– Linux Software Development Kit for developers is available for download for now! —

San Jose, CA, USA - June 30, 2009 - Blackmagic Design Inc. today released support for software developers who want to use DeckLink, Intensity and Multibridge products on the Linux platform. more

–New Videohub 4.0 software update has revolutionized the design of router control by using low cost all in one computers with touch screens as router control panels –

San Jose, CA, USA - June 30, 2009 - Blackmagic Design Inc. today released a major software update for all Videohub routers. Videohub 4.0 adds support for a revolutionary “button view” control screen that is designed to be easy to use on touch screen computers. Button view features an attractive design where users can choose from a number of icons of popular video equipment and the button layout is fully customizable. more

Burbank, CA - JUNE 30, 2009 – AmberFin today announced it has added Creative Media Partners to its network of authorized resellers in North America. The announcement is part of AmberFin’s Global Partner Program to develop and forge new channel and OEM partnerships internationally. more

Matrox Video Products Group today announced Matrox MXO2 Mini support for the popular CineForm NeoScene editing workflow that streamlines AVCHD editing with Adobe Premiere Pro CS4 on the PC. The Matrox MXO2 Mini I/O device provides inexpensive HDMI monitoring with 10-bit 4:2:2 color precision. It turns an HDMI screen into a professional-grade video monitor with Matrox’s unique color calibration tool. Controls for hue, chroma, contrast, brightness, and blue-only are provided. Users get accurate color representation so that an inexpensive HDMI monitor can be used even for color grading. Matrox MXO2 Mini even provides 1:1 pixel mapping on HDMI displays that support this feature so video will not be stretched and distorted by the monitor. more

San Francisco Jun 25th 2009 – Neyrinck, a leading surround sound software developer, today announced a major update to SoundCode For Dolby E that adds support for Windows XP and Windows Vista and adds features for Avid Media Composer, Apple Final Cut Pro, and other media workstation system users. SoundCode For Dolby E is a stand-alone software package and Pro Tools plug-in set for Dolby E encoding and decoding. It is designed for post-production studios, TV mixers, and broadcast and content distribution organizations that need to deliver and monitor Dolby E content on video tape or as files. more

Newly expanded Boston location boasts 3,000 plus square feet of cutting edge postproduction technology; full curriculum for Adobe, Apple Avid, and Autodesk

Boston, MA – June 25, 2009 – Future Media Concepts (FMC), the premier authorized digital media training organization for postproduction, broadcast professionals and content creators, is pleased to announce the expansion of their Boston office. Opening on Monday, July 13th, the new 3000 plus square foot training facility will contain 5 state-of-the-art digital media training suites; doubling in size and capacity for hosting instructor-led classes, special industry events and user group meetings. The new expansion makes FMC Boston one of the largest manufacturer-authorized digital media training facilities in New England. The ultra-modern teaching environment is equipped with the very latest in postproduction and broadcast technology from Adobe®, Apple®, Avid® and Autodesk. Customized for training delivery, the new facility provides an unparalleled learning experience and full curriculum path for students seeking the highest certification, whether they are working in TV, Film or Broadcast. more

130+ AJA FS1 HD Frame Syncs Boost Transmissions for 36-Station Broadcaster

AJA Video Systems, a leading manufacturer of professional video interface and conversion solutions, announced today that its multi-format FS1 frame synchronizers are in use at the 36 network member stations owned by broadcast company Gray Television. The FS1 is a universal HD and SD, audio and video frame synchronizer and converter supporting virtually any input or output format, all in a slim 1RU form factor. more

Elstree Studios, 24 June 2009 - Independent digital film rental house, Rogue Element Films, will participate in the new CameraZone initiative at the Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF) taking place between 26 - 27 June 2009.

The company will show their Sony F35 digital cinematography camera plus showcase some demonstrations of DPX data capture and illustrate potential workflows using a new concept in ‘data mining’ for digital cinematography.

CameraZone is a two day festival special open to filmmakers to see the latest cameras and associated post production and workflow systems. More information about the EIFF be found at: http://www.edfilmfest.org.uk/industry/technology-focus.

Increasing its international presence, Rogue Element Films exhibited at Cine Gear Expo in Los Angeles earlier this month and the company has moved centrally to Elstree Studios, just out of London.

A trailer and overview of Rogue Element Films’ services can be found at: www.rogueelementfilms.com/quicktime/RogueDVDsmall.mov.

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About Rogue Element Films

Rogue Element Films is a highly-experienced and the leading supplier of Digital Cinematography services to clients within the Film and Television industries. Each project can utilise the exciting new Sony F35 S35mm digital film camera, Cooke 35mm Lenses, Zeiss Master Prime lenses, Grass Valley™ Viper Filmstream™ digital cinematography camera from Thomson, Zeiss DigiPrime & DigiZoom lenses, Stwo Digital Film Recorders, SI-2K and Sony SRW-1 444 field recording, CineTal 444 Grade 1 Dual Link monitors and full Rogue mobile colour timing (LUTs and pre-grading) on set. New for 2009 is Rogue’s Mobile facility introducing a full facility in a compact truck to use on location. This equipment is used for a range of commercials, television, promotional and feature film work and is available for wet or dry hire. Also new for 2009 is Rogue’s Digital Film Forum and Rogue Blog, to keep up with daily developments for the F35 and data workflows. Rogue Element Films is based at Elstree Studios, UK and is a sponsor of CML.

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Adobe and Avid Training Products garner coveted assortment of accolades

Hoffman Estates, IL – June 24, 2009 - Class on Demand, a provider of professional educational products for creative markets, today announced they have won two 2009 Telly awards for their Class on Demand training titles: “Complete Training for Avid® Media Composer®” and “Basic Training for Adobe® CS4 Production Premium;” and one 2009 Communicator Award for their title: “Designer’s Guide to Illustrator®.” more

V4x Interactive Live Web Player and Live Chat for online viewers boost audience, interest and engagement.

Paris, France — June 24, 2009 — V4x, the pioneering software developer focused on providing high-quality interactive content for web and mobile services announced today that M6 Web – the Internet division of Metropole Television Group, France’s second-largest commercial TV broadcaster – is using V4x technology to provide Interactive web viewing services and Live Chat for the popular “Nouvelle Star” show, the French equivalent of “American Idol.” more