NEW YORK—NAB announced yesterday that SMPTE will be moving its annual SMPTE Summit to NAB Show New York starting in 2027. The two events, which are held in October and November—and on opposite coasts, respectively—will now take place in Manhattan.

The SMPTE Summit will take place Sept. 28-30, with the NAB Show New York occurring Sept. 29-30. The SMPTE Summit has traditionally been held over four days with the 2026 SMPTE Summit taking place Nov. 16-19 in Pasadena; the 2027 event is being cut back one day. Both will take place at the Javits Center.

This marks the first time SMPTE has held its summit on the east coast since 2005.

“We’re excited to bring the SMPTE Summit back to New York alongside NAB Show,” said Sally-Ann D’Amato, Executive Director of SMPTE. “This is a natural fit for our organizations and a tremendous opportunity for the industry. Together, we can connect the people developing the standards and technologies of tomorrow with those putting them to work today.”

SMPTE has been a regular participant at NAB Show New York, holding its SMPTE Bootcamp: Precision Timing for ST 2110 event during both days of this year's gathering.

The announcement was made at the conclusion of NAB Show New York, which ended Thursday at the Javits Center. The show featured two days of sessions and exhibit floor demos focused on media and entertainment transformation, the impact of artificial intelligence on production costs and the changing economics and opportunities of live sports.

NAB reported initial attendance of just over 6,700 attendees, compared to 11,500 at the 2025 event (NAB says further details will be shared in the coming weeks).

About 57% attended for the first time, with participants from 72 countries. Some 250 exhibitors and sponsors showcased the latest tools and technologies driving the media and entertainment industry forward.

Educational programming included 101 sessions with 156 speakers.

“From new business models to next-gen tools, industry leaders shared how they’re using emerging technology to move their businesses forward.” said Karen Chupka, executive vice president, Global Connections and Events at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB). “That’s part of the value of bringing the people into the same room who finance content, produce it and develop the technology. They don’t all approach these questions in the same way.”

Innovation was on full display across the show floor, where advances in AI, streaming and production technology sparked lively discussions and hands-on exploration. The energy reflected an industry eager to embrace new possibilities and turn emerging technologies into creative and business opportunities.

Who Owns the Content — and Who Profits?
During “The Great Media Reshuffling,” moderated by CNBC’s Alex Sherman, Apollo Global Management partner Aaron Sobel predicted that AI could significantly improve the economics of filmmaking.

“If you think about the cost that can come out of the system, AI can reduce a budget for a movie 5, 10, 15, 20% — not today, in a few years,” Sobel said. “It’s going to make movies much more profitable and make them faster, and it’s going to allow you to test them and develop them faster.”

Thursday’s creator-focused sessions, “From Following to Franchise” and “When Everyone Can Create, What Wins?,” explored how creators can build sustainable businesses and distinguish their content as production tools become more accessible. During the former, Christine Cotter, managing director and head of social innovation at 360i/dentsu, urged advertisers to treat influencers as creative partners.

“Influencers are brands. They’re not just people that you brief. They’re not a vendor. They’re not a tactic,” she said.

What Sports Are Worth — to Networks and Fans
Sports commentator Clay Travis urged broadcasters to experiment with new approaches to building audiences rather than expecting immediate results during “Game On: The Power of Sports on Broadcast.”

“I think you have to be experimental. I’m a data guy, but I’ll try a lot of things,” Travis told NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt. “Scale comes with time, but it also comes with experiment.”

LeGeyt emphasized that major sports rights also help local broadcasters finance news and other community programming.

New York Islanders co-owner Jon Ledecky, speaking with Stathletes co-founder Meghan Chayka, discussed efforts to attract new audiences and promote individual NHL players. He cited an unexpected source of growing interest in hockey.

“‘Heated Rivalry’ has increased across the [National Hockey League] women’s attendance at hockey games 45 percent,” Ledecky said, referring to the popular TV drama.

When New Technology Meets Live Production
Maria Stefanopoulos of ABC News’ “Good Morning America” emphasized that even as technology advances, experienced producers must still be able to improvise when things go wrong during live broadcasts.

“A plan on paper means nothing when it’s 6:58 and the plan doesn’t work,” Stefanopoulos said.

At “Leading Without Boundaries,” Sandi Stambaugh, senior vice president of revenue operations at TD SYNNEX, stressed that organizations must address inefficient processes before implementing AI, warning that technology alone cannot solve underlying operational problem

ALAMEDA, Calif.—Clear-Com is debuting the Mentrix panel, featuring a touch-screen interface to give operators fast, flexible access to communications functions while maximizing workspace at NAB Show New York, which opened today at Javits Center in Manhattan.

Built for productions across multiple industries, including broadcast, racing, theater, outside broadcast (OB) trucks and live events, Mentrix brings together tactile control and touch screen flexibility in a compact form factor.

The panel features 16 keysets, combining eight physical lever keys with either eight or 16 rotary keys, alongside touch controls. Its hybrid interface helps operators respond quickly to changing communications needs while adapting controls and layouts as roles, shows and production workflows evolve.

“Mentrix represents an important step forward in how we think about the communications panel experience,” Dave MacKinnon, vice president of product management at Clear-Com, said. “We wanted to develop a solution that gives operators the flexibility to adapt to changing production demands while maintaining the speed and reliability they expect from Clear-Com. Mentrix introduces a new approach to control that complements our existing portfolio and opens up new possibilities for modern production environments.”

Mentrix supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), eliminating the need for a separate power supply and helping simplify installation while reducing cable clutter. Standard VESA compatibility provides additional installation flexibility, allowing the panel to be mounted on compatible monitor arms, walls and custom workstations. Its compact design helps free up desk space without sacrificing access to essential controls.

“With Mentrix, we set out to balance the immediacy of physical controls with the flexibility of a touch screen in a compact, thoughtfully designed panel,” said Frank Linton, product manager for Mentrix at Clear-Com. “Features such as PoE and VESA mounting make it easier to integrate into a wide range of workspaces, while its adaptable interface helps operators keep pace with changing roles and workflows. The goal is to give users the controls they need, where they need them.”

Beyond traditional keypanel functionality, Mentrix supports widgets and visual tools that can expand the operator experience without requiring an additional display. Integrated USB connectivity and a dynamic display further support flexible, space-conscious workflows, while rotary controls provide familiar tactile operation.

Designed for modern IP-based production environments, Mentrix Flex supports Audio over IP (AoIP) for integration into networked intercom workflows.

See Clear-Com at NAB Show New York Booth 739.

More information is available on the company’s website.

NEW YORK—Pearl TV has secured new pricing from patent owners, technology licensors as well as testing and security providers necessary to one day making affordable accessible NextGen TV converters available to consumers.

The broadcast business group made up of seven of the nation’s largest station groups made the announcement on the eve of NAB Show New York, which opens Oct. 21 in Manhattan at the Javits Center.

“A successful transition to NextGen TV requires more than advanced broadcast technology. It requires affordable products that enable all consumers to continue enjoying free over-the-air television,” said Anne Schelle, managing director of Pearl TV. “Our work with technology licensors, manufacturers, testing organizations and the consumer technology industry is focused on reducing costs for consumers and establishing a clear market path for NextGen TV converter boxes to advance the ATSC 1.0 to ATSC 3.0 transition.”Affordable converter boxes will enable all consumers to access this content without buying a new television.

Pearl TV’s Converter Box Program brings together organizations from across the broadcast ecosystem to support the development of affordable devices. Participating patent owners through the Advanced Broadcast licensing platform, along with Dolby and Advanced HDR by Technicolor, are supporting the initiative through licensing arrangements tailored to qualifying converter boxes. Discussions are also continuing with additional intellectual property licensors and component manufacturers.

Testing provider Resillion and the ATSC 3.0 Security Authority have also established special pricing for the program, lowering the cost of both certifying and securing qualifying products.

“This is what industry collaboration looks like. Patent owners, technology licensors, testing and security providers, and manufacturers are all contributing to a shared goal of making affordable NextGen TV converter boxes a reality,” said Schelle.

“Together, we’re making meaningful progress toward affordable devices that connect to existing televisions through an HDMI connection, so that consumers can receive NextGen TV without needing to buy a new TV set. Millions of these receivers will be needed to complete the transition, and this collaboration is helping lay the groundwork,” she said.

Pearl is working with several manufacturers developing low-cost ATSC 3.0 converter boxes, with new products expected to be unveiled in early 2027. The group is also working with the Consumer Technology Association to help consumers easily identify qualifying products at retail.

“As the transition continues apace,” Schelle added, “consumers and broadcasters alike can have confidence in converter boxes using the famous NextGen TV logo and meeting its testing requirements.”

Converter Box Program specifications now require qualifying converter boxes to support ATSC 3.0 Advanced Emergency Alerting recommended User Interface requirements that aim to ensure a consistent user experience in the delivery of richer, more accessible, geo-targeted emergency information delivered in the over-the-air broadcast signal.

“The emergency information experience supported by the Converter Box Program is built on a user interface and user experience framework developed by Sinclair and ONE Media through the NAB NextGen TV News Technology Lab, an NAB initiative supported by a grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation,” said Mark Aitken, president of ONE Media and senior vice president of Advanced Technology for Sinclair Broadcast Group.

“The framework sets a common standard for how NextGen TV emergency information looks and behaves, so viewers get the same clear, predictable experience on any channel, any device, and any screen. It was shaped by input from about 300 emergency managers and focuses on what people need most under stress -- what is happening, where, how urgent it is, and what to do,” he said.

More than 600 NextGen TV services (or channels) are currently on-the-air from broadcasters throughout the U.S. Broadcasters are sharing transmission facilities to maintain both ATSC 1.0 and ATSC 3.0 services during the transition period, ensuring continued access to free over-the-air television.

“As the industry prepares for an eventual transition involving more than 1,600 commercial television stations, affordable consumer equipment, improved broadcast services and a clear transition timeline will be essential,” Schelle said.

SOUTHWICK, Mass.—Kokusai Denki Electric America will highlight its latest innovations in professional broadcast imaging and production control during NAB Show New York, Oct. 21-22, at Javits Center in Manhattan.

The company will feature solutions that deliver premium 4K picture quality, flexible camera operation and efficient production workflows, including its flagship 4K broadcast camera, versatile 4K box camera, advanced RU-2500JY remote control panel and new VF-EL20HP broadcast camera viewfinder.

The company’s SK-UHD7000, a professional 4K UHD camera system engineered for demanding broadcast and live production environments, incorporates three 2/3-inch CMOS image sensors with native 4K resolution, capturing detailed 3840x2160 UHD images with outstanding color reproduction, sensitivity and low-noise performance.

The camera’s global shutter technology minimizes unwanted artifacts, such as flickering and banding, associated with LED lighting and large-format displays. an SK-UHD7000-S2 configuration offers a flexible entry point to 4K through an optional license upgrade with instant activation.

The company will also demonstrate its DK-H700 multiformat box camera, a compact solution that combines broadcast-quality imaging with flexible deployment options. Designed for applications where camera size, positioning and operational versatility are essential, the DK-H700 is particularly well-suited for sports venues, live event production, broadcast studios and specialized point-of-view camera installations. It incorporates 2/3-inch CMOS imaging technology, advanced digital signal processing and HDR support to deliver sharp, detailed images with lifelike color fidelity, excellent sensitivity and low noise.

The DK-H700 can operate as a standalone production solution or complement the SK-UHD7000 in larger multicamera environments.

The company will also demonstrate the RU-2500JY remote control panel in combination with the SK-UHD7000. Designed to maximize operational control within limited production space, the RU-2500JY features a 3.2-inch (82 mm) width that allows side-by-side installation of five units in a standard 19-inch rack.

The panel integrates a 3.5-inch color touchscreen, illuminated controls, precision joystick and dedicated camera shading functions that give operators intuitive access to essential picture adjustments during live production. Advanced HDR and SDR controls, color matrix adjustments and scene file recall support consistent image quality across multicamera productions.

With support for both serial connectivity and IP-based control via Power over Ethernet (PoE), the RU-2500JY accommodates established broadcast infrastructures as well as evolving REMI and decentralized production workflows. Its USB interface also enables operators to store and recall camera configurations, simplifying setup and maintaining consistency across multiple production environments.

Kokusai Denki will also make the global debut of its new VF-EL20HP broadcast camera viewfinder at the show.

The VF-EL20HP combines a 0.7-inch Full HD OLED eyepiece with a 3.5-inch Full HD flip-out LCD monitor, allowing camera operators to transition between traditional eyepiece viewing and flexible off-axis monitoring without additional external displays. The OLED provides exceptional contrast, deep black levels and precise focus representation, while the high-brightness LCD supports alternative camera positions and collaborative viewing during live production.

Integrated waveform monitoring, vector scope, and histogram tools give operators immediate access to critical picture and signal information directly from the viewfinder.

Kokusai Denki will be in booth 430.

GARBSEN, Germany—Proton Camera Innovations says it will demo its new PROTON IS miniature broadcast camera at NAB New York 2026, Oct. 21-22, at Javits Center in Manhattan.

Incorporating image stabilization and an innovative lens/body split structure to provide image clarity in immersive contexts, the PROTON IS was demonstrated as a concept during IBC206 in December. The camera will be available for delivery in Q1 2027.

The PROTON IS brings professional-grade image stabilization to a form factor where conventional stabilization systems, such as gimbals, gyros and mechanical dampers, are simply unable to function.The camera uses a two-part architecture that separates the imaging head—measuring .8 x .8 x .9 inches (20x20x22.5mm) drawing 0.5W—from the processing unit and power supply which measures .9x.9x2.75 inches (23x23x70mm) and draws 2.3W with passive cooling.

Together, these are connected via a flexible cable up to 35 inches (90cm), which allows the sensitive processing components to remain safely hidden away while the tiny imaging head captures footage in the heart of the action.

With 1080p60 footage in 10-bit quality, the PROTON IS incorporates Proton’s VEGA broadcast-grade shading for color accuracy and dynamic range required in professional production. An integrated stereo microphone captures embedded audio, while the low total power draw of 2.8W across a 4.7-24V range enables integration into power-constrained environments. The camera fits any SDI transmitter system, with full remote control available via RS485.

The PROTON IS is well-suited to body-mounted applications, where the stabilization system compensates for the jarring and distracting bobbing motion of the human gait, while retaining the immersive perspective of a POV shot. The split architecture also allows for even weight distribution and moves heat-producing components away from the subject’s forehead.

Proton Camera Innovations will be in Booth 560.

More information is available on the company’s website.

Ahead of NAB Show New York (Oct. 21–22), TV Tech surveyed a group of key exhibitors to find out which tech trends are on their radar and what key products they plan to highlight at the Javits Convention Center, including Glodina Lostanlen, chief revenue officer at Imagine Communications.

TV Tech: What do you expect will be the most significant technology trends this year at NAB Show New York?

Glodina Lostanlen: AI will undoubtedly be one of the biggest themes at NAB Show New York, but the conversation is changing. The question is no longer whether AI has potential, but where it can deliver practical, measurable value in day-to-day media operations. We’re already seeing applications emerge across the media business, from advertising sales, forecasting, and scheduling to playout, control, monitoring, and diagnostics. We’re also seeing increased interest in technologies such as Model Context Protocol (MCP), which provides a structured way for AI systems to interact with applications and operational data. But ultimately, the objective isn’t technology for technology’s sake. Customers are looking for concrete ways they can use AI to make media operations more efficient and easier to manage, so people can focus their expertise on where it creates the most value.

TVT: What’s your key product announcement for the show, and what problem does it solve?

GL: The bigger story for Imagine this year is how we’re bringing practical AI capabilities across our portfolio and into the systems our customers already use to run their businesses. For example, in our widely deployed Magellan Control System, we recently launched Magellan PanelFlex freeform control surfaces and PanelFlex-AI, which uses MCP to provide AI systems with structured access to information from live production environments. We also introduced advances in our XVR media server, demonstrating AI-augmented playout operations and Media Exchange Layer (MXL) interoperability.

In our ad tech portfolio, we’ve had strong market response to the introduction of AI‑assisted scheduling in our Landmark Rights & Scheduling platform. By embedding machine learning (ML) that applies existing business rules at speed and scale, we’re helping customers shorten scheduling cycles and free their teams to focus on higher-value editorial decisions that drive performance.

What ties these developments together is a common customer challenge. Media companies are tasked with managing more channels, platforms, and workflows while controlling costs and protecting core operations. We’re applying AI where it can remove repetitive work, surface useful information faster, and enable our customers to generate real profitability without introducing new sources of risk.

TVT: How does this new solution stand out from what’s available on the market?

GL: One of the questions we hear most often from customers is how much change AI will require. It feels transformative enough to warrant a clean slate, yet most broadcasters already have workflows that successfully deliver content, run channels, and serve audiences.

Our approach starts with the systems customers already trust. These platforms sit at the center of critical revenue and operational workflows and contain years of market, workflow, and operator intelligence. We don’t believe AI replaces that intelligence; we think its greatest value comes from making it more accessible and actionable.

