in 2016, MPTS has been a h...
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06

Apr 2023

Pan Tilt and Zoom - Panasonic's 15 Years of Innovation

This year marks the 15th anniversary of Panasonic's PTZ division, and what a journey it has been! Over the past decade and a half, Panasonic has sold over 250,000 PTZ cameras, cementing its place as one of the leading innovators in PTZ technology, with a wide range of cameras to suit the needs of...
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08

Feb 2023

Celebrating the Moving Image | BSC Expo

We transition into the second tech event of 2023! Join us at Battersea Evolution, in London from the 23rd – the 25th of February 2023, the destination for film and TV professionals featuring the finest in cinematography, lighting and grip equipment.
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24

Jan 2023

Countdown to ISE 2023!

With 2023 in full swing, we welcome the first technology event of the year. We will be jetting off to sunny Barcelona for ISE 2023 to support our portfolio of brands that are attending.
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20

Dec 2022

Speed up your production workflow

As the production and creative industries become more and more competitive, the need for a quick and efficient, yet high-quality post-production workflow has become even more prominent. Although some of this technology has been around for a while, like with most new technology it’s expensiv...
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10

Nov 2022

Live Streaming equipment for any streaming set-up

As technology has evolved throughout the years getting your content in front of more people has never been easier with a click of a button to start sharing a live broadcast. On top of that, a number of platforms have been specifically created for live streaming. Live video streaming is one of the...
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16

Sep 2022

Holdan @ IBC 2022 | Reflections

Empowering Content Everywhere... after a 3-year break While we would normally say ‘another year, another IBC’, this year was different, as IBC was returning for the first time in three years, thanks to a COVID-induced break. Much was the same – certainly the broadcasters, bitte...
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17

Jun 2022

Dan Miall on BirdDog & NDI

BirdDog took NAB by storm this year, launching a host of new NDI-based products and winning a bunch of awards in the process. Founder and CEO Dan Miall visited Europe in June and we took the opportunity to hold reseller-only events in our Glossop HQ and the Holdan Europe office in Amsterdam.
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14

Jun 2022

Holdan at KitPlus Manchester

Trade shows are in full swing again and next up we’re at the KitPlus show at Media City UK (The Open Centre) on Thursday 23rd June, open from 10 am - 4:30 pm.
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13

Jun 2022

Live streaming just got easier

Looking for a compact device that enables you to monitor, stream and engage with social platforms? From anywhere in the world? Without a PC? Look no further than ZATO CONNECT.
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20

May 2022

Lounging with Holdan at MPTS 2022

After an absence of 3 years, the Media Production & Technology show (MPTS) was back with a bang as over 8,000 people literally queued around the block for the 2-day event at London Olympia. Holdan showcased the latest technology with a striking Tech Lounge, a mocktail bar envisioned and creat...
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15

Nov 2021

Midwich Live from the AV Awards

On Friday the 5th of November Holdan were once again part of one of the biggest celebrations of the year and this one didn’t have a single firework go off. Why you ask? Well, we’re not talking Gunpowder Plots here, we’re of course talking about the highly anticipated AV Awards 2...
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08

Nov 2021

INOGENI’s TOGGLE USB 3.0 Switcher wins at the 2021 AV Awards

INOGENI is thrilled to announced that our TOGGLE USB 3.0 Switcher has won in the “Processing and Distribution Technology of the Year” category at the 2021 AV Awards, which were held on November 5, in London, England.
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06

Oct 2021

BirdDog Stories: ICC Belfast

Belfast International Convention Centre is a state-of-the-art, purpose-built conference facility in the heart of Northern Ireland’s capital city. As well as a 2200-seat auditorium the venue boasts two large multipurpose halls, plus meeting rooms catering from 10 to 200 delegates. Like all l...
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07

Sep 2021

9 Things You Should Know About Roland Video Switchers

There’s no getting away from it, the market is rather well saturated with video switchers, from super compact HDMI units that are extremely wallet friendly, to fully IP-based behemoths that support multichannel 4K. There are plenty of options for most budgets, production requirements and op...
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04

