simple. broadcast. control. KSC CORE by BFE – The independent broadcast control and monitoring solution of the future. CONTENTS KSC CORE at a Glance 04 Mission, Values and Vision 05 System Architecture 06 Mobile Production 08 Studio 10 Master Control Room 12 Playout and Distribution 14 Control Panels 16 Service and Support 18 KSC CORE AT A GLANCE MISSION, VALUES, AND VISION IP STUDIO AND OB VAN CONTROL YOUR OPERATE, MONITOR AND KSC CORE is a highly PRODUCTION WORLDWIDE ADJUST ALL PARAMETERS available, adaptable Control and Monitoring System that perfectly supports all present Continuity and and future needs in broadcast innovation are core operations. values of the KSC Broadcast operators product line. seamlessly optimize PLAYOUT AND MASTER CONTROL their workflows with DISTRIBUTION ROOM KSC CORE. CONTROL YOUR PREPARE YOUR PRODUCTION NETWORK We work hard and play fair, but always on equal For our partners and terms with our partners customers, we are always and customers. within earshot. We listen to ideas, understand, and implement. MANAGE YOUR BROADCAST CHAIN. To us, vendor Designing a control and monitoring system that takes care easing the operators work with live-video feeds in KSC CORE independence is not of the entire broadcast chain has been the underlying goal client GUIs. Video- and Audio-over-IP is already part of today’s just a statement, it is when creating KSC CORE. Modular interfaces allow you broadcast infrastructure. With intelligent interfaces and soft- corporate reality. to use KSC products in all areas of planning, production, ware modules that unify the operations of these often hybrid In order to find a playout and distribution. infrastructures, KSC CORE brigdes the gap. perfect solution for our KSC CORE enables the fast and flexible control of studio KSC CORE is the solution that optimizes your workflows, customers, we think and OB van systems by using production setups, intuitive while others just take care of single features. out of the box. GUIs, and control panel layouts. Efficient signal and resource management in the MCR is guaranteed with KSC’s Manager Our team members option enabling operators to seamlessly work in the SDI and are our main asset. IP world. Playout systems benefit from KSC CORE’s backup functionalities and automated device-exchange while further 4 5 SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE KSC CORE seamlessly integrates into existing network structures. A standard IT hardware backbone forms the basis of this highly available controller solution. KSC CORE further enhances reliability with hardware and software redundancy concepts. KSC CORE Redundant Cluster (up to 20 servers) SNMP Server TCP/IP Network (Standard IT-Infratructure) Crosspoints Labels, Tally, Crosspoints, Processing Control, UMD/IMD Frame-accurate Crosspoints, DSP, Macros, Presets, Presets, DSP Presets Text,Tally,Layout, Transport Control, BD18-IS virt. GPIO Input Switching Parameters BFE GPIO Controller or or or or or BD54-ISP BD24/27/36-IS Video Router Video Switcher Glue Components Multiviewers Automation Systems GPIO Audio Router Audio Mixer Processing Peripherals IMD, UMD Video Server CCU Data Router Projectors Encoder / Decoder C/O Switches Intercom BD72-IS Routing, Stream Control, Mic, IFB Gain, Crosspoints Labels, Booking Data, Network Topology RCP CCU Assignment, DSP, Macros, Event Preparation BD36-IS/T1 Tally Presets, virt. GPIO Realtime-Confirmation WAN for Billing Systems TCP/IP Network Infrastructure RS422/232/485 iPad® and Tablet Control Video-over-IP Remote Camera Remote 3rd Party Audio-over-IP RCP-CCU Assignment Video Router Booking Systems SDN Audio Router Data Router KSC Systems have taken care of intelligent broadcast KSC CORE acts as the neutral intelligent communications At the intelligent and robust core of a KSC System, red- Hardware LCD control panels in a wide range of key control for almost 25 years. Within this experience, hund- translator between different devices no matter which physi- undant servers in a cluster with up to 20 physical or virtual formats, mounting options, and front panel designs made reds of different protocols for monitoring and control have cal control interface (TCP/IP or serial) is provided. Therefore, machines form the basis for 24/7 fail-safe operation. by BFE in Germany are available. Additionally, software been implemented. They range from major broadcast KSC Systems can seamlessly be integrated into existing Automatic or manual (initiated from any KSC Control based GUIs and Virtual Software Panels offer simplified manufacturers to highly specified components. Thanks to an (even vintage) broadcast device infrastructure. Panel in the system) fail-over switching guarantees for and adaptable control. independent R&D department, no limitations with regard to