The Orlando Magic Scores with Telestream HD Transcoding

Posted by Derrick on May 16, 2010 under Video Streaming and Compression | Be the First to Comment

Telestream, a leading provider of digital media tools and workflow solutions, announced that Orlando Magic Broadcasting has successfully deployed its FlipFactory video transcoding automation product for fast, efficient HD file format conversion and delivery of game-action highlights and pre-produced features for the National Basketball Association (NBA) team. Orlando Magic Broadcasting is the in-house video and audio production department for the Orlando Magic professional basketball team.

“Game action highlights are the bricks we use to build anything we need,” said Rick Price, Assistant Director of Broadcast Technology and Services for Orlando Magic. “We looked at other video transcoding solutions and found that Telestream was the only one that could decode and encode the proprietary EVS format. FlipFactory provides a cost-effective solution, fast transcoding speed, and tremendous workflow improvement.”

Prior to Telestream, camera shots and non-game actions were captured in HD via the OB truck. However, the Orlando Magic were unable to convert important game action highlights from their EVS slow motion, instant replay system into HD-compatible files for editing on Final Cut Pro systems. This kept them from being able to deliver HD content for game telecasts.

Since deploying Telestream’s FlipFactory video transcoder, over seven Terabytes of HD game highlights were transcoded during the 2008/2009 season alone. Price said that while he chose FlipFactory for game highlight conversions, he’s found that he can use it to do a lot more, including transcoding back to EVS HD, Flash for the web, H.264 for proxies, and Windows Media for review and approvals.

“We’re pleased that the Orlando Magic chose FlipFactory as the important final link in delivering superior-quality, all-HD broadcasts to its viewers,” said Barbara DeHart, VP of Marketing at Telestream. “One of FlipFactory’s strengths is the depth and breadth of formats and systems it supports, including the EVS system for sports broadcasters.”

FlipFactory provides a cost-effective alternative to buying and maintaining an expensive HD tape deck to record HD game highlights. It also eliminates the extra steps involved in handling and laying video off to tape. According to Price, “For the cost of the FlipFactory software and a server, we now have an all-HD workflow.”

Telestream FlipFactory video transcoding automation software offers more video and audio formats and third-party system support than any other file format conversion solution on the market. Used by thousands of the world’s most demanding media and entertainment companies, FlipFactory provides direct media and metadata integration and file exchange between all major professional systems.

FlipFactory is sold through a worldwide network of direct sales and resale channels. More information is available at www.telestream.net

Sorenson Squeeze Training

Posted by Derrick217 on May 14, 2010 under Video Streaming and Compression | Be the First to Comment

Sorenson Squeeze Training is available at Freeman Compression Inc. to get individuals, companies or organizations familiar with Sorenson Squeeze 6. Squeeze is one of the most exciting and useful video compression tools and users can use it to encode to a number of streaming output formats.  One of the major benefits is you can output to Flash, Windows Media, H.264, Real Media, QuickTime.  Plus, you can even compress to QuickTime Authoring CODECs.  There’s a Preview, FTP after encoding and many other features in this tool.  If you haven’t used Squeeze or need to get training on it, attend one of our Sorenson Squeeze 6 Training classes.  There are On-line classes available for PC and Mac users.  You can also attend one of our trainings in Orlando or have training On-site at your location. Call Freeman Compression Inc. at 407.477.5837 or E-mail us at info@freemancompression .com for more information.

ViewCast Streaming Media Management Software Now Supports Apple iPhone Mobile Devices

Posted by Derrick on April 28, 2010 under Video Streaming and Compression | Read the First Comment

ViewCast Corporation, a developer of industry-leading solutions for the transformation, management and delivery of digital media over IP and mobile networks, announced the release of Niagara SCX 6.2 – an enhanced version of the company’s powerful streaming media management software that now supports HTTP-based adaptive streaming to Apple iPhone, iPad and iTouch mobile devices. New features include integrated segmenting, adaptive bit-rate encoding, support for CDN authentication protocols, and built-in AES-128 encryption. Niagara SCX software supports all of the most popular media formats, including Adobe Flash Dynamic Streaming, Windows Media, RealVideo, 3GPP and others.

“The adaptive and dynamic capabilities that we’ve brought to Niagara SCX 6.2 will markedly improve the live streaming delivery experience for both broadcasters and iPhone users,” said Dave Stoner, President and CEO of ViewCast. “By eliminating the need for an external stream segmenter, we have also simplified encoding workflows and reduced overall system costs. Adaptive HTTP streaming for Apple iPhone mobile devices is the first of many extended features that we have planned for Niagara SCX v6 software in 2010.”

On-line Video Streaming Portal Set-up Available from Freeman Compression

Posted by Derrick on April 21, 2010 under Video Streaming and Compression | Be the First to Comment

On-line Video Streaming Portal Set-up is available from Freeman Compression Inc. With On-line video becoming more popular, many organizations have a need for an On-line Video Streaming Portal. Let Freeman Compression create your On-line Video Portal and teach your staff how to keep it updated and how to add new video streaming content on-line. We’ll work with you to implement Windows Media, Flash Video, QuickTime or H.264 content in your video portal. Set-up of your On-line Video Portal can be done remotely and one of our consultants can come on-site to your location.

Free Wirecast and Episode Encoder Pro Training in Las Vegas

Posted by Derrick on March 29, 2010 under Video Streaming and Compression | Read the First Comment

Free Wirecast and Episode Encoder Pro Training takes place in Las Vegas, Nevada Saturday, April 10, 2010. The training will take place at the Courtyard Las Vegas Convention Center. If you’re going to be in Las Vegas before NAB starts and need to get familiar with video streaming and compression, then make sure you attend the Free Episode Encoder Pro and Wirecast Training. The training will get you up to speed with video encoding using Telestream’s Episode Encoder and webcasting with Telestream’s Wirecast. Attendees will learn how to encode videos for downloadable streaming and real-time streaming and also learn about 1-pass and 2-pass encoding as well as many other technical items related to video compression. The training day also includes Instructor and Video Streaming and Compression Consultant, Derrick Freeman, teaching attendees how to set up Windows Media and Flash Live Streaming using Telestream’s Wirecast. You can Click Here to Register for the Event in Las Vegas.