That’s also why openness and governance matter. Imagine has a longstanding commitment to open interfaces and protocols, and we’re extending that philosophy to AI. MCP gives us a way to provide AI systems with structured, governed access to information and capabilities while protecting the underlying systems of record.

TVT: What makes NAB Show New York so essential for your business, and what brings you back each year?

GL: NAB Show New York gives us an opportunity to have focused conversations with customers and partners about the realities they’re facing in their businesses right now. It brings together the people making technology and business decisions with the people solving operational problems every day, which makes it a particularly valuable environment for understanding where the industry is headed.

That exchange works both ways. We can share what we’re developing and where we see the technology going. But just as importantly, we hear directly from customers about their priorities, what’s working, and where they still need better solutions. Those conversations help shape our development priorities and keep our innovation grounded in real-world requirements. That direct connection with customers and partners is what continues to make NAB Show New York such a valuable event for us.

Visit Imagine Communications in NAB Show New York Booth 138.

NEW YORK—ENCO said its enCue news-production toolset and SPOTai video advertising solution will make their North American debuts at NAB Show New York, set for Oct. 21-22 at Manhattan’s Javits Convention Center.

In addition to those products, ENCO’s exhibit (Booth 539) will also display its latest in captioning, translation, AI production, automation and virtual production tools for television and radio broadcasters, the company said.

It will also debut what it calls a unique 3D talent-tracking application within Qimera, its virtual production environment, that brings new realism and production efficiency to live broadcast workflows, and demonstrate a range of holistic captioning and translation workflow capabilities across its enCaption, enTranslate and enSpeak product lines.

“Broadcasters across North America are under increasing pressure to produce more content, reach audiences across more platforms and generate new revenue without adding operational complexity,” ENCO President Ken Frommert said. “We are focused on solving these everyday challenges with practical, intuitive technologies that make a measurable difference.”

Browser-based, cloud-native enCue, introduced in September at the IBC Show, automates a pair of time-consuming production workflows: clip farming and news package creation. It can analyze long-form programs such as newscasts or podcasts to identify compelling moments and automatically create social-ready clips and highlight reels, ENCO said. The platform can generate titles and captions, reformat video for vertical viewing and produce 15-second teasers, it said.

The enCue product also streamlines news package creation by matching scripts or narration with raw footage from interviews, field shoots or other sources. Its AI can assemble relevant footage into a cohesive package ready for editorial review, Enco said, freeing production teams from manually searching through hours of video.

SPOTai extends ENCO’s existing SPECai audio advertising product to video, generating professional, broadcast-ready ads in 1080p within minutes with just basic brand information and a simple text prompt. Its enhanced AI models produce more realistic visuals and stronger creative results, Enco said, while an integrated image editor and automated social publishing simplify production and distribution.

Other products to be spotlighted in ENCO’s Javits Center booth include Qimera, its Unreal Engine-based, real-time 3D virtual production compositing platform, with its new Talent Tracking feature, which tracks the presenter’s full body in 3D, allowing shadows and reflections to stay accurately aligned as talent moves through a virtual environment.

ENCO will also show how its award-winning enCaption Sierra platform can now translate live captions into a different language in an on-premises environment, bringing enTranslate into the Sierra workflow and providing broadcasters and AV users with greater flexibility to serve multilingual audiences.

The company said it will also show how enTranslate can transform live captions into multilingual text translation in real time and how enSpeak, its real-time voice translation engine, can extend the multilingual workflow from text to speech by converting translated text into natural-sounding, low-latency audio.

And radio broadcasters can see the latest developments for AI-powered radio advertising platform SPECai, as well as aiTrack, Enco’s cloud-native, automation-agnostic platform for generating, localizing and scheduling dynamic AI-driven audio content for on-air radio, it said.

For more on Enco’s products, visit its website.

KINGS PARK, NY—MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems has introduced new kits that combine SilverBack fiber transport technology, a compact base station and all required camera-specific accessories in a single package, designed to make it “easier and more affordable for production teams to integrate digital cinema cameras into professional live production environments,” the company said

Built around its SilverBack Series and designed for any cinema camera including the Sony VENICE, Sony BURANO and Canon EOS C400, the new kits extend the value by consolidating the necessary components into one convenient purchase, MultiDyne eliminates the complexity of sourcing individual cables, connectors and mounting accessories while offering substantial savings compared to purchasing components separately.

"Our goal is to remove the guesswork and expense that can come with integrating cinema cameras into live production systems," said Jesse Foster, Director of Strategic Accounts and Products, MultiDyne. "Customers can choose the camera they want to use, purchase the corresponding SilverBack kit and have everything they need to get connected. We're making a proven, professional fiber camera solution more accessible to a wider range of broadcasters, production companies, corporate enterprises and houses of worship."

Each kit is tailored to the connectivity and mounting requirements of its supported camera. The Sony VENICE kit includes the serial data cabling required for camera control, while the Sony BURANO and Canon EOS C400 kits incorporate camera-specific mounting plates that simplify installation and provide access to essential connections. All kits include the relevant cables, connectors and documentation needed to streamline deployment.

At the heart of the solution is MultiDyne's compact SVB-1 1RU base station, which provides the fiber connectivity and power infrastructure required for professional SMPTE camera workflows. Paired with SilverBack camera-mounted adapters including the SilverBack-V, the system supports the video, audio, control and return signal requirements of live multi-camera production over fiber. The shallow, lightweight base station is especially attractive for flypacks, mobile production systems and installations where rack space is limited, according to the company.

Multidyne will showcase the new kit at Booth 856 during NAB Show New York at the Javits Center, Oct. 21-22.

SOUTHAMPTON, England—Cerberus Tech has introduced Livelink Studio, an integrated cloud production and master control environment that delivers redundant, broadcast-grade live production engines.

Use cases include tailoring world feeds for international markets, applying data-driven graphics in multiple languages, launching event-based channels, standing up disaster-recovery playout and cloud overflow for existing facilities and elevating everyday productions without adding complexity.

Built on the Livelink control plane for live broadcast and the Matrox ORIGIN asynchronous media framework, Livelink Studio provides intuitive control surfaces for broadcast-quality production engines with frame-accurate switching, audio-video synchronization, low latency, uncompressed transport and built-in scalability and redundancy. Rather than keeping production hardware on standby, stitching together separate tools for each event or building an entire orchestration platform of their own, broadcasters can employ Livelink Studio to launch a complete production on demand, shut it down cleanly when the show ends and rapidly relaunch that same production for subsequent live events within a pay-as-you-go model, Cerberus Tech said.

Switching, audio and graphics are handled natively within Livelink Studio control surfaces. Live program and preview monitoring comes with cut, auto, mix, dip and wipe transition controls; audio includes native mixing, per-channel fader control, VU metering, full digital signal processing and lip-sync adjustment. Graphics support overlays, lower thirds, tickers and downstream keying with automation that can pull live data feeds directly into on-air graphics.

The tools can be run by a single operator from one screen or split across team members—working remotely or on site—with dedicated views and controls for different roles. Full API control plus support for external panels let operators work the way they prefer.

Livelink Studio adds vital elements including an integrated multiviewer, a media library with local and Amazon S3 storage and recording, routing, salvos, test-signal generation and project format management for day-to-day operation. It also provides real-time SRT telemetry, stream diagnostics and Grafana integration for visibility into every feed, as well as operator control locking and guarded deletion to protect against accidental on-air disruption. Native Livelink and SRT ingest come with automated workflow provisioning. Support for NDI inputs means Livelink Studio fits into existing workflows instead of replacing them.

Livelink Studio can run as a standalone module or alongside contribution and distribution as a seamless part of a broader Livelink implementation.

Cerberus Tech and Matrox Video will be at SVG TranSPORT and NAB Show New York highlighting Livelink Studio, powered by Matrox ORIGIN.

See Cerberus Tech in Matrox’s NAB Show New York booth, Booth 827.

More information is available on the Cerberus Tech and Matrox websites.

The future of media is coming to the media industry’s capital city on Oct. 21–22 when NAB Show New York convenes once again at Manhattan’s Javits Convention Center.

NAB Show New York is more than just a chance for busy professionals who can’t make the trip to the massive spring NAB Show in Las Vegas to catch up on the latest content creation technologies and trends. It’s the East Coast’s go-to event for content creators and production professionals across TV, broadcasting, podcasting, radio, advertising, marketing and film.

And this year’s event will offer plenty of learning opportunities and product demonstrations across those fields, said Karen Chupka, executive vice president, Global Conferences and Events at the National Association of Broadcasters.

“There is a lot of great content on the floor,” she said. “We have about 60 sessions that we run throughout the program. And we're taking a look at everything related to what's happening in the creator economy, how you can work with brands, how creators are building audience and things like how AI is impacting the newsroom.”

Each day of the show will be organized to help attendees focus on their interests. Wednesday’s content will emphasize matters of interest to broadcasters, such as sports content and local news. Thursday’s program will focus more on AI and the creator economy. Streaming will be spotlighted across both days.

Areas of focus include the growing business of live sports, new revenue opportunities for local TV stations and how AI is helping to make broadcast newsrooms more efficient.

Spotlight on Sports
Wednesday’s sports-themed content will kick off with the session “Game On: The Power of Sports on Broadcast.”

Clay Travis, Fox Sports contributor and host of “The Clay Travis Show” on FS1, will chat with NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt on such topics as the future of sports media, evolving fan expectations and why broadcast is still essential for delivering live sports at scale.

Sports gambling, one of media’s biggest growth areas, gets the spotlight in the panel session “The Future of Sports Betting: Growth, Media & Responsibility.”

CNN’s Clare Duffy will speak with FanDuel President Christian Genetski and Craig Carton, the WFAN New York and Fox Sports personality who serves as FanDuel’s responsible gaming ambassador, about the convergence of betting and media, the changing regulatory landscape, the future of fan engagement and the industry’s responsibility to address problem gambling.

“Inside the Live Sports Economy With Jon Ledecky” will address the business side of sports media. Ledecky, co-owner of the NHL’s New York Islanders, will speak with Stathletes Co-Founder and CEO Meghan Chayka about the opportunities for companies that operate at the intersection of content, technology, distribution and fan engagement.

The Business of Local
Wednesday’s programming also includes the Local TV Strategies conference, presented in partnership with TV NewsCheck. This content track will address the business pressures local station groups face in a shifting economy.

“It’s looking at everything from where are opportunities for new growth and the next revenue sources to what's happening on the finance side and where investment is going to help grow that market,” Chupka said.

“We’re also looking at things that can connect with younger audiences, how to get more eyeballs, especially across the omnimedia landscape with younger consumers who are obviously bouncing around on different platforms. “I don't even think that's just younger audiences,” she added. “That's everybody now, right?”

Those issues will be explored in sessions on local TV finance, the advertising marketplace and streaming strategies.

Finance executives from Cox Media Group, Hearst Television, Nexstar Media Group and Sinclair will discuss investment and new business opportunities, while a separate panel will bring together media buyers and sellers to examine the advertising outlook for 2027.

The streaming panel will feature Dean Littleton of E.W. Scripps, Meredith McGinn of NBCUniversal Local, Mike Braun of Gray Media and Sahand Sepehrnia of CBS News, Stations, Entertainment and Sports. They will discuss how local media companies are developing streaming audiences and building sustainable business models.

AI will also be a focus, with sessions on how station groups are developing AI road maps and how stations are applying the technology to news production and other aspects of their business.

Convening Creators
Thursday’s programming will be geared to content creators, and how that segment has shifted from audience-building to building businesses, Chupka said.

“From Following to Franchise: Building the Next Generation of Creator-Led Entertainment” will explore how creators and media companies can use their original programming and IP to turn fan engagement into long-term commercial value.

Michael Kassan, founder and CEO of 3C Ventures, will moderate a panel that includes UPROXX Co-Founder and CEO Jarret Myer; Christine Cotter, managing director and head of social innovation at 360i/Dentsu; and Chelley Bissainthe, a content creator and contestant on reality show “Love Island.”

“Seoul Search: Leveraging ATSC 3.0 and K-Culture to Unlock New Opportunities” will explore the intersection of next-generation TV technology and the global popularity of K-pop.

NAB Chief Innovation Officer and Senior Vice President of Emerging Technology John Clark and Sinclair Broadcast Group President of Technology Del Parks will discuss how ATSC 3.0 could open up new opportunities for streaming entertainment built around K-pop and the broader lifestyle interests of its fans.

Chupka said NAB Show New York is also building community among creators through its VIP Creator Club, which now has about 100 members.

Launched ahead of this year’s NAB Show in Las Vegas, it brings content creators together to share information and help one another grow their businesses.

”It's a really active and interesting community,” she said. “They all want to help each other. They all want to help other creators grow.”

She said one member started out as a college student and has since built a business with an estimated 30 to 40 employees.

Building Community and Skills
Another opportunity for NAB Show New York attendees to hone their skills will come at Post|Production World, which runs Oct. 20-21.

This year’s program features an expanded AI focus as well as practical content-creation skills, Chupka said, with topics running from sound to Cinema 4D effects to documentary video production. Sessions offer hands-on training and a chance to learn from experts.

Tuning Into Audio
The Audio Engineering Society (AES) is back at NAB Show New York this year with a half-day of programming on Thursday afternoon. Sessions will tackle audio, remote production and wireless applications.

Also, the 34th Radio Wayne Awards will take place on Wednesday.

Over both days of the show, a career fair will give jobseekers a chance to learn about openings and meet potential employers. Hiring companies can benefit from NAB Show New York’s location in a region with a deep pool of universities and media talent, Chupka noted.

The show floor will feature some 250 companies, including 37 first-time exhibitors and at least 65 that did not participate last year.

Exhibitors of note, according to Chupka, include BirdDog, whose tools help teams capture, produce, manage and share professional video, and CuttingRoom, which enables users to edit timelines while a stream is live. Ribeye Media offers tools for streaming TV advertising and digital ad workflows aimed at local media, while Lost in Space helps filmmakers and creators take projects from concept through production and delivery.

And it’s a global mix of companies: Some 90 countries will be represented at Javits. Many international exhibitors use NAB Show New York to introduce products to the U.S. market, she said.

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Chupka said the broad range of programming and exhibitors is part of the appeal of a show that can be easy for local industry professionals to overlook.

“Sometimes we don't think about things being in our backyard as much as we think about some place where we maybe have to travel to,” she said. “But I think there's a lot of great content on the floor, and [not going is] a missed opportunity for anybody who’s in the industry.”

NEW YORK—Pliant Technologies will highlight its new CrewCom Flex during the 2026 NAB Show New York, Oct. 21-22, at the Javits Convention Center in Manhattan.

CrewCom Flex is a frameless matrix intercom system and a complete matrix IP-based solution that converges wired, wireless and virtual voice communications on an AES67/SMPTE ST 2110 backbone without the limitations of traditional matrix hardware frames. The company will also show its CrewCom and MicroCom line during the show.

CrewCom Flex seamlessly integrates Pliant’s CrewCom wireless intercom system with new wired panels, desktop panels, wired belt packs and browser- or app-based virtual intercom panels that can be deployed in cloud-native of local infrastructures.

Designed for broadcast productions and critical communication environments, CrewCom Flex delivers a complete communications ecosystem built for hybrid, remote, distributed and highly scalable workflows, the company said. At the platform’s core is the new CrewCom Flex Main Panel (CKP-16) and Desktop Panel (CDP-16), designed to combine the familiarity of traditional hardware with the flexibility and advantages of frameless distributed IP communications.

Expansion panels can be added to create highly customizable user stations, while each panel and desktop panel functions as its own intelligent distributed matrix. Unlike traditional matrix-based intercom systems that rely on centralized hardware frames, CrewCom Flex uses a unique distributed architecture, eliminating single points of failure and enabling almost limitless scalability. CrewCom Flex is standards-based with AES67 and SMPTE ST 2110 support for seamless AoIP and VoIP integration and includes ST 2022-7 compliance for maximum reliability in mission-critical applications.

Pliant Technologies will also feature its CrewCom Flex four-channel (CBP-24) belt pack at NAB Show New York. Designed for flexible production workflows, it offers an integrated microphone and speaker, giving users an option to communicate without needing a headset.

The Flex product line also includes the CrewCom Flex Virtual Intercom system, an integrated browser-based VoIP communications solution available in four-, eight-, 16- and 36-key virtual user configurations.

Flex Virtual Intercom can operate as a standalone communications system. It can also integrate seamlessly into larger CrewCom Flex deployments and is accessible from PCs, Macs, tablets and mobile devices.

CrewCom Flex integrates directly with existing CrewCom wireless intercom systems through CrewCom’s 32x32 Dante/AES-67 Digital Audio Network Interface [CXD-32CF], which provides routing and expansion capabilities into and out of a CrewNet infrastructure using EtherCon copper and dual LC fiber connectivity.

See Pliant Technologies in Booth 645 at NAB Show New York.

More information is available on the company’s website.

LINCOLN, Neb.—HuskerVision, the University of Nebraska athletics department’s video production and multimedia operation, has deployed Grass Valley K-Frame production switchers and LDX cameras as part of a new SMPTE ST 2110 production facility supporting sports venues across the campus.

