Broadcast Studio of Future - Mount Royal University Responds
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Broadcast Studio of Future - Mount Royal University Responds

Calgary’s Mount Royal University is committed to its communication programs - their Broadcast Media Studies Program has been running since 1961. For most of that time, it was a two-year diploma; in 2016 it became a 4-year communications degree. The MRU Broadcast Media Studies Program operates both as a modern media organization and a learning laboratory where students apply their skills to serve the wider campus community.

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The Beginner’s Guide To Operating A PTZ Camera
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The Beginner’s Guide To Operating A PTZ Camera

Many schools provide students opportunities for hands-on broadcast experience. Unfortunately, in the past, all but the best-funded schools were seriously limited in what they could offer. PTZ (pan, tilt, zoom) cameras and other innovations like computer-based video production software can now give students access to broadcast-quality equipment at costs that school budgets can handle.

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Introducing The Unofficial Guide to NDI
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Introducing The Unofficial Guide to NDI

The Unofficial Guide to NDI is the perfect book for anyone interested in the future of video production. NDI (Network Device Interface) is quickly changing the world of video. With the potential to eliminate the need for custom cabling, interfaces, capture cards, and other additional hardware, NDI provides a versatile solution for sharing, recording, displaying, and broadcasting video over standard ethernet networks.

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Why School Newsrooms Are Moving To PTZ Workflows
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Why School Newsrooms Are Moving To PTZ Workflows

A school tv-station needs to reflect and emulate real-world studios in an effort to realistically prepare students for the workforce. Since the late 1990s, there has been an upswing of PTZ camera-based newsrooms popping up all over the world. Following suit, schools have also been switching to PTZ workflows. PTZ-based school newsrooms offer high-quality video, use the same technology as the professionals, and increase consistency and efficiency.

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3 Things You Need for Your Production Studio This School Year
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3 Things You Need for Your Production Studio This School Year

When school starts up again this fall, whether you’re teaching online full time, part time, or back in the classroom, remote productions are here to stay. Sending students out from behind the news desk creates a more compelling storyline. This affordable video gear and software will transform your ability to capture engaging shots and create professional productions. In comes the NewblueFX Titler Live, AIDA PTZ-X12-NDI, and Nimbus WiMi 6220 Wireless Transmitter.

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Moving to PTZ
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Moving to PTZ

How did PTZ Optics cameras make my life easy? Well… If you have read my stuff for a while you know that I hate graduation. Graduation and cats may be on the same level when it comes to how much I hate them. Graduation always brings something to the table that makes me want to scream and throw things. This year was no different.

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