highest safety. BFE’s own hardware development and manufacturing third party devices exist. By using an unlimited number of internal logic controls, KSC delivers GPI/O interfaces and dynamic labeling UMDs as CORE adds to the standard functionality of device control As monitoring and control systems are growing increasin- well as Sync-Interfaces for frame-accurate switcher- and au- Talking native protocols to various manufacturers redu- and allows operators to design completely new functions. gly inseparable, KSC CORE introduces SNMP monitoring tomation systems operation. ces the efforts on the manufacturer’s side and consequently capabilities to the control system infrastructure by using a enables the use of high-performance communication. dedicated server unit for independent surveillance of all When converting from serial control signals into the TCP/IP- system components. world, KSC CORE relies on industry-standard components with a proven track record of hundreds of installations. 6 7 STUDIO AND OB VAN MOBILE PRODUCTION OPERATE, MONITOR AND ADJUST ALL PARAMETERS FLEXIBILITY • Production setups with freely configurable system settings for fast change-overs before and during broadcast • Recurring use of event data with proactive conflict calculation • Flexible exchange of system components via drag & drop incl. transfer of processing parameters • Relocation of production areas by simple delegation SIMPLICITY • Fast and intuitive system design GUIs • Simple and clear configuration of all system parameters • Standardization of operating concepts for all attached systems • Offline preparation of configurations FLEXIBILITY IS KING, RELIABILITY IS A MUST. Conditions of mobile productions are summarized ROBUSTNESS easily: Be cost-efficient, be flexible, be reliable. Group your production setup into different areas, load, • Server cluster with manual and automatic switching and store snapshots for individual production areas • Design of all system components for 24/7 operation Three hours of setup time for a Champions League soccer Train your staff once: Freelance engineers and opera- game in 4K with 5.1 surround audio on OB vans with tors need to handle one CORE System, not many • Permanent status display of all important system components several control suites working for different – and of course demanding – clients. This scenario becomes more Prepare complex setups to be recalled and modified until last second before on-air or make your changes frequent as pressure on OB companies is constantly even while on-air – no recall of interfaces necessary rising. Many of our product engineers for KSC CORE have their background in mobile production, thus bringing vast Use KSC CORE as a master system for labels (up to 5 individually assignable), Tally, and GPIO – centralized knowledge and tools necessary for highest on-site broad- control for fast setups and excellent overview cast quality into KSC CORE. We have clearly understood the high demands in flexibility, and production engineers’ Virtual signals and associations of signals facilitate requirements, not only for today, but for tomorrow as well. operations in time-critical situations – one button to route multiple signals with pre-defined switching strategies Worldwide Remote Production makes an intelligent, distributable Controller System indispensable in all stages Use KSC CORE’s highly accomplished logics to create of production. KSC CORE has been developed with exactly workflow-based actions in the system this focus: A Controller System for today’s requirements and KSC Control Panels and freely designable GUIs tomorrow’s challenges. (GFX Unit) form a simple workflow-centric interface to operators – no detailed explanation needed Wireless tablet (Windows) and Apple iPad© support for setup control within the venue or during rehearsals. Freelancers, bring your own control panel – on a pad! 8 9 STUDIO AND OB VAN STUDIO OPERATE, MONITOR AND ADJUST ALL PARAMETERS COST-EFFICIENCY IN STUDIO DESIGN TO MAXIMUM CAPABILITY IN OPERATION – HANDLED BY KSC CORE. CONTROL From our experience, there is not „the studio“ per se. Requi- • Central, top-level controller system for all switching, adjustment and rements in studio production are driven by fast changeover Prepare complete setups for all areas of production: monitoring functions in the broadcast area Mixer settings, tally logics, studio-CR delegations, times between productions to secure ROI and cost-effective multiviewer labels, etc. and recall complete shows in • Graphically simplified presentation of complex system settings and states uptime. Studios are frequently used as small live MCRs in an instant • Production-setups can be prepared offline, edited and selected on-the-fly sports productions but become talk venues several hours Intelligent