The six-month project created three new control rooms and replaced HuskerVision’s aging baseband infrastructure with an IP production environment. The facility gives its production teams the capacity to support events across campus with UHD and HDR capability built into the system as they are needed.

Operated by students and staff, HuskerVision produces video and multimedia content for University of Nebraska Athletics.

“We had the opportunity to look at how we wanted to produce content across our venues for the next several years, rather than simply replacing the equipment we already had,” HuskerVision Director of Technology Garrett Hill said. “Grass Valley gave us the combination of functionality and price-to-performance we were looking for with an IP production system that can support what we need today and our move toward UHD in the future.”

The new facility uses Grass Valley LDX 135 and LDX 150 cameras, with XCU Xpress UXF base stations connecting the camera systems into the ST 2110 environment. The LDX 135 provides native UHD acquisition, while the LDX 150 supports multi-format production with both camera systems providing HDR and native IP capabilities.

Two Kayenne K-Frame SXP-I production switchers provide the main production control, with support for HD, 3G and 12G UHD production. Advanced IP I/O and 100 GbE connectivity carry signals across the IP infrastructure, while Creative Grading panels and a central control server provide color and HDR management.

The two switcher configurations provide separate production positions, giving HuskerVision the resources to manage multiple productions across its event calendar. The IP architecture also allows Grass Valley and third-party systems to operate across the same network rather than relying on fixed baseband routing.

An important part of the project was to give students experience with technology they are likely to encounter in professional live production. Grass Valley equipment is widely deployed across production trucks in the U.S., making familiarity with K-Frame and LDX systems relevant beyond their work at the university.

Grass Valley worked with systems integrator BeckTV on the deployment, which also included commissioning and on-site operational and technical training.

Grass Valley will exhibit in Booth 121 at NAB Show New York, Oct. 21–22, at the Javits Center in Manhattan. Visitors can learn more about the company’s latest live production, IP infrastructure and software-defined production technologies.

More information is available on the company’s website.

NEW YORK—IPC will make its debut as an NAB Show New York exhibitor, demonstrating its One Connect WebRTC matrix interconnect platform and its One Link and One Link Studio keypanels in the Dale Pro Audio show-floor booth at Javits Convention Center Oct. 20–21.

In Booth 761, attendees can see One Connect, which IPC said provides a flexible, IP-based approach, supporting secure, low-latency communications in a variety of environments, including on-premises, offline, cloud-hosted or as a turnkey hosting option for teams that prefer a fully managed experience.

Visitors can also get a look at One Link, a compact, desk-ready unit with a touch-screen interface and programmable physical smart buttons that let every user work according to their preferences. OneLink delivers electro-acoustical echo cancellation and ultra-loudspeakers to support point-to-points, party lines, fixed groups and IFBs, IPC said. It has a compact form factor that’s suitable for control rooms, studios and production environments and has a powerful keypanel that is easy to deploy, supports continuity across distributed teams and features industry-leading affordability, IPC said.

Also on display will be One Link Studio, a 1U rackmount version that can be a drop-in replacement for legacy keypanels.

“We are excited to exhibit at NAB New York as a featured partner of Dale Pro Audio,” IPC Head of Sales–One Connect Nicole D’Antuono said. “One Connect is built on a legacy of providing the reliability and performance customers depend on for their communications needs. We continue to build on that foundation while working with valued parters like Dale Pro Audio, who understand the evolving needs of broadcast and Pro AV professionals.”

The collaboration with Dale Pro Audio gives NAB Show New York attendees a chance to see IPC’s solutions alongside other pro audio technologies in a real-time working environment, IPC said.

For more information, visit IPC’s website.

Ahead of NAB Show New York (Oct. 21–22), TV Tech surveyed a group of key exhibitors to find out which tech trends are on their radar and what key products they plan to highlight at the Javits Convention Center, including Susana Brady, senior vice president, worldwide sales and marketing, at Cobalt Digital.

TV Tech: What do you expect will be the most significant technology trends this year at NAB Show New York?

Susana Brady: A key focus at NAB Show New York will be the continued adoption of IPMX as the transition from SDI to IP moves forward. It’s no longer a matter of if it will happen, but how broadcasters can manage it at their own pace while supporting hybrid environments and protecting their existing investments.

Another trend, closely related to IPMX, is the continued convergence of broadcast and Pro AV. Changing content consumption habits, combined with a proliferation of applications and delivery platforms, is increasing demand for high-performance, low-latency infrastructures that support interoperability and flexibility. IPMX helps bridge the broadcast and Pro AV worlds, bringing broadcast-grade performance and operator-friendly workflows to mixed-vendor environments.

And the third isn’t really a trend; it’s an immediate need. With the Federal Communications Commission-mandated auction of the remainder of C-band spectrum, broadcasters are searching for practical alternatives that allow them to continue receiving and distributing satellite-delivered content reliably, including solutions that can decode satellite signals and make them available through ASI and IP.

TV Tech: What’s your key product announcement for the show, and what problem does it solve?

SB: I don’t think I can pick just one, so I’ll highlight three.

At the show, we will highlight our award-winning blueCORE family of processors that supports both SDI and ST 2110/IPMX, allowing users to process signals within existing SDI environments while providing a direct, practical path toward IP.

We’ve packed a broad range of capabilities into a compact 1RU form factor, including up/down/cross conversion, color correction, several flavors of HDR processing, audio routing and mixing, per-channel frame sync, frame rate conversion, audio embedding and de‑embedding, SCTE‑104 insertion as well as logo insertion—and many more base features. With blueCORE, broadcasters have the processing tools they need today while making it easier to move toward tomorrow’s infrastructure.

We will also showcase our expanded IPMX capabilities with support for JPEG XS Temporal Differential Coding (JXS TDC) across Cobalt’s ST 2110/IPMX-capable families, including SAPPHIRE miniconverters, INDIGO gateways, PACIFIC encoders and decoders, TOPAZ processing platforms, ARIA audio monitors and UltraBlue multiviewers. This enables IPMX-certified products to discover, establish and transport visually lossless, ultra-low latency JPEG XS media streams, giving users a plug-and-play approach to JPEG XS workflows while maintaining interoperability across mixed-vendor IPMX environments.

And a very significant development is Cobalt’s practical solution for broadcasters navigating the C-band spectrum transition. We’ve added support for hybrid satellite-internet operations to the Cobalt PACIFIC compression line, compliant with VSR TR-06-4 Part 7, using Internet connectivity to recover data affected by satellite transmission losses.

The PACIFIC ULL-DEC with SAT-DEMOD uses a factory-installed DVB-S/S2 demodulator enabling broadcasters to receive satellite signals and make them available through both ASI and IP. In hybrid operation, Ku- and Ka-band satellite links are used for bulk distribution, while the Internet is used for lost packet recovery, offering a practical approach to maintaining reliable content delivery as broadcasters adapt to changes in satellite distribution.

TV Tech: How does this new solution stand out from what’s available on the market?

SB: What differentiates Cobalt is our focus on solving the problems broadcasters actually face during a transition.

The industry is dealing with multiple evolutions simultaneously. Broadcasters need to move toward IP, but they also need to continue supporting SDI. They may have legacy equipment from multiple vendors, and they need solutions that work across those environments without forcing a complete infrastructure replacement.

That’s where Cobalt shines. Our products are designed to allow customers to move at their own pace. They can remain with the infrastructure they have, introduce IP where it makes sense, and expand their IP workflows as their needs evolve. With support for ST 2110, IPMX and technologies such as JPEG XS, we’re helping customers build an IP infrastructure that is both practical today and ready for what comes next.

This also applies to the C-band challenge. Rather than forcing broadcasters into a wholesale infrastructure change, we’re providing a way to combine satellite and internet connectivity to maintain reliable content delivery.

Ultimately, our goal is to make these transitions less disruptive. Customers shouldn’t have to choose between protecting their existing investment and preparing for the future.

TVT: What makes NAB Show New York so essential for your business, and what brings you back each year?

SB: Regional shows are becoming increasingly important as companies reduce travel budgets and send fewer delegates to the major events such as NAB Show Las Vegas and IBC.

NAB Show New York is essential because it resides in a city positioned in the crossroads between broadcasting and Pro AV, with networks, stations and corporate and enterprise organizations concentrated throughout the region. So many of those organizations are long-time Cobalt customers, and you can find Cobalt equipment in facilities throughout the New York market.

What brings us back each year? We value the face time with our customers that NAB Show New York provides. We get to hear directly from them about what they want—and what they need—to keep their operations running smoothly in a constantly evolving industry. And they get to see firsthand what Cobalt is doing to address those challenges.

For us, that two-way conversation is extremely valuable. Trade shows aren’t just about demonstrating new products; they’re an opportunity to listen, understand where the industry is going and ensure we’re developing solutions that help our customers stay ahead of the curve.

Visit Cobalt Digital in NAB Show New York Booth 226.

Ahead of NAB Show New York (Oct. 21–22), TV Tech surveyed a group of key exhibitors to find out which tech trends are on their radar and what key products they plan to highlight at the Javits Convention Center, including Alex Keighley, senior vice president of sales, Americas, at Grass Valley.

TV Tech: What do you expect will be the most significant technology trends this year at NAB Show New York?

Alex Keighley: I think we’ll continue to see the industry move toward hybrid production environments. Most customers are not starting from a blank sheet of paper. They have SDI, SMPTE ST 2110, modular infrastructure, software applications, cloud and edge resources, and they need those environments to work together.

Two important developments in this context are the Dynamic Media Facility (DMF) and open media exchange through MXL [the Media eXchange Layer]. The Dynamic Media Facility is already a reality for Grass Valley customers. AMPP enables this model today, combining distributed production, shared compute, software-defined media functions, orchestration and monitoring across cloud, on-premises and edge environments.

So, I expect openness and interoperability to remain important. Native MXL integration within AMPP makes high-performance media exchange part of the production architecture, helping connect systems and workflows. The broader challenge is how to bring these capabilities together while allowing customers to modernize at their own pace, without abandoning the infrastructure that still works for them.

TVT: What’s your key product announcement for the show, and what problem does it solve?

AK: A key highlight for us at NAB Show New York will be AVORA, which we launched at IBC in September. This will be the first opportunity to see it demonstrated in the United States, both in the Grass Valley booth and the Broadfield booth.

AVORA is a standalone, all-in-one live production solution for teams that need professional production capabilities without assembling a full production stack for every show. It combines switching, graphics, audio, remote guests, content, replay, recording, monitoring, playout and delivery in one system. Teams can prepare, save, duplicate and recall complete productions, with the flexibility to use either visual shot-based production or traditional program/preset operation. Built on the founding principles and technology of GV AMPP, AVORA operates as a standalone Grass Valley solution, not AMPP Lite.

Beyond AVORA, we’ll demonstrate how different parts of the Grass Valley portfolio work together across capture, production, content and playout.

On the camera side, we’ll be showing the LDX 180, which brings Super35 cinematic capture into live production, and the LDX 150, designed for high-speed UHD and HD production. Both sit within the same LDX 100 Series ecosystem.

We’ll also demonstrate Event Producer X with an AMPP-connected Korona panel, showing a production workflow for repeatable corporate events such as town halls and leadership communications.

Finally, we’ll connect Framelight X with Playout X to demonstrate the path from media management, editing, review and publishing through to channel delivery.

GV: How does this new solution stand out from what’s available on the market?

AK: I think what makes AVORA different is that it brings the main elements of live production together in one standalone system, without requiring teams to build a complete production setup from separate components for every show.

It covers everything from switching, graphics and audio to remote guests, replay, recording and playout. Teams can also prepare and save productions, then duplicate and recall them for future events, which is particularly useful for organizations producing regular shows with consistent requirements.

There is also flexibility in how teams work. AVORA supports both visual, shot-based production and traditional program/preset operation, so operators can choose the approach that suits them.

And although it operates as a standalone solution, AVORA is built on the technology and principles behind GV AMPP. It draws on Grass Valley’s experience in software-defined production, packaged in a system designed for teams that need an integrated, repeatable production environment.

GV: What makes NAB Show New York so essential for your business, and what brings you back each year?

AK: NAB Show New York gives us the opportunity to meet directly with customers, understand the challenges they are facing and discuss how they can get more from their existing infrastructure while adopting new technologies.

It is also a valuable opportunity to demonstrate how hardware, software and hybrid workflows can work together in practice, and to have conversations about what that means for different production environments.

Each year, the value is in those direct exchanges with customers and partners, understanding their priorities and exploring how our solutions can support the way they work today.

Visit Grass Valley at NAB Show New York in Booth 121.

CINCINNATI—Broadcast transmitter maker GatesAir said it will bow its new Maxiva ULXTE-G2 family of high-efficiency UHF television transmitters at NAB Show New York, Oct. 21-22 at Manhattan’s Javits Convention Center.

In Booth 345, GatesAir will show the new platform, designed for high-power digital UHF television systems and combining a fully redesigned RF architecture with significant cooling and pump-system innovations that deliver an AC-to-RF efficiency of up to 53%. This substantially reduces energy consumption and increases power density, GatesAir said.

The Maxiva ULXTE-G2 is the second generation of the flagship ULXTE liquid-cooled transmitter family that GatesAir introduced in 2017. It builds on nearly a decade of field-proven performance with an extensive redesign spanning RF amplification, cooling, power delivery and system management, GatesAir said. This results in a more compact, efficient platform that lets operators trim operating expenses while reclaiming space, according to the company.

It also increases power density, delivering up to 24.5 kilowatts of output power per cabinet, GatesAir said, up 21% from the prior generation. This reduces the number of transmitter cabinets needed while simplifying installation and maintenance, the company said.

“The economics of television transmission continue to evolve, particularly as energy prices remain elevated across many global markets,” Ray Miklius, vice president of technology at GatesAir, said. “Maxiva ULXTE-G2 was engineered to directly address those realities through dramatically improved efficiency, higher power density and a complete redesign of the cooling ecosystem. The result is a transmitter platform that operates cooler, consumes less energy and significantly reduces long-term operating costs without compromising RF performance.”

In addition to the RF technology, GatesAir said, its engineers redesigned almost every element of the transmitter’s liquid-cooling architecture, including new high-efficiency redundant pump modules, optimized liquid flow paths, reduced system pressures and a new multicore heat exchanger that improves thermal transfer with less pumping effort.

The new platform includes GatesAir’s new Maxiva XTK software-defined exciter, providing native support for ATSC 1.0, ATSC 3.0, DVB-T2 and ISDB-Tb. Built around GatesAir's FPGA-based modulation architecture, it lets broadcasters use software to switch between digital standards while maintaining outstanding RF performance and signal integrity, the company said.

Other enhancements include a redesigned system manager with an updated operator interface; new high-efficiency power supplies exceeding 96% efficiency; optimized power amplifier modules; and a hot-swappable amplifier and power supply architecture that minimizes service interruptions during maintenance, the company said.

NEW YORK—Globecast will showcase its next generation of media orchestration services at NAB Show New York, Oct. 21-22, at Javits Center in Manhattan.

The company will demonstrate how its Content Exchange and new Media Orchestration and Operations Management Platform (MooM) help media organizations simplify hybrid operations while preparing for major infrastructure changes, including the transition from C-band distribution in North America.

MooM extends Globecast's software-defined approach beyond media transport. It brings remote production, playout, media asset management, content preparation, headend and OTT delivery workflows into a single operational environment. Together with Content Exchange, MooM provides greater visibility, automation and control across satellite, fiber, IP, public cloud and private infrastructure, enabling users to modernize without disrupting established services or abandoning existing investments.

The FCC's decision to reallocate 160 MHz of the Upper C-band in 2027 presents a strategic planning challenge.

Globecast is working with customers and industry stakeholders to evaluate a range of appropriate migration strategies, spanning Ku-band satellite, managed IP, fiber, cloud and hybrid architectures.

Content Exchange serves as the unified orchestration layer for this increasingly diverse distribution environment for live and file-based content delivery. It connects multiple transport resources through a single interface featuring real-time monitoring and automated provisioning. Broadcasters gain the flexibility to phase their migration, test different connectivity options and build appropriate levels of redundancy while ensuring stable operations at every step of the journey.

While Content Exchange builds the foundation of Globecast's modern media delivery strategy, MooM broadens this model of open, API-driven design with integration of existing systems and third-party tools across the operational chain.

Built for hybrid environments spanning AWS, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and private setups, this SaaS platform abstracts fragmented control layers and dynamically optimizes resources and costs through integrated FinOps and AI-powered operations capabilities. Organizations can scale services more predictably, launch live events and channels faster and test new services and monetization models without significant upfront capital investment.

More information is available on the company’s website.

NEW YORK—Zixi and TAG Video Systems have extended an integration enabling Zixi to leverage TAG's Content Matching technology.

Together, the platforms will help broadcasters and content owners verify that SCTE-35 markers remain intact across delivery paths and confirm that redundant feeds carry the expected content before a switching error reaches air.

SCTE-35 markers carry the ad avails, program boundaries and regional cues that live distribution runs on, but encoders, transcoders and other processing stages can strip along the way, taking revenue with them. Through the SDK, the Zixi Platform can act on TAG Content Matching results, confirming that the output of a processing chain carries the same content as the input, and measuring the latency between the two.

