AJA Video Systems has released a new firmware version for its Ki Pro Mini digital recorder that enables the RED Epic, RED One, and certain Canon XF cameras to pass metadata directly to Ki Pro Mini via a single SDI cable. The update significantly streamlines the workflow between Ki Pro Mini and RED’s or Canon’s high-resolution imagery on set and in post.

Outside broadcast and satellite uplink specialist, SIS LIVE will be presenting some exciting new developments to their product range at the 2011 IBC exhibition in Amsterdam. These enhancements see their uPak units made available in a Ka, Ku and X band parabolic style antenna and the RouteCase system offered with an optional multi-channel SDI audio embedder / de-embedder. SIS LIVE will also be exhibiting the ground breaking Tr-uPod for the first time in Europe.

Pioneering the TAPELESS 2.0 concept, VSN will be presenting important new features for its broadcast software solutions for tapeless digital environments at the forthcoming IBC Show. Located in booth N7G33, the company will exhibit new versions of its products covering News Production, MCR Automation and Broadcast Management areas.

DK-Technologies is shinning a spotlight on Audio Loudness at this year’s IBC Convention by hosting a special seminar, in conjunction with IBC, entitled Audio Loudness: Get it Right From The Start.

Oxygen DCT is consolidating its position as a major supplier of monitors to UK’s top production companies and rental houses by launching the Evolution P3 series - a powerful new range of monitors that set the standard in terms of 'next generation' features, functions and picture quality.

DPA Microphones has appointed newly-formed distributor UniAudio Asia for its products in the south-east Asian market. The Singapore-based distributor has signed an agreement that covers Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia.

RTW, a leading manufacturer and distributor of professional audio metering and control devices, is pleased to announce that Suite, a post-production house located on Newman Street in London’s West End, is using the TouchMonitor TM9 to meet new program delivery requirements for Sky Television, which include the EBU R128 loudness standard. Having previously tested the TM9 and its loudness monitoring capability, the facility purchased the device knowing it could meet that loudness requirement.

With a credit list that reads like a Halliwell’s Guide to the latest movies, Casey Stone is undoubtedly in demand as a film score mixer. Among the projects he has recently completed are The Hangover, The Hangover Part II, Unknown, Dear John, The Losers, Death at a Funeral and Date Night.

Miranda Technologies has been awarded a contract by The Switch, the video and fiber switching services business, to supply 3G video routing switchers and centralized control solutions for a 50 city fiber transmission expansion project.

Harris Broadcast Communications has announced two strategic additions to its key accounts sales and solutions architecture teams in its Nordic and Central Europe region. Andreas Kotulek joins Harris’ sales team having previously worked with Avid Technology Germany, and Alexander Clausnitzer is a valuable addition to its software solutions architecture team. Clausnitzer brings to Harris a very strong IT background, which will be an asset to working on IT-based projects in the software space.

With 64 dynamic ports, the new DVICenter DP64 matrix switch from KVM manufacturer, Guntermann & Drunck is a completely flexible solution that’s ready to be tailored to individual needs. As with all G&D KVM systems, the DP64 can be combined and cascaded, allowing it to fit and expand in the future to any sized installation through an infinite number of versatile modules. That’s why it is the ideal choice for any application that’s looking to grow without having to constantly reinvest in new systems.

Users of the revolutionary miniHUB™ optical distribution system have now another trick up their sleeve with the addition of auto selection on the optical and electrical inputs to route signals to their desired destination.

Chilefilms just recently installed a comprehensive MediorNet fiber backbone from Riedel Communications. Riedel, renowned for real-time networks for video, audio and communications delivered a system that combines the various studios, the director room and the post production of the Chilefilms studio complex into one single integrated network.

Chris Marchitelli has joined Litepanels, a Vitec Group brand, as VP of Global Marketing. Litepanels is known for pioneering high performance LED lighting fixtures for professional broadcast, motion picture production and still photography.

Marcus Renk, appointed by Lawo in early July, has joined Lawo’s sales team to cover Germany and Austria, using his long-term experience and commitment.