NewTek has introduced LiveGraphics, a brand new approach to the creation of real-time motion graphics. With NewTek LiveGraphics, a proprietary hardware graphics engine is not required, and content authored in Adobe Photoshop CC and Adobe After Effects CC is available for live output from TriCaster TC1 and NewTek IP Series with fully replaceable text and images that can be driven by live data and web content.

AJA Video Systems announced the new routers in the KUMO lineup at NAB 2018. Designed for use in broadcast, production and ProAV environments, the KUMO 3232-12G and KUMO 1616-12G support large format resolutions, and high frame rate (HFR) and deep color formats, while reducing cable runs when transporting 4K/UltraHD over SDI.

Vocas Systems, European manufacturer of innovative, professional-calibre camera accessories, introduced a range of new products at NAB 2018, including accessories designed for the Sony Venice, the Panasonic AU-EVA 1 and other new cameras. In addition, the company showcased a new follow focus, a new matte box support with shoulder pad and a redesign of the popular Vocas director’s cage.

Sony have unveiled the 4K 4:2:2 10-bit PXW-Z280 and PXW-Z190 camcorders at NAB in Las Vegas. The PXW-Z280 is claimed to be the world’s first 4K 3 chip handheld camcorder with a 1/2″-type Exmor R CMOS image sensor, while the PXW-Z190 uses three 1/3″-type CMOS sensors.

At NAB 2018 RTS announced the global launch of the ODIN OMNEO digital intercom matrix. The latest in an ongoing program of IP-focused product launches, including the ROAMEO DECT-based wireless system and KP-Series keypanels, ODIN is a major new addition to the RTS portfolio.

At next week’s NAB Show in Las Vegas, worldwide industry-leading manufacturer FOR-A will showcase its new MFR-6000 SD/HD/3G/6G/12G routing switcher. Offering 12G-SDI compatibility across a matrix of up to 144 inputs and 144 outputs, the MFR-6000 brings powerful support to 4K and 8K routing. The MFR-6000 is one of the many new solutions that FOR-A will unveil at NAB in booth C5117.

Litepanels has announced a new firmware update for its Gemini light, which now includes a new array of dynamic lighting and cinematic effects. Gemini is a 2x1 soft panel that delivers precision color control and flicker-free light in a highly portable LED panel.

Panasonic has released a free firmware upgrade for the EVA1 digital cinema camera that unlocks the RAW recording, as well as adds ALL-Intra frame recording formats, time-lapse recording, and HD 4:2:2 interlaced formats.

This year’s NAB (National Association of Broadcasters) convention will see the continued expansion of the FUJINON 4K HDR lens range from the Optical Devices Division of FUJIFILM. Fujifilm made the Development Announcement on Tuesday, March 27 in Japan of the company’s latest Premier UA Series of UHD 2/3” lenses, the UA46x9.5B and UA46x13.5B. A prototype will be shown at the Fujifilm booth (#C7225). NAB2018 will be held from April 9-12 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Cinegy Air PRO 12 provides broadcast automation and real-time, multi-channel video playout software for SD, HD and Ultra HD (4K) playout in a single integrated suite.