The Zixi Platform will be able to restore the SCTE-35 markers at their precise, frame-accurate times. That adds to the SCTE-35 control Zixi customers already use for downstream compatibility, regional targeting and dynamic ad insertion.Fingerprinting will also give operators an automated check on redundant feeds.

When two sources match, Zixi can merge them for a seamless switch. When they stop matching, operations teams can catch a switching error before it reaches viewers. The work extends an integration that began in 2020 and has so far focused on monitoring and multiviewing.

This step takes TAG's content assurance capabilities into the delivery path itself. Zixi and TAG will discuss the integration at NAB Show New York, Oct. 21-22 and will be participating in the Local TV Strategies Conference.

More information is available on the Zixi and TAG Video Systems websites.

See TAG Video Systems in booth 607 at NAB New York 2026.

MAHWAH, N.J.—Ikegami will introduce the UHK-X700VN, a studio/portable camera with advanced creative features typically associated with digital cinematography, at NAB Show New York (Oct. 21-22) at Manhattan’s Javits Convention Center.

Those advanced capabilities include Bokeh effects, seamless depth-of-field adjustability and exposure adjustment, Ikegami said. Another central feature of the new camera is an advanced variable neutral-density filter that lets operators precisely control exposure regardless of changes in the amount of incoming light while maintaining the existing iris setting and depth of field.

This opens up a wide range of creative possibilities, Ikegami said, including naturally blurring the background to emphasize the subject. Precise control of background focus also allows interference patterns to be reduced or eliminated when using LED walls in news presentation or virtual production studios, the company saud.

The UHK-X700VN uses a proprietary Ikegami filter structure that allows seamless and stepless variable neutral-density control, starting from a zero-attenuation state. This minimizes the exposure shift and changes in image characteristics that can occur when variable neutral-density control is initially engaged. Exposure can thus be adjusted even during live production, maintaining the desired iris setting and depth of field as well as providing greater creative freedom.

Integral to the UHK-X700VN are new control modes based on the variable neutral-density filter. One such mode allows the operator to define the variable range of the lens iris. This is particularly effective when maintaining optimal optical lens performance as a priority or when a specific depth of field is desired, Ikegami said.

An automated mode delivers continuous exposure control across a wide range by enabling simultaneous control of the variable neutral-density filter, lens iris and electronic gain. The camera system optimizes exposure while maintaining the operator’s desired visual characteristics.

The UHK-X700VN relies on 2/3-inch CMOS 4K sensors with global shutter readout to eliminate rolling shutter distortion and flash-banding artifacts. It supports HDR imagery as well as BT.2020 and BT.709 chroma spaces. 4K video is available as a 12G-SDI feed directly from the camera head, allowing the UHK-X700VN to be integrated into a wireless system.

High-frame-rate shooting at up to 2x speed in 4K or up to 8x speed in HD via the base station is an option for applications such as fast-motion capture for sports or stage events. The Ikegami BSX-100 base station also enables simultaneous 4K and HD video outputs, including mixed sources.

The company will also show the Ikegami IPX-100 IP compact IP base station, OCP-500 operation control panel, UHL-X40 two-piece box camera and HLM-2460WA and HLM-1860WR monitors.

See Ikegami at NAB Show New York Booth 708.

More information is available on the company’s website.

HEBDEN BRIDGE, England—Calrec Audio will debut its Type RT digital console and Apex M6 modular I/O platform in the U.S. and exhibit new versions of its virtualized mixing engine and Argo console software at NAB Show New York (Oct. 20-21).

Visitors to Calrec’s booth at the Javits Convention Center (Booth 444) can see Type RT, which the company calls its most compact all-in-one digital console. Launched in September, Type RT includes built-in DSP, control processing, I/O, monitoring and USB audio. The console supports native ST 2110 audio-over-IP connectivity with optional Dante and MADI and a silent fanless design that makes it suitable for sports venues, radio, local TV, podcast studios and houses of worship, Calrec said. It is available in six-, 12- or 18-fader options.

Apex M6 is a 1-rack-unit modular I/O platform for audio interfacing, routing, bridging and network edge connectivity. It includes six configurable module slots, two built-in MADI interfaces, a 512-by-512 internal router and NMOS-native operation. It can work across Calrec’s console range or independently from it, the company said.

Calrec booth visitors will also see a 36-fader Argo S console with an ImPulse IP processing core acting as its main controller. The console will be linked via True Control 2.0 to a 24-fader Argo M running on internal DSP and a 12-fader Type RT.

True Control 2.0 gives users full control over EQ, dynamics, routing, direct outputs and delay from any connected console, Calrec said, with a single controller able to manage five other consoles or processing cores simultaneously.

Calrec will also preview virtualized audio mixing engine ImPulseV v1.5, an update that adds support for Grass Valley’s AMPP control SDK, giving AMPP applications direct control over console parameters including faders. It also includes Calrec’s AMPP bridge application, providing bidirectional control between an ImPulse core and the AMPP environment, and supports commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware, NDI connectivity alongside Dante and automated deployment via Cloud-Init and Terraform.

The update adds 96- and 140-path DSP packs to the existing 256-path configuration. Short-term licenses of one year, 12 weeks and four weeks are now available. The engine will also be available on NEP’s Platform.

Argo v1.5 adds Offline Assist, which enables users to configure shows, memories and presets without an ImPulse or Argo surface. Its new True Peak Limiters keep output within broadcast loudness standards, and I/O patching was streamlined for faster switching, Calrec said. A new Bulk Advanced Configuration saves advanced settings across multiple devices in a single action, the company said.

Calrec also said it will add support for the Media eXchange Layer (MXL) to ImPulse V.

“NAB Show New York marks the first opportunity for the U.S. market to get hands-on with our new Type RT consoles and Apex M6 platform,” Calrec Director of Product Management Henry Goodman said. “Together with Argo, they show how broadcasters can build exactly the system they need, at the scale they need it. Freedom of choice is ultimately a business decision. When the cost of a production tracks the scale of the job, broadcasters can say yes to more content, on more platforms, without overcommitting their budgets.”

NEW YORK—Marshall Electronics has set plans to exhibit its newest pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ), POV and network-ready cameras at NAB Show New York, which is set for Oct. 21–22 at the Javits Convention Center here.

The solutions on display in Booth 730 will showcase Marshall’s approach of delivering flexible, reliable video products for a broad range of professional applications, the company said.

Among the products it will be showing is its CV625-TB, a multiaward-winning 25x UHD60 PTZ camera with intelligent autotracking and dual PTZ and POV cameras. It can automatically track, follow and frame presenters, enabling accurate and smooth, self-adjusting workflows for applications that require reliable presenter capture, Marshall said.

For those in need of a solution that can handle stormy weather, Marshall will also exhibit its CV574 WP all-weather UHD network camera. This unit delivers rich, accurate color and strong low-light sensitivity for live streaming and production applications that need reliable video performance in challenging conditions, the company said.

Show attendees can also check out Marshall’s CV520 and CV320, a pair of IP and 3G-SDI solutions that combine broadcast-quality, full-HD video performance with flexible connectivity and comprehensive control capabilities in a durable aluminum-alloy design. Marshall said the cameras’ compact form factor makes them well-suited to smaller production environments while maintaining IP and SDI connectivity.

Marshall’s CV355-27X is an award-winning compact camera that combines full HD video with IP and 3G-SDI connectivity. Designed for a wide range of broadcast and pro AV applications, the CV355-27X’s 27x optical zoom can capture both wide-angle views and detailed close-ups, Marshall said.

The CV612-TBI is an economical 12x PTZ camera with intelligent autotracking and framing. It uses facial learning to automatically track and frame presenters while maintaining smooth, accurate movements, Marshall said, making it a fit for uses that require real-time tracking like live streaming, corporate video or houses of worship.

Finally, Marshall will show RCP-PLUS, a touch-screen camera control panel that supports as many as seven cameras via VISCA RS485, 63 cameras via VISCA-over-IP and as many as 70 cameras using both protocols. Its touch-screen interface and fine-tuned finger dials give users precise control over parameters, with controls for simultaneous or individual adjustments.

For more on Marshall’s NAB Show New York plans, visit its website.

Ahead of NAB Show New York (Oct. 21–22), TV Tech surveyed a group of key exhibitors to find out which tech trends are on their radar and what key products they plan to highlight at the Javits Convention Center, including Francesco Scartozzi, vice president of sales and development at Matrox Video.

TV Tech: What do you expect will be the most significant technology trends this year at NAB Show New York?

Francesco Scartozzi: Software-defined production will continue to be a defining theme. The conversation has moved beyond whether software belongs in live production and is now focused on how software, standard IT infrastructure, and purpose-built hardware work together to create more flexible media facilities.

We also expect growing momentum around the Dynamic Media Facility (DMF) vision and the Media eXchange Layer (MXL). These industry initiatives reflect the move toward more open, interoperable architectures that simplify media exchange, improve resource utilization and give customers greater flexibility to build production environments around their operational needs.

At the same time, organizations are increasingly looking for ways to seamlessly connect edge devices, on-premises infrastructure and cloud resources. Broadcasters want the freedom to deploy applications wherever it makes the most operational and economic sense while maintaining a unified workflow across their entire operation.

Hardware remains essential at the edge. Signal capture, transport, synchronization, monitoring and control require technologies that complement software-defined infrastructure and deliver the performance and reliability live production demands. The opportunity is not cloud versus on-premises, but creating a unified media environment that connects the edge, the ground and the cloud through open, software-defined architectures.

TVT: What’s your key product announcement for the show, and what problem does it solve?

FS: Our key focus is Matrox ORIGIN, our software-defined media framework that enables developers, broadcasters, OEMs and technology providers to build flexible production applications on commercial off-the-shelf IT infrastructure.

Broadcasters want to become more agile and efficient while maintaining reliable operations. They need technologies that work with existing infrastructure, support applications from multiple vendors and give them room to evolve as production requirements change.

Matrox ORIGIN addresses these needs by providing a complete framework for building software-defined production environments. Its MXL-compatible fabric helps organizations realize the Dynamic Media Facility vision today, supporting more flexible media exchange and integration across an open ecosystem of applications.

Beyond interoperability, Matrox ORIGIN dramatically reduces the complexity of building and deploying professional media applications. Developers can leverage a rich catalogue of production-ready media services, open APIs, and modern software development tools to accelerate innovation while avoiding the cost and complexity traditionally associated with broadcast infrastructure.

Matrox ORIGIN’s asynchronous architecture enables media services and applications to operate seamlessly across edge, on-premises and cloud environments. This allows organizations to connect the edge, the ground and the cloud as a single logical production environment while modernizing at their own pace and leveraging existing infrastructure investments.

TVT: How does this new solution stand out from what’s available on the market?

FS: Matrox ORIGIN combines an asynchronous media framework with an open ecosystem approach, giving organisations the flexibility to build production applications on generic IT equipment and integrate technologies from multiple vendors.

Its MXL-compatible fabric supports the industry’s direction toward more interoperable, software-defined media facilities. Customers can develop workflows around their needs while connecting existing infrastructure with new applications and capabilities.

What truly differentiates ORIGIN is that it goes beyond the vision of software-defined production to provide a complete, production-ready implementation. It combines media transport, processing, control, deployment, resilience and scalability within a single framework while remaining open to third-party applications and services.

ORIGIN also delivers capabilities including location-independent routing, intelligent transport optimisation, and built-in multiproducer redundancy. These technologies simplify deployment, improve resilience, and enable seamless scaling across edge, ground, and cloud environments without requiring complex reconfiguration or custom failover mechanisms.

The result is a platform that enables organizations to build, deploy, and operate software-defined production systems faster, with greater reliability, and with the flexibility to evolve alongside industry initiatives such as DMF and MXL. The growing ORIGIN ecosystem reflects that approach, giving customers greater choice and the ability to modernize at their own pace.

TVT: What makes NAB Show New York so essential for your business, and what brings you back each year?

FS: NAB Show New York provides a valuable opportunity to connect with customers, partners, developers and technology providers and discuss the operational challenges shaping their next investments. Digital communication keeps us connected throughout the year, but in-person conversations offer a deeper understanding of what organizations need and how those priorities are changing.

Customers want to know how technologies integrate into complete workflows, work alongside existing infrastructure and fit within a broader ecosystem. The show gives us an opportunity to have those conversations and exchange ideas with the people building and operating these environments.

For Matrox Video, those conversations help shape our product development and ensure that our solutions continue to address real operational challenges.

Visit Matrox Video at NAB Show New York in Booth 827.

Ahead of NAB Show New York (Oct. 21–22), TV Tech surveyed a group of key exhibitors to find out which tech trends are on their radar and what key products they plan to highlight at the Javits Convention Center, including Matt Williams-Neale, vice president of marketing and communications at Appear.

TV Tech: What do you expect will be the most significant technology trends this year at NAB Show New York?

Matt Williams-Neale: Recent conversations at IBC2026 reinforced demand for adaptable infrastructure, and we expect that to continue at NAB Show New York. Broadcasters want to combine hardware, software and cloud according to each workflow, while developments such as DMF [Dynamic Media Facility] and MXL [Media eXchange Layer] for interoperable, software-defined broadcast facilities are part of more practical discussions.

With the upper C-band set for auction by July 2027, broadcasters using C-band satellite capacity need to plan their move to IP now. They want a phased migration that maintains broadcast-grade control and reliable live services.

Live production workflow is equally important as sports coverage expands across more venues and increases in scale. Customers need low-latency transport from venue to production facility or cloud, with secure connectivity and resilience over networks with unpredictable performance. These requirements are shaping investment in remote production as teams look to cover more events without an increase in resources.

TVT: What’s your key product announcement for the show, and what problem does it solve?

MWN: At NAB Show New York, we're highlighting how our X Platform hardware and VX software solutions work together across live event contribution, IP distribution and live production workflows. Broadcasters need to deliver more content while controlling costs and making better use of their infrastructure.

X Platform provides low-latency processing and predictable performance at the venue, while VX extends contribution feeds into the cloud and enables processing and workflow functions to run in software. This gives teams more options for expanding remote production across different event scales.

Hardware-accelerated SRT enables secure transport over unmanaged networks, helping broadcasters transition from satellite, leased circuits and SDI infrastructure. Customers can introduce these capabilities in stages, retaining dedicated hardware where performance is critical and adding software as their production requirements evolve.

TVT: How does this new solution stand out from what’s available on the market?

MWN: Our approach combines X Platform hardware and VX software so customers can choose where to run different parts of their workflow while maintaining control over live production. VX is natively integrated with X Platform, allowing teams to introduce software processing while retaining dedicated hardware where predictable performance matters most.

Support for JPEG XS, SRT and ST 2110 gives customers the flexibility to accommodate changing formats and production models within the same infrastructure, reducing the need to replace systems as requirements evolve. Support for multiple codecs and hardware-accelerated SRT helps us address those requirements across different production scales, including contribution over unmanaged networks.

TVT: What makes NAB Show New York so essential for your business, and what brings you back each year?

MNW: We’re already successful in the U.S., and we strongly believe that there is further room for growth in North America. NAB Show New York gives us an opportunity to speak directly with customers and partners about their investment plans, from satellite-to-IP migration to expanding live event contribution and REMI. The value comes from the quality of those conversations and having the right people involved. Understanding how customers use our technology, where they need more flexibility and what they want us to develop helps shape our product priorities.

A successful show strengthens existing relationships and opens discussions around new projects. It gives us a clearer understanding of how U.S. broadcasters and production companies plan to operate, helping us support their requirements as we continue to grow in North America.

Visit Appear at NAB Show New York in Booth 129.

BRACKNELL, England—As broadcasters grapple with a spectrum crunch stemming from the FCC’s C-band spectrum-reallocation efforts, Techex will show NAB Show New York attendees how its tx darwin platform can be used to combine satellite and IP delivery.

Techex, set to exhibit in Booth 623 during the Oct. 21–22 show at Manhattan’s Javits Convention Center, says its solution helps broadcasters maintain reliable affiliate feeds while adapting programming and advertising to individual markets.

With the Federal Communications Commission’s spectrum reallocation efforts set to reduce available satellite bandwidth in the C-band, broadcasters are looking for other options. The Ku-band offers additional capacity, Techex said, but it is susceptible to rain fade. This creates a practical concern for stations, according to Techex: how to switch satellite bands without risking feed interruptions. The company said tx darwin solves for this by combining Ku-band delivery with IP to keep feeds available when the satellite path degrades.

The platform also supports SRT and RIST protocols for IP transport, Techex said, with SMPTE ST 2022-7 protection across separate IP paths strengthening delivery resilience.

“Ku band can provide the capacity, but nobody wants to explain a rain-fade outage to an audience during a live event,” Tim Jackson, senior director of sales and business development at Techex, said. “Using technology and vendor-agnostic IP solutions to seamlessly cover the affected services lets broadcasters move affiliates to Ku-band now with confidence.”

