Sony’s powerful and space-saving switcher XVS-G1 praised by Standby Television. London-based facilities specialist upgrades production capabilities with Sony’s powerful but space-saving live video switcher.

Leader announces additions to the feature set of its ZEN Series range of test and measurement instruments. These will form part of new-technology demonstrations throughout the April 14-17 2024 NAB Show in Las Vegas.

An intuitive production automation package for broadcasters of all sizes from FOR-A and Aveco will be front and center in the FOR-A 2024 NAB Show booth this year. FOR-A HVS Series production switchers, Insight video servers and ClassX graphics systems are now tightly integrated with Aveco ASTRA Studio production automation and GEMINI media management systems in a powerful package targeting broadcasters – particularly mid-sized, small-market and public stations.

Notre Dame Studio has upgraded its SMPTE-2110 production facility with market-leading IP audio solutions from Calrec. The Rex and Alice A. Martin Media Centre now houses a Calrec Artemis, Type R surface and an ImPulse core to meet the exacting demands of all its production needs from across campus.

RTS equipment has played a key role in supporting RTV Drenthe with its recent infrastructure upgrade. The project has seen the TV station enhance its broadcast setup to become IP compliant and compatible with the SMPTE ST 2110 standard. A key factor in achieving these goals has been a new intercom solution featuring RTS intercoms at the heart of the system.

PHABRIX released Software update v.5.4.2 for Qx Series of advanced Hybrid IP/SDI Test and Measurement products. It includes improved VNC support for remote use and new Audio Metering Configuration.

Cinegy, the premier provider of software defined television technology for digital video capture, processing, asset management, and playout, is showcasing the latest enhancements to its ingest, playout and multiviewer products at NAB 2024.

Nikon is acquiring digital cinema camera manufacturer RED.com LLC for an undisclosed amount. Company wants to expand presence in professional digital cinema camera market.

FUJIFILM North America Corporation’s Optical Devices Division announces the availability of its new FUJINON Duvo HZK24-300mm Portable PL Mount Zoom Lens ("Duvo 24-300mm"). Portable PL mount zoom lens designed to bring desired cine look to sporting events, live concerts, houses of worship, reality shows, and other live broadcasts.

This year’s NAB Show in April will feature an autonomously AI-powered humanoid robot, that will discuss audience perspectives on AI’s use in broadcast media as its opening keynote. The robot, known as Ameca, will be joined on stage by Futuri CEO Daniel Anstandig to discuss the findings of a survey into how audiences perceive AI in the media.