NewTek unveils CaptureCast™, world’s first NDI®-native, fully automated, lecture capture solution

The turnkey micro-broadcast solution captures, streams, enriches and shares video, to empower and engage.

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NewTek, the leader in IP-based video technology and part of the Vizrt Group, announces today the latest in its innovative portfolio, CaptureCast; a ground-breaking multi-input, multi-room recording and live streaming technology to drive active participation, engagement, and experience for remote and hybrid learning.

The IP-based lecture capture and micro-broadcasting system will connect teachers in any room across campus to their students tuning in from anywhere in the world – powered by NDI®, the globally standardized video-over-IP technology. Easy to implement and fully autonomous, CaptureCast doesn’t require a dedicated operator leaving teachers more time, attention, and energy for their students.

 

“Video is embedded in every area of society and in today’s world anyone can get on camera and connect to an audience. Micro-broadcasting has become a ‘must have’ in education to meet the growing need of servicing distance learners, and outfitting rooms for flex/hybrid instructions to deliver an enhanced experience for remote students.”

William Waters, Head of Product Management, NewTek

Connect, globally.

CaptureCast is the first solution on the market to harness the power of NDI® by connecting camera apps on mobile, software screen capture, and thousands of compatible devices like PTZ cameras. Using NDI, CaptureCast also incorporates direct connection with video communication applications including Microsoft® Teams, Zoom, among others.

Record, automatically.

Schools are challenged with delivering high quality, impactful videos to keep remote learners engaged and provide accessible class materials and the means to replay missed sessions if needed. CaptureCast allows remote learners to access content in real-time and rewatch and review on-demand.

The innovative automation inside CaptureCast records any live devices such as cameras, mics, tablets, document cameras, and nearly any digital teaching device offering HD video out, enabling remote learners to interact with video content more dynamically.

Stream, seamlessly.

Furthermore, CaptureCast takes any live capture and instantaneously replicates it across education and streaming platforms to empower remote learners to switch between viewpoints, cameras, or screens to completely personalize, and take control of their learning experience.

Enrich, education.

All student’s learning gaps are unique, and video must be curated around unique learning needs. CaptureCast ensures every single session is enriched with metadata; tagging keywords, pulling data from slide decks, and spoken word which is made available to learners to better access the content and jump straight to what they are looking for.

Automate video.

Every teacher, course, and classroom can have varying issues operating classroom recording and live streaming on an ongoing basis. To solve this challenge, CaptureCast automates the entire record-stream-enrichment process. It moves between different set-ups for any given class, to a pre-programmed schedule or timetable, and intelligently maps the captured content to common learning or content management systems – all without any input from teaching or IT staff. Each set-up can be customized to any style of lecture, speaker, or for totally exceptional and out-of-the-box learning experiences.

 

“Quality, easy to use video tools are a necessity for educational institutions to engage the needs of all students, whether in the classroom or at home. Expanding our solutions into this market is incredibly exciting and a testament to the success and growth of NewTek over the past few years, due, in no small part to its strong channel partner program. The introduction of CaptureCast provides opportunities for our existing partners, as well as new partners across the education ecosystem.”

Barbara Spicek, President and GM of NewTek.

 

For more information, please visit https://www.newtek.com/capturecast/

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Hughes Successfully Tests 5G Satellite Backhaul, Verifies Interoperability

Hughes JUPITER System Ground Platform is 5G Ready for Mobile Network Operators Today

Hughes Network Systems, LLC an innovator in satellite and multi-transport technologies and networks for 50 years, today announced the successful testing of 5G satellite backhaul with the company’s JUPITER™ System ground platform. Over a series of tests at its Germantown, MD, gateway, Hughes engineers connected 5G smartphones to the internet with JUPITER System infrastructure – including a very small aperture terminal (VSAT), gateway and high throughput satellite. The tests validated the compatibility of the Hughes technology with a 5G open radio access network (O-RAN) system, representative of any 3GPP standards-based, standalone 5G deployment.

“These interoperability tests confirm the suitability and ease of employing the JUPITER System for 5G cellular backhaul,” said Bhanu Durvasula, vice president, international division at Hughes. “We’ve built our ground platform to be future-proof, so customers have a roadmap to transition from LTE traffic today to 5G tomorrow, with the ease of a software update.”

Around the world, mobile network operators currently employ JUPITER System equipment to power thousands of backhaul sites for 2G, 3G and LTE traffic – now with a clear path to 5G.

“In our ever-connected world, satellite plays an essential role in helping mobile network operators serve customers everywhere, even in places where terrestrial solutions are not feasible,” continued Durvasula. “Satellite provides resiliency for terrestrial networks during peak hours and emergencies and, as part of the 5G network of networks, will also fill the gaps in terrestrial systems.”

The tests were conducted across the deployable, standards-based 5G Open RAN-compliant system from COMSovereign (NASDAQ: COMS), a U.S.-based developer of 4G LTE advanced and 5G communication systems and solutions. The same system is in use by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (“NIST”) for evaluation and demonstration of 5G systems.