The tx darwin platform also supports local blackouts and seamless content replacement directly in the compressed domain, Techex said, avoiding quality loss from re-encoding and additional encoding latency. Time delay and content replacement allow broadcasters to create market-specific programming across time zones, the company said, while SCTE-35 manipulation allows affiliate stations to insert local advertising. Forensic watermarking supports content security and traceability at scale and comprehensive delivery analytics provide visibility into the streams, Techex said.

Hybrid satellite and IP distribution, master control and affiliate delivery run on the same modular tx darwin platform, according to Techex. Broadcasters can deploy it on premises, in the cloud or across hybrid environments, the company said.

CHAMPAIGN, Ill.—Cobalt Digital will showcase its end-to-end ST 2110/IPMX ecosystem, solutions geared to address the C-band spectrum transition and multiviewer products at NAB Show New York, set for Oct. 21–22 at Manhattan’s Javits Convention Center.

A main focus at Cobalt’s NAB Show New York exhibit (Booth 226) will be its end-to-end approach to ST 2110/IPMX, which the maker of signal-processing products said will show how broadcasters can transition from SDI to IP at their own pace while supporting hybrid environments and protecting their existing investments.

Cobalt said it will spotlight the expansion of its IPMX capabilities with support for JPEG XS Temporal Differential Coding (JXS TDC), which enables IPMX-certified products to discover, establish and transport visually lossless, ultralow-latency JPEG XS media streams. The enhancement strengthens IPMX environments with plug-and-play deployment and low-latency JPEG XS workflows while maintaining compatibility across mixed-vendor systems, it said.

Support for JPEG-XS is available across Cobalt ST 2110/IPMX-capable products, including its SAPPHIRE miniconverters, Indigo gateways, PACIFIC encoders/decoders, TOPAZ processing platforms, Aria audio monitors and UltraBlue multiviewers, it said.

To help broadcasters navigate the C-band spectrum transition, Cobalt has added support for hybrid satellite/internet operations to its Cobalt PACIFIC compression line. The enhancement complies with VSR TR-06-4 Part 7 and uses internet connectivity to recover data affected by satellite transmission losses.

The Pacific ULL-DEC with SAT-DEMOD uses a factory-installed DVB-S/S2 demodulator to receive satellite signals and make them available through both ASI and IP, the company said. In hybrid operations, it uses the Ku- and Ka-bands for bulk distribution and the internet for lost packet recovery, offering broadcasters a practical approach to maintaining reliable content delivery and adapting to changes in satellite distribution, the company said.

Cobalt will also exhibit its blueCORE family of standalone signal processors, which debuted at April’s NAB Show in Las Vegas. blueCORE delivers multifunction audio and video processing in a compact 1-RU form factor and supports both SDI and ST 2110/IPMX signal processing, providing extensive flexibility for infrastructure transitioning to IP, Cobalt said.

The company also plans to demonstrate its latest UltraBlue MV-SW multiviewing capabilities, which provide flexible monitoring for facilities working with compressed streams, SDI, ST 2110, IPMX or hybrid environments. It’s available as a turnkey package or as software that runs on customer-supplied hardware and incorporates support for IPMX, Cobalt said.

Cobalt will also display its enhanced audio capabilities, including optional fiber input/outputs added to its line of 9935-AUD4-DANTE openGear advanced audio processor cards to support Dante Audio Interfaces. Direct fiber connectivity simplifies Dante installations, supports longer-distance deployments and eliminates the need for external media conversion in fiber-based network infrastructures, it said.

Cobalt will also showcase its ARIA audio monitoring line, featuring full IPMX compliance alongside support for 16 SDI or 64 MADI channels in a compact rack-mount chassis with touch-display and web-based controls.

Other pieces of Cobalt’s broader product portfolio on display will include Sapphire miniconverters, Indigo gateways, Pacific compression tools and its openGear card lineup.

“The industry is no longer asking whether it will move to IP; it is asking how to make that transition practical,” Cobalt Senior Vice President, Worldwide Sales and Marketing Suzana Brady said. “At NAB New York, we will demonstrate an end-to-end ecosystem that provides broadcasters with the tools they need to move at their own pace, while also addressing challenges such as the C-band transition. From IPMX and ST 2110 to standalone processing and multiviewing, our goal remains the same: provide practical solutions that make complex workflows easier to deploy and operate.”

For more on Cobalt Digital’s NAB Show New York plans, visit its website.

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) today announced SMPTE Bootcamp: Precision Timing for ST 2110, a one-day program to take place Wednesday, Oct. 21, at NAB Show New York.

The program will run from 9:20 a.m.–4:30 p.m. in SMPTE Program Room 3D-03 of the Javits Convention Center, where NAB Show New York will take place Oct. 21–22.

Precision Time Protocol (PTP) now sits underneath ST 2110 facilities, networked audio systems and a growing range of live production and pro AV equipment. Speakers with deep experience in clocking, network design, networked audio, and test and measurement bring a vendor-neutral, working view of how timing is distributed, designed, measured and maintained, along with the lessons gathered from real systems.

Attendees leave able to explain how timing moves through a facility; to configure and verify a grandmaster and the clocks beneath it; to read PTP traffic and design redundancy that holds at failover; and to know what to ask of a supplier before purchase.

The program is produced with Douglas Gillette, an independent engineer and SMPTE member, who also opens the day and moderates a field-experience panel.

"Timing touches every part of an ST 2110 facility, and the best way to learn it is from the practitioners who design, build and run these systems every day," said Maja Davidovic, SMPTE director of education.

“The boot camp moves from fundamentals through network design, measurement and deployment practice, so attendees leave with a clear understanding of how timing works and the confidence to apply it in their own facilities. Having experts from across the industry share one stage and compare notes with the people in the audience makes for a rare learning opportunity,” she said.

Whether the next project is a migration, a new IP facility or an upgrade to an existing one, the day offers a practical starting point, SMTE said. The full-day boot camp costs $500, with a $400 rate for National Association of Broadcasters, SMPTE members or government attendees and $250 rate for students. Registration includes an NAB Show New York Floor Pass for both days of the event.

For full program details and registration, click here.

The Day at a Glance
Morning: fundamentals and network design

• Why Precision Timing Matters in ST 2110, with Douglas Gillette
• Inside PTP: How Precision Timing Actually Works, with Andrew Scott of Telestream
• Designing PTP Networks for Scale, Resilience, and Failover, with Ryan Morris of Arista Networks
• ST 2059 Today: What’s Changing in Media Timing, with Leigh Whitcomb of Meinberg, a SMPTE Fellow and co-chair of the committee behind the standard
• PTP Lessons from the Field: Problems, Fixes, and What We’ve Learned, a panel moderated by Douglas Gillette with Ken Stiver, Ryan Morris, John Salt and Steve Holmes

Afternoon: practice, measurement and deployment

• Keeping Networked Audio in Sync: PTP, Dante, ST 2110, and AES67, with John Salt of Audinate
• Locked Isn’t Enough: How to Know Your PTP Timing Is Really Right, with Steve Holmes of Leader Electronics
• Inside the Network: How Switches Handle Precision Timing, with Alex Pendleton and Devan Cress of Netgear
• Building the Reference: Grandmaster Design for Hybrid Facilities, with Evertz
• Watching Timing in Real Time: PTP Analysis on a Live Network, with Bridge Technologies
• Eleven Commandments for PTP Deployment, with Steve Kolta of Meinberg
• Keeping Media in Sync Across Redundant and Long-Haul Networks, with Andreas Hildebrand of Lawo

Why Attend?
The program also covers the latest standards work, including an update from the co-chair of the committee behind ST 2059, the differences between editions of ST 2059-2 and the integrity features added in IEEE 1588-2019.

SMPTE designed the day to be vendor-neutral. Speakers draw on experience that applies across equipment from many manufacturers, and sessions center on how systems from several suppliers behave together on the same network, which is the question that matters most on a show day.

The bootcamp is designed for broadcast and media engineers, systems integrators, live and remote production teams, media IT professionals and anyone responsible for keeping IP media systems in step.

MELBOURNE, Australia—Mediaproxy, a provider of software-based IP compliance monitoring and multiviewing solutions, will give NAB Show New York attendees a look at new AI-powered capabilities within its LogServer compliance and analysis platform.

Also on tap for the Javits Convention Center from Oct. 21–22 is the first-ever NAB Show New York demonstration of Monwall Web, Mediaproxy’s interactive, browser-based multiviewer.

LogServer, the company’s flagship compliance and analysis system, will add several AI features designed to streamline live broadcast operations, the company said. The new release incorporates intelligent event detection, automated reporting and expanded quality-of-experience (QOE) monitoring.

Mediaproxy said the enhancements will let operators offload routine checks to the system while gaining insight into real-time issues more quickly within fast-moving broadcast environments. Visitors to Mediaproxy in Booth 561 can see a demonstration of LogServer performing automated tasks typically handled by human operators, including real-time alerting and data-driven analysis. The company called the new AI tool set a significant shift toward more efficient, data-driven monitoring workflows.

Monwall Web, which marks its first appearance at the New York event, incorporates Mediaproxy’s software-defined multiviewer into the web browser, allowing operators to interact with live mosaics from every location. The platform is designed for flexible, low-latency remote monitoring, the company said, and supports Low-Latency HLLs (LL-HLLs) and the Media over QUIC (MoQ) protocol. It also includes remote audio output monitoring and the ability to rewind live layouts.

Mediaproxy also said it has signed on to the open-source Media eXchange Layer (MXL) initiative, integrating the technology’s high-performance, in-memory media transport into its software-defined workflows.

For more on the latest developments from Mediaproxy, visit the company’s website.

WASHINGTON—NAB Show New York 2026 has announced programming and speaker highlights for the event, which is taking place Oct. 21–22 at the Javits Center.

The East Coast marketplace for media innovation will bring together more than 150 speakers across 60-plus educational sessions broadcast, streaming, sports, the creator economy and AI, along with the technologies, business strategies and new models reshaping how content is created, produced, distributed and monetized.

During the show this year, the organizers reported that the NAB Show New York is expanding its focus on the business of media and entertainment in 2026 by connecting technology innovation more directly to investment, growth, monetization and real-world implementation.

Business strategy moves to the forefront with new conversations around consolidation and investment, creator-led companies and the changing economics of sports, while AI programming increasingly focuses on how organizations are putting the technology to work.

On the show floor, more than 240 participating companies will give attendees opportunities to compare technologies and evaluate tools and workflows for immediate implementation.

“NAB Show New York reflects a media industry where technology and business strategy can no longer be separated,” said Karen Chupka, executive vice president, Global Connections and Events at NAB. “Whether you’re building a creator-led company, rethinking a streaming product, investing in sports or modernizing a newsroom, the decisions being made today are about both how content gets made and how media businesses grow.”

More specifically, the show will also be putting a spotlight on some of the industry’s biggest structural changes during “The Great Media Reshuffling: Consolidation, Spin-Offs and the Battle for Scale” panel featuring Jessica Reif Ehrlich, managing director and senior media and entertainment analyst at BofA Securities; Eric Menell, global head, Media and Communications Investment Banking at J.P. Morgan; and Aaron Sobel, partner at Apollo Global Management. CNBC media and sports reporter Alex Sherman moderates the discussion of the forces reshaping the media business.

Creator businesses are part of that changing landscape. Michael Kassan, founder and CEO of 3C Ventures, will lead “From Following to Franchise: Building the Next Generation of Creator-Led Entertainment,” exploring the evolution of creators from audience builders into owners of scalable media businesses and entertainment brands. He will be joined by Jarret Myer, co-founder and CEO of UPROXX, and Chelley Bissainthe, TV personality and “Love Island USA” season 7 contestant

Additional programming will examine monetization, advertising, streaming and the economics of local television as established media companies and new entrants compete for audiences, investment and growth.

Sports: From Media Rights to Investment and Fan Engagement

Another major highlight will be sports programming examining the increasingly interconnected worlds of media, investment, betting, production and audience engagement.

“The Future of Sports Betting: Growth, Media and Responsibility” features FanDuel President Christian Genetski and Craig Carton, TV host and FanDuel responsible gaming ambassador at WFAN Radio. “Investing in Sports Media Today” features Laurie Freeman, partner at Bruin Capital, and George Barrios, director and investor at Isos Capital Management, while “Inside the Live Sports Economy with Jon Ledecky” features New York Islanders co-owner Jon Ledecky on the economics, ownership models and opportunities shaping sports media.

“Game On: The Power of Sports on Broadcast” features OutKick founder Clay Travis in conversation with NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt. Other sessions explore sports marketing, production innovation and new approaches to fan engagement.

AI Moves from Experimentation to Implementation

Artificial intelligence runs throughout the program, with an emphasis on how organizations are putting AI to work in newsrooms, production environments and content operations.

“Creating an Environment of FOMO: AI in the Newsroom” features Ryan Struyk, director of AI innovation at CNN, and Christina Hartman, vice president of emerging technology operations at The E.W. Scripps Company, discussing organizational adoption and practical newsroom applications. “Can AI Help Solve the Local News Crisis?” brings together Axios COO Allison Murphy and former CBS News President and CEO Wendy McMahon to explore how AI could help build more sustainable local journalism while preserving trust and human reporting. Another session will share practical newsroom lessons from NAB’s Google AI training initiative, including applications for research, document analysis and information integrity.

Streaming and Next-Generation Media Technology

Streaming leaders will examine how platforms are evolving around changing audience expectations, personalization and product performance.

“Providing a Personalized Playback Experience: What Customers Want and What’s Coming Next,” moderated by VP of OTT at Vimeo Francesca Sussman, features Isaac Josephson, senior vice president of product management at Fubo, and Srebrina Tanova, senior director of software engineering, content discovery experience services and tools at Warner Bros. Discovery. “Inside Paramount Skunk Works” offers a look at Paramount’s approach to rapid experimentation and streaming product innovation with Vice President of Engineering Tom Schultz.

NASA+ General Manager Rebecca Sirmons and NASA broadcast technology leaders will explore the future of streaming in “Streaming the Next Frontier with NASA+,” which also includes longtime Kennedy Space Center broadcast engineer Ron Gonser. “Seoul Search: Leveraging ATSC 3.0 and K-Culture to Unlock New Opportunities” examines the intersection of NextGen TV technology and emerging content opportunities with Sinclair Broadcast Group President of Technology Del Parks and NAB Chief Innovation Officer and Senior Vice President of Emerging Technology John Clark.

Local Television Leaders Tackle Streaming, AI, Revenue and Technology

The Local TV Strategies conference on Oct. 21 brings together senior executives from major station groups to examine the business and operational transformation of local television.

Programming will explore streaming strategy, new revenue opportunities, AI implementation, technology investment and the 2027 advertising marketplace, with executives representing CBS, Cox Media Group, Fox Television Stations, Gray Media, Hearst Television, NBCUniversal Local, Nexstar, Sinclair, Scripps and Tegna.

Creators, Streaming and Sound

Creator-focused programming will examine how independent creators and emerging media companies are turning audiences into sustainable businesses through monetization, production efficiency, partnerships and platform strategy. The program also includes streaming-focused sessions and AES@NAB New York, bringing professional audio into the broader conversation around the future of content creation and distribution.

Technology Discovery Across the Show Floor

The show floor will feature 225+ exhibiting companies, including more than 40 new exhibitors and 53 international companies, spanning production, post, broadcast, streaming, cloud, AI, audio, workflow and infrastructure technologies.

Attendees can compare technologies side by side, see demonstrations and connect directly with vendors and partners as they evaluate tools and workflows for immediate implementation. The show is expected to draw professionals with significant buying influence across corporate enterprise and brand studios, film and television, creators, broadcasting, systems integration, streaming and sports.

In addition, the Career Fair returns both days, connecting students and early-career professionals with employers across the media industry. Post|Production World New York runs Oct. 20–21 with in-depth training for editors, motion graphics artists, visual effects professionals and post-production specialists. The NAB Marconi Radio Awards take place Oct. 20 at the Edison Ballroom ahead of the Show. (Tickets must be purchased separately from show passes.)

Explore the full NAB Show New York speaker lineup and view the 2026 education program.

Registration for NAB Show New York 2026 is now open.

Registration for NAB Show New York, set for Oct. 21-22 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in Manhattan, is now open.

Last year's event drew 11,500 registered attendees from 95 countries, according to NAB, adding that roughly 10% of attendees came from outside the U.S., and 62% were first-time participants—evidence of the show’s expanding international reach and a fresh wave of creators, producers and decision-makers, organizers said.

Attendees will discover practical insights, evolving workflows, emerging business models, technology adoption and new opportunities across the media ecosystem. Sessions and programming will center on AI, the creator economy, streaming, sports and TV/radio broadcasting for a total of about 80 hours.

On the show floor, four unique theaters offer free educational programming, including keynote presentations, technology showcases, AI and creator sessions and specialized programming focused on sports media and professional audio.

Brands that will be represented include Sony, B&H, Blackmagic Design, EVS, Evertz, Ross Video, Grass Valley, Canon, Enco, Riedel Communications, Lawo and Facilis Technology. More than 200 exhibitors are expected to attend, with 10% of currently registered companies as first-timers.

"The media industry is navigating rapid change in technology, business models and audience behavior, and professionals need opportunities to understand what those changes mean for their work," said Karen Chupka, executive vice president of NAB Show.

