Shotoku To Present Light Touch Solutions At IBC

August 16, 2007

Source: Shotoku

Those looking for light touch camera support solutions need not look further than Shotoku Broadcast Systems’ Stand 11.728 at IBC 2007.

A leading manufacturer of both robotic and manual support equipment, the Company will introduce lightweight and robust pan and tilt heads to accommodate a wide range of applications from Parliaments and Legislatures to small, remote studios where space is at a premium. In addition, Shotoku will debut a multi-camera, cue computer control system for robotic configurations, exhibit additions to its Virtual Studio camera support product range, and show an extended line of lightweight manual tripods.

TG-27 lightweight Robotic Pan and Tilt Head

Compact yet powerful, Shotoku’s new TG-27 pan and tilt head will make its world debut at IBC. The versatile little unit’s strength belies its diminutive size with a surprisingly high payload of 17Kgs (37.5lbs). Ideal for any remote camera application where small unobtrusive cameras are required, such as Parliaments, Legislatures and Conference Centres, the TG-27 may be mounted upright or inverted. Customized support brackets are available to facilities that wish to maintain the visual integrity of sensitive locations. As with all Shotoku pan and tilt heads, the TG-27 offers exceptionally smooth and accurate performance at all speeds and shooting angles. The pan and tilt head is VR capable and compatible with all Shotoku control systems including the new Orchestra Camera Management Systems.

Orchestra Camera Management System (CMS)

Orchestra, the latest generation Shotoku cue computer control system, provides advanced capabilities for controlling large scale, multi-camera configurations such as those found in Parliamentary and Legislative TV, Committee Rooms, and Conference Centres. The fast and accurate camera management system operates with minimal human intervention for the rapid acquisition of shots and automatic camera selection.

The full software solution integrates seamlessly with Shotoku control panels and adds support for intuitive user interfaces such as data tablets and live video touch screens. Orchestra provides support for external triggering systems with additional control features such as microphone interfaces. Several operating modes, manual, semi-automatic, and fully automatic, enable operators to choose the level of manual intervention desired in the shot acquisition and vision control process.

The software comes in simple licensed configurations to support any sized auditorium or legislative chamber. Compatible with all Shotoku pan and tilt heads, Orchestra also has the ability to control third party heads.

VR Range Expansion

Shotoku’s highly successful range of Virtual Studio camera support systems continues to expand with the addition of the SH120VR lightweight head and TP-90VR full featured studio pedestal. The TP90, aimed at mid-range payloads for camera, lens and prompter configurations of up to 60Kgs (132lbs), provides exceptional manual performance that has not been compromised by the addition of the VR sensing systems. The precise mechanical coupling of sensors and equipment ensures very high levels of accuracy and data consistency. As with all Shotoku VR sensing systems the data protocol is compatible with all major VR system providers making Shotoku the obvious choice for any virtual studio application.

Shotoku’s VR line is the largest available in today’s marketplace and includes numerous products ranging from small lightweight SH pan and tilt heads, through to full-scale pedestals and cranes.

Full Shotoku VR Range-

SH120VR – lightweight manual VR head

TP-64/66/80/90VR – VR Studio pedestals

TU-03/TE-12/TE23 – VR Studio pan and tilt heads

TK-59 - 2.4m VR Jib Crane

TK-38/57/63 – Up to 4.6m specialized VR cranes

TG-17/27/18/19VR - Robotic VR pan and tilt heads

TI-11/12VR - Robotic VR height drives

Lens Encoders – For all ENG VR lenses

All VR products integrate with Shotoku Serial Position Interface (SPI) for a convenient single cable connection to the VR system and a centralized configuration and monitoring point. Sensor set-up and calibration is extremely simple and can be completed in minimal time. Once configured, no further intervention or external control device is required.

New Range of Lightweight Manual Tripods and Pan and Tilt Heads

Shotoku will further extend its popular manual pedestal and tripod range with the launch of the SH range of lightweight DV and ENG camera support products. Constructed with high rigidity aluminum, the 1, 2 and 3 stage tripods support payloads from 0 to 25Kg (55lbs.). Smooth, perfectly balanced, fluid damped pan and tilt heads for the ENG range make the perfect combination for broadcast quality use. The systems’ ability to rig and de-rig easily make rapid deployment in demanding situations uncomplicated, and weighing as little as 2.9Kg (6 lbs.) make the ENG tripods extremely easy to transport.

A full range of accessories are available including pan bars, carry cases, dollies and spreaders.

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