Product Overview. Control it all. Broadcast Automation and Media Asset Management

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1 Product Overview Control it all Broadcast Automation and Media Asset Management

2 We believe media should be free to be managed on any hardware platform. We believe media should be ingestible, editable, and distributable from anywhere and everywhere. We believe media should be instantly adaptable to the infinite number of outlets that exist in the modern world. We believe media should be free to meet all the changes the future will bring. We believe the purpose of technology is to further freedom and render limits obsolete. WE BELIEVE IN TECHNOLOGY BUILT TO WITHSTAND DISRUPTION AND ADAPT TO CHANGE. If you think change is the enemy, you will end up fighting it. This is a tragic miscalculation. Because if there anything certain in human history it is that change eventually wins. FORK Is The Outcome Of Our Beliefs.

3 FREEDOM OF MEDIA If You Can Access A Computer, You Can Access FORK And Control All Your Media Assets. Table of Contents: List of Applications...4 FORK Suite Software Overview...5 FORK Ingest and Content Navigator...6 FORK Editor and Live Assist...7 Archiving...8 Master Control Playout...9 Workflow Automation Diagram...10 Mobile2Air Introduction...11 Mobile2Air Key Features...13 Mobile2Air Solution...14 Mobile2Air Screen shots display...15 ControlStation...16 Mobile2Air Workflow diagram...18 Services...19 For more information about Primestream products and solutions, visit us at: primestream.com USA

4 GREAT CONTROL REQUIRES GREAT FLEXIBILITY. Our solutions are cutting-edge set of tools that provides complete media automation for news and sports production workflow. Broadcasters of today need to deliver more complex programming with shorter deadlines in a rapidly evolving environment. Media is arriving in an increasing number of formats and there is an expanding number of distribution channels to fill. Complete Possibilities FORK is designed for unlimited expansion. Period. FORK Suite of Applications Ingest Content Navigator Editor Live Assist Playout Archive Add-on Applications Mobile2Air ControlStation Highlights Services Workflow Design Global Support Education & Training Client-server architecture. Centralized media storage. Standards-based QuickTime and MXF support, Including Sony XDCAM and Panasonic AVC-Intra codecs. Media-agnostic, including Sony SxS, Panasonic P2, and tape. Advanced craft editing integration with Apple Final Cut And Adobe Premiere Pro. Editorial freedom with systems administration control. 4

5 Hardware-independent Media Asset Management for the 21st century. COMPLETE MEDIA AUTOMATION If you can access a computer, you can access FORK. And if you re in FORK, you can control your entire operation. You can ingest, manage your media, edit, playout, and archive media all from within the Fork environment. The FORK Modules: FORK Production Suite Ingest Editor Content Navigator Live Assist Archive FORK Production Suite is the core of B4M s production automation platform. The software not only serves as world class Media Asset Management platform, complete with fast, multi-field search, proxy generation and tracking, extendable metadata and clip markers, but also as a unique and powerful facility management system that controls nearly all major broadcast video hardware. Only FORK Production Suite lets you control it all. FORK Playout Suite Master Control Playout FORK Playout Server takes Master Control Automation to the next level, with unlimited and extendable metadata tracking, extensive CG and GFX Integration, and sophisticated redundancy options. FORK Playout Server effortlessly scales to support multiple stations and uses our extensive facility management controls to manage shared and independent resources across installations. 5

6 FORK Production Suite Ingest Acquire & Identify Multiple Channels from Live feeds FORK Clip Ingest automates the capture of standard and high definition content. By using a storage area network to centralize media, all users have simultaneous read and write access to a scalable and redundant storage system. Ingest multiple channels from live feeds, file based or tape sources on an interactive or pre-scheduled basis. Assign descriptive metadata so incoming content can be searched and found later. Include timecoded markers to assist in preparing content for editing. Full VTR deck control and support for a wide variety of acquisition formats means broadcasters can use FORK for their entire production needs. Content Navigator Complete Media Asset Management FORK Content Navigator provides media asset management through the use of a database of searchable metadata that is created interactively and automatically. Find and filter media assets with keyword searches. Organize content into folder bins. Automatically populate smart bins based on any metadata property. View clips, create sub-clips, and add descriptive metadata. Automate transcoding, archiving / restoring, and publishing operations through use of Send to actions. Enter timecoded text markers while content is still being ingested to edit during news conferences, sports events, and live productions. Transfer rough cuts and markers instantly to Final Cut. 6

