InfoComm 2024: Remote Production Insights

A Glimpse into the Future of Remote Production

This year at InfoComm, the excitement on the showroom floor was palpable. The convergence of AV and broadcast is accelerating, and the innovations on display showcased the incredible potential for remote production. From fully remotely controllable production systems to advanced AV management solutions, here’s a closer look at some of the standout takeaways from the event.

Epiphan Edge: Revolutionizing Remote Production

One of the most impressive highlights was Epiphan’s new product, the Epiphan Edge. This system is a game-changer for remote production, offering fully remotely controllable capabilities that allow producers to manage and execute high-quality broadcasts from anywhere in the world.

• Key Features:
  • Full remote control over production elements, reducing the need for on-site presence.
  • Seamless integration with existing broadcast setups, making it easy to adopt without overhauling current systems.
  • High reliability and performance, ensuring smooth and professional broadcasts every time.

The Epiphan Edge exemplifies how remote production technology is evolving to meet the demands of modern broadcasters, offering flexibility and control like never before.

Presonus Studio Live: Audio Mixing from Afar

Another standout was Presonus with their Studio Live audio mixers, which are now shipping with remote controllability. This feature opens up new possibilities for audio production, particularly in scenarios where on-site presence is limited or impractical.

• Key Features:
  • Remote control capabilities that allow audio engineers to mix and manage audio from any location.
  • High-quality sound production, maintaining Presonus’s reputation for excellence in audio equipment.
  • Versatile applications, from live music production to corporate events and beyond.

Presonus Studio Live mixers are setting a new standard for audio production, making it easier to deliver top-notch audio experiences without being physically present.

AV Management Solutions: Enhancing Remote Management

InfoComm also highlighted the advancements in AV management solutions from various ProAV companies. These solutions, while not specifically designed for production, significantly enhance remote management and enable managed services for larger businesses such as corporate and enterprise clients.

• Crestron XiO Cloud:
  • A cloud-based platform for monitoring and managing AV devices and systems, providing real-time alerts, diagnostics, and remote control.
• QSC Q-SYS Reflect Enterprise Manager:
  • Integrates with Q-SYS audio, video, and control systems, offering comprehensive remote monitoring and management.
• Extron NAV Series:
  • An AV over IP solution with monitoring and management capabilities, supporting real-time status updates and diagnostics for AV networks.
• Biamp SageVue:
  • Browser-based AV monitoring and management software that provides detailed device status, firmware updates, and analytics.

These AV management platforms make it easier for businesses to implement remote management strategies, ensuring optimal performance and reliability across their AV systems. They represent a significant step forward in delivering managed services efficiently and effectively.

Dante Director: Advancing Remote Production

Dante has long been a powerful tool in the ProAV world, known for its robust audio over IP capabilities. Now, with Dante Director, the technology is expanding its reach into video, further advancing remote production possibilities.

• Key Features:
  • Allows seamless integration of audio and video over IP networks, simplifying complex setups.
  • Enables remote configuration and management of Dante devices, providing flexibility and control.
  • Ensures high-quality, low-latency transmission, crucial for live productions.

Dante Director is empowering ProAV professionals to create more integrated and efficient remote production environments, leveraging the power of IP networking to deliver superior audio and video performance.

Peplink: Enabling Remote Production Anywhere

One of the challenges of remote production is ensuring reliable internet connectivity, especially in areas with low or unstable connections. Peplink’s new cellular bonding technology addresses this issue, making remote production feasible in even the most challenging environments.

• Key Features:
  • Combines multiple cellular connections to create a single, robust internet link, ensuring reliability and stability.
  • Enables live streaming and remote production in areas with limited internet access.
  • Provides seamless failover and load balancing, maintaining connection quality and reducing downtime.

Peplink’s cellular bonding technology is a game-changer for remote production, allowing broadcasters to operate in remote or underserved locations without sacrificing connectivity or quality.

Conclusion

Walking the InfoComm show room floor this year was an eye-opening experience, revealing the rapid advancements in remote production and AV management. Products like Epiphan Edge and Presonus Studio Live audio mixers are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, offering unprecedented control and flexibility. Meanwhile, AV management solutions from leading ProAV companies are making it easier for businesses to manage and maintain their systems remotely.

The future of remote production is bright, and these innovations are paving the way for a new era of broadcasting and AV management. As the industry continues to evolve, embracing these technologies will be crucial for staying ahead of the curve and delivering high-quality, professional productions from anywhere in the world.