“We look forward to potential opportunities to work with Hughes and to assist the entire satellite communications industry in harnessing state-of-the-art 5G and beyond technology,” said Dr. Dustin McIntire, CTO of COMSovereign. “Satellite and mobile operators can deploy our 5G solution on their existing hardware without disrupting their architectures, along with excellent quality of experience and maximum utilization of available bandwidth.”

In use on more than 75 satellites worldwide, the JUPITER System is the most widely used ground platform, setting the de facto standard for conventional and high-throughput implementations such as satellite internet, enterprise networking, community Wi-Fi hotspots and cellular backhaul.

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C-COM RECEIVES SIGNIFICANT ANTENNA ORDERS FROM HUGHES

C-COM Satellite Systems Inc., a leading global provider of commercial grade mobile auto-deploying satellite antenna systems, announced today, that it received multiple antenna system orders from Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES), an innovator in satellite and multi-transport technologies and networks for 50 years. The antennas, manufactured by C-COM, are designed and approved to integrate seamlessly with the Hughes JUPITER™ System, the most widely used satellite ground system in the world and the de facto industry standard for satellite broadband implementations.

This multi-unit order for the C-COM manufactured iNetVu® 98G Ka-band Vehicle Mount antenna and the iNetVu® MP-100-MOT Manpack antenna has recently been delivered to a Hughes customer in Africa.

 

 C-COM iNetVu® 98G Vehicle Mount Antenna

 

The 3-axis, fully motorized Ka-98G auto-pointing antenna system, designed to be mounted on the roof of vehicles or transportable structures, is one of C-COM’s best-selling Ka-band manufactured products. These antennas have been integrated to work seamlessly with the Hughes JUPITER System (HT2500) modems. This fully automatic antenna can be transported on a vehicle or a trailer to any location where no connectivity exists and with a press of a button the antenna can locate the desired satellite and deliver Broadband Internet connectivity.

C-COM iNetVu® MP-100-MOT Manpack Antenna

The iNetVu® MP-100-MOT Manpack antenna is a fully motorized auto-acquire 100 cm carbon fibre antenna that can be carried by one person and can be deployed within minutes without any tools. It can automatically connect to any satellite within seconds, with just the press of a button, and has also been integrated to work with the Hughes HT2500 modem.

“This significant order from Hughes, a global leader in satellite communications, is a testimony to the quality, reliability and the worldwide acceptance of the iNetVu® series of antennas,” said Leslie Klein, President, and CEO of C-COM.  “The ability for C-COM to rapidly deliver a large number of antennas, despite worldwide supply chain issues, is validated by large orders like these,” Klein continued.

“The C-COM antennas approved for operation on the Hughes JUPITER System augment our own antennas in meeting our customers’ needs for on-the-move and on-the-pause satcom solutions,” said Francis Selvadoss, Vice President, International Division, Hughes. “This latest order of antennas will enable on-demand connectivity for public security and news gathering applications for our customers in Africa.”

 

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EN50115 and E MARK certified fanless PC for machine vision applications from Advantech

Aicox presents the EN50115 and E MARK certified fanless PC for Advantech machine vision applications

 

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Aicox presents the Advantech TS-207 model, this PC with IP65 degree of protection that is designed for use in artificial vision applications in vehicles and railways, complies with the EN50155 railway regulations and is E MARK certified for use in vehicles.

Main features:

  • 11th Generation Intel® Core™ Processors TigerLake U-series SoC.
  • Economic version available with Celeron processor.
  • Fanless operation at a temperature of -40~70°C (i5) or 0~60°C (Celeron).
  • 12Vdc and 24Vdc power supply.
  • Smart on/off.
  • 4 x PoE GbE to support IP cameras with IP65 latching M12 connectors.
  • Support for Windows 10 and Linux Ubuntu 20.
  • Embedded Advantech DeviceOn software for easy remote management.
  • Accessories for mounting on DIN rail or wall.

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Ultra Launches New Portable SATCOM Terminal Certified for the Inmarsat Global Xpress Network

New GigaSat ULV-950mp represents a leap forward in manpack satellite terminals

 

The Global Xpress network is the world’s first and only, globally available, seamless mobile wideband service. In U.S. government operation since July 2014, Global Xpress has established itself as the gold standard for reliable communications across land, air and sea for assured mobile connectivity and interoperability with government satellite systems.

The new Ultra GigaSat ULV-950mp terminal is a leader in size, weight, power and enhanced performance requirements. The terminal’s robust (MIL-STD-810G certified), compact and ultra-light design allow troops to establish a communications capability in the field of operation, facilitating mission-critical communications between soldiers in the field and command and control.

The Ultra GigaSat ULV-950mp terminal allows a single individual to set up and operate the terminal with no tools or special equipment required. Featuring an auto-assist display, the terminal can be up and running in less than five minutes, making it ideal for high-pressure and harsh environments. In addition to the built-in iDirect 950mp modem, the solution includes additional external RF ports, making it modem agnostic for maximum deployment flexibility. Its Tri-band (Ka, Ku and X-band) capability allows terminal operators to change frequency bands in the field, maximising modularity mission performance.