7 FORK Production Suite FORK instant proxies allows cuts-only editing, audio control and voiceover recording as media is ingesting Editor FORK Editor free producers to create packages completely within the FORK Production Suite. Edit over local or remote connections via QuickTime proxy files that are optimized for high quality and small file size. Advanced craft editing integration with Apple Final Cut on Mac and with Adobe Premiere Pro. See FORK timeline, bins, metadata, and markers in Final Cut. Edit in Final Cut even while material is still being captured. Complete distribution capabilities for control-room playback Live Assist FORK Live Assist integrates with existing control rooms, enabling operators to easily push content directly to air or live presentation. Control from keyboards, USB control surfaces, or GPI-enabled production switchers. Never go to black with options that include loop, sync roll, hold on last frame, and play-through. Import rundowns of entire shows from newsroom control systems, and update and manage them from both the newsroom and FORK. Fully integrated with Avid inews, AP ENPS, and other newsroom control systems. Use multiple playout channels to push content to studio monitors for a rich production look. 7

8 FORK Production Suite Archive Complete archiving capabilities Filtered, sorted, managed and restored by any metadata field Videotape has a limited lifespan. FORK Archive accelerates the process of digitizing and archiving your video libraries. Utilizing our unique patent pending process, FORK Automated Timecode Scanner (ATS) checks tapes for timecode breaks, accurate to within one frame of video. When the ATS finds a suspected break, FORK alerts the user but doesn t interrupt the ingest. Instead, it takes in the whole tape, and creates subclips. FORK Archive manages the long term storage of all footage ingested and produced throughout the production process, simplifying the safe backup and archiving of massive amounts of data. Leverages solutions from leaders such as Atempo, Archiware and Front Porch Digital. Simplifies media management through metadata and clip formatting. Leverage various formats securely and intelligently. Drop folders automate media and library archiving. 8

9 FORK Playout Suite Scheduled live-to-air module for fully unattended Master control operation Playout Automated Master Control Playout is at the heart of FORK Playout Suite, handling critical functions for live-to-air broadcasting. Our light weight client gives full Playlist control even to remote sites via VPN and 3G, allow users to control their stations and stations groups from anywhere. FORK Playout Server s robust and sophisticated automation allows for unprecedented levels of control over even the most complicated signal paths. If you can air it, you can automate it, with FORK Playout Suite. Schedule programming sequences for unattended master control operation. Integrate with existing traffic systems, master control switcher, routers, and graphics systems. Create complex, dynamic, on-air looks by FORK s integration of asset metadata with onair graphics systems. 9

10 Complete Workflow Automation New Media - IPTV Environment Mobile2Air Field Reporter Media Data Center Waveform Broadcast Uplink Monitor Tower Media Delivery Center Switcher / Router FORK Ingest 01 FORK Ingest 02 FORK Ingest 03 FORK Ingest 04 FORK Ingest 05 FORK Ingest 06 FORK Ingest 07 FORK Ingest 08 FORK Ingest 09 FORK Ingest 10 HD-SD INPUTS FORK Ingest 11 Ingest & Logging Stations FORK Live Assist Playout RS-422/232/485 Control FORK Ingest Environment Studio Downlink VTRs FORK Live Assist 01 Login & User Video Upload Directly to Air Sign Up Over the 3G Network or WiFi FORK Live Assist 02 Transmission Live FW Drive Upload INTERNET E2P & FTP Server/ VPN HD-SD FORK Playout 02 Outputs Live Assist & Master Control Playout Mobile2Air Gateway Live / VOD Multichannel IPTV Encoder Storage Environment Public Network Mobile Laptop Social FTP Upload FORK Playout 01 Tablet IPTV IPTV INTERNET Metadata Network Metadata Entry & Archiving - FORK Browsing FORK Production Main FORK Production Backup Render Farm Unit 01 FORK Proxy Server Fiber Channel Network Transcode Manager Render Farm Unit 02 Low Resolution Proxy (FORK Content Navigator) NRCS NewsRoom Stations FORK Production - Content Navigator & Editor Metadata Controller Backup Metadata Controller MD video MD video2 Production (Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere Pro -> FORK Content Navigator + FORK Editor) Archiving, ENPS, inews browsing MDC File Server (PC) Video Volume Directory Services & File Server Edit Volume Archive Software Sever Video 2 Volume Directory Services Backup & File Server News Gateway Tape Library FORK s Media Player Pro application can also serve as a VDCP control bridge for leading manufactures which include: APPLE AJA AVID GRASS VALLEY HARRIS OMNEON SONY QUANTEL SWITCHER INTEGRATION GFX CONTROL FORK s VTR and VDCP emulation capabilities, along with it s robust support for GPI based events allows Live Assist to be directly controlled from most major switcher products. FORK s Graphics Server supports a wide array of CGs and protocols, including CII, and can drive GFX products from Vizrt to Chyron to Miranda Imagestores. Support for new platforms is possible on a per project basis. ROUTER CONTROL FORK s Production and Device Server applications support a wide variety of industry standard, and not-so-standard router control protocols. FORK s unique PathFinding features even support setting routes across multiple routers via ties lines. Our sophisticated facility management technology and broad device support make FORK the perfect platform for managing complex signal paths. 10 VTR FORK supports control and emulation of standard Sony Serial controlled decks. We often utilize the MOXA Ethernet to serial bridge to provide connectivity to devices across the facility via CAT5/6.