"In the media capital of the world and a global hub for live production, NAB Show New York connects big industry conversations with practical insights, new tools and the people shaping what comes next."

TV Tech's complete coverage of the 2025 event can be found here and here.

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NEW YORK—NAB Show New York said its 2025 edition wrapped up its program on Oct. 23 with 11,500 registered attendees from 95 countries, reinforcing its status as the East Coast’s leading event for media, entertainment and technology.

TV Tech's complete coverage of the event can be found here and here.

Roughly 10% of attendees came from outside the U.S., and 62% were first-time participants—evidence of the show’s expanding international reach and a fresh wave of creators, producers and decision-makers, the organizers said.

“NAB Show New York 2025 showcased the creative forces transforming media right now,” said Karen Chupka, executive vice president of NAB Global Connections and Events. “There’s no better backdrop than New York City — the media and entertainment capital of the world — to bring together this kind of expertise and energy. Across every sector, from broadcasters and filmmakers to creators and technologists, attendees came together to learn, experiment and connect in one of the most dynamic professional communities anywhere.”

The 2025 NAB Show New York highlighted the accelerating evolution of media and entertainment, showcasing how technology and creativity continue to reshape the industry. Artificial intelligence, the creator economy and new sports-media workflows were among the most visible forces driving innovation across the Javits Center, the NAB said.

The show featured 260 exhibitors and sponsors, including 51 first-time companies, spanning nearly 39,000 square feet of exhibit space—roughly the size of seven NBA basketball courts. Demonstrations highlighted AI-enabled production and editing tools, workflow automation and data-driven storytelling, alongside live shopping and creator-commerce activations that brought platform strategy to life.

NAB Show New York returns Oct. 20–22, 2026 (Exhibits Oct. 21–22), at the Javits Center. The 2026 NAB Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center runs April 18–22, 2026.

Learn more at www.nabshow.com/new-york/.

NEW YORK—During a high-profile session at NAB Show New York, new survey data was shared that revealed significant public concern over artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential to erode trust in journalism.

“The Future of News: AI, New Revenues and Risks, and the Policy Response” panel discussed the survey and AI’s growing influence in the media ecosystem, including threats to the sustainability of local news and the need for government action.

More specifically, the research, conducted by OnMessage Inc., revealed that:

• 76% are concerned about AI stealing or reproducing journalism and local news stories, with 51% being very concerned.
• 77% support, and 59% strongly support, Congress passing a law that would make it illegal for AI to steal or reproduce journalism and local news stories that are published online without permission or compensation.
• Only 26% trust information produced by AI, while 68% say it is not trustworthy.
• 72% believe the federal government should place guardrails on AI to protect consumers.

“This data reflects a real and growing concern among Americans that AI could erode the integrity of journalism and undermine the trusted connection between broadcasters and the communities we serve,” said NAB president and CEO Curtis LeGeyt. “Scraping broadcasters’ content without permission or compensation strips away context and threatens the credibility of local news. This conversation at NAB Show New York is just the beginning of a critical national dialogue to ensure new technologies support, rather than exploit, trusted local journalism, as well as the necessity of a level playing field for broadcasters to fairly negotiate the terms of use with AI platforms.”

Several major news organizations, including News Corp. and the New York Times, have already sued major tech companies over copyright violations and the unauthorized use of their content in training AI models.

The panel also explored the business pressures AI creates for local newsrooms — where shrinking margins, high production costs and increasing content misappropriation by AI systems threaten the sustainability of fact-based, community-focused journalism.

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Organizers of NAB Show New York said they are expecting more than 12,000 registered attendees from about 100 countries along with 260 exhibitors and sponsors—including 51 first-time companies—to attend the event between Oct. 22 and 23 at the Javits Center in New York City.

This year’s show delivers two days of future-focused sessions, hands-on exhibits and next-gen content tools across broadcasting, streaming, sports, digital, film and the creator economy, the NAB said.

“This is where stories meet strategy,” said Karen Chupka, NAB’s executive vice president of Global Connections and Events. “We’re giving attendees hands-on access to the people and platforms shaping what’s next—from AI in newsrooms to the new power dynamics of creators, sports leagues and local broadcasters.”

Highlights of the event include:

• AI and Journalism: A new “Future of Journalism” track explores issues like how artificial intelligence is reshaping news production, trust and ethics. Speakers include NAB President Curtis LeGeyt, Brian Stelter (CNN), Oliver Darcy (Status), Sara Fischer (Axios) and more.
• U.S. Soccer Keynote: On Oct. 22, Catherine Newman and David Wright of U.S. Soccer join Fox Sports’ Stu Holden to discuss building digital fandom and media strategy ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
• Sports and Storytelling: Beyond soccer, a dynamic programming lineup examines how leagues, networks, athletes and creators are redefining sports media through data, fandom and digital storytelling. Sessions feature speakers from the NFL, FanDuel Sports Network, Genius Sports, the women’s sports media brand TOGETHXR, and Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment, the parent company of the Brooklyn Nets, New York Liberty and Barclays Center.
• Broadcasting and Audio Strategy: Conferences on Oct. 22 include the Radio + Podcast Interactive Forum and Local TV Strategies summit, with speakers from companies including the E.W. Scripps Company, Fox Corp., Graham Media Group, Hearst Television, Nexstar Media Group, Sinclair and Tegna, as well as general managers at several New York City network TV affiliates.
• The Creator Economy in Action: “Creator Day” on Oct. 23 features sessions like “Creators Unplugged” with Shira Lazar, Dylan Huey and Zach Blank, plus Puff Media’s live TikTok Shop activation, showcasing real-time creator commerce. And for the first time, attendees will have exclusive access to reserve and test FUJIFILM’s latest cameras and lenses beyond the show floor, an opportunity to experience FUJIFILM’s renowned color science, advanced autofocus and versatile performance. Availability is limited.
• Hands-On Training: Post|Production World New York offers two days of training for editors, producers and motion designers.
• On the Exhibit Floor: Attendees can explore tech and solutions from brands like Amagi Corp., Avid Technology Inc., B&H Photo, Blackmagic Design, Canon U.S.A. Inc., Chyron, Dell Technologies, Evertz, Fujifilm North America, Grass Valley, Haivision, Harmonic Inc., IBM Aspera, Imagine Communications, LocaliQ, Panasonic Connect, Ross Video, Synamedia Ltd., Western Digital and WideOrbit. Networking happy hours will take place on Oct. 22, fostering conversation among attendees, speakers and vendors.

Attendee registration remains open at registration.experientevent.com/ShowNAB258/Flow/ATT/.

Press and news media can register for credentials and access resources at www.nabshow.com/resources/new-york/press-resources/media-kit/.

ATLANTA—swXtch.io will feature two new networking solutions extending the company’s reach across more cloud and on-prem workflows at NAB Show New York, set for Oct. 22-23 at the Javits Center in Manhattan.

The company will exhibit its SRT-X Gateway, a pure software solution that offers high density, and showcase its groundSwXtch virtual overlay network for on-prem networks.

Shipping in January, SRT-X Gateway is a specialized implementation of the company’s cloudSwXtch overlay network offering efficient, scalable SRT streaming. swXtch.io’s application of multicast technology to SRT transport substantially increases streams capacity over competing solutions, allowing users to move hundreds of broadcast-quality compressed video workflows through a single cloudSwXtch and/or groundSwXtch network, the company said.

SRT-X Gateway’s density, along with its containerized software design, brings value to REMI production workflows seeking a streamlined solution for low-latency AVC/HEVC streams over SRT, swXtch.io said.

Its higher capacity also allows users to scale with ease, while swXtch.io’s stream-based pricing model reduces the cost per flow over time. Users are only billed for each active stream that enters or exits the gateway, enabling cost predictability and smarter scaling strategies based on production demands, the company said.

SRT-X Gateway’s multicast application simplifies configuration and ease of use through its ability to accept one source and distribute it to many endpoints, adding switched functionality to SRT’s point-to-point connectivity, it said.

“swXtch.io developed SRT-X Gateway to serve the specific needs of moving SRT workflows and protecting SRT content between ground and cloud,” said swXtch.io CEO Brent Yates. “The proven SRT capabilities found within cloudSwXtch have been applied to a purpose-built solution that is affordable, secure, easy-to-use and quick-to-configure and deploy. Our customers also have a solution that can dynamically scale up and down with their needs and reduce extraneous usage and network infrastructure costs.”

See swXtch.io at NAB Show New York booth 762.

More information is available on the company’s website.

SAN ANTONIO, Texas—QuickLink, a provider of video production and remote guest integration solutions, has tapped Austin Hinton as its new solutions enablement engineer.

The role makes Hinton QuickLink’s go-to technical expert, the company said, supporting customers and partners across North America with deep, hands-on technical insight into its StudioPro and StudioEdge products, as well as the broader QuickLink portfolio.

Hinton joins the company from Vizrt, where he was a customer success manager, following several years working at NewTek. He also worked in broadcast engineering and production on the media side with major organizations such as Fox, Disney/ABC, MLB, NBC Sports and ABC News. At ABC News, he earned two Emmy Awards for his engineering and production work.

“I am thrilled to join QuickLink at such an exciting stage of the company’s growth,” Hinton said. “Having spent my career helping broadcasters and production teams get the most from their technology, I’m eager to bring that same customer-first approach to QuickLink’s innovative solutions.”

QuickLink said Hinton’s combination of hands-on technical experience and passion for enabling creative, reliable workflows make him a natural fit for the company’s expanding global team,

“Austin’s technical expertise and industry experience are exceptional. His deep understanding of live production workflows and customer success will play an integral role in supporting our growing customer base across North America,” QuickLink CEO Richard Rees said. “We’re delighted to welcome him to the QuickLink family.”

Attendees of NAB Show New York, set for Oct. 22-23 at Manhattan’s Javits Center, can meet Hinton and other members of the QuickLink team at the company’s booth (Booth 148).

At NAB Show New York (Stand 244), Oct. 22-23 at the Javits Center in New York, Interra Systems will showcase the future of media QC, monitoring and captioning, highlighting its award-winning, AI- and machine learning-powered solutions designed to meet the demands of today’s multiplatform media landscape.

Visitors to Booth 244 will see the latest advancements across the company’s Baton, Orion, Vega, and Baton Captions product suites, demonstrating how Interra Systems’ powerful tools are driving efficiency, ensuring compliance, enhancing content quality, and unlocking new monetization opportunities across broadcast, IP, and OTT workflows.

“For over 25 years, Interra Systems has partnered with leading media companies across the world to ensure audiences receive flawless content, anytime, anywhere,” said Anupama Anantharaman, vice president of product management. “At the NAB Show in New York this year, we’re excited to showcase how QC, monitoring, and captioning solutions are solving today’s most pressing workflow challenges and enabling new monetization opportunities for our customers. No matter the format— linear broadcast, IP, or OTT; live or VOD—our mission is to help media organizations ensure consistent video quality, maintain compliance, and deliver outstanding viewing experiences across every platform and deployment model, whether that’s on-premises, in the cloud, or in hybrid scenarios.”

Interra Systems Solutions on Display: Orion Suite
Interra will spotlight the latest enhancements to its award-winning Orion content monitoring suite, including a powerful new Multiviewer feature for real-time visualization of multiple video and audio streams. Orion continues to set the standard for robust, real-time monitoring across linear, IP, and OTT workflows. With flexible deployment, broad format support, industry-first all-frame decoding, real-time audio language detection, ad insertion monitoring, and advanced analysis, Orion dramatically improves video quality checks and playback assurance for critical channels.

Orion Central Manager (OCM)
Interra Systems’ flagship OCM platform delivers centralized, end-to-end visibility across the entire media workflow. Recent updates include support for IPv6 compatibility, advanced probe management and user group permissions and support for enhanced end-to-end ad insertion monitoring — boosting operational efficiency and security for large-scale media operations.

Baton 9.3
Baton 9.3, the latest version of Interra Systems’ industry-leading automated QC solution, introduces enhanced autoscaling, improved 4K video quality checks and new validations such as blank bar detection and CIE color gamut analysis. Baton 9.3 aligns with the latest ITU-R BT.1702-2023 PSE flash guidelines and features advanced algorithms for QR code detection, freeze/duplicate frames, media offline, blockiness, defective pixels, video dropouts, burnt-in text and shot transitions.

Baton Captions
With the demand for accurate, multilingual accessibility at an all-time high, Baton Captions delivers robust, AI-powered captioning and subtitling. New features include intelligent caption placement that follows scene change guidelines to prevent overlap with burnt-in text—a common challenge in regional content.

With added support for 23 new languages, Baton Captions now supports 109 languages overall, the company said.

The latest version also includes advanced quality control and correction tools, which use machine learning, automatic speech recognition (ASR), and natural language processing (NLP). The user interface has been redesigned for better usability, with features like an integrated workflow service, vertical zoom on audio waveforms, and smart caption segmentation that automatically adjusts captions based on natural speech patterns and character limits. These improvements make the captioning process more efficient, help ensure compliance, and provide a seamless multilingual viewing experience across various formats.

Vega Media Analyzer
Interra Systems’ Vega suite remains the industry’s go-to platform for compliance, debugging, and stream interoperability. With expanded support for VVC, AV1, HEVC, MV-HEVC, AVS3, HDR, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, ATSC 3.0, and more, Vega simplifies complex video standards and ensures seamless compatibility across platforms and devices.

To register for NAB Show New York, visit nabshow.com.

OSLO, Norway—Appear, the global leader in live production technology, will demonstrate how its powerful hardware and software innovations are shaping the future of hybrid, sustainable, and software-defined live production at NAB Show New York (Booth 746) at the Javits Center, Oct. 22-23. The company will showcase the X5 and VX Media Gateway, each representing a critical piece of the puzzle for broadcasters navigating the transition to more flexible, cloud-integrated workflows.

At its booth, Appear will highlight how its latest technologies combine high-performance media processing, sustainability, and interoperability to meet the demands of live media contribution, production, and distribution. These solutions address the needs of broadcast, streaming, and remote production environments, including large-scale live sports coverage where low latency and reliability are critical.

Appear will also demonstrate how it is helping broadcasters to modernize affiliate distribution by replacing traditional satellite downlinks with efficient IP-based delivery. This transformation was exemplified by NBCUniversal’s recent overhaul of its satellite reception operations, powered by Appear’s advanced X Platform and its integration with Skyline Communications’ Dataminer—an initiative that earned the prestigious NAB Show 2025 Delivery Project of the Year Award.

“Broadcasters are under unprecedented pressure to deliver more content across more platforms while managing cost and environmental impact,” said Andy Rayner, chief technology officer at Appear. “Our X5, VX Media Gateway, and leadership in developing the Media eXchange Layer, show how we’re empowering customers to bridge the gap between traditional infrastructure and the new, software-defined and distributed compute world, enabling secure, ultra-low-latency live media transport wherever it’s needed.”

Building on the award-winning X Platform, the Appear X5 delivers Tier 1 performance in a compact, cost-efficient form factor. Designed for smaller-scale yet high-value live productions, the X5 provides ultra-low latency, industry-leading compression, and robust IP media transport, making it ideal for remote contribution, cloud-based workflows, and broadcast-grade transport. Supporting AVC and HEVC encoding/decoding, SDI and ST2110 workflows, and Appear’s hardware-accelerated SRT (aSRT), the X5 enables a smooth transition to IP-based live production.

Appear’s VX Media Gateway will also take center stage. As part of the company’s open, software-based VX Platform, VX is built for secure, scalable, and hybrid media workflows that seamlessly connect on-premise infrastructure with cloud environments. Supporting SMPTE ST-2022, SRT and ST-2022-7 redundancy, VX provides unmatched resilience, interoperability, and elasticity for media transport. VX has been designed from the ground up to support the Media eXchange Layer (MXL), the open standard for interoperable media exchange, enabling broadcasters to orchestrate low-latency, vendor-agnostic workflows.

MXL directly aligns with Appear’s vision for the next generation of broadcast interoperability. It provides an open framework for containerised media functions, allowing operators to mix best-of-breed software tools across cloud and on-prem environments without compromising quality or latency. By embracing MXL, broadcasters can accelerate innovation, reduce vendor lock-in, and achieve greater flexibility in their hybrid production strategies.

With the growing adoption of cloud and hybrid workflows, Appear’s technologies enable media companies to balance performance with sustainability, maximizing processing density while reducing power consumption. These innovations underscore Appear’s ongoing commitment to enabling the industry to deliver pristine, reliable live content across all types of networks, platforms and production models.

“Our customers want technology that lets them scale at their own pace,” said Thomas Bostrøm Jørgensen, CEO at Appear. “At NAB New York, we’re showing how our modular hardware, scalable software, and the MXL standard work together to make that possible, helping broadcasters and content owners and distributors to evolve confidently towards the future of software-defined live production.”

In addition to the exhibit, Appear CTO Andy Rayner will present at the NAB New York session Emerging Connectivity for Live Production, 11:15 a.m. on Oct. 22 in Theater B (Booth 747).

To register for the show, visit nabshow.com.

