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Server/clip control (DDR)
Broadcasters may have a number of record/replay devices (DDRs - Digital Disk Recorders) that they wish to control from a remote operational position, this device could be from a number of different manufacturers (EVS/Blackmagic/Evertz/Grass Valley etc.).
It is common practice to bring in rental equipment for some productions, so the make and model can change frequently.
TSL Control will allow full DDR control either from a dedicated hard control panel (such as a TSL USP3-8D) and/or a GUI Virtual Panel – TMVP. In addition, playback or ingest can be scheduled or controlled via a playlist for automated control of your record and playback devices.
There only needs to be one panel for each operator position, and it can flexibly respond to different operational requirements. Where the underlying DDR server may be local or remote, the control surface can dynamically control separate DDR servers makes and models, and gang operations.
Thousands of customers around the world use TSL control panels to remotely control their DDR devices.
Use Case: Dome Productions
Dome Productions is one of North America’s leading production facilities providers, offering mobile production facilities, transmission services, studio facilities and full turnkey host broadcast services.
The dynamic nature of live sports broadcasting requires tools that offer both precision and ease of use. The need was for a system that could handle slow-motion instant replays and clip creation efficiently, allowing operators to access and control these features seamlessly across various servers.
Dome Productions implemented TSL Control, a system designed with personalised control features. This solution can include:
- A detented jog/shuttle wheel for straightforward control.
- A T-bar option enabling smooth, simple execution of slow-motion instant replays.
- Integration options with Ki Pro and Black Magic HyperDeck.
- Simplified control for recording, saving cue points, stopping/starting recordings, and playing back in normal or slow motion.
We find that for all the extra functionality they provide at an affordable price point, the solutions provided by TSL Control are hands-down the best choice for this application. They have earned an excellent reputation for reliability, and operators find them easy to use and enjoy working with them. We've been using their systems for years now, and they've always been straightforward and intuitive control solutions that are effective in the demanding world of live sports.