11 Professional Video Contribution For Apple s iphone 4 and 3Gs 11

12 Video Contribution From Anywhere To Everywhere. Broadcast coverage is a demanding environment where success depends heavily both on technology and the end user. Primestream s Mobile2Air application is designed for reporters and video contributors to record and upload broadcast quality content to a centralized facility using an Apple iphone 4 and 3GS. Mobile2Air enables video recording and uploading, complete with metadata ready for air to any broadcast facility equipped with Primestream s FORK Production Suite. Automatically embedded metadata permits easy content cataloguing and location mapping. As a highly cost-effective solution compared to traditional satellite and microwave uplinks, Mobile2Air saves thousands of dollars by leveraging inexpensive existing cellular data 3G networks and Wi-Fi connections. Mobile2Air offers remote convenience and comprehensive data security for users and content. Mobile2Air features Primestream s tight integration with Apple Final Cut coupled with FORK s proven master control playout automation. It provides the ability to present content with integrated streaming, mobile video, IPTV transcoding and delivery. Mobile2Air transforms the iphone 3GS into a professional mobile video news and information content creation and transmission platform. M2A+FORK Each Application can be custom branded for each client s needs. Users sign up in this menu Registered Users are assigned a unique username and password Active users can select Auto-Login for an easy login Using Send to Final Cut or Adobe Premiere Pro users send the broadcastready video with metadata, directly for a craft edit. Once complete and graphics are added, the package is sent to FORK and straight to air. 12

13 M2A Key Features Mobile2Air maximizes the built-in video capabilities of the iphone to provide the best possible native video quality. Mobile2Air can seamlessly use 3G and Wi-Fi connections for footage uploading, making faster than real-time transmission of content possible directly from remote locations. The solution employs powerful security features to protect content transmission from field to broadcast. An SSL connection between the Mobile2Air client and server along with unique iphone unit identification protocols add secure methods for authentication as well as two-way data communication. Mobile2Air users enter metadata such as video title, subject and location before transmitting content. Metadata such as the username and satellite coordinate-accurate recording location are also automatically captured and available in the FORK Automation Environment upon receipt and ingest. The Mobile2Air iphone client is easily installed by the end user via the standard itunes Application available for Mac and PC. This helps facilitate remote bureau setup while saving on training and administrator costs. Products Features: Automatic resume on uploads Packet loss recovery Video segmentation Metadata driven media via embedded XML Easy browsing, searching and editing Automatic transcode to any format FORK Live Assist integration Saves thousands on satellite and microwave costs by using 3G or Wi-Fi Total privacy, content control and file encryption Unique Device Identification (UDID) Conditional Access Control 4:20pm Clip is uploaded 4:21pm Video is received at the Command & Control Center View, edit and add metadata 4:22pm Clip is on air using FORK Live Assist 13

14 Mobile2Air Solution MODULES INCLUDED Content Navigator (MAM) File based Ingest File Received Monitor Live Assist Editor Render Farm Unit Low resolution Proxy on the fly THE MOBILE2AIR SOLUTION Mobile2Air consists of 3 primary components: The iphone client application, the server-based Command and Control Web application and the Primestream iphone gateway. These component function together with optimise integration permitting the entire process from location shooting to broadcast to occur in as little as 3 minutes. Upon login, the reporters location is sent to the Mobile2Air Command and Control Center. Each video contains location metadata to provide administrators the ability to search and organize clips. In this web based application, operators can communicate and view video recorded by reporters or video contributors. SMARTPHONE APPLICATION The Mobile2Air iphone application is an intuitive, self-contained video capture and broadcast environment. Users shoot video directly with the iphone s built-in camera or choose existing clips from the app s Video Library. Next, they add metadata and publish video directly to previously designated servers. The application provides upload status details while permitting simultaneous messaging with receiving personnel. COMMAND AND CONTROL WEB APPLICATION FORK s Command and Control Web Application map interface allows an operator to monitor all remote users and content being uploaded to the system. The interface has an embedded chat utility, facilitating task distribution and user status reports. Click to view videos by the location where it was recorded Chat with reporters or video contributors FORK Content Navigator (MAM) PRIMESTREAM SMARTPHONE GATEWAY Mobile2Air seamlessly integrates with the FORK Automation Environment through the Primestream smartphone gateway, allowing for instant editor and playout access to received media. As incoming video arrives to the FORK server, Edit2Playout automatically converts it to the house codec, placing it on shared server space while maintaining all the original metadata and aspect ratio. 14

