The facility provides live switching for on-field triax  compatible television cameras and existing “Hen Vision” video camera system through an SDI-601 digital video production switcher. Analog/digital video monitoring, routing, distribution, signal patching, graphics and character generator/graphics system are included.

The system supports recording and playback of computer based video and audio replay, videotape recording and playback of various professional videotape formats and linear editing system using source record machines. The capabilities allow regular feature production, graphic creation and program content archiving for playback. Equipment racks, cabinets and custom consoles were part of the design.

Interconnect capabilities include signal distribution to existing  Large Format Video Display (LFVD) interface, in-house Public Address (PA) sound system interface, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) and local cable head-end system interface.

Spaces include specific control room work area; street access Production Truck I/O panels, on field signal junction boxes and  other designated workspace(s) within the new Fifth Third Field  stadium facilities.

Project included re-equipping a 14-foot Ford Cutaway production van.  Dismantle of existing equipment and racks, complete re-installation of new and legacy equipment, ergonomic redesign of workspace, custom consoles, complete re-wiring of power and signal cabling and custom I/O access panel completed the project.

The system supports a composite signal flow infrastructure, audio and video signal patching; three deployable studio-equipped cameras, titling (character) and graphics generation, synchronous video switching, multiple format video tape record and playback facilities and multiple channel stereo audio mixing.

Production van was renovated within the spacious ProVideo Systems warehouse and staging area and delivered to the client on time and within budget.

Technologies designed into this complex support not only the needs for today, but with visionary planning and implementation, those of tomorrow.  Forward compatibility and system functionality embrace this hybrid analog digital design of a new Master Control for this PBS station.  Serial digital (SDI) platform is utilized throughout the designed renovation with multi-casting, inter-activity and HDTV capabilities.  Multi-channel automation and server based technologies complete the system design.  All new floor plans with architectural modification for master control, technical support and non-linear editing were also required. 

ProVideo Systems, Inc. pre-staged the electronic rack assembly, with pre-cabling and connectorization.  Finish design and assembled hardware was delivered on time and within budget.  The master control serves as a “showplace” of activity incorporating the latest in console design and aesthetic amenities. A forward projection system was incorporated into the design to maximize space efficiency for multiple signal source monitoring.  Initial concept design allows for expansion of both hardware and operational personnel.

ProVideo Systems engineers performed consultation, design, and installation of the multi-purpose auditorium and regional Law Enforcement Agency Training center. The project’s design utilizes the serial digital format sustaining both standard 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios.  Fiber optic inter-connectivity with the regional television station and MPEG transceiving capabilities with surrounding universities are also part of the design. In addition the system includes multi-format satellite acquisition, a full-function multi-camera television production facility and a live theatrical production stage. Lecture and symposium content acquisition in long and short format form complete the production requirements presented on a high-lumen forward projection system and a 9000-watt public address sound system.

The equipment package includes a 2.5 ME video switcher; a six channel DVE with still store capabilities; a full-function character generator; a 16 channel production audio console and a 40 channel public address sound system mixer. The system included multi-format signal testing and measurement, multiple fixed and remotely controlled cameras, interconnection of video, audio, IFB, voice, data, RF and computer video output with complete and exhaustive junction box integration from inside and outside of the auditorium, allowing for both national and local media requirements.

Duties in this project included developing and publishing a bid specification package, equipment pricing, technical specifications literature, block diagrams, console layout, architectural red-lining, cable to-from lists and sound reflectivity studies.

Design, installation and integration of Fiber Optics Transmission system between the Buckeye CableSystem headend in Toledo with the CableSystem commercial production facility, approximately six miles away in the Southwyk Mall area.

The system was designed to allow for integration with a SeaChange ad insertion system at the headend and a Pluto Digital Disk Recorder production facility, over fiber optics in high quality Serial Digital video (CCIR 601.) The personnel responsible for producing the spots at the production facility can master or dub spots over to the DDR. The staff at the headend are able to communicate with the DDR via data paths in the fiber using the SeaChange controller to play and digitize spots in a serial digital format into the SeaChange spot playback system.

Additional capabilities were designed into the system, allowing the headend staff to transport satellite, spot and trailer feeds, to the production facility. The production personnel can tailor the spots for the specific channels used by Buckeye CableSystems making the modified spots available in the highest quality format possible.

Design and installation of production studio for use as a teaching facility at the University of Findlay Communications Department. Design encompassed developing a teaching station flow theory with rotating positions for for news magazine productions and classroom training. The features of the equipment operation includes a 2.5 ME SEG, full function character generator, single channel DVE, multi-format tape stack , 16 channel audio board, basic 8x8 router system, audio-video patching, teleprompter system, multi-function waveform/vector scope test location and intercom/IFB along with integration options from a studio Junction Box. Additionally two non-linear edit stations were installed and integrated with the studio production system, along with an existing non-linear system for tape and graphics acquisition and duplication purposes.

Designed, installed and integrated in-house video playback including routing, machine control and patching, duplication and logging system that allow the producers to simultaneously control concurrent machines from different offices for purposes of Avid tape logging, client approval and presentation and for in-house critiques and conferences.

The design also implemented the integration of VO booth with the video system to assist in voice-over tasks sent nationally from this office, along with junction box access to all offices for immediate feedback when used with an integrated mobile playback/monitoring cart.

Design and installation of a full production suite with 8-channel intercom, multi-monitor producers bench, projector control and signal routing. Lighting system control, message center operations, and radio-intercom interface were also part of the design. General production area included integration and installation of 5 cameras and isolated robotic control. A jib location for an additional camera, full video/stereo audio 16x16 system router, switcher, full monitoring, ISO router and multi-format tape acquisition and content playback. A production timing system and house intercom integration included several wall plates with phone and wireless capabilities.

Design, integration and installation of an Accom WSD animation station for use as an animation workstation with Ethernet control and Analog component access. An Avid edit suite complete with routing functions and control features including access to and from tape machines, the Avid non-linear edit suite, the WSD and the local Mac G4 completed the system design.

Integration included the ability for easy quick-disconnect for travel and use in other post locations.

• Documented current configuration affixed cable labeling and disassembled in preparation for final re-location and re-assembly of non-linear editing facilities and support hardware.

• ProVideo Systems, Inc. initialized all relocated equipment verifying proper operation of all systems to replicate original functionality.

• Updated documentation to reflect system changes.

• Installation and relocation and testing of two Avid Non-linear Edit suites.

• Installation and relocation and testing of SeaChange Encoder/Decoder System.

• Re-packaging of all systems and associated documentation.

• Designed and installed in-house color camera systems for live game telecast.

• Integrated with radio PBP and CATV system to provide channel for suites and hospitality

• Installed Audio Console for use with in house replay system

• Installation of all audio cabling and system integration

• Designed and installed 50 machine Multi-format Duplication system

• Integration of Duplication System and reconfigured/reinstallation of A/B roll edit suite

• Design and installation of closed-circuit, video playback system

• Installation included routing system, CG messaging, multiple VCRs and projection

• Closed circuit integration of 5 channel modulator package with SMATV design and installation

• Designed and installed MPEG-2 transmission system between WGGN in Castalia, OH and WLLA, Kalamazoo, MI

• Integration of current facility I/Os to systems and transmission configurations

• Designed and installed production suite.

• Integration and installation of 3 camera systems with a single camera robotic operation, SEGm intercom and full-function lighting package