Device makes outside reporting easy
Device makes outside reporting easy
2008-04-15Newsfeed
A major satellite-based broadband provider has launched a device that will allow journalists to easily file video reports from anywhere in the world.
A major satellite-based broadband provider has launched a device that will allow journalists to easily file video reports from anywhere in the world.
SeaMobile Europe has announced an update to its popular Media ClipWay software that means users need only a camera and computer connected with Media ClipWay software and two BGAN modems to uplink video at 512 kbps guaranteed transmission speeds.
Juliette Warter, Marketing Director for SeaMobile Europe said: "The latest release of the Media ClipWay software allows us to seamlessly combine the bandwidth available from two Inmarsat BGAN modems for improved transmission quality.
"Now, users can capture, compress and send live video from anyplace to anywhere in the world. The video transmits at broadcast quality and at close to 90% less cost than using traditional satellite trucks while giving reporters increased flexibility to get even closer to the story."
Franck Berruyer, a reporter for France 24, said: I am looking forward to being in hot spots, so I can experience the full range of the system's capability while doing live shoots in the middle of nowhere. The system's only constraint is finding power to recharge after the battery is depleted. There is no more a need to book an SNG vehicle or find a place to transmit now that I have absolute freedom with Media ClipWay and BGAN."
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