15 Record Capture Source & Quality Click the Camera button to initiate a new transfer session Rotate phone into landscape mode Focus on object by pressing once on the screen Choose the source and the Quality of Video required Press Record button to begin the capture Press Stop to end the Capture Metadata Chat Library Once record session is complete you will be presented with the Review screen, continue the transfer by clicking the: Add Metadata and Upload In the metadata section you can enter: Title, Subject and Description In the Server section you can choose the destination the media will be sent to Return to the Review Screen and click Upload Field reporters, producers and editors can communicate inside Mobile2Air while sending and receiving content Users can: Send notes to the editor Producers can issue new assignments Click on the Library Icon to Explore uploaded Content Click on a Media Item to view metadata,watch the Media, link to Media or add it to your favorites 15

16 Your Mobile Assigment Desk M ControlStation With new ControlStation for ipad and ipad2, you can take your newsroom assignment desk anywhere issue assignments, review content, chat, contribute video(ipad2 only) and locate reporters using Mobile2Air A powerful video contribution application for iphone 4 and 3Gs. With Mobile2Air and ControlStation, reporting HD video to the FORK platform has never been so fast and easy. CONTROL IT ALL. 16

17 Videos User can access the videos and pictures that have been uploaded by each user of Mobile2Air User can zoom to a selected video by clicking the crosshatch User can show selected video on the map by clicking the checkbox Videos User can select a Video and see: Metadata GPS location of Video The video streamed to the ipad Chat User can chat with online users Messages will persist Task User will be presented with all current Tasks as assigned to each user and will be able to Add, Edit or Delete a Task Inside the Task Entry the user can set: Title/Description/Notes/Due Date Attach an address marker that will be able to be read by Mobile2Air application Attach Videos, Photos and URLs that is viewable by Mobile2Air application 17

18 From Anywhere To Everywhere TM COMPLETE MOBILE2AIR WORKFLOW AUTOMATION SOLUTION With its intuitive user interface and highly cost-effective solution, Mobile2Air offers a versatile, efficient system to quickly deploy and transmit video content nearly anywhere in the world. Solutions by Workflow Broadcast and MobileTV field reporting and video contribution Damage Assessments and Surveillance Telemedicine remote review and assisting tools for global collaboration Insurance Appraisals Internet/Social Networking Communities Solutions by Industry Broadcast Corporate Education Government Military Production Companies Post Production Facilities 18

19 Services Education Global Support Education is key to any operation s success, it is for this reason, our education is developed to train and certify end users and system administrators not only how to use the FORK software, but also how to use it based on the operation s workflow. We offer 2 types of training, Onsite and Online. Onsite training is tailored to provide the user a real world training, in their real world. Onsite training is a highly customizable, modular approach to allow users to train at their own pace. Workflow Design Our Team of highly experience sales and engineering works closely with the customer to develop and carefully plan each project s workflow. To us, a deployment is more than just an installation. We continues to expand our support resources, regional and global, to ensure that customer needs are always met. Direct access from our support team to the exact copies of the software and underlying software libraries used by our customer. Guaranteeing the most effective support. Our support team can have direct access to the systems of our customer using remote support software, to solve problems directly, assist users and if necessary, take over the control of the system. The customer will be able to monitor and follow this progress. Updates of the software packages and of the underlying extensive software libraries of our product line are included in the Support Contract upon request. Customers with support contracts have access to our online support system and knowledge base. We are committed to excellence, offering skilled services and support to our customers and partners providing important advantages. Terms and services varies per customer s contract. About Us Primestream, offers complete facility automation and Media Asset Management products and services based on it s proven FORK platform. From Ingest, MAM, Editing, Touchscreen Logging, Smartphone video contribution, Master Control and Control Room playout, FORK allows you to control it all. By automating processes and controlling hardware, FORK frees your staff to do what humans do best create. Selected by leading news, sports, entertainment and emergency broadcast operations worldwide FORK software suite has been proven and is in use at over 300 broadcast operations in 40 countries. 19

20 For more information about Primestream products and solutions, visit us at: primestream.com USA Primestream Corporation. All trademarks remain property of their respective holders, and are used only to directly describe the products being provided. Their use in no way indicates any relationship between Primestream Corporation and the holders of said trademarks.