CHAMPAIGN, Ill.—Cobalt Digital will feature its Aria series of audio solutions designed to simplify monitoring, embedding and routing at NAB Show New York, set for Oct. 22-23 at the Javits Center in New York City.

The company will showcase the Aria AUD-MON audio monitors alongside its full line of routers, multiviewers, converters and control panels. Cobalt Digital will also stage live demos of its new hybrid satellite solution built around its Pacific compression products working with the Reliable Internet Stream Transport (RIST).

The Aria family of Aria AUD-MON audio monitors provides sound monitoring in a compact, rackmount unit well-suited to places where space is limited.

ARIA monitors are available with either horizontal (AUD-MON-H) or vertical (AUD-MON-V) button layouts. The intuitive, customizable touch display front panel features eight individual volume controls for mixing. The series supports a wide range of inputs including ST 2110, 2xSDI up to 12G or MADI, 2xSFP for SDI over fiber, AES, balanced analog audio and GPI for automation, as well as external redundant power supplies for reliability.

An efficient Class-D amplifier with DSP and specially selected speaker components delivers clear, dynamic sound.

The Cobalt Aria OG-AUD-DANTE series consists of Dante cards in openGear form factor. They simultaneously embed and de-embed audio between SDI, Dante, AES and MADI with flexible routing and mixing.

Available as either quad- or dual-path units, these high-density, compact solutions offer built-in frame syncs, two gigabit Ethernet ports, with redundant hot-swappable power supplies and cards.

The company will also show its UltraBlue MV-SW multiviewer with support for all compressed and uncompressed IP/SDI inputs and scalable output options. This software-based multiviewer, available as a turnkey package or as software-only, is capable of receiving audio/video content over IP across a variety of protocols and formats with highly flexible audio routing.

Users can create fully customizable mosaic layouts with arbitrary sizes and orientations, graphic overlays, ancillary data, tallies, UMDs and IDs. PIPs can also be positioned, rotated and easily copied. Setups can be saved and restored. 

The company also will spotlight its Wave series of routers available as both standalone units and openGear cards as well as its Sapphire BBG compact converters offering low-latency IP conversion, 10G/25G Ethernet support, audio sample rate conversion, and asynchronous audio mixing.

Cobalt will also demo a new hybrid solution that combines satellite transmission with Internet recovery to bridge the gap created by C-band spectrum reallocation.

Built around Cobalt Pacific compression products and leveraging the RIST, this approach uses Ku-band and follows the recently released Video Services Forum Technical Recommendation (TR-06-4 Part 7). Satellite is used for heavy lifting, and the Internet is used to fix any drops.

See Cobalt Digital at NAB Show New York booth 607.

More information is available on the company’s website.

BURLINGTON, Mass.—Avid will feature its new Avid Content Core at NAB Show New York, Oct. 22-23 at the Javits Center in New York.

The cloud-based production and content data platform, introduced last month at IBC2025 in Amsterdam, will be shown alongside Avid’s new NEXIS Remote cloud storage capability, which enables facility-grade editing from anywhere. The company will also feature new product enhancements and expanded partner integrations that introduce artificial intelligence, automation and streaming tools directly into Avid workflows, the company said.

“Avid Content Core marks a transformational step forward for the media industry, bringing content creation, management and value realization together into a single, cloud-native platform,” CEO Avid Wellford Dillard said. “By unifying these capabilities, we’re helping media organizations unleash creativity, collaborate seamlessly across different locations, maximize the return on their content and pivot faster to new business models.”

The new platform equips the media and entertainment industry to move beyond fragmented systems by treating media assets as intelligent, connected data, Avid said. From global broadcasters and newsrooms to major studios and post-production facilities, Avid Content Core accelerates output, streamlines operations, boosts return on investment (ROI), reduces total cost of ownership (TCO) and opens opportunities for growth, the company said.

Designed to transcend the limitations of media asset management systems, Avid Content Core is a content data platform that brings ingest, search, orchestration and asset intelligence into a single, cloud-native platform.

Accessible from anywhere via browser-based tools, the platform processes media assets as interconnected, actionable data rather than as isolated files. Avid Content Core enables AI-powered search and recommendations. Each media asset gets a unique fingerprint that lets teams working within the Avid ecosystem to authenticate provenance, track usage and ultimately measure ROI, the company said.

At NAB Show New York, the company will also launch Avid NEXIS Remote, which brings facility-grade editing performance to distributed teams. Now available for cloud deployment, Avid NEXIS Remote allows Media Composer users to connect directly to Avid NEXIS storage in the cloud for real-time, high-resolution editing workflows, the company said.

With secure smart caching and seamless integration across Avid, Adobe, and other tools, Avid NEXIS Remote enables production teams to work from anywhere, edit directly in Media Composer and Pro Tools with no proxy round-tripping and optimize cost and flexibility with elastic cloud storage, Avid said.

While the cloud version of Avid NEXIS Remote is available this month, support for Avid NEXIS F-Series will be launched next year.

The company said it will also highlight a range of integrated solutions and partner demos, including:

• Wolftech News and MediaCentral integration: Story-centric newsroom planning, creation, and publishing now brought together in a single user interface.
• Stream IO: Flexible ingest, loop recording and playout solution for live and fast-turnaround workflows—now with synchronized multicamera ingest and enhanced bulk export.
• Media Composer panels: Featuring AI integrations from Quickture (transcription and sequence creation), Flawless (dialog editing), Acclaim Audio (leveling and cleanup), and Streamwell (low-latency live streaming and collaboration).

See Avid at NAB Show New York booth 547.

More information is available on the company’s website.

MELBOURNE—Mediaproxy will present its latest features for the company’s Monwall multiviewer, including instant replay and HTML content monitoring, and other innovations for remote monitoring workflows and cloud deployment at NAB Show New York, Oct. 22-23, at the Javits Center in New York City.

Monwall’s new instant replay feature enables broadcast operators and engineers to review live incidents instantly without interrupting ongoing monitoring. Operators can rewind mosaic outputs in real time through a web interface or control surface, ensuring fast and precise incident analysis, Mediaproxy said.

Scalable across multiple mosaics and accessible via low-latency browser connections, the new feature provides centralized and remote teams with the speed and flexibility to resolve on-air issues fast.

The company also will unveil HTML content monitor, which allows operators to embed live web dashboards, analytics and dynamic streaming sites like YouTube into multiviewer mosaics, enabling broadcasters to oversee traditional broadcast and web content via a unified interface, the company said.

Mediaproxy also will highlight the debut of Monwall Server, an extension of its establisher multviewer platform. This option produces streaming output in multiple low-latency formats, supporting multi-screen mosaics and hybrid deployments without needing additional virtual servers, it said.

It will also feature a new cloud licensing model that offers broadcasters a scalable, pay-per-use approach to deploying LogServer and Monwall on demand, which is well-suited to live events and flexible channel management, it said.

See Mediaproxy at NAB Show New York 2025 Booth Level 3-563.

More information is available on the company’s website.

NEW YORK—Pliant Technologies will showcase its new CrewCom Digital Audio Network Interface with Dante and AES67 support during NAB New York 2025, Oct. 21-23, at the Javits Center in New York City.

The company will also show its CXD-32CF 32x32 I/O Digital Audio Network Interface, which complements its CrewCom system.

The CrewCom Digital Audio Network Interface is a 32x32 48kHz I/O device that provides routing and expansion capabilities into and out of a CrewNet infrastructure via EtherCon Copper and Dual LC Fiber connections.

The half-rack device can be powered with either net power over a CrewNet copper connection or via the supplied 48VDC power supply (PPS-48V-02), Pliant Technologies said.

Combined with the upcoming release of CrewWare 2.0 software, this new hardware interface easily integrates into the CrewNet ecosystem, creating a bridge between CrewCom and other digital audio network-based devices that are standard throughout the industry.

The new CXD-32CF is well-suited to AV applications, such as broadcast, larger productions/events, rental houses, larger theater productions and houses of worship.

“The CXD-32CF enables direct digital connectivity to industry standard wired intercom systems without the need for additional adapting hardware,” said Art Gonzales, vice president of product management at Pliant Technologies. “This gives users the ability to send and receive up to 32 channels of network-based digital audio, exactly where needed.”

For broadcasters, this creates a more streamlined and cost-effective workflow. With the CXD-32CF, broadcasters have a cleaner, more efficient intercom solution that integrates seamlessly into its existing infrastructure, the company said.

See Pliant Technologies at NAB New York Show Booth 934.

More information is available on the company’s website.

MAHWAH, N.J.—Ikegami will showcase its new IPX-100 IP extension unit as well as the latest developments in its camera and monitor portfolio at NAB Show New York 2025, Oct. 22-23, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York.

Making its first NAB Show New York appearance, the IPX-100 IP extension unit offers an alternative to the conventional base station or CCU for applications where IP interface of video, audio and intercom are planned from day one.

The IPX-100 is 2 units high by half 19-inch rack width, lightweight and well-suited for use in mobile production vehicles, REMI equipment rooms and wherever space is at a premium. For throw-down applications, it can be ordered with a carry handle.

The unit has the same robust camera head power capacity as the BSX-100, providing power via conventional SMPTE-hybrid fiber camera cable at a distance of up to 2.2 miles depending on camera model and configuration. An integral test signal generator allows IP system configuration before a camera head is connected.

An HD-SDI video monitoring output enables direct connection of a monitor to the IPX-100, facilitating initial setup. The IPX-100 supports NMOS IS-04 and IS-05 for operational management of the IP system.

Ikegami will also feature its UHL-X40, an ultra-compact box style UHD camera measuring 4.7 by 5 by 4.4 inches and weighing 2.4 pounds. It is designed for applications requiring an inconspicuous UHD camera.

The head is powered locally with 12 volts DC (just 28 watts) and connects with the compact CCU-X40 via up to 6.2 miles of duplex single-mode fiber carrying uncompressed RGB raw pixel data. Included with the fiber link is a 1G Ethernet trunk for external data, such as pan/tilt/zoom control.

The UHL-X40 incorporates three ⅔-inch UHD sensors with a global shutter pixel architecture that captures natural images even when shooting LED screens, clear of geometric distortion during still frame replay. The global shutter imagers also minimize artifacts when televising flash or strobe-illuminated stage environments.

The UHL-X40 achieves F10 sensitivity at 2160p59.94 and a signal-to-noise ratio of 62 decibels in HD. HDR and BT.2020 color reproduction are available as standard. The CCU-X40 can output two formats simultaneously, such as 2160p UHD and 1080i HD.

Ikegami will also feature its HDK-X500 portable system camera designed for use across a wide spectrum of applications, including pedestal-mounted studio operation, tripod-based sports coverage and shoulder-mounted location production. Features include three latest-generation ⅔-inch CMOS global shutter sensors plus automatic optical vignetting correction throughout the range of OVC-compatible B4 bayonet mount zoom lenses.

Back focus of RBF-compatible lenses can be adjusted from the OCP in the control room even when the camera head is in a remote location. Optimal control of ambient lighting, studio or outdoor is supported by the same neutral-density and color-compensation dual filter system used in Ikegami’s top-end UHK camera series.

The camera’s integral digital processor provides 16-axis color correction, allowing precise scene matching or creation of specific effects. HLG HDR is fully supported. Performance parameters include 1,000 TVL typical center resolution at 5% modulation, 62 dB typical signal-to-noise ratio and F11 sensitivity (1080i/59.94). The HDK-X500 is also capable of high-frame-rate capture at 1080i 119.88 Hz.

Ikegami will also show its ULE-217-HDR Full-HD HDR/SDR video quality monitor designed for use in studio control rooms, mobile production units and post-production suites. Space-efficient and energy-efficient, it is equipped with a 21.5-inch 1920 x 1080 pixel LED display, recently upgraded from 500 to 1,000 nits brightness. HLG and HDR10 high dynamic range and all commonly used resolutions from 480p up to UHD and 4096 x 2160p60 4K are supported.

It also will feature the HLM-2460W, a 24-inch Full-HD LCD monitor with a 1920×1200 pixel 10-bit resolution LCD panel with 1800:1 contrast ratio, 400 nits brightness and 3.4-inch front-to-back depth. Multiformat SDI, 3G-SDI, HDMI, Ethernet and VBS inputs are provided as standard.

See Ikegami at NAB Show New York booth 708.

More information is available on the company’s website.

LONDON—Techex will showcase enhancements to its tx darwin and tx edge at NAB Show New York 2025, Oct. 22-23, at the Javits Center in New York City.

The enhancements streamline complex broadcast operations, accelerate deployment and deliver new levels of resilience for moving live video content between ground and cloud, the company said.

Techex has expanded its modular, media processing tx darwin framework, empowering broadcasters to adapt, conform, monitor, protect and transform their live content, it said.

At the show, Techex will demonstrate its:

Premium MPEG-4 AVC and JPEG XS codecs, which allow workflows to span the compressed and baseband domains, moving seamlessly between standards to suit different media flows and transport bandwidths.

tx darwin Blueprints, which enable sophisticated, hierarchical workflows to be designed once and deployed repeatedly. This simplifies complex workflows, increases efficiency and ensures design consistency, reducing the risk of errors.

Motion-compensated video standards conversion, developed with InSync, which delivers a software-native solution that can be deployed on premise or in the cloud.

Dynamic HTML5 graphics and integrations that enable forensic watermarking, introducing the ability to overlay high-quality, dynamic graphics and insert content traceability.

Within its tx edge IP transport platform, Techex introduces SRT-protected JPEG XS TR-07, enabling compromise-free live sports production in the cloud. Performance optimizations deliver higher throughput on the same compute, while its SMPTE-compliant Trust Boundary functions as a secure media firewall for handoff, scalable third-party delivery and network translation.

See Techex at NAB Show New York 2025 Booth 262, Level 3.

More information is available on the company’s website.

WASHINGTON—The National Association of Broadcasters is filling the agenda for the 2025 NAB Show New York, set for Oct. 21-23 at New York’s Javits Center. Billed as the East Coast’s premier event for media, entertainment and brand storytelling, the show will bring together content creators, production professionals and industry leaders across broadcast, sports, live events, advertising, marketing and film, NAB said.

Show officials also said NAB Show New York has tapped its first keynote speaker, Alessandra Catanese, CEO of the internet comedy brand Smosh. She’ll start off a day highlighting Creators, Emerging Technologies and the Modern Media Landscape on Thursday, Oct. 23, with a fireside chat where she’ll reveal strategies for building and monetizing loyal fan communities through exclusive content, live streams and direct engagement, NAB said. Catanese will offer actionable insights into the future of audience connection in a shifting cultural and media landscape, according to NAB.

Thursday’s daylong Creator Economy event will be a deep dive into the subject with immersive sessions, VIP tours, networking events and hands-on demos, as well as the ability for creators to test drive and experience the latest in camera, sound and lighting advances on their own throughout the show, NAB said.

Broadcast TV and radio will be in focus on Wednesday, Oct. 22, with two new offerings for 2025, the Future of Journalism Symposium and the Sports Conference Track.

The journalism symposium will explore such topics as AI in news production, hybrid funding models and niche journalism, NAB said. The Sports Track is dedicated programming that brings together broadcasters, leagues, athletes, technology providers and influencers to explore solutions powering the latest trends in live sports content production and delivery, according to NAB.

“NAB Show New York is where 13,000 attendees will connect with 300 exhibitors, discover new trends and test emerging tech,” NAB Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Global Connections and Events Karen Chupka said. “It’s a must-attend for creators, streamers and broadcasters seeking to elevate their craft and amplify their message.”

The show floor is designed to encourage purposeful networking and learning through interactive demonstrations, panel discussions and an NAB Leadership Foundation-hosted career fair. Among those set to exhibit their latest tech advancements are B&H, Blackmagic, Canon, Chyron, ENCO, Fujinon, Grass Valley, Panasonic, RCS and Ross Video.

Additional NAB Show New York programming will include the Radio + Podcast Interactive Forum and Local TV Strategies (in conjunction with TV NewsCheck) on Oct. 22 and Post|Production World New York on Oct. 22-23. The NAB Marconi Radio Awards dinner will be held Oct. 21 at Manhattan’s Edison Ballroom, celebrating radio excellence and outstanding industry achievements, NAB said.

Registration for NAB Show New York will open in late July. For more information, visit NABShowNY.com.

WASHINGTON—The National Association of Broadcasters said it has named Sean Perkins as chief marketing officer and senior vice president of Global Connections and Events (GCE), tasked with heading up marketing efforts for NAB Show and NAB Show New York.

A 30-year veteran marketer in both the business-to-business and business-to-consumer sectors, Perkins joins NAB from the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). At CTA, Perkins was vice president, marketing, directing the comprehensive marketing and advertising efforts for yearly CES trade show in Las Vegas.

Perkins is charged with driving strategies aimed at increasing engagement and visibility for NAB’s premier events, according to the group. He reports to Karen Chupka, managing director and executive vice president, GCE, at NAB.

“We are excited to have Sean join NAB during such an important time for the industry,” Chupka said in a statement. “Sean’s extensive experience in marketing and his proven success in driving growth and visibility will be a tremendous asset to our team. His expertise in event marketing and digital transformation will help us elevate NAB Show and other key initiatives, ensuring we continue to deliver extraordinary value to our members and partners.”

