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B r o a d c a s t e r s S h o w D a i l y 1 7 M o n d a y , A p r i l 1 8 , 2 0 1 6 FORSCENE NAB RELEASE SOLVES DOUBLE-SYSTEM RECORDING, CLOSED CAPTION CHALLENGES Professional video editing software Forscene is leading the editing evolution at NAB 2016 with new features aimed at solving some of today's biggest post-pro- duction challenges. The new functionality provides the ability to autosync multiple source material in Forscene as well as to easily satisfy current and impending U.S. closed caption regulations. Autosync for Simple Workflows and Saved Storage Forscene's new autosync tool makes it easy for users to create synced, multi-track sequences irrespective of whether the source footage has synced timecode – or even any timecode at all. Editors can cre- ate sync maps for numerous video and/or audio sources in Forscene using either the original time code or by assigning an aux- iliary timecode to the source, and then edit from a multi-track sequence or a multicam clip. As well as simplifying the sync-map- ping process, this development signifi- cantly reduces media storage require- ments during post-production. Because Forscene proxies are created directly from the camera source, the post house doesn't need to store the original media during the rough cut, and only high-res source for shots included in the cut-down sequence needs to be ingested for finishing at the post-house. Meeting Closed Caption Quality Standards The FCC and CVAA deadlines for closed captioning video content extend beyond just the requirement for TV and online programming to include captions. The FCC has set strict quality standards for tel- evision captioning, which sets the prece- dent for online video captioning as a whole. Forscene's newly improved closed caption tool allows users to ingest, create, edit and publish captions just like a video or audio track on the timeline – making it easier for clients to ensure that their con- tent complies to the standards. "Forscene is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of the industry. The software speeds up workflows by making post-production easy, creative and cost-efficient and we're looking forward to demonstrating how these new features do exactly that at NAB," said Jason Cowan, Business Development Director. About Forbidden Technologies Forbidden delivers high-performance cloud video services for media makers and broadcasters. Its flagship product, Forscene, is the world's most advanced cloud-based professional video editing software, powering entirely new work- flows from creation to delivery. Quoted on the London Stock Exchange, Forbidden partners with high-profile media and tech- nology companies to complement its cloud infrastructure and provide greater value and efficiency to its clients. More information about Forscene can be found at www.forscene.com. WARD-BECK SYSTEMS OF CANADA TO JOIN RAVENNA PARTNER COMMUNITY Toronto-based broadcast equipment specialist Ward-Beck Systems announced its membership of the RAVENNA partner community. Known for its outstanding commitment and expertise in the broadcast domain since 1967, Ward-Beck now raises the bar still higher by adding RAVENNA/AES67 connectivity to its products. Initial prod- ucts with Ravenna/AES67 connectivity include the AMS2-N, (two channel monitor), AMS8-N (eight channel mon- itor) 32ME-N (dual 16 channel network converter with metering) MLC8-N (8 channel converter, with metering and level control). Kevin Lyver, President of Ward-Beck, said, "AoIP is the way of the future. We conducted extensive research on the different available tech- nologies and found RAVENNA/AES67 suited our needs and the needs of our clients best. We look forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship with our partners at A LC NetworX and the growing R AVENNA partner communi- ty." Andreas Hildebrand, Senior Product Manager of ALC NetworX, welcomes Ward-Beck Systems to the RAVENNA partner community. "With the rapidly increasing industry interest on AES67, an ever-growing number of manufactur- ers are seeking for fast and reliable options to integrate audio-over-IP con- nectivity into their products. We are hon- ored that Ward-Beck Systems with their palette of highly specialized products and their enviable reputation as an excel- lent project partner has chosen to use RAVENNA technology to implement AES67 connectivity into its products. We are convinced that R A V E N N A / A E S 6 7 - e n a b l e d Ward-Beck products will further enhance the field of applications for interoperable audio-over-IP solutions." About Ward-Beck Ward-Beck designs and manufactures equipment used in the radio and televi- sion broadcasting industry. Since 1967, it has supplied high quality broadcast equipment to televi- sion and radio broadcasters worldwide for both fixed and mobile installations. It has an enviable track record in the timely completion of projects and post installa- tion