One of the things that has been missing on many of the recently released external recorders is XLR inputs. The Atomos Shogun has an XLR breakout cable, but it is not without its limitations. The Convergent Design Odyssey series only has a 3.5mm mini jack for audio input. Video Devices has set out to change this and they have just started shipping their PIX-LR audio interface for the PIX-E Series of recording monitors. The PIX-LR is an optional accessory that adds XLR inputs and outputs to the PIX-E5, PIX-E5H, and PIX-E7 monitors. The accessory also incorporates Sound Devices-designed mic preamps, accurate LED metering, and dedicated transport and gain controls.

XenData, the global provider of video archive solutions to the media and entertainment industry, today announced the launch of its new DX-240 near-line disk archive system with continuous backup to LTO-7. It has a network attached storage (NAS) architecture, storing files on high performance RAID while simultaneously creating a backup copy on LTO-7 cartridges.

At the 2016 NAB Show, Calrec Audio will unveil a number of technologies that enable broadcasters to interface with multiple protocols at the same time. These technologies offer unique and comprehensive flexibility across various audio and video standards.

EVS is going “boomer sooner,” as the video technology company has announced the addition of three XT3 Channel Mix live production servers to the University of Oklahoma’s SoonerVision studio workflow. Upgrading from the school’s previous XT3 servers, the newly installed XT3s enable a total of 36 channels and features equipment upgrade and additions, including the IPDirector content management suite and LSM Connect touchscreen for clips, playlist, searching and metadata management.

Axon Digital Design, leading supplier of signal processing solutions and monitoring & control software, will unveil the latest updates to its Cerebrum control and monitoring platform and showcase 4K and Ethernet infrastructure solutions at this year's NAB (booth N4524).

At the NAB 2016 the Optical Devices Division of FUJIFILM North America will showcase its entire range of 4K Ultra HD Series, Cabrio PL cine/ENG-Style lenses, Premier PL 4K+ cine lenses, as well as the popular XA55x9.5BESM 2/3-inch zoom and XA99x8.4 ultra-wide field production lens.

Panasonic has announced the immediate availability of the economical AJ-PX230PJ AVC UL-TRA handheld camcorder, providing the quality, image control and much of the functionality of its predecessor, the company’s popular AJ-PX270.

Sony’s next generation of CineAlta products solves the workflow concerns faced by production professionals shooting 4K RAW: handling RAW files easily while maintaining the highest levels of image quality. The new products include the AXS-R7 RAW recorder, higher-speed AXS memory cards and the newest firmware (version 8) for the F55 and F5. These new technologies highlight Sony’s ongoing commitment to the CineAlta platform, adding new features and capabilities directly based on user feedback.

Dalet Digital Media Systems, a leading provider of software-based solutions for media organizations, announced today that NASA has expanded its Dalet installation, located at the Johnson Space Center (JSC). The expansion includes the addition of the award-winning IT-based Dalet Brio video server platform and Dalet Xtend, providing seamless integration with Adobe Premiere Pro non-linear editors (NLEs).

Sony has announced the PXW-Z150, the latest addition to its XDCAM range of professional camcorders. The camera possesses new functionality to enable wireless operation and 4K shooting. The set up is designed to enable content creators of all experience levels to deliver imagery for content and events shooting scenarios. It features a 1.0 type stacked Exmor RS CMOS image sensor, providing users with 4K recording and 5x slow motion in full HD.