In addition to his tenure at CTA, Perkins brings to his new role extensive experience across a range of industries including, media, technology, digital commerce and nonprofit, NAB said. He has led marketing efforts for such brands as AOL, Amtrak, AARP, Intel, Sage and Neustar.

Perkins holds a bachelor’s degree in English and communications from Canisius University in Buffalo, New York.

The 2025 NAB Show will run from April 5-9, 2025, in Las Vegas. For more information, visit NABShow.com.

NEW YORK—The 2024 NAB Show New York wrapped up on Oct. 10, with the NAB reporting that the two day event attracted more than 12,000 attendees, some 250 exhibitors, 50 of which are first-timers, and 20 new product launches. The numbers were similar to the 2023 show, which attracted 12,231.

Held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, the Show’s Q4 timing provided a pivotal opportunity for professionals to explore end-of-year purchases and prepare strategic decisions for 2025, the organizers said.

NAB Show New York continued to attract growing enterprise audiences, including government agencies, higher education, finance and more, the NAB said.

Attendees from Bank of America, Best Buy, Capital One, Dell, Ford Motor Company, IBM, JP Morgan Chase, LIV Golf, MLB, NASCAR, NBA, NFL, NHL, NYU, Pepsico, Pfizer, QVC, Samsung Ads, United Nations, U.S. Air Force, U.S. House of Representatives, U.S. Military Academy and other notable brands attended, reinforcing the event's expanding reach. Attending brands from the core audience include ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, HBO, Audacy, Urban One and Univision.

The organizers also reported that NAB Show New York’s unique positioning in the media capital of the world attracted a high-quality audience of decision-makers, with 79% of attendees actively involved in buying decisions, which is up roughly 6% from last year, and 34% serving as final decision-makers. Notably, three-quarters of attendees do not attend NAB Show in Las Vegas, offering Exhibitors the chance to connect with a fresh regional audience. Additionally, preliminary data shows roughly 64% of attendees were first-timers, reinforcing the event’s ability to reach new professionals and drive meaningful business connections.

“NAB Show New York is where professionals across all industries come to connect, explore new technologies and make key business decisions,” said Karen Chupka, executive vice president and managing director of NAB Global Connections and Events. “With Q4 being such a critical buying season, this event allows attendees to finalize their budgets and set the stage for 2025. Our Exhibitors provided the tools and solutions that will shape content creation, distribution and monetization in the coming year.”

NEW YORK—Miri Technologies has launched the Miri X510, a dual cellular bonding router that allows users to combine multiple wired and wireless internet connections into a single, resilient link capable of delivering data streams even from remote locations with poor coverage. It bowed the product at the 2024 NAB Show New York, which concludes today.

The Miri X510 integrates channel bonding from Speedify. The router can bond up to seven internet links, including Wi-Fi, Gigabit Ethernet, satellite and mobile data connections. Automatic failover ensures seamless connectivity even if one internet connection fails. The Miri X510 can bond 4G LTE and 5G, helping to overcome network congestion at crowded venues, the company said.

The router features two SIM slots (SIMs not included) for the integrated 5G and 4G modems; two RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports; Wi-Fi 6 connectivity; and two USB ports for optional modems. Speedify’s Pair & Share function, which allows the router to share data connections from mobile devices on the same network via the Speedify app, can increase bandwidth even more, the company said.

Miri worked with Magewell to develop the router to ensure it would meet the requirements of broadcasters, live streamers and video production professionals. The new router is being demonstrated in Magewell’s booth at the show.

Unlike dedicated video contribution systems that may also bond connections, the Miri X510 is not limited to delivering video and audio and isn’t tied to any particular codec or streaming protocol. It supports any type of data from financial transactions to live streams in any current or future format, Miri said.

“While the Miri X510 is ideal for the connectivity needs of everything from public safety and emergency management to retail and hospitality, live-event streaming and remote production are two of the most demanding use cases because of their high bandwidth requirements and challenging remote venues," Miri Chief Technology Officer Ryan Brenneman said.

“Having the best production gear can be meaningless if you don't have a resilient and fast enough internet connection to bring your live creations to your audience,” he added. “We designed the X510 specifically with these challenges in mind, and during development have proven its abilities in locations ranging from Wi-Fi-congested convention centers to a high-profile live stream from a rural field to hundreds of thousands of social media viewers.”

See Miri Technologies at NAB Show New York, booth 753.

More information is available on the Miri Technologies and Speedify websites.

NEW YORK—The 2024 NAB Show New York has officially opened its doors at the Javits Convention Center with around 250 exhibitors, hundreds of new products on display, 20 new product launches, nearly 50 first-time exhibitors and an expansive schedule of conferences, panels and speakers.

“NAB Show New York is where broadcast, media and entertainment professionals come to explore the future products and trends impacting the industry,” Karen Chupka, executive vice president and managing director, Global Connections and Events, said. “With a strong lineup of exhibitors showcasing tools for content creation and distribution, this event helps with end-of-year buying and future business planning.”

Product demos and launches at the event, which takes place from Oct. 9-10, include:

• 1SourceVideo (Booth 621): Presenting products from newly partnered vendors including Inogeni, Kinefinity, Iodyne, Movmax, Vaxis, Irix Lenses, AAdyntech Lights and Bebob Batteries. They will also showcase the BlackMagic Pyxis camera with a new Exclusive 2 Irix lens bundle and Ozen tripods with BlackMagic Ursa Cameras with Fujinon lenses.
• AI-Media’s LEXI Voice Demo (Booth 1142): Get hands-on with AI-driven, real-time translation technology. LEXI Voice translates live broadcasts into multiple languages, instantly connecting content to global audiences. Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2 p.m.
• Appear AS, celebrating its 20th anniversary as a company (Booth 1244): High-capacity live production solutions focus on sustainability, flexibility and density with their latest VX software and APX solution suite product launches.
• CaptionHub Live Demo (Booth 452): Real-time, zero-latency AI live subtitling in 130 languages. Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2 p.m.
• DTV Innovation ATSC 3.0 Workflow (Booth 743): See a full demonstration of ATSC 3.0, showcasing workflows from encoding to transmission. Wednesday, Oct. 9, 11 a.m.
• Eon Media’s launch presentation of eonArchivesAI (Theater 3): Generate New Revenues From Your Archives With Fully In-House AI & Data Security will present key features, benefits and processes of the product. Wednesday, Oct. 9, 3:15-3:45 p.m.
• Fujifilm’s Photowalks and Camera Bar (Booth 421): Explore New York City while testing Fujifilm’s latest GFX System and X Series gear. Check out their award-winning lenses and take part in hands-on demonstrations. Photowalk participants should check in at the check-in desk at Fujifilm’s booth at the time of their scheduled photo walk.
• Moments Lab Plugin for Premiere Pro (Booth 1065): Discover how AI can speed up video editing by automating content discovery and clipping directly within Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Pixel Power’s Rebrand Launch (Booth 944): Check out the newly rebranded Pixel Power, now operating independently and unveiling new product offerings in graphics and playout.
• Rocosoft’s MouseJoy PTZ Control (Booth 542): Experience this newly launched mouse-driven joystick alternative, offering precise control for live production. Wednesday, October 9, 12:15 p.m.
• Telos Alliance (Booth 1308): Debuting their Media Solutions initiative in the US market. The Media Solutions initiative extends the company’s commitment to empowering tier one broadcast, sports and streaming organizations with Next Generation Audio technologies, transforming media experiences with immersive sound and deeper personalization.

A list of product launches can be found here and here.

Other highlights on the floor include:

• Have a professional photographer review your portfolio (Booth 347): International Center of Photography (ICP) faculty will be available for 20-minute portfolio reviews of printed photographs or digital images. Thursday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Slots are limited.
• Happy Hours: There will be five happy hours at various locations on the show floor, including one in each Theater. Oct. 9, 5-6 p.m.
• Meta Ray-Ban Glasses for Film (Booth 347): ICP alum and faculty member Alexey Yurenev will be demonstrating the new Meta Ray-Ban glasses filming people and presenting an AI Photo Manipulation Demonstration, representing them on a screen altered to match his photographic style. Wednesday and Thursday.
• NAB Leadership Foundation’s Career Fair: Early career job seekers meet with hiring managers from leading broadcast and media companies. Thursday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m, Room 3D08.

Conferences and programming include:

• NAB Marconi Radio Awards: Radio’s Biggest Night. Hosted by Bobby Bones, radio and TV personality, “The Bobby Bones Show.”
• Election Coverage Summit, partnered with RTDNA. Opening remarks by Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.).
• Local TV Strategies, partnered with TVNewsCheck.
• Radio + Podcasting Interactive Forum

Key speakers include:

• Loic Barbou, chief architect, Bloomberg Media
• Ray Chao, SVP & General Manager of Audio and Video, Vox Media
• Scott Ehrlich, chief innovation officer, Sinclair
• Jasmine Enberg, VP & principal analyst, social media and creator economy, EMarketer
• Golnar Fakhrai, cinematographer
• Sarah Flynn, chief marketing officer, 35V / Boardroom
• Matt Kramer, co-head, CAA Sports Media Group
• Claire Leibowicz, head of the AI and Media Integrity Program, The Partnership on AI (PAI)
• Lisa Lerer, national political correspondent, The New York Times
• Simon Lewis, photographer
• Jennifer Mitchell, president, stations and digital, CBS News and Stations
• Bill Ordower, EVP & CLO, National Women’s Soccer League
• Leah Reis-Dennis, VP of podcast content strategy and business development, Audacy
• Anjali Sud, CEO, Tubi

Educational sessions on the show floor:

• KEYNOTE: How Tubi is Surging in the Streaming Wars: CEO Anjali Sud, talks to Peter Kafka, Business Insider’s chief correspondent, about the TV/streaming landscape, and her company's role in changing the way people watch. Oct. 9, 10:15 a.m., Theater 1
• AI Takes the Field: The A-List Panel on the Future of Real-Time Sports Broadcasting: This panel will explore how AI will reshape how we watch sports on television and beyond. Oct. 10, 11:45 a.m., Theater 3
• Changing the Game—Evolving Broadcast Rights in Sports: Explore the evolving sports media rights and strategies to navigate the shifting landscape. Oct. 9, 11:45 a.m., Theater 3
• Beyond the Game: Working with Athletes to Build Media Businesses: Dive into the changing landscape of sports media and how athletes are turning their brands into smart media businesses. Oct. 9, 4:45 p.m., Theater 2
• It Takes a Team: How Talent Works Across the Team to Create Winning Shows: Meet podcast and radio talents as they discuss how they work across their production and marketing departments to create successful shows and promotions. Oct. 9, 10 a.m., 3D09
• Station Group Leaders on the State of the Industry: Four station group leaders assess the state of the industry, capitalizing on multimedia opportunities and assessing emerging revenue streams. Oct. 9, 10:30 a.m., 3D10
• The Creator Era: How Creators Are Redefining Media, Marketing and Commerce: This session will explore how the dollars are flowing into and around the creator economy, and what it means for the future of media, marketing, and commerce. Oct. 10, 11:45 a.m., Theater 2
• The Filmmaker’s Toolbox: Crafting Stories On and Off Screen: Learn how accessible tools can help storytellers elevate their craft, featuring Fujifilm. Oct. 9, 4:45 p.m., Theater 1
• Thriving Solo: Navigating the Path of the Modern Solopreneur: A session on how the creator economy is empowering independent entrepreneurs to build global brands. Oct. 9, 4:45 p.m., Theater 3

NOVI, Mich.—ENCO will debut its first closed-caption encoder during the 2024 NAB Show New York, Oct. 9-10, at the Jacob Javits Center in New York.

The homegrown DoCaption EN848 is now shipping and available separately or as part of ENCO’s enCaption system, giving customers an immediate on-prem or cloud option for fast, automated conversion and delivery of captions and translations, the company said.

The availability of the EN848 allows broadcasters to deploy the system over their IP network, with connectivity to enCaption for cloud-based captioning services such as those offered by ENCO partner VITAC.

The EN848’s dual connectivity options also allow broadcasters to deploy redundant captioning workflows with immediate failover from cloud to on-prem if the network temporarily goes dark.

The solution’s core function is to reliably insert closed captions from any downstream source in compliance with global captioning standards. The EN848 positions ENCO upstream with a truly native solution and pairs the speed and accuracy of enCaption’s automatic conversion with a reliable 1RU solution that maintains broadcasters’ compliance as captions go live to air, it said.

The EN848 conforms to a broad range of closed-captioning specifications, including the encoding and insertion of CEA-608/CEA-708 and Teletext/OP47 ancillary data for standardized and legacy communication protocols, ENCO said.

“While compliance and reliability remain the core function of the closed caption encoder, the EN848 was developed with bigger aspirations in mind,” ENCO President Ken Frommert said.” The EN848 was purpose-built to natively pair with enCaption, removing the need for a third-party device and offer broadcasters a single source of support.”.

See ENCO at 2024 NAB Show New York booth 907

More information is available on the company’s website.

More information on VITAC is available here.

NEW YORK—Brainstorm, a provider of real-time 3D graphics, virtual production, XR, and AR solutions, has announced it will release InfinitySet Lite.

InfinitySet Lite is the latest addition to Brainstorm’s InfinitySet product line, offering a streamlined interface and tool set while maintaining the same top-tier quality standards that have made InfinitySet a favorite in the broadcast and studio markets for virtual content creation.

Brainstorm will show the new solution, which is optimized for PTZ cameras, during NAB Show New York at booth 801 on Oct. 9 and 10. It will be available for purchase starting Oct. 20.

“With the increased use of PTZ cameras for virtual production, many of our clients requested a solution specific to such environments, that do not require the features, power or skill set that the highly complex fully tracked installations require,” David Moldes, Brainstorm’s product manager, said. “InfinitySet Lite is Brainstorm’s answer to this demand, offering the core capabilities of InfinitySet in an easy-to-use and more cost-effective solution.”

Brainstorm said InfinitySet Lite is designed to meet the demands of a broad range of virtual production setups—from simple to complex—and delivers exceptional performance and flexibility. By providing a more cost-effective option, Brainstorm said, it aims to make high-quality virtual production accessible to more creators without compromising on performance or visual quality.

The solution can be used to create a virtual production with a variety of workflows and setups. Some are extremely complex, involving several renders and tracking devices, and others are significantly simpler, using PTZ cameras to deliver the tracking information.

InfinitySet Lite has been developed to work seamlessly with PTZ cameras, providing all the tools required to create outstanding virtual content, but removing the complex setup and calibration of standard tracking installations such as pedestals or cranes. InfinitySet Lite starts with the basic features that allow any content creator to fulfill their virtual production needs using PTZ cameras, but it can be expanded with options and eventually become a fully configured InfinitySet, the company explained.

InfinitySet Lite works out of the box in SDI or 2110 environments, and it is fully compatible with Unreal Engine, allowing users to leverage the power of Unreal’s real-time rendering alongside Brainstorm’s advanced features., the company reported.

The product includes Brainstorm’s advanced Differential Chroma Keyer, but can also use other hardware keyers if the client prefers. Its operation has been limited to output 2K resolutions, simplifying the hardware required to run the system and reducing operation costs, while maintaining the raw power of InfinitySet for rendering hyperrealistic scenes.

InfinitySet Lite can be controlled remotely by InfinitySet OnDemand and can run along with InfinitySet in larger or more complex installations that include several workstations or renders per camera.

MUNICH—Rohde & Schwarz will feature its Remote Transmitter Monitoring Service (RMTX) and the R&S TE1 extra-high-power liquid-cooled transmitter during the 2024 NAB Show New York, Oct. 9-10, at the Javits Center in New York City.

The R&S TE1, a native ATSC 3.0 design, addresses many of the challenges broadcasters face, such as high energy consumption and environmental impact and the complex maintenance requirements of traditional transmitters. The transmitter leverages modern design techniques to provide greater efficiency and its liquid cooling system eliminates the need for power-intensive air conditioning, significantly reducing the carbon footprint, the company said.

"We value the opportunity to connect with broadcast network operators at NAB Show New York 2024," said Erik Balladares, vice president of broadcast and media at Rohde & Schwarz USA. "Our customers have been eagerly awaiting this innovative transmitter and our remote monitoring service, and we are confident that our solutions will meet their needs for a more sustainable and efficient broadcasting operation."

Key features include the company’s Remote Transmitter Monitoring service (RMTX), which provides U.S. broadcasters with a solution to the scarcity of specialized RF engineers, and an intelligent management software for automatic optimal setup and maximum efficiency, the company said.

“The R&S TE1 is a product designed specifically for the North American Broadcast market. It is our future transmitter platform aimed at solving the problems broadcasters are facing today and in the future. It significantly reduces the environmental impact and cost of high-power transmission and is designed with advanced intelligence to monitor its own health and notify the user when maintenance may be required,” said Steven Edwards, vice president of broadcast distribution at Rohde & Schwarz.

See Rohde & Schwarz at 2024 NAB Show New York booth 1207.

More information is available on the company’s website.