Trevor Vizard, Deputy Global Sales Director for Ultra’s SATCOM solutions, commented, “The Ultra GigaSat ULV-950mp satellite terminal is the most compact and powerful multi-certified, multi-bearer, multi-frequency solution we’ve launched to date and certification for Inmarsat’s Global Xpress network is a strategically important milestone for Ultra’s SATCOM GigaSat solutions. The addition of the Inmarsat GX network provides flexibility and delivers the world’s most advanced mobile satellite communication services for our global customer base.

”Matt Wissler, Chief Technical Officer, Inmarsat Government commented, “We are pleased to add the Ultra GigaSat ULV-950mp satellite terminal to our rich portfolio of highly reliable user terminals for Global Xpress. With ULV-950mp, land expeditionary users now have access to Inmarsat’s always-on, secure wideband connectivity anywhere they need to operate.”

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News RF & Microwave Solutions

ANAPICO

New product: APMSYN22

AnaPico Switzerland recently introduced a new compact size broadband frequency synthesizer for accurate and stable signal generation in CW and pulse form, covering a frequency range from 100 kHz to 22 GHz, with a fast switching time of approximately 5 µs, the output power from -40 to 25 dBm. The phase noise at 1 GHz and 20 kHz offset is -132 dBc/Hz. Multiple units can be connected for phase-coherent channels.
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Phase Noise Measurement at 1 THz Using Cross-Correlated Down-Conversion

The increase in operating frequencies for radar and communications is driving the test and measurement industry to offer solutions to characterize phase noise in these higher bands. The development of test systems at mmWave and higher frequencies is important for research and will become essential for production testing. This article shows a highly flexible and cost-effective solution for measuring phase noise, demonstrating a practical approach that can be used in the sub-THz range.

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Ultra low noise microwave signal generator from 8 kHz to 12.75, 20, 26 and 40 GHz

The APULN is a fast switching, ultra-low noise microwave signal generator that covers a continuous frequency range from 100 kHz (8 kHz with option) to 12.75, 20 GHz, 26 or 40 GHz, respectively, with a resolution less than 0.001 Hz resolution.

The APULN provides a precisely leveled output power range and high spurious suppression. Advanced frequency synthesis combines the highest switching speed with ultra-low SSB phase noise and fine frequency resolution and resolving power.

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ATLANTIC MICROWAVE

Atlantic Microwave Launches New Miniature Signal Generator

Atlantic Microwave, leaders in Satcom RF test equipment, have released the new miniature signal generator for frequencies from 25 – 15000MHz in the L, S and C band.

The miniature ethernet controlled signal generator provides versatile and economical solutions where there is a need for microwave frequency input for testing purposes at remote locations, antenna sites, equipment cabins and laboratories related to satellite communications, radar, EW systems, scientific apparatus and similar applications.

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FILTRONIC

Filtronic, the designer and manufacturer of RF-to-mmWave components and subsystems, announces the launch of the Hades range of active diplexers, designed to enable original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to manufacture cost-effective electronic band radios with superior RF performance. significantly larger, for use in military or commercial telecommunications applications, including high-altitude airborne and platform systems (HAPS).

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Filtronic presents a new range of active diplexers at IMS 2022

Filtronic, the designer and manufacturer of RF-to-mmWave components and subsystems, announced that it has introduced its new expanded range of E-band millimeter wave transmit and receive products at the leading Microwave industry event.

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RADIALL

Interconnection solutions for Contra-UAV technology

The unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), also known as a drone, is not a new invention. With the first attempts at prototypes as early as the 19th century, UAV technology has come in leaps and bounds since those early models. 21st century drones are compact in size, easy to maneuver, cost-effective to produce, and highly agile. These attributes make the drone an increasingly popular tool for a variety of functions, from use in the film industry to military defense. However, with all good things come obstacles; In the years that the drone has become increasingly ubiquitous, so has the need for technology to neutralize the negative effects of drone use.

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The future of SatCom in Defense Communications

In the world of military communications, radio has stood the test of time as the most reliable method of communication. Whether portable or vehicle mounted, radio systems are known for their reliability, durability, and utility in the field. Since its initial use in World War I, radio as a defense communication system has been favored as the primary means of communication for field applications. However, the need to innovate and revolutionize technology is inevitable with an increase in demand for one particular technology: satellite communications systems, or SatCom.

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Virtual Roundtable: Primary Video Distribution

In this virtual roundtable organised by CSI and sponsored by Harmonic, senior executives discuss the technical and business trends and challenges as the industry moves to next-generation hybrid architectures Among the topics covered are the move away from satellite to broadband IP, how Covid has accelerated strategic shifts, global spectrum pressures including the impact of C-band in the US, live sports and 5G, as well as what is being done to make distribution across all networks more sustainable.

Virtual roundtable: Primary video distribution – CSI Magazine

 

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