Aug 2021

Point Blank Music School and the Roland VR-50HD

The Point Blank Music School is no stranger to remote learning - with schools in London, LA, China, Ibiza and Mumbai, the opportunity to collaborate globally online with some of the best creative minds in  the music industry has always been part of their appeal. When the COVID pandemic force...
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02

Aug 2021

Facilitating Remote Learning in Education

Before COVID, most educational establishments were already using lecture capture, and were experimenting with flipped classroom delivery. The pandemic has made both teaching practices very much the norm. But the mechanics of delivery have become more complex - it’s not just a case of using ...
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08

Jun 2021

Why Buy into BirdDog PTZ Cameras?

New to BirdDog, NDI, or Video over IP? Well, here are just a few reasons why BirdDog cameras are having their day.
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29

Apr 2021

How to run a live multi-location production remotely over the internet

There’s no need to explain why the requirements for live streaming and remote production have hugely increased over the past 12 months. The former is relatively straight forward for even the most technically challenged of us, at its most basic level within a few seconds anyone can be live s...
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22

Mar 2021

St James Church, Piccadilly, ready for live streaming

St James Church, Piccadilly has history coursing through its brickwork. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren, 18th century Prime Minister William Pitt the Elder was baptised at its font. German Bombs severely damaged the church during the blitz and it stood empty for 7 years after the war before bein...
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02

Mar 2021

Lumens and Panopto announce partnership

Lumens announced a new partnership with Panopto™, the leader in video management systems. The Lumens VS-LC200 CaptureVision System is seamlessly compatible with Panopto. The integration provides organisations with a cost-effective unified solution for recording, live streaming, and managing...
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02

Mar 2021

Live-streaming with Datavideo

With public events almost non-existent during the ongoing lockdown, many venues are turning to live-streaming to reach their audience. The benefits of this are that, not only can you still provide content and services for your usual patrons, but you can also grow your viewer base online.  F...
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04

Feb 2021

Pictureimage helps Leyton Orient Football Club stream online with BirdDog and NDI®

Based out of London in the UK, Pictureimage is a leading broadcast consultancy firm. When Leyton Orient needed to add additional valuable matchday content into their existing streaming offering they turned to Chris and the team to design them a new broadcast studio.
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11

Jan 2021

Holdan 2021 | The Evolution of video throughout the pandemic

March 2020 and as lockdown started it was all about getting better and better web cams. We saw how awful the Zoom interviews on the news looked, all blocky backlit shadows and up-nose shots. A simple LED panel light would make a huge difference, and these flew out of the warehouse. The LEDGO LG-E...
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01

Dec 2020

AV Over Global Networks

AV over IP is a fantastic concept and technologies like SDvoe are rapidly becoming established in the industry, but SDvoe relies on super-fast, super-optimised 10G networks, and the data-rate needed to send video this way is much too high to bridge distant locations, so for this purpose a differe...
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09

Nov 2020
UPDATED

Bridging the NDI gap to ATEM: Blackmagic in the IP World

The video production market is transitioning towards IP. Whether it will ever get there 100% or will find a balance between HDMI, SDI and Ethernet remains to be seen, but we are without doubt entering a phase where crews and installers are weighing up the benefits of IP technology for each projec...
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17

Sep 2020

Teradek Prism: the challenger broadcast encoder

If the 1930s have parallels with the 2020s, then the world of media is ready for a revolution.Economic downturn, the threat of mass unemployment, tension on the world stage, dustbowls in America… there are some striking similarities to today. And just as post-war audiences flocked to new c...
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15

Sep 2020

Remote HDR: Collaboration in Post

Like any encoding and decoding platform, Teradek Prism was originally designed for broadcasters and webcasters. Because the system is a 10-bit HDR video device, it is generating interest from post houses as a remote collaboration, and real-time monitoring platform. With producers, directors, inv...
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