support. Its clients, major broadcast- ers, systems integrators and government organizations select the company to develop and supply products to address their specific operating requirements. Ward-Beck equipment is used to broadcast the nightly news, morning talk shows, the Olympics, major league sporting events, political conventions, elections and more. Legacy Ward-Beck products are sought after by music pro- ducers and it has equipment in many educational and governmental institu- tions. It is a team of audio specialists; its roots are sound. About RAVENNA RAVENNA is a technology for real-time distribution of audio and other media content in IP-based network environ- ments. Utilizing standardized network protocols and technologies, RAVENNA can operate on existing network infra- structures. RAVENNA is designed to meet the strict requirements of the pro audio market featuring low latency, full signal transparency and high reliability. While primarily targeting the profes- sional broadcast market, RAVENNA is also suitable for deployment in other pro audio market segments like live sound, install market and recording. Possible fields of application include (but are not limited to) in-house signal distribution in broadcasting houses, theaters, concert halls and other fixed installations, flexi- ble setups at venues and live events, OB van support, inter-facility links across WAN connections and in production and recording applications. Unlike most other existing network- ing solutions, RAVENNA is an open technology standard without a propri- etary licensing policy. RAVENNA is fully compatible with the AES67-2013 standard on H igh-performance Streaming Audio-over-IP Interoperability. T2 COMPUTING NAMED TOP TELE-STREAM RESELLER T2 Computing, Inc., an IT solutions com- pany that provides the latest in comput- ing, storage, networking and media hard- ware and software for the broadcast, post production, finance, retail, travel, pub- lishing, advertising and hospitality sec- tors, has been named the Top Reseller 2015 for the Americas by Telestream, the leading provider of digital video tools and workflow solutions today. This is the sec- ond year in a row that T2 Computing has been the winner of this high honor. The award is being officially presented to the company at a ceremony during the NAB Show. Telestream's Top Reseller 2015, Americas award aims to recognize com- pany resellers who have effectively repre- sented Telestream in North and South America. Awards are based on overall sales, customer engagement and coordi- nation and representation of Telestream at events throughout the year. "T2 Computing's focus on providing comprehensive media workflow solutions to its customers is the key to its success with our Vantage media processing plat- form," says Mark Wronski, Telestream Vice President of Americas Sales. "The T2 Computing enterprise sales and solu- tion architect team's consultative selling approach enables it to tightly match the vast capabilities of Vantage to its clients' complex workflow requirements. We look forward to another great year." "Being selected as Top Reseller two years in a row is quite an achievement," says Ian Ash, Vice President of Sales, T2 Computing, Inc. "The combination of our class-leading experience and superior client commitment is helping us to become a trusted resource for our clients and the brands we represent. Telestream is an important and strategic partner for T2 Computing and we look forward to continuing to grow our mutual business throughout 2016. We are honored to be recognized for our efforts by such an industry leader." About Telestream Telestream provides world-class live and on-demand digital video tools and work- flow solutions that allow consumers and businesses to transform video on the desktop and across the enterprise. Many of the world's most demanding media and entertainment companies as well as a growing number of users in a broad range of business environments, rely on Telestream products to streamline opera- tions, reach broader audiences and gener- ate more revenue from their media. Telestream products span the entire digi- tal media lifecycle, including video cap- ture and ingest, live and on- demand encodingand transcoding, cap- tioning, playback and inspection, deliv- ery and live streaming, as well as automation and orchestration of the entire workflow. Telestream corporate headquarters are located in Nevada City, California. The company is privately held. About T2 Computing T2 Computing is a unique IT solutions company that resolves a vast range of challenges leading companies face today. Through its highly experienced client team, the company provides the latest in computing, storage, networking and media hardware and software coupled with world-class professional services. It specifies, designs, deploys and supports solutions for the most complex work- flows. For more information, visit www.t2 computing.com or www.telestream.net.